We're going to Portland for a week-long vacation (and maybe a moving trial run) in a few days.
We've visited before, but this time we're taking our 2-year-old daughter, and I wanted to ask if there are any great toddler friendly destinations or day trips that we shouldn't miss. Any tips on kid-friendly restaurants and organic grocery shopping in NW Portland are also appreciated.
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posted by mmc
on Apr 29, 2013 -
16 answers
I'm in a great new relationship, yay! It's been about 4 months. I like her. She likes me. But I am a classic anxiously attached type, and I would like your advice on how to cope with the "omg what will I do when she figures out I'm a loser and she dumps me and why didn't she call last night and she seemed annoyed when I said that and omg what if she doesn't like me anymore" feeling.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 1, 2013 -
11 answers
I serve tables at a restaurant (California), and management (large corporate chain) insists we declare 18% tips on sales (whatever the outcome of the night) or face reprimand...
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posted by Mach3avelli
on Feb 24, 2013 -
10 answers
Pimp My Resume: Mommy Edition. How can/should I describe these volunteer things I've done at my kid's schools on my resume?
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posted by BlahLaLa
on Feb 12, 2013 -
6 answers
Getting a photo shoot that is a package deal; photographer has let me know that I should be ready to pay her and the makeup/hairstylist separately. Do I tip the stylist?
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posted by not that girl
on Feb 4, 2013 -
8 answers
What are your best tips for saving money in ways that don't impact your quality of life and don't require much effort?
I'm talking about things like: cut the dryer sheets in half, get twice as much out of a single box, impact on quality of laundry = 0, effort = nearly 0.
posted by bq
on Jan 14, 2013 -
57 answers
After burning my second pot and almost poisoning myself by not quite turning the knob off, it's clear that I need remedial gas stove cooking classes.
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posted by Neneh
on Jan 12, 2013 -
29 answers
I have a big important concert that I'm playing coming up sort of soon. I'm not even sure what to ask... but here goes.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 8, 2013 -
15 answers
I've used iPhones for five years or so now, but there are a few things that bug me, and I wonder if there is a trick or preference I'm missing or a third-party app I can use or what. No interest in jailbreaking or switching phones. Specific questions inside.
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Jan 7, 2013 -
10 answers
Are there any restaurants or bars in NYC that pay their workers with proper, decent wages, rather than with tips?
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posted by suedehead
on Jan 6, 2013 -
27 answers
How do I make the area around my eyes look softer and younger? I have genetics, Lasik complications and sinus issues working against me.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 19, 2012 -
15 answers
I'm going to LA in a week. What are some things I should see or do? "Off the beaten path" tips encouraged!
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posted by deathpanels
on Dec 5, 2012 -
18 answers
Sewing-filter: Top 5 tips for a beginner working on my first real project from a pattern? Bonus question: can I do this? Pep talks welcome.
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posted by mireille
on Nov 23, 2012 -
28 answers
We're Brits in Washington DC about to have our first baby! We have bicycles but don't own a car (use Zipcar / taxis). All the standard baby-prep advice seems to assume owning a car... so do you guys have any tips for car-free baby living? In particular: car seats (for occasional use / quick installation), diaper services and bike trailers? Details inside!
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posted by tkbarbarian
on Nov 18, 2012 -
16 answers
I know how to treat a hangover but am trying to do one better--how do you PREVENT a hangover (when you get them really easily and know that a day of fun might make it inevitable)?
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posted by lovableiago
on Nov 9, 2012 -
45 answers
Is it ethical for employers and managers to tier the tips of servers and bar staff as a means of creating an "incentive" programme?
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posted by _superconductor
on Nov 9, 2012 -
19 answers
I have an Excel spreadsheet with just over 3000 sentences in column A. I need to go through looking at each one and entering some data into columns B-F. The first thing I have to enter is whether the sentence is in the past tense or present tense. If it is past tense, I can ignore it and not have to enter anything in columns C-F. I just move on to the next sentence. Is it going to be quicker if I go through the whole spreadsheet filling out column B first (past/present) and then do a second pass to fill out the rest of the details for the present tense sentences, or quicker to do it all at once for each sentence? Or is it a wash?
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posted by lollusc
on Oct 16, 2012 -
8 answers
Do you have any recommendations for the tough job of removing spider poop from vinyl siding?
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posted by Toekneesan
on Oct 13, 2012 -
7 answers
I recently moved, am unemployed and finding it really hard to get motivated. What tips/tricks/apps/whatever have helped you keep to a schedule when you don't have any other reason to?
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posted by nakedmolerats
on Aug 10, 2012 -
16 answers
When at a bar/pub, I default to tipping on each drink (cash is easy to remember this way, for me). When they hold a running tab, what is the appropriate etiquette when cashing out at the end of the night?
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posted by CrystalDave
on Jul 30, 2012 -
12 answers
Because of a disability, I have not been in the workforce for nine years. I am now looking for employment and would like some advice on how to account for the absence.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2012 -
5 answers
How can I re-create chip shop style chicken chunks at home? Specifically I am trying to re-create the kind of fried chicken chunks made at NYC's
A Salt And Battery, in general I am trying to get that moist, crunchy, batter-just-pulls-away taste and texture found in fry joints.
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posted by The Whelk
on May 28, 2012 -
7 answers
Yoga on the beach: looking for routines/workouts to follow... And any tips/tricks.
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posted by cheemee
on May 22, 2012 -
4 answers
I need to be as efficient as possible when using Windows 7, using Office, browsing with Firefox / Chrome, working with files, etc. etc. What are your best tips for being a Windows speed demon? Answers to this question will include keyboard shortcuts, utilities, how you use your taskbar, command-line, whatever. I am looking for how you get the most out of Windows.
posted by jasondigitized
on Apr 9, 2012 -
25 answers
Do you know any recipes of stuff I could bake in a toaster oven? Muffins, bread, cookies, or even meals? What's your general rule of thumb when it comes to method and time of cooking? We're talking old school toaster oven here, I can only select the cooking time, not the degrees.
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posted by kitsuloukos
on Mar 31, 2012 -
10 answers
I just bought a second hand iphone 3Gs for my wife due to her old phone missing some texts. What are some great tips/tricks and apps/games we should install on it?
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posted by Admira
on Mar 26, 2012 -
5 answers
What's the best way to think about mathematics? What's the best advice you have ever received about learning math and approaching math problems?
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posted by lackadaisical
on Jan 26, 2012 -
36 answers
I will be seeing in the New Year at the top of a 100 meter tall building in Buenos Aires. I have a Canon SX30 IS, a fairly high-end point and click which has plenty of manual settings. I want to make the most of the viewpoint to take photos of the fireworks that will be going off around the city - what should I know?
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posted by jontyjago
on Dec 30, 2011 -
5 answers
I got a Fitbit for Christmas!
Do you have one? What should I know about it? Any tips/tricks/hacks for getting the most out of it?
posted by exceptinsects
on Dec 27, 2011 -
10 answers
With our daughter having been in a couple of classes at her day care this year, and there being several floating carers who also take care of her, we're not sure how best to tip. Do we need to gift everyone the same or can we weight some teachers if they've spent more time with our daughter?
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posted by NailsTheCat
on Dec 16, 2011 -
7 answers
I'm looking for anecdata about the wage structure for jobs that have hourly pay plus tips or commissions.
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posted by kayram
on Dec 3, 2011 -
9 answers
Which Twitter users post high-quality daily tweets? (one-liners, inspirational quotes, love/sex tips, that kind of thing)
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posted by harwons
on Nov 23, 2011 -
17 answers
My friend asked me to make a music video for his band, but I have never done this before. We don't mind it looking a little lo-fi. I am looking for tips and advice from people who have done this before. Please tell me the things you wish you had known before you embarked on this particular endeavour.
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posted by Sully
on Nov 20, 2011 -
15 answers
Planning to attend a language course in Bremen, Germany early next year. Need extensive MeFi advice/help!
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posted by naskar
on Nov 12, 2011 -
14 answers
I'm looking to buy a supply of cable that would be ideal for making USB cables. Also are there any suppliers for tips and ends that can supply to Canada?
I'm tired of crappy usb cables that are never the lengths that I want them to be.
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posted by Chamunks
on Nov 3, 2011 -
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