# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1694 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1695 --- ## [Answer the funny foreigners' questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/answer-the-funny-foreigners-questions/591036)
**Author:** [@Tabby\_Cat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tabby_Cat)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 1:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/answer-the-funny-foreigners-questions/591036 "2011-08-03T13:05:49Z")
Okay, so some of you might remember me as that Singaporean guy who dopers often mistake for being a girl. I did this thread like, 8 years ago (dayum, 8 years ago?!). The funny thing about the US/UK is that we (meaning t… --- ## [Couples: better to interrupt with a solution, or respect the need to listen?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/couples-better-to-interrupt-with-a-solution-or-respect-the-need-to-listen/591050)
**Author:** [@WordMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WordMan)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 1:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/couples-better-to-interrupt-with-a-solution-or-respect-the-need-to-listen/591050 "2011-08-03T13:01:43Z")
I would appreciate insight and thoughts on what appears to be a simple couple issue: \[ul\] \[li\]One of you has a problem - could be trivial like an issue with your phone bill or a big deal, like deciding what to do with … --- ## [Who was the greatest president?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-greatest-president/591168)
**Author:** [@Smapti](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Smapti)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 11:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-was-the-greatest-president/591168 "2011-08-03T11:38:37Z")
Since we’ve got this thread going, I figured “Why the hell not?” --- ## [the synesthesia thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-synesthesia-thread/590995)
**Author:** [@punch\_line\_loser](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/punch_line_loser)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 10:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-synesthesia-thread/590995 "2011-08-03T10:45:53Z")
from the wikipedia page on ‘synesthesia:’ ‘Synesthesia (also spelled synæsthesia or synaesthesia, plural synesthesiae or synaesthesiae), from the ancient Greek σύν (syn), “together,” and αἴσθησις (aisthēsis), “sensation… --- ## [Mauve, Verdant, Puce and Burnt Umber?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mauve-verdant-puce-and-burnt-umber/212278)
**Author:** [@Askia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Askia)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 3:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mauve-verdant-puce-and-burnt-umber/212278 "2011-08-03T03:46:39Z")
What’s a good way, book, method or resource for a throroughly heterosexual and normally indifferent male to expand his color vocabulary to not only learn different names of specific colors, but to recognize them as such … --- ## [How likely is it that applying for jobs elsewhere could get back to my current employer?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-likely-is-it-that-applying-for-jobs-elsewhere-could-get-back-to-my-current-employer/591127)
**Author:** [@Blunt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Blunt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 1:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-likely-is-it-that-applying-for-jobs-elsewhere-could-get-back-to-my-current-employer/591127 "2011-08-03T01:40:14Z")
OK, long story short, I have a job that I’m happy at, but I think I’m long overdue for a promotion. Its gotten to the point where I think I need to start looking outside the company for opportunities, and I’m hoping to … --- ## [Have you ever received BAD advice or wrong answer to a GQ here on the dope and acted on it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-received-bad-advice-or-wrong-answer-to-a-gq-here-on-the-dope-and-acted-on-it/591180)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 1:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-received-bad-advice-or-wrong-answer-to-a-gq-here-on-the-dope-and-acted-on-it/591180 "2011-08-03T01:32:42Z")
Normally when someone asks a question seeking advice or a factual answer here on the Dope, numerous people will respond. Have you ever acted upon that advice or answer and later found out that it was horrible advice or… --- ## [Bad brands](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bad-brands/590337)
**Author:** [@silenus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/silenus)\ **Replies:** 116\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 1:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bad-brands/590337 "2011-08-03T01:25:30Z")
A post I made in a coupon thread over in CS got me thinking. I know of several brands of products that are total shit. Lousy taste, lousy electronics, whatever. I figure every Doper out there has some experience with a b… --- ## [Ladies, are you confident you would know if your man was cheating?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-are-you-confident-you-would-know-if-your-man-was-cheating/590914)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2011, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-are-you-confident-you-would-know-if-your-man-was-cheating/590914 "2011-08-03T00:41:55Z")
I was reading this article, ‘I never knew he was a serial adulterer’: A widow’s heartbreaking discovery and wondered how much off stuff has to pop up before the light switch goes on. --- ## [I'm a teacher with no supplies. Help!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-a-teacher-with-no-supplies-help/591224)
**Author:** [@spunkymuzicnote](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/spunkymuzicnote)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 10:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-a-teacher-with-no-supplies-help/591224 "2011-08-02T22:01:16Z")
I’m teaching a program for refugee kids this summer. While it is very rewarding, I simply don’t have the supplies needed to work with the kids every day. Right now I have a little construction paper, but I’m almost out. … --- ## [What are your biggest specific SDMB annoyances?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-biggest-specific-sdmb-annoyances/590327)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 195\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-biggest-specific-sdmb-annoyances/590327 "2011-08-02T20:34:51Z")
If any of these choices baffle you, you may find an explanation in this thread. If your suggestion from within the above mentioned thread is absent, that is likely because I could not phrase it in a way that would make … --- ## [Best "Work from home" / "Work from anywhere" job?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-work-from-home-work-from-anywhere-job/591125)
**Author:** [@michaelkingdom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/michaelkingdom)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 8:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-work-from-home-work-from-anywhere-job/591125 "2011-08-02T20:13:59Z")
My spouse and I travel around quite a bit. We are often in different states for weeks at a time for my work. My wife is looking for work that can be done from home and while on the road. We are looking into: Computer p… --- ## [Anyone plan to air travel on 9/11/11? Would you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-plan-to-air-travel-on-9-11-11-would-you/590917)
**Author:** [@PunditLisa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PunditLisa)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-plan-to-air-travel-on-9-11-11-would-you/590917 "2011-08-02T19:58:22Z")
My DH is traveling to NYC for a business meeting on 9/8, and has opted to stay the weekend and visit friends. I was booking a hotel room for him on points, and it was only when the reservationist said to me, “Okay, we h… --- ## [When is personhood achieved](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-is-personhood-achieved/591035)
**Author:** [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 7:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-is-personhood-achieved/591035 "2011-08-02T19:33:34Z")
Please note that this thread is in In My Humble Opinion. It is a poll. Please note that this thread is NOT in Great Debates, where polls are not permitted. If you want to debate the subject, start a thread there. I am … --- ## [Tell me about cheap eyeglasses](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-cheap-eyeglasses/585369)
**Author:** [@Unauthorized\_Cinnamon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Unauthorized_Cinnamon)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 6:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-cheap-eyeglasses/585369 "2011-08-02T18:42:01Z")
So far I’ve been using the optometrist attached to my eye doctor’s office, but they’re expensive. I want to get a pair of backup glasses, so quality isn’t a huge deal, but I do wonder about stuff like fitting and gettin… --- ## [Deodorants vs. Antiperspirants](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/deodorants-vs-antiperspirants/590971)
**Author:** [@Ambivalid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ambivalid)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 6:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/deodorants-vs-antiperspirants/590971 "2011-08-02T18:20:03Z")
Why would someone use a product to rub all over their armpits if it didn’t do anything to control sweat? Isn’t that just Axe Body Spray concentrated on your pits? Does anyone use both an antiperspirant AND a deodorant?… --- ## [thank you gifts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thank-you-gifts/590832)
**Author:** [@Nikki\_Tikki\_Tavi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nikki_Tikki_Tavi)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 6:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thank-you-gifts/590832 "2011-08-02T18:15:05Z")
I’m going camping next week (whee!) and would like to buy a thank you gift for the neighbors that are watching one of my dogs while I’m gone as well as the relatives that are letting me, my husband, and our friends use t… --- ## [GMail tied in with Google - Big, Big Trouble??](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gmail-tied-in-with-google-big-big-trouble/591147)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/gmail-tied-in-with-google-big-big-trouble/591147 "2011-08-02T16:45:09Z")
How many of you use Gmail at work? At work we were suddenly informed our Gmail login will also become a central Google, YouTube, and other related services login. We were also warned the Terms of Service on our Employ… --- ## [Congratulations, you just won a yacht!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/congratulations-you-just-won-a-yacht/590748)
**Author:** [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/congratulations-you-just-won-a-yacht/590748 "2011-08-02T16:32:06Z")
Yup. Remember that sweepstakes you entered? Well, the second prize is a yacht – 44 foot twin engine Bayliner with a fly deck, great for cruising or open-sea fishing. And it’s yours. What do you name it? --- ## [I want to get a new laptop. Help?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-want-to-get-a-new-laptop-help/591116)
**Author:** [@Goblin\_Queen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Goblin_Queen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-want-to-get-a-new-laptop-help/591116 "2011-08-02T16:18:00Z")
I usually lurk instead of post, but that just makes me feel like I know you guys well enough to listen to your opinions about laptops. Also you aren’t all salespeople. My current laptop is about 4 years old. It’s a Dell… --- ## [What's your favorite software for making animated gifs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-favorite-software-for-making-animated-gifs/590869)
**Author:** [@OpalCat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OpalCat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 3:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-favorite-software-for-making-animated-gifs/590869 "2011-08-02T15:23:44Z")
Question’s in the title, pretty much. Would be nice to be able to import from video files and also be able to import multi-layer images such as tifs as separate frames to animate… --- ## [What do you do if you can't breathe?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-if-you-cant-breathe/590802)
**Author:** [@spunkymuzicnote](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/spunkymuzicnote)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-if-you-cant-breathe/590802 "2011-08-02T15:11:11Z")
I just had a bit of a scare where I couldn’t breath (I have bronchitis) and couldn’t stop coughing because of it. I got into some AC and seem to be doing better. That’s great, but what should I do if it happens again and… --- ## [Why does Myrtle Beach get the reputation for being a trashy beach?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-myrtle-beach-get-the-reputation-for-being-a-trashy-beach/591039)
**Author:** [@UltraVires](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UltraVires)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 2:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-myrtle-beach-get-the-reputation-for-being-a-trashy-beach/591039 "2011-08-02T14:28:50Z")
I guess the question says it all. I’ve been going there since I was a kid and have good memories of it. I even lived there for four years. Now sure, it’s not as posh as Palm Beach or some resorts in the Caribbean, but… --- ## [After kicking asses, what do you do with the names?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-kicking-asses-what-do-you-do-with-the-names/590952)
**Author:** [@enomaj](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/enomaj)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 1:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/after-kicking-asses-what-do-you-do-with-the-names/590952 "2011-08-02T13:48:53Z")
I have no answer myself because I was never good at kicking asses. --- ## [Good time to buy a first house in Melbourne Oz?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-time-to-buy-a-first-house-in-melbourne-oz/590873)
**Author:** [@NBYodo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/NBYodo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 10:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-time-to-buy-a-first-house-in-melbourne-oz/590873 "2011-08-02T10:10:30Z")
Hello Melbournians (fellow Australians and knowledgeable dopers): We’ve recently moved to Melbourne, and are still renting. We are considering buying our first house mostly as an investment, and are wondering about the … --- ## [Stupid things that bug you, or something.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stupid-things-that-bug-you-or-something/589314)
**Author:** [@alice\_in\_wonderland](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alice_in_wonderland)\ **Replies:** 182\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 7:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stupid-things-that-bug-you-or-something/589314 "2011-08-02T07:27:21Z")
This is a thread about stupid things that bug you. They have to be really stupid. And they have to bug you - not make you apoplectic with rage so you’re frothing at the mouth. Ok, i’ll go first. i just got home from dre… --- ## [Are there any reliable (unbiased) polls indicating which side is going to get blamed for the debt](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-reliable-unbiased-polls-indicating-which-side-is-going-to-get-blamed-for-the-debt/590672)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-any-reliable-unbiased-polls-indicating-which-side-is-going-to-get-blamed-for-the-debt/590672 "2011-08-02T04:56:51Z")
Are there any reliable (unbiased) polls indicating which side is going to get blamed for the debt crisis? I’ll start our own poll even though I have a good idea hows most of us on this board feels anyway. (I don’t think… --- ## [What's a good part of the world to visit in October?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-a-good-part-of-the-world-to-visit-in-october/591053)
**Author:** [@Evil\_Economist](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Evil_Economist)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-a-good-part-of-the-world-to-visit-in-october/591053 "2011-08-02T04:31:24Z")
I feel like taking a vacation in October, but I haven’t decided where to go. Assuming I want to avoid bad weather (I want to skip any torrential downpours, stiflingly hot days, snow, etc), plus I don’t want to visit at t… --- ## [Which is my native language?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-is-my-native-language/591034)
**Author:** [@Animastryfe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Animastryfe)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 4:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-is-my-native-language/591034 "2011-08-02T04:12:47Z")
I was born in Beijing, and moved to Canada when I was 4.5 years old. I was then immersed in English since kindergarten, and now my English skills are far, far better than my Chinese skills. I speak Chinese at home, and m… --- ## [Monkeyfighting Toddlers on a Plane: Suggestions for travel w/ 13-month-old?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monkeyfighting-toddlers-on-a-plane-suggestions-for-travel-w-13-month-old/590837)
**Author:** [@emmaliminal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/emmaliminal)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2011, 1:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/monkeyfighting-toddlers-on-a-plane-suggestions-for-travel-w-13-month-old/590837 "2011-08-02T01:30:51Z")
Anyone have advice, tips, etc. for plane travel with a 13-month-old? He’s not talking yet (at least with words), and juuuust starting to take a few totally unsupported steps. His favorite activities are bashing things, t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1693) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1695)