I'm looking for "black best friend" supporting characters in movies who also come with a black love interest. I'm interested in their language patterns and dialect usage. [more inside]
posted by ms.codex to media & arts at 10:32 PM - 2 answers

It's that time again.. What are some good online stores to buy cool, unique Christmas gifts? [more inside]
posted by carpyful to shopping at 9:56 PM - 7 answers

Almost every dream I have is a nightmare, if I remember the dream. Is there a way to train myself not to do this? [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob to health & fitness at 9:48 PM - 3 answers

Is there a specific word for those rolling, pull-down gates that cover up storefronts in old-school cities (Brooklyn, Barcelona) at night? Here's a picture of the kind of gates I mean. [more inside]
posted by jcruelty to writing & language at 9:03 PM - 14 answers

What should I do with a wounded duvet? [more inside]
posted by Bergamot to home & garden at 8:56 PM - 5 answers

Could a plausible theory be extrapolated for Angels/Paranormal Activity being an aspect of Quantum Physics? [more inside]
posted by Enki to science & nature at 8:53 PM - 21 answers

Make London work. Help a beleaguered New Yorker figure out how to acclimate. Griping follows. [more inside]
posted by zvs to travel & transportation at 8:47 PM - 6 answers

How do I lie to my boss and everyone that I work with? [more inside]
posted by anonymous to work & money at 8:31 PM - 17 answers

Inspired by this old question about how guys react to girls crying... I want to know, how often do you cry? Is there an "average norm" for how often most people cry? [more inside]
posted by sherber to human relations at 8:22 PM - 18 answers

Visafilter: I've been hitting a brick wall with the Japanese consulate regarding same-sex partners and dependent-visa eligibility. Any Mefites have experience with this sort of thing? [more inside]
posted by azuresunday to law & government at 8:19 PM - 5 answers

Having an issue with a dance mat on PC - down button works, but left + down and right + down don't. [more inside]
posted by LSK to computers & internet at 7:58 PM - 0 answers

If your spouse catches a cold, how likely are you to catch it from them? [more inside]
posted by ManInSuit to health & fitness at 7:42 PM - 14 answers

Where do I find local auctions for construction equipment, misc salvage from demolitions, items from businesses that went under, etc? [more inside]
posted by bengarland to shopping at 7:42 PM - 1 answer

Where can I find .gp4, .gp5, or .ptb tab files (preferably free) ... because they work with this awesome guitar iphone app thing I just impulse-bought! Although, if there is an amazing outlet, I'd pay a membership. Don't want to buy them piecemeal though. [more inside]
posted by metajc to computers & internet at 7:12 PM - 8 answers

What kinds of questions should I ask my daughter's Kindergarten teacher during a parent/teacher conference? I'm trying to formulate some good questions to ask. One thing I will ask is.............is there anything specific I can do at home to help her. [more inside]
posted by lynnie-the-pooh to education at 6:58 PM - 4 answers

Is there a way (or free utility) to search through .bkf files without having to open them with ntbackup? Thanks!
posted by atm to computers & internet at 6:28 PM - 1 answer

What is the most common protocol for having an independent mechanic check out a used car before buying? [more inside]
posted by whataboutben to travel & transportation at 6:28 PM - 5 answers

If I buy a condo in Seattle with a great view, will that view be blocked by new condo construction in the near future? [more inside]
posted by nyc_consultant to home & garden at 6:13 PM - 9 answers

My friend's on-again/off-again nonstop crazy drama relationship just turned physically abusive six days ago. Now they are separated, again, and hopefully for good. I have reason to believe that the separation won't last, and I don't know how I could or should deal with that. Please help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 6:09 PM - 9 answers

What do I need to do in Oxford, UK? [more inside]
posted by justalisteningman to travel & transportation at 6:01 PM - 10 answers

What's your fvorite aperitif? How do you mix it if at all? [more inside]
posted by nj_subgenius to food & drink at 5:58 PM - 22 answers

How much money should I try to raise to get 8 kids in a studio, with a producer, to cut some songs? I'm working with 8 inner city students in the city of Chicago. They all have a passion for music, but limited experience with music. They all write, rap, and a few of them can sing like crazy. I just received a kickstarter invitation, and have no idea where I should set my sites. [more inside]
posted by allthewhile to education at 5:57 PM - 7 answers

I don't have cable or satellite, don't want cabe or satellite, but I want to be able to do timer recordings of TV shows to DVD. I believe this requires a DVD recorder with a digital tuner. Where do I find a good one for $150 or less? And setup tips and/or traps to avoid greatly appreciated as well.
posted by Dolley to technology at 5:50 PM - 7 answers

I play bass guitar. I'm not bad at it. In fact, I'm quite good. How do I get auditions to start playing for touring musicals and the like? (and do I stand a chance?) [more inside]
posted by tylerfulltilt to media & arts at 5:46 PM - 3 answers

It's time to settle down. Please help me. [more inside]
posted by st starseed to society & culture at 5:45 PM - 10 answers

Looking for a professional work bag. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by Mr_Thirdworld to shopping at 5:37 PM - 3 answers

Do you have good fundraising ideas for a high school junior? [more inside]
posted by R a c h e l to work & money at 5:28 PM - 8 answers

what are the possible repercussions of breaking a joint lease? [more inside]
posted by fogonlittlecatfeet to law & government at 5:10 PM - 9 answers

I'm posting for my wife who just got her eyes dilated at 4 p.m. (so she can't look at the computer to type this herself). I tried to Google my question and couldn't come up with any satisfactory answers. The question is why doesn't dilating your eyes and then viewing any form of light harm your eyes? [more inside]
posted by LillyBird to health & fitness at 4:52 PM - 6 answers

I need some advice on teaching art skills to adults. [more inside]
posted by alight to education at 4:31 PM - 9 answers

Not really worried, more just curious about my cat and how she's been drinking water...she dips her paw and then licks the water from it, repeatedly. [more inside]
posted by nevercalm to pets & animals at 4:25 PM - 28 answers

What's the best firefox add-on for previewing/managing a bunch of tabs that are on the same site and look alike in thumbnails, but can be distinguished by their text? I have bunches of tabs open and the tab bar becomes utterly useless, so I need an add-on (not just thumbnail-based) that can do much better.
posted by shivohum to computers & internet at 4:23 PM - 2 answers

What is the most painless route to developing and selling an iPhone app? [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis to computers & internet at 4:05 PM - 14 answers

How do I prevent an anxiety attack in a specific situation that is likely to trigger one? [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 4:01 PM - 13 answers

I was raped in a foreign country. Going home is not an option. What can I do to cope? [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 4:01 PM - 26 answers

I thought this would be simple, but it isn't. I want to purchase a song as the new ringtone of my At&t Blackberry Pearl, and I have hit all sorts of roadblocks. [more inside]
posted by msali to shopping at 3:53 PM - 4 answers

I am at my wit's end with this relationship. What's left? [more inside]
posted by bookgirl18 to human relations at 2:21 PM - 47 answers

Whenever I am close to someone I am sexually attracted to, I feel this spark go through my whole body. Is there a name for it? Why does this happen and what's going on in my body? [more inside]
posted by KateHasQuestions to health & fitness at 1:23 PM - 14 answers

I'm part of a short-term couple. We both know it will probably end in about six months from now, due to a long-distance move. I feel that there's a multitude of things I can experiment with here, due to the short-term nature of the (non?)relationship. But what are those things? Also: I know that each relationship is different, but what are the general rules of such relationships, anyway? How am I supposed to be in love, without falling in love? What can I do to make the most of the time we have left? [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 1:18 PM - 15 answers

Looking for recommendations for an affordable apartment/studio complex within 20min of the Bungie offices in Kirkland, WA for a 9 month lease. [more inside]
posted by dcruzin to work & money at 12:55 PM - 0 answers