# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=669 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 670 --- ## [Help me Pimp my wife's new Kitchen Aid Mixer.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pimp-my-wifes-new-kitchen-aid-mixer/775628)
**Author:** [@Little\_Pig](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Pig)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 2:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pimp-my-wifes-new-kitchen-aid-mixer/775628 "2016-12-27T14:54:44Z")
I ordered a Classic Plus Kitchen Aid White Mixer for the Little Lady for Xmas, and after using it she lamented that she wanted a mixer that was Canary Yellow. I need to PIMP the mixer to get me out of the dog house. As a… --- ## [My keyboard remapped itself? In a weird sort of way? WTF? Help?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-keyboard-remapped-itself-in-a-weird-sort-of-way-wtf-help/775665)
**Author:** [@Don\_t\_Panic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Don_t_Panic)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 2:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-keyboard-remapped-itself-in-a-weird-sort-of-way-wtf-help/775665 "2016-12-27T14:42:00Z")
My keyboard seems to have remapped itself. Ï have no idea what happened. Most keys are fine, but some are wonky. Let’s see. The alphabet is fine: abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz My “enter” key is messed up, giving me this:\< … --- ## [How often do you check in at SDMB?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-often-do-you-check-in-at-sdmb/749172)
**Author:** [@Zeldar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zeldar)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 2:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-often-do-you-check-in-at-sdmb/749172 "2016-12-27T14:39:29Z")
To try to get a feel for who all are “regulars” here and who all just browse occasionally here’s a little poll to get quick answers and (if you wish) longer ones about your Dope Habits. One choice. Your name will appear… --- ## [Military strength: Japan vs the EU](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/military-strength-japan-vs-the-eu/775589)
**Author:** [@Flyer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Flyer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 5:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/military-strength-japan-vs-the-eu/775589 "2016-12-27T05:51:31Z")
I was browsing Quora, and came across an unusual question that wasn’t answered well, so I thought I would bring it to the Dope’s attention. In the event that Japan and the EU went to war with each other, who would win? … --- ## [Help with care package for acquaintance in hospital...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-with-care-package-for-acquaintance-in-hospital/775638)
**Author:** [@Rhiannon8404](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhiannon8404)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 3:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-with-care-package-for-acquaintance-in-hospital/775638 "2016-12-27T03:58:53Z")
A young woman I know who is a fellow volunteer at my animal shelter was admitted to the hospital Christmas Eve with complications due to her lupus. Last night I had the gift shop send up a Christmas bouquet and a stuffed… --- ## [Who here has had/has a Keeshond(dog)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-here-has-had-has-a-keeshond-dog/775578)
**Author:** [@Brodi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Brodi)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 1:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-here-has-had-has-a-keeshond-dog/775578 "2016-12-27T01:36:49Z")
I’ve been trying to narrow down the search for Next Dog TM and these sound interesting. They are in the size range I like and don’t seem to have issues with aggression. What was/is your dog like? --- ## [What is the worst looking capital city in Western Europe?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-worst-looking-capital-city-in-western-europe/775353)
**Author:** [@femmejean](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/femmejean)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-worst-looking-capital-city-in-western-europe/775353 "2016-12-26T23:45:50Z")
If we take the definition of Western Europe to be the following countries here. Having traveled to a few, I would have to say Dublin in the Republic of Ireland is the least appealing. The nature and forestry is extremel… --- ## [Angela Merkel and immigrants](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/angela-merkel-and-immigrants/775633)
**Author:** [@ric62](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ric62)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 4:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/angela-merkel-and-immigrants/775633 "2016-12-26T16:28:11Z")
I would assume that Angela Merkel’s has some humanitarian reasons for letting immigrants into the German country and the rest of Europe. But I am also wondering that she is thinking the German economic engine needs more … --- ## [What's the longest you've ever gone without carrying any cash?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-longest-youve-ever-gone-without-carrying-any-cash/774705)
**Author:** [@Asimovian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asimovian)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 5:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-the-longest-youve-ever-gone-without-carrying-any-cash/774705 "2016-12-26T05:53:05Z")
Nothing deep behind this one. My office has a number of vending machines scattered throughout. Most of them take credit cards (a modern-day miracle itself, in my eyes), but the one nearest me only takes plain old cash mo… --- ## [Why does Greek Mythology figure in quizzes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-greek-mythology-figure-in-quizzes/775613)
**Author:** [@Nansbread1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nansbread1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 1:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-does-greek-mythology-figure-in-quizzes/775613 "2016-12-26T01:17:28Z")
Its a set of mythological stories. Almost every culture has their own set of mythologies. So Why does only Greek mythology figure so heavily in western TV quizzes. --- ## [Is there a healthcare bubble?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-healthcare-bubble/775550)
**Author:** [@Mrdeals](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mrdeals)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-healthcare-bubble/775550 "2016-12-25T23:34:24Z")
Was thinking about this over the past couple days, i’m sure i’m not the only one to question it, but i haven’t really seen any reports on it. It seems that the majority of this healthcare is coming online now to support… --- ## [Person you know whose personality differs most from stereotypes of his/her appearance?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/person-you-know-whose-personality-differs-most-from-stereotypes-of-his-her-appearance/775512)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 11:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/person-you-know-whose-personality-differs-most-from-stereotypes-of-his-her-appearance/775512 "2016-12-25T23:06:00Z")
The difference can be positive or negative, as can the stereotype (eg “well built dudes are stupid” is just as valid for this as “people with glasses are smart”). --- ## [Is there a causal link between age and bad mood?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-causal-link-between-age-and-bad-mood/775529)
**Author:** [@MichaelEmouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MichaelEmouse)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 9:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-causal-link-between-age-and-bad-mood/775529 "2016-12-25T21:26:21Z")
We’re familiar with the trope of the grumpy old man. Is there some significant correlation between people getting older and their mood worsening? If so, what are the social/psychological/neurological mechanisms that con… --- ## [Does some have to accompany me when I leave a hospital?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-some-have-to-accompany-me-when-i-leave-a-hospital/775405)
**Author:** [@Denny12572](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Denny12572)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 4:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-some-have-to-accompany-me-when-i-leave-a-hospital/775405 "2016-12-25T04:51:37Z")
I’m scheduled to have surgery at a New York City hospital and was told that someone must pick me up on the day after surgery when I’ll be “discharged.” I don’t have anyone who could pick me up and have been told that I’… --- ## [Just received a package from Amazon and don't know why. Can I trace it back?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-received-a-package-from-amazon-and-dont-know-why-can-i-trace-it-back/775398)
**Author:** [@janeslogin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/janeslogin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 12:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-received-a-package-from-amazon-and-dont-know-why-can-i-trace-it-back/775398 "2016-12-25T00:08:06Z")
Just received two cookbooks from Amazon. And don’t know why. Can I trace the shipment backwards? --- ## [Legal question re: traffic signals (hypothetical, do not need answer fast)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-question-re-traffic-signals-hypothetical-do-not-need-answer-fast/774919)
**Author:** [@Roland\_Orzabal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roland_Orzabal)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 8:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/legal-question-re-traffic-signals-hypothetical-do-not-need-answer-fast/774919 "2016-12-24T20:59:34Z")
Here in Virginia, there’s a statute that prohibits cutting through private or public property (e.g. a parking lot) to avoid a stoplight or other traffic control device. I imagine most if not all states have something sim… --- ## [Divorce issue - stolen 401K](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/divorce-issue-stolen-401k/775198)
**Author:** [@erpa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/erpa)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 8:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/divorce-issue-stolen-401k/775198 "2016-12-24T20:53:44Z")
A friend is going through a messy divorce, aren’t they all? Before learning of the divorce, she learned that he had dissolved her 401K. She took no action on it an a year later he decided to leave her, so it’s been abo… --- ## [I watch DVDs. Does that make me a Luddite?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-watch-dvds-does-that-make-me-a-luddite/775288)
**Author:** [@Spoons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spoons)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 6:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-watch-dvds-does-that-make-me-a-luddite/775288 "2016-12-24T18:25:27Z")
I recently caught up with my sister, who is married to a guy who is a techno-geek. If it’s new, and has to do with technology, he’s into it. As far as I’m concerned, he’s a great guy and cuts me slack for my tech prefe… --- ## [Reason for flaking on a date - is this typical?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/reason-for-flaking-on-a-date-is-this-typical/775258)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 5:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/reason-for-flaking-on-a-date-is-this-typical/775258 "2016-12-24T17:09:36Z")
So I asked out a woman (let’s call her Laura) on a date - old-fashioned conversation over dinner at a restaurant, etc. - and she said yes. This is a woman I had known for several months, so we were to a certain acquainte… --- ## [Most lucrative/best summer job for professional](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/most-lucrative-best-summer-job-for-professional/775319)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Smithee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alan_Smithee)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 4:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/most-lucrative-best-summer-job-for-professional/775319 "2016-12-24T16:47:20Z")
I’m a teacher. A pretty new teacher. I love teaching, but of course, the pay isn’t the best. One of the benefits, though, is two months off every summer. What can I do with that time? Tutoring and teaching summer school… --- ## [Zap! You're Santa Claus](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/zap-youre-santa-claus/775483)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 4:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/zap-youre-santa-claus/775483 "2016-12-24T16:30:03Z")
The Flying Spaghetti Monster, in her infinite ennui, is amused by the current festivities and extends a noodly appendage and gifts you with the power of Santa. You may reach into any suitable space and draw forth a gift-… --- ## [Ever forgot where you parked?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-forgot-where-you-parked/775380)
**Author:** [@Urbanredneck](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Urbanredneck)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 4:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-forgot-where-you-parked/775380 "2016-12-24T16:02:12Z")
Have you? Say you went into a shopping mall but forgot what entrance? Or been at a ball game and forgot which area you parked? My worse story, I was flying out of the airport, it was at night, I was in a hurry, and f… --- ## [Christmas gift for the mailman](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/christmas-gift-for-the-mailman/775323)
**Author:** [@wolfman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfman)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/christmas-gift-for-the-mailman/775323 "2016-12-24T15:19:06Z")
I don’t see any recent threads on this, so I was curious what the trend is these days. Do you leave a little Christmas cash for the mailman or maillady? --- ## [Recommend me a URL logger](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-me-a-url-logger/775495)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 12:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-me-a-url-logger/775495 "2016-12-24T12:45:31Z")
I’m using Google Chrome and want a log of every URL Chrome accesses. This is primarily to catch malware. I could install a proxy server, but that seems excessive. Is there a simpler route? --- ## [Recommend a bluetooth MP3 player](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-a-bluetooth-mp3-player/775327)
**Author:** [@Casey1505](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Casey1505)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 8:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-a-bluetooth-mp3-player/775327 "2016-12-24T08:27:35Z")
Looking for a good mp3 player with Bluetooth capability in the $60 or less range. 4g is plenty but 8g would be nice. I don’t need a lot of features, I basically just want to listen to a playlist or library while hiking… --- ## [Smart-Ass replies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smart-ass-replies/774834)
**Author:** [@Lumpy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lumpy)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 1:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/smart-ass-replies/774834 "2016-12-24T01:59:35Z")
I had a doctor’s appointment today and one of the standard questions they ask you is “do you feel safe in your home?”. I answered in the affirmative, but a few moments later wished I’d dared to reply “Oh yeah, I’ve got b… --- ## [Are there dog biscuits that's...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-dog-biscuits-thats/775488)
**Author:** [@SigMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SigMan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 12:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-there-dog-biscuits-thats/775488 "2016-12-24T00:44:19Z")
as good as dinner? My little boy loves his Milk Bones but he ignores his food in the dish. I feed him 4-5 star dog foods but he’d rather wait for the biscuits. Even when I cut back on his biscuits he’ll wait. His dish w… --- ## [Can North Carolina citizens sue for impeachment?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-north-carolina-citizens-sue-for-impeachment/775406)
**Author:** [@jtur88](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jtur88)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-north-carolina-citizens-sue-for-impeachment/775406 "2016-12-24T00:17:45Z")
Is there any constitutional power vested in the citizenry to sue for impeachment of its legislators, on grounds of dereliction of sworn duty? The state has clearly admitted that it is considering HB2 not on the grounds … --- ## [Recommend a replacement for Picasa?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-a-replacement-for-picasa/775331)
**Author:** [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 9:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-a-replacement-for-picasa/775331 "2016-12-23T21:15:08Z")
My old laptop finally crapped out, so bye-bye Picasa, which wasn’t all that great anyway. Now I need a decent but simple desktop program for photos. Simple tools are all I need: crop, contrast, etc. Nothing complex like … --- ## [Do I need to reformat movies for my phone?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-need-to-reformat-movies-for-my-phone/775445)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 8:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-i-need-to-reformat-movies-for-my-phone/775445 "2016-12-23T20:46:59Z")
I have several Christmas movies on my PC. I’d like to move a few to my phone. So I can watch them at my mom’s house. They are mp4’s. 720p resolution I could run them through Handbrake using the default phone profile … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=668) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=670)