# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1492 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1493 --- ## [Superfocus eyeglasses](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/superfocus-eyeglasses/626882)
**Author:** [@panache45](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/panache45)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2012, 12:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/superfocus-eyeglasses/626882 "2012-07-02T00:06:25Z")
I’m considering these glasses as an alternative to bifocals. Has anyone had actual experience with them? Here’s a previous thread. Here’s the site for the glasses. --- ## [When you have consensual sex with someone, what implied responsibilities do you assume?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-you-have-consensual-sex-with-someone-what-implied-responsibilities-do-you-assume/626861)
**Author:** [@Slithy\_Tove](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slithy_Tove)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-you-have-consensual-sex-with-someone-what-implied-responsibilities-do-you-assume/626861 "2012-07-01T22:41:19Z")
This seems to be at the root of a great deal of interpersonal dissatisfaction. And I do want to stress “implied.” Not: “let’s be significant others.” later: “thanks for the sex. I’m breaking up with you now.” The relati… --- ## [adopted by a kitten. What to do?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/adopted-by-a-kitten-what-to-do/626762)
**Author:** [@Hari\_Seldon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hari_Seldon)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 9:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/adopted-by-a-kitten-what-to-do/626762 "2012-07-01T21:24:49Z")
This morning my wife and I were out for a walk and black and white kitten just followed us home, about four blocks. We didn’t let it into the house (it tried) but it came to the porch at the back and spent the entire af… --- ## [If your spouse said "Let's be monogamish", would you think about it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-your-spouse-said-lets-be-monogamish-would-you-think-about-it/626029)
**Author:** [@Taomist](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Taomist)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 6:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-your-spouse-said-lets-be-monogamish-would-you-think-about-it/626029 "2012-07-01T18:50:55Z")
I’ve seen a lot of threads lately based on jealousy, possessiveness and betrayal. I’ve seen a lot of marriages broken up due to same. Now, betrayal seems to be at the root of much of it: “S/He said he would be faithful … --- ## [What should we do about the health care mandate? (Poll the first)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-we-do-about-the-health-care-mandate-poll-the-first/626718)
**Author:** [@Happy\_Fun\_Ball](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Happy_Fun_Ball)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 4:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-we-do-about-the-health-care-mandate-poll-the-first/626718 "2012-07-01T16:54:32Z")
Specifically, what should we do about the uninsured. The individual mandate, coupled with taxes (fines) and credits to help those that can’t afford it is one solution to the problem. I am curious about what those who a… --- ## [How large are cell phones going to get?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-large-are-cell-phones-going-to-get/626692)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 4:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-large-are-cell-phones-going-to-get/626692 "2012-07-01T16:07:37Z")
We all (most of us a least) remember the comically large Zach Morris brick phone from the 80s, and the equally comically large car phones which were roughly the size and weight of a cinderblock. During the late 90s as t… --- ## [Medical question (may be TMI, but nothing oozing or anything)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-may-be-tmi-but-nothing-oozing-or-anything/626884)
**Author:** [@diggerwam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/diggerwam)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-may-be-tmi-but-nothing-oozing-or-anything/626884 "2012-07-01T15:37:59Z")
About 3 months ago, I was eating popcorn and I started having issues with my tongue. It seems like I bit my tongue, the wound kinda lines up with a tooth, but it seems to me that the damage done is more in line with car… --- ## [Safest Countries in Middle East for Ugly American Tourists?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/safest-countries-in-middle-east-for-ugly-american-tourists/626713)
**Author:** [@drastic\_quench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drastic_quench)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 11:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/safest-countries-in-middle-east-for-ugly-american-tourists/626713 "2012-07-01T11:15:04Z")
Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts, navy sock with penny loafers, and an American flag baseball cap - plus a wife who dresses too immodestly for a U.S. office. They drink. And they make minimal effort to learn any other la… --- ## [Police clear car dealership of birds by shooting them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/police-clear-car-dealership-of-birds-by-shooting-them/626697)
**Author:** [@ducati](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ducati)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 10:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/police-clear-car-dealership-of-birds-by-shooting-them/626697 "2012-07-01T10:05:21Z")
Seagulls shot! Southgate police clear abandoned dealership of birds by shooting them Southgate Public Safety Director: ’ We cannot take out more than 500 seagulls’ http://tinyurl.com/6uxznyg I find this ridiculous and… --- ## [What does this word mean to you](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-this-word-mean-to-you/626126)
**Author:** [@Peter\_Morris](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Peter_Morris)\ **Replies:** 150\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 9:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-this-word-mean-to-you/626126 "2012-07-01T09:02:15Z")
There is a common English word. I’d like to know what people think it means. Please give me list of synonyms for this word. Please note, I’m asking for OPINIONS here. Tell me what YOU think the word means. Don’t look … --- ## [how generally-accepted is luggage, on public transportation (buses, trains, etc)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-generally-accepted-is-luggage-on-public-transportation-buses-trains-etc/626753)
**Author:** [@Win\_Place\_Show](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Win_Place_Show)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 8:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-generally-accepted-is-luggage-on-public-transportation-buses-trains-etc/626753 "2012-07-01T08:17:01Z")
Suppose it’s you and your spouse, and you have just the typical luggage (nothing outlandish, just what you would be able to carry-on, on an airplane) - one rolling bag, and one laptop bag / purse, etc., apiece. No golf … --- ## [Where can you get auto paint cheaply](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-can-you-get-auto-paint-cheaply/626848)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-can-you-get-auto-paint-cheaply/626848 "2012-07-01T04:05:46Z")
I know the VIN number of my car as well as the paint code which is found on the inside of the drivers side door. I want to paint a bumper cover, which requires less than a pint of paint. The only site that lets me use m… --- ## [Crossing between NY/VT and Canada (PQ/Montreal) - any info, tips or suggestions?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crossing-between-ny-vt-and-canada-pq-montreal-any-info-tips-or-suggestions/626801)
**Author:** [@robardin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/robardin)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 3:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crossing-between-ny-vt-and-canada-pq-montreal-any-info-tips-or-suggestions/626801 "2012-07-01T03:44:37Z")
I am planning a jaunt from NYC to Montreal in about a month’s time, and I’m concerned that I’m not budgeting enough time for the border crossings. I would appreciate it if any Dopers who’ve done the crossing recently w… --- ## [What’s the most extraordinary thing you’ve posted about yourself?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-s-the-most-extraordinary-thing-you-ve-posted-about-yourself/626344)
**Author:** [@ioioio](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ioioio)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 2:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-s-the-most-extraordinary-thing-you-ve-posted-about-yourself/626344 "2012-07-01T02:05:13Z")
In light of recent events here, many of us may be looking at other posters’ unusual claims with more skepticism than previously. What have you posted that others might find a bit incredible? I posted about the destruct… --- ## [Ways to make yourself stop procrastinating and become more productive and self-disciplined](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ways-to-make-yourself-stop-procrastinating-and-become-more-productive-and-self-disciplined/626439)
**Author:** [@Rodgers01](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rodgers01)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 1:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ways-to-make-yourself-stop-procrastinating-and-become-more-productive-and-self-disciplined/626439 "2012-07-01T01:52:31Z")
Anyone have good tips or advice on making yourself…well, all the things mentioned in the title? Books, mental tricks, plans - anything like that? For the first time in years I find myself with a lot of free time on my … --- ## [Hunters / campers: recommend me a good Ka-bar replacement.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hunters-campers-recommend-me-a-good-ka-bar-replacement/626815)
**Author:** [@Lancia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lancia)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2012, 1:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hunters-campers-recommend-me-a-good-ka-bar-replacement/626815 "2012-07-01T01:08:20Z")
Recently I spent several days on a backpacking/hiking trip. As always I brought my well-usedKa-bar knife along. I’ve had it for years, and love it. It gets ten times as much use as the multi-tool when I’m in the woods an… --- ## [Best destination in Latin America for an outrageous American gringo](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-destination-in-latin-america-for-an-outrageous-american-gringo/626729)
**Author:** [@robert\_columbia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/robert_columbia)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 11:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-destination-in-latin-america-for-an-outrageous-american-gringo/626729 "2012-06-30T23:56:27Z")
Inspired by this thread, what’s the best place for a stereotypical American gringo to visit in Latin America? My definition of “Latin America” includes the countries of North America, Central America, South America, and… --- ## [Are you people fundamentally the same or are we all very different creatures?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-people-fundamentally-the-same-or-are-we-all-very-different-creatures/626822)
**Author:** [@monstro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/monstro)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-people-fundamentally-the-same-or-are-we-all-very-different-creatures/626822 "2012-06-30T23:45:13Z")
Just when I think I able to relate to someone, they say or do something that makes me think we are members of two different planets. An unpleasant feeling comes over me…like I’m the “wrong” one. Even when there are no … --- ## [Comparing rankings for Best 10 and Worst 10 places to retire is interesting](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/comparing-rankings-for-best-10-and-worst-10-places-to-retire-is-interesting/626829)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 11:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/comparing-rankings-for-best-10-and-worst-10-places-to-retire-is-interesting/626829 "2012-06-30T23:28:13Z")
See Worst 10 places to retire Best 10 places to retire Apparently if you are retired warm and cheap beats out crime rates, life expectancy, education level of the population, and a host of other attributes. --- ## [Any hot tub owners?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-hot-tub-owners/626570)
**Author:** [@Drain\_Bead](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Drain_Bead)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 11:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-hot-tub-owners/626570 "2012-06-30T23:00:57Z")
My husband and I have decided, after a few long weekend trips where we spent a lot of time in hot tubs, that it would be nice to have one at home. We have a nice wooded lot that would be nice for a hot tub. Of course, … --- ## [Opinions on airsoft guns for kids (13)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-airsoft-guns-for-kids-13/625844)
**Author:** [@CookingWithGas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CookingWithGas)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 8:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-airsoft-guns-for-kids-13/625844 "2012-06-30T20:21:53Z")
Would you give your 13-year-old son an Airsoft gun? My son is asking me for an Airsoft gun. We live in a close-in suburb of DC, of medium density. He wants to use it to play with other boys in the neighborhood. I have … --- ## [How to use switchable graphics on my laptop? Do I even have it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-use-switchable-graphics-on-my-laptop-do-i-even-have-it/626687)
**Author:** [@Lars\_Aruns](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lars_Aruns)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 8:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-use-switchable-graphics-on-my-laptop-do-i-even-have-it/626687 "2012-06-30T20:00:34Z")
I recently bought a Lenovo laptop on their UK web site. It’s a Thinkpad Edge E530, and it’s supposed to have a Nvidia graphics card, which is good because I like a bit of gaming. However, it looks like I might have the … --- ## [Reaction in your circles to the SCOTUS decision on health care reform?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/reaction-in-your-circles-to-the-scotus-decision-on-health-care-reform/626587)
**Author:** [@Hippy\_Hollow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hippy_Hollow)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 7:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/reaction-in-your-circles-to-the-scotus-decision-on-health-care-reform/626587 "2012-06-30T19:53:36Z")
There’s a fine thread in GD about the intricacies of the decision, but I’m more curious - on your Facebook feeds, offices, local radio - what are people saying? I am bathing in schadenfreude hearing the right wing loons… --- ## [What do you think about Google Glass?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-google-glass/626733)
**Author:** [@With\_Rye](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/With_Rye)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 5:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-google-glass/626733 "2012-06-30T17:46:31Z")
The demo: I think the product itself looks stupid on people and don’t think anyone would want to wear their computer around all the time. Even if/when they polish it up in a consumer version later down the… --- ## [How would you make this underwater room?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-make-this-underwater-room/626776)
**Author:** [@Enkel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enkel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 3:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-you-make-this-underwater-room/626776 "2012-06-30T15:35:25Z")
Does anyone know what material would be used for the clear parts? Plexiglass? Especially given that this is sort of deep in open waters. And given the materials, what would be used for the joints? http://www.news.com… --- ## [Why is health insurance seen as the employer's responsibility?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-health-insurance-seen-as-the-employers-responsibility/626702)
**Author:** [@Cold\_Dish](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cold_Dish)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 2:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-health-insurance-seen-as-the-employers-responsibility/626702 "2012-06-30T14:15:24Z")
Health insurance is traditionally tied to a person’s job. Why isn’t it seen as the individual’s responsibility? --- ## [What kind of bug bit my kid?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-kind-of-bug-bit-my-kid/626689)
**Author:** [@Unauthorized\_Cinnamon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Unauthorized_Cinnamon)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 12:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-kind-of-bug-bit-my-kid/626689 "2012-06-30T12:39:31Z")
I’d like to figure out what this might be, to avoid future exposure and to guide the exterminator if needed. She barely seems to notice them - they are mildly itchy, not painful. She spent yesterday playing on a swing … --- ## [Conspiracy Theorists: Where do weigh in on Julian Assange?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/conspiracy-theorists-where-do-weigh-in-on-julian-assange/626479)
**Author:** [@Winston\_Smith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Winston_Smith)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 8:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/conspiracy-theorists-where-do-weigh-in-on-julian-assange/626479 "2012-06-30T08:58:29Z")
I’m not big into CT, but I do think that Assange is subject of a Government Conspiracy to silence him because of his political activities. It seems to me that each WikiLeak is closely followed by a fresh charge of sexual… --- ## [Should all cars be equipped with breathalysers?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-all-cars-be-equipped-with-breathalysers/626124)
**Author:** [@Hazle\_Weatherfield](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hazle_Weatherfield)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 6:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-all-cars-be-equipped-with-breathalysers/626124 "2012-06-30T06:38:36Z")
Why or why not? --- ## [Getting a lawyer if you win the lottery](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-a-lawyer-if-you-win-the-lottery/617186)
**Author:** [@joebuck20](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/joebuck20)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2012, 2:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-a-lawyer-if-you-win-the-lottery/617186 "2012-06-30T02:37:02Z")
One of the first things people say to do if you win the lottery is get a lawyer. But, as silly as this question may sound, just what is it that a lawyer will do for you in this situation? I assume the state isn’t going … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1491) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1493)