# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=537 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 538 --- ## [What's The Worst You've Ever Been Injured By An Animal?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-worst-youve-ever-been-injured-by-an-animal/805524)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-worst-youve-ever-been-injured-by-an-animal/805524 "2018-01-03T18:36:39Z")
I’ve had my share of bites and scratches from dogs and cats, nothing worse than some localized pain and swelling, the odd bit of blood, but have never needed to go to the emergency room. Oddly enough, back in the day my… --- ## [Unpopular opinions you hold?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/unpopular-opinions-you-hold/787007)
**Author:** [@femmejean](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/femmejean)\ **Replies:** 382\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2018, 4:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/unpopular-opinions-you-hold/787007 "2018-01-03T16:33:45Z")
Simple thread; share your most unpopular opinions with other dopers. Let’s not get in too much of a fight :smiley: --- ## [What is with the 'teacup' dog mania?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-with-the-teacup-dog-mania/453766)
**Author:** [@scrambledeggs](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scrambledeggs)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2018, 9:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-with-the-teacup-dog-mania/453766 "2018-01-03T09:42:01Z")
Looking at classifieds and advertisements for purebred pups, I notice a good number are again ‘obsessed’ seemingly with bragging about how ‘small’ the pups are, in particular, they use the term ‘teacup’, the smallest typ… --- ## [LinkedIn‎](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/linkedin/801566)
**Author:** [@papaw](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/papaw)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2018, 8:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/linkedin/801566 "2018-01-03T08:17:00Z")
Not much use to me as a retired old guy, but is LinkedIn‎ worth anything to people? --- ## [Damn winter: Water line question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/damn-winter-water-line-question/805708)
**Author:** [@phall0106](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/phall0106)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 11:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/damn-winter-water-line-question/805708 "2018-01-02T23:06:25Z")
I have a half bath downstairs that I’m having a heck of a time keeping the lines unfrozen. It’s a weird set up with bathroom having been built over a concrete slab and the water lines run over the slap, through the outs… --- ## [Shoplifting hypothetical](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shoplifting-hypothetical/805616)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 9:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shoplifting-hypothetical/805616 "2018-01-02T21:33:09Z")
My wife and I were in a Penney’s store at a mall this afternoon, looking for a pair of gloves for her. She found a pair she liked (mittens, actually) and we went to a register to pay for them. The guy scanned them, looke… --- ## [Handedness and stirring direction](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/handedness-and-stirring-direction/558014)
**Author:** [@panache45](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/panache45)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/handedness-and-stirring-direction/558014 "2018-01-02T15:47:52Z")
I’m right-handed, and it’s more natural for me to stir something counter-clockwise. How about you? (Damn, this was supposed to be a poll, but I screwed up.) --- ## [Has shoe quality been going down, are there still good walking or running shoes](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-shoe-quality-been-going-down-are-there-still-good-walking-or-running-shoes/804834)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-shoe-quality-been-going-down-are-there-still-good-walking-or-running-shoes/804834 "2018-01-02T15:37:38Z")
I know there have been several ‘name a good shoe’ threads, and I’ve posted in a few. But I used to love the New Balance 927 and 928 model. However my last pair sucked and are causing me leg and ankle pain. I Never had t… --- ## [Facebook, what would you call the phenomena?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/facebook-what-would-you-call-the-phenomena/805624)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 3:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/facebook-what-would-you-call-the-phenomena/805624 "2018-01-02T15:34:39Z")
When something like Facebook comes along with such mass appeal that it becomes a part of the worlds social structure what would you call this. Not a revolution, seems bigger than a fad or a craze. Is there a good word th… --- ## [recommendations please for a wireless modem to replace Comcast](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommendations-please-for-a-wireless-modem-to-replace-comcast/805678)
**Author:** [@China\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/China_Guy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 10:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommendations-please-for-a-wireless-modem-to-replace-comcast/805678 "2018-01-02T10:27:24Z")
Tired of paying Comcast for their modem rental. I live in a 4,000 sq ft two story house. Need wireless modem recommendations that is Comcast/Xfinity certified, will provide good wireless throughout the house, support up… --- ## [Can I buy wholesale cigarettes from another state? (Wisconsin)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-buy-wholesale-cigarettes-from-another-state-wisconsin/805658)
**Author:** [@Mrdeals](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mrdeals)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 3:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-buy-wholesale-cigarettes-from-another-state-wisconsin/805658 "2018-01-02T03:09:50Z")
My store is located in Wisconsin, I have the proper permits and license to sell tobacco products. I regularly work with a distributor in Missouri (super cheap cigarettes) I looked at all my paperwork and all I can find… --- ## [Cryptocurrency algorithms](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cryptocurrency-algorithms/805494)
**Author:** [@RaftPeople](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RaftPeople)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 1:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cryptocurrency-algorithms/805494 "2018-01-02T01:11:03Z")
I was just reading about Litecoin using scrypt to try to make it ASIC resistant and then the subsequent ASIC’s that went on the market for that algorithm. Seems like anything that is done to tweak an algorithm one direc… --- ## [What is your mind?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-mind/805671)
**Author:** [@SeniorCitizen007](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SeniorCitizen007)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2018, 12:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-mind/805671 "2018-01-02T00:20:48Z")
If males are asked this question the response is often a gesture towards their genital area before attempting an answer… --- ## [Should I tell a single mother I've been dating her KIDS are the reason I want to break up?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-tell-a-single-mother-ive-been-dating-her-kids-are-the-reason-i-want-to-break-up/805362)
**Author:** [@Lizard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lizard)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2018, 11:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-tell-a-single-mother-ive-been-dating-her-kids-are-the-reason-i-want-to-break-up/805362 "2018-01-01T23:43:16Z")
I’m no dummy, and I’m not pretending to be the “good guy” here, so I’m aware this thread may make me appear to be selfish. So be it. Here’s the story: I’ve been dating a woman for about 4.5 months. She’s kind of moody a… --- ## [Liberals hanging with Conservatives](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/liberals-hanging-with-conservatives/804815)
**Author:** [@Cumberdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cumberdale)\ **Replies:** 182\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2018, 4:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/liberals-hanging-with-conservatives/804815 "2018-01-01T16:39:46Z")
Lame title, I know. I’ve been watching Sarah Silverman’s I Love You, America and find I am really enjoying it. Her stand-up has always been hit or miss for me but this show is great. It got me thinking that often I wil… --- ## [I would like to know what everyone thinks of this Yale thing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-would-like-to-know-what-everyone-thinks-of-this-yale-thing/736984)
**Author:** [@Mr.Nylock](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Nylock)\ **Replies:** 160\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2018, 5:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-would-like-to-know-what-everyone-thinks-of-this-yale-thing/736984 "2018-01-01T05:21:12Z")
I’m seeing a lot of discussion about this on the web, but I don’t really know any of those people very well so I’m wondering what Dopers think about it all. I will provide very basic context, but refrain from going into… --- ## [Humanity lasts for 1-10 million years. Where do you think we'd be?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/humanity-lasts-for-1-10-million-years-where-do-you-think-wed-be/805538)
**Author:** [@XT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/XT)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2018, 3:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/humanity-lasts-for-1-10-million-years-where-do-you-think-wed-be/805538 "2018-01-01T03:53:45Z")
Let’s say that our species lasts for a minimum of 1 million years to, say, 10 million years. That’s a pretty decent run, though not extraordinary as a lot of species have lasted in that range and several have lasted an … --- ## [Chapman, Loyola Marymount or Calarts grads - advice needed.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chapman-loyola-marymount-or-calarts-grads-advice-needed/798441)
**Author:** [@China\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/China_Guy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2018, 2:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chapman-loyola-marymount-or-calarts-grads-advice-needed/798441 "2018-01-01T02:00:18Z")
Took the eldest Chinette on the West coast University tour. She’s deep into art and already did RISD, Parsons and Pratt in the spring, with a bonus tour of 3 weeks intensive summer class at Parsons. Then we did a whirlw… --- ## [Nook vs. Kindle. Should the status of B&N be a consideration?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nook-vs-kindle-should-the-status-of-b-n-be-a-consideration/805512)
**Author:** [@FlikTheBlue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlikTheBlue)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 9:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nook-vs-kindle-should-the-status-of-b-n-be-a-consideration/805512 "2017-12-31T21:41:00Z")
I’m thinking about buying an e reader and have been comparing the various Nook and Kindle models. I’m leaning towards a Nook Glowlight 3, but it is a close decision compared to the Kindle Oasis. One thing I have been t… --- ## [Help this Texas native not worry about driving home New Years days...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-this-texas-native-not-worry-about-driving-home-new-years-days/805580)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 7:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-this-texas-native-not-worry-about-driving-home-new-years-days/805580 "2017-12-31T19:49:01Z")
Currently in Tulsa, will be driving home NY day. Weather man says zero precipitation, still though, makes me kind of nervous. What happens if I hit a patch of ice going 70mph? Am I being overly paranoid? --- ## [Good winter gloves.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-winter-gloves/805521)
**Author:** [@wolfman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfman)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 5:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-winter-gloves/805521 "2017-12-31T17:53:36Z")
This morning, as I once again stood out in under 10 degree weather shoveling snow I finally accepted the fact that my 20 year old great winter work gloves, aren’t anymore. The insulation has worn and clumped to the point… --- ## [Bunion splints: helpful for postponing surgery and/or alleviating pain?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bunion-splints-helpful-for-postponing-surgery-and-or-alleviating-pain/789721)
**Author:** [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 1:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bunion-splints-helpful-for-postponing-surgery-and-or-alleviating-pain/789721 "2017-12-31T13:30:21Z")
I inherited my mother’s family feet: she, her sisters, mother and close cousins all have bunions, where the big toe is misaligned where it joins your foot. I’ve been told most of my life - including by podiatrists - tha… --- ## [Do garbage men get holidays?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-garbage-men-get-holidays/805292)
**Author:** [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 9:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-garbage-men-get-holidays/805292 "2017-12-31T09:57:41Z")
It seem whenever there’s a holiday, there is no trash collection on the holiday & all the rest of the normal pickups are pushed back a day, with the normal Friday pickup on Saturday. With today’s (& next weeks holidays)… --- ## ["Trippin" and "Triflin": these aren't synonyms are they?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trippin-and-triflin-these-arent-synonyms-are-they/805594)
**Author:** [@carlotta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carlotta)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 6:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trippin-and-triflin-these-arent-synonyms-are-they/805594 "2017-12-31T06:17:39Z")
At work today a younger coworker (31) playfully teased on older coworker (60) about a minor mistake and said “you trippin!” and then followed up to say “you triflin!” Older coworker was happy to go along with “trippin” b… --- ## [Would you be okay with your teens doing drugs if they paid for it fully with a part job?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-okay-with-your-teens-doing-drugs-if-they-paid-for-it-fully-with-a-part-job/805568)
**Author:** [@rastafarian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rastafarian)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 5:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-okay-with-your-teens-doing-drugs-if-they-paid-for-it-fully-with-a-part-job/805568 "2017-12-31T05:59:39Z")
And could hypothetically function normally as to not interrupt their studies and work? I’m 20 and got a job in December before I left for holidays. My extreme anti-drug parents said that so long as I don’t steal and ass… --- ## [How big a factor is UV light for cataracts? Should I wear sunglasses?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-big-a-factor-is-uv-light-for-cataracts-should-i-wear-sunglasses/805618)
**Author:** [@jharvey963](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jharvey963)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 5:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-big-a-factor-is-uv-light-for-cataracts-should-i-wear-sunglasses/805618 "2017-12-31T05:57:34Z")
Is it proven that UV light causes cataracts? Do sunglasses block UV light? My optometrist says I’m developing cataracts. I hike in the high desert Southwest every morning for 2 hours without sunglasses. Is this causi… --- ## [Opinions on "My Pillow"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-my-pillow/805517)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 2:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-on-my-pillow/805517 "2017-12-31T02:14:14Z")
Please share your experiences with the product known as “My Pillow”. Is it better than your typical pillow? Is it worth the money? Or, is it nothing special? --- ## [Does consumer selectiveness perform a useful function for the economy in itself?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-consumer-selectiveness-perform-a-useful-function-for-the-economy-in-itself/805573)
**Author:** [@SamuelA](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SamuelA)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 12:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-consumer-selectiveness-perform-a-useful-function-for-the-economy-in-itself/805573 "2017-12-31T00:07:07Z")
Suppose you have an economy where you have 3 groups of people. Underclass, workers, aristocrats. The underclass are people who don’t have a skill in demand at the moment, or who are unable to work. The workers do all … --- ## [The 48 Laws of Power: Which one is your favorite?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-48-laws-of-power-which-one-is-your-favorite/803714)
**Author:** [@DkTrdGuy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DkTrdGuy)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2017, 12:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-48-laws-of-power-which-one-is-your-favorite/803714 "2017-12-31T00:02:54Z")
My all time favorite book is The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene. Here’s a list of the 48 laws: http://www.elffers.com/low/start/index2.html My favorite is Law 33 - Discover each man’s thumbscrew. I’m obsessed with… --- ## [Anyone pre-paying their property tax?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-pre-paying-their-property-tax/805440)
**Author:** [@Llama\_Llogophile](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Llama_Llogophile)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2017, 4:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-pre-paying-their-property-tax/805440 "2017-12-30T16:38:24Z")
I’ve read several articles today about people in several states who may benefit from paying their 2018 property taxes now because of the new law that was just passed. Apparently the amount one can deduct has been capped … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=536) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=538)