http://www.answerbag.com/profile/32838 New Answerbag answers from Adelphine Tue, 29 May 2012 17:22:42 -0700 Tue, 29 May 2012 17:22:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1066549 Ladies, are you barefoot right now and why?<br /><br />Yes, the first thing I do when I sit is take my shoes off. That&#039;s why I mostly wear slip-on shoes. When I need to put them on, I have several pairs under various pieces of furniture. Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:10:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1066549 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062988 I have a Christmas Cactus. When do they usually develop blooms?<br /><br />Mine bloomed last January in south Louisiana. It lives on the front porch. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 13:31:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062988 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062903 Wow it must be a rare thing if noone knows.the clear gel like substance that appeared on the spot where i put down new grass seed was almost a half inch thick in some spots and looked like clear jello.i would really like to know what that was.<br /><br />Sounds like the seeds were mixed with watering crystals to hold the water longer. They expand when they get wet, then shrink again when drying up. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 13:14:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062903 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062844 I am totally not sure if what i feel for my boyfriend is love. its a feeling i honestly cannot explain. i feel like he truly is the one for me. and im not a naive little girl who after a week of datin says "im in love". what do you think?<br /><br />Having felt that feeling for more than person, and the relationship come to a crashing halt, I don&#039;t think it&#039;s a good indicator. Don&#039;t make any hasty decisions. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:59:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062844 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062841 Do you honestly say what you think, or fear hurting the feelings of others?<br /><br />I never say exactly what I think. Most people don&#039;t want to hear harsh criticism, and feelings are too easily hurt. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:58:16 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062841 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062837 My friend as just moved into a house and the cupboards smell musty because it wasnt lived in for a long time. how can she get rid of the smell?<br /><br />First clean it with a bleach solution in case there is mildew or mold in it. Then rinse with some baking soda and leave the doors open overnight to air out. That should help a lot. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:55:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062837 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062833 If people move in together only after marriage how does that work? Do you buy a house and go to it first time right after the wedding - do you plan the wedding around the date the sale gets approved? Or do you just both live with your parents for a bit?<br /><br />I think the wisest thing is to get married first and wait a couple of years before buying a house. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:53:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062833 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062824 Should a debate between creationism and evolution be held, so we can finally see which is true, once and for all?<br /><br />That wouldn&#039;t get you the truth Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:51:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062824 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062814 What is your favorite midnight snack or snacks?<br /><br />A small cup of Blue Bell French vanilla ice cream. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:49:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062814 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062797 Do you prefer to take baths or showers?<br /><br />Bath. Unless it&#039;s midsummer showers give me a chill. And mine is so hard to adjust, I&#039;m finished before I get it right. Makes a splashy mess too. Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:45:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062797 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062765 I have really bad acid reflux. I have heartburn severely right now, but I don't have any more of my perscription and my doctor's apt. is next week, I have taken three pks. of alka seltzer(today total) and it's still there. What can help me right now?<br /><br />Well, I&#039;m late in reading this but here is something that my own doctor ( who usually sneers at alternative medicine) told me to try........ Jump up and down. No kidding it kind of helps Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:35:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/1062765 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/929549 Grey hair- dying it or keeping it?<br /><br />I would keep it. It&#039;s a hassle keeping up hair color. Just take good care of it and it can be really pretty. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 21:43:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/929549 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926550 What not to say during church service?<br /><br />Shhhhhhh. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 07:07:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926550 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926545 How do you deal with people who always act smart and make you feel stupid? (like they'd talk quantum physics or correct you when you say something)<br /><br />Give a deep sigh, smile weakly, and say nothing. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 07:05:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926545 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926519 What not to say to the cleaning lady?<br /><br />I hope that&#039;s not the same rag you used on the toilet. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:55:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926519 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926512 If you could insure any one part of your body for a million dollars, what would you insure?<br /><br />My brain. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:54:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926512 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926509 Are all girls superficial, like on myspace? or rather what precent of girls are not superficial and does that increase with age? I know how I feel on the matter I want to hear your opinions<br /><br />Girls certainly seem to be superficial, but that usually declines with age and maturity. Seems to take a longer time these days. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:52:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926509 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926487 Would you disown your son/daughter if they were gay.<br /><br />No, of course not. I would be concerned that about the cruelty of some people towards gays, and would definitely worry about the health problems if he/she is promiscuous. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:47:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926487 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926469 Is it too late to sent a card to someone who lost their husband, but you only just found out and it was over 7 months ago?<br /><br />The sudden appearance of a sympathy card may bring back memories, but if it is someone you care about, don&#039;t just ignore it. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:42:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926469 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926454 You're walking with a friend in your apartment complex, when you hear a scuffle. You look up at one of the buildings and notice that there's a man choking a girl and is trying to throw her down the stairs. You don't know either party. What do you do?<br /><br />Safest thing is to make a LOT OF NOISE to attract attention. Then get to the phone. Fri, 01 Jun 2007 06:38:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/926454 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/924929 Which oft misspelled word annoys you most?<br /><br />Definitely their, there and they&#039;re. Thu, 31 May 2007 17:20:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/924929 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815474 About a year ago, I had a toenail fungus, I treated it and it went. Recently, I wore a pair of heels, and the next day both of my big toes were very painful, and now the left one has a small brown patch. Is it just bruised,or could it be the fungus again?<br /><br />I don&#039;t think it would reappear overnight like that. Most likely something else. Tue, 01 May 2007 21:56:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815474 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815468 Recently I had a severe pain in my chest, almost like acid reflux or indegestion but while the pain was sudden it was severe and made my throat and jar hurt should I be concerned or is it just acid reflux?<br /><br />It happened to me too. I ended up in the emergency room all day. It happened to be nothing, but when i told the doctor I felt silly and next time, I wouldn&#039;t come in, she said no, no. You just can&#039;t judge for yourself whether it&#039;s bad or not. Tue, 01 May 2007 21:51:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815468 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815451 Have you ever read a dictionary for fun?<br /><br />Yes, as a child, there was an old dictionary lying around. It was the only book in the house. I learned a lot from it. I still think it&#039;s fun. Tue, 01 May 2007 21:40:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815451 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815407 Grab the book nearest to you, turn to page 18, and find line 4, What does it say?<br /><br />Depend only upon God, whom nothing can move, &quot;Imitation of Christ&quot; Thomas Kempis Tue, 01 May 2007 21:26:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815407 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815349 I've always wanted to take up sewing as a hobby, but i never had the time or money to do so. now i feel the time has come, but i dont know where to start. can anybody help out - for starters, any reccomendations on a cheap sewing machine?<br /><br />Well, the cheapest machines can also be the most frustrating. A good used middle of the line one can be a good choice. Good will, garage sales, newspaper ads... If sewing lessons are not available, buy one of the &quot;teach yourself to sew patterns&quot;. You&#039;ll surprise yourself. Tue, 01 May 2007 21:09:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815349 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815329 What is the best way to soothe a sunburn?<br /><br />I agree with those who suggested vinegar, but if you put it in a squirt bottle diluted with water, you can keep spraying yourself as long as you need. About 1 part vinegar to 4 or 5 parts water. Tue, 01 May 2007 21:03:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815329 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815294 What does epsom salt do?<br /><br />I know one thing it does well. My grandson had a redness and heat just under the edge of fingernail and a lot of pain from it. I had him soak it in warm Epsom Salts and when he removed his finger and just barely pressed it to look at it,a lot of pus just came right out and it felt much better. Tue, 01 May 2007 20:56:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/815294 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275866 What is hell supposed to be like?<br /><br />Everlasting regret over the loss of God&#039;s grace. Unbelievably frightening in its finality. The place where there are NO further chances to make it right. Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:52:54 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275866 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275843 Do you believe in GOD the father the SON and the HOLY GHOST<br /><br />Yes. The three Persons in one. Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:47:50 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275843 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275829 What religion (or lack of religion) do you follow and why?<br /><br />Catholic Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:44:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275829 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275817 Have you or would you ever pick up a hitchhiker?<br /><br />Never! Never! Never! Not matter how sorry I felt for them. Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:38:24 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275817 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275803 Why do you think some young teenage girls always want to get pregnant?<br /><br />I don&#039;t know that many of them &quot;want&quot; to get pregnant. They do have a hard time &quot;not&quot; having and that&#039;s what gets them into such a pickle. Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:32:12 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275803 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275787 What is something you have never done or are scared to do, that you want to do befor you die?<br /><br />Stir up trouble Mon, 15 Jan 2007 09:24:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/275787 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255450 Women, what's the first thing you notice in a man?<br /><br />The eyes. Preferably blue. With a twinkle.. Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:56:39 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255450 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255397 If you were the last person left on Earth, what would you do? <br /><br />I guess I&#039;d look around for a lifetime supply of frozen dinners, not worry about holding my tummy in, and play videos just to hear other people&#039;s voices. I&#039;d throw away all my bills, read everything I could find, sleep in a different house whenever I felt like it. Take very good... Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:38:16 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255397 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255369 What is your least favorite vegetable?<br /><br />Brussels sprouts. Chickpeas are pretty bad too. Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:24:45 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255369 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255361 If you found a cell pohne on the side walk....what would you do with it?<br /><br />If it was in working order I would try to find the owner and return it. If it looked as though it had been run over or something, I&#039;d ignore it. Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:22:08 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255361 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255343 Do you eat meat? why or why not?<br /><br />I stopped eating meat as a child. The meat we were served was very chewy. Maybe that&#039;s why. I will eat an occasional hamburger. I like ham and seafood, but never ever eat chicken or anything else that has skin, bones, veins and rubbery stuff in it. I have nothing against people who do eat... Tue, 09 Jan 2007 20:18:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/255343 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217162 Is it just me or are needles disgusting and scary?<br /><br />I don&#039;t think they&#039;re disgusting, but they are a little scary. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 07:05:05 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217162 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217139 Has there been any scientific evidence proving or disproving a prevalence for looking at a clock on the 23rd minute of the hour?<br /><br />I often seem to look up at the clock at 12:40 p.m. but I don&#039;t know why Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:52:09 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217139 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217114 Have you ever seen anyone die?<br /><br />I never have. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:39:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217114 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217056 Where can I buy fabric to make a pair of jeans<br /><br />There are many internet fabric sources also, if you&#039;re an online shopper. Also, I got a nice length of denim from ebay once, although the shipping was a little high because of its weight. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:05:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217056 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217049 What does your shirt say right now?<br /><br />I hesitate to say. It says: &quot;Grandmas make all things bearable&quot;. With an image of some cute teddy bears of course. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 05:56:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217049 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217015 Why do people so vehemently attack the Jehova's Witnesses for their beliefs?<br /><br />The reason I am annoyed by them is that the ones I have spoken to were only interested in pushing their beliefs, and set against listening to mine. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 05:35:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/217015 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209463 Where do you live?<br /><br />south Louisiana, USA Tue, 26 Dec 2006 10:52:48 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209463 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209459 Would you rather have a maid or a chef? <br /><br />A chef. I frequently don&#039;t feel like cooking, but can get by if the place isn&#039;t neat as a pin. Tue, 26 Dec 2006 10:48:56 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209459 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209333 What is your zodiac sign?<br /><br />Aquarius, Leo rising Tue, 26 Dec 2006 09:19:15 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209333 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209205 What are the six key characteristics of violent behaviours?<br /><br />What are the six you have in mind? Tue, 26 Dec 2006 07:35:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209205 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209199 Do you think people should homeschool their kids in this day and age if they are able, why or why not?<br /><br />I can&#039;t speak for everyone, but I homeschool my granddaughter and you can&#039;t beat homeschooling for flexibility, opportunity for real-time learning, and choosing the curriculum. You can avoid the unnecessary busy-work, the useless memorizations and concentrate on true learning. That... Tue, 26 Dec 2006 07:33:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209199 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209173 Why is the Roman Catholic Religion the only one that the English law discriminates against<br /><br />I believe that goes back to Henry VIII. Tue, 26 Dec 2006 07:08:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209173 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209166 Are Catholics and Protestants brothers in Christ?<br /><br />Of course. The big difference is that Protestant denominations were started by men who didn&#039;t agree with Catholic teaching. Catholics believe that the Church was started by Jesus Christ himself, with Peter as His chosen successor and an unbroken line of popes since then. As to whether there... Tue, 26 Dec 2006 07:02:32 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/209166 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207674 Why do microwave ovens make food taste bad?<br /><br />My husbands swears, he can&#039;t stand the taste of chicken that has been reheated in the microwave. (I don&#039;t eat chicken so I don&#039;t know. Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:37:21 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207674 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207671 Do you like your vacuum cleaner? Why or why not?<br /><br />No. Haven&#039;t ever liked any one I had. They are clumsy, noisy, messy, and when I can get someone else in the house to use it, they bang up the furniture. Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:33:38 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207671 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207667 Have you ever had any kind of wild animal in your yard?<br /><br />Armadillos, squirrels, snakes, probably rats, and a lot of other creepy crawlies Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:29:28 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207667 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207663 Why does everybody say "you guys," even when talking to a group of girls?<br /><br />Not everybody. Here in the south it&#039;s y&#039;all. Useful word. Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:20:40 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207663 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207662 I have a shirt that says "Best dam time in town" on the front and "Eager Beaver Lounge" on the back. I'm not allowed to wear it because my mom says "beaver" is a slang word for a female body part. Is this true?<br /><br />yep Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:18:00 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207662 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207659 Which is your favourite swear word?<br /><br />s..t. I also don&#039;t approve of myself for letting it slip out, but I must say I NEVER say f..k. Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:16:54 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207659 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207653 Has anyone ever been prosecuted,tried,and convicted for removing those tags on items that say "Do Not Remove Under Penalty Of Law"?<br /><br />No. It means the store can&#039;t remove it and lie about what the contents are. I suspect even if a store did it nothing would happen. Mon, 25 Dec 2006 09:08:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/207653 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197312 In America do they really use those brown paper bags for groceries? They look so awkward to carry.<br /><br />Well, you have to ask for one. The plastic ones are usually very flimsy, and it takes several of them to carry what one of the brown ones would. Down with plastic grocery bags!!!!!! Wed, 20 Dec 2006 13:56:50 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197312 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197299 What is your self-proclaimed biggest flaw?<br /><br />My tendency to look for flaws in my fellow human beings. I am aware of this and still catch myself doing it. Wed, 20 Dec 2006 13:51:19 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197299 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197282 Will my rubber tree plant survive outside in So. California? If planted in the ground, can it be planted next to the home foundation?<br /><br />They can live for years on the Gulf Coast provided there is no hard freeze. Even then, if the roots are established, they will come back in the spring. Wed, 20 Dec 2006 13:42:33 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/197282 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/77519 How many Americans still read a book for enjoyment?<br /><br />Maybe one or two of the people I know. Tue, 01 Aug 2006 09:01:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/77519 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/77515 Which is the best breed to keep in a small home with a small family?<br /><br />I can tell you one NOT to get. A chihuahua. I've had two, and you can't ever trust them not to go to a dark corner and leave a mess that you find a few days later. Tue, 01 Aug 2006 08:51:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/77515 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/26879 What can I use to get rid of fire ants that won't harm my pets?<br /><br />I heard something recently that you can try. Wait till a sub-freezing winter night ( if you can still see the mound), and scrape it cleanly to the ground. The cold air supposedly can sink down and kill them. I only could find one mound last winter, and in my area it doesn&#039;t get that cold... Tue, 02 Aug 2005 21:18:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/26879 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/26873 After my dog has done his business outside, he scratches his feet across the floor in the house and flicks mud and grass everywhere. Why does he do this?<br /><br />I think it has to do with an instinct to cover up his feces so as not to alert his enemies. Your dog may be just doing it a little late Tue, 02 Aug 2005 20:38:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/26873