# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1719 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1720 --- ## [Biometric Screening and work health insurance](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biometric-screening-and-work-health-insurance/586736)
**Author:** [@StGermain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StGermain)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 8:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biometric-screening-and-work-health-insurance/586736 "2011-06-24T20:25:20Z")
This year, for the first time, my company is requiring that associates have a company-supplied biometric screening, which includes a blood pressure check, body fat analysis and a full lipid profile, which is a fingerstic… --- ## [How long would a million bucks last you (if you had to use it every time you paid for something)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-would-a-million-bucks-last-you-if-you-had-to-use-it-every-time-you-paid-for-something/586137)
**Author:** [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 6:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-would-a-million-bucks-last-you-if-you-had-to-use-it-every-time-you-paid-for-something/586137 "2011-06-24T18:37:51Z")
Suppose I gave you a million dollars, right now, in US funds. You’re allowed to spend the money any way you wish so as long as you spend it. Any/Every time you need to pay for something, it would come out of that millio… --- ## [Looking for things to do in Key West Florida](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-things-to-do-in-key-west-florida/586510)
**Author:** [@Enright3](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enright3)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 6:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-things-to-do-in-key-west-florida/586510 "2011-06-24T18:12:27Z")
I have an off site meeting coming up in Key West, Florida. I’m on a committee to find (team building) things to do for a team of about 20-30 people. Since I think sitting in a conference room and building paper tours t… --- ## [How long before the Taliban takes over again in Afghanistan?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-before-the-taliban-takes-over-again-in-afghanistan/586519)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 5:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-before-the-taliban-takes-over-again-in-afghanistan/586519 "2011-06-24T17:06:29Z")
Anyone in Vegas taking odds on how long before the Taliban regains control after the U.S. troops leave? I’d bet a hundred buck that Karzi will be dead within a year and the Taliban in full control within 18 months. Non… --- ## [I'm going to be a landlord for the first time, any advice?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-going-to-be-a-landlord-for-the-first-time-any-advice/585039)
**Author:** [@echoreply](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/echoreply)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 4:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-going-to-be-a-landlord-for-the-first-time-any-advice/585039 "2011-06-24T16:31:14Z")
I’m going to be a landlord for the first time very soon. I finally got the landlord license from the city on Wednesday, I put up an ad on craigslist Thursday night, and had my first showing on Friday afternoon. I have … --- ## [Your most "Bang for the buck" purchase](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-most-bang-for-the-buck-purchase/586086)
**Author:** [@IMfez](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/IMfez)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 3:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-most-bang-for-the-buck-purchase/586086 "2011-06-24T15:34:41Z")
…that’s not a household item that everyone already has, like a computer, microwave, etc. What novel/cool items have you found yourself using all the time or with great benefits (in other words, novel items with high uti… --- ## [What do you think is the most dangerous country for women?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-is-the-most-dangerous-country-for-women/585803)
**Author:** [@Farmer\_Jane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Farmer_Jane)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 3:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-is-the-most-dangerous-country-for-women/585803 "2011-06-24T15:00:29Z")
Before clicking on the link, try to come up with the Top 5, or at least see if you can think of a few that you’re sure you’ll see on the list. Then click and compare. I was a little surprised. World’s Most Dangerous C… --- ## [On Divorce, Money, Bitterness](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/on-divorce-money-bitterness/585568)
**Author:** [@Incubus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Incubus)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/on-divorce-money-bitterness/585568 "2011-06-24T14:26:46Z")
Because I’m getting married in 3 months, I’ve spent a lot of time paying particularly close attention to the marraiges of my peers- their successes, their failures, the things they had to learn the hard way, etc. I want … --- ## [Recommend hikes near Eugene, Oregon](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-hikes-near-eugene-oregon/586675)
**Author:** [@E.Thorp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/E.Thorp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 1:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-hikes-near-eugene-oregon/586675 "2011-06-24T13:46:35Z")
I get to Eugene once a year for a convention, and usually it’s a surgical strike: arrive, do what I do, and leave. This year, I’m going to take an extra day or two and do some hiking in the mountains around the town. Cou… --- ## [How long could you remain master of your domain?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-could-you-remain-master-of-your-domain/586435)
**Author:** [@MichaelEmouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MichaelEmouse)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 1:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-could-you-remain-master-of-your-domain/586435 "2011-06-24T13:40:49Z")
With no other outlet, how long until you had to? --- ## [Is Casey Anthony Guilty?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-casey-anthony-guilty/585124)
**Author:** [@raindog](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/raindog)\ **Replies:** 140\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 1:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-casey-anthony-guilty/585124 "2011-06-24T13:34:09Z")
Pretty self explanatory Feel free to offer your theory --- ## [Is the concept of alimony in a divorce an antiquated and sexist idea?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-concept-of-alimony-in-a-divorce-an-antiquated-and-sexist-idea/585614)
**Author:** [@ladyfoxfyre](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ladyfoxfyre)\ **Replies:** 115\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 1:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-concept-of-alimony-in-a-divorce-an-antiquated-and-sexist-idea/585614 "2011-06-24T13:29:46Z")
According to wiki, alimony is legal obligation to provide financial support to one’s spouse from the other spouse after marital separation or from the ex-spouse upon divorce. Traditionally this has come to mean that high… --- ## [What Cities Have The Worst Drivers?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-cities-have-the-worst-drivers/586331)
**Author:** [@Markxxx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Markxxx)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 8:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-cities-have-the-worst-drivers/586331 "2011-06-24T08:59:01Z")
According to the Business Insider these cities have the worst drivers of US cities over 100,000 in population for 2010 \[ol\] \[li\]Washington, DC (95.5%)\[/li\]\[li\]Baltimore, MD (79.4%)\[/li\]\[li\]Glendale, CA (70.8%)\[/li\]\[li\]… --- ## [Relationship advice needed: currently dating a female - she knows nothing about my true self](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/relationship-advice-needed-currently-dating-a-female-she-knows-nothing-about-my-true-self/585750)
**Author:** [@ThelastGentlemanOnEarth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelastGentlemanOnEarth)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 7:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/relationship-advice-needed-currently-dating-a-female-she-knows-nothing-about-my-true-self/585750 "2011-06-24T07:51:07Z")
On one hand, she thinks I’m a sweet romantic who can compose poems and speaks from the bottom of his heart; she likes this charming, sensitive side of my personality and that’s what makes us stick together. Unfortunatel… --- ## [Tell me about giving up your dreams for a soul-crushing office job](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-giving-up-your-dreams-for-a-soul-crushing-office-job/586200)
**Author:** [@Rex\_Goliath](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rex_Goliath)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 7:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-giving-up-your-dreams-for-a-soul-crushing-office-job/586200 "2011-06-24T07:19:29Z")
My dream is to open a restaurant. I’ve worked in kitchens for seven years, and really enjoy the work. I get to create meaningful, healthy meals for people that really enjoy it. I get to eat exactly how I want, every m… --- ## [About home carpet cleaning appliances](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/about-home-carpet-cleaning-appliances/123995)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2002, 4:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/about-home-carpet-cleaning-appliances/123995 "2002-08-16T16:49:50Z")
I’ve been thinking about getting my own carpet cleaner/shampooer. I’ve seen some advertised and I’ve occasionally looked at store displays. I’ve never talked to anyone who owned one, tho. So, I’m hoping among the Teem… --- ## [Legally skirt tax/inheritance or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legally-skirt-tax-inheritance-or-not/586554)
**Author:** [@leftfield6](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/leftfield6)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 4:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legally-skirt-tax-inheritance-or-not/586554 "2011-06-24T04:22:02Z")
This is not a request for legal advice. I already have that. It’s more a moral/philosophical issue. Here are the facts: \[ul\] \[li\]My aunt died in Jan, leaving an estate of personal belongings, property, cash, and sto… --- ## [What are the cons of the iPad 2?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-cons-of-the-ipad-2/586324)
**Author:** [@Yodalicious](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Yodalicious)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 3:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-cons-of-the-ipad-2/586324 "2011-06-24T03:37:49Z")
I’m thinking of getting an iPad 2. I’ve heard all of the gushing about what a wonderful device it is, and I’ve played with it and been impressed. What I’m curious about, from iPad users and those in the know, what are … --- ## [Should I visit an old colleague in prison?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-visit-an-old-colleague-in-prison/586635)
**Author:** [@Llama\_Llogophile](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Llama_Llogophile)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 3:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-visit-an-old-colleague-in-prison/586635 "2011-06-24T03:35:34Z")
A guy I used to work with is now in prison. He and I weren’t close friends, but we got along OK. I haven’t seen him in years, having moved out of that business. But I have no doubt he remembers me. He was convicted of a … --- ## [Calling 911 to report cars stalled in traffic: good? bad?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-911-to-report-cars-stalled-in-traffic-good-bad/586556)
**Author:** [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2011, 2:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/calling-911-to-report-cars-stalled-in-traffic-good-bad/586556 "2011-06-24T02:21:38Z")
Once in a while I come across a car that has become disabled in a traffic lane. I make it a point to call 911 and report it so that the police can come and help manage the situation safely, leaving their car (with light… --- ## [Tips for Preventing Seasickness](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tips-for-preventing-seasickness/586305)
**Author:** [@DiosaBellissima](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DiosaBellissima)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 11:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tips-for-preventing-seasickness/586305 "2011-06-23T23:56:28Z")
In a little less than a week and a half, I will be off for a week of sun and sand in beautiful Fiji. Yay! I’m excited, but recently remembered something: I get super, super sea sick. Normally, it’s not really all that d… --- ## [Dopers with chronic diseases: CureTogether](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-with-chronic-diseases-curetogether/586495)
**Author:** [@Zyada](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyada)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 11:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-with-chronic-diseases-curetogether/586495 "2011-06-23T23:09:32Z")
I found this site recently - it surveys people about their experience with medical conditions and treatments, and there are up-to-date results from the surveys. In addition, the researchers regularly analyse the current… --- ## [Yoga Dopers. How do I get better?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/yoga-dopers-how-do-i-get-better/583767)
**Author:** [@monstro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/monstro)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/yoga-dopers-how-do-i-get-better/583767 "2011-06-23T22:57:43Z")
For the past few months I’ve been doing yoga. Saturday mornings, for one-hour and fifteen minutes. It’s not the intense, leave-you-all-sweaty type of yoga, but rather we focus on precision to improve balance, strength,… --- ## [Can you recommend any good self-help books?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-recommend-any-good-self-help-books/586420)
**Author:** [@Orville\_mogul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Orville_mogul)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 8:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-recommend-any-good-self-help-books/586420 "2011-06-23T20:10:33Z")
I am usually pretty skeptical about books that offer 7 easy steps to happiness, personal improvement, etc, but just finished Eat, Pray, Love and I must say that I like the personal/spiritual insight that the author offer… --- ## [Has anyone successfully played "Bad Cop" in a relationship?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-successfully-played-bad-cop-in-a-relationship/585722)
**Author:** [@steronz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/steronz)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-successfully-played-bad-cop-in-a-relationship/585722 "2011-06-23T19:58:54Z")
And not in the manner you’re thinking. Let’s say your spouse or significant other has a vice that they want to stop, be it smoking, over eating, nail biting, or whatever. They complain to you that they want to cease th… --- ## [Insurance for an iPhone](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/insurance-for-an-iphone/586578)
**Author:** [@ShibbOleth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShibbOleth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 5:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/insurance-for-an-iphone/586578 "2011-06-23T17:27:50Z")
My colleague has recently acquired an iPhone and asked me about getting insurance on it. She is 25 years old, currently splits her time between living with her parents and her aunt. In August she will move away to Chic… --- ## [Should I run my laptop battery down?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-run-my-laptop-battery-down/586366)
**Author:** [@jabiru](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jabiru)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 5:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-run-my-laptop-battery-down/586366 "2011-06-23T17:06:14Z")
My laptop is plugged into the electric socket all the time. If I move it to another part of the house, I plug it in. I’ve been thinking of getting a Mac the next time I need to upgrade (not for several months yet, I thin… --- ## [Born in major city, but never lived there, but lived in a nearby city as a child. Where am I "from"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/born-in-major-city-but-never-lived-there-but-lived-in-a-nearby-city-as-a-child-where-am-i-from/586149)
**Author:** [@robert\_columbia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/robert_columbia)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 3:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/born-in-major-city-but-never-lived-there-but-lived-in-a-nearby-city-as-a-child-where-am-i-from/586149 "2011-06-23T15:30:41Z")
I was born in a city that is, most likely, recognized worldwide. I, however, never lived there. My parents were living in a nearby (\<5 miles away) city that is much less famous, and went into the city to use a hospital… --- ## [Poll vs. Thread asking opinions: Your preference](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-vs-thread-asking-opinions-your-preference/585716)
**Author:** [@Zeldar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zeldar)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-vs-thread-asking-opinions-your-preference/585716 "2011-06-23T15:15:45Z")
I find that often I would like to contribute an opinion in a thread asking for such and after seeing some number saying the exact same thing I would have I just avoid posting. Polls give me an easy way to have expressed… --- ## [What fabrics/colors are most sun-fade resistant?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-fabrics-colors-are-most-sun-fade-resistant/304779)
**Author:** [@Gaudere](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gaudere)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 2:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-fabrics-colors-are-most-sun-fade-resistant/304779 "2011-06-23T14:50:00Z")
I was thinking of having some cushions custom made to fit my window seats. However, they do get some direct sun late in the day, and they are right up against those big condo windows. What fabrics are less likely to fa… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1718) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1720)