# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1367 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1368 --- ## [Does it annoy you when people just say "Saudi" to refer to the country?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-annoy-you-when-people-just-say-saudi-to-refer-to-the-country/647204)
**Author:** [@Sicks\_Ate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sicks_Ate)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 2:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-it-annoy-you-when-people-just-say-saudi-to-refer-to-the-country/647204 "2013-01-26T14:25:48Z")
Is it reasonable that it grates my nerves something fierce when people refer to Saudi Arabia as “Saudi?” The “Saudi” is a freakin…ummrm…grammar…uh…adjective or something. Using just that portion is like referring to th… --- ## [Opinions on Under-desk mini-pedaler "bikes"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-under-desk-mini-pedaler-bikes/648328)
**Author:** [@bup](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bup)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 2:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-under-desk-mini-pedaler-bikes/648328 "2013-01-26T14:14:33Z")
Has anyone ever used something like thisor this? They look great, but I’ve never seen anybody use one. I’m considering getting one for the house - my wife is way out of shape, can’t get to the gym, and it’s too cold and… --- ## [I think I have a hemmeroid. Do I need to see a doctor?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-i-have-a-hemmeroid-do-i-need-to-see-a-doctor/617313)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 11:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-i-have-a-hemmeroid-do-i-need-to-see-a-doctor/617313 "2013-01-26T11:47:49Z")
I’m a 35 year old male and believe I have a hemorrhoid. Last couple weeks when I get in the shower after dueceing there is something there that needs to be pushed back jnside. It doesn’t hurt but is unsettling. Are thes… --- ## [Pillow talk.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pillow-talk/647739)
**Author:** [@Nars\_Glinley](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nars_Glinley)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 10:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pillow-talk/647739 "2013-01-26T10:20:02Z")
What is your pillow strategy? Do you buy cheap ones and replace them when they get flat or do you buy an expensive one and hope it lasts? I’ve always bought the cheap ones but am considering upgrading if it’s actually … --- ## [How do you view your fellow posters on the SDMB?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-view-your-fellow-posters-on-the-sdmb/648003)
**Author:** [@Nzinga\_Seated](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nzinga_Seated)\ **Replies:** 128\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-view-your-fellow-posters-on-the-sdmb/648003 "2013-01-26T07:31:49Z")
I couldn’t express myself fully in the title, so let me explain better: When you are on the SDMB or any message board for that matter, how are you viewing your fellow posters? Are you viewing them as friends, real peop… --- ## [Religious themed online backup services](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/religious-themed-online-backup-services/648114)
**Author:** [@drachillix](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drachillix)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 4:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/religious-themed-online-backup-services/648114 "2013-01-26T04:08:04Z")
Names for online backup services? As I have advertised in marketplace, I now have a second business running backup services similar to mozy, carbonite, etc. My software can be easily edited to reflect any branding I wo… --- ## [My boss announced my pregnancy...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-boss-announced-my-pregnancy/648341)
**Author:** [@WayToGo7600](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WayToGo7600)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 3:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-boss-announced-my-pregnancy/648341 "2013-01-26T03:19:48Z")
I need to know if this is illegal. My boss asked why I’ve needed so many doctors appointments in the past while, and why I am continuing to make new ones. I broke down and told her that I’m 2 months pregnant (even thoug… --- ## [Has The American News Media Taken Crazy Pills?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-the-american-news-media-taken-crazy-pills/648104)
**Author:** [@Uncle\_Jocko](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Uncle_Jocko)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 2:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-the-american-news-media-taken-crazy-pills/648104 "2013-01-26T02:55:02Z")
Not that I expect much in-depth reporting or thoughtful analysis from the news these days, but holy Hades, this must be a terrifically slow week in the old news biz. First, the hugely overblown “controversy” over whethe… --- ## [USPS mail forwarding not working](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/usps-mail-forwarding-not-working/648392)
**Author:** [@FoundWaldo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FoundWaldo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 1:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/usps-mail-forwarding-not-working/648392 "2013-01-26T01:49:54Z")
We moved about six months ago, and at the time signed up for “permanent” mail forwarding from USPS, which it said was good for one year for regular mail. We set it up for the “family” (or whatever they call the option th… --- ## [Backstabbing At Work](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/backstabbing-at-work/647677)
**Author:** [@Hoppin\_John](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hoppin_John)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2013, 1:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/backstabbing-at-work/647677 "2013-01-26T01:24:49Z")
Need some advice on what to do–if anything. I’m only a month into a professional-level IT job with a growing high-tech company with under 1000 employees. I thought things were going just fine. Most of my prior employer… --- ## [Mom had a heart attack](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mom-had-a-heart-attack/648063)
**Author:** [@Antigen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Antigen)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 11:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mom-had-a-heart-attack/648063 "2013-01-25T23:59:57Z")
She was just sitting there on the computer. Got chest pains, sweats, dizziness… so like any good idiot, she took a Tums and went to lie down, waiting 45 minutes before calling 911. It happened Sunday, at her home in Mon… --- ## [Any good freeware CRM?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-good-freeware-crm/648242)
**Author:** [@fisha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fisha)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-good-freeware-crm/648242 "2013-01-25T23:45:41Z")
Looking to implement a CRM program for the company. About 10 users. Of course, because I am the boss, and a cheap bastard, I would like it for free. Would like it to Generate reports Email reminders to sales reps An… --- ## [Ordering a DVD online in Australia](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ordering-a-dvd-online-in-australia/647481)
**Author:** [@bldysabba](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bldysabba)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 10:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ordering-a-dvd-online-in-australia/647481 "2013-01-25T22:58:16Z")
Australian dopers - I want to buy a DVD of “The Empire strikes back” for my nephew who lives in Brisbane. Where can I get the best but also reliable deal? Bonus question - Since I’m at it, I may as well get him good and… --- ## [Medical question: sudden weight gain](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-sudden-weight-gain/648335)
**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 10:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-sudden-weight-gain/648335 "2013-01-25T22:38:39Z")
Can inflammation by itself cause sudden weight gain? What about prednisone eye drops? Three weeks ago I underwent the operation called vitrectomy with scleral buckle for a detached retina. I came out of the surgery wi… --- ## [Smokers - how do you survive long airplane flights?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smokers-how-do-you-survive-long-airplane-flights/648061)
**Author:** [@EmilyG](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EmilyG)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 10:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smokers-how-do-you-survive-long-airplane-flights/648061 "2013-01-25T22:37:43Z")
Smokers - how do you survive long airplane flights, since smoking isn’t allowed in planes? (I’m not a smoker looking for advice - I’m a curious non-smoker.) --- ## [Men: Experiences with ED Pills and Pill Dependency](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/men-experiences-with-ed-pills-and-pill-dependency/648349)
**Author:** [@Jackknifed\_Juggernaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackknifed_Juggernaut)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 9:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/men-experiences-with-ed-pills-and-pill-dependency/648349 "2013-01-25T21:29:06Z")
A few years ago, I started taking Levitra to enhance the experience. I certainly didn’t have ED, but the pill made everything last quite a bit longer and allowed to me rebound faster and many more times over the course … --- ## [are there any medications or supplements for low humidity](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-medications-or-supplements-for-low-humidity/648230)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 8:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-medications-or-supplements-for-low-humidity/648230 "2013-01-25T20:53:16Z")
In a low humidity environment where you cant use a humidifier and moisturizing gel doesnt work are any medications or supplements able to retain moisture? I know accutane can cause dryness, are fuere oral things to tak… --- ## [What is a typical salary of someone with a Computer Science Degree?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-typical-salary-of-someone-with-a-computer-science-degree/648292)
**Author:** [@Quasimodal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodal)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 8:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-typical-salary-of-someone-with-a-computer-science-degree/648292 "2013-01-25T20:13:37Z")
I’ve seen so many different numbers on this. How much could a person earn with a CS degree? I’ve seen numbers ranging from 45K - 90K. Thoughts? --- ## [Why Did Reagan's Deficits Lower Unemployment?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-reagans-deficits-lower-unemployment/648280)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-reagans-deficits-lower-unemployment/648280 "2013-01-25T19:28:54Z")
Obama has spent heavily…over $6 trillion added to the national debt. But the unemployment rate has not dropped below 8%-why is this? Reagan was heavily criticized for his deficits spending-but the unemployment rate drop… --- ## [Custom PC build opinions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/custom-pc-build-opinions/645092)
**Author:** [@Deereman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deereman)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/custom-pc-build-opinions/645092 "2013-01-25T19:28:41Z")
Been debating building my own computer for a while now. Was just curious if anyone had any opinions on my part choices. I’ve never actually built a PC before but it really looks fairly easy, as long as I follow a few tut… --- ## [Did anyone actually buy into the Mayan Apocalypse?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-actually-buy-into-the-mayan-apocalypse/648203)
**Author:** [@Victor\_Charlie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Victor_Charlie)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-actually-buy-into-the-mayan-apocalypse/648203 "2013-01-25T19:23:12Z")
Judging by the amount of news coverage it generated throughout 2012, you would’ve thought the Mayan apocalypse paranoia was the next Y2K. You may have known a few people who took the Y2K threat way too seriously. But if … --- ## [Contemporary Library Time---WTF?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/contemporary-library-time-wtf/648057)
**Author:** [@Hottius\_Maximus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hottius_Maximus)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 7:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/contemporary-library-time-wtf/648057 "2013-01-25T19:15:25Z")
I am nearly 50 years old. I recall as a youth that the public library was a place where we were supposed to be quiet. I noticed about 5 years ago that when I would go to any library within my city or county that there … --- ## [My boss announced my pregnancy...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-boss-announced-my-pregnancy/648345)
**Author:** [@WayToGo7600](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WayToGo7600)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 6:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-boss-announced-my-pregnancy/648345 "2013-01-25T18:43:07Z")
I need to know if this is illegal. My boss asked why I’ve needed so many doctors appointments in the past while, and why I am continuing to make new ones. I broke down and told her that I’m 2 months pregnant (even thoug… --- ## [Has Anyone Reported This? (Personality With Transplanted Body Parts)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-reported-this-personality-with-transplanted-body-parts/648277)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-reported-this-personality-with-transplanted-body-parts/648277 "2013-01-25T18:02:33Z")
There was an odd little story I read, years ago-it went like this: a man was saved from death, via a heart/lung/liver transplant. The donor was killed in an auto accident; months later, the recipient reported that he… --- ## [Chick Publications](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chick-publications/648174)
**Author:** [@Hottius\_Maximus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hottius_Maximus)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 5:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chick-publications/648174 "2013-01-25T17:58:57Z")
Who exactly IS Jack Chick? Is that his real name? Is he still alive? I recall seeing ridiculous and vitriolic religious tracts from Chick Publications which often made outrageous claims against anyone that basically d… --- ## [Simultaneously against slut shaming and sexual depictions of women in media, how does this work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simultaneously-against-slut-shaming-and-sexual-depictions-of-women-in-media-how-does-this-work/648315)
**Author:** [@fieldfish](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fieldfish)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 5:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simultaneously-against-slut-shaming-and-sexual-depictions-of-women-in-media-how-does-this-work/648315 "2013-01-25T17:46:14Z")
I’m having a difficult time seeing how someone can simultaneously be opposed to both of these things. Slut shaming as I understand it is the act of making people feel guilty over expressing their sexuality, in most cont… --- ## [No humor essays by guys: what are other Publishing industry rules?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-humor-essays-by-guys-what-are-other-publishing-industry-rules/647973)
**Author:** [@No\_Wikipedia\_Cites](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/No_Wikipedia_Cites)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-humor-essays-by-guys-what-are-other-publishing-industry-rules/647973 "2013-01-25T17:42:45Z")
Another threadmentioned that I’m not trying to publish a book (yet), but it worries me that every person who seems to try gets some kind of response like that. What are the other rules that the publishing industry has?… --- ## [1100 2010 MY SAABs Rotting Away in NJ?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/1100-2010-my-saabs-rotting-away-in-nj/648264)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 5:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/1100-2010-my-saabs-rotting-away-in-nj/648264 "2013-01-25T17:03:09Z")
I read that due to the bankruptcy of SAAB (and its USA distributor, SAAB of North America), there are actually new cars stiing in New Jersey, which cannot be sold (until the bankruptcy court decides what to do with them… --- ## [Does nicotine gum produce an enjoyable buzz for non-smokers?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-nicotine-gum-produce-an-enjoyable-buzz-for-non-smokers/648131)
**Author:** [@Mr.Excellent](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Excellent)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 2:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-nicotine-gum-produce-an-enjoyable-buzz-for-non-smokers/648131 "2013-01-25T14:16:33Z")
I’m shopping for a new vice - smoking is inconvenient (can’t do it indoors), but nicotine is an interesting drug. Can one get a decent buzz from nicotine gum? Yes, I know that nicotine is addictive - but then, that’s mai… --- ## [Just upgraded MacBook Pro RAM; What to do with old?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-upgraded-macbook-pro-ram-what-to-do-with-old/648263)
**Author:** [@Mr.Slant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Slant)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2013, 2:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-upgraded-macbook-pro-ram-what-to-do-with-old/648263 "2013-01-25T14:15:09Z")
Okay. So, I just swapped my 2012 MacBook’s 4 GB of RAM out and replaced them with 8 GB. What’s the best way to sell the old sticks off? [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1366) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1368)