Possibly going to move and work as a caretaker of a small farm-sanctuary in upstate NY. The problem? It's on a windy, steep dirt road and my car is less than good. Help! [more inside]
posted by firei on Sep 5, 2009 - 10 answers

I'm looking for a short (less than 30 seconds) movie clip illustrating that cliche in western movies when first one then thousands and thousands of indians come over the hill to the dismay of our heroes. Orcs, aliens, zombies or anything else menacing coming over the hill would be fine.
posted by Fiery Jack on Aug 15, 2009 - 30 answers

I am considering the City on the Hill, i.e., an independent municipality of working thinkers with heavy access and participation in city life, politics, and education. Is there a difference in the terms "Intellectual Center" and "City on the Hill"? What are some historical examples of a City on the Hill that are lowland cities? if you believe there is a distinction in terms: What are some modern examples of a City on the Hill and what are only Intellectual Centers?
posted by parmanparman on Jul 17, 2009 - 3 answers

What districts/streets/apartment buildings do you suggest I check out on my mini-vacation to Raleigh, North Carolina. I plan on moving there in the near future and I want to find a place that's in the middle of the action. [more inside]
posted by my_impermanence on Dec 12, 2008 - 7 answers

How to get to Chapel Hill from NYC? [more inside]
posted by greta simone on Jul 16, 2008 - 13 answers

Tell me everything I need to know about Nobb Hill, San Francisco that will make living there this summer easier and more fun! [more inside]
posted by thebrokenmuse on May 9, 2008 - 9 answers

I want to plan a trip for my bf's birthday. I live in TEXAS and want to find a cool cabin that sleeps at least 6 people with access to fishing. I would prefer a secluded area where he and his standoutish tattooed buddies can be noisy and not have to deal with neighbors or uptight rednecks.. [more inside]
posted by madmamasmith on Mar 10, 2008 - 2 answers

I live in Austin Texas and just got engaged. I am trying to find a venue that offers an outdoor ceremony site and an indoor or covered reception area. My budget is no more than 2,000 dollars. [more inside]
posted by madmamasmith on Jan 13, 2008 - 11 answers

The South: from King of the Hill to Real Life™ and beyond. Help me sort out some questions I have on the nature of the South! [more inside]
posted by Lockeownzj00 on Jan 1, 2008 - 46 answers

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 on Aug 7, 2007 - 10 answers

Is there a (cheap-ish) tool that will measure pitch (as in a roof, or hill)? and what is it called? [more inside]
posted by edgeways on Apr 25, 2007 - 15 answers

What can I plant to cover a well shaded, steep hill? [more inside]
posted by onhazier on Mar 5, 2006 - 15 answers

I know there have been previous threads on living in the Chapel Hill / Research Triangle area, but I'm writing with slightly more specific question. I'm going to be spending a year at UNC CH and I need to find (unfurnished) housing nearby. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by chrisgrau on Feb 1, 2006 - 11 answers

What do you think of Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill? [more inside]
posted by toastchee on Nov 14, 2005 - 13 answers

Quote help. I'm looking for a quote where a guy talks about being on top of a hill of sorts, watching the swirling mass of humanity below. He says it in kind of a boastful way, how he almost observes with amusement.

My Google-fu isn't working. I've tried dozens of combos of keywords with no luck. (Trouble is, I don't know if I've remembered the keywords properly.)
posted by uncanny hengeman on Sep 1, 2004 - 15 answers

Jack and Jill went up a hill to fetch a pail of water. Up? Can that be right? Why would you put a well on top of a hill? Woudn't the water table be closer to the bottom of a hill? Just wondering...
posted by grateful on May 10, 2004 - 5 answers