April 2012 Archives
April 30
Cinch that corset like I'm Scarlett O'Hara
Everyday shapewear for the plus-sized woman? [more inside]
posted by brina at 11:09 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by brina at 11:09 PM PST - 16 comments
Its a total eclipse of the Hrothgar
Falling in love all over again: help me re-learn the Battletech fluff. [more inside]
posted by Slackermagee at 10:46 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Slackermagee at 10:46 PM PST - 12 comments
How can I overcome my fear of men?
Help! What to do with "our" stray cat?
Help! What to do with "our" stray cat? [more inside]
I wanna be translated
I'm interested in translating someone's dissertation/book from Spanish to English. Is there some way I can make this happen? If so, how do I go about it? [more inside]
Olympic fail.
I've just booked an international trip with a 3/4-day layover on the way home. Great, I think, I can spend some time in the city, get a cheap hotel, see a few friends for dinner and then get some sleep and a shower before my trip home - easy! Problem: after booking the trip, I realize I will be in London during the Olympics, and hotel prices have accordingly skyrocketed. I am on a grad student budget. Help me find a decent place to stay - ideally not in a shared room - that won't kill my budget? [more inside]
What image size do I need to print a 4'x4' photograph?
DIY Photo Art Question: I would like to have a photograph or image professionally printed onto canvas or good print-quality paper, about 4' x 4'. What do I need to know? [more inside]
One-Time Cloud Backup of Archives
Help me do a one-time "cloud" back-up of archived text files and stuff in order to supplement my Time Machine backup. I use a Mac. [more inside]
How to be notified that I didn't receive a scheduled email?
How does your computer say that you didn't get an email that you were expecting to get? [more inside]
posted by enfa at 8:24 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by enfa at 8:24 PM PST - 7 comments
I'm Partial to the Salmon and Shrimp Flake, Myself
Inspired by this post about retirement savings, I'm using my question to ask something I've always wondered about: where did the trope about senior citizens eating cat food come from? [more inside]
posted by sfkiddo at 8:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sfkiddo at 8:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Did I give my boyfriend cavities?
I had untreated cavities. Now my boyfriend has cavities and his dentist blames me and says we shouldn't kiss. To what degree is this true? [more inside]
posted by elklet at 7:55 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by elklet at 7:55 PM PST - 28 comments
Adoption List Now?
Get on an adoption list? [more inside]
Alcoholics Anonymous Groups for people of Asian descent in the USA?
Can anyone tell me about Narcotics Anonymous/Alcoholics Anonymous Groups for people of Asian descent in the USA? I'm not finding anything on google. If anyone can give me information about groups in the Boston area, that would be particularly helpful. Also, if anyone who has actual helpful experience (as opposed to people who just want to speculate) can give me the straight dope as to why I'm not finding AA groups for people of Asian descent, I'd be grateful.
posted by shushufindi at 7:35 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by shushufindi at 7:35 PM PST - 11 comments
First-time parents + shopping = nightmare!
So. We are going to be new parents by the end of September. Yay! Thrilled, scared, worried? Yes, yes and yes!
The problem is that I do not enjoy shopping. Shopping for myself is hard enough. But shopping for new baby? Overwhelming! And so I am turning to the collective wisdom here. Experienced parents: any time/money saving tips, hints and recommendations would be most welcome. [more inside]
Library Music
I recently received a request to use a photo I posted on flickr for the cover of an album of 'library music'. The person asking for permission stated that he's "...working on an independent production music album...." What are such collections?
posted by Kronos_to_Earth at 7:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Kronos_to_Earth at 7:21 PM PST - 6 comments
Quick camping trips from Lancaster
Where are some great places to camp within an hour or two of southeastern PA? [more inside]
How to get an oxygen tank in the stroller.
Our baby is nearly coming home from the NICU, and the doctors have told us more than likely he will have to come home with an oxygen tank. We already bought a pram/stroller for him before we knew about this, now we aren't sure if we can fit the oxygen tank with the pram/stroller we have. I think its going to be a class D oxygen tank. Do we need a new pram or can we attach the tank somehow? [more inside]
Help me kick out the jams
Looking for a DJ controller that includes a soundcard for under $200. Ideally, it will be compatible with Traktor 2 and have bass/mid/treble controls. [more inside]
How do I fix my social reputation at work?
What would you suggest for improved social skills, fitting in, decreased awkwardness, and undoing a reputation for being annoying at work? I'd especially love help for nerds with social anxiety who need to fit in with mainstreamy socialite sorts of people. [more inside]
Spooky cellphone interference
Walking down the street on a cellphone, my reception cuts out and I hear a different voice through the earpiece, very briefly, say something like "... three months..." It sounds like an advertisement. The person on the other end heard nothing, and the call wasn't dropped. What the heck happened? [more inside]
posted by BungaDunga at 6:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by BungaDunga at 6:41 PM PST - 6 comments
"City of Brotherly Food" is the best I could do :(
It's that time again: Name my X, for values of X close to "food blog". Focused on cooking, some posts about restaurants and alcohol. I'm trying to focus locally, so Philadelphia flavor in the name a big plus. [more inside]
posted by your mom's a sock puppet at 6:37 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by your mom's a sock puppet at 6:37 PM PST - 19 comments
Where to travel in less than 7 days
I have one week of vacation time, front-loaded, at my new job. I would like to use it to go somewhere fun with my man. I would be leaving from the Pacific Northwest. [more inside]
Housework Blues
I'm confused about how to equitably split up housework. I am messier than my spouse, and to him this means I should do all the housework. Help! [more inside]
How many individual skulls would it take to make a chair for a six foot person?
How many individual skulls would it take to make a chair for a six foot person? [more inside]
posted by absalom at 6:34 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by absalom at 6:34 PM PST - 15 comments
Gift ideas for Winnipeg or the Arctic
I need ideas for gifts I could pick up from Winnipeg that are interesting and unique for my sisters? [more inside]
Keep it Clean
Need an evergreen tree/ shrub for the corner of the house- the catch is that the sewer clean out is about 3ft from the front of the house and about 4ft on the diagonal from the corner of the house. We need something whose roots won't invade the clean out.
I think I need a lawyer for a liability case (Detroit area)
How can I determine the best way to find a lawyer to work on a consumer liability case that is not the stereotypical ambulance chaser, slip and fall guy? All I want is what is fair. I am in the Detroit (Northern) suburbs.
posted by Drasher at 5:58 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Drasher at 5:58 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me eat and drink more flowers!
I love food and drinks with floral flavors. How can I incorporate more delicious floral foods and beverages into my life? [more inside]
posted by oblique red at 5:43 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by oblique red at 5:43 PM PST - 44 comments
Japanese term for leverage
What it the correct term for "leverage" in Japanese? (Financial leverage, or the figurative meaning of leverage"
Please give me spelling in roman characters.
Make a Bored Dad in France into a Sophisticate
Mefi French Folk and Francophiles, please help out my dad! My dear dad is stuck in the little town of Argenton Chateau (recently renamed Argenton Vallee)- which I think is about 50 km away from Tours, I think, and Angers , I think, and just south of the Loire Valley, I think. He has nothing to do all day but read his Kindle and sit at the local cafe while my mom is in a painting class in the little village for the next three weeks. Do you have recommendations for day trips and sights in the area? [more inside]
Optimist in love with a pessimist. Any tips?
Optimist in love with a pessimist. Any tips? [more inside]
posted by JoannaC at 4:37 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by JoannaC at 4:37 PM PST - 21 comments
Making room for a cutie mark
Help me get what's left of a magnet off my car's butt! [more inside]
Solid Gold
Radio, radio filter. I want to learn about the history of radio programming formats. [more inside]
I want to start writing a journal. Can you recommend me some kind of journaling software?
I want to start writing a journal. Can you recommend me some kind of journaling software? [more inside]
Press up/right/select to scale the Stairway to Heaven
Are there examples of video games inspired by popular music? [more inside]
Looking for sites that post daily lists of curated links
What are some sites/blogs that post a daily or weekly list of interesting links? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 3:54 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by reenum at 3:54 PM PST - 21 comments
Time sheets AND multi-task tracking in one software solution?
Is there software that will allow me to run both timesheets and multiple tasks concurrently? [more inside]
I got a new job! Oh god, now what!
New Job Filter- Starting a management position in a completely new field. Not expecting to receive a lot of industry training. How would you approach the position and your first few weeks on the job? Snowflakiness inside... [more inside]
posted by Draccy at 3:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Draccy at 3:46 PM PST - 4 comments
POANG VS. CURTAIN => HÅL
Giving a yellow card when it doesn't affect play. Does it ever happen?
Football (soccer): if a player does a cautionable offence (or an offense that has been repeated enough times to warrant a caution), but it does not affect the run of play at all, can they still be given a yellow once the ball is out of play? Examples inside. [more inside]
Do the Feds give a Salary boost for honors societies?
Will membership in the college honor society Phi Alpha Theta really boost your federal government salary? [more inside]
TMJ, or Scamsville USA?
How much would my mention of the phrase 'TMJ' (a jaw disorder) to a dentist affect his decision to attribute my toothache to grinding rather than to tooth decay?
I am worried that I am about to be scammed, due to the fact that (i) my aching tooth (and that tooth alone) has obvious decay, and (ii) that a new dentist was able to attribute my toothache to grinding before actually looking in my mouth. [more inside]
Best USB Headset?
What is a good-quality USB headset? (Headphones with Microphone)? [more inside]
posted by cell divide at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cell divide at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
Decent "corporate retreat" spaces in metro DC?
Decent "corporate retreat" spaces in metro DC? [more inside]
Is it safe to get multiple vaccines in one day?
Is it safe for my dog to get her core vaccines (rabies, distemper, adenovirus-2 (hepatitis) and parovirus) in one day? Or should we split it and get the rabies vaccine first?
Empathic Vancouver, BC family lawyer?
Please help me find an empathic Vancouver, BC area family lawyer. [more inside]
Clear Glasses That Aren't Huge?
In search of clear-framed glasses that aren't massive but are awesome. [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 2:00 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by tmcw at 2:00 PM PST - 16 comments
Customized News Alerts
Where can I setup an online news alert that (1) emails the alert to an address of my choice, and (2) allows me to set or customize the email subject line?
Walk like a scam, fast as you can....
I know there are car selling scams. Are there car buying scams? Is this a scam? [more inside]
Just tell me what to eat so I don't have to think about it.
What's the best/easiest way to increase my protein intake when eating is difficult for various complicated reasons? [more inside]
Is AppleCare worth getting for a refurbished iMac?
Is AppleCare worth getting for a refurbished iMac? [more inside]
posted by Grinder at 1:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Grinder at 1:00 PM PST - 13 comments
Where can I take my mom for a fun, relaxing weekend where we can eat, drink (wine!), and be merry?
Northern California wineries and B&B's in either 1) Amador/El Dorado wine country or 2) Napa/Sonoma (that won't break the bank)? [more inside]
Bad psychologist or is it me?
Did I get a bad psychologist or is there a valid reason for a chemical dependency evaluation? [more inside]
posted by lpcxa0 at 12:36 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by lpcxa0 at 12:36 PM PST - 18 comments
Slap me an app....
I need help finding an Android App which will do the following for me: [more inside]
posted by london302 at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by london302 at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
Is this a toy or a birth control device?
What is this mystery object found on the floor of a public bathroom at a Boston Best Buy?
posted by Dragonness at 12:26 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Dragonness at 12:26 PM PST - 17 comments
I've got a bad feeling about this. Is there anything out there like Star Wars Arcade Falcon Gunner.
How do we get out of paying for employer insurance during FMLA?
FMLA-Filter: What counts as officially "returned" to work after the 12 week FMLA for maternity leave? [more inside]
posted by amazingstill at 12:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by amazingstill at 12:10 PM PST - 9 comments
Pros/cons to having "housesitter"?
What would the drawbacks/benefits be to having someone stay in our currently vacant house? [more inside]
posted by stefnet at 12:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by stefnet at 12:09 PM PST - 7 comments
Badass couples?
Who are some real-life badass couples? [more inside]
stopping am phone calls
Is it possible to stop unwanted phone calls when it seems no one is on the other end? The call is coming to our landline (home phone), and we don't have caller id, an answering machine, or any kind of special machine or service that can identify or filter out the calls. This has been an ongoing issue for a few weeks. [more inside]
So they're REALLY bitter, huh?
I've got all these bitter melons and no recipes. Halp! [more inside]
Help my coworker's husband read his email on his phone and computer.
My coworker's husband has an old Mindspring/Comcast email account which he checks on a PC at home. He set up his email account to download only new messages onto a device -- so if he accesses his email account from a phone, he then doesn't see any of these new emails the next time he uses his PC. I have been asked to fix this, and I'm not sure what type of settings he has set up. Do you have any ideas off the top of your head? [more inside]
posted by melodykramer at 11:24 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by melodykramer at 11:24 AM PST - 9 comments
My fiancee and I are buying a house in the next few months, and could use some advice.
My fiancee and I are buying a house in the next few months. We're looking for some financial guidance regarding some tricky judgement calls I have to make in short order. Thanks for any help! [more inside]
posted by amcm at 11:04 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by amcm at 11:04 AM PST - 29 comments
Getting myself prepared to work midnight shift, I need HELP!
How do I best prepare my body to work 3rd shift/midnight shift? Is there anything good to do in the weeks before I begin, and to maintain when I start the work? Any good vitamins, etc. that could be taken? Something healthy to help with staying awake? Some personal info inside... [more inside]
posted by PeppahCat at 10:55 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by PeppahCat at 10:55 AM PST - 19 comments
Seeking Mondrian/Spongebob Sock Mashup
I'm looking for a replacement pair of Spongebob socks - yes, really. It's a mother's day gift, and a replacement for a much-loved pair. They are very tall, thick and soft and warm, sized for an adult, white with a colorful grid pattern like a Mondrian painting (yes, really) interspersed with large yellow squares featuring Spongebob making a face. They had little yellow square plush Spongebob "knobs" or cloth buttons of some kind at the top.
How can a short woman start barbell training?
I am a short (5') female and I want to start barbell training. What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by miniminimarket at 10:48 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by miniminimarket at 10:48 AM PST - 18 comments
The Mighty Avengers vs the Modern World
Will there be a place in the lobby to check cell phones at tomorrow's preview screening of The Avengers at the AMC Empire 25 in NYC? [more inside]
posted by Devoidoid at 10:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Devoidoid at 10:47 AM PST - 11 comments
Best multi-user ACT/SAT prep course?
What is the best ACT/SAT test prep system/program for multiple (20-50) users? [more inside]
Wild paper chase? No, that sucks
Help me pick an amusing name for the not-so-amusing tendency of older lawyers to send their researchers on wide goose chases for half-remembered cases. [more inside]
posted by hayvac at 10:28 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by hayvac at 10:28 AM PST - 22 comments
How do you bring an idea to fruition when you lack the technical skill necessary to do so? And keep credit?
How do you bring an idea to fruition when you lack the technical skill necessary to do so? And keep credit? [more inside]
posted by jumelle at 10:25 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jumelle at 10:25 AM PST - 13 comments
How to help a traumatized friend?
Help me help a friend dealing with trauma/mental health/addiction issues in Georgia. [more inside]
How would you invest $1000/month to get a return of over 2.5% ?Investment forums?
Looking for forums where I can get investment advice. Can you recommend a few active ones?
Also, how would you invest $1000/ month if you knew you were likely to pull out most of the money in approximately 4 years to pay a down payment for say a house? Banks probably give around 2%-3% max. So I imagine the goal here is to get more than 2.5% return. Please don't recommend the type of financial instrument such as mutual funds or index funds. I am looking for something more specific. Like a fund name etc
They lost my car floor mat, should they replace it?
After having my car washed and vacuumed on the weekend, I noticed one of the floor mats is gone. Car wash says they don't have it. Should I just get over it or can I expect them to replace it, and if so, what exactly should I do next? [more inside]
I want to gamify my life with an app.
Help me find an iPhone app and website to "gamify" various things. [more inside]
Seeking tights/leggings that won't "muffin" my "top"...
Looking for a women's (not girl's!) leggings/tights store that is either located in, or ships to, Canada. I am sick of getting fun-looking tights from teeny-bopper type accessory stores that are clearly not made for anyone with curves... [more inside]
posted by groovesquirrel at 9:18 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by groovesquirrel at 9:18 AM PST - 17 comments
Where can I rent a bicycle in Louisville?
Where I can rent a good bicycle in Louisville, Kentucky? [more inside]
Help me fill out a job description.
I was given the task of filling out a job description for a programming environment. Should I respect the history of previous job descriptions when writing out this job description? [more inside]
posted by DetriusXii at 9:09 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DetriusXii at 9:09 AM PST - 9 comments
Yummy vegan sauces?
Looking for vegan sauce recipes to make my healthy meals more appealing. [more inside]
posted by daikon at 9:08 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by daikon at 9:08 AM PST - 28 comments
What should I bring back from Russia?
I am visiting Russia in June - Moscow, St Petersburg and Magadan. What should I buy while I'm there? Which food items, clothing, booze or um anything-at-all are wonderful, affordable and hard to find elsewhere? [more inside]
posted by Marquis at 9:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Marquis at 9:06 AM PST - 12 comments
Buying a briefcase in Italy - where?
Trip to Italy - where is the best location to buy a really nice man's briefcase? [more inside]
What is fun in May to do in Arizona?
Going to phoenix with my Fiancé at the end of May. Whats available to do in Arizona at the end of may? [more inside]
Things to Do in Napa that I Haven't Already Done?
I've got an extra day and a half in Yountville/Napa Valley this weekend; what should I do? Bonus if it's not wine tasting--or at least not the wine tastings I've already done a dozen times. [more inside]
posted by rhiannonstone at 8:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by rhiannonstone at 8:40 AM PST - 9 comments
Need online bookkeeping website
I need a free online bookkeeping / accounting website, can anyone suggest one for a small business? [more inside]
Babies Galore!
What kind of thoughtful yet not-time-expensive gift can I make my sister for her new baby? [more inside]
posted by Liesl at 8:38 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Liesl at 8:38 AM PST - 23 comments
I need a Torg-Over.
I have a bad back, which I think arises due to a combination of 1) weak core muscles; 2) extremely tight hamstrings; and 3) bad posture. I would be very grateful for any tips for addressing these issues. [more inside]
Meditation resources?
I'd like to start meditating to help me live more in the moment, know my body and mind better, reduce stress, and increase my ability to focus and concentrate. What are some mindfulness/meditation resources and guides that can help me accomplish those goals without any woo? [more inside]
Hoe to improve technical writing and presentation skills as an ESL student?
Can you recommend any free/low-cost but reliable online courses/videos/books on technical writing and/or creating decent power point presentations? Also, how do you achieve an academic standard of English when it's not your first language? [more inside]
Nonfiction by women authors
Can you recommend me some great nonfiction books by women authors? [more inside]
Can I make gifts to my spouse to equalize our taxable incomes?
My wife and I file our federal taxes jointly but our Iowa taxes separately. She works part-time and has a fraction of my income. It appears that we would pay lower state taxes if our income was split more evenly between us. Can I make gifts to her (of cash or perhaps shares), deduct them from my taxable income, and add them to her taxable income?
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 7:48 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 7:48 AM PST - 7 comments
Design of Servitude
Recommended resources to learn about service design? [more inside]
Work would be better if
Better workplace - all around suggestions [more inside]
Help me understand: rounding
What logic is Harvest using to round up the hours I've spent on a project? And what should my general practice be regarding rounding? [more inside]
Help me find a quirky and not too expensive hotel in Stockholm.
I'm heading with my partner to Stockholm for a long weekend in June and would love recommendations for a place to stay. We'd like to stay somewhere that won't break the bank but also a bit individual and quirky. For example, I stayed in the CitzenM hotel in Glasgow recently and loved it - it was boutique but at a budget conscious £70-90 per night. I am guessing Stockholm will be a bit pricer than Glasgow so happy to pay a bit more, but that's the sort of place I am looking for. TIA!
And then there's always Supercuts
LonghairFilter: Man with shoulder-length hair ISO $0-$20 trim in NYC. [more inside]
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 6:55 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 6:55 AM PST - 9 comments
What should we do after our troubled teenager has sex with her teacher?
So our teenage daughter slept with her married teacher. Not as much of a disaster as usual with her, but advice would be appreciated. [more inside]
Make my laptop and router get along!
My laptop (and only my laptop) intermittently fails to see my wi-fi network. Please help me solve the problem. [more inside]
posted by afx237vi at 6:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by afx237vi at 6:19 AM PST - 5 comments
Is this a redbud?
I just want it on paper that he stole a security deposit
Just found out that the NYC Statute of Limitations is 6 years. The roommate stole my security deposit 6.5 years ago. Is it too late? [more inside]
Loss for words
How do I fix a soured relationship? [more inside]
Donating an iPad
Donating an iPad for use by kids with disabilities. [more inside]
Nonfiction Books About Prison Life?
Nonfiction books about the prison experience? [more inside]
Can I sell an iPhone app without creating a company?
I've written an iPhone app. I'm in the UK. Do I need to start a company to sell it? [more inside]
posted by Mwongozi at 3:29 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Mwongozi at 3:29 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I dissuade this young woman from hitch-hiking?
What should I tell my sister-in-law about hitch-hiking? [more inside]
posted by From Bklyn at 2:33 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by From Bklyn at 2:33 AM PST - 21 comments
Looking for a Toronto seamstress.
Looking for a good, affordable seamstress/ tailor/ dressmaker in Toronto to take in, and possibly reproduce, an adored dress. [more inside]
Alumni management for dummies
I'm looking for a low-cost web service for managing a (very) small alumni database. [more inside]
April 29
Help me stop thinking about hot girls
I get obsessed with pretty girls to the point that they get distracting. How do I stop and does this mean something more? (I am female.) [more inside]
How can we watch live basketball at home, just for a month?
What's the cheapest way I can watch live basketball coverage in my one home? I'm in California, and a Charter cable internet customer. Complication: I only want a month of access. [more inside]
Turning a huge collection of digital photos into prints
What is an easy solution for someone who takes a lot of photos and would like to print all of them--or create a printed photo book--WITHOUT putting a lot of effort into it? [more inside]
Other bags similar to Outlier Minimal Backpack?
Do you know of any backpacks similar to the Outlier Minimal backpack? Attributes in order of importance to me are are:
1) extreme light weight (the one from Outlier is paper-thin)
2) pocket-stuffable/foldable
3) sleek minimal modern anonymous look (like all of outlier's stuff)
posted by thedaniel at 8:46 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by thedaniel at 8:46 PM PST - 15 comments
How does the French curriculum work in U.S. schools?
We are considering enrolling our son in kindergarten at a French immersion school in the U.S. where teachers from the Francophone world follow the French curriculum. If anyone out there has experience with a school like this, I'd love to hear about your experience. [more inside]
Do I rat him out?
Would it be unprofessional to tell my editor that it is my co-author's fault that our book manuscript is (once again) going to miss it's delivery deadline? Or is the right thing to do to keep telling her that "we" aren't ready? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 8:28 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by lollusc at 8:28 PM PST - 22 comments
In the days before CGI, you could tell something amazing was going to happen by the change in the grain.
I'm looking for examples of the craziest, weirdest, most wonderful uses of optical printing effects in movies. Whether Hong Kong action flick or European fantasy movie, what are the most stunning or bizarre uses of the optical printing process that you've seen on screen?
Worker bee lost in between beehives....
GTD Filter: How has GTD helped you in your experience of unemployment? I'm looking for a system to organize my thoughts, structure my time, and keep me working toward goals without losing steam. Google-fu is failing me, thanks in advance! [more inside]
Ekornes Repair in Woodinville, WA?
Leather furniture repair in Woodinville, WA? Help me fix my Ekornes recliner! [more inside]
Does my cat have stomatitis?
Filename, filename(1), filename(2), filename(3)
Help me delete duplicate files on an an eternal HD used to back up a Windows 7 laptop. [more inside]
posted by lulu68 at 7:22 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by lulu68 at 7:22 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me identify the names of these three movies.
Please help me find the names of three vaguely recalled movies from my past: a teen flick from the 80s, a dubbed (possibly Italian) horror film from the 70s, and a scifi adventure from the 60s (maybe)? [more inside]
posted by coolxcool=rad at 7:05 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by coolxcool=rad at 7:05 PM PST - 13 comments
Help me watch my games on my TV, as it was meant to be.
Looking for programs that will reliably change .mkv files to files watchable on a PS3 or iPad. [more inside]
posted by Ghidorah at 6:40 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Ghidorah at 6:40 PM PST - 23 comments
This won't end well and it's really not helping anyone
I believe that my parents are about to make a terrible financial mistake by purchasing a house for my sister. When I bring up my objections, they assume it is because I am jealous and they get defensive. How can I express my concerns in a way in which they will listen, and not just brush my concerns off? [more inside]
What programming environments provide the level of navigation, analysis, and refactoring power for their languages that Eclipse does for Java?
What programming environments provide the level of navigation, analysis, and refactoring power for their languages that Eclipse does for Java? [more inside]
Home based business tax write offs when you don't own the home
Can you write off renovations to your home on your taxes for a home based business if you don't own or rent the residence? [more inside]
Mythical and mysterious places of the Bay Area (and CA)?
San Francisco Bay Area (and CA) - can you think of any mysterious, or interesting or secret places? Legends/myths? Strange rewards for a bit of driving, or walking, or an ExpeditionTM of Discovery, etc? Difficulty: not looking for woo, or establishments of commerce, no-matter how good hole-in-the-wall-food may be :) Examples inside... [more inside]
What would you do with a million dollars? "Nothing."
Is Ambition required for Success? Is it possible to be too well adjusted? What if you don't like what you're good at? I have been struggling with the concepts of ambition and achievement in regard to self-esteem and a sense of self-worth (warning: long, vague) [more inside]
Pupa ID
Entomology filter: Can anybody ID this interesting pupa that I found in my back yard. [more inside]
posted by Confess, Fletch at 5:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Confess, Fletch at 5:09 PM PST - 7 comments
Question about interviewing the interviewers
Question about interviewing the interviewers: International differences?..I was taught at uni that its a good idea to treat the interview as a bit of a test run, in other words interview the interviewers to see if you really would like the job that is being offered by asking a few interesting questions etc....but when I tell people (In Australia) about this idea they are horrified and seem to think that's a sure fire way to talk yourself out of a potential job.
What do mefites think? Can anyone give me a good rationale why you should pretend you are interviewing the employer? Was I taught the wrong thing? Am I explaining it wrong?
posted by sparkle55 at 4:25 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by sparkle55 at 4:25 PM PST - 18 comments
What is going on with my sinuses?
What is going on with my sinuses? [more inside]
Cat scratch fever in the FACE
What can I expect while healing a facial laceration that required stitches? [more inside]
posted by bedhead at 3:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bedhead at 3:41 PM PST - 15 comments
High school problems
I am a teenager who needs advice about school and the realities of it from Normal People. [more inside]
Relationship with stepparent after a parent's death
Did you maintain a relationship with a stepparent after your biological parent passed away? What was it like? [more inside]
Help me before I destroy my bathroom sink.
Plumbing - I need to replace the gasket and o-ring in this faucet, but I'm stumped on how to take it apart. Help! The handle was easy, but the body refuses to budge. The ceramic body & metal base move with a lot of resistance, but not in a way that suggests unscrewing. The top flange is immovable, but with no space to wedge in a screwdriver to pry it off. Ideas? Front view & Top View. Thank you!
posted by swngnmonk at 3:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by swngnmonk at 3:30 PM PST - 4 comments
Etiquette concerning dying my own hair in between salon visits.
How do I approach dying my own hair between visits to my stylist? [more inside]
posted by jorlyfish at 3:23 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by jorlyfish at 3:23 PM PST - 15 comments
What do you do when you need to "sort things out"?
What do you do when you need to "sort things out"? [more inside]
posted by Calicatt at 2:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Calicatt at 2:20 PM PST - 7 comments
How do the non-gentry feel about gentrification?
Opinions on gentrification from a gentrified neighborhood's non-gentry residents? [more inside]
How can I stay calm despite wrong statements and irrational people?
How can I stay calm despite wrong statements and irrational people? [more inside]
posted by dr1ft at 1:56 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by dr1ft at 1:56 PM PST - 32 comments
What is the name of an old comic book arcade game?
Trying to find name of an old arcade game with Marvel superheroes, including Captain America. [more inside]
Should I tell them I eventually want to teach?
Should I mention my plan to continue academic research in my interview for a fundraising management job at a small college that is part of a major research university? I have a lot of industry experience and raised strong results. I want to stress that I understand the time pressures but I also do not want to overload myself with more than one back-story. What are your thoughts? [more inside]
Kate MIddleton probably doesn't need to ask this.
How do I care for my new sapphire wedding ring? [more inside]
I can haz sauce?
Help me find sources on German military technology during WW2! [more inside]
posted by Angel of Khaos at 1:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Angel of Khaos at 1:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Getting into chemistry grad school with no chemistry background?
I would like to pursue research in supramolecular chemistry, but I am a couple years out of school and do not have a chemistry background. Also, I lack letters of recommendation. I am certain I cannot get into a decent Ph.D. program, but do I have a shot at getting in a Master's program? Or must I resort to taking classes at a university somewhere? [more inside]
Moar music like Blue Vipers (acoustic swing?)!
I love The Blue Vipers of Brooklyn and would like more music like it! Suggestions? I particularly love them live and acoustic and wish their albums were just recorded in a room with a mic or two - so lower fi is cool; More produced isn't what I want. Also particularly love the vocalist and vocal harmonies (although instrumental is great too). Thanks! [more inside]
Have it good but want it better.
How much is the ability to work from home, anywhere in the world with an internet connection worth? Other job related questions. [more inside]
Robert's Rules of Order vote of 2 items
Following Robert's Rules of Order, what would be the proper procedure for voting between two different actions? [more inside]
posted by Deflagro at 12:41 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Deflagro at 12:41 PM PST - 5 comments
If you love "Spiegel Im Spiegel", you'll LOVELOVELOVE this........
I need a (very specific) music recommendation! [more inside]
posted by Dorinda at 12:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Dorinda at 12:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Examples of surprising data
What are some citable examples in which companies or people might reasonably expect one outcome but find something different or surprising upon actually examining the data? [more inside]
How to teach myself Latin?
I want to teach myself Latin. Where should I start? What are some good resources? Is it feasible? [more inside]
posted by moons in june at 12:11 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by moons in june at 12:11 PM PST - 15 comments
Hitting a lowball out of the park?
What is the optimal way to respond to a low ball salary offer? Situation specifics inside. [more inside]
posted by jimmysmits at 11:26 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jimmysmits at 11:26 AM PST - 16 comments
What other cars should I look out for?
Which cars to look for? My budget is between $5-7k. $10k is the most I can spend, but I prefer an amount closer to $5k. [more inside]
Week old beef broth safe to use?
Week old beef broth, kept in the refrigerator. Safe to use? I'm making a slow cooker recipe with it. [more inside]
posted by bchaplin at 11:07 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by bchaplin at 11:07 AM PST - 13 comments
Powerpoint's acting like Photoshop
Why does Powerpoint display the negative of a picture or otherwise mess up the colors? [more inside]
Author #47 out of 169
How I do I cite a massively multi-authored paper on my CV? [more inside]
posted by googly at 10:20 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by googly at 10:20 AM PST - 10 comments
How should videos be formatted for a video contest using youtube?
I'm organizing a video contest for a group I volunteer with but I don't know a whole lot about video formatting. I want to get people to email the videos to me and then I'll put them up on youtube for public voting. What should I say about quality, formatting and file type to make this possible/easy?
He doesn't love me, and almost certainly never will.
I'm falling in love with my boyfriend, but he doesn't think he'll fall in love with me. Should I end it? [more inside]
How to feel better when I can't see a doctor yet?
I have some sort of cold or other infection and cannot afford to miss classes or assignments this week. How can I alleviate the symptoms (or feel less miserable, at least) until I'm able to see a doctor? [more inside]
Newly Networking
I'm seeing someone who's relatively new to networking in regards to the music industry. What are some red flags he should be watching out for when it comes to meeting people and handling contacts? Most importantly, how do I make sure I don't step out of bounds if I recognize someone has an ulterior motive? Thanks.
Twitter, No Data
Is there a twitter client that will use wifi when its available and sms when its not? [more inside]
Here We Are, Born To be Queens, I'm The Princess of the Universe.
I'm looking for a sword/weapons community that isn't populated by nuts and being Trans/Female isn't going to cause me grief. Does such a place exist? [more inside]
Losing limerence.
How do you get over ten years of limerence? [more inside]
Kissed, haven't told yet.
Kissed a man who is not my man. What now? [more inside]
What are your best homework assignments?
Teachers: what are (or have been) your most effective homework assignments? [more inside]
Eroguro nonsense
Recommend me smart films that celebrate abnormal romance. [more inside]
Looking for a good automatic bill payment solution
Please give me your recommendations and tips on automatic bill paying solutions. I currently use Bank of America's Bill Pay with my checking, but I'm hoping to find something better. [more inside]
posted by forforf at 7:01 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by forforf at 7:01 AM PST - 7 comments
How do you pronounce "visible from orbit" in Latin?
How do you say "Visible from Orbit" in Latin? [more inside]
posted by Doofus Magoo at 6:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Doofus Magoo at 6:42 AM PST - 7 comments
Does anyone know this arcade game?
Can anyone help me identify a vertical-scrolling arcade game from the 80s? [more inside]
posted by Lucien Dark at 5:59 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Lucien Dark at 5:59 AM PST - 12 comments
Scientific literature on Lasik satisfaction and side effects?
I would like links to peer-reviewed literature regarding laser vision correction. [more inside]
Where should we walk in Ireland?
The check's in the mail
Electronic transfers have not replaced checks in the United States to the same degree as in most other Western countries. What are the technical and cultural reasons underlying this?
posted by dave99 at 2:04 AM PST - 50 comments
posted by dave99 at 2:04 AM PST - 50 comments
Should I stay or should I go?
Husband's mental health problems led him to compulsively spend over £27,000 (about $44,000) while I supported both of us for three years. I know he'll work hard on therapy, but I don't know if I should divorce him. Should I try and forgive? [warning, long!] [more inside]
How to find out about in-app purchases
April 28
70s Game Show Theme Music
What 70s game show used Henry Mancini's "March of the Cue Balls" as its theme music? [more inside]
posted by dopeydad at 11:25 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dopeydad at 11:25 PM PST - 4 comments
Limerence in new relationship.
In practice, how can I deal with limerence in the early stages of a relationship? [more inside]
Gold barb massacre.
So this afternoon I added ten gold barbs to my thirty gallon community tank and now (+8 hours) they are all dead. None of my other fish are predatory or aggressive, and certainly not enough so to take out ten new additions in eight hours, and my water chemistry seemed to be compatible. What happened? [more inside]
help me find my job-genres
I have excellent spatial intelligence and ADHD. What jobs would be great for me besides surveying? [more inside]
Buying a parent's house
I want to buy my mom's house. What are the logistics of this? [more inside]
Tell me about the mystery festival I saw today in Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Tell me about the mystery festival I saw today in Sunset Park, Brooklyn [more inside]
posted by nanhey at 7:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nanhey at 7:43 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I transition from a manager to a director role?
How do I get my mind ready to move from manager to director? [more inside]
Please choose my panties....
What are the most amazing underthings you have worn or your lady has worn? Help me choose lingerie that will make me look and feel fabulous! [more inside]
Help me identify a song, please!
Can you help me find a dance-y song that I heard playing in a store? [more inside]
posted by foxhat10 at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by foxhat10 at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
Contacting possible witnesses in advance of a court case?
I was the victim of a hit & run while cycling home from work on Friday. Fortunately me and the bike are both unharmed and there were plenty of witnesses, two of whom in particular I would like to thank for their assistance.
Given that a court case is possible, would it be inappropriate for me, as the victim, to contact them now to express my thanks? [more inside]
Hunting for a new job hunt
What makes for career/life satisfaction? What jobs have it? [more inside]
Everybody's just looking for answers.
As someone who is a fanatic about O Brother Where Art Thou, and practically has it memorized, I can't believe I am asking this but here goes: I was watching it on TV (Might have been TNT but I forget) and the movie had footnotes-one of which has me discombooberated. [more inside]
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 5:38 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 5:38 PM PST - 11 comments
Resuming the expat lifestyle: should I stay or should I go?
I've recently returned to my home country after 12 years overseas. Just as I'm slowly starting to feel settled again after 6 months at home, an unexpected and very attractive job opportunity offers to take me abroad again. Should I resume the expat lifestyle? Of course it's not that simple... [more inside]
On the trail of a female gumshoe
I'm interested in reading some detective fiction with a female protagonist. What titles/authors should I check out? [more inside]
I'm hungry.
Food and friends on food stamps. [more inside]
Zombie vs. Ghoul
What is the difference between a Zombie and a Ghoul? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 5:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 5:12 PM PST - 8 comments
How can a mid-thirties woman in NYC meet single men?
How can a mid-thirties woman in NYC meet single men? [more inside]
Please recommend scanning software for my Fujitsu fi-6130
I have a Fujitsu fi-6130 ADF scanner that I get to keep at home as long as I occasionally use it for work stuff too. I need software recommendations. [more inside]
posted by dogmom at 5:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by dogmom at 5:04 PM PST - 2 comments
Jobs for an Ex-President?
Assume that Barack Obama will not win a second term. What, effectively, will he do with the rest of his life? [more inside]
Help me a find a replacement for a broken vintage mixing bowl
Help me a find a replacement for a broken vintage mixing bowl [more inside]
Performing OCR on a Franktur/Blackletter PDF and getting a searchable image PDF
I have Adobe Acrobat X Pro on Windows 7. Is there any free or inexpensive way to use OCR to create searchable image PDFs from image-only PDFs of texts written in German in Fraktur/Blackletter script? [more inside]
posted by dhens at 3:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by dhens at 3:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Filmgaze
What are the movie equivalents of shoegaze music? [more inside]
posted by naju at 2:58 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by naju at 2:58 PM PST - 26 comments
Need help deleting a folder at "C:\Program" on my Windows machine.
Need help deleting a folder at "C:\Program" on my Windows machine. [more inside]
Can I use an acidic marinade overnight on a whole roast chicken?
Can I marinate (and use a flavor injector to insert marinade into) a whole chicken using this recipe late tonight and then cook the chicken tomorrow night? How long can I marinate a whole chicken with this recipe until I run into problems? [more inside]
Pageviews vs Visitors: Do people really just sit there and reload all day?
On the Lifehacker/Gawker websites, what do the views/viewer numbers really mean? How can articles with 100,000 pageviews only have 10,000 visitors? [more inside]
posted by sdis at 2:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sdis at 2:31 PM PST - 9 comments
Partying with a Pregnant Lady in NYC
Planning a daytime bachelorette party in NYC - with complications! [more inside]
Applied for individual health insurance through BCBS; was given a counter offer based on my medical history - can I negotiate for a better price?
Applied for individual health insurance through BCBS; was given a counter offer based on my medical history - can I negotiate for a better price? [more inside]
Where can I find this Kawa-kawa bag?
Summertime, and the living is extremely hot and sticky oh jesus
How do I choose a good portable air conditioner? Your help is welcome, details inside. [more inside]
How can I get a best selling book(s) published?
Please bear with my premise. I have conceived & rough-edited an original series of art books that I am certain will become extremely popular. They are unique but mainstream; smart but immediate, they have universal appeal, and their content is hard to copy. [more inside]
Crock pot as Sous Vide?
Would a crock pot with a dimmer switch work as sous vide machine? [more inside]
posted by boby at 12:48 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by boby at 12:48 PM PST - 13 comments
How do I preserve a rose?
I have a single yellow rose that I want to preserve. How do I do that? [more inside]
Will a Portabooth work for instruments?
Will something like the Porta-Booth Pro work well for recording instruments or other large noise-making devices? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore at 12:31 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by invitapriore at 12:31 PM PST - 1 comment
Is it worth it?
If something won't be remembered in 10 years, is it worth doing? [more inside]
Android stream and calls
I've had a fantasy about my computer acting as a wireless answering system that I can voice control to answer calls via Skype while listening to streaming music. It's suddenly occurred to me that my smart phone can already do this, or is darn close to it. Is that true, and how could I pull it off? [more inside]
Is it possible (or advisable) to work off a WebDAV server as if it's a local server?
Pending iWork, I'm thinking of setting up a WebDAV server on my Dreamhost account so I can work on the same files from my Mac and iPad using iWork, no matter where I am (i.e. at home, in a cafe etc.) In other words, I want to work off a WebDAV server just as if it's a local server. Am I crazy? [more inside]
I want a TOUGH guitar!
I need an acoustic guitar to incorporate into an art installation. It'll be played roughly (by machines!), rest at an odd angle for years in conditions of unknown temperature and humidity, and be tuned only occasionally. What guitar should I get that won't crack, warp, or otherwise disintegrate under this treatment? Durability is more important than beauty or tone quality. I'm sure an electric guitar would be tougher, but I'd like to stay acoustic if possible. [more inside]
posted by moonmilk at 11:39 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by moonmilk at 11:39 AM PST - 19 comments
An auto-deadlock with an internal release button?
For a household that includes an autistic person, we are looking for an automatic deadbolt lock that will lock the front door both inside and outside, and with a manual button release on the inside of the door that will release the lock? [more inside]
posted by ragtimepiano at 11:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ragtimepiano at 11:12 AM PST - 8 comments
But wait, there's more!
Is there, anywhere, a website or database of actors and actresses who appear in commercials? [more inside]
posted by timsteil at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by timsteil at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
I really like the babysitter!
We have an awesome babysitter for our one year old. And (but) she's also the kind of person who I would make serious efforts to befriend, if she weren't already our babysitter. Mixing business and friendship is not a good idea, right? What would you do? [more inside]
posted by Omnomnom at 10:59 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Omnomnom at 10:59 AM PST - 20 comments
Gigalo wanted
How best to get safe but meaningless hetero sex as a unattractive older woman? [more inside]
What's the best pulp eliminating juicer?
What's the best pulp eliminating juicer? [more inside]
posted by jtothes at 10:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jtothes at 10:41 AM PST - 8 comments
Being Organized
Who is the most organized and efficient person you know? What is their strategy? [more inside]
Should I hold off on seeking treatment under my new health insurance coverage?
Specific pre-existing condition health insurance question. [more inside]
Google should work with Google, no?
I'm having a very strange problem with Google Maps and search keywords. [more inside]
posted by pdb at 10:18 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by pdb at 10:18 AM PST - 2 comments
Who owns problematic footage of 5-year-old me?
I just found some video footage of 5-year-old me on Youtube. It was definitely not posted by my parents. It also features nekkid hippies (I am dressed). Who owns that footage? [more inside]
Why kids need art
What are the most important/relevant research studies and academic journal articles on the topic of art education advocacy? Now that this semester is coming to a close, I'm interested in doing some reading while I still have access to a university library. [more inside]
coming out as ftm
I think I might want to change gender (ftm)... now what? [more inside]
It's the 20s, help me roar
I have a week to buy a good period costume. Help! [more inside]
How to make friends if you're not genuinely interested in them? :(
How to make friends if you're not genuinely interested in them? :( [more inside]
Too Dramatic for a Dramatization?
Another question about a TV memory, but this time more definite. In Pirates of Silicon Valley, was part of the Woz at HP scene edited out of releases after the original TNT debut? [more inside]
How to cool this HOT house???
Just replaced a 50-year-old tar/gravel roof with white shingles. This is in Florida. But now the house is hothothot, heat keeps rising, air-conditioner runs constantly but can't keep up! It's just after noon and 84 degrees in here! The roof is low-hip, the attic is a crawl space insulated to about R-30, there's a turbine on the roof and three passive vents. Still hot! Depressing after writing such a big check. Capable roofer says previous thick layer of tar/gravel probably insulated a lot. But now what's my next step? 1. Would a white latex coating be more cost-effective than a solar-powered vent? 2. Any other suggestions? Whew, and thanks!
posted by fivesavagepalms at 9:26 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by fivesavagepalms at 9:26 AM PST - 16 comments
How much cheaper will a Nikon D7000 be after the replacement model comes out?
Is the Nikon D7000 likely to be replaced this year? If so, how much cheaper will new D7000 bodies be after it happens? [more inside]
Best mushroom stock uses ever
Give me your best mushroom based recipes! Please? [more inside]
posted by wocka wocka wocka at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by wocka wocka wocka at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
Do I want to keep the books?
Bookkeeping: is it a decent gig? [more inside]
What font does the Tabac logo use?
Where was this picture taken?
Where was this picture of Jamie Lee Curtis and Danielle Brisebois taken? [more inside]
posted by Trurl at 7:59 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Trurl at 7:59 AM PST - 2 comments
Disney World FastPass Magic
DISNEY FASTPASS HELP: I need a FastPass Plan for my Disney World Trip. [more inside]
Computer and user accounts
Getting new PC with Win7 for whole family use. How to set up so kids' games and crap doesn't affect me and my wife's work and crap. Partitioning? Different user accounts? Something else? (I'm pretty illiterate on how to do any of that.) [more inside]
I've watched The Killing, should I see Forbrydelsen?
I've accidentally watched the American version of The Killing instead of the original. Is it now worth watching the Danish (Forbydelsen)? [more inside]
posted by jojobobo at 4:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jojobobo at 4:55 AM PST - 8 comments
Chess: how can I best review and learn from my PGN notated games?
Chess: how can I best review and learn from my PGN notated games? I've been playing games on my phone, and I've got the option to export the PGN files. Is there a program I can use to import the games, that will give me easy to follow analysis or suggestions, or is there a forum where people give feedback on uploaded games? I'm not the most advanced chess player, so I'd rather something quite user friendly. Thanks in advance.
SIM /Data while travelling in Italy
Staying in Italy for 3 1/2 months from June to October 2012. The Flashdrake and I need SIM cards for our mobile/cell phones while we are there. I must have data access as well, at least 1GB a month.
The TelCo industry changes so rapidly however, that I hoped that MeFites might help with current options.
In the past we have had not problem with SIM cards overseas, particularly finding the Lebara plans great in Europe as they permitted us to call each other for free. [more inside]
I've watched too many KDramas and now the craving is demanding satisfaction
Help me learn to cook delicious homestyle Korean food, please? [more inside]
posted by Mizu at 3:01 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Mizu at 3:01 AM PST - 11 comments
GLBT in small town Maryland.
I am thinking of moving to the small town of Crisfield, Maryland. I am a (male-to-female) transsexual, and I am wondering how locals will deal with someone like me relocating to their area. Any tips, suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you.
April 27
Why do I have to renew my American citizenship in another country?
My sister told me that I need to renew my citizenship after I become 18. I was born in another country, but I have an American citizenship, my own SSN, since I was born. I don't have a green card. According to my sister, I have to go back to my birth country to renew my AMERICAN citizenship. Is it true? How is renewing my citizenship different than renewing my passport? I talked to my friends (who are over 18) and they said that they never had to renew their citizenship. What is the world is my sister talking about?
Who was the author who described a world where people could get from a parallel world anything that had been put in there by others?
A science fiction writer described a world where people could get from a parallel world anything that had been put in there by others. That's all I know. Who was that author and what was the story's title?
Bought a new car -- can't keep it; can't return it
I've been denied for a car loan retroactively. What are my options? There are complications. [more inside]
posted by robotyoshimi at 11:27 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by robotyoshimi at 11:27 PM PST - 21 comments
Is there a tactful way to let a job know that their interview style turned you off and made you not want the job?
Is there a tactful way to let a job know that their interview style turned you off and made you not want the job? [more inside]
Music similar to Moanin Mambo by the Mingus Big Band
I'm looking for music recommendations similar to The Mingus Big Band playing Moanin' Mambo.
Please help me determine/execute the best action plan for learning to read Japanese
I want to be able to read Japanese. There, I said it.
I know other people in the world have accomplished this feat, so it shouldn't seem so impossible.
But as long as I've been at it, I feel that my progress is excruciatingly glacial, which makes me feel I must be doing it wrong. So I'm here to ask for help.
I have seen the many previous questions about learning to read/speak Japanese. There are so many that I won't link to them here, though I have them open in 50 tabs as we speak, and I promise to go over them carefully once again -- but in the meantime:
Is there a generally agreed upon BEST METHOD for learning to read Japanese? If time and money were not an object, what would get me where I want to be? Am I being unreasonable to expect a higher rate of forward progress? Am I just doing it wrong?? [more inside]
Walking tours in Italy?
I will be backpacking in Rome, Florence, and Pisa this summer. What are the best walking tour operators in those cities? [more inside]
What is the best way to drive in traffic? --bumper-to-bumper or allowing some space?
What is the best way to drive in traffic in order to smooth out the flow and get to your destination quickly? [more inside]
What website am I looking for?
Help me find a find a technology review/buying guide website I stumbled onto several months ago. Instead of giving you reviews for a bunch of different products, it simply picks the best product in a category and recommends that one (very similar http://www.justbuythisone.com/, but based in the US). What is the site I'm looking for? [more inside]
posted by chefscotticus at 8:00 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by chefscotticus at 8:00 PM PST - 3 comments
Let's dance, children!
Dancing with preschoolers! Song suggestions needed. [more inside]
posted by sucre at 7:15 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by sucre at 7:15 PM PST - 25 comments
50sScienceFiction TradingPlaces What was that book?
Yet another ID this SF novel, from no later than the mid-1960s, British, which featured two physically similar guys, from two completely different environemnts, who trade places for a month or two. [more inside]
I know I need a degree, but in what?
I'm 24, I've been kicked out of college twice, and I want a degree that will be a good springboard for going into the guitar effects/amplification field. Also, a >$40k salary starting out would be nice. Is electrical engineering the right fit for what I'm looking for? [more inside]
posted by bumpjump at 6:12 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by bumpjump at 6:12 PM PST - 30 comments
How to automatically degrade jpg quality to fit in a given space
How can I compress/resize thousands of jpgs to fit exactly into the space of a DVD automatically? [more inside]
How do I grow perfect amazing fuji apples in Indiana?
When I was a kid in southeast asia the grocery store had these perfect gorgeous amazing fuji apples. I want to replicate them in the Midwestern united states. How were they produced? [more inside]
posted by steinwald at 5:33 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by steinwald at 5:33 PM PST - 4 comments
Website for a simple two-stage poll/survey?
Website for a simple two-stage poll/survey? [more inside]
Spend down vs. Liability
From a policy perspective, what exactly is the difference between a Medicaid spend down vs. a liability? I work for a healthcare provider, so I know what they are and this question is not about the actual mechanics of paying either from a beneficiary perspective. [more inside]
who owns what?
Joint tenancy or tenancy in common? [more inside]
Nikon D90 or Canon 60d for concert photography?
Canon 60d or Nikon d90 for concert photography? [more inside]
posted by Pericardium at 4:23 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Pericardium at 4:23 PM PST - 15 comments
Winning Lottery Ticket, or Dead End?
I got a ticket for supposedly making a "California Rolling Stop" through a Stop Sign. I paid the ticket, thus pleading Guilty. But I believed I had stopped properly, so I ordered the Police Squad Video from the Records Information Unit. It shows me making a proper and complete stop. [more inside]
noise regulation fail stories needed!
Is there a place (or places) on the internet where people post either 1) their complaints towards noise problems that local noise regulations somehow could not mitigate or 2) their experiences of, say, calling 311 only to find the noise stopped by the time a police responds? Mainly, I am looking for real people rants (letters, stories, etc) that are already in public, that demonstrates the limits to existing noise regulation systems. [more inside]
posted by atetrachordofthree at 4:19 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by atetrachordofthree at 4:19 PM PST - 1 comment
Remember the lap!
Silly gadget help: exercise aid edition. Lap counter recommendations. [more inside]
posted by VikingSword at 4:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by VikingSword at 4:06 PM PST - 11 comments
A pink vintage Laura Ashley dress?
Help me get over anxiety about reading descriptive writing
Does anyone have trouble with/feel intimidated by physical descriptions of unfamiliar landscapes (natural/urban/etc.), settings, costumes, etc. in books? I get bogged down by being unable to get a clear picture of what's going on that it's kept me from reading George R. R. Martin, Tolkien, Dickens (and come to think about it, a lot of books, like the beginning of For Whom The Bell Tolls most recently). Did you get over it? Any suggestions?
Which refi should I choose?
Two refi offers. One through Wells Fargo, which is the current mortgage servicer. Another through CapWest, via Costco. The CapWest one is lower, but I'm wondering if there is anything I'm missing. [more inside]
posted by BleachBypass at 3:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by BleachBypass at 3:33 PM PST - 6 comments
Centralized bank download systems?
Is there a centralized system out there to download transactions from most or all US banks for users of my web application?
posted by Kellster at 3:00 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Kellster at 3:00 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me cover my radiator
Where can I find/how can I put together a safe and economical radiator cover in NYC? [more inside]
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 2:56 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 2:56 PM PST - 8 comments
Making marshmallows, Help!
I'm making some marshmallow treats tonight, but I need some advice. [more inside]
IT future?
I have the opportunity for free education/certification in practically any IT field. Please help me decide the best route.... [more inside]
What color purse should I carry if I will only carry one?
Help me figure out what color purse I should buy to maximize it's versatility with different colors in my wardrobe. [more inside]
posted by pallas14 at 2:27 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by pallas14 at 2:27 PM PST - 28 comments
Identifying urban centers using an algorithm based on topological prominence
Calling geographers: has anyone applied the idea of topological prominence to population density? [more inside]
Wedding reception venue in or near Stamford, CT
We're looking for a low-key wedding reception venue in or near Stamford, CT. It should hold 30-45 people. And, uh, we're getting married this July. [more inside]
posted by 2or3things at 1:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by 2or3things at 1:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Nun? Or libertine?
I'm dealing with depression and don't want to date until my brain is a bit more balanced. In the meantime, should I just completely avoid men, or attempt the FWB thing and hope that neither of us develop feelings for the other? [more inside]
The ins and outs of sex with the Nuvaring
I've looked at every question here dealing with the Nuvaring, and read all the patient information, and yet still I don't know: What does it feel like during sex? [more inside]
What if little Tommy wants to be a girl?
Seeking resources for a friend who is mom to a (possibly transgender) questioning 5-year-old boy. [more inside]
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 12:48 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 12:48 PM PST - 26 comments
Transport 30 people in Chicago half a mile
I need to transport about 30 people half a mile in downtown Chicago very cheaply. It seems like the cheapest thing to do is just get 10 cabs since it's expensive to hire a bus or party-van-thing for one short trip. I was wondering if anyone had any different suggestions or have tried to orchestrate something similar.
Options for labelling an axis when graphing with Excel
Excel graphing question: Is there a way to change the axis labels to something you are not graphing? [more inside]
When the moon hits your eye...
Going to a wedding party tomorrow that includes a pie-baking contest, with prizes! Categories are: prettiest, tastiest and most creative. I am willing to spend hours of my life to go all the way with this contest. 'm looking for recipes, suggestions, decorating techniques, pictures of beautiful pies. Anything. Lay it on me.
What are some good budget fashion sites?
What are some small-ish online stores for budget fashion accessories? [more inside]
Traveling to Everest
Can I touch up my blonde hair at home without impending embarassment?!
Can I keep my hair blonde using at home products? Is there anything I need to know to not screw it up? Can anyone recommend specific products? [more inside]
Buy fat in Philly?
Where can I buy lard and/or beef tallow (to eat) in Philly? Italian Market, right? Is there a butcher you really like and trust that you can recommend? If I want to get some today, by what time do I have to get over there?
How risky is heart surgery for puppies?
What are survival rates like for dogs or puppies undergoing heart surgery? [more inside]
Looking for old sci-fi short story about patent system gone amok.
Looking for old sci-fi short story about patent system gone amok. [more inside]
Attention Shoppers
I've lost about 35 pounds in the last 6 months (on purpose), and I am now swimming in my clothes. I'm taking my tax refund and my shopoholic best friend to the Mall of America this weekend, where I intend to buy myself clothes that fit. Unfortunately, I don't know what stores I should be looking in. More deets under the cut. [more inside]
posted by Elly Vortex at 10:20 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by Elly Vortex at 10:20 AM PST - 40 comments
what comes after what?
How do you play this word game? It's like an oral exquisite corpse for 2 players. There is a cause/effect prompt that is always the same. Both players fill in the blank (player 1 says the cause, then player 2 says the effect). Both players simultaneously think of their answers but they say them in order. The answers are humorous but always logical, even if absurd. What is the prompt for this game?
What was that short story?
Some time ago, likely in the 90s, I read a less than novel length sci-fi story, about a man whose job was cleaning up high-energy physics projects after the fall of third world dictators. The main plot point was a black hole being used to generate electricity through the penrose process. It was likely in analog magazine. Does anyone remember this, or similar stories?
posted by bzbb at 10:14 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bzbb at 10:14 AM PST - 5 comments
Should I send my condolences in hard-form?
My cousin's wife just lost her baby at 4 months along. This is her second miscarriage (one full-term pregnancy in between, daughter is now 1.5 y/o). I would like to send a card or have flowers delivered, but is it appropriate? [more inside]
posted by kthxbi at 10:10 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by kthxbi at 10:10 AM PST - 27 comments
Crimes of Excess
Is it stealing to take things that are available free to the public? If so, how much would you have to take for it to be stealing? [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 9:51 AM PST - 63 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 9:51 AM PST - 63 comments
Looking for a rugged camera
For the first time in YEARS I’m in a position to get my brother a great birthday/holiday/etc gift. He wants a nice camera that can withstand his outdoorsiness – what should I be looking for? [more inside]
Is there a cult that actually works?
Is there a cult that actually works? Better description inside. [more inside]
Help me run slower
Are there any tools or apps or techniques to improve the consistency of my running pace? I run too fast for my own good. [more inside]
Tail up-and-down or side-to-side?
What advantages/disadvantages are there to swimming as fish do versus swimming as cetaceans do? [more inside]
Domain Registrar Recommendation
Any recommendations for .hk, .tw, .ae domain registrars? It looks like the big registrars (network solutions, go daddy, etc.) don't offer these country domains.
Am I wrong to feel wronged?
Am I wrong to feel wronged? Soap operaishness inside: [more inside]
Podcasts, away!
I've finally become interested in Podcasts. My tastes are under the fold, help me find more! [more inside]
posted by griphus at 8:57 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by griphus at 8:57 AM PST - 43 comments
temporary phone for india/china
temporary phones (gsm 900/1800 or quad band) for use in both china and india. should i buy them stateside with a US plan (att, verizon, etc - which one would you recommend?) and enable roaming (which would be convenient but expensive?), or do i buy sim cards (cheaper) in the respective countries? would prefer convenience and to not have to buy the phones outright. what worked well for you as a temporary phone? thanks for any tips!
Herpetic Whitlow Transmission and risks
Considering dating / having sex with someone with Herpetic Whitlow (HSV-2 type) and have questions about transmission risks. [more inside]
well you can't and you won't and you don't stop
Name That Poem: It's about reading all night. [more inside]
Does anyone have experience of working and living in Liberia?
Working and living in Liberia [more inside]
Help me help her.
Nutshell: I need a reputable, authoritative source of data about how many times the average victim of abuse/domestic violence/intimate partner violence returns to the relationship. [more inside]
Chroma/Luma Key for OS X Browsers
Is it possible to make a browser window and the background of web pages transparent but to leave the text and images opaque? This would be applied to all web pages viewed in the browser, not just for specific pages I am creating. I've looked at several plug-ins and applications that offer transparent browser windows, but nothing so far gives options for selecting colors to leave opaque. I essentially want something to act as a luma or chroma key for browser windows. I'm using OS X. [more inside]
Digital media backup and storage.
You generate a lot of video/audio/etc. You're a professional, but not a network or tv station, so you don't have millions of dollars to spend on media archiving and backup. What are your digital media backup and storage strategies? [more inside]
Not enthused about wife's 3rd pregnancy
Wife is pregnant with 3rd while we're considering adoption. I'm freaking out. What's wrong with me? [more inside]
How to ask for a raise from an invisible boss?
I work as an independent contractor for a very large company. What's the best way to ask for a raise when I have never met my boss? [more inside]
Games via text message
What are some games that can be played via text message? [more inside]
posted by wiskunde at 7:46 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by wiskunde at 7:46 AM PST - 21 comments
Insurance for braces
Our 10 yr old needs braces. Should we buy ortho insurance? What kind? Use medical reimbursement plan? Combination of insurance and medical reimbursement? Is AFLAC a good plan to go with? [more inside]
Living in own rental duplex?
My wife and I are in a position to possibly buy the duplex we have rented for many years. Ownership would entail renting the other half of the building to a tenant. That half is currently unoccupied. We have never been homeowners or landlords before.
Has anyone ever lived in the same building as their tenant? I can think of both perks and nightmares. Any considerations or advice to the reality of that scenario?
You are not our lawyer, etc.
Thanks.
Affordable Human Transcription Service Recommendations, Please
What is the best transcription service (humans, not software) for use by a small business person? [more inside]
Is ever "right" to point out incorrect use of a word to a friend?
Is ever "right" to point out incorrect use of a word to a friend? [more inside]
posted by Jon44 at 7:13 AM PST - 94 comments
posted by Jon44 at 7:13 AM PST - 94 comments
Do They Have Queen Victoria as a Pekingese?
Where can I purchase faux Victorian Aristocratic-Military Dog portraits such as those that were featured in last night's episode of The Big Bang Theory? [more inside]
posted by Hanuman1960 at 7:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Hanuman1960 at 7:04 AM PST - 5 comments
One would think that I could figure this out if I'd decided on this field, huh?
Can MeFi help me tweak my résumé for a career change into publishing and editing? [more inside]
posted by SansPoint at 7:04 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by SansPoint at 7:04 AM PST - 13 comments
I’m looking for advice on how to handle an unexpected separation from my husband.
I’m looking for advice on how to handle an unexpected separation from my husband. [more inside]
Business lunch etiquette
Business etiquette question - how to handle a request to chip in for a lunch I did not attend? [more inside]
How can I get rid of mold on my bonsai?
What can I do about mold on the soil of my plum bonsai? Do I need to worry about it? [more inside]
Boot ubuntu to the commandline
Due to my work laptop dying, I installed the gui on my Ubuntu 11.10 server. No biggie except that it seems to have messed up the video mode. My LCD just displays an error. How can I get around this? [more inside]
posted by tommasz at 6:13 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by tommasz at 6:13 AM PST - 14 comments
Lump in Throat - Mystery - Help.
Sense of Strangulation in Throat [more inside]
Where to stay for NYC Marathon.
Recommendations needed for best lodging for a runner and family spectators for the 2012 New York City Marathon. [more inside]
Blogger legacy accounts.
I've had an email from Blogger about legacy accounts and I'm not sure what to do. [more inside]
posted by feelinglistless at 3:08 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by feelinglistless at 3:08 AM PST - 24 comments
seeking the real name of a common U.S. roadside attraction
is there an "official" name for those wonderful goofy pieces of plastic/wood with the faces cut out which you stand behind and put your face in the hole and then you look like a crazy moose or a milkmaid or a bikini babe and you get your picture taken and it's hi-larious? [more inside]
posted by quiteliterally at 2:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by quiteliterally at 2:55 AM PST - 6 comments
April 26
Amusia, not amusing...
It's getting more and more difficult to evade being honest, but I don't want to hurt him! The truth? My boyfriend of three years (and man I absolutely love) is a terrible... terrible singer. [more inside]
posted by thatbrunette at 11:26 PM PST - 78 comments
posted by thatbrunette at 11:26 PM PST - 78 comments
Please help me find a strapless bra for my wedding in two weeks before I give myself an ulcer
Please please PLEASE help me find a place where I can buy a wonderbra/any strapless bra that won't squash my chest flat in time for my wedding in two weeks! [more inside]
You are so cool, but I don't want to date you.
Date-fail: I initiated the date, it was fun but just okay, was about to tell him no thanks to a second when he texts me and tells me he had a really good time and can't wait to see me again. My friends love him. [more inside]
Help me wipe my iPhone for an afternoon so that I can restore it afterwards
I need to use my iPhone 4 for an app demo tomorrow afternoon, and I'd like to wipe all of my personal data for the demo and then restore it afterward. [more inside]
posted by joshuaconner at 10:18 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by joshuaconner at 10:18 PM PST - 4 comments
Relearning to drive
I've got some questions about driving after a hiatus of several years. [more inside]
Why is the outside arch of my foot burning?
Runners and people who know feet, please help: the outside arch edge of my right foot starts burning during exercise and walking. [more inside]
What's worth checking out on Crunchyroll?
I did not know of the existence of Crunchyroll until the Kids on the Slope thread, and I am excited to explore it. What do you think I might enjoy on the site? [more inside]
Fun gifts for international friends.
Quirky shops that ship to the UK and accept orders from the US? [more inside]
Blacksburg VA : Recommendations Beyond Va Tourism Sites?
Blacksburg VA area. Memorial Day Weekend. Where do I eat? What do I do? What's going on? [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon at 8:10 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by MasonDixon at 8:10 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me find a good electric scooter
What kind of electric scooter should I get? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto at 8:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mtphoto at 8:02 PM PST - 4 comments
Do we have to repay the first-time home buyer credit? [scenario inside]
I am buying a new house in my name only. My wife and I received the 2009 $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers, and have not lived here the required 3 years. The house was purchased in her name and she will be staying at the old house. Do we still have to repay the credit?
Sending love.
What are some sweet gestures of support for my stressed out long distance sweetie? [more inside]
Worried about my little sisters
I'm worried that my little sisters may be in an abusive situation, but don't know what's really going on or where I should go from here. [more inside]
posted by whalebreath at 6:19 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by whalebreath at 6:19 PM PST - 18 comments
Surfing East Coast
How much of an adult must an MFA be?
I'm going to graduate school, for a creative writing MFA! What can I do to prepare, and what's expected of me as an MFA? [more inside]
Why can't we have nice thing?
Why can't I, a goddamn American for crissakes, acquire an mp3 of the song Mantra Slider? [more inside]
Finding a place to call home in between contracts
I've been temping around for work and plan to do so for a while longer. What options do I have in terms of looking for a place to call home/finding temporary accommodation in between contracts? [more inside]
A gift for someone special
Help me pick a gift for a friend! She collects old locks, old keys, old cameras, and just moved to a new city. [more inside]
Stop Shooting Myself in the Foot
I keep picking women who don't give as much as I feel I give and so I always end up feeling used. And because I keep picking them (even though the last one should've been enough to warn me off of the next one), I also end up feeling stupid too. Meanwhile, I've had women who've given to me the way I've given to those others, but I never seem to end up with them, even though they are exactly what I say I've wanted. How can I keep the good one and stop picking the bad ones? What is my problem? [more inside]
Does my accountant have to give me a copy of a past tax return?
Is my accountant obliged to give me a copy of a past business tax return if requested? [more inside]
Where can I find someone to text me?
I need someone to text me every 4-6 hours to keep myself accountable for one very specific, discrete thing. I don't want to ask any of my friends/family to do it. Reminders on my phone are too easy to brush off and ignore. Is there some sort of web service I can sign up for that will hook me up with someone who also needs to be kept accountable, or someone who wants to help?
posted by Night_owl at 5:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Night_owl at 5:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me have fun in NYC!
Places to eat/things to see in NYC under a very constrained schedule? [more inside]
posted by Go Banana at 4:18 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Go Banana at 4:18 PM PST - 11 comments
Restore Photos
How do I recover photos on my blackberry bold? [more inside]
Do the clothes make the library man?
How should a mid-30s, male public library director dress? [more inside]
Help me be okay with looking like a dork.
I would like some help being okay with being nervous, being clearly nervous, during presentations. [more inside]
Give Me a Number!
What is an appropriate amount to spend on a wedding gift for myself and my guest, if I am a bridesmaid? [more inside]
Encyclopedia of idea generation strategies?
Is there an encyclopedia or wiki of idea generation and decision-making strategies? [more inside]
Maybe they have granted my every wish
Who's the host and what does he do?
Emergency etiquette question: A family member is the father of the groom for a wedding this weekend. He and the groom's mother are divorced. He has behaved very well towards her, but she tries to get between him and his grown children. He was told today that she has arranged for a college friend of the groom to be the "emcee" for the rehearsal dinner tomorrow night. The invitations for this dinner were issued in both parents's names. The groom is oblivious to this issue and his father wants him to remain so. What should the father do? He was under the impression that HE was the host and would be acting as such but he has been essentially excluded from the planning process for this dinner. Any advice, experiences that are similar, clarification of the role of the father or of an "emcee" for a rehearsal dinner would be very helpful.
Help me turn a toaster into a lamp
I have an odd fascination with lighting. I want to learn how to rewire various consumer electronics into functioning lamps without electrocuting myself and/or burning down my apartment building. [more inside]
posted by krakenattack at 2:43 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by krakenattack at 2:43 PM PST - 13 comments
She wanna be know, she just wanna be known
What is the source of the assertion (that goes something like) "When you ask kids what they want to be when they grow up, they say famous, but not famous for something" ? [more inside]
Looking for logging sites
Is there any way of finding recent (~1-3-year-old) logging sites on National Forest land or BLM lands (or other public lands), specifically in California, without calling the district offices of those entities? [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 2:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 2:07 PM PST - 8 comments
Don't make me smack you—file a d.b.a.
Why so few who file a "doing business as"? [more inside]
doink doink
TV shows that used thematically remixed/covered versions of their theme songs for particular episodes. [more inside]
Of KOSHER, Kosher and kosher, I prefer the first.
Is there a way to know the size of the kosher salt crystals without opening the box? [more inside]
Unsweet chocolate icecream recipes.
Unsweetened chocolate ice cream: I would like to make a chocolate ice cream/gelato without sweetening it at all (no sugar, no artificial sweeteners, no fruit juice), how would I do that? [more inside]
posted by Brent Parker at 12:59 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Brent Parker at 12:59 PM PST - 19 comments
Help a loner rejoin the herd!
How do I integrate myself into a social circle when I don't have a social circle? [more inside]
posted by a box and a stick and a string and a bear at 12:46 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by a box and a stick and a string and a bear at 12:46 PM PST - 36 comments
Plaintext New York and New York City Codes
I'm looking for plaintext or PDF searchable versions of the New York State and New York City Codes. I'm specifically looking for something within the Building Code, but I would also like to have basically every state and local law, rule, ordinance, regulation, recommendation, and suggestion in an actual searchable format. [more inside]
posted by a_girl_irl at 12:45 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by a_girl_irl at 12:45 PM PST - 9 comments
Sushi in San Francisco
What are your favorite sushi restaurants in San Franscisco? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 12:43 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 12:43 PM PST - 17 comments
Tips for helping lamb who lost her mother?
ShepherdFilter: Any tips for helping out an orphaned lamb? [more inside]
posted by Perodicticus potto at 12:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Perodicticus potto at 12:33 PM PST - 3 comments
I plan to remain an amateur, okay?
Given my cycling style, is there any point for me to go clipless/clip'n'straps/other sort of shoe-to-pedal attachment? [more inside]
Looking for mostly text .tif files
I'm looking to download a large number, at least 500, of mostly text .tif files to use in developing a piece of software. [more inside]
posted by rakish_yet_centered at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by rakish_yet_centered at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
Cheap Vacation in Midwest
Have 10 days vacation and would like to take a cheap vacation within 1 day drive of South Bend, IN. (Say 10 hrs on road, one-way.) 2 people and we don't have much money ($1500 but maybe pushing it). Don't have to spend all 10 days away but at least 7. Have any cabin suggestions with nice towns or sights nearby? Hoping to eat out once at a decent non-chain restaurant for my birthday. Feel free to post vacation-planning sites if you have any.
posted by snap_dragon at 11:31 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 11:31 AM PST - 13 comments
Is is selfish to break up with him or selfish to stay with him?
We were in a wonderful relationship for 1.5 years. He went abroad. Sick with loneliness and old emotional problems (BPD) that came back when he was gone, I cheated on him.
Then I moved abroad with him, where he found out. He forgave me and wants us to stay together, I'm not sure what the fairest thing to do is. [more inside]
posted by mangoprawn at 11:18 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by mangoprawn at 11:18 AM PST - 36 comments
Missing iMovie
Last night, I exported a work-in-progress iMovie last night to show a friend. When I tried to edit it again, it said it couldn't find the source material, so I restarted iMovie. Now the project won't open. Where did it go? [more inside]
Actual odds of violence?
Statistical risk of being in situation where a firearm would be helpful and useful (assuming a command of the weapon) in defense? [more inside]
posted by John Borrowman at 11:05 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by John Borrowman at 11:05 AM PST - 17 comments
Help me have a better friendship with a self-centered person
Suggestions for handling an uneven friendship? [more inside]
posted by rosa at 10:47 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by rosa at 10:47 AM PST - 17 comments
Best tripod for document scanning plus occasional outdoor use?
What tripod should I get for 95% document photography (think DIY book scanner) and 5% optional outdoor photography of wildlife and buildings? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 10:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kristi at 10:40 AM PST - 8 comments
Best games for Leappad?
My 5 (near 6) year old daughter is in love with her Leap Frog Leapad, which she got for Easter. She especially loves the photo features and pet that comes with it, as well as a Tinkerbell book and Dora game. She's wondering if she can have another game though - which we'd happily get her, but as they are rather expensive we'd like to get a good one that's worth it. So, what are the best Leappad and compatible Leapster games? OUR PREFERENCE: Educational, particularly reading skills. HER PREFERENCE: Angry Birds. Hmm, maybe not kid...
posted by Artw at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Artw at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
what vegan food should I bring on my trip to Paris?
I'm vegan and planning a trip to Paris. What staples, if any, should I bring to round out meals I'll be making in the vacation rental where I'll be staying? [more inside]
I missed meeting Ron Swanson! I'll never be able to eat bacon and eggs again...
What is the best way to monitor the schedules of speakers, bands, shows, or other things* of that sort so that you don't miss them when they come to your neck of the woods? [more inside]
Before the year 1000
What do I read to learn about pre-medieval England? [more inside]
Planning a Non-Wedding Reception
Help me plan a 10-year anniversary party (to be on par with a wedding reception) for my boyfriend and myself. Specifically, what might our guests expect from the evening? [more inside]
I love to read and I love to travel... I'm looking for help to combine these two things.
When I travel I love to know the history of an area. It could be recent past or distant. What are the best books about places you know (and love?) ? [more inside]
posted by beccaj at 9:33 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by beccaj at 9:33 AM PST - 20 comments
Help Me Navigate and Not Screw Up this Budding Online Relationship
I've been talking to a guy online for 4 months. He's cute and seems like a decent, fun guy w/ a full life and lots of friends. We've exchanged a lot of info/flirted through email, but nothing too deep. At first he took great interest in me - emailing me with open ended questions, always asking how I was doing and replying a day or two later. I went away for 2 weeks and he said he'd miss me, etc. Because of how silly I was with the guy I liked before him I was trying to manage my expectations ("nothing could come of it and it'd be okay!" I told myself) and play things cool by only reciprocating what he gave me, but recently we've hit a snag... [more inside]
Like CPAC/CSPAN, But Online, And With Complaints About Garbage Pick-Up
Currently live coverage of my city's council meeting is only available on the local access channel of a cable provider, to which I am not subscribed. This got me curious about the whats and hows and costs of livestreaming video coverage of city council and committee meetings. [more inside]
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 9:25 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 9:25 AM PST - 13 comments
I don't want to give up pasta, but I don't want diabetes either!
Is there any point to eating whole wheat pasta? [more inside]
How to get CrashPlan+ features on my own?
Is there a program or pair of programs that can do everything CrashPlan+ does? [more inside]
posted by dvrcthewrld at 8:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dvrcthewrld at 8:51 AM PST - 6 comments
Whare some good indie films for college freshmen?
I’d like to expose college freshmen to some quality indie films. They love movies as long as those movies have hundred-million-dollar budgets, or Adam Sandler, or vampire angst. I’m not saying those things are bad, but when I mentioned “indie film,” the students looked like exiles in a strange land, staring at me blankly. Can you suggest under-the-radar films that would appeal to 18-year-olds with better things to do with their time?
posted by jackypaper at 8:44 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by jackypaper at 8:44 AM PST - 49 comments
Working around the world, how to plan for retirement?
My job is contract based, and tends to lead me around the world. How does one plan for retirement with such a job? [more inside]
posted by TrinsicWS at 8:43 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by TrinsicWS at 8:43 AM PST - 6 comments
What kind of vehicle do we need?
I don't know enough about cars. Should we trade in the Subaru for a pick-up truck? If so, how do we pick a truck? [more inside]
posted by blue_bicycle at 8:31 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by blue_bicycle at 8:31 AM PST - 20 comments
Slow Jam the Secret Service method for me.
Can the president of the U.S. make a truly surprise appearance? [more inside]
posted by vytae at 8:14 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by vytae at 8:14 AM PST - 23 comments
Going to my antipodes for summer research!
I'm going to Malaysia to do research for the summer: advise me, please! [more inside]
At what speeds should I downshift when slowing down in a manual transmission?
I'm in the process of learning how to drive a stick shift. I am looking for some tips on when to shift to a lower gear when you have to unexpectedly slow down when going at high speeds. [more inside]
posted by neda at 7:54 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by neda at 7:54 AM PST - 34 comments
Where can I get a bottle of Moroccan Oil in NYC?
Where can I find Morrocan Oil in lower Manhattan or North Brooklyn? [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 7:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by greta simone at 7:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Hoping for a successful rug sale
A moroccan rug dealer convinced us that we could sell a handmade rug for a profit. How do we sell it, and can we make a profit? [more inside]
Adult living at home
I'm a woman in...erk... my late 20s and living with my mother, who is in her late 60s. I had to quit work to deal with a serious illness, but I'm feeling good now and hopefully will get a real job later this year. But I'm wondering if I want to move out when I get one. [more inside]
posted by WhathaveIdonenow? at 7:41 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by WhathaveIdonenow? at 7:41 AM PST - 24 comments
How often do the major film studios release classic movies on blu-ray?
How often do the major film studios release classic movies on blu-ray?
Do any of them (Warner, 20th Century, Paramount, etc.) have a releasing schedules or even just noticeable patterns that would help know when my favorites (film noir, golden era Hollywood classics, etc.) might be available in HD?
posted by dr handsome at 7:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dr handsome at 7:35 AM PST - 4 comments
Healing, cleaning, happy bath houses!
Bath houses and traditions around the world? [more inside]
Where is this (probably imaginary) swimming pool.
My wife, as a very small child, lived in Ealing and claims to remember a swimming pool with a giant glass wall so you could watch people diving into it from the side.
Have you heard of anything like this? [more inside]
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 7:22 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 7:22 AM PST - 13 comments
Why does switching the batteries work?
Why do remote controls work again when you switch the batteries around? [more inside]
Find me a hardwearing leather bag made in the UK
My parents have said they will buy me a hardwearing leather satchel, much like the Saddleback Leather ones for my birthday. Problem: they want to get one made in the UK (supporting local industries), but everything that comes up googling seems to be made for looks, not ruggedness and function. Does anyone have any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by Coobeastie at 7:03 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Coobeastie at 7:03 AM PST - 5 comments
What goes into a stress relief care package for someone at work?
What should I include in a "stress relief care package" to be delivered to my stressed and overworked girlfriend at work? [more inside]
posted by greenmagnet at 7:01 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by greenmagnet at 7:01 AM PST - 16 comments
long distance custody
Is there a way for parents to move far apart without hurting the kids? [more inside]
What DO I want to be when I grow up?
If you left academia, especially in the humanities, how did you figure out what you wanted to do? [more inside]
Do I stay or do I go (to a new company)
I've been offered a position at another company. Should I leave my current comfortable job at a lowly-regarded company for a scary new one at a more well-respected company? Will you help me weigh the pros and cons? [more inside]
Tips for safe and anonymous blogging
India is using all kinds of laws to control anti corruption protests. Recently a group bloggers asked me to write an how-to on safe and anonymous blogging. I wrote a detailed how-to about the same. But it may not be complete. Do you think anything else that I need to suggest?
Snorkelling in Thailand tips
Travelling to Thailand in July. Hoping to do some snorkeling, probably at Ko Mak. Need some tips. [more inside]
Brown polish on black shoes OK?
OK to use brown cream shoe polish on black shoes? [more inside]
Help us make an important decision about our cat.
Hello, Ask MeFi. My partner and I are struggling with a really hard decision and decided this morning to turn to you for perspective and advice. Our cat is very sick, and we thought we had clearly decided to have her put to sleep on Friday, but this morning we are doubting our decision and need to hear from others what this looks like from the outside. [more inside]
posted by Tooty McTootsalot at 5:48 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by Tooty McTootsalot at 5:48 AM PST - 42 comments
First gen Apple TV--a robust media player?
I have some questions on what a first-generation Apple TV can or can't do. [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 5:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by zardoz at 5:03 AM PST - 7 comments
Red-faced in a running store
I find the running shoes I picked up a year ago at a sale uncomfortable, even though I run regularly in them. So I've been thinking of going down to a speciality running store - but as a 10 km a week beginner, I'm pretty nervous and embarrassed. What should I expect? [more inside]
Ti Kanies?
greek filter! Some girls said "poli kalo avto" in my direction and giggled when I walked by today. I know it's lame, but i'm a bit curious about what it means.
Where/what to eat in Chinatown (Chicago)?
Where/what to eat in Chinatown (Chicago)? [more inside]
posted by stoneandstar at 12:21 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by stoneandstar at 12:21 AM PST - 10 comments
April 25
Can Squid edit credentials before passing them through?
How can I make Squid modify the credentials it passes to an upstream proxy? [more inside]
What else can we do?
Active domestic violence and emotional abuse in the unit above me... Help us brainstorm, are there other things we can do as neighbors with long ears? [more inside]
posted by Leucistic Cuttlefish at 10:27 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Leucistic Cuttlefish at 10:27 PM PST - 16 comments
Chromebook or laptop
How to soundproof your basement?
We will soon be renovating our basement to to have a tenant live down there. My mum is a piano teacher that teaches at home. What are sound insulation options? [more inside]
UK polling query
Why have the Lib-Dems completely crashed in the polls, to the benefit of Labour, yet the Conservatives have hardly been scratched? Any links to informed and insightful commentary explaining why the Lib-Dems are wearing the opprobrium for the UK austerity program would be appreciated.
Recommendations for a transmission shop on the far northside of Chicago
I need a recommendation for a good transmission shop on the northside of Chicago. Bonus points for Evanston, Rogers Park, and the surrounding areas. [more inside]
This is all so silly
Shorten my bike commute
When should I expect to see a reduction in the amount of time I spend bike commuting? [more inside]
Where can I get quality women's dress socks?
Help me find high quality, breathable black women's dress socks for the cheapest price available. I'm overwhelmed by the options on the internet and have a history of buying terrible socks! [more inside]
Canadian Tax Questions
A few questions about filing taxes for 2011 in Canada, mostly about lines 330-331. [more inside]
How to be at a social event with people I’ve dreaded seeing for the past ten years?
I am attending the wedding of dear friends at which I will have to see my ex-husband and his new partner—a one-time close friend of ours with whom he cheated while married to me. I am now very happily married to someone else, in a relationship far better in every way than my first marriage. Nevertheless, I absolutely dread seeing my ex-husband and my old friend, and the prospect of seeing them is something I’ve dreaded since I first learned of their, erm, relationship. At the same time, I’d REALLY like to be to defuse the emotional power this has over me, and simply enjoy the wedding and the get-together with many other old friends that comes with it. How to work through this? Any advice from people who have navigated these turbulent emotional waters successfully? [more inside]
Is it worth incorporating an investment club out of state to avoid fees/taxes
Is it worth incorporating an investment club out of state (or as an entity with limited liability) [more inside]
Can I get my pet deposit back?
Am I entitled to the return of my pet deposit? [more inside]
Help me keep my cool in Texas!
Can anybody recommend a reputable contractor that can build an attached pergola/arbor or patio cover at my home in the DFW area? I've had a few come out that I found online and none seemed particularly trustworthy. Thank you.
Is it legal to require female employees to wear heels?
Is it legal for a restaurant in San Francisco to require its female hosts to wear high heels?
Disappointments of the past begone!
I'm moving into a new office at work on Friday. The previous inhabitant has jokingly suggested I perform a ritual cleansing before I move in. I'm going to take him up on it. How should I go about it? [more inside]
Affordable student health insurance in New York?
I have recently lost my health insurance. While it is possible I will be reinstated to the plan I lost, which is provided in conjunction with my school, I need to be insured again ASAP, and I don't mind the possibility of doubling up on insurance for a short period of time. New Yorkers, do you know of any affordable (<$500 or so per month) plans I might be eligible for? I am a full time college student. [more inside]
Foreign language films
My dad speaks fluent Spanish (and English). I am third-year student of Spanish. Mom and dad know some French. My younger brother (13 years old) only knows English. We all like good plots, good music, and good cinematography. Please suggest some non-English language movies, documentaries, TV series, etc. that we would all enjoy. Bonus points if it's available through Netflix streaming or DVD.
Huff Post comments no longer showing on my iPad.
Why can I no longer see any Huffington Post comments on my iPad ? [more inside]
Should I find a lawyer?
A roofer just sent me a "CALIFORNIA PRELIMINARY 20-DAY NOTICE", I don't think the job has been completed, also I never signed anything. [more inside]
Google, why do you make my brain hurt?
How does real time google analytics measure the "active visitors on site"? Please help me, because apparently I fail at math. [more inside]
Hardcore methods for e-mail blocking
Looking for elite e-mail blacklist tricks to block a stalker. [more inside]
posted by steinsaltz at 6:19 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by steinsaltz at 6:19 PM PST - 19 comments
How much time can I expect my partner to spend with family of mine whom he dislikes?
How much time can I reasonably expect my partner to spend with family of mine whom he dislikes? [more inside]
I'm Drowning in Images
I have a couple hundred thousand digital photos. I have a bunch of duplicate images from overlapping backups. I have inconsistent naming and folder schemes. I have edited and cropped versions of the same image.
I need some software to help me clean and sort my images. [more inside]
It looks like two X's knit onto a pink polo?
In Season Six of Scrubs, both Turk and Elliot wear a pink polo with two blue X's on the front. My wife needs to know why. Can anyone shed any light on this? Link to screencaps inside. [more inside]
posted by snapped at 6:15 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by snapped at 6:15 PM PST - 8 comments
It's the pixels. I can tell.
I went to the beginner's lesson at a contra dance the other night and the instructor immediately picked me out as having danced previously. I hadn't danced a single step yet. How did he know? [more inside]
Where did I read this speech?
Commencement Address Filter: Can you help me find a graduation speech (I think it was given by a celebrity, and I think at an Ivy League school) about how modern relationships have the problem of depending on one person to be all the people in someone's life. Other hints inside. [more inside]
posted by chocolatemilkshakes at 5:38 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by chocolatemilkshakes at 5:38 PM PST - 3 comments
How to stop being friends with an ex
I need to stop being friends with my ex. How? [more inside]
Who taught him to say 'I'm gonna put my evil inside you'?
Help me help my hoarding neighbors
My awesome neighbors need help with a hoarding problem. One spouse has created a living situation that is dangerous to the other and I am in the best position of all their friends and family to help them but I don't know how to tackle this delicate situation. [more inside]
Did We Ruin This Bird?
Is this chicken safe to eat? [more inside]
brand of bowl?
What brand of bowl is Steve Spangler using here?, the clear plastic one not the metal one Thanks!
Couldn't you just, like, be happy for me?
A couple of awesome things are happening in my life right now, and when I told my girlfriend about them, she was quite critical of them. At the time I brushed it off, but a couple days later, I'm feeling quite bothered by her reaction. Should I bring this up to her? Is there a healthy way to do so? Or should I just let sleeping dogs lie? [more inside]
What should I ask the former director of my first choice nursing program?
What should I ask the former director of my first choice nursing program? [more inside]
posted by efsrous at 3:34 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by efsrous at 3:34 PM PST - 2 comments
How can I get a wedding dress custom-made in China?
How can I get a wedding dress custom-made in either Beijing or Quinhuangdao, China? I'll be there for a few weeks and I have a few questions about how this might be possible. [more inside]
.....wat?
I'd really love a detailed explanation of the terms and humor in this math / science related XKCD cartoon. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 2:57 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 2:57 PM PST - 15 comments
The better platform: Wordpress or Blogger?
I'm considering setting up my company's website on a blogging platform. Since I'm a heavy user of Google services, I was considering using Blogger, especially since it is free. (I use it for my personal blog.) However, my partner said self-hosted Wordpress is more flexible and more professional. Is Wordpress truly better than Blogger? If so, what are the main selling points of using Wordpress over Blogger in 2012?
Looking for a non-aggravating scanner.
I need a new scanner, and would like to get a decent flatbed, but I have some questions. [more inside]
sound mixing 101 in a crunch
I need help learning the very basics of sound mixing by Monday [more inside]
posted by timsneezed at 2:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by timsneezed at 2:49 PM PST - 10 comments
Is it possible to solve for X?
(Y)(S^N) = (M)(X^(N+E)) - (Y)(X^N) Is it possible to solve for X? [more inside]
posted by spacediver at 2:45 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by spacediver at 2:45 PM PST - 24 comments
NYC isn't a city, but a collection of villages...
Looking for some input on specific NYC neighborhoods... [more inside]
Political Arguments: Friendly or Vicious?
I recently left an environment where almost everyone has the same style of dealing with political differences, and the same purpose in political discussion. Now I'm having to deal with entirely different ones, with friends and loved ones, and it's causing conflict. Who's right? Is anyone right? And how can I minimize the problems? [more inside]
posted by corb at 2:08 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by corb at 2:08 PM PST - 14 comments
How does anyone ever buy a house in Boston metro?
How can we possibly buy a house in the Boston Metro area without $80K down? [more inside]
How do I relax and just get laid, rather than obsessing over it?
I want to have more sex, but I don't want to get hung up about it. How do I stop obsessing about (not) getting any? [more inside]
Can the dog eat this?
I meant to make MaPo tofu but didn't, and now have 1/2 pound of ground pork in the fridge. It looks and smells fine, but given that I had previously frozen it before its 3 day stay in the fridge, I'm not going to eat it. Is it safe to cook it up, refrigerate it, and give to my dog a little at a time? I often give him meat scraps on top of his dog food. Please note: I am not asking about the wisdom of feeding him "people food." I am asking about his risk of food poisoning.
Oh such tiny letters.
Just got my laptop back from being repaired and now the recommended screen resolution is making it difficult to see anything written in it. How do I change this? [more inside]
posted by Trexsock at 1:40 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Trexsock at 1:40 PM PST - 4 comments
why oh why don't they make macbooks anymore?
what kind of refurbished macbook pro do I want? [more inside]
posted by genmonster at 1:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by genmonster at 1:22 PM PST - 8 comments
Do I have a shot at grad school?
Do I have a shot at grad school? [more inside]
Can my facebook updates appear on my site?
Can my facebook updates appear on my site? [more inside]
How do I promote the final few days of my Kickstarter project?
What are some specific ways that I can promote a soon-to-expire Kickstarter project? I've heard that projects sometimes gain momentum from that "act now!" boost, but how do I tap into that segment of the funding crowd? [more inside]
best way to sell tickets online.
I am looking for a better way to sell event tickets online. [more inside]
an odd little blue book
Does anyone know anything about Twenty-Two stories by J.D. Salinger, or more specifically this edition? [more inside]
posted by elwoodwiles at 12:43 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by elwoodwiles at 12:43 PM PST - 13 comments
Good Psychiatrist in Frederick, MD
Asking for a friend in need (adult, male): Good psychiatrist in the Frederick, MD 21703? Difficulty, takes Aetna.
Help me feed my coworkers to prevent them from mutinying.
Where can I pick up coffee/breakfast for a dozen people before 6AM tomorrow in Japantown/Lower Pacific Heights in San Francisco? [more inside]
Seamless cloud crypto?
Does anyone know a good solution for encrypting a few folders as they get synced into the cloud, while seamlessly keeping them usable locally? Mostly word and PDF docs. [more inside]
posted by paultopia at 12:03 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by paultopia at 12:03 PM PST - 17 comments
Help find a cite for a study
Can anyone help find a cite for a study? I think I heard about it on the radio at some point. It was a study that recorded classrooms - I think high school - and then talked about how much classroom time was spent on girls' discussion and questions and how much on boys. It also surveyed student/teacher perceptions of the time spent, and had a follow-up component where teachers tried to even out the time. Thanks in advance!
posted by kavasa at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kavasa at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me identify this song Google has never heard of!
I've had the chorus of this song semi-stuck in my head for years and when I finally thought to Google it yesterday, I came up with nothing. Well, almost nothing. So I'm counting on somebody here to finally help me identify the mysterious "ooh girl, lost in time" song. [more inside]
Hemp me dehumidify
How can I quickly reduce relative humidity in a small enclosed environment within a fume hood without raising air temperature? [more inside]
Help me find my lost 1860s social history book
Bookfilter: Help me find a particular social history of America in the 1860s. [more inside]
posted by Concordia at 11:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Concordia at 11:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Will this plant grow tall again?
Have I stunted this plant's upward growth with "reckless" pruning? [more inside]
posted by blithecatpie at 10:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by blithecatpie at 10:38 AM PST - 5 comments
Having gone to school in California, I assume we just liked saying "weed" as often as possible.
Past and current university students: Did you ever use the specific term "weeder class" during your academic career? If so, where did you study? [more inside]
Shotgun of emergency international travel questions
A dear family member suddenly passed in Italy. I live in the Mid-Atlantic USA. I really need to travel to Italy on very short notice for the funeral. I am not a frequent air traveler to begin with, but have never been abroad in my life (though I do have a passport). I have no idea how this works. I want to know anything I should know about getting to and from my destination (e.g., negotiating customs). I also want to know how bereavement fares work, whether I should bother trying to get one, who people have had good experiences with, etc. [more inside]
Snake ID
I need to know what type of snake this is. It bit our dog. Snake [more inside]
posted by weskit at 10:30 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by weskit at 10:30 AM PST - 13 comments
Need recomendations on medical grade keyboards.
Need a medical grade keyboard for dental offices. Do you have some you use and would recommend? [more inside]
Where can I see a clear western horizon around Chicago?
Where can we get a clear view of the western horizon at sunset to see the transit of Venus, in or near or within a few hours' drive of Chicago? [more inside]
Where can I find lead-free etched crystal glasses?
Where can I find lead-free etched crystal glasses? [more inside]
Is using the phrase "that's retarded" offensive?
"That's retarded." Offensive, or not offensive?
Also, if offensive, help me come up with an alternative to my life/work philosophy, which is "Don't Be Retarded." [more inside]
posted by eleyna at 9:27 AM PST - 88 comments
posted by eleyna at 9:27 AM PST - 88 comments
I have no tongue but I must eat
So cutting out someone's tongue as punishment, or to create a mute (and therefore trusted to hear and not leak secrets) guard has some historic basis, and appears as a troupe in many stories.
My question: Can you actually still eat with out choking, if someone cut your tongue out ? [more inside]
posted by k5.user at 9:21 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by k5.user at 9:21 AM PST - 4 comments
Dist-upgrading Ubuntu when the PPA version of a package is newer?
Upgrading Ubuntu: I am planning to finally dist-upgrade my mythbuntu 10.10 box which has fallen out of official support. I probably will take 3 steps to get it up to 12.04 LTS, but this question is just about the first step. What happens during a dist-upgrade if I have a ppa-sourced package that is newer than the new distribution? [more inside]
posted by jozxyqk at 8:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jozxyqk at 8:54 AM PST - 6 comments
Why are there no lobsters the size of horses or horses the size of shrimp?
Why are there no lobsters the size of horses or horses the size of shrimp? [more inside]
posted by jeb at 8:50 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by jeb at 8:50 AM PST - 24 comments
What kind of nice, sweet, chicken friendly dog should we get?
I need to help my parents get a new doggie. We hope to get a dog from the pound or a rescue place, so it will probably not be a purebreed. But I'd like suggestions on what breed mixes to look for. [more inside]
At - Tent - Tion
Any good tent recommendations? [more inside]
Properly compressed current jazz and blues?
What are your favorite current recordings with good dynamic range, preferably jazz and blues? [more inside]
Advice on laptop repair on short timeline - laptop repair decision-making advice needed.
Advice about repairing/replacing this laptop, including possible online repair options? Total screen/top half damage on HPdm4 laptop. (Speed and cost considerations inside). [more inside]
Help me plan a presidential dinner and party in Vancouver.
Calling Vancouver Mefites! I am helping one of my boss-doctors at the hospital where I work plan a party in Vancouver, BC in September/October 2013. [more inside]
posted by joannemerriam at 7:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by joannemerriam at 7:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Can a car in Illinois have "In-Transit" plates permanently affixed?
Can a car in Illinois have "In-Transit" plates permanently affixed? [more inside]
posted by JoeZydeco at 7:55 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by JoeZydeco at 7:55 AM PST - 3 comments
Editing wmv files on a mac
What is the best tool or software to use for editing wmv files on a mac?
I need to pull several short clips from wmv files to make a clip reel. What is the best tool to use?
Thanks!
Can an intellectual and a simpler, down-to-earth type stay in love?
MeFites! Can a relationship work between a hyper-intellectual and a simpler, more down-to-earth type? (special snowflake details inside..) [more inside]
Should I continue to seek ADHD treatment?
I've struggled with what I believe to be ADHD for a long time. I've read through "Driven to Distraction" and it describes me perfectly. I went to the doctor and was basically told that since I have a job and completed college, medication won't do me any good. Say what? [more inside]
Good enough for a single album only?
What bands only released one album? [more inside]
It would be nice to have my sweater back.
How do (or should I) ask for an item of clothing back that was a childhood gift to me and has been out on extended loan? [more inside]
More about Thunderbirds! And not the car or the email client
Does anyone have any recommendations for books/websites/other resources about Thunderbirds? And I don't mean the car or the email client. I'm looking for anything at all about both the various Native American mythological traditions (Southwestern American in particular) or the cryptozoological urban legends about the things. My Amazon and web searches have, well, mostly gotten me cars, email clients, and turquoise jewelry.
How do I decide if a property with structural issues is worth purchasing?
Property investment filter: How do I decide if a property with structural issues is worth purchasing? [more inside]
Help me snap snappily
I want to take a photography course in London that will show me how to use my DSLR properly. Where should I go? [more inside]
Where is the coolest, non-spendy place to hang your hat for three nights in Detroit?
Hostel Detroit is sold out the weekend we are planning to go; help me find another cheap but awesome place to stay. [more inside]
What films feature scenes with shots of war and situation rooms with characters examining maps?
What films feature scenes with shots of war and situation rooms with characters examining maps? [more inside]
posted by serial_consign at 6:28 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by serial_consign at 6:28 AM PST - 32 comments
Best Blank Sheet Phone System
What is the best VoIP approach for a startup in the very early stages? [more inside]
posted by JPD at 6:14 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by JPD at 6:14 AM PST - 16 comments
Macbook and external monitor
I have a 2008 Macbook (2ghz, 2g RAM). I'd like to get an external monitor to do 2D photoshop-type graphics. What would you recommend? [more inside]
What to wear with this skirt?
How to use a desktop pc as a hub for laptops to share a projector?
Can I use a desktop PC connected to a projector as a hub for laptops to present their screens on demand? [more inside]
posted by man down under at 1:39 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by man down under at 1:39 AM PST - 8 comments
please let me push that chair in...
How can I curb the (rather desperate) urge to tidy up? [more inside]
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 1:09 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 1:09 AM PST - 19 comments
April 24
How to handle an awkward third-wheel conversation experience?
My S.O. and her friends have a tendency to begin long conversations about a third party that I don't know in my company. How do I subtly hint that I'd like to be clued in without sounding like an impatient jerk? [more inside]
Reflection on genuflection
Is it rude to kneel down when speaking to someone in a wheelchair? [more inside]
Can I get the help I think I need?
How can I deal with an alcohol problem with Group Health insurance (US)? [more inside]
Can I recover the money from these uncashed checks?
What to do with these checks? Spring cleaning turned up 2 old checks made from lendor to creditors. We never sent them because they were wrong, and now, 5 years later, where is the money and can we get it back? [more inside]
All the songs are the same
What was this comedic sketch? It was musical, most likely on SNL, and very similar to the Pachelbel's Canon rant, except it was just combining the songs with seamless transitions. Any ideas?
posted by DoubleLune at 8:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by DoubleLune at 8:44 PM PST - 7 comments
Vacation all I've ever wanted
Spontaneous(ish) travel from two different spots? We're fun-loving, 20somethings queers. [more inside]
No teaching experience but how to prepare for interview?
I'm in Korea and I have an interview coming up with an institute (hagwon) as an English instructor. I have no teaching experience but my recruiter would like me to prepare something to say about the curriculum I intend to use... [more inside]
Where do I go from a psychology BA career- and education-wise?
Any advice on turning on turning a psychology BA into a research-related, but non-academic and non-clinical career? [more inside]
Help me find the big(program) one that got away.
Help me find this obscure software from the dawn of Mac OS X. It was a desktop fishy that let people take screenshots of your desktop remotely. [more inside]
posted by hot_monster at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by hot_monster at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me find the bedspread on last night's episode of House!
Help me find the bedspread on last night's episode of House! [more inside]
posted by veryhappyheidi at 7:04 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by veryhappyheidi at 7:04 PM PST - 3 comments
Kenny f***n' Powers
Where can this most awesome of T-shirts worn by Kenny Powers be found?
posted by jimmereeno at 6:47 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jimmereeno at 6:47 PM PST - 6 comments
I can't fit in the hotel safe.
I have to stay in a hotel tonight where I don't feel particularly safe. What can I do? [more inside]
We're gonna write! Cite! And write again!
Help me write a research paper all at once by providing me with the ultimate late-night write-a-thon soundtrack. Pop/Dance/Electronica edition, specifications within. [more inside]
posted by Scientist at 5:59 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Scientist at 5:59 PM PST - 29 comments
how to write my introduction?
Advice for writing introduction (and conclusion) for humanities PhD dissertation? [more inside]
Web front end for SQL Server?
Are there really no web front end design environments that are as stupid simple as MS Access form design for a SQL Server back end? I can write a real clever stored procedure for SQL Server and assign cute and short aliases to every element of the result set and crank out an Access form or forms in no time and distribute it as a light weight front end with only execute permission required. Is there some analog for a web front end? [more inside]
posted by Rafaelloello at 5:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Rafaelloello at 5:30 PM PST - 4 comments
I don't know why he's so mean.
What's the origin of the racist diatribe that serves as the intro to Big Black's song Seth?
posted by scratch at 5:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by scratch at 5:27 PM PST - 5 comments
How to avoid the crowds at Versailles?
Which days should I avoid Versailles on my trip to Paris? [more inside]
T-Mobile prepaid in Brooklyn
Now that the Galaxy Nexus is $399 unlocked, I'm thinking about buying one and getting T-Mobile's $30/mo. prepaid plan. I don't make all that many calls so the limited number of minutes is fine by me. I live and work in Brooklyn, and on account of that spend most of my time in the borough. There are some dated questions here that claim that service is spotty in Brooklyn— is that still the case? [more inside]
How does the internet work now?
Help understanding "new media" and the internetz: Are these "freelancing gig"/content generation/social network websites which are popping up on the web these days scammy? Help me understand this phenomenon. [more inside]
Take out your trash
What are this year's (or last year's) campest, trashiest reality shows from the US? [more inside]
Diplomacy websites
Diplomacy (the board game): What are your favorite websites for playing Diplomacy? Simple, graphical sites a big plus. How about your favorite (offline) software for keeping track of games, for Mac? And finally, what are your favorite general-info Diplomacy sites? Thanks!
No More Please?
Article about dropping politeness from email to achieve better results in the workplace? [more inside]
posted by jca at 4:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jca at 4:15 PM PST - 2 comments
Is this relationship progressing too fast?
I'm concerned that my friend is putting the cart before the horse when it comes to her new boyfriend. I'd love some opinions. [more inside]
posted by starpoint at 4:02 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by starpoint at 4:02 PM PST - 42 comments
What cable modem do I buy?
Favorite dual-screen games?
Which are your favorite iPhone/iPad games that utilize dual-screen e.g. iPhone + TV or iPad + TV - games? Looking for examples beyond Real Racing 2 HD. Thanks!
Can I (re)enter the Republic of Ireland from my home country with in 45-50 days of my last visit.
I am planning on reentering Ireland (Republic) from the U.S. approximately 45-50 days after last visit. Will I have a problem. [more inside]
Female programmers: what do you wear to work?
Female programmers: what do you wear to work? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 3:00 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by kitcat at 3:00 PM PST - 28 comments
Just how tall is 40 metres?
Help me think of something famous or common that is approximately 40 metres tall. [more inside]
posted by looli at 2:53 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by looli at 2:53 PM PST - 22 comments
Internet Service suggestions?
Looking for high speed internet service in the Peninsula, Bay Area. Your experiences (good, bad, indifferent) with the following companies? Any recommended plans? [more inside]
How do I put DVD movies in the cloud?
Is there a good way to rip movies from DVDs, put them in the cloud and watch them on my iPad? [more inside]
posted by theuninvitedguest at 2:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by theuninvitedguest at 2:36 PM PST - 10 comments
heat production
Which one of these supplements is most likely to increase body temperature (within normal range): iron supplement (100 mg), flaxseed oil (2 tablespoons), or prolonged release melatonin (2 mg)?
integrity of a digital recording
I have a digital recording of spoken voices. I need to know if the recorder was turned off and back on again during the conversation. Is there software for the Mac that will do that?
posted by Capri at 2:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Capri at 2:19 PM PST - 7 comments
Numerous questions about Huntington's Disease
Multiple questions about Huntington's Disease... I'm researching a story that has a pregnant woman with Huntington's Disease. I've watched a bunch of videos on Youtube and read various sites but have not found answers to specific questions I have. [more inside]
Manly things to do in London?
What to do in London this Friday? My brother is coming to London for some male bonding and mantime. I haven't spent any time working out how to fill the day with fun. [more inside]
posted by MuffinMan at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by MuffinMan at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
WTF is this?
Is there such a thing as a "lambradoodle"? [more inside]
posted by emkelley at 1:31 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by emkelley at 1:31 PM PST - 28 comments
HAVE TO POOP POOPING NOW POOPING IS HOW I FEEL INSIDE
Why does my cat go MEOW MEOW MEOW before she poops? [more inside]
Danza Kuduro is NOT what I want
Can you help me find Spanish-language songs covered in Portuguese, and Portuguese-language songs covered in Spanish? Bonus points if the singers and songs are Latin American, and if the songs are available on YouTube or Spotify. [more inside]
posted by StrikeTheViol at 1:16 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by StrikeTheViol at 1:16 PM PST - 11 comments
"I have x years of professional job experience."
I've been employed as a full-time web developer for a couple of years. However, I've been doing it as a student and a hobbyist for a lot longer. Which amount of time should I indicate on my resume as my official "length of experience"? [more inside]
Stress free strategies for distancing oneself from dating?
Stress free strategies for distancing oneself from dating? Dating Filter: My enthusiasm has waned. I'd like to bow out gracefully and preserve friendships. [more inside]
How to protect dish sponge from sponge-eating cat
How can we store our kitchen sink dishwashing sponge to prevent it being eaten by our cat? Rupert, after years of ignoring it, has recently decided that the sponge is a fun thing to shred and nibble on. Currently it sits on top of the sink edge on top of a spiky plastic soap saver thingy so it can dry. How can we store it so that it will be (a) easily accessible to humans, (b) not accessible to Rupert, and (c) able to air-dry? I'm imagining something like this with a flap on top, for instance.
posted by matildaben at 1:01 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by matildaben at 1:01 PM PST - 18 comments
help finding patterns in data
Given a set of columnar data, some of which are categorical and others that are numerical, how can I identify which category columns are responsible for signficant changes in the one or more of the numerical columns? [more inside]
Senior dog poops inside at night.
Senior dog pooping inside. How to let him out and keep racoons out too? [more inside]
Man Muffin Be Gone
Help me get rid of my man muffin. [more inside]
How to avoid axe murderers?
Craigslist ride-sharing - how to avoid creeps? Mid-summer road trip from Vancouver to Regina (via Calgary) and back. [more inside]
posted by wutangclan at 11:55 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by wutangclan at 11:55 AM PST - 7 comments
soberness: it may be what I need, but it certainly ain't how I wanna be
I took a break from drinking for a month, and my appetite decreased dramatically. For the first time I can remember, I felt full from eating reasonable portions, and I no longer turned to snacking for alleviation of boredom or ennui. When I started drinking booze again, I was back to my previous habits. What happened, and why? [more inside]
IP Switch...
IP question for associate*: 2 person office, once larger and set up with a server and bunch of static IP addresses. The server is no longer being used. Company website is hosted off site. Is there any reason to have these static IP addresses? Connected with email in any way?
.....*"IP" in my case stands for Ignorant Person... ie. I never have understood what IP addresses are all about and how it works with regard to a company. Hence my question. [more inside]
What do you call the head of a regional office in Europe.
What is an appropriate title for the overall manager of a regional office in Europe (Switzerland)? [more inside]
How do I sell a pinball machine?
What are the best online resources for selling a pinball machine? [more inside]
What is depicted on the cover of the New Yorker from February 6, 1937?
What is depicted on the cover of the New Yorker from February 6, 1937? [more inside]
posted by morninj at 10:57 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by morninj at 10:57 AM PST - 19 comments
Pregnant and Traveling to Costa Rica
Is it safe for my wife who will be 12 weeks pregnant, to travel in Costa Rica to San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio? Any other advice or recommendations on traveling while expecting are welcome, too! [more inside]
What's the most efficient long-term diet in terms of weight and volume?
What's the most efficient long-term diet in terms of weight and volume? [more inside]
posted by meetar at 10:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by meetar at 10:41 AM PST - 12 comments
I feel like someone punched me in the back
I've been suffering muscle soreness/stiffness in my back for almost two months now. I thought it was related to walking (see my previous question), I've reduced my walking to almost zero and the pain persists. What could possibly be causing this and how can I nip this in the bud? [more inside]
Larry can't help it, it's his culture?
Curb Your Enthusiasm Filter: Which episodes, out of all eight seasons, best epitomizes Larry's (NYC) culture clash with life in L.A.?
My suspicion is that it's "The Shrimp Incident" from Season 2, but perhaps there is a better exemplar.
posted by rudster at 10:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by rudster at 10:35 AM PST - 7 comments
It's a hair problem, too.
Can I solve dark hair dye buildup by getting ombré coloring done in a salon, and then maintain it by doing my roots at home? [more inside]
posted by tel3path at 10:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by tel3path at 10:19 AM PST - 12 comments
What to do in Charleston/Savannah/Asheville
Four dudes, mid 20s, three cities: Charleston, SC, Savannah, GA, Asheville, NC. We've got two days in each city and none of us have ever been to any of these places. We are pretty much up for anything (hiking, historical sites, food, drinking, etc). So....what should we do?
Psoriatic Arthritis. Now what?
Psoriatic arthritis. Now what? [more inside]
Help I know nothing about cars
I need help buying a car. [more inside]
Make a pregnant woman cry.
What feel-good, sentimental, cheesy pop music should I listen to while pregnant? [more inside]
How to have successful meetings with out of town participants?
Making work conference calls work! Any free or cheap software, hardware to help make meetings with long distance clients easier and more efficient - Skype and Oovoo aren't working! Thanks! [more inside]
Help me find someone to make me a custom picked gem bracelet or necklace!
Where can I find a cheap-ish but legit person to make me a custom bracelet or necklace of the gemstones Morganite and Larimar? [more inside]
Privacy ideas for backyard
Need ideas for privacy in my new back yard. I have a fence between us and the neighbors, but it is already at maximum allowed height. My deck extends all the way to the side yard at the fence so when I am standing on the deck, the fence is only about 4' higher than the deck and doesn't really hide the next yard. I don't want to do anything to the fence because the neighbors own it. [more inside]
posted by photoexplorer at 9:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by photoexplorer at 9:32 AM PST - 16 comments
Fabric softener begone
What is the best way to get the stink of scented laundry detergent & fabric softener out of these sheets? [more inside]
Are my journeys to Cape Cod doomed to be expensive and unpleasant?
I live in Brooklyn, NY, and I enjoy visiting my mother on Cape Cod. But I don't have a car, and the stress and expense of my usual methods of travel keeps me from seeing her as much as I would like. Am I overlooking a better solution? [more inside]
Help! My arts organization lost its key funding
I'm on the board of an arts organization that is in a funding emergency. I'm looking for suggestions of ways to raise money for our organization in a hurry - we've lost funding we were counting on and will lose our paid staff if we can't come up with some answers in a hurry. Why anon? Going public with the degree we're in trouble may make things worse. Details: we're a convening/connecting organization that facilitates other arts organizations and individual artists/musicians/creatives activities. We do some programming and help other organizations and individuals develop their programming and artistic careers. Most organizations like us are funded by supporting organizations and or a small percentage tax but we weren't set up that way and all arts organizations in our region - shoot the whole country - are struggling. Throwaway email: arts.org61@ymail.com [more inside]
I HAVE THE POWER!
Help me become more powerful than you can possibly imagine. [more inside]
posted by Bunny Ultramod at 9:02 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Bunny Ultramod at 9:02 AM PST - 29 comments
Where (UK) can I buy mens' boots / shoes that look like this but don't cost £400?
Where (UK) can I buy mens' boots / shoes that look like this but don't cost £400? Pictured shoes are in Ede & Ravenscroft, Cambridge.
Living on the dole.
What is it like to be on unemployment? Specifically, I have a few questions about being on unemployment I'd like to ask. [more inside]
How should we approach the person who dinged our car?
While parked at day care, somebody dinged our car door (dent and through the paint scratch). We know who it was--what to do? [more inside]
posted by NailsTheCat at 8:39 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by NailsTheCat at 8:39 AM PST - 17 comments
I see a darkness... did you know how much I love you?
How can I support my boyfriend - who has depression/anxiety, is going through a rough time, and copes by needing space - while dealing with my own anxiety which manifests as being needy? HALP! Super snowflakey details within. [more inside]
How to sell Breyer horses in 2012
What happened to the resale market for Breyer and other model horses?
Do you know what is going on in the world of Breyer collectibles? [more inside]
Butcher block countertops?
Does anyone have experience with butcher block countertops (or better yet, bamboo butcher block countertops)? [more inside]
posted by malhouse at 8:21 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by malhouse at 8:21 AM PST - 15 comments
16 Year Old Son Has Been Diagnosed With Psychosis
16 Year Old Son Has Been Diagnosed With Psychosis NOS/ADHD/ODD. It's been a year and still no reason for the psychosis. Counseling (among other things - see inside) hasn't worked so far, medication keeps him calm for a short time... we don't know what else to do! [more inside]
Why do stairs confuse my cat?
My cat went down the apartment stairs but thought she was still on our floor. Why did she think that? [more inside]
posted by Flying Saucer at 8:06 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Flying Saucer at 8:06 AM PST - 23 comments
How to be at peace with being a wallflower
Help me get in a good frame of mind for a night out this weekend. [more inside]
posted by shiu mai baby at 7:51 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by shiu mai baby at 7:51 AM PST - 36 comments
My resume needs work
Does anyone have experience with a Toronto-based company or individual that specializes in improving resumes? [more inside]
Chilly Milk How2s
I like the taste of milk best when it is very cold. Colder, perhaps than the minimum temperature of my refrigerator. Or at least the minimum I'm going to adjust it for the comfort of the other foodstuffs. Any tips or products for keeping milk duly chilled?
Stand up comedy for a ten year old?
I'm looking for stand-up comedy appropriate for a ten year old. [more inside]
zombie chicken
I moved a frozen whole chicken from the freezer to the fridge on Saturday morning. It's Tuesday -- can I cook it for dinner, or do I need to chuck it? [more inside]
posted by Bebo at 7:21 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Bebo at 7:21 AM PST - 17 comments
What's needed to make video surveillance on the web?
How do I make our surveillance cameras available to the public over the web? [more inside]
What's the deal with pecha kucha?
I'm curious about Pecha Kucha. Can one use it in business (not just in design-y businesses)? What are some stellar examples? What's the best software to use? Or is this just all for fun? [more inside]
posted by digitalprimate at 6:44 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by digitalprimate at 6:44 AM PST - 2 comments
How do I frame my concerns with a particular employee in a productive way?
I work with a hostile coworker who has recently become my superior. Tomorrow we will be having a meeting to address complaints that me and other employees have with her, and our boss basically wants to put us in a room and have us sort this out. How can I make this productive and maintain my own integrity when I feel anxious and somewhat cowed by her domineering personality? [more inside]
BYOC - Bring your own condom?
How do one night stands work on a practical level? Who brings protection, etc? Ladies, do you keep them around? [more inside]
Goldfish fire drill
Help my small apartment-dwelling friend come up with a fire evacuation plan for her goldfish. [more inside]
posted by ladygypsy at 4:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ladygypsy at 4:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Good books on 1960s rock?
Verbally accepted a job offer, but now a dream offer has come along...
Verbally accepted a job offer, but now a dream offer has come along...
What should I do? [more inside]
Gift Registry 360?
A taller-than-average desk
Where can I get an attractive desk at least 80cm high in the UK? [more inside]
posted by fightorflight at 4:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by fightorflight at 4:01 AM PST - 3 comments
What's the cheapest way to ship a book from the US to Japan?
What's the cheapest way to send a single normal-sized book weighing about a pound from the US to Japan? [more inside]
posted by No-sword at 3:29 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by No-sword at 3:29 AM PST - 5 comments
What is it like to be arrested as a juvenile?
What's it like to be arrested as a juvenile? [more inside]
posted by caoimhe at 3:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by caoimhe at 3:16 AM PST - 6 comments
See, Vera? Dress yourself up you get taken somewhere fun.
I need pet names for guns from movies and TV.
For example, "Winona" was John Chrichton's blaster on Farscape, and "Vera" was Jayne's tricked-out assault rifle on Firefly.
Please give me more examples. Thanks!
posted by ScarletPumpernickel at 1:06 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by ScarletPumpernickel at 1:06 AM PST - 18 comments
"Job you qualified for why?"
I got a summer job interview over Skype! Tell me what to expect. The twist: it's in American Sign Language. [more inside]
posted by Conspire at 12:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Conspire at 12:07 AM PST - 7 comments
April 23
Separated from wife, got involved with someone else, should I reconcile with my wife?
I've been separated from my wife for over six months. During that time I got involved with someone else, but now I'm thinking about going back to my wife. Please tell me I'm not making a mistake. [more inside]
posted by quoth_the_raven at 11:14 PM PST - 53 comments
posted by quoth_the_raven at 11:14 PM PST - 53 comments
What it means to be a man?
What are some changing trends in how masculinity is defined? [more inside]
Helloooooo, Phineas
I love "discoveries" that add to seemingly-cold stories. Misfiled negatives unearthed, unlabeled photos finally identified, new connections made. Stuff like the identification of the first photo of Phineas Gage, or the recently-uncovered Lincoln inauguration photos, or to a much lesser extent (because it's "soft"), this TED talk about finding the face of Leonardo da Vinci. What other incidents/discoveries/ideas like this will enthrall me? And can you point me to a book (or at least a Wikipedia page) about it? [more inside]
posted by peachfuzz at 9:45 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by peachfuzz at 9:45 PM PST - 9 comments
Sheet music for the song "Vine Street" by Randy Newman / Van Dyke Parks / Harry Nilsson
I'm looking for sheet music of the song "Vine Street," written by Randy Newman and covered by Van Dyke Parks and Harry Nilsson. I've scoured the internet and come up empty. [more inside]
How can I get a detached console treadmill for less than $840?
I'm trying to create a treadmill desk in a small cubicle without spending four grand. Typically people build a desk that fits around a treadmill or buy something like the TrekDesk, but that is too big for my space (and won't work with my workplace-mandated cubicle components). I'm looking for a small walking treadmill with a detached console like the Trek for less than $840 + s/h. Are there any other detached console treadmills on the market that I haven't found or an easy way to convert a traditional treadmill into a detached console treadmill (without power tools)? Thanks!
Digitizing Them Big Plastic CDs
Best practices for burning vinyl to digital on an Ion Turntable? [more inside]
Tablet devices for commenting on papers
What is currently the best tablet device for writing comments on students' electronically submitted papers? [more inside]
posted by plantbot at 8:33 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by plantbot at 8:33 PM PST - 14 comments
Applying for a new-new job
What do I write on my resume when I'm looking for a new job after being at my current employer a short period of time (a month)? [more inside]
Got the goods, but need a plan.
I am about to start taking ADD meds. My approach to work has been haphazard in the past, and I'm I'm hoping to improve my habits. What strategies should I attempt to make the most of any improvements in attention that I experience? [more inside]
I don't know absolutely knowing!
What do I need to know to be an effective and prepared expat American in Belgium?
What are the quirks to living in Europe that will surprise me as an American and what do I need to know to be an effective and prepared expat American in Belgium? [more inside]
posted by Blasdelb at 7:18 PM PST - 50 comments
posted by Blasdelb at 7:18 PM PST - 50 comments
Recommendations on music like the Firefly soundtrack?
MusicFilter: Can anyone recommend music similar to the Firefly soundtrack? That sort of twangy, calm western-y instrumental sound. More examples inside. [more inside]
I just don't want to be "the girl with the messed up hand" for the next two months.
I have De Quervain’s tenosynovitis. I have to wear a brace on my wrist for the next long while.
All the braces I've found are hideous and scream "SMPA is injured and has no style," which is taking me right back to that time when I was a kid in school and I'm hating it (and don't get me started on the bowling jokes at work.)
Are there functional yet cute or pretty braces out there? What is the solution to this, besides "suck it up, you should have paid more attention to ergonomics?" [more inside]
posted by SMPA at 7:13 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by SMPA at 7:13 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me find a pleated dress
I need help finding a particular dress, or more likely, in learning the name of a particular style of dress. [more inside]
Please recommend me some kitty litter
Seeking kitty litter recommendations of the non-dusty kind. I think the dust from our scoopable litter might be causing / contributing to cat coughing issues. [more inside]
If only I lived in a tree house...
Are air purifiers from Amway safe to use? [more inside]
posted by shipsthatburn at 6:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by shipsthatburn at 6:26 PM PST - 10 comments
Strangelove
Please To Help Me Name My Thing: A blog that reviews "Teenage Paranormal Romance" Books/Shows/Movies, particularly focused on their (broken) depiction of relationships and gender roles, should be:
posted by davidjmcgee at 6:11 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by davidjmcgee at 6:11 PM PST - 21 comments
Risks related to deep muscle bruising
I was kicked by a horse on my thigh Saturday evening. It appears to be a deep muscle bruise and is still fairly tightly swollen. It is much less painful than it was yesterday and I can walk on it. After googling it, I am concerned about complications. Should I go to a doctor after this much time has elapsed?
posted by Altomentis at 6:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Altomentis at 6:06 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me not suck at the surburban southern hockey.
What else do I need to not look like a redneck yokel on the golf course? [more inside]
It's my problem, not there's...
How do I proofread my own work more thoroughly? [more inside]
posted by pantarei70 at 6:02 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by pantarei70 at 6:02 PM PST - 29 comments
Grad student summer gig?
I am a grad student who needs extra income, but my department frowns upon outside work. Ideas? [more inside]
I should probably just buzz it all off right?
MetaFilter, in all my years I've never managed to figure out what the hell to do with my hair. Help please? [more inside]
Who pays?
MA Tenant Law - what if a tenant improperly stores their possessions (bed frame, mattress, box spring) on the other side of a duplex? [more inside]
posted by plinth at 5:40 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by plinth at 5:40 PM PST - 5 comments
I Love Food
You filled my eyeballs, now please stuff my belly! [more inside]
Was summiting Everest possible before Hillary?
A good friend of mine has recently become very interested with all things Everest. Several nights after having a couple of beers, he has asked our group of friends if they think it was possible for someone to have summited Everest before Sir Edmond Hillary, or attempted to summit before George Mallory. One half of the group is adamant that such a feat was impossible before 1921 due to a lack of proper equipment and a cultural reverence for the mountain. The other half believe that it was certainly possible because of the length of human occupation in the region, the adaptation of the Tibetan people to higher altitudes, and the innate ambition of man. Does anyone have scientific evidence for either side of the debate or an educated opinion?
Where is our septic system/leach field? Can we build/play on the lawn?
My wife and I have found a house and we love it, except that it's on a septic system. We don't mind that, but we're trying to find out if the septic/leach is going to make our backyard unusable or not. [more inside]
Becoming an at-home tailoring whiz
Hi Sewers! I'm just learning how to sew thanks to a new sewing machine and a community college class this summer, but I'd like to develop a specific expertise in alterations and tailoring due to my love of thrifting. There are lots of sewing books out there- is there one that has an especially good chapter on tailoring and altering? [more inside]
Italian Speakers
Anyone speak Italian? [more inside]
Finding A Job In Chicago Without A Clue
I would like to get a new job in Chicago. What are some things I can do over the summer to maximize my odds at finding employment in the windy city? My field is software engineering. [more inside]
I taught myself to "play guitar" using tabs, but now I would very much like to actually know how to play guitar. Whats the best way to go about this?
I taught myself to "play guitar" (more or less) using tabs, but now I would very much like to ACTUALLY know how to play guitar. Whats the best way to go about this? [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:40 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:40 PM PST - 16 comments
When you ask for STI test results, what are you asking for?
Can the hive mind provide nuts-and-bolts info on STI testing with a new partner? What should be tested? What's the window for diseases manifesting after a previous encounter? [more inside]
Advice on possibly name copyright issues
Could an outdated web comic conflict with our upcoming iPhone game? [more inside]
Why doesn't our autoclave sterilize our broth?
Why is weird stuff growing in my flasks of 1% tryptone broth after I've autoclaved them to mix and sterilize the broth? [more inside]
Feminism 101
Feminism 101: I had a visceral reaction to a link a friend of mine posted and I was too enraged to clearly address his ignorance. [more inside]
Just-18 friend kicked out for being gay, what are his options?
A very close online friend of mine is getting kicked out of the house and disinherited for being gay and not going through with what amounts to an arranged marriage. He just turned 18. The situation is somewhat urgent, he doesn’t have much in the way of local resources, and getting in touch with specifically LGBT groups is likely to strain his family situation further. What resources and options can I help him find? [more inside]
Where to live in the land of the free?
Where would an outgoing, adventurous bachelor live, his primary interests being craft brew and bicycling? [more inside]
posted by Giggilituffin at 3:04 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by Giggilituffin at 3:04 PM PST - 40 comments
Where can I record vocals in Portland, OR?
Where in Portland, Oregon could I record vocals (using just myself and my own gear) without annoying anyone? [more inside]
Facebook scams?
I've noticed a lot more 'chain letter' type stuff in my Facebook news feed recently. "See what happens when you press L!" for example, or any number of apps which will create data visualizations of your profile. What (if any) is the financial motivation behind this? I have a feeling that these may be used to gain access to large numbers of profile names, or (in the case of apps) get data-mining access to private profiles. Is this the case, or is it more innocuous than that?
Slow printing of a specific PDF
We have a laserjet 4250 at work. I'm running into an issue with it printing one specific PDF very slowly (i.e. prints a page. pauses for half a second, prints the next, pause...) Normally it spits them out very rapidly. [more inside]
posted by symbioid at 2:32 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by symbioid at 2:32 PM PST - 11 comments
Leather Boots...IN THE SNOW?
Have you used high quality leather work boots (Danner / Hathorn / Wesco) in the snow? With proper care do you find that these boots are adequate for occasional use in snow? [more inside]
Recommend some turn-based mutl-platform mobile games
Friends & I enjoy playing words-with-friends because it's a) asynchronous/turn-based, so we can play throughout the day without having to find times we're both free; and b) cross-platform, for android & iphone. What other games that fit those two categories should we try?
How to quickly build my fiance's non-existent credit history
My fiance has no credit. We're getting married in 2 months. How do I build her credit quickly? I have good credit. [more inside]
posted by bbyboi at 2:14 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by bbyboi at 2:14 PM PST - 13 comments
Why do sulkers sulk?
I used to sulk a lot as a child and it didn't help my social life at school. Now I see a child in my family turning into a sulker, and I feel kind of helpless. Is there something I can read to help me understand my young relative? Is there something I can do as non-parent? [more inside]
posted by M. at 1:31 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by M. at 1:31 PM PST - 13 comments
Woo me with your charms, Coos Bay!
Coos Bay, Oregon. AskMeFi has previously discussed driving through but what to do when you have a weekend (mostly to yourself) in Coos Bay? [more inside]
Are there TV production recruiters in NYC?
Help me find recruiters/headhunters in NYC for TV production jobs! [more inside]
Keep my car running!
Car problem: 1994 Honda Civic suddenly developed rough idle, and stalls out when idling but only after the engine has warmed up. This began on a warm day last week. It had a similar problem last summer but not as bad as it is now. Last year the problem went away after a month or so. Is this something I could fix with a gas additive, or by opening up the idle control screw a bit? Should I wait for it to go away again or just get it in for service? A few more details inside. [more inside]
Why do my hands swell at Costco?
My hands swell to the point that I have to remove my wedding ring every time I go into a Sam's Club or Costco and only when I go into a Sam's Club or Costco. Why? [more inside]
Help Me Find a Photo of Jobs and Woz
I'm a geek. I admit it. Help me achieve super-geekdom by finding a photo of Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak that I can hang on my office wall. [more inside]
posted by perrce at 12:41 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by perrce at 12:41 PM PST - 10 comments
Headed to Beantown, but I promise not to call it Beantown.
We're moving to Boston. Where should we live? [more inside]
Oh, the wall had it coming.
Please help me find resources or ideas to wallpaper a very small space without spending a ton of money. [more inside]
How do I break up with someone for the second time?
How do I break up with someone over phone or email who is severely depressed? I have already tried to break up with this person once.
More details inside. [more inside]
help me with putting address book into iphone
frustrated for not being able to import address book contacts into my iphone. Seek kind help here [more inside]
What can ya do?
I'm seeking information about relative skill levels in pre-industrial and industrial societies. [more inside]
How to make certain a dog and cat introduction continues to go well
How to ensure we're doing the right thing with introducing a dog and cat. I know this question has been asked before, and I've looked at the answers, and was hoping for more specific help on a few points. (I've also looked at various advice online, but I wanted to ask a couple of specific questions.) [more inside]
posted by lesbiassparrow at 11:16 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by lesbiassparrow at 11:16 AM PST - 13 comments
DC hashing minus the cock and bull
Metro DC. Need recommendation for a particular sort (maybe?) of hashing group in the area. [more inside]
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 11:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 11:08 AM PST - 5 comments
PDF = Portable Document FAIL
Please help me thwart the evil Adobe empire so that I can read the Valve Handbook for New Employees (and other .pdf files) on my Macbook again!
Recently, Adobe Reader told me an updated version was available. Obviously delusional, I went ahead and updated my perfectly-working 9.4 to the new version 10, and now I can no longer view pdf documents in Chrome (18.0.1025.163), my browser of choice. What now? [more inside]
posted by misha at 10:57 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by misha at 10:57 AM PST - 18 comments
The geography of future boyfriends
I'm in the enviable situation of having enough online work that I can move pretty much wherever I want, as long as cost of living isn't ridiculously high. I'm grateful for the freedom, but also freaking out about the freedom. Also, I want to be in a relationship, and that's definitely a big -- but confusing! -- influence on my decision about where to live. Help me decide? [more inside]
Exercise for the hikikomori.
Getting exercise in a limited space - recommendations? [more inside]
Phone help for the technologically challenged
Time to upgrade and consolidate three plans and four phones. We want smart phones but I seriously do not know where to start. Can you help me? [more inside]
How can a woodworker sell his work?
Dad Swan is a very skilled and talented woodworker. He's 73 and has a fairly severe case of arthritis, so his output is not and will never be high, but he makes enough stuff that he'd like to be able to sell some of it, and he'd like to know how to go about finding people to buy it. [more inside]
How do I re-create the broken camera/video camera effect on this video?
How do I re-create the broken camera/video camera effect on this video? [more inside]
posted by rinsemedown at 10:27 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by rinsemedown at 10:27 AM PST - 2 comments
iPhone App that tracks Blood pressure, weight, Type II diabetes, exercise routines and calories?
Is there an iPhone App that tracks ALL of the following aspects of health: Blood pressure, weight, Type II diabetes, exercise routines and calories (aka food consumption)? There's plenty of apps that track 2 or 3 of these things, but is there one that tracks ALL of them?
I don't have the money, honey--but it's got the time.
Finally have a for-reals home server. What ELSE can I do with it? [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 10:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by TomMelee at 10:15 AM PST - 6 comments
Push-Up Alternatives Needed
I like doing push-ups. They are great for my upper back and upper body strength, and for opening the collar bone area. The only problem is that push-ups aggravate a ganglion cyst in my wrist. This is even when I use fancy push-up handles. Is there an exercise that does not put pressure on my wrists that has the same benefits?
What are the safest dental options for a missing front tooth while breastfeeding?
What are the safest dental options for a missing front tooth while breastfeeding? I am breastfeeding my infant son and I need to have get a dental implant or a bridge for a missing front tooth. I am considering delaying the procedure until he is done nursing -- at least 10 more months -- so that he is not exposed to anything toxic. [more inside]
Low impact 10 day loop hike in lower 48?
My brother and I are contemplating a week to 10-day long loop ultralight hike. Ideally, it would be somewhere in the lower-48 states, and be casual, but NO mountains, so suggestions like the Appalachian or the PCT are out. It doesn't have to be wilderness, but ideally, we'd be camping all the way.
How to keep falling in love with my wife?
Resources on how to foster passion and "have fun" with your spouse? [more inside]
respect after getting dumped?
Does the person who did the breaking up typically look down on the person broken up with? How can I stop worrying about this issue? [more inside]
What is an appropriate amount of clothes for a teenage girl?
What is an appropriate amount of clothes for a teenage girl? In specific, a teenage girl in a private school (but not a boarding school) that requires a uniform. How many changes of casual clothes should she have? How many changes of uniform? [more inside]
Laptop can no longer hold a battery charge
What does it mean if overnight my 5 year old MacBook Pro stopped working without being connected to power? [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 9:15 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by spicynuts at 9:15 AM PST - 17 comments
Transferring a cast
How do I make a hand print in new concrete using a plaster cast which includes a hand? [more inside]
posted by MustardTent at 9:06 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by MustardTent at 9:06 AM PST - 9 comments
How can I stop being constantly unhappy?
Badly burnt out student - with wider questions on how to stop my ‘missing-out’ syndrome. [more inside]
posted by pikeandshield at 9:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by pikeandshield at 9:02 AM PST - 9 comments
Need help planning first trip to Paris please.
Need help planning first trip to Paris please. [more inside]
Got the man now switch to the job?
Switching careers... to the same one as my new boyfriend? How weird is this, and how to navigate? [more inside]
"Leaving Las Vegas" or "Arthur"
Posting for a friend who wishes to remain anonymous:
I am at the end of my third day of not drinking alcohol after 5-10 years (I’m not exactly sure how long it’s been) of drinking almost every day. I have some questions about withdrawal that I can't seem to find the answers to. [more inside]
yet another name-that-movie question
help my friend recall the name of an animated movie, made no later than the late '80s, which had in it a mouse with wheels instead of hind legs. [more inside]
posted by xbonesgt at 8:06 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by xbonesgt at 8:06 AM PST - 5 comments
Help Us Spring Clean Our Documentation
User documentation/knowledgebases: Looking for best practices, great examples, and advice/instructional sites or publications. Also open to lowlights/worst-of resources. Analysis of how users engage with documentation would be useful, too. [more inside]
No more 6am texts, I beg you!
I have an Android phone - T-mobile's MyTouch 3G Slide, to be more precise. How can I make it so when one particular contact text messages me, I don't get a sound or a vibration? I'm happy to download an app to make this happen, if there's not a native way.
Scare the crap out of me!
Hey Mefites, I would like you to scare the crap out of me with your horror novel recommendations! I really enjoyed House of Leaves and A Good and Happy Child. I'm looking for books like that. [more inside]
Cosmic Moon Power!
Help me catch up on all the Sailor Moon I missed out on as a teenager. [more inside]
posted by IndigoRain at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by IndigoRain at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
This job search is putting holes in my soul...
You live in City X. You want to move to City Y and are looking for a job there. Do employers care if your resume says you live in City X or City Y? [more inside]
posted by the NATURAL at 7:18 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by the NATURAL at 7:18 AM PST - 16 comments
My daughter is being diagnosed for autism and I need help dealing with this.
I've recently discovered that my daughter is, at least in some form, autistic. I'm having a little trouble coping with this revelation and I'm feeling a bit lost about how to go forward. [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 6:58 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 6:58 AM PST - 33 comments
eBay buyer asking to buy item immediately - what should I do?
I keep getting emails from eBay buyers asking if they can buy the item immediately and what the price would be - what should I do? [more inside]
Give me something to read, please!
I need more Young Adult dystopian or suspense fiction, with a dash of romance. [more inside]
posted by banjo_and_the_pork at 5:54 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by banjo_and_the_pork at 5:54 AM PST - 32 comments
What clothes and equipment should I invest in to get the most out of my outdoor time?
What clothes and equipment should I invest in to get the most out of my outdoor time? [more inside]
How to move sidebars after main content in source code?
Help me fix my Wordpress theme so that my left and right sidebar appears in the source code after the main content as I've changed themes and lost 90% monthly visitors because of the duplicate content coming up first now (there's like 80 links in my sidebar). [more inside]
Why Is Oak Always Used To Age Wine and Spirits?
Why do winerys/distilleries only use oak barrels for aging purposes? [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian at 3:52 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Lipstick Thespian at 3:52 AM PST - 20 comments
A good re-shipping service in the UK?
I've ruined two of my favourite shirts and am desperate for replacements from Uniqlo. Sadly, they won't ship outside of UK and I can't go right now. Can you recommend (or do you know of) a reliable UK service that I could use to forward my package to Finland? I've previously used Shipito with US-only vendors and was hoping for something similar.
Sometimes a drawing of a pipe is just a drawing
Do you know or can you find any scholarly articles about analysing adults' drawings that do not relate to health? [more inside]
Australian with US investments
What sort of things should an Australian living in Australia know about owning an investment (e.g., an index fund) in the USA? The investment would be part of a retirement fund that has a low (15%) tax rate in Australia.
How do I get my phone unlocked from abroad?
iPhone 3gs filter: I've tried to get my iphone unlocked with AT&T, but they've closed the account on me without my knowledge, but sent me an instruction to unlock it anyway based on my previous submission. I can't tell if the phone is unlocked, what are my options here? [more inside]
Seeking group therapy/support groups/non-profits for family members with brain cysts.
I'm seeking group therapy/support groups/non-profits for family members with brain cysts. [more inside]
April 22
Help me plan a fun date in SF Bay Area, but with some limitations.
Help me plan a fun date in SF Bay Area, but with some limitations. [more inside]
How to install a facebook button on wordpress blog?
How to install a facebook like button in a wordpress blog? [more inside]
posted by Mrs. Buck Turgidson at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Mrs. Buck Turgidson at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I create a Postini account?
iPad as pre-kindergarten tutor?
Best iPad educational apps to help a 5 year old catch up before kindergarten? She needs help with basic English, ABCs, numbers. [more inside]
posted by CruiseSavvy at 9:58 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by CruiseSavvy at 9:58 PM PST - 11 comments
Very Effective Fan, Please
Can you recommend a great fan or portable air cooler for travel? [more inside]
Non-logo identifiers
What are brand identifiers that are not logos? such as Starbuck's green straw and Apple's white earphones [more inside]
posted by ichomp at 9:14 PM PST - 67 comments
posted by ichomp at 9:14 PM PST - 67 comments
NYC Art-stravaganza!
I get to spend two months this summer in New York City, and I'm gonna hit as many art museums as I can, all genres and kinds. What should I read first to get the most out of the experience? [more inside]
posted by Apropos of Something at 9:11 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Apropos of Something at 9:11 PM PST - 18 comments
Nice rack, wanna check my code into ur repository?
My superiors keep checking out my cleavage during conversation at work. What now? [more inside]
posted by amestar_runner at 8:49 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by amestar_runner at 8:49 PM PST - 51 comments
Should I contribute to this report?
I worked on a professional project which went badly wrong. Before the project imploded, I tried to draw attention to the problems and suggest solutions, but was overruled. Now, months later, the project leader wants me to contribute to a report. If you've been in a similar situation, how did you approach it? What pitfalls should I be wary of?
Last-minute vacation advice
Last-minute vacation advice [more inside]
help me run
Why does my body object when I run? [more inside]
Rent a BMW 3 or equivalent in NJ
Want to rent a BMW 3 or equivalent when I am in NJ. Pick up Newark airport or any other NJ location within 60 miles of Newark Airport. I found websites that rent out exotic cars for like $2k a day. I am not looking for an exotic car. I just want something like a bmw 3 or audio a4 etc. Can anyone recommend a site or rental company? I can look up the rates but if you know them then feel free to mention it. Thanks!
break up or not?
Should I work harder for my relationship or is it beyond saving at this point? I don't know if I'm sacrificing too much for something that will never work. [more inside]
Name that movie about apartheid South Africa
Help me figure out what movie about apartheid South Africa I'm remembering. [more inside]
Corporate non-profits cheating the system--how??
There are companies that enjoy tax exemption as a 501c3 and yet actually make quite a substantial profit and operate chiefly according to a business/profit-making model. They don't seem to meet some of the key criteria of a non-profit. How do they do this and are there cases in which non-profits end up being forced to drop their non-profit status?
If so, does this usually happen because of challenges from legislators, IRS, community members or who?
If it helps, I'm thinking of UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) which pulled 750million in profit last year and is involved in a public battle against Highmark BCBS over who enjoys the title of regional insurance monopolist. (Apparently they value profit over their professed healthcare mission.)
Thanks for any information!
posted by sb3 at 6:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by sb3 at 6:33 PM PST - 12 comments
Why would a candidate's poll be complimentary to her opponents?
Why would a poll paid for by a congressional primary campaign include so much complimentary information about the opposing candidates? [more inside]
posted by escabeche at 6:27 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by escabeche at 6:27 PM PST - 9 comments
Engraved silver, post-divorce?
My in-laws engraved a silver bowl, with our names and wedding date, for our wedding. We're divorced. What the heck do we do with the bowl?
My ex-husband doesn't want it. It's not my style. I feel like there must be something better that I can do with it than give it to Goodwill. It's Oneida and silverplate (looks like only the exterior was plated). Ideas?
posted by rednikki at 5:51 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by rednikki at 5:51 PM PST - 17 comments
Women's clothing stores. Aaaaauuuugggh?
I need clothes. Clothing stores are making this really difficult for me nowadays. Where do you shop? [more inside]
What movie: betrayal by bodyguards
Name the movie: a teenage protagonist triumphs over the bad guy by offering his bodyguards a better deal than they're getting with their employer. I thought this was the conclusion of Masterminds with Patrick Stewart, but according to internet plot summaries, apparently not. I do think the movie the scene is from could be of the same targeted-at-teenagers ilk, but I'm not sure. Any ideas?
Guide me to brunchy success!
Help me plan my first brunch ever, to celebrate my birthday! All I know is I want to make macarons. I also have never hosted any kind of party and don't know how to entertain. [more inside]
I wasn't expecting to have to prime this pump
Why does my iTunes have a delay on audio output unless it's "warmed up"? [more inside]
Two Weeks in Puerto Rico - Must See? Must Do? Must Eat? Must Buy?
My wife and I will (very soon!) be spending two weeks in Puerto Rico to celebrate our anniversary and my 30th birthday - Help us get the most out of our trip! [more inside]
posted by schwab at 4:55 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by schwab at 4:55 PM PST - 11 comments
Was my grandmother calling me a cup of soup?
What was my Bubbe saying when she said "Teppeleh zoft"? [more inside]
Manually installing Disqus on Tumblr
I am having trouble manually installing Disqus on my Tumblr. The theme is Lines. When I follow the suggestions on Disqus' site, it causes the "# comments" part to all show up on the most recent post, rather than one link next to each post. So right now there are three "0 comments" links next to my most recent post. I'm not very familiar with HTML, and each place I've tried to put the code hasn't fixed the problem. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
posted by Corduroy at 4:10 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Corduroy at 4:10 PM PST - 3 comments
Scanned stuff on new iPad?
How do scanned comics and PDFs look on the new iPad? [more inside]
Facebook - business or personal?
Two Facebook accounts: one personal, one business. What are the risks? [more inside]
posted by Paragon at 3:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Paragon at 3:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Natural Gas Marketing - Where can I buy the worlds best training?
Please recommend to me a place to receive 'natural gas marketing' training. [more inside]
posted by anewnormal at 3:36 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by anewnormal at 3:36 PM PST - 2 comments
You work on stringed instruments so you are a luthier...
What is your crafty job title? [more inside]
What to do in Billings, MT?
I'm headed to Billings, MT tomorrow for work, and have a couple of nights free. Where can I go/what can I do, to get away from the special hell of business travel that is hotels and chain restaurants? [more inside]
posted by cosmonaught at 1:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by cosmonaught at 1:49 PM PST - 6 comments
Best wet cat food for an elderly cat?
Best wet cat food for an elderly (17yo) cat? Special snowflake issues inside. [more inside]
posted by Jacqueline at 1:36 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Jacqueline at 1:36 PM PST - 25 comments
from internship to a full time position?
[US work visa issue] starting as an (unpaid) internship for a month and moving on to a full-time position? [more inside]
posted by perkinite at 1:15 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by perkinite at 1:15 PM PST - 10 comments
Should I learn to talk GirlTalk?
Girl Talk is coming to town. I'm thinking of going. I'm not overly fond of a lot of modern rap, and it seems that is a common element in the samples he uses. Should I go to the show in spite of this, or will I generally end up being annoyed/disappointed by what he creates during his live set?
posted by hippybear at 1:15 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by hippybear at 1:15 PM PST - 26 comments
Japanese translation help
What is the conclusion of this short scientific article in Japanese (link to the PDF)? It's about the palatability of comfrey for cows, but I don't speak Japanese. All I'd like to know is: did the cows like it or not? (for the record, a common opinion is that the plant is too hairy and that cows don't like it unless it's dried or wilted). There's no abstract so the answer is probably in the last page. [more inside]
posted by elgilito at 1:11 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by elgilito at 1:11 PM PST - 2 comments
Need VBA help to refresh and save worksheet.
Have Excel 2007. I would like to have a spreadsheet perform the following simple? tasks [more inside]
Just the stubble
How can I keep my facial hair regularly at "stubble" level? [more inside]
What's the best (and easiest) way to sell my baseball card collection?
I have a few dozen cards from the 1950s-1980s that may have some value (even a few that are older), and I'm most interested in selling those without getting ripped off. Are consignment services like CheckOutMyCards.com a decent way to go? Do cards need to be professionally graded in order for someone to be interested? [more inside]
Reality check on not caring and not knowing what to do?
I feel like something just snapped in my head. Alternatively I'm being a baby and a drama queen, but a tiny voice is telling me something isn't right and I need to ask for help. I'm not sure if the site is really for this, but I would really appreciate a reality check and for someone to tell me what to do now. [more inside]
Dear AskMefi...
Need advice on a high level meeting. [more inside]
Skin care for my face?
How do you care for your face? [more inside]
How to help someone catch up on the soft skills he should have picked up growing up?
What can help someone learn the 'soft skills' of successful employment? I have a friend who is constantly putting up barriers to his own success, and i think that it might just be a matter of recognizing what he's doing and what to do differently. [more inside]
Help Me Restore My Blog Layout
I screwed up my (Blogger) blog settings and lost my layout. [more inside]
posted by Quisp Lover at 10:15 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 10:15 AM PST - 5 comments
All these jobs and I can't tell which one fits!
I have the degrees. Now where do I go to feel worthwhile? [more inside]
You're not even on Facebook friend level
How to respond to out-of-the-blue "reconnecting" attempts from estranged family? [more inside]
no seriously, is this masters worth it?
Help me make a decision I keep circling over again and again -- interdisciplinary masters that lets me do some cool research now, or continuing to work/exist in desired city and a more professional and/or appropriate MA/PHd in the next year or two? [more inside]
Road Trippy!!
Road Trip (!!!) Filter: Show me a good time between Paducah, KY and Grand Rapids, MI. [more inside]
How to best support a long-distance not-boyfriend who is dealing with PTSD?
How can I be a (romantic?) long-distance friend to someone with PTSD? [more inside]
Suggest a long weekend away from Baltimore
Seeking suggestions for a vacation in June within a four hour driving radius of Baltimore, MD. [more inside]
Creating a daily event that moves ahead 5 minutes each day.
How do I create a daily calendar event that moves ahead 5 minutes each day? [more inside]
posted by JPDD at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by JPDD at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
How else is babby formed (SCIENCE)?
Have you had IVF? What do you wish you'd known before you started, and what do you regret doing or not doing? [more inside]
Six mice scared one goose by stepping on it's two feet.
My son has become fascinated with non-standard plurals in English, and I need more examples to feed him.
Can you think of more like: Foot --> Feet; Goose --> Geese; Mouse --> Mice. What I'm not looking for is inside: [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 7:55 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by anastasiav at 7:55 AM PST - 25 comments
This was easier in Skyrim.
I've lost a key to an old cabinet and I need to get it open, preferably without destroying anything. [more inside]
posted by metsauce at 7:53 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by metsauce at 7:53 AM PST - 10 comments
Connect MP3 Player to In-dash Connectors
Is there a way to connect an MP3 player directly into the connectors inside the dashboard of my 2002 Hyundai Accent without having to install a radio? [more inside]
How do I stick to my guns and break up?
I've determined that I need to get out of my current live-in romantic relationship. How do I stick to my guns and break up? [more inside]
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Need sources on the media build-up to the premiere of The Mary Tyler Moore Show. [more inside]
posted by glenngulia at 7:25 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by glenngulia at 7:25 AM PST - 6 comments
iPad + digital projector = ?
IPad to to a digital projector... it doesn't seem to be working. Help! [more inside]
Recommend a (non-scummy) medical malpractice attorney in NYC?
Recommend a (non-scummy) medical malpractice attorney in NYC? [more inside]
Not Just About Forks!
Seeking English-language words that mean both a kitchen implement (knife, spoon, colander, pot…) and also a geomorphic or landscape feature (lake, river, mountain, bluff…)
Sinks and cauldrons all qualify, but here my early ay-em ingenuity runs out!
Help me fend off these SEO vampires
My boss wants to pay an SEO company more than he pays me! Help me convince him otherwise. [more inside]
Will my Fulbright grant be denied because of my ADHD?
I was selected for a 2012-13 Fulbright Core research grant, but I'm concerned about the medical clearance. Does my ADHD diagnosis mean I'll be denied clearance? [more inside]
Wear my ring around my neck?
I'm about to get married and can already anticipate times in which I will not want the ring on my hand (like when I'm whitewater kayaking, for fear of losing it), but I'll still want it with me. I'm thinking maybe I'll get a simple, sturdy necklace and a little clip of some kind. Any suggestions for said necklace and/or clip? Also will the stainless clip damage 18k gold?
posted by SampleSize at 6:25 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by SampleSize at 6:25 AM PST - 18 comments
Trainspotting the 1950s.
In the United States of 1955, how would a passenger have traveled by rail from Seattle to New York City? Tell me all I need to know about rail travel in the fifties. [more inside]
What's the song in this commercial?
Help me identify this song. I've tried searching by lyrics to no avail. YouTube link.
posted by danburzo at 4:44 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by danburzo at 4:44 AM PST - 2 comments
Recommended Books on why langauges are so different.
What are some recommended books for the general reader on why languages are so different. How come languages such as Thai, Mandarin, Hebrew or the Indo-European langauges have such hugely different alphabets, let alone such vast differences in pronunciation? Given that human societies share many common characteristics, how come we ended up speaking so differently from each other. As I say, I'd prefer books aimed at the general reader, rather than, say, linguistics specialists.
What do you do when you achieve without trying?
How do people deal with 'success' they never sought, and with what we call 'talent' and 'intelligence'? [more inside]
April 21
I think I'd be a great dog person. Am I nuts?
Very soon, after many years of waiting for the "right" time, I think I will FINALLY be in a situation where I can be a good dog owner and provide a pooch with a wonderful home. Help me make sure I'm not deluding myself. [more inside]
posted by Dorinda at 10:26 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Dorinda at 10:26 PM PST - 16 comments
Suggestions for coordinating wedding dresses in a two-bride wedding?
My lady friend and I just got engaged. We are both ladies, and both want to wear dresses for the wedding. I'm interested in suggestions for how we can choose wedding dresses that complement each other and will look nice together. [more inside]
What advice to give to my fiance, who is in law school and in a bad place?
My fiance is not speaking to me. We are in a long-distance relationship. He is depressed, has ADHD, a probable gaming addiction, and not doing well in law school. How can I help him? [more inside]
Help a high school junior get a social life
I am a high school junior who is growing unsatisfied with his social life. How can I meet people outside of school? [more inside]
Have you started a successful non-profit organization or worked for one?
Have you started a successful non-profit organization or worked for one? [more inside]
Is the internet or reality more real?
Help me bridge the gap between the world as it seems through the internet and media vs. the world I go about in every day. [more inside]
posted by grokfest at 8:00 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by grokfest at 8:00 PM PST - 17 comments
Custom Engagement Ring and Necklace
Please recommend a Los Angeles jeweler to design my engagement ring! General questions about custom jewelry as well. [more inside]
posted by insectosaurus at 8:00 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by insectosaurus at 8:00 PM PST - 10 comments
Organic chemistry reaction/reagent database for a student?
I'm studying for my organic chemistry I final exam and I'm looking for some sort of searchable database of reactions and reagents to help me solve problems. [more inside]
posted by sunnichka at 7:58 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by sunnichka at 7:58 PM PST - 12 comments
how to get a shower at Vienna Airport?
Can I get a shower on arrival at Vienna International Airport? [more inside]
posted by procrastinator_general at 7:50 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by procrastinator_general at 7:50 PM PST - 5 comments
Wall Street Journal Paywall
Wall Street Journal Paywall [more inside]
help me find this movie about banned books
moviefilter question: a film from probably the 80's. it takes place at a medieval university, i believe. a new initiate is taken to a hidden room, where the monks/professors/whatever they are have kept copies of all the texts that have been banned by the church or the powers that be. any ideas?
posted by camdan at 7:21 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by camdan at 7:21 PM PST - 7 comments
Where can I find narrow water-friendly hiking sandals?
Please help me find some awesome men's water-friendly hiking sandals. Problem: narrow, low-volume feet! [more inside]
Honeymoon Destination
Upcoming Honeymoon: I want to give the future-wife a dream honeymoon (funds are limited as we're paying for the wedding and honeymoon ourselves). We had initially thought Europe, but apparently it cools off there in December?! After some digging, the future-wife wants to go somewhere we can just be catered to. An all-inclusive seems like the bet option. I am looking for anyone with first-hand experience at any all-inclusive resorts, specifically Excellence Playa Mujeres in Mexico. As a little disclaimer, we are foodies, and we both have walked along some pretty awesome beaches. We aren't vacation snobs, I just want to have an unforgettable honeymoon. Thanks for your help!!
No, Firefox, Don't reload it!!!
How do I make Firefox not reload the page that made it crash? [more inside]
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:29 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:29 PM PST - 5 comments
Looking for a blog, podcast, or website that dissects songs.
Looking for a blog, podcast, or website that dissects songs. [more inside]
Lost in the Technogym
Help me design a strength-training workout with this Technogym equipment. [more inside]
posted by jayder at 4:53 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jayder at 4:53 PM PST - 5 comments
Best introduction to Steven Pinker?
Whats the best Steven Pinker book to start with?
What's a good birthday gift for a tween boy?
One of my friends' sons is turning 12. Help me find him a present. [more inside]
posted by pxe2000 at 4:44 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by pxe2000 at 4:44 PM PST - 10 comments
Shady sales call? How can I tell?
Are they really discontinuing that service? [more inside]
Please help me make lids for these lidless jars
I love these small European-style yogurt jars. They have no lids. Please hope. [more inside]
Cool brands/products for youth that are no longer cool?
Help me think of examples of brands/products that used to be cool, connected & sought after by youth (let's say 17-25) around the world, but have fallen out of favor. [more inside]
posted by red_rabbit at 4:35 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by red_rabbit at 4:35 PM PST - 52 comments
Need help naming a polydactyl girl kitten
Name the kitten. Polydactyl edition. Details and pictures within. [more inside]
posted by bilabial at 4:11 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by bilabial at 4:11 PM PST - 52 comments
Wanting info on Sambo Lemons
I was given a few sambo lemons from a friend that lives in FL & grew them. She didn't have a lot of suggestions on how to use them or know much about them. I tried Google & Wiki & here & found little to nothing. They are large for a lemon & quite green when ripe. On the inside they resemble many citrus fruits- looks like an orange or grapefruit, in sections. But they have little to no juice- very dry, which I'm guessing is a normal attribute. It must be a very primitive citrus fruit. I'd like more info about this plant/ fruit & ideas on how to use them.
Who do I deal with an over-zealous teammate?
I am dealing with an over-zealous teammate. Advice? Details inside. [more inside]
Should I wait until my tooth infection clears before getting them extracted?
My two right wisdom teeth are infected and abscessed. I'm on 500mg of Amoxicillin three times a day. Should I wait until the infection clears before getting them extracted? [more inside]
posted by clcapps at 3:13 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by clcapps at 3:13 PM PST - 12 comments
Supporting a family member through a bad break-up
How can I provide support to my sister-in-law/friend during a difficulty break-up, transition, and international move? Obviously, more complex details inside. [more inside]
Bloodthirsty cat leaves corpses strewn about neighborhood!
My cat is leaving her dead prey in our neighbor's front and back yards, and he doesn't like it. [more inside]
posted by primate moon at 2:25 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by primate moon at 2:25 PM PST - 43 comments
Spartphone App Makers
Best online service for creating and submitting smartphone apps? [more inside]
Southeast Asia travel suggestions
Southeast Asia travel advice desired. Where should two vegetarians who speak English go for a 5 day vacation in mid December? [more inside]
Active Duty vs. Reserves + Coping with Disappointment
US Marine Corps: Active Duty vs. Reserves: My partner wants to be an active duty Marine but his only option may be to join the reserves. Mefites, what is your expierence with active duty vs. reserves, and how can I help him cope with his disapointment? [more inside]
Two for one
What should I know about giving birth to/raising twins? [more inside]
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 1:15 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 1:15 PM PST - 17 comments
Should one roll EE bonds to a 529 plan or rebuy bonds for future education?
Estate planning and a large set of EE bonds. Should grandpa cash and rebuy bonds for grandson's college or roll them into 529 plan? [more inside]
My dogs have ruined the yard!
I'm looking for a place to buy flagstone or slate for my garden in North Brooklyn or Queens. [more inside]
Organize my "medicine" cabinet!
I'm looking for creative ideas for organizing a bathroom "medicine" cabinet. The depth of the shelves is only 3.5 inches. [more inside]
Just like I don't want to read a book that's missing the last hundred pages...
Recommend me TV shows which were consistently good throughout their run and had a proper, satisfying ending. [more inside]
posted by 256 at 12:10 PM PST - 100 comments
posted by 256 at 12:10 PM PST - 100 comments
The Kindle Fire or the Nook Color, what's the better tablet for cartoonists??
Kindle Fire vs. Nook Tablet. What's better for a cartoonist? [more inside]
Please help me ID these bugs.
I've noticed tiny black bugs in my living room over the last couple of weeks, and I need help IDing them. [more inside]
Help me remember a book?
Help me locate a book I read when I was 10 or so? [more inside]
posted by dotgirl at 11:51 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by dotgirl at 11:51 AM PST - 3 comments
Yay fermented milk!
Is jar sterilization necessary when making fermented milk products like kefir and yogurt? [more inside]
posted by susanvance at 11:26 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by susanvance at 11:26 AM PST - 14 comments
It's a shipwreck. It's a job.
I'm a professional sound-gatherer and radio producer. I'd like to structure my next quick getaway around a functioning, active diaphone foghorn. But where the heck are they? [more inside]
Help me find new and fun ways of getting my students' attention
Calling all teachers, camp counselors, parents, educators, and others with related experiences: share your best call-and-response attention-getters! Most of mine have grown stale and I want to mix it up. [more inside]
posted by ORthey at 11:13 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by ORthey at 11:13 AM PST - 18 comments
Help me find the best pairings for a cup of smoky tomato soup
I am cooking a smoky, dark and delicious tomato soup for a friend of mine. Please suggest suitable savory side suggestions that don't involve bread or sugar - meat/cheese combos, odd things like dried figs/cheese, etc. [more inside]
Watching UFC in Toronto
Decent places to watch UFC 145 tonight in Toronto? [more inside]
Firefox address bar showing wrong address
Why does my address bar show the wrong address when I change tabs? [more inside]
Dropped by a friend, now I need to respond and I am stuck on an emotional hamster wheel
I got lost in post-divorce crazytown when I was dropped by a friend. We are in our 40's but it feels like a teenage nightmare. Now he's checking in and I don't know how to respond! [more inside]
how to punish a cat
Cat bit the crap out of wife. Is locking in garage for punishment productive? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark at 9:37 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by H. Roark at 9:37 AM PST - 29 comments
My hair is driving me crazy
Please help me find an easy hairstyle that suits my face shape. [more inside]
posted by gone tharn at 8:40 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by gone tharn at 8:40 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a POS for a small retail store
I'm working on opening a retail store. I've done some research on the different POS software systems available, but I want to know what works in the real world. [more inside]
Blot, Please
Are there any good online police blotters for Long Island, NY that comes complete with accident photos?
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 7:53 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 7:53 AM PST - 2 comments
Adult sized pacifiers
I want to find a/some adult pacifiers. Except, I want them relatively inexpensive. Google-fu failing! [more inside]
What dessert can I make with these restrictions?
I'm currently teaching a grade nine foods class, and I am looking for any suggestions for a dessert recipe other than cookies. I don't have any good ideas! Also, I have multiple limitations on what is possible to make with them. [more inside]
posted by to recite so charmingly at 7:42 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by to recite so charmingly at 7:42 AM PST - 37 comments
For my own sanity/happiness I have to end a LTR, need help
For my own sanity/happiness I have to end a LTR, like TODAY - I could use some advice. [more inside]
The day after the hacking...?
My website was hacked. What now? [more inside]
Taos on the Cheap
We're in Taos, NM with more free time than money. What are some fun things to do here that are free or cheap? (Any cheap eats suggestions also appreciated.)
When laziness meets paranoia- the serrano ham version.
Is is okay to leave serrano ham slices wrapped in their wax paper but on the counter? [more inside]
posted by bquarters at 5:25 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by bquarters at 5:25 AM PST - 18 comments
Earliest examples of Internet- and computer-based art?
What are the earliest examples of Internet-based art? Are they still online? Do they date all the way back to the 1960s when the Internet was founded? Are there earlier examples of computer-based art from before the advent of the Internet?
We're Going To Need A Bigger... Kite
What is the best large parafoil stunt kite for big time family fun at the beach? [more inside]
Akashic Books Noir Series. Which are your favorites?
Akashic Books Noir Series. Which are your favorites?
Each book is an anthology of original short stories. It looks like they've published over fifty volumes. I find they differ greatly in style and overall quality of writing. It makes sense... each anthology has its own editor.
I'd like to read the volumes that have the best quality writing, and are the most fun. Here's what I've read so far, in most favored order: [more inside]
posted by valannc at 1:18 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by valannc at 1:18 AM PST - 3 comments
Vintage images depicting the mind/brain/psychology?
Help me find a vintage image depicting the mind / the brain / psychology for my letterpress business cards. [more inside]
April 20
I'd like to be older when I die
I'm seriously thinking of never riding a bike again, having just had my second serious crash in just over a year - despite it being my default mode of transport since I was 12 years old. I don't really want to stop, but I also don't want to end up a vegetable or dead.
What are some non-obvious defensive (bicycle) riding techniques for an experienced rider to start using?
How do you force yourself to learn and use them after 20+ years of habit? [more inside]
Songs for a Better Future
What are the most comforting songs? I'm thinking along the lines of Bob Marley's Three Little Birds ('Every little thing/ is gonna be all right"). [more inside]
Carbon Cycle for Dummies
Calling all soil scientists: Could someone explain the carbon cycle diagram on this page to me like I'm a three year old? [more inside]
posted by stray at 9:16 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by stray at 9:16 PM PST - 9 comments
DIY Butter Fail
I just tried to make my own butter and it looks like it was a total fail. Please perform an autopsy with me! [more inside]
posted by scuza at 8:02 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by scuza at 8:02 PM PST - 12 comments
Is my voice gone, or just severely out of practice?
I didn't sing for eight years, and now I basically can't. Is my voice gone, or just severely out of practice? I'm 22 and female. [more inside]
Temp home for our cat?
Do you have any ideas for temporary placement for our cat till we can get a new place that allows cats? no friends or family can help. [more inside]
I WILL say YES!
Surprise marriage proposal filter, askee edition: how did you handle it and what did you notice your spouse doing a lot of before he/she proposed? [more inside]
What are other songs like Orion?
What are more songs (or albums) similar to Metallica's Orion, particularly the counterpoint that starts at around 4:00?
Hiring High Schoolers as Interns?
Let's say I wanted to hire a high school student for the summer as an intern (probably paid). What are the differences between this and dealing with college students? How does age affect things? Parents? Expectations? Etc. [more inside]
How to deal with chronic pain?
How do you deal psychologically with chronic pain? Practical tips for daily living welcomed as well. [more inside]
Let's go do this life thing. Because I suck at titles.
Let's go do this life thing. Point the way and boot me up the nethers, mefites. [more inside]
Large medical bill uncovered by insurance
I thought my medical procedures would be covered by my school's health insurance, but I was terribly wrong. Now I owe more than $4000. Please help me calm down and think about possible options. [more inside]
I'm going crazy.
In the past three weeks I've gone from working 23 hours a week to 53 hours a week, and having 2-3 days off a week to having maybe one day off every 3 weeks if I'm lucky. How do I handle the resulting stress? [more inside]
To work full time or not...
I currently work 20 hrs./week at a local nonprofit in field "XYZ." My husband works full time (8-6, usually), and we have a 2-year-old son who goes to my parents' house while I'm at work (3 days a week). However, yesterday I was contacted about a full-time job that's very appealing, and I don't know whether to pursue it. [more inside]
Is a mortgage a useful stepping stone when trading one house for another?
Should I consider a mortgage when I want to sell my paid-off house and buy a new one, outright? [more inside]
A year ago, I never thought that having two employers fight over me would be a bad thing...
I work for a non-profit. A personal friend of my boss is trying to poach me to a much better paying job in the private sector. What is the ethical way to navigate this? [more inside]
What do I need to know for Twitter interviews?
I'm interviewing for a business role at Twitter next week - what do I need to know? [more inside]
Am I making foreign earned income when I freelance in another country for U.S. firms?
If I do freelance work for U.S. companies while residing in a foreign country, is that considered "foreign earned income for IRS purposes? [more inside]
Is there a graphic design program that will automatically separate elements in an imported image so I can rearrange them?
Is there a graphic design program that will automatically separate elements in an imported image so I can rearrange them? [more inside]
posted by grammalvsu at 2:09 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by grammalvsu at 2:09 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find the best strange science fiction novels.
Help me find more speculative/science fiction novels like Geoff Ryman's The Child Garden and Michael Swanwick's Stations of the Tide! [more inside]
posted by overglow at 2:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by overglow at 2:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Green white noise
I run an oscillating fan in my room for large parts of the day for the white noise and the breeze. How much is this adding to my carbon footprint, and can I be more efficient about it? [more inside]
I'll date you AND give you $5,000,000! I just need a small down payment.
Have you run into any 401 scammers on OKcupid? [more inside]
Help me pick Medical Insurance.
What factors should I consider when choosing Medical Insurance? [more inside]
posted by brenton at 1:23 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by brenton at 1:23 PM PST - 23 comments
An old memory of color TV?
Color on a black and white TV? What?! (1950s filter). [more inside]
The Tea Party's greatest hits
What are the Tea Party's greatest hits? [more inside]
I'm sorry, I can't recommend your product.
How do I politely tell a company that I didn't like their product and don't want to review it? [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 12:09 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 12:09 PM PST - 34 comments
Song that may or may not be titled "Novocaine"
Need the artist and song name of a song from Animal Planet's "American Stuffers" that has lyrics talking about "Novocaine" and is sung by a Carrie Underwood-type woman! Gah! [more inside]
Medibooks? Quickhealth? Medical-billing accounting software for consumers?
*Consumer*-oriented medical billing accounting software? [more inside]
How I wish refrigerated shoes were a real thing.
My feet get really hot when I exercise. It's incredibly uncomfortable. What are the best shoes and socks for me? [more inside]
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 11:06 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 11:06 AM PST - 10 comments
Stickers for laptops
My company would like to get our logo printed onto custom decals, for distribution at an industry event. Caveat: these are for sticking onto laptops, so they're not allowed to be adversely affected by heat. [more inside]
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 10:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 10:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Being supportive, trying to get someone to express themselves.
How do I get my girlfriend to be brave? [more inside]
I don't drink. Ever. A cop says I blew .22. Now what?
I got pulled over and asked if I'd been drinking. I hadn't (I never drink, at all), and happily submitted to a breathalyzer... which the cop said read .22. (He did not let me see the numbers, tellingly.) So, now I have a court date. [more inside]
Has Anyone Preferred The Words To The Music?
Settle A Couple's Fight: Has there ever seen a case , in a situation where the composer of the music and the writer of the words are separate people, the librettist is more famous and his contribution is popularly viewed as superior to the composer?
posted by The Whelk at 10:19 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by The Whelk at 10:19 AM PST - 39 comments
Give me [a] back [to] my couch!
We have a dream... to rearrange our media room so that the couch is not against the wall. The problem? It's this sofa, and the cushions do fall off after a few minutes of relaxed sitting, despite being weighted. We considered putting a heavy piece of furniture behind it, but that's not ideal as it takes up all the wonderful space we are trying to get back. Can you help us add a back to our couch? [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea at 10:18 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by two lights above the sea at 10:18 AM PST - 15 comments
Where to Kayak and Canoe in between Massachusetts and Delaware?
Where is a good place to go canoeing/kayaking on Memorial Day weekend in between Western Massachusetts and Delaware? [more inside]
Entry level jobs for FEMA, the red cross or an ESL position in South America?
I want to travel, one way I have heard to do this is through organizations such as FEMA and the red cross. I am graduating with a Bachelors in English in 3 weeks and am 24 years old. There are no entry level jobs that I saw available on their websites, am I doing something wrong? Does anyone know where I can find entry level positions?
I had thought about teaching English in a Spanish speaking country, does anyone know of some reputable programs for someone wish bare-bones Spanish knowledge looking to improve?
If I don't know what the future looks like, how can I plan ahead?
Tools for visualizing the interim steps of long-term goals, when there's no established model for the long term goal? Longer description inside. [more inside]
Need a good strong female mythic name!
Everyone loves to do it: help me name my new kitty! [more inside]
Artomatic Advice?
I'm going to be participating in my first Artomatic this year! Yay! I'm in the second group for site selection! Yay! Um...now what? [more inside]
Poppins? Mary Poppins? Are you there?
We need a nanny/childcare in Seattle STAT! Help Seattle MeFites! [more inside]
posted by pencroft at 9:00 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by pencroft at 9:00 AM PST - 7 comments
Toddler behavior - throwing things but not out of anger - what to do?
My 16 month old son throws his cup or his food when he no longer wants it. Not emotional, not a tantrum, definitely willful. The boy looks us straight in the eye and throws. He doesn't seem to respond to a harsh "No!" or the more empathetic, gentle "we set our cup down nicely" approach. I am assuming this is pretty standard kid behavior, but is there anyway to curtail this behavior in a kind, constructive and effective manner? He is pretty happy, easy going little guy, right now.
Ideas for hosting a very merry birthday party.
I'm looking for ideas to host a great Alice in Wonderland-themed potluck golden 30th birthday party. [more inside]
Interesting under-15-minute podcasts?
Over the past few years, despite my Luddite sympathies, I've become a devoted podcast listener. I recently dropped a couple that I wasn't enjoying as much as I once had, but I'd like to see if there's maybe one more I could squeeze in. Any suggestions for interesting 10-15 minute podcasts? [more inside]
posted by jhandey at 8:52 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by jhandey at 8:52 AM PST - 19 comments
Remote Management
How do I win friends and influence people when I don't know what they look like? My new job requires me to manage client projects remotely. Most of my time with clients is spent either in conference calls, one-on-one phone calls, or communicating through email and Basecamp. I usually have no idea what these people look like. As a project manager I need to keep the client moving towards the finish line by making decisions quickly and getting things done on time. My question is two fold: 1) How do I motivate and influence a team that works for another organization?, and 2) How do I best do this being remote? I am looking for techniques and tools that will help me be an effective, remote, 3rd party project manager. If it matters I work for a Software as a Service company. My clients are implementing our software on their websites. The client may or may not have a dedicated project manager. Help me drive things forward!
posted by jasondigitized at 8:33 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 8:33 AM PST - 16 comments
WLTM laptop for days of CS5 and evenings of Skyrim <$1000
My 8 year old Dell 8600c laptop while still working, no longer has a screen and so is retired to desk work only tethered to an external monitor. Now I need a laptop that I can move around again that'll play nice with Adobe CS5, run some decent games, and will cost no more than $1000. [more inside]
Which cell phone should I choose?
I'm switching my cell phone service from Bell to Koodo. I'd like a smartphone but I've never had one before. Which phone should I get? [more inside]
Good Hip Hop songs that sound like they are running on a higher RPM?
What are some hip hop songs/albums/artists that use the sped-up RPM voices (like the Chimpmunk's sound) and/or horn samples well in their songs? [more inside]
posted by shortyJBot at 7:23 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by shortyJBot at 7:23 AM PST - 26 comments
How to stop negative feeling regarding life status
How to feel less isolated and being single, over 30 and female and an individual that doesn't fit the norm? [more inside]
Hot sauce recipes sought. All kinds. That is all. Thank you.
Hot sauce recipes sought. All kinds. That is all. Thank you.
posted by beshtya at 7:11 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by beshtya at 7:11 AM PST - 12 comments
Winter boots that will last 20 years
Please help me find winter boots that will last for 20 years. My old pair of boots, that I've owned since high school, finally broke this March after 20 Minnesota winters (the rubber cracked). I want new warm and waterproof boots that will last me at least as long as the last pair. Are there particular brands, models, or features I should look for? [more inside]
posted by Area Man at 6:33 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Area Man at 6:33 AM PST - 18 comments
How to plan a trip to Paris
I'm planning a trip to Paris from Boston for my family (wife, 3 girls 13, 11, 9) sometime over the summer. I don't know what I'm doing.
How do I find the least expensive flights?
Are there tricks to knowing when to leave and return? e.g. are there travel days that get better rates; leave on a Wednesday and return on Monday for cheapest flights?
What's the minimum number of days we should stay to make it worth the trip? I was thinking 5-6 days.
Is July better than August in Paris?
Do you have a favorite place to stay while in Paris? hotel? b&b? youth hostel?
Thank you!
How can I create a blog that autoposts specific content when I post it at another site?
How does the Metafilter Deleted Threads blog pull info and then publish it automatically? [more inside]
Tuna water
My friend's uncle claims that he lives solely on "tuna water", cold water blended with tinned tuna. He adds he flavours it with Kool-Aid. Would flavoured tuna water sustain human life? [more inside]
How bad is it for you to sleep with the light on ?
How bad is sleeping with the light on? I have checked google! - more inside. [more inside]
Best way to replace borrowed tool?
How should I handle the reimbursement/replacement of a tool I borrowed from a friendly neighbor then broke. [more inside]
Travel alarm clock that also will charge a USB device
DoesThisExistFilter: Is there such a thing as a small, loud travel alarm clock that also will charge a device/provide current through a USB port? The user needs a louder alarm than provided by his cell phone (he often sleeps with ear plugs), and it would be nice to charge the phone at the same time. [more inside]
new home expenses that aren't the house itself
Buying a tax auction house: how much money do I need to set aside for other immediate expenses? Is there anything else I should know? [more inside]
April 19
Need to reign in recycling chaos!
Recycling overload - looking for sorting bin suggestions [more inside]
posted by Maarika at 8:45 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Maarika at 8:45 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me with a dating situation, and also dating in general!!
I am looking for advice on a specific situation, but general comments are welcomed too.
The situation is as follows: I went out with a guy (I'm a girl) a couple of days ago and it went really really well. I am fairly sure it was a date, because he bought drinks, put his hand on my waist, and we sort of kissed a little bit but not really.
We went out again tonight, and we had a good time. But at the end, he hugged me like he would a bro. We also each paid for our own meal, which I had planned on doing anyway, but my friends always tell me that's one of the ways to tell if it was a date or just hanging out. I am really confused about what just happened. Anyone has ideas? [more inside]
Why am I such a poor conversationalist, and how to improve?
Why do I repeat myself instead of explaining or describing what I mean in real-life conversation? When people have acknowledged my statement, why do I keep going with it at all, much less repeat almost the exact same phrasing? Why do I have so much trouble maintaining continuity in a topic? I am a dreadful conversationalist- this must be really irritating to others, but half the time I don't even realize that I'm doing it. How can I stop? [more inside]
posted by windykites at 8:17 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by windykites at 8:17 PM PST - 7 comments
Help TV me please: new TV, antenna, and old stereo?
What TV and digital antenna do I buy? Please drag me kicking and screaming into the semi-modern era of television viewing. I want to watch TV, not pay for cable and have the sound travel through my vintage stereo. [more inside]
Was Rosa Parks asked to move back, or stand?
Was Rosa Park's bus full, or were just the white seats full? Was she asked to stand, or move to the back of the bus? [more inside]
If I had written this down in my journal I would not be having this problem.
I'm looking for a journal I've seen that is a series of random and strange questions that you answer. [more inside]
posted by danielle the bee at 7:49 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by danielle the bee at 7:49 PM PST - 3 comments
Testing, testing?
I'm getting ready to take my comps in less than two weeks. Any advice? [more inside]
Can you name something German?
There's a German, or Austrian comedian that goes around the US in public places dense with pedestrians and asks questions (mock interview style) about Germany, while playing up a euro-german sort of archetype. I have searched to no avail, if anyone could link or send a name it would very appreciated. And, it is so funny if I don't see it I will die. Thanks!
posted by four panels at 7:10 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by four panels at 7:10 PM PST - 6 comments
Putting My Foot Down
How do I pick a new bank/credit union and go about switching? [more inside]
posted by hoyland at 7:07 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by hoyland at 7:07 PM PST - 19 comments
Why don't African violets propagate "true"?
Why do African violets not propagate "true," in regards to color patterns? [more inside]
Recommend me a cheap printer I can take with me on a 6-week trip
Recommend me a cheap printer I can take with me on a 6-week trip. [more inside]
posted by skwt at 6:09 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by skwt at 6:09 PM PST - 6 comments
Help with Being a Healthy and Honest Individual, after Trauma
Having grown up in an abusive home where every move of mine was watched and controlled like a hawk, and I had to anticipate reactions in order to survive, I ended up molding many of my desires around those anticipated reactions. So now, as an adult of advancing age, how do I learn to know what I want, and act on those desires with honesty and integrity? What are some steps I can actually take? Books I can read? Simple thoughts to repeat to myself? [more inside]
How do motorcyclists and cyclists around the world greet each other?
What kinds of different greetings do motorcyclists and cyclists in different parts of the world have for each other when they pass on the road? [more inside]
Fl(ask) Metafilter.
Can any MeFites point me towards a (preferably under-$20) flask that is funky or memorable in some way? [more inside]
Help me disappear!
How to erase all traces of me on my work computer? [more inside]
posted by lulu68 at 5:16 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by lulu68 at 5:16 PM PST - 14 comments
All I ask is an email, damn it!
For those of you who don't contact your SO every day - and for those of you who got used to a SO who goes radio silent: Help! I'd love some perspective. [more inside]
Can't find this video again. Argggh. (help?)
Can you help me find this video/clip? I watched it at the office maybe 3 weeks ago and didn't bookmark it. It was actually a clip from a TV show (I think) and several of the commenters commented on the fact they rarely watch the show, but always love the clips of the skits on the web. This particular skit was about "Gadget Overload" (my words) where everything was going off at once. You can imagine: They were updating Facebook while an iPhone message was coming in and the Twitter write box was flashing. I can't even remember if it was animated or live-action(!) But it encapsulated the iBarrage beautifully. As always, thanks in advance!
posted by Gerard Sorme at 5:10 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Gerard Sorme at 5:10 PM PST - 3 comments
Help the stats-challenged understand an odds ratio
Statistics make my head go wobbly. But I need to understand something about odds ratios. Actually, I don't need to understand -- I just need to make sure I'm not screwing up this particular figure. Please help! [more inside]
posted by neroli at 5:09 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by neroli at 5:09 PM PST - 15 comments
Mixed marriages
What are your strategies for maintaining sanity in relationships where one person is much more organized/a planner than the other -- from the perspective of the more disorganized partner? [more inside]
The $12 Cup of Coffee
When I got my coffee, I'm completely sure I handed the guy a twenty (pulled it out of the ATM last night). The change he gave me was $10 short. I told him, he counted the money in the register, it was short, and I didn't get my money. Is there something I should have done that I didn't do? [more inside]
posted by vathek at 4:41 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by vathek at 4:41 PM PST - 33 comments
Trip to DC
I'm planning a trip to DC in June and wondering what areas are safe & not so safe? Also hotels are very expensive so can anyone suggest a hotel (staying a week) in or around DC that is convenient to the Metro and again a safe area and not so expensive as to dry out your bank account? Any tips about DC in general?
Lie to me. Actually, lie to my friend, over here...
I started becoming pen pals with someone online and now they're coming to visit! BUT they're traveling partner is wary of people met online and wouldn't be happy about hanging out with me. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by alex_skazat at 3:41 PM PST - 95 comments
posted by alex_skazat at 3:41 PM PST - 95 comments
Need help from SO during a stressful time
Having a very stressful time lately, and not sure how to ask for help from the SO. [more inside]
My girlfriend might have lost her insurance, and we need help.
AskMe: we need help. My girlfriend just found out that her health insurance was terminated for non-payment (she thought she had paid it, and when I get home this evening we'll double-check our accounts to see what happened.) Whether the error was hers or the insurance company's, the company has stated that it'll take them 10-14 days to know whether or not they can reinstate the plan regardless. She has a pre-existing condition (ADHD), so consistent coverage is very important - and Ms. MP is starting to freak out. What's our next move, and how do we get through this? [more inside]
Where can I find detailed info on how locks work?
I'm looking for reputable articles on how locks(ie. tumbler locks, pin locks, ect) work. I have to write a 5-page paper on the physics of locks for a class but I'm having trouble finding articles other than just Wikipedia explanations. I need a few sources Wikipedia besides that because this is a college course. Any suggestions?
posted by kitsully at 2:44 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kitsully at 2:44 PM PST - 14 comments
What's my recourse for a car repair job that went south?
What's my recourse, if any, for a car repair job that went south? [more inside]
Case (like iPad) for a Asus Transformer Prime
I'm trying to find a slim case for Asus Transfomer Prime. Slimmer the better. I really like the iPad2 case.
Silicon material like iPad case is preferred over leather.
This would be ideal, but the reviews are not that good.
Thanks.
Life Insurance for Stoners?
I want to get some life insurance. But, I like to smoke the marijuana from time to time. What can I do? [more inside]
Starbugs
After reading about Starbucks' use of crushed insects for use as food dye, I'd like to know what other food products contain intentionally hidden animal or insect parts. For instance, refined sugar is passed through a cow-bone charcoal filter. Is there a vegan guide that details all of these products? [more inside]
Seeking two-device iOS turn-based games.
I'm in the front passenger seat with my iPhone. My six year old son is in the back seat with an iPad. What turn-based games can we play, each using our own device. The iPad does not have an Internet connection. [more inside]
posted by alms at 1:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by alms at 1:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Repurposing Comcast cable box
Can I use an old Comcast digital cable box as a digital converter box to connect an antenna to an old analog TV? If not, is there anything interesting I can do with it beyond ebay?
Steeper climbs, more intervals, or faster pace for century cycling training?
I'm signed up to do a century, a 100-mile bicycle ride, in a little over four weeks. Given the training that I've been doing, what are the best specific things I can do in the next month to get stronger and faster? [more inside]
posted by bluedaisy at 12:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by bluedaisy at 12:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Roaming in the gloaming
I'm planning a holiday in Scotland this August with a friend. We'd like to incorporate a few days (anything up to a week) of walking. Ideally, we'd like to go on a guided walk organised by a tour company - the kind where you stay in B&Bs/guest houses each night and the tour company organises transportation of your luggage during the day. The level of walking should be of the easy-to-moderate rather than super-challenging: the goal is to appreciate the beautiful Scottish landscape rather than undertake a strenuous physical challenge.
I've googled tour companies that offer this kind of thing, but I was wondering if any mefites have specific recommendations for UK-based tour companies offering this kind of holiday? Or any particular advice?
posted by meronym at 12:41 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by meronym at 12:41 PM PST - 9 comments
Where should we go in Japan (~ central Honshu) to get out of the city and do some hiking?
Where do you recommend to get out of the cities and see some nature/countryside in Japan? We'd love to hike, and spend some time soaking in outdoor hot springs. We've looked at the Japanese Alps as well as the area around Hakone, but we're having trouble sorting through the options, and a bit nervous about the guidebook references to "hoards of day-trippers." Help us focus? Any recommendations for towns, specific hiking trails or hotels? [more inside]
posted by copacetic at 12:22 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by copacetic at 12:22 PM PST - 11 comments
No mana burn? Wat!? Kids these days...
Magic the Gathering filter: so, I no longer play, but I just learned that mana burn was eliminated in 2010 and my curiosity was piqued: specifically with regard to vintage format, what (if anything) has gotten better/is actually getting played because of this change that was not getting played much before ?
posted by juv3nal at 12:08 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by juv3nal at 12:08 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me organize a library with lots of unbound materials
I'm helping a tiny non-profit to organize their materials into a library. How should I deal with all the unbound print materials, such as print-offs of journal articles, maps, posters, and so forth? [more inside]
posted by wowbobwow at 12:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by wowbobwow at 12:02 PM PST - 4 comments
Playing catch-up with pregnancy screening
She's 14 weeks pregnant and happy about it. So far, the only test she's had is a pregnancy test. What did she miss? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus at 12:00 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by pseudostrabismus at 12:00 PM PST - 29 comments
Where can I get classic Marvel comics on newsprint, in colour?
I'd like to read some great old Marvel comics. The only reprinted compilations that I've seen in bookstores are the Essentials, which are in black and white (when the whole point is how colourful they are), and the Masterpiece series, which are expensive, and the colours don't look right when printed on the shiny paper. Is there any way to get reprints in colour on newsprint? I know there was at one point, since I first encountered the Fantastic Four in Archie's-double-digest-like format.
posted by poetcop at 11:22 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by poetcop at 11:22 AM PST - 9 comments
Question about motion sickness and weed
Is it normal that I feel the same unpleasant effects after smoking weed for the first time as I do when I get motion sick? [more inside]
Are the odds (ever) in my favor in this raffle?
Are the odds in this raffle significantly better than last year? [more inside]
Can this computer be saved?
Can this laptop be saved? What are my options for getting it looked at cheaply/getting a replacement cheaply? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by mreleganza at 10:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by mreleganza at 10:29 AM PST - 15 comments
Where is a good place to star gaze the night of May 20 around Sonoma, CA?
Where is a good place to star gaze the night of May 20 around Sonoma, CA? [more inside]
Marketing Plan
Existing Corporate Marketing Plans [more inside]
Backpacking in Central America -- what do I take and how do I pack it?
Backpacking in Central and South America -- What do I bring? [more inside]
If she moved out in the middle of the night, that would be fine, too
My roommate gave me notice that she was moving out on May 1. Now she says she's staying until the end of her lease. But we don't have a lease! This is in NYC. [more inside]
posted by mgar at 10:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mgar at 10:09 AM PST - 8 comments
Laid off with no termination date.
I've recently found out via public notice that the company I work for is closing, but I don't know when. The boss hasn't said anything to my colleagues or me. How do I approach him? [more inside]
posted by wigsnatcher at 9:59 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by wigsnatcher at 9:59 AM PST - 18 comments
My baby is safe but keeps giving me nightmares.
Every night I dream my newborn baby is in bed with me and is in danger of being crushed or suffocated in the blankets. How do I stop these awful dreams? [more inside]
posted by CrazyLemonade at 9:52 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by CrazyLemonade at 9:52 AM PST - 22 comments
How do non-profits deal with fraudulent donations?
I'm the volunteer web developer for a local non-profit and we're having a problem with our donation page. It's the problem described in this article and this article - what's happening is that credit card thieves are using our donation page to validate stolen credit cards. [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 9:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by exhilaration at 9:14 AM PST - 9 comments
shaving off the time sinks
I am trying to find more time in my life, and am looking for tools and strategies to minimize the time I spend on the internet without totally disconnecting. [more inside]
posted by Theta States at 9:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Theta States at 9:08 AM PST - 7 comments
I googled this first. Honestly, I did.
I have finally gotten my iTunes library in good working order, including the album art. However, when I transfer songs to my iPhone, the album art is missing. If you have successfully remedied this situation, I'd love to hear from you. [more inside]
posted by 4ster at 9:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by 4ster at 9:03 AM PST - 8 comments
The best iPod Touch games where you make progress
Looking for top notch, detailed but fun games to play on an iPod Touch. Games like Tower Defense (Lost Earth) or the Angry Birds series, where you can make progress and pick up from where you left off. Not games like Temple Run/Jetpack Joyride/Robot Unicorn Attack where you start from scratch every time (even if you do get upgrades or badges). I am not really interested in Plants vs Zombies or Tiny Wings for whatever reason.
Please help me get this job!
I have a job interview tomorrow for a disability support worker position. The job entails assisting people with disabilities to participate in various recreational activities. I REALLY want to get this job, any tips, especially tips relevant to this field? (with which I don't yet have experience - some snowflakiness within) [more inside]
You got your social media in my Pictionary.
Casual/addictive doodle game Draw Something updated earlier today. Now it's not letting me log in without giving it permission to post things on my Facebook (which I very much Do Not Want). Is there any way I can disable or otherwise get around this new "feature" without resetting my account, or is my glorious 49 turn record doomed forever?
posted by fight or flight at 8:33 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by fight or flight at 8:33 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for part-time nail tech program in NYC
I'm looking for a part-time nail technician program in NYC to learn more about doing manicures and pedicures. I don't know yet if I want to give it all up and become a nail tech, so advice/good things to know/don't do it types of feedback is welcome as well. [more inside]
Go I Know Not Whither and Fetch I Know Not What
How to Deal With Someone's Clinical Depression
After I blew it, how do I now help a clinically depressed good friend who prematurely ended treatment that was working? [more inside]
Help me knock myself out
Help me get over my irrational fear of sleep medication. [more inside]
Half of dinnertime conversation is about brands. Or is it?
Help me find the statistic, the radio program on which I first heard it, or the source of the unsettling claim that 50% of family conversations are about corporations/brands/companies. [more inside]
What to do in Prague
What should I do in/near Prague this weekend? [more inside]
Block websites as non-adminstrator?
How do I block websites without administrator rights? [more inside]
Stickers on Demand
I am a procrastinator and now I am up against a gift-giving deadline (Saturday!) with no time for shipping. For reasons I won't get into here, its really important that I can include custom stickers (small squarish ones like 2x2 or label size; dimensions are not so important). I thought it would be easy to have them made at Walmart or a drugstore but it looks like those places will only ship them to you, not print them in the store.
If I have to, I can buy sticker paper and print them myself but the quality of my home printer is not great. Are there any obvious choices I am overlooking?
posted by halseyaa at 7:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by halseyaa at 7:36 AM PST - 6 comments
Can you help me pick a convention table runner?
Have you ever bought a table runner or table cover for a convention-type table? Need some advice/recommendations. [more inside]
How to print a webpage with additional image
Is there a way to add an image to a web page just for printing purposes? [more inside]
Voting early, but how often?
In a meeting, not an election, how many times can an absentee ballot be used on the same issue? [more inside]
Frailty, thigh name is...
Why the heck am I always rubbing the thighs out of my pants? [more inside]
Want to find out the name of a story I have forgotten
I am trying to find a short sci-fi story but cannot recall either the writer or the title. The story is about a spaceship marooned on a hostile ice planet where they are constantly under siege from the indigenous race there - not described. The people undertake a genetic development programme to alter themselves and their offspring to cope with the outside environment and be more hostile, stronger and savage than the indigenous population. The denouement of the story is the leader telling the last generation of people there that the children are ready to leave .... and that is all I can remember. Can anybody give me any clues or even the name of the story?
Kevin
posted by hruntlefoot at 6:57 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by hruntlefoot at 6:57 AM PST - 7 comments
Would you eat this thing?
I purchased a two-pack of turkey soup. The soup is vacuum sealed in an airless plastic pouch. I accidentally left one unopened pouch out of the refrigerator for 12 hours in 70+ degree house. Still good?
Do you think Art History is a good degree?
I am thinking about majoring in Art History, and would like to know from others that have obtained a bachelors in this area if it was worth it to them? [more inside]
How do I help my friend fight their depression on this?
Do you have any experience with clinical depression, or of being close to someone suffering clinical depression? Help me find the right thing to say to my friend. [more inside]
posted by harujion at 6:19 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by harujion at 6:19 AM PST - 14 comments
Recommend fantasy novels
I want to read some more great fantasy novels and want your recommendations. [more inside]
It's what's outside that counts
Tell me more about the design of alcohol and perfume bottles? [more inside]
posted by taltalim at 6:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by taltalim at 6:09 AM PST - 7 comments
Please help with ideas on how my kitty Pookie was so sick I had to put him to sleep. :(
Calling all Drs, Veterinarians and people of medicinal backgrounds, please input on diagnosis for these symptoms that were found wrong with my cat. [more inside]
posted by shekittymeows at 5:58 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by shekittymeows at 5:58 AM PST - 9 comments
That's not as relatively inexpensive as I'd like.
BoingBoing posted two recommendations for "good, relatively inexpensive [turntables]...Music Hall's MMF 2.2LE and the Pro-Ject Debut III". They're $499 and $389 respectively. What models would give 80 per cent of the bang for 20 per cent of the buck? I'm a listener, not a DJ.
Help! I'm going to be hit with an enormous number of visitors and my iWeb website makes dumb .png decisions!
Is there any way to make iWeb name my image files something other than shapeimage_1.png, shapeimage_2.png, etc?
Alternately, is there any way to make iWeb reuse images instead of reloading a copy of each image for every page it's on? [more inside]
How to learn to cook in 3 months
Due to my mother's mental health, I was never taught to cook, and now I want to learn. However, the following complicates things... [more inside]
April 18
This is more or less the first apartment I've had, so I'm figuring things out...
I want to tell my landlord that I won't be paying any rent this upcoming month, and that he should apply my security deposit to the rent instead. Would this be a wise move? [more inside]
Okay, can I throw it out now?
I bought a box of dried gnocchi today. The cooking instructions on the box have the normal steps: boil water, remove the gnocchi from the package and put it into the water, wait a few minutes. But the last step says "Drain in a colander, reserving some pasta water, and serve with your favorite [brand name] sauce". There are no further directions.
Why the heck are they telling me to reserve the water?
Quirky, intelligent, well made comedies
Movie recommendations - I really liked the movies Kung Fu Hustle and Delhi Belly. What other movies are similar to those two? [more inside]
What was that awesome show about the history of physics in the late 80s?
There was a great series about the history of physics on PBS in the late 80s. It featured a combination of very clear explanations of each of the fundamental equations in physics throughout history presented by a very calm, level voiced (almost reverent) narrator and accompanied by fantastic very BBS Hitchhiker's Guide style animation. What was this show? And where can I find it now? [more inside]
posted by smallerdemon at 9:36 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by smallerdemon at 9:36 PM PST - 14 comments
Becoming a PT
How happy are physical therapists/occupational therapists? [more inside]
Groovy battery operated boombox?
Best battery operated boombox [more inside]
Yeah yeah yeah, the high road, right
If you could go to one other city in Ireland besides Dublin for two days, what would it be? [more inside]
Help me find the correct software package!
What is a good free (or free trial) animation software I can download for a project at work? [more inside]
posted by msk1985 at 8:31 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by msk1985 at 8:31 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me make a connection
Take a look at my flight plan, will I make my connecting flight? [more inside]
posted by crazycanuck at 7:11 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by crazycanuck at 7:11 PM PST - 22 comments
Anonymous SMS to Twitter
I want to create a number to send text messages (SMS) which will then post all the messages onto a Twitter feed... [more inside]
posted by iamck at 7:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by iamck at 7:02 PM PST - 3 comments
Vagina or Niagara?
Today I learned the average volume of menses produced during one menstrual period. This led me to realize my periods are abnormally heavy. I'm not anemic. Are there other things I should be worried about? [more inside]
I've stumbled into a fairly successful business. What's next?
How to be the best digital content consulting guy I can be: taxes, subcontracting, incorporation, fees, etc. Your thoughts on freelancing business stuff? [more inside]
Uplift
Please recommend novels that deal with Uplifting sentient species, bootstrapping technology, a la David Brin's Upllift novels and Vernor Vinge's Zones of Thought series. [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 6:26 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 6:26 PM PST - 22 comments
Foscam+AirportExtreme=MeInsane
For the love of God how do I get my foscam ip camera to work over the internet via my airport extreme? [more inside]
How can I connect my laptop to my speakers wirelessly?
Are there any simple wireless audio adapters that plug directly into 1/8" (or 1/4") audio jacks on a laptop or other mobile device? Perhaps bluetooth or some sort? [more inside]
posted by Kolath at 5:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Kolath at 5:58 PM PST - 5 comments
Can I bring a date to my friend's wedding?
I just received a wedding invitation to a friend's wedding. The invitation itself was addressed to me only. In the RSVP, there are two blanks... one where I'm to fill in my name, and another labeled "Number attending". I'm not sure if this means I'm allowed to bring a date or not. [more inside]
Big E! I think. And then it gets blurry.
Question about the eye exam necessary to get a Pennsylvania drivers license. [more inside]
Longevity Robe?
Robe found in a thrift store with a label that says "Longevity" and "Hangzhou China" along with Chinese characters I cannot translate - Can anyone help me find more information about it? [more inside]
Midwestern recombinant cuisine, Ashkenazi-style?
Does anyone know of any recipes (casseroles? soups? sandwiches?) that feature gefilte fish as an ingredient? Through no fault of my own, I find myself the slightly bewildered owner of 12 pounds of gefilte fish in eight individually sealed jars. I need to eat them all in the next six weeks. Google has failed me, and apparently the famous Midwestern recombinant cuisine does not extend to gefilte fish.
Best job for a 19yr old male?
Best job for a 19yr old male? (Turning 20 in August) [more inside]
posted by JamesBlakeAV at 4:38 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by JamesBlakeAV at 4:38 PM PST - 22 comments
Help us efficiently schedule presenters for a conference.
How can we efficiently schedule presenters for a conference? [more inside]
posted by vecchio at 4:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by vecchio at 4:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Can you recommend a warm, breathable blanket?
I'm looking for a (1) warm, (2) breathable, and if possible (3) heavy-as-in-weight blanket. What kind of blanket do I want, and do you have specific recommendations? [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 4:23 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 4:23 PM PST - 17 comments
~Specific~ symptoms of ADHD?
What are some less generic, more specific symptoms of ADD/ADHD? [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 4:19 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 4:19 PM PST - 37 comments
Best of Bollywood instrumentals
Bollywood filter: I'm looking for a CD of "greatest hits" or classic songs from Bollywood films. Slightly complicating factor: I just want the instrumentals, no vocals. [more inside]
posted by yasaman at 4:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by yasaman at 4:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Trashy Tattoo 4 U
Help me gather a collection of sketchy/trashy skull tattoo pics. [more inside]
Critique my profile?
Disregarding anything weird on my part in my OKCupid messages: what criticisms or observations do you have of my profile and pictures that might be able to explain my response rate? [more inside]
Is my metabolism really this sluggish?
Does the Nike Fuel Band calculate total calories burned or calories over basal metabolic rate? I have a hard time believing that, at 6:44 PM, I have only burned 376 calories since 12 AM. [more inside]
posted by Punctual at 3:46 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Punctual at 3:46 PM PST - 1 comment
Charting Seas of Data
What examples are out there on the web of interactive charts with thousands of data points that can be scrolled through smoothly with little interruption or skipping? [more inside]
What do I need to know before I sell my house in Brisbane?
I'm looking to rent or sell my house in Brisbane, Australia, and am after resources on real estate and financial and tax implications. [more inside]
Do they make real estate agents who AREN'T jerks?
I'm looking for a real estate agent in Westchester/Putnam county NY who would be truly helpful to someone shopping in the bottom of the housing market. [more inside]
posted by badgermushroomSNAKE at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by badgermushroomSNAKE at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me pick a new phone.
Long time AT&T iPhone user. Switching to Verizon. Help me wade through the sea of non-iOS smartphones. [more inside]
posted by zephyr_words at 3:07 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by zephyr_words at 3:07 PM PST - 14 comments
How can I make vegan desserts less terrible for me?
I'm looking for recipes for vegan dessert-type things (cookies, brownies/bars, maybe some delicious muffins or breads) that are low(er) in sugar, fat, and calories. [more inside]
Come to my house! Buy my stuff! And, uh, don't rob me.
I am helping my mother sell several large pieces of furniture prior to her moving, and would like to set up timeframes for people to view/purchase said pieces at her home. Bad idea? [more inside]
Aging punk needs arch support
Low profile, lots of arch support? [more inside]
epub poetry fix
Is there a way to cut white space out of the margins of purchased epubs? [more inside]
Excel keeps unreferring my references
Excel 2010 query using data from MS Access: refreshing the query screws with my cell references. Help me make it stop. [more inside]
posted by jeather at 2:24 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jeather at 2:24 PM PST - 2 comments
How does the shuttle hang on to its carrier plane?
How is the space shuttle actually attached to its carrier plane? [more inside]
posted by BradNelson at 2:21 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by BradNelson at 2:21 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I etchasketch my education history?
What happens if I apply to a 4 year university without disclosing my short stints at community colleges? [more inside]
Camera for student going to China
My little pumpkin will be studying abroad in China this Summer. What is a good small camera that we can get for her without spending more than $200?
posted by sandra194 at 2:12 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sandra194 at 2:12 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find interactive weather graphs similar to the one on my favorite Android widget.
Are there other weather apps or websites that have the same interactive graph interface as my favorite Android weather widget? [more inside]
Once, twice, three times, maybe
I have been married, my marriage didn't work out. Please share the unique and unexpected concerns you encountered in your second or subsequent marriage(s). [more inside]
LGBT bars north of Cincinnati
Asking for my girlfriend, who is travelling in a north Cincinnati suburb and looking for a LGBT-friendly bar tonight. She's staying in West Chester and looking for something closer than the Northside neighborhood. She has a car, but doesn't want to drive "too far". Not looking for a hookup (no meat-markets), more just a place with friendly people where she can get a nice drink and chat/make friends.
posted by JJtheJetPlane at 1:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by JJtheJetPlane at 1:49 PM PST - 6 comments
DVT into PE
DVT developing into PE: % chance? What would happen? [more inside]
posted by sparrows at 1:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sparrows at 1:11 PM PST - 10 comments
Ask for letters now or later?
PhD program letters of recommendation quandary: Ask now when I'm not sure I'll apply to a program next year but when my profs still remember me, or later when I know for sure but (possibly) a year or three have passed? [more inside]
posted by smirkette at 1:07 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by smirkette at 1:07 PM PST - 9 comments
What style is this top and where can I find it?
Women's clothes: What style is this top and where can I find it? [more inside]
posted by lovableiago at 1:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lovableiago at 1:03 PM PST - 10 comments
Pie, on a deadline!
Last-minute pie baking ideas needed! [more inside]
posted by Turkey Glue at 1:02 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Turkey Glue at 1:02 PM PST - 20 comments
I ain't got time for little piggies.
Picture it: Brock "The Python" McMacho, three-time MMA middle-weight champion, retired Navy SEAL and two-time recipient of the Purple Heart, blearily stumbles to the bathroom in the middle of the night. He stubs his toe. Does it hurt? Does it hurt as much as it would hurt me, a big softie? [more inside]
Did MetaFilter Invent "Plo Chops"?
Did the term "plo chops" originate on MetaFilter? [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by terrapin at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Why do some people fail after early success
Two questions: What are some tech or science discoveries that quickly became outdated? Two: What are some of the stories of early tech innovators whose genius flamed out quickly? [more inside]
Seeking info on iconic 1920s streetlights installed in São Paulo by a Canadian company
Looking for info on iconic 20s-era streetlights installed in São Paulo by a Canadian company. Was this model used in Canada too? [more inside]
You don't know what you've got til it's gone. Gmail, I'm looking at you!
I hate the new GMail and have finally been forced to upgrade. How can I force the new interface to be less hate-worthy? [more inside]
posted by bookdragoness at 12:06 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by bookdragoness at 12:06 PM PST - 39 comments
How to teach webinar presentation skills?
What are some effective (& cheap) ways to teach someone how to be a great webinar presenter? [more inside]
posted by Kalatraz at 12:01 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Kalatraz at 12:01 PM PST - 2 comments
How to find interactive software jobs in Chicago?
How do talented but isolated creative snowflakes jobhunt from the UK? Two indie game folks seek new life in Chicago. [more inside]
posted by menialjoy at 12:01 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by menialjoy at 12:01 PM PST - 2 comments
BespokePost.com for a woman...
Looking for anniversary present, what are some sites like BespokePost.com that would be good for a woman? [more inside]
Vegetarian cookbooks?
I'd like to suggestions for 1-2 interesting (not necessarily exhaustive) cookbooks that feature vegetables/beans prominently with gorgeous photography that I can work through this summer and next year. [more inside]
Brain Probe Causing Actions, & Falsely Thinking It Was Free Will
I'm looking for videos of people having their brain probed by a brain surgeon, causing them do or say things, but where they invent "reasons" for why they did or said those things, falsely believing they acted out of free will. [more inside]
This Will Probably Be Harder Than Pajama Pants
What are good pattern resources for sewing a basic, A-line dress? [more inside]
help me strengthen my core and track my workouts.
So I'm getting old and finally joined a gym. Now I need suggestions for some workouts and maybe an android ap for tracking said workouts. [more inside]
CD conversion help plz
What's the latest and greatest for ripping cds? Mac and PC answers both greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Mama bear's bed was tooooo soft.
Is there any hope for a too soft mattress? [more inside]
Overcoming shame after quitting a job
I quit a job without notice more than a year ago, and I still haven't fully recovered. Please help me overcome my shame and move on with my life. [more inside]
posted by constellations at 11:13 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by constellations at 11:13 AM PST - 31 comments
Fodder On My Wings
Where can I find a large (or any size) print of this painting of Nina Simone by Gabriel Jarnier? It appeared on the cover of Simone's album "Fodder On My Wings."
PDF text recognition
What is the quickest way to digitally black out the social security numbers in 100s of PDFs? [more inside]
Can love actually solve our disputes?
How can the virgin get over not being the first for her partner? [more inside]
creative therapy exercises in photography or video?
Creative therapy resources filter: I'm looking for creative therapy exercises in the areas of photography (taking pictures, not using photographs) or video, though not in art therapy, which is what I'm mostly finding. I'd especially love exercises geared to self help. [more inside]
Should I walk away?
My partner of three years confessed to me this morning that he misses his ex. While the logical part of my brain understands that everyone is entitled to their feelings, some of the other things I learned are bothering me and I'm unsure how to proceed. [more inside]
How do I deal with college reunions?
How do I deal with reunions?
How do I best answer the “what happened to you” and related questions? I have also recently dealt with depression and some other medical issues. Do I mention any of this? How truthful should I be? [more inside]
Perfect picnic in new jersey
Please help me plan the perfect anniversary picnic! Looking for lovely secluded locations in central jersey/bucks county/nj shore area to have a romantic afternoon. [more inside]
Atlanta Apple supplies
Where in downtown Atlanta could I buy a Macbook Pro power brick? [more inside]
posted by grrarrgh00 at 9:23 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by grrarrgh00 at 9:23 AM PST - 9 comments
Mould & condensation in our new home, help!
Help! Mould & condensation in both bedrooms of our new home. We are first-time homebuyers and mostly newbs. Do we have any legal rights as buyers, and best way to fix the issue? [more inside]
Looking for a particular music video involving a woman in a kimono and a frog
I'm looking for a music video, late 1990s to early 2000s, involving a woman in a kimono with a CGI frog in the background (or a frog of some sort). I believe the artist or the song name was "Froggy Girls" or something to that effect. [more inside]
posted by Mons Veneris at 8:57 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Mons Veneris at 8:57 AM PST - 2 comments
Help me find the world's best banana nut bread
I need to buy the world's best banana bread. I'm not looking for a recipe...I'm looking to have it mailed from a bakery to a friend. Where can I find this? [more inside]
Liked it, put a ring on it, getting grief about it.
Previously a marriage skeptic, now engaged- my BFF is not taking it well and I have no idea how to talk to her about it. [more inside]
posted by shes_ajar at 8:38 AM PST - 79 comments
posted by shes_ajar at 8:38 AM PST - 79 comments
Should you ever turn down a promotion?
I think my boss is about to offer me a promotion. What should I say if I'm not sure I actually want it? [more inside]
i'm on drugs and i'm tired
I start grad school in four months, and I’m worried about my apathy and extreme fatigue that are possibly a result of my marijuana dependency and/or my SSRIs. What are some steps I can take to get these issues sorted out in light of my anxieties about changing meds and my reluctance to give up marijuana? [more inside]
Royalty Free Stock Music
Help me find stock music that is royalty free? Need to have a license that allows lifetime use after a one time fee and that I can use on DVDs that are reproduced. Details inside. [more inside]
Potatoes, potatoes, potatoes...
(Can I eat this? Filter) I had a bag of frozen potato pieces which was moved from the freezer to the fridge 3 days ago. It hasn't been opened yet. Are the (now thawed) pieces safe to bake and eat? [more inside]
posted by Trexsock at 8:18 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Trexsock at 8:18 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for Versatile Camera Recommendations
What's the best micro 4/3 (or similar format) camera for my needs on the market right now (or soon-to-be-released)? [more inside]
posted by syzygy at 8:06 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by syzygy at 8:06 AM PST - 34 comments
don't tell mom, the clothes dryer's
So my electric dryer's busted. It's a Kenmore 90 Series, and if it's been plugged in (not necessarily running, just plugged in), it just buzzes and doesn't start. If I leave it unplugged for a couple hours, it'll start normally and then quit after a few minutes. Any idea what part needs replacin'? [more inside]
Dyeing a poplin suit
I have a handful of poplin, wash and wear summer suits made in the 80s by Brooks Brothers. They are all in various shades of khaki. I'd like to dye (or have dyed) one of them navy. I have no idea how to go about this, nor what I could expect. The dye job would need to be good enough that I could still wear the suit at times requiring some formality. The suits are unlined. Any advice?
Where do body fat metabolism products go?
If I, say, go on a very long run and burn enough calories to metabolize one ounce of fat, how does that weight leave my body? That is, do the products come out in my breath, pee, poop, or some combination? Everything I can find online is either too complicated or too simple to help me find an answer.
posted by ftm at 7:39 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by ftm at 7:39 AM PST - 14 comments
What can I use to make my website?
Network guy dipping toes into web development. I want to create a "simple" site. The site would have members enter text and create tags for that text. The user would then generate "reports" based on the tags into templates. The data entered and reports generated would only we viewable by the user that entered it. I guess it would be a multi-user web based Cyrstal reports type of thing.
What is the right tool for the job? It would be nice if I could use a pre-build enviroment like a CMS (Drupal, Joomla) as I have access to training and web host offer simple installers. I am savvy with Linux and would prefer free software.
What's going on with this rice?
Why didn't my white rice cook through? [more inside]
posted by something something at 7:28 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by something something at 7:28 AM PST - 13 comments
How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a tree fell in the woods with no one around?
So, we live on a ball. When traveling in one direction, are you always going uphill? Or downhill? [more inside]
posted by rich at 7:22 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by rich at 7:22 AM PST - 28 comments
Help me learn to swallow my pride
How can I learn to not take others' success/intelligence as an affront to my own? [more inside]
What are your go-to recipes for kale chips?
I'm looking for good kale chip recipes for my dehydrator! One requirement- they can't use nutritional yeast due to allergy concerns.
Keep on running
Are you a lady? Do you run? Do you know about sports-bras and other lady things? Help! [more inside]
how do you stop caring what other people think?
When you have very low self esteem how do you brush off negative feedback? [more inside]
Help me like my bike
Is it worth it to drop $175 for a pro bicycle fitting? I'm a injured former marathoner who desperately needs something to fill that moving-fast-outdoors-for-long-distances void, and I'd like for bicycling to do that...except every time I try to bike for anything longer than a few miles I get a terrible grinding sensation in one knee. [more inside]
I started running again and I need to get flexible ASAP
What is the fastest and most effective way to get limber/flexible again? I'm middle-aged and was a life-long runner until I switched to bicycling about 5 years ago. Biking didn't do it for me so I'm running again and training for a 10K that's only a month away. I never had any flexibility problems before but now my hamstrings and butt muscles are very tight. My stride's a lot shorter than it used to be and I'm having some minor back pain and stiffness that might be related to my tightness. [more inside]
posted by 14580 at 6:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by 14580 at 6:26 AM PST - 11 comments
What books should I get a little girl?
What books would you recommend for an almost 6-year-old girl who reads at a second grade level? [more inside]
Like awesome dude... Slang from the 90s
Looking for examples of late 20th century slang/lingo has fallen out of common usage? [more inside]
posted by kreestar at 6:02 AM PST - 55 comments
posted by kreestar at 6:02 AM PST - 55 comments
Can I trust eBay ?
Buying a pre-owned Mac in the UK. Where should I go ? [more inside]
Keep me from beating my partner about the head with the monopoly board
Both my partner and I are competitive and we are fairly bad winners/losers. This is inconvenient because we both really like playing boardgames together... help. [more inside]
posted by gwenlister at 5:41 AM PST - 47 comments
posted by gwenlister at 5:41 AM PST - 47 comments
Question about locales in old pictures taken in France
A friend asked me (because I have been to France a couple times) if I knew the locations in a couple of snapshots taken by his father many years ago (I presume after WWII) while in France serving in the armed forces. I have no idea, having only been to Paris and environs, and thought there was a chance that a French, or French-traveling, MeFites would know. Thanks in advance to anyone who has an idea. Image; Second image.
posted by aught at 5:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by aught at 5:38 AM PST - 5 comments
How do I stop my kitten from turning into a bully?
How do I stop my kitten from turning into a bully? [more inside]
posted by poxandplague at 4:59 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by poxandplague at 4:59 AM PST - 13 comments
How can I stop being overly emotional and just learn to trust again?
I'm still dealing with the aftermath of infidelity and would like some advice. [more inside]
posted by zinful at 3:15 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by zinful at 3:15 AM PST - 46 comments
Surf before you crawl?
Learning to surf with a lousy front crawl? [more inside]
posted by veryape at 2:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by veryape at 2:57 AM PST - 5 comments
How can I counter backbiting in my colleagues?
Can anyone suggest a way I can be more respected by my colleagues? [more inside]
posted by Chickenbrain at 2:32 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Chickenbrain at 2:32 AM PST - 10 comments
Looking for a care package for a medical student in New Orleans
I'm looking for nice gift(s) for my brother who is about to take a major test, except the test in on Thursday, and he lives 1,800 miles away. What could I order or have delivered in New Orleans for a stressed out med student?
April 17
Someone to count the coins in that jar for me.
How does one go about finding a personal accountant in Seattle? [more inside]
Lost Deep Space Nine Commercial or Fabricated Memory?
I have a memory of Captain Picard announcing personnel transfers to Deep Space Nine at what might've been a press conference. Was it a commercial? [more inside]
Are question marks necessary.
Insanely Cheap Suit in Chicago (Without Looking Insane)?
I know that "nice" and "cheap" are mutually exclusive in the world of suit buying, but my fiance has put off purchasing his wedding suit till the last minute and we're sort of broke. [more inside]
Just my type!
Help me identify these fonts from Wet Hot American Summer and other 80s-themed typefaces. [more inside]
Like Pinterest, but not Pinterest
I'm looking for more online galleries in the visual design style of Pinterest and Saatchi Online. [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri at 9:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by DarlingBri at 9:01 PM PST - 11 comments
What do I need to know about buying art?
Info and value on a Peruvian tapestry?
Artfilter: What can you tell me about this handmade Peruvian weaving/tapestry? [more inside]
posted by eggman at 8:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by eggman at 8:23 PM PST - 6 comments
How different is different?
English language friends: Why do we use the word “different” when it doesn’t appear to be necessary? [more inside]
How to get 2nd Bachelor's Degree from UCLA after foreign-based Bachelor's?
Seeking 2nd Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics from UCLA, then PhD.
Details below. [more inside]
posted by Hassoon at 8:17 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Hassoon at 8:17 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the best of three unappealing options?
I will be having a root canal soon, but the dentist has told me that the damage to the tooth may not be treatable by the root canal, and that other action may be necessary. He's given me a few options to consider, and has asked me to pick one. [more inside]
posted by smilingtiger at 7:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by smilingtiger at 7:52 PM PST - 18 comments
helping someone who survived war.
My SO went through trauma. They are starting to open up a bit and I don't know what to do, or even if I should do anything. [more inside]
Dad, you shouldn't have! Really...
So, my father wrote a book. He may even have had it self-published. I'm proud of him, but since the subject matter involves his religious beliefs which I do not share, I don't really want to read it and I certainly don't want to talk to him about it. He fed-exed one of the first copies to me. What are my polite, respectful options here? [more inside]
Help me clean grout off ceramic tile!
Hello,
recently I had some ceramic tile installed. There is excess grout on many of the tiles. How do I clean it off? [more inside]
Seniroitis
I'm seriously fucking up my senior year of High school. Senioritis is just the worst. Is [my university] going to drop my scholarships or acceptance? I need to know if I have to take drastic measures now to prevent screwing up my whole life. [more inside]
How do I avoid straining my voice
How do I deal with voice strain? [more inside]
Can you put me in touch with this man?
The post about Chicago bars got me to thinking about a 4 o'clock bar I spent some time in, and, more specifically, about the bartender who worked in that bar. I do not know the name of the bar and I don't much care, though I guess it'd be fun to know. I do not know the bartenders name, and about that I care very much. [more inside]
What is a good entry-level DSLR camera model in 2012?
I used Canon point-and-shoot cameras before my first DSLR camera, a Nikon D80, which just broke down. I'm interested in getting a new DSLR camera. [more inside]
posted by remi at 6:57 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by remi at 6:57 PM PST - 9 comments
the worst stairs.
Why aren't these stairs getting easier? Will they ever? [more inside]
posted by millipede at 6:34 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by millipede at 6:34 PM PST - 19 comments
But you told me that was not valid....
Work conundrum, what should my response be? [more inside]
Dress a file clerk for summer!
Another fashion question. I need summer clothes to wear to work. Difficulty level: I'm poor and I work around boxes. Lots of boxes. [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 5:46 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 5:46 PM PST - 10 comments
I need the perfect A.A. Mile quote to read at my grandmother's funeral
I need the perfect A.A. Mile quote to read at my grandmother's funeral. [more inside]
3D graphics in a 2D context (for dummies)
HTML5 canvas question: I'm trying to model a 2D grid in 3D space and it's not working right. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 5:39 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 5:39 PM PST - 10 comments
Recipes for leftovers, Passover edition
I just threw out a lot of food and I don't want to do that next year. Please suggest recipes that will help me use up Passover leftovers. Difficulty level: kosher for Passover. [more inside]
posted by bq at 5:37 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bq at 5:37 PM PST - 11 comments
Dialogue is the story?
Movies, shorts, and plays: Talking heads or dialogue-heavy? [more inside]
"It's gone from grow to show," and other odd penis behavior...
My blood pressure medication seems to be causing some not entirely undesirable side effects on my penis. Is this normal? Is there any need for concern? [more inside]
How do you cope with tax inequality?
I'm broke, can't find work, and owe more taxes than Bank of America. Help me deal with the financial and emotional fallout. [more inside]
Where to learn about the social science of friendship?
Where should I start if I'd like to learn about the social science of friendship? [more inside]
How do mobile devs discover screen sizes and specifications?
How do mobile developers detect screen sizes, types and other information about the display of various phones in the wild? [more inside]
Where do the world's doctor's web surf?
Where can one get/buy research on global internet usage by doctors or healthcare providers? [more inside]
Meaning of French election 2012 slogan?
Question about French election 2012 slogan: Prendre le pouvoir! (Hollande) Does it mean We can take it? Or Take it, we can! ???
posted by sparkle55 at 5:14 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by sparkle55 at 5:14 PM PST - 15 comments
How (and if) to help ailing neighbors
How to offer help to ailing neighbors (and if to offer help at all). [more inside]
posted by Zosia Blue at 5:01 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Zosia Blue at 5:01 PM PST - 18 comments
Name that movie!
Name that movie! I am trying to recall the name of a movie I saw in the early to mid 2000s. It was a thriller drama, maybe classified as horror (although I don't remember it being particularly gruesome). It offers an explanation for some of the thousands of unsolved missing persons cases by following a cross country truck driver who is a serial killer. [more inside]
posted by click at 4:54 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by click at 4:54 PM PST - 11 comments
The smoothest, creamiest, plain yogurt....
I'm searching for the creamiest, smoothest plain yogurt. [more inside]
posted by la_rousse at 4:45 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by la_rousse at 4:45 PM PST - 25 comments
Looking for Links from Beleaguered PhD Students
Personal blogs/comics about being a grad student and the corresponding joys and sorrows? [more inside]
posted by The ____ of Justice at 4:34 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by The ____ of Justice at 4:34 PM PST - 6 comments
Groucho Marx Quote?
Does anyone know a Groucho Marx line to a woman about being slapped around? I'm mostly sure it was from one of the movies. [more inside]
posted by Carlotta Bananas at 4:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Carlotta Bananas at 4:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Destined to be alone due to lack of guts
I'm a female with no game trying to decipher the latest chapter in a lengthy saga with a guy I'm interested in. Talk some sense into me one way or another. [more inside]
I am visiting the west coast for two weeks to visit video game friendly places. Where should I go?
I plan to spend 2 weeks in the west coast to one day move there. I am hoping to travel to various cities and explore video game related places. I want to network and talk to people from all video game walks of life, from indie developers to touring game studios. What places should I visit? What studios does tours?
I was planning to tour around late June, but should I center it around PAX Prime?
Dorsky & avant-garde cinema
A recent NYTimes article on Nathanial Dorsky has whet my appetite for some avant-garde cinema. Help point me in the right direction. [more inside]
Help me make this suck less, part II
Just diagnosed with GERD, possible ulcer following 5 weeks of high-dose antibiotics for sinus issues. Seeking recs for anything that might help my beleaguered digestive system, information on getting tested for H. pylori. Gross details and looong narrative await within. [more inside]
Single-bite cinnamon snacks?
Please suggest recipes for bite-sized cinnamon snacks (cookies or other things) that keep well. [more inside]
posted by kristi at 3:19 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by kristi at 3:19 PM PST - 20 comments
Kill the aphids; save the chickens.
If I use Bayer Advantage on the trees in my front yard (horrible terrible aphid problems), will it harm the neighbor's chickens who often come scratch in our front yard? [more inside]
Morbid in Margaritaville
I need major fashion help. Recommend shoes and clothing that allow me to look like myself in hot weather? [more inside]
posted by Kitty Stardust at 2:39 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by Kitty Stardust at 2:39 PM PST - 37 comments
Sittin on the dock of the bay
Please tell me everything you know about fishing from the shores of the San Francisco Bay. Bonus points for East Bay specifics. [more inside]
Non-religious quotes for graduating university students?
Help me find an inspirational quote that is non-religious. [more inside]
Mayan Blogs
What are some decent, semi-regularly updated blogs focusing on Mayan archaeology? How about regularly updated sites detailing current excavations and fieldwork? Any language will work, but English or Spanish would be a bonus...
Books in/about Philippines
Please recommend some non-fiction books about Philippines, and fiction set in Philippines. [more inside]
posted by vidur at 1:39 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by vidur at 1:39 PM PST - 14 comments
Best place for high quality movie poster prints?
What's the best place to find good quality prints of classic movie posters? [more inside]
Dating dilemma - The type of people I want to date always seem to live in New York. I'm happy in my small town and don't want to move. How do I best approach this?
Dating dilemma - The type of people I want to date always seem to live in New York. I'm happy in my small town and don't want to move. How do I best approach this? [more inside]
posted by audio at 1:34 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by audio at 1:34 PM PST - 55 comments
Need a specific Workpress plugin for sending emails
Is there a Wordpress plugin for sending "form letter" emails? [more inside]
Sometimes I want to be a PBS kid again
Hivemind, please help me find a PBS commercial that stuck in my impressionable kid brain! This would have been mid-1990s, probably on WGBH Boston and likely right before or after Bill Nye. My Google/Youtube-fu is failing me. [more inside]
Where should I be looking for 3+ bedroom, single-family homes (or townhouses) for rent in the DMV?
Where should I be looking for 3+ bedroom, single-family homes (or townhouses) for rent in the DMV? [more inside]
DIY architecture
What are good resources for seeing sample house plans and construction drawings? [more inside]
posted by slidell at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by slidell at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
Another "what to eat in PDX" question.
Looking for places to eat in Portland. [more inside]
Need a good couch co-op game
I need suggestions for good couch co-op games to play with my wife on our Xbox 360.
She has been playing the hell outta Skyrim and has finally gotten the handle on using a controller for 1st person control. Was thinking Portal 2 but I need some more suggestions [more inside]
posted by ShawnString at 12:09 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ShawnString at 12:09 PM PST - 17 comments
Why is Pages (iWork) periodically not letting my enter text unless I click away from my program to my desktop (or other open program) and then back to Pages?
When using Pages (iWork) on my iMac, every few minutes it locks up and will not let me type anything on the the page. If I click outside of the program (my desktop, or another open program window) then click back to the document, it works again. Why? [more inside]
posted by slowtree at 11:54 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by slowtree at 11:54 AM PST - 4 comments
Kids and internet safety update
Asking for an update on a previous question I posed a few years ago, about internet safety and kids. [more inside]
how to approach and how to make girls interested in you?
how to approach and how to make girls interested in you? [more inside]
I love someone who can't show up. Ouch.
I love someone who can't show up for me now. Any insight? [more inside]
posted by dolce_voce at 11:25 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by dolce_voce at 11:25 AM PST - 25 comments
What films about informal settlements would you recommend?
Looking for films (fiction and documentary) that represent informal settlements (slums/favelas/etc), primarily in Latin America and India, but also in other regions. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by experiencing a significant gravitas shortfall at 10:56 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by experiencing a significant gravitas shortfall at 10:56 AM PST - 23 comments
Buying a furnished home
How do you negotiate buying furniture in a house - particularly generally unused furniture used in a model home? [more inside]
Transparent DRM
I'd like to make certain documents at work (mostly PDFs) only openable to logged-in domain members based on group membership. Watermarking with account credentials would be a plus. [more inside]
posted by benzenedream at 10:33 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by benzenedream at 10:33 AM PST - 8 comments
Finding a crinoline in DC on short notice
Where can I find a black crinoline, 27" long, for a 44" waist, in the DC area in the next week? [more inside]
posted by gyges at 10:23 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by gyges at 10:23 AM PST - 15 comments
Everything I know about San Jose I learned from Dionne Warwick
Asking for a friend: looking for reasonably priced, gay-friendly neighborhoods in or near San Jose, CA. [more inside]
posted by scody at 10:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by scody at 10:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Twitter and social media use in activism
Looking for examples of where text messaging and crowd sourcing has been used for civic action, social good, and activism. [more inside]
posted by Unsomnambulist at 9:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Unsomnambulist at 9:57 AM PST - 5 comments
Kebab me!
Book club at my house on Friday. I've decided to make grilled kebabs. If you were going to someone's house for kebabs what would you want to see? Tips/tricks/recipes, please! [more inside]
AMT 2012
Estimating tax payments for 2012. According to the 1040-ES instructions, the exemption for the alternative minimum tax (for married people) is only $45k, down from $75k in 2011. I don't itemize and will have an adjusted gross income above $45k. Do I need to budget for the AMT? [more inside]
Another use for parsley
Who's this eating my parsley? I haven't found much use for the herb but in a few dishes, but these critters are having a feast. [more inside]
posted by mightshould at 9:39 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mightshould at 9:39 AM PST - 12 comments
Will memory foam padding improve IKEA mattress?
Will memory foam padding on a flat IKEA mattress would give me a better sleep and will folding it up every day ruin the padding? [more inside]
posted by dr handsome at 9:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dr handsome at 9:26 AM PST - 11 comments
No card no job.
Can an employer require you to present a social security card for employment? I have a number but my employer is insisting that I show them the physical card before they let me work. I can easily get one but I wonder if what they're doing is legal. Is it? [more inside]
posted by lester's sock puppet at 9:20 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by lester's sock puppet at 9:20 AM PST - 33 comments
Help me pick a great streaming device for my Canadian living room!
Roku vs AppleTV3 vs WDTV Live vs Boxee in Canada? [more inside]
posted by antifuse at 9:13 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by antifuse at 9:13 AM PST - 20 comments
Financial decisions about property ownership
How do we calculate whether to hold onto this property or sell it? Are there formulas for comparing renting at a loss against selling at a loss or ways to calculate the long term value of not selling an extra residence? As a side note: Is this what financial planners do? [more inside]
Central America history book-filter
If I could read just one history of Central America, what would it be? [more inside]
Last mile legal fee arrangement for personal injury claim
Another driver ran a red light and hit my car, leaving me with minor but permanent injuries. Their insurance company accepts liability and wants to settle, but their offer is about 20% lower than what I'm willing to accept. I've handled everything myself to this point (and have compiled 700+ pages of well-organized documentation), but the insurance company won't budge and it seems I'll need an attorney to negotiate the last 20%.
What's the most reasonable fee arrangement for handling a nearly-resolved claim? [more inside]
Who is sending me these mysterious postcards?
Who is sending me these mysterious postcards? [more inside]
Streaming MP3s and DMCA
Is it considered copyright infringement to stream an MP3 on a web page for promotional purposes? No download etc, just streaming. [more inside]
posted by ascetic at 8:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by ascetic at 8:32 AM PST - 16 comments
You think you've got a lot of shit in your basement? Well lemme tell you . . .
Sewer woes. YANML. The sewer backed up and there is literally shit in my basement. The neighboring house is involved. What are my rights and how should I proceed? [more inside]
In Search of Ecto-Cooler
I'm searching for the Hi-C flavor Ecto-cooler, also known as Shoutin' Tangergreen and Crazy Citrus Cooler. As far as I know it can't be ordered online anymore. Are there any shops in the Dutchess County, NY area that might have it?
posted by alexandermatheson at 8:10 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by alexandermatheson at 8:10 AM PST - 4 comments
My five year old cats are little terrors. Help me train them!
My five year old cats are little terrors. Help me train them! [more inside]
Augmented Reality for Dummy Idiots
Augmented Reality for beginners... [more inside]
Sport Touring Indecision
Motorcyclists: FJR vs ST1300 vs Concours 14. Which do you like best? [more inside]
Info on Porsches and Safety
I'm thinking about buying a 2010 Porsche Boxster, but I can't find any safety information about it. It's not rated by government crash tests or the insurance institute. Is there any non-anecdotal data on its safety? [more inside]
How can we pick the perfect surname for us?
How can we pick a new surname? [more inside]
? Movie scenes with quick cuts and dynamic editorial?
Hi - film and editorial buffs - I'm looking for examples of movie scenes that capture a feeling through a barrage of edits - lots of quick cuts strung together to add up to tell an exciting story. Like a great dinner scene, for example, that could capture the feeling of being there... This is to show as an example of how film and editing can convey mood and energy viscerally.
I don't have a great knowledge of films, so I'm coming up blank. Any help would be massively appreciated.
probably unreasonably nervous about blotchy skin
YANAD, but do I need to be worried about these skin blotches? [more inside]
Where to find royalty-free vintage etchings/engravings?
What are the best sources online to find royalty-free (and cost-free) vintage etchings/engravings? I'm specifically looking for vegetable assortments for a project, but I'd like to have some varied resources as well.
How do I match number IDs from 2 worksheets - when one worksheet is only a subset of ids from the other?
Excel help: How do I match number IDs from 2 worksheets - when one worksheet is only a subset of ids from the other? [more inside]
Can I force iOS apps to WiFi-only mode?
How do I prevent iOS apps from using 3G on my Bell-account iPhone? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 4:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Shepherd at 4:35 AM PST - 7 comments
How to get a great European holiday for 500 euros
I have 500 euros to spend on travel + accommodation. Where would you go? Details inside. [more inside]
What web survey tools can give analytical feedback to survey taker?
Looking for a web based survey tool that can give feedback to survey takers at the end [more inside]
Suīto Karorain?
Who would be considered the Neil Diamond of Japan? I'm looking for a (slow) song for my husband to sing at our first karaoke outing. We're in Japan, and this karaoke night will be full of students from our work's Japanese and English classes. Everyone will sing a song in their "opposite" language. I've picked a Yumi Matsutoya song for myself.
It's my birthday and I'll mess about in London if I want to.
London Mefites: Help! It's my birthday this Thursday, but my SO is away and my friends are all working. I want to do something fun in London for the day, but what - on a probably rainy day, and at such short notice? [more inside]
posted by greenish at 2:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by greenish at 2:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Name that song that's just a diddy.
What is the name of the background song in this video? [more inside]
Ubuntu & Firefox troubleshooting
Yesterday, my firefox install on ubuntu started misbehaving. The bookmarks toolbar only shows up if I remove it and and add it again. There are no URLs in Address bar and no URL display down where the status bar used to be. Several plugins have stopped working without being disabled. Sometimes tabs can't be closed. No session management and on and on. The problem seems to be some interaction of a ubuntu update and firefox not cooperating. After googling I have nothing and am at a complete loss for how to fix it. Where do people turn for support for ubuntu firefox problems that don't require them to be on either development team? [more inside]
"Beset by an aching but chaotic love that refused to focus in the conventional way."
Book recommendations please! I need fiction about difficult or complicated relationships. [more inside]
April 16
Ten percent off! We cashin' out! Insert other odd phrase here!
What are some songs with guys saying funny stuff in the background? There are examples here, because the question is a bit hard to ask otherwise. [more inside]
posted by sockermom at 10:08 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by sockermom at 10:08 PM PST - 45 comments
What is the deal with process serving?
Several years ago I was served papers for a civil suit by a process server whose demeanor I can't get out of my head. How does process serving really work? What is the cultural and legal context here? [more inside]
posted by mindsound at 10:03 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mindsound at 10:03 PM PST - 13 comments
Am I a terrible team player or do I just need another team?
I am a web designer. I hate my job and it makes me cry. Do I need a new position, a new field, or a new attitude? [more inside]
Help save my honeymoon to Japan!
Japan Honeymoon Disaster--need guidance. Travel agent I selected to book things is awful and the clock is ticking. Need guidance on finding a solid travel agent to book a honeymoon to Japan. I'm in Chicago if it matters. [more inside]
Its not just the heat, its the humidity and the heat.
LocationFilter:
Is there a region in the US where it is consistently humid (~50%-70% humidity) and consistently cool (~60-80F) year-round that is a decent place to live and work? [more inside]
posted by Nanukthedog at 8:50 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Nanukthedog at 8:50 PM PST - 17 comments
Pimp my lemonade
Best non-alcoholic ingredients to add to lemonade to make it extra-delicious? [more inside]
posted by np312 at 8:38 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by np312 at 8:38 PM PST - 55 comments
Where should she apply?
My cousin is having a hell of a time figuring out where to apply to college. She likes film, design, and writing. Please help. [more inside]
posted by goosechasing at 8:37 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by goosechasing at 8:37 PM PST - 17 comments
And but so?
I'm looking for examples of novels, other than Infinite Jest, which have spawned this sort of shirt. [more inside]
Help! Dealing with BPD parent while
Help! My BPD father is unhappy that my chronically ill sister and I are recuperating back at the family home, so he acts out and does crazy stuff like taking apart our bed and packing it away while I'm at the doctor's office. He claims it's for our own good. How to deal with this crazy situation? [more inside]
Giraffe movie
Help me find a giraffe documentary I saw a few years back. [more inside]
correcting a wrong SSN on tax forms
After dropping my US tax forms in the mail this afternoon, I discovered that I had mis-typed one of my dependent's SSN on the form.
Is there a way to correct this now, or do I need to just wait for them to reject the return and then give them the correct SSN & supporting documentation? As far as I know, everything else was correct.
posted by belladonna at 7:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by belladonna at 7:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Natural cures for sinus pressure and headaches
What natural remedies work for sinus pressure and headaches? [more inside]
How do I make a parent-proof HTPC?
Setting up a parent-proof HTPC (and stuff on usenet, sickbeard, VPNs, and more!) [more inside]
There's no way out of this, I will need the help of a soft machine to do my rote dirty work.
Matlab textparsing filter: So for a project, I am working with over one hundred years of hourly data collected for water levels. I have all of this collected in a giant, ~35 Mb text file. Toward the last decade or so, there are double entries for water level thanks to semidiurnal tide measurement upgrades, and so there is an irregular number of columns that isn't easy to work with the usual data import strategies. I need your help, citizens of Metafilter, so that I can successfully rig the Matlab textscan command (or something else) to read in this formatted data, and make accommodations for empty value strings! More inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:41 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:41 PM PST - 13 comments
Where to get reproductions of Lalla Essaydi's photographs?
Does anyone know where to get reproductions of Lalla Essaydi's photographs? [more inside]
posted by Spanner Nic at 6:28 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Spanner Nic at 6:28 PM PST - 1 comment
Stories of abuse
Looking for good short stories or essays about abusive relationships [more inside]
I wanna hear more about the fall of man!
What are some good songs that use imagery of Adam and Eve/the fall of Eden in their lyrics? [more inside]
posted by ActionPopulated at 6:00 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by ActionPopulated at 6:00 PM PST - 28 comments
Car accident help
Oregon Car Insurance / Accident question: minor accident late last night, what do I do now. Details within. [more inside]
Dog lice!!
I'm dogsitting and his ears have a decent amount of dog lice. The internet is assuring me they aren't transferable to humans and I'm taking him to a vet first thing tomorrow morning. What should I expect, what are the treatments and preventatives?
Frivolous fun
Can you identify the shoes Michelle Obama wore on Colbert? [more inside]
posted by cestmoi15 at 5:37 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by cestmoi15 at 5:37 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me help my feet
I'm looking for your personal recommendations for stretching and/or yoga routines to help make an unconditioned body more comfortable with too much walking. [more inside]
How long has the Highway of Tears been around for?
How long has BC's Highway 16 been known as the Highway of Tears? I'm trying to establish the origins of the name.
My strugge: Hyperthyroidism as the source?
I need some guidance/opinions on my situation with hyperthyroidism because I am losing faith in my doctors. [more inside]
posted by iz0rz at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by iz0rz at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
Some rays pass right through.
I wrote an OKC profile. Problem: I have no pictures of myself to share. In fact, no recent photographs of me exist. I am a vampire. [more inside]
I found a smooshed iPod touch that works! Kinda.
Good news: I found an iPod Touch (3rd Generation, model A1318, 64GB) on the ground by the highway! Bad News: It looks like it was run over by a truck, or a few trucks. Good News: it turns on when I press the button! Bad News: The touch screen glass is completely cracked off, so it doesn't respond to touch. Good News: it responds and operates otherwise perfectly, it charges, iTunes sees that it's plugged in (but won't let me proceed without a passcode), the screen looks crisp and bright. What are my options from here? [more inside]
Stuck babysitting and I want out.
How do I tell a friend I can't babysit for her anymore? [more inside]
posted by Sweetmag at 4:40 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Sweetmag at 4:40 PM PST - 17 comments
Who else writes like Proust and Faulkner?
Proust's In Search of Lost Time and Faulkner's Absalom, Absalom seem to me to share deep artistic affinities: heavy reliance on often hallucinogenically long sentences, innovative and almost esoteric metaphor, and an almost mythical mode of storytelling. They both violate the show-not-tell rule like crazy as they give off reams of psychological and sociological opinion.
What else is in this literary vein?
posted by shivohum at 4:34 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by shivohum at 4:34 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me quell my tornado anxieties...or not
What happens if your house is damaged by a tornado? What happens to your stuff, what do you do about the immediate moment, etc? [more inside]
Vonnegut loved dogs AND Iowa City, right?
Asking for my sister: she is moving to Iowa City for graduate school and taking our large dog with her. She is having a really hard time finding places that accept pets of any kind, let alone big dogs. Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by vakker at 4:20 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by vakker at 4:20 PM PST - 12 comments
Hypoglycemia or something else?
Is this hypoglycemia or am I patient zero in the zombie apocalypse? [more inside]
posted by elizardbits at 3:56 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by elizardbits at 3:56 PM PST - 30 comments
Memorize ALL THE THINGS
I'm memorizing all of the world capitals. What other flash-cardable things would be useful/impressive to memorize? [more inside]
I am camping out at the lip of a stage to see Pulp tomorrow night and I want to not leave even once to pee. Are there tips about controlling this?
I am camping out at the lip of a stage to see Pulp tomorrow night and I want to not leave even once to pee. Are there tips about controlling this? [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Something special for my sister's first mothers' day
My sister is expecting her first child. On Mothers' Day (which is after the baby will be born), my sister, brother-in-law, and the new baby will be getting together with both of the baby's grandmothers. I don't live in the state where this will be happening, but I'd like to do something special to surprise all three mothers. What awesome (but inexpensive) thing can I do? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 3:25 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 3:25 PM PST - 20 comments
If I had a Tardis, this wouldn't be a problem...
On a scale of 1-10, with 1 being "very safe" and with going-to-11 being "the most crazy," how insane is it to try to get into London from Heathrow to do some light sightseeing on my way back home to the US. (I've read the previous questions, but needed some clarification about some of the issues!) [more inside]
How can I stop dwelling on my actions that may have caused loss of life?
I feel (at the very least) tangentially responsible for another persons death (murder) and I just can't shake it. [more inside]
Where should my husband and I move?
I've lived in Vermont for my whole life and I am itching to move. I'm a nurse, my husband is a carpenter. Help us decide where to go! [more inside]
What do you want out of a newborn class?
A friend and I are putting together the curriculum for a "After the birth: the first six weeks with your newborn" class we're going to start teaching in a few months. We've got a bunch of ideas, but we want to make sure we're covering everything. We'd love your input. [more inside]
posted by linettasky at 2:47 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by linettasky at 2:47 PM PST - 23 comments
Is this apartment licensed?
How can I find out if an apartment complex is licensed? [more inside]
Help me be a better stay-at-home mom.
Am I going to be booked for HIPPA violations?
Part of my job involves conducting phone surveys for public health/medical research. My employer wants me to start using the Emergency Contact info in the electronic health record to increase our response rate. This weirds me out. Help! [more inside]
Building a teaching career by teaching abroad? (Fiji)
I am interested in a career in teaching, and would love to teach abroad for some time. Immediatly, I must find a way to live in Fiji for the next 6-12+ months (Fiancee is Fijian). ESL, Tutoring, etc. sounds like a viable option, especially if it helps my long term career goals. But currently have no teaching experience. Need advice, how might I do this? [more inside]
Need GMail standalone app for Blackberry Storm 9530
Looking for the app (or files) for GMail on my Blackberry Storm. Yes, Storm and yes Storm (original not Storm 2). Google no longer supports this and will not allow me to download the app. [more inside]
posted by JohnnyGunn at 1:15 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by JohnnyGunn at 1:15 PM PST - 6 comments
Seeking help in finding a book about the lurid lives of Hollywood's biggest stars.
When I was about 15, I remember coming across a book in a now defunct Borders that was pretty interesting. The whole premise was that it featured stories about Hollywood stars and their various sexual liaisons, their sexual quirks, and even the ages at which they lost their virginity. For example, In one of the pages on the actor Dustin Hoffman it recounted the story of the actor tricking his brother's girlfriend into having sex with him and thereby relieving him of his virginity. In another article on Clark Gable, it was revealed that he suffered from smegma and that his wife once quipped that an "inch less and he'd be the queen of Hollywood." Anyway, does anybody where I can find this book. The only title I seem to remember for it--and I am not sure if it's even correct or not--was something like "Did He or Didn't He: Stories of Hollywood's Most Notorious Sex Secrets"
posted by lackadaisical at 1:14 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by lackadaisical at 1:14 PM PST - 8 comments
We need recommendations for an affordable couples' counselor in NYC.
My husband and I need recommendations for couples' counseling in NYC, Manhattan or Brooklyn, and would love something relatively affordable (under $120/session, if possible). [more inside]
Looking for resources on insurance options.
I'm looking for resources to help me decide what types and amounts of insurance to buy. [more inside]
Help me get quicker as I get older
Help me increase my speed and quickness even as I get older. [more inside]
please help me fix my hair!
Hair care or product suggestions for very fine, long, straight, very oily hair? [more inside]
posted by randomnity at 12:18 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by randomnity at 12:18 PM PST - 29 comments
Advice on web-streaming a talk
Advice on the one-time web-streaming of a presentation with projected slides. [more inside]
Gluten-free, the kid edition
Help us go gluten free--the kid edition! How do we do this? [more inside]
What do to about copy/pasting resume into job listing?
Job posting copy/pasted resume/LinkedIn profile. What to do? [more inside]
posted by k8t at 11:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by k8t at 11:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Mission: Goodbye Astro-steps
The tacky old indoor/outdoor carpet glued to my back steps is ragged and coming off. Can you help me brainstorm an improvement? [more inside]
What are the possible negative repercussions of seeing a psychiatrist about panic attacks?
I have been having anxiety/panic attacks for the past 2 years. I am considering seeing a psychiatrist. What are the possible negative repercussions, professionally, insurance-wise, and other, of doing this? [more inside]
What is the benefit of purchasing the extension health coverage (individual) vs. purchasing your own individual health insurance plan for a couple of months?
What is the benefit of purchasing the extension health coverage (individual) vs. purchasing your own individual health insurance plan for a couple of months? Left school health insurance and now I am looking for my options. Is the extension worthwhile/more expensive than purchasing individual health insurance through ehealthinsurance.com? [more inside]
How to deal with a mentally unwell (but not threatening) former intern?
Former intern has become mentally ill and sends numerous disturbing (but not threatening) emails. Not sure how to proceed. [more inside]
How does an (almost) full time single parent cope with loss, change, and loneliness?
How does a single parent cope with an already limited social life and general stress with the added crap of breaking up (again!)? [more inside]
posted by retrofitted at 10:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by retrofitted at 10:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Are you my mother's pop cultural influence study?
Help me find a recent study about multi-generational taste being more similar!
I remember seeing a blurb about a study (market research not academic) that millennial and their parents have more similar pop culture tastes. There was some clever term or acronym for it that spoke to the blurring of generational taste. And now I need it! [more inside]
Apologies to Emily Post and Mrs Beeton
As a "grown up", which dinnerware (plates, bowls, etc.) do you actually use? Or have, but never use? [more inside]
What does this Chalet key unlock?
Can you help me figure out what this "Chalet" brand key is for? Googling leads only to beautiful homes in the mountains and I know it's not to one of those. [more inside]
Skype recorder needed
What is the best call recorder for Skype for Windows Vista and Windows 7? Preferably free, but call quality is paramount (including having local side recorded on a separate channel from the remote side) and ease of use. [more inside]
Skinny-ish jeans?
The top third of my legs is a size and a half bigger than the bottom two-thirds. Where on earth can I buy skinny jeans/pants? Preferably under $50? [more inside]
Help me find a nice, Sci-Fi typeface
Help me find a nice, Sci-Fi typeface that doesn't feel too modern or too old fashioned [more inside]
Goodbye and goodnight
How to have a good last visit with a sick relative. She will recognize me, but her memory is pretty shot beyond that. [more inside]
posted by momus_window at 10:15 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by momus_window at 10:15 AM PST - 20 comments
Help with CA Traffic Law
What are the proper rules of the road for this intersection? [more inside]
posted by Frayed Knot at 10:13 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Frayed Knot at 10:13 AM PST - 23 comments
How do I live with my very own power person?
Those who have read or are familiar with Mira Kirshenbaum's "Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay:" recommend books / resources for dealing with my Power Person wife. [more inside]
Who just wants to steal us all and take us all apart? Why would they do that?
Please explain any of the songs from the album Forever Now by the Psychedelic Furs. [more inside]
Do initial public offerings affect government policy and vice versa?
How do investment banks, specifically initial public offerings, affect government policy and vice versa?
Where can I get this jazzy lounge music from this Mad Men episode?
What was the music playing in the brothel scene in the latest Mad Men episode (Season 5 Episode 5 - 30 Signals)? [more inside]
Firing into crowds
News coverage of the Arab Spring routinely has reports (with audio-gunshots) of state actors shooting at crowds of demonstrators. Often it seems like very few people are injured/killed. Is this confirmation bias on my part, are there mass casualties, or are the folks "shooting" at the crowd (ie not at the actual people) ? [more inside]
posted by k5.user at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by k5.user at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
Find out where it's happening, and get yourself there?
Can I- a college student- work for the Obama campaign (in dc, in chicago, in a swing state) this summer and not starve? Or are there other wacky, do-it-while-you're-young-live-out-of-your-car summer experiences Askmefi would suggest? [more inside]
posted by 221bbs at 9:37 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by 221bbs at 9:37 AM PST - 14 comments
Rust spots and water stains and...soap.
So I forgot to rinse my bike with water before lubing it. Oops. Would this cause problems? [more inside]
MetaFiltro! lmao
Ask Metafilter in Spanish? [more inside]
How do I figure out which graduate advisor to pick?
I'm not sure what to do about the "politics of graduate school". I am a beginning student in Fall 2012, and I have some serious issues. How do I decide my advisor? Am I just letting the stress get to me? [more inside]
How has technology influenced the arts?
Can you recommend historical examples of technology influencing the creative process? [more inside]
How should I go about selling my car?
How should I go about selling my car? [more inside]
Video cameras for students.
Best ultra-cheap video cameras for middle school students? [more inside]
Looking for good workplace fiction
Please recommend to me some good workplace fiction. [more inside]
Insurance agent, take my money, please!
Why do insurance companies (non-medical) make it so rough to switch agents? [more inside]
posted by zombieApoc at 8:17 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by zombieApoc at 8:17 AM PST - 6 comments
Need a convincing, but lightweight time management system
My boss has asked me to come up with "Time Management" processes. I don't really know what this would be apart from "Do all the things!" [more inside]
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 8:08 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 8:08 AM PST - 18 comments
MacGyver uses these for his fridge magnets
What are some awesome projects made with unlikely or upcycled materials? [more inside]
Not quite deaf, albeit quite lost
I'm deaf. I'd like to meet people, make friends, and form meaningful relationships. However, I find it difficult to engage with strangers and people I don't know well. (Warning: long-ish.) [more inside]
Why did i buy this huge laptop?
Laptop bag filter: What's a good sturdy bag for a giant laptop plus a few more electronic devices? [more inside]
How can I put these skills to best use?
Can you think of volunteer projects that would make good use of the skills of a jack of all (academic) trades? [more inside]
What yard, lawn, or garden tools can't you live without?
What yard, lawn, or garden tools or other items can't you live without? [more inside]
No Room Under The Stars
Combination astronomy/National Parks filter: Okay, I can't stay IN Yosemite Park in August, but I can stay near it. Can I still enter the park at 3 am to watch the Perseids? Or: what's another good but possibly lesser-known national park where I can stay and watch? [more inside]
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 6:42 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 6:42 AM PST - 25 comments
Can't we just... lock on and teleport it out instead?
I have glass in my foot. Every time I try to get it out, I panic. Help? [more inside]
How late is too late?
What's the etiquette for late wedding gifts? [more inside]
posted by Kevtaro at 6:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Kevtaro at 6:41 AM PST - 6 comments
Dental-phobic in Los Angeles
I have severe dental phobia. In no small part thanks to that, I now have some pretty bad dental problems that will soon force me to go to the dentist. Can recommend a dentist near mid-town Los Angeles that is good for phobic people? I'd also appreciate any tips dealing with the shame that comes from a very neglected mouth. [more inside]
Hair Loss and Depression
I'm a 24-year-old female with severe hair loss from Accutane, and it's only getting worse. How do I get past this, emotionally and practically? [more inside]
Help me have more of my income withheld for taxes!
I'm tired of getting screwed over on my taxes. I have two jobs, one of these jobs will not take taxes out with each paycheck. How do I arrange my other job to take more out to cover this? [more inside]
posted by royalsong at 6:32 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by royalsong at 6:32 AM PST - 19 comments
Not Made in the USA please.
I'm looking for more fashion blogs that avoid USA made products. I generally try and avoid purchasing any USA brands & products as my own little personal boycott against "US-cultural imperialism" and foreign policy, but unfortunately most fashion blogs are a bit too pro-usa.
Where are all the anti-USA fashionistas?
Grinding!
[USDAFilter]So every butcher at the local chain grocery stores has informed me that they will not make ground chicken out of thigh meat. They say that grounding (sp?) breast meat and thigh meat on the same machine is a no-no (according to the USDA) and that it's not worth the money to invest in a second machine just to make ground thigh meat. I cannot find reference to this on the interwebs at all. Questions abound below the fold... [more inside]
posted by kuanes at 4:17 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kuanes at 4:17 AM PST - 8 comments
Grey into gold?
How do people with white hair dye it blonde? Is there such a thing as blonde dye that isn't bleach? [more inside]
Take me out to the ballgame, please.
I want to learn about baseball. I've been able to crack basketball and football, but not baseball. What should I read? What should I watch? Who should I pay attention to? [more inside]
posted by kortez at 3:00 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by kortez at 3:00 AM PST - 39 comments
How to create a tablet magazine
Converting a paper magazine to a tablet magazine: What do you have to keep in mind, and what are easy ways to do this? [more inside]
Personalised travel map
I need a personalised travel app, or maybe it's just a personalised map app? [more inside]
Need some OKCupid coaching for profiles
How important is it to have the perfect OKCupid profile? What might be wrong with mine? [more inside]
posted by veryblue1 at 1:03 AM PST - 74 comments
posted by veryblue1 at 1:03 AM PST - 74 comments
Do I need to file a 1040X? How does that affect my state tax return?
Tax panic! I e-filed my 1040 federal return a few weeks ago; then, while finally tackling my state tax return last week, I discovered I'd incorrectly transferred an amount from one of my additional forms into the 1040. Do I need to file a 1040X to correct this, and how do I proceed with my state return? [more inside]
posted by estherbester at 12:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by estherbester at 12:24 AM PST - 4 comments
Name of 70s film about alienation and despair?
I saw a movie twenty years ago that appeared to be set in the 70s, with a high school student who loses his virginity in a sleeping bag in an abandoned house, but I don't know much else. [more inside]
posted by philosophistry at 12:07 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by philosophistry at 12:07 AM PST - 3 comments
April 15
WHAT WAS IT????
What song played over the end credits of tonight's series finale of "Eastbound and Down?" [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 at 11:21 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by drjimmy11 at 11:21 PM PST - 7 comments
A San Fran plan for my man
Looking for a fun hotel to stay at in San Francisco, and your recommendations for where to go for a romantic dinner... [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
How to deal with neediness in a relationship?
How can I deal with neediness in the early stages of a relationship? [more inside]
Surely they're not man-made, those land-bridges on either side of Kaliningrad?
BalticFilter: what's with those two isthmuses (isthmi?) stretching NE from Gdansk? [more inside]
My Favorite Animal is Steak: The Musical
Who sells the best beef in the Bay Area? [more inside]
I won't fix your computer since you download from the internet.
Computer repairmen broke my Mac screen while fixing my hard drive and refuse to fix it. They're threatening to report me for having pirated content on my computer if I follow through with legal claims to get it fixed. What now? (long explanation inside) [more inside]
British TV Lover Seeks Long-Lost Show
What is this show I'm thinking of??? [more inside]
posted by carlypennylane at 8:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by carlypennylane at 8:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Ovarian Cystectomy Freak-Out
I'm set to have an ovarian cystectomy (and possible oophorectomy) at the end of the week. I'm pretty scared about the surgery, the recovery and my future fertility. [more inside]
posted by Aquifer at 8:07 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Aquifer at 8:07 PM PST - 20 comments
Turned off by forwardness
Is it strange that I get turned off by outright flirting and sexual advances from men? [more inside]
Indie wedding playlists ...
Can we do this again? Indie music for a wedding? We're iPodding it for our reception, and would love some new suggestions for music that we might have overlooked. I've looked at the older threads on this on MeFi, but the newest one is a couple of years old.
What can I do with my advice blog?
How do I get more attention/participation on my advice blog? [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 7:58 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sweetkid at 7:58 PM PST - 10 comments
Calling from an iPhone on wireless in china
How can I call an american telephone number (landline or cell) from an iPhone that 1. Has only wireless, and 2. Is behind the Chinese firewall? [more inside]
Who sells plaid shirts for hippy girls?
Clothesfilter: Where do short girls with big hips buy plaid shirts? [more inside]
posted by topoisomerase at 7:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by topoisomerase at 7:36 PM PST - 6 comments
Hot Feet
Usually my feet are chilly, and I wear socks lounging around on my bed. But I can always tell when I'm drowsy and ready to nod off, because my feet feel suddenly unbearably warm, and I have to rip my socks off so I can fall asleep. I've always wondered why--any thoughts? [more inside]
spanish songs that use vos
For a project I'm doing, I'm looking for songs in Spanish that demonstrate voseo (the use of the informal second-person singular pronoun vos). This way of speaking isn't technically "standard" Spanish, so I don't exactly know how to search for songs that show this usage. [more inside]
posted by huxham at 7:18 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by huxham at 7:18 PM PST - 15 comments
Help! Pantry Moths
Attack of the pantry moths. How do I get rid of this pestilence? [more inside]
The Sadness Will Ebb, The Trouble Is The Time It Will Take -David Levithan
How to deal with depression on a daily basis? [more inside]
Mama Needs a New Pair of Shoes
My friend is a shoe freak who just had a baby. Can you recommend a cute pair of comfortable slip-ons that are suitable for the spring/summer in upstate New York with a newborn around the house? Bonus points for luxury, and for things more on the girly side style-wise.
It's hard enough as it is.
I may be pregnant. If I am, my husband and I are positive we want an abortion. I need advice on how to deal with very angry protesters. [more inside]
What's the easiest way to get a divorce if it's amicable?
My wife & I have decided to divorce. It's totally amicable, we don't have much to split. What's the cheapest, easiest way to do this? [more inside]
I Love It But. There's always a but.
Clothesfilter: I found the most amazing, perfect fitting, super-chic dress. The problem, one glaring hanger bump. Can this be saved? [more inside]
What kind of dog should I get?
Im in the process of getting a new dog, and Im at a loss when it comes to breed, training, just overall care. Help? [more inside]
maxi-dress me
please send me your favorite maxi dresses (i guess that's not really a question). [more inside]
How can I improve my Clear internet reception?
Does my building have crazy windows? I'm struggling to get decent reception for Clear Internet even though I live TWO BLOCKS from Clear WiMAX towers. I opened my balcony door a moment ago and BAM! Awesome reception. This is crazy. What's going on and what can I do? [more inside]
The world is just awesome.
I want to mainline wonder! Recommend me nonfiction books or films (science, nature, history, culture, the human mind) that will make me fall in love with the world we live in. [more inside]
TurboTax doesn't believe no state income tax?
How does TurboTax figure the "Other income taxes" line? Or, how can I correct this? [more inside]
Be gone, muffin top!
Help a 5'10", narrow-hipped, wide-waisted girl find jeans! [more inside]
Database, Spanish/English words, reasonably priced?
I'm looking for a Spanish/English translation dictionary in electronic table/database format. I'm trying to make what's basically an online dictionary, and I need an actual dictionary for the site to query. My Googling only turned up one database costing ~$4000. Are there cheaper options?
Spoiler filled questions about Cabin in the Woods.
Questions about the movie Cabin in the Woods (Spoilers, of course), [more inside]
The frustration when you can picture exactly what you want and it does not exist
"Nun" shoes revisited: I would like to find a pair of black women's shoes which I am not sure exist. Can you help me? [more inside]
Calendar apps that show the continuous flow of weeks
I'm looking for personal productivity apps in which the calendar view can be presented in a continuous flow of weeks (such as http://madebyevan.com/calendar/ ) in alternative to the more tradicional day/week/month model.
posted by dfreire at 3:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dfreire at 3:08 PM PST - 6 comments
I hate my tonsils
My allergies have left my tonsils permanently swollen and I find myself choking when I eat far too often. What should I do? [more inside]
alo presidente
I want to become intimately familiar with Venezuelan politics; what should I read? [more inside]
How to deal with dog attachment issues?
My dog is about 7 years old, she is a Australian mini. Whenever I go away after work for more then a few hours she cries, mopes and whines. She has this annoying habit of whistling through her nose. I live with my family and commute to work with my Dad & to school, so most days we're leaving at 8am and back 6pm--she does fine then but then if I'm gone & my Dad is home is when she is really fussy. I typically spend the weekend with my Fiancé, which really bugs her (I can't take her with us as my Fiancé lives in a Resident Hall).
If I go out of town, or away for the night she is still really needy and fussy.
How can I get her to be less annoying for my family, to be less fussy about me being gone? I take her for walks and love on her when I am home but that's not enough.
Any suggestions or ideas would be most helpful.
Which is better, A or B?
TornadoFilter: Which of these options is the safest shelter in a tornado situation? [more inside]
How do I communicate better with my dad?
I need some advice on how to communicate better with my dad and hopefully improve our relationship. [more inside]
Image Stretch in Word 2010
Image-stretch in Word 2010: I'm writing a manual which includes explanations of particular icons used in an app. I've taken screengrabs (.png) of each icon (between 10x10 and 30x30 pixels) using MWSnap, but when I drag them into Word they expand (approx 20%), and I have to manually re-size each one back down to the original size so it doesn't look stretched. Why is this happening and how do I fix this?
posted by forallmankind at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by forallmankind at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
Dating progression
What are the progression levels if you are dating a girl over few weeks?
We kissed after the first date in the parking lot and the second date in the car before calling it a night.
How do you get few moments alone to escalate and suggest you mean business without looking like a creep?
When it is ok to hold hands, or walk that way? I already grabbed her forearms while walking leading her in a different shop, street etc and she is very comfortable.
I've never been to Italy
What are the must-see places to visit around Sorrento and the Amalfi coast in Italy? [more inside]
posted by cider at 11:35 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cider at 11:35 AM PST - 10 comments
New Raise Buzzkill - I should still get paid more!!
Advice on negotiating a raise when I've just transferred to a new office? [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 11:02 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by lizbunny at 11:02 AM PST - 5 comments
She wants to be EXCLUSIVE? What a weirdo!
I feel like a freak for wanting a long-term relationship. [more inside]
Can I please quit my job?
Any alpaca farmers out there willing to answer some questions? [more inside]
Recommendations for .nl domain registrar with good support?
Can you recommend me a good domain registrar that supports .nl domains and has 7 days a week live chat support? [more inside]
Easy music software?
I'm looking for music software with an easy programming interface for amateurs. [more inside]
How to find a type of character
Looking for plays featuring particularly confident characters; any era will do. Specific recommendations/favourites would be great - tips on finding them myself also helpful. [more inside]
posted by danteGideon at 10:01 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by danteGideon at 10:01 AM PST - 8 comments
Looking for a non-scummy secured credit card.
So who's the least scummy secured credit card issuer out there? [more inside]
Storytime for adults
Inspired by this comment, I am on a search for read-aloud friendly erotica. (specific stories or authors) Suggestions, metafilter? I'd prefer something that is on the internet, but books are ok too. [more inside]
Help me find no contract internet in NYC
Help me find no-contract home wireless internet for an apartment in the NYC area! Preferably, it would be reliable and have no throttling. It must be able to be dropped with a month's notice, as we are planning to move soon. Details complicate, as always. [more inside]
posted by corb at 8:29 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by corb at 8:29 AM PST - 5 comments
What kind of mixed drinks would they have been drinking on the Titanic?
What kind of mixed drinks would they have been drinking on the Titanic? [more inside]
posted by fellion at 8:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fellion at 8:16 AM PST - 6 comments
30 minutes or less
We're putting our house on the market. Help us create a quick-evacuation checklist for showings on short notice. [more inside]
posted by elizeh at 7:22 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by elizeh at 7:22 AM PST - 20 comments
Raccoon in the ceiling!
There is a raccoon nesting in the attic crawlspace above my apartment. It is loud. What is the usual process for removing it, and how can I convince my landlord to be responsible for that process? [more inside]
Midlife fitness tarpit.
Current fitness and nutrition regime counterproductive - help. If you had this happen to you and have worked around it, I'd like to hear about it. [more inside]
Help me help them.
A city in my area was hit by a tornado last night. How do I volunteer to help with the aftermath? [more inside]
posted by ThisKindNepenthe at 6:11 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ThisKindNepenthe at 6:11 AM PST - 8 comments
What is the origin of the in-profile emoticon?
Lately on Facebook I've been seeing a kind of smiley I've never seen before: c",)
I'm curious to know where this type of emoticon originates. Have you seen them before? Do they come out of any particular internet culture? [more inside]
How to corral the boobs for style and ease of access?
Magestically breasted nursing mums: help me dress my new body. [more inside]
posted by brambory at 4:56 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by brambory at 4:56 AM PST - 16 comments
Online recording
I'm looking for a solution for students to record themselves online and have the resulting file sent to an email address. [more inside]
Flash Video Troubles
The red and blue channels of *some* videos I watch with the Firefox Flash plugin on sites like youtube are swapped. Halp? [more inside]
posted by CautionToTheWind at 4:01 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by CautionToTheWind at 4:01 AM PST - 5 comments
Should I get my lizard a 'girlfriend'?
I want to get a second bearded dragon, preferably as a companion to my current beardie. My current bearded dragon is male, and I know that two males will not get along in the same cage. Should I get a female/companion or would I be best off just setting up a second terrarium. [more inside]
posted by Drumhellz at 3:13 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Drumhellz at 3:13 AM PST - 3 comments
My partner has a drinking problem.
Should I stay or should I go? If not, what do we do? [more inside]
Should I be paid for the work I produced in this interview?
I recently attended a job interview which included a copywriting test - I was given some facts about an upcoming event and asked to write a press release. I did not get the job, however, the press release was released exactly as I wrote it (without my byline) and was picked up by a small local news blog and a local religious newspaper, as well as being used in the organisation's internal newsletter. The headline I wrote was also tweeted with a link to the event info on the organisation's website. [more inside]
Unwritten job duties
What are ways to do things without being the person who does those things? (ie. barber can listen to people spill without being a therapist) [more inside]
A household divided by music software...
I need help making iTunes, MediaMonkey, two iPhones and an external drive all play nicely with each other and our household's burgeoning music collection! [more inside]
posted by Gori Girl at 1:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Gori Girl at 1:39 AM PST - 5 comments
What's a good yet affordable conference call system, which can hold a conference in which anyone can join by either phone or the internet, as desired?
What is a good conference calling service for use in Canada (Ottawa specifically), which allows people to connect by computer or by phone in a single conference? I'm on a budget too. [more inside]
Sometimes you just gotta say...
Thinking about going back to school, but I have some questions about things, and hoping people can help me and answer them. (Information and questions inside.) [more inside]
posted by mephron at 12:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mephron at 12:54 AM PST - 5 comments
How do the owners make money, while the companies make money?
Asking-for-a-friend filter: How do you create a corporate rate for a fitness club? [more inside]
posted by emorev at 12:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by emorev at 12:50 AM PST - 6 comments
April 14
Programmable Big Red Button?
Where can I get a programmable "big red button?" [more inside]
posted by Marky at 10:30 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Marky at 10:30 PM PST - 10 comments
You say Da Vinci, and I say Da Vinci
Can you recommend good science sets or paint (non-watercolor) sets for an 11 year old girl? She likes to experiment and dabble in her room, and has asked about them as gifts. Thanks!
Happy Birthday to me, cake recipe, please?
I turn 37 in less than a week. My husband doesn't bake, I do not like grocery store cakes, so I typically bake my own.
This year I want something different from my norm. What is your best cake recipe of all time? Frosting recipes are welcome as well, I want to do it all from scratch. [more inside]
posted by SuzySmith at 9:44 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by SuzySmith at 9:44 PM PST - 42 comments
Recommend good horror novels and short story anthologies
Recommend good horror novels and short story anthologies [more inside]
Name for a cat-themed bowling team?
I'm trying to put together a bowling team for a cat rescue fund raiser. We need a team of 4-5 people and I would like to come up with a bad-ass name to use for the team before soliciting. Any suggestions?
posted by purephase at 9:24 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by purephase at 9:24 PM PST - 16 comments
Help my family stay in touch with a deployed dad
I need updated info on the best way for a deployed solider in Afghanistan to send and receive calls from the US. He is taking a macbook. Do we buy a GSM cell phone, use Google voice, skype or something else? I am willing to spend $50-100 per month for options. He is starting at Bagram AFB but will move around some. He will be deployed for 6 months starting in May. There will be a period in the summer where the kids will be at camp and will only have access to a phone.
Thanks.
posted by MimiC at 8:48 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by MimiC at 8:48 PM PST - 9 comments
I've been a terrible daughter.
Help me do something thoughtful for my mom on mother's day. [more inside]
Not bad meaning bad, but bad meaning good.
What are some good tv shows or movies about righteous badasses? [more inside]
I want to re-read a book and I don't know the name or writer
I need the name of a book that I read last year. [more inside]
posted by myselfasme at 8:20 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by myselfasme at 8:20 PM PST - 5 comments
day trip to boston!
Help me plan a day in Boston! [more inside]
Why do we write 1st but not 2:00pm?
Why do we write 1st but not 2:00pm? [more inside]
What time is turn down service and lights out in jail?
What would spending a week or two in the Atlanta City Detention Center be like? [more inside]
Finding a sustainable community in Hawaii?
I'm interested in joining/starting some kind of sustainable, intentional community in Hawaii. I've done some basic googling and found some WWOOF places, but I was hoping Metafilter could give more personal feedback. I'm in Honolulu right now and have funds to put roots down elsewhere in the islands. Can anyone recommend a good sustainability course, farm, or personal contacts?
Making a beer fan six long necks at a time
Best BOTTLED beers for a beer newbie in California? [more inside]
I'm depressed, I don't know what to do next
My life is good but I am so miserable. I don't know what or how to change anything and I am getting desperate. [more inside]
Help me find a tropical paradise!
Travelfilter: Help me find a relaxing tropical paradise to take my ladyfriend to, somewhere relatively close to Japan. [more inside]
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 6:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 6:50 PM PST - 11 comments
We are musicians, and therefore broke - obviously we should sign any deal we get! Right? NO!!!
Recording an album, and trying to strike a deal with the sound engineer / producer so we don't go broke. Are we signing in to a good deal or a bad deal? [more inside]
posted by klausman at 6:44 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by klausman at 6:44 PM PST - 10 comments
Like Paris between the wars, but happening now.
Where is the art world now? [more inside]
Fantine's Backstory.
What is Fantine's back story? [more inside]
Who is the honey maker near Half Moon Bay
Who is the honey maker that sets up shop at the intersection of Highways 92 and 35 (Skyline Boulevard) near Half Moon Bay, CA? [more inside]
posted by cnc at 6:13 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by cnc at 6:13 PM PST - 11 comments
If Rafters was in LA, where would it be?
Another dancing in LA question: Which LA club/bar is most like Rafters (in Mammoth)? (older crowd, friendly, people go to dance) -- I'm not looking for the clubs where the "partner dancing" people go to practice (been there, done that), but clubs where just normal people between 40 and 60yo go to dance for fun. If you've been to Rafters, you know what I'm talking about. Prefer westside but flexible. Thanks!
I want to suck my files!
Unix cURL syntax: multiple URLs to multiple files (download) [more inside]
Now they got the sun, an' they got the palm trees
Two mid-20s gals want choose their ideal, last-minute, warm, not-too-pricey, non-resort vacation. Help us, please! [more inside]
posted by Paper rabies at 5:31 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Paper rabies at 5:31 PM PST - 7 comments
how to prevent an un-owned cat from spraying
Asking for a friend - preventing neighborhood (probably feral) cat spraying... [more inside]
Songs with unreliable narrators?
Songs with unreliable narrators?
posted by Trurl at 5:06 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by Trurl at 5:06 PM PST - 55 comments
Smart and Funny shows
I'm Looking for TV shows, podcasts, or radio programs similar to Wait Wait ... Don't tell me, and Qi. [more inside]
If you were flatter, we wouldn't be having this problem.
Is a high-pitched noise emitting from an old TV potentially damaging to adolescent ears? [more inside]
posted by shipsthatburn at 5:02 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by shipsthatburn at 5:02 PM PST - 11 comments
Looking for a for female-friendly barbers in London, UK, e.g., with a Murdoch London aesthetic.
Looking for a for female-friendly barbers in London, UK, e.g., with a Murdoch London aesthetic. [more inside]
Wasting warm water woes - Stop a leak on my hot water heater.
Indoor Plumbing Filter: Help me understand a valve on my hot water line and how to stop a leak. [more inside]
posted by msbutah at 4:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by msbutah at 4:16 PM PST - 8 comments
Where to heretics go to grad school?
I need recommendations on a PhD program in ecology/conservation biology/interdisciplinary studies. I am a biology student who has strong nontraditional interests in cross-disciplinary work, popularization of science (i.e. making science relevant to non-science people), creating social and political change, and examining the relationships between humans and the biosphere from a holistic, non-anthropocentric perspective. Any ideas? [more inside]
YYZ-FAI
My sister is being induced on May 1st in Fairbanks, Alaska. I live in Toronto. Help me get there. [more inside]
posted by kate blank at 3:34 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by kate blank at 3:34 PM PST - 18 comments
Articles whose authors' opinions are thatit's ok to smoke marijuana while breastfeeding?
I am looking for articles written by at least somewhat provably reputable that are advocating for the safety of occasional marijuana use during breastfeeding. [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 3:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 3:09 PM PST - 7 comments
Long lasting photos and frames
I'm looking for recommendations on long lasting photo prints and frames. [more inside]
posted by DrumsIntheDeep at 2:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by DrumsIntheDeep at 2:47 PM PST - 3 comments
Can some groomsmen buy their tuxedos while others rent?
I'm the best man. Some groomsmen want to buy tuxedos, others want to rent. Is this workable? Looking for NYC-specific recommendations. [more inside]
I can haz party?
Should I do something for my birthday? [more inside]
How to wear/match leather boots and office attire?
Men clothing: How to wear/match leather boots and office attire? [more inside]
posted by helloworlditsme at 1:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by helloworlditsme at 1:59 PM PST - 9 comments
I wanna watch roller skating movies!
I found this video* on YouTube this morning. As you can see, it's composed of a bunch of clips from movies with rollerskating scenes. I can pick out Shall We Dance?, Rollerball, and The Big Store. What movies are the rest of these clips pulled from? [more inside]
posted by mollymayhem at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mollymayhem at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
The Mystery of the Folding Chair
Email mystery: I run a theatre company called Folding Chair Classical Theatre. The company's email address is the first two words of its name, an at sign, and gmail dot com. For the last several years, I've been getting emails (maybe four a year) from people trying to order folding chairs. The wording of these emails is all very similar to each other, which makes me wonder if this is some kind of scam. But if so, what's the angle? [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by grumblebee at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
Nobody likes soggy toilet paper
The entire bathroom gets completely soaked from the steam/spray every time I take a shower. What kind of showerhead should I get to prevent this? [more inside]
posted by Baethan at 1:18 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Baethan at 1:18 PM PST - 16 comments
I want a suit with rhinestones on it!
I need a suit with rhinestones on it ASAP! I'm getting married in two weeks and I just discovered Nudie suits. I don't want something quite that flashy, but I would love something with a bit more character than your standard, run of the mill suit...like a bit of western style and a few rhinestones. I'm in the NYC area. Any suggestions for where to get something like that? [more inside]
Blonde Rumer Willis?
Trying to remember the name of a young (early 20s, maybe even late teens) actress who has been in some television and movies I've seen, though unfortunately I can't remember what. I know I've seen her cry / whine on film, though.
She basically looks like Rumer Willis with curly blonde hair instead. Similar nose / pointed features.
What does a typical PhD schedule look like?
What does a typical social sciences PhD's work schedule look like? [more inside]
EC2 and Sketchup?
Which Amazon AMI is best for running a huge Google Sketchup model? [more inside]
Is the lion broken or are we just incompatible??
On Mac OS X Lion, is there a way to maintain the order of my full screen apps? [more inside]
What monster comes from the film?
Cabin in the Woods question SPOILERS! [more inside]
My girlfriend's moving in... and so is her cat!
My girlfriend is moving from an apartment in NYC to my house in Connecticut next week with her cat. I have two dogs. Do we have a future?! [more inside]
Forgot iPod password but iTunes stops responding while syncing
My daughter put a password on her iPod and promptly forgot it, which would be fine if iTunes didn't stop responding every single time we try to sync it. I really don't want to lose everything that is on there, especially her pictures and purchases. Help me be a hero to my daughter and tell me how to fix it.
Is the word "prick" considered offensive?
Is the word "prick" considered offensive? [more inside]
Books on history that are a delight to read.
Please recommend your favorite books on history that are a delight to read. [more inside]
posted by grayber at 10:20 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by grayber at 10:20 AM PST - 44 comments
Me + Math Major = Success?
Do you have to be "inherently" good at math to successfully major in math as an undergrad? [more inside]
posted by lobbyist at 9:54 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by lobbyist at 9:54 AM PST - 27 comments
Hitting a brick wall. Can't return to university in order to complete my degree. Help?
Kicked out of university. Twice. What would you do in my situation? [more inside]
This currency doesn't show up on my forex trading screen...
What does the phrase "pukka currency" mean? [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 9:13 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dfriedman at 9:13 AM PST - 6 comments
Great Horned Owl
I have a Great Horned Owl Nesting in the dead palm tree outside in my lawn. I live in West Florida and have taken several pictures which indicates that It Is The Great Horned Owl. Should I remove The Dead Palm? Should I be concerned?
posted by brittaincrowe at 9:12 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by brittaincrowe at 9:12 AM PST - 33 comments
How do I get my photos onto somebody else's iphone?
I'd like photos that I take on my iPhone to automatically turn up on my mom's iPhone. I'd prefer to do this without setting up my iCloud account on her phone, since we don't need to share contacts, calendars, etc. Ideally the solution would be completely transparent for her, and require little or no ongoing effort from me once it's set up. Any tips on the best way to do this?
posted by yankeefog at 8:20 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by yankeefog at 8:20 AM PST - 8 comments
What are your 'perfect albums'?
I'm looking to add some new music to my library, and I am fascinated with 'perfect albums'. [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:02 AM PST - 119 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:02 AM PST - 119 comments
The Stars are Exploding?
My housemate and I just saw a bright pinpoint flash (approx intensity and size of Rigel) in the sky, lasting about an eighth of a second, what's it likely to have been? [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 4:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Ahab at 4:58 AM PST - 10 comments
Mystery bugs
A few months ago, I began noticing tiny bugs in my place. They appear very sporadic - I may see one or two a week at best - but it's always the same kind. I'd like to see no bugs in my place at all, ideally. [more inside]
posted by MinusCelsius at 3:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by MinusCelsius at 3:22 AM PST - 7 comments
What are some contemporary coming of age novels?
What are some contemporary coming of age novels? I am in a reading group and our current theme is "the adolescent experience." But most novels we have read thus far speak to the experiences of past generations. What are some novels, written for adult audiences, that might describe the experience of a modern adolescent in our society? [more inside]
April 13
White Book / Black Book / Gray Book
White Version / Black Version: I read a book in the early 1990s that I picked up at a foreign bookstore in Japan... [more inside]
posted by spacewrench at 10:50 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by spacewrench at 10:50 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I fix my drilling stupidity?
I managed to drill a hole / crater into my desk. This divot happens be where I write. Thus I need to fill this hole such that I can write with the least amount of disruption. What is the best way to do this? [more inside]
posted by dirigibleman at 10:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by dirigibleman at 10:40 PM PST - 15 comments
She DIDN'T mean ectomorph
Front-Range natives---and those with deep roots there: [more inside]
posted by brujita at 10:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by brujita at 10:25 PM PST - 6 comments
Remember the book with the snakes and the Christians?
I'm trying to remember a novel I read about 10 years ago with very little and possibly confused memories of it. [more inside]
posted by jojobobo at 10:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jojobobo at 10:05 PM PST - 4 comments
Lights, Camera, Action
Help me buy Canon lenses without breaking the bank. [more inside]
posted by theobserver at 9:03 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by theobserver at 9:03 PM PST - 28 comments
Help me pick a decent medium-size HDTV.
Please help me level up my work wardrobe.
Dress Code Filter: How do I make the jump from business casual to full business dress code with the clothes that I have? What are some pieces that I need to have? [more inside]
Klingons do not say "Hello." The closest equivalent translates basically as, "What do you want?"
Looking for a database or collection of links to imaginary languages (preferably with translation capability or lists of common phrases.) [more inside]
Mass. confusion. How do I find the EIN from my unemployment compensation?
I need the EIN from a 1099-G from The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance. Does anyone know where to find this? [more inside]
iPad Exchange client app
What is the most full-featured Exchange (ie Outlook) app for the iPad? [more inside]
Playing backgammon with a friend online
I'm in one place and would like to play backgammon online with a friend in another. All I can seem to find on google are horribly spammy sites. What's the best way to do this?
posted by pdq at 6:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by pdq at 6:10 PM PST - 7 comments
NOT ASKING FOR IT!
I'm going to SlutWalk SL,UT and I need something great to paint on my shirt. [more inside]
posted by TooFewShoes at 5:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by TooFewShoes at 5:59 PM PST - 9 comments
Maybe something about curtains? Or fieldstone?
Can you find this essay on what writing is like? [more inside]
posted by Andrhia at 5:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Andrhia at 5:54 PM PST - 2 comments
Let well enough alone?
Should I call my abuser on his behavior, even though it's been over twenty years since we've last spoken? [more inside]
Looking for a place near the Beach
Looking for a nice, not horribly expensive hotel in Toronto within easy walking distance of Sony Centre. [more inside]
How can I successfully land an internship as an engineering student?
I'm an engineering student that's been applying for internships since the start of the year but with no offers. Can any MeFi members give me any advice on landing one and how to keep my motivation? [more inside]
New spelling, new root?
I'd like to check if changed spellings are changed words. [more inside]
posted by meinvt at 4:42 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by meinvt at 4:42 PM PST - 6 comments
How do vegetarians enjoy fresh tarragon?
I want to be in love with my bumper crop of tarragon! How do I really bring out the flavor and really make it shine? The challenge is that I don't cook a lot of meat. [more inside]
posted by BrashTech at 4:35 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by BrashTech at 4:35 PM PST - 29 comments
Help with a health question for an India traveler
India Travel Filter: Does my favorite girl have a mild case of Meningitis? Shes in northern India and has a mild rash, headaches, and some dizziness. [more inside]
Help me appreciate beauty and excellence.
I need to find a youtube clip, or a part from a movie, that shows "an appreciation of beauty and excellence". Problem? I don't watch movies, and have a super slow internet connection so I can't spend hours trawling through youtube clips. Help me narrow the search.
Help me plan the most ridic Vegas bachelor party of all time.
Help me plan the most ridic Vegas bachelor party of all time. OF ALL TIME! [more inside]
posted by littlelebowskiurbanachiever at 4:18 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by littlelebowskiurbanachiever at 4:18 PM PST - 13 comments
Best rotary-style electric razor?
Dear face-shaving persons of MetaFilter, what is your preferred electric rotary razor? Mr. Sidhedevil has a tough beard and tender skin, and insists on using a rotary-head-style electric. The most recent AskMe on this was from 2010, so hoping there are some new good models out there. We're in the US, so it has to be available here. [more inside]
posted by Sidhedevil at 4:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Sidhedevil at 4:04 PM PST - 4 comments
I am considering a position at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) main campus. Where in Chicago should I live?
Where in Chicago should I live if I take a position at the Illinois Institute of Technology? [more inside]
Travels with Charlie, revisited.
Young couple planning leisurely drive across America in a tiny car... with our dog. Advice, resources and must-sees welcome. [more inside]
posted by deludingmyself at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by deludingmyself at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Modelsim
How did you learn how to use ModelSim? [more inside]
Calling all lizard experts
Please help me identify this lizard found at my home near Ft. Worth.
Just get used to it, already!
Why am I struggling to feel comfortable in my body, which has changed quite a bit over recent years? It's like my brain is stuck in "thin" mode but my body is constantly announcing that there have been new changes, like little alarms all day long-- even though the weight gain happened over the course of a few years. I don't even really mind the way my body looks, but I can't seem to get used to the physical feeling of being in it. [more inside]
Help me find my old differential equations textbook
Help find this differential equations textbook (or, suggest a good one). [more inside]
posted by leahwrenn at 1:25 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by leahwrenn at 1:25 PM PST - 8 comments
Know a good bar for MMA fans in SF?
Recommendations for a bar in San Francisco where I could get them to put on tonight's Bellator 65 MMA event on MTV2? [more inside]
posted by bashos_frog at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bashos_frog at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
To Know What They Know...
Are there any websites that list a directory of FOIA-attainable information, including the agency/department it would come from and procedures to follow in submitting a FOIA request? [more inside]
posted by benbenson at 12:57 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by benbenson at 12:57 PM PST - 17 comments
Goofy gift ideas, please?
My nephew will be graduating next month from medical school in PA, then going off to a seven-year (!) neurosurgery residency in CA. In honor of the occasion, I plan to give him a check along with some sort of goofy and memorable gag gift but my brain is fried. Can you give me some ideas and (if applicable) links? About him: He's tall with an athletic build (I swear he must have been adopted!), a runner, has a girlfriend, loves goofy and quirky stuff, and will do or wear most anything on a dare.
Vitaly Borker, Decor My Eyes Jail Sentence
Perhaps a waste of question, but I am having trouble finding out: whatever happened to Vitaly Borker, of DecorMyEyes infamy? [more inside]
posted by en el aire at 12:48 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by en el aire at 12:48 PM PST - 4 comments
Living on a budget in London
We've just relocated to London (Richmond-area but not Richmond) from abroad, and we're looking for some budget planning advice. [more inside]
OMG your braid makes me so horny. (note: not really)
Help me understand the psychology of a sexual fetish. Most of the time I have no problem at all indulging my boyfriend's fetish and actually enjoy it myself. Occasionally it makes me feel insecure and shitty, which ruins it for him. How to deal? [more inside]
posted by thrasher at 12:17 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by thrasher at 12:17 PM PST - 41 comments
The 'Invisible' List
Can you help me make a list of the things that pass through your body constantly? (eg. radio waves, neutrinos, micro black holes)
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:12 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:12 PM PST - 10 comments
Can I have reasonable privacy on an employer-provided Android phone?
Android PrivacyFilter: I will soon be issued a shiny new Android smartphone at work, and my employer's policies allow limited personal use of the device. What's the current state of best practices for keeping a reasonable degree of separation between personal and work stuff? [more inside]
Music to make brush to your mouth by
At the dentist today I was reminded again that I brush my teeth too hard and too briefly. The solution, obviously, is a theme song. Know of any songs about two minutes in length that will inspire gentle circular motions? Bonus question: Should there be a different theme song for morning and night? Thanks.
posted by drzz at 11:51 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by drzz at 11:51 AM PST - 32 comments
Are multi-game Jamma boards okay?
Arcade cabinet owners; do you have any experience with multi-game boards? Do they work well? Feel authentic enough while playing? [more inside]
posted by Monster_Zero at 11:35 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Monster_Zero at 11:35 AM PST - 6 comments
just setting myself up for rejection?
I can't stop thinking about asking my ex for another try. This is probably a bad idea, but should I just ask anyway, just so I know I tried my best? [more inside]
What would cause an extreme fluctuation in a woman's hormones?
What would cause an extreme fluctuation in a woman's hormones? [more inside]
posted by moira at 11:25 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by moira at 11:25 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me run a 10k.
I am running a 10k race tomorrow. Your advice please? [more inside]
posted by Rudy Gerner at 11:23 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Rudy Gerner at 11:23 AM PST - 9 comments
Yeah, the investments are doing swimmingly.
LawyerFilter: Need a non-smarmy real estate lawyer in Palm Beach County, FL to help me get out from some underwater properties. [more inside]
posted by PorcineWithMe at 11:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by PorcineWithMe at 11:22 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me find my superpower
People of Metafilter who run long distances in funny outfits! People of Metafilter who like inventing alcohol themed superheroes! Help me come up with a costume and superhero identity for the SoCal Ragnar Relay. [more inside]
posted by rhythm and booze at 11:12 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by rhythm and booze at 11:12 AM PST - 16 comments
To push or not to push?
YANMP (perinatologist) and I will call them but first can someone describe what back labor feels like? [more inside]
can't get tasker profiles to import
I can't import any profiles in Tasker. Help! [more inside]
Is George Washington's Moonshine worth $95?!?
What can I expect from this unique unaged rye whiskey? Is this more likely to be a fine drinking experience, a cheesy collectors item, or a potential investment? [more inside]
posted by Jamesonian at 10:47 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Jamesonian at 10:47 AM PST - 22 comments
Are there stand-up comedy podcasts containing stand-up comedy?
Are there any stand-up comedy podcasts of stand-up comedians performing stand-up comedy? [more inside]
I've got the baby ... where do I put everything else?
When babywearing, how do you carry the rest of your stuff? Do you lug your diaper bag? Backpack? Is this a special fanny-pack-okay situation? [more inside]
posted by purpleclover at 10:07 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by purpleclover at 10:07 AM PST - 38 comments
Is My Dog an Addict?
Is my dog addicted to second hand smoke? [more inside]
posted by Bunglegirl at 9:31 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Bunglegirl at 9:31 AM PST - 6 comments
Best cheap computers in London?
Where can I buy a cheapish, probably refurbished laptop in London, UK? My crummy old HP finally gave up the ghost and I need a replacement like, yesterday. Ordering online is out of the question - I'd like to walk into a store tomorrow and come home with something. Any recommended places in Central / East where I can get a bargain, or at least not get ripped off? Thanks.
Why does my Chrome browser keep switching the incognito flag off?
Google Chrome incognito mode help. I have Chrome set up to start in incognito mode. However, it frequently seems to revert to standard mode. I have ruled out interference from other users. I suspect, but don't know for sure, that it may be caused by spammy websites spawning new non-incogito windows. Is this likely to be the case, and if so, how do I stop it? I'm running Win7 home premium SP1.
posted by Jakey at 9:14 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Jakey at 9:14 AM PST - 5 comments
Bathrooms and Statistics
My workplace has 3 small bathrooms. It seems to me that if I go to use one of them, and it's occupied, there is a statically higher chance the 2nd and even 3rd bathroom will be occupied (vs the chance that they would be occupied if the 1st one was not). Is it true? [more inside]
posted by lohmannn at 9:00 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by lohmannn at 9:00 AM PST - 30 comments
The cabbies that never sleep?
early midtown east NYC cabs? [more inside]
The Munge Factor: Good online intro resources on MS Word formatting?
The Munge Factor: Good online intro resources on MS Word formatting? [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis at 8:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ZenMasterThis at 8:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Who makes good guidebooks?
Who makes good guidebooks? [more inside]
What modern sports spectacles keep the rich on view?
Sports spectacles and arenas of the modern world: I want to know about them, especially if they keep the rich on view rather than hiding them. [more inside]
posted by lesbiassparrow at 8:43 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by lesbiassparrow at 8:43 AM PST - 8 comments
Are there any television shows that talk about ethnic restaurants in the United States?
Are there any television shows that talk about ethnic restaurants in the United States? [more inside]
But I don't *want* to move.
Am I ignoring the obvious because I don't want to move? [more inside]
Looking for a Knife Sharpening System
Looking to buy a knife sharpening system. [more inside]
Riding for Fun, Not for My Life.
Going to be bicycling around downtown Milwaukee, WI for an entire day, on a weekday, alone, just killing time. But, I am from out of town and I don't want to ride into trouble. I want to be smart about it. [more inside]
posted by TinWhistle at 8:08 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by TinWhistle at 8:08 AM PST - 13 comments
PPI drugs have bad side effects for me. What are the other options?
I've been trying the -zole range of PPIs for GERD-like symptoms but all have bad side effects (detailed below). Is there anything else I can try? [more inside]
posted by humblepigeon at 8:07 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by humblepigeon at 8:07 AM PST - 15 comments
Can one spouse buy a house if the other is in foreclosure?
Foreclosure and purchasing questions, special snowflake information inside. [more inside]
How are well-dressed lab rats shod?
Classy, not-too-ugly shoes. Level of difficulty: for a lady, chem and clean room lab appropriate (no heels, foot completely covered). [more inside]
posted by tchemgrrl at 8:02 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by tchemgrrl at 8:02 AM PST - 22 comments
Unemployable at this job?!
What can an employer ask on an application? [more inside]
Thou Shalt Lay Off
I need to word a kind and compassionate email (or phone call) to my mother. Can you help me do this? [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras at 7:21 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 7:21 AM PST - 13 comments
Do I need to tell my boss that one of my coworkers showed up to work drunk?
Do I need to tell my boss that one of my coworkers showed up to work drunk? [more inside]
Baoche fanning himself
I am hoping to find a Japanese calligraphic drawing of a specific Zen story/koan. [more inside]
Finding the one (BMI calculator that is)
A while ago, I saw this great BMI calculator that had accompanying picture of simulating body which, through a slider (?) could change from "fat" to "muscular". I found that I could reproduce fairly accurately the shape of my body (including the dreaded fat bulges...) with it and found it much more useful to see what I should target for. Unfortunately I can't find it again amongst the morass ... Surely AskMeFi sleuths can find it!
posted by aroberge at 6:59 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by aroberge at 6:59 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me automate a workflow
Automator/macro/scripting help: Is there a way to automate a series of keystrokes, initiated by a command that I create? Running Mac OS 10.7.3. [more inside]
posted by slogger at 6:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by slogger at 6:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Why am I getting thinner but the scale says I weigh the same?
I'm dieting and not exercising. Why am I getting thinner but not losing weight? [more inside]
Giving Directions
Is there a usable generic language or set of instructions for giving directions? Regardless of country language or dialect. Directions that are simple, direct and unambiguous. Ie the way to the bank is up the road for five minutes and then go down to my right. Is that up a hill? Down a hill after turning right? How far up the road do i go? Until i start coming down again? Thank you. [more inside]
Scarf chic not bleak
FashionFilter! I just bought some large, square scarves and would like to use them to tie around my head during windy times to look like a 40s-50s movie star. Instead, I look like a babushka. Help! [more inside]
Hey CLEC, who called me?
Did telephone companies routinely keep records of *incoming* calls in the pre cellphone days? [more inside]
posted by xetere at 6:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by xetere at 6:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Favorite long walks in Toronto?
Favorite long walks in Toronto? [more inside]
How do I handle an employee appropriating clients?
How do I handle an employee appropriating clients? [more inside]
Baby shower gift giving etiquette
Attending a baby shower for an out-of-town long time friend, hosted in our home town. Should I bring a gift to the shower, or have it mailed to her house? [more inside]
posted by Gonestarfishing at 5:40 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Gonestarfishing at 5:40 AM PST - 7 comments
Is my big plywood box really a $10K project?
How much should this cost? I am moving into a new loft and decided that I wanted to carve out a sleeping and storage area in a container of sorts. So I managed to talk an architect into designing something awesome for me.
It can be seen here. We've been very challenged in finding a carpenter that can build it within the budget I have. In fact, quotes are coming in 2 or 3 times what I was planning to spend. [more inside]
In which US states can somebody be arrested for an outstanding debt?
In which US states can somebody be arrested for an outstanding debt? [more inside]
posted by Orb2069 at 2:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Orb2069 at 2:47 AM PST - 6 comments
What to read next after The Stars My Destination?
If I like The Stars My Desintation by Alfred Bester, what else might I like? [more inside]
posted by StephenF at 2:32 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by StephenF at 2:32 AM PST - 17 comments
How to use MTB components with drop bars?
What's the best way to switch a bike with mountain-bike brake and drive train components to drop handlebars? [more inside]
JDate, block these creeps already.
JDate Filter: Am I being rude/off-putting by including a semi-terse "I'm not for you if you're older than X" message at the top of my profile? [more inside]
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 12:34 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 12:34 AM PST - 26 comments
April 12
Help me make pretty family trees
What program or software was used to make this family tree diagram? [more inside]
posted by Nickel at 10:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Nickel at 10:44 PM PST - 5 comments
e coli ESBL+ urinary infection
After multiple knee surgeries, my mom was just diagnosed with e coli ESBL+ infection. [more inside]
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:28 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:28 PM PST - 6 comments
What specialty food items should I bring back from Paris and London?
What specialty food items should I bring back from Paris and London? I am traveling to both places in May. Can you recommend some unique and delicious food items I can bring back with me?
(Any other travel recommendations are welcome as well!)
Was this a real TV show or am I imagining things?
Was this a real TV show or am I imagining things? Circa early-mid 90's, an American show about a family (maybe just a single dad?) with a few sons (ages between 10 - 15?) that owned and lived at a holiday motel complex. The episode I seem to remember is one of the boys was cleaning or going through a guests room after they had stayed and found a porno mag. [more inside]
I need hard to spell words from Star Wars.
I'm organizing a Star Wars themed spelling bee. I need as many hard to spell Star Wars words as possible. They can be nouns, etc. It's a fun event, and we are not following strict rules about it. Already have "Kashyyyk" and "Sarlaac" and "wookiee".
Movies for smart teenagers?
Hi, all. I'm looking for recommendations as to the movies that a group of smart, liberal teens ought to be shown. [more inside]
use laptop as thin client
RDP into personal desktop from work laptop over LAN/wifi - suggestions to get the best possible "thin client" experience at home? Is it a bad idea to use my work computer this way? [more inside]
Viewing recently-changed pages in OneNote 2010
Can I still view recently changed pages in OneNote 2010? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by cahlers at 5:50 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cahlers at 5:50 PM PST - 3 comments
Go Fly a Kite
What is the easiest-to-fly kite that I can buy? I want to walk into a field with my five-year-old and fly with as little skill, experience and effort as possible. I'm seriously considering just "flying" a helium balloon, but that's cheating. What's one step removed from that?
I'm ugly, now what?
I'm ugly. How do I proceed? [more inside]
The Weak Link
How should I explain to my classmates that I can't finish my portion of our group project due to mental health issues, without disclosing the fact that I have these issues? [more inside]
Rear derailleur blues
Adjusting my bike's rear derailleur on the workstand results in perfect shifting. Shifting while riding, on the other hand... [more inside]
posted by aflores at 5:08 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by aflores at 5:08 PM PST - 17 comments
Recommendations for ski shops in Washington DC
Tell me the names and locations of the best ski shops in Washington DC. [more inside]
Help me talk to a 14 year-old boy about baseball.
Help me talk to a 14 year-old boy about baseball. [more inside]
How to improve health without focusing on weight?
I think I'm finally done with dieting and obsessing about the scale. But I do want to develop healthier habits, and I am very goal-oriented. What are good ways to do that without obsessing over the scale? [more inside]
Who is being unreasonable here?
Gold engagement ring has broken a little over 2 years after we had it resized. Is the jeweler to blame, or do these things just happen? [more inside]
posted by sportbucket at 3:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sportbucket at 3:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Too bad money isn't confetti, or I'd throw it at school.
Pay less for online classes or more for sitting in a classroom? Get clicky for career-switching details... [more inside]
posted by mild deer at 2:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mild deer at 2:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Planes? Trains? Automobiles?
I plan to make a trip this summer (June-July) visiting friends and family, making 2- to 4-day stops in each of St. Louis, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Santa Cruz, San Francisco, Vancouver, and Missoula. What's the cheapest way to do this? Or, what are some resources I can use to find the cheapest ways? [more inside]
Finding WW2 veterans who were stationed in Rome?
Historyfilter: how would I go about identifying and actually contacting G.I.s stationed in Rome post-WW2? I'm hoping there may be an uncomplicated way to reach the octuagenarians who spent some significant amount of time in the city right after the war. [more inside]
Help me wash my clothes again.
I broke my washing machine. What part of it did I break? [more inside]
Nicky Riviera
Anyone know if Dr.Nick Riviera from the Simpsons ever made a reference to or tried to describe Kubler Ross' stages of grief? If so, what was the quote?
What's wrong with these shoes?
What's wrong with square-toed shoes? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue at 1:32 PM PST - 74 comments
posted by Potomac Avenue at 1:32 PM PST - 74 comments
Please help me see the light
Please help me find a component photocell (photoconductor) that works well in the IR range. I'm trying to find a photocell that works in the micrometer wavelength range. The market is full of Cadmium Sulfide (CdS), but those peak at a little less than 1 micrometer wavelengths. [more inside]
New site is so much better, but no one wants to come!
Replaced an old website with a new (better?) version in Wordpress and traffic went down. Why? [more inside]
posted by doomtop at 12:45 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by doomtop at 12:45 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me save my school email!
I am finally finishing my graduate degree and need to rescue my email from my school's Exchange servers. The IT department has been singularly unhelpful in their suggestions. [more inside]
How can I manage event guest lists on the ipad?
How can I manage event guest lists on the ipad? Need to check people in as they arrive. [more inside]
It's got lots of triangle shadows and a radial.
What style of [logo] art is this? [more inside]
posted by FirstMateKate at 12:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by FirstMateKate at 12:28 PM PST - 10 comments
Hard Candy Mysteriously Melts Over Day or Two After Bring Placed In Orange Peel
BotanyFilter: Why does hard candy melt when placed in an orange peel? [more inside]
posted by Quarter Pincher at 12:03 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Quarter Pincher at 12:03 PM PST - 9 comments
Buying a custom/specialized engagement ring in the UK
My girlfriend would like a particular style of engagement ring. [more inside]
iTunes replacement?
I need to replace iTunes. I have a very large (600 GB of only music) library and iTunes can't handle it anymore. All I want is something that will show me all of my music sortable by artist, album, or title. I sort all the music myself and don't want a program to do that for me. Playlists would be nice but are optional. That's literally all I need. (I'm on a Mac running OS 10.5.) Thanks MeFi!
Help me find closure for the wooden box I'm making over
I'm giving a small wooden box a makeover and have run into a catch when it comes to finding a catch for it. Where can I find steel or silver-tone 15mm hinges and a decorative 25mm catch, lock or hasp?
posted by orange swan at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by orange swan at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
All of the productivity, none of the hyperhydrosis or raised heart rate?
How do I replicate the motivational mindset I have while on Adderall when I'm sober? [more inside]
Laying Out the Unwelcome Mat
Are there good reasons to answer the door to strangers? [more inside]
Do you have any experience working multiple careers?
My first question filter: I have the opportunity to one day in the near future work two relatively well paying jobs. I want to know if anyone has any experience with the such, and can offer words of wisdom/caution, pros and cons. Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by Stan Grossman at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Stan Grossman at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I get a hold of a brand new Lead21 Phonics Companion or Practice Companion?
Hello,
How do I get a hold of a Lead21 Practice Companion or Phonics Companion for my 3rd grader? [more inside]
Recipe Filter: Culinary Rubiks Cub Solvers, Crockpot + Assorted Dietary Restrictions = ?
Recipe Filter: Culinary Rubiks Cube Solvers, Crockpot + Assorted Dietary Restrictions = Something something. Restrictions after the jump. [more inside]
Need a Japanese-speaking Dr. STAT
Please help find a Japanese-speaking psychiatrist or psychologist near Sacramento. [more inside]
posted by simbiotic at 11:25 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by simbiotic at 11:25 AM PST - 3 comments
Bluetooth no worky
My new Motorola S9 HD bluetooth headphones are paired with my HP Elitebook 8440p laptop (Windows 7 32-bit) - yay! But no sound comes through. The laptop has A2DP technology, according to the downloadable manual. Both are "on" - headset & computer BT transmitter. Clues?
posted by IAmBroom at 11:22 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by IAmBroom at 11:22 AM PST - 6 comments
Sell our House or Not? We are at an impasse, HELP!
Sell our House or Not? We are at an impasse, HELP!
Extended explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by damiano99 at 11:17 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by damiano99 at 11:17 AM PST - 19 comments
New Business Idea Seems Questionable
I have a business idea and wonder if it can work. [more inside]
posted by tunewell at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by tunewell at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
Best 11x17 copier/scanner/printer (standalone, not tabletop)?
I'm overwhelmed by the task of finding a 11x17 copier which also scans and prints. I'm looking for a reliable product -- and willing to spend the money -- but I don't know where to start. Geeky details-- [more inside]
Martha's Vineyard lodging with no reservation in late April?
Can I show up on Martha's Vineyard on Saturday April 28th without a reservation and find a not-exorbitantly-priced place to stay for one night? [more inside]
Should I risk using this dutch oven for no-knead bread?
Should I try using my new Dutch Oven for making no-knead bread or not? [more inside]
posted by kar120c at 10:11 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by kar120c at 10:11 AM PST - 19 comments
Need a new jacket
I'm looking for a new mans spring/fall jacket. Something lightweight and casual, made of cotton or cotton-blend or similar type of fabric (not a sporty windbreaker or fleece jacket). Difficulty: made in Canada or the US. Any ideas?
posted by fimbulvetr at 9:55 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by fimbulvetr at 9:55 AM PST - 12 comments
The lust for comfort, that stealthy thing that enters the house a guest, and then becomes a host, and then a master.
So much of my headspace is wrapped up in how my house looks (which is not so awesome) and it drags me down whenever I’m at home. This isn’t how I want to feel about my home. Can you help me change my attitude? [more inside]
posted by anderjen at 9:48 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by anderjen at 9:48 AM PST - 32 comments
What company should I try to get in now in order to eventually take advantage of their great family benefits?
What companies (preferably located in NYC) offer great maternity/family care benefits? [more inside]
Dog poop in the house! Ack!
Why is my dog pooping in the house? [more inside]
posted by masquesoporfavor at 9:13 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by masquesoporfavor at 9:13 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me design a great résumé, please?
Résumé design advice needed! Details within. [more inside]
Should I, as a gay male, settle when dating or in a relationship?
Should I, as a gay male, settle when dating or in a relationship? [more inside]
posted by jpritcha at 8:54 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jpritcha at 8:54 AM PST - 15 comments
what material would best dampen the noise and vibrations of a treadmill
DIY Engineering filter: Help me be a better upstairs neighbor by selecting the best possible material to dampen the noise and vibrations from walking on a treadmill under a desk. [more inside]
posted by dyslexictraveler at 8:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dyslexictraveler at 8:47 AM PST - 11 comments
C++ filter: How do I get a filename from a FILE * pointer?
Is there a way to find out the filename associated with a specific FILE * pointer? (OS: Red Hat EL 5) [more inside]
posted by tckma at 8:39 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by tckma at 8:39 AM PST - 28 comments
Need a one stop source for video game box art.
What's the best way to get video game cover art in an automated fashion? [more inside]
Please help give my fictional character child care advice.
Please help give my fictional character child care advice. [more inside]
vibratromphonebone
Looking for Jazz with lots of vibraphone and trombone, together on one album. [more inside]
Cheap, bulk mens underwear in synthetic fabrics. For cycling. Aesthetics less-than-crucial.
Cheap men's synthetic underwear: nylon/spandex/polyester/etc. Would like approx 12 pair for bicycling. Flexible on style/aesthetics. Priority: inexpensive. [more inside]
Homebrew - Four Loko / Joose clone recipe
I'm a novice homebrewer looking to brew something similar to the pre-2011 versions of Four Loko / Joose. Would anyone be able to provide information on a clone homebrew recipe for the caffeine, taurine, and guarana versions of Four Loko / Joose? [more inside]
Contemporary poetry recommendations?
Taking Spanish lessons in Central America?
What should I know about going to a Spanish school in Guatemala? [more inside]
Books to teach teenagers philosophy?
Please help me find good beginner texts in philosophy for teenagers. [more inside]
posted by Poppa Bear at 5:54 AM PST - 53 comments
posted by Poppa Bear at 5:54 AM PST - 53 comments
Wordpress 1.5 Exporting/Upgrading Woes
I have an old WordPress 1.5.2 installation. I'd like to either export the posts to a new domain/fresh install or upgrade the current install. I expected that to be easy, but getting my posts out of my existing blog does not appear to be simple at all. I only care about the posts and titles: I'd be fine with losing existing comments. [more inside]
posted by gd779 at 5:48 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by gd779 at 5:48 AM PST - 14 comments
How to fix grainy display in Windows 7?
Suddenly text and logos look very grainy on my Windows 7 computer. [more inside]
Which is better for a light reader: Kindle or Kindle Touch?
I'm a light reader who normally only ploughs through books when I'm on holiday. Which is better for my needs, a Kindle or Kindle Touch? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver at 4:47 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by mr_silver at 4:47 AM PST - 28 comments
How do I keep a friendship meaningful when it clearly requires me to distance myself emotionally?
I'm seriously stuck about my feelings for my best friend. How do I distance myself emotionally when the feelings of attachment are so intense that I can no longer concentrate enough on myself? [more inside]
When was "too little stress" ever a problem?!
I need some help with motivation. I work best to set-in-stone deadlines which I will be in trouble if I do not meet. Unfortunately my current job doesn't work that way. I'm finding myself rather unproductive these days and I don't like it. [more inside]
Discretion Vs. Lying?
A newish friend recently showed profound misjudgment in their personal life. I truly love this friend. I am sad. Please help me think this through. [more inside]
posted by SockyMcSockyPants at 3:16 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by SockyMcSockyPants at 3:16 AM PST - 48 comments
Fruits and veggies for a cold, shadowy place
This year I'm trying container gardening for the first time. I've planted some indoors stuff (peppers, physalis, chervil) and am waiting for the shoots to come up. Tomato seeds are on the way (hopefully).
I live in Amsterdam (think NYC climate) in an apartment, and I've got a teensie tiny (30cm by 2m / 1' by 7') french balcony facing southeast that I'm going to try to make the most of. At the back (southwest), I've got much more space (about 3m2/27 sq ft), but due to the surrounding buildings it's almost always shadowy and drafty there. I'd really like to make use of this space though, seems like a waste not to. Any ideas what plants I could try growing there?
(Please don't say salad. I hate salad.)
posted by Skyanth at 2:15 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Skyanth at 2:15 AM PST - 15 comments
Is it fat deposit?
I had a nodular acne in my neck about a week ago. It was reddish and painful, but I didn't do anything about it and waited until it subsided. Now my problem is, it looks as if it left fat deposit/lump in my neck (more like internal). It's not painful but it worries me if it is just really deposit or enlarged lymph nodes.
My appointment with a dermatologist is not until Monday, so any ideas how to get rid of it? I doubt it's lymph node though but I am not sure either.
how to get close to a shy guy
Tips for getting to know an introverted, smart guy better? [more inside]
posted by bearette at 1:04 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bearette at 1:04 AM PST - 6 comments
Hassle-free backup for MySQL under Windows
Looking for recommendations for an automated MySQL backup solution a Windows-only shop will be comfortable with. [more inside]
What's the cheapest, easiest way to offer monthly wireless broadband for a granny with a laptop?
My grandma lives in Las Vegas and got her hands on a MacBook Pro, but doesn't have a cell phone, digital cable, or any kind of Internet access. She lives on a very small Social Security payment, but wants to access the web to see her grandkids. What's the most affordable, simplest option currently available for cheap wireless broadband in Vegas (Zip code 89121) with a USB modem? [more inside]
Car handbrake - first gear too?
Is it necessary these days for a car parked on a hill to be put in first gear, as well as engaging the hand brake?
posted by devnull at 12:14 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by devnull at 12:14 AM PST - 23 comments
April 11
Identify this poem about a train ride?
Help me identify a poem? It was about a train ride, I think it described the view through the train window, and I think it was written in dactyls. (It had a rhythm to it that felt like a train ride.)
posted by Bufo_periglenes at 11:15 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Bufo_periglenes at 11:15 PM PST - 10 comments
OkNotSoCupid
I'm a finicky dater. Should I give up on online dating? [more inside]
posted by aintthattheway at 10:25 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by aintthattheway at 10:25 PM PST - 38 comments
Student Loans and Off-Campus Housing
Mechanics of student loans: How do you route money from private student loans disbursed to the college to private landlords when using off-campus housing? [more inside]
posted by blue_wardrobe at 9:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 9:37 PM PST - 5 comments
I'm Slow Due to a Blow to my Toe. Doh!
Toe injury advice requested from people who are not my doctor. [more inside]
posted by Garm at 8:44 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Garm at 8:44 PM PST - 20 comments
Picture of Steve Jobs' spiral-bound speaker notes?
I once saw a photo of the physical speaker notes Steve Jobs used when doing a keynote. I'm pretty sure it was spiral-bound, and showed timing directions for every slide, every transition, etc. Does anyone know where I can find that photo again? Thanks!
posted by jragon at 8:41 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jragon at 8:41 PM PST - 2 comments
We're going to be road tripping this summer from San Francisco to Los Angeles (Disneyland, specifically) and need your best tips!
We're going to be road tripping this summer from San Francisco to Los Angeles (Disneyland, specifically) and need your best tips! [more inside]
Need Help So I Can Be Good At Art
I'm looking for a list of all (or most) of the paintings exhibited at the 1893 Chicago Worlds' Fair, and have so far come up with nothing. Does such a list exist? And where could I find it? [more inside]
posted by DeltaZ113 at 8:02 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by DeltaZ113 at 8:02 PM PST - 7 comments
And this is what kept our fathers and what keeps us surviving.
What do we know about the origins of vehi she'amda from the Passover haggadah? [more inside]
posted by spbmp at 7:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by spbmp at 7:44 PM PST - 5 comments
That's going to leave a mark.
What is this web comic? Single page with multiple panels. Artwork similar to Penny Arcade. Guy is trying to convince his skeptical buddy to play 40K. Buddy is convinced once he realizes that his army is equipped with chain swords (swords with chain saws for blades rather than sharp edges) at which point buddy is over the top enthusiastic and can't wait to get started. [more inside]
posted by Mitheral at 7:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Mitheral at 7:44 PM PST - 2 comments
Instrumental Rock to Write To?
I'm looking for album or track suggestions along the lines of Doves' Instrumentals of Rust or their track Firesuite. Special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by Benjy at 7:41 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Benjy at 7:41 PM PST - 5 comments
Are there online communities that charge one time fee?
Need the knowledge of the collective hive: Trying to find another example of an online community that charges a single one-time joining fee for new users, like MetaFilter does. (We know that MetaFilter is unique in so many ways, is this yet another?) [more inside]
How do I tactfully withdraw my internship application to a past employer?
How do I tactfully withdraw my internship application to a past employer? [more inside]
Lose without being a loser
I'm trying to go from a mostly sedentary person who, frankly, is greedy, to someone who enjoys exercise and eats well. But working in an office full of gymbunnies and no-carbers is making it surprisingly hard... [more inside]
AIO that prints and scans both sides
How do we find a cell phone plan that will meet our needs when we move to Canada?
Help us find a cell phone solution given that we are moving in 6 months (and we can't wait that long to replace our current Verizon phones) [more inside]
cover letter or not?
Should I include a cover letter when submitting a story to a literary magazine? [more inside]
How do I snack on a carbless diet?
We're doing the no-starch/grains/refined sugars thing. Help me from going crazy from lack of snacks. [more inside]
Swimmingfilter: looking for tips to look good for and after my swimming lessons
Swimmingfilter: looking for tips to look good for and after my swimming lessons [more inside]
posted by heartofglass at 4:38 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by heartofglass at 4:38 PM PST - 10 comments
Metafilter: Powered by Snark
What was the first use of the "Powered by X" phrase? [more inside]
Stop filling up my email inbox with AOL chats
I've recently started using AOL Instant Messenger very frequently at work. (FOR work! I swear!) My username is my email address. AOL now frequently (though not always) sends my IM conversations to my email, which is filling up my inbox. How do make this stop?
Midtown at night
What is the atmosphere of Midtown in Houston at night? Would someone with a small frame who doesn't know karate feel safe walking their dog before bedtime there?
Arabic classical music question
Arabic classical music question. [more inside]
Birds in a Treeless City
Looking for information about birds in Asia that were discovered making nests out of pieces of hardare, because there were no trees left. [more inside]
Real bread from nothing but rice?
Has anyone tried making gluten-free bread with the Sanyo Gopan bread maker? This is a machine that takes in whole raw rice and mills it into bread in the machine. [more inside]
posted by ambrosen at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ambrosen at 2:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Two girls and a Therapist's Office
Is it a bad idea to have the same counselor as your best friend? [more inside]
Sick Twisted Short Film
Looking for this mind-bending animated short film I saw a couple years ago. [more inside]
posted by ElmerFishpaw at 2:31 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by ElmerFishpaw at 2:31 PM PST - 2 comments
I was ahead of the gaming tech curve once, but now I don't get it. What can I play?
I don't get PC game requirements; I seem to have a mental block on the issue, and I don't think I'm going to get it. I've never had one of those fancy "video card" things. HL2 and Portal work great on my laptop, Bio-shock is sluggish to the point where its playable but I won't bother. What games that were state-of-the-art at the time, but are now older, can I play? [more inside]
posted by longtime_lurker at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by longtime_lurker at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I overcome the limitations of my upbringing and make Ayran palatable?
How Do I Quit Working For A Friend and Stay Friends
How do I tell a friend I can't work as much for them anymore without really harming the friendship? [more inside]
How to handle not getting paid?
The people I work with are great but I've now missed multiple paychecks. Has anyone been in this situation before? What is your advice on how to best deal? [more inside]
Who is this Seattle eccentric?
Help me identify an eccentric artist that gave tours of his house in Seattle around the year 2000. He was obsessed with a number (four or five, maybe) and had many conditions for his tours that hinged upon that number (i.e. needing four people to tour the property, and tours being available in four minute or four hour duration). He might have gone by "[first name] Art".
posted by a box and a stick and a string and a bear at 2:01 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by a box and a stick and a string and a bear at 2:01 PM PST - 1 comment
Rainy Days and Mondays
I am looking for a messenger bag or backpack that will be good for bus/bike commuting in the rain, i.e. will keep my lunch, reading material, and spare clothing dry whilst I am getting soaked. I would also prefer it to be durable and green.
Help me not be dispurpleheartened?
Tell me how to work a chunk of purpleheart wood. [more inside]
Drug abuse, recovery, sex addiction and children.
Someone very close to me is a recovering meth user with 3 small children, her latest baby daddy is a recovering alcoholic who is also convicted rapist albeit on parole now. I am having some concerns about her and the kids but am at a loss as to what I should or even can do.... [more inside]
posted by yodelingisfun at 1:40 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by yodelingisfun at 1:40 PM PST - 23 comments
Beautiful, upbeat websites?
Know any ungendered, artful, well designed, and relentlessly positive/upbeat websites? [more inside]
Resume soup
Academic (but non-PhD) job filter: How to list a previous job when I was affiliated with several institutions performing similar, but not same duties at each? [more inside]
Just beginning my journey into the wonderful world of accountancy, and I'm lost already.
Hello everyone! Once again I am turning to AskMeFi for advice. The gist of it is: I'm a recent UK-based graduate in a non-finance discipline, and decided to make the move into finance and accounting. So far I have completed the three foundation modules of ACCA International, and am about to start studying for the upcoming F4 exam... and I've started to look for relevant jobs. Of course, the problem is experience (lack of). I've never had a direct finance job, and most positions (including entry-level ones [don't get me wrong; I know it's a long road and I'm barely at the start!]) seem to demand at least 2 years' experience. So, what to do? [more inside]
Can you help me find this puzzle/interactive fiction website?
I'm looking for a website I found years ago that combined prose and pictures to create a series of puzzles, but I do not remember what it was called. The notable thing about it was that it had 12 puzzles, and they are dispensed to you weekly, with a story and master puzzle arcing across all twelve, leaving you with a 3 month interactive experience. Does this ring any bells? [more inside]
posted by shovel_mage at 1:23 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by shovel_mage at 1:23 PM PST - 4 comments
iPad 3: Is it worth it?
I currently use an HP Touchpad running Android ICS. I've come to love having a tablet and the HP does most of what I need. But I've been thinking of upgrading to the iPad 3. Worth it? Pros/Cons? [more inside]
Showtunes Playlist
Can someone help me build a Broadway-themed playlist for a party? [more inside]
posted by Holygrail2 at 1:02 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Holygrail2 at 1:02 PM PST - 13 comments
Yes, I Smiled, But I'm Still Not Choosing 'Pets and Animals'...
Footwear vs fashion vs kink: organic/edible shoe polishes and treatments, or home-made alternatives? [more inside]
Lies, damned lies and statistics?
I'm trying to find the primary source of a much-repeated, but somewhat dubious, statistic. [more inside]
posted by Skeptic at 12:57 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Skeptic at 12:57 PM PST - 18 comments
And this button unlocks *a lot* of doors
Two of my neighbors have had objects stolen from their Toyotas (three cars in total), with no signs of a break-in and no alarm going off. Aside from the obvious "perhaps someone has a copy of the keys", any suggestions as to how they're doing it? [more inside]
Psychiatrists I know. Primary care physicians... not so much. Help?
Stupid question filter... I honestly do not know what to expect or do with a primary care physician. [more inside]
posted by patheral at 12:54 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by patheral at 12:54 PM PST - 10 comments
INSTAGRAM WILL MAKE MONEY???
Successful we acquisitions, do they happen? [more inside]
posted by Patbon at 12:52 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Patbon at 12:52 PM PST - 13 comments
I'll take the red pill or the blue one. But not five of each.
So what's the cheapest route for custom vitamins? [more inside]
Program for detecting whether a song is instrumental?
Is there a programmatic way to detect whether a given song is exclusively instrumental? [more inside]
Not helpful to only read the first few words
How can I wordwrap in GCal in the new look? [more inside]
Does this seem like a virus threat?
I purchased some software recently from a company txf.express designed to help create an 8949 form for stock trades.
It seemed that it was improperly calculating a few numbers, and upon my questioning the software creator asked for my trading history to review the data and look for errors.
He then sent me a .piz file and asked that I rename it to a .zip file and open it for a properly functioning program.
My limited understanding is that " if you receive a piz file in an email and you are not familiar with the person who is sending it or are unsure of why they are sending it, do not change it to a zip file and try opening it. This could result in infecting your system with a computer virus."
Are their legitimate reasons why he should be sending a piz file and asking me to rename it?
Did Nietzsche actually say this?
"And those who were seen dancing were thought insane by those who could not hear the music." Did Nietzsche actually say this? What work is it from? [more inside]
posted by vanitas at 12:08 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by vanitas at 12:08 PM PST - 3 comments
What is this gas grill fitting?
What is this gas grill fitting? (the bright brass one at top with 3 orifices) [more inside]
posted by randomkeystrike at 11:56 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by randomkeystrike at 11:56 AM PST - 7 comments
Let's not have a facial twitch, please
As of sometime yesterday afternoon, I now have a small but visible twitch in the center of my upper lip. Not a fan. What can I do to help make it go away again? [more inside]
How to choose an IT person
The best IT person for the job. How to choose one from a small pool to handle IT stuff for a very small NH town. [more inside]
I don't want to pre-clean for the cleaning lady, either
I am a chubby (5'6", sz 14-16), out-of-shape lady living in thin-and-super-fit New York City. I want to lose weight and get back in shape, and I would like to do that by going to exercise classes — zumba, yoga, spinning, pilates, boxing, whatever — but I don't want to go to a class that's going to make me feel like crap about my weight. [more inside]
Where can I have 40 people sit down for lunch in downtown San Francisco?
What's a good, quiet place for lunch in downtown San Francisco near the Hilton Union Square? Needs to accommodate 35 to 40 people (divided into 5 or 6 groups if possible) who will be chatting over reasonably priced food (with a vegetarian option) for about 90 minutes starting at noon. [more inside]
Armband recommendations for a iPod touch 3G?
I would like to buy an armband to hold my 3rd generation iPod touch while jogging. I have tiny girl arms. Do you have a (preferably available on Amazon) recommendation?
posted by whitewall at 10:42 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by whitewall at 10:42 AM PST - 8 comments
Historical Tax Data - someone has it somewhere, right?
OMGTaxFilter question about historical tax costs.
Historical stock price research? Why can't a company keep track of it's own stock price? Why can't I look up an old stock cost price on a recently defunct stock ticker? [more inside]
posted by tilde at 10:40 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by tilde at 10:40 AM PST - 13 comments
What (possibly non-English) word describes deliberate, patient excellence?
What word would I used to describe an attitude of deliberate, patient excellence as in a craft or vocation? [more inside]
Gay male and gay male of color filter. How do I come to terms with my dating issues?
Gay male and gay male of color filter. How do I come to terms with my dating issues? [more inside]
posted by 314159 at 10:39 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by 314159 at 10:39 AM PST - 4 comments
What type of therapist should I look for if I am suffering from life-long imposter syndrome?
What type of therapist should I look for if I am suffering from life-long imposter syndrome? [more inside]
A taxing situation
Looking for some tax help ! We refinanced a mortgage last April, going from a traditional bank to a savings & loan. During the process, we also closed the bank line of credit and opened a new one at the S&L. The bank held an escrow, but the S&L does not. My 1099 from the S&L has a modest earned interest amount for the period of April - December, but the bank's 1099 is more than 10x that amount. Is this due to the escrow, or is this a mistake ?
posted by lobstah at 10:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by lobstah at 10:19 AM PST - 5 comments
Fighting Child Sex Slavery via ActionScript
I am creating a Flash presentation for a fundraiser combatting child sex slavery. It will show a stopwatch, and every two minutes a number will increment showing how many children have been taken. I have it all put together in Flash CS4, but am a visual design person flummoxed on making the script for incrementing the dynamic text by 1 every 120 seconds. Any actionscripters out there who can advise will be helping a fantastic cause. Thanks!
How to decorate a new marketing department?
How can I create an amazing work environment for my employees? Moving to a new building and I have a blank slate for office layout, design and decor. [more inside]
Tasty wedding cocktails!
Wedding Cocktails: looking for recommendations, and a question about pre-mixing (and storing) alcohol. [more inside]
Help two New Yorkers navigate 3 days in Chicago
We're going to Chicago this weekend! Despite a 50% chance of rain (BOO) I am determined to have an awesome time. We will be staying in Wicker Park and plan to rely mainly on bikes and the L to get around. We aim to eat, shop and explore. Where do we start? [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 9:24 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 9:24 AM PST - 15 comments
How do you keep track of all server and network config changes?
Help me find a way to keep track of server configuration changes and updates! [more inside]
posted by bellastarr at 9:20 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bellastarr at 9:20 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I moth-proof my closet?
Who is today's Asimov?
Fans of popular science writing: who is the 21st century's Isaac Asimov? [more inside]
Tell me about hemangioma and mangiosarcoma in dogs
Tell me about your experience with hemangioma and hemangiosarcoma in dogs. [more inside]
Oversize adjustable wall-mounted standing desk
How do I safely mount my giant desk on the wall? [more inside]
posted by quasistoic at 8:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by quasistoic at 8:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Advice for a seasonal allergy newbie
My 3 year old seems to have seasonal allergies now. (As of about 5 days ago, NYC-area.) I don't have them and his father's were adult-onset, so I don't really know how to minimize them at such a young age. Should we be keeping windows closed at all times? Get an indoor air filter? Avoid going outside at all on high pollen days? I'm not sure how much it should change our/his life going forward. [more inside]
posted by misoramen at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by misoramen at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
How do I persuade old guards to learn new tricks?
My new boss is totally different from my old boss. Help me persuade my colleagues not to hate him. [more inside]
posted by malusmoriendumest at 8:27 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by malusmoriendumest at 8:27 AM PST - 9 comments
Planning maternity leave: lump sum or gradual payout?
Maternity leave: did you space yours out over a year (if your place of employment offers that option)? How did it go? Did you regret not taking it all up front, or were there real hidden benefits? [more inside]
Cinderella goes to the ball...
Ritzy-ditzy gala, need a dress [more inside]
Why am making so many typos lately?
Why do I make more typos than I used to? [more inside]
Wi-Fi woes
Wi-Fi woes! [more inside]
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 8:01 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 8:01 AM PST - 6 comments
Waves of deer are entering my backyard at night and eating my roses. Help me defend my gorgeous flowers!
Waves of deer are entering my backyard at night and eating my roses. Help me defend my gorgeous flowers! [more inside]
posted by teedee2000 at 7:46 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by teedee2000 at 7:46 AM PST - 22 comments
How to deal with a lost money order?
How to deal with a lost money order? [more inside]
Any tips for dealing with depression while unemployed?
What can I do to improve and make the most out of my involuntary unemployment? I lost my job nearly six months ago, and though I started out optimistic and productive, depression and feelings of uselessness are starting to get the best of me. [more inside]
How to track the source of high-pitched audio interference?
I have high-pitched ringing in my the recording set-up of my new home voice recording studio (it seems to have a pulse, not steady, and occaionally disappears). Where should I start trying to get rid of it? [more inside]
posted by acm at 7:30 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by acm at 7:30 AM PST - 21 comments
Roadtrip from Michigan to The Grand Canyon in June. Help me make it awesome!
Looking for activities and places to stop on the way to the Grand Canyon in June. [more inside]
I'm putting my dentist's kids through college
Individual Dental Insurance. Is there such a thing, and is it affordable, and is it offered by someone other than Delta Dental? [more inside]
I would totally watch the Real Housewives of Astoria btw
What are the best practices in friendships with income disparities? [more inside]
posted by LeeLanded at 7:01 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by LeeLanded at 7:01 AM PST - 38 comments
What essentials do I need for spring camping in Ontario?
I'm going camping in Algonquin Park in the first week in May. It's going to be cold. What do I need to bring to stay warm? [more inside]
posted by iona at 6:57 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by iona at 6:57 AM PST - 11 comments
Interesting, thought-provoking, intellectual podcasts - 2012 version - recommendations?
Interesting, thought-provoking, intellectual podcasts - 2012 version - recommendations? I have seen the past threads on MetaFilter about this very topic, but they are a bit old, and I was wondering if anyone had discovered some great podcasts over the last few years.
For me, I love Marc Maron, Answer Me This! is fun, big on Joe Rogan's podcast. But there are some gaps over the course of the work week, and I love to learn and listen to stimulating, thought-provoking conversation.
I'm fine thanks for asking, oh wait, you didn't.
How to deal with a best friend who brings you down. I feel like a bad friend even asking this question. [more inside]
posted by MayNicholas at 6:50 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by MayNicholas at 6:50 AM PST - 30 comments
Top 10 all time displays of Condescension
Three people, in the last year or so, have independtly observed that my tone of voice portrays a condescending air of superiorty.
In additional to general comments about this, I am specifically interested in video examples of both ends of the spectrum, both condescending, and the opposite. I've experimented in the pub, and my playful attempts to fake humility are generally rumbled. But I'm interested in adding this string to my bow .
I can't print black and white.
Odd printing issue for a HP Officejet 4500 Wireless; using old or new cartridges, black won't print and colour is distorted. Pictures of diagnostic pages inside along with what I've done so far. [more inside]
posted by By The Grace of God at 6:35 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by By The Grace of God at 6:35 AM PST - 3 comments
Seeking an Obscure Peruvian or Bolivian Traditonal Pan Flute Music Album
Ready for a doozy, Metafilter? I am looking for a specific Peruvian or Bolivian album from the early or mid 1990s, and I don’t know the name of the artist or the name of the album. [more inside]
How do relationships work when one person has limited time and the other has ADHD?
My availability is minimal, and my absolutely wonderful boyfriend is a fairly bad planner (due to ADHD)...how do we go about making sure that we see each other without me feeling like I'm controlling and him trying to see somewhat into the future to make a plan? [more inside]
How can I help myself when I don't deserve help?
How do I help myself when I feel like I don't deserve it? [more inside]
Having trouble restoring Mac OS X system software
Please help me restore Mac OS on my wife's MacBook! I am pulling my hair out. [more inside]
posted by Dr. Wu at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Dr. Wu at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
Assume I know nothing.
For various reasons, I've become interested in Mexican history. Can you recommend good books that cover the pre-Colonial and Colonial eras (or any other interesting period)? I want something that's reasonably entertaining, if it exists. Interesting histories of Brazil would be cool too. Thanks!
What benefits does obtaining Irish citizenship have for a UK citizen?
What benefits does obtaining Irish citizenship have for a UK citizen? [more inside]
posted by sarahdal at 3:34 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by sarahdal at 3:34 AM PST - 16 comments
I fall over, down, across and occasionally off things a lot. Help me improve my balance?
Is there anything out there to help me improve my balance, something that starts off easy, since even attempting to balance on one foot almost always results in me falling and/or getting rug burns? [more inside]
April 10
ipod issue
Problems loading songs on my Ipod Touch. [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:17 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:17 PM PST - 3 comments
Does Limping Hurt?
Our 10 year old Australian Cattle dog, Zoe, has arthritis. She limps if she plays too hard or goes on too long of a walk. She is taking high quality supplements. What's the best way to proceed? [more inside]
Is there such a thing as a quality USB hub?
Is there such a thing as a quality USB hub? [more inside]
Scam or just incredibly stupid botnet herder?
Internet scam details, more info needed [more inside]
What is it like to have/witness the decline of/lose a dearly loved grandparent?
What is it like to have/witness the decline of/lose a dearly loved grandparent? [more inside]
posted by peppermintfreddo at 10:31 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by peppermintfreddo at 10:31 PM PST - 19 comments
Business start up ideas
New Business Ideas and what to do with them [more inside]
Kindle repair in India
Where to get a broken Kindle screen fixed in India? [more inside]
Protecting muscles and joints from further injury
Bad calf injury of some sort. Must get up and down stairs once a day, three days in a row. Strategies for minimizing the pain (and potential damage) of this? [more inside]
posted by kalapierson at 9:40 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by kalapierson at 9:40 PM PST - 12 comments
Lost key drama
I recently volunteered at a place, sent the key by mail, and now it's lost. The place is threatening to file a police report. What can I do? [more inside]
Knitting without a pattern?
What is this style of knitting called and how can I make something in a similar style? [more inside]
Do you keep bags around to puke in?
How do women in a corporate environment, surrounded by men, who share an office FAR from any sinks or bathrooms deal with all-day morning sickness? [more inside]
How do I prevent myself from taking things too seriously?
How do I prevent myself from taking things too seriously? [more inside]
Did giving hormonal birth control another go fuck up my cycles forever?
Long shot: would taking hormonal birth control (HBC) for several weeks continue to affect my premenstrual moods for several months? [more inside]
Can you get a job with a prostitution arrest?
Can you get a job with a prostitution arrest? [more inside]
I need help restoring an iPhone backup.
I need help restoring an old iPhone backup to a new phone. [more inside]
posted by Pruitt-Igoe at 7:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Pruitt-Igoe at 7:01 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I find you if I don't even know your name?
Help me remember a pair of sci-fi/drama movies a friend recommended several years ago that I've now forgotten the titles of. [more inside]
posted by byanyothername at 6:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by byanyothername at 6:51 PM PST - 4 comments
Check out this checkpoint
What can we do to make a really awesome checkpoint for a live action street chase game? [more inside]
posted by bibliogrrl at 6:44 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by bibliogrrl at 6:44 PM PST - 19 comments
I love you, but...
Do healthy, happy couples ever have periods where one or the other feels the ennui of "I love you, but I'm not in love with you?" If so, how do they resolve it? How do they decide if it's worth resolving?
How to write about real people
In writing about my experiences as a hospice volunteer, I am wondering what is both my legal and ethical responsibility in protecting the identity of the patients and their families. [more inside]
Track listing of 1987 McDonalds Cassette series Rockin' Gold
Has anyone come across a 4-cassette series released by McDonalds in 1987? The series was called "Rockin' Gold". Two of the cassettes were called Lovin' Gold and Summer Classics. If you can help me locate a listing of the tracks (oldies like Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow) then I can reconstruct this great playlist. Thanks!
How do I get proxy served?
I'm overseas and want to purchase and download an e-book, but the site apparently blocks those outside the U.S. from doing so. Can I get around this? [more inside]
How does a spendthrift reform herself?
I'm throwing myself over a financial cliff. Help me stop. [more inside]
How do I get audio streaming Netflix to my tv?
How can I get audio while streaming Netflix through my PC to my tv? [more inside]
Why can't I connect to the internet?
I just moved. Everyone in the house can connect to the wi-fi. I can not. Am I missing something? [more inside]
I don't know anything about their race, history, or culture, but I'm sure they stand for everything we stand against.
Oddball American history question: Who was the worst Secretary of State? [more inside]
posted by Ndwright at 6:09 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Ndwright at 6:09 PM PST - 12 comments
How old was your child when the read the Lord of the Rings?
How old was your child when they first read (or were read) "Lord of the Rings?" [more inside]
Open Office Problems
I'm using Open Office Impress for a powerpoint, and I accidentally clicked on a chart icon. How do I get back to my presentation? [more inside]
Google Checkout Catch-22
How can I make changes to a Google Checkout account when the tabs that have all the settings (including Settings) are MIA and Google is telling me they can't help me because they claim my Merchant ID and my account email don't match!? [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 5:05 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by terrapin at 5:05 PM PST - 2 comments
What IT conferences should I budget this year?
What IT/programming/technology type conferences should I try to go to this year (June 2012 - June 2013)? I have to come up with a list of 3 by Thursday for my manager! [more inside]
How do white iPhones look after a year of use?
Has anyone had a white iPhone for at least a year or so? They look so pretty in the ads. I wonder how they hold up in real life. [more inside]
Famous pan flute solos in pop
I'm looking for famous pan-flute solos in pop music. [more inside]
Upstairs, downstairs: Advice on walking please!
If you've improved your ability to walk down stairs or down escalator steps, how did you do it? [more inside]
How do I handle seeing a doctor about depression or anxiety medication?
How do I handle seeing a doctor about depression or anxiety medication? [more inside]
String Up My String Trimmer
I need advice on loading and threading the string on a gas-powered weed-eater/string trimmer. I have owned many of them in my adult life, and either they all suck, or I'm doing something fundamentally wrong. [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee at 3:11 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by aabbbiee at 3:11 PM PST - 17 comments
Please suggest a good quality numbing cream that I can use for getting a tattoo
Please suggest a good quality numbing cream that I can use for getting a tattoo in a painful area of my body. [more inside]
posted by sockpim at 3:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sockpim at 3:06 PM PST - 11 comments
What's the best way to prevent leaks when nailing into the roof?
I want to attach a weathervane to a rooftop. To prevent roof leaks after screwing through the shingles, what should I do? Silicone? Washers? My dry attic thanks you in advance for the advice.
If not insulin, that what is the magic word?
Why can't brain cells collect glucose in a concentration from the blood or how do the cells break it down? [more inside]
posted by JujuB at 2:11 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JujuB at 2:11 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me rebuild my credit.
How do I rebuild my credit? [more inside]
A Better Brand of Bubblegum
Fun but not vacuous, positive, current pop for my Katie Perry, Nicki Minaj obsessed 9 and 10 year old daughters. Help me guide their musical tastes toward the eclectic and sophisticated, while still being young, poppy, and fun. [more inside]
Batteries for my phone
How risky (or not) is it to buy non OEM batteries off of ebay from china for my cellphone? [more inside]
looking to release my inner hippie ...
Bohemian/hippie clothing stores around NYC? [more inside]
help find a west genesee high school yearbook 1995 1996
Can someone help me acquire a West Genesee Senior High School yearbook from 1995 or 1996? [more inside]
posted by germdisco at 1:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by germdisco at 1:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Should I help out a company that treated me very badly in the past?
Should I help out a company that treated me very badly in the past? Or should my sanity and I just walk away completely? [more inside]
posted by chatelaine at 1:08 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by chatelaine at 1:08 PM PST - 26 comments
A 1% run on the banks
If the "top 1%" pulled their money out of the banking system and stored it in, say, a shoebox (a LARGE shoebox, I guess), would that crash the entire financial system of the country? What if only, say, Warren Buffet or Oprah pulled their money out? Would it have any effect on our banks?
What are some old proprietary file formats that have become unreadable?
What are some old proprietary file formats that have become unreadable due to the vendor going bust, withdrawing support, losing documentation, or otherwise disappearing? [more inside]
How can I minimize without being a minimalist?
I'm ready to downsize, and I know how to use a garbage bag, photos of souvenirs and the "haven't worn it in a year" methods, but what else is there? What works for you? [more inside]
Write or flight?
Quit-my-job-Filter: Some long-simmering animosities between my boss and me have just come to a full-rage boil, and I need to leave my full-time journalism job as soon—and as safely—as possible. [more inside]
Is My Letter Lost?
I mailed a letter from DC eight days ago. As of today, the letter still hasn't arrived in Phoenix. Is it lost? [more inside]
Mild Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome
Wondering whether I might have mild androgen insensitivity syndrome and that it may play a role in my sexual orientation. I haven't turned much up on this on Google. Does anyone have any expertise on the subject? [more inside]
How to determine relationship between two dimensions of a 3 x 3 frequency matrix?
Could someone help me to analyze statistical relationship between two dimensions of a frequency matrix - preferably in Excel? [more inside]
posted by Susurration at 12:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Susurration at 12:16 PM PST - 10 comments
I will participating in a speech competition early next week and I am feeling extremely anxious. Help?
I will participating in a speech competition early next week and I am feeling extremely anxious. Help? [more inside]
Take Me Out, Loser
[Fiction filter] A bunch of guys are sitting around a bar, watching their major league baseball team lose a game on TV. They're moaning and groaning about it. So...what are they saying? [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 11:57 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 11:57 AM PST - 33 comments
Therapy: am I doing it wrong?
Therapy is going okay so far...but should it really just be me rambling for an hour every week? [more inside]
posted by devotion+doubt at 11:40 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by devotion+doubt at 11:40 AM PST - 19 comments
How can I transition into a full time intense job?
Help me be awesome at my new professional job and not revert into secretary mode.
I need help transitioning from freelancer/tele-commuter/former office monkey into a real career woman. Also, some class angst! [more inside]
posted by lollipopgomez at 11:34 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by lollipopgomez at 11:34 AM PST - 3 comments
How to challenge an unfair insurance claim
My girlfriend bumped the wing mirror of a car while parking. She is getting stung for way more damage. What to do? [more inside]
posted by Conductor71 at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Conductor71 at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me fix my experimental setup!
What type of pump do I need to buy to remove air from an animal cage and deliver it at a controlled rate to an experimental setup? [more inside]
I will never be Frida Kahlo .. but a girl can dream
In my fantasy life, I move to a remote area of the United States (like somewhere in New Mexico), buy a small home with a garden for tomatoes and herbs, wear long dresses, buy a faithful dog for a companion, write novels and take gorgeous, brooding young men for lovers. Please recommend to me some books with characters (real or fictional) who have lived this life.
posted by nubianinthedesert at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by nubianinthedesert at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
How to keep skirts from "walking up" tights when I'm walking
I enjoy wearing straight/pencil skirts with tights. If I walk more than a few steps though, the skirt fabric sort of gets caught on the tights (around my knees or quads), causing it to slowly creep up the front of my legs, and eventually bulge out at the crotch. Very...ungraceful. This seems to be true regardless of skirt length (above or below knee does the same), and regardless of skirt/tights fabric combinations. It doesn't happen if I go bare-legged. I've tried a variety of lengths of slips, and anti-static spray, but nothing has helped. What am I doing wrong?
do nude calendars sell?
I need ideas on ways to raise money to rebuild my life after being hurt in an accident. [more inside]
Video camera kit for recording conferences.
Please help me put together a video recording kit for my company, on a budget. [more inside]
How to Display Images Correctly Using Cargo Theme?
How can I get the Cargo theme (Tumblr) to display full-size images on the main page? [more inside]
How can I be a considerate driver behind bicyclists?
Specifics, please: how can I be a model considerate driver when I'm behind a bicyclist - especially in a park? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 10:45 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by kristi at 10:45 AM PST - 22 comments
Help! I lost most of my Chrome bookmarks
Help! I deleted most of my Chrome bookmarks (imported from Firefox, a few months ago, but edited quite a bit) when I was trying to rename that Folder. Is it possible to recover? Some will be in history, but what a job. I had resorted to a google search for how to edit bookmark folders, and found something awkward using left click (actually control-click on the Mac), and thought I was deleting a character , and boom, whole folder gone. I'm on an Imac running OS 10.5.8, if that is relevant.
posted by judybxxx at 10:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by judybxxx at 10:42 AM PST - 7 comments
Help us help kids play soccer (futbol!)
Best way to get a package to Belize (Dangriga/Hopkins) inexpensively? We want to help out the village futbol (soccer) team, but all the options look to break the bank... [more inside]
Is paying my taxes in installments a bad idea?
I have a bigger tax bill than I expected, and I'm wavering between putting it all on a credit card and using the IRS installment plan. Have you put your taxes on a credit card? Have you paid through an installment agreement? [more inside]
posted by ablazingsaddle at 10:38 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by ablazingsaddle at 10:38 AM PST - 21 comments
how do i toss financial documents easily?
i need to do a really deep cleaning of my living space. [more inside]
Recommended travel blogs
Looking for exceptional travel blogs that aren't just about travel--rather, blogs that have a specific focus, like mass transportation, green infrastructure, cycling etc., either within a country or across countries. [more inside]
UK Passports!
Am I eligible to get a British passport? [more inside]
Can you tell me about lasik in Philadelphia?
Have you had laser eye surgery in Philadelphia? Can you tell me your overall experiences? Can anyone tell me the approximate costs for the surgery and the normal year's worth of check-ups required, and can you recommend a provider in this area? [more inside]
Edutainment about computers
What educational children's shows have an episode about the internet and or computers in general? Episode name or number a bonus! [more inside]
Robot Jesus of the future
Looking for a short story I read 2 or 3 years ago about a robot who worked in a church, and started reading scripture, and was eventually killed by the townspeople because of it. [more inside]
posted by Gargantuantoe at 9:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Gargantuantoe at 9:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Evening activities at Inner Harbor or Fells Point
Things to do in the evening around Baltimore Harbor and Fells Point that aren't too raucous or super crowded? [more inside]
posted by Morrigan at 8:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Morrigan at 8:42 AM PST - 5 comments
A Book To Remember
So if you were going to read one book on the Titanic, which one would it be? [more inside]
YNMD: Trouble swallowing leads to endoscope, dilation, and biopsy. What happens next?
YNMD: Trouble swallowing leads to endoscope, dilation, and biopsy. What happens next? [more inside]
posted by elmonobonobo at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by elmonobonobo at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
Pre-tenure pregnancy?
Timing of pregnancy - pre or post-tenure? [more inside]
Corporate Question
Our department is small among many departments in the company. We are not very highly perceived, although this is not the truth. How could we improve that.
Stuff. On my eyelids. How does it work?
What are your favorite eyeshadow/makeup tutorials? [more inside]
This lid is a stye!
Please recommend OTC products/at-home treatments and preventive measures for recurring eye styes and eyelid issues. Gross details within! [more inside]
Radio City MH Parking
Driving into NYC to see a show at Radio City MH tonight from two hours upstate. What's the best way to park? [more inside]
posted by alexandermatheson at 7:28 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by alexandermatheson at 7:28 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me liberate myPhone
Now that AT&T is unlocking iPhones under limited circumstances, I'd like to know if anyone has any foolproof ways to do an end run around their restrictions in order to unlock my under-contract iPhone 4S. [more inside]
Fouls in the box
Soccer/Football refereeing question: When watching soccer games on television I often see an immense amount of clear fouls happening in the box when there are corner kicks being taken. Why don't referees blow these fouls more often?
Going paperless at home. Need a software to organize all digital documents
I am going paperless at home and I need some program that will take care of digitized stuff with tagging. [more inside]
Annual job review problem.
Please help me raise my concerns yet not dig myself into a hole. How do I word my annual job review? [more inside]
What should I get my sister for her law school graduation?
My sister is graduating from law school. I've just realized I should probably get her a gift. But what?! [more inside]
Information on refugees and academic credentialing
Is anyone familiar with post-resettlement transferring of credentials for refugees? Would you happen to know of any relevant documents, articles, legislation, etc.? [more inside]
posted by Papagayo at 4:05 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Papagayo at 4:05 AM PST - 3 comments
Ovulation pain, or are you just happy to see me?
Ovulation pain, or are you just happy to see me? [more inside]
What is too much sugar doing to my body?
Please scare the hell out of me with regard to sugar. I maintain a healthy BMI, cycle 100km+ a week and eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. My diet is primarily vegetarian with the occasional meal of fish. I also eat a metric crap-tonne of chocolate and other sugary foods. What specific health risks is my high sugar consumption exposing me to and how can I cut back? [more inside]
posted by embrangled at 2:06 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by embrangled at 2:06 AM PST - 44 comments
What are some creepy dance tracks?
What are some creepy, disturbing, scary, eerie DANCE tracks? [more inside]
where to find good quality jpegs of awesome contemporary art?
contemporaryartfilter: please help me find some awesome, high resolution contemporary art images for my apple screensaver! [more inside]
Make friends, get benefits
What types of friends come with unique benefits? [more inside]
Want to feel proud of my to-done
I'm looking for a to-do list app that holds on to a list of done tasks [more inside]
posted by Gilbert at 12:06 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Gilbert at 12:06 AM PST - 10 comments
April 9
Why is my Windows XP telling me that the current user account is not recognised?
For the past month or so, my Windows XP SP3 gives me the message "The current user account is not recognised. Restart the computer and then open User Accounts." whenever I try to open User Accounts. The problem is not resolved by restarting, but is temporarily eliminated by logging off and logging back in. It reappears on restart. Why is this happening? [more inside]
posted by Senza Volto at 11:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Senza Volto at 11:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Bath Mat With Rocks In
How do I clean a bath mat made of rocks and felt? [more inside]
Why isn't online dating working for me?
Online dating never seems to progress past the smalltalk stage. What am I doing wrong? Most men who message me never ask me out. I've sometimes done the asking, but nothing has come of it. I've had to repel a lot of unsavory advances, but other than that, I get no offers. And lately, nobody has messaged me at all. [more inside]
Wheatgrass for cancer?
Have you or anyone you've known had luck with an alternative cancer treatment - wheatgrass in particular? [more inside]
Massage Therapists, What Are You DOING?
More often than not, when I get a massage, the practitioner spends what feels like a ridiculous amount of time near the end just firmly cradling my head in their hands (while sitting behind me while I'm face-up). This has happened during most of the Western-style massages I've gotten at fancy spas, cheap utilitarian saunas, and woo-woo yoga studios alike, and it doesn't seem to matter what sort of massage I request (I tend to request deep tissue, though there's great variation in what that actually gets me). What on Earth are they doing? Why do they do it for so long? And how can I ask for a massage that uses that time to knead my ouchy bits rather than cradle my head while I lie there half-asleep, half-annoyed?
posted by rhiannonstone at 9:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by rhiannonstone at 9:43 PM PST - 10 comments
*sniff*
How do I deal with semi-mandatory long hours without snapping at my coworkers? [more inside]
posted by annie o at 8:57 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by annie o at 8:57 PM PST - 11 comments
Sorrel. So much delicious, delicious sorrel.
Sorrel. So much delicious sorrel. What to do with it? [more inside]
I think that I was scammed for two months' rent ($4,200) in NYC -- what can I do?
So I've found myself in a bit of a sticky situation and need advice. I recently subleased a studio in Manhatttan for a couple of months (April and May) from a guy ("John") whose lease expires at the end of May. He seems like a decent, reliable guy. He said that he's moving back home for a while to start a company (different state), and that he recently quit his job (financial services industry, upon looking him up myself). On move-in day, after helping him pack his car, he gave me the keys and was on his way. [more inside]
Where to host an afternoon of boardgaming in Austin?
Where in Austin can I host 25-45 people for boardgaming between 1-6 PM that will cost me less than $300? [more inside]
Parts of me are actually brave and awesome. Not this part of me.
I've been riding a bike since I was six. Please help me learn how to ride a bike. Apologies for length. [more inside]
Natural Sorting in Microsoft Word
How do I sort paragraphs naturally in Microsoft Word 2007 for Windows? [more inside]
posted by dhens at 7:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dhens at 7:36 PM PST - 5 comments
Teach us how to garden!
Please help two novice gardeners keep our backyard as gorgeous as it seems like it's going to be. [more inside]
How to acquire the rights to The Nightman Cometh?
How would I acquire the rights to stage a local production of the stage adaptation of It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia's The Nightman Cometh?
posted by clcapps at 7:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by clcapps at 7:15 PM PST - 2 comments
Gift for a corporate gal.
Corporate ladies, help me pick an amazing gift for my newly corporate bff. [more inside]
If you liked 'Heart of Darkness', you'd also like this [poem, cartoon, and/or informational video].
Please suggest interesting, engaging possible short readings related to Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness' for a high school AP English class seminar, to be facilitated by an undergraduate student with some workshop-creation experience. It should be readable in a single homework assignment and possible to cover during a single class seminar. Other than that, it can be anything (poem, short story, etc). [more inside]
Where to send my resume at this point in my education?
I'm in community college for I.T. (associate's degree focused on network/sysadmin work, mostly). I have a valuable, but incomplete set of marketable skills at the moment. I have a good handle on how to market myself, but no clue as to who I should be directing my attention to job-search wise . What businesses would be interested in someone who is still in school, but has proven himself capable at an internship and is willing to work for cheap? [more inside]
Help my husband and I deal with a nasty divorce settlement issue.
Need a top-notch Seattle area divorce attorney recommendation for handling a post-divorce settlement dispute. Bonus points if the attorney accepts Microsoft employee legal insurance (ARAG). [more inside]
My harp will go on. Underwater. Glug glug.
How did harps come to be associated with (under)water? [more inside]
Ethicalfilter: I gave a generous one month notice at my day job and they are trying to suck me in for even longer.
Ethicalfilter: I gave a generous one month notice at my day job and they are trying to suck me in for even longer. [more inside]
Magic?
I'm being forced to visit Disney in September, for two and a half days. The rest of my family will be staying longer, so I get to pick what we do those two and a half days. My son is 5 and this is his first Disney "experience". What the heck do I select? [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 5:45 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by anastasiav at 5:45 PM PST - 23 comments
Sync fuel records across multiple iThings?
My wife and I both have iPhones. We also own two cars. We each drive either of the cars, depending on where we are going and how many kids we're taking. Is there an app that lets us sync fuel records for both cars between both phones, no matter who does the fill-up? How do we synchronize our records?
posted by Pater Aletheias at 5:42 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Pater Aletheias at 5:42 PM PST - 11 comments
In need of text splitter
Is there a text editor under Mac OS X which can split a plain text file using a string as delimiter? [more inside]
posted by yclipse at 5:15 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by yclipse at 5:15 PM PST - 19 comments
Are you a reformed malingerer? How did you quit?
I'm the boy who cried wolf! (or 'ouch'!) Help me stop, especially in light of the fact that this behavior has been positively reinforced at some points. [more inside]
Assistantships for professional master's degrees
How unusual is it to choose a professional Master's program without having an assistantship secured for the fall? [more inside]
Where can we go on a getaway from NYC?
Looking for a day trip from New York City this Thursday to Saturday. [more inside]
Can you help me debug the unreliable internet connectivity on my Android Samsung Galaxy S1?
Can you help me debug the unreliable internet connectivity on my Android Samsung Galaxy S1? [more inside]
How do we turn off all roaming, except email?
I'd like an explanation for how to turn off all data while roaming, except for push email. This includes anything that the GPS might use as well. As for emails, I only want to receive the body of the email and not have the phone download any attachments without my permission. I'd either like a good link or instructions for both an iPhone 4S and a Samsung Galaxy SII (Android). Thanks very much.
What font is used in the intertitles of Hitchcock's Champagne?
What font did Alfred Hitchcock use for the intertitles in his 1928 silent comedy Champagne? Sample here. Identifont and WhatTheFont have both failed me. I'm looking for a free replica or close match.
posted by Faint of Butt at 4:51 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Faint of Butt at 4:51 PM PST - 2 comments
How to get a replacement CA Driver's License in CO?
Son lost his CA driver's license in Colorado where he is a student (but not a driver). He has no other photo ID. CA DMV seems to require in person visit to get a replacement license. Can't get on a flight to come to CA without a photo ID. Any smart way of handling this?
posted by Edward L at 3:51 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Edward L at 3:51 PM PST - 17 comments
Breaking up is hard to do
I'm ending my marriage. How do I do it with kindness? [more inside]
Is post-mood episode cognitive impairment permanent?
Significant cognitive impairment following first major bipolar manic/mixed episode -- is it permanent? [more inside]
Major in Sanity.
I am either starting doctoral studies this fall or downsizing to a graduate student lifestyle in preparation for entering a program next fall (2013). What kind of living arrangement is likeliest to give me the best combination of economy and sanity? [more inside]
Horrifying but true
I'm looking for true crime longform articles online; preferably not behind paywalls. I've read just about everything in the crime category of longform.org. I also like "man released after proven innocent" and "real life in prison" stories. I'm all hooked up with Instapaper, Readability and a Kindle. And a nightlight. [more inside]
Help me with long-distance photoshoot location scouting in the Bay Area
I'm going to be in the Bay Area in early May and whilst I'm there I'm going to be shooting presskit photos of some local musicians. I'm looking for locations in which to shoot a Metal band; can the hive mind help me find some?
Difficultly level: No brick walls or rail tracks; motorised transport is not guaranteed; budget is exceedingly small [more inside]
What do I do with a brand-new car?
How do you "break in" a new car? [more inside]
Research recommondations for syphilis and prostitution in 19th-century Vienna
Research-filter: Looking for reading recommendations on two topics: 1) syphilis in the 19th (and very early 20th) century, particularly tabes dorsalis, and 2) prostitution in Vienna during the same time period. (More broadly: the experience of serious and/or terminal illness during the same period; bonus points for information about women, particularly the emotional trauma of chronic pain, losing one’s beauty/youth/sexuality, etc.) [more inside]
Where should my friends and I party in Elysian Park, Los Angeles.
Where should I go in Elysian Park, Los Angeles to celebrate my birthday? [more inside]
My best guess is that the Very Hungry Caterpillar is really terrifying.
Toddler nightmares: what helped you calm the shrieking beast? [more inside]
posted by sonika at 2:10 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by sonika at 2:10 PM PST - 35 comments
Will my laptop be safe if I commute to work on a mountain bike?
Will my laptop be safe if I commute to work on a mountain bike? The trail in question is 6 miles long, quite bumpy with sections passing through rocky (Dry) creek beds. [more inside]
Tips/stuff not to miss in Italy for a 2 week family trip?
Two weeks in Italy, from Rome north to Tuscany and back. Where to go? What to do? Where to stay? [more inside]
Questioning my decision to enter grad school. Now what?
I am stressing about my life post-graduate school. Special snowflake details after the jump. [more inside]
Pass go and collect kelly forceps!
How should I plan and make a surgical instruments board game? [more inside]
posted by OsoMeaty at 1:23 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by OsoMeaty at 1:23 PM PST - 10 comments
Cool luxury-ish hotel in Los Angeles?
The best splurgey place to stay in Los Angeles for a long girls weekend in June? [more inside]
Seeking model Animal Control Dept.
Is there any big city anywhere that has a really competent Animal Control Dept? [more inside]
posted by mmiddle at 1:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mmiddle at 1:11 PM PST - 7 comments
How do you avoid nightmares?
Sleep eludes me as the anniversary of a violent crime looms. Is there anything I can do to keep the nightmares from ruining my entire week? [more inside]
Where should I stop on my road trip?
I'm planning a week-long summer road trip starting in Chicago and working my way around lake Erie with major stops including Cleveland, Niagara Falls, Toronto and perhaps Detroit on the way back. What significant destinations/attractions should I consider? Specific interests inside. [more inside]
Who can help me with disability insurance claims?
I’m looking for advice on dealing with with employer provided disability insurance. I’m out of work due to illness, and I am having trouble navigating the disability insurance provided by my employer. Do I hire a lawyer? Are there other people that I can hire to help on my behalf? [more inside]
Locations needed for accurate map of colonial breweries
I want to make this map of American "colonial" breweries more historically accurate, so I need a list of American locations that brewed beer prior to 1776. [more inside]
posted by cmchap at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by cmchap at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
I need illuminating ideas to light up my garage!
Help me light up my garage. What are the best options for light output, cost, and power efficiency to illuminate a large space? [more inside]
Weird reaction to cookies
Why does my mouth feel raw after eating the cookies I made? [more inside]
posted by Omnomnom at 11:45 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Omnomnom at 11:45 AM PST - 20 comments
careerFilter: ... Another fallen engineer! How do I begin to choose a new career / field completely different from what I do now?
How do I begin to choose a new career / field completely different from what I do now?
I'd like to do is go back to university and get a masters in a new field. I've thought of several options (i.e. materials engineer, public policy, law) but I don't know how to choose and by looking around the internet they all seem like they could be interesting but how do i know i'd like it for the next 30yrs?? On top of spending at least 2yrs of my life back in school studying, I don't want to end up hating it like my current career. [more inside]
posted by pytar gucchy at 11:44 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by pytar gucchy at 11:44 AM PST - 10 comments
Where to stay in Rome with kids
Thinking of going to Rome later in the year (me + Mrs Croc + 2 kids, 7 and 10) for a few days. Any advice welcome on locations to stay and things to see that will appeal to kids. [more inside]
posted by crocomancer at 11:34 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by crocomancer at 11:34 AM PST - 10 comments
The curtain is dropping and I need a new partner.
My cell phone has a hole where the charging port should be. Help me find a new one, if you have opinions on such things. [more inside]
posted by wierdo at 11:31 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by wierdo at 11:31 AM PST - 3 comments
Corporate Library Jobs
Are there any former corporate librarians out there having any luck with getting a job in public or academic libraries? In the corporate library our jobs focused more on online literature research and analysis of information, writing reports and not so much on traditional reference desk work, circulation, or tech services duties--so I don't have much recent experience there. Meanwhile corporate libraries are closing right and left. I can still learn other library roles but everyone wants years of experience.
Silly rabbit trix are for kids!!
What are some good healthy alternatives to help me wean myself off of sugary breakfast cereals? [more inside]
Cooties in the Cuisinart?
How can I get all the black gunk out of the handle of my Cuisinart? [more inside]
posted by Danf at 11:12 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Danf at 11:12 AM PST - 16 comments
Very Minimalist-Microwave Cooking
Microwave-only 'real', healthy cooking-- give me tips,resources and recipes. [more inside]
posted by sandmanwv at 11:10 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 11:10 AM PST - 12 comments
Remedial Macking
I'd like to hear your thoughts on how one "makes a move" on someone else. [more inside]
I want to buy this table.
I am trying to find a kitchen island/table similar to the ones pictured here and here. [more inside]
How to stay friends when there's a one-way crush?
Made a new friend, developed feelings that went unreturned. Now what? [more inside]
Best quiet coffee shops in New York?
What are the best quiet (i.e. non-music-playing) coffee shops in New York? By best I mean with both great coffee and comfortable space to work.
Looking for pop music TV show theme songs
Trying to compile playlist of pop-style songs that have been used as TV show themes. Suggestions welcome! [more inside]
Windows Speed Demon
I need to be as efficient as possible when using Windows 7, using Office, browsing with Firefox / Chrome, working with files, etc. etc. What are your best tips for being a Windows speed demon? Answers to this question will include keyboard shortcuts, utilities, how you use your taskbar, command-line, whatever. I am looking for how you get the most out of Windows.
posted by jasondigitized at 9:54 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 9:54 AM PST - 26 comments
Taking control of iPads....
Setting up 20-40 Apple iPads at my company. We'd like to have these "locked down" to some extent. Also, setup standardized logins. Details inside...... [more inside]
posted by lattiboy at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by lattiboy at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
Dropped iPhone - Can the display be saved?
I have a an old iPhone 3G that was dropped and is now only showing a white screen or a grayish screen with some vertical stripes (or a black screen). Otherwise it seems to be working - it makes the "battery connection" noise when you plug it in, the "unlock click" when I swipe my finger in the unlock area, etc. Is this something the genius bar can help with, or is this sort of thing un-recoverable (or are there other options I should explore first)?
What's the opposite of "Wish List"?
So I read Helter Skelter and now I can't sleep. What other books should I avoid reading? [more inside]
posted by davidjmcgee at 9:38 AM PST - 52 comments
posted by davidjmcgee at 9:38 AM PST - 52 comments
At what altitude does the Earth look like a big blue marble?
How far up do you have to go to see the Blue Marble? [more inside]
posted by alms at 8:20 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by alms at 8:20 AM PST - 11 comments
Fashionable meeting room in the City of Lights...
NicheRequestFilter: Planning an event in Paris. Looking to rent a conference room with A/V and catering at a sexy boutique hotel. Ideally in Levallois-Perret or the 8th or 17th; we can cab up to 15 or twenty minutes. We'll be twelve to fifteen people. Merci!
Where's my free money?
When will I receive the mythical extra two paychecks I should be getting each year? [more inside]
posted by katyjack at 8:13 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by katyjack at 8:13 AM PST - 25 comments
Advice on what to do after a house fire.
My parents' house caught fire yesterday. This kind of thing has never happened to any of us before, and we could use advice on how to move forward. [more inside]
How can I defend against a phony bill from Comcast?
After a last-straw rate hike I cancelled my Comcast cable and switched to DSL. As part of a package of severance bills Comcast is trying to charge me for cable modems that I purchased through 3rd parties. Apart from calling billing and yelling for hours on end, what's my recourse here? [more inside]
satillite internet speed
How can someone who is a average computer user boost the satellite internet speed in rural area? [more inside]
posted by ConnieL at 8:03 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ConnieL at 8:03 AM PST - 11 comments
Let's do some math
A is the top of a vertical line 30 feet in length. B is at the base of that line. C is 63 feet from B in a horizontal right angle. What is the distance from A to C. [more inside]
posted by ephemerista at 7:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ephemerista at 7:39 AM PST - 7 comments
What went wrong with Russian Communism?
Book recommendation to answer the question: Why did Communism fail in Russia? [more inside]
Brides of Christ, Lock and Load
I am writing a piece that includes a child's experiences in a Catholic elementary school in the early 60s. I was looking for memories of the details specific to such a place. [more inside]
posted by dances_with_sneetches at 7:28 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by dances_with_sneetches at 7:28 AM PST - 30 comments
help me get close to others
I really shine in social situations that are light and superficial, but I feel uncomfortable with deeper connections. How can I fix this? [more inside]
Why is my chicken such a jerk?
How can I stop my chicken from pecking my other chickens? [more inside]
How to make my cat feel safe?
How do I make my cat feel safe? Since I first got him, he won't let me pick him up. Ususally when I walk toward him he will run the other way. Most of the time he won't let me pet him unless he comes to me first. Won't come out of bedroom if I have a guest. Just a total scaredy cat. He has never been hit or abused. I talk to him all day long in a sweet, loving voice. I've had him for 3 years. I need to take him to the vet, but can't pick him up. I heard about pheremones, but I think I also need some cat psychology 101. Anyone have similar experiences? I would love suggestions. Also, the people who brought him to my home, were carrying him.
This reverb unit, it vibrates?
Can anyone identify what appears to be a strange vintage 'wire reverb' unit, which seems to combine a speaker enclosure with a piano-like string attachment to provide the resonance? [more inside]
Looking for a Real Estate Lawyer in Tampa, FL
My brother is looking for a good, reasonably priced attorney in Hillsborough County (Tampa) Florida, with real-estate experience to ask some questions to and get some guidance.
Can anyone recommend someone? Or warn him away from anyone?
Also, anything he should look for when finding such a lawyer?
It thirteen point one miles
Help me run the last three miles of a half marathon next month. I've run twice before and both times I stalled out at around 10 miles. I've got four more weeks to go, help me make the best of them. [more inside]
Wet signature
I have a beautiful old book of poetry by Yeats but, at some point in its past, the binding has been badly water damaged. A few years ago, to my great excitement, I noticed that it was signed by Yeats.
I am not intending to sell the book, but I want to look after it. What should I do? Will getting the book properly restored reduce its value?
Identify this theme from the new Upstairs, Downstairs series?
The new Upstairs, Downstairs series on BBC uses a particular piece of theme music composed by Carl Davis. The theme sounds like it's based on a traditional English folk ballad, like something Vaughan Williams might have rearranged. Of course, it could be an original composition, but if it's based on an existing work I would love to know. Here is a snatch (MP3 format) from a scene in season 2 episode 4.
posted by gentle at 3:40 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by gentle at 3:40 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I become the best teacher I possibly can?
What are some tips for becoming a better teacher? [more inside]
What's wrong with mechanically separated meat (MSM)?
What's wrong with mechanically separated meat (MSM)? [more inside]
posted by gttommy at 2:32 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by gttommy at 2:32 AM PST - 29 comments
I want to be a great pâtissière~
I want to go to culinary school, but I have some limitations. [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 12:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 12:08 AM PST - 14 comments
April 8
Seeking short Fables / Parables about love, relationships, death and loss of friends.
Seeking short Fables / Parables about love, relationships, death and loss of friends. [more inside]
What is the best way to deal with a neighbor's smelly dog kennel?
I live in a house in a suburban neighborhood and my neighbor's dog lives full-time in a kennel that is on the line of our property. The neighbors do not clean the kennel regularly and it smells. [more inside]
posted by WhathaveIdonenow? at 11:57 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by WhathaveIdonenow? at 11:57 PM PST - 10 comments
EMT-B on the side?
I'd like to certify for EMT-B and volunteer with the local ambulance corps in Fort Lee, NJ. Considering what this line of work involves, I would like to be very, very good at it. Specific questions inside about where to take classes, time commitment, and getting into an ambulance corps, but any advice at all (or just your old war stories!) would be appreciated. [more inside]
What is this geometric figure?
What is this geometric figure?
Is there a name for the figure inscribed in the circle here?
posted by vash at 10:25 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by vash at 10:25 PM PST - 5 comments
Ideas: what to do with extra marinade
What do I do with this kimchi marinade? [more inside]
posted by parapluie at 10:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by parapluie at 10:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Late night Chicago deep dish near blue line trains?
Chicago deep dish pizza near Blue Line? [more inside]
Girlfriend has a lot of close guy friends, should I be worried?
So my girlfriend has a few very close guy friends she often hangs around with. I guess shes had mix ups with girls and shes also interested in a lot of traditionally male things. Shes very pretty though, which may help her attract guy friends. [more inside]
Stevie D and I Need to Get Moving!
I need to move my cat with me from Toronto to North Carolina. It's very complicated. What is the LEAST traumatic way to get my kitty to our new home safe and sound? BONUS: Requisite animal pics inside! [more inside]
Gym in West London?
Please recommend a good gym in London. Preferably West London near-ish Heathrow airport but will travel for up to 20 minutes on the train. [more inside]
Help me find the right swimsuit store.
I need a women's swimsuit and due to difficulty ever finding one in stores I'm going to try buying one online this year. Suggestions for retailers that have good product and good return policies if it doesn't work out? More about what I'm looking for inside. [more inside]
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 8:36 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 8:36 PM PST - 29 comments
Lost iPhone, now what?
I've lost my iPhone, now what? [more inside]
this'll be great!
Help me find an article I only vaguely recall. It involves sailing and unrealistic expectations of travel. [more inside]
posted by MillMan at 7:41 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by MillMan at 7:41 PM PST - 3 comments
What are the best vacation destinations within driving distance from Chicago?
What are the best vacation destinations within driving distance from Chicago? [more inside]
I am the most interesting man in the world. Or at least I want to be...
You know that extremely interesting person you've met? Or perhaps that guy from the Dos Equis commericals? What do I need to do to become that guy? [more inside]
posted by Kippersoft at 7:24 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by Kippersoft at 7:24 PM PST - 57 comments
Retro pop suggestions?
I'm looking for recommendations of poppy jazz or maybe jazzy pop sort of (kind of) similar to older Hey Ocean! stuff. [more inside]
Help me break out of my shoe rut!
What shoes should I wear with this dress? [more inside]
why do these angels have twisted wings?
Why do some of the stained glass angels in my church have one wing pointed up and one wing pointed down? [more inside]
Separation Anxiety in Dog
What can I do about extreme separation anxiety in my very loving dog? [more inside]
Will working from home hurt me in the long run?
I've been offered a home-based support position with a certain fruit-centric tech company we all know. Some aspects of working from home are appealing, but I'm concerned about potential limitations for advancement, as my goal is to remain at said company and move up the ladder. Should I hold out for an office-based position or jump at the chance to work for them now? [more inside]
I want to be a calendar girl
You guys are always in the loop on this stuff... what's the best option nowadays for putting a nice looking, large custom calendar on an active website, one with an interface that's easy to use and customize? (Not a Wordpress plugin please, this is going to be a standard site, not a WP blog.) Thanks oodles, peeps. ;) [more inside]
How do I find out about becoming a paid research subject in a clinical trial/medical research?
How do I find out about becoming a paid research subject in a clinical trial/medical research? [more inside]
Tablet PC Desktop Replacement?
My work provided us with Lenovo Thinkpad X220 Tablets. I'm looking for software that could possibly replace the Windows 7 desktop and make the touch screen easier to use. The caveat is that I need to be able to get back to the Windows 7 desktop. [more inside]
Gimme more workouts! But let's make sure they all play together nicely..
Workout plans to compliment Insanity workout? [more inside]
posted by xicana63 at 2:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by xicana63 at 2:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Torn about offer
Should I take the job? I have been temping for 2 years and have been offered a permanent job... with conditions that I don't think I can meet. Wise Mefites, any help much appreciated. [more inside]
Capitalize on my passion?
Is there a perfect-fit career for me somewhere out there that I don't yet know of? [more inside]
iPad Rss/Google Reader app with passcode lock?
The title says it all. Is there an iPad Rss/Google Reader app with a passcode lock for privacy? I tried accessing GReader in a third party web browser which has a passcode lock but the website's a bit crappy.
posted by Deor at 1:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Deor at 1:19 PM PST - 4 comments
Seeking Brooklyn Mechanic
Looking for a Brooklyn car mechanic recommendation for my 1999 Subaru. Check engine light just came on and it's overdue for a tune-up. Much thanks.
Grad school app sunk by half-time undergrad experience?
My girlfriend has been going through undergrad half-time. Adviser keeps telling her that grad schools will not look upon this favorably. True? [more inside]
posted by wires at 1:01 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by wires at 1:01 PM PST - 17 comments
Old People Playing Old Games: The Campaign
Well, we were successful, and I pulled off my birthday party by DMing a 1st Edition rules run through Steading of the Hill Giant Chief without too much trouble. Now, my players are well and good hooked, and we're talking about actually running a campaign. Some things came up, however, that some other old school gamers may be able to help with. [more inside]
What are some good books on English Composition?
Here's my question. I am a returning non-traditional student, and would like to know of some really good books on English Composition, Language, Literature, and Research that would help me in my studies. Thanks.
Churches
Why does St Peter's Basilica have a stained glass image of the Holy Spirit instead of a Crucifix above the altar?
posted by helloimjohnnycash at 11:10 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by helloimjohnnycash at 11:10 AM PST - 3 comments
What can I do with overripe bananas while observing Passover?
What can I do with overripe bananas while observing Passover? [more inside]
posted by palliser at 9:21 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by palliser at 9:21 AM PST - 18 comments
How do you babysit a ferret?
I'm a (reluctant) ferret sitter. HELP! [more inside]
posted by one4themoment at 8:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by one4themoment at 8:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Why can't I connect?
Why can't I connect? [more inside]
Should I condition my leather jacket with dubbin?
I've just bought some dubbin to condition my boots and it occurred to me that I'm just about to move from the tropics to much cooler, drizzlier climes. Should I also condition my leather jacket with dubbin, and if so, how often?
Castor oil for labor induction
Can anyone weigh in on the best way to ingest castor oil to kickstart labor? [more inside]
Alternatives to Eventbrite.
Mental Health Clinicians in NoVA/DC
Recommendations for mental health clinicians in Northern Virginia or DC. Particular experience with "Pure Obsessional" OCD and anxiety disorders would be ideal. My health insurance is through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield. [more inside]
Pilates Please
Can you recommend a good pilates video? [more inside]
Lawn sprinkler start up: How to?
Sprinkler system start up -- as easy as opening the water valve? This will be the first spring start up of my lawn sprinkler system. Being low on money, I'd like to learn to do it myself. Is it as simple as turning the water valve back on from inside the house and plugging the controller back in? Besides making sure the heads are free of dirt is there anything else I should know? Located in Toronto, Canada if it matters.
posted by The Hyacinth Girl at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by The Hyacinth Girl at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
Wordpress and Customer Service
Wordpress users: is the customer service still as shit as it used to be circa 2006-2007? [more inside]
Building a Touring Bike in Portland, OR - Where?
Biking the west coast and across the USA - want to have a bike built in Portland, OR: where to go? What to build? [more inside]
posted by flippant at 2:54 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by flippant at 2:54 AM PST - 19 comments
April 7
Help me find the right workout system for loosing weight
I'm 22, 6'3" and about 270 lbs. I have been steadily gaining weight over college (which I'm starting my senior year next semester) and really haven't had much time to devote to fitness and weight loss. I know diet & exercise are key. I want to drop down to at most 250 in weight. I've started to have lots of back pain, mostly I think due to being overweight. [more inside]
Help name an animal adoption van
Help come up with a clever name for a mobile animal adoption van [more inside]
Just between me and a million of my closest friends
Is there often public and legal backlash against authors who write confessional stories? How well do audiences typically receive confessional stories? [more inside]
You make me sick...
I'm super attracted to him. My ladybusiness apparently isn't. (AROOGA AROOGA TMI NSFW alert) [more inside]
Migrating WordPress Blog to Tumblr
I have a self-hosted WordPress blog in which every post is an image (with alt-text) and a single comment. I'd like to move this material over to a Tumblr blog. The site has two years' worth of material, with about three posts per week.
I've done a Google search and it seems there are three methods for migrating WordPress content to Tumblr. All involve exporting the WordPress Blog to XML first, which I've done. [more inside]
posted by Legomancer at 5:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Legomancer at 5:44 PM PST - 7 comments
OneBagging My DVDs?
I'm trying to get my ever growing movie collection out of these large 300+ DVD cases and into some terabyte drives for traveling convenience.
But how? [more inside]
From how far away could the Challenger explosion be seen?
From how far away could the Challenger explosion be seen? (Did you see it? Where were you?)
posted by avocet at 5:27 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by avocet at 5:27 PM PST - 15 comments
Fairness question about division of specific household responsibility
I am so wrapped up in a depressive period, being self-absorbed, self-pitying, self-loathing, that I cannot figure out the fair way to handle this situation, and I need input that I can't get anywhere else. I keep seesawing between feeling completely put-upon and exploited, and then feeling that I am being infantile, lazy, self-indulgent, and irresponsible. I can’t get a realistic hold on the situation. [more inside]
It takes HOW LONG to order a wedding dress?
So, how long does it really take to plan a wedding? (I know the answer is 'it depends on the wedding', but honestly, we don't even know where to start.) [more inside]
What is this song?
What do these bumper sticker numbers mean?
I saw the following on a seemingly homemade bumper sticker on a car: "5.3 25.3 12.0". Amy thoughts on what it might mean? If it matters, this is in Bloomington, Indiana.
posted by ErWenn at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ErWenn at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
Bridemaid Dress Alterations on the North Shore
Where in the North Shore area of Mass should I have a bridesmaid's dress altered? Difficulty: I am nursing still and need the dress to allow, ahem, access for my daughter. [more inside]
Help me find a tattoo artist
I remember pouring though the online portfolio of a tattoo artist in the late 90s or early 00s but can't remember his name. I'd like to find him, or someone who does similar work. [more inside]
posted by duien at 1:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by duien at 1:38 PM PST - 4 comments
Is a kindle good for this?
Kindle questions: 1) I want a device that I can read (mostly) 8.5" x 11" PDFs on without much scrolling (as opposed to page turning) and 2) use to look up prices of things (not just books) on Amazon and other sites. The iPad is great for these except it's too heavy to lug around and a bit too bright to read for hours and I'd prefer no monthly bill for price checking. I'm in Canada if that makes a difference. Is the Kindle appropriate and if so, which one? Also, is it easy to transfer my PDFs too? Can I access Dropbox, for instance? Thanks.
Help me be more sociable and make friends!
I think I've forgotten how to be a sociable person and how to make friends and such. Help! [more inside]
Help me find the ultimate secret ingredients to make the ultimate (tomato based) BBQ sauce
As a connoisseur of barbecue sauce, on a lifelong quest to either find or replicate the best barbecue sauce I ever tasted, I keep coming back to the same thing: What exactly is the key ingredient or ingredients in a barbecue sauce that really make it special? What ingredients really make the difference between a good sauce, and a really great sauce? And just how much of a difference does it make to actually cook it and reduce it rather than mix it cold? Askmefi hivemind, help me out! [more inside]
posted by Elfasi at 11:05 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Elfasi at 11:05 AM PST - 29 comments
Help at least one part of this talk go well
How should I correctly pronounce these Lithuanian names? [more inside]
posted by thewestinggame at 10:42 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by thewestinggame at 10:42 AM PST - 6 comments
How can I display postcards?
How can I display postcards in a unique way? [more inside]
posted by bookmammal at 10:30 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by bookmammal at 10:30 AM PST - 15 comments
In JavaScript, since global variables are available to functions, is there ever any reason to pass them to functions through arguments?
In JavaScript, since global variables are available to functions, is there ever any reason to pass them to functions through arguments?
posted by judytaos at 10:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by judytaos at 10:06 AM PST - 12 comments
Simplest way to back up my book?
I'm writing a book on my iMac using Office (Word) 2004. I've written books using a computer before, but it's more complicated now and I'm still a Luddite. Please help me back it up! Here's the situation: [more inside]
posted by fivesavagepalms at 9:17 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by fivesavagepalms at 9:17 AM PST - 20 comments
Do you have any favourite infographics?
What do you consider to be the best infographics that use a very simple-looking visual style? [more inside]
So I guess I'm an adult now?
Ba da da duuuuuuummm
What are the most catchy, memorable musical themes you know of? [more inside]
Good car-camping spots in W. North Carolina or E. Kentucky?
Can anyone recommend good car-camping spots in western North Carolina or eastern Kentucky for next weekend? [more inside]
posted by Etaoin Shrdlu at 8:52 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Etaoin Shrdlu at 8:52 AM PST - 10 comments
India Travel Tips
Solo traveling in northern India. What should I know/prepare? Is it safe for women travelers? [more inside]
Sonic dog bark control systems and hearing ranges.
In our two cat, one dog household, we are considering purchasing one of the many available Ultrasonic bark control systems (not the Collar versions!) Would the emitted sounds be audible to / affect the cats in the same way its intended to do for the dog? [more inside]
Need "hook" for 7th grade lesson
I am a technology specialist and I am designing a lesson for 7th graders on stereotypes, racism, getting along, choices and I need a "hook". [more inside]
How can I be a good straight ally at work?
How can I show my support for a new co-worker in my company's homophobic environment? [more inside]
posted by abirdinthehand at 7:19 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by abirdinthehand at 7:19 AM PST - 19 comments
Small craft fasteners?
I need some kind of fastener for a small craft project, but I don't know what it's called... [more inside]
Should we buy this house?
I'd like to hear from people who have considered buying splendid houses but have felt really weird about it. [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 5:36 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 5:36 AM PST - 28 comments
Children's Literature: The Dark Side?
When children's books first became inexpensive enough for average parents to buy, were they looked down upon as a technology which limits a child's imagination? [more inside]
She cheated on me yet is mean to me
I'm 23 and she's 19.
I'm in the conscripted army while she's studying. We met and got into a relationship after 3 weeks of knowing one another. We got together last September. We've just broken up on the second week of March and now she's in a relationship with her friend whom she technically cheated on me by making out together while we were dating.
The reason for writing this is in hope of seeking a closure. [more inside]
Live mixing with the placement of notes on the piano roll?
Music producers of MeFi, how do you manually automate notes in the piano roll during a recording of the track? (Using Reason 4) [more inside]
What song is playing in this Scrubs episode?
What song is playing in the background at the beginning of the Scrubs episode 3.08 "My Friend the Doctor?" [more inside]
How to edit INDD files without InDesign ?
How to edit INDD files without InDesign ? [more inside]
April 6
When is enough enough with an unmotivated person in a relationship?
I'd love to get some advice on my relationship. It's complicated and I'm starting to think about ending it, despite being pretty heavily invested. This is a "do I stay or do I go?" question or a "too good to leave but too bad to stay" question. But it's complicated so be prepared to read on. [more inside]
posted by runflats at 10:56 PM PST - 56 comments
posted by runflats at 10:56 PM PST - 56 comments
Analyzing Meeting Minutes
What are some good books or articles that have used an organization's meeting minutes as a main source of data?
Ice Box Man
I was recently watching the 1985 Tom Hanks movie The Man With One Red Shoe. In it, a dead CIA agent is briefly hidden in Tom Hanks' refrigerator. Can you think of other movies with people in refrigerators? [more inside]
posted by Confess, Fletch at 10:05 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by Confess, Fletch at 10:05 PM PST - 35 comments
How do you apply lotion/medications to your back?
How do you apply lotion/medications to your back? [more inside]
posted by gilsonal at 9:16 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by gilsonal at 9:16 PM PST - 19 comments
unidentified bite/sore
bug bite or worse? [more inside]
It... it all fits together
Is there a name for those conspiracy maps that are so often shown in movies and TV shows? You know, the ones on cork board, with photos and index cards connected with strings.
My moms want me to devote my life to writing. I'm 30 and want to explore life. How do I get them off my back?
My moms want me to devote my life to writing. I'm 30 and want to explore life. How do I get them off my back? [more inside]
Salvage this breakup or let it go and move on? Is she mature enough for this relationship?
Am I doing the right thing with this breakup? Is there hope or do I need to push through it? [more inside]
"what's the problem?" "...ん..."
Japanese friend/relationship advice. She all of a sudden became very cold and distant, and I don't understand why. What should I do? [more inside]
If she keeps this up she will only have 8 lives.
Please help me littertrain this kitten. [more inside]
A run of ID thefts
Help me fend off the cyber brigands (and persuade my family that they need help)! [more inside]
Miss Hanigan would be so disappointed
Grammar filter: "This earns you money."
Is this correct? [more inside]
posted by stubby phillips at 7:05 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by stubby phillips at 7:05 PM PST - 16 comments
How to make a collapsable sound isolation booth?
Help me build a sound isolation booth -- that's collapsable. I'd like to build a small soundproof room (about 4x4x8 feet) that can be disassembled for shipping and reassembled without huge amounts of effort or crowbars. [more inside]
posted by moonmilk at 6:58 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by moonmilk at 6:58 PM PST - 11 comments
How do they work?
How vigilant / attentive should I be about magnets hurting my electronics? [more inside]
Alternative to Citypockets deal voucher tracking site?
How do I keep track of my myriad Groupon-type vouchers? Citypockets was perfect for this, but it's shutting down. Am I doomed to spreadsheets forever? [more inside]
Need fatter pipes
NYC residents who use Time Warner Cable for their internet connection...does paying their extra fee for internet connection speeds "up to 30MBps" actually yield consistently higher connection speeds? [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 5:58 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dfriedman at 5:58 PM PST - 12 comments
renting in a condomininum building
i am currently looking to rent a condo, which I have never done before. I got the lease today to review and I have a few questions. [more inside]
Sooner or later the grey is gonna get ya
If I could live anywhere in North America, where would it be? Given what I'm about to tell y'all about myself, what cities should I consider if I wanted to live somewhere else? [more inside]
How can I look my age and not my shoe size?
I'm 26 with a young looking face. I also tend to dress casually and don't really want to spend a long time getting ready in the morning. I used to wear some lipstick and eyeliner to make me appear older, but I want to project a more natural look.
What can I do to make myself look more my age? Glasses? Darker hair? Certain hair styles? I do have short hair up to my shoulder.
posted by eq21 at 5:05 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by eq21 at 5:05 PM PST - 11 comments
Regaining first authorship on my research work
Can I regain my lost rightful first authorship of a research paper? [more inside]
possible drug interaction report
How do I report a suspected drug interaction? To my doctor? The FDA?
Long deduction inside.... [more inside]
posted by Lt. Bunny Wigglesworth at 4:28 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Lt. Bunny Wigglesworth at 4:28 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me eat something other than anchovies
I love bagna cauda. What other small, strongly-flavoured sauces or dips make a good centrepiece for a meal? [more inside]
posted by ZaphodB at 4:01 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ZaphodB at 4:01 PM PST - 17 comments
Pardon me?
My wife often finds herself with her foot in her mouth, how do I (Gently) encourage her to be less impulsive about the things she says in company, particularly if I suspect social anxiety to be a cause? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by Beacon Inbound at 3:42 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Beacon Inbound at 3:42 PM PST - 17 comments
What can I do with the barometer in my phone?
Aside from a barometer app, what are some cool things I can do with my Samsung/Google Galaxy Nexus and it's built in barometer? Any app recommendations, something more than just logging the changes in pressure? Has anyone figured out any interesting new uses for this sensor?
Why can't spreadsheets work like brains?
Former excel magician attempts to use Google spreadsheets, fails. It should be easy to make a function that can tally a monthly total from a column of dates and a column of numbers, right? [more inside]
Book Recommendations for Political Thrillers
Looking for book/author recommendations: Looking for the political angles of Vince Flynn and Tom Clancy with less spy stuff. [more inside]
Ethics of dating too soon?
I would probably get back together with my ex if he asked me to do so, atleast today. I think I need to date other people to get him out of my head. What are the ethics of that? [more inside]
Canoe! Canoe! Canoe! It's just fun to say.
Let's say that I'm looking to buy a serviceable used canoe on the cheap. How should I go about it? [more inside]
posted by Scientist at 2:57 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Scientist at 2:57 PM PST - 15 comments
Roommate's approach to fixing his dog's bad behaviour is through telling him "don't do that", and my cat is in constant fear.
Roommate's dog is untrained and terrorises cats. The roommate won't do anything really (except verbally address his dog "don't do that") Needless to say the dog does many things that are bad besides terrorizing my cat and another roommate's cat Like a parent with an out of control child, what do you do??? [more inside]
posted by pixienat at 2:47 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by pixienat at 2:47 PM PST - 34 comments
Can I, and how do I, go off Sertraline safely?
I recently started taking Sertraline (zoloft) to deal with anxiety issues, kind of on a trial basis. I think it's been working pretty well, but there are some side effect issues that are making me second guess things. [more inside]
Letting my manager know that I am looking for a new job?
Should I tell my manager that I am looking for another job? I understand that the answer to this question is usually a big NO NO NO. But, special circumstances inside. [more inside]
posted by moiraine at 2:25 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by moiraine at 2:25 PM PST - 19 comments
Where'd all my fonts go, Word?
Just upgraded from Leopard to Snow Leopard. Suddenly Microsoft Office 2008 isn't seeing all 1900 of my fonts -- and some of the usual defaults are gone! What the hell happened and how can I fix it? [more inside]
Help me find machine music that isn't abrasive, but also isn't predictable.
Help me find electronic music that sounds like machines. Some examples are Diamond Catalog, SPK, and Nate Young. Boards of Canada also comes very close. Unsettling but not aggressive (e.g. not Big Black). Chaotic but not out of control (e.g. not Merzbow's Merzbeat or Pulse Demon). Thanks!
posted by yaymukund at 1:22 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by yaymukund at 1:22 PM PST - 19 comments
Clothes horse
I'm in my 20s and a man and I have a lot of trouble coming up with reasonably in style outfits. I'm looking for pictures of outfits with links to buy each component. Ideally, these would not be tied to any one brand (so, not Gap's looks for spring or something). Basically: "Wear theses things together and here is where you can find them." [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 1:21 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 1:21 PM PST - 10 comments
Profiles of Artistic Courage
Do you know of any good art and/or documentary blogs that profile artists or filmmakers? [more inside]
Looking to Manage My Call Time on Android Phone
I manage a non-profit in New Jersey and often need to make a large number of calls in a short time to supporters, clients and/ or donors.
I like to set up a to do list of calls that I can run through and just make call after call to get through my lists as fast as I can. I have an HTC Thunderbolt phone.
I've tried to do lists, but none of the ones I've used are not tied in to the phone dialer. I want to be able to click on a phone number in my list and have it call up the dialer. It'd be awesome if it also tracked my calls on Google Calendar. If there is a to do list app out there that connects to the dialer on Android then I would prefer to use that. But if I have to I'll keep my to do and call lists separate.
Thanks!
Hypochondriacs are people too.
Is my BB cream giving me mercury poisoning? [more inside]
Another "should I get married?" question.
Why can't I control my stupid feelings? Love one guy, distracted by another, engaged to be married. Advice/personal experience? [more inside]
Take me out...
Who is your favorite MLB television announcer? The catch is, they can't be for your favorite baseball team. [more inside]
posted by Fister Roboto at 12:38 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Fister Roboto at 12:38 PM PST - 31 comments
Ads on a Verizon dumbphone?
I just upgraded to a Pantech Jest 2 from Verizon (prevoiusly had the Jest) and every couple of days I get banner ads on my home screen. My old phone never did this. Am I purse dialing into web access by mistake, or are these sudden ads common/acceptable all of a sudden?
What do you think is a fair asking price?
How can I price a used car that *might* need to have the transmission replaced or rebuilt soon? Looking for tips, guidelines, experiences, etc. [more inside]
Help me get out of this steel cage
I don't have ambition. How do I get it? Any stories to share? [more inside]
ID this monumental Buddha photo?
This image identified as "Buddha at Ngyen Khag Taktsang Monastery" has been making the Tumblr rounds, but I can't find any corroborating info. Photoshopped? Wrong attribution? My poor Googling skills? [more inside]
posted by gwint at 11:51 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by gwint at 11:51 AM PST - 3 comments
What was it like before going gluten-free?
GlutenFilter: Prior to going gluten-free, did you have specific gluten attacks, or were you just generally in pain all the time? [more inside]
How do I save these web pages for my portfolio?
How do I convert a web page to a PDF? If that doesn't work, how else can I archive the sites for my portfolio? [more inside]
posted by rebent at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by rebent at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
Dentist Shopping
What am I looking for in a dentist? [more inside]
What's the best (not the cheapest) "3.0" blog host/platform?
I'm new to blogging, but have a lot of content ready to go for release over a few months, and I want to select a full-featured, highly configurable host/platform. Can you recommend one? [more inside]
Should I give up my life alone?
Has you ever gone (voluntarily, without pressing financial/other need) from living alone to living in a roommate/group house situation again? Is it worth it? [more inside]
My car's busted beyond all repair, but the mechanic found me a fantastic price for it - should I tip the mechanic?
My car's busted beyond all repair. Can't drive it off the mechanic's lot. But the mechanic found me a buyer who has offered me a fantastic price for it - should I tip the mechanic for finding the buyer? [more inside]
posted by halfguard at 10:37 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by halfguard at 10:37 AM PST - 20 comments
Laptop for Civilization V
A laptop to play Civilization V on?
I have a laptop that is a few years old that will run Civ IV only if I turnt the graphics way down and I'd like to move into Civ V. Has anyone played Civ V on a laptop and, if so, what are you using? I've looked on Newegg and found a few that might work but I'd like to hear from a few people here if they have a particular model they are using that is working for them. I'd like to keep my costs under $1000.
What's this mass?
Hernia filter: I have a protrusion under my belly button on the right side, almost parallel to the hip bone. You can only see it if I lean back, but then it is very visible. It's about 4 inches long, 1.5 inches wide and is spongy (almost like a gas bubble or bloat). It does not hurt. Hernia? [more inside]
It's not you, it's not me, it's both of us.
How to break up compassionately when you've tried your best but the relationship just isn't working? [more inside]
Does anyone have a film recommendation that links cooperative business and community to telecomm industry / Internet / broadband?
Does anyone have a film recommendation that links cooperative business and community to telecomm industry / Internet / broadband? [more inside]
Best practices for ID3 tags? Difficulty level: poetry/spoken word.
What are the best practices for entering ID3 tags when it comes to poetry/spoken word? [more inside]
posted by malocchio at 9:52 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by malocchio at 9:52 AM PST - 4 comments
I know there's more than corn in Indiana, I just don't care.
What, if any, are the good qualities of Indianapolis, Indiana?
As a former resident, born and bred, who spent the majority of my life there, I've never liked Indianapolis. Now, the yearly family visit looms. How can I make the best of my time there? [more inside]
Good idea? Huge mistake?
I've been accepted to a PHD program at the University of Maryland's iSchool, and will likely be researching social media and social gaming for my dissertation. I'm excited, love the program, and can't wait to start publishing work as part of the academic community, however recent discussion on Metafilter, and a smaller living stipend than I expected, have me second guessing what I thought was a great opportunity. Details inside... [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 9:22 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by codacorolla at 9:22 AM PST - 13 comments
Help me blow minds with this brisket
Passover Brisket Filter cooking times. [more inside]
posted by nathancaswell at 9:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by nathancaswell at 9:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me fill my eggs.
What are some fun things to put into plastic Easter eggs for an egg hunt? [more inside]
posted by bondcliff at 9:01 AM PST - 47 comments
posted by bondcliff at 9:01 AM PST - 47 comments
Mapping Trouble
MapFilter: How can I narrow down a list of ~1000 essentially random cities to only those that are within a given radius of another list of ~50 cities? [more inside]
posted by aheckler at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by aheckler at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Don't just obey the law. Support it!
What does this oath mean, in practice, and what does "supporting a constitution" entail? [more inside]
Why do I tear up so easy now?
Why have I become so damn weepy in my 30's? [more inside]
Help me find a business suit that fits!
[business attire filter]: I can't find a business pants/jacket or skirt/jacket combo that fits me. Can you tell me where to look? [more inside]
posted by paindemie at 8:18 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by paindemie at 8:18 AM PST - 11 comments
Help me get motivated again
I have been unmotivated to do pretty much anything outside of work for a several months now. Help me get back on the horse. [more inside]
Controlling the Costs of a Single-Payer Heatlhcare System
How would Congress control costs in a single-payer healthcare system? [more inside]
posted by toomuchpete at 8:04 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by toomuchpete at 8:04 AM PST - 27 comments
Need bluetooth form-fitting earbuds to wear while mowing.
Looking for molded/custom bluetooth capable earbuds to use for music listening while operating my tractor... [more inside]
Python for Putzes, Part 2
I'm looking for brilliant metaphors to explain the ins and outs of object-oriented programming. Know any? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 7:16 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Shepherd at 7:16 AM PST - 15 comments
What can I expect with an unconventional name change?
I'd like to legally take my spouse's last name. Difficulty: I'm a guy; we've already been married for 10 years. I have professional licenses, clients and a [albeit not very well-developed] reputation. Has anyone done this? What are the pitfalls - personally, professionally, logistically? [more inside]
Please recommend me a psychiatrist and therapist in the Dallas area who 'specialize' in anxiety/dysthymic disorders.
Please recommend me a psychiatrist and therapist in the Dallas area who 'specialize' in anxiety/dysthymic disorders. I don't have severe anxiety to the point where I'm a hermit or anything. I like to think of my self as a very functional social phobic. But the anxiety is still there enough to rear its ugly head. For example, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to connect with people as I get older. I've lived in Texas my entire life and all my best friends moved away after college. I haven't been able to develop friendships that are as strong as the ones I had in high school and college. [more inside]
Hello. I'd like to work for you. But I don't know how to approach you.
People who receive unsolicited "I'd love to work for you, here's my portfolio" type emails.
What gets your goat about them, what sparks your interest when you receive them? [more inside]
Outourced web design in Latin America or CEE
South American or Eastern European web design and development firms for long-term outsourcing relationship? [more inside]
What modern game creation software can I use to build a game with branching narratives and dialogue?
What game creation software is currently available that is suited to building games (or levels/mods) with a focus on branching narratives and dialogue, of the sort found in role-playing games like Mass Effect? [more inside]
posted by Kirn at 5:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Kirn at 5:41 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me pick out a waterproof digital camera
Waterproof point & shoot camera - any personal recommendations? [more inside]
Help me get to know a Pharaoh
This podcast episode has kindled new interest for me in the life and times of Ramesses (or Ramses) II. What's the best single book to read for an engaging and informative portrait of the man and his kingship?
posted by Vectorcon Systems at 4:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Vectorcon Systems at 4:26 AM PST - 2 comments
How do we teach 21st century skills using ink and quills?
I have: 27 students, 3 computers, 1 printer, 1 overhead projector.
I've been tasked with getting free technology for the therapeutic high school where I work, but how? [more inside]
30 something seeking career advice
Help a thirty-something year old find his way (back) in his career [more inside]
April 5
Canadian Looking for Amazon Turk Requester Account
I'm interested in having a requester account with amazon turk.
I live in Canada...But I am physically close to the US border.
Can anyone tell me of an acceptable workaround to accomplish this?
I've considered driving to the US to open an account but I don't want to do that unless I know for sure it will allow me to run a requester account.
Any ideas?
Thanks!
Restaurant/wine bar/lounge recommendations for two gal pals in Houston, Tx on a Saturday afternoon?
I'm visiting Houston, TX this Saturday to reconnect with a childhood friend & need specific recommendations for places for food & drink. She's casual t-shirt & jeans, hates overpriced food, & likes dive bars while I'm more dressy, into the latest food fads, & prefer wine bars. Is there a place in Houston that would appeal to us both? [more inside]
I don't want to counsel them. Can they do it themselves?
Please help me find a worthy self-administered pre-marital questionnaire! [more inside]
What to do about a hit and run?
I was rear ended by a semi truck driver who did not stop to exchange information. I filed a police report and an insurance claim and have been advised to press charges. Is there anything else I should be doing to make sure the responsible party pays for the damage to my car? Details inside. [more inside]
How do I help a friend through what could be described as either a spiritual or psychological crisis?
Is my friend undergoing a spiritual awakening or having a psychotic episode? As an atheist how do I support him either way? [more inside]
3D?
Looking to buy a 3D printer for a small college library. [more inside]
posted by fifilaru at 7:43 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by fifilaru at 7:43 PM PST - 6 comments
I wish there was a new Starflight game.
What good video games are reminiscent of Rogue-likes (viz. Incursion), Risk-likes (viz. Lux, Advance Wars), and Starflight, especially in the fact that they can be stopped and started at any time? Bonus points if said video games are either for OS X or can be easily emulated in OS X.
Help us plan our trip to Spain!
Help us plan our summer trip to Spain! What are the best places to go, and how long should we spend in each? [more inside]
How can I property vent my window air conditioner?
How can I properly vent a window air conditioner? [more inside]
Where are the Bear and Elk?
Hurry! What to do in Jackson Hole for two days? [more inside]
My dog is Houdini. Help?
I need a harness for dog that he cannot escape. I have tried everything that I can find at PetSmart, Petco and local pet stores. I have tried the kid of harness that is like a shirt and the thinner types. Help? [more inside]
Can I marry my Sister in Law?
Can I marry my Sister in Law? I have a question about second marriages that I would like to get some opinions on. I have been a widower now for 14 months. I am 61. My wife’s sister (my sister in law) has been a widow now for 4 years. She is 58. She and her husband and my wife and I were always very close. She has been an incredible friend this last year and helped me through my grieving process. We have been spending a moderate amount of time together. We get along famously and have similar interests. I have become very fond of her. Is it inappropriate for me to ask her about possible dating with a long term relationship and even marriage on my mind? Or is it appropriate? Oh by the way, neither of us has dated at all. [more inside]
Need short Australia-friendly tree that will earn its keep
I need recommendations for small trees, or bushes or shrubs or something, that absolutely won't grow taller than two metres high, can handle dry conditions (Australian summers) and temperatures between -5 and +40 Celsius. Ideally they should either have pretty flowers or produce something edible (but not citrus, I have enough of those already). Needs to be available in Canberra. [more inside]
Are There Health Insurance Accountants?
Are there accountants who handle health insurance? [more inside]
posted by musofire at 6:24 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by musofire at 6:24 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me find this horror manga
I need help finding a horror manga title based on some poorly remembered details. [more inside]
posted by Merzbau at 5:52 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Merzbau at 5:52 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me pick the perfect plant
I need a fairly cheap, hard to kill, awfully pretty plant that comes in a 6-pack or more of bedding plants. And would be happy in a small pot. [more inside]
Turning thousands of loose-leaf papers into dozens of PDFs
I have a few thousand pages of documentation I'd like to digitize and organize, eventually making a series of PDFs out of them. Can you help me make this task less painful? [more inside]
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 5:27 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 5:27 PM PST - 8 comments
Thunderbolt vs. Mini DisplayPort
What is the difference between the Apple Thunderbolt cable and a regular mini display port cable, if any?
Kill them all! Or at least prevent their birth.
I need to keep scientific samples (chips) in solution for weeks at a time, and they're growing bacteria. I suspect biologists have a good way of dealing with this, since they tend to do more solution work than I do; are any of you out there able to point me in the right direction in terms of UV lamps or something similar? [more inside]
please help! my kid doesn't like to eat
is there anything wrong with my son? [more inside]
Should a godparent play favourites?
Should a godparent play favourites?
My goddaughter is the oldest of my friends' kids. She's 5 now, and we have a great relationship - I love her to bits and she loves spending time with her "fairy godmother". There is now a second child in the family (with his own set of godparents).
So - godparents - how does this work? What level of favouritism should I be showing (if any)? [more inside]
posted by finding.perdita at 3:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by finding.perdita at 3:29 PM PST - 14 comments
Diaries of teh Interwebs
Suggest me some blogs to use for class. I don't read blogs so I'm looking for something interesting that has more of a personal touch. The class is "Diary as a Literary Genre" -- so it's the idea of blogs being a "diary of the computer age." I'm looking for any and all suggestions so I have some of the best to look through. If you're not sure it'll work for my assignment, please post anyway!
Bonus: there was some guy who went off and lives in the wilderness for 30 days and blogged about it -- Anyone know who this is? I remember my someone telling me about it but can't for the life of me remember details or if that was even the scenario.
What fun things can I do with my nephews for a day this weekend?
What fun things can I do with my nephews for a day this weekend? [more inside]
posted by Petrot at 3:05 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Petrot at 3:05 PM PST - 14 comments
Is lazy exercise always an oxymoron?
Recommend some quick exercises that I won't get bored of and can do at home. [more inside]
posted by krakenattack at 2:24 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by krakenattack at 2:24 PM PST - 16 comments
Cool Souvenirs in Vancouver?
My mother went to Vancouver a few years ago and loved it. Her birthday is coming up, I'm visiting in a week, and I want to get a souvenir as a gift - something she'll like, around $40 or so, that's definitely evocative of Vancouver but without being a dumb t-shirt. I'll have a couple hours to go get something in downtown on a Tuesday afternoon. Ideas?
posted by Apropos of Something at 2:08 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Apropos of Something at 2:08 PM PST - 12 comments
Successful therapy with an intern?
Tell me your stories (or tips) about successful therapy with an intern or other person-in-training as your therapist. [more inside]
Half remembered furniture
Does anybody know the term to describe this particular style of vintage kitchen/dining room hutch? It came in many forms but was generally made from a blonde, plainly figured wood and had bright red accents. I remember seeing examples in nearly every Toronto junk shop was ever in. [more inside]
Can I record debt collector calls that are already recording me?
LegalFilter: I'd like to record the debt collection calls I'm getting. Assuming the call center requires me to consent to their recording, is that consent reciprocal? [more inside]
posted by willie11 at 1:47 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by willie11 at 1:47 PM PST - 9 comments
Save this relationship?
BreakupFilter: Should I, and if so, when should I? [more inside]
CFA - help please!
CFA help! [more inside]
Consumer Reports - single copy
Consumer Reports - How can I buy (over the internet) the April issue of Consumer Reports? Difficulties, I live 1/2 hour outside of the shopping areas. Also I'm not really interested in subscribing but if that's the best way then I understand.
posted by notned at 1:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by notned at 1:23 PM PST - 11 comments
Can two women have a "quickie?"
Please help two lesbians have a "quickie." [NSFW] [more inside]
Can I pass jock itch to a sexual partner?
Is tinea cruris easily sexually transmissible? [more inside]
Exploding Lemons - I remember that much
Whenever I reminisce with friends about childhood television (Great Space Coaster, 3-2-1 Contact, etc) there is one show that nobody remembers. Hell, I barely remember it but perhaps someone here has better memories of this than I do. [more inside]
posted by charred husk at 12:17 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by charred husk at 12:17 PM PST - 3 comments
The IRS has Come Calling!
I need recommendations for a small business accountant in Glendale / Peoria, AZ. [more inside]
To Cherry Blossom or Not To Cherry Blossom...
San Fran Filter: Visiting SF as a tourist. Cherry Blossom Festival is happening then. Is that festival worth our time? [more inside]
posted by Flood at 12:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Flood at 12:05 PM PST - 6 comments
Droid 4 Camera Quality & Third-Party Apps
Upgrading my phone: I'm debating a Droid 4, but I'm a bit nervous about the mediocre reviews of the camera. Will a third-party camera app improve the photo quality? [more inside]
posted by soleiluna at 11:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by soleiluna at 11:54 AM PST - 12 comments
Going back for an accounting degree... many years later? How to do it?
Going back for an accounting degree... many years later? How to do it? [more inside]
Word 2007 Reference
Dealing with numerous style complications and Tables of Contents? [more inside]
posted by alice_curiouse at 11:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by alice_curiouse at 11:30 AM PST - 6 comments
Tell me about your favourite microwave popcorn!
I really like microwave popcorn. I make it by hand too, and sometimes via this paper bag method, but I sort of really like factory processed microwave popcorn.
Especially kettlecorn! I love fresh fairground kettlecorn, but I also really like microwave "kettlecorn," which is a different beast altogether.
...and I'd like your recommendations!
posted by sawdustbear at 11:05 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sawdustbear at 11:05 AM PST - 7 comments
How to print exif gps data on a photo?
How do I print gps data pulled from EXIF data on a series of photos? I have about 65 photos that have GPS location data as part of the EXIF data. I'd like to a) print that data on the photo (like some cameras used to datestamp images) and b) print a map showing where the photos were taken. [more inside]
posted by gofargogo at 10:58 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by gofargogo at 10:58 AM PST - 7 comments
You're amazing!!!........I suck.
How to deal with the shame that comes after hypomanic behaviour? [more inside]
posted by costanza at 10:52 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by costanza at 10:52 AM PST - 19 comments
Brooklyn afternoon bar crawl – can it be done?
Planning an afternoon bar crawl around Park Slope / Cobble Hill / Carroll Gardens areas, but I'm having trouble coming up with bars that would be open on a Friday afternoon (after, say, 2p). Any recommendations? Closer together is great, outside patio/drinking a big plus! [more inside]
Simple PHP download script!
I need a simple PHP script to force download a file. Something like download.php?file=/path/to/file or download.php?id=43. Can someone help me out? [more inside]
It just might be easier to build one from scratch...
I'm on a long-term search for some specific food-production machinery... Where should I be looking, that I'm not already. [more inside]
Is dentist obligated to return patient's gold crown of extracted tooth?
Is dentist required to return a gold crown of extracted molar to patient? [more inside]
Help me figure out how much I owe the taxman
Bought a lot at the school charity auction. How do I figure how much to deduct on my taxes? [more inside]
Free molecular biology software?
I'm looking for good free software tools for doing basic molecular biology work - sequence alignments, DNA-protein translation, restriction mapping, and PCR primer design. Got any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by pombe at 10:05 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by pombe at 10:05 AM PST - 9 comments
I badly want a North American House Hippo, though.
I watch quite a bit of television (looong winters up here) and I find myself thinking a lot about truth in consumer advertising, something about which I know very little. Are there currently changes going that we're just beginning to see? Are there are more coming down in legislation in North America? If there are no changes, what's preventing them? [more inside]
Welcome to Lefferts!
I'm moving to Prospect Lefferts Gardens! Tell me what's cool! Tell me what sucks! Tell me anything I should know! I'll also be a new Brooklynite after living in Manhattan for twelve years, so more generalized info could be nice, too.
Best iPad stylus for non-artist writer?
I'm looking for an iPad stylus that's good for quick notes and rough sketches. I already have an AluPen, which is fine, but a little short, with a tip that's a little too fat and squishy. I've read all the answers to prior questions on the topic, and they were helpful, but the technology changes so quickly, and none sold me on any particular option. Other things you should know: I have basically no artistic artistic ability, I have decent handwriting but find translating it to the iPad difficult, and I'm going to use the stylus mostly for keeping notes on and outlining my various projects using the new Paper app.
What are some ideas for lunches with absolutly no grains, dairy, fruit, or pork?
(sort of) Kosher for Passover packed lunches- with all kinds of extra rules. Suggestions please! [more inside]
posted by Blisterlips at 9:49 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Blisterlips at 9:49 AM PST - 29 comments
Two, three, four?
What musical instruments require more than one performer to operate?
posted by jayCampbell at 9:35 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jayCampbell at 9:35 AM PST - 15 comments
And if it could respond to "hello, Computer," that would be nice.
Help me do everything humanly possible with my car's Bluetooth functionality. [more inside]
One night stand is driving me mad
Why do we want ppl the more they don't want us and how can I start talking myself out of really bad ideas? (e.g. - once I get an idea *usually bad* in my head to do something, I rationalize to the hilt why I should follow through and always end up doing it) Help me find balance! .... [more inside]
Help me find another crappy movie better lost to the reels of time.
It's the worst movie I've never seen. What is it? [more inside]
posted by pepper bird at 9:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pepper bird at 9:16 AM PST - 5 comments
CA Teaching Credential?
Do you have experience getting a California teaching credential as a private school teacher? How different is it from the typical university-based credential path? Any pitfalls to watch out for? How easy/hard is it? [more inside]
Trying to get on the good foot but this sprain isn't helping
An old foot injury is kicking up. Your advice and experiences wanted. [more inside]
Asked my boyfriend if he was gay, and feel awful now. Help!
Questioned my boyfriend's sexuality... realize I may have crossed a line. Help please? [more inside]
posted by Teradactyl at 9:00 AM PST - 54 comments
posted by Teradactyl at 9:00 AM PST - 54 comments
Muddling through bureaucratic bullshit.
[Oakland, CA law/ordinance filter] Please help me find full text of laws or ordinances regarding pet licensing in Oakland, California (Alameda County). And is what I'm doing REALLY illegal or is it bureaucratic nonsense? [more inside]
posted by crayon at 9:00 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by crayon at 9:00 AM PST - 9 comments
Kissing cousins
Can someone shed light for me about the whole, hooking up with cousins? [more inside]
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 8:49 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 8:49 AM PST - 34 comments
LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEKEND IN DESTIN
Leaving for Destin, Florida tomorrow morning, staying in Niceville. I'll be traveling with my musician boyfriend. We will want to catch a live show Friday and Saturday nights. Are there any great bands playing in the area? Cover bands do not qualify. [more inside]
posted by myselfasme at 8:46 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by myselfasme at 8:46 AM PST - 2 comments
What can't egg beaters do?
What can eggs do that egg substitutes (like Egg Beaters) can't? we buy Egg Beaters constantly, but now we have one dozen eggs, no clue what to do with them, and several constraints on how best to use them. [more inside]
Got to Find a Peace of Mind
I'm having trouble searching for this on Google. But, I'd like to know more about the inner workings of the mind. I'm looking for scholarly articles or anecdotes that discuss how people's minds work. I'm primarily looking for details about how vivid images are in people's minds and how close thoughts feel in someone's head. [more inside]
No Retreat! No Surrender!
What is this mid-80's martial arts movie with two kids and terrible editing? It's not "No Retreat, No Surrender". [more inside]
Wrong Career Move- Advice Please
Wrong Career Move- Advice Please [more inside]
Am I on the rebound?
Am I on the rebound? I don't think I am, but when you hear my story you might think I am. How do I know for myself? [more inside]
Transport to Coachella festival
Staying in Palm Springs for Coachella next weekend. What's the best way to get to/from the festival? [more inside]
Help me avoid rush hour
Avoiding 22 East in the Lehigh Valley (PA) on a weeknight: can it be done? [more inside]
posted by Currer Belfry at 7:03 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Currer Belfry at 7:03 AM PST - 3 comments
Looking for real estate primers, etc.
I'm considering investing in real estate in a major US city as a landlord. What resources/books/blogs/best practices can you recommend before diving in? [more inside]
Auto-aggregating homepage?
I have a Wordpress blog as my "homepage". I barely use it, because it has been almost entirely supplanted by Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr.
However I still have a need for a homepage, if only to have somewhere to quickly point people to the aforementioned external services, and maybe a place to stick a link to my Amazon wish list, for example.
Is there a service which will auto-agregate content from Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, etc. and create a nice friendly page to show technophobic family members? [more inside]
posted by Mwongozi at 6:59 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mwongozi at 6:59 AM PST - 7 comments
Podcast about pop music song construction.
I want to listen about popular music songs. I don't want to listen to just songs, but rather about how they're made. Things like instrumental contribution, song structure, different beats, along with examples of how they sound. [more inside]
The 7-11. You take a penny from the tray, right? Well those are whole pennies, right? I'm just talking about fractions of a penny here. But we do it from a much bigger tray and we do it a couple a million times.
What are the risks of online banking? Has anyone developed best practices for consumers and bankers regarding security? [more inside]
posted by benbenson at 5:19 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by benbenson at 5:19 AM PST - 10 comments
Keep the Lights On - Or Else!
My four-year-old woke crying in the middle of the night from a bad dream last week. This has never happened before. All he will say is that it was "very scary." Since then, he insists on all the lights being on in his room all night. [more inside]
posted by 41swans at 4:46 AM PST - 61 comments
posted by 41swans at 4:46 AM PST - 61 comments
Looking for a book on the history of Apple/Macintosh
Looking for a good book on the history of Apple/Macintosh. [more inside]
posted by dbirchum at 4:31 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dbirchum at 4:31 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for instrumental progressive metal
What are some other instrumental progressive metal groups like Animals as Leaders? [more inside]
posted by ollyollyoxenfree at 3:45 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by ollyollyoxenfree at 3:45 AM PST - 13 comments
Ballet Appreciation for Dummy
I'm going to see my first ballet on Saturday. What should I expect, how can I appreciate it, and what should I look out for? [more inside]
posted by TheophileEscargot at 3:15 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by TheophileEscargot at 3:15 AM PST - 9 comments
Authors who write (or wrote . . . if they're dead) Twilight Zone and Outer Limits-esque stories?
Authors who write (or wrote . . . if they're dead) Twilight Zone and Outer Limits-esque stories? [more inside]
Books that will eat up a boring eight hour shift
I have an extremely boring, third shift job, so I'm looking for some book recommendations: fun, exciting, fluffy, silly, funny books - any sort of light reading that will make my excessive downtime at work pass quickly. [more inside]
April 4
phantom cell phone charges! how? why?
i have a boost mobile feature phone. i'm on a pay as you go plan. the phone has been off for several days, yet i continue to see data charges. whats going on? [more inside]
posted by sammich at 11:27 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sammich at 11:27 PM PST - 3 comments
Did I just get worms?
After eating lunch at a friends house today I was shocked to see that his dog was chewing on a fleshy dear head found in the woods. Now I'm worried that I could have contracted worms from the dog if it had been chewing on the head before it licked my hand when I arrived. Is there anything I can do early on to prevent infection? I don't want worms in my stomach, brain, or anywhere else!
Unneeded video cards
What should I do with three almost-new lower-middle-end video cards? [more inside]
posted by colin_l at 11:06 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by colin_l at 11:06 PM PST - 2 comments
Contractor set the house we're buying on fire. Now what?
We're under contract to buy a house. Two weeks before closing, a contractor performing agreed-upon presale repairs caught the house on fire. We've got a lot of questions about what happens next. [more inside]
posted by treblemaker at 11:03 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by treblemaker at 11:03 PM PST - 19 comments
New to Jiu Jitsu. How do I get good?
Help me reconfigure my digital life.
My cellphone and laptop are reaching the end of their runs (a respectable 5 years for the laptop, and a measly two for the phone). In the next several months, I will need to get new devices. But what should I do? New awesome phone (Samsung Galaxy IIS or similar) and keep the current laptop pretty much only for typing and image editing? New basic phone + iPad + plug-in keyboard for the iPad? New basic phone + MacBook Air? More on what I do with my devices (and what I'd like to do with them) after the jump. [more inside]
How do I get peds to stay on my feet?
What type of peds don't slip off your feet? [more inside]
Yet Another Sci-Fi story title quest
I’m looking for the title of a Sci-Fi short story. It involves a species of near humans that live on Earth, but camouflage themselves by the fact that humans can’t remember them. [more inside]
posted by bongo_x at 9:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bongo_x at 9:16 PM PST - 8 comments
I swear I've seen Schoolhouse Rock.
How might I, as a layperson, get a bill/law introduced and passed in my state? [more inside]
posted by meggan at 8:48 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by meggan at 8:48 PM PST - 9 comments
How to Say "Thanks"
Do people give their graduate advisors presents following a successful defense? What would qualify? [more inside]
Fun with rental applications
I'm apartment hunting in British Columbia. When a landlord asks me to fill out a rental application, but doesn't ask for a deposit right away, how binding should I consider the application? [more inside]
Serious Getaway Destinations for a Burnout
Life/work-break destinations and activities for a person with a severe case of career burnout? Looking to take 6 weeks off. [more inside]
Font identification if you please?
Hey typophiles: What font(s) are used in Peyton and Genevieve's wedding invitations? I downloaded a template for DIY printing from the same company, but I guess I don't (yet) have the right fonts and my template currently looks awful. Thanks in advance!
Grad Student in search of perfect digital inker
Tablet or Digitizer that works responsively with MS OneNote v2007 or 2010? Heading to grad school in the fall. My memory recall is much better when taking notes by hand and besides I have some math classes that will cover expressions that don't lend themselves to typing on a keyboard. Years ago had a fujitsu convertible laptop provided by a past employer that worked great when in tablet mode for digitizing handwriting using the stylus but I'm not so keen on purchasing one now as I don't want to outlay that much cash. I could either go for a digitizer - something like the WaCom Bamboo (but NOT the WaCom bamboo as its got known issues with OneNote) or even a full tablet that can do inking and supports OneNote. It seems like the new rage of tablets that Apple ushered in don't do much with digital ink (its all touchy feely touch screens now) and are better suited for consuming content then creating it. Your experience and advice? Difficulty: Budget under $700
Kitty Hookers!
Please tell me that the book described below actually exists, and is not a hallucination resulting from my troubled childhood. [more inside]
posted by OompaLoompa at 7:13 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by OompaLoompa at 7:13 PM PST - 11 comments
Glacier National Park in November ?
Glacier National Park in November as a stop over on an Amtrak ride. Any thoughts or experiences at the park and surrounding areas during this time of year? [more inside]
I confirm that this is a sticky situation!
What should I get my sister for her (Roman Catholic) confirmation? Wrinkle: I'm an atheist. [more inside]
I feel like a schmuck!
I feel like a schmuck and I hate it. Very special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
BMI first or local business first?
I want to join BMI as a MUSIC PUBLISHING COMPANY, which is based in my county and state (as businesses should be) and is a partnership owned by myself and my wife. What is the right order in which to register my companies: BMI first, then state, or state first then BMI? [more inside]
posted by shipbreaker at 7:00 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by shipbreaker at 7:00 PM PST - 3 comments
Where in LA do I take someone who hates LA?
I live in L.A. and I have someone special coming to visit. He didn't much care for this city the last few times he visited, so I want to take him to places that are very un-L.A. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta at 6:30 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by HotPatatta at 6:30 PM PST - 40 comments
Can I fix this late-wedding-gift gaffe?
I am very embarrassed about this. Last September, I attended the wedding of some good friends who live far away from me. At the brunch the day after the wedding, I discussed with the bride the gift I planned to give them to make sure it was one they'd want. AskMe, I still have not ordered that gift. Can I fix this by ordering it now and enclosing a note of apology? What do I say? Or do I get in touch with the couple first to find out if they still need it or would prefer something else in case they've already gotten one for themselves? [more inside]
Other Home Selling Channels
People trying to sell their houses are still facing bloated inventory and falling home values. And I know businesses like YouSellIt are an alternative to realtors to help sellers get their homes on the market. [more inside]
Ditching bedbugs?
I just had a run-in at work with two adult bed bugs. What do I need to do before I go home (heck, before I get in my car) to ensure they don't infest my stuff? [more inside]
posted by saguaro at 5:35 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by saguaro at 5:35 PM PST - 17 comments
Between the present and a Vingian singularity there comes an era where eveyrone is computer illiterate. I'm an early adopter.
I want to set up a personal web space - a blog, some articles and vanity e-mail address type of affair. Unfortunately, I've spent too long using software instead of making it and all my web design and programming knowledge is a hopelessly outdated. What does a person need to know these days if they want to register a domain and set up a not overly complex web page and blog with a service provider who is slightly more scrupulous than the average Batman villain? [more inside]
I'm not looking to travel light...
Suitcase recommendations. It needs to take a beating. It also needs to have 4 wheels. [more inside]
posted by Ookseer at 4:56 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Ookseer at 4:56 PM PST - 6 comments
looking for a gif
Looking for an animated gif involving two people talking about God and the Bible. [more inside]
Taking the random out of racking
After tens of thousands of games of pool, every time I rack the balls I seem to switch about half of them around. I know I'm wasting time. So, I want to know exactly how many balls I should normally expect to swap (the median), and what is the most I should ever have to swap. For those of you who aren't pool nerds like me, I've explained the 8-ball racking process inside. [more inside]
posted by omnigut at 4:24 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by omnigut at 4:24 PM PST - 23 comments
As you read the question, you realize: you know the answer, and you've known it all along.
Any advice on how to switch from writing in second person to writing from a first- or third-person viewpoint? [more inside]
posted by jfoo at 4:11 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jfoo at 4:11 PM PST - 4 comments
No more changing room drama at the scuba shop pleeease.
Can anyone recommend a wetsuit cut for curvy women? I just had the worst shopping experience of my life (seriously, you think bathing suit shopping is bad? At least bathing suits aren't trying to choke you to sweaty death right there in the changing room.) So I figured I'd order some online and try them on at home. Are you a woman with big boobs and thighs, no more than average height with little shoulders and waist, who's found a 2-3 mm wetsuit that fits? [more inside]
What to do when someone you love is lying to you?
What do you do when someone you love is lying to you?
Details inside! Thanks for the advice:) [more inside]
Should I turn these simple programs into *apps*?
Dear Chaps, I have two products, an Excel spreadsheet and a Filemaker Pro database. The excel spreadsheet is for sale to mortgage brokers. It's the kind of thing designed for a user to enter figures and get all kinds of graphs and information based on the data entered. The other is a contact manager database, again designed as an easy-to-use program for the end user. Does it make sense to turn these products into iPhone/Android/Cloud-based apps, and what would be the next steps in doing so? In other words, what exactly would I be turning them into, and whom would I outsource this job to, if it makes economical sense?
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 3:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 3:55 PM PST - 4 comments
Chinese bootleg sensationalist dvd/vcd about 9/11
Does anyone know where to download any of these Chinese sensationalist pseudo-documentaries made of 9/11 that mix real news footage with clips from blockbuster films? They freely mix fact and fiction, using news footage and illegal clips from Hollywood films. There were three made, with the titles: 1) "The Century's Greatest Catastrophe" (I've also seen it called The Century's Great Catastrophe") and 2) "Surprise Attack on America" and 3) "America's Disaster: The Pearl Harbor of the Twenty-First Century"--all made in 2001. There is a report on them in an article that was in the New Yorker. Also mention of them made here. Since they are illegal mash-ups of existing source material, I don't mind if I have to download them from 'questionable' sites. But I'd really like to consult these films for a study I am writing, and would appreciate any pointers as to where to find them.
How to sprite a back
Web design question about using the CSS Sprite technique for speeding up page loads, but while hiding part of the background. [more inside]
posted by steinsaltz at 3:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by steinsaltz at 3:40 PM PST - 8 comments
How is everything related to politics?
How is everything related to politics? [more inside]
Facebook/Instagram overposting problems?
Facebook Instagram issues? Posting each photo separately is taking over my page. [more inside]
Is there anything similar to Paul Oakenfold's Urban Soundtracks?
Is there anything similar to Paul Oakenfold's Urban Soundtracks? [more inside]
Fun with Bunions
I think I'm getting a bunion. Is there anything I can do to reverse it? Or, better yet, could this be something else that is NOT a bunion? [more inside]
posted by something something at 2:37 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by something something at 2:37 PM PST - 10 comments
I wanna print your picture....
What service do MeFites recommend for online photo printing? Difficulty: 200+ prints, 3"x5" print size. [more inside]
Buy out tax treatment
If I've held a stock for ninety days, but te company is bought out in an all cash transaction, do I still have to pay short term capital gains, or do I qualify for different tax treatment?
posted by Pants! at 2:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Pants! at 2:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me get money!
Need investors for a restaurant/bar, but don't know how to get them. [more inside]
Obscure shouldn't mean unattainable
Rhapsody has started to suck. Why? And what are my options? [more inside]
[X group] do it [in Y manner]
Give me your best ______ do it ______ jokes. [more inside]
How can I connect a laptop to dual screen external monitors?
How can I connect a laptop to dual screen external monitors or a single large external monitor and will the resolution make me happy? [more inside]
Raise Your Hand if You're Insured
How do artists and writers in Los Angeles get health insurance? [more inside]
Is it normal for a woman to begin feeling invisible in her thirties?
Is it normal for a woman to begin feeling invisible in her thirties? Please excuse the fact that this question might come off as totally narcissistic and a little crazy but it's been something that has been on my mind a lot lately and I was hoping to get some perspective on the situation. [more inside]
Please hoop me!
How do I go about becoming a fan or follower of pro basketball? [more inside]
posted by Ipsifendus at 11:20 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by Ipsifendus at 11:20 AM PST - 36 comments
Is there a field guide for antenna spotting?
What can I identify about antennas based on their shape, location, etc? And is there a layman's explanation for why they are shaped the way they are? [more inside]
posted by RobotHero at 10:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by RobotHero at 10:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Just a basic download link, please!
Please explain modern file sharing (do I even mean that?) "in the cloud" to me as if I were 6 (or 86)! But first, let me tell you what I need. I'm sure it's very simple… [more inside]
Organic Nuts and Seeds Quality
What's a good online/mailorder source for organic nuts and seeds? A google search turns up a few results, but it doesn't give you an objective look at the quality and freshness of their product. Any experiences you could share? [more inside]
posted by parallax7d at 10:49 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by parallax7d at 10:49 AM PST - 4 comments
Pimp my electricmayhem!
Yey dumpster diving! I'm inheriting two working, giant, light boards (like the kind for tracing)-- Yey electric installation art!! I'm into organic, time-lapse, living things... Ideas? [more inside]
What is this calliope tune?
Do you know what this song is? It was recorded from the Stinson Organ at the Griffith Park Carousel. Thanks!
What does "jouir en bien" mean in English?
I need a translation of a family motto: "jouir en bien" or "joir en bien". [more inside]
meaning of the bumper stickers
I'm trying to read Duncan's essay,"What Fundamentalists Need for Their Salvation". Now I 'd like to know about three phrases that he writes in it, " ....plaster our cars with bumper stickers that say 1,2, and 3, and leave it at that."
1) Mean People Suck
2) No Billionaire Left Behind
3) Who would Jesus Bomb?
Are all the phrases popular? What do you want to say by plastering your cars with them?Does it show that you are a cool onlooker or something? I have no idea.
posted by mizukko at 10:33 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by mizukko at 10:33 AM PST - 3 comments
Can you decode this Javascript spam?
Help me decode this obfuscated javascript spam document I accidentally ran in my browser [more inside]
posted by coffee and minarets at 10:31 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by coffee and minarets at 10:31 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me populate a spreadsheet by scraping an RSS feed.
I would like to scrape information from an RSS feed into an Excel-readable text file for a completely legal non-copyright violating use. In a better world, I'd have access to the database that generates the feed, but since this ain't a perfect world it appears that scraping is my best bet. Are there tools that will help me automate this, or programming tutorials that will help me figure it out myself (it's been 15 years since I last write any code beyond simple SQL queries)? [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak at 10:21 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by croutonsupafreak at 10:21 AM PST - 9 comments
Where to buy inexpensive checks online?
Where do people recommend buying inexpensive checks online? Most of the sites I've tried that advertise low prices tack on relatively large fees at the end. I am in the United States and like duplicate wallet checks with simple designs.
A Passover without the brisket
I'll be spending Passover on my own somewhere with next-to-no Jews. I have no access to Kosher meat and a very limited supply of Matzo (no meal/farfel, etc.) and any packaged goods. Where are all the awesome, easy, vegetarian Passover recipes? [more inside]
PHP Form woes
LearningProgramming(PHP)Filter: I have a form with a select field (with about 70 options) and a couple of radio buttons. The final result differs according to what has been selected. I'm pretty sure the worst possible way to do this would be to use a lot of IF and IF ELSE statements but I'm not sure what would be the "correct" way to do it. [more inside]
posted by Memo at 10:03 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Memo at 10:03 AM PST - 13 comments
Cardio/alcohol
Question about the compulsion to drink beer disappearing when I exercise. [more inside]
posted by naju at 10:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by naju at 10:02 AM PST - 9 comments
the (right) apartment
Apartment Scouting Trip: how the heck to I do it? [more inside]
What was this weird YA novel about alternate realities?
Name that YA novel: a prince whose people live in a dream world and shun reality meets a princess who can make stuff from HER dreams come true in real life, and they go on some sort of adventure. [more inside]
posted by showbiz_liz at 9:50 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by showbiz_liz at 9:50 AM PST - 2 comments
Online writing forums and communities?
Looking for online fiction, non-fiction and creative writing communities and forums of all kinds. [more inside]
Happy guests AND clean carpet?
We're having a housewarming party. Yay! Our house has white carpets and we live in a redwood grove with dirt paths. It's been raining tons. How do we keep our guests comfortable and our carpets clean? [more inside]
posted by chatongriffes at 9:44 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by chatongriffes at 9:44 AM PST - 22 comments
Choose your own job title.
I need a new job title... and I get to make it up. Help me come up with something both awesome and professional. [more inside]
Orange County Honeymoon - what do do, what to see?
My lovely bride and I will be married later this year. Due to scheduling issues, we'll be taking our honeymoon in January 2013, in Capistrano Beach. We need some ideas on what to see and do in and near Orange County. [more inside]
Wedding bell blues...
Wedding filter: Help me help a friend find a wedding dress on a budget in Los Angeles. [more inside]
¡Mi gramática en español es jodida! ¡Ayudame!
My Spanish grammar is all kinds of effed up. How do I correct this? [more inside]
Looking for a specific weed grinder
I'm looking for a weed grinder. It looks like a stack of coins. Three pieces total. I can't remember which president is on the face. I recently bought this one from amazon but it's way too big. The other one fits in the palm of your hand and has a nice weight.
I'm in NYC but have no clue about head shops or which ones would have it. This is a sentimental gift and it's really important that I get at least 2 of them. Please help!
What is that video with zombies and a guy with a beard?
There is a song that is haunting me. In the video of the song, the lead singer had a long scruffy beard and there were zombies. Help? [more inside]
posted by sciurine at 9:05 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sciurine at 9:05 AM PST - 7 comments
It's not head vs. heart, it's more like heart vs. heart.
Reverse-breakup filter! We broke up, but both clearly still feel deeply for one another. So... now what? What determines whether a relationship is worth going back to? As always, snowflakes inside! [more inside]
Help me spend less time in the bathroom while I'm on a liquid diet.
How do I keep from having diarrhea while on a liquid diet? [more inside]
posted by Wordwoman at 8:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Wordwoman at 8:50 AM PST - 6 comments
Should I join a major political party?
I'm a U.S. citizen currently registered as "No Party". Why should I, or shouldn't I, join one of the political parties? [more inside]
Service that can provide archiving of online text?
{VendorCrisisFilter} In my office we pay for a vendor to monitor and archive our mentions in broadcast, online, and print media. Without giving us any warning, they changed their service this month so that we can no longer archive online clips. Our contract is not up until August. [more inside]
Awesome my trip! [Sioux City Edition]
In Sioux City, IA, this weekend. What to do and where should I stay? AirBnB fails--Yelp is anemic--the center does not hold. I like weird bnb's, actual humans, small towns, couch surfs, glbt stuff, sci-fi. Enjoy rural life just fine :) Happy to spend money. (Me: 30s, male, if it matters!)
horse-racing
tell me about great horses, racing and good writers [more inside]
Preparation tips for a meeting with city officials?
Have you ever planned a weekly community event? I have a meeting with city officials tomorrow and, having never planned anything like this, I don't know what to expect. Should I bring graphs and spreadsheets? What questions should I ask? [more inside]
posted by Glinn at 8:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Glinn at 8:20 AM PST - 9 comments
Do serious JavaScript coders use string-formatting methods like big()?
Do serious JavaScript coders use string-formatting methods like big()?
posted by markcmyers at 8:15 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by markcmyers at 8:15 AM PST - 5 comments
I Don't Need a Law to Be Safe!
I am trying to find the actual law which states that infants younger than one year old and under 20 pounds need to be in a rear-facing car seat in Minnesota. Not only can I not find the actual law, but I am getting conflicting information on .gov and .org websites. My research trail inside... [more inside]
posted by TinWhistle at 7:57 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by TinWhistle at 7:57 AM PST - 9 comments
What to do with all these emotions
Help. Extra-marital infatuation, what can I do? [more inside]
What should roommates agree to in writing, beyond the lease?
I'm moving into an apartment with a new roommate and want to draw up a basic agreement (beyond our lease) covering our division of responsibilities and expectations in case one of us wants to move out. What should such a document cover? [more inside]
Folders in one place please?
Why is folder copying on my Windows 7 laptop all hinky? [more inside]
Property Trust, LLC or Quick Deed?
Property transfer from Father to Son. Should we do a simple quick deed, LLC, or set up a trust? One attonrney reccomended the LLC, another said a trust is "safer", what does MeFi think? Thank you! [more inside]
Vanity? Sizing? Vanity sizing?
Can anyone read this dress label, please? What language, and what does it say? (I'm asking for a friend.)
posted by peagood at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by peagood at 6:32 AM PST - 4 comments
Covering the uncoverable
Health insurance quagmire (NYC based)
A year and a half ago for the first time in my life I got health insurance. It wasn't an easy process, as I am a small business owner, and it was difficult to find a policy that my employment status (I was categorized as self employed for this policy) made me eligible for.
All was fine until last November, when I made a late payment. I thought I had put my payments on auto pay on my online banking, but apparently I messed up the process along the way and the payment didn't go out. [more inside]
Need to stock up on some meat before my next flight!
How easy is it to get in and out of Dallas/Fort Worth airport to go get some tasty BBQ on a Wednesday around lunchtime? [more inside]
posted by Grither at 6:32 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Grither at 6:32 AM PST - 13 comments
What is the Folk Web?
I'm looking for 'Folk' Web Cultures. I am thinking of the recent take-down of Geocities, which seemed to refresh people's love of the naff, kitsch aesthetic it was famous for, as a prime example. What are some other folk cultures still lingering in the dark corners of the web? [more inside]
Should I sign a new lease or go month-to-month?
What are the benefits of renewing a lease versus going month-to-month? Location: Toronto. [more inside]
posted by 1UP at 5:36 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by 1UP at 5:36 AM PST - 10 comments
Rockists who tried synth-pop?
Which artists had an uncharacteristic attempt at synthpop/electronica in the 70s/80s? [more inside]
posted by meech at 5:20 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by meech at 5:20 AM PST - 22 comments
How to view a PDF on shared drive on a tablet without downloading it to the device first?
Can Ipad (or any other tablet) be used to browse and view a folder of documents (mostly PDF/Office) on a shared drive over Wifi without actually downloading the file to the device? [more inside]
when is it OK to forgive someone for their mistakes?
when is it OK to forgive someone for their mistakes? [more inside]
posted by timsneezed at 3:36 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by timsneezed at 3:36 AM PST - 30 comments
Can I buy health insurance as a long-stay visitor in France?
I'm an American living in France on a long-stay visitor's visa (I'm here as an artist in residence working on comics in Angoulême). To get my visa, I had to prove I had health insurance. At the time of my visa application, I had American health insurance which covered only emergencies abroad, so I assumed that if anything came up, I would pay out of pocket here in France and then, well, go home if anything really grave came about. I also bought travelers insurance from World Nomads to cover repatriation (necessary for the visa). Now, because of reasons that I wont go into here, I have lost my American health insurance and am left with only the travelers insurance, which is really not sufficient. I'd like to stay in France and am planning to renew my visa for another year, so I want to make sure everything is in order. I'd also like to be covered! Is it possible to buy French health insurance as a foreigner who is technically a "non-resident"? I've googled a bit and found some links to various companies who seem to do just this, but I would like to hear from others who have done the same or who know something about it.
posted by minicloud at 2:34 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by minicloud at 2:34 AM PST - 9 comments
Tupac cares, if don't nobody else care
Staying positive when it seems like everything has gone wrong - snowflakes within [more inside]
posted by lifethatihavenotlivedyet at 1:55 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lifethatihavenotlivedyet at 1:55 AM PST - 16 comments
What's that funky dance move?
My young son is doing dance and we'd love some help identifying the name of a specific dance move. [more inside]
posted by greenhornet at 1:52 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by greenhornet at 1:52 AM PST - 4 comments
What's the deal with haystacks?
I'm not sure I understand how haystacks work. Help please? [more inside]
posted by RokkitNite at 12:40 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by RokkitNite at 12:40 AM PST - 20 comments
April 3
One of many.
Looking for a very specific dragon picture book I cannot recall; of the sort where species are listed like a field guide. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by solarion at 9:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by solarion at 9:54 PM PST - 4 comments
I could purchase Yoda, but....
Just got a Garmin nüvi 1450. Garmin will let me download voices for it. Some of these are amusing, but are there other sources for voices beside the official Garmin Store? I'm willing to consider both free and paid voice packs if they're out there.
I don't understand networking.
I’m a dissatisfied academic looking to enter the workforce, and I’ve been trying to use informational interviews to begin building a professional network, but it doesn’t seem to be working. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
How to aim a spotlight in the dark
I'm putting together a presentation at a conference, and want to use a trick where a spotlight, after spinning seemingly randomly for a few minutes, will stop on cue at a particular point in an otherwise dark room. How can I accomplish this? [more inside]
How Many Freaking Trips to Ulster County I Gotta Make???
Can (NY state) traffic court simply reschedule your trial if a cop fails to show at the hearing? [more inside]
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:15 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:15 PM PST - 12 comments
Stain-free hotels in Syracuse
Looking for a clean, inexpensive (<125/night) place to stay this weekend in Syracuse, NY. [more inside]
posted by anthropoid at 8:09 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by anthropoid at 8:09 PM PST - 16 comments
Help Me Kick It Up a Notch!
Looking for basic recipes to increase my culinary expertise [more inside]
Painting my way to Marrakesh.
I love the walls in this photograph. Moroccan, textured, uneven. I'm moving into a new place soon. I don't know much about painting. What do I need to do to make my walls look like this?
posted by Jairus at 8:06 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Jairus at 8:06 PM PST - 19 comments
Where can 8- to 10- year-olds go to do research on the Internet?
If you were giving a presentation to a group of 3rd and 4th graders (ages 8-10) on how to do research for school projects on the internet, what would you tell them? Where would you point them? [more inside]
posted by slappy_pinchbottom at 7:55 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by slappy_pinchbottom at 7:55 PM PST - 10 comments
Yet another "what is this novel..." question!
Yet another "what is this novel..." question! [more inside]
posted by slipperywhenwet at 7:49 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by slipperywhenwet at 7:49 PM PST - 9 comments
Stuck In between a Chorus and a Hard Place!
Im writing a song right now on my acoustic guitar, my first song, and I'm a little stuck, I've got some good chord progressions, I know my key (C) I just dont know where to go from there [more inside]
Dancing About Architecture
Is there a site that aggregates long-form "rock" music writing? [more inside]
Banging pots (looking for some)!
Pots and pans filter, the pots edition. Good brands for reasonable prices? [more inside]
posted by VikingSword at 7:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by VikingSword at 7:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Is getting a B.S. in computer science worthwhile?
Which aspects of computer science are profitable and worthwhile? Help a high schooler going off to college... [more inside]
how to talk to boss about subpar work due to depression
Boss wants to talk about why I haven't been in the office that much these past few months and why my work is not up to par. I've been struggling with depression. How can I talk to him about this? [more inside]
Pet-friendly Boat Tour in/around NYC?
Travelling to NYC area this summer with 3 people and small, well-behaved dog. Looking for boat tours that are pet-friendly. Hopefully something that goes around Manhattan, but any waterway in the area would be nice. Any ideas?
What did the sawbones see?
Internet strangers well-versed in cardiology, lend me your insight! My sister had a stress echocardiography / treadmill test today and is awaiting the results. The attending physician had some funny questions for her that made her wonder about a possible abnormal result. [more inside]
Is there any coded thing to find and collect *.mp3 from my hdd according to my loved last.fm songs and make a .m3u ?
Is there any coded thing to find and collect *.mp3 from my hdd according to my loved last.fm songs and make a .m3u ?
I scrobble mainly from my PC so it would be really great to have this possibility of possibilities !! [more inside]
posted by amomp3 at 5:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by amomp3 at 5:33 PM PST - 3 comments
Best water filter?
I want to start filtering my tap water with those things that screw onto the faucet or those pitchers you fill up with water. What is the best (in terms of actual badness removed) thing I could run to Costco, WalMart, Target, or similar and pick up tonight?
Why are appliances so crummy these days?
Has anyone noticed that the quality of kitchen appliances these days is really, really bad? I think I need a new dishwasher. [more inside]
posted by PJSibling at 5:28 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by PJSibling at 5:28 PM PST - 19 comments
How do I survive the city?
Moving to a big, foreign city from a very small American town- what skills or situations should a country lady be aware of? In other words, how do I not die and/or not go crazy from the people? So. Many. People. [more inside]
posted by Bibliogeek at 5:18 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Bibliogeek at 5:18 PM PST - 30 comments
Voluntarily going back to the dark ages
I'm moving soon and am seriously considering not getting high speed internet at my new apartment. This is partially to reduce costs and partially to shake up my life and see what kind of changes come from it. [more inside]
Replacing a broken cell phone
My wife dropped her AT&T Blackberry Torch 9800 in water last night, and even though the phone wasn't damp inside, it doesn't power up. We just came from the local AT&T store, and we can't upgrade until July. The only options they gave us were to buy a new Blackberry Torch for $499 or wait four months and buy it for $99. Do we have any other options? The phone's data has been backed up to our PC, so we'd really like to replace it with a Torch (she likes the keyboard) or at least a compatible phone so the data can be restored.
How many .25 oz servings of Mint Chip can I get for free?
How many ice cream samples is too many? [more inside]
I've forgotten the name of a band
Can you help me remember the name of this electronic musician from the almost uselessly small amount of information I'm able to provide? [more inside]
doctors - so smart, but such horrible handwriting.
Calling all physicians and handwriting experts - what does this say on my mom's death certificate? [more inside]
posted by raztaj at 3:35 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by raztaj at 3:35 PM PST - 4 comments
When I'm 64?
What happens to elderly people in the United States who have run out of retirement savings, can't work, and aren't getting enough from Social Security to cover their living expenses? [more inside]
Standards that cover rust maintenance and management
Are there any standards (OSHA, ANSI, IMC, or NEC come to mind) that govern an employers responsibility to ensure that rust in old building structures do not create a hazardous work environment? [more inside]
posted by nickerbocker at 3:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by nickerbocker at 3:06 PM PST - 6 comments
It's a slog to vlog
I am looking for a tutorial for video blogging. Old questions are old and I'm sure there is new software out there by now. Advice/experience? [more inside]
Why would a school turn a prospective student away?!
California Filter: I'm a recent graduate of a Master's level counseling program and cannot find work that will enable me to fulfill state requirements for licensure. I'm considering enrolling in an Associate's degree program in a closely related field with better job prospects. I'd be relying on federal financial aid to complete this degree, which is specifically an Associate's in Science. The problem is that the financial aid office claims that I cannot obtain federal student aid because I already hold a Bachelor's. Apparently, at this school there's a cap on federal aid - they don't offer it once students graduate with a BA or BS. I called Direct Loans to confirm this, and they said they'd never heard of this. The financial aid office suggested that I use private loans, but that's not an option for me. At all. So.... I'm turning to the hive mind. Any info is greatly appreciated!! Has anyone had this problem? Figured out any workarounds?
posted by luciddream928 at 2:37 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by luciddream928 at 2:37 PM PST - 12 comments
Interior advice: What do I do about these yellow walls?
My apartment has ugly yellow walls and I can't do anything about the color. How can I make them less bland? [more inside]
I'd like to get back into drawing and looking for some advice.
I'd like to get back into drawing and looking for some advice. [more inside]
Debugging a website to make it work with IE
Advice on making a website work with Internet Explorer. [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 1:42 PM PST - 10 comments
Infinite Malady Dog
Pet Insurance: is it still a racket when there is something constantly wrong with your pet? [more inside]
Do I need to refinance or is my bank just suggesting this because they are trying to help me?
I have inherited a house in Massachusetts that has a mortgage. I am the executor and also one of the beneficiaries. The other beneficiary and I want to assume ownership of the house together. I contacted the bank that holds the mortgage and they suggested that I refinance. I'd prefer not to. I'm not sure if I have to. Do I have options? I have a lawyer and a banker but I'd like advice on how to approach this inheritance issue before I talk to them more about this. [more inside]
Any good readings on survivor guilt?
Anyone know of any good readings on survivor guilt? (And maybe even how to deal with it?) [more inside]
"It whirls, it whirls!"
Do you know about building mobiles? Looking for book recommendations, your favorite mobile makers (or mobiles) and any tips and tricks for finding balance with mobiles. [more inside]
How do I become an artist's agent?
A friend of mine is a serious artist/painter who's asked me to be his agent so I was wondering how to structure the money side of the equation?
Is there a standard agent's commission based upon a percentage of the price of each painting sold through the gallery or galleries? [more inside]
Noir seventies stories?
looking for noirish novels/stories etc. that take place in the 70s - that might could involve a male protagonist dealing with a 'seedier' side of western living (motels/ dive bars etc.)
Help Unscratchify My Scarf!
I have a lovely scarf, comprised primarily of metallic thread, which I have never worn because it is so dang scratchy. Ideas for making it softer? [more inside]
Inclusive desserts, delivered, for average and cross-fit friends?
Paleo cupcake delivery in DC? Does not exist, but... [more inside]
cat fight
Trivial "problem" filter: Significant other and I had a fight over how he treats his cat. [more inside]
where to buy a smaller mens suit?
[men's suit help for a smaller genderqueer suit wearer] i'm a 32-34 chest with small arms. is my only option a custom made suit? [more inside]
Is this one of those times when I should stop critiquing?
The ring is holding me back from getting engaged. Please help me find a way to be creative within the bounds of social expectation, or else help me get over my hangups. [more inside]
How to shorten LOTS of URLs?
What is the best way to shorten ALL of the URL's on a page / in an email? [more inside]
Neti pot panic
I used a neti pot with plain tap water and the saline solution. Then I read that you could get brain-eating bacteria from it. I am at work having a panic attack now. Hope me, Metafilter! [more inside]
All the news in 5 minutes.
A few days ago the New York Times discontinued the New York Times Front Page podcast. Help me find a replacement. I'm looking for a short (5-10 minutes) podcast that gives a quick overview of the news of the day. [more inside]
posted by bswinburn at 12:35 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bswinburn at 12:35 PM PST - 4 comments
I don't know if she's a good secretary, but she wrote a great paper on Nietzsche...
Quick reference etiquette question: Is it weird to use a professor as a reference for a job unrelated to academic studies? What is the best way to ask them? [more inside]
Using shelves as a permanent ladder?
Funky closets & the need to climb: do you know of any shelving that can be also used as a ladder, but which is NOT "ladder shelves" (that is, not the kind that lean against the wall at an angle)? [more inside]
No power rails leaves me derailed...
Help save my arduino project: I cannot find any information on how to wire things to a solderless breadboard that does not have any power rails. [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 12:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kitcat at 12:00 PM PST - 8 comments
Will I die from contamination?
I lived in a neighborhood whose water was contaminated by uranium from a local power plant. Could it have affected me? [more inside]
Belching is taboo. Unless it's not.
The Chinese guy in the office next to me belches loudly, several times a day. How can I get him to stop without anyone losing face? [more inside]
posted by Liesl at 11:07 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Liesl at 11:07 AM PST - 15 comments
Help with naming personal shopping business.
Asking for a redheaded friend in Birmingham, AL: Please help name my personal shopping/errands business! [more inside]
posted by jocelmeow at 11:03 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jocelmeow at 11:03 AM PST - 15 comments
Make it work for me please!
MS Access Filter: Magic button wanted! How do I code it? I want a one-click button on my form which will pop open a table (or query --I may determine that a query works better) housed in a separate database. Can you help? [more inside]
They made me learn Lisp
What are the big stories in Artificial Intelligence research these days? [more inside]
posted by shothotbot at 10:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by shothotbot at 10:49 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me avoid the holiday pitfall!
What are strategies that I can implement to avoid constantly unhealthy food choice while visiting family [more inside]
posted by duddes02 at 10:48 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by duddes02 at 10:48 AM PST - 24 comments
On the Streets of Philadelphia
PhillyFilter: Please help me know what to expect when I drive to Memorial Hall/Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, from the south. [more inside]
Semi-Abandoned Car, how to proceed?
Helping a guy down on his luck, who knew someone who knew someone who I knew, I agreed to let him store a car on my property for an undefined time. The car was brought in on a flatbed, and placed. Two years later, we can no longer store the car, and need to figure out what to do. The owner has no money to pay to store it anywhere, and no place of his own to keep it. What can I do to a) find a new home for this car, b) make sure it doesn't stay here indefinitely? [more inside]
Nasty surprises for East Bay homeowners?
What's horrible about owning a home in Berkeley, Oakland, or Albany? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 10:37 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by kristi at 10:37 AM PST - 11 comments
Starting to play rugby
I want to start playing rugby (I think!) but I'm having issues... [more inside]
posted by Scottie_Bob at 10:32 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Scottie_Bob at 10:32 AM PST - 12 comments
Help a grandmother out...
Dearly loved but severely hearing impaired/deaf family member + unscripted wedding/vacation. Are there any solutions, technological or other, that you can recommend that might help them, and by proxy us, enjoy the festivities by knowing what key players are saying? [more inside]
High-quality mockup renders
Please reveal your best-guarded design resource secrets and point me towards some low-cost (yet high-quality!) mock-up photos of hands and tablets [more inside]
Senior home in India
How to start an old age home for seniors in India? [more inside]
posted by pakora1 at 9:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by pakora1 at 9:41 AM PST - 6 comments
Happy birthday, dear Queen Beatrix! Happy birthday to you
We have 24 hours in Amsterdam and are arriving on April 30th, which I have just found out is “Koninginnedag” (Queens day). What should we expect, and is there anything in particular we can take advantage of doing or seeing? [more inside]
The Incorruptible's
I'm looking for a list who are either currently known as being Incorruptible, or were known during their time, or even we now to have been so. [more inside]
posted by SollosQ at 9:18 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by SollosQ at 9:18 AM PST - 17 comments
Help me improve my ironing technique
Clothes lovers and metafilter others, help me find a better iron or come up with an alternative. [more inside]
Christian apologetics book recommendations that accept the fact of evolution
Looking for recommendations for books on Christian apologetics that take seriously the reality of evolution rather than denying it in favor of the argument from design. [more inside]
posted by huxham at 9:07 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by huxham at 9:07 AM PST - 12 comments
For them, this night will be *very* different
I'm hosting a seder that will include as many gentiles as Jews and this will be the non-Jews' first experience at a Passover dinner. Tips for making the experience enjoyable and non-awkward are sought. Experiences from the vantage of host or attendee are also appreciated. [more inside]
What's the benefit of a masters and 401k?
I need help deciding the benefit of a 401k and a free masters degree for a software engineer who likes his current job but is hearing the siren's song from the private sector. [more inside]
Help me navigate the untraditional wedding waters
Yay, we got married, it was awesome, perfect for us, we invited NO ONE! However, it is a first marriage for both us, who are each in our early thirties and I'm having a hard time reconciling competing ideas from friends, family, and even my silly head. Can you help me figure out to include our loved ones in the celebration in a way that is fun for everyone and stressful for no one? (This gets a little long and rambling) [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 8:59 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by stormygrey at 8:59 AM PST - 27 comments
Combing through my options
I am very vain and particular about my hair, which I wear in a parted pompadour. I would like to carry a quality gentleman's comb, possibly with a case. Something with a vintage, classy look that elicit admiration and envy. Can you help me find this comb on the internet or in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by Lieber Frau at 8:53 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Lieber Frau at 8:53 AM PST - 15 comments
Explaining death to baby atheists
Atheist families: how have you talked about death with your small children? [more inside]
How severe a scratch is normal when two cats who live together fight?
How severe a scratch is normal when two cats who live together fight? [more inside]
License and identification
Quick music ID question: What is the original hip hop track that this beat is from? Also for bonus points, what's the sample from originally?
posted by cloeburner at 8:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by cloeburner at 8:26 AM PST - 2 comments
Baby needs a new pair of boots...
Need men's leather dress boots that can stand up to actual work. [more inside]
So Betty and HP go on an adventure
Trying to remember a novel I read that sort of had Betty Page and HP Lovecraft in it [more inside]
Fiction with unusual narrators
Reccommend me some fiction with unusual narrators! [more inside]
posted by marginaliana at 8:14 AM PST - 60 comments
posted by marginaliana at 8:14 AM PST - 60 comments
Make my stereo glitter and hum.
My stereo needs more blinkenlights. Point me to some neat projects I can do. [more inside]
I'm looking for poetry that makes exceptional use of enjambment, both positively and negatively.
I'm looking for poetry that makes exceptional use of enjambment, both positively and negatively. [more inside]
I want to return a found iphone.
I found an iphone. It's locked. No carrier info on the casing. I want to return it to the user, or turn it into the carrier. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by zarq at 7:50 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by zarq at 7:50 AM PST - 27 comments
Is he just not that into me?
It was probably a one night stand. So, to text or not to text? [more inside]
Making great clips for Youtube: best app and workflow?
I have these tv series episodes that I want to use to create video clips to upload to Youtube. How should I structure this workflow? Which application should I use to organize the original videos? [more inside]
Energy = Rabbit + Drum?
What is energy? I am looking for SCIENCE! [more inside]
Somewhere to put the Parents and Guests
I am looking for recommendations for a guest bed that can be folded or rolled up easily for storage. I am not looking for a day bed or trundle bed (no room) or an airbed (we've tried this twice already, the cats destroy them within hours). [more inside]
posted by instead of three wishes at 7:11 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by instead of three wishes at 7:11 AM PST - 4 comments
Tempering Trouble
Chocolate just wont temper [more inside]
How many days are considered "giving him time"?
I asked for him to give us another try. He said he didn't know how to respond, needed some time/space to think, and that we'd talk soon. MeFi poll: how many days would this mean to you? Explanation inside. [more inside]
Do people prone to depression and similar illnesses tend to (unwittingly?) form social groups together?
Do people prone to depression and similar illnesses tend to (unwittingly?) form social groups together? [more inside]
Kosher-for-passover cake?
What is your favorite kosher-for-Passover cake recipe? [more inside]
Distance learning novel writing course wanted
I'm looking for a recommendation for an online creative writing class that will help me finish the novel I'm writing. Does anyone on the green have experience with such a class that they could share? [more inside]
A tin foil for humanity
Please recommend sci-fi featuring “noble” androids. [more inside]
is Alamo car rental ok?
is Alamo car rental ok? [more inside]
Does she love me? I love her!
Found myself head-over-heels in love with my friend. Our interactions have gotten exceedingly flirtatious. Is she in love, too? What's your opinion? Details after the jump. [more inside]
Birthday blues - am I being unreasonable?
Birthday blues - issues with a specific friend. Am I being unreasonable? [more inside]
Non-prescription ADD drugs with non-anectodal evidence
37 y.o. with ADHD here, diagnosed a few years ago. Ritalin works a bit, but gives me headaches. Dexadrine doesn't seem to do a whole lot except make sleep impossible (hence the 6am post). My psychiatrist says that if I don't tolerate those, I won't tolerate the others, either. Are there any non-prescription supplements or medications that might help and have some kind of hard evidence to support their efficacy? [more inside]
Awwww yeah, baby. I'm feeling that. Play that one more time.
Looking for a particular song, or barring that at particular song type. Sort of vague. [more inside]
posted by Gargantuantoe at 3:02 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Gargantuantoe at 3:02 AM PST - 10 comments
handling new information without flying off the handle
When you learn something about someone you care about that negatively changes the way you think and view that person, how do you reconcile your new view with the one you had previously? [more inside]
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 12:34 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 12:34 AM PST - 21 comments
April 2
Return of the Condor Heroes: Yang Guo and Xiaolongnu age difference?
I really must know... In the Chinese wuxia story Return of the Condor Heroes, how much older than Yang Guo is Xiaolongnu?
TIA
posted by Ky at 11:00 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Ky at 11:00 PM PST - 2 comments
How to be more arrogant
How to be more arrogant [more inside]
I'm addicted to twelve-step programs!
I can't seem to stick to a goal or self-improvement regime for more than a few days before switching to a newer, shinier, better one. Help. [more inside]
posted by cortisol at 10:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by cortisol at 10:36 PM PST - 10 comments
Cause of vertigo?
I've noticed that my threshold for spinning and swinging and just generally moving quickly can make me extremely dizzy. Is it middle age creeping up, or am I just out of shape? Or both? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 10:24 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by zardoz at 10:24 PM PST - 16 comments
Bad Laboratory Experiences
How do I bow gracefully out of this volunteer project with a professor that just isn't working out? And should I even? [more inside]
posted by Conspire at 9:29 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Conspire at 9:29 PM PST - 10 comments
I need to go somewhere beyond the MTA subway system.
I desperately need to reset. I need recommendations for beautiful restorative places I can get to cheaply from NYC for a week long vacation that will keep me from looking like someone out of a Jacob Riis photograph. [more inside]
posted by This_Will_Be_Good at 9:20 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by This_Will_Be_Good at 9:20 PM PST - 15 comments
Are we not hosed?
We're trying to understand what we can do about some financial hardships my fiance incurred from her previous relationship...
Let's say they agree that he owes her around $5,000 for rent and shared expenses when they were living together. But so far, he's payed her back next to no part of that. If she has records of the debt I imagine she could take him to small claims court, but how does that work? If a judge decides he owes her the money, but he's still broke, what happens then? [more inside]
Can I use a re-sellers permit for products I don't make a profit on?
Can I use a re-sellers permit for products I don't make a profit on? [more inside]
Achy muscles an allergic reaction?
I ache all over, and have post nasal drip with a bit of ear congestion. I also feel hot when I touch my face and neck but I do not register a fever. I woke up like this today, and I currently feel TURRIBLE with the body aches. Feels like the flu, but shouldn't be because I had that in February. Is this an allergic reaction? [more inside]
How to recapture your 20s
For practically everyone I know, myself included, their 20s contained the best times of their lives and many experiences that likely will not be repeated or enjoyed as thoroughly as they get older. What is the secret for me - or anyone else - to recapture the magic of youth as life goes on and responsibilities grow? More details, including snowflakes, inside. [more inside]
posted by st starseed at 7:55 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by st starseed at 7:55 PM PST - 57 comments
Seeking job dilemma advice
Need some advice here.
Applied for a job, had a good interview and I have a pretty good feeling they'd like to offer me the job, but...
The job is part-time (20 hrs), no benefits.
As of today, they have another part-time position open which is also a good fit for my combo of experience and skills. I've done this job, and I could do this job again tomorrow. [more inside]
DC Parking?
DCfilter: I may be moving in to the District really quickly with super short notice. Like, in a few days quickly. How do I get all my parking/car registration info sorted out so I have somewhere to park? [more inside]
Needed: politically biased "data" on energy use
My brother is asking for research help, and it's definitely not my area of expertise. Can anyone help him out? He needs books on energy use, but he wants them biased. Yes. [more inside]
posted by timepiece at 7:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by timepiece at 7:27 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me get me career (and life) back
How can I get my career (and life) back? [more inside]
It's a Gecko love, a Gecko
Could a gecko really trip the breakers in an electrical mains box? [more inside]
posted by gomichild at 7:09 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by gomichild at 7:09 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me identify an old Looney Tunes cartoon with a crooning rooster and baby boys?
I'm trying to find the name of an old Looney Tunes cartoon featuring a crooning rooster giving advice on how to have baby boys. [more inside]
posted by suimin at 7:04 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by suimin at 7:04 PM PST - 1 comment
Help us have fun!
Charleston must sees and must dos? [more inside]
Personal website
Thanks to a lead from a question I posted on this mefi thread, I finally found the contraption I was looking for to help disabled people go hiking. [more inside]
Taxes! Blergh!
What would be the best way for me to go about doing taxes? [more inside]
hook me up, scotty!
Easy wireless tethering without rooting/jailbreaking? [more inside]
As men approach 40, their innermost desires turn to shoe horns.
I am seeking suggestions for shoe horns. [more inside]
I need one of these.
I have this mouse, a "Microsoft Optical Mouse (Blue)". I need a replacement mouse, and I want it to be either another one of these, or sized and shaped as close to it as possible. Please help me find it! [more inside]
Jane Got to Spain
I'm trying to find an article or possible radio story about Perry Farrell explaining the song Jane Says and the real Jane he based it on. [more inside]
Flies in house (Seattle). Constantly. Really?
I'm not sure what's happening here but I have a steady stream of flies into my house (I'd say 4-5 every five days) and none of my Interwebs explanations seem to apply. What the $@%@ is going in here? [more inside]
Need a postbacc in NYC...
What would be the best post-bacc program in NYC for my situation? [more inside]
How do I become a better cocktail maker?
How do I become a better mixologist/cocktail guru? [more inside]
What now?
I didn't get into graduate school. All of my hopes/dreams/etc. were riding on this. Now what? [more inside]
Will my babies (toddlers) cope for 3 days without breastfeeding?
Will my babies (toddlers) cope for 3 days without breastfeeding? Will I accidentally wean them cold turkey? [more inside]
posted by bingoes at 4:15 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by bingoes at 4:15 PM PST - 18 comments
Fiber fiber fiber...
I need some advice on best hardware / best practice when running ethernet over fiber optic. [more inside]
posted by roygbv at 4:09 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by roygbv at 4:09 PM PST - 12 comments
UK citizen in US, divorcing, what forms to fill out?
I am a soon-to-be-divorced UK citizen (soon-to-be ex-wife is American) with a permanent resident card (expires 2019). Married in May 2007, came here September 2010, divorcing either this month or next. I'm moving to San Francisco end of May 2012. What, if anything, do I have to tell INS regarding my marital status? And which forms to fill out? [more inside]
posted by slater at 3:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by slater at 3:44 PM PST - 8 comments
How should I care for my knee injury until I can get to the doctor?
I've been experiencing moderate to severe pain in my knees for awhile. My doctor referred me to a sports medicine doctor and I have an appointment at the end of the month, but what can I do until then to minimize pain and lessen further damage? Ice? Stretch? Strengthening exercises? Resting is only an option up to a certain point. [more inside]
Miami, feed me
Heading to Miami in a few weeks for a conference. Would love to hear your food recommendations and must-not-miss attractions/neighborhoods/beaches. [more inside]
posted by sararah at 3:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sararah at 3:01 PM PST - 11 comments
"That's nice, honey. Can I check my email on it?"
Techie mother's day gift for a non-techie mother. [more inside]
Sports Notifications
I'm looking for an Android app to give me notifications for the start of various sports events. [more inside]
posted by furiousxgeorge at 2:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by furiousxgeorge at 2:53 PM PST - 8 comments
Creative Mac-type desperate to become productive drone
Am about to buy crappy (but shiny refurbished) Lenovo laptop for my writer bro. Because he's been wanting to devote a single alienatingly bare-bones machine to ONLY word processing, rather than continuing (and failing) to get stuff done on the distractingly multitasking Mac he currently has. (He uses Scrivener and occasionally Open Office rather than MS Word.) Are crappy laptops able to handle super-heavy word-processing? [more inside]
posted by taramosalata at 2:50 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by taramosalata at 2:50 PM PST - 17 comments
Trouble with tiny seedlings
I'm growing plants indoors in pots for transferring outside later, and some of them aren't doing as well as others. [more inside]
posted by Dynex at 2:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Dynex at 2:49 PM PST - 12 comments
Paris to Sauternes and back
I have to be in Paris for an academic conference on May 31 to June 1st. On June 2nd, there's a marathon in Sauternes, which appears to be about 6-7 hours south-west of Paris by car. My question is (1) having never been to France, and never traveled around Europe except by train and since college, can I get from Paris to Sauternes in time to run the race at 8:30am the next morning realistically? And (2) can you help me logistically plan this ahead of time so that it minimizes risk of getting lost, missing the race, and spending a lot of money? I will be flying out of Paris, fyi, and haven't booked any flights yet.
posted by scunning at 2:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by scunning at 2:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Overdue Wedding Gift Etiquette
OverdueWeddingGiftFilter: What's the best way to handle overdue wedding gifts? [more inside]
posted by Kattiara17 at 2:16 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Kattiara17 at 2:16 PM PST - 12 comments
yoga on sand
Do I need a mat when doing yoga on the beach? [more inside]
How to get dad to understand the benefits of hospice for mom?
Oncologist just wrote my mom a referral for hospice. My dad just denied the request. Now what? [more inside]
posted by stormpooper at 2:01 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by stormpooper at 2:01 PM PST - 34 comments
Stinky Linky!
Is there a way to define a link by the number of links into the webpage it is? [more inside]
Help me name my group!
HelpMeNameMyThingFilter: I need a name for a women's group I'm co-leading where we learn to knit, crochet, bake, can, garden, and quilt together. More details inside. [more inside]
Anxiety about health issues while waiting to see a doctor.
I recently got a job and health insurance. Hooray. Now I can afford to see a doctor for some medical concerns I’ve had and let go for too long because I didn’t have insurance and they didn’t seem pressing. However, I can’t get in to see a doctor for at least a month or more, and for some reason, now that I do have insurance and have to wait so long to see someone, I’m suddenly having tremendous anxiety about my health. Help me put this in perspective and/or figure out what to do. Details about my specific concerns and situation inside. [more inside]
adventures in car buying, part 3
"mandatory" options on a new, built-to-order BMW...is this a permissible business practice? I am in Vancouver, BC. [more inside]
posted by wutangclan at 1:18 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by wutangclan at 1:18 PM PST - 41 comments
Please hlep me make my mothers trip to Northern Indiana unforgettable for good reasons this time.
Looking for places to see and things to do in Northern Indiana and surrounding areas up to a day drive away. [more inside]
posted by wwax at 1:15 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by wwax at 1:15 PM PST - 16 comments
Pretty Plant Related Engagement Rings
Looking for ideas for a nature inspired engagement ring. [more inside]
YouSendIt fail - alternatives?
Anybody know of any more-reliable alternatives to YouSendIt? [more inside]
posted by lodurr at 12:57 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by lodurr at 12:57 PM PST - 28 comments
Combine these elements to make a new game . . .
Dumb Question of the Day Award goes to . . . me! I can't figure out how to work the Alchemy game on my Android phone (No, I'm not asking how to make wheat). [more inside]
posted by backwards compatible at 12:50 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by backwards compatible at 12:50 PM PST - 2 comments
Kitty Atkins?
High fiber cat food? Need your recommendations. [more inside]
Going out of town for 4 days. Can any cat owners living in Oakland, CA recommend a good cat-sitting service?
I'm going out of town next month for about 4 days for a work trip. I'm doing some research on pet sitters who can come over to look after my kitty. [more inside]
Movies with a high WTF-to-running-time ratio?
Movies with a high WTF-to-running-time ratio? [more inside]
My First Freelance Feature -- Help!
So my freelance pitch to a magazine was accepted -- now what? [more inside]
Do knee straps work for chondromalacia and tendonitis?
Do knee straps work for chondromalacia and tendonitis? If so, how? Or is there something else I should check out? Deets inside. [more inside]
posted by eenagy at 12:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by eenagy at 12:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Where is the nearest florist to Reading train station?
Are there any good florists in Reading (near the railway station)? [more inside]
How to grow indoor citrus plants ?
Do you have an indoor citrus plant ? Can you share how you select one, care for it, winter it, etc ? [more inside]
posted by k5.user at 12:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by k5.user at 12:18 PM PST - 10 comments
How to find out when and where newish movies will be boradcast before DVD/BD release
Is there a reliable way to find out when and where a movie that's too old to be in first run theaters but too new to be airing on cable and/or streaming will be available to watch? Example inside. [more inside]
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 12:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 12:18 PM PST - 12 comments
Good naturopath or acupuncturist in the Boston area that accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Good naturopath or acupuncturist in the Boston area that accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield? [more inside]
Watch the KU championship online tonight?
Any options for watching the KU/Kentucky championship game live, online? [more inside]
posted by xedrik at 12:05 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by xedrik at 12:05 PM PST - 3 comments
none shall trim my claws, fool!
do you have a sleep number bed? do you have a cat or two? come, young padawan, tell me of your experiences. [more inside]
Picking a side
Interstate custody battle. Should we get involved? [more inside]
VPN tunnel is up but nothing shows up
Using two Cisco RVS4000 routers to create a VPN between two offices. A tunnel is supposedly set up successfully, because the router says it's "up" and I can access the admin interfaces of both routers from both locations by using their internal IPs (192.168.1.1 and 192.168.2.1). Trouble is, I can't reach any of the workstations or peripherals behind the routers. [more inside]
posted by Unhyper at 11:38 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Unhyper at 11:38 AM PST - 17 comments
By the time we got to ______
What are the best bluegrass and folk festivals on the east coast of the US? [more inside]
Proxying: How do we Stop Worrying and Love the Squid?
Is Squid the Right Solution in a Windows Ecosystem? Recently, I was involved in giving a demonstration of some of our company's Web Services at a customer's site. Our services needed to go out and send HTTPS requests to other companies. Normally, external network access and hardening is left up to the customer. Between firewalls and politics, it was left to me to fix using one box in the DMZ. I had some experience maintaining a personal Squid proxy/cache (for sites such as Slashdot/Pandora), so I got approval to stand one up... [more inside]
posted by redsai at 11:02 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by redsai at 11:02 AM PST - 6 comments
Please help me find more of these boldly lettered Old Fashioned glasses
I have this Old Fashioned glass with a bold, matte black letter printed on it. It's 4" high and 3 1/4" in diameter. The bottom has bumps the size of smallish marbles. I have a suspicion that it was carried by Crate and Barrel in the 70s or 80s, because my mom has one too, and my family got a lot of decor from there when I was a kid.
I'm looking for more, specifically a J or an M for my wife's birthday. (She loves having her initials on things.) Any ideas?
Help with clickable map.
Need suggestions on creating an interactive map of congressional districts. I'd like to have a map embedded on my site (only Us) with zoom-able and click-able Congressional districts. When a district is selected, I'd like to display the relevant Senator & Congressman. [more inside]
posted by Raichle at 10:57 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Raichle at 10:57 AM PST - 9 comments
Prepared to have my eyeballs blown
Ok, Mefites...throw me your youtube classics! [more inside]
Where Does He Get Those Wonderful.....Boots?
MeFi Shoe Shoppers! Report to Aisle 12 and help me find these boots! [more inside]
posted by THAT William Mize at 10:34 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by THAT William Mize at 10:34 AM PST - 11 comments
These boots were made for walkin'...right?
I'm doing a one day 100K hike in four weeks and I'm having problems with aching feet... [more inside]
posted by whitetigereyes at 10:14 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by whitetigereyes at 10:14 AM PST - 13 comments
How to clean a foam mattress topper?
How to clean a foam mattress topper? [more inside]
posted by cupcakemuffin at 9:56 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by cupcakemuffin at 9:56 AM PST - 4 comments
ni hao what?
Help me find a Chinese-Englsih translator so I can communicate with my in-laws-to-be. [more inside]
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 9:37 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 9:37 AM PST - 9 comments
I can't cum far anymore.
My semen barely shoots any distance out of my penis anymore. What can I do about this? Should I be concerned? [more inside]
How do I continue my engineer career after I move to no IT job area?
How can I stay competitive? Where to look for jobs? How to work as a freelancer? [more inside]
Need a good bike
Can/Should I buy a stationary bike off E-bay? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Exercise for a busy inept broke bored person living out of a single room
No equipment, no space, no time, no money, no buddies, no skills, no enthusiasm: no exercise? [more inside]
Short-term savings
Titbirds everywhere.
How do I get my partner to realize I dislike a behaviour without making either of us feel uncomfortable? (Mild NSFW) [more inside]
How to proceed with this romantic interest?
Help me navigate a romantic interest despite my PTSD, anxiety, and depression? [more inside]
Where to print a tiny book?
Where can I get a hard-cover photo book printed in a small size - say 4" x 4"? [more inside]
posted by Dragonness at 8:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Dragonness at 8:39 AM PST - 7 comments
Trying to be a good landlord
I just bought a new condo (yay!) but the shower water is not ideal (boo!). It gets almost hot, but not quite. I know that I can adjust the temperature on the water heater in the basement, but the water in the rest of the house gets very hot, so I feel like there's something shower-specific.
From Googling, it sounds as though there's probably a blockage. Can you explain to me, like I'm a child, how (and if) I can deal with this? [more inside]
Poetry reading
I'm looking for a reading recording of the poem by Ntozake Shange: With No Immediate Cause . [more inside]
posted by what's her name at 8:21 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by what's her name at 8:21 AM PST - 1 comment
Wake up, feet
More often lately, one of my feet seems to forget what it's doing and shuffles, causing me to stumble and almost fall. Is this normal or do I have a larger problem? [more inside]
Bumming around South America on a budget?
Travelling around South America for a year on a low budget -- give me the run down of how one prepares for that kind of thing and how much money you should realistically budget? [more inside]
posted by empath at 8:12 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by empath at 8:12 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me get back into education
What are the options for going back to university once you already have a degree? [more inside]
Fixed my faucet and now the water tastes gross.
Fixed the dripping sink faucet. Now the first water after I turn it on tastes nasty. What can I do? How long will it last? [more inside]
Have you taken editing classes at UChicago's Graham School?
Do you know anything about UChicago's Graham School, particularly its Editing curriculum? [more inside]
posted by cribcage at 7:54 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by cribcage at 7:54 AM PST - 3 comments
If I evict termites from my fence, will they relocate to my house?
I have a split rail fence in my back yard that is in very sorry shape, and I'm planning on replacing it soon. However, I recently noticed that parts of the fence are being eaten by termites. I don't see any sign of termites around the house (although I'm not an expert). If I replace the fence and take away the termites' home, what's the risk that they will decide to take up residence in my house (or deck or trees)? [more inside]
How to manage the schedule and preparation for a very busy public official.
Can you help solve a public official's staff project management woes? [more inside]
L.A. Mefites, I have a only couple of hours in your city. What should I do?
L.A. Mefites, I have only a couple of hours in your city. What should I do? [more inside]
Galveston Beach Bums
Will this rollercoaster kill me?
Last year, I was diagnosed with having minor left ventricular hypertrophy. After a series of ECGs and an echocardiogram, my doctors decided that my heart function was basically normal and no treatment was required. I haven't really followed this up because I'm a bit frightened of doctors and I'm not registered with a GP.
I'm about to go to a theme park. I know you're not my doctor - but am I likely to die if I go on a few rollercoasters? I'm a 26 year old male, BMI about 23, otherwise healthy. Thanks.
Did a plane have me in its headlights?
Did a plane have me in its headlights? [more inside]
posted by MustardTent at 6:19 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by MustardTent at 6:19 AM PST - 8 comments
Close the Facebook
I thought that, once upon a time, my Facebook privacy settings were pretty locked down. Now, it seems like everyone on my friends list can see things I do on other friends' pages. Can I stop this? [more inside]
Speed kills-- when watching tv.
Comcast vs. Direct TV (or Dish) -- what has the more responsive GUI, DVR and/or channel tuning?
posted by sandmanwv at 6:11 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 6:11 AM PST - 15 comments
Cool birthday gift for birthday-averse geek boyfriend?
Good birthday gift for geek boyfriend costing less than $20? [more inside]
Is it always tough at the top?
Does managing former peers make management harder or easier? [more inside]
Suggestions for our Paris/Amsterdam honeymoon?
Paris and Amsterdam Mefites - we're planning our honeymoon and would love some advice! [more inside]
Compensation when temporarily kicked out of apartment for repairs
I've been told I will have to leave my apartment for a week while emergency repairs are conducted. I'm in the UK. What are my rights, and what compensation am I entitled to? [more inside]
Summer Clothes for a Female Engineer (Customer-Facing)
I'm a female engineer I've figured out what to wear in the cool weather, but with the weather warming up, I can't quite figure out how to adjust my wardrobe to the temperature. [more inside]
posted by chiefthe at 2:31 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by chiefthe at 2:31 AM PST - 23 comments
April 1
Little Richard -> "Exile"-era Stones -> The Clash -> ?
Little Richard -> Exile-era Stones -> The Clash -> ? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone at 10:45 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by nebulawindphone at 10:45 PM PST - 49 comments
What does a man need to know about laser hair removal?
What does a man need to know about laser hair removal? [more inside]
posted by 314159 at 10:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by 314159 at 10:36 PM PST - 5 comments
This leather Jacket's style keywords?
What style/words describe this leather jacket? I want one like it and need to know what to search for. Photo [more inside]
Stand-up comedy filter: Searching for the name of a comedienne on Sirius XM radio?
Stand-up comedy filter: Searching for the name of a comedienne on Sirius XM radio? Vague descriptions inside. [more inside]
posted by stoneandstar at 9:25 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by stoneandstar at 9:25 PM PST - 3 comments
How to deal with an elderly parent going senile?
Suggestions for dealing with an elderly parent who appears to be going senile? [more inside]
I'm looking for a (freelance?) wardrobe stylist in Boston that will help me shape my wardrobe & hair.
I'm looking for a (freelance?) wardrobe stylist in Boston that will help me shape my wardrobe & hair. Where would one find such an index of individuals? [more inside]
What items/objects should be in a guest bedroom?
What items/objects should be in a guest bedroom? [more inside]
Frustration with Sansa Clip
I can't get my music onto my Sansa Clip Zip. [more inside]
Tutorial for drawing building plans for home construction with Google SketchUp
Is there a step-by-step tutorial on how to create working construction drawings with Google SketchUp? This must be on the Internet somewhere but after a weekend of searching and watching tutorials, I still haven't found it. [more inside]
posted by slidell at 7:15 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by slidell at 7:15 PM PST - 4 comments
What are some tips for keeping friendships as an adult?
How do I become even better friends with my friends? [more inside]
Is is ok if I just text you?
I have some dating questions. [more inside]
Hot cross apples
What healthful treats can I give at Easter? [more inside]
Interesting technology readings?
Looking for interesting article suggestions about how new and current technologies affect us on a day to day basis. [more inside]
Keep my sister's accomplishments from running over mine
How do I stop diminishing my (fitness/athletic) accomplishments when hearing about friends' and family's accomplishments? [more inside]
posted by raccoon409 at 6:24 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by raccoon409 at 6:24 PM PST - 19 comments
Is love enough?
Is this fair? Working for three years on boyfriend's business for living expenses only. Middle-aged woman in Australia wants to know. [more inside]
posted by the fish formerly known as sarcastic fringehead at 6:23 PM PST - 66 comments
posted by the fish formerly known as sarcastic fringehead at 6:23 PM PST - 66 comments
Advil Migraine vs. regular Advil - what's the difference?
pharmacyfilter: What's the difference between regular Advil (200mg Ibuprofen, up to 6 caplets per day) and Advil Migraine (200 mg Ibuprofen, no more than 2 per day). Why the difference in maximum dosage? What's in Advil Migraine? [more inside]
What beachy vacation can take en route to Taipei?
I live in Toronto, and I have to go to Taipei in June for my brother's wedding. (I've never been to Taiwan.) In addition to the week i spend in Taiwan, I also want to go somewhere culturally interesting with good food and beaches, and i want to either fly there on my way to taiwan, or i want fly there and back from taiwan. Where can i fly to and from taiwan, cheaply? Or where can i stop en route to taiwan, without it breaking the bank? (Right now, my ideal beach vacation stop is Bali, but it appears to be an expensive flight from Taiwan, and it isn't a place i can get to as a stop en route.) [more inside]
What's this plant with yellow blossoms?
What's this shrub-like plant with yellow blooms? [more inside]
posted by exogenous at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by exogenous at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me get my annotation on!
What is the best text-editor/document writing type software (or best tips if using MS Word) to use when making annotations beside the text, rather than foot or end notes?
Is he worth dating or do I just keep on stepping?
Is this guy yankin' my chain so-to-speak? [more inside]
Grumpy architect insults?
If you were a grumpy architect slinging insults at sandcastles, what would you say? [more inside]
How do I get started in a career?
Explain finding a career to me like I'm five, I mean, as if five-year-olds had to find jobs. [more inside]
posted by pullayup at 5:04 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by pullayup at 5:04 PM PST - 35 comments
Stay away from my desk!
An acquaintance keeps showing up at my office. What's a reasonable boundary for me to draw here, and how do I do that? [more inside]
posted by zeptoweasel at 4:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by zeptoweasel at 4:35 PM PST - 13 comments
How soon after taking my last Antabuse can I safely drink?
How soon after taking my last Antabuse can I safely drink? [more inside]
Help me move to Brooklyn
I would like to move to Brooklyn. How? [more inside]
Help finding a San Francisco artist
Looking for name of street artist in San Francisco. [more inside]
I gotta get serious about my sports shorts.
Can you recommend women's exercise shorts with pockets and no built-in underwear (what?!) and no tight elastic waist? My gym just busted me for wearing non-exercise shorts, since apparently there's a no-back-pocket-button rule. [more inside]
posted by vegartanipla at 3:37 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by vegartanipla at 3:37 PM PST - 19 comments
How to read and talk about a book?
How do I communicate my thoughts about books I have read? [more inside]
posted by v.barboni at 3:26 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by v.barboni at 3:26 PM PST - 14 comments
Avant-garde films and their mainstream corollaries
Avant-garde film filter: Looking for some direct influences of experimental film on mainstream/commercial movies (or ads, music videos, etc.) [more inside]
posted by Ms. Toad at 3:18 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Ms. Toad at 3:18 PM PST - 16 comments
Looking for online resources for people who's family members have been diagnosed with AIDS.
Looking for online resources for people who's family members have been diagnosed with AIDS. (Preferably in Spanish) [more inside]
What to make of a lack of academic achievement, UK-style?
Karl Pilkington, chew toy of Ricky Gervais and Steven Merchant, is known to have earned only one GCSE, in History, for which he achieved an 'E' grade. I Know nothing about the education system in England, and was wondering how dumb/uneducated this suggests Pilkington is. Thanks
Larry the cable + ethernet guy
Larry the cable-and-ethernet guy? How did he figure out my home's ethernet topology? [more inside]
posted by toastchee at 2:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by toastchee at 2:49 PM PST - 6 comments
oh god kids are expensive even if they arent mine.
How does your company structure the amount employees pay towards their health benefits? [more inside]
posted by zara at 1:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by zara at 1:48 PM PST - 15 comments
Sooo...trust and attachment issues, anyone?
It seems I'm incapable of becoming attached to individuals or trusting them. Help? [more inside]
A Tried and Tested Tripod
Where can I find a tripod for my smart phone (Samsung Galaxy S2)? [more inside]
posted by sunnychef88 at 12:40 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sunnychef88 at 12:40 PM PST - 3 comments
Suit up.
Help me find an inexpensive suit for a short, round man in Toronto? [more inside]
Help me become vegan!
Help me become vegan! [more inside]
What to do in Rye Beach, NH this summer?
Looking for things to do/ general advice about a vacation in Rye, New Hampshire this summer. [more inside]
Dropbox it like it's Hot.
Can you import Dropbox files into iMovie? Going a little crazy here... [more inside]
Seattle Spring/Summer
I've got my eye on this varsity/baseball wool/leather jacket. I'll probably have it mid to late April.
First I'd like to make the point that Seattle weather has absolutely beautiful since I arrived here one month ago. It's been about 50/50 sunny/cloudy, and there's always a breeze, and the temperatures have been very mild. (This could just be because I live at the top of Queen Anne Hill.) I know that statistically we actually get less annual rainfall than NYC, which is where I'm from.
My question is: how long into Spring can I comfortably wear a jacket (in particular a light/medium jacket)? It seems every morning has been cold, and I still see people wearing winter hats. How long will this persist?
How warmly do people typically dress in Seattle from the months of May to October?
What ways can a person contribute to significant science without being a full-time professional scientist?
What ways can a person contribute to significant science without being a full-time professional scientist? [more inside]
posted by philipy at 11:06 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by philipy at 11:06 AM PST - 22 comments
Since you guys have been amazingly helpful with all my web design questions, please explain to me the "Z Index" as if I were less intelligent than a box of thumbtacks.
Since you guys have been amazingly helpful with all my web design questions, please explain to me the "Z Index" as if I were less intelligent than a box of thumbtacks. [more inside]
LHR or FCO
Returning from London or Rome? [more inside]
Canonical classical music titles
Whats the proper way to 'normalize' the titles of classical musical works when there doesn't seem to be any consistently used name? [more inside]
posted by Hither at 10:38 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Hither at 10:38 AM PST - 6 comments
Computer for editing suggestions?
Need suggestions on a computer build for HD video editing. [more inside]
My new shelter cats have some problems
We adopted two 6 month old kitten brothers from the Humane Society three weeks ago. In that time, we've treated them for colds and diarrhea (worms), which involved pills, powders and liquid given to them via syringe. Now we're treating them for some sort of skin problem that the vet had noticed symptoms of when we first took them in two weeks ago. [more inside]
First breakup woes.
My boyfriend of two years just broke up with me. I've cried my guts out, now I just feel numb. Got any advice or resources to get me through the next few days? [more inside]
Please recommend a method of posting photos online for comment/discussion by older relatives
Please recommend a method of posting photos online for comment/discussion by older relatives [more inside]
Seattle-area Mobiles R Us?
Where in Seattle-ish can I buy a hanging mobile? [more inside]
Bee/ Wasp/ Fly - Why Did You Have To Die?
Every now and then I find dead bees, wasps or flies in my living room - like on the floor, feet up in the air. I don't have a bee/ wasp/ fly problem - i.e. I never come home to a live bee/ wasp/ fly - so it makes me wonder why the ones that do get into my house mysteriously die, and always in the living room. Any ideas?
Sign language
I'm curious to what this sign says and I don't even know whether it's Arabic or Persian. It was posted among hipsterish events posters on a busy Montreal street. Anyone?
posted by zadcat at 9:11 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by zadcat at 9:11 AM PST - 1 comment
Red, White, and BLEARGH!
I bought this old Escada sweater at a thrift store for a few bucks. It had a few small brown stains that I figured I could live with, but after I got it home I realized that it had a HUGE yellowish armpit stain on one side. What (if anything) can be done? [more inside]
Fun team event in NYC?
What fun event in Manhattan can I dream up for my project team? Must be April 4th, and around $100 / person . [more inside]
Financial Gift for Graduate?
What's a great "financial instrument" gift for my soon-to-graduate 21 year old? [more inside]
posted by thinkpiece at 7:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by thinkpiece at 7:30 AM PST - 5 comments
Terp or Big George, Which One?
College admission filter: We're almost at the end of the college admission gauntlet for my daughter and it's down to two schools. University of Maryland and George Washington. I'd like to hear from MeFi grads about the pros and cons of each. [more inside]
Can you play Draw Something on a PC?
How can my mother play Draw Something with her friends without an iPhone or Android phone? She's not looking to play the "Draw My Thing" game on the web (that's a different game). I've tried installing an Android emulator on her PC (Bluestacks), but I couldn't download Draw Something or get Bluestacks to work well. Any advice would be great. Thanks.
I literally know nothing about beans...
I literally know nothing about beans... [more inside]
Easter brunch in Edinburgh?
We want to have Easter brunch in Edinburgh this year. Where to go? [more inside]
posted by laskagirl at 4:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by laskagirl at 4:41 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me look cool and sound good in a small space without killing myself or my wallet
Looking for a small, cheap amplifier to sit between a Sony D250 portable CD player and a pair of Energy e:XL 15 or 16 speakers. Toying with the idea of a DIY gainclone but not sure I have the smarts to put a kit together without killing myself, or even to know whether that sort of amp is suitable for my needs. [more inside]
Improving pagerank slowly and steadily?
What can you actually do to improve your website's pagerank (slowly and steadily is fine)? [more inside]
posted by sdis at 4:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by sdis at 4:01 AM PST - 12 comments
getting first tattoo in london
I want to get my first tattoo while vacationing in London. Recommendations? What should I know? [more inside]
I want more stories like these
I want to keep track of things like Paul Christoforo vs. Penny Arcade, Kony 2012 and Woody Harrelson's Reddit-fail, but also successful marketing memes like Ikea's Herding Cats ad. Examples where marketing meets or collides with the fickle internet mob. Which websites should I be following?