# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1691 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1692 --- ## [Domain name hosting](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/domain-name-hosting/591760)
**Author:** [@flight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/flight)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 8:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/domain-name-hosting/591760 "2011-08-07T08:22:23Z")
Our rugby team had a website hosted by siteground. We had a domain name registered with them that would automatically forward to the website. I have made a new website for the team (because our old one was awful) with a … --- ## [Which Profession Is More Attractive?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-profession-is-more-attractive/591698)
**Author:** [@Picard\_Kills\_Kirk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Picard_Kills_Kirk)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 7:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-profession-is-more-attractive/591698 "2011-08-07T07:03:28Z")
So I’ve been lurking on dating sites, and it seems that most of the profiles I look at are looking for the same type of job in their ideal spouse. I noticed this on Match.com. So now I’m curious as to what the popular … --- ## [Have or show some "sack" as statement of testicular fortitude. When did this become a common saying?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-or-show-some-sack-as-statement-of-testicular-fortitude-when-did-this-become-a-common-saying/523479)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 6:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-or-show-some-sack-as-statement-of-testicular-fortitude-when-did-this-become-a-common-saying/523479 "2011-08-07T06:59:04Z")
The statement of having the “sack” to do some daring or difficult deed vs the old standard “balls” is all over popular culture these days, and is commonly seen in the movies, comics, and online. Where and/or when did th… --- ## [What do you think about the Republican Party?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-the-republican-party/591781)
**Author:** [@Oakminster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Oakminster)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 6:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-the-republican-party/591781 "2011-08-07T06:13:55Z")
In keeping with the precedent that the OP has absolute control of his topic, I insist that there be no commentary whatsoever in this thread. Just vote from the options listed. Poll coming --- ## [How to properly "bare" one's breasts.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-properly-bare-ones-breasts/591429)
**Author:** [@CanvasShoes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CanvasShoes)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 3:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-properly-bare-ones-breasts/591429 "2011-08-07T03:56:10Z")
Okay, I always see these women with low (or lowER) cut dresses and shirts and they look fine. But if even the slightest tippy top of my cleavage shows I feel completely exposed. How do you ladies who wear low cut tops … --- ## [I am white and prefer black girls - OK?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-am-white-and-prefer-black-girls-ok/591051)
**Author:** [@michaelkingdom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/michaelkingdom)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 3:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-am-white-and-prefer-black-girls-ok/591051 "2011-08-07T03:52:21Z")
I am a white male - 35 - and I have a strong preference to black women. I have been using dating sites to meet like-minded women. I would like to know if it is creepy to be up front in my racial preference? For example … --- ## [Where should I buy a high end gaming laptop?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-should-i-buy-a-high-end-gaming-laptop/591789)
**Author:** [@heavyarms553](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/heavyarms553)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 3:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-should-i-buy-a-high-end-gaming-laptop/591789 "2011-08-07T03:40:00Z")
So, I recently have found myself with a bit of disposable income, and I’ve come to the decision that I am tired of running various games at 15-20 fps on medium settings. I’m interested in buying a gaming PC, but for spa… --- ## [Would you buy a bottle of Thai Massage for your shower?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-buy-a-bottle-of-thai-massage-for-your-shower/591786)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 2:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-buy-a-bottle-of-thai-massage-for-your-shower/591786 "2011-08-07T02:37:51Z")
Is this the greatest misfire in the history of toiletry-scent-naming? Thai Massage by Axe “Leave your bathroom smelling like you just left a Thai Massage parlor!” --- ## [Do air cleaners help with allergies, and if so, do you need to spend a lot?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-air-cleaners-help-with-allergies-and-if-so-do-you-need-to-spend-a-lot/591684)
**Author:** [@RickJay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RickJay)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2011, 2:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-air-cleaners-help-with-allergies-and-if-so-do-you-need-to-spend-a-lot/591684 "2011-08-07T02:24:12Z")
I’m not sure how I could expand on the thread title. I have hay fever which comes and goes and these last few days it’s been DRIVING ME CRAZY. I live in a condo apartment and apparently the air conditioner isn’t helpin… --- ## [Ford F-150 vs Dodge Ram Opinions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ford-f-150-vs-dodge-ram-opinions/591683)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 11:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ford-f-150-vs-dodge-ram-opinions/591683 "2011-08-06T23:18:51Z")
I’m interested in your opinions on these 2 popular pickup trucks. I’ve gone back and forth between them. I know they’re available in a wide variety of engine and trim styles, so just include what year, trim (if you know)… --- ## [Tell me about dog knee surgery](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-dog-knee-surgery/591588)
**Author:** [@stretch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/stretch)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 9:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-dog-knee-surgery/591588 "2011-08-06T21:47:10Z")
So Jake, my 1 year old Golden Retriever, dislocated his right knee this past weekend and it has happened 3 times in 4 days. Vet visit yesterday indicates a luxating patella and possible cruciate ligament (CCL) tear. It… --- ## [How can I attend church without being noticed?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-i-attend-church-without-being-noticed/591518)
**Author:** [@gallan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gallan)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 9:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-i-attend-church-without-being-noticed/591518 "2011-08-06T21:18:12Z")
For you church-going Christians, as a complete atheist, how might I go about finding and attending a church without being hassled at the door, or getting tracts shoved in my face, or having people ask me why I’m there an… --- ## [Ideas for Time Capsule for 1-year-old.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ideas-for-time-capsule-for-1-year-old/591656)
**Author:** [@maisoui](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/maisoui)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 9:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ideas-for-time-capsule-for-1-year-old/591656 "2011-08-06T21:12:31Z")
My great nephew’s 1st birthday is being celebrated soon, and I have to do something to put into his Time Capsule. This will be the third Time Capsule in the same family and I am running out of ideas. For his oldest bro… --- ## [What would you rather be?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-you-rather-be/591714)
**Author:** [@eddiec3434](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/eddiec3434)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 8:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-you-rather-be/591714 "2011-08-06T20:40:14Z")
A)a boxer B)a baseball pitcher C)a quarterback D)a hockey goalie E)a jockey F)a matadore G)a race car driver --- ## [urinary tract infection](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/urinary-tract-infection/591764)
**Author:** [@helpingme](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/helpingme)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 8:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/urinary-tract-infection/591764 "2011-08-06T20:09:42Z")
I am a female who just finished a course of Cipro for a UTI. I have been having some slight bladder leakage just after I finish urinating & walk around. Could this mean I still have an infection? Any other ideas? Thx… --- ## [Would you attend a Straight Dope Symposium/Conference?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-attend-a-straight-dope-symposium-conference/591467)
**Author:** [@ecoaster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ecoaster)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-attend-a-straight-dope-symposium-conference/591467 "2011-08-06T16:03:33Z")
Imagine a number of different sessions, some fun, some serious: Great Debates: 5 minute debates pitting zealous know-it-alls against each other General Questions: Jeopardy style? Or maybe a panel of frequent posters an… --- ## [So my friend attempted suicide (again)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-my-friend-attempted-suicide-again/591707)
**Author:** [@Grey\_area](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grey_area)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 3:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-my-friend-attempted-suicide-again/591707 "2011-08-06T15:22:32Z")
Well he doesn’t call it that, he just says he took a fistfull of sleeping pills with liquor because he was so angry. This wasn’t the first time either, apparently he’s done this a before while I was in the army. Kevin … --- ## [You want one more drink for the road ?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-want-one-more-drink-for-the-road/591425)
**Author:** [@The\_Flying\_Dutchman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Flying_Dutchman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 3:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-want-one-more-drink-for-the-road/591425 "2011-08-06T15:17:22Z")
When’s the last time you heard that phrase ? Its got to be at least 15 years ago for me. --- ## [What is the next big thing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-next-big-thing/590849)
**Author:** [@eddiec3434](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/eddiec3434)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 12:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-next-big-thing/590849 "2011-08-06T12:30:55Z")
Computers, internet, cellphones…? --- ## [Red and Yellow People](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/red-and-yellow-people/591552)
**Author:** [@The\_Flying\_Dutchman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Flying_Dutchman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 12:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/red-and-yellow-people/591552 "2011-08-06T12:24:48Z")
For years its been all about white people and black people. Now we seem to hear a lot about brown people refering to a host of ethnicities that don’t qualify to be white or black. Everything’s cool. But we hear very litt… --- ## ['a' scissors? not just 'Scissors'](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-scissors-not-just-scissors/591597)
**Author:** [@Sigene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sigene)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 11:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-scissors-not-just-scissors/591597 "2011-08-06T11:37:05Z")
Since I’ve moved to the northern midwest, I find people refering to the implement to cut paper with ‘a’ scissors. I’ve always referred to it in the plural…a pair of scissors, or some scissors. This to me is like a pair… --- ## [What crimes/actions make one irredeemable?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-crimes-actions-make-one-irredeemable/591716)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 11:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-crimes-actions-make-one-irredeemable/591716 "2011-08-06T11:32:57Z")
In IMHO since I’m sure different people have different tolerances/limits. What is the least reprehensible action or crime one can commit where you think that the perpetrator has lost all claim on second chances, and doe… --- ## [Which of these is a better programming practice?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-of-these-is-a-better-programming-practice/591201)
**Author:** [@Swords\_to\_Plowshares](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Swords_to_Plowshares)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 7:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-of-these-is-a-better-programming-practice/591201 "2011-08-06T07:46:51Z")
Say you’re writing a small program. It runs a main method, executes a bunch of stuff, and spits out an output. Say it’s in Java for now, since that is what I am doing at the moment. You have some main data structure t… --- ## [How do I go about obtaining court records?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-go-about-obtaining-court-records/591284)
**Author:** [@Lancia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lancia)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 4:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-go-about-obtaining-court-records/591284 "2011-08-06T04:18:45Z")
So I have this friend, Bob. Last summer Bob was involved in a single-car accident, and his passenger was injured. He was charged with assault (not assault one, I know, but the charge is a felony). He did not go to jail, … --- ## [You have a fever. Do you medicate?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-have-a-fever-do-you-medicate/591326)
**Author:** [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 2:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-have-a-fever-do-you-medicate/591326 "2011-08-06T02:56:47Z")
A fever (in the absence of excessive ambient temps) is one of your immune system’s responses to infection. Antipyretics are medications that reduce fever. The wikipedia page indicates there is some debate about whether… --- ## [Governor Chris Christie Defends Muslim Judge Appointment](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/governor-chris-christie-defends-muslim-judge-appointment/591599)
**Author:** [@Llama\_Llogophile](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Llama_Llogophile)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 2:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/governor-chris-christie-defends-muslim-judge-appointment/591599 "2011-08-06T02:27:33Z")
New Jersey governor Christ Christie calls out the crazies on Sharia law Governor Christie has nominated a Muslim judge to New Jersey’s state supreme court, and is defending this action against conservative critics (who … --- ## [Do you learn from your mistakes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-learn-from-your-mistakes/591604)
**Author:** [@Danger\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Danger_Man)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-learn-from-your-mistakes/591604 "2011-08-06T01:46:48Z")
A few questions inspired by the thread about what you regret in life. Looking back, what mistakes have you learned from and what mistakes do you do over and over again? Ever made the same mistake for a long time and the… --- ## [My ex's hispanic girlfriend used my ID to get a job](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-exs-hispanic-girlfriend-used-my-id-to-get-a-job/591394)
**Author:** [@hausermh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hausermh)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-exs-hispanic-girlfriend-used-my-id-to-get-a-job/591394 "2011-08-06T01:46:31Z")
Hello, A few years ago my ex husband then hispanic girlfriend used my ID and my name to get a job at a Red Lobster in Provo, Utah. They have since married and my assumptions is she has become a citizen because of the ma… --- ## [Rate my diet, please. (Not weight-loss related.)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-my-diet-please-not-weight-loss-related/591647)
**Author:** [@chiroptera](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chiroptera)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-my-diet-please-not-weight-loss-related/591647 "2011-08-06T01:29:44Z")
For the last several months I’ve been very busy with work and stuff. Plus it’s been wicked hot. Plus I live alone. So…usually I do a fair amount of cooking and making veggie and bean-intensive meals. I really enjoy cook… --- ## [Another "plan our trip" thread: CT and RI](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-plan-our-trip-thread-ct-and-ri/591386)
**Author:** [@Smeghead](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Smeghead)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2011, 1:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-plan-our-trip-thread-ct-and-ri/591386 "2011-08-06T01:28:16Z")
My wife and I are planning a semi-spontaneous trip down to the Connecticut/Rhode Island part of the country this weekend (we’re in Vermont), and we need to know what we should see and do. One major caveat: we’re going t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1690) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1692)