# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=565 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 566 --- ## [Daily shaving has become optional during my lifetime](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/daily-shaving-has-become-optional-during-my-lifetime/797692)
**Author:** [@Acsenray](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Acsenray)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2017, 5:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/daily-shaving-has-become-optional-during-my-lifetime/797692 "2017-10-09T05:20:41Z")
Back in the 1980s, Don Johnson’s unshaven look became a hot thing for some people, but when I first entered the professional workforce, if you weren’t keeping a beard, it was still the assumption that you would shave eve… --- ## [What will The Straight Dope website be in 5 and in 10 years?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-the-straight-dope-website-be-in-5-and-in-10-years/798017)
**Author:** [@Clarence01](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Clarence01)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2017, 2:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-the-straight-dope-website-be-in-5-and-in-10-years/798017 "2017-10-09T02:27:10Z")
Taking into consideration things like, trends in web technology and culture, and user engagement patterns/trends, and other factors, can you guess how this web site - assuming it continues to exist - will look like in 5 … --- ## [What do you do funny?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-funny/797577)
**Author:** [@Aspidistra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspidistra)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2017, 2:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-funny/797577 "2017-10-09T02:02:01Z")
Martin Sheen famously puts on his jacket funny. Apparently he does this because his left arm has a limited range of motion. I get on a bike funny. I swing my foot forward over the bar, not backward over the seat. I lear… --- ## [Why is Dragon Skin body armor still popular if it failed the Army tests?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-dragon-skin-body-armor-still-popular-if-it-failed-the-army-tests/671912)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 9:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-dragon-skin-body-armor-still-popular-if-it-failed-the-army-tests/671912 "2017-10-08T21:34:41Z")
In reading the wiki about Dragon Skinit seems that it failed time after time in the Army testing, but Pinnacle armor is apparently still doing a good business selling Dragon Skin. These Dragon Skin vests costs thousands… --- ## [Two quick days in Austin - What not to miss?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/two-quick-days-in-austin-what-not-to-miss/798149)
**Author:** [@Southern\_Yankee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Southern_Yankee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 9:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/two-quick-days-in-austin-what-not-to-miss/798149 "2017-10-08T21:18:33Z")
I’ve never been to Austin and I am going down for a quick work trip. I will have most of Sunday, and then Monday evening to explore. I love live music so I am really looking forward to my visit. Also love craft beer and … --- ## [I'm probably going to kill my cat next week. What should I tell my 3 yo granddaughter?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-probably-going-to-kill-my-cat-next-week-what-should-i-tell-my-3-yo-granddaughter/662493)
**Author:** [@MLS](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MLS)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 4:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-probably-going-to-kill-my-cat-next-week-what-should-i-tell-my-3-yo-granddaughter/662493 "2017-10-08T16:55:47Z")
We have a middle-aged cat who simply will NOT stop peeing in places that are not his litter box. We’ve tried everything. This is a neutered cat. He is not “spraying” that I can observe, just doing the normal pee. … --- ## [White people on Facebook advocating for Black peoples issues. Annoying to Blacks?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/white-people-on-facebook-advocating-for-black-peoples-issues-annoying-to-blacks/798289)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 2:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/white-people-on-facebook-advocating-for-black-peoples-issues-annoying-to-blacks/798289 "2017-10-08T14:39:37Z")
Is this something that parallels “White Savior” movies? A question for Black folks: When you see White folks advocating for Black people’s issues (on FB or any other social media), do you find it annoying? --- ## [What will happen if I don't pay a parking ticket issued by a private parking lot?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-happen-if-i-dont-pay-a-parking-ticket-issued-by-a-private-parking-lot/781512)
**Author:** [@Lakai](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lakai)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 2:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-will-happen-if-i-dont-pay-a-parking-ticket-issued-by-a-private-parking-lot/781512 "2017-10-08T14:34:16Z")
I got a $25 ticket for going over the time limit in a private parking lot. At first I thought it was a NYC ticket, but then I noticed the ticket said it was issued by the SP Plus Corporation. Has anyone received a ticke… --- ## [Time to find a new house cleaner?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-to-find-a-new-house-cleaner/798226)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 2:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/time-to-find-a-new-house-cleaner/798226 "2017-10-08T14:05:43Z")
Something kind of weird happened yesterday. My wife and I are still trying to make sense of it. We have a woman who comes to the house every two weeks to do some house cleaning for us – clean the bathrooms, vacuum the ca… --- ## [How does your payday work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-your-payday-work/798101)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 1:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-does-your-payday-work/798101 "2017-10-08T13:23:30Z")
Assuming you have some form of income, whether from a job, a pension, a Publisher’s Clearing House jackpot, a lotto win… regardless of the source, how do you get your money? Poll to follow. --- ## [Can STUDYING comedy lead a person to be funnier?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-studying-comedy-lead-a-person-to-be-funnier/798186)
**Author:** [@Rigamarole](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rigamarole)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 9:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-studying-comedy-lead-a-person-to-be-funnier/798186 "2017-10-08T09:07:08Z")
I realize the question itself is a little absurd, but I think not without merit of consideration. Comedy is such a magical little rascal, it feels almost inherently impervious to scientific tactics. In-depth analysis of… --- ## [Obscure holidays you celebrate](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/obscure-holidays-you-celebrate/797288)
**Author:** [@installLSC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/installLSC)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 8:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/obscure-holidays-you-celebrate/797288 "2017-10-08T08:15:24Z")
While reading this thread, it got me thinking about not-so-common holidays you celebrate. (Define “not common” how you want to.) There are two holidays my coworkers celebrate: Pi Day (March 14)–yes, we eat just pie S… --- ## [Blown Head Gasket? What do you think?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blown-head-gasket-what-do-you-think/798086)
**Author:** [@Gatopescado](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gatopescado)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 4:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/blown-head-gasket-what-do-you-think/798086 "2017-10-08T04:48:43Z")
'71 BMW e10, straight 4. Number one and two cylinders have ZERO compression. 3 and 4 are strong. (Being a fucking BMW, it\* STILL\* runs!) Took off the valve cover and it seems everything is pogoing as it should. No broke… --- ## [Do Dogs Generally Like You?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-dogs-generally-like-you/797784)
**Author:** [@Siam\_Sam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Siam_Sam)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2017, 4:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-dogs-generally-like-you/797784 "2017-10-08T04:40:13Z")
Just curious. Dogs generally like me. I think they may pick up on my fondness for them even when I don’t overtly show it. But a dog will often single me out in a crowd for some attention. --- ## [Seeking info, advice, or suggestions about my baby's seizures](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-info-advice-or-suggestions-about-my-babys-seizures/796852)
**Author:** [@TaraC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TaraC)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 9:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-info-advice-or-suggestions-about-my-babys-seizures/796852 "2017-10-07T21:57:36Z")
Well my daughter Ivy just turned 1 and she started having focal seizures. She was admitted in the hospital and was released the next day on keppro The EEG results came back saying there was some slowing on the right sid… --- ## [How to convince an old lady she can't use wipes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-convince-an-old-lady-she-cant-use-wipes/797906)
**Author:** [@brujaja](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/brujaja)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 9:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-convince-an-old-lady-she-cant-use-wipes/797906 "2017-10-07T21:54:08Z")
Background: I work for the state, caring for elderly people. One of my clients is a big lady with mobility problems. After a disparaging remark from somebody, she decided she needed to use wipes in the bathroom. Thing is… --- ## [Worst "As Seen On TV" Products](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-as-seen-on-tv-products/796309)
**Author:** [@anomalous1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/anomalous1)\ **Replies:** 137\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 5:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-as-seen-on-tv-products/796309 "2017-10-07T17:49:18Z")
Three pointless/crap ones i’ve encountered. 1.) Wax Vac… does not work at all, its the silliest thing. 2.)Shamwow… Towels work better. 3.)Monkey hooks (the curved metal wires that insert into drywall)… These things c… --- ## [psychiatric term for concern for animals over humans?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psychiatric-term-for-concern-for-animals-over-humans/670277)
**Author:** [@dflower](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dflower)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 4:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/psychiatric-term-for-concern-for-animals-over-humans/670277 "2017-10-07T16:57:21Z")
Some people get far more upset over the harm or death of an animal than for a human. They have great anxiety if an animal is mistreated or hurt, way out of proportion to how they react to humans. I have a friend who wi… --- ## [Experience (expecially recent) with Stressless recliners?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/experience-expecially-recent-with-stressless-recliners/798224)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 4:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/experience-expecially-recent-with-stressless-recliners/798224 "2017-10-07T16:47:01Z")
I am considering splurging (and I do mean splurging!) on a Stressless recliner by Ekornes. They start around $2500 and go up probably to around $4000. I have looked at online reviews, and depending on the site, the revie… --- ## [Dopers, what's your stool type on the Bristol Scale?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-whats-your-stool-type-on-the-bristol-scale/797828)
**Author:** [@Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qadgop_the_Mercotan)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dopers-whats-your-stool-type-on-the-bristol-scale/797828 "2017-10-07T16:26:35Z")
Behold, the Bristol Stool Scale! Leading medical authorities rely on it to assess patient health and colon function, particularly in those patients complaining of significant digestive disorders. Types may range widely… --- ## [Small Pockets in Men's Pants](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/small-pockets-in-mens-pants/798061)
**Author:** [@UncleFred](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UncleFred)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 4:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/small-pockets-in-mens-pants/798061 "2017-10-07T16:22:28Z")
Jeans still have small pockets (above the front right pocket) that I assume harken back to pocket watches. And many dress pants have small pockets down inside the front right pocket. That doesn’t seem a practical place f… --- ## [Suggestions: Hurricane Survivor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-hurricane-survivor/798139)
**Author:** [@Wallet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wallet)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-hurricane-survivor/798139 "2017-10-07T15:19:56Z")
My good friend has a possible way to leave Puerto Rico within the next 2 weeks. She’s been w/o power and water since Maria hit - she’s missing part of her roof, has no front door, etc. A relative is trying to get her pla… --- ## [warning...gross toe picture included...warning](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/warning-gross-toe-picture-included-warning/798164)
**Author:** [@congodwarf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/congodwarf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/warning-gross-toe-picture-included-warning/798164 "2017-10-07T14:26:04Z")
toe blech That is a picture of the space between my husband’s little toe and the next toe (is there a name for that space?). The right foot, in that spot, is the only place this happens. It comes and goes. It itches, oc… --- ## [Mouse advice needed](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mouse-advice-needed/798161)
**Author:** [@psychobunny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/psychobunny)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 1:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mouse-advice-needed/798161 "2017-10-07T13:12:00Z")
First, let me say that I have never once seen a mouse or a trace of a mouse around my house. I live in a townhouse, which is a part of a block of 4. It’s not rural, but it does back up to some grass and trees. There are… --- ## [Was this a jerky thing to do?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-this-a-jerky-thing-to-do/797543)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 12:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/was-this-a-jerky-thing-to-do/797543 "2017-10-07T12:11:04Z")
Yeah, I know. If you have to ask… At work, I was in an area that I don’t normally work in to obtain some readings off of a tool. Another employee happens by, sees me, and then abruptly stops me from what I’m trying to d… --- ## [Believe it or not, Joe Rogan and Russell Brand are incredibly intellectual](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/believe-it-or-not-joe-rogan-and-russell-brand-are-incredibly-intellectual/798155)
**Author:** [@EmbarrassingDad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EmbarrassingDad)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 3:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/believe-it-or-not-joe-rogan-and-russell-brand-are-incredibly-intellectual/798155 "2017-10-07T03:49:04Z")
http://podcasts.joerogan.net/podcasts/russell-brand I consider myself to be an intellectual as well, but can hardly keep up with these two great minds. It’s a two hour and twenty minute podcast, but IMHO it’s an incred… --- ## [Karate Massacre](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/karate-massacre/797934)
**Author:** [@Delicious](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Delicious)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2017, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/karate-massacre/797934 "2017-10-07T01:13:48Z")
A hypothetical mass killing: There’s a Karate Master, let’s call him Chopmaster, one day he walks into a crowded concert and karate chops 60 people to death, there’s a panicked stampede to escape and glancing chops that… --- ## [1 in 7 white households has over a million dollars in assets?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/1-in-7-white-households-has-over-a-million-dollars-in-assets/797986)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 11:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/1-in-7-white-households-has-over-a-million-dollars-in-assets/797986 "2017-10-06T23:32:08Z")
I guess I found this hard to believe, because I’d always heard that the boomers only have about $50,000 or so saved for retirement, and the housing bust that just occurred. However housing and the stock market have sup… --- ## [Fraudulent Charges](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fraudulent-charges/798044)
**Author:** [@ivylass](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ivylass)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 11:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fraudulent-charges/798044 "2017-10-06T23:03:33Z")
Last week I got a text from my bank that my card has been used in Indianapolis. I live in Florida and have never stepped foot in Indianapolis, much less bought gas at a Rickers. I had to go through the usual rigamarole… --- ## [Why do credit score companies always choose something around 728 for the person in their ads?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-credit-score-companies-always-choose-something-around-728-for-the-person-in-their-ads/796527)
**Author:** [@RivkahChaya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RivkahChaya)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2017, 10:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-credit-score-companies-always-choose-something-around-728-for-the-person-in-their-ads/796527 "2017-10-06T22:08:18Z")
Whenever I see an add for something like Credit Karma . com, or FreeCreditReport, or whatever, the credit displayed is always right around 728. What’s magical about that number? It’s not perfect-- in fact, it’s more than… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=564) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=566)