August 2007 Archives
August 31
Turkish men kissing?
culturally normal for turkish college-age men to kiss before bed? [more inside]
posted by kraigory at 11:59 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by kraigory at 11:59 PM PST - 21 comments
What does the asterisk mean on a US visa?
What does the asterisk mean on a US visa? [more inside]
How to unstick a stuck zippo
Zippofilter: I recently bought a 1976 Zippo knockoff at an antique store for $3. It has a wick and flint, but is completely out of oil. The problem is that the aluminum has oxidized and is so jammed in there that i can't remove it for refilling. Does anyone know a way to get it out?
posted by KingoftheWhales at 9:22 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by KingoftheWhales at 9:22 PM PST - 14 comments
Books to learn computer networking.
Please recommend some canonical books (or even e-books) to learn networking in general (on par with a CS major), up to an 'intermediate' level. Including stuff on wireless networking and security concerns. [more inside]
posted by philomathoholic at 9:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by philomathoholic at 9:15 PM PST - 9 comments
I don't know whether it's time to put my dog down or not.
I don't know whether it's time to put my dog down or not. Long, rambling, a few gross details - but your help appreciated. [more inside]
Has anyone here used Earthlink's Feather WiFi service?
Has anyone here used Earthlink's Feather WiFi service? Especially in Philadelphia? [more inside]
Help Me With a Digital-To-Print CMYK Conversion Problem
I'm having problems converting digital photos to CMYK for print. Please help. [more inside]
How to stop a dog's aggressive behavior during walks?
My 3.5-year-old, 12 pound dog has been displaying aggression on our walks, and I'm not sure how to fix it. [more inside]
posted by pitseleh at 7:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by pitseleh at 7:46 PM PST - 13 comments
Help wanted in naming my new company
Please help me name a new real estate company that I am opening (in the next few weeks) in Southen California. The company sells mostly apartment buildings / multi-units as invesments. [more inside]
Stay or play?
Should I break up with my boyfriend? Or 'play the field'? [more inside]
Ah, corporate life.
I've got a research and thesis-based M.S. in engineering and a bachelor's degree from a very well-regarded school. What level on the corporate ladder should I be hired at? [more inside]
How much less black can they be?
I have 40 black t-shirts with a screenprinted design. I would like to make the shirts lighter -- less black, that is -- without screwing up the screenprinting. What would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 6:58 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 6:58 PM PST - 11 comments
Grainy web page graphics
Why do .jpg's I create for my web site appear grainy? [more inside]
Is there any way to keep Windows from spoiling?
Is there any software or technique that will help me keep my Windows installation clean and manageable over the course of a year or two? I am sick of reinstalling Windows! [more inside]
How do I keep all of my dogs happy?
New Puppy filter: New addition to the pack. How do I keep all of my dogs happy? [more inside]
posted by unvivid at 6:18 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by unvivid at 6:18 PM PST - 2 comments
Houstonocity
date things to due in Houston the weekend of September 14. [more inside]
posted by swhitt at 6:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by swhitt at 6:15 PM PST - 2 comments
RAID 10 on RHEL 5
How did *you* achieve a software RAID 10 (or 1+0) setup on your RHEL5 (or 4) box? [more inside]
posted by quasistoic at 5:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by quasistoic at 5:26 PM PST - 12 comments
"They have Verizon in Britain?"
Why do I see ads for U.S. companies on British sites (like guardian.co.uk)?
lights, camera.... rental!
indiefilmfilter:
recommend a good place to rent film equipment next week in toronto? [more inside]
Lonely Labor Day weekend cycling suggestions outside Seattle?
We're in the process of moving to Seattle (I'm here, the fam is still back east) so I'm solo this Labor Day weekend (sadly, no invites) and am looking to get on my road bike *outside* the city trails and enjoy some of the surrounding Washington landscape. I'm looking for 30-50mi ride suggestions (can be longer if not so hilly) that have the fewest cars and the nicest views (mountains, farms, rivers, etc) without Tour de France climbs. [more inside]
posted by hrbrmstr at 3:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by hrbrmstr at 3:49 PM PST - 8 comments
from sea to shining sea!
Driving cross-country from Southern CA to Atlanta with my best friend to drop her off at graphic design school. What to see? What to avoid? How to budget? [more inside]
posted by changeling at 3:30 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by changeling at 3:30 PM PST - 11 comments
What's uniquely Colorado?
Here I am, traveling for work and stuck in Loveland, CO over the long weekend. [more inside]
Need help setting up a home gaming server, if that sort of thing exists
Need help setting up a home gaming server, if that sort of thing exists [more inside]
Parole Belle!
"Ognuno Soffre" (Everybody Hurts) lyrics? [more inside]
posted by RavinDave at 2:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by RavinDave at 2:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Defining the fundmentals in baseball?
I am a late-blooming Baseball fan. I grew up in New Orleans (no baseball), lived in Boston for six years, and now reside in Houston. Since baseball is religion in Boston, and since I was there to see Boston win in 2004, I have become something of a fan. Here are some questions that have bugged me since I started watching: [more inside]
How can I make money while traveling?
I have no money, but can travel for free.....could this work? [more inside]
Why don't toilets have foot pedals?
Why don't toilets use foot pedals instead of the standard flush handle? [more inside]
Looking for good, cheap olive oil
I know relatively nothing about olive oil except that my local grocery stores sell overpriced crap. Can you recommend a good oil that's available online from a reputable source? [more inside]
Instant online gaming fun
One on one online gaming without fuss. [more inside]
What to drink at a R. Kelly party?
I'm throwing a party tonight -- but not just any party. I'm throwing a Trapped in the Closet viewing party. The question is this: what should my signature drink be? A cool cocktail? A faux-cool cocktail?
What would R. Kelly do?
Why keep sequel status secret?
Why don't sci-fi and fantasy novels indicate they're sequels or parts of series? [more inside]
Sending sensitive information over email?
Is there any simple way to encrypt the information in a web form and deliver it via email? [more inside]
posted by Plug Dub In at 12:59 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Plug Dub In at 12:59 PM PST - 16 comments
How to Eliminate Daylight Savings Time?
I'd like to build a clock that makes shifting to daylight savings time unnecessary by instead gaining or losing a bit of time each day as appropriate for the season so that when the second Sunday in March and first Sunday in November roll around it's already in sync. Setting aside the logistics of making this work from a societial point of view, how would you do it technically? Something like leap seconds or leap minutes? Or smaller changes on a more constant interval? [more inside]
posted by Jeff Howard at 12:46 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Jeff Howard at 12:46 PM PST - 26 comments
Brain way beyond racked. Need suggestions for a title for my new blog.
Shamelessly begging for your creative title ideas. I'm starting a new personal blog and have no clue what to call it. [more inside]
Zoooom...significantly slower?
How long did it take to fly from London (England) to Tokyo (Japan) in 1973? For bonus points how much did it cost?
Were there differences between the airlines at the time?
posted by satisam at 12:17 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by satisam at 12:17 PM PST - 4 comments
Seizure or Panic Attack?
A few days ago my roommate collapsed in our hallway. Did she have a seizure? [more inside]
Tell me about buying faucets for a restaurant-style kitchen.
Tell me about buying faucets for a restaurant-style kitchen. [more inside]
Learning to swim the front crawl
Help, I can't swim the front crawl stroke without becoming completely exhausted in less then 20 seconds. [more inside]
Do black earrings exist?
In search of simple black earrings (pierced). They can be small hoops, studs or wires. Not necessarily onyx or obsidian - could be rubber, for all I care, but definitely not pearls. I'd like something kind of like just the hoop part on these. If combined with metal, preferred color is silver.
posted by yoga at 10:59 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by yoga at 10:59 AM PST - 14 comments
Fastest way to pick someone up from New York?
I'm heading up to Boston from Philadelphia tonight, and I need to pick up someone who lives in Brooklyn. How can I get them to a rest stop or exit? Can they take public transportation to somewhere that I could easily grab them without having to go that far out of my way, and definitely without going into New York?
Paper or Plastic?
Which is "greener"? Her metal & plastic mechanical pencils manufactured in Japan, or my Dixon Ticonderoga #2 pencils made in North America? [more inside]
I'd like to design a tattoo but I can't draw.
Recommendations for a downloadable program that can aid me in designing a tattoo. Something like MS Paint but not utterly useless. For the life of me I can't find one. Please and thank you.
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 10:12 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 10:12 AM PST - 21 comments
Vault for embedded linux system development?
Does anyone successfully use Vault to do embedded linux development (including maintaining root file system permissions, check in from the development platform and the target as well)? [more inside]
Weird childhood hand weakness
When I was a kid, I used to have fairly significant weakness in both my hands when I woke up in the morning. Any ideas what that might have been? [more inside]
How to adjust sleep to the midnight shift?
Which is the more effective method of shifting to a graveyard shift (midnight to nine a.m.): incremental changes in go-to-sleep time of an hour or so over the course of a week or a cold-turkey shift over two days? [more inside]
posted by the sobsister at 8:41 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by the sobsister at 8:41 AM PST - 21 comments
A teddy bear acting up to his image needs your help
Dog Whisperer Filter: My 2 y/o neutered German Shepard has suddenly become dog aggressive. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 8:39 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by stormygrey at 8:39 AM PST - 29 comments
Where to take a date in the Twin Cities?
What are some fun, affordable places to take a date in the Twin Cities? [more inside]
finding a "client"
How do I find what open source project (or nonprofit) might be a "client" for a tutorial or training (instructional design project) that's for university credit? [more inside]
Refinishing a countertop with Rustoleum Stoneffects
Can you actually refinish a laminate countertop with Rustoleum Stoneffects, or a similar product, and get an attractive and durable result? [more inside]
posted by maudlin at 7:38 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by maudlin at 7:38 AM PST - 12 comments
Web-based video editing tools?
Has anyone used a remote online video editing suite, and what are the advantages/pitfalls? [more inside]
My 12-yr old German Shepard. It's not hip dysplasia but is it more than arthritis?
My 12-yr old German Shepard. It's not dysplasia, but is it more than arthritis? [more inside]
posted by doppleradar at 6:43 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by doppleradar at 6:43 AM PST - 11 comments
Asteroid hit.
Would we get enough warning to get out of the way if a big asteroid is bound to hit Earth? How big does an asteroid have to be to be visible for an extended period before it enters atmosphere?
"Well Tempered Clavier" 1 and 2 by J.S. Bach. Analysis?
help on fugues! im looking for analyses of the fugues in "Well Tempered Clavier" 1 and 2 by J.S. Bach [more inside]
Am I getting strung along?
Am I getting strung along or should I wait this out? [more inside]
How To Find a Decent Mover!
How to find a Trusted Mover [more inside]
Why do the sound and video sometimes get out of synch when ripping DVDs?
When ripping some DVDs to my hard drive, why do the sound and video get out of synch? [more inside]
Does the new Airport Extreme support jumbo frames?
Does the new Airport Extreme support jumbo frames? [more inside]
posted by VeniceGlass at 4:16 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by VeniceGlass at 4:16 AM PST - 2 comments
Can I have non-printing text in MS Word?
Is there a way to make MS Word show text on screen but not print it? 'Hidden text' makes it completely invisible on screen. I don't mean formatting codes, just text.
This would be for a CV with a date of last update in a footer.
WORD 2003 SP2.
posted by dash_slot- at 4:13 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dash_slot- at 4:13 AM PST - 11 comments
Replace a DVD's VOB file using a Mac
I need to replace the unskippable intro (before the menu) of a DVD with something else. How do you successfully modify a DVD's content? [more inside]
Can I connect a PSP to wired Ethernet?
Can I connect a PSP to wired Ethernet? [more inside]
August 30
Thought I'd know who he was by now
Who is the guy wearing the "To know me is to love me" button on page 36 of MAD magazine issue #119 (Bonnie and Clyde cover) and why was that slogan picked? [more inside]
How to frame lots of large photos cheaply?
Framing over a dozen 11x14 photos on the cheap? [more inside]
How likely is it that someone would be falsely arrested for soliciting sex in a public restroom?
How likely is it that someone would be falsely arrested for soliciting sex in a public restroom? [more inside]
Dark skies in western Washington
Where can I find some truly dark skies in western Washington state? [more inside]
XML DOM Help needed
XML DOM question: Help a newbie. I can't figure out how to do something that seems so simple. I'm writing an extremely simple RSS reader that creates a select control. Each option element needs only to be filled with the values of the "link" and "title" elements but I can't figure out how to reference them by name. [more inside]
missed connections
ModernDayEtiquetteFilter: What is the general consensus on returning calls (received on one's mobile phone) based on a missed call log vs. leaving a message? [more inside]
How best to transfer American dollars for use in Glasgow during a year abroad?
Is this [AskMe post] the best way to use American funds for living expenses in Glasgow? What other options are available? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 8:33 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 8:33 PM PST - 10 comments
Clap Your Hands Say Light
Mortgage spreadsheet help
Looking for a mortgage calculator/spreadsheet (or help in creating a spreadsheet) that works for our situation. [more inside]
Deductible v. non-deductible debt
At what point is it not worth making student-loan debt into mortgage debt? [more inside]
Handgun recommendations for women
Any recommendations for a concealed-carry handgun to be used by a woman? My significant other is getting a concealed carry permit, but finds that my Beretta 9MM is too big and heavy for her hand. She's aware of all the drawbacks of guns, so she doesn't need to be reminded of them. Please post recommendations as comments on this thread, but I've also got this throwaway account: handgunrecommendations@gmail.com
Paint that cube farm!
What color(s) should we paint the walls in our cubicle-filled office environment? [more inside]
Can you recommend good post-apocalypse novels?
I've just read a classic SF novel and I'm looking for some other titles in a similar vein. [more inside]
posted by h00py at 6:52 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by h00py at 6:52 PM PST - 52 comments
road trip snacks
Road trip food? [more inside]
Recommendation for Yoga Studio, Vancouver, BC
Please, need recommendations for best (your favorite) yoga studio in Vancouver, BC (west end preferrably). Iyengar would be best.
Thanks!
Pixel Shader-lovin' video card?
What is the cheapest PC video card available that supports Pixel Shader. [more inside]
Feed my in the Okie!
I am traveling to Oklahoma City next week and was looking for great local resturants.... [more inside]
Good roofing company in Seattle?
Please recommend a Seattle roofing company that would do a good job inspecting our residential roof and making minor repairs (cleaning off moss, adding zinc strip, etc).
Calling All Tax Pros
My wife and I are both employed full-time and are eligible for health insurance from our employer. We decided to go a different route and chose a High Deductible Health Plan paired with a Health Savings Account. I know that HSA contributions are tax-deductible, but are our HDHP premiums deductible as well? [more inside]
posted by charlesroper at 4:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by charlesroper at 4:13 PM PST - 4 comments
What kind of spider almost killed me?
A spider landed on me in Hawaii. It was very big (almost palm sized), and black with yellow and blue splotches on it. Is it poisonous? [more inside]
How do I find the nearest large city from an IP address?
Any reputable and inexpensive services that provide mapping from an IP address to the nearest large city? [more inside]
Burglary experiences and what to look for
Has anyone experienced a residential burglary AND is certain who did it (or caught the thief redhanded?) Who did it? Did anything occur that made you suspicious, and what could you have done to prevent the burglary? I'm trying to hedge myself against burglary, but most people I know who experienced one have no idea who did it, leaving nothing to be learned except to lock up better.
I think I can, I think I can...
Why are the trolleys in Philadelphia so unfathomably slow? [more inside]
Do they make turn-based role-playing computer games any more?
I'm trying to find turn-based role-playing computer games that don't have any real time combat. My favorite set of games is the old Dungeons and Dragons Krynn series: Champions of Krynn, Deathknights of Krynn, and Dark Queen of Krynn. [more inside]
Places to order awards?
Any recommendations on places to order award-type items from? Kind of like trophies but not that cheesy . . . thinking specifically about having something made out of lucite, nothing fancy, but needs to look professional. [more inside]
Recovering lost files on a mac deleted by overwriting a folder via finder.
Recovering lost files on a mac deleted by overwriting a folder via finder. [more inside]
SF on a whim?
I'm 27, have been in NYC for five years now, and on a recent (as in last weekend) to SF, fell in love with the city; got the "this is where you should be" feeling within an hour of landing. Would it be crazy to think of moving? [more inside]
Vanishing keyboard shortcuts...
Mysterious vanishing keyboard shortcuts... [more inside]
Can I throw a beach house wedding?
I've looked on the knot, wedding channel and googled, but I haven't found quite what I'm looking for. My fiance and I have an idea for a beach house wedding and reception, but we don't know if it's feasible with our guest list and budget. I thought maybe some mefites have done something similar. [more inside]
What to see in Minneapolis in December?
I'm looking for things to do, where to stay, and places to go in Minneapolis, with a 2 year old, in December. [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
What's wrong with my car?
2004 Chevy Blazer 4x4 4dr - Sometimes, not always, for the last couple of months when I accelerate my RPMs go up (the engine gets pretty loud but I do not redline) but my car seems to not accelerate very much – Which really sucks on a right on red. It eventually will get up to speed. [more inside]
posted by doorsfan at 1:07 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by doorsfan at 1:07 PM PST - 15 comments
8 hours in PHL. Yes? No?
I've got an 8-hour layover in Philadelphia (PHL) on October 1st. Would it be worth it to leave the airport and check shit out? [more inside]
Foldershare only syncs one way
I am having a weird problem with Foldershare. I was able to set everything up so that I can share a folder between my desktop and laptop (both are connected to the internet via an AirPort Extreme Base Station), but now when I sync it only goes one way -- from my desktop (iMac running OS X 10.4) to my laptop (running XP). Anything I fix on the mac shows up instantly on the laptop, but everything I fix on the laptop, or ghost p2p files I double click on the Mac, get caught in the queue and the status switches wildly between "queued" "all matches currently busy" "idle" and "listening" in the activity window on the mac and they are not visible on the xp laptop activity window. Also, all ports are reporting as blocked, despite my turning off the Mac firewall.
I tried Foldershare support and they gave me the standard settings FS should operate with and told me to contact the manufacturer of the router. Applecare said the Airport doesn't block any ports.
Any ideas? I googled and couldn't find anyone that was having this issue... Thanks in advance.
posted by jules1651 at 1:01 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jules1651 at 1:01 PM PST - 2 comments
Mysterious consumer goods
What kind of Advent computer equipment is this? [more inside]
posted by inksyndicate at 12:48 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by inksyndicate at 12:48 PM PST - 3 comments
I'm not an artist, but I can Photoshop over one.
What are some pictures/paintings of groups of people that are instantly recognizable? I'm thinking along the line's of da Vinci's "The Last Supper" and would lend itself to having photographs (probably poorly) photoshopped over the faces for a friend's going-away gift? [more inside]
posted by banannafish at 12:40 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by banannafish at 12:40 PM PST - 35 comments
With This Blank, I Thee Blank
I'm officiating my younger sister's wedding, and want to find out what they want out of their ceremony. [more inside]
what was that stat again?
can you help me find this half-remembered education statistic? [more inside]
posted by RedEmma at 12:23 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by RedEmma at 12:23 PM PST - 4 comments
I (don't) have the power!
2 outlets & a ceiling light stopped working at the same time. None of the circuit breakers were flipped. What would cause this, and how can I troubleshoot it? [more inside]
posted by designbot at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by designbot at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
E-Mail Legalese. SMTP POP3 WTF BBQ
E-Mail Legalese Signatures: This email is only intended for the recipient, if you are not the recipient, please douse your computer in moonshine and howl at the moon. We have all seen these crop up, but has anyone seen proof that they are worth anything? [more inside]
posted by cavalier at 11:45 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by cavalier at 11:45 AM PST - 15 comments
Getting cooking grease out of cat fur?
How can I get hamburger grease out of my cat's fur without hurting him? [more inside]
posted by buildmyworld at 11:36 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by buildmyworld at 11:36 AM PST - 23 comments
How can an internet- illiterate regain control of her site?
Help! Local Coffee House's online community forum has been taken over by spammers & pervs! Can you provide easy to follow, clear instructions on how to take down unwanted posts? [more inside]
What to do in place of the missing "X" on the back of my Maxima?
Help me figure out a clever or funny thing to do in place of the missing "X" on the back of my Maxima. [more inside]
posted by letahl at 10:48 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by letahl at 10:48 AM PST - 23 comments
Windows network permission issues (access denied)
Serverfilter: My office is in the process of migrating to Windows Server 2003 for Fileserving. We constantly have issues with newly created files. Whenever they are placed on the server by a user, the immediately lose rights to do anything with the file. All other users attempting to access the files are also denied. This is just beyond frustrating. Any ideas what is happening and how to fix it? [more inside]
Don't want to hurt annoying/tedious person's feelings
Asking for a friend: Facebook - is it possible to block friends (ie., not see their contributions) without them knowing about it? [more inside]
posted by porpoise at 10:35 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by porpoise at 10:35 AM PST - 33 comments
Can I add saved navigation points in XML Spy?
I'm working with huge XML files in XML Spy so I'm using bookmarks to navigate around the files. But the bookmarks aren't saved so every time I reopen a file I have to add all the bookmarks again - goddamn does this drive me crazy!
Is there any way to add navigation points in XML Spy that are saved?
Format and topics to cover in a business plan?
I'm looking for ~$10,000 to start a simple business and need to write a business plan. Essentially, I have the best price and the best quality for a new tech gadget than no one is seriously marketing in the US. I'm trying to figure out the business plan's formatting, what topics to cover, questions to answer, information to include. Any samples or suggestions are much appreciated. [more inside]
posted by ac at 10:21 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by ac at 10:21 AM PST - 13 comments
How do I deal with a name change once the paperwork is done?
I am looking for advice from people who have legally changed their first name. [more inside]
death or superherodom?
So I woke up this morning with a few bug bites on me which isn't unusual in the summer in Manhattan with the window open, but... one of the bites is kinda weird... [more inside]
Appropriate gifts to include in a care package for a homebound friend?
Please help me distract, amuse, and pamper my sick friend. [more inside]
How many covenants are in the bible?
How many covenants are in the bible? My [more inside] list all the covenants with God in the Old and New Testaments, and am I understanding them correctly? If I'm missing any, can you briefly explain which ones I've left off the list and what the agreement is? Also, were any of these covenants I list below repeated somewhere else at a later time, with either the same or different people? [more inside]
posted by andoatnp at 9:48 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by andoatnp at 9:48 AM PST - 17 comments
How do hybrid EO/IR systems work in UAV applications?
How do hybrid EO/IR systems work in UAV applications? [more inside]
Are bathroom hand dryers really unsanitary?
Are bathroom hand dryers REALLY unsanitary? A co-worker claims she doesn't use them because they blow contaminated air on your hands. I'm not finding a lot of evidence online. I'm specifically interested in scientific proof or a scientific argument either way.
A little something after the cake, anyone?
Looking for some great interracial bisexual porn on DVD. [more inside]
Should I ask my employers if they're being generous or just stupid?
I'm in the UK, working part-time for a large company. They're paying me too much. What now? [more inside]
The machine in the garden--sprinkler question
I believe I need to replace my sprinkler controller. How hard is this? [more inside]
posted by craniac at 9:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by craniac at 9:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Quiet NJ Beaches
What are the quietest, least crowded public beaches within an hour and a half drive of Princeton, NJ? [more inside]
Please help me learn to run.
Scrolling Sideways
How can I make a horizontal scrolling group of thumbnails, like on the Washington Post home page or the iTunes store? I'm looking for tutorials in Flash or JavaScript.
posted by kirkaracha at 9:07 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by kirkaracha at 9:07 AM PST - 3 comments
Dutch the easy way
I would like to learn to speak Dutch. Would it be better to move to London and practice Dutch on weekends in the Netherlands, or just relocate there for full immersion? [more inside]
posted by four panels at 8:56 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by four panels at 8:56 AM PST - 6 comments
Won'tchew, don'tchew, can'tchew separate your words?
What is the origin of pronouncing "I've got you" like "I've gotchew?" Does this go back to ancient English speaking times, or is this merely a sloppy, learned Americanism? Is there a name for it? [more inside]
posted by iguanapolitico at 8:55 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by iguanapolitico at 8:55 AM PST - 35 comments
Hitch on a 2007 Camry
Anyone have any experience with installing a hitch for use with a hitch bike rack on a Toyota Camry? I haven't had a chance to visit the dealer, but is there an official Toyota-sanctioned hitch for a 2007 Camry? The manual says it can tow 1000 lbs, so there's gotta be something. [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 8:48 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by exhilaration at 8:48 AM PST - 5 comments
I feel the earth move under my feet...
Homeowner insurance through Farmer's Insurance Group -- is this a Very Bad Idea? [more inside]
posted by cior at 8:42 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by cior at 8:42 AM PST - 8 comments
Dell Inspiron motherboard is dead. Is it worth replacing?
My Dell Inspiron 9300 seems to have a dead motherboard; would it be worth getting it replaced or do I have a shiny new doorstop? [more inside]
Help me pick an alias
Does my name sound weird to you English speakers? Help me find an alias! [more inside]
Filling prescriptions when visiting Canada and the UK
In order to save money on my prescription meds, I've been mail-ordering from Canada and the UK. However, I know that the online pharmacies that handle the process add a significant markup over the in-country prices available through the respective national health care systems. Over the next four weeks, I will be in both Canada and the UK. Can I fill my prescriptions directly, with a US doctor's written prescription? If not, is there some way to obtain a local physician's prescription? (The meds are psych meds, if that makes a difference.)
The icebox shrinketh
Thoughts on mini-fridge freezers? [more inside]
Do boxer wearers have special running underwear?
If your running shorts have an inner pant, and your underwear of choice is boxers, what do you wear when you're running? Manties?
Self-hosted LiveJournal replacement?
Self-hosted LiveJournal replacement? I would like to have my own journal displayed on my own site and besides some usual requirements, I have one or two that seem to be difficult to satisfy. [more inside]
Philly Filter: Need hotel suggestions
Need suggestions for a reasonably priced hotel near Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for Oct 11th-13th. [more inside]
posted by dancinglamb at 7:23 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by dancinglamb at 7:23 AM PST - 10 comments
What are some fun math problems with integer answers from 0-18?
What are some (easy to moderate difficulty) math problems with integer answers ranging from 0-18? I'm making mathematical seating cards where guests will solve a problem to find their table number. [more inside]
Mister Blankey McBlankerton
My most frivolous AskMe ever: OK you Smarty McSmartertons... Where did that type of "name" start. You know... "Mister Blanky McBlankerton." Our upstairs neighbor was bring heavy-footed yesterday, and I was talking to my daughter about it. I referred to him as "Mister Stompy McStomperton." I've heard that kind of thing more and more lately. Where did it originate? [more inside]
TANAP w/o a guide?
Tatranský národný park (TANAP/Tatra National Park) in Slovakia: officialy, hiking out of marked trails is strictly forbidden without a guide. I've read in some other places that it is somehow tolerated for members of some Alpine clubs. Can some of our knowledgable mefites shed a light?
Mefites, lend me your ears (and book recommendations)
What are your favorite books on the Roman Empire? [more inside]
How to avoid weight-loss cravings?
Dietfilter: How do YOU deal with cravings? [more inside]
August 29
Where did the big bang happen?
If wanted to arrive at the point in space where the big bang occurred, in which direction should I start traveling?
posted by wigglin at 10:37 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by wigglin at 10:37 PM PST - 35 comments
What is the authority for Homer's texts?
The 'original Greek text' of Homer's Odyssey and/or Iliad: what actually is meant by this? And what is the authority for this 'original'? [more inside]
help with a couple question on mac/osx: kerning on the mac & USB probe
A couple questions about Mac and OSX: 1) does anyone know of an alternative to USB Prober alegedly included with the Apple SDK - to help the OS see some USB devices (see inside)? 2) why is the kerning/tracking on much of the default system software - often sketchy? [more inside]
lcd dlp plasma oh my!
I have about 19 hours to decide which HDTV to buy. Thoughts? [more inside]
"Hate... you only hurt yourself." Boom!
Searching for info or video of a 1960s-1970s animated US-televised public service announcement against 'hate.' Angry man approaches viewer, head swells and three-pronged arrows whirl in his heart. Head swells and turns red and bursts as narrator says '[when you] hate, you only hurt yourself.' Possibly American Heart Association? Will donate $10 to charity chosen by first person to point me to correct online video. Many thanks.
Feather my bookshelf
After a run of reading somewhat serious, oftentimes depressing fiction and nonfiction, I'm looking for something more domestic. Have any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by LoriFLA at 8:38 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by LoriFLA at 8:38 PM PST - 19 comments
Are there still rock groupies?
Just who was "Alive In Belfast" at the Warehouse Sessions?
Somewhere in my travels I found the album "Alive In Belfast: The Warehouse Sessions." I have the song titles, but not the artists. Help! [more inside]
Anyone drive 2007 Honda CR-V?
We're in the market for something like the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV-4. Anyone with experience of the 2007 remake of the CR-V? [more inside]
posted by Rain Man at 8:20 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Rain Man at 8:20 PM PST - 26 comments
I need help with the name of some apparently obscure song I heard a while back...
I need help with the name of some apparently obscure song I heard a while back... [more inside]
posted by deacon_blues at 8:00 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by deacon_blues at 8:00 PM PST - 10 comments
vconvert.net hates my macbook
vconvert.net hates my macbook. Is it just me? [more inside]
posted by pompomtom at 7:53 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by pompomtom at 7:53 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me get off unemployment
How should I go about applying for two jobs at the same company? Should I write two cover letters sent a few days apart, or one? And should I express more interest in the job that looks more challenging, even though I'd be perfectly happy in either? Unfortunately, there isn't time to wait for a response from the first, and it's too small a job market to ignore one.
posted by saffry at 7:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by saffry at 7:41 PM PST - 6 comments
Want my XP back
How can I replace Vista on my new pc with Windows XP? The XP is newly purchased software. I have an Acer Aspire L100 Ultra Small Form Factor Desktop PC Model # ASL100-UD400A
AMD Athln X2 4000+, 1GB SDRAM, 2500GB HDD, Wi-Fi, Slot-in DVD RW. [more inside]
posted by JujuB at 7:36 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by JujuB at 7:36 PM PST - 8 comments
Hot Buick in the summer - needs to simma down
Help me evaluate cooling system problems with my '86 Buick Century 2.5L 4. [more inside]
Hail to the Chief
Trying to figure out if there is an "ism" or "acy" word for a governmental system of ruler worship (i.e. like the ancient Egyptian systems which considered their rulers Gods). Any specific terms for this?
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 7:13 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 7:13 PM PST - 15 comments
How to initiate public awareness
How to mount a public awareness campaign? [more inside]
should you really replace your running shoes every 6 months?
should you really replace your running shoes every 6 months? [more inside]
هل تساعدني؟
I want to use Arabic with Photoshop.... [more inside]
Marker Tie Me Up, Marker Tie Prices Down
How might I find cheap marker ties? [more inside]
Broken Partition Table
I accidently made 2 partitions out of a 1 partition drive that had valuable data on it. Help me get back to normal. [more inside]
How can I learn to understand and produce speech in a foreign language as well as I can write it?
I'm learning a new language (Italian), and as with other languages I've learned, I have no trouble with the written form. But, as with the others, the spoken variety gives me trouble. [more inside]
posted by SuperNova at 6:09 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by SuperNova at 6:09 PM PST - 15 comments
how far can i drive on my dying battery?
After jump-starting a dead car battery, how far can I expect to be able to drive it? [more inside]
Seeking information about self defense course(s) and related activites/classes.
I am interested in self-defense classes. There are lots of methods and places to do this. The options are a little overwhelming and I know very little about the topic. Can somebody break it down and make some suggestions and/or recommendations that might be best suited for me? [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 6:03 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 6:03 PM PST - 22 comments
Where to get my birthday ink?
Please help me make the best choice for a tattoo parlour in the Tempe, AZ area for my first ink. [more inside]
Why that particular chord?
What books or websites do you recommend that look at popular music (I really mean 70s and 80s) from a music theory perspective. For example, [more inside]
posted by wittgenstein at 5:32 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by wittgenstein at 5:32 PM PST - 13 comments
Camera and lighting kit suggestions, please.
If you were going to start shooting pictures for an alt weekly/A&E publication, what kinda of gear would you get? [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 5:22 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 5:22 PM PST - 5 comments
What power adapters do we need for a trip to France from the US.
Power/outlet conversion question, US to France..
You folks helped solve the communication issue for my step-daughter going to France.. Last minute question (she leaves tomorrow) about power adaptors for her computer and small electronics... What does she need [more inside]
posted by HuronBob at 5:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by HuronBob at 5:22 PM PST - 8 comments
How to smell good without cologne?
As a guy, how do you smell really good without the use of cologne? Some people, I've noticed, have a great fresh smell to them, but I'm not sure how they get it. I try using scented soaps, but it doesn't give nearly as strong an effect. Is it lotion? Does skin type matter?
How to best archive gameplay?
What's the best way to record and archive videogame play? [more inside]
Conditioning Shampoo
Why doesn't conditioner lather like shampoo? [more inside]
Par? Par2? DVD? JPG? WTF?
I've recently decided to backup all of my photographs onto DVD. But I'm concerned about stuff like data recovery, scratches, etc. So I figured I could add some .par files to the DVD, to be on the safe side. Trouble is, I've never used .par files before. [more inside]
posted by Rabulah at 4:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Rabulah at 4:18 PM PST - 10 comments
What are your favorite podcast-hosting and -streaming services?
What are your favorite podcast-hosting and -streaming services? [more inside]
No one is pulling right hooks in this mess!
Which GOP Congressmen, Senators, and other political leaders joined the Democrats in asking for the resignation of Alberto Gonzales? Specific quotes and references would be great.
Also, what argument would counter someone who believed the only reason the GOP would sign on board to the resignation ballet was because they felt it was "clearing" the "perceived" dirty ship so that a Rep. would be able to stay in the Whitehouse as opposed to the Republicans genuinely feeling that Gonzales should go for unethical behavior? [more inside]
Automatically reboot Windows after X amount of time
I work in a public library. We currently have a few dozen public use computers that are on a queueing system; however, we are planning on ordering a few new computers that will be on a different network so we are looking at different options. [more inside]
posted by toddst at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by toddst at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
Lookin' Fer an Authentic Pint
Help me find the Irishest Irish bar in Boston. [more inside]
Can I watch The Big 10 Network online?
The Big 10 Network is only carried by Direct TV, not Dish Network or any local cable provider. Therefore, I can't watch the University of Michigan game this weekend from home. Is there anyplace online that streams television stations and has this network and hasn't been shut down yet?
posted by Mark at 3:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Mark at 3:17 PM PST - 10 comments
postcard help?
Can I augment pre-paid postcards? [more inside]
Podcast business?
High School Musical Misgivings?
I loved the movie Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. I sometimes catch myself humming the tune to Adelaide's Lament from Guys and Dolls. Elaine Paige's version of Memory from Cats reduced me to tears the first time I caught it via YouTube. What are the chances I'll enjoy watching the original High School Musical?
Getting into Grad School with a substandard GPA
I'm looking for advice on apply to grad school along the lines of Computer Science/Cognitive Science. Major problem: Low CGPA blues. [more inside]
Frustration high due to Excel problem - how do I make my sorted data update in my graph?
Frustration high due to Excel problem - how do I make my sorted data update in the graph? [more inside]
Legally finding someone's military history?
Is there any legal way to find out a person's military history? [more inside]
posted by sidereal at 1:05 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by sidereal at 1:05 PM PST - 18 comments
how to pick up guys?
help me understand guys - what do i have to do to pick them up? what do guys want from a relationship/ girlfriend? is sex, food and a cleaning service the only thing guys want from their girlfriends? because that's what the "normal" guys i know are excited about. more inside. [more inside]
my wife is pregnant; we need easy healthy things to cook.
my wife is pregnant; we need easy healthy things to cook. [more inside]
posted by BigBrownBear at 12:50 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by BigBrownBear at 12:50 PM PST - 23 comments
Where can I find tales of language learning?
Where can I find tales of language learning? [more inside]
Great tool for converting all sorts of different video files?
Great swiss-army-knife-type Windows app (preferably free) for resizing/downsampling/converting movie files from various formats? [more inside]
posted by jbickers at 12:19 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by jbickers at 12:19 PM PST - 10 comments
I need a bigger soupstrainer... STAT!
Where can I find outrageous fake mustachios in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by jammer at 12:17 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jammer at 12:17 PM PST - 13 comments
High-End Furniture Sales Job - take it or leave it?
What are the job responsibilities of a high-end furniture sales rep? [more inside]
export illustrator paragraph styles
How can I extract the font and color information from an *Illustrator* file's paragraph styles and character styles? An ordered plain-text list would be great, coded CSS based on style names even greater. [more inside]
Looking for high quality espresso beans in Silicon Valley
GiftFilter: Where can I buy high quality beans for an espresso lover in Silicon Valley? [more inside]
posted by spiderskull at 11:51 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by spiderskull at 11:51 AM PST - 11 comments
Is there a firewire equivalent of a USB memory stick?
Is there a firewire equivalent of a USB memory stick? [more inside]
posted by GuyZero at 11:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by GuyZero at 11:46 AM PST - 4 comments
I Am The Walrus
I'm going to a song-themed costume party on Saturday, and I need ideas! [more inside]
posted by natabat at 11:42 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by natabat at 11:42 AM PST - 44 comments
Best way to lift my bed a foot and a half?
What is the most visually pleasing, safest way to lift this IKEA MALM bed frame about a foot and half off the floor? [more inside]
Recruiters at job prospect want to contact current employers
[JobFilter] I've been through two interviews, they've contacted my references, and now the "last step" in the application process is for them to contact my current employers -- who don't know I want to leave. How normal is this? What should I do? [more inside]
posted by hazelshade at 11:11 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by hazelshade at 11:11 AM PST - 29 comments
Is it time I break up?
Is it time to break up? [more inside]
cool crafts on louisiana road trip?
driving from port arthur to new orleans for my wife's 40th.
can anyone recommend craftsfolk, artisans, jewelry or clothing designers along the way which could provide "that special gift" i am trying to find her? im relying on the "hive mind's" sense of "cool." go for it!
i'd love to be able to arrive in some small town, check out some small shop and miraculously have that perfect something waiting there for her.
any ideas?
Single Computer, Two Player Games
Looking for two player computer games using the same computer. [more inside]
thomas the tightwad engine
Please recommend good cheap(er) Brio/Thomas-compatible train sets. Anyone bought from woodentracks.com?
posted by Armitage Shanks at 9:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Armitage Shanks at 9:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Nikon goes full frame
I'm completely baffled by Nikon's DSLR strategy and I'd like to understand a few things better: first they create the DX line and seem to indicate that cropped is there to stay, now they go full frame. What should a serious film photographer who wants to go DSLR and already owns a bunch of excellent manual focus Nikon lenses do now? I also find baffling that they're not teling who manufactures their full-frame sensors -- don't potential customers have the right to know who makes the heart of the really expensive camera they may buy? Thanks.
posted by matteo at 9:40 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by matteo at 9:40 AM PST - 24 comments
I need permission!
I need permission! System admin installed WordpressMu on a Linux server (we're a Windows shop mainly). I can create blogs and access all the admin functions through a browser just fine. But when I connect to the server via FTP to try to add plugins, templates, etc., I can only get to the first level of directories. [more inside]
Torrential Reign
Getting hired into academe?
Looking for help breaking into academe - fellow academic Mefites, what am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted by LN at 9:23 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by LN at 9:23 AM PST - 24 comments
Help me find high resolution images of Rachmaninoff/ov!
Help me find high resolution images of Rachmaninoff/ov! [more inside]
How do I get Chromablue paint from Home Depot, etc.?
CHROMA BLUE FILTER: Chroma Blue/Bluescreen Paint.....how do I get the exact chroma blue color from a paint store? I don't have enough time to order the specialty paint online. If anyone has experience with large bluescreen walls, chroma color paint, or bluescreening in general, any advice is appreciated! more inside... [more inside]
posted by othersomethings at 9:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by othersomethings at 9:14 AM PST - 11 comments
AVI to DVD for the blinking 12:00 set?
My sister gave me a DVD with some AVI files of video that she took on a recent vacation to Paris. I want to burn this to a normal DVD so that my technophobe grandparents can watch it on their DVD player. Insert blinking 12:00 joke here. How do I do this, preferably for free, using my iMac and it's DVD burner?
Pimp my drive?
MacUserFilter: Help me figure out which configuration I need for my new MacBook Pro. [more inside]
posted by DiscourseMarker at 8:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by DiscourseMarker at 8:47 AM PST - 8 comments
Getting a good Masters with a medicore Bachelors
I am trying to figure out the best way increase my admissibility to a solid Business school. I have about 2 years or so to get my academic CV strong enough to be seriously competitive, and I am trying to figure out what I can do in the mean time to prepare. [more inside]
posted by aggienfo at 8:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by aggienfo at 8:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Couple buys couple a drink...
Etiquettefilter -- So me and my girl were at a strip club... [more inside]
posted by eas98 at 7:53 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by eas98 at 7:53 AM PST - 12 comments
Let's hope it beats a pet rock.
where's the best place to get a hamster in London? And a subtle black cage? [more inside]
posted by aherdofturtles at 7:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by aherdofturtles at 7:42 AM PST - 5 comments
Looking for info on basic but good music recording
I'm a musician and interested in doing well done field recordings of mostly acoustic (but sometimes electric) music. I'm interested in doing it with a minimum of equipment, but producing good quality recordings. In the past I've used a minidisc and a small microphone, sometimes with pretty good results. But I'm looking on ways and equipment to do a better job. [more inside]
blankerblanking file errors!
Why are my Adobe Illustrator files coming up blank? [more inside]
posted by kidsleepy at 6:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by kidsleepy at 6:56 AM PST - 9 comments
Help improve my scripting skills
I wrote a shell script for an acquaintance that renames Macs (OS 10.4) based on their existing names. It works well, but I'm convinced my code could be more efficient. Where can I make improvements? [more inside]
posted by pmbuko at 6:55 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by pmbuko at 6:55 AM PST - 11 comments
Is there any reason for concern if my maid, a legal resident, just asked permission to report her bi-weekly payments from me on her Section 8 income report?
My maid called this evening to inquire as to whether she can include my bi-weekly payments to her in her Section 8 (Los Angeles) income report. She is a legal resident but not a citizen. Other than tax implications for her, are there any issues that I should be aware of now that this previously non-broached issue has been broached (e.g., tax or legal)? My options are as follows: (1) say no and let her continue working; (2) say yes and let her continue working; or (3) politely inform her that her services are no longer required. She has only been cleaning my apartment for two months and came highly recommended by a friend. Obviously option (2) is preferable but I’d rather be safe than sorry.
posted by anonymous at 6:40 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:40 AM PST - 14 comments
Pigeon holed into oblivion
How do you apply for (design) positions if all the work you've done is proprietary information? [more inside]
Lost stock cert
I own some restricted stock in an OTCBB company but I have lost the cert. What are my options if any?
Fellow Web Designers - do you know of any places for good web design critique?
I'm a professional web designer looking for forums or websites where I can get constructive feedback on my designs from other web designers. Ideally a place that will critique Photoshop designs, as well as finished html sites, would be brilliant! Any suggestions would be very appreciated :)
river polish stone
How long does it take a river to polish a jagged stone smooth?
Never, never, never panic?
Looking for a quote, possibly from Winston Churchill, along the lines of "Don't panic, live life as you have been, etc. etc." May have been in reference to severe bombing in London during WWII (if it was indeed Churchill).
posted by Brittanie at 5:11 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Brittanie at 5:11 AM PST - 9 comments
Reliable property value information?
I'm looking for a resource to find current information on the price of housing in the NY metropolitan area. [more inside]
posted by undercoverhuwaaah at 5:11 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by undercoverhuwaaah at 5:11 AM PST - 3 comments
How to give away my 486 laptop w/ docking station?
I have an old 486 Compaq laptop with a docking sation. I need someone to give it a good home. [more inside]
posted by Clay201 at 3:23 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Clay201 at 3:23 AM PST - 12 comments
Wash my car for free?
Today I washed my car at one of those touch less car washes that you just drop money into and drive in. This particular one was a Laserwash
There was a maintenance man in one of the bays with a company truck. I watched him point a remote control at the exit of the wash and initiate a car wash two different times for testing purposes, I assume.
My question is, if I had the code and it was an IR remote is it possible to program a universal remote to send that code and activate the carwash in the same manner? Searching Google for Laserwash codes didn't help me much.
posted by tradeer33 at 1:50 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by tradeer33 at 1:50 AM PST - 24 comments
Google Docs
Google Docs doesn't handle Word 7 (docx) documents. Will it ever?
posted by jennydiski at 1:06 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by jennydiski at 1:06 AM PST - 9 comments
How do I cite, in MLA format, a quote that is already in parentheses?
How do I cite, in MLA format, a quote that is already in parentheses? [more inside]
posted by limon at 12:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by limon at 12:56 AM PST - 10 comments
August 28
Pictures with lights behind them to make them look hd?
I'm trying to find those pictures that light up to make them look more hi-def, and I can't seem to find anything because I don't know what they're called or what to search for. They look like hdtvs kind of, except with a picture. Some of them have flowing water, well it looks like it's flowing because of the lights, and that's about as good as I can describe them. I've seen them in stores and I've been interested in getting one, but I wanted to look at some online first. Thanks for your help.
posted by CliffDiving44 at 10:38 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by CliffDiving44 at 10:38 PM PST - 8 comments
Poster/Print Resource?
Where can I find a colorful, complete print of the Thebaid (an amazing huge landscape by Fra Angelico, c. 1410 housed at the Uffizi)? [more inside]
Help! Apple is Holding My Computer Hostage!
How should I proceed in these dealings with Apple? I paid $310 for service on my computer and now they want $900!!!! [more inside]
posted by lunasol at 9:53 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by lunasol at 9:53 PM PST - 18 comments
Singapore: What should I do?
I want to go to Singapore. I dont know anything about Singapore. I want to experience Singapore. What is there to do? I'm 18 years old. [more inside]
posted by theiconoclast31 at 9:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by theiconoclast31 at 9:19 PM PST - 15 comments
How to take an internal hard drive and make it external
What do I need to know about hard drive enclosures? My computer (PC) died this morning and I want to pull out the 2 hard drives and use them as external drives for my new Mac. I don't know if they're FAT32 or NTFS. I don't know if they're IDE or SATA. How do I find out? Do I need to? A little background on my old PC. It was one of the first P4 3.0 PCs with hyperthreading technology. I've had it for ~4 years
My Street Has Gone to the Dogs
Can anyone suggest a polite way for me to inform my neighbors that letting their large dogs run off leash is becoming a problem? [more inside]
posted by biddeford at 9:03 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by biddeford at 9:03 PM PST - 30 comments
Will airport x-ray machines damage an external hard drive?
Do airport x-ray machines damage external hard drives? [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco at 9:00 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 9:00 PM PST - 7 comments
metaäggregationfilter
Are there any web sites where you can enter a search term, and get an RSS feed of new results, like Google news alerts but over RSS rather then email? Are there any other interesting tools out for searching the blog sphere (besides technorati) [more inside]
posted by delmoi at 8:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by delmoi at 8:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Roommate Troubled
How do I be a good roommate to a gal with severe Asberger's? [more inside]
Help me make a playlist of synth-heavy tracks...
Help me make a playlist of cheesy, synth-heavy tracks from the 80's & early 90's. [more inside]
Who played the outraged author in "The King of Comedy" and was he really an author or scammer like Rupert?
Who played the outraged author in "The King of Comedy" and was he really an author or was he a scammer like Rupert? [more inside]
Forwarding emails to your phone patents
ISP, OpenSource options that can forward emails to your phone/alternate-address, so that when you reply, the replies are sent from your email address (and not from your phone's email address), and threats of patenting said idea. [more inside]
Shower or washing machine for my sweats?
When I shower after a workout, I simply strip my sweaty workout T-shirt, shorts, and socks in the shower and wash them there. I scrub them a bit with my body soap/bar soap. Is this good enough, or should I wash them with actual laundry detergent? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 7:19 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by zardoz at 7:19 PM PST - 41 comments
Meeting LA casting directors?
I'm contemplating a move from NYC to LA for acting and wanted to know if there were places like Actors Connection and One on One in LA to meet casting directors and agents.
posted by chris24 at 7:15 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by chris24 at 7:15 PM PST - 1 comment
The crucifix isn't working
There's a bat in our apartment, how do we remove it/ [more inside]
posted by furtive at 7:07 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by furtive at 7:07 PM PST - 29 comments
So, do you go to quilting bees often?
A friend of mine, CK, is a conservative Mennonite. CK wears her hair in a bun with a little white bonnet pinned over it, and nearly always wears skirts and dresses of a modest cut, though otherwise her clothes are the kind every woman wears. She is a senior level civil servant for the Ontario government, and as a Mennonite woman is a rare sight in Toronto's Queen's Park, people find her a curiosity. CK often hears certain dumb questions and comments. I told her the hive mind would just love to come up with some great comebacks she could use to break up the monotony. She doesn't doubt it and is looking forward to seeing what you come up with. [more inside]
iPhoto sync options
Best way to up-syncing iPhoto galleries to the web? [more inside]
How can I subject myself to acute stress?
How can I expose myself to acute stress? [more inside]
AHCI gives me a headache...
Hard Drive Filter: Someone explain to me how SATA and AHCI work. [more inside]
posted by lou at 5:14 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lou at 5:14 PM PST - 10 comments
MetaMusic for private use?
I'm looking for some sort of web template / upload script that would act sort of like MetaMusic but on a private scale. [more inside]
Good dance tracks for the 35 - 55 set.
Help me find good dance tracks for the 35 - 55 set. [more inside]
posted by jpmack at 4:31 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by jpmack at 4:31 PM PST - 18 comments
My hamstring won't heal!
I pulled my hamstring in June, right where the top of the ham hits the inner glute--not quite in the crotch but almost there. It wasn't bad, but I decided to take time off to let it heal. But no matter how much time I take off, as soon as I start working out again it starts hurting again! What do I do? [more inside]
Really Dim Clock Radio?
Please help me find a clock radio which can be switched to really really dim. [more inside]
posted by biscotti at 4:09 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by biscotti at 4:09 PM PST - 19 comments
Must prepare for QuakeZero
Despite my sub-20 ping, when playing Quake 3 multiplayer. every 60 seconds I get a huge lag spike, every minute or so like clockwork [more inside]
posted by Satapher at 3:49 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Satapher at 3:49 PM PST - 11 comments
Learning a musical instrument for the non-musically inclined?
Suggestions for a quirky, small musical instrument that a music-newbie can learn to play on their own? [more inside]
Only IE doesn't work
Internet works everywhere but IE. [more inside]
Pedal faster!
Please suggest good high-BPM music for the gym! [more inside]
posted by Squid Voltaire at 3:23 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Squid Voltaire at 3:23 PM PST - 15 comments
Separation of public and private data on the web
How to do separation of public and private data on the web with PHP/MySQL? I'm creating a website for a business, with 2 sections - public and admin (staff). The admin section is secured with .htaccess and is intended to be used by office staff to enter customer requirements as they come in, and edit product listings. However, I worry about the security and suspect there is probably a better way. [more inside]
posted by BishopsLoveScifi at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by BishopsLoveScifi at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Road trippin' out of Chicago?
Road Trip filter: My girlfriend and I live in Chicago, and we want to take a road trip somewhere for the long weekend. [more inside]
posted by AceRock at 2:40 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by AceRock at 2:40 PM PST - 28 comments
Flashcard software for OSX and Palm?
Flashcard program for OSX with Palm integration? [more inside]
posted by djgh at 2:40 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by djgh at 2:40 PM PST - 2 comments
iPhone SSH
After installing OpenSSH on your iPhone, is there a way to disable it except when needed? [more inside]
posted by yesno at 2:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by yesno at 2:34 PM PST - 11 comments
Hey, I could be wrong
An acquaintance of mine said, "Noam Chomsky never went to college." [more inside]
posted by Marla Singer at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Marla Singer at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
How to pay someone I freelance with
How should payment be handled when freelancing with another person? [more inside]
posted by eightball at 2:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by eightball at 2:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Jerry Lewis - FrancoEnigma
Why is Jerry Lewis so popular with the French?
Jimmy Buffett Boat
Any good Jimmy Buffet lines that would make a good name for a boat? [more inside]
Night Math on Elm Street
I need to take night classes (mostly math) in NYC. [more inside]
Why does my Gmail Notifier and Quicksilver unexpectedly quit?
I'm running OS X 10.4.10 on an Intel iMac. I've never had any troubles until about a week ago, but now every once in a while, both Gmail Notifier and Quicksilver quit for no good reason. The icons in the menu bar disappear and I have to restart both of them. This sometimes happens after I wake my computer up from Sleep mode, other times it happens while I'm working on the computer. Does anyone know what might be causing this?
posted by The Coach LD at 1:24 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by The Coach LD at 1:24 PM PST - 5 comments
starting a museum: advice?
Starting a for-profit museum: Lots of questions inside. [more inside]
University of Graphic Design?
What schools (colleges/universities) are good for graphic design in NYC? [more inside]
posted by kaozity at 12:33 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kaozity at 12:33 PM PST - 10 comments
Solve this math puzzle. Then explain it to me.
Math puzzle filter. How do you go about solving this puzzle? [more inside]
posted by batcrazy at 12:23 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by batcrazy at 12:23 PM PST - 25 comments
Remote background GUI login to OSX?
Ergomaniac
Help me pick an ergonomic mouse/trackball and ergonomic keyboard which suit my needs. [more inside]
posted by LoopyG at 11:48 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by LoopyG at 11:48 AM PST - 16 comments
Fun social games for adults?
What are some fun, social, outdoor games that adults might like to play? I'm thinking games like Capture the Flag, or any of the new crop of "urban games" like city-wide tag. I'd like to organize some events for friends--anywhere from just a few people to dozens. Anything you particularly think is a blast?
posted by Ollie at 11:40 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by Ollie at 11:40 AM PST - 35 comments
How do I get an honest cut of my security deposit back?
How do I get back a security deposit in New York City nearly a year after vacating? [more inside]
How do they do it?
Why do Japanese game show contestants seem to feel no pain? [more inside]
How can I feel more gregarious?
How can I feel more gregarious? How to more deeply appreciate fellowship? [more inside]
posted by levijk at 10:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by levijk at 10:47 AM PST - 8 comments
Bones teleplay?
Where can I find some scripts of the TV show Bones? [more inside]
Talismania or Pipe Dream clone for the DS?
I enjoy playing Talismania, which is kind of a takeoff on the old Pipe Dream or Pipe Mania games. Is there a type of game like this available for the Nintendo DS or GBA? [more inside]
How much time do I need to study for the bar exam?
How much is too much bar exam preparation? [more inside]
How do I get a job outside the UK? ASAP.
How do I get a job outside the UK? ASAP. [more inside]
Where to go in Houston Texas?
Where in Houston, Texas would you take a visiting guest to show off this town’s uniqueness & have fun? [more inside]
Cheap website design for a Non-Profit/NGO
Could someone recommend options for very cheap website design for a Non-Profit/NGO? [more inside]
posted by sk381 at 10:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by sk381 at 10:03 AM PST - 6 comments
A good email whitelist service?
Can anyone recommend an email whitelist system that works with my existing hosting service? I want to defeat the spam. [more inside]
I can't find a job. What now?
Semi-recent law grad having an unusually hard time finding a job, possibly due to circumstances described within. I'm running out of ideas (and money), so I turn to you, AskMe. [more inside]
Birthday Question
My significant other does not want to spend her birthday with me. I find it really strange. Am I being too "irrational"? [more inside]
Why is my lip being horrible to me?
Someone tell me what this thing on my lip is, and why it's there. It's transparent and firm. I attempted to squeeze it and it briefly turned dark red. It isn't painful. I've only now become aware of it; it might have been there yesterday.
Blurry picture inside! [more inside]
posted by davidriley at 9:51 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by davidriley at 9:51 AM PST - 18 comments
Please help me clean my trousers before the wife sees them
After a messy processor installation.... How can I remove spilt thermal paste from my best trousers?
What to do in Grenoble
I'm moving to Grenoble, France next week to begin a Masters in International Business.
Normally, I have a tendency to arrive in new places blind, not knowing what to do but extremely excited by the mystery of the unknown. [more inside]
My bleeding heart is shriveling up
So I moved to Brooklyn, landed a great magazine internship in the city, and seem to be on the right track professionally. One problem: I'm restless and want to leave NYC. Will I sabotage my future as a magazine journalist by leaving Manhattan, the mecca of magazines? [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 9:04 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 9:04 AM PST - 20 comments
Font Filter: how do computers handle fonts?
Font Filter: how do computers handle fonts? I am a (self proclaimed) PC expert but I am (and have been for ages) stumped about how a PC handles a document etc with a missing font? [more inside]
posted by chasles at 8:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by chasles at 8:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Gmail and Spam
I have a gmail account. Love it. However, after successfully avoiding spam for months, I've been found. I'm getting 20 pieces of spam a day at least. It goes to the spam box, but even that annoys me.
Is there any way I can further block spam in gmail? I really don't want to get a new email address.
Game platform codebase differences?
Hey video game developers: how different is the code base for one game across different platforms? [more inside]
movie magic modus?
Is there a website that details how movie technical effects were done? I'd enjoy seeing photos, illustrations, descriptions of how special effects were created. Bonus question: what day of the week is best to ask metafilter in order to reach the highest number of potential answerers?
CatFilter: why does my cat keep trying to bust into my chewable pepto-bismol?
CatFilter: why does my cat keep trying to bust into my chewable pepto-bismol? She will roll around on the floor in front of it like it's catnip and chew on the plastic packaging if I don't stop her. And no, of course I don't let her get it!
Has time and Daft Punk melted away my memories?
SongFilter: Has time and Daft Punk melted away my memories? I remember a song that doesn't seem to exist. [more inside]
posted by Mark5four0 at 8:11 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mark5four0 at 8:11 AM PST - 4 comments
Gifts for a new PhD student?
My wife is going to be starting a (humanities) PhD in a few weeks' time. What gifts should I get her? [more inside]
posted by Jakob at 7:41 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Jakob at 7:41 AM PST - 20 comments
How can I host a digital archive?
Online digital archive: Is it realistic to consider using the Internet Archive for distributing archived digital media or do we need to build it from the ground up? [more inside]
posted by imposster at 7:25 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by imposster at 7:25 AM PST - 9 comments
Automatic climate control?
First car with automatic climate control. How does it work? [more inside]
posted by jal0021 at 7:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jal0021 at 7:25 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm boooooorrred!
Random strangers of the internet, please recommend a hobby to me. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 7:21 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by Solomon at 7:21 AM PST - 38 comments
You've Got (No) Mail
Why does Apple Mail stop receiving new messages? [more inside]
Looking for an affordable Wifi NAS solution
Help me find an affordable NAS that is between 500g-1TB, does Wifi, has iTunes Library support, BitTorrent, and FTP support please.
Marlene Dietrich is awesome
What font is this?
I need a new dermatologist
I'm moving to Columbus, Ohio and I need to find a new dermatologist, preferably one that will prescribe accutane. [more inside]
What to do with a thieving adult child?
How do we discipline an adult aspergers son? [more inside]
Drippy spout: feature or bug?
Why do coffe-maker manufacturers design the carafe spouts so that they cannot pour well? [more inside]
posted by yesster at 5:37 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by yesster at 5:37 AM PST - 14 comments
Grad school in Ireland - Need to know?
Moving to Ireland for a year+, what are your tips? [more inside]
posted by conch soup at 5:37 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by conch soup at 5:37 AM PST - 14 comments
Identify these scenes: LA's Stack, a bull, a 60's Alfa, a clock, an explosion
Can you identify these scenes? LA's highway Stack, a bull in an arena, a 60's Alfa Romeo radio, a wall clock, and an explosion. [more inside]
posted by stereo at 5:18 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by stereo at 5:18 AM PST - 6 comments
I don't want to rush her but the bottom line is that I'm completely in love with this girl.
This last June I picked up the phone and called a friend I went to high school with... I literally hadn't seen or spoken to her for 12 years (since 1995). We went out for drinks and since then we've been spending time together about once a week (maybe a little less), having dinner together and things like that. A little over a month ago I told her that I really like her and asked if there’s any chance that maybe she felt the same... here’s what she wrote back to me in an email: [more inside]
"Kafir"
In Islamic discourse, how harsh a pejorative is the term "kafir"? Is it necessarily a pejorative at all?
posted by stammer at 4:16 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by stammer at 4:16 AM PST - 8 comments
Easy Music Transfer needed
How do I get Siouxsie on my Ipod while in London? [more inside]
From London to LA
Need some help moving from London to LA for a year to study film at LAfilm… please help [more inside]
posted by TheAfroangel at 3:18 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by TheAfroangel at 3:18 AM PST - 13 comments
Datawarehouse 101
I am changing jobs in a couple of months, and need to know more about database design, and more specifically datawarehouse and datamart for reporting systems. [more inside]
Brew pubs in London?
Are there any good brew pubs in London? [more inside]
posted by team lowkey at 12:21 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by team lowkey at 12:21 AM PST - 23 comments
August 27
Another Haunted Server
My HP LC200 Netserver is haunted. [more inside]
What is this all about?
Can someone give me some backstory on this? [more inside]
posted by pjern at 10:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by pjern at 10:12 PM PST - 8 comments
wheel chair for the masses?
GrandMaFilter: Grandma is coming to town. She can walk, but only about 100 feet. What's the most cost effective way to rent/acquire a wheelchair for 5 days in Seattle? [more inside]
Esc-que vous m'aidez?
Gimme your recommendations for children's books, in French (...the books, not your two cents, natch). [more inside]
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 8:48 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 8:48 PM PST - 24 comments
Carry Me For The First Time To Ole Virginnny
Suggestions of things to do/see and places to stay/eat in rural central Virginia (anywhere roughly between Amherst/Lynchburg and Richmond) on the Sunday/Monday of Labor Day Weekend? Trips to Appomattox and the Museum of the Confederacy are being considered, but would love some other ideas: museums, concerts, B&B recommendations, good BBQ places, roadside attractions, stores, etc. [more inside]
Synergetic Geometry. Where?
Does anyone teach a course in Synergetic Geometry in Los Angeles??? In the U.S.???? [more inside]
Bar/Party Survival Guide for the Introveted
Teach a shy person on how to behave in a bar/party full of unfamiliar people [more inside]
Landlord is doing a walk-through in 2 days. Any advice?
My landlord left a letter on my door informing me that there will be a "walk-through" the house this week. What are my rights, and what is some good advice? (I live in New Mexico, USA) [more inside]
Pick Me a Wine!
Wines: Help me pick one that will be nicely aged in five years. [more inside]
Can anyone tell yo ein uta that I'd liubi?
Can anyone recommend any good "multilingual" songs? [more inside]
posted by ElectricBlue at 6:01 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by ElectricBlue at 6:01 PM PST - 36 comments
Another "Can I Eat This" Query
Can I marinate beef past the sell-by date? I've bought a piece of chuck pot roast and just made the marinade for Mark Bittman's Vinegar-Marinated Pot Roast recipe. Bittman's recipe suggest marinating the meat for up to 3 days; the date on the package comes due is in two. Will the marinade, made up primarily of wine and vinegar, allow the meat to last past the date (and I have no idea if it's a sell-by or serve-by date - I'm recently eating beef again after about a 13 year hiatus), or should I plan on cooking this tomorrow?
Ideally, I'd like to cook this on Thursday, but I don't want to kill my family.
posted by bibliowench at 5:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by bibliowench at 5:46 PM PST - 13 comments
Want to go smoke some ants?
Can someone please explain to me the practice of smoking ants? [more inside]
posted by god particle at 5:46 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by god particle at 5:46 PM PST - 9 comments
Why are booby traps bad?
What are the legal rules about booby traps? Are electrified security fences legal? Would sufficient labeling permit a nonlethal booby trap? [more inside]
Buying ink and toner - best place?
What is your favorite place to buy toner and ink cartridges either online or in person? [more inside]
What level of education/training is typical of suburban and small town police officers in the US?
What level of education/training is typical of suburban and small town police officers in the US?
No good punks
80's movies featuring really lame punk gangs? [more inside]
posted by ReiToei at 4:49 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by ReiToei at 4:49 PM PST - 33 comments
Creating/editing Yamaha midi files?
Creating/editing Yamaha midi files? [more inside]
Oh my God shoes.
What are the most essential women’s shoes? [more inside]
I keep on falling, in and ooout of love...with you
How to password protect and page count a printer
Network a printer and password protect and page count the prints. [more inside]
posted by DJWeezy at 4:15 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by DJWeezy at 4:15 PM PST - 5 comments
Just messin' with the kid.
Help a man persue education
I need a very specific type of self help... [more inside]
What Pen scanner should I buy?
I'm thinking of purchasing a pen scanner to use for my research. The Irispen, C Pen, and Quicklink lines seem to be the most commonly used. Can anyone advise me on which one to buy? [more inside]
Help me choose a driving school in Vancouver
So I've made it to 29 without learning how to drive. I'm in British Columbia, Canada, which has a multi-stage licensing process. I've got my learner's, but no car to learn/practice with before taking the road test for my "N". Help me choose a driving school! [more inside]
Help a hick drive out of the sticks.
What are your best tips and techniques for driving in a big city? [more inside]
posted by barchan at 3:01 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by barchan at 3:01 PM PST - 52 comments
Now you're scanning with... well, with what?
What software might a large Canadian IP and tech law firm use for scanning documents and records management? [more inside]
posted by onshi at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by onshi at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Work your Excel Wizardry
Calling Excel wizards: Splitting groceries in Excel between 3 people [more inside]
Turn off translucent dragging in Flash CS3 on OS X
Flash CS3 IDE on OS X: Is there a way to turn off the "panels/windows become translucent when you drag them" option? [more inside]
How to best choose an international cell phone for short term (2 month) use?
International cell phone question: I'm going to Kazakhstan (no Borat jokes, please) for a couple of months and need some advice on staying in touch in a cost-effective manner and with a non-Kazakhstan cell phone number. [more inside]
Digital piano < 88 keys?
Have you ever seen a portable digital piano - not merely a controller - with graded hammer action but fewer than 88 keys? Some of the big music stores have told me that they don't know of any. (Counter-examples: The Studiologic VMK-161 Plus is a controller with 61-key hammer action, but it has no internal sounds. The Yamaha YPG-225/DGX-220 is a 76-key piano/synth but apparently doesn't have hammer action.) Thanks.
Where are the best Manhattan doggie kennels?
Advice on the best doggie kennel/boarding in Manhattan [more inside]
Round rail fence repair
Wooden fence repair question: I have a wooden round rail fence kind of like this,
but with only two horizontal rows. One of the horizontal rails in the middle of the fence needs replacement. Is there some kind of magic trick for this, or do I just cut and hammer and crowbar until it pops in?
posted by Area Control at 12:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Area Control at 12:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Peer/professional development programs, you, and hopefully me
My GF is searching for information on Peer Development programs in Graduate school, with an emphasis on Professional and community development. If you attended Graduate school of any flavor, perhaps you could help me make her day a little easier. [more inside]
I [heart] ham?
Why do ham/amateur radio operators so often have their call signs on their license plates (or license plate frames)? [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 12:50 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 12:50 PM PST - 28 comments
Welcome to hell, here's your accordion.
Moldyinstrumentfilter: How can I save an accordion from near-certain death? [more inside]
posted by otolith at 12:45 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by otolith at 12:45 PM PST - 5 comments
A sweep is as lucky as lucky can be.
Varied estimates on the necessary steps to convert from oil heat to gas heat. How do I figure out who's right and who might be trying to cheap out? [more inside]
posted by mkb at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mkb at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
Contracts Help You Get It Right - But I Want to Get the Contract Right!
I need to write a simple, simple contract between myself and a freelance artist. [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Medieval Maven at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
No green eggs or ham! I just want the book!
Absolutely beautiful baby book. I remember little as I only saw it briefly but one page had a grid of colour swatches all about the size of my pinky nail and was titled (words to the effect of) - My eyes were this colour when I was first born.
It was pretty special... Anybody know what I'm talking about?? It's burned into my brain and I have nowhere to begin! o_O :)
How can a local business just starting out effectively advertise?
My wife recently took her home-based and internet-based candle/incense/etc business into the bricks-and-mortar stage. We have a good idea on what to do for internet advertising, but need suggestions for effective local business promotion. [more inside]
posted by ShawnStruck at 11:59 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by ShawnStruck at 11:59 AM PST - 13 comments
Oh, please help Me(fi)!
So I thought I knew computers... but this network is killing me. I can connect, full strength, etc. But I can't actually connect to the internet. My IP is 192.168.10.32. Using an 850G (motorola) WAP, Cox SurfBoard modem. Other computers (this one, which is 192.168.10.28, connect fine, it seems. [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 11:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by tmcw at 11:57 AM PST - 13 comments
How to make Google and Microsoft like me again?
Why have Google and Microsoft shunned my web site? And why does Google's sitemap control panel think my robots.txt file is unreachable? [more inside]
Where's the Fire? Using Open Ports
PortFilter: What to do with open Firewire ports. [more inside]
Hey man, is that a crowbar in your pocket or are you just glad to see me?
I'm Sikh, I'm going to SF, I'm (irrationally) scared... [more inside]
The Pre-Emptive Break-Up
Why is my girlfriend so irritated at me over the past week? Should I pre-emptively break up with her? [more inside]
Why did my friend temporarily lose his mind?
MushroomsFilter: What causes a person to "lose their mind" temporarily on magic mushrooms? [more inside]
Insurance for pre-existing conditions
I'm young and currently healthy, but I've had a lot of health problems in the last year. When I quit my job at the end of the year, will I be able to get insurance? [more inside]
Columns vertically uneven in Indesign
Typographers of the world, help me! How does one get lines of type to line up precisely in a two-column format? [more inside]
posted by deadcowdan at 11:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by deadcowdan at 11:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Topics for a Talk on Business Blogging
I've been asked to give a talk on business blogging for a local group. What kinds of topics should I address? [more inside]
posted by friarjohn at 11:14 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by friarjohn at 11:14 AM PST - 3 comments
MMM, freshly washed hair scent
I'm looking for a hair fragrance. Someting to spray in your hair to keep it smelling freshly-washed between washings. There should be no alchohol in it to dry out the hair- Bonus if it has a moisturizing effect though! I remember Bath & Body works carrying something similar, but it had too much alchohol in it for my liking and it didn't soften my hair. Know of anything along these lines?
Calling all object conservators in the house!
GoingBackToSchoolFilter: does anyone have experience in being a conservator? In getting a degree in object conservation? [more inside]
Ear + Ring = Earring?
Does anyone wear jewelry in this part of the ear? [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 10:41 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by hermitosis at 10:41 AM PST - 19 comments
unable to perform thy terms too hard
I really really dislike doing things. This goes all the way ad absurdum in that I actually would rather freeze into nothingness than deal with college, work, chores, and so on. [more inside]
posted by raisons de coeur at 10:41 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by raisons de coeur at 10:41 AM PST - 22 comments
Are there any really interesting web sites that discuss the video game Neverwinter Nights?
Are there any really interesting web sites that discuss the video game Neverwinter Nights? (Ideally, Neverwinter Nights 2.) [more inside]
Image posted on MeFi
Someone posted an image on MeFi a few years(?) ago (in a thread) that was a parody of patriotic images, like an American eagle, US flag, movie stars, popular culture, and tons of other stuff all mixed together that left one wondering what the message was. Sorry I can't be more specific but it was very funny, does anyone remember?
posted by stbalbach at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by stbalbach at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
Bipolar husband has walked out on a friend of ours. What now?
What are the next steps for a wife who's husband has just walked out? Not-so-delicious twist: husband is mentally ill and probably going to worsen. [more inside]
posted by jquinby at 9:47 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by jquinby at 9:47 AM PST - 20 comments
How to make non-anamorphic DVDs 16x9 enhanced?
An easy way to turn widescreen DVDs anamorphic? [more inside]
How can I prepare for an interview for a K-6 music teacher job
Tomorrow I have an interview for a Kingdergarten through 6th grade music teacher job. I would appreciate any insight that music teachers, principals or parents could give me about preparing for this interview especially if you've ever been in a music teacher interview.
What's good for a welcome to grad school/California gift bag?
What should go in a welcome to grad school/welcome to California gift bag? [more inside]
Cheap Site for a Spring Student Conference
I need a cheap, semi-professional place to hold a week-long conference for college students in late March or early April 2008. We usually hold them over the summer on college campuses and stay in the dorms, but since this one is during the school year, students are living in the dorms, so I can't find a college willing to rent us space. The conference is for about 70 people. Help! [more inside]
posted by Amy Phillips at 9:35 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Amy Phillips at 9:35 AM PST - 10 comments
Stumped In Seattle
I'm looking for something romantic or at least fun to do tonight with my girlfriend. Inexpensive is good. We're both 32 and living together in Seattle. [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath at 9:28 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by scaryblackdeath at 9:28 AM PST - 14 comments
Cellphone for CEO
What Verizon cell phone should I choose for my non-techie, but curious CEO? [more inside]
Digicam that can withstand super loud audio during vid captures?
GadgetyLiveAudioRecordingFilter: What brand of inconspicuous small digital camera - if such a thing exists - regardless of price, does anyone recommend which can not only capture video well, but also has a mic that can take reasonably good recordings at deafeningly loud rock shows without a ton of distortion? [more inside]
Should I start shopping for a lot hats?
[SeizureMedication&HairFilter] Ok, so my doc is gradually switching me from one medicine while still taking the other and I'm losing lots and lots (and lots) of what were once flowy, thick tresses. What happens when I totally switch to the new medicine and give up the old? Are there vitamins/conditioners/half-crazy ideas to keep my hair thick? [more inside]
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 8:48 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 8:48 AM PST - 10 comments
How do I print a booklet from raw image files?
Do you know of a (Windows or Linux) program to print a comic/booklet from JPG files? [more inside]
posted by splice at 8:38 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by splice at 8:38 AM PST - 12 comments
How do I get the skills to build websites?
I am interested in gaining the skills needed to build great looking websites, so I could eventually design them on a freelance basis, and on a more short-term basis, incorporate them into my grad school work (I am about to start an MA in Communications/Cultural studies, hopefully focusing on media ownership and the emergence of new media) and professional work eventually. My academic background is in social sciences and visual arts (drawing). [more inside]
Chai Tea fix
I need tips for making chai at home [more inside]
Software Documentation
I am a technical writer looking to improve my company's software manuals. I want to stay up to date with the latest technology documentation trends. Please leave comments on what you think some of the best manuals are for different software products and why.
Basically, if you’ve ever read a software user manual and thought, “Wow! That was surprisingly easy to read…or helpful…or well organized…etc., then that is what we are looking for.
Is there a science of strings?
How and why cables/strings/hoses/lines/cords etc. become entangled? Is there any scientific explanation of the process and more generally a science studying the physical/topological properties and behaviour of string materials? [more inside]
posted by elgilito at 8:09 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by elgilito at 8:09 AM PST - 6 comments
Oooh, ooh, you look just like Mumy Holly.
I need help coming up with stage names for a horror/surf-themed band I'm in. [more inside]
New car - cleaning & waxing advice.
I just bought a new 07 Accord and I want to clean and wax the car myself. In the past I have done the automatic car was thing. What type of wax? Should I buy a buffer? How often do I need to do this? [more inside]
posted by rdurbin at 7:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by rdurbin at 7:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Compensaton for new job turns out to be 50% undervalued. Now what?
What do you do when you learn that the job you were just hired for (three months ago) is significantly undervalued? [more inside]
posted by Tommy Gnosis at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Tommy Gnosis at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Need a good short quote in 42 characters
I want a quote to go on my phone case. 2 lines. 21 characters per line. Preferable inspirational, possibly latin. [more inside]
posted by filmgeek at 6:50 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by filmgeek at 6:50 AM PST - 22 comments
Looking for a family law attorney
Can anyone recommend an attorney in the Boston, MA area who specializes in family law (specifically involving parental visitation rights) and preferably offering a free consultation? I've looked through many directories, but my inherent distrust of lawyers seems to be getting in the way.
Ayuda me, por favor!
What are some Spanish-language idioms or expressions for "Goodbye" (or similar) to put on a going-away cake? [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 at 6:42 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by sprocket87 at 6:42 AM PST - 17 comments
need computer to live
I need to get a laptop. Two constraints: I can spend probably no more than 900$ US, although I'm ever so slightly flexible about that, and I'm probably going to end up buying it in Kampala, Uganda. [more inside]
How do i fit a mixture model?
StatisticsFilter: What is the easiest way to estimate parameters of a mixture model consisting of two normal distributions? [more inside]
posted by ilike at 4:17 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ilike at 4:17 AM PST - 7 comments
La cosa nostra
HelpMeFindThisSongFilter: while in Italy I heard an Italian song that was a bit rap-ish, in the sense that the performers were more or less talking to the music. The only part of the lyrics I could discern was "La cosa nostra, la cosa nostra, la cosa nostra". I asked the lady behind the bar what it was and she couldn't tell me, but vaguely seemed to remember it was by & . Something like Paolo and Frederico, although most likely not those names. Help?
posted by Skyanth at 4:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Skyanth at 4:09 AM PST - 8 comments
Zappos.com is giving me a headache
I'm looking for a shoe like a Camper that will actually fit my feet. [more inside]
posted by mpls2 at 2:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mpls2 at 2:15 AM PST - 6 comments
August 26
Wireless Network Help Please!!!!!
Wireless Help!! I just moved into a new apartment and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to configure my WINXP PC desktop so that it will pick up my wireless network. I have a airport extreme base station upstairs broadcasting an internet connection. My ibook and pc laptop have no problem connecting wirelessly. I'm trying to pick up the signal with a D-Link DWL-810+ connected to the desktop with an ethernet cable. The desktop will connect to the D-Link but not to the internet. What can I do??
Driving sucks
Car accident while driving for work, any chance of getting my deductible paid back? [more inside]
leave Wayfaring for what?
Help me find a Google Maps mashup to replace Wayfaring (for personal use). [more inside]
posted by intermod at 10:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by intermod at 10:00 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me recover a file from my expired iDisk!
Help me recover a file from my expired iDisk! [more inside]
Jeep hesitates soon after starting
I just bought a '98 Jeep Cherokee. It runs great except commonly within 5 minutes of driving it hesitates during acceleration, sometimes accompanied by a popping sound under the hood. After it recovers it drives fine. [more inside]
posted by chadparker at 8:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by chadparker at 8:51 PM PST - 8 comments
Finding other mobile warriors to co-work with?
Where can I find consultants/freelancers or other people who like to work in wireless cafés to be "co-workers" with? [more inside]
posted by lastobelus at 8:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by lastobelus at 8:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Clouds?
I've just really discovered digital photography, and for landscapes I would like to know how I might get forecasts of types of clouds in my area (like cirrus, cumulus, etc.) Every now and then, I see a reference in the average weather forecast, but it would be kinda nice to know daily. (Particularly about the places I prefer to take pictures, that is, Maine and Venice, Italy.) Any ideas/suggestions? Thanks!!
Help me find tools to organize and run an online pnp RPG game.
I am interested in setting up a D&D game with old friends using the magic of the internet, what tools do I need? [more inside]
posted by absalom at 8:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by absalom at 8:09 PM PST - 7 comments
Which car to get?
Which used car to buy: Infiniti I30 or Mazda 626? [more inside]
Where does a gay Minneapolitan look for a LTR?
Advice for a gay man looking for long-term-relationship oriented prospects in the Minneapolis Metro area. [more inside]
I think the "V" and "||" *might* be Roman numerals...?
open source, real-time, video streaming?
What options are there for a real-time, open source, video streaming (ogg Theora?) codec/platform/service? I have heard of Flumotion but was wondering if there are others like it in the US or Asia.
posted by gen at 7:17 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by gen at 7:17 PM PST - 3 comments
Give me the (custom-made) boot
Where are the makers of custom-made, high-heel fetishy boots? [more inside]
How many calories can you eat in a day?
What's the maximum number of calories a human can digest in a day? [more inside]
posted by christonabike at 6:53 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by christonabike at 6:53 PM PST - 17 comments
How to detect sneaky installs on a Mac
Is there any way for me to tell if someone has installed software on my Macbook, like a keyboard logger, without my knowledge? I'm a bit of a Mac newbie, and I'm pretty sure my roomie is looking at my email to see if I've been corresponding with his ex-girlfriend (which I have NOT been doing, for what it's worth).
Gracefully bowing out in a small, small world
It's easy to find information about acing an interview, but how to gracefully bow out if during that process you determine it isn't a great fit? [more inside]
East Germany after the wall fell?
What was East Germany like immediately after the Wall fell? (Lives of Others spoiler alert) [more inside]
Hivemind, I need your schedule-fu
Two-parter for the hard-core Blackberry Guru (BB Pearl 8100):
Part the first--Sync-utopia; Part the second--sync-nirvana. There is, of course [more inside]
I swear it's for comedy not piracy
How would I add a subtitle file to a dvd? [more inside]
Now you're not cooking with gas!
How to cook on electric stove? [more inside]
What's the protocol for starting a culinary stage?
The first of many food career related questions I'll be asking: What's the protocol for a young, unproven would-be to find himself a stage? [more inside]
How best to store homemade muffins?
How can I best store homemade blueberry muffins so that they'll last up to six days? [more inside]
What is a good "art cheer" for a K-6 art teacher's classroom?
What is a good "art cheer" for a K-6 art teacher's classroom? [more inside]
RSS2Email Headaches
RSS2EmailFilter: Help me get individual RSS posts into my Gmail inbox. [more inside]
posted by B(oYo)BIES at 4:47 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by B(oYo)BIES at 4:47 PM PST - 8 comments
Designing a restless heart tattoo
Trying to design a tattoo symbolizing a restless heart for my forearm, preferably one that will be only black (or contain just a small amount of color). Hit me with ideas, hive mind.
posted by Roman Graves at 3:42 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Roman Graves at 3:42 PM PST - 13 comments
Weekly Rentals in Santa Fe, NM
RentalFilter: Three couples looking for a house to rent in Santa Fe, NM, late July or early August, 2008. Preferably away from the plaza would be better. Two of us stayed at 10,000 Waves a few years ago and loved it, but that's too pricey for 6 people. Any recommendations beyond vrbo.com?
VPN and the Net: I want them both at the same time!
VPN/Airport Express Filter: Here's my sad problem: I have Verizon Fiber Optics. Their modem is connected to my Apple Express via Ethernet. When I successfully connect to my office network via VPN I can no longer connect to the rest of the Internet. When I disconnect VPN I can immediately reconnect to the Internet... [more inside]
How to stop neighbors second hand smoke?
I'm at my ropes end, it's been a year since the new neighbors have moved in and the smoking problem is driving me out of my house. The neighbors are a family living next to me in an apartment, we half share a balcony (that is the condo designed these balconies to be half open to the next apartment with a full vertical partition that extends to the middle of the balcony and a horizontal one that goes the remainder about 2 feet from the floor). Here are the problems: [more inside]
posted by Melqart at 3:16 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by Melqart at 3:16 PM PST - 40 comments
Finding size B5 notebooks in America
Where to find B5 notebooks (preferably in the DC area)? [more inside]
posted by puffin at 3:14 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by puffin at 3:14 PM PST - 7 comments
No Country For Old Men
In this new red band trailer for No Country For Old Men, what is Javier Bardem using to kill people?
posted by andywolf at 2:37 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by andywolf at 2:37 PM PST - 23 comments
Pano Equipment: Quality, Speed or Possibly Both?
Help me build a new Immersive photography rig that won't break the bank. [more inside]
How did movie titles used to work?
Before the advent of computer generated graphics, how were elaborate opening titles and scrolling movie credits created for films? [more inside]
posted by punkfloyd at 2:00 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by punkfloyd at 2:00 PM PST - 10 comments
Local display of webcam video in realtime, low-latency?
Looking for software to project realtime video from a webcam with as little latency (delay) as possible. No web streaming, just projecting closeup video of a guitar fretboard to a lecture hall filled with students. [more inside]
can i get a little privacy here?
What are a tenant's legal rights in Washington state? [more inside]
posted by vitrum at 1:33 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by vitrum at 1:33 PM PST - 5 comments
Movement between credit card and home equity loan
Does this make sense? I'd like to use a credit card "convenience check" that is offering 1.99% APR for 12 months to pay down some of our home equity loan that is hovering at 8.25%. [more inside]
Where to find kese?
Does anyone know where I can purchase a kese (some examples here) in person in the Boston or NYC areas, or online? [more inside]
Hangover question--why the "fuzzy" feeling?
Hangover question--why the "fuzzy" feeling? [more inside]
Science-Challenged
I dropped my science classes in grade 10, one of the major stupid decisions in my educational career. Now I want to catch up on my science knowledge. What's the least expensive way for me to catch up, either over the internet or through local classes? (I live in Toronto).
posted by pcameron at 12:41 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by pcameron at 12:41 PM PST - 24 comments
Toenail remnant
A couple of months ago my big toenail went black after a run. Maybe 10-15 days ago it came loose, but only on one side. Since the other side was still anchored I cut off the flapping half. Nothing's happened since then. Please advise. [more inside]
posted by BigSky at 12:23 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by BigSky at 12:23 PM PST - 20 comments
Need a new laptop
Another what-kind-of-laptop-should-I-get question. [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 12:22 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by greta simone at 12:22 PM PST - 16 comments
What are those model heads called?
i want to buy one of those heads made out of pottery that show different bits of the brain; i can't for the life of me find out what they're called, but you see them on telly in doctor's surgeries and they look mighty fine. anyone got any ideas what they're called, despite my rather lame description?
posted by CliveDallas at 12:21 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by CliveDallas at 12:21 PM PST - 8 comments
Give me your best advice for biking in a skirt.
Give me your best advice for biking in a skirt. [more inside]
posted by Riverine at 11:45 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Riverine at 11:45 AM PST - 17 comments
What do the cool kids in the South Bay?
What's the most fun way to spend a Saturday in or around San Mateo, CA? [more inside]
A quiet computer is a joy forever
Shut my computer up...what's the best way to stop making my computer's fans work so hard. [more inside]
What are some ways that actually work to reduce cigarette smells in an apartment hallway?
Looking for suggestions and experience with doing cigarette smoke stink abatement for the small common area of a two family house. [more inside]
How do I change careers from being a Mechanical Engineer?
How hard do you think it would be for a Mechanical Engineer to change careers to MRI technician or Radiological Technician? [more inside]
Better living through alcohol(ism?)
So I like to drink, drinking makes me happy. I've seriously upped my alcohol intake in the last three months and have been the happiest I've been in years, however I'm worried about problems down the road with addiction and my general health, so at what point do I need to worry? [more inside]
Joe Pass Transcription
Where can I find a transcription of Take Love Easy by Joe Pass and Ella Fitzgerald? [more inside]
Venice, Italy map for Pocket Streets 2002
Where can I find a map of Venice, Italy in Microsoft Pocket Streets 2002 format (.mps)? It's for a Dell Axim X50V (not smartphone, no GPS).
Shopping for good karma
Can anyone suggest websites/producers/organizations that will allow me to make buy things (food, gift, etc) in an ethical way? [more inside]
I like you, but not, like, LIKE like you.
Meeting and making friends from online dating sites? [more inside]
What is life as a PM like at Microsoft?
What is life as a PM like at Microsoft? [more inside]
I'm having a recurring problem backing up my mac.
I'm having a recurring problem backing up my mac. One specific file seems to be causing the problem, but I can't find it anywhere on my mac. Help? [more inside]
Why isn't my cat hungry?
What could have caused my cat's sudden lack of appetite? [more inside]
How can I stop someone stealing fuel from my car?
How can I stop someone stealing fuel from my car? [more inside]
posted by blacksky at 4:35 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by blacksky at 4:35 AM PST - 26 comments
Shrinking and JPG'ing images to a certain FILE size?
Wondering if there's a Mac OS X program that I could drop an image file on and tell it "Make me a 'best quality' JPEG out of this that winds up being no more than 10 mb in size". [more inside]
posted by blueberry at 4:22 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by blueberry at 4:22 AM PST - 13 comments
OS X software for Garmin Forerunner?
Is there any good, preferably free, OS X software for the Garmin Forerunner? [more inside]
posted by jedro at 2:09 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jedro at 2:09 AM PST - 3 comments
Wall painting effect
How would one paint a wall with this effect. [more inside]
posted by Mitheral at 2:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mitheral at 2:03 AM PST - 7 comments
A shady company seems to be squatting on a bunch of .name domains. What can I do about it?
.namefilter: A shady company seems to be squatting on a bunch of .name domains. What can I do about it? [more inside]
Cologne picking tips
Cologne picking advice: it can't be as simple as "just pick what your like" or "bring a girl with you and buy what she likes"... can it?
posted by joshuaconner at 12:33 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by joshuaconner at 12:33 AM PST - 31 comments
August 25
Profession Matrix
I want to map out every possible profession / career. How would I start? [more inside]
Medical Journal Advertising; need recs for someone to design our ad!
Medical Journal Advertising: need recommendations on firms or independant designers to create our advertisment. [more inside]
inept male relating to female
How do I ask out a girl I go to school with? [more inside]
I want to join a cycling group in San Francisco
Can the hive mind recommend a good road cycling group in San Francisco? I'm looking for a recreational (but serious) cycling group that has sociable members preferably in their mid 20s to early 30s.
Got faith?
I haven't dated anyone in several years now (I'm 35) because I have absolutely no faith that a relationship will work out - in fact to the contrary, I'm quite convinced that it will cause me nothing but pain. This lack of faith is inherent in other aspects of my life - work, personal time etc: I just don't do things because I visualize either pain or failure with great ease, and find it almost impossible to visualize success. How do I go about building faith in my endeavors? [more inside]
Help me find this movie about an ambulance driver on meth!!!
Movie Filter: An ambulance driver, his friend, some meth and/or other drugs. An crusty old guy who is also into drugs and at a nursing home(?). Please help me remember this one! [more inside]
posted by krisptoria at 8:16 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by krisptoria at 8:16 PM PST - 11 comments
Advice/tips/resource for a PHP programmer to pick up on ASP.NET/C#?
Advice/tips/resource for a PHP programmer to pick up on ASP.NET/C#?
Age formulas in MS Excel
I need to put some test score data into Excel that works with children's ages in years and months. [more inside]
Jumpy slow mouse pointer in one screen
Jumpy mouse in one screen. My mouse pointer does not refresh fast enough in one screen but is fine in second screen. [more inside]
posted by rainy at 7:24 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rainy at 7:24 PM PST - 7 comments
VLC command line to autoplay a dvd?
VLC Player Filter - I would like to know if there is a command line that I can put in my VLC player shortcut to autoplay dvds without menus. [more inside]
posted by allthewhile at 6:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by allthewhile at 6:59 PM PST - 3 comments
Ways to keep being the rock for my family?
I just had a baby, and I'm looking for ways to keep being the "strong one." [more inside]
Help my MacBook play sound for my online university course please
Emergency Mac Help Needed! I have a MacBook and I am taking an online class. The class starts tomorrow but I can't hear any sound.
If anyone has a bit of time to help me on this, I'd reeeeeeeally appreciate it. [more inside]
Making a key from scanned image or xerox
Is there a way to find a locksmith (in particular in NYC) who'd make a key from, say, a scanned image (kind of like here: http://www.kvoa.com/Global/story.asp?S=3525896) -- for when you just need it faster than Fedexing the key...
What do you know about snaking a main line? Get back in the kitchen.
Riffing on a previous question, how do you deal with men who refer to you as 'Young Lady'? [more inside]
Custom vinyl decals online?
Where can I go online for custom vinyl decals? [more inside]
So what's it LIKE to be a female blank?
Are you a female in a profession where females are rare enough that people ask you what it's "like" to be a female whatever-you-are (or just meet you with surprise because of your sex)? If so, what responses do you give to those people, and do they depend on context (stranger at a party, interviewer, etc.)?
Should I buy a new motherboard?
Should I buy a new motherboard for my HP Pavillion Desktop? [more inside]
posted by Biblio at 3:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Biblio at 3:01 PM PST - 11 comments
Need to know what font to use.
How can I move my desktop computer across the Atlantic?
How can I move my desktop computer across the Atlantic? [more inside]
Where to spend Rosh Hashanah in London?
A young professional Jewish woman of my acquaintance is moving to London for about a year and would love to find some community that might be welcoming to a stranger for the holidays.
Suggestions as to places to meet (reform preferred) Jews, websites, etc. would be welcome.
Why does Address Book pop in unexpectedly?
Addressbook seems to be launching for no reason- Virus? [more inside]
Ex can’t let go after 5 years
How do I get a creepy ex to leave me alone? [more inside]
posted by Nematoda at 1:29 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by Nematoda at 1:29 PM PST - 44 comments
Did somebody in the 90's run a 'Revolutionary' background images site claiming to be the reanimated JFK?
I remember (Late 90's) a Linux-oriented background image site that had a back story claiming that the cryogenically preserved J.F.K. was leading them in some sort of Linux Desktop Revolution. Did I hallucinate this? [more inside]
posted by Orb2069 at 1:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Orb2069 at 1:29 PM PST - 2 comments
Why do some Japanese TV shows use difficult English phrases instead of Japanese ones?
How is the English language regarded in Japanese culture? [more inside]
posted by ibmcginty at 1:16 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ibmcginty at 1:16 PM PST - 16 comments
And they call it...
NewDogFilter: We just got a new puggle about a week ago. 9 months old. He's the greatest. However... [more inside]
How can I consolidate multiple playlists on one CD in iTunes?
iTunesFilter: I have two playlists with ~21 songs. iTunes burns what it can fit onto CD #1, then I insert another blank CD. It burns the rest of the songs on playlist #1. Now I want to start on playlist #2 - but it won't burn the songs to the same CD. It insists on a blank CD. Is there anything I can do to avoid having multiple CDs with only 3 or 4 songs on them? [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 1:09 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by desjardins at 1:09 PM PST - 4 comments
And as the twenty third inning ended, they watched the sun rise over the left field wall...
I was at 8/24's epically late night Tigers/Yankees game, ending around 3:30 am, and am wondering where it ranks among the latest finishes of any professional sporting event. Has any game ever run later? I can't seem to find a list of late night finishes, baseball specific or otherwise - does one exist?
posted by boombot at 12:55 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by boombot at 12:55 PM PST - 15 comments
Who are these guys?
Who are these characters from 80's Japanese culture? [more inside]
posted by BeerFilter at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by BeerFilter at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Modern WW2 style clothing designer
Looking for a UK clothing designer's website I saw a few years ago. As well as making tweed jackets and other garments, they had another "arm" of the business that specialised in vintage looking, quirky, World War 2 era replica work clothing that was trendy and quite pricey rather than historically accurate, as well as vintage kitchen and garden tools. [more inside]
posted by fire&wings at 12:11 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by fire&wings at 12:11 PM PST - 8 comments
making shirts from sarongs
How much fabric/yardage is necessary to make a man's shirt? details [more inside]
Law school, really?
I would like to know more about law school and being a lawyer. [more inside]
posted by 517 at 11:44 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by 517 at 11:44 AM PST - 23 comments
How many people die each year waiting for kidney transplants?
How many people die each year waiting for kidney transplants? [more inside]
posted by JamesJD at 11:23 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by JamesJD at 11:23 AM PST - 5 comments
Must have Windows apps for Macbook user.
I just installed Parallels on my Macbook for a 15 day trial. Before I decide to shell out at the end of the trial period, can anyone suggest any "must have" windows apps (must have as in there is no os x comparator) that make it worthwhile?
Best ukulele for the price?
where to go in sfo
Spending the weekend in San Francisco. I have a rental car all day tomorrow for a lunch meeting in San Rafael. Suggest where to go after the meeting to take advantage of having a car in the city & being a tourist. [more inside]
posted by donguanella at 9:58 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by donguanella at 9:58 AM PST - 8 comments
How can I forget an extremely disturbing and nightmarish hallucination/dream that I had, or at least stop being afraid of it?
How can I forget an extremely disturbing and nightmarish hallucination/dream that I had, or at least stop being afraid of it? [more inside]
What is a good, web 2.0, alternative to Evite?
What is a good, web 2.0, alternative to Evite? Preferably one that doesn't require invitees to register in order to RSVP... [more inside]
How can I get my Macbook to stop disconnecting from the Internet?
Why does my Macbook keep losing it's wifi connection? [more inside]
Help Grokking Controllers (It's not as gross as it sounds.)
Looking for guidelines, principles, etc. for grokking the decision process for splitting up a Ruby on Rails application into controllers. [more inside]
Japanese Canada Dry in the US?
Is there anywhere I can buy Japanese Canada Dry in the United States? Or, ideally, in the SF Bay Area?
How to display my parents history?
Want to display some items from my parent's past. What is the best way? [more inside]
I'm not shy! Am I?
Help me be more outgoing in class. [more inside]
Give me back my identity!
Identity Theft Filter: How do I convince debt collectors of my innocence concerning an outstanding debt in my name (that isn't mine)? [more inside]
Downloadable mp3 DJ Sets Legal?
I've recently launched a website featuring weekly hour-long, downloadable "dj sets" - a few other obscure music fans and myself will mix together an hour of music and then offer the hour-long, mixed mp3 for free download on the site. I'm not selling advertising on the site, nor am I making any money off of it. Is this legal?
How can I access public records?
When I'm looking for information on an old friend or doing a reverse phone lookup, it seems that the only places that have the information are sites like Intelius or US Search. Of course, we have to pay for the 'public records'. I'd like to know if it's possible to access these public records in another way without paying for them? It seems logical, but I haven't found an easy way to locate the information.
Thanks!
posted by mcarthey at 6:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mcarthey at 6:50 AM PST - 6 comments
Joint pain: what can I do to make it better?
What is this joint pain, and what can I do to alleviate it? [more inside]
posted by man on the run at 6:04 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by man on the run at 6:04 AM PST - 10 comments
How to deodorize a second-hand book?
How to deodorize a smelly second-hand book? [more inside]
The Dangerous Book for Non-Boys
I've read "The Dangerous Book for Boys" and I generally love those kind of books (information about anything with guides on doing stuff). What other books are out there that are in a similar vein? I'm a 21-year-old girl but would rather not have a "girly" book.
Appliance bargains in Melbourne
Melburnians! Where is the best place to get a good deal on appliances like fridges, washing machines, and dishwashers? I'm having no trouble finding places through Google but I could really use some local knowledge (Melbourne, Australia).
Navel wars
Why was showing an exposed female navel considered so taboo in Hollywood films and television shows (and I suppose in culture-in-general), especially in light that cleavage was allowed? [more inside]
Classically Influenced Metal Song?
I'm looking for metal songs with clear classical influences. [more inside]
Where in Melbourne can I hire projectors?
From where in Melbourne, Australia can I borrow projectors (+ screens) for one night?
What kind of secret could this be?
What is something that you would feel comfortable telling your spouse/partner... but wouldn't want them to know, is not a good or bad thing, and won't change your relationship? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 12:03 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by anonymous at 12:03 AM PST - 40 comments
August 24
Help me un-corrupt my corrupted images.
Can you suggest a free image recovery software for corrupted images? Bonus question: is my flash card boned? [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet at 10:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by flibbertigibbet at 10:50 PM PST - 11 comments
avogadro's number (except not)
I have a doctor's appointment to get a mole looked at. What can I expect? [more inside]
How do you calculate the burden a bit of PHP is likely to put on the server?
How do you calculate the burden a bit of code is likely to put on the server? Extra points for free and easily understood. [more inside]
posted by Tuwa at 10:06 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Tuwa at 10:06 PM PST - 14 comments
Taking Stock of My Options
Can anyone recommend a good study/review guide for the math-related aspects of the Series 7 (General Securities Representative) Exam? [more inside]
posted by Poolio at 9:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Poolio at 9:45 PM PST - 6 comments
Trajectory of Bullets
would the trajecetory (twist) of a bullet shot from a handgun (Luger) change if the gun was
shot in the right hand of the shooter versus the left hand of the shooter assuming everything else remained exactly the same? [more inside]
posted by Lylo at 9:09 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Lylo at 9:09 PM PST - 22 comments
hookah
What are the chances of contracting an STD from using a hookah (without a mouthpiece) with a group of people?
Name that Tune
I keep seeing a music video on MTV Europe in which two people are walking along and cartoon-like images - mostly words - keep appearing and mutating on the t-shirts. What song/group is this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 at 6:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by anonymous78 at 6:56 PM PST - 4 comments
St. Louis email lists
St.LouisFilter: What e-mail lists and websites do you, as a St. Louisan or someone who lives nearby, consider essential for keeping up-to-date on local events, art, music, politics, food, etc.? [more inside]
posted by limeonaire at 6:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by limeonaire at 6:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Computer games for two on a long flight?
My wife and I are flying Boston to Sydney in the near future, and we'll have my laptop on the flight. I'm looking for some games (preferably free, or at least cheap) that I can install on the laptop, and we can both play together at the same time (more inside). [more inside]
What Flavor of Windows for My Next PC?
Should I install Vista on my next computer or stick with XP? [more inside]
I'm just a girl who can't say no
What is the origin of the name "Ado Annie" in the musical Oklahoma? [more inside]
posted by nax at 5:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by nax at 5:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Where is this hide bound clay drum from?
Can anyone identify this hide bound clay drum. Bought in an Australian charity shop if that helps.
posted by singingfish at 5:21 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by singingfish at 5:21 PM PST - 1 comment
Help me find Bowl of Fire videos Please?
Can anyone find me some videos of Andrew Bird's Bowl of Fire online? [more inside]
Who claims who as dependants?
I am having a hard time understanding the law on who can claim who as a Dependant in my situation and need some help.
(more inside) [more inside]
posted by unsurmountable at 3:43 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by unsurmountable at 3:43 PM PST - 15 comments
Why do surgeons have attitude?
The astonishing tale of lava and the Adobe noob
What's the best way to get a glowing molten lava effect in Illustrator CS3? [more inside]
ha ha= >1:00.00, <2:30:00
I need jokes that take more than one minute to tell, but no longer than two-and-a-half minutes. [more inside]
posted by exlotuseater at 3:03 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by exlotuseater at 3:03 PM PST - 27 comments
Comedyfilter: King of France swearing sketch?
Am I insane? I remember seeing a funny sketch comedy clip and the subject was a dad at the breakfast table verbally wailing on his family members using swear words that were all The-King-of-France related -- but I can't find any reference to it. I distinctly remember Kids in the Hall members, too. [more inside]
posted by vanoakenfold at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by vanoakenfold at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
Won't somebody please think of the children?
Local secrets to family entertainment in Seattle? [more inside]
posted by Riki tiki at 2:40 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Riki tiki at 2:40 PM PST - 9 comments
Quick little ethernet splitter?
Seeking recommendations for small ethernet switch - a "splitter for travellers", maybe? [more inside]
posted by bartleby at 2:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by bartleby at 2:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Adding functionality to a static, html website?
I'd like to add a comments section to my website [more inside]
posted by JaySunSee at 2:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JaySunSee at 2:04 PM PST - 4 comments
Where can I find late 70s/80s era wrestler pictures/portraits?
Where can I find late 70s/80s era wrestler pictures/portraits? [more inside]
Help building a tire swing...
Logistics of building an indoor tire swing... [more inside]
posted by dobbs at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by dobbs at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
How much does a drawn on goatee influence value?
Where in Chicago can I have old baseball / sports cards graded for condition, and how much can I expect to pay for this service? [more inside]
Should I ask her out?
She's got a boyfriend. . .should I give it up or go full steam ahead? [more inside]
Help me identify these old cartoons
I'm trying to identify two clips shown in the Disney video DTV Pop and Rock (from 1984 I think). The first one is a '50s style cartoon shown during the segment for "At the Hop" by Danny and the Juniors. The clip shows a bunch of kids in a hot rod and at a malt shop. The second clip is a black and white cartoon that has dancing skeletons. This is shown in the first video, "Dancing in the Streets" by Martha and the Vandellas. I couldn't find any information on the movie at IMDB and very little on Wikipedia. Thanks for any help.
posted by HSWilson at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by HSWilson at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
I'm burnin', I'm burnin', I'm burnin' for you
Which cook-top should I buy: the more powerful one with a sketchy repair history or the wimpier one with a nearly spotless repair history? [more inside]
Needed: the ultimate paper hanging system?
We need to install a hanging system on our conference room wall that will allow us to easily swap paper items of various sizes and thicknesses (posters, printer proofs, regular ol' paper). The space is about 4 feet wide.
Does anyone have any experience with this thing? Hangman Products Clip-it Strip
Reminds me of the strips that were installed at the top of chalkboards in grade school. It seems like they were never strong enough and teachers struggled to keep things in there.
Any other product recommendations?
posted by Typographica at 12:29 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Typographica at 12:29 PM PST - 8 comments
Really cheap US incoming telephone service.
I'm looking for very inexpensive, inbound-only telephone service. Does such a thing exist? [more inside]
posted by vilcxjo_BLANKA at 12:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by vilcxjo_BLANKA at 12:26 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me not go insane at work!
Are there any devices that I can plug my headphones into to give my complete silence so I can concentrate at work? [more inside]
First Day Advice
First day of work at new job, tips please... [more inside]
posted by trashcan at 12:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by trashcan at 12:05 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me kill my pet mosquitos, please.
How do I get rid of or repel mosquitos from my apartment? [more inside]
Phone Jack Installation
I need to have a phone jack put in for AT&T service in Chicago (Andersonville), because the previous tenants converted all the phone jacks to cable outlets. Can anyone recommend the services of a handyman, or even suggest who I would have to look up to get it done more quickly than AT&T will? [more inside]
Help me amuse my relatives!
tomorrow night I'm taking out a couple relatives who are visiting from Italy. they like the whole tourist scene, so i was thinking of taking them to some theme restaurant. [more inside]
recipe for vanilla sauce for pound cake
I'm looking for a recipe for what I think is a combination of vanilla sauce and vanilla pudding. My grandmother used to make it and would serve it poured over pound cake. It had eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. The pudding/sauce itself tasted a lot like the pudding in Kozy Shack's rice pudding but of a thinner consistency. I've found a lot of vanilla sauce recipes which seem similar except they all call for egg yolks instead of whole eggs. Does anyone know about the sauce/pudding that I'm referring to and do you happen to have a recipe for it?
Help my brother pick a laptop
Help my younger brother figure out what laptop to buy. He's finally decided to get a computer after surviving for most of his life with whatever's available at college, or now at work. He doesn't seem to be in the market for a Mac, and I've made it my business to know as little about PCs as possible. But this is family. [more inside]
Cheeseburger for breakfast, cereal for lunch
Why do we eat "breakfast foods"? When did this originate and why? [more inside]
False alarms in hard-wired smoke alarms?
What causes false Alarms in hardwired smoke detectors? [more inside]
Google Maps info window too big! MUST CONTROL!
How do I control the size of the info window on my Google Maps? [more inside]
Bachelor Party
Bachelor Party: My best man is trying to plan my bachelor party. I do not want to do the typical Vegas, strippers, drink-till-you-fall-down thing. Some of the guys that will be there will want to get wild / drunk, some will not. I don't mind getting hammered, but would like to do more than just that. I thought something like an amusement park might be fun, or maybe an all-inclusive resort. We would do this over the period of three days. What are some good ideas for a bachelor party on the east coast / florida for about 10 guys? I don't want to golf. Maybe some type of adventure / adrenaline rush? How can we have fun without going to jail or feeling guilty when coming home, while at the same time letting loose and getting wild? I am not averse to going to Mexico, Montreal, or Chicago. West coast is a little too far.
Awesome bridal shower location in NY
Where can we host a bridal shower in New York City? [more inside]
No, really, I'm not resting -- we're just talking...
Tour de France: what was the deal with the guys hanging on the support vehicles while interacting with them? I mean, I can see the advantages and by and large these vehicles were at the back of the pack, but it seems like you'd be getting -some- advantage...
posted by Ogre Lawless at 9:38 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Ogre Lawless at 9:38 AM PST - 10 comments
Any ideas for renting office space? (or a small room to function as such)
I just took a programming job in Atlanta. The job is great, but I work from home and the lack of structure is killing me. I would love to have a small room somewhere to separate work from home. It could even be a cubicle as long as there is internet access. Anyone been in a similar situation?
Buy a MacBook now or wait two months.
Should I wait for Leopard or take the plunge now? Buying a MacBook. [more inside]
Does your ceiling hang low, does it wobble to and fro?
The movers put a big gouge in my living room ceiling. This is sad and annoying, but leads to a burning question: what the hell kind of ceiling do I have? [more inside]
posted by gleuschk at 8:20 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by gleuschk at 8:20 AM PST - 5 comments
Transitioning from corporate wonk to school teacher?
I have worked in human resources for 15 years (financial services and biotech industries) as a a manager/senior manager and am feeling a bit burnt on the office experience. I very much value the experience of providing counseling and training because I enjoy the process of problem solving with another person. Here's the question... I am 41 and considering going back to school, getting my teaching certificate and bailing out of corporate life. Has anyone else gone through the corporate office to school teacher transition? What was it like? What hadn't you anticipated?
Making Zelda toys for a 3-year-old
DIY fantasy toys -- I've been playing The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess on the Wii, and my 2-year-old loves to watch and play along, to the point of sticking a foam sword down the back of shirt and running around with a Nerf slingshot and fishing pole. He turns 3 in September and in addition to his "nutritional" presents, I thought I would also get/make him some fantasy-enabling stuff. What are some existing toys that do a good job of mimicking Zelda-esque accoutrements, and/or what should be avoided, and/or what's easiest to make myself? An even bigger issue is finding "safe" stuff for him to swing his sword at ... some kind of indoor/outdoor monsters that are at least a foot tall or so. I can see making something out of pillows, or lampshades, or even buying a cheap toy if it's properly durable. Any ideas?
How to copy mp3s to an iPod without a computer?
iPod dreams and hacks. I'm in a band and we'd love to give out "demos" via an iPod at shows. We're envisioning a Device that may exist, may need to be hacked together, or may be fundamentally impossible to create. [more inside]
posted by pants at 7:41 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by pants at 7:41 AM PST - 18 comments
My laptops internal wifi card keeps disconnecting
How do I stop my laptops internal Wifi card from disconnecting? [more inside]
What caused latin to be phased out in secular book printing?
In relation to printing/publishing history, I'm curious as to how and why latin was phased out in secular books. [more inside]
posted by peacay at 7:12 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by peacay at 7:12 AM PST - 19 comments
Is there anything like fun-runs, but without the running?
I liked doing fun runs and half marathons. Are there any other sports which offer similar events? Are bike races as beginner friendly? [more inside]
What does it take to listen in on a GSM phone signal?
Is it possible to listen in on a GSM cell phone conversation? Don't worry, I'm not planning anything illegal. I'm just wondering if a certain service provider's denials are on the level. [more inside]
How do male porn stars do what they do?
I understand that it's, um, hard to be a male porn star. How do they do it? [more inside]
Cure for a boyfriend induced stomachache?
I swallowed. . .now I have an upset stomach. Is there a way of getting my boyfriend to change the way he tastes? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:27 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:27 AM PST - 17 comments
Will hidden fatness hurt my love life?
I'm gay, new at dating, and kind of overweight (though not morbidly so -- say ~ 20/22% body fat), though my face doesn't show it. I'm afraid dates will like me, in part based on that deceptive face, then discover my fatness during a moment of intimacy, and be repulsed. Am I being paranoid?
A new business
Pension benefits changing, argh!
They're changing the pension benefits. Can anything be done? [more inside]
posted by Marky at 5:58 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Marky at 5:58 AM PST - 9 comments
Why are magnets not bad?
Why does holding a strong magnet up to your brain not do anything bad? [more inside]
How to build a budget gaming PC?
Help me build a really mediocre gaming PC! [more inside]
posted by Drexen at 4:40 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Drexen at 4:40 AM PST - 11 comments
How to become a therapist?
I've been working in IT all my life. I've been thinking of changing careers and the idea of becoming a therapist occurred to me. So now I'm curious: How does one train to become a therapist? What degrees and certifications would I need to accumulate on the way to becoming one? Are there evening programs in the Chicago area? Thanks for any insight!
posted by rsol44 at 4:13 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by rsol44 at 4:13 AM PST - 5 comments
Clear plastic sleeves to hang 20+ photos on the wall?
Where can I find clear plastic sleeves to hang 20+ photos on the wall? [more inside]
Interesting ties?
How to hang posters on an adobe wall?
I need a good way to put up posters in an adobe house! Any ideas? [more inside]
Where can I get dry ice in Berkeley/Oakland area?
Where can I get dry ice in Berkeley/Oakland area? [more inside]
Dad dot com
Father wants a website. I am the one to build it for him. Looking for easy ways to manage content. Already tried Wordpress, looking for alternatives. [more inside]
August 23
Group assortation, marriage and income
Marriage and group assortation -- is it really as bad as it seems? [more inside]
Oh, Mildred Lathbury! Where have you gone?
Please recommend novels whose heroines are similar to the protagonist of Excellent Women, by Barbara Pym? [more inside]
posted by thehmsbeagle at 10:44 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by thehmsbeagle at 10:44 PM PST - 16 comments
Who created this?
Who made this neat picture of an abandoned and decaying New York City?
posted by cmonkey at 9:45 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by cmonkey at 9:45 PM PST - 22 comments
Help Me, AskMe Click & Clack!
Help me diagnose my car's weird lurching problem. This is mostly for curiosity's sake, as I do plan on taking it to the mechanic tomorrow or Saturday. But I sort of want to know what I'm in for. [more inside]
posted by rossination at 9:29 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by rossination at 9:29 PM PST - 22 comments
Help my friend find a dream job that requires both Japanese and Computer Science!
What is the next step for a soon-to-be graduate of a large school in Pittsburgh, PA who has degrees in both Computer Science and Japanese? [more inside]
Color me puzzled. Very.
How do I setup color profiles on my Macbook Pro? Frighteningly long description inside. [more inside]
Who pays for a wedding?
Wedding Etiquette filter: Who pays for what in a traditional wedding? Specifically I am looking for anything to back up the claim of my future parents in law that the costs for the reception is split between the two families. [more inside]
posted by remthewanderer at 8:03 PM PST - 74 comments
posted by remthewanderer at 8:03 PM PST - 74 comments
Batch file to mount FTP server in XP?
Is it possible to write a batch file that, when launched, would mount an FTP server as a network place in XP? [more inside]
That website where that guy took a lot of drugs.
Having personally taken most mental health drugs, somebody set up a humorous and serious website to review them. Can you help me find it again? [more inside]
posted by rossmik at 7:34 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by rossmik at 7:34 PM PST - 5 comments
Apple Cinema Display + Macbook + 360
I have an old 17" Apple Cinema Display, a first generation Macbook and an Xbox 360. Explain to me as though I were a small child how I can use my ACD (if at all) 1) with my Macbook and 2) with my Xbox 360. I know that there are probably all kinds of adapters involved but I read some past threads and being not at all savvy couldn't really make heads or tails of any of it. Inside there are photos of the port on my computer and the plug on the ACD. [more inside]
posted by sneakin at 6:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by sneakin at 6:30 PM PST - 12 comments
what's the biggest gun?
What is the largest calibre artillery piece currently in service? Not historic pieces but modern.
posted by wilful at 6:15 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by wilful at 6:15 PM PST - 24 comments
How can I feel okay about lying in church?
One of my best friends asked me to be godmother to her new daughter today. I cried, she cried, I said yes (of course). I'm over the moon about it. But the god thing has got me a bit concerned and I'd like some advice... [more inside]
posted by finding.perdita at 5:50 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by finding.perdita at 5:50 PM PST - 29 comments
Name that Australian film.
Where is a good U.S. map showing the nation in 1865?
Where is a good online map depicting the U.S. as it appeared in 1865? I'm particularly interested in the topography of the Midwest and West. Thanks!
Pregnancy and lubricant question
We are trying to get pregnant.
Can people suggest lubricant which is okay to be used and does not affect pregnancy rates.
What to do about my marriage?
Today is my 16th wedding anniversary. In a week I turn 40, so I’m doing a little reflection on my life. I have two kids, one in the final year of high school, the other with two years to go. I’m halfway through a degree – I’ll be done in 18 months, and I work part time. I haven’t had sex in 4 years (and very intermittently in the previous 5) because my husband has absolutely no interest. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 4:55 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by anonymous at 4:55 PM PST - 34 comments
Down On Love.
What are some good recommendations for recent fiction/film with NO romantic entanglements? [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 4:47 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by sweetkid at 4:47 PM PST - 39 comments
Where's my flying car?
Help me pick an unusual transportation method for a short commute. [more inside]
posted by topynate at 4:02 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by topynate at 4:02 PM PST - 47 comments
Is there a widget for Yahoo! Widgets in that can embed/display a webpage?
Is there a widget for Yahoo! Widgets in that can embed/display a webpage? [more inside]
Cockroaches!!!
I moved into an apartment that is infested with cockroaches and i don't want them to follow me to my new place. [more inside]
PowerHit
Writing in textarea feels like juggling in a suit of armor.
The sluggishness of the textarea in Firefox is killing me. Have you gotten Mozex or "It's all Text" to work with OS x? [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 3:02 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mecran01 at 3:02 PM PST - 2 comments
How do I sign back up for B-School spam?
A couple years ago, I took the GMAT and thus got subscribed (to be fair, I think I opted in) to get on a bunch of schools' marketing lists. I seem to have fallen off of that list, despite the fact that right now I am starting to seriously look into MBA programs. How do I get back on the "please spam me" list for B-Schools?
How do I get my skirt replicated?
How does one go about getting a tailor to clone one's favorite item of clothing? [more inside]
posted by nursegracer at 2:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by nursegracer at 2:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Disaster Escapism?
I read and loved “In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex” by Nathaniel Philbrick. What other books should I read? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 2:19 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 2:19 PM PST - 17 comments
What are some bad weather alternatives to running?
What are some bad weather alternatives to running? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt at 2:18 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by ignignokt at 2:18 PM PST - 27 comments
I'd like my apartment to be really super cool.
In a few weeks I'll be moving into a new apartment. I have the option of painting the walls (as long as they go back to white when I move out), and I'd like to do something really cool. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by Quidam at 2:18 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Quidam at 2:18 PM PST - 18 comments
Drug Testing and Niacin
drug testing filter: does niacin really clean out all the THC in your body? What is the effect of taking large doses of niacin? [more inside]
Any cameras that charge and transfer data via mini-USB?
Are there any digital cameras that can use a standard mini-USB port for transferring data AND charging the battery? [more inside]
Searching inside docs stored on a USB drive
USB drive search: I need a Google Desktop Search-like application to index (and search inside) MS Word documents stored on a portable USB drive. The catch is that I don't have administrator rights on my work machine, so this program can't be installed on the computer itself: it has to go solely on the USB drive. Help? [more inside]
posted by gd779 at 1:15 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by gd779 at 1:15 PM PST - 3 comments
Do Yahoo or MSN offer search marketing grants to 501(c)3s?
My 501(c)3 was awarded a Google AdWords grant a couple of years ago. With the success of that program, Yahoo and MSN keep popping into conversations. Do either of them have a grant program?
What exactly is Immature Myelination?
What do you guys know about "immature myelination" in infants? I'm trying to learn more about this condition and what it means for the future of the child. Specifically what sorts of special care will likely be necessary. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by anonymous at 1:07 PM PST - 4 comments
Can you please tell me about the strengths and weaknesses of the following database: MorningStar , Value Line , Standard & Poor's , Lipper ???
Can you please tell me about the strengths and weaknesses of the following database: MorningStar , Value Line , Standard & Poor's , Lipper ? [more inside]
How do you pronounce "Eccyclema"?
How do you pronounce "Eccyclema"? Are there variations?
Feelin' hot, hot, hot...
What affects our perception of chilli heat? [more inside]
What can you tell me about raising meat goats?
Next year, I will likely purchase some meat goats for raising, breeding and eating. My plan currently is for 4-8 Boer goats, which gain weight quickly and allegedly pretty even-tempered. I'm looking for hints and tips for what I should know. [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 at 12:42 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Kickstart70 at 12:42 PM PST - 19 comments
Please help me select something that will work
I'm an absolute electronics ditz. I'm hosting a gathering in a park and someone is going to give a speech, I need a portable thingy with a microphone that he can give a speech on. [more inside]
Tell me Boulder's not that lame!
Are there really no good gay bars in Boulder, CO? [more inside]
Skinny and fast, to brawny and slow?
Classic ectomorph looking to add weightlifting to exercise routine. [more inside]
Vietnam vs. Cuba
I am an American citizen. If I want to travel to Vietnam, all I need is a valid passport and visa; if I want to travel to Cuba, I either have to sign up for a special tour, be part of some pre-approved humanitarian/scientific/educational group, or be willing to break U.S. law. I know that there are extralegal ways for U.S-ians to travel to Cuba; this is not my main question. [more inside]
posted by rtha at 12:20 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by rtha at 12:20 PM PST - 17 comments
Mac or Firefox solution to download local copies of web sites?
I'm looking for Mac OSX software or a Firefox plug-in that will allow me to create local copies of web sites to be viewed later. [more inside]
The Invisible Hand just picked my pocket
Stock Market Filter: How do stock exchanges like Nasdaq/NYSE figure out (based on supply and demand) what price to assign to a given stock? Its not 'pure' supply and demand. Given a steady volume, prices still oscillate within ranges. How do market makers make their decisions on the oscillation as they search for the most efficient price for a given market? [more inside]
Please to be recommending an RSI specialist who practices in San Francisco.
Please to be recommending an RSI specialist who practices in San Francisco. [more inside]
I want to do the Time Warp again!!
I recently moved to Palm Bay, Florida from Ohio. In the process I left behind a beloved bi-weekly Rocky Horror Picture Show...er...showing. I've searched and searched for a cast that is closer than Orlando, but I've had no luck. If there does happen to be a local cast that I don't know about, can someone point me their direction? Alternatively...how difficult would it be to start up a cast/plan showings? [more inside]
posted by d13t_p3ps1 at 11:30 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by d13t_p3ps1 at 11:30 AM PST - 10 comments
Can I attach pocketless drapery panels to a traverse rod?
How can I attach drapery panels to a traverse rod? The panels don't have any pockets or slits or flaps. [more inside]
posted by adamwolf at 11:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by adamwolf at 11:03 AM PST - 8 comments
Working in China (not teaching English)
I want to work in China - yes, I speak Chinese, and no, I don't want to teach English. What should I do? [more inside]
Help me get my career in order!
I'm 3 years out of college, and unemployed again. I feel like I should go back to school, but what for??! [more inside]
posted by PetiePal at 10:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by PetiePal at 10:49 AM PST - 3 comments
What is the best way to (temporarily) repair this tablet stylus?
This morning, my wacom tablet (graphire 2) sytlus stopped working, and I would like to fix it until I can buy a new tablet [more inside]
How do you interview for a job you shouldn't have?
I am about to interview for a job which I am vastly under qualified for. What the can I talk about? [more inside]
Lighting 101
I'm trying to find an extremely bright light on a budget. [more inside]
you'd be one if you can answer
What is the origin of the phrase "(you're) a gentleman and a scholar", or what popularized it? [more inside]
posted by Arasithil at 10:06 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Arasithil at 10:06 AM PST - 16 comments
Where to park a uhaul in boston overnight?
anyone know of a monitored parking lot we can leave a small uhaul (14') overnight in cambridge, ma? it's 10' tall, so parking garages are out. [more inside]
posted by noloveforned at 10:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by noloveforned at 10:03 AM PST - 7 comments
Are there any entry-level tech jobs that let you work from home?
I'd like to help some friends get better careers. What kind of entry-level jobs are available in the Internet industry these days? Specifically, are there any that let one work from home? [more inside]
posted by agropyron at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by agropyron at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
TTC-operator-speak translation?
Toronto transit filter: What does "299 St. Clair West" mean? [more inside]
posted by jamesonandwater at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by jamesonandwater at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me enjoy this variation of the sweet, sweet tobacco leaf.
Health Advocates Need Not Apply: Is there an American equivalent to Silk Cut cigarettes? [more inside]
the hardest thing i've ever done/to be so in love with you and so alone
I have an extremely complicated relationship with a person I consider the love of my life. We failed miserably at our most recent (and 4th) try at making it work, so we're trying to do post-break up things differently this time -- in hopes we can get closure FOR REAL. There are more details inside, but my questions are: Is talking/keeping in touch post-breakup the stupidest idea ever? How do you accept the fact that you're in-love and always will be, but that you can't be together? How do you accept the failures/incompatiblities and move on without thinking things like, "oh the circumstances sucked and we just didn't get a fair shot"? And perhaps most importantly, how do you work to remain close without secretly praying it will eventually work out? I'm posting this because I need advice from people who have experienced similar situations, but I would also love any suggestions on relatable books or films. [more inside]
posted by bienbiensuper at 9:44 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by bienbiensuper at 9:44 AM PST - 42 comments
What are the funniest-sounding English words to speakers of other languages?
What are the funniest-sounding English words to speakers of other languages? If you grew up speaking another language (for some weird reason) what English words still make you giggle?
Are U.S. Government publications in the Public Domain?
Are U.S. Government publications copyrighted or in the Public Domain? More specifically, are Federal Reserve publications copyrighted or in the Public Domain? I'd like to be able to monkey with these comics, but am wary of violating copyright. (I've sent e-mail to the Federal Reserve asking this same question, but am skeptical that I'll receive a timely response.)
posted by jdroth at 9:33 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by jdroth at 9:33 AM PST - 28 comments
How do I run an XP3200+ at its rated speed?!
How do I run my AMD Athlon XP 3200+ at the actual rated speed and not have it overheat ridiculously? [more inside]
posted by 6am at 9:27 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by 6am at 9:27 AM PST - 13 comments
Need help finding an sci-fi story.
Seeking out a sci-fi short story I read some time ago and would like to find again. [more inside]
posted by killThisKid at 9:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by killThisKid at 9:23 AM PST - 6 comments
Private Dancer
How do I make services publicly available behind a private network? [more inside]
Why would room temperature water be coming out of the faucet when I turn on the cold water tap?
When I turn the cold water tap, the faucets in my upstairs bathroom are putting out room temperature water. How do I fix this? [more inside]
Dynamic fields and Section 508 compliance
Is it possible to use dynamic fields in web pages and stay Section 508 compliant? [more inside]
Dinner for 7 in San Francisco
Where to have a major anniversary dinner in San Francisco? [more inside]
My employer won't spring for Autocad - can you help me work around that?
I need to edit 2D .dwg files without spending any money on software. Is this possible? [more inside]
posted by revbrian at 8:47 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by revbrian at 8:47 AM PST - 5 comments
Do I mention my nemesis in a job interview?
I need advice on a thorny job interview problem. Do I mention that I have a nemesis? [more inside]
Should I see a doctor for my stones?
I seem to have had kidney stones continuously since January. Should I be going to my doctor? And how do you manage to collect them for analysis? [more inside]
Eleanor Farjeon's poem 'Cats Sleep Anywhere'........ in Dutch?
Where can I find Eleanor Farjeon's poem 'Cats Sleep Anywhere'........ in Dutch? [more inside]
Bringing home the bacon? Irish bacon (rashers), that is.
CustomsFilter - Bringing home the bacon? Irish bacon (rashers), that is. [more inside]
posted by HeyAllie at 8:21 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by HeyAllie at 8:21 AM PST - 20 comments
Tricks?
Teach me your party tricks.
Ow...
Give me a voip voip!
What's the best way to make calls from Israel to North America, and to let others from North America call me at little or no expense? [more inside]
Shake It Up Baby - name my children's music class
Need help naming a children's music class. [more inside]
What programming language should I learn?
What programming language should I learn? And should I be a programmer at all? [more inside]
posted by spacewaitress at 7:24 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by spacewaitress at 7:24 AM PST - 32 comments
Why can't my PC see my Camera? Works on the Mac.
Why can't my PC see my Camera? Works on the Mac. It's not the cable, the software, the computer, or the camera. I have a Canon HV20 HD video camera that only has a firewire output. Link to camera specs. When I take it to the computer lab and connect it to the Macs there, it works perfectly. However, my desktop PC does not recognize it. [more inside]
Am I canceling out all the benefits of one?
Lotion Filter: What order to you put on face stuff? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 6:44 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by stormygrey at 6:44 AM PST - 12 comments
Things to do in or near Southwest Harbor / Acadia NP?
Things to do in or near Southwest Harbor / Acadia NP , Maine this rainy weekend with a 5 year old and a 75 year old in tow? [more inside]
If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the precipitate.
I guess I'm going to have to get a water softener. [more inside]
Bandwidth throttling / traffic shaping on Fedora Core 6
How do you set up bandwidth throttling / traffic shaping on Fedora Core 6? [more inside]
posted by remi at 5:42 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by remi at 5:42 AM PST - 2 comments
Career change web sites?
What are some good career development or vocational guidance web sites? Not looking for job postings, but advice, tests, articles, forums etc. about finding and then switching to a more rewarding career path. [more inside]
posted by Otis at 5:00 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Otis at 5:00 AM PST - 9 comments
I need a car... a fast car... faster than that
Help a non-American pick a car for use in the US... [more inside]
Getting the goods on titration
When I see the word "titration," I think of pipettes, bunsen burners, and that stoner dude in high school chem class. Why is "titration" so ubiquitous in online discussions about certain kinds of meds these days? What's the best way of coming up with an effective titration schedule for a med? [more inside]
Movie location codes
Here in Oxford, every second lamp post has a coded sign on it, indicating that there is a movie filming location nearby. Sometimes, it's obvious which movie is involved -- e.g. 'LWS LOC' refers to the TV series 'Lewis'. In other cases, it's pretty hard to work out -- e.g. 'The Golden Compass' was signed by a jumble of letters that I've forgotten ('ICHR LOC' or similar). I remember seeing a similarly obscure code on Santa Monica Pier. I'd like to know what movies are being filmed where. Is there an online resource that would tell me which location code refers to which movie? I couldn't find this information in the IMDB.
Distance relationship 101 needed.
Local living in South Africa
SouthAfricaFilter: Do you / have you lived in ZA? I've recently moved here and I have questions. Also, general questions on cell phone usage across the continent... [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:18 AM PST - 5 comments
August 22
Who will carry my dishwasher up a flight and a half of stairs for me?
I just moved into Seattle, and my new apartment doesn't have a dishwasher. Yesterday I picked up a portable dishwasher I found on Craigslist, but I was too exhausted to carry it up the 1.5 flights up to my apartment. I don't know anybody in town, much less know somebody well enough to ask them to help me carry a dishwasher--does anybody know someone who can carry this thing up the stairs for me? [more inside]
posted by silverspeak at 11:38 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by silverspeak at 11:38 PM PST - 9 comments
If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am only for myself, what am I?
How to stop feeling like I need to do my own work plus everyone else's? [more inside]
posted by elisynn at 10:27 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by elisynn at 10:27 PM PST - 8 comments
How to deal with nattering nabobs of negativity?
How do I reverse the negative attitudes of my employees? [more inside]
She just wants to pay cash for a new car.
Please help -- How do you buy a new car in California for cash?
Dealer has agreed to a cash deal, but at 11th hour,
insists on signing a loan agreement?!?
Help my cuz get this guy to close a cash deal. [more inside]
posted by ScarletPumpernickel at 9:41 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by ScarletPumpernickel at 9:41 PM PST - 29 comments
Need a fast, comfortable mouse
I am looking for a good computer mouse with certain criteria. It should fit my hand well (I like the rounded but flat mice like the IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0. An "arrow-shaped" design is also an option.) And it needs to have a high-resolution sensor, ideally 2000dpi or higher. [more inside]
Absentee landlords alive and well; lurking in university towns in Ontario
My girlfriend and I are wondering about what her rights are as to prematurely terminating her lease with a negligent landlord (in Ontario). [more inside]
Find PCI slot PS/2 adapter
How to select and buy PCI card with PS/2 port for older keyboard [more inside]
posted by 4midori at 9:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by 4midori at 9:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Lion Cuts = Cruelty??
I was looking for a cat groomer on Yelp today and was struck by the comments: only place that will do lion cuts in the city, most places won't shave cats, please don't shave your cat, etc. I realized that I've seen this sentiment quite often on the interwebs... [more inside]
We need some simple mapping software!
Calling online gamers! My husband is looking for a (seemingly) simple mapping program to make his life a little bit easier. [more inside]
The Fire That Suddenly Bursts Forth in the Close-pack'd Square
CollectionFilter: Our library's Special Collections dept. has just discovered an unusual matchbook in another item of the collection. After looking to see how these books are collected and stored, we found out that the actual matches are usually removed (due to fire hazard, I'm assuming) and the covers stored flat in plastic sleeve. In the case of our matchbook, though, the actual matches are printed to look like soldiers and we'd of course like to keep them. Is there something else we can do to neutralize the flammability of the matches while keeping them intact?
pay grade evaluation
Educate me on this one - how does HR evaluate and adjust employee pay grades? [more inside]
posted by dy at 8:48 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by dy at 8:48 PM PST - 2 comments
Help plan a honeymoon!
Help me figure out how to plan this honeymoon... [more inside]
Best price/performance modern video card?
Neeerrrrrrrrdfilter: I want to play Bioshock. Help me find the most economical way to upgrade my video hardware so that it will run the game satisfactorily. [more inside]
traveling to Trebizond?
I'm trying to find an historical novel about a visit to medieval Trebizond that I read years ago. It's in the style of Thomas B. Costain but not by him. I know it's not Rosemary Macauley's The Towers of Trebizond.
posted by Rain Man at 8:06 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Rain Man at 8:06 PM PST - 3 comments
Sailing in San Diego this fall
Sailors - I may have the opportunity to spend a week sailing with a personal instructor in San Diego in September or October in the bays and perhaps just off shore in a 28 ft sloop. Is this a good time of the year for sailing? What will the sailing weather be like? - air and water temperature, winds, etc. Any recommendations? Thanks.
Expressing sympathy to a well liked acquaintance
My excellent mechanic has obviously been going through some personal problems the last few days. [more inside]
Lifeplanning
What can you suggest for long term life planning? I would like to set up something like a time line for my life and goals. I want to manage what I will do in 5 years, 10 years, 50 years, etc. Does anyone know of any useful software or other things I could do manually? I want to be able to adjust things as needed and see where I've been.
I appreciate your help.
What's to do in Cape Cod?
What's to eat, drink and do in Eastham, Cape Cod? [more inside]
Desperately seeking insular G!
How do I upgrade unicode? [more inside]
stolen iphone
Can a stolen iphone be inactivated to brick status when AT&T is notified? [more inside]
posted by francesca too at 6:33 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by francesca too at 6:33 PM PST - 11 comments
i have a sore tendon
i often get soreness at the back of my knee, almost every day. what do i do? [more inside]
Depressing music for a depressing movie
The song at the very end of "Irréversible". What is it? [more inside]
posted by TheyCallItPeace at 5:22 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by TheyCallItPeace at 5:22 PM PST - 3 comments
Let There Be Light!
I need to locate two light fixture mountings that have been plastered over in the ceiling of my condo. [more inside]
posted by talkingmuffin at 5:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by talkingmuffin at 5:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Weirdness in PowerPoint
In PowerPoint 2002, it's supposed to be possible to have bulleted items at all levels appear one at a time, using "Effect options" and then the "Text animation" tab. However, that tab is missing, for some reason... [more inside]
posted by Ms. Next at 4:58 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Ms. Next at 4:58 PM PST - 3 comments
Ghost Texting from Nowhere
I want to have an SMS sent to someone automatically at a later date. Recommend a reliable service to me? [more inside]
posted by a_green_man at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by a_green_man at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Put a record on. I wanna dance with my baby.
Please give me tips on how to make my aircheck/audition for a medium-size online radio station more apIaling. [more inside]
Servlet Host Recommendations
Please recommend a good host of Java servlets, very preferably one that runs Tomcat 6. [more inside]
What does public radio sponsorship cost?
How much do sponsors pay to underwrite a public radio show? [more inside]
Need to find seat covers -- not slipcovers -- for dining room chairs.
I have a great mid-century dining set that I finally have the room to use (yay!). However, I don't like how the chairs were reupholstered in the '80s, but won't have the chance to (re-)reupholster them till next year. So I need seat covers -- NOT slipcovers! -- in the meantime. This has turned out to be surprisingly difficult. Help! [more inside]
I like walnuts, but they don't like me.
Walnuts make my tongue hurt. Does this mean I'm allergic, or is it just their acidity? [more inside]
What's a good going away gift?
What's a good going-away present? [more inside]
Earning Quotes from Quirky Comedians
How can I get B-List Celebrities to give me a quote for the back of my book? [more inside]
I am moving my head like Michael Keaton in Batman. It's bad.
Good massage therapist in Livermore, California? (If there aren't any, then in San Mateo.) Hellllp. [more inside]
New York City forclosures?
The goal: Affordable real estate during housing uncertainty...
Is there a local resource for foreclosures in Manhattan? Are there court documents available to the public regarding properties in at risk? Is there a web resource for this?
Straws that exist only in artwork
Zipcar collision
I got into an accident with a ZipCar this week. How worried should I be about paying the hefty deductible. Experiences, advice sought...
No blinkers around Philly?
Why do many suburban Philadelphians not use blinkers? [more inside]
FruitFilter
I have two fruit trees that seem to be ripening ...NOW. One is an apple tree and the other tree is a plum. I already know about making jam (which is what I'll probably do with the plums) and making apple butter/sauce. I have a few questions: [more inside]
posted by deborah at 1:42 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by deborah at 1:42 PM PST - 6 comments
Hanging in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Any fun and exciting tips on visiting Bahrain? [more inside]
Please help me decide whether to get drunk or high every night.
Please help me decide whether to get drunk or high every night. [more inside]
posted by metawabbit at 1:09 PM PST - 59 comments
posted by metawabbit at 1:09 PM PST - 59 comments
Flyfishing solitude
I'm yearning for some solitary flyfishing within a 10 hour drive of Toronto or Detroit. Since coming to Canada I have not managed to get away and do some nice, private fly fishing and get in some alone time on a beautiful river. I'd like to rectify that this Fall. Does anyone have any recommendations as to where I can achieve this? I don't like to share the river with more than one or two other folks and I don't want a guide.
Yet another "what's this movie" question
There's a western from probably the mid to early 70's. I don't remember much except that the main cowboy character ate entire raw onions as a way to prove how badass he was. There was also a scene where he was stuck in the desert with some woman I think. Does anyone know what movie this was?
What are the best (free) online resources for bicycle maintenance?
What are the best free online resources for bicycle maintenance? [more inside]
coral is far more red than her lips' red
Wedding readings: I'm looking for a poem or a passage that will emphasize the couple's love of travel and their focus on the environment/outdoors. [more inside]
Srange balls found in potted plants!
What are these weird little balls magically appearing in my potted plant's soil? [more inside]
posted by missmle at 11:04 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by missmle at 11:04 AM PST - 14 comments
How to install more RAM in my Everex laptop?
How do I fix it if Vista is causing my new off-brand laptop to choke while playing DVDs? [more inside]
Long term effects of 100mg Trimipramine od
My mum had a bad car accident with head injuries in 1984. She has been taking 100mg trimipramine daily since then. I only found out about the medication today after insisting she attend a doctor, and visiting with her. Ever since the accident, she exhibited a small amount of mental confusion, but not enough to interfere with her leading an independent life. Until now. [more inside]
What should we call our fake Eating Club?
What's a good name/slogan for a fake Canadian vegetarian eating club? [more inside]
posted by 235w103 at 10:52 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by 235w103 at 10:52 AM PST - 14 comments
Need help sharing an EVDO broadband connection among multiple computers
Need help sharing an EVDO broadband connection among multiple computers [more inside]
If you found a diamond on the street, would you have to pay taxes on it?
If you found a diamond on the street, would you have to pay taxes on it?
posted by paulinsanjuan at 10:14 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by paulinsanjuan at 10:14 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me find my monochromatic Qbert shoe!
Help me find this Qbert-esque shoe! I wasn't dreaming, was I? [more inside]
Creative Commons Porn?
Is there someplace I can find some creative commons licensed adult photos? [more inside]
I wanna hurt you just to hear you screaming my name
Suggest some 'love' songs with an uneasy obsessional edge to them? [more inside]
What to do in Walla Walla?
What are some must-do things to see/do in Walla Walla, Washington? The SO and I will be there over Labor Day weekend to attend a wedding. We have one full day on our own. I know Walla Walla is a big wine region, but we don't drink, so wine tasting is out. We do like most cultural and outdoorsy stuff. I'm particularly interested in photography and he really digs history. Also, any recommendations for great restaurants?
radio broadcasts of old football games?
Where can I find archives of radio broadcasts of NFL football games from the 1920's? Preferably online, but I'm open to any suggestions. Thanks.
How to create a file library?
[NoseBleedFilter] How to maintain a file library on Big Computer, and a small selection on Little Computer, so Big Computer Looks like Little Computer, but Little Computer doesn't need to carry all the files in file library? [more inside]
BlackHelicopterBerry
Google wants to access the phone logs on my BlackBerry. Cancel or allow? [more inside]
posted by pineapple at 8:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by pineapple at 8:26 AM PST - 2 comments
I eat brains
[Zombiefilter] What was the small brain-like item in my bowl of Korean soup? [more inside]
posted by Etaoin Shrdlu at 7:18 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Etaoin Shrdlu at 7:18 AM PST - 12 comments
Why does Bioshock make my WinXP computer completely shut off?
Why does Bioshock make my WinXP computer completely shut off? [more inside]
Movies with "forgiveness" as theme?
I'm having trouble thinking of any narrative movies with "forgiveness" as a theme...anyone?
Green thumb in a small space
I'd like to grow some vegetables, but I live in an apartment. [more inside]
Please help find this animation.
Can you please identify and/or link me to a black & white flash animation of black birds marching and flying in repeated ranks... [more inside]
posted by SamFrancisco at 6:40 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by SamFrancisco at 6:40 AM PST - 5 comments
How long until my arm feels normal again?
Nerve Damage Filter: Do I need medical attention for my medical attention? [more inside]
posted by junkbox at 6:31 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by junkbox at 6:31 AM PST - 9 comments
Anyone got a two bed/one bath in san diego for rent?!?!
Renting - It's been a while and I'm afraid we're gonna look bad on paper. Mid/late twenty year olds (one a musician) without a huge amount of $$ or history - are we screwed? [more inside]
Will a Marinol prescription allow my medical marijuana consumption to continue from a drug testers point of view?
Would employer urine tests be able to differentiate from cannabis and Marinol (dronabinol)? Alternatively, in my state medical marijuana is approved, do testing centers accept marijuana prescriptions? [more inside]
Have chance to become rich, successful, and famous, need publicist and other help!
Have chance to become rich, successful, and famous, need publicist and other help! [more inside]
what to replace onions with?
Onions give me stomach aches. So many recipes start out with fried onions (meats, sauces, soups, stews), and I have a craving for spaghetti tomato sauce. What can I use instead of the onions?
Letterpress Learning in the Windy City
I have become very interested in letterpress recently and was wondering about opportunities in the Chicago area to learn more. [more inside]
posted by moooshy at 2:21 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by moooshy at 2:21 AM PST - 5 comments
How can I get cheap mobile internet access in France?
I'm going to be spending quite a bit of time in France (Paris and Bordeaux and Lyon) over the next 6 weeks. What's the cheapest way to get mobile internet (3G or wifi)? [more inside]
Make a DVD to play at 1 frame per minute?
Make a DVD to play at 1 frame per minute? [more inside]
posted by bystander at 12:46 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by bystander at 12:46 AM PST - 17 comments
Suggestions for hacking this cool little black box?
What neat electronic project can I build out of this old USRobotics Courier modem? [more inside]
Job Offers / Moving from SoCal: San Francisco or Boston
HELP! I will be moving soon after 6 years in Southern California - 3 in LA and 3 in Orange County. I have two job offers at prestigious companies in my field - one in San Francisco, the other in Massachusetts (about 40 miles West of Boston.) I'm looking for some insight about life in these cities to help me make my choice. Important details inside... [more inside]
posted by hellhammer at 12:17 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by hellhammer at 12:17 AM PST - 30 comments
August 21
Capturing DV video straight to MPEG2?
I have a project coming up where I will need to capture (digitize) a full 8-10 hours of footage (to be captured on DV tape) and make DVD copies for 3 people by the end of the next day. Ok, so I know how to go from DV to MPEG2 via either Final Cut Pro (v. 5.1.4) or Avid Xpress. What I'm wondering is, is there a way to bypass capturing the footage to DV (then converting to MPEG2) and going straight from the tape to MPEG2 so I can save myself hours of encoding from DV to MPEG2 and then burning discs? [more inside]
At first I thought it might be paint...
I was in an office today where a window had been converted into a whiteboard by installing a translucent white film on the outside of the glass. Does anyone know what to ask for to get something like this? Bonus points if you can point to a supplier in Western Australia.
Which CPU to extend the life of a AMD 939 Socket Motherboard?
Upgrading AMD Processor for 939 motherboard. Athlon 64 X2 4200+ or Opteron 170? [more inside]
posted by zaphod at 10:52 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by zaphod at 10:52 PM PST - 12 comments
carouser gets canned?
I have reason to believe that my boss may have caught word that I smelled of alcohol today at work. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by breakfast_yeti at 10:46 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by breakfast_yeti at 10:46 PM PST - 28 comments
Looking for well-designed university sites
Please point me to examples of well-designed websites for university research groups.
Help me Program my Avaya Phone System.
Is there anywhere online or in print that provides help programming Avaya Partner Messaging "Automated Attendants"? [more inside]
How can I make my own MeFi Music clone?
Help me make a private community-based mp3 blog, very much like, say... MeFi Music. [more inside]
posted by 40 Watt at 8:37 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by 40 Watt at 8:37 PM PST - 7 comments
Should I stay at the Hotel Orrington?
Does anybody know about the Hotel Orrington in Evanston, IL? [more inside]
I'm afraid my sync might go missing.
I recently switched from a Treo 650 to a Palm z22 for my organizing needs. It took me forever to get the initial Treo syncing to work with my Macbook, and the z22 syncs fine with my old Treo conduits, but I want to add the z22's Expense conduit, so there is [more inside]
I'm looking for a good, practical miniature of anything.
What are some great miniature things? [more inside]
how to stop a powder from clumping and clogging a dispenser in a wet enviroment
how do I dispense a very hygroscopic powder in a very moist environment without causing clumping in the remaining powder and without clogging the dispenser? [more inside]
Funny sayings, expressions and idioms
I'm looking for funny sayings, expressions, idioms, et cetera. [more inside]
Oh sing me a song 'bout a Dobro
Should I dump my dreadnought for a resonator guitar? [more inside]
Going to the Big House. Things to do for a football weekend.
Myself and 7 friends are about to visit Ann Arbor MI for Michigan's opening football game of the season. We pick one team each year and converge upon that city for opening day. Its a nice way for us all to get together once a year, revive the sleeping binge drinker in us and just have a good time.
Since none of us have actually ever been to Ann Arbor before I was wondering what are the "must do" things during a football weekend? We're coming in from all over the country so none of us will have cars. Are cabs common in the area, or will we be walking alot?
We're staying south of the stadium by the Briarwood Mall and had planned on walking up to the game. Is it possible to do a pub craw from the mall area to the game or vice versa? Google's Street View isn't rolled out there yet or I'd virtually crawl it.
Foodfilter: vegetable substitutes for pasta?
Foodfilter: vegetable substitutes for pasta? [more inside]
we live in a yellow submarine, we drink red red wine, and we sing the blues
suggest some fun, upbeat, likeable songs that mention specific colours? [more inside]
posted by twistofrhyme at 5:44 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by twistofrhyme at 5:44 PM PST - 55 comments
Easy as Pie Reich?
Piano Playing Filter: I play the piano at what I believe is considered the early intermediate level. I enjoy playing the Burgmuller op 100 pieces. I am familiar with Mikrokosmos. I have an easy piano complete beatles book that I LOVE. But, there is [more inside]
posted by wittgenstein at 5:18 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by wittgenstein at 5:18 PM PST - 1 comment
saving files to two or more locations on my computer at once
I often save files to three locations, for example two folders on the desktop and one on the USB. Is there any way of saving files to two or more locations on my computer at once - I'm tired of the extra time this takes!
Forget Friday - is it September yet?
JobFilter: Should I return to my high-paying summer job next summer? [more inside]
posted by gursky at 5:14 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by gursky at 5:14 PM PST - 23 comments
meandering through Bratislava
I saw an interesting building while visiting Bratislava last year, and would like to know more about it [more inside]
Am I monitored through VPN?
This may be a dumb question, but when I am connected to my work's vpn from home (I use a vpn/remote desktop combo), is all of my traffic, even the stuff outside of the server, going through my work? In other words, can they see everything or only what I do through remote desktop?
posted by jules1651 at 4:47 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jules1651 at 4:47 PM PST - 14 comments
Selling free stuff from work - ethical or not?
My sister works for a big entertainment company. Occasionally they give her free stuff from one of their projects...posters, mugs, etc. She wants to sell some of it. One of her coworkers thought that this might be unethical. We weren't sure why that would be. Is it ethically ok for her to sell some of her swag or not? Why?
Bandwidth monitoring tool needed.
I'm looking for a bandwidth monitoring tool for OSX. I need it to do some specific things. [more inside]
Please help me identify this series of paintings.
Help me identify this series of paintings [more inside]
Department of Infectious Disease
Medical School Filter: Infectious Disease Department on the West Coast. Please recommend a good university for an overseas visiting professional. [more inside]
posted by geekyguy at 4:12 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by geekyguy at 4:12 PM PST - 10 comments
Financial Industry Web Site Staff Levels?
I'm the Web systems manager at a large financial management company (in the Janus / Nuveen / SEI territory) and I'm having a hell of a time discovering industry-relevant staffing levels. Anybody have references or anecdotes? [more inside]
What was crawling on me?
What the heck was just crawling on my arm and where did it come from? [more inside]
Help me find this website.
Help me find a website about Apple products and their release schedules. I know it exists, I just can't find it again. [more inside]
posted by Arturus at 4:00 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Arturus at 4:00 PM PST - 6 comments
Where does the phrase "went to the bridge" come from?
Where does the phrase "went to the bridge" come from and what exactly does it mean? [more inside]
posted by jesirose at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jesirose at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
Is my car's air conditioner releasing deadly fumes or something?
Is my car's air conditioner releasing deadly fumes or something? [more inside]
When did laces become lacing systems?
Will the Saucony Grid Omni 5 Ultimates that I just bought ruin my feet? [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow at 3:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by otherwordlyglow at 3:39 PM PST - 8 comments
give me your tired, your broadband
best broadband option in brooklyn, *without* bundled cable subscription or phone line? [more inside]
Help me make my 27th year my best year yet!
I'm looking for ideas on things I can "give" myself for my birthday to help me make a fresh start. Can you help? [more inside]
Accounting Question
What is the difference between an accounting association vs. an accounting network? Also, how does this distinction relate, if at all, to the Parmalat scandal?
On The Road
A friend who's not working right now has decided to travel across the US, in grand Kerouac style. Setting out from NYC, first destination Chicago. He has less than the total amount of money he'll need for this journey and plans to get throw-away jobs here and there as finances warrant. Assuming he sticks to metro areas, what are some good temporary jobs he can reasonably expect to find quickly (e.g. word processing) where he can make a decent wage yet not have to work full time so he can still play tourist, and get hired promptly so as to earn cash in near real time? (Fast food labor is a very last resort)
Como se dice en ingles?
Spanish nuance translation help needed. Topic is slighly NSFW and thus inside. [more inside]
posted by andifsohow at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by andifsohow at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can one buy an archaeology trowel and calipers in London?
Archaeologyfilter: Where can one buy an archaeologist's trowel and calipers in London? [more inside]
posted by Kirjava at 11:00 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Kirjava at 11:00 AM PST - 4 comments
Nom Nom Nom
I'd like to learn to cook. [more inside]
Font for 'Fin' at end of movie?
Looking for an example of or appropriate font to recreate the 'Fin' appearing at the end of a (old) movie. I can't find anything.
The passing of youth and the end of my relavance to key demographics.
I'm turning the Big Three-Oh and I really want to have a big bash. [more inside]
posted by indiebass at 10:25 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by indiebass at 10:25 AM PST - 15 comments
How do I transfer my current Ubuntu system to a new, larger hard drive?
How do I transfer my current Ubuntu system to a new, larger hard drive? [more inside]
posted by bonecrusher at 10:20 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bonecrusher at 10:20 AM PST - 12 comments
Hz attack
Where did half of my processor go? 1.5ghz is showing up as 599mhz. [more inside]
What could cause a grinding sound in a '99 saturn?
What could cause a loud grinding sound in a '99 saturn? [more inside]
Help Us Move To France
Young couple visited France last year for about two weeks with few plans other than a couple of booked hotel rooms and a TGV pass. They fell in love with the country and would love to move there about 5 years out... [more inside]
posted by finitejest at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by finitejest at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
Psychic in Denver?
Does anyone know of a good psychic in the Denver area? [more inside]
Instant Messaging on Blackberry Pearl
How can I get MSN Instant Messaging or Gtalk on my Blackberry Pearl? [more inside]
How does the space shuttle landing affect ATC in FL?
How does the space shuttle landing affect air traffic control around Florida? [more inside]
posted by Godbert at 9:37 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Godbert at 9:37 AM PST - 6 comments
My not-quite divorced brother already has a girlfriend.
My brother's divorce is not quite finalized, but he has already started dating someone new. Should I be OK with this? [more inside]
Anacortes to Shaw Island - help!
Taking the ferry from Anacortes, WA to Shaw Island in October - help! [more inside]
Looking for an ultra-quiet notebook
Looking for a really, really quiet notebook (UK). [more inside]
From a guy's point of view
Why do men need space ? [more inside]
prove your existence!
Is there a simple way to create a script to check if a specific file exists on a Windows network share? How can I learn to do this? [more inside]
posted by uaudio at 8:43 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by uaudio at 8:43 AM PST - 9 comments
How do you prefer to find out what's on?
What are the best sites to find out what cool things are happening locally? [more inside]
non-smoking chicago nightlife
I'm looking for some non-smoking nightlife options for Chicago. Bars, music venues, clubs, etc - especially interested in somewhere for live music (jazz, rock) & drinks. I realize that the city is supposed to go non-smoking in January, but I'm looking for some options now.
Who speaks what?
Which famous people speak/have spoken other languages? [more inside]
posted by greytape at 7:23 AM PST - 47 comments
posted by greytape at 7:23 AM PST - 47 comments
Help me get rid of house centipedes.
What causes house centipedes and how can I get rid of them? [more inside]
posted by annabellee at 6:43 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by annabellee at 6:43 AM PST - 14 comments
some don't like it hot
For about a week, I've noticed a "hot" smell coming from my engine. I don't know how to describe it except that it smells like an iron that has been left on. What is it? [more inside]
How can I be a good soccer coach for a team of first graders?
How can I be a good soccer coach for a team of first graders? [more inside]
posted by jeremias at 4:51 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by jeremias at 4:51 AM PST - 17 comments
Where's Danny Baker when you need him?
Dear Metafilter,
Please help me save my favourite pearly white Lacoste shirt, which now looks as if I've been wearing it whilst rolling around in nuclear waste. [more inside]
posted by Zé Pequeno at 1:45 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Zé Pequeno at 1:45 AM PST - 10 comments
Is satnav an accurate speedometer?
Could the speedometer built into my car be less accurate than the speed assessed by my GPS satellite navigation? [more inside]
posted by roofus at 12:49 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by roofus at 12:49 AM PST - 15 comments
August 20
Health conditions and privacy rights at university
A professor revealed information about my chronic illness to a classroom full of people. Who do I talk to? [more inside]
It's getting a little chilly up here...
What are my rights as a freelance writer? If I'm writing about employees competing on a company-sponsored team, do I have to clear everything I write with their PR people?? [more inside]
posted by mariokrat at 10:50 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mariokrat at 10:50 PM PST - 13 comments
Curing Blues
Where can I find food-grade potassium nitrate (A.K.A. saltpetre")? [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 at 10:42 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ninazer0 at 10:42 PM PST - 14 comments
I got a Nikon camera, l love to take a photograph
Can you recommend any cool locations to do a band photo shoot in Philadelphia? [more inside]
where can I stay in Santa Barbara?
where can I stay in Santa Barbara? [more inside]
Damien Rice and Sia Alternative?
I have no idea why, but I can listen to Damien Rice's Nine Lives over and over and over. Rest of his stuff, doesn't interest me. Same for Sia's Breathe Me. Based on those 2 songs, can you point me to other songs that I can give my CD player a respite?
posted by america5 at 8:03 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by america5 at 8:03 PM PST - 19 comments
point to b sample
what rapper does prefuse 73 sample in "point to b" on the album "vocal studies and uprock narratives"? thanks.
Where can I buy fresh seafood in DC?
Where can I buy really fresh raw seafood in DC? [more inside]
Where can I find real roast turkey in Princeton, NJ?
An older family member coming to stay with us in the Princeton NJ area eats a turkey sandwich for lunch EVERY day.
Seeking recommendations for deli or grocery store that has actual fresh roasted turkey for sale (as opposed to deli-type pre-cooked turkey breast).
Will go pretty much anywhere in the Mercer County area if necessary. Thank you for any direction!
posted by mmf at 7:08 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mmf at 7:08 PM PST - 13 comments
c programming
I've just installed ubuntu, and I'm looking to do C programming from the terminal. [more inside]
I've given my friend all the benefits. Now I feel poor. How do I fix this?
It started out as dating and turned into "friends with benefits." How do I regain my self-respect after all of this? Apologize in advance... [more inside]
Useful Gift for Tibet/Nepal Photographer?
Photog friend going to Nepal/Tibet - what's a good gift? Some thin air-wind jacket with lots of pockets? Anything you can think of would be appreciated - especially if you have specific experience there - up to $200? Thanks.
(she's with an experience group of friends but she's never been).
Prairie Home Companion: The Greatest Hits.
Please help me put together the best of Prairie Home Companion. [more inside]
posted by sarahsynonymous at 6:27 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by sarahsynonymous at 6:27 PM PST - 20 comments
What is the Latin name of this rhetorical device?
What is the formal Latin name of this rhetorical device? [more inside]
posted by whir at 6:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by whir at 6:18 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me be a responsible but care-free computer user
Maybe obvious backup question: I want to achieve: an external hard drive with an exact copy of my main drive's contents that can, in the event of my main internal drive's failure, be swapped into the machine for instant everything-as-it-was. I also want incremental backup, so that I can keep this drive constantly up to date with a daily backup process. This is a Windows XP ThinkPad laptop; I've got the external backup drive in its little case already. [more inside]
MYSQL form woes
MYSQL question: I want to develop simple input form for our internal office MYSQL. We need to attach files to our product information. I'm using OO, but it doesn't deal with BLOBs what other software could I use to create forms to our database? [more inside]
Gimme filthy backroom post-industrial electro action.
Yet another "name that crunching minimal electro tune" question. [more inside]
posted by mykescipark at 5:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by mykescipark at 5:30 PM PST - 14 comments
Keeping both eyes on the road
Printing Online (Not Printing on Demand by golly!)
Is there a company (besides Kinkos) that can send me a print out of a PDF that I have? [more inside]
Sudenmorsian
Sudenmorsian: I'm very interested in finding a recording of this little radio opera by Pylkkänen, or at least a copy of the libretto to read (not the original story of Kallas that it was derived from). I'm nearly convinced no commercial recording exists, but AskMe is sometimes miraculous...
Help me decipher this poster
OK, my 16 yo kid bought a Bad Religion poster by Stainboy at the House of Blues in Orlando and I have a question about it. [more inside]
posted by 543DoublePlay at 5:18 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by 543DoublePlay at 5:18 PM PST - 19 comments
I don't want your money, but don't give it to her.
My uncle recently sent me some money through my sister. And just as she always has done, she's frittered it away and I'll never see a cent of it. I don't really care because I'm used to it, and I don't care for the money either. But how can I warn my uncle without giving off a "Give me more money" message? [more inside]
posted by Xere at 5:08 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Xere at 5:08 PM PST - 12 comments
How Can I Clean Gunky Bits off My Stainless Steel BBQ Without Destroying It In the Process
How do I deep clean my stainless steel BBQ grill without causing damage to the surface? [more inside]
Name of an old arcade game?
Obscure Video Game Question: Arcade + Roller Skates + Final Fight [more inside]
posted by colecovizion at 4:52 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by colecovizion at 4:52 PM PST - 6 comments
how bad is my roof?
Strange noise emanating from woman
I just started dating this woman. She is 36 year old and has coeliac disease (although I don't think that is related to this question). A strange vibrating noise comes from her. [more inside]
Is it really that hard to get a job in Portland, OR?
Is it really that much harder to get a library job in Portland vs the Bay Area? How long do you think it would take for me to get a job after moving up there? [more inside]
Diving the Oriskany
Diving the USS Oriskany - Has anyone been down to Pensacola to dive it? Any recommendations for a dive shop/charter, and or place to stay?
I can do it in Firefox....
Is there a Thunderbird extension or another programme that will allow me to save an entire email as an image? [more inside]
posted by Rabulah at 4:31 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Rabulah at 4:31 PM PST - 13 comments
Bulk Garlic Recipes
What are some good recipes that use up a lot of garlic? Bonus points if they keep well or can be frozen, because I'm talking about 2 pounds of peeled cloves, here. [more inside]
Paging Mr. William Gates!
Help with Windows XP recovery console. [more inside]
posted by DieHipsterDie at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by DieHipsterDie at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
What tools do you use for commercial development in the Scheme language?
What tools do you use for commercial development in the Scheme language? [more inside]
posted by ijoshua at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ijoshua at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
How to get full RSS instead of partial RSS
Help me get full RSS instead of partial RSS. As many of you might know, the Freakonomics blog has moved to NY Times. They used to give full RSS feeds; now all we get is partial RSS. While this generated quite a buzz on the internets, no solution was provided. [more inside]
posted by eebs at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by eebs at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
Am I the greatest Tetris player of all-time?
Where can I find out the current world record for NES Tetris (lines and/or score)? [more inside]
How can I automate printing from a template?
Say I have a template document in Adobe Illustrator or InDesign, and a spreadsheet with information. I need to put one row of that data into the template, print and/or save it, then put in the next row into the template, etc. Can this be automated? [more inside]
posted by mwang1028 at 2:55 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mwang1028 at 2:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Please help me determine the cause of my recent weight gain.
Please help me determine the cause of my recent weight gain. [more inside]
posted by sequential at 2:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sequential at 2:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Searching for an obscure 80's comic book.
Searching for an obscure 80's comic book. [more inside]
I am proud to be one of the frogs in the glen. Not.
Why do I hiccup and burp like a big damn frog? [more inside]
How can I make a coconut milk-based sauce more healthy?
How can I make a coconut milk-based sauce more healthy but still keep it creamy? I have some ideas and I'd like your suggestions. [more inside]
Short term health insurance in New Jersey?
How do I get short term health insurance in New Jersey? [more inside]
Xbox live card refund?
X-Box Live scratch and play cards: I scratched the code right off. Now what? [more inside]
Is my relationship with my boss beyond salvage?
How to handle a relationship with my boss that has deteriorated beyond salvage? [more inside]
Impatient husband
My husband is impatient towards our 4 year old. Will he change or is our marriage doomed? [more inside]
Credit Counseling Before or After Marriage
I am looking to work with a credit counselor to manage our debt. Should I get this done before or after I am married next month? [more inside]
Can I take a GCE exame outside the UK?
How do I take a GCE A level exame outsite the UK? [more inside]
That's not an obscene gesture, that's a campaign promise!
Can you help me find the picture of Marion Barry giving the finger? [more inside]
German song name
Help me find the name of a German song! [more inside]
posted by triggerfinger at 12:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by triggerfinger at 12:08 PM PST - 5 comments
School's in session - I need to take notes!
I'm looking for the best combination of online/free software tools to keep notes during class lectures. Visual timeline, web clips, outline formatted text, etc. - the more options, the better. I know there have been similar questions before but hope there's a better answer out there than I've found before. [more inside]
posted by Chris4d at 11:56 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Chris4d at 11:56 AM PST - 3 comments
My mermaids only speak dead languages
Latin Scholars: How would you translate "Let the mermaids flirt with me"? [more inside]
posted by boots at 11:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by boots at 11:46 AM PST - 4 comments
Drowing by the Dock of My Macbook
Docking solutions for MacBook: DIY or non-Bookendz options? [more inside]
How to round photo corners?
how can i easily - and cheaply! - round corners of photos? [more inside]
Help me make my decision!
Real estate in Chicago - I found my place, now am I doing the right thing? [more inside]
How do you explain the cool summer in southern British Columbia?
Can anyone tell me why the North Pacific high is so far south this year? [more inside]
posted by salishsea at 10:43 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by salishsea at 10:43 AM PST - 5 comments
Things to do in Stockholm
Fun things to do and cool places to go in Stockholm for a couple of adults with a couple of pre-teen children?
Looking for online communities for newbie politicians?
I'm looking for online forums/community for politicians, especially for newbies, especially for independents, especially on how to get elected, best states to run in for different political bents, etc.
What's the difference between strong friendship and romantic love?
What's the difference between strong friendship and romantic love? [more inside]
Recommend a CSA farm in Portland, please
CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) farms in Portland (Oregon.) There are a lot of them. Anyone have any particular recommendations for or against? [more inside]
I want to play on a soccer team!
How can I find a recreational soccer team to join this fall in the bay area? [more inside]
Tetanus shots in Chicago?
I need to get a tetanus shot as soon as possible, hopefully for as cheap as possible, and in Chicago. Where should I go? [more inside]
posted by bibbit at 9:34 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bibbit at 9:34 AM PST - 5 comments
I just want a good time...
DATETIME, TIMESTAMP, TIME, DATE. Which should I use for general-purpose date storage in a recent MySQL version? [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 9:34 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by tmcw at 9:34 AM PST - 16 comments
How do I reboot my garden?
My garden has been overtaken by weeds and ribbon grass, how can I start over? [more inside]
WIN A DATE WITH TOM HANKS
When someone wins a "SPEND A DAY WITH [INSERT FAMOUS PERSON]" sweepstakes, what exactly happens on said day? [more inside]
How to Communicate (from the US) with our Daughter who is traveling to Strasbourg
I'm in the process of sorting through communication options for my step-daughter who will be spending the next several months in France (We live in the US). I've narrowed it down to a combination of Skype (on Mac OS X at both ends), the purchase of a cell phone locally in France when she arrives, and the use of a prepaid phone card for international calls... I'm hoping for some feedback from those that have tried these methods, and any other ideas you might have, there is, of course.... [more inside]
I want to buy plants in Austin.
Looking for a good nursery in the Austin, TX area. [more inside]
How do you know when you are being taken advantage of?
Are there any good criteria for identifying when you are being taken advantage of? I love to help people, but sometimes I think that I may help people too much. This tension makes me uncomfortable. [more inside]
posted by unknowncommand at 8:51 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by unknowncommand at 8:51 AM PST - 19 comments
How do hand powered mitre saws and powered mitre saws compare?
How do hand powered mitre saws and powered mitre saws compare? [more inside]
posted by twine42 at 8:26 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by twine42 at 8:26 AM PST - 15 comments
Autotelic Schools
What's a good university, where good means a high concentration of people interested in learning? [more inside]
posted by philosophistry at 8:09 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by philosophistry at 8:09 AM PST - 56 comments
Where to go in Venice and Florence?
The boyfriend and I are planning a trip to Italy in late October. We are still struggling with one thing, though: what to do during planned day trips to Florence and Venice. If you had to recommend one or two destinations or experiences that really epitomize the spirit of these two cities, what would they be? [more inside]
Explaining how to report a bug
I'm having a few non-technical people test a webapp. What's the best one pager you've seen that explains the proper way to report a bug to a developer?
Will my permanent resident visa be transferred to my new passport?
Will my permanent resident visa be transferred to my new passport? [more inside]
posted by Katemonkey at 7:43 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Katemonkey at 7:43 AM PST - 16 comments
Urban Wreckage
Canine Epilepsy
Your experiences with canine epilepsy? [more inside]
Free Wordpress hosting
Looking for customizable & free Wordpress (or other) hosting [more inside]
Searching for book preview publication
I'm hoping one of the many other librarians on AskMefi can help me track down a resource I'm looking for. It was a semi-annual publication with descriptions of upcoming books--usually there was one published seasonally (and/or in time for ALA), plus various special issues. [more inside]
posted by leesh at 7:13 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by leesh at 7:13 AM PST - 2 comments
Toronto here we come!
1 Year in Toronto: My wife and I are moving to Toronto for a year in January. She has a job already sorted (that's why we're going) and I'm probably going to carry on being a freelance WebDev/SysAdmin/etc whilst we're there. Questions are many, housing, work, tax, transport, fun, recommendations, advice... [more inside]
Things to do in Ibiza
Things to do in Ibiza that are not clubbing and won't break the bank. [more inside]
posted by anonaccount at 6:54 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by anonaccount at 6:54 AM PST - 2 comments
Rune-filter, can anyone translate this?
On a recent trip to the Orkney Islands off northern Scotland I found a runic inscription on the inside of the neolithic tomb at Cuween Hill. I'm having no luck translating them, some of the characters seem to be outside the runic alphabets I can find online. [more inside]
posted by hardcode at 6:45 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by hardcode at 6:45 AM PST - 5 comments
Find me a content management system that can hide posts!
Find me a content management system that can hide posts! [more inside]
Where can I go to hunt down old employment information?
I have a week to hunt down DH's employment information starting from 1988. Where do I begin? We definitely don't have any paperwork around from '88! TIA
I want to feel that good all the time!
I woke up this morning and felt GREAT. Not just physically well but emotionally too. I felt motivated to do my morning workout, actually spoke with my father instead of the usually morning grunts, sang aloud in the car to the slug line (HOV rideshare) and was in a general all-around-good mood. I kid you not. At one point while getting dressed I thought "today is the first day of the rest of my life" HA!! Crazy I know! I was actually thinking of ways to be productive and it wasn’t even 6 in the morning!
My question is... How do I make that happen EVERYDAY, how can I enjoy such motivation and well feelings on a consistent basis? [more inside]
It's 4:00am, I'm awake (again) now what?
What do I do when insomnia pays a call?
I know how to avoid insomnia but when I don't succeed, what the hell do I do? I mean, aside from TV and books, is it an insane time to start a project? Do my taxes? How does the hive mind cope with the hours between 3:30 and 6:00 when not asleep?
posted by From Bklyn at 6:12 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by From Bklyn at 6:12 AM PST - 19 comments
What a varied wardrobe you have!
Help me find out more about this company and this man
An area of rural Norway I am very fond of is currently fighting a development bid by a possibly dodgy operation... [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 5:51 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by anonymous at 5:51 AM PST - 5 comments
Knocked Up?
ParanoidFilter: Is there *any* chance I could get pregnant? [more inside]
What is going on with my car?
Cisco PIX 501 Firewall
Can the Cisco PIX 501 be upgraded with any firmware so that it is IP Version 6 (IPv6) Compatible? [more inside]
Looking for stand made out of paper and obscure envelope.
Papercraft! Looking for two obscure things made from paper. [more inside]
posted by LongDrive at 3:57 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by LongDrive at 3:57 AM PST - 3 comments
Dublin to Galway advice?
Hi There
I am travelling from Dublin to Cong (30 miles north of Galway) in a couple of weeks. Can anyone recommend somewhere to stop off for a coffee and a bite to eat about halfway across?
Thanks folks!
posted by Colin70 at 3:35 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Colin70 at 3:35 AM PST - 2 comments
How to survive a nuclear war?
Where can I find up-to-date information about how to survive a nuclear war, and the subsequent irradiated planet? [more inside]
All aboard!
Why can't we use rail lines for local mass transit? [more inside]
White specks in the pupil.
Dozens of white specks in my pupils, but what does it mean? [more inside]
Can I get over what happened in my boyfriend's past?
My boyfriend dropped a bomb about his past. What do I do now? [more inside]
August 19
What vampire movie is this?
Which vampire movie is this? [more inside]
Taming of the Who?
Help me find some good movies in which the protagonist is an angry bitch-on-wheels, who eventually sweetens up by film's end. [more inside]
me == jack.trades.all; me != master.trades.all;
I've the office web geek, a real one-man band, with 8 years of experience. It's time to change jobs, but the web employment world is more specialized than ever. What jobs should I be applying for? [more inside]
Unidentified Furniture Object: Huge reclining chaise. Help!
Help me find this currently-in-stores chaise recliner online! [more inside]
Odd people coming to the side door
Why are all these sketchy people going to my house's side door? [more inside]
My dad takes good pictures - now what?
Help my dad win accolades for his photography. [more inside]
Get me through Seattle!
What's the best way to drive from SeaTac through Seattle and out to the north? [more inside]
posted by aaronetc at 7:25 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by aaronetc at 7:25 PM PST - 15 comments
looking for a Charles Rennie Mackintosh design
Please help me find a book or full picture of a certain Charles Rennie Mackintosh design. [more inside]
I'm to sad to think of a funny title.
My boyfriend is bad with money. I knew this when I met him, and for the first year or so of our relationship it was mostly one of his more grating personality quirks, nothing truly irritating and definitely not a dealbreaker. At the time my attitude was that as long as it didn't affect me, as long as he wasn't asking for help, and as long as his poor decisions didn't render him homeless or hungry, it wasn't my problem. Except now it is. [more inside]
posted by chichimimizu at 6:36 PM PST - 100 comments
posted by chichimimizu at 6:36 PM PST - 100 comments
Underage grindhouse movie viewing
One or two movies I remember seeing when I was at most 7. CAn you help me identify them? [more inside]
posted by mkb at 6:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mkb at 6:30 PM PST - 5 comments
How to quit?
Is it tacky to email a letter of resignation while you're on vacation? [more inside]
posted by amethysts at 6:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by amethysts at 6:05 PM PST - 17 comments
I need a word!
How do I repay my delinquent Canadian student loan?
How do I repay my delinquent Canadian student loan? [more inside]
What's the best handheld device for watching TV shows?
Best portable device for watching TV shows? [more inside]
"What is this painting"-filter.
That painting of the scary giant rabbit hunting peasants to put in the wicker basket on its back. What's it called and who painted it? Will enslave or devour the farmer and his daughter?
posted by nowonmai at 4:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by nowonmai at 4:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Inheritance and gifting
How do I handle inheritance by proxy? It will actually be a gift from a parent out of the inheritance from a grandparent. [more inside]
How Should I Leverage My Network and Contacts for a New Job?
How Should I Leverage My Network and Contacts for a New Job? [more inside]
posted by willy_dilly at 3:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by willy_dilly at 3:49 PM PST - 5 comments
swedish guitarline deja-entendu
What other song does this golden guitar-line from the new Jens Lekman album remind me of? [more inside]
Shipping Large Screen TV
How can I Ship a 42" LCD Flat Planel TV from Ohio to California? and also shipping a used car from California to Ohio. [more inside]
posted by curiousleo at 3:04 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by curiousleo at 3:04 PM PST - 12 comments
Mystery bird in Oakland
What the heck bird is this, seen walking around in Oakland several blocks from the bay front? [more inside]
posted by tula at 2:33 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by tula at 2:33 PM PST - 8 comments
Find post code with latitude & longitude.
Find post code with latitude & longitude. [more inside]
Help me remember a physics website.
Help me find an interesting website I've forgotten the name of. [more inside]
posted by nile_red at 1:53 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nile_red at 1:53 PM PST - 4 comments
Help my daughter look better on the screen.
I need a lot of help with DV cameras. [more inside]
What was that painting?
I am trying to identify a painting. It was by a 20th century American painter whose name escapes me. It was of a suburban landscape and slightly Hopperish. [more inside]
posted by Kiwi at 1:40 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Kiwi at 1:40 PM PST - 7 comments
Where does Accuweather get its data?
To what degree to private weather forecasting companies (like Accuweather) rely on US government data in creating their forecasts? [more inside]
Where can I find a simple-yet-fashionable, hooded coat?
I've never been fond of coats, and usually stick out the winter shivering in sweaters, but I recently spotted a nice coat in a magazine ad. I contacted the company, but the ad was for shoes, and they couldn't give me any information on the coat. So I'm looking for a similar coat ... [more inside]
I'm looking for a program that could serve as a perpetual, scrolling RSS feed that would cull news from various servers to be run on legacy OSes.
AsceticRSSFilter: I'm looking for a program I found by chance awhile ago that could serve as a perpetual, scrolling RSS feed that would cull news from various servers to be run on legacy OSes. [more inside]
Help me design a personalized baby sleeper
Help me decide what to embroider on a baby sleeper for my new nephew. [more inside]
Smelly cat, smelly cat, it's not your fault.
What might be the cause of my cat's new odor? [more inside]
posted by iguanapolitico at 11:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by iguanapolitico at 11:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Bill of rights what happened to ye?
I'm looking for a list of changes wrought on the Bill of Rights by the Patriot Act, amendment by amendment. [more inside]
Tattoo advice.
Why was Cy Young so awesome?
Pop goes... my ear.
My ears keep popping... like when you are in an airplane... except I'm not going anywhere. [more inside]
Is it safe?
I have an 8.45 ounce bottle of Sam Adams Triple Bock, ca. 1994, an ale brewed w/ maple syrup, that I was given as a gift. I just found it again in a cabinet. It's been sealed well, kept in dark spaces in air conditioned spaces mostly. Safe to drink? Keep aging? Bury in a landfill?
Tagging individual musicians
Can I use iTunes to tag the specific musicians playing on a track? [more inside]
posted by Silky Slim at 8:20 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Silky Slim at 8:20 AM PST - 12 comments
"not good! not good!"
what movie am i remembering? a comic scene where something crashes or goes too fast or otherwise goes wrong in a catastrophic way, and the guy exclaims, "not good! not good!" [more inside]
posted by thinkingwoman at 8:08 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by thinkingwoman at 8:08 AM PST - 16 comments
Can I make my Airport Express into a repeater?
How do I (can I?) make my Airport Express expand my wireless network? [more inside]
posted by Duluth?! I Hardly Know Her! at 7:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Duluth?! I Hardly Know Her! at 7:47 AM PST - 8 comments
where can I buy a rabbit outside Boston?
Where can I buy a pet rabbit near Newton, MA? I can't believe I have to come here to find out. [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley at 7:11 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 7:11 AM PST - 17 comments
80s Mexican taste sensation?
Looking for a Mexican spice powder I used to eat in the early 80s. [more inside]
What are these small yellow fruits?
Help me become a responsible adult...
Help me become a responsible adult... [more inside]
"Up. Up, and away" ?
Which cartoon character says "Up. Up, and away" ? [more inside]
Is there a solar powered bird fountain that won't poison my cat if she drinks out of it?
I would like to get a solar powered bird fountain for my backyard. I want to make sure that the fountain isn't constructed of a material that is going to be toxic to my cat if she drinks out of the fountain. She's an outdoor cat and loves to drink and play in running water. I suspect that she'll be drawn to the running water in the fountain and try to drink out of it. Does anyone know which solar powered bird fountains are made with materials that are safe for cats? [more inside]
Debian VPN server for iPhone to connect to?
Best open source VPN (server-side) software for an iPhone user? [more inside]
posted by evariste at 12:42 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by evariste at 12:42 AM PST - 15 comments
Experiences with pulsatile tinnitus?
Pounding sound in my left ear: how worried should I be? [more inside]
August 18
Trying to find a specific pair of stretchy Starter shorts!
Anyone know where to buy these simple Starter stretchy shorts? Here's what they look like. [more inside]
Forgetted term from physics/thermodynamics
There's a name for the principle stating that the bulk properties of a substance are a consequence of the ensemble average of the behaviors of the individual molecules comprising that substance. What is it? [more inside]
posted by mr_roboto at 10:29 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by mr_roboto at 10:29 PM PST - 21 comments
Help me find a book on fictional folk, with a super secret prize!
I'm trying to recall a (likely) out-of-print book. It was released in the eighties (or perhaps very early nineties). It was largely a comedic/humorous encyclopedia of various forms of fictional characters (fairies, dwarves, elves, etc). But... with a twist [more inside]
posted by The Giant Squid at 9:42 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by The Giant Squid at 9:42 PM PST - 8 comments
tattoo ideas to honor a buddhist.
i need a memorial tattoo idea to honor my partner who has unfortunately passed. [more inside]
posted by Soulbee at 9:27 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Soulbee at 9:27 PM PST - 25 comments
Inspector Gadget
Any recommendations/referrals for the most comprehensive and skilled home inspector or home inspection company in Northern Virginia? [more inside]
Dance disaster?
I'm a Luckey Cat!
Please help me find a picture of a specific Hello Kitty sticker. [more inside]
What kind of job can I get that involves working on the telephone from home and is challenging in some way?
What kind of job can I get that involves working on the telephone from home and that is challenging in some way? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 7:15 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by lunchbox at 7:15 PM PST - 16 comments
How do I grow garlic?
Can you help me grow garlic? [more inside]
From 70 year old print to digital media.
Building a searchable database of back issue LIFE magazine contents (1936-1972); articles, features, subjects, stories etc. What tools and how to proceed? [more inside]
How to maintain an iBrow piercing?
iBrowPiercingFilter:How do I take care of my dandy new eyebrow piercing? [more inside]
posted by alon at 6:53 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by alon at 6:53 PM PST - 17 comments
fine photography
Photographers: know an artist with sublime fine original prints of landscape photography? [more inside]
posted by uni verse at 6:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by uni verse at 6:07 PM PST - 8 comments
"You are stoooopid"
Can someone offer more information about this episode of "Dexter's Laboratory?" [more inside]
posted by Bryan Behrenshausen at 5:54 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Bryan Behrenshausen at 5:54 PM PST - 8 comments
How do you maintain your sanity while managing an overwhelming workload with multiple large projects?
Tips on preventing work burnout and handling job stress. How do you handle an overwhelming workload with grace and sanity? How can I quickly become a good project manager? What should I do until I have the project management skills to actually handle the workload I've been assigned? (I'm kind of freaking out here.) [more inside]
So I'm employed full-time, but not working much at all.
How do I bring up the lack of actual work at my job? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by anonymous at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Choo Choo Charlie Was An Engineer....
I have come into a large collection of N-Scale trains, rolling stock and track and would like some pointers to good websites for small layout practices etc. moen-sigh. [more inside]
posted by lampshade at 5:35 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by lampshade at 5:35 PM PST - 9 comments
Sonically complex, well recorded 2ch music please.
Sonically complex well recorded music in 2 channels to test my new hi-fi stereo system. So far, I've listened to... [more inside]
What did the I stand for in IHOP?
A recommendation for a place in London to get a hearty American-style breakfast? [more inside]
How can I become much less of a pessimist and negative thinker?
How can I become less of a pessimist and less of a negative thinker? [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape at 4:50 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by damn dirty ape at 4:50 PM PST - 20 comments
Tips on creating a transparent gif with white content?
Any hints on creating a transparent .gif that uses solely white content? [more inside]
"In war, brutality is good because it makes the war end quickly." I disagree; help me think about why.
Someone quoted to me a quote last night that was along the lines of, "War is a brutal and horrible thing, and the more brutal and horrible it is, the faster it's over." He used this both in defense of using nuclear bombs in WWII and in support of a similar approach for Iraq. I don't agree. [more inside]
posted by devilsbrigade at 3:08 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by devilsbrigade at 3:08 PM PST - 30 comments
Same payment, new lender - someone's making money, right?
A matter of curiosity: What's a mortgage worth? [more inside]
posted by azpenguin at 3:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by azpenguin at 3:06 PM PST - 11 comments
How to set up an 'emergency email' system for an older relative?
Help me find a program that can send an 'emergency email' at the click of a button/doubleclick of an icon, for a older relative with dialup internet access who lives alone. [more inside]
posted by tra at 2:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by tra at 2:44 PM PST - 21 comments
Where can I find summary information for a specific stock for days in the past? (more inside)
Where can I find summary information for a specific stock for days in the past? [more inside]
How to do a small business Vista rollout?
Is there a good document to help with determining the proper timing, method, and/or budget for installing Vista at a small business? [more inside]
terry's cool jacket
This should be easy for someone:
September Best Life magazine, page 81, Blackberry ad featuring Terry McBride of (the awesome) Nettwerk music label... what is that jacket he's wearing? I like.
Cheap and tasty dim sum in Los Angeles
Good--and cheap!--dim sum in Los Angeles? [more inside]
MP3 file organizer with alphabet top-level directory
Is there a free mp3 music organizer that will move files into a multi level directory structure with the first level being the letters of the alphabet or groups of letters? [more inside]
Playing soccer in a pick-up game around Somerville/Cambridge, MA?
I'm looking to play soccer regularly, and live in Somerville, MA. Weekday evenings or weekends. Where should I look? [more inside]
What is a good user / "client-side" alternative to using the Internet Explorer right-click "export to Excel" feature?
What is a good user / "client-side" alternative to using the Internet Explorer right-click "export to Excel" feature? [more inside]
How do I write a .Net compiler
Can anyone recommend a book (or online equivalent) that teaches the theory and practice of writing compilers, specifically those targeting the Microsoft CLR (ie .Net)? [more inside]
posted by Luddite at 10:22 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Luddite at 10:22 AM PST - 18 comments
Would wallpaper paste work?
Please help me locate a suitable fixing for my posters. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 9:59 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Solomon at 9:59 AM PST - 14 comments
What does the image on the back of this jumpsuit mean?
SymbolFilter: I have been at a few concerts of my favorite band, The Flaming Lips, over the summer, and several members of their crew have been wearing new red jumpsuits sporting
this symbol. I'm hoping the hive mind can help me decipher it. [more inside]
Who wrote that poem?
"Scotland is / the petrified vomit / of a fish supper." Who wrote that little poem? [more inside]
My pepper jelly recipe is not quite right. Help me fix it.
I'm looking for a good recipe for hot pepper jelly [more inside]
Distributed Probing?
Why hasn't anyone invented cheap space probes? Some kind of thing that could be sent up en mass to gather just base data we don't have on all the planets/moons/etc . . .? [more inside]
Tigers Or Yankees Bars On The North Side Of Chicago?
Where can I go this afternoon in Chicago to watch the Tigers/Yankees baseball game? [more inside]
How Did This Cat Die?
Yesterday afternoon one of the neighbours knocked on the door to tell me there was a dead cat in our driveway. I went out to look and it was, distressingly, one of the feral kittens that lives in our neighborhood. However, the cause of death wasn't immediately apparent and the more I thought about it, the more the circumstances seemed kind of odd. [more inside]
posted by AV at 6:40 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by AV at 6:40 AM PST - 22 comments
Where can I learn to sew in Washington, DC?
Where can I learn to sew in Washington, DC? [more inside]
Is it required that you need a print server to print over a wifi connection?
Is there any way to emulate a print server? [more inside]
Ms. Not-too-bad?
I'm picky about friends and lovers. How much should I compromise? [more inside]
posted by mpls2 at 5:12 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by mpls2 at 5:12 AM PST - 23 comments
Gift for girlfriend going away for gardening school
Help me fill a giftbag for my girlfriend. She is moving away for a year attending a school on professional gardening. I want to give her a few inexpensive things that she will find useful when we are away from each other. So far i only came up with a nice hand cream she can use after a day of digging. Would love some suggestions from mefiites.
Child will not eat at school
How do I get my daughter to eat her school lunches? [more inside]
Help Me Convince The Electric Company That We Are Not Going To Stiff Them
We received a menacing letter today from our electric provider. They stated that since our last few bills have been late (which I don't dispute) we will now be required to pay a $200 "security deposit"... BUT... We have a 13-year payment history with them, at the same address, so where is the logic in suddenly requiring a "security deposit" that we obviously can't afford? Is there any way I can convince them to not do this to us? Please read the background info inside before responding. [more inside]
posted by amyms at 1:00 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by amyms at 1:00 AM PST - 30 comments
August 17
Where can I buy passion fruit in San Francisco?
Where can I buy passion fruit in San Francisco?
Smelly face?
What would cause my face to...smell? [more inside]
Organized backing up of many mp3s to DVD
Help me burn my 100GB of Mp3s to DVD in some sort of organized fashion! (Mac) [more inside]
Which documentary film director am I thinking of?
Help me find the name of a relatively famous/successful documentary filmmaker I met in a plane a few months ago! [more inside]
LASERBLAST!
Does reverse product placement exist? By that I mean, placing a competitor's product in an uncool enviornment in order to discourage sales. [more inside]
posted by furiousxgeorge at 10:05 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by furiousxgeorge at 10:05 PM PST - 18 comments
help me identify this talisman!
please help me identify this beautiful feather... [more inside]
Name this tune from a Commodore 64 game
Please help me name this tune. It was featured in "Summer Games" for the Commodore 64, but it's not the Olympic theme song nor a national anthem (or is it?).
posted by adrian_h at 9:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by adrian_h at 9:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Chemical Brothers + Romania = help getting tickets!
Can you help me order tickets to see the Chemical Brothers live in Romania? [more inside]
posted by c:\awesome at 9:25 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by c:\awesome at 9:25 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I determine comuter drive speed?
How do I determine computer drive speed? It's an old Dell Inspiron running XP.
posted by anticlock at 8:49 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by anticlock at 8:49 PM PST - 3 comments
How do I make use of this weight lifting kit?
I moved into a new apartment and in the closet was a discarded weight lifting kit: 3 bars and 100 lbs in weights, soplit between 2.5, 5 and 10 lb weights. How do I get into the routine? [more inside]
Wealthiest areas in Washington state?
Which are the top five wealthiest neighborhoods in Seattle or top five wealthiest cities in Washington? [more inside]
Helpful guides for writing a dissertation?
What guidebooks did you find helpful for the writing of a doctoral dissertation? (I'm writing a dissertation on literature, but guidebooks with a broader disciplinary scope are OK too, if you think they are particularly good.)
posted by limon at 6:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by limon at 6:51 PM PST - 8 comments
two computers in one?
I have one computer and two hard drives. I'd like to emulate 2 completely separate computers. That is, each hard drive will have a separate Windows XP image and I will choose at startup which one to boot. OK so far, but, I do not want either Win XP image to ever see or interact with the other one in any way. If I am running from one hard drive, I want the other one to be completely invisible. Possible? [more inside]
What's a good walkie-talkie?
I'm looking for some walkie-talkies (two way radio) but I've been spoiled with military quality gear for most of my life. What are good commercial walkie-talkies, and where can I get them? [more inside]
Why won't Foodworks work for me?
Fickle Foodworks filter: so I've just entered two recipes into foodworks. One of them has yielded all the macro/micronutrients by weight in the analysis pane, but the other one has just come up with "?g" next to every nutrient. I entered both recipes in in exactly the same way, so why isn't the second one giving me any love?
Should I get a new PC or a 360?
Bioshock is looking awsome, along with several other games, but I will need an xbox360 or a PC upgrade. Which would the hivemind recommend? [more inside]
posted by slavlin at 5:25 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by slavlin at 5:25 PM PST - 26 comments
Help.flv?
I want to send a video on CD to an unsophisticated user of a Macintosh computer. [more inside]
posted by gum at 4:56 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by gum at 4:56 PM PST - 12 comments
Has anyone ever started or managed a company library?
Has anyone ever started or managed a company library? [more inside]
Xylophile
Help me find more songs featuring a xylophone. [more inside]
Where do muscular/broad-chested guys get their clothing?
Where do muscular/broad-chested guys get their clothing? [more inside]
Was I born every minute, too?
Buying a used car from a dealer who bought it at an auction - and he doesn't have the title. [more inside]
How un/safe is it to drink alcohol while on antibiotics?
Is there anything really wrong with (moderate? binge?) drinking while taking a course of antibiotics... or is my (frequently preachy, moralizing, unctuous, underfunded, dodgy-quality) free clinic just trying to pull one over on me? [more inside]
Car was totalled, unbeknowst to us.
Do we have any legal recourse if a car dealership lied to us about our car having been totaled before we bought it? [more inside]
posted by virtualcourtney at 3:13 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by virtualcourtney at 3:13 PM PST - 15 comments
Hurricane tracking reliability.
Has anyone tracked the historical accuracy of different types of hurricane trajectory prediction models? [more inside]
posted by The Straightener at 2:14 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by The Straightener at 2:14 PM PST - 7 comments
Yes, I will probably abandon Metafilter because of how often flaming comments are deleted.
If all that ‘be yourself’ dating advice here ever annoyed you, then this question’s for you. Tips for stopping being oneself, when that is counterproductive? [more inside]
posted by Aidan Kehoe at 2:06 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by Aidan Kehoe at 2:06 PM PST - 32 comments
Ugly names for access points?
Help me name my WiFi AP in such a way that no one will want to connect to it. [more inside]
posted by fake at 1:55 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by fake at 1:55 PM PST - 55 comments
Does my anti-inflammatory drugs suppressing my acne have any negative long-term effects?
I'm currently on rather strong (NS) anti-inflammatories for a medical condition. As a side-effect, my (mild) acne has has cleared up almost entirely. I'm making the most of the situation by binging on chocolate now that I have the chance, but is this going to come back and bite me in the ass once I go off the anti-inflammatories? What purpose, if any, does the inflammation of acne serve, and what are the consequences of it being suppressed?
Where can I go to hear a sonic boom?
Online Broadcasting Worth Watching
Looking for decent online viewing, ideally science/documentary programming by public broadcasting networks. [more inside]
posted by JaySunSee at 1:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by JaySunSee at 1:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Air plz?
Facist housing says we can't open our windows because it will set the fire alarms off...really? [more inside]
alternatives to del.icio.us?
When I import my 700 bookmarks into http://del.icio.us they are automatically set to "not shared." I understand this is to prevent spam, and I have been unable to find an alternative to manually setting each link to "share."
Is there a solution I have overlooked? Or, is there a cooler/niftier alternative to del.icio.us that I should be using instead? Thank you.
posted by craniac at 12:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by craniac at 12:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Monthly vs Every two weeks
My mortgage lender sent an offer in the mail that I could change from monthly payments to payments every two weeks. This would be good for me, bad for them. Why? [more inside]
posted by poppo at 12:35 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by poppo at 12:35 PM PST - 21 comments
Pull a single blog post from one of my blogs into another?
Very occasionally, I'd like to be able to pull a **single** post from one of my blogs into another. In other words, not just link to it, but actually have the post in Blog A show up as a post in Blog B, without having to re-type it and duplicate content. Does anyone know a way to do this? I don't want to scrape the entire feed for all posts in Blog A into Blog B. Thanks!
Hunka hunka burnin' lungs
Help me get bronchitis! (yes, you read that right.) [more inside]
Legit I-95 Philly-Balto travel advisories sought
Can anyone give specific, reasonable predictions regarding anticipated duration of delay on I-95 (Philly to Balto.) at various times of the weekend this fall? [more inside]
i want to be LESS muscular
USB High Definiton Webcam: How to record?
How do I record high definition (HD) video at at least 24 fps using a webcam? [more inside]
posted by bryanjbusch at 12:00 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by bryanjbusch at 12:00 PM PST - 10 comments
sewing classes in Portland
Where should I take sewing classes in Portland, OR? [more inside]
I saw a man, and he danced with his wife.
What's happening in Chicago end of Sept? [more inside]
posted by weapons-grade pandemonium at 11:34 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by weapons-grade pandemonium at 11:34 AM PST - 11 comments
Did King Tutankhamun have to travel with a passport?
Did King Tutankhamun have to travel with a passport? [more inside]
posted by GuyZero at 11:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by GuyZero at 11:23 AM PST - 14 comments
Anyone seen those fighter planes over Chicago today
Anyone know why there are two F14 fighter jets flying back and forth over Chicago today? At one point I saw them escorting a much smaller plane that looks like it may be an old WWII fighter plane. I've been hearing these huge sonic booms for hours now.
posted by postergeist at 11:23 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by postergeist at 11:23 AM PST - 30 comments
Oh Woolrich why have you stopped making my shorts?
I need some new men's cargo shorts. I used to get these Woolrich shorts, except they had a drawstring. I want the drawstring. I need the drawstring. I love the drawstring.
I also want a short inseam (6"). Long shorts that come to my knees make me feel like I'm 5 years old.
Tried LL Bean, Eddie Bauer, Old Navy, REI, Land's End, Gap, and J Crew, but it all ended in sadness and despair. Ask Metafilter, please show me that there is still sunshine in this world.
In search of an electronics hobbyist store in the East Bay
Does anyone know of a good electronics hobbyist store in the East Bay? [more inside]
posted by zeoslap at 11:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by zeoslap at 11:01 AM PST - 3 comments
XPExplorer Views
Exploer views in XP: Is there a way to effectively manage these? The only way I know to change views is to a)change each folder view manually, or b) go to Tools>Options>View>Apply (this view) to all folders. Any software or tips? [more inside]
posted by Zimm at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Zimm at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I fix this?
My mom and my husband have become bitter enemies. Is there anything I can do to make it better? If so, what? [more inside]
Extracting my life in photos - why does gzip hate me?
I have 4GB of photos spanning the last 7 years of my life - they're sitting on my linux webserver and the other day I compressed the directory using the gzip command while I reinstalled my photo album software.
When I went to extract the gz file, it just gives me an extensionless file as opposed to the directory structure that it once was.
I have a bad feeling the directory structure wasn't preserved when the file was compressed.
I have tried extracting it but to no avail but I know there are photos in there, because when I head the file there's a clear file name in it.
Is there anything I can do to get at least the files back? I don't care if I lose the directory structure at this point, just as long as I get the photos back.
After Five is alive?
What should a man wear to a wedding with an "after five" dress code? [more inside]
posted by jcwagner at 9:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by jcwagner at 9:56 AM PST - 12 comments
How to find Pentel RSVP fine point pens
Where can I find Pentel RSVP Fine Point pens for cheap? [more inside]
UniformFilter! Help me find cool work uniforms.
I work in a public computer lab at the library. We're thinking it might be nice to have an easily-identifiable uniform so the computer users don't have to go around asking people if they work here. We're thinking shirts only, but we don't really want boring polo-style shirts. (And if you have ideas that include bottoms, bring 'em on.) [more inside]
posted by Jaie at 9:24 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by Jaie at 9:24 AM PST - 44 comments
I hate this thing anyway, but maybe you can help me hate it less.
My boss' Palm Treo 750 is just plain screwed-up, and this means my task for the day is fixing it. I have never laid eyes on this thing before. Help! [more inside]
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 9:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 9:05 AM PST - 5 comments
What graphic design book to buy?
If I buy only one intro book on graphic design, what should it be? [more inside]
Client with cancer?
A relatively new client sent out a mass email this morning detailing the results of his recent biopsy, which came back positive for cancer. How do I respond? [more inside]
iTunes cleanup questions.
I want to clean up my iTunes library. How do I rename my music folder? How do I get rid of duplicates? and dead links? [more inside]
posted by lou at 8:47 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by lou at 8:47 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me pick a flash-based mp3 player for my mom.
Please help me choose a flash-based mp3 player that will be easy (and loud enough) for my almost-62-year old mom to use while exercising. [more inside]
The best way to heat concrete?
What is the best way to heat a 600 square foot concrete slab? [more inside]
How Accurate Are Television Depictions of American Courtrooms?
Is it really that dramatical/theatrical in a court of law? [more inside]
How do I retitle everything I own in DC?
On the advice of my attorney, I have created a living trust to be the official owner of all my possessions. That way, when I die, Sra. and Baby Carp don't have to wait for stuff to go through probate. The one part I am missing is that I have to put all real estate, financial accounts, and vehicles into the name of the trust. The accounts are easy, but I can't find where to change the title to our house in DC or to our vehicles, also in DC. So, how do I go about re-titling, well, everything?
Death by nicotine patch - how?
In the movie "Thank You For Smoking", there is a scene of kidnapping and attempted murder by nicotine patch. Could this really happen, and if so, has it actually been used as "murder weapon" before? [more inside]
posted by twiki at 7:33 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by twiki at 7:33 AM PST - 17 comments
Help me find someone in Chicago who can fix my porch this year.
Please help me find a good contractor on the north side of Chicago to fix my porch. [more inside]
What other great escape movies are out there?
Lately I’m obsessed with movies featuring prison breaks. Some of the recent ones I’ve seen are: The Great Escape, Stalag 17, Escape from Alcatrez, Shawshank Redemption (of course), Papillon, No Escape, The Scarlet Pimpernel…. What are some good ones I haven’t seen yet?
Date ideas in Austin?
The wife and I moved from Dallas down to Austin just last week. As this is our first weekend in the new city without the burden of unpacking, we would like to go out and do something romantic in celebration of a new chapter in our lives. [more inside]
Z-tape woes, help me simplify!
Help me simplify my cash register reporting! [more inside]
Best-selling UK childrens' books
Best-selling childrens' novels of the last 20 years (age 8+)? [more inside]
What happens to a mortgage if the lender goes bankrupt?
If my home mortgage holder is Countrywide (it is), what happens, in practical terms, if Countrywide were to go bankrupt? Would they call the loan, forcing us to get financing elsewhere to cover it? Or would another lender assume the debt without our having to take any action? Or what?
posted by saulgoodman at 6:29 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by saulgoodman at 6:29 AM PST - 8 comments
Just how good does your credit have to be to qualify for 0% financing on a car loan?
Just how good does your credit have to be to qualify for 0% financing on a car loan? [more inside]
Versatile Mobile/Cell Phone Cameras
Whats the best cell/mobile phone camera for streetphotography/interior snapshots ? [more inside]
"On a PC" joke music video - where to find it now?
Several years ago on a (UK) computing magazine there was a music video by one of their columnists. I think it's called "On a PC". Any ideas if any copies still exist? [more inside]
Unknown Song
I'm looking for Thai music for my restaurant
I'm looking for Thai music for my restaurant [more inside]
Is the way I'm feeding my cats making them sick?
How can I avoid killing my friend's cats? I'm taking care of them and I'm terrified that I'm doing a very bad job. [more inside]
Why are you American?
What does it mean to you (yes, YOU there, reading this) to be an American? [more inside]
posted by bam at 3:41 AM PST - 128 comments
posted by bam at 3:41 AM PST - 128 comments
Help me get to the garden! How can I unlock the patio doors?
In our new house, I can't work out how to get out of the double glazed sliding patio doors. They are locked, and I think I have the key (well, I have a key), but they just won't open. What am I missing? [more inside]
posted by handee at 3:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by handee at 3:14 AM PST - 11 comments
Get your hands off my mannequin! Need to find an old Axe body spray commercial!
I'm looking for an Axe commercial from a few years ago. A girl sprays a mannequin with Axe, takes a big whiff and walks away. Enter another girl who smells him, then proceeds to incessentantly grope the mannequin. Orginial sprayer girl comes back and snaps "Get your hands off may MAN-nequin." Hilarious. Where, oh where, can I find it? Youtube and Google seem to be failing me.
August 16
I do care...
I work with a couple of 'staight-edge' kids- give me some smart background questions... [more inside]
Agent for service of process for very large banks?
How can I find out who the agent for service of process is for very large banks?
Where did it go?
Mac OS X question for you, MeFi. My fiancee's 120 gig hd has 40 gigs missing. [more inside]
posted by The Castle at 9:20 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by The Castle at 9:20 PM PST - 16 comments
How fast can I fll an Xbox 360 20GB hard drive?
I know the differences between the Xbox 360 Premium and Elite editions, but I cannot find anything about the size of downloads. How fast will I fill up a 20gb hard drive? Should I spring for the Elite and get the 120gb? Are the demos, movies, XBLA games, and TV shows going to fill 20gb in a week? Does anyone even use the downloads? Thanks!
posted by EduTek at 8:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by EduTek at 8:51 PM PST - 9 comments
How does natural selection account for male pattern balding?
How does natural selection account for male pattern balding?
posted by airguitar at 8:28 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by airguitar at 8:28 PM PST - 54 comments
text entry problem with safari
I cannot enter text with the Safari browser, in the main window (like to login into any site or post a comment here) with the keyboard, though I can enter text in the URL and search bars. Also, I can cut and paste text within a field, just not type it in, the cursor does blink and highlighting text to cut works as normal. Strange! [more inside]
posted by 6550 at 8:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by 6550 at 8:04 PM PST - 2 comments
Supplement (or other solution) for PMS cravings?
Supplement (or other solution) for PMS cravings? [more inside]
Help me orgainize five years of media spread across several media!
How do I put all pictures (videos, all extensions) on my computer into one folder, and then delete the duplicates-and pics with the same name should be renamed if different? [more inside]
posted by Izzmeister at 7:34 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Izzmeister at 7:34 PM PST - 12 comments
Is there a way to search PDF metadata in Vista?
Is there a way to search PDF metadata in Vista? [more inside]
posted by chrisWhite at 7:30 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by chrisWhite at 7:30 PM PST - 3 comments
Ant Colonies in my Pot Plants
Why are there ants setting up nests in my pot plants?! Every time I water my lavendar, Geraldton Wax (Aust native) and my mint bush, ants start pouring out of the ground in their hundreds. I suspect they are also making the dirt in my pots 'hard' - the water seems to just run off it instead of soaking in. I have tried stabbing the dirt with a chopstick around the plants to airate the soil and get some water down to the roots, but the ants persist. Any help/ suggestions?
Will a (Steam) Radiator Ruin My Rattan Couch?
I found a relative bargain on a super comfortable rattan couch. It's still real expensive, but, at half price, it's conceivably within my splurge budget. And I love the couch.
The problem is it's going in a room with a steam-powered radiator, and will sit quite close to that radiator. And someone knowledgable tells me that the moist heat of a radiator will ruin (or at least hasten the demise of) the rattan. I'd hate to see that happen, particularly at this price! [more inside]
Places to tie up some time (and myself) in Bermuda
Places to tie up some time (and myself) in Bermuda. What to do and where to go? Big explanation and a 2-part question with potentially NSFW topics and links inside. [more inside]
How To Save Money
Car Insurance + Home Owners Insurance = Saving $$ ? [more inside]
How to calculate air conditioning efficiency?
Need some advice on how to calculate 'efficiency' of a potential home-brew air conditioning set up. [more inside]
posted by woodblock100 at 6:20 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by woodblock100 at 6:20 PM PST - 12 comments
Is it a good idea to disaasemble my electric guitar for air travel?
Is it a good idea (or even practical) to disassemble an electric guitar for air travel? [more inside]
posted by lenny70 at 6:15 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by lenny70 at 6:15 PM PST - 19 comments
Auto tagging MP3s based on a textfile
MP3 tagging: I have hundreds and hundreds of songs tagged with the title like this: Stairway_To_Heaven. In a Word file, fixing this is trivial, and I could save that to a txt file. Is there tagging software that will rename by pulling from a text file? Windows only, please.
Ice cream sandwiches!
I'd like to make ice cream sandwiches at home, but don't want to use cookies or brownies. I'd like a recipe to make the cake-like part of the sandwich, as shown here. I'm having trouble finding a recipe - googling brings me a barrage of recipes using all the things I don't want. Does anyone know the recipe for the traditional chocolate 'cakes' I'm craving?
posted by youngergirl44 at 5:48 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by youngergirl44 at 5:48 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I install a shelf on poorly-installed drywall?
How do I anchor a heavy-load shelf to a drywall/plaster wall? The trick: there are no studs and a brick wall is directly behind the ~1"-2" thick wall. [more inside]
Needles in my eyes
The end is near. Now, how do we expedite it? I'm talking about a house renovation, and a contractor who is trying to shake more money out of our pockets at the 11th hour. What would you pay for, knowing that this guy can make our lives a living hell with a mechanical lien or litigation. More inside ... [more inside]
posted by terrier319 at 5:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by terrier319 at 5:20 PM PST - 7 comments
sitepal.com or castration via rusty spoon? I'll take the spoon, please.
Help me convince a co-worker, by pointing me to credible sources online (or offline, if necessary), that adding "web avatars" to web pages, such as those found at sitepal.com, are a HORRIBLE idea. I am primarily concerned with issues dealing with usability + accessibility problems and eye socket/ear drum bleeding caused by such things.
posted by basicchannel at 5:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by basicchannel at 5:07 PM PST - 7 comments
How to Sell a Small Phone Business
How can my friend market and sell his small phone business so that he can finally retire? [more inside]
How to remove a blue stain from my friends carpet.
How to remove a deep blue Lysol toilet cleaner stain in the carpet [more inside]
posted by unsurmountable at 2:32 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by unsurmountable at 2:32 PM PST - 4 comments
Help a teacher share
My school teacher SO would like to start posting the lesson plans she's written online. She'd like for others to be able to find them via search engines. What would be the best platform do this on an ongoing basis? [more inside]
posted by Gilbert at 2:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Gilbert at 2:30 PM PST - 14 comments
Video DJ software for live-adjusting speed/hue/brightness/etc.?
I need to find software that will let me tweak the speed, hue, saturation, brightness, etc. of videos live -- and any other effects but those are the basics. Mac or PC. [more inside]
posted by jruckman at 1:34 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by jruckman at 1:34 PM PST - 8 comments
Bend me, shape me
Help me find employers willing to train smart, talented folks in a new field. [more inside]
Vietnam with kids
Anyone have any words of advice regarding the wisdom of traveling to Vietnam with our two twin seven year old daughters in March? [more inside]
I wanna @*&!ing drive
How can I pass my driving test?
I live in London, so previous questions could be more specific to me. [more inside]
posted by Myeral at 12:58 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Myeral at 12:58 PM PST - 23 comments
What should I keep firesafe on a USB stick?
Wife and I finally got a proper fireproof document box. We have the usual birth certificates, kids SS cards etc. But one feature of the box is it claims it will keep digital media safe for 1/2 hour at 1500ºF. I want to put a USB stick in there but I am not sure what to put on it. Any suggestions?
Python beginner with an exception handling question.
[PythonFilter] How does one handle specific errno of a built-in exception? [more inside]
posted by nilihm at 12:55 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by nilihm at 12:55 PM PST - 10 comments
mounting paper to wood
What is the best way to mount paper to wood? [more inside]
posted by logic vs love at 12:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by logic vs love at 12:50 PM PST - 12 comments
My little brother is a furry?
So it turns out my kid brother might be a furry. Is this normal? [more inside]
Sloppy Kisses
Why am I a sloppy kisser? [more inside]
What's up with my Ulysses?
What is this stamp on my 50 dollar bill? [more inside]
My sister who rarely reads has come to me for book suggestions. Please help me suggest books that might make her a lifetime reader.
My sister who rarely reads has come to me for book suggestions. Please help me suggest books that might make her a lifetime reader. [more inside]
moving from chicago to london: recommend a cost-effective storage/shipping company, please...
moving from chicago to london: recommend a cost-effective storage/shipping company, please... [more inside]
Best font-management tool for Windows?
What is the best font-management utility for Windows? [more inside]
Sound Fresheners
Can anyone suggest a noise generator to mask, er... bathroom noises? [more inside]
Looking for martial arts school in New Orleans
Looking for martial arts school in the New Orleans area [more inside]
How to decomplie a Plucker file format
How can I extract the original HTML from a Plucker .pdb file? [more inside]
Is kink curable?
Invisible iPod!
My friend's 1GB iPod Nano is recognized in iTunes, but only kind-of... [more inside]
Rationale for access to water at Middle School
I have two 12 year old boys who just started a new middle school. They have access to water only at lunch time and two hurried, grab 3-4 sips at the water fountain twice a day. A doctor’s note will allow them to have a water bottle available, but I need help composing a permanent, rather than a temporary allowance for the water. [more inside]
posted by aliksd at 10:26 AM PST - 76 comments
posted by aliksd at 10:26 AM PST - 76 comments
Song from musical that starts with argument?
I'm looking for a song from any musical that starts off with two people arguing. Not a specific song, but any song like that. [more inside]
posted by duckierose at 10:19 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by duckierose at 10:19 AM PST - 27 comments
Foodie Filter: BBQ rib recipe
I'm trying to find a recipe for BBQ ribs that involves apple juice [more inside]
Diy wifi setup issues
I'm Looking to do some fairly custom wireless setups in my area and I have no idea of a place that would supply everything I need for cheap. I live in Canada so this location needs to ship to Canada preferably located in Canada.
Basically I need:
-Really Low loss cable for wifi 802.11. (i have heard LMR-400 is good for 10foot lengths or so)
-RP-TNC connectors
-MC-card connectors
-N-male connectors
-N-female Chasis mounts
In total im hoping to result in about 4-6 cables.
I'm really hoping for a one stop shop but if i have to order from more than one place to get this cheaper thats fine too. [more inside]
I need my taco fix.
I'm looking for a great breakfast taco joint in north Dallas... [more inside]
Mystery sink
Why would a sink in a public bathroom which had an automatic water sensor suddenly turn on even though there was no one nearby? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 10:09 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by mateuslee at 10:09 AM PST - 11 comments
Curb my internet addiction
I spend way too much time surfing the web and checking e-mail when I should be working on my job. My job requires that I use the computer, so I cannot simply turn the computer off. Is there a way that I can disable my web browser (Mozilla Firefox) for a set amount of time? [more inside]
Windows XP no longer resumes from standby
Suddenly my Gateway notebook computer won't come out of standby (that is, sleep mode or hibernate mode). [more inside]
Please help me identify these horror stories (an AskMe with a twist).
Help me identify these horror stories! Sounds like an everyday AskMe post, right? It's not. There's a twist here... [more inside]
posted by Faint of Butt at 9:39 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Faint of Butt at 9:39 AM PST - 16 comments
Opposite of Oreo?
Not About Cookies: What the opposite of an "oreo"? [more inside]
Curly toenails, oh my!
HomeRemedyFilter: Please help me with my incurvated toenails! [more inside]
posted by brina at 9:25 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by brina at 9:25 AM PST - 11 comments
Sexy young Mitt Romney photograph
Sexy young Mitt Romney photograph? [more inside]
posted by fugitivefromchaingang at 9:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by fugitivefromchaingang at 9:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Please help me save some $.
How do I go about drilling holes (for hanging things) in my flat without ruining my walls? [more inside]
posted by aherdofturtles at 9:15 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by aherdofturtles at 9:15 AM PST - 14 comments
seeking weird japanese fim title
last spring, there were postings about this long and quite weird japanese film about some folk singer, a girl practicing with a tennis racket, a tiny adult with boring name... what was its title?
posted by njohnson23 at 9:15 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by njohnson23 at 9:15 AM PST - 2 comments
Which programming languages should I learn?
Which programming languages should I learn? I'm a n00b interested in becoming a GIS analyst. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 9:10 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by desjardins at 9:10 AM PST - 9 comments
Hydroelectricity times N
Power generation: Let's say we have a hydroelectric dam. My understanding is that water turns a dynamo, which provides electricty.
It seems like there would be a way to use the same water flow more than once. Could we make raceways of some indeterminate length to get the water back up to speed with sufficient force to turn a second dynamo? Could this be repeated so that a single water flow powers some n dynamos?
What kind of constraints keep dams all over the world from doing this sort of thing?
posted by boo_radley at 9:06 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by boo_radley at 9:06 AM PST - 22 comments
Key wouldn't turn in ignition.
The key in my wife's Camry wouldn't turn until I jiggled the steering wheel. [more inside]
I went all days of thunder on that thing
DoINeedADoctorFilter: Yesterday, I was the bottom half of a two-car gokart pileup and the upper car landed on my right shin. [more inside]
Cost segregation - Real or scam
Taxing question regarding "Cost Segregation": Does it actually work? (More inside) [more inside]
Fulfillment Companies in L.A.?
I need fulfillment companies in L.A. but can't seem to find any. [more inside]
posted by theholotrope at 7:46 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by theholotrope at 7:46 AM PST - 2 comments
Decrease my productivity
I would like to play games, download stuff, play poker, check fantasy football, etc. from work. But there is some sort of filter/blocking thing. Can you give me easy ways to beat the system and not get in trouble? [more inside]
INLAND EMPIRE Soundtrack?
Anyone know if/when the soundtrack to David Lynch's INLAND EMPIRE is to be released? [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 7:27 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by hermitosis at 7:27 AM PST - 1 comment
Questions and recommendations about acoustic guitars
Questions about and recommendations for buying an acoustic guitar. [more inside]
posted by Meagan at 7:23 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Meagan at 7:23 AM PST - 29 comments
Antiques/thrifts off I-95 near Philly?
DC to Philly road trip - Any recommendations for neat antique or thrift stores along the way (ie, not far off I-95)? [more inside]
How does a group of people keep its priorities straight?
How does a group of people keep its priorities straight? [more inside]
Need a recommendation on the best management bonus/incentive models.
Need a recommendation on the best management bonus/incentive models. [more inside]
How many X in Y?
I'm looking for lists of things like: "How many strides in 100m?", "How many M&Ms in a packet?", "How many steps to the top of the Sears Tower?" Preferably with the answers too. [more inside]
Avoiding duplicate frames while encoding VCR output using MEncoder
Using MEncoder on Fedora 7 Linux and a bt878 TV card, how do I avoid or work around duplicate frames when encoding video from a VHS tape? [more inside]
Change must come from within.
SPSS-filter: How can I change the same property field of all my variables simultaneously? [more inside]
posted by lioness at 3:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lioness at 3:58 AM PST - 4 comments
Name that pain!
Stabbing painfilter- Help diagnose my stabbing abdominal pain! [more inside]
How to obtain license to perform on NYC streets / promote album?
How does one go about acquiring the permit for a band (not solo performer) to perform/busk on the streets of New York City? [more inside]
August 15
What experiences have you had with 401(k) rollovers?
What experiences have people had rolling 401(k)s over into traditional IRAs? [more inside]
posted by moz at 11:39 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by moz at 11:39 PM PST - 11 comments
Low result for a two-hour oral glucose tolerance test
Low result for a two-hour oral glucose tolerance test. What does that mean? [more inside]
Three lefts make a right except on Lombard
What driving software should my friend's British mum play to learn the American road sign system and develop the habit of driving on the (literal) right side of the road?
Toronto: What happens in Queen's Park after midnight?
Toronto: What happens in Queen's Park after midnight? [more inside]
posted by anthill at 10:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by anthill at 10:18 PM PST - 12 comments
Rental or store-bought?
Should I get married wearing a tuxedo or a suit? [more inside]
Help me mainline Showtime
Is there some way to get DRM-protected .wmv files to play on a Mac? Flip4Mac says they aren't supported--is there some 3rd party application that would do the trick? [more inside]
I come for the coffee but I stay for the scenery
I heart my barista.
I live in extremes and don't know how to subtly tell a cute boy that I like that I...um, like him, without sounding like I'm in 8th grade (which is how I feel, although I'm very much in my 20s.) [more inside]
This little piggy cried all the way home.
Should I go back to school for a second degree?
Should I go back to school for a second degree in something I feel very passionately about? [more inside]
How do I contact celebrities for interviews?
Where do I find the contact information for the press people/managers of celebrities (actors and the like) to interview them? [more inside]
posted by PandemicSoul at 8:46 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by PandemicSoul at 8:46 PM PST - 7 comments
I want that beautiful longlasting awesomness.
Growing hair back (stylishly) after shaving head
I shaved my head a while back and now I want to grow it out again. [more inside]
posted by panoptican at 8:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by panoptican at 8:01 PM PST - 14 comments
Ticket flying to another state.
I'm organizing a bachelor party for some old friends. One of them has just informed me that he has a outstanding ticket for driving with an expired license in the state the party will be in. He plans on paying this ticket, but probably won't be able to until some time after the party. Would he be held up at the airport for something like this? thanks
Two iTunes problems: track info and organizing
Two iTunes problems: changing individual track info and organizing my library. [more inside]
posted by goatdog at 7:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by goatdog at 7:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Political Theory
Political filter: Question about libertarian belief and the government vs big business [more inside]
posted by aetg at 7:38 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by aetg at 7:38 PM PST - 41 comments
currency exchange
Any opinions about foreign exchange brokers? How can one even tell who does only trades & who actually converts currency? [more inside]
Can you help me find some trendy, comfortable pants that aren't jeans?
PantsFilter: They no longer make my favorite kind of pants (Allen B. Men's line) so I need some recommendations for good, comfortable men's pants. [more inside]
iTunes to Flash?
What's the best way to turn an iTunes (Mac) playlist into a self-contained Flash player that will play the music in that playlist? It seems like someone should have already figured this out and created some kind of script that can do it, but I haven't been able to find any such thing.
Routing audio from Logic to Max/MSP?
Dear electronic musicians: Can I route an audio track/instrument in Logic Pro (v6) to a Max/MSP dac~ object (or any object)? On OS X. I'm tired of having to bounce tracks.
posted by xmutex at 6:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by xmutex at 6:57 PM PST - 6 comments
Why am I allergic to Tylenol?
Why am I allergic to tylenol (all its forms: tylenol cold, tylenol allergy, regualr tylenol, etc.), but I am not allergic to other medicines including acetaminophen? [more inside]
Finding a lawyer to write a home renovation contract in SF Bay Area
Inspired by this question: How can I find an attorney specializing in home renovation contracts in the San Francisco bay area? [more inside]
How much do mid-size companies pay for health care on behalf of their employees?
How can I determine or calculate the average amount a company pays for healthcare/benefits for a single full-time employee? [more inside]
Best free sites for obtaining personal data on the 'net?
What are the best free sites for locating people and obtaining personal information on the 'net other than Zaba Search?
Thanks!
Will I have to retake the CPA exam if I move?
If I take (and pass) the CPA Exam in one state, will I have to retake the exam if I move to another state?
posted by bkpr at 5:56 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by bkpr at 5:56 PM PST - 2 comments
Maybe FUD: "All the other sites have viruses."
I am creating and publishing-by-download an episodic, story-driven 3D computer game. I want to make the code GPL, and I'd prefer to release the art under Creative Commons. I also want to make mad cash. How can I swing this? [more inside]
How do I legitimately hijack website content?
HTML/Javascript: I need to "hijack" website content so that it appears to be hosted by a different domain (with the full knowledge and cooperation of all parties). [more inside]
posted by jedicus at 5:25 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jedicus at 5:25 PM PST - 7 comments
Where to stay and how much to pay on the West Coast?
Have I got the right budget for my LA->SF drive? What are the hotels / motels really like? Are there any "bargain" towns or price blackspots? [more inside]
posted by wackybrit at 5:22 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by wackybrit at 5:22 PM PST - 14 comments
I'll take my eggs easy over while I read my mazagine.
LinguisticsFilter: A friend of mine tends to unintentionally mix her words at times. What is this called? Examples within.... [more inside]
posted by nevercalm at 5:07 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by nevercalm at 5:07 PM PST - 22 comments
Big Bus?
What's the best open-top bus line in London?
posted by chuckdarwin at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by chuckdarwin at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Los Angeles: How do I find an internship in mechanical engineering?
How do I find a paid internship or part-time job in mechanical engineering that will work around my school schedule (in Los Angeles)? [more inside]
Eagle, Alaska ????
I am rereading John McFees "Coming Into The Country" and I find myself wondering the same thing that I did the last time I read it. That is, "What are all those people in Eagle, Alaska doing now?" I found a nice aerial view on Google maps, and a site for their historical museum, however, what I would like to find is another book. Any suggestions?
posted by haikuku at 4:09 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by haikuku at 4:09 PM PST - 3 comments
Stop my Wireless from disconnecting when idle
When I leave my PC on during the day while I'm out, it disconnects from the wireless router, stopping any downloads I have running. if I'm at home using it this never happens. [more inside]
Help me track down this absurd South African poster
During a visit to my mother's fiancée's family in South Africa nearly 14 years ago, we picked up an interesting poster. If memory serves, it was large (perhaps 5x4) and showed a slow-shutter-speed closeup of a dove flying towards the viewer. Above the dove was written "The South African Police:" and below the dove it read "We're here for you".
We thought this was hilarious, as all three of us are black and at the time, the South African police force was not known to be exactly warm and friendly. The poster has since been lost during our numerous moves, and my mother never married the gentleman. But I'd like to find the poster. Does anyone remember this or know where I can look to get it?
Prior AskMeFi threads and new answers on the subject of a restless kid moving to Brooklyn?
Help a nervous kid sort through all the helpful AskMeFi threads already out there to answer this question: I'm moving from the Bay Area to Brooklyn - how can I do it effectively? [more inside]
I'm looking for a picture site. And it's NOT Flickr.
What is the name of the picture site where you can search different categories of pictures (funny, sexy, sick, etc) and when You click on a pic, it shows you THAT picture and three others below it, smaller, in a similar vein? [more inside]
What purpose is served by my ob-gyn inserting his finger in my ass during a pap smear?
I went to a new doctor on a recommendation from a friend to get Implemnon (sp?). The ob-gyn performed a pap smear (it's been a year since my last one). At the end of it, he stuck his finger in my ass -- he was feeling my belly at the same time. Why did he do it?
Should I call a lawyer or his mother?
My recovered stolen scooter is trashed. What can I do? [more inside]
A little pillow talk
Ribbons criss-cross over a thin wall-mounted cushion so that lots of photos can be tucked between the ribbons to form a collage. What the heck is this frame/mount/doohickey called? Googling for obvious phrases like "collage pillow" and "photo ribbon" turn up only unrelated items.
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 2:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 2:29 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me find a durable personal radio?
My boyfriend's portable radios keep breaking. Help me find him something more durable... [more inside]
Is a note from my parents OK?
Is the written statement of an absent witness admissible in traffic court? [more inside]
posted by chudder at 1:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by chudder at 1:59 PM PST - 10 comments
Developmental disability and sexuality
Parents of children or young adults with developmental disabilities: how have you dealt with sexuality issues? [more inside]
Maes in the UK?
In the UK, where can I buy Maes (the Belgian pilsner) in cans?
What are some fun things to do in Los Angeles with a 11-month-old?
What are some fun things to do in Los Angeles with a 11-month-old? [more inside]
posted by chinston at 1:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by chinston at 1:15 PM PST - 9 comments
You're not nobody until somebody loves you, but it sure is nice.
Help me help my 30 year-old friend get a date or something. [more inside]
Numbers in stock trading symbols?
Why can't you put numbers in a stock trading symbol? (Or can you?) For example, 3M is MMM, which works out, but it would have been easier for them to simply have 3M. (I tried to Google for the answer, but there are so many irrelevant hits.)
posted by ObeyScient at 1:03 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ObeyScient at 1:03 PM PST - 7 comments
I never finish anyth
How can I better manage my projects? [more inside]
What's the song used in the trailer for "Tell Me You Love Me"?
What's this song: There is a sample of a frustratingly familiar song used in the trailer for the upcoming HBO show "Tell Me You Love Me". (Click here to watch). [more inside]
posted by pants at 12:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by pants at 12:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me find the band "Album"
I received a mix-tape a while ago with a really great band on it that I can't find. I'm pretty sure they're called "Album," and I think the song was called "hormigas." The song was quite bleak and beautiful and I think it was sung in Spanish. It sounded a little post-rockish. [more inside]
posted by Baby_Balrog at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Baby_Balrog at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
Help us find a regular location for weekends away - starting in Birmingham, UK - by public transport
We want to find somewhere we can regularly visit, that is accessible from Birmingham by public transport (up to 3 hours) and not too expensive. Seaside would be the best option. A guesthouse or perhaps a caravan site. Where can we easily get to in that timescale? [more inside]
(please don't) Shake the Shack
I wanna dance but I am driving the neighbors crazy. Can I stop the shaking? [more inside]
My cat is too freaked out to eat. What do I do?
My adopted cat is freaked out about her new home, and getting more freaked out with each passing day. Now I'm afraid she's so freaked out she's not even emerging to eat or drink. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 11:59 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by anonymous at 11:59 AM PST - 23 comments
In A Bit of A Scrape
I'm looking to buy a raspado in New York City. A raspado apparently not only refers to the Mexican snow cone sold in the lower east side and in parts of Washington Heights from carts but also to the actual ice-scraping tool they use to make the snowcones. I'm looking to make mobile snowcones and these guy seem to know what they're doing. [more inside]
posted by pokeydonut at 11:38 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by pokeydonut at 11:38 AM PST - 10 comments
Calling All Rocket Scientists
Is it the impact that causes the missile/torpedo/what-have-you to explode? Or some sort of 'on-board' electronic targeting system that tells it to detonate? [more inside]
posted by ryecatcher at 11:27 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by ryecatcher at 11:27 AM PST - 13 comments
LED T shirts!
LED Shirts! NYC? [more inside]
This Heat song meaning
One of the best bands ever on Earth was the London postpunky combo This Heat. But what was their tune "The Fall Of Saigon" actually about? [more inside]
posted by Dee Xtrovert at 10:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Dee Xtrovert at 10:23 AM PST - 14 comments
Anonymous Medical Care
How can someone get an anonymous physical? [more inside]
posted by small_ruminant at 10:17 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by small_ruminant at 10:17 AM PST - 12 comments
Experience with micropledge.com?
Anyone had success with the micropledge.com funding service?
I'm curious to know if anyone has had success funding a project (or having a project funded) through micropledge.com.
How do I stall booking a business trip when I plan on resigning?
I am being pressured to make travel arrangements for a conference in October, but I plan on resigning sometime next week. How do I stall or get out of it without blowing my cover? I've already been stalling for a month, it's becoming more and more difficult to put it off. [more inside]
But I don't even wear a diaper!
So I think I gave myself diaper rash. How do I get rid of it, and how can I prevent it from happening again? [more inside]
Help me get a bridesmaid dress made in DC
How to get a custom bridesmaid dress made in the Washington, DC area? Any vendor recommendations, concepts of how much it might cost/how much time it will take to get a custom bridesmaid dress, and advice on how to work with the dressmaker? This is all new to me.... [more inside]
Find me a great suit jacket, quick!
I'm tall (6'4"), I'm skinny (195lbs), and I need a black suit jacket before the end of the day today (I have the pants, but I'll buy new ones if need be). Obviously the time constraint eliminates any kind of custom garment. Basically, I need to know what stores I should be looking at in New York City -- I like a closer, more European fit, and I don't want to break the bank. First stop is H&M, but I'm not optimistic about what I'll find there. Other suggestions?
babyblog, babybook
How to convert a Blogger blog to a printed book? [more inside]
posted by papercake at 8:29 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by papercake at 8:29 AM PST - 3 comments
How to add wireless to a non-wireless router?
I'm looking for a wireless adapter. Something I can just plug into an Ethernet port/cord and that will add wireless functionality to a non wired router? [more inside]
Keyboard shortcuts to control monitor brightness in Mac OS X
How might one go about creating a shortcut to controlling monitor brightness with a Mac Powerbook running Tiger (this problem also existed in 10.3) for a Keyspan remote? [more inside]
posted by kenneth at 8:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by kenneth at 8:28 AM PST - 3 comments
Hiring a headhunter to hunt for me?
Headhunter filter: I know that companies can hire headhunters to fill available positions. I'd like to do the opposite: Can I hire someone to find a job for me?
Broken Bike
What should I do? Recently, I was on a bike tour and had work done on my bike. The guy did not do a good job. [more inside]
posted by backwords at 8:25 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by backwords at 8:25 AM PST - 17 comments
Is there a significant benefit to using a ficticious name when incorporating?
Is there a significant benefit to using a ficticious name when incorporating? [more inside]
Windows XP update nightmare - can't download!
Updated XP now my computer doesn't download anything. [more inside]
Am I going to get rabies?
I'm going on vacation in two weeks...the vacation was planned sort of on a whim about a month ago, and one thing I hadn't considered was vaccines. Now, being a worrywart and knowing I have hypochondriac potential, I am freaking out wondering if one of the planned activities is too risky. Please help me decide whether I should cancel this activity, or whether I am being insane. [more inside]
posted by catfood at 7:55 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by catfood at 7:55 AM PST - 16 comments
Please, don't make me read twelfth night for the 5th time
EnglishMajorFilter: What class(es) should I take? [more inside]
posted by nuclear_soup at 7:47 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by nuclear_soup at 7:47 AM PST - 22 comments
Suddenly.... *HAND SHOOTS OUT OF THE GROUND*
Where does the "hand shooting up from out of the grave" movie cliché come from? [more inside]
I need to add a drop down list of email addresses to a basic html form, so you can pick who you are sending it to.
I need to add a drop down list of email addresses to a basic html form, so you can pick who you are sending it to. [more inside]
Female plumbing filter: routing issues?
Shouldn't the uterus empty from above, not the side? [more inside]
SF Bound
Looking for suggestions for a clean/cheap hostel, hotel in San Francisco... within walking distance to Market/Van Ness if possible, or near public transportation that'll get me there.
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:58 AM PST - 10 comments
Eight-balled by a lien
Hired a contractor for a major renovation. Job was completed on time and according to spec. Then--at the end of the affair--my property is slapped with a lien for nonpayment by a third-party supplier! [more inside]
posted by Gordion Knott at 6:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Gordion Knott at 6:56 AM PST - 12 comments
There Is No Category for Mohel on Yelp
We just moved to Austin, TX and have a new baby boy due next month. Of course I wait until the last minute, but does anyone have any recommendations for a mohel (ritual Jewish circumciser) in the Austin area? The ceremony will not be huge, since we do not know anyone here yet.
My wife is not Jewish, so s/he would have to be accepting of that.
posted by JLobster at 6:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by JLobster at 6:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Chemis-tea Question
My wife and I like our Iced Tea different, She likes her's sweet and I like mine not so sweet. Our tea recipes are basically the same. Take a pot of water, add tea bags (8 or so), boil, add sugar, dilute with water. We're making a gallon at a time.
Assuming that we both use 8 tea bags, boil the same amount of time, and add enough water to make a gallon of tea.... if we start with different amounts of water, do we end up with the same "strength" tea? [more inside]
Looking for paradise in Thailand
Traveling to Thailand, but we don't want to relive "The Beach." [more inside]
Why does "primo piano" = "Association of Bologna"?
Why does Babelfish translate "primo piano" in Italian as "Association of Bologna" in English? [more inside]
posted by No-sword at 6:34 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by No-sword at 6:34 AM PST - 4 comments
Can't find an inexpensive cd club containing some of the artists that I like.
BMG sucks! Help me find a cd club that has artists such as Ani DiFranco, Old Crow Medicine Show, Cowboy Mouth, Colbie Caillat, Nickel Creek, and The Waifs. [more inside]
I need advice on dealing with a car insurance claim.
I need advice on dealing with a car insurance claim. The insurance company's offer is too low and I think I may have screwed myself. [more inside]
Why do my thighs randomly break out with pimples?!
What are these pimples on my thigh? As you can see by the pics [1,2] my thigh is currently breaking out with some kind of pimples. This happens every so often, but I see no pattern. [more inside]
posted by jimdanger at 5:08 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by jimdanger at 5:08 AM PST - 10 comments
Internet Friends. I'm having a hard time letting go.
I'm at a point in my life where I have to break off some friendships I've made online and am finding it tough. [more inside]
Where and how can I purchase WWD Accessories Fall (I'm not in the US, obviously)?
Where and how can I purchase WWD Accessories Fall? I'm not in the US, obviously. [more inside]
SQL Combinations
Any SQL / math ninja's on the green fancy a quick challenge..? So I've got this table containing number pairs, right, and I need to compute all the possible combinations. [more inside]
posted by whoojemaflip at 3:38 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by whoojemaflip at 3:38 AM PST - 25 comments
Macbook hard drive recovery
My wife's Macbook 60gb hard drive has started clicking and disappeared from startup. Can't access it it any way and would like to get our wedding and honeymoonn photos from it - any recommendations on data recovery services in London for mac sata hard drives? Best quote I've had so far is £300. [more inside]
Advice on balancing late night social life with sleep problems?
How to balance sleep problems with a collegiate lifestyle? [more inside]
How much do the musical acts make on the county fair circuit?
How much do the musical acts make on the county fair circuit? [more inside]
posted by mosk at 12:18 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mosk at 12:18 AM PST - 6 comments
"Keep, ancient lands, your storied pomp!"
Emigrating from the US: what would be the best countries to immigrate to? [more inside]
You ever do a google search for "iMac fan"? Yeah. Pointless.
So I just got the newest iMac today (the one that was announced last week).
After 4 hours or so of use the fan has kicked on in a most noisy way and it won't shut down. Restarting does nothing. Take time to let it cool. Restart. Just more fan.
So...anyone got a "here-n-now" fix or do I take it back to the store in the morning?
posted by sourwookie at 12:15 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by sourwookie at 12:15 AM PST - 15 comments
August 14
How to use free time when in Singapore on business?
In Singapore on business on my own - what to do when you have evenings free and a spare day (Sat) at the end? [more inside]
posted by dasfreak at 11:21 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by dasfreak at 11:21 PM PST - 9 comments
Johnny Mathis version of "Always and Forever" ?
Did Johnny Mathis sing "Always and Forever"? Anyone know where I can find it (ie, CD, download)? [more inside]
How to explain recent absenteeism (due to depression) to my boss?
How to explain recent absenteeism (due to depression) to my boss? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 10:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by anonymous at 10:41 PM PST - 8 comments
What is this mushroom?
Can anyone help identify this mushroom that has emerged in our garden?
We are in San Francisco and since these shots were taken, this critter has grown to approximately 13" across. Neither of us has seen anything this big here before... And critically, might it be edible?
Mycophiles, your thoughts?
Why are there tubes in the ground near neighbourhood trees?
Why is black plastic tubing coming out of the ground next to trees in my street? [more inside]
posted by cwhitfcd at 10:23 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cwhitfcd at 10:23 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I get a torch lighter on the plane?
How do I get my torch lighter on the the airplane? [more inside]
What is the smallest Parallels Desktop image of Windows XP that will fit corporate needs?
What is the lightest, meanest, most-secure image of Windows XP Corporate I can install onto my MacBook Pro that will allow me to use Corporate MS Exchange Email, Visio, and IE-only intranet? [more inside]
posted by crazyray at 10:11 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by crazyray at 10:11 PM PST - 1 comment
Home A/C question.
Hi
I live in Houston,Tx. August is our hottest month, and my home ac unit is acting up. It seems that the filter never gets dirty. I doubt that the ac unit is sucking return air from my house. Please help!
The Art of Writing
What is the correct way of writing paragraphs in a novel? [more inside]
How to make awesome veggie burgers
Help me make an a really good veggie burger. [more inside]
Unpack my files please.
Need to find a php script. [more inside]
DHCP keeps timing out :(
What can I do to fix this DHCP problem with my Linksys router? [more inside]
posted by Yelling At Nothing at 9:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Yelling At Nothing at 9:03 PM PST - 10 comments
How to get someone to buy & ship something from IKEA to me?
Where can I find someone to buy something from an IKEA store and mail it to me? [more inside]
Quick & tasty potato recipes
What are some quick & tasty recipes I can make with potatoes? [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas at 8:38 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by UbuRoivas at 8:38 PM PST - 36 comments
Any recommendations for a glucometer?
Have any recommendations for a glucometer for an adult newly diagnosed with Type II diabetes? Cost effective, low-blood, and low-pain preferred -- but all suggestions welcome. [more inside]
posted by rdn at 8:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by rdn at 8:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Windows XP updates hosed my PC
My pc can't start Windows after the latest updates. What now? [more inside]
posted by tdismukes at 7:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by tdismukes at 7:49 PM PST - 6 comments
Game Ideas for a Fall Festival
Step right up! I need some fun, cheap games & activities for a fall festival. [more inside]
Which computer language should I learn?
Which computer language should I learn? [more inside]
posted by zorro astor at 7:23 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by zorro astor at 7:23 PM PST - 26 comments
Convert to mp3?
Is there any way to convert a playlist file that is downoaded to the desktop into one that is an mp3 to be put on an ipod (or burnt to disc)? The file as downloaded is called 20070812.m3u
I have a feeling that this just may be daftness on my part. Please enlighten. (By the way, i am on a Mac if that makes a diff)
posted by snap_dragon at 7:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 7:22 PM PST - 7 comments
Excel String-Counting Help!
ExcelFilter: Help me count rows where one string appears in one column and a second string appears in a second! [more inside]
Where is the great wave?
Is "The Great Wave at Kanagawa" actually on display at the Met? Does anyone know exactly where it is?
posted by smackfu at 7:20 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by smackfu at 7:20 PM PST - 20 comments
Pain in the butt!
How can my dad get his butt back in shape? [more inside]
If you're dumb and you know it, clap your hands.
I'm sure this has been covered before but I'm in a small panic, so forgive the indulgence. I just spilled a small (maybe 1/4 oz.) of beer on my MacBookPro. I caught it very quickly and sopped up the liquid with an absorbent towel. However, a small discolored spot has developed in the LCD and I'm wondering what the best way to abate the liquid might be. [more inside]
knuckle problems
My dad is having a lot of knuckle problems. They are causing him a lot of pain and are so bad he can't even close his fist anymore. He has considered knuckle replacement surgery, but that seems like just a bad idea to me. I suggested that he try some ayurvedic massage of the joints with sesame oil. He said he already does massage, tho not with any oil or lotion. Any suggestions of other things he can do? Or any links I can show him?
Chicago psychiatric institution
A family member needs help. Any recommendations for Chicago-area psychiatric institutions? [more inside]
Economics as all fun and games?
What are some other economic board games (besides Monopoly)? [more inside]
What's the prettiest mid-size laptop?
What's the prettiest mid-size laptop? [more inside]
One hundred year old interior brick chimney: Help me seal its surface?
Can you recommend a good product for stopping an old brick interior chimney from powdering and dusting - and to make the brick look beautiful and shiny? [more inside]
posted by jimmyhutch at 6:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by jimmyhutch at 6:02 PM PST - 8 comments
Behind Blue (green?) eyes.
Please give me your reccomendations for some nice-looking coloured contact lenses that are comfortable for full time wear. [more inside]
Why do I get a black screen when using Remote Desktop Connection?
When I use Remote Desktop Connection to log into a Windows XP Pro box, why do i get a black screen? [more inside]
posted by jaimev at 5:31 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jaimev at 5:31 PM PST - 7 comments
Long attention span time-wasting
Anyone know of a digg/reddit/mefi type of site that tracks entended magazine-type pieces like you might find in the nyt magazine or the new yorker? I really enjoy reading extended length, in-depth kinds of articles through the course of a day as opposed to surfing many smaller links or articles. Some kind of categorizing would be nice, also. Ideas?
Real Estate question
What are the average numbers (purchasing price as a multiple of yearly rental costs/income) for real estate in the US? [more inside]
Iceland for a month: How much would it cost?
Has anyone taken an extended (one month+) trip to Iceland? What was your budget and what did you do? [more inside]
Restore color on vintage formica dinette table
I have a vintage, formica-topped dinette set that I put out for a yard sale over the weekend. In the places that were exposed to the sunlight (i.e. not covered by the cash box or other items which were for sale) the yellow formica top turned to a smokey yellow color. The places that were covered are still pure yellow like they were before. Can anyone give me a solution to returning the smokey parts back to their original, bright color? [more inside]
What websites are popular with doctors and other medical professionals?
What websites are popular with doctors and other medical professionals?
Painless Medical Tape Removal?
How to removal medical tape without pain? [more inside]
posted by unceman at 4:29 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by unceman at 4:29 PM PST - 20 comments
Dog-Friendly Getaway Spots Near Chicago
Do you know of any dog-friendly places for a weekend getaway within about 3 hours drive of Chicago? [more inside]
Please help me identify this song.
There's a song at 1:45 into this video. Can you identify it for me? [more inside]
posted by UnclePlayground at 2:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by UnclePlayground at 2:26 PM PST - 5 comments
Where can I get free or cheap coin sorting in Toronto?
Where can I get free or cheap coin sorting in Toronto? [more inside]
Should I be worried about these weird noises my laptop is making?
Should I be worried about these weird noises my laptop is making? [more inside]
Getting across Staten Island
How do I get across Staten Island? [more inside]
posted by quite unimportant at 1:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by quite unimportant at 1:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Security of Remote Desktop
Am I secure from hacking if I open the router port for remote desktop to our win 2003 server? I will have a good password and limit logon attempts.
Spice up the Law House
Hungry console.log
HELP!!! My console.log file is growing in MBs by the second!!! (not even joking or exaggerating) and I don't know how to quench it's appetite for memory. [more inside]
Working for Vacation
How do software engineers cope with the enormous stress levels that come with the territory? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:03 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by anonymous at 1:03 PM PST - 25 comments
Please help me identify a deep-woods mystery novel.
Please help me identify a deep-woods mystery novel. [more inside]
How to manually call a mouseup event in JavaScript?
Need a way to complete a mousedown/mouseup event cycle in JavaScript, when said cycle is interrupted by a dialog box. Not sure if there's a way to "manually" call the mouseup event after the fact, or what. [more inside]
posted by cyrusdogstar at 12:13 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cyrusdogstar at 12:13 PM PST - 3 comments
Children and funerals
My husband's uncle was recently killed in a horrific car accident. The funeral is soon, and we have been debating on whether or not to bring our two-year old daughter to what will surely be an emotional event. [more inside]
posted by Ostara at 11:57 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by Ostara at 11:57 AM PST - 49 comments
What to bake and how to ship it!
I'm looking to cook some desserts and mail them across the county but I've never mailed baked things before so I have a few questions. [more inside]
My cat has a drinking problem.
My cat has a drinking problem. He is incapable of drinking water out of his water dish without making an extraordinary mess. My husband & I are trying to come up with a solution so that we can either contain the mess or stop it altogether, and we need your help! [more inside]
posted by tastybrains at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by tastybrains at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me find an awesome flatbed scanner!
I'm on the hunt for a flatbed scanner in the good-image-quality-under-$600 range to scan negatives and photos/documents. I've found that scanner software is frequently awful or overly complex -- I really want a simple workflow. Help? [more inside]
posted by whitelight at 11:18 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by whitelight at 11:18 AM PST - 4 comments
Finding a therapist for a 4-year-old.
Help my friend find a mental health professional for her 4-year-old in Los Angeles. [more inside]
posted by kamikazegopher at 11:13 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by kamikazegopher at 11:13 AM PST - 4 comments
Immigration: Alternative forms of evidence of marriage.
My husband and I have been in the process of getting him US citizenship for the last five years. We have been interviewed, submitted reams of forms, the usual. But it's not enough. [more inside]
Stressed by relaxation?
I have a couple of ongoing problems at work and at home that require a lot of work and attention to detail. This is quite stressful for me and my family. I need to get involved in family recreational activities because otherwise both I and they will get stressed out. Nonetheless, I can't help feeling irritated and angry by these activities, even if I am the one suggesting them, because they feel like a waste of time and energy compared to the problems that need sorting out. How can I change how I feel about these things?
posted by blue_wardrobe at 10:51 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 10:51 AM PST - 14 comments
Ripping up money to make money worth more?
Why would ripping up money make money more valuable? Would it? [more inside]
posted by takeyourmedicine at 10:39 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by takeyourmedicine at 10:39 AM PST - 21 comments
What's the name of the how-to-train-your man classic movie?
What's the name of the old movie where the female lead uses a dog training book to train her man? [more inside]
How much to ask for?
What should a Mechanical Engineer make in NYC?
Say at an entry-level job that requires a Masters degree in ME?
How do I reset the BIOS on an HP ze5375us laptop?
So, I used the wrong BIOS flash on a HP laptop ze5375us. It is now bricked. My girlfriend is rather pissed...... [more inside]
posted by lattiboy at 9:29 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by lattiboy at 9:29 AM PST - 11 comments
What native plants can make a lawn in Montreal?
I have dirt in my front yard! Rather not grow (Kentucky blue) grass lawn this far north in Montreal. What's a native hearty plant that will serve a soft green bed? [more inside]
posted by Mozai at 9:27 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mozai at 9:27 AM PST - 12 comments
Remember these maze books from the seventies?
When I was a kid in the 70's, I was an avid solver of a series of mazes published in books by an author with a Russian name (I remember it as Vladimir something). They were the kind of paperback books sold in the games section of bookstores, that you were supposed to write in like you do with crossword puzzle books. The mazes were simple, black-and-white, in a variety of shapes, and not gimmicky, just quite challenging (they were intended for grownups, not kids). Does anyone remember these books and can help me find them again?
posted by matildaben at 9:19 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by matildaben at 9:19 AM PST - 4 comments
Stuck with some Sticky Hands
What should I do with almost 2-dozen novelty sticky hands? [more inside]
posted by dumbledore69 at 9:18 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by dumbledore69 at 9:18 AM PST - 12 comments
Identify this instrumental accordion piece
I've had this song for years but never known the title and the person who gave it to me doesn't know either. It sounds a bit like They Might Be Giants, but I'm pretty sure it isn't.
Unknown Song
posted by Cogito at 8:56 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Cogito at 8:56 AM PST - 6 comments
I need a good view of Minneapolis
Minneapolis: I want to find an observation deck downtown where I can take pictures of the city from above. [more inside]
posted by BradNelson at 8:46 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by BradNelson at 8:46 AM PST - 14 comments
Gimme a break?
Sore muscles. Should I work out anyway? [more inside]
Are there any good magazines left?
Are there any good magazines left worth reading? [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 8:07 AM PST - 51 comments
posted by mecran01 at 8:07 AM PST - 51 comments
Website for the masses!
Non-Profit Website: How to allow non-techies to edit! [more inside]
Recommendations for places to try on wedding dresses in NYC.
Need recommendations for places to try on wedding dresses this weekend in NYC. [more inside]
posted by ml98tu at 7:48 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ml98tu at 7:48 AM PST - 8 comments
Help him get his stuff back
My friend was evicted! How can he get his stuff back? [more inside]
Best 9-11 'Conspiracy' Book?
Best 9-11 'Conspiracy Theory' book for the skeptic? [more inside]
posted by jjsonp at 7:47 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by jjsonp at 7:47 AM PST - 24 comments
Stress Relief for the Time-Poor
Got any quick, cheap, effective stress-reduction tips? [more inside]
posted by Andrhia at 7:41 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Andrhia at 7:41 AM PST - 23 comments
Scoring Invites to Private BitTorrent Sites
Looking for advice on how to score invites to private BitTorrent sites- specificially Oink.cd. [more inside]
Daddy don't you walk so fast
I am a father of a soon to be 14y/o son and an 11 y/o girl. Both me and my wife lost our fathers when we were about 10y/o (hers died, mine split) so we are blazing new territory here. We are basically clueless as far as how we should not only discipline but simply how to act or know what to expect in terms of what is normal for both our kids and ourselves with our kids. Is there anything out there that can be used as a guide to help us understand how to parent our children without having to pay someone to attend a touchy-feely conference? [more inside]
Flea Market Maven
My wife and I will be moving stateside from Bermuda next year. We will be moving into an empty house with NOTHING except outdated wardrobes and cash. With that said, we will be acquiring a lot of stuff. We will need cars, furniture, appliances, electronics, art, tools, clothes, insurance, etc. etc. How can we maximize our investments in all this stuff? What is your opinion on getting good deals in each of these categories? Our financial planner suggested we incorporate to get some tax write-offs. Another friend said to look into SwapLease. Yet another said to buy all of our furniture in North Carolina. If you were starting with nothing, how would you approach it? Should I walk into Best Buy and tell the manager to make me a deal? Should we buy used cars? Hit garage sales? Buy fine art and antiques? Get a part-time job at the Gap? Where and how can I find the best deals / best investments?
We gotta get out of this place!
How do we find our dream home in London from 287 miles away? [more inside]
posted by Glinner at 7:23 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Glinner at 7:23 AM PST - 3 comments
Fine food, fiddles and festivals
Top tips for making good food at music festivals [more inside]
An apple but which.
New iMac or new Macbook Pro? Details, details [more inside]
Done, next time.
Does anyone know if there is an available multiple countdown clock for Mac or Windows that can move from one set countdown to the next automatically with an easy interface to enter new times? [more inside]
Cheap place to crash in the DC area
I need a cheap place to stay in Washington DC or College Park, MD for a few days this weekend. Inexpensive is important, level of comfort is not (I'll be working the entire time and just need to crash someplace in the off hours). Suggestions?
Where do I keep my crap when I'm running in Central Park in NYC?
I don't live near Central Park, but I've always wanted to run in it. Assuming I'm in Manhattan for the day and I also have a day pack of non-running stuff, is there somewhere in or around the park where I can keep my stuff while I'm running around unencumbered? No, I don't have a car or any friends who live near there.
posted by CrazyJoel at 6:03 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by CrazyJoel at 6:03 AM PST - 11 comments
please peeve me
What is the opposite of a pet peeve? [more inside]
How can optimize my parking lot (that is, yard)?
How can optimize my parking lot (that is, yard)? I share my house with a small business, which brings in up to 12 cars, plus our two. I'm wondering if there isn't some software, or an established method for figuring out the most efficient use of our limited space--taking into consideration turn-arounds and snow banks and all that? Any thoughts for a cramped little man?
posted by largecorp at 5:51 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by largecorp at 5:51 AM PST - 4 comments
Mother wanted me to wear a kimono
Did Little Edie suffer from a specific mental illness?
Which cameras and sound equipment are suitable?
Let's say I want to film an amateur, feature-length documentary. One can assume I'd use a digital camera for relative cheapness and expediency, but which cameras are good enough to do a professional-looking job? I'd be on a very tight budget. This does not take into account the sound equipment, but perhaps you could also comment on that? [more inside]
Four flowers on a ship
There are, apparently, four flowers on a ship. One is the compass rose. Any ideas on what the other three could be?
posted by Nugget at 5:21 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Nugget at 5:21 AM PST - 12 comments
It's in my head, damn it
What "oldies" song starts with "Dom dom dom dom dom, dom-di-doodie. Dom dom dom dom dom, dom-di-doodie. Dom dom dom dom dom, dom-di-doodie."
"Woah-oh-oh-woah."
posted by Pants! at 4:45 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Pants! at 4:45 AM PST - 16 comments
Where can we find Keira Knightley's Chanel ad?
My girlfriend would like to have a copy of Keira Knightley's new Chanel Mademoiselle advert. Where can we find a poster? The usual poster sites don't seem to have it (yet?). Europe preferred, but North America is ok too.
posted by stereo at 4:16 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by stereo at 4:16 AM PST - 3 comments
Have you seen this flower pot?
I don't suppose anyone knows where I could get a flower pot like this in the UK or Ireland? [more inside]
How can I create a raised seal to stamp on paper?
How can I make a raised seal of my own design? [more inside]
posted by hazyjane at 12:20 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by hazyjane at 12:20 AM PST - 12 comments
August 13
myspace + css = just shoot me
Web designers: help! My poor CSS skills are driving me nuts. [more inside]
Willits Willits
WillitsFilter: I'm taking the monster teens (an 18 year old, and two of his friends) to a cabin in Willits (Mendocino County) this Thursday for four days. My adult friends have bailed. When the kids start to drive me mad, is there a pub I can visit? Other places to check out, possibly meet locals?
CHURROS!
churros in NYC [more inside]
What can I do to keep my LCD TV safe in an earthquake?
What can I do to keep my LCD TV safe in an earthquake? [more inside]
Why does our kitchen sponge smell like mildew after less than a week?
Our kitchen sponge starts to smell like mildew after less than a week of normal use. We use a standard "scrubby" sponge that has an abrasive side and an absorbent sponge side. Has anybody else experienced this problem, and if so, what did you do about it, or do you have any general advice about keeping sponges from mildewing quickly? [more inside]
Where can I buy cheap paper to make my own greeting cards?
[Homemade Greeting Card Filter] I want to make greeting cards, for friends and family -- mainly for obscure holidays (and just to say hello!) But buying supplies at PaperSource is super expensive -- and stamps are not exactly cheap. Where do you buy specialty stock paper and other greeting card paraphernalia? [mi] [more inside]
posted by moooshy at 8:31 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by moooshy at 8:31 PM PST - 16 comments
Vista Permissions?
What the crap? Vista won't let me delete a folder extracted from a .rar file. [more inside]
Getting a Job and a Work Permit in Canada
Can you provide me advice on getting a work permit in Canada. Also does anyone know about a good agent that will find me a job in and process a work permit for me. [more inside]
Coping emotionally until I get professional help
I know I need therapy, and I intend to get it as soon as my health insurance comes through in a few weeks. I'm under a lot of strain from a pending divorce and various related financial issues. I'm not just depressed, but I have the attention span of a gnat and I get caught in horrible, tormenting chains of obsessive thoughts. This is really crippling my ability to work and bill my customers, leading to more financial stress, leading to more emotional stress, etc. What solid things can I do in the short term to focus, work and get things done without pacing, obsessing and crying a lot? [more inside]
Should I get a Treo?
Should I switch to a Treo? Please help me figure out if it is right for me. [more inside]
posted by k8t at 6:33 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by k8t at 6:33 PM PST - 26 comments
Can I get anything I want other than Alice's Restaurant?
What modern protest song did I hear that reminded me of Arlo's "Alice's Restaurant?" [more inside]
How to run script when you connect to network?
How to run a program/script automatically when laptop connects to Home wireless network? [more inside]
posted by mrgreyisyelling at 5:56 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mrgreyisyelling at 5:56 PM PST - 7 comments
How to prepare shrimp to be grilled in the shell?
How should I prepare shrimp to be grilled in the shell? [more inside]
posted by polyhedron at 5:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by polyhedron at 5:47 PM PST - 12 comments
We have so much in common. Knowing my luck, he's a MeFite too.
I met a really great guy online, talked for hours (30+) across 4 days. We've got a lot in common, but the first in person meeting/date (dinner & a movie) went horribly when I forgot how to interact with human beings. After a couple of days of not talking we're back up to where we were: several hours of conversation a night. I'd like to ask him out again. Any suggestions on what to do or where to go? Any tips on how to actually remember to talk on a date? [more inside]
Snowy laptop lockup
My laptop screen randomly locks up and gets all 'snowy', I have no idea why. [more inside]
Fluff 'n fold in LA
Can anyone reccomend a fluff 'n fold north of Culver City in Los Angeles. [more inside]
USB-Based Webcams for OSX Sought
Recommend a USB webcam that you have actually used in Mac OS X, please. [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 5:13 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by terrapin at 5:13 PM PST - 13 comments
A prayer to St. Elmo?
Which (American-style) electrical surge protector will most reliably and economically protect my precious computer equipment from unforeseeable disaster? [more inside]
posted by zachxman at 5:11 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by zachxman at 5:11 PM PST - 13 comments
DVD me.
When playing a DVD on my boss's computer, we get sound but no image in both WinDVD and Windows Media Player. [more inside]
posted by BackwardsCity at 4:18 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by BackwardsCity at 4:18 PM PST - 14 comments
...lather burns my eyes; this liquid soap surprise!
Can you recommend a shampoo that will make my scalp tingle? [more inside]
posted by gursky at 4:09 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by gursky at 4:09 PM PST - 28 comments
What are the perks, pitfalls and perils of owning and operating a laundromat.
I'm thinking about starting up a laundromat. I'm interested in the views of anyone who has ever owned (or knows someone who has owned) a laundromat, with a focus on such things as start-up costs, how profitable (generally speaking) they can be and what I should know about the laundromat trade (perks, pitfalls etc) before going in.
posted by Effigy2000 at 3:30 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Effigy2000 at 3:30 PM PST - 21 comments
The sky is falling…
(Two part question: part 1 – help me find a reference, part 2 – am I crazy?)
I know I have read somewhere that on rare occasions fish and frogs can be dragged from their watery residences by waterspouts and deposited miles away. There are many references on the web referring to this type of phenomena, but there is a particularly extreme example which I seek… [more inside]
To sleep, perchance to dream...
How do you shop for a new bed and pillows when they don't let you sleep at the store? [more inside]
posted by B-squared at 3:16 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by B-squared at 3:16 PM PST - 14 comments
math-challenged needs formula to constrain images for php + gd image manipulation
I need a formula or actual php code to generate a new height and width that will constrain the image between a maximum height and a maximum width while retaining the correct proportions of the original image. [more inside]
posted by sjarvis at 3:15 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sjarvis at 3:15 PM PST - 10 comments
Does fish oil last like any other oil?
Experiences with infant oral thrush
How to Easily Calculate Nutrition Information of your Home Recipes?
Can anyone recommend a recipe nutrition figure-outer? [more inside]
posted by momzilla at 2:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by momzilla at 2:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Which IM account is most appropriate for business use?
I am considering giving out my instant messenger in my work email signature. The question is "Which IM account is most appropriate for business use?" [more inside]
posted by Argyle at 2:25 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Argyle at 2:25 PM PST - 20 comments
Did Jesus invent Grace?
Is Divine Grace an exclusively Christian idea? [more inside]
posted by greytape at 2:22 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by greytape at 2:22 PM PST - 32 comments
Help me find cool stuff to do post-graduation
Help me find interesting, exotic, out-of-the-ordinary work/volunteer experience. [more inside]
posted by HighTechUnderpants at 2:21 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by HighTechUnderpants at 2:21 PM PST - 8 comments
Does anyone know where I can find the Matchstick Man?
Where can I find this naughty matchstick dispenser? [more inside]
How to make an informational cd to sell?
Micro cap/Biotech conferences
I need to find conferences for a micro cap biotech company to attend. [more inside]
Please help me balance a busy schedule, heavy exercise, and dietary constraints by suggesting the perfect meal.
Please help me balance a busy schedule, heavy exercise, and dietary constraints by suggesting the perfect meal. [more inside]
posted by sequential at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sequential at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
Hazy memories
Lost childhood books filter: This is a weird one [more inside]
know of an online timer/alarm?
I've looked for and have not found a serial online timer (for circuit training) - an alarm that would go off every 90 seconds or 2 minutes etc. anyone know of one? thanks
get rid of icon in mail
How do I get rid of my flower "icon" in Mail? It only shows up in my own messages when I bcc myself, but it is really annoying.
WTB Wired Home Intercom, PST.
Our house is undergoing an extensive remodel and I would like to install a wired, press-to-talk intercom between the first and second floors (and the basement as well, if possible). Ideally, I would prefer a solution that draws no power when the PTT button is not pressed. Does something like this exist? At first glance it seems simple to make an intercom that only uses power to drive a speaker on the other end when the PTT switch is on.
posted by turbodog at 1:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by turbodog at 1:22 PM PST - 8 comments
Big Willie Style's all in it
Contemporary pop culture term equivalent, in both meaning and ridiculousness, to "getting jiggy wit it"? [more inside]
posted by Robot Johnny at 1:18 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Robot Johnny at 1:18 PM PST - 18 comments
Font finder
Moving without a new address?
What issues we will encounter moving to a new city without an address? Is it a bad idea to live in a motel for a month? [more inside]
Missing the west coast already...
Help me find my favorite bean in upstate NY... I'm hungry! [more inside]
Photo radar speeding ticket issued by mail: do you really have to pay it?
I've heard that it's easy to get photo radar tickets thrown out, especially tickets that are delivered by mail. Is this realistic, or is it one of those "you don't have to pay federal income tax" things? [more inside]
What's going on in Brazilian poetry right now?
I want to know what the poets in Brazil are doing these days. [more inside]
posted by sleevener at 12:36 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sleevener at 12:36 PM PST - 3 comments
Showers at Heathrow T4?
Possibility of a shower upon arrival at Heathrow Terminal 4? [more inside]
posted by modernnomad at 12:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by modernnomad at 12:36 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me attract birds to my balcony
managing ideas
How do I harness ideas into productive implementations? [more inside]
Need to copy a VM image to multiple external hard drives. How can I automate this?
Need to copy a VM image to multiple external hard drives. How can I automate this? [more inside]
Why did black audiences watch "Boy Meets World"?
Why was "Boy Meets World" popular among black audiences? [more inside]
posted by Airhen at 10:58 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Airhen at 10:58 AM PST - 20 comments
A knot tied on my finger just isn't doing it for me.
I need a decent alarm clock for my PC. [more inside]
posted by IronLizard at 10:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by IronLizard at 10:47 AM PST - 9 comments
$100k to spend on vacation home. Where?
$100k USD to spend on a "vacation home". Ideally, great activities nearby (skiing, beaching, etc) on a lake or mountains. North America or Europe. Where should we buy? [more inside]
Birthday Battle: boyfriend/best friend
Dueling birthday parties: boyfriend and best friend, both on Wednesday night. Help me decide what to do! [more inside]
posted by rmless at 10:37 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by rmless at 10:37 AM PST - 37 comments
Will our 14 year old lab survive lipoma removal surgery?
Our nearly 14 year old female lab mix has a huge lipoma on the side of her chest. It does not seem to bother her or interfere with her movement - although she does not like it to be touched - but this grapefruit sized tumor continues to grow, and is definitely a bit bigger now than it was at this time a year ago. Our vets want her opertated on immediately. They fear the lipoma will rupture. [more inside]
World of Warcraft filter: I want to create a group channel for all 3 guilds on the site channel. Possibly mod or addon?
World of Warcraft filter: I want to create a group channel for all 3 guilds on the site channel. Possibly mod or addon? [more inside]
Steel or aluminum bike frame?
I'm looking to purchase a new bike, but I don't know what frame to get. Steel or aluminum? [more inside]
posted by rocketman at 10:14 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by rocketman at 10:14 AM PST - 22 comments
Open source social networking or KM tool for an intranet
I'm either after a free, open source social networking app or a free, open source knowledge management app for my company's intranet. [more inside]
Recovering Sony Laptop
Sony PCG-TR2A Recovery CD: My laptop was hosed by a SP2 install, and I want to restore to the factory defaults without paying for a recovery CD [more inside]
I Fought With The Law?
Is California Small Claims Court an appropriate venue to force a computer manufacturer to honor a refund? [more inside]
posted by Vaska at 9:52 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Vaska at 9:52 AM PST - 7 comments
Movie transcoding advice: Does anyone have a good recipe?
Movie transcoding advice: Does anyone have a good recipe? [more inside]
Wholesale fruit in Boston?
Is there anywhere that sells wholesale (or at least large quantities of) fruit in the Boston area? [more inside]
New England cabin
Waterfront cabin in New England that is private but not expensive? [more inside]
Want to buy a dark gray/charcoal women's tee
Where can I buy a plain women's charcoal/dark gray heather tee (short- or long-sleeved)? [more inside]
The Borne Curiosity
At the beginning of "The Borne Identity", why did Jason have a bank account number implanted in his hip? [more inside]
posted by rentalkarma at 9:02 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by rentalkarma at 9:02 AM PST - 33 comments
Simultaneous Edits in Twiki?
Why can't we edit simultaneously in Twiki? I've installed Twiki and applied Blueskin and the Kudu wysiwyg editor to it ... why can't two users edit simultaneously with this setup? [more inside]
posted by roundrock at 8:41 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by roundrock at 8:41 AM PST - 2 comments
Big Mac Chutney? Curried lutefisk?
What are some foods that come from one country, but seem (by their ingredients, preparation, or other qualities) to come from somewhere completely different? [more inside]
posted by Newbornstranger at 8:38 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Newbornstranger at 8:38 AM PST - 33 comments
How to eat langostino?
Last night I ordered the "grilled shrimp" at a trendy restaurant and it ended up being a single unshelled langostino (basically, a very big prawn). It was delicious, but how was I supposed to eat it? I just dug in with my fingers, the way they do in Spain.
You Can Pick Your Nose...
A friend has a next door neighbor who he really connected with when they first met - just a chance meeting when they were both outside. The problem is the next time they'll meet is uncertain. Help me plot MetaFilter... [more inside]
posted by matkline at 8:26 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by matkline at 8:26 AM PST - 21 comments
I need help cooling my garage
I'm in Texas and it's really damn hot. I have a workshop in my garage and I need to Get Stuff Done, I need help. [more inside]
posted by RustyBrooks at 8:14 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by RustyBrooks at 8:14 AM PST - 20 comments
Click me feel me love me touch me.
I'd like to make the summary in the RSS feed for my webcomic (using Wordpress and Feedburner) more betterer. [more inside]
NFL Fantasy Football Data Source
From where do NFL Fantasy Football leagues receive their real-time data? [more inside]
What's the definitive resource for freshwater aquaria?
What is the most authoritative resource for finding the ideal water conditions and general care of freshwater aquarium fish? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 7:51 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 7:51 AM PST - 4 comments
Effects Pedal Emulation Software?
Effects Pedal Emulation Software? [more inside]
How do I get my Photoshop line tool too behave?
Photoshop CS2 Question probably so simple I can't believe I can't find the answer. Help. [more inside]
Iceland subprime?
On Friday on NPR a European banker was talking about "sub-prime countries" and mentioned Iceland in a list that included, for instance, the countries of E. Europe. I wasn't surprised about the latter, but thought it was interesting that Iceland got this designation. Can anyone explain to me the Iceland economy (in broad strokes) and why it might be considered "sub-prime"? [more inside]
posted by OmieWise at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by OmieWise at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
How to display a tea brick?
I need to figure out how to display a somewhat delicate tea brick in a shadow box I bought, without the brick disintegrating. [more inside]
posted by shiu mai baby at 6:24 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by shiu mai baby at 6:24 AM PST - 5 comments
I Need Schwetty Balls
Good bourbon ball recipe? [more inside]
Co-worker with odd fixation on my previous relationships...only when new beaux is around, am I correct in my read of this?
Awkwardness v. Maliciousness: Am I correct in thinking that it is *way* impolite for a longtime (male) co-worker to bring up the subject of my particular past ex-girlfriends during happy-hours/dinners that include my current (well, 2 yrs now) girlfriend? [more inside]
Should I try to re-restore my painting?
I recently had a painting restored and one of the details has been significantly changed. Do I leave the restoration alone or do I try to repair the repair? [more inside]
I use drinking to manage social anxiety.
I use drinking to manage social anxiety. Suggestions? [more inside]
Moving MS Office
I'm trying to move MS Office Pro. 2003 to a new computer, but I'm having trouble. I've lost the certificate and CD, but can extract the product key... [more inside]
posted by BrotherCaine at 3:40 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by BrotherCaine at 3:40 AM PST - 5 comments
Stop Windows XP automatically dialing up
I'm a recent convert to Windows XP. I have a dial-up modem and whenever I have Thunderbird or Firefox open the computer attempts to make a connection even when I've disconnected. Is there a way to turn off this automatic connection? [more inside]
Quick Post to Blogger from Safari 3
I recently switched from Firefox to Safari 3, and now I'm looking for an easy way to post to Blogger. [more inside]
How do I configure DNS on a Linux server?
How do I configure DNS on a Linux server? [more inside]
August 12
Subnetting for Windows?
How do I integrate several sub-networks for Windows/Samba compatibility in a rather complicated home-office environment? [more inside]
posted by loquacious at 11:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by loquacious at 11:23 PM PST - 5 comments
EADGBE chord?
On a guitar, in regular tuning, what is the chord you get when you play it open? (basically, what chord is made by playing EADGBE)?
How I stop my Nutella from going dry?
How I stop my Nutella from going dry? [more inside]
Sublettee responsibilitee?
I was supposed to stay a year, but am moving out within the first month. I gave my roommate/sublettor three weeks' notice that I was moving out. Do I have to find a roommate for him? [more inside]
Is my camera possessed?
Why is my digital camera shutting off my laptop? [more inside]
Mark Twain in Recovery
Why is the quote "Denial ain't just a river in Egypt" so often attributed to Mark Twain? Is this not an anachronism? Does anyone know the real origin of this phrase?
posted by macinchik at 10:00 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by macinchik at 10:00 PM PST - 25 comments
How to Emulate/Fake a telephone area code
How to legally and economically emulate a remote telephone area code so to a person receiving my call, it appears I am calling from their area code? [more inside]
Why are my wife's browsers messed up?
All my wife's browsers are messed up. Please help. [more inside]
In the 1500s and 1600s, why did Americans die from European diseases rather than the other way around?
Huge numbers of people living in the Americas died from diseases when Europeans started coming over. It is always stated that this is because the immune systems of the Americans had not contacted the European diseases before. Why did the same thing not happen in reverse? Why weren't 90% of some European settlements wiped out from an unfamiliar American disease?
posted by Hubajube at 9:37 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Hubajube at 9:37 PM PST - 21 comments
How Can I Keep Buttons From Coming Off My Backpack?
How do I stop losing buttons/badges that I fasten to my backpack? [more inside]
posted by ursus_comiter at 9:27 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ursus_comiter at 9:27 PM PST - 9 comments
Suggestions for nonprofit charity giving level names
What unique giving level names should we use to encourage higher major donations for a nonprofit animal related charity? [more inside]
posted by fieldtrip at 9:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by fieldtrip at 9:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me understand how to pay for my education.
Please tell me, using layman's terms whenever possibly, everything you know about student loans. (backstory inside) [more inside]
posted by Quidam at 8:44 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Quidam at 8:44 PM PST - 13 comments
Why is my belly waking me up with soreness?
HealthFilter: Why do I wake up with a dull ache in my abdomen (diaphragm area)? [more inside]
Too lazy to flip a switch
automatic audio switch: Does it exist? (Two computers, One pair of speakers). (an automatic switch, not a manual one) [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 8:25 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by jak68 at 8:25 PM PST - 17 comments
Where can I download old jazz for my MP3 player?
Where can I download early jazz songs? 1900-1930s? I've seen a site that has a number of them in RealAudio, but I'd prefer something I can easily load on my iPod. I am hoping that many of these are in The Public Domain. Still, I'd pay.
Where to stay in Denver near the opera house?
Where to stay in Denver near the opera house? [more inside]
posted by thilmony at 8:13 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by thilmony at 8:13 PM PST - 11 comments
Trying to kill him just pisses him off...
I saw "The Bourne Ultimatum" today, and there was some really cool, sort of 3Dish vector animation going on during the ending credit sequence. I assume it was computer generated, so I'm wondering -- what sort of software is used to create that type of animation?
posted by spilon at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by spilon at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
cellphone during emergency
Cellphone only for emergency purpose while travelling in u.s.a [more inside]
Ack! Weird / Fast / Mysterious Rash! Itchy!!!
SeeADoctorForThisRashFilter: Which we are going to, first thing in the morning, but I'm trying to put the Missus' mind at ease. [more inside]
posted by ZakDaddy at 7:31 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by ZakDaddy at 7:31 PM PST - 35 comments
Is Javascript stackable?
Can Javascript be "stacked" to do an onmouseover AND a popup window all on the one link? [more inside]
posted by andihazelwood at 7:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by andihazelwood at 7:22 PM PST - 10 comments
Increasing googlability
Increasing google visitors to blog? [more inside]
Seeking Brazilian refreshment
Where can I order a caipirinha in Manhattan?
More recent antiques
Is mid-century modern furniture (like Herman Miller, etc.) especially trendy at the moment? If so, will I be paying too much for it if I buy it now? [more inside]
posted by mike_bling at 6:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mike_bling at 6:35 PM PST - 13 comments
You're as cold as ice...you're willing to sacrifice our looooove!
I'm moving to Latvia from Los Angeles/Orange County in a few weeks and I need recommendations for nice, professional, but not insanely expensive winter clothing. Size and style parameters inside. [more inside]
Best stores in Albuquerque, NM for musicals on CD?
Any recommendations for stores in Albuquerque, NM for the cast recordings and soundtracks for stage or film musicals on CD? The Borders and Barnes & Noble stores are pretty good, but I'm wondering if other stores in town have better selections. Thanks!
One swab to rule them all.
Which of the genealogical DNA testing companies is the best for testing Y-Chromosome information? Experiences?
posted by Atreides at 5:30 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Atreides at 5:30 PM PST - 1 comment
What to get the young and transient (Spain-specific)?
Wedding gift for a transient young couple living in Barcelona? [more inside]
posted by sa3z at 5:17 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sa3z at 5:17 PM PST - 5 comments
Valparaiso geolocated datasets
Looking for any maps containing georeferenced information about Valparaiso, Chile. [more inside]
Massachusettsfilter: Pick our new hometown.
Husband works in Braintree, MA and wife works in Framingham, MA. What's the most affordable area to live in while minimizing the commute to both locations? [more inside]
Calling All Gear Heads
Harley FXST running an Accel Super Fire ignition w/ Accel super coil. I've been using the same kind of coil for years and they always die at almost exactly 2 years.
Is this normal? Any recommendations for a different coil? [more inside]
posted by snsranch at 3:40 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by snsranch at 3:40 PM PST - 3 comments
What causes magpie thievery?
Why do magpies collect and hoard shiny objects?
Easy as YYZ
Any recommendations for a computer program that will make learning and/or transcribing complex basslines easier? I would like to find a simple way to slow down an audio track and isolate the bass guitar sound. [more inside]
posted by freshwater_pr0n at 3:35 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by freshwater_pr0n at 3:35 PM PST - 6 comments
Charles would *never* wear a foam rubber leek costume.
Help me remember the name of a goofy British royalty/celebrity "Battle of the Network Stars"-esque sort of thing that was on cable many, many years ago. [more inside]
posted by Lucinda at 3:28 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Lucinda at 3:28 PM PST - 4 comments
A theme for wordpress and google maps mashup?
I'm starting a new tourism website for my local area. It's a mash of google maps, with photos and information of a given area featuring some of the neat stuff happening, or that has happened. And now I need some help with the wordpress theme. [more inside]
Macbook Screen
My macbook screen has developed cloudy/opaque spots (2) that you can only see from certain angles. What is it? Is it repairable? Most importantly is it Apple's fault? (I'm particular about my screen maintenance.) [more inside]
A very depressed teenager needs help..
Help me with these crippling mental disorders.. please. [more inside]
posted by CliffDiving44 at 2:44 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by CliffDiving44 at 2:44 PM PST - 27 comments
Revenge for prison phone scam?
Scam revenge/prank filter: I fell victim to the prison phone scam. I have a phone number for one of the perps (the one calls are forwarded to). I've already reported this to the FTC, but what else can I do to speed some karmic payback their way?
Strongbow Chicken?
What is a "Reverse Miracle Putt"?
What is Miracle Chosuke's "Reverse Miracle Putt", exactly? [more inside]
Where isa list of colleges offering the DLS?
Where do I find information about universities like Georgetown that offer the DLS program, or Doctor of Liberal Studies? I hold an MLS (English) and am interested in more interdisciplinary research, but alas, Georgetown is too far away. Thanks!
posted by jackypaper at 12:45 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jackypaper at 12:45 PM PST - 2 comments
Mystery shag carpet monopoly board
Please help me track down information on an apparently obscure style of Monopoly game board. [more inside]
Pay off 4.75% loan or keep extra money in 5.05% savings?
I can't decide which is the best route: pay off ~low interest student loan (4.75%) or keep extra dough in savings account (5.05%). [more inside]
Cleveland wedding planner recommendations
Can you recommend a wedding planner in or near to Cleveland? [more inside]
It's OK to be Gay, in Video Format Please
Does anyone know of any public service announcements or other advertisements that contain a message that says it's ok to be gay? Examples of what I am talking about can be seen here and here [more inside]
posted by davidstandaford at 9:51 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by davidstandaford at 9:51 AM PST - 9 comments
Tips on exploring Unalaska on my own
My husband is traveling to Dutch Harbor (Unalaska), Alaska for business, in November, and I'll be going along. What should I look for, explore, do...? [more inside]
posted by TochterAusElysium at 9:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by TochterAusElysium at 9:39 AM PST - 5 comments
Why am I so tired?
Why am I so tired? [more inside]
Hand-painted supermarket signs
I'm looking for information about big paper supermarket window signs and for images of them, preferably from the 80s or earlier. [more inside]
Where can I purchase large benitoite gemstones?
Where can I purchase large benitoite gemstones? [more inside]
posted by torpark at 9:01 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by torpark at 9:01 AM PST - 13 comments
How do I stop Novell Groupwise from forwarding emails as MIME attachments?
Is anyone familiar with Novell Groupwise (v 6.5)? All of of my emails forward as MIME attachments and I want to stop this. [more inside]
posted by hazyspring at 8:51 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by hazyspring at 8:51 AM PST - 4 comments
Bye Bye Beddie.
Mailing a bed 2,000 miles- how can I do it, and is it even worth it? [more inside]
Shall we get on this Hawaii trip at all?
My wife and I are thinking to spend Thanksgiving (7 days total) in Hawaii. The little problem here is that we both are not "beach / water" persons (i.e., yes, we can stroll on beach, but sun-bathing / kayaking / snorkeling are not really our cup of tea). We don't even know how to swim!! (Maybe watched too many re-runs of "Jaw"??) [more inside]
How to use counting formulas in Excel?
I need help with counting formulas in Excel! [more inside]
Cheap travel from Hong Kong to Nanjing
What's the cheapest way to get from Hong Kong to Nanjing, China? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer at 8:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by msbrauer at 8:15 AM PST - 6 comments
Why does iTunes stop playing my CD?
Why does iTunes stop playing my CD when I re-focus on the program? Win XP, iTunes 7 [more inside]
Family/FriendsFilter
I did something effed up and now I'm paying for it. [more inside]
posted by reallygoodgirl at 3:15 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by reallygoodgirl at 3:15 AM PST - 33 comments
How do I get a Vista laptop over its wireless quirk?
Why does my laptop disconnect after it wakes up? [more inside]
Is this a Food and Drink,, Media and Arts, or Pets and Animals Question?
I got a lamb skull from the supermarket (complete with meat) and I'm looking for the best way to remove all the non-bone parts and then preserve the bone for an art project. [more inside]
posted by andoatnp at 2:56 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by andoatnp at 2:56 AM PST - 19 comments
Curious assortment of objects
Can you cast any light on the meaning or purpose of this arrangement of objects I came across under a rail bridge? The words in chalk read "In the end no one lives".
Wanted: inverter that will drain a battery all the way?
My brother is looking for an inverter to use with a deep cycle battery while camping. [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak at 12:53 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by croutonsupafreak at 12:53 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me set my meeting time please!
I need to schedule a meeting between seven very busy people. Is there a simple web site where I can get them all to go to and let me know their free/busy times? [more inside]
posted by chairish at 12:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by chairish at 12:23 AM PST - 14 comments
August 11
Are my teeth going to fall out?
Why have my upper front teeth become sensitive to shock and rapid movement, and should I be worried? If so, what can I do about it? [more inside]
posted by benign at 11:12 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by benign at 11:12 PM PST - 15 comments
Transit times between Vancouver, Seattle, and Los Angeles
Quickie road trip! How long does it take to drive from L.A. to Seattle?
And how long to drive from downtown Seattle to downtown Vancouver, BC?
And how long from Seattle to L.A.?
How would you budget your time in each city? We're leaving on Sunday evening and we have to get back by Friday night. We might skip Vancouver if the timetable gets too tight. [more inside]
What are Web 2.0's effects on American politics?
I always hear that blogging and YouTube are (and/or will be) revolutionary in American politics. Is this true? How so? Can you recommend recent books, academic articles, extended blog posts and other media that demonstrate (or argue against) the effects of blogging, citizen journalism, social networking web sites and YouTube on American politics? Differing viewpoints would be appreciated!
Where can I download video easily?
I've just bought a portable media player and want to fill it with video. I'm loving Stage6 - click the link and it quickly downloads a high quality divx file. Anything else out there as easy to use and reliable? [more inside]
Immortal-Level D&D Adventures?
Can you recommend any epic-level D&D-style adventures that might still be available? I'm looking for what used to be called "Immortal Level" adventures, stories including flight, multiple continents, other dimensions, astral realms and travel, wars directed over whole realms, floating cities, ancient beings, gods, that kind of stuff. [more inside]
How to get over my feelings about my ex's conduct?
Having trouble dealing with an ex's post breakup conduct. [more inside]
What was that incredible, small, reverse three wheeled racecar that blew past me on the NJ Turnpike this morning?
What was that incredible, small, reverse three wheeled racecar that blew past me on the NJ Turnpike this morning? [more inside]
posted by R. Mutt at 5:48 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by R. Mutt at 5:48 PM PST - 10 comments
Halo XBOX 360 Multiplayer Help
Halo XBOX 360 Help. How do I change the screen view on 2 player multiplayer? [more inside]
posted by Flood at 5:43 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Flood at 5:43 PM PST - 2 comments
Where it's at?
What was the original address of Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House? [more inside]
posted by Jaqi at 5:42 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Jaqi at 5:42 PM PST - 1 comment
Family Photo Sharing
GenealogyFilter: I need a scanning strategy and general advice for family photos. [more inside]
posted by RavinDave at 5:05 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by RavinDave at 5:05 PM PST - 5 comments
A very puzzling event. Opinions solicited.
What if someone broke into your house and killed your fish? [more inside]
Help Me Find A Wii
I want to buy a Nintendo Wii, but I STILL can't find one in stores. [more inside]
posted by JPowers at 3:49 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by JPowers at 3:49 PM PST - 30 comments
Backpacking in Chiapas - Don't you know I'm loco?
Avoiding ruin at the ruins: tips for backpacking in the tropical rainforest of Chiapas, near Palenque? Am I gonna be kidnapped or eated? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 3:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 3:29 PM PST - 6 comments
Things to do with kids near Brookings, Oregon?
Things to do with kids near Brookings, Oregon? [more inside]
Pollo's Revenge
Why do I get sick when I eat meat? [more inside]
posted by Homeskillet Freshy Fresh at 2:40 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Homeskillet Freshy Fresh at 2:40 PM PST - 31 comments
Brainstorm with me about brainstorming
How do you boost the effectiveness and productivity of a graphics-heavy brainstorming session? [more inside]
How do you give a cat medication under its tongue?
How do you give a cat medication under its tongue? [more inside]
Encouragement and support for the young composer
Where to find encouragement and support for a young composer? [more inside]
posted by grahamwell at 1:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by grahamwell at 1:15 PM PST - 2 comments
Minimum hosting features, maximum blogging features?
Very limited webhost features, very fond of content management. Help a student update things easily? [more inside]
Orange SIM in France. How much?
Can someone find out how much it is to buy a pay-as-you-go SIM card from Orange in France. [more inside]
Can we clear customs with homemade dehydrated food packets?
My lovely wife is planning a hiking trip in New Zealand. This will be her first hiking adventure out of North America. Recently she has started to dehydrate her own food for her multi-day hikes. No preservatives, more tasty, less expensive, and all that. Can she pack this in her luggage and expect to clear customs? Thanks in advance for all your help!
Is it safe?
Is this PHP form to email script safe from email header injection? [more inside]
posted by Tuwa at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tuwa at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
Help me out of my housing and schooling nightmare
How can I enroll my children in a school in LA without having a house? [more inside]
posted by visual mechanic at 11:11 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by visual mechanic at 11:11 AM PST - 12 comments
Where to go in Quebec?
I've got a couple of days between appointments in Montreal in late August. I could stay in the city but I'm feeling like it could also be nice to get a car and drive somewhere peaceful, interesting, or beautiful where I could relax. Any recommendations?
End User Confused & Concerned
Hi AskMe! I don't spend much time looking at msconfig, so this might be nothing. But I'd like to be sure, and Google isn't up to snuff. [more inside]
Clone a laptop drive
What is the easiest way to make a bit-perfect copy of a potentially failing laptop hard drive? The copy target would be a new 2.5" drive that I'd then install in the same laptop. [more inside]
Green Buildings in London
Where can I find a list of office buildings in and around London that are "green"-certified? [more inside]
How to comfortably combine two twin beds?
How can I connect two twin beds so that they become a comfortable king-size bed? [more inside]
posted by ManicExpressive at 9:28 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ManicExpressive at 9:28 AM PST - 6 comments
Advice on Argentine Rock and Pop
I'm in Buenos Aires for a week, what Argentine rock and pop (not Tango) CDs should I buy? [more inside]
posted by fdhidalgo at 8:50 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by fdhidalgo at 8:50 AM PST - 8 comments
Capture video via RCA inputs?
Software to capture video from RCA inputs on my PC? [more inside]
Digital photos, metadata, and syncing with online services.
We love to take pictures. Lots of them. And we want to love to tag them with metadata. XMP, IPTC, doesn't matter, as long as the metadata is IN THE FILE (for JPGs) and not in a sidecar file. We also love sharing our photos with family and friends (and just family and friends, thank you). [more inside]
Playing nicely with myself
I have some questions about female masturbation. [more inside]
Help! I lost my Canadian friends and I want to find them again!
How do I find long-lost friends in Canada? I've lost touch, I want to find them after a decade, but complicating things is the fact that I'm in Australia. [more inside]
posted by jasperella at 6:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jasperella at 6:42 AM PST - 5 comments
"I sent it!" "I never got it." Emailing assignments?
Teachers/instructors/professors: What is your policy for accepting assignments through email? [more inside]
posted by starman at 6:31 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by starman at 6:31 AM PST - 32 comments
What free software will allow me to print captions on my pics?
Recommend a piece of free photo editing software that allows you to print photos with caption. [more inside]
How do I coexist with an ex?
So I'm going to be a college sophomore in the fall, living two dorm-rooms away from my ex. Help me make this work/not go crazy. [more inside]
How can I make a futon mattress for 100$ or less?
How do I go about making a futon mattress or something close to that on a 100$ budget? [more inside]
Need help with tatto symbolism
SymbolFilter: symbols of the idea 'nothing lasts forever'? [more inside]
posted by ThFullEffect at 1:16 AM PST - 54 comments
posted by ThFullEffect at 1:16 AM PST - 54 comments
Is it possible to purchase an adapter for a Dell Inspiron 1300 that actually works?
Is it possible to purchase an adapter for a Dell Inspiron 1300 that actually works? [more inside]
August 10
PAL->NTSC->NYC
Can anyone direct me to a storefront in NYC where I can find a simple hardware PAL -> NTSC video converter (RF inputs)? [more inside]
posted by lovejones at 10:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by lovejones at 10:00 PM PST - 13 comments
Need help IDing a band
I heard music that I really liked at a pub the other day, and am hoping someone can help me identify it. I have very little information but am hoping the fact that it seemed I was listening to tracks on an album might help. Genre is alternative-ish. (notmany)More details inside. [more inside]
Unhappy Blouse Clowns
My dress "bones" are impaling my chest - anyone know any tricks to ease the pain? [more inside]
posted by Kloryne at 9:23 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Kloryne at 9:23 PM PST - 13 comments
Oh the places I might go
Looking for serious, modern, and fun art schools in Europe, or possibly the US. [more inside]
How to meet geeky men?
Carpentry -- making the perfect window cutout
Carpentry puzzle: Imagine that you have a wood-framed window opening (example). Exterior sheathing completely covers the frame. How exactly do you cut through the sheathing? [more inside]
Any good overnight spas near Philly?
Can anyone recommend a good overnight spa within driving distance of Philadelphia? [more inside]
Help me tame the B3ast.
Help me get started learning to play the mighty B3, pretty please? [more inside]
Coming to terms with a long-term parental rejection
How to get over/deal with/move on from parental rejection? [LONG!] [more inside]
Help me further my career!
Help me with coding... No, not computers! Medical Coding! [more inside]
Did this fall off my bike?
Please identify this piece of hardware that I think fell off my bike. [more inside]
posted by aberrant at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by aberrant at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
A "hairy" situation over pizza...
If a manager of a restaurant blatantly lies to you, what do you do? Should I continue eating at this local pizza place, or take my business elsewhere? [more inside]
*cough* *gag*
This morning I woke up choking on my uvula. What the hell do I do? [more inside]
posted by tehloki at 5:04 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by tehloki at 5:04 PM PST - 34 comments
Should I get a hot tub?
As much as it frightens me, I'm really starting to enjoy hot tubs. Would I really use one at home or am I just enjoying them during vacations? [more inside]
Why Fund Space Exploration / Astronomy?
What is the best reason to fund expensive astronomy / space exploration projects? Many projects cost hundreds of millions of dollars. Couldn't this money be better spent elsewhere? [more inside]
my qtips smell like grandma now.
How do I get rid of "old-lady smell"? [more inside]
why does my food taste weird?
why does all my food taste bad,and where can i find replacements which taste great? [more inside]
posted by ye#ara at 3:00 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by ye#ara at 3:00 PM PST - 20 comments
Buying a house in Chicago - good or bad?
Given the current market situation, should I buy a condo in Chicago? [more inside]
Firefox images problem
Why is Firefox suddenly making all embedded images slightly larger? [more inside]
posted by papakwanz at 2:44 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by papakwanz at 2:44 PM PST - 4 comments
Therapist in Chicago
Any good therapist recommendations in Chicago? [more inside]
I said, I want something alive.. (live squid in LA?)
Where can I eat live squid/octopus in Los Angeles, or California in general? [more inside]
posted by hobbes at 2:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by hobbes at 2:28 PM PST - 7 comments
bool find_match(shirt *, jeans *){}
Does this look okay? [more inside]
Caps or fillings for a young child?
Dentist wants to cap my 5 y.o. kid's teeth under general anesthesia. Anyone with experience or knowledge of this? How did it work out? [more inside]
Using a US powerstrip in Japan?
Can I use a plug adapter and an American power strip to power multiple electronics in Japan? [more inside]
posted by Espy Gillespie at 1:29 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Espy Gillespie at 1:29 PM PST - 17 comments
Ex-wife troubles...
How to survive my partner's ex wife? [more inside]
Your views on the roomba?
What do you think of the roomba? [more inside]
Itchy disaster girl goes swimming.
I currently have a nasty bunch of poison ivy rashes, and expect I'll be rid of that within the next week. The worst of the ivy welts is on my ankles and calves. Yesterday I got a whole new batch of red itchy hives, as clearly my body was not happy about the new detergent I got. They are especially bad thanks to the heat, and especially bad on my hands, elbows, and knees. I know generally what to do to care for them and keep the itching to a minimum. What I don't know is if it is ok to go swimming in a pool. I don't want to screw up the pool OR my already decimated skin. In general, I do not have a chlorine sensitivity.
Warentees on imported electronics
What happens to US electronics that break in their new UK home? [more inside]
What do poor people wear when kayaking?
I'm going kayaking for the first time on Sunday. I am poor, and I do not own any synthetic clothing except for running shorts and a bathing suit. What on earth can I do? [more inside]
The end is here
It's over! Finished! All done!! And I need the audio clips to prove it..... [more inside]
posted by Lokheed at 12:23 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Lokheed at 12:23 PM PST - 24 comments
What is the narrative represented in the most media?
What is the narrative represented in the most media? [more inside]
Great view of airports
Where is the parking lot with the great view of the Newark Airport runway shown at the beginning of the final episode of the Sopranos? Any other great spots like that near any airports you know of (bonus points if they're in NJ/NY). [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 12:04 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by exhilaration at 12:04 PM PST - 17 comments
Beginning electronics project?
I'm totally inexperienced when it comes to electronics, but I want to start building things that make noise. Is this (the link goes to a page with schematics and information) a terrible first project? [more inside]
What is "blac" and why are so many people searching for images of it?
Why are so many people doing image searches for "blac" and ending up on my blog? [more inside]
posted by annabellee at 11:36 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by annabellee at 11:36 AM PST - 5 comments
Am I resident in two states for tax purposes?
Starting next month I will have a job in the state of Maryland. My permanent residence is in West Virginia (I own a house there, live in it, and my husband lives and works there), and I rent a flat in maryland during the week. My question: which state do I fill out a W2 for when I go to payroll? [more inside]
posted by media_itoku at 11:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by media_itoku at 11:34 AM PST - 8 comments
Recommend equipment for light camping
What are the essentials for camping in the mountains of Colorado in mid-September? [more inside]
posted by CaptainZingo at 11:23 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by CaptainZingo at 11:23 AM PST - 13 comments
Can I rely on a NYC taxi to transport my bicycle box?
Will a box of dimensions 8" x 29.5" x 53" fit in a standard New York yellow taxi? What about one of them minivan or SUV ones?
Missing font collections in OS X
OS X font collections have disappeared. Any easy way to get them back? [more inside]
He don't need no charge card, just give him a Die Hard
Is there something like this timer, that runs on and switches 12 Volts DC? [more inside]
posted by toxic at 11:01 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by toxic at 11:01 AM PST - 2 comments
DIY car repair?
Feeling very ambitious and am thinking about a little DIY car repair. Should I really do it? [more inside]
Looking for a pig in a poke?
I look out the window while working. Lately, I've seen some strange behavior: people park, get out and circle the cement pig nearby, and they get back in their car.
What are they doing? [more inside]
posted by Monday at 10:49 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Monday at 10:49 AM PST - 16 comments
How instant is a Twitter update?
How long does it take for a Twitter update (via SMS) to reach a follower (via SMS), all between Dutch mobile phones in the Netherlands using the UK (+44) Twitter number?
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 10:43 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 10:43 AM PST - 9 comments
Are antibiotics the only cure for an UTI?
Can an UTI go away on its own without treatment? [more inside]
Strip Clubs in San Francisco
What's a good San Francisco strip club to go to with my boyfriend? [more inside]
MS ISA Server confusion.
OK, I'll put all of the relevant information below the cut, but the general issue is how do I convert a dotted quad IP address (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) to the integers stored in Microsoft ISA Server logs? [more inside]
posted by Ikazuchi at 9:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Ikazuchi at 9:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Best way to send DVR signal to another TV wirelessly?
I would like to transmit what is playing on one TV or DVR box to another room wirelessly. Best option? [more inside]
Is the bear already in the house?
I have just spent the afternoon watching stocks around the world decline partially based on sub prime market fallout. My question is how can things be so great when the Fed is handing out stacks of cash to keep things stable (34 Billion USD and counting, not including the international bail out)?
what pantone color is a tax-id form?
my friend and i recently started a graphic/web design partnership "company." we are in new york, and want some help setting up the legal aspect, preferably without the fee for a lawyer... [more inside]
Video Convert for My archos 604
I need to convert different video formats and adjust audio levels of videos I want to transfer to my Archos 604... Which software does this best? [more inside]
How to ferry the bachelor in style?
What amusing rigors can we put the bachelor through as we drive from Chicago to northern Wisconsin? [more inside]
posted by asuprenant at 9:15 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by asuprenant at 9:15 AM PST - 9 comments
How can I make my historic apartment a cool, historic apartment?
It's hot in my bedroom ... and not for the right reasons. Help me cool it off. [more inside]
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 8:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 8:46 AM PST - 12 comments
What should i plead in traffic court?
AnswersAnswers
Yahoo Answers/Quomon.com software clone recommendations? [more inside]
Idaho tourism filter: what to do in Sun Valley?
Idaho tourism filter: Interesting things to do in Sun Valley/Ketchum? We will be there for a day before we start a bike trip. Relatedly, are there any things we can do that will assist us in getting used to a higher (more airless) altitude?
posted by Mr. Justice at 8:08 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Mr. Justice at 8:08 AM PST - 2 comments
Escaping Chicago's light pollution
Meteor Filter: On sunday or monday night I was hoping to take my special lady out to the middle of nowhere and watch the Perseid meteor shower, which is supposed to be quite a show this year. Where should we go to escape Chicago's light pollution? [more inside]
posted by buriednexttoyou at 8:05 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by buriednexttoyou at 8:05 AM PST - 11 comments
Mexican Hairless dog aggression problems?
Our 3.5 year old Mexican Hairless has started becoming aggressive and I need suggestions for dealing with it. [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 8:01 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 8:01 AM PST - 10 comments
In a jam about what recipe to use!
Does anyone have any good recipies for making strawberry jam? [more inside]
Good quality webcams that will run on an older laptop?
So I’ve built my Construction Cam but I’m less than happy with the quality of the Logitech Quickcam 4000 I’m using. What are my low-cost options for taking good quality outdoor pictures from an old Laptop with USB 1.1 running Ubuntu 7.4? [more inside]
Those black traffic cables
Those black cables for measuring traffic: what are they called? [more inside]
posted by gimonca at 7:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by gimonca at 7:46 AM PST - 12 comments
'Network' management improvements for a small business needed.
Suggestions to improve 'Network' management for a small business? See for more details. [more inside]
Help us figure it out!
Strange swelling on the back of a friend's hand after gardening, with no puncture marks - what could it be? [more inside]
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 7:27 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 7:27 AM PST - 5 comments
Running when it's hot and (especially) humid
It's not the heat, it's the... you know. Tips on running in high humidity? [more inside]
posted by I_Love_Bananas at 7:15 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by I_Love_Bananas at 7:15 AM PST - 21 comments
a few creative zen vision:m questions
i am looking for a new mp3 player, have narrowed it down to the ipod vs creative zen vision:m, but i have a few specific questions about the creative zen first [more inside]
posted by illegiblemess at 7:12 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by illegiblemess at 7:12 AM PST - 7 comments
Making/canning preserves
I'm making raspberry preserves. I want to use half-pint jars instead of the pint jars the recipe specifies. However, I'm a little paranoid. [more inside]
Gray is the Color of the Day
Looking for a Firefox extension or alternative browser that allows for web pages to be grayed out (specifically images) a la Ghostzilla. [more inside]
To buy or not to buy (a house)
Economics filter: to buy a house or not? (UK) [more inside]
How to bend 50 laptops to my will?
Help me exert dread control of 50 laptops! [more inside]
How much more allergenic are neutered male cats than female cats?
How much more allergenic are neutered male cats than female cats? I know they produce more Fel d 1, but is the difference slight or significant? [more inside]
posted by initapplette at 5:59 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by initapplette at 5:59 AM PST - 5 comments
OPM's policy on drug testing
I am thinking about applying for a job at the Federal Office of Personnel Management. They say they do drug screening, but no specifics are given. I've smoked pot one or twice recently and I am a bit concerned. Does anyone know what kind of testing (hair, urine, blood) they do? How do they feel about marijuana use? Do they do random testing once you get hired? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 5:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by anonymous at 5:47 AM PST - 14 comments
Identify this research experiment.
What was this psychological experiment involving coloured shapes and static? [more inside]
do second chances often convert to success?
How to re-approach cute girl for something serious, with whom I had a drunken make-out session a couple of years ago? [more inside]
Does caffeine cause mood swings?
Does caffeine cause mood swings for you? [more inside]
Where do I start to learn how to draw?
I want to learn how to draw. Where's a good place to start? [more inside]
Flight reconfirmation
What's the point of having to reconfirm flights, usually 24-72 hours before departure? [more inside]
Anti-puppy door screen?
Our dog is demolishing the wooden door of our rental with its scratching. We will have to fix it but not before we work out how to prevent it happening in future. How can we protect it cheaply and effectively? [more inside]
August 9
How to get 9 dudes in 1 Vegas hotel suite?
VegasFilter: For my bachelor party this weekend, we've got a suite at the Venetian on the Las Vegas strip. However, despite their "4 people per room" requirement, we'll be a group of 9. Will it be difficult to sneak everyone up there? [more inside]
How do I get the most use out of 4 personal computers?
What is the best/most efficient/most useful/coolest way to use 4 personal computers? [more inside]
Will Intentionally Miss Leg of Flight Make Return Difficult?
I am scheduled to fly into Rochester, MN with a connection in Minneapolis on NWA tomorrow evening. I would like to intentionally miss the connection to Rochester and spend the evening in the Twin Cities with friends and take a bus down to Rochester on Saturday. I would, however, like to board my plane on Monday from Rochester as scheduled.
Will NWA put up a fuss that I never made my connecting flight and prevent me from boarding Monday?
posted by gerg at 10:01 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by gerg at 10:01 PM PST - 9 comments
Mt. Fuji in September
I will be in Tokyo from Sept 16 to Sept 23. Will I be able to climb Mt. Fuji or will it be closed off? [more inside]
posted by gaelenh at 9:54 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gaelenh at 9:54 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me be a better auntie...
So, like, what'd think of Ginsburg's totally awesome dissent yesterday?!?!
How do I relate to my middle aged co-workers and stop saying things like "That's cool" and "Awesome, no problem"? [more inside]
Monitor Damage
Could putting pressure on the screen of an LCD monitor cause damage? [more inside]
posted by Mael Oui at 8:32 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Mael Oui at 8:32 PM PST - 13 comments
The housing bubble -- as seen on your street corner?
I've been reading about the ongoing housing bubble collapse, and I am wondering how exactly neighborhoods are supposedly changing and especially where all these people go when they lose their home. [more inside]
posted by calhound at 8:04 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by calhound at 8:04 PM PST - 25 comments
Name of children's novel?
For nostalgia's sake, I'm trying to recall the title of a British novel (or maybe it was a series of novels, I'm not sure) about a family of animated rag dolls who live anonymous lives until a human discovers their secret and falls in love with one of them (?) Yeah, it's a bizarre concept, but I remember it being kind of poignant in an Edward Scissorhands-esque way. Since I read the book as a kid, I suppose it would have been published about 15 years ago, give or take.
Story about why an expert giving a simple fix to a complex problem still deserves to be paid?
I am trying to find/identify a story about a customer with some problem (plumbing maybe?) and calls in an expert to fix it. The expert fixes the problem in some trivial way (turning a valve?) The customer then refuses to pay the expert's fee for such a simple fix. the punchline comes when the expert replies that his fee isn't for turning the valve, it's for knowing *which* valve to turn.
Is the Black & Decker Infrawave Toaster Oven comparable to the Panasonic NB-G100P?
I'd like an infrared toaster oven, but the "clear winner" from reading online reviews, the Panasonic NB-G100P, seems to be discontinued. Is the Black and Decker Infrawave comparable? Does the Black and Decker Infrawave get hotter to the touch on the outside than the Panasonic does? [more inside]
posted by adamwolf at 6:36 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by adamwolf at 6:36 PM PST - 1 comment
Stop the water rot!
Protecting a hex sign, help! [more inside]
Where in Brooklyn to make a good Brooklyn photo?
I want to make a photograph that depicts/evokes 'Brooklyn' as a wedding gift for someone who grew up there. I don't want to use the Brooklyn Bridge (too common) or the Botanical Garden (she wanted to have her wedding there but it fell through). Interior or exterior recommendations are equally welcome.
posted by xo at 5:59 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by xo at 5:59 PM PST - 29 comments
Help me find a fable about selfishness?
[Literary archetype filter] I'm looking for short moral tales / folk stories / fables with themes of selfishness and pig-headedness. Specifically, I need stories about somebody who focuses so intently on X that they don't realize they're alone and screwed until too late. [more inside]
Working for Love, or Money?
Should I take a job that pays more but isn't as fulfilling, or stick with my current job that I like, but can't get more money out of? [more inside]
posted by sycophant at 5:48 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by sycophant at 5:48 PM PST - 27 comments
Opera similar to Ava Maria ?
I chanced upon Ava Maria the other day, and I was quite taken with the sound.
I sourced many other tracks and disliked all of them.
It would seem, mostly I don't like Opera.
I'm keen to find what I do like though, so I'm hoping someone will recommend similar performances.
I guess I don't much care for understanding the words I just love the pure voice as an instrument.
Female, pure, mellow.
Hope you can help.
A closet full of clothes and nothing to wear.
Enlighten me with your costume ideas. [more inside]
Gum on your jeans.
Pantsfilter. [more inside]
What should we do in Canada?
We're driving across Canada over the next two weeks. We'll be stopping in Montreal, Wakefield, Saskatoon, Edmonton and landing in Sorrento,BC for a music workshop. Do you have suggestions about where (or what) to eat/sleep/see in any of these cities? [more inside]
Help my friend unfairly accused of homophobia
Asking for a friend: how to deal with someone who deflects criticism with accusations of homophobia and social ostracism? [more inside]
posted by StrikeTheViol at 5:33 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by StrikeTheViol at 5:33 PM PST - 19 comments
One word: biotech
I have black hairy tongue! Yikes! Advice?
Following some dental adventures, I seem to have some lingua villosa nigra, aka "black [hairy] tongue". Reportedly harmless, but is there anything (a) I should know or worry about, and (b) I can do to quash it on the double? [more inside]
What should I do about a client who owes money?
A client stopped a cheque they gave me as payment for musical services rendered. They don't respond to my demands for payment. What options do I have? [more inside]
posted by cbrody at 4:53 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by cbrody at 4:53 PM PST - 17 comments
Need a time tracker website with on/off button!
I can't find the time tracking website I used to use - very "web2.0", simple on/off button, multiple projects? [more inside]
posted by jesirose at 4:52 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jesirose at 4:52 PM PST - 7 comments
The only thing wrong with immortality is that it tends to go on forever.
plotplanningfilter: By what means could an immortal human manage to build up a fortune and be able to use it through the ages? What if he reincarnated? [more inside]
posted by Memo at 4:50 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Memo at 4:50 PM PST - 22 comments
Have I destroyed my dryer by running it without the lint filter?
I dried a load of laundry without the lint filter. What have I done to my dryer? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 4:42 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by anonymous at 4:42 PM PST - 17 comments
Yoga on my own... should I?
Without a teacher, I still want to give Yoga a shot. Should I, or should I wait an year when I may move to a bigger city? [more inside]
posted by raheel at 4:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by raheel at 4:34 PM PST - 11 comments
Cleaning germs from fixed orthondic piece.
How do I clean the germs between an expansion-retainer and my palate? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 4:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by anonymous at 4:29 PM PST - 7 comments
Aggressive Cat Trying to Get Into My House 24/7
Just moved into a house. Previous owner apparently fed, and let into the house, a neighborhoood feral cat. The cat mews all night outside, trying to get in. [more inside]
I wish video game characters had GPS devices.
How do I improve my spatial ability with fun short video games? [more inside]
posted by davar at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by davar at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Mediawiki to Indesign/XML?
I have a book on a wiki (mediawiki). I will be laying out that book in InDesign. Is there any way to whoooosh the content straight from mediawiki to the InDesign template (via XML or something)? [more inside]
posted by Tlogmer at 3:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tlogmer at 3:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Finding the perfect apartment in Oakland, CA
I am in the process of moving to Oakland (yay!). My next task is to find the perfect apartment for me and my cats. What do you know that I should know? [more inside]
posted by ilikecookies at 3:01 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by ilikecookies at 3:01 PM PST - 29 comments
Do reasonable global warming arguments exist?
Do reasonable arguments for or against global warming actually exist for regular people like me to read? Or must I be stuck with the annoying rhetoric of both sides? [more inside]
Who in Seattle will take a nekkid photo of me?
Who in Seattle will take a nekkid photo of me? [more inside]
get me student savings
So I only qualify as a "student" for one more year--what student rates/discounts/etc should I take advantage of in that time? [more inside]
Back in time on my HD
Recovering data (photos) off of a Powerbook HD withOUT putting the HD in an external case. Possible? [more inside]
posted by sandra_s at 2:15 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sandra_s at 2:15 PM PST - 6 comments
Day Trips Across the Border from Berlin?
What cool places in Poland and the Czech Republic are feasible as day trips from Berlin? [more inside]
posted by EnormousTalkingOnion at 2:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by EnormousTalkingOnion at 2:07 PM PST - 6 comments
What's a fun way to get these guys to stop calling me?
How can I prank this evil debt collection company? [more inside]
posted by gum at 1:48 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by gum at 1:48 PM PST - 41 comments
How to agree after disagreeing with a Vista license
Does anyone know the name or possible directory of the "Set Up Windows" license agreement program that runs when you first turn on a new Vista Business ed. machine (Dell)? [more inside]
Cold War chills in the warm sun
Give me the Cold War chills, please. I'm going on vacation soon and I would like to settle down on the beach with a really juicy espionage novel, preferably something about the Cold War, something suitably dense, complex, panoramic and violent. What should I read? [more inside]
posted by gentle at 1:42 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by gentle at 1:42 PM PST - 37 comments
Apologies if it's not kosher to turn the green into one's private Genius Bar.
Is it worthwhile to upgrade the RAM on a six-year-old iBook? [more inside]
posted by donpedro at 1:33 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by donpedro at 1:33 PM PST - 16 comments
Good Indesign template?
Where can I find a good indesign template for a catalog design?
posted by Macboy at 1:28 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Macboy at 1:28 PM PST - 5 comments
Managing remote computing resources
I need a good tool for monitoring remote wondows machines [more inside]
posted by jpdoane at 1:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jpdoane at 1:02 PM PST - 6 comments
How do you travel to the US without trouble?
Things to be aware of for a citizen of an EU country visiting the US on the visa waiver program. If my passport is from 2004, will I be okay? How do I find out? Also... [more inside]
Oh, that's a zombie.
Please list visual traits that identify zombies. [more inside]
Motar Dust on my neighbor's house
My chimney was in need of repair so i am having part of it re-built/ new caps and re-tuck pointed. The contractors created a lot of dust grinding out the old motor joints. Some of the dust landed on our neighbor's house and she is complaining about the damage it has caused to her in progress paint job. We are working on a solution, but who is responsible for this? What legal responsibility do i have if she discovers permanent damage in the future? Would the contractors be held responsible after I have paid them? [more inside]
OSX RealPlayer sends audio to internal speaker
Mac Pro, OS X 10.4.10: Why in the hopscotching christ is Real Player (10.1.0) sending audio to the internal speaker? Output is directed to go to the line out in System Preferences, and no other media players or noisemakers fail to do the right thing. [more inside]
posted by Wolfdog at 12:22 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Wolfdog at 12:22 PM PST - 3 comments
starting a bar in Chicago
How much does it cost to run a bar in Chicago, initially and annually? What do I need in terms of both licenses and stuff? Outside of costs, are some neighborhoods harder to get licensed in than others? [more inside]
Help this 1993 Ford Probe start!
Help this 1993 Ford Probe start! [more inside]
css vertically align text in input elements?
I'm such a horrible n00b. How do I use css to vertically align the text in an input textbox with the label on the corresponding submit button? [more inside]
posted by juv3nal at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by juv3nal at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Nice bag
I'd like some direction for a nice briefcase bag / satchel. [more inside]
Alas poor Ipod
I got my ipod in 2005 refurbished from mac mall. It's a 20 gig model. It has worked perfectly until today. I got this little icon and I managed to get it to disk mode. When I got it in disk mode and tried to restore it with Itunes (latest version) I got error 1418. Is it basically gone? Is it worth getting fixed? It's past warranty. [more inside]
Ahhh, now thats refreshing!
How do I make sure a page loads with a fresh copy and not from the users cache? [more inside]
posted by LoopyG at 11:11 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by LoopyG at 11:11 AM PST - 7 comments
how many americans have died under individual U.S. presidents? (as a result of their actions, aka war - not natural causes)
how many americans have died under individual U.S. presidents? (as a result of their actions, aka war - not natural causes) [more inside]
What is this art thing going on in lower Manhattan?
What is happening in Foley Square, Manhattan (the asphalt "park" near the courthouses)? First, there were lots of small brightly-colored rabbits. [more inside]
posted by Mavri at 11:02 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Mavri at 11:02 AM PST - 8 comments
What the resolution for this pdf file?
How do I determine the resolution for images in a pdf? Or for a pdf that is one big raster image? [more inside]
posted by hydrophonic at 10:52 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by hydrophonic at 10:52 AM PST - 5 comments
Shoes in the Yangtze
I recently completed a short cruise down the Yangtze River in China, ending at the new Three Gorges Dam. Along the way we noticed lots of garbage floating in the river, mostly bamboo or other natural material, some Styrofoam, and lots of shoes. Is there some significance to shoes in the river? [more inside]
What to do in NYC?
What should I do with 3 days to kill in New York City? [more inside]
Gift for new dad
Gift for father-to-be from the mother-to-be?
I want to give my partner a gift- we are expecting in 2 weeks, my co-workers are throwing a shower for me, my partner has been working non-stop and I would like to do something special for him.... [more inside]
posted by mistsandrain at 9:56 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by mistsandrain at 9:56 AM PST - 16 comments
Food from Chihuahua
MexicanFoodFilter: I spent some time in Mexico, Chihuahua specifically, and I'd like to find authentic, tried and true recipes from that region. Any recommendations or resources? [more inside]
Why does my DSL blink on and off when in bad weather? How can I fix it?
Why does my DSL blink on and off when in bad weather? How can I fix it? It's not as straightforward as it seems... [more inside]
How do I sell my photos to the bike racers?
How do I sell my photos to the bike racers? [more inside]
posted by fenriq at 9:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by fenriq at 9:45 AM PST - 9 comments
Seeking Tassili Cave Painting Photograph
Seeking Tasilli Cave Painting photograph [more inside]
posted by prostyle at 9:39 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by prostyle at 9:39 AM PST - 2 comments
Where to buy checks online?
I'm running low on personal bank checks. Does anyone know of a good place to find them online? I'd especially like to know of a site that is easy to navigate. Low prices would be great; free printable checks even better.
posted by partner at 9:24 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by partner at 9:24 AM PST - 13 comments
An ArcMap dialog box is missing. How to reset dialog box locations?
An Arcview/GIS dialog box (the Identify Results dialog box) is missing. Can I reset the dialog box locations? I think it's off to the screen to the right on the (now unavailable) second monitor's space. [more inside]
posted by salvia at 9:10 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by salvia at 9:10 AM PST - 6 comments
Where to spend the night near Gatwick ariport?
Overnight in London: I will be spending one night in London on my way to Croatia via London Gatwick.
I am looking for cheap hotel altenatives to sleeping in the airport lounge !
Help me replace our rusting Safari newspaper grill
Help me find a "safari grill" - the collapsible square metal box my parents used 50 years ago in Africa to grill food over burning newspaper. [more inside]
Fast Trixx is slowing down
Affordable motorcycle service in Tallahassee; Just a dream? [more inside]
Downtown Pittsburgh Parking?
Looking for overnight parking in Pittsburgh. I'm staying five nights at a downtown hotel; I'm cheap, and I don't want to pay $18 per night to park. Are there any cheaper alternatives? I'm willing to walk.
posted by Otis at 8:33 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Otis at 8:33 AM PST - 13 comments
Help me find a good astronomy textbook!
I've recently become more and more interested in Astronomy, and I'm hoping someone can point me in the direction of a solid university-level Astronomy textbook, something an undergraduate student studying Astronomy would be expected to read. [more inside]
posted by smitt at 8:32 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by smitt at 8:32 AM PST - 15 comments
How do I play Apple Loops live?
I'm looking for a sturdy way to use Apple Loops in a sequencer to perform as live - I can think of a way to do this in GarageBand, but I'm not convinced it will be the most reliable way - any other suggestions? [more inside]
A major life overhaul, just what I needed?
More what-to-do-with-my-life advice needed: If I work full-time at a salaried job with benefits, and want to enroll in a year-long paralegal certificate program (the faster I can be done, the better), quit the job and wait tables for money, is this completely stupid? [more inside]
posted by slyboots421 at 8:05 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by slyboots421 at 8:05 AM PST - 19 comments
Thai food in Buenos Aires?
Any one know of an authentic Thai restaurant in Buenos Aires? [more inside]
Does anybody know of any good german films?
Does anybody know of any good german films? [more inside]
Identify this disturbing Polish film 1960s or earlier
Help me remember this disturbing Polish movie from the 60s or earlier [more inside]
Smoking vs OCD
Smoking or suffering? [more inside]
Holy jealousy, batman!
CatFilter: Help me make my cat less jealous of the new kitten. [more inside]
posted by Menomena at 7:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Menomena at 7:08 AM PST - 7 comments
How to get rounded corners on a dropdown menu?
Please help me modify my flyout menu navigation to have rounded corners. Currently it's an asp .net control, which (apparently) does not allow this modification. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 6:59 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by desjardins at 6:59 AM PST - 2 comments
Inline Block Elements
HTML / CSS Gurus. I have a TABLE with a bunch of dynamic columns. The table may have 4, 7, or 20 columns. Each table column HEADER ( TH tag ) contains two inline elements, 1) a tiny image icon for sorting, and 2) a column description in text. I would like these two elements to sit next to each other and NEVER ON SEPARATE LINES, essentially putting them into an inline-block. Unfortunately, if the text in the corresponding TD tags are below a certain width, the browser will force the width of the column, and subsequently force the two inline elements of the TH onto two different lines. How can I prevent this from happening in IE & Firefox without explicitly declaring the width of the columns. I have to use a IMG element for my icons, and not a css background-image.
posted by kaizen at 6:58 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kaizen at 6:58 AM PST - 8 comments
Did Indian accent descend from Welsh tutelage?
I heard once that the Indian accent for spoken English is a legacy of Welsh missionaries/teachers in the subcontinent. Granted, the cadences are similar, but on the whole the story sounds a little far fetched to me. Can anyone out there confirm or deny the truth of it, preferably with footnotes? Many thanks.
posted by IndigoJones at 6:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by IndigoJones at 6:30 AM PST - 11 comments
Melodic(?) hiphop recommendations
Help me find melodic(?) hip hop. [more inside]
Improving a cheap radio's reception
Improving a crappy FM radio's reception [more inside]
posted by deeper red at 5:51 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by deeper red at 5:51 AM PST - 11 comments
How can I improve the writing ability of the people I work with?
How can I improve the writing ability of the people I work with? [more inside]
Palm Olein Oil? WTF is that???
Please point me in the direction of a website that explains in simple terms exactly what food labels are talking about. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 4:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Solomon at 4:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Building a Home Theatre PC
My PC is sick. Before I repair it, I want to build a new one to use while I work on it. I'm thinking of a HTPC sort of thing. Something I can use on the desktop in the office if need be, but also small and quiet enough to move to the living room and still powerful enough to run modern 3d games. I don't need the latest, fastest framerates, but it would be nice to have the option of playing some modern first person shooters. [more inside]
Hiring an LCD project in the UK
Hiring an LCD projector in the UK. Can it be done? [more inside]
The Hood Internet
Hood+Tech Filter: Help me give these kids a fighting chance. [more inside]
posted by dihutenosa at 3:33 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by dihutenosa at 3:33 AM PST - 10 comments
Where can I download Sony Cybershot DSC-W50 camera software?
I have a Sony Cybershot DSC-W50 but I lost the CD with the camera software and I can't find it anywhere for download. Any tips? Sony website only allows downloading of updates but I don't have the original sw. It used to be called Sony Cybershot Viewer.
Seeking books featuring well-developed people of colour.
Can anyone recommend books with well-developed characters who are people of colour? [more inside]
posted by giggleknickers at 2:21 AM PST - 69 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 2:21 AM PST - 69 comments
I need help getting a medical certificate to allow me compete in the Marathon De Sables
I need help getting a medical certificate to allow me compete in the Marathon De Sables [more inside]
posted by complience at 2:21 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by complience at 2:21 AM PST - 3 comments
Help with Albanian knitting terminology?
Do you know Albanian knitting terminology? (No, seriously...) [more inside]
posted by bitter-girl.com at 12:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bitter-girl.com at 12:42 AM PST - 7 comments
Wizard of Oz characters' post mortem cartoon?
The scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz, Ray Bolger's, Wikipedia article: "At the time of his death, he was the last surviving member of the main Oz cast. An editorial cartoon the day after his death featured the Oz cast dancing off into the setting sun, with the Scarecrow running to catch up."
Does anyone have this cartoon?
August 8
spring design
design and calcs of a helical torsion spring - how do i calculate the effect small design and production changes will have on the spring constant? [more inside]
How to ask a neighbour to control their wandering cat
Advice gratefully received on approaching a neighbour re a wandering cat. [more inside]
I got lost in PDEs after 1D separation of variables.
Yeah, this could be the lamest applied math/engineering question ever - is there a good resource that can show me how to solve the heat equation in two (or more) spatial coordinates, with a source? [more inside]
posted by universal_qlc at 11:23 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by universal_qlc at 11:23 PM PST - 12 comments
DUNE (1984) is on. Should I bother?
Dune (1984) Special Edition is on ON DEMAND. Should I watch it? Should I have read the books to fully "get" this? Will I need a study guide to watch it? Should I even bother? [more inside]
The Search for Forgoza
Is my favorite food unique to one store, or is it made elsewhere under different names? [more inside]
How can I go from Dana Point, CA to San Diego on the cheap?
What is the quickest/cheapest way to get from Dana Point, California to San Diego? [more inside]
posted by geodave at 9:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by geodave at 9:27 PM PST - 6 comments
vagina vagina vagina!
Pregnant Sex Filter: So the wife is 37 weeks preggo and wants the baby NOW. She read the sex will sometimes induce pregnancy early so shes been all over me lately (yay me!) Tonight shes convinced that it "felt different" and is wondering if this means shes dilated. [more inside]
posted by skrike at 9:25 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by skrike at 9:25 PM PST - 22 comments
Unofficially auditing university classes?
Is it weird to ask a university professor if you can audit his/her class without officially enrolling in the university as an auditor ... and, as part of the arrangement, asking the professor if you can submit papers and have them graded and evaluated? [more inside]
How do I get potential clients hooked?
I'm a software development consultant and am getting frustrated at the number of potential clients slipping through my fingers. I get a good number of interested leads through my website or through referrals (thanks guys) but the ratio of potential clients to paying clients is too low. What might I be doing wrong and how can I help gain these clients? [more inside]
Men's clothes in Toronto
What are some good men's clothes stores in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by alse at 8:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by alse at 8:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Please Help Me Dry Out A Cellphone
My husband's work-issued cellphone just went through the washing machine. He is required to be reachable by cellphone 24 hours a day. Can we dry it out ourselves and make it work? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by amyms at 7:57 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by amyms at 7:57 PM PST - 32 comments
Help me choose a typeface for publishing
What is a good typeface for a re-published public domain book? [more inside]
posted by Avenger at 7:27 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Avenger at 7:27 PM PST - 24 comments
"Oh Lonesome Me"
What are some songs that universally produce emotional reactions? Joy, sadness, or whatever? [more inside]
Help me design a home push/pull routine
Help me design a good home push-pull workout with minimal equipment. Goals: Mass and definition [more inside]
Crispy tasty bumble bees
What is the name and recipe if possible for the crispy black octopus I used to eat in Singapore when I was a child? [more inside]
posted by Samuel Farrow at 6:27 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Samuel Farrow at 6:27 PM PST - 4 comments
How to support SO through Oxycontin rehab?
Oxycontin out-patient rehab. How to best support my S.O? [more inside]
Decent web design book for a web developer?
Decent web design book for a web developer? [more inside]
Formatting hyperlinks
When word processing, how do I make long URLs break at the end of a line (and continue on the next, rather than starting a new line) while maintaining the hyperlink? [more inside]
posted by sarahkeebs at 5:26 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by sarahkeebs at 5:26 PM PST - 2 comments
Nice chess sets in Toronto?
Where can I find a nice vintage chess set (maybe a chess table) in the Toronto area? [more inside]
Kiss My (Vegan) Grits
Need a tagline for my (vegan) catering/baking business cards! [more inside]
Hunting for rabbits again, Vicar?
What's this (probably dirty) joke involving a vicar and rabbits? I know bits of it, but I want the whole thing. [more inside]
posted by Many bubbles at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Many bubbles at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Will these allergies get worse?
I’ve heard that people with allergies become acclimated to their own cats, but I’ve also heard that cats produce more allergens than kittens, and that allergens build up in the home over time. On balance, will allergic skin reactions to our kitten get better, worse, or stay the same? [more inside]
WTF! Ants are in my cable modem!
OMFGFilter: I was cleaning my living room / bedroom / office and underneath my side-laying cable modem I found HORDES of ants swarming around pale little crumbs. Did I just find a nest? [more inside]
posted by emptyinside at 4:41 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by emptyinside at 4:41 PM PST - 13 comments
Save our dinner, please!
Save our dinner! Please help a cooking n00b figure out how to use the saffron we just bought. [more inside]
posted by justonegirl at 4:41 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by justonegirl at 4:41 PM PST - 14 comments
What would make PoliticalFilter.com good?
I'm thinking about operating PoliticalFilter.com, a MeFi type clone all about politics. What do you think would make the site good? [more inside]
Help my dad not end up at the Greenpoint Y...
Surely there has to be at least one affordable hotel/motel/b&b in or near Williamsburg, Brooklyn? [more inside]
Article on best unproduced screenplays
Looking for an old article on unproduced screenplays. [more inside]
Help me organize these entourage databases
I'm trying to free up space on an overstuffed laptop. The laptop's owner uses Entourage 2004 for mac and has an enormous amount of email stored on it. I noticed in the user data folder there are 2 databases, one called "database" and one called "old database". Can these be combined into one? Is there a way to tell if one is a copy? If we could trash one that would help free a lot of space.
Alternative uses for Apple's Keynote
Playing with the new version of Apple's Keynote I'm really impressed with the software. However, I never really have cause to do a presentation needing slides. Still, Keynote being part of the iWork suite I have it anyway, and it seems like a waste not to use it.
What other sorts of things, besides, presentations, could an individual use Keynote for?
posted by Gideon at 3:58 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Gideon at 3:58 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm no slut!
A friend of mine has been encouraged to go to a chemical dependency counselor... [more inside]
posted by wafaa at 3:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by wafaa at 3:46 PM PST - 13 comments
review project with team, best practices
Reviewing a project with team, now that it's over -- best practices? [more inside]
How do I save my cat?
I'm afraid of taking my cat to the vet because of possible accusations of animal abuse. How do I diffuse this situation? [more inside]
Strattera vs. Adderall
I have adult ADD. I've been on Strattera for 5 years. My new doc wants me to switch to Adderall. Anyone else done this switch? What are the differences/effects between the two?
Tell me how to brew coffee from whole beans.
Tell me how to brew coffee from whole beans. [more inside]
posted by gregb1007 at 3:14 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by gregb1007 at 3:14 PM PST - 28 comments
Getting rid of Greek?
Are there groups working to abolish the Greek system? [more inside]
posted by melissam at 3:10 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by melissam at 3:10 PM PST - 15 comments
Yes, I'd Like The Peterbilt Room
Help me find more weird and wonderful places to stay! [more inside]
posted by scrump at 3:06 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by scrump at 3:06 PM PST - 24 comments
Voice Control over Bluetooth on a k800i.
Does anybody have a bluetooth headset and a sony ericsson k800i that successfully sync with voice control? [more inside]
Book signature for a messy signer?
I have a small book coming out in a few months, and will most likely be asked to sign a number of them for family, friends, complete strangers. However, my signature is a indiscernible squiggle. Should I practice a special signature for the book, or maybe buy a small embosser to use with the signature? Any examples of out of the ordinary author signatures people have are welcome. [more inside]
posted by inthe80s at 2:43 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by inthe80s at 2:43 PM PST - 20 comments
Graphic design advice for handouts and pamphlets
I work at a University in a department that produces a lot of handouts and pamphlets for students. The problem is that they're horribly laid out and look dated. I'm going to have an uphill battle to convince my co-workers that they need to be changed, so in preparation can I get any advice about what is involved in producing good handouts and pamphlets? Any answers that involve why MS Word clipart is bad are welcome.
How to get an iSight on a MacPro?
Can a MacPro have an iSight camera? As a desktop computer it only can use an external monitor, and Apple's external monitors don't have iSight built in. The clincher is that Apple doesn't sell iSight cameras any more, separate from the ones built-in to MacBooks. So how can a MacPro connect to an iSight?
posted by mark7570 at 2:28 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by mark7570 at 2:28 PM PST - 11 comments
Are there any games on the DS that are similar to Final Fantasy Tactics for GBA?
Are there any games on the DS that are similar to Final Fantasy Tactics for GBA? [more inside]
Mondo Piano Ballad List
What are your favorite rock/folk/alternative piano ballads? [more inside]
posted by pallen123 at 2:11 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by pallen123 at 2:11 PM PST - 28 comments
Pop goes the soda... pop.
How can I remove the residue of a soda explosion from the interior of my car's seat belt? [more inside]
posted by MsMolly at 2:01 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by MsMolly at 2:01 PM PST - 4 comments
Who's your favorite monster?
What's your favorite monster make-up/non-CGI creature design? [more inside]
Chews for two moos?
What do cows like to eat? [more inside]
We wish not to die in a fire thank you very much...
Possible Gas Leak: Should there be any sort of continuous extremely weak gas smell coming from an old gas stove? [more inside]
posted by toftflin at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by toftflin at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
Does the Fit fit?
I am thinking of buying a Honda Fit, and I'm afraid I'm making a mistake. [more inside]
How wide is too wide?
Will I be disappointed with a 19" widescreen LCD? [more inside]
posted by [expletive deleted] at 12:59 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by [expletive deleted] at 12:59 PM PST - 16 comments
Hat smashing movie and tv clips?
Can anyone point me towards movie or tv clips that involve punching someone in the face through a straw boater held up in front of them or any other comedic hat smashing? [more inside]
posted by Ohdemah at 12:41 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Ohdemah at 12:41 PM PST - 12 comments
Is a new iMac enough for a graphic designer?
New iMac: Good enough for a graphic designer? Convince me it isn't. [more inside]
Bridge game software for Macintosh?
Bridge games on the Macintosh? [more inside]
Advice Sought on Yet Another Speeding Ticket Questions
SpeedingTicketFilter: I just got a ticket for going 85 at a limited highway (70mph speed limit), outside of Detroit, MI (on I275). The problem is I had my cruise set at 74, so I know for a fact that I couldn't be going that fast. How do I fight it? [more inside]
What? Dude spends a lot of cash.
How much money is spent by the protagonist in The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas? [more inside]
Song Recommendations: Fast and Under One Minute
Song recommendations that are fast-paced and under one minute in length, start to finish. A few seconds over is ok, but around one minute (or less) would be ideal. I'm looking for something that could go well with a super sped-up movie or animation (think guy walking down the street, but at 5x normal speed).
What is a good team outing in Ottawa, Ontario?
What are some good "team outings" for a smallish team (10) (where team means corporate) of 20 and 30-somethings in Ottawa, Ontario? It has to be reasonably cross cultural and accessible; this is the usual mix of people that happens in high-tech.
What to do with A LOT of computers?
What could one use 40 brand new laptops\desktops, 160 six month to one year old computers, and some older ones for? [more inside]
What else can a couple ask each other?
My girlfriend and I need questions and inspiration for our bedtime question game before it dies of creative block. [more inside]
Are there any Release Management Engineers out there?
Are there any Release Management Engineers out there? I would like to find out about your daily routine. Besides the responsibilities mentioned in typical job descriptions, what is it like being a release management engineer? Is it stressful? Is there room for creativity? What sort of career path is there? Lastly, how does the pay compare with other software engineering roles?
Drive by downloads: how to prevent
"Drive by downloads": Looking for a program or technique to prevent them, other than creating a limited user account in Windows XP. [more inside]
posted by bbranden1 at 11:28 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bbranden1 at 11:28 AM PST - 7 comments
Overnight road trip stop, Columbus OH area to Philly.
We're taking a road trip with our 10 month old from Philly to western Ohio (Coldwater, NW of Columbus) via the PA Turnpike and 70W. Where should we stop overnight on the way back? [more inside]
Good Celtic Music
Looking for good Celtic music and I need your help… [more inside]
Why do I look like Disco Stu?
Suit/Tailor recommendations in North NJ or NYC? [more inside]
Can I do what I want with a new cellphone or would unlocking be necessary/possible?
Cellphone Filter: Will unlocking a cellphone give you access to features that the service provider disables? [more inside]
I like my coffee HOT-help me find my maker.
Looking for a coffee maker with one important characteristic - the coffee must be HOT. Just hot won't cut it. The coffee needs to come out HOT. Help me find my maker. [more inside]
Sorting by Year
How do I add custom details to folders in Windows Explorer? [more inside]
posted by petsounds at 10:28 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by petsounds at 10:28 AM PST - 7 comments
Changing careers?
CareerchangingFilter: Im currently a network engineer and have been for the past 6 years and im completely burnt out. Im thinking of enrolling at a school to become a Respiratory Therapists. Can anyone provide any insight? Thoughts & opinions please.
posted by flipmiester99 at 10:26 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by flipmiester99 at 10:26 AM PST - 1 comment
What is obsessive-impulsive disorder?
I would like information on obsessive-impulsive disorder. [more inside]
posted by Ms. Saint at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Ms. Saint at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
what's between between?
Is there a default understanding the word "between," if the speaker/writer doesn't say whether he's being inclusive or exclusive? For instance, if I say "Pick a number between 1 and 10," would you assume that 1 and 10 are okay picks or just 2 through 9? I suspect there isn't a RIGHT answer, but is there a common, colloquial understanding? [more inside]
Rockin' the mic with R2D2
Bzzzzzz! Whirrrrr! Advice on field recording various sounds made by a robotic device, please. [more inside]
posted by Mister_A at 10:08 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mister_A at 10:08 AM PST - 4 comments
Because if I live to 100 I win a bet...
What are the, say, 10 most important things I must do to maintain my physical health? [more inside]
A way out of a bad situation
I would appreciate ideas on creating a code word or phrase for my 12 year old son. This code word, when used, indicates that he wants me to get him out of the situation he is in, while maintaining face for him. [more inside]
posted by aliksd at 9:38 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by aliksd at 9:38 AM PST - 39 comments
Can veterinarians have an animal put down without the owner's permission?
In Ontario, can an animal be euthanised without the owner's consent? [more inside]
Can a baby girl be a Junior?
Really random question:
My best friend is getting married to a man who happens to have the same last name... (no they are not related)
Anyway, discussions turned to having kids and I came up with the (in my opinion) brilliant realization that she could have both a boy Jr. named after the dad and a girl Jr. named after her.
So is this possible?? [more inside]
Netflix queue without Netflix?
I've recently canceled my Netflix account because I wasn't going through enough DVDs with them to make it worthwhile. However, I'm thinking of re-signing up (at the $4.99/mo rate) just to continue to use their site as a way to keep track of movies I've seen, movies I want to see, and my ratings.
Is there some other software or website that can perform those functions without a monthly fee?
Bonus points if I can import my Netflix history/ratings/queue somehow.
posted by SampleSize at 8:55 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by SampleSize at 8:55 AM PST - 12 comments
Hi-res Bush Photos
Where can I find hi-res images of George W Bush--especially candid pics? I've checked all the usual places (google images, whitehouse.gov, etc). I'd even pay a few bucks if necessary.
I want to nuke the place from orbit and never look back
How do you combat a bedbug problem with a new baby present? [more inside]
How can I focus my ability to focus?
How can I use my focus for good (either directing it towards something useful, or to maintain interest) ? [more inside]
Cell phone with great sound quality on AT&T?
Cell phone recommendation: All I'm looking for is the best sound quality and a clock that is easily readable without opening the phone. I'm on AT&T. [more inside]
Reinventing your career
Is there a website where people discuss their likes/dislikes about their occupations? [more inside]
posted by dancinglamb at 8:00 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dancinglamb at 8:00 AM PST - 4 comments
Hiding burn marks in laminate countertop?
How should I treat burn marks in a bathroom laminate counter top so that my corporate landlord doesn't ding me? Any advice before I start into it with sandpaper, chisels and paint? [more inside]
posted by GPF at 7:20 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by GPF at 7:20 AM PST - 15 comments
Can you identify this spider?
Can you identify this spider? It is currently in the basement of a house in upstate NY (Rochester area). [more inside]
posted by chr1sb0y at 6:56 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by chr1sb0y at 6:56 AM PST - 22 comments
What is this mystery song?
What is the name and performer of the "bonus track" on the All Over Me soundtrack? [more inside]
posted by extrabox at 6:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by extrabox at 6:42 AM PST - 4 comments
Anyone know their way around Paris and Amsterdam?
EuroTourFilter
How much travel time is involved in getting from:
1) La Flèche d'Or at 102 bis rue de Bagnolet - 75020 to the Louvre?
2) Paradiso at Weteringschans 6-8, Leidseplein to the Rijksmuseum?
Is public transport to/from workable for a first time, ignant American visitor?
Thanks for any insight you can offer. I'm leaving in about 4 hours...
Should I buy a front-loading washer if the only detergent I trust is Cheer Free?
Detergent for front-loading washing machine - is there some available that's as innocuous as Cheer Free? [more inside]
posted by amtho at 6:34 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by amtho at 6:34 AM PST - 17 comments
iMacs: The gaming dilemma
New iMac alert. Gimme, gimme, gimme! One question before I bust open my piggy bank: What's my best bet for a "secondary OS" -- Windows XP or Vista? [more inside]
Help me go beyond high school chem class, LD50-wise.
Calling all science types: Help me get a more sophisticated grasp of the "LD50" concept used to test the toxicity of substances. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 6:01 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 6:01 AM PST - 17 comments
Save me from activating 48 Vista computers by hand!
Thanks to a bit of confusion in our department I have an entire lab of 48 computers with the wrong Windows Vista product key. I have been given the correct one but would like to save myself as much headache as possible. I have a script that will rewrite the product key and successfully activate the computers but I need help on how to most efficiently get it out there. [more inside]
posted by genial at 5:26 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by genial at 5:26 AM PST - 4 comments
Can I get an address with no www to work with godaddy?
I've bought a domain with Godaddy. I would like the http://mydomain.net (with no 'www') to go to my site, except it doesn't, it goes to a parked page. How can I change it so it goes to the same place as typing http://www.mydomain.net?
(I'm not an idiot, but for these purposes, I might need it spelled out).
posted by minifig at 5:06 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by minifig at 5:06 AM PST - 11 comments
Far from all resort of mirth, / Save the cricket on the hearth!
Obsolete Technology Filter: Please help me figure out what the problem is with my Roberts longwave radio! [more inside]
Apple Panic
My macbook panic: After going ahead and downloading an update for the OS X my macbook crashed and will not know restart. I'm in panic mode as I have pics of newborn daughter on there. Please help. [more inside]
Starting a Magazine
How do I start a magazine? [more inside]
August 7
help me find an old book of science projects
Can you help me find an awesome old book of science projects. I remember many relevant details, but nothing handy like the author or title. [more inside]
posted by Good Brain at 11:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Good Brain at 11:16 PM PST - 10 comments
How to deal with red wine stained teeth
How do you deal with red wine staining your teeth purple during an evening out? [more inside]
Help me find the right words
I've developed a bit of a crush on a girl that I consider to be a good friend. How to tell her that I have these feelings for her? [more inside]
Quick fix for a break-out
I'm wearing a backless dress for a formal event this Saturday, and my back has suddenly broken out in a small smattering of acne. What can I do to minimize/clear this up in four days? [more inside]
Why is the dryer half as full as when I started it?
Sometime during the last hour or so, half of my clothes have disappeared from my building's communal laundry facilities. What do I do? [more inside]
Spider ID?
What kind of spider is here, hanging out above my bed? I would guesstimate that from leg to leg the guy you see there is probably 1.5"-2". Is it the somewhat hard to identify brown recluse (who isn't even supposed to be native to Chicago)? Will I die? How best can I kill it from a distance?
I am staying awake anxiously awaiting your answers! [more inside]
posted by ztdavis at 9:32 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by ztdavis at 9:32 PM PST - 33 comments
kunstpalast fur industriepalast?
anyone know where i can find a poster of fritz kahn's classic litho, "Der Mensch als Industriepalast" (Man as Industrial Palace), in toronto? [more inside]
posted by twistofrhyme at 9:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by twistofrhyme at 9:27 PM PST - 5 comments
Should I segregate mefi and facebook?
How much should I worry about having separate online and offline identities? [more inside]
Kernels of doom!
Culinary uses for apricot kernels... is it worth the trouble of saving my pits? [more inside]
Any recourse for bungled MacBook FedEx delivery?
Any recourse for bungled MacBook FedEx delivery? No one saw the package, and no one will help... [more inside]
posted by quarterframer at 8:07 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by quarterframer at 8:07 PM PST - 21 comments
Migrate existing xp setup to new imac
So now that the new imacs have arrived, it's time to sell my old imac and my boyfriend's old pc and use the new imac. I've figured out that we need Parallels and can use Transporter to bring in the necessary pc programs/copy of xp. These are the steps I think I need to do to get the pc stuff working (the mac stuff looks like a cinch): [more inside]
How to put a macron over X in Microsoft Word
Does anyone know how I can put a macron over the letter X in Microsoft word (using microsoft office 2007 currently). [more inside]
Am I going to get sick from eating this pulled pork?
Am I going to get sick from eating this pulled pork? [more inside]
posted by Loto at 7:56 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by Loto at 7:56 PM PST - 38 comments
borrowed characters in movies
What are some movies that feature a character from another movie, played by the same actor -- but the movies do not have sequel or spinoff relationships, and are not written or directed by the same person? Does this ever happen? [more inside]
Why do rotten onions smell good?
Why do rotten onions sometimes smell good? [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 7:34 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 7:34 PM PST - 6 comments
Who are some literary figures who either 1) had a knack for words or 2) who analyzed other people's words?
Who are some literary figures who either 1) had a knack for words or 2) who analyzed other people's words?
What's the best game engine to use for producing footage that's truly royalty-free?
I want to include some fabricated video game footage into a commercial video piece. I don't have the time or the resources to have professional 3D animation done, so I've decided to use a machinima approach towards animation. My main concern, though, is copyright issues -- what's the best game engine to use for producing footage that's truly royalty-free? [more inside]
Freezer meal ideas
What are your favourite "don't cook before freezing" freezer meal recipes? [more inside]
posted by acoutu at 6:50 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by acoutu at 6:50 PM PST - 19 comments
How to meet people in Chicago in their 20s.
[ChicagoFilter] I moved to Chicago recently, and I'm having difficulty making friends and meeting people who are around my age
(early 20s) who share similar interests -- and I am looking for suggestions on how to branch out. (mi) [more inside]
Too Young to Be Washed Up
How do you keep from feeling guilty that you didn't "live up to your potential"? [more inside]
How to keep from going insane from boredom.
Trapped overnight in a Super 8 in the desolate part of Chicago. What to do? [more inside]
Barless in Seattle or Wanted: Beer + Talking
My girlfriend and I just moved to Seattle and are looking for new bars and hangout spots. This might be a long shot, but can anyone suggest places that are like The Garage or Rojo in Birmingham, AL or Cafe Coco in Nashville, TN? [more inside]
posted by silverspeak at 6:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by silverspeak at 6:11 PM PST - 10 comments
Is this week a special time in Dominican-American culture?
Is this week a religious holiday, or other special time, in Dominican-American culture? (I'm not finding anything by googling, but I might not know how to look.)
Where can I find the missing History Of Britain Epsodes?
Can anyone direct me to episodes 3, 7, 12 and 14 of A History Of Britain? [more inside]
Moving filter: What and where did you research before choosing to moving somewhere?
Moving filter: What and where did you research before choosing to moving somewhere? What should we look for? [more inside]
Stock-less stew
How can I thicken/season a vegetable stew without resorting to mystery meat ingredients? [more inside]
posted by rolypolyman at 5:02 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by rolypolyman at 5:02 PM PST - 32 comments
ebay n00b needs help with shipping
Ebay n00b seller. Confused by shipping, and the results searching on ebay and google for the answer. [more inside]
posted by girlbowler at 4:58 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by girlbowler at 4:58 PM PST - 19 comments
I need to learn everything about storage sheds and barns
I am writing an ebook about storage sheds and barns, and would love to learn a few things.
What do you use your storage shed for? I know most people use it to store their lawn mower and gardening supplies, but others are using sheds/barns creatively, [more inside]
What is it like to be a fox?
I would like to read some literate, accurate portraits of what it's like to be an attractive person in present U.S. or European society. [more inside]
Help! Amazon hates me! Why??
Why can’t I register to sell my used books, etc., at Amazon? I went through all the online steps, got approval emails about the items I’d posted, then within an hour, got another ominous email from “alliance@amazon.com” telling me... [more inside]
How to tell unemployment that I'm able and willing to work for jobs that don't suck?
Am I automatically going to lose unemployment benefits if I don't accept a job offer with the company that originally fired me? Can I maintain plausible deniability if I refuse to return their phone calls? [more inside]
Death by newsprint
Help me identify a story, written at least 40 years ago, about a guy who dies crushed under a pile of newspapers. [more inside]
posted by em at 3:47 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by em at 3:47 PM PST - 10 comments
Help Planning Cremation
My partner and I are doing estate planning. What's the best way to pre-arrange cremation? [more inside]
The pen is mightier than the sword!
What kind of pen did Dr. Jones use in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade? [more inside]
Nouns that are now also verbs?
Is there a list of nouns that have become verbs and when they were officially added as a verb to one of the main dictionaries? [more inside]
Gadget chargers for a road trip?
Going on a road trip with an unprecedented (for us) number of gadgets. What's the best solution for keeping them all charged? [more inside]
I have no identity! How do I use my bank and take a flight?
I've lost my wallet and passport and I need to get money and fly this weekend, help! [more inside]
posted by atomly at 2:18 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by atomly at 2:18 PM PST - 17 comments
In search of some roses
I'm interested in starting a few rose plants and I have no idea where I can find out about certain strains that appear to be ghosts on the internet. I've found that there is some people who have genetically engineered a blue rose and I'm interested in acquiring a blue rose plant engineered or not and I don't want to just dye white roses blue. Any information about roses that look like the ones from the film "V for Vendetta" is also appreciated. [more inside]
posted by Chamunks at 2:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Chamunks at 2:10 PM PST - 7 comments
Why do we smell oil when the heat hasn't been turned on for months?
We have oil heat, but as you might expect in the middle of summer's dog days, we are not using it. So why do I periodically get a very strong smell of oil? This seems to have just begun in the last few days - at least I didn't notice it before.
I checked the basement oil tank, no visible leaks and there is no strong smell down there. There have been no recent deliveries of oil that would explain this.
Thanks for any help.
posted by mmf at 2:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mmf at 2:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Should I filter my well water?
Should I filter my well water? [more inside]
Mini Cooper rental in Vancouver?
Where can I rent a Mini Cooper in Vancouver BC? [more inside]
Long term laxative use side effects?
What horrific side effects could one expect from long-term laxative use? By long term, I mean taken daily for the past 3-4 years. [more inside]
Shopping's Hard Work: Looking for Elusive Paper Size
I need to find copier paper sized 8.5x13. Any stores you know of selling it? After 2 hours of searching, I give up. I know it exists but I can't find a US supplier.
Thanks!
posted by whitneykitty at 1:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by whitneykitty at 1:35 PM PST - 12 comments
Is it ever OK to change peoples posts on a web forum?
Is it ever OK to change peoples posts on a web forum? Say theoretically a government department ran a consultation via web forum, with invited, non anonymous participants, and wasn't happy with what some of their own staff said. Would it be ok for them to order the staff to edit the posts? Are there any useful examples of the consequences?
For the love of chocolate or money...
Yesterday I had no job. Today I have 2... Help me figure out which one would be better... [more inside]
posted by MayNicholas at 1:20 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by MayNicholas at 1:20 PM PST - 25 comments
Shipping bytes
Shipping hard drives - need good robust packaging... [more inside]
posted by fluffycreature at 1:12 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by fluffycreature at 1:12 PM PST - 4 comments
My Computer Can't Hear Itself
Vista screwed up my ability to record inline audio. How do I fix it? [more inside]
posted by superbird at 12:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by superbird at 12:49 PM PST - 5 comments
Motherboard Replacement
Can a Dell L400 laptop motherboard be swapped out for a C400 motherboard?
posted by blue_beetle at 12:46 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by blue_beetle at 12:46 PM PST - 1 comment
Williamstown chow?
One night in Williamstown, Mass. Tell me where to eat.
Where to shop for a good-valued engagement ring?
Need help shopping for engagement ring [more inside]
posted by macsigler at 12:22 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by macsigler at 12:22 PM PST - 32 comments
Average salary for 27 year old college grad.
What is the average salary for a 27 year old college graduate? [more inside]
posted by blueplasticfish at 12:08 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by blueplasticfish at 12:08 PM PST - 20 comments
Man Eat Drive?
I hooked up and formatted a new external HD. I now want to return it and get a refund or exchange. Possible? [more inside]
posted by artdrectr at 12:04 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by artdrectr at 12:04 PM PST - 8 comments
Should I refinance now?
Should I refinance now, or wait until my 5-year ARM "expires"? More details inside. [more inside]
Flash Video Homepage
Looking for commercial/business/corporate sites where a flash video clip starts playing upon loading the home page - and it works, looks good, isn't annoying. [more inside]
Why does my app not like XML Notepad?
I'm currently using XML Spy to edit XML templates. I've just checked out MS XML Notepad and much prefer it, but the app I'm using which references the XML doc doesn't like it. Why? [more inside]
Replace HVAC now or later?
Ten-year old air conditioner, busted compressor. Get a new compressor, or replace the whole thing? [more inside]
posted by commander_cool at 11:24 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by commander_cool at 11:24 AM PST - 8 comments
what can I do if the eyedrops I bought are expired?
what can I do if the eyedrops I bought are expired? [more inside]
posted by esolo at 11:21 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by esolo at 11:21 AM PST - 9 comments
Can't remember a funny anecdote..
What is this joke? ('concept of an apple'?) [more inside]
posted by theiconoclast31 at 11:12 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by theiconoclast31 at 11:12 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me be a cool older cousin in DC!
What should I do with my 17 year old cousin in Washington, DC this weekend? [more inside]
Make the music continue playing please
Flash Player 9, running in Firefox pauses when it senses that it is no longer on screen. Please make it stop doing this so that I can listen to music (and videos) in the background. [more inside]
Formatting Phone Numbers
Why are certain phone numbers written out differently on web pages, e-mails, business cards, etc? Such as 123-456-7890 or 123.456.7890? How did this originate and are there situations where one format is more appropriate than another?
How Much Will It Cost???
How Much to Replace Copper Gas Lines in a small house? [more inside]
Database of schools in the US.
Looking for a free downloadable database of schools in the US. [more inside]
Help me deal with my mom's demands, in light of her possible medical situation.
My mom says she has cancer.
I don't buy it. [more inside]
Pennies from heaven, or unwanted garbage?
Would it be insulting to give a jar of pennies, (probably close to $7 or $8 worth) to a panhandler? [more inside]
posted by hector horace at 9:44 AM PST - 55 comments
posted by hector horace at 9:44 AM PST - 55 comments
Who Built This Rainy Tin Shack?
In 3rd or 4th grade ('86 or 87') my school took us on a field trip to M.O.C.A. (in Los Angeles). I was permanently affected by a particular piece which involved a small tin shack, filled with random, dillapidated objects and the sound of rain (or actual water) hitting the tin roof. I can't figure out who created this great murky relic of my childhood. I'm about to include a related idea in a project I'm working on, and I want to know who I'm referencing.
posted by thegreatfleecircus at 9:22 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by thegreatfleecircus at 9:22 AM PST - 6 comments
Not your art teacher's kind of drawing
Where you're from, do you ever refer to a draught/draft beer as a 'draw'? [more inside]
Is a Leica worth it's price tag?
Any casual photographers using a Leica D-Lux 3? [more inside]
Does my iPhone hate my Sennheiser noise cancelling headphones?
My iPhone and my Sennheiser noise cancelling headphones are not playing nicely. Periodically, I get an annoying buzzing/interference noise when I'm listening to music on my iPhone and have noise cancellation switched on. [more inside]
posted by kathryn at 8:45 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by kathryn at 8:45 AM PST - 11 comments
Long Range Wifi Cards with Mac OS X?
Wifi Shootout: powerbook g4 PCMCIA: what card and antenna combination will get me the most bang for my buck in terms of range? [more inside]
Looking for an almost-pachinko game.
Looking for an almost-pachinko game.I am trying to remember the name of a pachinko-like game where steel balls bounce down through the mechanism, and are clearly collected in slots at the bottom for scoring. In fact, I think it may have been called "pachinko" at the time, as this was before the Japanese version was widely known, but I am pretty sure there is another, specific name for this type of machine. [more inside]
posted by frykitty at 8:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by frykitty at 8:27 AM PST - 4 comments
Front loading washing machine purchasing advice
I need to purchase a new washing machine and I am considering a front loader but I need some advice. [more inside]
Suggest now or forever hold your peace
We're taking pre-wedding, formal wedding photos; but are tired of the clichéd locations (i.e., gardens and the like). What are some more interesting type of locations to have photos taken? [more inside]
posted by mutantdisco! at 8:23 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by mutantdisco! at 8:23 AM PST - 28 comments
What computer (not laptop) for music performance and recording?
What new PC computer CPU (not laptop) would you recommend to record/playback audio from disk while running several heavy VSTs? It will be used for recording and live performance. I want capacity and low latency with no hiccups. I am looking at bang for the buck, but don't want to spend almost enough. AMD or Intel dual core? Intel quad core worth the extra money? 2 gig RAM enough? [more inside]
posted by Enron Hubbard at 8:08 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Enron Hubbard at 8:08 AM PST - 4 comments
Should we adopt two adult littermates or two kittens?
We are adopting two cats, but can't decide whether to adopt a pair of kittens or a pair of adult littermates. Could you help us weigh which pair will be helped more if we adopt them? [more inside]
The Great Toronto Croc Quest
Crocs are supposed to be comfortable. I'm between sizes on the ubiquious 'beach' model, so they don't work for me. I know there are adult models that have traditional sizing, (and aren't Mary Janes) so where can I find them in Toronto? [more inside]
Will never take another beach photo
Sand in my Ixus camera! Should I pay the repair charge or try to fix this myself? [more inside]
posted by gfrobe at 7:29 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gfrobe at 7:29 AM PST - 6 comments
A Zoltant Khodaly choral work with a Hallelujah at the end?
Half-remembered Zoltan Kodaly (I think)choral piece that ends with a Hallelujah, help! [more inside]
Sending E-mails with PHP
How do I get PHP to send an e-mail. Is there a way to do it without recompiling PHP/Apache. If not, how do I recompile PHP/Apache on a linux system to do this? [more inside]
Bubbles
Maximal volume of an ellipsoid... [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 6:55 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 6:55 AM PST - 15 comments
Cheapskate photoshoot
Help with photo-shoot on the cheap! [more inside]
Scanner Kills Computer
My scanner fried my motherboard, was this to be expected? Can it be prevented? Do I assume the scanner is dead too? [more inside]
Wifi not working in Starbucks
Wifi Problem: Laptop logs on to wireless network at home instantly but doesnt do so at a Starbucks (UK). (Sony Vaio notebook (Tz) runs MS Vista) (details below) [more inside]
How do I manage tons of browser tabs?
How do you manage a lot of open browser tabs? [more inside]
posted by dhoe at 2:16 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by dhoe at 2:16 AM PST - 19 comments
phpBB 2 killfile script
Can you help me find and install a script that will hide posts from certain users on a phpBB 2 forum? [more inside]
How many graphic design firms are in the United States and Canada?
How many graphic design firms are in the United States and Canada? [more inside]
August 6
DC Shopping Spree: Send My Sister to College in Style
What are some good places to shop for dorm decor, cool fashion accessories, and other college-related frivolities in the DC area? [more inside]
posted by decathecting at 11:02 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by decathecting at 11:02 PM PST - 14 comments
Is this formula an underestimate of how many calories I should be consuming daily?
Is this a reasonable way to determine ideal calorie intake? [more inside]
posted by bijou at 10:14 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by bijou at 10:14 PM PST - 18 comments
USB for PCI-X for my PowerMac G5
How can I add more USB 2.0 ports to my G5 PowerMac if it only takes PCI-X cards? [more inside]
posted by Plug Dub In at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Plug Dub In at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Birders, hear my call
Birders: Help me figure out what bird I saw today! It looked a lot like the bird in this picture - the Greater Ani - but that bird's not usually sighted in North America, according to various internet sources. [more inside]
Need help finding a specific article on work/computer addiction due to the mind not being challenged
Need help finding a specific article on work/computer addiction due to the mind not being challenged [more inside]
posted by JPigford at 8:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by JPigford at 8:33 PM PST - 3 comments
Help us regiter thousands of voters!
I would like to do a major service project with my Chicago middle school students where we register voters in their (and our school) neighborhood. What ideas might you genius mefites have for us? What organizations should we work with? How can we maximize our efforts through creative events/ideas? Any ideas? Any? [more inside]
posted by allthewhile at 8:30 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by allthewhile at 8:30 PM PST - 7 comments
Help Me Find a Pseudo-Card!
What's the best way for me to buy things on websites that require a credit card without using a "real" card? [more inside]
posted by DMan at 8:21 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by DMan at 8:21 PM PST - 19 comments
Why does my fridge create a pond inside ?
Why does water constantly collect in our fridge? [more inside]
posted by iamabot at 8:16 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by iamabot at 8:16 PM PST - 12 comments
Can I choose which Contacts in Outlook 2007 sync to my Pocket PC?
Outlook and Address Book question. Can I choose which Contacts in Outlook 2007 sync to my Pocket PC? [more inside]
Strike 4! No wait, ball 5! Err...
BaseballFilter: If a batter has a full count and then fouls off the next few pitches, do those pitches go as a ball or a strike in the pitcher's pitch count for the game?
posted by phaded at 7:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by phaded at 7:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Best Toronto Spray-tan?
Where should I go in Toronto to get a really good spray tan? [more inside]
Stop-Start Computing
What would make an old Windows computer stop accepting input for short periods of time (2-3 minutes)? [more inside]
IANAL Divorcefilter (please hope me)
My marriage of ~10yrs is on the ropes. My wife is suing for divorce, and (among other less important things) wants full custody of our beautiful youngsters (ages >4 and <10). There's more inside, but here are my specific questions: 1) I have reason to believe she is having an affair. Does her alleged adultery, if proven, give me any leverage with regards to custody? 2) What other ethical ways are there to ensure I at least get joint physical and legal custodianship? [more inside]
negotiating child-sharing
Custody question for someone with no (?) legal rights: [more inside]
the bridge is gone and my mind went with it
I live in Minneapolis, a few blocks from where the bridge collapsed. I wasn't there at the time, nor was anyone I know, but I went over that bridge earlier that day, and every day before that. I've been feeling a lot of anxiety since it fell; it could easily have been me or anyone I know, and I'm scared that something will happen suddenly to me or to the people I love. I know that the way I'm feeling isn't rational, especially since I wasn't personally affected by it, but it's very real and it's affecting my life. I also know that we can all go at any time and so we need to live life to the fullest, but how can I get over it and get from here to there?
posted by anonymous at 7:15 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by anonymous at 7:15 PM PST - 14 comments
New computer, no internet
New computer won't connect to internet... [more inside]
posted by unccivil at 6:49 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by unccivil at 6:49 PM PST - 16 comments
He only eats dry-wall when he's bored.
I love my dog, but he loves to eat my walls. I need some direction for fixing some drywall and molding damage with minimal expense. (With pictures) [more inside]
posted by toomuchpete at 6:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by toomuchpete at 6:49 PM PST - 12 comments
City community center: Free to them, fee for us
Can a public community center charge a private daycare for space that is free to the public? [more inside]
How to do concurrent multi-user OSX?
How do I go about logging in, remotely and with something like VNC, to Mac OSX, while also (at the same time) using the computer locally as a different user? Is this possible? Is there a different way to do this? (I already have ssh all set up, if that'll help.)
posted by philomathoholic at 6:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by philomathoholic at 6:41 PM PST - 6 comments
boat guy in nyc
fishing on a boat in or near nyc [more inside]
Are tortillas compatible with sandwich toasters?
Can tortillas be used in sandwich (or waffle) toasters? [more inside]
posted by unmake at 6:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by unmake at 6:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Can I stay in a lighthouse or somewhere equally cool in Nova Scotia?
I would like to stay someplace nice and interesting in Halifax, NS for three days in September. Help me find it? [more inside]
posted by jessamyn at 6:25 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jessamyn at 6:25 PM PST - 13 comments
It's just so ear-rational!
Why do babies pull their ears when they are tired? [more inside]
My Wifi is Cursed
I'm having strange Wireless issues. I've tried two PCI cards (they were both LINKSYS WMP11 PCI Wireless-B Adapter) and a USB dongle (Netgear WG111T USB) in Windows XP and Ubuntu Feisty Fawn.
Any time I get to the point where the wireless connection is being made, the computer completely freezes. No keyboard or mouse response at all. I have to shut the computer's power off. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Pills out of order
I screwed up my birth control. [more inside]
Natural cure for "root decay?"
My husband and I have both been diagnosed with "root decay" as we both have many crowned teeth and as you get older a gap develops between the gum and the crown and decay seeps in to the space.
Its very expensive to have perfectly good crowns ripped out and replaced in order to have this problem resolved, until the next time gaps develop between the gum and crown.
The only thing the dentist recommends is leaving fluoride toothpaste on our teeth all night, every night, but we are "health nuts" and are, therefore fluoride avoiders.
Any natural aids for this problem? How about rinsing with hydrogen peroxide solution every night?
Thanks!
How much should I offer for the building I live and work in?
I live and work in the same building, which I lease from an absentee landlord who does little more than collect the rent. Over the years, my business has become quite prominent and is quickly outgrowing the space. I now have the means to buy the building from my landlord, but need advice on making the initial offer. Much more pertinent, specific info inside. [more inside]
posted by (bb|[^b]{2}) at 5:34 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by (bb|[^b]{2}) at 5:34 PM PST - 7 comments
I need to see the funny again!
Does anyone have video (VHS, DVD, anything) of Tom Kenny's standup routines? [more inside]
Where to stay for Punkin Chunkin 2007
PumpkinFilter: Finally, after years of longing, I am attending Punkin Chunkin 2007. [more inside]
Spellcheck has disabled self
My Spellcheck isn't working [more inside]
Good space for a casting call?
I'm trying to host an open casting call for actors/models in NYC. Any ideas for somewhere professional, yet cheap or free? [more inside]
pectus excavatum info for parents
It looks like our one year old son has pectus excavatum, or a sunken chest. I've seen other guys with this but never really thought much of it. I understand that it's rarely a physical handicap, but that it can have some psycho/social reprecussions. Have any mefites dealt with p.e. growing up? Had surgeries? Wish you had/hadn't? How did your parents address it? How do you wish they had addressed it? [more inside]
posted by the christopher hundreds at 4:36 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by the christopher hundreds at 4:36 PM PST - 13 comments
fake newspaper layout template?
Can someone point me toward a fake newspaper layout I can easily modify? I would prefer to pay for it, no, I mean NOT pay for it, sorry! [more inside]
Are there kinds of partner dancing that don't trace their origin to Europe?
Are there any kinds of partner dancing that don't trace their origin to Europe? [more inside]
Raleigh downtown?
Queen music on Flash Gordon pinball machine ?
Does the Flash Gordon pinball machine from 1981 feature any sound effects with Queen music from the movie soundtrack ?
Where can I get a battery-powered LED clock?
Where can I get a battery-powered LED clock? [more inside]
Recommend a few good text adventure games!
Recommend a few good text adventure games! [more inside]
Where can I find the David Cross interview
where can i hear/watch a copy of the David Cross interview "Comedy Isn't Pretty"? I heard about it from
this article about Michael Cera
'Cera said he carries in his bag an interview with David Cross, one of his many comedy mentors and a fellow actor in "Arrested Development." Headlined "Comedy Isn't Pretty," the interview features Cross "talking about how not enough people are willing to look foolish these days," Cera said. "That really had a big message to me. You can't have any shame."'
Help me have a lovely summer in the city of lights!
Help me find an English-speaking internship or volunteer program in Paris next summer. [more inside]
What can I do with my extra computer?
What are some creative things I can use an extra desktop for? The computer is big, loud, and hot, so I keep it in the pantry with a wireless adapter and access it via SSH or remote desktop. [more inside]
posted by lpctstr; at 2:13 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lpctstr; at 2:13 PM PST - 10 comments
any difference between 'acting' and 'interim' in job title?
When filling in for a superior that has resigned, before a permanent replacement for the position is identified, is there any difference between a job title of "acting $POSITION" and one of "interim $POSITION"? Specifically, does one indicate that the temporary replacement is or is not in consideration to be the permanent replacement? (This is a position in a university office, if that matters.)
The AstroGuy broadcast network is NOT on the air...
My new HP laptop has a web cam but no useful software for it. So how can I actually use this thing? [more inside]
Portland adventure or boring nightmare?
I'll be flying into Portland (PDX) this Friday morning. I'm staying in Vancouver but no one will be available to pick me up until late afternoon. Is it feasible for me to spend the day exploring Portland using public transport or am I stuck at the airport?
posted by Mamapotomus at 1:49 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Mamapotomus at 1:49 PM PST - 16 comments
Smart Programs for a Smartphone.
Looking for two programs for my new Palm Treo 750 (which uses Windows Mobile 5) Smartphone that this previous thread, while very useful, didn't provide. Namely, a version of Firefox for mobile phones (like Opera mobile but free) and a good suggestion for an alarm clock that lets me use my MP3s as the alarm sound and, importantly, includes a snooze function.
Good small business blogs and podcasts?
What are some great small business blogs and podcasts? [more inside]
Email / SMS reminders w/Exchange
I there a way to have Exchange email or SMS meeting reminders to your cell phone? [more inside]
Where do I put the desk stuff?
I'm moving to a new place. Previously I had a desk and in this new place, I will not. I'm not sure where to put some things. [more inside]
What to do with all these posters?
Got myself a bunch of posters from the San Diego Comicon and realised only too late that I really don't have the space for them. [more inside]
posted by sweetlyvicious at 1:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sweetlyvicious at 1:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Private student loans, how-to
I have private student loans (not fed subsidized) through Sallie Mae. I, accidentally, have found myself delinquent on the loans for one month. A friend is offering to pay a large portion of the loans, but not the entire amount. Can I use this to negotiate wiping my delinquency from the records and thus not have it hit my credit report? Also how bad will going into forbearance during my (unpaid) internship be until my full-time job starts? One more, due private student loans qualify for the interest deduction on my taxes? [more inside]
Helvetica Neue == Neue Helvetica?
Is Adobe's Helvetica Neue different from Linotype's Neue Helvetica? [more inside]
posted by designbot at 1:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by designbot at 1:00 PM PST - 8 comments
What is this giant red and orange cone-shaped thing?
What is this large red and orange checkerboarded cone I saw on I-5 somewhere around Olympia, WA?
posted by 0xFCAF at 12:44 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by 0xFCAF at 12:44 PM PST - 11 comments
screen printers in the bay area?
Screen Printing Question: Looking for someone to professionally burn a screen for me in the SF area. [more inside]
Holiday help.
Looking for a nice, inexpensive vacation destination for this coming January (2008), leaving from Montreal. [more inside]
University dual-boot lab setup
What are some best practices for managing a (university) lab full of Ubuntu/Windows XP dualboot machines? [more inside]
Sharepoint Auto-increment
Sharepoint Filter: Does anyone know how to create fields/columns in MS Sharepoint lists where a field number will auto-increment based upon the field number in the previous record? It may be possible to use a calculated field but we've been running into some walls on that one.
Where will I find tub?
I love relaxing in a tub after a long day's work. Problem is, my apartment has only a shower! Can you help me find a tub-substitute (that doesn't involve going to icky public baths) please? [more inside]
posted by arnicae at 11:40 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by arnicae at 11:40 AM PST - 23 comments
How to clean a point-and-shoot image sensor?
DigitalCameraFilter: I think my Canon point-and-shoot has a dirty sensor. How to clean? [more inside]
Where can I find No Minimum Personalized goods to buy?
Where can I find No Minimum customized goods to buy? [more inside]
posted by ramix at 11:35 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by ramix at 11:35 AM PST - 1 comment
Mejore Mi Castellano
I need to read something in Spanish. I want excellent writing, with involving plots, and it must be in print. Good detective fiction perhaps? [more inside]
"Ace of Cakes" equivalent in or near Seattle?
I'm looking for a place in Seattle or nearby that makes wacky and creative custom cakes similar to those featured on the Food TV program "Ace of Cakes". [more inside]
posted by matildaben at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by matildaben at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
Flavoring Weisse
Where can I purchase Himbeer (raspberry) and Waldmeister (woodruff) syrup in boston?
Stink be gone
Help me get the stink out of my storage space...naturally, please [more inside]
What's a student card and how do I get one?
What's a student card and how do I get one?
I'm about to order a Macbook and I want to take advantage of Apple's student discounts. It looks like I should be eligible (I'm over 18 and I've been accepted into a UK university) but it says I also have to have a valid student card. Should I have one already or is there something I have to do to get one?
posted by Andy Harwood at 10:02 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Andy Harwood at 10:02 AM PST - 14 comments
Pitfalls to being a non-profit board member?
Pitfalls to being a non-profit board member? [more inside]
posted by white_devil at 9:57 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by white_devil at 9:57 AM PST - 11 comments
I'm not good enough?
Strip clubs and relationships. I've never been one to visit those types of establishments very often - heck only three times in my 35 years. I've asked my girlfriend of five years a few times to go with me for a fun couple's night out but she's turned me down for few reasons and I've tried not to pressure her because it's not that big of a deal to me. However.... [more inside]
New house, new vet!
PDXkittyfilter: Help my kitties find a new veterinarian! [more inside]
I Am Too Weak.
I need someone to move my stuff! NYC area. [more inside]
posted by modernsquid at 9:45 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by modernsquid at 9:45 AM PST - 14 comments
How do I make my shirt smaller?
Hideous Uniform Filter: How do I make a polo shirt smaller? [more inside]
Where can I find nutritional yeast or alternatives in the UK?
Where can I get nutritional yeast in the UK? Failing that, what could I use instead? [more inside]
The ten second iTunes CPU hog
Itunes question: Every song I play gets a case of the slowdowns and cracks the CPU usages up to 100%, but ONLY from 0:10-0:20. Otherwise it runs fine. It never used to be this way. What's up with that? (details inside) [more inside]
posted by thecjm at 9:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by thecjm at 9:08 AM PST - 7 comments
what's up in the elearning community?
I am in need of examples of successful and attractive e-learning sites, preferably geared towards changing jobs and/or women over forty. Gracias.
What to get friends for agreeing to be godparent types?
Gifts for godparent-types? We've asked about a dozen people to be "mentors" to our rugrat, in an area of their choice. What do we get them to say thanks and that they have a special bond with her? [more inside]
Where can I find matcha powder?
Where can I buy matcha powder in Boston, MA (closer to Arlington would be better)? Or does anyone know where one can find it near Nottingham, UK?
IPA in Paris
Where can I find an IPA in Paris? I'm in Marais, but willing to travel!
posted by mrunderhill at 7:39 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mrunderhill at 7:39 AM PST - 4 comments
DC Scavhunt!
DC Mefites! Help me plan my scavenger hunt in Washington, DC [more inside]
Mixtape Filter: Songs about NYC
Airline "Weather Weasling" out of rule 240?
My United Air flight from Washington, DC to New York (departing 4:55pm yesterday) was canceled. I asked to be booked on the next flight, based on rule 240. The airline refused, claiming it was canceled due to weather. But at the time of cancelation, there were clear skies at both airports, and plenty of other planes on the same route at similar times were not canceled. How do I call bullshit, and make them pay for my inconvenience (an extra day in DC, taxi w/2 small kids, etc), and for being such big liars?
posted by ericbop at 6:26 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ericbop at 6:26 AM PST - 15 comments
MacOSX/Palm OS Finance Software
I'm seeking personal finance management software for OSX / Palm OS or something web-based. [more inside]
Staging a computer crime to help train Miss Marple
How can I realistically stage an (alleged) computer crime? [more inside]
Winter holiday festivals in Alabama, Mississippi and Alabama - Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and others especially...
Help me find family-friendly winter holiday festivals and celebrations in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama to be held this year (2007-2008)-- especially non-Christian celebrations like those celebrating Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, or just winter itself. Or specific cultural celebrations that would offer something beyond the usual Xmas/Santa stuff. [more inside]
Colour IS spelt right you annoying little paperclip...
How do I stop text pasted into MS Word turning American? [more inside]
Who should I return my faulty camera to?
I just bought a new camera through Amazon.co.uk. It's faulty. Who do I return it to and can I get a replacement quickly? [more inside]
posted by wayward vagabond at 3:34 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by wayward vagabond at 3:34 AM PST - 13 comments
Another "how to get a raise" question.. with a twist!
I applied for a promotion that I did not get, but my company still wants to keep me in that position's "training program," which has the same responsibilities as the position, but without the pay raise. [more inside]
posted by srrh at 2:52 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by srrh at 2:52 AM PST - 21 comments
What's an puppy rock-hound to do?
I need geology-activites suitable for children for an Rock-hound-day. [more inside]
Should I join the company pension or not?
Looking for electronic music that features guitars.
Looking for electronic music that features guitars. [more inside]
posted by mmoncur at 1:30 AM PST - 62 comments
posted by mmoncur at 1:30 AM PST - 62 comments
August 5
I need the basics of backing things up.
I'm trying to find a way to efficiently back up a large, ever changing folder periodically. I believe what I want is something that does a "mirror backup" but only when I want it to. Do programs like these exist? Any recommendations? [more inside]
Affordable movers: Minnesota to Wisconsin?
How can I find affordable movers to move my stuff from Minneapolis to Madison? [more inside]
How should I continue with my open source web app idea?
I've have this idea for an open source web application project. Currently, there isn't much more than sketches, light research and ideas resulting from my own experiences of using similiar products. I would like to do something real out of this but the scope of the project is far too big for me alone. What should I do next? [more inside]
posted by Foci for Analysis at 9:42 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Foci for Analysis at 9:42 PM PST - 16 comments
Has anyone ever heard of this show or guy?
I am considering taking my invention (patent pending) to a show called "The big idea with Donny Deutsch" which also has a show on television in the US on CNBC. Has anyone ever heard of this show or Donny Deutsch? The show is holding a road show in San Francisco for inventors in October and I would like to know if anyone has any feed back regarding this company.
Wedding night getaway within an hour of New York?
We're getting married in New York City and hoping to find a cozy romantic quiet getaway spot just outside the city. Ideally, this would be within an hour travel of Manhattan and be ~$150-200/night range. It'd be nice if there were a pool and/or jaccuzi and quiet natural environs. We are just looking for a beautiful place to unwind for one night before we have to start packing for our honeymoon. We're open to New Jersey or New York (Long Island, upstate) suggestions.
Help me post a video on Wordpress. Please!
Help me post video on my Wordpress blog. Please! [more inside]
posted by damiano99 at 7:44 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by damiano99 at 7:44 PM PST - 6 comments
Does Threelac fight Candida safely and effectively?
Does anyone in or around the hive have any experience taking a product called Threelac to fight Candida Albicans? [more inside]
I am looking for a bookshelf HDDVD Storage Tray
I am looking for a bookshelf HDDVD Storage Tray that resembles this DVD Storage Tray by Case Logic. Case Logic does not make the product I am looking for. HDDVD and Bluray discs come in a more compact plastic case that does not fit "snuggly" in the linked to storage tray...how irritating. Thanks for any help.
I am wondering why my right arm randomly goes numb for no reason at all. I don't lift anything heavy or anything of that sort, so what could it possibly be?
I am wondering why my right arm randomly goes numb for no reason at all. I don't lift anything heavy or anything of that sort, so what could it possibly be?
Some of my friends seem to think these are early signs of a possible stroke or a heart attack but I can't really buy that since I am 22 years old, fairly relaxed with a normal amount of a stress than any college student would have.
I also take no medications, I live a fairly normal lifestyle.
posted by cheero at 6:21 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by cheero at 6:21 PM PST - 21 comments
Becoming a Big Sister/Big Brother
I'm considering becoming a Big Sister. I know that it's a real commitment, and I have an idea of the individual, group and school programs that are available, but I'd like to hear about your experiences as current or former Big Sisters/Big Brothers anywhere in Canada or the States. (If you were a Little Sister or Brother, I'd like to hear from you, too.) What should I expect? What went well? What didn't go well?
posted by maudlin at 5:21 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by maudlin at 5:21 PM PST - 16 comments
How can I make an RSS-like feed that is publishable by the public?
How can I make an rss-like feed that is publishable by the public? Maybe there's a better way to do this, but here's what I'd like the end result to look like [more inside]
A wasp bit me and it hurt.
wasp and hornet filter: Does anyone know of a good product which can be used to *prevent* wasps and hornets from building their hives? Some kind of spray or jelly or strip of some kind? (That wont wash away in the rain)? [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 4:28 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jak68 at 4:28 PM PST - 14 comments
How can I send flowers to somebody in China?
Can anybody recommend an online florist that can accept US payment for delivery in China? [more inside]
posted by :-) at 4:22 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by :-) at 4:22 PM PST - 5 comments
Can I run a C64 BBS on my PC?
Can I run a C64 BBS on my PC? [more inside]
i'll have my name in lights...
In a few weeks, I have the wonderful opportunity to go see a Broadway show (my first!). My options are Hairspray, Wicked, or the Drowsy Chaperone. Which one should I pick?
posted by kidsleepy at 3:04 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by kidsleepy at 3:04 PM PST - 27 comments
Need a quick and easy system or app to help keep track of small transactions while I'm out.
I am looking for a good way to use my iPhone, Mac, and/or .mac account to keep track of small amounts of money that my friends and I owe each other. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 3:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 3:01 PM PST - 14 comments
What is this late-night HBO movie based on a true story?
In April (or May....or March) of this year, there was a movie on one of the expanded HBO channels around 2 or 3 in the morning. I don't think it was one of those type of movies, but it might be. The plot basically revolved around a group of high school kids from California who were into drugs and other nefarious activities, and ended up killing their good friend (more inside)... [more inside]
posted by EduTek at 2:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by EduTek at 2:46 PM PST - 13 comments
How to improve work performance of a staff member with ADHD.
How do I improve work performance of a staff member with ADHD? He needs a lot of coaching and support, which does help him get the basics done. But he doesn't seem to be improving. Can anyone suggest resources to help me help him strengthen his skills and the quality of his work? [more inside]
"So, how about them Mets?" sucks. I need awesome questions to spur conversation, create bonds and learn more about people.
What are the best questions you've ever been asked / asked someone to get to know them better, build closer friendships/bonds, find out secrets and interesting tidbits about their lives and worldviews?
I'm rather introverted (but working on being more sociable). I really relish meeting and interacting different people with different views but too often conversations aren't very interesting so I'm really not engaged or connecting with them.
I'm trying to get a lot better at chatting, learning about people and building bonds with people, but I need more ammo for interesting questions to unlock that higher level of discourse with the people that surround me. [more inside]
Damn thing won't acquire network address
Help my XP running lap top get unstuck while connecting to my WAP secured wireless network. [more inside]
posted by Dr. Lurker at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Dr. Lurker at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
DC Parking - any zone maps?
Is a map of parking zones in Washington DC available anywhere? I am moving to a central area where street parking is a nightmare most of the time. I think I'll have a zone 1 sticker - I'm trying to gauge where the boundaries are of zone 1 - so I'd know where to try and keep my car for the time being (I plan to get rid of it, but not quite yet). Google and DC DMV sites turn up nothing..
posted by citron at 12:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by citron at 12:02 PM PST - 8 comments
Livejournal authenticated RSS problem
Livejournal authenticated RSS feeds on Mac OS 10.4.10: why do they keep losing my credentials? May involve Keychain. [more inside]
How can I learn to smile?
Any issues with DIY passport photos?
Has anyone had any problems submitting home-printed photos for a US Passport? [more inside]
posted by mzurer at 11:49 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by mzurer at 11:49 AM PST - 21 comments
Make our boogie better!
Looking for some recommendations for dance classes in NYC. [more inside]
Cheap airfare from Boston or Montreal to London?
Please help me find super-cheap round trip airfare from Boston, US (or Montreal, Canada) to London, UK for a 2-week trip during the winter holiday season (Dec 15 - Jan 15, dates flexible). [more inside]
Was not an A/V Geek, but Need Help with my Home Equipment
Is this an optimal setup for my A/V equipment? [more inside]
Is my dentist too crazy to treat me?
I have pretty severe TMJ for my age (early 20s) that has been getting worse. My dentist seems competent (I think), but also kind of . . . kooky. Could other AskMefites, especially TMJ sufferers, weigh in on him and his methods? [more inside]
What is it about these songs? Help me find more!
There was an occasional song or two at first that had something special about them... but once in a while I find another, and I have been able to identify elements that they have in common. Are there other songs out there like these? I must find more! [more inside]
Not a mystery, but a question
Looking for the origin of a quote referenced by Dennis Covington in Salvation on Sand Mountain as being something he "read somewhere":
"Mystery...is not the absence of meaning, but the presence of more meaning than we can comprehend." [more inside]
Why do I get a sore throat from chemicals?
AllergyFilter. What could I be allergic to that causes me extreme throat irritation upon exposure to certain chemicals? [more inside]
Bikini wax question...problematic girly bits
I love the feeling of a cool breeze in the nether regions. I've been thinking of getting a Brazilian bikini wax, but I have some concerns specific to my anatomy. Can you help me out? [more inside]
Where can I download a good Portuguese>>Eng dictionary
Where can I download a good free Port>>Eng dictionary? [more inside]
Indian cooking staples in NYC?
Best place in New York City to buy Indian staples like ghee and garam masala? [more inside]
How to find best surgeon for a nosejob
How would you go about finding the best plastic surgeon for a nose-job? [more inside]
posted by JamesJD at 9:17 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by JamesJD at 9:17 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me pimp my AT&T 8525
Dear Hive Mind: Please help me find the best "must have" Mobile Windows 5.0 apps for my AT&T 8525, specifically software focused on Productivity / Organization. [more inside]
posted by DetonatedManiac at 9:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by DetonatedManiac at 9:09 AM PST - 4 comments
Why are you sitting on the floor?
Knee and foot pain. How do I get through working a 9 hour retail shift? [more inside]
Does anyone make a bluetooth conference microphone?
Does anybody make a high quality bluetooth microphone for conference call use? [more inside]
An old friend with a SO is putting the moves on...
An old friend has recently started putting the moves on me. Although I'm both attracted and available, I've been dodging because they're living with a SO of several years and enabling their cheating seems wrong. [more inside]
What to do about true but confidential info posted anonymously on the net?
My girlfriend was convicted of a serious felony a decade ago. Now someone has recently started linking to her non-indexed court record page in strange places on the net. Anything we can do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 7:43 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by anonymous at 7:43 AM PST - 31 comments
Boy gone potty
I'm getting ready to start potty training my 2 year old son. What kind of advice can y'all give me. There's [more inside]
Tips/anecdotes/experinece for outsourcing web development work to eLance, RentACoder etc.
Tips/anecdotes/experinece for outsourcing web development work to eLance, RentACoder etc. [more inside]
Where do I start to make a website?
What should a web site programming noob know to get started on her very first website? [more inside]
posted by santojulieta at 5:58 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by santojulieta at 5:58 AM PST - 17 comments
Anyone have experience or advice on selling Gold Krugerrand coins online?
My wife has some gold coins (South African Gold Krugerrand Coins - One Ounce) left to her by her grandparents and is looking to sell them. We live in East TN (Knoxville area). Any luck selling Krugerands in TN or online? [more inside]
What is a recommended replacement to an existing home security system?
Home Security: What is a recommended alarm panel to replace a 15-year old hardwired alarm system? [more inside]
It's just 28 days! Just give it a fucking title.
I just learned August is anal sex month. Is there a meta-index of corporate, non-profit, non-governmental and intergovernmental "...Month"s, "...Day"s or "...Year"s?
posted by parmanparman at 1:56 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by parmanparman at 1:56 AM PST - 15 comments
Stairway to (cat) Heaven
How would I build a three-story high cat structure? That's three human stories, 25 feet or so high. [more inside]
posted by Araucaria at 12:42 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Araucaria at 12:42 AM PST - 18 comments
Tire shop questions
I've got to replace my front tires, so I have some dumb tire shop questions. [more inside]
My ipod has the flu.
Sigh. iPod problems and I can't figure them out. They key obstacle is "Sync failed: unknown error (-124)", followed by "iPod cannot be synced: required folder cannot be found".
More fascating details inside. Fun for the whole family! [more inside]
August 4
Ahhh, yeah, that game kicked ass
Help me build a list of must have games for old and new consoles. [more inside]
How does DirectTV keep creeping me out?
How the fuck do they make those DirectTV ads? [more inside]
Sexual harrasment, slashdot, and you
I was reading a slashdot article dealing with sexual harassment a while back, and in the comments there were lots of people talking about how they hate working with women because of the potential for accusations, complete with lots of horror stories about guys who were fired/taken to court/etc for innocuous comments or situations. I have to think that a lot of that was exaggeration for effect, but it makes me wonder: What's the reality like in the US? [more inside]
Why does my MacBook sometimes restart when I close the lid for sleep time?
Why does my MacBook occasionally restart when I close the lid to have it go to sleep? This MacBook is only a couple months old (the latest MacBook revision) running 10.4.10. It's very sporadic. I will close the machine, then, after a few seconds, I hear the Mac startup chime. Here, though, it pauses the startup routine. Then I open the lid and it finishes booting. Any thoughts?
Background Checks
I need to know websites/companies that do legit background/information checks. I am willing to pay a fee as long as it is not unreasonable. [more inside]
posted by username68 at 10:20 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by username68 at 10:20 PM PST - 8 comments
Keeping my cell number alive for 2 years
CellPhoneFilter: What's the cheapest/best way for me to keep my US cell phone number while I'm gone abroad for 2 years? [more inside]
Resignation letter for a job I don't want to leave
I want to write a resignation letter that essentially says, "I am quitting because I am taking a full-time job elsewhere, but if you ever post any full-time jobs here, please call me!" Is there a way to do this without sounding sort of strange or desperate? [more inside]
Hpw t create a text file of a folders contents.
Need help on plain text of files in a folder. [more inside]
posted by plumberonkarst at 9:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by plumberonkarst at 9:44 PM PST - 7 comments
Mama needs a new laptop
Does my computer matter for studying CS? [more inside]
posted by kelseyq at 9:22 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by kelseyq at 9:22 PM PST - 25 comments
Exporting my car from the US to Canada. Register it first?
i'm exporting my car from california to canada... do i have to register it first? [more inside]
Touch me, I'm Dick
Music AskMefi People: A playlist challenge. I'm looking for "lesser known", but excellent, grunge. In particular, I'm interested in songs you have heard once or twice, and if they're ever played on the radio, you find yourself saying: "Damn, that's a great song, why don't they play that one more?" [more inside]
Kids in New York
What resources do you use to find things to do with your kids in New York City? [more inside]
RAID 5 capable enclosure without disks?
I'm hoping you can help me find a RAID 5 capable enclosure without disks, with some further requirements inside, for my in construction media server storage. [more inside]
posted by John Kenneth Fisher at 7:33 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by John Kenneth Fisher at 7:33 PM PST - 10 comments
Have I been hacked?
Have I been hacked? [more inside]
Good high school plays?
What plays did you love performing when you were in your high school drama club? [more inside]
What is this flag?
Worthwhile attractions near Redwood National Park
RoadtripFilter, I am in need of kid-friendly sights, attractions and lodging (camping or hotel) along the Redwood Highway. Specifically near the Redwood National Park. [more inside]
Driving Barra to Patzcuaro
What route should we drive from Barra de Navidad, Jalisco to Patzcuaro, Michoacan and back this December? [more inside]
posted by timeistight at 5:02 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by timeistight at 5:02 PM PST - 1 comment
Help me not get depressed while living in a hotel for 3 months.
I am going to be away from home for the next 3 months for work, living in a hotel. Help me stay positive and not get depressed. [more inside]
posted by hazyspring at 4:17 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by hazyspring at 4:17 PM PST - 21 comments
Trouble on a "First Date"
Was it a first date? Can I expect a second date? [more inside]
Mama Corleone's song at Connie's wedding
In the movie, The Godfather, what is the song that Mama Corleone sings at Connie's wedding? [more inside]
posted by Flood at 3:43 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Flood at 3:43 PM PST - 3 comments
Where is that?
What is this building?
Castle, palace or maybe even a hotel, possibly on the Rhine or Danube. [more inside]
posted by Rash at 1:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Rash at 1:50 PM PST - 12 comments
Does a landlord have to reveal a roach infestation before renting an apartment?
Is there any chance of getting back first and last month's rent from a landlord who didn't reveal known problems with an apartment? [more inside]
posted by Felicity Rilke at 1:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Felicity Rilke at 1:45 PM PST - 6 comments
Do I have a suit? Up next, can I tie my tie?
My 'suit' consists of a jacket and pants that are different colours although they are complimentary. Is this not really a suit, but rather just a jacket and slacks? Is there any situation such as an office setting where this wouldn't fly? [more inside]
Should I put my house up on poles or pilings?
I'm moving a pre-existing house onto a small lot in NW Florida. The lot is not waterfront. I'm thinking of putting the house 10' up on pilings so I'll have room to park the cars underneath, plus maybe a laundry/storage room. My questions are should I put the house up on poles or build concrete footings and block pilings? Which is best and why? Which is most cost efficient?
How do I tell my employer that I am depressed and require reasonable accommodation?
What's the proper way to disclose my disability to my employer (a nonprofit) so that they know what reasonable accommodations to provide me with? [more inside]
IP over Firewire in Vista
I see that Microsoft has quietly dropped IP networking over Firewire/1394 from Windows Vista. Is there any possible way to enable it, using third-party drivers or software?
Holy ridiculous shots Batman!
Y Cant Kats Spel Gud?
LOLcats teach us that cats can write, they just don't have very good spelling or grammar. The same idea has been used in advertising ("Eat Mor Chikin") and of course Far Side cartoons. Was Gary Larson the father of this concept, or were there other places where it was pervasive before he came along? [more inside]
posted by L. Fitzgerald Sjoberg at 11:56 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by L. Fitzgerald Sjoberg at 11:56 AM PST - 24 comments
Hunting for isostar in toronto
Trying to find isostar, a childhood favourite isotonic drink, in toronto [more inside]
How to find time to do everything in life?
Not-enough-hours-in-the-day-filter: Any advice on developing/maintaining skills which require daily practice/effort, while balancing other priorities and time commitments (heath, family, creative pursuits, etc.) ? (specifics inside) [more inside]
Suggest some similar similes!
Help me come up with an evocative simile that conveys a profound but unemotional appreciation of a thing. My existing, imperfect prose is inside for your delectation. [more inside]
Squirming in my seat - uncomfortable TV recommendations?
If I enjoy cringeworthy television such as The Office, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Extras, what other awkward TV and films should I be watching? I'm looking for lots of faux pas and gauche characters like David Brent or Larry David.
Help to remember story source.
The post on the one inch punch reminded me of a story I had heard, but I can't remember the source. The gist of it is this:
A man goes to a Japanese temple to see a martial arts demonstration by visiting shaolin monks. The abbot tells him there is nothing magical about the martial arts, just dedication and practice, etc. Then one of the monks does something like the one inch punch against the temple's main column and the thunderous sound reverberates throughout the temple. The man says "I thought you said there was no magic" and the abbot responds "Ah, but that man is from Shaolin"
I think i saw it as either a part of some zen stories, or possibly in a book relating to software or management.
It's driving me crazy, can anyone help?
posted by bashos_frog at 10:03 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by bashos_frog at 10:03 AM PST - 2 comments
Picky Eremite
Financial judgement call: My current lease ends Sept. 30, and a much desired loft (city view! high ceilings and stainless appliances!) is available Aug. 30. Neither current or pending landlord will relent in the proper direction (i.e., +/- 30 days) so that, should I take the new place, I would definitely be paying two rents for one month. Ouch. Frugality battles aesthetics. Am I being foolish? [more inside]
posted by Haruspex at 9:37 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Haruspex at 9:37 AM PST - 28 comments
What should I do with my life?
I need help figuring out how to shift my career into something I will love. Right now I am a technical writer, but after some deep thought I have realized that there are a few specific things that make me unsatisfied with this work. [more inside]
Help me help my boyfriend
Help me help my boyfriend. My boyfriend is caring, supportive and great in all the ways that matter, but I think he's depressed, and it's gotten past the point where he's willing to talk about it. He's said several times that he feels there's no way out, and while he's had brief spells of depression in the past and has been able to pull himself out of them, I'm worried that this time it's too deep for him to do it alone. [more inside]
Toonz for noobz?
What are the five most mind-blowing, fanmaking, yet accessible albums of the past ten years? [more inside]
Going Carless in Minneapolis?
I'd like to sell my car and get around using public transportation and a shared car service like HourCar or ZipCar in Minneapolis. Has anyone used either of these services? [more inside]
S3 Standby mode...Wake On LAN...Energy Savings...WHY DOESN'T IT WORK!!!!
S3 Standby mode...Wake On LAN...Energy Savings...WHY DOESN'T IT WORK!!!! [more inside]
Hiding certain photos in iPhoto.
iPhoto help: A friend is coming to use my computer when I'm not here. I have photos on the computer which another friend of ours does not want anyone to see. Is there a way to password protect existing photos or albums or easily hide them so I can get them back easily? I searched and it seems no is the answer but I'm hoping MeFites know a workaround. I'm on iPhoto 5.
Splitting ions in the ether
What happened last night? My friend and I were sitting in my apartment living room, lights on, not intoxicated, during a thunderstorm, which seemed to be nearby but not directly over us. Suddenly there was a spark in the air -- literally, in the middle of the room. [more inside]
posted by Eater at 7:23 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Eater at 7:23 AM PST - 18 comments
My head is empy of mangoes. Am I still gonna be a genius anyway?
I ate a piece of mango, and now my throat is terribly sore. What happened? [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco at 7:15 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 7:15 AM PST - 24 comments
Is there a doctor in the House?
I know that House is a TV construct but I'm wondering, are there doctors that perform this role in real life? [more inside]
posted by tellurian at 6:58 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by tellurian at 6:58 AM PST - 20 comments
Formulas for Food
Looking for math formulas involving food. [more inside]
Have curry paste...help!
I have been experimenting with both red and green curry paste, trying to perfect my curry recipe. [more inside]
Has anyone used knownhost.com's VPS service before?
Has anyone used knownhost.com's VPS service before? [more inside]
DIY Summer Drinks
Help me find some awesome DIY-able summer drinks (non-alcoholic) [more inside]
How do I establish a new internet ID?
For over a decade I have homed at a Mom&Pop ISP. They used to be good but now they are having frequent outages and seem to be soon to expire.
I guess I should move my email identitie(s) somewhere else but what is the best way? [more inside]
How do you keep myspace from ruining your relationship?
Myspace is ruining my current relationship - I feel I've done all I can and I don't know what else to do, should we break up? (long) [more inside]
Where can I buy the world's most amazing index cards?
Index card quest! I'm looking for a very particular kind I've seen in the past: a small (smaller than standard 3"-by-5", like 2"-by-1"!), possibly pastel-colored set of cards that come on a single, small binder ring (not spiral-bound!) and are enclosed in a plastic cover (not a fabric one!), almost certainly with a snap. [more inside]
posted by mdonley at 1:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mdonley at 1:06 AM PST - 12 comments
August 3
may I know your toaster?
What kind of toaster do you have, and do you like it? [more inside]
posted by longsleeves at 11:09 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by longsleeves at 11:09 PM PST - 26 comments
Help me find a tool to enlarge this image.
What would be the best tool/program to enhance/enlarge/de-noise this image.
I am looking for a way to resize this so I can have it made into a poster while still having decent quality. Any ideas?
Headaches -> vomit?
Why do I throw up every time I get a headache? [more inside]
Help me Read AskMeFi in Google Reader
Is there a keyboard shortcut that opens a Google reader item in a new firefox tab without shifting the focus (with os x, if that matters)? The list of Google Reader shortcuts is here, and none of them seem to be able to open up an item in a new tab or window without also shifting the focus away from the reader. If this doesn't come standard, does anyone know of a plugin or extension that would add this functionality? Googling turned up nothing. Thanks!
posted by davidstandaford at 10:38 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by davidstandaford at 10:38 PM PST - 11 comments
There are poor children all over the world who would not waste that tortellini
I have a lot of fairly overcooked tortellini. What can I do with it? [more inside]
Braves
How did the word "Brave" originate to identify Native Americans?
Help with cron
How do I make a command-line script run at startup/login in OSX? [more inside]
Help me find this old fortune telling software!
Several years ago I came across a demo for well, I guess it's fortune telling software. It was very atmospheric--water sounds, a pagoda, music. It was very pretty.I went back to this demo many times and intended on purchasing the software, but got sidetracked. Now I can't remember the name or the maker. Google hasn't helped because I have only vague search terms. [more inside]
posted by pywacket at 7:07 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by pywacket at 7:07 PM PST - 15 comments
What are some good water filter bottles?
What are some good water filter bottles for travel use? [more inside]
Quartz Composer Alternative?
Are there any [cool and easy to use] Windows alternatives to Apple's "Quartz Composer?" [more inside]
Jaws took place on the east coast...
Okay, it's Shark Week, and it's reignited my interest in this. I'd like to go diving, swiming or whatever with sharks. I live in New Jersey. How can I do this without breaking the bank? [more inside]
posted by Brainy at 4:57 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Brainy at 4:57 PM PST - 11 comments
Workplace Art Suggestions.
My coworker has been away for a few weeks. He has a white tennis ball sitting on his desk, and I would like to "dress it up" as a surprise when he comes back in a week or so. Ideas? [more inside]
What are the best anchovy olives?
Martini lovers - What is the best brand of anchovy stuffed olives that I can buy online? [more inside]
Visiting our daughter, how to go about it?
Parentsfilter - I have split up with the father of my child and are now trying to sort out visiting rights and times. Advice please.... [more inside]
An unhappy move
I'm being kicked out of my apartment, but I've done nothing wrong! Can I do anything? [more inside]
Why is my girlfriend spotting?
Why is my girlfriend spotting? [more inside]
Probably just a dead hard drive, right?
I was happily surfing when suddenly my computer died. The LED light on the front was still on, monitor still on, modem still connected, but the screen was black, and remained black after rebooting. Is this a hard drive failure or something else? [more inside]
posted by happyturtle at 3:51 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by happyturtle at 3:51 PM PST - 18 comments
Broke and lonely
Why can't I find someone to fix my furniture in San Francisco? [more inside]
Kora (musical instrument) advice please.
Can anyone who has experience learning, buying or listening to a Kora (musical instrument) please share it? [more inside]
Free long term parking in NY/NJ?
Where can I find cheap (free) extremely long term (2-3 months at a time) parking in the NY/NJ area? [more inside]
posted by ofthestrait at 3:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ofthestrait at 3:05 PM PST - 4 comments
6.08 seconds = $165.50
Does anyone have any data for human error while operating a timing device? Litigeous details and much [more inside]
posted by jmugrapler at 2:44 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by jmugrapler at 2:44 PM PST - 31 comments
70s aliens hate sous chefs
What's the name of this late 70s/early 80s low budget scifi movie? [more inside]
posted by Tacodog at 2:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Tacodog at 2:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Printing Costs?
When writing a grant proposal, is there a typical way of figuring out printing costs? [more inside]
A lovely person needs a really good tribute.
I'm designing a funeral handout for a young woman who has died suddenly. Help me come up with ideas for a poem or verse or quote or something to include. [more inside]
DIY Photo Upload?
Is there a way to manually upload photos to an iPod Video? i.e. without syncing and erasing the files already on my iPod? I already manually manage music and video on it. I'd take any solutions for Windows or Mac OS.
What games should my friends & I play instead of Warcraft?
Now that World of Warcraft has abandoned all attempts at creativity, my friends and I would like a fun, casual, multi-player game where we can hang out. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by iwhitney at 1:38 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by iwhitney at 1:38 PM PST - 33 comments
How to store text files on my cellphone?
I'm looking for an application for my mobile phone that will look after passwords and short text files. [more inside]
Algorithm for finding the cheapest widget shopping list?
What's a good algorithm for finding the lowest total price if I want to buy several items from several different sellers, where each seller charges a flat shipping cost? [more inside]
posted by jacobm at 1:05 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jacobm at 1:05 PM PST - 5 comments
Name That Movie Class!
I need some catchy class titles for an upcoming "movie themed" activity. [more inside]
I need an option other than "Yes, always ask".
On my phone's browser, I need an option other than "Yes, always ask". Help? [more inside]
posted by bartleby at 12:21 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by bartleby at 12:21 PM PST - 3 comments
Did I dream this movie, or...?
Did I dream this movie, or...? Surreal neo-noir probably from the '70s, featuring scary Batman-style villains and brutal murder -- anybody know it? [more inside]
Do you know someone at Leatherman?
I'm stuck in a Leatherman support nightmare. Please help me with contact info for someone in Leatherman who has the power to help me. [more inside]
My white whale of GTD apps for Mac?
GTD-filter: I'm trying to organize my (academic) work life using GTD. I've read through the book, and it sounds like it can help me a lot. I am thinking of using my Macbook as my folder system, but I can't seem to find an app that works the way I want. [more inside]
Wedding venue ideas?
Please help me find a wedding venue! I'm trying to seek out a nice, unusual outdoor location for my wedding next year - preferably near a body of water and in upstate New York but we're open to the entire northeast. [more inside]
Blog Spam is Annoying.
Blog spam question-- why would blog spammers only be posting on a single (months old) entry on my blog? [more inside]
Build me an apartment from the walls in.
So, I'm relocating to a small (30,000 people) high-culture town in about a week. I'm also starting over from scratch on furniture, and want to outfit a one bedroom apartment nicely. So, I'm looking for both your apartment neat tricks -and- your favorite online furniture seller. [more inside]
Freeware card games to go on an older computer, for an older user?
What are the best freeware card games (and the like) to install on my mom's computer? [more inside]
posted by jbickers at 11:44 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jbickers at 11:44 AM PST - 7 comments
add to wish list, rinse, repeat
Recommendations for books about religion & theology - phenomenology of, anthropological, sociological, etc. [more inside]
posted by raztaj at 11:24 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by raztaj at 11:24 AM PST - 15 comments
What's that One Fabulous Accessory?
Help me find one or two "signature" accessories to make my boring work clothes super fantastic. [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects at 11:17 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by exceptinsects at 11:17 AM PST - 29 comments
W W What's up doc?
I need to know a lot more about domain name hosting than I do right now. [more inside]
Waaaah-wuuuuh sound?
There is a sound often played when a character in a comedy does something stupid. I don't know what this is called and am hoping someone can tell me. Here's an example:
In an episode of The Simpsons, Homer attempts to expose a plot to move the Isotopes to Alberquerque. He brings the media in to show them the closet full of merchandise that will reveal the conspiracy. When they walk in, they see a man dressed like a beatnik with a trumpet and some kind of cover. He plays the trumpet and it produces a ...
waaaaah-wuuuuuh
I've always wanted to know the name of that sound. I'd love to find examples online. It is perhaps my favorite sound ever. ;-)
Why do dumb videos have a knack of being popular online?
Why do dumb videos have a knack of being popular online? [more inside]
posted by Ajit AP at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Ajit AP at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
the best jeans in the world
Good frame with a nice rack
Any bike nuts willing to help? I saw a bicycle frame for sale on the internet a while ago, green touring frame with rear pannier racks as part of the frame, not as an accessory. I failed to bookmark the site. Anyone have any idea where to find this? Thanks [more inside]
posted by beta male at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by beta male at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
How to get tabbed browsing past a software filter
Need Tabbed Browsing: Help me get past a software filter (Integrity Enterprise) at work -- all i want to do is run Firefox, or hell, even IE 7. I just want tabs instead of the twenty separate browser windows that are popping up [more inside]
posted by buddha9090 at 9:32 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by buddha9090 at 9:32 AM PST - 10 comments
Building codes nickle and dime server room cooling and me
Can anyone help or point me in the right direction as regards CA building codes in relation to server rooms and cooling or how do you accommodate this if you are too small to need the big company solution. [more inside]
posted by clarkie666 at 9:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by clarkie666 at 9:32 AM PST - 8 comments
FixMyBrakesFilter
I need to find a reliable auto repair shop in Tempe/Phoenix AZ for some brake work. [more inside]
what happens to borrowers from AHM?
What happens to mortgage holders for these sub-prime lenders declaring bankruptcy? [more inside]
I'm needy--help! (pun intended)
Best Lip Plumpers
What are the best lip "plumpers"? [more inside]
Please don't say Philip K. Dick
Are there any currently active futurists/pundits with a good track record of predicting societal changes 10+ years in the future? Who should I be reading now to understand where things are going? Or is any speculation about the world 10-20 years from now strictly in the realm of science fiction?
posted by DarkForest at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by DarkForest at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
My Core 2 Duo is running at 1/4 speed!?!
The new computer I built is way too slow, and the Mobo bios reports that the Core 2 Duo 2.2gig processor is running at 550mhz, and the FSB speed is 200Mhz. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
Bridging the OSS cross-platform gap.
Firefox seems like the odd man out, being a GUI application that is not just open-source but also compiles and runs on Windows, Mac OS and Linux -- consistently and equally well. What other GUI-based applications that are like this; being open-source and that support all three platforms natively? [more inside]
How to take apart a couch
How can I easily destroy my couch? [more inside]
Help for opening a second office?
Our company is looking to open a second office out of the state. We're an engineering firm with about 50 people providing civil engineering, surveying, GIS, and traffic/transportation services. Several of our employees will be relocating to North Carolina (we're currently in Florida), so we're using this opportunity to expand our business to a new market. We've been discussing doing this for a long time now, but not quite this far away... Does anyone know of any resources to assist in opening a second office or a branch office? We've got so much to think about in so little time (we're trying to do this by years end), I'd really like to find some tips on getting this done smoothly. Thanks!
Investing In Africa
What are the best ways to invest in Africa? [more inside]
Catalog Name??
I'm going nuts trying to remember the name of the (fairly common) mail-order catalog that's still in existence, but started out as PBS' gift catalog about 15 or so years ago. Help!!!
posted by Misciel at 6:25 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Misciel at 6:25 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I apply a new technology to old products when I have access to neither, and make money doing it?
How do I apply a new technology to old products when I have access to neither, and make money doing it? [more inside]
posted by UnclePlayground at 6:10 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by UnclePlayground at 6:10 AM PST - 12 comments
Can I conquer the green menace?
The inscrutable Crocodile Dentist Toy: does the crocodile really snap at random? Or is there a way to outsmart the reptile? [more inside]
posted by The Toad at 6:08 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by The Toad at 6:08 AM PST - 10 comments
India's Antarctica
If Russia gets to claim the North Pole as its own based on geological origins, shouldn't India automatically get Antarctica? [more inside]
How to park in NYC for a week with no license plate.
I need to figure out how to park my car for a week in NYC while on vacation...the problem? Some fine citizen stole my license plate and I can't get a replacement or even temporary one from the DMV before we leave.
There is [more inside]
What to do in Madeira
Going to Madeira for a week on Sunday. I've Googled and found some ideas on what to do, but I'd like some further input. That's it. Simple question, so no more
get your knock-off on: sunglass edition
Please help me find a pair of sunglasses similar to a pair way out of my price range. [more inside]
posted by heeeraldo at 1:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by heeeraldo at 1:08 AM PST - 8 comments
Cultural learnings of America for make benefit of self: How can an Asian girl gain some North American experience?
I'm a Malaysian in my mid-twenties looking for non-academic opportunities to live in North America on a short-term basis. How can I do this? [more inside]
What's there to do in the Vegas area?
So we're eloping to Vegas; what shouldn't we miss while there? [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 12:27 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Mutant at 12:27 AM PST - 28 comments
August 2
Should I switch car insurance company?
My insurance premium increased by 75% I think because of one accident!!! Is it possible to lower it back to the way it was or do I have to pay the entire amount because it might be cheaper than switching the agent/insurance company? [more inside]
Mitigating a bad haircut
How do I mitigate a bad haircut? [more inside]
Remote Control Dragonfly?
Are these remote control dragonflies as cool as they look? [more inside]
posted by alms at 9:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by alms at 9:59 PM PST - 9 comments
This sql query should be simple...
I'm trying to merge simple contact data from a bunch of single tables into one big text (csv) dump. The problem is that not all fields are present for each user. e.g. one user may be missing an email. Because of the missing field, my current (big and ugly) sql query will not return all the rows. [more inside]
posted by kamelhoecker at 9:41 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kamelhoecker at 9:41 PM PST - 13 comments
Finding the number of the beast
Anyone know of a tool to automatically extract 'Product Keys' from Microsoft Products installed on your machine ? [more inside]
What makes Albany, NY a cool place to live?
What makes Albany, NY a cool place to live? I recently accepted a job that's going to take me there in a few months, and I must admit, I know next to nothing about the place. [more inside]
posted by scooterdman at 8:48 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by scooterdman at 8:48 PM PST - 30 comments
Who knows women like the gays??
How does your average awkward straight fellow go about finding a gay friend to help with the ladies? [more inside]
posted by BobbyDigital at 7:47 PM PST - 91 comments
posted by BobbyDigital at 7:47 PM PST - 91 comments
Best jeweler in Chicago?
Where should I go in the Chicago area to buy a diamond anniversary band for Mrs. Jknecht? [more inside]
Does such RAM exist in a single 2GB DIMM: 200-Pin DDR SO-DIMM DDR 333 (PC 2700) Notebook Memory?
Does such RAM exist in a single 2GB DIMM: 200-Pin DDR SO-DIMM DDR 333 (PC 2700) Notebook Memory? [more inside]
posted by drinkspiller at 7:14 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by drinkspiller at 7:14 PM PST - 6 comments
Is a router a computer?
EarthLink Wi-Fi: Does plugging in a (wireless/wired) router constitute use of the wireless service with "more than one computer"? Can EarthLink detect use of a router with their service? [more inside]
Attack of the fanged wool chewers!
Please help me defend my kids' teddy bears from the atrocities of the deranged Siamese! [more inside]
How can I integrate Google Docs to Microsoft Word 2007?
How can I integrate Google Docs to Microsoft Word 2007? [more inside]
First Hand Accounts of Schizophrenia
Help me create an interesting and realistic character with schizophrenia for my novel. Ideally, there would be a "Vaults of Erowid" type site out there where people have documented their 1st hand experiences with mental illnesses, but no such site seems to exist. [more inside]
posted by ekstasis23 at 6:44 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by ekstasis23 at 6:44 PM PST - 26 comments
Those Damn Anxiety Attacks
I'm having crippling anxiety attacks and may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder...I have been recommended to consult a psychiatrist in the Indianapolis, Indiana area. Any MeFites have suggestions for a good anxiety specialist? I have decent insurance...not great but decent. Thanks for your time.
How to programmatically access referrer data for an html page visit
How can I programmatically access the "referring page" environment data for an html or shtml page visit?
I'm trying to save to a database the referring page ("HTTP_REFERER") for all accesses to a specific .shtml page. I'd like it to be triggered by the page visit, or at least update frequently. Tried to call cgi and php scripts using server-side includes but it replaces the referer with the calling script. Is there some simple way to pass this data or get it into a form that can be programmatically manipulated?
posted by Manjusri at 6:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Manjusri at 6:29 PM PST - 7 comments
Advise on camping burners?
I'm trying to find a cheapish single burner stove for camping, and a local store is selling the Primus Classic Trail burner, BUT has run out of Primus gas cylinders. Is it possible to use it with another brand? The girl in the store said it wasn't recommended, but how bad will it be: is it the "doesn't work well" type of not recommended, or the "might explode" type of not recommended? [more inside]
posted by easternblot at 6:27 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by easternblot at 6:27 PM PST - 16 comments
Sound on Mars?
Musicfilter: I was listening to Indie 103.1 (a Los Angeles radio station) and a song came on where it seemed that half of it was a strange narration of a Martian invasion. If any of you know what I'm talking about, I'd be grateful. The narrating was in a serious, NPR kind of voice... if that helps.
posted by KingoftheWhales at 6:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by KingoftheWhales at 6:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Open source synth for OSX
Can you recommend an open-source software based synthesizer that supports OS X? [more inside]
posted by ~ at 5:54 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ~ at 5:54 PM PST - 3 comments
Did my new RAM kill my video adapter?
BSODFilter: I tried to install a RAM upgrade in my girlfriend's Dell Inspiron 1100 laptop, and got nothing on screen after powerup. So I replaced the old DIMM, and got the BSOD -- the file that was missing was a driver for the Intel video adapter. Long story short, it's still not working. [more inside]
Los Angeles Falafel Filter
Los Angeles Falafel filter: I want good, vegetarian Middle Eastern food up to the Dearborn standard, ideally on the west side of LA (Palms neighborhood), but I'll roam from Culver City to Hollywood (or around Amoeba) to find a great pita place. [more inside]
My Pixma is hanging it up, what's a good replacement?
I think I need a new printer for my eBay business. Can you recommend a quality replacement for my beleaguered Pixma? [more inside]
Where to go from Back to the Blues?
MusicFilter: Help me discover more vocal jazz. [more inside]
Identify a song in three seconds
Identify a song in two seconds. (If it helps, I think it was featured in an episode of Nathan Barley.)
posted by ed\26h at 3:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ed\26h at 3:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Addressbar search problems in Firefox: returns Russian results!
When I search Google from the Firefox address bar I get Russian results - why and how can I fix it? [more inside]
posted by jonesor at 3:14 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jonesor at 3:14 PM PST - 6 comments
The impossible to find clip??
Impossible to find filter: Need help finding a very funny polaroid camera commercial from approx 1995 [more inside]
posted by meta x zen at 3:10 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by meta x zen at 3:10 PM PST - 3 comments
Webcam for weathercams
What would be a decent cheap webcam or webcam-software combo to use for a 24/7 home outdoor "weathercam"? [more inside]
How to obtain an internal part of a cell phone
I have had an LG cu320 phone for about 1.5 years, so it's out of warranty and I stupidly (or arrogantly) did not get insurance for the phone. Now an internal part is broken which has rendered the screen completely white and LG won't send me (the customer) the part and can only suggest I send it to them to repair, which would cost a *minimum* of $35. [more inside]
Rental in Rochester NY
Anyone have a recommendation on a real estate company or rental agency for Rochester New York? I'm moving from out of state and need a rental in a safe area near downtown. [more inside]
What to visit in or near western Virginia?
What can 3 generations of my family spend the day doing within 100 miles of I-74/77 between Beckley, WV and Greensboro, NC on August 24? [more inside]
two introverts and a baby
My husband and I are expecting our first child - we are older, fairly introverted, no extended family nearby, and most of our friends either have older, not-very-dependent children, or are childfree. We don't belong to a church or synagogue (and won't be joining one) and our neighborhood is secluded and full of older folks who we don't really interact with much. I have a very real fear that I will be isolated once I have this child and stay at home with it - a friend of mine said "don't expect to find a fun time at Gymboree - those mothers are bitches!" So there goes that. Has anyone else overcome their introvert tendencies once they reproduce? If at all possible, I want my baby to get out in the world more than I usually do. I'm intimidated by the hot young moms I see with their babies in slings around town - I don't think I would have much in common with them.
Why throw-out when you can donate?
Why would a retail chain want its stores to discard unsold clearance items rather than donate them to a charity that can use them? [more inside]
posted by IndigoSkye at 1:34 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by IndigoSkye at 1:34 PM PST - 27 comments
What's the best online backup for a lawyer using a Mac?
I've been asked to find the best online backup solution for a small law firm that uses Macs and PCs. Security is obviously an issue. Any personal experience with Corevault, rsync.net, or Amerivault is particularly welcome. [more inside]
Going nowhere with my Sanyo 7050?
Help me use the GPS that's in my Sanyo 7050 with Streets & Trips 2007! [more inside]
Cute as metal
I need to make a mix cd for a very cute girl. However, I'm a little bit punk, she's a little bit rock n roll. [more inside]
posted by Homeskillet Freshy Fresh at 12:38 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by Homeskillet Freshy Fresh at 12:38 PM PST - 51 comments
Be an actuary?
Attn: Actuaries! I've got some questions about professions in actuarial science... [more inside]
posted by yohko at 12:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by yohko at 12:35 PM PST - 12 comments
"It's a heavily guarded fort surrounding the pelvis splenetic ganglion!"
How ought I deal with a ganglion cyst until I can get to the doctor? Problem: it's not on my wrist. [more inside]
Solve the mystery of the black-winged Hurricane!
Why did some of the Hawker Hurricanes flown by the RAF in WW2 have one black wing? [more inside]
posted by the matching mole at 12:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by the matching mole at 12:21 PM PST - 4 comments
Is there a headlamp with switches how I want them?
I'm looking for a headlamp with more than one button for power and brightness, but such a thing does not seem to exist. [more inside]
posted by flaterik at 12:15 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by flaterik at 12:15 PM PST - 3 comments
Audio help...
So I procured an HD copy of "300" in 720p matroska (.mkv) format, but the 5.1 audio track won't play on my 2.1 speakers. Is there any way I can configure VLC or another media player to convert the audio to 2.1 format? [more inside]
Where to find circular graphic/image?
Need to find or create a graphic that resembles a circular shape made by sealing wax -- like one would find on an old letter or document. Could be a photo image or a graphic/drawn image. [more inside]
posted by zenpop at 12:10 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by zenpop at 12:10 PM PST - 10 comments
Advice for living overseas but getting paid at home
I'm looking for advice on banking while living overseas but getting paid in the US for a year. [more inside]
posted by Nothing at 12:03 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Nothing at 12:03 PM PST - 9 comments
What am I missing about aerodynamics?
How does a plane that generates less thrust than weight stay in the air?
Assuming in level flight that thrust=drag and lift=weight, where is the lifting force coming from, if not from the drag on the wings? [more inside]
posted by OldReliable at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by OldReliable at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
HR people - please help me with a thorny resume question
HR people - please help me with a thorny resume question. I've recently become part of a Speakers Bureau for a national not-for-profit organization. I am also looking for a job. I feel like the fact that I do some public speaking will look good on my resume, however the speaking I do is for National Alliance on Mental Illness. [more inside]
posted by la petite marie at 11:01 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by la petite marie at 11:01 AM PST - 14 comments
Latex options …
A Latex question: So I am writing this theoretical CS paper in Latex and need to typeset math-y phrases that I can't seem to typeset just right. Detailed description inside … [more inside]
posted by raheel at 10:32 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by raheel at 10:32 AM PST - 6 comments
Surplus and clothing shops in San Diego, California?
I'll be in San Diego, CA next week. I'd like your recommendations for military/industrial/aerospace surplus shops.
I would also appreciate any clues on clothing retailers (is there an H&M or equivalent?). [more inside]
posted by fake at 10:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by fake at 10:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Multi Day Hikes in Colorado
Any suggestions for a 3 day hike in Colorado? [more inside]
Can you help a husband survive his wife's affair?
My wife had a months-long affair and I've given her another chance. Any suggestions for getting rid of these awful feelings? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 10:17 AM PST - 51 comments
posted by anonymous at 10:17 AM PST - 51 comments
Between the Woods and the Water--help, I'm lost!
I've decided to spend August with the books of the Eminent Patrick Leigh Fermor, but I've found I may need a map to help me... [more inside]
regarding eugenics
Bare Fiber (Optic)?
Bare fiber-optic cable for home lighting projects? [more inside]
Lotto Odds!!
Statistics/Lottery question; Please settle this argument between a friend and I about the Florida state lotto. [more inside]
posted by boyinmiami at 9:50 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by boyinmiami at 9:50 AM PST - 26 comments
What's a cruise ship job like?
Classical music recommendation site with just the right touch
Name some good online sources for recommendations and also reviews of recorded performances of classical music. [more inside]
Help me find a nice ryokan
Anyone have a recommendation for a nice ryokan that will deal with a solo traveler? [more inside]
posted by mrthotep at 9:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mrthotep at 9:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Banners anyone?
Where can I find good free banners for my website? Preferably ones with a nature theme, or a metropolitan theme (preferably related to San Francisco). [more inside]
posted by LoopyG at 9:18 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by LoopyG at 9:18 AM PST - 15 comments
A very non-PC Christas parody?
Help me sort out a vague memory of a tasteless Christmas song. [more inside]
Twin Cities Turtle-spotting spots
My wife loves Turtles. Can anyone tell me where best to go, in the Twin Cities area, to see turtles in their natural habitat? [more inside]
posted by BigLankyBastard at 9:11 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by BigLankyBastard at 9:11 AM PST - 9 comments
Thoughts on moving to Pilsen?
Chicago-Neighborhood-Filter: Pros and cons of living in Pilsen? [more inside]
posted by wfrgms at 8:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by wfrgms at 8:56 AM PST - 11 comments
How do I clearly explain the benefits of a rolling or moving average compared to straight data?
I report on weekly sales and pricing information, and weekly data points are often skewed by one-time promotions, seasonality, and other random effects. When I create a 52-week rolling average of the data, it shows trends much more smoothly -- and accurately, I believe.
My coworkers are not accustomed to seeing data as a rolling average, and I'm concerned that they won't understand it. What is a clear way to explain to them 1) how a rolling average works, 2) why it is useful for visualizing trends, and 3) any other benefits?
posted by scottso17 at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by scottso17 at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
I want to add keyboard shortcuts to Mac OS X apps.
I want there to be keyboard shortcuts for superscript and subscript in as many as possible of the applications I use (Mac OS X 10.4). How can I make this happen? [more inside]
posted by nowonmai at 8:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by nowonmai at 8:40 AM PST - 4 comments
Error 8 when trying to connect via dial-up with Fedora Core 3
Unsuccessfully attempting to connect via dial-up using Fedora Core 3, what does "Failed to activate [name of connection] with error 8" means and how can the problem be resolved? [more inside]
So... Do we have deal?
Sales Filter - What are some creative ways to communicate with and motivate an extremely mobile sales force? [more inside]
Better boombox FM reception?
How do you get better FM reception from a boombox? [more inside]
Stand-alone editor for bookmarks files?
Is there such thing as a stand-alone editor for browser bookmarks files? Mine are large and unwieldy with many sub- and sub-sub-folders, they're on several different machines, and it's becoming painful keeping them synced up. [more inside]
posted by jfuller at 7:55 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jfuller at 7:55 AM PST - 15 comments
Can anyone identify this movie?
firefox problem
Can anyone help me with this? Firefox suddenly won't connect to anything....
I keep getting the following:
The proxy server is refusing connections
Firefox is configured to use a proxy server that is refusing connections.
* Check the proxy settings to make sure that they are correct.
* Contact your network administrator to make sure the proxy server is
working.
Any help would be mucho appreciated! [more inside]
posted by rare_g at 7:46 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by rare_g at 7:46 AM PST - 2 comments
Undiscovered thrift stores near DC?
DC and surrounding area thrift store filter:
I am willing to drive into rural MD or VA to find second hand/ thrift/ junk stores that have not been picked over- I am looking to buy mismatched dinnerware pieces and silver. Any recommendations? Hidden treasure troves? [more inside]
JOIN US IT'S BLIIISSSSS
I'm trying to find the title of a scifi story about semi-symbiotic red jellylike ooze. [more inside]
posted by zusty at 7:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by zusty at 7:33 AM PST - 6 comments
Anyone know about obscure Portuguese snacks?
When in Portugal recently, we ate a snack food which looked like a bean, tasted like a bean, and which we were told, to our surprise, was some kind of sea produce. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by imperium at 7:28 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by imperium at 7:28 AM PST - 7 comments
Cheech and Chong need not apply.
How can I get inside the drug trade? Er, through movies (or books)? [more inside]
posted by dhartung at 7:23 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by dhartung at 7:23 AM PST - 43 comments
Working in Brooklyn
A friend of mine has received a job offer in the Flatbush Avenue/Brooklyn College area of Brooklyn -- the last stop on the #5 train. She knows nothing of this area, and wants to know if it's a safe area to work, and whether the commute back to Manhattan (often at night) will be a concern.
Help me help myself ROCK OUT
Follow-up-on-somebody-elses-post (filter): Okay, so I'd like to make an eBow from scratch. Here's the schematic available. Can you help out? [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 6:54 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by tmcw at 6:54 AM PST - 10 comments
Which SLR camera to buy: Canon Rebel XTi or Nikon D40?
I want to step into the big bad world of digital SLRs but don't really have a huge budget. Please help me choose between the Nikon D40 and the Canon Digital Rebel XTi (also known as EOS 400D). [more inside]
LifestyleDesignFilter - Is the Four Hour Work Week Feasible?
I have finished reading Tim Ferriss' "The Four Hour Work Week" and I am curious, has anyone out there who has read the book actually implement the strategies mapped out in the book? I am in the process of creating a business that I can run from virtually anywhere on the planet and want to know if others have done it.
posted by wisdom-seeker at 6:52 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by wisdom-seeker at 6:52 AM PST - 33 comments
Overzealous recommendation of ADD meds?
My partner just went to the doctor for a urinary tract infection and came out with a referral to a psychiatrist and a recommendation to be put on dexamphetamine! This doctor also insists it is important she meets me as well. Is this normal? [more inside]
401K Borrowing: Ever even an OK Idea?
I have tons of debt and am just not getting ahead nor falling behind, either, but.... I'd like to use my 401K to solve this problem. Of course, there's [more inside]
When will my bruises go away?
Two months ago, someone hit me hard on both of my arms. I still have marks. When will they go away? [more inside]
Should I replace my Comcast internet service (cable) with wireless broadband?
Should I replace my Comcast internet service (cable) with wireless broadband? [more inside]
posted by bchaplin at 5:55 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bchaplin at 5:55 AM PST - 7 comments
Trying to find chocolate chips and flour tortillas in London
Where can I purchase chocolate chips and flour tortillas in London? [more inside]
posted by potsmokinghippieoverlord at 4:28 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by potsmokinghippieoverlord at 4:28 AM PST - 30 comments
La la la la la laaaaaaa
Please recommend me some new male singers/groups. [more inside]
Berlin Bin Botherers
Whilst at Berlin Tegel Airport, my significant other noticed that while you had the usual disheveled people scavenging around the separate recycle bins in the airport, you had perfectly ordinary looking people poking around inside the bins also. Anyone know why this is so?
posted by spyke23 at 3:29 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by spyke23 at 3:29 AM PST - 20 comments
Where do I find occasional computer help?
What is a good website for computer (and related hardware) help? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Next at 3:25 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Ms. Next at 3:25 AM PST - 15 comments
Can a shared well be unshared?
Disentangling from the neighbors: If we pay (or pay part), can we "force" our neighbor to drill their own well? We have a shared well which is on our property. [more inside]
posted by maxwelton at 1:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by maxwelton at 1:48 AM PST - 11 comments
Innovation in distance education
What methods, software, stuff will create an exciting and cutting edge distanced education program? [more inside]
posted by b33j at 1:19 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by b33j at 1:19 AM PST - 7 comments
Good books about 'unexplained' phenomena?
What are some well-written, readily-available books about, for want of a better term, ‘the unexplained:’ apparently psychic phenomena, apparitions, telepathy, and the like? [more inside]
posted by misteraitch at 12:17 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by misteraitch at 12:17 AM PST - 19 comments
August 1
Visiting Brown, Amherst and Wesleyan: what to do, what to see, where to go
I'm visiting Brown, Amherst, and Wesleyan next week. I'm about to start my senior year of high school. What should I do in my limited time at these colleges that will give me the best idea of what it's like to go to them? [more inside]
Boston for 7 months
Moving to Boston for co-op (intern) position downtown for 7 months, 09/07 to 03/08. I need suggestions for the best place for a college guy to live, but more importantly I need suggestions for everything I need need to see, do, eat, drink and hear on my temporary stay. Ready...GO! [more inside]
Non-tourist Amish visit without being rude?
How to visit Amish country in Ohio? I want to get beyond the for-tourist world and learn something more authentic about plain culture, but I don't want to be a rude outsider. Where should I go? Who should I talk to? What should I say? [more inside]
My Money Hurts
Financial Newbiefilter: Should I sell this mutual fund I bought when I didn't know what I was doing? [more inside]
posted by murphy slaw at 9:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by murphy slaw at 9:37 PM PST - 8 comments
StatsFilter: What's the slope? A linear regression problem the textbooks can't (won't) answer!
StatsFilter: What's the slope? A linear regression problem the textbooks can't (won't) answer! [more inside]
posted by GarageWine at 9:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by GarageWine at 9:23 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me find insurance for my home-based ebay business
Help me find a insurance company that will cover my home-based ebay business. [more inside]
Managing a design team 101?
Managing a design team 101. Can you recommend any books, web sites, articles, etc. on the most effective, *humane* way to manage a design team? [more inside]
posted by theNonsuch at 9:05 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by theNonsuch at 9:05 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me heal my sick scooter.
I have a two-stroke, 50cc scooter. The miles are starting to add up and its idle is sounding rougher and rougher whenever I use it. Can I get a "tune up" for a small scooter like I would a car? What does this involve? Something I can do myself is fine, though I'll probably just take it to a garage. [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by zardoz at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
Does anyone know this piano song?
Does anyone know about this piano song? Maybe it's George Winston's. [more inside]
posted by Bill Shinji at 8:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Bill Shinji at 8:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Upper body aerobics?
I tore a ligament in my ankle last night, and it looks like I'll be in a cast for at least three weeks. I hate to skip the gym for three weeks (I've been slacking off enough as it is, and I'm trying to lose weight). Are there any aerobic exercises that don't involve your legs and don't require special equipment? Something other than just throwing punches in the air? Thanks.
Gmail functionality, within explorer?
Spoiled by GMail, *really* looking for a way to use tags/labels for everyday files. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 8:00 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by TomMelee at 8:00 PM PST - 11 comments
I need to figure out how to clean off this grout mess!
I am regrouting my basement bathroom tile, and as I look down at the sandy mess at my feet, I am wondering how to clean it! [more inside]
cheapest way to print art
I have some jpeg images that I'd like to blow up and print on glossy paper to frame and hang in my room. Is the easiest/cheapest way to go to a local kinkos or copy shop with a usb or are there cheaper alternatives to printing poster sized prints online?
Testing the health of a broadband connection
Is there a software program of some kind that will automatically monitor and analyze the health (i.e. transfer rate and up/down status) of a broadband Internet connection? Ideally like to see statistics graphed over the course of a week or so, tested every 1 to 15 minutes, so I can see what kind of quality I'm getting. I'm not sure if any software like this exists.
Why Am I Unknown Caller with Cricket Cell Phone?
Why does my cell phone number show up as "unknown caller" or "unavailable" to EVERYONE I call? [more inside]
Life gave me bitter lemonade...now what?
Need help in identifying a RAM Module
I need help in identifying this RAM module. Ideally I would have taken a picture and just posted it here but I'm one of the few people remaining who don't yet own a digital camera, so I'll just note down what's written on it and hope that someone can make sense on if it. [more inside]
posted by sk381 at 5:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sk381 at 5:46 PM PST - 5 comments
Don't go. They've been lying to you.
I have a (self-described) Republican, Bush-loving friend whom I've known for about 13 years now, who's willingly signed up for the Marines and wants to be stationed in Iraq. He leaves for basic training next weekend. [more inside]
posted by revmitcz at 5:27 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by revmitcz at 5:27 PM PST - 46 comments
Help me see a web page that's blocked in the U.S.
May I trouble someone in the U.K. to search the BFI download page and store, and tell me if they offer Project Apollo: Manned Flight to the Moon for sale or download? The site doesn't permit access to those pages from the U.S. I'm not looking to commit some kind of international copyright conspiracy; I just really want to see that movie. [more inside]
posted by Chinese Jet Pilot at 4:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Chinese Jet Pilot at 4:46 PM PST - 5 comments
Help Me Avoid the Long Arm of Texas Justice!
I've ignored Texas justice for 23 years. Is it about to catch up with me? [more inside]
How do I stop worrying in the beginning of a relationship?
How do I stop worrying in the beginning of a relationship? (example provided) [more inside]
Get superglue off a touchpad?
How do I take superglue off my macbook touchpad? [more inside]
Rocking hard or hardly rocking?
Cheap Cross-Continental Shipping for 98 Banker's Boxes?
What's the cheapest way to move a bunch of banker's boxes across the United States? I have 98 sealed banker's boxes full of books, papers, and a few durable household items in New York City and want to move them to San Francisco. What's the cheapest way to do that short of driving them across the country myself? USPS, UPS, Fedex, etc. all want to treat these as 98 parcels, which is prohibitively expensive. I could pay a moving company to do it, but that's also quite expensive -- and it's not like I need that kind of don't-scratch-my-antiques level of care anyway. Isn't there a cheaper way to get 98 uniform, nonfragile boxes across the country?
posted by gum at 3:56 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by gum at 3:56 PM PST - 18 comments
How do I become a DC resident?
I am currently a "resident" of North Carolina, but I don't live there and never will again. How do I get residency and a driver's license in Washington, DC? [more inside]
Why won't WinXP recognize my WD MyBook by firewire?
How can I get my Western Digital MyBook drive to show up when connecting with firewire? I've connected with USB 2.0 to my WinXP machine and installed the firewire drivers that came on the hard drive. Rebooted, then plugged in the drive with firewire. Can't get Windows to recognize the drive. I've also installed the firewire drivers on the Western Digital site. Still no luck. Any suggestions?
posted by RossWhite at 3:52 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by RossWhite at 3:52 PM PST - 4 comments
Things to do in central New Jersey when you are on your own.
I am in New Jersey (living in New Brunswick/ working closer to Princeton) for a another month (for work), without a car, and don't really know anyone in the area. How do I keep my sanity? [more inside]
posted by TheyCallItPeace at 3:52 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by TheyCallItPeace at 3:52 PM PST - 13 comments
My baby (car) has a secret (compartment)
My hatchback car (Honda Fit) doesn't have a separately-locking trunk or glovebox. Can I add a lock-box or secret compartment somewhere inside the car for stashing a few items, for those times I must turn over my keys (parking garage, valet)? Ideally I'd only be securing/concealing 3 deck-of-cards-sized items: iPod, GPS, EZPass. There are no official Honda accessories that do this, nor can I find any Fit-fanatic mods that have addressed it.
How much power does Bill Gates have?
Are CEOs more like presidents or dictators? [more inside]
posted by mpls2 at 3:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by mpls2 at 3:40 PM PST - 15 comments
Where's Enterprise Manager?
I have Visual Studio 2005 Professional. I installed VS2k5Pro with all of the options except the sample databases on my WinXP box, but now I can't figure out how to access the Enterprise Manager - replacement ... Enterprise Management Studio, or even find out if that app is included with the version I have. Any suggestions?
posted by SpecialK at 3:27 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by SpecialK at 3:27 PM PST - 3 comments
Name that socket!
My 1998 Camry has a socket in the dashboard underneath the cigarette lighter that is the same size & shape as a cigarette lighter socket but has a cover over it that says "110V". If I plug in my cell phone charger to this socket it doesn't work, I assume because the voltage on the charger doesn't match.
My question: If I would like to power something from this socket with a standard household 2-pronged plug, what sort of adapter do I need? What's it called? Sorry for my lack of 'lectrical lingo knowledge.
Were those there before?
How worried should I be that there's some new bruising on a week-old knee injury? [more inside]
RSS feeds for a housing search?
Good site(s) which provide configurable RSS feeds for real estate listings? (greater NYC area, and/or nationally in the U.S.) [more inside]
posted by malphigian at 2:35 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by malphigian at 2:35 PM PST - 4 comments
Did my uncle have a stroke?
Did my uncle have a stroke? [more inside]
How can I get health insurance even though I have ulcerative colitis?
How can I get health insurance even though I have ulcerative colitis? [more inside]
Looking for suggestions for new archive camera
Archive quality camera needed: I need to get a new camera to take photographs of very dirty and battered parchment, but I don't know where to begin. [more inside]
Remote wifi troubleshooting
Help me figure out whether or not my parents' home wifi is password-protected. [more inside]
Long Shot-Children's ABC book from 60s-70s?
Can anyone tell me the title (or author, ISBN #, any other info) of a children's alphabet book-probably published late-1960s or early 1970s, featuring fantastical creatures chasing other fantastical creatures? [more inside]
posted by MsElaineous at 1:53 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by MsElaineous at 1:53 PM PST - 13 comments
songs for my baby
Help me pick out songs to sing and play on the guitar for my soon-to-be-born son. [more inside]
posted by signal at 1:47 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by signal at 1:47 PM PST - 33 comments
UHA green tea and high concentrated milk candy.
I'm attempting to find somewhere to buy this Japanese candy and having no luck at all. [more inside]
posted by divka at 1:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by divka at 1:46 PM PST - 5 comments
Where to buy used cell phones in New York?
Are there any stores where I can buy used verizon cell phones in New York, preferably Manhattan or Brooklyn?
How secure is https:
Gmail and google docs allow you to substitute https: for http: at both the login and document level for security. Does using https: in place of http: for gmail and google docs prevent my documents from being viewable by someone with access to the network? How is this security different from encryption?
How eavesdroppable is GSM?
Practically, what are the chances of my communications being sniffed over GSM? [more inside]
Give my Mighty Mouse a mighty douse of mousepad lovin'
What mousepad would you use with a Mighty Mouse? [more inside]
What's better: Get paid less now, or more later?
AccountingFilter: Client convenience aside, does receiving "instant payment" for my services via PayPal make financial sense rather than waiting for a check to come in the mail 30 days later? Help me unlock the secrets of the Time Value of Money. [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep at 12:13 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 12:13 PM PST - 18 comments
Firefox 2.0.0.6 is Making Me Cranky!
Firefox 2.0.0.6 doesn't work with most of the extensions I'm using, including Greasemonkey. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by abbyladybug at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by abbyladybug at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
Best exchange rate for regular US$ to CA$ transactions?
I live in Canada and do contract work for a US company. How do I get the best exchange rate for regular currency exchange transactions? [more inside]
Book learnin'
What are the social benefits of public libraries (and literacy)? [more inside]
posted by Slam I Am at 11:42 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Slam I Am at 11:42 AM PST - 26 comments
Shoes sound great, but where and how?
Triathlon newbie here. Please help me interpret the race instructions about coming out of the swim into the first transition. [more inside]
posted by bassjump at 11:12 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by bassjump at 11:12 AM PST - 17 comments
Computer TA work ideas
As the IT guy in a high school (180 students), I'm thinking of taking on one or two "TAs" to work with the computers. For the IT people out there, what would you have students do (or would you allow it)? From the students' perspective, I'm also looking for ideas & projects they might find interesting and beneficial towards a future in IT. [more inside]
posted by jmd82 at 10:50 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by jmd82 at 10:50 AM PST - 14 comments
Banking options in relocating to Seattle
I'm moving to Seattle later this month, and--being an ignoramus about banks--am trying to figure out the best banking arrangements to set up for myself. [more inside]
How to uncrush with grace?
How to uncrush with grace? What would you do now? [more inside]
posted by MiffyCLB at 9:58 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by MiffyCLB at 9:58 AM PST - 28 comments
Memphis Gift Basket
I have a friend that is starting a new job in Memphis TN. I want to send her a gift basket of pastry's or a gift basket of food from Memphis for her and her office to enjoy. Can anyone please give me some advice on who to call or where to look?
How to prevent 'forehead glare'?
How can I prevent 'forehead glare'? My forehead is always so shiny. I shower daily and use lotion on my face and thats it. I'm a guy, so I don't wear powder, but maybe I should! My forehead looks like it's been polished to a high gloss shine.
Grandmothers, "presents" that aren't really presents, etc.
I need a little help on a petty family argument . . . [more inside]
Did my doctor cut me for no reason?
So the doctor diagnoses me with diverticulitis, and then performs a left sigmoid colectomy on me. Per the normal routine, the section of my colon was sent to a lab for analysis, which said there was no diverticuli present. [more inside]
posted by yesster at 8:54 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by yesster at 8:54 AM PST - 15 comments
vi cheat sheet?
vi cheat sheet, A4/letter sized, very dense, plus the odd cartoon? Rings any bells? [more inside]
posted by Leon at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Leon at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Long term expat life
I'm living abroad for the foreseeable future. Help me be the best expat I can be. [more inside]
Driving from San Jose to Pasadena via CA-1, what are the must-see scenic stops?
Driving from San Jose to Pasadena via CA-1, what are the must-see scenic stops? The time constraint is 24 hours (from Sunday morning to Monday morning). So far, the only markers on my route are the Mystery Spot and Big Sur.
Outlook 2003 Wont "include original message text" in my email replys?
Why won't Outlook 2003 "include original message text" in my email replys? [more inside]
Under 50 dollar noise canceling headphones?
Under 50 dollar noise canceling headphones? [more inside]
Mom's estate – equisearch.net found an asset but wants 35%. Alternatives?
My mother passed away in 2003 and 3 of us siblings split the estate. Fast forward to 2007, when we are contacted by EquiSearch.net, who claims there is over $2,500 in unclaimed assets in mom’s name. EquiSearch, of course, would be thrilled to help us get this money but will take 35% of the proceeds for their trouble.
How can we find this asset ourselves? We aren't aware of any stock, insurance, bank, or other accounts but apparently there was one. If there is an option that doesn't require the huge percentage fee (like a flat rate fee from another company) what is it?
I would strongly prefer to avoid doing business with EquiSearch. Thanks for your help!
The other option is a planned chip pan fire...
How do I revive a kitchen when we can't change it? [more inside]
Country Roads?
Can anyone recommend any cabin rentals in West Virginia? [more inside]
Would a dentist allow some form of general anaesthesia in order to extract necrotic teeth from a whussy person?
Major dental work required - nasty old dead teeth need to be removed (at least four of them) and I'm scared witless. Is asking for a general anaesthetic something that a dentist would allow? [more inside]
Could a library stream films for patrons?
A former professor of mine and I have been talking for years about building an online database of criticism of a very niche film genre. I've been thinking: why couldn't this site stream the entire films for students? [more inside]
posted by glibhamdreck at 6:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by glibhamdreck at 6:55 AM PST - 10 comments
Stop the maddness.
Isn't "Tea Tree Oil" merely fancy marketing-speak for turpentine from a specific type of tree?
posted by Fupped Duck at 6:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Fupped Duck at 6:39 AM PST - 7 comments
Powerpoint Assistance Needed
I am trying to open a Powerpoint file I have been working on the for last few days. This morning it won't open correctly and I need the collective assistance of PPT gurus [more inside]
posted by worker_bee at 6:26 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by worker_bee at 6:26 AM PST - 3 comments
I hate trusting strangers with my clothes.
Alterations/Tailor in Chicago. Anyone have a personal recommendation? The drycleaner in my building does it, but I want to know if anyone can recommend a tailor personally. It's a dress (made of a recycled polyester with a water repellent finish) which needs some refitting through the bodice. Doesn't have to be a commercial tailor, either. If you know a good seamstress who is willing to do piecework, that's great. I just want someone I trust picking apart & resewing my dress.
Oily Stain On Silk
How do I get a stain out of a silk tie? [more inside]
Experiencing technical difficulties
Please Help, I'm having problems adding a feed to my google reader. [more inside]
Door number one, carpet. Door number two, tile
What are the pros and cons of tile versus carpeting for rental apartments? [more inside]
Boost My Charisma Score
What are some of your favorite interpersonal tricks and techniques. I am trying to be a little more engaging in my interpersonal relationships. Bascially, I want to up my charisma quotient. Answers to this question would be along the lines of stuff found in a Dale Carnegie book, like saying a person's name during conversation, keeping up correspondence ( letters, emails, x-mas cards ), etc. etc. Lyndon Johnson used to grab people by the lapel while talking to them for effect. Benjamin Franklin said, "He that has once done you a kindness will be more ready to do you another than he whom you yourself have obliged." What things have you seen others do that seem to have a positive effect on other people?
What types of fur were used for the collars of men's overcoats in Edwardian England?
What types of fur were used for the collars of men's overcoats around 1890-1910 in England or the U.S.? Or -- can you recommend a great resource on the history of fur in fashion? [more inside]
Best Bat Detector
I'd like to listen to the bats in my local park. What kind of detector should I get? [more inside]
An alien blew up my brain!
Please help me remember the name of an old scifi novel about an alien that sucks knowledge out of other people's brains, killing them. [more inside]
The real question is not whether machines think but whether men do. -- B. F. Skinner
What are the all-time best science fiction novels which depict Artificial Intelligence? [more inside]