We live in Seattle in a house with lots of windows and no air conditioning. There are three skylights that crank open about 2-3 inches each to allow for ventilation. As I was opening them today (first time since we moved in), I thought, "Hmmm. If I were a squirrel, would I crawl in to the house?"
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posted by scblackman
on May 6, 2013 -
17 answers
I just heard this rock song on the radio driving by Tacoma WA tonight. Supposedly it's by a band named Cruella (sp?) with a girl singing and some instrumental sections with heavy guitar. Would anyone have any idea what song this might be? I was going to google one line of the lyrics but forgot what it is already. Thanks!
posted by ditto75
on Apr 18, 2013 -
2 answers
We only get to Seattle occasionally these days, and usually eat at old favorite spots. But this Sunday we have tickets to a new theatre, West of Lenin, and want to meet family for brunch before the show.
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posted by kestralwing
on Apr 18, 2013 -
7 answers
My husband and I are going to Seattle in a couple of weeks. We would like to have a get-together with several friends, 15-20 people.
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posted by Jazz Hands
on Apr 15, 2013 -
6 answers
Tomorrow night, I'll be driving from Seattle to Whistler, BC. What's the drive going to be like, and is there anything that I should know?
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posted by schmod
on Feb 27, 2013 -
12 answers
I want to take my little brother sledding. Where's the best place to go within a couple of hours of town?
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posted by Sauce Trough
on Feb 9, 2013 -
4 answers
My ideal situation would be basically an iPod Touch with unlimited 4G connectivity for $50-60/month. I'd love to figure out a way to still have all of the features I love with my iPhone, while simultaneously ditching the cost of making calls. Seriously. I have so many anytime minutes banked it's nuts. I'm grandfathered on unlimited data with AT&T (which means nothing really), except that I have a AT&T iPhone 4S to use once my contract is up next year. (Thought it might be pertinent for scenarios.) Not interested in carrying around a second device (e.g. mobile wifi). Thoughts?
posted by letstrythis
on Feb 6, 2013 -
16 answers
I am in the process of moving from my abusive family's house/city to another city with the wages I have saved over the past few years, but I have been unable to choose a city. It would ideally be affordable, and have a supportive environment for artists/illustrators with natural beauty and publishing opportunities. Do any cities come to mind? Any help would be very much appreciated!
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posted by timespacewheredoifit
on Jan 20, 2013 -
17 answers
Are dedicated snow tires a good idea for Seattlites who only occasionally visit the mountains?
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posted by rouftop
on Jan 9, 2013 -
8 answers
I just got a great Christmas present from my sister-in-law, help me give back as good as I got.
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posted by msali
on Jan 2, 2013 -
10 answers
I have
this dress, and while it fits well at the waist and through my ribs and I've worn it before, it squishes my 30F chest in a way that does not look flattering at all. There is not enough extra fabric to let the dress out, and I can't buy a larger size. Whom in Seattle can I trust to do a
great job at converting the zippered back (all the way to my nape, with mesh fabric upper half) to a lace corset back? Any other ideas?
posted by halogen
on Nov 28, 2012 -
5 answers
Does anyone know of any good documentary films about Seattle history? I'm interested in its founding up to the 90s. Not looking for stuff about grunge. Would love it if there were something in a Ken Burns, but I don't expect miracles. Thanks!
posted by letstrythis
on Nov 2, 2012 -
9 answers
Recommendations for desktop diagnosis/repair in (North) Seattle? My newly-(self)built box will not POST.
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posted by skyscraper
on Oct 29, 2012 -
5 answers
Hanging out in Seattle next Sunday. Looking for an amazing place to eat lunch/dinner and some cool stuff to do. I've read through the archives, but I've got some specific parameters and I was hoping some of you locals could help me out.
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posted by justjess
on Oct 8, 2012 -
12 answers
Can you recommend a barber or stylist in Seattle who's good with facial hair?
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posted by hades
on Sep 12, 2012 -
4 answers
Please suggest a place to stay in Seattle near the University of Washington. More details follow.
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posted by anaphoric
on Sep 4, 2012 -
11 answers
Several opportunities for my family to move to the States from Canada have come up and we are considering moving however we, early 30's SAHM and Husband + toddler, have no idea how basics such as down payments, mortgages, health insurance and retirement accounts work down there. We are considering a move to Bellevue, WA or Mountain View, CA so any advise on deciding between these two would also be great :)
We are well versed in how all of these things work in Canada and are current home owners, so Bonus points for any side by side comparisons of how the American and Canadian systems differ or are similar.
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posted by saradarlin
on Aug 26, 2012 -
20 answers
You've been offered the same position with the same company in your choice of two offices: Seattle or San Francisco. The salary is the same in both positions but, due to a cost of living adjustment, the pay is higher in SF. What are some of the factors you'd consider in deciding where to go? Which would you choose and why?
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posted by IdRatherNotSay
on Aug 26, 2012 -
50 answers
"Someplace casual and on the water" in Seattle ... which restaurant should I take a party of 7 to this coming Friday night that fits these criteria?
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posted by kthxbi
on Aug 10, 2012 -
16 answers
Are there any liquor stores in Seattle that have a decent bourbon whiskey selection (since the law changed)?
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posted by uleekunkel
on Jun 26, 2012 -
10 answers
In 2009,
91.2% of Seattle's electricity was from hydroelectric sources, and in 2010,
87.9% was hydro. Is the hydro capacity maxed out, or will it scale up to meet additional demand and maintain that ratio? Here's what I'm getting at: If I were to use more electricity than now, will that incremental power effectively come from non-renewable sources rather than ~90% hydro?
posted by hodgebodge
on Jun 6, 2012 -
14 answers
Please please PLEASE help me find a place where I can buy a wonderbra/any strapless bra that won't squash my chest flat in time for my wedding in two weeks!
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posted by everydayanewday
on Apr 26, 2012 -
13 answers
Help me identify an eccentric artist that gave tours of his house in Seattle around the year 2000. He was obsessed with a number (four or five, maybe) and had many conditions for his tours that hinged upon that number (i.e. needing four people to tour the property, and tours being available in four minute or four hour duration). He might have gone by "[
first name] Art".
posted by a box and a stick and a string and a bear
on Apr 11, 2012 -
1 answer
I've got my eye on this varsity/baseball wool/leather jacket. I'll probably have it mid to late April.
First I'd like to make the point that Seattle weather has absolutely beautiful since I arrived here one month ago. It's been about 50/50 sunny/cloudy, and there's always a breeze, and the temperatures have been very mild. (This could just be because I live at the top of Queen Anne Hill.) I know that statistically we actually get less annual rainfall than NYC, which is where I'm from.
My question is: how long into Spring can I comfortably wear a jacket (in particular a light/medium jacket)? It seems every morning has been cold, and I still see people wearing winter hats. How long will this persist?
How warmly do people typically dress in Seattle from the months of May to October?
posted by brighteyes7
on Apr 1, 2012 -
22 answers
Buying-a-used-car-filter: please recommend a non-dealership mechanic in the Seattle/Redmond area who can check out a car for me before I buy it. The hard part: they need to be open tomorrow.
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posted by homodachi
on Mar 30, 2012 -
5 answers
What should I do in Seattle with kids aged 1 and 4 next week? Staying downtown near the Convention Center. I will have a car.
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posted by carpographer
on Feb 28, 2012 -
18 answers
Trying to plan a last minute trip to Vancouver and need some hotel recommendations. Also, it's looking like it's significantly cheaper to fly into to Seattle. Would that make sense to fly into Seattle and then make my way to Vancouver via rental car, bus or train, OR would it be smarter to just pay the extra cost and just fly straight into Vancouver.
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posted by ericthegardener
on Feb 17, 2012 -
25 answers
I just got an offer from a company in Seattle (my top choice!) and am to start work on Feb. 27. I currently live in NYC. I've already got my plane ticket, and I leave on the 24th. What's the best way to secure an apartment in downtown Seattle, while I'm still in NYC?
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posted by brighteyes7
on Jan 31, 2012 -
29 answers
Seattle: *urgent* need for a plumbing/heating maintenance today or this weekend for the in-floor heating of my townhome. Haven't had heat since apparently Wednesday night, and the company that installed it is non-responsive to my repeated calls.
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posted by hincandenza
on Jan 27, 2012 -
8 answers
My plans for new years eve might be falling through due to flaky friends. Where can a single lady go in Seattle to have a fun (and not too crazy) new years eve celebration?
posted by lockstitch
on Dec 31, 2011 -
3 answers
I need a catsitter near north Seattle with these qualifications. They can pick up my cat in Everett. They can keep my cat for an indeterminate period, possibly a couple months. They have experience living with cats. They charge no more than $10 a day over the cost of pickup, food, litter and other expenses. They can take weekly payments via Paypal or checks. Sookie has her shots and papers, as well as an airline-approved cat carrier. Do you know someone?
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posted by Ardiril
on Dec 22, 2011 -
4 answers
You are not my t-shirt vendor, but please give me some advice on printing my (very special snowflake of a) t-shirt.
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posted by Sauce Trough
on Dec 5, 2011 -
7 answers
What are some good social clubs / activities / volunteer-type things in the Seattle metropolitan area? I want to make more friends.
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posted by lockstitch
on Nov 21, 2011 -
8 answers
I am looking for "triage" for our relationship, including recommendations for counselors in the Seattle area.
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posted by parrot_person
on Oct 27, 2011 -
28 answers
I'm looking for Seattle-area technology-focused career counseling. Any recommendations?
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posted by inkyz
on Sep 13, 2011 -
1 answer
Kingdom of Fungi. Do people who live in the Pacific Northwest have more yeast infections, mold in their houses, and mushrooms in their woods?
posted by MidSouthern Mouth
on Aug 13, 2011 -
16 answers
Can anyone recommend a Muslim community in Seattle that could help me (a non-Muslim) understand and participate in Ramadan?
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posted by Surfurrus
on Jul 30, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm looking for advice on bike routes and bike-on-train travel tips from Vancouver, BC to Portland, OR
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posted by Acari
on Jul 14, 2011 -
10 answers
