# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1677 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1678 --- ## [Why is vBulletin so popular](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-vbulletin-so-popular/594320)
**Author:** [@AndyLee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/AndyLee)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2011, 2:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-vbulletin-so-popular/594320 "2011-08-28T02:09:01Z")
vBulletin is used by this forum and from what I see most others. I did some googling around and saw there are some free open source altrenatives, but none look as nice as vBulletin. I was wondering why is it so popular.… --- ## [When Did Apple Take Off And Become Cool?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-apple-take-off-and-become-cool/594104)
**Author:** [@AndyLee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/AndyLee)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2011, 1:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-did-apple-take-off-and-become-cool/594104 "2011-08-28T01:24:06Z")
I can’t really remember. When did it become the “in thing” to own Apple products. Was it the iMac introduction? Or was it the iPod introduction that made them the “in thing” or “the alternative” to go to? I know they a… --- ## [OKcupid profile...suggest improvements](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/okcupid-profile-suggest-improvements/594160)
**Author:** [@sherry\_shah](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sherry_shah)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 11:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/okcupid-profile-suggest-improvements/594160 "2011-08-27T23:18:21Z")
Hello gals/guys, Profile Any suggestions on improvement of the profile…am not getting too much visitors or messages :mad: Sherry --- ## [Pregnancy Hormones -- What to DO?!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pregnancy-hormones-what-to-do/594205)
**Author:** [@thinkubus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/thinkubus)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 10:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pregnancy-hormones-what-to-do/594205 "2011-08-27T22:20:34Z")
Sooo I’m 33 weeks pregnant (that’s about 8 months for those of you who don’t feel like doing the math) and my life has been freaking AWFUL lately, and I’m pretty sure it’s my own fault. Or my baby’s fault, whichever way … --- ## [What is your IQ?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-iq/515561)
**Author:** [@Askance](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Askance)\ **Replies:** 164\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-iq/515561 "2011-08-27T21:28:53Z")
Not a lot to add here … I’m talking about your IQ as measured by some reputable process. You should probably mention your age when it was measured (as it is a quotient, after all). Things like the Mensa public “test” don… --- ## [Is evolutionary biologist Stephen Jay Gould's reputation "unraveling"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-evolutionary-biologist-stephen-jay-goulds-reputation-unraveling/593929)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 8:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-evolutionary-biologist-stephen-jay-goulds-reputation-unraveling/593929 "2011-08-27T20:07:53Z")
I saw this surprising assertion in a Slate comments section in reference to an article on Twin Studies. I did not see anything on thisin his wiki. Do these assertions have any truth to them? Double Inanity - Twin studie… --- ## [What's going on in this picture?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-this-picture/594269)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 6:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-going-on-in-this-picture/594269 "2011-08-27T18:42:56Z")
Looks vaguely dancerish http://dariknews.bg/view\_article.php?article\_id=177598 --- ## [Would killing Hitler have prevented WWII?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-killing-hitler-have-prevented-wwii/594065)
**Author:** [@standingwave](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/standingwave)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 6:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-killing-hitler-have-prevented-wwii/594065 "2011-08-27T18:06:01Z")
at least in Europe anyway. This upcoming Doctor Who episode, "Let’s Kill Hitler’ got me thinking about the subject. I’m not talking about something like the July 20th plot but an assassination much, much earlier, like be… --- ## [Is it just me, or is this strange? ("souvenir" of dead pet)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-just-me-or-is-this-strange-souvenir-of-dead-pet/460130)
**Author:** [@Mama\_Zappa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mama_Zappa)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 11:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-just-me-or-is-this-strange-souvenir-of-dead-pet/460130 "2011-08-27T11:42:33Z")
We had a guinea pig euthanized early last week after a couple of weeks of declining health. Last time we had a pet die (another guinea pig, last year), the vet sent us a sympathy note. OK, that’s not unreasonable and wa… --- ## [How to get THAT smell out of a freezer...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-get-that-smell-out-of-a-freezer/594229)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 3:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-get-that-smell-out-of-a-freezer/594229 "2011-08-27T03:57:28Z")
You know, that freezer smell. It doesn’t smell like rotten food. It doesn’t smell like fish or meat or vegetables. It doesn’t smell like anything that can be readily identified, except…funky freezer. I really don’t wa… --- ## [Where do I get up to date info about Hurrican Irene?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-do-i-get-up-to-date-info-about-hurrican-irene/594233)
**Author:** [@Plan\_B](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Plan_B)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-do-i-get-up-to-date-info-about-hurrican-irene/594233 "2011-08-27T03:38:29Z")
I’m in an area which will likely be hit this weekend, but not sure how badly. I’m not getting much help from the websites I’ve been trying. Where do I go to get up to date info? Thanks. --- ## [Would you/could you poop in an open restroom environment without stalls?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-could-you-poop-in-an-open-restroom-environment-without-stalls/594014)
**Author:** [@Koxinga](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Koxinga)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 2:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-could-you-poop-in-an-open-restroom-environment-without-stalls/594014 "2011-08-27T02:00:12Z")
Doing business this afternoon, I was in the stall and heard my neighbor heave a sigh. It occurred to me then that he and I were only two feet apart, but with that all-important stall wall between us. I don’t think I coul… --- ## [Is the SDMB stupider now than when you joined?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-sdmb-stupider-now-than-when-you-joined/594094)
**Author:** [@Smeghead](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Smeghead)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 1:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-sdmb-stupider-now-than-when-you-joined/594094 "2011-08-27T01:57:44Z")
This is a common idea we see thrown out a lot around here, so I’m curious to see what the populace in general thinks. The question is simple: are the boards of today stupider than the day you joined (or started lurking,… --- ## [Irene and evacuating children w disabilities - advice needed!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/irene-and-evacuating-children-w-disabilities-advice-needed/594112)
**Author:** [@Bearflag70](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bearflag70)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 1:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/irene-and-evacuating-children-w-disabilities-advice-needed/594112 "2011-08-27T01:41:09Z")
There are families with children with disabilities in the path of Hurricane Irene (e.g., Long Island). They depend on power. Some families may have generators, other may not. In any event, they depend on powered medical … --- ## [What should I look for in a tailor?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-look-for-in-a-tailor/594120)
**Author:** [@Lakai](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lakai)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2011, 1:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-look-for-in-a-tailor/594120 "2011-08-27T01:37:10Z")
I lost about 10 lbs and now my good suit no longer fits me. I’m thinking about getting it tailored down to the right size. I’ve never been to a tailor before. Is there anything I should know before I choose which one is… --- ## [Chickens!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chickens/592562)
**Author:** [@jjimm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jjimm)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 11:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chickens/592562 "2011-08-26T23:25:27Z")
I’m looking after two hens for a week. My stated duties are:\[ul\]\[li\]Let 'em out of the coop in the morning\[/li\]\[li\]Feed 'em\[/li\]\[li\]Pick up their shit\[/li\]\[li\]Chase them out of the vegetable patch\[/li\]\[li\]Collect any eg… --- ## [PLEASE HELP! I'm in NJ and have hurricane questions!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-help-im-in-nj-and-have-hurricane-questions/594163)
**Author:** [@Jennshark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jennshark)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 11:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-help-im-in-nj-and-have-hurricane-questions/594163 "2011-08-26T23:08:43Z")
Irene is slated to hit NJ really hard Saturday-Monday; I’m from the west coast and haven’t experienced a hurricane (yet). Please help! I’m 25 miles inland from the coast (and doubt I’ll be evacuated). -At what velocity … --- ## [Tell me everything you know about Park City, UT. Need answers fast.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-everything-you-know-about-park-city-ut-need-answers-fast/593338)
**Author:** [@cuauhtemoc](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/cuauhtemoc)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-everything-you-know-about-park-city-ut-need-answers-fast/593338 "2011-08-26T20:58:14Z")
I know very little about Park City, UT. They have the Sundance Film Festival there. People from all over the world go there to ski. That’s pretty much it. I need information. Well, no, I guess I don’t need it, but I… --- ## [Do you take office supplies home from work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-take-office-supplies-home-from-work/593994)
**Author:** [@moejoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/moejoe)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-take-office-supplies-home-from-work/593994 "2011-08-26T20:49:02Z")
I never take pens, because I have plenty at home, but I did swipe a roll of TP from the supply closet once when funds were particularly tight. Also probably the post-its in my house migrated home from the office because … --- ## [Standalone "stove" that runs from large propane cylinders?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/standalone-stove-that-runs-from-large-propane-cylinders/594201)
**Author:** [@Mama\_Zappa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mama_Zappa)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/standalone-stove-that-runs-from-large-propane-cylinders/594201 "2011-08-26T20:45:44Z")
Just wondering if anyone has seen such a thing. By “large propane cylinders”, I mean the sort you use in an outdoor gas grill. We have a tiny thing that sits on the propane cylinders we have around for camping. Obvious… --- ## [Landlord takes $1700 security deposit saying there is a 'kennel' smell on carpet](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/landlord-takes-1700-security-deposit-saying-there-is-a-kennel-smell-on-carpet/594092)
**Author:** [@No\_Wikipedia\_Cites](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/No_Wikipedia_Cites)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/landlord-takes-1700-security-deposit-saying-there-is-a-kennel-smell-on-carpet/594092 "2011-08-26T20:36:51Z")
After 2 1/2 years me and a dog left an apartment/condo, had it professionally steam cleaned (especially to eliminate any dog smell), now landlord says the carpet still smells; i had the steam cleaners come in again to cl… --- ## [Complete kitchen remodel--what should I expect?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/complete-kitchen-remodel-what-should-i-expect/593846)
**Author:** [@Drain\_Bead](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Drain_Bead)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/complete-kitchen-remodel-what-should-i-expect/593846 "2011-08-26T20:35:03Z")
Planning on a floor-to-ceiling remodel. Ripping out and replacing all tile and cabinets, knocking out a wall between the kitchen and dining room and expanding the kitchen into the dining room, and perhaps opening up a s… --- ## [Fidelity in the age of DNA testing.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fidelity-in-the-age-of-dna-testing/593889)
**Author:** [@Agent\_Foxtrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Agent_Foxtrot)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 8:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fidelity-in-the-age-of-dna-testing/593889 "2011-08-26T20:06:07Z")
Since we live in a time where DNA testing can determine any child’s parentage, is there any practical reason for married couples to remain sexually exclusive to one another? Just curious what people think. --- ## [Should let my son shave his head?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-let-my-son-shave-his-head/593095)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 7:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-let-my-son-shave-his-head/593095 "2011-08-26T19:56:50Z")
First off my son is moderately autistic. Also, I shave my head but I didn’t start doing so until I started to thin up top. I let him do this once when he was 8. (He is currently 13) I only agreed to do so because I mad… --- ## [Mom and the Pulmonary Nodule of Terror](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mom-and-the-pulmonary-nodule-of-terror/593931)
**Author:** [@malkavia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/malkavia)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 7:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mom-and-the-pulmonary-nodule-of-terror/593931 "2011-08-26T19:07:04Z")
Yesterday my son was complaining of nausea (and has been nauseous for a few days), so he asked to stay home from school and I asked my mom if she’d mind running him to our doctor’s office just to be on the safe side. Wh… --- ## [Nonsensical Traffic Laws](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nonsensical-traffic-laws/593428)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 6:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nonsensical-traffic-laws/593428 "2011-08-26T18:50:26Z")
In this post, I agreed with jamiemcgarry that handicap parking passes shouldn’t be used by those who are not going to be getting out of the vehicle, although this practice is legal in several states. What traffic laws d… --- ## [Do college professors or TAs really want students to visit them during office hours?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-college-professors-or-tas-really-want-students-to-visit-them-during-office-hours/587673)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 6:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-college-professors-or-tas-really-want-students-to-visit-them-during-office-hours/587673 "2011-08-26T18:19:52Z")
When I was in college, I was always nervous about visiting my teachers during office hours. I wonder how professors and TA’s view their office hours. Do you actually want students to show up? --- ## [Turbo Droid](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turbo-droid/593887)
**Author:** [@11811](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/11811)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 5:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turbo-droid/593887 "2011-08-26T17:41:57Z")
Any dopers with a Droid phone use Turbo Droid? It seems kinda malware-ish in that some functions seem to require personal info or playing a game on your phone. What’s the straight dope? --- ## [Raystown Lake, PA?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/raystown-lake-pa/594038)
**Author:** [@Paul\_in\_Qatar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Paul_in_Qatar)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 5:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/raystown-lake-pa/594038 "2011-08-26T17:39:05Z")
Anyone here familiar with Raystown Lake in Pennsylvania? I am doing very-long range planning for a houseboat vacation and the name popped up on the internet. It is in the sticks, and that is nice, but walking access to … --- ## ["Is this normal to/appropriate that/weird for..." - why do any of you care?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-normal-to-appropriate-that-weird-for-why-do-any-of-you-care/594156)
**Author:** [@Illuminatiprimus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Illuminatiprimus)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2011, 5:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-normal-to-appropriate-that-weird-for-why-do-any-of-you-care/594156 "2011-08-26T17:38:06Z")
A huge HUGE number of threads in this forum seem to be individuals asking whether something is strange for another person to do, or if they should be worried about something, or if it’s appropriate or normal for somethin… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1676) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1678)