August 2009 Archives
August 31
Back off Mrs. Kravitz
I recently moved into a 4 unit apartment building. Across the hall lives a single older woman who is proving to be quite the busy body. The girl downstairs from her and she are friends. The young woman that lives down stairs works for some sort of cash advance operation and when my Daughter got a ride home from a co-worker tonight, this neighbor of mine saw and recognized the driver as someone who borrowed from the cash advance agency, but never paid back, and verbally accosted her in the driveway of the apt. building. It was 8:30 at night and she was wearing a nightgown. I found this very unprofessional, and honestly irritating. What I want to know is how can I handle this without it becoming a building war. I've only lived here a month, but her bulldog approach was very insulting to my guest and very inappropriate. The situation could get sticky since the neighbors are pals. Ugh...what to do!
posted by gypseefire at 11:46 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by gypseefire at 11:46 PM PST - 26 comments
How can I learn about and collect images of the seed signs that are posted along large agricultural fields?
Agriculture Industry Filter: After a recent drive across the mid-western United States, I became very intrigued by the variety of signs along the road that seemed to be trademark or branding markers for the types of seeds being grown in the various fields. (1) Does anyone know the purpose of these? (2) Seen a collection of them online? or (3) Know how one might properly refer to them in order to go about collecting images of them?
Anyone know of Sword Shops on Long Island?
Does anyone know of any sword shops on Long Island, particularly eastern Long Island? I'm looking for shops that sell mostly Japanese Swords and weapons. Also I'm mainly interested in collectors swords, not practical swords.
Not a Verizon fan
A response to a previous AskMefi question regarding early cancellation fees for cell phone service implies that nonpayment of these fees does not get reported to credit agencies? Is that true and if so, why?
How can I get a DVD to customers without maintaining an inventory
How can I get a DVD to customers without maintaining an inventory? [more inside]
Intermittent connectivity issue
How do I know if it is my router that is causing me connection headaches? [more inside]
posted by John Smallberries at 9:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by John Smallberries at 9:23 PM PST - 11 comments
Why rock vocals are in such a high register?
Just a curiosity - why do you think that the overwhelming trend in rock 'n' roll / pop style music with male lead vocals is for the male vocalist to sing in a tenor / high tenor / contratenor or higher range - viz. Steve Perry, Triumph, etc.? I just wonder because that isn't the trend so much in other popular music - blues, R'n'B, country, traditional folk, etc.
It's simply puzzled me for years and I wonder if MeFi has any theories?
Affordable Spain!
What are some of the best things to do in Spain in October? [more inside]
Yeah, I have a question about Soul Asylum.
This sounds like it should be the easiest question in the world to solve, but I'm having some serious issues: I remember, years ago, owning some compilation CD on which that band Soul Asylum covered "Bird on a Wire." Google confirms for me that this did indeed happen because there are pages and pages of guitar tabs for this version, but I cannot for the life of me figure out what album this song was on. Also, if you can find someplace online where I can listen to this song, I would be eternally grateful.
MBP driven to tears?
I bought a MacBook Pro in June 2007. Since then, its needed a new hard disk drive, right cooling fan, and DVD read/write drive. Is this normal wear and tear? [more inside]
posted by uaudio at 7:59 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by uaudio at 7:59 PM PST - 38 comments
Blogs for bike commuters
Recommend some bike commuter blogs [more inside]
Can I Learn While I'm Sleeping?
Does subliminal learning work? I'm at an intermediate level of french but since I'm leaving for France in a month I want to speed up the process a bit. I already do a lot of work (listening to RFI while I work, speaking whenever possible etc) but I figure if listening to podcasts while I sleep would help too then why not? [more inside]
posted by minicloud at 7:42 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by minicloud at 7:42 PM PST - 19 comments
Sheep, Goats, Mini-cows?
Sheep, Goats, Mini-cows?
I have about two acres of fenced-in land in Ohio, I already own two goats (one fainting goat, and an angora) and some chickens. Trying to maximize enjoyment and profit, what animals should I raise, good suggestions in the past have been, nubian goats, (sell the milk and meat) sheep, rabbits (reproduce fast, good profit), ect. What should my next purchase be, the more creative the better.
BitLocker and the battery NomNoms
Not that she's planning any accidents, but...
Massachusetts Health Insurance Filter: Is there a way to find some kind of bridge coverage for the time between 9/9, when the old insurance goes away, and 10/1, when the new insurance becomes effective? [more inside]
posted by rmd1023 at 6:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by rmd1023 at 6:49 PM PST - 6 comments
Shopping in the States
I want to drive across the border for clothes + electronics - Where can I shop in the US of A? I'm from Canada - GTA. [more inside]
posted by FusiveResonance at 6:27 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by FusiveResonance at 6:27 PM PST - 13 comments
Why are we planning New Year's Eve this early?
My friends and I trying to plan New Year's Eve. Help us figure out if New Orleans or Miami would be better... [more inside]
Dr. Who Recursion Paradox
Dr. Who question. Can the Tardis ever appear inside itself? Has it ever?
Possible porn addict looking for options
Am I addicted to pornography? If I am, what can I do? Is there a Porn Addicts Anonymous? [more inside]
Hey how's it going OH SHI.. I CAN'T HEAR ANYTHING!
Wacky ear question: Sometimes when I speak out loud one or both of my ears will pOp and I can't hear anything but my own voice. What the heck is going on and how can I get it to stop? [more inside]
Make it stop
I'm on Ocella birth control (generic Yasmin) and I've been having a really painful, heavy period for almost 5 weeks now and I'm getting pret-teee sick of it. [more inside]
Financial District Apartment Needed
We are looking for an apartment in NYC Financial District. One bedroom, max. $2,000.
Any ideas?
Thanks a lot guys
Finicky Airport Devices
Airtunes filter – Why are my iTunes speakers connected via Airport sometimes not recognised? [more inside]
Help me want to get up in the AM
How can I get back the energy and enthusiasm I once had in the morning? [more inside]
Expression Engine file upload won't work. Why?
Why won't Expression Engine's file upload work? [more inside]
posted by davebush at 4:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by davebush at 4:56 PM PST - 4 comments
Real-time Equities Pricing
Is there a real-time US market data feed better (or at least as good and less expensive) than Yahoo Finance's Market Tracker? [more inside]
posted by nj_subgenius at 4:49 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by nj_subgenius at 4:49 PM PST - 15 comments
What could I use to cover or hide a dent on my new stainless steel refrigerator?
What could I use to cover or hide a dent on my new stainless steel refrigerator? I don't want to spend a few hundred dollars to have it professionally fixed (assuming that was even possible), and I have low confidence in any of these dent repair suggestions working very well. [more inside]
Adderall
amphetamine salt combo. generic for Adderall. 20mg
I've been taking these on occasion. But now find myself on a job in Mexico, and have run out. Cannot get a new prescription from the States. Is there a way to get some here, in a farmacia? What should I ask for? Is there any danger? Any substitute?
Headphone buying help, please!
Big sale on headphones in Canada! But which ones to get? [more inside]
posted by the dief at 4:34 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by the dief at 4:34 PM PST - 5 comments
Pear Note Alternative
Do you know of any free software packages (for the Mac) that have the same or similar functionality to Pear Note?
What's the word for the pithy retort thought of later?
What's the word for the response, or phrase, or comeback, that you wish you had only thought of at the time?
posted by swlabr at 4:14 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by swlabr at 4:14 PM PST - 11 comments
What are some good protein-rich meals I can take to work with me for lunch? I'm trying to gain some mass.
What are some good protein-rich meals I can take to work with me for lunch? I'm trying to gain some mass. I'll have a refrigerator and microwave present and my commute is only 15 minutes. [more inside]
Help me connect!
Help me connect to my girlfriend's wireless network! [more inside]
posted by scarylarry at 4:02 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by scarylarry at 4:02 PM PST - 12 comments
How can I break my contract with Alltel without suffering from etfs ?
How can I break contract with my cellphone carrier without being financially destroyed ? [more inside]
Fun in Traverse City, Michigan in September?
What should I not miss in Traverse City, Michigan, over a Labor Day weekend vacation--without becoming a dreaded "fudgie?" [more inside]
Generic Drugs When?
When will Effexor XR (extended release) go generic in the US? [more inside]
Dog nail trimmer
Are these stress caused health conditions?
I've worked a lot the past few months (but will be done in a few weeks) and have noticed a few physical changes. Could stress cause these conditions? (1) When I wash my hair in the shower, I lose a couple dozen hairs down the drain (although I don't seem to be balding) (2) My right eye has started twitching several times an hour (I can feel it but my friends can't see the twitching). (3) I've gone from about 5 to about 50 grey hairs the past year. I'm a 24 year old male.
Reading for a Reinvention
I've decided to make some big changes in how I live. Things like exercising more, eating better, dressing nicer and so on. Things are going pretty great now, but I am looking for some useful reading (magazines, books, websites, blogs) to help me stay motivated and generate ideas. Further info... [more inside]
posted by cuando at 2:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by cuando at 2:49 PM PST - 13 comments
What countries have laws or legislative rules requiring legislation to stay on-topic?
What countries have laws or legislative rules requiring legislation to stay on-topic? [more inside]
posted by LightStruk at 2:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by LightStruk at 2:25 PM PST - 9 comments
The Juicer List
Is there a website that tracks which players are currently serving a suspension for steroids or performance enhancing drugs – one site many/all sports?
I've only located this
Best snorkeling in Puerto Rico?
What are the best beaches for snorkeling in Puerto Rico and Vieques? I visited this amazing beach in PR two years ago and am looking for something similar... [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 2:17 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by exhilaration at 2:17 PM PST - 11 comments
Lavos spawn ten years later?
How much power does my ex-accountant hold?
Can my accountant legally call the IRS and have my refund held up because he says he was not paid for his work, and/or he says there is a dispute on the return based on problesm I have had the last two years on my return? [more inside]
I want to be sneaky and paranoid!
So I'm looking for an audio recorder, about the size of a dime or so, that I can stitch inside my son's collar. Where would I find such a thing? [more inside]
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 2:01 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by mitzyjalapeno at 2:01 PM PST - 57 comments
What's the best way to work with iPhoto 8.1 and Flickr?
What's the best way to work with iPhoto 8.1 and Flickr? Strategies and tips, please!!! [more inside]
posted by 2oh1 at 1:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by 2oh1 at 1:43 PM PST - 5 comments
Snacking around the world
Blogs about regional junk food and snacks? [more inside]
Is it best to be completely transparent or selectively revealing?
I am quitting my job and moving to Minneapolis at the end of the month. Should I tell prospective employers (in the Twin Cities) this information, or be vague about the fact that I will soon be unemployed? [more inside]
posted by pithy comment at 1:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by pithy comment at 1:25 PM PST - 9 comments
Dollars and Rials and Bourses, oh my!
What difference does it make to the United States economy whether oil is traded or denominated in the US dollar or in other currencies? [more inside]
ISO local New York PBS documentary on Latinos who converted to Judaism after they found out that they were descended from conversos.
ISO local New York PBS documentary on Latinos who converted to Judaism after they found out that they were descended from conversos. [more inside]
Let's go to Little Canada!
A few months ago I read about French-Canadian immigration into the U.S. from the 1840s to 1930s. Evidently, some of these immigrants established "Little Canadas." I'd like to learn more about them. [more inside]
Magic Chord-O-Matic Machine!
I was playing around with a keyboard at a Guitar Center that had an auto-harmonize feature. Below a certain note pressing a key would play a chord instead of a single tone. What was interesting was that playing chromatically (white and black keys) it played chords that retained a firm sense of key (C major) - if you jumped around randomly or did chromatic runs it didn't sound like there were a bunch of modulations taking place. What formula do you think it used to do this?
posted by phrontist at 1:04 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by phrontist at 1:04 PM PST - 8 comments
Yet another new parent "my baby won't sleep like a baby" question.
Yet another my-baby-can't-sleep question. We've tried every recommendation we've seen online or got from the pediatrician and nothing has worked. Need more ideas or reassurance that it's normal and will pass someday. [more inside]
Should I just tell my parents to go to hell?
Should I just tell my parents to go to hell? [more inside]
What's worth seeing at Open Monumentendag?
Is there anything worth going out of my way to see at Open Monumentendag in the Netherlands? [more inside]
question about autism and adolescence
How would you best support an autistic child, as they move into adolescence? [more inside]
Help me find a dayhike for kids in the white mountains.
Looking for dayhikes in the North Conway area of NH. [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse at 12:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Thrillhouse at 12:28 PM PST - 7 comments
Need to password protect external hard-drive
Need to password protect external hard-drive [more inside]
Wordpress plugin incompatibility
Wordpress Filter: Plugin incompatibility with my theme - website screws up on IE. How do I fix it? [more inside]
Owning hip out of gamut pigment will make me cooler than you
Can I buy International Klein Blue pigment/paint? If so, where, and what form would it come in? [more inside]
How do I restrict internet traffic?
Is there a way to limit download/uploads through my internet connection? [more inside]
Online Medical billing for small business
I am starting my own business - an acupuncture clinic. I am planning on taking insurance and billing the insurance companies myself. Does anyone know the easiest way to do this? I have heard of online set-ups (not sure if they are free or not) but cant seem to find anything myself. Ideally, I could find something that was cheap/free and easy to use. I am in WA state ... if that is relevant.
Thank you!
I just want to download some Professor Layton puzzles!
Where can I find a Nintendo DS wifi hotspot in Rochester, NY that works? [more inside]
Anyone used "Picture This" before?
Has anyone ever used the "Picture This" photo transfer product by Plaid? I have, with some mixed results and I was wondering if there was any particular paper that yields better results than others. I suppose this should be used with an inkjet printer, but ours isn't very good. Any other recommendations?
Lego, my ego
CareerFilter: How do you become a Lego designer? [more inside]
Are there free or low-cost therapy resources online?
Low-cost and/or free therapy resources? [more inside]
Will leaving midway through notice period kill my future job prospects?
Got talked into adding additional weeks to notice period. Now well into that time and work situation is intolerable. Will walking now ruin my life? [more inside]
Looking for an article about getting people to improve their own estimates and predictions
Looking for an article about getting people to improve their own estimates and predictions [more inside]
posted by adrianhon at 10:57 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by adrianhon at 10:57 AM PST - 3 comments
Boxster in the Winter?
How well does the Porsche Boxster fare in the winter? A real, "wake up and everything is ice" Midwestern winter? Engine over the RWD and stability control should make it drivable? [more inside]
posted by geoff. at 10:51 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by geoff. at 10:51 AM PST - 17 comments
Clever poster to put in a home studio
What should I put on the wall in my new home studio? [more inside]
Would I know if I were considered a security risk?
If I had been rejected from a job in the US that required a security clearance because I was a security risk, would I know it? Or would I just keep getting rejected from other clearance-required jobs without being told why? [more inside]
Actuarial Jobs For Dummies: Part Duex
Follow up to this question from last year. She has now passed both P and FM! However, she has not been able to get her foot in the door for an interview anywhere, be it phone or in-person. She constantly applies for jobs at actuarial firms and insurance companies, but always gets rejected. [more inside]
What have I spent my life on?
How do I apply to Master's programs when I don't have either real academic credentials or a particularly distinguished career reputation? [more inside]
A Rosensweigelheimer By Any Other Name ...
Planning to change my last name, which isn't a common thing for men to do. Not sure what reactions to expect from colleagues and peers. How can I best deal with potential social stigma and explanations of reasoning involved? [more inside]
Unhealthily jealous of the attention my girlfriend gets from guys
Guys are always hitting on my girlfriend and making it clear that she is out of my league, how do I stop being jealous MeFi? [more inside]
posted by plechazunga at 9:51 AM PST - 70 comments
posted by plechazunga at 9:51 AM PST - 70 comments
Medieval wood carving online
Where are there picture galleries of medieval wood carving (both in situ eg: misericords, pew ends, ecclesiastical accessories like baptism fonts, etc. and free standing figural carving like those of Tilman Riemenschneider, for example) online? [more inside]
Synthfilter: Sequential Circuits Prophet 600, keys not firing issue
Synthfilter: Sequential Circuits Prophet 600 giving me problems: keys not playing notes, but silicone contacts are clean and working. Looking to be directed to the right person/place/forum to ask or maybe someone here can help [more inside]
posted by Charlie Lesoine at 9:36 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Charlie Lesoine at 9:36 AM PST - 3 comments
Fireworks and Photoshop workflow issues
Fireworks vs. Photoshop - which is better? (ok, that's obviously flamebait). How do I make a workflow argument for Photoshop in a production department entrenched in Fireworks? [more inside]
What would you do if you had an engineering degree?
What would you do if you were a recent engineering graduate? (What companies would you be looking into across Canada?) [more inside]
Oh, no! It's a kid! Run away, run away!
How do I learn to like kids? [more inside]
Oh nos! My favorite headphones are dying!
I love these headphones because the cord retracts. Brilliant, right? Yeah, Sony stopped making them. What other headphones can do this too? [more inside]
Books about Maine?
Suggestions for books on Maine history and culture, non fiction preferred but not a necessity. This would be for a person traveling to Maine in the near future, will be spending time on the coast and in the great north woods.
Help me Find Out More About my Musical Neighbors
Can you recommend some blogs that focus on the music scene in Washington, DC? I'm interested mainly in hip-hop/funk/soul and indie rock (but not rap). [more inside]
please help me to not starve
I'm having surgery in my pelvic/abdominal area on Friday, and since my doctor is expecting some bowel involvement, he is putting me on a clear fluid diet as of Thursday morning. I'm going to be STARVING by surgery time (noon Friday). [more inside]
posted by happy scrappy at 7:54 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by happy scrappy at 7:54 AM PST - 23 comments
Please help resurrect my iMac?
My iMac's seemingly gone kaput :( I'm getting a flashing folder icon with a question mark on bootup. Please help me save my iMac? [more inside]
gender-neutral first names of any ethnicity
I'm trying to put together a list of gender-neutral first names. [more inside]
posted by Karmakaze at 7:48 AM PST - 78 comments
posted by Karmakaze at 7:48 AM PST - 78 comments
"Cancelled" your phone call
If someone calls my mobile, and instead of pressing a button to answer it I press the one that mutes/silence/stop their call (such as if it's vibrating or ringing, and I can't or don't want to answer it)... do they know that I've deliberately muted/silenced their call or will it keep on ringing along merrily for them until voicemail voice kicks in?
This video, it does not play
Help me stop feeling stupid about working with (converting, compressing, and editing) digital video files. [more inside]
posted by jeoc at 7:37 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jeoc at 7:37 AM PST - 8 comments
How much does the rice break down when fermenting sake?
What's the best way to find plans for building an office desk from scratch?
I'm a tall, skinny software developer, (6'5"/196cm) who cannot find a desk even remotely what I need/want in terms of style, quality, and size. I am going to have a carpenter build me a desk. Google has found me nothing. Do you have a desk you love? What makes you love it? Are you a tall person who finds they need keyboard/mouse at exactly the right height? How did you solve this? Do you have plans you love or a desk design you can recommend? [more inside]
posted by carlodio at 7:27 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by carlodio at 7:27 AM PST - 11 comments
Color laser printer with Linux/UNIX drivers available
Could anyone recommend a color laser printer for ca. 500 GBP for a small office? Compatibility with Linux and Solaris---essential.
BONUS question: should I also buy a monochrome laser for B&W printouts or is an unnecessary overkill when one has a color laser?
posted by noztran at 7:23 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by noztran at 7:23 AM PST - 3 comments
Have thy tools ready. God will find thee work.
WoodworkingFilter-- I need a basic list of wood sculpting tools [more inside]
posted by nax at 7:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nax at 7:22 AM PST - 7 comments
Help save me time in Garageband
Is it possible to have GarageBand ('09) play faster when editing without impacting the output? [more inside]
Fool's Garden
Please help me save my beloved lemon tree! [more inside]
posted by Ljubljana at 6:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Ljubljana at 6:14 AM PST - 7 comments
help me figure out the title of a song
Please help me remember the title of a Bonnie Prince Billy song. It's a love song, with the man singing about his feminine side, and a woman singing about being masculine? I think it might be called something like "the woman in me" or something like that. Thanks!
posted by jujube at 6:14 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jujube at 6:14 AM PST - 3 comments
Facebook Link to .flv File
I am trying to link directly from Facebook to a .flv file hosted on my server. How can I accomplish this? The example .flv file I have for this problem is here. In my country, connecting abroad is slow. Domestic servers are quick, that's why I need to do this. Thanks!
Building a PC the old-fashioned way in London
I'm looking for a good brick & mortar computer parts retailer in or around London. [more inside]
Financial info divorce/kids in AU
Australian Family Law filter. Spouse maintenance, child support,divorce financials? [more inside]
What smells good that doesn't cause cancer?
Candles, incense, and even deodorant are linked with cancer. What can I use to make my house smell nice that hasn't already been proven to make me sick? [more inside]
posted by lexfri at 4:50 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by lexfri at 4:50 AM PST - 44 comments
Freedom in Freetown
Moving to Sierra Leone, or thereabouts. Freetown? Bo? Where to go? Any first hand suggestions? [more inside]
posted by iamck at 4:44 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by iamck at 4:44 AM PST - 5 comments
Software for translators
Are you a translator? What software do you use or recommend? [more inside]
posted by ask me please at 4:44 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ask me please at 4:44 AM PST - 7 comments
Something's been bugging me...
WeirdBugFilter: What is this bug? Entymologists please help! [more inside]
posted by fearnothing at 4:25 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by fearnothing at 4:25 AM PST - 10 comments
is this the most dangerous place on earth?
Midsomer seems to be an awfully dangerous place. What percentage of the UK's annual murders occur in this deceptively peaceful village? [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 3:04 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by compound eye at 3:04 AM PST - 13 comments
What's the best alternative to bananas as fuel for a ~12 mile cycle commute?
What's the best alternative to bananas as fuel for a ~12 mile cycle commute? [more inside]
Damn cold around these parts...
What's a kid to do?
I have had self-esteem, confidence, and anxiety issues my entire life. Lately, my confidence has been getting much better, but it is still very unstable. More than anything else, I want to be able to feel good about myself consistently. Is this possible, given my background (see inside)? If so, please share your success stories or advice on what I can do to feel good. [more inside]
August 30
Teaching Spanish with news and music
I am teaching a high school Spanish class for the first time and need some help. I'm looking for 2 things, short news clips in Spanish and free songs with translations. [more inside]
Rsync to Merge Disk Images?
Should I use rsync (instead of rsnapshot) to pare down Mac disk image backups? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 11:18 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by kristi at 11:18 PM PST - 4 comments
How to temporarily re-attach a car's side mirror?
I smashed my car's passenger side mirror against some scaffolding leading into my garage tonight. The mirror and plastic casing are still intact, but now dangling from a wire still attached to the car. I have to drive somewhere early tomorrow morning. What should I do until I can get to a garage? Duct tape it back in place? Will that damage my car's paint? Should I cut the wire and remove the mirror? TIA...
posted by Majorita at 11:01 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Majorita at 11:01 PM PST - 13 comments
Help a doll with puttin' on the ritz
The Jazz Age Lawn Party is coming back to Governor's Island, and this time I want to do more than spectate. [more inside]
posted by messica at 10:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by messica at 10:10 PM PST - 5 comments
What kind of backpack is this?
Drupal vs Joomla vs Wordpress vs ...?
Drupal vs Joomla vs Wordpress vs ...? [more inside]
When I was young I drew all over the neck of one of my guitars with a sharpie, thinking it would make me "metal." I am now older and wiser. How do can I remove this mistake?
When I was young I drew all over the neck of one of my guitars with a sharpie, thinking it would make me "metal." I am now older and wiser. How do can I remove this mistake?
Need Moar Advice on Being a Competent Para
I'm looking for your thoughts on how to be a good paraprofessional (a.k.a. teacher's aide, teaching assistant) at a high school. [more inside]
posted by TheClonusHorror at 8:19 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by TheClonusHorror at 8:19 PM PST - 6 comments
Wireless devices as informational art, redux.
What non-computer wireless devices are available for displaying information? I already know about Ambient Devices, Nabaztag, and Chumby. What else is out there? [more inside]
How do I convince my cat her litter box is not a good hang-out?
My cat loves her litter box.... too much. How do I get her to stop playing in it? [more inside]
Computer display flipped 90 degrees. Help!
How do I fix my computer display? All of a sudden, everything on screen is rotated 90 degrees clockwise. Mouse controls are similarly changed: left is now up, etc. Resulted from a mistaken key combination, but I can't figure out which keys I hit. Running Windows Vista on a Toshiba Satellite laptop.
posted by goatdog at 7:59 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by goatdog at 7:59 PM PST - 7 comments
harbor freight type store in/near boston
Teach me to drink in Ireland!
I'm heading off to Ireland next week, and plan on spending lots of time in pubs. What do I need to know about drinking in and around Ireland to totally not come off as a dolt?
What's this beat style called?
IANAMusician: The Libertines' song "Last Post on the Bugle" (in the intro) and "Pull Shapes" by the Pipettes (in the first verse) are examples of this beatbeat-beat rhythm that I keep hearing in songs that I like. My Google-fu has failed me; is there a name for this kind of beat? What other songs have it?
Nice set of wheels you got there—
Is the use of meronym and synecdoche the same thing? If not, please illustrate. I am confused.
posted by whimsicalnymph at 6:42 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by whimsicalnymph at 6:42 PM PST - 12 comments
Researching African-American nutrition
Good resources for researching African-American attitudes towards and perceptions of nutrition? [more inside]
Are there any bureaucratic alternatives to the US foreign service?
Are there any bureaucratic alternatives to the US foreign service? I currently have a BSN. Fluent in Japanese, English of course, and nearing fluency in Spanish. Chinese and Russian are on the list but I'd like to first get better at my current languages. I was thinking about medical school but such a route doesn't inspire the same kind of passion I feel for stuff like international politics. Being a Foreign Service Officer seems like the dream job. However, I'm a permanent resident of the US, and acquiring citizenship as well as going through all the FSO requirements seems like I'll putting a lot of eggs in one basket. Also, I don't like moving around, I like going to one area and staying put ideally for decades but 5-10 years is fine. I'm only 22 but I'm old enough to know I hate moving around too much. [more inside]
Isolation Fatigue
What happened to my ability to trust in and connect with people? How do I regain it? [more inside]
Me, Porn and the Web
I am a guy who would like to stop watching porn (watch on the internet). I don't judge others who watch it but it bothers me that I do. I don't do it often but porn has in some way been in my life since high school and now that I am married and in my late 30s, I still drift over to sites. (Frequency, I would say is once every few weeks)...I need to use my computer so getting rid of it is not currently available as an option. I finally admitted it to my wife because I wanted to stop and to my surprise, she has loved me and wants to support me anyway. Any tricks on stopping this habit, or book/web site recommendations are appreciated. I figure dropping ice cubes down my shorts would be a start!
Fork me!
I need a new fork for my road bike. How do I shop for one? [more inside]
Make a Genogram online ?
baby pigeons on my desc that were aparently abandoned
There are three young pigeons on my deck that have been there all day with no mother around. (at least as far as I can tell)
They look like they are about 75% of the size of an adult pigeon, and are not flying.
Is there anything I can do to help them or should I ignore this situation because it is out of my hands?
What to do with a leftover 401k account?
What to do with a 'leftover' 401k account? [more inside]
posted by bookdragoness at 5:27 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bookdragoness at 5:27 PM PST - 9 comments
Leftover beer...is that even possible?
What are some good uses for leftover beer? A *lot* of leftover beer? [more inside]
posted by kro at 5:04 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by kro at 5:04 PM PST - 23 comments
Ordinary worker during the day, phlebotomist trainee on the weekends
Where do I get the training needed to be a phlebotomist? I need to be able to do it during the weekends. [more inside]
Please help me reply to my mom's email concerning Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
My mom sent me an email today acknowledging for the very first time (that I am aware of) that she experiences symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. I would like to write the best response that I can to her, with some links or information about possible next steps. I don't want to screw this up, please help me help her! [more inside]
Old Father Hubbard.
Lazy Last Minute Dinner Help: So I forgot it was my turn to cook dinner and all I have in the house are some scraps of cooked meat (chicken, lamb) and a bottle of Loyd Grossman's pre-made Korma sauce. How can I jazz this up while using up the scraps in my cupboard? Preferably stuff I can add while it simmers? [more inside]
posted by The Whelk at 4:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by The Whelk at 4:49 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I get special access at sporting events?
How do I get "special" access at sporting events? [more inside]
Songs that are a throwback to the 1930s-1960s?
I like Amy Winehouse, psychobilly, the Pipettes, the Acid House Kings, the O Brother... soundtrack, and even that throw-back-to-the-Andrews-Sisters Christina Aguilera song. I have a craving for music produced in the now but inspired by the 1930s to early 1960s, with my favourite era being the 1940s. Can you recommend anymore good contemporary rock/pop bands along these lines, including psychobilly bands I may not have heard about yet? [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet at 4:29 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by flibbertigibbet at 4:29 PM PST - 52 comments
What are your top 5 (Google) Android Apps?
What are your top 5 Android Apps? [more inside]
Best ecard websites?
What are some of the best e-card websites out there now? [more inside]
Drupal structure? Help me structure my structure!
I'm trying to create a magazine via Drupal, and I'm having some problems using node references. Should I be using books or taxonomies? Or can you just help me iron this problem out with what I'm doing now? [more inside]
posted by suedehead at 4:12 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by suedehead at 4:12 PM PST - 6 comments
Is Yakult worth it?
What have been your experiences of taking Yakult? [more inside]
Photos to simple-cell organizers?
Are there any digital photo frames out there that don't require direct phone line access, instead accessing the service via the cellular network? [more inside]
posted by tilde at 3:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by tilde at 3:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Recommend me a telly to blow $2500 on
[Australia] Which television should I buy for AU$2500? [more inside]
posted by turgid dahlia at 3:37 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by turgid dahlia at 3:37 PM PST - 10 comments
iPhone RSS reader that supports SSL and authentication?
Anyone know of an RSS reader for iPhone that supports SSL and authentication, and does NOT use an online aggregator? [more inside]
Excel: How can I decide which cell to apply to a formula, based on the runtime contents of another cell?
Excel: How can I decide which cell to apply to a formula, based on the runtime contents of another cell? [more inside]
posted by Flunkie at 3:23 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Flunkie at 3:23 PM PST - 4 comments
Big prints in-store?
What commonly-available stores make 11x14" or larger digital prints in less than 24 hours without having to have them shipped? [more inside]
Should I stick with my Comcast high-speed internet plan or switch to Verizon FiOS?
Should I stick with my Comcast high-speed internet plan or switch to Verizon FiOS? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 2:38 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by lunchbox at 2:38 PM PST - 13 comments
The App that Doesn't Seem to Exist
Looking for a iphone/ipod touch calendar/todo app with specific requirements. Does it exist? [more inside]
Trash day came early.
Landlord threw out my things before my lease was up - do I have any recourse? [more inside]
posted by thisisnotkatrina at 1:50 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by thisisnotkatrina at 1:50 PM PST - 13 comments
Who first thought it was funny?
What's the origin of the joke about the long, long table? [more inside]
Need advice for Garageband interface
Home recording filter: Hubby has a great new Macbook Pro, purchased per your advice. What type of 8-channel interface should he buy? [more inside]
Baby Boy Names? Help!
Baby Name Block: I'm pregnant with my third boy. I'm so totally out of boy names it isn't even funny. I have a total block. Help me get inspired by participating in this exercise. [more inside]
Help me enjoy life (if only for a week)
Help me stop dwelling on the negatives and be able to ENJOY my vacation. [more inside]
Should I keep quiet about an appraisal error that's possibily in my favor?
I'm buying a house, and the bank appraisal came back 1-2% lower than the purchase price, so I renegotiated with the seller, and had them lower the price to the appraised value. Today I was looking over the appraisal, and found an error. What to do? [more inside]
abortion and pain meds
I'm having a medical abortion and I think my gynecologist forgot to prescribe pain meds. [more inside]
Recommendations for wireless locator kit? (i.e. 'RFID-beepers I can stick on things)
Can you recommend a good wireless locator kit that will let me tag various remotes, keys, etc. so I can find them by activating the locator and listening for a beep? [more inside]
(Where) should we go to see the space shuttle landing?
(Where) should we go to see the space shuttle landing? [more inside]
Mythbust supermarket petrol for me, please.
What is this movie?
Movie Identification Filter: Can anyone identify this movie based upon my faint recollections? [more inside]
What is there to do in Charles County, MD?
What should I not miss in southern Maryland? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 11:57 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 11:57 AM PST - 9 comments
What city is this?
Anyone know what city this is? I believe it's from the 1940s or '50s.
Help me avoid stains on my new furniture, please?
I recently bought a whole new house's worth of upholstered furniture--two couches and three chairs, all brand new, and which have varying fiber content. Help me figure out what I need to do to protect them from stains? [more inside]
Turning 30 in California, after Christmas: what to do?
I'm turning 30 this year, and my birthday is between Christmas and New Years. I live in central California, and may not have a lot of time for vacation. I want to do something interesting. What would you recommend to do in (central-ish) California, or possibly the greater West Coast, in the end of December? Sights to see, food to eat, events to attend? Lots of thoughts inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief at 10:20 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by filthy light thief at 10:20 AM PST - 10 comments
Which neurosurgeon do we choose?
We've gotten the second opinion - it disagrees radically from the first. What on earth do we do now? [more inside]
Multi MSWord documents in Separate Window?
MS Word 2007, PC - how to open second document in SEPARATE window? [more inside]
posted by rexruff at 10:08 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by rexruff at 10:08 AM PST - 4 comments
FHA Loan - MMI and 78% equity question
FHA - Do I need to pay MMI on an FHA backed loan when starting out with 78% LTV? [more inside]
More meaty munching for me and mine?
I'm looking to expand my repertoire of strong meaty tasting recipes. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by emilyw at 9:36 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by emilyw at 9:36 AM PST - 23 comments
Cheapest flights from Hanoi to Siem Reap? Southeast Asia airline search aggregator?
What are the cheapest & quickest flights from Hanoi to Siem Reap; is there a southeast Asia flight aggregator (similar to Kayak in the US) that will search all the possible airlines and connections? [more inside]
posted by pariser at 9:11 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by pariser at 9:11 AM PST - 8 comments
Where can I buy a decent pair of shades?
Good quality, non-prescription sunglasses in D.C.? [more inside]
Best non-expensive hotel in Oaxaca?
Best reasonably priced hotel in Oaxaca? We're two people, traveling to Oaxaca the week after Labor Day. In search of a not too pricey hotel to stay in for a few nights at the beginning of our stay...and maybe a hotel to splurge on for one night at the end. Ideas? Anyone ever stated at the Hotel Monte Alban on the Zocalo? Or Casa Oaxaca? Those are the two we're thinking of for moderate and splurge, respectively.
My car is melting. (Melting!)
What's the best way to clean the tarry, semi-melted center console of my 2001 Honda Accord? [more inside]
Say I wanted to become a medical illustrator...
Say I wanted to attend graduate school for a degree in Medical Illustration... what should I start doing now, as a freshman in undergrad, to insure that happens? [more inside]
posted by biochemist at 8:13 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by biochemist at 8:13 AM PST - 7 comments
Is it foolish to start watching Jericho now?
TV show Jericho fans: Is it foolish to start watching the series now, knowing that it has been abruptly canceled and feature film plans aren't guaranteed? Or should I walk away before I get too invested? [more inside]
Would an household all-purpose cleaner ruin a suit?
Would an household all-purpose cleaner ruin a suit? [more inside]
posted by gttommy at 7:38 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gttommy at 7:38 AM PST - 6 comments
Does this create a local root exploit for Mac OS X using Finder?
Why does Apple's Finder bypass some group permissions? [more inside]
who will think of the towels?
If you don't have a linen closet, where do you keep your towels and sheets? [more inside]
Nano, nano on the wall..
Do nanotech steam-proof mirrors exist? [more inside]
Dealing with a sore tongue and hair loss: advice from the hive mind?
I'm coping with two different side effects from two different medications--hair loss and sore tongue/dry mouth. Any advice from the hive mind? Teal deer explanation and questions inside. [more inside]
Death Becomes Her - The face in the bottle
To anyone who has seen "Death Becomes Her", did you notice the face in the bottle of magic potion? [more inside]
Learn to speak and read, but not write, Japanese?
What's the best way to learn Japanese, if you don't care about being able to write it? [more inside]
posted by Mwongozi at 3:19 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Mwongozi at 3:19 AM PST - 22 comments
The economics of free bread
What's the business benefit of free bread at restaurants? [more inside]
posted by nayrb5 at 2:09 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by nayrb5 at 2:09 AM PST - 28 comments
Looking for old 90's mac/pc game involving a green haunted house...
Looking for old 90's mac/pc game involving a green haunted house... [more inside]
August 29
Dealer or DIY?
What happed to the doorlock my 2003 Dodge neon? [more inside]
posted by longsleeves at 11:18 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by longsleeves at 11:18 PM PST - 4 comments
Preloading Streaming Quicktime Chapters
Help me figure out how to preload "chapters" in a streaming Quicktime file - so that the chapter headings load and are selectable immediately! [more inside]
Really weird Snow Leopard font problem
I just upgraded to Snow Leopard, and since then, some of my fonts are MAJORLY screwed up in iWork '09 (Pages, Keynote and Numbers). [more inside]
posted by ferdinandcc at 9:51 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ferdinandcc at 9:51 PM PST - 17 comments
SMSEmail
Is there a good, free and reliable email-SMS client that allows two way communication via SMS? [more inside]
Don't they want to be eaten??
Why do plants make poisonous berries? [more inside]
knob/crack positioning
On which side of the folds of a pair of bifold closet doors go the knobs?...... [more inside]
posted by hollyanderbody at 8:20 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by hollyanderbody at 8:20 PM PST - 12 comments
Adding IMAP to a Linux Email Box
Do you know a reputable provider to add IMAP to a Linux email box? [more inside]
Smelly couch, smelly couch, what are they feeding you?
How to deodorize a leather couch? [more inside]
What does a hospital do with a truck of liquid oxygen?
What is the hospital doing with a truck of "oxygen refrigerated liquid"? [more inside]
posted by Amanda B at 7:28 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Amanda B at 7:28 PM PST - 19 comments
apple divices willfully ignoring each other!
itunes refuses to see my ipod- again! I've got a 1st-gen ipod touch, a macbook, and the latest version of itunes- but the three won't play nice... [more inside]
Resettling in New Delhi
American woman moving to New Delhi. Tips and advice on housing requested! [more inside]
Help me put an end to emotional blackmail.
Help me put an end to emotional blackmail. [more inside]
Quebec City restaurant recommendation
My parents are celebrating their 10th anniversary in Quebec City. They are staying in Sainte-Foy, on Hochelaga Blvd. I want to get them a gift certificate for a nice but not too fancy restaurant; nice enough so it's special, but not over-the-top, five-star nice. I want $200 to cover it. Thoughts? Thanks!
Turn Off That Loud Music!
I have a problem with hearing bass music vibrating through my windows and walls into my home. It literally echos through my every vein and makes me feel insane. Is this a sign of age? Is something wrong with me? [more inside]
Help identifying a song!
Help me identify this (possibly well known) 90s grunge-y ish song. [more inside]
posted by the_ancient_mariner at 5:53 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by the_ancient_mariner at 5:53 PM PST - 7 comments
Fundraising Ideas Please.
Looking for a fundraiser idea for high school water polo team. [more inside]
Bizarre headache
Focal headache. How much should I be concerned? [more inside]
Why are Slim-Fast shakes in steel cans rather than aluminium?
My lunchtime obsession has finally percolated onto Ask MeFi. The question that I ponder every day I have at my midday repast: Why are Slim-Fast shakes in steel cans rather than aluminium? [more inside]
Depositing plain cash with ATMs?
How safe is it to deposit plain old cash into a bank's ATM? [more inside]
posted by Askiba at 4:34 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Askiba at 4:34 PM PST - 26 comments
College & Fin Aid Issues
College & Fin Aid Issues [more inside]
How to build a better furball gakking machine?
My kitty has hairballs. [more inside]
Sinus Infection induced Asthma isn't going away, help?
Sinus infection two years ago led to immediate symptoms of exercise-induced asthma. After two years, it's gotten better, but never fully disappeared. Will it ever go away? Am I impeding my recovery by continuing to utilize an inhaler? [more inside]
Basic Black Underwear
Basic black women's underwear. . . it shouldn't be this difficult to find, should it? [more inside]
XL-10 Gold Cells at 42 Degrees
What happens if I grow XL-10 Gold e coli at 42 degrees C? [more inside]
posted by sickinthehead at 2:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sickinthehead at 2:10 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me be a good speech-giver tomorrow. Ready -- Go!
Public Speaking Filter: I've been asked to speak in front of a very large group at a public rally tomorrow. I'm excited, but I've never done this before. Help! [more inside]
posted by inatizzy at 1:06 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by inatizzy at 1:06 PM PST - 29 comments
Giant Public Calendar in NYC
NYC Filter: Looking for a large, public display which shows the current date (not just the time). Our third anniversary is on Sept. 9th, and my wife and I would like to get photographed in front of some giant calendar/billboard/whathaveyou that reads "9/9/09." Manhattan is preferable. Thanks!
infinite zoom visual source code editor?
I saw a video from microsoft research which showed a new editor with like "infinite zoom" when viewing all source code files, like flash vector files - really cool. But i can't seem to find this video again! Does anybody know what it's called? Or a link?
posted by flexiverse at 12:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by flexiverse at 12:24 PM PST - 8 comments
staying warm whilst ringing in 2010
How do you pull off New Year's Eve @ Times Square with maximum comfort? [more inside]
Dremel Tool question
Dremel tool & attachments dilemma [more inside]
Run wacky cable or buy a whole new gaming pc?
Is it better to (a) run audio, video, keyboard, and mouse to the TV at the other end of the house or (b) just get a second PC? Help me sort out the cost/benefit. [more inside]
posted by mindsound at 11:37 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mindsound at 11:37 AM PST - 8 comments
I want your money. That's what I want.
What can I do with my old DVDs and magazines? [more inside]
Is this creepy-looking steamer trunk a priceless antique?
This trunk is a curb recovery - I was hoping to lightly scrub it to remove some of the surface rust and seal it - To keep that 'Silent Hill' look without having the rust rub off on everything. Will I be destroying a priceless antique? What's the best choice for sealing it while keeping it's creepy look intact? [more inside]
Is our cat in danger of over heating?
We have an apartment with no air conditioning and it's going to be over 80 degrees today. Should I be worried about our indoor cat over heating? [more inside]
We want to get our instant message on
Instant messaging for the workplace: I've been tasked with exploring instant messaging options for a large department within a much larger business. [more inside]
Website suggestions for starving artist
What is the best, affordable D.I.Y. start up website programs or services for an artist? [more inside]
What is the source for this Maya Angelou quote?
What is the source for this Maya Angelou quote?
"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty."
Sibling Rivalry and Your Sib's Kids
I have a sister that I finally cut off when a friend of mine revealed she had stolen $400 from him years before, as she has done to her siblings. Her daughter was 10 at the time and was very hurt that I disappeared. At the time I felt that it would only make her life worse to explain that I left because I didn't trust her mother. Now that she is 25 I would like to contact her again and at least apologize and tell her I love her, but is that best for her? (BTW she lives with her father after a bitter divorce and has the some of the same feelings about her mother as I do. But I don't want to open up that wound, for sure.) Now that she's an adult, should I contact her again?
posted by PJSibling at 8:59 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by PJSibling at 8:59 AM PST - 34 comments
How can I embed HTML into my Powerpoint presentation?
How can I embed HTML into my Powerpoint presentation? [more inside]
Cold cuts for foodies
Healthy/organic/free range cold cuts? Read Omnivore's Dilemma, saw Food, Inc. Horribly frightened of processed meats and refuse to support factory farming. Have been hitting farmer's markets for the last couple of years to get free-range and pastured chicken, beef, and pork. Yet, I love me some sandwich meats. How do I go about getting thin, delicious slices of turkey, roast beef, or ham that have come from humanely raised, safely slaughtered, and preferably local animals? I live in Central Pennsylvania. How does one go about determining how a company processes their meat?
posted by billysumday at 8:48 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by billysumday at 8:48 AM PST - 14 comments
Carrier unbranded smartphone under $200?
I'm upgrading from a Treo 600. Any suggestion on a good unlocked smartphone under $200 without carrier branding? [more inside]
posted by Mr_Thirdworld at 7:41 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Mr_Thirdworld at 7:41 AM PST - 14 comments
Canadian ISO antibiotics in NY.
Where can my Canadian boyfriend go in New York to get antibiotics? [more inside]
posted by rebekah at 7:18 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by rebekah at 7:18 AM PST - 11 comments
Study Abroad Prep
What do I need to do/know/remember before studying abroad? [more inside]
Why can't I move photos onto my desktop?
As of yesterday, my IMac will not move photos from sites I go to onto my desktop. [more inside]
My Boyfriend Wants To Be Just Friends
My Boyfriend Wants To Be Just Friends? [more inside]
After the juice
The juice comes out of the juice-extractor, and left behind in the machine is dryish fruit and/or vegetable pulp. Does anyone cook with this pulp? Does anyone have any ideas for cooking with it? [more inside]
posted by londongeezer at 5:06 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by londongeezer at 5:06 AM PST - 8 comments
How to get back normal "disk check" behaviour on Windows XP startup? (seems broken, or there's something strange in the disk)
During Windows XP startup process, it keeps asking to press a key if I want to skip the disk check progress for the C drive. But if I let it check, it finds no errors at all. I do clean shutdown. Strange behaviour - how to restore normal one? [more inside]
posted by lion at 4:14 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by lion at 4:14 AM PST - 2 comments
It's there until you need it
How often does it really happen that a health insurer will raise an employer's premiums when a high-demand illness occurs? [more inside]
posted by yclipse at 4:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by yclipse at 4:11 AM PST - 13 comments
You mean I get paid to talk about finance?
How can I find a room in London without viewing it first?
How can I find a decent room in London without being there to view it first? [more inside]
That's not a computer. THIS is a computer.
Where can I find a used Cray supercomputer for sale? How much might I have to spend to acquire one? [more inside]
How to make a product catalog?
I'm looking for tips on making a product catalog for a website, but not a fully fledged online shop. What options are there? [more inside]
Wittgenstein's joke
Looking for a joke by Wittgenstein, something like "Are they crazy?" "No, they're just doing philosophy." [more inside]
posted by creasy boy at 2:04 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by creasy boy at 2:04 AM PST - 3 comments
Cooking Novice Attemps Salmon Dish in Quest for Love!
I'm a complete novice cook, but I'm cooking salmon tagliatelle for my girlfriend on her birthday. I've made it twice for myself but I think it could be better... [more inside]
posted by lemonfridge at 2:00 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by lemonfridge at 2:00 AM PST - 18 comments
How to physically speed up MP3s for CD burning?
How can I speed up the tempo of some MP3 files and burn them onto a CD for faster playback? [more inside]
What US food has this Brit never tried?
My first trip to the US is coming up; having been brought up with American films and American TV shows, I am compiling a list of all the things we just don't have in the UK (mostly food) to try. Only my list isn't too long at the moment. Can any MeFites help? [more inside]
posted by Nufkin at 12:49 AM PST - 123 comments
posted by Nufkin at 12:49 AM PST - 123 comments
August 28
Appealing getting fired from the megamart
AskingForMyDad Filter: Should he seek a lawyer or are there any other options after he was fired from Buy 'n' Large? [more inside]
posted by fireoyster at 11:29 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by fireoyster at 11:29 PM PST - 28 comments
Bedshaped
Please help me remember the name of this stage of psychological development, where you can begin to discern the volumetric differences between containers of different sizes. [more inside]
posted by Sutekh at 10:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Sutekh at 10:33 PM PST - 6 comments
Where can I buy Polaroid 600 instant film in NYC?
Where can I buy Polaroid 600 instant film in NYC? [more inside]
Should I get an MSW?
Should a law school dropout get an MSW? [more inside]
My obsession with Miss Manners knows no bounds
I need help finding something Miss Manners said about budgets and guest lists. [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero at 9:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ThePinkSuperhero at 9:41 PM PST - 8 comments
Things to see while driving from NW Ohio to SE Wyoming?
Road trip with my mom. [more inside]
Ddifferences between colds in adults and children
Are there differences in the symptoms of a common cold with age? Are cold symptoms worse in adults than children? [more inside]
Trying to learn as many lanugages as possible
I want to know how to speak in as many languages as possible, not necessarily fluently, just a couple things in each one. The goal here is variety, rather than depth. [more inside]
I've got my bags all packed and I'm ready to go...except...
What's the cheapest way to move from Southern California to Portland, OR? [more inside]
Please don't let my cat eat me.
Is there a service that will email me once a day, and if I don't respond, contact local EMS? [more inside]
Float not working in Nextgen Gallery for Wordpress
I feel like this is a waste of a question, but I can't find an answer. The "float" function in my nextgen gallery isn't working. Rather, it is working, but the text isn't wrapping around it. See the post here. Anyone encountered this problem before? I've checked a bunch of wordpress forums, and all I can find is this post, in which Alex Rabe says it was answered elsewhere, but it seems it wasn't. I've set all the permissions of my nextgen gallery folders to read and write... any ideas? the code I'm using is [singlepic id=320 w=200 h= float=right]
posted by omnigut at 7:03 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by omnigut at 7:03 PM PST - 4 comments
Oh, you've got loop pedals and a girl on violin? Big freaking deal!
How can I find more of the music I like and what do I hate so much about the music I don't? [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 7:02 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 7:02 PM PST - 39 comments
It's already dead.
If you tell a zombie to "Go Forth and Die", is this irony? [more inside]
posted by Palerale at 6:46 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Palerale at 6:46 PM PST - 22 comments
How do I select what I toggle to in OS X's pop-up windows?
Mac OS X Filter: In Finder, when a pop-up menu shows up, say to empty the trash or cancel, I toggle through the buttons/options by pressing tab, but how do I actually select what I toggled to with a keyboard shortcut? '
posted by helios410 at 6:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by helios410 at 6:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Self Saboteur needs help DESPERATELY!!!
Was fired from my job yesterday after being on 90 day performance plan for on-call duties(missed pages-3 strike rule). Had job since February. Lost previous job to layoff. Don't know why I had
such a hard time with this one task at my job. Got great review otherwise just last week. Been doing psychotherapy to help get over the death of my father in 06/08, twice a week. Questions for mefites... [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 5:23 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 5:23 PM PST - 21 comments
Cool Kitchen Faucet
Help me find the coolest kitchen faucet [more inside]
Finding the right AC adapter.
Where can I find a 2/3a 700mAh 2.4v AC adapter? [more inside]
Japan's West Coast
How easy/hard would it be to travel on the quieter Western coast of Japan? English speakers with no understanding of Japanese. Say the Matsue, Hagi region?
posted by edgeways at 4:36 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by edgeways at 4:36 PM PST - 9 comments
Double agent
There was a player in the NBA who played in the same game for both teams, I think due to the final minutes needing to be replayed on a different date and a trade happening in the meantime. I can't think of the name of the player or teams, and my Google-fu doesn't seem up to the task. Can anybody help?
posted by chmmr at 4:30 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by chmmr at 4:30 PM PST - 9 comments
Caramels Om Nom Nom.
Can you recommend a recipe for chocolate-coated creamy caramels (with creamy being the operative adjective)? Also, your candy-making tips. [more inside]
posted by halogen at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by halogen at 4:20 PM PST - 10 comments
how do I improve my pencil/ink drawing, as an intermediate artist?
How can I improve my pencil drawings from an intermediate/advanced level? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore at 4:06 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by invitapriore at 4:06 PM PST - 16 comments
Does anyone have any concrete examples of how "undue burden" is determined for a county government under the ADA?
Does anyone have any concrete examples of how "undue burden" is determined for a county government under the ADA? [more inside]
Where did Kennedy spend his postmortem 36 hours?
Ted Kennedy died at home shortly before midnight on Tuesday. His body was taken from Hyannisport to the Kennedy Library shortly before noon on Thursday. Where was he for the intervening 36 hours? Do they have facilities at Hyannisport to store corpses? Is it practical to just leave the remains in his bedroom with a sheet pulled over for that much time? Was Kennedys's body taken to a morgue and then returned to the compound for ceremonial reasons?
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 3:31 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 3:31 PM PST - 12 comments
Cause Britney Spears just CAN'T be good for you!
Looking for studies on the negative effect of music. [more inside]
posted by howiamdifferent at 3:26 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by howiamdifferent at 3:26 PM PST - 18 comments
Cheapest MultiCam ever?
Do security camera DVR's record all video channels simultaneously, or do they only record one channel at a time or the multiplex all on one screen?
I ask because I'm looking to set up an ultra cheap multi-cam recording setup in a small theater. [more inside]
posted by tropikal at 3:23 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by tropikal at 3:23 PM PST - 4 comments
SSDI claim rejected - help needed.
A relative's husband has come down with Parkinson's Disease in his early 60's. His application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) has been rejected and he had his wife are devastated as he is unable to find a job so they were counting on this income.
Does anyone know of a free advisory service they could go to who could help them in the appeal process?
There are tons of "for profit" agencies and law firms who do this work but, due to their circumstances, a free service would be better.
Thanks for any information.
How to fix mouse problems in OS X
Why doesn't OS X recognize my mouse's middle button click and why does it slow down over clickable objects? [more inside]
So much for the "fabric of our lives"...
Where can I find a distressed cotton Japanese navy "rising sun" flag? Or just a regular cotton one so I can distress it myself? [more inside]
posted by Phyltre at 2:23 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Phyltre at 2:23 PM PST - 29 comments
What are my options for web translation these days?
What options do I have for web translation? [more inside]
I know what's good.
How do I become a buyer for a restaurant? [more inside]
Is it alright to buy fresh produce on Saturday morning to be used on Tuesday night?
How far ahead can I buy farmer's market produce? [more inside]
posted by faeuboulanger at 1:53 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by faeuboulanger at 1:53 PM PST - 10 comments
Books about Gardening (but not the How To kind)
Looking for interesting books related to gardening/growing food other than the usual How To manuals. To put it another way, what would be on your syllabus for a course called something like "Gardening Books: Science, History and Literature"? [more inside]
Who in San Francisco will pick up my wheelchair donation?
Will anyone in San Francisco pick up medical equipment donations? I have a wheelchair, bedside commode, walker, and some other significant hardware that I'd like to donate, but I don't have a car. Does anyone know any org that will pick up?
posted by mrgrimm at 1:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by mrgrimm at 1:47 PM PST - 12 comments
So long, tax deductions!
OldNewsFollowUpFilter: Whatever happened to all those kids whose parents trekked across the good ol' US of A last summer to legally abandon them at Nebraska hospitals? [more inside]
Paisley Park is in your heart
Do you have a soft heart? How did you get one? [more inside]
Just bought an iPhone - how can I get maximum use from it?
How can I get maximum use from my iPhone? [more inside]
Ball + Chain, engagement rings and you
Engagement ring woes... to diamond or not to diamond? Any alternatives? [more inside]
Best weather resources?
What is the best way to get the most accurate information on the weather around the web? I have this page bookmarked but I don't really understand it as well as I think I could. [more inside]
posted by pwally at 11:10 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by pwally at 11:10 AM PST - 9 comments
Have I drunk the same water twice?
What’s the probability that I have drunk the same molecule of water more than once in my life? [more inside]
posted by crapples at 11:09 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by crapples at 11:09 AM PST - 18 comments
High design bikers wallet / keychain
My girlfriend keeps losing her wallet & keys (separately). I want to buy her a biker's wallet & have her clip it to her purse & get one of those springy cord tie keychains.
What are some high design/fashionable versions of these, preferably with a big honking chain attached, but rather a nice, modern, sleek cable.
(PS - tip for NYers - use your digital camera to take a photo of the cabbie's license every time you get into a cab - it'll expedite the process of finding your stuff. Just call 311 & they'll connect you to the TLC.)
How can I make my Oliver No. 5 typewriter shine?
How can I best make my typewriter look like this typewriter? [more inside]
posted by katillathehun at 10:28 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by katillathehun at 10:28 AM PST - 1 comment
What do I not need on Windows 7 Ultimate?
I'm moving from XP to Windows 7 Ultimate. What, that I used to have on XP, do I not need installed any more? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver at 9:52 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mr_silver at 9:52 AM PST - 5 comments
Are there any Fort Wayne taxis that don't suck?
So are there any taxi companies in Fort Wayne, IN, that don't suck? [more inside]
posted by valkyryn at 9:47 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by valkyryn at 9:47 AM PST - 3 comments
Knotty Weekend in Toronto
Where in Toronto should I go to get awesome dreadlocks? [more inside]
Turn an AT&T laptop connect card into a wi-fi hotspot?
About six months ago, I saw a cool device. You could plug your AT&T USB 3G "laptop connect" into it, and it would generate a local wi-fi hotspot (similar to the Verizon MiFi). I've since purchased the AT&T card, but I can't find the device anywhere. Was I imagining things? Does such a device exist? It'd be very, very useful. Thanks!
Bright Ink, Dark Skin
Is it possible to get a bright, saturated, extremely colorful tattoo on light brown skin? [more inside]
Free A2DP drivers for Windows XP?
Any free A2DP Bluetooth driver options for Windows XP?
I have a Sony stereo which has a bluetooth option on it which allows you to play music through it wirelessly. After buying a simple bluetooth dongle for my laptop, I was able to pair with the stereo but was not able to browse for the blueooth service which facilitates that function. (basically, the stereo becomes like a pair of wireless headphones) So after a little research I discovered I needed to have an A2DP compatible device. According to the A2DP website, there were two programs I could download, one called BlueSoleil and the other called Widcomm. Widcomm didnt work but BlueSoleil did manage to allow me to do it succesfuly. Only thing is, BlueSoleil is a whole package of stuff that costs $30. (trial version limits output to 2mb). The only thing I need is the A2DP part. Im not sure exactly what BlueSoleil did but its clear that the problem wasnt with my dongle or its compatibility.
So, can anyone explain what exactly BlueSoleil did that allowed me to access my stereo's bluetooth service and also if there is any way to do this for free?
High resolution still video capture on the Mac?
In Snow Leopard, has Photo Booth been upgraded to utilize the full resolution of the iSight or external webcams? I want to do one of those DIY wedding photo booth deals, but my 10.5 version of Photo Booth limits resolution to 640x480. Alternatively: will any piece of software on the Mac let me capture a still image from my Logitech 9000 at its full 2MP resolution? I have searched in vain for webcam software that doesn't limit me to 640x480. Help! [more inside]
posted by thejoshu at 9:01 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by thejoshu at 9:01 AM PST - 6 comments
Does my laptop need botox?
A patch of keys on my old Apple laptop stopped working. No recent spills. What next? [more inside]
posted by letahl at 8:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by letahl at 8:46 AM PST - 4 comments
Help me avoid having the Dallas club experience while I'm in Vancouver
Techno in Vancouver? Is there such a thing? If no techno, how about a really good blues bar? Help me find it before September 6. [more inside]
(3Excel)*(2Help)*(1Please)
MathFilter, NumericSimplificationFilter, RecursionFilter, ExcelFilter: Where X_1,X_2,...,X_n can be any number, is there a name, simplified series, or equation to describe: (X_1)+(X_1+X_2)+(X_1+X_2+X_3)+...+(X_1+X_2+...+X_n) ? Seriously seriously insane exel implementation question inside. [more inside]
posted by Nanukthedog at 8:41 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Nanukthedog at 8:41 AM PST - 16 comments
Are dereferenced open streams implicitly closed?
Java filter: Are dereferenced InputStreams implicitly closed? [more inside]
posted by nikkorizz at 8:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nikkorizz at 8:32 AM PST - 5 comments
What Toronto bar would suit a book club meeting?
Torontofilter: Can anyone recommend a good pub/bar in Toronto (downtown) where a book club could meet to discuss our book of the month? We'd need seating for about 10-12 people and preferably not too noisy. [more inside]
Dealing with thesis examiners.
Should I thank my thesis readers? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by futureisunwritten at 8:21 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by futureisunwritten at 8:21 AM PST - 9 comments
Work from vacation?
For people who work-from-home, have you ever tried to work-from-vacation? Was it worth it? Any pitfalls or tips/tricks? Any particularly apt destinations?
1. JD 2. ??? 3. Publishing Career!
PublishingCareer Filter: So, I'm getting my JD in May. Would applying for jobs in publishing be a worthwhile supplement to my job search? [more inside]
posted by ailouros08 at 7:54 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ailouros08 at 7:54 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I combat my knee-jerk racist responses?
How do I combat my knee-jerk racist responses? Recently, I moved from an all-white area to a diverse neighborhood. I am having trouble dealing with my reaction to the many young black males who live in the area. [more inside]
How much did it cost to treat your dog for canine influenza or shelter cough when you adopted?
How much did it cost to treat your dog for canine influenza or shelter cough when you adopted? [more inside]
posted by itsonreserve at 7:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by itsonreserve at 7:49 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me get to New York Law School on time.
I'll be speaking at a conference in New York City, and I'd like to figure out how best to get there. [more inside]
Paging Bettie Page, Toronto edition
Where to find Bettie Page paraphrenalia in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by Schlimmbesserung at 7:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Schlimmbesserung at 7:28 AM PST - 3 comments
Baby Formula turning Pink!
Our baby-forumla turned pink after being left out, what is causing this? Is it bacteria, or just dyes used in the formula? [more inside]
think outside the xbox?
recommend an xbox game for me! [more inside]
NYC Engraver for LOVE?
I'm looking for good engraver in NYC. My brother and I bought a Robert Indiana LOVE paperweight for our parent's 40th anniversary (they met at one of the artist's openings back in '67, the summer of... well, you get it). Also, do you think it's possible that it can be engraved given its irregular shape, or perhaps a plaque could be affixed? Have a look. It's made of aluminum. Our version is unfinished (i.e. silver).
Unplug from work?
How to better unplug from work? [more inside]
Collen McCullough's Masters of Rome
Colleen McCullough's Masters of Rome series: suitable for young readers? [more inside]
published google doc - autoindexed or hidden until linked?
Is a published Google Doc document autoindexed by Google or hidden until it is first linked by another page? [more inside]
posted by nolnar at 4:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nolnar at 4:42 AM PST - 5 comments
Let's say I'm a Russian student in my mid-twenties.
Let's say I'm a Russian student in my mid-twenties. [more inside]
posted by klue at 3:58 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by klue at 3:58 AM PST - 14 comments
On screen grid in Windows?
Is there a Windows utility that will display an on-screen grid over all other applications with definable sizes?
I use Fast Stone Capture's ruler utility all the time as a designer, but a grid would be immensely useful.
Practical and quality-of-life concerns with our dog's medical treatment
My dog's been diagnosed with Cushing's Disease, and our vet (whom you are not) wants to do an MRI to determine the course of treatment. I have two questions about this. [more inside]
posted by davejay at 1:23 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by davejay at 1:23 AM PST - 9 comments
August 27
I know I've heard this before...
Please help me ID this older rap/hip-hop song. [more inside]
posted by wongcorgi at 10:53 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by wongcorgi at 10:53 PM PST - 2 comments
re-potty train a dog?
Petfliter: How do I get a dog that was potty trained to be potty trained again? [more inside]
Anyone know how to survive as a teacher without a laptop or access to network files at home?
Anyone know how to survive as a teacher without a laptop or access to network files at home? [more inside]
How should I go about unlocking a Canadian phone for use in Iceland?
How should I go about unlocking a Canadian phone for use in Iceland? I have a compatible GSM phone but I have no idea how to go about unlocking it. [more inside]
You're a college student, what kind of website do you need?
What kind of website would you, a college student, find useful? [more inside]
Is a frequent flyer club worth it for 1-3 RT flights?
I'm in Seattle and my girlfriend is in New Jersey. It's going to be like this for the next 8 months. We plan on visiting each other 5 times during those months (either me going there or her coming here). With this being the case, is it worth signing up for a frequent flyer club? [more inside]
you're fired! sort of…
Was i fired? [more inside]
Should I become a professional photographer?
Should I become a professional photographer? [more inside]
I either need to get a raise or a new job. Help me think of strategies.
I have a job. That job isn't what I stayed in town for and doesn't exactly pay the bills either. I'm looking for tips in finding a new one and maybe keeping it a secret from the current employer for as long as possible. [more inside]
Creme de la Mer... without the price tag?
Creme de la Mer... without the price tag? Give me your miracle moisturizer. Added difficulty: splotchy, ornery, VERY sensitive skin. [more inside]
What's a cell phone with very good audio quality?
Please recommend a cell phone that has very good audio quality and fits nicely against the ear. No bells or whistles-- just a plain old talking apparatus. [more inside]
Trying to adopt with a psychiatric diagnosis
Is it possible to adopt a child when a spouse has bipolar disorder? [more inside]
Help me identify these logos
Maintaining Server Privacy
If you do a search for my company’s website on Google, one of the top hits is a page at Quantcast.com that purports to display “visitor statistics” for our domain. These statistics are wildly inaccurate by orders of magnitude and make it look as though our site gets only a tiny percentage as many visitors as it actually does. What’s more, there are all kinds of demographic charts and info, purportedly about our site, that don’t seem to have any connection to reality whatsoever. How do I get them to stop misrepresenting us? [more inside]
Efficiently retrieving a file from an archive
Is there a smarter
tar or cpio out there, or a smarter way to archive, to efficiently retrieve a file stored in the archive? [more inside]How to minimize computer em interference?
What kind of perforated sheet metal should I use to build a computer case? [more inside]
posted by Ctrl_Alt_ep at 4:14 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Ctrl_Alt_ep at 4:14 PM PST - 15 comments
In Ghent
I'm leaving for Ghent, Belgium on September 2nd and I will be staying there for 5 months. Let me know your opinions about the city, what I should do there and if there is anything I can bring from the United States that will thrill the locals. [more inside]
posted by Lord Force Crater at 4:12 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Lord Force Crater at 4:12 PM PST - 9 comments
When do children develop a sense of their own mortality?
At what age does a child realize his or her mortality? [more inside]
Experiences collecting unemployment in a different state?
Experiences collecting unemployment in after moving to a different state? [more inside]
How to get from Vancouver to Seattle?
How to get from Vancouver, BC to Seattle without a car? [more inside]
Help redirect delusions of my schizophrenic uncle.
Help me figure out ways to minimize the effect my schizophrenic uncle's delusions have on government and law enforcement. [more inside]
Micro-micro-micropenis?
So, I think I might have two clitorises. Is this even possible? [more inside]
"He spoke of the English, a noble race, rulers of the waves, who sit on thrones of alabaster, silent as deathless gods"
BookRecommendationFilter: I need recommendations for books about English culture. Doesn't necessarily have to be anthropology-heavy. Bonus points for being humorous. [more inside]
Can I build a Craigslist Crawler?
Can I safely and legally build a Craigslist crawler? If so, help me figure out how! See inside for details... [more inside]
Neck/shoulder injury: stretches to alleviate knots?
Seeking online resources that show you, visually, how to stretch your muscles, particularly upper-back/shoulders/neck area, to alleviate a pinched nerve. [more inside]
Recommend a good Boston Metro Relationship/Marriage Therapist/Counselor?
Recommend a good Boston Metro Relationship/Marriage Therapist/Counselor? [more inside]
Ramen Please
Favorite Ramen Recipes? I am looking to augment my Ramen meals. What do you guys like to add? How do you manipulate Ramen to achieve maximum awesomeness? [more inside]
posted by Think_Long at 2:04 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Think_Long at 2:04 PM PST - 47 comments
What to do with a robin's egg?
There is an abandoned robin's egg in the nest in my bushes, is this something I can save/display somehow? [more inside]
posted by inthe80s at 2:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by inthe80s at 2:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Dwight says GET BACK TO WORK
passiveaggressivefilter: How can I get a (humorous) anonymous call to ring a nearby phone at the office? [more inside]
posted by kenbennedy at 1:34 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kenbennedy at 1:34 PM PST - 10 comments
Constitutionality of US federal death penalty
How would a more qualified person refute my dumb legal theory regarding the death penalty? [more inside]
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 1:34 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 1:34 PM PST - 21 comments
Bangs a go, or no go?
I need hair advice! I have long hair and haven't had bangs since I was 5 years old. Considering how my hair grows, would it be impossible to have any sort of bangs? [more inside]
please help me become the maple syrup plum fairy
I want to bake/roast/broil plums in a sauce of maple syrup and/or red wine. Will this work? Have you done this? Does a recipe exist? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel at 1:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel at 1:28 PM PST - 10 comments
Fairness of Rent Voucher?
Is $50 off of my next month's rent ($395 monthly) a fair rent voucher to compensate for a flooded bedroom, loss of the use of that room and sleeping on my futon for a week? I've had to do the same for 2-3 days twice in the past couple months too due to moisture and water seeping into the foundation of this basement apartment.
Travel Nurse in UK?
As a registered nurse for 2 years now in the U.S., I’m thinking about going to England for a temporary nursing job for a year. I’m looking at this company Continental Travel Nurse.
Anyone familiar with this company or other reputable programs. What are the benefits or pitfalls of such programs?
I want to be informed before I engage in healthcare debate
I would like to find a copy of the proposed healthcare reform bill with some non-partisan translation of some of the legal-ese. Does this exist? I am looking for the whole bill, if possible.
Teaching Computer "Stuff" to High Schoolers
What computer programs and tips/tricks/hints should high school kids learn? [more inside]
posted by TurquoiseZebra at 12:38 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by TurquoiseZebra at 12:38 PM PST - 22 comments
How can I listen to and MANAGE my mp3 music collection/playlists over the internet?
How can I listen to and MANAGE my mp3 music collection/playlists over the internet? [more inside]
posted by gummo at 12:12 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by gummo at 12:12 PM PST - 6 comments
Help our printing to go green!
How can I make my non-profit's printing more green? [more inside]
In Manhattan. Want to swim laps.
Quotation help: defend domestic fiction.
Quotation help: A vaguely remembered snippet about so-called domestic fiction. [more inside]
posted by scratch at 12:07 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by scratch at 12:07 PM PST - 3 comments
A webcam as a means for recording changes in facial appearance over time?
Using a webcam (instead of a camera) for recording changes in facial appearance over time - good or bad idea? [more inside]
Help us get in the swing of things
My significant other and I have started introducing swinging to our marriage and need some advice. [more inside]
tips for a first time aparment building buyer
What do you wish you'd known before buying your first apartment building? [more inside]
posted by zeoslap at 11:48 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by zeoslap at 11:48 AM PST - 5 comments
I'm caught up in love, he's now holding back so how can I maintain my cool?
So I've been dating this really cool gentlemen for 2 months. We are taking things slow but I find myself getting caught up with him. This is a problem. It's a problem because now he's holding back a bit whereas he was stronger in pursuing me before. Can anyone share advice as to how I can keep my cool so he doesnt become disinterested? Also, how will I know when a man has become disinterested? I'm rambling, sorry but when i become infatuated or "in love" I can't think straight and I lose my sense of self. Save this poor girl from herself. Ha!
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 11:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 11:32 AM PST - 16 comments
How much should a contract programmer cost?
How much should we pay a contract programmer to migrate some code for us? Is it customary for the programmer to present a bid, or do we come up with an amount to offer? [more inside]
When is a psychologist not your psychologist?
What are the ethical limitations for a therapist who provides treatment to two members of the same family? [more inside]
posted by No1UKnow at 10:54 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by No1UKnow at 10:54 AM PST - 16 comments
Should you name Dickensian creeps after people you know?
Someone I know named a loathsome character in his novel after me. Is this sort of not cool? [more inside]
What would you focus piano practice on if you could do it all again?
You play the piano fairly well, you've had lessons, you enjoy it and when I tell you that I'm learning the piano you tell me that looking back on all the years of lessons and practice, the one thing that helped you the most of all was ________, and the thing that you felt was a biggest waste of your time was ________. [more inside]
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 10:28 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 10:28 AM PST - 19 comments
Low maintenance vegetable eating
What's the laziest way to eat enough vegetables? Preferably also at the nexus of tasty/palatable and cheap. Easy includes not having to worry about wilting, minimal preparation (washing, chopping, etc) and clean up, maximum portability. [more inside]
How to buy a bike?
I'm looking for a good road bike to ride around town, usually for trips under a mile or two... [more inside]
Unda the sea
What to do about an 'under water' (financially) home? [more inside]
Forbidden fruit of the HIPAA tree
[HIPAA filter]: When dropping off our child at daycare (a small, home daycare), my spouse - a pediatrician - ran into a patient who is not vaccinated. I know you're not a lawyer; I know you're not our lawyer - what are our options? [more inside]
Can I be charged for not returning a rental property 8 years ago?
Eight years ago in New Jersey, when I was 16, I rented a clarinet from a music store. I just received a phone call from a collections agency claiming that I did not return it. As far as I can remember I did, although I no longer have any receipts to prove it. He said if I don't agree to pay a sum of $1,400 that they will press charges against me. Are these threats legitimate? [more inside]
PR success fees: I need the skinny
How exactly do big PR firms calculate success fees? Do they "cap" them, or is the sky the limit? Or do they structure them so that no one would use them? Do they use the face value of AVE (1 page in newspaper = 1 page advertisement value) or do they use multiplicators?
Dead cat walking? Jack Russell Terriers and cats...
What are your Jack Russell Terrier + cat stories? I can't get a consistent read from The Google. [more inside]
posted by dirtypants at 9:38 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by dirtypants at 9:38 AM PST - 15 comments
What's it worth?
Lean Times
I'm working on a theme based zine/journal and need help brainstorming for the latest issue. It's about the recession. [more inside]
Ontario Northland Rail
I've been thinking of taking a trip on the Ontario Northland Railway from Toronto to Moosonee on the foot of James Bay. Help me plan. [more inside]
Please take my financial pulse...
What do 'normal' finances look like for university-educated, aspiring upper-middle class married couples who don't have kids yet and don't truly feel like adults? [more inside]
"We do regret any difficulty this may cause your honeymoon plans."
Emergency honeymoon bookings. In Scotland. Two weeks from today. Oh, help. [more inside]
posted by minervous at 9:04 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by minervous at 9:04 AM PST - 8 comments
A pop-up comic using fold-in technology
How can I fold a comic book page to make a story more interesting and still legible when unfolded? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 9:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Shepherd at 9:03 AM PST - 7 comments
I hang it on my wall...
I have a piece of art and I’m trying to find out what to call it (print, reprint, etching, lithograph)? Hope me? [more inside]
posted by bunny hugger at 8:56 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bunny hugger at 8:56 AM PST - 4 comments
A pirate's life for me...
I need an authoritative listing of the world's seaports (by country) or failing that, a list of the number of seaports by country. Exhaustive searching has only turned up inaccurate/incomplete lists and I can't seem to find one on the IMO website either. Any ideas?
posted by B-squared at 8:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by B-squared at 8:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Removing plaque without a visit to The Chair
My question is two fold: is there a product on the market that can remove or at least loosen hardened plaque on the teeth? And, is there any actual damage being done to my teeth by just leaving the plaque there? [more inside]
posted by caveat at 7:59 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by caveat at 7:59 AM PST - 26 comments
Hiring someone you can trust...
Over the last few years a couple of partners and myself have been building a small business that tries to make money using computers to trade in the stock market. Technically, we do black-box prop trading. Its been an uphill climb these past few years, but we are now at the point where we are considering hiring someone. This person will be a programmer/developer that will help with existing projects and help us grow in new directions. We are currently faced with a big dilemma. Whomever we hire will have to be given full access and will be exposed to our trade secrets. This kind of business lends itself to the temptation of impropriety. This person could take what we have and either sell it or assuming they break the barrier to entry use it for themselves. They could probably do this without getting caught as well, with the effect being that our secrets lose their value. [more inside]
Come Fly With Me
Advice needed for Australian High School student who wants to be a flight attendant. [more inside]
Welcome in Timonium?
I am one half of a lesbian couple with small children thinking of moving out of Baltimore and out to the suburbs. So far Timonium looks like the best bet. Will we be welcome there? [more inside]
What's next, Santa Claus isn't real either??
how can I learn to create multimedia?
How can I best learn multimedia? Recommended programs or ways to learn? Best examples of multimedia that you have seen on the web? [more inside]
posted by Wolfster at 7:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Wolfster at 7:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Can a Canon CB-2LV battery charger with output of 4.2v 0.65A safely charge a Canon Battery Pack NB-5L 3.7V 1120mAh(Li-ion)
Can a Canon CB-2LV battery charger with output of 4.2v 0.65A safely charge a Canon Battery Pack NB-5L 3.7V 1120mAh(Li-ion) if I cut the little bits of plastic stopping me out of the way?
Edit Technical drawings thoroughly
I’m looking for help with how to edit my technical drawings more thoroughly. [more inside]
posted by edbles at 7:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by edbles at 7:19 AM PST - 6 comments
You only live twice...
Is there a society for people who have died and lived to tell the tale? [more inside]
She's leaving home...
Sending my oldest off to college for the first time. What can we do to make this transition easy/special? [more inside]
posted by Flakypastry at 7:05 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by Flakypastry at 7:05 AM PST - 32 comments
Short BBC dramas
What great <10 episode British dramas, such as State of Play, have I missed in the last 10 years? [more inside]
posted by IanMorr at 6:58 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by IanMorr at 6:58 AM PST - 27 comments
Help me make my friend love twitter.
What sort of guidelines should I provide for a friend for a crash course in social networking? [more inside]
Everyday Buddha
My fledgling Buddhist Dharma Punx meditation/discussion group expressed at our first meeting last week that they would like readings on "rubber meets the road" Buddhism, or the practical application of Buddhist principles in everyday life. Whatcha got, Mefi? No more inside!
What's the typical pay difference when going from contract to perm?
What's the typical pay difference when going from contract to perm? [more inside]
Peruvian tourist visa
I forgot to get a tourist visa before applying for my 4 month visit to Peru and the airline made me buy a return ticket which falls within those 90 days of the visa-less visit. If I leave the country and return, can I still use my original return ticket? (better to read the extended explanation) [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 5:55 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mateuslee at 5:55 AM PST - 5 comments
Is it worth it to go to an MBA career fair when I don't have an MBA?
Is it worth it to go to an MBA career fair when I don't have an MBA? [more inside]
posted by larkin123 at 4:24 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by larkin123 at 4:24 AM PST - 6 comments
The Call of the Mole
Where can I find a recording of the cry or call or shriek or squeak of the common European mole, Talpa Europaea?
posted by misteraitch at 3:47 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by misteraitch at 3:47 AM PST - 3 comments
What would you class as 'typically Aussie'?
Buying Australian gifts for an American friend and her baby... [more inside]
Body itch when I feel hot
Why does my body itch when i eat spicy food or when i exercise? [more inside]
I know I have that somewhere....
How do you store or manage your recipes? [more inside]
Free Audio Hosting? Does it Exist?
I'm trying to find a way to stream some Mp3s of songs (about 60) on a website (completely self created) from a host/website but I am unable to find anything similar to Flickr or Youtube or ad infinitum for music. Is there something similar for audio? [more inside]
August 26
Headphones to take a licking and keep on ticking
What are the sturdiest headphones you've ever owned? [more inside]
Breakups SUCK
Is there a way to block a specific page only in Safari (Mac)? [more inside]
Book identification filter: Help me find a WWII history book with a bright orange cover.
Book identification filter: Help me find a WWII history book with a bright orange cover. [more inside]
Fun In Richmond, VA?
What is the most popular (not necessarily trendy) area of Richmond, VA in which to stay and party for a couple of nights? [more inside]
posted by BadgerKyle at 8:56 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by BadgerKyle at 8:56 PM PST - 16 comments
Half a loph is better than none.
Aside from mugging the tooth fairy, what's the best way to get my hands on a substantial number of real human teeth? It's for science.
posted by Panjandrum at 8:38 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Panjandrum at 8:38 PM PST - 13 comments
Self-destruction and the struggle against depression
What are we fighting when we fight against depression? [more inside]
Have the video game rights to film: now what?!
I have a chance to acquire the proprietary rights to make games based on a popular Asian action film. Can I make money off this opportunity? [more inside]
Recommend a good spellcasting simulation game
Recommend some PC games that have in-depth spell-casting/spell creation systems. [more inside]
posted by Elminster24 at 8:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Elminster24 at 8:26 PM PST - 10 comments
quantom teleportation
Is quantom teleportation instant? [more inside]
Where can I buy a messenger bag in the DC area?
In what store (not online) can I buy a messenger bag? [more inside]
Help me look good under my ski suit!
I need help figuring out how to achieve the following goals without the use of a gym: 1) Getting a six pack. 2) Getting bigger shoulders (they don't need to be that much bigger, just enough so they show when my arms are at my sides. I'm pretty close already.) [more inside]
posted by Pseudology at 7:17 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Pseudology at 7:17 PM PST - 16 comments
Online client/contact management for Dummy
One-man businessman looking for good online client/contact task/follow-up system. Everything I've found is geared for big business and large collaborative groups. [more inside]
posted by mojoworkin at 6:43 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mojoworkin at 6:43 PM PST - 6 comments
wax on wax off
Help me remove my sticky, waxy mess PUH-LEAZE! [more inside]
Craigslist automated notifications would be a good idea.
Why hasn't anyone created a mainstream application/website to generate Craigslist notifications similar to EBay's "saved searches"? [more inside]
Caster disaster!
I'm looking for a very specific kind of caster. [more inside]
posted by pullayup at 6:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by pullayup at 6:25 PM PST - 6 comments
Places to eat in Philly
I just moved to Philly and I want to know what some of the best places to eat around town are. I've checked Philly Magazine, but a lot of those restaurants seem to be upscale and out of my price range. What are some affordable, good places that I should check out? I'm interested in all varieties of food, so any suggestions are welcome.
Can't turn my lamp on anymore
Can't. Turn. The. Switch. On my lamp. [more inside]
posted by lockedroomguy at 6:06 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by lockedroomguy at 6:06 PM PST - 8 comments
Best Tempurpedic Alternative
Does anyone know of the best alternatives to a Tempurpedic matress? They are just too expensive for me to justify purchasing, but I love the way they feel. I have been researching memory foam mattresses, but it is very hard to filter out the hype and get real information. First hand accounts from the hivemind would be greatly appreciated.
Can you recommend any kids' shows featuring real children?
Can you recommend any kids' shows featuring real children? I'm looking for something appropriate for a preschooler. A minimum of franticness would be nice.
Styles of martial arts
Looking for advice on different martial arts styles (specifically: aikido, ninjutsu, pekiti tirsia kali, bagua, or wing chun). [more inside]
Yikes! The IRS wants to auction off our mom's house!
Greetings all! My brother, two sisters, and I formed an LLC to administer the ownership of my mom's house when she died. Each of us is has a 25% partnership interest. The LLC was formed in 2005. Well, it turns out my brother has tax debts to the IRS dating back to 2002, and now the IRS wants to put mom's house on the auction block. [more inside]
posted by luciosilla at 5:38 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by luciosilla at 5:38 PM PST - 51 comments
The average human is mortal, Socrates is human, so...
How to calculate the stats for the "Average" US citizen? And does it mean anything? [more inside]
posted by kandinski at 5:31 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kandinski at 5:31 PM PST - 15 comments
Teach me to be a small-time Windows sysadmin
I'm just starting a small Windows sysadmin job (~10 computers) for my dorm. I know there are tools out there to make my life easier, but what are they? I'm trying to bridge the gap between "just do everything repeatedly on every computer" and "take this year-long training course so you can administer 500 computers remotely from your Batcave." [more inside]
posted by Jacen Solo at 5:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Jacen Solo at 5:30 PM PST - 14 comments
How to prevent a PayPal horror story
Dreamweav - err
I need to break out my toolbars in Dreamwever CS3 so I can have them on monitor #1 of my dual monitor setup and the working window on monitor #2 [more inside]
September dinner party ideas
Late summer dinner party ideas? [more inside]
How to stop (or make life miserable for) anonymous robocallers?
What can be done about a persistent anonymous robocaller who is not easily identifiable and who does not abide by the U.S. Do Not Call registry? [more inside]
Is this a Jimi Hendrix song, and if so, which one?
Is this a Jimi Hendrix song, and if so, which one? [more inside]
posted by XiBe at 3:24 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by XiBe at 3:24 PM PST - 18 comments
Remain Calm and Carry On: PhD Defense Version
Ph.D defense. What to know? How to keep calm? All tips and strategies welcome. [more inside]
posted by meerkatty at 3:20 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by meerkatty at 3:20 PM PST - 35 comments
Help me find this ad.
Help me find this ad: American Express ad in a magazine, early 1990s: a classroom, fifth grade maybe, kids at desks in traditional rows. Books open on desks, maybe a teacher at the blackboard. One little girl's open book shows an American Express card instead of what should be inside the book. The implication is she's daydreaming about what she wants to buy.
posted by mareli at 3:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mareli at 3:13 PM PST - 4 comments
What did you wish you knew when you formed your condo association?
What did you wish you knew when you formed your condo association? [more inside]
Where can i park on the cheap in downtown Portland, Maine?
I will be staying in Portland, ME at a hotel near the intersection of Congress and Forest. Hotel parking is in a garage nearby and naturally it's an additional charge. Any suggestions for places I might park for less than 20 bucks? The free-er the better.
posted by Willy Wombat at 2:56 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Willy Wombat at 2:56 PM PST - 3 comments
Psychological Interview Preperation
Tomorrow I have to take psychological testing for a firefighter job. If anyone has been through anything similar I'd appreciate any advice. [more inside]
Gifts of an "Adult" Nature
What kind of stuff does a 20-something "grown-up" not know he needs/wants? [more inside]
posted by Diagonalize at 2:40 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by Diagonalize at 2:40 PM PST - 44 comments
Halp. I r teh Sirius.
Which Sirius radio setup works well for in home/portable use for the technologically challenged? [more inside]
posted by ShadePlant at 2:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ShadePlant at 2:29 PM PST - 7 comments
How to be a membership chair?
I have recently been appointed the 'membership chair' for a hobby-related organization of which I have been a member for some years. The club president and I have agreed that my duties will consist largely of:
* Contacting members who have lapsed and inviting them to rejoin
* Devising various means of recruiting new members
I have no experience in this sort of work. I could definitely use pointers, suggestions, and especially referrals to any articles or books that may be relevant.
posted by zainsubani at 2:19 PM PST - 7 comments
* Contacting members who have lapsed and inviting them to rejoin
* Devising various means of recruiting new members
I have no experience in this sort of work. I could definitely use pointers, suggestions, and especially referrals to any articles or books that may be relevant.
posted by zainsubani at 2:19 PM PST - 7 comments
Please help us help a dog.
A question about a dog. (posting for a friend) [more inside]
Buying a house with 5% down: FHA vs. Conventional with 95% LTV?
House Mortgage-filter: FHA vs. Conventional 95% (LTV) Mortgage? Found a calculator, but it's limited and we're seeking hive mind wisdom instead. [more inside]
posted by unclezeb at 1:58 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by unclezeb at 1:58 PM PST - 7 comments
Is any French TV actually any good?
Is any French TV actually any good? [more inside]
What is a societal stakeholder?
What is the definition of a 'societal stakeholder'? [more inside]
posted by different at 12:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by different at 12:59 PM PST - 3 comments
How to make a Residents costume?
Please come up with suggestions for making my own Residents costume. [more inside]
posted by Zero Gravitas at 12:57 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Zero Gravitas at 12:57 PM PST - 12 comments
Southern California recommendations for art/culture/history nerds
Southern California recommendations for art/culture/history nerds in our late thirties/early forties? [more inside]
posted by acridrabbit at 12:56 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by acridrabbit at 12:56 PM PST - 21 comments
None of this really bothered me until they set out the poop bucket
Sort of homeless/drunk dudes have set up camp on my street! Please read all of this before dismissing me as an unfeeling NIMBY!! [more inside]
Films about dogs for adults
Can you help me find more films like Marley and Me--i.e. films about dogs, but made for adults. [more inside]
posted by K.P. at 11:34 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by K.P. at 11:34 AM PST - 28 comments
Good beach vacation for early October?
Good beach vacation for early October? [more inside]
Data scrubbing is ruining my life
Escaped from Greenock Prison
Browsing today's newspapers here in Scotland it would seem that there is an anti-Scottish feeling pervading the whole of the USA after the compassionate release of the Pan-Am bomber last week.
Question1: Am I right in thinking that this is the case, or is it just right wing neo-con nonsense eminating from the Fox News stable?
Question2: If this anti-Scottish feeling does exist, how best can I explain that we the UK/US public have been sold a lie by our Governments and that this guy was merely a patsy? [more inside]
From Austin to Spring, Texas. How to stay sane.
After 7 glorious years in Austin, I have been demoted to relocating to Spring, Texas for a job. After a few days of getting the lay of the land, I am very disappointed. How do I stay sane? [more inside]
posted by bodywithoutorgans at 11:09 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by bodywithoutorgans at 11:09 AM PST - 20 comments
$48 for marriage license; how much for gay couples to get similar protections?
We are a gay couple living in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. We would like to get as much protection as we can to make decisions for each other and visit each other in hospitals. I have been calling around to gay and lesbian lawyers in the area, and no one will give me a 'straight' answer about cost. How much is it going to cost us to get a health care directive, durable power of attorney, and medical power of attorney for each of us?
Circular puzzled
Trying to find a dark circular puzzle image. [more inside]
Financial and addiction counselling needed in Barrie, Ontario
I need information on counselling services available in Barrie, Ontario. [more inside]
What software should I use to design a Webpage logo?
I am trying to create a professional looking logo for a Web site. I am using GIMP but finding I am very limited in terms of what I can do with it. Is there a software package that I should be using that will allow me to create a good looking logo/header image? I understand Photoshop is the best however, it's really expensive (700.00). Are there any software alternatives or do I just have to pony up for Photoshop?
By the way, I have a PC.
I can see, I can see perfectly. I can see that van over there
Why are windscreen wipers so, well, crap? Am I mistreating my wipers? Is there a better brand to use? [more inside]
Seeking shared online multi-part project managing solution
I am working with several other people to seek sponsorship for a non-profit event. There is a fairly simple but lengthy series of actions that needs to be completed to track each unique sponsor. We've thought about having a binder with a printed page showing tasks for each sponsor, but it would be preferable if there was an online solution any of us can access for checking off and date-stamping completed tasks, with a place to add notes. [more inside]
posted by Scram at 9:59 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Scram at 9:59 AM PST - 4 comments
How do lottery retailers make their money?
How do lottery retailers make their money? [more inside]
posted by Grither at 9:54 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Grither at 9:54 AM PST - 23 comments
How to do a unicorn-themed party?
Unicorn party! Please help with ideas. [more inside]
Veterinarians and Cell Phones in New London NH
New London NH filter: Question about cell phone coverage and veterinary services in New London NH specifically. [more inside]
I have a 10 year old. Now what?
I need help figuring out ten year olds. [more inside]
Interrupting an adoption?
My parents want to give up the teenager they adopted a few years ago. Can they do this? [more inside]
A recipe to follow would be nice.
Help me make a silent mini-ITX or micro-ATX Intel Atom system with s-video or composite out. [more inside]
Crime in Malpais?
How worried should I be about crime in Malpais, Costa Rica? [more inside]
How should I brand my bankruptcy law firm?
What is a good name for a law firm focusing on consumer debt relief, both bankruptcy and collection abuse? [more inside]
What's changed in 11 years of this American life?
Time Travel Filter: I grew up in the USA but have been away since 1998. What have I missed? [more inside]
posted by stuck on an island at 9:31 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by stuck on an island at 9:31 AM PST - 43 comments
I am in despair
I think I'm broken. How can I see any hope? [more inside]
Bad-at-Romance-Filter: Chicagoland Weekend Away
Gotta-Get-Away Filter: I'm trying to book a weekend away with my darling fiancée in late september or early october for our combination birthdays/two year anniversary. [more inside]
Best way to deliver beer across the world?
I need to deliver a case of good beer to an address in Bristol, U.K. and I live in Calgary, Canada. What are my options?
posted by drewgillson at 8:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by drewgillson at 8:54 AM PST - 6 comments
What to talk about - Do's and Don'ts meeting up with the ex's dumper friend?
What to talk about - do's and don'ts on a meeting up with a good friend of the person who broke my heart quite badly a few months ago? [more inside]
HTC Touch Pro
How did he die?
This book, it vibrates
Another forgotten book from childhood. Time travel/survival. Dinosaurs. And yes, it vibrates. Help? [more inside]
Looking for new (to me) ambient and soul music...
Music recommendations at two ends of the spectrum: Soul/R&B and Ambient/Drone/F'd up 20th C. classical... And, bonus question: what are your favorite sources for buying these kinds of music and finding out more about them? Examples of what I like inside... [more inside]
New baby, new etiquette
New baby, new etiquette: A couple with a new baby (< 6 months) receive a wedding invitation addressed only to the couple. Is baby presumed invited (portable lapsitter)? Is baby presumed not invited (potentially noisy)? Is it variable (call and ask)? [more inside]
posted by xo at 7:53 AM PST - 82 comments
posted by xo at 7:53 AM PST - 82 comments
CIDR IP Range Calculator
Is there a CIDR IP address calculator that can do what I want? If I enter an arbitrary beginning IP address and an ending IP address, it should then give me a list of CIDR-ified IP ranges. [more inside]
posted by chillmost at 7:25 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by chillmost at 7:25 AM PST - 4 comments
Alternative Browsers
What superior/alternative web browsers to Firefox do you use? [more inside]
Help me meditate.
I’m interested in learning more about meditation. I also have ADD and find it impossible to shut off my brain and clear my mind. [more inside]
Orlando Meal Prep and Delivery
I have close family in Orlando (near downtown) that have suffered a major loss. I want to have a nice meal delivered to them tomorrow night. [more inside]
posted by pearlybob at 6:54 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by pearlybob at 6:54 AM PST - 4 comments
outgrown nails?
what did prehistoric humans use to trim their toe/finger nails? [more inside]
Housing dispute lawyer in NYC?
Can anyone recommend a good lawyer in NYC for dealing with housing issues, specifically a dispute over a security deposit with a former landlord? [more inside]
How to handle inquiries from MSM journalists, who seem to just suck information out and run?
For better or worse, I am regarded as somewhat of an authority in a particular field (yes I have a blog about it). For this reason, I am getting requests for information about the subject matter from mainstream media journalists and writers. This is a new situation for me and I don't know how best to handle it. [more inside]
Eco-friendly mugs that can be personalized for each employee
Help! I've wandered through the promotional mug wasteland and I need some assistance. My organization is moving to a LEED certified building in a few months. In efforts to welcome the 60+ employees to the new space, we're putting together a welcome package for each person and the hardest part seems to be locating just the right kind of mugs. [more inside]
There was a young woman who lived in her shoes
I need to replace my flat brown boots. The problem - they need to be a UK size 9. [more inside]
My Maxtor drive (Seagate disk??) won't mount. Where should I send it?
My Maxtor Basics 1 terabyte external USB 2.0 drive no longer mounts. I have been through all the usual stuff with tech support (including disk management and device management) and I've tried it on multiple computers. Although the green light comes on when it's plugged into USB, apart from that it's not talking to the computer. There has been no strange noise, clicking, smoke or smell. Maxtor tech support say it's a failed drive. A data recovery company I phoned said it's probably damaged firmware but the data on the disk is probably safe. I'm nervous about sending it to a data recovery company because I seem to be looking at about GBP £179 minimum or maybe many, many hundreds more. Is it likely to be a matter of simply soldering something here or replacing something there, ie a job that I could take to a local geek? Or should I be looking to take this to a major data recovery centre? I'm in London, UK.
What's biting us?
What's biting us?! [more inside]
How to get a crapload of pennies.
I need a large number of pennies shipped to me. Does anyone provide this service? [more inside]
UK Pension with Worldwide Index Funds
UK Pension Filter: Is there a pension out there which will allow me to invest in the SSE Index, BSE Index and the Nasdaq/Dow Jones/S&P500 indexes? [more inside]
posted by lilyflower at 4:10 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by lilyflower at 4:10 AM PST - 1 comment
Need a domain name
Need help choosing a domain name. [more inside]
Organise daily reports
Help organising complex, daily changing list [more inside]
A Concise History of Britain (book recommendation)
BookFilter: I'm looking for a concise book on the history of Britain (prehistory to modern day), any suggestions?
posted by nam3d at 3:11 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by nam3d at 3:11 AM PST - 12 comments
Why does a four-mile walk across the moor in the damp require two months' bed rest to recover?
NinteenthCenturyLiteratureFilter: Why do upper-class types in classic novels always seem so incredibly frail? [more inside]
posted by the luke parker fiasco at 1:40 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by the luke parker fiasco at 1:40 AM PST - 19 comments
Monitoring Exchange Performance without admin access
How do I monitor ms exchange 2003 performance without admin access? [more inside]
How do I keep my ironed shirts creaseless when traveling with a backpack?
How do I keep my ironed shirts creaseless when traveling with a backpack? [more inside]
August 25
Looking for subtle ways to let people know that I'm gay
Looking for subtle ways to let people know that I'm gay [more inside]
posted by GraceCathedral at 9:30 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by GraceCathedral at 9:30 PM PST - 52 comments
Leather purse cleaning
I need advice for cleaning a water stain on a leather purse. [more inside]
My friend's rant about Vancouver women are actually based on at least a sliver of fact?
Walking down an uncrowded/empty street, someone of the opposite sex walking towards you. 10+ paces away, they're usually, or may not (sunglasses, distance), be looking at you (sunglasses, distance), 10 paces away, they look away from your direction, between 1 and 2 paces away, they quickly look to see if you're looking at them... [more inside]
Looking for kiddie music and music videos in French to use in school program...
French teacher looking for new stuff for the coming school year! Music, music videos etc. suitable for K-3. It's my third year and I have used a lot of my good stuff already. Hit me with your best kiddie French stuff! [more inside]
High fidelity DVD ripping
High fidelity DVD ripping: collecting short videos from separate DVDs without losing any quality [more inside]
posted by sloe at 8:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sloe at 8:28 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me seal the deal in the GTA.
Help me plan the PERFECT date with a cool vegan, hipster yoga teacher / fashion designer in TORONTO for tomorrow ? [more inside]
posted by dawdle at 8:18 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by dawdle at 8:18 PM PST - 31 comments
Picking a good plan
In need of a cheap high speed internet/cable package shared among 7 college girls in MD and not sure where to start. Help! [more inside]
Need Instant Good Money, Who Doesn't?
Is there anything similar to Mechanical Turk on the Internet? [more inside]
posted by VC Drake at 7:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by VC Drake at 7:39 PM PST - 6 comments
How long can you leave your iphone turned on without damaging it?
I've taken to using one of the apps available in the iphone app store as a desk clock. It sits on its dock, charging, with the display on all day. At the end of the day when I leave work, it feels warm. Am I doing it damage by keeping it on for so long every day?
Please help me find this watch!
I can't find this watch anywhere! So frustrating. I've search eBay and Craigslist nationwide. Any ideas?
The burning, it burns.
My Thai Dragon Chili pepper plant is huge with I'm estimating at least a hundred peppers. Please recommend culinary uses for these peppers. [more inside]
posted by Mitheral at 7:00 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Mitheral at 7:00 PM PST - 15 comments
What kind of ACL graft did you get?
Did you get ACL reconstruction surgery? I would like to know as much about your specific experience and graft choice as possible, to help me decide on mine. [more inside]
Where can I find robotics classes/teams/clubs in Bay Area?
I am looking for robotics classes/teams/clubs in the Bay Area. [more inside]
When was steam threshing invented?
When did grain threshing become steam-powered? [more inside]
BookFilter: The War Of Forgetting?
Yet-Another-Bookfilter - I'm trying to find an 80s-ish sci-fi book that I want to think was called "The War of Forgetting".
The premise was something along the lines of: two warring factions get devices, described as "battery powered, about the size of a pocket calculator, with three antennae" which can take large cubic sections of space ( hundreds of feet on a side ) and "store" them in the device, removing them from our reality.
The problem is that when something is removed, people's memories of the area/thing are removed as well - so everyone forgets what was removed and why.
Later in the book, as reality gets more swiss-cheesed, people try randomly restoring these blocks and the results aren't pretty.
I've been trying to find this book off and on for years, now I come to you good folk for help.
Yes, it's somewhat ironic that I can't remember the title. :-)
posted by HannoverFist at 5:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by HannoverFist at 5:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Need help extracting links off of a webpage (RuneHQ to be exact). Need to put them in a database.
Need help extracting links off of a webpage (RuneHQ to be exact). Need to put them in a database. [more inside]
posted by Javed_Ahamed at 5:31 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Javed_Ahamed at 5:31 PM PST - 13 comments
Time signatures are important, hemiolas be damned.
I am trying to locate the time signatures in the Opus or Helsinki font set (which come with Sibelius). Does anyone know where these are? [more inside]
What are good data sources for laptop and PC sales?
Where can I find detailed sales data on best-selling laptops and PCs? [more inside]
Modifying Email Header in Exim
We have an exim email server that is appending our computer names and ip addresses to all email headers. How can we override this so the server's host name and ip address is the only identification listed in the header? [more inside]
Teach me to cook!
I want to learn to cook. I just bought a Magic Bullet blender. Please suggest good recipes for beginners...it'd be nice if I could put my Magic Bullet to use, but your suggestions don't have to involve it! [more inside]
Need keloid scar surgeon who takes insurance
ISO keloid scar treatment in San Francisco who takes Medi-Cal (Blue Cross of California is the administrator). [more inside]
Oh, for the love(hate?) of academia.
I’m getting an MFA in creative writing in a fairly decent program. I’m starting my third and final year and faced with some choices as to whether or not mental sanity or career options are more important. I could use some feedback from people outside of the program. [more inside]
DIY home security system?
I need an alarm system that will go off if windows in my ground-floor apartment are shattered. Can I install a wireless unmonitored alarm system like this myself? Should I? [more inside]
A Not Quite Fix for My Poor Hardwood Floors
How can I limit damage to my virtually-unfinished hardwood floors without the trouble/expense of refinishing? [more inside]
How to deal with chemical warfare in my apartment building?
Someone balanced a compact fluorescent lightbulb on my doorknob so that it would break inside my apartment when I opened the door. Can I do anything about this? Am I overreacting? [more inside]
Could you get cancer by eating a cancerous tumour?
Not that any human would ever do this, but what would happen if someone ate a cancerous tumor? Like, if they waited around a surgical room, and it was removed from someone's breast, or pancreas. Would the stomach acids kill it? Could the person get cancer by eating it?
Help identify a music video from MTV Europe
Help identify a music video I recently saw on MTV Europe...70s style video with a female lead singer and a banjo? [more inside]
I used to sell lingerie, so this should be easy, right?
Suggestions for a strapless bra for a smaller-chested lady? [more inside]
posted by alynnk at 1:27 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by alynnk at 1:27 PM PST - 21 comments
Were B+W movie sets painted B+W?
Were black & white movie sets painted black & white?
posted by one_bean at 1:11 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by one_bean at 1:11 PM PST - 22 comments
Will I be guilty through association?
LegalFilter: Can I get in trouble based on my roommates' parties? [more inside]
jumpy mouse disease
my logitech mouse is jumping around frantically on os x. it's behaving completely normally one second and then it's off somewhere entirely different the other. lots of details inside. [more inside]
posted by krautland at 12:47 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by krautland at 12:47 PM PST - 15 comments
Candy As Black As Coal
Is there any way to (cheaply) make black cotton candy for a festival? [more inside]
Third-party email service suggestions
Recommendations for a good third-party email service provider please. [more inside]
Cheapest way to conduct long-distance job: apartment lease or hotel?
Long-distance job: should I just stay at hotels, rather than leasing an apartment? [more inside]
Learning an Instrument
I'm looking to pick up an instrument. What would you recommend that doesn't cost too much to buy and maintain, is fairly easy to learn, can be self-taught (i.e. with online resources/videos), and works well as a solo instrument? [more inside]
Gershwin karaoke
I'm singing in an outdoor wedding and am desperately looking for a karaoke version of Gershwin's "For You, For Me, For Evermore." I would prefer a version that starts at the refrain (right on "For you, for me..."). Any suggestions? [more inside]
Nuts to you
ForageFilter: What exactly should I do to get shagbark hickory nuts ready to eat? [more inside]
posted by kestrel251 at 12:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kestrel251 at 12:27 PM PST - 6 comments
User problems with the browser cache
A commercial Web-based product our university purchased to provide student account summaries and collect tuition payments works well for 98%+ of the users. It only works for the rest, however, if they first clear their browser cache. [more inside]
Sounds like I have been asked to Design an Online School... CMS Recommendations?
I've been asked to design a website that shows the progress of subscribers academic achievements based on what marks they get from modules posted on the site. I have no idea even how to begin this? [more inside]
posted by gonzo_ID at 11:51 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by gonzo_ID at 11:51 AM PST - 12 comments
Where to exchange dollars and euros?
Where to exchange euros for dollars? [more inside]
the games section is the bane of my existence
I am self-studying for the September LSAT (I cannot afford a prep course). I am currently scoring in the low 170s on practice tests. I would like to score just a few points higher (175, maybe? please?). Perhaps predictably, my real problem is the Analytical Reasoning section. [more inside]
posted by SkylitDrawl at 11:28 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by SkylitDrawl at 11:28 AM PST - 20 comments
Are You Ready For Some (or rather, "a" question about) Football (songs)
I am charged with finding music for a work party. The theme is "NFL Draft Day" so I need songs relating to American football. The association to football can be pretty loose and tenuous. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by ericthegardener at 11:18 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by ericthegardener at 11:18 AM PST - 36 comments
Help us figure out the best way to do the reverse commute
GTATransit filter: I need the hive mind to figure out the best way for my wife to get from Toronto to Brampton for her teaching job. [more inside]
Do bakeries accept volunteers? (Or - how to see if baking is right for me.)
I have always really enjoyed baking, and have been making cakes, cookies, and candies for my friends and family for years. I have been a little disenchanted with my current job, lately, and have been wondering whether I could turn this hobby into something more. I don't have any sense of what it's actually like to do full time, though, so I was considering contacting one of my local bakeries (there are at least a half dozen) and volunteering my services. [more inside]
How to get an intro to computer sciences?
Should I go back to school and take some computer programming classes? I've got my MLIS and work in Archives now, I'm sorta interested in Content Management but I have no useable computer knowledge. Would an introductory course help me see where my strenghts are and what I might possibly be good at? I'm not sure where to go from just having my Master's on top of the fact that I'm not sure I want to stay in the Archives field. I'm more interested in Records Management but I know I lack a lot of the tech experience
Email-2-IM ?
Hello.. I need to receive notifications about new Email's on my IM app. [more inside]
posted by nagalr at 10:58 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by nagalr at 10:58 AM PST - 9 comments
USDA-Grade School?
Does anyone have any experience with the USDA Graduate School in DC? Is this an acceptable place to do prerequisites for graduate programs? [more inside]
Have you ever had a fear of strangers?
Have you ever suffered from a general fear of strangers? What did/do you do? Read on for more info. [more inside]
Plug a landline into a 3G cellphone?
retrofitting 3G networks back down to landlines: My cellphone has a 1.75mm jack for plugging in earbud/wires. Is there RADIO SHACK technology that can let me somehow plug a "landline" into a cellphone? Is there a secret cellphone code that can generate a "dial tone"?
posted by shipbreaker at 10:39 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by shipbreaker at 10:39 AM PST - 24 comments
What do I do when my lender collapses?
Mortgage switcharoo: My lender just went bankrupt and we haven't been able to pay the August mortgage. There's an additional wrinkle with an escrow account for taxes. What do I do? (lots of detail inside) [more inside]
posted by gofargogo at 10:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by gofargogo at 10:11 AM PST - 13 comments
So what if I'm 5 years late for a rite of passage?
How should I prepare for getting my driver's license? [more inside]
What bands should I check out at the Electric Picnic?
What bands should I check out at the Electric Picnic? [more inside]
Can I outsmart the cache.
How do I make something disappear online? (I know, I know) [more inside]
Could use a confidence booster.
It's my first week in a college dorm. I feel alienated and out of place. Please help me adjust -- advice or encouraging stories appreciated. [more inside]
Online donations
What is the best way to accept donations for a nonprofit organization electronically? [more inside]
Help me prepare an informal lease while temporarly living with a friend.
Need help writing an informal lease while renting a room out of a friends house. [more inside]
Secrets of the String Trimmer
My Ryobi string trimmer doesn't feed well. Should I just buy a new head for it or try one of those alternative string trimmer heads? [more inside]
I like to make plans, he doesn't. What now?
What do you do when one partner likes to make advance plans and the other likes to be spontaneous, in a relationship? [more inside]
Will an MBA help me get into business side of a creative company?
Does anyone out there work on the business development side for a creative company (design firm, architecture firm, fashion, etc)? Do you have an MBA and/or do you think it would help someone break into that type of work? [more inside]
Pyrex everywhere
I just had a Pyrex dish explode in my oven. (It happens, apparently.) I’ve removed all the pieces I can see, but undoubtedly there are shards that fell into cracks below.
Is it okay to use the oven with those remnants in there?
I don’t think I’ll be able to lift the oven over my head and shake it until everything falls out, so if it’s not okay to leave those shards in there, what can I do short of buying a new oven?
posted by ericc at 9:05 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ericc at 9:05 AM PST - 8 comments
Looking for Berlin's Akihabara
Few hours after work travel in Berlin and looking for local Akihabara or good electronics store. Any place close to S/U-bahn is ok.
posted by elpapacito at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by elpapacito at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Is 'br****s' obscene?
I think the UK television gameshow Countdown just beep-edited out the word 'breasts' from their broadcast. Is this mandated by law or some broadcasting code? [more inside]
posted by knapah at 9:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by knapah at 9:03 AM PST - 9 comments
For sale: Jenn-Air High Speed Food Rotter
Why are things suddenly starting to go bad/sour/rotten in my fridge much sooner than they used to? [more inside]
Best android phone?
Whats the best unlocked android phone available? [more inside]
posted by DJWeezy at 8:44 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by DJWeezy at 8:44 AM PST - 5 comments
Possibly Illegal Tupperware Spam
I have a name and contact info for the individual who's been spamming me. What can I do to report him/get rid of him/make his life difficult? Details inside. [more inside]
Can John Madden sell me a house?
Does Contract for Deed ever work? [more inside]
A radio for listening to the space shuttle launch.
Will RadioShack's VHF/AIR/WX/UHF Handheld Scanner let me hear the retransmission of space shuttle launch communications in Cape Canaveral? [more inside]
posted by StimulatingPixels at 8:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by StimulatingPixels at 8:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Teak table & plexiglass, separated by a common ??
How do I attach plexiglass to a teak dining table? [more inside]
How many units of Ableton Live sold annually?
Marke research: how can I find out how many units of Ableton Live music software have been sold annually? [more inside]
posted by SilentSalamander at 7:36 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by SilentSalamander at 7:36 AM PST - 8 comments
Are there any studies showing negative effects of inclusion in the classroom?
I'm not asking anyone to write this paper for me (so nobody's doing my schoolwork), but I need help finding peer-reviewed articles against classroom inclusion. [more inside]
Bears are mammals of the family Ursidae
Bearfilter: Help me name this grizzly bear bean bag! [more inside]
How can I look semi-human in a passport photo?
How can I look like the babe I am in my next passport-sized photograph? [more inside]
posted by tavegyl at 7:11 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by tavegyl at 7:11 AM PST - 19 comments
Ugh. Weddings. Never a fun one.
Boyfriend invited to his best friend's wedding, and, well... drama. [more inside]
Looking for more details of Salem-as-Arkham
I'm looking for details about H.P. Lovecraft's visits to Salem, MA. [more inside]
Argentina Flights
Is there any way around the foreigner-pricing for internal flights within Argentina? [more inside]
Lets go fly a cheap, homemade kite
I need a basic, cheap kite plan that can be easily built by kids. [more inside]
posted by Brodiggitty at 5:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Brodiggitty at 5:57 AM PST - 5 comments
USB drives- Prohibit, audit or ignore?
USB Drives in the sensitive data workplace. Should they be banned, audited or ignored. What is the best way and how to do it? [more inside]
posted by BrodieShadeTree at 5:33 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by BrodieShadeTree at 5:33 AM PST - 23 comments
Plates...?
Can somebody please explain to me what a "plate" is used for in the art world? Are they used to make prints? Are they of any value if they are attributed to a famous artist? How are they produced?
posted by cheechman85 at 5:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cheechman85 at 5:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Late 1930s, Eliot Maine, one-room school.
Did any other MeFi's go to Mrs. Luba's School, in Eliot Maine, or know of it?
posted by RichardS at 5:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by RichardS at 5:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Why, yes, I'd love a free meal!
When someone invites you to dinner or a party at their house, is there a tactful way to indicate that you can't bring anything, or to prevent them from asking? [more inside]
posted by venividivici at 4:08 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by venividivici at 4:08 AM PST - 21 comments
Strangling the cat that poops on the floor would be acceptable to me.
Litterbox Troubleshooting: Two cats. One litterbox. One bathroom. No flushing. HALP. [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon at 3:50 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by grapefruitmoon at 3:50 AM PST - 17 comments
Mac problems with password resetting and broken screens
Calling all Mac experts out there. I have a tricky one. [more inside]
posted by wile e at 2:37 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by wile e at 2:37 AM PST - 10 comments
We're all going on a winter holiday
Looking for real world holiday recommendations for Me and Mrs Rus + 2 yo old toddler in Oct this year [more inside]
Where would a rusty old bike rider like me find a easy and good bike?
I'm thinking about getting a bike to ride to work on, but I have no idea where to start, or what to look for. [more inside]
posted by jonathanstrange at 1:34 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by jonathanstrange at 1:34 AM PST - 23 comments
Books are Rad, Let's Spread the Word!
DonatingTextbooksInAustraliaFilter: How would I go about donating a heap of recent secondary school textbooks to worthy causes. I'm in Melbourne, Australia. [more inside]
posted by micklaw at 12:46 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by micklaw at 12:46 AM PST - 6 comments
footwear for hiking connemara
visiting ireland's west coast -- connemara, doolin, cliffs of moher -- for five days. planning to explore the area and do light hiking. will i be miserable if i have just regular athletic/running shoes that aren't waterproof? [more inside]
posted by swimmingly at 12:25 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by swimmingly at 12:25 AM PST - 11 comments
August 24
Flash movie won't play completely inside frameset on IE8
Flash gurus, HTML developers and XP know-it-alls: I need your help! Flash, framesets and IE8 are not getting along at all. A framed site using Flash works on my desktop, where I still have IE6 running on XP SP3, but not on my XP SP3 laptop with IE8. Whether or not I can make it work in IE8, I still need to demo this site on something that works. If I can't make this work by noon Tuesday, I'm going to have to use my restore disks to return my laptop to its original XP Pro condition so I can at least use IE6 on it. Help me figure out a way to avoid a complete restore in the short run and make this work on IE8 in the long run! [more inside]
posted by wexford_arts at 11:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by wexford_arts at 11:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Poke 'em with a stick!
What is this slimy mess? [more inside]
What are some good interdisciplinary grad programs in the environmental sciences?
I want to develop a strong technical background in environmental issues, but don't want to leave the social sciences - my first passion and the thing in which I know I have actual talent - behind. What are some grad programs that will suit me? [more inside]
Help me find a song from my childhood
A friend from elementary school is looking for some music called "The Blue Rock," by Dale Lauder that our school's band would play. A google search yields sheet music. Does anyone know where one could find a recording?
Cry, Baby. Cry!
I've seen a lot of TV shows/movies that have a baby crying (really crying, not dubbing in the sound). When I think about the filming process, it freaks me out. [more inside]
Need non-people 80's pop culture icons
Pop-culture enthusiasts: I am working on a project that will incorporate 80's(ish) themes/icons. But there is a caveat. [more inside]
posted by dogmom at 8:44 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by dogmom at 8:44 PM PST - 30 comments
How do I cook a 65-degree egg in my own house?
sous-vide-Filter: I have a pot of water and I can buy an immersion heater or aquarium heater, but how do I control it to maintain an arbitrary temperature 40-100C within 1 degree, for cheap? External themostats for homes and microbreweries and aquaria seems to top out at 32C, and cost upwards of 50$. Scientific water baths and ovens cost $800+. And my oven is not accurate enough. [more inside]
$ for Zzzzs.
Buying my first king sized mattress. What should I know? [more inside]
posted by ttyn at 8:34 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ttyn at 8:34 PM PST - 22 comments
What can you do as an elementary teacher or middle school math teacher besides, you know...?
Asking for Mrs. adamwolf:
What's it like being a substitute teacher for someone who just finished a teaching program and has a full-time teaching license? What other full-time job options (outside of a school district) would be available for someone with teaching licenses in both elementary education and middle school mathematics? [more inside]
Anyone have a good MacBook Pro Color Profile to share?
My glossy MBP needs a better color profile. The greys look yellowish, and I haven't been able to create a good color profile myself. Anyone have a color profile to share, preferably with 2.2 gamma? [more inside]
posted by singularian at 8:06 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by singularian at 8:06 PM PST - 4 comments
Pay for Flex?
What, anecdotally speaking, are Flex developers getting paid right now in Los Angeles or a similar city? [more inside]
Good alcoholic drinks for non-drinkers.
Alcohol for non-drinkers [more inside]
What's the best jump starter?
My beloved wife too often leaves her lights on and drains her car's battery. Her colleagues have always been there to provide a jump start, but I want to get a jump starter that she can carry in her trunk. I find many on the web, so seek your recommendations. [more inside]
Damn moles, get off my lawn!
We've been getting molehills in our front garden lately, and we want them to go away. Which anti-mole technology is best for us? [more inside]
"If I could rearrange the alphabet, I'd put the vowels all at the beginning... what?"
Help an aspie initiate making out with girls in college. [more inside]
posted by LSK at 6:51 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by LSK at 6:51 PM PST - 20 comments
A table shouldn't be this hard to search for
I'm looking for a tall, square bar-style table, at least 40 inches high, with four legs (i.e. not a pedestal table), and two chairs of matching height, with backs. I'm finding this surprisingly hard to search for online. Is there a website out there which can help me? I looked at Ikea, and I found this, which is perfect for the table, but it's not available online.
posted by Coventry at 6:43 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Coventry at 6:43 PM PST - 12 comments
What was this song?
What was this Superpitcheresque song I heard on late-night college radio the other night? [more inside]
posted by dunkadunc at 6:34 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by dunkadunc at 6:34 PM PST - 2 comments
How to move to Canada and bring my UK small business with me?
We currently live in the UK and my wife has secured a job in Vancouver, so we're moving to Canada! Yay! However, I am self employed and run my own small business in the UK. All the Canadian Work permit stuff is geared to people who've got a job offer from a Canadian employer, not someone bringing a small business with them. Anyone done this (or something similar) before? Got any advice? [more inside]
Being Winston Wolf For Dummies
Can a person train him- or herself to be more level-headed in emergency situations? [more inside]
I regret that I have but one variable life to give
Once upon a time my new financial adviser sold me a variable life insurance policy. Although I didn't really need any more insurance, she said it would be a great investment for retirement because of its tax advantages. I doubt this now and wonder if (and how) I should get out of it. [more inside]
I want a job with you, just not right now.
I want to have a coffee with some potential employers, but they might think it is a job interview. How I can eloquently backstep this sticky situation? [more inside]
Cheap portable mp3 speakers?
Looking for decent portable speakers for my mp3 player, ideally for $30 or less. This is for my cube at work - low volume, but I'd like at least some bass (current $5 piece of crap speakers do not have put out any bass that I can detect, even when adjusting the primitive equalizer on my mp3 player). [more inside]
Where to buy a crepe cake in LB/OC?
Where can I find a crepe cake in the Long Beach, CA area? [more inside]
Help me track down stolen laptop please!
Quick! I right at this fleeting moment have remote access to a stolen laptop of mine that had logmein installed. what files can i copy over from it that might hold any type of identifying information? i can see that the thief uses firefox, so are there firefox logfiles that would track what websites he's visited, even his online email account or something along those lines? any other useful files anyone can think of that can help me track this guy down? [more inside]
Can you identify these plants?
Can you help me identify this berry plant in my backyard? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark at 6:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by H. Roark at 6:03 PM PST - 10 comments
OCD Isn't Funny. Right?
How do I (or do I) politely explain to people that when they laughingly say they have OCD (because they want to be tidy or whatever), I find it truly insensitive? [more inside]
posted by dzaz at 6:02 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by dzaz at 6:02 PM PST - 45 comments
Choose Details in OS X
Mac OSX Filter: How can I change the details displayed for files in a directory while in list view? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 5:43 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by reenum at 5:43 PM PST - 7 comments
What do you know about sports psychology?
What do you know about sports psychology? My 15 year old son is a competitive fencer and has a tendency to dwell on the point he just lost, which tends to cause him to lose the next point, which he then dwells on even more, etc. I can't relax on the strip for him, so I'm looking for books or resources I can point him towards to help. [more inside]
posted by COD at 5:42 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by COD at 5:42 PM PST - 15 comments
What to do at a joint bachelor/bachelorette party?
What activities or games would be good for a joint bachelor/ bachelorette party? [more inside]
How much prep does painted paneling need?
Repainting already painted wood paneling - can I just slap on a new coat? [more inside]
posted by Lesser Shrew at 5:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Lesser Shrew at 5:31 PM PST - 9 comments
What is the source of the quotation "The United States is in no sense founded upon the christian doctrine."
"The United States is in no sense founded upon the christian doctrine." is often attributed to George Washington. Where did he say this? Google turns up many unattributed versions of this quotation, but I couldn't find any attribution or source. Anyone able to do better?
posted by ivey at 5:19 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ivey at 5:19 PM PST - 5 comments
What is the best way to adjust to a new mattress?
MattressHackingFilter: I recently upgraded from a fairly firm queen sized mattress to a king-sized soft pillow-top (Simmons Beautyrest). While laying down feels noticeably different (and pretty damn comfy), I do wake up with some back pain, most notable a tightness in my upper back and in the shoulders towards the neck. Are there any quick-and-cheap solutions (besides returning it) that can alleviate the pain? Is this just my body adjusting or am I S.O.L.?
Where can a man learn to dress himself in the Lower East Side of Manhattan?
Where can a man learn to dress himself in the Lower East Side of Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by deern the headlice at 4:58 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by deern the headlice at 4:58 PM PST - 15 comments
Facebook hacking-help!
Quickest way to contact someone at Facebook regarding a hacker? [more inside]
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 4:54 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 4:54 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me find a Mint!
Can anyone help me find a place to make my own "play" gold & silver coins for a Live RPG? [more inside]
posted by GJSchaller at 4:26 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by GJSchaller at 4:26 PM PST - 11 comments
What do you do with an ostrich egg?
Professional Response In Relation To Private Situation?
What sort of professional response should I write to a person with whom I have some personal issues? [more inside]
posted by Joey Michaels at 4:03 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by Joey Michaels at 4:03 PM PST - 41 comments
What is that facial stuff from American Psycho
I want to try that stuff you rub on your face and then peel off like a mask. What is it called, what does it do, and is there a cheap brand? [more inside]
posted by Citizen Premier at 3:45 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Citizen Premier at 3:45 PM PST - 13 comments
Gotta get back.
I need to return to Poland, but I don't know if I can. Visa issues. [more inside]
frequent masturbation and sperm count
Male fertility question -- does excessive masturbation reduce sperm count? [more inside]
Steampunk Lincoln & the Robot Monkey need company
I'm looking for art with a certain geek/nerd aesthetic. So far I like Robot Destruction, Steampunk Lincoln, and various Penny Arcade prints such as this one.
My criteria are: [more inside]
posted by braveterry at 3:15 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by braveterry at 3:15 PM PST - 18 comments
Should I get a Marmoleum kitchen floor?
Flooring-filter: Talk to me about linoleum in general, and Marmoleum brand linoleum in particular. Is it nice? Is it DIY-able? What should I know before choosing it for our kitchen? [more inside]
What is this strange seed/fruit that fell from the sky?
This "fell out of the sky" near my house. I have never seen this kind of seed or fruit before. Does anyone know what this is?
posted by senador at 3:13 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by senador at 3:13 PM PST - 8 comments
What is the best universal charger to reduce cable clutter, esp while travelling?
What is the best universal charger to reduce cable clutter, esp while travelling? [more inside]
Car loan and CarMax
Are there reasons I should avoid CarMax auto financing and go with my local bank? [more inside]
Ensuring I never scream, "Tina, bring me the ax!"
Avoiding Mommie Dearest: How to raise a healthy, happy daughter when your own relationship with your mother was less than ideal? [more inside]
posted by thenewbrunette at 2:21 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by thenewbrunette at 2:21 PM PST - 20 comments
Help me research the underemployment reporting divide.
Is work/trade, or any kind of non-monetary exchange of goods and/or services currently under statistical analysis? [more inside]
posted by JaiMahodara at 2:14 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JaiMahodara at 2:14 PM PST - 4 comments
Push-ups worked, how now to maintain?
I've been doing regular push-up sets three days each week, and am pleased with the results. How do I maintain my current state of arm-shape, without getting still bulkier or losing any of it?
Do I simply keep doing the number of reps/days that I have been doing to this point? Or is there an always-increasing threshold I need to aim for?
posted by everichon at 2:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by everichon at 2:06 PM PST - 11 comments
(Where) should I get a sports massage in Cambridge, MA?
Sports massage in Cambridge, MA? [more inside]
Switching from TIAA-CREF to VALIC?
I have been offered an individual consultation with a financial advisor from VALIC with the aim of convincing me to switch my 403(b) from TIAA-CREF to VALIC. Does anyone have any experience with VALIC? Should I be wary of the fact that VALIC is a rebranded arm of AIG? [more inside]
Which programming language should I learn?
I'm totally intimidated by programming, but I think I need some not-so-mad programming skillz. [more inside]
Hiring a nanny, need info?
I am hiring a nanny for my 7 year old, what to consider? [more inside]
I want to eat me some yummy books.
I love food, and I love fiction. I'd love to read more fiction with tremendous descriptions of food. Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by PhoBWanKenobi at 1:14 PM PST - 61 comments
posted by PhoBWanKenobi at 1:14 PM PST - 61 comments
What can my health insurance company do with this information?
I want to consult a doctor about some possible health problems, but I don't want my insurance company to know about it. What do I do? [more inside]
Oh, his aching legs!
How can I arrange an overnight layover, and how much will it cost me? My very tall boyfriend and I are planning to visit my dad in Shanghai, and we're hoping to find a way to give his legs a rest between flights. [more inside]
Does anyone know the typeface/font used in the Ruby and Ruby on Rails logos?
Does anyone know the typeface/font used in the Ruby and Ruby on Rails logos?
Anyone know any secrets to finding partial week rentals in VA Beach?
Anyone have any tricks up their sleeve about finding a "partial week rental" in Virginia Beach over Labor Day weekend? [more inside]
Looking for the name of an arcade game with an Indiana Jones look-a-like
Looking for the name of an multi-player arcade game that featured an Indiana Jones-like character and a top down view. [more inside]
posted by ktrey at 11:52 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by ktrey at 11:52 AM PST - 4 comments
What books should I read about historical Rome and Venice?
I'm looking for books about Italy, specifically Rome and Venice, and also books set in Rome and/or Venice. What would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by garlic at 11:27 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by garlic at 11:27 AM PST - 20 comments
Kim Dae-Jung's masked entourage.
I know former S. Korean president Kim Dae-Jung died of pneumonia -- does that account for the surgical masks worn by the pallbearers or is there something more to it?
Help me justify putting off a visit to the doctor because I am poor.
What's the simplest email service?
Email-filter: I have promised to help my aunt set up an email account. She is totally computer illiterate. Doesn't own a computer, probably doen't know how to turn one on, but wants to email her granddaughter who just started college. Help me pick the best email service for her! [more inside]
posted by SuperErin at 10:52 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by SuperErin at 10:52 AM PST - 27 comments
Recommendations for an adjustable ergonomic keyboard arm/tray?
Recommendations for an adjustable ergonomic keyboard arm/tray? This seems to be such a niche market that there is little to no advice to find through searching. An Amazon search yields items with one or (mostly) zero reviews, and not even nerd-frequented sites (MeFi, reddit, etc.) seem to have any posts related to this subject. There are some about desks but that's about it. So, does anyone here have recommendations?
Identify the Mystery Purple Vegetable!
MysteryVeggieFilter: can any of you vegetable experts identify this bad boy? It tasted somewhat like a tomato, although tarter, and we have no clues as to its identity as a friend dropped it off along with a bunch of other vegetables from a community garden. Thoughts?
posted by hatta at 10:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by hatta at 10:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Plan something for next year? Not while we're in therapy..
Would it be unreasonable to ask my spouse not to discuss and make distant future plans while we are in couples therapy? [more inside]
Radio Interference Along the Beltway
What causes massively scrambled FM radio reception along the Capital Beltway near Falls Church, Virginia? [more inside]
APS --> jpeg
Is there an online or mail service that will convert/process Advantix or APS film rolls to digital media?
posted by plexi at 9:34 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by plexi at 9:34 AM PST - 3 comments
How would you store half a tomato?
Can I get my money back?
The AC of my Mercedes Benz 2002 stopped working so we took it to a well known Used Car Dealership for a check up. They charge me $150.00 just for the check up and gave me an estimate of about $3,000 to fix it (basically they said all the system had to be replace it). I didn’t want to spend that kind of money so we took it one of those ‘basic repair shop’ chains and they fixed it by changing a $25.00 sensor. I want my $150.00 back, I live in Florida and don't know if I am entitled to a refund? If I am, what is the best way to ask for it? I’m pissed at them but I want to behave civilized and effective.
Reliable Property Managment Company in Atlanta?
Any personal recommendations for property management companies in Atlanta? For a duplex and two single family homes--4 rentals total. We are considering moving out of state, but don't want to sell anything... Also interested in any general advice about using a property management firm...
How do I bet on Rachael Alexandra in the Woodward?
How do I place a bet on Rachael Alexandra in the upcoming Woodward Stakes without actually attending the race? [more inside]
posted by warble at 9:14 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by warble at 9:14 AM PST - 5 comments
Not looking to be Indiana Jones, but George Reisner would be OK.
Are you, or is someone you know well, a practicing archaeologist? Yes? Come on in; I have some questions for you. [more inside]
Adderall and YOU
How did Adderall change things for you? [more inside]
I love you, fresh egg
What cooking secrets take your food to the almost-pro level? [more inside]
posted by chalbe at 8:34 AM PST - 135 comments
posted by chalbe at 8:34 AM PST - 135 comments
EFT Security Recommendations
Is there a required or recommended security standard, compliance, or best practice for entities in the USA for collecting and storing bank account and routing numbers? [more inside]
posted by branwen at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by branwen at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
A few questions upon the eve of an imminent move to Toronto.
TorontoFilter: We're moving next week from the US and have a few questions. Can you help us hit the ground running? [more inside]
Move my inbox from Thunderbird to Outlook
Long time Thunderbird user, I'm trying to switch to Outlook as it works better with my iPhone, but I can't find a way to accurately move the contents of my inbox. Help! [more inside]
Gift for a woman I barely know?
I need help coming up with a gift idea for a 40-50 year old woman that I don't know very well at all. [more inside]
posted by Phire at 7:48 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Phire at 7:48 AM PST - 23 comments
The Ron Popeil School of Microlending?
Are there any mutual funds / stocks that invest in Microlending organizations? [more inside]
Help me find a biography of a man with OCD.
Help me identify a book about an amazing Italian man with obsessive compulsive disorder. [more inside]
posted by Wordwoman at 7:36 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Wordwoman at 7:36 AM PST - 1 comment
Which monitor is for me?
Best affordable external monitor for HD video editing? [more inside]
posted by timshel at 6:51 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by timshel at 6:51 AM PST - 5 comments
Why does hypoglycemic sweat stink so bad?
I am a type 1 [insulin-dependent] diabetic, and sometimes at night, when I haven't eaten enough to cover the insulin I took that evening, I 'bottom out': my blood sugar goes down very low and I wake up bathed in sweat and must go searching for orange juice.
My question is about this: The nighttime sweat from low blood sugar just... stinks. It is powerfully rank sweat, as though I had not washed in many days. My partner agreed, he has noticed that it is different from any other sweat I sweat. "You NEVER smell like that any other time. It's a low blood sugar thing." Yet only at night! I also become clothes-soakingly sweaty if low blood sugar happens during the day, BUT it seems 'normal', the same as when I exercise.
Can anyone tell me why this might be? Why is the night-time hypoglycemic sweat so incredibly smelly? [more inside]
posted by st looney up the cream bun and jam at 6:43 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by st looney up the cream bun and jam at 6:43 AM PST - 10 comments
One drive to rule them all
I'd like to import my DVD collection onto a harddrive but then be able to watch it through the tv. What are my options? [more inside]
Video Editing Software for Travel Videos
Can anyone suggest a simple Non-Linear Video Editing Software for Windows XP? One that can accept and output variety of Formats. For editing together Videos (MJPG) taken on a Canon Digital photo Camera. [more inside]
WinXP Corrupt (this is news?) ...Desktop Disaster in Process
Win XP corrupted system and SAM files... disaster in process, need expert input and recommendation for a data recovery service I can trust. [more inside]
posted by FauxScot at 6:42 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by FauxScot at 6:42 AM PST - 10 comments
Abbie Hoffman
I'm trying to track down a quote, I think from Abbie Hoffman or one of the other Yippies. It was a dark humor sort of joke about how on an upcoming holiday weekend, a certain number of people were going to kill themselves on the roads in protest of the Vietnam War... ring any bells for anyone?
Will LED light therapy help reverse all over sun damaged skin?
Old sun-damaged skin all over my body--is it tilting at windmills to consider light therapy? [more inside]
My god, it's full of permissions.
Registy editing permissions, group policies and Windows Defender, I think... [more inside]
You're a great guy, but let's just not be friends.
I think I will always sort of want my ex; I think I will never really feel OK about seeing him with someone else; I think I only ever considered staying friends in case maybe we could work things out eventually. How much of this should I tell him? [more inside]
I promise to relish your recipes... (rolls drum)
Planning on harvesting my cucumbers and I need the hive mind for relish recipes. [more inside]
posted by Mastercheddaar at 6:05 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Mastercheddaar at 6:05 AM PST - 6 comments
I need an image of a pilcrow/paragraph mark for a tattoo.
Can you show me your favorite image of a pilcrow/paragraph mark, suitable for a tattoo? [more inside]
posted by sugarfish at 6:03 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by sugarfish at 6:03 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me find new guitar/singer songs, please
Help me expand my repertoire of vocal/acoustic guitar songs. [more inside]
I think I have ADHD
I think I may have adult ADHD. Help me make the most of my visit to a doctor. [more inside]
How do you test a food for vitamins?
How do they figure out what kind of vitamins and nutrients are in food? I understand how the figure out calories, but how did they ever figure out that a banana had potassium or oranges were full of vitamin C in the first place?
posted by Caravantea at 5:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Caravantea at 5:35 AM PST - 7 comments
Old-time gamers - need a recommendation for an out-of-date video game system for 5-year-old
Recommendations for an obsolete video game system for a 5-year-old [more inside]
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 5:35 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 5:35 AM PST - 24 comments
Canning season is here - we need advice on how to keep our pickled veggies crunchy!
Canning season is here - we need advice on how to keep our pickled veggies crunchy! [more inside]
Help me be frizz-free and wavy
What product can I use on my naturally wavy, very frizzy, shoulder-length hair while wet, so that it dries frizz-free? Bonus points if it also enhances the waviness. Extra bonus points if it helps it dry faster. [more inside]
Why can't I rent a convertible?
Why can't I find a decently-priced convertible rental out of SFO the in September? [more inside]
Wherez my snare? Wherez my micz?
What are the best music recording resources? (Web sites, discussion boards, books, etc) [more inside]
Is there any microblogging software for keeping a private journal?
I'd like to experiment with microblogging as a way of keeping a private diary/journal (stored on my HD, not a server). Does anyone know of any (Windows) software for this purpose, please? I am thinking of a little app like the Digsby Twitter interface that lies in my system tray and allows me to type short posts which it then automatically times and dates and appends to a text file or Word doc on my HD. I know I could do this manually with a text editor or word processor, but I think the microblogging format would provide more of a stimulus.
posted by kitfreeman at 3:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by kitfreeman at 3:30 AM PST - 11 comments
drunk dating?
I am a recently recovering alcoholic. I am casually dating someone who does not know I am a recovering alcoholic. Should I tell him? How should I tell him? Should I end things all together? [more inside]
August 23
Your suggestion could help establish a revolving credit line in the Himalayas!
Help me find good films on Nepal, for a high-school crowd. [more inside]
I have found the perfect pair of jeans. And now I need your help getting more.
Calling all fashionistas, shopaholics, people with better google-fu than I, etc. -- trying to find exactly the same pair of designer jeans I just bought, only online, in larger quantity, and cheap... also a novelty item... [more inside]
posted by paultopia at 11:40 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by paultopia at 11:40 PM PST - 11 comments
Where to find lightning closures?
Where can I find lightning closures for purchase sans bottle? I want to install them on my own bottles. (Description and photos below) [more inside]
posted by Merlin144 at 10:59 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Merlin144 at 10:59 PM PST - 5 comments
Identify this herb/spice!
My new iPhone won't sync!
My iPhone was stolen. I got a new one, but now I can't get iTunes to sync correctly with it. [more inside]
Hong Kong style noodles. Recipes requested.
Hong Kong style shrimp noodles and what to do with them? Give me your recipes please. [more inside]
posted by lilywing13 at 10:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lilywing13 at 10:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Egypt Was Good Enough for King Tut
MovingFarAwayFilter: GF is dead-set on moving from Brooklyn to Cairo, Egypt, for at least a year. I'm pretty resistant to the idea since I love NYC and, if forced to move outside the US, there are hundreds of cities I'd rather move to. I desperately need some 1st/2nd person accounts of living in Cairo / Egypt to help make this decision. [more inside]
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 9:51 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 9:51 PM PST - 43 comments
Tips for a train trip across the West.
In September, I've got 10 days to see everything I can see from Minneapolis to Portland, OR along the route of Amtrak's Empire Builder. Know anything about these places? I'm looking for some Metafilter reconnaissance about my route. [more inside]
How much work is a used Toyota truck?
Never owned an old car, thinking of buying a 1988 Toyota 4x4 truck. Stupid? [more inside]
posted by ChrisHartley at 8:56 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ChrisHartley at 8:56 PM PST - 17 comments
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Please recommend a simple route on public transportation to go from JFK airport to White Plains Airport (Westchester County). [more inside]
posted by SLC Mom at 8:53 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by SLC Mom at 8:53 PM PST - 7 comments
How to get cheap flights within Asia, specifically between China and Vietnam?
How to get cheap flights within Asia, specifically between China and Vietnam? [more inside]
Book recommendation: Healthcare & Native Americans?
Asking on behalf of G.F.: Is there a good book about Healthcare & Native Americans in the United States? [more inside]
posted by justkevin at 7:21 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by justkevin at 7:21 PM PST - 5 comments
Weird keyless remote programming situation
Follow me here: I just bought a used 95 Honda Odyssey van that is almost identical to the 95 Honda van I already have, but nicer. I'm trying to get the keyless remote for the old Honda to work with the new old Honda. [more inside]
International calling fail
Trying to call a number overseas... Despite having a international calling as part of my phone plan, I can't seem to get through! [more inside]
posted by Funky Claude at 7:12 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Funky Claude at 7:12 PM PST - 11 comments
Health checkup for dummies
Do I need health insurance to visit a G.P.? [more inside]
But I've almost beat Peggle!...
Is there any way to transfer my high scores and achievements from the games on my 1st gen iPod Touch to my upcoming iPhone 3GS? [more inside]
posted by photomusic86 at 7:08 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by photomusic86 at 7:08 PM PST - 3 comments
When can a relief pitcher enter a baseball game? (Also, unassisted triple plays.)
When can a relief pitcher enter a baseball game? (Specifically, in reference to the first inning of today's Phillies-Mets game.) Also, why are there more unassisted triple plays than before? [more inside]
Hello Kitty, Hello Crappy!
My iMac iSight camera is "in use by another application". Can you help me figure this out so I can use the camera again? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 6:47 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 6:47 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I get up to speed with e/m coding?
e/m coding: who knows about it and where can I find more information? [more inside]
posted by EmptyK at 6:33 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by EmptyK at 6:33 PM PST - 2 comments
How about them waves?
Lawn Guyland filter: Does anyone know how long the big waves at Jones Beach and Robert Moses beach going to last? Are they still even around? How about tomorrow morning? [more inside]
posted by amethysts at 6:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by amethysts at 6:07 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me stay awake!
I'm starting college tomorrow, and I have a problem. If I have to sit through a long talk (class, lecture, church, doesn't matter what) I'll start falling asleep. It usually happens around ten minutes into it, regardless of how much sleep I've had the night before. I've tried going to bed earlier, sleeping longer, pinching myself and drinking water through classes. I don't drink caffeine in the morning, so I know it's not a crash. This tiredness only lasts as long as the class does; as soon as it's over, I regain full alertness and it's as if I was never tired at all. [more inside]
Blood tests expensive for lyme disease?
Are blood tests for lyme disease particularly expensive without insurance? I'm assuming the antibiotics won't be too bad but I could be wrong.
Thanks
First time in Japan
Two weeks in Japan (first time)... suggestions? [more inside]
Sync Outlook calendar and Google - with only generic blocks of busy/free time?
Sync Outlook calendar and Google - with only generic blocks of busy/free time? [more inside]
looping live - a good, cheap setup?
help with hardware for live music looping setup [more inside]
So Cal Bachelor Party-- Help!!
Uh oh, time to plan a memorable, one of a kind Southern California bachelor party and strippers aren't an option! Please hive mind, help! [more inside]
Student discount directory for the Arlington, TX area?
I'm starting my first day as a college frosh tomorrow. I want to take full advantage of everything the college experience has to offer-- like student discounts! But repeated Googling has failed me; I can't seem to find a directory of local business or events that offer student discounts! I live in Arlington, TX. Can the hive-mind point me towards any comprehensive directories for student discounts in the area?
Lomo–tastic!
I just got a Lomo Fisheye 2 for my birthday! I am super excitemented. Hive, hit me with your bestest Lomo / fisheye tips and tricks! [more inside]
posted by t0astie at 4:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by t0astie at 4:23 PM PST - 5 comments
T-shirts that I can wear for the rest of my life
Bob's Hardware. 10k Run/Walk. Timbuktu Science Center.
I want an unlimited online source for these generic t-shirts that you see all the time. I just found out that there are sites that let you design these shirts for your organization or event such as this that give you all the generic clip art your heart could desire but they of course want a bulk order. Anyone know of a site that lets you design a shirt like this and just order 1 unit, or that lets you order a copy of a shirt that someone else has already got them to design?
posted by dino terror at 4:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dino terror at 4:19 PM PST - 4 comments
Who painted the cover to Royal Trux' Accelerator album?
Who painted the cover to Royal Trux' Accelerator album, and do they have any other work I can look at?
There are no gay people in the future. (Or are there?)
Looking for book recs about sci-fi, specifically about gender issues and jetpack-related physics. [more inside]
posted by mumble at 3:55 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by mumble at 3:55 PM PST - 27 comments
A career training service dogs?
Need info about a career training service dogs. [more inside]
How to check up on a caller claiming to be a debt collector?
A debt collector keeps calling me with automated messages asking me to call them back during business hours and confirm my identity. As far as I know I have no debts. How can I find out if this is legit, not a scam, etc? [more inside]
I am not *your* code monkey
I am a web developer and often find myself in situations where acquaintances, friends and family request that I build web sites or web store for free or extremely cheap. How do I handle these tedious requests? How have you handled them? [more inside]
I Haven't Had So Much Fun Since the Pigs Ate My Brother
"I Haven't Had So Much Fun Since the Pigs Ate My Brother." Aside from this post, what year and where was the first time you heard this phrase? [more inside]
posted by eccnineten at 3:28 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by eccnineten at 3:28 PM PST - 11 comments
Batch image edit needed!
I am looking for a site/service/person who can batch edit the background out of 125 images and swap in a blue screen background. Any ideas?
-The pictures are of ppl (from the waist up) holding a piece of 81/2X11 sheet of paper.
-The background is a neutral textured wall, that blends pretty well with some of the clothes ppl are wearing. :(
-Here is a link to three samples sample 1 sample 2 sample 3 [more inside]
Why is BILLPAY free?
How do I make a folder in the root of a shared network drive inaccessible over the network but accessible to that computer?
I have a 1TB secondary drive in my desktop computer that I have the root of shared over my local network. Inside are 5 folders, all but one of I want to be accessible over the network (one is a backup folder I don't want accessible to other network computers). Before I reinstalled my OS I had figured some way of changing the permissions so that if I was on the desktop itself I could get into the backup folder, but if I was on any other computer on the network I could see the shared drive and modify any folder but the backup one. I just recently reinstalled Windows Vista (Went from 32 bit to 64 bit) and now I can’t remember how I had set the permissions. [more inside]
posted by token-ring at 3:08 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by token-ring at 3:08 PM PST - 3 comments
Word 2007 Help
Can you help me figure out how to change the color of the line down the right side of the page in this document? It's from a template and I don't know how "grab" the line to change it. [more inside]
posted by orsonet at 2:47 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by orsonet at 2:47 PM PST - 4 comments
Has Apple backed me into a corner of infinite regress?
What's up with my itunes/quick-time/OS?? I can't play my music! [more inside]
How do I file a Google Maps bug report?
Google Maps has my street name misspelled. How do I get them to fix it?
posted by breezeway at 2:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by breezeway at 2:02 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me think of a new career.
I feel like a career change. I need help brainstorming the possibilities. Which careers do you think may meet my skills and requirements? [more inside]
Help me track where I spend my surfing time
I'm looking for a Firefox extension (compatible with 3.5) that will show me how much time I spend on a given website per day/week. [more inside]
What 3D software do I use for Architectural models suitable for 3D printing?
Hey all. Similar questions to this have been asked, but I think my formulation is unique.
I am trying to model some stone walls for architectural models. I need the stone texture to show up in 3D so it will print on a 3D printer. I am not sure what the best 3D software to use for this application. [more inside]
If they're hobos, shouldn't they be outside?
I think there are hobo spiders in my house. How freaked out should I be? Time to call the exterminator? [more inside]
Where do you install this filter in this Renault?
In a 2006 Renault Kangoo (french car) where you do you install the passenger area air filter (filter's AC, heater vent air etc). In french it's referred to as the "filtre d' habiacle". [more inside]
posted by upc_head at 12:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by upc_head at 12:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Mel Gibzetti
In the recent documentary not quite hollywood
, the talking heads mention the Australian influence on Italian genre films, where an entire genre of Mad Max–style rip-offs emerged. What are these movies, and can I get them on netflix? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:41 AM PST - 6 comments
Where's Mr. Dot? There he is!
Clean pipes vs. leaky sink
What did I botch when reconnecting the pipes under my kitchen sink, causing them to start leaking? Picture included below, with the leak indicated. [more inside]
posted by swrittenb at 10:41 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by swrittenb at 10:41 AM PST - 14 comments
Where to live in or around Green Bay?
I will be relocating to the Green Bay, WI area in about 5 weeks and need advice on where to live. [more inside]
Looking for an attractive laptop sleeve.
Seeking recommendations for durable and attractive laptop jackets (the kind that you leave on when the laptop is in use). [more inside]
Hanging things from cement ceilings?
How can I hang something from the ceiling of my apartment if the ceiling is cement? [more inside]
My monitor won't turn on
Is my Dell monitor dead? CPU boots up but the monitor is black and on/off switch is not lighting up. [more inside]
Is there a trip to the vet in Monty's future?
[Dogfilter] Our dog has periodic (sometimes as often as 2x/week) phases when his appetite vanishes and his belly makes gurgling noises, suggesting indigestion. Is this normal? What should we do? Further details and [more inside]
posted by DrGail at 9:32 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by DrGail at 9:32 AM PST - 7 comments
Apple third-party repair shops in the Bay Area?
What's the Bay Area equivalent of TekServe? [more inside]
posted by NucleophilicAttack at 9:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by NucleophilicAttack at 9:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Movie in which thieves sync their heist with songs?
What's that movie in which two male thieves synchronise the timing of their heist by whistling jazz songs? [more inside]
posted by oxit at 9:13 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by oxit at 9:13 AM PST - 14 comments
Phone call grammar
If I am on the phone with an unknown person, I usually say "whom an I speaking with?" to get the callers name. It doesn't seem to roll of the tongue very nicely though. What is the best way to get a callers name in today's world?
Can you help me translate my soup instructions so that I may enjoy these delicious soups?
Chinese market filter: can you help me translate my soup packages so that I can enjoy them? [more inside]
posted by Meagan at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Meagan at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
What Causes Traffic Noise?
Traffic noise. What percentage of it is caused by: 1) The internal combustion engine and associated systems (as opposed to an all electric vehicle) 2) Air turbulence of the vehicle moving through space, 3) Other mechanical issues.
Why Did the Libyans Welcome the Lockerbie Guy as a Hero?
Regarding the Lockerbie bomber, recently released and returned to Libya, where he was given a heroes welcome (in defiance of Obama's warning that such a homecoming would affect American/Libyan relations)....has anyone read an article, perhaps in the foreign press, explaining the feelings Libyans (the people, not the whacky regime) have for this guy?
posted by jimmyjimjim at 7:43 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by jimmyjimjim at 7:43 AM PST - 24 comments
Is it appropriate to ask for a finder's fee? If so, how much?
Is it appropriate to ask for a finder's fee? If so, how much? [more inside]
What phone number do use to reach the police in a non-emergency?
When you need to call the police, but it isn't an emergency, what phone number do you call? 911? (U.S.) [more inside]
Not exactly escargots
Where can I find live snails in London or not very far away? [more inside]
Fuel efficient, fun-to-drive hatchbacks for < $4500
Which hatchback should I be looking at? Plus: diesel vs. gas engines... [more inside]
How can I fix my fixed gear bike whose rear cog rotates with the chain when I pedal?
How can I fix my fixed gear bike whose rear cog rotates with the chain when I pedal? [more inside]
posted by Hates_ at 3:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Hates_ at 3:58 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can I find the best writing on the internet?
Is there a web site which recommends the best writing on the net on a periodic basis? [more inside]
posted by jpg15 at 1:29 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jpg15 at 1:29 AM PST - 11 comments
What kind of fake fur is this?
What kind of fake fur is this? Bonus points for where I can find 20 yards of it cheaply. [more inside]
Help me with a tricky (for me) Python problem
I am trying to make a python script that takes a CSV file and turns it into an HTML table. I need it to combine a column containing a website name and another column containing a URL into an HTML link. [more inside]
posted by Mjolnir at 1:00 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mjolnir at 1:00 AM PST - 7 comments
August 22
grass / synthetic surface run in the bay area?
anybody know of a grass / synthetic surface for a run in the bay area? [more inside]
Which netbook should I get?
Another netbook question: my 4 year old VAIO laptop is just about on its last leg, and I'm looking to replace it with a netbook as my primary computer. More specifics inside. [more inside]
What's the best way to protect a poster at a concert?
What's the best way to protect a poster at a (general admission) concert? [more inside]
posted by gchucky at 10:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by gchucky at 10:53 PM PST - 11 comments
what's the best birthday celebration you've been to? i need ideas, please!
what's the best birthday celebration you've been to? i need ideas, please! [more inside]
There's a hole in my ozone. Please fill it with rss goodness.
Help me find the perfect rss reader for my HTC Ozone. [more inside]
Lil Ms. Happy
I am in search of a literary character... Here are the stats: Female, happy, feisty, very feminine, straight forward, unmarried in her 30's- and no shame in that position, no bitterness, genuinely happy for everyone else around her, socially not the norm but does not see that she is out of the norm, naively happy... does not have to be a classical character but must be a strong character. Thanks!
Daddy needs a new game of choice...
On a single round of betting at a casino what is the best odds? (One that doesn't require skill such as BJ or Poker. Something where I can just walk up and put a chip(s) somewhere like Roulette or Craps.) [more inside]
I just want to work, for Christ's sake.
Why can't I find a job with my biochemistry bachelor's degree in Seattle, WA (grad school is most certainly on the agenda, but not for another couple of years)? What other options should I explore, and how do I go about it? [more inside]
Have you used the Canrailpass?
Have you used the Canrailpass? Or traveled across Canada in a similar way, by train or bus? [more inside]
posted by skwt at 9:36 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by skwt at 9:36 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me interpret this postmortem toxicology report
Toxicology experts: Please help me interpret this postmortem toxicology report. The report, and my questions, are inside. [more inside]
What are some of the best Italian movies of the last 30 years?
What Italian movies am I missing out on? I'm familiar with the post-war classics, but it's hard to come by more modern stuff in the States. [more inside]
Back to school we go
How do older students get into grad school? [more inside]
posted by CwgrlUp at 8:55 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by CwgrlUp at 8:55 PM PST - 17 comments
Mayan and Incan books
Looking for engaging books or videos about the Incans and Mayans, or any other similar South and Central American groups. [more inside]
I am not ashamed to admit I like the harp.
Hit me with your best harp music! [more inside]
How to save our skillets
Our cast iron skillets caught fire. Can they ever be used again? [more inside]
posted by specialagentwebb at 7:36 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by specialagentwebb at 7:36 PM PST - 20 comments
Can literary journals ask for a reading fee?
There is a literary journal currently asking for a $1 "handling fee" to fast-track submitted stories. Is this okay? What really, is the point of asking for a dollar?
posted by uans at 7:32 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by uans at 7:32 PM PST - 20 comments
Where can I connect with other survivors?
I need recommendations for a group for survivors of violent crime and or sexual assault. I am in the Glendale/Burbank area. [more inside]
My Mac is so hot!
I have a MacBook 2ghz that I bought in Jan 07. On Friday, my fan died, and I need to replace it. [more inside]
Help us call shenanigans at our wedding reception!
Asking for a friend: We want to do something interesting at our wedding reception, some fun "shenanigans" that will help break the ice amongst our guests (about five tables of eight people apiece). [more inside]
To drink or to stop drinking so much
How bad is it to take Xanax with a glass or two of wine? [more inside]
Is there a magic gear I should switch into?
How the crap do you ride a bike? [more inside]
Best way to edit MP4 HD video in FCP?
Preventing slowdowns when editing HD video in FCP? [more inside]
posted by unSane at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by unSane at 6:29 PM PST - 2 comments
I Wish I Could Go Back to College
Would going back to school help me find a job that doesn't suck? [more inside]
Did I make a fair request, or was I committing 'emotional terrorism'?
My uncle John has a new buddy who I don't like. I asked John to please not invite me around when his buddy was over. John was initially fine with it but is now not ok with it. [more inside]
Can I include companies I was subcontracted to in my portfolio?
Freelancers, if you're subcontracted by company A to work for a big client, company B, do you include both company A and company B in your portfolio? Does this change if you're actually employeed by company A, but still want to maintain a freelance portfolio? [more inside]
How do I setup this server?
I have a Dell 2900 with with space for 8 drives (Perc 5/i). Is there any kind of expandable RAID configuration I can use so I don't have to buy 8, 2TB immediately? Any ideas on what way to do this? I would like something with the equivalent of a RAID5 level protection. [more inside]
Where can I find these cool and comfy chairs in TO?
Where can I find chairs like the ones at Aroma Espresso Bar in Toronto (pic). They're really comfortable and I want some for my apartment. Need not be an exact match, the cheaper the better.
posted by JPDD at 3:58 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by JPDD at 3:58 PM PST - 6 comments
Immersive Education Degree
Greetings! Would anyone here have any information about obtaining a masters or PhD in immersive education? I have a Masters in Education, but I would like to focus on the educational possibilities of 3D virtual worlds like Second Life, Reaction Grid and Wonderland. I believe these environments have astounding potential. If not a degree then perhaps some best practices ideas... thanks so much! [more inside]
Identify a old computer tanks game.
What computer tank game did I used to play? [more inside]
Obama's Magnetic Personality
How can I replace my First Edition Obama/Biden magnet? Please hope me, Mefites!!! [more inside]
MixtapeFilter: Geography
I'm making a CD for a party whose theme is "Around the World" and I need ideas. I'm looking for popular songs that would go over well at a party of 20-somethings and are about specific geographical places, preferably outside of the U.S. I know I'm missing some obvious ones. [more inside]
posted by natabat at 2:54 PM PST - 60 comments
posted by natabat at 2:54 PM PST - 60 comments
Please help me find a font
does anyone know where i can find a font like the one used for the "mister rogers' neighborhood" type? [more inside]
Makin' a coffee table
I don't have a saw or know anyone that does. Where can I get two 28" or 30" round pieces of plywood, about 3/4" thick? I live in Chicago and am willing to pay about $20. [more inside]
posted by ohio at 1:54 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ohio at 1:54 PM PST - 16 comments
Identifying a British TV series
Trying to identify a British television program about a doctor that used to be broadcast on PBS. [more inside]
posted by Riki tiki at 1:37 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Riki tiki at 1:37 PM PST - 3 comments
Need Non-Cheesy Professional Website Template
Seeking a high-end corporate website template (do those exist?) that is designed for extensive customization. [more inside]
posted by swilkerson at 1:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by swilkerson at 1:32 PM PST - 8 comments
short story for short film
What are some short stories/myths etc. with a sole female protagonist for film adaptation? [more inside]
Does Not Compute
Please help me diagnose this PC issue. Long story inside. [more inside]
Help a man buy a wristwatch
Can you help me buy a men's dress wristwatch? [more inside]
posted by abdulf at 12:45 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by abdulf at 12:45 PM PST - 16 comments
Learn Armenian Online
What are some free online resources for learning Armenian?
posted by JTKestrel at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JTKestrel at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Jazz standards for kids to sing
What jazz standards could kids sing and enjoy? [more inside]
What's cheaper, Windows based MBP-equivalent desktop computer?
In lieu of buying a tricked-out MacBook pro, I'm thinking about taking the advice in this comment and picking up a mostly equivalent, Windows-based desktop for around $500. Can you give me advice? [more inside]
I want to live somewhere completely new. Suggestions?
Soon to be free as a bird... and I want to live somewhere completely new. Suggestions? [more inside]
Help me play with my feet!
I play guitar with my hands and want to play beats with my feet. Can't figure out what kind of (digital) equipment I would need to accomplish this. [more inside]
posted by metajc at 10:59 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by metajc at 10:59 AM PST - 8 comments
Error 12007
I periodically have what appears to be a common problem with my Internet connection. Anyone in here have an idea for a fix? [more inside]
Cheap, efficient way to learn German online.
Cheap, efficient way to learn German online. [more inside]
Indian English Speakers with Shifting Western Accent
Is it a widespread behavior for multilingual speakers of english to get a more anglicized accent when talking to a native speaker? [more inside]
Jet pump troubleshooting at the cottage
Help! We're at the cottage and we're having problems with the jet pump system. [more inside]
Let's talk about moong daal, baby.
What do I do with two pounds of moong daal that's been sitting in my refrigerator for three months? I'm a hopeless cooking noob on a budget, and I can't really grasp what this stuff even is. [more inside]
posted by Muffpub at 9:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Muffpub at 9:40 AM PST - 8 comments
Two loved kitties have a happy home - can we stay that way?
Feline leukemia: one cat has it, one cat doesn't. Tell me your stories... [more inside]
What are good examples of jokes with long set-ups?
What are good examples of jokes with long story-telling set-ups? [more inside]
posted by phyrewerx at 9:08 AM PST - 65 comments
posted by phyrewerx at 9:08 AM PST - 65 comments
New York for the Young
Help planning a 5 Day trip to NYC - Do you know of any secret delights that New York City has to offer? I need recommendations/advice on everything from where to stay to where to go. Much more details inside. [more inside]
posted by ashaw at 9:06 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by ashaw at 9:06 AM PST - 19 comments
I need to find an English translation of The Trojan Women in the public domain.
Does anyone know of a good English translation of The Trojan Women by Euripides in the public domain? [more inside]
posted by firemonkey at 9:03 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by firemonkey at 9:03 AM PST - 2 comments
Auto backup of files
I have two computers, one Windows, one Linux. How can I make it so they synchronize automatically with each other, as in, I update the file on one computer, and the updated file gets put onto the other? Networking? Using an external hard drive? What software might be useful? Bonus points for free software
posted by gilsonal at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by gilsonal at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
What's a stranded girl to do?
Albertan, in Ontario for a family get together in Durham-
I long to visit friends for a day in Toronto - So far I have a way INTO To., early Wednesday morning...getting BACK to Durham is the problem. The other hitch is, I will be getting into To. at around 5am...what on earth can I do to pass the time between then and say...brunch with friends at a reasonable hour? [more inside]
posted by miss_scarlett at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by miss_scarlett at 8:44 AM PST - 10 comments
Where to go for a Humble Retirement
In twenty-five years i'll be retiring with my minimal social security benefits and medicare to keep me briefly going. I've got no savings right now, but I'm almost done paying my debts. I rent.
I want somewhere tiny, a bungalow with a kitchen, perhaps a tiny garden, stonking bandwidth, maybe near a lake, maybe near a wood, but really not so much. I just want to whittle sticks, greet neighbours, not climb stairs, and hack on code. I don't mind renting again until i die.
Where should I move in the US, and when? [more inside]
When and how to tell my SO I have an STD?
How do I let my boyfriend know I have herpes? When should I tell him? [more inside]
Wife stopped prednisone, swelling way up despite other meds, new diganosis?
My wife went off of one medication for arthritis and it made a huge difference, even though the other two meds didn't. She is getting a second opinion. What else might she have? (you are not a doctor) [more inside]
Motor Yacht > Maker?
Moving forward post-divorce
I have picked myself up, dusted myself off, and am ready to move forward post-divorce. Help me find books I can read to help me through that process. More details enclosed. [more inside]
Law Review is already killing me, and it hasn't even started
Please help me find a law review topic, hopefully pertaining to Oklahoma. [more inside]
What is the optimal and proper format for naming e-commerce product images for the purposes of SEO?
What is the optimal and proper format for naming e-commerce product images for the purposes of SEO? [more inside]
posted by orehek at 6:16 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by orehek at 6:16 AM PST - 8 comments
What are the Sydney Apartment Piano Anti-Noise Law
I am a piano student will be renting an apartment on my own soon. I was wondering what are the anti-noise laws in Australia (Sydney) regarding practicing musical instrument at home. [more inside]
posted by neworder7 at 5:18 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by neworder7 at 5:18 AM PST - 16 comments
Husky + natural gas = ?
The gas burner was left on overnight, on a low setting. Should we be concerned about the health of our dog? [more inside]
I would like to work in as a museum textile curator, what kind of schooling would I need for that?
I would like to work in as a museum textile curator, what kind of schooling would I need for that?
August 21
Mercedes Benz Gearing
What do the "S" and "L" stand for on the gear shifter of my '83 300D European-model Mercedes Benz? [more inside]
posted by wavejumper at 11:57 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by wavejumper at 11:57 PM PST - 9 comments
What a strange movie...
Weird movie memory filter: I feel like it was a Disney Channel movie. The premise was a 14ish year old girl wanting to be in a boy's band, so she ended up dressing like a boy and they let her in the band. She was also in an all girl band and it happened that they had to perform on the same day. Chaos ensues, and she is found out in the end... Any help is great.
posted by razzamatazm at 10:55 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by razzamatazm at 10:55 PM PST - 12 comments
How do I stop my cat from attacking my Roomba?
How do I stop my cat from attacking my Roomba? [more inside]
posted by leptin at 8:41 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by leptin at 8:41 PM PST - 14 comments
Email address before download ?
Is there a (Wordpress Plugin) download manager in which you have to enter your email address before you are granted access to the file ? [more inside]
I forget your name
I forgot your name... and all other proper nouns. [more inside]
how to restore a headstone
How do I restore a grave headstone. My son's headstone has faded over the past 20 years. The engraving (once highlighted with black) has faded, the writing is now hard to read.
I could use a small brush and, with my shaky hands try and fill in the letters, but there has to be an easier (and more effective) way... ideas?
Who am I really?
Facebook has an application dedicated to Top Five lists called Living Social. I find it distressing that, when attempting to list five things – books, for example – according to how highly I rate them, I can’t seem to do it. Quotes, a particular love of mine, are also problematic. As are memories, foods and anything else you might feel compelled to ask me. [more inside]
How do I know if a Masters is right for me?
A year away from graduating my BA in history, what next? Is a Masters the right course for me? [more inside]
posted by tumples at 7:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tumples at 7:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Leaving Out the Gory Details
DatingFilter: Should I leave ex-boyfriends out of the story of my life when dating new people, even if the exes figure prominently? [more inside]
Looking to Offer Magazine in .Pdf format
I work with a smallish (circ under 5,000) magazine that's considering offering subscriptions in .pdf. Anyone out there using any kind of program for something like this? How's it working for you?
NOTE: We already offer individual .pdf issues, but we want to be able to offer the option for all issues in a given year going to the subscriber without their having to request them individually.
Where can I practice piano in DC/NoVA?
Is there anywhere in the DC area I, being relatively broke, could practice on a real piano? [more inside]
Is there such a thing as an HD DVR?
My HD cable channels route through a DVR. I have an HD TV. Do I need an HD DVR to take full advantage of HD? Is there such a thing? Thanks!
Business meeting location suggestions; Arizona in Jan/Feb
Please help me find a business meeting venue in the Arizona winter sun [more inside]
I've lost a poem I loved.
[NewYorkerPoetryFilter] Sometime in the 1990s, the New Yorker published a poem of several verses consisting of the same lines in different order. Please help me find it. [more inside]
What are the pro's and con's of moving from Boston Metro area to Northern Virginia (outside DC).
What are the pro's and con's of moving from Boston Metro area to Northern Virginia (outside DC). [more inside]
Where can I get a cheap ultrasound?
I'm in need of an ultrasound. I have insurance but still cannot afford it. Is there anywhere in Houston that I can go to that would be much cheaper than 400+ dollars? [more inside]
posted by grablife365 at 3:02 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by grablife365 at 3:02 PM PST - 16 comments
Good Vibrations : San Francisco :: ________ : Portland, Oregon
Good Vibrations : San Francisco :: ________ : Portland, Oregon (and other reasons to fall in love with Portland) [more inside]
Is there a comprehensive story written about the Phoenix Coyotes ownership saga?
Is there a definitive write-up of the Phoenix Coyotes' recent ownership/bankruptcy saga? [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket at 2:10 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by AgentRocket at 2:10 PM PST - 6 comments
MacBook, Pro, or Netbook?
MacBook, MacBook Pro, or netbook for college? [more inside]
swimming pool underwater lights
underwater lights.
I want to add a few underwater lights to my pool, in Mexico.
I'm told that since this is being done after the construction, there is a higher risk of failure.
question- are there any other options? i.e. surface-mounted; LED; self-contained; wireless?
Yes, I can bartend! I'm a bartender! I tend bar!
I'm looking for a good, downloadable, Bartenders/Mixed Drinks/Cocktail cheat sheet. Preferably free. [more inside]
Desk Chair on a budget
Best modern/ contemporary office furniture maker on a budget? [more inside]
Coffeed Table.
I cannot for the life of me find a photo (or any other mention) of this coffee table. [more inside]
posted by furnace.heart at 1:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by furnace.heart at 1:15 PM PST - 2 comments
What should my freelance writer resume look like if I'm actually an engineer?
What's the best way to change my engineering resume into one more appropriate for a freelance writer? [more inside]
Roses are red, Violets are blue, Why can't I think of something to give to you?
Need a cute "yay I'm glad we've been dating for 6 months!" gift or card idea. [more inside]
Apparently Daewoo makes TVs. Where can I find parts for one?
Where can I get a display stand for a Daewoo DP-42SM plasma monitor? [more inside]
How Dry I Am!
VisionFilter: Should I switch from rigid gas permeable lenses to soft? [more inside]
NTSC XBox 360 in Europe?
Using an American (NTSC) Xbox in Europe (land-o-PALS)? [more inside]
posted by ninotchka at 12:30 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ninotchka at 12:30 PM PST - 7 comments
What is being said in this photograph
Excel 2007 file for Hacker's Diet
Where can I find a 2007 compatible excel file for the Hacker's Diet? [more inside]
DocBook and XML editor recommendations
Masonry chimney repair.
Which should I use to repair my chimney? Mortar, cement.......? [more inside]
posted by boby at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by boby at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Buying a car in WA
I'm thinking of buying a used car from a private party. I'm in WA state and have no idea about how sales tax will apply. [more inside]
posted by ramix at 11:43 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ramix at 11:43 AM PST - 6 comments
Sounds similar to The White Stripes?
Help me expand my taste in music! I mostly listen to hip hop, R&B, soul music. I'm a child of the 80's and no matter how ridiculous some of the music is it still has a hold on me. I guess I am a sucker for catchy beat.
Anyway, I've always had a thing for The White Stripes. Whatever they are doing with that drum and guitar - I LOVE it. Seven Nation Army and Little Cream Soda just do it for me. When I hear it I just can't stay still. Can you recommend some other artists or bands that I might like?
Thanks!
Overnight Weekend Parking Charleston
Parking in Charleston, SC, overnight. Where can I park safely in downtown Charleston overnight on a weekend (tonight)? Must be within walking distance of the various bar districts.
N Californian picnic lovers, help recommend a grill area!
Can anyone suggest a picnic area with bbq grill for oyster picnic near Pt. Reyes/Tomales Bay/Stinson? [more inside]
posted by cranberryskies at 9:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cranberryskies at 9:58 AM PST - 5 comments
A Place For Everything And Everything In Its Place
Are there less expensive alternatives to ScrapnCubes? I need lots of storage for my scrap-booking and card-making paraphernalia. [more inside]
Computer slowing for no reason!
Why did my laptop (Vista) started slowing down dramatically for no reason? This is after I rebooted (many times), and turned off half the startup programs, ran anti-virus programs and AdAware. [more inside]
Cold Sore
Medicalfilter: I kissed someone with a cold sore. Do i now have herpes? [more inside]
Fill my brain with mindless stories!
7 days poolside... I need books! Tell me what to buy! [more inside]
Recommendations for web based customer support service?
Recommendations for web based customer support service? [more inside]
Car Trouble: Can I drive this?
So first of all, I'm not exactly sure what's wrong with my car, but whatever it is is definitely not good. I was driving the other day when the engine started making this very loud clanking/grinding noise. Apparently I hadn't checked my oil level and it was basically gone. After filling it up with Oil, the noise is still there, but much quieter. So I'm thinking I might need a whole new engine. The thing is, I found a nearly identical car on Craigslist for $1750, which would probably be just a few hundred more then a new engine, and I could just drive the thing until I get around to repairing my old one. On the other hand, I don't really want to spend that much in a panic. The car is a 1997 Toyota Tercel. [more inside]
posted by delmoi at 9:28 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by delmoi at 9:28 AM PST - 41 comments
La cucaracha ya no puede caminar
It's a terrible picture, but is this a cockroach? ☐ Yes. ☐ No. [more inside]
posted by aiko at 9:27 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by aiko at 9:27 AM PST - 24 comments
You've GOT the see this movie!
Is there an web app via which people can recommend things (movies, music, books, etc.) to me? [more inside]
Help me sell stuff knowledgably
I'm about to start work in an electronics shop (mobile phones, hifis, computers etc) and would love some tips. [more inside]
How to put a new cell service & phone number on a Motorola Razr
How do I delete old data on a MotoRazr Maxx cell phone which was formerly on Verizon, and set it up as an extra for someone who uses Alltel? [more inside]
Glass Storage
Best small glass dishes (with lids) for refrigerated storage? [more inside]
posted by dreamphone at 8:53 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by dreamphone at 8:53 AM PST - 18 comments
The break room got a steamer!
Cool... work just put a quality food steamer in the really clean break room (boss is a workout queen). We're free to use, and there's a good farmer's market every Thursday right out the door. Now, what can/should I make? (more inside) [more inside]
What kinds of jobs can I get working at home online?
What sorts of jobs can I get working online? [more inside]
posted by zorro astor at 8:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by zorro astor at 8:43 AM PST - 7 comments
Ink my mama
I need recommendations for a friendly, non-intimidating tattoo shop in Reno, NV. The kind of place you'd take your mother. Or, actually, the kind of place I could take *my* mother. [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 8:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 8:39 AM PST - 5 comments
Help a DSLR Noob
[DSLR Noob Filter] Do I need to invest in a VR (vibration reduction) lens? [more inside]
posted by Ziggy500 at 8:36 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Ziggy500 at 8:36 AM PST - 28 comments
Papers, please.
For purposes of "going paperless", when is an electronic, scanned copy of a document NOT enough? In other words, in what situations will a paper original of a document be required? [more inside]
Found Fantastic Buddhist Quote, Looking For Its Origin
What is the origin of this quote - "We're as dead now as we'll ever be."? [more inside]
Chicago or DC?
I have lived in NYC for most of my life and I am exhausted, tired, and in need of a change. I've settled into two cities Chicago or DC...But would like to get the Hive's input, which one is better? [more inside]
Broadband ISP in Las Vegas
What's the best broadband ISP to subscribe to in Las Vegas? [more inside]
House of (hopefully not) Jealous Lovers
Polyamory: What now? [more inside]
Need some insight on this relationship
Me: little relationship experience due to sheltered upbringing. Him: was married for 4 years, recently divorced. How do I navigate this? Am I getting what I need? If not, how do I ask for it in a way that won't scare him off? [more inside]
Help Me Find a Cabinet Please
What cabinet would best fit this space? [more inside]
Will Wonderful Weekends Wither Without Wheels?
Tent-phobic city-dweller seeks weekend getaway suggestions which do not require a car to reach. [more inside]
For a friend of fads of fashion?
Online or low-residence college programs in fashion or retail merchandising? NOT the art institutes apparently...
Where do I find the perfect heating pad?
I'm looking for the perfect heating pad for the lower back of a side sleeper. [more inside]
How to delay Mac sound output?
I want to delay the sound output from my Mac Mini so I can get it to sync with video from a different source. [more inside]
posted by i_cola at 6:53 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by i_cola at 6:53 AM PST - 6 comments
What Counts to Nielsen When Nielsen Counts?
Do Nielsen Ratings account for TV viewership in public venues, such as bars, restaurants, waiting rooms, etc., and if so, how are these viewership counts tallied and weighted? [more inside]
posted by saulgoodman at 6:44 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by saulgoodman at 6:44 AM PST - 4 comments
forking over a good drive
i'm driving from nyc up to forked lake in the adirondacks tomorrow morning, following a pretty direct path from the city. can someone recommend some nice stops along the way and/or a nice drive that digresses from google's? [more inside]
posted by yonation at 6:04 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by yonation at 6:04 AM PST - 12 comments
Pimpin' the Public Domain?
Someone wants to license a public domain photo from me - does that even work? [more inside]
posted by AzraelBrown at 5:41 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by AzraelBrown at 5:41 AM PST - 19 comments
The film itself shaved points off my IQ...but the wardrobing was good.
Who makes the suit Ryan Reynolds wears in the wedding scene in the recent film The Proposal? [more inside]
posted by Mike Mongo at 5:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Mike Mongo at 5:16 AM PST - 6 comments
Going the distance with Vibrams.
Are Vibram Fivefingers up to the task of handling longer, half-marathon-length runs? [more inside]
Mixtapes similar to The Hood internet mix?
Scratched lenses
Is anti-glare and anti-scratch coating worth it to you on eyeglasses? [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 2:43 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by disillusioned at 2:43 AM PST - 36 comments
What are these white bands on Lisa Ray's skin?
This is a capture of the arm of actress Lisa Ray in a scene of I Can't Think Straight. What are those white bands on her skin? [more inside]
posted by moody cow at 2:31 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by moody cow at 2:31 AM PST - 18 comments
What happened to the H.M.S. Terror, a la Dan Simmons? Please?
Please help me understand aspects of the ending of the novel "The Terror" by Dan Simmons! Super spoiler-icious details inside (definitely don't read unless you've read the book, or are sure you never want to)... [more inside]
Drugs are bad, mmmkay?
Recommend an excellent, comprehensive book on the history of antibiotics? [more inside]
Video Capture from secure database?
I would like to capture/download streaming videos and be able to burn them to DVD. The only problem: they are on secure-access educational databases that I can only get through my University's library website. The two databases are Theatre in Video and Films on Demand. Films on Demand has 3 players: Windows Media, Quicktime, and Flash, while Theatre in Video uses a Flash player. Any way to do this? No nefarious or profit-motivated reasons; it is just far more convenient for me to have either files on my computer or on a DVD to watch for my research.
August 20
When did we stop inventing new surnames?
When did we stop inventing new surnames? [more inside]
posted by szechuan at 11:19 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by szechuan at 11:19 PM PST - 43 comments
The Bird in the Hand, or the Two in the Bush?
I am a new librarian who is faced with a job search quandary. I applied very recently to Anonymous Library for a professional position. I really want to work there. I haven't heard anything back yet regarding my application. What to do about a current job offer elsewhere? [more inside]
Why can't I get over this breakup?
The break-up was the logical, sane conclusion to my doubts about my ability to stay faithful. The relationship of a few years did not have a future in a happy marriage--I needed more experience and growth, she needed growth, period. So why, over half a year after I broke it off, am I still wondering if I made the right decision? Why can't I get her out of my head? [more inside]
What are some interesting wedding anniversary ideas in or around Toronto?
What are some interesting off-beat suggestions for a two year wedding anniversary in or around Toronto? Price is not much of an issue but I would prefer to keep it under $500. [more inside]
How do we share camping meal assigments
Our group of 5 families, a total of 24 people, is going camping over Labor Day weekend. We are trying to figure out the best way to organize/share meal planning. We get there Friday afternoon and leave after breakfast on Monday. Any suggestions?
posted by ms_rasclark at 9:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ms_rasclark at 9:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Know any good music covers I should hear?
I love the Dope metal cover of You Spin Me Right Round, and the Reel Big Fish ska cover of Take On Me. What other awesome covers are out there I should be looking for? [more inside]
Name That Bunny Book
Another children's book identification thread, this time about a baby bunny and a scary fox. [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 8:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by hermitosis at 8:43 PM PST - 4 comments
Name of Children's Book
I'm trying to remember the name of a series of preschooler picture books. They were written a few years back and the main characters are two animals that look like bunnies but aren't. One is white and one is black.
I can't remember their names, hence my dilemma since their names are also the title of the series. I think one name is odd and starts with a B and the other is ordinary, maybe Maggie?
Anyway, they are wonderful oddball characters who mange to find their way in and out of trouble. Their charm lies in being different.
What are their names?
posted by Lorna at 8:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Lorna at 8:26 PM PST - 8 comments
What's in your reading nook?
What chair, side-table, lamp, and ottoman combo would you have to create the best reading nook? I have about $1,000 to spend on the best reading lamp, side-table, and chair/couch for my house. I'm a law school student (rising 3L) and I need some to setup a comfortable space to read at night. I can't seem to find a good combination that will make reading at night easy without making me too sleepy.
Where can I get this coat worn in The Time Traveler's Wife?
How can I find out where to buy the coat that Rachel McAdams wore in The Time Traveler's Wife? [more inside]
Firefox + RSS is making me crazy
Is it possible to tune this toy guitar?
Are Hearthsong's "Play & Learn" kids' guitars tunable? [more inside]
posted by TheManChild2000 at 7:05 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by TheManChild2000 at 7:05 PM PST - 2 comments
South Bend, IN restaurants
I need suggestions for South Bend, Indiana restaurants. [more inside]
posted by cainiarb at 7:01 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cainiarb at 7:01 PM PST - 3 comments
Making Money from P2P File sharing!
Do you know of any attempts to monetize peer-to-peer file sharing? That is to say if a user is sharing a file, she gets compensated for uploading bits of the file? I'm interested in knowing who's looking in to it and what kind of success they may have had.
posted by storybored at 6:14 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by storybored at 6:14 PM PST - 14 comments
Pepper Insanity?
Food Question! Have you ever tried a Naga Jolokia/Ghost Pepper? And survived? [more inside]
posted by batgrlHG at 6:11 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by batgrlHG at 6:11 PM PST - 20 comments
Inch by inch, row by row, gonna let these mutants grow.
So for the second year in a row, our cucumbers have grown spherical, small and nasty. We would prefer traditionally-shaped cucumbers that are not essentially bitter balls of seeds. No good cukes this year (I think we got a few normal ones last summer). Any ideas why this is happening? [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley at 6:09 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 6:09 PM PST - 13 comments
USB multi-slot SDHC reader
Does anyone recognize this WordPress plugin? Or know how to effectively the pingbacks it spawns?
My blog is getting bombarded by a new kind of pingback spam. The pingbacks are produced by a WordPress plugin that appears to mine the web for links related to blog content, which then triggers a pingback notification. Can anyone help me identify the plugin, so I can possibly work to block the pingbacks? [more inside]
posted by arielmeadow at 5:50 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by arielmeadow at 5:50 PM PST - 2 comments
What is causing this rash?
What is this (non-itchy) rash on my toddler? [more inside]
posted by pyjammy at 5:40 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by pyjammy at 5:40 PM PST - 22 comments
It wastes too much ink!
Is there any way to tinker with this Brother printer/fax to disable the ink head auto-clean function? It wastes too much ink! [more inside]
hopping to conclusions
Have you ever grown your own hops? And if so, how do you know they're ready to harvest? [more inside]
Heparin Syringe 1mL - Sterile
I am looking for a bulk source of pre-filled heparin (ball) 1mL syringes, sterile with CE mark. For use with sample transfer. BD does not offer this, and my Google-fu is weak in this context. Thanks!
There were monsters on the screen!
I'm trying to remember a game I played a few months ago that I can't find. It involved loading up the game within websites of your choosing, then running around as a stick figure who rescued other figures from monsters that circled the page. [more inside]
posted by Shesthefastest at 5:14 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Shesthefastest at 5:14 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me revolutionize academic publishing!
I have a friend who is launching a new peer-reviewed, all online, no-subscription academic journal. We have been kicking around ideas to make it awesome and I thought what better place to get great ideas... [more inside]
posted by juliewhite at 5:07 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by juliewhite at 5:07 PM PST - 13 comments
I thought of a really bad pun on the word "bean," but I guess I can spare you.
Why do cans of beans usually come in 19 fluid ounce cans in Canada, and 15 ounce cans in the US? [more inside]
phd + 4 yrs = done?
phd in 4 years -- myth? possibility? did you live the dream? [more inside]
Suggested items for a Burning Man midweek care package?
Suggested items for a Burning Man midweek care package? [more inside]
Notify Me
Is it possible to get Gmail notifier to work with a Google Accounts email address? [more inside]
posted by bove at 4:21 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by bove at 4:21 PM PST - 12 comments
Who's at fault for a fallen tree?
Fallen tree filter: Who's responsible and does home owner's insurance factor in? [more inside]
I need a serious, simple, general-purpose cookbook.
What is an example of a cookbook wherein the recipes have had the hell tested out of them? [more inside]
posted by BostonTerrier at 3:55 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by BostonTerrier at 3:55 PM PST - 32 comments
Google AdWords via Database?
Anyone know of a way to set up a Google AdWords account so that ads and keywords can be uploaded in bulk (as a database)? [more inside]
Best Macro Recorder/Playback
I am in a market for a Windows macro recorder and am trying to decided between Perfect Macro Recorder or Jitbit or whatever HIVEMIND suggests... [more inside]
How to track down public performance rights for films?
What happened to the US public performance rights for many Studio Ghibli (home of director Hayao Miyazaki) animated films? I'm trying to set up a film festival and no one seems to know who owns the rights.. is there any way to find out? [more inside]
USB or Firewire for Maximum Efficiency?
I'm video recording a long event through software on my Mac, and am using a USB-connected Panasonic camcorder. Since I'll need an external drive for the files, should I choose a USB disk or Firewire disk, or does it matter? [more inside]
posted by j-dawg at 1:55 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by j-dawg at 1:55 PM PST - 6 comments
Help with name
Trying to locate early nineties database software that was fronted by a comedian, the names of either would help. [more inside]
Advice for keloid scar treatment after HPV treatment.
Advice for keloid scar treatment after HPV treatment...I know, YANAD/YANMD, but I need your help! [more inside]
Pimp My Bike!
I'm about to go on a bike accessory spending spree, and I wanted input on the most impenetrable locks, the most stylish helmets, and on everything from baskets to bells to headlights. I also would welcome any input on the best way to light a bike frame using electroluminescent wire. [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana at 1:11 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Juliet Banana at 1:11 PM PST - 47 comments
Monospaced font w/math operators for symbolic logic
I need a monospaced font that has the following symbols: dot, wedge, horseshoe, triple bar. [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker at 1:05 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Eiwalker at 1:05 PM PST - 3 comments
Finger-drumming for dumies?
Tips for finger-drumming? I have a Korg nanoPad and an Akai MPD-24, and I'm looking for tips, tricks and set-ups for using them to input drum patterns. [more inside]
Medical marijuana use in movies
I'm an academic librarian. A faculty member asked me if I knew of any movies in which a character uses medical marijuana, either legally or illegally. I couldn't think of any so I'm asking this buzzing hivemind.
Criteria:
-fictional (i.e., not documentaries)
-take place in the US
Of course some might argue that any use of it can be justified as medical, but this faculty member is really looking for movies that show people using it for more obvious medical conditions like glaucoma, MS, etc.
how do I put a stake through the heart of the vampire of perfectionism?
How do I stop setting ridiculous expectations of myself and then either beating myself up when I don't meet them, or feeling more stressed during the process than is warranted? [more inside]
I really WANT to love it...
Macbook Pro display woes from a recent switcher: hardware or software? Will I be happy with Boot Camp? I'm starting to feel afraid... [more inside]
posted by StrikeTheViol at 1:00 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by StrikeTheViol at 1:00 PM PST - 9 comments
What's the deal with "Donut Man" in Myrtle Beach?
What's the deal with the "Donut Man" store on Business 17 in Myrtle Beach? It looks like a Dunkin Donuts but apparently isn't. [more inside]
Classics with a Twist
What are some books similar to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies? [more inside]
Well, I haven't had any yet, so I can't very well take more.
What are some of the most delicious, unique, and relatively easy to execute foods for a Tea Party? [more inside]
posted by simplethings at 12:29 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by simplethings at 12:29 PM PST - 16 comments
Low Tech Transfer Options for Huge (.ppt) File Transfer?
What options exist for a painless way for transferring large (.ppt) files? Especially when it's for people whose work environment may make it impossible for them to download software for FTP transfers or use services like YouSendIt? [more inside]
Help me make a Smore Pie!
Is is possible to make marshmallow cream out of prepackaged marshmallows with out the use of a double broiler? [more inside]
posted by SheMulp AKA Plus 1 at 11:43 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by SheMulp AKA Plus 1 at 11:43 AM PST - 20 comments
How to chose an server for a small mac digital media lab?
I'm trying to figure out my options for setting up a small digital media lab for a new non-profit, but I have no idea how to set a minimum level of server specs! How much CPU and RAM do I really need? What determines this?
The server will be used to administer local user accounts, and store files (including large media files). We may also end up using it to host our website and mail, if it makes sense (unlikely). All the main client computers will be macs, so I assume I should make life easier and just get an XServe. But I'm open to other suggestions.
See below for some prices and models for various XServe's I'm trying to choose between. How low can I go? How much CPU/RAM do I need?
Let me know if you need more information... [more inside]
Can I use a shorter version of my first name?
If the name on my birth certificate is 'Jeffrey', can I use 'Jeff' on my next passport or drivers license? [more inside]
Outlook 2007 and Delete Keys
Help out a Penguin User with Outlook2007? Delete Key behavior has changed - all of a sudden, the delete key is permanently deleting messages, no more going to the deleted items folder - I just get the warning message about perm deleting, and if I click yes, it goes bye-bye [more inside]
What's the secret to loose-limbed happiness?
You know that loose-limbed, joints-fully-lubricated feeling you get after a massage or a jacuzzi? I want that feeling all the time. What's your secret? [more inside]
what to do on the plinth?
What should my friend do on the fourth plinth? [more inside]
posted by vodkaboots at 10:55 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by vodkaboots at 10:55 AM PST - 17 comments
How do I get myself to speak up in class?
How do I get myself to speak up in class? [more inside]
Economics 101
What is the difference between spending and consuming? And what is the meaning of "luxury goods"? [more inside]
Underwater kids computer game?
Another Old Computer Game Filter: Underwater treasure finding for kids circa 1995? Help! [more inside]
posted by keribear at 10:06 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by keribear at 10:06 AM PST - 6 comments
What book should we read that is not depressing?
What book should we read that is not sappy but is also life-affirming and uplifting? [more inside]
posted by ihavepromisestokeep at 9:51 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by ihavepromisestokeep at 9:51 AM PST - 33 comments
How to Change a Chorus Without Changing a Chorus
Is there a name for the use of one chorus to mean entirely different things based on the context of the verse the chorus follows? Can you name further examples? [more inside]
posted by jefficator at 9:43 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jefficator at 9:43 AM PST - 11 comments
How to learn more about finance.
Where/How do you get your best stock tips? What is your routine when studying a market trade? What are some good websites to learn about finance? [more inside]
Drought has broken my water line, again
Drought broke my water line. How can I prevent this in the future? [more inside]
I'd love to see this game again!
Old-mac-game-filter: please help me rediscover an odd shareware game that I once played on the classic mac platform! [more inside]
posted by jordanlewis at 9:22 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jordanlewis at 9:22 AM PST - 3 comments
Am I supposed to tell my landlord that my boyfriend is moving in with me?
I am seven months into my second one-year apartment lease. My boyfriend and I have decided that he is going to move in with me. Am I legally obligated to tell my landlord? Will this put me in any legal issues with my lease, given that I am the sole name on it? I'm in British Columbia. [more inside]
How to chose fly fishing rod and reel for beginning fisherman?
How hard is it to tie on backing, fly line and leader on a fly fishing rod for a novice ( but handy)fly fisherman? [more inside]
posted by Twinedog at 9:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Twinedog at 9:15 AM PST - 7 comments
How to say: "End of Intermission"?
Is there a single word or other phrase that means end of intermission, in English or any romance language? [more inside]
Do I really have to blur out every coke can?
What are the rules regarding logos captured incidentally in documentary? [more inside]
posted by yellowbinder at 9:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by yellowbinder at 9:02 AM PST - 4 comments
I Want To Know Who Has Inspired You (And Who Can Then Inspire Me)
Most-Inspiring Writers, Thinkers, Poems, Websites, People? [more inside]
Country music for a classical musician snob?
My boyfriend, a classical bass musician, is a music snob when it comes to country music. What country music should I make him listen to in order to prove that the actual music arrangements behind country music are just as good as other genres?
posted by quodlibet at 8:47 AM PST - 52 comments
posted by quodlibet at 8:47 AM PST - 52 comments
What method or type of software is best for collecting complex information for future analysis?
Lots of interrelated data, little idea of how to analyze it. What method or type of software is best for collecting complex information for future analysis? [more inside]
I'm ruptured! What now?
What should I ask my doctor about my hernia operation? [more inside]
posted by atchafalaya at 8:24 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by atchafalaya at 8:24 AM PST - 5 comments
Windows 2000 max resolution issue
I'm working on a windows 2000 pro machine that is running at 800 x 600 resolution. The monitor supports 1024x768, but in display settings, the resolution slider is all the way. It seems that 800 x 600 is the max resolution. Is there any way I can increase this?
posted by kraigory at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kraigory at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
the portable ...
christopher hitchens' edited the portable atheist is probably the most current book which by using the word "portable" purports that it is an essential reader in condensed format.
but there are so many other titles which use "the portable such-and-such". how and when did this tradition start? [more inside]
posted by sardonicsmile at 8:11 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sardonicsmile at 8:11 AM PST - 4 comments
Am I ready to leave therapy?
Am I ready to leave therapy? And if so, how do I do it? [more inside]
Where can I get support for sexual addiction/compulsive behaviour in the UK?
Where can I get support for sexual addiction/compulsive behaviour in the UK apart from paying for a therapist or joining a 12 step programme? [more inside]
Choosing between South Nags Head and Hatteras area?
Should I try to convince my family to head to The Hatteras Island area of the OBX, or just be satisfied we will all be going together and end up in South Nags Head? [more inside]
posted by franklen at 7:59 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by franklen at 7:59 AM PST - 5 comments
Identity Theft Sure Does Suck.
Help me help my fiancé recover from identity theft. (Please?) [more inside]
posted by mockjovial at 7:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mockjovial at 7:51 AM PST - 6 comments
Let's Build a Car
Thunderbird in plain text
How do I make everything appear in plain text in Mozilla Thunderbird? (using version 2.0.0.22 on Windows XP). I do not want to see any images, don't want to be asked if I want to see them, and I don't want anything to appear in HTML, including RSS feeds. I don't want to see people's cutesy stationary or Twitter's background colors when it notifies me of a new follower. I want black text on a white background, et rien de plus. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by desjardins at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
A slim iPhone 3G case that isn't fragile?
Not-too-chunky case for iPhone 3G with belt clip that you don't hate? [more inside]
What's the best Toronto can offer a couple this weekend?
Romantic getaway this weekend in Toronto, staying at Sutton Place Hotel near university. What's the coolest stuff to do relatively nearby when we're outside the room? [more inside]
Opinion needed on meds and conception.
My meds and the conception of my second child. I know you aren't my doctor, but I'd like an opinion. [more inside]
How do I get rid of this rash on my chest?
What is this rash (warning: man-boobage) on my chest and how do I get rid of it?
Music sharing between music players.
How can I share music across multiple music players? [more inside]
Is including a movie poster image in a blog legal?
Question about copyright of DVD/CD cover images, and movie images/posters, and posting them on a blog. [more inside]
posted by t-rex at 6:30 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by t-rex at 6:30 AM PST - 8 comments
Momma needs a brand new phone
Boyfriend is getting a phone upgrade and handing over to me (same company). Do I buy Internet package for his account or mine? [more inside]
posted by bunny hugger at 6:29 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bunny hugger at 6:29 AM PST - 4 comments
Platform safety shoes - I can has?
Is there such a thing as steel-toed platform shoes? [more inside]
posted by soft and hardcore taters at 6:25 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by soft and hardcore taters at 6:25 AM PST - 8 comments
Destined for problem teeth?
What will REALLY happen when I get pregnant if I have poor oral health? [more inside]
Knife catching isn't just for real estate
How can I increase my chances of buying a new car below dealer cost?
Would you get an additional discount if you paid cash in full? [more inside]
posted by MrMulan at 5:59 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by MrMulan at 5:59 AM PST - 13 comments
Ducar 124cc (125cc) engine rebuild
I want to rebuild my 125cc dirt bike engine, never done it before but I want to learn. [more inside]
Easy on the eyes--literally--contacts?
After giving up on contacts about 5 years ago, I'm curious about any new types of contacts that are out now that would be easy on my eyes. [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 5:41 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zardoz at 5:41 AM PST - 15 comments
No more blind spots
A friend requires cataract surgery in the near future, and has some questions about his options for MeFites who've pondered the same issues. [more inside]
posted by catlet at 5:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by catlet at 5:30 AM PST - 5 comments
Can I find a cloak in Cornwall?
Can I buy a men's full-length hooded cloak anywhere in Cornwall?
posted by sockpim at 5:20 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sockpim at 5:20 AM PST - 4 comments
What on earth did I do to my laptop?
My laptop hasn't been the same since blitzing some particularly nasty malware. What on earth did I do? [more inside]
30 days in Europe, what to see?
One month in Europe on a budget, what should we not miss? Landing in Frankfurt tomorrow! [more inside]
365 days of not being able to remember
365 days of something...argh. [more inside]
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 3:39 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 3:39 AM PST - 6 comments
Suggestions for hiking routes in the south of England
I want to go away for a good day's walking and 1 or 2 night's camping in the south of England next Monday / Tuesday and would like suggestions for any good routes people know. [more inside]
posted by mairuzu at 1:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mairuzu at 1:34 AM PST - 8 comments
August 19
Looking for reasons to suit up in San Francisco
Suit up! 20 year old guy looking for inexpensive formal locations/events in the San Francisco Bay Area. [more inside]
Can hydrogen peroxide collapse your lung? (Spontaneous Pneumothorax)
I use hydrogen peroxide to clean out ear wax; could this have caused a bleb in my lung eventually causing my lung to collapse (spontaneous pneumothorax)? [more inside]
posted by MrBCID at 11:47 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by MrBCID at 11:47 PM PST - 16 comments
Free/low-cost virus protection for Windows?
I just got a raging beast of a new laptop. Runs Left 4 Dead like a dream. Problem: I've been in Mac-world for 7 years. Now that I'm back in Windows Land, I gotta be careful. What's the best free/low-cost/open-source spyware/malware/virus protection around? [more inside]
They have hands!
Can you suggest some food-filled puzzles to give my backyard tribe of raccoons? [more inside]
posted by Netzapper at 10:43 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Netzapper at 10:43 PM PST - 16 comments
What's a better response than "Uff da"?
Norskfilter: Help me come up with an appropriate response to a Norwegian greeting on OkCupid [more inside]
posted by Cogito at 10:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Cogito at 10:23 PM PST - 7 comments
So complicated.
LithuaniaFilter: I need your esoteric knowledge regarding US/Lithuanian dual citizenship! I've got a project and now that I'm into this idea, I really, really want to make it work.. despite my target country being a little small.. and a little lacking in up-to-date information. [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 9:47 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 9:47 PM PST - 13 comments
i love you. but i dont *love* you
How do i deal with having a best friend i simply cant afford to lose breaking my heart? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 9:34 PM PST - 50 comments
posted by anonymous at 9:34 PM PST - 50 comments
Please help me read The Master and Margarita.
Please help me read The Master and Margarita. [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger at 9:26 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by cranberrymonger at 9:26 PM PST - 9 comments
In search of a cleft-footed Giant
Baseball Trivia Filter (really, really trivial): A couple weeks ago, during the LA broadcast of the Dodgers-Giants game, Vin Scully mentioned that one of the Giants' players ran very well considering that he had been born with a cleft-foot. My Google-Fu has failed me. Can anyone tell me who this cleft-footed athlete is?
posted by bluejayway at 9:15 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bluejayway at 9:15 PM PST - 6 comments
Moving to France, No Job, Don't Know French, It's Happening Regardless
Moving to France, No Job, Don't Know French, It's Happening Regardless. How do I find work in the manual labor sector? Can I go over as a "tourist" fall in love with the country and stay without coming back to the States to figure out visas and such? I will be going over there with little money (~$1500) and will need to figure out work fast. [more inside]
posted by jellywerker at 8:45 PM PST - 132 comments
posted by jellywerker at 8:45 PM PST - 132 comments
Travelling with Swine flu risks: Safety vs Bargain
Safety and budget -wise, should I buy a heavily discounted ticket now to SE Asia in January 2010? More details inside... [more inside]
What is ixaratte?
Can anyone tell me more about "ixaratte"? It's supposed to be a complicated court sign-language of the Ottoman empire. [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 at 8:00 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ninazer0 at 8:00 PM PST - 7 comments
Contesting car registration fee due to circumstances beyond my control
About to register a new car in Massachusetts--can I fight the Mass. sales tax if I already paid more in Washington State? [more inside]
almost christmas
I want to buy a gift to this old lady. [more inside]
posted by caelumluna at 6:53 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by caelumluna at 6:53 PM PST - 16 comments
What is a good route to avoid Pennsylvania mountain roads?
What is a good route to avoid Pennsylvania mountain roads? [more inside]
Can you help me find my baloons?
If I were to release 50 regular helium party balloons, from kingsway drive kitchener ontario canada, whats the likely hood of me finding two or three of them.
These balloons were released today around noon. I need to find at least two or three of them.
Anyone who could help me out in this endeavor would be amazing. map embed in extended explination. [more inside]
posted by Chamunks at 6:21 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Chamunks at 6:21 PM PST - 14 comments
Book gift recommendations for a professor who lost a child?
Book gift recommendations for a professor who lost a child? I don't even know if I should get such a gift--but one of my professors lost his child recently (April 2009) to juvenile ALS, after watching her wither away for a year. She became sick in the Fall of 2007, and I was in his class when he told us, nearly breaking down, that our grades would be late because he had to fly back and forth to specialists for his daughter. [more inside]
Where to get wet and see something cool near denver?
Where is there an exciting swimming hole/lake/river near Denver? [more inside]
Jquery/Javascript image hover effect
Web designers/developers: I'm looking for a script for a particular image hover effect (javascript/jquery), and I'm having no luck with Google. [more inside]
posted by Fifi Firefox at 4:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Fifi Firefox at 4:53 PM PST - 8 comments
How do you make Grape Nuts edible?
Sometimes I decide that I should buy Grape Nuts for breakfast because this cereal seems to be very healthy. Unfortunately, I always lose interest when I actually eat the cereal. Is there anybody out there who eats Grape Nuts daily and enjoys it? What do you do to it to make it edible?
Help in ID-ing a singer from the '30s.
I am trying to find information about a famous singer- not sure of the spelling- Gali Gerci or Galli Gerchi. My m-i- l said she was famous in England (~ mid 1930's) and she recalls her father getting her mother a record of her singing Peer Gynt's "Solveig's Song". Can anyone help- at least w/ the correct spelling?
Finding and interviewing strangers
How do I contact strangers in higher education to help me with grad school interview projects? [more inside]
Burn, Baby, Burn!
Holy Crap! I burned a tattoo! [more inside]
Selling a new invention to the world...suggestions on shopping carts and cc processing?
Selling a new invention to the world online...suggestions on shopping carts and cc processing? [more inside]
posted by msoffab at 2:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by msoffab at 2:46 PM PST - 6 comments
Waterproof potentiometer?
Attention electronics tinkerers: I need to find a waterproof potentiometer without breaking my budget, and I'm not having much luck. Long-winded explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by plowhand at 2:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by plowhand at 2:42 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I announce my marriage to alumni of a school that my spouse dropped out of?
What is the etiquette for writing class notes involving students who didn't graduate? [more inside]
posted by mrsshotglass at 2:42 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mrsshotglass at 2:42 PM PST - 6 comments
Please suggest music for me to drum along to.
Like many drummers, I enjoy playing along to music when I'm drumming. I'd appreciate your suggestions for interesting and challenging songs. [more inside]
posted by jalexc at 2:36 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by jalexc at 2:36 PM PST - 21 comments
Tornado + skyscraper - windows
Should I complain about not being told when our workplace is under a tornado warning? [more inside]
Can a job ad demand that you send a picture of yourself to be considered?
Is it legal for a job ad to say they will only consider applicants who include a picture of themselves, even if the job has nothing to do with interacting with customers or the public? [more inside]
Which PS Template for 16x9 DVD Menu
Ive created a series of 16x9 videos that I want to make into a DVD using Adobe Encore. My version has no templates for some odd reason. Which Photoshop Template do I use? [more inside]
I need a visa for China asap...am I screwed?
I messed up big time here...I have my passport and ticket ready to fly to China on September 15th.
I do not have a visa. [more inside]
posted by dawson at 2:00 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by dawson at 2:00 PM PST - 26 comments
Please recommend articles, essays or books about aging.
Please recommend articles, essays or books about aging. [more inside]
Access Denied.
Access 2003 transfer text method oddity: Why is the character "#" being replaced with "." in my column heading? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark at 1:20 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by mwhybark at 1:20 PM PST - 3 comments
My ex-wife's boyfriend wants to try to claim my son on his taxes... is this legal?
My ex-wife's boyfriend wants to try to claim my son on his taxes... is this legal? [more inside]
Am I legally entitled to a buzz?
After signing the lease and paying the deposit, the owner is asking me to sign a release saying that I know that the door buzzer system does not work and will not be fixed. Is a buzzer something that I'll wish that I had, or will I be fine just having people call when they need to be let in? The buzzer wasn't mentioned either way before I signed the lease (but I saw that the building had a buzzer system without thinking to check it). I wouldn't want to try to get out of the lease and have to redo my apartment search, but it does seem a bit weird not being warned about this in advance. Do I have any recourse? Can I force them to fix it or to give me some sort of discount on my rent, or should I just let it slide? [more inside]
Wi-fi in a conference room - are we getting screwed?
Why is it costing so much to get internet service in a hotel conference room? [more inside]
posted by lakeroon at 1:14 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lakeroon at 1:14 PM PST - 10 comments
Long billed ballcaps...
Where online can I buy a fitted high quality ballcap with an extra long bill? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde at 1:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Muirwylde at 1:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Find me better database software.
I have to compile a database for work to track about 300 separate data trends, but Access isn't cutting it. Suggestions for the next step up? [more inside]
tableau for mac??
Help me find data visualization software like Tableau, where the visualizations can be viewed and interacted with by end users. But the rub is that I need it to work in the Macintosh environment. [more inside]
Use Tax for a new car purchase in Illinois
Should the dealer have dealt with "Use Tax" when I bought my new car in the same state I live? [more inside]
posted by cmm at 12:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by cmm at 12:44 PM PST - 8 comments
Wherefore art thou, weather?
What's the most up-to-date online weather website for the twin cities (MN) area? [more inside]
posted by Think_Long at 12:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Think_Long at 12:32 PM PST - 9 comments
My air conditioner causes my room to have brown-outs. Can I fix this?
When my window-unit air conditioner revs its motor, my overhead light dims... then seriously brightens up when the AC slows down. It's annoying. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
posted by SuperNova at 12:30 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by SuperNova at 12:30 PM PST - 13 comments
Will I turn my fancy suit into a clown suit?
I'd like to buy a new suit. I'd also like to lose a lot of weight. Will the suit still look alright if I lose 60 lbs and have it altered, or should I just wait until I lose the weight? [more inside]
My affair with scifi is going through a rough patch
My visceral dislike of the movie District 9 combined with years of other sub par science fiction movies has pretty much killed any desire to see more films of the genre. Help me rekindle the flame. (Minor District 9spoilers inside) [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 12:00 PM PST - 84 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 12:00 PM PST - 84 comments
Where are the digital, musical notes?
Where can I find clear, accurate, small sound files of different musical notes. I don't mind if they're on a piano or a guitar or anything else. But I need a separate recording of each note through one octave, around about middle-C would be ideal but not necessary. (i.e. 12 files, each with a different note on them: A natural, A sharp, B natural etc.) [more inside]
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 11:36 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by HopStopDon'tShop at 11:36 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a gym-type audio headphone system for my treadmill & tv at home...
Looking for a gym-type wireless headphone system for my treadmill & TV at home... [more inside]
posted by ollyoop at 11:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ollyoop at 11:28 AM PST - 5 comments
What went wrong when I tried to replace my car battery?
I just changed my car's old dead battery with a new, just purchased one following the directions here. Even though I clamped the connectors down hard enough that I can't move either of them, the car seems to be completely dead --- it doesn't appear to be getting any power whatsoever. Any ideas what could be wrong? [more inside]
posted by jacobm at 11:28 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by jacobm at 11:28 AM PST - 23 comments
iPhone app limitation by Apple?
I'm wondering if there are Apple-imposed limitations that would prevent this no-brainer iPhone app from being created. I'd love to be able to go to one place on my iPhone to turn off/on all the power-sucking tidbits: WiFi, Bluetooth, 3G, etc. As it is now, you have to drill down through all parts of the interface to access that stuff. Does Apple allow an app to access the WiFi on/off function, for instance? [more inside]
posted by DandyRandy at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DandyRandy at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
Avoiding the two-body problem...
Anyone have career or life suggestions for a would-be “trailing spouse”? [more inside]
posted by Diagonalize at 11:17 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Diagonalize at 11:17 AM PST - 25 comments
Life after development work?
I'm tired of being hung up on. Please help me figure out my next move beyond nonprofit development work! [more inside]
How to export csv with variable number of columns?
Using a relational table in a one-to-many relationship in Access, what is the best way to export a csv file with one row per record (from the one half) with a variable number of columns (from the many half)? [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt at 10:57 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by JeremiahBritt at 10:57 AM PST - 6 comments
We oopsed. Now I don't know how to handle it.
Unexpected pregnancy. Are we crazy? [more inside]
Help calculate the calories in my favorite NYC street food: lamb over rice.
Help calculate the calories/fat in my favorite NYC street food: lamb over rice. [more inside]
posted by falameufilho at 10:38 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by falameufilho at 10:38 AM PST - 9 comments
Tools That Make Other Tools
How did we go from basic rough hand tools to the point of having really precise tools? Specifically, how do you make a better tool from the ones you have on hand? [more inside]
posted by toomanyplugs at 10:27 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by toomanyplugs at 10:27 AM PST - 17 comments
When almost perfect is too complicated
A late 30s divorced guy: Should I commit to one person or continue to go on dates? It's long and complicated, as always. [more inside]
posted by TheOtherSide at 10:17 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by TheOtherSide at 10:17 AM PST - 20 comments
How many health care facilities with imaging equipment?
How many health care facilities, excluding hospitals, are there in the U.S. that use at least one medical imaging modality (Xray, Ultrasound, etc.)? [more inside]
How can I be certain my iPhone doesn't send or receive data except phone, text and Wi-Fi?
How can I make sure my iPhone 3G doesn't transfer *any* internet data while retaining phone, texting and Wi-Fi capability? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 10:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 10:01 AM PST - 12 comments
Sticky dog barking wicket
Sticky dog barking situation. The house next door to ours is a rental duplex, both units of which were recently rented to people whose dogs bark and/or howl unrelentingly all day long. I work from home and am losing my mind. Complication: I also have a very barky dog whose barkiness was able to be controlled until these other dogs moved in. Now he, too, is a problem, and I feel that I am in no position to complain about others' dogs. And yet, something must be done. [more inside]
Best Motorcycle Daytrip
Renting a motorcycle for a day in San Francisco - what's the best day trip to take? [more inside]
posted by swngnmonk at 9:48 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by swngnmonk at 9:48 AM PST - 19 comments
Of/not-Of Montreal
Of Montreal's The Sunlandic Twins is one of my favourite albums, but I can't make much headway with any of their other releases. Seeking album/track recommendations, writing, or points of view that might suggest a way in. [more inside]
posted by carbide at 9:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by carbide at 9:29 AM PST - 15 comments
I Want a Particular Domain
What is the best way to go about getting an expired domain? [more inside]
posted by cjorgensen at 9:28 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by cjorgensen at 9:28 AM PST - 9 comments
Runningfilter: Help my poor poor calves.
I am looking for some advice to help me determine the cause of my running pains. [more inside]
Help me find the name of this obscure musician!
Help me find the name of this obscure musician! [more inside]
posted by DeltaForce at 9:15 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by DeltaForce at 9:15 AM PST - 31 comments
Help me train the next generation of Alinskys and Obamas!
Help me teach high school students how to be community organizers! [more inside]
posted by elmer benson at 9:09 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by elmer benson at 9:09 AM PST - 2 comments
Where did Kofi Annan say that small arms were weapons of mass destruction in slow motion?
Kofi Annan is often quoted as having said that small arms and light weapons are "weapons of mass destruction in slow motion." Help me find the full text of the speech, statement or document in which he first said this. [more inside]
posted by jrb223 at 9:06 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jrb223 at 9:06 AM PST - 6 comments
Nomad with a van needs a plan
I am entertaining the idea of selling almost everything I own, buying a van and becoming a temporary nomad, going from farm to farm around North America for work. Is this an inherently horrible idea? If it's not, does anyone have tips on making it work? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 8:54 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 8:54 AM PST - 30 comments
Unpretentious jazz in New York City?
What are some of the best and (most importantly) unpretentious jazz clubs in New York City? [more inside]
posted by laze at 8:50 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by laze at 8:50 AM PST - 15 comments
best and easy handle FREE Linux based Firewall ?
Wich solution is the best balance between control and easy handle of a FREE Linux based Firewall ? [more inside]
DC Filter: Good men's haircut in DC or Arlington?
DC/NOVA Filter: Where can I get a quality men's haircut from a real stylist for <$50-60 (including tip) in Washington, D.C. or Arlington, VA? [more inside]
Identify this Elvis mob!
Help me place this scene from Pierre Falardeau's Elvis Gratton [more inside]
THE SECRETS HE KEPT HIDDEN ALL THOSE YEARS! MUM SEZ: NOT MY BOY!
How would this tabloid technique be called in Fleet Street? [more inside]
Is it legal to solicit paid friendship?
Is it legal (or even safe) to buy friendship? [more inside]
The War on Drugs claims another one.
Dear AskMe, Should I be concerned about writing to someone in prison that knows about previous illegal activities I've participated in? [more inside]
Zoomy Lightbox a la Firefox?
I am in love with the zoom-in dialog box used for the video demo on the Firefox 3.5 'what's new' screen. Is there a cross-browser equivalent? I know about various 'lightbox' scripts, but this zoom thing is new to me.
posted by CaptApollo at 8:09 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by CaptApollo at 8:09 AM PST - 5 comments
RoadTripFilter: In search of wide open spaces
Another "where to go in America" question (who needs a travel agent when you've got Mefi?). This time, it's a road trip - I want to get away from the cramped little island I'm living on, and the Southwest seems like the place to go. Where should I go and what should I see? [more inside]
posted by The Shiny Thing at 7:50 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by The Shiny Thing at 7:50 AM PST - 20 comments
New or not-so-new parents, give us the benefit of your 20-20 hindsight.
This could be our last child-free year. What should we do/enjoy? [more inside]
posted by Ladybug Parade at 7:06 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by Ladybug Parade at 7:06 AM PST - 40 comments
Looking for a documentary from the 1970s - "Glass India"
I keep hearing about a documentary from the 1970s called "Glass India" - about glass blowing in India. Does anyone know where to buy it or download it?
posted by abirae at 6:33 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by abirae at 6:33 AM PST - 3 comments
Quintessential Harrods gift?
Is there a quintessential Harrod's gift item I should buy when I visit London? [more inside]
German-owned Creative agencies in New York City
I would really like to know which NYC-based German agency is advertising this position on Craigslist:
Senior Systems Analyst
Anyone care to speculate?
Senior Systems Analyst
Anyone care to speculate?
Scan til ya cannae scan nae mair
I have an Epson 1660 scanner, and a transparency unit that came (from eBay) without the medium-format mask. Is there anywhere where I can get one of these, or can I make one myself? [more inside]
Since it's a tech support question about Google, you can just post it anywhere and they'll find it, right?
I deleted 267,000 messages from my gmail account and now, when I log in, I see a Temporary Error (500) / Numeric Code 93 message. Emails sent to me are bouncing. It's been five days. [more inside]
SDcard as primary storage?
How reliable would it be to use an SD card as primary storage in a Plug computer? [more inside]
posted by jozxyqk at 4:55 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jozxyqk at 4:55 AM PST - 3 comments
No Wheat No Dairy No Sugar
Help us figure out what to cook for a birthday dinner where one of the guests has several dietary restrictions. [more inside]
What were the NYU women's dorms like in the late 1960s?
There are some things I'd like to know about the NYU women's dorms in the late 1960s. [more inside]
No video output....eh?
Why is my computer not producing video output? (Normal start up sounds, stopped working while I was away) [more inside]
posted by RufusW at 1:02 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by RufusW at 1:02 AM PST - 7 comments
August 18
How to measure a person's average pitch?
I have some recordings of people saying a short phrase. How can I use these recordings to measure the average pitch of each speaker's voice? [more inside]
posted by eisenkr at 11:38 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by eisenkr at 11:38 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I Filter out Facebook group mails?
I'm a member of hundreds of Facebook groups, which I enjoy except for the fact that their owners sometimes send me a direct email. The result is dozens of direct emails that I can't seem to find a setting inside Facebook to block. So then I move to my Gmail filters. Is there a way to filter out the Facebook group mails using Gmail filters? The identifying feature of mails from groups is that their subject header contains quote marks, so the sender is always Facebook and the subject header is always: "Group Name" sent you a message on Facebook. My question is: how do I teach Gmail to distinguish between these mails and mails from my actual friends, which don't have the quote marks around them?
posted by skylar at 11:16 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by skylar at 11:16 PM PST - 6 comments
Going to California
I'm going to Los Angeles later this week. I've never been there, what should I do/see/eat? Details inside. [more inside]
install Windows XP on Vista laptop
Trouble installing windows xp on a vista laptop (Acer 6530) [more inside]
posted by gigimakka at 10:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by gigimakka at 10:43 PM PST - 5 comments
Where do I get the ring that Nancy Botwin wears on the show Weeds?
Asking for my sister: "On the show Weeds, Nancy is always wearing an awesome gold and emerald snake ring on her middle finger. Does anyone know where to get one?"
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 10:30 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 10:30 PM PST - 1 comment
The Tortoise and the Ant and the ...?
If you wanted a stable, boring (but really only boring in scare quotes), modest life, what career paths would you take? Emphasis on path; I want to come out of this post with a course of action. [more inside]
it depends on how you use matters and depends.
Help explain why my writing partner constantly uses a word in a way I find weird and incorrect. A question that anyone can answer. [more inside]
A weigh-tea matter
I have a package of 20 tea bags, and the weight is marked on the package as two ounces. Does this mean there are two ounces of tea split between 20 tea bags, or does the two ounces include the weight of both the tea and the bags? I don't have a small scale to verify.
posted by crazycanuck at 9:30 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by crazycanuck at 9:30 PM PST - 8 comments
What is causing this and how do we stop it? (kill it. kill it with fire?)
Help identify possible source or cause of these bites! [more inside]
butter my nut baby
help me thrive with a car in nyc
NYC parking filter - I need to know what you know. [more inside]
iphone mms help
Can I enable MMS messages on my jailbroken, unlocked original iPhone? [more inside]
posted by zackola at 7:55 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by zackola at 7:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me access my voice mail!
How do I access my office voice mail from home? [more inside]
Where Can I Buy or Rent Goats?
I want to rent or buy goats in Gwinnett county, Georgia, to clear a brushy, ivy-covered half-acre lot (away from the house). [more inside]
posted by rahnefan at 7:42 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by rahnefan at 7:42 PM PST - 18 comments
Help me connect my iPod to my stereo!
I have a JVC stereo, which boasts of the ability to accept my iPod as input. The problem is that I don't have the right wire for it! Can I buy one of these things anywhere? The socket that accepts the cable looks like this. [more inside]
posted by Citrus at 7:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Citrus at 7:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Need snack help, and have a list of allergens which limits me...
Trying to lose those last few pounds, and snacks are my downfall. I am getting tired of Ye Olde Afternoon Trail Mix. I need some new ideas for carby/protein snacks (to accompany a piece of fruit) which are portable, will keep in my bag all day, and which are compatible with my daunting list of food allergies. [more inside]
posted by JoannaC at 6:47 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by JoannaC at 6:47 PM PST - 28 comments
For women who are over 50 years old. What advice would you give your 40 year old self?
For women who are over 50 years old. What advice would you give your 40 year old self? [more inside]
posted by kerby at 6:33 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by kerby at 6:33 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me overcome my past and stop being so mediocre.
Help me overcome my past and stop being so mediocre. Compared to my peers I can't seem to measure up, and I am looking for ways to change this. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:15 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:15 PM PST - 29 comments
Define Tensegrity Sphere to a Child
How to best describe a tensegrity sphere in a way everyone can understand [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah at 5:44 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by goalyeehah at 5:44 PM PST - 11 comments
Pictures of a politician.
What should I do with personal family photos of Notable Historical Personage, my Chinese great-grandfather? [more inside]
Tell me about your experience with the Palm Pre!
Tell me about your experience with the Palm Pre! [more inside]
Want to lie in a tent at night and hear nothing but the waves.
Where are the best places in New South Wales to camp in close proximity to a beach? But wait, here's the catch... [more inside]
Help me be a cool teacher
Suggest a cultural activity in Boston, evening of Oct 10? [more inside]
posted by Cuke at 5:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Cuke at 5:32 PM PST - 8 comments
Seeking Introduction to NMR Spectroscopy for the Lay Reader
I'm looking for articles or books, aimed at the lay reader, which explain in general terms or offer good background information about NMR spectroscopy. [more inside]
Intern wants up
Are there any special rules or points of etiquette to be followed when applying for a job internally? More specifically, as an intern? [more inside]
iPhone 3GS unlock without ultrasn0w?
Is it possible to unlock an iPhone 3GS without using ultrasn0w, legally or otherwise? Jailbroken apps are allowed.
My grandfather was a beecharmer...
Please tell me about beekeeping. [more inside]
Re-sole rubber soles?
Is it possible to have rubber-soled shoes re-soled? [more inside]
Needed: Cheap digital camera with remote shutter release.
I'm looking for a relatively cheap digital camera that has a remote shutter release. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Why are these outlets upside-down?
HomeImprovementFilter: Why are all these outlets upside down? [more inside]
posted by el_lupino at 3:37 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by el_lupino at 3:37 PM PST - 16 comments
What companies are great at training people
What companies do a particularly good job of advancing the skills of their employees? What kinds of things do they do that facilitate that? [more inside]
posted by willnot at 3:35 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by willnot at 3:35 PM PST - 9 comments
Round Table Group - Does it work?
About every 3 months, I receive an email asking me to join this company's [The Round Table Group (http://www.roundtablegroup.com/)] network of experts as a consultant. Is it worth my time? Is it a rotten deal? Are they blowing smoke? [more inside]
Relatively cheap restaurants in Manhattan that have good vegetarian options?
Relatively cheap restaurants in Manhattan that have good vegetarian options? [more inside]
What are the best personal essays about technology?
What are some great examples of personal, non-fiction essay writing about technology, to be used in a freshman writing class with a tech theme? [more inside]
posted by Tesseractive at 3:02 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Tesseractive at 3:02 PM PST - 12 comments
How many smart phones in Iowa?
How many smart phones are there in Iowa? Seems a simple question, but I haven't found a source that even offers a good guess. My google-fu fails me. Help Me, Hivemind!
posted by davereed at 3:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by davereed at 3:00 PM PST - 8 comments
How to make a will better?
Got any tips for creating a will for new parents? [more inside]
Medicaid in Ohio?
Applying for Medicaid- question on "other people in the home who receive income?" [more inside]
How do I transfer these fonts?
Fonts, fonts, fonts. I'm trying to move some fonts between platforms for a client and it is an absolute nightmare. I need some help understanding OS X font "suitcases" and what do with them! [more inside]
I'd like to cause newspapers to lose revenuve faster...
Which quality newspapers and other news services provide full-text RSS feeds? I'm looking for a world, national, and also sources specific to California news and politics. Alternatively, what are some MacGyver-style ways to make a full-text RSS feed for my current favorites? [more inside]
posted by cgomez at 2:45 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by cgomez at 2:45 PM PST - 2 comments
Step by step set up for receiving POP email through Yahoo?
How do I set up Yahoo Mail Plus to receive my email from other accounts? (more inside) [more inside]
How do I start a poetry group at work?
How do I start a poetry circle at my company? [more inside]
Please hope me keep cool AND entertained!
Old building with old wiring + AC compressor = flickering lights. A question about electronics and possibly using an uninterruptible power supply to even out the electricity supplied to sensitive electronics. Details and question inside. [more inside]
posted by Osrinith at 2:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Osrinith at 2:24 PM PST - 6 comments
Harry Potter premiere tickets?
Tickets to the premiere of Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows? [more inside]
Where's the sci-fi with actual characters?
What are some or how can one best find science-fiction novels that are good by general literary standards? [more inside]
posted by colinmarshall at 2:04 PM PST - 75 comments
posted by colinmarshall at 2:04 PM PST - 75 comments
Eggplant ideas needed.
What are your favorite eggplant recipes? [more inside]
How to tip my therapist?
How to tip my therapist? [more inside]
How cool can Wordpress get?
What is the coolest thing you have seen/done using Wordpress. Special relevance to a corporate website. Can I get it to do cool stuff for me like IP filtering and more? [more inside]
posted by london302 at 1:43 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by london302 at 1:43 PM PST - 6 comments
What's all the fuss about Google Voice??
Am I the only one who doesn't quite 'get' the benefit of Google Voice (Grand Central)? It seems to only address one half of the equation - inbound calls [more inside]
American health insurance reimbursement clusterfuck.
American health insurance reimbursement clusterfuck. [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone at 12:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by nebulawindphone at 12:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Interviews, Research & Archiving, oh my!
I'm preparing for a massive personal archiving/interviewing trip with my grandparents and need advice regarding many aspects of the project. [more inside]
posted by ikahime at 12:06 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ikahime at 12:06 PM PST - 8 comments
How is acreage measured on non-flat terrain?
Surveying 101: How is acreage measured on hilly ground? Is the acre a measure of the surface area of the ground, or of the area inside an imaginary box that is superimposed over the ground? [more inside]
posted by Orinda at 11:58 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Orinda at 11:58 AM PST - 11 comments
THE Game, you just lost it.
Help me find the perfect videogame for my boyfriend. [more inside]
Is there any research that seeks to quantify from year to year the degree to which humanity has grown more civilized or more depraved?
Is there any research that seeks to quantify from year to year the degree to which humanity has grown more civilized or more depraved? Seems like futurists would do this, but I don't know where to begin to look.
Negative factors would include crime, war, human trafficking, starvation, preventable disease.
Positive factors would be access to affordable or universal health care, some form of freedom or democracy with a complementary bill of rights.
What do you think are the factors that should be measured?
Social Security Disability Advice
Is there anyone in the New York Ciity area I could speak to about applying for social security disability - not necessarily a lawyer, but someone who is famliar with the process, knows what makes the best case, what is useful, what is irrelevant, etc.
carpal tunnel and tendonitis and what to do?
Arm/wrist problems and no health insurance: what to do? [more inside]
Recommend a scooter for a five year old?
Recommend a push-type scooter safe for a five year old? [more inside]
posted by mosk at 11:12 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by mosk at 11:12 AM PST - 7 comments
Please help me find this children's night light/lamp!
I've seen this revolving children's night light in 2 TV shows (Undeclared and Sex and the City) and 1 movie (One Fine Day) and I have been trying to find it since. I've searched online and I can't seem to find one anywhere. Can anyone help me find where to purchase these revolving lights/lamps?
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Am I fluent or what?
Can I say that I'm fluent in Spanish on my resume? Details and whatnot inside. [more inside]
posted by Aizkolari at 10:37 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Aizkolari at 10:37 AM PST - 22 comments
I'm going to try doing GLASTONBURY 2010. Difficulty: Never been to Europe, have no idea where to begin, kind of dumb. Help me make this beautiful dream a reality.
I'm going to try doing GLASTONBURY 2010. Difficulty: Never been to Europe, have no idea where to begin, kind of dumb. Help me make this beautiful dream a reality. [more inside]
Where you find orangutang?
Did I see a little girl holding an orangutang on the streets of downtown Arlington, VA in early June 2008? [more inside]
Same But Different Movies & TV Shows
Looking for "the same, but different" movies or TV shows. [more inside]
Girlfriend emotionally damaged by previous relationship?
My girlfriend and I have been seeing each other for a couple of years now. We love each other, and have a lot of fun doing things (even hard work) together. When it comes to sex, though, she seems to have inherited a lot of hangups from a previous, long-term relationship. [more inside]
Lessons from the Obama campaign
Looking for best infodumps, narratives, archives, and analyses of Barack Obama's successful campaign for election, with a focus on volunteers and fundraising. [more inside]
Why can't my router see the internet, when my computer can?
Networking question: I have a wireless router (well, 2, actually, as I thought the old one was faulty so just bought a new one) but it can't see the outside world. If I plug my computer directly into the modem, I can use the internet. If I plug a router into the modem, it can't see the internet. (I can connect to the router via wireless or wired, but the router can't connect any further.) Any ideas what this might be? [more inside]
posted by handee at 9:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by handee at 9:55 AM PST - 8 comments
LaTeX + pdf = employment fail?
LaTeX + pdf = employment fail? I am looking for a job and have been using LaTeX to generate my resume and cover-letter. At a recent job interview I was told that they weren't able to print my resume. It looked fine on their computer but when they printed it, it was as if most of the document had been whited-out: a couple of phrases appeared approximately where they should but, most of it was just missing. [more inside]
Help me make dried limes for Persian/Iranian cooking at home.
How can I make dried limes at home for Persian/Iranian cooking? [more inside]
Alternate blogging set ups?
Are all blogs linear scrolls or is there someone out there who presents entries differently (allow for shuffling of posts or presents it like iTunes presents your selection)? [more inside]
Are we being punked?
In order to fix a malfunctioning printer we have been told to unplug it and hold down the power button for one minute to release static. Are we being punked? [more inside]
posted by Tallguy at 8:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Tallguy at 8:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Should I get my ears pierced?
I’m considering getting my ears pierced. Just regular old lobe piercings. Help me decide if I should, then help answer all the probably simple questions about the process, because I seriously know nothing. Before you bring it up – I’m planning on going to a real piercing place, not Claire’s. [more inside]
BABY CAR SEAT/STROLLER
Which baby car seat should I buy for my soon to be born grandson? Are the baby stroller/car seats combo's a good idea.?
Should I protect other people's email addresses on my wordpress site, and if so, what's the easiest way?
I have a website that has profiles of a lot of artists. At the moment I'm putting their email addresses on the site. But I don't want to be the cause of their receiving lots of spam emails. I found this post, which didn't seem to answer this specific question. I also found this post, which was a little confusing, and I'm not sure if I should just paste that entire code into the html editor of the wordpress post every time I want to put in a new email address. [more inside]
posted by omnigut at 8:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by omnigut at 8:41 AM PST - 9 comments
Where can I get more information about the U.S. health care reform bill?
I've been reading a lot of conflicting information about the U.S. health care reform bill (HR 3200) and its potential impact on different groups of Americans. I tried to read the bill, but it's over a thousand pages and is written in mind-numbing legalese. Is there a place online where I can find comprehensive, non-partisan, easily understandable information about the bill?
ThyroidFilter: Whither to T3, or not T3? That is the question.
ThyroidFilter: Who out there (particularly those with Hashimoto's), after ditching T4-only therapy for either added synthetic T3, Thyrolar, or the natural stuff, now feels waaaaay better, comparatively speaking? [more inside]
posted by bitterkitten at 8:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bitterkitten at 8:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Advice in Picking a Career
I have two options for my (budding) career, help me decide which one is better. [more inside]
Ship or sell my computer from Japan?
Is it worth it to ship 2-3 year-old computer components from Japan? [more inside]
Small wedding in Yosemite: know of an amazing photographer with a package under $3K? Caterers too?
Small wedding in Yosemite: know of an amazing photographer with a package under $3K? Caterers too? [more inside]
Tips or tricks for 3d n00bs?
When you started working with 3D modeling and animation (à la Maya, 3ds Max, or Cinema 4d), what do you wish someone would have told you? [more inside]
posted by milarepa at 8:10 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by milarepa at 8:10 AM PST - 3 comments
How can I find out if the upcoming seasons of Top Chef and Project Runway will be available online?
How can I find out if the upcoming seasons of Top Chef and Project Runway will be available online (e.g. Amazon Video-on-demand, iTunes, etc.)? [more inside]
San Diego taco trucks?
Looking for a farm-related gift for my father's birthday.
Looking for a farm-related gift for my father's birthday. He recently bought a pretty large farm after living in the 'burbs his entire life. The main purpose of the farm is so my mother can house her horses there, but my father is quite excited to use their sizable land for other purposes too, which may or may not include raising chickens, growing all sorts of produce, and other activities that people do on farms... [more inside]
posted by the foreground at 7:58 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by the foreground at 7:58 AM PST - 11 comments
Does electronic stability control help out in winter driving conditions?
Will I need electronic stability control for winter driving? Please help this California native and recent Texas resident decide on a car to buy before my first "real" winter in northern Illinois begins. [more inside]
How do I create a "fill in form" on Adobe?
How do I create a "fill in form" on Adobe with text boxes and check boxes? [more inside]
Movies about creative collaboration?
Examples of movies about people collaborating on creative projects? [more inside]
posted by oulipian at 7:48 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by oulipian at 7:48 AM PST - 30 comments
Lunch in Hartford?
Best places to grab lunch within walking distance of Constitution Plaza in Hartford, CT? [more inside]
Insurance is good and I'd like to keep it.
Is filing too many claims always a death knell for your insurance? [more inside]
This new-fangled internet thing is just too Flashy for me!
Firefox / Flash-filter: Currently, I'm running one of the last versions of Firefox 2.0 (2.0.0.20). I haven't upgraded to 3 yet, but I think I'm just about ready (well, YouTube is forcing me). I have a few concerns before I do... [more inside]
spritual awakening turns to self-indulgence? or just "normal"
I turn 40 soon, married. A few years ago I had what I believe to be a major spiritual awakening, but it really hasn't "stuck", to the core anyway.
I have since found the pendulum swing far the other way to where I'm a surprised to find i'm now inclined to: drink to excess, flirt with women (some pretty young), smoke marijuana/ tobacco, listen to stuff like Kid Rock and relishing the vulgarity/attitude, watch porn - (this is mostly all "private" behavior)
is this all indicative a midlife crisis situation? or "spiritual backlash"? or do i need to come to terms that i've taken a road down towards creepville?
Just how old is that Google maps image of my house?
In Google Maps, is there a way to tell when the satellite (aerial) images of a particular place were taken? [more inside]
Help me fix this pain in the neck
Are these sudden, sharp twinges of pain in my neck normal? [more inside]
Mystery of the '87 VW Jetta
My 87 VW Jetta broke down, and none of the mechanics have the equipment to figure out what's wrong with it. What now? [more inside]
posted by ajarbaday at 6:44 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by ajarbaday at 6:44 AM PST - 14 comments
Need name for sale section
My sister needs help naming a section of her bi-annual kids' consignment sale, and I'm not good with this advertising stuff. [more inside]
posted by little_c at 6:42 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by little_c at 6:42 AM PST - 11 comments
Apple iPod packaging: What is the bottom right part of this photo?
What is the black piece on the bottom right part of this photo?
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2008/09/touch_un20.jpg
posted by bofe at 6:04 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by bofe at 6:04 AM PST - 2 comments
that would be known as clarified butter after the ayurvedic tradition
Headphone adapter broken off in my macbook.
My dog broke off a headphone adapter in my macbook. How do I get it out? [more inside]
Recommendations for new and unusual crafts?
Knitting, crochet, beading, sewing.. what am I missing? Looking for some unusual craft techniques and projects. [more inside]
posted by psychostorm at 4:44 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by psychostorm at 4:44 AM PST - 36 comments
What is up with coldsores?
I've gotten coldsores since I was a kid, generally once every 18-36 months. I got one 2-3 months ago, but then I got another one today. My whole life I got them on my top lip, but 2-3 months ago I got it for the first time on my bottom lip. This time, it has appeared on my bottom lip again, but now I think a SECOND one is also appearing on my top lip. Why has it moved? Why has it become more frequent? Why am I now getting 2-for-1? Should I be freaking out? [more inside]
Help me juice the juicer
I just bought a juice extractor. It's very nice but it takes a lot of space. Help me justify this space with ideas on how to exploit it better. Carrot juice oK. But how about recipes, desserts, sauces? What else could I use it for?
posted by uauage at 4:28 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by uauage at 4:28 AM PST - 7 comments
What crazy short term classes can I take?
I have vacation time adding up and I'm looking for any interesting and/or wild 1 to 3 week school/training programs I can do, anywhere in the world. Suggestions?
Which distro of Linux should I try?
Which one of the multitude of Linux distros should someone who's never used Linux before give a go? [more inside]
Why can't I download torrents?
Although I have downloaded torrents successfully before, I can't get my current system to work. Everything proceeds fine until the actual download - which is stuck at 0.0%. [more inside]
August 17
Not so fast.
Everybody who knows the origin of this gag, take one step forward...
Not so fast, internet. [more inside]
Academic personal website CMS solution advice
Academic personal website CMS solution advice. [more inside]
posted by k8t at 10:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by k8t at 10:27 PM PST - 10 comments
Sharlto Copley stars in "My Left Claw"
District 9 has infected me, so to speak. I can pick up on the cinematic influences and the overt South African references, but surely there are more South African influences that elude me. Help! [more inside]
posted by TomSophieIvy at 10:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by TomSophieIvy at 10:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Please explain this unnerving phone call
Help me figure out the strange call I had asking if I was related to my brother-in-law. I has me feeling a little unsettled. The caller refused to identify herself. [more inside]
Needlepoint hot air Santa
Help my mother complete this needlepoint kit, sans instructions. [more inside]
How can I force a microSD card into my broken blackberry slot?
What's the best way to brute-force a microSD card into my new Blackberry (that apparently has a defective slot.) [more inside]
posted by frenetic at 9:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by frenetic at 9:16 PM PST - 5 comments
Drive Thru Turkey
Is there a national fast food chain in the United States that sells a turkey-burger?
posted by ericthegardener at 8:56 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by ericthegardener at 8:56 PM PST - 26 comments
Any tips on how to become more fingerprint-able?
Any tips on how to become more fingerprint-able? [more inside]
Arts and Cultural Appropriation
How have issues of cultural appropriation, stereotypes, and diversity been tackled in art and popular culture? [more inside]
The Chrysler Ratchet
Why do early to late 90s Chrysler/Dodge vehicles with an automatic transmission make a very distinctive ratcheting sound when slowing down? [more inside]
posted by jmsta at 7:49 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jmsta at 7:49 PM PST - 7 comments
If Indiana Jones were a sailor, what hat would he wear?
HatFilter: I'm looking for a functional, stylish hat for sailing (worried mostly about sun not foul weather protection). Bonus points for a unique, "adventure" flavor like Indiana Jones. [more inside]
Weekend getaway near Vancouver
Where can I go this weekend from Vancouver? [more inside]
Need mechanic in Tempe.
Please recommend a good auto mechanic in Tempe, AZ for a 2001 Ford Escape.
We want shirts, but don't want to infringe on any trademarks or copyrights.
I run a website dedicated to vintage PC games (that is, games from the late 80s, early 90s). Ad revenue has been declining, and a co-admin suggested making t-shirts to sell to support the site. I have questions about what art/words we can use on the shirts. [more inside]
Creative people - teach me how to make my wedding magical.
Design our "First Summer's Night Eve" wedding, creative people! [more inside]
Is it worth it to buy a car for dating purposes?
Is it worth it to buy a car for dating purposes? [more inside]
How to apply for a mycology phd?
My husband wants to get a doctorate in mycology become a mycologist. We don't know where to start. [more inside]
Is it possible to read the plates in this photo?
Where can I find pictures of empty walls with footprint of frames that have been removed?
Where can I find pictures of empty walls with footprints of picture/art frames that have been removed? [more inside]
How much do first year our GI docs make in NYC?
Anyone know what the best way to find out what salaries are for Gastroenterologist docs in New York City? or just what is a good starting salary for a GI doc in NYC? All I get are averages when I search on the internet.
What are the chances of spinning a Yahtzee on the first roll?
What are the chances of spinning a Yahtzee on the first roll? [more inside]
What are the two best introductory episodes to Deadwood?
Deadwood is my favorite television show of all time and my girlfriend has agreed to let me show her two episodes to try to get her hooked. I think she might like it, as she is well read and appreciates complicated storytelling, but she is totally uninterested in the time period and doesn't watch a lot of television. What two episodes would you suggest showing someone to highlight Deadwood at its best. [more inside]
posted by Falconetti at 5:59 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Falconetti at 5:59 PM PST - 22 comments
Where can I find this song?
Looking for a song I heard in a commercial today... "Hold On" in the Healthtex advertisement. [more inside]
Help three old girlfriends find a weekend getaway in the Washington DC area.
Help three old girlfriends find a weekend getaway in the Washington DC area. [more inside]
Remember those t-shirts with the drawing of the sabra cactus wearing that funny Israeli hat?
Were you a Jewish kid in the 70s/80s? Remember those t-shirts with the drawing of the sabra cactus wearing that funny Israeli hat? [more inside]
A set of most specific requirements for a game.
Looking for a turn-based platform independent online game that can be played asynchronously with hours or days between players turns. [more inside]
posted by MeatyBean at 5:41 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by MeatyBean at 5:41 PM PST - 16 comments
Locating a deadbeat
Can I triangulate someones location with a cell phone number? [more inside]
Kids Singing Lessons
My daughter, six, has been begging me to let her take singing lessons (and she's quite specific that she wants to sing, rather than learn an instrument or dance or theatre or anything else), but I know NOTHING about singing, let alone where to find a good teacher. [more inside]
$20k Loan on $79k Home?
House loan advice needed. Should I take out a loan against my house while I'm trying to sell it? [more inside]
posted by rougy at 5:19 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rougy at 5:19 PM PST - 8 comments
Is there a website that will notify you of media releases?
I am looking for a website or convenient trick to notify me when an item I am interested in is released or acquires a release date. I will be hoping to use this for Books, Games, Movies (both theatrical and dvd). [more inside]
I have a question about calendars
Can anyone see any benefit to a calendar that (1) identifies those months within a range of years that share the same days of the week and dates of the month, and (2) identifies those days of the week within a range of years that have less than 53 occurences in any particular year?
posted by CollectiveMind at 4:55 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by CollectiveMind at 4:55 PM PST - 13 comments
How to become a non-drinker?
I just started a long-term medication (bupropion, for ADD) that interacts very, very badly with alcohol. I don't miss the booze itself, but not being able to drink throws all sorts of monkey wrenches into my social life. I need advice on how to be a non-drinker in the drinkingest town in the United States, New York City... where the default activity for any occaision is going out for a drink. [more inside]
What do you do with a pig in a poke?
We were bequeathed a Steinway grand piano, and were initially excited but now are wondering if this is more of an albatross than a gift. What should we do? [more inside]
How to I fix an online job application mistake?
How to I fix an online job application mistake? [more inside]
One Image, One Audio Clip: One Movie?
How to make a video from an audio track for Youtube? [more inside]
posted by furtive at 3:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by furtive at 3:59 PM PST - 3 comments
The mother of all boards
Help me pick out a motherboard for a Core i7 Processor! [more inside]
A weekend alone in Belfast
I'll be working in Belfast next week and have some time alone at the weekend (29/08/09-30/08/09). What should I get up to? Any events I should be aware of?
posted by nam3d at 3:33 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by nam3d at 3:33 PM PST - 5 comments
Le nom nom nom.
Where can we make out with French boys, what foodie things can I not miss in Paris, and what is the Kampa Park of Brussels? [more inside]
posted by IWoudDie4U at 3:02 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by IWoudDie4U at 3:02 PM PST - 15 comments
Share your suggestions for spiritual books, or your spiritual quotes, or thoughts...
Share your suggestions for spiritual books, or your spiritual quotations, or thoughts, or advice for others who have decided to explore the spiritual side of life. [more inside]
Sex Role Reversal TV show from 70s or early 80s?
Trying to remember the name of a TV show from my adolescence (1974 - 1981). It was an office drama in which sex roles were reversed. Women had all the power; women were the bosses, made the money, etc. Men were in support positions and were sex objects. The show was syndicated, and, in Boston, at least, was on a UHF station. Any ideas?
posted by hworth at 2:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by hworth at 2:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Going to the same university for undergrad and grad-good or bad idea?
Did you receive your graduate degree at the same university that you received your undergraduate degree from? If so, do you regret not branching out and going to a new university for graduate school or are you happy with your decision? [more inside]
silent telephone needed
New baby in the house, easily awoken by telephone ringing, so I am after a phone that can be muted, with visual ring indicator, and preferably a multi hand set dect type if possible. I am in the UK.
I want to add links to Google Map locations. Help!
How can I add links to Google Map locations? [more inside]
Disclosing HPV: What Do I Say & What Should I Expect?
I've tested positive for HPV, and I am mostly concerned about disclosure. The question isn't whether I will or not (I most certainly will), but how and what should I expect? [more inside]
Facebook fan page
My mother would like to get on Facebook at some point in the future. I've neither encouraged nor discouraged her to do so, and wouldn't really have a problem with her on Facebook re: my profile or anything like that. The problem is that she was a former high school teacher and some of her old students have created a fan club page for her. It's mostly harmless fun, and the creator of the page actually posted some really nice things about my mom. For fun they have been posting photoshopped pics of her face on funny pictures (making her a rap star, etc.), but nothing out of bounds or all that offensive has been uploaded. And while I don't really have a problem with the page, there are two things that have me a bit upset. [more inside]
But there's no quota on your odor - that's right, you smell!
What to do about a smelly coworker when her supervisor's hands are tied? [more inside]
Let us fly! Cheaply.
Cheapest Airline Tickets: Los Angeles - Berlin RT. Options? [more inside]
posted by VikingSword at 1:52 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by VikingSword at 1:52 PM PST - 5 comments
Word count software
Is there a word count program that you can set to measure the number of words typed in a period of time rather than the number of words that appear on the page? [more inside]
posted by carmen at 1:40 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by carmen at 1:40 PM PST - 5 comments
This is my brain on no vacation
Help with productive vacation ideas? Of all the things to avoid, I have been putting off taking vacation and now suddenly the summer is slipping away... [more inside]
Are there needles in this haystack?
I'm looking for user interface shops or departments within companies that do a particular kind of work, and that hire a particular kind of role (even if they have no jobs open right now). Do you know if they exist, and whether they're common or rare? Or, do you know how I can find out? [more inside]
posted by Other at 1:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Other at 1:24 PM PST - 6 comments
Community Media Website Design
Suggest a model for a money-making, or at least self-sufficient, website dedicated to a region or small city something like "Mayberry Online." Probably advertising driven, dedicated to news, events, listings, but with active forums for 'consumer gripes,' local politics, advice columns, restaurant reviews, arts, sports, health, pets & wildlife. Think 'city paper' or alternative press but online, with an active Craigslist component. Any thing like that out there? Suggestions on website design/creation/start-up consultants would be an added bonus. Links please to worthy existing sites that fit the bill. And, TIA
Learning about owning a go-kart track
Where are the trade magazines for "concession karts"? That is, a magazine focused on go-kart track operations and ownership. [more inside]
If supermarkets did not exist, I would have starved myself by now.
I am a failure as a gardener and a human being. What the hell did I do wrong with the vegetable patch? [more inside]
So I double the bits and get the bite
How can I run my 32 bit software on my 64 bit Vista machine? [more inside]
Any recommendations for a tailor in Beijing?
I am female, visiting Beijing briefly. I would like to get blouses and slacks made while I am there. I am too tall for off-the-peg.
how to use linkedin to find a new job?
Just got fired. How do I use my LinkedIn.com profile to find a new job without my contacts thinking I did something horrible? [more inside]
Here are samples of my work, and you can click here to read my opinions on Obama!
How would I best go about making a web-based writing portfolio with limited internet abilities? [more inside]
DC CSA 411?
CSA in Washington DC? [more inside]
Can I recycle a broken hairdryer?
I have a broken hair dryer. Can I recycle it?
I live in Brighton, UK - I can't find anything on the local council website about recycling this type of item.
Do I just bin it?
Thanks!
posted by Kirn at 12:43 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Kirn at 12:43 PM PST - 3 comments
Tomatofilter: 2% chance I'm crazy; 98% chance something (good) is up with our country's tomatos.
Tomato question: Did something happen late last Autumn that could have caused low-priced/budget tomatoes in (U.S.) fast-food restaurants and supermarkets to become radically better tasting? My perception of increased quality had a sudden onset, was not chain-specific, not geographically localized, and is shared by a handful of friends. [more inside]
If only Narcissus weren't such a jerk...
How do I improve the acoustics in a room not really cut out for recording? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore at 12:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by invitapriore at 12:19 PM PST - 7 comments
Trying to locate this awesome villa
I am trying to locate a villa rental property I read about in a traveler magazine in my doctor’s office some time ago. Problem is, I don’t remember a lot of the specifics... Might you be able to identify the villa I’m talking about based on the few things I do remember? [more inside]
Need hosted solution for retiree extranet
Help me figure out how to put our retiree directory online and eventually create a retiree extranet. [more inside]
I like 'em big when they're inside me
Help me find music that makes me feel small and insignificant. [more inside]
It's not ME. It's the DRAWERS!
Extraordinarily lame: My desk and dresser drawers won't open all the way. Is there some sort of anti-slide mechanism that I'm unaware of? If not, can I fix this problem somehow? [more inside]
posted by mittenedsex at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by mittenedsex at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Have you seen this weird movie?
I'm trying to figure out the title of a movie I saw on tv a few years ago. It was an English language horror movie set in Japan; the main characters were a western family (I think they might have been from the US, but they could have been Canadian) who were living there because of some family member's job. [more inside]
posted by Half-a-Dozen Paper Cranes at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Half-a-Dozen Paper Cranes at 11:42 AM PST - 4 comments
RAM Speed vs. Ram Quantity
Is there a general formula for determining the relative value of RAM speed versus RAM quantity? More specifically, am I better off with 2GB at DDR400 in dual-channel mode, or 2.5GB at DDR333 in single-channel mode? [more inside]
posted by Partial Law at 11:36 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Partial Law at 11:36 AM PST - 9 comments
Does Craig Ferguson really have a live studio audience?
Is Craig Ferguson's talk show real? I mean, like, is the audience real? [more inside]
I love my headphones, but....
How do I best leverage my mp3 device, considering it is not an iPod? [more inside]
posted by Tbola at 11:29 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Tbola at 11:29 AM PST - 9 comments
Long hair for the 40+ woman
What are some possible hairstyle options for a woman over 40 who wants to keep her hair long? [more inside]
Making dinner for a girlfriend and I need your help!
Making dinner tonight for a lady friend - Need suggestions! [more inside]
Help a TEFL teacher with a one-to-one with a 10 year old.
Does anyone know what books or resources, paid for or otherwise, would be suitable for teaching a 10 year old intermediate level English? [more inside]
posted by mooreeasyvibe at 11:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mooreeasyvibe at 11:11 AM PST - 6 comments
White-label hosted credit-card processing?
What online credit-card processor best meets these criteria? [more inside]
Where should we go on vacation?
Where should we go on vacation next week? We were planning on the Caribbean, but tropical storms have rained on those plans (sorry!). We're open to anything in the US or Canada with just a few restrictions. [more inside]
How to best be prepared
I'm looking to rent an apartment in Montreal (Plateau area) coming from the US - so, lacking a Canadian credit score, Canadian references, etc. Should I be saving up to pay several months of rent from the start? Is it a common practice? Also, what could I do or bring with me during the apartment hunt to look as polished as possible? [more inside]
A boat is a hole in the water into which you throw money ... but if it's a ship, money comes out?
(Freighter experts) Does the world-wide shipping industry have hidden (or open) subsidies? [more inside]
posted by coffeefilter at 10:46 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by coffeefilter at 10:46 AM PST - 9 comments
Stinkfoot (Duhn duh-duh-duhhn)
After working in the rain for 3 days straight and never having enough time to dry all the way out during those 3 days, one of my work boots smells punguntly of mildew. There's no footy smell, only mildew. Is there any way to get rid of it and save the boot? I imagine the mildew isn't doing any favours for the binding or the fabrics either.
What does "s'en fout la mort" mean?
What's the literal translation of the French film title "S'en fout la mort"? [more inside]
posted by Awkward Philip at 10:38 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Awkward Philip at 10:38 AM PST - 12 comments
How do I help Mom get digital?
How do I help my mother prepare for a modern office job after 30 years in a Luddite environment? [more inside]
posted by xingcat at 10:27 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by xingcat at 10:27 AM PST - 7 comments
Web App to manage client uploads???
I'm looking for a web application (preferrably Open Source) that will help me accomplish the following: I have a service business that works on digital files for clients. I'd like to broaden my reach through web, so want to give clients/public the ability to upload files to me and for me to keep track of who those files are from, and to be able to invoice them and track when they have paid, etc. so I can return the finished file to them. I'd like it to work with Paypal. [more inside]
Condensed Matter Forum?
I'm looking for a forum that hosts discussion in the field of condensed matter physics and/or materials science. I'd like a site where scientists can go to ask and answer questions, similar to Ask.Metafilter, but a general forum would be good as well. Does anyone know of such a site?
posted by Aanidaani at 10:20 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Aanidaani at 10:20 AM PST - 2 comments
Do smart men prefer bimbos?
I am a successful professional woman, I want to date successful professional men, but they seem to want subservient types. Should I be looking for a subservient man? [more inside]
posted by Goodgrief at 10:03 AM PST - 51 comments
posted by Goodgrief at 10:03 AM PST - 51 comments
Where to take my grandparents to Lunch in Seattle?
Where can I take my grandparents out to lunch in North Seattle that isn't Marie Callendar's? [more inside]
Find this cartoon?
Where and when was the original cartoon published that is described in the first three sentences of the opening paragraph of this excerpt from a book by Peter Denning? [more inside]
Visa waiver to US - can I visit Canada
If I (a UK citizen) visit the US on a visa waiver, can I cross into Canada and back?
Paperless office drowning in paper receipts!
Other than Neat Receipts can you suggest a solution for archiving receipts in an electronic format? [more inside]
Find me a real dive in LA!
Looking for a serious Dive Bar in Los Angeles. In the Venice, Culver, Santa Monica region. Not an "LA" dive, a real dive please. [more inside]
Shakespeare's plays not in play form
Looking for a website that retells the plots of Shakespeare's plays. Using modern English, in short story form. [more inside]
posted by thisperon at 8:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by thisperon at 8:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Rogers or Bell for cable tv (Cake or death? Death or death?)
Toronto cable tv frustration: should I dump Rogers for Bell? [more inside]
or is it a child's half-remembered, lunatic dream?
In the early 70's there aired a kid's after school program. Simple to identify, right? Course not, this is where you come in. [more inside]
What tune did the French bloke play at Allingham's funeral?
At Henry Allingham's funeral, what branch of the services did the French bugler or trumpet player represent, and what piece did he play? [more inside]
posted by vogel at 8:14 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by vogel at 8:14 AM PST - 13 comments
Should i quit my apprenticeship?
Should i quit my apprenticeship? [more inside]
What are the chances of getting a green card back?
Several years ago a friend willingly surrendered his Permanent Resident Alien card in the United States. Now he wants it back. What are his options? [more inside]
posted by msali at 8:14 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by msali at 8:14 AM PST - 8 comments
When hippies grow up, they turn into ???
What would you call that sweater-loving, Volvo-driving, PBS-donating late 1970s-mid 1980s American culture? [more inside]
posted by oinopaponton at 8:03 AM PST - 83 comments
posted by oinopaponton at 8:03 AM PST - 83 comments
Why don't we eat the leaves off the trees?
Why do we eat leaves from plants that grow on the ground, but not from trees? [more inside]
posted by escabeche at 7:45 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by escabeche at 7:45 AM PST - 29 comments
Watch for a runner?
Can you recommend a watch for a jogger? [more inside]
posted by monkeymadness at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by monkeymadness at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me create order out of electronic chaos
My electronic life is in total chaos - I have multiple copies of word and powerpoint files (usually all with the same name) on four or five different USBs or varying ages, a network drive (in multiple places), a laptop, work pc, and ifolder. I need to sort it all out! Is there any software that can help me find multiple versions of the same file across all these different places, work out which is the most recent and then delete/archive the rest? Going forward, what is the most sensible way to start again with an organised structure for file management and keeping everything synced between various computers (have a mac at home and pc at work)?
posted by janecr at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by janecr at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
How to approach my boyfriend about sensitive sex issue (Long and incredibly NSFW)
I'm trying to figure out a way to approach my boyfriend concerning an issue about our sex life, but I'm having a hard time knowing what to say. For all intents and purposes, we have a fulfilling sex life, however the vast majority of the time he's not able to come inside me. It's been this way for the duration of our 3-year relationship and, though I'm not taking it personally, I'm really beginning to miss a certain level of intimacy that goes along with that particular part of sex. As always, there's... [more inside]
Good funk that isn't disco?
I'm looking for great funk/soul songs that aren't disco. [more inside]
Would I make a neurotic frankenkid?
Should I try to breed out the parts of me I don't like? Or is it ok to make super neurotic kids? [more inside]
Information on the Chinese nuclear power industry
I have to produce a report on the Chinese nuclear power industry. Are there any good resources online to get me started? The focus is mainly on links between the state and business, and risk assessment for interested parties. I can read Mandarin.
posted by tawny at 6:44 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by tawny at 6:44 AM PST - 3 comments
Show me your Vul...Volvo!
This is a question about a 30 year old Volvo and making it awesome. HHO generators, paint, and maintenance included. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 6:43 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by TomMelee at 6:43 AM PST - 17 comments
Recipes for Lychee
I received some lychee as a gift and I'm not sure what to do with them. Can anyone recommend some recipes that use lychee?
Sweating the small stuff, the big stuff and everything in between
Sweat management: help keep me from drowning during an interview. [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 5:53 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 5:53 AM PST - 17 comments
Converting clip-on earrings
Suggestions for converting clip-on earrings into post earrings? [more inside]
Are mix tapes old hat or alive and kicking?
Are mix tapes (Mix CDs, online playlists et al) still relevant? [more inside]
Audio driver problems!
Audio driver needed for Sony Vaio VGN-SX61MN/B model laptop with Windows XP SP3! [more inside]
What are the chances of becoming a Quantitative Analyst in the UK with a PhD in Electronic Engineering?
What are my chances in becoming a Quantitative Analyst in UK, and if they are not too bleak, how to improve them? I realise this is a rather significant career path change, however, as I have been given to understand, many banks and financial institutions in UK do employ PhDs from a wide variety of backgrounds. [more inside]
posted by noztran at 4:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by noztran at 4:49 AM PST - 3 comments
Using netbook as external monitor for laptop
Can I use a netbook as an external monitor for a laptop? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by Charmian at 3:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Charmian at 3:57 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me retro-fy my music
Help me write retro-styled video game music! I've finally found a system that works for me, but its supported music formats are OGG - which is nice, but too heavyweight for the kind of retro feel I want - and MOD/XM, which has definite potential... [more inside]
posted by wanderingmind at 1:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by wanderingmind at 1:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Recent trends in high school marketing and education methods?
What are the trends around the world underlying the most successful (I guess I am talking financially mostly) high schools around the world these days? What are the marketing buzzwords driving the race for students? My old high school is in trouble and I'd like to help if I can. [more inside]
Chongqing - How is the expansion of the metro going?
Anybody in Chongqing? How is the expansion of the metro going? Especially to the Tiandi development? [more inside]
August 16
Google Translate-ing Long Files
Is there any way for Google Translate to process long files? It seems to kick out at around 38K.
Should this SATA to ATAPI setup work?
Should this SATA to PATA/IDE conversion work for a slimline DVD drive in desktop computer when the motherboard is SATA only? [more inside]
posted by clarkie666 at 10:18 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by clarkie666 at 10:18 PM PST - 4 comments
guitar squeaks
What is that squeak that guitars sometimes make, and where can I hear more of it? [more inside]
Please help me identify an unknown wild berry (that I tasted...does that entice you to read more?)
Please help me identify a wild berry in Western Canada? [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 at 9:02 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Kickstart70 at 9:02 PM PST - 7 comments
Early period while on BCP--best choice to minimize the bloodbath
Period starting a week early on Seasonale: your best educated guess about whether I should skip the sugar-pill week or not? [more inside]
How can I ditch my online identity?
I've been trying to "disappear" on the internet for a while now, but every now and then I realize I've linked myself back to something I regret saying online or even online profiles which are benign but still don't want linked to me. What can I do to "lose my identity" online to the point of being completely disjoint from my past? [more inside]
need a new sweet spot
Where can I get a tennis racquet restrung in nyc? [more inside]
posted by minkll at 8:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by minkll at 8:51 PM PST - 4 comments
Suck on my chocolate vinegary balls.
Food science question and recipe request. When making a flavored ganache for truffles, should the flavoring be added to the cream or to the chocolate? [more inside]
Local politics that isn't really local
Which municipal district has the largest constituency? [more inside]
What music video did I watch?
I saw a music video recently with a gigantic white guy and black guy walking around what I think is New York City. The music was hip hop with some pop. Unfortunately those are all the details I can remember. Any ideas?
How does one drive a fake cop car around?
I'm looking to rent a fake cop car for a quick, no-budget film shoot. My question is, how the hell do I transport it without getting pulled over for impersonating an officer or getting similar attention from law enforcement? [more inside]
posted by ambulance blues at 8:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ambulance blues at 8:08 PM PST - 5 comments
CK-THUNK goes the lever of justice
How do I create a value stream map?
Where can I find a good tutorial on value stream mapping? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 7:58 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by lunchbox at 7:58 PM PST - 1 comment
Worth trying to change an organization from within?
An organization which I have belonged to for many years has taken a position which I find abhorrent. Should I withdraw my membership outright or, should I first try to get the organization to reconsider its position? [more inside]
posted by DevilsAdvocate at 7:41 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by DevilsAdvocate at 7:41 PM PST - 14 comments
Finding "hidden" things.
How do you locate the safety deposit box and 401k/IRA of a deceased relative who you've had little contact with lately? [more inside]
posted by joshgates at 7:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by joshgates at 7:37 PM PST - 8 comments
How do I be an ally to the conversationally overpowered?
How do I be an ally to the conversationally overpowered? [more inside]
posted by baxter_ilion at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by baxter_ilion at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
How to reveal my (lack of) faith to my fundamentalist Christian Parents?
I have been struggling for several years how to reconcile Christianity, especially the sect in which I was raised, with the analytic portion of my mind. I realize that I can't. Now the question is, how to broach the subject with my fundamentalist parents, who I am dependent on? [more inside]
Curse you Pepsi!
How do I clean this gunky stuff off my floor? Please save my sanity and help! [more inside]
BRAINNSSSSSS
I feel like a zombie on Lexapro. I have little motivation and the things I used to enjoy doing don't feel as rewarding. On the other hand, it has done wonders for my anxiety. Will this pass? [more inside]
posted by ahrara_ at 6:21 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ahrara_ at 6:21 PM PST - 12 comments
boyfriend is hiding medication- should I worry?
My boyfriend is taking an antidepressant and didn't tell me, and now I'm worried for him and for us. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
Is it still possible to be a renaissance man (or woman)?
I have always greatly admired people who have many careers and jobs in their lifetime. I think I want the same thing myself - so how do I go about it? [more inside]
Is the H1N1 vaccine inherently more dangerous?
Swine flu vaccine question: If I've gotten the seasonal flu vaccine in the past without any complications, does this mean that I don't have to worry about the "Guillain-Barre syndrome" that hit people in 1976? Or will the H1N1 vaccine be formulated differently that the seasonal flu vaccine? This question is prompted by this article... [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 5:40 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by exhilaration at 5:40 PM PST - 7 comments
How can I prove my workplace is making me sick?
I think my work place is causing respiratory problems for me. How do I go about proving it? [more inside]
How do i prove I paid a speeding ticket 3 years ago?
How do i prove I paid a speeding ticket 3 years ago? [more inside]
How to prioritise many urgent / important issues?
Help me prioritise my career / accomodation / other goals - they all appear to be short term! [ideally UK MeFi people]. Anon because contains detailed career / personal issues. [more inside]
Name That French Film!
I'm restarting my Netflix queue, and I can't remember the name of a movie I'd like to see again. A car speeds through a small town on the French coast, hits a small child and drives away before anyone can see what happened. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 4:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 4:43 PM PST - 10 comments
Education tax credit - can we claim it twice for two students?
Can more than one student filing on the same US tax return claim the new American Opportunity Tax Credit? [more inside]
What are the very best tower defense games?
OMIGOD, "Plants vs. Zombies" is fun. Help me find more tower defense games that are as much fun. [more inside]
Where can I find jeans for my tiny yet callipygian frame?
Where can I find jeans for my tiny yet callipygian frame? [more inside]
Google map error could be the death of me
How do you report or fix an error on Google Maps when all the self-fix / reporting error options are unavailable? [more inside]
Letting agents won't let go!
UKRentalfilter: Can my landlord end his agreement with the letting agents if one of two tenants under the current contract wants to stay in the property? [more inside]
posted by freya_lamb at 4:25 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by freya_lamb at 4:25 PM PST - 3 comments
what's so different about them?!
Why is basil considered to be an herb, but spinach is a vegetable? [more inside]
In need of a solid errands bike
Need a budget priced new / used bike for grocery shopping and a bike bag to carry them in - tell me what I need and what brands I should look for. [more inside]
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 4:13 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 4:13 PM PST - 12 comments
What the *?
int *ptr=(int*)2; ...could someone explain the use of the second asterisk? [more inside]posted by run"monty at 4:09 PM PST - 22 comments
Flash gallery without the Flash, or at least without much fuss
Is there a Wordpress-friendly way (with a plugin, or a javascript gallery, or Flash-based gallery, etc) to make a gallery that looks like this site? [more inside]
What's the best way, in 2009, to beat breast cancer?
My wife has breast cancer - the tumor, discovered only last week, is now just under 4 centimetres and it has reached at least one of the lymph nodes - probably caused by the breast biopsy itself, but a metastasis all the same. Please help us decide whether we're doing the right thing. [more inside]
posted by MiguelCardoso at 3:30 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by MiguelCardoso at 3:30 PM PST - 17 comments
Restaurant Gems in Charlotte
Foodiefilter: Looking for restaurant blitzkrieg advice in Charlotte, NC [more inside]
posted by Phineas Rhyne at 3:30 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Phineas Rhyne at 3:30 PM PST - 10 comments
What qualifies as a prexisting condition?
What exactly qualifies as a preexisting condition? Do/did I have one? [more inside]
posted by Tsuga at 3:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Tsuga at 3:29 PM PST - 7 comments
Alternatives to Mechanical Turk
I would like to perform some basic T Shirt related market research. Ideally send a basic survey to a large number of people who will hopefully respond. Funds are limited.
Amazon's Mechanical Turk would be perfect but it is not available in the UK. What are my other options?
posted by errspy at 3:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by errspy at 3:08 PM PST - 7 comments
A priest and his own stolen plates. Folklore?
Have heard a story told to me as a "true" story that someone supposedly has personal knowledge of, but I could swear I've heard this before, either as urban legend, or maybe from the plot of a movie or book. Does anyone recognize this story? [more inside]
posted by leticia at 3:05 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by leticia at 3:05 PM PST - 8 comments
Anyone know an online tool that randomly scrambles the order of sentences in a body of text?
Does anyone know of a free, online program that, for lack of a better phrase, I'll call a random sentence scrambler? I see there are a lot of anagram makers but I want one for about 500 word bodies of text. Theoretically I could paste in the text and it would spit it out with all the words intact, the sentence structure preserved, just arranged into a new sequence. Thanks.
posted by holdenjordahl at 3:04 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by holdenjordahl at 3:04 PM PST - 10 comments
Help us Choose a breed/breeds
What breeds of dog should my husband and I consider getting? [more inside]
posted by Hildegarde at 2:31 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by Hildegarde at 2:31 PM PST - 41 comments
Social Media hard questions
Next semester I am teaching a class on Social Media Marketing. I want to deliver a relevant, high value course, and I am organizing each of the 12 workshops to address hard questions about social media. What questions do you have? [more inside]
bicycle repair - DIY or get an expert?
Should I take my cheap bike in for a professional tune up, or try to do it myself? [more inside]
MD in Washington that specializes in sleep problems
Recommendations for an MD who can help with long-term sleep problems, (SE) WA state [more inside]
20,003 Leagues under the sea, by Jules Verne and Jane Doe?
YANML. is it legal to rewrite a public domain book with a new co-author? [more inside]
posted by Izzmeister at 1:47 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Izzmeister at 1:47 PM PST - 18 comments
Where should I buy my composting worms?
Vermicomposting-filter: while there seem to be a lot of places that sell red wigglers (and other worms like "super jumping reds"?), I'm not sure who is reputable, what's a good price, and what metric I should be looking at. [more inside]
Name of movie where kids lock someone inside during the one safe time to enjoy the outdoors?
What's this movie? Basic plot: children living in a future where it (acid) rains all of the time and cannot go outside except for one rare, short period that it will be clear..... and they lock some child inside the school? [more inside]
How do different cultures consume popular media?
How do different countries of the world consume media (TV, music, movies, etc)? [more inside]
Ubuntu dialup internet snafu
I am having problems getting a dialup internet connection to work under ubuntu 8.04. [more inside]
How can I prevent Amazon from sending me junk with my purchases?
How can I get Amazon UK to quit sending me flyers with my purchases? [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 12:27 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Solomon at 12:27 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me create an RSS feed from a site updated daily
How can I create an RSS feed from a wordpress site that doesn't add new posts, only updates the SAME post every day? Please direct me to online tools I can utilize based on specifics below. [more inside]
posted by Merlin144 at 12:12 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Merlin144 at 12:12 PM PST - 5 comments
Adventures In Babysitting
Hiring-a-nanny-filter: did the interviews, chose the perfect nanny. Then she dropped off the face. Hired someone else. Then the original nanny resurfaced with an excellent explanation. I want the original nanny! What to do? [more inside]
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 12:09 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 12:09 PM PST - 41 comments
How To Raise Two Boys That Aren't Jerks
We're going to have a second boy. Help us get rational about it. [more inside]
I need some more scifi tunes!
What are the best examples of music that is unapologetically science fiction/fantasy ? I love hawkwind(especially 77-79 era), Gary numan, the legendary pink dots, devo, fad gadget and the like. Help me make the perfect sci-fi playlist. [more inside]
How do I remove maple sap from car paintwork?
Outside my house is a maple tree. I'm a lazy bastard who doesn't like to wash the car too often. Now, the car is covered in maple sap, which is ingrained with dirt. How do I get it off? [more inside]
A good mechanic in Gurnee?
Anyone know a good mechanic in or around Gurnee Illinois for a used car pre-sale checkup? [more inside]
posted by bobbyno at 11:41 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by bobbyno at 11:41 AM PST - 2 comments
How can I see a doctor on Sunday?
I'm really quite sick, but my doctors office is closed on Sunday (today). How can I see a doctor today? [more inside]
Sending dirty videos securely
How can I send a dirty video securely? [more inside]
Where to get Hollywood movies in Arabic?
Does anyone know of a company or publisher (ideally in the UK) that sells versions of modern Hollywood movies that have been dubbed into Arabic? [more inside]
Quant Skills And Think Tank Jobs
How important are quantitative research skills for getting a job at a DC think tank? [more inside]
posted by Spurious at 10:39 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Spurious at 10:39 AM PST - 3 comments
I lost my Bookmarks
How and where can I store my enormous collection of bookmarks from Firefox online. My laptop was stolen last week and I mostly don't care, except all of my bookmarks went with it. [more inside]
posted by lee at 10:18 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by lee at 10:18 AM PST - 22 comments
Re-tireing Too Young
I've got some extreme irregular tire wear going on with my trailer and, when in doubt, query the hive mind. [more inside]
Swimming in the Ottawa river?
As an adult, do you still get help from you parents? In your family, what's the cost of money?
Money and family. It gets sticky. Moving towards financial independence, and wondering how other people deal with money and their families. What's the rub? [more inside]
How to groom a dog who behaves like a bucking bronco!
Can anyone please give advice on how to snip a couple matted areas from our rambunctious Newfoundland dog without anybody being hurt? [more inside]
posted by newfers at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by newfers at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
How to clear a portion of my Netflix history?
Can you tell me how to clear the list of recently watched videos on Netflix? [more inside]
posted by shrimpsmalls at 7:56 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by shrimpsmalls at 7:56 AM PST - 6 comments
How can I really tear apart a Joomla template?
Where can I find resources on tearing apart Joomla templates? [more inside]
A better user manual
A better user manual. As a demonstration, I want to rewrite a few poor product user manuals or directions intended for a nontechnical audience. What user manuals or directions have driven you nuts and would benefit from a thorough rewrite?
posted by markcmyers at 6:31 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by markcmyers at 6:31 AM PST - 14 comments
Do you have "Burping Chili Men"?
On the 1980s Nickelodeon childrens' television series Out of Control, one of the running gags involved the host, Dave, searching for his favorite music album: "Burping Chili Men". Did he ever find it before the series ended?
posted by Servo5678 at 6:02 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Servo5678 at 6:02 AM PST - 1 comment
Fun and Game Suggestions for 10 yr olds
A dozen 10-year-old girls and a birthday party. How do I keep them busy? Suggestions for fun games and low-budget diversions. [more inside]
Neanderthals: physically, how different were they really?
Neanderthals: physically, how different were they really? [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 5:48 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by compound eye at 5:48 AM PST - 12 comments
Is there decent Free to Air Digital TV in Canada?
What's the state of Free to Air digital TV in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by generichuman at 5:05 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by generichuman at 5:05 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me figure out this sequence
Ive been tearing my hair out trying to work out a mathematical formula for a sequence of numbers I have. Have a look inside and tell me if you see a pattern. [more inside]
posted by phyle at 4:55 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by phyle at 4:55 AM PST - 18 comments
70th BDay Present Ideas?
70th Birthday Present Ideas Needed! [more inside]
Single man on vacation not seeking wife
I have a week to spend in Queensland (or Nthrn NSW) (I live in Brisbane). I want to chill out and be near beach and rainforest. [more inside]
posted by evil_esto at 3:15 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by evil_esto at 3:15 AM PST - 8 comments
August 15
Operation Scattered Spies:
Help me put this series of "The Spy Five" books in the appropriate reading order for my niece. [more inside]
List of forms of communication?
I'm trying to make an large/exhaustive list of different types of human communication, especially (but not at all limited to) the digital variety. Help me out? [more inside]
Learning to analyze text
Please help me crash-course language and text analysis. [more inside]
Suggestions for starting a small event photography business?
Considering freelance event photography as a sideline. The kind where you take the photos, and then sell them later online. Any advice - including talking me out of this - is appreciated. [more inside]
posted by tkolstee at 8:34 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by tkolstee at 8:34 PM PST - 19 comments
Surf's Up?
I'm going to be surfing on my next vacation and I want to get a jump on practicing. Where can I buy one of those inexpensive mass-produced beginner soft foamy boards in Canada, and worse-case scenario and there are no spots with waves that I can find where I live on Georgian Bay, is it possible to practice popping up just paddling out on the water or do you need to be propelled by a wave for that to work?
Need to convert gold to cash at the best rate.
How can someone sell gold and or jewelry for the best price? [more inside]
Is there anything else I can do for what has turned out to be a very expensive cat?
Are we doing the right things for our cat? [more inside]
Old Chicago novel
Trying to identify a Chicago novel I read way back in the 50s or 60s. It is about a veteran (WWII or Korea) who spends his nights walking the streets of the Near North Side and always ends up in an all night coffee shop peopled by bums, alcoholics, writers and bohemians. Not Algren, Farrell or Studs Terkel. Please help.
How long do mushrooms remain in your system?
How long do magic mushrooms remain in your system? [more inside]
posted by twirlypen at 7:20 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by twirlypen at 7:20 PM PST - 9 comments
Previous polical frauds (people who aren't who they first seem)
Searching for previous political frauds such as not-a-doctor Roxana Mayer. [more inside]
How/why does my brain not work properly?
I have idiopathic epilepsy and I'm trying to understand it better. I suffer from tonic-clonic siezures and I need some help understanding (I know idiopathic means the docs don't know why) what's happening and why. [more inside]
posted by Pseudology at 6:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Pseudology at 6:13 PM PST - 6 comments
Where are the cavalry when you want them?
I'm looking for a short (less than 30 seconds) movie clip illustrating that cliche in western movies when first one then thousands and thousands of indians come over the hill to the dismay of our heroes. Orcs, aliens, zombies or anything else menacing coming over the hill would be fine.
posted by Fiery Jack at 5:09 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Fiery Jack at 5:09 PM PST - 30 comments
US Street Address question
If you have a unit letter in your street address, is it proper for it to go after the street number, or after the street name? [more inside]
posted by gatorbiddy at 4:04 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by gatorbiddy at 4:04 PM PST - 21 comments
Like a pencil, but with longer battery life
My dream device has only one function: you type on it, and it saves your text to be downloaded into a laptop later. It does this for a week without being plugged into the wall. Does it exist? [more inside]
posted by itstheclamsname at 3:59 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by itstheclamsname at 3:59 PM PST - 30 comments
Cheap, portable, legal-to-cross-an-ocean food from TJs
My mother is coming to visit me in Poland from our home in California and has asked me what foods she can bring me from Trader Joe's that are worth her bringing over. I have some ideas, but as I've been away so long (over a year), I want to make sure we land at the intersection of still-in-the-storeness, luggage space allowance, practicality and deliciousness. [more inside]
Help me figure out how to make my wife's 40th birthday party be a unique & special/memorable event for both her & our guests...
Throughing my wife a 40th birthday party... at a bar (in the Tampa Bay area), with our favorite band... we'll have an area for the catered food i'm bringing... but I need some other suggestions on how to make this event particularly special and unique, not only for the 50 or so guests, but also my wife. [more inside]
posted by foodybat at 3:47 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by foodybat at 3:47 PM PST - 6 comments
Bras for dummies?
Hi, my sister is confused about bras. I am female, but I can't help her because my mom wasn't born in America and she doesn't wear bras (her breasts are tiny). I wear Barely There bras. She's looking for suggestions on bras with minimal padding and pretty plain. [more inside]
posted by qmechanic at 3:23 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by qmechanic at 3:23 PM PST - 27 comments
Identify this old episodic flash game
Can anyone identify this flash game? I played it at least 5 years ago, it is episodic (each episode online for a month), beautifully animated, by a French team, set on an island with many locations, populated by a wide range of interesting characters, full of little casual games, available in a number of European languages, and may have been called something beginning with B! [more inside]
posted by Ampa at 2:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Ampa at 2:46 PM PST - 4 comments
Graduate school reference choice
Is your own psychologist a good or bad references for a graduate application (to get into a psychology program)? [more inside]
The tea to water volume ratio divided by temperature minus steeping time
Tea Brewing question. Help me fill in a few missing details for how to brew the perfect cup of tea. Bonus question: should I trust the instructions printed on the box? [more inside]
How to record sound with my camera?
I can't figure out how to record video w/ sound in my Olympus SP-565 UZ camera. [more inside]
posted by dealing away at 1:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dealing away at 1:13 PM PST - 4 comments
Got root? Yes, yes I do.
I want to color my roots quickly, and won't have time/money to see my colorist. She ordinarily uses Goldwell, and I don't want to bother obtaining and then mixing, etc., the professional product for 3/4" of grey. Given the base color and chemical makeup of Goldwell color, what off-the-shelf substitute would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 1:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 1:08 PM PST - 7 comments
I liked the Historian and Club Dumas...now what?
Need some book recommendations. Just finished reading Bram Stoker's Dracula...and am getting through the Historian. In the past I have enjoyed The List of Seven, Club Dumas, The Alienist, Name of the Rose and so forth. So I guess I like the mystery-within-history sort of suspense/horror/thriller. The things I didn't get into were Dan Brown, Ian Pears, and anything having to do with Templars or Mary Magdalene. Can you recommend me your favorites? -- Thanks so much.
I haven't had TV since the first season of Survivor
Help me buy a cheap, flat-screen, non-HDTV? [more inside]
Ding ! Dinner's Ready !
What are your best quick toaster/convection oven recipes? [more inside]
name this song?
What is the song dropped at 1:20?
Oaxaca freak culture?
Tell me something about the hippie / stoner tourist culture in and around Oaxaca, Mexico for a planned writing project. [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb at 11:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Meatbomb at 11:57 AM PST - 13 comments
How can I fix a broken watch?
The little ball thinger (that's the technical term!) fell out of my pocket watch! Why, and what do I do now? [more inside]
Find a Date Tonight Website
I am looking for a web site whose services are available in only a few markets--Chicago was one of them, maybe Atlanta and New York. The site was a dating site, but if I recall the concept, it was a date tonight or date within four hours. Very at random. But not http://www.iamfreetonight.com/. I've tried "sites like" on google but have come up short. Has anyone else seen this site?
posted by tesseract420 at 11:48 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by tesseract420 at 11:48 AM PST - 2 comments
References to books in pill form?
Desperately seeking references to books in pill form. Or liquid form. Or as a tasty spread. [more inside]
Recommendations for watch repair in Houston?
Recommendations for quality watch repair in Houston? [more inside]
posted by arcticseal at 11:25 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by arcticseal at 11:25 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I prevent a cigarette burn from leaving a scar?
How do I prevent a cigarette burn from leaving a scar? [more inside]
posted by washburn at 11:10 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by washburn at 11:10 AM PST - 21 comments
French indie pop/electro?
What's some good, danceable French indie pop/electro? [more inside]
What do I do with a massive amount of cherries?
My husband just came home with 8 bags of cherries - for only $10! Yum! But what should we do with them? Recipes, anyone?
Thanks for hiring me, I quit.
I started working at my current software engineering job in March. People have treated me well and been good to me, but the job is boring and has little chance for growth. Is it too early to apply for internal positions at the same employer (and will people be upset)? [more inside] [more inside]
Help me find a hit-and-run driver!
Can you identify this GM car part? [more inside]
You have 48 hours to say something nice about me.
An eBay seller is threatening to file a complaint against me for not leaving feedback. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by marchismo at 9:46 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by marchismo at 9:46 AM PST - 41 comments
Professional quality product shots from home.
Home photography filter: Tips/tricks on taking/editing professional-looking self-modeled product shots for my clothing web store. [more inside]
Please recommend decent New York Sports Clubs group class instructors
Has anyone had a good experience with any of the group class instructors at New York Sports Club? I am trying to find a Pilates class there, and most of the instructors don't appear to know what they're doing. [more inside]
Should I upgrade my headphones for computer listening?
Are Grado SR 225i headphones worth it for listening to music on my computer? [more inside]
hello new friend
You meet a new acquaintance and would like to pursue their friendship. In the first couple of chats you've discussed work, hobbies, and common friends. What do you discuss next? What are some questions that can provoke interesting answers, and help you get to the heart of this new friend's personality?
Effect of using image backups on installed programs
Ok, so I have a laptop and do image backups. It works great and has come in handy in the past whenever I've experienced a hard disk crash. I'm about to buy a second laptop and intend to restore my image backup onto this new computer, eg so both computers will be identical. Will then synchronize to keep them up-to-date. How will this impact programs I'm using for which I've purchased a single license? For example, Trend Micro or Microsoft programs???
posted by america4 at 8:10 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by america4 at 8:10 AM PST - 10 comments
Business owner getting unemployment?
This weekend I might (finally) give up my business and close it down ... been losing money all year, cash gone, prospects not looking good, etc etc. I'll lay off the 5 employees. And they will all be able to claim unemployment benefits on Tuesday (we're in NJ, USA).
But what about me? [more inside]
Children'sBookFilter: Please help me identify these two young reader novels which I read many years ago.
Children'sBookFilter: Please help me identify these two young reader novels which I read many years ago. [more inside]
posted by dave99 at 7:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by dave99 at 7:18 AM PST - 5 comments
Identify a comedian
Hi, welcome back! We're breaking up!
Is it better to use email to break up with a partner who is traveling, or wait until they get back in a week? [more inside]
Who's my lover?
So, women-who-have-sex-with-women, what do you consider having had sex? [more inside]
Let's not go get drunk.
How can I get my mind off of this girl? Looking for healthy suggestions. [more inside]
Are there more songs like these?
Looking for songs in the musical/strumming vein of DCFC's "I'll Follow you Into the Dark" and Earlimart's "The Little Things". [more inside]
Prestigious Prizes For Photography Pros
Professional photographer types: which photography awards are the most prestigious? [more inside]
What to do in Bogota?
Bogota, Colombia for a week ... any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by fourcheesemac at 5:53 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by fourcheesemac at 5:53 AM PST - 8 comments
Will her Boshiya clash with her freckles?
Some of our favorite friends are being transferred to a company compound in Saudi Arabia. They are unsure what to think. [more inside]
Where can I find this documentary about the voice?
I'm trying to find a DVD/watchable online version of a documentary I saw probably saw about five years or so ago about the history of the voice in popular music. I think it might have been simply called The Voice, and was probably shown on the BBC or Channel 4 (although I think it was American-made). One episode featured harmony groups like the Four Freshmen and the Beach Boys. With such a generic name, Google is failing to help me find any details on this one. Does anybody know what it was actually called, and where I can see this again?
These shoes weren't made for walking.
Are there any durable men's dress shoes that can withstand long distance walks? [more inside]
posted by Mr_Thirdworld at 1:40 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Mr_Thirdworld at 1:40 AM PST - 24 comments
♪ How Hard Can This Be . . .
Licensing music for Guitar Hero-like app [more inside]
Online romance makeing me feel nervous, advice please?
I'm involved in an internet romance that is takeing a major toll on my direction in life and frankly makeing me feel nervous. I need advice in regards to how to be realistic with this relationship. [more inside]
August 14
Half-remembered 1950s coming-of-age film
Moviefilter. A half-remembered movie tickling at the edge of my memory - my Google-fu is falling short. Black & white "coming of age" film, the story follows a group of American guys during the Korean War (?). [more inside]
How do I use the command line?
I am a soon-to-be high school senior interested in Java programming. I bought the Core Java Volume 1 book authored by Sun engineers. I believe I have unzipped, or decompressed, however it's said, the Library Source Code and Documentation using the command line. However, when I look at the folders using the GUI, the folder says it's still zipped. I'm a complete newbie at this who just recently learned about the existence of the command and read a little about how to use it on the internet. Can somebody help me?
posted by bookman117 at 10:16 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by bookman117 at 10:16 PM PST - 23 comments
Request letter help.
How can I go about writing a request letter to local companies asking for donations for an elementary school project? [more inside]
How much is my 37" 720p LCD TV worth?
How much is my used Sharp Aquos LC-37G4U (37" 720p LCD TV) worth? How much would YOU pay for it? [more inside]
posted by greendress at 9:53 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by greendress at 9:53 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me identify where this scene is from! Novel, most likely.
ID-the-scene-source: Someone watches a neighboring woman through a window as the neighbor carefully prepares for her lover to come visit. The lover comes in, gets it done with, leaves, and she cries. [more inside]
posted by NikitaNikita at 9:53 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by NikitaNikita at 9:53 PM PST - 4 comments
Can you help me find this NYTBR letter to the editor?
Please help me find this letter to the editor in the New York Times Book Review that is somewhere between a couple of months and a couple of years old. [more inside]
How do I stop my external hard drives from changing disk IDs when I reboot on OS X?
How do I stop my external hard drives from changing disk IDs when I reboot on OS X? [more inside]
posted by triolus at 8:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by triolus at 8:08 PM PST - 7 comments
Flying witch heads!
Help me identify this weird asian movie featuring a swordsman fighting demon woman whose head flies off, and whose lover hallucinates men in communist uniforms! [more inside]
posted by One Second Before Awakening at 7:56 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by One Second Before Awakening at 7:56 PM PST - 9 comments
Sinead O'Connor "Lullaby for Cain"--similar music?
MusicRecommendation Filter: Help me find music like Sinead O'Connor's "Lullaby for Cain" from The Talented Mr. Ripley. [more inside]
posted by Dukat at 7:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Dukat at 7:44 PM PST - 7 comments
Is a team committed to a pinch hitter substitution, even if the hitter never gets to bat?
In MLB, if a pinch hitter enters the on-deck circle to warm up, but the side is retired before he actually gets up to bat, does the team still have to go through with the substitution? Or can they 'back out'? [more inside]
posted by csimpkins at 7:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by csimpkins at 7:32 PM PST - 8 comments
Law school or family?
My husband is a 1L at a top-ten school, and we have a 16-month-old daughter. I'm a former librarian staying at home for now, taking a couple of classes in the fall. Finals are next week, and he wants me to take care of our daughter full time or take her away altogether. Is this reasonable? Am I being selfish for asking him to help me out an hour a day? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:39 PM PST - 126 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:39 PM PST - 126 comments
Great movie, awesome sunglasses
Where can I find Ryan Gosling's sunglasses in Half Nelson? [more inside]
Costume on Fire
Bizarre question. Where would I get a fabric tested for flammability in NYC on a Saturday? Asking for a friend, I assume it's for a theater production going up tomorrow night!
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:10 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I transfer files quickly from my Mac to my friend's Mac?
How can I transfer files quickly from my Mac to my friend's Mac? [more inside]
posted by ichthuz at 4:56 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by ichthuz at 4:56 PM PST - 18 comments
If only I could bike at my desk...
Where can I pick up strenuous physical labor in DC on an occasional, volunteer, or (extremely) part-time basis? [more inside]
Können Sie ihre Musik, er, stoppen?
I've just moved into a lovely apartment in Frankfurt, Germany, only to discover that my neighbor likes to play loud techno music on his stereo at 1 a.m. I don't speak German. Help? [more inside]
posted by doctorpiorno at 4:39 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by doctorpiorno at 4:39 PM PST - 16 comments
Taxes/licenses required for Nevada company providing consulting services in California?
Taxes/licenses required for Nevada company providing consulting services in California? [more inside]
have you ever got the notion that he's just a bat with wings?
MixTapeFilter: I'm looking for songs about fictional characters, particularly ones from geeky fandoms (comic books, video games, etc.) [more inside]
posted by NoraReed at 4:10 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by NoraReed at 4:10 PM PST - 46 comments
Have to transfer to another university; what program is most like the one I'm transferring in from?
Transferfilter: Have to transfer to another university; will be transferring in as a third-year student. Fellow neurobiology people and other biomedical types on Metafilter, which of these majors ought I declare there? [more inside]
Never a Good Time
RelationshipFilter: I finally realize that I have to break up with my boyfriend. However, the next three months are a terrible, terrible time for him, since he has 3 major exams coming up during that time period, which will have major consequences for his career. I think I can handle waiting until he is in a better position to handle to the shock, but is it the right thing to do? [more inside]
Time for a travel adventure!
My man and I took the bump and have $1600 in AA vouchers. We have to use them before July. Where to go on an adventure? [more inside]
"Like Bob and Me" or "like Bob and I"?
So which sentence is proper English grammar:
"If you eat like Bob and me, you will be healthy."
or
"If you eat like Bob and I, you will be healthy."
posted by 256 at 3:09 PM PST - 74 comments
posted by 256 at 3:09 PM PST - 74 comments
How to say "accuracy" and "precision" in Russian?
How to translate the scientific/statistical English words "accuracy" and "precision" into scientific/statistical Russian? [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis at 3:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ZenMasterThis at 3:00 PM PST - 4 comments
Will a funnel in a river pump water?
PhysicsFilter: The Setup: a 3 meter hose with a 1 millimeter interior diameter is attached to the small end of a funnel with a 1 meter maximum diameter and a 1 millimeter minimum diameter. This assembly is submerged in a "quick-flowing river" with the large end of the funnel facing into the current (so, "on its side"). The free end of the hose is raised 10 centimeters above the top of the funnel and this happens to be above the water level as well.
The Question: Theoretically, will water come out of the raised end of the hose? If so, what is the equation that will let me input the rate of the "quick-flowing river" get the rate of discharge from the free end of the hose? [more inside]
Out, damned spot!
Stop Making Sense: Superfun or Superfraud?
I just watched Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense again. I noticed that in "Found a Job" a cymbal crash occurs, but the drummer, who is clearly visible at that moment, does not hit a crash. What's the deal? [more inside]
Income Tax Question
We live in the state of Alabama. My son is 18 and a full time college student. He is starting a part time job to help with school. He will be making minimum wage and will work 20 or so hours per week. We are filling out his paperwork and came across the "Alabama Dept. of Revenue Employee's Withholding Exemption Certificate"
http://www.ador.state.al.us/Withholding/FA4(01_07).pdf
Would this apply to my son or do we leave it blank?
talk dirty to me.
lexiconFilter: what are some words that sound really gross even as you are saying them? [more inside]
How do a few friends without a lot of resources start a business?
How do a few friends with a talent and a vague idea, but no plan and no money, start a business? Or is this a recipe to disaster and broken friendships? [more inside]
posted by [insert clever name here] at 2:09 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by [insert clever name here] at 2:09 PM PST - 11 comments
WordpressFilter: Thesis, Frugal, or Headway?
I am theme shopping for Wordpress and have pretty much narrowed my choices to Thesis, Frugal and Headway. [more inside]
posted by Gerard Sorme at 2:07 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Gerard Sorme at 2:07 PM PST - 10 comments
Adding Gogle Analytics to Opentapes
I've got a series of Opentape mixes set up (http://opentape.fm/), and would like to add Google Analytics to them. How do I do that?
posted by boombot at 2:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by boombot at 2:04 PM PST - 2 comments
Best partition size for 1tb NTFS drive?
Is there any speed advantage to partitioning a 1 TB hard drive? I plan on using it as an NTFS drive in Windows XP SP3. It's primary purpose will be mass storage for my pictures and media so it will be read a lot. My OS and Program Files reside on another physical drive.
Can I become a minister and perform ceremonies if I am not an U.S. citizen?
I am a 'permanent resident', not an American citizen - can I become ordained as a minister and perform wedding ceremonies? [more inside]
posted by Bearded Dave at 1:56 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Bearded Dave at 1:56 PM PST - 14 comments
No! Not my Gmail and Facebook! How to convince work not to block?
Work is thinking about banning access to Gmail, Facebook, Hotmail and other third-party email and social networking sites. Help me convince them not to? [more inside]
Keyboard cover removal crashed my iBook
Removing silicone keyboard cover crashes iBook. Solution needed. [more inside]
Stargazing in LA (not that kind)
Where to go near Los Angeles for best views of the Perseid meteor shower? [more inside]
What are your favorite two-person games?
What are your favorite games that two people can play? [more inside]
DFW window sign installers?
Can any Mefites recommend a reliable sign company in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area? I need to have vinyl lettering (or whatever the sign-person recommends) installed on a plate-glass, storefront window. I would love for the sign to be Dallas City Code-compliant.
posted by DB Cooper at 12:20 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by DB Cooper at 12:20 PM PST - 1 comment
I have two B's, an S, a A, a C, and an E ... what do I do now?
How do I become a better Scrabble player? [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 12:12 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by anastasiav at 12:12 PM PST - 24 comments
Cars so nice, they traded 'em twice
I see that trading two cars in for one is legal and done fairly often. Does anybody have experience and/or tips with this sort of thing? [more inside]
Odometer/pace calibration?
Where to snowboard and sightsee at Christmas?
Great places worldwide for a two week snowboarding and sightseeing holiday around Christmas time? [more inside]
posted by inflatablekiwi at 12:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by inflatablekiwi at 12:05 PM PST - 7 comments
WHERE ARE THE TRITIUM SPHERES?!?!
Who regularly sells 10-18mm tritium spheres (pictured at bottom), and where can I buy them reliably? [more inside]
posted by Phyltre at 12:03 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Phyltre at 12:03 PM PST - 14 comments
What you call "free AMC access" was invented by guys like me to sell nylons.
I am crazy-excited about Mad Men season 3 airing this week. Unfortunately, my friends and I are frugal New Yorkers who don't get extra channels like AMC. Are there any bars in NYC that play Mad Men where we could actually hear the show? Or are there places where we could rent a TV and a room without going broke? [more inside]
How are they selling these televisions for so cheap??
Why is this online store selling amazing tvs for so cheap? There's gotta be a catch but I don't see it. [more inside]
posted by smeater44 at 11:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by smeater44 at 11:56 AM PST - 9 comments
Learning HTML though examples
What are some good webpages for a HTML beginner to look at for code examples? [more inside]
posted by azpenguin at 11:33 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by azpenguin at 11:33 AM PST - 13 comments
I don't know what this Kids In The Hall sketch is called. Do you?
Help me identify/find this Kids In The Hall sketch! [more inside]
Looking for the best contacts for dry eyes
Should I stick with my current contact lenses, or go with one of two other brands? [more inside]
posted by ishotjr at 11:13 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ishotjr at 11:13 AM PST - 15 comments
Close the card or take the hit?
Should I reject a credit card's rate increase if I cannot pay off the balance right away? [more inside]
posted by dforemsky at 11:10 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by dforemsky at 11:10 AM PST - 13 comments
Shopping for Someone to Shop for Something
How do I shop for an independent health insurance agent in Philadelphia? [more inside]
TV on PC
I've dug through the archives, googled my fingers off, and I'm tired of all the searching. All I want to know if there is a fairly cheap, easy to set up, decently functional media center PC out there to be bought off the shelf. I don't want to do any hacking or tweaking, just want it to work.
Please help me to plan a fun trip in Vancouver for my mom
VancouverFilter: My mom is coming to visit for 2 weeks and I need help planning a fun trip for her! More details inside. [more inside]
Three part question about Hartford CT -- driving there, walking safety, dining/attractions.
Three part question about Hartford CT -- driving there, walking safety, dining/attractions. [more inside]
Wiring up an old radiogram
I found a radiogram on the street. There are two short wires out the back, both stripped about 1/4" bare, and no plug. With regard to polarity, does it matter how I attach a new lead and plug? I'm in the US and will be plugging it in to 110V. [more inside]
posted by carter at 10:25 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by carter at 10:25 AM PST - 12 comments
beginner racquetball in seattle
Where can 2 beginners play racquetball in or near Seattle? [more inside]
How to get social work jobs in Colorado
What is the best way to find Social Work employment in Colorado? What are some different mental health agencies that are hiring? I am trying to move to Colorado by the end of the year and am a licensed social worker. I have started to get my appliations/resume together, but could use any useful information at all that could help me find a job. I guess I am not too interested in the Denver area, but would like to be in the range from Colorado Springs to Grand Junction, and as far down as Durango. I would love to live directly in Gunnison, CO if at all possible...but thats a small town. Thanks...
What's the best theme party you've been to lately?
I try to throw thematic parties once a month (budget: cheap) and was wondering what the best thematic party you've been to was, or what thematic party idea would be one you'd love to go to. [more inside]
posted by melodykramer at 10:04 AM PST - 63 comments
posted by melodykramer at 10:04 AM PST - 63 comments
Winter beach vacations in the USA
Closer USA beach destinations for a winter getaway. Desires: nature, water, good food, kid friendly. [more inside]
Can I sell worthless share certificates to collectors...?
Can I safely / legally sell the old share certificates of companies who changed their name and issued new certificates in a new name? [more inside]
Not an IRA, I know that much.
I want to start a dedicated bank account -- but what specific kind of account? [more inside]
What in my new apartment is making my skin itch?
Am I allergic to my apartment? If not it, what? [more inside]
How can I get to about.com on my computer?
I can't get to about.com or ehow.com on my macbook pro. Please help me figure out why. [more inside]
posted by rtha at 8:41 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by rtha at 8:41 AM PST - 16 comments
I don't want to be homeless :D
How would I go about finding a place to live for just 3 months? [more inside]
The stuff Dreamweaver's are made of
Dreamweaver CS3 on Vista slows to a halt when typing or adding text. [more inside]
Groton...subtle and insidious?
The Groton School motto is "To serve is to rule". What do you think it means in this particular context? [more inside]
posted by quosimosaur at 7:36 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by quosimosaur at 7:36 AM PST - 17 comments
My skills with Word are not as advanced as I thought they were..
[WordProcessingFilter] I need this document formatted a specific way. Bare with me as I try to explain. I don't want the the text beside the date to wrap under the numbers. If it must wrap, I want it to wrap under the first word of the line before it. [more inside]
posted by royalsong at 7:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by royalsong at 7:07 AM PST - 7 comments
Why are formal clothes more likely to be dry-clean-only than casual clothes?
Why are formal clothes more likely to be dry-clean-only than casual clothes? [more inside]
Health insurance only for execs' kids?
Can a company provide health insurance for an executive's dependents
(spouse, kids, etc) but not for other employees' dependents? [more inside]
New recipes for better camp food?
What are some good, healthy bulk recipes (200 people) that I can serve at my camp? [more inside]
posted by rmless at 6:34 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by rmless at 6:34 AM PST - 16 comments
Children's literature in translation
Jules Verne. Hans Christian Anderson. Don Quixote. The Brothers Grimn. Pippi Longstocking. They say that Americans don't read books in translation (only 874 of the 185,000 books published in the US in 2004 were adult literature books translated from other languages, according to this link), but I'm sure that more than 0.4% of my childhood canon was from non-English sources. Help me add to the list! [more inside]
Where to find a black skirt with a zipper slit?
Where can I find a professional-looking longish black skirt with a front or side zipper slit? (for $150 or less, ideally) [more inside]
posted by Knicke at 6:10 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Knicke at 6:10 AM PST - 8 comments
Lightning intensity
Why does lightning hitting the CN Tower give off brighter, more sustained strikes? [more inside]
posted by reformedjerk at 6:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by reformedjerk at 6:10 AM PST - 5 comments
Purple Rain Party Attire
I need fast and easy attire for a Purple Rain party! [more inside]
What percentage of iPhone apps are free or almost free?
How many apps does iTunes sell? What percentage are free or under 99 cents? Where can I get iPhone app numbers? [more inside]
posted by rev- at 5:23 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by rev- at 5:23 AM PST - 3 comments
Mortified and terrified: I got stopped for shoplifting. What to do?
Stopped and fined for shoplifting for the first time. What to do with the confusing letter I received, the non-responding phone #, and the fine. [more inside]
How do you write for your blog?
How do you write for your blog? I'm just starting out and would like to know how others approach writing and editing ...and maybe if there is a secret Bloggers Bible no one's told me about? [more inside]
Nevermind, I don't want to be famous.
I'm an artist who has had the incredible luck to have some work released to a large worldwide audience, and have been excited and pleased to get a large influx of new fans adding me on myspace, and emailing me. It's been great until I came home tonight and logged in -- I'm extremely freaked out by a fan's behavior on myspace. I do not know what to do, or even who to ask about this. I feel like this must sound ridiculous. [more inside]
Do I have to call back?
I found out new information about someone on my auto insurance. To avoid compromising a potential future claim, do I need to inform my insurance company? [more inside]
What's your favorite place to buy artists' canvas in NYC?
What's your favorite place to buy artists' canvas in NYC? [more inside]
Game theory games, in theory
I'm currently reading a book on game theory ("Rock Paper Scissors" by Len Fisher), and am considering putting together a series of a few quick games/demonstrations for when it's my turn to do a weekly motivational/informative session at work. Any ideas? Prisoner's Dilemma, Free Rider, Chicken, etc. [more inside]
Does one 200 watt bulb put out as much or more light than ten 20 watt bulbs?
Does one 200 watt bulb put out as much or more light than ten 20 watt bulbs? [more inside]
posted by leemajors at 2:26 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by leemajors at 2:26 AM PST - 24 comments
Subtle but sweet love stories!
Subtle but sweet love stories! [more inside]
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 2:24 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 2:24 AM PST - 34 comments
it's all good
Any anthropologists, classicists, or world literature historians out there? Looking for stories (from any culture, era, or part of the globe) featuring what we would consider to be moral violations (human sacrifice, incest, slavery etc.), but which the culture or author would have considered morally righteous. [more inside]
August 13
Naked man silhouette t-shirt.
Seeking t-shirt with the silhouette of a naked man. [more inside]
Make me a better student with lower blood pressure
Help me handle/reduce assignment stress while doing uni by correspondence. [more inside]
Ashes to ashes, except when they're not
FictionFilter! I can't believe I'm asking this, but.. here goes: What could you put in an urn that would be mistaken for the ashes of a loved one? Oh god, that looks even worse now that I've actually typed it! Luckily, it's only for a story I'm writing. [more inside]
posted by 2oh1 at 9:21 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by 2oh1 at 9:21 PM PST - 36 comments
Is the Secret Service at work?
Does the Secret Service investigate the vocal and written threats to President Obama that some people have been making at recent town hall meetings? [more inside]
Not a Card-Carrying Member of the Lollipop Guild
Is there some sort of extension I can put on my shower head to make it sit higher on the wall? [more inside]
Scanned contract
Is a contract valid if I only have a scanned version of it? [more inside]
Sing, sing a song, sing out loud, sing out strong!
Teach me how to sing. Before I investigate an actual singing teacher, are there any online tutorials or guides that could help me learn how to sing better? [more inside]
posted by crossoverman at 7:56 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by crossoverman at 7:56 PM PST - 11 comments
Worried about my grandparents.
My grandparents are getting to the age where they need some professional assistance, but they're very resistant to the idea of leaving their home or hiring anyone. How can we convince them that this is an appropriate step at this point in their lives? [more inside]
posted by ripple at 7:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ripple at 7:24 PM PST - 9 comments
How can there be water damage if there was NO WATER??
Wireless provider says my phone has water damage--it never touched water/liquid. What to do next? [more inside]
YANML, FMLA question.
YANML, FMLA question. [more inside]
Reevaluating the big life plan...
Late 20's life planning, do I plan for the family I may never have or do I live my life as if I'll be single forever, unless I just happen to meet someone at which point i reevaluate? [more inside]
[BigLawFilter] Just been no-offered at Nor Cal law firm, on campus interviewing is essentially dead for 3Ls. Experiencing hysterical panic.
[BigLawFilter] Just been no-offered at Nor Cal law firm, on campus interviewing is essentially dead for 3Ls. What to do? This is going to be long I think but I am on the edge of a panic attack. [more inside]
Major privacy violation by health insurance company
My health insurance company accidentally sent me someone else's (extremely) personal and confidential information in the mail. They have no idea if or where my own information may have been sent. What should I do? [more inside]
returning new ipod to apple store with gift receipt
If I have a gift receipt for an ipod I received I was wondering if the Apple store would take it back even if it was opened (but unused?) Do they take a close look and check to make sure everything's there? [more inside]
Over the top?
How do I get better at arm wrestling?
No song titles about noses, septums or breathing, strangely enough.
Deviated septum fixed - but 'new nose' feels damn weird. Advice appreciated. [more inside]
I think I've lost this battle...
OK, I give up - I suppose it's time I joined Facebook... but how do I minimise the damage? [more inside]
Showers at Heaven's Gate?
[Astronomyfilter] A new meteor shower? [more inside]
posted by at the crossroads at 6:38 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by at the crossroads at 6:38 PM PST - 15 comments
Digital camera recommendations for bicyclists?
What is the best digital camera to take on bike rides? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Palomar at 5:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mr. Palomar at 5:50 PM PST - 12 comments
Next time, label DO NOT CRUSH
How do I smooth out creases in a fairly fresh oil painting? [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 4:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by hermitosis at 4:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me recreate Chicken Verde Pizza!
I had the world's most delicious Chicken Verde pizza at Cafe Brasil in Houston last week and want to know what was on it (namely, which herbs). Any Houstonians able to help me out? [more inside]
posted by JannaK at 4:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by JannaK at 4:47 PM PST - 3 comments
MSIM program at the iSchool
Hello,
I am new to mefi but I thought this would be a great place to get some answers about the MSIM graduate program at the UW iSchool. Mainly what type of careers would be open and available to me if I graduated with this type of degree and is it really worth it or would I just be another IT guy lost in the crowd? [more inside]
I can get a toe, what about the shirt?
I shall not rest until I find the shirt donned in the VW "Dudeism" commercial. Without even knowing of the existence of the religion, I have been religiously following everything this suggests and have a feeling this shirt will tie the room together.
Anyone know where I can get the DaVinci shirt of the Dude?
posted by eytanb at 4:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by eytanb at 4:10 PM PST - 7 comments
Why are so many contests limited to the continental United States?
Why are so many contests limited to the continental United States? [more inside]
posted by yesno at 3:49 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by yesno at 3:49 PM PST - 7 comments
Is there a way to speed up the construction of the house next to mine?
Is there a way to speed up the construction of the house next to mine? [more inside]
posted by hellbient at 3:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by hellbient at 3:30 PM PST - 5 comments
How do I clean my Fujitsu scansnap ?
Boxing events in Bay Area, CA
Where can I see professional or amateur boxing and/or fighting in the Bay Area? [more inside]
What do wear under 3/4-length sleeves?
What do you wear under a 3/4-length sleeve jacket? [more inside]
"And I can picture you in heaven with a blunt and a brew"...because I'm going to kill you?
In what was the context was Tupac's "God Bless the Dead" written? [more inside]
Visual database browser?
Is there a visual, gui database browser that would let me select a data field and show value of data field in a different table that is referenced by first data field? [more inside]
posted by rainy at 3:19 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by rainy at 3:19 PM PST - 6 comments
Car Rebate, Part Deux
What Next on Not Receiving Customer Cash-Back Car Rebate? [more inside]
Emotional intelligence and ability to be in a relationship
My bf calls me cold. I am 29 and he is 34. The only other time this has happened to me was when I was a child. My grandmother and aunt (they raised me) used the same word to describe me.
I generally consider myself an emotional person. Not touchy feely or especially warm. But, at any given moment I can laugh about anything or cry about something. I can intuit other peoples moods easily. I am definitely an introvert and would hardly ever choose to spend time with other people if I can be alone. I love to be alone. These days my relationship with my family is pretty good. I see them every couple of weeks. I don’t have friends and I am not social but I do get along with people without any problems. [more inside]
Where is the money?
Like a lot of people at the moment I am unemployed and finding the job hunt to be a bit more difficult than usual. I'm a 3d animator, I was thinking about what my options are and hoping metafilter could offer some advice. People often talk of taking a career change to do something more fullfilling, I think I am the opposite, I want to become more employable. [more inside]
Time as a percentage
If something takes 2 hours to complete and is then re-run and takes only 1 hour ... is that 100% quicker or 50% quicker? [more inside]
Europa Sci-Fi
Looking for fiction and non-fiction about Jupiter's moon Europa. [more inside]
Six strings or four?
I have never managed to properly learn how to play an instrument before. I'd like to be able to accompany myself when I sing, so I'm thinking of getting a ukulele or a guitar. Please help me figure out what I ought to be looking for. [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 2:20 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 2:20 PM PST - 32 comments
How can I play "these old games on my new laptop?
How can I play "Caesar"games III and IV on my new laptop? [more inside]
posted by kudzu at 2:01 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by kudzu at 2:01 PM PST - 20 comments
Looking for data on how parents are helped in europe
Looking for statistics and/or reports about services given by NGOs, private companies and governments to parents, as opposed to services directed to childrens, in european countries. [more inside]
Reporting lost/stolen birth certificates of minors.
What should I do to report a lost or stolen birth certificate of a minor? [more inside]
posted by magnoliasouth at 1:45 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by magnoliasouth at 1:45 PM PST - 7 comments
Recommend a good dive bar in South Bend, Indiana?
Can anyone recommend a good bar in South Bend, Indiana? [more inside]
posted by chinese_fashion at 1:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by chinese_fashion at 1:33 PM PST - 6 comments
Would you guys recommend to buy MOTORS LIQ CO (MTLQQ)?
Can I buy MOTORS LIQ CO (MTLQQ) AKA General Motors stock?
If yes, Would you guys recommend to buy the stock?
Whatever your answer I need to know the reason.
Thank You
I want grass without the fuss
I'm thinking of replacing my lawn with artificial grass or some other thing that doesn't require constant upkeep. I'd like to hear your experiences with such horticultural matters. [more inside]
posted by reenum at 1:31 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by reenum at 1:31 PM PST - 22 comments
Mattress conundrum.
Just bought a new mattress from Sleep Country USA in Seattle, but there is no record of that model anywhere online. What's going on here? [more inside]
posted by halogen at 1:23 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by halogen at 1:23 PM PST - 9 comments
Finish this list: Lovecraft, Jackson, King, Ketchum, Barker, ?
Can you recommend some good modern horror fiction to me? No vampires or zombies, please. [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse at 1:05 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by Bookhouse at 1:05 PM PST - 35 comments
Am I a fool for your love?
Relationship Filter - I have been dating this woman for 7 months and we have hit a big snag... [more inside]
Can I fix my credit history? Should I?
Botched online credit card applications: can I have them removed from my credit history since they were due to an unresponsive website, and does it really matter anyway? [more inside]
posted by ocha-no-mizu at 12:17 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ocha-no-mizu at 12:17 PM PST - 5 comments
Does a hot tub affect chances of implantation?
Trying to conceive: hot tub a no-no? [more inside]
Will drinking aged mint gin kill me?
Friends sent me two in-flight-sized bottles of alcohol: a bottle of "mint gin" and a bottle of vodka. They are of unknown age (probably at least the early 1970s, possibly even older) and most likely American provenance. They appear to be unopened. Can I die/suffer permanent injury from drinking them?
posted by Damn That Television at 11:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Damn That Television at 11:57 AM PST - 10 comments
The City That Confuses The Hell Out Of Me
If you've ever lived in or visited Chicago and had a good time without getting hopelessly lost, you are cordially invited to post in this thread. Needed: an explanation of the grid system, tips and tricks on navigation, and recommendations for how to find the underground music scene, awesome beers, weird things to explore, and the best Chicago-focused blogs. [more inside]
Moments of poetic athleticism
Help me find video clips that capture athleticism at its most poetic. [more inside]
That Gruyère is Too Rich for My Pocket
I made this casserole last night for dinner, and it was quite tasty. I'd like to add it into my regular rotation of suppers, but the gruyère cheese is kind of expensive at my local market. Can you suggest a more pedestrian cheese I can use instead? I guess it would have to be something that was similar in hardness/melting point. (Similarity in taste would be nice, but I realize with supermarket cheeses I can't have everything). [more inside]
posted by bluefly at 11:50 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by bluefly at 11:50 AM PST - 14 comments
The Good and Bad of Living With a Bum Ticker
My father's been diagnosed with stable angina, and he's looking for a little reassurance... [more inside]
No glove...awww, sad, no love...
Can you hook a gal up? I'm looking for recommendations for a good latex-free, powder-free disposable exam glove for safe and very tactile sex. [more inside]
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 11:31 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 11:31 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me repair a few jimmied EXIT signs!
Do 2 or 4 bulbs in a regulation exit sign light up automatically? Ie, are the two outer small bulbs automatic and the two inner 120V/4W jobs there as backup? I'm not an electrician and retailers don't have much (anything) in the way of repair guides..only product order forms. [more inside]
Fonts
I want to convert an image into a font. The application where I want to use this font supports a maximum size of 24 points. But in 24 points, the image is coming very small.
Is there a way I can increase the imaze size or the font area at point 24 ? [more inside]
Can Contacts Replace My Progressive & Computer Glasses?
I'm considering wearing contact lenses again in lieu of eyeglasses to make working with camera viewfinders easier.
I've worn glasses since i was a kid. Got the usual array of problems: Nearsightedness, astigmatism, presbyopia. Currently wear progressive lenses in my glasses. However, I find reading with my progressive lenses is unpleasant, so I usually take them off. I use a separate pair of glasses for computer work.
I was fitted with a test pair of soft monovision lenses last week. They're not going to work. Close vision -- within arm's reach -- is unacceptable.
I told the clinician I wanted contacts to provide vision correction at least as good as my glasses. I want any contacts I wear to work at distance vision, close vision, reading, driving, computer work, etc. She replied that I wouldn't get that with contacts. Is she right?
I really need a lot more butter in my diet
Tell me some simple, delicious recipes that are thickened by a roux. [more inside]
I need a new violin, and I need it to be quiet. Help?
I'm considering a new violin... but I live in an apartment. And I have no intention of performing for anyone but myself. What's the most reasonable violin to get, and how can I best keep from driving my neighbors insane? [more inside]
posted by katillathehun at 11:17 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by katillathehun at 11:17 AM PST - 13 comments
How to build Library Facebook applications?
I'm looking for a guide on developing Facebook Applications, ideally with a Library context in mind. I've read about several examples (e.g. WorldCat and several university based examples). My initial idea is to build a catalogue or article search tool. Other ideas on library Facebook applications are also welcome. I came across a great article on this in the Code4Lib journal but I'm looking for more instructions.
Did you just get way more done when you worked in an office before the Internet?
Did you work in an office before the Internet? What did you do? Also, what was on your desk? [more inside]
Where in VT should I get a wedding band tattoo?
Can anyone recommend a tattoo shop in southern Vermont? Wedding band tattoo advice welcome as well. [more inside]
posted by cmar618 at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by cmar618 at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
See, Boss?
What's the cattle call heard in "The Farmer's Wife"? [more inside]
posted by yalestar at 10:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by yalestar at 10:42 AM PST - 4 comments
Las vegas honeymoon film?
Help me find this film: a couple get married in vegas, and spend there honeymoon there. The new wife then gambles away their savings in a (drunk?) craze. [more inside]
posted by stepheno at 10:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by stepheno at 10:30 AM PST - 11 comments
Any questions not answered in #2 pencil will receive a score of zero
Grammarfilter! Oh my. Is it "X and Y are two side of the same coin" or "X and Y two sides of the same coin"? This was an SAT sample question, and I, a poor girl's tutor, swore that "sides" must be plural in this context. Then the sample test website told me I was wrong, that it's "two side". [more inside]
What am I really worth?
How can I quantify (in dollars) my worth to my company so that I can get raises and perks? [more inside]
living without a Social Insurance Number
Do you live and work without a social insurance number in Canada? [more inside]
posted by figTree at 9:23 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by figTree at 9:23 AM PST - 17 comments
Banding together for broccoli
Are there books or resources for starting a co-operative grocery store in the United States?
How do I stop yawning all the time?
How do I stop yawning all the time? [more inside]
posted by chrisinseoul at 9:11 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by chrisinseoul at 9:11 AM PST - 14 comments
How can I attach legs to a table?
[CarpentryFilter]: What is the best way to (re)attach legs to a table? [more inside]
posted by AAAAAThatsFiveAs at 9:10 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by AAAAAThatsFiveAs at 9:10 AM PST - 10 comments
Girl Power!
What can a group of women do to add some fulfillment to their lives? [more inside]
Could somebody please tell me...just what exactly is the dress code here?
I was invited to a restaurant with a "Smart Casual" dress code and in my attempt to find out what that was I ran across this chart.
I thought it was very clever and helpful and now I'd like to see more graphical representations comparing the various levels of dress codes.
Have you seen any? Or do you know where I can find others?
I wanna make you mine
I have a hand-me-down iphone, which I'm using (for now) mostly as a music player. However, because I'm not the original user, I can't alter the music library, and I'm getting real tired of my mom's Dan Fogelberg and Gordon Lightfoot albums. How do I make the phone and my itunes realize that I am its owner?
posted by Jon_Evil at 8:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Jon_Evil at 8:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Digitizing DV8 tapes
I have a friend who wants to know how to download AV from 8 yr old DV8 tapes to computer via equally ancient Panasonic digicam before their memories turn to dust... Any ideas?
Recommend a Car Power Inverter
I'm looking for recommendations for a power inverter for use in a car on a road trip. [more inside]
Footnote problem
I'm writing in Word for Mac and all of my footnotes have suddenly turned into little boxes. What's going on?
GPS device for DIY maps
A good GPS for DIY cartography -- what do you think? [more inside]
I'm becoming my mother
Online grocery coupons? [more inside]
What will happen with this job?
So, I'm hoping to get pregnant soon. Later on, how will this affect my somewhat physically strenuous job? [more inside]
posted by trillian at 7:19 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by trillian at 7:19 AM PST - 13 comments
Please hope my feets!
Where in Chicago can someone with some foot problems get fitted for good running shoes? [more inside]
Horse riding event with car driving?
Some time ago I remember seeing an event on TV that involved horse riding and car driving in the same event.
Does anyone know about this? [more inside]
posted by markturner at 6:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by markturner at 6:31 AM PST - 5 comments
Most iconic images of a farm?
What do you think the most iconic images of a farm are the twenty first century?
Can I safely, healthily lower my libido?
Can I safely, healthily lower my libido? [more inside]
25 and fabulous?
My 25th birthday is coming up and I've been brainstorming on some projects I can do this upcoming year that I can blog about. Help me come up with some brilliant ideas to keep my 25th year exciting and productive. [more inside]
Dum dum, dum dum, dum dum, dum dum....
Inspired by this question, I am looking for a clean, full copy of the song Powerhouse by Raymond Scott, performed by Carl Stalling, that I can purchase / download. [more inside]
posted by GJSchaller at 5:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by GJSchaller at 5:20 AM PST - 9 comments
Best distance on the asphalt.
Runners: How many miles per week does it take to feel that you're optimizing your physical conditioning? [more inside]
Is there really lasting love at first sight?
How did you know getting engaged impulsively was a good idea? [more inside]
3 Questions about Travelling to Mexico
I am traveling to Mexico with my significant other (who is from Mexico), and I have three questions about our trip! Whats a good website to book flights, where shouldn't I miss seeing and can I buy an engagement ring cheaper there than in Australia? [more inside]
Will S/MIME keep my email private even from me?
What happens to an S/MIME-encrypted email message when the certificate used to encrypt it expires? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 4:59 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by flabdablet at 4:59 AM PST - 5 comments
How to help a friend get over a break up?
Help me get a friend who has the worst malady of all...unrequited love. [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 4:25 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Tarumba at 4:25 AM PST - 15 comments
What is the process that allows for long-lasting non-digital prints onto ceramics?
What is the process that allows for long-lasting non-digital prints onto ceramics? [more inside]
posted by jedrek at 4:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by jedrek at 4:15 AM PST - 4 comments
My husband is transgendered. How do I tell my parents?
My husband will probably be starting hormones and this may eventually lead to gender reassignment surgery. I fully support him, however it goes. There is a lot of advice out there for how transgendered people should tell their partners or parents, but very little for how supportive partners should tell their families. Any advice? (longer story inside) [more inside]
That Boy Needs Therapy
I'm a male in my early twenties who has washed out of college and is looking for a mental health professional of some sort in Northern Virginia. Issues I feel are likely to come up are my (long-ago diagnosed) attention deficit disorder, depression, and some form of OCD - I have a deep and (likely irrational) fear of psychosis and other impairments of cognition. I am deeply wary of psychiatric drugs, and want to work with someone who shares my attitude toward them, but would recommend them as a last resort. So what I'm after is some sort of talk therapy, preferably with a medical doctor (as oppose to "just" a PhD). [more inside]
Find me some car websites - offering profiles, stats etc. Having trouble!
In order to find it if it's worth scratching a new web development itch, I'm looking for some links to websites that relating to cars that offer the following functionality... [more inside]
posted by newformula at 4:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by newformula at 4:03 AM PST - 6 comments
Pest proofing your home
How do I keep my (ground floor, 20 year old) London apartment pest-free? [more inside]
Is there a rat in my kitchen?
Something strange is going on in the kitchen...What has done this to the label on top of my recycle bin? Went to the recycle bin under the sink. in the picture you can see the lid with the label on it. Is it a mouse, a rat....something else?
picture here
No human in the house has done this!
Can a temp make the choice to receive holiday pay immediately in the UK?
Can a temp make the choice to receive holiday pay immediately in the UK? [more inside]
How to quiet my creaking loft bed?
How can I minimize creaking/cracking noises from my new IKEA STORÅ Loft Bed? [more inside]
posted by raygan at 12:30 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by raygan at 12:30 AM PST - 10 comments
I love Jay-Z, but autotune is still alive and well. For now.
What's a good (and not terribly expensive) portable setup for adding AutoTune to live vocals? This would be in NYC, and the world needs to experience AutoTune karaoke. [more inside]
posted by anildash at 12:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by anildash at 12:30 AM PST - 5 comments
August 12
Annoying virus problem
How do I get rid of this annoying virus? [more inside]
Please help me find good examples of short introduction and promotional clips for websites / new web service.
Please help me find examples of short screencasts or short animated films that have been used to promote websites, stores, applications on the web. [more inside]
posted by shalam at 11:46 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by shalam at 11:46 PM PST - 2 comments
One passport, freshly washed
I just put my (non-RFID, US) passport through the laundry. It's soggy, wrinkly, and the cover is no longer stiff, but everything's still legible. I'm planning to travel to Beijing for about a week in October. Do I need to be panicking about getting it replaced?
Moving from LA to London. What do I need to know?
Hi there, My company is transferring me to London at the end of the month and I haven’t had much time to do some essential research. Part of the problem is I don’t even know the right questions to ask, or the right places to go on the web to find the info I need.
Here are a few things that I’d need to know in order to get me started, if anyone is so inclined to lend their knowledge: Apartment, bank, mobile phone, international calls, location, public transit, exemption from US taxes, tying up loose ends in the US. Anything else I may be missing? [more inside]
posted by Danah_78 at 9:22 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Danah_78 at 9:22 PM PST - 17 comments
movie question
Credit check for depositors?
I'm a depositor, and only a depositor, at a bank. What legitimate purpose is there for the bank to run a credit check on me? [more inside]
Help me wire a wireless doorbell switch.
Help me wire a wireless doorbell switch. [more inside]
Scared to death?
What is this story about someone literally scared to death? [more inside]
When can we expect a report from the special prosecutor?
On September 29, 2008, Nora Dannehy was appointed Special Prosecutor by Attorney General Michael Mukasey to direct the criminal probe into the 2006 firings of nine U.S attorneys. According to the Law Blog in the WSJ, she was to turn in her report in 60 days. Obviously that didn't happen. The most recent news I can find is about her interview with Karl Rove on May 15, 2009. Anyone know more than this?
posted by SLOHands at 8:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by SLOHands at 8:04 PM PST - 2 comments
What Should I Tell The Doctor?
Doctor-Filter: I have an appointment scheduled to see a doctor this afternoon about some... sensitive issues. I'm wondering how free I should be with the information I give them, and whether or not certain factors might discourage them from giving me the treatment I feel like I need. [more inside]
cheap air ticket/last minute
How do I find last-minute deep discounts to fly without using the usual well-known sites? Is there a "secret" out there that I don't know? Now that there's no bereavement fares I need to figure out a cheap ticket from NYC to Cincinnati. [Previous metafilter answers may be out of date these days]...Thanks
Comedy sketch about "turning scottish?"
Source of comedy sketch about a patient turning Scottish? [more inside]
posted by brownbat at 7:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by brownbat at 7:23 PM PST - 8 comments
I would make tea at the BBC.
What would be the best route to go after finishing an AS degree? Many questions about New England, and the regular England, rolled into one inside. [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 7:22 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 7:22 PM PST - 13 comments
Renting a House that's for Sale
Renting houses that are on the market for a discounted rate. Good idea? If so, how to do it? [more inside]
How do I restore the formatting in my blog?
I'm using the Hybrid-News blogger template for my blog. After doing some tweaking to the code, I lost the feature I loved the most - the condensed posts on the front page. Any ideas on how to get it back? (more in explaination). [more inside]
Drop and give me 36 (months of consecutive on-time payments)
I'm looking for a financial coach, someone who can help me develop better financial habits. Does such a thing exist? [more inside]
Out of state used car headache
I'm looking into buying a used car, and found a pretty good looking one from a colleague in New Jersey. I live in Brooklyn. How the heck does this work? Parking and title questions follow... [more inside]
posted by zvs at 6:44 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by zvs at 6:44 PM PST - 4 comments
"Old school" money management software or app?
I'm looking for software or an application to help me keep track of my expenditures...but I want to be able to enter those expenditures myself. [more inside]
Logo No Go?
Paging the MeFi Counterfeit Brigade. Two logos are suspiciously similar. How likely is it that the more recent design was copied? [more inside]
Do they make deoderant for the stink of desperation?
I'm pretty sure I stink of desperation when I'm out on dates. Please help me stop doing that. [more inside]
Multi-track looper software?
I'm looking for some sort of multi-track looper software. Something I could use during a live performance to record and play along to multiple tracks. [more inside]
One-stop shop for information on joining the US Military
Is there a central source that will clearly, objectively explain all the different paths through the US military? Enlisting versus ROTC versus other routes to entry, different ways of becoming an officer, different ways to get an education/get your education paid for, the different schools offered within the different branches, what jobs tend to be combat-related and which ones don't, how choosing a career path works, etc? [more inside]
Cash for Flunkers
When will 2010 car models (Nissan, Honda, Toyota) be available this year? [more inside]
Withholding for overseas commision earners
We're starting a US based online T-shirt company that pays sales commisions to designers. In the event that the designer is overseas, do we need to withhold tax? If not, what IRS form do we/they need to fill out?
posted by Dag Maggot at 5:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Dag Maggot at 5:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Duplicate Duplicate Metadata Metadata
Is there some preference or setting I am missing? Why does my metadata in Aperture get overlaid twice? [more inside]
posted by kenbennedy at 5:27 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by kenbennedy at 5:27 PM PST - 3 comments
One pill makes you smaller, and one pill makes you normal...
Is off label use of Beta Blockers for me? Will a doctor I've seen once be willing to prescribe a short supply? [more inside]
Please recommend a female dentist in the Twin Cities area.
Please recommend a gentle female dentist in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. [more inside]
Turntable To Fast
I have a 1970's Panasonic Turntable. I've noticed it runs fast( about 35.25 RPMS). It is motor driven and has been cleaned numerous times. Is it possible that it is just made this way? [more inside]
How to convert a pdf to a wallpaper?
Creating a high resolution jpg/bmp image from a pdf file. [more inside]
posted by sk381 at 4:58 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sk381 at 4:58 PM PST - 6 comments
Should I be worried about my mom?
YANMDfilter: Do these swine-flu-like symptoms require a trip to the emergency room? [more inside]
posted by alon at 4:45 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by alon at 4:45 PM PST - 12 comments
Losing it over losing touch
What are some useful techniques to overcome separation anxiety? Sub-Question: How do you successfully "keep in touch"? [more inside]
pulsus a mortuus equus
I'm looking for a Latin translation of an American colloquialism (knowing that such translations are at best approximations/don't work because the idiom never existed in Latin.) [more inside]
posted by usonian at 4:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by usonian at 4:44 PM PST - 5 comments
Suggestions for a trip to Senegal & Cameroon?
Have you been to Senegal and/or Cameroon? Do you have any tips for super awesome things to see n' do there? [more inside]
posted by Kololo at 4:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Kololo at 4:41 PM PST - 8 comments
In Denver with heavy bags & want drinks
Going to be in Denver for a few hours and want to get a few drinks... [more inside]
Rockin' Mexico
GuitarFilter! I'm going to Mexico in september and i want to buy a guitar. Coming from Germany, are guitars much cheaper there?
I specifically want to buy a Taylor Baby guitar (280 euros in germany), or should i buy a handmade one that mexico is so famous for? :p
Which is better project management certificate program - Bellevue or UW?
Does anyone have any experience with the Project Management certificate programs at either Belleuve College (previously Bellevue Community College) or University of Washington Extension? Any comments on which is the better program? I'm thinking that the Bellevue program would be a better value career-enhancement-wise because of stronger connections to Microsoft and the tech industry in general, but UW is a better commute for me. This is for a person who has over 10 years of experience as a software developer and is looking at a career transition during the economic down time. Good understanding of and integration with Agile/Scrum would be a plus.
posted by matildaben at 3:42 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by matildaben at 3:42 PM PST - 1 comment
Breakfast and ice cream spots near Hotel Andra, Seattle?
I would like to have great breakfast and ice cream in Seattle. Can you help? Nearer to Hotel Andra the better. [more inside]
posted by DakotaPaul at 3:38 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by DakotaPaul at 3:38 PM PST - 21 comments
Looking for clear, straight, plastic (or acrylic) ear piercing retainers.
This is my left ear and this is my right ear. I need help finding a reputable online shop that sells clear, straight, plastic (or acrylic) ear piercing retainers. Please help!
Romantic anniversary dinner in NYC on a grad student budget?
Romantic anniversary dinner in NYC on a grad student budget? [more inside]
SAY MY NAME!
Simple Mefi, simple! I just want to buy a replica of the Orin from the 80's fantasy film The Neverending Story. I'd like a nice one, but at this point.... [more inside]
posted by Bageena at 3:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Bageena at 3:04 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I make a move of my unhealthy mother to San Francisco be successful?
I would like to move my schizoaffective, obese, diabetic, IBS mother to San Francisco from Maryland so I can help manage her health and get her healthy again. What resources should I look into? What problems should I anticipate? [more inside]
I want to turn my Google Docs spreadsheet of a route into something prettier with photos and stats - how to do it easily?
I want to turn my Google Docs spreadsheet of a route into something prettier with photos and stats - how to do it easily? [more inside]
Was it inappropriate for a highway patrolman to ask me to sit in his car?
As a female 22 year old citizen, was it out of line for the male highway patrol officer to ask me to sit in the front seat of his vehicle with him while he filled out an official warning? [more inside]
Hyphenating stepson's last name. Advice?
Looking to do a name change (hyphenate) for my stepson. His biological father is fine with it. Just looking into protocols, possible issues later, best processes. More inside. [more inside]
Happy Birthday! Love, Canada
Birthday surprise from far away - I need help with ideas for a friend in NZ. [more inside]
I want a physical thing, no more, no less
How do I identify and meet women interested in a one night stand? [more inside]
Don't bogart the pot(s)!
Recovering posts from a dead Wordpress blog
Is there an easy way to export Wordpress posts when the admin panel is crashed and I have only command line access? [more inside]
if u live on the road theres a new highway code
My band is going on a national rock tour: what should I know? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue at 2:17 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Potomac Avenue at 2:17 PM PST - 24 comments
Tiny pen needed!
Where can I find a tiny, functional pen, which could fit into a metal case such as this one?
The case is 4 inches by 2.5 with a depth (fatness) of half an inch.
posted by BostonTerrier at 1:58 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by BostonTerrier at 1:58 PM PST - 12 comments
What's the best way to hike the Narrows?
What do you wish you knew before you did the Narrows hike in Zion National Park? [more inside]
posted by lbo at 1:55 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by lbo at 1:55 PM PST - 6 comments
Why Can't I Use an Ear Pick?
Why shouldn't I use Q-tips? Or an ear pick? [more inside]
Time vs money - buy in Canada?
Seattle resident (US Citizen) wants to buy a $900 keyboard amp of Canadian manufacture from Vancouver B.C. music store. How much it would REALLY cost after taxes and customs duties? Store couldn't tell me; getting busy signal from Border Information Service 800 number. GST - about 5%? Additional provincial tax for BC, and if so, how much? Additional customs duties? Would drive up from Seattle and buy in person. Is this insane, or should I just special-order via
Seattle music store and save money (but not time?)
really obscure folk(?)song ID
identify the originating song with these lyrics...
It doesn't matter what you eat
it all turns to meat
eat your neighbor
eat your neighbor, etc... [more inside]
Help me find a CD player
Help me find a portable CD player. [more inside]
Poems of direct address?
What are some good poems to read aloud, that take the form of direct address? [more inside]
A shirt, a shirt, my kingdom for a shirt
Personal Shopper Filter: Help me find an awesome shirt to wear to an awesome concert. [more inside]
posted by derogatorysphinx at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by derogatorysphinx at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
How to be entertaining to teachers?
How can I spice up a presentation on building procedures to a bunch of middle school teachers? [more inside]
The creepier the better!
LovecraftFilter: Let's you and me talk about spooky music. [more inside]
posted by Willie0248 at 12:50 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by Willie0248 at 12:50 PM PST - 46 comments
How to find a chef for a night in Amsterdam?
How can I find a chef/cook in Amsterdam to cook in our apartment one night? [more inside]
posted by davidvan at 12:33 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by davidvan at 12:33 PM PST - 1 comment
Seeing New Zealand in a bit less than a week?
Five days in New Zealand, starting from Christchurch and visiting Wellington somewhere in the middle. How can I narrow down my options for fabulous things to see and do? [more inside]
In need of a Disaster Recovery Template
Does anyone have an outline or template for an IT Disaster Recovery Plan? [more inside]
How to kill grass on a playground?
How to kill grass on a playground? [more inside]
BeautyNerdFilter: Luck with homemade Vitamin C serums?
BeautyNerdFilter: Luck with homemade Vitamin C facial serums? (Chemists welcome!) [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 at 11:40 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by airguitar2 at 11:40 AM PST - 5 comments
Tips for selling a used car myself (USA)
Does the hive mind have tips for selling a used car myself (USA)? [more inside]
Help me change my town's leadership!
I need some help organizing a group of political newbies to help in small-town politics. Degree of difficulty: many potential helpers will not get involved due to fear of media retribution. [more inside]
Classical/dance music crossovers?
I like pop/hip-hop/R&B/dance songs with samples from easily recognized classical pieces but that tie together smoothly (ie. "When I get you alone" by Thicke). I prefer if the end result has a fast-ish tempo. Any suggestions?
Boys like shiny things too!
What are some good engagement ring alternatives/equivalents for a man? [more inside]
posted by Diagonalize at 11:00 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by Diagonalize at 11:00 AM PST - 45 comments
Help Me Figure Out the Legality of Having Beer Labels in a Bar Advertisement
Do print ads for bars/restaurants have to blur the labels on the beers they carry in pictures? Our bar is putting out an ad in a magazine and the picture we're planning on using has a lot of the beers we carry in it. Do we have to censor the labels of beers we carry at our bar for the print ad for any reason? [more inside]
Where to go for a midwest photography trip?
I want to go on a photography weekend trip next month. I'm in Chicago, and want to drive no more than 6-8 hours to a destination. With my preferences (inside) in mind, I'd like advice on where to go. Help? [more inside]
Outlook Mobile not so good.
I would like tips on working well with Outlook Mobile and gmail. My primary concern is getting Outlook to download all messages, not just the inbox. [more inside]
Swapping xbox 360 hard drives...
What is the process like for swapping hard drives in an xbox 360? [more inside]
posted by shmegegge at 10:42 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by shmegegge at 10:42 AM PST - 8 comments
Looking for instrumental "busy" music
I am looking for snazzy, retro-modern sounding instrumental songs evoking busyness or a kind of brisk purposefulness. Two representational examples are Khachaturian's Saber Dance and Koop's Moon Bounce. [more inside]
posted by everichon at 10:40 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by everichon at 10:40 AM PST - 10 comments
Can a head injury make you smarter?
Can a head injury possibly make you more intelligent? [more inside]
posted by Askiba at 10:29 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Askiba at 10:29 AM PST - 20 comments
How can I be the best pee wee soccer coach?
Help me be a good Pee Wee Soccer coach. [more inside]
Do graduate degrees matter in IT Security?
This is a 2 pronged question: Are degrees earned online ever worth it? If they are, are they worth it relative to IT? [more inside]
Help me help them now that she's passed on
My grandmother died this morning. I'm going home to help out the family, but I would like to make a list of things I might not remember before I leave so that we don't forget anything. [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob at 9:41 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Unicorn on the cob at 9:41 AM PST - 23 comments
Argh blargh monopolies
My new rented house used to be a duplex, and it still has two electricity meters. Do we really have to pay two bills every month because of this? [more inside]
Will taking medicine for ADHD prevent me from joining the Air Force?
Will my short history of taking medication for ADHD prevent me from entering the military? [more inside]
How can I duplicate this synth sound in Reason?
What's this synth sound called and how do I make it in Reason? The sound in question begins at :14. [more inside]
posted by neilkod at 9:00 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by neilkod at 9:00 AM PST - 13 comments
Help me stop procrastinating and get my work done!
I cannot seem to stop procrastinating on a work project, and the deadline is looming. I have no doubt that I can get it done if I can just make myself get the work done, but I cannot make myself concentrate and buckle down and get it done! [more inside]
What's that song from "The Shack" commercial?
Looking for the name of a song in a Radio Shack commercial. [more inside]
posted by geekchic at 8:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by geekchic at 8:35 AM PST - 4 comments
Too lazy to google, not too lazy to go to the gym.
Where do I buy gym shoes in the (Chicago) Loop? I trashed my Nikes at Lollapalooza over the weekend, and I don't want to show up to my "Personal Fitness Assessment" tonight with busted kicks. I'm at Monroe & Franklin, so the closer to there the better.
posted by Oktober at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Oktober at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
I think they provide the recruits with coats.
What's a good present for someone going into the Navy? [more inside]
How to refined geocoding of searches
What is the best way of getting data from a search engine in a form that it can be parsed into addresses? The end goal is to geocode it. [more inside]
Bank Accounts are to bankrate.com as Frequent Flyer Miles are to X? Solve for X.
Is there a frequent flyer program comparison website? [more inside]
Shenzhen cost of living
Shenzhen, China cost of living questions. [more inside]
Anti-hipster music?
Can anyone name good or funny songs that hate on hipsters or hipsterdom? Looking to use it in a movie edit. [more inside]
Take cover Arizona! Turnkey low power FM for business info.
Need turn-key low power FM setup for broadcasting business information 1/2 mile or less. Who sells these? What licensing concerns do I need to worry about? [more inside]
don't mourn, organize!
What can I do, while overseas, to help educate about/support/do something about the healthcare debate happening in the US? [more inside]
How to save my Kindle books..
I have a new laptop which has my entire library of itunes on it. Everytime I hook up my ipod, it tells me that my device is linked to a different itunes (the one on my old laptop), and asks if I want to erase the entire contents of the device and replace with the new itunes content. This would be fine, except that I have about 20 books on the kindle app that I don't want to lose [more inside]
posted by newpotato at 6:48 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by newpotato at 6:48 AM PST - 8 comments
Marathon training clerical error
runningfilter: I just found an extra week in my marathon training schedule (because I started a week early)-- help me decide how best to use it. [more inside]
posted by activitystory at 6:41 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by activitystory at 6:41 AM PST - 7 comments
Language in a background check release form – what’s reasonable, and what is… less so?
Language in a background check release form – what’s reasonable, and what is… less so? [more inside]
posted by bmarkey at 6:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bmarkey at 6:30 AM PST - 5 comments
Movie Rental Licensing
How does Licensing work for DVD rental Outfits? [more inside]
posted by Amby72 at 6:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Amby72 at 6:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me entertain my senior Deaf shutterbug in-laws in Toronto
My in-laws from Austin are visiting us in TO for the first time; we moved here a month ago. They are in their late 70s and Deaf. My mom-in-law is up for anything, but dad-in-law can't walk more than a couple of blocks (back problems), doesn't like museums, likes football but not baseball, is not a foodie or a drinker, and loves to take videos. He likes the water and man-made wonders. [more inside]
Sticky Reference Question.
Tough question regarding a professional reference. I worked for a professor, Dr. XYZ, for the past couple of years in grad school as a graduate assistant. Recently, Dr. XYZ enthusiastically agreed to serve as a professional reference for me during my post-grad school job hunt. Problem: did I screw this reference up with a late assignment? [more inside]
Bringing legally prescribed controlled substances through customs in Asia?
Advice on bringing a small quantity of legally prescribed Ritalin (methylphenidate) and other prescriptions for personal use into Japan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, South Korea, and the Philippines? [more inside]
Help me ask for help.
I have a traumatic past and a partner who wants to be supportive, but I don't know how to ask for support! [more inside]
How do I find accountants and financial advisers for my elderly California Mom and her trust?
How do I find accountants and financial advisers for my elderly California Mom and her trust? [more inside]
Gaming in Foreign
Help me identify these Japanese Gameboy Advance games. [more inside]
posted by mippy at 5:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by mippy at 5:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Charity Gifts
How do I give to a charity without a professional fund raiser taking a big bite out of my donation?
That's not a mojito, it's a pesky mosquito!
[End of Summer Drinks Filter]: Scandinavian summer is quickly coming to a close, and I need some great ideas for end of summer cocktails! Looking for new and exciting instead of the usual spirit and mixer stuff.
Thanks follow mefite imbibers for your advice! [more inside]
Identify this early 60s English pop song
"If I say that I love you, and you know it's true" - identify this early 60s English pop song [more inside]
posted by martinrebas at 4:35 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by martinrebas at 4:35 AM PST - 3 comments
It's like being Sandra Bullock in The Net
My girlfriend has had her Facebook account deleted. How can she get it back? [more inside]
posted by almostwitty at 4:23 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by almostwitty at 4:23 AM PST - 4 comments
When has instant access to information saved you?
When has instant access to information saved you? [more inside]
Have you noticed the link outline?
Advice for Town Hall Meetings?
What should someone know before going to a town hall meeting on health care reform? [more inside]
posted by every_one_needs_a_hug_sometimes at 1:43 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by every_one_needs_a_hug_sometimes at 1:43 AM PST - 9 comments
Looking for movies with similar monologues like the one Sigourney Weaver gives in Prayers for Bobby.
Looking for movies with similar monologues like the one Sigourney Weaver gives in Prayers for Bobby. [more inside]
August 11
TAKE
We called this Scrabble variation "Take," but it seems no one else calls it that. What's the most common name? [more inside]
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 11:06 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by NolanRyanHatesMatches at 11:06 PM PST - 19 comments
One-potato, two-potato, delete!
Is there an 'independent' (i.e., using software on a Win-Vista PC) way to determine which music file is of better sound quality? [more inside]
posted by planetthoughtful at 10:32 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by planetthoughtful at 10:32 PM PST - 11 comments
Give a Song a Title
I forgot about the ticket because of all my drinking...
So I probably have a warrant out for my arrest on a very old (3 years ) ticket for possible public consumption, in New York City. I want to take care of this, but what repercussions can I expect? Do I go to the courthouse and turn myself in? Will my fine be exorbitantly higher than the ticket?
Additionally, I need to renew my license in Brooklyn before my upcoming birthday. Would I be able to do this if I do in fact have a bench warrant?
This is my first "I screwed up" question, so please take it easy on me!
Thanks!
posted by apetpsychic at 9:53 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by apetpsychic at 9:53 PM PST - 13 comments
How do I carry my laptop while I'm backpacking?
I'm going backpacking through South America and Southeast Asia for a few months, but I need to work from the road. What's the easiest way to carry my (relatively large) laptop without destroying it? Can I do it without a separate bag?
Bonus points for dSLR tips, too. [more inside]
One (double) shot deal.
Where is to be had the best espresso in San Francisco? [more inside]
Should I acknowledge ex's wedding?
I found out recently that my ex-girlfriend of 3 years is engaged and getting married in less than 2 months. Should I acknowledge it? [more inside]
Recommendations for comprehensive and detailed guitar exercise lesson books/websites/software.
Recommendations for comprehensive and detailed guitar exercise lesson books/websites/software. [more inside]
Survival Simulation Games
Survival simulation video games (not horror)...help me find some. Looking for recommendations on survival games (like Lost in Blue, Sims Castaways, etc.) for the PC. [more inside]
posted by Elminster24 at 8:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Elminster24 at 8:13 PM PST - 7 comments
he sleeps there. i sleep here. sex?
couples sleeping in separate bedrooms: how do you maintain intimacy? [more inside]
I need my html, and i need it NOW!
Are there any free hosting services that will just host a .html page? [more inside]
Getting to know San Francisco
Moving Help: My SO and I are moving to San Francisco in one month, and we do not know much about the neighborhoods. We have found a place we like that is within our price range. Can anyone out there tell us about this neighborhood? Chelsey Avenue and 1st Street, Richmond, CA 94801
No more cholent for Shabbes, please
I hate cholent, and most chamin recipes are just slightly-improved versions of cholent. Given that cooking must begin Friday afternoon, and the food has to be under constant heat until until noon-time Saturday, could you recommend any replacements for Shabbes cholent? [more inside]
Finding a missing wedding ring in a field
I lost my wedding ring playing soccer today. Help me maximize my chance of getting it back with a metal detector, or provide another better idea. [more inside]
posted by Kwine at 6:47 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Kwine at 6:47 PM PST - 19 comments
Experiences purchasing coding services online?
Has anyone had success using freelancing sites to get an iPhone app written? [more inside]
posted by plaidrabbit at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by plaidrabbit at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Is my friend's fiance a domestic abuser? If so, now what?
How can I tell if my friend's fiance is an abuser and if he is, what can I do to help her realize she needs to leave him? [more inside]
Should I do neuroscience or psychology?
I want to research somatic disorders (specifically factitious disorder) or, at the very least, work as a psychologist within a medical context, what undergraduate major should I get? [more inside]
Keeping the morning promise in the evening
For those who have successfully changed their lives from a decade or more of work plus drink minus friends: Apart from meetings and therapy, what did you do to keep from drinking? What did you do with your evenings instead of drinking? Emphasis on the early days of sobriety appreciated.
Find A Website: Funny Community Wiki Site w/ Case Studies of Fictional Occult Objects
The titles for the show "Hotbox" remind me of a wiki-based community site I saw a while ago. Every article on the site is a dry, passive-voice case study of some (usually hilariously dangerous) fictional occult object or person, and the site itself is allegedly run by some giant MIB-style organization. The site has very specific acronyms and vocabulary, and I can't remember any of it except that agents are called agents and there's a running joke about appropriate euphemisms for when they're killed. [more inside]
posted by sixswitch at 6:09 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sixswitch at 6:09 PM PST - 6 comments
Everybody Poops. Except for you, apparently.
Poop (or lack thereof) Filter: Curing someone else's constipation. That someone else is four years old. [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon at 6:05 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by grapefruitmoon at 6:05 PM PST - 29 comments
The art of making people really, really happy?
How does one build one's skills to become a world-class technical evangelist? [more inside]
I get a tingling in my hands and occasional lightheadness when my heart rate goes above 160, usually while working out.
I get a tingling in my hands and occasional lightheadness when my heart rate goes above 160, usually while working out. [you are not a doctor] [more inside]
Planes, trains, and lots of bags; Germany, France, and the UK.
InsaneLast-MinuteEuropeanTravelFilter: How to get one procrastinator and three bags from Berlin to France and England. Read on, it's probably crazier than you think! [more inside]
Finding AOL e-mail
Where does and where did AOL keep its e-mail messages? I have never been an AOL user, so I need to ask those who are or were. [more inside]
Where'd my network card go!?
My computer can't find its NIC, any ideas? [more inside]
posted by Squid Voltaire at 5:33 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Squid Voltaire at 5:33 PM PST - 13 comments
Mind-blowing literature
I like mind-blowing books. Please give me your best suggestions. [more inside]
HELP! Cat has a serious scratching problem-- he scratches his own FACE until it bleeds.
Cat has been wearing a cone on and off for about a year while we've taken him to a series of vets and specialists who -- after plenty of wasted time and dollars as most of these people just shrugged and said they couldn't figure it out -- eventually concluded that Cat suffered from allergies, as well as acne on his chin. [more inside]
Seeking "Hard" Sci-Fi Novel Recommendations
Looking for sci-fi novel recommendations, preferably of the “harder” variety. My two favorite authors are Alastair Reynolds and Vernor Vinge. Some other books & authors that I’ve liked (and a few I’ve disliked) below the fold, to hopefully give a better sense of what I’m looking for. Thanks! [more inside]
Is it possible to create a region in a Dreamweaver template where the *content* repeats?
Is it possible to create a region in a Dreamweaver template where the *content* repeats? [more inside]
Bash scripting problem
Please hope me with a bash scripting problem. Involves: command substitution and word splitting. [more inside]
posted by sbutler at 4:29 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sbutler at 4:29 PM PST - 11 comments
A Happy Life
What are some examples of events that add up to a happy life? [more inside]
posted by beautifulstuff at 4:21 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by beautifulstuff at 4:21 PM PST - 26 comments
Excel can do this, right?
Can I set up an Excel spreadsheet so the user is presented with a series of fields, like a form, instead of having to enter data directly into the cell? [I'm having a hard time even wording this question properly, so I haven't been able to find the answer anywhere. I turn to AskMe. Further explanation follows...] [more inside]
posted by The Deej at 4:21 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by The Deej at 4:21 PM PST - 14 comments
FauxtoshopFilter
PhotoshopFilter: I'm looking for two things - recent photoshopped hoax pictures sent in by someone in the audience that the mainstream media has mistakenly printed or put on TV. Also any tips on detecting photoshopped photos would be appreciated. Even better if someone on the 'net outed them before MSM caught it. [more inside]
posted by mad_little_monkey at 4:17 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by mad_little_monkey at 4:17 PM PST - 16 comments
In-State Tuition in Colorado
Please help me get in-state tuition in Colorado! [more inside]
Vendor for mail-in ballots?
Looking for a California vendor of mail-in ballots for a large organization's annual officer elections, including the possibility of online voting. [more inside]
European railway carriage markings
What do the markings on European railway carriages (example here) mean? [more inside]
posted by acb at 3:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by acb at 3:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Under pressure!
Are there any pressure canners available that are smaller than 16 quarts? If not, are there any pressure *cookers* on the market that can double as a pressure canner? [more inside]
I want to love my Kindle as much as you do.
How do I get the most out of my Kindle? [more inside]
I like Jameson's, isn't that enough?
Can I get an Irish passport? (complications inside) [more inside]
posted by lazywhinerkid at 3:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by lazywhinerkid at 3:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Taming a treacherous staircase
Our new house has a steep steep staircase. What are some ways I can make this feature safer for my family, and especially for our soon-to-be-toddling baby? [more inside]
Best site to run a casual fantasy NFL football league for 2009
What's the best site to host my fantasy NFL football league? [more inside]
Thing 1 calls it "Umbrella Buggly"
How to suggest a place to location scouts?
How to suggest your property to location scouts for film/tv productions etc ? [more inside]
Are swim skirts/tankini top combos practical for swimming?
Is a tankini top + skirted boyshorts combo (like this one) practical and comfortable to swim in? It looks like it would be fine for lounging around poolside, but I want to be able to swim in it. [more inside]
posted by hurdy gurdy girl at 3:14 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by hurdy gurdy girl at 3:14 PM PST - 19 comments
Old Coins & Notes
what can I do/make with foreign coins and banknotes? [more inside]
First Road Trip - Providence to Toronto!
I am planning a road trip from Providence, RI to Toronto and need the hivemind's help! [more inside]
How do I get out of this credit mess?
Credit collection agencies. Should I call and make an offer? Help me get out of this mess. [more inside]
When does occasional contact from a former colleague turn into stalking?
When does occasional contact from a former colleague turn into stalking? What is the best way to handle unwanted communication from a person for whom rejection may cause real emotional hardship? [more inside]
Help! My landlord is trying to scam me!
Help! My landlord is trying to scam me! [more inside]
What is the best way to identify a font?
What is the best way to identify a font? [more inside]
Begone foul 10 bar
What the hell is this? It's floating above all my windows, cannot be clicked, and is not any application in my dock or menu bar. Have you seen this before? [more inside]
posted by cellphone at 2:06 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by cellphone at 2:06 PM PST - 19 comments
How can I forward a call to two cell phones?
My new apartment's buzzer works by dialing a phone number. My girlfriend and I both live in the apartment. We each have cell phones, no land line, and the buzzer will only accept one number. What should we do? [more inside]
Splitting Comcast Internet to 2 routers
Can I split internet from one cable modem to 2 routers or is there better approach for what I am trying to achieve? [more inside]
posted by fx3000 at 1:25 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by fx3000 at 1:25 PM PST - 16 comments
Windows xp lockdown
What's a simple way in windows xp to prevent a user from doing anything but using one program? [more inside]
posted by kraigory at 12:49 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by kraigory at 12:49 PM PST - 30 comments
A Life Less Smartphone-y
Have you ever downgraded from a smartphone to a regular cellphone (even temporarily)? What did you miss? [more inside]
posted by roger ackroyd at 12:47 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by roger ackroyd at 12:47 PM PST - 16 comments
What are these cyllindrical stones?
What kind of stones are these? Perhaps something fossilized? [more inside]
posted by bjrn at 12:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bjrn at 12:01 PM PST - 8 comments
Is coconut milk fattening?
Serious help needed with Excel
Crazy excel help needed... again. Every month I have a monotonous series of tasks to perform in excel and I have exhausted all of the possibilities I know of to make things easier- more details inside. [more inside]
How secure is online backup?
How secure is online backup? I'm looking at Jungle Disk for offsite backup of some important personal files. How secure are sites like this? Is my data more or less secure than, say, my credit card info stored at Amazon.com? [more inside]
posted by griseus at 11:29 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by griseus at 11:29 AM PST - 9 comments
Food is nutrition, not entertainment
How can I change my mindset to think of food as sustinance and not food as entertainment/reward? [more inside]
Is there a site that reviews immersion language schools for adults?
Is there a review site for foreign language immersion classes (Spanish, German or Japanese in particular)? [more inside]
Help me with sending html using squirellmail
I want to send HTML emails using Squirellmail.
I am having a time finding instructions.
Any help here?
How did Future Peter from Heroes get his scar?
When/Where/How does "Future Peter" get his scar in the TV series Heroes? I've watched seasons 1-3 and can't remember any instance/scenario where this could have happened. Season 3 spoilers inside. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 10:22 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by desjardins at 10:22 AM PST - 11 comments
Help me find this game! Thanks.
I'm trying to find a game I played when I was younger. It was on the PSX (I believe), and consisted of switching between different animal bodies to navigate the world. The graphics were cartoonish, and you were a "soul." When you weren't inside a body you looked like a black spider, and if you stayed out too long you would die. [more inside]
posted by biochemist at 9:53 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by biochemist at 9:53 AM PST - 3 comments
Up where the air is clear and less humid.
A thinner atmosphere is needed, help a South Carolinian have a fun weekend in the mountains. [more inside]
Need Lily of the Valley Flowers - end of August
I need to get the flowers of the Lily of the Valley for my wedding at the end of August. Please advise where I can purchase these flowers either in New York or in Maryland. I am also willing to buy this flower online.
Thank you so much!
Identify this movie: stupid cops are stupid
NameThatMovieFilter: a recent, stupid comedy which includes or is about two dumb cops. [more inside]
posted by splice at 9:41 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by splice at 9:41 AM PST - 16 comments
What's on at the fringe
What did you enjoy at the Edinburgh fringe, and in Edinburgh in general, this month? [more inside]
Instant clown car.
Please help me fit three little ones into my car. I need recommendations for some skinny car seats. [more inside]
What's in it for me?
How do I get coworkers to spend quality time with me? I am starting a new gig as a business analyst, and will be trying to convince strangers that they should meet with me to tell me about their jobs, needs, and requirements. After that I have to also get them to review the documentation I will create. What tactics have / would you use to get quality results from people who are busy and don't know you from Adam?
Where can I find out-of-town sports bars in Denver?
Where can I find out-of-town sports bars in Denver? [more inside]
How not to get detained at customs
At what point during the customs process did they decide I was a "red flag" and how do I avoid it happening again? [more inside]
posted by nostrich at 8:35 AM PST - 65 comments
posted by nostrich at 8:35 AM PST - 65 comments
MS Word - Compare and Merge Documents
My company has decided to change our style guidelines to use straight quotes rather than smart quotes. We frequently run document comparisons of revised documents. Is there a way to stop the quotes from showing up as a revision when we compare versions of a document? [more inside]
Where can I come out of my shell with other Turtles fans?
I'm looking for online forums where I can discuss my favorite groups from the late 1960s, especially The Turtles, with other fans. I've looked around but haven't really found any forums that are active.
Help me let my (temporary) boss know that I love my job and want to stay on permanently.
How can I show higher ups at a workplace that I really love it here and want to stay on permanently? [more inside]
(No) Bake Sale
I need to bake something, but it's hot (and getting hotter) and humid, and I don't want to raise the temperature in here any further. Any suggestions for no-bake (or toaster-oven?) treats? [more inside]
mysterious bites every morning i wake up...
Mysterious bites found every morning I wake up. [more inside]
Configurations of Blackberry Desktop Manager
Is it possible to setup BlackBerry Desktop Manager to sync between outlook and the blackberry device, continue to receive mail from personal email accounts via IMAP and POP3 via BIS, and also run the BB Desktop Redirector on my work PC in order to receive corporate email to my device? [more inside]
Best voice+SMS GSM carrier for one month of travel in Europe?
What is the best flat calling rate pan-European GSM SIM card for temporary use? Two people with iPhone 2G (iPhone1,1) quad band unlocked phones will be in Europe for one month. We want voice and SMS only, not GPRS data, and the ability to add credit to either phone by scratch cards... [more inside]
How to deal with flakes at work?
I want a communication escalation algorithm. [more inside]
Hosted Blog or DIY?
My boss would like to start a blog. He already has a domain. We're unsure as to whether to use something like Wordpress to host, or to install it (or Moveable Type?) ourselves. Opinions? [more inside]
posted by heavenstobetsy at 7:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by heavenstobetsy at 7:05 AM PST - 14 comments
How Do I Get Paid For My Podcast?
How should I go about monetizing my podcast in a legitimate and professional manner? [more inside]
Is it wrong for my sister-in-law to date a retarded man?
My sister-in-law has started dating a mildly retarded man. This strikes me as very, very wrong. Am I a bigot, or is this a well-founded concern? [more inside]
All Comics Big And Small And Dangly.
Where The New Comics At?: In addition to my many other hats I may be getting a job reviewing new erotica/sexuality/explicit etc comics in the future. I'd get my pick of any comic/graphic novel to review as long as it includes some element or discussion of sex or sexuality or whatever. The problem is that I have no idea what the new releases are and I can't seem to find a centralized list of upcoming titles with enough description. [more inside]
posted by The Whelk at 6:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by The Whelk at 6:40 AM PST - 8 comments
Save Me From CDs
iPhoneFilter: Can anyone recommend an inexpensive, iPhone-compatible FM transmitter I can use to listen to MP3s in the car? [more inside]
When should I disclose my low sex drive to a potential partner?
I have a low sex drive. When should I bring it up with someone I am dating? [more inside]
Getting help for someone who won't help themselves?
My sister-in-law is sick, threatening, and needs help
So, my wife is the 2nd child, her brother is the youngest and her sister is the eldest.
We have an ongoing situation with her elder sister, that we have no idea what to do about. How do we help someone who steadfastly refuses to do anything that will help herself? How do we get her to get treatment when she treats anything we say as an assault on her independence and her life choices? [more inside]
It's Not About The Glass
Is possible to switch from being a glass half empty person (negative world view) to a glass half full orientation (optimistic world view)? How does it happen? Through therapy? Motivational speakers and goal setting? [more inside]
What options are available for a H1B visa holder to earn money?
What are the options available for a H1B visa holder? Is it legal to earn money online? [more inside]
From a jet-setter to ordinary consumer, what happened?
Having enjoyed my share of jet travel both locally and across the globe for the last couple of decades I was surprised last week on an interstate Qantas flight at the persistent use of the word "customer" in the inflight communications rather than the usual "passenger". [more inside]
What digital video format is best for the technologically impaired?
I am pre-loading some flash drives with promotional material to give away to students. I want to put three videos on the drives, and I want them to be immediately viewable by anyone, regardless of their level of technical ability. What's the best format? [more inside]
Just a few pounds here and there.
How much weight do you put on by, say, drinking 600 mg of Coke/Pepsi a day? [more inside]
Cheapest way from Tokyo to Kumamoto?
Last minute Japan travel: after making an error with timing I need to arrange one-way travel from Tokyo to Kumamoto quite quickly. What are the cheapest options? I have looked into flights and trains (for the 17th of August) and both seem expensive (about £200-£250 a ticket). I am in the UK at the moment. Would it be worth waiting until we arrive in Japan? Perhaps trying to get last minute flights at the airport? [more inside]
Help me find a new hobby!
Rolling Stone: Yay or Nay?
Subscription to Rolling Stone: worth it? [more inside]
Virgin Mobile ate my insurance
I've just been seriously burned by Virgin Mobile - who've reneged on insurance - just wondering what strategies I can use given the situation. [more inside]
posted by a non e mouse at 2:58 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by a non e mouse at 2:58 AM PST - 19 comments
Recommend an online community
Recommend online communities for thought provoking discussion. [more inside]
posted by aTrumpetandaDream at 2:46 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by aTrumpetandaDream at 2:46 AM PST - 15 comments
Embedded Map Alternatives ?
Good looking maps for embedding in web pages with a distinctive look/feel that matches the page it's within (so probably not GoogleMaps/YahooMaps/Bing) ? [more inside]
posted by southof40 at 2:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by southof40 at 2:38 AM PST - 5 comments
Did xmen invent the mutant genre?
Did the original xmen authors invent the mutant genre? Today, "Heroes," and "Push," are stories about mutants with special abilities who are misunderstood by society who fears them. No different really then between Xmen except the lack of costume.
Was this genre completely created by the writers of xmen? Or did it exist in other places that I'm unaware of.
Thanks
Best online school to learn Illustrator 101?
Best online school to learn Illustrator 101? Considering a site called eclasses, but I was wondering if anyone had other recommendations on a good online school for Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
posted by msoffab at 2:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by msoffab at 2:10 AM PST - 5 comments
Not golf, but golf-like.
Please suggest informal, fun activities or settings to help a group of potential collaborators get better acquainted. [more inside]
August 10
Hot or not?
What was the hottest official temperature measured in San Antonio, Texas each year since the 1950s? Today San Antonio had its 45th day of 100+ degree weather this year. I remember years in the 1970s when SA had no 100 degree days at all, but a friend doesn't believe it.
posted by lukemeister at 10:14 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by lukemeister at 10:14 PM PST - 11 comments
Luckily, I'm not a Finance major
How do I fund studies in Australia when I'm not an Australian citizen? [more inside]
posted by lwb at 9:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by lwb at 9:26 PM PST - 12 comments
My shoooooooes!
My expensive ($140!) flats are falling apart after just a few months of wear, and I love them. It is incredibly hard to find flats (my default summer/autumn/spring shoe) that do not give me stabby tendonitis pains in my arches. It is even harder to find cute, plain, black flats that go with everything in my closet. I'd hate to lose them. Can they be saved? [more inside]
Are college math placement tests hard?
How hard are math placement tests for community colleges? [more inside]
posted by greatalleycat at 8:40 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by greatalleycat at 8:40 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me help a good new mom intent on divorce.
Best of friends-- kind person and new mom-- is intent on getting a divorce. As "Angie's List" doesn't have a 'divorce lawyer' section, can anyone recommend a Minneapolis attorney or a system to find one? [more inside]
posted by Arch1 at 8:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Arch1 at 8:20 PM PST - 6 comments
When do you tell someone you've got oral herpes?
When do you tell someone you have HSV1? [more inside]
ID children's book
Looking for the title of a 70's era YA novel about a psychic girl... [more inside]
posted by elmay at 8:00 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by elmay at 8:00 PM PST - 17 comments
Looking for a cheap printer in DC..
I don't own a printer, and don't work in an office - where do I go in the DC area to get some very long (but not fancy) documents printed on the cheap? [more inside]
posted by citron at 7:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by citron at 7:59 PM PST - 9 comments
My PS3 done broke. Should I shell out the cash to repair, or hold off and see what Sony's got up its sleeve?
Broken PS3 - ship it off for repairs or wait and see what the holidays bring? [more inside]
What is this twinge alternating between my chin and thumb?
(YANMD, but) what is this odd twinge that occasionally alternates between two points on my body? [more inside]
EU and US citizen, no passport, considering move to UK - Considerations?
U.S. citizen considering potential move to U.K. within next five years. Has E.U. citizenship but no passport (citizen of Ireland via FBR - can apply for passport). What are the challenges I need to consider? [more inside]
I lost a link to a really interesting article I wanted to read... can YOU help me find it?
I lost a link to a really interesting article I wanted to read... can YOU help me find it? The article was probably on a science blog. It was, more or less, a debunking of arguments in favor of behavioral heritability and the genetic predisposition for certain horrible actions. If not a blog, perhaps it was in a weekly sitting in my therapist's office? [more inside]
posted by mr. remy at 7:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mr. remy at 7:11 PM PST - 5 comments
Advice for a non-believer interested in dating a woman with a solid christian background?
I am quite taken by a very quality woman - one catch.. she has a degree in theology and is saving herself for marrage. It's early to tell, but let's say she's the one for me.. is there even hope? Advice from people in inter-faith relationships? [more inside]
My friend has gone MIA.
My friend has gone MIA, should I just leave her alone? [more inside]
What can I do to help my friend see the good in things?
Help-a-friend-filter: how can I help my glass-half-empty friend be less of a downer? (Details inside) [more inside]
Help me spice up my curries, please!
My Subculture Is Becoming Mainstream, Oh No!
What is a geek? Does the term still have meaning? Recently, I've noticed that large groups of people I'd have never considered to be geeks claim the label as their own, citing interest in things like video games and social networking sites which were once the domain of geeks but have now become entirely mainstream. So, what does it mean to be a geek? If you self-identify as such, why?
What are the farming essentials?
Seeking advice on farming / outdoor gear. [more inside]
Keurig B30 won't brew
Has anyone had any problems with a Keurig (K-cup) B30 coffee maker? My mom's is on the fritz and I'm having difficulty fixing it for her. The water heats up but doesn't make it to the cup. I've googled and no luck.
posted by jsavimbi at 6:21 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jsavimbi at 6:21 PM PST - 9 comments
The doctors won't diagnose his MS (or whatever it is). What can we do?
Would really like to hear from any Mefites who have been through this particular hell.
My partner has been suffering for many years from symptoms that we recently realised are a perfect match for MS. Many members of his family, including his father, have MS, and his problems right now are mirroring those his father had that led to his diagnosis. We did some research and he is a perfect, 100% fit to pretty much every online list of MS symptoms. [more inside]
Portland, OR restaurant recommendations
Looking for Portland, OR restaurant recommendations (I've read the previous posts on this topic). [more inside]
posted by ga$money at 6:17 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by ga$money at 6:17 PM PST - 20 comments
I shouldn't be a jerk but...
Should I be a jerk and blow Dude's cover? [more inside]
Bitten by the New York comedy bug, but out West
Bitten by the New York comedy bug, but I'm out West. [more inside]
kelly clarkson, thine words ring true
How can I learn to stop being so self-reliant? How do I begin to need other people again? [more inside]
Mixed signals from a guy I've been dating..?
I've been dating this guy for a couple of weeks. How do I figure out what's going on...physically? [more inside]
posted by bengalibelle at 6:13 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by bengalibelle at 6:13 PM PST - 28 comments
Help me choose a bike.
Bike filter: which bicycle should I buy for commuter purposes? [more inside]
posted by HabeasCorpus at 6:02 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by HabeasCorpus at 6:02 PM PST - 21 comments
How to get cash-back on credit cards, and other sweet deals?
My first credit card..looking for cash-back (and other sweet deals) [more inside]
posted by idyllhands at 6:00 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by idyllhands at 6:00 PM PST - 12 comments
Know any colors that changed the world?
Can you think of an example of when a color could be said to have "changed the world"? [more inside]
posted by Ziggurat at 5:48 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by Ziggurat at 5:48 PM PST - 32 comments
i love u smartwool!
Super efficient/awesome clothing &/or gadgets that have changed your life? I finally bought a lightweight soft wicking wool undershirt and it's a revelation. I can't believe that it took me so long to realize how much BETTER they are than standard cotton or synthetics. Does anyone else have any similar recommendations?
posted by leotrotsky at 5:31 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by leotrotsky at 5:31 PM PST - 38 comments
Car fuse poor man rig up
How to turn my car's dome light off w/out pulling out the fuse. [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker at 5:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Eiwalker at 5:29 PM PST - 14 comments
Is it OK (consequence-free) for my condo association to delay all roof shingle replacements until January?
Is it OK (consequence-free) for my condo association to delay all roof shingle replacements until January? [more inside]
Red Sea Diving!
Looking for good scuba diving opportunities in the Red Sea! [more inside]
Help me find age appropriate funny Christmas songs!
Looking for a couple of funny, tasteful christmas songs that would likely have the backing track available. [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse at 5:02 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Thrillhouse at 5:02 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me rescue a .QIC backup file?
IT Filter: Anyone know of a resource or protocol for opening .QIC files (Old Windows backup file format) short of finding a machine with Windows 95/98 on it?
Had a laptop stolen and this is the only format in which I still have ALL of my writing from college/grad school.
Any help is appreciated (please no lectures on backing up files... have learned my lesson.)
ties?
In your opinion, what's the best place to buy nice traditional ties (but not necessarily traditional patterns) or modern artistic ties online? Asymmetrical, but tasteful, is nice but not required.
Ideally, I want ties I can wear casually or formally, but one or the other is fine.
I'm spending a week in Tawas City, Mi - what should I see/do near there?
At the end of the month, I'm traveling to Tawas City, Michigan to meet some family. I've never been to Michigan before. I'm hoping some recommendations can be made on local, "must-see" places to hit up. I'm most interested in natural beauty, biking, fishing, and food. Any advice is appreciated!
Part-time live-in nannying
I just accepted a job as a part-time live-in nanny and I'm looking for advice from all parties (nannies, parents and children) who have experienced this situation before. [more inside]
Do bunnies make good tenants?
As a new landlord, what should I consider when a prospective tenant has two litter-box trained bunnies? [more inside]
posted by metahawk at 3:36 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by metahawk at 3:36 PM PST - 23 comments
OMG I'M DYING OF HUNGER FEED ME!
One cat vomits after eating too fast. How to pace her consumption? [more inside]
posted by fatbird at 3:23 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by fatbird at 3:23 PM PST - 30 comments
I really want to work for you, but if that's not going to happen then I really want to go to Europe.
Following up on a second job interview: they said the selection process would be "very quick." It's now been two weeks without hearing back from them. Do I follow up? I'd be happy to be patient, but there's a twist. [more inside]
Firsthand information about endometrial ablation
Please tell me what you know about endometrial ablation as a means of lessening or hopefully stopping my bleeding. (This is a female-parts question.) [more inside]
I love Brooklyn in the summertime
I have a question similar to these two timely threads about what to do in NYC, but with a Brooklyn twist. My family is coming mainly to see yours truly, and we've decided to kick it mainly in my hood, Brooklyn. What should we do? [more inside]
How can I make it go away?
Is bankruptcy the only way to put this foreclosure mess behind me? [more inside]
posted by anony-me at 3:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by anony-me at 3:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Avoiding post show traffic at Comcast Theatre in Hartford?
What is a good parking plan for concerts at Comcast Theatre in Hartford (formerly Meadows)? Is there a way to avoid insane traffic after the show? [more inside]
I'm a bit reluctant to go to bed...
I have bad nightmares... [more inside]
CSE 201 bad teacher
I'm in a CS 201 Java intro class with a not very good teacher, I need a place where I can search for and ask beginner questions, lots of them, like, what is this called and what does it do? ect. public static char [] bar(String [] a)
Thanks everyone
Long-range job hunting
Will I be able to get a job in Boston from San Diego, or would I have to move in order to get serious interviews and, eventually, employment? [more inside]
posted by Aizkolari at 2:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Aizkolari at 2:20 PM PST - 6 comments
For the price of two adapters, I could have just bought new speakers.
Cheap and electronically disinclined: please help me figure out how to use this AC/DC adapter to power my computer speakers. [more inside]
posted by HeroZero at 2:18 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by HeroZero at 2:18 PM PST - 4 comments
Desktop Publishing Software: Advantages and Disadvantages.
What software should be used for creating/designing a leaflet or book? Why? Also, is there an industry standard desktop publishing software? (InDesign, QuarkXPress?) [more inside]
Multilingual job listings required?
Discrimination filter: Must a company which has both an english and a spanish version of its website have job postings in both languages? Details follow. [more inside]
Yellowjacket Protective Suit?
Does anyone have experience with bee-wasp suits? [more inside]
Short notice renting art/party space in San Francisco?
How can I find a small art gallery/event space to rent this upcoming Saturday night in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by dual_action at 1:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dual_action at 1:20 PM PST - 6 comments
How to be young again?
As an 18-year old male I received a free razor from Gillette. Internet digging tells me Gillette uses an outside source to determine men's birthdays, but no one actually knows. There are tons of blog comments, all of which can be summarized as either "Maybe it's Selective Service" or "Yeah, I got one too, X years ago!"
How do I get myself back on the list of 18-year olds for the next razor shipment?
Match-stick and boxing glove hands when I wake-up. What's the condition called?
As I'm waking up sometimes my hands feel as if they're as small as match-heads, compared to my head. Other times it's the inverse -- my hands feel as if they're as large as boxing gloves. The feeling usually goes as soon as I open my eyes. What's this condition called?
posted by humblepigeon at 1:16 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by humblepigeon at 1:16 PM PST - 21 comments
So just how much data does AT&T consider 'unlimited'?
I am in the hospital using the AT&T non-smartphone unlimited data plan like it is going out of style. My only link to the outside, and I have been transferring a lot of data... a LOT of data.
Sooooo.... at what point does Ma Bell flip out, and how does this manifest?
posted by juliewhite at 1:09 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by juliewhite at 1:09 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I find people to play Scrabble in-person?
How do I find people to play Scrabble in-person? [more inside]
posted by iftheaccidentwill at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by iftheaccidentwill at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
Is a uni degree essential?
Should i finish a uni course in a field i dont want a job in? [more inside]
A good quad-band phone for Europe?
What's a good quad-band, GSM, UMTS-compatible, QWERTY-keyboard phone to take to Europe? [more inside]
Books on life in 19th Century Bethnal Green?
I'm looking for interesting and engaging books on life in the area around Brick Lane, Bethnal Green in 19th century London, (bonus points if they focus on the Huguenot silk weavers). Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by chill at 12:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by chill at 12:07 PM PST - 8 comments
Why does the cursor grab my web-page and scroll up (or down) by itself?
Why do windows on my laptop sometimes scroll by themselves, or via touchpad movements? [more inside]
posted by Rash at 12:00 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Rash at 12:00 PM PST - 9 comments
A medical mystery has reached a breaking point.
Since 2001 I have been experiencing an array of progressive medical symptoms with an unexplained origin and have reached the end of my rope. [more inside]
Help me jump start my career across the country
I have a $9000 open-ended scholarship (AmeriCorps education award, actually) and will have several grand in savings at the end of September. How can I use this to fund relocation and a mid-Atlantic coast job search? [more inside]
What do I need to do to store my mountain bike?
I'm fairly new to the mountain bike game and unfortunately I am having to park my mountain bike for three months whilst I work away. Security is not an issue but in general what maintenance and precautions do I need to take, if any, before it goes away?
FYI: I have a 2008 Kona Cinder Cone (linky) and the bike is currently in a reasonably clean state (but not spotless).
recycling a degraded rechargeable battery
Laptop battery recycling: no nearby location will accept mine so far because it's degraded and puffed up. What are my options? [more inside]
A Wonderful Day in the Neighborhood...
Anybody know of a way to get a map that shows neighborhoods instead of just street names? If it helps, I'm looking for the 30062 area code...
posted by richmondparker at 11:19 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by richmondparker at 11:19 AM PST - 11 comments
BiH vs Iran.
I am thinking of attending a Bosnia & Hercegovina - Iran football match in Sarajevo. What should I know first? [more inside]
Changing Lifestyles
The year is 1900, and I earn $2550 annually. What is my life like? [more inside]
posted by wsp at 10:05 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by wsp at 10:05 AM PST - 29 comments
Recommendations for books (and films?) about musicians and their creative process?
Recommendations for music-related books (and films?) like Geoff Emerick's "Here, There and Everywhere"? [more inside]
Buying a new Mountain Bike
[bikefilter] I'm buying a new mountain bike in the near future. Possible candidates are the Santa Cruz Blur LT, Yeti 575 and the Ibis Mojo. Other bikes have the same features and can be had for almost $1k less. Are these bikes worth the difference in price to other less costly bikes? Will I be buying brand? [more inside]
posted by edmz at 8:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by edmz at 8:57 AM PST - 10 comments
Too much time, too much to do.
TemporalFilterRedux: I've got about two weeks (starting today) before my graduate classes kick back up. I have a bunch of things I need to take care of between now and then, in no particular order. I've always had a problem with time management (as previous questions of mine demonstrate), so I'm looking for advice on how to deal with this two week block, and how to make sure that I get everything, and don't just sit around, watching TV. [more inside]
posted by SNWidget at 8:54 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by SNWidget at 8:54 AM PST - 25 comments
What was the song in (500) Days of Summer?
Music in (500) Days of Summer, but not on the soundtrack [more inside]
Where to move in Colorado for a skiing teacher
Moving to Colorado in December. Want to be close to skiing and looking for a job in education. Best location and opportunity? [more inside]
Apple body shape - is the news all bad?
What advantages are there to having an apple shape? [more inside]
posted by terrierhead at 8:27 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by terrierhead at 8:27 AM PST - 25 comments
Canadian National Parks
This is for our Canuck MeFites (or those with knowledge or experience). Please tell me about the Canadian National Park System. [more inside]
posted by netbros at 8:06 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by netbros at 8:06 AM PST - 22 comments
Is it really a baby shower if she opens presents alone?
Multi-continent baby shower! I am trying to host a baby shower for someone in the US, while all of the guests are abroad. I sort of assumed that Skype would be able to do this, but it looks like I won't be able to get video for everyone, just voice (?). What are my best options? [more inside]
Marching Band short subjects?
Marching-band themed short subject (such as a cartoon or PS announcement)? [more inside]
Eclipse (IDE) problems
Looking for help on an Eclipse (IDE) context launching (i.e. Right click + "run as") problem. Basically, this feature has stopped working. [more inside]
posted by NormandyJack at 7:45 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by NormandyJack at 7:45 AM PST - 4 comments
Infrared cruft: Useful or useless?
Came across a Microsoft eHome infrared transceiver (USB) in a pile of cruft my mother-in-law picked up at a garage sale. No accessories, just the transceiver. It works, but what can I do with it? (Or is it junk?) [more inside]
posted by caution live frogs at 7:37 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by caution live frogs at 7:37 AM PST - 3 comments
AtlantaFilter - What should we see?
Atlanta Filter: What should two first-timers do on a weekend trip? [more inside]
Is there such as things as too much dating?
I feel like I am exerting a lot of energy towards dating without much return. I have fun while doing it, but since I rarely meet someone who lasts more than a date or two, it’s starting to feel like an exercise in futility. I have dating quantity, but how do I get quality? [more inside]
Everything's Alright (except their spelling)
Looking for songs about self-reassurance. [more inside]
Its a numbers game afterall ...
How honest should my okcupid profile be? [more inside]
medical conditions that used to be attributed to emotional problems?
What are examples of medical conditions that were once thought (mistakenly) to be caused by
psychological factors?
How to set up an e-mail through a new website?
How to set up an e-mail through a new website? [more inside]
posted by roxie5 at 6:43 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by roxie5 at 6:43 AM PST - 10 comments
Good online workout plans?
I need some recommendations for free online workout programs I can work into my fitness plan! [more inside]
posted by internet!Hannah at 6:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by internet!Hannah at 6:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Zero to HTPC in 700?
Going crazy trying to figure out my HTPC/media server options from scratch. Yes, I've been reading other threads but I'm a unique snowflake so there's [more inside]
Which Super Fan Made the Fan Page?
How can I figure out who the admin is for a Facebook fan page? [more inside]
posted by sjuhawk31 at 5:57 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by sjuhawk31 at 5:57 AM PST - 3 comments
Help us identify this plant!
IdentifyPlantFilter: A new plant has sprung up in my Mother's rock garden this year. She loves it, but had no idea what it is! Can you help us identify it? [more inside]
posted by pghjezebel at 5:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by pghjezebel at 5:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Please help me make school more bearable
How do I learn intimidating material without making myself miserable? [more inside]
Where to?
If you had a dying WoW guild, full of buddies who have been playing together since Tribes 2 as a core with a band of new guys picked up along the way who have squeezed all of the life out of WoW and are looking for something new, in any genre as long as we could have some new experiences hanging out and having fun on vent...what would you suggest? [more inside]
Where can I buy a kiseru in the Osaka area?
Where can I buy a kiseru in the Osaka area tomorrow? (A kiseru is a traditional Japanese smoking pipe.)
I have looked at all kinds of shops and haven't found any. I'd rather not order online. Some people back home want them as souvenirs.
I am staying in Osaka, so I am within easy range of Kobe, Kyoto, Nara, etc.
How strictly is the letter of the law followed in reviewing job applications?
How confidential is confidential when applying for a job with a small pool of colleagues? [more inside]
Replacement UK ID card
I've lost my UK identity card for foreign nationals and was planning to travel in 3 weeks. Is there any way to get a replacement, fast? [more inside]
Tell me about creativity as an external anima, please.
Looking for information about creativity as an external force or spirit (or manna or anything even vaguely similar). Things like the Greek Muses, from any cultures. [more inside]
posted by Cantdosleepy at 3:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Cantdosleepy at 3:33 AM PST - 11 comments
August 9
What can I do with a Master's in math?
I have been attending graduate school in mathematics for the last 3 years, in hopes of getting a Ph.D. It hasn't exactly worked out - I'm taking my Master's and getting out of here. What can I do now? [more inside]
posted by Earl the Polliwog at 11:59 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Earl the Polliwog at 11:59 PM PST - 14 comments
When should I be there with my chair?
I'm going to the Wallflowers concert at L.L. Bean in Freeport, Maine, next Saturday. How early should I get there? [more inside]
posted by Knappster at 11:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Knappster at 11:54 PM PST - 2 comments
What is this worm inside a flat shell?
Google isn't helping me find out what this bug is, mostly because I don't know what on earth to search for! Found in LA, it's a half inch flat greenish grey thing that seems to be a casing or pod, with a tiny red and black worm poking out the end and pulling it along... [more inside]
posted by crabintheocean at 11:47 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by crabintheocean at 11:47 PM PST - 7 comments
Games that work in virtual machines
What games have you played on a windows virtual machine? [more inside]
Recommend a Portable Hard Drive Enclosure?
I've recieved two hard drives for free from my father. I'm thinking I could sell one or both. However, I'm also thinking I could turn it into a portable external hard drive for storing my photos. I need recommendation on enclosures. [more inside]
Need gluten-free, milk-free delicious cookies!
Need gluten-free, milk-free delicious cookies! [more inside]
Cigarettes and bloodwork
If I smoke a cigarette will it affect my bloodwork? [more inside]
posted by j1950 at 10:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by j1950 at 10:04 PM PST - 4 comments
What is the title of this book?
Identify a book for my girlfriend please. Read in the mid 90's maybe had 'children' in the title. Sci-fi novel about children held captive with woman in a castle after being placed with her through a government forced foster system (children are lent out to childless people for one month). They survive nuclear meltdown and years after by being put into suspended animation. [more inside]
posted by Uncle at 9:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Uncle at 9:58 PM PST - 5 comments
Do I need to use the emergency brake when parking a car with a manual transmission?
Do I really need to use the emergency brake when parking my car? [more inside]
posted by Badmichelle at 9:29 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Badmichelle at 9:29 PM PST - 30 comments
Took apart my laptop, now I can't turn it on.
I recently disassembled my father's laptop to clean the heat sink. After reassembly, I'm now having trouble turning it on. [more inside]
I... don't... touch people.
I can't touch people. I just can't. What the hell? [more inside]
If you are married, is it mandatory to say so on your Facebook profile?
If you are married, is it mandatory to say so on your Facebook profile? [more inside]
Will my heating bills go up if I rip out my lowered ceilings?
The previous owner of my house lowered the ceilings to save energy. I hate them. If I take the new ceilings down, will my energy bills go up that much? [more inside]
Why do links to Flickr photos kill my Firefox?
Why do links to Flickr photos kill my Firefox? When someone posts an entry in AskMe that refers to a photo on Flickr, I am forced to copy the link, open IE, and look at the picture from there. [more inside]
posted by Drasher at 7:37 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Drasher at 7:37 PM PST - 6 comments
fully clothed porn lost to the ages
Lost to the internet: A few years ago there was an artist who created porno scenes using fully clothed models. I think i saw it on Mefi, but my search-fu is not strong enough. [more inside]
posted by NGnerd at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by NGnerd at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Kaleidescope Video Plugins?
I'm looking for (free, pref.) plugins for Vegas Video that would allow me to make those funky kaleidescopish transforms of /to video. Any suggestions?
How do I mix organic peanut butter?
How do I mix organic peanut butter without making a godawful mess? [more inside]
posted by The Straightener at 6:48 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by The Straightener at 6:48 PM PST - 26 comments
What's with all these friggin hornets?
Why would there be all these dead & dying hornets in my apartment, after a weekend away? [more inside]
It was a world of tears and ouch. Need it be again?
Nursing mother alumni filter: Question about breast feeding a second baby, when you had trouble breast feeding the first. [more inside]
posted by lottie at 6:11 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by lottie at 6:11 PM PST - 15 comments
Parallel Novels
What's your favorite parallel novel and why?
No libdvdcss? Curse you, Handbrake!
What's the best (free) way to back up DVDs these days? [more inside]
posted by dunkadunc at 5:40 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by dunkadunc at 5:40 PM PST - 10 comments
Disabled parking in Italy
Did somebody shoot my car?
Flight footage needed for art project
Where can I find a 2-5 minutes of aerial POV footage of a plane flying through clouds (as a single shot)? [more inside]
I used to be an artist. No, really.
Has anyone gotten back into a creative field after years in another profession? I'm contemplating this, but it feels an awful lot like jumping off a cliff. How did you do it; what were the pitfalls and successes.
How to be happy as i am
[neurotic teen filter] - Id like to be comfortable with my body again! [more inside]
What's the deal with my throat?
I have been drinking coffee regularly, and red wine occasionally, for 10 years. But over the past 2 months, my throat seems to have developed an intolerance for both. [more inside]
She wants to make great music
What sheet music should my friend buy? She plays clarinet, grade 8. She's completely lost, looking for something jazz or classical.
posted by mooreeasyvibe at 4:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mooreeasyvibe at 4:21 PM PST - 6 comments
Where to go in Bellevue, Washington and Surrounding Eastside?
Looking for Local happenings blogs like Seattlest and company, but for the Eastside. Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Bothell, Renton, Woodenville and the surrounding areas [more inside]
posted by Redmond Cooper at 4:21 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Redmond Cooper at 4:21 PM PST - 5 comments
Lord of the Flies
Our house has recently been overrun by an inordinate amount of houseflies. Please help! [more inside]
"Liberal" Media: Y/N?
[PoliticsFilter] Is there any validity to the assertion that the US media is, in fact, biased toward the liberal viewpoint? [more inside]
Cooking Diary?
Where can I buy a notebook/journal intended to let me record the meals I cook? [more inside]
Help save my puppy from my bullying cat
New female puppy and a larger, older male cat, please help us keep him from eating her! (more inside) [more inside]
Why did WinFS fail?
My brakes make a weird noise. What's the deal?
[Autofilter] My brakes make a grinding sound when I first start driving. After I use the brakes several times, usually after 5-10 minutes of driving (sometimes more), they're back to normal. In addition to the grinding sound, it's much harder to push down on the brake- this also disappears after using my brakes enough. What's up? [more inside]
posted by spaltavian at 1:44 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by spaltavian at 1:44 PM PST - 17 comments
Printing custom ribbon?
What technique and supplies are used to print on cotton tape/ribbon? [more inside]
Wherefore art thou, iPhone reception?
I have an iPhone and AT&T and no reception at my house. What are my options? [more inside]
Internet Woes
[ComputerFilter] Newly installed programs and updated programs can't connect to the internet. Any ideas? (Vista Home Premium) [more inside]
posted by Geppp at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Geppp at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
Looking for adventure with decent Internet: Where?
I want to spend 2-3 months living like an internet-using local in Latin America, Asia, or Africa. What are your favorite spots for short-term living? [more inside]
Wordpress Theme
I really like the theme used at wordpress.org. This is the theme that Wordpress the company uses. Can someone point to an exact replica or a theme that closely mimics the look of this site: http://codex.wordpress.org/Main_Page Thank in advance!!
Help me find a reprint of Saul Steinberg's Help me find a reprint of Saul Steinberg's New Yorker poster
Help me find a reprint of Saul Steinberg's 1976 New Yorker poster, if such a thing exists. This is my awesome birthday gift idea for my husband... but I can't afford an original, which sell on fleabay for $200ish. I'm in the UK right now but will be moving to NYC in September, so a store there or online place would be great.
posted by hibbersk at 12:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by hibbersk at 12:50 PM PST - 11 comments
Turn on, tune in, log out?
Webdev filter: What tools can I use to avoid developing a registration/log-in feature from scratch? [more inside]
posted by telegraph at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by telegraph at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me identify this sushi smoky, potentially Mexican-inspited, hot sauce
Help me identify this terrific hot sauce my local sushi bar offers. What makes it unusual is that it is not creamy, much darker than sriracha, has a thick marmalade consistency, and has this deep sweet, slightly smoky flavor, while still being hot. And in it are darker tiny bits of somewhat grainy/crunchy red specs.
Also, I definitely see some sort of oil as part of the mixture (you can see the oil in the crevice under the top in the linked pic above).
I frequent sushi places and have not found another place that carries this.
One thing that occurred to me: The head chef at this place is of Mexican decent - so there is a chance he created/brought in with him something from Mexican cuisine that I am not familiar with - not sure if that helps anyone. Would love to figure out what it is and be able to but containers/make some of my own!
Mac freeware for PDF Markups?
MacFilter: Anyone know of a free way to add markups and comments to PDF files in OS X? [more inside]
posted by el_lupino at 11:39 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by el_lupino at 11:39 AM PST - 8 comments
Timberrrrrr!
What should I look for in a tree trimming company? Anyone have good / bad experiences with specific Seattle-area companies? [more inside]
posted by jeffamaphone at 11:29 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jeffamaphone at 11:29 AM PST - 7 comments
how to foil emboss paper at home?
I want to create some foil embossed thing on paper. This is the sort of thing I mean. I have an embossing stamper that will create the raised effect on the paper, but how can I create the foil effect at home, without special equipment? I have seen foil sheets for sale, but have never purchased them because I am not sure what to do with them. Any ideas or advice would be appreciated, even if you know, deep down, that only a professional printer can make these things look professional. I really want to try to do this at home.
The first hit is free
I finally found a flash game that my gaming-averse partner likes (William and Sly)! Help me find more like it. [more inside]
posted by hayvac at 10:12 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by hayvac at 10:12 AM PST - 17 comments
Poor Zoe. :(
I know you are not a vet. But is there any way to cure a dog's ear infections without antibiotics and a trip to the vet? [more inside]
Altoids Like Tin?
Can I work in IP?
[LawFilter]Should I not indicate to employers that I'm interested in Intellectual property? [more inside]
posted by Kifer85 at 9:51 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Kifer85 at 9:51 AM PST - 8 comments
Picking a pilates studio?
How do you choose a good pilates studio? I'm a total pilates beginner; what should I be looking for in a studio? Or, if you're in Toronto, do you know a good pilates studio in or near the Annex? [more inside]
posted by iona at 9:46 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by iona at 9:46 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can I find temporary wifi office space in Philly?
Monday morning I need access to a quiet location in Philadelphia (best: in Chestnut Hill or Mt Airy area) with inexpensive WiFi. Difficulty: I, myself, will not be quiet. [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 9:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 9:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Gothenburg - Sweden travel tips
Suggestions for things to do, places to visit/stay/eat and general tips from Gothenburg to Stockholm. [more inside]
In space no one can here you scream, he wrote
What's the best literary equivalent of Alien/Aliens? [more inside]
Recommendations for tall indoor tree?
I am looking for recommendations for a tall indoor tree--6-7 feet-
-I have very high cathedral ceilings in my family room, and just bought a large leather sectional couch. I realized that the couch now dwarfs the plant I currently have--I would like a tall indoor tree to balance the whole look. Help me hive mind! I don't have a clue what to look for, and my google fu is not helping me
Would like to learn something about this painting
Help Really Cool Nonprofit Reptile Park Not Have Unusably Sucky Web Site
Hideously incompetent webmaster volunteer dies, leaving awesome but destitute nonprofit reptile park with a blacklisted, non-updatable web site. Management is all-consumed by the task of feeding and caring for 300 huge crocodiles and running around the country to rescue others, so it falls on the rest of us to bring their web site, a simmering pile of alligator squat, back to some point of usability. But how the heck to proceed without drowning in crocodile tears? [more inside]
posted by jimmyjimjim at 7:46 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by jimmyjimjim at 7:46 AM PST - 33 comments
Art sleuth needed
Do you recognize the photographer/artist whose work is hanging in this dining room?
posted by B-squared at 7:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by B-squared at 7:26 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for unsolved "real" paranormal stories.
What are some (non-Roswell) examples of unsolved "paranormal phenomena"? [more inside]
He Took the Money and Ran
What to do about an Outlaw Agent? [more inside]
Trademark
Trademark issues [more inside]
What's the best way to remove wallpaper from plaster walls?
I'll be spending this coming weekend removing possibly several layers of painted-over wallpaper from 70-year-old plaster walls in my new house. Got any tips, tricks, secrets, or advice? [more inside]
How to deal with cutting a valued worker's hours
The higher-ups want us to cut a worker's hours by 12 (28 hours a week). No amount of reasoning will change their mind, so how do we handle this situation? [more inside]
Unlock iPhone with busted power button?
Is there any way to jailbreak / unlock a 2G iPhone that has a busted power button? [more inside]
travel to dagestan issues
US citizen wanting to travel to dagestan. What are the hurdles and problems I will face? [more inside]
posted by saraindc at 4:12 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by saraindc at 4:12 AM PST - 6 comments
webcam street watch?
Webcam server for dummies? A bunch us folks on a street here want to set up a few webcams aimed at the street that everyone here can view. Is there a 'youtube' (or bambuser.com / qik.com) for webcams specifically? [more inside]
posted by dabitch at 1:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by dabitch at 1:11 AM PST - 13 comments
August 8
So much for the car and vacation
I was in a pretty crappy head-on collision with another car tonight. Advice on what to do? [more inside]
posted by icarus at 11:22 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by icarus at 11:22 PM PST - 33 comments
More New York in the 30s questions
Some more 30s New York questions: Would a police detectve in 1930s New York be a uniformed or a nonuniformed role? In the 30s would there be such a thing as plainsclothes police outside of the feds? Are there any years in the 30s in which the New York summer was particularly hot? And, just to be totally random, what popular newspapers in New York in the 30s would have been giving favourable coverage to Hitler, and when would he have started being front page news?
posted by Artw at 10:45 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Artw at 10:45 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I fix my friends kitchen stove issue?
Kitchen appliances: What remedies do you have when an appliance purchase and installation goes wrong? [more inside]
Need Good Christian DVD for five year old.
What is a good Bible Based DVD or movie that I can offer to my five year old daughter. I want her to get more knowledgable about the bible, but at her age, I'm not looking for a lot of blood or violence. Also, she asks me a lot why there are not girls in the stories. So maybe you know of a good movie that has Mary or Ruth in it? I want her to learn, but I need it to be age appropriate. She likes animation or live people. Thanks,
Lynnie-the-pooh
Shall we grab our ankles now?
New car buying hell. Are we the only ones being told that the Toyota Prius price is MSRP PLUS expensive add-on premiums to cover their gouging? [more inside]
Capturing TV closed captions
I'm looking for software that will let me capture programs with the closed captions intact. Does anybody know of anything? I have a Pinnacle PCTV HD Pro Stick tv tuner.
Designing costumes on the Computer
Any recommendations for clothing design software? I'm always scared to download software because I'm afraid it will a virus or something bad. [more inside]
posted by silkygreenbelly at 9:08 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by silkygreenbelly at 9:08 PM PST - 2 comments
So, I'm thinking of becoming a spinster...
Yet another "giving up on dating forever" question. [more inside]
Help me before I slap someone.
New faculty department chair needs help. [more inside]
Which recording of "Cup of Loneliness" is used in the closing credits of Mad Men 2.12?
Which recording of "Cup of Loneliness" is used at the end of Mad Men season 2 episode 12, "The Mountain King", and where can I get it? [more inside]
posted by teem at 8:11 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by teem at 8:11 PM PST - 3 comments
Looking for a smoketree
This indecision's bugging me....
I've got some doubts about our current SoCal real estate agent. At first, there didn't seem to be a problem. But recent events have made me wonder if we're wasting his time. [more inside]
What is a good place to learn how to dance in New York City?
What is a good place to learn how to dance in New York City? [more inside]
Does PC software exist that can compare the contents of 2 computer folders that each consist of tens of thousands of individual mp3 files, in order to find discrepancies between the two folders?
I have two drives, and each folder has some overlapping music, some music that isn't in the other folder, and some corrupted files (due to fire damage), which is why I cannot just merge the two together and let the duplicates of one overwrite the other - I don't want to overwrite a 'good' song with a corrupted, unplayable version. [more inside]
posted by kristin at 7:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kristin at 7:41 PM PST - 8 comments
Delicious Export
Trying to move all my old del.icio.us bookmarks to a Movable Type blog [more inside]
How to fix my PDFs ?
How to adjust brightness/contrast in PDF files? [more inside]
When does NJ Tpke traffic die down?
What is the best time to head north on NJ Turnpike? [more inside]
Blogs that do for my GPA what Get Rich Slowly did for my credit score
Can anyone point me in the direction of blogs about succeeding in college and grad school? Bonus points if they're geared towards professionals working 40+ hours a week, instead of coaching teenagers through the nuances of dorm life. [more inside]
Magic color changing blueberry residue
You buy a bag of delicious frozen blueberries and empty its contents into a plastic tub which you keep in the freezer. When the last of the berries have been consumed, a light pinkish-red residue remains in the tub. You proceed to rinse out the container, and after a few seconds under running water the color suddenly and dramatically changes to a deep dark blue. Why? [more inside]
posted by Rhomboid at 6:18 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Rhomboid at 6:18 PM PST - 15 comments
AVR Simulator with UART and external RAM support?
I'm looking for a (quality?) AVR simulator that supports external RAM and UART communications.
I usually use Microchip PICs, but for a new project I'm using Atmel AVRs, and I'm getting a little lost in my options.
The intended application is for something like the Atmega128 with external RAM and RS232 communications.
It appears AVR Studio supports external RAM, but doesn't support the UART (Huh?)
Linux is preferred, but Windows and OSX are ok. Free and open source is preferred, but not required. Stability is also preferred over crashiness.
Can you hear me now? NO I CANNOT BECAUSE I HAVE A TRACFONE.
Please hope me! The Tracfone I just bought to replace a broken AT&T phone will only allow emergency calls. [more inside]
posted by headnsouth at 6:11 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by headnsouth at 6:11 PM PST - 13 comments
I'd leave my heart in L.A. but flowers in the hair are doable.
I'm a Los Angeles native in the very early stages of considering a move to San Francisco and would like some guidance on neighborhoods that would match up with my preferences. [more inside]
Death grip has me in a tight spot.
How can I resensitize my penis after excessive masturbating? (NSFW) [more inside]
Looking for a puffin book
Help me find a particular children's book. [more inside]
posted by po822000 at 5:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by po822000 at 5:37 PM PST - 8 comments
Baa Baa Wet Sheep?
Sheep get rained on all the time, so I can launder this sheepskin rug, right? How do you launder yours? [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri at 5:09 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by DarlingBri at 5:09 PM PST - 10 comments
Santana's bass player at Woodstock?
Who was the bass player with Santana at Woodstock?
Calculating Interest
How do I calculate interest on a short term loan? [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah at 4:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by goalyeehah at 4:58 PM PST - 8 comments
How do I automatically take HD scenery pictures at our old house, transmit them to our new house, and display them on our HD TV?
How do I automatically take HD scenery pictures at our old house, transmit them to our new house, and display them on our HD TV? [more inside]
posted by 925 at 4:47 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by 925 at 4:47 PM PST - 10 comments
What is this tree with black berries ?
What is this tree with black berries ? [more inside]
Searching for the ideal climate
I am interested in searching for global locales based on weather: avg temperature, rainfall, days of sunshine etc. Can anyone recommend such a web site?
Barring that, what websites are best to review these weather characteristics over time for a given locale?
Fog up the river, where it flows among green sits and meadows
[Dickens-filter] Did John Jarndyce know that Esther was really Lady Dedlock's daughter? And if not, who did he think she was? [more inside]
Natural Language Processing, relative basis for search.
Natural Language Processing (NLP) Filter. I'm looking for a method (or category of methods) to judge the relevancy of a small unit of text, 100-200 chars, against similar units of text. [more inside]
posted by kuatto at 4:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kuatto at 4:05 PM PST - 6 comments
Where's my hard-earned quarter?
You-are-not-my-lawyer-filter: Minimum wage went up, and my paycheck didn't. Why not? [more inside]
posted by WidgetAlley at 3:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by WidgetAlley at 3:59 PM PST - 8 comments
Help for a child with compulsions
A child I know and love appears to have behaviors consistent with OCD. I'd love to hear your personal experiences with treating or adapting to this condition/way of being. [more inside]
How do I proceed without alienating him?
Should I be content with just being friends, or should I push more? [more inside]
posted by animerion at 2:51 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by animerion at 2:51 PM PST - 16 comments
Best editions of classical literature?
Recommended editions of classical literature? Specifically, I'm buying copies of the Iliad, Odyssey, and Metamorphosis, and I want editions that are scholarly with good notes, but accessible (and in English). Amazon has so many versions/editors, I'm wondering if anyone could point me in the best direction! Thanks hive mind!
What kind of turf is that?
I've seen some kind of artificial turf on an exhibition that was extremely soft, with really long grass blades, just like the real thing. The blades were about 10 cm long, or roughly 4". Does anyone know which brand that might be?
PhD Pi or Blueberry Pie?
Get a PhD by 50, or go to pastry school? I'm having a midlife crisis and am considering returning to school instead of launching another business. (Launching another business is already in the planning stages, but no hard commitments have been made.) I've been accepted to a graduate program for neuroscience that will let me do masters work and doctorate work at the same time. On the other hand...culinary school is calling to me...daring me to become a pastry chef. [more inside]
posted by dejah420 at 2:02 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by dejah420 at 2:02 PM PST - 49 comments
Evolution of Disability Termiology a Class-based Struggle?
A few years ago I formulated a sociological theory about the evolution of terms used to refer to those afflicted by certain classes of disabilities, whether physical or mental, in which more functional members of the class resent being "bundled" with less functional members and are hence in a constant, mostly subconscious, quest for differentiation. This leads to development of ever more benign terms ("handicapable!") which themselves quickly become associated with the whole, therefore perpetuating the cycle. The theory seemed obvious to me when I thought of it, but I've yet to see it espoused or debunked elsewhere. Have you? Or, failing that, do you see any obvious arguments for or against it? [more inside]
posted by The Confessor at 1:38 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by The Confessor at 1:38 PM PST - 23 comments
What does plagiarism mean in China?
Two dudes ripped the first 4 paragraphs out of my published scientific journal article introduction, and submitted it word for word, as their introduction. The 2nd journal (not knowing) asked me to peer review it. They're in China- what are the attitudes/definitions/consequences of plagiarism there? [more inside]
What a tool.
What is the best open-anything bit/wrench kit you know? [more inside]
Silicon Valley Girl
San Jose/Silicon valley recommendations for spas *or* veggie restaurants for getting a gift certificate. Please help me! [more inside]
posted by bread-eater at 1:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bread-eater at 1:13 PM PST - 5 comments
BACK PAIN: I hate doing the dishes
Why does my back always hurt when doing the dishes? [more inside]
Help me help new college students
How do I offer support for people attending/wanting to attend college, but who have very different situations from anything I knew? 2 different scenarios! [more inside]
Operation Smile Approved?
Operation Smile: I saw the commercial, and want to donate. It appears to be quite legitimate. Can anybody vouch for it?
Shutting off the Electricity to the Solenoid Valve
One of the zones in my outdoor sprinkler isn't working, caused it appears by a malfunctioning solenoid valve. I spent the morning learning how to inspect, repair and/or replace it, and I'm about to do so, but I am unsure as to whether electricity is running to it. How can I know? [more inside]
posted by scunning at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by scunning at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Documentaries for fledgeling documentarians?
"I am interested in your ideas and wish to subscribe to your newsletter"
Suggestions for English department newsletter? [more inside]
posted by exlotuseater at 11:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by exlotuseater at 11:03 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm not sure what it's supposed to do, but I'm pretty sure it works
What is this mystery spindle that came with the turntable I just got? [more inside]
posted by kid_dynamite at 10:52 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kid_dynamite at 10:52 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me actually cross the finish line...
I'm running the Chicago Marathon in the start of October and feel vastly unprepared and undertrained. Looking for advice on how to approach the next two months. [more inside]
posted by highfidelity at 10:51 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by highfidelity at 10:51 AM PST - 25 comments
What does a baby sleep coach do?
Has anyone ever hired a "sleep coach" for their baby? [more inside]
posted by mushroom_tattoo at 10:46 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by mushroom_tattoo at 10:46 AM PST - 13 comments
Breakfast In Corvallis
Can anyone tell me of a good place to have breakfast in or around Corvallis, Oregon ? Some place quiet and warm with wood tables, maybe slightly on the natural foods side of dining but not extremely so. [more inside]
posted by metadave at 10:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by metadave at 10:38 AM PST - 5 comments
Screen printing artwork
I did artwork for a customer, and now he is harassing me to give him his money back. I need advice how to resolve this. [more inside]
posted by Jsn7821 at 9:53 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by Jsn7821 at 9:53 AM PST - 48 comments
Email me about my lawn!
Can I get notification of amount of rainfall? [more inside]
Fitting 2 phones on 1 line.
My (land line) phone splitter stopped working and I don't know why. [more inside]
posted by Obscure Reference at 9:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Obscure Reference at 9:19 AM PST - 5 comments
JFK without US visa?
Question about transit without US visa at JFK, and alternate options. [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb at 8:48 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Meatbomb at 8:48 AM PST - 13 comments
Should I take a job in Baghdad?
Should I take a job in Baghdad? [more inside]
Don't try to shampoo a shampooer!
Flying back to Canada via US - from Amsterdam. Will US Customs hassle me about coffeeshop visits? [more inside]
Unchaotic art
I've always been a fan of chaotic and unordered "messy" art. I'd like to appreciate art that goes the other direction. Who are some excellent artists (dead artists are good, but living people are better) that practice an ordered, symmetrical, or organized quality? Photos, paintings, drawings, any art is fine - even examples of music, or poetry and plays are desirable.
flikr links that go to yahoo login page?
Ever since flikr became part of yahoo I've noticed that some links to flikr photos go directly to the photo in question while others that appear to be formed exactly the same way, www.flikr.com/(username)/(number), take me instead to a "sign in to Yahoo" login form. What's the difference? [more inside]
posted by jfuller at 8:14 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jfuller at 8:14 AM PST - 6 comments
I gotz a long mp3, you gotz seperationz?
Looking for a program that separates a long mp3 file into individual tracks based on silent gaps in between. [more inside]
Thistle be easy, I hope.
How can I kill the thistles in my yard? [more inside]
What font is this?
What is the font of "Democracy International" in the logo on this site: http://democracyinternational.com/afghanistan/?
My name is Daniel Plainview. I am driven and goal-oriented, and I endeavor to forge new possibilities in alternative energy.
In There Will Be Blood, Daniel Plainview delivers the line: "I have a competition in me." Could this be described as grammatically correct, strictly speaking? Or is it idiomatic, but not strictly correct? Is Plainview saying, essentially, "I have a [sense of] competition in me," a sentence that, were it to be spelled out as such, would lose its rhetorical punch? Could it be argued as a case of poetic metonymy or something of the kind? [more inside]
posted by Busoni at 6:28 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by Busoni at 6:28 AM PST - 27 comments
C. difficile help.
Questions about C. difficile (and dealing with illness). [more inside]
posted by futureisunwritten at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by futureisunwritten at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
I have two friends; their parents are (separately) dying. How to help? Neither are in U.S./U.K./CAN.
I would like to help my friends, if I can; two of them are individually dealing with incredibly stressful and sad health-related situations related to their parents. [more inside]
posted by taz at 5:04 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by taz at 5:04 AM PST - 7 comments
You stored a red wine in what temperature!?!
Winefilter: What are the storage conditions for a bottle of 2005 Reserve de la Comtesse, from Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande? [more inside]
posted by titantoppler at 4:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by titantoppler at 4:58 AM PST - 4 comments
What to do with six hours in the Toronto airport?
What should I do with a six-hour layover in Toronto? [more inside]
What should I import to New Zealand for resale?
What should I import to New Zealand for resale? I'm looking for ideas of products that I could buy in bulk, ship to NZ, and resell for a modest profit. [more inside]
August 7
Is Corel Draw 8 for Windows still gettable?
Is it still possible to get hold of Corel Draw 8 for Windows? Abandonware? [more inside]
Oh. My. God. Becky. Look at that book. It's just so... BIG!
DIY bookbinding question - I need help figuring out: what supplies I will need for this particular project; if I will need a different sewing method than the one in the tutorial I'm using; how much more difficult it would be to bind it in leather, etc. [more inside]
Does CSI Las Vegas accurately depict how much it rains there?
Does it really rain as much in Las Vegas as it looks on CSI? [more inside]
I want to play Lollapalooza but I'm not on the bill
I want to play at the front gates of Lollapalooza. Will this work? [more inside]
Ack, I'm a teenage! (Cymbalta=acne?)
Anyone taking Cymbalta notice an increase in facial acne? [more inside]
Help identify an auto?
A friend's recent blog post featured a picture of her father standing next to the ol' family car. She can identify the dad, but not the car. I'd love some help. Here's a link to the picture. Thank you!
posted by apollo at 9:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by apollo at 9:41 PM PST - 6 comments
Someone is wiping wrong, and it's not me.
Searching for an explanation for something gross in the bathroom at work. [more inside]
posted by jewzilla at 9:11 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by jewzilla at 9:11 PM PST - 26 comments
Know any good mini-spreadsheets for XP?
Can you recommend a mini-spreadsheet program for Windows XP, preferably freeware? It will be running on a tiny laptop in a place with no internet access, so OpenOffice is too big and online solutions are too... online. [more inside]
How to learn to be a better mentor/supervisor to teenagers?
How to learn to be a better mentor/supervisor to teenagers? [more inside]
Help me organize my move please!
I need advice on how to organize myself for moving myself and my ten-year-old son very quickly. [more inside]
Blaze this powerpoint!
What video format is most compatible within Powerpoint? [more inside]
Gentlemen, what washing/grooming product(s) do you use on your body hair?
Should I start to shampoo and condition my body hair? Are there specific products out there? [more inside]
Any land left out there for RV homesteading?
Anyone know of a place where it's still possible still buy land for cheap -and- park a nice old Airstream or something on it, set up a well/septic tank/solar panels, and enjoy life outside the rat race -without- violating zoning restrictions? [more inside]
How did people ever get by with laptops before wireless routers?
My partner's Macbook is having trouble staying connected to our Wireless network. Mine still works fine. [more inside]
Museums!
Best current exhibitions in New York City museums? [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 5:23 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by gerryblog at 5:23 PM PST - 16 comments
Health care rationing in the US?
There is much talk about health care rationing in Britain, for example. How do I find out more about the status of rationing in the United States, my health care (nice employer based) and Medicare in particular. Is it the case that with health care in the US, private or Medicare, cost is never a reason to deny a procedure? That people under Medicare, for example, get all of those 50,000$ drugs that give you 6 months of life? How can I find out if my plan covers every possible procedure or not? I'm less concerned with the issue of rescision as a roundabout way of denying care versus explicit denial of care based on cost.
Aero in Minneapolis
Where can I buy an Aero bar in Minneapolis?
posted by punishinglemur at 4:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by punishinglemur at 4:54 PM PST - 9 comments
Name this type of glove please
Nice gloves, if I knew what they were called I could buy a pair. Name that style. [more inside]
posted by Iteki at 4:17 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Iteki at 4:17 PM PST - 5 comments
tar -pz in Windows?
I'm trying to find a procedure to create a zip file in Windows and preserve Unix file permissions from the original files... [more inside]
Life is a semi-colon; it is only a pause.
As of last week, I have a bone marrow donor (Praise, God!). Because he's a "domestic" donor, I have to wait a full year before I know his identity (and only if he wishes to share it, of course), but I just found out that I can correspond with him anonymously through a long train of doctors, social workers, and representatives.
I'd like to send him a thank you of some kind, but how does one thank a person for giving the gift of life? [more inside]
posted by litterateur at 2:37 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by litterateur at 2:37 PM PST - 51 comments
Help me make a breakup mixtape
Please help me put a mixCD together for a friend who was recently dumped by her boyfriend. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 2:14 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by Solomon at 2:14 PM PST - 42 comments
phimosis vs. forcible retraction
Should I be encouraging my 9 year old son to retract his foreskin? Is cortisone cream to thin the skin, prescribed by his original pediatrician, a good idea? [more inside]
Anxiety and announcing the unplanned pregnancy
How to announce an unplanned pregnancy? [more inside]
Family troubles
Moving (back) in with family or not? [more inside]
Sources for short prose for public editing practice?
Where might I find real-life examples of 300-700-word pieces of prose that are neither perfect nor unsalvageable — "problematic," let's say — on which I can practice the craft of editing? [more inside]
posted by colinmarshall at 2:02 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by colinmarshall at 2:02 PM PST - 25 comments
Please help me find the make/model I want, so I can focus on the next steps. Thanks!
I need to buy a new, used or certified used car real quickly. I could use some help deciding on a make and model that meets some specific criteria. [more inside]
Internets, help me choose a laptop.
Internets, help me choose a laptop. [more inside]
What was nibbling at my legs in the sea at Naples Beach this morning?
I was swimming at Naples Beach Florida this morning and a very persistent, long thin fish kept nibbling at my legs. It was 2-3 inches long, maybe 1/4 inch thick, & had bold black & white stripes. It seemed to want to attach to me in the same way shark lamprey do. What was it?
posted by media_itoku at 1:38 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by media_itoku at 1:38 PM PST - 3 comments
Attending a Seminar 101
I need to pick a seminar/conference/class/training/whatever for work to attend within the next 6 months or so, I have until 10PM to choose, and I have no idea where or what the cool stuff is. It should be at least tangentially related to my job as a Unix Systems Engineer/Python Guy, and preferably within the Northeast (NYC is where I'm located), although feel free to recommend anywhere in the US. [more inside]
posted by Mach5 at 1:38 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Mach5 at 1:38 PM PST - 3 comments
Rate movies
Blockbuster used to have a page where you voted whether you liked the movie or not and then it generated a list of movies you'd like. Is there anything like that now?
posted by notned at 1:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by notned at 1:36 PM PST - 6 comments
What will happen to the UK economy?
Where can I get a sound, unbiased assessment of the prospects for the UK economy and the value of sterling? [more inside]
Is there any way to force update or restore an iPhone 3g?
I tried to update my iphone to 3.0.1 and it wouldn't, now apple genuises tell me it has water damage. Is there a way to force update or restore? It was working fine before! [more inside]
posted by Botunda at 1:05 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Botunda at 1:05 PM PST - 18 comments
Patching and Painting a Fiberglass Sailboat?
I accidentally bought an old 12' sailboat this morning. How do I repair and paint the fiberglass? [more inside]
What agency is he with?
Are authors very private about who they use for a literary agent? [more inside]
Starting in the non-profit sector: Am I doing the right things at the right time?
NGOfilter: I think I've discovered my vocation - the question is, how do I go about achieving it?
Lots of background, questions from clueless young person and more. [more inside]
posted by monocot at 12:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by monocot at 12:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Paying friends to work for you?
What's the best way to handle a moving situation that could involve paying friends to help? [more inside]
posted by tk at 11:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by tk at 11:47 AM PST - 11 comments
Help Me Find This Photo Exhibit!!
Help me find this online photo exhibit from a few years ago- photographs of people who define themselves as members of subcultures through dress. [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee at 11:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by aabbbiee at 11:41 AM PST - 6 comments
Chinatown (NYC) bus to Foxwoods
Info needed on taking the Chinatown (NYC) bus to Foxwoods. [more inside]
Bringing Big Brother closer to home.
I'm curious about 'trojan' software for tracking a computer after it's been stolen. [more inside]
posted by kaibutsu at 11:38 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by kaibutsu at 11:38 AM PST - 9 comments
The headaches of moving before moving
What is the best method for moving several furniture pieces from L.A. to Montreal? (And an add-on about getting my car there, too.) [more inside]
Are there any affordable one-way tickets to Europe?
Are there inexpensive one-way tickets from the US to Europe? [more inside]
Dental Insurance Waiting Period Details
Another Dental Insurance Question: My Delta Dental starts on Sept. 1st, but they won't cover fillings until Mar. 1. What happens if I have a filling done before Mar. 1? [more inside]
posted by stewiethegreat at 11:14 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by stewiethegreat at 11:14 AM PST - 10 comments
Inattentive ADD and oh wow check out the skin on my toe...
If you or your child received a diagnosis of inattentive-type ADD, I have questions... (yes, I searched...) [more inside]
Wireless data in france?
Is it possible to buy prepaid wireless data in France? [more inside]
posted by aeighty at 11:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by aeighty at 11:05 AM PST - 4 comments
What is a normal length for a honeymoon period?
In your experience, what is the average normal length of time a couple is in a honeymoon period before they transition to the normal day to day getting to know you phase of a relationship period? I'm looking for personal anecdotes, tell me what your experience has been. I know there is no one perfect answer out there, I'm just trying to figure out if this is a relationship I should pursue if I'm feeling like its only been two months and perhaps that period is over (or it never really began because he's really difficult to communicate with). I enjoy this person's company tremendously, we do a lot of activities together, however, we don't spend a lot of time just talking. We don't spend much time even fooling around, even though the attraction is there and its palpable. He avoids intimacy. How do I coax him out of his shell?
posted by dmbfan93 at 10:51 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by dmbfan93 at 10:51 AM PST - 22 comments
finding a forum
How to find the best internet forum for a particular subject? [more inside]
Severe aversion to flirting
Help me overcome my fear of flirting. [more inside]
posted by amillionbillion at 10:36 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by amillionbillion at 10:36 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me manage changes to a website
Whats the best way to set up version control for a website? [more inside]
I want to hear from the (happy) partners of people with bipolar disorder.
I have looked at several posts on bipolar disorder and have not found this exact question addressed.
I would like to hear from people who are in good, functioning, long-term relationships with people who have bipolar disorder. I don’t want to hear from people who have been burned, or whose lives have been shattered, or whose partners were not being treated or medicated. I’ve read all of those stories and I’ve lived it myself. I’m familiar. [more inside]
Name the knife used in "A Perfect Getaway"?
Name the knife used in "A Perfect Getaway" - seen in the previews, strapped to the leg of one of the male characters. It appears to have a handle that looks like brass knuckles, and generally looks very cool. I'm interested in knowing the model and manufacturer of this knife.
Thanks!
posted by Merlin144 at 9:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Merlin144 at 9:48 AM PST - 11 comments
What charities have APIs or allow users to write programs that donate to them
Is there any non-profit or charity that allows you to programatically donate? E.g. I run a website and when users do certain things, I'd like to say "proceeds from such actions go to a good cause." Right now, I'm doing it by hand. I've seen Kiva come out with an API, but it's mainly for showing off their transactions, no money changes hands. I'm sure charities take PayPal?
Skip Hearts nag screens
Microsoft Hearts -- Kill choice screens [more inside]
Classy, non-amateur erotic literature?
Having recently discovered Anais Nin's Delta of Venus and Little Birds, I'm looking for classy, somewhat highbrow, non-amateur, published erotic literature along the same lines. [more inside]
Looking for Middle-Eastern/Indian dance music.
Help me find good Indian/Middle Eastern pop/hip-hop/dance music to play at an event. [more inside]
What bird is making this noise and what can I do about it?
What kind of bird is making this annoying noise (mp3 file; alternate link here) behind my Manhattan apartment building? And what can I do about it? [more inside]
posted by Tin Man at 8:54 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Tin Man at 8:54 AM PST - 24 comments
Knock-off of American Crew haircare products?
I really like the smell of American Crew haircare products, the gel in particular. Does anyone know where (or if) a replica line of products is available?
posted by tfmm at 8:45 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tfmm at 8:45 AM PST - 7 comments
How many calories are in a human brain
How many calories are in the average human brain? As in, if you were to eat a brain zombie style, how many calories would that represent?
posted by KirTakat at 8:31 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by KirTakat at 8:31 AM PST - 23 comments
Monkey toes
Is it possibly for your toes to get longer as you age? My toes are freaking me out. [more inside]
posted by Evangeline at 8:20 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Evangeline at 8:20 AM PST - 13 comments
How do those of you with a hyphenated last name feel about it?
If your parents gave you a hyphenated last name made from their different last names, how do you feel about it? Would you recommend for or against other parents doing so? My husband and I both kept our original last names and are thinking about what last name to give the child we are expecting. Each last name is two syllables; one is common, the other uncommon; and they go fairly well with each other.
How do I use computer speakers with an old amp?
How do I use computer speakers in a vintage amp? [more inside]
Help me bust these SEM Scammers.
Help me bust these SEM scammers. [more inside]
posted by reticulatedspline at 7:59 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by reticulatedspline at 7:59 AM PST - 8 comments
Recommendations for Custom Embroidery
Recommendations for a custom embroidery vendor? Google returns so many. Would like a recommendation from someone who's used one. [more inside]
posted by cairnish at 7:58 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by cairnish at 7:58 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I get from Paris to Innsbruck?
How do I get from Paris to Innsbruck? [more inside]
Help find Wendell Berry writing about urban biases toward rural America
I am looking for an essay by Wendell Berry where he talks about urban America's dismissive biases toward rural America, and critiques this attitude. [more inside]
where have all the gundersons gone?
Me and the fam are in minneapolis. What should we see and do besides mall of america? [more inside]
Sleep positions or other ways to help a bad back during the night?
For the past few months, I've been experiencing a lot of back pain during sleep and when I wake up. I've tried many solutions - sleeping on top of a bunch of blankets (to make my firm mattress softer), sleeping with a pillow between my legs (helps a little but not much, it seems), putting a towel under my hips, sleeping on my back, sleeping on my stomach, sleeping on my side. In a nutshell, I'm losing it and really could use some help. Anyone with a super-sensitive back who has found a comfortable way to sleep??? I have scoliosis, so that's one thing to keep in mind. Also, if one of the strategies I mentioned above worked for you, pleae don't hesitate to mention it - maybe you tried it in a different way than I did! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
How do I email an academic?
What is the etiquette for young grad students emailing seniour researchers? [more inside]
posted by hannahlambda at 7:06 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by hannahlambda at 7:06 AM PST - 20 comments
Would you recommend the Virgin Excess Baggage service?
Has anyone used the Virgin Atlantic Excess Baggage service to send unaccompanied baggage overseas? Seems like a good deal compared with standard freight forwarding but wondering if I'm missing something. [more inside]
Where can I buy good quality t-shirts that actually fit well?
Where can I buy good quality t-shirts that actually fit well? [more inside]
posted by jonesor at 6:50 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by jonesor at 6:50 AM PST - 17 comments
Get off my lawn: Chapter 6,000,000
Help me get some understanding of social media/corporate/marketing relationships. [more inside]
i refuse to do busy work
I need to transpose a lot of data in Excel. How can I do it efficiently? [more inside]
Tron:Legacy for the dude who owns 9 copies of Tron, one of which is on laser disc.
How does a normal, average couple from the Midwest score a ticket (invite?) to a big movie premiere? [more inside]
super 8 exposed
on filming with Super 8... [more inside]
Where can I find large, sturdy pillows?
Sturdy pillows for sitting up in bed? My bed lacks a headboard, making reading in bed fairly uncomfortable. [more inside]
We're talkin' softball...
Softball-Hack-Filter: I joined my company's softball game, which we play weekly. I've been at it a few games now and haven't embarrassed myself too much yet, but what sort of tips and rules of thumb can help me be a more confident and competent player? [more inside]
August 6
Audiobooks for a roadtrip
Recommend audiobooks for a four-person roadtrip, about 10 hours each way. [more inside]
hotdogfilter - Why do BallPark Franks plump when you cook them?
hotdogfilter - Why do BallPark Franks plump when you cook them? [more inside]
posted by Paleoindian at 10:12 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Paleoindian at 10:12 PM PST - 24 comments
super duper annuation
We are completely new to superannuation and need to make decisions pretty soon and definitely need some help. [more inside]
ATM OCR
ATM check deposits. OCR or just instantaneous offshore data entry? TIA.
posted by @troy at 9:15 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by @troy at 9:15 PM PST - 16 comments
Transition Lenses: SLR to DSLR
When is an old camera lens good enough to influence which DSLR body to purchase? [more inside]
posted by yamel at 9:10 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by yamel at 9:10 PM PST - 15 comments
Is going to school in the fall really that good? Dilemma [feeling rushed]
Isolation but saving a few thousand dollars and some time but rushing the college experience and moving on before I can figure out what I want to do or take it slow? [more inside]
Activate Windows AGAIN?
After cleaning up my WindowsXP Professional OS (Dell) to give to my son, all of a sudden The nag screen comes up and tells me I have three days to 'activate' my product! I bought the program new years ago, and have legally installed it on three of my Dell machines with no problems. WTF? It appears that I turned off the restore function and automatic updates, I wonder if that has anything to do with it? Any hiv-ers know why this occured? [more inside]
Are my dogs getting along?
I just got a new puppy, a goldendoodle who is now nine weeks old and kind of strong-willed. I also have a submissive dachshund who is more than 10 years old. They've been living together for about two weeks, and I'm wondering if the little one is bullying the older dog. How can I tell, and how can I stop it? [more inside]
posted by curiouskitty at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by curiouskitty at 8:11 PM PST - 11 comments
No decision if birth control fails - what should I do?
So, every responsible sexually active adult has "the birth control" conversation.
Awhile back, my long-term girlfriend and I had the "what happens if birth control fails" conversation - to my mind, equally important.
We have not had sex since. [more inside]
On Tug-of-war
Participating in a tug-of-war tournament this weekend. Looking for strategy advice to help crush my enemies and hear the lamentations of their women. [more inside]
posted by ecmendenhall at 7:19 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ecmendenhall at 7:19 PM PST - 8 comments
How to hang a giant unframed drawing
Tell me and my friends how to hang two very large, priceless, unframed works on paper without damaging the paper at all. [more inside]
posted by val5a at 7:16 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by val5a at 7:16 PM PST - 22 comments
Manipulate pdf file
Possible to edit contents and remove password from pdf? [more inside]
Life in a Northern Town? Tell Me about Calais ME. and the surround areas...
Can anyone fill me in on Calais, Maine (or the surrounding towns)? [more inside]
posted by MeetCleaverTheatre at 6:27 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by MeetCleaverTheatre at 6:27 PM PST - 22 comments
Fixing wow and flutter on Numark direct-drive turntabes?
Can I fix wow and flutter on Numark direct-drive turntables? The pitch varies while playing records and I'd like to fix this myself if at all possible. [more inside]
posted by multiphrenic at 6:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by multiphrenic at 6:21 PM PST - 4 comments
How to DIY modify my electric smoker to control cooking temp.?
I have an electric smoker grill, with 2 setting - on / off. Is there a way to regulate how hot the heating element gets, in order to control the cooking temperature? [more inside]
do dyed eyelashes pass for normal?
I am a fair-skinned, light brown brunette who hardly ever wears makeup. I am thinking about getting my awesome but light-colored eyelashes dyed. Will it look natural or startling?
Cheers!
Going to Scotland later this month. What Scotch distilleries can we tour? [more inside]
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 5:06 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 5:06 PM PST - 16 comments
Solar powered Netbook?
Best netbook/solar combo recommendations for keeping a journal while on safari? [more inside]
What is that groovy bass line in the Cablevision commercials?
What is that groovy bass line on those Cablevision commercials?
There are a series of recent Cablevision commercials with a dark haired dude talking in front of a white background - these all end with a really groovy bass line. Is that from a real song, or is it just something they just recorded for the commercial?
How could a combination of inconsistent grades and early graduation affect university admissions, and, consequently, my future? (long post)
I could have exceptional grades, but instead I've spent all of my time on academic pursuits that have, if anything, had a negative affect on my grades. How could all of this impact my future? I can't help but think that I've already screwed it all up. [more inside]
Can you "Save For Web" in Lightroom?
Best web photo prep software? Will Lightroom work? [more inside]
My bottle cap level is OVER 9000!!!
What should I do with a crapload of bottle caps? [more inside]
Trying to ID an obscure laughter song
What is the "laughter song" in this Spongebob video at 1:40 - 1:49? This is part of the original episode, not added by the YT user. I have heard this tune frequently over the past 25 years in various network programs for anything considered "funny", usually in bloopers and slapstick, and have never been able to identify it.
yet another iPhone question
Is there an iPhone app that has the sole purpose of opening up a webpage of your choosing. [more inside]
posted by metacort at 3:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by metacort at 3:13 PM PST - 7 comments
Question on power inverter.
Electricity Filter: Roadtrip starts tomorrow, picked up a 400w power inverter to run laptop in car for road tunes, question... [more inside]
Hearing aid problems
Can anyone help with problems with Starkey Zon.5 hearing aids. Purchased six months ago and back to vendor 5 times. Vendor and manufacturer say adjustment problem but visits for readjustment have been useless. Seem OK in vendor's quiet office but no real help in the noisy world outside his office. Feedback almost constant in left ear, almost non-existant in right ear? [more inside]
Where is Mike Johnson?
Last known address: Portland, Oregon. I check all my publications weekly. Is Mike Johnson (Dinosaur Jr.) still touring? [more inside]
posted by vito90 at 3:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by vito90 at 3:05 PM PST - 4 comments
Contractor vs. salaryman: Two types of worker enter, one gets work less often than the other in the current economy
Are contractors and salaried workers being affected differently by the slow economy, specifically in the IT industry? [more inside]
How to recover from a relapse
As an addict, have you dealt with a hidden relapse? [more inside]
What training and orientation does your workplace provide to new employees?
What sort of training and orientation does your workplace provide to new employees? [more inside]
Help for cat-induced asthma?
The cat allergy question has been asked before, and I do have the standard itchy eyes, stuffed nose, sneezing, etc. However, I'd specifically like suggestions regarding cat-induced asthma. Mine is severe enough that, although I haven't done it for years, spending 24 hours in a house with cats has put me in the emergency room and on a nebulizer. One person in that previous thread mentioned that Claritin helped. Has anyone else had experience with something that helped not just their cat allergies but the cat-induced asthma as well?
posted by SampleSize at 2:33 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by SampleSize at 2:33 PM PST - 15 comments
What's a single (dormed) girl to do?
How does a naturally introverted girl adjust to college life while living in a single dorm her freshman year? [more inside]
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 2:07 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 2:07 PM PST - 42 comments
Looking for a 65-70 mile cycling route near Frederick, MD
Maryland cyclists: looking for a 65-70 mile route/loop in (or around) Frederick. [more inside]
posted by jquinby at 1:47 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jquinby at 1:47 PM PST - 7 comments
Hello new shoes, bye bye blues...
Help me find comfortable walking shoes! With high heels please. [more inside]
Break it off? Give me something more than DTMF.
I'm engaged but having relationship problems. Time to call it quits? [more inside]
No womb, no cancer, big problem
My mother does not have cancer, but the doctor thought she did and took out pretty much everything that made her a woman and is pleased with his work. She is devastated. What now? [more inside]
Does off the monitor mean off the hook?
About 15 years ago I was told that still images shot off a video monitor fall under fair use provisions for print publications, as long as the frame of the console is clearly visible in the shot. Is this true? [more inside]
Taking the red pill
I'm finding out that years of obsessive RSS reading, Twittering and 24-hour news broadcast watching have turned me into someone with a very low attention span when it comes to other, long-form media (movies and books). I'd like to divorce myself, to a degree, from the world of instantaneous news and commentary - partly to relax a little, and partly to devote more time to reading literature, philosophy, religious books, etc. Problem: my career is in political social media strategy. [more inside]
OK for him to make female friends at the bar?
Is it appropriate for a guy in a serious, committed relationship to meet and befriend a group of random people (male and female) while out at the bar, exchange phone numbers with one particular woman, and then make plans to meet up alone for drinks with her at some later time? [more inside]
Make a sword safer?
Stage Combat Question. Is it possible to take a bladed weapon and render it safe for use on-stage (without damaging the weapon itself)? I seem to recall from my days as a DragonCon volunteer that cosplayer's swords had to be taped* and/or bated (or else the sword had to be peace-tied so as to prevent its leaving a scabbard), but I can't find a description of the safety-making process. [more inside]
posted by grabbingsand at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by grabbingsand at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
What music to listen to on a High Performance Car filled roadtrip!
I am leaving on a road trip tmw morning. What music should I bring and what GREAT road trip mixes do you suggest? [more inside]
Power to the beats
I have no/little rhythm and I need to find some. [more inside]
Do you know any good voice control software?
I'm looking for good, inexpensive voice control software for the PC. Nothing as fancy as Dragon Naturally Speaking. I just want my voice to fire keyboard commands. [more inside]
When do you stop seeing seagulls at the dump?
In North America, how far inland do you have to be before you stop finding seagulls at garbage dumps?
posted by Mayor Curley at 10:41 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 10:41 AM PST - 37 comments
Should he stay or should he go?
My boyfriend can't decide what he should do about his job. Should he stick with a job he's not happy with but has great job security and benefits? Or is he better off finding something that will make him much happier? Or somewhere in between? Much, much more after the jump. [more inside]
hungary for traveling tips!
Things to see in Budapest & Berlin [more inside]
Birthday party favour ideas for kids under 8
Birthday party favour ideas for kids under 8? I’m planning a party for my 5-year-old daughter. There will be about 18 girls and boys ranging in age from 4-8. What can I give them as party favours? I like to give one useful item rather than a goody bag filled with trinkets. I don’t want to spend more than $4 per favour. In the past I’ve given jigsaw puzzles, jump ropes, balls, Hot Wheels, and Polly Pockets. [more inside]
posted by yawper at 10:16 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by yawper at 10:16 AM PST - 35 comments
Jerry-rig My Broken Cell Phone
How can I make a DIY cell phone antenna on a broken phone? [more inside]
posted by sandmanwv at 10:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 10:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Chevy Tahoe Maintance
ChevyTahoeFilter: I just passed 100k miles on my 01 chevy tahoe. There are various little issues like alignment, some wierd noises, belts need to be replaced, brakes, etc.. I never got the 90k mile checkup and it goes without saying that i havent got the 100 mile checkup either. Where do you recommend i take my vehicle to have this done? I can go to the dealership but im paying a huge premium there, do you recommend any other places that do these checkups? FYI....Im in the Dallas Tx area, specifically north Dallas.
Help me remember this crazy card trick
I was taught this amazing card trick as a youngster and I can't remember it to save my life! [more inside]
What happens if we don't give our dog chemo?
My dog has just been diagnosed with lymphoma. For various reasons, my husband and I are probably not going to do the chemo and radiation treatments outlined by the oncologist. If you have made a similar choice with your pet, can you tell me what happened? [more inside]
posted by misskaz at 9:11 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by misskaz at 9:11 AM PST - 17 comments
Is Community College a Reasonable Choice for my Teenage Daughter?
Community college: am I asking all the right questions for my soon-to-be-senior daughter? [more inside]
posted by dzaz at 9:09 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by dzaz at 9:09 AM PST - 38 comments
Phone Log Recommendations
Can anyone recommend a free download of phone log software for OS-X? I've done due diligence in searching the web and found nothing. If indeed there is nothing, I may be able to persuade my boss to buy something. So, recommendations for a purchase are appreciated as well.
Looking for Subversion as document management plug-in to show multiple diffs in context.
Looking for Subversion as document management plug-in to show multiple diffs in context. [more inside]
posted by a robot made out of meat at 8:21 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by a robot made out of meat at 8:21 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm losing my edge to the kids from France and from London.
It doesn’t matter how many goals I achieve, I never feel good about myself. It’s really beginning to be a real drag. It’s even starting to keep me up at night. I sit up in bed thinking about how much of a loser I am all night long. It’s really insane. How do you feel like a success? [more inside]
Backpacking in the Northeast
I am looking for suggestions for a 3-4 day backpacking trail loop in the northeast. [more inside]
posted by wigner3j at 8:13 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by wigner3j at 8:13 AM PST - 14 comments
Automatic MySQL migration
How can I automate the migration of an existing MySQL database to a newer schema? [more inside]
posted by fightorflight at 8:06 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by fightorflight at 8:06 AM PST - 5 comments
Essential medical textbooks?
It's my nephew's birthday this weekend. He is going to University in September to study Medicine (in the UK). Are there any essential medical text books I could get him to help with his studies?
Most boring server rack question ever
How can I put HP DL160s on slide rails in an IBM rack? [more inside]
What auto club is good in New Hampshire?
Auto Club/Towing services in New Hampshire - use Triple AAA or is there a better service here? [more inside]
posted by furious at 7:13 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by furious at 7:13 AM PST - 11 comments
Good, inexpensive cocktails in New York City.
For my job (and for fun) I often need good places to go out for drinks after work here in New York. Please recommend bars between 14th Street and Midtown that have good, inexpensive (~$10 or below) cocktails and are good for conversations with small groups of people. [more inside]
Wall-art
How were the images in this room put on the wall? [more inside]
posted by god particle at 7:04 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by god particle at 7:04 AM PST - 11 comments
What to do on the days I don't run?
Doing Couch to 5k 3 days a week...what should I do the other 4? [more inside]
posted by Biblio at 6:59 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Biblio at 6:59 AM PST - 13 comments
Volunteer or Paid Political Consulting?
My client is late paying me. Plus, I am concerned about how they are (or are not) using the products and services I am providing. Should I stop providing those products and services and send a late notice, or somehow give them the benefit of the doubt for a while longer? I want this client to succeed at their endeavor, but I don't want to be taken advantage of either, whether intentionally or not. [more inside]
Looking for a Moleskine-like book - but with bigger pages and more pages than your average Moleskine.
Looking for a Moleskine-like book - blank pages, but with bigger pages and more pages than your average Moleskine. What type of book should I get? Bonus points if you know a store in downtown Toronto that sells it. [more inside]
Having fun sailing for couples
How to have a great time on a learn-to-sail course? I'm going with a fairly new boyfriend who I really like but don't know terribly well yet. We'll be sharing a cabin in a fairly small sailing boat for a week in cramped conditions and very hot weather. We'll be doing some night sailing with trips into port every other day or so. [more inside]
posted by hazyjane at 6:38 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by hazyjane at 6:38 AM PST - 19 comments
MannequinFilter: How to get mannequins in Washington DC?
How could I acquire 2-3 mannequins in the Washington DC area? This is for a non-profit/charity group project. They need to be free or very cheap. The mannequins will be used to make a permanent display in the group's headquarters. Details within. [more inside]
I can has buy used phone?
Where can one get a used/cheap cell phone? [more inside]
posted by ShadePlant at 6:27 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ShadePlant at 6:27 AM PST - 12 comments
Not-quite skinny bit*h.
Help me lose the last 15 lbs! Recommend your favorite secret low-calorie foods. [more inside]
Why does the SA driver's license have Portuguese text?
Why does the South African driver's license have Portuguese writing on it? [more inside]
Theoretical geek in 1981 needs records.
More than a playlist, I'm trying to make an entire sub-set of my music collection: I want the music that a 17-year-old D&D playing geeky almost-metalhead would be listening to...in 1981. [more inside]
posted by Weighted Companion Cube at 5:53 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Weighted Companion Cube at 5:53 AM PST - 33 comments
Third Party Logistics
How does a third party logistics provider typically charge their customers? [more inside]
posted by Frasermoo at 5:44 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Frasermoo at 5:44 AM PST - 3 comments
Photoshop includes?
I am a programmer trying to use Photoshop.
When programming I often use 'includes' to pull in a file that is propagated across the application or website. Is there a similar feature in Photoshop that will allow me to create, say a navigation and then include it in different pages, thus when I change the navigation it will be updated in every photoshop file?
posted by xoe26 at 5:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by xoe26 at 5:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Recommendations for erotica
Recommendations for erotica [more inside]
Ex chef about to be burnt to a crisp.
What can we put in the coffin of a person who is to be cremated? What will be in the ashes after cremation? [more inside]
posted by Kerasia at 4:55 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Kerasia at 4:55 AM PST - 7 comments
What do cool kids' backpacks look like these days?
If you have kids between the ages of 7-12 (or know kids in that age range), do they use a backpack, and what sort of backpack do they use? If you could point me to images of similar backpacks online, that would be especially helpful. [more inside]
Help me update my PC / Windows literacy for the 21st Century
I used to feel pretty confident with computers / IT in general (80s child). Now I need a boost to get back up to speed, especially digging around in the OS / filesystem. Recommend me a good book / website / hands-on project? [more inside]
posted by KMH at 4:26 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by KMH at 4:26 AM PST - 7 comments
Please help me find a great business name
Can you help me find a name for my new small business - it is going to reflect my recent Swedish/therapeutic massage and waxing qualifications - and interest in helping people ease tension in their bodies to help them deal with the rest of their lives. I am hoping to attract sport-related clients, but also people who want relaxation massage (so a flowery spa type name might not work). The business name needs to appeal to a broad range of people, enable me to expand later to broader aspects such as pilates, holistic healing and possibly life coaching. I have to be really careful not to have a name that gives the wrong impression about the type of massage (e.g. Euphoria). What do you think would work? 'Align', 'Ascend'.....??
posted by IdleRepose at 3:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by IdleRepose at 3:32 AM PST - 8 comments
MBP with unrecognized battery
Aging MacBook Pro not recognizing its battery. Not under warranty. Is resetting the PMU my next step? [more inside]
Big inn Japan (well, not so big, actually)
Help my friend name his inn in Kyoto [more inside]
How long will my point-and-shoot underwater digital camera stay waterproof?
How long will my point-and-shoot underwater digital camera stay waterproof? [more inside]
August 5
Table Hockey in the dark?
Table Hockey in the dark? [more inside]
Sydney and Melbourne with a baby?
Sydney and Melbourne with a 10-month-old in September. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by k8t at 10:36 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by k8t at 10:36 PM PST - 24 comments
Authentic Charity for donationing car to breast cancer
I want to donate my car to a charity, specifically for breast cancer, how do a choose and how do i know they are for real? [more inside]
Sublet issues
Trying to untangle a mess- breaking a sublet contract which may have been illegal in the first place. [more inside]
Are there any alt comix artists on Twitter?
Are there any alt comix artists on Twitter? [more inside]
posted by Josh Coe at 9:36 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Josh Coe at 9:36 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me find more pants like my favorite pair
I can't find any pants that are anything like my favorite pair. And I'm not even sure if my favorite pair is reasonably fashionable, in the first place. Help? [more inside]
posted by Jacen Solo at 9:32 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Jacen Solo at 9:32 PM PST - 39 comments
Which cell phone carrier is best for making calls from Eastern Europe to the US?
My father, a physician, is going on an European cruise through Denmark, Russia, Finland, Estonia, Norway, Sweden, and Georgia. He needs a cell phone plan that will allow him to call his patients here in the U.S. from each of those countries. He will be on this trip for roughly two weeks. He is more concerned about connectivity in each country, rather than price. What would be his best option?
posted by invisible ink at 9:01 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by invisible ink at 9:01 PM PST - 18 comments
How is it that people can post videos of illegal acts onto YouTube and they can't be found?
How is it that people can post videos of illegal acts onto YouTube and they can't be found? I remember watching a video where someone has a camera mounted on the front of their motorcycle and they thread through traffic at insane speeds. I always thought that there would be some electronic trail the cops could follow. [more inside]
Those "Save As" and "Open" locations...
I'm in Windows XP. Whenever I manage files in various apps, like "save as" or "open file," there's that stack of location icons on the left such as My Recent Documents, Desktop, My Computer, My Network Places, etc.
I want to destroy the My Recent Documents and My Network Places locations and add a custom folder or drive to that stack of location icons--or whatever the heck you call that. There must be a way! (Apologies if this has been asked, but I don't even know what that stack of icons is called so I can't search for it...)
posted by Ky at 8:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Ky at 8:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Scoring special tickets at TIFF
Does anyone know if members of the general public can buy/get tickets to "special presentations" of films at the Toronto International Film Festival? [more inside]
posted by Cyrie at 8:11 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Cyrie at 8:11 PM PST - 2 comments
Not the good kind of weed.
I have a quarter acre of weeds I don't want to tend. [more inside]
posted by Octoparrot at 8:07 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by Octoparrot at 8:07 PM PST - 27 comments
Is English abnormal?
language-philes -- Isnt English weird for not having conjugated verbs? Even its closest relatives - german and the romance languages - have conjugated verbs. Please to explain? [more inside]
What is proper dating etiquette?
What is proper dating etiquette? [more inside]
New to contracting in Australia and need some payroll/tax advice!
New to contracting, and new to Australia. Can someone please help me find a company to sort out my insurances and payroll (and the 'living away from home allowance' -- or recommend an accountant if I need one? [more inside]
posted by Flying Squirrel at 7:39 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Flying Squirrel at 7:39 PM PST - 9 comments
What creative plot devices have been ruined by technology?
What inventions/societal changes besides cell phones have effectively "ruined" plot devices for stories in movies, TV, books, and so forth? [more inside]
Need a microphone that can survive high temperatures (~500F)
I need to amplify the sound of a carbon arc in a WW2 era searchlight. The mic will be inside the drum of the searchlight, about 25" away from the arc. The temperatures at that distance should be 500F or less. Are there any microphones that will operate happily at that kind of temperature? [more inside]
posted by gribbly at 7:12 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by gribbly at 7:12 PM PST - 9 comments
What's this bug I found in my bed?
BugFilter: Found a bug on my bed. Legs are in the wrong location on the body for it to be a bedbug, so what is it? Photo here. [more inside]
posted by roomwithaview at 7:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by roomwithaview at 7:12 PM PST - 8 comments
sneaky little bathroom flies
Little flies coming into the house through the pipes in the bathtub - how to get rid of them? [more inside]
European Leisure Travel Statistics / Effect of economic downturn
How badly has the economy affected leisure travel to Europe over the summer of 2009? [more inside]
posted by cheez-it at 7:00 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by cheez-it at 7:00 PM PST - 7 comments
He said I'm chubby, but now he says he didn't mean it...
A week ago, my boyfriend of three years said that I was chubby. I am hurt, and having trouble moving on. Am I overreacting? [more inside]
posted by BusyBusyBusy at 6:58 PM PST - 86 comments
posted by BusyBusyBusy at 6:58 PM PST - 86 comments
Why won't my Mac Pro recognize my internet connection
When I shut my Mac Pro off for a few hours and turn it on, it does not recognize my internet connection. I am having trouble diagnosing the problem. [more inside]
My lack of freezer knowlege gives me the chills.
Buying a freezer. Any advice? [more inside]
Circuit Builder in Minneapolis
Circuit builder in Minneapolis area? [more inside]
Help me find the name of this 1980/90s Soviet film
Back when I was growing up in the Soviet Union (1986-1993), I remember seeing a Russian film that I haven't been able to identify. I think it was called "Spiralka" (meaning "spiral" in the native Russian). It was about a criminal who has a motorcycle accident that permanently damages his brain. He receives a brain transplant from some sort of an intellectual (a writer, a professor, not sure which). Unsurprisingly, the transplant leads to various complications, not the least of which is a profound personality change on the part of the criminal. He begins to read more, immerses himself in philosophy, and begins to feel genuine remorse for the crimes he's committed. In the end (and this is a scene I clearly remember) the criminal dies but not before seeing the brain donor standing before him immersed in a white light. Did I imagine this movie or does it really exist?
I live with my mother; enough said.
I've got debt, no car, no prospects. And I live with my mom. Make me feel like I won't be stuck here forever, in a swirling vortex of nagging and dead-end Craigslist job ads. [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 5:28 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 5:28 PM PST - 45 comments
How do I deal with a coworker (and potential friend) that is distracting me at work?
How do I deal with a coworker (and potential friend) who is distracting me at work? [more inside]
How do you find a good plumber?
How does one go about finding a good plumber anyway? [more inside]
How to advance a career in Content Managment/Tech Writing
Straight out of college, I stumbled into a nice job as a Content Manager/Technical Writer for a major corporation's website. What can I do to help my career in this field? [more inside]
Help my find punk rock in Beijing
Help me find punk rock in Beijing. [more inside]
IM to Mobile service not working
I am trying to use AOL instant messenger's IM to Mobile service. My girlfriend has always sent text messages to my phone while on her aim using +1(insert my area code)(insert my phone number). It stopped working out of nowhere. It's only with her screen name. I've tried quite a few solutions. Help? [more inside]
Administrative assistant role RUT
I need help/guidance getting out of a rut of my own doing. I have been steadily employed since I graduated high school. Unfortunately these have all been in clerical/administrative/coordinating roles. Now I'm 29 yrs old. While I have taken on more responsibilities I just can't seem to get away from being an administrative assistant. I am ready to redo my resume and start looking for other jobs. [more inside]
Sweden Filter: Telenor and SMS to US, and a little more
1. Why won't my sms's go through
2. Any way to permanently change all my numbers to have a +1 in the front?
3. Help with roaming charges [more inside]
Unnumbered thebibliography in LaTeX?
In LaTeX, how do I get \thebibliography{} to not number items? I just want them listed plainly, with a hanging indent if they spill over a single line. I don't want to use BibTeX. [more inside]
What goes where?
What are some methods for compartmentalizing my life? [more inside]
e_SEmD e-sluthing
I was browsing a favourite blog of mine, and inserted seemingly randomly was this text: e_SEmD. Being curious, I did a quick google search and found that tag littered throughout thousands of sites. Anyone have any idea what this is?
posted by ChefQuix at 2:31 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ChefQuix at 2:31 PM PST - 4 comments
He'll kill me if I sabotage his computer parts...
What is the safest way to store computer parts in a plastic bin? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by sporaticgenius at 2:22 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by sporaticgenius at 2:22 PM PST - 8 comments
Book ID: Painters trap their subjects in paintings by using bodily fluids.
IDThisBookFilter: I'm looking for a fantasy book by several authors which features a family of painters who can trap people in a painting if they mix their bodily fluids in with the paint. [more inside]
posted by snoogles at 2:20 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by snoogles at 2:20 PM PST - 3 comments
Beauty items not packaged in plastic?
Plastic-free beauty filter: I'm researching how to diminish the amount of plastic I am using from day to day, and I'm about to attack my personal-care items. Does anyone have suggestions for shampoos, deodorants, face washes, lotions, toothpastes, etc., that don't come packed in plastic containers? I'm interested in commercially available stuff and also recipes I can make at home if the components aren't too plastic-y.
Help me avoid spending like a sailor on shore leave
What are some tips on wisely handling an increase in income? [more inside]
Looking for a way to take notes without writing.
A friend of mine is starting college next month, and she has been diagnosed with dysgraphia (from what I understand, it hinders her ability to write and organize ideas quickly). [more inside]
Please help me set up some Access forms.
I have two questions about setting up MS Access forms:
1) Currently, I have a form to enter the volunteer id, shift start time and shift stop time, but the client doesn't want to have to look up the id in a report. Is there a way to create a selection list from the volunteer's names? What other options are there?
2) On the "add/edit a volunteer" form, I'd like to be able to choose tasks from a selection list. The tasks table has id and name. The "tasks of volunteers" join table has volunteer id and task id. How do I set this up? I can't seem to get the right combination of configurations. [more inside]
How do I do the best job of recording the story of my parents lives?
I want to record my parents telling the story of their lives. I would love to hear tips, pointers, guides, resources or your experiences of doing the same thing - anything which might help me do as good a job as possible would be appreciated. [more inside]
posted by therubettes at 1:39 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by therubettes at 1:39 PM PST - 15 comments
Should we drink this 1980 Nederburg Dry Red?
Is the 1980 bottle of dry red Nederburg wine I have going to be drinkable? [more inside]
posted by ashputtel at 1:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ashputtel at 1:24 PM PST - 9 comments
I'm looking for a device that can wireless play any video file and access bbc iplayer, hulu etc
I have a popcorn hour downstairs connected to my wireless router. I’m looking for a cheap small low power consuming (if that possible) device that I can use with my HD ready TV upstairs via wireless.
It needs to:
Be able to play the usually file formats/codec e.g. divx, h264 etc.
Be able to display up to 720p video via HDMI
Be able to connect wirelessly to my router
Bra able to play video files from the popcorn hour
Be able to view service like BBC iplayer and hulu
Does such a device exist or would I have to compromise on some of the above?
Rescuing old "60 Minutes" episode from the memory hole?
Trying to find memory-holed "60 Minutes" episode from 1986... can anyone help? [more inside]
posted by cgs06 at 1:20 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by cgs06 at 1:20 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find a good afterschool program?
How do I look for an afterschool program for my soon to be preschooler? [more inside]
Falling between the cracks.
Why does this google search not find this AskMe thread? Or what can I do to my search terms to make this search work? [more inside]
Ho to make photoshop save photos?
How can I save JPG images in Photoshop CS so that a digital camera can read them? Cheap crappy software can do this easily, but no matter what file settings I use in Photoshop, I've never been able to get any of my digital cameras to be able to read any JPG that was written by Photoshop - I have to load and re-save them with other piece of software to get them to work. Surely there is a way to make Photoshop save JPG files that cameras can read? [more inside]
Help me gain better administrative skills at my nonprofit -- audits, accounting, and taxes
Help me with my nonprofit's accounting and audit practices. Just looking for some general tips on (1) learning the basics on accounting; (2) learning how to prepare audits most efficiently; and (3) bonus points for help on the more stringent 2008 IRS filing requirements for nonprofits. [more inside]
Four of the clock it was, so I as I guesse
How can I estimate the time that a photo was taken? [more inside]
posted by zvs at 12:57 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by zvs at 12:57 PM PST - 11 comments
How do I rip an entire CD to a single mp3 on a Mac?
How do I rip an entire CD to a single mp3 on a Mac? [more inside]
posted by kaufmajm at 12:57 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kaufmajm at 12:57 PM PST - 10 comments
Inability to scroll browser screen
I'm using Firefox 3.5.1, and annoyingly often I can't scroll up or down or sideways on a page by using the space bar or the appropriate arrows or even the page up and page down keys. I end up having to use the sliding do-hickey on the right of the screen. It seems to happen more frequently with some sites than others--the NY Times is one of the worst. The Metafilter sites are seldom if ever a problem. This occurred even before I upgraded to 3.5.1. If anyone out there has a convenient fix for this, I'd greatly appreciate learning about it. Thanks.
Metafilter:Guidelines :: Apartment:???
What are some things you wish you knew (or were glad you knew) before you moved into your first apartment with roommates? I'm looking for methods of splitting up chores, cooking, finances, resolving disputes, and dealing with common problems.
Do bacteria survive freezing and thawing?
Will frozen buttermilk thaw with its active cultures intact and...well...active? Ditto for yogurt. [more inside]
posted by peachfuzz at 12:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by peachfuzz at 12:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Excel AVERAGE questions.
Trying to get some modified AVERAGE results in Excel. [more inside]
posted by FatherDagon at 12:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by FatherDagon at 12:38 PM PST - 5 comments
I need health insurance (me and everyone else...)
Ohshitfilter: Temporary health insurance options in NJ? [more inside]
Wills and estates lawyer in Vancouver
Looking for a good lawyer in Vancouver, BC, specializing in wills and estates, to revise our wills and give us more general legal advice about estate planning. How should we go about this, and what criteria should we use? (My wife and I are early 40s, two children under 10, middle class.)
Work vs. love, recession edition: How to deal with concurrent uncertainty with love and career choices in an abysmal economy?
Work vs. love, recession edition: How to deal with concurrent uncertainty with love and career choices in an abysmal economy? [more inside]
Will e-cigarettes work for me?
Are there any smoker mefites out there who have tried e-cigarettes? I'm considering purchasing an e-cigarette to help me quit smoking, but I'm afraid that it will turn out to be just a temporary novelty. [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 11:48 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by kitcat at 11:48 AM PST - 16 comments
Automated detection of corrupted files.
I have about 100 gigabytes of MP3 files on my iPod that have been passaged through several iPods and failing laptop hard drives, and about 10% of the tracks have become corrupted and have little audible glitches in them. That's really annoying. Does this kind of damage leave behind some kind of tell-tale signature that I could get my computer to search for and give me a list of tracks that need re-ripping? Is there some kind of Mac (or at a pinch other OS) program that can identify the dodgy tracks? Or do I just need to spend however many hundred hours listening with pen and paper at hand?
posted by nowonmai at 11:31 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by nowonmai at 11:31 AM PST - 8 comments
Flood recovery options sans flood insurance
Flood recovery - What all do I need to be concerned with after my house flooded? [more inside]
Recommendations for a two way radio
I'd like recommendations for a cheap, simple two way radio for a child. Hopefully something I could get in store today. [more inside]
Hand controls for driving?
How do I get started adapting my car for hand controls? [more inside]
I need an inexpensive, yet reliable moving company in Chicago?
Can anyone recommend a reliable, yet reasonably priced moving service/company in Chicago? [more inside]
So what's going on in NYC this weekend?
I know this is a semi-silly question with near infinite possibilities for answers, but what should I be doing to feel a little less like a tourist while I'm in Manhattan this weekend? [more inside]
Hosting Gametable on Amazon S3 or Linux Hosting Account?
My friends and I use a java based program called Gametable to play long distance Dungeons and Dragons. We're having trouble finding someone who can host the game each week. Firewalls and general computer problems are preventing one of us from hosting the game. Can I use my linux hosting account (or even better my Amazon s3 account) to host Gametable? [more inside]
West Maui December Surfing
West Maui (Kaanapali beach) in late December. Is the surf going to be appropriate for a beginner? [more inside]
Evaluating roommates!
RoommateFilter: I'm in my fourth year of university and I'm going to be getting back on campus in the spring after taking a year off. What kind of questions should I ask potential roommates at apartments I look at?
Help me adios this photo from my FB page
Wasting my AskMe on Facebook, grrr: On my page, under "Photos," it says "Photos of HotToddy" and "HotToddy's Albums." The albums are indeed photos I have posted, but under "Photos of HotToddy," someone has somehow posted a picture that is not of me and that I want removed--but there is no option to delete. What to do?
Please make this Libirum stop spoiling my water
My doctor recently prescribed some Librium for awful stomach cramps. It seems that it is making all my food and drink now taste just terrible, like it's all got nutrasweet in it. I know the simple answer here is "just stop taking it", but that's really not an option.
The Google is useless on this, and I really miss drinking water that tastes like water, and not water with some awful chemical in it.
I guess, long question short:
Is this the medication causing this or do I have a brain tumor?
Identify this Old Movie?
MovieFilter: The name of the movie made in the early 1940s that had this "make the twerps want to be the bad guy" scene: the bad guy is traveling down a country road at night, riding in the back seat of his "powerful black car." He touches something on the floor in front of him that reveals a panel with a speedometer and an accelerator pedal. He presses hard on the pedal, and we watch the needle go up and up and his driver desperately struggling to keep the careening car from going off the road.
posted by RichardS at 9:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by RichardS at 9:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Its a necessity dammit!
Is there any place to purchase sunscreen at the Orlando International Airport? [more inside]
posted by QUHZK at 9:33 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by QUHZK at 9:33 AM PST - 7 comments
5.1 Sound system on the cheap
Help a clueless dude buy a nice 5.1 speaker set [more inside]
posted by bouchacha at 9:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by bouchacha at 9:32 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me not Dooce myself
Is there such a thing as a human blog editor? [more inside]
How do get a copy of a Ph.D thesis on Hillary Clinton's hairdos?
Was a Ph.D. thesis actually written on Hillary Clinton's hairdos? If so how do I get a copy? [more inside]
posted by fishtree at 9:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by fishtree at 9:07 AM PST - 7 comments
What's Fun for Teenagers in San Francisco?
What are fun things for teenagers to see and do in San Francisco? [more inside]
Recovery of US casino jackpot tax withholdings
As a Canadian, how do I recover gambling tax withholding from winnings at Las Vegas casinos? [more inside]
posted by albertagirl at 9:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by albertagirl at 9:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Name that busk
While in Paris, I stumbled upon a group playing quite an impressive strings arrangement, in a Metro station. What song is this?
posted by disillusioned at 8:55 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by disillusioned at 8:55 AM PST - 4 comments
Arise, Sir Pacman!
Heraldry buffs, can you help? I've been googling and flicking through ordinaries to no avail because I don't even know the name for this strange medieval symbol to begin with [more inside]
10 hour layover in Miami....What to do?
Your Tips and Resources for Using An External Flash
Help me make the absolute best of my new external camera flash! [more inside]
posted by nfg at 8:32 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by nfg at 8:32 AM PST - 10 comments
Scootering back to Aus (Melbourne) from UK and want to transfer my motorcyle license.
Scootering back to Aus (Melbourne) from UK and want to transfer my motorcyle license.
I have a UK A1 class motorcycle license (A full A1 licence permits you to ride any motorcycle up to 125cc and a power output of up to 11kW (14.6 bhp) without `L' plates, carry pillion passengers and use motorways.) Can this be transferred to something useful back in Aus (Victoria) so I can ride a Vespa (150cc) with sitting any more tests or having L/P plates??
posted by lamby at 8:27 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by lamby at 8:27 AM PST - 3 comments
Victorian-lit-pastry-filter: What would a Christminster Cake look like in reality?
In Jude the Obscure, Jude turns to creating and selling Christminster Cakes, pastry representations of Chrstminster, Hardy’s stand-in for Oxford. What would one of these cakes actually look like? How can I make one? [more inside]
posted by Doug at 8:26 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Doug at 8:26 AM PST - 9 comments
Bo Knows . . .
Health Mystery Solved. I have been given a diagnosis of avascular necrosis. My general practitioner relayed these results to me after she saw my MRI results. On Friday I meet with an orthopedic surgeon. Please help me prepare. [more inside]
Making a new city out of an old city
I'm about to move back to my hometown for two years, and would like to try living as if it's a new city instead of slipping back into my old life there. Any thoughts? [more inside]
posted by carbide at 8:19 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by carbide at 8:19 AM PST - 8 comments
Ring
My shiny IPhone 3GS will be arriving in a few days. Please help a girl who somewhere in the past 5 years became overwhelmed by the increasingly futuristic features of electronics get the most out of her new toy. [more inside]
Please recommend a replacement input device for my Macbook, the trackpad isn't working for me.
Loathe the new Macbook trackpad in XP, what input device should I use instead that doesn't require a desk and is OK for gaming? [more inside]
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks at 8:13 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks at 8:13 AM PST - 7 comments
Met net vs associate vs individual???
Can you explain the differences between the various Metropolitan Museum of Art memberships? In particular, if you have one, why did you pick that one and not another?
posted by smackfu at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by smackfu at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
What is it good for?
What are some good recent military history books? [more inside]
posted by mkb at 7:39 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by mkb at 7:39 AM PST - 18 comments
MCITP & Me?
Within the next year I want to get as many MCITP certifications as possible. What are the best personal-time resources for me? And what should I know going forward? Any advice? [more inside]
Games without frontiers...
What games out there are similar to Settlers of Catan? [more inside]
posted by cooker girl at 7:33 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by cooker girl at 7:33 AM PST - 41 comments
What's better -- high pay or a good team?
Should I stick with a secure, high-paying IT career where I'm a solo developer with no possibility of advancement, or switch to a much-lesser paying career where I can be part of a team and a larger company and perhaps even advance in the next few years? [more inside]
Which way round does a shirt hanger go?
Which side of a curved shirt hanger should be at the front of a shirt - the concave or convex? And why?
posted by Huw at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Huw at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
Do not pass Go.
Looking for organic German beer in the US.
I had some very tasty organic been in Germany years ago. It was brewed by Rother Bräu, and was either the Öko Urtrunk, Öko Ur-Weizen or the Öko Ur-Pils. I may have even tried all three at various times. I'd love to be able to track down any (if not all three) of these in the US. How do I do this? [more inside]
How should I fix this towel bar?
How should I fix this Towel Bar that's coming off the wall in my bathroom? [more inside]
posted by Bokononist at 7:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Bokononist at 7:11 AM PST - 13 comments
Help me find a long lost app!
Help me find a windows application that monitors processes CPU usage and adjusts their priority accordingly. [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 7:08 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 7:08 AM PST - 2 comments
lunching with interns
i've become somewhat chummy with an intern at work this summer. i guess i have a stupid little crush on her actually. she's leaving in a couple of weeks. is it a bad idea to have lunch with her away from the workplace? professionally AND socially? nothing is going to happen beyond this, it would be logistically impossible. (i'm twice her age, married 15+ yrs) - it is rare for me to "click" with people, but when i do, it's significant, as in this case, i'm somewhat of an individualist. i've talked a couple of times to my wife about intern etc, but would not go out of my way to tell her about a lunch, "lunching" is atypical for me --but if she learned, would probably roll her eyes.
How do we fight the anti-immigration propaganda?
I'm sick and tired of all the downright racist, anti-immigration rhetoric being bandied about in the UK and I want to do something about it. What can I do? [more inside]
Help me identify what is growing on my feet!
On my left feet, there are a couple of spots (~7 of them). These spots are about 5 mm in diameter, and they occur at the pressure points of my feet. They appear to be places where the epidermis is unusually thickened. What are they? [more inside]
posted by moiraine at 6:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by moiraine at 6:46 AM PST - 12 comments
Thanks for the pageviews, no thanks for the spam.
I have been getting weird Wordpress referrer spam the last 4 days, but there are no injections or anything of the like on my site. [more inside]
How should I travel from Yosemite to Las Vegas sans car?
At end of August, am heading from SF to Yosemite by Amtrak train+thruway coach, staying in the middle of the park valley for a couple of nights, then heading to Las Vegas for a couple more nights and flight back to the UK. It looks like Amtrak coach+train to Bakersfield, stay overnight there, then coach to Las Vegas is the obvious itinerary, otherwise it would be an extremely long day's travel. Any other suggestions, or anywhere better to break the trip? Many thanks.
posted by elliot100 at 5:53 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by elliot100 at 5:53 AM PST - 9 comments
looking for inspiration to get out of the 9-5 grind
Do you work less than 5 days/week (9am-5pm)? and/or do you work from home? If so, what is your job, and how did you obtain it? [more inside]
Making pate palatable
Your recommendations on how to enjoy pate. [more inside]
posted by like_neon at 4:49 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by like_neon at 4:49 AM PST - 15 comments
dual for a planar graph
To erase or not to erase, that is the bookworm's question.
Before taking my used books to a used bookstore for sale or trade, should I erase the penciled-in prices inside the cover? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 4:00 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by zardoz at 4:00 AM PST - 12 comments
Sub-$300 Rebel XT Lens
Good sub-$300 Rebel XT lenses? [more inside]
Can't find it on Snopes!
A group of men from the US Government, a van and some dirty/emaciated kids? Where did I read about this supposedly true story? [more inside]
posted by ellighi at 3:49 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by ellighi at 3:49 AM PST - 2 comments
how to fix my left-click
laptop filter: the left-click that's built in to my laptop touchpad has been acting up. it has gotten really unsensitive and requires several extremely hard clicks in order to trigger a response (and that only works sometimes). the right-click works totally fine. [more inside]
What kind of exercise can I do instead of swimming to get the same benefits?
So now that my local community swimming pool has been taken over by a corporation swimming rather sucks and I'm left trying to figure out if I can replace it with a different type of exercise while still getting the same benefits. Swimming helps with my back and shoulder problems as well as increasing my cardiovascular fitness but there must be other ways to do this without joining a gym, right? [more inside]
what does this puzzle mean?
i've given up,
i cannot solve this rebus puzzle on the wall of the great britain hotel in richmond, melbourne, australia [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 1:07 AM PST - 45 comments
i cannot solve this rebus puzzle on the wall of the great britain hotel in richmond, melbourne, australia [more inside]
posted by compound eye at 1:07 AM PST - 45 comments
US expat needs new wardrobe
I'm looking for good suggestions for buying US clothes on the Internet from overseas. Clothes are so expensive here in Australia that I think it might be cheaper even with the added shipping costs. I'm looking for male clothes that could be worn to the office - trousers, shirts, shoes.
posted by Dag Maggot at 12:53 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Dag Maggot at 12:53 AM PST - 12 comments
August 4
Palm Springs VRBO
I'm considering buying a place in Palm Springs as an investment property. I'm planning to get a property manager and put it into a VRBO type system and timeshare the place out. Is there a resource for gathering the info to research this? [more inside]
Perspectives on the downward spiral, please
Need advice for books on how to deal with a family member's suicide. [more inside]
Looking for super-cheap hotel in San Francisco
A friend is visiting San Francisco from Toronto just before Christmas, and looking for recommendations for somewhere super-cheap to stay. [more inside]
Dark, danceable music.
Help me find some dark, danceable music. [more inside]
Double standards in media?
A question about acceptable body parts on TV, movies, etc. (explicit) [more inside]
Name that vintage fabric!
Trying to restore a 1951 factory prototype auto (US). Need to match some seat upholstery cloth (printed canvas - image here). Any textile folk that can help track down the manufacturer or a source for high quality reproduction? [more inside]
seeking bargain priced ipod clock radio
seeking a bargain priced ipod clock radio + charging station [more inside]
Dogs Who Wear Their Own Velvet and Lace Collars?
Dandified Dogs Get Off The Island? [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian at 8:51 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Lipstick Thespian at 8:51 PM PST - 5 comments
What is the accepted practice for listing your publications in your resume?
When listing publications in your resume what is the accepted practice for the order of the authors? [more inside]
At least it was a shit job.
In Queensland, Australia: I've been laid off from a job for which I've never had a contract. No notice, no redundancy payments offered, etc. I'm screwed, right? I imagine so, but just checking. [more inside]
Excel Programming Book
Can anyone recommend a good book for medium-advanced level vba programming for Excel?
Looking for resources on UK/European fútbol.
Looking for resources on UK/European fútbol. [more inside]
Help me stop sounding like such a ditz on the phone!
Help me stop sounding like such a ditz on the phone! [more inside]
posted by oinopaponton at 7:02 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by oinopaponton at 7:02 PM PST - 19 comments
When is that tiny paycheck worth it?
My yearly take-home income at my day job is about 17K. I'm starting to reevaluate exactly how long I can live on something like that, and I'd like some advice. Is it foolish to leave a steady paycheck in a bad economy, even if that paycheck is peanuts, for a "possibly" more lucrative option? For those of you who have left a job you were unhappy with when times were rough, do you regret it? [more inside]
How do you find out which areas of town are zoned for good schools?
So just over a year ago we had a baby, and eventually she is going to want to go to school. Are there websites with maps of cities that have information about schools? [more inside]
posted by ND¢ at 6:50 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ND¢ at 6:50 PM PST - 5 comments
Shaving Advice Sought
Want to look my best for tomorrow, seeking shaving advice. [more inside]
posted by ®@ at 6:43 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by ®@ at 6:43 PM PST - 25 comments
fixing a sticky trackpad
Is it possible to de-stick my new laptop's trackpad? [more inside]
What great town Web sites are there? Or what should be on one?
I have an opportunity to produce a kickass community Web site for my town. What cities already have wonderfully interactive, community Web sites I can look at for inspiration, or what do you think a killer town Web site should have or be like? [more inside]
posted by wackybrit at 5:44 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by wackybrit at 5:44 PM PST - 13 comments
River of news.
I hate feed aggregation software. I want to set something like this up (which uses this), but I know nothing about Python. Are there any alternatives? [more inside]
The steaks are high
From what height would you need to drop a steak for it to be cooked (a) rare (b) medium-rare (c) well done by the heat of its passage through the atmosphere? [more inside]
posted by Hogshead at 5:34 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Hogshead at 5:34 PM PST - 26 comments
Which color for which region of the world?
I leave for West Africa a week from today and am having a voltage converter issue. Which plug will work? [more inside]
posted by ekf at 5:31 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ekf at 5:31 PM PST - 3 comments
Good HSA custodian wanted
Best direct-to-consumer HSA custodian? [more inside]
What's the shift pattern on a 1980 Toyota pickup?
What's the shift pattern on a 1980 Toyota pickup? The 4-speed shifter, not the 4WD.
posted by attercoppe at 5:14 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by attercoppe at 5:14 PM PST - 13 comments
At least no one will see the socks now that they're bunched up by my toes.
Where can I get "no show" ankle socks that don't slide down? [more inside]
posted by mittenedsex at 5:06 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by mittenedsex at 5:06 PM PST - 12 comments
Where can I find the Polish film "Requiem dla 500,000"?
My father, a holocaust survivor, is interested in a Polish film called "Requiem dla 500,000" (Requiem for 500,000, directed by Waclaw Kazimierczak and Jerzy Bossak). I was entrusted with the task of getting a hold of it (purchase/download etc). Where should I start? I couldn't find it on Amazon, Google Video, etc.
posted by ovesh at 4:47 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ovesh at 4:47 PM PST - 4 comments
What's the story behind those filler pages you see when you look at unused domain names?
What's the story behind those filler pages you see when you look at unused domain names? [more inside]
posted by jeisme at 4:29 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jeisme at 4:29 PM PST - 12 comments
How best to obtain visas for travel in Vietnam?
Is it best to get a Vietnam / Cambodia visa from the consulate, or from one of the companies that provide visas to travelers? [more inside]
posted by pariser at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by pariser at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Baltimore Free or Low Cost Clinic
Are there any free or low cost clinics in or around Baltimore MD that are accessible by public transit? [more inside]
Should I disclose a past suicide attempt (and subsequent hospitalization) on my state Bar application?
Should I disclose a past suicide attempt (and subsequent hospitalization) on my state Bar application? [more inside]
How to get rid of credit card debt?
Credit Card debt for teh first time in my life, I'm lost as to what my options are. [more inside]
Name that poem!
Name that poem! Several years ago I came across a poem on a website that collected a lot of 'classic' English language poems, the sort of stuff you'd find in a Norton anthology. This one was written by a woman, and it was about thinking of someone who was separated by distance. I think there was some mention of 'cold wine' and 'crisp toast'. It was very modern and conversational, so it's definitely not from Browning, Millay, etc.
MySQL to webpage
What is the easiest way to share data from MySql to a web page on Windows [more inside]
Lake Como (sail)boat rental
Trying to rent a sail or motor boat on lake como in Italy. Preferably near mid-lake as I'm staying in varenna. Just looking for a small 2-3 seat sailboat ideally.
posted by patrad at 3:21 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by patrad at 3:21 PM PST - 3 comments
Haggis in Minneapolis
Can you help me decipher this airline ticket code?
Can you help me decipher this airline ticket code? [more inside]
Help me remember where I found this image
Please help me remember the art blog where I found this image a few days ago. It's possibly from notcot.org, ffffound.com, or booooooom.com, but don't restrict your search to those sites. The post may or may not have included the words "fairy tale."
posted by alitorbati at 1:57 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by alitorbati at 1:57 PM PST - 3 comments
Can you keep a better tv if that's what they deliver?
We just bought a television from a reputable online retailer. It was delivered today via a freight carrier, but it was the wrong one and had another customer's name on it. However, it is MUCH nicer. Ours was $1000, this is $3500. We called and now they will come back and give us our crappy one and take this beautiful one back, and now we are overcome with remorse. The kicker is the swap won't happen for a week so we need to stare at this big ass box for 7 days. Should we have just kept the nicer one? Ethical issues aside, would we have had a legal right (we are in the US) to keep it? Do we now?
Imitating the iPhone
Help me make SMS alerts on my Pre sound like the iPhone! I am looking for a .wav file of the little "bing! bing!" sound that the iPhone makes when it gets an SMS. Anyone have a copy or know where I could find one? Thanks!
Intergalactic hip hop, where are you?
Can you point me toward some slammin' science fiction-themed hip hop? [more inside]
posted by slappy_pinchbottom at 1:52 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by slappy_pinchbottom at 1:52 PM PST - 37 comments
Simple bra alternatives?
Are there any alternatives to bras? Bonus points for historical or non-American bosom support solutions. [more inside]
Is that a conversation we had, or did I just dream it?
I remember things that didn't actually happen - I dreamed them. This is inconvenient, but is it a problem? [more inside]
Money for nothing and your chicks for free?
My boyfriend of almost seven years is a "starving artist". I love him and I love being with him.But seriously, can I expect this to ever change? [more inside]
3-5 days and good programming skills. I wanna build something cool!
I have 3-5 days (starting tomorrow!) in which I'm off from work, and have really nothing planned. As a developer geek in a crappy economy, I'm looking at looming unemployment and/or the start of a freelance career in the very near future. I want to this time making "something" that I can use in my portfolio to show potential employers/clients. What on earth can I build? [more inside]
Using a Time Capsule to extend a Verizon MiFi's wifi network?
Is it possible use an Apple Airport Extreme base station or Time Capsule to extend a Verizon MiFi's wireless network? [more inside]
posted by ewagoner at 1:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ewagoner at 1:23 PM PST - 5 comments
What do you charge to not do any work, but instead sit around and wait, just in case?
I have no idea what to charge to be "on call" for a year, just in CASE a computer has a problem. [more inside]
Since I can't sell my time, help me give it away for free!
I've been applying for entry-level paid laboratory positions here in San Francisco with little success. How can I go about finding a lab position as a volunteer instead? [more inside]
posted by eiramazile at 1:07 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by eiramazile at 1:07 PM PST - 12 comments
Friends don't stress friends out!
How do you extricate yourself from a family-oriented friendship? Very long and pathetic story to follow. [more inside]
When did Kakashi get his eye?
NarutoFilter: Please help me confirm what I thought I saw. The recent (in the anime) depiction of Kakashi's acquisition of Obito's eye goes against what I recall seeing earlier in the show. [more inside]
Is the subsidized Stafford a better deal?
Should my son accept a partial subsidized Stafford Loan at 5.6% then pay the balance with a variable rate private LOC, or should he skip the Stafford if the LOC's current interest rate is 4%? [more inside]
Can I safely disassemble my CD player, or will it blind me?
Can I safely disassemble my carousel-style CD player, or will the laser [blind me/ fry me/ cross the streams and produce total protonic reversal]? [more inside]
posted by Elsa at 12:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Elsa at 12:31 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me rep my hometown and my president!
Where can I find a "Cleveland Baracks" t-shirt? [more inside]
Advice for a first-time DSLR owner?
I've just ordered a learning DSLR, so please help me learn! [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 12:22 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 12:22 PM PST - 26 comments
Quote about building prisons or schools
Quotefilter: "If given the choice between prison and schools, Americans will always choose prisons." Who said it? [more inside]
Leather Jacket
I bought myself a leather jacket in the biker style. The jacket length is perhaps an inch or so too long. The jacket is made from thick and still somewhat creaky leather. What can I do to alter it? Would you advise me to attempt it myself?
humiliating stakes for a friendly wager?
i've been recruited to help set the stakes for a friendly wager on the ole miss / alabama game in october. while money can be involved, the bet should be more centered around humiliation of some sort. any ideas for an entertaining bet between an already-tough-to-embarrass male and female friend?
Wood deck vs. stone patio
I'm going to build a deck or patio in my backyard, but I'm trying to make the final decision between poured/stamped concrete, stone pavers, or a standard wood deck... [more inside]
Can I use a depilatory cream on my male genitals?
Can I use a depilatory cream on my male genitals? or
Non-sharp ball hair removal suggestions. [more inside]
Please help us improve our office phone system on the cheap.
I work in a small office with a small budget where the only full-time employees are my assistant and I, and we have separate offices. Our office has two phone lines. When one is busy, the other rings. Line one is our published office number. We each have our own voice mailbox. The problem is that you only get the "Press 1 to speak to [her], press 2 to speak to [me]" when both lines are busy or no one answers. I want to set up things so that people can select who they would like to speak to before the phone rings on our end. [more inside]
posted by 4ster at 11:38 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by 4ster at 11:38 AM PST - 4 comments
My mystifying metabolism, defying all logic
Over the last 4 weeks, I've changed both my eating habits and my exercise habits pretty drastically. Yet I'm still at the exact same weight and body fat percentage. Why? [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 11:35 AM PST - 57 comments
posted by egeanin at 11:35 AM PST - 57 comments
where to view meteors in colorado
question on viewing the persiad meteor shower on the front range in colorado. [more inside]
Mysterious Initials: TGFMAI
I process credit cards for a hospital -- mostly statements that patients have paid by mail.
Sometimes the patient will write "TGFMAI" on the statement, under the amount. Does anyone know what could mean?
posted by Toothless Willy at 11:30 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Toothless Willy at 11:30 AM PST - 22 comments
I don't know, I just write this stuff...
I've picked up a freelance job writing simple financial-advice articles, but now and then the topics they give me to write about don't always work. Sometimes it's easy for me to spot the ones that don't make sense -- but not always, because I don't have a financial background. Can someone who does tell me if this statement (inside) about loans makes sense? [more inside]
into a black hole
Any Cloudy Nights folks on MeFi? I am googling around in getting going with backyard astronomy and Cloudy Nights appears to be (or to have been) a decent resource, but it has been nothing but failed MySQL connections and php pathing errors since I started digging. Any info? Is it dead, Bones? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark at 11:17 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mwhybark at 11:17 AM PST - 4 comments
Need to find book sales stats
How can I find sales stats and chart statistics for books released over the past 30 years? [more inside]
Illustrations for child's space-themed mural?
Our son is getting too old for the animals on his wall, and we'd like to do a space theme (rockets, the real planets, etc). We've found that by enlarging an image and printing it out on clear label paper, we can make murals using our favorite illustrations, either found online or in books (technique originally posted here).
So, we're looking for cool illustrations of the planets, rockets, etc. Preferably with a Mary Blairish, 1950's feel. Any suggestions, either on the internet or book recommendations?
Honey, I can't shrink this FLV!
Looking for advice on flash video compression. I can't seem to produce the small, high quality files that others are. [more inside]
Help in getting a diagnosis for pain/odd sensations
My niece, age 29, has had a series of progressively more severe and widespread symptoms (pain in her joints and limbs, odd sensations) that have developed over the last 10 months. She has had difficulty getting a diagnosis as well as a lack of guidance from medical professionals in trying to pursue how to get a diagnosis (and hopefully treatment). Up until this time, she has been healthy, leading an active life but as of now, she is severely hampered in doing the
simplest things. I would be most grateful for some guidance from the hive mind in getting a diagnosis for this puzzling set of symptoms, what medical specialty should be consulted and whether there is anything else that should be included as helpful to a physician approaching this case. Apologies in advance for the lengthy description. [more inside]
Advice for a first time user of a Diva cup
I bought a Diva Cup and I'm about to use it for the first time. Is there any piece of advice you can give me along the lines of "I wish someone had told me this before I started using one...." [more inside]
Help Me Overthink this Plate of Job Titles
Should I ask for a title change/promotion at my job? Due to the economy, no salary increases are being done, but my review this year was excellent and I don't feel as though my title fits my job. Lots of librarian-y details follow. [more inside]
Are satellites built from old metals to avoid post-A-bomb radiation levels?
Are satellites (or satellite parts) ever made from metal salvaged from pre-1945 shipwrecks? Possibly to ensure that those metals were refined before atmospheric A-bomb explosions increased the background radiation levels? [more inside]
posted by metaBugs at 9:49 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by metaBugs at 9:49 AM PST - 17 comments
Strategizing a Lego offering
I have a substantial Lego collection and a two-year-old. Eventually I will want to introduce the two. How best to do this? [more inside]
posted by kmennie at 9:45 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by kmennie at 9:45 AM PST - 35 comments
Film Scheduling Resources?
Anyone know of some good freeware film scheduling software or templates? [more inside]
Artist groupware. Please find enclosed a list of requirements.
We're a group artists in a non-profit and are currently using Facebook to organise ourselves. I find it lacking - it's not a platform with collaboration in mind, so I'm researching alternatives. Hlep! [more inside]
posted by monocultured at 9:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by monocultured at 9:31 AM PST - 5 comments
You belong, you belong, you belong to the Merry Marvel Minutae Society!
Calling all Marvel readers! I've got a question about Daredevil's origin that my own Marvel nerdiness has failed to answer! [more inside]
I need a simple CMS for managing flat xml files
I build Flash applications for a living. I generally make them configurable via an xml file. I'm looking for a quick and easy solution that would allow me to set up a form that clients could fill out when they want to update the xml. NOTE: everything needs to be hosted on the client's site, to which I often have limited access. So I don't want a solution that involves complex DB management. [more inside]
RIM + Jobs
Resources for a Blackberry administrator that now has to support iphones? [more inside]
posted by anti social order at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by anti social order at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
Renting a car for the first time ever. What should I know?
Renting a car for the first time ever. What should I know? [more inside]
Give me perspective on my dad's dating situation
My parents split about a year ago. My father has started dating under unusual circumstances, and it makes me somewhat angry. Am I overreacting? How can I find peace with the situation? [more inside]
Best way to immigrate?
What's the easiest/best way for us to be together with regard to immigration and all the associated considerations? [more inside]
posted by nostrich at 7:55 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by nostrich at 7:55 AM PST - 16 comments
Swedish drunk text translation help please
Swedish drunk text translation help please :) Note: may be slightly off color language, THAT word I think I recognize! [more inside]
posted by rampy at 7:51 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by rampy at 7:51 AM PST - 14 comments
Confused, not sure what his response means?
Not sure what his response could mean, your perspective? [more inside]
posted by mdn31 at 7:45 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by mdn31 at 7:45 AM PST - 23 comments
Is 1 hour and 45 minutes enough time to make this flight connection?
Is it possible to make this Heathrow flight connection? [more inside]
posted by puffin at 7:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by puffin at 7:41 AM PST - 13 comments
Manipulating web form defaults
Is it possible to have a web browser plugin/macro that will untick boxes on a webpage by default? [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 7:37 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 7:37 AM PST - 6 comments
Crafting a fun wedding gift
Help us make a special and creative gift for a newly-married friend! [more inside]
Should a firefighter candidate disclose ADHD?
I'm a candidate for my local fire department. It's a paid position. Should I disclose my ADHD? [more inside]
The present that sticks together.
Anonymous-cos-they-might-read-it-filter: I want to make some cufflinks for my dad. What sort of glue do I want to bind things onto findings? What do I want for plastic and for metal (say, typewriter keys)? I can't weld or solder, so was wondering how other people made them.
How to install Office 2007 with a key, but without the packaged software
Office 2007. PC reformat. I have a valid product key. I don't have the original packaged software. I download the trial version, but it won't accept my old product key. What now? [more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Help my poor hair!
I have had a home hair dye disaster, and now it's too dark in some places and gingery in others. What can I do? [more inside]
Fixing a hole where the rain gets in...
Do you think my boyfriend and I are liable for water damage to our downstairs neighbors ceiling caused by our air conditioner ? [more inside]
Am I depressed, or just screwed-up?
So I’ve finally made up my mind to talk to my GP about the depression that I think I’m suffering from. I have a few days before my appointment and I’d like to get a clearer handle on things before I see him. Can you help me unpack some of this? [more inside]
I did a bad thing, and cannot seem to get over it.
I did a bad thing this weekend. Everybody I hurt has been apologized to and has forgiven me, but I'm having a hell of a time forgiving myself. [more inside]
After a stroke, what do we need to know?
About 4 weeks ago, my father had a stroke. He's more or less recovered now and is finally going to see a neurologist for his follow-up. What questions should he ask? [more inside]
Is my canola oil still safe to use?
How do tanks turn efficiently?
Tanks have long, high-friction tracks - good for going forwards, not so good for turning as the tracks would have to skid. What do tanks do to overcome this problem? [more inside]
posted by Mike1024 at 5:36 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Mike1024 at 5:36 AM PST - 20 comments
Has anyone taken a psychic reading here?
Has anyone taking a psychic reading? I am thinking of taking a reading from Char Margolis?
I do know of James Randi foundation, and I am aware that there are lots of scams. I am skeptical, but I'd like to check for myself before deciding one way or the other.
It would be great to hear from someone who has actually taken the reading (either with Char or someone else). How was the experience like? Is it worth spending the time and money (Char charges 600$).
Will a 13.3 inch notebook screen give me eyestrain
Will a 13.3 inch notebook screen give me eyestrain? [more inside]
Online Author Comparison
Is there such thing as an online tool to compare two pieces of text and determine if they were written by the same author? [more inside]
posted by cell divide at 4:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by cell divide at 4:41 AM PST - 9 comments
Looking for something between assisted-living and a live-in-nurse. Help?
GrandmaHelp Filter: What's the name for a live-in assistant/nurse who visits the house of an elderly person 3-5 days a week, helps them with grocery shopping, etc? What's the best way to find referrals for quality people that perform this service in South Florida? [more inside]
posted by xotis at 4:35 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by xotis at 4:35 AM PST - 14 comments
Why is junk food causing me aches and pains?
Can eating too much fat and sugar cause body aches? [more inside]
Summertime and the livin' is easy but damn that weather is changeable.
Since London's fickle summer is in full swing, I need recipes for dishes that can be eaten either hot or cold. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 2:49 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Mutant at 2:49 AM PST - 18 comments
Need reader feedback!
Do you receive customer (B2B) magazines from companies you work with? Do you actually read them? [more inside]
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 2:46 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 2:46 AM PST - 8 comments
Tips for organizing a large iPhoto library?
I'm about to start the colossal task of organising several years' worth of photos on my Mac in iPhoto. Workflow tips, experiences, scripts or software suggestions to make this task easier are much appreciated! [more inside]
posted by scrm at 2:23 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by scrm at 2:23 AM PST - 8 comments
Do you remember the day you started thinking in your current spoken language?
Those who have learned to speak and think in another language, do you remember the age (and day) you started thinking in your current spoken language? [more inside]
August 3
Magazines for Toddlers
I wanna get my two year old niece a magazine subscription. [more inside]
How to buy a car from a person
I am looking to buy a used car for cash from a local (CA) private party, not a dealer.
What do I need to know? [more inside]
Where can I find some USA-made jeans in Los Angeles?
Where can I buy jeans in Los Angeles that are made in the USA? [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed at 10:06 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by rybreadmed at 10:06 PM PST - 9 comments
How to coordinate a big backyard project?
I'm planning a whole lot of work for the back patio and yard, and I could use some advice about planning how it should go down. [more inside]
posted by tomwheeler at 9:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by tomwheeler at 9:59 PM PST - 3 comments
I am ashamed of my feet.
What should I do about my icky feet? [more inside]
Math is hard, let's go shopping.
I'm half way through my weight-loss goal but my clothes no longer fit. How does one bridge the half-way point to the "new you"? Likewise, does anyone have advice for what I assume will be the more difficult half of the process? [more inside]
Not having a psychiatrist makes me sad
Recommend a psychiatrist in NYC who accepts Oxford, for medication only; talk therapy component is already taken care of. [more inside]
My ragged geeky orange shirt - where to get a replacement for this loved Mars gear?
I don't normally wear orange, but my favorite shirt is an orange (soon to be an orange rag) that I cannot find a replacement of. SGI - Mars - sold at SIGGRAPH '98. A year or so later, I tried to get one from SGI by searching their store and writing the company, to no avail. Anyone know where I can find one that didn't get the tons of wear my holey one did? [more inside]
Do you remember a magazine for left-handed people?
When I was about 7 (1992ish) my parents got me a subscription to a magazine for left-handed people. The magazine opened backwards and contained stories and features about famous lefties. I tried Googling for it but have no idea what this magazine was or if it still exists. Anyone know anything about it? [more inside]
Clash of the Headhunters
Headhunter #1 calls me about Cool Hedge Fund (CHF) and wows me with stories of its coolness. He sends my resume. CHF "has already picked someone" and that is the end of that, I figure. A month, maybe two pass and I get a call from Headhunter #2: have I heard of Cool Hedge Fund? Would I be interested in a spot there? "Uh yeah I think I've heard of them... I suppose I would be interested" say I, nonchalantly failing to mention my prior submission through a different headhunter. This time they bite and I get a past the screener and the six-hour gruelling interview and find myself on the short list, one more interview away from the prize. All is well until one day Headhunter #1 finds out that I have interviewed with CHF under the auspices of a different headhunter. He mentions that were I to get the job, it would be a "big mess" - something about who gets fees, etc. What can I do? Who can I trust? Will it inevitably end in a battle with headhunters mounted on frothing lawyers and the CHF running away from the whole thing screaming? [more inside]
posted by Astragalus at 8:42 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Astragalus at 8:42 PM PST - 34 comments
Protecting a Laptop from the Internet
What's the best way to get a laptop ready for a sibling's trip to college? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk at 8:16 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by yellowbkpk at 8:16 PM PST - 28 comments
Vegas Strip Club for a Couple?
Any suggestions for a nice strip club in Las Vegas for a couple?? [more inside]
What's a good online FTP/code editor?
I need to replace Dreamweaver with something web based. I only use the file check-in/check-out and code coloring. I don't care about the WYSIWYG part of it (which is their main focus). Is anything out there? [more inside]
Presta valve adapter pains.
Is it a bad idea to ride my bicycle with my presta valves unscrewed and having a presta -> schrader valve adapter covering them? [more inside]
posted by 47triple2 at 8:06 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by 47triple2 at 8:06 PM PST - 13 comments
Are there professional organizers?
Is there such a thing as a professional organizer? What about for the common man? [more inside]
posted by rahnefan at 8:02 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by rahnefan at 8:02 PM PST - 15 comments
I want to post my own online poker tournament. How do I do this?
I want to host my own online poker tournament with my friends. How do I do this? [more inside]
Should a person with diabetes have to hide their illness out of politeness?
Calling all diabetics: when out in public, like in restaurants for instance, do you inject your insulin/test blood sugar out in the open, or do you go to the rest room to do this? And if you do it out in the open, has anyone ever made a negative comment about it, and if so, how did/do you respond? [more inside]
posted by weesha at 7:00 PM PST - 69 comments
posted by weesha at 7:00 PM PST - 69 comments
Dual Flush Toilet
The latest issue of Good made me feel like I use water wastefully. Is it more cost/eco-effective to retrofit my existing toilets with a dual-flush kit, or should I go for a latest-gen low-flow dual flush toilet. [more inside]
Pantey Songs
We made a magazine all about pants. Not a fashion magazine or anything, just people writing/drawing/doing poems abut pants. Now it's time to launch it and I seem to need some pants-related songs for a radio show. Seems like a perfect question for the hive-mind. Any ideas?
posted by MrMisterio at 6:17 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by MrMisterio at 6:17 PM PST - 39 comments
Help me find good international music
I'm responsible for providing music for a local soccer tournament styled after the World Cup. It is a celebration of the various cultures of the immigrant communities here, and I'd like to play as much music from the participating countries as possible. Can you help? [more inside]
What's it like to own a business?
What's it like to own a business? [more inside]
Lots of money, zero support
I'm getting great scholarships, but my faculty hates me. Do I stay in grad school? [more inside]
History through hair.
What should I name my new project? (hint: it involves hair and significant historical figures). [more inside]
Why are there no new Frank Lloyd Wright buildings?
We just came out of a real estate boom where a lot of ugly buildings were built and sold for a lot of money, some by celebrity architects. Why weren't any recent buildings built from or based on Frank Lloyd Wright designs? I'm sure the estate or the foundation or whatever would charge a lot of money for licensing, but the cachet surely would've done wonders for sale prices.
posted by moonmilk at 5:38 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by moonmilk at 5:38 PM PST - 21 comments
How do I get into a top environmental policy/planning graduate program?
What is the best course of action to get into a top environmental planning or environmental policy program? A year into the consulting world I'm seeing that to advance faster, I need a graduate degree. I've decided that I want to focus on environmental planning and policy. However, I can't figure out at what stage in my career I would be the best applicant I can be. [more inside]
Under Pressure
Please explain "Friday Night Lights" to me, specifically, the college football part.
Please explain "Friday Night Lights" to me, specifically, the college football part. [more inside]
Buying a keyboard amplifier
I'm looking for a keyboard amplifier for use in a rock band. Is the roland kc-150 (65W) going to be loud enough or should I spring for the KC-350 (120W)? Or should I look for a bass amp?
posted by Tlogmer at 4:55 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Tlogmer at 4:55 PM PST - 9 comments
should I pay for match.com platinum?
[overthinking filter] Should I pay for match.com platinum? [more inside]
Eric Clapton's Glasses
What kind of glasses is Eric Clapton wearing these days? [more inside]
posted by phunniemee at 3:58 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by phunniemee at 3:58 PM PST - 1 comment
Just for fun.
FilmFilter: In Collateral, is Vincent going to kill Max at the end of the night? [more inside]
Knick knack hoarder organization
Help with affordable storage for a knick knack hoarder. [more inside]
How much science in genealogical DNA tests?
Help me, MeFi geneticists! Commercial genealogy testing - all it seems? [more inside]
Frost my mug
How can I make my beer mug as frosty as humanly possible? [more inside]
posted by c:\awesome at 3:13 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by c:\awesome at 3:13 PM PST - 22 comments
No Money, More Problems
How can I talk myself out of spending my unhappiness away? [more inside]
posted by eskers at 1:56 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by eskers at 1:56 PM PST - 19 comments
Graphic Design interview clothing?
Acceptable interview attire for graphic designers and media. How do I dress for interview and (hopefully) work on a budget? [more inside]
posted by loquacious at 1:50 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by loquacious at 1:50 PM PST - 20 comments
I've made a huge mistake.
How do I stop feeling so guilty? I can't think about anything else, it is consuming me completely. [more inside]
cheap gyms in Paris?
How can I stay physically fit while traveling through Europe? [more inside]
Help me honor the pursuit of science and truth with tattoos!
I've been thinking of getting a tattoo for a long time, but only recently decided what would be meaningful enough to have permanently emblazoned on my body. I'd like to pay tribute to Galileo and others like him - the general concept of testing hypotheses, the power of logic and rational thinking, and not believing things just because they are the status quo. In short, Science - It Works, Bitches. What are some good quotes and symbols I can incorporate into a design? [more inside]
Where did JC define "life itself?"
I love Julia Child's quote, "life itself is the proper binge." Where did it come from? [more inside]
The best urban rehab projects
Seeking success stories of land decontamination and rehabilitation in urban areas. [more inside]
Planespotting at O'Hare: The Security Aspect
What should we be prepared with if a friend and I want to go plane spotting at O'Hare? [more inside]
French-language versions of English pop songs?
I'm looking for French-language versions of well-known English-language pop songs. Any genre or era. (Bonus points for French versions of the New Wave songs from my youth...) My wife and I are learning French together, and I think this would be a fun way to add some color to that process.
How to find jobs for coding in rails through the Web?
I want to start to do freelance programming in Ruby on Rails. Although I have experiences, in programming, architectures, rails, I would like to get good sources for finding orders. Can you give me advices, how to do it well? [more inside]
posted by fifigyuri at 12:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by fifigyuri at 12:56 PM PST - 4 comments
What to send someone who's recovering from surgery
I have a friend (in Los Angeles) recovering from serious surgery. What can I send her instead of flowers that's actually useful? [more inside]
I've got the mid summer blues
Can anyone recommend a Psychiatrist and a Pyschologist (or mental health specialist) in Portland, Oregon? [more inside]
What is this, Footloose?
Where can teenagers go dancing in greater Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet at 12:48 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Methylviolet at 12:48 PM PST - 5 comments
Sexual Assault in NYC: how to address medical incompetence and find better resources for women?
Awful Filter: What are the best women's crisis centers in NYC who address rape survivors? How can I locate affordable therapy in New York for a rape survivor? How do I call attention to hospital incompetence and unqualified social workers? Much, much more inside. [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 12:28 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 12:28 PM PST - 25 comments
What happens when police find dead people?
What happens when police find dead people? [more inside]
posted by bensherman at 12:16 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bensherman at 12:16 PM PST - 15 comments
How to convert/open Outlook Express .dbx files from CD onto a Mac?
I have a CD with mail archived from Outlook Express in .dbx files (misc.dbx, work.dbx, personal.dbx, inbox.dbx, etc.). It contains old reviews and resumes that I need details from. I now have a Mac (with Mail.app only) and I can't figure out how to open or convert them. I don't even need to import them into Mail--having them export to simple individual text files would be fine. I just want to be able to read the content. [more inside]
Is it easier to get a driver's license in MD or DC?
Is it easier to get a driver's license in Maryland or D.C.? Which tests are easier? Which has less-fussy paperwork or bureaucracy? Will there be a probationary period for either? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
Shotgun approach?
Does it hurt to apply for every job opening you qualify for within a government agency? [more inside]
posted by Number Used Once at 11:44 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Number Used Once at 11:44 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me put together a lettter writing kit!
Help me put together a unique letter writing kit for a friend going away to college! Details appreciated. [more inside]
posted by newtux at 11:33 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by newtux at 11:33 AM PST - 10 comments
How to unfxor a Verizon ENV2 cell phone?
What demon has possessed my girlfriend's Verizon ENV2 (AKA LG VX9011) and reduced it to a mostly deaf and mute state? How do we exorcise this malevolent presence? [more inside]
posted by de void at 11:26 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by de void at 11:26 AM PST - 10 comments
Jalapeno-Vodka Induced Hallucination?
Name That Show Used In That Russian Music Video-Filter: I was at a Russian restaurant in L.A yesterday and saw the strangest music video. I got the name of the artist (Something and Federov?) but the video was chopped up clips from what looked like a British TV show. What TV show or movie was being cut up? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by The Whelk at 11:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by The Whelk at 11:10 AM PST - 5 comments
Sadly, Sleeping Bear is too far north.
Looking for recommendations for lodging on the SW Michigan lake coast (Saugatuck, South Haven) on a budget for a couple of days. [more inside]
Font I.D., please.
Could someone identify the font used in the headings on this webpage? I am looking for the font used in Who We Are | What We Do | Special Services. I am much obliged.
posted by Tufa at 10:12 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Tufa at 10:12 AM PST - 12 comments
How do I apply for jobs I can’t take for the next ten months?
For immigration purposes, I need to apply for jobs ten months before I move. How to do this productively? [more inside]
Help me handle my finances during my last month in apartment
Can I persuade my landlord to let me use my security deposit for my last month's rent? If not, what's my next best option? ( I'm dealing with paying my credit card bills too.) [more inside]
Help me avoid the Darwin Awards shortlist
How can one safely convince a teeming mass of bees to vacate a crack in the exterior wall of a brick building, so that the crack can be filled in? [more inside]
DC Filter: Obedience class recommendation to improve recall/ "come" command for my bird hunting-obsessed English Setter?
DC Filter: Obedience class recommendation to improve recall/ "come" command for my bird hunting-obsessed English Setter? [more inside]
The cat is an asshole
My fiance has two cats. I've never been a cat person, and am worried about what's going to happen in a few weeks when we move in and the cats become our cats. [more inside]
Am I doing this write?
In writing a research book, how far along should I be before approaching publishers, agents, etc? Help needed to get my nonfiction pop culture centric book into bookstores [more inside]
Where can I find a non-off-gassing, non-latex mattress in St. Louis?
Where can I find a non-off-gassing, non-latex mattress in St. Louis? [more inside]
Something nice for the walls
Any suggestions for large-size, office appropriate wall art? The walls in question are that institutional cream-colored cinder block. Can't be too girly or too grim. Online and budget-conscious a must. [more inside]
Where can my Turkish cousin and I go dancing in Chicago?
Where can I take my 17 year old cousin for Chicago nightlife? [more inside]
Infogasm
I have some friends collecting movie & music data for the month of August - what are some innovative/interesting things I can do with the results? [more inside]
let it fall down
What music came out soon (within a year) after September 11 2001 that was uniquely affected, either in perception or creation, by the terrorist attacks? [more inside]
No hitchhikers!
I am currently attempting to control a bed bug issue and am moving into a new apartment soon. I need any tips or recommendations to help me ensure that the bugs don't come with me. [more inside]
Stupid Facebook
My husband snooped in my Facebook. Now what? [more inside]
Yes. I am cheap. That is evident.
is it my responsibility to pay for fixing the rearview mirror? [more inside]
Where can I get 2,4-DNP in Denver or by mail order?
Looking to buy 2,4-Dinitrophenol in Denver or good mail order company. Can't seem to find one that I recognize on the Internet and I don't trust just anyone. Any suggestions?
Massive, simple, customized file uploading
I need to hire a file upload service for a printing company so their customers can send files that can be in excess of 2GB. [more inside]
Thoughtful wedding gift ideas
What would make a good, thoughtful gift for this newlywed couple? [more inside]
posted by alice ayres at 7:09 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by alice ayres at 7:09 AM PST - 16 comments
The Health Insurance In-Out Network shuffle
Health Insurance snafu. The In-Out Network shuffle. Am I borked? [more inside]
posted by Raze2k at 6:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Raze2k at 6:55 AM PST - 8 comments
Ceiling mount video camera
Can anybody suggest an inexpensive video camera that can be mounted to the ceiling of a Jazz Club, in order to give the patrons in another room, a view of the stage via Television monitor. [more inside]
Help me find some new drugs
I use to self-medicate with marijuana for my social-anxiety and low-level depression...can that fact be used to direct me towards a specific antidepressant? [more inside]
Camping in Green Bay, WI area
Going to be in Wisconsin this weekend around the Green Bay area. Can anyone suggest a good campground around there? We are going to be tent camping but would like a campground that has a shower since we are road tripping.
posted by zzazazz at 6:19 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by zzazazz at 6:19 AM PST - 4 comments
What's the deal with turning a fridge sideways?
What exactly is the deal with turning a mini-fridge sideways? I bought a mini-fridge with a separate freezer. I'm taking it up to school in a suburban, so it fits, but only on its side. Will the world explode if I put it on its side, or do I just have to wait a day before I plug it in?
I've spent the past 7 years doing nothing
I spent my teens and early twenties struggling with undiagnosed social anxiety and depression which I dealt with by shutting myself off from the world and avoiding anything anxiety provoking (school work, social life, jobs, dating). I basically spent 7 years doing nothing but watching TV and reading stuff on the internet. I'm getting treatment for depression and my social anxiety has improved alot but I still spend most of my time doing nothing. I managed to get into a decent university (at the age of 21) but I just barely passed the first year and I almost had to drop out due to depression. I have no close relationships outside of my family and I've never had a girlfriend. How can I get my life back on track after missing so much?
How do I remove myself from a mortgage?
How do I remove myself from a mortgage? [more inside]
How to revive iMac keyboard after spilling beer on it?
How should I clean my iMac intel 24" keyboard after spilling beer on it? [more inside]
I've read The Road Less Travelled, but where do I go from here?
I've read The Road Less Travelled and it's had a profound effect on me. But where do I go from here? [more inside]
posted by humblepigeon at 4:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by humblepigeon at 4:16 AM PST - 6 comments
Learning video game race and rally car driving techniques?
I've been bitten by a racing game bug. What resources would you recommend for learning basic-to-intermediate race and rally car driving knowledge, knowing that they will only ever be used in video games? [more inside]
posted by lifeless at 3:13 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lifeless at 3:13 AM PST - 12 comments
Live music venues in Tokyo?
Can you recommend any live music venues in Tokyo? I'm interested in seeing local bands, particularly instrumental 'post-rock' and electronic music. [more inside]
Logistic regression and SPSS
Stats filter: Is logistic regression what I need? If so, can I do this in regular SPSS (v17) or do I need the add-on? [more inside]
Removing molar and wisdom tooth in STL
Need to get molar and wisdom tooth removed in STL without any insurance. Know of any good cost-effective places to go/Any good ideas? [more inside]
Credit card charge off: pay in full or accept settlement?
Credit card charge off: pay in full or accept settlement offer? [more inside]
posted by Nickel at 12:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Nickel at 12:11 AM PST - 6 comments
August 2
Dishwasher rust repair?
My decade-old dishwasher's racks have started to rust through some blemishes in their protective coating. Can/should I fix this? [more inside]
posted by themel at 11:59 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by themel at 11:59 PM PST - 6 comments
Oxford in literature
Do you have any recommendations for interesting fiction about/taking place in/somehow related to Oxford? [more inside]
Online Dating Pileup
I met someone that I (really) like through an online dating service (rhymes with batch.bomb) - but I'm in correspondence (and in one case f2f) withe several others. What should I say to them? [more inside]
What's in a name?
I'm signing the papers for my divorce this week and moving to a new country (UK) next week. I'll be meeting new people and I'm looking for a word to call my ex-husband. [more inside]
posted by CdnMathTeacher at 11:27 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by CdnMathTeacher at 11:27 PM PST - 26 comments
Graphics card for G4?
What is the best graphics card I could get for a Macintosh G4 dual 1ghz? [more inside]
Getting a Visa before getting a job offer?
UK Expat Work Filter: Worth getting a working visa before getting a job offer? [more inside]
Help! I crashed my car in a foreign country!
Do I need to submit form MV-104 (Report of Motor Vehicle Accident) to the New York State (where I live) DMV if the accident occurred in Toronto, Ontario? [more inside]
posted by sary at 10:43 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by sary at 10:43 PM PST - 1 comment
suggestions for celebrating my 40th birthday?
suggestions for celebrating my 40th birthday in san francisco? [more inside]
Potter, Norrell, and....?
Suggest absorbing fiction about mysterious England. [more inside]
Help fill a law office in Chicago with tacky items
Where can I buy tacky office decorations in Chicago? [more inside]
I'm looking for amusing phrases that could be found on old health tonic/elixir advertisements.
I'm looking for amusing phrases that could be found on old health tonic/elixir advertisements. They don't have to be real, just funny.
Example: "Most beneficial for the humors!"
Up, up, and away...for something cheaper than my airline flight there
I'm looking for recommendations for hot air balloon ride operators in Albuquerque. [more inside]
Gifts to bring to an office in Ukraine from the US?
Gifts to bring to an office in Ukraine from the US? [more inside]
Smoking is one of the leading causes of statistics.
what's an ex-con to do.?
What's an ex-con to do.?
I have a friend who just finished a 6 months sentence in another state for "felony theft". (I think of it as "felony stupidity", he pawned stuff from his employer).
Any thoughts on how to write a resume and a job application. Google gives me nothing. [more inside]
They're coming to get you [a thoughtful gift], Barbara.
Help me throw an awesome Zombie Apocalypse theme party! [more inside]
posted by Help, I can't stop talking! at 9:06 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Help, I can't stop talking! at 9:06 PM PST - 25 comments
What is a polite gift for Americans visiting Parisian couple for dinner?
What is a proper gift to bring a same-sex Parisian couple when invited to dinner? [more inside]
posted by tarthur at 8:54 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by tarthur at 8:54 PM PST - 15 comments
4-6 for attempted luftballon
Is it illegal to release party (latex or mylar) balloons into the sky? Have planes or other craft been damaged by such balloons in-flight? Other than environmental and ecological damage, what are the hazards of releasing a balloon?
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 8:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 8:48 PM PST - 15 comments
Are full squats bad for the knees?
Are full squats (below parallel) bad for the knees? [more inside]
posted by pyrom at 7:48 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by pyrom at 7:48 PM PST - 32 comments
Book suggestion for girlfriend of longtime alcoholic?
Can you suggest a great book to help the girlfriend of an alcoholic who recently relapsed after 2.5 years sober? [more inside]
How do I process – I never tried to hurt you but I’m sorry if it happened, it wasn’t my intent, it was yours, get out of my life forever?
My question is about intent? If you hurt someone with what you perceive to be their and your best interests in mind, while simultaneously knowing that what you are doing will hurt that person, is it any different than actively trying to hurt the person. Does duration and occurrence play a role? If I don’t mean to hurt you, but know I am and will for 4 years is it less bad than a single act of active hurtfulness? Is it possible to want to hurt someone you love in an extreme moment but still love and care for that person? Is it possible to call that love? [more inside]
posted by sav at 6:59 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by sav at 6:59 PM PST - 27 comments
Is it possible to get a great nap in a car?
How on earth can one sleep comfortably in the front passenger seat of a car? Added bonus: baby car seat is behind the seat in question, so the seat is pushed fairly far forward. [more inside]
posted by swrittenb at 6:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by swrittenb at 6:51 PM PST - 9 comments
question about a plot hole in the movie Godfather II
Please explain to me, a plot hole in the movie 'Godfather II' [more inside]
Investment habits for a college student?
What are the best investment habits for a college student with decent income to get into, in order to maximize yield in 3 years? [more inside]
How do we make the most out of our trip to Spain?
How do we make the most out of our trip to Spain? [more inside]
Does there exist a free cluster/grid, where you get CPU cycles in exchange for providing cycles to the grid?
Does there exist a free cluster/grid, where you get CPU cycles in exchange for providing cycles to the grid? [more inside]
How to make a particular friend
Another "how do I become friends with this person?" question! (Only possibly with a little more to it). [more inside]
Is cheating in relationships in your twenties and thirties inevitable?
Is infidelity in relationships in your twenties and thirties inevitable? I recently was cheated on by my ex-boyfriend days after we started living together and many of my friends who are in their late-30s are not surprised. [more inside]
posted by countingbackwards at 5:40 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by countingbackwards at 5:40 PM PST - 33 comments
Smells like clean spirit
Can someone identify the clean soap (or other laundry product) smell I keep noticing among hispanics? [more inside]
posted by bradly at 5:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by bradly at 5:35 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me find avo trees!
Can you recommend any plant nurseries near Santa Cruz that sell avocado trees? [more inside]
Did Did McNulty want to be on a boat?
I have a question about the character McNulty on The Wire, at the end of Season One. Spoiler ahead: [more inside]
posted by P.o.B. at 5:23 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by P.o.B. at 5:23 PM PST - 25 comments
Restore Deleted NTFS Drive?
FileSystemHelp: I really messed up while installing Windows 7. I wasn't paying attention and marked my secondary drive for deletion (clicked on the drive, clicked delete). I then realized that this was my 1TB drive, with all of my files and pictures on it. [more inside]
Kids floating outside the kitchen window
how to empty the fire escape as quickly as possible in the event of NOT a fire [more inside]
posted by Tandem Affinity at 4:41 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Tandem Affinity at 4:41 PM PST - 18 comments
It's cheaper in LA.
Is there a cheaper way to rent a car at JFK? [more inside]
posted by SLC Mom at 4:32 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by SLC Mom at 4:32 PM PST - 13 comments
Looking for a dustrpoof pillow cover that isn't annoying.
Allergyfilter: Need recommendations for a dustproof pillow cover. [more inside]
posted by Fleebnork at 4:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Fleebnork at 4:27 PM PST - 2 comments
Neurologically, what is the difference between being stressed and excited?
Neurologically, what is the difference between being stressed and excited? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 4:23 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by lunchbox at 4:23 PM PST - 15 comments
Have controller, need synth
I've got a PC, and an EMU-49 key midi controller. I've also got an Audiophile 192 sound card with midi-in-out connections.
What I want to do is play some synths on the PC.... [more inside]
unintranslating
Persian/Farsi speakers/writers! Help me translate this Rumi line BACK to Farsi! [more inside]
posted by lain at 3:32 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lain at 3:32 PM PST - 7 comments
Who is this mystery image from?
Please help me identify this anime-esque image. [more inside]
posted by Mr.Encyclopedia at 3:07 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mr.Encyclopedia at 3:07 PM PST - 5 comments
Food steamer suggestions?
Looking to purchase a new good quality food steamer, price no bar. [more inside]
Pointless but beautiful classic mac game...?
Help me remember the name of the classic, meditative OSX game, where you float from level to level of black space through a swirl of coloured shapes to soothing gamelan-ish sounds, trying to catch stars in order to reach the next level? [more inside]
posted by progosk at 2:28 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by progosk at 2:28 PM PST - 2 comments
Fetish too far vis a vis my girlfriend.
Fetishes and relationships: Help me find objective, balanced, third-party information for my girlfriend. [more inside]
Toasty ceiling fan?
Ceiling fan heaters. Have you had one? Have you read or heard anything about their safety? Help me find a good heating solution for an attic room. [more inside]
Moving on Up
How do you legally react to perceived violence over the internet?
Someone has threatened to come to my home after I specifically told them not to on a message board. What can I legally do? [more inside]
Rusty Roof, Rusted.
House help! What kind of metal; and how do I stop it from rusting? [more inside]
How can I find information on the average gross income from all streams (theatrical, DVD, VOD) for a documentary?
How can I find information on the average gross income from all streams (theatrical, DVD, VOD) for a documentary? [more inside]
posted by IzzeYum at 12:53 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by IzzeYum at 12:53 PM PST - 1 comment
What's this musical technique called?
What is the musical technique called whereby the music starts slow/quiet, builds to an, um, climax, and then, um, releases? This is most prevalent in dance/trance music. Examples within. [more inside]
Civil War Mystery or Civil War Hoax?
Can anyone help me solve a Civil War mystery? [more inside]
posted by ValkoSipuliSuola at 12:43 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ValkoSipuliSuola at 12:43 PM PST - 12 comments
I want to rekindle the love of music!
I liked piano at first, but under the stress of preparing a huge portfolio for college, it's quickly replaced by resentment and boredom. More inside. [more inside]
posted by Yasuo at 12:25 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Yasuo at 12:25 PM PST - 7 comments
The odd and occasionally painful ways of cats
My recently (January) adopted 11 year old female cat bites, almost always when I'm sleeping. It doesn't seem playful, at least to me; the last one, on Tuesday, was deep and became infected. She bit my hand again last night, drawing blood. She's my first cat, so I'm inexperienced with this. Help? [more inside]
posted by jokeefe at 11:50 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by jokeefe at 11:50 AM PST - 46 comments
How do I try embryo adoption as a single woman?
I'm single and interested in embryo adoption as an alternative to domestic adoption. Family history plays a possible, small part but I mostly would like a baby soon. How do I approach clinics at my age and in my situation in order to use a service typically reserved for couples with actual fertility problems? I'm afraid I'll be seen as in a hurry and selfish. How do I stop feeling guilty for wanting to try in the first place? If it does happen, how do I prepare myself and my family emotionally, psychologically, financially and however else for this situation? [more inside]
Show me Korea.
I'm moving to South Korea in a month, and I'm looking for films, books, and art to inspire and direct my wanderings around the country. [more inside]
Naples, FL - any good?
Anyone know Naples, Florida? [more inside]
Using IPhone data plan in UK
I'm going to Great Britain for two weeks and will be splitting time between London and Cambridge. I have an IPhone and have signed up to use ATT's international data plan while in the UK. The plan is limited to 20 MB of data. Also, I don't plan to use my IPhone to make phone calls while there. Just access the web to navigate around. [more inside]
Best handheld shower?
I'd like to install a good handheld shower in my bathroom in my rented apartment. [more inside]
"Oooh, look, an exotic native woman!" "Buzz off."
What are some good travel guide websites that aren't so Western-centric and don't treat other countries like exotic sights to gawk at? [more inside]
How can I perk up my pups?
I think my dogs might be depressed, how can I help? [more inside]
Escaping the Destination Wedding
My half-sister is getting married. I really don't want to go to the wedding. Can I get out if it without appearing dreadfully rude? [more inside]
What is it called when a video game gives you a preview of all powers in the first level?
VideoGameDesignFilter: What is it called when, in the first level or sequence of a game, the player is given all the available powers, only to have those powers taken away and rebuilt up? [more inside]
From (v.early stage) dating to friends and all the way back - express ride to disaster or potential success?
From (v.early stage) dating to friends and all the way back - express ride to disaster or potential success? Am mostly curious to find out if anyone had similar experiences and can enlighten me [more inside]
Help me calculate my last date of employment
Resigning from my job tomorrow Monday August 3, 2009. As per my contract I need to give four weeks notice but am having trouble figuring out the date of my last working day: I have profound trouble with numbers -- sometimes also described as dyscalculia -- and right now can't ask anyone else. Looking at my Outlook calendar I'm guessing my last day could be either Monday August 31 or Friday 28. Which is it? [more inside]
Undercharged for DSL and land line. Now what?
Telecom has undercharged me for DSL and land line service the past couple months. Is this going to bite me in the butt? If so, when and how severely? [more inside]
How to write to the government.
I'm a complete N00b when it comes to writing to my government/MLA. Recent events have made me want to voice my concern w/ the government's actions and encourage my MLA to stand up and voice his disapproval. How do I learn what is proper to include in a letter and what isn't? How do I not come off as a crazy ranter and appear as a concerned constituent? Tips? Examples?
looking for a specific picture book
Trying to find a picture book, it had something to do with figuring out the clues in the book.... [more inside]
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 10:16 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 10:16 AM PST - 9 comments
What should I charge for professional proofreading?
I have been doing proofreading for people for free for a while now, with the aim of building up some business doing it paid in addition to my (fairly undemanding) day job. I am in the UK and it is really hard to work out what to charge / quote. More variables inside. [more inside]
posted by LyzzyBee at 10:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by LyzzyBee at 10:03 AM PST - 7 comments
Grad-school, relationships, and geography... can all three work?
Grad-school, med school, residency match, geography...help? [more inside]
posted by DeucesHigh at 9:55 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by DeucesHigh at 9:55 AM PST - 12 comments
Headed to Guatemala. What should I read?
I leave for a week in Guatemala later this month. I have a pretty good handle on what to do/see and where to stay/eat, but I'm wondering what I should read. [more inside]
What's the wholesale laundry service like?
Where can I find an overview of the Dry cleaning/laundry business? Some level of detail with respect to costs and cost structure of having the clothes shipped offsite would be great. [more inside]
Any Arabic-speaking, food-loving Puerto Rican Bando fans in DC?
Any advice for a friend moving to Washington, DC, who is an ex-Air Force Puerto Rican (kickboxing) fighter studying Arabic at Georgetown? [more inside]
posted by metajc at 8:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by metajc at 8:30 AM PST - 5 comments
Knot a potato?
GardenFilter: We just harvested some potatoes and came across these potato-like knot things. We found about five or six in a bed that hosted both potatoes and garlic, though they were found kinda far from the garlic and well under ground—at least four inches. What are they? [more inside]
Looking for code to pull in Last.FM playlists into my site.
I don't want to betray anyone's trade secrets here, but what is the html or js code or query string for pulling in playlists from Last.fm, as is done for us on our profile pages? [more inside]
posted by psmealey at 8:05 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by psmealey at 8:05 AM PST - 9 comments
American guy and British girl - how and where to work and travel together?
American guy and British girl - how and where to work and travel together? Looking for advice / tales of experience [more inside]
Should I tell my friend's doctor about his misdiagnosis?
My friend was misdiagnosed by our pcp. The doctor
thought he had the flu, and it turns out he has severe
malaria. He's currently in the icu fighting for his life. Many
flight attendants see this doctor, and I feel they might be
at risk. Should I let the doctor know what's happened to my
friend, or will he not be able to discuss his medical history with me? [more inside]
posted by jnaps at 7:19 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by jnaps at 7:19 AM PST - 20 comments
Web app that detects notes?
Is there a web app where I can hum or whistle a tone into my PC's microphone and get back what note it is?
Whats this films name?
Name that film. A black comedy (I think it was from memory) with a pedophile father (NSFW) [more inside]
posted by rus at 6:46 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by rus at 6:46 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me out of Seoul and back to LA
Still in Korea: Due to a bit of stupidity and bad luck, I missed my flight back to LA. What now? [more inside]
Perfect Dog, Neurotic Dog Mom
How did you adjust to being a first-time dog owner? [more inside]
Recommend a professional skin care brand?
What is your favorite professional skin care line? [more inside]
I want to move, but I don't. Advice?
I currently live in South Florida. I've been here for 10 years. I've been wanting to move to Dallas, TX for a while now for a variety of reasons - better job market (I'm a software engineer), lower cost of living, better community and a charter school that I like. Logically, I don't see much of a future here for myself in Florida. I telecommute, so I'm not looking for a job at the moment. I'm about to send the security deposit for a rental property, but I'm having the jitters. I had moved to Maryland about 4 years ago for a job and that was not a good experience. I knew that I didn't like MD, but the job offer was too good to pass up. I ended up moving back to FL after 6 months. Unlike MD, I like Dallas and have visited a few times, but I don't know why I'm trying to find excuses to not go. Is it just a phobia of sorts? Or something valid? I'm really confused. Any advice?
Keep the black dog at bay
Depression in University/College: most of you seem to have been through it, do you have any tips? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn at 2:08 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by teraspawn at 2:08 AM PST - 17 comments
Help identify this version of Monopoly for PC running in Virtualbox
What version of Monopoly for PC is being played here? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto at 1:22 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mtphoto at 1:22 AM PST - 4 comments
Help me make a flat & silent floor.
Can I fix the buckling laminate in my new apartment without ripping up the whole damn floor? [more inside]
posted by at the crossroads at 12:07 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by at the crossroads at 12:07 AM PST - 9 comments
August 1
TV Tuner for Vista 64
I upgraded from XP to Vista 64 and my TV tuner won't work. What TV tuner are you using with Vista 64? [more inside]
Who do I call for non-electrical issues with my television?
Who do I call to fix decidedly non-electrical problems with my projection TV? Do I really need a television repair man? If so, can you recommend one in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 10:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 10:19 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I prioritize cost/budget, commute, amenities, and neighborhood cool-seeming-ness?
Deciding-where-to-live-filter: How do I prioritize cost/budget, commute, amenities, and neighborhood cool-seeming-ness? (sorry: long, personal, and northwest DC/Maryland-based.) [more inside]
How to know if your luck has run out?
Five interviews in a three weeks...no offers...Am I doing something wrong or is it 'the market'? [more inside]
How can I get my security deposit back?
SecurityDepositFilter: Yet another NYC tenant here desperate to get his security deposit back from greedy landlord. [more inside]
Rules for a Parent in a New Relationship?
It's been almost three years since my mother died, and my father has slowly been working himself back into seeing new people, but it's starting to cause major family drama. I'm 23 and live on my own in a different city, so this doesn't bother me much. But my 17 year old sister still lives with him, and she's really upset that this is going on. To make matters worse, the latest person he's seeing is my sister's favorite teacher from school. What can my dad do to ease this transition for my sister? What do both people deserve here? [more inside]
Are we dating?
Does he think we're dating? Is he waiting for me to make the first move? Beanplate edition. [more inside]
Not superpowerz but skillz
What's the name of my somewhat useless, but neat, ability to recognize people from their pictures as kids? [more inside]
posted by bunny hugger at 7:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bunny hugger at 7:58 PM PST - 5 comments
Are NH lakes public beaches open to ALL?
Does anyone know if the "Public Beaches" at Lake Winnisquam and Opechee are actually public or are they only open to residents? [more inside]
Regional cuisine/restaurants in Utah, Montana, Idaho?
I'm a big fan of foods and restaurant chains that are region-specific (think Moxie soda, whoopie pie, Petro's, and Maid-Rite). I'm taking a roadtrip through Montana, Utah, and Idaho next month. What should I check out?
Day-pass for cash Chicago Gym near the Loop
I am looking for a cardio-and-weights gym, with towel service and showers, in or near the Loop in Chicago, which sells an honest day pass. The guest pass / free workout thing is not for me because I don't want to mislead about my being a prospect for a full membership, or subject myself to the hard sell concerning same.
posted by MattD at 6:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by MattD at 6:04 PM PST - 5 comments
What to do about a chronic dry cough?
I've had a chronic dry cough for going on two weeks now and two doctor's visits later it's not clearing up. Can anyone give ideas on what could possibly be causing this? [more inside]
Have a few hours in New York city and need a shower.
I am flying through New York City and have a seven hour layover. If I head in to Manhattan and go for a long run around central park/midtown is there a place to access public showers? Or, should I buy a day pass to a gym to do this?
Europe population-size history
Where can I find estimates of Europe's population size, as far back in time as possible? [more inside]
posted by Coventry at 4:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Coventry at 4:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Need script to backup Flickr metadata to local JPGs
Lazyweb request: I put a lot of effort into my photos on Flickr: selecting them, titling, captioning, adding tags and sometimes geotagging. I need a script that will use Flickr's APIs to retrieve this information from Flickr, and write it into the IPTC headers of my local JPGs. [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 4:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by snarfois at 4:20 PM PST - 6 comments
It's not my vagina -- it's our vagina!
Guitar chords for Storm Large's epically awesome song, "(My Vagina Is) 8 Miles Wide"? [NSFW, lyrics inside, do yourself a favor and watch the video first...] [more inside]
posted by ottereroticist at 4:14 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ottereroticist at 4:14 PM PST - 4 comments
Desktop to tv
I want to view my desktops screen on my TV. Using my desktop, and laptop connected to my tv. [more inside]
Please help me get Netflix instant watch to work on my Xbox 360.
I apparently need help getting Netflix Instant Watch to work on my Xbox 360. [more inside]
Cosmic clichés - is that all they are?
Every time my (Sikh) yoga teacher talks of enlightenment this and infinite wisdom that and cosmic love the other (ie often), I have to turn a mental blind eye because I don't know what these things are and they kinda defy definition and as such I don't think I ever will know. And part of me feels alienated by this - here is this teacher and this class; the teacher claims to know of these mystical things, and the class (I'm guessing) is divided into (a) those who pretend to also know of these things, and (b) those who know they don't but wish they did. From a distance this seems absurd. Am I missing something, (perhaps something awesome)?
Help me save this balsamic vinegar bottle.
The balsamic vinegar in my serving bottle (the kind with the metal spout) has solidified. Can I get it out somehow, or do I need to throw it away? [more inside]
City of brotherly love sign?
Where in Philadelphia can I see a sign/billboard/public display that says "City of Brotherly Love"? The LOVE sculpture doesn't count - it has to be the whole phrase.
posted by Awkward Philip at 2:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Awkward Philip at 2:41 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I strip a USB cable?
Fancy new machine at my eye exam?
What was the machine used at my eye exam instead pupil dilation? [more inside]
posted by miskatonic at 2:10 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by miskatonic at 2:10 PM PST - 6 comments
Care no more to clothe and eat
I am considering going to live with my 83 year-old grandmother, whom we think has some kind of (not yet diagnosed) dementia, in a year or so. She lives 500 miles from my friends and family. I know caring for her will be hard; how can I prepare? [more inside]
Almost thirty, heading to college for the first time. Help!
I'm going to be a 30 year-old college freshman at a community college. I'm 12 years out of high school and have no previous college experience. So... what should I need to know? [more inside]
What is Islamic dress code (for non-Muslims)?
What should my wife wear to an occasion that requests "please observe Islamic dress code?" We are non-Muslims. [more inside]
posted by feelinggood at 12:33 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by feelinggood at 12:33 PM PST - 15 comments
Recommend casual button-down shirts for sale in NYC
Please recommend good quality button-down shirts for sale in NYC for a slender guy - I'm looking for something casual that can be worn tie-less and untucked if I'm in the mood, but still well made with good fabric and cut, i.e. at the level of Thomas Pink or w/e but casual.
Priced up to around let's say $200 a shirt, although if it's less that's even better. Thanks!
posted by Spacelegoman at 12:28 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Spacelegoman at 12:28 PM PST - 14 comments
BugFilter: Unbeknownst to us, water got under our kitchen flooring. The bad section has been pulled up and cleaned but I'm seeing some small bugs in that general area. Help!
BugFilter: Unbeknownst to us, water got under our kitchen flooring. The bad section has been pulled up and cleaned but I'm seeing some small bugs in that general area. Help! [more inside]
Will work for the ability to make my mother STFU!
Job-hunting filter: So I've just been informed by my always- supportive mother that I am not doing everything possible to find a job after being laid-off two weeks ago. And she, of course, would know, since she hasn't looked for a job herself in 20 years. [more inside]
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 12:23 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 12:23 PM PST - 24 comments
Just how Liquid are those Crystals?
Where can we find a reputable breeder for a Devon Rex kitten in NYC?
Where can we find a reputable breeder for a Devon Rex kitten in NYC? [more inside]
Like a skunk mixed with rotting garbage.
My cat's poop smells absolutely horrible. Please help! [more inside]
Display Affinity Software for MacOSX?
Is there a piece of Mac OS X software which will let me divide a very wide screen up into several virtual displays so window/app affinity hacks like spaces will work? [more inside]
posted by tomierna at 10:50 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tomierna at 10:50 AM PST - 7 comments
Can I blog about writer's block?
Should I blog about writer's block? What will my clients think? [more inside]
posted by Wordwoman at 9:57 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Wordwoman at 9:57 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm so over this roommate drama.
So, I have a roommate. I love her, we usually get along just fine, but recently we argued over some financial stuff and now we're not really on speaking terms. How the heck should I handle this? (Long post, long story) [more inside]
posted by wild like kudzu at 9:56 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by wild like kudzu at 9:56 AM PST - 25 comments
Name That Tune
I'm going crazy trying to find the title of a Wilco song I heard yesterday. It's a song that references women from different parts of the country wanting to "get with" the protagonist. My efforts to search their lyrics by album has come up fruitless.
Google Voice seems like magic
If I use Google Voice for a central phone number, and someone from Sprint calls me and I pickup on my Sprint cellphone (even though it rang on my Sprint phone, my home phone, and my work AT&T cell), will it be charged as Mobile to Mobile time on my Sprint bill and my wife's Sprint bill? [more inside]
posted by cmm at 8:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cmm at 8:04 AM PST - 5 comments
Art! Now with heavy machinery! (But preferably not.)
Drilling holes in glass. Little ones. How do you do that? [more inside]
posted by elfgirl at 7:54 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by elfgirl at 7:54 AM PST - 20 comments
What am I doing wrong?
Any insights on how I can help my daughter? [more inside]
Glue for sheep's wool?
I am trying to glue raw sheep's wool to a felt surface. I'm not sure what type of glue to use. I did spot tests with Elmer's Glue-All and wood glue to no avail. Is there a type of fabric glue that will work for this? The issue seems to be that nothing bonds to the sheep's wool, or that the wool sort of just separates and falls off the bonded area. Thanks! [more inside]
When buying a plane ticket, how do you decide whether to cash in your frequent flyer miles?
When you buy a plane ticket, how do you decide whether to cash in your frequent flyer miles, or pay cash and earn the miles? [more inside]
posted by inatizzy at 6:45 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by inatizzy at 6:45 AM PST - 15 comments
(i)SCSI. The name says it all.
Wasabi Storage Builder iSCSI SAN. Defunct? Serviceable? Replaceable? Hopeless? [more inside]
wii tv?
Television recommendation just for running a Wii? [more inside]
posted by scruss at 5:23 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by scruss at 5:23 AM PST - 19 comments
Am I allergic to my cold medication?
Is what I am describing an allergic reaction? [more inside]
posted by alon at 5:11 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by alon at 5:11 AM PST - 8 comments
Italian Restaurant Greatest Hits Mixtape
Help me identify a song that was on a tape in an Italian restaurant. [more inside]
Refugees in US suspicious of everyone
My girlfriend works for a non-profit that helps refugees adjust to living in the U.S. On Monday, she has to show an Iraqi mother and her son how to use D.C. public transportation. The problem: since arriving in the U.S., they have been extremely suspicious of everyone and everything. [more inside]
posted by aheckler at 5:07 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by aheckler at 5:07 AM PST - 19 comments
Surely I didn't hallucinate an entire utility.
Help me identify a network sharing monitoring program I haven't run in nearly a decade. [more inside]
posted by Pope Guilty at 3:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Pope Guilty at 3:19 AM PST - 6 comments