# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1316 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1317 --- ## [Texans: Houston to Tyler in June, what to do?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/texans-houston-to-tyler-in-june-what-to-do/612903)
**Author:** [@Theobroma](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Theobroma)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 10:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/texans-houston-to-tyler-in-june-what-to-do/612903 "2013-04-18T22:59:37Z")
Howdy Texans, I’m planning to visit a pal of mine in Texas the first week of June. On previous visits, we’ve met in Austin or San Antonio. This time, I thought I’d fly into Houston and end up in Tyler, where she lives… --- ## [Knee injury, minor, I think. Do I need to stay off it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/knee-injury-minor-i-think-do-i-need-to-stay-off-it/656035)
**Author:** [@Renee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Renee)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 10:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/knee-injury-minor-i-think-do-i-need-to-stay-off-it/656035 "2013-04-18T22:23:29Z")
Two days ago, I bumped my knee on something (actually, the area right under my knee, where the patellar tendon meets the tibia inthis image). I remember thinking that it was going to bruise (I don’t bruise easily) but it… --- ## [Force Required To Crush a T-Rex Skull](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/force-required-to-crush-a-t-rex-skull/655911)
**Author:** [@Selonianth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Selonianth)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 10:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/force-required-to-crush-a-t-rex-skull/655911 "2013-04-18T22:19:08Z")
Presuming one is capable of getting up there, how much force would one require in order to do enough damage to a T-Rex to kill/seriously injure a T-Rex? --- ## [You're sick. Want company?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/youre-sick-want-company/655859)
**Author:** [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 9:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/youre-sick-want-company/655859 "2013-04-18T21:01:56Z")
My gf and I are polar opposites when we are ill. She wants me to fluff her pillow, make a fuss over her, bring her a glass of water, etc. I on the other hand want left alone until I am well. Any attempt to pamper me is … --- ## [Favorite/least favorite P.E. activities](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/favorite-least-favorite-p-e-activities/655016)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 8:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/favorite-least-favorite-p-e-activities/655016 "2013-04-18T20:08:00Z")
Grade school Physical Education, i.e. P.E. or “gym” class. From early elementary school through high school graduation, we all had to do go through it. There were lots of different games/activities. I’m thinking mostl… --- ## [My Fiance Hasn't Met my Father](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-fiance-hasnt-met-my-father/646780)
**Author:** [@crazytooth615](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/crazytooth615)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 8:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-fiance-hasnt-met-my-father/646780 "2013-04-18T20:01:55Z")
I recently got engaged. My fiancee and I have been together for almost 3 years and he has never met my father. This is because my father and I are estranged due to past emotional abuse which took place in the midst of … --- ## [Argumentum ad populum.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/argumentum-ad-populum/655879)
**Author:** [@CCitizen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CCitizen)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/argumentum-ad-populum/655879 "2013-04-18T19:48:51Z")
Even though in many places such as Canada or Iran many ideas are illegal to discuss, USA has relatively wide freedom of expression. The First Amendment victory of Westboro Baptist Church is an example. Sometimes Argume… --- ## [Do I want to switch from DirecTV to Dish?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-want-to-switch-from-directv-to-dish/655574)
**Author:** [@Projammer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Projammer)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-want-to-switch-from-directv-to-dish/655574 "2013-04-18T19:34:00Z")
Looking at my bill and deciding that I’m paying too much. Time to look at alternatives and thought I’d see if anyone here has switched or has current info on side-by-side. I’ve looked at some of the satellite message b… --- ## [A friend is depressed, and mentions pills, what to do?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-friend-is-depressed-and-mentions-pills-what-to-do/655598)
**Author:** [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-friend-is-depressed-and-mentions-pills-what-to-do/655598 "2013-04-18T19:18:46Z")
I take classes in karate at a local dojo. It’s small, students get to know each other. Las night I was practising blocking techniques with another student, the only one in the whole school who is older than me.(I’m 58… --- ## [You have a contractor coming to fix something...do you clean?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-have-a-contractor-coming-to-fix-something-do-you-clean/655835)
**Author:** [@overlyverbose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/overlyverbose)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-have-a-contractor-coming-to-fix-something-do-you-clean/655835 "2013-04-18T19:09:40Z")
I’m working from home today because we have a plumber coming to look at a few issues we’ve accumulated around the house related to plumbing. So I get up this morning, look around and think, “Holy crap! This place is a wr… --- ## [My Personal Theory of Everything (Kaleidoscopic Reality)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-personal-theory-of-everything-kaleidoscopic-reality/623627)
**Author:** [@shadowofneo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/shadowofneo)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-personal-theory-of-everything-kaleidoscopic-reality/623627 "2013-04-18T19:07:58Z")
My intentions in this thread are the following: To sew together every “Personal Belief Theory” that I have gathered since I was a small child, into the intricate web of thought it currently is, but able to be perceived a… --- ## [Understanding pressure cooker bombs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/understanding-pressure-cooker-bombs/655862)
**Author:** [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 6:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/understanding-pressure-cooker-bombs/655862 "2013-04-18T18:57:53Z")
No, I do NOT need an answer fast. I don’t even need all the details, just trying to understand this Fox News story I’ve only ever seen plug in ones. I assume there are battery operated ones otherwise what was the pow… --- ## [Singles: Why No Protest of Singles Tax?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/singles-why-no-protest-of-singles-tax/655900)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 6:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/singles-why-no-protest-of-singles-tax/655900 "2013-04-18T18:48:01Z")
I haven’t looked at the tax tables in a long time since i became married filing jointly, but I recently took a second look. It appears that single people still pay more tax than married people. Why is this? And, why a… --- ## [Environmentally Sensitive Hardwood Flooring](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/environmentally-sensitive-hardwood-flooring/655616)
**Author:** [@John\_Mace](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_Mace)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 5:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/environmentally-sensitive-hardwood-flooring/655616 "2013-04-18T17:46:42Z")
Any hardwood flooring experts here? I’m wondering what are the best options for someone who wants hardwood floors, but also wants to be environmentally sensitive. Bamboo, I understand is good on the sustainability side… --- ## [Best collar or harness for running with your dog?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-collar-or-harness-for-running-with-your-dog/656038)
**Author:** [@Soylent\_Juicy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Soylent_Juicy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 5:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-collar-or-harness-for-running-with-your-dog/656038 "2013-04-18T17:45:31Z")
I have a Blue Tick Coon Hound named Ruby Tuesday and she runs beside me on a leash that wraps around my waist. She has a Halti (head collar) because being a hound dog she pulls on the leash, so she’s had that Halti sinc… --- ## [In letter into- "Thank you for giving "Bob & I" the time etc. - or is it "Bob & me"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-letter-into-thank-you-for-giving-bob-i-the-time-etc-or-is-it-bob-me/655978)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-letter-into-thank-you-for-giving-bob-i-the-time-etc-or-is-it-bob-me/655978 "2013-04-18T17:41:05Z")
Co-worker asked me this. Not sure of answer. Any grammar help appreciated. --- ## [Stupid things you let bother you as a kid](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stupid-things-you-let-bother-you-as-a-kid/655909)
**Author:** [@grude](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/grude)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stupid-things-you-let-bother-you-as-a-kid/655909 "2013-04-18T16:30:44Z")
I have had hairy arms and legs as young as five years old(I’m a guy) and kids even in kindergarten used to mock me for my hairy arms, calling me a gorilla and such. I remember wanting to shave my arms, or get rid of the… --- ## [Sweet Caroline & Boston? Why?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sweet-caroline-boston-why/656005)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 1:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sweet-caroline-boston-why/656005 "2013-04-18T13:17:06Z")
I don’t get the connection between “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond and the Boston tragedy. Why are they (the media and those in various PR roles) considering this an anthem for the tragedy? From what I heard, none of … --- ## [My Favorite Ghost Story-Debunked!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-favorite-ghost-story-debunked/655684)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 11:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-favorite-ghost-story-debunked/655684 "2013-04-18T11:45:11Z")
For many years, I thought that the Ft. Warren “Woman In Black” ghost story was true. Alas, a recent investigation fails to reveal any historical basis for the story: This story was mentioned by Boston historian Edwar… --- ## [Creepy pest control guy - do I complain?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/creepy-pest-control-guy-do-i-complain/585473)
**Author:** [@partlycloudy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/partlycloudy)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2011, 10:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/creepy-pest-control-guy-do-i-complain/585473 "2011-06-17T22:46:37Z")
First of all, it should be noted I’m female. My landlord called for a pest control guy to come out and treat my garage apartment for termites today. I was here alone when the guy came by - he was a young-ish guy (30-ish… --- ## [If society collapses is gold really going to be that valuable?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-society-collapses-is-gold-really-going-to-be-that-valuable/655814)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 10:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-society-collapses-is-gold-really-going-to-be-that-valuable/655814 "2013-04-18T10:21:45Z")
Gold bugs always seem to be worried about social and financial collapse and think gold is going is to retain lots of value in that scenario. I have to wonder if this is true, if there really was a financial and social c… --- ## [Old Brooklyn Lantern](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-brooklyn-lantern/645147)
**Author:** [@Quasimodem](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodem)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 8:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-brooklyn-lantern/645147 "2013-04-18T08:15:58Z")
I’ve been thinking of getting one of these, so I thought I’d check here for a review first. Anyone have one of these and have you had to use it? What do you like, don’t like about it? Thanks! Quasi --- ## [Any tips on navigating the LA housing market?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-tips-on-navigating-the-la-housing-market/655863)
**Author:** [@Gestalt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gestalt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-tips-on-navigating-the-la-housing-market/655863 "2013-04-18T07:14:04Z")
I am moving to Torrance in June and am having a doozy of a time trying to figure out where to live. I really know next to nothing about the area, and am concerned about living somewhere with a low crime rate (I started a… --- ## [Ladies, can I get some input?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-can-i-get-some-input/655955)
**Author:** [@Zyada](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyada)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 7:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-can-i-get-some-input/655955 "2013-04-18T07:04:13Z")
I’ve had this idea for an internet study to explore the relationship between weight, BMI, perception, etc… But I’ve run into a design snag. The core idea is that I would get female volunteers to give me three photos - … --- ## [What is the name of this children's crafts thingy?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-name-of-this-childrens-crafts-thingy/655929)
**Author:** [@Lars\_Aruns](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lars_Aruns)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 6:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-name-of-this-childrens-crafts-thingy/655929 "2013-04-18T06:26:39Z")
This is going to sound odd, I think. I am trying to find the English name for something. I’d appreciate some help, but it will be a bit of a rambling post. Well, when I was a small kid, many decades ago in Italy, my par… --- ## [Ladies, would you be attracted to a real-life giant?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-would-you-be-attracted-to-a-real-life-giant/655326)
**Author:** [@drastic\_quench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drastic_quench)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 3:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-would-you-be-attracted-to-a-real-life-giant/655326 "2013-04-18T03:52:15Z")
I’m interested in the responses regarding this hypothetical man. Let’s say his personality, education, employment, etc. are all in order. In the non-physical areas, he’s an ideal match for what you personally value in … --- ## [Treatment of dog's fungal ear infection](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/treatment-of-dogs-fungal-ear-infection/565571)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 1:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/treatment-of-dogs-fungal-ear-infection/565571 "2013-04-18T01:35:24Z")
My dog has a fungal infection in his ear. He’s been to the vet three times. Each time we go he is prescribed two sets of pills - a once-a-day pill and a twice-a-day pill that I don’t have names for (I’m in Indonesia and … --- ## [Daycare center has a no-share policy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/daycare-center-has-a-no-share-policy/655934)
**Author:** [@Nzinga\_Seated](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nzinga_Seated)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 1:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/daycare-center-has-a-no-share-policy/655934 "2013-04-18T01:31:08Z")
I like this philosophy. They aren’t saying ‘no sharing’ actually, but they are saying that it isn’t good to force the kids to share, and this makes sense to me. The kids should learn that no one has to hand you somethi… --- ## [Halloween wedding: what should bride & groom dress as?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/halloween-wedding-what-should-bride-groom-dress-as/655639)
**Author:** [@Randy\_Seltzer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Randy_Seltzer)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 1:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/halloween-wedding-what-should-bride-groom-dress-as/655639 "2013-04-18T01:25:22Z")
We got engaged this weekend. Huzzah! We are seriously considering having a Halloween wedding. All the guests would have to come in costume, we’d have Darth Vader officiate, and we’d go all-out on costumes ourselves. Th… --- ## ["I hate Mondays"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-hate-mondays/655841)
**Author:** [@Asimovian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asimovian)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2013, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-hate-mondays/655841 "2013-04-17T22:08:36Z")
This morning, while patronizing my local McDonald’s and waiting for my order, I was approached by a woman who apparently had an interest in idle chit-chat. As it happens, we are both black. I wasn’t really interested in … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1315) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1317)