# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1628 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1629 --- ## [Your thoughts on a 3.7 liter 5-cylinder Chevy engine?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-thoughts-on-a-3-7-liter-5-cylinder-chevy-engine/493727)
**Author:** [@Spoons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spoons)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2011, 1:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-thoughts-on-a-3-7-liter-5-cylinder-chevy-engine/493727 "2011-11-21T01:42:22Z")
These questions deal with the Chevrolet 3.7 litre 5-cylinder engine; and are for our automotive experts and anybody else who may have had experience with this engine. My wife and I are considering buying a new truck at … --- ## [How much does the average Westerner know about Chongqing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-does-the-average-westerner-know-about-chongqing/603438)
**Author:** [@Namkcalb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Namkcalb)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2011, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-does-the-average-westerner-know-about-chongqing/603438 "2011-11-21T00:41:43Z")
In another thread, we came to the conclusion that China’s Chongqing was the biggest city very few westerners know about. How true is this? Do you know anything about Chongqing? What do you think other people know about … --- ## [What do you spend on teacher gifts?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-spend-on-teacher-gifts/603297)
**Author:** [@Farmer\_Jane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Farmer_Jane)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 11:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-spend-on-teacher-gifts/603297 "2011-11-20T23:09:22Z")
Approximately? I ask because I recently got an email from my son’s school asking me to give between $36-180 per student. It’s my understanding that these gifts go for all staff. Of course, the PTO loves to shake the m… --- ## [Is it time to stop calling the under-30 set "over-pampered, self-indulgent, spoiled brat babies"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-to-stop-calling-the-under-30-set-over-pampered-self-indulgent-spoiled-brat-babies/602833)
**Author:** [@Justin\_Bailey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Justin_Bailey)\ **Replies:** 166\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 10:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-time-to-stop-calling-the-under-30-set-over-pampered-self-indulgent-spoiled-brat-babies/602833 "2011-11-20T22:31:40Z")
I saw this on Cracked a few days ago and it really struck home for me. This is how the kids born between 1980 and 1990 were treated by their parents and it convinces me more than over that coming back home after college … --- ## [Were Penn State football players actually held to higher standards than other college players?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-penn-state-football-players-actually-held-to-higher-standards-than-other-college-players/603411)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 7:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-penn-state-football-players-actually-held-to-higher-standards-than-other-college-players/603411 "2011-11-20T19:49:26Z")
I’ve heard the claim that Penn State football players were held to rigorous academic and personal behavior standards. More so than players in any other college football program. Is this a verifiable fact or just PR puffe… --- ## [Any advice on starting a blog?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-advice-on-starting-a-blog/603373)
**Author:** [@wevets](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wevets)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 7:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-advice-on-starting-a-blog/603373 "2011-11-20T19:38:01Z")
I’m going to start a blog to keep myself in practice writing for public audiences and say things that I don’t expect anyone to read (but that are SFW.) Knowing nothing about blogging, I was just thinking of getting a Wo… --- ## [Perfume](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/perfume/603469)
**Author:** [@BigBertha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigBertha)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 6:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/perfume/603469 "2011-11-20T18:45:30Z")
I have been testing perfumes whenever I go to a store, hoping to find one I want to buy but no luck. Most are jsut not good, and Britney’s Spear’s one is godawful! Recommend me one. I don’t want too fruity or candy like… --- ## [When people come to visit, who gets to decide what to do?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-people-come-to-visit-who-gets-to-decide-what-to-do/603413)
**Author:** [@Rodgers01](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rodgers01)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 6:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-people-come-to-visit-who-gets-to-decide-what-to-do/603413 "2011-11-20T18:41:41Z")
I live in New York City, and a certain close relative of mine lives not too far out in New Jersey. He infrequently visits (more often I go out there to see him), but whenever he does come in for a day, he always sets ex… --- ## [What makes a good parent?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-a-good-parent/603408)
**Author:** [@Namkcalb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Namkcalb)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 5:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-a-good-parent/603408 "2011-11-20T17:59:59Z")
Answer as you see fit. --- ## [How much do you pay for internet/TV?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-do-you-pay-for-internet-tv/601836)
**Author:** [@Quintas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quintas)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 5:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-do-you-pay-for-internet-tv/601836 "2011-11-20T17:50:52Z")
I have ATT Uverse. I have 12 MBPS internet. 200 channels and a landline. Bill is $170.00 When I got it, It was like $100 per month. 6 month deal. Of the 200 channels, only maybe 10 are any good. Back in spring, I cut … --- ## [Spouses, how do you plan to enjoy your extra time with the SO this winter?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spouses-how-do-you-plan-to-enjoy-your-extra-time-with-the-so-this-winter/603505)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 3:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spouses-how-do-you-plan-to-enjoy-your-extra-time-with-the-so-this-winter/603505 "2011-11-20T15:22:13Z")
Mods this is not a game thread. Let’s talk about the extra weekend time Spouses have with their SO’s on the weekends this coming winter. No distracting or boring basketball on Sunday. :smiley: :smiley: :smiley: How w… --- ## [Teach me a little about big building plumbing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/teach-me-a-little-about-big-building-plumbing/603091)
**Author:** [@SeaDragonTattoo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SeaDragonTattoo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 2:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/teach-me-a-little-about-big-building-plumbing/603091 "2011-11-20T14:40:51Z")
… so I might have an idea about what’s going on and what to expect from the plumber. I’m in an apartment in a 40-unit, 4-storey building (sub-grade ground and three levels above). Vintage building, partially rehabbed ab… --- ## [Visiting the Netherlands in November. What should I do/see?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/visiting-the-netherlands-in-november-what-should-i-do-see/599819)
**Author:** [@liirogue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/liirogue)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 1:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/visiting-the-netherlands-in-november-what-should-i-do-see/599819 "2011-11-20T13:36:51Z")
With a little bit of luck, I’ll be spending a week in early November in the Netherlands. What are some things I should go do or see? I love history and art, as well as the quirky or strange. My husband is going for wo… --- ## [Vets Day & Conscientious Objectors](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vets-day-conscientious-objectors/603358)
**Author:** [@Atomic\_Mama](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Atomic_Mama)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 8:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vets-day-conscientious-objectors/603358 "2011-11-20T08:19:59Z")
There was a Veterans Day observation last Sunday at a church I attend. Attendees were encouraged to mention names of veterans to the rest of the congregation, and I cited a conscientious objector (my former spouse). He w… --- ## [Career advice: Asking to NOT get a raise?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/career-advice-asking-to-not-get-a-raise/603189)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 4:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/career-advice-asking-to-not-get-a-raise/603189 "2011-11-20T04:57:20Z")
I’m debating with myself if I should ask my boss to NOT give me a raise this year. Sounds crazy I know, but listen to my line of logic: As a technician, I’m currently making way more than I should be for someone with m… --- ## [Don't buy crappy tools as gifts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dont-buy-crappy-tools-as-gifts/603279)
**Author:** [@filmore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/filmore)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 4:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dont-buy-crappy-tools-as-gifts/603279 "2011-11-20T04:30:35Z")
If you’re giving tools as gifts this year, try to get the nicest tools you can. A good tool will be a joy to use every time. A crappy tool will be a crappy tool every time it is used. Price is usually a pretty good i… --- ## [SMBC: is this graph true for you? Share your experience!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smbc-is-this-graph-true-for-you-share-your-experience/603485)
**Author:** [@Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qadgop_the_Mercotan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 2:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smbc-is-this-graph-true-for-you-share-your-experience/603485 "2011-11-20T02:00:17Z")
SMBC today shows a graph of life satisfaction vs time for nerds and normal people. I’m definitely a nerd, and I’m in my mid-50’s. The nerd line on this graph is pretty damn accurate for me, with a few minor variances… --- ## [Stimulant Drug use by INDUSTRY](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stimulant-drug-use-by-industry/603448)
**Author:** [@Dirty0ldman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dirty0ldman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2011, 12:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stimulant-drug-use-by-industry/603448 "2011-11-20T00:45:38Z")
Ever wondered which industry uses the most amount of Ritalin, Adderall, Dexedrine, Focalin etc.? The news article ‘The Great Adderall shortage of 2011’ brought this issue to my attention. There are to date no definitive… --- ## [Can someone help me get started meditating?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-someone-help-me-get-started-meditating/601087)
**Author:** [@wonky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wonky)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 10:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-someone-help-me-get-started-meditating/601087 "2011-11-19T22:42:30Z")
I have a chronic problem with arrhythmia brought on by stress and I’d really like to try to learn how to relax. Trust me, it’s not as easy as it sounds. Meditation seems like it might be a fruitful path for me. Can an… --- ## [Meeting With a Lawyer: I'm Terrified](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/meeting-with-a-lawyer-im-terrified/603461)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 9:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/meeting-with-a-lawyer-im-terrified/603461 "2011-11-19T21:58:10Z")
I will be meeting with an attorney next week to discuss the possibility of my initiating a workmen’s compensation lawsuit. I’m terrified. I’ve never been a party to a lawsuit, and in fact have never dealt with a lawyer a… --- ## [Guesses as to what's going on with my house electrical system?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guesses-as-to-whats-going-on-with-my-house-electrical-system/603240)
**Author:** [@chiroptera](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chiroptera)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 8:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guesses-as-to-whats-going-on-with-my-house-electrical-system/603240 "2011-11-19T20:41:15Z")
This morning parts of my house electric system shut down suddenly. None of the breakers were tripped (I flipped them all off and back on to be sure), I wasn’t running anything out of the ordinary. Two weird things: One… --- ## [Car stolen and returned. Keep or sell.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/car-stolen-and-returned-keep-or-sell/603427)
**Author:** [@Zulema](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zulema)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 4:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/car-stolen-and-returned-keep-or-sell/603427 "2011-11-19T16:50:03Z")
Your car is stolen and recovered by the police. One of the thieves is a known gang member. Is it safe to keep the car or would you sell it? It’s a car model popular with his gang and he knows where he can find it. Do… --- ## [How to survive a cervical spine fusion?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-survive-a-cervical-spine-fusion/600634)
**Author:** [@gotpasswords](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gotpasswords)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 4:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-survive-a-cervical-spine-fusion/600634 "2011-11-19T16:46:26Z")
Remember those old TV ads where the guy with heartburn says My doctor said Mylanta? Well, my doctor said spinal fusion. I’m looking at a cervical ACDF+P fusion at C5-C6, and possibly one level above or below. I know he’… --- ## [New Medication: Pradaxa](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-medication-pradaxa/602528)
**Author:** [@Lor213](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lor213)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 3:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-medication-pradaxa/602528 "2011-11-19T15:06:48Z")
My Grandfather(soon to be 77 years old) was prescribed a new medication recently and my grandma is worried about giving it to him. He had a massive stroke back in January 2010 and was put on Coumadin (warfarin) but then … --- ## [Parts of your life that aren't "typical"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/parts-of-your-life-that-arent-typical/603151)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 1:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/parts-of-your-life-that-arent-typical/603151 "2011-11-19T13:41:42Z")
I guess it’s the time of year when the commercials I see all over show the happy extended families, beautifully laid out tables, impeccable decorating, blah blah blah… Anyway, it got me to thinking about what we conside… --- ## [Finding my adult daughter- could I be responsible for back child support?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-my-adult-daughter-could-i-be-responsible-for-back-child-support/603308)
**Author:** [@MuleSkinner](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MuleSkinner)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 12:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-my-adult-daughter-could-i-be-responsible-for-back-child-support/603308 "2011-11-19T12:52:53Z")
I recently found out that I am almost surely the father of a daughter that is about 20 y.o. The mother knows but I’m not sure if the man that raised her as his own knows or if he thinks he’s the biological father. I’m t… --- ## [Ladies - Birthday Gift Preferences](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-birthday-gift-preferences/602784)
**Author:** [@grimpixie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/grimpixie)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 5:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-birthday-gift-preferences/602784 "2011-11-19T05:18:08Z")
All other things being equal, which of the following would you prefer to receive as a birthday gift? --- ## [How can I increase the volume of breastmilk I produce/express?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-i-increase-the-volume-of-breastmilk-i-produce-express/603125)
**Author:** [@Cinnamon\_Imp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cinnamon_Imp)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 4:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-i-increase-the-volume-of-breastmilk-i-produce-express/603125 "2011-11-19T04:36:07Z")
One for the mothers (and well educated others) of the board: My now 11 1/2 month old baby self-weaned last month, and won’t go back on the boob (she either screams hysterically at the sight of them, or points and laughs… --- ## [Bark anything but your shin?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bark-anything-but-your-shin/267336)
**Author:** [@hawthorne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hawthorne)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 3:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bark-anything-but-your-shin/267336 "2011-11-19T03:13:05Z")
This is an English usage poll. A couple of days ago I barked my shin. That is, I slipped and got a slight injury when my shin slid at right angles across a hard surface. Had I done this to my elbow I would have said I s… --- ## [To flush or not to flush... your tampons](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-flush-or-not-to-flush-your-tampons/551915)
**Author:** [@Meester\_Tuff](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Meester_Tuff)\ **Replies:** 226\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2011, 12:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-flush-or-not-to-flush-your-tampons/551915 "2011-11-19T00:46:58Z")
Do you flush your tampons? Growing up it was taboo to flush tampons in my house (but very not taboo for my father to articulate this loudly to my sister). My dad was concerned it would clog the septic tank (between my … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1627) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1629)