# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1544 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1545 --- ## [Ladies of the Dope: What do you think of this article?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-of-the-dope-what-do-you-think-of-this-article/617148)
**Author:** [@Spice\_Weasel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spice_Weasel)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 5:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-of-the-dope-what-do-you-think-of-this-article/617148 "2012-04-02T17:35:21Z")
We’ve got a discussion brewing here about a recent Cracked article by David Wong,Five Ways Modern Men are Trained to Hate Women. To summarize: We were told that society owed us a hot girl We’re trained from birth to s… --- ## [Travel Questions for Thailand based Dopers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-questions-for-thailand-based-dopers/617515)
**Author:** [@ShibbOleth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShibbOleth)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 3:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/travel-questions-for-thailand-based-dopers/617515 "2012-04-02T15:35:53Z")
I am scheduled to fly into the LoS around 14 April and depart out on 23 April. In between I have some business that I need to attend to in Surat Thani which should take a few days, tops. Other than that, I was kind of … --- ## [Going to meet SO's parents, what should I take?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-to-meet-sos-parents-what-should-i-take/617285)
**Author:** [@Dervorin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dervorin)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 3:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-to-meet-sos-parents-what-should-i-take/617285 "2012-04-02T15:35:25Z")
I seem to have accidentally acquired a Swiss SO (it’s a complicated story) and I’m going to be staying at her parents’ place over Easter, where she lives. I’ll be staying there for 4 days, and while I have met them befor… --- ## [What are your lunch options at work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-lunch-options-at-work/617292)
**Author:** [@tdn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tdn)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 3:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-lunch-options-at-work/617292 "2012-04-02T15:06:01Z")
Do you have to brown bag it every day, or can you get food without too much hassle? I once worked at a place with no fridge, and not even air conditioning. The only other option was McDonald’s. I worked at a place near… --- ## [Why do my eyes feel tired...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-my-eyes-feel-tired/617430)
**Author:** [@BACI](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BACI)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 8:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-my-eyes-feel-tired/617430 "2012-04-02T08:45:36Z")
When the rest of me is fine? To be more precise, I have young kids, and a hectic schedule. I often get that, “Whew, I’m exhausted” feeling. The other day it struck me that in fact my legs feel fine, my arms feel fine, m… --- ## [How has corn affected you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-has-corn-affected-you/617514)
**Author:** [@Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Swords_to_Plowshares)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 7:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-has-corn-affected-you/617514 "2012-04-02T07:17:50Z")
Thanks to this board I have been craving the sweet yellow cereal all day, and I changed my dinner plan to make cornbread. I hope you’re happy. How has corn changed your life today? --- ## [Night Sweats](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/night-sweats/617543)
**Author:** [@Runs\_With\_Scissors](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Runs_With_Scissors)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 6:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/night-sweats/617543 "2012-04-02T06:33:15Z")
Ever get these? One wakes up and all the sheets and you are completely soaking wet. It’s almost like someone threw a bucket of water onto the bed. I sleep alone, but I can imagine it would be really embarrassing to ha… --- ## [Alternative fuel economy being listed as equivalent gasoline economy is annoying](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alternative-fuel-economy-being-listed-as-equivalent-gasoline-economy-is-annoying/617531)
**Author:** [@snailboy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/snailboy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2012, 1:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alternative-fuel-economy-being-listed-as-equivalent-gasoline-economy-is-annoying/617531 "2012-04-02T01:42:42Z")
I’ve looked a little at the alternative fuel vehicles lately, not so much because I plan to buy one but just out of curiosity. It seems the electric and CNG vehicles list their economy as “equivalent gasoline mpg”. This … --- ## [What's the Dope think about Diamond pet foods?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-dope-think-about-diamond-pet-foods/617528)
**Author:** [@River\_Hippie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/River_Hippie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 11:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-dope-think-about-diamond-pet-foods/617528 "2012-04-01T23:52:04Z")
I tried the dog food on a recommendation from someone. Also tried the cat food for my pukey kitty. I’ll post the cause/effect if there’s enough response to this thread. Just curious if any dopers have more info or opin… --- ## [Tell me your pellet or corn stove experiences](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-your-pellet-or-corn-stove-experiences/451158)
**Author:** [@StGermain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StGermain)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 11:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-your-pellet-or-corn-stove-experiences/451158 "2012-04-01T23:11:28Z")
In an attempt to heat my drafty old farmhouse this winter, I’m thinking of investing in a corn or wood pellet stove. I live in Middle Tennessee, and we don’t have what could rightly be called a winter here. The temps rar… --- ## [Recommend Readings on Freedom](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-readings-on-freedom/617497)
**Author:** [@Ulfreida](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ulfreida)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-readings-on-freedom/617497 "2012-04-01T20:34:46Z")
I’ve been invited to a seder for which we’ve been asked to bring something to read on the topic of freedom. I haven’t gotten any farther than Thomas Paine . . . any suggestions? Not more than a page, probably. A seder … --- ## [Looking for New Mexico vacation recommendations](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-new-mexico-vacation-recommendations/617118)
**Author:** [@vertizontal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/vertizontal)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 7:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-new-mexico-vacation-recommendations/617118 "2012-04-01T19:11:31Z")
This summer (probably in early August) we’re planning to vacation in New Mexico. Our kids will be ages 10 and 9. We’ll fly into Albuquereque and do touristy stuff there, and rent a car to experience Carlsbad Caverns, A… --- ## [people are not limited to one definition...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/people-are-not-limited-to-one-definition/617011)
**Author:** [@living\_in\_hell](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/living_in_hell)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/people-are-not-limited-to-one-definition/617011 "2012-04-01T19:09:17Z")
Someone who has an addiction can also be a family member or friend Someone with schizophrenia can be a classmate or coworker Language is powerful: calling someone “an addict” or “a schizophrenic” fails to recognize the… --- ## [The Bomber Always Gets Through-Why Were Allied Air Chiefs So Naive?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-bomber-always-gets-through-why-were-allied-air-chiefs-so-naive/616403)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 12:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-bomber-always-gets-through-why-were-allied-air-chiefs-so-naive/616403 "2012-04-01T12:52:24Z")
Both the RAF and USAAF bomber proponents thought that the lumbering bombers could defend themselves from fighter attack. Yet, the sad experience was otherwise-RAF bomber losses were so high, that the RAF switched to ni… --- ## [The TRUTH about CORN](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-truth-about-corn/617446)
**Author:** [@guizot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/guizot)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 12:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-truth-about-corn/617446 "2012-04-01T12:47:36Z")
An innocent question, asked recently at a very popular, very established Koreatown eatery that shall remain nameless: “Do you use CORN ?” The answer? “We always serve some,” the waiter replies. “If you want more, we can… --- ## [Mega Millions - How Much Money Is Too Much Money?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mega-millions-how-much-money-is-too-much-money/617056)
**Author:** [@DMark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DMark)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 12:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mega-millions-how-much-money-is-too-much-money/617056 "2012-04-01T12:20:13Z")
Current estimates of the next Mega Millions jackpot are $476 million. Living in Las Vegas, lotteries are illegal (go figure) but I just wonder how much money is “too much” money to win? Seriously - how in the hell woul… --- ## [FIV cat advice wanted, mostly wondering about having him defanged](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fiv-cat-advice-wanted-mostly-wondering-about-having-him-defanged/617428)
**Author:** [@flatlined](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/flatlined)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 2:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fiv-cat-advice-wanted-mostly-wondering-about-having-him-defanged/617428 "2012-04-01T02:53:42Z")
BG: I have 4 cats, 3 males and 1 female. The female is a FIV pos house feral. I had her defanged on my vet’s advice. From what I understand FIV is passed by body fluids, so the fangs need to go to stop the transmissio… --- ## [Jury Duty in LA County-- What's Your Experience?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jury-duty-in-la-county-whats-your-experience/617306)
**Author:** [@F.Pu-du-he-pa-as](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/F.Pu-du-he-pa-as)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2012, 12:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jury-duty-in-la-county-whats-your-experience/617306 "2012-04-01T00:28:26Z")
I got called for jury duty in LA county. What should I expect? I’ve been told that I have to wait until 4-5 PM on the first day to see if I’ll be selected from a trial, and that trials last on average for 5-7 days, but… --- ## [College towns around Las big as NY in terms of tech startups?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/college-towns-around-las-big-as-ny-in-terms-of-tech-startups/615392)
**Author:** [@ClarenceClancy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ClarenceClancy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 11:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/college-towns-around-las-big-as-ny-in-terms-of-tech-startups/615392 "2012-03-31T23:21:03Z")
Rather than research all these areas, would you just tell me a few keywords about each of these college towns, if you’ve lived in them for more than 3 months? Berkeley Stanford UCLA Area UC-Irvine --- ## [what's your stripper name?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-stripper-name/616759)
**Author:** [@living\_in\_hell](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/living_in_hell)\ **Replies:** 105\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 8:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-stripper-name/616759 "2012-03-31T20:14:08Z")
Name of first pet + Name of street where you grew up --- ## [Blessed Already, I'm Back Sleeping At The Wi-Fi Spot](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blessed-already-im-back-sleeping-at-the-wi-fi-spot/617391)
**Author:** [@Yakuza](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Yakuza)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 7:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blessed-already-im-back-sleeping-at-the-wi-fi-spot/617391 "2012-03-31T19:32:17Z")
The other day I was telling u how last week the manager didn’t want me sleeping over night at the wi-fi spot and I might have 2 start back sleeping at the parks. As it turns out, I wrnt back 2 the wi-fi spot the other ni… --- ## [Is \[your\] world a dangerous place?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-your-world-a-dangerous-place/617268)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 6:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-your-world-a-dangerous-place/617268 "2012-03-31T18:50:15Z")
Simple yes/no poll. Obviously there are parts of the world that are frightening, but do you feel like your stomping grounds are a dangerous place? --- ## [George Zimmerman 911 call: What did you hear?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/george-zimmerman-911-call-what-did-you-hear/617158)
**Author:** [@enomaj](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/enomaj)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 4:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/george-zimmerman-911-call-what-did-you-hear/617158 "2012-03-31T16:37:31Z")
I saw the headline “Possible Racial Slur” before hearing the recording. I was listening for nigger. I heard fucking coons. Then I went to the Orlando Sentinel to hear the original and heard fucking punks. And then I watc… --- ## [Do you have a "minimalist" desk space and/or home office? Show it off here!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-minimalist-desk-space-and-or-home-office-show-it-off-here/616904)
**Author:** [@Covered\_In\_Bees](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Covered_In_Bees)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 4:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-minimalist-desk-space-and-or-home-office-show-it-off-here/616904 "2012-03-31T16:19:19Z")
Hello all! I’m in the market for a new desk for my PC. This one is small and cramped, as seen here. I’m looking for cool ideas to get a good minimalist look and feel going for the future desktop area. Having more space … --- ## [Alicia Silverstone's baby eats like a bird . . . literally.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alicia-silverstones-baby-eats-like-a-bird-literally/617041)
**Author:** [@Eve](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Eve)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/alicia-silverstones-baby-eats-like-a-bird-literally/617041 "2012-03-31T15:19:32Z")
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-31749\_162-57405700-10391698/alicia-silverstone-feeds-her-son-from-her-mouth/ Alicia has been throwing up into her baby’s mouth. Not actually throwing up: she chews her food and then Frenches … --- ## [Experiences with Multiple Personality Disorder?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/experiences-with-multiple-personality-disorder/616996)
**Author:** [@ioioio](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ioioio)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 3:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/experiences-with-multiple-personality-disorder/616996 "2012-03-31T15:13:59Z")
I once knew a person who claimed to have it, and I assume she was telling the truth. She occasionally came to meetings of an organization I belong to. She was a bright, interesting person and pretty open about the MPD.… --- ## [My Standards Are Not Too High For Girls](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-standards-are-not-too-high-for-girls/617094)
**Author:** [@Yakuza](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Yakuza)\ **Replies:** 153\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-standards-are-not-too-high-for-girls/617094 "2012-03-31T14:38:32Z")
Ok, I gotta clear this up for me and for other good guys having a hard time finding a free girl. Someone in my last post felt like my standards are too high when it comes 2 choosing females. Well let me say that my stand… --- ## [Think "Pink Slime" Disgusting? What About Sausages and Hotdogs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/think-pink-slime-disgusting-what-about-sausages-and-hotdogs/616636)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 1:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/think-pink-slime-disgusting-what-about-sausages-and-hotdogs/616636 "2012-03-31T13:11:26Z")
The use of chemically treated meat scraps seems a bit overblown-sausge makers have been using all kinds of scraps, organ meats, etc. for a long time. I can see people getting teed off-if they think they are buying only … --- ## [Health care for all: Comments on Conservative comments](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/health-care-for-all-comments-on-conservative-comments/617368)
**Author:** [@septimus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/septimus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 1:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/health-care-for-all-comments-on-conservative-comments/617368 "2012-03-31T13:11:09Z")
In a current GD thread, Conservatives are asked “What should we do about people who can’t pay for medical care?” I think it will be interesting to see what they come up with. To avoid “poisoning their well” I propose t… --- ## [Neutered Gentlemen: My Vasectomy is Tomorrow!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/neutered-gentlemen-my-vasectomy-is-tomorrow/617184)
**Author:** [@markdash](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/markdash)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2012, 8:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/neutered-gentlemen-my-vasectomy-is-tomorrow/617184 "2012-03-31T08:04:43Z")
Just how difficult (or not) is the recovery? The urologist said it would feel like I was “kicked really hard.” Fortunately, I have never been kicked or otherwise struck very hard in that particular area, so I have no bas… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1543) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1545)