# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1732 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1733 --- ## [San Francisco and Vancouver in October](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/san-francisco-and-vancouver-in-october/584326)
**Author:** [@Furry\_Mongoose](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Furry_Mongoose)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2011, 3:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/san-francisco-and-vancouver-in-october/584326 "2011-06-06T03:43:33Z")
Hi all, Been lurking again for a while, but in the need for some opinions :slight\_smile: I am taking 2 weeks off work in early October and I’m thinking about a trip to San Francisco and Vancouver. I was thinking of the… --- ## [How do you like your \< $150 aftermarket GPS unit?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-like-your-150-aftermarket-gps-unit/578267)
**Author:** [@NetTrekker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/NetTrekker)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2011, 3:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-like-your-150-aftermarket-gps-unit/578267 "2011-06-06T03:39:21Z")
What model is it, where did you buy it, and for how much? Which features do you most like and dislike? Does the mount or the power cord get in the way at all? I’ve never owned one but after a long road trip last year int… --- ## [Question for those who blush easily](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-those-who-blush-easily/388936)
**Author:** [@gallows\_fodder](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gallows_fodder)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2011, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-those-who-blush-easily/388936 "2011-06-06T01:29:37Z")
I’ve recently noticed that I seem to blush in different regions of my face depending on which emotion I’m feeling. When I’m embarrassed but in a way I could laugh off, like when I make an inadvertent sexual innuendo, I … --- ## [Would you return to the doctor for this ECG result? (Prolonged QT interval)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-return-to-the-doctor-for-this-ecg-result-prolonged-qt-interval/584379)
**Author:** [@CairoCarol](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CairoCarol)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2011, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-return-to-the-doctor-for-this-ecg-result-prolonged-qt-interval/584379 "2011-06-05T16:30:10Z")
As a condition of my husband’s continuing employment in Indonesia, our whole family just had thorough check-ups at a local clinic here in Jakarta. In nearly every way I am in good shape - normal weight, cholesterol of 16… --- ## [Buying a new TV, what is the BEST one to get?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/buying-a-new-tv-what-is-the-best-one-to-get/584003)
**Author:** [@fusoya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fusoya)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2011, 3:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/buying-a-new-tv-what-is-the-best-one-to-get/584003 "2011-06-05T03:59:07Z")
So I FINALLY got that $6000 first prize from the Oscar Pool at work that I got a perfect score on last February! I was already planning on buying a new TV this month (I’ve been running my shows/blu-ray off a 24" on my de… --- ## [Fast Food Job Hours Question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fast-food-job-hours-question/584194)
**Author:** [@Rushgeekgirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rushgeekgirl)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2011, 3:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fast-food-job-hours-question/584194 "2011-06-05T03:16:39Z")
My daughter recently took on a part time job at Sonic, hoping to work around her school hours this fall. Her work hours have been so odd I have to ask if this is common or even legal. For example, she’ll be scheduled t… --- ## [Do Intrusive Thoughts Include Obscene Cursing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-intrusive-thoughts-include-obscene-cursing/584145)
**Author:** [@Qin\_Shi\_Huangdi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qin_Shi_Huangdi)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2011, 12:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-intrusive-thoughts-include-obscene-cursing/584145 "2011-06-05T00:36:54Z")
Do intrusive thoughts in addition to perverted, violent, and/or blasphmeous thoughts also including thoughts of profanity and cursing at other people? --- ## [Advice on a graduation present: sax related](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-a-graduation-present-sax-related/584240)
**Author:** [@WOOKINPANUB](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WOOKINPANUB)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 7:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-a-graduation-present-sax-related/584240 "2011-06-04T19:25:33Z")
My nephew is graduating high school later this month and I could use your help in selecting a gift. Sorry, I’m pretty sure there have been similar threads but this one is pretty specific so I thought I’d start my own. S… --- ## [Nepal census recognizes 'third gender'](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nepal-census-recognizes-third-gender/584084)
**Author:** [@Peremensoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Peremensoe)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 4:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nepal-census-recognizes-third-gender/584084 "2011-06-04T16:32:14Z")
News item here. I understand how this option can appeal to some people… but the presentation of it as “recognition to gay and transgender people” strikes me as a bit odd. Most gay men and lesbians I’ve known have been … --- ## [Any have a self-hosted wordpress blog?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-have-a-self-hosted-wordpress-blog/584220)
**Author:** [@Lobsang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lobsang)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-have-a-self-hosted-wordpress-blog/584220 "2011-06-04T16:30:26Z")
Is it quick to update when you make changes to layout? Do you have the ‘Jetpack’ enabled? I enabled the jetpack today and added the twitter feed widget. It takes FOREVER to update with new tweets. Even if I ctrl-f5… --- ## [Recommend me a DVD player that can handle Region 2 and Region 1 DVDs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-me-a-dvd-player-that-can-handle-region-2-and-region-1-dvds/584135)
**Author:** [@Scubaqueen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Scubaqueen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 3:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-me-a-dvd-player-that-can-handle-region-2-and-region-1-dvds/584135 "2011-06-04T15:15:12Z")
Fellow dopers, it’s come to this: there are several BBC tv programs I’m lusting after on Amazon - all of which only come in PAL format, natch. And, natch, my little Memorex DVD player (a whopping $15 at Target on Black … --- ## [What's with the decline of popularity of Urban Legends?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-decline-of-popularity-of-urban-legends/584289)
**Author:** [@Tarwater](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tarwater)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 1:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-decline-of-popularity-of-urban-legends/584289 "2011-06-04T13:55:45Z")
I was discussing organ transplants with a friend of mine. Of course, eventually, the conversation came around to the old urban legend about the man who wakes up in a bathtub of ice to find that one of his kidneys has bee… --- ## [Would you rather BE an illness or HAVE an illness?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-rather-be-an-illness-or-have-an-illness/584157)
**Author:** [@spunkymuzicnote](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/spunkymuzicnote)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 1:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-rather-be-an-illness-or-have-an-illness/584157 "2011-06-04T13:01:03Z")
I got into a discussion about this the other day with some people and wanted to get a general opinion. If you had (or if you do have) a permanent illness or ailment, would you rather people say that you HAD the ailment o… --- ## [What is the color of this woman's shoe?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-color-of-this-womans-shoe/584165)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 12:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-color-of-this-womans-shoe/584165 "2011-06-04T12:57:47Z")
What is the most accurate description of the color of this shoe? I know it’s some kind of purple, but what shade of purple should it be called? Any suggestions appreciated! This is fully lit. \[Pic 1\](http://i.ebayimg.… --- ## [Rate your looks on a scale of 1 to 10.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-your-looks-on-a-scale-of-1-to-10/584017)
**Author:** [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Replies:** 119\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 5:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rate-your-looks-on-a-scale-of-1-to-10/584017 "2011-06-04T05:05:56Z")
Try to avoid answering jokingly or sarcastically. If you really do think you’re a 10, then rate yourself it…but if you really don’t, then don’t, obviously. : p Anonymous poll to come. --- ## [Skiing near Grenoble in August](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/skiing-near-grenoble-in-august/584178)
**Author:** [@panache45](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/panache45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2011, 12:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/skiing-near-grenoble-in-august/584178 "2011-06-04T00:25:49Z")
In late August I’ll be in Grenoble, France, which is located on the eastern edge of the Alps. What is the nearest location where there’s enough snow for skiing at that time of year? (Snow, not glaciers) --- ## [Leonardo's Last Supper tickets](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/leonardos-last-supper-tickets/584127)
**Author:** [@Disheavel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Disheavel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 11:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/leonardos-last-supper-tickets/584127 "2011-06-03T23:17:38Z")
We are doing a bit of European touring this summer and were planning on being in Milan for half of a day between Chamonix and Venice. Unfortunately, the online/available tickets for our “window of opportunity”(11.am-5.p… --- ## [How long were you on a waiting list for nursery/toddler school?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-were-you-on-a-waiting-list-for-nursery-toddler-school/584221)
**Author:** [@Enderw24](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enderw24)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 9:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-were-you-on-a-waiting-list-for-nursery-toddler-school/584221 "2011-06-03T21:58:59Z")
We have a six month old. I work, my wife stays at home with her. Due to some changes in circumstance we’re exploring our options for daycare. It’s been eye opening to say the least. One place won’t take her until she’s … --- ## [Passive Participation in a Real Estate Scam](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/passive-participation-in-a-real-estate-scam/577147)
**Author:** [@Fotheringay-Phipps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fotheringay-Phipps)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 8:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/passive-participation-in-a-real-estate-scam/577147 "2011-06-03T20:28:29Z")
As we know, real estate has tanked over the last few years, and a lot of people in the field have been wiped out or close to it. But as is frequently the case, some investors with high shrewdness-to-scruples ratios are f… --- ## [HTML5 and progressive download - does the whole video really download before it plays?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/html5-and-progressive-download-does-the-whole-video-really-download-before-it-plays/556822)
**Author:** [@Engywook](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Engywook)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 7:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/html5-and-progressive-download-does-the-whole-video-really-download-before-it-plays/556822 "2011-06-03T19:19:21Z")
A co-worker claims that if HTML5 is used to play a progressive download video on a mobile device, the entire video file has to download before it can start playing. I find that hard to believe, since there’s no RMTP stre… --- ## [Good free software thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-free-software-thread/568012)
**Author:** [@armedmonkey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/armedmonkey)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 6:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-free-software-thread/568012 "2011-06-03T18:30:31Z")
This is the the thread to talk up the open source or free software programs you like. I like open office. I actually don’t think it is as good as MS Office, but it is free, and is a hell of a lot better than MS Works. … --- ## [Have you ever found a business partner on the SDMB?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-found-a-business-partner-on-the-sdmb/584095)
**Author:** [@Elret](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elret)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 4:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-found-a-business-partner-on-the-sdmb/584095 "2011-06-03T16:33:07Z")
I know lots of friendships and marriages have sprouted here. How about business deals? Seems like there is such a great mix of skills here, there must be a successful business just waiting to happen if a couple of peop… --- ## [Any advice on prepping to buy a used car in a couple years?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-advice-on-prepping-to-buy-a-used-car-in-a-couple-years/584168)
**Author:** [@BTEzra04](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BTEzra04)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 3:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-advice-on-prepping-to-buy-a-used-car-in-a-couple-years/584168 "2011-06-03T15:50:15Z")
So, I currently drive a car that’s been giving me some trouble. It’s a 1993, previously used. I just got it out of the shop today–it’s tried to break down on me pretty frequently during the last year. The air doesn’t wo… --- ## [What's your opinion of the (alledged) Weiner photo?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-opinion-of-the-alledged-weiner-photo/584093)
**Author:** [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-opinion-of-the-alledged-weiner-photo/584093 "2011-06-03T15:19:43Z")
Here is a thread I started on “Weinergate.” Basically, a photo of a pair of grey boxer shorts with a bulge in them appeared on Rep. Anthony Weiner’s Twitter account. No nudity was involved, and the senator claims his acc… --- ## [(Extreme Footage) Live Shootouts and Recovery. Is Change Possible - Thoughts?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/extreme-footage-live-shootouts-and-recovery-is-change-possible-thoughts/580513)
**Author:** [@icanchangeit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/icanchangeit)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 2:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/extreme-footage-live-shootouts-and-recovery-is-change-possible-thoughts/580513 "2011-06-03T14:56:34Z")
For three years, I have filmed intimately within American issues of urban poverty, violence and recovery. More than a gun issue, there is a terrible human and fiscal cost taking place every day in America…and we are all … --- ## [How to end a letter](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-end-a-letter/583917)
**Author:** [@Weedy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Weedy)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-end-a-letter/583917 "2011-06-03T14:02:06Z")
Any suggestions on how to end a letter requesting something that I’m not sure I will get? If I email someone to ask for information or something I generally assume they will send it to me, and close with ‘Thanks’. But in… --- ## [Proctology.....](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/proctology/583993)
**Author:** [@samjones](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/samjones)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 12:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/proctology/583993 "2011-06-03T12:56:42Z")
How do you find your way into that line of work? Is there an AHA! moment one day during rotation? --- ## [How long do you wait at the dentist?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-do-you-wait-at-the-dentist/583892)
**Author:** [@sparky\_1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sparky_1)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 7:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-do-you-wait-at-the-dentist/583892 "2011-06-03T07:44:23Z")
My appointment was at 4:20. I got here 10 minutes early and it’s now 4:40 and I haven’t seen anyone yet. So at what point do you just say the hell with it and leave? --- ## [Has anyone ever owned a Lincoln Town car? Did you like it](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-ever-owned-a-lincoln-town-car-did-you-like-it/579564)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 6:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-ever-owned-a-lincoln-town-car-did-you-like-it/579564 "2011-06-03T06:07:39Z")
Normally I check reviews on carsurvey.org to see how positive they are for a car and how many would buy another model of the car. If more than 70% of reviewers say they’d buy another one and the majority of reviews are p… --- ## [What should I do with my money?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-my-money/584107)
**Author:** [@CrimeThink](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CrimeThink)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2011, 5:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-my-money/584107 "2011-06-03T05:07:14Z")
My savings have grown to a point where I feel like I am really throwing away money by having it sit in an ING account at 1.15% interest. I was fine when the rate was over 4%, but with interest rates so low I am consider… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1731) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1733)