# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=672 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 673 --- ## [Help w/simple explanation of contract paragraph](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-w-simple-explanation-of-contract-paragraph/774710)
**Author:** [@IaMoDiNaRy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/IaMoDiNaRy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 9:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-w-simple-explanation-of-contract-paragraph/774710 "2016-12-16T21:51:38Z")
I’m hoping someone can help me with this… If someone can explain in simple terms what this means in regards to the self storage facility’s responsibility to “notify” the occupant before stored items can be sent to auctio… --- ## [How well do you think you could weather a "bad break"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-well-do-you-think-you-could-weather-a-bad-break/774438)
**Author:** [@monstro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/monstro)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-well-do-you-think-you-could-weather-a-bad-break/774438 "2016-12-16T20:55:18Z")
America is Failing the Bad Break Test I’m curious how you would rate yourself on the Bad Break Test. Let’s say you got into a bad car accident tomorrow and you were out of commission for, let’s say, a few months. How… --- ## [Can I sue my governor/state government for wasting taxpayer money on passing unconstitutional laws?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-sue-my-governor-state-government-for-wasting-taxpayer-money-on-passing-unconstitutional-laws/774821)
**Author:** [@Zyada](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyada)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 7:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-sue-my-governor-state-government-for-wasting-taxpayer-money-on-passing-unconstitutional-laws/774821 "2016-12-16T19:49:12Z")
Oh, the joys of being a Texan. Not only did our state pass a de-facto anti-abortion law that didn’t make it through the Supreme Court, it regularly defends laws that violate separation of church & state. Of course, you… --- ## [Loving something so much it hurts?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/loving-something-so-much-it-hurts/774838)
**Author:** [@hacim3002](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hacim3002)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 6:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/loving-something-so-much-it-hurts/774838 "2016-12-16T18:48:39Z")
hey! I remember being a little kid and watching this movie over and over, it was like my favorite movie ever at the time and I loved it so much that it made me cry when I watched it. same thing happened with bands and bo… --- ## [Curious if any women have blood phobias](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/curious-if-any-women-have-blood-phobias/774806)
**Author:** [@JcWoman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JcWoman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 6:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/curious-if-any-women-have-blood-phobias/774806 "2016-12-16T18:37:19Z")
The other day I had a minor medical procedure that required a brief blood draw. For whatever reason, the phlebotomist decided to use a different kind of needle, and she warned me to look away if I hated the sight of blo… --- ## [Have you ever attended a same-sex wedding? Would you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-attended-a-same-sex-wedding-would-you/774611)
**Author:** [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-attended-a-same-sex-wedding-would-you/774611 "2016-12-16T17:01:40Z")
Having attended two in the past year (my sister and SIL, and two male friends), I was just wondering. --- ## [Multiple Shots by BB Gun?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/multiple-shots-by-bb-gun/774795)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 4:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/multiple-shots-by-bb-gun/774795 "2016-12-16T16:56:57Z")
My wife and I were watching an old show of the 1970’s (not that the era affects my question). In one scene, a boy pops off several shots with a BB gun without reloading. While he did cock the gun between each and every s… --- ## [Security Briefings](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/security-briefings/774701)
**Author:** [@Fotheringay-Phipps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fotheringay-Phipps)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 2:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/security-briefings/774701 "2016-12-16T14:59:51Z")
So Trump seems to have attracted some criticism for forgoing most of the daily security briefings that presidents usually get. I’m no expert on these matters, but it seems to me that Trump’s approach makes sense. How mu… --- ## [Stock market crash and lost lives question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stock-market-crash-and-lost-lives-question/774616)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Quatro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr_Quatro)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 1:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/stock-market-crash-and-lost-lives-question/774616 "2016-12-16T01:50:36Z")
Okay I did a little research and found this: August 30, 2002 Dear Cecil, After the 1929 stock market crash, did investors really jump out of windows? You can read Cecil’s answer on the provided link … Wall Street a… --- ## [Pitbull people: does your doggie have a coat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pitbull-people-does-your-doggie-have-a-coat/772904)
**Author:** [@Jennshark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jennshark)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 1:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pitbull-people-does-your-doggie-have-a-coat/772904 "2016-12-16T01:26:51Z")
I’m new to the pittie world, I’m wondering if my guy with extremely short hair (like crushed velvet) needs an outdoor jacket. He seems kind of cold now that the weather is in the 40s. He comes inside and heads right for… --- ## ["When's Your Last Ticket, Sir?"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whens-your-last-ticket-sir/774790)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 1:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whens-your-last-ticket-sir/774790 "2016-12-16T01:23:31Z")
I received a warning two months prior to receiving a ticket. Otherwise, I have a clean record. When I appear in court and the judge asks “when was your last ticket?”, should I make mention of the warning? Two friends, b… --- ## [Colon cancer test question (NSFW)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colon-cancer-test-question-nsfw/774669)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 11:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colon-cancer-test-question-nsfw/774669 "2016-12-15T23:35:14Z")
Why can’t I just use the stuff on the toilet paper? The first official recognition of my 50th birthday was a colon cancer test pack. Whee! I’ve dutifully read the instructions and they seem a little odd to me. Note is m… --- ## [Anyone use Cologaurd?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-cologaurd/774321)
**Author:** [@Little\_Pig](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Pig)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 11:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-cologaurd/774321 "2016-12-15T23:24:15Z")
Cologaurd. Anyone talk to their physician about using this product or have actually used it? Do tell. --- ## [Not having to worry about money...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/not-having-to-worry-about-money/773878)
**Author:** [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 10:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/not-having-to-worry-about-money/773878 "2016-12-15T22:27:05Z")
Ivanka and her $10K bangle bracelet keep rattling around in my brain. What is it like to be able to spend that kind of money on a little sparkly?? Heck, what is it like to look at a menu in a restaurant and not care ab… --- ## [Is Designthespace a reputable site to order from?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-designthespace-a-reputable-site-to-order-from/774736)
**Author:** [@The\_Man\_In\_Black](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Man_In_Black)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 10:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-designthespace-a-reputable-site-to-order-from/774736 "2016-12-15T22:12:54Z")
So, I am remodeling my den, and am looking for wood paneling for the walls. I see some things that are ok at lowe’s, but not really what I want. On Google, I found the site https://www.designthespace.com, that has some… --- ## [Any one here wear a navy peacoat or army surplus gear and...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-one-here-wear-a-navy-peacoat-or-army-surplus-gear-and/774543)
**Author:** [@Dale\_Sams](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dale_Sams)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 9:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-one-here-wear-a-navy-peacoat-or-army-surplus-gear-and/774543 "2016-12-15T21:29:45Z")
(assuming you never served)…get the impression some people think you did serve? I’ve worn some variety of such for decades, but only recently have I got the impression that some people are thinking I served and are…looki… --- ## [Doggie advice?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doggie-advice/774651)
**Author:** [@Deanna\_D](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deanna_D)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 9:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doggie-advice/774651 "2016-12-15T21:19:37Z")
I adopted an absolutely adorable Border Terrier earlier this year, and I’m having a little grooming dilemma I hope someone can help with. Seems that Border Terriers aren’t the type of dog you can just take into PetSmart… --- ## [The Impossible-To-Shop-For Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-impossible-to-shop-for-thread/773657)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 8:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-impossible-to-shop-for-thread/773657 "2016-12-15T20:59:19Z")
We all have at least one person who is impossible to shop for. Most of my family is easy. Mom is a crafter and always enjoys jewelry and beading books. My siblings and nieces and nephews, also easy. Dad, not so much: … --- ## [How to be at peace when NOT making progress?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-be-at-peace-when-not-making-progress/774397)
**Author:** [@Mr.Insaneo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Insaneo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 8:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-be-at-peace-when-not-making-progress/774397 "2016-12-15T20:19:52Z")
I’m doing strength training and I’ve reached a weight that I’m satisfied with for both conventional squat and conventional deadlift. It took about 2-3 months of straight, consistent progression. I’ve been maintaining t… --- ## [Spokane, WA?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spokane-wa/774548)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 6:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spokane-wa/774548 "2016-12-15T18:30:02Z")
I’m a product of the 1970’s, and I have always known Spokane, WA to be pronounced with a long “a”. Somewhere along the line, this evolved into a short “a” even though the name ends with an “e” which would indicate a long… --- ## [iPAD Screen Shots?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ipad-screen-shots/774785)
**Author:** [@Jinx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jinx)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 6:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ipad-screen-shots/774785 "2016-12-15T18:08:12Z")
Can you take screen shots with the Apple iPAD? If so, is it the same method as taking screen shots with an iPhone, holding the “home” and “off” buttons simultaneously? However it’s done, or not, please advise… --- ## [What are your qualifications?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-qualifications/774113)
**Author:** [@SUZ\_MAC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SUZ_MAC)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 2:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-qualifications/774113 "2016-12-15T14:36:26Z")
Calling all clever people. Ben Carson was selected for Secretary of Housing and Urban Development based on the qualification that he grew up in government housing. In light of this, tell me which position you are quali… --- ## [Am I being scammed by this shipper?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-being-scammed-by-this-shipper/774706)
**Author:** [@Greg\_Charles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Greg_Charles)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 2:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-being-scammed-by-this-shipper/774706 "2016-12-15T14:10:31Z")
I ordered a set of Christmas ornaments three weeks ago, and have yet to receive them. I emailed their customer support last Friday (12/9) saying to cancel my order if they hadn’t shipped yet. I was assured the order had … --- ## [Sleeping Giants: doing my part to fuck Breitbart](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sleeping-giants-doing-my-part-to-fuck-breitbart/774756)
**Author:** [@Budget\_Player\_Cadet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Budget_Player_Cadet)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 1:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sleeping-giants-doing-my-part-to-fuck-breitbart/774756 "2016-12-15T13:53:04Z")
Basically, people are starting to remind companies that their public relations might not be best-served by placing ads on a white nationalist hate website. A similar campaign run by the people behind Gamergate seriou… --- ## [Kasich' abortion decision](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kasich-abortion-decision/774698)
**Author:** [@greenmario](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/greenmario)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 6:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kasich-abortion-decision/774698 "2016-12-15T06:07:26Z")
So Kasich seems to drawn the ire of both sides of the abortion debate by vetoing the heartbeat bill (roughly 6 weeks) and signing a 20 week bill. I hesitate to call this a compromise, since he only rejected the heartbe… --- ## [What Do People Think When They See My Peace Sign?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-people-think-when-they-see-my-peace-sign/774667)
**Author:** [@Jim\_B](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jim_B)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 5:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-people-think-when-they-see-my-peace-sign/774667 "2016-12-15T05:15:48Z")
I am not ashamed to admit, I am just a couple of years shy of 50. I also am proud of the fact I was born in the late 60’s. Just barely, but still. But certainly not old enough to remember them, of course. Anyways, I do … --- ## [Anybody here have a TiVo Bolt?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-here-have-a-tivo-bolt/774688)
**Author:** [@Wheelz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wheelz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 4:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-here-have-a-tivo-bolt/774688 "2016-12-15T04:24:55Z")
Thinking of upgrading from my 6-year-old Series 4. It’s shown signs of its age and I’d rather move on before it fails altogether. The 6 tuners and 4K compatibility are big selling points, but the thing ain’t cheap. And t… --- ## [How do you pronounce it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-pronounce-it/773731)
**Author:** [@Biggirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biggirl)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 3:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-pronounce-it/773731 "2016-12-15T03:25:35Z")
Budapest or Budapesht? Kiper Belt or Kuiper Belt? Houseton or Hyouston? Van Wick or Van Whyk? The last two are kind of New York specific. Me, I pronounce them all the first way. What pronunciation controversies are going… --- ## [Criminal Traffic Court ----- What can I expect?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/criminal-traffic-court-what-can-i-expect/774556)
**Author:** [@Mrdeals](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mrdeals)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 2:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/criminal-traffic-court-what-can-i-expect/774556 "2016-12-15T02:46:57Z")
I got a letter in the mail today saying I have a mandatory court appearance scheduled for January regarding my recent “out tail lamp on commercial vehicle”…I’m not kidding… I’ve never gone to court in my life, and I am … --- ## [What would the psychological effects of 'time travel' be?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-the-psychological-effects-of-time-travel-be/774528)
**Author:** [@femmejean](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/femmejean)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2016, 2:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-the-psychological-effects-of-time-travel-be/774528 "2016-12-15T02:13:29Z")
Scientists have debated time travel however this thread isn’t about the psychics of time travel, paradoxes (Grandfather Paradox) or whether it’s possible or not. It’s more about how the human mind would function being ta… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=671) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=673)