I need a unique Christmas gift for my girlfriend that I can purchase now (and have it mailed closer to the time). Help?
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posted by RaynDrops
on Nov 5, 2012 -
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Does a liquor exist that meets the following [read: personal] criteria? What about a cigar to go with it?
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posted by RolandOfEld
on May 14, 2012 -
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What is going on right now, that in fifty or a hundred years, people will be saying "damn, I wish I was part of that"?
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posted by jayder
on Feb 29, 2012 -
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I need examples of ethnic restaurants in countries you wouldn't expect to find that type of ethnic restaurant.
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posted by lstanley
on Nov 1, 2011 -
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My dad loves being outside. I want to get him some cool/fun seeds for Christmas to plant in the spring. What should I get? He lives in south eastern Wisconsin (zone 5).
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posted by fuzzysoft
on Oct 14, 2011 -
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I am looking to buy a new helmet for the one I currently use with my scooter is falling apart....any suggestions for where I can try on before I buy in Los Angeles and surrounding cities?
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posted by matthelm
on Sep 29, 2011 -
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A coworker bouncing a ping pong ball on his desk today made me think, "There is nothing else that sound could ever be confused for." Are there any other sounds that are unmistakeable for anything else?
posted by aquanet
on Aug 18, 2011 -
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Prithee good sir or madam, hear my tale of woe and, if so moved, aid me in my quest for French Toast glory. Indulgence if you please for the 'epicness' of the tale, for a taste of this splendour deserves such a telling.
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posted by Hardcore Poser
on Mar 6, 2011 -
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Looking for etsy store recommendations for jewelry, accessories, design-y items and other gifts.
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posted by ghostbikes
on Dec 12, 2010 -
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Help me get a care package of "Only in America" type stuff for some friends in Scotland.
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posted by arishaun
on Sep 27, 2010 -
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What are some quirky, interesting, funny or sweet gifts to give people thanking them for being awesome?
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posted by jkl345
on Aug 15, 2010 -
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I need a better domain name for personal and professional email, and perhaps as a landing page for people to find me on the internet. The problem is that I have an extremely generic name and all the usual suspects are taken. Please suggest or help me find something distinct and foolproof for email.
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posted by cgomez
on Jul 28, 2010 -
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I'm about to ask a potentially goofy question about serving unique URLs. This is something I should know, but- How do I serve a unique URL based on a common PHP script where the URL is distinguished by a unique ID?
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posted by GilloD
on Feb 10, 2010 -
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I'm going to be in NYC for New Year's Eve with a few friends and we would like to go to a local celebration/event in Queens or Brooklyn instead of Manhattan. Are there any that you recommend?
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posted by melodykramer
on Dec 21, 2009 -
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It's that time again.. What are some good online stores to buy cool, unique Christmas gifts?
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posted by carpyful
on Nov 9, 2009 -
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Please help me understand an odd personal medical event. Ever since I was little I've had this funny thing happen from time to time and I've never understood what it is or heard of anyone else having it. My inner ears gets a "pressure" type feeling like when you are trying to pop them by opening your jaw and straining slightly. The funny thing is, this happens very uncomfortably with a strange powerful itch/funny feeling on my inner thigh/privates. It is quick and intense and rare, it stops when I itch. I have no idea what it is and would appreciate any explanation. Thanks!
posted by gibbsjd77
on Jul 30, 2009 -
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My nephew just turned 1. I only have $150 but I want to get him something cool that he'll appreciate in the future.
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posted by carpyful
on Jun 26, 2009 -
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I will be driving from Rochester NY to Steamboat Colorado with my two dogs. I'll be looking for dog friendly accomodations. Any unique or special locations I should shoot for?
Thanks
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posted by Palmerpoodles
on Mar 17, 2009 -
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Nonlamephotopraphyfilter: What are some websites, books, and/or magazines that have some neat photos?
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posted by sixcolors
on Feb 22, 2009 -
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What would make a unique thank you gift for someone who has really helped my business?
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posted by bodgy
on Jul 31, 2008 -
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Does anyone know any hotels, in any city in the US, comparable to the
Hotel Congress in Tucson, AZ? Basically, a hotel that "makes" the experience of visiting a city which you might not otherwise consider a vacation destination.
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posted by eileen
on Jul 23, 2008 -
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What would be the ideal type of work for someone with no formal education but who has amazing talents?
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posted by watercarrier
on Mar 25, 2008 -
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Please recommend some unique dining experiences in Richmond, VA and the Hampton Roads area.
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posted by srrh
on Feb 24, 2008 -
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I really like albums that seem to exist in their own little world, devoid of obvious influences - some good examples being Van Morrison's "Astral Weeks"and Talk Talk's "Spirit of Eden". What else should I check out?
posted by davebush
on Feb 17, 2008 -
36 answers
[grownupfilter] What is the most unique job you've ever heard of - the one that made you say, "Damn, if I wasn't 5 years away from retiring, I'd TOTALLY do _________!"
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posted by damnjezebel
on Jan 22, 2008 -
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We’re heading up to the northern shore area of MI from Chicago mid-July and want to know about any exciting (safe) adventures like jet boat rides, dune buggy rides, zip lines, etc. that are memorable and “not to miss” while in the area. In the past, we have found some of these experiences are not mentioned AAA books or online travel sites. Thanks!
posted by thebarron
on Jun 24, 2007 -
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I'm looking for a method or application that will create a list of unique words in a large text document (a Word document, currently, but can be changed to accommodate another format).
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posted by qwip
on Jun 4, 2007 -
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Suggestions for a present from a wife to husband to celebrate the birth of their new baby?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 1, 2007 -
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I'm taking a short trip to Amsterdam in April, and would love some suggestions for unique/ interesting/ historically important hotels, that aren't over-the-top expensive.
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posted by ethel
on Feb 23, 2007 -
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Interesting entrepreneurial ventures - what are some unique and quirky ways that people have used to make money?
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posted by divabat
on Jan 4, 2006 -
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My fiance and I have been looking for a unique wedding band design and we really like carved and engraved gold but not the stuff that looks like it has just been diamond cut. We found a really nice 1930's french wedding band with laurel on it
Here.
Any ideas where I could find more designs like this?? We are looking to stick to yellow gold and want something unique.
posted by cdcello
on May 18, 2005 -
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I was hoping someone might have insight into why, when I filter row of text in Excel for Unique Values, i.e., no duplicates displayed, I still get some duplicate rows. Has anyone experienced this? Again, it's text that I'm working with; not numbers.
posted by ParisParamus
on Apr 6, 2005 -
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