# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=748 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 749 --- ## [Comcast will cut my bill if I add home security?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/comcast-will-cut-my-bill-if-i-add-home-security/754752)
**Author:** [@Hampshire](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hampshire)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 1:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/comcast-will-cut-my-bill-if-i-add-home-security/754752 "2016-05-15T13:09:57Z")
My Comcast bill has grown over the years and I’m now paying over $250/mo. for cable (2 hd boxes, 1 dvr, hbo, local sports), internet, and phone. I’ve not had much luck dropping the rate since local sports and Game of Th… --- ## [Is there such a thing as a "functional" painkiller addict? Is lifelong addiction terrible?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-such-a-thing-as-a-functional-painkiller-addict-is-lifelong-addiction-terrible/754723)
**Author:** [@carlotta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carlotta)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 10:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-such-a-thing-as-a-functional-painkiller-addict-is-lifelong-addiction-terrible/754723 "2016-05-15T10:24:47Z")
Disclaimer: Not an opioid addict! Not “asking for a friend”! Have had one opioid (morphine) one time in medically appropriate situation in hospital. Liked that the pain went away (a bit), did not get high. This ques… --- ## [Difficult Decision](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/difficult-decision/754651)
**Author:** [@quantumleap2016](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/quantumleap2016)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2016, 12:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/difficult-decision/754651 "2016-05-15T00:24:03Z")
I am thinking about quitting my job. I realized that it was not my calling long time ago. Therefore I have started a couple of projects that will help me transition. On top of that the job triggers the PTSD (from a ch… --- ## [Am I the only one who does this?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-who-does-this/470142)
**Author:** [@puddleglum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puddleglum)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 11:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-who-does-this/470142 "2016-05-14T23:42:05Z")
The first time I got floaties in my eyes I was concerned something bad was happening and when I found out everyone gets them it made me feel so much better. I have never told anyone this before and I don’t know if other… --- ## [Did anyone have a close family member stop talking to you?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-have-a-close-family-member-stop-talking-to-you/754242)
**Author:** [@Lakai](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lakai)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 9:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-have-a-close-family-member-stop-talking-to-you/754242 "2016-05-14T21:42:29Z")
I am not talking about a situation where you slowly drift away over time to the point where your only communication is a happy birthday text message. I am talking about a situation where someone actively started to avoi… --- ## [Editing/Changing a textbook size document](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/editing-changing-a-textbook-size-document/754705)
**Author:** [@sitchensis](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sitchensis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 3:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/editing-changing-a-textbook-size-document/754705 "2016-05-14T15:53:26Z")
I was able to get a college textbook that I want to use in one of my classes. It’s available under a creative commons license. I would like to edit the book to reflect my students better. I want to take out some chapter… --- ## [Why is it suddenly in fashion to learn foreign languages?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-it-suddenly-in-fashion-to-learn-foreign-languages/754595)
**Author:** [@Maastricht](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Maastricht)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 10:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-it-suddenly-in-fashion-to-learn-foreign-languages/754595 "2016-05-14T10:21:42Z")
My guess is some company has developed a language course app or program and set up an agressive marketing campaign. I see that ad with those two bearded guys all the time. The beauty of the ad is that they make it a com… --- ## [Does equality squash creativity?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-equality-squash-creativity/754635)
**Author:** [@Nansbread1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nansbread1)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 3:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-equality-squash-creativity/754635 "2016-05-14T03:04:01Z")
Imagine a future where every person on planet earth gets exactly the same money, house, standard of living etc etc. Its all controlled by a super efficient united nations that ensures every one has exactly the same level… --- ## [Auto Question, starter sticks](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/auto-question-starter-sticks/754708)
**Author:** [@HoneyBadgerDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HoneyBadgerDC)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 2:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/auto-question-starter-sticks/754708 "2016-05-14T02:27:12Z")
Looking for opinions from other mechanics. I am a retired mechanic myself but a little frustrated. I have a 1988 for truck with a 302 engine. The starters in these trucks do not have a starter solenoid all of the power … --- ## [Mystery packages delivered -- theories?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mystery-packages-delivered-theories/754632)
**Author:** [@Dingbang](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dingbang)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 12:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mystery-packages-delivered-theories/754632 "2016-05-14T00:43:25Z")
My brother-in-law is receiving packages of items that he did not order, he’s not billed for, and there’s no clue who is sending them. Help me solve this mystery. The tale starts with my BIL buying a moderately priced dr… --- ## [What would Bill Clinton's title be if Hillary gets elected?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-bill-clintons-title-be-if-hillary-gets-elected/754453)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2016, 12:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-would-bill-clintons-title-be-if-hillary-gets-elected/754453 "2016-05-14T00:27:37Z")
I want to say “First Gentleman”. What would the media call him? --- ## [High-end vs low-end cameras](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/high-end-vs-low-end-cameras/752983)
**Author:** [@Flyer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Flyer)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 11:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/high-end-vs-low-end-cameras/752983 "2016-05-13T23:19:08Z")
AKA–overkill for basic circumstances. AKA #2–when is it enough? In this thread: Drum God is in a position of overkill–he uses a DSLR for simple, basic family photos. And yet he worries that he needs even more: filt… --- ## [Worst smells in the world](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-smells-in-the-world/754622)
**Author:** [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 10:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/worst-smells-in-the-world/754622 "2016-05-13T22:22:31Z")
The inverse of this thread Coffee Vomit Skunk --- ## [Best Smells in the World](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-smells-in-the-world/754603)
**Author:** [@ivylass](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ivylass)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 10:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-smells-in-the-world/754603 "2016-05-13T22:09:42Z")
Night-blooming jasmine Gardenias Fresh baked bread, straight out of the oven (especially when you baked it yourself) Babies --- ## [Dealing with people who want to stare you down and intimidate you.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dealing-with-people-who-want-to-stare-you-down-and-intimidate-you/684506)
**Author:** [@Gateway](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gateway)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dealing-with-people-who-want-to-stare-you-down-and-intimidate-you/684506 "2016-05-13T21:48:48Z")
When people stare heavily at you in a way in order to try to dominate or to try to intimidate or something like that, I don’t know what my best option is. It is annoying. I feel like to look away is to ‘lose,’ to ‘be les… --- ## [Money doesn't buy happiness; neither do relationships?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/money-doesnt-buy-happiness-neither-do-relationships/754598)
**Author:** [@GlowingDarkness](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GlowingDarkness)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 8:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/money-doesnt-buy-happiness-neither-do-relationships/754598 "2016-05-13T20:30:55Z")
I think people simply this too much. Neither money does not buy happiness. Of course people say that family and friends buy it which is completely false IMO as well. Both of these are simply objects. How they are used i… --- ## [Did the tow truck driver who refused to help a handicapped Sanders supporter violate any laws?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-tow-truck-driver-who-refused-to-help-a-handicapped-sanders-supporter-violate-any-laws/753993)
**Author:** [@Sampiro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sampiro)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 7:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-tow-truck-driver-who-refused-to-help-a-handicapped-sanders-supporter-violate-any-laws/753993 "2016-05-13T19:51:23Z")
If you’re not familiar with the story, you can read it here or here. Short version: A young woman was involved in a minor collision on the interstate in Asheville, NC. She was not hurt but her car could not be driven. … --- ## [What is a job you can show up drunk or high at and not get in trouble](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-job-you-can-show-up-drunk-or-high-at-and-not-get-in-trouble/754449)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 6:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-a-job-you-can-show-up-drunk-or-high-at-and-not-get-in-trouble/754449 "2016-05-13T18:18:55Z")
I was listening to a band, when I read a comment on youtube that one of the members was fired for always showing up drunk. I thought that was considered almost mandatory for a musician to show up to work either drunk or … --- ## [I don't understand how this shipping policy works](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-understand-how-this-shipping-policy-works/754633)
**Author:** [@JcWoman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JcWoman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 6:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-understand-how-this-shipping-policy-works/754633 "2016-05-13T18:04:01Z")
Say you are an online shop selling widgets for $10.00 each and they weigh 1 pound. You’ve done the homework and figured out that the average shipping cost for one widget is $5.00. You then decide to do what other selle… --- ## [How would Trump's muslim ban be implemented?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-trumps-muslim-ban-be-implemented/754550)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 6:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-trumps-muslim-ban-be-implemented/754550 "2016-05-13T18:00:39Z")
Set aside the political/moral indignity associated with this plan, and help me understand how it would actually be implemented. Muslims are adherents of the Islamic religion. They are not a race or an ethnic background… --- ## [Why are people so opposed to affordable housing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-people-so-opposed-to-affordable-housing/754392)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 2:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-people-so-opposed-to-affordable-housing/754392 "2016-05-13T14:39:01Z")
Here in Portland, ME we are having a housing shortage. We have developers who are ready to build, and there is plenty of demand for new housing. But no matter what part of the city somebody wants to build in, the exist… --- ## [PBS show about Yemen](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pbs-show-about-yemen/754646)
**Author:** [@stosh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/stosh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 1:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pbs-show-about-yemen/754646 "2016-05-13T13:44:41Z")
I watched this show about the civil war in Yemen and what it’s like for the regular guy. I learned a few things; #1-It sucks to be the little guy with a family who just wants to get by. #2-All these Muslims are killing… --- ## [What makes a great VRBO/ airbnb experience?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-a-great-vrbo-airbnb-experience/754602)
**Author:** [@fisha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fisha)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 10:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-makes-a-great-vrbo-airbnb-experience/754602 "2016-05-13T10:30:09Z")
I have listed my personal home on VRBO for rental. It is located on a lake and has a lot of appeal. It is getting a lot of inquiries, and I’ve upped my prices twice. (The goal is to rent it out to pay mortgage+taxes-abo… --- ## [Do you have a parent/relative in Assisted Living?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-parent-relative-in-assisted-living/754551)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 9:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-parent-relative-in-assisted-living/754551 "2016-05-13T09:35:13Z")
If so, how are you paying for it? I’d be interested in the thought/event process that led to your parent or relative moving to an Assisted Living (or other) facility. What happened to their home/apartment and all the s… --- ## [Why do taxpayers always get stuck with the bill for arenas?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-taxpayers-always-get-stuck-with-the-bill-for-arenas/754643)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 8:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-taxpayers-always-get-stuck-with-the-bill-for-arenas/754643 "2016-05-13T08:09:03Z")
Sports teams are private businesses, and should just pay for their own facilities. Here in Portland, the Pirates left town, and the Cumberland County taxpayers now have to foot the bill for the arena. Taxpayers Spent $… --- ## [Should I adopt a stray cat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-adopt-a-stray-cat/754525)
**Author:** [@nesta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nesta)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 6:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-adopt-a-stray-cat/754525 "2016-05-13T06:51:26Z")
For the last month or so I’ve noticed a white, long haired cat wandering my neighborhood. Stray cats aren’t a rare sight since my subdivision was carved out of farmland and my back yard abuts a cornfield. I’ve always t… --- ## [Did I make a mistake with the soffit color?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-i-make-a-mistake-with-the-soffit-color/754613)
**Author:** [@Mdcastle](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mdcastle)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 3:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-i-make-a-mistake-with-the-soffit-color/754613 "2016-05-13T03:37:18Z")
Here’s my house. The new siding will be a reddish semi-transparent stain. I picked brown soffits to blend into the dark brown roof and not draw attention to the metal parts of the house even though the trim and windows … --- ## [Would you be put off by this help wanted ad?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-put-off-by-this-help-wanted-ad/754641)
**Author:** [@ratatoskK](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ratatoskK)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 2:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-put-off-by-this-help-wanted-ad/754641 "2016-05-13T02:16:51Z")
There is a help-wanted ad in our subway that simply says the following in large letters (with the name of the company). Would you be put off or offended by that phraseology? WE’RE NOT HIRING YES-MEN --- ## [If HRC is elected POTUS, who was the most influential on her becoming POTUS?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-hrc-is-elected-potus-who-was-the-most-influential-on-her-becoming-potus/754572)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2016, 1:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-hrc-is-elected-potus-who-was-the-most-influential-on-her-becoming-potus/754572 "2016-05-13T01:38:32Z")
So who would you say should get the most credit for her becoming POTUS, assuming she is elected? Bill Clinton Chelsea Clinton Barack Obama Donald Trump Hugh Rodham Eleanor Roosevelt Ross Perot ??? I’m going with Ross … --- ## [Hey, Mister. Ya wanna buy a lawn mower?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-mister-ya-wanna-buy-a-lawn-mower/754401)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2016, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hey-mister-ya-wanna-buy-a-lawn-mower/754401 "2016-05-12T23:45:34Z")
Remember a couple of years ago when I asked for opinions on lawnmowers, and I ended up obeying the wife and got a Toro powered-drive one? Well, I still haven’t gotten rid of the two 5.5 (or is it 6?) hp Craftsman mowers… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=747) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=749)