# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=549 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 550 --- ## [Girl Scouts: "Girls don't owe you a hug"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/girl-scouts-girls-dont-owe-you-a-hug/802484)
**Author:** [@FloatyGimpy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FloatyGimpy)\ **Replies:** 92\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 12:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/girl-scouts-girls-dont-owe-you-a-hug/802484 "2017-11-26T00:04:55Z")
It seems like such a simple, non-controversial message: Girls have the right to decide who gets to touch them. I mean that’s just common sense and one way to protect them against sexual abuse, right? So why is facebook f… --- ## [Retirement: fantasy vs reality](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/retirement-fantasy-vs-reality/802405)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 11:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/retirement-fantasy-vs-reality/802405 "2017-11-25T23:35:36Z")
A sizeable percentage of folks here are retired. I’d like to ask how have your experiences of being retired aligned with your expectations? Has it been any different than you anticipated? Have your perceptions/opinions r… --- ## [Edward Jones](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/edward-jones/802639)
**Author:** [@Getchyou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Getchyou)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 9:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/edward-jones/802639 "2017-11-25T21:55:02Z")
I’m currently using Edward Jones to manage investments I’m 65 retired and not very knowledgeable on investments. What the pros or cons about using Edward Jones, is their specific things I should look out for or should I … --- ## [Legal Q regarding state law versus constition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-q-regarding-state-law-versus-constition/802646)
**Author:** [@EmbarrassingDad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EmbarrassingDad)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 3:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-q-regarding-state-law-versus-constition/802646 "2017-11-25T15:38:42Z")
\*Constitution Here in Louisiana, around 2012-2013, I was late on my car insurance a few times. I always paid it, and the company was always able to continue my policy without lapse. However, they were also required to … --- ## [How many people can actually afford advanced veterinary diagnositics, specialists and procedures?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-people-can-actually-afford-advanced-veterinary-diagnositics-specialists-and-procedures/802598)
**Author:** [@Brodi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Brodi)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 3:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-many-people-can-actually-afford-advanced-veterinary-diagnositics-specialists-and-procedures/802598 "2017-11-25T15:13:50Z")
I’m talking about MRIs, CT scans, chemo, trips to specialists (oncologist, neurologist, etc)? I’ve got people on FB that talk about Fluffy or Fido’s chemo, major surgeries, etc and I’m just wondering what percentage of … --- ## [Holiday entertainment for small groups with a toddler](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/holiday-entertainment-for-small-groups-with-a-toddler/802629)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 5:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/holiday-entertainment-for-small-groups-with-a-toddler/802629 "2017-11-25T05:39:41Z")
For Thanksgiving, we had just my dtr/SIL/2.5 y.o. granddtr for dinner. Very pleasant, but we were kinda stuck on what to do after dinner. Our house isn’t terribly childproofable, tho the kid isn’t destructive. And she… --- ## [Celebrating TGiving Eve?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/celebrating-tgiving-eve/802301)
**Author:** [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 10:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/celebrating-tgiving-eve/802301 "2017-11-24T22:47:00Z")
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Eve, one of the biggest drinking holidays (at least in my neck of the woods). I love Thanksgiving Eve. No gift giving to worry about, the roads/weather is usually OK, seasonal beers are great, e… --- ## [Why don't people like the south?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-dont-people-like-the-south/802010)
**Author:** [@CastletonSnob](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CastletonSnob)\ **Replies:** 190\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 10:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-dont-people-like-the-south/802010 "2017-11-24T22:39:12Z")
You don’t hear southerners talking about how much they dislike northerners. --- ## [Investment Question - US Government Thrift Savings Plan](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/investment-question-us-government-thrift-savings-plan/802606)
**Author:** [@Bear\_Nenno](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bear_Nenno)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 10:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/investment-question-us-government-thrift-savings-plan/802606 "2017-11-24T22:37:48Z")
I’m asking this in IMHO as I think it will eventually veer off into opinion based answers, and I’d like to welcome that input as well. But I’m also curious for an unbiased, factual comparison between the return rates sho… --- ## [100% chance at $1.08M or 97% at $36M?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/100-chance-at-1-08m-or-97-at-36m/802402)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Shine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr_Shine)\ **Replies:** 120\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 9:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/100-chance-at-1-08m-or-97-at-36m/802402 "2017-11-24T21:41:44Z")
Another risk adversity question. For all you hypothetical pokers, please assume that this is on the level and I have motives that are my own for offering it. Add in any supplemental details and reframe how you like to m… --- ## [Will the child sexual harassment charges against VP Biden be revived?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-the-child-sexual-harassment-charges-against-vp-biden-be-revived/802539)
**Author:** [@Mangosteen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangosteen)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 7:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-the-child-sexual-harassment-charges-against-vp-biden-be-revived/802539 "2017-11-24T19:34:49Z")
This guy is an absolute creep to say the least. These tapes have been around for awhile, just like the stories of Harvey Weinstein’s sexual haressment of women, but now people are saying enough is enough, let’s go after… --- ## [Modern Christians: how to reconcile Old Testament with New?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/modern-christians-how-to-reconcile-old-testament-with-new/802206)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 6:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/modern-christians-how-to-reconcile-old-testament-with-new/802206 "2017-11-24T18:33:08Z")
let me say up front that my intent here is not to troll or belittle folks that subscribe to a faith-based belief system. As a self-described agnostic, I don’t pretend to be a better person for my own (lack of) conviction… --- ## [Trouble with my Graphics Card](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trouble-with-my-graphics-card/802608)
**Author:** [@ethelbert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ethelbert)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 6:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/trouble-with-my-graphics-card/802608 "2017-11-24T18:05:06Z")
Recently my graphics card appears to have gone south. My computer (a self made desktop about 5 years old) suddenly reverted to the stock generic graphics. The graphics card is an ATI Radeon HD 4250. I have reinstalled th… --- ## [Getting the sticky glue off the floor after removing old vinyl tile](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-the-sticky-glue-off-the-floor-after-removing-old-vinyl-tile/802585)
**Author:** [@DummyGladHands](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DummyGladHands)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 5:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-the-sticky-glue-off-the-floor-after-removing-old-vinyl-tile/802585 "2017-11-24T17:52:02Z")
Any hints? Have to do this horrible job? Couldn’t I just cover it with paint or something??? --- ## [Thanksgiving season ... good or bad for you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thanksgiving-season-good-or-bad-for-you/802179)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Quatro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr_Quatro)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 5:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thanksgiving-season-good-or-bad-for-you/802179 "2017-11-24T17:29:41Z")
Is Thanksgiving season good or bad for you? Many return home to the nest for a home cooked meal to parents and grand parents and brothers and sisters to family and friends. Many dine out alone or with others if they ca… --- ## [Weird damage that happened to my London Fog hardside suitcase: Any similar experiences?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weird-damage-that-happened-to-my-london-fog-hardside-suitcase-any-similar-experiences/802579)
**Author:** [@Spectre\_of\_Pithecanthropus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spectre_of_Pithecanthropus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 5:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weird-damage-that-happened-to-my-london-fog-hardside-suitcase-any-similar-experiences/802579 "2017-11-24T17:09:03Z")
Back in early August I got a new three-piece set of London Fog hardside spinners. (Spinner: a type of suitcase with four wheels that can turn in any direction.) A couple of weeks after that, I took the two smaller piec… --- ## [Disposing of historical records - 2000 sermons](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/disposing-of-historical-records-2000-sermons/801987)
**Author:** [@DrForrester](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrForrester)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/disposing-of-historical-records-2000-sermons/801987 "2017-11-24T16:14:11Z")
Inspired by this thread, I thought I’d expand on my comments, but didn’t want to hijack that thread, hence this one. A little background: I am an atheist. I try very hard not to proselytize, as I find that less than he… --- ## [SD on Low Testosterone](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sd-on-low-testosterone/539991)
**Author:** [@Meatros](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Meatros)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 8:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sd-on-low-testosterone/539991 "2017-11-24T08:02:16Z")
What’s the straight dope on low testosterone? Lately I’ve been reading a lot about ‘andropause’ and how low testosterone can effect the quality of life in men, usually starting at the age of 40, but sometimes much younge… --- ## [Is Using The Feminine Version Of Professional Titles (e.g. Seamstress, Actress) Falling Out Of Favor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-using-the-feminine-version-of-professional-titles-e-g-seamstress-actress-falling-out-of-favor/802228)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 4:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-using-the-feminine-version-of-professional-titles-e-g-seamstress-actress-falling-out-of-favor/802228 "2017-11-24T04:18:24Z")
I don’t hear the word “comedienne” any more, my understanding being that the comedy industry has collectively stopped using that word, and just prefers “comedian,” regardless of the sexual identity of the performer. I be… --- ## [What’s wrong with my wife’s 2010 Acura MDX?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-s-wrong-with-my-wife-s-2010-acura-mdx/802173)
**Author:** [@USCDiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/USCDiver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 2:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-s-wrong-with-my-wife-s-2010-acura-mdx/802173 "2017-11-24T02:25:59Z")
My wife drives a 2010 AWD Acura MDX with about 150k miles on it. The other day while coming home from picking our daughter up from school she called me and said it was shifting weird and maybe revving too high. So when s… --- ## [Will the sexual harassment charges against Trump get revived?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-the-sexual-harassment-charges-against-trump-get-revived/802523)
**Author:** [@John\_Mace](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_Mace)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2017, 1:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-the-sexual-harassment-charges-against-trump-get-revived/802523 "2017-11-24T01:44:53Z")
With all the men being brought down due to charges of sexual harassment (or worse), wouldn’t it seem that Trump’s accusers would get another shot at being heard? We needn’t get into criminal charges (especially since he… --- ## [Do you give an excuse when saying no to mall kiosk/samplers?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-give-an-excuse-when-saying-no-to-mall-kiosk-samplers/696627)
**Author:** [@Sir\_T-Cups](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sir_T-Cups)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 7:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-give-an-excuse-when-saying-no-to-mall-kiosk-samplers/696627 "2017-11-23T19:29:06Z")
Because of poor life choices, I have been working at my local Teavana for almost a year now and, as those who have been in a mall will know, part of my job is to stand in front of the store and ask everyone under the sun… --- ## [Will my car insurance cover this?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-my-car-insurance-cover-this/802485)
**Author:** [@Mrdeals](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mrdeals)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 6:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/will-my-car-insurance-cover-this/802485 "2017-11-23T18:56:43Z")
Obviously I know you can’t see my insurance policy, but I want to have some idea of My chances before I call on Friday. I have comprehensive insurance, plus loan/lease payoff. I purchased this car 3 months ago, (used … --- ## [What are the legal implications of signing for a package that doesn't belong to you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-legal-implications-of-signing-for-a-package-that-doesnt-belong-to-you/802352)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 5:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-legal-implications-of-signing-for-a-package-that-doesnt-belong-to-you/802352 "2017-11-23T17:23:13Z")
My custom bass was due to be delivered today. I took off work and have been by the front door anxiously waiting. Even turned on the porch light at dusk. I had checked UPS tracking a couple times. I checked it again at 6… --- ## [What car should I get?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-car-should-i-get/802259)
**Author:** [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-car-should-i-get/802259 "2017-11-23T15:47:49Z")
My poor Subaru Outback has given up the ghost. Repairs cost more than I’m willing to put into a 10 year old car. Here’s what I would like: Late model used Wagon or crossover $25,000 or less Prefer manual transmissio… --- ## [Did you ever learn to make change this way?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-ever-learn-to-make-change-this-way/801873)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 2:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-you-ever-learn-to-make-change-this-way/801873 "2017-11-23T14:20:38Z")
You’re a cashier. I’m the customer. My purchase comes to $7.35. I hand you a $10 bill and you ring it up. The cash drawer pops open, and without doing any advance calculations (or looking at the screen, if there is one),… --- ## [Whom would you sue? (Las Vegas shooting victims)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whom-would-you-sue-las-vegas-shooting-victims/802332)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whom-would-you-sue-las-vegas-shooting-victims/802332 "2017-11-23T03:58:51Z")
Suppose you or a loved one were a victim of the Las Vegas shootings in October. Once the shock and grief have subsided, you naturally think of who was to blame, and then you possibly think of suing. Hundreds of the actu… --- ## [Seeking cat socialization advice (long)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-cat-socialization-advice-long/802387)
**Author:** [@Licentious\_Ectomorph](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Licentious_Ectomorph)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 3:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-cat-socialization-advice-long/802387 "2017-11-23T03:18:57Z")
Two years ago I adopted an adult male cat named Charlie from a rescue organization. They estimated his age to be seven, but they didn’t know his history, and a cat’s age can’t really be determined with much precision. Fo… --- ## [Medical question: was this a seizure?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-was-this-a-seizure/802398)
**Author:** [@biometricks](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/biometricks)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2017, 1:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/medical-question-was-this-a-seizure/802398 "2017-11-23T01:43:50Z")
About six-months ago while sleeping my father-in-law started loudly making noises and talking (I’m not sure if it was intelligible or gibberish as I wasn’t there), but was completely unresponsive and couldn’t be woken up… --- ## [Getting my (immigrant) wife with no credit history a credit card?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-my-immigrant-wife-with-no-credit-history-a-credit-card/503651)
**Author:** [@gitfiddle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gitfiddle)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2009, 6:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-my-immigrant-wife-with-no-credit-history-a-credit-card/503651 "2009-07-23T06:50:43Z")
My wife and I are establishing ourselves back here in the US. She now has a good job, and we have a steady place to live, etc. etc. While we are in no rush to get her a credit card, she will need a credit history for t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=548) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=550)