# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=781 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 782 --- ## [Homeless Veterans Shelter next door to your house. OK with you or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homeless-veterans-shelter-next-door-to-your-house-ok-with-you-or-not/746405)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 8:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/homeless-veterans-shelter-next-door-to-your-house-ok-with-you-or-not/746405 "2016-02-18T20:05:57Z")
In this blog/articlethe writer states his opposition to a homeless veteran’s shelter in his neighborhood. Normally you see nothing but outward shows of support for US veterans but when it comes to them being homeless and… --- ## [Soundproofing between floors](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/soundproofing-between-floors/746388)
**Author:** [@gigi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gigi)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 7:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/soundproofing-between-floors/746388 "2016-02-18T19:48:31Z")
I live with my father and we get along because he has his lounge space on the first floor and I have my lounge space in the subterranean lair. It’s a big house but did come modularly in a few big pieces so it is bare bo… --- ## [SCOTUS life appointments and women](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scotus-life-appointments-and-women/746438)
**Author:** [@Mr.Kobayashi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Kobayashi)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 6:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scotus-life-appointments-and-women/746438 "2016-02-18T18:39:55Z")
Two questions on the Supreme Court that sprung to mind that I could use your thoughts on, apropos of Justice Scalia dying. First question - Do you agree with this article that life appointments are a bad idea given how … --- ## [Can These Vicious Guard Dogs Be Turned Into Stranger-Friendly Love Bugs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-these-vicious-guard-dogs-be-turned-into-stranger-friendly-love-bugs/746423)
**Author:** [@Alice\_The\_Goon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Alice_The_Goon)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-these-vicious-guard-dogs-be-turned-into-stranger-friendly-love-bugs/746423 "2016-02-18T17:01:29Z")
I have two Puginese dogs- that’s Pug and Pekinese mix. I don’t know how to insert a link with my Chromebook, so here are their pics. Dolly Polly … --- ## [how much does "it's just lunch" cost](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-does-its-just-lunch-cost/341820)
**Author:** [@constantine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/constantine)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 4:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-does-its-just-lunch-cost/341820 "2016-02-18T16:05:28Z")
In talking with some friends about the dating service “it’s just lunch” a few friends said it is good, but expensive. Can anyone give me a ballpark estimate of how much it costs? --- ## [What is one human being's greatest accomplishment?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-one-human-beings-greatest-accomplishment/746310)
**Author:** [@Charlie\_Wayne](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Charlie_Wayne)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2016, 1:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-one-human-beings-greatest-accomplishment/746310 "2016-02-18T01:31:30Z")
I’m curious if you could cite any one person from history (or the present) who accomplished some amazing feat, who and what would be at the top of your list? I will begin by suggesting that perhaps Beethoven writing all… --- ## [My obesity: Finally an answer that makes sense!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-obesity-finally-an-answer-that-makes-sense/735865)
**Author:** [@up\_the\_junction](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/up_the_junction)\ **Replies:** 203\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-obesity-finally-an-answer-that-makes-sense/735865 "2016-02-17T21:28:37Z")
I’ve counted calories, i’ve run triathlons, I’ve generally tried to exercise regularly but all my adult life I’ve struggled with my weight. Currently I’m about 28 BMI. For a while I thought the answer was in high fructo… --- ## [Do you have nicknames for your pet(s)? (Of course you do.) 3rd edition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-nicknames-for-your-pet-s-of-course-you-do-3rd-edition/745253)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 9:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-nicknames-for-your-pet-s-of-course-you-do-3rd-edition/745253 "2016-02-17T21:24:27Z")
It’s been about \[del\]a year and a half\[/del\] three years since I asked this question. Feb 2013 thread. There are plenty of new members, and probably new pets in the households of old members, so pile on. If you posted be… --- ## [\[Advice needed\] Unemployed, Selling Robot Guitar, eBay and Good Price!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-unemployed-selling-robot-guitar-ebay-and-good-price/746247)
**Author:** [@Locrian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Locrian)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-needed-unemployed-selling-robot-guitar-ebay-and-good-price/746247 "2016-02-17T20:02:43Z")
I’m unemployed, was willing to sell one of my guitars and I have one that might be a good sell. I have a Gibson Robot Les Paul, 1st edition. It’s never left my home. As far as electronics go, I’d rate it the worst. For… --- ## [Anyone use CenturyLink fiber?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-centurylink-fiber/746219)
**Author:** [@Do\_Not\_Taunt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Do_Not_Taunt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anyone-use-centurylink-fiber/746219 "2016-02-17T20:02:23Z")
CenturyLink has rolled out fiber to my neighborhood, and their internet-only, 40 Mb package is $30/mo for one year (with about $150 of one-time startup costs.) I can’t find anything about their ongoing price beyond the … --- ## [Suggestions for backpacking in Wyoming/Montana/Colorado, etc.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-for-backpacking-in-wyoming-montana-colorado-etc/746354)
**Author:** [@Sigene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sigene)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 7:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-for-backpacking-in-wyoming-montana-colorado-etc/746354 "2016-02-17T19:39:43Z")
I’m considering a backpacking trip to these regions or thereabouts. I’m looking to get into some mountains that have trails and I can pitch a tent for a few days (4-7). I don’t think I want something terribly rugged as … --- ## [What do you think when you notice someone has obvious scars from a suicide attempt?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-when-you-notice-someone-has-obvious-scars-from-a-suicide-attempt/745880)
**Author:** [@WOOKINPANUB](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WOOKINPANUB)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 5:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-do-you-think-when-you-notice-someone-has-obvious-scars-from-a-suicide-attempt/745880 "2016-02-17T17:52:29Z")
As stated in the OP my main question is to medical professionals but anyone can participate; jewelers, massage therapists, manicurists; hell, anyone who might encounter it on a regular basis. I assume you know to what I’… --- ## [At the grocery store, an attractive person of your preferred sex asks you out. Your reaction?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/at-the-grocery-store-an-attractive-person-of-your-preferred-sex-asks-you-out-your-reaction/745973)
**Author:** [@Skald\_the\_Rhymer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skald_the_Rhymer)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 2:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/at-the-grocery-store-an-attractive-person-of-your-preferred-sex-asks-you-out-your-reaction/745973 "2016-02-17T14:11:51Z")
Inspired by a Match.com commercial. Or perhaps an eHarmony commercial. I will confess to not being sure which is why. Anywho, for purposes of this conversation you are single and available. “Grocery store” can easily be… --- ## [If people gain lost weight back 90%+ of the time regardless why not crash diet?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-people-gain-lost-weight-back-90-of-the-time-regardless-why-not-crash-diet/745598)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 2:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/if-people-gain-lost-weight-back-90-of-the-time-regardless-why-not-crash-diet/745598 "2016-02-17T14:07:21Z")
Just musing. It’s time for me to cycle my weight down again for the umpteenth time in my life and I’m wondering. If the vast majority of people who diet fast or slow are going to gain the weight back anyway why not lose… --- ## [Downtown revitalization](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/downtown-revitalization/746285)
**Author:** [@CoastalMaineiac](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CoastalMaineiac)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 1:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/downtown-revitalization/746285 "2016-02-17T13:24:48Z")
These past few years, there has been a push to rejuvenate the downtown areas of many cities. It seems to be a frequent topic in the local newspapers. I feel one key component is always left out when they discuss downtow… --- ## [Help settle an argument IV](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-settle-an-argument-iv/745580)
**Author:** [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 1:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-settle-an-argument-iv/745580 "2016-02-17T13:16:48Z")
In another installment of the “Idle Thoughts’ friends and family sometimes sit around and amusedly debate random stuff”…which side do you fall on in this one? First, take a look at this drawing (that shows the Beatles “… --- ## [What the f\*\*\* is up with this t-shirt?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-the-f-is-up-with-this-t-shirt/739027)
**Author:** [@WOOKINPANUB](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WOOKINPANUB)\ **Replies:** 91\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 10:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-the-f-is-up-with-this-t-shirt/739027 "2016-02-17T10:49:14Z")
Wasn’t sure if obscenities were allowed in thread titles outside the pit so I erred on the side of caution. Anyway, I am about the most unoffendable, sometimes downright un PC person I know. We’ve had discussions here … --- ## [Q: using LinuxMint LiveDVD on older laptop](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/q-using-linuxmint-livedvd-on-older-laptop/745854)
**Author:** [@LynnM](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LynnM)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 5:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/q-using-linuxmint-livedvd-on-older-laptop/745854 "2016-02-17T05:59:28Z")
I’m thinking of getting a cheap/free older laptop to use only as a dedicated word-processor. If the laptop has a DVD drive and a USB port, can I boot using a Linux Mint LiveDVD, create files with LibreOffice Writer \[inc… --- ## [HIPAA notifications for divorced couple](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hipaa-notifications-for-divorced-couple/746239)
**Author:** [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 4:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hipaa-notifications-for-divorced-couple/746239 "2016-02-17T04:18:03Z")
Here’s the situation: Divorced couple, minor child. Not the most amicable of situations between them/extended family. One of them is in the hospital, ICU / unconscious. Given that the other parent is the guardian of … --- ## [DVD Ripper for Mac](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dvd-ripper-for-mac/746311)
**Author:** [@Bone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bone)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 4:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dvd-ripper-for-mac/746311 "2016-02-17T04:03:42Z")
I recently switched to a mac and am looking for a new DVD ripping software. I have some DVDs I own and want to push them to mp4 for the kids and for road trips on the Kindle. Any recommendations for freeware? I tried … --- ## [Does being asexual tend to correlate with certain personality traits or not?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-being-asexual-tend-to-correlate-with-certain-personality-traits-or-not/746283)
**Author:** [@astro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/astro)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 3:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-being-asexual-tend-to-correlate-with-certain-personality-traits-or-not/746283 "2016-02-17T03:22:06Z")
Re people who are asexual I get the mental picture of someone who is kind of even tempered with not to many highs or lows. Maybe even a little bit passive or neutral in their day to personality. I do not know any “out” s… --- ## [Am I weird (a left-hand/right-hand/ambidextrous debate)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-weird-a-left-hand-right-hand-ambidextrous-debate/612393)
**Author:** [@radar1974](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/radar1974)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-weird-a-left-hand-right-hand-ambidextrous-debate/612393 "2016-02-17T01:54:13Z")
I ask myself this question on a regular basis because I haven’t come across anyone (as yet) who has the same ‘problem’ as me. I call myself left-handed but I’m not sure if it’s completely true. Listen to the evidence a… --- ## [What factors influence visible aging aside from genes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-factors-influence-visible-aging-aside-from-genes/746058)
**Author:** [@MichaelEmouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MichaelEmouse)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 1:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-factors-influence-visible-aging-aside-from-genes/746058 "2016-02-17T01:27:18Z")
Are there patterns you’ve noticed among people who look younger or older for their age? Have there been studies which have shown which factors influence whether one looks younger or older than one’s age? --- ## [Prayer Shamin' 2: Dawkins Boogaloo](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prayer-shamin-2-dawkins-boogaloo/746214)
**Author:** [@Mr.Kobayashi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Kobayashi)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 1:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prayer-shamin-2-dawkins-boogaloo/746214 "2016-02-17T01:15:31Z")
Dunno if you’ve heard, but famous atheist Richard Dawkins suffered a stroke recently. The Church of England ("Cake or death!") tweeted\* “prayers for Prof Dawkins and his family”\*. The question - were they genuinely try… --- ## [How do young Germans feel about their history?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-young-germans-feel-about-their-history/746046)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2016, 12:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-young-germans-feel-about-their-history/746046 "2016-02-17T00:09:12Z")
Dylan Moran, the Irish comic, does a very funny bit about Germany that includes listening to a young German person speak about modern Germany, meanwhile the listener has one thought running through their mind: “Hitler…Hi… --- ## [MINI countryman drivers? Opinions, thoughts or warnings?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mini-countryman-drivers-opinions-thoughts-or-warnings/746281)
**Author:** [@yanceylebeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yanceylebeef)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2016, 10:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mini-countryman-drivers-opinions-thoughts-or-warnings/746281 "2016-02-16T22:50:37Z")
This spring it will be time to gird our loins and look at a new or slightly used car. Mrs. LeBeef has expressed an interest in the MINI Countryman. Anybody here have one? would you buy it again? I’ve been reading Edmunds… --- ## [How tall constitutes "tall?"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-tall-constitutes-tall/745979)
**Author:** [@Lamar\_Mundane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamar_Mundane)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2016, 10:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-tall-constitutes-tall/745979 "2016-02-16T22:21:42Z")
Just curious. I’d say 6’4" or maybe 6’3" for guys, and about 5’9" for women. I don’t know why this came into my mind. OK, I lied. I do know why, but I’m not going to go there… --- ## [Hi. I am here because I was banned in the Democratic Underground](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hi-i-am-here-because-i-was-banned-in-the-democratic-underground/746049)
**Author:** [@Aperez77](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aperez77)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2016, 8:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hi-i-am-here-because-i-was-banned-in-the-democratic-underground/746049 "2016-02-16T20:38:00Z")
I am here because I told a Bernie supporter that single payer cannot pass Congress in the Democratic Underground website. I hope this website is not censorship-friendly or owned by Pro-Bernie trolls as is the case with D… --- ## [What are you doing about VD?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-doing-about-vd/746146)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2016, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-you-doing-about-vd/746146 "2016-02-16T20:34:35Z")
Well, it’s St. Valentine’s Day. What are you doing about it? I got Mrs. L.A. an amusing card and a heart-shaped tin of Dove chocolates. I also fulfilled her request to have homemade hashbrowns, bacon, and over-easy eg… --- ## [Nest egg: how to get my parents' from stocks to bonds?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nest-egg-how-to-get-my-parents-from-stocks-to-bonds/746183)
**Author:** [@Machine\_Elf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Machine_Elf)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2016, 5:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nest-egg-how-to-get-my-parents-from-stocks-to-bonds/746183 "2016-02-16T17:20:49Z")
Against all better judgment, my parents have kept their nest egg entirely in stocks, though they are now 76 and 81 (mom and dad). We kids are making the case that they should have most of their investable assets in bond… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=780) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=782)