December 2010 Archives
December 31
Help me figure out of tax burden, Please.
Can I take a business loss if I sell my business and the buyer doesn't pay? [more inside]
Steaming my shirts and pants.
I looking to purchase a steam board that mounts on a door. Did a search but came across only one company. The putting the shirt on the iron does not do it for me. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks
So, is China planning an invasion any time soon??
I'm having dinner with some friends tonight, one of whom is convinced China is the next great evil superpower. However, he is open to debate so what are some concrete arguments I can use to shut him down? [more inside]
posted by Silentgoldfish at 8:55 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by Silentgoldfish at 8:55 PM PST - 27 comments
Nervous about sex
Is my nervousness about sex due to lack of experience or is there something else? (full story inside) [more inside]
World travel as a lifestyle?
I want to travel the world as a lifestyle, but I'm a recently-graduated programmer with no job experience. How do I make this a possibility? [more inside]
around the world in 80 days
Is it possible to get to know a place fairly well, without actually visiting it? [more inside]
It costs HOW much when it was repaired under recall?
Should I try to negotiate this car repair bill? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by vers at 3:56 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by vers at 3:56 PM PST - 14 comments
Recommend a Manhattan Project book, Fat Man / Little Boy!
Recommend your favorite book detailing the history of the Manhattan Project. I'm most interested in the technical hurdles overcome, but I'd also like it to encompass the political aspects of the venture. [more inside]
posted by supercres at 3:05 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by supercres at 3:05 PM PST - 26 comments
Eating at fancy restaurant with friends when broke
A friends birthday dinner is at a restaurant outside my price range. How can I attend and eat/spend minimally without seeming odd or drawing attention to myself? [more inside]
posted by lacedcoffee at 3:04 PM PST - 63 comments
posted by lacedcoffee at 3:04 PM PST - 63 comments
My car got totaled - help me get what I'm owed
My car got totaled in an accident two days ago. I'm looking for advice from those who've been through this process before. How can I make sure to get the most money for the replacement car from my insurance? [more inside]
Are my chances of grad school ruined?
Should I be looking for another person to recommend me for grad school? Initial very warm response, lukewarm response to follow up. (time sensitive snowflakes falling in my head) [more inside]
Pay off my student loans or make a large downpayment on a home?
Should I pay off my student loans or put a down payment on a house? [more inside]
Are there any cafes or common spaces in the DC area that are open tonight (new years eve)?
Are there any cafes or common spaces in the DC area that are open tonight (new years eve)? [more inside]
posted by wooh at 2:18 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by wooh at 2:18 PM PST - 3 comments
Brooklynfilter: Dig my car out of the snow before or after it rains?
I returned from vacation today (Brooklyn) to find my car under a few feet of snow and piled high on the side after the plows came by. It's supposed to rain on Sunday. Should I dig it out before or after the expected rains? Will the rain further turn the snow to ice or melt it? The temp on Sunday is supposed to be a high/low of 47/32. Thanks!
ID this bowl?
Can anyone identify this bowl? It looks like it is plywood with a laminate edge. (The screenshot is from White Collar but that probably won't help.)
posted by smackfu at 1:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by smackfu at 1:54 PM PST - 4 comments
cold-blooded pet ownership
Why do people want reptiles as pets? [more inside]
posted by 200burritos at 1:54 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by 200burritos at 1:54 PM PST - 28 comments
What docs to bring for Motion to Modify?
What documentation should I bring to a court hearing for a "Motion to Modify" (child support)? [more inside]
Can GGG stand for Great, Gregarious, Genial?
What if I don't WANT to be GGG anymore? Is my marriage doomed? [more inside]
How can I pull political data into my website?
How can I find out United States political information, such as Senators, current elections, and so on, for visitors of my website, in as automatic a way as possible? [more inside]
posted by fvox13 at 1:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by fvox13 at 1:24 PM PST - 8 comments
Aliens hunting you down with nowhere to run?
Name that book! Trapped in a museum(?). Hunted by aliens(?). Unable to leave due to some type of force field or collars. [more inside]
posted by ofcourseican at 12:50 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ofcourseican at 12:50 PM PST - 3 comments
I do not care if a person I emailed 4 months ago is onlne.
How do I get strangers off my Google chat panel? It seems that everybody I've ever emailed with a gmail address is there. I do not necessarily have ongoing business with them. I don't want to know when they're online, nor do I want them to know when I'm online. I know I can change my status, but that's not what I'm looking for. Help.
What is this song from the early 90's?
What is the name of the band and song in this video from the late 80's-early 90's? I came across this old post on Yahoo! Answers and now it is driving me nuts. One of the guys in the band had on a Charlie Brown shirt and the video took place in a skate park. "California" may have been part of the band name. Ring any bells?
posted by catastropher at 12:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by catastropher at 12:44 PM PST - 2 comments
Macbook Pro resolution question
My macbook pro screen's resolution has somehow become out of whack. [more inside]
Academic Job Applications: A Spiraling, Endlessly Recursive Process?
How to streamline working on academic job applications? [more inside]
posted by speicus at 12:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by speicus at 12:29 PM PST - 7 comments
Looking small biz SMS service provider...
Need help finding SMS service provider for small business. Particulars inside... [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 12:12 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 12:12 PM PST - 4 comments
Segregated troops at Ft. Gordon, Georgia in 1950s
My father-in-law, who is 81, was stationed at Ft. Gordon in Georgia in 1951, as part of the signal corps. He has charged me with finding out anything I can about the segregated troops during the period. [more inside]
How to run an applescript when connected to a particular network
I want to run a script on my Mac (Applescript most likely) when I connect to a particular wireless router. My Google Fu is failing me. Does anyone know if and how this can be done? [more inside]
posted by bitdamaged at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bitdamaged at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Linksys mystery
A confusing question about my wireless internet connection and "linksys". [more inside]
How do I buy a year-old photo of myself?
A year ago, a freelance professional photographer took a really good photo of me for a industry publication. I'd like to buy the rights to the photo for personal professional use (e.g. office website bio), but I know nothing about the process. [more inside]
Now It Stands For "Oh, Bollocks!"
O.B. tampons - my personal favorite, as well as that of many, many menstru-ees - have mysteriously disappeared. Every OTHER tampon I've encountered has been inferior crap. HALP! [more inside]
posted by julthumbscrew at 10:35 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by julthumbscrew at 10:35 AM PST - 49 comments
How Do Groups Change
How do groups change? Specifically, I have two questions. First, I'm interested in when a group of friends or like minded people who are doing something casually decide to adopt a "mission" and then realize they need to get more serious about logistics, fundraising, accountability, liability, etc. [more inside]
Think of it as a PO Box for your phone...
PrivacyFilter -- Please help me find a way to keep my personal phone number hidden from prying eyes. [more inside]
posted by kensch at 9:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by kensch at 9:35 AM PST - 7 comments
This isn't so awesome...
Why won't Awesome Note sync with my Evernote account? [more inside]
What kind of lizard am I least likely to inadvertently kill?
We'd like to get a pet lizard and preferably not kill it. That's my starting point, and I need help moving forward. [more inside]
posted by bibliowench at 9:22 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by bibliowench at 9:22 AM PST - 21 comments
Help with contracts and such for freelancing?
I've got a side coding project coming up, and I need help to figure out the logistics of getting paid for it. Are there standard contracts for this sort of thing, or places where I can get a contract written up? Should I do it as a 1099, or should I attempt to incorporate myself - and if so, how do I go about that? [more inside]
ANSI to get this Unicode converted to ANSI
Normally when I would convert a Unicode file to ANSI, I just bust open Notepad++ and use it's handy-dandy Convert option, but now I've got some MASSIVE text files that can't be opened by Notepad++! [more inside]
posted by antonymous at 8:52 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by antonymous at 8:52 AM PST - 20 comments
Weird BSOD on Acer Aspire 3100 Laptop
Picking up Acer Aspire 3100 Notebook causes blue screen of death! [more inside]
What is the quickest way to filter advertisements in Gmail?
What is the quickest way to filter advertisements in Gmail? [more inside]
posted by suburbanrobot at 7:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by suburbanrobot at 7:34 AM PST - 8 comments
How can I get e-mail notification of my Google Contacts' birthdays?
What's the best way to get e-mail notification of my Google Contacts' birthdays?
posted by grouse at 7:24 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by grouse at 7:24 AM PST - 12 comments
What's the best way to turn DVDs into cash?
What's the best way to get rid of my DVD collection in the UK? [more inside]
posted by dougrayrankin at 6:50 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by dougrayrankin at 6:50 AM PST - 8 comments
Am I being irrational?
I'm about to buy a Panasonic TC-P42U2 plasma flat-panel TV (Amazon, Newegg) As you can see, buying from Newegg will cost me $100 more than buying from Amazon, yet I'm tempted to do just that since Newegg has an unimpeachable customer service record. Am I crazy? [more inside]
Technical term related to measuring targets
What is the technical term for people working to meet a target, not the thing the target is trying to measure? [more inside]
Stripping non-alphanumerics in a UTF8 friendly way
My users are likely to enter "oo-11" in a form field when saving data, but search for "oo11" or "o-o11". The hyphen is not important to the data itself. To keep things tidy, I strip the hyphen when saving the data, and strip the hyphen from the search term. I now have a problem with that system. [more inside]
December 30
What is it like to be a hospice volunteer?
What is it like to be a hospice volunteer? [more inside]
Conversation blues
I have social anxiety. I do horribly with face-to-face conversations. What are some things that hold your attention in FTF conversations and what tends to drive you away? [more inside]
Picky person looking for the perfect exercise activity.
I'm having trouble finding exercises that will work for me in the long term. Perhaps you know someone who has been in a similar situation. Inside:
Health issues and personality to take into account. [more inside]
I'm 35 years old. I'm funny, smart, beautiful. I make good money and have a lot of friends. But I've never been in love, nor has anyone told me they loved me. Forever Alone?
I'm 35 years old. I'm funny, smart, beautiful. I make good money and have a lot of friends. But I've never been in love, nor has anyone told me they loved me. Forever Alone? [more inside]
posted by boostershot at 9:35 PM PST - 95 comments
posted by boostershot at 9:35 PM PST - 95 comments
"Full Episodes"....where do I find them?
I want to discover more "full episodes", need suggestions! [more inside]
posted by naplesyellow at 9:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by naplesyellow at 9:31 PM PST - 11 comments
New Year's in Chicago
ChicagoFilter: What are some unusual, inexpensive Chicago events for New Year's Eve? [more inside]
Is this empty-nest role reversal normal? How can I stop it!??
I have weird feelings of guilt/empty-nest role reversal?? My parents are relatively young (dad is 54, mom is 57), and I just moved out a few months ago 500 miles away, and I am scared to death that something is going to happen to them and I won't be there to save them. Is this psychological torture completely crazy? [more inside]
Bodily functions in fiction.
What are some interesting, particularly well-written or unusual fictional depictions of 'bodily functions'? [more inside]
My MacBook Pro died!
My MacBook Pro stopped working two days ago. I turned it on one day and all it did was you heard the fan running, the disc drive in motion, and the light at the front lit (and lit solid when the lid is closed). Screen is off and there is no chime. [more inside]
Any way to get grout residue off of hardwood?
Any tips for getting grout residue off of hardwood floors? Some previous owners of my house had carpeting in the living room, and tiles that they placed around the fireplace hearth (tiles were 1/4" thick and brick-like, in case anyone cares). I removed the carpet and the tiles to reveal the hardwood floors underneath, which is in fairly good shape in most areas. Except right around the fireplace where some white residue remains from where the tiles were. Is there anyway to reduce or remove this completely other than refinishing? Or should I just put an area rug over it until that time comes? [more inside]
posted by weathergal at 8:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by weathergal at 8:10 PM PST - 9 comments
Fire, Smoke and Water in my apartment
Crappy New Year! What to salvage when returning to an apartment that has post-fire water damage? Give me some tips! [more inside]
Where to go when visiting the Oregon Coast?
For anyone who has traveled or lived on the Oregon Coast: Planning a special vacation for my best friend and I driving the coast of Oregon. Looking for suggestions on places to visit, places to eat or listen to music, and of course places to stay. [more inside]
posted by gypseefire at 7:49 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by gypseefire at 7:49 PM PST - 24 comments
I need a database of exercise images that are NOT copyright protected.
I need a database of exercise images that are NOT copyright protected because I'd like to create my own exercise hand-outs and can't draw. [more inside]
Crash course in computer science.
How do I gain a good understanding (both macro and micro) of the modern computer/internet/electronics? [more inside]
What are these nuts?
What to do with many small amounts of paint?
I just bought a house across the street from a Home Depot, all of the walls are white, and I'm indecisive. Please help me use up my many paint samples. [more inside]
Help me identify this song from the Imus Show
Help me identify a new country song I heard about a month ago on the Don Imus show. [more inside]
posted by ThisIsNotMe at 6:35 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ThisIsNotMe at 6:35 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I watch the Canadian show "Ice Pilots NWT"?
How can I watch the TV show "Ice Pilots NWT?" without going to Canada? In general, how can I access TV shows that aren't on iTunes, Netflix, or my cable service? [more inside]
posted by eeby at 6:08 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by eeby at 6:08 PM PST - 9 comments
Baby Development Questions
Will a picky baby be a picky toddler? Will a baby who will eat anything be a toddler who'll eat anything? Are the two linked at all? [more inside]
What is the "gamey" taste in meat?
I don't notice anything particularly distinctive about the flavour of so-called game meats. Why do some people say they taste so different? [more inside]
if you pitch creative web proposals, what high-level information and tasks are most important to you?
What is the most important information for someone who pitches web proposals to clients to have at a glance? what sort of actions would a dashboard displaying this info need to support? [more inside]
posted by canine epigram at 5:18 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by canine epigram at 5:18 PM PST - 2 comments
Email Marketing Input
Wanted some input on a career in email marketing. [more inside]
posted by Peeekay at 5:08 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Peeekay at 5:08 PM PST - 8 comments
What is the easiest way to draw a floor plan and to get basic working drawings for a home rehab?
Architects, builders, and engineers -- what is the best software for drawing up a basic set of floor plans? What's the most cost-effective way to get a set of working drawings for a basic house rehab? [more inside]
posted by slidell at 5:05 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by slidell at 5:05 PM PST - 10 comments
NAC makes me vomit
I'm in a research trial testing if N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC - an antioxidant) has a beneficial effect on mood (etc.) I started taking the NAC last night (on an empty stomach), and vomited twice upon awakening. I just had another dose, with lunch, and vomited again. I feel fine apart from this, and I read that NAC can cause nausea / vomiting. Should I keep on trucking, i.e., will my body get used to the substance? The research clinic is closed until second week of Jan! [more inside]
NYC NYE party with grime and soul?
hi, looking for a party with this (is that grime?)
and some soul music for me lady (and me), in NY Brooklyn preferably. & while we I are dreaming, in walking distance of south park slope (ha, likely I know)..and cheeeeaaaaap..
any suggestions?
thanks,
cc
Legal live-TV online?
Is it possible to create legal online service live-streaming over-the-air TV channels in US? [more inside]
My phone's too smooth!
How do I rough up my mobile phone? [more inside]
Help me find the perfect volunteer job.
Help me find the perfect organization to volunteer for. I am in Toronto and have certain goals in mind but am not sure where to direct my efforts. [more inside]
To accept or not to accept?
I've received a linkedin invitation from someone I have never met and have a dubious connection with. I'm relatively new to linkedin myself, so I'm not sure of the etiquette in this situation. [more inside]
posted by lockstitch at 3:55 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by lockstitch at 3:55 PM PST - 12 comments
Bring the Karaoke Box home!
I've caught karaoke fever. What are my best options for a karaoke player setup at home? I'm looking for more of a karaoke box setup where participants are able to enter a number on a remote to add a song to the queue or to use a laptop to remotely add songs, rather than a bar-style KJ setup that needs maintenance. Would be interested in either software or hardware solutions <$200. I can figure out the audio, but the software options are vexing!
What to do with lots of Amaretto?
I have loads of Amaretto - please give me ideas for using it! [more inside]
XBox security questions
How exactly does XBox account security work? Our 360 was stolen in November. We haven't bought a replacement yet, but we did change the password on the Live account associated with the console immediately. We just noticed that within the last few days, our gamertag has logged on and has been playing games, buying avatar items with points we already had, etc. WTF? [more inside]
What was this bizarre song
Can you help me find a techno/electronica song I heard in a taxi in Armenia? The only lyrics were "Sex, Beer, Craving." [more inside]
Where's the Cthulhu Plush doll of seasonal renewal?
I'm looking for a "Spring Time" themed Cthulhu Plush doll.
I want a plush Cthulhu for every season. I have a Summer themed one, a Winter themed one, and an Autumn themed one, but I'm lacking a Spring themed one. [more inside]
posted by bswinburn at 2:58 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bswinburn at 2:58 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me start my new job on the right foot.
I’ll be starting a new job in January. What advice do you have for me? [more inside]
Looking For a Specific Alternative History Site
I am looking for a specific website about alternative history. Users of the site could submit counterfactuals and begin a speculative timeline of events based upon this divergence. Other users could contribute to this timeline as well. If the moderators felt that someone's contribution didn't fit the tone of the timeline, they would create a new divergence, leading to a timeline tree. [more inside]
What to do with ripe but frozen persimmons?
I have 7 very ripe hachiya persimmons in my freezer, frozen solid. They were READY TO EAT! when I got them (all delicious and snotty), but had to go out of town for the holidays and didn't know what else to do with them. Now I'm back and at a loss as to how to proceed. Can I thaw them? Will they shatter my blender as-is? I've made ice cream with persimmons before, but am still fairly new to this glorious fruit, so all suggestions are welcome.
A man and his hair are soon parted
Dear Ask Me, I have been growing my hair for 3 years, with a goal of donating to wigs for kids (gets wigs to young people with permanent hair loss, as in alopecia, and burn victims), this year I topped their requirement for a foot in length; I want your tips of ensuring the best possible preservation of the hair. I have kept it maintained, but I am hoping there is a "final stretch" treatment that will make it in top shape for donating (not necessarily 'shine', or looks, but strength, and fortitude). [more inside]
Party for 5 or 50
Have you ever had an open house dinner party? How would I go about this? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 2:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 2:11 PM PST - 7 comments
Dystopic Mental Reprogramming Filter?
Dystopic Mental Reprogramming Filter?: When I was about 10 years old (1987) in Los Angeles, my mother sent me to some kind of "therapy" which involved me laying in a small, completely dark room, on strange tables (one rotated, one moved in sort of elliptical motions, I think one clanged back and forth--I was on one kind of table during each visit), with one ear plug in, and listening to discordant sounds like clanging scraping silverware. I don't know how long this went on, but I think it was over the course of some months. [more inside]
Stop those tears
Help me be able to talk about relationship issues without unproductively bursting into tears. [more inside]
Okay, I'm stumped and my tech friend is stumped. Maybe you won't be?
Why does my computer believe that all sites aside from Google Mail and Google Talk do not exist?
Dell running Windows Vista, virus-protected and up-to-date. Firefox 3.6.13 displays GMail and GChat but loads only a blank white page for all other sites; IE gives me "this page cannot be displayed" for every site I checked, including GMail. The admin account (my primary account) is the only account affected; I can log into a guest account and see the entire internet. [more inside]
posted by athenasbanquet at 1:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by athenasbanquet at 1:56 PM PST - 10 comments
Grapes + Creativity in the Kitchen =?
What should I do with 2.20 lbs of grapes? [more inside]
posted by miss-lapin at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by miss-lapin at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
Advice about iAntiVirus?
I'm running a MacBook Pro with OSX 10.6.5 and am thinking of loading iAntiVirus. Does anyone out there have any experience with, or advice about, this program?
Rival Alkaline Fenix Trios 182
Best of one/two hit wonder c.2000 emo fodder filter. [more inside]
NYE in LA?
How can I find out what's going on in LA on New Years Eve/Day? [more inside]
posted by fake at 1:23 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by fake at 1:23 PM PST - 12 comments
I Do Not "Like" This, Spam I Am
Facebook fiasco filter! I foolishly clicked on a link someone posted on my Facebook wall that said: "YOU will NEVER TEXT again after seeing THIS insane video!! on CLICK HERE TO SEE." Now it shows as a Wall Post from my account stating that I "like" it. How to remove? [more inside]
posted by Oriole Adams at 1:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Oriole Adams at 1:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Can I be a beach bum on Lake Huron?
What's the pleasure boating like on Saginaw Bay and Lake Huron? [more inside]
posted by supercapitalist at 1:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by supercapitalist at 1:11 PM PST - 5 comments
LEGOS!
This question about Legos prompted me to ask my Lego-related question. [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 1:08 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dfriedman at 1:08 PM PST - 11 comments
How can the size of a potential market be accurately estimated?
How can I conduct research into whether or not there would be any interest for a paid tutorial website? [more inside]
Domo arigato, Mr. Walkman
My dad went to Japan and all I got was this lousy digital media player. No, wait, it's fabulous! But wait, it's all in JAPANESE. Halp! [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:14 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:14 PM PST - 12 comments
What is this song called.
What is the name of that song that has lyrics like "Becky was a choir girl, down in Costa Rica, Susan was a fire-fighter way out west in Chico"? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 12:09 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 12:09 PM PST - 13 comments
Help a foodie survive a bland diet!
Bland Diet -- tips and recipes for surviving. My sweetie has severe acid reflux -- about as bad as acid reflux can get. So he has to stick to a bland diet for the foreseeable future. This is particularly hard on him because he is a real foodie and enjoys eating out. The doctor did not give him really specific instructions for what or what not to eat. Somethings are obvious -- no citrus, no alcohol, no chocolate. But some things are less obvious -- since it's meant to be low fat is butter okay? [more inside]
Just pick a camera for me so I don't have to! Please!!
Yet another "pick a camera for me" question. Details inside. [more inside]
What are some quality short-scale guitars?
What are some quality short-scale (22") guitars in the ~$400 range? [more inside]
Creating opportunities for homeless youth
I work at a non-profit that serves at-risk and homeless youth in the Bay Area. My program specifically supports youth in finding sustainable employment and provides ongoing job and career coaching. I need help understanding how to interface with large corporations since I have never worked in that environment. More inside. [more inside]
Can a chirpractor fix my impinged shoulder?
Should I see a chiropractor for my shoulder impingement syndrome? Anyone have any experience with “Active Release Techniques”? [more inside]
complicated relationship
sorry, very long...need relationship advice and I feel like I have no place to go. [more inside]
[fungusfilter] another unidentified fungus, this one with shiny translucent beads
Any idea what this fungus is? Found in northwestern PA.
Elearning?
How can I learn to create elearning products? [more inside]
posted by Wolfster at 11:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Wolfster at 11:02 AM PST - 4 comments
Private room karaoke in Las Vegas?
Private room karaoke in Las Vegas? [more inside]
All the World's a Sunny Day - Oh Yeah!
Thanks to this post, I've learned I really love Kodachrome. I also love photos of 40s-60s American cities - the clothes, the ads, the old cars, the whole thing. Where can I find good Kodachrome prints of American cities - preferably ones I can have printed myself and/or reasonably buy?
Were Luke & Leia the hotties of their day?
Were Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill (who played Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars Trilogy) considered really "good-looking" in the 70's? [more inside]
posted by Sully at 10:34 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by Sully at 10:34 AM PST - 42 comments
Death, Taxes, and my LLC
My LLC is going legit January 1st in Michigan. I'm a brand new business owner in an economically depressed state and I'm starting to turn a profit which means dealing with taxes and the IRS. I'm young, I don't know anything about business taxes, and I'm somewhat frustrated at how painful this is for a new business owner who just wants to pay his fair share. I have an accountant who I know is really good, but I need to know kind of the general picture of what is happening so I can stay on top of things. I don't want to throw it all on the accountant and I want to be proactive. [more inside]
What exactly do you do to "work on a relationship"
I want to salvage my relationship but am not really sure of the nuts and bolts of rebuilding trust and commitment. If we want to be able to say we gave it our best shot, what does that look like in practical terms? [more inside]
Device that makes mp3s sound deeper, richer, etc.
I found and immediately lost a link the other day that talked about a device that made mp3s sound richer, deeper, perhaps like vinyl (or at least not as compressed as they truly are). It was a rather simple device and the article talked about one brand as low as $150. I don't expect anyone to find the exact page especially as I am not being too descriptive. It was on an audiophile site and was recommended...not one of those 'buy this cheapie/crap product that screws up your music' sort of thing. If anyone knows what I am talking about or has something else that they know that works for improving mp3 sound through stereo, I'm interested. Pardon me for the nebulous post. It is the best my brain can recall. Thanks for your techie/audiophile input.
posted by snap_dragon at 9:53 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 9:53 AM PST - 23 comments
How to organize XHTML/CSS before even starting to code?
Web Design noob here: is there a standard strategy for planning XHTML/CSS structure before you start coding? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Toad at 9:46 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Ms. Toad at 9:46 AM PST - 18 comments
Can I use iPhone 4 micro sim in iPhone 3G?
I dropped my iPhone 4 into water, and following some instructions I found online, it's currently drying out in a bag of rice. I have an old iPhone 3G that I want to use. I tried putting sim card from iPhone 4 into iPhone 3G, but they're of different sizes. I can probably hack it together (like from this tutorial: http://hijinksinc.com/2010/05/14/using-a-micro-sim-in-an-iphone-3g/), but will this work with AT&T?
posted by ant345 at 9:38 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ant345 at 9:38 AM PST - 7 comments
Songs like Intro by the xx?
I'm looking for songs similar to "Intro" by the xx. The vocals on the rest of the album weren't my style, but I really like the ambient, building, (mostly) instrumental sound of that one track. Schiller has a lot of similar songs I like as well.
Can someone explain the charges that Khodorkovsky was convicted on?
TrialFilter: Can someone explain the charges that Khodorkovsky was convicted on?
What cartoon is this?
[80s French-speaking cartoon filter] A series/episode where a young boy trying to reunite with his party is stranded alone on a hostile planet at the end of a show. What was it? [more inside]
posted by knz at 9:03 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by knz at 9:03 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I feel better about my boyfriend not wanting to live together?
My boyfriend of 3.5 years doesn't want to live with me yet, and I'm incredibly hurt by that. Please help me think about this in a more constructive way, and help me move on from toxic thoughts about his lack of desire to live with me. [more inside]
posted by superlibby at 8:44 AM PST - 50 comments
posted by superlibby at 8:44 AM PST - 50 comments
Alternatives to PayPal
What Alternatives to PayPal have you used buying, selling, donating? What are the pros and cons? Was it a viable alternative? In a perfect world this should be an international service; Does such exist?
Internet in rural Belgium...
What is the best option for mobile internet in Belgium for one month? [more inside]
Arouse me while I hack, please.
Can you recommend some sexy, titillating, frank, and intelligent sex-related podcasts? Maybe with a kinky bent, even. Queer-friendly a must. [more inside]
Should I break up with him?
Am I making the right decision about breaking up with my boyfriend? [more inside]
Testing for Central Auditory Processing Disorders in Young Children?
How do you navigate the tangled maze of getting your child tested for a learning disability (specifically a suspected case of Central Auditory Processing Disorder) in Chicago or north Chicago suburbs? Or even find a trusted professional to evaluate your child? [more inside]
Six Months til D-Day.
Getting Divorced. No money. No job. SO is generous enough to give me 6 mos. before I have to leave the house. Freaking out. What are the most productive actions I can take? [more inside]
In search of a calendar template
Where can I find a template for a printable page-a-day photo calendar? [more inside]
Do you like your phone? Tell me about it!
I'm looking for a cheapish mobile phone that can do basic internet chores (facebook, email, basic web stuff). I can't afford a smartphone or the monthly contract that comes with them. I am in the UK. Do you have a phone in this category that you like/hate? What would you recommend? Extensive information about my personal needs and whims follows: [more inside]
posted by nowonmai at 6:55 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nowonmai at 6:55 AM PST - 7 comments
"Guys, other teachers may glossed over this evolution thing, so today..."
What's the best way to financially support of evolution education in Kansas? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt at 6:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ignignokt at 6:45 AM PST - 6 comments
Will Lightroom be enough?
I'm thinking of buying Adobe Lightroom because it's pretty cheap with the educational discount but I don't have Photoshop (I'm unwilling to drop that much cash), am I doing the right thing? I'm a total noob so bear with me... [more inside]
Is there a list of the members of congress against Wojnarowicz?
Does anyone know where I can find a list of the ubiquitous "several conservative members of congress" who recently spoke out against the clip from David Wojnarowicz's "A Fire In My Belly" video at the National Portrait Gallery? [more inside]
not now ambien walrus
I accidentally took Ambien this morning rather than a thyroid pill. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals at 6:30 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by quadrilaterals at 6:30 AM PST - 24 comments
Vietnamese book
Help me find/purchase a Vietnamese book [more inside]
historical chronology
What historical chronologies on the internet are available for free. [more inside]
Jean Marie
My jeans fit in the changing room, and then spend the next three months constantly falling off my hips. How can I find jeans that fit? [more inside]
go stow my lego
I have a relatively small amount of lego that I keep in a (12 X 14 X 8") bin which I'd like to store in something a little more organizeable for convenient building. [more inside]
Should you criticise your current workplace when talking to prospective employers?
My husband is thinking of leaving his job after nine months to escape a boss from hell. Would criticising what's happening in his workplace be a help or a hindrance when talking to prospective employers? [more inside]
Pakistani cookbook
Are there any acid-free diet sodas?
I just learned that I have 2 cavities and I am guessing it's because I switched to drinking a lot of diet soda since my last dentist visit.
Are there any diet sodas that are not acidic? (both caffeinated and uncaffeinated).
If all diet sodas are acidic then is it possible to make kool-aid with a fake sugar and then carbonate it using a carbonator? How would that taste? Would that be ok for my teeth?
December 29
Licensing a song for a commercial?
I've been approached by a marketing company to see if I would be willing to license one of my songs in a commercial, and I have a few questions. [more inside]
posted by Quartermass at 11:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Quartermass at 11:47 PM PST - 12 comments
Fractional coffee brewing
Exactly how are the first drips of coffee different than the last? Chemistry welcomed. [more inside]
Canadian Law School Scholarships
What scholarships are available to students entering a Canadian law school in September 2011? [more inside]
Please help my smart 14 year old turn off her brain and sleeeeeep.....
About 30 years ago, I had a cassette tape I used to help me go to sleep as an adolescent boy. It was relaxing music with an over-dub male vocal telling me to tense, then relax, muscle groups from my head to my toes. I would like to find it again now, to help my early teen daughter sleep. Does this ring a bell with anyone? [more inside]
Why did my Airport stop working?
Quite suddenly, my modem works if I plug it into a machine, but not when I plug it into an Airport Express. Comcast says it's not their fault. Any idea what's going on? Every detail I can think of is inside. [more inside]
posted by jaybeans at 9:42 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jaybeans at 9:42 PM PST - 12 comments
Analysis of Scott Walker's The Drift
I'm looking for intelligent analysis, commentary, criticism of Scott Walker's The Drift. [more inside]
posted by naju at 9:29 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by naju at 9:29 PM PST - 3 comments
Do one's political beliefs figure into a top secret security clearance?
If I am offered a government job that requires a top secret security clearance what kind of risk am I taking that I won't pass and won't get to keep the job? [more inside]
posted by Prayless at 8:32 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Prayless at 8:32 PM PST - 20 comments
Kill your television. Collateral damage?
We've decided to jettison the television. How will this affect our 2.5-year-old son in his interactions with his friends going forward? [more inside]
What bioluminescent insect was this? And no, LSD is not an answer.
What strange insect did I set that lit up bright orange and flew around the Ecuadorian cloud forest? [more inside]
posted by buckaroo_benzai at 7:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by buckaroo_benzai at 7:59 PM PST - 9 comments
Will Consult for Cappuccinos
Many of my friends work in digital media and advertising and I've often helped them brainstorm. But lately I'm receiving more and more requests from strangers who know me from my writing or various websites and want to get together to discuss whatever "big project" they are working on. [more inside]
definitely a bug not a feature
Can you tell me what type of bug/beetle this is? [more inside]
posted by cestmoi15 at 7:19 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by cestmoi15 at 7:19 PM PST - 9 comments
Meddling coworker.
Under pressure dinner love
Give me your best pressure cooker recipes or links to websites you like to use for pressure cooker dinners! No desserts though please.
Books Like the Movie L.A. Confidential
What books (not by James Ellroy) are like the movie L.A. Confidential? [more inside]
posted by kirkaracha at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by kirkaracha at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Fashion Victim white boots
Suburban Dining suggestions in Southeastern PA
Suburban dining filter, looking for good restaurants to enjoy a nice night out but not super-expensive, Philadelphia suburbs like Kennett Square, Paoli, or anywhere midway between Moorestown, NJ and Chadds Ford PA. Other requirements and details within. [more inside]
posted by forthright at 5:18 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by forthright at 5:18 PM PST - 7 comments
A journey to focus
I have been thinking about treating the ADHD I thought I was diagnosed with 5 years ago with medication.
Two Parts: What do the scores on this ADHD assessment mean?
And, does anyone know a thorough neuro-psychologist or psychologist in SF that you would recommend to help me on this journey?
Name that moth
Paris hotel recommendation
Hotel recommendations in Paris. [more inside]
What the heck do I wear to work?
How to best build a man's wardrobe for a relatively short internship? [more inside]
BP in single digits?
Blood pressure measurement in single digits? [more inside]
What's must-see in New Orleans?
I'm going to New Orleans next week for a conference. What do I need to know? [more inside]
Dresses/ shirts for leggings
Where can I buy short dresses or tunic shirts to layer with leggings? [more inside]
Can I buy a warranty for a used car?
If I buy a used car at a private sale, are there mechanics that sell warranties for this car? [more inside]
Mac Mini suddenly stopped working with my tv via HDMI
I've been using a Mac Mini plugged into my Panasonic HD tv for a little less than a year. A few nights ago I watched a tv show on it, then had a party, and now when I turn it on the screen is black. [more inside]
Help me identify an acoustic guitar
Help me identify an acoustic guitar [more inside]
Welcome to my dungeon...
Have you ever painted interior brick? Should I? [more inside]
posted by Knowyournuts at 2:12 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Knowyournuts at 2:12 PM PST - 29 comments
Seriously, my X1600 is cooking my lap, here.
Mandated Slavery in the Confederacy?
Did the Constitution of the Confederate States of America mandate the institution of slavery in its territories? More information, and my own layman's examination of the Confederate Constitution, within. [more inside]
Is that you, Pedobear?
Why would my sister's teddy bear have a crotch full of beads? [more inside]
posted by two or three cars parked under the stars at 1:35 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by two or three cars parked under the stars at 1:35 PM PST - 18 comments
How to pick eco-friendly insulation?
Does anyone have comparison info between UltraTouch and T.A.P. (Thermal-acoustical-pest control) insulation? [more inside]
Onwards towards deslobification
Hairline threading in Boston or Philadelphia? [more inside]
Map decals for a 3 year old?
Help me create fun map pins/stickers for my toddler to learn with. [more inside]
posted by boulder20something at 1:07 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by boulder20something at 1:07 PM PST - 5 comments
Tiny Business Taxes for Software Sold
How should I be reporting Google Checkout and PayPal Express Checkout income and expenses to the IRS in 2011 for the 2010 tax year? [more inside]
posted by alana at 12:45 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by alana at 12:45 PM PST - 9 comments
Does Dragon Dictate or a digital voice recorder/transcription software work well with the writing process?
Any luck with Dragon Dictate for the Mac, Dragon for the Ipad, and/or software that can digitally transcribe from a digital voice recorder (olympus DS-5000? [more inside]
Help me find a circle scarf.
I want a circle scarf which I intend to wear thusly. Help me find the right one. [more inside]
posted by griphus at 12:40 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by griphus at 12:40 PM PST - 20 comments
Experience with Wealthfront?
Anyone have any experience with using or knowledge of Wealthfront (formerly Kaching)? [more inside]
Looking for a 14" or 15" Windows 7 laptop. Should I wait until Sandy Bridge makes its way out into the market or should I buy one now? Also, which should I buy? Details inside.
Looking for a 14" or 15" Windows 7 laptop. Should I wait until Sandy Bridge makes its way out into the market or should I buy one now? Also, which should I buy? Details inside. [more inside]
Car committed suicide
My friends 02 honda crv which she has taken immaculate care suddenly totaled itself. She has had every conceivable maintenance on time from the dealership and they say they cannot do anything to help. She either drops 5 grand on a new engine or buys a new car. Is there anything anyone can do? [more inside]
Can we make this work?
I told myself I would never post a relationship question, but here goes: My boyfriend had, what amounts to in my mind, an emotional affair that's been going on for the past 6 months. I need help deciding if this is worth salvaging. There are, of course, lots of details inside. [more inside]
There are eight other plagues I would prefer before boils.
Is there any way to help stop recurrences of MRSA infections? You are not my doctor, and a few unpleasant details inside. [more inside]
this is the most pressing issue in my life right now
In the last episode of The Office (Classy Christmas, Part 2), did Jim love or hate Pam's gift? [more inside]
Paid service to find lost subects of a study
To support a longitudinal study, looking for a paid internet service that will track down the current address and phone number of "lost people." [more inside]
Love comforter, hate feathers.
Has anyone invented a down comforter that doesn't spew feathers everywhere? Are these comforters available for purchase?
How to become a Lightroom master?
What's the best way to learn the ins and outs of Adobe Lightroom 3? [more inside]
Ink in Zurich?
I am visiting Zurich and want to purchase some fountain pen ink. I meant to bring some with me but at the last minute putting it in my luggage seemed like a mistake. The only ink I can find here is Caran D'Ache. Are there any retailers in and around Zurich with a broad selection of fountain pen ink? [more inside]
Baby gift that screams METAL!!!
We're in search of a metal (that would be "METAL!!!!" and not, you know, made of metal) baby gift. [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 10:15 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 10:15 AM PST - 29 comments
Help me experience NYC to the fullest, while I have the spare time.
I'm currently unemployed and living in New York City. I have a lot of spare time that I haven't really been taking advantage of — if you were in my situation, how would you explore/take in the city to the fullest? Note: I'm broke, so suggestions must be free or cheap. [more inside]
To BME or not to BME
I am planning on doing biomedical engineering next year as part of a coursework master's. What bio-related job and career options will I have? [more inside]
Best way to deal with travel chaos, canceled flights, etc.?
Best way to deal with travel chaos, canceled flights, etc.? [more inside]
I hate moving
What rights do I have as far as a landlord not letting me move in, at the last minute, on the scheduled day? I'm furious, inconvenienced, and am spending new year's trying not to trip over boxes. [more inside]
posted by ttyn at 9:57 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ttyn at 9:57 AM PST - 15 comments
More Than Scary Homeless & Drum Circles
Tell me why the Bay Area beats up New York so hard. Outside the weather. [more inside]
posted by dame at 9:46 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by dame at 9:46 AM PST - 25 comments
USPS assigning a PO Box without consent?
Can the US post office just assign you a PO box without your consent and refuse let you switch your mailing address to your home? [more inside]
posted by piratebowling at 9:39 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by piratebowling at 9:39 AM PST - 35 comments
Does an internal GPS device for tracking a laptop exist?
What I'm looking to find out is if there is an internal GPS device which can go in an empty slot in my laptop in order to track it should it be stolen? I found some services here (some links work, some don't), but I think they all use WiFi as a way of tracking, which, correct me if I'm wrong, would be a problem for me in rural parts of Asia. [more inside]
posted by gman at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gman at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Making iTunes Alternatives Work with iPod
Do I need to jailbreak the iPod Touch in order to use a non-iTunes media player to transfer songs to it? [more inside]
Step #1: Buy a Mortar and Pestle
Help me ID this b-movie from early 80's
Cheesy, early 80's flick set either in the present or near future where punks (outrageous makeup and outfits) played some sort of videogame tournament on platforms, in a darkly lit arcade w/ huge joysticks sticking upward from the floor. It wasn't a straight comedy as I think there was dire consequences for losing. Death or something. I think I remember somebody losing and trying to escape their fate by running away into a nearby room w/ a girl while the crowd freaked out. I can't remember a single actor from the film but I think I might have seen it on USA's "Night Flight".
I know I don't have much to go on but would love any/all help to figure this out. I've searched and searched but come up empty. Thank you!
posted by mwhyte72 at 8:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mwhyte72 at 8:26 AM PST - 8 comments
Private deathmatch on the Wii?
Do any Wii games allow for "private" (1-on-1 or small group) online deathmatch/conflict mode? [more inside]
2005 Toyota Corolla stalled on highway; battery cables; recall
Asking for a friend: "I've got a 2005 Corolla. That year/make is one of those selectively affected by the Toyota recall re: random stalling. I never received a notice that my car was affected, but I did buy (and transfer the title) fairly recently. Anyway, my car stalled--basically on the highway at rush hour..." [more inside]
Modify the threshold for playcount additions in iTunes?
Anyone know of a workaround that would enable someone to modify the point at which a song is counted as "fully played" in iTunes? [more inside]
Weight Watchers is making me sleepy!
Being on a diet is making me very tired. Will this go away as I get used to it or am I doomed to being tired until I inevitably give up on the diet? [more inside]
posted by ohio at 6:48 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by ohio at 6:48 AM PST - 19 comments
What to do with 5 boxes of Jaffa cakes (besides eat them all)
What should I do with 60 Jaffa Cakes? [more inside]
posted by Gordafarin at 6:48 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Gordafarin at 6:48 AM PST - 13 comments
Help us help our Lucian friends
How can we help the hurricane recovery effort in St. Lucia? [more inside]
posted by GodricVT at 6:37 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by GodricVT at 6:37 AM PST - 9 comments
news! news! news! news! news!
I'm going to the opera! Will I be able to see okay? What about when I get fidgety? What do I wear? [more inside]
posted by troika at 6:28 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by troika at 6:28 AM PST - 17 comments
Get rid of the email salutation?
Quarter Life Crisis, Redux
When I'm not in school, I feel like my life has totally dead-ended. I'm starting to think that stress and anxiety are the only things that motivate me. How do I stop delaying (and being terrified of) reality and finally become a real (adult) person? The details inside are super long, and I apologize for them in advance. [more inside]
posted by timory at 5:41 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by timory at 5:41 AM PST - 17 comments
Olive oil Shelf-life
I was given a bottle of homemade olive oil. How long will it last/does olive oil ever go bad?
How to get in touch with someone
Met guy at party, friends with him on facebook...how to get in contact with him? [more inside]
How do you get (emotionally) smart?
How do you increase your emotional intelligence? [more inside]
What Glasses Should a Two Year Old That Seems Fine Get, When The Specialists Say Confusing Things?
Doc says my 2 yr. old needs strong (+4.5-5.5) glasses. Doc #2 says +1.5 glasses. Kid sees perfectly fine... random MeFi strangers, help! [more inside]
Off to Glasgow
Tips for my 20 year old son's upcoming semester at the University of Glasgow? [more inside]
kindle.co.uk orkindle.com ?
[Kindle] Shall I register my brand new kindle on amazon.co.uk, amazon.com or amazon.it - or can i register it on all of them ? [more inside]
Ask Menswear: Where can I buy clothes online that fit my style requirements?
I'm trying to figure out if it's possible to buy reasonably priced mens clothing online. To be a little more specific, I am a college student who doesn't have a ton of money to spend, but I'd like to get the largest bang possible for my buck as far as clothes go. The sort of stuff I'm looking for fits somewhere on the spectrum between what Urban Outfitters has to offer, and what Tom Waits wears - if that makes any sense. I'm mostly covered in the pants department at the moment, so stuff like shirts, shoes, and socks are what I'm interested in. [more inside]
What's the most effective way to spend money on a new/used vehicle?
Should I purchase a new or used car? I can purchase outright or finance, but what would be the best for my situation? [more inside]
December 28
How can something hurt so much while looking like nothing at all?
What the hell did I do to my legs today? More specifically, what is the explanation for the aching, tender, swollen region on the outsides of my thighs? [more inside]
Do I really have to wear a sweater, scarf, and wool socks inside?
How warm should I expect to feel in a house as opposed to an apartment? Is it normal to be really cold for the first hour at home? Does everyone else have to wear sweaters inside all winter? [more inside]
posted by yarly at 9:42 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by yarly at 9:42 PM PST - 40 comments
Barbegal water wheel?
I want to build a model of the water wheel and gearing system as seen in this episode of James Burke's Connections. [more inside]
posted by Demogorgon at 9:38 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Demogorgon at 9:38 PM PST - 6 comments
My friends keep telling me to "just get laid" but it feels gross - what should I do?
Should I suck it up and get into a relationship with/sleep with someone I'm not really attracted to, to gain some relationship momentum (ie break the streak) and get over someone I can't have? [more inside]
posted by vilolagrl at 9:29 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by vilolagrl at 9:29 PM PST - 54 comments
Howick to Auckland City, New Zealand: Can we rely on public transport?
Howick to Auckland City, New Zealand: Can we rely on public transport? [more inside]
EDM scene and College?
Whats a good college with a good engineering program and is close to a large EDM (electronic dance music) scene? [more inside]
Do they care that I made sandwiches for a year?
Questions about what to put on the resume that I will be uploading as part of my grad school application to an MLIS program. [more inside]
Help me find a picture "rating" type website from a few years ago
Help me find a picture "rating" type website from a few years ago [more inside]
Need to get a package to Poughkeepsie by Monday!
Deadline for overnighting a package? [more inside]
It makes the actual flight seem better?
Why does Southwest Airlines choose not to use assigned seating on their flights? [more inside]
posted by palacewalls at 8:24 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by palacewalls at 8:24 PM PST - 35 comments
Is John Nash channeling von Hayek?
How original is John Nash's idea for "ideal money" where the world's currencies are fixed to a basket of commodities. Background information is here (briefly) and here (extended).
Options for archiving/exporting Gmail chat statuses or Gmail-integrated notetaking?
Am I overlooking any options for archiving/exporting Gmail chat statuses? Alternatively, are there any notetaking apps that are REALLY REALLY REALLY well-integrated with Gmail? [more inside]
I didn't know IT did THAT
What are some new uses for common objects? [more inside]
posted by HeyAllie at 8:13 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by HeyAllie at 8:13 PM PST - 15 comments
Looking for cognitively demanding real-time games
I'm looking for games that are highly cognitively intense; specifically, ones that require unbroken attention, accurate working memory, speedy responses / reactions, task switching, and other real-time skills.
(Examples below) [more inside]
Leaving grad school and getting a job in a different field?
Information about leaving grad school and getting a job in a different field. Help me figure out how to get my foot in the door. Long background and question follows. [more inside]
Planning the Most Epic Vacation
You live in Michigan and have two weeks off of work this summer. Where do you go and what do you do? [more inside]
How to start looking for summer farm jobs
I'm a college student and I want to work on a farm over the summer. [more inside]
posted by frnzks.a at 7:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by frnzks.a at 7:49 PM PST - 5 comments
How to connect a computer and TV wirelessly?
So I got a fancy new TV for Christmas, thing is, I'm completely TV illiterate. How do I connect my computer to the TV wirelessly? [more inside]
How do I operate this vintage calculator?
Help us practice what we preach.
How should a business that's about security set up its own secure communications? [more inside]
posted by woot at 7:11 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by woot at 7:11 PM PST - 15 comments
How do you trust someone you are just getting to know?
Started seeing a new guy very recently. I know for a fact that he had a a boyfriend when we met; however, he claims that things haven't been working out and that they're "taking a break." How do you know whether to believe someone if you haven't known them very long? [more inside]
I didn't realize your girlfriend was okay with us dating, too.
Why do people go on "dates" to "get to know" other people, but not mention that they already have a significant other? [more inside]
posted by patronuscharms at 7:07 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by patronuscharms at 7:07 PM PST - 33 comments
Missing person at La Guardia?
How to find a family member after a flight arrival? [more inside]
Jednakże oprócz malutkiej karteczki w trocinach ze słowami «To my, trociny», nie znaleziono nic.
I want to print with my Zink from my Mac
Please, please help me pair (or, more accurately: RE-pair) my Zink printer to a Macbook Pro via bluetooth. OSX 10.6.5 [more inside]
posted by dirtdirt at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by dirtdirt at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
Where do princesses on a budget stay in Fiji?
We're going to Fiji! Where can we find beautiful white beaches near Nadi without paying a fortune? For bonus points, make those beautiful beaches gay friendly. [more inside]
Contributing to the cause of peace
What can one person do to lessen the amount of war in the world, either with money or actions? [more inside]
Selling water(color) by the river?
Is there a way for me to sell or otherwise capitalize upon a novel Photoshop technique I devised? [more inside]
posted by overeducated_alligator at 6:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by overeducated_alligator at 6:05 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me choose an ILS for a really tiny library
An integrated library system (ILS) that is easy to use for a very, very small library? [more inside]
posted by k8lin at 6:03 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by k8lin at 6:03 PM PST - 8 comments
Seen an ad with a black midget buying gold?
There's this local ad i've seen several times in chicago, a black midget (dwarf? Little person?) wants to sell her gold, but is going to the wrong place. The Mr. T comes a long, picks her up and takes her to a different gold seller, which is apparently better. The ad ends with her happily counting a large stack of money.
Please tell me what this ad is for and where I can watch it at my leisure. I can't find it on youtube or google video. [more inside]
posted by njb at 5:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by njb at 5:46 PM PST - 5 comments
This is knot funny.
Horror stories do not make good bedtime stories.
Why do I read horror stories? Someone please explain it to me. [more inside]
posted by patheral at 5:06 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by patheral at 5:06 PM PST - 17 comments
How to sync bookmarks between flash drive and browser?
I want to save my bookmarks on a flash drive, and then sync them with anything I happen to bookmark in my browser throughout the day. Is this possible? [more inside]
I would like to hear from people who hated salads and then learned to love them.
I would like to hear from people who hated salads and then learned to love them. [more inside]
How to buy land in Ecuador safely
Hey, I'm an Aussie that wants to buy land or a house in Ecuador, is it safe, how do I protect myself, and where should I engage a solicitor for conveyancey - here or South America itself?
(*asking for a family member).
Help me learn how to cook!
Couch To 5K, but with cooking instead of running. I need help with even the most basic aspects of cooking because I know absolutely nothing. Where and how do I begin? [more inside]
Mystery congenital condition
A late friend of mine had a very rare genetic disability, which he never liked to go into great detail about. I'd like to know what it was. The condition had some very distinctive characteristics. [more inside]
posted by es_de_bah at 4:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by es_de_bah at 4:01 PM PST - 11 comments
What to know and where to buy emerald ring
What should I know about buying an emerald ring? Where should I buy it online or in the Dallas area? Please help [more inside]
Good bookshelves
Please don't tell me I'll have to print this photo book on Bible paper...
What is the best strategy for self publishing a very lengthy photo book? I'm looking for the sweet spot of quality and price. [more inside]
Can I live in SE Asia on $10-$15 per day?
Hi friends. Planning a RTW trip with no time limit. I have a good amount of funds set aside, but I'd really like to settle somewhere in SE Asia (prefer Thailand or Vietnam) for at least 3-6 months and survive on about $10-$15 per day. Is it possible for an American to find decent (i.e. not too dangerous or dirty) accommodation and eat at that price? I'm not including any party dollars (alcohol, night life etc) in that amount...just the basics to survive.
Would prefer to live near a city, or at least a small town...just not too far into the country side.
Also, I will be splitting the expenses with a friend.
Any useful experiences or knowledge to share?
Thanks.
Sticker paper
I'm looking for a sticker material that comes on a roll of waxy paper. [more inside]
posted by interrobang at 2:28 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by interrobang at 2:28 PM PST - 9 comments
Buying a property in White Horse Village, China
Where can I find information regarding property and purchasing within White Horse Village - Wuxi county in China? [more inside]
Meet me at the water cooler in three weeks?
I'm crushing on a coworker - what to do? Complication: extended business trip [more inside]
How many times can you split power from a light socket?
How many y-socket adapters can you string together into a single light bulb socket? [more inside]
posted by ish__ at 2:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ish__ at 2:18 PM PST - 12 comments
iPad apps for academics
What are the best iPad apps for scholars, particularly in the humanities? [more inside]
posted by dizziest at 2:10 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by dizziest at 2:10 PM PST - 8 comments
I want to play this game again, but don't know what it is! *sad face*
Help me track down an old arcade game, if you can... [more inside]
Phone/TV/Internet service you could not refuse?
I work for a smallish Phone/TV/Internet company. We believe our network is really the best available, and our service is great, but customers are leaving us at a higher rate than we would like. (not "We're doomed!" levels, but still more than we would like). We are trying to think of "outside the box" ideas to retain and potentially add customers. [more inside]
Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions
I'm filling in a background-check form for a US government job--Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions--and I'm confused. Help! [more inside]
Cracked microwave = fried gonads and melty brains!
My microwave has a hairline crack inside. Gonads will fry and brain will melt: [Y/N]? [more inside]
posted by Ky at 1:44 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Ky at 1:44 PM PST - 11 comments
Interview questions for a temporary position
What questions could I ask in an interview to determine if someone will be a good fit for a temporary data entry position? [more inside]
posted by dormouse at 1:42 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dormouse at 1:42 PM PST - 11 comments
If you sync files between multiple computers: How do you prevent headaches from forgetting to close files on one computer?
If you sync files between multiple computers: How do you prevent headaches from forgetting to close files on one computer? [more inside]
It's what the future looked like in 1999
Sanity check: I want to build a large external storage device. I have a tower that I'm not using. I don't want the tower for anything but its case. Can I just hook up hard drives (5 or more) to a hard switched PSU, run the data cables to a SATA port multiplier, then connect that to the eSATA port on my "server"? Oh, I have RAID questions too. [more inside]
posted by hwyengr at 1:06 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by hwyengr at 1:06 PM PST - 4 comments
help us grow up our appliances
help us get big kid kitchen appliances. [more inside]
What happens to Playmobil in the garage over time?
What does repeated freezing and thawing do to Playmobil and Lego? [more inside]
Export Delicious bookmarks without account access.
What's the best way of 'exporting' my delicious bookmarks without access to my account?
Help me not know what I just saw.
What are the most inexplicable internet videos you know of? [more inside]
Swapping SIM cards for European cell phone use. iPhone?
Help me get my hands on a cell phone that will work in Sweden, before I leave! GSM, SIM, micro-SIM, iPhones, oh my. [more inside]
posted by mokudekiru at 12:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mokudekiru at 12:25 PM PST - 6 comments
The love of money is the root of all evil.
My father-in-law may have pocketed part of a gift intended for my husband and his brother. But then again, maybe not! How can I navigate this situation with maximum tact and minimal drama? And more concretely, how does one write a thank-you note that gracefully specifies the exact amount of the gift? [more inside]
Mathfilter - Gaussian Curvature in Cylindrical Coordinates
Mathfilter - Need help with Gaussian curvature in cylindrical coordinates [more inside]
posted by cali59 at 12:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by cali59 at 12:15 PM PST - 2 comments
Happy New Year: You're Homeless!
A relative is set to become homeless in few days. I don't know how to help, if I even can, or whether I should. Help me help him help himself. [more inside]
balmain watches?
Anyone know about 'Balmain' watches? I'm trying to figure out what price range this might have been bought at last year, I don't have a model number and the manual just says "ETA G15.211" which I think is the internal quartz movement. image [more inside]
posted by the mad poster! at 12:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by the mad poster! at 12:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Insurance for an Indoor Playground?
What are the commercial liability insurance needs for indoor, for-profit playgrounds? Can anyone paint a picture of general policy needs, costs, etc? [more inside]
What Enclosure Does this Hard Drive Need?
I received an internal hard drive as a Xmas present and I would like to use it as an external hard drive. What enclosure should I buy? [more inside]
posted by Julnyes at 11:24 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Julnyes at 11:24 AM PST - 12 comments
Powdered wigs BUT NO GUILLOTINES
I'm looking for English language historical romances set in France during the early to mid 18th century, that are not in any way involved with the French Revolution. [more inside]
What to get the boy who has everything?
What should I buy for myself? Help me buy myself something by telling me about your favorite Christmas gift that you received this year. [more inside]
posted by QueerAngel28 at 11:15 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by QueerAngel28 at 11:15 AM PST - 25 comments
New age fun with a vintage feel.
I shoot film: please recommend 35mm point-and-shoot cameras so I can be cute and vintage and portable to boot. [more inside]
In the market for a new (well, new to me) car! Don't even know where to start...
In the market for a new (well, new to me) car! Don't even know where to start... [more inside]
posted by lovableiago at 10:46 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by lovableiago at 10:46 AM PST - 21 comments
Felo de se and temporary insanity
In the United States in the 1870s and 1880s, what would have been the practical difference between a suicide being adjudged committed during a fit of temporary insanity, and having it be part, say, of a planned suicide pact? [more inside]
posted by LucretiusJones at 10:34 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by LucretiusJones at 10:34 AM PST - 4 comments
when you hear yourself chew, is that noise as loud as it is inside your skull ?
when you hear yourself chew, is that noise as loud as it is inside your skull ? [more inside]
Film Quality "Breakpoints"?
Are there major concrete breakpoints in film quality/style over there years? Or are these more to do with the film to video conversion (I watch movies on television). Or are these perceived changes based on my historical memory? [more inside]
My frame!
Tire Center replaced my car's license plate frame without my consent or knowledge, and I'm angry! [more inside]
Sigma vs. Canon
Sigma 18-125mm f/3.8-5.6 AF DC OS HSM vs. Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, besides the obvious zoom range differences is the Canon really worth twice the Sigma? I've checked a number of reviews and it doesn't look like the Canon's advantage is as clear cut as the price would suggest.
My idea of just giving everyone beanbags was ignored.
What kind of table do I want and where can I get it? We've been unhappy with our dining table for some time now, it's too big (tall), it scratches easy, and seems to require near constant care because it's also serving as two people's work table. I'm looking for a small informal table that can work easily as a dining table and a work desk. Is there a name for the kind of table I want and where can I find it in the NYC area. Details follow. [more inside]
What to do with half a bag of whole fresh cranberries
I have half a bag of whole fresh cranberries. What dessert or appetizer can I make? [more inside]
posted by SarahbytheSea at 9:45 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by SarahbytheSea at 9:45 AM PST - 22 comments
Rehearsal Dinner in Boise ID
Veggie dinning options for 50+ people in Boise Id? [more inside]
Iron-Bound Books: Fact or Fiction?
Did "iron-bound books" ever exist? If they're a modern idea, has anyone gone ahead and made these? If they are completely non-existent, where did this notion originate? [more inside]
posted by curious nu at 9:31 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by curious nu at 9:31 AM PST - 18 comments
Guess what my resolution is
It's New years time again...Let's talk about getting healthy. [more inside]
posted by doorsfan at 9:30 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by doorsfan at 9:30 AM PST - 15 comments
Point and click adventure games that are appropriate for my smart yet skittish 10 year old?
My 10-year old daughter likes the idea of video games, but doesn't like twitch play, games where you can die, or "scary parts". So... most of them. I stumbled across a review of Drawn and got it for her for Christmas on a whim. It has been a huge hit! I know there is another Drawn title, but I'm looking for more point and click adventure titles to play afterward. [more inside]
posted by lilnublet at 9:24 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by lilnublet at 9:24 AM PST - 31 comments
slipping a disc
CD drive won't rip CDs, will barely play songs. Help! [more inside]
Would it be lame or wrong to copy my friend's business idea?
I want to start a copycat business based on an old friend's new startup. Would this be totally lame? [more inside]
What car should we get?
What car should we get? [more inside]
more-programmable slow cooker? Recommendations for vegetarian hardware?
Best programmable slow cooker for a vegetarian? Do any exist which will _start_ cooking at a predefined time? Anybody care to comment on the Hamilton Beach programmable slow cooker? [more inside]
Any recommendations for real estate agent/lawyer/inspector in Indiana?
Indiana Real Estate - can you recommend any real estate professionals (buyer's agent, good inspector, or lawyer)? [more inside]
Art in the 4th dimension?
Do any visual artists work in 4 or more dimensions? Who are they, and what does their work look like? [more inside]
posted by tnygard at 8:31 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by tnygard at 8:31 AM PST - 16 comments
Portable External Hard Drive
Can someone recommend a good, fast, robust 1TB Portable External Hard Drive. [more inside]
You're in my urine?
What's that funny stuff floating in my pee, and is it related to this other issue? TMI inside. [more inside]
I am looking for the best information about hip flexibility.
I am looking for a web site or book that someone here can recommend detailing ALL major stretches for the hips and lower body that also shows anatomical diagrams of exactly what is being stretched by the stretches. I have seen some good stuff on the net, but i am looking for a complete list with anatomical diagrams. If it is only hips, thats OK too. Thank You. [more inside]
posted by Studiogeek at 7:24 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Studiogeek at 7:24 AM PST - 5 comments
All Right, I'm a Lawyer: What Do I Ask?
What specifically happens between a lawyer and his client once the client commits a crime? [more inside]
posted by amicamentis at 7:18 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by amicamentis at 7:18 AM PST - 15 comments
please ID
Asking for a friend: who sings this version of Santa Baby? Thanks!
How do I squat in this thing?
How do you train safely in a squat rack that's not a power cage, but just a rack? [more inside]
Winter day-hikes around Minneapolis
Does anyone have a suggested day-hike in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area for this time of year? [more inside]
posted by zombieApoc at 6:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by zombieApoc at 6:03 AM PST - 7 comments
Can I exchange my cats?
I don't love my cats. Can I humanely surrender them and find a better match? [more inside]
posted by Jay Levitt at 5:50 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by Jay Levitt at 5:50 AM PST - 46 comments
Tire pressure in cold weather
Car's tire pressure monitor is showing big drop in pressure. Should I be concerned? [more inside]
posted by birdwatcher at 5:26 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by birdwatcher at 5:26 AM PST - 14 comments
Any room at the inn?
Last minute accomodation in Paris this NYE? [more inside]
Where should I go on NYE in Chicago?
Looking for somewhere to go for Chicago New Year's Eve. I hope to not have to make reservations, not have to pay for a package, stay out most of the night and dance. [more inside]
Christmas for the introvert
How do I deal with multiple large family Christmas gatherings as an extreme introvert with some sensory thing about large groups of people, loud noises and too much happening? Complicating factors are as follows. [more inside]
Are there particular quotes about "staying in the present" that are poignant to you?
Are there particular quotes about "staying in the present" that are poignant to you? Recently I have been worrying about the future, to the point it's become debilitating to accomplish some of the most trivial of tasks. I am looking for quotes to use as quick reminders to stay in the present, and the let the future be as it may.
Best Trampoline for Kids?
We want to buy an indoor trampoline to help our 5 y.o. son burn off some energy. Each brand I've seen on amazon comes with such wildly divergent reviews that I can't tell which one to go with. [more inside]
Serbian Christmas Music Recommendations
We are having some visiting Serbian friends over for a late (by our standards) Christmas meal in a few days. They will literally be on the other side of the world in New Zealand at this time. I'd like to play some Serbian Christmas music that they would enjoy, music that says "Christmas" to them, especially so far from home. I understand that the actual Serbian Christmas is not until January 7th, but I'd like to play music that lets them know we have gone to some trouble to help them enjoy Christmas. Any recommendations, especially those accessible via iTunes or YouTube, would be most welcome.
posted by vac2003 at 3:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by vac2003 at 3:28 AM PST - 5 comments
December 27
Steez was their favorite word
What was this sarcastic fashion blog I stumbled upon? [more inside]
posted by LarrenD at 11:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by LarrenD at 11:59 PM PST - 3 comments
Please help ID this story.
ID this YA book about a dystopian city and clown-like savior. [more inside]
posted by Maximian at 11:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Maximian at 11:42 PM PST - 4 comments
What to wear for costume party?
Costume Party Help! Asking for a friend...
She is: female, 4'11", and short on money.
Party is: costume, based on "favorite children's book character."
Problem is: she doesn't remember her childhood favorites!
Help us please-- oh, she might be able to do a group costume with one or two others. thank you!
My sister-in-law is probably dying
My sister-in-law is probably dying from metastatic breast cancer. I live about 1500 miles from them and I can't afford to go there, both from the cost of travel and the time off from work being uncompensated. How do I handle this situation when the terrible moment arrives? [more inside]
posted by noonknight at 10:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by noonknight at 10:01 PM PST - 8 comments
How accurately can a trained drummer keep time?
How accurately can a trained drummer keep time? Could trained drummers be used to keep time accurately enough to determine longitude? [more inside]
posted by Galaxor Nebulon at 9:18 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Galaxor Nebulon at 9:18 PM PST - 20 comments
Drivin' In A Winter Wonderland
How can I find out about the travel conditions on my route home from Frederick, MD to Brooklyn, NY? [more inside]
posted by (Over) Thinking at 9:12 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by (Over) Thinking at 9:12 PM PST - 6 comments
Anger is affecting my life
Why am I so angry and what can I do about it? [more inside]
Identify a science fiction/fantasy novel from the 1980s, possibly YA, where they lived in the trees and where talk of killing others was taboo?
Can you identify this book? I read it in the mid-1980s. It may or may not have been a YA (Young Adult) title. The protagonist was a young girl, and her society lived peacefully up in the trees. She was interested in seeing the world down on the surface. There may have been another society down there. At one point she lost her temper with someone (a pet?) and blurted out something like "I would like to dead you!" at which her family was shocked and horrified at her violent thoughts. I particularly remember being struck by that part, that she understood the concept of killing but didn't know the verb. [more inside]
posted by tomboko at 8:02 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by tomboko at 8:02 PM PST - 2 comments
Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
Where Can I Find Lists of Professional and Civic Groups in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah at 7:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by goalyeehah at 7:44 PM PST - 2 comments
eReader that is friends with Linux
I want is an eBook reader that will allow me to get books from my county's library system (via Overdrive), download them to my Linux machine, and send them over to said eBook reader. [more inside]
posted by Lucinda at 7:33 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Lucinda at 7:33 PM PST - 5 comments
free mac app for no-hassle, spoken-word audio recording?
mac filter: (free) app for quick, easy mp3 audio recording of spoken word? [more inside]
Mystery of the Chinese Medallion: What does it say?
What is this Chinese medallion? What does it say? [more inside]
posted by Jasper Fnorde at 6:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Jasper Fnorde at 6:49 PM PST - 8 comments
RPG Making for Dummies
I'd sort of like to noodle around with making a JRPG. I know that RPG Maker would do more or less what I want, but I haven't looked around at free alternatives recently. [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by codacorolla at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
Don't wanna think!
Activities that are so consuming they don't allow you to think? [more inside]
cable modem-->iMac-->Xbox = Fail
Hi all - I'm trying to connect my new XBox 360/Kinect wirelessly using my iMac's Airport Extreme. Airport works great with my Blu-ray player, my iPhone and various laptops that have been brought into the house, but I can't get the Xbox to connect. I've tried taking the WEP password off, and that doesn't help. I continually get the error message that the Xbox "can't obtain an IP address for your router or modem". Is this just a case of Microsoft not playing nice with Apple (or vice versa)? How can I fix this? Thanks and happy new year!
How to move back to the UK from Europe after divorce with no money or support network?
Say you're a British citizen. And you're married to a citizen of a European country and living in that country with them and your kids, who are also citizens of that European country. And say you no longer want to be married and want to move back to the UK. With the kids. Leaving aside the inevitable custody battle, what the hell do you do next? [more inside]
Why would running cause my sister's legs to break out into a really itchy rash?
Why would running cause my sister's legs to break out into a really itchy rash? [more inside]
What other notable people besides Martin Luther King Jr. and George Washington Carver have been intentionally named after someone famous who was not in their family?
George Washington Carver... Martin Luther King Jr.... What other notable/successful folks have been intentionally named after famous people who are not in their family (that is their famous antecedent's first and last name is the "descendant's" given name)? [more inside]
posted by jng at 5:22 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by jng at 5:22 PM PST - 37 comments
Fun things to do with Wii, streaming media, and network storage!
Help me figure out how to make the ultimate backup/streaming media setup under $200. Or, just tell me cool things to do with my Wii that I haven't thought of. (more inside) [more inside]
posted by Raichle at 5:21 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Raichle at 5:21 PM PST - 2 comments
I think a pawn shop might be a better option than Best Buy.
How do I hook up an Atari 2600 to a modern HDTV? [more inside]
posted by valkyryn at 5:12 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by valkyryn at 5:12 PM PST - 11 comments
Dreaming of a white vasemas
Amazing white vases I saw online last week. Where did they go? [more inside]
The French Don't Have a Word for Entrepreneur
Just like half the people on the internet, I have an idea for a web-based business. Unlike many of them, I don't have anyone to go to for a sanity check on whether my idea is feasible. Help! [more inside]
Remote temperature sensor and e/mail notification for vacant house.
How can I monitor the air temperature at a residence I don't live at using a Mac running OS x, a usb mounted temperature sensor and a program that will e/mail me regular updates as to the room temperature? [more inside]
posted by HuronBob at 3:34 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by HuronBob at 3:34 PM PST - 5 comments
Which car should we drive to Mammoth?
Which car should we drive to Mammoth? 2001 Honda Civic @ 109,000mi vs 2007 Honda Fit Sport @ 32,000mi? Everything is stock. What should we watch out for? [more inside]
posted by wuMeFi at 3:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by wuMeFi at 3:27 PM PST - 10 comments
What awesome music is this?!
I can read out loud faster than 1 kbps
As of a few weeks ago, my home wireless is acting weird. Dropping/slow connection. Everything worked fine until... [more inside]
Where to go and what to expect for laptop repair?
My laptop's screen isn't working. Where in Chicago should I take it to be fixed? What should I expect? [more inside]
Minimum cryptography recommendations from various countries?
I recently read that the US government considers AES suitable for classified information. Do other countries publish similar recommendations? [more inside]
posted by tomwheeler at 2:30 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by tomwheeler at 2:30 PM PST - 6 comments
Will the snow leopard upgrade work on my tiger macbook
If I buy the $30 snow leopard upgrade, will it work on my tiger macbook? [more inside]
Better than the book!
What great movies (or TV shows) did you find to be infinitely better than the book on which they were based? [more inside]
posted by Sidhedevil at 2:09 PM PST - 96 comments
posted by Sidhedevil at 2:09 PM PST - 96 comments
What is the stew of your life?
What is the most unfathomably good stew-like dish you've ever had, specifically during cold weather? [more inside]
Learning how to read: a primer
Recommend to me materials to help a 5 year old learn to read. [more inside]
Please sir, can I have some more?
How do I get him to last longer in bed? [more inside]
Should I get a 2nd opinion about surgery for my nose?
YANAD, but I need some advise on a problem with a deviated septum. Is it worth getting a second opinion from an ENT? Complication: Sleep Apnea. More inside [more inside]
posted by ChrisLSU at 1:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ChrisLSU at 1:37 PM PST - 8 comments
The novel, not sane, stood by itself against its shelves, holding darkness within.
Literary eerie suspense novelists: I've read and loved a certain type of author and I am looking for more like them. Their main novel tropes are unreliable narrators (i.e., are they being haunted by a ghost or their own mind?) and a good balance of suspense and philosophy (well-paced novels of ideas with likable, believable characters). Prose style is literary and intelligent but not metafictional. [more inside]
Class speed on microSDHC/memory card: What does it do?
microSDHC: Is there any difference between Class 2, 4, or 6 with regards to the speed of accessing or interacting aps/programs on a phone? [more inside]
posted by Feisty at 1:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Feisty at 1:23 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me find a DJ for my Long Island wedding in September, please.
I'm getting married in September. My fiancee and I are hoping to avoid a traditional DJ or cheesy wedding band -- we're not big dancers -- but we want to have music at the wedding. [more inside]
What's causing my dad to act this way? What can I do to help him?
For several years now, my father, in sporadic bursts, has been acting very strangely. I'm not sure what is causing him to act like that, and I'm not sure what to do about it, so I'm looking for advice. [more inside]
Are these 1970s Star Wars figures worth anything?
How much are these original Star Wars figures worth? [more inside]
How do I append rows to a table in Access from two related tables?
How do I append rows to a table in Access from two related tables? [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 1:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by desjardins at 1:02 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me with the nuance of this software....
PDF Software Filter: Using Nuance PDF Converter Enterprise and finding very little online support for the software. I've authored several nifty forms, but any time a user opens them in a software external to Nuance two things happen. Details and snowflakes inside: [more inside]
How can I send conditional email auto replies?
Can anyone point me to a "conditional email auto responder" service that would allow me to program the keyword and the auto reply to be sent? [more inside]
What would make a better videoconference solution?
What are the major differences between an entry-level videoconference solution offered by Polycom and a solution offered by Webex? [more inside]
Please help me find the right MacBook for me!
What are the minimum specifications for me to be able to edit 1080p 60fps video on-the-go on a Mac laptop? [more inside]
Sex depicted tastefully in comics/animation/etc.?
What are some comics, mangas, animations, animes, and other illustrated works, from any part of the world, that depict regular sex and sexual behavior without fetishizing it? [more inside]
Warm Brown Liquor
Looking for your favorite recipes for warm liquor beverages. [more inside]
How do you open .exe files on a Mac?
Mac noob question. [more inside]
Wifi to dialtone device for EBT readers?
I've been approved to accept EBT payments at my farmers market. However, the free machine the state provides requires a phone line, which I do not have. I do have wifi, however! Is there an inexpensive VoIP device that provides a dial tone and lets me make *data* calls? I've seen several that have the caveat "no not use with credit card readers" which is essentially what I have. [more inside]
posted by ewagoner at 11:26 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ewagoner at 11:26 AM PST - 12 comments
Great books that inspired great movies?
This weekend, I saw True Grit. I loved it so much that I bought the book. The book is fantastic. (Why is this not considered a classic?) I'd love to discover other books that have been eclipsed by the film adaptation, but which deserve attention in their own right — books like True Grit, Cool Hand Luke, To Kill a Mockingbird (okay, everyone knows that's a good book), and so on. Help me find great (but lesser-known) books that have inspired great (and well-known) movies.
Musculation à Paris?
Does anyone know of a good place for weight training in Paris? Having both a squat rack (not the same thing as a smith machine) and a place to do deadlifts is mandatory; having local expertise in Olympic style lifts (e.g. clean and jerk, snatch) is a strong plus, but maybe too much to hope for. As always, cheaper is better. [more inside]
Beanplating the bean cooking
Please help me design my new kitchen. I would like to know what kitchen features you can't live without! [more inside]
Collection of possible future events that are all somehow related?
Is there a word for a "collection of possible future events that are all somehow related?" I want something that captures the idea of a "collection of scenarios." Or, pick an forecasted event, fear, or desire: What is "the spectrum of possible outcomes" relevant to this thing that has my attention, plausible or otherwise, expected or unexpected, the good, the bad, and the ugly? Probability cloud? Scenario collection? [more inside]
round-faced straight-haired girl seeks haircut for long-term relationship!
Round-face haircut suggestions, help, and probably emotional counseling needed. How can I articulate what I want my hair to look like? Any ideas for straight hair + round face haircuts? [more inside]
posted by ghostbikes at 10:29 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by ghostbikes at 10:29 AM PST - 23 comments
Mental illness, debt, and me!
Have bipolar. Getting better. No employer. Debt collectors. Help! [more inside]
Diet Pill Abuse
What are the health risks of taking a "cleansing" product like Acai Super Cleanse for too long? Details... [more inside]
Backcountry ski rentals in Portland, ME?
Where in Portland Maine can I rent backcountry skis (with metal edges) and snowshoes?
How to get my young cousin hooked into reading
How can I help my 13 year old cousin get into reading? [more inside]
Where to repair a broken PS3?
Where should we get this PS3 repaired? [more inside]
How to write a statement fo interest for a fieldschool
I need to write a statement of interest for an archaeology field school, but everything about statements I can find online assumes I'm applying for grad school. [more inside]
posted by raeka at 9:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by raeka at 9:15 AM PST - 7 comments
how to style my hair without heat, without making it frizzy or curly?
How can I style my hair without heat? It's naturally wavy at the top, but poofy and curly from the sides down. [more inside]
posted by cp311 at 9:08 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cp311 at 9:08 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me soup up this hambone.
After-Christmas dinner: as part of the leftovers distribution, I now have the bone from the ham. How should I best make awesome soup with it? Difficulty: no split pea. [more inside]
posted by azpenguin at 8:39 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by azpenguin at 8:39 AM PST - 15 comments
Wireless router for my Windows XP-using parents?
What's a good, relatively easy-to-setup and problem-free wireless router I can get for my PC-using parents? I'm their Mac user son. [more inside]
posted by DakotaPaul at 8:38 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by DakotaPaul at 8:38 AM PST - 11 comments
I never want to be seen online in Facebook
Why can't I stay offline in Facebook chat anymore? Or, if I can stay offline, how? [more inside]
posted by crapples at 8:37 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by crapples at 8:37 AM PST - 15 comments
mmmm...chrome
I need a SEXY laptop. Budget 1000 Euros (but willing to stretch if its worth it)
I love chrome, polished metal, glass and the black or white macbooks! [more inside]
posted by freddymetz at 8:27 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by freddymetz at 8:27 AM PST - 14 comments
The best-laid (exercise) plans of mice and men
Vanityfilter: Smart, busy people of Metafilter, how did you get in incredibly good (looking) shape? [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 8:22 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Tehhund at 8:22 AM PST - 22 comments
Why can't I find any proper Counter-Strike servers?
Why can't I find any proper Counter-Strike servers? [more inside]
Leave me alone.
How to handle a bully on Yelp who is semi-stalking me because they don't like a review I wrote? [more inside]
Manual labor
Help me reach out and touch (my special) someone! Hand job advice sought... [more inside]
Creative Help with a blog title
Looking for creative, catchy ideas on what to name a monthly blog post where we feature an artisan or crafts person. [more inside]
Help us find a specific anthology containing "Rikki Tiki Tavi"?
Looking a for children's book bought in the late sixties, but possibly older, that contained "Rikki Tikki Tavi" and was possibly titled something about "By Land and Sea." Any ideas? [more inside]
Stop My Mum Cramping!
Hello,
I’m asking this question on behalf of my mother who has been suffering from cramp in primarily her legs but also occasionally her hands for 9 years now.
The symptoms first began in May 2001 and have gradually increased intensity over time.
I'm asking Metafilter as she seems to have run out of other options (I searched for cramps and there didn't seem to be any other answers for this kind of thing) [more inside]
Help me make a torrent... torrent.
[BitTorrentFilter] I've made a torrent (of an interesting collection of music videos) that I want to distribute. Research about recent reliable trackers led me to use the one provided by PublicBitTorrent. But test-launching the torrent file from another computer shows me that no downloading (nor corresponding uploading) occurs. Is it the tracker, or what else might I have done wrong? [more inside]
posted by progosk at 4:07 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by progosk at 4:07 AM PST - 12 comments
Scammed out of my hard earned cash by dodgy taxi driver. What now?
I was scammed by a taxi driver in Sydney (Australia) today. I think I have the taxi number. What should I do next? [more inside]
posted by celerity at 3:36 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by celerity at 3:36 AM PST - 12 comments
Disneyland CA; better way to book a room?
I am trying to book a room for myself and my daughter at the Grand Californian at Disneyland Anaheim for 2 nights in January - Disney's own booking site suggests there are no rooms whatsoever available - does anyone know an alternative/better way to book any remaining rooms there?
Newbie needs tips for training beyond a 10K to a half-marathon
My friend and I are in the middle of C25K and want to go all the way to a half-marathon. She would like to get to a full marathon. We are getting conflicting advice on how to do this. Do you have any ideas? [more inside]
My wardrobe is crammed but I have nothing to wear
Help! I think I am slightly obsessed with clothing. I feel like I have nothing to wear. (But my closet is full of lovely things!). How can I have a more healthy, less anxious attitude to dressing, particularly for the workplace? [more inside]
posted by Weng at 12:09 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Weng at 12:09 AM PST - 19 comments
December 26
Why is my LCD HDTV flickering based on the contents of the scene?
Why is my LCD TV dimming every time there's a dark scene in a movie? [more inside]
posted by geodave at 11:32 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by geodave at 11:32 PM PST - 14 comments
Are my VFFs broken?
FiveFingerFilter: I have a pair of Vibram FiveFingers. I just got home from the airport to find that one of them was folded in half in my suitcase, the result of a sloppy bag search by the security screeners. Now that shoe seems "floppy" (i.e. less rigid) in the arch compared to the other one. Is it broken? [more inside]
posted by cabingirl at 11:31 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by cabingirl at 11:31 PM PST - 6 comments
Since no-one gave me a flowbee...
I'm a visitor in San Francisco and need a haircut! Is there a secret place in Chinatown (or elsewhere) where a man can get a stylish textured cut on a budget? [more inside]
posted by bradly at 11:06 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bradly at 11:06 PM PST - 4 comments
Finding a new wolfpack(s) -- Looking for advice on finding mentors, professional, exercise or party friends
I'd prefer to not be a one-man wolfpack, but I am rather introverted and take some time to get close to people. Due to friends' babies/marriage/moving for jobs I've found I'm in my 30's now and am looking for a new group of friends to run with. My best friend (also my last close adventurous homie) has been ensnared by a female. And she's ready to breed. So after I fulfill my Best Man duties, I probably won't be seeing him too much anymore and am looking for advice on how to find new friends in four areas: exercise, professional, party or mentors. [more inside]
posted by jkl345 at 10:44 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by jkl345 at 10:44 PM PST - 19 comments
New shelter dog is making me bonkers. Help!
My new shelter dog is making me bonkers. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by Sal and Richard at 10:41 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Sal and Richard at 10:41 PM PST - 24 comments
My daughter gave out her cell phone number to a stranger she met in a chat room. And talked to “her.”
How can I logically – and without turning into a shrill, emotive, drama queen or a growling mother bear – educate my daughter to the danger she put herself in by giving out her cell phone number to someone she met in a kid's online chat room – and help protect her going forward?
(Detail and more questions below!)
Useful feedback is welcome with open heart and ears; mocking my parenting decisions just means you want Karma to kick your ass too. [more inside]
Digital Coupon Vault Needed
Anyone know of a digital coupon vault/app/website that will allow me to collect and use coupons without physically keeping the clippings? Somewhat of a Groupon equivalent for regular coupons? [more inside]
Help me explore Angkor Wat.
Good tour outfits for Angkor Wat, February 2011? [more inside]
posted by bardic at 8:39 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bardic at 8:39 PM PST - 9 comments
What do I do with all this sourdough bread?
OK. What can I make with all this homemade sourdough bread? [more inside]
"You couldn't make me 'alright' if you stapled your tongue to my clit and stood in a cement mixer."
I've recently discovered a great fondness for angry, sarcastic characters. Please recommend me your favorite examples. All media welcome but literature especially preferred.
Help me make this the year where I finally find some style!
Help me make this the year where I finally find some style! [more inside]
Flexible check in times for hotels at Bangkok Airport?
Specific travel filter: Anyone know any hotels, hostels, guesthouses, B&Bs etc at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport that a) can pick up and return my hapless self to the airport (the next day) and b) offer 24 hour check in and out? [more inside]
posted by mudkicker at 6:52 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by mudkicker at 6:52 PM PST - 3 comments
Speedracer?
Current daily driver as a future track car? [more inside]
How to get a copy of an ABC 7 Eyewitness News Broadcast?
My wife and I were in one of those "Man on the street" videos today on ABC 7 New York at about 4:40pm Eastern Time. Does anyone have any suggestions how to get a copy of the video? I e-mailed the station but haven't heard back yet. Any suggestions as to how to get a copy of the video?
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
Fun texting?
What fun things, messages or games can I send to or play with my spouse via text? [more inside]
posted by Morrigan at 5:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Morrigan at 5:17 PM PST - 10 comments
Relax, I can't do it.
I cannot relax. I think that I am relaxed only to find that every muscle in my body is clenched tight. My mouth, butt, thighs, hands, neck, feet...you get the picture. It carries over into my sleep. I need help relaxing, please. [more inside]
Looking for the ideal word.
I'm looking for the word for an certain kind of ideal. [more inside]
How can I learn to get along with my family again?
How can I find a way to get along with my family again?
When I'm around my family for big family occasions like Christmas, everyone seems to fall into long-ago-established patterns of behaviour in which I'm treated like an awkward/over-sensitive/"difficult" twelve-year-old. Anything I do seems to reinforce that impression, and (although I try hard to prevent it) I'm pretty sure that the more they see me that way, the less calm and less inclined to make nice about everything I become, making the whole thing worse. [more inside]
Can't have the career I want now, so how can I get it later?
Just out of grad school (HCI, social psych focus), and for logistical reasons I'm having to look for jobs that are at best tangentially related to my interests and skill set. What can I do now to give myself the best chance of getting a more relevant job in the future? [more inside]
What should we do in Chicago?
What should two mid-twenty somethings do in Chicago from now until the January 3rd? [more inside]
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 4:34 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 4:34 PM PST - 15 comments
help! I can't concentrate!
What do you do to snap yourself out of a completely unfocused, unproductive state? [more inside]
crafty movies
I really enjoy watching skilled craftspeople do their thing. Please suggest some TV shows that document an individual showing off their skills. [more inside]
posted by SueDenim at 4:18 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by SueDenim at 4:18 PM PST - 20 comments
go to my friends house and he'll tell you how to get to my house.
product.com (fake name for this question) is the product. If given one space for a URL in advertising, why would you use facebook.com/product? [more inside]
Costa Rica transportation
Vaginal Odour
Vaginal discharge during pregnancy - worrying odour. [more inside]
posted by Omnomnom at 3:56 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Omnomnom at 3:56 PM PST - 6 comments
Help us fix our PS3 (BSOD)
Several problems with PS3 and Rock Band 3 on PS3 - help? (long) [more inside]
posted by lvanshima at 3:23 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by lvanshima at 3:23 PM PST - 3 comments
How to get from scrawny to...normal?
Male, 24, ridiculously skinny/flabby. I have a set of dumbbells and a workout bench. Can I build some muscle with this alone? What exercises/regimen should I follow? [more inside]
Setting Up A New Laptop For Your Mom?
The essentials of setting up a new computer for your mom? [more inside]
Talks too much, but is never heard...
How do I improve communication with my wife given a history of anger issues, bad assumption, and best of intentions on both sides? [more inside]
Speech Therapy enthousiasts, Help !
I am looking for movie / book ressources that broach topics related to Speech therapy as well as speech /writing difficulties, that would be available to anyone (i.e not necessarily professional ressources, though they could be useful). Thanks so much [more inside]
How to glue silicone.
What glue should I use to repair silicone? Silicone glue seems like the obvious choice but from what Google tells me it is not as simple as that.
just kidding!
i'm meeting the bf's kids next week. what do i talk about? [more inside]
posted by violetk at 12:55 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by violetk at 12:55 PM PST - 28 comments
Lesbian Cat Drama
Should I give my ex a portion of my cat's ashes? [more inside]
posted by anthropoid at 12:32 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by anthropoid at 12:32 PM PST - 30 comments
Diet soda pop with Splenda
Looking forward to a low-carb diet after the holiday excess, and wondering about aspartame use during the induction phase. Looking for diet soda in USA with Splenda/sucralose instead. [more inside]
What are some web services worth paying for?
What are some web services worth paying for? [more inside]
sucking nookie?
While in Amsterdam in October of this year, at Kelly's Irish Pub, my fiancee and I heard a bizarre dance song that included the words "nookie sucky", repeated over and over as a chorus. [more inside]
posted by seancake at 11:37 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by seancake at 11:37 AM PST - 8 comments
What do ridiculous marathon athletes eat?
In two weeks, I'm attempting to break a world record by playing dodgeball for 36 hours straight.
What should I eat, drink, wear, and do to make this bearable? [more inside]
Life in Sheffield?
What's life like in Sheffield, UK? [more inside]
Do I just taste better?
Bike touring in the US southeast: where to go?
Bike touring in the US southeast: where to go? [more inside]
$5/5 days, how do I not starve to death?
So, due to a series of sort of hilarious circumstances and the excess of the season, I have only $5 to spend on food next week. Five ones and a bunch of quarters. I get paid on Thursday so I 'just' need to get by from today until Wednesday night [more inside]
posted by Tha Race Card at 10:54 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by Tha Race Card at 10:54 AM PST - 44 comments
How to recover files after I have formatted my computer?
How to recover files after I have formatted my computer c: drive?
I have windows ultimate 64 bit.
Thanks
It is wired thing
What is the best "wired" home-network solution? A NAS drive connected to my router or a powerline ethernet adapter that allows me to connect an ethernet cable to the computer in my bedroom? [more inside]
posted by The1andonly at 9:46 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by The1andonly at 9:46 AM PST - 1 comment
It's hard to deadlift with arthritic hands
Does anyone have experience with autoimmune disorders, particularly rheumatoid arthritis, and exercise? [more inside]
posted by restless_nomad at 9:09 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by restless_nomad at 9:09 AM PST - 21 comments
Where can I find more art like this?
I need posters for my walls, and have fallen in love with the concept art for Romeo and Juliet: The War. (Art I am in love with: 1, 2, 3.) However, I can't have it. Any ideas on where to find similar art, in poster-printable quality? [more inside]
posted by Jacen Solo at 9:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Jacen Solo at 9:01 AM PST - 3 comments
Is there an app for this?
I would like some iPhone app that will inventory all my media, CDs, DVDs, Games, etc. using barcode scanning technology straight on the iPhone, and ideally would have a way to export my lists. Does such a product exist?
Negotiating tips to help buy a used Toyota Camry?
Tips for negotiating the price of a used car, namely a used Toyota Camry, years 2007-2010? [more inside]
posted by abdulf at 8:27 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by abdulf at 8:27 AM PST - 7 comments
Wedding shoe shopping venues in Seattle?
Where should my bridesmaids and I go for dressy shoe shopping in Seattle, besides Nordstrom? The girls want to find some silver shoes, pumps or peeptoes, heels not super high, and under $200. Local/indie/boutique stores are especially good.
posted by matildaben at 8:22 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by matildaben at 8:22 AM PST - 11 comments
It's beginning to look a lot like silver...
What would be a great silver anniversary gift? [more inside]
If a tree falls...
If a tree falls on my house during tonight's snowpocalypse, or other such event, what do I do? [more inside]
posted by dayintoday at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by dayintoday at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
WTF MR X
Question about the game Scotland Yard. Are the rules crazy or are we just playing the game straight up wrong? [more inside]
Help me connect.
Does your Kindle connect in Manila? Help me figure out the best way to read e-books in the Philippines! [more inside]
Books about Osaka?
I'm looking for books about Osaka. [more inside]
Professional Wrestling books
Give me some suggestions for good books about professional wrestling. [more inside]
I drank what..?
I was (happily) re-gifted a beautiful box of Chinese teas which my brother had received years ago but we have no clue about what teas are actually included. I've take a picture of the box and the canisters.
Please help me find out what I'm drinking!
posted by jmcgrady at 6:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by jmcgrady at 6:40 AM PST - 9 comments
How do I find which cities around the globe are hot and sunny right now?
How do I find which places in the world are hot and sunny right now? This is for the purposes of a vacation. I'm not interested in seasonal averages. I'd like to see a globe with sunshine icons on those cities that are currently actually hot and sunny, and I guess stormcloud or snow icons on those cities with precipitation.
posted by skylar at 3:15 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by skylar at 3:15 AM PST - 11 comments
What Arduino projects can I build with a radio or other scavenged household parts?
What interesting projects can I make with my Arduino and scavenged radio parts or other household items? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 2:16 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by lollusc at 2:16 AM PST - 7 comments
How to deal with cancelled international flights?
The Great Blizzard of Christmas 2010 has severely derailed my plans (love snow as I do). I was supposed to fly from Newark to Hong Kong on Dec. 26th at 3:30, arrive in HK at 8:30pm Dec 27th, then fly Air Asia Hong Kong-Bangkok on the morning of Dec. 28th with a connecting flight immediately following from Bangkok - Luang Prabang, Laos.
Newark is supposed to get a foot plus of snow tomorrow. I am feeling a little screwed. Is anyone out there skilled at making the best of this kind of situation? I've never dealt with it before, and have spent the last eight hours trying to make something work. Details below. [more inside]
posted by betsbillabong at 12:13 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by betsbillabong at 12:13 AM PST - 9 comments
December 25
"Don't be sorry, it's bad to be sorry."
What is the significance of the rabbit in the film Mona Lisa? [more inside]
posted by infinitewindow at 11:30 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by infinitewindow at 11:30 PM PST - 2 comments
Movie that involves Nazis and an owl-man?
NameThatRecentObscureMovie: At some point in the film, a young girl (the protagonist) dressed in a nightgown has a nightmare where Nazi bears chase her through snowy woods. A Nutcracker toy alerts her family that she needs help. She defeats the bears by throwing a glass angel figurine at the leader, which stabs him. Then, an owl-man appears and takes her to a magical ballroom where couples are dressed as birds dancing ballet-ish-ly. I think it's set during WWII, her father is serving in the war and comes home at the end of the movie. Saw a snippet on TV in a restaurant, did I dream this?
posted by dahliachewswell at 10:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dahliachewswell at 10:38 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the deal with tablets these days, am I right? *crickets*
What's with all the tablet/slate hype? I hate to be a curmudgeon, and I almost always see the bright side on emerging technology, but I just don't see why everyone should own one. Help me find the light! [more inside]
How should I ask my psychologist/therapist for antidepressants?
How should I ask my psychologist/therapist for antidepressants? [more inside]
posted by Zebra130 at 9:40 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Zebra130 at 9:40 PM PST - 12 comments
How and what to cook on a Himalayan Salt Block?
How and what to cook on a Himalayan Salt Block? [more inside]
posted by fyrebelley at 9:39 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by fyrebelley at 9:39 PM PST - 3 comments
We need a roe fix!
Where can I find reasonably priced kazunoko (herring roe) in the NYC/North Jersey area? [more inside]
What's this weird rattling sound?
AutoFilter: My '06 Corolla is making these weird rattling/grinding noises (recorded today for your listening pleasure). Muffler problem, maybe? [more inside]
6 AM flight out of Budapest?
How can I catch a 6 AM flight this Wednesday, the 29th, out of Budapest (BUD)? [more inside]
posted by reductiondesign at 9:14 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by reductiondesign at 9:14 PM PST - 6 comments
they should make a job common app
Home for break - how can I most effectively search and apply for local computer science jobs? [more inside]
posted by arkitex at 8:53 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by arkitex at 8:53 PM PST - 3 comments
Don't look at me in that tone of voice
I'm looking for suggestions and general thoughts on the subject of how to improve one's tone of voice. [more inside]
posted by choppyes at 7:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by choppyes at 7:05 PM PST - 17 comments
Where to get a room at the WEF Davos?
Where could I book a room close to Davos, Switzerland, between the 25th and 29th, January 2011? [more inside]
posted by Omon Ra at 6:51 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Omon Ra at 6:51 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me enjoy Boxing Day with my in-laws (more) this year.
Help me enjoy Boxing Day with my in-laws (more) this year. [more inside]
posted by braemar at 6:03 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by braemar at 6:03 PM PST - 13 comments
¿Como se dice "Reprogram the remote"?
Can anyone recommend a good, inexpensive English-Spanish lexicon of TV/Cable/Broadcast technology terms? My sister does Spanish-language technical support for a large TV cable and Internet provider. She's first-language fluent in Spanish, but like many Spanish-speaking U.S. natives, leans heavily on Spanglish for many of the neologisms ("el remote") of the electronic age. [more inside]
posted by toodleydoodley at 6:01 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by toodleydoodley at 6:01 PM PST - 4 comments
How to diagnose poor FPS?
My home built gaming PC has sub-par FPS. Nothing is obviously wrong, how do I go about diagnosing the cause? I don't know where to start. Lots of details inside. [more inside]
Joe's Garage, Evergreen Van Lines, etc.
Does anyone who what this style of embroidery called? Can anyone recommend a place that can replicate it on a jacket I own? [more inside]
posted by Hey Dean Yeager! at 4:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Hey Dean Yeager! at 4:59 PM PST - 10 comments
What sort of part is this?
What is this metal thingy from my computer case? Pictures inside. [more inside]
No gift from Mother-in-Law
My elderly 84 year old mother-in-law did not get my husband or I a Christmas present this year. She did get the only other person she has contact with, a lady that comes in once a week to clean for her, a Christmas present this week. Last year she did not get her son (my husband) a present (she asked him what he wanted and he told her to take care of herself would be gift enough) but she did get me one. Please understand it is not getting a gift that has crushed me, but "it's the thought that counts" is what is painful to me. I do everything for her - pay bills, laundry, fill weekly medicine box, take her to doctor appointments, do grocery shopping, pick-up medicine, help with her bath, I even take her dog to the vet. When I went down this Christmas morning and gave her a Christmas gift she said "Why did you do this?" and of course I said because it is Christmas (my husband and I have been married for 15 years and the tradition has always been the same!). She did not say a word about a gift for us. My husband apologized for her when I told him, but how can I put this in perspective and not take it personal? (Why did she get her cleaning lady a gift?)
posted by anonymous at 3:48 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by anonymous at 3:48 PM PST - 37 comments
Where can I find a men's golf tam crochet or knit pattern?
My partner's dad wants a floppy golf hat like the Three Stooges wear in this picture. I need a pattern to either crochet or knit (preferably crochet) a men's hat like this--I think it's called a tam. Does anyone know of a good pattern or a reliable place online to search for men's hat patterns? [more inside]
posted by Tesseractive at 3:47 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tesseractive at 3:47 PM PST - 4 comments
I forgot my password to login and need the prompt. How do I get it to give me a hint??
How do I get my Mac to prompt me for a password hint on the startup screen?? I reset my password last week and I copied and pasted it in the password hint in case I forgot. It turns out I did. But for some reason it won't prompt me for a hint even though I have been trying to guess over and over incorrectly. [more inside]
Games while revolve around collecting powerups and experience?
I'm looking for a good video game to occupy me over the holiday break. Something where advancement centers around leveling up my character and/or collecting powerups. [more inside]
What's going on? Why did con-men deactivate my parents' alarm?
Someone scammed my parents. But what, exactly, is the point of the scam? They called my mom, claiming to be from AT&T, saying that something in her house was causing interference all over the neighborhood, and that they needed to come over. They came, showed fake credentials, identified the interference as coming from my parents' security system, deactivate they system and left. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 3:40 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by grumblebee at 3:40 PM PST - 35 comments
What do "Gummo" and "Imitation of Life" have in common?
My brother works at a record/DVD chain in Louisville. He's mentioned that the two most popular movie purchases (not just at the specific store he works at, but at others in the chain too) are Douglas Sirk's Imitation of Life and Gummo. Why those two films in particular? Do they have something in common I'm missing?
posted by hr120 at 2:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by hr120 at 2:45 PM PST - 6 comments
Black smudge on laptop screen
My laptop (Acer Aspire 3810T) fell about 2 feet onto a carpeted floor. It was closed, but now I have a black smudge on the bottom right corner of the screen (by the way, the smudge disappeared after a few minutes, but has now reappeared and is not going away). It is annoying but I can still work with it since it is not completely opaque.
After extensive googling and chatting with Acer support, I think the LCD may have ruptured. However, can I continue using the laptop or is the display going to get progressively worse and die soon? Although it is still within the warranty period, I think I may have to pay for repairs (since the techs may figure out that it was dropped). Thank you in advance.
posted by prenominal at 2:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by prenominal at 2:42 PM PST - 4 comments
Survey about what makes people happy / tick
I'm looking for typical "what is most important to people" survey results (preferably with percentages or graphs to use). You know, as in, family, career, hobbies, helping others... [more inside]
Are these coats the same?
Are these two coats actually the same one? How can I tell? [more inside]
I need a website, but I don't want to be the Client From Hell
Paid for web design services for a very small business webpage on the 3rd of December. It's not done yet... [more inside]
Working Out with Buffy!
Baldwins, anyone?
Movies with more than two real-life siblings cast as fictional siblings? [more inside]
posted by ricochet biscuit at 11:24 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by ricochet biscuit at 11:24 AM PST - 25 comments
Not "Shock and Awe"
What's the term - I think it's military - for overwhelming an opposing force through sheer quantity of techniques used/people deployed? "Shock and awe" is not the term I'm looking for. [more inside]
posted by outlandishmarxist at 10:57 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by outlandishmarxist at 10:57 AM PST - 37 comments
Classic Nintendo DS games?
What are the classic games for the Nintendo DS? And, bonus, what are the best games that can be played in five minute increments? [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 10:45 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 10:45 AM PST - 25 comments
Life is hard.
Feeling empowered. [more inside]
Should i close onlien bank accounts I don't use?
I've accumulated a few more online bank accounts over the years. I've just opened an ING account, because it seems like while they don't have the absolute highest interest rates, people generally seem happy with them and they've been around for a while. I'm going to stick with them and put my savings and checking money there, but after emptying out my accounts at other places/sites, should I close them? Or leave them open? Any pros/cons to either option I might not have thought of?
Amazon Universal Wish List Woes
Why is my Amazon Universal Wish List add-on opening a new tab in Firefox? [more inside]
posted by annabellee at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by annabellee at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
What problems should one be aware of before buying a relatively expensive Kipor generator?
I am looking into buying a Kipor 6700 generator for my grandparents' house where there are frequent power cuts. Based on the data sheet this is exactly what we need, but since it's quite the investment, I would like to ask if any of you have had any problems (or words of praise) in connection to this or a similar (i.e. Kipor) generator.
posted by vlsd at 1:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by vlsd at 1:12 AM PST - 8 comments
I want a special snowflake server for christmas!
How do I implement my special snowflake server? [more inside]
Not that there's anything wrong with gaiety
Can you help me find a recording of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" with the ORIGINAL original lyrics? [more inside]
posted by foursentences at 1:11 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by foursentences at 1:11 AM PST - 7 comments
December 24
Personal Information Posted Without Permission
I'm a massage therapist whose contact information and professional credentials were posted, without my permission or knowledge, on an erotic services site. How do I get my ad taken down? [more inside]
What are some good Jazz artists?
What are some good Jazz artists? [more inside]
Please help me close my S-Corp?
[Tax filter] You are not my accountant but the H&R Block Business center is closed for the holidays and I'm stuck on some S-Corp tax and payroll questions. [more inside]
How to tell a date to tone down the cologne?
Help me find a nice/funny/not insane way to tell a guy I just started seeing that he's wearing too much cologne for me. Maybe I'm like this previous asker, but I find myself thinking things like, "ok, I'll sleep with him once and THEN tell him," which I know is kind of crazy. (Mostly because I'd rather not smell his cologne on my sheets for weeks after.) Is it ok to tell someone you just met that your lizard brain would like him a LOT better if he toned down the artificial scenting? I'm gay, if that matters, but any relevant experience or advice is welcome. Have you ever dealt with this situation successfully? [more inside]
Who makes a good wifi+router?
Please recommend a wireless router that doesn't require rebooting periodically with WPA2 on? [more inside]
posted by morganw at 5:51 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by morganw at 5:51 PM PST - 27 comments
PHP Guys Up to Creating Modern Web Site?
Would it be a mistake to hire smart PHP-based web programmers to create a slick cutting-edge mainstream site? [more inside]
"Why are you taking pictures..?"
Husband and I were at a Farmer's Market for breakfast today, and thought we noticed an older man taking photos of children as they passed by. In the hustle and bustle of December 24th no one else seems to have caught it, and we felt kind of sick about the situation - there's no way of knowing the full details of why someone is taking pictures. But we notified a security guard, who said he'd keep an eye on it. The question is, in these kinds of scenarios is it always better to tell someone and risk making some innocent person's life miserable? We're a bit shaken up about it. [more inside]
christmas is ruined
How do I remove nailpolish from a wooden floor? [more inside]
Is this cave art too cool to be real?
Is this real cave art? If so, where is it? [more inside]
posted by Solon and Thanks at 2:52 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Solon and Thanks at 2:52 PM PST - 5 comments
Settle a stupid bet at Christmastime Filter.
What is the definition of "dish detergent"? [more inside]
posted by citywolf at 2:46 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by citywolf at 2:46 PM PST - 45 comments
O Tron, Where Art Thou?
How can I watch the original Tron legally and reasonably priced? [more inside]
Help Spare Me Some Wasted Effort Due to Copyright Restrictions...
CopyrightFilter: I'm haunted by the story of Barbara Newhall Follett linked on the Blue a few days ago. Help a me understand the copyright issue(s) associated with her first published work, The House Without Windows. [more inside]
Antihypertensives give me high blood pressure. No, really.
Medical types and/or hypertension patients: ever hear of Diovan *increasing* blood pressure? [more inside]
No, really, I'm better but did my brain trick me?
DrugFilter: Is Xanax still "good" after two years? And secondly, how long does it last in the system? [more inside]
What have I messed up on Hotmail via FireFox?
I have been using Hotmail for e-mail, and getting it via IMac on FireFox. I cleaned the machine etc and now find I am not able to get Hotmail. [more] [more inside]
Can I restore this stencil?
I was given an antique framed piece of intricately cut brown paper, which I am told was used as a stencil, perhaps on fabric. The paper has dark and light stains on it. The dark stains look to be moisture damage, and the light stains appear to be powdery. Is there anything I can do myself to restore it? [more inside]
posted by emilyd22222 at 12:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by emilyd22222 at 12:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Mac OSX booting issue reboot help!
I need a booting Mac Christmas Miracle for my powerbook, Please. [more inside]
Jingle Bell Rock: non-holiday songs with bells
I am trying to come up with a list of songs that include a jingle bell-like sound but aren't Christmas/holiday songs. For example, "Kiss Me On The Bus" by the Replacements (the bells kick in at about 2:14). [more inside]
posted by litlnemo at 11:56 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by litlnemo at 11:56 AM PST - 27 comments
Are emeralds really that much more expensive than diamonds?
I'm looking for emeralds for an engagement ring and can't shake the feeling that I'm going to be paying a lot more than I should. Does anyone have any experience buying emeralds? [more inside]
How does one do videotape in 2011?
What's the cheapest way to record videos using videotapes in 2011? I'm interested in the potential low cost of buying a bunch of videotapes (not much demand) and an old video camera that uses them (not much demand). However, I don't know anything about this archaic technology. [more inside]
posted by ejfox at 11:28 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by ejfox at 11:28 AM PST - 9 comments
[bookbinding/craft filter] Should I switch from PVA to wheat paste or some other adhesive?
wheat paste vs. PVA for adhering paper and book cloth to binder's board [more inside]
posted by faeuboulanger at 11:20 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by faeuboulanger at 11:20 AM PST - 4 comments
Home phone recommendations?
Please recommend a good landline phone system for our home + home office. [more inside]
Grace under fire
Non-lame way to handle homophobic intimidation? [more inside]
posted by dontjumplarry at 11:06 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by dontjumplarry at 11:06 AM PST - 26 comments
Sheriff Andy Griffith (dead) wife
Does the Andy Griffith Show ever reveal what happened to the sheriff's wife or even if she's dead?
Scheduling app for a doctor's website
Scheduling app or plugin for a doctor's website [more inside]
Stats on men who are falsely accused?
Are there any statistics regarding the number of men who work in childcare and are falsely accused of abusing the children in their care? [more inside]
posted by Jairus at 10:24 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Jairus at 10:24 AM PST - 5 comments
Is there a way for me to post videos of my toddler online without worrying about being investigated as a paedophile?
Is there a way for me to post videos of my toddler online - which include some of her in the bathtub - without worrying about being investigated as a paedophile? [more inside]
roku vs. boxee
Final Decision: Roku or Boxee ?? I am between either the Boxee Box or Roku XDS. I like the Boxee platform, but the boxee box doesn't have netflix yet, they claim it's gonna be available some time soon. Roku seems to be great, works as described, just not as robust as Boxee...
So, convince me either way... [more inside]
posted by fozzie33 at 9:43 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by fozzie33 at 9:43 AM PST - 18 comments
headline/title
What is this thing on my inner lower lip? [more inside]
posted by tehloki at 9:38 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by tehloki at 9:38 AM PST - 12 comments
Roadtrip through Oregon!
What should I make sure to see on a short roadtrip through Oregon after xmas? [more inside]
How Green is My Water
We have a ten gallon tank and a goldfish, Monster Truck, the best goldfish a girl could win at a county fair Monster Truck II the best replacement goldfish for the best goldfish a girl could win at a county fair. We also have an impressive amount of algae. [more inside]
What are good jobs that can take you abroad for extended periods of time?
What are good jobs that can take you abroad for extended periods of time? [more inside]
Windows live onecare - restoring backup trouble. Help me hive mind.
Windows Live OneCare Help! - I have a windows onecare back up on an external hard drive from 2009, my windows live onecare subscription has expired. I have windows XP service pack 3 running on my laptop. Now, the restore tool won't allow me to open the backup or restore it. Is there any way around this? I really really need to get access to some old photos that are on this back up. I tried google but everything leads me to the backup restore utility. Hope me Please!!
posted by VickyR at 8:23 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by VickyR at 8:23 AM PST - 3 comments
Political convention demographics
This is for a research project. I am looking for information on visitors to republican and democratic national conventions in 2008. 1. What share of *out of town travelers* to minn and Denver were male? 2. What share were married of those male travelers? 3. If not that convention, then can this info be collected for any other major political convention? And source this if possible.
posted by scunning at 8:23 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by scunning at 8:23 AM PST - 1 comment
Christmas in rehab.
Merry Christmas from my time zone. I'm having Christmas lunch today with a friend who is in rehab, at the rehab center. Most of the people there will be there because they're not allowed out yet. [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 8:01 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Ahab at 8:01 AM PST - 8 comments
iHoHoHo
Is there any way to enroll someone into the Apple Development Program as a gift? [more inside]
posted by xqwzts at 6:48 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by xqwzts at 6:48 AM PST - 6 comments
My Christmas sucked, how was yours?
Dad is on life support. He has no advance directive/living will. How do we make end-of-life decisions when none of us are capable of thinking clearly? [more inside]
"Let us fly!" said the flea / "Let us flee!" said the fly
Yeah, I'm flightier than a hummingbird. Help me not to be? [more inside]
Who're good speculative fiction writers who write fine prose?
Who're good speculative fiction writers who write fine prose? [more inside]
Help me cook rice in OJ and chicken broth without burning it.
How do I cook my rice-based (with OJ and chicken broth) stuffing so the bottom doesn't burn? [more inside]
Let me hear you say Ho?
What is the video that plays on the jumbo tron at sports events that has Santa Claus rapping? "Let me hear you say HOoooo" [more inside]
Apathy, eh?
It's not that I'm hostile, it's just that I'm indifferent to almost everything. How do I engage with my life again? How do I beat this persistent apathy? [more inside]
posted by saveyoursanity at 5:52 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by saveyoursanity at 5:52 AM PST - 11 comments
Try as I might I cannot escape the sound of suffering
Dear metafilter, I know this has probably been asked millions of times but it's been a rough night. I broke up with him because I feel like I'm not in love with him, but why do I miss him so much? Why does it hurt this much? [more inside]
December 23
Mystery Meat: Can you identify it?
Mystery Meat. My aunt gave me this meat a month ago. I can't remember what she said it was. I vaguely remember the word "breakfast." What kind of meat is it and how should I prepare it?
What clothes can I wear to reduce sweating while doing contra dance?
What clothes can I wear to reduce sweating while doing contra dance? I've considered wicking shirts, but I thought that they might cause the sweat to simply end up on the shirt's surface of my shoulder where my dance partner holds me. Does that make sense? I want to minimize sweat there. It would be really helpful if you could be very specific, to the point of links to products.
how do I avoid saying something stupid or inappropriate about your x, the father of your child?
Guy trying to date a beautiful single mother don'ts filter: Young single mothers who date: how do I avoid saying something stupid or inappropriate about your x, the father of your child? [more inside]
posted by eli_d at 9:29 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by eli_d at 9:29 PM PST - 27 comments
Please suggest guides for a new homeowner
I am a new home owner after 19 years of living in dorms or apartments. I want to make sure that I keep it in the best condition possible. I am looking for suggestions of guide books and websites which others have found useful for a new homeowner. I am looking to cover basic maintenance and lawn/garden care. I have found several but have no idea which ones are actually good.
A Pound Is A Pound Is A Pound
How many pounds fresh spinach do I need to yield 1 pound cooked spinach? I can't believe how difficult this is to find: most of the Google search results are "x lbs spinach = x cups" or "how many ounces of fresh spinach in a pound" (groan). My recipe doesn't care about volume, it cares about weight!
posted by sfkiddo at 9:24 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sfkiddo at 9:24 PM PST - 10 comments
What kind of dog would suit this lifestyle?
Asking for a friend: What kind of dog would suit this lifestyle? [more inside]
Help me help my mom
My mother is very sick in the hospital. She needs my dad and I to be her advocate, but never having dealt with hospitals before we both are overwhelmed by the complexity of it all. Insurance issues aside, what should we be doing to ensure she is getting the best care possible? [more inside]
They do WHAT with it?
When did porn get so ... rough? (NSFW inside) [more inside]
Will the not-painful knot in my shoulder ever go away?
Will the not-painful knot in my shoulder ever go away? [more inside]
posted by mchorn at 7:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mchorn at 7:32 PM PST - 6 comments
How to get the best conversion rate (GB Pound to US Dollar)?
How to get the best conversion rate (GB Pound to US Dollar)?
I've been working in London for the past year, trying to save up money for grad school when I return to the states. I was told that December was the best month of the year to do a GBP to USD conversion (not too sure how accurate that is).
I bank with Barclays (England) and Chase (US) and am in the states at the moment. I've brought the money (in GBP) over because I thought it would give me more conversion options.
I know that it can get complicated with conversion rates changing, various banks with their own exchange rates, etc. I'm willing to open an online bank account if that's the best option to transfer pounds to dollars.
Are there any conversion geniuses out there who can help give me any tips?
Many thanks!
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Just what I need before we go camping for 4 days... NOT.
My kids have a new R4 card for their Nintendo DSi's. It has stopped working after 2 days, proudly announcing that there is a system error. Is there a rescue remedy? [more inside]
Steam heater: adding water
Steam heating system in an old house. Do I add water, and where? [more inside]
Help me have an awesome trip to Riviera Maya
URGENT TRAVEL FILTER: Flying to Riviera Maya for the first time at 5am tomorrow morning for a 10-day vacation with my girlfriend. What do we absolutely NEED to do, and what should we be careful of/avoid? [more inside]
Openness of mind
Is there a way to expand who you are attracted to? [more inside]
Should I move to Austin?
Blow thirty mill' like I'm Hammer
What job should I take to make as much money as possible, in order to donate it to charity? [more inside]
posted by Mike1024 at 5:01 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Mike1024 at 5:01 PM PST - 31 comments
Trouble Turning On
I've got a lamp plugged into a wall switch controlled outlet. I'd like to be able to turn off the light at the switch and next to the lamp while somehow maintaining the ability to turn the light on from either spot regardless of how I turned the lamp off. (Degree of difficulty: I don't want a Clapper). [more inside]
Should I just drink more?
Is it reasonable that I want my husband's family to know about his unemployment? [more inside]
HPV freakout
Ex-girlfriend's Pap showed abnormal results, what do they mean and how concerned should she be? [more inside]
Teach and ski?
Looking for business courses near ski resorts, anywhere in the world. [more inside]
Will it bake?
Why are snapware/glasslock containers not oven safe? [more inside]
posted by tintexas at 4:15 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by tintexas at 4:15 PM PST - 7 comments
CSS Positioning Problem
I have a CSS positioning problem. Santa please help solve it! [more inside]
posted by bonsai forest at 4:13 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by bonsai forest at 4:13 PM PST - 13 comments
F---ing microeconomics, how do they work?
Help me understand how to apply microeconomics concepts to a simulation with a very small number of actors. [more inside]
posted by zvs at 4:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by zvs at 4:08 PM PST - 5 comments
Alone in Christchurch on Christmas: how to celebrate?
What should a lone traveler do to celebrate Christmas in a strange city? (in this case, Christchurch, New Zealand?) [more inside]
posted by fermion at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by fermion at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
More systems, please (fantasy novel recommendation request)
Recommend me a fantasy novel (that matches some particular tastes) [more inside]
posted by piato at 3:34 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by piato at 3:34 PM PST - 41 comments
Sand in Winter?
Where in Michigan can I buy clean sand this time of year? [more inside]
posted by Mertonian at 3:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Mertonian at 3:16 PM PST - 8 comments
French
You're the best hive for this, so if you're feeling generous with your abundant knowledge...Mind assisting with some French translations of menu items and some clarification on Haitian dishes? [more inside]
Hungry Caterpillar knitting pattern
Does anyone know of a pattern for a knit version of The Very Hungry Caterpillar? I'd like to make a mobile for friend's who are having their first baby.
Thank you!
posted by _cakes at 2:54 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by _cakes at 2:54 PM PST - 12 comments
Turn my wall into a dry-wipe area?
I'd love to turn a large area (3m by 1m) of my wall into effectively a whiteboard, by covering it in some kind of transparent film. What's the cheapest way of doing this?
Essentially, I want something very similar to this but I can't use anything like paint, since I'm in university accommodation [more inside]
Film recomendations are SERIOUS BUSINESS
I'd like some good recommendations for films that revolve around something being serious business. The more obscure that something is, and the more the move generates unexpected dramatic interest in it the better.
Help Me Remember This Moon Game
Atari or Nintendo video game. It's driving me crazy that I can't remember the name of it. [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras at 2:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 2:26 PM PST - 10 comments
Help a girl pick a sport for life.
I want to pick a sport that I can play throughout my life. I admire those people who are triathletes, tennis players or runners (really, whoever is playing a sport that they are enjoying). They look good and they feel good (at least they look like they are enjoying themselves). I want to become one of those people, but I need help! [more inside]
Can anyone recommend a very user friendly (preferably free or shareware) CAD program for MAC (10.5.8, non intel)?
Can anyone recommend a very user friendly (preferably free or shareware) CAD program for MAC (10.5.8, non intel)? [more inside]
posted by getupandgo at 1:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by getupandgo at 1:24 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me choose barebones Windows hosting
What is a good bare-bones hosting for ASP.NET / IIS 7 / SQL Server? This is for someone who's just messing around. [more inside]
The Caesar
Why did long hair fall out of fashion for men? [more inside]
posted by eurasian at 12:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by eurasian at 12:41 PM PST - 15 comments
Mignonne allons voir a tattoo
Francophones, s'il vous plait, une jeune amie a besoin d'une traduction!
She wants "by any other name would smell as sweet" from Romeo and Juliet translated into French for a tat she's getting. The words will surround a rose. Her name is Juliet. My French is a bit rusty, I came up with par tout autre nom sentirait aussi bon. Any better suggestions?
posted by mareli at 12:08 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by mareli at 12:08 PM PST - 11 comments
How to remove the air cleaner duct to change the headlight in a '96 Corolla
How do I remove the air cleaner duct in order to change a headlight in a '96 Corolla? [more inside]
Can I use a Canadian iPad in the US?
Can I use a Canadian iPad in the US? [more inside]
Xbox 360 to use solely with Kinect - 4GB or 250GB version?
I want an Xbox 360 to play Kinect games. Should I buy the 4GB version or the 250GB version?
Does the 4GB version of the Xbox 360 provide enough space to play Kinect games? I already have a PS3 and still plan to use that as my main gaming system. I want the Xbox 360 just for Kinect. Is it really worth the extra $100 for the 250GB version if I'm only going to play Kinect games?
Also, how difficult is it to install a larger hard drive on the 4GB version?
posted by parakeetdog at 11:40 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by parakeetdog at 11:40 AM PST - 13 comments
Wedding guest resources in RI?
I am getting married in providence, RI and having the reception in Cranston, RI. I am in the process of creating a list of hotels, B&B and things to do for guests. Any recommendations for:
Hotels
B&B's
Things to do around town
Info on how to get deals at hotels for wedding guests? Thank you so much for your help and happy holidays!
Society collapses into chaos: scenes from my Greyhound bus trip
My brother gave me so many hassles about "are you really going to take Greyhound??" that I'd like to send him joke "pictures from my trip" -- over-the-top movie screenshots about the worst bus trip ever: a post-apocalyptic bus/train station, 1980s punks with mohawks in a futuristic Mad Max gang standing around barrel fires at the edge of town... [more inside]
Can we eat cheese left out all night and not die?
Another question about can I eat this. When putting away our Christmas Groceries my husband overlooked putting the cheese in the fridge. A container of Parmesan shavings and two hunks of soft goat cheese were left out all night. Should we toss or keep?
Did I give myself gangrene?
Did I accidentally give myself gangrene? [more inside]
Help me have a shower
How do I kludge up a shower attachment in my bathroom? [more inside]
I want the real deal not some biased view
Holiday Filter: My Racist Relative! I want to both educate myself & avoid conflict. Please help. [more inside]
invitation font?
Yet another font recommendation request. [more inside]
Dancing in Seattle at 8pm
Where's a good place to go dancing in Seattle early in the evening of New Year's Eve? [more inside]
I need to mask the noise that comes from my office
I need to mask the noise that comes from my office. What's a simple way to do this? [more inside]
posted by whatideserve at 9:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by whatideserve at 9:33 AM PST - 11 comments
Meta product finder?
Is there a site or software that acts as a meta product finder? [more inside]
Help make this meat cake a success
MEAT CAKE. I'm in over my head and need help finishing this off. Caveat: made with shredded turkey confit, not the normal meatloaf meat cake! [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by anonymous at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
Too late to tip?
Tipping: Someone sends a big pizza delivery ($100+) to a vendor for a holiday party, but forgets to add a tip when paying over the phone. The people receiving the pizza don't give a tip. The person who ordered the pizza eventually realizes that they forgot, but not until a couple of days later. Anything to do about it, or just let it go?
posted by epersonae at 8:49 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by epersonae at 8:49 AM PST - 22 comments
Leasing IT equipment rates...
My company is looking at leasing IT equipment for the first time. We've gotten several quotes, but the rates appear to be rather high. Considering we have excellent credit, what interest rate range should we be looking at for a $100K lease for 36 months? If it matters, the equipment is CISCO routers and switches.
Thanks!
methadone is to heroin as __________ is to Trader Joe's Candy Cane Green Tea
My S.O. and I have developed a deep and abiding love (some might call it an addiction) for Trader Joe's Candy Cane Green Tea. Unfortunately, the tea has gone into hibernation until next year. What to do? [more inside]
recommended prose stylists
Please recommend some great prose stylists! [more inside]
posted by AceRock at 8:18 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by AceRock at 8:18 AM PST - 24 comments
Flakes need friends, too...right?
Loaned a friend a smart phone and very soon afterward he dropped it in water. Help me to beanplate how to get over feeling irritated at my friend. [more inside]
What is the best music podcast that you listen to regularly?
Any suggestions for great music podcasts? I should clarify that I am looking for actual music, not podcasts where people talk about music. Also, I would like something that is updated on a semi-regular basis, at least weekly. I am open to most any genre, and would love to hear what you consider to be the best music podcast available!
NYC highrise restaurants?
Are there any decent restaurants in NYC that have a great view? [more inside]
Wherever you are, it is your friends who make your world
I'm a woman in my 30s. Six months ago, I moved cities to be with my boyfriend. Things with him are going pretty well, but I really, really miss my old friends, and I really need to make some new friends. How can I make some new friends? [more inside]
Just what the hell is this thing, anyway?
McSweeny's. Explain. [more inside]
"Pen scanner" recommendations? Is it even called a pen scanner?
"Pen scanner" recommendations? Is it even called a pen scanner? [more inside]
I want to pay you to send me paying customers
Tiny company with a (physical) product for sale online. We want to pay you if you bring us a customer. We want a great affiliate marketing management system. [more inside]
seeking a web genius
Who can design a really cool website for a writer, historian and activist? [more inside]
posted by crazylegs at 5:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by crazylegs at 5:30 AM PST - 6 comments
What sound driver do I need and why didn't Apple include it?
How can I get the sound to work on my MacBook Pro (2010 6,2 model) when I use Windows 7 (64 bit) via BootCamp? [more inside]
Nobody remembers a pirate on his birthday.
"Nobody remembers a pirate on his birthday." Where did I see this piece of art online? [more inside]
posted by Sufi at 4:14 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Sufi at 4:14 AM PST - 3 comments
Please recommend modern Spanish classical choral music
I'm looking for 20th and 21st-century Spanish classical choral music -- the Spanish equivalent of Whitacre, Britten, Lauridsen, Howells or Barber, for example. [more inside]
posted by impluvium at 3:19 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by impluvium at 3:19 AM PST - 3 comments
Night-pickling before Christmas.
December 22
Footnotes just don't work in an Audio Book
I really like discovering new books through book reviews in newspapers (New York Review of Books, New Yorker, and NY Times, mainly) and from some book blogs I read. But what are good sources of reviews of audio books? [more inside]
posted by bluefly at 9:30 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by bluefly at 9:30 PM PST - 10 comments
Nonfiction jury tv-series documentary?
Was there a nonfiction TV series a few years ago that was basically a legal documentary containing footage of jury deliberations? (If so, what was its name and is it on DVD?) Or did I just imagine this?
posted by Mr. Justice at 8:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mr. Justice at 8:57 PM PST - 5 comments
cupcake and grilling basket
I need cool kitchen tools/spices/nice ingredients/etc that are grilling and cupcake related. [more inside]
posted by NoraReed at 8:48 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by NoraReed at 8:48 PM PST - 19 comments
How to announce to my boss that I'm quitting?
I'm about to quit the great job I've had for the past 6 years for personal reasons. I'm in charge of a lot of projects and I'm stressed about the transition with my future successor. I'm looking for advice on how to handle this situation. [more inside]
posted by kag at 8:38 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kag at 8:38 PM PST - 15 comments
I want a new drug, not Dr. Freud
Talk therapy sucks. Did it, doesn't work for me, have the t-shirt. Meds work (or have); how do I get them without having to grovel to another therapist? [more inside]
What's a good comprehensive book on the basics of personal health?
What's a good comprehensive book on the basics of personal health? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 8:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lunchbox at 8:22 PM PST - 10 comments
Is there no way to get Tivo to work with a Cable box?
Does Tivo removing the IR output from series 3 machines upwards leave us screwed to use a cable box? Is there any way for a series 3/4 Tivo to control a digital cable box, and if not, what are our options? [more inside]
Parody songs about New Jersey
Am I just imagining? Two joke songs about New Jersey. [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb at 7:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Meatbomb at 7:35 PM PST - 13 comments
Help me plan my summer in advance- deliciously!
Any recommendations for cooking school programs for a summer travel experience? I live and work in NYC and have taken rec courses at ICE, FCI etc. Needless to say, they are very expensive. I would like to do the equivalent, maybe in Buenos Aires or somewhere similar. Basically would love to go to cooking school ft but it costs too much and I only have the summer off. Hence, thinking it might be nice to combine interest with travelling and perhaps even spend less than I would staying in New York. (perhaps wishful thinking!). Has anyone done something similar?
posted by bquarters at 7:15 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bquarters at 7:15 PM PST - 5 comments
We want to buy a mattress but we always get little valleys in them soon after we buy them.
Our mattresses always crush down quickly and make a trough where each of us sleep. What can we do with our next mattress to not have this happen? [more inside]
How do I not be an obnoxious album funder?
I've offered to help fund the pressing of a local musician's new album. Help me not to be an arse about it. [more inside]
posted by scruss at 7:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by scruss at 7:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Looking for scholarly works on the American Nazi Party
Looking for scholarly books about the American Nazi Party, George Lincoln Rockwell, and William Luther Pierce. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:42 PM PST - 4 comments
West Village for under 2 k?
My BFF is moving to NYC. I'm thrilled for him and want to help him find the best place possible... [more inside]
Oh Body, Let's be Friends
Why did I gain weight? And, more importantly, how can I not get freaked out and obsessive now? [more inside]
Make me a beautiful TPS report
After reading the Wire article about blood tests getting a make over, I want to find software that will allow me to custom design a report but have the data be automated (from a spreadsheet, database, etc.).
I think Word will do this but I'm looking for more horsepower in the graphic department.
Is this even possible?
posted by grefo at 5:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by grefo at 5:07 PM PST - 6 comments
duties on a bike imported into australia
YANML or Customs agent: i'm importing a cargo bike to australia, I've been told there is an import duty concession for complete bikes but i'm confused. The bike (which has not been sent yet) will be arriving at the port, I've never had to clear anything through customs before and am keen to hear from anyone with advice on how to make it simple.
Oh and my cargo bike has three wheels so it's technically a tricycle. [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by compound eye at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
War on the Korean Peninsula, Who Benifits
Which countries would benifit from a war on the Korean peninsula?
My students want to know. [more inside]
Do I feed the beast or starve it?
Keeping the weight off: how to quell the lizard brain? [more inside]
posted by rouftop at 4:14 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by rouftop at 4:14 PM PST - 30 comments
Can anyone recommend a cheap(ish) fabric desk chair?
Does anyone have recommendations for a super-comfy desk chair for home? [more inside]
I'm due there in 26 minutes
Going back to the gym after a layoff. How much is too much? [more inside]
Find someone to make me a Santa tree topper
Where can I find someone to make me a stained glass/shell Santa tree topper? [more inside]
LG Cosmos cellphone manual sucks.
I just got the LG Cosmos on Verizon (not the LG Cosmos Touch), and the booklet it comes with is nearly useless. Anyone else have this phone? Help? [more inside]
Hospital Transfer Help
How to get a hospital transfer approved and done *fast*? [more inside]
Help me find a TV documetnary on a self-building housing co-operative in the UK
I'm after a documentary I once saw about a self-building housing co-operative in the UK—or more information about the programmes. [more inside]
posted by Fiasco da Gama at 2:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Fiasco da Gama at 2:55 PM PST - 4 comments
I don't want to be a POG.
[USMC] I am going to enlist in the Marines, but I don't want to be a pogue/POG. What do I need to do? [more inside]
posted by okaasan at 2:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by okaasan at 2:52 PM PST - 18 comments
Where's Wacko?
Where is this person? Person says they are calling from one state, caller ID says they are calling from another state, thousands of miles away. [more inside]
Christmas Sex Reveal (SFW)
My husband and I just found out that our baby, due in May, is a girl. We have ultrasound pictures to share with the family and would like to add a Christmas-y (or not), caption to it in order to reveal the sex of the baby to the family. [more inside]
posted by deadcrow at 2:13 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by deadcrow at 2:13 PM PST - 28 comments
Handshake, hug, or friendly nod?
Is this attainable or not?
[Scottishfilter] Does anyone know where I can purchase a Scottish mail sweater (I guess it would be Scottish postal pullover to some)? Mr. Shaarog wanted one for Christmas but I have had zero luck finding anything about them on the Internet. [more inside]
How do you know how much a company like UPS will charge for delivery?
How do you know if a delivery company like UPS or Purolator will charge you for delivering something? [more inside]
How to deal with confusion related to important things?
An ex, mixed signals, and dangerous times. How do I proceed? [more inside]
What is a good site for finding the best meeting time for a group of people?
What is a good site for finding the best meeting time for a group of people?
There are a few out there, like whenisgood.net and MeetingPuzzle, but they fall short of some criteria I'm looking for. [more inside]
Best scar revision for minimal scars?
I need to get the BEST possible scar revision for scars on my arm that make me look like a cutter. They are slightly discolored, and barely raised from the skin. Where should I begin looking? [more inside]
Why do videogame developers not allow players to remap their controller?
Help me to understand a prevalent console-based video game UI design decision : Why do so few developers allow the player to freely remap buttons on their controller? [more inside]
posted by radiosilents at 1:14 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by radiosilents at 1:14 PM PST - 12 comments
Dealing with an ex who lives upstairs
I'm looking for advice in dealing with an unfortunate living situation related to my ex. [more inside]
How to stop an overblown but not totally irrational fear?
I am a grown-ass woman who is afraid of going to bed alone. [more inside]
Gum that won't burn my mouth?
I nearly constantly chew gum to keep my teeth and tongue occupied, but the gums I've tried recently are failures. Any recommendations for a sugar-free, long-lasting gum? [more inside]
posted by bookdragoness at 12:57 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by bookdragoness at 12:57 PM PST - 25 comments
What is this type of sequence called?
TerminologyFilter - What do you call sequences that have a recursive element in interpreting them. I have a hazy memory of a letter sequence where for example each third letter had to be recited along with the letter four letters back. (Just an example, and the rule dealing with reciting could have been completely different, but it definitely had a regressive/recursive element.) [more inside]
posted by Clementines4ever at 12:35 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Clementines4ever at 12:35 PM PST - 2 comments
I take my time like I take my notes: on lines.
I'm trying to compile a compendium of histories of things, especially everyday sorts of things, in graphic form. Please direct me to your favorite timelines! [more inside]
Should I say something about this strange situation? Is it even strange?
What do to about a child in a potentially abusive situation? [more inside]
so why exactly should I talk to you?
At risk of sounding like a terrible person (or maybe just *being* a terrible person): what is it that everyone thinks I'm missing out on by not being on speaking terms with my parents? [more inside]
I'd like to give someone a gift certificate to a custom tailor. Please recommend a good one in New York.
I'd like to give someone a gift certificate to a custom tailor. Please recommend a good one in New York. [more inside]
Need a Huge Image
Would you recommend a large high quality photo with which to put a large format printer through it's paces? Anything at all, as long as it can bring the megapixels. [more inside]
posted by parallax7d at 11:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by parallax7d at 11:52 AM PST - 9 comments
Lighten my wallet, lighten me.
What should I spend $100 by the end of the year to help me lose weight? [more inside]
you're good enough, smart enough, and goshdarnit people like you
My mother is interested in "Daily Affirmation"-style websites and is looking for some new ones. [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 11:05 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by gerryblog at 11:05 AM PST - 9 comments
DVI-DVI or DVI-HDMI?
Should I go for DVI-DVI or DVI-HDMI for connecting my new monitor to my computer? [more inside]
Gift: Old iPhone -> iPod Touch
We're giving our niece an old iPhone 3G to use as an iPod Touch. What do we need to do?
I restored it, which seemed to have deleted everything. Took out the SIM card. Looks like it works fine. The only hitch is that the device still thinks it's a phone with phone app icon. And when connected to iTunes it shows my wife's phone number. I think this is only an aesthetic issue. Doesn't bother me that our niece knows her aunt's phone number. Are there any other issues to consider? Will a SIM card be needed for future updates? Should I attempt jail breaking? It's running the latest iOS, for better or worse.
Please help me to tell people I will not always be available to them
Please help me to politely tell people that I am not available 24/7 by phone. [more inside]
posted by triggerfinger at 10:23 AM PST - 63 comments
posted by triggerfinger at 10:23 AM PST - 63 comments
Android... alive!
My wonderful HTC Legend and I are a match made in heaven. Help me make the most of it. The jump - you know you want to. [more inside]
Best large File inter-operable file system?
What is the most inter-operable file system that can handled files larger then 4GB? (i.e. DVD iso files at 4.7GB or uncompressed AVI that are larger then 4GB.) Best would be something that Windows XP/Vista/7, Ubuntu/other linux flavors, and Mac could all read and write. [more inside]
Self sabotage
Help me spend my money!
Unexpectedly received a holiday bonus check today. What should I do with it? [more inside]
posted by coupdefoudre at 9:51 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by coupdefoudre at 9:51 AM PST - 29 comments
I don't want luxury but I would like to make ends meet.
I can't make ends meet and am at the point of looking into bankruptcy. Please help me understand bankruptcy and if it would even work for me. Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
Search xkcd by date?
Is there a way to search xkcd by date? The one I'm looking for today is 1 Aug. 2009, but this is not the first time I've wanted to search by date.
posted by Bruce H. at 9:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Bruce H. at 9:22 AM PST - 5 comments
Help us pick the perfect island in the Bahamas
We are planning a trip to the Bahamas, and would love advice or recommendations from anyone familiar with the islands. [more inside]
posted by Alpenglow at 9:11 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Alpenglow at 9:11 AM PST - 2 comments
Whamma Jamma
Canning preserves without a pressure canner? [more inside]
posted by JABof72 at 9:09 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by JABof72 at 9:09 AM PST - 22 comments
Architecture! In Boston.
Architect friend is visiting Boston. What to do? [more inside]
Let's Party! (But... Uh... Could you show me how first?)
Help me throw myself my first real birthday party. [more inside]
Sometimes earlier, at about 3pm.
How can I tell the coworker I share an office with that he has terrible, terrible foot odor? [more inside]
Broken family at Christmas
MeFite desperately seeking advice/contacts/ideas for travelling from Dublin to Orlando stat [more inside]
Inexpensive but Decent Beer of the Month Club?
Suggestions for a relatively inexpensive but decent quality beer of the month club (or something similar)? [more inside]
Searching for a gym bag/purse
After years of fruitless searching for the ideal bag that doubles as gym bag and handbag/purse... [more inside]
Food at Christmas in Palma??
Mallorca filter:
I have booked three days on my own in a hotel just outside Palma for the 24, 25 and 26th December - but only bed and breakfast. (Been to Palma once before in winter so roughly know my way around) Can anyone tell me for sure what if any (kind of) shops, supermarkets and/or cafes are likely to be open over Xmas - basically will I be able to feed myself there (don't care at all what I eat) or should I make sure to pack three days of tea and biscuits?
Tramadol?
[Med-filter] Experiences with Tramadol [more inside]
posted by handbanana at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by handbanana at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
Enable WoWLAN on a 945GCT-M3 motherboard/BIOS?
Enable WoWLAN on a 945GCT-M3 motherboard/BIOS? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj at 8:03 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by nitsuj at 8:03 AM PST - 3 comments
Music video identification
Help me identify a music video with anime-like influences. [more inside]
posted by komara at 7:59 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by komara at 7:59 AM PST - 2 comments
Looking for the Illustrated Guide to Being?
Help one of smallish brain understand the phenomenology of Jean-Luc Marion, particularly the ideas of "givenness" and the "saturated phenomemon?" [more inside]
posted by cross_impact at 7:56 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by cross_impact at 7:56 AM PST - 3 comments
Vintage non-electric , gas burner based oven?
A few decades ago there was this enamel coated oven contraption, resplendent with a small glass door that slid down, that you'd put on the gas burner, it would heat up from below and could then be used as an ordinary baking device. It had virtually no inner parts, aside from maybe a coil.
They had them in Europe and Israel - what were they called? Are they still made? (It isn't the Wonder Pot).
posted by watercarrier at 7:54 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by watercarrier at 7:54 AM PST - 9 comments
Searching for Vintage Safety Pin
I'm looking for a large vintage safety pin in NYC [more inside]
App me, Amadeus!
I want to make electronic music on my iPad. Which apps are best? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 7:04 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Shepherd at 7:04 AM PST - 13 comments
How to get fast Wifi without raising our blood pressure?
Internet Fury in Brooklyn: We seem to be unable to get a fast internet service in our apartment in Brooklyn; please help me figure out what the problem is. [more inside]
explain this comic to me
Can someone explain the punchline in today's luann comic to me?
posted by yeoz at 6:31 AM PST - 52 comments
posted by yeoz at 6:31 AM PST - 52 comments
Turn me into a Civ IV jedi.
Turn me into a Civ IV jedi. [more inside]
Is there a how to manual for self-hosted Wordpress sites?
Is there a how to manual for self-hosted Wordpress sites? [more inside]
Craving subspace
I've recently come to the conclusion that I need sexual submission and abandon in order to be happy. But I'm concerned about how to do this in a way that both feels authentic and is emotionally safe. [more inside]
posted by 3491again at 4:06 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by 3491again at 4:06 AM PST - 21 comments
Scan of Designers in Playboy July 1961
I need a high-quality scan of this photo from Playboy's July 1961 issue. [more inside]
posted by cmchap at 3:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by cmchap at 3:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Wordpress.org or Blogger? Help me decide which would be best in this case, please.
During this holiday break I'm going to be purchasing a domain name and migrating a University department's WordPress.com blog over to either WordPress.org or Blogger. I need help deciding which (Wordpress.org or Blogger) will be the best way to go based on the blog's needs and the capabilities of its authors. [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 2:50 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 2:50 AM PST - 9 comments
It isn't nostalgia if you don't remember it.
What was the origin of the 1980s catch phrase, "Thank you, master, for the buzz?" [more inside]
How do I get this ram to work with this motherboard?
Please help me get get 12 gigs of OCZ Reaper 1600 DDR 3 to work with an Asus P6X58D-E motherboard and an i7-950. [more inside]
Ideal body stats and how fast to attain them
I'm going to make 2011 the year I keep my New Year's resolution to lose weight. Can you help me figure out a realistic target/loss rate? [more inside]
Help us get to our hotel
We're going to Singapore on the 24th and are staying at Marina Mandarin Oriental hotel. All I could dig up was that it was ten minutes from the City Hall MRT. How do we get to there from the MRT? Or, since we're four people who will be going there, would it be cheaper to just take a cab from the airport?
December 21
Help this newly-arrived student acquire internet service in Canada.
Student visa in Canada; no SIN or CDN credit card, hence no CDN credit history. Can't get anyone to give me internet/TV or mobile phone service!? [more inside]
posted by wowbobwow at 9:21 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by wowbobwow at 9:21 PM PST - 13 comments
Can therapy give concrete help with social skills?
Unbearable loneliness is making me consider trying therapy again. I'd like to work with someone who can give me concrete help on improving my social skills. Do such therapists exist, and how can I find one? [more inside]
Cruising with a toddler
We'd like to go on a family cruise in the second half of May: myself, my husband, Baby J and my parents. What will this be like? And also, got any specific recommendations? [more inside]
posted by sillymama at 8:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sillymama at 8:25 PM PST - 6 comments
Driving south from SF
Driving south from San Francisco to southern California over an entire week. What's interesting on the way? [more inside]
posted by pantsrobot at 8:20 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by pantsrobot at 8:20 PM PST - 29 comments
VBAin't working
VBA for Word help. A lot of help. I'm trying to find a string, then search and replace a space within that string. I can do parts of this, but not the whole thing and not for the whole document at once. [more inside]
posted by theredpen at 8:16 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by theredpen at 8:16 PM PST - 16 comments
How did you decide to do what you do?
How did you decide what you wanted to do for a living? [more inside]
How can I alter the behavior of my WordPress menu?
WordPress menu question: I have a WordPress site which has a menu bar and some drop-down menus. I don't want the "root" of each drop down to lead anywhere... [more inside]
posted by brownrd at 7:46 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by brownrd at 7:46 PM PST - 7 comments
Who covered this Lead Belly song?
Can someone id this cover of Lead Belly's Whoa Buck?
It starts at around 3:40 in this video.
Does a hit tooth almost always die?
I fell on my face ice skating two days ago and hit one of my upper front teeth directly on the ice. I've read plenty about teeth dying after trauma. Is this usually the case? [more inside]
I would eat more ice cream and less beans
Is the future of textbooks apparently now?
Looking for suggestions for software platforms to use to design an interactive online textbook for college literature courses. Thanks! [more inside]
Should we buy this house?
We want to move. We've decided to stay in Omaha. I found a house that is a REAL bargain. So I need you, dear mefites, to help me measure the pros and cons. [more inside]
A step up from MS Word? Desktop publishing software?
I've been fighting with a 60 page Word document that has become unbearable. Is it me? Is it Word? Do I need to be using different software in combination with Word? [more inside]
Picking the best 60 inch tv I can find.
So we have decided to buy a new 60 inch tv for Christmas.
I have spent a few days running around looking at various models in stores. I have also read that stores to tweaks to the tv to make them look good in the store. Right now I am looking mostly at Sharp, Sony and Samsung [more inside]
system dynamics
Maths-filter: please recommend some good resources (books, sites, software) for learning about numerical simulations of large (like 20+ dimensional) dynamical systems, especially in continuous time. [more inside]
Keeping apartment safe during maintenance
My landlord wants me to leave my apartment unlocked so maintenance people can enter during the day. This makes me uncomfortable. How much should I push back? [more inside]
posted by Maarika at 5:14 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by Maarika at 5:14 PM PST - 35 comments
Woman's Professional Laptop Sleeve/ Case
Need to find a cool laptop sleeve / bag for a professional Mom in Charlotte, NC. [more inside]
posted by unccivil at 5:05 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by unccivil at 5:05 PM PST - 8 comments
It's sneak in an awkward question time!
Is there a word or phrase which describes the asking of a personal question, which would never normally be asked in normal circumstances, and isn't particularly relevant, during an argument or discussion on a particular topic?
posted by devnull at 4:03 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by devnull at 4:03 PM PST - 17 comments
Can I have a moderately lively, none-too-crowed Las Vegas New Year celebration?
I'm thinking of going to Las Vegas for New Years Eve with Mrs. filthy light thief, to visit a friend of hers who lives out there and ring in the new year. EXCEPT: we're looking to avoid crowds. And traffic. Is this actually possible? [more inside]
Choose any 3.
Help me find this gorgeous youtube mashup I stumbled upon once a long time ago. [more inside]
posted by cirrostratus at 3:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by cirrostratus at 3:38 PM PST - 5 comments
Need to merge some image bands.
Very basic image merging program for windows? [more inside]
My Mac Mini flashes a screen on boot, then goes to no signal?
I have a Mac Mini (2007, Intel GMA 950 graphics card, 10.5.8), with DVI out. Out of nowhere, when I boot up I'll see nothing with the monitor reporting no signal. After it boots up, I'll see a blue screen, followed by my wallpaper ... then no signal again. I can VNC into it and everything looks fine. Changing resolutions doesn't do anything. If I unplug the DVI cable and plug it back in, it'll work for a few seconds and then back to the no signal. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by geoff. at 2:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by geoff. at 2:59 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I subtly let people know that I'm gay?
I'd like to know if there are any others who have people who are not into the scene or online dating to let people know, subtly, that I may play for the other team. [more inside]
posted by Kamen Rider: Sock Puppet at 2:55 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Kamen Rider: Sock Puppet at 2:55 PM PST - 19 comments
St Louis accent?
I'm looking for evidence of a St Louis accent. [more inside]
posted by mpls2 at 2:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by mpls2 at 2:52 PM PST - 18 comments
Help me identify this neat crime jazz tune with trombones..
Please help me identify this crime jazz song (with great trombones!) from a sample of me whistling it. [more inside]
US Citizenship Questionnaire "Time Outside the US"?
US Citizenship Questionnaire "Time Outside the United States"?
I don't know all the dates I left the US, what should I do? [more inside]
posted by zaphod at 2:32 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by zaphod at 2:32 PM PST - 13 comments
New Years for the Square set in NYC?
New Years Eve in NYC for the non-partiers? [more inside]
Temporary Ouch-Fixer?
I have many of the symptoms of appendicitis, but the doctors say that nothing is wrong with me. I'd like to see a GI doctor, but I'm going out of town for Christmas on Thursday. What's the best way to manage these symptoms so that I can enjoy my holiday? [more inside]
finding an old youtube video
trying to find an old youtube video of a dance student dancing amazingly gracefully in her dorm room to michael jackson and old jazz tunes. she had a channel at one point. [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 2:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jak68 at 2:13 PM PST - 5 comments
Panic disorder and long-distance breakups.
Intense anxiety about breaking up with a needy SO in a long-distance relationship. [more inside]
Breaking up as partners, not as friends?
My SO of 13 years and I just broke up. It was mutual and amicable but we feel numb. How do we process this and oh god, logistics? What do we do now? [more inside]
Seeking info on Ford Country Squire transmissions.
What was the last year that the Ford Country Squire wagon was available with a manual transmission?
kiss my ass, i bought a boat, i'm going out to sea
Looking to put together a list of songs about sailing and/or boats...but that aren't really about sailing and/or boats. [more inside]
posted by zap rowsdower at 2:02 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by zap rowsdower at 2:02 PM PST - 49 comments
Name that painting.
Can you name this painting (recreated as a sketch) from the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna in Rome? [more inside]
posted by Dalton at 1:52 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Dalton at 1:52 PM PST - 3 comments
Paint me a picture of another time and place!
Recommendations for books about England in the seventeenth century? [more inside]
I'm about to shoot my beautifully designed Lacie black box in frustration.
Is is REALLY possible to share an external harddrive over an xp network? [more inside]
posted by Sallysings at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Sallysings at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
searching for thoughtful, in-depth criticism of Wikileaks
Looking for thoughtful criticism (either pro- or anti-) on WikiLeaks, in particular works that explore WikiLeaks' moral dimensions and/or historical context. [more inside]
Help me avoid the mall this holiday season!
Please help me with some homemade food gift ideas (with a few restrictions)! [more inside]
Buying research antibiotics in the UK
In the UK, what are the laws surounding the purchase of research-grade antibiotics? [more inside]
Place that sells nice book protectors in Toronto
Giving a holiday tip to a substitute?
Snowflake holiday-tipping question: I just found out that our regular mailman has been out sick. Do I tip two people? [more inside]
Org or Com? What to do...
How hard would it be to migrate a wordpress.com blog to a wordpress.org site? [more inside]
posted by madred at 1:02 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by madred at 1:02 PM PST - 13 comments
classy yet understated food for NYE
Looking for simple but interesting food ideas for a casual New Years evening at home with the new guy in my life. [more inside]
posted by bobafet at 12:44 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by bobafet at 12:44 PM PST - 26 comments
When do I need to start getting STI checks and/or pap smears?
I've become "sexually active" at a rather late age. When do I need to start getting STI checks and/or pap smears? [more inside]
Strawberry roots forever
I did a very stupid thing involving black hair and blonde hair dye. Help? [more inside]
posted by iarerach at 12:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by iarerach at 12:31 PM PST - 11 comments
Why does my website look different on Apple products?
Just bought an iPad and realized that Apple products do strange things to the photos on my website, but everything looks fine on a PC. [more inside]
posted by Thin Lizzy at 12:23 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Thin Lizzy at 12:23 PM PST - 12 comments
Looking for easy/secure vpn solution for small company.
Anyone have any experience with hosted vpns? [more inside]
Help me convince him that it does get better.
How can I help my 14 year old cousin? He came out as bisexual a couple of years ago and recently confessesd to me that he hates this about himself. He is also just generally miserable which I chalked up to being 14. [more inside]
Horn!
Trombone-filter. My husband recently re-took up the trombone (which he played from ages 8-18). What can I get him for Christmas to help him along? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 12:10 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 12:10 PM PST - 17 comments
An optical port? What the heck is that?
So, we have this nice new HDTV with internet. Sound isn't bad but I'd like to add speakers to enliven TV watching, DVD use and Xbox/Kinect use. I can't hook up my old computer speakers, which are good quality, because this TV only has an optical port. [more inside]
posted by bearwife at 11:54 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by bearwife at 11:54 AM PST - 19 comments
Close up on the pod bay doors please, HAL.
3D filmmaking software for non-animators. Does it exist? [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by run"monty at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
what is that tag?
On the A&E show The First 48, I have seen a white circular "tag" stuck on dead bodies. They never show it for long so I can't describe it all that well. I've seen it on a leg, an arm and a torso. It's always touching skin. It may have metal in the middle. I could be wrong but I think it's about the circumference of a can of soda. What is this thing?
posted by morganannie at 11:38 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by morganannie at 11:38 AM PST - 14 comments
What can people do to reduce the risk of stroke?
What can people do to reduce the risk of stroke? [more inside]
posted by philipy at 11:30 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by philipy at 11:30 AM PST - 13 comments
What do you give the girl who has everything?
I have just been seduced by a relatively older, more experienced, kinky woman who's keen to show me the darker side of pleasure. I'm a relatively inexperienced younger woman. What could I do so that *she* gets some fun out of it too? [more inside]
Help me use Sonos with a mac compatible NAS
I'd like to transfer (iTunes) music off of an old PC and an even older iMac onto a NAS that plays nicely with our new Mac laptops and even newer Sonos system. I'd also like to use the NAS to automate backups for these two Mac laptops. And I'd like the NAS to back itself up onto a secondary drive. I'm new to networking and back-upping and would like a set it and forget it solution. [more inside]
Time to be healthy
I am looking for a time line which illustrates the positive health effects of beginning an aerobic exercise program (like the time lines of health improvement seen after quitting smoking - i.e., 20 min: heart rate drops, 5 years: cancer risk 50% of normal, etc). Any ideas?
posted by sickinthehead at 11:05 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by sickinthehead at 11:05 AM PST - 2 comments
How to be a doctor on Antarctica?
I want to be a doctor who works in Antarctica. How should I go about this? [more inside]
posted by sunnichka at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by sunnichka at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
Buying an expensive car with cash
What are the mechanics of buying an expensive new car "with cash"? [more inside]
"Hey, teen. Let's have a rap session."
Please help this repressed (lapsed) Catholic stumble through a sex talk. [more inside]
How to extract clips from a DVD, and burn them to another DVD?
How would one create a digital clips reel (on DVD) from commercial DVDs? [more inside]
How much does it weigh now?
A 600-pound, 24-foot-long retractable movie screen is suspended from two chains attached to an overhead pipe. I want to get it down. Come inside for the details. [more inside]
Robocall using my cell number in scam.
Some scammer is using my cell phone number as a call back #. People get robo-calls claiming to be from a "correctional facility", ask for credit card information and then give my number as a call back. [more inside]
Help make our skiing trip the break needed!
First trip post baby, help us make it great (without breaking the bank). Husband and I want to go skiing for a long weekend in Feb (not school vacation week) and need to find the best place to go! [more inside]
Christmas on a zero dollar budget?
Mission Impossible? Christmas gifts for wife with a zero dollar budget. Due to my current unemployment, Mrs COD and myself have agreed that we will not spend a single dime on each other for Christmas. We did spend a little so that the kids have a few things to unwrap. However, having nothing under the tree just seems so depressing. Anybody have any creative ideas?
posted by COD at 10:07 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by COD at 10:07 AM PST - 46 comments
Help me camp in up in CA
I'd like to go camping for 2-3 days after New Year's on the Northern California coast (just south and/or north of the Bay Area) and would love your recommendations for sites. [more inside]
How can I attract feral parakeets to my yard?
How can I attract my neighborhood's feral parakeets to my yard? [more inside]
How can I make a spread that tastes like one herb or spice?
I'd like to make a bunch of spreads or dips that showcase the complex flavors of one herb or spice each. What base recipe should I use? [more inside]
posted by pocams at 9:42 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by pocams at 9:42 AM PST - 11 comments
20-year relationhip on the rocks. I'm jobless, friendless, and scared to death.
I feel like a basket case. I'm 47 years old, and I've been in a 20-year same-sex relationship with another man. I felt like it would last forever. For several years, the relationship was sexless; we did all the normal couples things together - cooked, ate, washed dishes, stressed about the bills, laughed, cried, and took care of each other, but there wasn't much physical attraction any more. I've always been somewhat bisexual, and 2 or 3 years ago, I met a woman on match.com who was cute, seemed nice, and was accepting of my situation. We started dating (with the knowledge, and as far as he acted, the acceptance of my partner). At first, the two of them were sort of circling and sniffing, and I was afraid they would hate each other. As time passed, they became really good friends, and eventually they slept together, which was fine with me. (lots more blathering inside) [more inside]
posted by Death by Ugabooga at 9:41 AM PST - 65 comments
posted by Death by Ugabooga at 9:41 AM PST - 65 comments
And please, keep us the hell away from Hill Interns.
After years and years of house parties, I'd like some ideas as to how myself and a small group of (largely nerdy/artsy/pseudohipster) friends can spend our New Years Eve out and about in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. [more inside]
Atlanta Casual Foodies: What's Hot At The End Of 2010?
Atlanta foodies: What new hidden gems should the prodigal son not miss on a visit? [more inside]
help me find my favorite shirt
who can tell me what brand my favorite tshirt is? [more inside]
What fun music should I download?
Help me expand my library of cheesy pop nonsense music. [more inside]
posted by something something at 9:20 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by something something at 9:20 AM PST - 22 comments
This guy is whacked!
A guy chopped down some of my trees. He did it without an OK. Now he wants $1400. Help me figure my next step. [more inside]
magazines for teenagers.
What pop / fashion / gossip magazines in the UK are suitable for 14 year old girls? [more inside]
posted by seanyboy at 9:11 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by seanyboy at 9:11 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I make Adobe Flash Professional CS5 stop putting raw carriage returns in .as files?
How do I make Adobe Flash Professional CS5 stop putting raw carriage returns in .as files? [more inside]
Does a prefabricated, sturdy keyboard (synth) stand that is also cool-looking, exist?
Where can I find a sturdy keyboard (synth) stand, for one keyboard only, that looks really cool? [more inside]
Should we pay for a month of daycare when it sucked?
Childcare payment. What's the right and easiest thing to do? [more inside]
posted by k8t at 8:26 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by k8t at 8:26 AM PST - 22 comments
How do I help the ex that I still love?
She left me and now she wants moral and financial support. What to do? [more inside]
It’s lonely out in space, on such a timeless (simulated) flight.
With inspiration from this answer to this this question; I am giving my husband a week at Space Camp this holiday! Yay!
Since this isn't exactly the most wrappable gift, and we are doing the gift-exchange thing in front of his entire family, please help me find the most awesome way to present this gift to him!
I'm totally cool with suggestions that necessitate other purchases as long as the cost is fairly minimal (say, <$100).
(Anon as he is an avid reader of ask.me)
Need a recommendation for a simple shelf to put my LCD TV on (and large center speaker underneath)
Need a recommendation for a simple shelf to put my LCD TV on (and large center speaker inside) [more inside]
Where can I buy Grapevine Trading Co. Sea Salt & Olive Oil Crackers?
Where can I buy Grapevine Trading Co. Sea Salt & Olive Oil Crackers? *Just* the crackers. [more inside]
posted by artlung at 7:20 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by artlung at 7:20 AM PST - 4 comments
I don't wanna call, I just wanna go
Hubs and I desperately need a romantic getaway someplace warm. Suggestions and meta-suggestions needed. [more inside]
posted by libraryhead at 6:40 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by libraryhead at 6:40 AM PST - 18 comments
Rock and Roll and the Erotic
Any recommendations for erotic film scenes, songs, literature, etc that incorporate rock and roll - like the kiss in The Runaways? Bonus points if it involves two girls. [more inside]
Stock Market craziness
StockmarketNOOBfilter. A company issues direct shares of common stock to institutional investors at 20% below previous day price - good or bad for the investor who already owns that stock? [more inside]
Lovely Weather for Whiskey Shots Together With You
I live in Chicago. I would like to spend Christmas in a bar. What bars are going to be open on Christmas? What bars would be likely to be open on Christmas? [more inside]
Short MNKD
Direct me to the best Bear case on MannKind's (NASDAQ: MNKD) Afrezza prior to their expected PDUFA, 12/29/10.
Advice for selecting and buying a luxury watch in London
[London Shopping Filter] I'd like to buy an expensive watch in the New Year. Budget is up to £2,500 so I'm looking for advice on the best places to browse a wide range of makes and models and then (once I've picked something) the best place to buy it. [more inside]
posted by mr_silver at 5:28 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mr_silver at 5:28 AM PST - 12 comments
Quantum philosophy
Who writes entertainingly about quantum physics and its philosophical implications?
Alternative to Basecamp?
I'm looking for a simple alternative to Basecamp with a couple extra features. [more inside]
posted by frenetic at 4:53 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by frenetic at 4:53 AM PST - 2 comments
Which version of Flash is most commonly used in schools?
Are you a schoolteacher? Or an IT person working for a school? Which version of Flash do you use? (I'm especially looking for answers from the UK, but anything is helpful.)
posted by the latin mouse at 2:45 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by the latin mouse at 2:45 AM PST - 4 comments
Name that part! (electronics)
Name this electronic component / construction technique! Found inside a late 1980s Datron 1081 bench multimeter. [more inside]
posted by ryanrs at 2:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ryanrs at 2:33 AM PST - 11 comments
Could we maybe just kiss a little and then forget this ever happened?
Given that I know my defence mechanisms are still operating on high after leaving an emotionally abusive relationship, and I keep getting cold feet with anyone who tries to get close to me, and yet still crave small doses of intimacy, how can I ethically conduct myself with people who are/could be interested in me? [more inside]
Who are you again?
This is a picture of an actress called Emma Stone. In that picture she reminds me of an actress who apparently isn't her because I haven't watched any of the shows or appearances listed on IMDb.
It's driving me mad! Please help. who am I thinking of?
posted by ponystyle at 1:58 AM PST - 76 comments
posted by ponystyle at 1:58 AM PST - 76 comments
Bad internet connectivity=modem bad?
Could poor internet connectivity be due to 'chips' in my modem? [more inside]
posted by biwa-shu at 1:37 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by biwa-shu at 1:37 AM PST - 11 comments
X-MAS gift of meal delivery for new parents?
x-mas gift idea for parents of toddler, who are having twins next month: "relaxing night in". Gift card for meal delivery service (anyone know a yummier version of omaha steaks?), some great new movie on dvd, CDs of soothing sounds for the babies (white noise, womb sounds, ocean sounds, etc). Trying to keep it under $150. I've heard omaha steaks are gross, so I'm looking for an alternative. Unless I should scrap the whole thing and get them...? [more inside]
Identify the music in this trailer
Does anyone know if the music in the English trailer for The Girl Who Played With Fire is original to the film, or if it was pilfered from somewhere else?
SLYT
Where to get outdoors in North India?
We are traveling to India this January and are seeking some advice on where to go to get away from the big cities for a day or two. We have tickets for an arrival and Delhi and a departure from Mumbai and will have a total of 11 days in country. So far we have plans to explore Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Since it sounds like these places will be quite crowded with both tourists and locals, our thought was that it would be nice to get away from the teeming masses of humanity for a day or two and maybe see some nature. Where can we do this without traveling too far? [more inside]
"Do you mean I get ALL these great genres on just ONE compact disc?"
Can you name me some thoroughly cross-genre albums by a particular singer/band? If I ever made an album, I'd throw in a pounding hard rock song, a groovy disco number, twangy country, some crooning, new wave, a folksy Americana ballad, etc. But I'm sure this has already been done. [more inside]
how do i quickly sort pix to folders
what is a quick way to preview a folder of images and other media, then drag and drop them into appropriate folders? mac mostly [more inside]
December 20
A name for adjectival phrases applied to names?
Is there a term for descriptors that are applied to names that are not epithets? Or does the phrase "Kurt Vonnegut, who is in heaven" contain an epithet? [more inside]
posted by Hactar at 10:53 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Hactar at 10:53 PM PST - 7 comments
Macro hedge fund strategy
What sort of strategies do macro hedge funds employ? [more inside]
posted by Guernsey Halleck at 10:39 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Guernsey Halleck at 10:39 PM PST - 4 comments
NYE B-day!!!
Good friend of mine has a birthday coming up on New Year's Eve. I really want to send him off into the new year in a nice way. Ideas? [more inside]
Lake or Ruins or Something Else
Need advice for a fast and furious trip to Guatemala [more inside]
Do you understand the words that are coming out of her mouth?
What are the lyrics to the hook in this song? [more inside]
posted by pants tent at 9:48 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by pants tent at 9:48 PM PST - 2 comments
Can you decipher this code on a 1912 postcard?
Can you decipher this code on a 1912 postcard? [more inside]
posted by gluechunk at 9:27 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gluechunk at 9:27 PM PST - 7 comments
Meditation technique
I am seeking advice on meditation technique. Up to this point, I have only been able to meditate through motion, ie running, yoga. I have never been able to meditate in the classic, sitting still sense, until now. I've got a start on it and want to develop this as much as possible. [more inside]
Whatever works
Guy has fling; now guy wants to rekindle things because it works for him. How do I handle this? [more inside]
Ooma on borrowed wireless?
Is Ooma a good phone solution for my parents? They spend 5 months a year in Florida, and in that time are welcome to use their neighbour's wireless. [more inside]
Where everybody knows my name
Please help me find an Austin bar where I can be a regular. Looking for a low-key/casual place with music that isn't conversation-inhibiting, where going alone won't seem weird, the patrons are well above college age, and the people are generally friendly. [more inside]
How can I turn my unstable friend who wants to visit me down? [Redux]
So, good news and bad news about my codependent conundrum. The good news is that I've grown a backbone and I'm now willing to tell my mentally ill friend "no" about coming to visit right now. The bad news is that I've been waffling for so long, and at such a cost to his mental health, that things have gotten more complicated. I want to know: am I morally obligated to let him come at this point, and if not, what kind of excuse/explanaton can I use to let him down easy? (Really long.) [more inside]
Can you give me some NYC-centric gift ideas?
Another gift thread: I'm looking for NYC-centric gift ideas for Christmas. Anything from a bag of pistachios from Zabar's to...who knows! You name it. I am trying to stay under $50.
Meditation music for someone who hates meditation music?
My girlfriend has recently gotten into listening to soothing music while meditating... but not too recently. She only has one disc by "The Relaxation Specialists," and she plays it ad nauseum. Looking for suggestions for other discs or artists that are modern, not full of too many panflutes, or Enya-esque harpies. Meditation music for someone not usually into meditation music. Suggestions?
How do I keep my yard scrap cart from getting gunked up by my kitchen scraps?
RecologyFillter: Those of you Bay Area residents who've received the Recology yard scrap and recycling carts, how do you manage your kitchen scraps in a way that doesn't muck up the inside of the cart too badly and create a stinky mess? [more inside]
posted by choochoo at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by choochoo at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Bartelby Ain't Got Nothing On Me
I've been diagnosed as ADD/ADHD by 3 separate professionals through my life and on medication to treat it for nearly a year. The meds don't work, and I've been on a lot of them (i.e. Ritalin, Vyvanse, Strattera and now Adderall.) How can I give myself a swift kick in the butt to become a productive, organized individual? [more inside]
Another help-me-find-a-therapist in NY question
I’m looking for a good therapist in New York, preferably CBT style, who is educated, intelligent, and able to help a smart, thinking person deal with issues related to a career transition. [more inside]
World peace gift ideas
So my 15 year old daughter asked for world peace this year for Christmas. Any gift ideas? I would like to get her something silly - she is not really the activist type. Thanks!
Help make my Christmas wish come true!
Can this holiday vacation be saved? Is there anywhere in Europe that is passable right now? [more inside]
If I had a chicken this would not be a problem.
What do I do with all these egg cartons?! [more inside]
posted by overeducated_alligator at 7:14 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by overeducated_alligator at 7:14 PM PST - 17 comments
Do I want to see a show sooner or later in its run?
So, theatre and music folks, question for you - if a venue is hosting two presentations only of a concert/performance, and they're two nights in a row, on which night am I more likely to see the better show? [more inside]
posted by analog at 6:42 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by analog at 6:42 PM PST - 11 comments
Captain America could be an army captain. What about all the other Captain (Adjective)s?
Naming any person or character not obviously in the armed forces "Captain (Adjective)" automatically signifies Superhero. Where did this trope originate? [more inside]
posted by bartleby at 6:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bartleby at 6:23 PM PST - 11 comments
Seeking a profession/life where it's all different EVERY DAY!
Looking for a life where the only consistency is its INconsistency... [more inside]
How to use all of my old hard drives for redundant storage?
I have a lot of old hard drives hanging around and I'd like to glue them together into some sort of redundant storage "scratch drive" I can store things on. The hard drives sizes aren't similar and I'd like to add on in the future. How would you recommend I do this? [more inside]
posted by Pontifex at 5:35 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Pontifex at 5:35 PM PST - 16 comments
And strrreeeetch!
What is the best website background dimension to accommodate nearly all screen sizes? [more inside]
Dreamy Japanese anthology film that isn't Kurosawa?
Can you help me remember a Japanese movie I saw that was very similar to-- but was definitely not-- Kurosawa's Dreams? [more inside]
posted by oinopaponton at 4:46 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by oinopaponton at 4:46 PM PST - 3 comments
Bible as Left-of-Center?
I am looking for a scholarly, tightly reasoned work that sets out to explain how the fundamental moral/socio-ethical message of the Bible validates the values held by left-of-center politics. [more inside]
Toms + socks = awesome?
Do you wear your Toms with socks? If so, what would you suggest? [more inside]
Best cruise out of Tel Aviv?
My wife-to-be and I want to take a week long cruise from Tel Aviv to Greece in May. Mano was recommended to us but none of their dates work with our schedule. [more inside]
Is my trackpad hurting my finger pads?
Often my fingertips seem tender and a bit worn, which seems to have something to do with my computer usage. Is this normal!? Is this a trackpad-related injury? Any remedies?
posted by KLF at 4:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by KLF at 4:01 PM PST - 14 comments
More like the Velvet Underground, please
Songs like the Velvet Underground's "What Goes On." Looking for that same droning, jangling, sensation of rhythmic movement. Maybe there's an organ in the background. [more inside]
Useful data-conserving apps for Android?
I live in a country where mobile data is expensive. I have a shiny Android phone and wireless broadband at home. Can you recommend some useful Android apps which operate in a way that minimises mobile data usage? [more inside]
posted by embrangled at 3:25 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by embrangled at 3:25 PM PST - 16 comments
Ashes cricket in Manhattan?
Where can I watch live Ashes cricket in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by kenchie at 2:50 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by kenchie at 2:50 PM PST - 3 comments
Is it possible to find the perfect mix of affordability, quality, and external quietness in headphones?
I need to get some new headphones that both sound great, aren't so expensive and importantly don't leak much noise at all. [more inside]
Houseplant-of-the-Month?
I know there are cheese-of-the-month, chocolate-of-the-month, and even bacon-of-the-month clubs...but is there a good plant-of-the-month subscription service out there? [more inside]
Need recommendations on ISO GUM training.
Interested in finding training to attend for ISO Guide to the expression of uncertainty in measurement (GUM). Lots of options, would like some recommendations. [more inside]
Songfilter: Sci-fi themed cabaret songs
Help me, Mefi, you're my only hope! I need song suggestions for a science fiction cabaret! [more inside]
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 1:57 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 1:57 PM PST - 52 comments
What was Robot Chicken: Star Wars Episode III referencing?
What was the opening of Robot Chicken's Star Wars Episode III referencing? [more inside]
posted by mhum at 1:57 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by mhum at 1:57 PM PST - 19 comments
You want me to get a file cabinet? Really?
Interested in finding a personal organization system like Getting Things Done, only NOT geared towards middle managers from the late-1990s. [more inside]
How to get along with a coke addict?
Looking for insights into dealing with a dear friend who's into a decades long cocaine addiction. We share a dwindling group of friends and many of us are broken hearted about how things have turned out. Is there a point where we move on? I know I can't fix him, but? [more inside]
posted by eggm4n at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by eggm4n at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
Deciphering a ski report
I am new at skiing this year. I have access to a ski resort by Truckee in California. I have been skiing mostly the green trails but some of the easiest blue trails as well. I have trouble figuring out what the snow weather report means to decide what might be acceptable to me as a new skier. Can you please help me decipher the following snow report? [more inside]
Resources for learning to develop for Android 2.X?
What books can you recommend for Android 2.X development? I'm researching developing a frontend for an existing website, working towards a facebook mobile-like presentation. Sites and other resources are also welcome.
____ it to me.
I'm running out of my supply of the only socks that have ever worked for me, and I do not know what brand they are. Hours wasted on google. Do you recognize these? [more inside]
Can I avoid paying hefty fees and interest on my late tax bill?
Can I avoid paying hefty fees and interest on my late tax bill? [more inside]
How to drink in moderation for the rest of one's life
My husband and I want to know about alcoholism vs. social drinking. [more inside]
Help find this quote about Christian poverty?
Help me find this exact quote about Christian poverty. Probably a saint, ca. fall of Rome. [more inside]
posted by hishtafel at 12:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by hishtafel at 12:16 PM PST - 2 comments
Modern art music but not bad music
I'm making a video about modern art. Especially about the Centre Pompidou in Paris. As I've stated in other AskMe's, I'm completely music illiterate. Help me find songs or classical pieces that scream: modernism, modern art, modern things, for the soundtrack of my 6 minute video.
Can abortion be this easy?
I watched the very good film "Vera Drake" the other day, and have a question about Vera's method of abortion. It seems she injected a mixture of water, soap, and what I think is disinfectant into the woman's uterus with a bulb syringe. Is this really enough to make a woman lose her baby?
Not that I plan on trying this at home, mind you- I'm just curious.
The URL for that antisocial web app, pls?
Somewhere in the internet is a joke social-app website, specifically for antisocial people. There was no contact link, no sign-up link, nothing at all. It was wonderful, but I can't find it.
Halp?
posted by XtinaS at 11:47 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by XtinaS at 11:47 AM PST - 3 comments
What are great adult games?
Don't touch my iPod touch!
I have a new computer and an old iPod touch. I would like to put all my CDs on a currently blank iTunes program my new computer and then transfer those songs to my iPod touch without interfering with what is already on my iPod. I don't care that the touch songs won't be transferred to the computer, I just don't want to lose all the content on the iPod. Is this possible?
Saving Humpty and Dumpty from the inevitable.
How can I keep my cats from falling out the window? I recently moved to a 24th story apartment with no screens on the windows. They basically open into a 300 foot abyss. Hence, opening these windows would mean my cats would fall to their death - obviously not good. Help me get some air circulation and keep my cats on the right side of these windows! [more inside]
posted by cgg at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by cgg at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
Flooring moisture meter in Seattle.
We have purchased some new flooring and would like to rent/borrow a surface moisture meter before we install it. We've checked several tool rental places (home depot, aurora rents, etc.). We've been able to find the "pin" type meters, but really need one of the "surface" variety.
I know it's a long-shot here, but does anybody have a source that I might try?
thanks.
Why Can't Wii Be Friends?
How do you play Mario Kart Wii online multiplayer with your registered "Wii Friends"? We have been inside the "Room" but there seems to be no way to start a private race from there. We know it's possible to play random strangers through WFC, but WFC can't be the only way to play with our "Wii Friends"...right?
13-yr-old interested in drawing; what beginner's learning books should I consider?
Nephew has expressed an interest in drawing. What age-appropriate beginner's drawing book might I consider getting him? [more inside]
Help me round out the Christmas offerings.
LastMinuteGiftFilter: Looking for a subscription or experience gift for my boyfriend, ~$40, NOT a magazine. [more inside]
posted by arianell at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by arianell at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
What to do in London, alone, on Christmas Day?
A friend, a student, is stuck in London over Christmas: no family or close friends to hang out with over the day itself etc. What could he do, by himself, to make it all warm and fuzzy. Anything from travel (if that becomes possible in the next few days) to stuff to do around London that he wouldn't otherwise get around to.
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 10:43 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 10:43 AM PST - 18 comments
Physical Disability in Cities Where it Snows
Having a mobility problem and living in a city where it snows: looking for tips, advice, and guides. [more inside]
How to best help my post-stroke grandma get the care she needs?
My grandmother has had some extended aftereffects from her stroke appear out of nowhere and we're unsure how to evaluate her care and what we should know about helping her. More explanation and specific questions are inside. [more inside]
posted by marylynn at 10:21 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by marylynn at 10:21 AM PST - 12 comments
I don't get it.
Just watched A River Runs Through It, and I think most of it went way over my head. [more inside]
posted by LarrenD at 10:15 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by LarrenD at 10:15 AM PST - 12 comments
Is there any way to monitor a site for hack attacks.
Is there a way to monitor my website to ensure it hasn't been hacked? Either on the webserver itself, perhaps verifying file integrity/listings, or maybe using a service that periodically visits the site? Sorry if this sounds like a naive question. What do professional webmasters use for this kind of thing?
what (at) is (dot) this.
I have a question about e-mail addresses. [more inside]
How to respond to relatives' questions about parent?
How to respond to relatives' questions about my dad's lack of communication? [more inside]
Searching for Silky Sheets
Looking for personal recommendations for high quality silk sheets and ways to clean/ care for my silk. [more inside]
OB/GYN recommendations please
OB/GYN recommendations in NYC (preferably Manhattan, west side) for someone with Empire's NYSHIP student health employee plan. [more inside]
How do I move forward in this small town architecture job?
Where am I going in this career? What do I do or say to move forward? Why can't I just be happy that I have decent job in my field (when so many others are without work)? [more inside]
Do You Snowshoe?
So we're heading out to Denver for the holidays, and as middling East Coast hikers, are super excited to get in to some real mountains. Can you tell me more about the how, where, and what of the snowshoe? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing at 9:17 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by RajahKing at 9:17 AM PST - 11 comments
Help me find funny DIY YouTube video
Help me find this funny 2- or 3-year-old YouTube video. Wife says the do-it-yourself advertising supplement is really helpful. Then she rolls it up and hits her sleeping husband with it to get him moving.
Diner Pancakes at home, SVP?
What's the secret to good, diner-style pancakes? As in, big, slightly puffy, and buttery and buttermilky tasting? [more inside]
Need some advice about our kitty chewer.
Need some advice about our kitty chewer. [more inside]
I Give, You Give
Gift reciprocation filter: best friend just emailed to ask for my 9 month old son's clothes sizes which I am assuming means she wants to give him clothes for Christmas. Problem: I hadn't planned on her giving him presents and so I didn't get presents for her two little girls. Am I required to give her kids presents if she gives my kid a present? [more inside]
posted by Leezie at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Leezie at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
Please recommend bibliography software.
Bibliography software recommendations? [more inside]
Putting on a wine tasting on a shoestring
Help me organize a wine tasting. Challenge: short timeframe and low budget. [more inside]
posted by usonian at 8:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by usonian at 8:16 AM PST - 6 comments
Yet another SQL question
Is "New Yorker" a euphemism for Jew?
Is "New Yorker" a euphemism for Jew? Bonus question: Help me define Antisemitism in the workplace. [more inside]
posted by Mom at 7:59 AM PST - 54 comments
posted by Mom at 7:59 AM PST - 54 comments
Christmas Lights in South Jersey and Philly
My family and I are going to drive around the Philly / South Jersey area to look at Christmas lights. Pretty displays are good, garish displays are better! (we hear Hershey PA has some kickass lights, but it's unfortunately too far away for our purposes.)
posted by troublewithwolves at 7:59 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by troublewithwolves at 7:59 AM PST - 8 comments
When your life is a bad movie.
Boyfriend. Drunk. Blacked out. Effed up. Over. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, etc. [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 7:58 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 7:58 AM PST - 33 comments
How do I proceed with this new relationship?
Advice on how to proceed with a new relationship. Trying to be proactive and ask now, rather than ask about how to pick up the pieces if I mess things up. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by anonymous at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
Do you like Maple Story?
I'm looking for tips, advice, and resources on creating conversational ESL lessons for a third grade Korean boy. [more inside]
I do or I don't?
Help me solve a disagreement about an unlikely hypothetical situation: the public marriage proposal. [more inside]
Should I wait for him to breakup with me?
I am in limbo because all signs point toward a breakup. Though I love him and want to be with him, I can't stand being the only one committed to this relationship. Is there a way to make him realize that he has already made up his mind? [more inside]
posted by sapolskyfan at 7:31 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by sapolskyfan at 7:31 AM PST - 27 comments
Financial Crisis Summary
I'm looking for a list -- or help brainstorming to develop a list -- of the noteworthy scandals, failures, risks, litigations, etc. that have been uncovered in financial services (in any major economic zone) since the start of the financial crisis (broadly since early 2007). [more inside]
PATA to SATA power adapter needed in Forest Hills NY ASAP
I need to a PATA power molex to SATA power adapter (like this) near Forest Hills NY ASAP. [more inside]
posted by Brian Puccio at 7:09 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Brian Puccio at 7:09 AM PST - 3 comments
MS Project Filter: How can I get MS project to accept my start/competion dates and show up on the calendar?
MS Project Filter: How can I get MS project to accept my start/competion dates and show up on the calendar? [more inside]
Need help formatting an Access report from a query and SQL help
I'm having trouble formatting a report in Access that ONLY shows checkboxes that are not checked. I probably need some help on the SQL front. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 6:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by desjardins at 6:58 AM PST - 4 comments
Recommend a Winter Getaway Hotel/B&B?
Can you recommend a good winter getaway hotel or B&B in Northern New England? Hoped-for criteria inside. [more inside]
What to get for the person who eats nothing?
DIY food gift ideas for gluten-free vegan [more inside]
posted by SomeTrickPony at 6:27 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by SomeTrickPony at 6:27 AM PST - 12 comments
Why does corporate savings hurt national growth?
Help me understand this paragraph from The Economist about the Japanese economy. [more inside]
posted by pandabearjohnson at 6:21 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by pandabearjohnson at 6:21 AM PST - 13 comments
Online photography classes.
Can you please direct me to reputable photography online schools? [more inside]
Size matters, now more than ever.
In this question, I asked about vertical space. Now I need to add a horizontal space requirement as well. [more inside]
posted by Obscure Reference at 6:08 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Obscure Reference at 6:08 AM PST - 11 comments
Should I send a gift to this person?
Would you ever send someone an anonymous gift - particularly if you haven't had a good relationship with them? [more inside]
Need a stronger Keurig coffee
I've had the mini Keurig for about a year and I've tried various k-cup coffee brands and flavors. I haven't found a brand or flavor that is strong enough for me. It seems like after I add a bit of cream to my coffee, I can't taste the coffee or the flavor. I love the keurig machine, its quick and I'm the only one in family that drinks coffee. Any k-cup brands suggestions?
Where is a good place in the UK to hire full-time or freelance UX designers?
I work for a mid-sized publishing company in London and we're starting to build smartphone and tablet apps. We have technical resource in-house for building the apps and people to handle both the product and project management. What we really lack are great UX designers - where's a good place in the UK to look for the people who can make our apps brilliant to use? Happy to consider hiring full time or getting freelancers in.
posted by Sifter at 4:07 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Sifter at 4:07 AM PST - 2 comments
Which antibiotics will kill bacteria but allow yeast to grow?
Is there a broad spectrum antibiotic that will kill / slow down most bacteria, but will not affect yeast at all? [more inside]
Why is Facebook scraping the links in my private messages?
ParanoiaFilter: Should I be worried that Facebook is scraping my links, in my own private messages? [more inside]
How to divide Christmas when families are so far apart?
How to reconcile Xmas when are families are so far away from each other? [more inside]
posted by alchemist at 1:20 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by alchemist at 1:20 AM PST - 10 comments
I CAN TAKE ANY ONE OF YOU MOTHERFUCKERS!!! No, wait, I'm just building a cup pyramid.
Australians of Metafilter, I want to hear from you! I've long heard that turning your glass upside down in a bar in Australia is the same as saying you think you could take anyone in the place. For some reason, this idea fascinates me. Is it true? Do people actually do this? What happens when they do? Where did it come from? [more inside]
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 12:25 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 12:25 AM PST - 49 comments
December 19
Please don't make me reenact the escape scene from Shawshank.
[Firsttimehomeownerfilter] Please help me figure out the best way to repair/maintain my plumbing system in a newish home. Lots of complicating factors inside. [more inside]
The exact date, please
What precise (or even approximate) date did the Umayyad Dynasty take control of Tangiers in 702 AD?
posted by msalt at 11:35 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by msalt at 11:35 PM PST - 11 comments
Why don't I want friends?
It seems I don't have a lot of sustained interest in meeting new people or hanging out with people in general other than people I'm attracted to romantically/want to date. [more inside]
What song is this?
Help me identify this song from a movie or TV soundtrack. [more inside]
posted by andrewpendleton at 11:11 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by andrewpendleton at 11:11 PM PST - 4 comments
Baking muffins (or... insert-suggestion-here) without an oven.
Oh no, my oven is broken! I planned on baking 2 batches of Lemon Poppy-seed and 2 batches of Berry muffins! These are for breakfast. What can I do now? (read more inside) [more inside]
posted by midnightmoonlight at 10:30 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by midnightmoonlight at 10:30 PM PST - 17 comments
I need to use six days of vacation by January 8th and would like to go somewhere warm (preferably). I am open to non-warm ideas though.
Last minute inexpensive vacation ideas to somewhere warm (preferably) [more inside]
What anti-depressant should I take now?
What anti-depressant should I take now? [more inside]
What do I do with all these servers?
What can I do with my basement 3D render farm when it's not being used by me? [more inside]
Paranoid Android?
How accurate are the IP locations in Gmail's Activity Information tables? My account says it was accessed in the state next to where I live (according to the IP). Internet tubes thing or did someone else access my account?
Jazz chord instruction
I took lessons for like 10 years but mainly I'm still a hack piano player. Anyone know a good book or website for learning basic Jazz chord progressions and how to play and improvise? I find most piano instruction books boring and hard to follow. Just showing me the chords is easiest.
Is the stuff from the attic going to make me sick?
I opened the attic in the house I'm renting and some dust containing who-knows-what fell down on me. I didn't have a mask or safety glasses on. Are there any health risks? [more inside]
posted by chris p at 8:20 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by chris p at 8:20 PM PST - 14 comments
Where should I have lunch tomorrow in Warrensburg, Missouri?
Where should I have lunch tomorrow in Warrensburg, Missouri? [more inside]
posted by woodvine at 7:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by woodvine at 7:51 PM PST - 8 comments
Are the academic standards for retaining a student visa different from those for staying in school?
Are the academic standards for retaining a student visa different from those for staying in school? [more inside]
I'm spotted, it's festive
I'm looking for remedies for perioral dermatitis [more inside]
posted by gillianr at 7:16 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by gillianr at 7:16 PM PST - 16 comments
What is up with my skin?
I thought I had mild "papulopustular rosacea." Putting Polysporin on the red bumps helped a lot. Then I took acyclovir for a cold sore and the bumps cleared up completely! None of the online resources on rosacea have indicated acyclovir as a treatment. So what did I have? [more inside]
How can I keep my hobbies?
I'm looking for a little advice on transitioning from a house to an apartment (specific questions inside) [more inside]
Eames chairs need seatlift
I have two Eames Aluminum Group chairs. I'd say they were made in the 80s. The seating has become dingy and stained (they are a velvety material). [more inside]
Cat Scratcher Fever
Help me hack a cat scratcher? [more inside]
Is it possible to keep a blog relatively private?
How can I keep people I know from reading my blog without making it totally private? And which host site is best for privacy? [more inside]
You've got floaters in my Fluid
I love Fluid and SSBs, but I can't stand this floating location search problem. [more inside]
posted by cardioid at 5:24 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by cardioid at 5:24 PM PST - 2 comments
Single Orgin Chocolate collections?
Chocolate expertise needed: Which diverse collection of single origin or single plantation bars would make a good gift for a chocolate lover? [more inside]
Dear AskMeFi . . .
I'm looking for fiction that's written in the form of letters and other forms of correspondence. [more inside]
RDBMS Rage
Every time I try to get a RDBMS for home use, I run into a problem that is so boring or annoying to deal with that I give up. [more inside]
Am I hosting a HSBC phishing scam?
Google tells me that my domain is hosting a phishing scam. However, the URL they showed me includes directories that are not on my server. How do I fix this? [more inside]
posted by EL-O-ESS at 4:23 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by EL-O-ESS at 4:23 PM PST - 24 comments
Woodcock sighting?
Is it possible I spotted an American Woodcock today in Philadelphia? [more inside]
Looking for Cool light displays
Looking for holiday light displays in the Kansas City Missouri metro area: can anyone recommend some great places to go. Thanks!
posted by Upon Further Review at 4:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Upon Further Review at 4:13 PM PST - 5 comments
hypoglycemia, hypothermia or both?
I have unmanaged type 2 diabetes. in the last 2 weeks i have had 2 episodes of what i would call mild hypothermia (shivering, chattering teeth, etc) is this the same shaking that is linked to hypoglycemia or is it directly related to the cold? [more inside]
Nintendo DS titles similar to Tetris?
I'm looking for suggestions for Nintendo DS games similar to Tetris. [more inside]
How do I hack a Wii video game?
How do I hack a Wii video game? [more inside]
Afterlife hotel room?
Have you ever read a story about three people who have died and are stuck in some sort of afterlife hotel room? My mom has been trying to find this book for the longest time. It's by a French author, and she read it in French. It's short, just about interactions between the people, who don't realize they're dead. Thanks!
posted by you're a kitty! at 3:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by you're a kitty! at 3:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Time it takes for meat to go from farm to market?
How much time passes between an animal being slaughtered and it ending up in a supermarket meat case? [more inside]
posted by aldebaran at 3:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by aldebaran at 3:02 PM PST - 9 comments
What are some must play maps for L4D and L4d2?
What are some must play maps for Left 4 Dead and Left 4 Dead 2 and where can I download them? I looked at l4dmaps.com but I'm looking for some recommendations rather than just ratings.
posted by crios at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by crios at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
break timer for ADD boy?
I am looking for a computer app that forces you to stop working at set intervals. [more inside]
How to accept anonymous donations for political dissidents?
I'm building a website for a group of political dissidents in an Asian country. They would like to have a way to accept donations without their government tracking them down. What is the best way to do this? [more inside]
I need to rent a port-o-let
Anyone happen to know a ball park idea of what it costs to rent a port-o-potty for a day? [more inside]
posted by photoslob at 2:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by photoslob at 2:43 PM PST - 4 comments
Happy New Year, Louisianna Style
Please bring me your best Cajun dirty rice recipe for the neophyte. Please hold the gizzards. [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri at 2:41 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by DarlingBri at 2:41 PM PST - 12 comments
Muppet prop poster replica. My wall. Help me make it happen.
How can I get a copy of this awesome poster from Of Muppets & Men? [more inside]
posted by deludingmyself at 2:35 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by deludingmyself at 2:35 PM PST - 2 comments
Keeping delicious/pinboard/diigo in sync. Ideas?
Delicious, Pinboard, Diigo - can I keep everyone in sync? [more inside]
once more, this time a little deeper.
Where should I go in South Africa? I was recently there for six months, so I'm looking for new recommendations, and perhaps something off the beaten (garden route) path. [more inside]
posted by pollex at 2:01 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by pollex at 2:01 PM PST - 2 comments
Print and mail my cards please!
Is there a service that will print and mail my custom christmas cards? [more inside]
posted by Joh at 2:01 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Joh at 2:01 PM PST - 15 comments
Need an Online Day Planner/To Do List with Times
I'm looking for an online day planner that lets you schedule your To Dos. I like to plan my day by assigning a time estimate to each to do item and then sticking it somewhere in my daily calendar. For example: "laundry" 1-2:30PM. [more inside]
posted by kjhosein at 1:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kjhosein at 1:46 PM PST - 6 comments
Make me the next Fred Moore
I'd like to learn how to draw cute girls, so I'm looking for illustrators who do it well. [more inside]
beaches and fun?
I'm going on a solo, semi-spontaneous trip to Miami/Fort Lauderdale the second week of January. I've never been to Florida before. I'm into contemporary art, interesting pescaterian/vegetarian food, bicycles, boats, and budget non-touristy fun. What should I do? [more inside]
On the Read
I'm taking a roadtrip through the United States and am looking for book recommendations - books that have been written by authors who are from the cities I'm visiting, books that take place in some of the cities I'm visiting, or even book about travel in general. [more inside]
Christmas television
Help me find a Christmas television show I remember from childhood? [more inside]
posted by hollyanderbody at 12:58 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by hollyanderbody at 12:58 PM PST - 6 comments
Ancient Krell music
Louis and Bebe Barron were famous for writing the first all-electronic movie soundtrack, for Forbidden Planet. I'm looking for more of their music, but the only thing I can find is this poor quality copy of Bells of Atlantis on YouTube. Help? [more inside]
posted by reynaert at 12:50 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by reynaert at 12:50 PM PST - 3 comments
You're a man of the world, aren't you...I mean, er, you've er... you've been there haven't you... What's it like?
I'm going to start consulting this summer - what will it be like? What should I know going in? [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Tehhund at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
Can anyone recommend a Japanese restaurant with equally strong sushi and non-sushi menus for a sushi first-timer?
NYC-foodie-filter: A friend of mine wants to try sushi for the very first time. The game plan is to order a couple of pieces as an appetizer and either proceed to a full entree if she enjoys it or bail and order something different if it turns out that raw fish is not to her liking. Can anyone recommend a Japanese restaurant with equally strong sushi and non-sushi menus for this culinary adventure? I'd prefer a place in Manhattan or Queens, easily accessible from Midtown Manhattan and reasonably priced. Not too fancy. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 11:53 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 11:53 AM PST - 30 comments
Making a resume for a part time job... (preferably a valet parker)
What is a good way of finding out how to make a resume? For my past part time jobs, I have never handed in a resume. [more inside]
Am I being a medical editing stickler?
Editing question: Am I being too much of a stickler in editing medical documents? [more inside]
posted by surfgator at 11:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by surfgator at 11:06 AM PST - 12 comments
Does efficient dryer use require me to dry a new load immediately after removing the first load?
There seems abundant advice to fill your clothes dryer with a wet load immediately after you pull dry clothes out in order to take advantage of the heat already in the dryer. How much electricity does this save on average? [more inside]
Motivational Books, Essays, Tidbits on Going to the Gym
Looking for books that will encourage me to go to the gym. I am making it once a week, sometimes twice. I am okay with memoirs or fitness books. Your own stories or tidbits of advice are helpful, too. Bill Phillips _Transformation_ has a useful chapter as does his older book _Body for Life_. Luckily I work in a library and am the location now. Sooooo, your thoughts, and I will look on the shelves. I have great books on home on what exercises to do, just not things on getting me up and running. (The 30 pounds of fat are getting to me.). BTW, Happy Holidays.
posted by snap_dragon at 10:46 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 10:46 AM PST - 21 comments
Translation party!
I need help translating an email from German to English. [more inside]
posted by Lemurrhea at 10:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Lemurrhea at 10:04 AM PST - 4 comments
Very CHEAP Mac printer with CHEAP ink?
What is the cheapest color printer that will work with a Mac and, most important, has cheap ink? [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects at 9:56 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by exceptinsects at 9:56 AM PST - 17 comments
Maybe the switch went down the disposal...
I just moved into a new apartment. There's a garbage disposal, but I can't find the switch anywhere. Any ideas? [more inside]
Constructive ways to spend copious amounts of free time at work
I have an excruciatingly boring job with lots and lots of internet connected downtime. Help me think of constructive things to do with my copious amounts of "free time". [more inside]
posted by forkisbetter at 9:24 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by forkisbetter at 9:24 AM PST - 30 comments
Do they have Mogen David in Heaven?
Do they use Mac OS X in China? If so, how far has Apple penetrated that market?
Can I take the camera out of an iphone?
Quick and simple. Will my iPhone still work when I take the camera out? [more inside]
posted by ctmf at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ctmf at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
Seasonal gift giving dilemma
Did I give her an xmas gift? Should I be giving her a(n another) xmas gift? [more inside]
posted by mistertoronto at 8:53 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mistertoronto at 8:53 AM PST - 12 comments
Northeast Xmas and New Year's Plans
Northeast Christmas and New Year's plans, anyone? My husband and I are located in New York, and are interested in something non-family to do on the Christmas and New Year's weekends. We'd be willing to drive as far as Boston or Washington to do something worthwhile without breaking the bank. Any ideas? More inside. [more inside]
Different dinner ideas for new parents
My friends are having a baby, and I would like to cook some things for them. There are some special considerations. [more inside]
Instrumental music for rainy days?
Recommendations for instrumental music that goes well with rain? [more inside]
posted by fake at 8:31 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by fake at 8:31 AM PST - 45 comments
Gimme that old time home page...
Where can I see examples of personal internet home pages made in the 1990s? [more inside]
Should I worry about seminal discharge after peeing?
Minor seminal discharge after urination: worrisome? (more tmi penis-filter inside). [more inside]
Email and Text Subject Lines
New Relationship Filter: My gf sends me several emails and texts w/o subject lines every day. I requested she fill in the subject lines in future messages. Much argument ensued. Please help me sort this out. [more inside]
DADT Repeal filter: How would the repeal of DADT affect the T in LGBT?
DADT Repeal filter: How would the repeal of DADT affect the T in LGBT? [more inside]
remember moves
How do you remember movements, like dance moves? [more inside]
Poor little kitty wants a home
I've been spending the weekend at my house that's about to be foreclosed on because I'm visiting some friends and there is a poor beautiful kitty who has been meowing outside to be let inside. I'm pretty sure she's a stray -- she's got some chunks of fur missing from what looks to be a fight that are scabbed over. I am only here for the weekend and I head back to California soon, and there is absolutely no way I can keep her -- there's no way to get her to California and I already have two cats. [more inside]
Rocks with eyes!?
Another "what book from my childhood was this?" question. [more inside]
posted by Guy_Inamonkeysuit at 6:56 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Guy_Inamonkeysuit at 6:56 AM PST - 4 comments
Rewriting URLs when a WP post title is involved
I'm moving a blog from a CMS (s9y) to WordPress, and obviously want to keep the URLs for entries intact. Can I get a hand with a silly htaccess + WordPress issue? [more inside]
posted by hijinx at 6:44 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by hijinx at 6:44 AM PST - 6 comments
Where to go, how to get there?
Where to stop on the way from Amsterdam to Munich? [more inside]
Which offline iPad apps can I spend empty time on?
Which free, offline iPad apps might be considered to be either useful or whimsically amusing ways of spending time? [more inside]
Is there such a thing as an "international life insurance"?
Is there such a thing as an "international life insurance"? [more inside]
Learning how to automate downloads
Please teach me how to automate the downloading of a large number of files from a website. [more inside]
posted by medusa at 5:00 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by medusa at 5:00 AM PST - 12 comments
I haven't needed SQL this ugly before
What SQL magic do I need to turn one column into several? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 4:07 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by flabdablet at 4:07 AM PST - 14 comments
Is the 20th December London-Inverness train running?
Extremely specific UK train question: what is the likelihood of the East Coast London-Inverness train running all the way there tomorrow? It has been terminating in Perth for the last three days, even though all other train services have been making it up there (including the sleeper and freight trains, so it can't be to do with the size of the train). East Coast appear to be allergic to informing passengers about what's going on. [more inside]
travelling in germany this christmas?
I'd like to travel around Germany for a few days before ending up in Berlin on 28th December for New Year's. Assuming I can actually leave the UK and get to Germany does anyone have suggestions for places to go, things to see; someone recommended Christmas markets to me?
posted by asymptotic at 3:05 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by asymptotic at 3:05 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me find an article about a spying game?
Vaguely-remembered-game-filter: Trying to remember an article I read about a spying game. [more inside]
posted by jaynewould at 2:52 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jaynewould at 2:52 AM PST - 5 comments
Te-fuckin'-mesis!
Point me to some examples of high-quality (preferably written) cursing. I'm looking for the sort of epically coherent, graphic, even eloquent profanity that gets you quoted years afterward. Off the top of my head, I can think of the famous Patton speech, most of Full Metal Jacket, and this lovely blog post on swine flu. Got any more? [more inside]
1 sunburn = 1 melanoma?
How much sun damage do I have to do to my skin to doom me to skin cancer? I'm a white male in an ozone-free country. [more inside]
Zune on a Macbook?
Help! I had a Zune. Then I got a Mac. What do I do now? [more inside]
Knumb Knee
I have numbness after a nasty fall directly on my right knee. Saw a doc and had x-rays done (pelvis, knee, ankle). Nothing broken. Now my knee, plus half my thigh and half my calf are quite swollen and bruised. How long can I expect the numbness to last? [more inside]
What are the names of these old animated Xmas movies?
Help me with any pieces of information about these 2 animated Christmas shows/films that have eluded me for over 2 decades. [more inside]
posted by clarenceism at 1:02 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by clarenceism at 1:02 AM PST - 3 comments
lasercutting metal in NYC!
Laser cutting metal in NYC? [more inside]
Kindle: Can you listen to an MP3 and look at a PDF at the same time?
Kindle: Can you listen to an MP3 and look at a PDF at the same time? [more inside]
posted by priorpark17 at 12:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by priorpark17 at 12:30 AM PST - 5 comments
December 18
How do I fix these melty jellies?
Please help me fix my melty pate de fruits [more inside]
posted by lvanshima at 11:09 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by lvanshima at 11:09 PM PST - 6 comments
must get iron into baby
I have a toddler. I also have an iron supplement. When you put the two together, you get lots of vomit. Help. [more inside]
posted by thehmsbeagle at 10:58 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by thehmsbeagle at 10:58 PM PST - 24 comments
Gifts for someone who is attracted to cities
[XmasGiftFilter] So I'm looking for gifts related to urban planning / urbanism in general. This is sort of an attempt to use Metafilter as a "people who liked x also liked y" function, since it's full of people who like this particular x. [more inside]
Strategic warfare
How many atomic weapons did the United States military have by 1948. [more inside]
posted by clavdivs at 9:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by clavdivs at 9:05 PM PST - 4 comments
Aaah-aaah awww, phooey!
ENT Filter: Should I be concerned about not being able to sneeze? (I know YANMD!) [more inside]
Stubborn drain clog, help!
Got a clogged sink tried several methods with no luck - rather not call a plumber, any ideas? [more inside]
posted by wongcorgi at 8:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by wongcorgi at 8:26 PM PST - 10 comments
What is Squishy Honey?
There's a fuzzy blob in my fridge! We named her Squishy Honey. What is she? [more inside]
posted by Kateruba at 8:07 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Kateruba at 8:07 PM PST - 10 comments
Punk rock PhD?
Is there a list of rock and punk musicians who are also PhDs? [more inside]
posted by unfairlight at 8:01 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by unfairlight at 8:01 PM PST - 21 comments
Mini-slide projector numeric display?
What is this kind of numeric display called? [more inside]
posted by Marky at 7:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Marky at 7:53 PM PST - 11 comments
Do you know you will black out?
When you start to drink again do you expect that you will black out again? [more inside]
posted by pianomover at 7:46 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by pianomover at 7:46 PM PST - 30 comments
Did you seriously just park there?
I rent an apartment in Minneapolis and people keep parking in front of our non-essential, but sometimes useful, driveway. Sometimes it's a bumper, sometimes it's an ENTIRE vehicle. what can I do? [more inside]
posted by zombieApoc at 7:40 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by zombieApoc at 7:40 PM PST - 13 comments
What are some good websites to learn about (1) varied topics and (2) current events?
What are some good websites to (1) learn about new topics in bite-sized chunks, and (2) to keep abreast of current events? [more inside]
Me and poor Crusoe are sharing the same fate.
(DC suburb filter): Is there anything in College Park, MD? [more inside]
Movie with Inuit boy with TB?
Movie identification filter: Inuit boy, tuberculosis, WWII, Paris, hot-air balloon ride. Not "The Necessities of Life". [more inside]
posted by madmethods at 6:31 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by madmethods at 6:31 PM PST - 3 comments
How much can I expect to spend on 1 week of skiing in Vail, CO?
How much can I expect to spend on 1 week of skiing in Vail, CO? [more inside]
Which Wikileaks?
What _were_ the biggest revelations from the Iraq War Logs and leaked US cables, anyways? [more inside]
Smartphone for use in US/Canada
I live in Montreal but spend 3 months a year in Florida. I want to get a smartphone that I can use in both countries for light voice + data. What are my options? [more inside]
Helpful websites for an aspiring writer?
[Creative Writing Filter] I'm looking for some online resources to help me get back into creative writing after a three year break. [more inside]
WriterFilter/JournoFilter: Tim Cahill Swallows. But How?
How do working writers digest and dramatize their experiences into working literature (or some close proximity thereof) in such quick order? [more inside]
posted by seansbrain at 5:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by seansbrain at 5:44 PM PST - 8 comments
This is why sometimes I wish I were born a man
What do you do for awful period cramps? TMI warning [more inside]
Who is this Spongebob-like guy?
Who is this talking Spongebob-like character on TV in Spain? [more inside]
posted by tamitang at 4:38 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by tamitang at 4:38 PM PST - 2 comments
Updating metadata for entire iTunes library?
I'd really like to update my entire iTunes library and clear any Genre metadata. Is there a simple way to do this? The library's abou 55GB.
Should We Buy a 2007 Nissan Versa SL Sedan?
My wife and I are considering buying a used 2007 Nissan Versa SL Sedan here in Canada. It has 19 000 km on it, and the pretax price is $13 000. Should we buy it? If you have experience with this vehicle, or are generally car-savvy, we would love your input. [more inside]
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 4:11 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 4:11 PM PST - 20 comments
Ghost Investigation Techniques at the community college?
Flipping through a local community college's 'Lifelong Learning' course catalogue for the winter, I found two courses being offered on ghost hunting techniques and methods. This seems to be a crazily inappropriate class for a public college to offer, even in a non-college credit, lifelong learning course.
But is it wrong? [more inside]
Renters' Hindsight 20/20
I just learned -- the HARD way -- that I should have renter's insurance. Seeking recommendations for companies and policies, please. [more inside]
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 4:04 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 4:04 PM PST - 31 comments
Is there a website that collects blogs for you?
Is there any website out there that can collect all of the blogs that I read into one place and notify me when they are updated? [more inside]
posted by trojanhorse at 4:04 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by trojanhorse at 4:04 PM PST - 8 comments
how did you become less self centered
How did you become less self-centered and more invested in the welfare of others? [more inside]
Topless pics damage control
My ex-fiance has topless photos of me, we are still on good terms but I'm not sure how to proceed. [more inside]
I don't want my buddy to freeze.
Winter backpacking with the dog. With a hammock. How do I keep him warm? [more inside]
posted by Netzapper at 3:54 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Netzapper at 3:54 PM PST - 21 comments
Help me withdraw cash from Japan in Seattle
I have a Japan Post bank account with a cash card (not credit card or debit card, however. An ATM card, basically). I will arrive in Seattle just before I get paid in Japan. Is there anywhere in the Seattle area where I can access my Japan Post account and pull out some money?
Simulating the old 'music video' shooting mode?
Back in the '90s there used to be a "music video" style recording mode on Sony camcorders that created a low frame-rate, slightly blurred or dreamy look - perhaps something to do with using fewer frames per second and blending the intermediary frames. Does anyone remember this and know how to recreate that look in post-production, e.g. using final cut pro, etc.?
Economic History beginning with the Ancient and Feudal
My understanding of economic history is rather poor. I couldn't even substantiate my primitive views of how the industrial first world's economy is structured, much less hold any views of how the economics of past communities were structured. So it's rather obvious that I would want to remedy this. [more inside]
posted by SollosQ at 3:19 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by SollosQ at 3:19 PM PST - 10 comments
German Music
I listen to this. What music with intelligible German lyrics might I like?
Unemployment Island
Job Search Paranoia Filter: What does silence mean in the job search process? [more inside]
Help me share my pictures of stupid stuff.
Why won't my facebook mobile uploads work anymore? [more inside]
Where should one live around Hartford CT?
Might end up around Hartford CT...which neighborhood/two within a short drive from East Hartford should I look into? [more inside]
Which musicians rose from homelessness?
Where is a quality Seattle diner?
Any homestyle restaurant recommendations for Seattle? [more inside]
Best book light?
Best book light? [more inside]
Let's Stop Going Out
I can fix it! Maybe. The pilot on our Williams P321638 wall heater keeps going out. Sometimes as often as every minute. Can someone help me confirm the logic to my proposed approach? [more inside]
posted by xz at 12:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by xz at 12:46 PM PST - 13 comments
Banking was conceived in iniquity and born in sin.
Looking for a new local NYC bank for the necessary in-person transactions. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Dirt power in a bucket
Does anyone know of detailed instructions for building the kind of microbial fuel cell described here? Or know enough to explain to me how it's done?
posted by ryanshepard at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by ryanshepard at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
whats the story behind my liquor?
I bought this bottle of rum at a flea market. It says Geseco bay rum on it. and at the bottom says the Goodman Chemical Co., Bush Terminal, Brooklyn NY. Is it worth anything? Is it safe to drink? Whats the history behind it? picture
posted by ihope at 12:21 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by ihope at 12:21 PM PST - 15 comments
FACEBOOK IS TOO STICKY
I've been sending Mobile Uploads to Facebook for way too long now. It works, it's cute, but now I would like all my pictures back. Is there a way to retrieve my directories of "Mobile Uploads" --- 100 pictures each -- WITHOUT clicking on each picture and one-by-one Right-Click-To-Save'ing each picture? [more inside]
posted by shipbreaker at 12:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by shipbreaker at 12:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Grumpy old grandparents in Houston, not easily impressed.
Houston, Texas filter. My visiting grandfather wants pictures in which he is posing in front of marvels of engineering: complicated highway overpasses, most importantly, as well as bridges and downtown skyscrapers from afar. What are the best places in town from which to take these photos?
Also, accessible tourist activities for senior who get tired quickly and don't speak English. [more inside]
posted by halogen at 12:07 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by halogen at 12:07 PM PST - 12 comments
How can I put old text-parser or adventure games on my phone?
How can I put old text-parser or adventure games on my phone? [more inside]
How do I prevent the wrist part of the sleeve from stretching on long sleeve shirts?
How do I prevent the wrist part of the sleeve from stretching on long sleeve shirts? [more inside]
Unclutter my life!
TorontoFilter: How do I get rid of my extra stuff? [more inside]
Good program/script/anything to organize movie downloads on OS X Mac?
Looking for suggestions for how to automate the process of tagging/renaming downloaded movie files on a Macbook so that they're not long strings of technical nonsense. [more inside]
Donde esta la critica literaria?
Where can I find literary criticism in Spanish? [more inside]
Diggging Wi-Fi Password out of a laptop?
Is the Qwest Wi-Fi password retrievable on Daughter's MacBook? [more inside]
Seniors Console Games
Recommendations of recent console games for a library collection that would appeal to seniors. [more inside]
posted by Razzle Bathbone at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Razzle Bathbone at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
Help with home network?
NetworkFilter: Total networking n00b needs help with home network. Snowflake! [more inside]
Refi crashes and burns
I recently started a refi process with a broker highly recommended by a friend. Everything went swimmingly until our rental unit brought the entire process to a halt. Appraisal fee out the door and no new mortgage. What to do now? [more inside]
posted by diode at 10:40 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by diode at 10:40 AM PST - 7 comments
Such a cute pillar of lava
Are there "gift certificates" for World of Warcraft? (Bonus Zombies.) [more inside]
posted by endless_forms at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by endless_forms at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
For the narcissist on your list
ChristmasIsNextSaturday Filter - Looking for a small camera with a swivel screen. [more inside]
posted by 26.2 at 10:17 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by 26.2 at 10:17 AM PST - 3 comments
I have an earbeat.
What is causing this weird ear pulse? [more inside]
Would you like sprinkles with that?
What was this mysterious medication I took as a child? [more inside]
posted by katyggls at 10:03 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by katyggls at 10:03 AM PST - 21 comments
I got soul but I'm not a soldier...
Christmas/birthday gift for a female sophomore West Point (USMA) cadet that will be appreciated, not boring, and not super expensive - google and mefi search are coming up empty! [more inside]
posted by shortskirtlongjacket at 9:52 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by shortskirtlongjacket at 9:52 AM PST - 11 comments
find me resources for bid writing
My partner started a business this year. Neither of us have much experience in submitting bids; specifically, we both suck at knowing what to write. [more inside]
posted by bleary at 9:40 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by bleary at 9:40 AM PST - 11 comments
I want to eat Christmas dinner!
Finally got a diagnosis, and after weeks of waiting for new insurance to come through, I got the meds. My only problem? I feel worse on the meds than I did before. Help me survive the holidays! (Maybe TMI!) [more inside]
An Educated Mind
I want a liberal arts education without going back to school. What should I do? [more inside]
Bodyweight weight loss plan
Having received much excellent and helpful advice on how to improve myself in my last question, I then set out to improve myself. Now that I've decided on my goals (and suffered/learned from some mistakes) I present to you my current cardio/weight loss/bodyweight plan, and hope for any advice/additional tips/corrections, and pose some questions that would be nice to have answers to. [more inside]
Advice for beating self-harming behaviour.
Need help changing a worsening pattern of self-harm. [more inside]
Can I cancel a phone contract for mental health reasons?
A year ago I went through a serious manic episode, during which I signed a 24 month O2 phone contract which I can't afford. Is there any chance O2 would cancel the contract if I explain the situation and provide medical evidence?
Replacement Sprague capacitor
I have an old Stromberg-Carlson tube amp and I'm looking to replace the large Sprague multi-section capacitor. Of course, it's old and searches for something similar haven't paid off. [more inside]
What to drink at the open bar?
What should we try at the open bar? [more inside]
Garland range?
Help me find a manual or any other information about this Garland range. Specifically, we need to figure out why it's not working. [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow at 7:46 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by otherwordlyglow at 7:46 AM PST - 5 comments
Where's Jimmy Stewart when you need him?
What should two atheists do for christmas?
I will be 2692km away from my family, and 1204 km from my closest friends.
My boyfriend is a "christmas is exactly like any other day" kind of guy (for example, he neither wants to receive gifts or give them, because he finds choosing gifts way too stressful), but he loves me and wants me to be happy, so he'll go along with any not-too-over-the-top plan.
We also don't have a lot of money.
I do want to do *something* nice though, so that I don't feel sad/neglected/lonely/left out, and eating icecream + watching a DVD seems a little too low-key...
Can a walk-in clinic help with my shoulder pain?
I have what I think is probably acute bursitis, and/or shoulder impingement syndrome and the pain has become almost unbearable. Should I go to the walk-in clinic? [more inside]
posted by a.steele at 7:37 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by a.steele at 7:37 AM PST - 11 comments
A is to B as C is to D
I'm seeking a creative analogy to explain situations where someone who has a distinct set of skills attempts to apply those skills in a brand new context with the potential for relatively good results if they also acquire new context-specific knowledge and terminology. [more inside]
posted by jeanmari at 7:19 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by jeanmari at 7:19 AM PST - 18 comments
Telling a joke until it is no longer funny.
I'm looking for stories about telling jokes until they are no longer funny. How do people who write comedy tell if the jokes they are writing are still funny after repeating them so many times? I'm interested in hearing more about the short half-life of the joke, and the ways a joke can function after it has lost it's ha-ha-ha. [more inside]
The Case of the Ex
How do I separate my ex's rejection/betrayal from my post-coming out anxieties? [more inside]
Just a bad case of the vapors?
My body seems to overreact horribly to minor problems. Am I crazy or is this a documented condition? All the doctors I've seen have shrugged and asked if I was under a lot of stress. [more inside]
sale in freeport, maine true or false?
Does Freeport, Maine have great sales on clothing before Christmas?
posted by snowliontiger at 6:34 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by snowliontiger at 6:34 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm Not Dr. House, But I Know Someone Who Is.
YANAD, but do you know of an excellent diagnostician in the Boston area (or you've had similar symptoms and you think you know a specialist)? [more inside]
These Blackberries don't taste so good...
Do you know anything about defective Blackberry batteries? Is there a definitive way to tell if a battery is from a defective batch? A list of bad serial numbers? Or a way to tell visually? [more inside]
Cold feet in France
Help me not freeze my feet off. Where can I buy foot warmers in France? [more inside]
posted by la_rousse at 4:37 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by la_rousse at 4:37 AM PST - 3 comments
Sprained thumb? why so long.
Sprained thumb?- pain and stiffness won't go away. What could it be? Hopefully not a ruptured ligament. [more inside]
Ideas for grapefruit-flavoured syrup
What to do with grapefruit-infused simple syrup? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 3:25 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lollusc at 3:25 AM PST - 16 comments
Examples of artistic development
After comparing the first few strips from Questionable Content to the most recent ones, I'd like to find others examples of dramatic improvements over time in people's drawing/drafting/cartooning/CGI skills. I'm looking for inspiration as well as some insight into how such improvement was achieved in a given case, if possible.
Why does Facebook exacerbate grief?
Why am I so grief stricken? [more inside]
iPhoto 9 told me "This is what happens when you meet a stranger in the Alps!"
iPhoto 9.0 trashed two years of photos. Although I've gotten some images back, any final recovery suggestions before I need to write over the drive? [more inside]
December 17
Help me find avant-garde comics/sequential art por favor?
I'm looking for avant-garde/experimental comics or sequential art. [more inside]
posted by fantodstic at 11:41 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by fantodstic at 11:41 PM PST - 22 comments
Equipment to Count Stem Cells in Blood
What inexpensive equipment can be used to count stem cells in a blood sample? [more inside]
Depression Mix
I'm looking for songs that explicitly give advice to make one feel better. [more inside]
Secret Santa?
Someone left a $125 Target gift card on our car either this morning or last night. Who??? [more inside]
Should I say something in this situation?
Should I tell my Ex that he should inform future girlfriends that he has Hepatitis B before they have sex? [more inside]
posted by moomootown at 9:58 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by moomootown at 9:58 PM PST - 29 comments
Whether to contact an acquaintance re: kids and cancer.
A childhood friend posted some pictures of her children today on Facebook in which it appears that her older child has a common symptom of a type of cancer. Should I contact her about it, or should I stay out of it? [more inside]
Thanks...for nothing
My dad wants me to say thank you for a wedding gift that we never got. Should I even though it totally pisses me off? [more inside]
posted by lannanh at 9:26 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by lannanh at 9:26 PM PST - 31 comments
No, this is not a word problem.
I will be riding a train from Chicago to Boston during the upcoming total lunar eclipse. Am I correct that for best viewing, I should sit by the right-side window so as to see the moon in the south sky? Is the moon likely to rise so high that I won't be able to see it at all at its peak from inside a train?
Why do we keep finding playing cards outside our front door?
We frequently find single playing cards outside of our front door. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by Ladysin at 9:14 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Ladysin at 9:14 PM PST - 18 comments
The Artist's Dilemma?
You work hard at something and end up creating a piece of art that you consider powerful, moving, possibly even groundbreaking, something that people should be talking about. Then you share it with your friends and some portions of the internet, and no one responds or seems to care. What conclusions do you come to? [more inside]
Heading to Thailand - Business etiquette or customs and things to do
I am going to be traveling to Thailand to on business for an a while and need advice on business etiquette and also fun things to do and the best places to see. I know there are guidebooks and yet I really enjoy off the beaten track scenes and local color. Should I be worried about safety as an American? This seems silly but bear with me, I just found out today and am trying to digest this....
What kind of medicated chewing gum might a 4-year-old child be chewing at school?
What kind of medicated chewing gum might a 4-year-old child be chewing at school? [more inside]
How to use GRUB to install a second OS on an existing second partition?
Have an existing install of REDHAT on a first partition, I have created a second partition and am trying to use GRUB to install a second OS (happens to be another version of redhat). Please help, or ask for more details if needed. From the GRUB command line how do I make it install on a selected partition.
Need a great appetizer recipe to win a contest
I need a great appetizer recipe for the annual contest at a holiday cocktail party. There will be serious amateur foodies in attendance. I'm terrible at design, so I'm not even going to try to win Best Presentation. What would you make if you were trying for Best Savory, Best Sweet, or Best Overall? A great drink recipe is a possibility, too--last year my homemade eggnog was runner up for Best Sweet (there was no "Best Boozy" category).
Internet TV setup
I am going to buy an LED TV with an ethernet connection that says it is netflix, facebook etc compatible. I can run an ethernet cable from my cable modem. Do I need anything else? How do I navigate around? Do I use my remote for selecting movies? Does HULU or VUDU require additional equipment? Any help would be appreciated. Or point me to a website if you know of one. Thanks!
Why does the electricity shut off on my train just before exiting or entering a station?
Every time I take the train, just before leaving or entering the station, all the lights go out and it seems like the ventilation shuts off too. A couple minutes later everything comes on again. Why does it do that?
posted by Sully at 7:41 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Sully at 7:41 PM PST - 12 comments
Talk to me about DMSO please.
My vet gave me a sample of 99.9% DMSO for my dog's back pain issues. I had never heard of the stuff and was totally fascinated by what I read while researching it. Is there a plot of some kind to keep it criminally underused? [more inside]
posted by Pennyblack at 7:39 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Pennyblack at 7:39 PM PST - 16 comments
one handgun too many
How does one officially get rid of a registered handgun in Canada? (asking for a friend) [more inside]
posted by philip-random at 7:33 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by philip-random at 7:33 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me find a funny video clip from the Nutcracker!
Help me find a funny video clip from the Nutcracker! [more inside]
How can I select this in SQL?
SQLfilter: Help me solve a problem that's driving me crazy. I'm working with someone else's data, and I've got a seemingly insurmountable select problem that no amount of googling has helped me with so far. [more inside]
posted by Mr. Bad Example at 6:27 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mr. Bad Example at 6:27 PM PST - 12 comments
Where can I find ridiculously edgy haircut photos online?
Help me find photos of awesome, crazy, asymmetrical, nontraditional, etc haircuts for women with long hair. For a point of reference, I'm looking for something along the lines of the work at WIP Hairport. [more inside]
How to ace every math class I ever take
I just failed my math class (a finance class). I'm smart at math but I don't handle organization well for math-related classes. How can I handle them classes better? [more inside]
How does one arrange power of attorney fast in NC?
How does one arrange power-of-attorney at short notice in North Carolina? [more inside]
posted by K.P. at 4:55 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by K.P. at 4:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Finding the Right Netbook
What's the best netbook for a 17-year-old boy for Christmas? Yes, I know I am an idiot to be asking this at the last minute. [more inside]
Light my adult fire.
Any adult-use fireplace lighters out there? [more inside]
I am also open to offers to write my papers for me.
I'm having trouble figuring out how to handle my stomach pain, please help me. [more inside]
posted by prefpara at 4:07 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by prefpara at 4:07 PM PST - 24 comments
Where to stay in Tokyo?
You are familiar with Tokyo. You are giving advice to a first-time visitor who is looking to experience some of the best of what the city has to offer. Where would you have them stay? [more inside]
Help me track.... everything
Help a newbie diabetic export glucose monitor data to a Mac. Triple bonus points for iPad. [more inside]
posted by kestrel251 at 3:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kestrel251 at 3:23 PM PST - 8 comments
Dedicating a year to spoiling my physical body
Help me spend a year spoiling my body and becoming incredibly healthy, fit, gorgeous, and happy :) [more inside]
posted by saraindc at 3:08 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by saraindc at 3:08 PM PST - 40 comments
How do I get my mom to get the therapy she needs?
How do I get my mom to see a therapist? [more inside]
What is the legal way to record room temperature?
What is the legal way to record room temperature? I need to sue landlord for not heating the apartment. [more inside]
posted by zavulon at 2:43 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by zavulon at 2:43 PM PST - 32 comments
What we talk about when we talk about bad fruitcake
I know there are a lot of really good fruitcake recipes out there. I don't want those recipes. Please help me make a "bad" fruitcake. [more inside]
Legal and financial planning for single older people.
Truffle oil real?
Is truffle oil a chemical or made from truffles? [more inside]
posted by boby at 1:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by boby at 1:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Coconut water - good or evil?
Coconut water and other "cholesterol-lowering" wonder foods. How to separate out the wacko health-food claims from any legitimate ones? [more inside]
Help me decide how to handle this accident ... Please!
Car Accident Filter: I was rear-ended this week and while I know you are not my insurance agent, doctor or my lawyer, I would greatly appreciated help on what to do next. (More inside) [more inside]
creative design ideas needed for framing a piece of wood carving
creative design ideas needed for framing a piece of wood carving [more inside]
posted by dy at 1:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dy at 1:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Pretty necklace!
Can you help me find jewelry like these two pieces? [more inside]
posted by Ideal Impulse at 1:32 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Ideal Impulse at 1:32 PM PST - 7 comments
I know these boops from somewhere.
Can anyone tell me what song is playing during the introduction of the "Love Thy Neighbor" episode of Wiretap? [more inside]
posted by exit at 1:17 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by exit at 1:17 PM PST - 6 comments
Managing the aftermath of leaving one for another
How do I leave my SO for someone else in the least awful way possible? [more inside]
Will my employer's cost-cutting measure end up costing them money?
Workfilter. In California, can a salaried/exempt employee agree to work and be paid for one day of work during a week-long unpaid furlough? [more inside]
How do I clean the white painted concrete floors in my apartment?
how on earth do I clean these crazy floors? The paint isn't sealed - it's floor paint - and the floor isn't totally even. [more inside]
Dementia and the iPad
Dementia and the iPad: I've just purchased an iPad for my parents. My mother will take to it instantly, but my father has fairly advanced dementia. I want to load the device with apps he may find engaging. Research has revealed a few lists, but I'd love some suggestions based on actual experience.
Christmas Cookies for my Dad
Does anyone know where in New York I can buy diabetic friendly/healthy cookies? [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 11:54 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sweetkid at 11:54 AM PST - 7 comments
Working on Plan B
Tech design recruiters in the Bay Area, please recommend some. [more inside]
Please help Santa to find a way to the X'mas stocking
My daughter came home from her Christmas party with a bag of treats, including a mini book of puzzles. I'd like help solving/identifying one of them. [more inside]
posted by littlegreenlights at 11:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by littlegreenlights at 11:41 AM PST - 9 comments
Curious about your love for ephemera
Do you collect things? What are they and how do you take care of them? [more inside]
Well you should be happy for me...
Many years ago the answering machine at my parents house received a mysterious phonecall which was two male voices. The first said clearly in a fairly loud tone of voice "Well you should be happy for me..." and the other replied "...I am... but..." The message then cut off. Is this from something, or a reference to something? [more inside]
Problem Management Tracking Tool
I am implementing problem management within our business. Looking for a recommended, scalable, configurable problem management tracking tool. [more inside]
posted by multiphrenic at 11:25 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by multiphrenic at 11:25 AM PST - 5 comments
How to handle a greedy landlord?
Interested in tenant rights: NYC landlord is asking for more money (additional $1000) than security+pet deposit ($2,400)?? [more inside]
posted by mooselini at 11:16 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mooselini at 11:16 AM PST - 9 comments
Literature's greatest wizard fights?
What are the best magical duels and battles in literature? Sorcerors blasting each other with lightning bolts, the metaphysical shenanigans of Last Call etc, whatever. I haven't actually read the Harry Potter books, so if there are any particularly good wizard battles in that, do say.
Do I need an accountant?
Do I need to start using an accountant? [more inside]
Am I freezing my computer? Will it break?
How worried should I be about leaving a laptop in a car for a couple of hours at 35 below (F)? [more inside]
What is your favorite dinner roll recipe?
What is your favorite dinner roll recipe? [more inside]
Another request for help with Christmas shopping...
What is the best Christmas-gift for a newly-converted dog person? [more inside]
How do I play mp3's from my phone to my car's aux input via bluetooth?
I'd like to play mp3/audiobooks from my phone through my car's stereo without using wires. [more inside]
posted by maulik at 10:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by maulik at 10:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Where to buy a corporate give-away notebook.
A friend fell in love with a notebook I received as part of a Thank You package. Problem is: the manufacturer only sells this notebook in bulk to companies who want to put their brand on it. Where can I find something similar? [more inside]
What's the original source of the phrase "Wake up, white people" ?
What's the original source of the phrase "Wake up, white people" ? [more inside]
posted by electroboy at 9:59 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by electroboy at 9:59 AM PST - 8 comments
Can you recommend home design repurposing/hack resources?
Can you recommend home design repurposing/hack resources or ideas? [more inside]
Examples of good online timelines?
What are some good examples of timelines you've seen online? Bonus points for those that aren't flash based. We're looking at creating a timeline covering approximately two hundred years in about fifty pictures with captions. Give us some design inspiration before the Holidays.
Help me find the right CFLs for my outdoor light?
Help me figure out if compact fluorescents are the right lights for my outdoor light fixture? Difficulty: the fixture is on an electric eye, the weather gets really cold in the winter, and the lights will be oriented vertically (with the sockets on the bottom). [more inside]
posted by fremen at 9:36 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by fremen at 9:36 AM PST - 17 comments
Christmas dinner without the cleanup
Restaurant recommendations for Christmas dinner in the Washington, DC area? [more inside]
I'd eat a herd of cattle if I thought it would help
What do I eat to increase my red blood cells? [more inside]
posted by Felicity Rilke at 9:33 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Felicity Rilke at 9:33 AM PST - 15 comments
Please no "Islands in the Stream"
Help me make a romantic playlist! I'm looking for quirky boy-girl duets that are sweet but with rough edges. [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 9:20 AM PST - 64 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 9:20 AM PST - 64 comments
Was that a Stealth plane?
Was that a Stealth plane? UFO? Anyone see it? On Wednesday 12/15 my SO in Northern Staten Island saw something in the sky heading South from NYC. She said it was a triangle, very fast and she heard no sound like a jet or chopper. No news reports, nothing on Notify NYC. Maybe it was going to McGuire AFB?
How can I get a credit card with no credit?
I need a credit card. I am 22, and have never had a credit card. I have no credit. What do I do? [more inside]
I'd like to set up a (small) group blog to share links.
I'd like to set up a (small) group blog to share links. [more inside]
posted by sisquoc15 at 9:12 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sisquoc15 at 9:12 AM PST - 4 comments
I want warm feets!
PS Elements to iPhoto migration
How can I migrate my wife's digital pictures from Photoshop Elements 5 on WinXP to iPhoto 8 and preserve the albums? [more inside]
posted by wenestvedt at 8:54 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by wenestvedt at 8:54 AM PST - 2 comments
Was Norwegian Wood ever translated into Turkish?
Does a Turkish edition of Norwegian Wood exist? [more inside]
posted by jng at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jng at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Obviously I Am Not an Alcoholic
How old is too old, with regards to my dusty liquor cabinet? [more inside]
Is there a way to get a replacement for a water-damaged iPhone without visiting an Apple store?
Replacement for water-logged iPhone via Internet? [more inside]
posted by entropicamericana at 8:35 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by entropicamericana at 8:35 AM PST - 8 comments
Mahjong for improvers?
What are the best online resources for mahjong? [more inside]
posted by roofus at 8:03 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by roofus at 8:03 AM PST - 4 comments
I'd rather my teeth not fall out, in all honesty
I have finally gone to the dentist after five years of not being able to afford it. The dentist tells me I have gingivitis and need a $300 treatment. My question is... do I? Do I really? [more inside]
posted by meese at 7:31 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by meese at 7:31 AM PST - 32 comments
Behind the Bars?
There was a website I saw within the last few months (I believe on MeFi) that hosted stories from people in prison in a blog format. I was foolish enough to not bookmark it, and now I cannot find it again. I keep thinking it was called Behind the Bars or something like that, but all of my searches are ending in vain. Does this sound familiar to anyone else?
Thanks
posted by daboo at 7:30 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by daboo at 7:30 AM PST - 3 comments
It's not an idiom. And it's not a phrase. And it's not "conjunction junction"
I'm trying to come up with titles. Where is a site that I can find uses of words that aren't cliches or idioms but common usages? [more inside]
What are some standard databases used for websites?
What are some standard ways for a website to interact with a large database? I'm looking for suggestions of tools or programming languages. [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 7:17 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 7:17 AM PST - 14 comments
Excel sort for relative placement
I'm trying to implement a sorting algorithm in Excel known as "relative placement." Here's the setup: [more inside]
Is there an car thief app for that?
Recently, a friend's beat up old car was stolen the old fashion way - with a screwdriver to the ignition. This made me wonder about auto theft and newer, computer chip laden cars like the 2011 Volvo that I rode in yesterday. Has the computerization of automobiles led to new ways to steal cars? Basically, is there an car thief app for that?
A gift more my new, blind nephew?
What gift for my new, 15-year-old blind nephew? [more inside]
posted by bovious at 6:48 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by bovious at 6:48 AM PST - 10 comments
Where can I get boxes for truffles, today?
Where can I find cardboard boxes of the kind used for chocolate truffles, in New York City, today? [more inside]
posted by novalis_dt at 6:45 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by novalis_dt at 6:45 AM PST - 5 comments
How to tell if netbook is someone else's bot?
Where can I learn more about how one's laptop can be remotely used by others, specifically pertaining to keystrokes, text saved in the cloud such as in a blogpost draft or yahoo mail or some such with a particular emphasis on means to identify and secure one's work, even if offline? [more inside]
Evasive driving near Atlanta
While in law school, my wife did a drive-along with the police. During the night, there was a high speed chase. She still talks about how thrilling it was. Is there someplace within a couple of hours of Atlanta where she could take an evasive driving class? I've found racetrack/NASCAR experiences, but that's not really what I'm looking for.
The Boy with the Arab Rap
Looking for some musical recommendations. Hip hop, dance or other modern genres of music from the Middle East/Africa. [more inside]
posted by longbaugh at 5:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by longbaugh at 5:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me say the right thing!
I need help coming up with something gracious to write on the 90th birthday card for someone who definitely won't make it to his 91st birthday. [more inside]
Why does stuff disappear from Costco.com website without an out of stock indication?
Why does stuff disappear from Costco.com website without an out of stock indication? [more inside]
PS3 to Mac
I've connected my PS3 to my iMac using an HDMI converter, but now I'm having sound issues.... [more inside]
Santa's little helper needs a little help.
Like a lot of families, Christmas will be pretty small in our house this year. I am pretty crafty and I was hoping for some ideas of small, easy presents I can make for my kids. [more inside]
YAMMM... You are my Miss Manners !
How do you politely shake hands with someone who has an impaired right hand ? [more inside]
Should I use the recruiter?
An IT recruiters ad for a contract position gives away the company name. Is it better to go through the recruiter or directly to the company? [more inside]
How to transmit to multiple headphones?
How can I transmit my voice, wirelessly, to 20 people at once, all listening through their own headphones? [more inside]
Recommendations for Windows backup software?
Recommendations for Windows backup software? [more inside]
December 16
My rap Google-Fu is weak...
I'm trying to remember a song by (I think) a San Francisco rapper, originally found it from a YouTube video of beer tours. Longshot follows... [more inside]
How to find a reputable hunting trip guide or operator in southern California?
How do I find a high-quality hunting trip operator or arranger, for California (preferably in southern California)? I was asked to arrange one for a bachelor party, but haven't the foggiest idea how to find a reputable guide or organizer. I've asked around and googled but with no success. We're looking for a hunt involving a larger animal, but could go smaller or with water fowl depending on the budget. I know there are many who find hunting objectionable (and I'm not exactly a fan, either), but this would mean a lot for the bachelor, and I'd love to make this happen for him. Thanks!
posted by ccl6yl at 11:30 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ccl6yl at 11:30 PM PST - 9 comments
Portable Projector
Could anyone suggest a good portable projector? [more inside]
posted by coffeefilter at 11:05 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by coffeefilter at 11:05 PM PST - 2 comments
The good pirate needs a friendly name
Recommendations for a nickname/pseudonym for business purposes. [more inside]
Give Me Problems!
Looking for puzzles to exercise my brain! [more inside]
no more uniboob
Bra Filter: Help me find a super comfy bra for home/errands/sleeping. [more inside]
Avi to DVD -- with no DVD burner?
I need to get a few small .avi files burned onto a DVD that will play in a standard DVD player. Complication: I don't have a DVD burner. Are there any shops in Manhattan that will do it for me while I wait? [more inside]
How to fix margins on an ePub for Nook?
Help with creating an ePub file for my Nook ereader. This may be a no-brainer for you HTML experts--I want to specify margins to ensure they fit the Nook's screen... [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 8:36 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by zardoz at 8:36 PM PST - 3 comments
Opposite of loan-sharking? Loan-baby-bunny?
Looking for a fun way to say: "you don't owe me that money anymore" [more inside]
posted by cheemee at 8:30 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by cheemee at 8:30 PM PST - 17 comments
Weirdest Legal News of 2010
What are the weirdest legal news stories of 2010? [more inside]
my mom my roommate
My mom has moved in... (long post) [more inside]
Always crashing in the same car
How can I forget an old friend of mine? [more inside]
WTF happened to my custom ringtones on my iPhone?
I just updated my 3Gs iPhone last night to version 4.2.1, and I can't figure out how to get my custom ringtones back on my phone. Am I missing something (probably...)? [more inside]
I probably have several plates of beans. What do I do with them all?
I have a bunch of extra cooked kidney beans (I cooked more than I needed for a soup I was making). I estimate I have somewhere between 3 and 5 cups of cooked beans. What should I do with the extra beans? (Besides overthinking them, of course.)
posted by ocherdraco at 6:50 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 6:50 PM PST - 27 comments
Can I punch a hole safely into my Caltrain Clipper Card?
BART/caltrain filter: Where would it be safe to punch a hole in my Clipper transit 'smart' card? [more inside]
posted by rampy at 6:39 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by rampy at 6:39 PM PST - 20 comments
My radio show won't stream. I am miserable.
I want to stream This American Life while I lay out a giant document. But alas, it won't work. Help me figure out why. This question is a very specific question. [more inside]
posted by millipede at 6:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by millipede at 6:27 PM PST - 2 comments
How to deal with flakey friends?
How do you deal with flakey friends who do not commit to their own plans? [more inside]
What kind of wood flooring should we get?
What kind of wood flooring should we get for our new house? Complications: two small kids, largish dog, budget. [more inside]
European telecom regulation, how does it work?
Urgently searching for a primer on and brief history of telecom regulation the EU. [more inside]
Netbook from Verizon - use with current WiFi setup? Monthly charge?
I live in Los Angeles and have Time Warner for my internet connection and Verizon for my cell service. If I buy a WiFi-capable netbook from Verizon, will it pick up the the signal from my wireless router I'm already using at home? If so, does this mean I don't have to pay any monthly charges for having the netbook?
posted by AONeal79 at 5:20 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by AONeal79 at 5:20 PM PST - 4 comments
Metal solos in A Minor pentatonic?
I've been learning to play metal guitar for the last couple months, and my guitar teacher asked me to bring some tabs with (preferably relatively easy) lead parts in A minor pentatonic scale. Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by vorfeed at 5:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by vorfeed at 5:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Tips for a West Palm Beachin' Time on New Years Eve
Ideas for New Year's Eve in South Florida? Wife and I are driving down to WPB for a week over Christmas and New Years. Last year I asked this question and we had a memorable time in Montgomery. So, hivemind, what you got for South Florida NYE recos?
Details inside: [more inside]
Are my memories real?
I have a reputation in my family for exaggerating or outright lying about things that happened in the past. This reputation is undeserved. What's going on? [more inside]
Ow. Hospital?
Is this pain really a UTI? Should I go to the ER? [more inside]
How much will it cost to paint my car?
How much will it cost to get my car painted? [more inside]
posted by arveale at 4:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by arveale at 4:19 PM PST - 7 comments
Your favorite face pillow?
Do you like using a face pillow for lying on your stomach on a regular bed (i.e. not a massage table)? What kind is it and where can I get one? [more inside]
flu during finals blues
Is it appropriate to ask for an extension on a final exam due to flu? [more inside]
Photo scanning service near Altadena, CA?
Photo scanning service near Altadena, CA? [more inside]
posted by bjrubble at 3:33 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bjrubble at 3:33 PM PST - 4 comments
Miscategorized as a student visa violator
How to stop getting stopped when I legally enter the US with my Green Card? Immigration officers pull me out of line and claim I am a former student visa violator. But, they won't tell me how to learn more or fix this. Help! [more inside]
posted by Doggiebreath at 3:31 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Doggiebreath at 3:31 PM PST - 14 comments
Will I be punished for my inability to choose?
Linux Question: KDE, Gnome, keeping things seperate, the future etc. (Ubuntu/Fedora). [more inside]
posted by rosswald at 3:28 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by rosswald at 3:28 PM PST - 12 comments
It doesn't even burn.
Why do I feel like peeing every 5 minutes? [obviously TMI] [more inside]
posted by apophenia at 3:20 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by apophenia at 3:20 PM PST - 38 comments
Is this basil okay to eat?
Is my basil okay even if it's now a different color? [more inside]
posted by thehandsomecamel at 3:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by thehandsomecamel at 3:10 PM PST - 7 comments
help me dump these netbooks
I have two hard-drive-less Dell Mini 9s. What is the best way to make some money getting rid of them? [more inside]
posted by rebent at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rebent at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Lazy way to play games on TV?
A bunch of us nerds like to play PC games together on the living room television, but I'm getting tired of lugging my computer from the office to hook it up in the living room! What would be the easiest/cheapest way achieve the same results while leaving the PC in its place? [more inside]
Online family tree?
Starting an on-line family tree: Geni or MyHeritage? [more inside]
Maybe all I need is a good slap in the face.
What are your tricks for waking up in the morning? [more inside]
Good Samaritan Story Thread
Please help me find a thread (from a year or two ago) that consisted entirely of people sharing stories (for the first time ever) of nice things they've done for complete strangers. It was popular at the time, but I can't seem to find it now! [more inside]
posted by siclik at 2:04 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by siclik at 2:04 PM PST - 10 comments
Blank Verse Feminine Endings
In the mechanics of blank verse, why do feminine endings go with eleven-syllable lines? [more inside]
posted by Paquda at 2:02 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Paquda at 2:02 PM PST - 7 comments
Do all nouns have a plural form?
English language filter: Do all nouns have a plural form? If not what is an example of a noun with no plural form?
22" or 24" monitor for clearer picture?
I'm getting my mother a new monitor for Christmas to replace her 17inch CRT, which she runs at 800x600 because she finds it easier to read. Would the larger pixels of a 24" monitor make it a better replacement than a 22" or would the overall size be disorienting? [more inside]
posted by tomcooke at 1:19 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tomcooke at 1:19 PM PST - 9 comments
Find me a dog sitter in upper Westchester County
I live alone in upper Westchester County, NY and have no one local who can watch my dog. Every now and then, I would like to go out at night. Help me find pet care for my dog so I can do this with a clear conscience! [more inside]
posted by badgermushroomSNAKE at 1:12 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by badgermushroomSNAKE at 1:12 PM PST - 10 comments
Who performed this cover of Bjork's "All is Full of Love"?
Who performed this cover of Bjork's "All is Full of Love"? [mediafire download] I downloaded it off Napster a decade ago. I've searched the interwebs, shazam, secondhandsongs, coversproject, etc. etc., and nothing. Any tips? Might you know this fellow?
Help tame The Monkey Mind!
I've come to the conclusion that the root of unhappiness/strife, etc. is what goes on inside my own noodle. In addition to meditation (and, with apologies, excluding western religion) how to tame The Monkey Mind?
How to better control the quality of one's thoughts?
There was a magic substance and an English lady and, umm....
Can't-remember-book-filter: I read a preview in the back of another book but I can't remember the title or author of either one... [more inside]
posted by yggdrasil at 12:59 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by yggdrasil at 12:59 PM PST - 7 comments
The 1968 conventions
Recently a college radio station here played a recording of a man recounting the story of the 1968 United States presidential election in a quasi-biblical radio-preacher style. Please help me find this recording. [more inside]
posted by enn at 12:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by enn at 12:54 PM PST - 2 comments
stumble-upon any other delicious magnolias lately?
In light of this picture swirling around the web, it seems timely to revisit the question: what's the best social bookmarking service?
Please compare and recommend. [more inside]
posted by Prince_of_Cups at 12:31 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by Prince_of_Cups at 12:31 PM PST - 37 comments
Knowledge that will hurt my friends. Or my XCo. (ethical Q)
Several years ago I left OldCo for NewCo, but maintained a lot of friendships with people from OldCo. NewCo was taken over by XCo, who made a lot of changes. XCo interested OldCo in some products. [more inside]
Help me identify this painting!
Webcomics: Technical Help to Get Started
Webcomic: the technical instructions? [more inside]
posted by The ____ of Justice at 12:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by The ____ of Justice at 12:19 PM PST - 11 comments
Where can I get a rechargeable flashlight?
Where can I find a rechargeable flashlight that plugs directly into the wall socket without a separate adapter? My father had a flashlight that he loved for gardening and for power outages. It was a normal flashlight that plugged directly into the wall, so he didn't have to worry about cords. The charge lasted more than an hour. Now that that's broken, I'd love to find a suitable replacement for him. Any ideas?
posted by totalbs247 at 11:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by totalbs247 at 11:53 AM PST - 7 comments
What's a good small-animal-related activity in the Los Angeles area?
It's my girlfriend's birthday next month, and I'm looking for ideas. She absolutely freaks out in the presence of small, furry cute things, so I'd like to use that as a jumping-off point. [more inside]
posted by PM at 11:49 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by PM at 11:49 AM PST - 7 comments
Upgrading Photoshop CS
Can I still upgrade my copy of Photoshop CS to Photoshop CS4? [more inside]
Companies that convert VHS to digital files?
As a Christmas gift to my parents, I want to hire a company to convert my parent's old home movies on VHS to digital files. My parents and the VHS tapes are located in Ohio and I am in NYC, but I am willing to pay to have the VHS tapes shipped somewhere. I don't need to do this before Christmas, but I do want to know what reputable company will do this and the cost. [more inside]
posted by Falconetti at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Falconetti at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
Old-Fashioned Fudge Recipe, Please?
I’m looking for a very specific fudge recipe that I haven’t made in many years and now can’t find. It makes what I call “old-fashioned fudge”, with more of a crumbly, almost grainy texture than the creamier, gooey fudge. [more inside]
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit at 11:21 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit at 11:21 AM PST - 17 comments
What are these sticks?
Can I become a better person inside?
Can I become a better person inside? Not just in actions, but in thoughts? [more inside]
Help me plan a trip to Joshua Tree, CA
Help me plan a 3-day trip to Joshua Tree (CA).
Or alternatively, suggest another really cool natural area to check out in Southern California in late January.
I am in my cousin's wedding in the L.A. area and am coming with my girlfriend. We decided to take a few extra days--she's never been to California and I've only ever kept my visits to family time, usually in the OC area.
We're renting a car, so we'll have transportation. Is late January a good time to go? Do you have any recommendations for gear rental (doubt I'll be able to climb, unfortunately)? I have gear at home in Michigan, but I'd like to travel light.
If you have alternative suggestions--they can be around L.A.--I'd love to hear them.
Thanks.
Classic helicopter game/sim
Help me remember the name of a helicopter firefighting game/simulator. [more inside]
posted by sherlockt at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sherlockt at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Route this!
Help me find the awesomest router on Earth that's ~$150 or less & that has all of the features that I require. [more inside]
posted by eunoia at 10:13 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by eunoia at 10:13 AM PST - 14 comments
Do you own Creative's D100 or D200 wireless Bluetooth speakers?
Do you own Creative's D100 or D200 wireless Bluetooth speakers? You do? What's the sound quality like? Would you recommend them? [more inside]
posted by judomadonna at 9:54 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by judomadonna at 9:54 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me identify two people from the history of cinema
I need New York satsumas NOW, dammit.
I love citrus generally, but I was just thinking about how I really, really love satsumas - but haven't seen them in the local Whole Foods in a while. I'm in NYC - where can I go now, and generally, to get some delicious satsumas? [more inside]
How can I get a laptop meeting the MIL-STD 81OG standard by Monday?!
[Laptop Filter question] I need to find a laptop with semi-exact specifications, and I need it by Monday. The kicker is, it must meet the military standard of durability MIL-STD 81OG and be 32-bit with a 15.4" display. I live right between Baltimore and DC. [more inside]
Western fiction recommendations?
If you enjoy Louis L'amour, what other authors are you likely to enjoy? [more inside]
Excuse me while I obsess over puzzle pieces
LongshotFilter + RecommendationFilter: I'm looking for two specific 1000+ piece jigsaw puzzles from my childhood. Descriptions are inside, but since finding them seems unlikely, I'm also looking for recommendations for similar large, difficult puzzles. My tastes in jigsaws run to muted color palettes; I'm trying to branch out from replicas of famous paintings and generic landscapes (although particularly striking architecture is fair game); I prefer photorealism or intricate geometrical or abstract designs, rather than the "giant collection of loosely related objects which is difficult mostly because it's so visually busy" school of puzzles (so, like this, but not this); I'm unlikely to be interested in things smaller than 1000 pieces. I'd prefer specific recommendations if you've got 'em, but links to general suppliers are ok too. [more inside]
friendship and depression, how to reconnect?
How to re-connect with friends while depressed/trying to get over depression? [more inside]
Picking skin
I can't stop picking at my skin. What can I do to try? [more inside]
Batch screenshot tool for Windows?
On the Mac, I love the application Paparazzi for taking full-page screenshots. For a project at work, I'm looking for a similar tool for Windows, or possibly a web service. Ideally, I would like something that has the ability to accept a text file of URLs (as Paparazzi does.) Does such a thing exist for Windows / on the web somewhere?
posted by emelenjr at 9:02 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by emelenjr at 9:02 AM PST - 2 comments
Netflix CEO interview, circa 1997
Please help me find this interview with Reed Hastings, conducted/published in the very early days of Netflix. [more inside]
posted by jbickers at 9:01 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by jbickers at 9:01 AM PST - 2 comments
Bill Clinton's Mannerisms and Traits
What were/are Bill Clinton's "class markers" that caused people to highlight his working class background when he was president or running for president? [more inside]
Help me pick out something good
I don't have experience with buying jewelry, but want to get my girlfriend a 16 inch, white-gold chain necklace. I'd like it to be sturdy, able to hold a pendant, and within the price range of $100 to $200. [more inside]
Deca-?
Wordsmiths: Is there a commonly used term for a group of ten (people, things)?
Why are there still salt ponds in the SF Bay?
Why are levees around decommissioned salt ponds left in place? [more inside]
posted by morganw at 8:21 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by morganw at 8:21 AM PST - 5 comments
Who has the widest wooliest socks?
Guessing sock size for my large cousin's Christmas present: she needs warm wooly socks, and I know nothing about buying clothes in big sizes. But aren't socks simpler? Somebody please help me out! [more inside]
posted by aimedwander at 8:18 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by aimedwander at 8:18 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me make my dog less miserable in the car.
What is the proper dosage/usage of Dramamine for a dog that gets carsick? I know YANAVet and YANMVet. [more inside]
posted by RolandOfEld at 8:00 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by RolandOfEld at 8:00 AM PST - 18 comments
Looking for 15-inch Computer Monitor
Is it possible to get a high-quality 15-inch or 17-inch external monitor for my MacBook Air? [more inside]
posted by alms at 7:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by alms at 7:50 AM PST - 6 comments
Joshua Tree/Palm Springs in the rain
We're going on an anniversary trip to Palm Springs/Joshua Tree this weekend, and the weather looks like it's going to rain most of the time. Does anyone have any indoor recommendations for Palm Springs (we were planning on the desert zoo) or good restaurants for lunch?
Is hiking in Joshua Tree still enjoyable if it does rain or should we find other things to do and hike it just when it's clear? We'll have basic rain jackets.
posted by ejaned8 at 7:28 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ejaned8 at 7:28 AM PST - 6 comments
Help improving my wardrobe
Recommend me someone who can tell me What Not To Wear in NYC. [more inside]
posted by mccn at 7:06 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by mccn at 7:06 AM PST - 23 comments
Best Librarian Mags
Librarian advice: What library magazine(s) should a budding librarian subscribe to? [more inside]
posted by luckyveronica at 7:05 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by luckyveronica at 7:05 AM PST - 10 comments
What to bring my kids from Baltimore
What would be a great gift to bring my 4(girl) & 7(boy) year old kids back from Baltimore? [more inside]
posted by zeoslap at 6:49 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by zeoslap at 6:49 AM PST - 13 comments
Sloan, Jim. "Render Safe." Reno Gazette-Journal ???: ???-???.
Does anyone know how I can get this article from the Reno Gazette-Journal about the Harvey's Lake Tahoe bombing, for free? You can access the depreciated site here, but the links and images are all dead. I searched on their archives, but it looks like you need to buy all the parts of the article separately.
posted by jstef at 6:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jstef at 6:19 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I 'get happy?'
How do I... feel better? [more inside]
parse pix/asa logs
Trying to create a Perl or shell script to parse/convert Cisco PIX/ASA logs into a CSV format. Has anyone had any success with this? Since all messages aren't standard, I'm trying to think of the best way to approach this issue. Has anyone had any success, or have a good AWK, Grep, SED, or perl script that can get this done?
posted by fozzie33 at 5:05 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by fozzie33 at 5:05 AM PST - 17 comments
Purple Cow Video Business
Dear fellow MeFites, please help me kickstart my video production business? [more inside]
What to do near Koreatown in LA
LA Filter: I'm in Los Angeles on a short trip. I'm staying in Koreatown on Wilshire with NO car. I have an event this evening but have the morning, afternoon, and Friday morning free to explore. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by lychee at 2:16 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by lychee at 2:16 AM PST - 8 comments
What could be taking my parcels from the USA such a long time to arrive here in Canada?
What could be taking my parcels from the USA such a long time to arrive here in Canada? [more inside]
Unexplained increase in Flickr visitors
My Flickr account is totally not popular, and for good reason. It's mostly just a bunch of photos for my parents to look at and I average about 1 visit per day at best.. I looked at my stats recently and, for some reason, 522 people looked at photos, mostly referred from Flickr. WTF? How do I figure out what happened?
posted by Foam Pants at 12:59 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Foam Pants at 12:59 AM PST - 18 comments
Why do I always remember the wrong parts of the conversation
NPRfilter: Female singer (from the 50s?) mentioned on NPR in the last week. She was characterized by the music critic as never overdoing vocal tricks, sining minimally and "just the right amount". The singing sample had very little musical backing. She retired early at the height of her popularity after getting sick of the music business. [more inside]
posted by benzenedream at 12:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by benzenedream at 12:19 AM PST - 9 comments
December 15
I Don't Believe in God Anymore
I have just recently realized I don't believe in god. It's difficult because my father was a Presbyterian minister. [more inside]
How best deal with the Realities of Individual-Plan Drug Coverage
How can we get the meds. we need when our individual plan does not cover them? [more inside]
posted by tangram1 at 10:39 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by tangram1 at 10:39 PM PST - 19 comments
They are both on the same side of the tracks.
[Philadelphia Filter] - Bridesburg / Wissinoming area vs. Mayfair [more inside]
What's the best way to track Twitter hashtags?
What are the best tools for accurately tracking and getting statistics on Twitter hashtags? [more inside]
how to cook a fabulous meal in a not-so-fabulous kitchen
I need to cook a nice Christmas dinner for nine, in a woefully inadequate kitchen. To make things worse, there's only one table that barely seats six. What can I make that's elegant, festive, and delicious; which requires almost nothing in the way of cooking tools; and is easy to eat from a plate balanced on your lap? [more inside]
posted by Capri at 8:13 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by Capri at 8:13 PM PST - 33 comments
best tourist experience in 11 hour London layover
11 hour layover in London - how to maximize the tourist experience? [more inside]
Lost Dog
Any hope for finding this lost pup? [more inside]
Loose current or what?
Hey fellow MeFites! I have a question about nerve activity in the body.
I'm 19 years old and I was watching a newer 2003 series The Twilight Zone episode where a guy got struck by lightning and had tons of excess electricity going through his body. The doctors were able to release some of the electricity from his body through some medical device. [more inside]
Hot girls are...
What are some specific, widely held, possibly irrational turn-ons... for those attracted to females. [more inside]
What's the charging voltage for an Mx Revolution Mouse?
I've lost the charging dock and AC adapter for the Logitech MX Revolution mouse. There's no way to charge this mouse without the dock. I think I can pretty easily build a new dock on my own, I'm just looking for owners of this mouse to answer a technical question to help with construction. [more inside]
Will need a phone
Would anyone confirm or deny that the Vodafone store in the Dublin airport is still there? And you can buy a pay-as-you-go phone for around $50 American? And it's near the arrival hall? [more inside]
How do I give my parents a lifetime of photos?
My Christmas gift to my parents this year is that I have been scanning my baby pictures using a Pandigital Photolink One-touch scanner, which scans individual pictures. I have been saving them to a memory card, and then to my computer. I am trying to figure out the best way to present this to my parents. [more inside]
Thirty Boxes of Books
Thirty Boxes of Books--
Best way to sell thirty boxes of books? [more inside]
Have they invented the snorkel-microphone yet?
Privacy-preserving microphone: does this product exist yet? [more inside]
posted by foursentences at 6:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by foursentences at 6:30 PM PST - 4 comments
Where in NYC can I get a presentation book or photo book bound for cheap and ASAP?
Where in NYC can I get photo books printed cheap and ASAP? Or any other quick ways of getting a nice-looking, bound book? [more inside]
posted by lovelygirl at 6:22 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by lovelygirl at 6:22 PM PST - 6 comments
Valerian Root Will Make You Sleepy
What dose of Valerian (in capsule or other form) has worked for you, for sleeplessness? [more inside]
posted by enzymatic at 6:01 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by enzymatic at 6:01 PM PST - 21 comments
So many legal writing books, so little time (or necessity).
Legal writing/law school filter: As a 2L, I have a few legal writing books that I had to buy for my first year writing course. I'm curious which ones I could (should?) get rid of, and/or suggestions for others. [more inside]
posted by midatlanticwanderer at 5:55 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by midatlanticwanderer at 5:55 PM PST - 17 comments
Class Action Lawsuit ?
If I am a qualified claimant for a Class Action Lawsuit regarding an Illegal Strip Search in the state of IL, and am eligible for a payment of anywhere from $700-$1000, do you believe that is fair? or should I "opt out" and try to recover damages with my own attorney?
Adult Sci-Fi that is easy to read?
What easy and entertaining fiction books can I buy? The genre is teen/adult sci-fi/Magic/Mysterious, for example Swan Song, The Hunger Games... [more inside]
PDF links for dummies
Method to automatically print or download PDFs from a website. [more inside]
Help me figure out what specs I need on a netbook with these idiosyncratic demands:
Help me figure out what specs I need on a netbook with these idiosyncratic demands, under $400. [more inside]
What's up with windows windows?
What is going on with my XP file windows? [more inside]
Looking for sleek, classy, non-tacky interior design inspiration from the 1970's.
Looking for sleek, classy, non-tacky interior design inspiration from the 1970's. [more inside]
posted by lovableiago at 4:03 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lovableiago at 4:03 PM PST - 20 comments
Advise on dealing with a socially isolated 16 year old who is smoking pot by himself?
Advise on dealing with a socially isolated 16 year old who is smoking pot by himself? Please help. [more inside]
posted by Flood at 3:58 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Flood at 3:58 PM PST - 39 comments
I found pictures of
I was looking through the pictures on my BF's iPhone this morning, and I found a few pictures of his ex girlfriend that he had saved recently. He claims that he has no feelings for her. Should I be worried? [more inside]
posted by maggymay at 3:29 PM PST - 59 comments
posted by maggymay at 3:29 PM PST - 59 comments
How do I find a psychiatric service dog?
How might I go about finding a psychiatric service dog? [more inside]
posted by brina at 3:21 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by brina at 3:21 PM PST - 10 comments
T-Mobile Caller ID on Landline Phones?
Using cell phone with T-Mobile and wondering - do names and the number show up on a landline Caller ID?
Non-romantic "us" book?
I really want to fill out a book like this ... but for my sibling. Does something like what I want exist? Does anyone have any experience with books of these kind or know of one that would work in a non-romantic context?
posted by jitterbug perfume at 3:19 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 3:19 PM PST - 5 comments
How difficult is it to land a job at an investment bank?
How difficult is it to land a job at an investment bank? [more inside]
posted by gibbsjd77 at 2:30 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by gibbsjd77 at 2:30 PM PST - 25 comments
Advice for students considering an MFA in visual art?
Can anyone point me toward advice designed to help undergraduates decide if they should get an MFA / MA / other post-graduate degree in visual art? [more inside]
Yes, I'll be checking out from InCopy indefinitely, thanks. If only I knew how...
InDesign & InCopy hell, please help me. [more inside]
posted by NekulturnY at 2:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by NekulturnY at 2:24 PM PST - 4 comments
Why don't Westerners like Asian desserts?
Why don't Westerners like Asian desserts? [more inside]
Interesting uses for file cabinets?
Egg-and-cheese bagels, it's not you. It's me.
I need healthy grab-and-go breakfast ideas. [more inside]
Stuck in marriage limbo
How do I (from the U.S) secure documentation proving that my destination wedding in Italy actually took place? [more inside]
posted by mockjovial at 1:37 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by mockjovial at 1:37 PM PST - 14 comments
What is the field of study or classification system for indexing glyphs by their visual characteristics?
What is the field of study or classification system for indexing glyphs by their visual characteristics? [more inside]
posted by adipocere at 1:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by adipocere at 1:23 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I download this from embedit.in?
Link to 306 page book in embedit.in which I want in a pdf. format. Can't do this with cute pdf as it tells me adobe keeps crashing. This is the only copy of his book I know anywhere, as the National Library of Colombia in Bogota does not have a copy. I am not very technical but I try. I use Firefox in XP and would greatly appreciate any help or if someone knows how to do this can they download it for me and send possibly using yousend it. Email in profile. Special Santa standing by !
posted by adamvasco at 1:17 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by adamvasco at 1:17 PM PST - 11 comments
Flash Cam Crash
Why won't my webcam work on the web anymore? [more inside]
Help me find this picture!
How do I know if quitting my job and traveling is the right move?
I've been working in the same job since college for several years now, and am starting to feel the "what else is out there" itch that I'm sure isn't uncommon for someone approaching 30. I feel like I want to spend several months roaming the world, but I'm not sure if I'm doing it for the right reasons, and if I'm fully evaluating the cost/benefit aspect. [more inside]
Recommendations for a poly relationship counselor in the Bay Area?
Recommendations for a couples therapist in the SF Bay Area who specializes in working with couples in poly relationships? [more inside]
What dog training data should I gather?
What kind of data do I need to be keeping track of as I go, so its easily available when I need to send out resumes? (dog training) [more inside]
Every app on my phone, in three touches or fewer
Does a widget exist for Android to jump instantly to any home screen with one touch? [more inside]
If she were a man and not a woman, this wouldn't be cool at all
It's kind of uncomfortable at times, being a female professional in a male-dominated work environment where most of the female employees are on the other side of the business-coin as support staff (less education and pay). Was yesterday's incident somewhat sexist or am I being an educational elitist? [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 12:20 PM PST - 75 comments
posted by lizbunny at 12:20 PM PST - 75 comments
Fun Toronto neighbourhoods close to a boring GTA neighbourhood?
Looking for a fun Toronto neighbourhood. Special constraints: commuting to Markham. [more inside]
posted by ripley_ at 12:19 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ripley_ at 12:19 PM PST - 12 comments
Fixing very uneven concrete floors in existing houses?
Builders and contractors: is there anything that can be done, after-the-fact, about very uneven, sloped concrete floors? [more inside]
Lolcat Bible, King Kitteh version
Some months back I was contacted by a publisher, and they requested permission to put my kitteh's photograph in their book - The Lolcat Bible. Of course I said yes. I received a copy, with my cat on page 116, and I was thrilled...til the book went missing. I recently got a hold of another copy of this book, and my cat? Missing. What the heck? I cannot find any evidence of different versions online. Can you help me find another copy of the one they sent? [more inside]
posted by routergirl at 12:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by routergirl at 12:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Is there an iPhone app that manages kids allowance and can be shared across multiple phones?
Is there an iPhone app that can be shared across multiple users/phones to manage kids' allowances? [more inside]
Mystery Theater recommendations?
Trying to separate the wheat from the chaff in the world of Mystery Theater. [more inside]
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
How do you tell the same important story again and again without it becoming a stale 'bit'?
How do you tell the same important story again and again without it becoming a stale 'bit'? [more inside]
Legit ad networks, vendors etc. to help us grow Facebook fans and Twitter followers quickly?
Can anyone recommend legit ad networks, vendors etc. to help us grow a client's Facebook fans and Twitter followers quickly? [more inside]
Am I entitled to a half-day's pay in California when my employer cancels my shift due to weather?
Am I entitled to a half-day's pay in California when my employer cancels my shift due to weather? [more inside]
posted by speedgraphic at 11:29 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by speedgraphic at 11:29 AM PST - 2 comments
I think therefore... fuck.
Is there a name for the sort of radical skepticism that results from accepting Kripke's interpretation of Wittgenstein but rejecting his solution to the rule-following paradox? [more inside]
posted by 256 at 11:25 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by 256 at 11:25 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me name this tune
SongIdentityFilter: Italian-language and funny noises song. "Commedia" Anyone?? [more inside]
so long, and thanks for all the fish
I'm leaving my job at an environmental foundation after 5 years. My last day is tomorrow, and the 15 people in the office are starting in a new office space on Monday. I'm probably going to write individual cards to a few people, but what's a good gift for the whole group? They're overstocked with chocolate, plants, and cut flowers.
accountant freelance taxes
I'm a freelance graphic designer and I need a great (and reasonably friendly) accountant in the NYC area. Maybe an online/remote accountant would be ok too? I don't feel the need to see someone in person, but I'm not sure a far-off accountant would be familiar enough with NY/NJ tax laws. Any recommendations? Thanks!
Figuring out how to reconcile responsibilities to family and desire to grow the hell up already
Adult staying at home to help financially support parents, parents split up, total financial chaos ensues... NOW how/when am I going to become an independent, grown-up adult? [more inside]
posted by so_gracefully at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by so_gracefully at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
Build a collaborative online system for his college dorm floor.
Help me help my nephew build a collaborative online system for his college dorm floor. [more inside]
posted by Quisp Lover at 10:19 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 10:19 AM PST - 22 comments
Track info on Shoutcast in Windows Media Player?
I've embedded my Shoutcast stream into my website using Windows Media Player. How can I get it to show track information? [more inside]
Nominative? Genitive? Ablative? Help me memorize what is what!
Latin filter: I am taking a basic Latin course and am having a heck of a time memorizing case endings. Does anyone have any tips for memorizing these? I tried flash cards, which work really well for vocab, but not so well for cases. Do I just need to write them out hundreds of times?
posted by apricot at 9:48 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by apricot at 9:48 AM PST - 26 comments
The perfect web-based to-do app
I'm lookin for the perfect web based To-Do solution for my company. [more inside]
I can't keep up with the happy-happy-joy-joy
Please give me some external validation that my supervisor's need for reassurance is really not ok, and advise on how to disguise my extreme discomfort. [more inside]
Which English translation of Schopenhauer should I read?
PhilosophyFilter: Which English language translation of Die Welt als Wille und Vorstellung should I read? [more inside]
posted by nzero at 9:28 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by nzero at 9:28 AM PST - 1 comment
Chuck Norris doesn't take photos, he keeps moments in time in his freezer.
A photographer I work with looks alarmingly similar to Chuck Norris. Can you please submit your best photo-related Chuck Norris facts? This website does not have any answers regarding photography.
posted by infinitefloatingbrains at 9:16 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by infinitefloatingbrains at 9:16 AM PST - 14 comments
She's leaving but not gone.
My soon-to-be-ex girlfriend is moving out. How do I keep myself sane the next month? [more inside]
If I only wiped 10% of a hard drive before selling it, am I 90% screwed?
What damage control measures can I do for selling my PC on eBay which was only partially wiped? Yes, I know how stupid this was. [more inside]
Need your creative juice for filling a toy vending machine for my girlfriend
What creative, fun and affordable things could I fill 2" capsule vending machine with designed specifically for my girlfriend? [more inside]
Deep end is deep
Help me install numpy (the python numerical computing module) on an Amazon EC2 instance! [more inside]
posted by Salvor Hardin at 8:22 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Salvor Hardin at 8:22 AM PST - 9 comments
Gift for 6-year-old with Asperger's
Sorry all, but I do have a gift question that I can't find the answer to elsewhere. I'm looking for a gift for a six-year old with Asperger's who is currently very interested in locks of all sorts. [more inside]
Please help me adjust to leaving the wilderness!
What are some readings/stories/essays/poetry that might ease the shock of returning to "civilization" after 3 months in the wilderness? [more inside]
posted by daelin at 8:12 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by daelin at 8:12 AM PST - 10 comments
iPhone app gift suggestions?
iPhone app filter: my brother's birthday is coming up and I'd like to surprise him with an iPhone app. Since I don't have an iPhone I need help. Tell me about awesome apps! It'd be great if I could surprise him with something he's never heard of! [more inside]
Can't create new data set in R Commander
Running R Commander (GUI for the stats package R) on my Mac — or at least I would be, if I could create a new data set. The menu item Data—>New Data Set seems to be missing. As such, I can't input any data. [more inside]
posted by dondiego87 at 7:33 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dondiego87 at 7:33 AM PST - 4 comments
Finding similar music to the TRON: Legacy soundtrack.
I'm addicted to Daft Punk's TRON: Legacy soundtrack and really want to find more music in the same style as it's not like their other stuff. I love the dark/forboding and futuristic tracks like "The Son of Flynn" and "Solar Sailer". Can anyone help?
Film festival promotion
I need suggestions on how to promote a first-time film festival, and input on how important Withoutabox is. [more inside]
posted by beagle at 7:27 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by beagle at 7:27 AM PST - 1 comment
Help me get rid of mobile browsing.
Is there any way to completely circumvent mobile browsing on my iphone? I want Safari to render pages like they would on my laptop. I'm so frustrated with the reductive default mobile bullcrap that sites think they're helping me out with.. aargh. [more inside]
Dangerous books
Subsequent to the recommendation for High Crimes in the recent Everest thread (which I have just started listening to on my commute, and which I am enjoying greatly), I am looking for more extreme sport or other dangerous stuff writing. Writing quality is of first importance. [more inside]
posted by jeather at 7:10 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jeather at 7:10 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me beat AT&T
I currently have the iPhone 4 with the $20/month unlimited texting and the old-school "unlimited" data plan. I no longer want the unlimited texting, yet I don't want to lose the old "grandfathered" data plan? Can this be done? [more inside]
How can I as a new runner start slow when I feel like I have a running start?
I'm new to running, but am already very fit and active (cardio workouts 5-7 times a week.) New runners are warned to take it slowly and not push themselves, but how does this apply to someone who's not coming off a couch towards a goal of 5k? [more inside]
posted by palegirl at 6:29 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by palegirl at 6:29 AM PST - 28 comments
˙ǝsɹǝʌǝɹ uı ɯןıɟ puɐ op oʇ sƃuıɥʇ unɟ
Good books for an adult new to reading novels
Looking for book recommendations for my 20 year old sister who has just realised that reading can be fun. [more inside]
posted by une_heure_pleine at 5:22 AM PST - 55 comments
posted by une_heure_pleine at 5:22 AM PST - 55 comments
I'm awake, I swear...
What is it about energy drinks that help my alertness so much better than just caffeine alone? What research supports the use of any of the other ingredients? [more inside]
What are some of the best sites on the web you can recommend to help me learn Linux so I can finally ditch Windows?
Linux Filter: What are some of the best sites on the web you can recommend to help me learn Linux? [more inside]
Open back studio headphone recommendations please
I'm looking for a new pair of headphones, specifically for studio and hifi use, open back preferable. My budget is up to £200, and I have no idea where to start. [more inside]
Why does my wi-fi die-fi?
I'm stumped by what on the face of it should be a pretty simple problem with a ADSL router (Thomson ST585 v6.) The connection is flawless when I plug into the router with an ethernet cable, but a wifi connection will drop out if I move further than a metre away from the router. This is true regardless of where I place the router in the house. I'm thinking a physical fault in the device. Anyone have a second guess?
posted by chmmr at 12:18 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by chmmr at 12:18 AM PST - 9 comments
Getting an hdmi switch and secondary monitor to do their darn job, darn it
My iMac won't play nice with my 2:1 hdmi switch and secondary monitor. Seems like there's an AND when there should be an OR. [more inside]
December 14
Where's the good in this world?
Help me find happy things that are going on in the world! [more inside]
posted by justalisteningman at 9:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by justalisteningman at 9:52 PM PST - 16 comments
Finding book titles from story locations
Finding book titles by searching story locations [more inside]
posted by seawallrunner at 9:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by seawallrunner at 9:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me get my deposit back!
Exlandlords not returning deposit and won't return calls. I have no copy of lease. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
posted by lacedcoffee at 8:45 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lacedcoffee at 8:45 PM PST - 20 comments
How to recover debt from a friend and maintain sanity?
How to help recover $400+ owed to my mother; or how to help her let go of this (minor) debt and move on? [more inside]
What's the quote like 'the world is my storage facility'?
I read somewhere an interesting quote that was along the lines of 'the entire world is my self-storage space'. The thought went on to say something like 'Amazon.com and other retailers simply hold on to my possessions until I need them. Then I pull these items out of storage and pay a fee for the trouble of managing my inventory.'
Those lines aren't verbatim, and I cannot find the quote in my browser history. Where is it from?
posted by Monochrome at 8:19 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Monochrome at 8:19 PM PST - 5 comments
Do I need a therapist, an MD, or an exorcist?
I'm a normal, rational person who doesn't subscribe to the paranormal. But I've been having terrible dreams/wakings for the last few months. Help me figure out what's really going on. [more inside]
ISO Spaceheater
Space-heater-filter: <$50, small space, fire-safe, not too hot. [more inside]
Solar panels on the roof?
I want to install solar panels when I replace my roof next summer. What do I need to know about manufacturers, incentives, and costs? I am in Washington state. [more inside]
posted by bq at 7:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by bq at 7:31 PM PST - 10 comments
... the weird part is, he's never seen The Three Stooges ...
My son is four. Over the course of his life, he's injured me a number of times, generally by slamming his head into my head or face, usually while he's bouncing or jumping around. This isn't the issue. The issue that concerns me is the way he reacts when this happens. [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 7:16 PM PST - 66 comments
posted by anastasiav at 7:16 PM PST - 66 comments
How do prepaid cell phone cards work when you are away from home?
It's 2010 and I still don't understand how cell phones work. Can you avoid long distance charges by using prepaid cell phone cards? Simpleton details within. [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 7:01 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kitcat at 7:01 PM PST - 13 comments
Need a comprehensive music encyclopedia site!
Ok. I need help. I need a comprehensive, music encyclopedia site. Not allmusic. A site that has solid information-- biography, discography, album reviews, etc.
I've used allmusic for the last 5 years or so but its finally wearing on me. The content is still phenomenal but the interface has worn me down, and I need something new. Anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks,
bc
I'm just a patsy!
Work-place drama filter: My team lead has claimed I assaulted him. I didn't do it. It's my word versus his. Help! [more inside]
Help me find my friend's new computer!
A professor friend of mine is in the market for a new computer and printer, and has enlisted my help. I, in turn, am hoping to enlist MeFi's help. Do you have any recommendations for me? [more inside]
Pimp my Skis
Skifilter: Please Xzibit, Pimp my Skis! [more inside]
A Very Veggie Christmas Box
A great giftbox for a financially struggling vegetarian. [more inside]
Looking for an ideal spot for driving lessons...!
Where can I find an ideal and expansive place in or around Baltimore to teach someone how to drive manual transmission safely? [more inside]
posted by Asherah at 4:42 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Asherah at 4:42 PM PST - 18 comments
What movies and other media show words or numbers as quasi-physical things?
What are some examples of media (movies, TV shows, commercials, or anything really) where text or data appears to have a real physical presence or materiality? Is there a name for the technique where you have words or graphics on screen that people or things can move around or destroy? When did this start becoming common? Are there similar examples from further back in the history of media? [more inside]
posted by mariokrat at 4:33 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by mariokrat at 4:33 PM PST - 37 comments
Readings for a course on death and philosophy
Philosophical approaches to death and dying. I am prepping a college course; looking for great readings on philosophical questions about death, but also: world religious/cultural traditions about dying/funerals/mourning/afterlife, how people in death-related jobs see their work (undertakers, hospice workers, doctors, chaplains, military/police...), writings of people who have terminal illnesses, psychological research on preparation for dying, etc. [more inside]
Problem with iPhoto and EXIF rotation
iCant be alone with this auto-rotation EXIF issue in iPhoto but how do iFix it? [more inside]
The Cruel Meanies!
Wedding reading for Kids
Civil Wedding Readings suitable for kids. [more inside]
posted by Elmore at 2:45 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Elmore at 2:45 PM PST - 21 comments
Tree of Life
Oh Christmas Tree - Our tree is too big for our stand, yet we love it. What's the best to keep it watered using cheap engineering tactics? [more inside]
posted by Funmonkey1 at 2:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Funmonkey1 at 2:39 PM PST - 7 comments
How much do you make waiting tables in Seattle?
How much do you, as a server in Seattle, make hourly on average? [more inside]
Are custom shoes worth the price?
Custom shoes, are they worth the money? [more inside]
posted by patheral at 2:33 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by patheral at 2:33 PM PST - 10 comments
Film/TV Filming Locations Identification
I have some screenshots from a television show, and I would like to post them somewhere so that someone could identify the specific filming location for me (they weren't shot on a set, but on location; the Angeles National Forest area in So. California specifically). I've tried doing this in some Flickr groups but it's been fruitless. Any suggestions of some sites or online communities that could help me out? Thanks in advance!
The lowdown on Emergen-c
Alright, so it's cold/flu/etc season and my roommate brought home a package of Emergen-c. He welcomed me to it, so I figured what the heck, I'll take a look at it. Then I noticed it says you can take it post-workout, which spiked my interest because I'm a self-described 'gym bum.' [more inside]
Gotta get home for Christmas (and car repairs!)
[Holiday Travels & Car repair Filter] In order to save a load of cash, I'm driving to my dad's house, where he'll repair my car's exhaust pipe for the cost of parts. But will I make it there??? [more inside]
Words and pictures
How do I write a comic book when I'm not the artist? [more inside]
posted by theodolite at 1:45 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by theodolite at 1:45 PM PST - 22 comments
Christmas restaurant between Burlington and Stoney Creek
My Uncle has decreed that we will be eating out this Christmas. So, I need a recommendation for a nice restaurant serving Christmas dinner somewhere near the QEW, probably between Stoney Creek and Burlington. [more inside]
Best investment vehicle for my young nieces?
I have 3 nieces aged 13, 11 and 5, and I'd like to help plan for their future as times are tough for the family in general. What would be the best structure for a savings/investment account that I could contribute to regularly but would be out of reach of other adults until the right time? I've looked into 529 plans but the returns look awful. I'm looking for a reasonably low-cost/low-maintenance solution that will help with college or whatever they'd like to do when they leave high school.
Wanted: Care Guides for the Newly Human
Book-filter: My husband and I are expecting our first child in early May. He would like a book on parenting, especially along the everything-you-need-to-know-about-infants perspective, as he has never really been exposed to babies. [more inside]
posted by questionsandanchors at 1:27 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by questionsandanchors at 1:27 PM PST - 33 comments
Apache went boom. Diagnosis?
What the heck just happened to my Apache server? [more inside]
posted by bhance at 1:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bhance at 1:13 PM PST - 7 comments
Repeat outside wifi inside.
How to I get the great wifi signal outside to come inside? Details after the jump. [more inside]
Where can I find a similar nutcracker?
I'm looking for a shiny metal version of nutcracker that looks like this. I haven't been able to find it, can you help? [more inside]
posted by herrtodd at 12:47 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by herrtodd at 12:47 PM PST - 4 comments
Where is it beginning to look a lot like Christmas (near San Jose)?
Where are the best places to see Christmas lights in the San Francisco Bay Area? Consistently-extravagant neighborhoods are best, but dedicated displays are okay too. They can be free or pay-to-enter. Bonus points for not being too far from San Jose (by car). Thanks!
When is it time to get another car? Fix or trade in?
Time for a new car? [more inside]
Why Do You Love Me When We Barely Know Each Other?!
How do I respond to a very distant and very needy relative who recently started emailing me, begging me to correspond with her? [more inside]
posted by hollisimo at 12:14 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by hollisimo at 12:14 PM PST - 15 comments
Biology-related movie suggestions
I have been asked to come up with a list of biology-related movies for an upcoming Movie Night that my office (Life Sciences Undergraduate Advising) is planning for our Life Sciences undergraduates. However, I'm not a film buff. Suggestions, please! [more inside]
posted by not_on_display at 12:08 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by not_on_display at 12:08 PM PST - 44 comments
New Slow Cooker Recipes
I need new slow cooker recipes, please! [more inside]
Fit This
I'm trying to figure out the sizing for girls t-shirts. [more inside]
posted by cazoo at 11:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by cazoo at 11:51 AM PST - 6 comments
Credit Unions > Banks ?
Why do so few people use credit unions in Ontario, compared to Quebec and out West? They seem better than banks both ethically and financially (fewer fees, better interest). Is there any reason not to switch? [more inside]
posted by wo at 11:45 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by wo at 11:45 AM PST - 17 comments
Social Security Death Benefits
how do Social Security death benefits work for children [more inside]
Sparkly object pictures of biology--for free?
Help me find public domain pictures, videos, animations of disease states and other biological topics [more inside]
posted by Wolfster at 11:18 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Wolfster at 11:18 AM PST - 3 comments
Books discussing China's abuse of political prisoners.
What books should I read to start becoming educated about China's gulags, keeping in mind my hazy goal of "doing something about it" someday?
posted by TheManChild2000 at 11:12 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by TheManChild2000 at 11:12 AM PST - 5 comments
How to learn English through reading ?
I'm looking for book recommendations for teenagers learning English. [more inside]
posted by nicolin at 11:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nicolin at 11:08 AM PST - 5 comments
missing a quote about lisp
Looking for a quote about Lisp and aliens. [more inside]
How to eat a name?
.edu me!
What kind of discounts can I get with a .edu email? [more inside]
posted by ttyn at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ttyn at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
"For Grigori, I sold goat" -- A Christmas Mystery
Did I get forwarded a letter from eastern Europe, or is this the most beautiful gotcha ever? [more inside]
posted by timsteil at 10:49 AM PST - 74 comments
posted by timsteil at 10:49 AM PST - 74 comments
Asking for a prenup in a "nice" way.
Any tips on broaching the subject of a pre-nup? [more inside]
Can I find temporary work in Australia?
What kind of job could I, a franglo-canadian journalist/researcher/communications-type in her mid-twenties, find in Australia? [more inside]
$1.00 Gifts
Super super inexpensive ($1.00 or less) yet clever Christmas gift ideas needed! [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras at 10:21 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 10:21 AM PST - 25 comments
Full size electric blanket with dual controls?
Do they make electric blankets or electric mattress pads in full size with dual controls?
posted by cmm at 10:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by cmm at 10:19 AM PST - 6 comments
What does "Financial Empowerment" mean to you?
What does "Financial Empowerment" mean to you? [more inside]
Best holiday gift for someone going on a working New Zealand vacation
What's the perfect small Christmas gift for a co-worker (from the U.S.) who's spending 5 months working/traveling in New Zealand. [more inside]
posted by victoriab at 10:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by victoriab at 10:16 AM PST - 12 comments
Therapist recommendations in Eugene?
Therapist recommendations in Eugene? [more inside]
Stretch my socks!
How do I stretch these socks?! Can I? [more inside]
software IDE use
Is there a place where I could see that statistics on what percentage of software out there is written with what languages/tools/platforms? When I look at programs I'm always curious to see what language/IDE/graphical toolkit it was written with. [more inside]
How does my LLC's address affect my tax requirement if I'm planning to do "pass-through" taxation?
My roommate and I are planning to register an LLC (a web startup) in Pennsylvania. We live in Philadelphia and work from home. We were told that if we register the LLC at my roommate's parents' house in the suburbs, we can avoid paying the higher city taxes. [more inside]
Gel La Toe
Help me find a source in USA for Dr. Scholl's gel pads that go in between the toes. [more inside]
posted by Xurando at 9:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Xurando at 9:54 AM PST - 6 comments
The role of the director in early french cinema
What did early (1900-1920) french film directors actually do? I get the sense from my research that early film directors in France were more like what one associates with producers nowadays. The "director" chose the script, chose the actors and the budget, and then left the execution to a cameraman who basically filmed everything as if he were recording live theater. This explains how someone like Louis Feuillade could "direct" hundreds of films each year. Is this assumption correct? [more inside]
posted by Omon Ra at 9:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Omon Ra at 9:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Making a shrinking grid of video clips without going crazy?
I would like to make a 40 second long outro to a promo video, in which the clip gets smaller, and as it does so, other clips around it come into frame. So, it starts with one clip, shrinks to a grid of 9 clips (3x3 grid), then to 25 clips (5x5 grid), and then the whole thing shrinks to reveal the image behind it. I have an idea that doesn't hurt my head to think about, but what's the easiest method? I'm thinking of doing this. Better explanation inside. [more inside]
Snowflake coffee cups
My mother loves McDonald's large coffee cups and I would like to get ten or so for her for Christmas. What's my chances of going into a McDonald's and talking to a manager to see if they'll sell me the cups without the coffee inside (ideally for less then the full price)? [more inside]
Where to eat when everything's closed for the holidays (Torrance, CA)
I'm looking for good dining out options for treating a friend to brunch, around 11:00am on December 25, in the general vicinity of Torrance, CA (or between Torrance and LAX). I'm sure there's tons of good places, but I need someplace that'll be open Christmas morning. Know of any?
Excel math puzzle
Excel question. Is there a way to determine a list of all possible values from a list that add up to a given total? [more inside]
posted by xedrik at 8:50 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by xedrik at 8:50 AM PST - 5 comments
More pictures of women with interesting scarves, please
I love reading fashioni.st, and I'd like to find more fashion blogs with a strong sense of place. Please share your favorite street style fashion blogs that focus on Europe - and, if possible, on a single city. [more inside]
posted by catlet at 8:50 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by catlet at 8:50 AM PST - 4 comments
Reality check, please!
Mother in law invited herself on vacation, I'm not happy. Am I being unreasonable? [more inside]
No longer want to have kids?
Did you always want kids and then at some point change your mind? [more inside]
I, uh, fell down the stairs. That's all.
What to tell buttinskys about bruises from sex? [more inside]
Help with a Holga 120 camera!
I just impulse purchased a Holga 120 camera (well, one for me, and one as a gift). I know next to nothing about this camera. My questions are: What else should I have in order to get this most out of this fun little camera (accessory wise)? What type of film should I purchase? Any tips you have about interesting ways to use the Holga? Any other must know information? Thanks in advance!
Need help choosing two new (to me) cars!
I need to buy two cars. What should I do? Is it ill-advised to buy a 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser with 162K miles on it? [more inside]
posted by lbo at 8:11 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lbo at 8:11 AM PST - 12 comments
Back Alley Bike Lamp?
How can I make a clear plastic cast of a bicycle? [more inside]
posted by Acari at 7:58 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Acari at 7:58 AM PST - 12 comments
Teaching English/ESL Online?
Teaching English Online? So I hear about people making okay money teaching English online through Skype or Google Chat, etc and taking payments through PayPal. Anyone have experience with this? I'm considering a transition to becoming an ESL teacher and wanted to know if this was a good way to get my feet wet or a waste of time.
Okay, fine. I'll waste a question on this.
Town Mouse visits Country Mouse: Experiences with Durham Transportation Center?
Experiences with Durham Transportation Center? [more inside]
posted by longdaysjourney at 7:27 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by longdaysjourney at 7:27 AM PST - 6 comments
Best practices for sharing a nanny
Nanny Share best practices. Please help. [more inside]
Has anyone had success in reducing the number of acne/face cleansing products they use?
Has anyone had success in reducing the number of acne/face cleansing products they use? [more inside]
LEDs + Foam Board Masks = ???
We always put our best foot forward
What are some funny (punny) slogans for a fictional sports team whose mascot is the Centipedes? [more inside]
Where can I find a community of video makers?
Where can I find a community of amateur video makers who might be interested in doing a music video for my band? [more inside]
Apples and Oranges
No really, what is the difference between a Mac and a PC? [more inside]
posted by oohisay at 5:38 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by oohisay at 5:38 AM PST - 34 comments
youtube needs search by tags!
JPOP Music Video: dancing sneakers/shoes... [more inside]
posted by lundman at 4:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lundman at 4:35 AM PST - 4 comments
How does one frame LPs, EPs and CDs as a present for the releaser?
How does one frame LPs, EPs and CDs as a present for the releaser? [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 4:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tarumba at 4:09 AM PST - 4 comments
A job like you should wear a warning
What are the questions that you should ask and signs that you should look for to find a good work environment and avoid a toxic one? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time at 3:17 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by so much modern time at 3:17 AM PST - 33 comments
Simple VHS digitization that still satisfies a video nerd's lust for quality
This year for Christmas, I'd like to get my parents the gift of converting all their VHS tapes to digital format. I'm a sometime video editor and effects artist, so I need a solution that's a) cheap, b) not too involved, workflow-wise, and c) meets my video nerd half's demand for quality. What's the best solution that fits all three? [more inside]
December 13
Traffic noise reduction from Condo.
Any way to reduce audible traffic noise from my high rise condo? [more inside]
Alchohol/Drug Addiction Help
Are there any alternatives to Alcohol Anonymous/Narcotics Anonymous organizations that help people addicted to drugs and/or alcohol? [more inside]
Last minute vacation ideas please!
I have a week off between Christmas and New Years and I have no idea what to do. Ideas? I'm in LA, willing to travel, and willing to spend some cash, but I don't necessarily need to go anywhere, just want to do something fun and not waste the week. [more inside]
How do you say...
If you wanted to learn 100 words in a foreign (i.e. non-english) language, which words would you choose? [more inside]
posted by mnemonic at 10:44 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by mnemonic at 10:44 PM PST - 26 comments
not tonight, headache
Gay guy here. I'm wondering how a woman on a date with a new romantic interest might convey the following message: "I don't want to discourage you because I find you attractive, but we're not having sex tonight because I'm on my period." [more inside]
How can I find common words in two lists?
How can I find common words in two (or more) lists? [more inside]
Good clipboard managers?
Can you recommend a good (Windows) clipboard manager? [more inside]
posted by howa2396 at 9:54 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by howa2396 at 9:54 PM PST - 6 comments
HELP! New condo, thin walls, big mortgage
I am looking for someone to test noise levels from a neighbour in a new condo in Vancouver, Canada. I need a professional opinion and I don't know where to start. [more inside]
posted by ninefour at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ninefour at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Shelves in backwards, ugly particleboard ends exposed: help!
Top and bottom shelves in backwards in an Ikea bookcase, the particle board is showing through.. can't turn them around, because the back's nailed in. How can I make the most of the situation? Its light wood colored.
posted by devilsbrigade at 9:12 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by devilsbrigade at 9:12 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me find a metal clock frame.
Art Project: I'd like to make a wall clock, using an easy-to-find movement piece and handmade face. The hard part is the frame... Help me find a round metal frame that can be purchased cheaply, perhaps from a hardware manufacturer... [more inside]
posted by blastrid at 9:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by blastrid at 9:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Are you there, holidays? It’s me, Average Agnostic American
I’m looking for holiday and cultural traditions from any and all cultures that an agnostic American can easily and festively incorporate into the year. [more inside]
Cheap eye exam/glasses in portland?
So, I'm looking for recommendations for a low cost way of getting new eyeglasses in Portland. From the scant research I've done so far, it looks like the best plan is to get an eye exam and then order from a website. But where to get the exam in PDX? And, also, is America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses really a scam? Any personal experiences with them or other Portland places appreciated. Oh, also, I have no health insurance. Thanks!
posted by overglow at 8:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by overglow at 8:11 PM PST - 10 comments
Best way to mask/obliterate brand logo on black rubber rain boot?
What's the best way to mask/obliterate brand logo on black rubber rain boot? [more inside]
Office furniture for people who sit all day and work too long.
High ergonomics to cost ratio office furniture for people who sit at their desks 12 hours a day? [more inside]
posted by snafu at 7:49 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by snafu at 7:49 PM PST - 17 comments
Do I have an over active imagination or am I crazy?
Do I have an over active imagination or am I crazy? [more inside]
spare the pal, spoil the trip
What should my friend do about an unwanted third wheel threatening the BFF dynamic of her first-ever backpacking trip abroad? [more inside]
posted by changeling at 7:33 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by changeling at 7:33 PM PST - 51 comments
Zum zum zum, capoeira transcreve um
Free or inexpensive resources for learning Brazilian Portuguese? [more inside]
posted by mkb at 7:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mkb at 7:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Effect of job change on mortgage process?
Switching jobs after being pre-qualified for a mortgage, but before completing the mortage process -- What effect can this have on the process? [more inside]
Death by Water Bomb
How fast would a water balloon have to be going to kill you? Assume it hits you in the head or chest.
posted by lore at 6:48 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by lore at 6:48 PM PST - 27 comments
Helping a 5 year old deal with death...
Any thoughts about talking with young children about death? [more inside]
Student in SF; trying to find nonprofit work
Long-time MeFi lurker finally asking a question — I'm a 24-year-old student in San Francisco looking for a job in the nonprofit sector, particularly with social justice organizations that work directly with people to find resources to help connect them to services, education, or other vital resources. Looking at Craigslist is pretty depressing; most of the jobs posted seem to be higher-level jobs, or want more formal education than I actually have. [more inside]
Looking for Hindi books in the US.
Can anybody direct me to any good resources for purchasing Hindi-language books in the United States? [more inside]
posted by socratic at 6:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by socratic at 6:16 PM PST - 5 comments
What is an infant feeder?
What is an infant feeder? My wife's former boss (mid 60's I guess) said that when she had her kid she didn't wake up in the night to feed him, she just hooked an infant feeder up to his crib and put some formula and rice cereal in it and the baby would feed himself. It sounds like something a hamster drinks out of, but for babies. I have googled and not been able to find anything but this picture that I am not sure is what this lady was talking about. Do you know what this thing is and can you tell me about it?
posted by ND¢ at 5:46 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by ND¢ at 5:46 PM PST - 25 comments
I'm trying to find out more about jobs in corporate philanthropy / corporate social responsibility. Help?
I'm trying to find out more about jobs in corporate philanthropy / corporate social responsibility. Help? [more inside]
Help me control the online reputation for my name
I have a unique last name. If you know me, it's likely you won't know anyone else with the same last name. However, with the Internet, I've discovered there are others out there with the same name (first AND last) that even live in the same state. I've become very concerned with this because I am a working professional (for now at least) and my reputation is very important. [more inside]
Erranding services in Columbus, OH?
Errand-running services (a la TaskRabbit) in Columbus, OH? [more inside]
The best non-denominational federally recognized day of celebration ever!
Work Filter: I'm a supervisor of eight employees and want to buy them something small that will show them my appreciation at the holiday season. How small? Let's say $10-15 a piece. Did I mention that I'm a low-level supervisor? [more inside]
posted by Draccy at 5:21 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Draccy at 5:21 PM PST - 30 comments
European tours for Japanese people, leaving from Canada?
How can I get my parents on a European tour for Japanese people if they live in Canada? [more inside]
RRO?
What's your favorite cheat sheet for Robert's Rules of Order? I'm looking for a simple and fast guide for as-it-happens reference.
posted by Pants! at 4:55 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Pants! at 4:55 PM PST - 5 comments
Alternatives to Mini Cooper?
I really wanted a Mini Cooper, but the nearest sales and service location is too far from me. What should I get instead? [more inside]
I thought I was a lesbian.
I've felt like I was most likely gay my entire life, and after years of trying to "train" myself to be sexually interested in men I realized I was just meant to be with women... or so I thought. I met an amazing guy a few months later, and now I'm having trouble choosing between being with him or sticking to women. [more inside]
It's Christmas in Las Vegas
So long, sentimentality -- I'm doing Christmas in Las Vegas this year. To that end I am researching places to have dinner on Christmas Day, maybe something traditional-ish and medium-high in price. Any suggestions? Are most restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? Will I need reservations? Lay your holiday Vegas anecdotes on me!
posted by jess at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jess at 4:08 PM PST - 6 comments
Save me from this mess
My life is a bit of a mess right now but I don't know where to start to get it on an even keel. Please help me to think straight and come up with some workable solutions. [more inside]
I need some NH knowledge.
How do I get a jumpstart on "knowing" New Hampshire? [more inside]
posted by furnace.heart at 4:00 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by furnace.heart at 4:00 PM PST - 17 comments
Best PMP with a voice recorder?
Can you recommend a portable music/media player that has a built in sound recorder as well? Must be really easy to use. [more inside]
Happy holidays from the part-time newb.
Part-timer and fairly new in the office. I want to hand out Christmas cards to my co-workers this year but there are a few people out of my department whom I've not spoken to besides "hi" and "bye" because our jobs simply don't require us to cross paths. Should I do cards for everyone anyway? [more inside]
posted by houndsoflove at 3:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by houndsoflove at 3:58 PM PST - 8 comments
looking for start-menu commandline argument calculator
Command-line calculator: I used to have a calculator program I put in c:\windows\system that took arguments, so I could type "c 5+2" into the start menu on W7 and a popup with the answer (7) would appear. Anyone know the name? Not quite a command-line calculator, since I want to pass in arguments and get a returned single value via popup.
Name that band!
Please help me remember this heavy metal band's name [more inside]
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 3:43 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 3:43 PM PST - 3 comments
Yitkadal Veyitkadash Shemei Rabbah
Does anybody know of a good, oft-updated podcast of sung Jewish prayer? I just subscribed to a choral Episcopalian podcast, but I'd like to have one of nice Jewish songs to complement it, as that's what I grew up with. [more inside]
posted by Rory Marinich at 3:24 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Rory Marinich at 3:24 PM PST - 2 comments
Dating 101: moving on to the second date
For once a first date that went well - what do I do next? [more inside]
posted by photo guy at 3:23 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by photo guy at 3:23 PM PST - 14 comments
How do you pay bills if social anxiety keeps you trapped at home?
What happens if I can't work due to social anxiety? [more inside]
Buying Advice for a Micro 4/3 Camera
Looking for advice on purchasing a Micro 4/3 camera for the wife. As always, special snowflake details apply. [more inside]
posted by Oktober at 3:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Oktober at 3:03 PM PST - 11 comments
I don't get this... how can light have momentum?
How can light have momentum? [more inside]
Help with infographics.
I'm working on making some infographics profiling our class at a university - average GPA, test score ranges, gender proportions, diversity, age, work experience, etc. I'm looking for creative ways to present this data rather than a series of bullet points, individual pie/bar graphs, etc. I have "the Visual Miscellaneum" from informationisbeautiful.net but I am looking for specific ideas to visualize academic profile data. Thoughts?
Best way to thaw frozen food?
[Defrosting-Filter] Alright people, this is it, the big one. What is the most efficient way to defrost meat without using a microwave?
I've heard hot water, cold water, and stainless steel plate. The latter seems best, but what's the consensus on this?
Buying a PC online
How do you get a good deal on a pre-built PC online? [more inside]
Yet another song id request
How to choose a new monitor
Choosing between two Dell monitors - UltraSharp U2211H or the ST2220M full HD monitor with LED [more inside]
posted by stuehler at 2:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by stuehler at 2:22 PM PST - 8 comments
looking for non hd flat screen tv
I would am buying my 17 yr old son a flat screen tv for his gaming system and tv watching. I do not want to pay for HD cable and am wondering if I can get a "regular" flat screen tv. if it is labelled HD, will it play regular shows or games without HD cable? I do not want to spend a lot of money and am not looking for anything very big, maybe less than 30"
Thank you!
looking for footage of Indian rituals and religion practices and holy places
looking for footage of Indian rituals and religion practices and holy places. best i could find was @ getty but the charge 300$ a piece.
any other sources for quality moving image?
archive.org failed me (on this one)
Did I make this story up, or what?
Fairy-tale-filter: What is this story I remember from my childhood? A young girl is given a bag that always contains one potato. [more inside]
How to get a ski newb through a week at a major ski resort?
What are your best ski vacation hacks? [more inside]
Ovarian Cancer in Babies?
As a baby, I had a malignant tumor in one of my ovaries. I've tried looking up information on PubMed and other websites about infant ovarian cancer, but apparently it's incredibly rare. Most of the cases and articles I saw were about pedriatric ovarian cancer in much older children. How can I find more information about it? [more inside]
How to feed my baby when I'm doped to the gills?
I'm having a minor medical procedure performed tomorrow. I'm to be given a number of painkilling drugs for the duration. Complication: I'm breastfeeding and kiddo hasn't ever taken a bottle. [more inside]
posted by lilnublet at 1:35 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by lilnublet at 1:35 PM PST - 19 comments
Hair Extensions yay or nay?
Seeking your experiences with hair extensions in general, Great Lengths Hair Extensions more specifically. [more inside]
Lawyer: LLC or no for my solo practice?
Lawyer people: I am a lawyer licensed in Illinois and have started to do some solo practice work. Do I need to form a LLC? Why? [more inside]
Does hydrogen peroxide ruin birthdays?
A bottle of Duane Reade pharmacy hydrogen peroxide spilled and soaked a stuffed animal and t-shirt. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by pinksoftsoap at 12:56 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by pinksoftsoap at 12:56 PM PST - 9 comments
What should replace red meat in my new fish-only diet?
What vitamin/nourishment consequences do I need to understand about my recent shift from all-around meat-eater to "pescatarian"? [more inside]
posted by fignewton at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by fignewton at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
I don't think they mean some CAT5 and a Router...
Job Search Filter: How the hell do I "network"? [more inside]
Alphabetised WordPress Posts
How can I alphabetise (by title) my WordPress posts?
What are the rules governing English word-substitution into South Asian news broadcasts?
What are the rules governing English word-substitution into South Asian news broadcasts (ex: this S. Tendulkar interview)? Why is it done, when is it done, and what does it connote? [more inside]
posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj at 12:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj at 12:44 PM PST - 7 comments
How does a caterer set pricing?
Any caterers here? How do you figure pricing? [more inside]
posted by Gilbert at 12:41 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Gilbert at 12:41 PM PST - 9 comments
Two-Player flash computer games filter: I am Fireboy, he is Watergirl.
Help us find more single-computer, cooperative games to play. [more inside]
posted by dhn at 12:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dhn at 12:33 PM PST - 6 comments
Looking for stuff to read about revolutionary approaches to sports
Strange new personal interest... Help me find more things to read about non-traditional approaches to coaching/playing/thinking about sports. [more inside]
posted by healthykindofsick at 12:28 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by healthykindofsick at 12:28 PM PST - 13 comments
‘Sel Magique, Sel Magique, wherefore art thou Sel Magique?’
Does anyone know anywhere in the UK I might be likely to buy ‘Sel Magique’ salt and herb mix? [more inside]
Please don't take my car, A-hole.
My sister took her car to a mechanic, expressly told them not to do anything that would cost any money before contacting her. They agreed, and then did not follow. They ran an engine diagnostic, charged her for it, without her permission, and now refuse to return her car before she pays the bill. She does not have money to pay the bill. They have had the car for a week, and soon the mechanic is going to apply for the title of her car. She needs help. More inside. [more inside]
posted by shesaysgo at 12:10 PM PST - 78 comments
posted by shesaysgo at 12:10 PM PST - 78 comments
I Phone work with WI FI
Is there any way to use the wifi connection on my i phone 3 G with out a data package.I have a Go phone sim card in the phone. When i hit Safari on my phone it tells me can't access " you don't have a data package"
I'm going to mark all my stuff with urine and/or a sharpie...
Would the SO moving into "my" place seem like a recipe for disaster? I know once he moves in it's "our" space, but
I've heard bad things about someone moving into someone else's space, and want to make the living-together transition as smooth as possible. (Yes, another living together question, but I didn't see one so far about the acutal living space.) [more inside]
posted by ShadePlant at 12:01 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by ShadePlant at 12:01 PM PST - 24 comments
I need your Brains!!!
Zombie experts! Please give me your best gift ideas for a zombie-addicted teen. [more inside]
posted by misha at 11:52 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by misha at 11:52 AM PST - 40 comments
How to keep my dog from peeing in his kennel?
My boyfriend's dog, a 7 year old beagle, has recently starting peeing in his crate at night. Why is he doing this, and how can we fix it? [more inside]
posted by sherber at 11:42 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by sherber at 11:42 AM PST - 9 comments
Homeade liqueur for procrastinators?
I didn't get my limoncello started in time (which I'd usually let go for three or four weeks). Are there any homemade liqueurs I can start tonight that will be ready to drink by Christmas?
posted by mudpuppie at 11:38 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 11:38 AM PST - 17 comments
Where can I get more in-depth information on actress Pier Angeli.
Any ideas on where I could find more information on Italian actress and ex-james dean's girl, Pier Angeli? [more inside]
I'm not cracking up, but my glasses are
Spectacles getting hairline cracks. What's up with that? [more inside]
posted by pointystick at 11:17 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by pointystick at 11:17 AM PST - 11 comments
Barring Oompa-Loompas and Scrumdiddlyumptious bars ...
I'm selecting a corporate holiday gift (chocolate, bien sûr) to go out to Canadian clients and would appreciate the refined tastes of MeFites. [more inside]
Homebrew gone wrong?
So yesterday I brewed a batch of beer and I think I've done a few things wrong. I know it's hard to completely screw up beer, but I wonder if what I've done (or not done) is a problem, and how I can correct if necessary. [more inside]
posted by elsietheeel at 10:54 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by elsietheeel at 10:54 AM PST - 20 comments
Pick your own fitness program price
A local workout club (small and private-owned) offers a "Name Your Price" program. They offer cardio/strength training/bootcamp/boxing club style workouts. What should I take into account before I make an offer? [more inside]
How do I be an adult?
What was that one most important thing you did in your mid-20s that made you feel like you were a Real Adult? [more inside]
How can I prevent myself from getting "skid marks" in my underwear?
How can I prevent myself from getting "skid marks" in my underwear? [more inside]
Help me repair Windows 7 booting from a USB thumb drive
My netbook refuses to start in Windows 7, though it will boot into Ubuntu from a USB thumb drive. How can I repair Windows' startup from outside of Windows and/or booting from a thumb drive? [more inside]
You guys give up yet or are you thirsty for more?
Help me find a specific Home Alone poster [more inside]
posted by Diskeater at 10:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Diskeater at 10:19 AM PST - 5 comments
I want to write a book but where do I start besides the obvious writing?
I am not a writer. I have a great idea for a book. Where do I start? [more inside]
Fixing/reusing old stained glass in original frame?
Looking for advice about how to fix stained glass in its original window frame so we can hang it inside window in a house. [more inside]
posted by immlass at 10:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by immlass at 10:00 AM PST - 8 comments
I can work in the Netherlands, but how do I find a job?
I'm entitled to work in the Netherlands, now how do I find a job? Only catch - I don't speak Dutch [more inside]
posted by nerdfish at 9:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by nerdfish at 9:55 AM PST - 6 comments
Whatcha doin' there iPod?
What is an iPod doing when it's syncing in these non-transferring instances? [more inside]
Saturday Night At The Movies AMC Trailer
ObscureVideoTrailerFilter: More than a decade ago (probably 1998/1999) I remember a trailer that would play before movies at AMC theaters in honor of some kind of AMC anniversary. The background song was The Drifters, Saturday Night At The Movies. It showed a few movie clips from various flicks throughout the years... Help me find the clip! [more inside]
posted by shew at 9:36 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by shew at 9:36 AM PST - 4 comments
Are doghouses less popular now? If so, why?
What happened to dog houses? [more inside]
Stairs, why are you so complicated?
We're trying to figure out a way to fill in the space between the railing and the stairs in our home so that little people can't slip underneath. [more inside]
need a head hunter
How do I find a good technical recruiter in the Bay Area? Of course, the catch is that I want to maintain my confidentiality due to current job. [more inside]
Disc three: come home, all is forgiven.
What to do about orphaned DVDs from a boxed set? [more inside]
posted by ricochet biscuit at 9:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ricochet biscuit at 9:03 AM PST - 8 comments
How is the NY Times on your iPad?
I live somewhere without delivery of decent newspapers e.g. nytimes. How good are the iPad versions of various newspapers: are they delivered electronically on time, do they have all/most of the content of the paper (i.e. color photos) edition, etc.? Bonus: do the major newspapers have decent Android versions?
posted by ennui.bz at 8:57 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ennui.bz at 8:57 AM PST - 12 comments
Resistance is (not) futile.
Can somebody give me the current lowdown on antibiotic resistance? [more inside]
posted by bitterkitten at 8:36 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by bitterkitten at 8:36 AM PST - 15 comments
How risky to rei-stall my Wordpress software?
How risky is to use the "re-install Wordpress automatically" function? I have an establish blog with a lot of visitors. My host (Dreamhost) notified me a few days ago that it was being used for denial-of-service attacks and they deleted the offending files. I've examined all my files and changed all my passwords since then to prevent any more problems. Everything seems OK now but even so I'd like to re-install Wordpress if I can do so without risk. I have recent backups but I don't have the time to rebuild the site right now if it gets screwed up.
Potty training for the younger set. Less diapers, bonus for mom!
Potty training a 1.5 year old advice please! [more inside]
eBay battery experience
Which Macbook battery to buy on eBay? [more inside]
help me tie my rec room together.
I want to decorate a rec room in my basement with prints and other items that have been featured in movies and TV shows. I’m not looking for promotional things or other advertisements, but prints that are well known from those movies. Someone should see it and go “Hey!! That’s the thing from that movie! Where did you get that?” [more inside]
Like a midget ninja.
Why can't I watch YouTube videos in Google Chrome? [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by allkindsoftime at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me escape my office!
Want marketing department arguments can I make to justify my going to South by Southwest and the Blogworld New Media Expo? [more inside]
Replacement for our Humpty-Dumpty-esque Bookchairs?
Is there a more durable equivalent of the Bookchair that I could get my sister for Christmas? Right now, our home is littered with bookchairs that fell to the ground and broke in a pretty permanent way. And that's awfully tiring. The key component is the fact that the page holder "tabs" can adjust for either very thick or (somewhat) thin books, so that's vital in any replacement. I'm in Canada.
Leading American Metros
Can you suggest a book or article that discusses the rise of America's leading metropolitan areas? [more inside]
Persimmons on your pasta.
I once ate pasta with a delicious persimmon + tomato marinara. I can't find any persimmon marinara recipes for it online. How can I recreate it? [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 7:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 7:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Help us protect our scaly friends from our furry friends.
How can we keep our lizards safe from our cats? [more inside]
posted by infinitywaltz at 6:51 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by infinitywaltz at 6:51 AM PST - 7 comments
Need Family Puppets stat!
Where can I buy family puppets for use in psychotherapy -- preferably in New York City, but, if not, online? You know, the classic ones that are about 8 inches tall each? (not the crappy little ones amazon sells)
Thanks!
Cheap internet options in France?
What is the cheapest option for using internet in France without one's own PC - i.e., internet cafés, etc.? [more inside]
Where Can I Get My Site Ripped Apart?
I want to make my site better. Where do I go to ask about that? [more inside]
Unschool me
How can I make a career out of teaching resourcefulness and self-reliance? [more inside]
Retirement Plan Due Diligence?
I'm going to be a part of a due diligence team speaking to the Manhattan financial services firm that manages the retirement plan for a mid-sized company. What should I know before going in? What should I listen for? What should I ask? [more inside]
How to date someone who gets in your head?
Is it detrimental to date a psychiatrist (not my own) after being in an emotionally abusive relationship? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 3:54 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by anonymous at 3:54 AM PST - 24 comments
Can I fix a non-starting PC?
How do I figure out why my computer won't start? [more inside]
Google has nothing for 'arthritis-friendly purse'
I’m looking for a purse with several credit/debit card holders that hold the card(s) snugly but are easy to remove for someone with severe arthritis in their hands (think claws). Recipient is in their 70’s, female, with plain tastes. We’re in the UK so it’d be great if the item could be a) purchased online with guarantee of delivery before Xmas or b) bought in a department store like Marks & Spencer or Debenhams.
Please help me find swimming goggles that won't leave marks under my eyes.
Please help me find swimming goggles that won't turn me into a raccoon! [more inside]
posted by funkiwan at 1:30 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by funkiwan at 1:30 AM PST - 12 comments
the greatest band i ever saw
I was in the Czech Republic in 1997, and I saw a band play a couple of times. They played a frenzied mash up of gypsy music, East European folk, tankard swinging beer chugging songs and drunken marching band. They had lots of members on lots of instruments - including a big bass drum and a double reed instrument that looked and sounded like something to charm a cobra with. I saw them twice, they were the greatest band I have ever seen. Czech friends said their name translated to something like 'unexpected little party'.
Who were they?
posted by compound eye at 1:15 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by compound eye at 1:15 AM PST - 11 comments
Lamb meat keeps your body warmer than other meats?
Waiter at Chinese restaurant says eating lamb meat will keep your body warmer than all other meats, true or false? Please concur or debunk with Science.
I can't catch you, you're the gingerbread man.
Chicago-Gingerbread-Cookie-Filter: Can you help me find the gingerbread cookie of my childhood? [more inside]
December 12
How do my boyfriend and I compromise on geography v. career?
What options do my boyfriend and I have to live life under our personal constraints of work and geography? [more inside]
posted by namesarehard at 11:12 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by namesarehard at 11:12 PM PST - 37 comments
Help me understand my basic home internet setup.
I wish I could troubleshoot my home internet service and wireless network when they're acting funny. I'm computer-literate but I only have the vaguest sense of how networks do what they do, I don't mind reading technical stuff, and I'd like to end up with a useful set of intuitions about how the damn thing works. What should I read?
Is it likely that the raccoons in my (parents') attic will fall through the ceiling and into the house? And what to do in self-defense? I'm scared!
Is it likely that the raccoons in my (parents') attic will fall through the ceiling and into the house? And what to do in self-defense? I'm scared! [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger at 10:14 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by cranberrymonger at 10:14 PM PST - 19 comments
Problem installing wordpress themes, Login errors.
I can't log into wordpress to install themes, and none of the solutions I found worked or are just too plain confusing to me. [more inside]
posted by Like its 1997 at 9:58 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Like its 1997 at 9:58 PM PST - 9 comments
Snow-proofing boots without darkening them
Can I snow/water-proof my new boots without darkening them substantially? [more inside]
"I [heart] sports" shirt?
Where can I find the Max Bemis "I [Heart] Sports" shirt? [more inside]
AskLAFilter: Pierce vs LACC?
AskLAFilter: What's a better place to learn computer programming from: Pierce College or Los Angeles City College? [more inside]
Microsoft Outlook 2010 Help Please
Microsoft Outlook 2010: How do I mass undelete IMAP emails? [more inside]
Un-amazing Snowman
What is the "magical water" in the Amazing Snowman? [more inside]
posted by LarryC at 8:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by LarryC at 8:22 PM PST - 8 comments
GRE tips?
What are your best tips/strategies for taking the GRE? [more inside]
posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy at 8:03 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy at 8:03 PM PST - 24 comments
Coworker changes story, should I call bullshit?
Should I call out a discrepancy in a coworker's story? The discrepancy appears designed to gain priority on our queue of work. [more inside]
What happened to this band?
Circa 2003, in Seattle I saw a band called The Watery Graves open for Shane MacGowan and The Popes, The Murder City Devils were the second opener. I have a demo cd-r from The Watery Graves that the drummer mailed to me, but have heard nothing of them since.
Has anyone any idea if they released a formal album?
Help me give away $1200!
It's the end of the year, and time to do give some money away. Yay! Help me pick a handful of organizations to donate money to. [more inside]
Snowball Run II: Electric Boogaloo
How crappy is I-94 from Minneapolis, MN to Madison, WI going to be tomorrow morning? [more inside]
posted by ian1977 at 7:12 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ian1977 at 7:12 PM PST - 5 comments
What's a magnet doing in a pile of fertilizer?
What was that magnet doing in a pile of manure? [more inside]
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:06 PM PST - 11 comments
'Twas the night before Christmas
What happens to leftover Christmas trees? [more inside]
posted by Joleta at 5:56 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Joleta at 5:56 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me fake better accents
As a children's librarian, I do many readalouds each week. I'm good at it, but I'm working on being great. I'd like to flavor the different characters in the books I read with better accents. I do a decent Southern, an acceptable Proper British and an awful cockney. I'm thinking that out there somewhere is a cheat sheet that would allow me to do a better job of portraying Irish, Russian and other accents. But I can't find it. [more inside]
posted by carterk at 5:55 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by carterk at 5:55 PM PST - 9 comments
I said FOOTnotes, not ENDnotes. Get off my lawn.
Scrivener keeps turning my footnotes into end notes. Help? [more inside]
posted by oinopaponton at 5:25 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by oinopaponton at 5:25 PM PST - 4 comments
Do I sign this non-compete? Is it legal?
YANAL (or maybe YAAL). Been working for Company A for the past 5+ years. I'm being asked to sign a non-complete now. Live in MA, but may be moving to our NY office. Company A says if we don't sign they can withhold bonuses, MBOs and merit increases. Is this legal? Also, can you recommend an employment lawyer in the boston area? [more inside]
posted by thatgirld at 5:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by thatgirld at 5:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Websites for finding one to two month temporary/sub-let apartments in Barcelona?
Can you recommend me some websites for finding one to two month temporary/sub-let apartments in Barcelona?
posted by maryrosecook at 5:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by maryrosecook at 5:16 PM PST - 2 comments
I'd think of a title if it wasn't for this sinus pressure
As I suffering through another sinus infection, in my lucid moments I wonder: What causes the brain fog that goes with a sinus infection? [more inside]
Tablet-centric art tutorials?
Tablet art tutorial videos? [more inside]
Where should we overnight near Adelaide?
Where should we stop overnight between Robe and the Clare Valley in South Australia? [more inside]
posted by pompomtom at 4:12 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by pompomtom at 4:12 PM PST - 7 comments
You see, when A interacts with snooooooooore
What are some authors or works that connect complex systems of action and reaction together in clear and simple writing. [more inside]
Philips alarm clock
Where can I buy a Philips AJ3050 (or AJ3051) alarm clock radio? [more inside]
posted by devnull at 3:54 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by devnull at 3:54 PM PST - 3 comments
How can sulphur hexaflouride both be a greenhouse gas and heavier than air?
How come sulphur hexaflouride is an extremely potent greenhouse gas when it's much heavier than air? [more inside]
posted by gkhan at 3:44 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by gkhan at 3:44 PM PST - 6 comments
The World is Round, You Idiot
I'm wondering what research has found, in general, about the relationship anger, partisanship, and truth. [more inside]
How to keep my cabinets cool?
My under cabinet lights are so hot they're heating up my cabinet shelves. Since I don't want to remove the lights, or drink from hot glasses, what liner or material can I use beneath my dishware and canned food to keep them from getting hot?
MUST HAVE WHISTLE POPS!
What's a holiday party without WHISTLE POPs!??!! Are these the dinosaurs of great candies? Are they available in no small corner of the earth? Please say it ain't so! I've Googled these fun treats till exhausted so many times and they seem to have truly been discontinued. (frowny face). I've found a couple of singles on eBAY but that's not gonna do it. I need the old 48 count boxes. Please Help! How can we carry on the rag-tag Christmas Caroling without them?!
WASH THIS MAN RIGHT OUTTA MY HAIR
How can I enjoy things that are tainted with memories of my ex? [more inside]
Too frustrated at my vacuum to supply clever title.
I bought a Hoover Widepath Tempo vacuum. Then I got a black labrador. Then I moved into an apartment with wall to wall carpeting. Help. [more inside]
posted by HeroZero at 2:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by HeroZero at 2:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me put together a rom-com bingo game!
Help me put together a rom-com bingo game! [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas at 2:22 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by UbuRoivas at 2:22 PM PST - 28 comments
White With Foam
Does anyone know what's up with Point Isabel (in Richmond, CA) and dogs foaming at the mouth? [more inside]
posted by wherever, whatever at 2:15 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by wherever, whatever at 2:15 PM PST - 7 comments
Strategy needed for a new home audio system (not home theater).
I would like to upgrade or completely replace a 30+ year old stereo system, but don't know where to start. Previous questions seem to be oriented toward home theater, which is not an interest, or to address details instead of the overall approach. [more inside]
Wool/Eyes?
What would actually have happened if the Irish Government had not taken on the banks' debt? [more inside]
Past the p-trap and still clogged up
IANYPlumber: I need some help for the world's most clogged bathroom sink. [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 1:28 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Shepherd at 1:28 PM PST - 12 comments
What e-book reader would be best for an older adult with macular degeneration, requiring large type?
What e-book reader would be best for an older adult with macular degeneration, requiring large type? [more inside]
Noisier Golf 1.9 TDI
My 2005 VW Golf 1.9 litre TDI has started making an odd noise. It doesn't start until maybe 5 seconds after having started the engine and appears to be loudest around the area near the alternator. [more inside]
Renaming a whole bunch of files at once, in bash
Please help me rename ~1300 image files in bash, en masse. [more inside]
posted by Asparagirl at 1:08 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Asparagirl at 1:08 PM PST - 8 comments
Baby sleep and crib advice needed.
He's been in our room in a bassinet (so sweet!). But it's time for him to go to his room, his crib. Also, he wakes up every 1-2.5 hours so we're doing graduated extinction this weekend.
A few questions: [more inside]
Exchange calendar limit?
Is there a limit to the number of Exchange (Google) calendars I can sync to an iphone 4? I can sync my primary calendar and one additional Exchange calendar, but I cannot get my second exchange calendar to show up. [more inside]
posted by 4ster at 1:05 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by 4ster at 1:05 PM PST - 3 comments
Alternatives to "Regretsy"
Looking for etsy store recommendations for jewelry, accessories, design-y items and other gifts. [more inside]
Is outing panic disorder academic suicide?
Is outing panic disorder academic suicide? [more inside]
Where to buy a 4 1/2" outlet box that is open on both sides for back-to-back light fixture installation?
Where to buy a 4 1/2" outlet box that is open on both sides for back-to-back light fixture installation? [more inside]
posted by Jim Biancolo at 12:46 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Jim Biancolo at 12:46 PM PST - 7 comments
Best electric guitar resources?
What are some of the best resources on the electric guitar? Any medium is welcome: books, videos, articles, etc. Money is not an issue; if there's a really good reference that costs thousands of dollars, I'd like to know about it. Collectively, I'd like these resources to cover everything a professional electric guitarist would need to know, from technique (basic and advanced) to related tech (amps, effects units, etc.) to guitar maintenance. Thank you!
Uneasy Listening?
What are some songs that make you feel unnerved or uneasy just listening to them? [more inside]
Text analysis software
Suggestions for text analysis tools, please! Following a short discussion in the Metatalk infodump thread with cortex and iamkimiam, I realized that we'd appreciate suggestions for tools that can analyze text corpora and text files. Thanks! [more inside]
posted by carter at 12:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by carter at 12:36 PM PST - 5 comments
Sprechen sie Deutsch?
Where can I find high-quality translations from English to German? [more inside]
What do drink while hunting the deadly walleye?
Potent Potables: Ice fishing edition. I'm in charge of the non-beer booze for an ice fishing weekend. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by Buffaload at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Buffaload at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
Is it possible to like rough sex more when you're starting from not liking it at all really?
Is it possible to like rough sex more when you're starting from not liking it at all really? (Straight male POV) Is this even something I should want to try to do? [more inside]
Flomax causes retrograde ejaculation?
I was prescribed with Flomax for "dysfunctional voiding". I took my first pill yesterday. Today I had my first retrograde ejaculation ever. [more inside]
I've developed a great concept. With no resources, how can I make it more than a concept?
I've got a big idea that I think could go far, extending social networking in a useful (and Meta-) sort of way. I've brought it to a few people who are well-versed in the internet and social media and all of them think it is an awesome concept. [more inside]
posted by swimming naked when the tide goes out at 10:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by swimming naked when the tide goes out at 10:41 AM PST - 13 comments
Aw, gee whiz.
Can you identify this 1920s-era klezmer song identified in this clip only as "Cider Brider Itzak"? (Warning: humor possibly offensive. It is from Forbidden Zone.)
posted by Countess Elena at 10:35 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Countess Elena at 10:35 AM PST - 5 comments
How much do I give to the "employee holiday fund" in my co-op?
NYC Co-op Filter: I live in a co-op building, and it's the time of year for the "holiday gift fund" for the building employees… [more inside]
Can I replace a broken tuning peg on my friend's guitar myself?
Is replacing the machine head something that has to be done by a professional? If so, what does it usually run to get it fixed? [more inside]
posted by morning_television at 9:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by morning_television at 9:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Book suggestions?
I'm looking for some good, meaty non-fiction to read over Christmas break while I'm home from grad school. Something with difficult ideas, yet readable and contemporary, and taking a fairly "big picture" view of a particular field. Any suggestions? Examples below. [more inside]
Easiest way to use a US iPhone 4 in the UK?
I'm studying abroad in London next semester, and I'd like to use my iPhone 4 while I'm there. I need some help figuring out how to jailbreak and unlock my phone, and what UK plan to use when I get there. [more inside]
It's raining in my living room. Help!
It's raining in Philadelphia and in the living room. What should we do? [more inside]
Line from Dogma by Kevin Smith
Need a line from Kevin Smith's "Dogma" [more inside]
posted by allelopath at 8:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by allelopath at 8:30 AM PST - 5 comments
Oh look it's my special snowflake car thread
My wife and I would like to buy a new used car... the perfect vehicle would be a reliable wagon with a nice ride/interior. I have 15k. What are your thoughts? [more inside]
Do my visa plans for Asia make sense? Thoughts and advice greatly appreciated.
Do my visa plans for Asia make sense? Thoughts and advice greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Can't hike, don't swim, what's a pregnant lady to do for exercise?
I need a way to exercise while pregnant that isn't hard on my feet. But not swimming. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by Eyebrows McGee at 5:35 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Eyebrows McGee at 5:35 AM PST - 22 comments
iPad phone home part 2
What are the pros and cons of various remote desktop apps for the iPad and iPhone? [more inside]
posted by TedW at 5:17 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by TedW at 5:17 AM PST - 16 comments
Advise on the purchase of UK freehold property ...
Tips and pointers needed for purchasing UK freehold land. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 4:23 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mutant at 4:23 AM PST - 5 comments
Time to stop feeling sorry for myself!
If you tried and failed and tried and failed and then succeeded in getting fit- what finally worked for you? [more inside]
Sometimes worrying doesn't change anything - The Musical!
Help me make a playlist for a stressful Christmas! [more inside]
posted by heyforfour at 4:04 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by heyforfour at 4:04 AM PST - 22 comments
How do I file away my published work in magazines?
Writers for magazines: how do you file your published work? [more inside]
I've got electrical tape and pliers and stuff, I'm ready for action!
Holiday lights. I have two long strands, they would (will) be too long to use what I want to use them for -- can I cut off the end of one strand? Or splice the two strands into one, can that be done, hack off the end of the first one, splice in the second one, cut the second one to length, then Hurray! one long(er) strand, it all works great, right? Right? [more inside]
December 11
Things that go squeak in the night
Why does my bed squeak? And how do I make it stop? [more inside]
and all systems are not go
Help me stop overthinking myself into a loop and actually get stuff done. [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 10:59 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 10:59 PM PST - 13 comments
First year in marketing: Please recommend books on physiological based marketing / buying techniques?
First year in marketing: Please recommend books on physiological based marketing / buying techniques? [more inside]
Help me wash my underwear in Madrid
I need a laundromat in Madrid, Spain. They seem to not exist and the threads online that list a few are quite old and the locations no longer exist (see: this thread and note.
Surely this is not so. If none exists, an acceptable laundry service that will, for a reasonable price, wash and dry clothes without heavily perfumed (or perfume free) detergent [not a dry cleaning] will do... preferably near Gran Via, but anywhere will do at this point.
posted by rr at 10:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by rr at 10:26 PM PST - 5 comments
Heading off an inevitable stomachache
How do you head off inevitable stomach upset after a night of wine and spicy food? [more inside]
posted by Laura Macbeth at 10:21 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Laura Macbeth at 10:21 PM PST - 14 comments
How to donate an elbow brace?
Can I book a hotel room overnight and use it for just part of an evening
Will a chain hotel (Travelodge in the UK) mind me booking a hotel room overnight, but just using it for part of the evening? [more inside]
OKCupid, why don't you like me?
OKCupid Question: Why doesn't my profile show up in Match Search to other people? [more inside]
The explorer's life, depicted in words and pictures.
Is there a term for travel accounts of explorers, both fictional and real-life? Also, tell me some of your favorites. [more inside]
Good moisturising sunscreen for Australian summer
Need recommendations: A moisturiser with high SPF for somebody whose skin turns pink after a few minutes in the Australian sun. Don't mind if it's expensive; in fact, I welcome luxury products. We just need it to be a nice formulation, non-greasy non-sticky, non-white. It would be for the whole body (usually just neck, arms and face), but need not be a product specifically targeted to body. Bonus points for a non sunscreeny scent, and if I can purchase it from StrawberryNet. [more inside]
posted by KLF at 8:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by KLF at 8:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Are meetings with elected officials public knowledge?
Are meetings for members of Congress and other elected and appointed officials part of the public record? [more inside]
posted by pallen123 at 8:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by pallen123 at 8:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Moving train Christmas ornament
Ornament help! Need a battery-operated moving train ornament for a sentimental Christmas gift. [more inside]
posted by click at 7:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by click at 7:08 PM PST - 5 comments
New Year's Eve dining in Delft, Netherlands?
My girlfriend and I will be in Delft in the Netherlands over New Year's and would like to book a nice 3 to 4 course meal on New Year's Eye in a moderately priced restaurant. Can the hive mind recommend anything? [more inside]
Help me use Firefox to make my favorite forums more readable!
Help me use Firefox to make my favorite forums more readable! [more inside]
posted by Sufi at 6:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Sufi at 6:44 PM PST - 9 comments
What Was Your Best Active Vacation Ever
Help me find another "active vacation of a lifetime". I'm not talking about "that was a great vacation" -- I want to know about trips you took that really took it to another level. [more inside]
Please make my airport extreme!
Please recommend me a simple, reliable DSL modem that will work automagically with an Airport Extreme? [more inside]
My niece loves interactive books. Help me find some greats.
My niece loves interactive books. Help me find some greats. [more inside]
Internet connection is down
Time Warner Internet service is out. Who do I call? [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 5:52 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by dfriedman at 5:52 PM PST - 7 comments
Kitten Ring?
Help me defeat Bill Gates's attempt to assimilate me into his paperless dystopia!
I just installed Office 2010, and now any time I want to print something, my computer defaults to sending the document to OneNote instead of to my USB-connected printer. Help! [more inside]
posted by decathecting at 5:34 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by decathecting at 5:34 PM PST - 3 comments
Deerly departed, we've gathered here today... to eat you.
Help a budding chef! How do I cook a venison roast? [more inside]
posted by WidgetAlley at 5:22 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by WidgetAlley at 5:22 PM PST - 11 comments
How do I push traffic to my blog?
How do I drive traffic to my value investing blog? [more inside]
posted by prunes at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by prunes at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
What are some things I can do with a metric ton of housing data?
I'm trying to figure out interesting ways to slice/combine/aggregate a ton of data into useful or interesting statistics. Where do I begin? [more inside]
posted by zain at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by zain at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
Wii need a game for my mom.
For Christmas my mom asked for Family Feud on the Wii, but this review makes the game sound pretty bad. What game might she like instead? [more inside]
posted by Hoenikker at 4:04 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Hoenikker at 4:04 PM PST - 12 comments
When your doctor says he feels ineffective, HE'S RIGHT.
Help me find a good sleep doctor in NYC, please? [more inside]
Nice place you've got there.. hate to see something happen to it!
My lease doesn't end for another 7.5 months, and I just got a letter today from the landlord requesting I renew the lease by the 20th. Is this normal? [more inside]
posted by pwnguin at 3:43 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by pwnguin at 3:43 PM PST - 20 comments
Winterizing tilt-sash windows
How can I weatherize a tilt sash window (as a renter)? [more inside]
Who is this on posters in DC?
Who is this pasted on posters on the street in Washington DC? I've seen the posters on utility boxes and they seem to be becoming more common. What's the story?
posted by exogenous at 3:10 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by exogenous at 3:10 PM PST - 31 comments
Hard drive sitting in open trailer for a year or two, inside open computer tower. Data recoverable?
Is it possible to salvage a hard drive that has been through hell and back? I have a 40gig HD from a few years ago that was inside a computer tower that was ditched in the backyard for a few months, and there was stuff on it when it was pitched. [more inside]
Why do people I thought were friends suddenly drop me?
Was it something I said? Why do my friends keep dropping me? [more inside]
How do I mail a bunch of money?
What is the safest way to assure that a check for $25,000 arrives at its destination safely? [more inside]
Personal Campaign Finance Reform
I just found $200 that a family member had given me in 2008 to donate to Obama's campaign. Obviously, I never did that. What should I do with the money? [more inside]
posted by Maude_the_destroyer at 2:35 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Maude_the_destroyer at 2:35 PM PST - 29 comments
Where can I buy Miss Vickie's potato chips in the Charlotte, NC area?
Where can I buy Miss Vickie's potato chips in the Charlotte, NC area? [more inside]
posted by Golfhaus at 2:35 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Golfhaus at 2:35 PM PST - 8 comments
USB FTW WTF?!
How do I make a video autorun from a usb drive in windows 7? [more inside]
Keychain Device to Track Phone?
ChristmasGiftFilter: Looking for some sort of keychain-sized device that will beep when the user's cellphone gets too far away. [more inside]
posted by DMan at 2:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by DMan at 2:01 PM PST - 8 comments
What gives?
Where are the big Christmas light displays in Saugus, MA
There is (or was) a neighborhood in Saugus, Massachusetts where whole streets do over-the-top Christmas light displays. We would like to see this. Can you tell me what streets I am looking for? [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley at 1:12 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 1:12 PM PST - 5 comments
Philly Spa Recommendations
What are your favorite spas in downtown Philadelphia (preferably near Rittenhouse Square or within reasonable walking distance of Market St Station)? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 12:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 12:45 PM PST - 3 comments
Looking for centerpiece in this pic
my wife would like a centerpiece like in the attached pic and i wanted to get it for her for xmas. however, i can't find one like it anywhere (local or online) and i used all my google search term combos to no avail. has anyone seen anything like this or does anyone know where online i could order something similar?
What social norms do you break with no consequence?
What am I missing because most people think it is too dangerous; even though you know it is just fine? [more inside]
posted by Felex at 11:53 AM PST - 66 comments
posted by Felex at 11:53 AM PST - 66 comments
Grumpy old man wants music.
My 74-year old technophobe father has requested an "iPod" for Christmas. My mom needs help deciding which MP3 player to buy which he'll be able to operate easily. [more inside]
posted by cabingirl at 11:51 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by cabingirl at 11:51 AM PST - 24 comments
How do I turn a competing job offer into a raise without looking like a jerk?
Last week, one of my clients took me out to lunch and offered me a job right there on the spot. I was flattered, but I probably won't take their offer because I'm pretty happy where I am. The thing is, they were offering me more money. How do I let my current employer know that they're not paying me what I'm worth? [more inside]
posted by chevyvan at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by chevyvan at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
Reign of blows.
Help me alleviate a noxious family dynamic. [more inside]
posted by Nomyte at 11:16 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by Nomyte at 11:16 AM PST - 31 comments
There WAS an app for that
How come Foursquare (and a few other apps) disappeared from my iPhone 3G after it was jailbroken, and can I get them back? [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 11:13 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by terrapin at 11:13 AM PST - 4 comments
Should I fight to reduce the legnth of time my son can't breastfeed prior to surgery?
My nearly 11 month old son is having tubes put in his ears in a couple of weeks. Thanks in part to this previous post, I feel ok about the surgery/anesthesia. But now I am worried about the prep for surgery. [more inside]
posted by LyndsayMW at 10:49 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by LyndsayMW at 10:49 AM PST - 13 comments
Is anyone investigating the pros and cons of chem trails?
Has anyone investigated chem trails? Is there any scientific experiential input about their purpose and effects on us? We are deeply worried because they are unexplained, potentially hazardous, unauthorized by the people and very worrisome. Is there anyone conducting serious independent investigations into these chem trails?
We live in L.A. and have just noticed within the past two weeks our skies crisscrossed with milky white trails everywhere in the morning that disperse and form a cloud cover later in the day. This observation has sparked an increased awareness and deep concern.
posted by zagyzebra at 10:09 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by zagyzebra at 10:09 AM PST - 39 comments
Help me get over my self-conscious side!
I’m half introvert (don’t need to socialize every day; do like to escape and regroup after socializing) and half extrovert. My extroverted half can be extremely social, and even, on occasion, meet people really easily—and get them to like me.
But if I feel I don’t relate to people around me, or that they won’t get me, or that they are poor listeners and I’ll either have to fight for their attention or fight against their judgmentalism (on whatever subject), I get hideously self-conscious and tongue-tied. How can I change that? [more inside]
Left-of-center Seasonal Musical Recommendation Needed
A recent Metafilter thread on Hanukkah music, as well as a Dec. 1 posting about nontraditional suggestions for a show, inspired me to ask the tribe for assistance with this year's project. Help me locate THE holiday music find of the year. [more inside]
Blown fuse leading to radiator fan. Please help.
My radiator fan won't kick on when the car gets hot. I replaced the fusible link and let the car idle for awhile. After 15 minutes or so, the fusible link blew... Need specific advice on how to find the short circuit. [more inside]
posted by Slothrop at 9:29 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Slothrop at 9:29 AM PST - 3 comments
I made up my mind: I'm very, very indecisive. Please help.
How can I learn to be make better life decisions AND accept my choice once I've made one? [more inside]
Boozy biotics
Can I drink while taking Biaxin XL (clarithromycin) antibiotics? [more inside]
Does anyone consider the feet unclean?
A question about feet! Are they considered lowly by any cultures or religions? [more inside]
Beer Beer We Want More Beer
What are some suggestions for tasty, but a little bit fancy, wine-bottle-sized beers to give away for the holidays? [more inside]
posted by Ham_On_Rye at 9:08 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by Ham_On_Rye at 9:08 AM PST - 30 comments
Female therapist in NYC
Suggestions for a lower-cost female therapist in NYC? [more inside]
Portable outlet to power Christmas lights?
I'm trying to figure out if there's an inexpensive way for me to decorate a golf cart with Christmas lights. [more inside]
A literal pain in the neck at night.
I am having neck pain that develops into a headache whenever I lay down. It started just over one week ago, and has progressively gotten worse. It goes away a few hours of waking up, though as it's gotten worse, it takes longer to go away. Yes, I've been to the doctor and we're working on a diagnosis; I'm looking for more insight. [more inside]
Best gluten-free cookbook
What's the best general gluten-free cookbook? [more inside]
Master of my domain?
Domain Name transfer question: A friend has asked me to help move her website from an old Earthlink hosting account to a new, cheaper hosting option. Will I need to transfer the domain to a new registrar as well? Details below. [more inside]
Desperately seeking lactation consultant in Portland
Desperately seeking awesome lactation consultant in Portland [more inside]
Which Vonnegut novel has the most Trout in it?
VonnegutFilter: Which Kurt Vonnegut novel is the Kilgore Troutiest? [more inside]
How can I authenticate my blog's hit rate?
According to Posterous, I have had around 2,000 hits on a website I am working on in the last 32 days. According to Google Analytics, I have had exactly 125. What gives and what's reliable? Also, can anyone recommend a good book or website about fully utilizing Analytics?
posted by parmanparman at 5:15 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by parmanparman at 5:15 AM PST - 8 comments
Getting XP to play nice on a Mac network
I'd like both computers in the house (one Mac, one XP) to share my WiFi network. This works great as long as the network is open, but I'd like it to be closed. [more inside]
Personalised Calendar Printing Recommendations
I upload photos - they print a calendar using the photos and then they post on my behalf within UK to UK addresses. Recommendations ? [more inside]
December 10
I seem to have misplaced my nailgun. Please help me find it.
I want to play Quake 1 on an XP machine and where did all those crazy maps go? [more inside]
posted by vapidave at 11:17 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by vapidave at 11:17 PM PST - 2 comments
Best fish for beginner's 20 gallon tank
Best fish for beginner with no more than 20 gallons of space! [more inside]
posted by troublewithwolves at 11:00 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by troublewithwolves at 11:00 PM PST - 21 comments
Anniversary-worthy seafood in Toronto?
Good seafood/fish in Toronto without breaking the bank? [more inside]
Why is Firefox randomly ignoring style on websites?
Why is my Firefox only rendering style sometimes on some web pages? It renders only plain text on first load and applies style on second or third refresh. [more inside]
posted by BlackLeotardFront at 10:21 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by BlackLeotardFront at 10:21 PM PST - 8 comments
Barter for health insurance
Why should I move to India? What do I need to know?
Why should I move to India? What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by jander03 at 7:50 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by jander03 at 7:50 PM PST - 24 comments
How do I help a bipolar loved one?
I need warm words of wisdom. Anyone have tips on dealing with a loved one's manic depressive drug infused anger in real-time? [more inside]
What cartoon is this? (approx 10 years ago I think)
What cartoon is this? (approx 10 years ago I think) [more inside]
posted by red_rika at 7:30 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by red_rika at 7:30 PM PST - 13 comments
Driving Miss Crazy
When you're stopped for a traffic violation, how much of your driving record do the police see on their computer? [more inside]
What's the coolest thing you saw in Vietnam?
What's the coolest thing you saw in Vietnam? [more inside]
UK Delivery Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka
Does anyone know where to find Dan Aykroyd's Crystal Head Vodka in the UK?
"I want to talk to management to ... um ... "
Please help me achieve more than arm-waving and general grarring when I talk to my apartment management company tomorrow (or, should I even bother talking to them?). [more inside]
posted by DingoMutt at 6:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by DingoMutt at 6:05 PM PST - 6 comments
What's this British show about animals?
Name That Show-filter: My family is in search of the name of a British show. It had footage of real animals on a farm in Britain in winter, spring, summer and fall - four episodes total. There was a voiceover which gave them names and characters - one notable scene involved Mr. Weasel eating Mr. Rabbit (not their real names - also, may have been a fox). Help? [more inside]
Firmware change?
Is there a mod for my Samsung BluRay player that will let me steam everything, not just the Pandora/Blockbuster/Netflix/YouTube that it streams? It's connected wirelessly to the web, can it be changed to point to another URL?
Help me navigate the world of diy audio kits with respect to guitar amps!
I finally figured out the perfect gift to get the boyfriend but am having trouble finding what I want. Help me navigate the world of diy audio kits with respect to guitar amps! [more inside]
posted by joydivasian at 5:37 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by joydivasian at 5:37 PM PST - 6 comments
Suggestions for lamps for draftsman?
My son is a draftsman and just started a new job. He likes this company better, but the lighting isn't as good. He doesn't have a lot of money to spend, but doesn't want to waste money on lamps that aren't worth it. I've looked for reviews on the web and here, and I didn't find specific information or personal suggestions. Recommendations for types of lamps/lighting, specific lamps, and the least he should expect to spend? What he shouldn't waste money on? I saw Ott lamps at Hobby Lobby tonight, but he said he saw an Ott lamp at Office Depot that wasn't very bright.
New ADHD diagnosis--meds and weight loss?
ADHD meds and weight loss: How to make this transition as healthy as possible? [more inside]
Help me pick a piece of home exercise equipment under $250
Looking to get an inexpensive (less than $250, ideally less than $200) piece of exercise equipment to use at home over the next several months of chemo. [more inside]
All-in-1 package for music editing that includes features like Auto-Tune and Melodyne?
All-in-1 package for music editing that includes features like Auto-Tune and Melodyne? [more inside]
The Freshest Joe Fresh in Toronto, plz?
Best Joe Fresh in Toronto? [more inside]
Help getting rottentomatoes scores on IMDB
Can anyone tell me why the Google Chrome extension for adding rottentomatoes.com scores to IMDB pages isn't working for me? Is there an alternative that I can use? [more inside]
How to help a 7 year old with OCD (or OCD-like) problems?
How do I help my super creative/smart son balance his imagination with the task at hand? [more inside]
posted by digitalprimate at 3:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by digitalprimate at 3:50 PM PST - 11 comments
Like a Brick House (If All Goes Well)
Help me build an awesome gingerbread house. [more inside]
posted by kate blank at 3:29 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by kate blank at 3:29 PM PST - 16 comments
Please Explain the WikiLeaks Situation Re: 1st Ammendment
Julian Assange is going to be charged with spying for publishing the leaked WikiLeaks documents. How is this possible? Wouldn't the newspapers that published the documents be charged as well? What about the first ammendment? If I were to publish the leaked cables on my blog could I be charged as well? I guess I am trying to find out the legalities of this whole situation.
You were the only one who could've gotten to that blood orange liquor...
Watching John Carpenter's The Thing with some friends tonight. Can you help me come up with a cocktail for it? [more inside]
posted by BleachBypass at 3:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by BleachBypass at 3:10 PM PST - 14 comments
What are your best resources for a future home buyer?
What are your best resources for a future home buyer? I want to buy a house in the next 2-3 years. What informational resources should I be taking advantage of? I'm talking web sites, forums, books, podcasts, anything with insight in to what a first time home buyer needs to look for and know about.
Need several remote-controled switch boxes
Need help with AV switchbox selection [more inside]
Dont let my fish sleep with the fishes
How do I maintain a fish pond in freezing weather? [more inside]
I don't want to be on the sinus infection roller coaster.
I don't want to end up on the sinus infection roller coaster. I'm curious about people's experiences with antibiotics. [more inside]
Help identifying a painting.
Best Digital Photo Frame? Help me find a suitable frame for my parents Christmas gift.
Best Digital Photo Frame? Help me find a suitable frame for my parents Christmas gift. [more inside]
Automatically generating an email from a query in Access
I have a database in Access that is essentially a list of projects and associated tasks. I have a query that lists all projects due in the next 30 days. How can I automatically generate an email from this query? Ideally this would just magically send an email whenever the query is populated with a new project. [more inside]
I can see half your aura.
YANMD. Yesterday I saw a flash in my left eye, and then saw a semi-circular line of sparkly white flashes for about 20 minutes, which went away suddenly. I went to the doctor, who had no clue what was going on. Another one of these things appeared - right eye, tiny spot right in the center of my vision, that has turned into another semi-circle as I've been typing this. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by AthenaPolias at 1:40 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by AthenaPolias at 1:40 PM PST - 31 comments
$20,000 in CC defaults: starting over
I'm about to default on a lot of CC debt, how do I start rebuilding right away. [more inside]
How do I deal with my roommate?
Help me deal with my roommate in a nice, calm, rational way [more inside]
I do not speak finance.
You are not my accountant, but maybe you can answer my 401k/tax question, in EXTREME LAYMAN'S TERMS. [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea at 12:42 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by two lights above the sea at 12:42 PM PST - 10 comments
Buying a flat-screen computer monitor
Help me buy a flat-screen monitor for my husband as a Christmas gift, please? [more inside]
Help me get these companies to stop calling.
How do I stop unsolicited telemarketing calls? [more inside]
posted by msk1985 at 12:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by msk1985 at 12:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Where is data on taxes by congressional district?
Where can I find data on US federal income tax brackets by congressional district? My goal is making a fairly accurate statement of the form "Congressperson X represents a district where Y people are in tax bracket Z."
posted by ecurtz at 11:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ecurtz at 11:55 AM PST - 6 comments
How safe are glass walls and windows?
Will highrise glass break? [more inside]
Plastic in/out office thing!!
Out/In the office notifier...Im looking for this dilymajig that is applied to or near the door frame of an office or room..where it has a red and green plastic flag type thing attached to it. WHen you want the room open or available you move it to green...when busy or closed you move it to red...Anyone know where to get on of these????
Where to buy used remotes in Silicon Valley
SiliconValleyThriftStoreFilter: Looking for a replacement TV remote control. Would like to paw through bins of very cheap, old remotes. Where can I do this? [more inside]
posted by Rash at 11:07 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Rash at 11:07 AM PST - 4 comments
Where Can I Find You, Me, and World War Three?
Where can I find a digital download (MP3 or other) of "You, Me, and World War Three" by Gavin Friday? I found it on Youtube, but while it's high quality, there are some ugly artifacts in the audio. [more inside]
How to tell my dad about my abortion?
How to tell my dad about my abortion? It seems like the time has come and gone. Do I tell, and if so, how? [more inside]
Seeking tips on getting fast service from Discover Card customer service.
Need tips on working with Discover Card customer service. We have not yet contacted Discover. I'm hoping the mefites can offer some strategies to help get very quick service. [more inside]
posted by valannc at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by valannc at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
What book was this?
What children's book was this I read a while ago? [more inside]
hopin' mic
All I want to do is record from my microphone to Audacity. Help! M-Audio Producer USB mike. [more inside]
Mac Caching Wrong Password, but Where
My Mac (10.3.9) seems to be automatically providing an outdated network password to my work network. Since the password is consistently wrong, it's causing my new, working password to lock up. Where might that password be stored? I've already removed anything from the key chain. [more inside]
Declaring a war on (software) bugs
Please give me resources (books, how-tos, software/process recommendations, personal experiences, tips and anecdotes) for setting up QA from scratch in a software development company! [more inside]
Are you an adult who is financially supported by your parents’ money? How do you deal with that?
Are you an adult who is financially supported by your parents’ money? How do you deal with that? [more inside]
Lend me your up-to-date media center knowledge
What's the latest in small, cheap media centers? [more inside]
posted by averyoldworld at 9:57 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by averyoldworld at 9:57 AM PST - 20 comments
Shipping biological samples, or FedEx: The World on OUR Time, thank you very much.
Two part question on rapid shipping of biological materials from Australia to the US via FedEx. 1) Getting it through customs, and 2) dealing with a delay resulting from a mistake by FedEx. [more inside]
Watching (American) Football in India
Total long shot: The University of Washington is going to bowl game for the first time in 8 years. I won't be able to travel to the game, but would like to watch it...in New Delhi. [more inside]
posted by ASM at 9:30 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by ASM at 9:30 AM PST - 13 comments
Is my mother in danger with her relationship?
Is my mother's boyfriend potentially dangerous and is there anything I can do? [more inside]
Should I Get My Boss In Trouble?
I have the opportunity to get my boss, who has been very nasty towards me lately, into a lot of trouble, with the distinct possibility that there will be little to no blowback on me. Should I do it? [more inside]
How does a 23 year-old 1L get a paying summer job?
How can a law school 1L fresh out of college get a paying legal job if he has very little legal experience? [more inside]
Dinner on Christmas Eve in Delaware's Brandywine Valley?
Where can my new husband and I eat dinner on Christmas Eve in the Brandywine Valley or in Wilmington proper? Bonus points for romantic atmosphere, since it's our honeymoon. Not an option: Krazy Kat's, Buckley's Tavern. [more inside]
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 9:11 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 9:11 AM PST - 8 comments
English vocabulary words for a French speaker
I'm a native French speaker, and I'd like to to learn some new English words. However, many advanced English vocabulary books contain a lot of words which are exactly the same in French. Of course, some of them are false friends, and there's always something to learn. However, I'd like to know if there exists a vocabulary book specifically dedicated for French speakers. [more inside]
Can you quote from a peer review report?
copyright/amademic publications filter: When someone writes a peer review report on a paper you hope to publish, and that review reaches you in its full original version, what is your position on quoting from it, or all of it, in, say, a book? Could you still quote from it, or all of it, if you didn’t mention the name of the reviewer?
Design House Tokyo
Where are the best places to go for interesting and innovative Japanese design? [more inside]
posted by MuffinMan at 8:14 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by MuffinMan at 8:14 AM PST - 4 comments
Oh, Brother
Advice on sibling matters, please. [more inside]
Can I block everyone in the world im not friends with?
Is there any way to make facebook so that any person who is not your friend is blocked? [more inside]
MS Project alternative?
Free/cheap alternatives to Microsoft Project? [more inside]
Private Eyes, Adjusting You
What is the upside and downside of using an independent, private insurance adjuster for a claim as opposed to the insurance company's adjuster? Need to make a decision here and have no experience. [more inside]
I'm like a rhinestone cowgirl
Is it irredeemably tacky to wear fancy, vintage rhinestone and sparkly jewelry in the daytime? I have a lovely, large collection that I want to show off. BUT, I never do fancy "evening" occasions. [more inside]
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 7:28 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 7:28 AM PST - 21 comments
Help a brit and a canadian meet on a beach, affordably.
Travel help: I live in Toronto and my friend lives in London, England. We want to meet up over christmas for a cheap beach-y package holiday. Problem is, cheap for her is expensive for me, and vice versa. [more inside]
Dead simple streaming from Mac to PS3?
Dead simple streaming from Mac to PS3: what are your success stories? [more inside]
Help us pick an insurance agent.
How do I pick a company for renter's insurance in the Boston area? [more inside]
posted by explosion at 6:45 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by explosion at 6:45 AM PST - 15 comments
Wo ist eine Kletterwand in der Nähe von Spangdahlem?
Mr. chiefthe will soon accept a new job! In Germany! We are both very excited about this, but have a number of questions about the area where the job is located (Spangdahlem) and general moving-over-seas stuff. [more inside]
If it looks interesting, doable and enjoyable, why isn't it?
Help me find the motivation to do creative and interesting things with my free time! [more inside]
How does one critique a web design?
How do I critique my website design? [more inside]
posted by bibliophibianj at 3:39 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bibliophibianj at 3:39 AM PST - 12 comments
This is really ticking me off
How can I keep my clock from tick-tocking? [more inside]
How do I get one more hour (credit) at the last minute?
I'm transferring in the Spring (January) and by my stupidity and ignorance, I am short of one credit to transfer. They need 60, I only have 59. [more inside]
posted by mrspeacock at 1:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by mrspeacock at 1:29 AM PST - 15 comments
looking for some good articles about Amazon EC2
The Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) service is blowing my mind and melting my brain a bit. It seems like the stuff of science fiction, yet I know it is real. Can people here provide pointers to good articles about it, written more for the "intelligent layperson" instead of for sysadmins with multiple PhDs in BioInformatics and Algorithmic Analysis? [more inside]
December 9
"I swear, the cheescake tastes better with *this* fork..."
Am I exhibiting obsessive compulsive behavior? One example: I find myself spending an inordinate amount of time selecting the "perfect" fork, spoon, etc. for the particular dish I'm eating. Of course, that's not the extent of it. [more inside]
It's not BP
For two years, I worked for an organization that now has a bad reputation. Should I include it on my resume? [more inside]
Concerto competitions for big kids
Concerto competitions open to random university students? They must exist. [more inside]
Can't we just paint a pigeon blue?
I'm directing a high school play and need to make a bluebird fly away on stage, but using a real bird is out of the question. How can I create this effect? [more inside]
posted by MShades at 10:18 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by MShades at 10:18 PM PST - 17 comments
"I would prefer not to produce my ID, thanks."
Do you have personal experience or anecdotes of what happened when a police officer requested an ID from you and you refused? [more inside]
Making money by taking tests
I am crazy good at taking tests. How can I make some side money from this skill? Nothing illegal like taking tests for other people, obviously. [more inside]
Maybe if you help me decide where we'll go I can actually book tickets.
Where should we go on our honeymoon? [more inside]
Give me some musical suggestions!
I've lived through and loved lots of emo / screamo / pop-punk / post-punk what-have-you bands. Absolute favourite of the genre would be Saves the Day. But somehow, I missed Brand New. Who else did I miss?
emailing to my kindle - app
emailing a book / doc to my kindle... my android phone that is [more inside]
How to remove paint from nylon shirts
How can silk screen lettering be removed from nylon shirts? [more inside]
The map is not the territory.
I want to make another awesome map. [more inside]
Name that 1970s documentary program!
The FPP about 'Connections' made me think of another documentary series that I remember from the late 70s... but only vaguely. Can you identify this program? [more inside]
I want to make my husband's dreams come true this Xmas.
Can you recommend a good programmable remote control that has the ability to perform a series of tasks (macros) and costs under $150? [more inside]
Help Me Do Right by Don Knotts
I have Don Knotts' high school yearbook (aka Barney from the Andy Griffith Show). What should I do with it? [more inside]
so you take your CMS and QA it and what about the API?
Recommendations for books on digital/interactive ad agency production process? [more inside]
Help me locate Cheerwine in New Jersey
I'm pretty great at realizing how not very great I am.
Looking for what I think is a Nietzsche quote. The gist of it is that a self-critical person still thinks very highly of themselves as a critic.
posted by phrontist at 6:40 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by phrontist at 6:40 PM PST - 4 comments
My Gmail is scrambled!
My Gmail 'standard view' is garbled - the icons, text, and other elements are placed randomly over the screen. Help! [more inside]
23rd Birthday Bash - in Semi-Total Isolation. Help!
Want: Small winter cabin for MLK weekend, close-ish to DC. [more inside]
Registrars Smell Fi.shy
Is anyone aware of a reputable domain registrar who will register .sh domain names?
posted by sonic meat machine at 6:20 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sonic meat machine at 6:20 PM PST - 3 comments
How screwed am I by the stupid way I sold my car?
I was stupid. I sold my car very stupidly. Now what? [more inside]
posted by Carius at 6:11 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Carius at 6:11 PM PST - 12 comments
Mefi-Wan Kenobi, you're my only hope
Help a recovering Star Wars addict with his relapse. That is, update me on what's worth reading the Expanded Universe. [more inside]
posted by supercres at 6:08 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by supercres at 6:08 PM PST - 13 comments
Could something smell so much that it entirely disappears?
Could something smell so much that it entirely disappears? [more inside]
posted by goethean at 6:02 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by goethean at 6:02 PM PST - 10 comments
Stern Re-Signs, I celebrate by car radio shopping. Any Suggestions?
Looking for options to replace my dying car radio/cd player and the separate satellite radio unit that plays thru the radio. Would like as few pieces to install as possible, hopefully something that's all in one and preferably $250 or under. Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by aristan at 5:33 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by aristan at 5:33 PM PST - 2 comments
How to preserve healthy anger
Can I learn to hold a grudge? [more inside]
Where to stay in Melbourne?
Melbourne, Australia for the food and wine festival - Where to stay? [more inside]
Help us find specific legislation excluding Tootsie Roll Inc from paying sugar tariff
GoogleFu Failure Filter: Help us find specific legislation excluding Tootsie Roll Inc from paying sugar tariff [more inside]
What is the best way to share a single object (say, a lawnmower) amongst of about 15 people?
What is the best way to share a single object (say, a lawnmower) amongst of about 15 people? [more inside]
MetaParenting: Help Me Set TV Limits
Moving from TV-free to TV-having, please help me with the transition. Special snowflake details, of course. [more inside]
Mount a small object in front cover of hardback book? Please/
How can I insert a small mirror or peephole into the front cover of a handmade hardcover book? What kind of material is appropriate for the cover? Will cardboard/cloth do? What about leather? Is there a tutorial anywhere to show how this is done? [more inside]
Looking for The Heavy
On the 18th January, English soul band The Heavy performed their song "how you like me now" on Letterman. Uniquely, they were asked to perform an encore. [more inside]
posted by rog at 4:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by rog at 4:39 PM PST - 6 comments
How should I sell this photograph?
Gifts for a hiker?
Gifts <$50 for a husband with a new hiking obsession? [more inside]
My ass, and covering it.
Where to buy non spandex yoga pants for adults? Inspired by the, uh ... comment trend in a previous thread.
posted by tilde at 4:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by tilde at 4:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Word Process Sores
Name me an online word processor that gets on well with my aged laptops. [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 3:45 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by run"monty at 3:45 PM PST - 4 comments
There are more than three chords!?!
Looking for songs that are not too difficult to play and feature a guitar, bass and female vocalist. [more inside]
posted by talkingmuffin at 3:17 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by talkingmuffin at 3:17 PM PST - 22 comments
Best Buy Smart Phone Deal?
I would like some help choosing a phone! Some snowflake (and long details) inside. [more inside]
Help me get gifts for my parents.
Gift Filter: Mom wants to be better at the visual part of HTML design (books, software, dvd etc) and Dad is really into investing, Help! [more inside]
What if I just throw them away?
What would happen if I stopped paying my credit card bills? [more inside]
Help me pee in public
Why can't I pee in a crowd? (Male stage fright) [more inside]
Does coffee contain any other psychoactive constituents than caffeine?
Does coffee contain any other psychoactive constituents than caffeine? [more inside]
My life, compacted.
I will be living out of my 45 liter/2,700 cu. in. backpack for three weeks in a foreign country (Japan). Help me not lose my mind: please share your tips & tricks to stay sane. [more inside]
song on shoecarnival.com
Office bet... Who is singing the song on shoecarnival.com? Warning. Autoplay pop music plays blaringly loud on site load. Google-fu is failing us all.
posted by tayknight at 2:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by tayknight at 2:44 PM PST - 5 comments
I've got the peptic ulcer blues and I don't know the cure
What can I do to ease peptic ulcer pain? [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith at 2:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by rachaelfaith at 2:43 PM PST - 10 comments
Why can I no longer copy/paste from Photoshop into iChat or Adium?
Why can I no longer copy/paste from Photoshop into iChat or Adium? [more inside]
posted by critzer at 2:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by critzer at 2:33 PM PST - 3 comments
What's so rebellious about a Danish Christmas?
Why does my Christmas mug have "rebellion" written on it? While on vacation in Iceland last week, I bought a mug at a Tiger store. The mug is red with the word "oprør" in green. Given the colors and the season I assumed this would have something to do with Christmas, but once I got home and looked it up I discovered that "oprør" means "rebel" or "rebellion" (in Danish). Is there any meaning to this that I'm not getting? Are the Christmas colors just a coincidence? Why is a multinational chain store fomenting rebellion? I'm mildly mystified.
posted by mskyle at 2:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mskyle at 2:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Date of notebook needed
Detective action needed, lol. I have a notebook from a railroad that I am trying to date. The inside of the notebook has imprinted: "National 62-261 Smooth Wide Opening Rings Steel Reinforced Back". Does anyone have a clue where I might date when this particular notebook was manufactured/sold??? [more inside]
Which plan should I pick?
Which federal health plan should I choose? I just moved to DC for a non-postal federal job, and I have narrowed down my options to Blue Cross Standard, Blue Cross Basic, and GEHA. [more inside]
HiddenForm?
Anyone know what this "HiddenForm" program might be from the icon? Image link here. It displays a small featureless window if you switch to it. Thanks.
WE HAVE TO DO THIS THING BEFORE THE OTHER THING GOES KABLOOM
Looking for intense, fast, "OMG WE HAVE TO DO THIS SPY-TYPE THING AND GET OUT OF THE BUILDING BEFORE IT EXPLODES!" songs that are between 4 and 5 minutes long. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by Lucinda at 2:19 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Lucinda at 2:19 PM PST - 20 comments
Song help
What 80s song is Passion Pit's "Little Secrets" reminding me of? [more inside]
posted by peep at 2:12 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by peep at 2:12 PM PST - 12 comments
On a quest for pajamas that have not been treated with flame retardants...
Where on earth can I find regular-sized (not the snug-fitting long johns) older kids' pajamas not doctored up with chemical flame retardants? I'm, of course, in the US. This probably wouldn't be a question in another country. [more inside]
posted by sixtyten at 2:06 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by sixtyten at 2:06 PM PST - 23 comments
Looking for proposal management solution
Co-workers in charge of preparing RFP and RFQ (Request for Proposal and Quote, respectively) documents for prospective customers are looking for an application to manage their documents and other resources, including creating a comprehensive library of boilerplate / commonly-referenced sections. Ideally would play well with Office 2007 and / or InDesign.
posted by aught at 1:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by aught at 1:55 PM PST - 4 comments
Where to stay in Encino
Need a place to stay for last-minute family reunion in Encino, CA., near Sepulveda Basin Rec. Area. 8 adults, 20 - 60, so a house or someplace with suites would work. [more inside]
posted by Mom at 1:45 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mom at 1:45 PM PST - 5 comments
Cheap and on the water
Where are the most inexpensive beachfront houses in the US/Canada? [more inside]
posted by yellowcandy at 1:39 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by yellowcandy at 1:39 PM PST - 17 comments
What is the plural of "Batman"?
What is the plural of "Batman"? [more inside]
How to make the most out of showering at the gym?
How to make showering at the gym (and carrying wet stuff around) as painless and enjoyable as possible? [more inside]
posted by callmejay at 1:32 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by callmejay at 1:32 PM PST - 11 comments
What is this thing called Zune?
Unexpected Holiday Gift: Someone got me a Zune HD! Problem. I already own an ipod Nano and know next to nothing about Zune. What can the Zune do that my nano can't? How do you use yours? What does the Zune do well? Any tips or trips or strange things/ 3rd party applications I can use?
My own private Ida-server.
At work, my files are saved on a server which is automatically backed up. At home, my files are saved on my computer, which is backed up occasionally, whenever I remember to and have the time. I'd like to make a home setup that's more like my work setup. Is there a service available where I can buy space on a networked server with professional level backups to keep my personal files and protect them from loss? [more inside]
Why does swimming make my body freak out?
90% of times I go to the pool I experience something akin to a panic attack/shock. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by vlsd at 12:50 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by vlsd at 12:50 PM PST - 20 comments
Russian government oversight boards
In Russia's recent past or present, have there been any anti-corruption government oversight committees that had any real power to penalize corrupt Russian politicians? [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 12:42 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by egeanin at 12:42 PM PST - 3 comments
Open Source Tool For Reading Palm OS datebook files
Is there an open source application to access/export calender information from Palm OS datebook files? [more inside]
posted by SweetJesus at 12:41 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by SweetJesus at 12:41 PM PST - 3 comments
Facebook: School Me
I'm a parent volunteer who's now in charge of my school's Facebook page. Please help me learn about the most effective ways to promote and communicate about my school this way. [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:35 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:35 PM PST - 9 comments
Help my husband pick out a travel toiletry case
What do you use to encase your toiletries while traveling? [more inside]
How did you form real friends at your 30s.
What are my blind spots, mistakes that I am not aware off. How did you form real friends at your 30s. [more inside]
Why can't I give it away?
How can I get rid of my freaking car? [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 12:20 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 12:20 PM PST - 27 comments
No, the other left
How did you learn left and right? [more inside]
Car audio for a newbie?
Do I need to buy speakers? What the hell is an HU? Can someone hold my hand while I try to get the speakers fixed in this pontiac vibe? [more inside]
Indoor vegetarian BBQ recipes?
I got mad crazy BBQ cravings going on here. Difficulty: Vegetarian and wintertime! [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
Where can I go for DIY inspiration and detailed tutorials?
I just built my workbench, and now I want to take on some fun DIY projects. Where can I find a good collection of fun projects for inspiration? [more inside]
Was empire more profitable than free trade?
Did the Western Powers gain more economic benefit from their 19th century/ early 20th century colonial empires, or from post-WWII trade with the more-or-less free world? [more inside]
posted by Clambone at 11:24 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Clambone at 11:24 AM PST - 14 comments
Any good photography workshops in Boston?
I am looking for a photography workshop in Boston (or maybe NYC) that is less than $500, lasts a weekend or less, and is targeted to folks with near pro level skills [more inside]
GTD for Anxieteers
Try as I might, I cannot seem to get Getting Things Done done. At best I can get a few weeks out of any system before crashing. How do I fix this? Let it snow in the details. [more inside]
posted by rouftop at 10:44 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by rouftop at 10:44 AM PST - 31 comments
What does it mean when people "miss the point?"
What does it mean when I'm talking to people and they "miss the point?" [more inside]
islands of industry
Examples of one-person incredible or heroic efforts (in any field) [more inside]
Need light bars for fun, &c.
Where in Toronto can I rent Chauvet Colorstrip lights, or an equivalent?
The best boxer briefs in the universe
I'm looking to buy new men's boxer briefs. Please recommend me some fantastic ones that are comfortable on someone who (sorry for the image) tends to sweat a good amount and has a fair amount of hair on the parts involved. [more inside]
What do I get a rookie cop?
What do I get a soon-to-be cop?
My friend's 20-something son is graduating tomorrow from the police academy. I want to get him a nice present, not too expensive. And nothing illegal! [more inside]
Excel changes cell colors on its own!
Why does moving a cell or cells in Excel change the background color in the cell it was moved from??? [more inside]
Does LoveFilm keep up turnaround speed?
UKFilter: How do people feel about LoveFilm these days? There used to be concerns that they throttled the turnaround speed after excellent initial (teaser) service. Are MeFi users satisfied with their experience?
Dash cradle for iPhone
iPhone car kit? [more inside]
fbi, cia, can you confirm?
Are either my cell phone or my dad's landline being tapped? [more inside]
Can you help me find this transportation video?
When I was in third grade, in the early '90s, we watched a video about the history of transportation, which featured an old couple who'd contemplating taking a horse and buggy, train, car, etc. then decide it wasn't worth the hassle and say "maybe we should just stay home"? Can anyone tell me the name of the video and if it might still be available? Google has yielded me no results. Thanks.
Interesting staff interview questions for customer magazine?
I'm producing a customer magazine for a real estate company. One of the many articles they want to create each month is one focusing on a member of staff, in order to provide the "human element". [more inside]
Can you give me examples of humour in scientific papers?
Can you help me find scientific papers that are basically jokes, or that contain jokes/humour somehow? [more inside]
Boom-nothing-nothing sounds weird
When playing the bass for bluegrass and old-time waltzes, what do you do on the off-beats (the 2 and the 3)? [more inside]
Droid dead screen help?
My Motorola Droid's screen is dead. The touch, power, sound still work but I can't see anything. Where in NYC can I go to have this fixed? [more inside]
Got shafted by my company, viz pay raise - what to do next?
Got shafted by my company, viz pay raise - what to do next? [more inside]
Which cellphone contract does a roadie get?
Cellphone-Contract-Filter. 3 1/2 overpriced years w/T-Mobile is about to end (yay!). I have a gypsy-ish career and am clueless about where to get. Please advise! (special snowflake details inside) [more inside]
I want a Celestino Piatti poster -- will this site make me an Unhappy Owl?
I love Celestino Piatti's picture books and art. I'd love to own an original of one of his many posters. Prices on E-Bay tend to be pretty high, but I keep running across a site that claims to have many of Piatti's posters for a reasonable price. I've been tempted many times. But the site is German, and looks too good to be true. Does anyone have any experience with this site or opinion as to its legitimacy? http://www.poster-gallery.com (I promise this is not Pepsi-Blue!). Link to the Piatti posters here. My instinct is "no."
Copy Copy
How sensitive are plagiarism checkers? [more inside]
How do I find out if a keystroke logger has been installed on my Mac?
My nephew believes his gmail and facebook accounts have been hacked by a coworker. Hacker may have had physical access to nephew's Mac laptop. Is there a (simple) way to detect if a keystroke logger has been installed? And/or is there any anti-spyware software you can recommend? Is there something other than a keystroke logger that we should be looking for? [more inside]
Logan-bound
Oracle-ERWin constraint headache
Databases: I've got a problem with Oracle and ERWin when using multi-column constraints. Please help. [more inside]
Former owners were idiots, help me avoid the same fate.
A month ago we adopted a sweet little Pug. Now I'm having some problems training him and I could really use some help. This might get long. [more inside]
posted by TooFewShoes at 7:08 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by TooFewShoes at 7:08 AM PST - 27 comments
Rarely is the questioned asked: Is our Mail clients learning?
Why doesn't my Apple Mail junk filter learn? [more inside]
UK in NL? in HD ?
[UK FREESAT] Can I use my SKYBOX dish/white cable to watch Freesat+HD from the Netherlands ? [more inside]
Advise on changing BoD election procedures
What sort of lawyer or accounting firm would be best to advise a large NGO who is re-evaluating the way board members are elected? [more inside]
posted by kimdog at 6:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kimdog at 6:36 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me figure out what I had on my face for two years and why it suddenly went away.
Help me figure out what I had on my face for two years and why it suddenly went away. [more inside]
Any hamster estate agents out there?
post-thesis slump, hope me!
Help me get through my post-thesis slump please!! [more inside]
Tell Me About the Smoke-Filled Committee Room, Please
Have you ever sat on an admissions committee for a PhD program? What's it like? [more inside]
posted by awenner at 5:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by awenner at 5:29 AM PST - 18 comments
Anything neat for Kids in Chicago this weekend?
Taking 3 and 7 year old boys from Madison, WI to downtown Chicago this weekend (Dec 11-12). Anything seasonal that's worth checking out? The obvious destinations (Shedd, Planetarium) are on the menu, but are there any neat Michigan Ave storefronts that shouldn't be missed? Other holiday-season only events aimed at 2 kids?
Where to stay and what to do in San Francisco?
San Francisco late January - where to stay, what to do? [more inside]
posted by Infinite Jest at 4:40 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Infinite Jest at 4:40 AM PST - 14 comments
Can you help a British artist choose his database software?
Do you have any experience working with art gallery-specific database systems? I'd love some advice on choosing the right software to help organize a mid-career artist and his sprawling archive. [more inside]
Not Sweet Pineapple
How can I rescue/save a pineapple that isn't very sweet from the compost heap? [more inside]
posted by boby at 3:49 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by boby at 3:49 AM PST - 15 comments
A colourful meal
Help me stylish people! My wife wants plates for Christmas. Bright colours. Please help! [more inside]
posted by Brodiggitty at 2:53 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Brodiggitty at 2:53 AM PST - 10 comments
Can you have too many heart stents in place?
A recent heart stress test shows according to my GP that I'm probably going to have to go to the hospital and have another heart stent put in. I see my cardiologist this Friday for more details. I presently have 7 stents in place. I'm staring to wonder if there is a upper number of stents that a person can have on board.
One thousand euros - the bathroom, now...
Trying to indentify a film I saw just 10 minutes of yesterday, before falling asleep (was on RTE2 in Dublin).
First scene was a tall blonde in a short dress talking to a short dark haired guy on a bridge over the Seine, about debts owed to a gangster ("30, 35....make it 50 thousand").
Cut to nightclub where the blonde makes 1000 euros a time taking 'gentlemen' to the bathrooms whilst the guy gets drunk at the bar. There was no sex... just scenes of the original guy getting progressively more and more drunk.
The film was relatively recent judging by the nightclub music - but in beautiful black and white... I'd love to see the movie in it's entirety. I checked RTE's website, but it only has listings for today onwards... I'm leaving Dublin this evening - and I cannot find a newspaper from yesterday.
posted by mattr at 2:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mattr at 2:31 AM PST - 5 comments
pants don't go on your head!
What's wrong with this picture? Looking for silly children's books featuring things that don't belong. [more inside]
posted by streetdreams at 12:34 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by streetdreams at 12:34 AM PST - 16 comments
iTunes Store help for a newly listed artist?
Do artists listed in the iTunes Store get to adjust the prices of their own music? If so, how? I don't really know what to search for and my usual google-fu is leaving me empty-handed. [more inside]
posted by mirepoix at 12:17 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mirepoix at 12:17 AM PST - 4 comments
December 8
How to remove glass cement
Help me avoid being Bridezilla, and un-glue some centerpieces before I come unglued, please. [more inside]
posted by keribear at 11:48 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by keribear at 11:48 PM PST - 28 comments
Being punished for eBay's bad coding
eBay's support system is driving me nuts, and now my account has been suspended for something that is completely not my fault. Is there a more direct line to eBay I can try to complain? [more inside]
posted by divabat at 11:39 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by divabat at 11:39 PM PST - 15 comments
The voices in my head give really good fashion advice
Why is my new friend narrating my thoughts? [more inside]
Best way to leave a crazy landlord
We found a new apartment. Just gave our thirty days notice to our landlord and got a furious tirade in response. Basically she said that we cannot give thirty days notice at any point during the month. It has to be during the first of the month and that because it is close to Christmas that our giving notice now is unacceptable. [more inside]
posted by teamnap at 9:27 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by teamnap at 9:27 PM PST - 22 comments
Tracking down or identifying this specific poster from the film The Rocketeer?
Tracking down or identifying this specific poster from the film The Rocketeer? [more inside]
as it taunts "You don't know me!"
This pop song sounds extremely familiar, but I can't figure out why. What song is it reminding me of? [more inside]
posted by acidic at 9:13 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by acidic at 9:13 PM PST - 23 comments
Wants to click to get fit & maybe boogey-down
Where do I find free on-line excersize videos besides YouTube? [more inside]
Film recommendations set in the early 1900's?
After a recent trip to Walt Disney World in Florida and inspired by the Main Street USA part of the park, I'm suddenly urged to immerse myself in films set in the early 20th century, preferably made in the 50s/60s/70s. The big one that comes to mind is The Music Man, but can anyone help me find any others? Disney flicks are a plus!
Where can I find the documentary "War and Peace in the Nuclear Age?"
Where can I find a copy of the 1989 PBS documentary, War and Peace in the Nuclear Age? At one time, I had a digital copy that appeared to be a VHS transfer. Unfortunately this was lost in a move and I've been unable to find a copy since. [more inside]
I think Lynx broke my Mac's Internets
I decided to test my website in Lynx for OS X, but for some reason it loaded a version from May. Now, whenever I load the front page from any other browser on my computer, it displays that old version. This doesn't happen when I view it from my phone or any other computer, so it's definitely my computer, not my site. But I can't imagine what it could be. Anyone know what I might have done? [more inside]
posted by XerxesQados at 8:03 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by XerxesQados at 8:03 PM PST - 8 comments
Food stamps while in school?
Is it ethical for a (graduate) student to use food stamps? Looking for perspectives from both sides of the argument. [more inside]
posted by rebent at 7:59 PM PST - 70 comments
posted by rebent at 7:59 PM PST - 70 comments
Where should I drink on my Chicagoland date?
Looking for Chicagoland bars that aren't sad. I live in Lombard, in the Western suburbs of Chicago, and my gentleman friend lives in Hillside, and all the bars around me seem to be for sad people and/or older people. I have a date (well, sort of) coming up, and I want to find bars that are geared towards young 20-somethings that I do not have to take the Metra to get to. [more inside]
Do you do house calls?
I'd like to do some restorative yoga, acupuncture, massage therapy treatment in my apartment.
Can anyone suggest exceptional practitioners who will do house calls to work with me in downtown/annex Toronto, Canada?
Thanks!
pound is not playing nice. :(
Can you help me use pound as a reverse proxy and load balancer? [more inside]
posted by wayland at 7:29 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by wayland at 7:29 PM PST - 5 comments
Halp! I need jeans that fit!
I need help denim size equivalency among brands (Lucky, Gap, and Banana Republic)! [more inside]
posted by faeuboulanger at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by faeuboulanger at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
Balance between visible and over-bright?
Wardrobe oxymoron? Seeking accessories or clothing items that are 'memorable' (and recognizable across a long distance) but not massively bright or glitzy. [more inside]
I'm a Mac, and I can't get on the internets.
Wireless internet conundrums. After internet signal problems being repaired by the internet provider and plugging into the modem directly showing that the connection itself is fine, the wireless goes out every few minutes for the Macs in the house, but works fine for the PC. [more inside]
Big Birthday in the Big City
I'll be turning 21 in a couple of weeks in New York City! Give me the secrets to the big 2-1 in the big N-Y-C. [more inside]
Sometimes you feel like a nut
Movie quote challonggge...talking about an avocado? Voiceover says something like "i know you're saying it's a fruit, but technically, it's a nut, and I think they're delicious." Hope me.
posted by bunny hugger at 6:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bunny hugger at 6:12 PM PST - 8 comments
No, I'm not going to weld together a metal cat...
In January, I start a "welding for artists" class. As part of the lead-in information, the school recommends each person have an idea of what to create. I need an idea and would appreciate some pointers on where to look for designs/ideas, etc.
Help me track my time
Looking for a time-tracking program that I can use both on my laptop and on an iPod Touch. [more inside]
How to throw a house party?
What do I need to know to throw a successful house party to raise funds for my nonprofit? [more inside]
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 5:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 5:44 PM PST - 8 comments
Refinancing with a co-signer? Not working.
Refinancing help/ideas please. I can't seem to refinance even with a stellar co-signer. [more inside]
Transferred to Brooklyn College
I've transferred to Brooklyn College from College of Staten Island. I'm in the Computer Science major. I'm wondering if there is anything to keep in mind when studying there. [more inside]
Did he have a true lack of empathy?
The Damned. "Would You Be So Hot if You Weren't Dead". (YTlink) Is this about John Lennon? [more inside]
posted by graftole at 5:19 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by graftole at 5:19 PM PST - 2 comments
“I still have my feet on the ground, I just wear better shoes.” Oprah
Shoes for a man. From a woman who knows only the barest bit more about fashion than he does. Difficulty: for an engineer who wears mostly khaki slacks and jeans, wants to look a little sharper at work, and wants to be more comfortable working out and dancing (resoling for dancing is perfectly fine). Bonus points: men's 11 AAA (yes, that's 3 A). [more inside]
posted by bilabial at 5:17 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by bilabial at 5:17 PM PST - 17 comments
Euthanasia, I'm struggling with a tough call I made
I'm dealing with grief and guilt over the loss of a pet. Intellectually, I feel I did the right thing. Emotionally I am a mess and keeping saying to myself "what have I done?" [more inside]
posted by red_lotus at 5:08 PM PST - 65 comments
posted by red_lotus at 5:08 PM PST - 65 comments
$$$$$$
Decent scholarship search engine, anyone ? [more inside]
Designer clothes at rock bottom prices in NYC and London
Discount designer clothes in London and Manhattan [more inside]
Room Dividing Screens BE DAMNED!
How should I separate my bedroom 'area' from my living room 'area' in my studio apartment... without using those stupid dividing screens? (More info inside!) [more inside]
posted by darkgroove at 4:55 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by darkgroove at 4:55 PM PST - 33 comments
Best program to replace iTunes?
What's the best Windows-compatible replacement for iTunes? I'd like a program that is free, efficient, syncs with portable mp3 players, and preferably could import my preexisting iTunes playlists.
Mortgages for people with savings
Are there special things I should consider when shopping around for a small mortgage to be paid off quickly? [more inside]
Book-themed woodcuts?
Looking for woodcuts or vector art of books and book-related themes. [more inside]
kid resistant home entertainment
trying to help my boss out with a computer / all-in-one device purchase for her two little boys. req's inside. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 3:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 3:05 PM PST - 7 comments
Name that career
[Suggest a career filter] I am in my third career and pretty old but I really do not like what I am doing. I am a Project Manager who is customer facing and I do not like working with external customers! But here is my question. What can I do with this skill set? [more inside]
posted by shaarog at 2:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by shaarog at 2:50 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me get started audio programming
I've been studying C++ for the last year and some change, and I'd like to start merging this study with my work in audio synthesis. What's a good way to get started programming audio applications? [more inside]
Because "I just know" is not a sufficient organizing strategy
What's the best way to organize data when you're making lots of changes to it? [more inside]
How to force page breaks when printing email?
How to force page breaks when printing email? [more inside]
Mirrored-mirror mirror.
I want to build a de-reversed mirror. [more inside]
Movie scene where an incompetent dad burns the family house
Name-that-movie time! Bumbling dad switches on over-the-top Christmas lights, causing the house to go up in flames and massive disappointment. A colleague and I were discussing Christmas movies and we both thought of this scene but we can't remember the movie it came from. It's probably a well-known US comedy (like Home Alone or Honey I shrunk the kids) from the 1980-1990s. This should be a piece of cake but my Google/IMDb/Tvtropes-fu fails me.
How nutritious is re-steeped rose hip tea?
How nutritious is re-steeped rose hip tea? [more inside]
posted by domnit at 12:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by domnit at 12:51 PM PST - 4 comments
Yes, I'm really using my question to find a song about "ho's" *sigh*
Name that song thread: an obscure rap song I heard about 15 years ago [more inside]
Operation Bird Ticket: Commence!
I want to see Andrew Bird at the Sixth & I Synagogue in Washington DC... tonight. Problem is that I have no ticket. I need help with the online ticket buying process. [more inside]
posted by littlesq at 12:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by littlesq at 12:43 PM PST - 5 comments
Completely over-engineering something simple.
TightVNC + Hamachi + Win7 Ultimate x64, what am I doing wrong? [more inside]
New boyfriend, old cat
My cat has a weird love/hate relationship with my boyfriend of 3 months. Help! [more inside]
What are ways in which people stay active and engaged if they are not working?
What are different ways that people who do not need to work for any number of reasons (retired, independently wealthy, stay at home parent, unemployed and not looking, etc.) find to stay fulfilled, feel engaged in society, and enjoy their free time? [more inside]
Nofurkey
Vegetarian Christmas. What replaces the turkey? [more inside]
Bedtime stories for adults?
I'm in search of some good fiction or nonfiction books that would work well being read aloud right before bed. Nothing too grim, intricately-plotted, or with too many big words (both he and I are literate people but it's embarrassing to keep tripping over big words that are rarely used in day-to-day speech!) would be ideal. Something along the lines of A Walk in the Woods is what I'm aiming for. [more inside]
posted by iminurmefi at 12:01 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by iminurmefi at 12:01 PM PST - 35 comments
Fiction writing advice for the advanced amateur.
I seem to be teetering on the edge of getting somewhere with my writing, but I'm not there yet. How can I learn to get a handle on pacing and characterization in my novels and short stories? [more inside]
posted by PhoBWanKenobi at 11:58 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by PhoBWanKenobi at 11:58 AM PST - 17 comments
How to organize DIY clutter
Handypeople and DIYers, how do you organize all the small stuff you accumulate so that you can find it later? [more inside]
posted by torticat at 11:57 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by torticat at 11:57 AM PST - 23 comments
Looking for Outlook 2010 features on Outlook 2011 for mac.
I've switched over to a MacBook Pro for work and Outlook 2011 is currently driving me batty. I'm used to Outlook 2010 for PC and am getting frustrated with some features that don't seem to be available. I'm looking for solutions to the following... [more inside]
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Leaky rims. What do I need to do to stop my car from gradually settling into the ground? [more inside]
Will my self-cleaned oven be forever locked?
I ran the self-cleaning cycle on my Whirlpool Cleantop oven. It finished successfully, and now the next day, the door is staying locked. Help? [more inside]
posted by nevercalm at 11:40 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by nevercalm at 11:40 AM PST - 13 comments
Odor inside thermos cap
I got this Nissan thermos for my birthday this past August. I have no complaints about the way it works keeping coffee warm. But it does have a weird odor, and it might be haunted. [more inside]
posted by gladly at 11:38 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gladly at 11:38 AM PST - 6 comments
Webpages and sliders
Should I use a HTML5 slider or a JQuery slider? [more inside]
Washing dishes in the developing world
I'm interested in dishwashing practices in the developing world. If you were one of roughly the half of the people in the world without running water in your home, how might you wash your dishes? What kind of set up would you have? Are sinks common even if you collect water from a public well or water truck? Or would you have a washbasin/plastic tub? On a countertop, table, or floor? Cloth or tarp outside? Would you use non-potable water to do the washing up? Save the graywater for next time or for other cleaning tasks? [more inside]
posted by hydrophonic at 11:10 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by hydrophonic at 11:10 AM PST - 31 comments
standard the clash line goes here
How to deal with ambivalence in a romantic relationship? [more inside]
posted by lover at 11:09 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by lover at 11:09 AM PST - 15 comments
Suggestions for DB Textbook
Computer Science Filter: Anyone have any suggestions for a Database text book. I am teaching a course title Database Technology next semester. The previous professor used a textbook that was "MS Access"-heavy. Any suggestions for a textbook that covers Database Technology, meets course description (below) and isn't MS-Dependent?
I have no problem using MS Access, just don't want to depend on it. [more inside]
I was playing Bioshock recently, you see, and the plaster man imagery struck a chord.
Please help me identify a movie I saw quite some time ago: The scene I remember was a man running from a crowd of angry people at night in a bad part of town. I have no idea why he was pursued. He comes across a woman artist who conceals him in plaster/paper mache like a statute. For some reason the ruse doesn't work for very long. [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 11:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 11:04 AM PST - 4 comments
My cats have clashing eating disorders
How do I help one cat lose weight while allowing the other cat to eat enough? [more inside]
Looking for good (small?) cameras for dark concert photos
DSLR vs Pro-Sumer camera quandary, live performance variation. I'm looking at upgrading to a better camera (specifically because my Point-n-Shoot does poorly capturing live shows in dark venues), but I'm not sure if I am ready for a DSLR. Details inside. [more inside]
Help me calculate a percentage contribution to a final total
Excel help: I want to multiply two numbers, then subtract a percentage from that number, and arrive at a fourth number. [more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 10:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 10:55 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me save our CD exchange!
Need a Christmas miracle! Is there any way to get a playlist from my home computer onto my work computer without going home? [more inside]
Member Threatens Suicide-- What to do?
What to do if a member of a social networking website says they want to commit suicide? [more inside]
Too young?
Can bars/clubs in Portland, OR legally enforce a minimum age (other than drinking age) for patrons? [more inside]
posted by OverlappingElvis at 10:12 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by OverlappingElvis at 10:12 AM PST - 19 comments
Please recommend current political non-fiction
I need help picking out a book as a Christmas gift for my husband. I'm looking for fascinating current non-fiction about the inner workings of American politics. Husband is a staunch Democrat. Many thanks!
posted by Dragonness at 10:11 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Dragonness at 10:11 AM PST - 10 comments
How do I rip DVDs legally?
I'm out of the loop on the current state of legal duplication of commercially available movies on DVD. Please help. [more inside]
posted by FlamingBore at 10:01 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by FlamingBore at 10:01 AM PST - 17 comments
French movie series with friends on holiday
Please identify a French movie series about vacationing friends. [more inside]
posted by Jorus at 9:52 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Jorus at 9:52 AM PST - 7 comments
How to view the BSG Resistance webisodes?
What are my options for finding/viewing the Battlestar Galactica "Resistance" webisodes? [more inside]
Heat in New York apartments--what is the landlord responsible for?
I know New York housing laws mandate that landlords keep apartments heated under certain conditions--does this mean they must keep the apartment at that heat, or does it mean that they have to make a heating option available? [more inside]
posted by thelatermonths at 9:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by thelatermonths at 9:35 AM PST - 7 comments
Do I really need to balance accounts?
Do I really need to balance bank statements? [more inside]
But mom!
What does this program/script do, and presuming a locked down environment like a grade school, could it be used maliciously? [more inside]
posted by cjorgensen at 9:03 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by cjorgensen at 9:03 AM PST - 29 comments
I want to read the news while avoiding CNN
What are some good sites for reading current events and news reports? The usual suspects are too left / right / trivial for my tastes. [more inside]
posted by ehamiter at 9:02 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ehamiter at 9:02 AM PST - 12 comments
To gift or not to gift?
Etiquette filter: Found out my boss at my new job gives members of her team fairly generous holiday gifts. Is it appropriate for me to reciprocate with a smaller token of appreciation, or will that seem suck-uppy? [more inside]
So I've been goosed -- now what?
I'm roasting a goose for Christmas dinner, and I'll be steaming a plum pudding as well. What else should I include in my vaguely Dickensian menu? [more inside]
posted by Narrative Priorities at 8:09 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Narrative Priorities at 8:09 AM PST - 20 comments
Presents for a chili cook?
Present ideas for the chili lover. I'm trying to think of a gift basket for a burgeoning chili-chef, but I know very little about chili and have no ideas outside a nice cut of meat and it would be nice to get them something that would last a little more long-term. Chili-makers, are there any really nice spices you like in your chili or other special ingredients? A specific tool or pot you find indispensable? Any "idea" books (this person is not the type to follow strict recipes, but would likely follow something that said "try this for this effect")? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 8:01 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by anonymous at 8:01 AM PST - 23 comments
What is the timeline of a peptic ulcer?
How quickly can a peptic ulcer (1) form, and (2) perforate? My girlfriend just had an emergency surgery in Mexico when an ulcer she didn't know about opened 2 mm and began leaking air out of her stomach. How long might she have had it? (YANMD, naturally.) [more inside]
What's up with my pipes?
My pipes have become loud and groany. Should I be worried about this? [more inside]
Keep me wired in Puerto Vallarta!
Does anyone know if I can get a prepaid micro sim (with data!) that works in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico? Data is actually more important than minutes - I'm taking my factory unlocked iPhone, and would really prefer not to have to rely on sketchy wifi while I'm there. [more inside]
Least-terrifying route from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC?
Least-terrifying route from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC? Cross-country driving pros: your insights, please. [more inside]
posted by wowbobwow at 7:27 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by wowbobwow at 7:27 AM PST - 18 comments
Somethin' smells fishy... or not
How do I get an OBJECTIVE test of our home air for low-level carbon monoxide? [more inside]
French-language holiday music recommendations?
Can you recommend any fun and/or jazzy French-language holiday music? [more inside]
posted by Morrigan at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Morrigan at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
RFID Hacking
RFID Hacking: Real or Hype; Prevention [more inside]
Skills for an IT business analyst?
What programming skills are expected from a typical IT business analyst? What else should I learn? [more inside]
posted by uaudio at 7:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by uaudio at 7:16 AM PST - 6 comments
Watching old "Dexter" without much new equipment?
How can I watch old "Dexter"s and new movies from Netflix, etc, on my HD TV, the cheapest, simplest, least-techy way? I've got Verizon internet, cable and phone package, and a new Apple desktop, and don't want to add much more hardware. [more inside]
posted by fivesavagepalms at 7:11 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by fivesavagepalms at 7:11 AM PST - 26 comments
How much rent should I pay on a house that costs $210,000 to buy?
I'd like to rent a house that I'd eventually like to buy, but I don't know how much to offer. Any ideas? [more inside]
Pre-flight jitters? No, not at all. Why ever would you think that?
Flying Airtran from Orlando tomorrow. Last time I was on a commercial plane was over 30 years ago and I sat on the floor. What do I need to know? [more inside]
Meteorology filter:
Around the Disney World in Less than a Month
Last-minute vacation madness: my sister in DC just asked me to plan a vacation to Disney World for my 6-year-old niece during this year's winter holidays. She'd like 3-5 days, either before or after Christmas. Today is already December 8. Is this perfectly doable, or difficult/expensive but worth it, or not recommended? If we go ahead at this late date, what can we do to get the most out of the trip? [more inside]
Quit my job, no new one, bad circumstances
I just quit my (bad) job and have no new job to go to. I know I need to be proactively seeking work but I'm suffering from confidence problems and bad personal circumstances and finding it difficult. Any tips or similar stories? [more inside]
Macbook Air
I'm afraid of making the leap to a Macbook Air. I currently use a 2.53GHZ Core i5 15-inch Macbook Pro but am finding it awkward and value portability. I'm afraid of switching because of disk space issues/inadequate Core 2 processor and possibly not getting my money's worth. I'm looking for some sagely advice from anyone. [more inside]
posted by freud at 5:43 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by freud at 5:43 AM PST - 18 comments
AC-Powered Temp-Controlled Exhaust Fan?
I'm looking for a thermostatically-controlled ac-powered exhaust fan for a box that will be housing a wireless router, a couple of hard disks, and an old laptop. [more inside]
posted by alms at 5:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by alms at 5:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Picking (not squeezing) a beginner accordion
More Giftfilter: where neither the giver nor receiver is a musician, and what one should look for in a piano accordion. [more inside]
posted by outlier at 5:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by outlier at 5:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can I find this dress, no longer in stores?
Where can I find a dress that was most likely from last Winter/Spring? This dress (scroll down to the blue and grey dress, blog title "pretty as a blue jay") was recently featured in a repeat of What Not To Wear (repeat 12/3/10, original air date 4/14/10) and I'm interested in finding it. [more inside]
Is it safe to eat chocolate which was molten within a plastic wrapping?
[Can-I-eat-this-filter]
I left a piece of chocolate in a plastic wrapping on a place where it got too hot. The chocolate in it melted completely, the plastic did not. However, another piece of plastic, lying beneath it, started to melt. The chocolate reached maybe 60-70 degrees celsius. Are there any harmful toxins which may have migrated into the chocolate at this temperature? [more inside]
posted by Triton at 4:06 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Triton at 4:06 AM PST - 7 comments
Landscape design software
Software recommendations for a landscape architect? [more inside]
Gifts For Chefs.
GiftFilter: Help me think of some great gifts for an outstanding amateur chef. I want it to be outstandingly awesome and useful but something that the recipient would never have gotten for themselves.
"Oh, I uh, thought it just...happened."
What are some examples of processes which many people assume happen automatically (automagically?), but which actually involve a lot of skilled human intervention and/or planning? [more inside]
posted by embrangled at 2:20 AM PST - 85 comments
posted by embrangled at 2:20 AM PST - 85 comments
How much should I save my first year in the workplace?
What is a suitable savings goal for a recent university graduate? [more inside]
December 7
Shoe shopping makes me angry.
Men have Allen Edmonds, Aldens, etc. But where should I turn for classy women's dress shoes that I can walk miles & miles that will last 5 years or more? [more inside]
posted by deludingmyself at 11:55 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by deludingmyself at 11:55 PM PST - 25 comments
gift recomendation?
21 year old nephew Christmas gift recommendation?
he is going to Austria for a semester from states
loves to ski.loves food.
529 plan question
529 plan question: If my child receives gifts from his relatives "for college" can I put that money in the 529 plan I setup for him and that I am a trustee of and not have it count again my gift tax exclusion? [more inside]
posted by stchang at 10:53 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by stchang at 10:53 PM PST - 3 comments
Self-destructing email?
Email Filter of my Dreams?
I get daily emails from some websites like Groupon and Mint that are only useful for one day or one week, is there anyway that I can set my gmail account to automatically delete or at least filter these messages after a specific time period (ie 24 hours)? If I set up a regular filter then these messages skip my BlackBerry inbox. Halp me?
Can I turn this successful unpaid work into paid work?
Something I wrote is being published (with my permission, but unpaid), yet again. How do I turn this knack for writing in a conversational style into paid work? [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 9:51 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 9:51 PM PST - 12 comments
Sex Toy Christmas: the Fleshlight version
Current fleshlight owners, what do you think? (probably NSFW) Tips and advice requested. [more inside]
posted by itsacover at 9:38 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by itsacover at 9:38 PM PST - 23 comments
Searching for a lost pair of kites hurrying towards heaven.
For much of my childhood, the annual airing of ABC Stage 67's Emmy-winning production of Truman Capote's A Christmas Memory, starring the absolutely incomparable Geraldine Page, was at the very core of how my family understood Christmas. In my time, it aired on local PBS stations. Sometime in the 80s, though, it disappeared, and is only available in a black & white version of questionable quality. What happened, and where did it go? How can we recover this treasure and share it with a broader audience? [more inside]
posted by sonascope at 9:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by sonascope at 9:13 PM PST - 4 comments
What's the best way to run Internet Explorer in OS X?
What's the best way to run Internet Explorer in OS X? [more inside]
What is Intel doing with all that die?
Why do the specs of some non-x86 processors seem so much better than those of the latest Intel chips, even though Intel's manufacturing is more cutting-edge? [more inside]
posted by Xezlec at 8:57 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Xezlec at 8:57 PM PST - 8 comments
Seeing like an insect?
What examples of film, theater, or other art attempt to approximate the experience of seeing like an insect? Or like another animal? I feel like i have seen film-makers attempt to simulate the experience of having a compound eye. Perhaps in The Fly? Any leads would be most appreciated.
christmas idea for my musically-inclined cousin?
GiftFilter: What should I get as a Christmas present for my cousin who's a guy, a music ed major, a junior in college, preppy, and sort of athletic? [more inside]
Action Antivirus Virus
My girlfriends Windows 7 Laptop is infected with the Action Antivirus virus and I am trying to talk her through (we live in different states) the removal process - not working out. Please help. [more inside]
posted by nautical-by-nature at 8:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by nautical-by-nature at 8:20 PM PST - 13 comments
How to buy a nice bottle of scotch?
I want to buy a nice bottle of scotch for a birthday gift. I am not a drinker and know nothing about this. Educate me, please! :) [more inside]
How to create six equally spaced boxes in OpenOffice Writer?
How do I create a timeline in OpenOffice Writer? [more inside]
Illusion of no reflection?
If two facing rooms, each the mirror of each other, are separated by a thin wall with an opening in it, would looking through the hole be akin to looking into a mirror without a (your) reflection?
posted by unmake at 8:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by unmake at 8:01 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me booze up my punch!
How can I booze up this punch recipe? Details and recipe inside. [more inside]
posted by lexicakes at 7:33 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by lexicakes at 7:33 PM PST - 18 comments
Another movie identification question.
Another movie identification question: it was about a girl helping her parents maintain a pool house. No or very few words spoken in the movie. In the end the house gets demolished. [more inside]
posted by krisak at 7:28 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by krisak at 7:28 PM PST - 2 comments
Getting the Neighbor Gossip Early
Before putting an offer in on a house, we want to spend some time this week sitting in the neighborhood and talking with neighbors to see what the area is like and start creating some rapport. What questions should we ask the neighbors? [more inside]
posted by rhapsodie at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by rhapsodie at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me find the perfect cookbook...for myself.
I need a cookbook recommendation. My mum would like to buy me one for Christmas, but I'm having problems choosing. I'm pretty picky. [more inside]
posted by ms.v. at 7:24 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by ms.v. at 7:24 PM PST - 30 comments
Help me find a portable game like my wife's favorite Flash game
I'm looking for an iPhone/iPad/DS/PSP game like the flash game "Drench". [more inside]
posted by Robson at 7:12 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Robson at 7:12 PM PST - 4 comments
i don't like money, actually, but it quiets my nerves…
have you been through a bankruptcy? what was it like for you? how has it affected your life? [more inside]
Oh, Shazbot.
Help identify an educational computer game from the nineties involving cartoon aliens, racing, skateboards, and science trivia. [more inside]
posted by cmyk at 6:56 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cmyk at 6:56 PM PST - 3 comments
What software would best utilize my computers resources for dvd authoring.
I just bought two sapphire 6850's and want to do some dvd authoring plus I have a 6 core amd 2.8Ghz. What can I use that would utilize this the best way possible. [more inside]
posted by Chamunks at 6:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Chamunks at 6:51 PM PST - 7 comments
Nice, single guys that want girlfriends... Where you at?!
[NYCFilter] Where can I meet nice guys for friendship/relationship? 21 year old never-been-in-a-relationship-before single female here. I am NOT interested in online dating at this point. I want to try it the (good?) old-fashioned way first: meeting face-to-face. [more inside]
Maybe I was a government experiment
Is this tokophobia or just some weirdness specific to me? [more inside]
How can I stop my writing from being vague?
I've always been told that my writing is "vague". No matter how often I've consulted with my professors (in the humanities), I haven't succeeded in changing my writing style. And frankly, I can't see what I'm doing wrong. Can any of you offer advice? [more inside]
Here Comes the Bride, All Dressed in White, da da da daaa da da da da daaa da da...
Please tell me all the versions of "Here Comes the Bride" that you know - the sillier, the better. [more inside]
posted by peagood at 6:10 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by peagood at 6:10 PM PST - 13 comments
Stuck in an impossible dating dilemma: overhaul my entire self, or never have a relationship with a man?
Stuck in an impossible dating dilemma: overhaul my entire self, or never have a relationship with a man? [more inside]
Genderqueer / lesbian fiction?
I'm looking for recommendations for good genderqueer and/or lesbian novels, in the vein of Sarah Waters or Malinda Lo. [more inside]
posted by criacow at 6:05 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by criacow at 6:05 PM PST - 12 comments
Jesus vs. Bible?
Found Jesus. But the Bible pushes me away from Him. Now what? [more inside]
Kid Freindly North Seattle Restaurants
Were sick of Zeek's Pizza. We're sick of Blue C Sushi and Taco Del Mar. We're even sick of Red Mill. What are some good kid freindly dining places in the Phinney/Ballard/Fremont area? (said kid is 4)
Where can I buy Windows XP?
Is it still possible to buy Windows XP at a reasonable price? [more inside]
What chocolates did I have on British Airways?
What chocolates did I have on British Airways? [more inside]
posted by gummo at 5:13 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by gummo at 5:13 PM PST - 15 comments
How screwed are we?
Please help me figure out the financial consequences of this clause in the loan agreement. [more inside]
To what extent do Law School grades matter after 1L?
Law School Grades: do they still matter? [more inside]
Loestrin: was it good for you?
I've just been prescribed Loestrin Fe 1/20, and I'm a little nervous about it. My doctor has given me some good advice ("Negative reviews are always the loudest. You have to try it for yourself!"), but some positive anecdotes would help. Questions below. [more inside]
Good genealogy blog theme?
Good genealogy themes for a Wordpress blog? [more inside]
I just want internet for my business
Why won't my router and laptop play nice anymore? Mac and Cisco/Linksys question inside. [more inside]
Help a Mac access music over the network stored on a Windows XP machine.
My wife just purchased a Macbook after using a Dell Mini 9 for several years. All of our music is on a WinXP server and shared out over the network. We want to keep it all on the server if possible. Importing the music into iTunes (over wifi) is slower and more painful than it is on the Windows machines, which I'm surprised about. [more inside]
posted by reddot at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by reddot at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
Trying to track down a 1980s comic story...
Help my husband find this comic strip he remembers from his childhood (UK, 1980s, his words below)... [more inside]
posted by Katemonkey at 2:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Katemonkey at 2:24 PM PST - 8 comments
Fuckety! Iraqi Insurgents Stole My Precious Phone
Please help me find the perfect mobile phone! (To replace my previous perfect mobile phone, that was stolen and is now no longer made and woefully out of date, SOB.) It might be the Samsung S5550, but I'll have to order sight unseen. Very special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
South Austin
I am possibly moving to SOUTH AUSTIN. I live in NW Austin, TX. Where are cheap apartments ($450-$600, 1BR) available in a safer neighborhood? What areas should I steer clear of? Any other things I should know about South Austin, good and bad? I never get down below Town Lake. Thanks, Hive!
FCPA vs. "Publish what you pay"
Hi, I need some help on two approaches to anti-corruption: the 1977 FCPA and the approach Bono is championing through his "Publish what you pay" campaign. [more inside]
B-more social
BALTIMORE Filter: I am a college student who will be living in Baltimore City (near Little Italy) this winter break for six weeks. I don't know anyone in this city. Are there any "discussion" groups/activities I can get involved in while I'm there? [more inside]
please help me find a higher resolution version of this image and please tell me about it
help me find a higher resolution version of this image, and please tell me about it (more inside!) [more inside]
China for beginners.
What touristy things can be done in Shanghai and Beijing in January? [more inside]
posted by OompaLoompa at 1:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by OompaLoompa at 1:41 PM PST - 6 comments
Clueless about car battery purchase!
How cheap is too cheap for a new car battery: 98 Toyota Corolla edition. [more inside]
Needed: More management help!
Still trying to be a great boss; what did I do wrong? [more inside]
ISO delicious, indulgent, single-serving dessert recipes
What are your favorite single-serving dessert recipes? (I want to avoid over indulging, so the idea is to make my own single-servings at home, thereby increasing dessert-eating transaction costs and decreasing dessert supply.)
damn that internet.
Blog post names a friend and exposes very private information. What can be done? [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 1:08 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jak68 at 1:08 PM PST - 13 comments
Where can I compare apartment prices worldwide?
I'm looking for a property website allowing me to compare cheap ($150,000 or less) urban apartments and condos worldwide. Suggestions? [more inside]
LSAT time management.
Taking the LSAT on Saturday. I still frequently have a hard time finishing the logic games section in 35 minutes. Help me select from among three styles of time management. [more inside]
posted by thehandsomecamel at 1:04 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by thehandsomecamel at 1:04 PM PST - 51 comments
What are some basic things I can do to improve at NBA2k11?
I'm terrible at NBA 2k11, and I want get better, but I don't know how. [more inside]
posted by piato at 1:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by piato at 1:02 PM PST - 3 comments
From Los Angeles breeze to Minneapolis freeze
I am moving to Minneapolis from Los Angeles and the only thing I'm a bit worried about is the weather. Got some tips? [more inside]
posted by fantodstic at 12:57 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by fantodstic at 12:57 PM PST - 46 comments
Weight vs Sanity
I'm curious about experiences with medical weight loss clinics. Do they work? If so, any recommendations for doctors, specifically in New York or Brooklyn. [more inside]
I don't have steam heat.
When giving home-buying advice, I regularly point out that there's likely going to be at least one Major Traumatic and Unexpected Expense. And now, I have mine! Specifically: I need a new gas boiler. Current boiler is approaching 3 decades and would cost approx. $2000 to repair, thanks to everything wrong with it. The salesman comes Thursday. Any advice about brands? What burning (no pun intended) questions do I need to ask? I'm in upstate NY, and the house is just under 2200 sq. ft. with three zones.
Converting instructions from PC to Mac
I just received instructions from my software vendor for modifying the host file on a Windows PC so I can view a test site we're working on. I'm wondering if I can do this on a Mac too. [more inside]
posted by slogger at 12:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by slogger at 12:37 PM PST - 5 comments
Looking for Guitar Teacher
Looking for recommendations for a guitar teacher in the Fairlawn, Ohio area. Older beginner student, interested in electric blues.
Don't tread on me
Where in DC can I buy Tea Party stickers? [more inside]
Expecting a call from Jesus Christ any day now
Despite never meeting them, or having any meaningful correspondence, I have been added as a linkedin contact for some rather important people. How? [more inside]
posted by hellojed at 12:15 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by hellojed at 12:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Voice coach in Eugene, Oregon?
Voice coach in Eugene, Oregon? I've done some searching and have a couple of names, but I'm wondering if anyone can personally recommend a voice teacher in Eugene. I'm considering giving a gift of a series of lessons for an aspiring female pop/jazz singer who has never had formal training.
Help my student worker move to Chicago.
I need help finding a place to live in Chicago (asking for a friend). [more inside]
Tools for stacking things on my computer desk
I'd like to make room on my desk by stacking some computer hardware... [more inside]
Looks crazy, actually sick?
What are some famous cases of apparently psychotic and/or criminal behavior that later turns out to have a more medically-based alternate explanation? Thinking of the Charles Whitman case here, interested in others, especially any epilepsy related ones. Thanks.
Freefall fighting
Say you were going to create a martial art for fighting in zero gravity. What would it look like? [more inside]
Applying for US non-profit jobs while living in Korea.
I'm in need of advice on (non-profit) job searching in the US while located in Korea. [more inside]
Why are there no clocks at airports?
Somebody stole my identity to live in an apartment for 4 months?
So my name's been evicted from an apartment I've never lived in. And yet nothing appears on my credit report. What do I do? [more inside]
Help me find a 1990s Paxil TV ad.
I'm trying to find a TV commercial for Paxil that aired probably during the late '90s, but maybe during the early 2000s. [more inside]
Tra la la la la, la la la ouch
What pixel dimensions are optimum for either a flat jpeg or PDF file meant to be circulated as a Christmas greeting card image, attached in email to a wide variety of recipients?
Help me not get fired for sucking at work.
Help me not get fired for sucking at work. [more inside]
I'm really tired of not wanting to date anyone.
Once upon a time, I had fun dating. After a string of spectacularly bad luck, I dread the idea of going out with anyone, because I "know" it'll be awful. Help me get my optimism back and look forward to meeting and dating. [more inside]
Keeping motivated when thrill of "new" is gone?
I get bored and lose interest in things so easily. This particularly hurts me when it comes to time management and doing the things that will develop my business over time. I get a spark of motivation and excitement when I discover a new system (hey, scheduling and mapping out long term tasks in GCal - neat!) or a new website (hey, Remember the Milk, I can jot down tasks before I forget them - very cool!) or new software (hey, I can't think of any right now, but - wow!). At first, I want to learn it, set it up and find excuses to use it, but it seems like that gets me about two weeks before I stop -- even if it actually made me feel good to use it! So, what to do? There are only so many shiny new toys out there, and I already have some really good ones that I know work. Do I just have to brute force myself to use the tools I have, or are there some tricks to keeping it at least somewhat enticing and interesting? [more inside]
Solving a friendly dispute re dog poo bags.
Who is the greenest of them all? Solving a friendly dispute re dog poo bags. [more inside]
Let me sweep pick your brain: who made this guitar?
Help me identify this vintage electric guitar I found. There are no discernable markings of any kind, save what appears to be a serial stamped inside the control cavity. [more inside]
Please Hope Me!
Can anyone help me fit a playlist.com playlist in the sidebar of by Blogger.com blog? The default playlist template is too wide to fit in the Blogger default template. I increased the width of the page, but now it doesn't fit the screen. [more inside]
Comfortable dressy walking shoes....for women?
Looking for women's shoes that are somewhere between casual and dressy that are comfortable enough for lots of walking. [more inside]
Survey question
I would like to price out a survey for an academic paper. Is it possible to see how many people list a certain interest or profession on facebook without paying for anything up front? [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 9:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by codacorolla at 9:24 AM PST - 4 comments
Part-time work: can I make it work?
I daydream about quitting my job and spending a few months working part-time while I figure out my next career move. Feasible or foolish? [more inside]
posted by Metroid Baby at 9:17 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Metroid Baby at 9:17 AM PST - 22 comments
How can I rescue cookie dough that has become a bread-like dough?
Help! I'm trying to make gingerbread dough (using this recipe) but it's turning into a bread-like dough. Help! [more inside]
posted by so_necessary at 9:07 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by so_necessary at 9:07 AM PST - 10 comments
Perfect Print
How do I get a print of this photo of the first Rockefeller Center tree? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 8:30 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 8:30 AM PST - 3 comments
Help a non-academic develop research skills for a wonky in-depth project
I'm not an academic, not trained in the art of research, and I could use some guidance. I need advice on how to identify and track down sources for a multi-year exploration of a topic. [more inside]
How to approach neighbors with newborn?
Upstairs neighbors just had a baby. Good for them! Bad for me! I rent a 1BR co-op in an old building, and sound leaking can be an issue. It hasn't been enough to become an issue until now.
I really don't want to make their lives any more difficult than I'm sure it is when dealing with a newborn, but I can't sleep on my couch everynight. Any suggestions for how to tactfully approach them and have a productive conversation? I don't really know them except for chit chat in the elevator, so this will be a cold call.
Additionally does anyone have any sound tips/tricks? I've been putting on my tornado fan, which helps somewhat but doesn't completely block out the noise.
Dangers on unencrypted public wifi for my computer setup?
When I connect to open, public, unencrypted wifi's at places like Starbucks, and Barnes and Noble, etc, what kind of danger does my computer setup leave me open to? [more inside]
posted by atm at 7:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by atm at 7:54 AM PST - 5 comments
How to edit out keyboard sound in GarageBand?
I have a mov file that I imported into GarageBand. It has male and female voices, and the sound of someone typing on a keyboard. How would I edit this keyboard sound out? FYI I know next to nothing about GarageBand, so keep it simple please.
As chance would have it...
There is a line that goes something like, "As a matter of fact (person) is here with me and he says (exactly what I just said only more so)."
I vaguely recall this being from the movie industry (or a film about the movie industry) and that Roger Ebert was playing on it in the review that started, "As chance would have it, I have won the Pulitzer Prize..." Unfortunately, my Google-fu is weak today. What's the original line and where is it from?
posted by Kid Charlemagne at 7:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Kid Charlemagne at 7:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Song ID: Indie/Electronic "love song"
Song ID request for help: Some time ago I was listening to an indie rock radio station (probably 89.3 the Current) and I heard a song that I really enjoyed. I wrote down the date/time it was played and as many lyrics as I could get down. Unfortunately, I have since lost the slip of paper and have only a few scant clues to go off of.
Here's what I remember:
- It was a heavily digitized (vocoder?) voice, and sort of electronica-y, in the sort-of indie rock fashion (not like in the club or at a rave fashion).
-The chorus included the lyrics (as best I can recall) the following fragments: "even though you really love [him/her]" and "...only causes you pain."
I know how terribly little this is to go off of, but I figured if I had a shot anywhere, it would be here!
posted by chrisph at 7:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by chrisph at 7:32 AM PST - 8 comments
What options do I have for a Windows 7 install/upgrade?
What options do I have for a Windows 7 install/upgrade? [more inside]
how to get from optical to 3.5mm?
I want to get some wireless headphones so I can listen to my TV (A) without waking my son, and (B) while our appliances are running (laundry, dishwasher, etc). Problem: the only audio out connector my TV has is optical. How could I connect a set of 3.5mm or 1.8mm headphones to this port? [more inside]
How to use LESS.js with Wordpress 3
How to integrate the less.js system correctly with Wordpress 3's raw "2010" template for local development? [more inside]
How to translate 'Let us go then, you and I' in Japanese
What is the better Japanese translation for the first line of "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock"? [more inside]
posted by Spanner Nic at 7:12 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Spanner Nic at 7:12 AM PST - 5 comments
Will my son get a lot of use from a Kindle?
My soon to be 12 year old is hankering for a Kindle as his only gift this year. He's responsible with his electronics and takes extremely good care of them. I have no hesitation on that end.
Are there many free books for teens (he's a very avid and advanced reader). Also, with the way he goes through books, I just wonder how much I'll end up spending.
Anyone have any experience with their children and a Kindle?
Oh...and the libraries in my sleepy town haven't caught up with this technology, so that's not an option.
Thanks!
posted by littleflowers at 7:02 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by littleflowers at 7:02 AM PST - 34 comments
From Point to Polygon
I want to learn 3d modeling but from a vector standpoint (if possible). Needs to be OSX compatible. [more inside]
Let it flow
I'd like to use rap to get some kids into writing / performing. [more inside]
posted by nicolin at 6:44 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by nicolin at 6:44 AM PST - 4 comments
I was allergic to cats but now I'm not. Why not?
Once upon a time I was very allergic to cats, but this appears to have gone away. My dog allergy has stuck around though. What mechanism is likely at work for an allergy to simply disappear? Will it come back?
Can haz AED?
How do you really get a grant to purchase an automated external defibrillator (AED)? [more inside]
How to locate Pantone colours in the chromaticity diagram?
Is "Pantone 3135 cv" outside the RGB colour space? Or: How can I find a Pantone colour in the CIE 1931 chromaticity diagram? [more inside]
Screamin' Holiday Music
ChristmasMusicFilter: Screamin' trumpet jazz holiday music? [more inside]
Follow the power lines
Identify a post-apocalyptic sci-fi novel for me - the only thing I remember about it is the hero(ine?) following the rusting stumps of electricity pylons through a bleak, post-apocalyptic (nuclear?) landscape. [more inside]
Looking for automated camera
Can anyone recommend a camera that I can mount to a wall or ceiling that will follow an instructor automatically? [more inside]
All three would be best of all...
Odd-request filter: I'm looking for films, novels, comics, stories, songs or art that feature at least two of the following three things: Pirates, Love Stories, the South West of England. Any thoughts?
posted by greytape at 4:35 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by greytape at 4:35 AM PST - 25 comments
Dear god what is this.
This html/css problem has been driving me crazy: in IE, URLs that are coded: <a href="http://www.ecaa.ee/?">www.ecaa.ee</a> are rendered on screen as 'http://www.ecaa.ee/' but as you can see the http is not in the label. Similarly, mailto: links have the 'mailto:' rendered in front of them even though this only appears in the href attribute. It only happens with the associated stylesheet, not if I view the non-styled html doc in IE. It does not happen in any other browser. [more inside]
posted by Skyanth at 3:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Skyanth at 3:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Gift-wrapping inspiration
What are your favourite ways to gift-wrap lots of small, irregular items into one package? [more inside]
Bedford to Solihull on Christmas via public transport?
I need to get from Bedford to Solihull near Birmingham, UK, on Christmas Day, ideally via public transport. I have no idea if this is possible but it's looking like it might not be. Help! [more inside]
December 6
Transferring Small Amount of Money from US to Germany
How to send 8.62 EUR to German bank account from the US, with minimal fees? [more inside]
posted by that possible maker of pork sausages at 11:59 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by that possible maker of pork sausages at 11:59 PM PST - 4 comments
Why is Amazon crazy
Why is Amazon's web design so chaotic? [more inside]
Sometimes It's Sweet. Sometimes It's Sour!
What is going on here??? [more inside]
What do you mean I have to make eye contact?
Presentation filter: How bad is reading, really? [more inside]
Post Quarter Life Crisis....now what?
Is it normal to WANT to be single for a long time or am I [subconsciously] still hurt over a breakup? [more inside]
Can ear wax removal cause tinnitus?
Can an ENT-administered ear wax removal cause tinnitus? [more inside]
The IT Crowd of One Vs. the EF'ing Martha Mommies
Introverted thinking moms, would you please share your tips and practical strategies for navigating the shoals of extroverted, feeling-driven motherhood norms? [more inside]
posted by MonkeyToes at 9:50 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by MonkeyToes at 9:50 PM PST - 25 comments
Ia!
Some friends and I are going to be playing Arkham Horror this Friday. None of us has ever played before. What advice can you give to a bunch of first-timers? [more inside]
How can I effectively re-socialize an African pygmy hedgehog?
[TraumatizedHedgehogFilter] How can I effectively re-socialize an African pygmy hedgehog? [more inside]
posted by sarastro at 9:35 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sarastro at 9:35 PM PST - 7 comments
Help! I’m Crushed-Out!
I would like to pitch woo to (at?) the boyfriend this holiday season. And I would love your suggestions. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 9:23 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by anonymous at 9:23 PM PST - 22 comments
Where to buy bandes dessinées online?
Where can I buy French-language European comics online? [more inside]
Are pet safe deicers a sham?
Are "pet safe" ice melting products a scam? Are they effective? Worth the price? [more inside]
What can I listen to on xmas that won't make my secular ears wilt?
Looking for Radio Humbug: On every major holiday, but most especially Christmas, I'm annoyed that the radio broadcasts I habitually listen to--mostly NPR, BBC world service--are overtaken by special holiday content, which is usually religious and sappy. Can anyone recommend a radio station to listen to on internet stream on these holidays (talk, not music) that will present news, interviews, documentaries and the like? I could do podcasts, but I much prefer live streaming. Necessarily in English. Most any sort of content or geographic focus would be of interest, so long as there's no shouting, minimal or no religion, no political extremism.
Well-written adult graphic novels?
Are there any good (as in, engaging and quite possibly well-written) erotic adult graphic novels? [more inside]
The Joys of International Freelancing?
I am US citizen, and the sole proprietor of a business offering software development and consulting services -- in other words, I'm a freelancer. However, I'm a bit of a nomad at the moment, doing a lot of international travel for pleasure, and am gradually picking up clients from first-world nations (UK, Canada, NZ, Australia). I'm curious about the legality (at a broad level, you are not my lawyer) of me working on my freelance tasks as I move around on non-work visas, especially when I may find myself in a country where I currently have an active client. [more inside]
...Whoa, this is way better than "Silver Bells."
I've fallen in love with a couple songs off Sting's If On A Winter's Night... Anyone know of other seasonal music like this? [more inside]
Can I go to Carnegie with this piece?
Do you think this Ginastera piece played perfectly (by a high school junior) could merit a trip to Carnegie Hall? [more inside]
Can I move to Canada if my boyfriend is offered a job there?
My boyfriend was recently laid-off from his job in a competitive industry where companies are concentrated in certain areas -- he can't find another job in the industry just anywhere. He is looking for a new job in the industry. We (both US citizens) plan to go together to whatever place he finds a job, and there are a good number of opportunities in Canada (relatively speaking), so we are trying to decide if he should apply for jobs there. If he were hired by a Canadian company, would I be able to move with him there, and work after a certain amount of time? [more inside]
posted by imalaowai at 7:37 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by imalaowai at 7:37 PM PST - 10 comments
Trust me, I know what's good for you?
Someone I know is depressed. The Christmas present she'd probably love isn't the one that would 'help' her the most. Which is better? [more inside]
posted by analog at 7:29 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by analog at 7:29 PM PST - 25 comments
Fix moldy/stained wood counter top?
Did I just ruin my kitchen wood block counter top thanks to moisture/mold/poor use of cleaning products? [more inside]
This American Life Episode?
I can't remember the name of a This American Life episode and I've tried a variety of searches on their site to no avail.
There was a segment about a girl whose family had no interest in her going to college. They wanted her to stay at home, get married and buy a home. She had been tops in her class in public school in the city (Chicago?) and wanted to go to college but then went to got there and was completely overwhelmed.
I've been searching for two days and I just can't remember the episode. HELP!
posted by yfatah at 7:06 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by yfatah at 7:06 PM PST - 5 comments
dating profile curiosity.
why would someone log in to an online dating website multiple times a day when their profile is mostly empty, besides age, sex, etc. and a picture of themselves?
70s/80s sitcom landmarks in New York City?
I'm headed to New York City soon and would like to visit some landmarks from 70s or 80s TV shows (with a preference toward sitcoms). I tried (unsuccessfully) to hunt down the front door from "The Cosby Show" -- what else can I look for?
posted by laze at 6:54 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by laze at 6:54 PM PST - 12 comments
Why does my postal carrier use such a small personal vehicle?
[Government Service Flame Filter] My postal carrier uses their own vehicle, which is a small old Ford Ranger and only puts the mail in the cab, sometimes I don't get mail until 7:30 or 8 p.m., why would they do this, is there some sort of benefit? [more inside]
posted by dolemite01 at 6:48 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dolemite01 at 6:48 PM PST - 12 comments
Have bagel, will travel.
Friend in India has a craving for a good New York bagel + cream cheese. What's the best way to bring them over from the US in carry-on or check-in luggage to maintain freshness? [more inside]
Is There a Guidebook for Being a Swiss Expat in the United States?
Please recommend a guidebook for a Swiss person moving to the United States. [more inside]
posted by Xalf at 6:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Xalf at 6:00 PM PST - 4 comments
The gift that keeps not giving
What have you given to (or done for) friends and family as an alternative to standard christmas gifts? [more inside]
Winterproofing Blunnies
How should I prepare my Blundstones for winter in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by mendel at 5:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mendel at 5:39 PM PST - 6 comments
How can I compare the text in two excel cells for common terms?
How can I compare the text in two excel cells for common terms? [more inside]
I'm worried about talking too much/too little with customers.
Is there a general guideline for an acceptable length of time to chat with customers if you're a cashier, desk-person, etc? How do you politely make sure you don't talk for too long? [more inside]
posted by biochemist at 5:37 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by biochemist at 5:37 PM PST - 10 comments
Straight A for the Lit. Majors
How to Get Straight-A in Literature Classes? [more inside]
posted by easilyconfused at 5:28 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by easilyconfused at 5:28 PM PST - 28 comments
Is the Nook Color the hacker dream it's made out to be?
Is a Barnes & Noble Nook Color, when properly rooted, usable as a day-to-day Android tablet? [more inside]
My dog doesn't speak dog.
How can I tell if my dog is having fun? [more inside]
posted by r_nebblesworthII at 5:10 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by r_nebblesworthII at 5:10 PM PST - 8 comments
I need pants that fit, please.
I need some help finding women's pants/jeans that fit me. [more inside]
Help me find a hobby!
I am looking for a creative hobby. I get home from work, maybe go to the gym, cook, and then am free for about 3 hours. I want to do something creative or with my hands, but that doesn't take too much intense skill or learning. I already knit, but sort of knitted myself out and want something else. I used to make jewelry which was really fun, and something along those lines could work. Any ideas?
what just went ka-bing on my stove?
What just went ka-bing on my stove? I was just cooking pancakes on the stove. The oven was also on at 300 degrees, to keep the pancakes warm as they came off the griddle. The overhead bonnet light was on as well.
Suddenly there was a strange flash. It happened in such a fraction of a second that I cannot tell you where it was from. It was like a tiny red sparking mini-explosion -- somewhere! I turned off the stove -- and could NOT turn off the light on the bonnet! [more inside]
posted by keener_sounds at 4:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by keener_sounds at 4:51 PM PST - 9 comments
What do I need to know about selling my laptop to a guy in Poland?
I just sold my laptop on eBay... my first eBay sale. The buyer was in Poland. I've never shipped anything internationally. Looks like I can ship the package for about $40. It also looks like this sale might require someone to pay a Value Added Tax or import tax of some kind. What do I need to know about how this works? Do I pay or does he? Anything I should consider in the course of this sale?
How do I keep my cat from dropping his toys into the toilet so he can fish them out?
My cat recently started entertaining himself by putting his toys in the toilet. How do I make him stop? [more inside]
Can I sneak a cat onto a train or what?
My fantasy of merrily heading home on the train for Christmas with a cat carrier in hand is not working out. How do I transport my cat a few hours into the middle of nowhere if I'm too scared to drive that far alone? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 3:56 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by anonymous at 3:56 PM PST - 27 comments
lsat logic games desperate please help!!!
Logic games on LSAT- what is happening??? [more inside]
posted by saraindc at 3:48 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by saraindc at 3:48 PM PST - 14 comments
How to be an (art) autodidact
Looking for general advice, tips, personal anecdotes, etc from autodidacts (or anyone else) about learning a complex craft/set of skills on your own. (details on the particular discipline inside) [more inside]
Help me invent my own bread recipes!
I'll go ahead and call myself an experienced breadmaker. Now, I want to invent my own recipes. What should I keep in mind? [more inside]
posted by ORthey at 3:38 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ORthey at 3:38 PM PST - 9 comments
I prefer Oregano and Red Pepper
What free condiments are available at your local pizzeria? [more inside]
posted by soy_renfield at 3:28 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by soy_renfield at 3:28 PM PST - 29 comments
How to count a cribbage hand.
Counting-Filter: A friend once asked me how many points the entire 52-card deck is worth in the game of Cribbage...not that you could actually be dealt the whole deck, but just a curiosity. [more inside]
posted by klausman at 3:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by klausman at 3:16 PM PST - 5 comments
Creating a mini-secret passage for my TV
Advice in making a spinning wall-mounted tv. I have this vision for mounting my 42" flat screen tv on a rotatable wall, so that you could push the wall in and the tv would rotate around into the other room. Kind of like the secret passages in cartoons where the whole fireplace turns around or something. I am finishing my basement so I am essentially starting from scratch. How could I do this? [more inside]
posted by pithy comment at 2:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by pithy comment at 2:33 PM PST - 12 comments
Ok, I'll stop. Now leave me alone.
YANML. Please help me find a lawyer to resolve a subpoena sent to my ISP, and give me an idea of what to expect from this situation. [more inside]
Help with erectile dysfunction
My partner (I'm female, he's male), has difficulty maintaining an erection during intercourse. He has gone to a urologist and was given a prescription for 100 mg of Viagra, which did not cure the situation. He has ADHD and depression and takes Adderall and an antidepressant. [more inside]
posted by Sal and Richard at 2:12 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Sal and Richard at 2:12 PM PST - 28 comments
Yet another what laptop question!
What laptop should I get? Gaming, web design, films, Ableton, under 600 quid, not a mac. [more inside]
What Would Jeff Spurgeon do?
I'm looking for the best stand-alone streaming audio player with has a dead-simple interface, will play WQXR's webstream, and, really, really, a dead-simple grandparent-compliant interface. [more inside]
What is Free Translator by the Books based on?
The Books have a song called "Free Translator" (YouTube link) in which the somewhat nonsensical lyrics started out as a "very well known folk song", but were passed through free web translators again and again until they became something completely different. Does anyone know/can anyone figure out what the original song was? It will be harder than it sounds. The answer does not appear to be on the internet yet...
posted by PercussivePaul at 1:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by PercussivePaul at 1:49 PM PST - 13 comments
I don't think light bulbs compress that way...
How do I replace this recessed light bulb? [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 1:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by disillusioned at 1:29 PM PST - 14 comments
HIT: I'm in - but it costs so damn much!
I was just accepted to part-time masters program that is directly related to my current career path. I'm excited, but the price is making me reconsider. Help me deal with snowflaky grad school sticker shock. [more inside]
What's the difference between private ambulances and fire dept. ambulance crews (aside from who handles their payroll)?
What's the difference between ambulances? When I dial 911 for a medical emergency, is it always Fire Dept. paramedic crew that responds? What do the other ambulances do? [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath at 1:16 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by scaryblackdeath at 1:16 PM PST - 15 comments
This little blue dot is you and that little red dot is me.
Are there any good Android apps for connected couples? [more inside]
posted by snapped at 12:15 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by snapped at 12:15 PM PST - 15 comments
Should I merge our Facebook Fan Page to a Places Page?
Pros and Cons of merging our organization's Facebook fan page with our Facebook Places page? [more inside]
Those heathen kids an' their interweb box
I'm looking for all of the band-oriented sites you know of-- streaming and/or download & sell. Perfect examples: bandcamp, purevolume, reverbnation, thesixtyone. [more inside]
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Italian Journalism Salary
What is the average salary of a journalist in Italy?
If it matters, specifically in technology or IT.
Needing help from the super thrifty!
Is our financial/academic plan even possible? [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 12:03 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Tarumba at 12:03 PM PST - 25 comments
Forced vacation, not what I wanted, forced vacation, unhappy to get away
My company is forcing me to take four vacation days before the end of the year. This worries me. How worried should I be? [more inside]
Appealing Apps?
How to entertain a hospital patient with an iPhone? [more inside]
Help me throw myself a birthday party in NYC
I think I want to throw myself a 30th birthday party in NYC next month. Help me find the perfect venue. [more inside]
posted by miskatonic at 11:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by miskatonic at 11:16 AM PST - 12 comments
Wiggly, jiggly, boozey fun, no bones involved.
I want to make vegan jello/jelly shots for an upcoming party. I am not vegan, have never made regular jello shots, and have never used agar. Please advise. [more inside]
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 10:54 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 10:54 AM PST - 26 comments
How does one search old comic books for minor themes?
Deep Searching Old Comics for Research in the Humanities: How does one search old comic books for something that may amount to set-dressing? I'm looking for depictions of public housing projects in U.S. comics from 1950 – 1980. What tools or approaches can you recommend? [more inside]
BDSM in Battery Park?
CraigslistCasualEncountersw4mNYCfilter: what's with Battery Park? [more inside]
How can I gain the best interest on my money while still accessing it?
I have been fortunate enough to unexpectedly inherit £35,000 from a relative who died prematurely. What should I do with it? Caveats inside. [more inside]
BBQ Party Planning 101.
Backyard BBQ Planning 101. My fiance and I are set on having a backyard BBQ for our reception. We want it to have that good old fashioned family BBQ feel (everyone serves themselves, cooks when they want, horseshoes, croquet, and no stuffy formality). Plus we met at a BBQ so it makes sense. I need to know everything we need to think of before pulling the trigger and sending out our invites. Deets and budget inside... [more inside]
Mr. Sandman, bring me some more appropriate songs about slumber
What are some great songs about sleep? [more inside]
Early to rise makes a cranky space_cookie crankier
Real alarm goes off @ 6:30 am. Alarm in my head goes off @ 4:30 am. What gives? [more inside]
Setting up new AT&T Internet service
Please help me avoid calling AT&T tech support. Question about setting up modem for new Internet-only service from AT&T. [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 9:57 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 9:57 AM PST - 23 comments
On Facebook, you can be friend or strangers, no acquaintances or colleagues or jilted fiancees allowed
Back during orientation, the (US Midwest) university told us to be explicitly ask permission during sexual encounters (e.g., "may I kiss you?"). This is not how I was given to understand things worked among young Americans. Have people actually done this? How did it work out?
And, for the women: would you feel less comfortable answering the question than, say, letting the guy go for it and turning your cheek? [more inside]
Book Identification: Cyberpunk VR Read/Write?
SF book filter: cyberpunk novel in which a virtual-reality programmer discovers a way to make nerve-induction interfaces write thoughts and feelings to the brain, in addition to merely manipulating sensory perceptions. Powers that be do not like, hilarity ensues... [more inside]
picking your brain about iPhone matters
iPhone Filter: Now that my ol' flip phone is dying, I've decided to take the plunge this holiday season…. [more inside]
Financial management software wanted
Looking for free budgeting software. There are certain things I must have. Patience for doing my own research on this is obviously not one of them. [more inside]
Help me figure out whether I should ask for a raise.
How do I make sure I don't get screwed salary-wise when a new person gets hired? [more inside]
Is it time for me to dissolve this marriage, & what should I expect the implications will be on my 10 and 12 yr old sons?
"I've changed, now you need to change too."
The end of this month marks my 20th wedding anniversary. I think however it's time for me to initiate the dissolution of this marriage.
I have two children (boys, 10 and 12), and am concerned about the possible effects of this, at this time, on them.
Cue the snowflakes. [more inside]
Get me out of these Eccos!
Please recommend shops where I can purchase good quality men's dress shoes for about $500 in NYC. [more inside]
Sorry, sweetheart, but it's not as interesting as SLEEPING.
Why does my cat insist on me watching him eat? [more inside]
posted by custard heart at 9:24 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by custard heart at 9:24 AM PST - 26 comments
Beer Me!
Help me become a beer connoisseur, and help me find good places to shop for them on the East Coast (US) please. [more inside]
posted by mreleganza at 9:15 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by mreleganza at 9:15 AM PST - 34 comments
Philosophy Filter: We act as if there is an objective reality, so why not assume that there is?
We act as if there is an objective reality, so why not assume that there is? I am looking for the philosophical theory that basically states "yah, I know everyone has different perceptions of reality and that our perceptions can deceive us, but most of us believe and act as if there is a shared objective reality (so there probably is one.) Can anyone recommend a simple text/author that might describe this?
Interesting Google Timeline
I am trying to figure out how to get to this timeline part of Google (in this example, it is following the space program) from the Google main page. I originally got this page from a previous mefite's cool post about history of rock and roll and plugged in my own terms. I tried getting to this point from the homepage....when I type in "Google Timeline" it gives me a timeline to search newspapers. If anyone has wisdom, let me know. I really like this tool but want to explain to others how to get to this page rather than have them plug and play from my link. Thanks!
posted by snap_dragon at 8:57 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 8:57 AM PST - 7 comments
TSA vs. cold toes
Will air-activated toe warmers in checked baggage trigger a TSA alert? [more inside]
posted by holgate at 8:50 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by holgate at 8:50 AM PST - 11 comments
A random thing, by any other name, would smell just as sweet?
What else can I get permanently named for someone as a gift? [more inside]
Befuddled by possible fraud
Mysterious shipment and possible fraud - would appreciate advice! [more inside]
posted by artemisia at 8:36 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by artemisia at 8:36 AM PST - 10 comments
Unsecured Startup Loans: Do they really exist?
Unsecured Startup Loans: Do they really exist? [more inside]
help me be a good doggy parent
woof! new puppy help! i want to be a good doggy parent! helpful books/websites? [more inside]
posted by anya32 at 8:26 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by anya32 at 8:26 AM PST - 23 comments
A technological solution for unsavvy editors
Looking for a good sort of "hack" to help us input information onto our online platform. Is there an easy way to set up a script to automatically click a few buttons and enter information into fields? [more inside]
posted by mammary16 at 8:24 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by mammary16 at 8:24 AM PST - 11 comments
How can I reformat some rows into columns in Excel?
How can I reformat some rows into columns in Excel? [more inside]
posted by teg at 8:16 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by teg at 8:16 AM PST - 14 comments
Which world atlas has the most beautiful cartography?
Which world atlas has the most beautiful cartography? [more inside]
How to deal with professional burnout
I have been suffering a chronic illness, including dizziness, indigestion, and severe depression resulting from overwork.
I have been seeing a doctor for over 2 years now, but to no avail.
Has anyone had a similar experience, and recovered?
Any kind of advice will be appreciated! [more inside]
posted by rawwell at 7:49 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by rawwell at 7:49 AM PST - 21 comments
Favorite massage products?
Tell me your favorite products to have around the house for massaging your partner. Oils, candles, sheets, music, etc. [more inside]
Virtual melon squeezing, please.
Will using zest from soft, 10 day old lemons ruin limoncello? [more inside]
posted by shopefowler at 7:31 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by shopefowler at 7:31 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for iphone apps that help change behavior
I'm looking for an app for my Ipod Touch that replicates the function of the Motivaider, a portable, repeating, vibrating alarm that reminds you to do stuff like sit up straight, take a calming breath, or whatever. It's ok if the app has an audible alarm instead of vibrating. Links to any other behavioral modification apps are appreciated.
posted by mecran01 at 7:28 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by mecran01 at 7:28 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me hire a web designer
I need some advice about hiring someone to build our very small web site. [more inside]
posted by about_time at 6:39 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by about_time at 6:39 AM PST - 13 comments
Snowblower recommendations and advice?
I live in upstate New York. I need to buy a new snowblower and I'm looking for recommendations. It appears that nearly every snowblower, regardless of the brand, is now made by MTD and I have some serious concerns about their quality because of the large number of plastic parts and the thin metal they use. I'd like to know if my concerns are valid and what brands are made by other manufacturers. I've heard that Honda makes a phenomenal snowblower but I'm not sure I can afford $3000 or more. [more inside]
Yet another iPad app recommendation filter
Just bought an iPad! What are some good iPad apps for a diligent student, such as myself? [more inside]
Empty middle, awesome all around
Going to San Francisco for three days and want to try the best vegan doughnuts money can buy. [more inside]
What are these alien-looking lower Hudson flora/fauna?
While walking beside the Hudson in Poughkeepsie last July, I noticed that the ground was littered with these spiky, alien-looking black "shells." They're mostly hollow, and have a "wingspan" of about 1-1/2 inches. What on earth are they?
posted by ROTFL at 4:03 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ROTFL at 4:03 AM PST - 15 comments
How do you let a friend know his wife is cheating?
How does someone *completely* anonymously and seemingly randomly let a good friend know that his wife is cheating on him? It must come about in a way that seems more like plain bad luck rather than that she was ratted out... [more inside]
Fun Q&A sites?
Are there are any sites which feature a variety of curious science or technology posts. structured as puzzling questions which are followed by answers? Inspired by this Gizmodo post. [more inside]
Places to buy La Tisanière's "Nuit Calme" infusion from the USA.
Places to buy La Tisanière's "Nuit Calme" infusion from the USA. [more inside]
posted by pantufla_milagrosa at 12:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by pantufla_milagrosa at 12:15 AM PST - 4 comments
December 5
Help me reign this talker in so I can get to know him better.
We all hear about too little communication during dating and a relationship. How about the reverse? Help me assert my need for less communication in a new friendship/potential relationship. [more inside]
What are some easy alphabets to learn?
What are some alphabets or writing systems (besides Greek or Cyrillic) that are really easy for a native English speaker to learn?
My next question will be more interesting, I promise.
What does "for sale in one line" and a "gross" quote for lease rental mean in the context of Australia's real estate market? [more inside]
posted by aherdofturtles at 10:21 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by aherdofturtles at 10:21 PM PST - 9 comments
Is my vitamin regimen the right one?
YANMDfilter: Can too many vitamins / supplements be a bad thing? Am I even taking the right ones? [more inside]
Resources for beginning lyricists
Resources for beginning songwriters and lyricists (that would make kickass Xmas presents?) [more inside]
Windows not booting up after hardware change.
I have a problem with Windows 7 startup after I made some hardware changes. The computer won't boot automatically and I'm hoping for some suggestions. [more inside]
posted by Mokusatsu at 8:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mokusatsu at 8:57 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the best way to identify these songs?
I've got 10 or so electronica mp3's I imported into iTunes off an unlabeled CD. What's the best way to identify the song title and artist? [more inside]
posted by boghead at 8:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by boghead at 8:11 PM PST - 10 comments
Deprivation does terrible things.
Suffering through the great midwest Comcast outage of late 2010. What ill may come of this? [more inside]
posted by thusspakeparanoia at 7:49 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by thusspakeparanoia at 7:49 PM PST - 14 comments
DEADLINES!!!!
Missed a deadline (and the late deadline) for a major term paper, help? [more inside]
How Do Adult Children Stay Close To Their Parents?
When I lived at home before college, I had a close bond with my parents and sibling. Over the years we have grown apart. How do you maintain close connections with family that lives far away? [more inside]
Why not anarchy?
What would happen if society, especially American society, were to lapse into anarchy? [more inside]
What do with one Monday afternoon (tomorrow) in Buffalo?
What do with one Monday afternoon/early evening (tomorrow) in Buffalo? [more inside]
posted by JohnBlaze at 7:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by JohnBlaze at 7:44 PM PST - 3 comments
Is that a remote in your pocket or is she just happy to see me?
SexToyFilter: The GF and I both share a fantasy that requires a quality, wireless remote controlled [external] vibrator. Can you suggest a specific toy? Or a website with either professional reviews or thoughtful customer reviews? [NSFW details inside.] [more inside]
posted by Around Tokyo at 7:06 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Around Tokyo at 7:06 PM PST - 14 comments
News about any and all countries?
What, if any, English-speaking website will give me news about all of the world's nations? [more inside]
posted by reductiondesign at 6:42 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by reductiondesign at 6:42 PM PST - 16 comments
Amazing
I'm looking for high-resolution cover art from Golden Age pulp science fiction magazines that's definitely in the public domain. [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 6:41 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by gerryblog at 6:41 PM PST - 3 comments
God? Or god?
Are there official grammatical rules about the capitalization of the words "god", "lord" etc. when referring specifically to Christianity (or any specific faith)? [more inside]
posted by Carlotta Bananas at 6:37 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Carlotta Bananas at 6:37 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me find the name of a noodle dish I had in China
Help me find the name of a noodle dish I had in China [more inside]
Power steering leak
I have a leak in my power steering system. In fact the power steering fluid all leaks out within about 10 mins of me pouring a bottle in the reservoir.
Since this started (ie very heavy steering) I've driven about 16 miles over the last few days.
My question is: how much damage could this do if I continue to delay having it fixed? Will the pump burn out? Or something else? Could I lose the ability to steer the car completely?
It's a ten year old Hyundai.
Thanks car buffs.
Now that we don't need books...
Now that we don't need books...objects or ideas that remain with us after their primary utilitarian function has passed. [more inside]
How do I more easily keep track of job changes using LinkedIn?
LINKEDIN POWER USER TIP: How do I easily find out when someone changes jobs using LinkedIn? [more inside]
posted by zooropa at 5:30 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by zooropa at 5:30 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I covercome my need for a large amount of personal space while sleeping?
My boyfriend and I are moving in together! But I have trouble falling asleep when I'm sharing a bed and can barely do it four nights a week. How am I going to upgrade to seven nights a week? Please give me your suggestions! [more inside]
Halp!
Vnc Mac PC Question. I'm trying to setup a VNC connection that allows a windows box to screenshare a mac desktop, but I'm having issues and all the how-tos online assume you're behind a router. Any help would be appreciated. [more inside]
posted by edbles at 4:34 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by edbles at 4:34 PM PST - 14 comments
Materials for Making Hemp Rope
Which hemp twine to use for making (laid) hemp rope? Where do I get it? [more inside]
How is changing your Facebook profile picture going to prevent child abuse?!
I'm annoyed by the "change your Facebook profile picture to a cartoon character" idea. What snarky or clever message/profile picture should I post instead? [more inside]
posted by kat518 at 4:11 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by kat518 at 4:11 PM PST - 41 comments
Any you boys see an aircraft carrier round here?
I need suggestions for places to land in Florida and the Southern States... [more inside]
15 short days...
Falling for someone that is leaving... in 15 days... should I tell them? I am not even sure if the feelings are reciprocal. If you have advice for the foolish and insecure, please see the ridiculous bean-plating that follows... [more inside]
Ubuntu > Hotel router
Hotel WiFi - Why is Ubuntu getting much better bandwidth than Windows? [more inside]
posted by Esefa at 3:24 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Esefa at 3:24 PM PST - 30 comments
Kitty folks!
Brazil [Aracaju] filter: Best places and prices for dry cat food, 2 ex-pats new to country there right now and they are on a budget and need to find a source. Small stores only seem to have high priced editions.
name that wordplay
Is there a name for the type of wordplay where phrases are strung along by overlapping the ones preceding them? [more inside]
posted by eddydamascene at 3:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by eddydamascene at 3:19 PM PST - 11 comments
I can't remember what I don't know
Middle school/young adult novels set in Quebec? [more inside]
English to Chinese Translation Ap
Recommendations for best English - Chinese dictionary or translator apps for iphone, or best electronic or paper dictionaries? [more inside]
hurt her heart
What is my post-breakup jerk quotient? [more inside]
Ads Without Products
I thought I might try crowdsourcing a bit of knowledge. I have a rather elaborate question about the history of advertising and I'm at a bit of a loss where to even start looking. The short version: what is the history of ads that make no mention of the products? [more inside]
posted by outlandishmarxist at 2:16 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by outlandishmarxist at 2:16 PM PST - 29 comments
The Vagaries of Dental Insurance
What a couple to do for dental coverage? [more inside]
posted by Mertonian at 2:05 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Mertonian at 2:05 PM PST - 2 comments
Is this really a "compromise?"
Compromise in relationships, specifically in regard to living arrangements when you have two people, each at a different point in his/her life: Is this even a compromise? [more inside]
posted by overyourhead at 1:59 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by overyourhead at 1:59 PM PST - 46 comments
How do would you open this lock?
Customized Deals/Coupons Alerts, Does It Exist?
Are there any sites that offer customized deal/coupon alerts/emails/RSS feeds based on categories or stores/brands that I like? [more inside]
In the year 4000...
I'm looking for good movies set in the future, especially the far future. Dystopian, post-apocalyptic or neither. Actually, especially neither, but no magic. I'm looking for interesting speculations on what happens by the year 2XXX, or 10,000, or whenever.
Is a specialised drawer under the kitchen sink for garbage & recycling bins a good idea?
TrashFilter: Is a specialised drawer under the kitchen sink for garbage & recycling bins a good idea? [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas at 1:35 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by UbuRoivas at 1:35 PM PST - 18 comments
Which mountain would you recommend for a beginner?
A friend and I want to climb a mountain, ideally inside Europe. Only question, which one? Advice for beginners much appreciated! [more inside]
slow like the post office - help me POP my gmail more quickly
Help me POP in the rest of my gmail and figure out what the bottleneck is, please. [more inside]
posted by jessamyn at 1:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jessamyn at 1:29 PM PST - 6 comments
Work in Progress
Can you recommend any blogs by writers, academics, or researchers who blog throughout their research and writing process?
help me get away from it all
Help me retreat from NYC. Where can I get away from it all next weekend -- and go somewhere without wifi and or cell reception? [more inside]
Are meaningful relationships the meaning of life?
Do most people feel the need for permanent, intense connections with other people? Am I abnormal in my need? [more inside]
What things are better when they're worse?
I realized recently that I prefer licorice when it's gone so stale it's almost rock-hard, and similarly I also would much rather eat dry, horribly overcooked turkey than a properly-cooked, moist bird. I think pristine new leather on bags or furniture looks ugly, and prefer it when it's battered and beaten up. I understand and appreciate the qualities that makes the "good" versions of these things good, but they just don't dovetail with my subjective experience. What are some other things that are better when they're worse?
How to upgrade in-car navigation system?
How to upgrade in-car navigation system? We have a 2008 Toyota Landcruiser which came with in-built satnav. An upgrade disc here in New Zealand will cost $800!! This seems like a ridiculous rip-off. You could buy half of the roads in New Zealand for less than $800 ;-) Does anyone know how to upgrade in-car nav systems? My parents had the same problem with their old Jaguar...
NYC Last Minute Hotel
I am at JFK waiting to fly to Bermuda. Most likely, my flight is going to be cancelled due to weather in Bermuda. In the event my flight does get cancelled, what is the best thing to do regarding finding a room for the night that isn't going to be dodgy? I have had a look at rates in Manhattan and even something as simple as the Courtyard Marriott on 3rd is going for $450 a night. Should I stay near the airport? If so, where? Do I have any leverage on such short notice? Can I just call the hotel, and say 'Hey, I need a room, if its not you, its gonna be someone else. What's the best rate you can give me?' Help me find a decent place to stay and not pay an arm and a leg in NYC.
full body cleanse detox
I have two weeks off for christmas and I would like to use that time to do a very effective liver, colon, kidney cleanse. Can someone please give me a detailed plan including which order to do the cleanses; I've heard to do kidneys before liver so you can properly flush. I'm interested in what my meals should look like (juice fast, master cleanse, raw foods) as well as what supplements are helpful to expel crap from my guts. My goal is not weightloss. I tend to breakout in rashes after meals and I plan to slowly reintroduce foods after the cleanse to gauge what foods I have negative reactions to. It might be relevant to mention that I eat fish and eggs and cheese but no other animal products. Thanks for all your help.
Do periods go for longer than a week?
YANMDfilter: My period is over...or is it? (NSFW - TMI grossness within.) [more inside]
In relationships, can a slow start ever really pick up speed?
To those of you in love: can it ever grow from hesitancy into the real deal? Or does it need to be BAM: we're mad about each other? [more inside]
posted by oneaday at 12:10 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by oneaday at 12:10 PM PST - 17 comments
How do I get to Hawaii often and cheaply?
One of my favorite people is moving to Honolulu for a few years, and I would like to visit (from NYC) often and cheaply. Are there any Hawaii-specific frequent travel hacks/tips I should know about, beyond setting up a few price alerts? Are there any frequent flyer programs that would be particularly rewarding in this situation?
Buy a TV before or after Xmas?
Holiday sales or post-holiday sales: when should I buy my new TV? [more inside]
posted by musofire at 11:59 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by musofire at 11:59 AM PST - 2 comments
Using Excel as a Database
Database software that is as flexible as Excel? [more inside]
posted by coffeefilter at 11:47 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by coffeefilter at 11:47 AM PST - 12 comments
What is this chinese tea and how can I replace it?
Help me identify this style of chinese tea. [more inside]
Splitting the rent
How do I split the bill with family members when renting a holiday house? [more inside]
Hubby must have new red wii! Please hope me!
Looking to buy a Wii: levels of difficulty- Ships to Canada, takes paypal, would prefer to buy the red limited edition with a copy of super mario bros. [more inside]
posted by sunshinesky at 11:24 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by sunshinesky at 11:24 AM PST - 9 comments
Give me the boot, or al least a place I can buy it...
Stripper shoes / stripper clothes stores in or between Akron, OH - Columbus, OH - Indianapolis, IN? Bonus, along or near I-70 or I-71. [more inside]
Creative Uses for Silica Gel Beyond Its Purpose as a Desiccant
What crafty or creative things can be done with silica gel that have nothing to do with its original intended purpose as a desiccant (a.k.a. reducing moisture)? [more inside]
Goodbye to All That
Please tell me your stories of running away from it all, going home again, and all those impossible things: the bits that tripped you up, the ways it did work out after all, etc. I am exploring the possibility of doing just that and I can't decide if this is a jump worth taking or just crazy. [more inside]
Kanna, anyone?
I recently acquired some kanna (sceletium tortuosum, legal herb), 3g of 5:1 extract. What do I do with it?
Been chained up for the past year
How are obviously abandoned bicycles treated in New York City? [more inside]
posted by chengjih at 9:57 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by chengjih at 9:57 AM PST - 2 comments
A program that searches .tif files?
Is there a inexpensive or free way to search a mass quantity of .tif files for words or phrases within the documents? [more inside]
posted by readery at 9:40 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by readery at 9:40 AM PST - 7 comments
computer--router, router--internet, computer-x-internet
Router connects to internet. Computer connects wirelessly to router. Computer does not connect wirelessly to internet. [more inside]
Saying she's not interested without saying she's not interested?
Coworker-dating-rejections-filter: I can't, I'm busy with [specific plan] = I'm not interested? [more inside]
posted by J. Wilson at 9:03 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by J. Wilson at 9:03 AM PST - 26 comments
Need a new trimmer!
Hirsute man seeks quality beard trimmer to run across face sans guard. [more inside]
How to best give an e-gift card to someone in Austria?
What is the easiest way for someone in the US to give an online gift card to someone in Austria? [more inside]
How to pay for porn?
How to pay for porn? [more inside]
Larger, but inexpensive, bras in Toronto
Shopping filter (Toronto edition): Where in Toronto can you get unusually sized but relatively inexpensive bras? [more inside]
posted by jb at 8:07 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by jb at 8:07 AM PST - 10 comments
Tell me I'm not cheap!
Do you calculate your waiter's tip based on the pre-tax or the with-tax total? [more inside]
posted by just_ducky at 7:45 AM PST - 79 comments
posted by just_ducky at 7:45 AM PST - 79 comments
Where can I watch X-Factor live in London tonight?
Where can I watch live X-Factor results in London tonight? [more inside]
posted by Wilder at 7:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Wilder at 7:45 AM PST - 6 comments
Ask the Old House version of MeFi?
I've got a new-to-me old, old house and 1001 questions about how to fix it. I've found lots of great articles on old-house stuff, but I'm dying to find a site like Ask Metafilter, but specifically for old-house people--a place to ask and answer and discuss. Does such a thing exist?
Move along, nothing to see here.
There's a closed door in my new house that leads to the basement. My cat wants to get into the basement behind the door, but she's not allowed. So she sits outside the door and cries and cries. How can I get her to stop? [more inside]
How to send personalised mass emails
Sending mass-emails for a newsletter - simple way to 'mail merge' using first names and e-mail addresses and sending via SMTP? [more inside]
Best way to create a photo poll on Wordpress?
What's the easiest way to create a post/poll on a Wordpress.com hosted blog that will allow site visitors to vote on their favorite from ~15 photos? [more inside]
What did we do wrong in "double-glazing" our door?
The fake plastic double glazing we put over our kitchen door worked great for one day but then started to fall off. How can we do better when we replace it? [more inside]
Email triage for inactionable items
What's the best way to triage my e-mail and deal with the maybe/someday types of items?
My problem is this:
I often receive e-mails that are actionable but sometime in the future. Or I receive something that I would like to do perhaps someday in the future but, I just don't have the time for it now. Sometimes, I want to just mull it over for a few days. Then, there are some things that I probably should do and
sometimes even have to do by they will have to wait until later.
More at the jump... [more inside]
copenhagen to berlin - in a box bike
have you ridden the berlin to copenhagen bike trail?
how much is actually trail and how much is just the road?
how tough would it be to ride it with your daughter in the front of your christiania cargo trike? [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 4:14 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by compound eye at 4:14 AM PST - 8 comments
Truffle Science
Purpose of butter in truffle recipes and other truffle related questions. [more inside]
Nontraditional Investments, like solar cells
Nontraditional Investments: I've heard claims that purchasing solar cells can provide a better return on your investment than stocks. Assuming that's actually the case, what are some other investments that might warrant your money more than investing in the stock market?
My wife rekindles her old flame: crack-cocaine!
Need to end a 5 year marriage due to my wife's re-addiction to crack cocaine. We have 2 kids, 1 of them mentally disabled. I don't want custody. What am I looking at as far as alimony? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:18 AM PST - 54 comments
posted by anonymous at 1:18 AM PST - 54 comments
Calling all naval experts: how long will it take for a 1906 battleship traveling at 21 knots to go from London to Angola, Africa?
Calling all naval experts: how long will it take for a 1906 battleship traveling at 21 knots to go from London to Angola, Africa? [more inside]
posted by New England Cultist at 1:10 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by New England Cultist at 1:10 AM PST - 20 comments
TUF 12 walk out song
What song did Jonathan Brookins walk out to tonight on The Ultimate Fighter Season 12 finale?
posted by aceyim at 12:31 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by aceyim at 12:31 AM PST - 2 comments
Raw eggs!? How sick could I get?
Raw egg white shakes from my own chickens? Would I be safe or would I be playing Russion Roulette? [more inside]
posted by Octoparrot at 12:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Octoparrot at 12:23 AM PST - 14 comments
December 4
Why do cats love boxes and sinks?
Why do cats love boxes and sinks? [more inside]
Hello, my name is...
If you use different usernames for different websites, how do you keep track of it all? [more inside]
posted by fallsauce at 10:37 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by fallsauce at 10:37 PM PST - 24 comments
Fulfilling projects.
Give me more websites with the same concept as Art House Coop, The Present Group, or The Thing Quarterly. [more inside]
What are great graphic novels for kids?
I love reading comics with my 5-year-old daughter at bedtime, but we need some more series to read. What others should we read together? [more inside]
posted by nbergus at 9:00 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by nbergus at 9:00 PM PST - 34 comments
What shall we do with a drunken salmon early in the mornin'?
What simple, tasty things can I make with a large quantity of canned salmon that I bought at CostCo in a moment of fishy overenthusiasm?
Riddle me this. Credit card style.
Is the Fidelity Retirement Rewards card the right one for me? If not, which one is. [more inside]
The author seeks to obtain the advice of an unknown Other to advance the rhetorical domain of the self, such that greater clarity in discourse may be achieved.
I'm looking to read published academic essays or books that stand out for their excellent writing quality as much as for their content. Any and all subjects are welcome. So far, I've received recommendations for journalistic-style essays, which is not what I'm looking for. Thanks!
posted by waterandrock at 7:45 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by waterandrock at 7:45 PM PST - 19 comments
AskMe, where does unsweetened iced tea come from?
What brand, flavor, or style of tea bags can I use to make unsweetened iced tea like the tea they sell at McDonald's or most other restaurants? What most closely replicates that flavor? This thread has a bunch of good info on brewing the tea. There are also mentions of Lipton, Twinings, Assam, Bromley Estate pekoe tea, but do those mimic the taste? Wikipedia says black tea? Thanks in advance!
Getting Tea Down to a T
What one-gallon pitchers are hot water-safe? [more inside]
who is this band/song?
I feel silly that I can't figure out who this band is, because I've heard them a few places: female and male singer, she sounds sort of like Jolie Holland or Hurray for the Riff Raff. Lyric: chorus like " home, we're going home, home is where I want to be"? [more inside]
posted by oneirodynia at 7:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by oneirodynia at 7:21 PM PST - 6 comments
best man problems
Best man for my wedding is causing some problems. What's the best way to deal with the situation? [more inside]
posted by ljs30 at 7:16 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by ljs30 at 7:16 PM PST - 28 comments
Moving on from her
Changing your mindset. Understanding they weren't right for you. [more inside]
Lion and tiger and bear (meat), oh my! What can I do with it?
A local gourmet grocery carries some exotic meats. I would love to try some out, but I don't have a clue how. What are your best recipes for weird (for your average American) meats? [more inside]
posted by olinerd at 6:40 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by olinerd at 6:40 PM PST - 21 comments
Slow going
How do I keep from becoming discouraged while trying to lose weight? [more inside]
posted by Evangeline at 6:25 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Evangeline at 6:25 PM PST - 26 comments
Flaky cat, flaky cat, it's not your fault!
Kitty Filter: White flakes are not helping my calico's black spots. [more inside]
posted by sonika at 6:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by sonika at 6:19 PM PST - 15 comments
How often do people die in hotels?
No, I don't own a blow-dryer
Every morning, I wash my hair. Then I leave for work, while my hair's still damp/wet. Does this make me... weird? [more inside]
How to become a Capitol Hill lawyer?
What are the best resources and/or approaches for an attorney seeking employment on Capitol Hill? [more inside]
Need Christmas present book suggestions
I hope the Hive-mind isn't terribly tired of answering this sort of question, but I need a Christmas present book suggestion. Of course there are special snowflake details. [more inside]
Who else sells shipping boxes?
I need some shipping boxes for larger items. Unfortunately I only need one or two, so it doesn't make sense to buy from Uline. And the freebies from the grocery/liquor store aren't appropriate. Is there a more affordable vendor than an office supply or specialty shipping store for this stuff? Thanks!
I know you are not my accountant.
As a one-person S-Corp that has only purchased approximately $400 worth of business supplies from Amazon.com throughout 2010, how likely am I to get audited over the sales tax issue? [more inside]
What can I do about my teeth?
I don't like my teeth. They're too small, gappy, transparent at the edges and gummy.
What's to be done?
Veneers don't sound great, braces wouldn't fix everything.
Suggestions?
If my fly is down, I want to know.
Is there some kind of official or everyone-knows-about-it gesture to indicate that someone has their fly open? If not, why not? [more inside]
posted by cgk at 3:21 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by cgk at 3:21 PM PST - 25 comments
What American snacks might Australians want?
I'm having Tim Tams shipped from Australia in exchange for some American snack foods. What are some domestic snacks that might be hard to get down under? Expats, what junk foods do you miss most?
How could we destroy the Earth?
Assuming one had the collective resources of the world's military, scientific institutions and civilian organisations, what would be the simplest, most efficient method of destroying the Earth? [more inside]
posted by malusmoriendumest at 3:16 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by malusmoriendumest at 3:16 PM PST - 19 comments
Find Dow Vintage Port 2007
EmergencyWineFinder: Dow Vintage Port 2007. Local or online (I am in San Diego) [more inside]
posted by notnathan at 3:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by notnathan at 3:02 PM PST - 4 comments
Apple interview process for a hardware engineer?
My friend just got scheduled for a phone interview for a hardware engineer position at Apple. Are there any mefites who could provide any insight into what kind of questions they will ask, other aspects of the hiring process at Apple, or any other tips?
Mom Friendly PS3 Games
So my parents cashed in their rewards points for a big plasma TV, and a PS3. Now my job is to find them some games. So what can them other than Little Big Planet? [more inside]
I thought that kissing after the first date was normal...
End of the first date. I leaned in to kiss her, but she gave me the head-dodge. However, she expressed an interest in seeing me again. Is this a "friend zone" situation, or could she still be interested? [more inside]
posted by Sloop John B at 2:10 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by Sloop John B at 2:10 PM PST - 49 comments
Clock Radio Conundrum
Awesome, but slightly obscure, jazz CD's?
What're some awesome, slightly obscure jazz CD's? [more inside]
Book for a Giants fan
How to Dye an Ugly Old Bag
I have this Dickies messenger bag (by item number, anyway) that I got in a grab bag a couple years ago. The only problem? It's entirely pale carnation pink. This will not do. [more inside]
posted by restless_nomad at 1:43 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by restless_nomad at 1:43 PM PST - 15 comments
Give me your glittery, fun, slightly tacky Christmas Party ideas!
My husband and I are throwing our very *first annual* Christmas party. We just bought a house, and I've been dying to entertain in it. The thing is, though, I don't want it to be too "grown up" - ya know, a boring adult party. Our number one requirement for our wedding was that the reception be fantastically fun - where everyone dances all night and no one sits around awkwardly, being bored. This is the kind of party I want.
I don't want it to be boring BUT I do not want it to be because people are drunk out of their minds (I cannot stand ridiculously drunk behavior). [more inside]
Organizing a benefit album?
My wife randomly decided to approach a local charity about doing a benefit album. They liked the idea and are supporting her, but she needs to do everything. Where do we start? [more inside]
opentable
What do I need to know about installing a cat-5 cord in order to run opentable? Their documentation is a bit light on details... [more inside]
posted by elwoodwiles at 1:38 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by elwoodwiles at 1:38 PM PST - 6 comments
What to do when parent becomes almost a child?
Aging parent help - multi-part tl;dr, but please still take a look.
Quick summary: Dad (age 86, will turn 87 next April) was taken to ER the Tuesday before Thanksgiving due to severe shortness of breath; paramedics didn't detect any heart trouble and informed us that it was probably pneumonia. However, after many different blood tests at the hospital it was determined that Dad had suffered a heart attack (his heart enzymes were something like 80+). Dad's condition deteriorated and he was intubated, and we were prepared for the worst, but then he sort-of recovered a little bit. And from here, the plot thickens.... [more inside]
posted by Oriole Adams at 1:36 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Oriole Adams at 1:36 PM PST - 28 comments
Inexpensive wilderness retreat near Vancouver?
One week off - please help me find a place to spend it near Vancouver, Canada. [more inside]
Can you recommend legit paid survey sites open to Canadian residents?
Can you recommend legit paid survey sites open to Canadian residents? [more inside]
Consequences from getting a credit card as a minor?
When I was a dumb 16-year-old, I got a credit card from one of the largest issuers in the US. On the application, I was 100% truthful, except that I added 3 years to my DOB so that I would be over 18. I paid the card off in full, and closed it. I've also filed disputes with credit bureaus to correct my DOB. Are there any other ramifications I'm not considering? [more inside]
Posting a video to track down attackers—good idea or no?
Question about posting a video of an attack on a bus driver in the hope that viewers might be able to identify the attackers. [more inside]
Is my Texas non-competition clause too broad?
Help me sign this Texas employment agreement with eyes wide open. [more inside]
New Cell Phone signal better?
Do newer cell phones pick up cell phone tower signals better? My Dad had a Tracfone analog cell phone that picked up signal fine in a part of our county that he hunts in but Tracfone upgraded his phone to a digital cell phone about 3 years ago and now he can not get signal in that part of the county anymore. I contacted Tracfone at the time this happened to see if I could update his phone with any new cell phone towers and was told the phone automatically updates with new cell phone towers. If I bought him a newer Tracfone what are chances it will pick up better then the one he has?
posted by sandyp at 1:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by sandyp at 1:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Will one F on my transcript murder my chances at getting into a top MPA program?
Will one F on my transcript murder my chances at getting into a top MPA program? [more inside]
posted by jordanian2 at 1:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jordanian2 at 1:02 PM PST - 4 comments
"Mom's meth lab" - Part Two
Related to this question. My mom can't afford to clean her property that housed a meth lab. It is somewhere around 15,000 dollars for the clean up plus whatever amount she would have to pay to replace appliances, carpet, ductwork, etc...
What is the best option now? [more inside]
Is there an app which allows my iPhone to view files on my hard drive?
Is there an app which allows my iPhone to view files on my hard drive? I have a wi-fi router from Virgin, which allows my phone access the net. The router is cabled into my PC. It seems that I should be able to do this, but I don't know how.
posted by dash_slot- at 12:42 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by dash_slot- at 12:42 PM PST - 13 comments
where to get a dog door with a timer?
where can i buy a dog door with a timer OR how can i make one OR is there somewhere i can commission such a thing? [more inside]
Nonfiction audiobooks with a strong point of view
I want to listen to a good, persuasive argument. I'm looking for nonfiction audio books in which the author makes strong factual arguments for or against a certain point of view. Particulars inside. [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse at 11:56 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Bookhouse at 11:56 AM PST - 13 comments
warm thank-you present for a friend who hates winter
Thank-you present for a friend who's always miserably cold in a state that's already been clobbered by winter? [more inside]
What is the Italian wine made from grapes that are halfway dried like raisins?
What is the Italian wine made from grapes that are halfway dried like raisins, served as a dessert? Are there other wines like this, and which should I buy? [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied at 11:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Not Supplied at 11:41 AM PST - 13 comments
What type of graph is this?
Arthur C. Clarke's idea taken to logical conclusion
Looking for examples and ideas relating to mimicking magic through technology in a fantasy setting, specifically World of Warcraft. [more inside]
Ghost song?
A ton of lyrics sites seem to think there is a song "For Everyone" by Dar Williams. Does this song actually exist, or is this some weird misattribution? [more inside]
How do I stop over-analzying everything and driving my bf nuts?
Help me stop over-analyzing and pushing my boyfriend away! Lengthy details inside. [more inside]
posted by queens86 at 10:25 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by queens86 at 10:25 AM PST - 44 comments
I Am Ready for Some Football
NFL on the go: I'm going to be on Amtrak's Acela from NYC to Boston on Monday night. I want to be able to watch the Monday Night Football game between the Jets and the Patriots. The Acela has wifi, and I'll have my laptop. I will also have my Droid phone. Is there any way for me to watch the game live? Thanks.
Non syrupy Christmas music, instrumental
[Christmas music filter, instrumental] I'm in search of non-schmaltzy, non overwrought instrumental Christmas music. [more inside]
posted by jlkr at 10:09 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by jlkr at 10:09 AM PST - 12 comments
Why do I hate showing my parents my artwork?
I'm a graphics student and I make comics and my parents are completely supportive of everything I do. They've always praised any creative work I've shown them, so why does showing them said work make my skin crawl?
My sister's the same way - she's a dancer and she won't let my parents come to any of her performances. I think they've only seen her dance a few times.
I can tell they really enjoy seeing my work and I feel like a jerk for not wanting to show it to them. Does anyone else experience this or have any theories as to what it's about?
posted by Chenko at 9:45 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Chenko at 9:45 AM PST - 10 comments
Relocating in Philadelphia
I currently live in Center City, Philadelphia in a 700 sq. ft. apartment that costs me $1300 / mo without parking. I'm getting married in the spring and I'm looking to move out of the city to the suburbs. I'd like to find a reasonably priced one-bedroom place with parking and access to public transportation. What areas or apartments outside the city do you recommend? [more inside]
.gov site on mac should really really work
I need to view IE on a mac (OSX). How? [more inside]
posted by cestmoi15 at 9:19 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by cestmoi15 at 9:19 AM PST - 13 comments
Identify these two songs from the late 80's/early 90's.
Help my father identify two songs he recorded off the radio in the late 80's / early 90's. One is bluegrass and the other is alternative rock. [more inside]
posted by wivy at 8:53 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by wivy at 8:53 AM PST - 11 comments
Classical Music Non-Profits
Help me find classical music non-profit organizations in the USA. [more inside]
A Leak In The Leak
Why are Amazon/PayPal trying to kill off wikileaks? I figured it was to score brownie points with the govt but surely there's a more logical explanation. Is Amazon afraid of DDOS's? Is PayPal afraid of fraud? Enlighten me hive mind.
posted by analogue at 8:36 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by analogue at 8:36 AM PST - 25 comments
While her stitches are knitting
I'd like to buy a friend some yarn for knitting in New York City. What kind and where? [more inside]
posted by sciencegeek at 8:28 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by sciencegeek at 8:28 AM PST - 16 comments
French stuff to buy
What should I buy while I'm in France? [more inside]
posted by raccoon409 at 8:25 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by raccoon409 at 8:25 AM PST - 25 comments
Minimalist winter shoes for men?
Minimalist winter shoes for men? [more inside]
Please help us choose an appropriate Christening gift.
What should we give as a Christening Gift? [more inside]
Big Boy Belts in NYC
Where in NYC to buy a belt for a big dude? [more inside]
Mac crashing on battery power
I fell asleep a few nights in a row with my Macbook running on battery. I never did this before and now the laptop crashes erratically whenever running on battery, even when mostly at full charge.
I assume the events are related, and that this may be analogous to driving your car until it runs out of gas: bad for the car.
Advice? Did I ruin my battery? Is there a fix I'm overlooking?
Wristwatch (gold/silver) for a teenage boy
A teenage boy (18...who is a recent refugee from Burma) has requested a gold or silver watch for his christmas gift (no, he does not have a cell phone to look up the time). The gold and silver watches I've seen look too old for him. Please recommend a gold and/or silver watch for a teenage boy. Thanks!
Is it possible to make a tasty soup from the water that corned beef has been boiled in?
Is it possible to make a really tasty soup from the water that's been used to boil corned beef? [more inside]
posted by h00py at 3:24 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by h00py at 3:24 AM PST - 22 comments
Cool Urban Walking Shoes
Looking for some men's shoes (preferably black) that are somewhere in between athletic and dress shoes, not dorky-looking but also less pricey than Prada sneakers, relatively fashionable but good for walking around airports/cities/etc. Anyone have any favorites?
New furnace blocking doorway, what can I do?
Old furnaced replace with new furnace in laundry room. Installers set it up in such a way that it sticks out past doorway far enough to block some of the doorway, now the entrance is effectively only 24" wide, which will make it impossible to every replace the washer and dryer. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by [insert clever name here] at 1:07 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by [insert clever name here] at 1:07 AM PST - 12 comments
Mise en potato
I am expecting about 22 people to eat latkes at my place tonight. How can I prepare as much as possible before starting cooking or earlier in the day? [more inside]
posted by grouse at 12:37 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by grouse at 12:37 AM PST - 19 comments
December 3
Are There Talent Agents For Video Clips?
I'm a John Q. American with a video clip that I have complete copyright authority to (including the music on it) and several UK companies have approached me about licensing the footage for television programs. Is there an agent for this kind of thing, and how would I know if they're credible? I know only minimal bits about contract negotiation..
Game Over, Man, Game Over
What was this 90s space marine video game from my youth? [more inside]
posted by Menthol at 10:51 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Menthol at 10:51 PM PST - 5 comments
Is there any legal danger to seeding the Wikileaks "cablegate" torrents?
Is there any legal danger to seeding the Wikileaks "cablegate" torrents? [more inside]
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 10:35 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 10:35 PM PST - 16 comments
Once upon a time, there was a language textbook with a small, boxy declension table...
Can anyone recommend some good novels relating to language learning, linguistics, or translation? [more inside]
posted by ElectricBlue at 10:15 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by ElectricBlue at 10:15 PM PST - 25 comments
What do I cook for a high end chef?
What to cook for a chef on a hot summers day? [more inside]
posted by jonathanstrange at 9:51 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by jonathanstrange at 9:51 PM PST - 21 comments
"These idiots trust me with their personal information..."
I would like a family member to stop uploading photos of me (with my full name "tagged") to public photo sharing sites, particularly Facebook. Although I'm well aware of the many pros and cons of the use of Facebook, I'd like to send them links to three or four well written critiques of the issues related to Facebook's privacy policy and data collection/data retention system. [more inside]
Can this pumpkin be saved?
I bought a pumpkin a couple weeks before Halloween, and never did anything with it. Is it too late? [more inside]
Slightly chequered past a snag in grad school admission?
I'm an adult in my mid-40s applying to graduate school to train for a brand new career in counseling. I feel confident of being admitted somewhere, except for one potential snag: a long ago misdemeanor conviction that I now have to disclose on grad school applications. Will this hurt my chances for admission? [more inside]
What should I do with my life?
I need advice on my special snowflake academic future. [more inside]
why is this one of my earliest memories?!
What was this scene from? Early 1990's, TV, free channels, Nevada. Soap opera? [more inside]
posted by 200burritos at 7:40 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by 200burritos at 7:40 PM PST - 1 comment
The disappointed will shuffle 'round in circles.
I like statistics. I like education. I loathe the statistics program at my university's school of education. [more inside]
I don't want to become known as the "tiny rocks bomber"
I want to give some trinitite as a Christmas gift. This involves transporting it across state lines. Am I going to run into problems? [more inside]
posted by kagredon at 7:03 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kagredon at 7:03 PM PST - 8 comments
what marine/engineering issues building an underwater eco habitat?
Marine/Engineering issues building an underwater eco habitat? [more inside]
Can I use cheap booze for my homemade extract or will it be terrible?
I am making homemade vanilla extract for christmas presents. I was planning to use smirnoff, but money is tighter than I anticipated this month. If I use bottom shelf vodka, will it be terrible? What is the least crappy brand of bottom shelf vodka? I don't have a brita filter to purify the vodka unfortunately, but if there is another cheap way to make it better I could do that. Thanks!
teach my word to indent properly again! like in the old days!
why can word 2004 no longer indent block quotes properly? [more inside]
Gift Ideas for a white elephant office party - under $20
Longtime lurker, first post. Could you help with some ideas for a white elephant gift exchange party with my coworkers. The company is a fairly conservative large corporation. The gift needs to be secular, inoffensive, good humor and under $20. Last year some popular gifts were Snuggie, Dilbert calendar and so on.. Food/wine seems to be ok but not popular. Any trendy gifts for 2010 or techtoys will also help. Thanks much.
Netbook similar to MacBook Air?
Is there a netbook with a similar form factor to the MacBook air? [more inside]
ADD, Depression, and You!
How does someone know if a stimulant medication (adderall) is helping them the way it was intended to for ADD, or if they are searching for a reason to continue a substance that makes them feel good (aka addictive behaviors)?
Where is the line between a "need for functioning" and "it makes me feel better therefore I function better"?
Don't most people function better on a stimulant?
(also some ethical questions inside about working in the mental health industry...) [more inside]
Now the lights are TOO dim.
Why do my dimmer switches dim so quickly? (I couldn't think of a better way to word it) [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin at 4:44 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by InsanePenguin at 4:44 PM PST - 14 comments
3d to vector questions
I am an artist and need technical help on how best to manipulate a 3d image of a human spine then export the image as a vector into Adobe Illustrator. [more inside]
posted by ogunther at 4:42 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ogunther at 4:42 PM PST - 7 comments
I'd like a semester where students wrote blogs, podcasts, and filmed vlogs instead of writing essays.
Help me find some great sources that discuss New media (and/or Web 2.0 tools) for use in the university classroom. [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 4:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 4:38 PM PST - 7 comments
spreading the news with a chuckle
We're engaged. (Yippee!) We've told all our family and close friends already. And now we would love your wonderful advice about how to announce it on the Facebook, maybe with a little humor. [more inside]
posted by Alpenglow at 4:15 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Alpenglow at 4:15 PM PST - 23 comments
Lock Filter
Help me install an entry lock correctly. [more inside]
Does anyone have any experience using the Speedo Aquabeat mp3 player?
Does anyone have any experience using the Speedo Aquabeat mp3 player? And is it actually any good? [more inside]
posted by Spamfactor at 4:12 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Spamfactor at 4:12 PM PST - 1 comment
Don't touch me there!
YANMD or my physical therapist either, but maybe you know enough about the failure modes of the human skeletomuscular system to suggest possible reasons for the excruciating pain I feel when someone puts pressure on the base of my spine? [more inside]
Gift filter: Help me pick a present for a wonderful man
Gift Filter: Help me pick a present for my step-dad. He's Canadian, 65ish, living in Hawaii. He's a nurse, not a huge drinker or reader. He enjoys watching sports to relax, specifically baseball and football- but I wouldn't characterize him as a huge sports fan. Same goes for gadgets- he's got an iphone and some nice stuff, but he's not over the moon for them. He adores my mother and doesn't seem to have a ton of hobbies. He really enjoys watching the History Channel, so I've heard. He and my mother also enjoy meaty thriller serials (24, Alias, BSG).
He's a wonderful, caring man, and I'd like to get him something he'd really enjoy. I'm thinking about a boxed set of DVDs, but I need some advice: [more inside]
posted by paddingtonb at 3:44 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by paddingtonb at 3:44 PM PST - 20 comments
Pick from two used Macs
Hand-me-down laptop decision: MacBook Pro or MacBook Air? [more inside]
posted by solipsophistocracy at 3:09 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by solipsophistocracy at 3:09 PM PST - 22 comments
Montreal tourist gift ideas
What's a good tourism-oriented gift to give a middle-aged couple, in or around Montreal? [more inside]
A movie/series like Iannucci's "In The Loop"?
Help me find a movie or TV series like In The Loop or Four Lions (thanks askme, for that one!). [more inside]
What arthropods are these?
What arthropods are these? (some people may be grossed out by the photo, sorry)
Maybe they aren't arthropods at all? my taxonomic skillz are weak
posted by dkg at 2:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by dkg at 2:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Encourage my 1-month-old baby to "suckle softer"
Is there anything we can do to help encourage my 1-month-old baby to "suckle softer"? [more inside]
Do people just lose weight or have their metabolism change as they age?
After struggling with weight my whole life, I suddenly lost 15 pounds out of nowhere, and, even post-Thanksgiving (and post doctor-visit), I don't seem to be gaining any back. Do people ever just lose weight/have their metabolism change as they age? [more inside]
family games for child learning English
I am looking for suggestions for a family game (board or card or perhaps something like Twister) for a family with 1 teenage girl, 2 tween boys and a newly adopted 9 year old girl who's just learning English.
Maybe something that focuses on math? Or a dice game?
Anybody ever played Rummikub?
Somebody told me about a game with sculpting clay, but they couldn't remember the name of it.
Any suggestions appreciated.
posted by egk at 2:11 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by egk at 2:11 PM PST - 36 comments
How to take care of a small dog in an apartment?
I suddenly have a small dog. How to take care of a small dog in an apartment in the city? Should I even attempt this? [more inside]
All my words come back to me, like emptiness in harmony
What are some recognizable songs that can be played on a single instrument? [more inside]
posted by Jon_Evil at 2:06 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Jon_Evil at 2:06 PM PST - 26 comments
The Ups and Downs of Literary Friendship
Seeking recommendations for books focusing on tight-knit groups of friends. [more inside]
posted by 1901gunner at 1:10 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by 1901gunner at 1:10 PM PST - 32 comments
I need help making a form letter easier to change in Word.
I need help making a form letter easier to change in Word. [more inside]
Unfriending...
seeing double
TechSupportFilter: How can I make dual monitors work? [more inside]
Looking for rug recommendations for a mostly red living room
Looking for rug suggestions for a one bedroom apartment. [more inside]
Yarn substitution
Yarn substitution: What information do I need to match on this yarn label when I am looking for a yarn to substitute for it? [more inside]
No I do not have a twin!!!!!!
How can I deal with fake profiles of myself showing up all over the internet? [more inside]
Help with a new nook
Give me your best tips and tricks for the nook! [more inside]
New Radio Frequency Uses
Recently the FCC auctioned off parts of the radio frequency spectrum that were freed up with the transition to digital TV. Can someone summarize exactly what happened and what those frequencies are being used for? [more inside]
Why would you decide to enroll your child in virtaul school?
More and more states are offering public school students the opportunity to complete their K-12 education entirely online using content/curriculum providers like K12, Inc. What are some things that might lead you to enroll your children in a "virtual school," and what concerns would you have about this form of schooling as you consider it? I'd be interested in hearing from people who have first-hand experience with these types of schools, and well as people who
What is this Inter Net ?
How should I go about creating an online social community for the city I live in? I have some questions and am wondering if it's feasible to have a successful one in a place that doesn't seem to have a lot of internet goin' on. [more inside]
How to Sell Paid Content Online?
I'm helping a friend with her website. She'd like to be able to sell paid downloads (eBooks and Videos), but doesn't want to run her own shopping cart or delivery system. [more inside]
How can I build a ramp for our house?
How do you build a ramp (for a dog and a stroller)? [more inside]
Painting Pros - Did I price this job right?
Painting Pros - Did I price this job right? Waiting for them to get a second quote but I need to get a move on making some money. I want out of MI by Spring. [more inside]
posted by mrflibble at 10:18 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by mrflibble at 10:18 AM PST - 3 comments
I bleed Dexron
How do I care for my new "living Christmas tree"?
[Plant Filter] How do I care for my new dwarf conifer, a Lawson Cypress also known as "Treasure Island"? I purchased him from my local nursery two days ago, where they were selling small "living Christmas trees" as novelties. It is a very lovely little tree, and I would actually like to keep it potted inside if possible, but I'm not sure if it will be too warm for this species. [more inside]
How to improve my career in the nonprofit industry?
Nonprofit career professionals: Is it advised to focus within one sector of the industry, like the arts, or is it okay to move into different sectors through out your career? [more inside]
Comperable Brands?
I'm trying to do a social media analysis of SiriusXM Satellite Radio. I would like to compare similar type brands. What do think would be some good brands to compare it to. I'm thinking about HBO or MTV? What do you think? Others?
Thanks,
Paul
posted by fightoplankton at 8:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by fightoplankton at 8:47 AM PST - 8 comments
Tivo 2 Hell
I have a Series 2 Tivo and yesterday, inexplicably, most of the buttons have stopped working. [more inside]
Looking for a gentle, compassionate dentist in Pittsburgh
Please help me find a kind, patient, gentle dentist in the South Hills of Pittsburgh (Mt.Lebanon/Dormont/Brookline area preferred but not required). I don't have anyone who can give me a personal referral, and I suffer from a lot of fear and anxiety w/r/t dental work, so it's been a while since I've had any. If I could find one who still uses nitrous oxide it'd be even better. Many thanks in advance!
XML Filteration Control
I am looking for a Filter Builder control to accept user input to filter XML data. The Filter control should be for Windows Forms (not Web pages), and it should have end-user capabilities to specify complex filter criteria. [more inside]
Tech Know Nothing guy needs help
Need a bit of tech help for Imgur [more inside]
Hair color changing back to youthful brown
I once had brown hair. Over the past ten years, it changed to grey and then to white, with very fast change during stressful periods periods in my life. After recently using a dermatological shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis, it's changing back to brown. Is this normal, why might it be happening, and might it be a problem? [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 8:30 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Ahab at 8:30 AM PST - 16 comments
iTunes University on Android
Has anyone had success in subscribing to iTunes University podcasts on their Android device? [more inside]
Which light to buy for kitchen island?
Can you recommend a light fixture for a kitchen island? [more inside]
Help keep the Czech escorts off my site!
Spam links keep appearing in my wordpress-powered website's footer! [more inside]
posted by ferdinandcc at 8:02 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by ferdinandcc at 8:02 AM PST - 17 comments
What gift for a work colleague in the US?
What can I send to a female colleague in the US? [more inside]
How to stop a dying woman from driving (legally, safely)
How to safely and legally stop my elderly mom from driving. Complication: She's in hospice (yes, really). Special snowflake WTF details inside. [more inside]
What to expect in the real world?
What are the drawbacks to taking time off of school? On the other hand, have you had a positive experience taking an unconventional route to education? [more inside]
Plan my trip to France
I am going to France for the first two weeks of May. What should I do? Where should I go? Where should I stay? [more inside]
What is anxiety? How do you know if you have anxiety? Have you personally overcome it?
What is anxiety? How do you know when you're anxious? I’d like to read descriptions of what it feels like to be chronically anxious or hear how you know when you yourself are experiencing higher levels. I’d also like to know how you take care of yourself when it comes up. Have you dealt with it and overcome it? Books or your own descriptions are very welcome. [more inside]
Hotel help
Are there any charity or religious organizations that help people who are between apartments/homes pay for temporary lodging in hotels or motels? [more inside]
I don't hate you, I just miss the old friend I knew!
I feel like I've lost a dear friend to her defense mechanisms. Can our friendship be saved? [more inside]
Pangrams: English language, but in scribbly.
Are there pangrams (i.e. "the quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog") which are written in a non-Latin script (e.g. Cyrillic) but the sentence itself is in English (or even phonetic English)? [more inside]
posted by eldvno at 7:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by eldvno at 7:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Traveling to Nicaragua in January. What should I know?
Traveling to Nicaragua in January. What should I know? [more inside]
Become the change.
Where to start on a new career path abroad (US citizen)? Opportunities have come up that will allow me to make a full change in my career and life. Looking at several options. Details Inside. [more inside]
Therapist recommendations in Charlotte, NC?
Asking for a friend. Can anyone recommend a therapist in the Charlotte, NC area? One with experience dealing with stress and grief related issues would be best. [more inside]
I love Detroit, but should I live here?
I love Detroit, but should I live here? There's a lot of personal reasons that I want to live in Detroit, but crime and security issues have strained me financially. [more inside]
posted by SpicyMustard at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by SpicyMustard at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
Got Rubrics?
I'm working with a few school start-up teams, and two of them are in search of resources for creating rubrics. I think I've convinced them that the act of creating rubrics is itself very valuable, but they still want to see some additional models before they jump in. Are there books or websites that provide strong sample rubrics as well as philosophical and practical guidelines for the creation of rubrics?
Thanks--
It really is impossible to reach a doctor on call these days, isn't it?
Accidentally overdosed on oral typhoid pills. [more inside]
Looking for recommendations for UK online ethically-sourced loose-leaf tea shopping
Looking for recommendations for UK online ethically-sourced loose-leaf tea shopping [more inside]
Mac network query
Setting up small mac network with shared user names, some help please! [more inside]
posted by multivalent at 4:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by multivalent at 4:58 AM PST - 6 comments
Did I burn out this cast-iron skillet?
Left my stove burner on LOW for more than 24 hours; my roommate's cast-iron skillet was on it. Explosion narrowly averted, but the cast-iron skillet now powerfully smells metallic when it's heated. [more inside]
posted by greggish at 4:51 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by greggish at 4:51 AM PST - 10 comments
Do Yhoo Knoww Thee Answerrr?
Whyy Do Teenagerss on Facebook An Bebo Typee Likee Thiss? Where did it come from? Here's an example. [more inside]
Simple Netflix streaming device for Canada?
Simple Netflix streaming device for Canada? [more inside]
December 2
1 day in Cairo. What awesome things should I do?
What awesome things should / could I do in one day in Cairo? [more inside]
Ich bin ein Berliner... well, not quite.
Going to Germany for 6 days, absolutely clueless. [more inside]
Help me find a great place to live in SF!
I need to find a room to rent in San Francisco. Is there somewhere aside from Craigslist that I should be looking? Thanks!
My colleague swallowed his teeth during a snowball fight. Now what?
Snowball fight ethical dilemma - who is responsible to fix something that breaks [more inside]
posted by MighstAllCruckingFighty at 10:28 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by MighstAllCruckingFighty at 10:28 PM PST - 26 comments
What is the strongest, non "controlled substance" painkiller available?
YANMD. What is the strongest, non "controlled substance" painkiller available? [more inside]
Help! I may be an asshole
I seem to have a neverending list since adulthood of people that just simply do not like me, and increasingly shorter list of those that do. How do I become less of an asshole? [more inside]
Walkie talkies and snow sports
Does anybody use walkie talkies when skiing or snowboarding in a group? How well does it work? Any purchase recommendations?
posted by wayofthedodo at 9:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by wayofthedodo at 9:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Help us bond with our puppy.
Puppy filter: how do I make up for 4 lost weeks of bonding and socialisation with my new puppy? [more inside]
The Crazy Dad Routine
"I believe in my .45, my shovel and the fact that nobody will ever miss you." — the dad in Clueless to the boyfriend. I'm looking for things to say to my daughters would-be suitors to make them to believe that I might just be crazy enough to deliver them a serious beat-down should they disrespect or treat my daughter poorly. Any other scenes in movies or books that I can reference for my "crazy dad" routine?
How should I respond to a classmate who makes racially and socioeconomically charged comments?
How should I respond to a classmate who makes racially and socioeconomically charged comments? [more inside]
If I bust my ***, and Initech ships a few extra units, I don't see another dime!
Out of semi-idle curiosity, what are the practical careers that produce the most direct and immediate reward for effective labor? [more inside]
How do I fix a stuck pressure-sensitive button/key
How do I fix a stuck pressure-sensitive button on my metronome? [more inside]
posted by storybored at 7:40 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by storybored at 7:40 PM PST - 2 comments
What is the best gift for an old school DnD geek?
What is the perfect gift for a hardcore, old school Dungeons and Dragons nerd, and where can it be purchased? [more inside]
posted by EvilPRGuy at 7:33 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by EvilPRGuy at 7:33 PM PST - 18 comments
She's a jar, with a heavy lid.
How do other developed nations home-food-preservations differ so wildly from the US? Are their methods safer? [more inside]
Baking with Hooch: Substitution Assistance, please!
Tomorrow I will be baking a bread pudding with dried cherries and a meringue topping for my dear friend's birthday dinner. The original recipe calls for bourbon in both pudding and sauce, but she is not a whiskey girl. She has, however, given me the go-ahead to sub in another liquor or liqueur. [more inside]
On not subletting to rodents
I'm about to leave my apartment empty for nearly a month. How do I keep mice from squatting there? [more inside]
Witch Art?
What do you call this kind of setting (in art)? What are your favorite examples? [more inside]
Some of us like brown and orange.
Has anybody published a Hardy Heron skin for Lucid Lynx? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 5:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by flabdablet at 5:41 PM PST - 7 comments
Nakey Time! Well, maybe not.
Is it warmer to sleep with pajamas or naked? [more inside]
posted by emkelley at 5:20 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by emkelley at 5:20 PM PST - 28 comments
Free iPhone! Now what?
My girlfriend got a used iPhone for her birthday! Now what? [more inside]
posted by saladin at 5:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by saladin at 5:07 PM PST - 4 comments
What to do with my oversupply
I have a week-old baby - my first. Since my "milk came in" I am producing more than she can possibly drink. Uncomfortable. What do do? Details within. [more inside]
Give me some tips for my Ecuador trip!
TravelFilter: Help me make my two weeks in Ecuador the best they can be. Think low key, awesome, off the beaten path ideas. What have you done/learned that I can benefit from? [more inside]
posted by RolandOfEld at 3:53 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by RolandOfEld at 3:53 PM PST - 14 comments
Unprofessional to get paid for a break via employer I am quitting?
New job wants me to start before my paid winter break of current job starts. Is it rude/unprofessional to try and get paid for both? [more inside]
posted by NotSoSimple at 3:25 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by NotSoSimple at 3:25 PM PST - 21 comments
How to reduce gnome-terminal chrome?
How do you change the appearance of the in-window chrome on gnome-terminal? Specifically, when you have multiple tabs open, there are a few extra pixels around the edge that I'd like to do away with. Is this thing configurable? Is there a different xterm app I could use on Easy Peasy 1.6 (based on Ubuntu Lucid) that has less chrome but still offers tabs? [more inside]
posted by Mars Saxman at 3:20 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mars Saxman at 3:20 PM PST - 4 comments
How to deal with a possibly stolen car while out of the US?
My friend is out of the country, and her colleague has disappeared with a car he was meant to sell for her. What can I do to help? [more inside]
New employee - need to broach tuition reimbursement with supervisor for MBA
I started my new job in July. Want to go back to school for an MBA, but not sure how to broach the subject with my manager who has to approve tuition reimbursement. [more inside]
Where in New York should I buy some luggage?
Where in New York should I buy some luggage? And what kind? [more inside]
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:54 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:54 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I get a total players online count?
Are there sites which track the number of players in different online games? [more inside]
Fred Flinstone would say to just use your feet.
AutoRepairFilter: It seems as if my brakes are slipping at slow speed. I've nailed it down to my passenger side front wheel. Now what do I need to replace? Special hoopty snowflake details inside! [more inside]
posted by Mister Fabulous at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Mister Fabulous at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
Good gift for a vet student?
My soon-to-be sister-in-law is a first-year vet student, going to school in the UK. I wanted to get her a relevant present for the holidays (something related to being a vet student, perhaps?), but am drawing a blank. There's just a little bit [more inside]
They really all sound the same to me.
A question for all the Dub/Dubstep experts out there. [more inside]
He's a very good boy !
My best buddy, an Australian Cattle Dog named "Willie Nelson" has Cushing's Disease , and will require medication for the remainder of his life (he's 14). The prescription is for Vetoryl (trilostane 60mg), and through my Vet it's $100, but he said he would be happy to write a Rx for an online provider. I see prices as low as $67, but I want to make sure Willie is getting just what the Dr. ordered. Which online provider do you use? which ones do you avoid ?
posted by lobstah at 2:04 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by lobstah at 2:04 PM PST - 11 comments
neighborhood handyman is a supposedly reformed predator
Should I tell my neighbors that their landscaper/handyman is a violent sex offender? [more inside]
I want to go to a book to find a library
All great libraries have books in them, but how many great books have libraries in them? I just finished reading "Big Machine" by Victor Lavalle, and am currently reading "Kafka on the Shore" by Haruki Murakami (yes, finally!), and it's purely coincidental, but they both happen to feature libraries prominently. So now I'd like to know what other really good novels feature libraries in a significant way. [more inside]
Calling all acoustical engineers! How to soundproof a window?
To make a DIY Soundproof Window Plug, what material (or combination of materials) should we use? The window is quite large (9' x 5') and the plug should ideally be relatively lightweight and removable. Looking for personal reviews of the different materials under consideration or suggestions for materials our research has missed. [more inside]
posted by jbenben at 1:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by jbenben at 1:47 PM PST - 3 comments
The spirit is willing, but is the flesh tired?
I know I'm tired -- but to the point my genitalia are falling asleep? [more inside]
Ring of Rememberance, or a Painful Reminder?
We want to give my husband's mother a piece of "birthstones of your children" jewelry for Christmas. She has four living adult children, and also lost a child (either stillborn or died shortly after birth) after her first two children were born. All the living children know about this child, but no one ever speaks of it. How many stones should we put on the ring -- four, or five?
posted by anastasiav at 1:26 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by anastasiav at 1:26 PM PST - 42 comments
DJ iPad
Help me learn deejaying basics to use iPad + djay app at low-key friend gig. Long rambling interpretive snowflake dance inside. [more inside]
posted by lonefrontranger at 1:25 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lonefrontranger at 1:25 PM PST - 7 comments
Can one use beer as their only source of hydration?
Can one use beer as their only source of hydration? [more inside]
posted by qvantamon at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by qvantamon at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
Linux troubleshooting
Linux i/o bottleneck troubleshooting issue: [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 1:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 1:00 PM PST - 4 comments
Application stress!
Should I throw in the towel? [more inside]
Am I Going to Die?
Okay, you're not my mechanic, but....My airbag light is on. It costs too much to get it fixed. What are my options/Am I going to die? [more inside]
Access-like queries on a Mac
How can I combine datasets using a Mac? I'd use Access on Windows typically. [more inside]
posted by davextreme at 12:40 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by davextreme at 12:40 PM PST - 9 comments
What to learn next?
What to do next?
I've been working in software testing for the past 15 years, currently in management and less hands on than I am used to be. I'm starting to realize I am happier in a more hands on role and would like to develop some scripting skills. [more inside]
How to ask for a raise?
Is asking for a large (~$10,000) raise unreasonable? Java developer specifically. [more inside]
Magic mirror on the closet door, begone.
Please help us with design ideas and DIY strategies for replacing ugly mirrored closet doors. [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:32 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 12:32 PM PST - 15 comments
Quality Carry Knife
Looking for a high quality extremely sharp knife that i could carry and will never be used for anything other than last ditch self defense. The two things that it must be...Under $60 and non-fixed blade.
Help my find a Smartphone for my Linux addicted dad?
Can you help me find a smartphone to give my dad for Christmas? All his colleagues seem to have gotten iPhones. He is somewhat of a Linux geek tough, so I'm thinking a phone more in that spirit. [more inside]
posted by CelebrenIthil at 12:23 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by CelebrenIthil at 12:23 PM PST - 17 comments
Need to know what this pain is that isn't a UTI or STD?
Asking for a friend. YNMD but the tests are back and it's not a UTI or an STD? What could it be? [more inside]
Fix-it-and-forget-it fish?
I need a fish course for the middle of a 2+-hour holiday dinner. Please recommend delicious fish or seafood recipes that can be prepped a few hours ahead of time, and that don't require much fussing right before serving? [more inside]
What to look for when buying a gas hot water tank?
What to look for in buying a new gas hot water heater? [more inside]
posted by stormpooper at 11:32 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by stormpooper at 11:32 AM PST - 13 comments
Are Healthy Latkes an Oxymoron?
Hanukah has arrived and I'd like to make latkes and apple sauce. I did read this thread. But my goal is a result that is tasty but healthy -- that is, I really would like to avoid greasiness and oiliness. Does anyone know a scrumptious lower fat recipe?
posted by bearwife at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bearwife at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
Learning about "the falling sickness"
I'm looking for resources on the experiences and treatment of people with epilepsy in the early 20th century. [more inside]
posted by castlebravo at 11:30 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by castlebravo at 11:30 AM PST - 2 comments
I Liked It Better When I Had No Choices
Where can I find clear information about setting up utilities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania? [more inside]
Hey Internets, set me up with a Pink Floyd light show for $150
Laser buffs: what is a good laser show unit for spicing up a party on the cheap? Does anyone own any laser show units? I've looked at some models but I have some questions (and I'm in the US, so some laws apply here). [more inside]
How do i find a similar jacket?
I'm looking for a jacket similar to this Monocle x Tomorrowland jacket. The original is just a bit too expensive (£ 295) for me. How can i find such a thing? [more inside]
'tis the season
Is Marmite's new chocolate bar being sold anywhere in the U.S.? Bonus points if you know of any retailers in the DC metro area.
Shut the door.
How to handle possible romantic interest from my boss? (Complication: I'm interested in him too but have no desire to wreck my career or relationship.) [more inside]
lkjasdfh
Needing advice on considering reconstructive plastic surgery. [more inside]
Can my company withhold paying me because I'm late entering my timesheet?
Can my company legally withhold my paycheck for the previous pay period until I fill out and submit my timesheet for this pay period? [more inside]
Excelfilter: XML Mapping gone wrong
Excel 2007 Filter: I need to convert a text file to XML. I have an existing XML file that has the correct schema, but no functional xsd file. How do I get the schema from the old file to map to the data in the new text file? [more inside]
posted by ashirys at 10:51 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by ashirys at 10:51 AM PST - 1 comment
Ordering dates when writing about geologic time?
What's the proper way to order dates in geologic time when writing and why? In this example, The Iapetus Ocean existed between 600 and 400 million years ago, would it be equally correct to write 400 to 600 million years ago? Can you also direct me to a source for the rules?
posted by Kronur at 10:09 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Kronur at 10:09 AM PST - 26 comments
Pa and I want to escape the city for a few days.
Your ideas for a 3-day (preferably outdoor) adventure in southern or central California with my dad. [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta at 10:08 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by HotPatatta at 10:08 AM PST - 12 comments
Wanna go into architecture? Don't.
I'm trained as an architect, but with only a little work experience (thanks, economy). What jobs might I be qualified for *outside* of architecture? [more inside]
Black is beautiful
I'm re-seasoning my workhorse Lodge 12" cast-iron skillet. I've seasoned pans before to pretty good results, but I want perfection. What kind of oil/fat is going to give me the hardest, strongest, blackest finish, and what temperature is going to get me there?
posted by wabbittwax at 10:06 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by wabbittwax at 10:06 AM PST - 25 comments
How do I go about contacting Matt Drudge?
How do I go about contacting Matt Drudge? I have an idea that I'd like to run by him, regarding a news feed. How can I connect with him - so that I get him and not an automated response?
posted by watercarrier at 10:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by watercarrier at 10:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Working with an unweildly vector in Illustrator?
Illustrator gurus! Is the answer staring me in the face? [more inside]
posted by smelvis at 9:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by smelvis at 9:43 AM PST - 7 comments
Provisional visa now or indefinite leave to remain later?
YANMImmigrationL: Should I apply for UK provisional visa as a spouse now OR apply for indefinite leave to remain in 8 months based on residency? With the new immigration caps coming into effect next year I'm not sure what is the best choice. Snowflakey details inside. [more inside]
Hotel in Minneapolis
Where should I book a hotel in Minneapolis? [more inside]
posted by typewriter at 9:26 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by typewriter at 9:26 AM PST - 19 comments
Need to create budget for graphic novel
I'm interested in hiring an illustrator to turn a recently completed screenplay into a graphic novel. Any ideas/resources I can use to create a budget for such a project? I'm looking to come up with a ballpark figure which can be fine-tuned later. Where do I start? The story is set in Los Angeles and the desert Southwest. Any suggestions regarding potential illustrators from that part of the world would be appreciated.
Chimney safety question
Help me evaluate these claims from a chimney sweep. [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea at 9:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by anotherpanacea at 9:09 AM PST - 8 comments
What interesting things can I be doing at the beach and marsh while it's too cold for the usual summer activities? Sciency, educational, artsy craftsy, exercise/activity...
What unique activities could I be doing at the beach and the marsh over time to take better advantage of both while it's too cold for swimming, sunning, and the usual beach activities? Educational things, amateur science experiments/measurements, artsy craftsy things, exercise other than jogging, etc. Let your imagination run wild. [more inside]
Are digital watches STILL a pretty neat idea?
Seeking recommendations for an inexpensive watch or clock (or other thing) with a low-volume hourly chime. [more inside]
Does this have any hope of not ending in tragedy?
Star cross'd lovers facing another hurdle - can I convince him it's worth it to keep trying? [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 9:00 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by lizbunny at 9:00 AM PST - 42 comments
Undercover Kringle
I hate giving people normal gifts, like soap or cheeses... [more inside]
Warmest Hat Ever?
Warmest Hat in the Multiverse? [more inside]
How best to share a shedload of 100MB images?
Could anyone help an academic history of the book / digitisation project by sharing their experiences of collaborative work on huge image files via the cloud? [more inside]
(Another) Why is my ConEd bill so high?
I searched and found some good info on this subject, but i have some specifics about my situation and i'm wondering if Mefi can help me figure out why my bill seems so high. [more inside]
Ubuntu 10 on an IBM T60?
I downloaded the pendrive version of Ubuntu 10 and it boots fine on my IBM T60 laptop. But when I actually ran the full install it doesn't want to boot up . The boot process just ends with a blank, non-responsive screen..
Any ideas?
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Conversation questions: I'd like to make a "Conversation Jar" for my aunt and her partner for Christmas. I need help coming up with a bunch of good questions. [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras at 8:05 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 8:05 AM PST - 10 comments
What are the sights to see in good old San Anton'?
In San Antonio for a couple of nights, and want to see the sights, eat, and drink good beer. Where to go for these fine exploits? [more inside]
Any value in a car with a destroyed engine?
A mechanical fault has destroyed my car engine, effectively writing it off. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by roofus at 7:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by roofus at 7:32 AM PST - 5 comments
IE6 on a Mac?
What is the best way to run IE6, 7, 8, and 9 on a 2010 iMac for web design and testing purposes? [more inside]
Please help me hone my ebay searches
Is it possible to exclude categories on ebay other than using the minus (-) sign? [more inside]
Donde están mis virtual vecinos?
Does a Spanish conversation listserv exist... or anything that would gather people interested in conversation and discussion of the language? [more inside]
Cancun with a toddler?
Next year, I'm traveling to Cancun, Mexico with my wife and our two-year-old. We plan to stay in late March for four or so days. Where should we stay? What should we do? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 5:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by zardoz at 5:29 AM PST - 18 comments
Cry Murder
Is it legal in America (USA) for individuals especially Politicians and Journalists to publicly call for the murder of an individual who has not been tried or convicted of anything? I am particularly referring to the US rightwing calls for the execution of Julian Assange. Is this considered freedom of speech? and Yes I have read this and this. Which leads to Part 2: - If one of these shills for murder visited another country could they be arrested, or only if they repeated their exhortations whilest in that country?
posted by adamvasco at 3:31 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by adamvasco at 3:31 AM PST - 29 comments
How can I accept online payments from China?
I'm setting up a website with WordPress. I'd like to offer site visitors the chance to pay for premium content. The site is aimed mainly at people in East Asia (mainly China). Do you know any systems which would accept payments in Chinese currency? Also, any thoughts on how accepting Chinese internet users would be to the idea of paying for digital content online?
Tips on using Garage Band to transcribe jazz solos, please!
Tips on using Garage Band to transcribe jazz solos, please! [more inside]
posted by metaseeker at 1:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by metaseeker at 1:04 AM PST - 5 comments
December 1
It's a pretty groovy dress, actually.
Help me find a dress featured in a recent FPP, please. [more inside]
Trying to locate a Sound Effects recording
I'm searching for an old BBC-style Sound Effects recording. Can you help me find it? [more inside]
Accelerating the race to the bottom
Been looking around to buy some cheap used books, Amazon Marketplace, BN, even ALibris seem to all have a $3.99 media-mail shipping cost. But Abebooks seems to be $2.95. Is there a downside to buying used through Abebooks, or is that simply the best deal in town? [more inside]
Phone contract’s done. And soon I will own my own cell. Now what?
I just bought a Garminfone (T-mobile version) over ebay, open box, never used, from a seller with a near perfect rating. It will arrive in a few days, and I have a few questions about how to proceed. [more inside]
posted by Violet Blue at 10:30 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Violet Blue at 10:30 PM PST - 9 comments
Print and be damned
How can I print a graphic nicely from Windows 7? [more inside]
posted by anadem at 10:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by anadem at 10:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Batman, ya'll.
How can I obtain Gotham font (or a font similar thereto) without paying an arm and a leg? [more inside]
Gift ideas for my boyfriend’s dad?
Help me pick a great gift for my boyfriend’s dad. I’m spending Christmas Day with my partner’s family. They do a Kris Kringle for the adults, and I’ve drawn my partner’s father. I’ve only met him twice (the dad, not my partner). He seems lovely but I have absolutely no idea what to get him. I’ve asked my boyfriend of course, but he is not exactly brimming with ideas. Help! [more inside]
posted by t0astie at 9:27 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by t0astie at 9:27 PM PST - 23 comments
Shortcuts and Memory
Does the number of desktop shortcuts effect a computers memory (Windows XP)? [more inside]
posted by rosswald at 8:35 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by rosswald at 8:35 PM PST - 25 comments
Ideas for a Boston Molassacre party?
My housemates and I have decided to throw a party/memorial on the anniversary of the Boston Molasses Disaster of 1919. Help us with ideas? [more inside]
posted by andrewpendleton at 8:26 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by andrewpendleton at 8:26 PM PST - 34 comments
Tell me what it is like to live in Charlottetown?
What is Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island really like? [more inside]
Dogs hate me. Do you hate me?
I met a guy's dog recently. She started growling at me like crazy, barking, and then peed on the floor. I will admit, I am not a dog person, and they make me really nervous. I just don't want to pet your dog, and I think they can sense it. I wonder, though. Do dog people think less of people who don't like dogs? [more inside]
Point me in the right direction!
Help me create a birthday puzzle for a geocacher. [more inside]
posted by nelvana at 8:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by nelvana at 8:11 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I lose weight, when I am supposed to severely limit my walking and standing?
How do I lose weight, when I am supposed to severely limit my walking and standing? [more inside]
How do I control what I want sync'd in Android?
I'm a new smartphone user... How do I sync calendar/contacts but not Gmail in Android? [more inside]
posted by branparsons at 7:47 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by branparsons at 7:47 PM PST - 6 comments
Ipad Iphone
Love my iphone and I am thinking about getting a ipad for Christmas. Just one question why does AT&T limit internet usage to 2GB per month. Are there any other plans that give me more internet time>
Thanks
Help identify this mystery stone structure in my friend's yard.
Help identify this mystery stone structure in my friend's yard. [Pictures inside.] [more inside]
Does anyone know the name of this hotel or food festival in Paris?
Does anyone know the name of this hotel or food festival in Paris? [more inside]
SD card USB adapter for mac.
Will this SD card USB adapter play nicely with my MacBook Pro (late 08)? [more inside]
posted by lodie6 at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by lodie6 at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
Wait, so whitetail aren't arboreal?
Where can I find somebody to teach me how to hunt deer? (Next season, in Pennsylvania.) [more inside]
Help find a suitable toy for Oscar the Destroyer
Seeking recommendations for stuffing-free plush dog toys that don't have any "removable" parts. [more inside]
posted by elpea at 5:59 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by elpea at 5:59 PM PST - 6 comments
help me enjoy my weekend!
Philly philter: where can I, a mid-20s chick traveling solo, get a few drinks and/or a nice meal around Center City, without looking to out of place? [more inside]
Help me unlock the Mysteries of the Sacred Shortbread!
Why is this shortbread so much better than any I've ever tried? [more inside]
posted by small_ruminant at 5:18 PM PST - 63 comments
posted by small_ruminant at 5:18 PM PST - 63 comments
Shirts and Blazers for big-armed women
Where can I find blazers and button-up shirts which fit over my sizeable arms? [more inside]
What are these movies called?
Help me remember the names of movies about an amnesiac violinist, a guy who follows people, and a snowy place. [more inside]
posted by AlexanderPetros at 4:13 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by AlexanderPetros at 4:13 PM PST - 12 comments
How do I record a decent podcast?
How do I record a podcast? [more inside]
Drywall hanging in earthquake country
I'd like to hang a 15 lb framed painting on drywall in an earthquake-proof way. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by benzenedream at 3:59 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by benzenedream at 3:59 PM PST - 17 comments
What options does my Argentine boyfriend have to move back with me and find work in the United States?
What options does my Argentine boyfriend have to move back with me and find work in the United States? [more inside]
posted by inatizzy at 3:52 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by inatizzy at 3:52 PM PST - 9 comments
Faculty bloggers?
Are you a faculty member of a college or university who has a blog or used to blog or even just know professor's blogs that you could tell me about? Gigantic bonus if said blogging is outside of the United States.
Is it okay for a cat to live on hamburger alone?
Is it okay for a cat to live on hamburger alone? How can we get her to quit bugging us? [more inside]
posted by PersonAndSalt at 3:15 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by PersonAndSalt at 3:15 PM PST - 54 comments
Wireless 360 solution on the cheap
Are there any cheap & easy alternatives to the official Microsoft wireless adapter for the original Xbox 360? [more inside]
What bit my mother?
I think something bit my mother's finger. What was it? [more inside]
Installing a bathroom exhaust fan out of a window
How can I vent a bathroom exhaust fan out of the window without it looking hideous? [more inside]
Gender nonconformity and sexuality
How strong is the correlation between non gender conformity and homosexuality? [more inside]
posted by antgly at 2:14 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by antgly at 2:14 PM PST - 34 comments
Do I need to send a transcript from the grad school I dropped out of to the grad school I want to attend?
Two years ago, I dropped out of a grad school program after only one semester. This winter, I want to apply to new grad school programs in an unrelated field. In my application, do I need to include an official transcript from my abandoned program? [more inside]
My computer shut down right after I finished a paragraph. Can I recover it?
Possibly a waste of a question but can you recover lost text in Word before it saved? [more inside]
posted by tweedle at 2:06 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by tweedle at 2:06 PM PST - 5 comments
I think i should fire my contractor, but don't know how to protect myself.
I want to fire my contractor, who is doing a sloppy and unsatisfactory job of renovating my bathroom. I've never been a situation like this before (of hiring someone to do work on my home, and also of firing somebody) and could use some advice from people who have been through this process on whether or not i should fire him, and if i should, how to go about it with minimal collateral damage. [more inside]
I like the following TV shows. Please recommend some comics and webcomics.
If I like the ensemble comedy shows like Arrested Development, Parks and Recreation, Community, Party Down, and Archer, what comics/webcomics would I enjoy? [more inside]
Oh, Internet Explorer, how I despise you
Oh, Internet Explorer, how I despise you. I'm de facto webmaster for a small Center at a well-known university. I made a web page that, IMO, looks much nicer than the one we have now. Of course it's not properly displaying in IE, but looks fine in Chrome and Firefox. Any idea what code I need to throw in there to make things render okay in IE? Please please don't say I have to go back to a fixed-width wrapper and absolute positioning. Full disclosure: I'm a librarian, not a web designer. 100% self-taught with the HTML and the CSS and all this nonsense. Don't tell me to hire a web designer, because then I won't have a job. (warning, selflinks inside) [more inside]
posted by booknerd at 1:27 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by booknerd at 1:27 PM PST - 20 comments
Fuzzed out keyboard bands?
Looking for poppy indie bands/songs that use fuzzy or heavily distorted keyboards. [more inside]
posted by windbox at 1:24 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by windbox at 1:24 PM PST - 29 comments
Have your heard mulled wine referred to by the name "whiskey?"
I was looking at an Icelandic book of recipes from 1858 that is largely based on Danish cookbooks and in it there's a recipe for "whiskey" which is made from tea, sugar, lemonjuice and white wine. This isn't terribly similar to glühwein or glögg, but not entirely dissimilar. My question is, does anyone know why this is referred to as "whiskey" in the recipe book? Has anyone heard any kind of European mulled wine referred to by that name? Or know another name for mixed wine and tea drinks? I've put the recipe inside. [more inside]
If the whole world's a stage, I definitely need better lighting
There's something about the mirrors - or the light - or both, in certain places that's really flattering. What is it? [more inside]
Zany last-minute gift exchange gift?
What creative, outlandish gift can my friend get at the last minute for a white elephant Christmas gift exchange that is being held this evening? [more inside]
posted by greenmagnet at 1:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by greenmagnet at 1:01 PM PST - 14 comments
Changing fields and schooling? Which comes first?
I want to pursue microbiology but I'm not a science major. I'm 25 now and I just took my GRE in Nov. I'm working on my personal statement for grad school. I've had very little experience in labs...would it make more sense to get working experience first before school? [more inside]
What are the numbers on website use for poor medical patients?
A medical organization that serves 1) the elderly and 2) economically disadvantaged people in general would like me to justify, using demographics data, the cost of a new website. [more inside]
posted by circular at 12:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by circular at 12:27 PM PST - 6 comments
My oven goes boom
Why did my oven make a loud banging noise? Is this dangerous? [more inside]
Is soy a cancer risk?
Is there a definitive medical consensus on the risk of cancer from eating soybeans? [more inside]
posted by nomadicink at 12:10 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by nomadicink at 12:10 PM PST - 26 comments
I like fungus in the form of truffles, mushrooms and bleu cheese... NOT IN MY BATHTUB!
Do you have a whirlpool/jacuzzi type bathtub? How do you clean its guts? [more inside]
Showing all posts from a given day, in list form.
PHP/AJAX gurus: Please help me figure something out. Want to display all Wordpress posts from a single day, but want it to be as sexy and intuitive as possible. [more inside]
Gift for an old school manly man?
Gift ideas for my manly man husband: hunting gear and/or classic old school stuff 'like my dad used to have'? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 11:39 AM PST - 50 comments
posted by kitcat at 11:39 AM PST - 50 comments
Where are the good job sites?
What are the best online sites for job hunting - specifically technical sales and marketing (software sales, hardware, etc). I got blind sided by a layoff on Monday. I've spent the last two days working my network and now it's time to start hitting the job sites. What are the good ones? I haven't had to do this in about 6 years. My initial reaction is that the job sites aren't any better, and maybe are worse, than I remember.
posted by COD at 11:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by COD at 11:15 AM PST - 7 comments
Should I sell my 350d and buy a Powershot G12?
Should I sell my 350d and buy a Powershot G12? [more inside]
Naked meat or shrink-wrapped meat?
In an ordinary supermarket, is there really any difference between the meat sold in the butcher case and the meat that's wrapped in plastic in the regular meat section?
("About three bucks a pound" is my reflex answer too. I'm curious about quality.)
posted by scratch at 11:00 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by scratch at 11:00 AM PST - 7 comments
interfaith for the faithful and faithless
Are there any organizations, non-profits, etc. that support or encourage building relationships and positive dialogue between atheists/agnostics and various religious groups? Like interfaith organizations, but including the faithless.
Many Little Mics != One Mic To Rule Them All?
Is there an HDR equivalent for audio tracks? Can several low-to-reasonable quality recordings of a single event be merged into one high-quality recording? [more inside]
Shedding down jacket makes me sad.
My long down coat sheds, and I end up at work with feathers all over me. Is there a way to fix this? Seal it? [more inside]
Dell Vostro 3700 nVidia graphics not working under linux
I just purchased a Dell Vostro 3700, and the nVidia card won't work under linux. [more inside]
posted by chundo at 10:18 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by chundo at 10:18 AM PST - 7 comments
Can anyone remember the name of a puzzle game I played via a yahoo group in the early 2000s?
Can anyone remember the name of a puzzle game I played via a yahoo group in the early 2000s? Every week, they'd send a logic-type puzzle that was part of a larger mystery. I never solved the last two, and I wish I had. I'd love to give it another shot if this game is still online somewhere. [more inside]
posted by lesli212 at 10:11 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by lesli212 at 10:11 AM PST - 3 comments
Incarcerated on a foreign planet
SF book filter: Looking for a poorly remembered book. Plot involves a drifter, maybe called Billy. Meets a stranger, goes into space and is incarcerated in a very narrow space. He gets out by turning around and finding the weak spot in his cells mortar. The idea of the incarceration is that you can move into somebody else's body, if its mind has left it. Any suggestions?
Shims to level a washing machine?
What should we use as shims to go under our new washing machine? Apparently Samsung does not manufacture legs long enough to level their machines on our basement floor, so we need to put something under it. What do you suggest for a stackable material that won't compress too much over time and won't shift under the vibration?
Help me find a personal offsite data backup service.
Help me find a personal offsite data backup service. [more inside]
Is flying without photo ID a nightmare?
How terrible is it to board a plane without a photo ID? I plan to fly to another state in late December and have no picture ID. I will have photocopies of my birth certificate and social security card. I know flying without photo ID is technically legal, but can be a huge pain. Has anyone done this before? [more inside]
Space Is The Place...Except At Work
How do I handle a nosy and pushy coworker while I plan my next step? [more inside]
Looking for an inexpensive way to print a small quantitiy of letterhead
I'm looking to have some paper with custom letterhead printed up. I have design ideas, and I'd like to submit the designs for a bulk printing of 50-200 sheets. Should I just use a local copy shop, or are there decently priced online options? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief at 9:44 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by filthy light thief at 9:44 AM PST - 2 comments
Mobile Health Exams
Any experiences with competency of mobile health exams; "Ultrasound Testing" screening for heart , arteries, blood chemistry. Rolling bus like exam facility scheduled in my area next week travelling under the name "Healthfair".
Sexual Harassment in SF&F Fandom
You're at a science-fiction and fantasy convention. As you peruse the programming schedule, you come across a panel titled "Sexual Harassment in SF&F Fandom (one hour)". What would you expect to learn from that panel? [more inside]
posted by magstheaxe at 9:37 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by magstheaxe at 9:37 AM PST - 28 comments
What is this classical melody? Wagner?
What is
this theme that's stuck in my head? I haven't found it on musipedia, shazam and google. Part of me wants to say Wagner, but what piece?
posted by stereo at 9:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by stereo at 9:36 AM PST - 6 comments
Is my job killing me?
I'm pursuing a career, but is it at the cost of the rest of my life? [more inside]
posted by beefetish at 9:36 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by beefetish at 9:36 AM PST - 13 comments
sum group by in spreadsheet
How do I do a "sum group by" of data in osx numbers program? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark at 9:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by H. Roark at 9:34 AM PST - 8 comments
how do you heal something with no air?
How do I get this skin to heal when it's in a fold? Semi-NSFW [more inside]
posted by OrangeDrink at 9:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by OrangeDrink at 9:29 AM PST - 15 comments
You bastard! ... file. Or "second cut" file. Not sure.
Where can I purchase a half-inch (.5" or 1/2") diameter, rounded bastard file? My dad needs this for his specific woodworking and sculpting. [more inside]
posted by metajc at 9:16 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by metajc at 9:16 AM PST - 4 comments
Everyone told us this never happens ...
Our unpermitted bathroom remodel, currently ongoing, has been reported to the city. Now what? [more inside]
Help me transfer some video, then muck with it.
Help me transfer some video, then muck with it. [more inside]
FTP on my MAC. Help!
FTP on a mac using "Connect to Server." Why isn't this working? [more inside]
posted by goatdog at 8:33 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by goatdog at 8:33 AM PST - 4 comments
Keeping comments visible in Microsoft Word 2007 pdfs
I'm trying to save a document as a pdf in Microsoft Word 2007 in such a way that comment ballons (which are visible in the document) also show up in the pdf. Google isn't helping me find a solution. [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 8:30 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 8:30 AM PST - 7 comments
Non-traditional holiday music help needed!
I'm playing a Christmas/Holiday show in a couple of weeks along with a bunch of other performers. I really can't stand Christmas music. Halp! [more inside]
Winter vacation in...Seattle?
Thinking of a mini-vacation in January. In Seattle. Am I crazy and... [more inside]
posted by JoanArkham at 8:26 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by JoanArkham at 8:26 AM PST - 24 comments
Text-Based Adventure Wanted
Please Help Me Find (Yet Another) Text-Based Adventure [more inside]
How to get the best price when dates of travel are unimportant?
I want the cheapest possible flight to London from California. [more inside]
How to increase stamina and improve cardiovascular system.
I do Kyokushin karate, but my stamina burns up too quickly. What's wrong with my stamina or cardiovascular system, and how do I improve them (or at least increase my stamina)? [more inside]
Best way to webcast an event for my elderly relatives?
I'm defending my dissertation (in the EU) next week and my grandparents and elderly uncles/aunts (in the US) won't be able to attend. They would, however, like to have a little party in their own homes at the same time and experience the event simultaneously. [more inside]
What kind of greenhouse for zone 5?
Our school in Salt Lake City is fundraising to build a greenhouse - what should we consider related to the actual construction/type of greenhouse? [more inside]
Super last minute travel after Xmas - possible?
Post-Xmas/Pre-NY last-minute travel opportunities from Toronto or Buffalo: is this a possibility or am I crazy? I was hoping for a 3-4 day beach destination, booked for next-day travel, for around $500/pp. How do I find last-last-last minute bookings? [more inside]
Recommendations for a stand-alone DVD duplicator
I'm looking for a rock-solid stand-alone DVD duplicator. [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep at 7:45 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 7:45 AM PST - 4 comments
When did they get married?
How do I find a record of the marriage of two now-deceased people? Challenge: They were married in New York City [more inside]
What non-toxic material is best to fix a coffee pot?
I have a leak in my coffee pot's water tank, and upon examination, I cant see where the leak is coming from (meaning that the whole bottom generally gets too wet to detect the crack). I was thinking I would run a thin bead of some kind of material around the bottom of the tank to attempt to seal it back up. My question is: what kind of material would you recommend that would not pose any toxin problem in case the tank water comes into contact with it? It would also have to be generally heat tolerant as the coffee pot heats up under there.
posted by howa2396 at 7:29 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by howa2396 at 7:29 AM PST - 5 comments
Can I obtain company registration number information by address or director name?
UK: Can I obtain company registration number information by address , director name or any other means? [more inside]
posted by gadha at 7:14 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gadha at 7:14 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for a royalty-free license agreement
I'm looking for a template for a royalty-free license agreement for photography. [more inside]
posted by ukdanae at 6:58 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ukdanae at 6:58 AM PST - 3 comments
What is the purpose of training peripheral vision?
I overheard someone describing how he was trained to use his peripheral vision in the army. What's the purpose of that? [more inside]
Holiday destination from London?
Where should I go for a short holiday from London in December? [more inside]
posted by TheophileEscargot at 5:31 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by TheophileEscargot at 5:31 AM PST - 25 comments
Where are all the cell phone towers, long time passing?
Where are cell phone towers located, in NYC and the five boroughs? [more inside]
Alternatives to Google Docs
I'm getting very frustrated with how Google Docs handles large documents. The larger the document, the slower it seems to get. What have your experiences been with alternatives to Google Docs? Which would you recommend? [more inside]
back-to-life techniques
Methods used to revive the dead, from myth/fiction/film/history... [more inside]
Darting shirts - worthwhile?
If I take all my dress shirts to a tailor and get darts put in will they look better? [more inside]
posted by Silentgoldfish at 3:55 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Silentgoldfish at 3:55 AM PST - 15 comments
Wire me up.
What things do I need to know before I buy speaker wire? [more inside]
Do you start your morning with a bracing shower?
After your morning warm/hot shower, you crank the water to cold and shower, albeit quickly, in cold water.
Why on earth do you do that? [more inside]
posted by From Bklyn at 3:22 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by From Bklyn at 3:22 AM PST - 42 comments
Ta shuo de bu hao.
MS Word won't display Chinese characters correctly for me. It claims the font for the characters is Arial, and when I paste the characters into a search dialog box, they display correctly, but in situ in the document they appear as placeholder boxes. Screenshot. (WinXP, SP3, Office 2002) WTF?
posted by IAmBroom at 1:49 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by IAmBroom at 1:49 AM PST - 2 comments
What questions should I ask a lawyer to ensure care of my mother's health issues?
What questions should I ask a lawyer to ensure care of my mother's health issues? [more inside]