# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=732 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 733 --- ## [Vet looking at older dog's liver. Thoughts on why?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vet-looking-at-older-dogs-liver-thoughts-on-why/755697)
**Author:** [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 6:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/vet-looking-at-older-dogs-liver-thoughts-on-why/755697 "2016-06-24T18:54:10Z")
You are not my vet. I have an 8 year old Newfoundland, which is is at the upper end of the age range for the breed. He’s been panting a bit while moving lately, which can be a sign of pain. He’s also reluctant to go u… --- ## [First 'manned' mission to mars crashes on landing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/first-manned-mission-to-mars-crashes-on-landing/758188)
**Author:** [@kanicbird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kanicbird)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 5:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/first-manned-mission-to-mars-crashes-on-landing/758188 "2016-06-24T17:28:40Z")
OK forgiving the non-PC correct term ‘manned’ Scenario: A decent stage malfunction sends their lander crashing to the martian surface. It is clear that they were alive when their lander hit the surface, then assumed th… --- ## [What type of wallet do you have?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-type-of-wallet-do-you-have/254664)
**Author:** [@dnooman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dnooman)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2004, 12:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-type-of-wallet-do-you-have/254664 "2004-07-13T12:41:36Z")
I have one that’s just a bit longer than a bill, and has a bi-fold to it. There’s another flap that folds over the folded halves and makes the wallet complete. Simple bi-folds and tri-folds don’t seem reasonable to me a… --- ## [Does Lexus make good cars?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-lexus-make-good-cars/746153)
**Author:** [@BrianJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BrianJ)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 4:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-lexus-make-good-cars/746153 "2016-06-24T16:42:57Z")
So, my brother is rather blunt in his opinions. He said Lexus are garbage. He likes Acura better… I currently drive a Corolla. I assume since Lexus is basically a higher end Toyota, it should be at least as good as a To… --- ## [Is the worm beginning to turn regarding gun regulation in the U.S.?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-worm-beginning-to-turn-regarding-gun-regulation-in-the-u-s/758150)
**Author:** [@Little\_Pig](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Pig)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 3:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-worm-beginning-to-turn-regarding-gun-regulation-in-the-u-s/758150 "2016-06-24T15:50:19Z")
Seems there may be something happening here, or have I been abusing my stash of Quaaludes… . --- ## [Tears gas defense at The Conventions.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tears-gas-defense-at-the-conventions/758065)
**Author:** [@Little\_Pig](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Pig)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 2:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tears-gas-defense-at-the-conventions/758065 "2016-06-24T14:54:58Z")
Its Political Convention Time in Amerika. Word around the campfire is that to protect oneself from tear gas, wear a vinegar-soaked bandanna and swim goggles. Question. Is this defensive measure effective? Other “home br… --- ## [I need suggestions for my mom's 80th birthday present](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-suggestions-for-my-moms-80th-birthday-present/359069)
**Author:** [@Shirley\_Ujest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shirley_Ujest)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2006, 11:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-suggestions-for-my-moms-80th-birthday-present/359069 "2006-06-02T23:23:19Z")
June 12th is her birthday. The shindig is the 11th. She doesn’t want anything. Doesn’t want a party. Doesn’t want any fuss. She wants to ignore the entire fiasco of this dreaded number. So, I am having people over … --- ## [Apple has fallen way behind in innovation for the Mac and other products](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/apple-has-fallen-way-behind-in-innovation-for-the-mac-and-other-products/757873)
**Author:** [@Aeschines](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aeschines)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 6:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/apple-has-fallen-way-behind-in-innovation-for-the-mac-and-other-products/757873 "2016-06-24T06:51:27Z")
Note: I own a MacBook Pro and plan to get an iPhone as my next phone. I am an Apple customer, just not a fanboy. My latest frustration with Apple came about a month ago when I spilled a small amount of Scotch on my MacB… --- ## [Tracking: at postoffice ready for pickup. WTF?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tracking-at-postoffice-ready-for-pickup-wtf/758137)
**Author:** [@kayaker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kayaker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 3:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tracking-at-postoffice-ready-for-pickup-wtf/758137 "2016-06-24T03:30:05Z")
I place an order with Amazon and was supposed to receive the items yesterday. I was surprised/disappointed when there were only bills in my mailbox. Tracking says: June 22, 2016 , 8:03 am Out for Delivery FORD CITY… --- ## [Dual Agency for a property rental?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dual-agency-for-a-property-rental/758191)
**Author:** [@tuesdayweld](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tuesdayweld)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 2:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dual-agency-for-a-property-rental/758191 "2016-06-24T02:59:50Z")
I’m in the process of finding a new residential property to rent. Found a place I am interested in. The owner of the property has a real estate firm showing/handling the transaction. When I requested a copy of the lease … --- ## [Ladies Facial Fuzz, Yea/Nay](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-facial-fuzz-yea-nay/758117)
**Author:** [@Drunky\_Smurf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Drunky_Smurf)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2016, 2:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ladies-facial-fuzz-yea-nay/758117 "2016-06-24T02:29:38Z")
Poll coming so don’t go throwing your pancakes at the 7-11 guy and just give me a second geez. What is up my fellow people\* with hair. (And not just the kind on the top of your head, if you know what I mean, yowzers wow… --- ## [Results of my car depreciation research](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/results-of-my-car-depreciation-research/758119)
**Author:** [@Boyo\_Jim](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Boyo_Jim)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/results-of-my-car-depreciation-research/758119 "2016-06-23T23:05:09Z")
General: my numbers come from KBB.com. I chose 8 sedans that I might be interested in buying. For all used prices, I selected “purchased in excellent condition from private party”. New prices are MSRP. Trim lines and … --- ## [What do you do: your baby is going to have Huntington's disease](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-your-baby-is-going-to-have-huntingtons-disease/625934)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 10:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-do-your-baby-is-going-to-have-huntingtons-disease/625934 "2016-06-23T22:47:28Z")
You are a carrier for Huntington’s disease. You will not develop the disease but could pass it on to your children (50% chance each child). Well, you are (or your wife is) pregnant, and doing your due diligence, the pr… --- ## [Any licensed merchandise that isn't overpriced garbage?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-licensed-merchandise-that-isnt-overpriced-garbage/757848)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 9:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-licensed-merchandise-that-isnt-overpriced-garbage/757848 "2016-06-23T21:22:18Z")
Walk into any retail store, and you will see various merchandise with the logo of a TV show, sports team, movie, or video game on it. They are almost always at a ridiculous markup, and are inferior to their cheaper coun… --- ## [Think my drawings are worth anything?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/think-my-drawings-are-worth-anything/757459)
**Author:** [@T-Minus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/T-Minus)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/think-my-drawings-are-worth-anything/757459 "2016-06-23T20:56:35Z")
https://imgur.com/gallery/nT02z Not these drawings in particular, people say I can draw professionally, but I don’t know. What do you all think? I have some digital drawings too but it’s hard to get them while on my pho… --- ## [What is the deal with all these home healthcare companies?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-deal-with-all-these-home-healthcare-companies/758157)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 7:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-deal-with-all-these-home-healthcare-companies/758157 "2016-06-23T19:38:25Z")
They all seem to be always hiring, and desperate for workers. No matter where I go, I always see signs from one of these companies looking for workers. I also never hear about any of the companies growing. They always s… --- ## [Personal Hypotheses](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/personal-hypotheses/758173)
**Author:** [@Sage\_Rat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sage_Rat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 7:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/personal-hypotheses/758173 "2016-06-23T19:24:11Z")
Anyone have any hypotheses that they think could be scientifically confirmed, but which you are not in a position to actually do the sciencing yourself? (Try to exclude any hypotheses that are liable to kick off GD/Pit t… --- ## [Anybody familiar with MSI computers?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-familiar-with-msi-computers/758092)
**Author:** [@Chefguy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chefguy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 5:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-familiar-with-msi-computers/758092 "2016-06-23T17:04:10Z")
I need to replace my laptop, but it seems that the only laptops that get decent reviews are gaming models. Other than the extra cost, I don’t really care if it supports gaming or not, as I’m past all that. The one I’ve s… --- ## [Need insurance company recommendations (and suggestions for switching)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-insurance-company-recommendations-and-suggestions-for-switching/758141)
**Author:** [@Infovore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Infovore)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-insurance-company-recommendations-and-suggestions-for-switching/758141 "2016-06-23T16:03:53Z")
Here’s the deal: We’ve been with the same insurance company for our homeowner’s and vehicle insurance for many years, and recently added an umbrella liability policy. I don’t love the company and don’t hate it–they are w… --- ## [What makes someone a "real" democrat or republican?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-someone-a-real-democrat-or-republican/758111)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-someone-a-real-democrat-or-republican/758111 "2016-06-23T16:03:06Z")
I’ve seen this insult launched a lot at various candidates, that they aren’t a “real” democrat or republican. What makes you a “real” party member? --- ## [Inheritance and Bank Accounts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/inheritance-and-bank-accounts/757981)
**Author:** [@Oddball\_92](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Oddball_92)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/inheritance-and-bank-accounts/757981 "2016-06-23T14:00:28Z")
Here is a scenario (In Texas) John’s father died and left him $1m cash John is married to Linda. Linda is a forceful, frivolous, money hungry, greedy, person who just cant wait to get hold of John’s inheritance. John … --- ## [Old advert of fridge- what's this mean?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-advert-of-fridge-whats-this-mean/757944)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2016, 1:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/old-advert-of-fridge-whats-this-mean/757944 "2016-06-23T01:07:05Z")
This is the advertisement, probably from a magazine. On the right side, between the words “refrigerator” and “$10.00” are the words “like cut”. It probably meant something to greatgrandpa, but I’ve no clue. --- ## [Did YouTube change for anyone else?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-youtube-change-for-anyone-else/758009)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 11:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-youtube-change-for-anyone-else/758009 "2016-06-22T23:50:31Z")
You Tube looks all weird to me. It doesn’t looks like a redesign since some windows are going off the page. It’s chrome which is Google like YouTube is so it would be weird if there was a compatibility issue. Anyone else… --- ## [Can inheritance ever go smoothly?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-inheritance-ever-go-smoothly/754704)
**Author:** [@Urbanredneck](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Urbanredneck)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 11:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-inheritance-ever-go-smoothly/754704 "2016-06-22T23:16:04Z")
We all have stories about how when someone dies the family has this big battle over inheritance but I have to ask, has anyone ever seen an inheritance where all parties left satisfied with no bitter feelings? --- ## [Testifying in a divorce trial: upside/downside](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/testifying-in-a-divorce-trial-upside-downside/758015)
**Author:** [@HMS\_Irruncible](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HMS_Irruncible)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 10:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/testifying-in-a-divorce-trial-upside-downside/758015 "2016-06-22T22:29:30Z")
I’m in an odd position in which my friend’s ex is being held in contempt for not paying child support per divorce decree (after 15 years). Father is fighting it. Friend has asked me to testify to the fact that Father… --- ## [should AI be purely logical](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-ai-be-purely-logical/758051)
**Author:** [@drewder](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/drewder)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 10:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-ai-be-purely-logical/758051 "2016-06-22T22:02:28Z")
I was watching the show human and it made me wonder. If you designed an artificial intelligence is it better to create it with emotions or should it be perfectly logical. It seems to me that a perfectly logical AI would … --- ## [Job hopping - value or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/job-hopping-value-or-not/757628)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 8:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/job-hopping-value-or-not/757628 "2016-06-22T20:05:23Z")
I’ve had two different employers throughout my career. 9 years at the first one, and now 20 years at my second one. I steadily advanced with both companies and am very satisfied with my job/career/occupation. Througho… --- ## [Does this count as littering?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-this-count-as-littering/757160)
**Author:** [@scoots](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scoots)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 6:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-this-count-as-littering/757160 "2016-06-22T18:25:51Z")
You’re eating a bunch of grapes in a forest. You finish all the grapes and are left with the twiggy bit so you drop it on the ground. I would say no. You’re just adding more wood to what is already a very woody situatio… --- ## [What would you do in this situation?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-you-do-in-this-situation/757777)
**Author:** [@bellybean](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bellybean)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 11:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-you-do-in-this-situation/757777 "2016-06-22T11:32:53Z")
So, let’s say you want to take a vacation on your own. You want to meet locals, so you decide to go with Airbnb, renting a room instead of a whole apartment. You get to the apartment and meet the host, who tells you tha… --- ## [What is the best health insurance for newly arrived elderly immigrants?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-best-health-insurance-for-newly-arrived-elderly-immigrants/757234)
**Author:** [@Gozu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gozu)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2016, 4:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-best-health-insurance-for-newly-arrived-elderly-immigrants/757234 "2016-06-22T04:15:57Z")
Hi all, this is a bit of a niche question but I’ll ask anyways: My elderly parents (mom is 60 and dad is 71) have just moved to the USA and are not eligible for medicare (you’re only eligible if you’ve worked over 40 tr… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=731) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=733)