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I discovered more recently that I'm gay and I'm positive I am. The problem is I don't mind other people being gay, but when it comes to me I don't want to be gay. Why don't I want to be gay? In intellectual lingo, this is called internalized homophobia. Accept it for now, don't fight it. Meantime, with the above advise in mind. Accept your homosexuality and embrace it fully. This appears contradictory on the surface...it's not. We are complex creatures with plenty of contradictions and ironies about many aspects of life. When you accept all of your quirks, with love, you will...

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Is it disrespectful to the GLBT people not to correct people on here that think I'm gay because I support gay rights? I get so many e mails & I'm sick of saying NO, I'm straight, I'm just a supporter. It really shouldn't matter anyway if I am, thoughts? In an ideal world, it shouldn't matter. However, there is a lot of negative energy about this issue. You should actually be able to answer your own question by looking into your own heart. Thank you for being an ally.

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I went to PRIDE today. There were alot of people protesting the event. doing the whole adam eve not steve thing I am straight but all my friends are gay guys. How many people really care about someone being gay anymore? I wish I didn't matter, but there are plenty of people who kowtow to mainstream power structures and plenty of people who want to build themselves up by tearing other people down to whom it does matter. That is a crying shame on America.

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What advice would you give to someone attending their first Gay Pride event? Expect the unexpected AND the expected. The LGBTQ community uses the Rainbow as a symbol for this very reason. Bring your open mind and your joyful heart. Happy Pride Month (June)

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Should I bother having an estate sale this year? It's a lot of hard work for me to set up now with no one to help.With the bad economy, I'm concerned that people are saving their money for necessities and aren't out looking for trinkets and dust-catchers. If you live in a smaller medium size city, maybe one of the radio stations has a "swap meet" show where you can advertise your sale for no charge. People looking to invest in small antiques are buying now because the prices are dropping. The old advice goes here...buy low, sell high. I've been checking out some of the nicer sales (not rummage sales) and finding a few...

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I've been to tag sales where people were fighting over clothing. When I put out clothing, nobody even looks at it. What am I doing wrong? Make sure they're clothes that would look stylish to teens. Also, have a nice sign at the curb that says, "Vintage Clothing".

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What is your oldest possession? I have a geode (rock bubble) from Wyoming that is a few million years old.

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I have an old lamp. Tiffany style bronze base and shade with stainde glass river scene. In familly over 60 yrs and old when got it. Only mark is SB in a diamond on base who made it and is it worth anything Wow! It could be worth upwards of $1,000 if it is in mint condition with the original electrical parts and cordset. Something older than 50-years old would indicate that you should consult a professional. You may wish to see if an historical society exists in your community. If so, they can likely give you a good referal to a knowledgeable person. Good luck.

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If you join a team that is searching for lost ships that sank with treasures in them, what role would you like to play in the team effort? The videographer. That way I could monitor every outstanding development of the discovery process.

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Are you a collector because you enjoy it or is it the potential monetary value of the things you collect? I started collecting carnival glass because it's so incredibly beautiful to look at. Now, I'm considering the possible market value later on. Still, the main thing is that I really enjoy my collection and taking care of it.

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Could you live in a narrow house? Yes, I did for a few months in the warehouse district of Omaha. I also lived in a Quanset hut for a couple of years in northeast Nebraska. It was long and narrow plus the walls and ceiling were the same thing...it's like living in a split tube or half of a culvert. It was fun living in both places.

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Who are your top ten favourite people ever to have lived? 10. myself 9. Sonia S. (a second cousin) 8. my parents and siblings (4 way tie) 7. Lobsang Tenzin (a monk I sponsor) 6. Mohandes K. Gandhi 5. Hypatia of Alexandria 4. Sam Harris (the philosopher) 3. Jiddu Krishnamurti 2. Tenzin Gyatso (14th Dalai Lama) 1. Shakyamuni Buddha

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Why don't we all just have dentures ? brushing & flossing all the time is a pain. How would I brush & floss after lunch while I am at work? People who wear dentures will tell you dentures are more trouble. Food particles like raspberry seeds get underneath and hurt like the dickens. People who talk professionally with them have to take extra measures so they don't speak with denture voice--sort of a hollow quality that sounds like someone speaking with a mouthful of saliva. I work a long shift, so I bring one of those...

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Is it proper English to say cows ? Or is it cattle? Both are completely correct. Cows are plural of the female of the species. Cattle indicates more than one of either gender or those that have been neutered.

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Why do human consider they are the dominate species,when they are the most destructive,and unaware of the importance of our surroundings, of all species? As far as I know, homo sapiens are the only species that judges or considers intellectual questions. We are capable of inventing mental categories and creating heirarchies within them and about them. I don't know that other species of animals or plants are even aware of anything like importance of their surroundings. Very few, that I know of, can even conceptualize. Perhaps, to a...

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Color or colour? Why? Colour for non-USA is correct. Color for USA is correct and not pretentious.

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What do you do if some one on AB is badgering you and you want to block them? Ignore them, don't give them the pleasure of knowing you're annoyed. If that still doesn't work, go to the "flag" drop down and click spam/offensive.

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Does your birthday land on any famous person or celebrity's birthday? Sean Penn, Mae West Robert de Niro and Davy Crockett's b'day.

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Who else besides me has no Piercings, Jewelry nor Tattoos? None on moi! Unless you count regular eyeglasses, I have no "adornments".

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Can anyone recommend some tasty, but not to complicated vegetarian cookbooks? I've enjoyed using *Vegetarian Meals For People On-The-Go : 101 Quick & Easy Recipes* by Vimala Rodgers for awhile. The recipes are almost foolproof.

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What are some ways that you use tofu in your cooking? I marinate small pieces in tamari or soy sauce, then broil them until crisp. I use those in stir-fry dishes. I also take semi-firm tofu, chop it up and fry it with leftover rice, my favorite hot spices, and onions for a quick entree'. I've also used the tofu "pudding" mixes from the health foods store. The result is tasty, but I did burn out an old blender once mixing...

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If someone is 24 days old on earth what planet would they be 22 years old? None of the planets in our solar system has one of its years equal to one earth day. The shortest planetary year is Mercury with 88 earth days. Your question is unclear, but one could say a person who is 22 Mercury days old is 22 Mercury years old. Is this what you mean?

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Were you born talented? Or your talent was created artificially? My so-called talent was cultivated. Either unknowingly encouraged by parents and authority figures or by getting some internal reward or feeling of joy when doing something that re-inforced that practice. Ie. singing may have been encouraged by a doting mother or you felt joyful inside when singing. While singing, somebody influential gave you even a little bit of encouragement. From that...

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Do you think Answer bag is adticiv because people in reel life dont care about your questions and random people on net do? You might be onto something with your question. Plenty of people we know personally can be quite superficial and pretend to care about your questions or not even pretend to care. Folks here might be piqued by certain questions or relate to certain questions in some way, and the tiny reward of a point or two might spur them on to tap out an answer. I don't think I'd go so far as...

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I have my mom, and her best friend is like my 'second mother' and then I have my mother-in-law. How many moms do you have? I had my birth mother (deceased since 1989), my great aunt Betty (deceased since 2002), and my present step-mom who is really sweet and just as close as my first two.

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When it's 12noon in London, it's 4:30pm in Afghanistan, 5:30pm in India, 3:30pm in Iran, 5:45pm in Nepal. What's with the 30 minutes and 45 minutes? Those nations decided upon their own time zones...which is every country's perogative. Just like New Foundland time in Eastern Canada. It's quirky but cool.

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Upon arriving home from work, what is the one thing (or person) you would least like to discover waiting for you in your living room? Reverend Fred Phelps' crew of crazies.

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Who taught you how to cook? Julia Childs via PBS. My mom was so, so but she encouraged me to watch the French Chef and then mom gave me free reign (pretty much) in the kitchen. I keep updated with Rachel Ray, Emeril, Paula, etc. on the Food Network.

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I'm working third shift this week ~ anyone else hold down the fort overnight? Yes, indeed! I've done so at this present location for over two decades. It's the only shift I like...there's no office bickering to deal with.

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PS2 games are dirty and scratched but our Skip Dr. will ruin it. How can i fix them without ruining it? After carefully rinsing the disc under cool clear tap water, gently wipe from center to rim with a soft clean cloth. Look for the obvious scratches and scuffs. Put a very small dab onto your finger of some automotive wax with a very mild polish/abrasive and rub it from center to rim in a straight line (never go around or in a circular path). Do this carefully and in stages. Be sure to buff...

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If you could only work on one body part at the gym, what would it be? The abs really need the most work.

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How many people actually walk to work? If so, how far? I have walked my commute for at least 15 years. I've measured the route from door to door; it's exactly one mile. I work graveyard shift and I love the return trip home, I often see interesting sights. Most often the sky is the center of attention. I've seen many meteors and some great sunrises. If not that, some great storms.

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What is your high school senior quote? "If you want it, here it is come and get it." The refrain from Badfinger's hit single "Come and Get It".

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If me n my best friend for 3yrs broke up after month of dating last week and her b-day is on the 15th n graduation on the 20th.should i attend or get her a gift even though we havent been talking to eachother for a week? If you are sincere and want to resume a freindly relationship as opposed to a romantic relationship, give a thoughtful gift. Keep it simple and maybe the friendship will remain. Maybe, at least, you'll at least talk to one another. There's no reason to snub a best friend.

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I had my vision checked yesterday to get a new glasses presciption. i had a headache and was extremely nerveous. could this have affected my vision? the doctor said not being relaxed would change my prescription, but i couldn't tell if he was joking... If it was a garden variety tension headache...very slightly possible but I don't think it would noticeably make any difference in an eye test. If you were having a migraine, that would be different and I would go in for a retest when the migraine is over. Why tense? Eye doctors aren't invasive nor do they use novacaine.

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Wasn't there a song about a truck driver's son, nick-named "Teddy Bear"? Yes, by Red Sovine. Extremely sappy, but irresistable at the same time. The kid was handicapped and liked to visit with truckers on his Citizens' Band radio. It was a minor hit back in the 1970's

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What is your pet's name? My mutt's name is Rex.

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A very good friend of mine has cancer, and isn't expected to live long. I have never lost someone so close to me. What do I do? Thank you for sharing this heartfelt message. I'm sure your companionship made all the difference to Rick. You acted out of pure friendship.

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Who's that sneaking up your front walk? Probably one of the squirrels again. They have me pegged as an easy mark when it comes to giving out corn and peanuts.

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When eating out, do you prefer a booth or a table? A booth when I'm in a small town cafe. Sometimes they are equipped with one of those remote control jukebox devices. When I'm in a group, I like a table so I can scoot the chair close to the table to avoid awkward eating angles. Especially if the boss is present.

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Nothing in life is certain but death and taxes...Agree? Disagree somewhat. I'd add a couple of items: Ignorance...everybody is ignorant until or unless they do something about it. Dissatisfaction...folks are rarely pleased with the way things are or with what they have, so actions are made to change people or get more stuff.

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You know what's wierd? When you think about your final moments of your life. What will they be like? Why do you have to die? If by an accident, there will be an OMG moment then I go blank. If otherwise, it will likely be something like a heart attack or something going wrong by breathing obstruction, a moment of panic then I go blank. Why do I have to die? Everything has its lifespan. There is nothing that is permanent. Impermanence is the rule of the universe. I accept that with very little remorse.

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Have you had a professor in colleage who could not speak English ? I had 4 one from Spain one from China, one from Vietnam and one from Arabia. Yes, Senora Grovas. She only spoke English the first day of the course to give us the course work outline and to explain her teaching philosophy. From then on it was beautifully spoken Spanish from the Cuban native. It was the only way to learn espanol...immersion...sink or swim.

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What vegetables should I put in my stir-fry? Broccoli is always nice; also include some thinly sliced carrot (lengthwise rather than crosscut is more attractive); sweet pepper is great and you can choose the color you like; I like to add water chestnuts and mushrooms, too. Optional, if you can find it, bok choi finely chopped gives some nice texture and taste.

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Where did the though of leprechauns come from? Are they real? The word "leprechaun" is from the Celtic god "Lugh" (luck). Leprechauns as fairies evolved after christianity arrived and overtook the local Celtic belief system. As in other cultures, the supreme god of that area was "demoted" to a footnote status with the original deity worship being outlawed as heresy.

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What will your famous last words be? "Is that all there is?"

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What are the most romantic places in Thailand? Up north near Chiang Mai and somewhat near the "Golden Triangle" (The convergence of Myanmar, Laos and Thailand). Bangkok has some wonderfully romantic spots as well. I used to think the southern stretch was fine, but there is getting to be a lot of violence and terrorism in that location, so be warned. The scenery in that area is stunning and the local residents are kindhearted,...

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Do Americans pronounce hemorrhoids 'hee-muh-roids'? Do the Brits pronounce it that way? Sort of like their pronunciation of aluminum as "al-oo-min-ee-um"?

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Is it really possible to chop your fingers off with a table saw? If so what is the technique? There is no "technique" aside from being careless or having an extreme mental illness that would cause someone to purposely cause themselves serious harm and injury. There is a technique for preventing the removal of one's own fingers. That is to exercise respect for the machinery and follow the safety recommendations of the manufacturer. Also, to be alert and concerned for...

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Where are the prices on the Hilton websites for Los Angeles and San Francisco? You will probably have to use an indirect method. Try Priceline or Orbitz rather than the Hilton site.

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My son gets married in July. I have my outfit, including hat. The dress and matching short sleeved jkt are Bluebell with a navy pattern, my hat is bluebell with a small Navy feather at the front. I was advised to buy navy bag and shoes, correct or not? What a nice description! Great outfit. The navy accessories would be too much for a summer event such as a wedding though. I would rather see you with a lighter shade of shoes and handbag for a cooler, more comfortable appearance.

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Does the prefix radi- means soundwaves? If not, what does it mean then? "radi" refers to radio frequency or subjects related to radio. "sonic" or soni" are sound related prefixes.

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How can i keep homemade cookies fresh longer Keep them in a container with a tight fitting lid. For really longterm storage, place into a freezer bag with as little air as possible, then freeze. I never seem to have this problem. The cookies vanish before I ever worry about them getting stale. :-)

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I have a question and i hope i dont offend anyone, but why is it that president bush orders all flags at U.S. bases to be at half mast for the VA tech killing(although they deserve it) yet we keep losing soldiers daily and the flag doesnt change for them? Publicity stunt, smoke and mirrors, jump on the bandwagon to capitalize on a big, shocking, newsy tragedy. Yes, the flags should remain at half staff until the last of our GIs are home safely.

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What irritates you the most about other drivers? Not paying attention/chatting on the cellphone.

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What is the wackiest/strangest sporting event you have ever witnessed? A cow flop bingo game at one of our area county fairs. Cows wander around a football field size area marked with a grid...each square has a number in it the way Bingo cards do. Cows eventually "do their business" on the grid. Contestants in the audience have cards and mark off numbers when the cowpies coincide with their card's numbers. Just like conventional Bingo, the...

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Have you ever visited Amsterdam, if so what was it like? The weather was temperate and a bit damp in February. I was impressed by the enormous amount of bicycle traffic and pedestrians. At first the people seemed slightly aloof, but after I became acquainted with the culture, my opinion changed. I found the people to be friendly, but not overly so, kind-hearted, open-minded for the most part and helpful. The mixture of old-world archetecture...

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Honestly, when was the last time you cleaned your refrigerator? January 2nd, 2007. It was one of my New Year's resolutions to do so.

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Where does the phrase "hell is paved with good intentions" come from? Prior answer regarding Wilson, Johnson and Ray is spot on. IMHO, it is from people butting in where they may or may not be welcome. The comment is aimed at do-gooders.

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Out of all the fish in the Sea - which one would you be? Tiger shark, respected by all and quite a handsome devil too!

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Have you ever suffered from panic attacks and what did you do about them that worked, either long or short term? I used to put up with them many years ago. I took up a regular practice of daily meditation (non-religious) and the attacks vanished altogether. Before the meditation, I used breathing exercises and visualization practices. Slow, conscious breathing from the lower abdomen works best since upper chest breathing gives less air and requires faster breathing cycles. The visualizations were of...

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How many desserts can you name? (DEsserts..not deserts) parfait, pudding, pie, ice cream, cake, sundae, fresh fruit, custard, sherbet, apple sauce, canned fruit ... ...for starters

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What would be a nice name for a black arabian mare? Sheeba

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What are some good names for a horse? Chester for a stallion Buttermilk for a palomino mare

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How long has "The Price is Right" been on the air? 50-years plus over 4 months. November 26, 1956 was its premier date.

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What's better than the wind in my sail?...and not a foot up my a**! :) A worthy adversary, believe it or not, will do more to keep you focused and strong. Just like the ol' weight-room wisdom in the gym..."no pain, no gain". So, when you encounter the worthy adversary (not just a mean bully) silently thank the gods for sending him/her to you. Oh, do keep an understanding friend in the wings as your advisor and confidant.

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How do you get over the lonelyness of a very loveing person that you miss...does it get better after the first month, or is it a longer wait? The sharp pain of separation lasts for a few weeks and becomes somewhat bearable. When you accept that you will be parted either longterm or always then you get your life back and life becomes more joyful. I'd be less than truthful if I said you'll get completely over somebody very loving and close to you. There will always be a twinge of loneliness at unexpected times, even many,...

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What is your favorite gemstone? Diamonds are also this boy's best friend. I like how they look on jewelry and how they work in industry. I also like how they sound as they trace the grooves of my favorite vinyl LP records.

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Whats the best quality in toilet paper? strength, softness, style, affordability? Strength and softness are often found together these days in one product. Quilted Northern tissue is the fave in the Swabby429 household.

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What profession is the most under paid? trash collector They work in all sorts of weather, picking up all manner of who knows what all kinds of disgusting refuse. They're looked down upon, neglected and worse by most folks. I don't think I could ever get used to such nasty working conditions.

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What type of metal do you prefer your jewelry (gold, silver, platinum, other)? Glorious Gold! It matches the crowns on my teeth and compliments my hair and skin tones. Plus it just looks elegant.

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Who isn't a christian on here? Moi. Buddhaboi am I.

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How long do you travel a day to get to and from work? 24 minutes round-trip on average (12 minutes each way) by foot each day.

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What would be a good name for AntigoneRising's male kitty avatar? Puff the magic kitty

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What is the most common problems that arise when married couples fight Budgeting money, assigning household chores, and sex probably are the top three.

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What profession is the most over paid? Celebrities who don't do anything but appear as newsy people on tabloid teevee and in supermarket tabloids.

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What's your fav type of condom? B.F. Goodrich for the auto Sanford kneadable for the sketchpad

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Which state has the largest congressional district? Alaska. The largest state by area has only one member in the House of Representatives.

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What is the coolest animal? porpoise smart, interesting, good looking, fun loving

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If you could go anywhere in the universe, where would you go and why? what would you do first? Antarctica, by way of an exploratory expedition. I've seen various photos and films of the continent, I'd like to see it first hand.

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What could be the reason that my subwoofers and my amp all work just fine but my door speakers do not. Even after the old wiring was taken out and new installed? Your subwoofers are hogging your amplifier's power. You need a more effective crossover circuit. Check the compatability and power requirements of all the loudspeakers hooked into your system.

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Find the book closest to you, how many pages is it? 1,084 pages in the "Nebraska Blue Book 2000-01". An outline of the structure of the Federal, State and local governmental bodies in Nebraska. The picture is of an earlier edition.

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If you could have 3 people over for dinner who they be? Gore Vidal (historical author) The Dalai Lama (head Tibetan Gelugpa monk) Wen Jiabao (Chinese Prime Minister)

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What female vocalist do you think has the best singing voice and why? Still living? Gwen Stefani No longer living? Helen Forrest tied with Billie Holiday

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Which male vocalist has the best voice, in your opinion? (any genre) Still living? Tony Benett ...very sonorous Non-living legend? Dick Haymes and Frank Sinatra ... tie

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Upon waking up, what is the thing (or person) you would least like to discover lying next to you? Richard Cheney....!!!

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What monster have you been truly afraid of (even as a child)? The original Godzilla creature...from the 1950s.

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Would removing Adolf Hitler from history make a difference, or would social forces result in another extremist simply filling his shoes? Hitler was one of many striving to control the German world. Franz von Pappen comes to mind. There were also some movers and shakers in the SA who would probably taken similar actions to instigate genocide and empire. Some of those SA members were, of course, eliminated during the "night of the long knives". IMHO von Pappen would have been more intrested in the imperial ambitions...

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What the best, least intense mouthwash brand? Tom's of Maine is a really good one. It's made with wholesome ingredients and won't burn out your mouth.

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Is drinking 8 cups of herbal, caffeine free tea the same as having 8 glasses of water a day? It depends upon the caffeine free tea. There are a few herbs that are diuretics and can cause you to excrete more water than you took in with the 8-cups of the beverage. (8-cups?...wow) Honeybush, rosehips and cornsilk are just some examples of herbal diuretics often found in caffeine free teas.

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Does anyone have any knowledge on making topiary frames? Best materials to use for strength and longivity. Also any tried and true tips for growing plants in them would be appreciated greatly. I am a beginner, so I use a prefab vine ball and then attach that to a bundle of either three dowels or some sturdy twigs that I've trimmed from one of the backyard trees...green twigs are better than dead ones by far. I fill my container of choice with plaster of paris, place the twig or dowel bundle into the center of the mixture (quickly because the plaster sets up fast). When the...

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I have black exterior and I have a 1 foot streak on my car door from the handlebar of a bicycle sliding across. Its kind of gooey or sticky. Any suggestions how to remove it? You might try some "Goo Gone" citrus oil cleaner. Available in the cleaning aisle in most supermarkets. Apply with a soft cloth, let it soak a minute or two then wipe off and rinse with clear water.

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What are the steps to take to get over a cheater if you want to be with them again? Don't bother to do anything if you are sincere with your question. If you are smart, here are the steps to take: you'll swallow your pride, face the truth, buckle up your courage and look elsewhere for companionship. If you re-read your question, you'll see that you're not willing to make any effort. Why would you want to be a cheater's doormat anyway?

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Due to the lack of Homework I have been doing I may have to repeat year 9. Any advice? Do the opposite of what you did this year. Apply your inate talent during classes. Actually do your homework and apply your best efforts on that too. You'll really be glad you did at the end of next year whether you repeat grade 9 or move on to grade 10.

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What kind of wine did Jesus make from water? A fruity red concord Mogen David type wine.

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What's you first impression? Let's give the staff some feedback. smoother and sleeker nice

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Aretha Franklin or Barbara Streisand? Who, in your opinion is the better or more influential singer? Aretha for pop fans...always hot and relevant...her music is certainly fun and influential in that respect. Streisand is my personal fave though, her music is more subtle and can often leave me feeling very moved. Gives me goosebumps galore.

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If you have a bowl of pistachios, can you stop after just a few? I myself cannot. Stop? Stop and pistachios does not compute.

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What's another use for that Easter Basket grass? Use it in place of moss in the container for dried flower arrangements or similar for a bright topiary.

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What are your favorite quotes? My quote today is this one from ol' Sam Clemmins (Mark Twain): "Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it."

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If you buy a mother's ring for a woman who has two children with the same birthstone and two with different birthstones should you still have 4 stones set or just consolidate into 3? To keep everybody happy and not left out, the best thing to decide is have four stones. Each stone represents one of the kids.

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Is it okay for a 58 year old, overweight man to weight train using from light to very heavy weights? Start with light weights first. But you would be wise to not look for such advice as this on the Internet from total strangers. You need to go in for your physical exam and quiz your physician about such important matters. Anaerobic exersize can really put a dangerous load on your circulatory system. If you're indeed overweight yourself, you are wise to use caution with any workout...

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Hello, I am 19 yrs old and for about 2yrs now i have had red spots at the tops of both my arms, sometimes there are a few miny white heads but mainly spot marks. The spots just look like loads of tiny scars. could anyone tell me what they might be please? They are often caused by a combination of factors. A less than ideal diet can contribute greatly along with chronic low-level stress. A lack of certain vitamins like A,C,D and certain minerals.

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What is your musical "guilty pleasure"? Space music and ambient soundscapes I could listen forever.

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The best tofu marinate. I like teriaki sauce spiked with a couple of dashes of Tabasco green. Great stuff for Southeast Asian cuisine.

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Is "Flustrated" actually a word? I hear it alot and I wonder if people are just mixing 'flustered' and 'frustrated'. Does that bother anyone else? Yes, it is an actual word. Random House dictionary defines it as "flustered and agitated".

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What causes/leads people to ask questions about religion as if Yahweh/Jehovah worship were universal? It's noticable in this context because the dominant culture has been socialized with the Abrahamic paradigm as a cultural filter. In other cultures, for example Thai, Buddhism would be the default paradigm. Or India where Hindu paradigms are dominant would have different cultural filters.

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How do i open the rear door of a dodge caravan when the key will not turn due to a dent. No remote opener? Climb inside the vehicle with a screwdriver and remove the bottom plastic trim piece near the floor to expose the latch. Use the screwdriver to press the latch from the loop. You didn't say what year your van is so I used the example of a 2001 we have as a company vehicle.

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I have an abscess in my gum what can I do to make it desolve? Until you see your dentist...I hope you have a visit planned.... Keep your mouth spotlessly clean as much as you can...floss, brush, etc. Then, take one ounce of standard Hydrogen Peroxide solution into your mouth ... swish it around, paying especial attention to the sore spot ... after about 30 seconds or so, spit out the peroxide. Don't eat or drink anything for about 15 minutes...

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I just turned 15 and im already over 6 inches, will it stop growing? You have no problem at all. You're right on schedule to be the envy of the locker room. Big boy will stop growing when your endocrine system signals that enough is enough.

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I wouldn't click on this link, since it tries to download stuff on to your pc, but on a forum, all my posts have this: http://nuclearworldwarsite.com/russia.html and It's not my signature, and I never typed it. What is it? Looks like classic spyware. Don't do anything on your PC until you take it in and have it removed. Make sure you get updated anti-virus/spyware protection from McAffey, Norton, or Panda...be sure to have auto-updates enabled when you do. Then, stay away from the links to "free" foriegn porn sites especially the kinkier ones. Some music sites are junked with spyware/adware so...

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I am 15 and was not circumsized, but i can see the head of my penis ever since puberty, any connection? You came with a "short" foreskin. Your member just happens to be developing faster than the skin can keep up with it. You can "train" the foreskin, at your stage of life, to be shorter or longer...that can be a long-term project, but it is possible dude.

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If I told you to meet me at the coffee shop next to the coughing pig, where would you meet me. If you want to take this literally, I live in Lake Charles, LA and this would be a puzzle. Or you can just guess. There's something on Ryan St. near the Walgreen's drug store North of the 210 freeway. Is that it?

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My toshiba dvd player used to play all types of dvd including burnt copys then all of a sudden will only play original copys.come up disc error all the time now with copys it has played many times before Is the laser clean? How old is the machine? The servo might be getting worn.

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98 ford F150. Truck Feels like something is grabbing or seized up in the rear area. Have noticed this after long hwy travel(150m)and have come to a stop or parked for a few mins. Suspect Rear brakes or differential? A friend of mine had a similar thing happen on the highway. Turns out his bearings went bad...you'd be smart to at least check it out so you don't have a wreck. He had a close call and was able to pull into a weigh station on the road.

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1991 chevy 454 with no fire. Have replaced the coil Computer OK? Ignition (not starter) contacts OK?

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Is Mutually Assured Destruction a morally valid policy? IMHO...no! It's criminal to the extent that taking hostages on a global scale is. Completely depraved.

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Since i have tics i have them in my neck. i feel like i want to stretch or "flex" my neck and stuff. sometimes i flex it a specific way that the part that i flex gives me pain and the pain goes to my head but only last for 1 sec. is this serious? Probably no problem whatsoever. If it was me, though, I'd be a bit more mindful as to how I do my stretches and flexes.

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Which brand names, could be anything, are you very loyal to? Westclox, Toshiba, Toyota, Malt-O-Meal, 8th Continent (soy milk), Ortega (Mex food), Black & Decker, Craftsman, Levi jeans, Rockport shoes.

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Your car gets stalled in the middle of no where at night and your cell phone is dead. What do you do? Lean back and take a snooze.

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On what make / model of car did you learn to drive? And, which family member was your primary teacher? 1961 Buick LeSabre 4-door hardtop. Dad had the nerves of steel to teach me on a graveled county roads.

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I have a program on my computer called "OuterInfo" that gives me a crapload of popups and reinstalls itself. My question: who the hell makes money or some sort of anything from giving me these popups? Criminals who mine people's harddrives for usernames and passwords and more. Very lucrative and highly unethical. You'd better remove this or have this removed pronto!

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Whats your favourite food from somewhere other than america Hara Bhara Kababs (one of the vegetarian kababs popular in India) For a treat or desert...top it off with kulfi (a mellow, tempting Indian ice cream)

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A very good friend of mine has cancer, and isn't expected to live long. I have never lost someone so close to me. What do I do? There is no single, simple pat answer for you at this time. However, now is the time to relish the remaining time that you have together. Share in some simple, joyful conversations. Also, encourage your friend to share his/her fears and reflections. If you keep in mind the age old wisdom, to cherish other people first and formost, your inner wisdom will provide you with very valuable...

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How many of you agree with me that money of any kind is the root of all evil and the world would be a better place without it? Not really. Blanket statements have a certain appeal, but the elimination of cash would be unrealistic. Especially because so many hardships would result from its elimination. How would we have a standard for trade? If it were ever officially eliminated, there would be an underground of "criminals" who would use and trade in it. So, in effect, the elimination of "the root...

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Will Al Gore run for President? Would he be the best Democratic candidate? He is the best person of any party and I wish he would run. However, I don't think he'll be filing election documents for that office. Even if he should run, his political enemies are all geared up to do a "Swiftboat" job on him. I doubt if he wants to wade through all the muck of the increasingly filthy election process in the USA again. Gore has bigger issues on his...

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What nourishes your soul? Good space music. A long meditation, preferably outdoors on a pleasant day under a shade tree. Dharma study. The smile of a friend.

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What is your favorite drink? The standard ol' reliable martini is very satisfying and my all time favorite. I insist upon Bombay Saphire but will settle for Tanqueray Rangpur in a pinch.

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Y do clothes come out fluffy what can i do 2 stop this Don't use fabric softener or dryer sheets. If you just want fresh, not fluffy, use an old- fashioned outdoor clothesline, or as some nick-name it, a solar clothes dryer.

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How do i go about closing my ebay account? i think people i don't know have found a way to access it... Go to: http://pages.ebay.com/securitycenter/index.html There is a way to get help and resolve your problem. A real person will help you.

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If you could tell me to read any book of the bible...what would it be and why? James This one elaborates some details upon the unique birth and early life of Mary. These are rarely discussed in religious commentaries. Especially her coming of age. There is also a good description of her hiding Jesus from Herod. There is also a variant description of the nativity. In other words, you can bone up on ideas not frequently studied or brought out.

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What is the food that you crave most often? macaroni and cheese...the real stuff not the orange powdered mix

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What was the greatest fad when you were a kid? guys with long hair

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What's the worst habit someone could have? Methamphetamin useage.

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Whats the worst thing about your state? The staggering amount of bigotry in Nebraska, much of it is subtle so as to be polite. However there is overt, hostile bigotry on display frequently as in racism, homophobia, and xenophobia. In some cases, it is enshrined in law and, in one instance, constitutional amendment.

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I feel like giving up. Do you ever feel this way and what do you do about it? It happens sometimes these days with all the negative events lately and the amount of apathy and ignorance in the world. I keep some motivational booklets handy at my bedside and the endtable in my living room...and I read a page or two when I need a quick boost. I remind myself to stay in the present moment and accept other people and myself as we all are. (This sometimes takes extra...

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How do you define tact? Do you consider yourself a tactful person? Tact = Consideration and compassion combined and personified. I really make an effort to be tactful, I am employed to deal with the general public, so I guess I'd say I'm professionally tactful. I hope that practice carries over into my private life as well.

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Would you rather have a SUV,truck, mini van, or sadan A sedan. I like sitting low to the ground and the ability to corner sharp curves without much concern. My Camry is the best vehicle I've ever owned...period.

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Do you have blinds or curtains? Why? On each window (and the doors with windows) I have both blinds and curtains, except the living room which has only roman shades made of bamboo, and my bedroom which has roman shades made of linen behind room darkening draperies (I work graveyard shift).

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What type of people do you get along with best? I get along with practically everybody I meet. I like to "work the room" when I'm in public, like in the gym, at a party or family reunion. The ones I click with are of two sorts, people a decade or two older than me; also, laid-back, free-thinking intellectual types with a philosophical bent.

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Who did the best drum solo you have ever heard? Most certainly Gene Krupa! He also had the first recorded drum solo. It was featured on "Sing! Sing! Sing!" Here's a link: http://www.drummerworld.com/Videos/GeneKrupashowtime.html

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How long could you last without getting on your computer or watching tv {be honest will power isnt important} Teevee? Rarely watch it anyway...I might go the rest of my life without that, no problem. Computer? After a couple of weeks I'd be itching to check my email and surf a couple of my favorite sites.

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ENGINE IDLES FUNNY IN GEAR BUT IS FINE IN PARK AND NEUTRAL,,,,WHATS UP WITH THAT? ITS A 1989 MAZDA B2200 PICKUP 2WD CARBORATED,,,ANY HELP IS GREAT,,,THANKS Tweak your idle speed faster.

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What is the weirdest thing you have heard or done to get rid of a phobia/fear? The fear of spiders (arachnaphobia). I had it bad. I adopted a pair of bright green tarantulas...I named them Bruce and Bill. They helped me through my jitters and I eventually became protective of them and enjoyed having them around. I still enjoy watching spiders...wolf spiders and jumpers are my faves.

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What age is the majority of the earth's people? I'm guessing they're pre-teens.

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What is the smallest, most random, inconsequential thing that you just happen to know about your best friend? He lightly taps his lower front teeth with the end of his pen while he's working on a crossword puzzle.

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I have a 1991 plymouth colt.Started it up put it in reverse.got out to the road put the car in drive and it died. I put it in park and and tryed to start it but it just turned over.When i push the gas it stays running.Once i let go of the gas it dies. Possibly dirty injectors ...possibly complicated by dirty plugs. Probably overdue for a tuneup?

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Do you listen to music that is not in your own language? like i listen to German music and i don't speak any German. Indian popular music, is a favorite. I also like latin American tunes in Spanish and Portuguese. I enjoy Tibetan chants. There are others but these are most often heard in my home.

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Grab the book nearest to you, turn to page 18, and find line 4, What does it say? ..."requesting the set-up of new listings to appear in the white pages should contact their local telephone service provider"....

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What's the last thing you bought that did exactly what it was advertised to do? My new coffee pot. Works like it should....

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Americans: Would you vote for a heterosexual presidential candidate? Why or why not? They're pretty much the only ones from which to choose. The only ones I've ever voted for were overtly heterosexual.

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Would you have an one night stand? Sure, is this an offer?

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Would you date a person who's 5ft tall? Yes, I would actually prefer that height!

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Have you ever dated a brown person? Yes, a darker skin than mine...we still see each other from time to time.

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Do you drink V8? Yes, very good before my workout at the gym. Especially when I'm in a hurry for a snack. Also tasty as the main ingredient in a V8-Bloody Mary.

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What is the first thing you think of when you hear grassy meadows? Horses grazing in early summer.

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What are your favorite quotes? For today, it would be: "I have a report of a flimsy rationalization in progress." (from Phil, Ruler of Heck, The Prince of Insufficient Light)(my fave Dilbert character)

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What if Uncle Sam and Aunt Jemima had a baby? An entrepreneur who gets wealthy manufacturing patriotic pancakes.

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Would you like to read my great american novel? I wrote it in 2 weeks. It's about a cannibal vegetarian. As a vegetarian I would be curious about the plot line and etc. I'm guessing the story is quite surreal...if that's the case, I really would enjoy such a story. It's got to be a hoot! When will the publishers be finished with the first run? ;-)

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Is it possible to neutralize the acidity of your stomach by drinking lots and lots of antacid? I doubt that it would. Taking more than the recommended doseage of medication would cause you more problems than it would solve. Besides that, more acid would soon be added to keep its natural equilibrium. So your experiment wouldn't last very long.

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The Daily Show just aired an episode spoofing homosexuality as a disease. They showed two fellas having a necking session on a couch. How many televisions will have bullet holes in the USA tomorrow? Probably only a few. The Daily Show doesn't seem to draw too many rednecks and bigots as viewing audience. Daily Show viewers are pretty cool folks. The skit would appear to be quite funny, I'll have to check it out.

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If one of my teeth start wiggling, is there a way to make it "tight" again, or will it never be, and is destined to fall out soon? (I will first give my disclaimer--see a dentist and don't rely upon strangers on the Internet for medical diagnosis.) I'm guessing you may have periodontal gum disease. When it gets to the point of a wiggly tooth, you very well may have an infection, do not write off a dentist, this infection is in your head and could potentially cause serious complications. Until you can...

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WHAT ARE THE PROCEEDURES AND STEPS FOR EACH DEPARTMENT IN A RADIO STATION SUPPOSE TO WORK Can you narrow down your question? I work in commercial radio and can tell you that the answer to your question would fill a book and requires college level course work to explain your inquiry. Our general manager could spend a week lecturing how only one department works, let alone all of them. Please give a realistic question. Thank you.

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Which country alone in the Middle East has nuclear weapons? Israel

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Complete: I have a ____ and I'm not afraid to use it! microphone

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________ is my dream car! 1957 Mercedes Benz 300SL Gullwing (or convertible in a pinch).

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Are there any teachers that you still remeber from primary school? Yes, Mrs. McDermott in kindergarten. Mr. Ogen from 5th grade. Mr. Fink (really) the principal.

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My right side power locks are not working but my left side is? could it be a fuse or the entire right side front and back door motors or what? You might check for a vacuum leak in the system. Many automative locks operate by vacuum.

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Can someone explain what is the deal with the Barbra Streisand/Bette Middler/Gay community thing? In a nutshell. Babs sings of pathos and human emotion performed as a mixture of song and theatrical performance and first premiered at the "Lion Club" the top gay nightclub in NYC. She was an overnight success. Bette was a regular performer at gay bathhouses at the beginning of her career. In particular the Continental Baths.

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How much niacin do you use to help with a drug test Sorry to break the news to you, but niacin in any amount will not do what you hope or may have heard of.

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I am thinking about buying a 2 story Manfactured home any one company better than another? Where do you live? Many companies are regional. In the Great Plains, "Heritage Manufactured Homes of Nebraska" is quite reputable.

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How do YOU decide what is and isn't right? Wrong in my world = what would I not like or what would offend me if done by another person to me. Right in my world = what would I appreciate and what would please me if done by another to me. If in doubt, I would refrain from acting or speaking.

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Does money grow from trees? Actually USA currency is made of 75% cotton and 25% linen...there is no wood pulp based paper at all in it. So, money doesn't grow on trees. Coinage, of course, comes from mines and is milled. Credit cards come from plastic that is usually petroleum based.

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What is a nostalgic smell to you? Lilacs and dill weed in the garden with fresh mown alfalfa wafting in from the field.

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If you could change your accent what kind of accent would you change to? Scandinavian...it sounds sexy and sophisticated at the same time.

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Why would people actually murder for differences in religion? You can find the roots of this on AB. Answer a religiously oriented question the "wrong" way and all sorts of downgrading and negative comments pour forth. I think much of it comes from an insecurity some people have about themselves. If they are feeling weak, they allow indoctrination in religion and/or politics to take ahold of their lives. People who are more relaxed about such...

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Does it bother you when users answer a "Yes or No" opinion question without elaborating? no

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Does anybody make their own chocolate? (I am kind-of craving chocolate, that is why I ask.) I start out with unsweetened Ghirardelli chocolate powder then stir in Eagle brand condensed milk slowly, in a double-boiler until the chocolate is dissolved and smooth...I then add sugar slowly to taste (the best part is the tasting). When the mixture is fairly thick, I pour it into a shallow pan either flat or with nuts or other small treats to cover it. Allow to cool, then indulge. If...

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What color hair do you have? Is it long, short, straight, curly, thick, thin, still all there? Red starting to go white. Most is still there, I have a standard men's short trim for my wavy hair.

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What are you sitting there thinking about? What I can do when I go home. I'm counting down the minutes until my shift is through...it's been a tough day. As of 4:30am CDT (USA) I have half-an hour to go.

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I cleaned my pleated fabric window blinds with water and laundry detergent and they got huge dark stains on them as a result. Is there anything I can do to fix this? HELP!!! Need more information. What color is the fabric? What material is the fabric? Is the fabric old or fairly new? What brand/formulation of detergent? Was the water hot or cool...clear or dirty? What was the original soil or stain you were trying to remove?

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Why is there an expiration date on sour cream? So the consumer can know when to expect the product to go from sour to rotten.

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I had a dream the night before last that I was supposed to be going to the prom in 30 mins but I was not prepared and had to get ready completely last minute.Last night I had a similar dream about graduating highschool.I am 20! What can these dreams mean? I don't know you personally so I can only guess that you are "bringing" problems to bed instead of letting go before bedtime arrives. You didn't complete your profile so I don't know if you are in school or beyond. I wouldn't put much stock into interpreting dreams anyway since most people have an intuitive feel about what their own dreams mean. There is no...

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What's your favorite academic subject? Did you or will you major in this? Eastern philosophy...particularly Buddhism.

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How did you decorate your room and how is it like you? Mostly my bedroom is done up in tropical style...lots of things like faux tiger and leopard print fabrics, pictures of palm trees and islands, some figurines of lions and tigers on shelves. There is a fake bamboo tree in one corner with stuffed monkeys hanging from the branches. It's like my personality, because I like adventure and have an ecclectic, wild outlook and a very open mind....

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How come on humans, it's called hair, but on animals, it's called fur? Semantics mainly, I'm sure. However, both critters and people can have whiskers.

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I uploaded a bmp of a duck to be my avatar pic, but I'm still a boring blue bag. Is there something I'm missing? Thanks. Wow! A downgrade for an anwer like mine...yikes!

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Are there more people outside the United States that use this site or are there more Americans? It seems to me that there are not that many Yanks. Does anyone know the ratio? I don't know where the ratio of this would be found. My perception is different. Look at the answers to questions like... What is your state's capitol? Or Where are you now? etc.

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Hsb works for the Phone Co just had to repair terminal knocked down due to drunk teen driver w/pax (phone pole also knocked down). The homeowner, on who's property it occurred, told him the Mother arrived & claimed to be the driver! Your opinion on this? Drunken teen's mom is irresponsibly "shielding" her kid from taking responsibility for one reason or another. In doing so, this mother is teaching her kid to be a burden to society...and likely a continued burden to herself as well.

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How are seeds disseminated? Wind, water, animals (humans included) scatter them about and/or plant them.

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I uploaded a bmp of a duck to be my avatar pic, but I'm still a boring blue bag. Is there something I'm missing? Thanks. Must have a .jpg...nothing else will do.

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Have you ever felt whelmed? As opposed to overwhelmed? Yes, I looked up the word "whelmed". It turns out I do frequently. When I go swimming or use the hot tub. Whelmed is defined as: "to cover with water, to submerge". I learned something today! BTW the other definition is synonymous with overwhelmed...just another way of saying it.

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Do you believe most people care about a better world for themselves by helping to create a better world for all or do you believe most people care mostly about whether life is good just for them and what happens in the rest of the world does not matter? I think most people, not the few who really do act, make themselves feel better by convincing themselves that they are somehow helping to create a better world or that they care about the quality of life for others. It's brain candy for them, but apathy is really what most people feel and act out. People who sincerely care, actually do put their thoughts into action. If most people...

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Bought ford tempo,can get it started by jumping the starter,but will not start if you get in the car push in the clutch and turn the key? The obvious first. Check the safety switch at the clutch pedal? Check the "start" contacts on the ignition switch?

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Do you believe that everybody has "the one" waiting for them? No. Your special someone must be sought out and nurtured. When dating, you might notice common likes/dislikes and a feeling of personal charisma of sorts. You build on that. If, after a reasonable "trial period" you still feel a certain closeness or kinship in many areas and it deepens, it's quite easy to make the assumption that you've met your one and only soulmate. ...

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I don't understand self-harming. I can't see the psychological connection between being unhappy, and cutting yourself. Can anyone enlighten me? (NOTE: It has to be more than simple "attention getting", because there are other ways to get attention.) I'm not that way myself, but I had a classmate who had behavior of that sort. She insinuated that her actions are an extreme version of other people's addictions and less obvious self-harming. At the time, I was a cigarette smoker. She pointed out that my choice to become addicted to tobacco was no different than her "addiction" to slicing bits of skin from her hands....

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What's your state capital? Lincoln, Nebraska

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Why do most American houses have shutters on their windows that are either too small to cover the actual window, screwed to the house, or not even strong enough to protect the window? It's a leftover styling fad. I don't care for them at all. The only ones worth having would be the ones with the ability to actually function to protect the windows.

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Have you ever been on a jungle trip? where? South India and Sri Lanka to view tigers. It was a side trip taken while visiting friends for a different reason...so we all changed the itinery for that portion of the month to Sri Lanka. We saw all kinds of wild animals and interesting plants in Karnataka State but only one tiger there. However, in Sri Lanka we saw numerous big cats. I was glad to be in the Mahindra "jeep"...

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Are you a hockey fan, if yeah, where you from, and what's ur team? I'm from Tampa Bay, and I cheer for tampa bay Lightning. The SF Bay area (originally). The San Jose Sharks are the team I like.

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Why is soil so important? Many reasons...but for us humans, it's where we raise our food.

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Can I paint the rubber insulation over split air conditioner which covers the copper pipes? Yes, there should be no problem.

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What's the DUMBEST thing you've ever been caught saying? The proverbial, "my dog ate my assignment"...our family didn't even own a dog then. Of course I was found out!

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Whats your car's mileage? 22 city 28 highway actual, not as advertised (Camry with 4cyl, 5 speed manual)

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Luck, fate, or chaos? (keep religion out of this) Vague question. Are you saying if something happens to you that you like or dislike that luck, fate or chaos is responsible? In that case it's luck (and your attitude about the event).

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As an adult, how do you make new friends? How do you talk to people in bars etc without them thinking you want to pick them up? I'm not a barhopper. But I do go to the gym several times each week. I've met dozens of friends there. They're mostly not phony either, you don't see them in glitzy outfits, fussed with hair and they're generally sober. What you see is what you get...funky sweat and all. I've very seldom been burned.

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Are there still "hobos"? Or are they all curb residents these days? There might be a few here and there in the US yet. I read a news story recently, Feb. 2007, of one getting run over by a train in the switchyard in Nebraska. The fellow had evidently lived his life on the rails.

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Is it true that if you leave a nail in a can of coke overnight it'll be gone by morning? No. Why don't you try it yourself and see?

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Which is the best bumper sticker you have come across? This one is simple and it zings...I spotted it several times this month. My fave 'o the day anyway.

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Do you like this early time change? I like the US time change at the end of the month and not in the middle. It's less confusing the old way. I suppose I'll have to put up with the inconvenience for many years to come. bah!

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Is the difference between a duck with 2 wings and a duck with no wings just a difference of a pinion? Very punny I gave you your points. I would say the answer to your ? is yes.

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Whats the best thing you've eaten, and the worse? The best thing I've eaten was a vegetarian buffet at ISKCON's Bhaktivedanta Manor in the UK. Everything was perfect. It probably helped that the home used to belong to the late George Harrison. That added to the exotic nature of the meal. The worst thing was a piece a large worm I accidentally ate while eating a red delicious apple. I tasted the bitterness of it while chewing a...

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Whats worse than being short and fat? Being dishonest and unethical and thinking those are positive attributes. Especially using them to get ahead in life.

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Why didn't you become a Doctor? I was more into philosophy and the arts. I also feel faint at the sight of other people's bodily fluids.

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Which era do you enjoy music from the most: the Baroque or Renaissance period? I love both but if coerced to choose, I pick the renaissance for its positive air of reawakening of the arts! Giovanni Gabrieli, in particular was pure delight.

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About Buffet, Why does he not invest into Microsoft I wasn't aware that he does not. The two are friendly towards one another.

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Do you do most things in moderation? What's something that you completely overdo? Chocolate in its many and wonderous forms.

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If you have read 1984 by George Orwell, what was your reaction to the society he presented? Is this type of government good for keeping discipline, or does it encroach personal liberties? I felt dismayed and depressed while and after reading this book. The governing style would keep order, with an iron-fist, leaving no room for personal nor civil liberty. I would detest living in country like that.

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I am looking for a home remedy for opening my pores and disolving oils trapped in there. My pores are very small and I tend to get them clogged with oil. Thanks A hot-steaming face washing, followed up with a hot steaming towel or large washcloth applied for a few minutes. Follow up with a gentle, natural soap then gently rinse with luke-warm water and a quick splash of cooler water. Pat dry with a clean fluffy towel. Do NOT scrub at any point in this cleansing.

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What is the worst thing about your hometown? Bigotry thrives in small town midwest USA.

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Do you think Bush can read? I used to think he was putting on an act...but I think he's limited to an average high school freshman's comprehension level...barely.

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Have you ever punched someone? and why? I was cornered near the schoolyard when I was in junior high. The class bully and his cronies were taunting me. I was outnumbered, of course, so I was pumped on adrenalin and fright. I had nothing to lose, so I punched him on the forehead. It bought me time, but the boys caught up with me eventually and I got pounded...I got another punch in before they held down my arms and legs and let me...

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In India, how should I handle adult beggars and child beggars? Adult beggars, alone...I'll give a few rupees...depending upon the circumstances if my intuition says it's OK. For groups of children, make sure you have a pocket of paise coins to toss and scatter as bait to get you out of a crowd pronto. The paise coins are practically worthless to the average tourist but will still help some poor kid find a bite to eat. Watch out for the...

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How can I travel all over India without spending lots of money? Make some Indian friends over the WWW and other ways of networking. I have a friend in Mumbai who is an absolute treasure. He's a major cheapskate yet knows where the fun and enjoyable sites are. His inlaws are in Mysore, Karnataka State and are likewise great hosts and have the ins and outs on prices and rates. I got some nice prices on hotels at locals rates without enduring...

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What are most people afraid of? Public speaking scares the bejeezus out of most folks.

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What are you doing? Killing time here while I duplicate CD copies of girls' state basketball tournament play by play radio broadcasts.

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Where is the coldest place you have ever been and what was the temperature? Dickinson, North Dakota. It was -36F the day I visited there.

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Other than jelly what else goes with Peanut Butter? - im tired of jelly/jam. This is every bit as convenient and fast. I finish my peanut butter sandwich with salsa. This is especially tasty on whole wheat bread. If you feel really special, add some cheddar cheese and some romaine lettuce to the sandwich. Fast, tasty and filling.

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What laundry detergent do you like best? Purex powdered detergent

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What is the difference Between the mind and the brain? The brain is the biological organ inside the skull. The mind is a description of the concept we describe as what we are thinking, analyzing, projecting, etc.

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Name one thing that's too serious to be joked about? children dying of starvation

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What state capitol in the central time zone does not have a MLB NHL NHL or MLB team Are you asking about the team itself and not a farm team? If so, most of them do NOT have teams, they would include: Bismark, ND. Pierre, SD. Lincoln, NE. Topeka, KS. Des Moines, IA. Jefferson City, MO. Little Rock, AR. Oklahoma City, OK. Jackson, MS. Baton Rouge, LA. Springfield, IL. Lansing, MI. I presume one of your "NHL"s meant NFL?

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My Light Tan Suede Coat was left on the floor in the back of my truck. Now it has Mud and Beer stains all over it. How do I clean it without taking it to the drycleaners? The mud stains may be removed by dry brushing the dirt away first then trying some regular Windex on a hidden spot to check for colorfast problems. If OK then do the rest of the mud stains with that. The beer stains? Good luck the alcohol generally makes a permanent "stain" as it changes the character of the original dye in the suede. Your best bet would be to have the coat...

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Whats the most inappropriate thing you have said or heard in church? In the 1st United Methodist Church I had to attend as a kid, my brother and I used to doodle on the announcement sheet. Often, we would giggle while biting our tongues to keep from laughing because our sketches were bizzare. Once, one of my brother's drawings turned out to be risque'. I saw it and laughed and laughed...it was right in the middle of the "silent prayer"...

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What time do you quit Answerbagging and go to bed? 6:30 am. (I work graveyard shift.)

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How's the public transportation where you live? In small town Nebraska, practically non-existant. There is a van like vehicle called the "Handi-Bus" that runs during the daytime on weekdays. It doesn't run weekends, holidays or evenings. Oh yes, you make a reservation in order to use it to go someplace. I end up either walking or using my car instead.

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If I can't get the cork back into my bottle of shiraz, then what's the best way to keep it fresh? Take a clean, long strip of paper...roll it up to a steep coneshape with the diameter of the mouth of the bottle in mind...stuff the shaped paper into the bottle. (Make sure the paper is wide enough to give you a grip when you want to have another glass to drink.) This works for me everytime.

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Is your room clean? Cobwebs knocked down, furniture dusted, bed made, shelves are tidy, carpet vacuumed. Clean and welcoming indeed!

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Everybody complains about their jobs. Name one thing you like about your job (excluding the obvious...$) I get to play cool music for everyone listening to my show.

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Other than your clothes, what things do you have on your body all the time? glasses, wristwatch, ring

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Shaken or Stirred? Bombay gin with only the slightest hint of vermouth, stirred in a stainless pitcher strained into a martini glass chilled to 10F or colder garnished with a green olive stuffed with pimiento. Simply excellent!

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If life is a journey, how's the trip been for you so far? Smooth to start,but twisty turny on childhood highway. Lots of rough riding and unexpected detours and obsticles on the adolescent freeway. After a treacherous and foggy beginning, there was more smooth riding on the young adulthood turnpike with only a few rough bridge approaches at times. Cruising along adulthood throughway has been bumpy at times with concern for my well-being and...

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I want you all to tell me how you feel in just 1 word, no more than one word, be honest ! ! plbbbbbbttt!

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Have you ever been stalked or stalked someone? Yes, by a neo-Nazi in 1983. He didn't agree with something I said on the air (I work in broadcasting). He called me up at work and home (I had an unlisted phone number...spooky) and told me my whereabouts hour by hour by reading his journal entries. He threatened my life after the third week or so, he held his rifle next to the phone and cocked the action. After that, our business...

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Do you look forward to waking up every day for another fun filled adventurous day? My workout at the gym. I schmooze with folks and maintain my health at the same time.

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What shall I do to improve my website www.herbalextract.cn? For starters, the "more" list that shows up on the right side after clicking a link, should be on the first page on the left in that light green area. I would also have the pictures themselves be links, in addition to the captions underneath them. The top banner/title area is a bit busy. The red colored company name gets lost in the visuals of herbs. I'd move it below or...

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Anyone like Mars Bars? Yes, they're tasty.

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Why not cut welfare? who benefits it? In the past, I benefited from it. It was difficult to acquire it when I was a struggling 21-year-old male with no dependents, but I was eventually able to qualify. Most of us who have had to fall back on welfare of some sort do so as only a desperate last resort. There was a severe recession in the SF Bay area in the early 1970's and I was going everywhere looking for work. This was...

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What do you do with used greetings cards? Most go into a box in the attic...I can't stand to part with them yet. A few with clever pictures or schemes get used for some artsy collages.

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Have you ever felt all alone in your life... and the only one you could turn to is yourself... That happens from time to time, most of the folks I know are either too busy for me or have plenty of problems and things on their minds that they don't really give similar attention to my problems and questions than I give them. I realize that to expect that is unrealistic, so I don't. It's been said by a wise man in Asia, centuries ago, that if one cannot find an associate...

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Okay im just full of questions, im a permanent resident in us of a, and wife is canadian citizen, how can i get her here?? suggesstions are all welcome Put her in a car or in an airplane and bring her on down. Once here, the thing to do is determine the type of citizenship that is going to be needed. Start here: http://www.richw.org/dualcit/ Also, check with your attorney for particulars that cannot be effectively answered on a site like AB.

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I have a 2000 malibu and i makes clunking noise on the left front end when you go over bumps or go in reverse backing out to the right. i have replaced the struts and strut housings because thats what the mechanic said it needed. can someone help me Did any mechanic think to check the CV (constant velocity) Joints? Boots? Steering componants (rack & pinion)? Is something loose or out of place within the engine compartment? Without physically looking at your vehicle, I would suggest to at least have them checked.

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I live in a very humid climate and also usually go to bed with wet hair. I have itchy inner ears esp. in the morning or after showering. What can I do to relieve the itching? Aside from what your physician may recommend or diagnose (you really should check with doc first if this is chronic). Have you considered drying your hair completely before retiring to bed? That would be the very first, and obvious, condition I would change.

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What is the difference between a tipper truck and a dumper truck? Dump trucks usually have a larger steel cargo box that primarily hauls road construction or maintenance material. These trucks might also be called "tipper trucks" by some. But dump trucks typically are classified as those that are primarily suitable for very heavy duty use often in construction duty. However, tipper trucks may also include smaller light duty vehicles like a...

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If every American suddenly started saving 10 to 20% of their income as many "experts say they should would it not initially hurt the economy because purchased goods and services would drop an equal amount. Perhaps that portion of the economy might take a bit of a hit. But then China would feel it too, because so much of our stuff is made there. The domestic savings of Americans though would likely be funnelled into such things as mortgages, business development, and etc. This, in turn, would help with jobs and domestic consumption on a different level. I look at the Japanese economy and...

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What is your state appreciated for? I don't know if it's appreciated for these things but it is known for these things: Corn Soybeans Cattle A place for transcontinental airplanes to flyover. Oh, and the Nebraska Cornhuskers....

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Does anyone else kinda like nightmares, that when you wake up your pulse is racing and your not quite sure if it was real? As a matter of fact, yes. After the dream anyway. I haven't had a good thriller in years though. Nightmares are simply mind boggling.

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Ever flown first class? Do you think it's worth the money? Yes, but it was a free upgrade from coach because I was ill. I'm glad I did because it was a trans-Pacific flight and I doubt if I would have been pleased in the cramped seating in coach. Yes, if a person is travelling an extended length journey, 1st class or business class are worth extra $s.

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Have you fired a real gun before? If so, which one? I used to own a single shot .22 when I was a youngster. I mostly shot at targets and old tin-cans. I had a .38 special when I was older. I got rid of them when I moved to a different town and didn't want to deal with them anymore. I rarely bought any ammo for them and barely used them. About the only time I handled them was to clean them. I did fire an antique WW I US Army...

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Do you eat while you are driving your car? Meal type food, no. I'm too much of a slob and I'm too fussy with my car's seats and carpet to chance getting food and drink spills on them. If I'm on a long distance drive, I will have some peanuts, trail mix or tortilla chips to munch. I will then have some plain cold water perched in my cupholder to sip.

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What kind of camera did the famous Rock & Roll photographer, Jim Marshall, use? I think it was a German-made SLR camera. Early on, he shot with Leica 35 mm cameras. The latest entries are from Japanese makes like Minolta and Konica. Of course, in studio is large format.

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Who has a driver license? how old were you when you got it? Sweet 16! I had a learner's permit at 15. I counted down the days on a calendar until I was eligible to take the written and driving tests. I aced both.

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Do you pray before you eat? Not exactly a prayer. I give thanks to all involved in bringing the food to the table. The earth and favorable weather. The farmers and agricultural workers. The shipping companies who ship it. Warehousing companies who store and distribute it. The retail stores who sell it. The person who prepares it (if it's not myself). This is a good way to remember all the hard work that...

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Can vinegar remove meth out of your system? I have a drug test tomorrow and need to get cleansed. Good luck on your test. Sorry no cheating. The body doesn't work like that...it's a process not a beaker that can just be rinsed out. Drug rehab would be a good way to permanently cleanse your system though. Have you thought of that?

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Did anyone ever buy a KTel product? If so, what one (s)? Does "Disco-Fever" count? It was a compilation of disco dance hits of the day, but each cut was edited into a short version.

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Who made our great ancestors if there was no god? The latest research postulates that apes and humans evolved from a common ape like ancestor. The researchers have found evidence of a hominid species that has characteristics of human ancestry...one that has different roots than neanderthal species. Humanoid research is a branch of science that is frequently updating itself with momentous discoveries.

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My ultra suede shirt faded on my new cream leather purse. Any ideas on how to get it off? Experiment with this first on a small portion of the stain: Spray some regular Windex on the stain, then use a soft brush...try an old soft toothbrush. Blot off the excess Windex then finish with a gentle leather conditioning cream and buff to a shine.

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Actually saw this one elsewhere, but wanted AB thoughts! Give me some songs that would be in poor taste with subject matter. (ie: "Happy Days are Here Again" with depression or "You will Always be a Part of Me" with cannibalism) "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do"... Played at a wedding reception.

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What city would you not like to visit? Must I choose only one? How about a world city and a US city? World city: Baghdad US city: Birmingham, Alabama

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If you could live in one place for the rest of your life and never leave (like no vacationing), where would it be? London, UK

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What is the food that you crave most often? tortilla chips

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What's the last thing you did outside? I brought corn out to my poor, begging squirrels.

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What culture besides your own do you admire and why? Tibetan. Many reasons. Including a simple (not easy) lifestyle, an ethical values system that works well without irrational, forceful threats. Peaceful, generous, gentle people. The list goes on, but these give a good set of examples.

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If your house/apartment was on fire, and the fireman told you if you hurried, you could go in and bring out just ONE item, (not a pet or person) what would it be? Why that specific item? If you don't count companion animals, my laptop computer would be it. I have duplicate records of nearly everything important I need to access.

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What are you wearing at this exact moment? A solid green pullover sweater, khakis and brown shoes.

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Do you know/heard of someone with a funny name and what is it. A little girl named Piper. I always think of an airplane whenever I see her.

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What's your favorite word? amour A sexy way to say "love" in more than one language.

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Why does my cat growl at her newborn kitten?She takes good care of it ,but if it cries she growls like she is about to attack him.There are no signs of her being aggressive with him but this concerns me. Sounds normal. Just a bit more strict than most mothers would be. She sounds like quite a scold! The kitten will likely grow up to be passive.

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What did you pay for your first car? What was it? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS...bright red. As a third owner in 1970, I paid $800 for it...a lot of money in those days. The original MSRP was $3,489 (in 1967 dollars).

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Where is the best location for a honeymoon? Languedoc or Marseilles in France. Stunning old world charm and culture in a very romantic setting. Either of these would be very memorable and fun.

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How do you clear your thoughts? Meditation. Focus on the breath and paying attention to what is happening around you in the moment. The meditation is done as a formal practice each day. It is done informally whenever you think of it during the day or night. I call these mini-informal meditations "checking in with now".

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Hey guys question:i've been working out for about 3 months and keep getting annoying muscle spasms/pulled muscles. i feel i'm doing all lifting correctly but i do'nt know.i'm weightlifting to gain muscle mass.i work out 3 times a week,m.w.f. Ask yourself these questions and give yourself honest answers. Your problem may be in the following areas. Proper cooldown routine? Plenty of water? Balanced diet? Proper amounts of vitamins and minerals? Abstaining from steroids and enhancement products? Plenty of sleep and downtime?

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Why Americans love to flash their flag everywhere in their own country? And don't say cause americans are the most patriotic or proud, cause they're not any more then ppl from other countries. It's a successful marketing campaign. People like to boast about name brand products they own or want. Look at the soft drink logos on everything. Automobile logos on things that have little or nothing to do with your daily commute. The Apple logo on ads. The same sort of mindset is behind this. Also, there seems to be a herd mentality afoot. The US is a land of immigrants with...

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What's your worst enemy? Usually, the culprit is my own proud egoism.

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Who went through and down voted all my questions to -3? You might try some detective work. Not that you can do anything about or to the creep. There was a spate of that with my questions. I've got some very strong suspicions about three individuals. I can't prove anything or if I could, what could happen? Would the morons lose their memberships? Wherever people congregate or communicate, some turn out to be killjoys. <sigh>...

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What disqualifies you from being drafted to the military If there was a draft, they wouldn't want a too old, too flabby dude like me.

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I have grown up believing sex is a completely natural thing to do, and premarital sex is an everyday occurance in my society. I think this view will be hard to change. Would a visit to mecca in the future make this okay? What's your opinion on the matter? Let me see if I understand you. You are of the opinion that your sexual expression is of an uninhibited nature. You are comfortable with this viewpoint regarding sexual behavior. You are of the opinion that your viewpoint is difficult to alter. A visit to the most holy location and shrine of Islam would validate these opinions. I don't see any obvious connections. Are you...

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Some believe in God, some believe in evolution. Any chance they're both right? The beliefs in gods, and goddesses, demons and such have themselves evolved throughout the aeons. Beliefs are assertions. People feel that they are correct about their own assertions, hence many folks unquestionably think their own beliefs are right. Hence, in their own minds, they could be right. I don't like the black and white dichotomy of this question, it is irrational.

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What's your favorite urban legend? The one that claims there is a gang in Omaha that is so cold-blooded and mean that they drive with their high-beam headlights all the time at night. If you are the unfortunate soul who flashes your own high beams at them, they will follow you and shoot you to death. I think there are variations on this in different parts of the world.

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Do you use a bath tub or shower? At home I bathe, there is no shower installed there. At the gym I shower. I work out almost daily, so showers get the majority vote for me.

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Are you aware that by May 2008, the law will require you to carry a national ID card? Yes, I find that fact disturbing. I at first thought it was like the proverbial black helicopters and other urban legends. There are other plans, like injecting an ID chip into every citizens' bodies so we don't have to carry a credit card, cash or identification. The implications of any of these are enormous. What will we do about these kinds of actions?

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What's your favourite breed of cat? And why? A standard everyday grey and white tabby. They seem less pretentious. My "Spike" has really long whiskers and a really loud purr that blends with his "meow" when he gets the munchies. All of that together makes him pretty darned special.

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What is the turning point of your life? A confluence of major events occured in 1989. So, I would have to say living through 1989 was the major turning point in my life. They included: The death of my mother. The death of my lover. Two of my closest friends moving out of state. A promotion and shift of responsibilties at my job. And a very close brush with death while I was driving my car on an off-ramp when my cruise control...

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What is the lamest excuse you have ever used or had used on you for breaking up? My ex used this as a stinger: "I don't want to have to introduce you to my friends." I'll never forget that phrase, because I had introduced many of my friends and coworkers to this so called steady partner.

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If you had to watch a movie of your life, would there be any parts that would make you cringe? My junior high school years...yuck! My foray into christian fundamentalism and then my reaction against that right into a subsequent foray into new age occult stuff...too strange and creepy! My early years in the media rank down in the pits, too.

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What color is your vehicle and do you like it? White Camry. Very generic...unlike other cars I've had that were bright and attractive to thieves. I enjoy the car and am happy with white.

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If you could, would you want to be a vampire? The sight of blood makes me feel faint. No thanks on the vampire deal!

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What is the safest Aircraft? A helium blimp. Like the Goodyear Blimp. NOT to be mistaken for a dirigible like the Graf Zeppelin...that was filled with hydrogen!

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If you could change your name to anything you wanted, what would it be? I think "Javier" would be a name that would give me a more suave and sexy image.

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How do u get hypothermia? A couple of quick and unpleasant ways would include: Immersion in very cold water Insufficient or improper clothing outdoors in cold and/or cool damp weather conditions

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Where do dolphins sleep? In oyster beds!

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Do you treat food as 'entertainment' sometimes? Certainly. Picnic meals would count. If you enjoy entertaining with fondue, there's another one. My stepmom cooks Thai cuisine, the serving and enjoyment of that is surely entertainment.

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Windows users: What is your longest uninterrupted uptime, when running 24/7 on your machines? If you honestly cannot answer the question, then please, at least post the statement "I don't know, here's -3 for you" 523 hours 12 minutes according to my log (a little over three weeks) on Windows 2000

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Do you personify Anonymous as being one entity? Anonymous, whether here or generally as a social moniker, I picture an amorphous blob.

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Some people say that "love dont cost a thing". what do you think about this? I'm almost completly distracted by the poor grammar. So if love doesn't cost a thing, that singer needs to take the savings and spend it on tuition and go back to school for remedial English lessons. That is what comes to mind.

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Has there been any scientific evidence proving or disproving a prevalence for looking at a clock on the 23rd minute of the hour? It's habitual. I always manage to catch 1:23.

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When you get the money from your income tax return, what are you going to use that money for? All of it into my savings account in the bank.

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What job would you least want to do? A laborer at a municipal sewage treatment plant or, equally unappealing, someone who services septic tanks.

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Who do you think was prettier during their famous years, Marilyn Monroe or Elizabeth Taylor? In as much as both were complete knockouts, I will give the edge to MS Taylor who had/has a certain fetching sophistication in addition to her classic beauty. In spite of what some people say, MS Taylor still retains a spark of that beauty, albeit more voluptuous and much more mature.

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How do you feel about the color red? What do you think about when you see it? I like red so well that I've owned two cars that had a bright red finish on them. A red Camaro RS and a tornado red VW Quantum Syncro. When I see something bright red, my mind says "el Toro".

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Why don't sheep shrink when it rains? The only sheep that are raised today are sanforized...the patented anti-shrinking process. I understand they're now working on perma-pressed sheep. The wonders of genetic engineering. ;-)

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What kind of boat would you like? A clipper similar to my avatar

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If you could have any view from your back porch, what would it be? The Aegean Sea

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What's an example of an oxymoron? (Not asking for the definition, give me an example) Dodge Ram

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I returned from Iraq with PTSD,my tolerance of things in general is at an all time low, I do see a Psychiatrist, but am interested in finding a web site dealing with PTSD that is focused on peoples experiences in Iraq. http://tile.net/news/index.php?news_id=5383 Dog Star, Thank you for your service to our country! It pains me that you and people like you must suffer so incredibly. Have you tried the newsgroups? There is a link to one above you might try on your newsreader. There might be some contacts or further links. I'd first try the above group since it is advertised as being moderated....

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What do you think should be done to people who spread viruses, start hoaxes or create SPAM on the Internet? Stiff prison sentences in a federal or comparable institution.

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Would anyone change their race if they could? Yes, if I could choose asian instead of caucasian.

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What is the best and worst album cover of all time? IMHO The worst is a polka album The best is a Beatles album see pics

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Does instrumental music (folk,classical,rock,all music included) stir your soul,or bring you an ecstatic deep feeling inside? I like it best...I'm not restricted in meaning by lyrics. I love space music, world music and belly dance at present...but am also quite partial (depending upon mood and timing) on big band other jazz and classical instrumental genres.

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If you saw a dog, and it talked. it said it was your great great grandma, would you believe it? Nah! I'd start looking for the ventriloquist.

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Have you ever met someone who is so innocent and sweet that you almost believe that they're an agel? A monk who I befriended at a Tibetan monastery. He has a pristine innocence that can only be found in a mendicant from a third world country. He is so very selfless that I think he would actually forfiet his own life to save the life of another person. He can cry over the least bit of sad news and then almost instantly give you a mischievious giggle if he sees you pouting. ...

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How do you feel when someone answers your question with a "Go to a doctor"? I can't figure out why anybody would ask about a potentially serious malady and then possibly trust the judgement of some stranger from who knows where and of who knows what ethical background or skill level on the Internet of all places. I see these sorts of questions every day on AB and am completely baffled.

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Do you personally know anyone that is racist? Two actually. One is a great uncle who calls anyone who disagrees with him a "race traitor". The other blatant racist is a coworker who has some odd cult-like decals on his pickup truck and takes great joy in putting down hispanics.

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What is your favorite radio station? 106.7 The X Located in N.E. Nebraska USA

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What is the farthest from home you have ever been? Kathmandu, Nepal on a pilgrimage in 1974. For all practical purposes, the opposite side of the planet from where I called home.

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Happy Imbolc, everyone! What are you doing on this glorious holiday? I dusted off my statue of Brigid, did a longlife meditation and went for a long walk on that day.

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Whats your favorite cleaning product? Goo Gone Takes the sticky residue from labels off. Also works on grease pencil marks. It's my favorite, because I use it on many objects.

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If you had to wear a necklace with an emblem on it, what would it be? A Kalachakra mandala.

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What piece are you when you play Monopoly? Top Hat

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Do you like chili? Chili is a fall and winter staple at my house. I do it up vegetarian style. I even like veggie dogs done up as chilidogs.

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What do you think an original idea would be for a restaurant? Native American cuisine? You could eat things like Indian Tacos (very filling and tasty). You could have different types of dining. Eastern seaboard style, great plains style, southwestern style, west coast style, Alaska style...etc.

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What is one thing love cant function without? Empathy. Whether altruistic or romantic love is the subject...empathy is the vital ingredient.

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Where's the party tonight? 406 East Phillip, Apartment 4 But I wasn't invited over...<sigh>

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Would stepping on an ant hill be considered genocide? Inhumane? Yes! Genocide? No!

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What does green smell like? An alfalfa field in the middle of America in early summer after a rainshower.

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What foreign language do you think I should learn? Ill do my best, top 3 answers win Arabic...we need more people who can communicate with middleasterners. (BTW...what do the winners win?)

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When was the last time you saw someone in public with a mullet? Yesterday, he was walking down the street chatting on a cellphone.

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What brand of food do you feed your cat? Alley Cat dry. Skipper absolutely loves it!

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Do you think another form of government would be good in the U.S.? What do you think it would be? Parlimentary system along the lines of the UK...without the monarchy. This would help with the quandries the US often finds itself in with the chief executive.

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What is your definition of boredom? Forgetting that I enjoy solitude.

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Did you enjoy your very first school dance ever? Yes, I was very fortunate to be asked out by a classmate who had a crush on me. She made the first request, I paid the entry tickets. She was quite sophisticated, so I followed her subtle cues on everything and had a fantastic time. She let on to her friends that everything was my idea and that I was the suave sophisticate...I'm forever indebted to her humilty and smarts.

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Do you use a travel agent or do you book your own travel plans? I get estimates on the WWW so I have a ballpark idea of what to expect for flight, hotels and activities/siteseeing. Then I use a conventional walk-in travel agency (located within walking distance of my house). I like how my travel agent handles every detail, especially some that I might overlook. All of this at comparable rates for tickets and absolutely no charge, to me, for the travel...

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Is anyone else struggling through the snow/sleet/ice storm? Yes, it's our second one of the season. At least this time we have electricity in the aftermath. There is frozen slush that makes the going tough both by vehicle and on foot.

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Can you describe your chilhood in 1 word? outcast

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Why do people (including me) use the abbreviation "LOL" so much? I think it's just habitual. I never use it. My friends and acquaintances use it quite often, even for conversations that aren't all that funny. Sometimes I wonder if the people using it are even paying attention to the effect the "LOL" may have on the recipient of their communique'. I find it mildly irritating.-

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How long should I wait for a reply from a modelling agency after I have sent my pics? 2 weeks max. You should be doing the follow-up to show that you have initiative.

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Does poverty cause crime? Not at all. It might be an enabling factor in much petty crime and some acts of violence. I know that the majority of very poor people are not criminals and also mean no harm to other people. It only seems like poverty might cause crime because there are more poor folks than rich folks. I look at the headlines and see that some extremely wealthy people are involved in crime, too. Some of...

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Are you a passive smoker? No! I kindly let my friends and guests know they are to use the patio and outdoor ashtube provided for their convenience. Also, our workplace is an enforced smoke-free environment.

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If everyone on answerbag were to meet in one city and fill it all up, what city would it be? LeMars, Iowa

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Do pheasants chew their own leg off to escape from traps made by hunters? Pheasant traps? Never heard of such a thing! I thought the legal way of obtaining pheasants was with a firearm! Even if they would get caught in a beaver or bear trap the leg would probably already be severed. If not, I doubt if the poor bird could do a chewing job. They'd likely die of shock first.

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Where does the fuel injector go on a 1997 chevrolet blazer Your question makes no sense. Your injectors are already installed on the intake manifold. Check the area with an intake from the air filter/cleaner housing. I hope you're having help with this repair...it can be tricky because of the fact that the fuel is under pressure and could be a severe safety hazard. Especially for a "shadetree mechanic" with limited skills. ...

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In church im an altar server and when im standing up there during mass i usually feel weak and i feel like I need to faint and sit down. what can i do to help me feel better? First, have you had a physical checkup recently? (my caveat...beware of medical advice from strangers on the Internet) My guess is that you might have a mineral or vitamin deficiency...possibly iron. You might also pay attention to what you have for breakfast or the meal before your altar duty. Is it well-balanced? Are you careful not to have too many sweets and caffiene? Are you...

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Why do some birds eat grit? The specific location the grit is stored is within the gizzard. As mentioned in the other answers, it is an integral part of the digestion cycle.

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If you can be any cartoon character you want to be, who would it be? *I would be Jughead, the character in Archie comics. :) I can relate to Bugs Bunny's character big time. If I was him, I could make money by being myself!

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Does music influence any part of your life? It helps me to acquire my paycheck. I spin tunes for a living.

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Did the invention of Rock n Roll really change the world or do market forces make a greater impact? IMHO, 20th Century music evolved from the flapper styles and early jazz, to big band swing styles, to boogie woogie, to rock n roll. All of them were cutting edge for their day. Entrepreneurs hopped on board the trends and capitalized on them. So, what I'm saying is there was more of a synergistic evolution with deep roots beyond both rock n roll and the market. The world changing...

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What are the key differences between Kadampa and Zen Buddhism? They are quite similar in approach. The main differences, of course, are cultural. Kadampa is associated with the Gelug school of Vajrayana or Tibetan. Zen is associated with Japanese Mahayana schools. There would be some minor ritual differences as well. Also, Kadampa would have some practices with tantras while the Zen schools work with sutras. Metta, swabby

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Is it true that Rush Limbaugh and Al Franken were classmates in high school? Nope. Another urban legend. They grew up in different states.

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If you had 10 mins to live what would you do with your last 10 mins? Call 911. That out of the way, I'd have a short mindfulness meditation.

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Who do you think will end up being the last surviving Beatle? Paul McCartney. He has a great attitude. He follows healthy lifestyle and dietary habits.

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It seems Spring has sprung here. How is the weather where you are? Very changeable in Nebraska USA. We had nearly 50F Thursday afternoon, lovely sunny sky, calm winds. Partly cloudy with 32F, barely a breeze at 1:00am CST. (now) Some parts of the area have ice-jam created flooding conditions near the rivers and streams. We are currently bracing for a major winter storm. Thunderstorms are predicted, then heavy snows with blizzard conditions to sock us...

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What does life mean to you? Life is living and experiencing the lows and highs and feeling a thankfulness for both and everything in between. Life means being present in the present moment...fully aware of what's going on within you and outside of you. Life also means understanding that every person and every creature and every plant are interconnected in multiple ways. We depend upon one another for survival....

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If you could make anything by hand what would it be? A hot, crispy pizza with all the goodies on top...created entirely from scratch and baked in my oven. I do this from time to time for my pals.

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Do guys find girls who are into music [instruments] attractive? Virtuoso violinists of the female set are stunning!

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Are we dust in the wind or was Kansas pulling our leg with their decision to call the album 'Point of Know Return'? I always considered *Dust in the Wind* as a brilliant metaphor for human life. The album name is a fantastic philosophical statement. Both titles are great thought starters. Take some time to ponder both...you'll pick up on some sharp thinking behind both.

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What if what you thought was great, was really great, but not as great as something greater? It would mean that I probably bought into the hype of something that was advertised as something really great, but found out that what I already had was greater. So that would mean I should probably pay less attention to pitchmen from Madison Avenue and be less judgemental.

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As part of my ongoing Egg obssession, I am attempting to replace word sounds with egg related things. For example "egg-salad" instead of excellent, and "egg-hatch-lay" instead of exactly. Anyone else have good ones? egg snoring mouse = ignoramous eggs cursin = excursion egg's box = XBox

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What is your opinion on male pregnancy? You didn't specify species. Male seahorses get pregnant. It's quite an interesting phenomenon.

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Before going to sleep, what do you usually do? Read a little bit out of a wisdom or self-improvement book. Then-- Put on my CPAP mask and turn it on....then zzzzz

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Would you please tell me one thing you haven't told anyone for years, maybe never? Thanks OK, since you've requested it, and only because of that, here it is. "That outfit does make your rear look fat." Thank you for the opportunity to get that off my chest. The last time I truthfully said that to someone who asked, she wouldn't speak to me for a week!

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Why do women keep asking if they are pregnant? Does that seem risky to anyone else to ask that on AB? I'm amazed at that plus all the other folks looking for medical diagnosis of other sorts of maladies. So many chances for people to take unnecessary risks with their health by not consulting a physician instead of strangers on the Internet!

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Besides me, does anyone else like to sit and listen to thunderstorms and watch the lightening? It's one of my favorite pleasures. I've been amazed many times by them. The aftermath of them sometimes leads a friend and myself to philosophical conversations, too.

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Why do we call it a TV set when we only get one? Well, it is a couple of things together. The sound portion is an FM radio of sorts. The visual portion is an AM radio of sorts. They're combined together into a set.

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Does anyone have anything to say to my dog? He turned 5 today! (btw- he's in the pic;)>>>> Arf, arf, ARF, arf to you Arf, arf, ARF, arf to you Arf, arf, ARF, arf sweet canine Arf, arf, ARF, arf to you (Barked to the tune of Happy Birthday To You)

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What is the smallest plane you've ever flown on? A Piper Cub that I had a ride in when I was a kindergartener in 1958. It was my first air flight, too.

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I have auburn hair but have recently had a number of hairs grow in black and white (and of a different texture). What would cause this? Welcome to the wonderful world of aging! Hair follicles start to manifest all sorts of odd surprises as we get older. It's normal.

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What are your thoughts on "creepy man neck" The odd hair that grows weird down the back of the neck? I don't have any thoughts on it...other than I didn't know that's what it was called. I just take my beard trimmer to it...never gives me any trouble or embarrassment.

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What do figs taste like? Dried figs sort of remind me of crunchy versions of raisins but not quite as sweet...delish! Fresh figs somewhat the same but even less sweet...positively addictive...but be careful...they're quite the laxative!

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Where were you in 1984? Spinning records and CDs on the radio in Nebraska. Taking a month out for a trip to see the UK.

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Which of the addiction you thought, you could never leave and then you left it? Cigarettes and all tobacco...by persistance.

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At what age did you start drinking coffee? 10 y.o. My family has Swedish ancestry!

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If there is a car out there that could best describe you what would it be? A Tata Sumo. It goes everywhere I want to go. I think of my friends and myself zooming around exotic places in one of these.

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What's the sweetest dessert that you have ever eaten? A "chocoholic's delight" at one of our local restaraunts. It consisted of, if I can remember all the componants, a dark chocolate chunk brownie, served with a scoop of Moose Tracks ice cream, a scoop of French chocolate silk ice cream, garnished with chocolate cherry candies, drizzled with dark chocolate syrup with chocolate bar shavings over the top of everything. I got...

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Is there anything you can do to relieve the pain of an impacted wisdom tooth that causes migraines? Until you get to the dentist. Purchase some Anbesol then apply it with a Q-Tip as needed. But do make that dental appointment ASAP...you'll be glad you did.

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With one word can you fill in the blank? I heart ______. America

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Can anyone tell me what kind of business license you need to open a feed store? Do you need any permits?Where would I go to get a business license. business will be in Georgia This is probably a good place to refer you to some real experts. Check out: http://www.sba.gov/ Good luck!

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What are your top three favorite quotes? Always do right; this will gratify some people and astonish the rest. --Mark Twain

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What is the chance that aliens do exist? No! I did some reality checks and came up with no real evidence for either. It would be fun and fantasy if these were true...but alas...not so.

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What is the difference between Liberals and Conservatives definition wise? Conservative theory, in a nutshell, represents restraint and traditional attitudes in social and economic issues. Liberal theory, in a nutshell, represents progress and egalitarian attitudes in social and economic issues.

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To those of you who DID NOT vote for George W. Bush, in as few pages as possible, why? I can recognize a bully when I see one. When I saw and heard him speak, I had him pegged. It turns out I was right.

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Which type of alarm clock do you prefer? The digital ones that sound like a dying duck, or the ones with bells on the top? I have an antique Westclox clock with one huge bell (the entire back of the clock) that sucker will wake me if I need to get up extra early. My regular clock is one of those Zen Chime clocks that looks like a pyramid. It starts out with long gaps between a single chiming, then progressively shorter gaps. It's amazing that it works, but it does the trick.

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Do you prefer cake or pie? Key lime pie baked inside a graham cracker crumb crust. This is my specialty and is often requested by friends and family, too.

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What healthy ways to spice up plain yogurt? Mango or mango juice and a sprinkle of Rice Krispies or similar rice cereal...very exotic.

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What is the most effective plant for photosynthesis Algae

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What's the first concert you ever attended? Cheesiest wins! Grand Funk Railroad

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Are there any philosphers/thinkers whose writings aren't difficult to read? Bertrand Russell and Henry David Thoreau come to mind, but I find nearly all others to be way over my head. Have you read Jiddu Krishnamurti? (AKA J. Krishnamurti) If not, start with his question and answer format style in *Think On These Things*. He was an amazing person and his writing and speaking were gems of simplicity and solid wisdom. I can't recommend him highly enough!

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Does anyone here still listen to shortwave radio? Yes, I find it more enjoyable than on-line streaming because I have to make an effort to find the stations. I like hearing Radio Australia and Deutschewelle for a challenging listen. Radio Nederland for programming. I still miss the old Radio Moscow broadcasts and those from the East German propaganda centers. The blatant propaganda from Eurasia was always fun. Now all that's easy...

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What saying do you hear that annoys you? ("working hard or hardly working" I only smile and laugh because you are a customer!) The customer is always right.

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What Kind(brand, operating system, etc.) do you have/are on? And on a scale of 1-10 how would you rate it? Windows NT

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If great minds think alike what do not so great minds do? Conform with mediocrity.

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Do you wake up looking forward to work or dreading having to go to work? Most of the time I look forward to work...I love working in the media. There are only a few days that I don't look forward to a workday, that's if there is foul weather...then the audience uses their phones and interrupts our work, which is already more difficult during severe weather.

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If you were lost in the dessert for two days, What would be the first thing you'd be glad to see? The Good Humor Ice Cream Truck!

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How to remove bottom bolt of alternator on a 91 buick regal. Can't get a rachet in there? Do you have an articulated adaptor? The one that has a universal joint. Barring that, try a flat conventional wrench of the correct size or a crescent wrench. Slow, but should work for you. You may still get a bloodied knuckle though. Good luck!

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Do you work with someone you wish would just stop showing up one day? Yes, my boss.

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How can cable providers justify the amount of "Paid Programming" they show (especially late at night and early weekend mornings)- aren't they getting paid at both ends then? As a media worker I can tell you they can justify the ads and the end-user charges, because they can. It's all about making profit. Think of paying to attend the concert of your favorite singer. Have you noticed that there is often a "plug" for the record label and management company? They also, often plug the Tshirts and other souveniers available in the lobby. Same...

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I scratched the paint on my car from a white wall. How can I buff this out? Without actually being provided a photo of your problem, I'll need to guess. If it's just a slight scuff with white paint only, apply a small amount of auto wax/polish to a soft cloth and lightly rub it over the deposited white paint until it "erases". However, if the scuff has breached the clearcoat, you will have only a temporary fix with the similar treatment and...

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Who do you think is the greatest Vice President in US history? Harry S. Truman

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Any thoughts on the flag of Lithuania? It's rather stark and bright. I think of other European flags that I can't tell apart without a guidebook or Google search.

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Whats your favourite song of all time? It depends upon my mood of the day as my tastes are very, very eclectic. This week, my fav song of "all time" would be *Begin The Beguine* and it has to have been performed by the great Artie Shaw.

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What's your favorite piece of artwork? Composition with Red, Yellow and Blue by Piet Mondrian I've loved its stark simplicity for many years. It makes me feel centered and purposeful.

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If you could get rid of one of your bad habits what would it be? Grazing or snacking ... very bad for me

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If you had 20 dollars, what would you spend it on? Some posies for my sweety.

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I want to get a powerful subwoofer for my car but was told I need an aftermarket radio.Is this true? Yes, you'll need more than the radio, you'll need a quality pre-amp and amplifier system as well...basically some quality electronics would be in your vehicle's future.

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If you have, how long did it take you to date the waiter or waitress from the first time they served you? It didn't happen to me. However, it happened to my dad. After mom passed away, he started eating at Pizza Hut. The waitress/manager and he started dating about 8-months after his regular dining visits and requests to sit in her section. Less than three years later they married. They celebrate their wedding anniversary on Valentine's Day.

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I'm travelling from the USA to India on a business visa. What documents, etc do I need to go through customs in India? Easy. Your passport. Your entry visa...apply through your travel agent, they have connections to companies that will arrange this for you through the nearest Indian consulate. Make sure you have the address of your host or sponsor handy. Bon voyage!

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If there's one mistake you'd like your generation NOT to repeat, what would it be? 1. The widespread apathy towards important issues, especially political apathy. 2. The addiction to teevee and how it has led to the neglect of civic and family duties. 3. The loss of idealistic motivation to preserve and improve our environmental treasures.

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Shouldnt there be a sub category attached to the "crazy thoughts" category titled: "nonsense?" as demonstrated earlier today where a question was rejected because it was "nonsense" or would this be in favor of the trolls? -if so, lets drop the idea, lol! Certainly there should be. One person's nonsense is another person's nivana.

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Is it OK to hew on a few coffee beans for a jolt of energy? How many would you recommend? I do it all the time, I do it just to munch not for a buzz. I imagine, if you can stand the taste a dozen or so would be OK. There are some candy shops that carry chocolate and other candy coated coffee beans. They're more tasty than plain.

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What's your favorite Ray Stevens song? *The Mississippi Squirrel Revival* It's pure slapstick comedy!

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If you could bring back 1 TV show that had ben canceled what would it be? The Twilight Zone

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What do you when performing First of all, keep focused...don't let your mind wander. Put on a happy face with smile and let yourself just be without trying to be cool or special. This works for whatever you perform, music, theatre (watch the smile part depending upon your role), public speaking, etc.

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I am gonna try to last the whole school day tommorow with gum in my mouth without my teacher noticing. I'm am personally not worried but one of my teachers is really good at finding out that stuff, she has eyes on the back of her head. Any advice? Keep it lodged between the cheek and gum. Cheers! swabby

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Will the Flying Spaghetti Monster punish Atheists? All pastafarians must arise and let the news go forth that those heathen who doubt the goodness of our beloved Flying Spaghetti Monster shall be basted forever in the most frightening of basil sauces. Not only that, but the benefit of parmesan cheese shall forever be withheld from non-believers. Furthermore, it is said that those who disbelieve in his holy noodleness shall forever be sent to...

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What is your favorite flower to receive as a gift? Gerbera daisies. They're big, cheerful and last a long time. I especially like getting a single plant in a pot with a solitary bloom...what a fun and cheerful statement!

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Have you ever said "I love you" to someone and got something really unexpected in return? I said that to my best pal. I got a chili dog and a plate of sauerkraut in reply. (I had not been invited over for a meal and he had just cleaned up the kitchen so it was completely unexpected...we still have a chuckle over that one because he did it on impulse.)

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What's the best gift you ever received for Valentine's Day? A night on the town in Vancouver, BC. Then and there my special huggems and I started our steady relationship that would last for nearly 15-years.

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What is the approximate average cost to rent/buy a medium sized house or apartment in your town? ... where? In a small Nebraska city, an average size house or condo for middle class buyers is just over $100,000 US. Mortgage payments start around $550 US per month. Rental on something similar would be just over $400 US per month.

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What do you do when your norten virus protection wont let you load new programs?it comes up as try unistalling or remove norton virus and try again < Be careful with this advice > If you are loading from a disc, open the Norton window and temporarily disable the anti-virus/spyware feature. Then, if you are loading from a trusted disc, go ahead with the install. When the install is finished, immediately re-activate all Norton features you disabled. Make sure you are NOT connected to the Internet when doing these procedures.

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Anyone want to adopt? I think adopting children is awesome? Why does it cost so much for someone to adopt children, it makes it almost impossible to adopt in the US, why *that is what I heard)? Those children want love too. Adoption is for keeps unlike foster parenting. Creating a family with adopted kids is a very wonderful concept and should certainly be encouraged. The problem is that the wonderful idea and the reality don't always coincide. Usually they do in the USA because of the stringent screening processes. Every party involved needs to be 100% in favor of the creation of the new...

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Does anyone here just go and give someone points, just for the sake of giving points, not even reading the question or answer? Sort of like an anti-troll. I'm thinking maybe a reformed troll with a guilty concious? I give or take only on merit or demerit. I rarely downrate.

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What was your favorite book you were forced to read in school? *The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn* by Mark Twain got me hooked on ol' Sam Clemins and reading in general. The teacher didn't have to twist my arm to read *Tom Sawyer* later on.

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Why is salt bad for your cars paint? It's a corrosive chemical of caustic nature. Also, it is abrasive. It's also not very friendly to the steel body of your vehicle either because of the fact that it accelerates the oxidizing of iron and other metals.

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Do you believe that the made-up Mormon religion of Joseph Smith is any more ridiculous than all the other, older, just as made-up religions? Why? I rated you back up...it's a legit question. I don't know about saying "ridiculous". Targeted to the incredulous might be closer to what I'd say. Not so much as a couple of famous 20th Century additions to the religious collection such as the inventions of Hubbard and the like.

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What's the most awesome display of nature's power that you've personally witnessed or been in? See my answer to snow and thunder at: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/130847 I also would rank very highly, in a slightly different phenomenon the line of three tornados I saw many summers ago in the late 1970s (I can't remember the exact year anymore, only the sight and sounds.) There was a tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service for an area to the west of the...

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What was the first rock song that really shocked you? "The Pusher" by Steppenwolf. It has the lyric, "god damn the pusher man". This was when life was a bit more innocent and issues were less "in your face". The other one that comes to mind was when I recieved the "Woodstock" album in the mail. My mom was in the room listening to it with me when Country Joe McDonald started singing "The Fish...

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If pigs actually flew, would we have special umbrellas and extra protection for our cars against pig droppings? An umbrella would be a must, heavy duty car wax, yes. I'm thinking about house and yard maintainence...special boots for mowing the yard. Heavy duty trees in case they'd roost in those. It's a horrible nightmare to think about. If you hit one on the highway like sometimes happens with birds and insects, the windshields and car grills would need to be more solid.

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What is your favorite food in the whole world and why? Wintertime: A crockpot stew with many veggies and goodies with a mushroom soup base. Summertime: Potato salad gets the nod.

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What is your favorite state and why? California is tops. I have some great memories of the beautiful landscapes, parks and beaches. I have wonderful friends in LA and San Francisco. Some family members in San Leandro and San Jose. I'm only touching the surface.

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My 1991Honda Accord EX vibrates when it is put in gear and when it it idling at traffic light, etc. It also jerks in gears whole driving. Is this an engine, transmission or a problems with the motor mounts? It has an automatic transmission It's likely a couple of problems you mentioned. Of course, I can't tell for sure without a test ride. The vibrating at idle while stopped at a signal light tells me you need to tweak the idle speed upward by a few RPMs. If the transmission is jerking or is unstable at highway speeds, your tranny needs urgent attention. Have that looked at ASAP.

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CPAP Users: Has using your mask changed the shape of your nose (nostrils) or your face in any way? Not really affecting the shape of my nose or anything. I do have a red spot on my fore-head for a couple of hours after awakening. I look like I've converted to Hinduism or something. Of course my mask has one of the pads that positions between the eyebrows. I keep everything tight to avoid those annoying leaks. I hope your CPAP is helping you out. I'm finally used to it after...

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I am selling my windows 98 computer and I need to wipe it clean but the kid I am selling it to still needs to be able to use it? Just do a hard-disk format, then re-install the Windows 98 operating system. Make sure you have the emergency floppy ready before you do anything.

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Does anyone here know or has met a famous person? If yes, who? I've had the good fortune to have met several of them in the line of my job. (Media worker) My biggest thrill was to visit with Johnny Carson. He was in Norfolk, Nebraska many years ago to film segments on the NBC television special "Johnny Comes Home". I met him on the street with his entourage and my boss...all of them taking time away from work. He was dressed in a grey...

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Can you sleep with the light or the TV on? I sometimes wake up in the morning realizing I left the light on while reading, but was wondering if anyone else did this. In the past year, I've done this a few times. I installed an energy saving fluorescent light bulb in my bedside lamp just in case. It used to be that I had to have total darkness to sleep, to the point that I had room darkening shades AND draperies installed.

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Whats the best brand of pudding to make into a pie? My mom swore by Royal. After trying the different brands, Royal does have the edge on tasting more like created from scratch and homemade.

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What are your fav color roses and is there a reason? I like the peach colored with light red on the edges. They look festive and fancy at the same time.

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How many drive-in theaters are left in the U.S.? I've seen the same "Globe" article. There is a nice one about an hour's drive to the west of my home called the "Starlite Drive In" they show first-run films. The place draws quite a good number of patrons from within the small town and area that it's located

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What impact does your religion have on your life? It messed me up. It's taken awhile to jettison the dogma and prejudice I once harbored and protected like a favored vice. I have retained a spirituality in spite of the wrongs that have been done to me by organized religion. I have come to the point of forgiveness of those who persecuted me and my friends.

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What is your favourite sandwich filling? I like a good egg-salad, not the kind in department stores, but one with a hint of a zippy spice to it. It should be served on whole wheat bread.

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If I were to pass a law to take most sexual themes out of movies would you agree? No, the current rating system is working quite well. There are already too many attempts at censorship in this country. Censorship is a favorite tool of despots and religious fanatics who want to impose their own viewpoints onto other people. Laws like the ones you imply, would make the USA feel too much like Iran or Afghanistan. I think most people in this country would likewise find such...

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What would be your first reaction if you found out that one of your immediate family members was writing rather smutty "Romance Novels"? I'd ask to review the drafts so I could find out if I was used to inspire any of the characters. Otherwise, I'm OK with it.

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Does moral self-righteousness annoy you? I used to really be sensitive to it. But there is so darned much of it these days, I'm becoming immune to most of it. I wish more folks would find out how liberating the outlook of "live and let live" can be. But I wouldn't require anyone to subscribe to it or it would immediately lose its power. (Sort of a conundrum, eh?)

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Hows your day going? Mighty fine. Occasional light snow flurries outdoors (not like New York State). The folks I've seen so far, are in good moods. There's a generous, upbeat feel to the early morning today.

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I just had a fight via e-mail with a realtor who placed an ad with spelling and grammar errors to a property site I subscribe to. When I corrected her she attacked me with malice! So I ask, why don't people care about grammar and spelling anymore? Oh, Ausbabe, I feel your pain. In addition to the flood of horrible grammar and stinky spelling, I suffer through phrases like, "i hav luv 4 u" or "u r so kewl" from casual acquaintances in email and regular paper memos. I think it's a combination of laziness and the widespread opinion that sloppiness is somehow cool. There has always been a problem of folks...

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What is your favorite brand of sneaker? New Balance trainers and running shoes are the best for my fussy feet.

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Whats the worst meal you have eaten? and were did you get the food from? An aunt invited me over for a visit. It turned out that she was serving oyster stew, it was made out of Carnation powdered milk and a can of oysters dumped into it. I had to add several spoonfuls of butter and tons of crackrs to kill the taste. She served baked apples for desert, but they were tiny crabapples and were not hollowed out for any filling. Just whole crabapples...they were...

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I got a speeding ticket. I gave my license to the officer who filled it out with my dad's name, license #, birthday. My dad wasn't with me. How do I fix this? It seems doubtful, but can it sufficient grounds to get the ticket dropped in FL? Uh, how did he get the wrong ID? It would seem you have worse problems than a traffic ticket. Good luck!

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Who is your Favorite Beatle? (2009-12-09) John Lennon. The guy was the driving force in so many ways. His writing and singing were from the heart AND the mind. His voice spurred me on, too. That doesn't discount the other members, who were shining lights in their own right. Harrison would be a very close second on my list.

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Now that I'm a level 22 on answerbag can I drink a toast to it? Why, certainly. Make sure it's your favorite beverage!

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What is the dirtiest job ever? Septic tank cleaner or toxic waste technician several of equal rank come to mind.

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Do you think the mayor of San Francisco will get re-elected? He's been a good mayor, albeit controversial at times. His major constituencies will probably overlook these personal flaws. He should have a good chance of being re-elected should he choose to run again.

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Who does that song that repeats the line "All my friends are dead" that is constantly shown in the Jackass series and its spin offs like Viva La Bam? Are you thinking of the Turbonegro song "All My Friends Are Dead"?

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Have you ever eaten Indian food? Yes, some wonderful dishes at the roadside in Maharashtra State. Some mean green pea masala in Mumbai. Breakfast in rural Karnataka State is not to be missed, some lovely vegetable dishes served up with sticky basmati rice...with a mango chutney that looks horrid but tastes wonderful. Drink a tempting, refreshing lassi if you do nothing else. Recipes can be had on the WWW. A beverage...

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How does a self cleaning oven work? Extreme heat incinerates the baked on glop. That's why the doors lock you out when you use the cleaning function.

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How do I get blog traffic? Have a very simple but catchy name that relates to the main subject of your blog. Make sure the URL is easy as well. So many of both the blog and the URL are incomprehensible and not memorable.

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For a school that would have the initials of it put on the uniform shirt, would you rather it be Christ the King, or Christ our King? I think I see where you're leading with this one! I'll go with your second option.

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Any thoughts on Alison Krauss? An absolutely heavenly voice. Her music is like the nectar of the goddesses. She can do no wrong in my book.

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Do you think Crown Victorias or Cheverolet Impalas make better police cars? Crown Vickies look more mean. I like some of the Mustangs and Camaros on midwestern highways even better.

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I would like to improve my running, but since I have ankle problems, is there a less painful way to excercise those muscles instead of only running? Exercycle? Regular bicycle--weather permitting?

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What is your thriftiest money saving idea? This is a real skinflint idea: When wrapping sandwiches for your brown bag lunch, reuse those plastic produce bags (rinsed out of course). You can save a bundle on the cost of commercially sold sandwich bags, plus they can hold larger sandwiches or other foods. I also reuse the produce bags to cover leftovers in the fridge.

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When you travel; do you go out of your way to make sure you don't have to get on a plane? I actually try to find places to visit that require air travel. I used to have a fear of flying, but the more I took airplanes, the more I was able to enjoy the trips. Now, I'm hooked on flying...I just wish it was cheaper.

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What songs have the coolest effect as a soundtrack when coupled with a conspiracy theory video? "On The Run" by Pink Floyd (from Dark Side of the Moon).

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Who enjoys getting older? Well, it's been better than not getting older. It's been a mixed bag. I have more self-confidence, patience, knowledge and such now rather than decades ago. Nobody much cares if I have more self-confidence, patience, knowledge and such. I'm pretty much invisible to potential romantic partners versus, I was on plenty of people's romantic radar decades ago.

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How can you make a cat bark? Get yourself a copy cat and put her with a barking dog?

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How do you make a dog go woof? I stare at Rex and tilt my head. He woofs at me a couple of times and then tilts his own head the same way. We both get a charge out of our little game.

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Have you ever seen the inside of a court room? Yes, I contested a speeding ticket that was unjustly issued. The judge ruled in my favor. (In 1977 during a severe cold snap, I was driving my 1973 Chevy Vega uphill after having just pulled onto the highway. A sheriff's deputy cited me for going 90mph. I testified that my car could only go 45 mph in that situation. He agreed, saying his wife owned one, too.) The deputy was given a...

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What is the most overused phrase yet underpracticed philosophy to date? "Live and let live". I would love to see this universally practiced.

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Would you ever let your best friend date your little brother/sister? I did "let" my best pal date my sis. He was a perfect gentleman. They eventually married in 1992. Now he's my brother-in-law.

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How much cash ya got in your wallet, pocket, and/or purse? $53.27

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Do cigarettes really have cocoa in them? Some cigarettes have it as a flavor enhancer to some degree or another. As an aside, back in the late 1970s or early 1980s there were some cigarettes that were supposed to be tobacco cigarette substitutes. They were made with ground up cocoa bean hulls. The things were horrible...I couldn't even smoke half a pack.

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Have you ever been completely naked in a public place? Or would you ever go nude on a nude beach? Yes, I have. This was during the first steaking fad in the 1970s. This happened north of the Twin Cities in Minnesota. I've also been on the nude beach in San Francisco and caught a cold afterwards...it was chilly that day! Brrr.

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Why do we have hair on our toes? We have hair on nearly every skin surface...unless you're going bald headed.

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CARE-A-MEL or CAR-MULL? (the sweet stuff, caramel) It's all about context. I think care-a-mel sounds smooth and tempting. I picture some lovely caramels in a fancy dish waiting for me in an elegant setting. Or gooey caramel inside of a costly candy bar. I accept car-mull in the description of caramel-corn, like Cracker Jack or that found in Karmelkorn shops in shopping malls. Especially Karmelkorn because it's the nastiest,...

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Is it possible for mankind to live forever on a paradise earth? There would be as many definitions of paradise as there are folks to inhabit the place...so probably no paradise is possible. Also, everything has cause and effect. Impermanance is the one over-riding fact of all that there is, so the place couldn't last forever either.

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What is the best grocery store you have shopped in? My neighborhood HyVee supermarket. It has everything imaginable. They have a well-stocked deli and there's even a small cafe in one area. Very nice!

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How can i stop my hair from shedding on a daily basis? (every two days) While minimal shedding is normal, if it is noticeable, you might try analyzing your diet. Are you having balanced meals on a regular basis? You might wish to try a quality multi-vitamin or one that is formulated for scalp and hair health (check with your physician if you have sensitivities to food suppliments). Also, make sure you're use a very mild shampoo with few if any chemical...

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When did you first start skateboarding? 1966 on a very steep neighborhood sidewalk in the south area of Lincoln, Nebraska. My skateboard was a "Sokal" that had standard steel rollerskate wheels and mechanism. Very primitive, but it was retail. I don't skateboard anymore due to my age, but I appreciate the advances in technology and presentation skateboarders are capable of these days.

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My cat ate some bread I mistakenly dropped on the ground, was jsut a small piece and was a homemade loaf. There any problems for her? or even benefits of a cat eating bread? There should be no problem. Felines often munch on plant based snacks from time to time. Grains, should cause no problems at all. Check over the ingredients of a dry cat food bag. You'll notice it contains grains, soy byproducts and the like. If the kitty ate the homemade bread, consider it a compliment to your baking skills.

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Complete the sentence. I am afraid of___________. Virginia Wolfe

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What do you look for in a fiction novel? I first choose an historical novel, especially one that has some of the secondary characters who are recognizeable figures in history, some whom the reader could likely find upon doing minimal research. I enjoy getting into the day to day routine of the main characters, who are likely average type people set in the time frame. What are their mores and social expectations? These are...

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How do you prepare your grits? OR- if you dont prepare them- how do you like to eat them? I pour the grits into boiling water while whisking briskly. As I whisk, I add the salt and peppers. I continue whisking until the mixture is sufficiently thickened. When finished, I place into large bowls, smooth it around the interior of the bowls, then ladle in some delicious, hot chili. Top it off with freshly shredded cheddar. Then enjoy!

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How was your day? Fantabulous and a touch flirtatious. Working nights means that today (Monday) was, in effect, my Tuesday. I found out I received a pay raise, too. Can't beat that one anytime soon, I'm sure.

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What can you do if you have missed your calling? Accept your life and move on. Life on this planet is varied and wonderful with opportunities galore!

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What do you think is overrated? Popular entertainment and culture

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If I look up at the sky and see a shooting star, will someone looking up at the sky across the country see it too? Depending upon the position in the sky, your distance from the coasts in the US and time of night. Say, for instance, you are in Marin County, California and see the meteor west of zenith, somebody in Pamlico County, North Carolina won't see it due to the curvature of the earth and atmosphere. If you're in Cherry County, Nebraska and spot a meteor at full zenith, then the folks in...

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What's the weirdest or most embarrassing combination of things you've ever purchased from a store? Cat food, a carton of Winstons, tampons for my cousin, and Redi Whip.

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If you could choose a song to die to, which would it be? The fourth movement of Ludwig van Beethoven's ninth symphony which incorporates a part of "Ode an die Fruede" (Ode to Joy) by Friedrich Shiller. I can't think of a better song to celebrate my mortality.

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If you farted in a bottle and sealed it up tightly so no air can get in or out, and then opened it a week later would the air in the bottle smell like the fart? This question is like a bad trainwreck, a guy has to look regardless of whatever. I'm thinking that the "gaseous" odor would precipitate to the glass and either diminish or undergo a chemical deterioration and give off a different sort of odor. Odors are basically chemical solutions and hence, have the ability to disintigrate over even short periods of time. This would...

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How can I justify myself as a good leader to a bunch of 11 year old children, while still being "cool"? Don't even think about being "cool". Kids will pick up on it right away and you will be looked down upon. The best way is to be a firm but compassionate adult. (Are you going to be a school teacher?) In other roles, like being an adult friend or a friend of their parent, just be yourself and show an interest in the kid(s) individually and as a group. Mainly be someone they...

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Is Splenda calorie free and fat free? While Splenda could be considered a pesticide, it does have 20-calories, 0-grams fat, 0-grams saturated fat...per serving.

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Who sang "One Guitar?" I'm not certain this is the title. Foreigner did "Jukebox Hero" with the phrase, "...He took one guitar, juke box hero..." Is that close?

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My 10 year old tv has only 1 audio input. When I play music on the dvd player, i can only hear the left or right audio, depending on if the red or white cable is plugged in. Would a RCA audio splitter (1 male, 2 female) fix this problem? A "Y" connector? I use one on my old Zenith TV, it works great.

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Do you close the bathroom door even if your the only one in the house? Only during a bath, it keeps the warmth and humidity in the room.

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The one thing that would make my life better is................. An effective diet that I can follow.

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Why is "Acme" used to denote things that are of cheap or poor quality? Actually, it doesn't. Acme is highest grade or degree attainable. The word "acme" is often used in cartoons, like the Road Runner Show as a bogus brand name of a product. This may have given you a false idea about the word.

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Favorite lame dance move? Mine is the fish... The Shrug

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My son keeps waking up in the night saying that he keeps seeing bright lights what does this mean Without the benefit of a personal interview with your child, I would venture a guess that there might be a neurological disorder or a problem with the optic nerve(s). Of course this should be mentioned during your son's next visit to the optometrist or physician. Maybe this is triggered during REM sleep. Asking for a diagnosis on the Internet is unwise, so I would recommend a...

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Does it have to be plain water or will seltzer do the same thing? For what? Losing weight? re-hydrating? making cocktails? If you're drinking water for health, plain water is always best. Seltzer water has added air bubbles that can make you feel discomfort. Also, it costs more than just having some regular water. They both hydrate your body the same. If you're mixing a drink, get a pure, quality seltzer water and you'll be fine.

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What is the best shampoo and conditioner that is avalible outside of a salon? Please list two, if you would. I use Jason "Thin To Thick" shampoo and conditioner products. Sometimes I alternate with their "tea-tree scalp normalizing shampoo" and forgo the conditioner. All of their products are organic or natural, no harsh chemicals are used. You can get these in health food stores.

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Anyone know who makes the Eucharistic host (pre-transubstantiation)? One major baker is Cavanaugh Altar Bread out of Greenville, Rhode Island.

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Where was the worst place you slept? Why? In the front seat of a rental Chevrolet Lumina (1997) on a hot-humid night in eastern Wyoming. All the motels were full from the Sturgis, South Dakota motorcycle rally. Our motel reservation was not honored. The seats in the car were that fake velour material, the wind kept banging a ranch gate nearby. Mosquitos buzzed in when we cracked open a window. I probably slept a total of 15...

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Is it better to wash vegetables with soap and hot water, or is the soap residue worse than the pesticides? To remove especially difficult residues, like wax from cucumbers, etc. There are vegetable wash solutions available in supermarkets that are completely safe. Otherwise. a mild dishwashing soap will not hurt you. Use a very diluted solution in cold water and rinse in running water as the other folks recommended. The pesticides are something I don't think are at all very healthy.

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What are some weird things that worchestershire sauce would be good on? Peanutbutter and alfalfa sprout sandwiches

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If you had name your child after an object, what would it be? Stella (for Star) for a young lady Rocky for a young man

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Do you have a dog? If so, what's your dog's name? A very friendly "Heinz 57" multicolored scruffy mutt by the name of Rex.

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Have you ever read anything by Noam Chomsky? Do you agree or disagree with his views? I have read many of his books and booklets and I tend to agree with much of what he advocates. I was also privilaged to see him give a lecture a few years ago when I visited NYC.

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Why was my poetry question cosidered nonsense? i thought it would be fun. Folks are simply too serious these days. Poetry is etherial, so there should be no right or wrong answers. Maybe this is just poetic justice for expecting light-hearted fun?

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Is there anyone else on this website that shares an interest with me for quilted stainless steel? if so,why? Are you refering to the thick guage sheet steel with the "lug" patterns? If so, I've enjoyed it ever since I recieved a sample of it as a high schooler when studying various building materials in class. I've kept it throughout the years in my desk drawer and ponder it when I stumble upon it. However, I do not have an unwholesome, overt interest in it...probably only...

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Which past President do you believe would have better handled the 'war on terrorism'? Why? Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Judging by how he managed World War II, he and his staff would certainly be up to the task.

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Based on previous answers, questions and comments, knowing me, do you like me or not? You're a sweetheart and precious. The world would be poorer without you. You're likeable to me. (Your avatar was a bit off putting at first, but I got over it.)

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How do you defend yourself from someone who attacks you with a banana? I make them freeze in their tracks with blobs of ice cream. Then I throw crushed nuts and pineapple at them as a further diversion. Then I make sure the attacker is stuck by sqeezing out some thick, gooey chocolate syrup. I top it off with my secret weapon...the combination of new improved Reddi Whip and a marichino cherry. It works every time.

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Do you believe in the saying "nothing lasts forever"? Impermanance is the nature of the universe and its contents. Even the universe is undergoing changes, it will never be the same as it was even a moment ago.

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Why isn't there thunder when it snows? Uh, yes it can most certainly happen. When it does, it is absolutely fantastic! I have a name for them: Thunderblizzards! The first one I ever witnessed was in 1979 in Norfolk, Nebraska sometime after midnight. I was driving my old Honda Civic westward on Norfolk Avenue (main street) to hit the 24-hour grocery for some snacks. There was the beginning of a huge, dangerous blizzard (the...

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Whats your fave. thing to do on a snow day? Playing around outside like a little kid during the daytime. At night, it's fun to do some simple baking to make the house smell nice and tasty. Later on.....some snuggling....?

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If you were to come back as something after you die what would you want to be? I'd yearn to be a unicorn. I'd then be a legend and have lots of stories and songs written about me. But not too many as to cause an overinflated ego. I'd be a humble unicorn.

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I wonder what happened to Alice and her Resteraunt? (From "Alice's Resteraunt.") Believe it or not. A few years ago I ate at "Alice's Restaraunt". It was located next to (I think) a "Days Inn" hotel in West Yellowstone, Montana. The place was very nice, not fancy, and served nice country style breakfasts. I also remember the tables at the time sported "Moose Drool" beer bottles as bud vases. A great memory, spurred on by memories of...

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How do you clean the windows in your mind? Chant after me: "OM" (Hold and repeat for at least 60-seconds)

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Does anybody here have the same name as me? wayne? I'm not, however, one of my best friend's and coworker's name was Wayne. A heckuva fine guy he was. I lived in a town in Northeast Nebraska named Wayne. The official plaque at the courthouse credits the namesake "Mad" Anthony Wayne as the source for the name of the town. The town is pleasant enough and has a state college named...wait for it...Wayne State College.

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What is your favorite appetizer? Crab rangoon is the best I can fantasize about. I sure wish I had some right now.

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Whats a good Horror flick that youve seen recently? I rented a scary film from Thailand called "Garuda". It stars Dan Fraser and Sara Legge. The effects are outstanding and the suspense level is just about too much for an old dude like me...I liked the fright factor.

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What book are you reading now? What about in the future? *The Devil In The White City* by Erik Larson It's about true events in Chicago back in 1893. Regarding the difficulty of successfully hosting the Columbia World Exhibition (world's fair). The other intrigue involves America's first serial killer. A swindler/scoundral who called himself H.H. Holmes. The book is amazing. In the future? Something new from His Holiness...

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Why didn't the Dodge Omni get targeted for jokes even though it was the same size and genre as the Yugo? The name Yugo simply lends itself to snickers. Omni is a fairly neutral sounding name. On the other hand, one of my favorite oxymorons is Dodge Ram.

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I gotta go get a snow shovel. Will you be here when I get back? See ya later alligator.

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Has anyone been hypnotised but not woken up? And they were not even told they were hypnotised in the first place. No. That's not how hypnosis works. You're thinking of the Hollywood version of what looks great on the screen. Under hypnosis, you're still lucid, only more "open" and relaxed. Anything else is being faked for staged benefit...even unpaid participants. Trances are not like drug-induced stupor or full-blown sleep. Being more open or relaxed allows a person to...

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Who is/was the greatest philosopher of all time? Jiddu Krishnamurti of the modern era. Shakyamuni Buddha of the ancient era...gets the edge.

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Do you watch less television than you did ten years ago? I rarely have time to watch anything. I haven't turned on the teevee at home in at least 6 or 7 months. I watch only one show at the gym...30 Minute Meals with Rachel Ray. That's the sum total of my viewing. Really.

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Do you believe in Evolution if so do you think Humans will evolve further? But of course, all things evolve, including homo sapiens. We have a few major roadblocks to further evolution, IMHO. Our bullheaded notions of always wanting to be right, whether in groups or individually. Those same bullheaded notions often lead to violent, often fatal, conflict. Some of those conflicts may very well lead to thermonuclear catastrophe. Then, who knows if our...

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What's you thought on the group PETA? Are the pics/movies they show really of animals that are being abused, ect? Yes, the images are legit and real. I wish more people would look into PeTA and form their own views instead of only accepting the opinions of PeTA's enemies in the mass media. I think that it is also sad that if I say that I'm a card-carrying member of PeTA, or give them an honest positive review, I have a very good chance of getting a negative rating on AB. I wish folks...

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Why doesn't moving water (such as rivers) freeze? A river is in my backyard. I am looking out my window now (2/1/07) and see that it is presently frozen solid.

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What am I if I believe in some sort of higher power but don't believe in organised religion? You'd be in a really fine place. I would hope you're not looking to put yourself into a definition box. I would hope that you simply live and appreciate the gifts along with the challenges that you encounter in the journey on your life's path. Keep your heart clear and may you attain wisdom. Metta, swabby

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Do absolutists frighten you? Absolutely make me sad for them but not absolutely frighten me. Just once in awhile, the ones who have access to weaponry and/or children.

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Who watches the Price is Right :D? I love the show and admire Bob Barker...what a classy dude!

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Do you drink coffee at night? Night and Day. I work the graveyard shift, nuff said?

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Where is the strangest place that you have been naked? At White Bear Lake (City), Minnesota on the beach at the lake skinny dipping with a couple of pals in the afternoon, close to the highway. The lake is located within city limits. (On a dare, this was when "streaking" was first popular in the 1970s.)

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How does the US healthcare system work? (In terms that will make sense to a foreigner please!) We don't have a "system" in the sense that they have one in the EU or the UK. Ours is a pay as you can afford. If you can't afford one of the health insurance plans, usually subsidized at some workplaces, or if you can't pay as you go, you're pretty much out of luck. There are a few shining exceptions. Some people in California and a few other states have...

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Have any big plans for Valentines day? My honey and I are planning a trip to Valentine. That's the small town in north-central Nebraska. There's usually some low-key Valentine's Day activity planned for that little town, we've never taken that in. So this year seems like as good of a time as any.

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What do you do to get yourself in a better mood when everything seems to be crashing down? I get involved in the ritual of getting ready for a formal meditation session. Lighting candles, incense, getting my cushion arranged just so. Doing the breathing exercises. Then I just sit in meditation. The ultimate reality check works wonders.

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Would you consider yourself 'well read'? I've been a bookworm practically all my life. My first book that I remember reading was "The Little Engine Who Thought He Could". I got more serious in grade school with H.G. Wells' science fiction books. I read "The Rise and Fall of the Third Rheich" in junior high--not assigned. I've given myself an informal education on most major subjects by...

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What was the reason for the last time you sent your food back to the kitchen at a restaurant? The pizza crust was way overbaked. Instead of thin and crispy, I got black and nasty.

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I wrote the book on_______. Flubs Oh so many mistakes, so little time!

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Who would you nominate to Guiness for the worst temper? A tie for someone breaking protocol while acting in an official capacity. VP Dick Cheney for losing it many times, especially for using the "F" word in the halls of Congress. Nikita Krushchev of the former USSR. Pounding his shoe on the podium at the United Nations in 1960.

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What are some useful and fun hobbies for a stay at home mom to take up? Flower arranging. That can be fun and also, later expanded into a small, home business.

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What is one thing kids can do that adults can't? Be required to have room and board taken care of for free with no bureaucratic red tape needed to justify it.

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Does anybody else get really paranoid when driving along with a police car behind you? I don't know if it's full bore paranoia, but I get a bit antsy. I start wondering if my taillights are fully legal or if one has burned out....same with the brake lights. I check the speedometer, just to make sure. I usually drive like a kid taking drivers' ed in school--very, very carefully.

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I am going to bed. What is the last thought you would like to leave me with? BE NICE! LOL I have to say it before anyone else does: Sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite.

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My brother has a 85 YJ Jeep Wrangler that has been making a squeeking sound. He replaced the belt and tightened it, but it is still making that sound. It stops when he backs up, or randomly when he stops moving, but not always. What else could it be? Why doesn't he ask the question? If you can find some beeswax, rub it on the working surface of the belt. Do this with the engine off. Advance the engine starter slightly to reach the portion of the belt previously contacting a pulley or tensioner to make sure all the belt has been "waxed". Caution: do NOT use any other substance.

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I planted several Paper Whites and a variety of other bulbs in my garden. I added blood meal and bulb food to the sandy loam. The Paper Whites sprouted but there were no flowers. The same for my other bulbs. What could I be doing wrong? Did you plant them at the proper depth?

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Would the eruption of Mount Vesuvius (Pompeii, AD79) have caused local or global climate changes due to ash and gas clouds? My unprofessional answer/opinion is: Certainly there were short term weather changes around the earth for several years but they would have been temporary. Climate change is considered to be of much longer duration. Unfortunately Pliny the Elder and his contemporaries didn't have finely attenuated thermometers to refer to the way we do in the modern era. It would be interesting to...

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Why has no one asked a question relating to Norway? Ah, men det vært noe Norsk spørsmål her i det siste.

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My 92 Ford Explorer will not start. It cranks but won't turn over. I have changed the battery, battery cables, spark plugs and wires, iginition coil, starter relay, and starter. What could it be? fuel? actual gasoline in the tank? fuel filter clogged?

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Whats your favorite college football team. American football. Nebraska Cornhuskers

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What's a good way to ask a guy to come to your house WITHOUT it sounding gay, I want to get to know him, but I have my doubts. Just ask him over to watch a movie or lunch. I don't know your age, but maybe ask him over to play a video game. Or if you've picked up on some of his interests, ask to do something along those lines. What's wrong if it sounds "gay"? If you're looking for a prospective boyfriend, then sounding "gay" shouldn't be a problem. You don't need...

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What keeps a person from downloading a free trial (Ex. Anti-Virus) onto their computer and when it expires they just download the trial again and again? Does it work? You could do it, but you still wouldn't get the benefits of a subscription. Trial versions are just barebones demos that probably won't trap the very latest viruses, worms, spyware, etc. If you pay for a subscription, you will receive updates on a regular basis and you will lower your chances of getting malicious codes and worse imbedded into your computer. The cost of the...

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What animal matches your laugh? chimpanzee

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How do you handle tailgaters on the road? I go progressively slower and slower...they eventually lose patience and pass. I do this very gradually as to be almost unnoticeable.

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Any tips for getting more books read? You could take a speed-reading course, there are many available. Do a Google search to find one to your liking. But I would recommend reading the same or fewer books, just find excellent quality literature and really absorb and digest it. You'll really and truly be glad you did.

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Why do I feel immense pain in my right side, where my heart would be if it was on that side? You're tensing up subconciously. Try a relaxation exercise of your choice. But...don't just take my advice or opinion. Do have your physician check you out for any hidden condition like a blood vessel or lung problem. It's not wise to have aches and pains diagnosed by strangers on the Internet. Really. Good luck.

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How can you become a better kisser and improve ur kissing skills Practice, practice, practice... After all practice makes perfect.

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I love my life do you love yours? Yes, passionately! I've had a couple of very close calls with death, so I have a hearty appreciation of life. I like being aware of every moment of this wonderful gift.

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When someone is insulted, why do we say it's like being "slapped in the face" when being "punched in the gut" is more painful? Being slapped in the face has the added zing of being the traditional challenge to a duel to defend one's honor.

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What does your shirt say right now? My friend visited San Francisco and all I got was this lousy shirt.

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Chet Atkins or Les Paul. why? Chet Atkins. He opened my mind to also enjoy country music, the Nashville Sound. I've enjoyed most genres of music but was a bit snobbish about country until I heard his work. He did an album "Pickin' On The Beatles" that won me over as an ice-breaker. His collaborations with other artists were full of joy.

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Whats the most random pie you can think of? strawberry-rhubarb yummo!

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Where would you love to go most in the world? Jammu and Kashmir, India The breathtaking beauty and exotic culture. The brush with danger.

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Do you listen to music to get your creativity going? What type? For cooking and baking: techno For artsy pursuits: Bellydance or popular Indian (asian) For writing or brainstorming: electronica/ambient/new age

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What are some good names for pets, whether a cat, a dog, a parrot, etc? I've had these in the past: Polly the parrot (cliche', I know, but cool) Skeezix the cat. (grey and white alley cat) Gypsy the cat. (pure black shorthair) Skipper the cat. (orange fluffy persian tom) Matt the cat (When he meowed, he could only say "mat"...nothing else.) Simba the cat (an orange tiger striped tom) Sam the dog (or Sam the shepherd) Rex the dog...

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How do you earn a living? I'm an announcer/DJ at a radio broadcasting company. I enjoy the work and I like staying on top of the latest trends in music and keeping current with news and sports events.

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What's the most obscure word you have ever used in casual conversation? Avolokitesvara The Bodhisattva of compassion. Used this in discussing types of meditation with my friends over coffee and rolls.

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What does the 'J' stand for in LL Cool J's name? James

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Is it ok to rate a question as helpful if you feel it is wrong that it has a minus score? Certainly, if the answer is valid, one should rate it helpful. Likewise, if an answer has no merit or is misleading, I'll click the other button. That's what the buttons are for.

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Are you a reformed smoker?If so,how did you quit? I quit smoking everyday until it was permanent. I tried every shortcut in the book. I cut way back (tapered off) by one cigarette less each week until I ran into an impasse. I went to my physician to ask for the patch (they were just introduced that year). Instead, he gave me four sample patches of high blood pressure medicine and ordered me not to drive until I had used up the patches....

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What is your favorite food in the whole world and why? Pasta is the staff of life. There are plenty of ways for me to enjoy it. There are also plenty of sizes, shapes, textures and colors to choose from. No reason for it to be boring.

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If too much sugar is bad for us and possibly causes diebetes, why is sugar regularly one of the top ingredients in all processed foods,including foods that don't need sugar? This is an easy one. Sugar is a cheap ingredient, especially corn based fructose. It is supposedly in foods to enhance the flavor. However, besides flavoring food, it triggers the appetite to make you more hungry for more of the food you just ate. Bigger servings equals more product being sold in turn equalling more sales and profits. If you want to be more healthy, look for items...

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What is the best book for a beginning Scientologist to read? The Scandal of Scientology by Paulette Cooper. Read it before it's too late for you. http://www.clambake.org/archive/books/tsos/sos-01.html

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Which celebrity do you think is an embarrassment to mankind? why? "Rev" Fred Phelps, Jr. The leader of the family cult of Westboro Baptist in Kansas. Has an idolotrous view of scripture. He's the one with the website godhatesamerica.com in other words a sorry excuse for humanity.

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If you receive a lot of flowers and run out of vases. What do you do? Find some large bowls and create some lovely centerpieces. I once was asked to do a unique centerpiece for a retirement party for a contractor. I took one of those flat paint-roller pans, found some old chickenwire fencing (old garages like mine have lots of stuff like that) secured that inside the pan and cut the flowers to fit and made a crowd pleasing display for the buffet table. If...

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How illegal is the group AIM, American Indian Movement? How illigal is ALF, Animal Liberation Front? Not illegal at all. They are both legitimate organizations operating within the law. <I'm wondering why this question appears in the capital punishment category?>

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What is the hottest thing about you? My voice is my living. I'm complimented on it frequently.

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What word do you spell wrong over and over and over? Receive or is it Recieve? arghh!

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Vanilla or chocolate? Yes, both equally...depending upon the day. I know this is a real fence sitting answer, but it's true.

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My 35 inch tv got hit by lighting or was power surged and now it turns on and has sound but there is only a thin light across the screen what could be wrong with it? Your answer is in your question. The video got blown in the lightning strike. It's toast.

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Who is your favorite comic book character? (pick 1 hero and 1 villian) Good guy: Superman. He can do it all. Bad guy: The Riddler. He has a sense of humor.

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Who makes the best Police scanner? I'm partial to my Radio Shack Pro 2067. It's a real workhorse and is right on top of multiple fire, police and EMT calls. Oh, and it's an old unit that's been through all sorts of abuse.

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Who is the closed captioning of your life brought to you in part by? ...sponsored by extra full strength Bayer aspirin.

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Complete this sentence, "The mother of all ________ has begun." dentist visits

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What is the best sleep aid you have found, other than prescriptions? I can't sleep at all before 4 am if I don't take something...maybe I should see a dr. I used to take a melatonin tablet, I'd be out like a light in just a few minutes after using it. Also, don't take naps during the day or within a few hours of your bedtime.

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What is the best way to cope up with a change and at the same time you be happy with the change and dont regret for the things left behind? Make up your mind to be accepting. Follow through and accept the change. If you backslide into non-acceptance, remind yourself about your original intent and become accepting again. You didn't say what the change is, but major and minor are handled in similar ways...just adjust in the appropriate manner...with your heart and mind focussed on the present moment's acceptance.

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How do you pick up women in Lawton, OK? Ya don't. Ya leave Lawton then drive to OK City hit a nice bar or nightclub, turn on your charm, then drive back to Lawton with your new honey.

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Do you think the spat between The Donald and Rosie was a pulicity stunt? I don't think it was planned to be so originally. However, once the gossip media got wind of things, both celebs' spin doctors turned it into one to milk it for all it was worth.

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Does Michael Jackson have what it takes to record a platinum hit again? He has the talent and gumption to do so. I have doubts that the buying public will help him achieve another platinum sales ranking.

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My laptop won't play my dvds! But it says it's a dvd/cd-rw combo. When I first bought it it could play them but it won't read them anymore...can someone help me? I'm guessing the software became corrupted. Either reload the software or update it.

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What is your favorite game show? (past and present) I've loved "The Price Is Right" practically my whole life. Bob Barker was getting his television start at around the same time I was a toddler. The show is addictive, Bob Barker is a real gentleman.

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What is the best wallowing food? Smooth, nasty ice cream can't be beat!

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What computer program is better Quicken or Microsoft Money? Personal preference and need will answer this question for you. I personally prefer Microsoft Money. Two reasons: 1. I learned it when I purchased Microsoft Works...Money was part of the package for Windows 95. I liked how simple it was. 2. For my own purposes and needs, it is perfect. Somebody else may have their own reasons for prefering Quicken...they would be equally valid.

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Are the writings of Shantidasa available in English? Yep! Plenty of them. Here's a link to a few: http://strangewondrous.net/browse/author/s/shantidasa There are many others on the WWW.

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Scrolls are known to vanish to history, like those in the old Library of Alexandria. There was a 400-year gap in the Bible, so do you suppose that some Bible books didn't make it? Might there have been books after Revelation as well? Those works in the libraries of Alexandria didn't vanish...they were purposely destroyed by Christian church officials of the day. The same ones who were ultimately responsible for the asassination of the philosopher/mathmatician Hypatia. There were other church officials and councils who were involved in selecting the literature that eventually became the Bible. As far what might...

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Are Americans paranoid? If yes, why? Why are you asking this? Are you an FBI agent? I don't think most folks are even though there are good reasons to be paranoid. Like government snooping, corporate sleuthing, Internet bugs that can snatch important, confidential data, etc. <I'm starting to feel slightly paranoid as I write this. Are you sure you're not some sort of secret agent? I'm going to...

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Does anyone use compact fluorescent lights? I'm not sure why this question appears in the booze section...maybe the stereotypical lampshade on the drunk cartoons? Yes, my whole house utilizes the compact fluorescent bulbs. The only places I don't use them are where the fixtures are controlled by dimmer potentiometers. I like the bulbs for the economy of use and the length of life. However, they tend to get dim as they...

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If you could wish for and have one of the following come true, what would it be: for humans to become fluent in compassion or honesty? Compassion would be the most valuable skill for human fluency (I've never seen fluent used in this context before, but what the heck.) If everybody was fluent in compassion the best use of honesty would follow. So, I'd go with compassion. If everybody was fluent in honesty, the reverse situation would not necessarily follow. Blunt honesty can be used to exercise very...

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What car did you drive to impress your date on your first time driving? A bright red 1967 Camaro RS in mint condition. Impressed? Yes, so were my date's family and friends. This was back in 1970.

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Why do vegetarians upset people so much? I really am curious. Friends and family are still upset with me and it's 5 years after I switched. It's worse at holiday time. Are you from a family of livestock producers or packers? Are you an activist for the cause of vegetarianism/veganism? I come from a long line of meat eaters. I got a little resistance from my mom when I was 11 and wanted to eat a vegetarian diet. I was only allowed to do so when I turned 14. Everybody expected me to forget about my vow to become veggie, but I didn't. When I...

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I'm changing my nickname and my avatar, any objections here? Why do you want to confuse us? I like your avatar and nickname. They seem very nice. Can you change your nickname and not forfiet your account?

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What would make a person place an on-line order and use an email address like wellhungstudmuffin@sexpots.com?The example is just an illustration. :-) That person is likely a prime example of a boring jerk. Or is a spammer.

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Why do people forget how to drive when it rains or snows? It would appear to me that the drivers in question never learned how to drive in inclement weather to begin with. Here in the midwest, most folks learned from day one how to drive in adverse weather conditions. However, if you put many of these same careful drivers on a freeway in Los Angeles on a nice day, they'd be dangerous to man and machine. The other reason might be that the...

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In general, do you trust or mistrust authority figures? As a "free spirit", I distrust authority figures, generally. Specifically I can trust some like teachers or professors to instruct in an ethical manner. Other authority figures need to prove themselves to me. I've had questionable experiences with police officers even though I'm a law abiding citizen with no arrest record...not even for jaywalking or spitting on the...

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Whats the strangest thing you have caught someone doing? In the winter in the midwest frequently snow that is cleaned away from parking lots is left in a huge pile that looks like a mountain. I was arriving to work and had pulled into the parking lot and looked at our huge pile of snow. At the very top...about 30'...a 20 something guy was taking a pee break. He wasn't even embarassed enough to turn away from my direction.

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What's the best way to learn to "love yourself"? In a way that will NOT cultivate conceit is the best. Spend some time taking a personal inventory (list faults and good points). Look in a full length mirror and mentally embrace who you find there. Do this until you can accept the person in the mirror, faults and assets together. Don't fudge it...no exaggeration or diminishing either of them. Have a good cry about the faults...

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Would you rather go to prison for life or be stranded on an island? On an island. You can improve your life in solitude in nature. Prison would be degrading, noisy and dangerous at every turn.

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What is the best car ever made? 1961 through 1964 Chevrolet Impalas. While not ultra sporty, they had style, safety, room, and dependability, plus they are fun to drive. In a different class, the VW squareback had all the dependability of the beetle, but more useful design and style. But overall quality, style, performance it would be The Mercedes Benz 300SL gullwing or convertible from the mid and late 1950s.

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My boyfriend cheated on me for he second time in our 2 year relationship, and again left me for someone else. We were very serious and talked about marriage and kids. I am in so much pain...and I keep calling him to take me back..What should ido?i'ma mess Please don't be a doormat. Take some time away from home, have a pleasant (as possible) daytrip or two to some simple, beautiful place in the countryside. Look at your fear of being alone. Really assess the fear. Spend some positive, creative, meditative time in solitude. Only when you can be as comfortable (or more so) alone than with a partner, should you ever start the search for...

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Who do you see as the winner of the Superbowl this year? Chicago Bears by a TD and a field goal.

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What's the longest book you've ever read, and how long did it take you to finish it? Moby Dick. Nearly a month to wade through it for high school level literature class.

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Are there any good home remedies to a sinus headache? Warmth and moisture work for mine. I'll have a hot pad or hot water bottle wrapped in a very slightly dampened terry towel. I will have a tall mug of chamomile tea--piping hot with lots of steam to gently inhale. In a pinch, a piping hot mug of water is OK. This, after I've taken my favorite analgesic tablets.

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If you could visit any European city, which would it be? Stockholm, Sweden. Lovely architecture, I could study my geneological roots there.

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Have you ever gone to the wrong car in a parking lot thinking it was yours and sat inside? Yes, a couple of times. I drive a generic, white Toyota Camry with grey interior. Several on the streets wherevery I go. The first time was at the post office where the wrong car was parked in my usual spot. The car was unlocked and idling (cold weather). I didn't drive it away because it was an automatic transmission, while mine is a manual. The second time was at the...

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Does anyone get pleasure from reading erotica books Certainly, there are even a few well written ones with an actual developed plot and believable characters.

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If you suddenly became filthy rich whats the first thing you would buy? To be completely candid and honest: My dream trip around the world...a long one. Then I'd set up a charitable foundation to dole out funds to causes I believe in.

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How do I get the Prefix Sir, beofre my name ,like a night? Also I herd you cannot become a night in america? Become a subject (citizen) of the United Kingdom (Great Britain). Do something noteworthy and of high value culturally and financially to advance the cause of the UK and esteem of the royal monarch and you will be well on your way. BTW the term is "knight"

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What is the hardest instrument to learn to play? A theatre organ or any pipe organ...but mainly a theatre organ because of all the registers, stops and pedals. If you make a mistake, it's very obvious, so you need to be very, very good to play this kind of instrument.

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What do you think Jeffery Dahmer was thinking about when he was eating people? (Please don't rate bad, my friend really asked this.) Hmm...tastes like chicken? Hey, Dahmer was quite twisted and had to somehow stomach all those guys...literally.

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What are some good songs to play while making love? Bolero by Maurice Ravel has got to be the ultimate music to make love to. It's classy (and classical) but romantic and it also builds in volume and tempo. It lasts considerably longer than regular songs, so a couple of lovers can really get into it and not worry about hurrying up...and who wants to do that?

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Would you leave your whole life behind just to be happy? I assume you mean, to start over with a clean slate? Certainly that is one of the pieces of wisdom advice from ancient sages, all the way up the present wise folks. It would take me some time to digest the implications of leaving everything behind...possessions, friends, and family, but I think I would be able to do so. I did it once before, about 20-years ago when I completely relocated...

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Why do people drink decaf coffee? It is for the taste and not the buzz. A high quality decaf is superior in flavor to regular. I've done the test with whole beans, same roast and grind. I enjoy regular coffee after waking up before starting my daily routine and if I need a lift during the day. I want good flavor AND a buzz at those times. If I want to warm up in the evening but not get buzzed, a nice cup of...

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What is a painless way to take your own life? Holy rollers sheath your bible! If you're simply bored and asking a question with shock value, here goes: I've heard that the most painless death is to freeze to death, die of exposure. The victim is generally unconscious because the hypothermia is like a drug...and you just fade away. This is not true for exposure to liquid water--then there is considerable pain and struggle to keep from drowning. (My...

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How does hairspray work? Depending upon the brand. It is quite similar to a coating of shellac or light duty glue. That's the principle. There are other ingredients that include essential oils and conditioners so that the user doesn't have to suffer "helmet head". But the main idea is to provide a light coating to the hair shaft to maintain the shape of the hairdo.

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Our world is politically and commercially seriously messed up, do you think it is possible to rectify this situation without either a major war or economic collapse? The entire situation is quite frightening indeed! I think a major war (aside from what is going on in the Middle East presently) will be averted, barely...IMHO. Cooler heads in power in our allied nations will prevail. Economic collapse is a real possiblility. Urgent action is needed ASAP by all concerned parties in Washington, corporate leadership and the US's trading partners....

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Does what you eat have anything to do with who you are or who you become? explain. It is possible if you are mindful of what you eat and why. (Aside from if you eat sweets and fats and get big around the middle, that is.) For instance, vegans and vegetarians often follow their dietary practice out of conscience and compassion for animal life. Many times, not always, this concern for animal life carries through to a gentle nature and concern for fellow humans and a...

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On my engine's side, I can see a little oil ( I observed this weeks back), apparently coming out from a circular cap( looks like its used to act as a seal, not sure). Leak is not much, engine oil level is normal. Is engine oil leaking? Need more info. Is it the filler cap on top? Someplace else? What kind of car? How many cylinders?

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Say a word which can change the world Compassion

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Why is it that when someone puts their heart out there and ask some serious questions that are hard for them to ask no one rates it or no one really pays attention to it? (I've noticed a lot of playful questions get high ratings and lots of answers.) It depends. Are you asking the question for an answer or are you trying to bump up your points and rating? Often times, the person with the answer hasn't stumbled upon it or found it in a search yet. Maybe if you reword your question and submit it in a slightly different category? If it is a really serious question, perhaps the Internet is NOT the best venue for advice. Otherwise...

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Has anyone ever tried vegemight? if so what do you think? Extremely salty. I heard it mentioned in the "Men At Work" song so I have prepared Vegemite sandwiches...with a minor twist. I'm vegetarian so I substituted vegetarian fake ham slices. Otherwise I thought it tasted good as an ingredient, not straight out of the little bottle.

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What is the best tasting wine under $20? Boone's Farm sangria is better than you'd think... ...however, much, much better is a Galo Rhine Wine. Their burgundy is passable, too. The Almaden wines in the same varieties are nice too.

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What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Bunny Tracks from Wells Blue Bunny

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What is your favourite type of bread? A multi-grain bread with a generous portion of sunflower seeds inside the loaf and sesame seeds on the crust. This must be served hot from my oven with whipped butter and strawberry jam.

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What kind of donuts do you like? Where do you get yours? Regular glazed bread donuts. I fry up mine in the kidchen at home...hot and fresh.

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In Britain most people feel that the effects of global warming can be felt here already, with weather records being broken at an alarming rate. Do people in USA feel the same in America. i.e. IS IT NOTICABLE IN USA NOW? There is a noticeably warmer temperature trend in the mid-section of the USA this winter. Also, a prolonged drought pattern that might be attributable to global warming...this is a controversial viewpoint. Plant life and wild animals are apparently experiencing altered life cycle patterns as well. Many of these could be caused by the current el Nino activity in the Southern Pacific. But,...

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Are you a Nihilist or Anarchist? Explain. I used to have a romantic notion of seeing myself as a nihilist, but realized I was too romantic for that classification. I had a similar notion of being an anarchist (in the strictest definition of the term) but realized that by categorizing myself and trying to define myself, I probably was not an anarchist either. So, I'm just someone with plenty of empathy for people who are...

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If the average life span were increased to 150 years, what major changes in society do you think there might be? There would be a higher population count. There might well be more apathetic attitudes than even now, due to a bigger comfort zone...folks thinking they have more time to procrastinate making decisions and performing civic duties, etc. Maybe even less respect for our elders. The concept of each human life being precious would be diminished. This because, in part, because of the...

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What is your job? (i just wanna know if you find it interesting (plz don't rate this bad, i'm just a kid)) Public Affairs Director at 2 radio stations. I line up and help interview guests who appear on the air. I also write, produce and screen public service announcements. In addition, I dj some music shows, edit and produce news and sports casts.

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What to do if heat pump is making a banging noise? Sounds like fan hitting something. Check the blower to see if a mouse or obstruction has made its way inside the housing. I had this happen about a year ago. An unfortunate mouse somehow found his way into the blower as it was switching on...the centrifugal force killed the critter and also threw the mechanism out of balance. Just a hunch. Good luck.

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I am about to purchase a vehicle from a private owner who does not have any outstanding debt. Can the extended warranty on the vehicle be transferred? There is no blanket answer to your question. You should read the fine print of the particular warranty to find out. The original manufacturer's warranty is often transferable...but I wouldn't gamble on the extended, optional portion. Especially true if it was issued by an independent company.

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Do you think that the Government is working on a financial fix it plan for America? if so how so...... No, but I hope the Congressional leaders get cracking on something very soon. The priorities are so far out of whack that it's difficult to know where to begin the fix-its. I think much of any plan MUST include an excellent jobs creation plan. We need to have really good, constructive planning on how to attract and retain meaningful employment opportunities for American workers. That...

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What do you think of Richard Dawkins He's a sharp guy whose articles on memes are quite enlightening. I find his scholarship very intriguing. I would enjoy meeting him and having a sit-down discussion over coffee someday.

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What if there was smell-o-vision? what if you were watching a cooking show and the food popped out of the tv at the end of the show? if it was possible would you buy this tv? and would you ever make meals again? Only if I had input and could have Rachel Ray coach me on dishes. I enjoy cooking, but it would be fun to actually try out some of the goodies she cooks up. Maybe, it could go the other way and have her sample some of my food too to help her coach my cooking skills.

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What TV commercials do you like? Why? Geico Auto Insurance spots are my faves. Very well produced with plenty of off the wall irony and silliness. They give a good lighthearted impression of the company they represent.

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What was the first thing you ever cooked, completely on your own (no help from an adult, whatsoever)? A pan of "MayPo" hot cereal. This was before anything like "instant" hot cereal was invented.

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Why do Christians get so upset when I say I think they are full of it. Basic ettiquette calls for a more tactful way of expressing your disagreement with their opinions. That applies to religion, politics or anything with potential for controversy. Christians have been told repeatedly that "Christianity is under attack" by pundits and teevee preachers, many of them are now under that illusion. Even though their attacks on others more than...

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I have horrible itchy , Dry skin. I only get it in the winter! I can't stand it. I even get the bumps and have rough skin. Does anyone know of any good lotions to put on it and help? Winter is nasty on my lower legs or shins. I've tried everything including hydrocortizone sprays and ointments. The only thing that works (I just know this will sound like an advertisment) for my problem skin is "Gold Bond" lotion. Available at supermarkets and drug stores. It really works!

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What CD is in your CD player right now? Bombay Lounge -- (various artists compilation)

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Today I was the victim of gender discrimination. How is it possible that people are still ignorant enough to believe that women are inferior? Is equality really that much to ask? People must never rest on their laurels. Freedom from discrimination can be won legally and in the public at large, but it's not necessarily going to be a permanent victory. "Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty." That is something that is true for all freedoms, women's freedom for self-determination and freedom from discrimination are included.

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How do I tell my family (Baptists) and ex-youth group leaders that I'm a gay rights activist (I'm straight)? If you are an activist, you will act like an activist and just be upfront, politely, and let them know when the subject of GLBT citizens and their civil rights comes up in regular conversation. No need to hide it, no need to make a big issue of it either.

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Why do we routinely disparage prostitutes, yet rarely make derogatory comments about Johns? Doesn't demand determine supply? I think the problem would lessen if we'd simply legalize the world's oldest profession. When somebody makes money on the wrong side of the law, the disparagement is simply going to happen. Similar to drug dealers vs. drug users. It should be a licensed, regulated industry. The customer base is present, why not make it legit and safer. Who wants to do something illegal and have...

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In an AOL survey I was asked Do you think Muslems should carry special Identification. Naturally I voted no. However the tally showed that 37% of the respondants had voted yes. How can any Americans voice such a Facist attitude in 2006. I would add that instead of alleviating anxiety about people who might appear to be muslim, some of the media outlets are busily fanning the flames of fear in order to build viewership ratings. Fox News comes to mind and Glenn Beck on CNN, mainly, but there are others who like to seed some fear, and then sprinkle in stories to keep the public hooked and then the network "harvests"...

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How would you feel if someone called you a jumbo shrimp I'd retort by calling him or her a dish of calamari. I'd watch them walk away with a very puzzled expression on their faces.

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Wearing your hat backwards on a 36 degrees hot day .does that make u cool If the sun is out and you don't want a redneck (sunburned)...certainly. Plus, it's easier to make out with your lover with the bill flipped to the back of the head. Temperature-wise, not much difference, but style-wise, maybe that does make some guys cool.

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How about a nose picker, would you date him/her? Nearly every male and female person on the planet indulges in this practice. I can't be too "picky" or I'd be mighty lonesome. All I would ask is for some etiquette be practiced when the loved one is not alone.

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Why do people take the time to bash other religions on AB? Could people that bash other religions be considered a hate group? It's not just on AB! It's been going on globally ever since the first humanids decided to explain the mysteries of the world around them by attributing those mysteries to god(s). Most of humanity's wars and repression have had something to do with folks of one religion or another looking to subjegate folks of other religions or belief systems. Generally, the religious...

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Your favorite inspirational words, please. For today: One who, while himself seeking happiness, does not oppress other beings, who in their own ways also desire happiness, will find happiness presently. ---Dhammapada 132---

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Who is your football team? The University of Nebraska Cornhuskers, of course! Pro team would be the San Francisco 49ers.

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Do you have a real life hero, who and why? His Holiness the Dalai Lama. He is full to the brim with compassion and boundless wisdom. He was forced into exile from his native Tibet by the Communist Chinese. Yet, he holds no grudge nor animosity towards China nor its government. His courage, demeanor, and joyful exhuberance for life are completely inspiring. I can't think of a single person on earth who comes close to...

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What clique did you belong to in high school, were you happy or did you want to change? The outlaw/cool dudes clique. We were just a step away from the accepted mainstream kids. Teachers watched us closely, but we weren't bad and didn't really break any rules. We just looked a bit rough and had a contradictory attitude. The suburbanite kids thought we were cool but they didn't have the moxie to actually accept us as friends or talk to us.

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What is the biggest misconception held by today's society? That minorities are the cause of all of society's problems. ie: Immigrant hispanics are the cause of our economic woes. (false) Gay people are the cause of the breakdown of families and threaten marriage. (false) etc.

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What's one thing you would like to see invented that hasn't been yet? A squirrel fur nit removal device. I love squirrels but hate to see them suffer through all that scratching they do because of the small parasitical insects.

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Do you have a vanity plate on your vehicle? What's written on it? Yes, SWABBY

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What do you think of the ACLU? They protect the citizens right to utilize the Bill of Rights. That includes people of all or no political stripes. That fact will automatically make them controversial. That, and the fact that they are an easy target of pundits who are probably enemies of liberty. It's along the idea of: ... I will fight to the death to protect your right to disagree with me.

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How do I ask for cash instead of gifts on my housewarming invitations? A gift is a gift, it is extremely bad form to specify the form that gift takes. I would turn down an invitation to your event, politely.

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Who is your favorite Major League Baseball team? The San Francisco Giants. Have been for literally decades. They make the Bay Area rock!

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Has anyone ever caught you masturbating? About 20+ years ago I thought my roommate had gone to visit his parents in another town. He was actually resting in his own room and popped into my room to say "hi" and had decided to stay home instead of taking the trip. Nothing negative happened, we both had a good laugh.

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Does anyone ever take the time to see if theyve taken another decision waht the other possiblity can turn out as? and how the littlest things can carry on to the biggest things? Do you mean, have you ever second guessed a major decision and then took action on an alternate path or solution? I'm not sure. The big things have evolved to situations that are fairly hard to escape. Like career and family decisions. I've analyzed and changed course some bigger ticket items like where I've decided to live...ie midwest vs. west coast then reversed course....

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Do you think players should be allowed to fight in Hockey? Of course they should fight. But it should be "clean" and not inflict crippling or disabling injury. IMHO the NHL should have parameters set for fisticuffs (they probably do have some in the rules somewhere) the same way certain moves are allowed or prohibited in boxing. Many folks go to NHL games in hopes of watching somebody fight. Not me, though, I do like to watch the sport...

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Have you ever flown in a Concorde? I've seen them take off. Once from JFK in NYC and another time at Heathrow in the UK. Awsome sights and sounds to witness. I couldn't begin to afford the ticket fare. It would have been incredible, I'm sure.

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Do you still hug and kiss your parents? or does it make you feel emberessed? Yes, and my siblings and a few of my cousins, too. Never embarassed to show affection.

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Who and how is the car insurance group chosen for a particular model, since when I've looked, sometimes similar spec cars have totally different groups? An insurance agent could be more specific, but here are a few factors taken into consideration: Repair costs...the biggest factor. A Toyota Tercel will cost more to fix than a Yugo. Who is likely to drive the car, age group, demographics, etc.? A Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. a Cadillac sedan deVille. Design safety or integrity of construction. Volvo vs. Chrysler. There are other...

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Can anyone explain how people can have good days and bad days and hwo you know there coming or if there is such thing? It's called living life on planet earth. If you don't have good days, how would you know if you were having a bad day...or if all you had were good days, how would you learn to appreciate bad days? Yes, I did say appreciate bad days. The so-called "bad" day is like a work-out at the gym. That "bad" day will make you stronger, if you welcome it. It's...

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Someone down points agnostic or aethistic answers to religious questions, I assume they are Christian? Do they believe that Christ knows what they are doing and approves? It looks like some of your christian nemises found your question before me...judging by the -3 I see now (I'll upgrade you). I don't think they take what their version of Christ into account. It seems like some sort of titan battle of good vs. evil to them. Their concept of their God reveals a weak deity who can't defend himself from dastardly, freethinking questioners on...

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Why doesn't the us celibrate a native american day? I am native american and I'm kind of offended. You should lobby your representative in Congress and see if they can pass a resolution to that effect. Do the same to your state's US senators. We have several native American nations where I live...Lakota, Ponca, Omaha, Cheyenne, Winnabago...they have their own significant days that are celebrated in the summer during county fairs. There are also pow-wows at various times of the year...

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What is the most liberal political party you can think of, conservative party? Liberal=Sandanistas in Nicaragua Conservative=National Socialists in the USA (neo-Nazis)

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For the past few hours throughout today, my pinkie on my left hand has been feeling something numb, not competley numb to where I can't feel it, but it just feels sorta of tingly. Any ideas? Too much time on your keyboard. Take a break and do something else for awhile. Then find a more comfortable position to type.

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What color shoes should i wear with a yellow dress? A medium or light green, if you have a pair, would look stunning. A matching handbag would be fantastic. Otherwise a muted brown shoe would be tasteful...depending on where you're going at what time of day. Green in the day, brown in the evening.

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What hurts more: Broken bone or a broken heart? It depends on the kind of hurt. For sheer physical pain, the broken bone injury is very sharp and distracting. For sheer mental suffering, the broken heart is mentally hurtful and distracting. But, suffering is a choice...albeit one that is overcome by spiritual and philosophical study and practice. Either one can be included in the category, suffering, hence both can be diminished with...

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Where is there a word only for the number 12 (dozen) and not other numbers? kilo = 1,000 or thousandth mill = 1,000,000 or millionth

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Does serving time in prison change one's perception and reactions towards other races after they are released back into society? Rarely does an improvement in attitude happen. The ex-con is simply more careful around people of other races. Sometimes their bigotry gets worse, sometimes it's lessened, but overall I understand the resentments build up and you have no net change or an increase in bigotry. There are lots of cliques in prisons. Also, the structure of power trips amongst the inmates is dangerous and...

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I think our neighbor is stealing our clothes off of the clothesline when we aren't home. Is there anything I can do about this besides freaking out and not hanging our clothes out? Find some garments that you plan on discarding anyway then apply a deer repellant to the garments. Only a little bit. When that sits inside the neighbor's house, the smell will be quite nasty. Many deer repellants contain fox urine, which doesn't wash out easily. It's really nasty and I'd hate to get it on my skin.

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Why is affirmative action being pushed by the Left more than Equal Opportunity (please assume they*re different)? Basically it's the unequal playing field problem. I see this in small towns as a problem yet. Ideally, equal opportunity is the best goal for society. Unfortunately this country is populated by less than ideal people. I am well acquainted with business owners and managers who admit to prefererencial hiring practices towards their fellow whites. (This is also true of some asians I...

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Have you ever made your own muesli, what did you put in it? I use(d) toasted rolled oats, take some Post GrapeNuts Flakes (not the nuggets), golden raisins, sliced almonds, chopped up sun-dried apple chunks, sometimes some chopped dried dates and dried figs. For a special treat, I'll top it with real maple syrup. Mix it all together on a cookie sheet and quickly toast the whole mixture under the broiler...watching carefully so as not to burn it....

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(for this question to work you have to be a guy)If you were forced,(no chance of escape) to f*** a guy, would you be recieving or giving the 'punishment'? Who sez that would have to be punishment? I'd try the dominant role.

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If Hitler was around today what country would he respect and want to ally Germany with? The Peoples' Republic of China would inspire his hubris. He would likely try to reform the Axis to include China and Russia.

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Say you could build your dream house. describe 1 room of this dream house. I would have this room, which would be multi-purpose, located at the rear of the house. There would be a large walk-out patio adjacent to it accessed by a custom sized patio door. The window would overlook the Pacific coast shore between Santa Cruz and Monterey, California off Highway 1. The interior walls of this room would be designed to resemble the shoji screens used in classical...

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Was marlon brando bisexual? He's no longer around to affirm or deny that he was. There were plenty of Hollywood rumors to that effect. I don't recall him denying them in any news reports. Maybe he was just trying not to draw a lot of attention to what he thought was his own personal business and nobody elses?

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How can I tweak a FM radio receiver so that it can automatically turn on when it receives a special signal from the radio station? I work in radio. What kind of special signal or cue tone are you refering to? If it's the EAS tones, you need a special card to decode it...I can't imagine why you'd want that...it's a very expensive card only for industry use. If it's weatherband, you could just purchase a weather radio that can be set to turn on when the emergency tone is broadcast...but that...

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We only buy organic milk, but lately we've bought milk both whole and nonfat, which had a slimy, mucous-like consistency that is really creeping me out. The milk is not sour, or even near the expiration date. What's causing this? Often this is caused by the cows eating some different weeds growing in their pasture. Or perhaps they're transitioning from fresh pasture to bailed hay or alfalfa. I assume the milk is non-pasteurized? That condition is enhanced if the milk hasn't been pasteurized, but is still present in pasteurized product. Personally, since this kind of milk is a bit more expensive, I'd...

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What are some remarkably bad pick-up lines you know of, that you can find, why they're bad, and how you yourself would react to it? These are the stereotypical baddies: Do you come here often? Do you have a light? What's your sign? Haven't I seen you around somewhere before? They are also the most effective...believe it or not!

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What are some non sexual activities you like to do with your partner when you have free time together? 1. enjoy a really nice dinner out together 2. work crossword puzzles 3. go to a movie or concert 4. clean house 5. go for a drive 6. hang out in the backyard There are more, but these are some we do most often.

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How do you know when someone is lieing to you in your presence? I use many methods such looking at body movement, face, lip, eye movement What do you use determine if someone is lieing to you? I can tell verbally. If I ask a specific detail about the scenario they present to me, if they hesitate...Bingo! I've likely caught a fib. If their answer is instantaneous, I need to do little or no more interrogation because they are then, likely, being truthful. This has worked for me in nearly every instance.

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Does anyone have any good tips on improving your ESP? Meditation. But you must do it without the intention of improving anything like ESP, or you'll find out that it's like chasing a blob of mercury around an oily plate. Meditation will improve your intuition. I still need to have somebody prove to me they have ESP, though. Maybe they're not meditating enough?

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Which did you like best? Gilligan's Island or Beverly Hillbillies? Which Song sticks in your head more? Must I choose? I loved both of them tremendously, but the Green Acres theme still sticks in my head. I guess that would give G.A. a slight lead. Both were totally surreal, zany shows!

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American ABers, do you believe the coverage of the Iraq war you are being presented by your government and media is highly sanitised or honest? I don't trust the mainstream coverage at all. I check out multiple sources and try to sort things out according to various political points of view and different networks. For instance, what is NBC's take as opposed to Al Jazeera's take? What are the conservative websites saying as opposed to the progressive websites? etc.

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If you live near a meth lab, how will if affect you? What does it smell like? And, finally, if the police won't help you, how can you get proof for them so they will help you? Thank you. I have heard that the smell is of ammonia and sharp chemicals. The police in this state are more than eager to investigate. They'll even check out annonymous reports. I've never heard of the police NOT checking out suspected meth labs.

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Just for fun: give examples of the kinds of questions you would like to never again see on AB. And, what sorts of questions do you never get tired of seeing/answering? I don't really want to read graphic descriptions of sexual activity and then asking whether or not there might be a pregnancy or STDs...really, these are patient/doctor questions. I don't mind people asking where others are from, since the old versions of them tend to get lost in the archives and newbie members come on who I might want to meet.

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What is your favorite bisquick recipe The dumplings recipe on the box...I make them with canned plums. Yummo!

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Why is Apple, Inc. so cool? Very, very sophisticated image control and smooth advertising campaigns.

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I recently found out i am related to a celebrity which before i used to consider really hot, and its really bothering me, what can i do? Not a problem, why make it into one? You didn't consumate anything physically did you? If the celebrity is "hot", why not pat yourself on the back and have yourself a funky smile?

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What are your favorite magazines? I have two and they are filled with great reading. 1. The Sun 2. Tricycle

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How can a scorpio make a relationship work with an aries? Communication, consideration, lose the ego, lose the astrology and get real with each other. The astrology is a delay tactic by one or both of you.

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How do you think the recent(1/10/2007) Presidential address will affect Bush's approval rating? There will be a temporary uptick, but it will return to the present level soon thereafter.

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Where are you right now? And what is the time? 1:41 am CST

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If you dropped a cat from a plane would it land on its feet Why do you hate cats? I wouldn't drop a cat from anywhere. You place them down carefully so you don't injure them. From an airplane, <shudder> they would get killed like anything else would.

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Can you do a home spay on a cat? Oh dear, you wouldn't do such a thing, seriously? Please promise me that you won't. Hmm, maybe this is a job for Senator Bill Frist, MD. Then again, probably not. Please, have a veterinarian take care of this for your sweet feline.

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My boyfriend promised me that he would get rid of his wedding ring from his last marriage, over a year ago. It has not happened. I know it must be difficult for him to do such a thing, but it is difficult to move on as a couple with that in the picture.? This is a part of why we customarily spend plenty of time between meeting and marrying. Your question is more like two statements. I don't know what your question is. I'm going to guess that you'd like for him to sell or otherwise dispose of the ring? If so, how long have you been engaged to get married? If he is NOT your fiance, maybe he's not quite ready to give up...

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Have you ever worn a fez? Sunshiny, Here is a picture of one for you. BTW. I did wear one for a parade when I was in college. It was a Turkish themed float. It was a total blast. I also had on one of those poofy shirts with the puff sleeves and also wore some tight black trousers with a very wide, colorful belt and then some "Beatle" boots. It all really came together for a realistic effect.

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With all the crime, death, wars and other huge problems in the world, it makes alot of people including me very confused and borderline afraid. Is there a way to stay calm and not get stressed too much in today's world? A balanced approach to what you take in is important. While you don't want to hide your head in the sand, you might wish to consider limiting your intake of news broadcasts, web news sites, newspapers and newsmagazines. All can be good sources to keep up to date, but often you get a presentation with the aim of keeping you hooked and making you want to keep coming back to them for...

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What's your favorite sound? Many rate the same but are in different categories. From mother earth: I treasure silence. I love the sound of a babbling brook. A thunderblizzard is rare and at the top. Human derived sound favorite would be the Low droning synthesiser accented by sequenced percussion. The combination of tambura, sitar and tabla in either popular or classical Indian music. My lover in the...

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What have you learned about others by participating in Answerbag? That sometimes, if you look carefully, you'll find some decent, compassionate humans here. There are plenty of turkeys, too, but I think they just need to learn how to get along with others. They must have missed those lessons in kindergarten. And that some folks are pretty smart and are willing to share their how-to info with other folks.

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Bill Gates has hired you to oversee his charitable donations. What legitimate charities or causes would you choose? Bill Gates is very generous and donates to many fine causes already listed so far as answers to this AB question. I think I would have him also donate to the Nobel Peace Prize Committee. I would request that he continue his generosity towards the causes that help people suffering from chronic, deadly diseases, plus feeding and housing the indigent people around the world. I would also like...

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What are some of the questions that you are sick of hearing over and over and over again? The ones that mention a point of view regarding a religion or political leanings but the questioner is just laying a trap, and not really interested in sincere opinions. You answer the question, then you get down rated for answering it. I'm done with those kind. Yuck!

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What is one serious concern you have with our current world? That the human race is so stubborn and proud that we are very capable of blowing ourselves to smitherines.

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How does Nazism differ from Fascism? Mussolini defined fascism as the same as corporatism. Government by, for and of the business oligarchy. Nazism was a subset of fascism in that extreme nationalism, xenophobia, and expansionism were stressed.

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If cheese, chocolate, and bread became illegal substances, would you become an outlaw? All three are staples...gotta have 'em! I'd be the next Jesse James!

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Are you a Nebraskian Alcoholic? Uh, Are you asking: Are you an alcoholic Nebraskan? I'm not an alcoholic. I am a Nebraskan. Why do you ask?

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Do you know what reason your here on this earth What wise people have taken most of their lives to discover is very simple. We are here to live our lives. That's all. The rest is a bonus. It's entirely up to us to either enhance or to degrade that simple fact. People have many interpretations of that. But it all boils down to being here to live.

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Let's talk human nature, do you feel most people are just out for what they can get out of life? Or do most people truely care deep down inside? I'm pretty certain that people WISH to just get what they can get out of life AND they truly care (for others?) deep inside. The trouble is they get neither. The reason is they have no intention of following through on either in a positive manner. If you just get what comes your way, you are not positively acting, you're only passively going along with events and other...

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Has anyone on answerbag invented anything that they use regularly? I hollowed out a credit card as handy item to place into my wallet to store a spare key for my Toyota. I carry my wallet daily and am secure in the knowledge that I won't get locked out of my car.

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When flying, do you prefer the window seat, middle seat, or aisle seat? Any reason for it? Window seat...I love looking out and seeing the clouds and the ground. It's great when approaching a scenic area like San Francisco or Paris...especially at night.

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What is the most uncomfortable car you have ever driven? 1970 Jeep CJ5. It was stiffly sprung, wipers were vacuum operated, the steering wheel cut up my hands, the seats were like sitting on boards and the controls were awkwardly located to say the least. The thing was generally a safety hazard. It was our company car for a couple of years, so I had to drive it every morning. It was the worst pile of junk I've ever driven.

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Some say that Ab has become a site dedicated to socializing and opinionated banter, do you agree? You took the words right out of my head. Yes. Even some of the most innocent questions I've answered diplomatically and with kindness have had surprisingly negative feedback. There are many categories that I'm afraid to even make answer contributions in. So I go the "comments" route. I don't mind the lighthearted trivial questions as a change of pace. The...

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What is your Most remembered memory and why? Two things: one pleasant, one not pleasant. My folks had my younger brother and I dress like twins...we both loved it tremendously. When I was 10-years-old, I was playing on a railroad tressel (train bridge) with friends. Suddenly a freight train comes from around a curve, I didn't have anywhere to go, so I managed to balance on the steel girder that supports the siding. I made it...

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Question for Atheists:If you're in a mixed religion marriage(now or in the future)do you let your religious spouse take over that part of parenting.Or join it. I don't think ethical/moral training should be segregated to one parent or the other. A religious background brings some baggage and so does non-religious background. The parents need to work as a team and bring the very best, impeccable wisdom to bear when raising children.

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What is the sweetest thing your child ever did for you, at any age? Something you would never forget! My 11-year-old protege' (I don't have a kid of my own.) did a misdeed that I didn't know about. So, he apologized to the person he wronged and to me, then I got a big hug. It was really from his heart.

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Do you think that teenagers that just learned how to drive (in america) should have to have a bumpersticker on thier car for the 1st year saying " Just got my license" ? Yes, but the wording would be: How's my driving? Call ___-___-____ (parents' phone number)

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What was your favorite toy when you where a child? Marvin the teddybear, hands down.

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What food do you believe best represents your country? Roasting ears! (sweet corn on the cob, barbecued in the husk with butter and salt added before placing on the grill) A midwestern USA delicacy

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Is William Shatner's music really any good? In a very twisted, Dr. Demento, sort of way. Pure camp!

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If you could look like anyone other than yourself, then who would you choose? Matt Damon White bread good looks.

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What are your favorite quotes? "The old Lakota was wise. He knew that man's heart away from nature becomes hard; he knew that lack of respect for growing, living things soon led to lack of respect for humans, too." ``Chief Luther Standing Bear``

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What's the funniest name you've ever heard? The Zappa offspring: Dweezle and Moon Unit

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What do you believe, but cannot prove? The Theory of Relativity I've read the proofs and scholastic arguements, but I don't have the mathmatical skills to prove it myself.

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Can you describe yourself in one word? ecclectic

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What would your porn star name be? (It's the name of your first pet + the street you grew up on.) Main Street Goldie. (Hey, wait a minute, I'm a guy!)

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What was the best and worst thing you got for Christmas 2006? The best one was a soft, comfy sweater in my size, my favorite color and favorite fabric (cotton). The one that was least desirable, was the can of Barbasol shaving gel. The person who gave this knows full well that I use an electric shaver. BTW, the gifter of the Barbasol loves cat-themed knick knacks and such. I got her a cat wall clock, a porcelain cat planter for her houseplant and...

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What one thing or person has caused you the most pain and/or suffering? Self rightious theocratic bullying.

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At what point in your life did you really form a solid concept of death? In high school on a nice Friday evening watching my chums playing a district football game. A friend of mine played fullback. He was in the middle of a play, when he dropped the ball on the field. The crowd started booing him, then he grabbed himself around the chest and crumpled to the ground. The medics put him on a stretcher, but apparently he had already died...he was DOA at the...

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Is your hometown famous for anything? Yes, Norfolk was Johnny Carson's hometown. He spent his school years here. His family house is just a couple of miles from my place.

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Which seating arrangement provides best sound Quality for players and audience during a musical concert? For most classical concerts, I've found that one-third of the way from the stage...dead center gives full, amazing sound. For opera, a bit closer...in order to also see the activity better on stage. Rock concerts...close up to the stage.

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Do you like the feel of cold spoons in the morning? Do you mean flatware or your lover spoons you? If flatware, yes, cold spoons don't warm up my cold cereal, or they also help to slightly cool my coffee. If it's my lover who spoons me, no...I like that warm.

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Imagine you have to go to jail for 20 years. With whom would you prefer to share your cell; a Protestant, a Muslim, a Hindu, a JW, a Jew or a _____? A non-practicing atheist. We'd leave each other alone on the religion stuff and we could have some intellectual conversations, or we could just be silent together. If he had to have a religion, I'd say a Buddhist would be cool. Acceptance and a meditation habit would be a nice set of attributes for a cellmate.

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Why is it that if you store a fragrance for a few months, small particles tend to appear in it? It doesn't unless it's been contaminated somehow. It may have been something on your hand like oil from your skin or something. Solution? Purchase fragrences in spray applicator bottles. BTW, I've kept fragrences for a few years and nothing of the sort ever appeared in the bottles.

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Considering my personality and my favorite books, do you think I would like Oscar Wilde? That's a difficult take. The intellectual side of you would enjoy the depth of Wilde's writing. If you have some bohemian traits (none were blatant in your profile other than your avatar) you would be touched by his vulnerable personna. You appear very intellectual and have some impressive interests. Still Mr. Oscar might be a toss up. I'm with "lady fushia"...

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If you could be something other than human what would you be? I'd be the man in the moon...(he's not a person, he's just a concept). Songs, poetry and nursery rhymes would be written in my honor. I'd have a fantastic view of planets, galaxies, nebulae, I could watch the earth.

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What is my real name? Danette Wanda Johnson or Olivia Andrea Nissen possibly Yolanda Shila Crommley All we have to go on is Beefalo which is a hybrid between bison and domestic cattle. Native american name like: Sacacawea? A cowgirls name like: Dale Evans?

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Do you know how to speak norwegian? If yes, what sources do you suggest to learn it online? Hallo, Du kunne ønske å prøve denne detalj koble sammen : (You might try this link:) http://www.mylanguageexchange.com/Learn/Norwegian.asp good luck, swabby

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What airline have you found is the worst for losing your luggage? United Airlines has lost mine or diverted it to the wrong location three times. The other carriers I've used have not lost or diverted it at all. This is only my personal experience.

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Thermostat is stuck open on my 1999 Accord, causing the engine to run cold. Where is the thermostat and how do I replace it? Try the input coolant hose to the engine block (the smallest diameter hose from the radiator). At the block portion should be an elbow that contains the thermostat. Make sure the coolant has been drained to a point to where you won't mess up the engine and cause a later hazard. Then remove the elbow and find the thermostat (a flat device that looks like a sort of valve). Replace with...

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What's the best birthday or Christmas gift you ever received? That would probably be my first real bicycle when I was a kid. As fas as Xmas 2006 goes, it is a sincere and touching greeting card and letter from a Tibetan monk I sponsor in India. The message was very wonderful and touching plus, he sent me a photograph of his mother and his siblings. I was simply floored. Peace, swabby

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Have you ever seen a Ghetto in real life? Are we are confusing ghetto with slum? A ghetto being an ethnic neighborhood...at first created by forced segregation ie. the island in Venice, Italy where jews were placed. While never a prestigious place to live, they can be clean and nice places. For instance "The Village" in NYC or "The Castro" in SF,CA. Some can be poor and scary, though, like the Watts area of LA....

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Now that Christmas is over...is there a gift you just had to have and now your looking at it wondering.. "did i really need that?" If so.. what is it? Mambo toiletry set (cologne, aftershave, moisturizer) I like the fragrence and all, but it turns out I should have just asked for the cologne, only. It's the only one I've been using.

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What city now is the most like Austin Texas was circe 1985? Culture and attitude? Probably Columbia, Missouri.

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What is the stupidest thing someone who is prank calling you has ever said? I got a call, allegedly from Frigidaire, and the caller asked whether I knew that my refrigerator is running. I said yes it is. The caller told me I'd better hurry and run too, so I can catch it.

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Do you believe your astrological profile describes you pretty closely? Either way, what's your sign and what does it say about you? I'm a leo with cancer moon and scorpio rising.Since I used to indulge in this psuedo-science for profit at one time, I could make it fit my real personality if I used a mental shoehorn and indulged in denial. I think skepticism is in my makeup somewhere? It says I like the spotlight, but am introverted but like hot love-making. I guess that would fit plenty of folks and I suppose I...

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How would you describe the consistency and texture of your boobs and/or manboobs? My pecs (I'm a dude) are firm and muscular. They are smooth with just a bit of hair...just enough for interest. There is an extra bump on one sort of like Marky Mark's pecs. But his body is much more developed than mine.

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Have you ever invented a recipe for a dish? What was it, and was it good? Yes, I invented an orange merangue pie. At least I substituted orange zest and fresh squeezed orange juice to replace the lime ingredients of my specialty key-lime pie. I took it to a holiday gathering, and there were no leftovers, just plenty of kudos from the folks who tried it.

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How many calories are in an ounce of human urine? I'm sure that's going to vary according to whether or not the patient is diabetic or not. If you are in pre-med, this is a lab experiment and not something for this venue.

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Outlet in the kitchen stopped working.It is a gfi outlet &controls another outlet so both are now not working.When you press the reset button it clicks back out.My husband bought another gfi outlet and it is doing the same thing- but the 'ready'lite is on If it is also tripping the breaker in your main electrical box, you might have a safety hazard. I'd call your electrician ASAP. Since another outlet is also affected I'd guess it's in the main box. Please be careful!

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What would be a good song to play at my wedding next year when having a dance with my step-father? At a wedding dance, you can't go wrong with "The Flying Dutchman" polka. If he is older and likes something slower, try "The Tennessee Waltz".

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When is best time to transplant lillies in the midwest? What types of lillies?

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What are some excellent tourist attractions to see when I go to Greece, and other parts of Europe? Get a copy of a "Lonely Planet" guidebook and or check out their website. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ You know your tastes and interests better than I could ever guess. Do have a great trip!

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Who decides the main food advertising laws? US laws are decided by the Congress and Senate then signed into law by the President. You may be refering to the various regulations. Those are generally the work of the Food and Drug Administration, The US Dept of Agriculture and often in part by the Interstate Commerce Commission along with the Federal Trade Commission. FTC and ICC carry the bulk of the truth in advertising work....

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If you could be any snack food, what would you be? Would it describe you at all? Popcorn. I'm adaptable, sweet like caramel popcorn, salty and dependable like regular movie theatre popcorn, I'm well rounded like a popcorn ball. I'm handy and I do many things fairly well.

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Do you think you give people the same impression and act the same on AB as you do in "real" life? No, for a couple of reasons. I don't get nearly the same feedback on AB as I do in actual face to face conversation. (Nobody rates my questions, and folks don't like my frank <not rude> answers.) Plenty of people online here on AB and on other sites seem either too aggressive to be real or more nice than is believable. Anonymity will generally cause different behavior in...

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Should I spy on my teenage daughters (4 of them) internet activity, I have the tools to do so, but resist it? I wouldn't spy on them per se. I would let them know that you have decided to "monitor" their on-line activity. It's not just a matter of any of your daughters getting "wierd" (that would indicate it's too late for an early warning). There are plenty of predators who are extremely good at conning people into doing anything imaginable. I assume they are...

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Complete this sentence: I am the most_____of all the_____you'll ever_____. squeezable ... guys ... hug

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What famous person do other people tell you that you most resemble? Jimmy Durante...the schnozola!

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Why is there school tmro when it's a national day of rememberence for former Pres. Ford? That depends upon your local school board's decision. There are many school districts calling off classes because of the rememberance day. So, you should call your district's superintendent for an answer to your question.

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Would you consider yourself prejudiced against ugly people? Why or why not? Be honest! Not prejudiced...I'm not exactly a stud-muffin myself. So maybe I deal equally with all sorts of people regardless of looks.

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How to change passenger side power mirror in Toyota 1999 I would strongly recommend that you purchase a shop manual that corresponds to your particular car. Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Tercel, etc. I like "Chiltons" the best. You can find these in many bookstores and on-line.

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I have about a 5 inch penis without an erection. Is that a bad or a good thing. Good or Bad? Neither, it would be about average.

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Why do you all come on answerbag besides to get answers? why do you desire to get higher levels? I like to satisfy my curiosity about what other people are thinking about. I get a quick, unscientific social sample to ponder.

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If commercialisation continues the way it's going, in the future, will we have to stop every 15 minutes during sex to have a ad-break? That certainly would add a double entendre' to the term "pop-up" wouldn't it. If they have to include a jingle sung by an ad agency, I think I'll become celebate.

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When did you last cry and why? I sponsor a Tibetan monk who lives in South India. When I went to visit him, we hit it off very well. Every aspect of our personalities just clicked like we were brothers. Even though we both know that becoming strongly attached is considered unskillful behavior according to the precepts, it just happened. When I got onto the bus in Mysore to eventually go home to the USA, I held out a...

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My 2005 buick won't start, I checked the battery and it is ok. The ignition just clicks when you try to start it, and the lights are bright. Your starter relay?

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What (if anything) do you collect? Antique American pottery. Antique photographs. Old tourist momentos and souveniers.

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How did you choose your Answerbag name (assuming its not actually your name, that is!)? Swabby has a double meaning to me. The first one started out in the 1970s. As part of my morning radio show I did a daily bit with bogus fortunes and astrology readings. My alter-ego for that segment was a make-believe swami...he (I) spoke in a believable Bombay accent. Because I didn't wish to offend any Hindus in the audience I called myself "The Great Swabby" Nobody was...

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How much do you know about other religions? Which one religion you would like to know more? There are many that are lumped into the heading called "Hinduism". I would single out Shaivism and then after that I would want to know about the worship of Ganesha. Ganesha, especially would be valuable because he is included in so many rituals regardless of whatever other gods and goddesses are worshipped.

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Being -completely objective-, name one drawback to each of the worlds major Religions (For example, but not limited to: Islam, Hindu, Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism) and explain why :) Islam ... Rigid dogmatism Judaism ... bummer of a sky god Christianity ... arrogance or spiritual pride Hindu ... caste system Buddhism ... vastly misunderstood Paganism ... faux antique Zoroastrianism ... extremely dualistic

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Was there really a "lost continent" of Atlantis? If so, where is it now? The oceans have been mapped. There is nothing of the sort that has the appearance of a landmass such as an alleged sunken continent. So, the current research denies such a thing. It's still fun to dream up a fantasy of an idealized civilization in a golden era being tragically destroyed...good stuff for bedtime reading.

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I keep reading and hearing that Cupid wears a diaper. Well, why doesn't he wear regular grown-up underwear? If he is incontinent, why? The depictions I've seen show Cupid in the buff. His little fanny is exposed to the air. If he is incontinent...look out below!

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I know the meaning of the word regardless, what is the meaning of irregardless? It is not considered to be a standard word...it is improper English to use it. Regardless of that, in common usage the meaning is exactly the same for "irregardless" as regardless. swabby

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What was the name of your first Pet? A long-finned goldfish I named "Goldie". Original, huh?

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Don't you just hate morning glory (flower)? I like them, so I have them planted between a border sidewalk and the house--this feature came with the property. Otherwise, I wouldn't plant them because of the risk of spreading. I have to be discrete because Morning Glories are classified as a noxious weed by the county authorities where I live. I risk a fine if the noxious weed board would ever inspect my yard. I feel like such...

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Do you prefer a feather pillow or a foam pillow? I love the luxury of a feather pillow, but my physician says I must use a firm foam pillow because of my sleep apnea. However, I enjoy the feathers so much that I have a small cushion I use on my recliner for short naps...ahhh.

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What do you keep your termostat temp at in the winter? I've programmed mine at 55 when I'm away on my 11-hour shift. It gets bumped up to 64 before I arrive home, then down to 62 when I hit the hay. I don't like it much warmer, because I'm active at home and find myself shedding a sweater when I get busy.

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What is the best mixed breed for a dog? For example: Japanese Spitz and Pomerian or Shih-tzu and poodle. Medium sized breeds of indeterminate background except that they might include black lab and/or spaniel. We got a pound puppy that probably has all of the proverbial 57-varieties in him somewhere. He's a well-behaved and very loyal pet.

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Why do rabbits hop? To cross over to the other side of the road.

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Would you consider your house big or small? A tiny cottage. The main bedroom (out of two total) barely has room for a standard double bed. The livingroom is slightly larger, the kitchen/dining area is about the same size as the main bedroom. The bathroom is just barely large enough to hold the tub, john and sink. There is a basement, but it is half the size of the house and it's only five-feet high (so I duck down when putting...

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Is it really cruel to give a CAT (not gat, yes my typing is getting worse) a mohawk? Our pets certainly have to put up with strange notions by their humans. I wouldn't do that to a kitty kat--their pride is at stake. I might consider having a dog trimmed that way--early in the warm seasons of the year. Even with a dog, that's pushing things a bit.

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Should I buy a regular toaster or a toaster oven? I'm with the rest. A toaster-oven is really nice in the summertime when you have a small baking job to do and don't want to heat up the kitchen (and your A/C bill). If you just use it for toast and nothing else, though, a toaster-oven's toast isn't quite as attractive as a conventional toaster's is. So, just weigh the pluses and minuses as to what you plan to use...

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Why does my cat like to sleep with me? Picking up on some good vibes, no doubt!

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My black suede shoes are covered in beer and general dirt so have started to look faded in grey in areas, how can i clean them so they look black again!? There is a product specifically designed for suede and nubuck leather. It is a solvent in an aerosol can and has a brush topped cap. It's made by the Kiwi company and costs less than $6 (US) per can. I've used this in the past and it restores and cleans quite well. You can probably find it at Walgreen's or someplace similar.

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What is the most useful tool you own? I have an old Volkswagen screwdriver that came with my long-departed Quantum Syncro. The thing converts from flat to phillips head just by plugging the works differently into the handle. I use the thing just about everyday. It's made of German steel so it just lasts and lasts. I've often wondered if I lost it, would there be a replacement available.

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Does anybody know what my avatar picture is? 2 points for a good guess ;) Exchanging saliva with a small ape?

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In general, what perceptions and attitudes do Americans have about Canadians? Unfortunately, most US citizens don't give Canada or Canadians much thought at all unless something happens that makes a newscast or newspaper article. Most probably think Canadians are pretty laid back, live and let live sorts of folks. We have a Vancouver Island native working in our office. She's got a low-key sense of humor (humour) and is good natured. She's a bit more...

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I heard that drinking Mountain Dew makes your penis smaller. Is this true? There's probably some truth to it, but not because of chemicals or poisons. If you drink plenty of any soft drinks, you get a big belly which will cause the skin to "encroach" upon the share of skin your organ claimed. The same probably goes for beer, fast-food, and a sedentary lifestyle.

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What are your views on "sagging". I keep thinking we're looking at the rearends of a whole generation of future plumbers. (My brother's a plumber, so I mean no harm by this--I just couldn't resist the stereotype.)

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What are some nice and unusual names for a boy? A nephew of mine is named "Ziba" (pronounced zeye-buh). I thought it was a weird name at first, but now I think it's a great name. It fits the lil kid to a tee.

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What should I wear with a Christian youth group tee shirt to give it a healthy dose of irony? A Black Sabbath wristwatch, double-knit gaberdine pedal pushers and turquoise stilleto pumps.

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How was everyone's holiday?Did you get what you wanted for Christmas? Well, I was really hoping that Santa would deliver world peace. But on the bright side, I got a really comfortable, attractive sweater!

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Who is your favorite historical figure? Please know that the person I name is one I deplore for his reputation and actions. I name him because he has been the subject of countless books and articles. He has fascinated people for good or ill ever since his rise and fall from power. He is universally recognized as a prime example of supreme power gone terribly wrong. I name him my favorite, because he is an example of someone with...

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Who was the most evil person who ever lived? Pope Alexander the sixth. Supposedly the Prince of goodness and leader of the christian church from 1492 through 1503. See link below. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Alexander_VI Unlike "evil dictators" like Hitler and Stalin, this fellow's role was to be one of the godly, wonderful people to guide civilization in a wise and christian manner. His actual behavior...

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What with all the gay rights, gay pride and gay parade activities, would it be necessary for straight or otherwise people to start doing things in search of acceptance or celebrance? Hmm, looks like we have a points eraser amongst us. I wonder who that might be.

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What with all the gay rights, gay pride and gay parade activities, would it be necessary for straight or otherwise people to start doing things in search of acceptance or celebrance? Hello Hollywood_Media, Straights are going to have to do something pretty drastic to get down to the degree of non-acceptance that gay folks must endure. I hope you didn't mean it to be so, but this question seems somewhat offensive. Straight folk already have various ways of showing "straight-pride". Legally accepted marriage, baby showers and the like. All they need to...

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What is the best brand for a baritone saxophone? I really prefer the Keilworth SX 90 R. I have standard version, but hope to graduate to the black-nickle finish just because it looks so fine. I really like the overall balance and accuracy of action. It's really a very flawless instrument and recommend it highly. swabby

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Is there a winter holiday (like Christmas) for the 'religion' of Scientology? I'm not certain how it is celebrated, but there are a few "Founder's Days" in December. For instance on Dec. 30th is something called Freedom Day US, to celebrate the official recognition in 1974 of the Church of Scientology in the United States. Also, New Year's Eve has a special importance to Scientologists as a sort of recapitualation or review period for many...

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What is Your Favorite Holiday Food? Oestakaka topped with lingenberries. A holiday delicacy served in scandinavian countries. An absolutely scrumptious type of cheesecake made with farmer cheese. We enjoyed this only during the holidays when I was a kid. It was a reward given for choking down the lutefisk. I need to prepare some Oestakakka for New Years Day!

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Should a gay or lesbian couple be allowed to adopt a child? Of course they should. As long as the prospective parents understand that they are undertaking a very important duty in the nurturance of a human life. There are many, many kids who need a loving home. If the home is a same-sex orientation home, that should be perfectly fine.

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What is the 'gay and lesbian agenda'? Besides the right to participate as equals in society, I have found a link to the official gay agenda as revealed by Betty Bowers: http://www.bettybowers.com/homoagenda.html I certainly hope this lays to rest once and for all any doubt that society may have regarding the "agenda"!

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If you were locked in a windowless room with a famous person (living or dead) for 48 hours, who would you LEAST want to be stuck with? Ted Nugent.

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When i ejactulated for the first time, which was today, it was painful, and i have a small brown spot right next to the "opening" is this right?(IMA BOY) This is a somewhat vague question. Do you mean for the first time ever in your life? Or do you mean for the first time today? How old are you? If there's some kind of "spot" that wasn't there before and it looks "wrong" to you, perhaps you need to ask a medical professional about your condition, soon. swabby

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Why do humans always ponder 'where do we come from, where are we going, and why are we here?' Can't they just be satisfied with barbecues, books, fishing and sex? You asked the $64,000 question! You also partially answered your own question by pondering why we always ponder. In other words, what separates us from other creatures is our ability to create concepts like barbecues, books, and words for the acts of fishing and making love. Once you have the ability to form concepts, you have the ability to roam around inside your head about what's...

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What internationally known celeberties are from your country? There are many from the USA so I will narrow it down to my general area...the midwest. Johnny Carson was from my town Norfolk, NE. Dick Cavett is from a bit north of here Yankton SD. Gerald Ford (ex prez)is from Omaha, NE. Marlon Brando was born in Nebraska along with Henry Fonda and Fred Astaire. VP Richard Cheney is from Lincoln, NE. The late Lawrence Welk was from the...

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Do Socialists automatically become Communists as soon as Socialism is achieved? No, rarely would this ever happen.

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Does anybody else think the retail world is horrble to its employee's when it comes to holidays like christmas? While I don't mind working both this current xmas eve and xmas (much) I will relate my opinion that I think retailers are hard on their employees during holidays. I had to fill up the ol' sedan Saturday (12/23) at my favorite convenience store. I went inside to pay and then casually asked the young fellow running the cash register if he had any special plans for the holidays. He...

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Why is the bass producing unit called a (sub)woofer? Because it produces sound in the lower register like a large canine (woof woof) is capable of doing. As opposed to a tweeter which is the higher range like a bird (tweet tweet) would produce. I just wish somebody would have found an animal name for the poor ol' mid-range element. swabby

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I'm gay, and I want to know the truth on the amount of people on average who are okay with it and who have a problem with it. Thoughts? I think that if you refer to the USA public at large, not AnswerBag folks, there is a lot of negative opinion about gay folks. This is by virtue of ignorance or lack of contact with average GLBT folks. These opinions are largely stratified by region. Ie. the so-called Biblebelt harbors plenty of homophobic people, whereas NYC and San Francisco present plenty of folks who go by "live and...

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What was the exit song played at the Billy Joel concert on Maui? It had a refrain of "I Be Smokin'" but it wasn't exactly about drugs--more of a life statement. Is it Piano Man? According to his itinery he sang Piano Man. Here are the lyrics for you. Piano Man Its nine oclock on a saturday The regular crowd shuffles in Theres an old man sitting next to me Makin love to his tonic and gin He says, son, can you play me a memory? Im not really sure how it goes But its sad and its sweet and I knew it complete When I wore a younger mans...

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My bro loves a girl who is 7yrs elder to him.we have diagreed for the relation,now my bro has taken it very negatively and does not speak to anyone at home he is very irrirated and upset from within.How do we handle this situation?what do we do now? Apologies are in order all the way around. Your brother needs to apologise for his reaction. Everyone else needs to apologise for being insensitive and/or for reasons only you folks can know. swabby

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Is staring at a harsh white computer screen bad for your eyes? say, like the answerbag screen? Certainly, yes. Not as bad as a dark screen with colored text or a dark screen with white text. This is why doctors recommend looking away from the screen frequently. Better yet, every once in awhile, take a short walk around your space or outdoors and look at the sky. swabby

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What does it mean when your muslces twitch after you workout? They are tired and hungry. You need to sit back, have lots of fresh water and a light, healthy snack of solid food. A gentle massage works well, too. swabby

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What are some good phrases to write on a Christmas card? I wish you and your loved ones abundant Peace and Prosperity. I hope you enjoy your holidays how you wish and with whom you wish. (Consider the above as my greetings to all the Answerbag folks who stumble across this entry!) Happy Holidays from Swabby

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Besides Answerbag, what websites do you check every day? I check out buzzflash.com to get a quick rundown on current events and links to controversy. swabby

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Why do some men use the term "feminist" as an insult against women who don't agree with them? It's the same mindset that took a very positive word and attitude and turned it around into an epithet. The word and mindset is "liberal". People with the intent to slander people who disagree with them are very weak and insecure. I feel pity for them. swabby

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Have you ever known anyone with a photographic memory? The former sports director at our radio station. He kept track of football, basketball and baseball players throughout their entire grade school and high school sports "careers". He'd meet kids in the 5th grade playing pickup basketball and remember their names, who their parents were and their non-sports interests...even as those interests changed as the kids grew up. ...

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Are aussies popular with americans in general? Popular? Just popular? More like a hot fetish! Aussies are fantastic in my view! Plenty of North Americans agree with me. swabby

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Does anyone else find it as sad as me that in this day and age, people refer to homosexuality like it's a problem? It's more than sad. It's a concerted effort to control the dialogue by people who have less than honorable intentions. Whomever controls the debate ends up winning. Right now, the folks who have much to gain by using GLBT folks as pawns in their political and power games are winning. The GLBT cannot afford to feel victimized, ever! The GLBT community simply must always control...

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Do the Jehovah's Witnesses offer or maintain an opt-out list so that one may discontinue receiving their publications and fliers at one's house? One sure-fire method of repelling the threat of prosyletizing missionary types from JW and possibly some others is this: Put a flag decal on your front door. I put one on mine on the advice of an ex-JW who said many Jehovah's Witnesses consider the flag a graven image. Since I put on the flag (a Tibetan one) 6-years ago, I haven't seen a single one. swabby

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Is it very common to have an allergic reaction to niacin? I drank one of those whoop ass energy drinks that has a ton of niacin and i had a reaction. This is NOT a professional or medical opinion. I have read that niacin can cause a sensation of heat or prickly heat and can cause a person's face to flush red. It's not really an allergic reaction per se. It's a way that your body is saying you've overdosed. It's somewhat safe, but very irritating. I'd read the ingredient labels of your drinks more...

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What makes your significant other so attractive? Physically: Short in stature, which I find hot. Stubby nose, hazel eyes, hair that doesn't behave. Solid build. Inner qualities: Thoughtful, creative, funny, inventive, seductive, likes to spend plenty of time together. swabby

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When you sleep, does it make any difference whether you breathe through your nose or mouth? Yes. Keeping your mouth closed to breathe through the nose allows natural filtering and moisturizing to occur. Breathing through the mouth can cause sore throat symptoms, enhancement of tendancies to snore and the probability of eating spiders. (This is a real risk to arachnids--check it out yourself.) swabby

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Is it true that when you are having a dream you are unable to read? What do you mean? Read and dream at the same time? Or read something within a dream? I can read house numbers and roadside billboards in my dreams. I once remember dreaming about scanning a phonebook looking for the name of a friend. swabby

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Is there an organized group of people who practice "The Four Agreements"/Toltec wisdom? Yes. Google don Jose Luis and don Miguel. They have an official website.

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Please compare and contrast Taoism and Zen Buddhism. Hello Elitheeli, I'm assuming you mean The Tao and both main schools of Zen (or Chan) Buddhism in their unadulterated forms. Taoism or the Tao boiled down to it's essential quality is basically the stream of life. What is, is...no muss, no clutter, no complicated "philosophy". This is a loose description, because The Tao cannot be described. If the Tao is described,...

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Do you think it is right to scan the daily rouine of celebs? If you've got the time to worry about things like that, good for you. It's certainly not anything anti-social or "bad". I hardly have the time to scan the routine of my own life, so I don't worry about the lives of strangers, that's just IMHO. OK? swabby

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How do you think the priests/pundits/pastors are responsible to turn away people from religion? (writing an article in local bulletin to point out the LUKEWARM priest and pastors attitude being responsible for the present church's affairs) I will try to summarize here, because I could write many pages on this subject. From one point of view, the ultra-conservative theocratic one, the main stream clergy and their allied politicians and pundits "condone" (I loathe that word)certain hotbutton issues. These include, of course, equal treatment/citizenship rights for GLBT citizens; the ever popular anti abortion issue; and...

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How do i get a web service host page off a particular site it keeps redirecting to something called adshuffle.com You have some adware and possible spyware on your machine. See if you can download and install Windows Defender from the Microsoft site. If that works, go ahead and scan your entire machine and delete the garbage that it finds. Beyond that a visit to the PC repair is in order. Good luck.

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What do you think of folks from India? Some very dear friends of mine showed me a wonderful time in Mumbai. Other fine friends were gracious to me in Mysore. Very sincere people and quite generous. I've seen examples of some nasty Indians, too, but that's no surprise. Humanity is similar all across the world. swabby

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What is the name of the person who is nearest to you right now? Michael is here in the same room. Steven is closest in my heart.

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What time do you quit Answerbagging and go to bed? Usually between 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. I work the graveyard shift. swabby

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Jesus or Santa? Both Jesus & Santa are cool concepts. I would add Shakyamuni Buddha to the list.

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How many people accept a Transexual as a girl/guy and be careful folks this is one of my soapboxes? OK by me. I used to know a pre-operative transgendered person. He went to Europe to save for his operation and then eventually dreamed of having it. I don't know what happened to this person, I haven't seen or heard from him/her in years. It's too bad because he was a really caring and kind person, he should make a lovely and loving woman. I really wish I knew. If the...

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What outfit or article of clothing do you like to see your mate wearing the most? tighty whities

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What is splunking? On the Answerbag question page, this was categorized as a "sexual techniques". I was going to write "cave explorer" the same as the other folks. However, if this question is under "sexual techniques", I can only guess at what it might mean and I certainly don't want to go there. Is this a valid cautionary note? swabby

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What's your favorite flag? The flag of Tibet. The snowlions are cool and I like the radiating colors. Very attention getting and yet reassuring at the same time. swabby

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What food have you eaten that could be on Fear Factor, they are so horrid? lutefisk (without mustard!)

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Have you ever spoken in public? Would you like to? Why or why not? I've spoken to small groups and groups of 200+ at various times. I've given short speeches and introductions at state and county fair crowds at rodeos and music events. It's a real rush to do, and I get butterflies each time...part of the thrill. In one respect, I speak in public many times each and every day sometimes it's to a few hundred thousand at a time. I'm...

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I'm far from sexist, racist, or judgemental in any way, but why do I love off-color jokes? I might add that the anti-social nature of off-color humor adds an extra zing! I'm not sexist, racist, religiophobic, homophobic, xenophobic...etc. But the forbidden quality of something like that brings out the junior-high level of bad-boy in me. I know I shouldn't, but I do anyway. tsk, tsk swabby

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Why do the good music stations on radio get changed or taken off the air, well talk-radio stations don't get changed or taken off the air? As was alluded to in some other answers, what is considered "good" is a flexible term and means different things to different folks. What is important in commercial radio is ratings (Arbitron Numbers). This is important because, the higher the ratings, the more commercial spots the sales staff can sell, the better for the financial health of the radio station. And people like me,...

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I love christmas time but i hate the retail christmas. is this unusual? i work in a store. If I worked in a retail establishment at this time of year, I wouldn't be too wild about the commercialized aspect either. It's a zoo in those stores these days. swabby

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I have been wearing the same brand, model, and color scheme of shoes for my entire high school career. They were discontinued today. Mine have holes. All 7 pairs. Can someone give advice? Think outside the (shoe)box. Unless your regular brand is a medically theraputic type, it's time to move along and enjoy some other brands, styles, colors, looks. There are tons of really comfortable, great looking shoes on the market. No, I don't sell shoes for a living. :-) You're a high schooler, get out and live a little. Have fun. swabby

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What is the grossest thing your parents would make you eat as a child? (Part B: was it soooo gross to be considered cruel and unusual?) I grew up in a home that celebrates our Scandinavian heritage. The holidays are famous for those famous smorgasbord feasts. They are also infamous for those slimy, pale blobs of lutefisk. Lutefisk is so gross to so many folks, that we have to smother the funky taste with spoonsful of mustard. I think this might be one more reason I became a vegetarian. Swabby

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91 buick Park Ave 6 cyl good running, but now won't start smell gas on oil dip stick and oil is 1 " to full? Boy oh boy oh boy! This would appear to be a head gasket leak and/or warped block. Obviously your fuel is contaminating your engine lubricant. Did you have an engine overheating event very recently? This is going to be a big bucks repair whether you do it yourself or have it done professionally. I'd seriously be scouting for a replacement vehicle because the repair will be well over...

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I want to sell my music (guitar only). How do I copyright it, and how do I go about selling it? You should start out by licensing your song(s) through B.M.I. or A.S.C.A.P. Either one has a legal staff who are well versed on any legal questions you will have including copyright questions and protocol, etc. swabby

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Have you ever seen anyone die? I was with my paternal grandmother in the nursing home. I was holding her hand. I was meditating and whispering a little prayer for her benefit. I had a strange sensation that she had passed away. I didn't have any negative feelings because she had Alzheimer's Disease and was sleeping when she died. I was a bit shaky when I went to the nurses' station to tell them my grandma...

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Everyone thinks that I'm gay becuase i wear eyeliner. Is that true? I might think you're a rock star or in theatre. Are you glbt? Are you worried about what others think? (I wish homophobia would vanish then your question would be less problematic.) Are you in physical danger or are you experiencing frequent verbal assaults? If so, you might want to consider where and when you decide to display your special "look" in public. ...

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What’s the dumbest purchase you’ve ever made? Back in 1973 I bought a brand new Chevy Vega Kammback wagon. The thing burned oil and backfired from day one. The engine kept running even after shutting it off...I had to kill it by letting out the clutch. The car was in the shop so often, I probably spent more on repair bills than I did on the retail price. At least it was fun to drive, if you didn't go uphill or very far. swabby

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What do you do besides get on Answerbag? Work in broadcasting. Meditate.(Dzogchen school of Tibetan Buddhism) Amature archaeologist. Travel wherever and whenever I can. Moderate workouts at the YMCA gym. Collect old pottery (and arrange flowers inside many of them). Gardening and some yardwork. Read and study non-fiction and eastern philosophy. swabby

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Were you ever afraid of Santa Claus and why? The one who visited my kindergarten class (ages and ages ago)had a bad costume, didn't smile or say "ho, ho, ho" and had body odor. I wasn't really afraid of that fellow, I just was put off by him. swabby

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What's the best holiday destination you have been on and why? The very first time I went to London, England. My penfriend invited me to stay with him and his family in Hayes, Middlesex (I love that name!). I was given the standard tours of London's historic sites, also shopping and dining. We later took in Brighton for fun and then Portsmouth because of my interest in vintage sailing ships. It was my first try at driving on the left side of the...

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Who is your favorite clothing designer? Ralph Lauren. Tasteful clothing design and lines (very seldom tacky or over the top). Some nice takes on classic styles so they don't go out of style as quickly as some designers product. The prices are within reason as well. swabby

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What are modern ways that America is becoming more Socialist or more into a Social Democracy? It is not becoming that way at all. So your question probably has no satisfactory answer. It is, however, becoming much more oriented towards oligarchy and corporatism than in years past. There are active movements to curtail or eliminate most programs that might be construed as somewhat "socialistic". Many of them are being "privatized". Ie. the attempt to subvert...

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Is it possible to consciously control the body's autonomic functions? If so, how? There are some supposed techniques practiced by some adepts of esoteric branches of South Asian Hindu sects. Also, some alleged highly trained monks of the secret schools of Vajrayana (Tibetan) Buddhism. These secrets are highly guarded. On a more practical level, a person might be able to slightly alter heart-rate and metabolism a bit by engaging in advanced practice of readily available...

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Is there any way I can access my Master Account for my internet? I forgot the password? Contact your ISP. They will have a proceedure for you to follow. swabby

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When you're sick with a cold is it okay to use a humidifer? Yes, it is often recommended. It keeps your sinuses from becoming too dry. Better yet...use a vaporizor with some menthol. My mom always used that when I was a kid suffering from a cold or flu. swabby

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I tried to download Windows Defender (spyware removal) at microsoft.com but as soon as it starts to download the Internet just goes away and brings me back to an empty desktop. Any suggestions? I'm thinking you have spyware and/or a virus. Often times, they "detect" downloads of anti-virus and anti-virus programs. It looks like you'll need some professional assistance. swabby

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Has anyone googled there own name, and what results did you get? I have a common name. I found nothing at all about me. I found numerous listings for complete strangers who live in various cities and countries. swabby

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What is your star sign? (chinese as well) Star sign? My sun sign is Leo Chinese astrology has me as a dragon swabby

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I use an electric shaver and have found I have no irritation if I shave before the shower. If after, the room is too humid which causes the shaver to drag and irritate my skin. I have tried the battery powered wet/dry shavers in the shower...my skin was irritated afterwards.

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I am officially addicted to tea, any suggestions that you think I've never tried? (specify if hot or cold) I was so, so on tea (except iced in the summer) until I was served authentic Indian Chai. I am now a convert to hot tea. I almost like chai as much as coffee. swabby

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My favorite old t.v. show was M.A.S.H., whats yours? 30 Minute Meals with Rachel Ray. Yummo! She and her recipes rock!

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How do you roast a perfect marshmellow? Outdoors on a camping trip is best. You take the marshmallow or more than one and pierce with a stick taken from a tree. Hold the marshmallow(s) well above the campfire and watch carefully. The outside will form a "skin" that is a tan or butterscotch color. Rotate the stick so the tan happens all over the marshmallow(s). When finished serve promptly sandwiched between two halves...

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Do all religions practice vegetarianism. Very few practice it. One minor religion does, strictly. Jainism. Buddhist monks in many traditions are vegetarians by recommendation, however in their begging rounds, they are to accept whatever food is offered by laypersons, including meat. I'm aware of some vegetarian provisions for Seventh Day Adventists, but I'm not certain as to the particulars. swabby

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What is the secret to Kernal Sanders chicken batter? Colonel Sanders secret recipe remains a secret. The only way you can legally learn it is to be a part of the corporate department in charge of product development and distribution. The seasonings are marketed to the individual restaurants as pre-packaged ingredients. swabby

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If you were going insane, would you know it yourself? I'm guessing that depends upon the malady. I am acquainted with a schizophrenic who, in the past, was incarcerated in an institution for the criminally insane. He said he knew that he was becoming "sick" but was in denial for several months, until he attacked a military police officer while stationed in Viet Nam. He knew he was compelled to do the wrong thing, but also...

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My laptop needs to go to the "doctor" for at least a week. Everything revolves around it - recording, email, research, advertising, etc... Should I bring it in now or after the new year? Depending upon how messed up it is, I'd wait until January. People are distracted and rushed at this time of year. You'd have a better repair job when folks are less hectic. swabby

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What song explains how you feel right at this moment? You Know My Name (Look Up The Number) by The Beatles swabby

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What is your favourite word [perhaps from different languages]? Metta... (It approximatly means loving kindness.)

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If you could have one wish, what would it be? That every single person, without exception, become inbued with empathy and compassion. swabby

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Every religion in the world has a moral precept to look after our planet. So, how is it, that the natural world has been, and continues to be destroyed at such an alarming rate? Every religion might have a moral precept to care for our home planet, but very few folks ever follow that precept nor many others either. As far as most people are concerned, greed and self interest trump morality. This is not cynical, only what happens. swabby

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Its my birthday on Saturday! How should I mark the occasion? I hope you had an outrageously fantastic birthday. How about next year? Do something really kind for somebody who you don't know very well (not quite an acquaintence) or some stranger on the street. Then indulge yourself with a gift or action of similar value or worth. This is a really neat experiment that I tried once. It was a great birthday! swabby

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What do you care about and what could you care less about? My answer will not be unusual or clever. My loved ones have top priority! Their well-being overshadows everythings else. Divisive politicians and religious charlatins need not knock on my door. They should just leave humanity alone. swabby

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If you are wearing a watch what brand is it? I'm wearing a Seiko Kinetic that I've owned for more years than I can remember. swabby

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Why did you join answerbag?whats your purpose? I was looking to find a clever riddle or cunundrum for my radio show. I googled and clicked the link to Answerbag. I sometimes find a cunundrum to use on my show. Otherwise, I'm interested to find out what other folks are interested in. swabby

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Are you happy? If so, how did you get that way? I feel happy. I think it's because I STOPPED chasing after happiness and accepted myself for who and what I am. I don't give much thought to how or what other people think of me. I live according to some very simple ethics and events and attitudes fall into a harmonious place. swabby

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What's the frequency, Kenneth? 106.7 FM

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Have you ever played strip poker? How did it turn out? My best pal and me naked. My best pal's GF fully clothed. Lots of laughs. swabby

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Favorite cereal mascot and why? I'm for Tony the Tiger, he's my hometown cat. His voice was that of the late Thurl Ravenscroft who was born and raised here in Norfolk, Nebraska. BTW. Johnny Carson was raised in Norfolk, too. They were both grrrrrrreat! swabby

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Are there any liquids or foods that can relieve muscular fatigue? Try some coconut water or if you can't find that, mix a few ounces of coconut milk into a fruit punch beverage (compatable flavors). Also, for something else, drinking this helps if you've been sunburned and feel extremely thirsty. It's a nice recharge for muscles and feels rejuvinating.

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My roommate has told me that if I unhook our smoke alarm that she will immediately evict me. Does a tenant who is subleasing a room to someone have the right to immediately evict someone based on this? Certainly, she is subleasing her space, you might be creating a safety hazard. That is one of many possible legitimate grounds to kick you out. swabby

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Where can I find a cheap, good condition engine for a 1995 Blazer? Have you tried a salvage yard (junk yard)? There might be some vehicles just like yours that have been totalled out but still have a serviceable engine or engine block etc. swabby

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Do you have a mantra that gets you through the day? What is it? Om Mani Padmi Hung. (A Tibetan mantra that helps me feel joyful.) swabby

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How is it that with freedom of speech in most western countries that christians are now being persecuted for speaking up about their faith on homosexuality? One man was arrested for handing out pamphlets on the subject at a gay rally. WOW!! Perhaps you only got an "approved" side of the story. Passing out pamphlets or carrying picket signs may have been construed as inciting a crowd to riot. This would be like the old warning about not yelling "fire!" in a crowded theatre. swabby

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What was your worst day ever? When my mother suffered a fatal heart attack. It was too much to bear. swabby

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If you could be anyone for one day who would it be? His Holiness the Dalai Lama. He must be the most joyful, compassionate human being on this planet. Many people might think he has every reason in the world to be mournful and resentful because of his exile from his beloved native land by the communist Chinese government. But he turns it around and uses the misfortune as a tool to nurture happiness and work toward enlightenment. He is...

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What "controversial" topics in AB have you found to be most dangerous to address? That'd be ones that you wish you had never seen. When somebody asks what is the silliest or funniest thing you ever ....? You can get marked down quicker than just about anything. I guess people really DON'T want to know other people's answer unless they agree. swabby

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What other word comes to your mind when you hear the word mop?*Mop can not be an answer* sponge (sponge-mop) swabby

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How do you know people aren't just making two accounts and giving themselves points!? I suppose there's an electronic method for sleuthing this sort of thing out, but what would it matter? People who would do this would be overly concerned with outward appearances and other peoples' opinions. If they need a high rating to boost their self-esteem, they would have to have a strong wall of denial. It seems like that sort of person has some insecurity issues. ...

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Is it wrong or offensive to say merry christmas to everyone if im religious and they aren't? It depends upon the context. If somebody means Merry Xmas in the sense of have a happy holiday season, I'm fine with that. If somebody thinks you are one of the alleged participants in the so-called "war on christmas" and that you should put up or shut up or if that attitude lies under the surface, then I'd say, in that instance, the person is being rude and...

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What would you guess I look like? Hmm, I'm picking up on a total babe magnet. Classic good looks, sort of like Brad Pitt with just a little bit of scruffiness like Mr. Pitt shows. You have a well proportioned torso and solid appearing arms and legs. You like your wardrobe to reflect understated good taste but still reflecting an up to date style. swabby

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Will you be having a White Christmas? Where? Merry Christmas anywhere. Enjoy the season. I sincerely wish it would happen here in Nebraska. It used to be a normal happening. However, the last several December 25ths have been brownish tan and bland. Maybe, this year will be lucky? swabby

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Who was the last person you talked to on the phone and what was the topic of conversation? Some fellow named Girish who was phoning me from Bangalore (after I wrangled out his location by saying I wouldn't visit if I didn't know where he was REALLY calling from). He was pitching me some extended protection coverage on my credit card. I was not interested so I told him what I knew about the building he was working in. (I was visiting his city a couple of years...

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Why isn't there a price on Moqtada al-Sadr's head? Isn't he responsible for a significant portion of the insurgency? As of 2004, my Canadian sources say there was a $25,000,000 bounty on Moqtada al-Sadr. I'm guessing that two years later, this figure is probably higher. swabby

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What's the easiest way to clean billiard balls with around the house supplies? Spray some "Fantastik" household cleaner onto a clean terrycloth towel and polish away. Buff it up with a dry section of the towel and your balls will be as good as new. <smile> swabby

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My Buick LeSabre's brake lights aren't working, though all other lights including parking lights work. What could be wrong? Did you check the switch on the brake pedal? There should be a "push type" button switch that the brake pedal lever presses against or something similar. Possibly the brake lights fuse is blown? swabby

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Where can I get a copy of the old CW McCall home bread commericals from the 1970s? This is just a stab in the dark, not a "for sure". You should probably check with Chip Davis of "Mannheim Steamroller" fame. Or with Bozell & Jacobs Advertising. Check out this Wikepedia link for more info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/C._W._McCall Good luck. swabby

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My 2002 Grand Prix's interior light in the trunk was hanging down from a wire and it came off, now all the cars interior lights do not work, how can i fix this? In breaking away, maybe there is a short circuit? Did you check the fuse for the interior lights? If so, and you keep blowing fuses, you should have your trunk light properly repaired/replaced. swabby

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Out of all the Scandinavian countries, which has the most political presence? Which is most powerful? These will, of course, be judgement calls: Norway has the most political presence by virtue of the fact that the Nobel Peace Prize Committee meets there. The entire globe pays attention to the Nobel Prize announcements. I would judge Sweden as the most powerful because of its strong economy. Also, many refugees find refuge there without, so far, much retribution from the rogue states...

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What country(ies) is/are the epitome(s) of anarchy, and why? Iraq ...the civil war and various sorts of insurgency and resistance fighting going on. The Sudan ...their civil war and intra-tribal fighting. Those are probably the top two, for now. swabby

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I have a 92 Camry with 172k miles. Did a new alignment following new front struts, new front axle and new front tires. I have a pull that is directional, left when turning left and right when turning right. is it radial pull? could it be tires or suspensn My guess is the alignment is still out of whack. Have them check toe in/toe out again on the rack (rack & pinion assmbly). swabby

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In the Bob Dylan song "I Shall Be Free", after being accosted by a can of black paint, the protagonist goes down to a place called "Scrub 'N' Rub", where he "had to sit in the back of the tub". What is this place he speaks of? Was it a place of business? This is a poetic device being used for effect by Mr. Dylan. Song writers often do this as a way to bring out some idea they want to stress. This is, of course, a backhanded reference to the old Jim Crow laws of separate but equal for race relations in the old south, "coloreds" sitting in the back of the bus was one of the more objectionable forms of discrimination. So that...

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I have a 1994 Toyota Corrola the battery light turns on and off. The light dosen't come on all the time. The altnator was replaced and the votage regulator is internal. What could be the problem? Have you checked the belt tension again? swabby

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Does the technology boom seemed to have slowed to you? Is electronics innovation approaching a competitive and creative wall? IMHO, it's more like a glut. There are so many products and spin-offs of those products and plenty of similar items to those products and spin-offs that trying to enter the market to purchase something is mind boggling. swabby

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Any good clairvoyants that i can ring my problem is a relationship You will be throwing away your time and money in any attempt to consult a clairvoyant about any serious problem. The worst of it is that you will delay finding a real, solid start to rebuilding and reconciling a relationship. You would be better off spending your money on mainstream professionals who have legitimate degrees relating to the helping professions. You would be unwise to...

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What do you think people with mental handicaps think about? I have an acquaintance who has Downs Syndrome. He is a huge fan of country music. He rattles off names of singers old and young. He also enjoys riding his horse and then telling me all about his latest ride through the pastures. His job is maintainance at the YMCA and he's very proficient at doing the work. However, he has a notion that the YMCA really needs to be run like an army...

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Why does our moon not rotate on its axis? It does indeed rotate on its axis. The length of a lunar day is equal to one orbit around earth. The same area faces earth all the time because of this phenomenon. If you were on the moon, you would notice the change in the appearance of the sky. swabby

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What's your favourite album cover art? Many albums have caught my eye, but still the one to beat is the one on The Beatles' "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" I still see something different each time I look at it. swabby

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Why do some boys take their shirts off around each other even when they're just hanging out? It can't be to show off anything because overweight boys do too. Is it like some weird bonding thing? Yes, it is a sort of a bonding thing. Also, us guys can be rough and tumble creatures, shirts get in the way of "serious" play. "Anonymous" was also correct...totally. I don't know why somebody didn't like his answer. swabby

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Why do some closed signs say thank you call again? The other answers are correct. An alternate reason was given to me once by a pharmacist friend: "Open" and "Closed" signs are often posted on doors. A customer who has just conducted business who is leaving through the doorway also sees the sign and glances at the "Please call again" request. So it works two ways. swabby

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Why do aliens travel billions of miles just to shove a probe up our ass? The only accounts of such things are in tabloids like the "Weekly World News" and other sources of similar "facts" like certain websites. It's lots of fun to read this stuff, so we have the silly stories. I have to admit that I also enjoy reading the "Weekly World News". Funny stuff. swabby

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When using proper grammer you should use "an" in front of a vowel right, but why do you need to use it in front of the word hour (ie in an hour we will eat)? Because "h" is sometimes considered a vowel. ie. "a historian" or "an historian" are both considered proper useage. BTW. your fourth word should be spelled "grammar". swabby

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There are some smells on my body that are gross but I like it. Why? You "own" those odors. Most folks, who are honest about it, are not terribly disgusted with their own flatulence or underarm smells. The smells are a product of our own bodies. However, if someone else passes gas or forgot to use deoderant, most folks find the experience less than pleasant. Those smells are not "owned" by the smeller. Sometimes, less pleasant...

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If Expo markers are so bad for you if you sniff them, then why the heck did they make scented ones? The pigment of a marking pen needs a liquid to form a solution to carry the color. This pigment also needs to make a permanent impression. The most cost effective way is to use a chemical that penetrates surfaces and then evaporates very quickly. That chemical is most commonly a toxic solvent. swabby

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When I'm dressing smart, I wear a shirt and tie of light colours. What colour trousers look best? I've always preferred grey to black or navy, but not many men of my age seem to do so (I'm 27). What do others think of grey? I enjoy wearing grey as a change of pace. I've liked grey pants since my early 20's, too. If you're wearing a white shirt or light color shirt there is less contrast and the effect is less jarring. Also, grey slacks look great with a sport coat. swabby

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ASSUMING, that good exists in the world, what is its root? If one judges this concept according to conventional useage or how the majority of the world's people think of "good", I would say that the main cause must be compassion. In fact compassion, IMHO, is the root of true morality which is how we treat ourselves and others. swabby

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What is the most powerful thing in the world? My vote for a physical thing rather than a concept would be the atmosphere. Obviously wind is powerful enough to power up generators and drive ships, etc. There are strong winds that cause destruction like hurricanes. Also, without the atmosphere, there would be no life-giving gasses for us to breathe. swabby

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If you could go back in time and meet any one person in history, who would it be, why would you choose them, and what would you talk about? Hypatia of Alexandria Egypt. She was an incredibly intelligent, knowledgeable philosopher who was one of the last scholars of the "golden age" of ancient civilization. I would love to visit with her about wisdom of the ages, her views of mathematics, ethics, history and spirituality. I would have her give me an extended tour of the great library of Alexandria. Most of all I...

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I saw a 4 Door Chevy Citation in traffic this morning. What is the most "out of vogue" car you have seen on the road? I spotted an AMC Pacer last Friday as it was pulling out of a parking space. It was faded red with white trim. It really needed a wash job. swabby

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Borat- Is it worth the money to go see the movie? I like to laugh at stupid situations. I did plenty of laughing...my face hurt afterwards. Yes, spend the $s to see Borat. swabby

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What's your darkest secret? Wouldn't you like to know? Sorry, this is the Internet, anybody at all could read my most private secret. Ain't gonna happen. swabby

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Where do you live? Norfolk, Nebraska, USA 9:46pm swabby

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Assuming true evil exists, what is its root? Selfishness combined with a lack of empathy. A very deadly combination. This combination has caused so much horror and grief in the world throughout history. swabby

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Since the world is always turning, what if you could run at the same speed in the opposite direction? What would happen? You'd be going supersonic speeds...your skin would become very hot. Olympic team scouts would be knocking down your door to recruit you to their teams. The other folks are right as to how the sky would appear. swabby

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How do i remove the front signal assembly from a 1998 toyota corolla -- one of the tabs, the one nearest the headlight, appears to have a catch that won't budge -- do i force it, or is there a release? Hello, Very, very carefully, make sure the plastic retainer "rivet" or screw (depending upon final assembly factory part) is removed. The entire plastic housing should swivel outward ... the long plastic "arm" is the swivel point ... here's where caution is needed --- use the blade of a standard flat head screwdriver and coax the housing outward (towards the outside...

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My laptop frequently shuts itself off without warning i feel this is due too overheating i bought a chillmat and it helps but not that much how do i fix this problem Check to see if there is an updated bios for your machine. Be careful, ask the vendor where you purchased your computer and/or check with the manufacturer's website. swabby

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Whats the funniest thing you've seen printed on a shirt? A guy at the gym was wearing a tee shirt that had sexual positions of geckos illustrated on the entire shirt (not just the front). I thought it had something to do with Geico Insurance, but it turned out that it wasn't. swabby

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What is your favorite band that you think I have never heard of? banco de gaya They perform great ambient sounds that I can't get enough of. swabby

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Is it true that being an atheist relies on the assumption that there is a God? With this logic that would make practicing jews, christians, and muslims athiest. Why? Because they don't believe in the literal existance of Shiva, Vishnu, Brahma, Ganesha, Hanumat, etc. etc. This could go on with Hindus not believing there exists a judeo xian god. The logic does not pan out in real life. Sorry! swabby

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What is the worst smell you have ever, well, smelled? I was walking across a bridge over a river in Panvel, India (suburb of Mumbai). It turned out to be an open sewer. It was so bad that I nearly passed out. It could have been the methane gas from the raw sewage. I had a headache for an hour afterwards. The stink was simply overwhelming. swabby

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Can anyone actualy successfully make a good batch of microwaved macaroni (like EasyMac or Annies quick ones not TV dinner style)? If so how? If you don't want a messy microwave oven, use a much larger bowl than the box directions recommend. Undercook the mac n cheese a few seconds, too. It comes out passable. swabby

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What is a good side dish that goes with crab? cabbage slaw or brocolli slaw swabby

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What is [was] your high school mascot? Where they good at football? The Blue Devils. The football squad was mediocre...below average. The mascot was cool though. The young lady was a real ham. She pranced around and swung the tail about and teased kids and fans supporting both teams. She ran up and down the bleachers and made the games much more fun. swabby

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Is it possible to be an atheist but still have leanings toward aspects of Buddhism and some of its tenets? Aren't the positives without the supernatural beliefs, even in the Bible, still considered good guidelines for living, even among non-believers? The Buddhadharma is about awakening and being mindful. As a practitioner becomes more mindful of his or her actions they develop a basic, solid moral code. These codes are timeless even though the judeo christian bible re-iterates many of them. As an aside, the Lord Buddha was not an atheist, he may have had non-theist leanings but he discouraged the practice of wasting one's...

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What is the best breed of family dog that is less than 30lbs.? Get a "Heinz 57" (multi-breed) with a touch of black lab. I have one that's part spaniel, black lab, rat terrier, and some others. He's the most gentle, loyal, cheerful dog. swabby

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Is Bollywood (Indian Movies) really becoming popular world wide as it is made out to be off late, Have any of you had a chance to see it in theatres and did you like them? I love Bollywood films! I was fortunate enough to visit that area of Mumbai when I was in India a couple of years ago. The studios are almost as good as those in Hollywood. It's really fun to watch a Bollywood movie on Indian teevee in a Mumbai hotel or at the home of an Indian pal. I also like the musical performances. Some of those ladies have great singing voices and the styles...

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When driving a manual car can it be harmful to the car if the driver always changes gears at a high rmp and accelerates very fast? You need to ask this question? If a driver ALWAYS does this, the car becomes a "beater" very quickly. Not only that, but many states in the US classify this sort of operation as "careless and wreckless driving". In other words, I would not want to be the poor guy who buys your car when it's on the used car lot. swabby

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What is the name for a nocturnal bird with discordant cries? screech owl swabby

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My 99 Jeep Cherokee's electric fan keeps running long after the engine has been turned off causing the battery to drain. Car starts with jump but stalls until it is driven.Then its fine. I d/c'ed the blower fuse for now You should have your thermostat checked because the engine temperature needs to be regulated carefully. You really should not defeat any funtion of the cooling fan. You're asking for trouble and major expense. Take the time and/or investment and have the fan replaced or repaired and/or the thermostat. You'll be glad you did! swabby

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How often do commercial jets need to be repainted? never they're not painted...not counting logos. swabby

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I am trying to work out whats the most spirit lifting , up beat song you have ever heard ! Don't Worry Be Happy! swabby

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Why is Gwen Stefani messing up the songs from great musicals like Fiddler on the Roof and Sound of Music? "Messing up" is a loaded phrase. Ms. Stefani enjoys those musicals and felt "inspired" to perform them in her personal way. I may not agree with her arrangements of the music, but I do think she has her heart in the right place. She's having fun and making some money while doing so. I think of the inclusion of these musicals similar to the "Hooked On...

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What are those orange balls that you can often see on power lines? They create interferance and add some weight to deal with wind turbulance to keep the lines from whipping around and snapping off during wind storms. JJ

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