# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=473 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 474 --- ## [What was your first internet community?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-was-your-first-internet-community/819269)
**Author:** [@Malleus\_Incus\_Stapes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Malleus_Incus_Stapes)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2018, 12:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-was-your-first-internet-community/819269 "2018-08-11T12:55:16Z")
I took to the online life late- I didn’t get an email address until eighth grade- and the first community I joined was a message board for synesthetes called Mixed Signals. As befitting my sheltered life, it was one of t… --- ## [Road trip along Route 66](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/road-trip-along-route-66/819093)
**Author:** [@Cumberdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cumberdale)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2018, 5:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/road-trip-along-route-66/819093 "2018-08-11T05:12:35Z")
I’m thinking of taking a road trip along Route 66 from Amarillo to Chicago in September. I’m also thinking of taking my tent and camping out along the way. Are there any places I should definitely check out or stop at al… --- ## [Ever left a job you liked to advance your career?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-left-a-job-you-liked-to-advance-your-career/819147)
**Author:** [@wonky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wonky)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2018, 12:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-left-a-job-you-liked-to-advance-your-career/819147 "2018-08-11T00:48:47Z")
A couple of years ago, a friend of mine was considering leaving a position she really loved because she was being recruited for another employer and it would be a big step up in prestige. But it would be a leap into many… --- ## [Buick?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/buick/819343)
**Author:** [@ioioio](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ioioio)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 5:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/buick/819343 "2018-08-10T17:38:22Z")
Not too long ago, I posted about liking the commercials of a local car dealer whose ads feature his four Labradors, either gazing at him adoringly or randomly wandering in and out of the scene. I plan to check out this … --- ## [Can you hang out with folks who have beliefs you don't agree with](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-hang-out-with-folks-who-have-beliefs-you-dont-agree-with/819140)
**Author:** [@Athena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Athena)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-you-hang-out-with-folks-who-have-beliefs-you-dont-agree-with/819140 "2018-08-10T13:57:59Z")
This came up in conversation between some friends and I the other day, and I’m curious how other folks think. Let’s say a friend says “Oh, you have to meet my buddy Joe, you guys have a ton in common, and I think we’d ha… --- ## [Tokyo Medical school biased entrance exam results against women](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tokyo-medical-school-biased-entrance-exam-results-against-women/819352)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 1:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tokyo-medical-school-biased-entrance-exam-results-against-women/819352 "2018-08-10T13:32:55Z")
Guardian story here. Grrr… And how the blazes did they get away with it for so long? I’m glad they’ve put a stop to this. --- ## [What separates men from boys?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-separates-men-from-boys/819134)
**Author:** [@Lizard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lizard)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 5:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-separates-men-from-boys/819134 "2018-08-10T05:22:41Z")
Personally: Stepping up to one’s responsibilities without whining, complaining, or thinking it makes you special. Taking responsibility for your own life, and not blaming someone else for it. Protecting those who can’t p… --- ## [How come Brazil and Mexico aren't superpowers, but Russia is?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-come-brazil-and-mexico-arent-superpowers-but-russia-is/819283)
**Author:** [@JakeRS](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JakeRS)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 2:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-come-brazil-and-mexico-arent-superpowers-but-russia-is/819283 "2018-08-10T02:12:15Z")
Both Mexico (123 mil) and Brazil (209m) have more or less as much population as Russia (145m), well Brazil has a lot more. Brazil has a even higher GDP than Russia and Mexico isn’t trailing that far either. Surprisingl… --- ## [HOA](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hoa/819232)
**Author:** [@Sgtdanno](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sgtdanno)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 12:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hoa/819232 "2018-08-10T00:29:54Z")
My wife and I bought a home under the presumption that there was no HOA. 4 days after taking ownership of the property are Neighbor comes down and informs us of his name and informs us of the HOA that governs this subdiv… --- ## [Do you look young or old for your age?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-look-young-or-old-for-your-age/819199)
**Author:** [@laurieb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/laurieb)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-look-young-or-old-for-your-age/819199 "2018-08-09T22:57:37Z")
People have always mistaken me for older. I’m only 32, but I often get people guessing that I’m in my early 40s for some reason. They will often follow it up with something like, “you don’t look ancient, it’s just that … --- ## [Lotus Seven](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lotus-seven/819306)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 10:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lotus-seven/819306 "2018-08-09T22:56:40Z")
I got out my The Prisoner DVD complete series and have been watching episodes as I am able. One of the iconic things in the series is the Lotus Seven Patrick McGoohan drives in the opening. And my MGB is running again … --- ## [The concept of fairness](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-concept-of-fairness/819342)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 7:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-concept-of-fairness/819342 "2018-08-09T19:56:43Z")
When and where is an expectation of fairness to be reasonably expected? I know most of the rules in society are based on keeping things fair, we wait in lines first come first serve. Some companies base promotions on se… --- ## [What are these bumps on this cat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-these-bumps-on-this-cat/817073)
**Author:** [@smokey78](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/smokey78)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 6:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-these-bumps-on-this-cat/817073 "2018-08-09T18:31:35Z")
(NOTE: looks icky) The stray cat I feed now has these pink bumps ranging in different sizes on her tummy. Her Tummy is now nearly hairless. She licks them often. Is it an allergy? I feed her daily and she has a strong… --- ## [WTF? Sinclair Group!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wtf-sinclair-group/811655)
**Author:** [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 4:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wtf-sinclair-group/811655 "2018-08-09T16:39:47Z")
IMO, this is skating on thin ice to make their network affiliates read prepared statements. Is this tramping on the 1st amendment? --- ## [How the blazes can Sanders' UHC plan cost $32T?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-the-blazes-can-sanders-uhc-plan-cost-32t/818889)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 4:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-the-blazes-can-sanders-uhc-plan-cost-32t/818889 "2018-08-09T16:27:05Z")
That’s for 10 years, mind, so $3.2T a year. I suspect I have hit on a hit-piece. Links: https://www.mercatus.org/system/files/blahous-costs-medicare-mercatus-working-paper-v1\_1.pdf I look at the UK where we pay appro… --- ## [Do most people, even the "lazy ones" in high school grow up to successful?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-most-people-even-the-lazy-ones-in-high-school-grow-up-to-successful/818501)
**Author:** [@EricaRoche](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EricaRoche)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-most-people-even-the-lazy-ones-in-high-school-grow-up-to-successful/818501 "2018-08-09T16:21:49Z")
I’m not judgmental so I don’t call an under-performing student “lazy” as I don’t know what’s going on in their life but this is what teachers and parents say. Looking at my former secondary school classmates on Facebook … --- ## [Any tips for going on a road trip/funeral with a spouse who doesn't like you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-tips-for-going-on-a-road-trip-funeral-with-a-spouse-who-doesnt-like-you/819278)
**Author:** [@The\_wind\_of\_my\_soul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_wind_of_my_soul)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-tips-for-going-on-a-road-trip-funeral-with-a-spouse-who-doesnt-like-you/819278 "2018-08-09T16:14:39Z")
The general situation: Husband has decided he doesn’t really like touching me and avoids me because every little thing about me annoys him. His aunt died, and he does want me to come with him to the funeral. I’m dreadi… --- ## [You can make 3 permanent changes to the way your country is run--which 3?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-can-make-3-permanent-changes-to-the-way-your-country-is-run-which-3/818376)
**Author:** [@Textual\_Innuendo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Textual_Innuendo)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 4:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-can-make-3-permanent-changes-to-the-way-your-country-is-run-which-3/818376 "2018-08-09T16:06:04Z")
Just a thought experiment on my part, but thought it may be interesting to hear the Dope’s views on it. While walking on the beach one day, you stub your toe on a large and unusually ugly seashell. As is the way of the… --- ## [Sweat management](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sweat-management/819170)
**Author:** [@PookahMacPhellimey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PookahMacPhellimey)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 8:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sweat-management/819170 "2018-08-09T08:47:00Z")
Hello, I’m Pookah and I’m sweaty. I don’t mean some damp spots under the arms - when it’s hot and humid, which it often is where I live, I literally drip on even the slightest exertion. I don’t particularly smell bad, bu… --- ## [If Prince George Comes Out As Gay](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-prince-george-comes-out-as-gay/818936)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 1:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-prince-george-comes-out-as-gay/818936 "2018-08-09T01:37:32Z")
Yes, I know he’s only five. Work with me here. Let’s say it’s 2040. King Charles III (or whatever name he takes) has died, and King William V (or whatever name he takes) has been on the throne for a few years. Prince Ge… --- ## [My toes hurt.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-toes-hurt/819258)
**Author:** [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 8:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-toes-hurt/819258 "2018-08-08T20:54:50Z")
I posted in the rants how i fell off my deck and hurt my toes. Went to the clinic and the NP decided they might be broken. I have a very long 2nd toe and my 3rd toe both hurting like hell. I have jacked-up feet anyway, f… --- ## [Did Adam eat an apple or a pomegranate](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-adam-eat-an-apple-or-a-pomegranate/819158)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Jay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ed_Jay)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 6:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-adam-eat-an-apple-or-a-pomegranate/819158 "2018-08-08T18:03:39Z")
Recently I met one of those bible zealots who spewed scripture passages one after the another but I had to stop her when she said that Adam & Eve didn’t eat an apple but a pomegranate I grew-up being taught that it was a… --- ## [Switching from Protestant to Catholic?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/switching-from-protestant-to-catholic/819192)
**Author:** [@ZipperJJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZipperJJ)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 5:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/switching-from-protestant-to-catholic/819192 "2018-08-08T17:49:28Z")
Did any of you grow up Protestant and became Catholic later in life? Or even joined a Protestant church as an adult, then switched to Catholic church - without having previously been Catholic? The background to this que… --- ## [Why do people with good jobs still live out of their cars?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-people-with-good-jobs-still-live-out-of-their-cars/818927)
**Author:** [@Urbanredneck](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Urbanredneck)\ **Replies:** 178\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 3:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-people-with-good-jobs-still-live-out-of-their-cars/818927 "2018-08-08T15:45:19Z")
HERE is a story about an adjunct professor in San Jose California who cannot afford housing and is forced to live out of her car. The report talks about similar professionals and persons with jobs who live in high rent a… --- ## [Going to a Warm Weather Vacation in Winter: Is it Worse When You Get Back?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-to-a-warm-weather-vacation-in-winter-is-it-worse-when-you-get-back/773992)
**Author:** [@PastTense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastTense)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 11:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/going-to-a-warm-weather-vacation-in-winter-is-it-worse-when-you-get-back/773992 "2018-08-08T11:54:40Z")
For those of you who have gone on a vacation to a nice warm place in the middle of a cold winter: is it worse when you get back then if you had never gone? --- ## [Species](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/species/819247)
**Author:** [@StraightTalk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/StraightTalk)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 8:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/species/819247 "2018-08-08T08:03:17Z")
Both spee-sees and spee-shees are acceptable. How do you pronounce it? --- ## [Is it unusual to not care whether someone likes you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-unusual-to-not-care-whether-someone-likes-you/819065)
**Author:** [@gytalf2000](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gytalf2000)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 4:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-it-unusual-to-not-care-whether-someone-likes-you/819065 "2018-08-08T04:21:10Z")
This has happened to me a few times – a friend or acquaintance will tell me something like, “Hey, that new guy / gal doesn’t particularly care for you.” I just shrug it off, and they will think that it is odd. It has … --- ## [Need (quasi) legal advice about dealing with a f\*\*\*ing moving company](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-quasi-legal-advice-about-dealing-with-a-f-ing-moving-company/817697)
**Author:** [@commasense](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/commasense)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 12:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-quasi-legal-advice-about-dealing-with-a-f-ing-moving-company/817697 "2018-08-08T00:48:54Z")
Our recent move was a complete nightmare. We booked months ago, but after giving us a moving date, the company (a major national van line whose name I may reveal later) called a week in advance to say that they had subco… --- ## [Have you ever been mistaken for another ethnicity or race?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-been-mistaken-for-another-ethnicity-or-race/818550)
**Author:** [@laurieb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/laurieb)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2018, 9:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-been-mistaken-for-another-ethnicity-or-race/818550 "2018-08-07T21:23:01Z")
This has happened to me in the past. I’m German-American, born in West Germany in 1986. Brown hair, brown eyes. I’ve had some random as hell guesses from people as to what ethnicity I am. Some people have mistaken me f… --- ## [Do you know your blood type?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-your-blood-type/818539)
**Author:** [@Leaffan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaffan)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2018, 7:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-your-blood-type/818539 "2018-08-07T19:24:43Z")
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