# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1980 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1981 --- ## [The basic gist of your national anthem](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-basic-gist-of-your-national-anthem/530716)
**Author:** [@Mississippienne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mississippienne)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 11:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-basic-gist-of-your-national-anthem/530716 "2010-03-17T23:39:45Z")
In this thread, I described the Polish national anthem as having the basic gist of ‘Poland don’t start no shit, and Poland don’t take no shit.’ That made me think about national anthems in general. They typically have v… --- ## [Tell me about modern TVs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-modern-tvs/532738)
**Author:** [@ruadh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ruadh)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 11:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-modern-tvs/532738 "2010-03-17T23:38:15Z")
So I’m finally in the market for a new TV. My current TV is so old, yojimbo gave it to me when I moved to Ireland ten years ago and it was already old even then. To say it’s a bit primitive would be a slight understateme… --- ## [March's real holiday(s)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/marchs-real-holiday-s/532725)
**Author:** [@fusoya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fusoya)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 9:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/marchs-real-holiday-s/532725 "2010-03-17T21:52:38Z")
Discuss, and why one or both count or don’t count as holidays, in your humble opinion. Stemmed from a discussion I was having with a friend about how she had to go out and celebrate today, and I mentioned how we just ce… --- ## [What's the best internet news site?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-best-internet-news-site/531630)
**Author:** [@Blunt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Blunt)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 7:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-best-internet-news-site/531630 "2010-03-17T19:38:43Z")
OK, I’ve been going to CNN.com for years to read headlines, look at articles, etc, but I’m getting sick of the number of video only stories. I’m looking for an alternative site for general news stories that doesn’t forc… --- ## [Anyone else notice these 'lower my bills' ads on websites?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-else-notice-these-lower-my-bills-ads-on-websites/532774)
**Author:** [@Earl\_Snake-Hips\_Tucker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Earl_Snake-Hips_Tucker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 6:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-else-notice-these-lower-my-bills-ads-on-websites/532774 "2010-03-17T18:55:39Z")
There’s an ad that shows up for either lowermybills or lowermycredit on various websites, and it features this really sour-looking old man’s face. While that image is not something that would make me seek their service,… --- ## [Ladies, what's the best beauty advice you've acquired over the years?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-whats-the-best-beauty-advice-youve-acquired-over-the-years/531633)
**Author:** [@ladyfoxfyre](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ladyfoxfyre)\ **Replies:** 151\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 6:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-whats-the-best-beauty-advice-youve-acquired-over-the-years/531633 "2010-03-17T18:03:31Z")
Time for a collection. What’s the most effective beauty advice you’ve come across over the years that has dramatically altered the way you do body-business? It can be hair, skin, nails, anything you’ve come across that … --- ## [Rank and Rate the Presidents](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rank-and-rate-the-presidents/502918)
**Author:** [@Qin\_Shi\_Huangdi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qin_Shi_Huangdi)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 2:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rank-and-rate-the-presidents/502918 "2010-03-17T14:13:37Z")
Your challenge is to rank and rate the Presidents from the best to worst. Please include at least up to Bush.Sr. As Clinton, Bush Jr. and Obama’s presidencies are too recent and also not those of William Henry Harrison, … --- ## [Help me with my employee self-evaluation?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-with-my-employee-self-evaluation/532370)
**Author:** [@rucciface](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rucciface)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 1:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-with-my-employee-self-evaluation/532370 "2010-03-17T13:15:15Z")
Hi, dopers. I’ve been at my job for a year now, and it’s time for my annual evaluation. My manager, The Cheese, gave me a form to fill out and return so that he’ll have something to go on for our face-to-face meeting r… --- ## [question for ladies (TMI)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-ladies-tmi/532483)
**Author:** [@trapezoidal\_jellyfish](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/trapezoidal_jellyfish)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 1:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-ladies-tmi/532483 "2010-03-17T13:09:15Z")
so, due to circumstances beyond my control (aka, I was squeamish) I’ve gone my entire menstruating life without using tampons or anything similarly insertable. After some failed attempts, I finally worked up the nerve t… --- ## [Idiosyncratic Political Views](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/idiosyncratic-political-views/531242)
**Author:** [@Qin\_Shi\_Huangdi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qin_Shi_Huangdi)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 10:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/idiosyncratic-political-views/531242 "2010-03-17T10:58:49Z")
What are some political issues where you disagree with most people of your political orientation? I, contrary to many conservatives: Support the legalization and regulation of marijuana for revenue purposes. Support t… --- ## [For those who live "alternative" lifestyles, how's the business world treating you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-those-who-live-alternative-lifestyles-hows-the-business-world-treating-you/531921)
**Author:** [@Diamonds02](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diamonds02)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 10:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-those-who-live-alternative-lifestyles-hows-the-business-world-treating-you/531921 "2010-03-17T10:49:47Z")
For those who work in a “typical office” environment, and live a “alternative” lifestyle, how are things going? Do you fit in well? Do you keep to yourself? Are you shunned? As for “alternative” use your imagination, be… --- ## [Ask the (former) ticket scalper.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-former-ticket-scalper/532140)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 10:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ask-the-former-ticket-scalper/532140 "2010-03-17T10:18:14Z")
As requested in another thread here. I used to scalp tickets for many years a while back ago. I guess the first thing I’ll cover is some of the evils of how the regular Joe never really has a chance when it comes to bu… --- ## [How to teach a 4 year old accountability?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-teach-a-4-year-old-accountability/532143)
**Author:** [@Stainz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stainz)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 9:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-teach-a-4-year-old-accountability/532143 "2010-03-17T09:37:02Z")
Our little girl is a great kid (of course), but she does not accept responsibility for anything. Anything “bad” that happens - whether it’s her stubbing her toe, or dropping her cookie, or not finishing an art project b… --- ## [Do you eat to help cope with emotional issues?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-eat-to-help-cope-with-emotional-issues/532271)
**Author:** [@Leaffan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaffan)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 5:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-eat-to-help-cope-with-emotional-issues/532271 "2010-03-17T05:28:52Z")
In this thread there is a debate as to whether or not most people sometimes eat to help cope emotionally. My opinion was that for the vast majority of people, although food can be enjoyable, there is no connection betwe… --- ## [Singles: Marriage with sex, or single life with celibacy?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/singles-marriage-with-sex-or-single-life-with-celibacy/520108)
**Author:** [@Chessic\_Sense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chessic_Sense)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 3:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/singles-marriage-with-sex-or-single-life-with-celibacy/520108 "2010-03-17T03:44:48Z")
In thisthread, we’ve discussed the particular burdens placed on practicing Catholic heterosexuals to avoid sex before marriage, vis a vie the burden placed on homosexuals. I want to know, if you HAD TO pick, would you p… --- ## [50 Staters](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/50-staters/532147)
**Author:** [@fusoya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fusoya)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2010, 12:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/50-staters/532147 "2010-03-17T00:00:46Z")
Show of hands, how many of you have been to all 50 states? How long did it take you, and what age did you reach that goal? Was this on purpose, or did it just happen? So far I’ve been to all of the east and west coast … --- ## [Need List Of "Upbeat" Questions Of The Day](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-list-of-upbeat-questions-of-the-day/532527)
**Author:** [@DMark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DMark)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 11:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-list-of-upbeat-questions-of-the-day/532527 "2010-03-16T23:18:23Z")
For my speech class, I always write a question of the day on the board. The students hand me the answer on a 3x5" note card, with their name - I use the cards for attendance, and also shuffle the cards to see who speaks… --- ## [Are you conservitive of free resources(free to you)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-conservitive-of-free-resources-free-to-you/532562)
**Author:** [@boytyperanma](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boytyperanma)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 11:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-you-conservitive-of-free-resources-free-to-you/532562 "2010-03-16T23:08:01Z")
A few threads going on right now discussing hotel shampoo bottles, ketchup packets and such. I Figured I’d try to make a poll on the subject. Anything that has no direct cost to you can be included. I think of napkins … --- ## [Eyes constantly water while I am riding my bike - suggestions?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/eyes-constantly-water-while-i-am-riding-my-bike-suggestions/532647)
**Author:** [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 10:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/eyes-constantly-water-while-i-am-riding-my-bike-suggestions/532647 "2010-03-16T22:13:05Z")
I took out my bike last night for the first time in the season and was reminded of a problem I always have when biking - watery eyes. This is a problem I have in general. I’ve been to the eye doctor and he says it’s noth… --- ## [Was the Prius acceleration real or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-the-prius-acceleration-real-or-not/532533)
**Author:** [@Diceman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diceman)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-the-prius-acceleration-real-or-not/532533 "2010-03-16T20:02:07Z")
Story here. Apparently, investigators cannot duplicate the runaway Prius’ acceleration. And yet, there are clear signs that the guy in the car really was standing on the breaks trying to stop the thing. A couple of day… --- ## [Time to Stock Up On Obama Tschotkes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-to-stock-up-on-obama-tschotkes/532342)
**Author:** [@ralph124c](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ralph124c)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 6:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-to-stock-up-on-obama-tschotkes/532342 "2010-03-16T18:19:05Z")
I have the opportunity to buy a lot of Obama “Hope and Change” crap-stuff like t-shirts, key chains, coffee cups, etc. Most of this stuff represents returns from stores-apprently, this crap isn’t selling well now. Shoul… --- ## [Bridal Shower etiquette or "Who the hell is this person?" - opinions wanted](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bridal-shower-etiquette-or-who-the-hell-is-this-person-opinions-wanted/531997)
**Author:** [@Poysyn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Poysyn)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 6:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bridal-shower-etiquette-or-who-the-hell-is-this-person-opinions-wanted/531997 "2010-03-16T18:03:54Z")
Some background… My husband’s “best friend” is getting married. I use the quotes because really, he is my husband’s oldest friend but they are not very close. Anyway, The BF and The Fiancee have been together for about… --- ## [Anybody Ever Have a Tree Fall on Their House?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-ever-have-a-tree-fall-on-their-house/532443)
**Author:** [@ethelbert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ethelbert)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 5:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-ever-have-a-tree-fall-on-their-house/532443 "2010-03-16T17:54:14Z")
It is windy and rainy here (northern NJ), and while it hasn’t happened yet, I would like to be prepared. One problem is that if a tree or large branch damages a house, a lot of water can get into the house, doing more da… --- ## [$69.50 for a refurbished PS3? What's the catch?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/69-50-for-a-refurbished-ps3-whats-the-catch/532650)
**Author:** [@Agent\_Foxtrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Agent_Foxtrot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/69-50-for-a-refurbished-ps3-whats-the-catch/532650 "2010-03-16T15:47:33Z")
While shopping for a refurb Playstation 3, this link was near the top of Google’s search results. What’s the catch? Is it a piece of crap? Am I buying an empty PS3 box? Is there any reason I shouldn’t jump on this? --- ## [So I need a new computer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-i-need-a-new-computer/532324)
**Author:** [@Lynn\_Bodoni](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lynn_Bodoni)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 12:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-i-need-a-new-computer/532324 "2010-03-16T00:32:04Z")
My husband has carefully put together this package. Please pick it apart and tell me what, if anything, I should change. I only use my computer for playing games, using the internet, or playing games on the internet. … --- ## [Why are you fat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-you-fat/531560)
**Author:** [@elmwood](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elmwood)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2010, 12:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-you-fat/531560 "2010-03-16T00:23:26Z")
As inspired by this thread. For the sake of argument, let’s consider “fat” as being 25 pounds (12 kilograms, 1.8 bloody stone) above the uppermost limit of the ideal weight for a medium-framed person of your height. --- ## [So who is in the right...the restaurant or the customer?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-who-is-in-the-right-the-restaurant-or-the-customer/530421)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 161\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2010, 8:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-who-is-in-the-right-the-restaurant-or-the-customer/530421 "2010-03-15T20:03:34Z")
In this video report a woman has been told by a restaurant that she frequents that she must pay an automatic 18% gratuity on her bill or she will not be served. They do not enforce this rule on other patrons, just her a… --- ## [How do I get my doctor to use a compliant prescription form?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-doctor-to-use-a-compliant-prescription-form/531551)
**Author:** [@Spectre\_of\_Pithecanthropus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spectre_of_Pithecanthropus)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2010, 6:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-doctor-to-use-a-compliant-prescription-form/531551 "2010-03-15T18:54:36Z")
I like my doctor very much. In fact, my wife and I both go to him and find him to be a knowledgeable and compassionate practitioner. Once, when I asked him about potential drug interactions between an OTC product and… --- ## [We're off to St. Croix](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-off-to-st-croix/532569)
**Author:** [@ducati](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ducati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2010, 6:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/were-off-to-st-croix/532569 "2010-03-15T18:41:27Z")
I haven’t been in 20+ years, & Mrs. and the kids never have. 12yo girl wants to go snorkeling & see magical reefs & fish like on TV. That’s easy. I’m renting a Jeep for the week, & going exploring. What are some must… --- ## [How to stop someone from sending glurge](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-stop-someone-from-sending-glurge/532280)
**Author:** [@Palo\_Verde](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Palo_Verde)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2010, 6:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-stop-someone-from-sending-glurge/532280 "2010-03-15T18:40:28Z")
I used to be a teacher and a few months ago a former student of mine from 20 years ago got in touch. We exchanges a few pleasant catch-up email and all was fine. Then it started… the glurge. She sends and forwards ema… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1979) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1981)