http://www.answerbag.com/profile/26324 New Answerbag answers from M Moon Wed, 30 May 2012 03:15:51 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 03:15:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11489137 What is the best way to quit smoking?<br /><br />I would add my advice as definitely psychologically dramatic and (hopefully) damaging enough to get you to quit! First, no one has been VERBALLY able to 'tell you why you should quit. I have stood in your shoes. I was just like you. This is why I submit, you have to EXPERIENCE the 'why to... Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:41:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11489137 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11489131 What are some helpful tips to quit smoking?<br /><br />After reading 'TenSixths' informative response, I would add my advice as definitely psychologically dramatic and (hopefully) damaging enough to get you to quit! First, no one has been VERBALLY able to 'tell you why you should quit. I have stood in your shoes. I was just like you. This is why... Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:39:39 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/11489131 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10154879 John Lennon wrote a song called "Happiness is a warm Gun" a parody of the obsession with guns.If that is the case ,where exactly is the happiness in a deadly weapon?<br /><br />I'm of John Lennon's generation. I believe this song was NOT praising guns, but the [cough-cough] 'gun' between his pants! More, if 'you knew' anything about John Lennon he was absolutely against guns. Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:36:56 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10154879 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090945 am going on a first date with a guy .... should i wear a dress with allot of cleavage(is that too skanky) or a dress with a scarf? plzz help<br /><br />My question is: 'What impression do YOU want to make?' I think the answer is here. Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:50:20 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090945 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090904 Do atheists fear God, so try to avoid God?<br /><br />http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2010/12/19/a-holiday-message-from-ricky-gervais-why-im-an-atheist/ Just like 'DA BEN DAN' below ... WHAT is your POINT??!!! Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:40:06 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090904 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090874 Im going on a cruise and have purchased a beverage plan, can I sneek some of the drinks to my wife?? How do they keep track??<br /><br />I believe this is just plain silly to think this way. 'Stealing' IS stealing, no matter who, what, when or where! Second, YOU and SHE would know! After all buddy, YOU have to live with yourself, your conscious and your swing-back-at-ya-karma. Forgetaboutit! Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:32:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090874 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090852 im scared to death of going on a cruise<br /><br />I was a little too ... BEFORE I went! Now? I am an avid, OH MY GAWD, it's fantastic cruiser. Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:26:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090852 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090846 Has anyone taken a cruise to Alaska? Would you recommend it and when should we go and from where?<br /><br />Alaska cruising is fantastic! There are plenty of 'landings' and 'events' you may sign up for (the side-trips cost money). Your ship pretty much 'sails' at night between towns and cities. Extras? We took a train ride ... went to a salmon bake ... went to a glacier (a do not miss)! ... Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:25:30 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090846 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090818 What has been your favourite book, film and music of 2010?<br /><br />Book: 'The Help' 3 Movies: 'Mao's Last Dancer' ... 'The King's Speech' ... '127 Hours' Music: Rediscovering classical Gershwin Wed, 29 Dec 2010 13:16:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10090818 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10082616 If you had to give 3 things to charity what would you give?<br /><br />TIME ... TIME ... TIME!!! http://www.helpfromhome.org/links-goodcauses-playgames.htm Mon, 27 Dec 2010 20:20:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10082616 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10081064 Do you consider people who don't donate to charity (and can afford it) selfish? What about cold hearted?<br /><br />You assume some 'givens' here. Perhaps you haven't thought your question through? 1. It is absolutely none of our individual business what others do with their money! 2. YOU wouldn't want someone to arrive at your doorstep, take a look at your own personal finances and make a (reasonable)... Mon, 27 Dec 2010 14:42:02 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/10081064 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9881604 Im 14. when i grow up, i know it is farfetched, but i really want to be an actress on a sitcom. i know that i want the fame and everything, but how do i figure out if i want to be in it for the fame?<br /><br />[In March, 2008, I answered a very similar question here on AB] = Your question is really quite rational. Of course there is an endorphin thrill from performing, especially before a live audience. I know, I've been there many times. Because of a 35 year career experience in theater and film,... Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:00:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9881604 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9881527 I have a serious problem. Whenever I'm acting, I have a tendency to grin semi-unconsciously. How do I stop it?<br /><br />Are you just starting out? Have you taken class? Simply, it may be that you are not thoroughly focused on your immediate Objective with another actor or within a scene. What are you physically doing to attempt to get what you want? Fri, 12 Nov 2010 11:38:24 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9881527 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9877216 When we search for the answer to a problem, we gain insight in what causes our problem. But how do you use it to overcome or work around it?<br /><br />What a sincere guy you appear to be! Thanks for submitting your question! Let me first share beloved and I have been together for 28 years. We somewhat jokingly confess we feel we are still on our honeymoon. No kidding. I propose to offer this information to you because 'knowing' and 'DOING'... Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:08:53 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9877216 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9876976 how do you get rid of gilt?<br /><br />What are you feeling guilty over? This may be key to your process of understanding what to do. [P.S. 'gilt' is a metal covering] Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:04:50 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9876976 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9694375 Which forms of entertainment would you enjoy if televisions, phones and the Internet ceased to exist today?<br /><br />Sex with beloved. Read. Swim in the ocean. Painting watercolors. Chef'ing. Gardening. Kids. OOh wait. That exists today. Hurray! Sat, 25 Sep 2010 16:24:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9694375 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9680415 I really like him, is there a way to bring down my feelings?<br /><br />Is your question he isn't on the same page ... is with someone else ... isn't into you ... doesn't even know you? Okay. The shortest answers to your question may be: • create distance and keep it • let time pass by doing really encouraging and wonderful things for yourself. or do both... Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:46:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9680415 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668478 I AM NOW AN EXPERT. Are you happy for me? xD<br /><br />Absolutely! Congratulations! That is, IF you really, really like the point system. It took me a while to get over it actually. I now just enjoy when I'm here. Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:53:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668478 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668476 I AM NOW AN EXPERT. Are you happy for me? xD<br /><br />Absolutely! Congratulations! Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:53:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668476 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668463 where can you buy the whole nutmeg seed?<br /><br />www.savoryspiceshop.com The Best! Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:50:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668463 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668252 I love my best friend and confessed my feelings to her but she won't leave her boyfriend for me. We are still good friends. What should i do next, Wait for her or move on.I've tried a lot of times to move on but i just could'nt cuz i really love her alot<br /><br />Let's just imagine for a moment the girl 'you have feelings for,' has great character, a really kind heart and a strong mind. (Some of the reasons you are best friends, right??!!) If these characteristics are true -- and why you find her so attractive -- do you imagine a woman of that character... Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:03:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9668252 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9664330 what are some ways that a mirror can lie?<br /><br />A mirror is a mirror is a mirror. Meaning? Its only a 'thing.' It, as an object cannot 'do' anything ... but be 'it.' Therefore, it is incapable of lie or truth for that matter. The emotionally-connected, intellectual brain has the PRIVILEGE of deciding exactly what it WANTS TO feel. It... Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:31:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9664330 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9664310 What colors would compliment Sage green?<br /><br />Are you 'just' doing a Fall motif and plan to change the decor in Spring, by season?? If you have enough storage space for seasonal ideas -- and storage for all the 'stuff' which belongs to each group, it's really a fun way to keep rooms fresh looking. Of course, seasonal flowers and foliage... Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:24:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9664310 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9663991 Need to pick cushions which are in contrast with my yellow colour walls , where do I shop for them ??<br /><br />Have you asked yourself which style your furnishing are 'modeling?' Are you traditional, western, retro, contemporary, country French, etc.? We got TONS of ideas [for our remodel] from cutting out pictures from magazines which 'related' to the look were were trying to accomplish overall in... Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:07:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9663991 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9581595 why are most people so mean now a days? It seems like there are more hateful rude people now then nice people.<br /><br />Indulge me for a moment, please: Our conscientious decision to enter a reaction toward [inappropriate] people with empathic perception, and consequential action, requires a profound inner strength of character and a concrete individual design to 'rise above' those people who act out with... Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:34:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9581595 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9575099 What should i wear as a costume for being a messenger in a play?<br /><br />Send me the title of the play if you can ... This would give me a better view of production values • Is the play going to presented 'realistic' or does the piece veer to be staged into another look, i.g. imagine Shakespeare's "Merchant Of Venice" staged in a 'ghetto' or in a circus... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:19:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9575099 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9574881 What's the best film about war that you've ever seen?<br /><br />'The Best Years Of Our Lives' * * * * Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:25:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9574881 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9574795 What famous Actor was a producer for the movie "One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest"?<br /><br />Yes, Michael Douglas was the producer. Here are other interesting bits, which I knew before finding this on the web: Opened 1963 on Broadway with KIRK Douglas (Michael was a boy). Kirk bought the original rights of the play from Ken Kesey so he could produce the play into film. Kirk held onto... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 18:03:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/9574795 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8905483 I have a spicy salsa that I want to see about bottling and selling. What should my first step be? I have absolutely NO idea where to start.<br /><br />I have no expertise in this area, but if I were 'to begin,' perhaps these are some of the steps I would take: • Take my salsa to as many restaurants in my area. Ask the Executive Chef to taste it and evaluate it, adding their 'notes' for improvement. (You can take this last as serious... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:43:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8905483 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8905484 I have a spicy salsa that I want to see about bottling and selling. What should my first step be? I have absolutely NO idea where to start.<br /><br />I have no expertise in this area, but if I were 'to begin,' perhaps these are some of the steps I would take: • Take my salsa to as many restaurants in my area. Ask the Executive Chef to taste it and evaluate it, adding their 'notes' for improvement. (You can take this last as serious... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:43:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8905484 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8902094 is spanking abuse?<br /><br />In order for you and your mother to 'move on' to other forms of communication, you could talk with Mom or write Mom a letter, letting her know what you experienced now that you are a mid-teen? Don't make her the 'bad' mother -- she'll just get defensive and think you are being a brat! Instead,... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:27:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8902094 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8901242 Why is it that my dad always pulls me down whenever I try and do something good with my life he's changed so much HELP !<br /><br />There may be a couple of considerations here, eh? You mentioned, '... he's changed so much!' Can you track back to when Dad was 'his old self?' What happened to influence a possible change in him? Perhaps Dad is ill (physically or emotionally) -- perhaps not sharing this with the family --... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:09:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8901242 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8672471 As a rule, will there always be an exception?<br /><br />All answers lay outside fixed patterns. (Bruce Lee) Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:58:43 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8672471 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8672466 How often is what you do because of "obligation" rather than what you really want to do?<br /><br />This is really a thought provoking question. In my mind I believe there are multiple layers that address possible answers. One's solution can be measured by a person's scale of value, whether intuitive or learned. There is a code of ethics in business. There is a code of ethics in religion,... Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:54:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8672466 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8618112 I need some help! My sister is totally worthless, how do I get her motivated? See description.<br /><br />First, stop already with the guilt! I don't know what your family background is, but you know -- as a responsible adult yourself -- there is literally no free lunch anywhere! It isn't that it 'isn't fair,' its that Life is a beautiful challenge to greet and meet with the best each of us has to... Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:55:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8618112 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615841 How do you react when someone is rude to you?<br /><br />Rude to ME??? I mean, ME (as in myself-and-I)?!!! I am probably the (cough-cough) nicest, sweetness, gull-durn-it, no kidding, I-just-luv-everyone-kind of person ... well,CRAP! My deal is this: someone who is rude to me doesn't deserve my precious, hard-earned energy ... not my time of day,... Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:09:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615841 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615814 Have you seen the Oscar winning Japanese film 'Departures?' What did you experience?<br /><br />Yes ... a huge ... BIG .. 'OH YES!' Several months ago, a friend recommended to beloved and I to go see it! You know? It is absolutely amazing to both of us that more people are unaware of this film ... and others like it. Question is, "How to get the word out to people who don't go to 'art'... Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:57:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615814 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615793 What do you think of my drawings?? http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/album.php?aid=25144&id=751308240<br /><br />Share your answer... Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:49:29 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615793 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615792 What do you think of my drawings?? http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/album.php?aid=25144&id=751308240<br /><br />You know these are very good, right? So ... what is the REAL question here? Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:49:16 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615792 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615721 How does one tell a married man who persistently makes sexual innuendos to one, go away you moron?<br /><br />Tell him to cease and desist or you'll call his wife. Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:20:05 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615721 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615717 How do you walk away from an argument instead of losing your temper?<br /><br />First, 'losing one's temper' should not be viewed simply! Usually, outside of public debate arenas I mean, this would be an emotionally charged situation. Probably for both, a set-up for failure! In other words, not fair to my intimate nor would it be fair to me, eh? To my way of thinking,... Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:17:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8615717 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8479580 What is the nicest thing you can do with your hands?<br /><br />Pinkie-finger only dance with a friend who is permanently disabled! I love doing this with her. Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:42:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8479580 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8373492 I added too many friends on facebook and got a block put on. Has this ever happened to anyone else? How long did it last?<br /><br />WAY WAY tooooo many. How did you &#039;block&#039; them? I don&#039;t know about this. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:55:42 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8373492 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8373476 Do you find yourself on the laptop or computer way too much?<br /><br />I just typed this ... this morning! Blinking, the icon waited for just a short entry. Any entry, &#039;it&#039; didn&#039;t care. Now, I was aware I had been staring stupidly at that hypnotic pulse, just realizing then what had been bothering me for a very long time. In this, our... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:54:03 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8373476 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8355947 Any parents out there who have lost a child and can bare the pain i lost 2 children and i miss them alot<br /><br />I POSTED THIS MESSAGE TO ANOTHER WHO HAD LOST THEIR CHILD: We, parents who have lost children, belong to a very special &quot;club.&quot; The only membership fee is the unfortunate event of losing a beloved child. Others cannot belong. It is not that others are unloving or uncaring. There is... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:41:35 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8355947 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8249886 Why do men have an easier time not showing their feelings than women?<br /><br />Frankly, I believe most men are quite easy to &#039;read,&#039; so one can intuit a &#039;feeling.&#039; Mostly, I think that if we women would just shut-up long enough to SENSE what is going on with our men, they would be quite transparent. Most women are talkers and want to talk... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:42:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8249886 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8186238 What would be one major difference in the world, Had nobody invented the wheel?<br /><br />We WOULDN&#039;T be writing on AnswerBag. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:06:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8186238 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8159792 Do you ever take the time to stop and admire a beautiful sunset?<br /><br />We are privileged to receive sunrise AND sunset every day just out our windows (floor to ceiling) and the sun goes down into that fabulous Pacific Ocean. Oh my!!! This IS heaven. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:48:22 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8159792 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8159767 YEA!!! His lordship just became a SAGE!!! Congratulations! Will each of you join the party and congratulate him upon making SAGE?<br /><br />Hurray today, we all bow down To His Lordship, a friend we&#039;ve found Here&#039;s one of my paintings for you! &#039;Towards A Healing Heart!&quot; (hope this uploads) Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:44:07 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8159767 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8158496 What's something YOU always get from the grocery store?<br /><br />Joy from creating &#039;anonymous conversations&#039; with other people! Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:21:56 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8158496 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8147350 A straightforward question deserves an undemanding rejoinder unless expounded upon in the inquiry. The resolutions explanation comes from the origin during the inquisitorial process in the sophisticated progression of the psyche's mind. True of False?<br /><br />It is very interesting you seem to prefer complication. Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:26:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8147350 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8142386 My 6yr old daughter kicked my husband and locked herself in the bathroom for half and hour. When he put her in corner time she just screamed and ran round the house. My husband spanked her for ten minutes with his HAND. Was he right to do it that way?<br /><br />All of you might find interesting and healthful solutions at this site; http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&amp;source=hp&amp;q=supernanny+full+episodes&amp;aq=3&amp;oq=Supernanny&amp;aqi=g10 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:57:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8142386 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139907 Would you ever go and see a marriage counselor?<br /><br />After reading the answers here I find it interesting many assume an outside &#039;help-mate&#039; is only sought when there is conflict. A relationship and/or marriage does not have to be &#039;in trouble&#039; to find unbiased assistance and individual support for a partnership within a... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:29:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139907 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139472 What's something YOU always get from the grocery store?<br /><br />LESS money! Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:32:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139472 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139448 I been married for 20 yrs recently i texted a guy pic of my vag.I think i humiliated my self,i almost see him everyday.I dont know what to do.Do you think he'll sell me out<br /><br />First ... ask yourself WHY the hell you did this. Maybe the answer to that will guide you to not only a solution but to bigger issues that need to be dealt with. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:30:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139448 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139403 So- i caught my girlfriend talking to a guy- she says hes only a friend. what would you say? "im sorry Kyle. i just cant lie to you. but i will always love you..as long as you love me too. Kyle...i dont want you to leave me alone." what would you say?<br /><br />NO ONE should ever, ever, ever want &#039;to control&#039; their mate. Ever. = The fastest way for them to want to flee, rightfully so since none of us want&#039;s to feel &#039;in constraint.&#039; We DO live in a country of freedom. You wouldn&#039;t want yours taken away! nbsp; 1. If... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:25:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8139403 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068283 Why did 18th and 19th century solders pose for portraits with their right hand inside their outer uniform coat, over their solar plexus?<br /><br />I&#039;d guess that it was some sort of &#039;pledge position.&#039; After all that right hand IS over their hearts, eh? Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:45:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068283 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068260 "AIEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!" Screeeeeeeeeeeeech... thump thump! What just happened!?<br /><br />Beloved loved me one more day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:42:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068260 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068232 Is there any time of day when it's just wrong to eat a donut?<br /><br />On the toilet? Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:40:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8068232 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7863978 So its been about 5 or 6 months since i have called in sick and now i have something kinda important on thursday. should i feel bad for calling in sick?<br /><br />Why do you have to lie? Why not just tell them that this event has come up and you ARE going to attend. Be confident, you&#039;ve most likely earned it. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:52:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7863978 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7552503 What's a good title for a book where the main theme is, "your past has come back to haunt you"<br /><br />RUNNING BACKWARD! Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:13:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7552503 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7308919 What do you do if you feel your s/o is being distant or avoiding you?<br /><br />I literally addressed this question in an answer to a previous question along those lines. Check it out: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1159651 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:28:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7308919 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7308870 Monday (Aug 3rd) I go for a sit down in the office that I've interviewed at to see if I fit the position...what are some things I can do or say to ensure I shine brightly enough to be hired? Help!<br /><br />Sorry, I came in on this one late ... I&#039;ve been off-line with AB for months; I was very ill! So dear ... how did the interview go? Did you get the job? Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:22:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7308870 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6400923 If the interviewer told me that I should hear back from her by Monday (today) about the position- is it unprofessional to call tomorrow if I don't hear anything today? She said even if I don't get hired they'll call...<br /><br />I believe it is not necessarily the question of when to call but HOW to call. In other words the professional attitude and tone with which any call is made to another professional is key. In my view both &#039;sides&#039; are equal. &#039;You&#039; are viewing what would be in your best... Mon, 04 May 2009 12:23:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6400923 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6127175 I seem to have been on 54 for an ice age. Does anyone else get bored and dispondent when they don't seem to be moving up the Answerbag ladder?<br /><br />I dunno. Seems like you&#039;d be a lot better off by listening to Rosie&#039;s comment above (she&#039;s a real gem, by the way). Mine? Years ago I KNEW I had gotten somewhere on this site by completely and totally forgetting about the rating system and enjoying the communication between... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:24:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6127175 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6127130 Other than cucumbers, is there anything you enjoy eating that is pickled?<br /><br />Kimchee! After moving to Honolulu, beloved and I were introduced to many &#039;exotic&#039; dishes that we had yet to try, even though he and I are global food fans. Kimchee is a pickled cabbage dish from Korea. It has a wonderful bite to it, probably from the red peppers traditionally found... Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:18:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6127130 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5076603 What little steps do you take to save more money?<br /><br />&bull; Once every three months -- basically at Season&#039;s change -- my girlfriends and I have a &#039;Clothes Swap Party.&#039; We pull all the stuff from our closets that either we&#039;re sick of ... never wear ... outgrown ... and literally swap clothes with each other. Plus its a grand... Sat, 03 Jan 2009 10:09:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5076603 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973947 What kind of gift would you get someone who you just started dating AGAIN?<br /><br />A calendar! Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:44:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4973947 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4967973 How could I ask for more?<br /><br />You didn&#039;t really define what it was &#039;more&#039; of that you wanted or needed. I address your question only if you are asking for more things specifically. I tend to think this is not what you meant, but maybe ... just maybe ... you will get another idea from what IS presented here on... Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:24:35 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4967973 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4948094 What is your key to a happy life?<br /><br />Absolutely enjoying the success of others! Sat, 20 Dec 2008 16:55:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4948094 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4899726 I have several friends with whom we usually exchange gifts with at Christmas...this year I wanted to donate to local food pantry in their name instead. Do I send a card telling them this or what?<br /><br />Send them a card with something like this: Having had another grateful year with you and the privilege of being able to call you friend ... in your honor, I have donated [ ] to [ ] charity. May we all continue to share laughter, gratitude for the finer things in life and... Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:23:13 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4899726 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4899687 Would you volunteer your time to sit by a dying person's side while they passed away, so they wouldn't feel all alone?<br /><br />YES!! And, I am experienced! Allow me to share an experience with you... One of the &#039;best&#039; times I&#039;ve had in my life ... well, one of the most MEMORABLE of many ... was having the literal pleasure (and heartache) of attending a fabulous man who in his eighties was &#039;on his... Mon, 15 Dec 2008 18:15:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4899687 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4801756 What is the oddest piece of trivia you know?<br /><br />Everyone dies but no one knows when it happens to them! Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:18:39 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4801756 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4770728 What is a good reply if an interviewer for a job says you seem to be overqualified for the job, but you want it anyway?<br /><br />Couple of suggestions: &bull; Have a very clear view of why you really &#039;want it anyway.&#039; There is a passion in this statement if its not about the salary. Discover what this is for you personally and you may even practice explaining it before doing so in front of... Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:35:51 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4770728 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4763381 For those who are proud of their ethnicity, race, or anything else you were born with... why, exactly, are you proud of this? What about it makes you proud? (yes I am going to answer my question because I am annoying this way)<br /><br />What I am actually incredibly &#039;proud&#039; of is ... human... diversity! There is, almost undeniably, a certain protectionism when talking about one&#039;s specific ethnicity, isn&#039;t there? After all, its what we know; what we were born into. So, maybe the first demonstration of... Mon, 01 Dec 2008 18:57:58 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4763381 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4751893 Will you ever stop smoking?<br /><br />Most likely, dear friend, you will not listen to me. Its that way with smokers. I know, I was one of them for fifty years. Last year I was diagnosed with horrid lung cancer. Consequently I had part of my right lung removed. A large part. NOTHING ... but NOTHING is worth lung cancer.... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:05:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4751893 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4750215 I've been coughing up phlegm for over a month now. Does anyone knows what this could possibly be? ps, been smoking for 33 of my 42 yrs on this earth. I know it's probably the worst case scenario but hopeful it could be fixed. LOL<br /><br />Most likely, dear friend, you will not listen to me. Its that way with smokers. I know, I was one of them for fifty years. Last year I was diagnosed with lung cancer. Consequently I had the top uppermost portion of my right lung removed. NOTHING ... but NOTHING is worth lung cancer.... Sun, 30 Nov 2008 14:09:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4750215 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4684767 How can I get myself to stop crossing my legs at the knee? Is there any way to stop this habit?<br /><br />What&#039;s the prob, Anubis? [Showin&#039; too much??] Sun, 23 Nov 2008 16:47:35 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4684767 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4641440 If someone has a habit of taking too many things seriously, how can he change his habit?<br /><br />Just for fun? Here, try these: Not everything is really equal, see? = &bull; On the left side of a sheet of paper, make a list of the FIVE most important concerns you have right now. Now, grade those five, separating them into &#039;most&#039; to &#039;least&#039; by giving them each a... Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:42:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4641440 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4640897 Who's your favorite crime fighter?<br /><br />Those guys and gals ... just down the street ... who wear police department badges, those that day-in-day-out protect our neighborhoods, protect as best can all of us, doing the &#039;stuff&#039; none of us want to do but are endearingly grateful for. These are our heros and s/heros! Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:52:24 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4640897 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4640080 Have you ever met with a financial advisor? Is it worth seeing one?<br /><br />KNOWLEDGE ... is always a good thing. And seeking an opinion is simply gathering INFORMATION about how it relates to you and your own personal position. As &#039;information&#039; you then can do with it whatever you wish. I&#039;d say, go for it. It can&#039;t harm you and -- if my intuition... Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:27:52 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4640080 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4639761 Am I the only one who is afraid of money? Not having enough of it, not spending it right, debt, etc....this is scary stuff.<br /><br />I&#039;ll preface my comments with some background: Both beloved and I, separately, came from very meager backgrounds. So meager that he milked the family cow every day, while I, at ten, knew how to de-feather a newly strangled chicken by plunging it into boiling water, the easier to pluck.... Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:53:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4639761 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4619180 What are your secrets for getting go?<br /><br />&bull; Clinging to solutions that don&#039;t work creates future failure. &bull; Letting go of who I think I am may assist seeing these are one in the same (I may be the problem. That&#039;s okay, I can admit this and change MY behavior!) &bull; Letting go of who I don&#039;t think I... Mon, 17 Nov 2008 13:23:16 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4619180 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4599014 What would you rather get in a card, Cash or a lottery ticket?<br /><br />Well ... I know I&#039;m not really answering the EXACT question ... but I&#039;d always like to receive words of affection and encouragement. I am a real sucker for ... LOVE ... and you can take that to the bank! HA! Sat, 15 Nov 2008 14:29:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4599014 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4598863 Which act is the highest level of art? Writing, directing films, painting, sculpting, photography or other?<br /><br />This is really a provocative question, isn&#039;t it? I really treasure all questions requiring more than a little deep personal thought. &#039;Thinking&#039; is, indeed, a very good thing. These kinds of inquiries touch the moments that become one of the better elements here in AnswerBag. In... Sat, 15 Nov 2008 14:10:18 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4598863 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4587006 Are your friends more needy than you are with them? i have a friend who calls me every morning at work just to talk about nothing, sometimes i just don't answer the phone.<br /><br />Please, allow me first to state empathetically I believe (and hopefully practice) empathy toward all people. (There are exceptions which I discuss later in this essay.) One can never be quite sure what another has gone through or may be going through nor do we gain anything personally by being... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:00:44 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4587006 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509575 Are you, no matter what (pretty much), able to demonstrate a positive attitude at least once a day? If so, how?<br /><br />Well, if I could I would make way-cool little badges for people who ... &#039;no matter what&#039; ... AT LEAST ... attempt to put crazy-hard Life things in perspective I would, happily. Truth is, not everything is &#039;drama,&#039; not everything is &#039;hard.&#039; It amazes me sometimes... Thu, 06 Nov 2008 15:28:20 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509575 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509307 What was the last thing someone told to you that made you feel amazing?<br /><br />Well, about a month ago, over our traditional Sunday morning breakfast out, beloved said to me: &quot;You know M? You have been so incredibly brave this year! I am so proud of you! You have been as positive as anyone could possibly attempt to be, given the year you have gone through, what... Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:57:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509307 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509127 What did that crabby old man say to you?<br /><br />&quot;Thank you for reminding me that even an old crab like me can have a friend like you!&#039; Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:40:31 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4509127 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4506262 Do you have a 'vanity' license plate? What are the letters on it?<br /><br />Beloved&#039;s: NVRBTR Mine says: UNMEBB Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:14:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4506262 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4506090 Please join me in wishing Meg a very happy birthday.. she seems to think its craptastic having a 30th!! lol.. will you help me cheer her up?? HAPPY 30TH MEG!! XXXX<br /><br />&ldquo;Birth Day Candle Light&rdquo; &copy; MMoon May the flame of this day light your heart and spirit May its haloed heat rays warm and comfort you May its sparks at play ignite your mind and ideas May its circular glowing ballet dance friendship around you May expanding... Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:56:50 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4506090 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4450464 What are some of the more subtle signs that someone is getting uncomfortable with you?<br /><br />Absolutely interesting question! Thanks for that great thinking on your part. Perhaps one pre-condition for an answer would be to ask &#039;in what situation?&#039; I agree with the others here regarding general indicators, loss of eye contact, fidgeting, crossed legs (no kidding: this may... Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:43:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4450464 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4450088 My dear friend 'Lippycow jetpacking for Nelson' has finally made it to GURU!!! Lets get together and wish her congratulations and have a fabulous party.. are you with me?<br /><br />You will darling. Just remember love and romance takes &#039;effort.&#039; No thing ... no one ... is more important than that. Check out my answer here: http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/358123 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:48:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4450088 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4418545 And on the dark, dark web, there was a dark, dark website. And on this dark, dark website there was a dark, dark question. And in this dark, dark question there was a dark, dark answer. And in this dark, dark answer there was... what?<br /><br />... a dark, dark hallway which lead to a thinly painted dark, dark line pointing to a dark, dark stairwell going up to a dark, dark attic with nary a dark, dark string to pull so one&#039;s own dark, darkness could be lit from within. Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:14:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4418545 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4411682 I got the job! (Sales position at an employment agency) Are you as excited as I am?<br /><br />Ooooooooo Jakey is the Best, is the best He&#039;ll now wear a suit and a way cool vest He&#039;s happy to write, proofread and see All those Job Seekers coming to be One in the workforce in a time nearby On his island with an ocean, a surf-side Now, I&#039;m no poet as you can see ... Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:50:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4411682 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4411381 What is the most horrendous thing that has ever happened to you?<br /><br />I can assure you I KNOW something &#039;horrendous&#039; has happened to everyone. Yes of course, to me too. See, the deal is I was going to write a list of my own personal &#039;horrendous-nesses&#039; but then a couple of &#039;something&#039;s&#039; just kinda popped into my head. May I... Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:24:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4411381 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4407941 What makes a person unattractive to you?<br /><br />Plain and simple .... MEANNESS! Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:32:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4407941 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4407883 My dear friend 'Lippycow jetpacking for Nelson' has finally made it to GURU!!! Lets get together and wish her congratulations and have a fabulous party.. are you with me?<br /><br />HAPPY DANCE FOR ALL!!! CONGRATULATIONS &#039;LIPPY!!!!!&#039; Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:25:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4407883 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4368271 What's the difference between the willies, the heebie-jeebies, and the creeps?<br /><br />spelling Thu, 23 Oct 2008 14:22:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4368271 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4367482 How do you define happiness?<br /><br />The personal energy that arises and is put forth from cooperation. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:01:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4367482