# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1212 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1213 --- ## [Laptop vs. Tablet + Desktop](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/laptop-vs-tablet-desktop/671096)
**Author:** [@Omniscient](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omniscient)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 4:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/laptop-vs-tablet-desktop/671096 "2013-10-14T16:02:17Z")
Simple question in the title, would like to hear opinions on what’s the best way to go. I currently have a outdated desktop with dual monitors and a healthy amount of storage parked in my office. It needs to be replaced… --- ## [Giant booger videos on youtube, what are they](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/giant-booger-videos-on-youtube-what-are-they/671167)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 3:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/giant-booger-videos-on-youtube-what-are-they/671167 "2013-10-14T15:26:11Z")
While perusing youtube I came across some videos of people having giant boogers pulled out of their noses. Are those just mucus, or is something else going on when that happens? Can organic boogers get that big, or has s… --- ## [ACA and the senior citizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/aca-and-the-senior-citizen/671217)
**Author:** [@janeslogin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/janeslogin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/aca-and-the-senior-citizen/671217 "2013-10-14T15:15:46Z")
I am over 65, several chronic conditions, and have been on Medicare for ten years. Will I need more, less or the same supplemental coverage? --- ## [Platelet Count Dropping](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/platelet-count-dropping/671199)
**Author:** [@rt66gv](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rt66gv)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 2:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/platelet-count-dropping/671199 "2013-10-14T14:37:23Z")
I saw medical questions on this site and thought it was worth a shot. First, I have no income or medical coverage, so asking a Dr is out. A year ago, I had blood work done at a clinic and my platelets were 287 (I’m assum… --- ## [Track directions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/track-directions/671210)
**Author:** [@IceQube](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/IceQube)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/track-directions/671210 "2013-10-14T14:00:53Z")
Why do the directions alternate on this indoor track with respect to the days of the week? http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/14/byqugatu.jpg --- ## [Is nursing right for me?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-nursing-right-for-me/671087)
**Author:** [@aeln17](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aeln17)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 1:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-nursing-right-for-me/671087 "2013-10-14T13:38:44Z")
I am currently a senior in high school. I change my mind quite often about what I want to do with my life. Now however, I seem to be stuck on nursing. I’ve looked into it, and I’ve volunteered at hospitals, and I really … --- ## [Would you rather be the opposite sex?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-rather-be-the-opposite-sex/669551)
**Author:** [@IMfez](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/IMfez)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 1:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-rather-be-the-opposite-sex/669551 "2013-10-14T13:37:54Z")
If you could have chosen, would you rather have been BORN the opposite sex? --- ## [Media Streaming and Digital Channels](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/media-streaming-and-digital-channels/670772)
**Author:** [@CandidGamera](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CandidGamera)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 12:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/media-streaming-and-digital-channels/670772 "2013-10-14T12:45:18Z")
Based on discussions in another thread, I am opening this one. I have long been eyeballing the possibilities of something to 1.) stream content from my computer to my television and 2.) stream digitally-delivered, web-ac… --- ## [A couple of really simple tax return questions regarding Self-Employment Tax.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-couple-of-really-simple-tax-return-questions-regarding-self-employment-tax/671180)
**Author:** [@stuyguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/stuyguy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 11:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-couple-of-really-simple-tax-return-questions-regarding-self-employment-tax/671180 "2013-10-14T11:09:12Z")
I’m filing my 2012 tax returns now because I got an extension. I have a regular salary job, but I also make a small amount of additional income from speaking fees. 2012 was not a great year for me for this type of incom… --- ## [Why did you quit metal detecting?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-you-quit-metal-detecting/670760)
**Author:** [@Superhal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superhal)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 11:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-you-quit-metal-detecting/670760 "2013-10-14T11:05:12Z")
I’m trying to buy a metal detector, so I went on craigslist today. There are over 20 MD’s for sale in my area, and most of them seem to be from people who are just giving up. I’m thinking there might be a dark side I did… --- ## [abdominal pain, profuse sweating, rapid heart rate](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/abdominal-pain-profuse-sweating-rapid-heart-rate/670946)
**Author:** [@Magiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Magiver)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/abdominal-pain-profuse-sweating-rapid-heart-rate/670946 "2013-10-14T04:07:11Z")
Any ideas what would cause this? Starts as abdominal pain as if one needs to go to the bathroom but then progresses to heavy sweating and rapid heart rate. Goes away in 10 minutes. Don’t need answer fast. --- ## [A few notes on vaccination](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-notes-on-vaccination/671106)
**Author:** [@Budget\_Player\_Cadet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Budget_Player_Cadet)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 12:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-few-notes-on-vaccination/671106 "2013-10-14T00:25:03Z")
Wrote this for facebook, realized it was not a good idea and decided here was a better place for it. Vaccinations need a better PR department. Apparently “You don’t have to get Polio any more” isn’t good enough. Yeesh.… --- ## [Swiffers. Talk at me.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/swiffers-talk-at-me/671093)
**Author:** [@Amateur\_Barbarian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Amateur_Barbarian)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 12:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/swiffers-talk-at-me/671093 "2013-10-14T00:23:28Z")
Tell me about your life, your hopes, your dreams and how they have been utterly changed by SWIFFER BRAND DISPOSABLE MOP PRODUCTS. Or not. --- ## [Could a Modern Auto Be Converted to Run on Rendered Zombie a la Bio-diesel?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-a-modern-auto-be-converted-to-run-on-rendered-zombie-a-la-bio-diesel/671072)
**Author:** [@PatriotX](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PatriotX)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-a-modern-auto-be-converted-to-run-on-rendered-zombie-a-la-bio-diesel/671072 "2013-10-14T00:12:01Z")
Could a Modern Auto Be Converted to Run on Rendered Zombie a la Bio-diesel? In a post-apocalyptic zombie overrun world could generators and automobiles be converted to run on zombie renderings? --- ## [Throwing a party with non-alcoholic beer - would anyone notice?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/throwing-a-party-with-non-alcoholic-beer-would-anyone-notice/671074)
**Author:** [@ski](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ski)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2013, 12:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/throwing-a-party-with-non-alcoholic-beer-would-anyone-notice/671074 "2013-10-14T00:08:14Z")
Let’s say I throw a party for a bunch of friends. Let’s say a typical, college-age/early 20’s, “kegger” “frat”-type party - loud music, lots of beer, etc. At this party there will only be kegs of beer. Except instead … --- ## [Panic attacks: can just thinking/talking about them be a trigger?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/panic-attacks-can-just-thinking-talking-about-them-be-a-trigger/671061)
**Author:** [@choie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/choie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/panic-attacks-can-just-thinking-talking-about-them-be-a-trigger/671061 "2013-10-13T23:36:03Z")
Something I’ve mentioned on the SDMB is that I have panic disorder. I’ve had multiple panic attacks (too many to count) since 2007. I’ve been in treatment for lifelong depression and now the panic attacks since 2011, wi… --- ## [The bear chase hypothetical](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-bear-chase-hypothetical/671085)
**Author:** [@wonky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wonky)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 9:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-bear-chase-hypothetical/671085 "2013-10-13T21:55:36Z")
Gomer is running through the woods, being chased by a bear. He happens to be carrying food in his backpack, but there are other things in there that he wants to keep so he doesn’t want to just drop it. The bear is gain… --- ## [Do you have any pet theories that probably wouldn't hold up under scientific scrutiny?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-any-pet-theories-that-probably-wouldnt-hold-up-under-scientific-scrutiny/670893)
**Author:** [@CLee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CLee)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 9:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-any-pet-theories-that-probably-wouldnt-hold-up-under-scientific-scrutiny/670893 "2013-10-13T21:10:29Z")
I have two, based on observations of significant others and coworkers. OCD is caused by one or more overbearing, controlling parents, and overbearing parents (especially during potty training) lead to adults who are obse… --- ## [How would you apply to a job you've turned down in the past?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-apply-to-a-job-youve-turned-down-in-the-past/670086)
**Author:** [@PookahMacPhellimey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PookahMacPhellimey)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 8:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-apply-to-a-job-youve-turned-down-in-the-past/670086 "2013-10-13T20:44:12Z")
I am considering applying to a job I was interviewed for and offered, then changed my mind on and turned down. :eek: What happened was the following. I live abroad. About 3 years ago, around the time of the interview, I… --- ## [Are fedoras dorky?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-fedoras-dorky/671037)
**Author:** [@Incubus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Incubus)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-fedoras-dorky/671037 "2013-10-13T20:06:11Z")
I’ve noticed fedoras have been kind of co opted into the nerd crowd, and as such their dork factor has increased significantly. It seems like a lot of nerds see fedora clad icons like Humphrey Bogart or Indiana Jones, an… --- ## [Really, I'm just trying to prove a point, but I'd appreciate help, re: law enforcement salaries](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/really-im-just-trying-to-prove-a-point-but-id-appreciate-help-re-law-enforcement-salaries/671123)
**Author:** [@Lacunae\_Matata](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lacunae_Matata)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 5:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/really-im-just-trying-to-prove-a-point-but-id-appreciate-help-re-law-enforcement-salaries/671123 "2013-10-13T17:27:07Z")
I could come up with lots of state and/or national averages, but I know that averages don’t really tell the whole story in most cases. If you have a moment, and the urge to help me prove a point, may I ask a favor? Could… --- ## [US immigration with history of LEGAL sex work in home country](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-immigration-with-history-of-legal-sex-work-in-home-country/671129)
**Author:** [@Bibliothecarius](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bibliothecarius)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 5:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-immigration-with-history-of-legal-sex-work-in-home-country/671129 "2013-10-13T17:13:44Z")
Disclaimer: This question does not pertain to me or anyone I know. I am NOT condoning or encouraging prostitution, illegal or otherwise. Just genuinely curious what would happen because I sometimes think of random questi… --- ## [Is this unreasonable?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-unreasonable/670928)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 3:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-unreasonable/670928 "2013-10-13T15:53:38Z")
Last month my SO and I went on a trip. I said that while we are traveling I would like to plan on eating one meal a day out and fix the rest of our meals pic nic style from what we stock up with. She said that sounds fin… --- ## [Do your kids have extracirricular activities and if, how old and how many?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-your-kids-have-extracirricular-activities-and-if-how-old-and-how-many/671003)
**Author:** [@overlyverbose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/overlyverbose)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-your-kids-have-extracirricular-activities-and-if-how-old-and-how-many/671003 "2013-10-13T15:52:00Z")
My son is 7. He takes taekwondo two nights a week and piano in the morning on Saturdays. Anyway, after agonizing over whether I was somehow sending a bad message and overthinking the damn thing, we decided it would make … --- ## [Seeking Indoor Water Fountain With Quiet Pump](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-indoor-water-fountain-with-quiet-pump/671122)
**Author:** [@GreenElf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GreenElf)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 1:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-indoor-water-fountain-with-quiet-pump/671122 "2013-10-13T13:05:06Z")
I’m seeking an indoor water fountain with a quiet pump, but the reviews for these on Amazon mainly have dissatisfied customers complaining about noisy pumps. Can someone recommend one with a quiet pump? --- ## [What does it feel like to have a heart attack?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-it-feel-like-to-have-a-heart-attack/663267)
**Author:** [@Palo\_Verde](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Palo_Verde)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 6:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-it-feel-like-to-have-a-heart-attack/663267 "2013-10-13T06:05:14Z")
There are dopers who have had all kinds of experiences. Has anyone had a heart attack? What does it feel like? --- ## [I'm 23 - can I write a Last Will?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-23-can-i-write-a-last-will/671102)
**Author:** [@TashaKitty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TashaKitty)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2013, 4:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-23-can-i-write-a-last-will/671102 "2013-10-13T04:31:27Z")
Or is it morbid for someone my age to do such a thing? It occurred to me today that crazy stuff (i.e. car accidents, natural disasters, pit bull maulings, drive-by shootings, murder, brain-eating amoebas, kidnappings, m… --- ## [Suggest a blogging host for a small business](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggest-a-blogging-host-for-a-small-business/671097)
**Author:** [@Mr.Slant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Slant)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggest-a-blogging-host-for-a-small-business/671097 "2013-10-12T22:41:37Z")
I’ve got a friend who runs a youtube channel that reviews \[product category\] and also owns a retail operation that sells products related to the category. Currently there’s a blog ON the store’s site which works nicely,… --- ## [After many many years, a friends return to alcoholism. Anyone here have the same experience?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-many-many-years-a-friends-return-to-alcoholism-anyone-here-have-the-same-experience/670927)
**Author:** [@TMifune](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TMifune)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-many-many-years-a-friends-return-to-alcoholism-anyone-here-have-the-same-experience/670927 "2013-10-12T18:34:17Z")
My friend was a raging alcoholic maniac in the 80’s, eventually got himself into rehab, cleaned up, got married, had kids, successful money wise, but now he is back on the booze. Been in and out of rehab these last 4 yea… --- ## [Anyone have experience with Icelandair?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-have-experience-with-icelandair/670424)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2013, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-have-experience-with-icelandair/670424 "2013-10-12T16:03:33Z")
Next August, my mom and I will have to fly from the DC area to London for the start of a transatlantic cruise. I’ve started checking out airfares, and I saw that Icelandair is about $1000 less than other carriers - that… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1211) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1213)