# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1910 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1911 --- ## [Any one using Cricket or Virgin Mobile cell phones?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-one-using-cricket-or-virgin-mobile-cell-phones/545664)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 9:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-one-using-cricket-or-virgin-mobile-cell-phones/545664 "2010-07-31T21:22:59Z")
Thinking about trying one of these carriers and leaving verizon. They are much cheaper but I’m hesitant about coverage and hidden fees etc… Anyone use or have used these types of carriers? --- ## [How do I get rid of these spyware alerts trying to get me to buy?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-get-rid-of-these-spyware-alerts-trying-to-get-me-to-buy/548685)
**Author:** [@Sycorax](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sycorax)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 8:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-get-rid-of-these-spyware-alerts-trying-to-get-me-to-buy/548685 "2010-07-31T20:41:00Z")
I was using Chrome when suddenly the IE window popped up with warnings that “windows reports that computer is infected.” Other antivirus alerts pop up. The spyware is Antivir solution; when I clicked on their popup, I g… --- ## [Where to get furniture in Chicago?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-to-get-furniture-in-chicago/548692)
**Author:** [@Randy\_Seltzer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Randy_Seltzer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 4:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/where-to-get-furniture-in-chicago/548692 "2010-07-31T16:24:12Z")
I’m looking for some new furniture. Couches, to be specific. I want to get something that is a few steps up from Ikea, but a step below Crate and Barrel, or a fancy boutique place. I’m thinking Nebraska Furniture Mart, … --- ## [How to say yes?-One of those dull lovelorn advice queries, feel free to roll eyes&ignore](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-say-yes-one-of-those-dull-lovelorn-advice-queries-feel-free-to-roll-eyes-ignore/547144)
**Author:** [@Pandoranoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Pandoranoid)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-say-yes-one-of-those-dull-lovelorn-advice-queries-feel-free-to-roll-eyes-ignore/547144 "2010-07-31T15:11:25Z")
I have a boring social problem, but I don’t know what to do about it. I am petrified of men I am attracted to,\* especially\* the ones that are obviously probably attracted to me. I am almost 90% sure I am not misreading… --- ## [Attitudes towards the disabled](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/attitudes-towards-the-disabled/548385)
**Author:** [@Dignan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dignan)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 1:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/attitudes-towards-the-disabled/548385 "2010-07-31T13:15:19Z")
On the first episode of Mad Men there is a character that is disabled, and comments are made about it. Not just about the disability, and not really even jokes, as much as it was cruel comments about the actual person. … --- ## [If accused, would you rather be guilty or innocent?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-accused-would-you-rather-be-guilty-or-innocent/548642)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 11:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-accused-would-you-rather-be-guilty-or-innocent/548642 "2010-07-31T11:02:25Z")
Let’s say you’ve been accused of something bad. And the accusation is widely known and generally believed. To keep it simple we’ll say there’s no threat of criminal charges or any official sanctions involved - this is ju… --- ## [Is Sarah Palin doing a good job?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-sarah-palin-doing-a-good-job/547953)
**Author:** [@Kyla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kyla)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 9:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-sarah-palin-doing-a-good-job/547953 "2010-07-31T09:06:52Z")
I was just posed this question by an ad here on the SDMB and I’ll admit to being a little confused. A good job at what? Does Sarah Palin even have a job? I’m pretty sure that whatever it is she’s getting her income fr… --- ## [Louisiana French: where to hear it and practice it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/louisiana-french-where-to-hear-it-and-practice-it/547731)
**Author:** [@tclouie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tclouie)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/louisiana-french-where-to-hear-it-and-practice-it/547731 "2010-07-31T01:29:44Z")
When I learned I was going to New Orleans for a convention, I got all excited and started learning all about Louisiana French from the LSU and Tulane websites, as well as from Wikipedia. Unfortunately, when I got to NOLA… --- ## [Nook vs Kindle](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nook-vs-kindle/548618)
**Author:** [@Is\_it\_safe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Is_it_safe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2010, 12:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nook-vs-kindle/548618 "2010-07-31T00:04:13Z")
I’m looking at getting a couple of e-readers. We’ll probably be getting Wi-Fi only ones, since we live in Guam (there isn’t a real bookstore on the island anywhere) and I don’t think we can access the 3G service from her… --- ## [So, only a small percentage of women are looking for a relationship to escape boredom?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-only-a-small-percentage-of-women-are-looking-for-a-relationship-to-escape-boredom/548394)
**Author:** [@Diamonds02](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diamonds02)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 8:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-only-a-small-percentage-of-women-are-looking-for-a-relationship-to-escape-boredom/548394 "2010-07-30T20:24:33Z")
This seem to be my experience. However, going by some of the relationship and hook-up advice I read, suggests the opposite. That most women are bored out of their minds, and a man (or lesbian) shouldn’t even bother tryi… --- ## [Possible locations for vacation](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-locations-for-vacation/548466)
**Author:** [@powerjacob](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/powerjacob)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 7:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/possible-locations-for-vacation/548466 "2010-07-30T19:44:41Z")
So, the powerjacob family is trying to figure out what we can do for vacation this year (or maybe next year). Normally we go to Panama City Beach, FL. It’s been decided we will not be heading there for a multitude of rea… --- ## [What invention will be the "Next Big Thing" in the future.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-invention-will-be-the-next-big-thing-in-the-future/548380)
**Author:** [@scamartistry](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scamartistry)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 6:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-invention-will-be-the-next-big-thing-in-the-future/548380 "2010-07-30T18:40:29Z")
What world changing inventions/discoveries might we see in say before year 2050 that will make a huge impact on everyday life. Or might even be in the pipelines right now? Inventions on a similar level as computers, the… --- ## [News source needed](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/news-source-needed/548476)
**Author:** [@Rhythmdvl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhythmdvl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 6:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/news-source-needed/548476 "2010-07-30T18:34:24Z")
I need a new news source. The BBC implemented a new layout and no longer suits my needs. The new layout seems heavy on multimedia features and white space; it’s no longer as information-dense as it used to be and what in… --- ## [Finding a potential worker a job, what's in it for the staffing agency?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-a-potential-worker-a-job-whats-in-it-for-the-staffing-agency/548605)
**Author:** [@Diamonds02](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diamonds02)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 6:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finding-a-potential-worker-a-job-whats-in-it-for-the-staffing-agency/548605 "2010-07-30T18:21:38Z")
I know what staffing agencies for in a broad sense. They look at a potential workers’ skills, education, and experience and match them up with employers that have certain needs. I see how employers benefit from using st… --- ## [Bricker for POTUS? Dopers (or whoever) for \[fill in the blank\]?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bricker-for-potus-dopers-or-whoever-for-fill-in-the-blank/548416)
**Author:** [@foolsguinea](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/foolsguinea)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bricker-for-potus-dopers-or-whoever-for-fill-in-the-blank/548416 "2010-07-30T18:02:50Z")
Oh, this is going to be moved…somewhere. Thank you; I’m honored to accept. I left the party a long time ago, but I think you’d probably be a reasonable choice, really, if you had made any political alliances. (Of c… --- ## [Ripped off](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ripped-off/548141)
**Author:** [@BigBertha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigBertha)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ripped-off/548141 "2010-07-30T17:56:51Z")
A month or so ago I made a thread asking about a petition job. I did it in May and June. My first two petitions were paid. The last three were not and now the phone number of the place is disconnected. What can I do? I s… --- ## [Going out of the country for 1st time: Things I need to know?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-out-of-the-country-for-1st-time-things-i-need-to-know/548204)
**Author:** [@statsman1982](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/statsman1982)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 5:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-out-of-the-country-for-1st-time-things-i-need-to-know/548204 "2010-07-30T17:24:53Z")
I’m set to travel from the U. S. to Canada on Friday (Vancouver, in particular). I have a passport (just got it) and the flight booked. I’ll be flying from Houston to Calgary first, and then from Calgary to Vancouver. I … --- ## [If you were given a corporate expense account...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-were-given-a-corporate-expense-account/548463)
**Author:** [@Fried\_Dough\_Ho](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fried_Dough_Ho)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 4:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-you-were-given-a-corporate-expense-account/548463 "2010-07-30T16:22:29Z")
… what credit card would you want to use for that expense account to ultimately provide YOU, personally, with the most perks? --- ## [Famous: Ignorance or Boastful when you don't know?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/famous-ignorance-or-boastful-when-you-dont-know/548577)
**Author:** [@Zyanthia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyanthia)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 4:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/famous-ignorance-or-boastful-when-you-dont-know/548577 "2010-07-30T16:02:40Z")
From dictionary.com Famous: having a widespread reputation, usually of a favorable nature; renowned; celebrated. My problem with this definition is widespread. Define widespread? If someone says something is famous, … --- ## [What's your longest absence from the board?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-longest-absence-from-the-board/548003)
**Author:** [@Asimovian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asimovian)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 3:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-longest-absence-from-the-board/548003 "2010-07-30T15:29:29Z")
I’m on an extended business trip that has kept me from spending any regular time on the board. I think I’ve checked in twice this entire week. But I know that pales in comparison to how long some others have gone missing… --- ## [How bad of an idea is this for giving work bonuses?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-bad-of-an-idea-is-this-for-giving-work-bonuses/548138)
**Author:** [@Red\_Barchetta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Red_Barchetta)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 2:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-bad-of-an-idea-is-this-for-giving-work-bonuses/548138 "2010-07-30T14:56:31Z")
So I just heard from a friend about a new method his company is trying out for giving out bonuses, called “virus pay.” Here’s how it works: Every employee gets $500 dollars on paper. However, none of this is theirs to … --- ## [Tell me about Tony Robbins](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-tony-robbins/548324)
**Author:** [@BangTheDrum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BangTheDrum)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 2:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-tony-robbins/548324 "2010-07-30T14:19:07Z")
I am interested in finding out if Tony Robbins teachings, for lack of a better word, are helpful and authentic. I know absolutely nothing about him other than hearing his name in passing. I have had a few people lately… --- ## [What can you tell me about Colorado Springs/The Broadmoor Hotel?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-can-you-tell-me-about-colorado-springs-the-broadmoor-hotel/548506)
**Author:** [@Shagnasty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shagnasty)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 1:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-can-you-tell-me-about-colorado-springs-the-broadmoor-hotel/548506 "2010-07-30T13:14:54Z")
Someone just gave me and my two young daughters a trip to Colorado Springs in late August. We sill be staying in the Broadmoor Hotel which looks really old-school and sweet. Any advice/tips while I am there? I have famil… --- ## [What (Public) Events Sadden You Althought They Didn't Directly Affect You?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-public-events-sadden-you-althought-they-didnt-directly-affect-you/546914)
**Author:** [@Cicero](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cicero)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 12:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-public-events-sadden-you-althought-they-didnt-directly-affect-you/546914 "2010-07-30T12:49:27Z")
And no need to state why. (Hopefully politics won’t be dragged in). For me: September 11 Munich Olympics Massacre Kent State University. In no particular order. --- ## [A counter-question to the "New York, New York" thread--U.S. Americans](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-counter-question-to-the-new-york-new-york-thread-u-s-americans/548504)
**Author:** [@Spectre\_of\_Pithecanthropus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spectre_of_Pithecanthropus)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 10:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-counter-question-to-the-new-york-new-york-thread-u-s-americans/548504 "2010-07-30T10:40:45Z")
After reading the New York, New York thread, it occurred to me that many foreign media outlets always use U.S. American to refer to us, or as an adjective for the country and its policies. At least, I’ve been listening… --- ## [You put WHAT in your mouth?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-put-what-in-your-mouth/548376)
**Author:** [@Todderbob](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Todderbob)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 8:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-put-what-in-your-mouth/548376 "2010-07-30T08:56:17Z")
What is the single most disgusting thing you put in your mouth? Or, if you’re feeling really adventurous, what are the top few most disgusting things you’ve ever put in your mouth? I expect a lot of answers will be “Pe… --- ## [Things the opposite sex just doesn't get.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-the-opposite-sex-just-doesnt-get/548193)
**Author:** [@Agent\_Foxtrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Agent_Foxtrot)\ **Replies:** 135\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 2:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-the-opposite-sex-just-doesnt-get/548193 "2010-07-30T02:37:41Z")
Let’s have some fun with this thread. Please post something that the opposite sex (relative to you) doesn’t understand about your gender. Please also post your gender. For example, I would post: Male here. Men are m… --- ## [20 minutes and you’re finished with your prostitute already? Why not just masturbate?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/20-minutes-and-you-re-finished-with-your-prostitute-already-why-not-just-masturbate/547724)
**Author:** [@bienville](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bienville)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/20-minutes-and-you-re-finished-with-your-prostitute-already-why-not-just-masturbate/547724 "2010-07-30T00:17:39Z")
MPISMS always seems kinda G-Rated to me, so to avoid offending the bunnies and kittens crowd I will justify putting this in IMHO by both sharing my opinion at the end of the story as well as asking that respondents share… --- ## [Why did Happy Rockefeller give up custody of her 4 children when she divorced and re-married?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-happy-rockefeller-give-up-custody-of-her-4-children-when-she-divorced-and-re-married/548477)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2010, 11:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-did-happy-rockefeller-give-up-custody-of-her-4-children-when-she-divorced-and-re-married/548477 "2010-07-29T23:15:11Z")
In googling Happy RockefellerI can’t find much information on the rationale behind her decision to walk away from her marriage and four children in order to marry Nelson Rockefeller. Obviously she and Rockefeller were in… --- ## [Any regrets over a career?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-regrets-over-a-career/548348)
**Author:** [@Hakuna\_Matata](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hakuna_Matata)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2010, 10:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-regrets-over-a-career/548348 "2010-07-29T22:43:01Z")
I have been practicing as an Architect, or in a closely related role now for almost 30 years, and feel I have made many contributions to the landscape with my buildings. Mostly good, some better then others, but I have … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1909) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1911)