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do you think that nuslims are cheeky by moving to the west and demanding mosques? Yes. I don't understand why they plop themselves down in the middle of infidels, then demand a mosque and sharia law. I suspect they have a long-term plan, but we would rather bury our head in the sand and pretend what we see is not what we see.

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Does anyone have any decent indian recipes (curries etc) that don't use any coriander? It annoys me being barred from an entire cultures food because of an allergy... Make your own mix of spices for curry and just leave out coriander. There are recipes for mixes of curry spices, so just look, since you will have to make your own version due to allergy.

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Years ago when I was in India I bought a cook book and one of the ingredients was roof tiles, the clay type. No, you don't eat them but apparently they add flavor. Ever tried this? Maybe it was a poor translation and they were trying to tell you to cook it in a clay pot cooker. I can't think of the name, I used to use one, but it was an Indian word.

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Fox News ratings go up and at the same time there is a rise in uninformed Teabagger/Birther/Protesters and white supremacy hate groups... Coincidence? Notice who bothers to answer your poorly premised statement disguised as an informed question? You all just keep encouraging one another that Fox News is in control of the minds of the brain-dead zombies who are conspiring to conspire in amazing ways...keep convincing yourself. Yadda, Yadda.

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Should the holocaust museum shooter and the abortion doctor shooter go to GITMO since they are terrorists? Ummm, they are citizens with the legal privileges this society affords them. They get different treatment, and rightfully, so.

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The name of oprahs show today is called living with the bare necessities.Cause we all know she does huh? I am no fan of Oprah, but I will venture to say that she once was very poor and she is still able to identify with people who have to live on a very tight budget. She probably feels like she is doing a public service by having this particular show, thus relieves any guilt she might feel about her affluence.

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If it only takes one match to start a forrest fire, why on earth does it take me a whole box of matches and a can of lighter fluid to light my grill? Too windy and cheapest briquettes-bad combination.

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Was Carmen Sandiego a real person? Where did they get inspiration for such a name? Carmen esta en el mundo. Pero, donde?

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When I turn off my cable and Panasonic HGTV there is no problem . When I turn it on again the cable comes on but the red light on my TV just blinks red and doesn't turn on. It is like the the TV isn't getting the connection.. Any answer to the problem? My complicated TV has a reset button on the side. The blinking lights blink in a certain way so as to tell you what kind of problem it might be. See if you have a reset button hidden behind a little side panel. You usually have to use a paper clip to poke the button. Try that. Good luck!

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How do you shove your brain into the box and think like everyone else? It starts by getting a tattoo...

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Would it be ok with you if your Mexican employee called you by a Spanish title or nickname? (Caballero, Jefe, Cabron...) If you live in any of the Mexican border states, expect it. Jefe is very common. Mi amigo is nice, but cabron? I think that's a bad word...can't remember exactly what it means.

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I've been turned down by so many girls and I'm still a hopeless romantic virgin. 19 years old and haven't gotten far in relationships, but i've been hurt so many times. So is it okay for me to go Bi or Gay? Work on a relationship first. That takes awhile, then you'll know where it's going. Over eager guys are annoying. I'm sure you're nice, but don't be desperate. You sound desperate. Desperate people do desperate things and then they live to regret it.

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What is an example of a double-standard? Here's one: Appointing a tax evader to head up a governmental tax agency. If one political party A does that, the other political party B calls that corruption, but if Political Party B does that same thing,Political Party B calls it an "unfortunate oversight, not that big of a deal, an innocent accident". There are so many...

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How much of a circus are we going to see in Washington now that they have to select a new supreme court justice? If they take Harry Reid's suggestion, it's going to be a real line up of clowns.

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What are the benefits of many countries signing international agreements? Lots of symbolism over substance. An attempt to pretend that different cultures can become as one and world peace will be achieved. Just look at the UN as an example and its members and how some of those countries are truly unconcerned about their citizens. Like I say, lots of symbolism rather than substance and accountability.

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What do you make of the Zeitgeist documentaries? Conspiracy theorist work or piece of work that could have more truth than theory connected to it? Never heard of them, but I might be interested. How can one view them?

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Is the correct phrase "Don't get your panties in a wad" or "Don't get your panties in a bunch"? Do they say that outside North America? And what's the origin of that phrase? Wad is a funnier word than bunch. I prefer that one.

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Is it true geologists rock? Yes,when they're not stoned.

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What is frank lampard email address frank.lampard@idontknow.com

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Do you think the demise of the newspaper industry is merely a symptom of the growth of the internet and the cost of paper or is there something far more sinister to shut down a free and robust press? Sinister? Free and robust? How about they all subscribe to the same news syndicates, journalists no longer know how to write with some semblance of objectivity,I don't need them to think for me, just present the facts unless they are writing an opinion column.

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Does your parents know you ate, or still eat, boogers? Did you eat a little paste to go with that?

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Why is it we are raised to believe certain things and if we differ from that in later years we are degraded and put down for not believing in the "Norm". It all depends on what side of "tolerance" you are on and in what "politically correct" crowd you find yourself in the middle of when you speak these things.

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My gf asked me if id marry a blind person.i told her it doesnt matter.i also told her its obvious she wouldnt which is pretty messed up.she asked"obvious?"and i said sometimes she cares bout what others think and appearance2much.she got mad.what do u say? I'll keep it simple. Our vision does get in our way of talking and getting to know other people. Some people can acknowledge that, some can't.

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Who is the most powerful woman on earth? Every man's mother.

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When I go to Wagamama or other Japanese restaurants, the tofu usually has a somewhat puffed up spongey texture. However, when I make it myself it's more compressed. It's regular firm tofu I buy. How to I get it like in the restaurant? I freeze my tofu. Then when I defrost it, I squeeze all the liquid out. Then I usually marinade in a soy sauce mixture. Anyway, freezing it changes the texture and I like it better that way.

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I voted for hope and change, why am I getting torture victims with no hope of ever seeing justice served on those responsible? I'm feeling mighty pissy at you right now Obama. This seems like a Bush move. Define hope. Define change. Obama knew people like you would define it in terms that only existed in each person's mind. Now multiply that times millions and what do you get? FUBAR

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After living in a solalistic country for a few years, talking to a few people, and seeing some of the questions in this catagory, I am not sure there is a total understanding of what Socalism is. What do you view Socalism as? A society that hands over far-ranging power to the government to control their lives so that they can have a safe,mediocre existence and then die.They will give up their ambition, their achievements, there individualism,their personal choices because they've lost their soul. Maybe you are like one of a few people I know who came to the US from a socialist county and knows the difference...

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I got caught with pot,and the cop put me under arrest, and didnt read me my miranda rights , and after i was in the cruiser, he was interigating me. is there anyway thats violates my rights He can interrogate you all he wants. You don't have to talk without representation.

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My son is 15. He has a chronic illness. He misses a lot of school and is failing. we live in fl. With my permission can he quit school and get his GED? Does FL have a home-school program? If he's that chronic, they might have a program that allows him to stay home and be visited by a roaming teacher from the district that keeps track of kids at home doing their assignments. Go to bat with the district for your kid. He needs to be educated. If he can study for the Good-Enough-Diploma, then he can probably do modified school work.

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I know this is a site for free speech and you can't block anyone from answering your questions - but if you were allowed just one block - would you use it? Yes. From one of those who thinks I want to see their body parts avatar along with their answer.

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How important is love on your spiritual journey? Without experiencing love, your spiritual experience will be pretty shallow.

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Grown peoples adivce pleasE? ive been kicked out of my moms house for about a mnth now, i had a job and was staying with a friend i wrkd with then she got me fired and im staying at my bfs house, i have no job, no money, nothing really. advice? You need to sit down and take inventory of yourself. What are you good at? (Try and find a job that builds on that) Where did you mess up and why? What will you do to not repeat that? You have to try to "reinvent" yourself by trying new ways of doing things, not repeating self-defeating actions. You will learn to take pride in your accomplishments and they will build confidence. ...

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Binghamton : 14 dead. Alabama 10 dead. West Va. 41 dead. How many more mass shootings before we have rational gun laws? I totally believe the bumper sticker that says something like; "If guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns". People who have violence on their mind will find ways to kill others with or without guns. I like the chance to be able to defend myself.

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Would the bumper sticker "Honk if I'm paying your mortgage for you" be a good seller? Hurry! Get them printed, you'll be able to cover your taxes. Great idea!

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Obama on the Leno show this thursday. What do you think - smart, silly, or stupid? I think it's mostly silly. We know Jay's just for fun and in the midst of a crisis, hey, what President shouldn't take the time to make an appearance? Distraction is good.

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Why does my bf always kiss my forehead, hold hand and cuddle? are they signs of real affection and care? it started with sex and he's always horny. he kept saying it's more than sex, he's extremely nice to me but i feel sth's missing, only sex+companionsh Horny fades. Real love is based on more. If you want somebody who constantly lusts over you, you're going to have to change sex buddies often and then where does that get you?

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My b-day sucked. I was doing things for everyone else, like 2 ppl told me happy b-day and my bf cooked & made tea but I do that for him every day. Then he called me ignorant. I just wanted it to be special. Was I expecting too much out of my 21st b-day? Umm, if this is a sign of things to come in this relationship, I guess you know what to expect. Maybe you should plan something special at 21 1/2 years since you just can't let the whole year go by. Tell him that this might be an opportunity to redeem himself, otherwise you are definitely making plans with or without him. So now you have 6 mos to make a great plan!

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I'm interested in brewing my own beer, but I'm not exactly sure how to. Can I get some pointers, and if you brewed your own before, how did it turn out? My son-in-law brews his own and it is delicious according to the beer connoisseurs in the family. There are lots of websites, but he got recipes from the store that sells all the equipment in Washington State. You'll have to consider it a hobby that you want to put some money into for the things you will need. There are websites for all the products too. Have fun!

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Can someone help me with a diet for diabetics on a VERY low income..please do not be rude. I am very serious. This is a new diagnosis, I was told NOTHING more and my income IS very low. If you can't help..don't answer. It does not cost a lot to eat like a diabetic. If you became diabetic because of your prior diet, you will probably eat cheaper and healthier now that you have to. There's a lot of info on the web or buy yourself one good cookbook. Take your time browsing thru one at a bookstore because you will need to see recipes and ideas you will actually use. Once you start eating right, you will...

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Do you have any recipes that ask for candied ginger? Throw chopped bits of it into spice-type or pumpkin muffins.

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This weekend on CNN, VP Dick Cheney spread the right-wing lie that Barney Frank and the Community Reinvestment Act caused the world wide financial crisis. Shouldn't that sort of partisan BS be left to Rush and the right wing water carriers? See LINK: Jim, you feast so much on one diet. It's better to add more variety to your diet.

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What media term are you sick of? Mine is, "economic crisis" Bail out.

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Is Joe Biden taken seriously? That's what I'm wondering.

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I have a 16 month old daughter. I had an affair with her father who's married with other children. I told him about her and he seen her 1 time when she was 2 months old. We haven't seen him since then. Am I doing the right thing by doing nothing? You took a risk and lost. But you know who really loses? Your daughter. So, now make it up to her as best you can and when she is older you will have a difficult time explaining why you did what you did, but you have some years ahead of you to put together a story she can learn from and hopefully still respect you.

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Have you donated to Norm Coleman's senate campaign in Minnesota? Have you heard about their data leak? How does it feel knowing that your name, address, and credit card information are available to anyone who wants it? I suspect it could be a little like in CA where the donors to Prop 8-(Marriage is between a man and a woman)could be looked up on internet. So the pro-gay marriage people went to some peoples homes and protested in their yard, stood in front of some churches and did charming things, and picketed a restaurant (in a very gay section of LA) to tell people don't eat there because the owner...

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Have you ever had one of those sliding door moment thoughts? When the glass is so clean you try to walk through it?

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If i gave you a kangaroo what would you call it? My pal Joey.

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I did good at rearing mine as to clean up "own messes", but failed at clean up "own mistakes"...its my fault and been hard to acknowledge...anyone else? Hmm, that might be an interesting question if it was posed a little more clearly. Messes as in tidy up? Mistakes as in your's or their's?

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Since logic dictates that in supply and demand, it does not make sense to make more of something that is already in excess, why do people make more babies when there is a huge supply of perfectly good ones that need loving homes? Trying to correlate supply and demand with birthing children is a non sequitar.

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What nickname does your s/o call you? Lambkins

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My mom talks constantly & seldom give others a chance to talk, is she just rude or could this be part of mental disorder? Maybe just self-centered. And when you do get a word in edgewise, does she even really hear what you said? If not, maybe she is a little mental.

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Have you ever come home so drunk that you've tried to enter the wrong house? No, but a few weeks back a college student got shot and killed doing that. Oops. Wrong address.

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I have been dating a new guy for 1 year, I just got divorced, we are planning our first trip together to NY, I found out he asked his married daughter and her two children to come along. I feel the trip was not for me, more for him and his family. Confuse So, he just sprung this on you? You had no idea? What other surprises might he shower you with?

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Do you think those couples that look very much alike are wierd? (like other people think they are brother & sister?) I don't find it weird, but kinda funny. Like...I can understand why they think their s/o is appealing.

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I've spent the past few days researching and figuring out that I fit the description of a compulsive liar. I hate it and have been working hard to stop but I still catch myself lying without even thinking about it. Do I have to have therapy to stop? There are reasons, often self misperceptions, as to why you feel the need to lie. You've done it for a long time and it's now a habit. A counselor will help you explore those reasons, but don't be surprised at hard it will be for you to change. At least you notice now and that's a good start.

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What rhymes with happen? the words has to mean something that would make a person mad crappin'

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I have had to deal with emotional abuse all my life. It started with my father, then my first husband who would also hit me. I left him and soon ended up in a new relationship. This one is abusive also. Why does this keep happening? You don't have the tools to pick a good man because it's hard for you to recognize an abuser when you see one. This is not an insult. A good counselor will help you to learn new ways to meet a better variety of man. Right now, stop looking for a man. Work on fixing yourself first. When you are stronger, you will learn how to pick a better man and you will learn how to FEEL and BELIEVE...

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I thought Obama was going to get the rest of the world to respect us again... is giving the Prime Minister of England a basket of dvds that he can't even use in England a good start? He's for change. There ya go!

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Serious question (Parents only please).. How old is too old for a son to take a shower with his mother? My son HATES taking them by himself and only wants to take one with me.., I don't mind, but I'm afraid he may be too old.. Real soon it's going to be time to phase him into being "a big boy". Why does he hate taking it by himself? Scared? Doesn't like the spray hitting him full force? Put him in the tub with lots of toys and stay there (out of the tub) and play with him. You have to show that you are ready for this change too.

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IF MY DAUGTHER IS TAKING MY GRANDSON AROUND DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS, SUCH AS DRUG HOUSES, AND SHE HAS NO INCOME TO SUPPORT HIM, AND NO STABLE HABITAT FOR MY GRANDSON, NO INCOME AND HAS PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS WITH CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES.CAN CUSTODY BEFILED You have to call the police or child protection agency. YOU HAVE TO CALL. The law has to decide if the kid should be removed based on what they find. YOU HAVE TO CALL NOW. IF they take the kid away, you will possibly be able to care for him while she goes thru the system to possibly get him back, but that takes at least 6 mos. YOU HAVE TO CALL. DO IT!

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What should I do stay in Oregon or move to Austin Texas? Wet side of Oregon or dry side?

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Should Alfie Patten, the 13 yr old father in the news recently, join 'Fathers for Justice', seeing as he's already got a Spiderman outfit? He clearly has an awesome dad as a role model! His mum must be awesome too.Why not?

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Should Ward Churchill get his job back from the University of Colorado? Who really cares? I take that back. If one of my kids was sitting in his class I'd say-transfer out.

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Ok I have no hobby. All of my friends have something unique about them. I have very little self esteem and i need a hobby to boost my self confidence. Can someone please give me an idea? Everybody can find at least one thing to be good at. You need to take one of those online tests (or colleges have them) where you can find out your learning style or skill preferences. They can help steer you in a natural direction to find what gift you can develop. Stop comparing yourself to your friends. Stop telling yourself what you can't do, but find what you can do and start building...

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Do you think hard-working people should give their money away, or have it taken away by taxation and given to others, who are just too lazy to get a job (i.e. welfare)? Some people take questions so personally. Here's the ideal in my book: Some people cannot work due to physical or mental impairment (born that way, diseased or accidental)-they gotta be helped Other people cannot work because they are drug addicts,etc. they should be in programs of detox (thank-you taxpayer) but they ought to be cleaning up the freeways, parks, etc. to help offset their...

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I always have to run to the store for 1 or 2 items when I cook, what is a list of items I should always have on hand in my kitchen? It depends how often you really cook and what are your typical menus. Plan your five favorite things you like to cook. Write all the ingredients you need to have on hand. Decide which of those things can sit on the shelf for a long time (pasta,tomato paste,etc). When you shop for a month, load up on those "staples". You will only need to run to the store for fresh produce, milk, etc.

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I've been grounded for months now for something i did. my parents wont let me go ANYWHERE except for school. my dad keeps calling me a lonely loser because i dont go out anywhere. i would go out if he let me! should i tell him off? Ummm, I'm only getting one side of the story. You've been grounded for MONTHS? Does your punishment fit the crime? Be honest. I would never have called my kids a lonely loser. Telling him off will only add fuel to the fire. I would freak him out and ask him to get me some books from the library so that I could read and study more!

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Do any of you read the other people's comments before you post? There is so much duplication! Yes. That's why I don't usually answer any question that has more than 10 answers already. I too give pts for those who answered like I would've.

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Why do people insist on eating as much as they can at an all you can eat restaurant or buffet? Isn't that the point? Take a look around at the size of the people that usually go to those places.

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I'm not a huge Charles Krauthammer fan, but his Op-Ed column in today's Washington Post makes good sense to me. He challenges us to let the debate begin. Care to join the debate? See LINK: Hey Jim, Krauthammer usually makes perfect sense to me. Thanks for at least reading him. I believe the "debate" at street level will not be from an intellectual one but from an emotional one. Logic gets tossed right from the get go, so why bother?

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Obama's new budget has 8,000 "pet projects" included in it despite campaign promises. Is this just the beginning? http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2009/03/03/america/NA-US-Obama-Spending.php Let's just call Pelosi Obama's right gonad and Reid Obama's left gonad.

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Am I the only one who always gets screwed at the drive-thru? Never drive away without checking your food first.

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What do you think of Rahm Emanuel? A lion in a leotard.

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Can a boss and employee also be husband and wife? Yup. The husband is Pres of the Corp and the wife is the Corp Treasurer. No problem, except it's hard to quit.

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If you were in charge of america, what would you do for the economy, and why Set up a bureaucracy with only a limited existence of say... 5 years. All members must have paid their taxes faithfully!All members must keep their zippers up. Members must not ever have been senator or congressman. They must have had a real career sometime in their life.They will be assigned to audit every corp., including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, that has taken bail out money. They will...

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End the war. The war on ignorance?

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What has postmodernism contributed to society? Women can be moms (with a man being optional) Gay now means homosexual and now they celebrate with parades Murderers don't deserve the death penalty because that is too mean God is a fairy tale Science is God Cigarette smokers deserve big settlements because it's all the tobacco co's fault for seducing them If one thinks something is bad-just add "ism" or...

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My daughter, who is nine, and who lives with her mother most of the time, has just started wearing thong underwear. I feel I should be upset and angry, but honestly I just don't feel strongly about it at all. Does this make me a bad dad? Why would any 9 yr old where a thong except for caring (for better or worse)about her "image"? Dad,if she's 9 going on 16 and thinking about her underwear-good luck with that. Dad,eventually you will deal with this side of her sooner or later. She's going to have boobs and periods and it's statistically true, if dad isn't helping her to learn to manage her body,...

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In one of the well known coffee shops have you ever took a coffee back to the sales staff & what was the reason? Not hot enough, not fresh enough, they always take care of it with a smile.

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How many coffees (regular coffee) would you make with 1 pound of coffee beans? This is for a business project... Huh? How many flavors? How many cups of coffee from 1 lb? Would or could make?

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What do you usually keep well stocked to eat in your home? Canned tomato paste, sauce, and diced. They are the base of my spaghetti sauce, pot roasts, stews, goulash. I'd be lost w/o them.

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Why do Americans think Taco Bell is real Mexican food? I never eat there. I call it Taco Hell.

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You're most surprised that there's actually a "For Dummies" book on________________? How to get a raise in this economy

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Some years back the folks down the road bought a house they could not afford, while you used good judgement and bought one you could afford. Now they can't pay their mortgage and President Obama wants you to pick up the tab. How do you feel about this? I think this policy will start a revolution in the works...the silent working majority will and can only take so much...it's going to get uglier.

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Do you think most of the politicians in Washington D.C. are elitist, meaning they feel they are better, smarter, and more deserving than those they are supposed to represent? Oh yez! Theyz so smart I cant hardly begin to even beez as smart cuz Iz been too buzy acshully workin'. Iz gotz my own biznet. Them politishins, themz lawyerz and all. Theyz know soz much! Theyz so good at glad-handin' and all. Sayz we little peeple gonna get lotz o' help. I sayz you got my vote! I cud never figger nuttin' out like that. Thatz themz job!

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Is anyone; aside from Republican voters, gullible enough to believe that the political cartoon in the NY Post, you know the one where the cops shoot the chimpanzee, isn't racially motivated? It's a very stupid cartoon (not even clever). I can't believe it made it to print. Your question is stupid as well. (I don't Down Rate. That action is stupid, too.)

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What are some fun things to do on a 4 day vacation to San Diego? It's will be for my bf's bday. You won't run short of things to do. Go to Old Town. Go to the Gas Lamp district. Go to Ports of Call. Cross the bridge and go to Coronado. Lots to do. You won't run out of things to do. Oh yeah, you know-- Sea World and the Zoo if you've never been there before.

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JFK said "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." Isn't it ironic that all those who support his political party now say "I ask not what I can do for my country, but what my country can do for me" Pitiful, huh? Thanks for refreshing the memories of how far the US has come...JFK wouldn't recognize Ted's brand of Democrat.

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I'm miserable....but the question is do I secretly like being miserable? Misery is comfortable to you. It's what you know.

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Have you ever thought of being a mentor? I'm waiting to be matched soon.

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What am i suppose to do when my husband doesnt want to talk about our problems? He turns every conversation we have into an arguments especially if we are discussing him and his disrespectful ways. He sounds like the kind that might not be willing to go to marriage counseling...but it would help you both a lot. The problem is about the both of you and how you communicate (or don't). If he cannot ever tolerate discussing his short-comings in a calm environment he will never change. This is not good. If he has a hard time hearing any constructive criticism from his wife (who should be...

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Does education really make you a better person? It can make you smarter (or brainwashed), but not necessarily better.

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How am I supposed to lose weight if I am in love with food.....I love cooking, eating, tasting, trying new restaurants.....And BTW I like good heavy comfort food....It's my fav! I just think it may not be worth it to give up my fav foods to shed a few lbs I love food too, but never have been overweight. Why? I can eat one brownie, I don't have to eat the whole pan. I eat real butter, it has more flavor than margarine so I use less. I never eat processed foods (they really don't taste good to me nor does a box cake mix-I can taste chemical fake flavors). Comfort foods, fine! Just not 5x week. Be truthful with yourself about what you...

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Are you unhappy that the digital TV switch deadline has been extended to June? Are you tired of all the TV ads for this? No I just wish I knew why the government got involved in that project.

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I recently got food from a home catering business and got food poisioning i found out that the female operating it is working illegally and has no food permit etc i want to prevent other people from falling ill and yet remain anymos hw do i do that? Call the local Health Dept and report it. You should be able to find it in the local gov section of the phone book. It's not hard. It's the same resource people have to go to to get their health permit in order to work at a McDonald's etc. Do it!

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How come some questions get so many answers, and yet all the ones I ask are done and gone in a couple of minutes? I wouldn't say it's content, because some of the high rated questions are simple, useless questions. AB is not always an exercise in intellectual conversation. Sometimes it's just "me too-ism" answers. Just a distraction, just mindless fun sometimes.

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What do you do to get really crispy chicken? I have a great recipe for taste but the texture isn't quite right. Fry in peanut oil. The hotter the temperature of frying oil the better. Try Panko crumbs or your mix with them added in. Once you coat the parts with the crumbs, set the breaded chicken aside for 15 min to "dry" for extra crunch.

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A crossword the other day asked "The inhabitants of South Caucasus". I know the answer, but had never heard of South Caucasus. Without Googling it, would you know where South Caucasus is? A mountainous region in the former USSR? Am I close?

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I am looking for a sauce recipe. The sauce was on apple pie with ice cream on top. It had butter in it and maybe brown sugar. It was at a mexican restaurant. It was awesome. Does anyone have it? Probably a dulce de leche type sauce. Google it. Delicious.

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Given that we were rolling in money a year or so ago, where has all the dough gone? It was an illusion. And the illusion is continuing with the passage of the "stimulus" bill. The only thing they know how to stimulate are their special interest groups. If you aren't part of a special interest group, you won't be seeing much help. Very scary.

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I study neurology at an Ivy League school in CA but my bf lives in my hometown in OR. We have fought the distance for a yr, but I leave soon to the Peace Corps for 2 years. I want to marry him, should I stay or should I go? Can it work out? Is your boyfriend as goal-oriented as you appear to be? He may be warm and cozy back in OR, but for the long-term is he really a match for what you want to do? Can he volunteer for PC with you? I don't think I'd give up my future unless he is a really solid guy.

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I went out to luch with my grandmother today & she is SO frustrating! i'm 24 & she doesnt agree with my lifestyle choice. I'm not married, or pregant, i work in a male dominated field (butchering). its getting to the point i dont want to see her. advise? Say, "Grandma, I'm Twenty Four now, not Four. So, c'mon grandma, I know I'm not doing things your way, but let's agree to disagree and let's eat. Please pass me the butter. How is your arthritis today?"

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How do we help Beavers become more "green"? Capture them. Remove one front tooth. Then tag and release. It will slow down there activity. The tag will track when it is time to recapture and detooth.

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What is the point of being a vegetarian? Some people just don't like meat for whatever reason. Some people are vegs just because they think it's healthier. Some people are vegs for social reason. They want to be seen as more enlightened and "with it".

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Leviticus 19:19 instructs Christians not to wear clothing with mixed fibers and not to plant mixed seeds in a field. Why do Christians ignore these commands but adhere vehemently to Old Testment dogma with regard to homosexuality? Homosexuality is mentioned in the NT.

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Name how many different foods that you can have sauerkraut with? Hot dogs and Reuben sandwiches.

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I think if there will be now women in the world, there will be no shoping malls and neither no trade, because almost all shops and amlls belongs to women needs, what you think. Hmm, possibly. Women like soap, toothpaste, toilet paper,shampoo,deodorant, nice underwear, more than one pair of shoes,etc. I think we all might still be in the cave if it were left up to men.

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How can I avoid giving "guilt trips"? After I give my speech I realize how unnecessary it was...it's almost embarrassing... Do you mean speech as in a lecture for someone who you didn't agree with? Like a speech that was made out of emotion and sounded more like a rant? If so, that's the problem with speaking before thinking...you can never take it back.

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What do you think of the situation between Chris Brown and Rihanna? He finally realized how much she looks like Prince and then he got angry that he might have "the wrong" tendencies.

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I am 15 years old and i've never been to a house party..my mom is overprotective and it's driving me nuts! never slept over a friends house , never flew on a plane or gone to camp..some of the many things which i haven't been able to do as a "normal" kid. OK, so is there a dad in the house? Good moms tend to lean to the over protective side and good dads tend to allow a little more adventure. If she is truly over-protective, she's really going to freak out when you are able to drive. No parent can watch a kid 24/7 especially when they become teenagers. You must show your mom that you are trustworthy and responsible.Do you have one good...

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Create more jobs? Where will the money come from when more than half of all Americans have a government or government related job? I was going to move to Forrest county till i found out that 1 in 5 jobs were govt jobs. Have you ever noticed how many gov't workers are not the sharpest tool in the shed? Have you ever noticed that if they hadn't a job with the gov't, they wouldn't be hired in the public sector for anything near what they are getting paid by the gov't? You know why people want to be a gov't worker, because they know they'll be on the gravy train. Have you ever...

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Where does our trash go after being picked up? In my state, incinerating trash will cause you to be social outcast. I live in a state where we separate the types of trash.Green waste/recyclable/regular trash trash. Green waste goes to a site where they recycle it and sell it for mulch, etc. Recyc stuff like plastic/paper goes to a site (transfer station) where they bundle it and ship it to China who reinvents it and sells it back to US....

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What is the opposite of sorry? You deserved it.

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My older sis was on drugs,mom had to adopt her 1st child. 2nd child-she beat & he was taken away, &nw she has a 3rd.mom refused to ever speak to agen. this was 7 years ago. im 17 now. she added me on FB and i have a nephew ive never met. do i talk to her Reality, Your sister is a very troubled person. You would have to be a very strong 17 yr old with your head screwed on right in order to have some kind of a relationship with her. How's your relationship with your mom? That's the one you need to keep right now. Drug people are usually very manipulative. You must keep your guard up.

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Are there any women who feel/felt uncomfortable about breast feeding due to feeling that the breasts have a sexual connotation? What? They can only serve one purpose at a time? Since, you are a guy asking. May the question is can you wrap your mind around the fact that they have dual purposes?

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At Acts 10:28 Peter reveals that God showed him "not to call any man unclean" ...why therefore do most Christians say what happened in Acts 10 meant it's alright to eat pork or unclean foods? You're mixing up the wrong verse with the eating of "unclean" meat. I'll get you the proper one. Stand by... Read Acts 11:5-9. Plus, this type of question is already out there on AB.

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What do you do when your boyfriend thinks you're cheating when you come home late? This is the problem with living with a boyfriend before any real trusting mature commitment is made.

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My older sis was on drugs,mom had to adopt her 1st child. 2nd child-she beat & he was taken away, &nw she has a 3rd.mom refused to ever speak to agen. this was 7 years ago. im 17 now. she added me on FB and i have a nephew ive never met. do i talk to her What is FB? Then, maybe I can help.

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What are the benefits of celery? Roughage and a few vitamins.

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I just bought groceries a few days ago and put the celery on a shelf in the fridge and the apples in a drawer. The celery is limp and the apples look old. What am I doing wrong? There is a humidity setting but no instructions. What am I doing wrong? Old apples already? Bad 'fridge. You can crisp up the celery by trimming the bottoms and placing in glass of ice water.

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You are baking a cake for someone in your family. Knowing you will be eating it too do you make the kind that you like or the kind the "someone" likes? What kind will it be and what frosting? Yes, I bake them (from scratch only) what the honoree wants. Most requested-Texas Sheet Cake. All chocolate and butter and the warm frosting is put on a warm cake.

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What is a navy bean? It's a small white bean. Easy to find in grocery store. Navy bean soup and cornbread-awesome!

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I need to know about eating flaxseed,if its old,i didnt know and ate it,its ground help!!probally 6 tp 8 months old Flaxseed can go rancid. You should be able to smell the rancidity. I wouldn't worry about it-esp by the time you get this answer. Keep it refrigerated to keep its oil component fresher.

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I owne a small restaurant and deli, I do well for breakfast and lunch but dies out after that. We do some business from 2 pm to close at 7 pm. Overall we loose money for those hours but it creates about 15 hundred a month in cash flow. Is it because of your location? Sounds like you are in a business area where you are convenient for bf and lunch, but not for dinner. I wouldn't stay open on week day evenings except for Fri, Sat & Sun. If those become profitable, then I would expand the evenings.

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Why do poeple hate muslims and always tend to critisize them? It would go a long way with me if I heard more mainstream Muslims denounce extremist behavior, but we don't hear much and CAIR is NO HELP.

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EIGHT STATES NOW DECLARING SOVEREIGNTY!! http://www.taxtruth4u.com/eight%20states.html Nobody understands sovereignty any more in the US (let alone spell it). Our borders should be open, everyone come and go as you please. Use all the benefits!!! We're endlessly wealthy. Anyone who calls you an illegal, is a bigot, racist, mean, alienophobe. Yadda, yadda.

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What is your favorite Clint Eastwood movie? (That he's acted in and/or directed.) I can't pick just one. I mean, after all we're talking about Clint. Nobody else is like him!

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I failed in both my exams and i had a car accident.. my parents are paying for both..how could i face them and tell thm those news? Ok... #1-You have to tell them, but it won't be fun. #2-Before you talk to them, you must analyze yourself. What did you do wrong in any of those situations and what steps can you make to change and not repeat them? #3-When you have those figured out, then talk to them with your plan. #4-If you have a job, you should offer to pay some portion of car insurance or something. Restitution....

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My son has disabilities.Every year for his Birthday party he invites many classmates. They all attend but not one has ever reciprocated and invited him to one of their parties.This bothers my son.What would you do for his next Birthday? That's sad and mean and tacky that they don't reciprocate. However, what type of disability are we talking about? If he has fits of rage or a type of emotional disability, that might be reason for concern about inviting him, BUT I still would if the mother came along. If his disability means in a wheelchair, gee, that should be easy to manage. For his next birthday, take him and a...

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Is ''frankly'' the new conservative soundbite for ''well'', both being preludes to neither frank nor well thought out talking points? Frankly, I haven't noticed that they use that term a lot. They only Frank they know is "Barney" (gag) and they know frank- as in hot dog- as in PORK as packed in the alleged stimulus bill.

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I read in one of these posts that there is "only one unforgiveable sin," but there was no specific reference to that particular sin. Just so I don't stumble into this one without realizing it's unforgiveable, can someone tell me what it is? When the Pharisees credited to Satan the miracles that they had WITNESSED Jesus do, this was the unforgivable sin. You have to take a number of readings in the New Testament to understand this. The Pharisees (many but not all) did not believe Jesus to be the Son of God. They thought He was blasphemous, plus He was really messing up their religious power and they didn't like that. The...

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I live with my b/f and his parents. we are both 27. mom wakes my b/f up in the am, makes his lunch, constantly calls and texts,opens his mail,calls him her baby boy,does his laundry, and litteraly lives and breathes her son. am i wrong to think its odd? So, he has you to have sex with and he has his mommy to take care of everything else! What a catch!

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Does any adult have an automatic claim on the production of another? They may not produce, but then they ultimately become a drain. An economy cannot exist for long with that imbalance.

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Why are government agencies so slow? I have been waiting for 6 weeks for the state to approve my app so that I can take my licensure boards... Government is big,clumsy and never in a hurry (except to COLLECT your taxes) and how often are impressed with the help you get behind the counter?

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Obama vs Rush Limbaugh. Rush said," I hope Obama's polices fail". Can't you people read? What do you mean "Can't you people read"? Can't "you people" listen or read his full transcript from his website? Can't "you people" start exercising critical thinking abilities?

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With the impeachment of Blagojevich, the tax problems of Tim Geithner and Tom Daschle, don't you agree that we should have a federal mandate passed to have anyone in politics audited on a yearly basis by the IRS? Of course,but then they would write themselves a law stating that they would not have to be subject to it. Apparently, it looks like our deficit would be gone if the politicians paid their part! However, they seem to only get promoted when it is found that they owe back taxes.

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How cam i get w2 forms online irs.gov You cannot download those forms (that would be too easy for the gov!). You have to order them from the website. Some other forms are downloadable-but not the W-2.

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Why did the media, besides Fox news, report that the stimulis package, in the House, had not one Republican vote in favor of it; and fail to mention that 11 Democrates also voted against it? Sounds like a bipartisan vote to me. Huh? I think you are saying that Fox News mentioned the 11 Dems but the other stations did not mention the 11 Dems and reported it as strictly partisan (rather than the truth of the 11 Dems, therefore making it bipartisan). That's why Fox News is watched more than others. Now...watch the downrates fly!

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My partner and i wish to move to the usa from the uk and and want to know which visa is best for us Go...where? Not sounding like much of a plan. Sounds like you are running away. Ummm, usually this is not good for kids. First make a reasonable plan, THEN go.

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If half of the world population lives under the povertyline (which is round about correct) and we in the western civilisation could sae them by giving them only a bit over 1% of what we have, then why do we still just sit by and watch? #1-Even in the Western world, too many don't take care of their own family first. It's too easy to let the "state welfare" take care of them.(Your tax dollars that if you kept would go toward the charity of your choice). #2-I don't sit by and watch. Too many do not put their money where their pity is. They think it's somebody else's job to do. I'm very...

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My brother had his heart broken and ended up in a mental institution on a 5150(suicide watch) because of the girl. He is getting back together with her. Im afraid its just a convenience thing for her. Im worred for my brother. what should i do? Your bro needs professional help. It's not healthy to be so dependent on another person that you think you can't live without them. There's too much manipulation (on both sides) in a relationship like that. Can he be sad without her? That's normal, but it will pass. Threatening to kill yourself over someone is a reflection of the imbalance in the suicidal person's...

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Is it true that Adolf Hitler was considered the 'father of the automobile industry' and the first Volkswagen prototype was pioneered by him? And what about Henry Ford? I think he was out there ahead of Hitler.

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What the biggest turnoff for you in a girl? Trust me, you'll have to get over this when you are over 40. Hair happens, even if it wasn't there in youth. Turn off-- teeth that aren't absolutely shiny clean and flossed. If I catch one bit of tartar at a glimpse-it's over.

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Baskin Robbins has 31 flavors, What is one of them? (no cheating...LOL) Jamoca Almond Fudge!

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Do you urinate in the shower? (Yes, this is a serious question, as I've had men tell me that they do.) Like my friend George said, "Pipes are pipes".

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What would you recommend: I am looking for a comfy pair of shoes. They have to be all white and they need to be sturdy. I will be using them for nursing class and i can not be able to slide out of them. what would you recommend and where can i get them? Go to shoesonline.com. Great site and do not try and go "cheap" for your feet. You'll pay for it.

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I have left an abusive relationship and have a male friend who has been there for me. I am falling for this man. I am not his type but sometimes I see signs he might like me too this way....What should I do? Usually women who have been in abusive relationships need to get counseling before they start another one...they tend to have a skewed concept of what it takes for a healthy relationship. Don't rush it.

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What is your polite way of telling someone that its too early in the morning for close talking (bad breath)? So, hey, about that garlic and onion pizza last night?

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After Blagojevich, a group of people is promoting Mike Ditka to run for Governor of Illinois. What do you think of Ditka for governor? Why would he want to ruin his reputation by doing that?

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Massachusetts Speaker of the House Sal DiMasi will resign tomorrow under an ethics cloud. He's the third Speaker to leave due to an ethics scandal. What gives with this state? Yes Jim, Since you are a Bostonian, it's the land of Ted and Barney, why are these politicians voted back in for decades? They both nauseate me and if any conservative did what both have done, they would be run out of DC in an instant. Really,really, I would like to know the answer from somebody who lives there. Why are these men such putrid fixtures? My answer to your question would be...

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Isn't universal health care a no brainer? The healthier a population is the more productive it is. What do we do with the druggies, the smokers, the alcoholics, the fried everything we eat crowd?

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My girlfriend just started her period. What do I do? Leave her alone. She'll handle things. The category you chose to place this question in is hilarious.

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So did President Obama end the war on terror? Is that a good thing? Do some of you people really think it's that easy?!! OMGosh!

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Can you recommend some good comedies that aren't generally well known? What About Bob? (It was probably "known", but can't remember how popular it was).

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What is the most comfortable shoe you've ever worn? Wolky. Worth every penny and dang cute too!

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In those shampoo adverts, they say 'because your're worth it.' but are we? are we? As opposed to buying Suave products because we aren't worth it?

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A lot of people get a hair-raising, cringing reaction to fingernails scraping on a chalkboard. What sound does that to you? Just the thought of chewing on the woodstick of a popsicle makes me feel the same way as fingernails on chalkboard. I don't know why.

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Are you happy with the thought, if only for this instant, that George W is Unemployed? I'm relieved for him. What a tough,thankless job! Everybody always telling him what to do when they know so few details (but they act as if they know all).

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Can employers refuse employees to wear wedding rings? I think so, but it would only be for those positions where safety is an issue. Rings catch on things and it can take your finger right off!

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Can Barack Obama and Tim Geithner lead the US economy out of this mess? If they approve Tim, we will all know how DOUBLE STANDARDS rule in US politics. To claim it was an "honest mistake" to not know he was suppose to pay his portion of taxes is a LIE and if it's not a lie, and he doesn't "know" the rules of being 1099'd, is this the kind of genius we need?

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Why is "Ruth's Chris" called so? I think I heard this story once before...but I think there were 2 steak houses wanting to use the name Chris's Steakhouse-so to differentiate them, one of the Chrises had a mom named Ruth and there ya go! I will not be held responsible for having the whole story straight!

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How many nights a week do you cook at home for yourself? Seriously, I cook almost every night. It's my relaxation. I have great diversity in my cravings, I can cook cross-culturally and it is usually healthier and better than most restaurants-and of course, cheaper. When I go out to eat, I usually only order things that I can't do at home. My husband is very spoiled!

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Are the issues with Iran just political fear and bullsh*t, and in reality, they are just people ,like us, just living their own lives,and culture ,the best they can? Oh, if only it were that simple! People suffer the consequences of their leaders. So that's why HOW a leader is chosen (or NOT chosen, but rather forced upon the people)and their agenda for the people is the root of many problems.

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Who are a few syndicated columnists you make it a point to read? I miss Dave Barry. Maureen Dowd-just occasionally because she is so psychotic and I can't believe she gets paid to vent for a living. Victor David Hansen-because I usually think he's pretty much right John Stossel-he surprises me sometimes with his views. And some others from time to time depending on what they state in their first paragraph.

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What's the deal with Jay Leno's chin? So it's a little on the long side- but he has good hair!

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I know this sounds crazy, but do you know of any one whose face , resembles a certain type of animal? like a cute lil puppies face, cat, rooster, anything? Obviously, you haven't received that email out there with faces of famous people and who/what else they look like. Very entertaining, but I just can't remember some exact examples to tell you about right now. Maybe it will make its way to you someday...

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Is garlic bread better with oil or butter - personally? I mix them (OLIVE oil + butter) together with fresh crushed garlic.

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What did you think of Bush's speech tonight? Do you think the line up highlighting African Americans was politically motivated or genuine? If YOU think he was "highlighting" AAs it probably says more about what's on your mind. I'm sooo tired of it. He's a genuine guy. I don't think he took racial inventory before he decided who to invite to his speech.

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How would women fight if they had no hair to pull? Long fingernails are very effective.

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Was told once I don't see the big picture! When talking about problems that have happen or can will, What Does that really mean? The 'big picture' can mean some different things in different instances. However, it usually means, whatever the issue is--don't just think about how it affects YOU alone. Or, just don't think about it in the here and now, but what will it mean about your future (what are the consequences of doing something stupid)? The big picture should make you think outside of yourself.

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Why are some people just a little bit annoying and just write the same question over and over again? Intellectually vapid.

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I recently responded to a question saying that Ann Coulter was offensive (and got down rated, might I add). Am I the only person who finds her offensive? (Let's have a real discussion without any personal attacks, please) Ann has made a unique place for herself in the world of screaming voices, so I give her credit for that. I do see why people can find her offensive, but for the most part I do not, because I know she delivers the facts. We live in a world which increasingly does not want to hear the facts. So the haters not only hate the facts, but they hate the deliverer. She's a tough lady, and since...

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Can you ever have too much mayonaise? Yes, especially if it is Miracle Whip. Why would anyone want to add sugar to mayo? So disturbing...

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Do you believe in soul mates, or think there is more than one option for everyone? I don't believe in soul mates very much and I've been happily married 29 years. I do believe some people have more of a capacity to love. They are able to love a range of others more. If people set out to find only a "soul mate" they set themselves up for failure. I do believe in general it is better to have "loved and lost than to never have loved at all".

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Does it say anywhere in the bible that atheism is wrong? Not by its readers, but by God himself? I hope you don't think the word 'atheism" is going to be found in the Bible. However, the concept is discussed throughout it. Some of the others gave you correct answers. Also, NOT to worship God means you have made an idol of something else or you are an idol to yourself.

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Having preferred to ignore all the controversy surronding gov Blagojevich and accept the nomination rather than respectfully decline, Does Roland Burris seem like a self serving selfish narcasistic person unconcerned with the peoples will All politicians are. He's just another. They love the perks.

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In regards to the war on Gaza, what do you think of this link? http://english.aljazeera.net/focus/war_on_gaza/2009/01/200917111341829322.html Anything from aljazeera is sooooooo biased as to not be worth reading.

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I'm 14. 6 foot 2 inches. 156 pounds. I dont think I'm overweight but I have 3 roles when I sit down and when I dont have a shirt on I look a little chubby. Without a shirt on you'd never know. Do I just need to do crunches or do I need to lose some weight I don't think you are overweight either. When you sit down, rolls are normal. WHAT you eat and how much exercise you get makes a difference in how much fat you have even though you don't look fat. Get off the computer, go do something active and don't eat a bag of chips and a coke with cookies for lunch.

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What is a good healthy breakfast cereal? Grapenuts.

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Who would you like to nominate for the Nobel Peace Prize today? Benjamin Netanyahu (sp?).

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What is the chance of a mother getting her son back into her custody after being involved in a child abuse case where the child was taken into custody by the police. Does my brother have a good chance of getting his son since he was not with the mother. This is probably not going to be have a quick solution. Once the state gets involved there are usually a lot of hoops to get the child back. For the sake of simplicity, let's say the mother is undeniably unfit, your brother will have to prove to the court that he is fit and he will have to prove that he no longer has a relationship with the mother. If drugs are involved, he's going...

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Orange Juice: Pulp, No Pulp, Calcium, No Calcium, Vitamin D. What's your flavor? Lots. I do actually like to almost have to chew my OJ!

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I'm REALLY not a breakfast person, I never have time, are Slim Fast shakes a good way to tide myself over until lunch? Something in the morning is better than nothing-for your health and alertness, not to mention many people who don't eat in the morning have bad breath (even if they brushed their teeth). Ugh.

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Why are the prostitutes who hang around truck stops referred to as "lizards"? Also because their skin is usually leatherlike from hard living. They been "rode hard and put down wet..."

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What are some unique subcultures or urban tribes seen in today society? tweekers, skateboarders, mall rats, stepford/plastic surgery wives, gottahavethelatesttechnologytribe, nevergonnagrowuptribe, so many...

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I'm going to take away all but 3 of your spices (and you can keep the salt and pepper). What 3 would you choose? cumin,ginger,basil

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Why can't I master rice? Never used a cooker in my life! #1 Whatever pan you are using must distribute heat evenly (no cheap aluminum pan) and the lid must seal (no steam escaping). Follow the water to rice ratio. Bring it to a BOIL, then put the lid on and turn it to simmer. NEVER take a peek, yu ruin the trapped steam. Set a timer for suggested time. When timer goes off, Let the rice set 5 more min w/o lifting the...

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I'm making peanut butter cookies and my first batch is crumbling apart and i want to know how to fix the rest before cooking? Refrigerate the dough for an hour. If the dough is crumbly when you shape the cookie, you're going to have crumbly cookies. I'd add more PB for a richer cookie...and I'm thinking you made these from scratch. If not, then I don't know how to fix them.

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How can i stand up to a 10 year-old girl bullie if im a shy 11 year-old Just ask her, "Are you mean because you're ugly or are you just trying to get my attention because I'm cute?" She won't know how to answer you and be confused on what to do about it.

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How to learn the art of telling a joke as to make people laugh real hard (face-to-face)? My jokes really are funny but I think I have a problem with the way I tell them. Any remarks please? Video answers are also welcomed. It has to do with timing, the look in your eyes, the look on your face, your body language, your tone. Really funny people make it look easy because it comes more naturally, but you can hone the skills if you have the basics.

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Why do people ask questions on AB if they don't intend on coming back to read the answers? They have trouble with commitments or take them lightly!

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What will confirm that you are losing your memory? When you look in the mirror and wonder who that is.

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About 2 days ago I noticed a hard lump inside the lip of my vagina and its just a little smaller than a marble.I am very scared.It feels a bit sore.I'd rather not go to anyone about it unless it is very serious and something to really be worried about. !? Wherever there are hair follicles, a zit can happen. You'll know within a week if it is diminishing. Ouch!

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We are trying to recover from X-mas and a hard time financially that put us in some unexpected debt recently... My son's 16th birthday is in a few weeks and being that we have to be really careful right now... What are some ideas for his big day? Depending on how social he is (my son was/is). He was perfectly happy to have a group of friends over for all you can eat pizza and grilled food of all kinds and desserts. At home is better because they can make all the noise they want, play music loud, etc. It still cheaper to make lots of food at home and take plenty of pictures for posting later. Make it fun!

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Do you have any secret recipes that uses soda pop? Just google. I make a 7-Up cake and I know there is a Coca-Cola cake and Coke BBQ sauce.

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Why do so many people flock to Joel Osteens church?When the Man doesnt preach what the word of God says.Is it cause he tells them what they want to hear instead of the truth?Christians only please. Because he's cute and he's happy. When I channel surf I only can watch him for a few minutes because he never seems to get into the "meat" of the gospel. He sounds like he constantly gives milk. Some can only handle that, which is fine, but I'm beyond that since I've sat under powerful Bible teachers.

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What cheap/thrifty thing do you do to save money? See my answer for some of my penny pinches. Pressing small soap pieces back into one usable ball. Using 1/2 dryer sheet per load.

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Name an unskilled job that is physically hard, dirty, and generally holds little social prestige? Watch Mike Rowe on Dirty Jobs on Discover TV. He covers about all of them.

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WHATS WRONG WITH MY SKIN? ITS REALLY PATCHY AND FOUNDATION WILL NOT COVER IT . IT DIRES INTO THE SHAPE OF THE PATCHES. THIS IS REALLY ANNOYING AS I AM A TEENAGER. First you have to take care of balancing out your skin before you apply foundation. Go to the mall and talk with the girl at a cosmetic counter. A good one knows how to analyze your skin and then make recommendations. Just listen and learn even tho you may not be able to afford right away, but maybe start with one product that will tackle the biggest "problem". Later you can add...

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If i borrow $50k to buy equipment is the borrowed $50k I spend on the new equipment a business expense/cost? I can claim depreciation. I do pay tax on the repayments of the loan as it is considered income received. That equipment becomes an asset, so it is treated differently than a straight expense that has no lasting value. Example, a truck is an asset which can be depreciated, but the fuel (expense) has no long-term value and is treated differently from the truck. If this is your first time in business, at least read a book on basic accounting methods.

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What are some home remedies for strep? Don't do "home remedy" for strep. You must get an antibiotic and if you don't---strep does damage to your heart valves and it is serious.

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I would like to invite a group of friends to join me for brunch at the 'Four Seasons' for my _0-th birthday. How do I word the invitation so that there is no confusion that each person is paying for their own meal? If it's your 20th, say something like "no host" restaurant birthday gathering. If it's your 30th and older, don't plan one unless you can cover the bill.

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What supermarket in your town/city has the best prices? Winco.

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My toddler will get out of his bed about 30 in ten min. with going to bed at night. How can i correct this? WHY is he getting out of bed? Here's what I did, I made sure all of his needs were met. Then I had a hinge lock on the outside of his door, so that he could not walk out, but I could look in. I let him look at books, play with Legos (in the dark, but he had fairly bright nite lite)until he was exhausted. After he fell asleep, I would unlock the door before I went to bed. He was born a...

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How do u deal with step children Well, treat them like the little human beings they are. They were part of the package you married, you can't change your mind now (well, you can, but that's a whole other topic). Your question needs to be more specific. How old are they? Are they behaving normally or not? Are they disrespecting you or not? What is the specific issue?

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Why would God spend the entire Old Testament telling people there's only one of Him, then in the New Testament reveal that there's actually 3? If one has really studied the OT He does not "spend the entire" OT saying there's one Him. Genesis 1:26-"Let US make man in OUR image, according to OUR likeness..." Why are the words US and OUR used? And that's just a beginning of the way a student of the Bible comes to understand that trinity of Godhead.

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They said that egg yolks were bad for you, now I think they say that theyre ok, which is it? ( Don't guess, eggsperts only please!) Eat the egg. It's a perfect protein and easily digested. Just don't eat a dozen a week along with 6 burgers a week, y'know.

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I have had H-pylori bacteria problem for a while, and have been treated on two separate occasion with 2 different kinds of antibiotic but with no result. As a matter of fact the problem have worsen. I have also been on medication with all kinds of drugs I think the Dr. might be guessing what your issue is because a lot of intestinal problems are symptoms of other things. Try another antibiotic that will be effective or that you aren't resistant to. I think H-pyl is often the cause of ulcers. Make sure you find the doctor that really can help you.

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Farting every hour, this is too much farting in one day? For a male, to be expected. For a female, it was probably the burrito.

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Do you own a mortar and pestle? Are they just for decoration or do you use them? How often and for what kind of cuisine? You use it for exactly the same things I use it for. Do you add salt with your garlic for extra grinding power and it draws out garlic juice for more potency?

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What is the best method for washing a ball cap? Fill a sink with warm bubbly laundering soap and water. Put the hat in there upside down. Make sure the soapy water is passing thru and all around the cap. Let it soak for awhile to get all that nasty perspiration off the cap. Then drain the sink, refill with fresh warm water and rinse-let the hat soak again. Drain, rinse under running water one last time. Then go outside with that hat and...

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Jesus of Nazareth was widely known as Jesus Christ. Is Christ the same person with Jesus of Nazareth or is He someone else Whose name was given to Jesus? Christ is not a last name. It is a title. Does that help?

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Do you love the Drake? Hate the Drake! I think he kept the wedding gift even tho they canceled it. Am I remembering correctly?

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Barack the Magical Negro...http://www.alternet.org/blogs/peek/50979/... Your thoughts? The "Magic Negro" phrase was not coined by Limbaugh. It was written in an article by the LA Times-a very liberal newspaper and it was referring to Obama. This goes back months ago---way before the election. It's such an old story, I can't remember the whole context. However, it's the old double standard thing. You gotta ask yourself, who and for what purpose are they...

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What is jiamaca? Its an ingredient in a recipe I have but i dont know what it is? It's often associated with Mexican produce. It kinda looks like a beige big turnip. You peel off the tough skin and underneath is white and crunchy and slightly sweet. If it is not as fresh as it should be, it will taste a little earthy. Fresher=sweeter. I love it with lime and salt.

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What can you eat / take with asparagus to stop the urine smell? Nothing I know of. Just flush real fast. Did you hear that line referring to this issue on the movie ELF? LOL. Not all humans have this problem with asparagus because of the way they metabolize it, but the majority do.

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What is the healthiest vegetable to include in your diet? If you can only pick one-make it broccoli.

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That guy applying for the leader of the RNC sent out that CD with songs about Barack Obama and others. Is this what all Republicans stand for? Or is this isolated? I hope it's isolated. You have to know the story behind the song to get it. It was used prior to Obama being elected and I think it was fine then but to use it after the election is stupid. Just make sure you understand that the phrase "magic negro" was put forth by the LA Times, a very liberal newspaper. The songwriter was not using a phrase he coined.

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How can you get a 16 year old boy to want to make better grades when he is already 2 grades behind? Being 2 grades behind is already very discouraging. He probably already feels "stupid". You must find out the source of the problem, even if he's not much of a talker. The parent has to be the coach and it can be exhausting, but having an unproductive 25 yr old is even more exhausting! If he's got a learning disability-find out what it is and use the school resources to get...

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What is the difference between feeling sorry for someone and feeling compassion for them? Hopefully, compassion would motivate one to DO something for them. Give help, money, food, etc if you can. Feeling sorry is just that---a feeling.

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What did you think of the movie Religioulous? Bill is one of the saddest, angriest, most bitter people I see on TV. I saw some lengthy clips of the movie. He found the oddest, weirdest people as examples of some form of the "religious". He doesn't have the courage to have a discussion with well-studied, normal, thoughtful, intelligent Christians. The movie was a flop.

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I'm only 15. And half the time i want to end my life. i know I'm depressed, but i haven't gotten help, i don't know how. I live only for the very few people who would miss me if i was gone. but i can't keep living like this. so what now? please help. You're are right. You are ONLY 15. You have only experienced a small part of what life has to offer. It's too early to quit! You need to talk to the ones who will miss you about how you feel. You need to let someone help become your champion. You must bring some kind of joy to others. Don't throw that away. Check out www.troubledwith.com. Start somewhere to help others to help you.

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Vanilla beans are difficult to find in my area of the country, they're also prohibitively expensive on my income. Can anyone give me a substitution guide for pure vanilla extract compared to vanilla beans? Do you have a Trader Joe's or World Market? Stores like those usually carry a pure powdered/dry vanilla. The flavor is intense and it can be used in a recipe where cooking is not necessarily needed. Vanilla in an alcohol-type base usually has to be cooked out. I love the stuff and a little goes a long way.

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Whats the best way to cook scrambled eggs If you don't use butter, bacon grease is also delicious to cook the eggs in. Just a little in a nonstick pan. Never high heat. Mine are very fluffy because I watch them and push the edges into the center as they are cooking until nothing more runs. They are tender and no brown overcooked off flavors. Over cooked eggs smell like hair burning-yuck.

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Is coffee better kept in the freezer, fridge, or at room temperature? And does it change depending on if it's ground or whole bean? Cowgirl covered most of it, but I use whole beans which means you have to have your own grinder (mine is a burr grinder). Do not use the grinder in the store, it's tainted with too many other flavors-yuck. I only buy about one-two week's coffee at a time, so my beans are always fresh for the best flavor. You will notice the difference! Enjoy.

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Is wax paper another way of saying baking paper? I'd be careful. I'd think they meant baking parchment-no wax on it. But you may be able to use either one depending on what you are doing. The wax will cook off in the heat and you will smell it but not taste it.

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How do you apply nail polish and make it look really pretty? Not all nail polishes are created equal. Some are just streakier than others-and it's not relative to price. So try different brands and a steady hand.

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What causes leg cramps? I know do you? Lactic acid build up, electrolyte imbalance, heredity, low salt, what else? Do tell!

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If you saw your dog turn into a large bunny, what would you do? Throw away that package of mushrooms I had just eaten.

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What mailing lists should a well-informed Republican subscribe to? I think you want to spy on Repubs. You'll have to waterboard me in order to part with those news sites.

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Why do all rich people go to Hell? Is it because of HOW they got their money, what they did with it, what they didn't do with it, or just for having it? All rich people are not going to Hell. The Bible does not make a blanket stmt like that. If you are talking about the parable of the rich young ruler it is because when Jesus asked him to follow him, the rich ruler was unable to part with his wealth. Jesus understood how we can value our wealth more than Him and we need to be aware of that. Of course ill-gotten, unshared money is of no value...

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IS IT PROPER TO SEND A CHRISTMAS CARD TO SOMEONE WHO HAS LOST A FAMILY MEMBER THAT YEAR? ESPECIALLY send a Christmas card to let them know you are thinking of them and their loss and mention it. Don't pretend as if it's just a typical holiday for them.

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Ladies - do you feel ugly without makeup? Plain,yes. Ugly,no.

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Some voted for Obama because he is black; some voted for him because he is not Bush; did anyone listen to the issues? I like your question, but I don't think we'll ever know the real answer to it because no one will admit to either if they have half a brain.

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Book lovers: what is this? (see image in answer) Page separator for when you spilled your sticky drink while you were reading?

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I LOVE the twilight series!!!!! do you? I lived in the neighborhood of the school where it was filmed. I drove by it everyday. I had no idea what a big following the series had. I guess I'll have to see it just to spot the locales. I'm not going to say where it is because it's a small, beautiful town in WA and I'm not sure if the credits mention where it is.

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I need a telephone that records conversations. (I'm going thru a divorce and people are threatening me.) I'd like it to make digital recordings that I can transfer to my computer, but if such a machine is too costly, it can also work with cassete tapes In some states that is illegal to do without notification to the party and would be inadmissible in court. See if it applies to your state.

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Folk or Bluegrass? Bluegrass..the harmonies, the fiddles. I think it was Nicklecreek that got me started.

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Do you believe in "love" and "marriage"? To me, love is an emotional terror and marriage is a trap. Do you believe in it? Love and marriage is work because it's a relationship between two imperfect people. However, the rewards are like no other if each takes the time to invest in the other. You see each other at their best and at their worst. That's the truth...some people "can't handle the truth". Been married for 29 years. Still learning... Oh, by the way, you are missing out on...

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At what age does a baby have the 1st teeth? Some get them as early as 3 mos, some much later like 6 mos. or later. Later is better when you are nursing...

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What should I do? I was remarried 6 months ago after a nasty divorce with my ex. I have a 4 year old son that my new wife initially loved and cared for. Now, she resents him and wants nothing to do with him. I love my wife, but I can't live like this :( Better to recognize your mistake sooner rather than later and fix it. Do not make a baby with her. I think all the other advice is pretty good. You and your son's relationship is more important. She better get on board or it's time to shove off. We are talking about a child who needs security in his life-not a selfish bi-otch who was only pretending...and you know it.

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Want to see how much the bailouts are costing us compared to other historic US government expenditures (adjusted to today's dollar)? See attached graphs. That's interesting. So, are we "helping" ourselves in the short term but hurting ourselves for the long term?

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If God is so good and loving, why does He allow evil? How does one recognize evil without first acknowledging good?

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Tell me how you know God exists? If you don't believe in God, how do you know He doesn't exist? I guess the same way people can look at every beautiful and fantastic thing around them and in the universe and give credit to infinite molecules and genes and cells and mutations and adaptations, etc. etc. for being so molecular, genetic, adaptable, etc.

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What is one reason why Fidel Castro grew a beard? To hide his weak chin?

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What is the average weight for a 11-year-old girl that is 4'11 and plays tennis 2 times a week yearly? About 90 lbs. Been there, done that.

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How do we get through christmas whilst the children are in care,the children are 2 and 3. Are you saying they were taken from you by the state or child protective service-types? If so, then you need to spend Christmas thinking about what steps you will take to get your children back and how you will change your life in order to be proper parents. You may need to ask for a lot of help to do this. If drugs are involved, you know what you have to do. Good luck!

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My ex mother in law tells my children things like she will stick a needle in there tongues and cut them off,and also tells them they are horrid,she doesnt like me so shes being nasty to them what can i do about this?Is this child abuse? Are you standing there when she says those kind of things?!! I would be out of there so fast with the kids w/o a second thought. Tell your husband his mother is mental and needs some kind of help and the kids cannot visit until she can be nice. Period.

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I am SUPER sarcastic, and my guy says I'm mean to people when I talk. I say that people just don't know how to take me and if they get offended that's too bad. What do you think? I find sarcasm/irony quite humorous. HOWEVER, I married a guy who was raised to think that it was rude and "smarty pants". Hey, we laughed a lot in my house as a kid and his family didn't seem to laugh that much. Anyway, I have had to tone it WAAAY down. Some people are just really hurt by it and don't get. Notice my avatar? Anyway, if you want to stay with this guy and...

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When driving thru Ariz & NM as soon as you come up to a line of trucks one quickly pulls out in front of you to slowly pass another truck . You are the only car on the road,no one behind you. This happened many times. Why wouldn't they wait til you passed Ok, I'll revive this question for the upcoming holiday drivers. For a truck to downshift and try to gain momentum is a BIG deal if they are loaded. Most truck drivers are professional, but sometimes the newbies are a bit awkward going through the gears. Just get OUT of the truck's way as much as possible. It's much easier for a car to accelerate and decelerate and maneuver....

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In tv series House, M.D., the team occasionally breaks into patients houses; legally, do they have any grounds to do that, even with a medical necessity for diagnosis? Remember, it's only a TV show for entertainment purpose only. Any similarity to reality is only a coincidence. Do not make your own medical diagnosis from this show.

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How can i get custudy of my grandson social services have been called on the mother twice in florida she has ran both times they now live with me but i am affraid she will take him and leave again and put him in the same situation again drugs were involve Did child protective services ever fill out a report of their findings? Who gave the kids to you for now? You must contact the state in order to get the ball rolling. Without legal protection, she most certainly can come by and get them anytime. You have to have legal rights to adopt them, etc. in order for her to only see them on certain terms under certain conditions. You also might have...

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How tall is Randy Newman? Go to celebrityheights.com

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I just watched Travel And living channel and they showed this restaurant serving Pizza pies ! It looks really good ! Have you eaten it ? somewhere in America. Go to Travel Channel website. Those places are usually in Chicago or NY.

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Ever had a meal with too much flavor? Never! Love curries, spicy Asian, Mexican, etc. and I can cook them all for myself. I wouldn't know how to survive on bland food. (Is that Cat Stevens?)

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My girlfriend tells me im too innocent, what does she mean by that? and what does gimp mean? She sounds like she might be a little too quick with the mild insults. Make sure she offers you a lot more positive input rather than negative. This can be a learning experience about what kind of girlfriend you want to have-one who is encouraging to you or one who annoys you?

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We just bought a brand new house and noone has lived in it. My shower on my second restroom doesnt seem to have hot water. Little water is coming out except for the cold side. What could the problem be if this house is brand new Look for the obvious first. If you have access to the actual hot/cold turn on knobs-like under the sink, etc. make sure they are both turned on. If the shower knob is a single one that mixes the hot + cold, you might have to pull off the knob and set the mix. Before calling a plumber, I would contact the builder and agent who sold you the home for proper recourse before you have to pay a plumber.

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Several times a week I sit in the parking lot before heading home & bawl my eyes out for I have nothing to go home to. What's your secret? 1) Put a nice air freshener in your car that makes you feel happy. Like vanillaroma... 2) Have ready that CD that has the songs that you just can't help but feel happy when you hear them... 3) Take a few deep breaths and smile (smile affects you biologically) 4) When you get home, keep the mood happy and maybe you need a kitty, even if you don't think you like cats.

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Why doesn't honey spoil? Nope. But do not contaminate it by dipping into the jar of it with a utensil that has bits of something else on it. You know, like peanut butter or butter.

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Do you think that "first ladies" should receive a paycheck for being "first lady", there is talk of it? Pay the President more. It will incur less payroll taxes if only one collects. Then he can pass more of it her way-tax free! Then she truly can be the hostess with the mostest.

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So Obama asked Rick Warren to give the Inaugural invocation. (You know, the guy who was quoted as saying "LGBTs will get rights when WE are ready to give them, just like blacks and women.") What's the best way to let Obama know this is a terrible choice A bold move in recognition that the US is still full of religious people of good will and not run (yet) by the small but intolerant VOCAL minorit(ies) (and I ain't talkin' about skin color). I can feel the negatives tallying now...

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What do Rod Blagojevich, Tony Rezko, Jeremiah Wright, Michael Phleger, Rahm Emanuel, Bill Ayers, Bernadine Dohrn, Frank M. Davis, James Meeks, Emil Jones, and Rashid Khalidi have in common? Mr. Obama does NOT know any of them.

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I have decided to get an abortion. this decision really upsets me, but i dont think I can carry the baby to full term then adopt out. Can anyone offer me some words of advice or comfort? I think you'll like yourself better over the many years ahead if you do something more noble for that child. Having a baby is not the end of the world. Your life will not be over. If your community offers a Christian pregnancy counseling center, please check them out. Most of the time the women that help runs these places do it because they made the wrong decision once in their life and...

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How do you discipline a 12 year daughter would not be afraid to call the police if she where spanked? Well,based on what she did, the police might be glad to show up and give her a talking to. However, tell her going into temporary foster care is no picnic and explain how much would she like to live with complete strangers for awhile if child protective services take over.

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Someone has asked ABers to explain God in one word...I said "omniscient" and it was downrated. What are your thoughts? Welcome to AB, where down rating happens to opinions for no real reason other than those kind of people do not know how to respect another opinion that does not line up with theirs. It can be immaturity, pig-headedness, or the squirming atheist. Just have fun. There's lots of other good people on this site.

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Is Jewish ancestry passed down maternally or paternally? Or either/both? Maternal.

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Someone had told me that Judaism looks down on/forbids tattoos. Is there any truth to this? Yes. Leviticus 19:28 (Old Testment)

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Noam Chomsky asserts that Washington used the Contras to push the Nicaraguan government towards relying on Soviet help. Is this true? How much Noam Chomsky have you read? He has a certain agenda that he consistently follows. So, research other writers and perspectives on what he is suggesting-then you decide.

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Been divorced for two years, had contact with kids ,but not physical,ex past away four months ago and just found out, inlaws were hiding it from me,and have the kids,telling them its my fault, trying to get them back,how do i confront my kids 10 and 13 First of all, you are not needing to CONFRONT your children. They are the victims in this. It's probably the adult ex-in-laws you need to confront, but politely. You have to WIN your kids over to you. It may take longer than you want, but you must not give up. Remember their birthdays, send them a card, arrange a phone call. And do not make promised you can't keep. You have to be...

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What new testament passage says we should set aside jewish dietary laws and be able to eat shellfish? Would really like to know so I can look it up in my Bible. Thanks in advance. Paul's vision in Acts 11-what God has declared clean no longer consider unholy and Romans 14-one man has faith that he may eat all things...read the whole context.

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Am I the only one absolutely annoyed with the packs of teenage girls which cruise the mall (or walmart) giggling and sounding ignorant incessantly? Am I wrong to want to surgically remove their vocal cords? It's their right of passage to be annoying. Most teenagers are to some degree, esp. if they are in a pack. Were you never a teenager? C'mon, give them a break.

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How do I center the page on my Lexmark 2500 printer? It is too far to the right. Did you go to their website? lexmark.com is full of useful info.

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Why is the book, "The Last Lecture" so well-known? I hear it's good, so I've GOT to read it myself, but I want to know what it's like... It's one of those stories about the brilliant guy, fairly young, who has a terminal disease and has time to share it with others so that they may be encouraged and never give up. Something like that. I read an interview of his, but I didn't read his lecture. He has now passed away.

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Are travel narratives intellectual drivel? Or are they vicarious adventure?

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Somebody adopted a cute indian baby, the reservation is now taking the baby back. Now the birth mother isn't fit to take care of her children, and all will end up going to a foster home on the reservation.. is this right? Indians usually have some kind of sovereignty over adoptions of Indians. For example, in the 2 states i have lived in, if a child who has any bit of Indian blood and is registered with the tribe, enters the foster system, the state must include the tribal representatives about any decisions made about the long-term care of the child. The Indians usually want placement with other Indians so...

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When I was younger I was Raped & Molested by 5 Older male Cousins. that was about 15 years ago and I only date women but am Extremely sexually Attractive to men why is that when my sexual experience with men was so painful. Your cousins probably had the same thing done to them. There are homosexuals (not so "gay)") who are abusive and subversive because they are very confused sexually. You were young and vulnerable. From that point on your sexuality was ruined. It burns in your brain so deep that it cannot be erased. Good counseling will probably help, but this has to be "puked out" to...

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If someone sexually assaulted (raped) you and then you were allowed to ask them 1 question afterwards and they would have to answer you truthfully, what would you ask? How did your sexuality get so tweaked with your anger?

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I AM A DRIVERS HELPER, AND IT'S BEEN A MONTH AND ONE WEEK WITHOUT A CHECK, BUT I ONLY GOT PAID FOR 9 DAYS OF TRAINING. WHAT CAN I DO? Speak up to payroll or "human resources". Whoever told you you were hired should be able to help you find out where your paycheck is. Now be bold and go ask...unless you misunderstood that is was a volunteer position!

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Why does my boss ask questions he knows the answer to? I fwd a msg from an empty desk,he asks "are you helping me get msgs from this machine?". "Yes". "Great!" I put a fax on his desk he asks "did you bring this fax to me?" It is only he & I in the office That would be because he is of the male persuasion plus I think he thinks out loud.

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Any theist approach to God that is based on compassion for one's fellow humans, doing no avoidable harm and living in harmony with the rest of Creation is spiritually valid, despite one's chosen path (if any). True or false in your opinion? Sounds a little wishy-washy. What do we do with issue of sin?

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Most people think Jesus died on the cross, but why do Muslims think he ascended into the air, literally? Why did the story change for them? For a lot of reasons. But briefly, Muslims believe that Jesus was just another prophet-not God incarnate. To believe that Jesus died and resurrected would mean that there is no Allah and the prophet Mohammed has no message. This is a very short answer to a very loaded question.

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Evoloution?How does nothing make something? Dear JL, Don't you know we are all a cosmic accident? We came out of the soupy biological mire after the big bang and billions and billions of years (like Carl Sagan said). We are just the sum of our biology. Nothing more and nothing less. And it's all so provable that for you to even question it shows how pathetic you are! NOT!!! But take some of MrJosh's advice. Study how...

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What do you think of my home-made tree topper? (see answer for pic) Great- if you like spaghetti and meatballs staring at you!

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Why do Republicans, despite being in the minority, lead in the top 10 most embarrassing elected members of Congress? Ummm, I can tell by reading the article that embarrassment is in the eye of the writer. There are so many pathetic examples that if the writer did a top 25 the Dems might make up a majority at that point. A useless "statistic".

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Would you kiss a perfect stranger? Depends on what type of kiss.

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Should I leave my job in the army when my tour is over. I have been seriously contemplating become a contractor(mercenary) in Iraq. I was approached by some high ranking US officers, who offered me the job which means I would get $200,000 a year. You must be a warrior. Thank you. We need them. Are you married with children? If so, please take out a very huge insurance policy just in case. And your wife must be a warrior supporter-no hesitation.

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What kind of music do you listen to when you're sad, depressed, or upset? Counting Crows- August and everything after

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What are the best pots and pans to buy. I don't care about price? I use different brands for different jobs. I was disappointed with Calphalon (esp for the price). I've been happy with Farberware, Scanpan, a few others and must have a good, seasoned cast iron pan. Never buy cheap aluminum and always learn about the cladding materials and what conduct heats evenly the best.

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I had an abusive father who was more of a mad-man then a parent and his harrasment has left a mark on my life ! i am 22 now and living in peace in my own home but the evil he did with me and others still haunts me. what can i do to avenge this phyco? Avenging him means you are still thinking way too much about him and he still has power over you. Ath and crimp gave you good advice. He's a bad man. He will never likely be anything else. Accept that. Where was your mother in all this? She might be just as bad (weak) as he for letting it happen. You get on with your life. You can't change your past, but you can change your future....

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Have you put your Christmas tree up this year? Not this year for the first time ever! I'm boycotting because I had to move from beautiful SW Washington state which is loaded with "Christmas" trees year round back to desert-like conditions due to the economy. I will not do a tree until I get to return!!!

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If your child does something wrong, like be rude or hit their sibling, etc. do you force them to give an apology, even if they say they are not sorry? I wouldn't want to force them to lie, but how else do you teach them the correct behavior? I don't like insincere apologies. They mean nothing to me. However, the offending child must do something nice for the offended. Like serve him his lunch, put his laundry away, etc.,until he is ready to apologize with sincerity.

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House fans: Does it freak you out to hear Hugh Laurie speak in his natural accent (without his American accent)? I find it entertaining when he speaks his 'native tongue' but the whole time I'm listening I'm thinking he's putting us on!

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I need some ideas for movies to watch, they have to be out on DVD, maybe a couple years old that i probably either never saw or haven't seen in a while. Any Ideas / Favorites? For humor- What About Bob? One of my goofy favorites. For so many reason- The Elephant Man (with Anthony Hopkins)

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My 26-year old son still won't take responsibility for taking out the trash or keeping his bathroom picked up. Dad's on his side. HELP!!! Another idea...hire someone to clean what he doesn't and make sure you can collect from him-in fact, collect in advance.

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Why do i have a lisp? i am a 15 year old girl that's a sophomore in high school. i have a lisp and i don't know how to make it stop. people bring it up to me all the time, and my friends try to help me say words right. when ever there's a S in anything i It might be the way your teeth are aligned. Ask the school about seeing a speech pathologist. This can be helped. Don't be afraid to ask the school and be persistant.

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What can you do for a severe abscessed tooth that is draining into the throat? My grandmother is on antibiotics, but is there anything else she can do at home that will speed the healing? Has she seen a dentist/oral surgeon? This is serious and can be deadly. The amount of bacteria will gross you out---my bro in law is an oral surgeon. You must not ignore this.

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Is drinking a glass of wine everyday really good for your heart? Only if you pour it in a nice wine glass. Sit down to drink it with a friend/spouse and relax for a few.

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Help!!!! I am divorcing after one year of marriage. We have a two year old daugther. I recently found out I was pregnant with our second child and he and his family all want me to get an abortion. What should I do?? I don't know how to feel. Where's your family or a close friend to help you with a decision? His family sounds pretty nasty and biased. A good church would love to help you and point you in the right direction for resources.

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Is it okay to put a coffee mug in a toaster oven to reheat something? Yup. It will work. Just remember to grab the mug handle with a hot pad!!

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I only have a little more ways to go..should I keep on Truckin'? Keep goin'...as long as you are not mething around.

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If the Bible is the only truth and open to be interpreted by the individual believer, why are there like 500 different churches all claimming to speak the truth? Where do you get the idea that it is "open to be interpreted by the individual"? That's a can of worms right there. There is a methodology to Bible study and one has to read the full counsel of God, not just a few sentences here and there (and not just once).

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My son is 4 weeks old. my breast milk is low. I just get 2 ounce from both sides when I pump. Is it ok? Or Is there any way to increase the milk supply? You need to be eating well and drinking plenty of liquids. Keep pumping but also put him to the breast more if necessary to encourage production. Lots of info on websites. Don't give up.

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Which show do you prefer Seinfeld or Frasier? Guess.

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Nepal has legalized same-sex marriage and some say China is next. How does this make you feel? This fits in real good with China's birth policy.

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Britney Spears is singing live on british tv tonight on x-factor. Has she recovered from her problems? Cute as a teenager, but now she's a mom and she is pretending she's not. She still needs to feel the love rather than give the love.

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Found this cool site where you can listen to music online for free. Just type in artist and it will find a radio station which is currently playing him! www.pandora.com u like? I l-o-v-e Pandora.com. Often listen at same time I'm on AB.

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Should all moms(or moms 2 b) breast feed their children?what would happen if u didn't? Just do it if you can. You won't regret it. Plus I found it very convenient not having to wash bottles,etc.

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Doesnt it seem that AB either brings out the best or the worst of a person? In a word, yes. Good question.

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Playing dead when confronted by a bear is a good idea, is it also helpful in business meetings? Only when you are leading the meeting and realize you have no idea what you are talking about. It would be doing all attendees a favor.

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I want to be a case worker after college [find homes for fosters and orphans, check on homes, interview potential parents] and i want to know what job i can do at 16 where i get paid to get ready for that..? You should start looking for internships/volunteer work related to that field. ET-11's idea is good too. Start asking around your friends and family and your school counselor might have good resources where you can inquire about a job or helping.

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If a wife cheat on you several times in a marriage and each time . yall get back together she says she loves you. It works out a few years then here she goes again. Do she love me or I need to wake up.please apply to this question . I need many inputs. She is probably a needy woman. The more approval she can garner from other men, the more it reassures her that she is "wanted". These issues tend to run real deeply. One man for her is good to have on standby, but it really won't fill the void for constant "am I desirable" questions circling in her head.

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How do you feel when you ask a question that you are really seeking some advice on and someone calls you liar and it feels like you are being attacked rather than helped? Sometimes they way things are written/asked get misconstrued. Calling the "asker" a liar seems useless and immature. Rephrase your question and sometimes adding a note that says "I'm serious" helps people to know you are sincere.

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Why do men think "Jackass" (the movies and shows) is so funny? I would watch my husband's face when ever he would stop while channel surfing. He just couldn't help himself laughing like junior high boys. I think the show was just an excuse for Stevo to parade his hairless butt around and see how many experiments he could perform on his huevos.

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This sounds odd, but whenever I hear the hoover going, I get angry! I just want to punch a wall. But the second it stops, I'm no longer angry. It's really weird. Does anybody else find this happens to them? Maybe you hate housework? Or the tone of the Hoover is like fingernails on a chalkboard to your ears.

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Have you ever felt like laughing in a middle of an argument? I know it's weird, but it happens to me sometimes, and I don't know why. Am I the only one? Yes, I have done this and if often bewilders the other person who has not yet come to recognize how ridiculous the argument has become (which you did and that's what made you laugh). It used to derail my spouse and sometimes it would actually make him madder, so be careful...but I didn't mean to have that happen.

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I am 5'6 and weigh 143. i have been disquested with myself for the past few months i want to be 123. recently i eat under 200 calories in 2 days, and i hate eating, i eat once every 2-3 days and what i eat is very light. am i developing a eating disorder? Yes, you could be developing an eating disorder like anorexia. There's normal dieting to lose weight and then there's anorexia which really is a mental/emotional issue and you will need professional help. You probably have control issues. Let me tell you something right now, my sister-in-law used to be anorexic in her teens. She is now in her fifties and still has food issues (but...

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Do you have to have your music up so loud? Certain songs at certain times based on certain emotions. No other way will do.

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When you catch a kid staring at you, do you make a face/give them a dirty look or do you smile nicely and/or say hello? I look back at them with a comical look until they realize I am playing a game with them.

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Why is my cat licking her butt nonstop? She had some diarrhea yesterday and so I washed her butt with a drop of dawn dish soap.nothing else would get it off! Now she won't stop licking her butt hole...digging her face in. Did I get soap She wanted to take care of her "chode"- being the responsible cat that she is, but you beat her to it. She is now letting you know that next time she will handle it and wants you to notice how much assistance she does not need. Just keep the food dish filled is all she requests.

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I have a cat who hates being held - she will growl and hiss, and it seems like it hurts her when I pet her. Could she have a skin condition? what should I do? I have 3 cats(all "fixed"). The 2 males are very lovable. The female is psychotic around them. She does not even want to see them. If I have petted them and not washed my hands before I touch her she will hiss, growl, etc. if she even catches one whiff of them on hands or clothing. So there's something to consider.

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Can anyone and I mean anyone seriously explain to me why people actually believed Palin was qualified for the job of VP and went along with her horrific track record regarding animal and environmental abuse? Ummm, let's see, I guess achieving Governor of Alaska counts for nothing. Based on your premise she must be a ditz, a rape and pillager of the land, and animal mgmt to keep the wolves from over running the caribou population, I guess you know better about that,too. Oh, and the voters that elected her, they don't know what they're doing either. So what else can we minimize in...

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Men always claim they prefer natural beauty, yet so many of them praise & drool over unrealistic images of celebrities, porn stars, models, etc. WhOa...I'm getting mixed signals here! So what is it that you like? I'm still trying to figure out why squeezing a flesh covered silicone/saline sack is exciting. I guess fooled by a fake is all part of the game.

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Where is the best place to surf in Washington State? Seaside on a good swell. Think Fiji with very cold water.

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Tattoos and piercing are so passe, everyone looks the same. Herd mentality? Pretty much. Too mainstream to create any mystery any longer.

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I aint sure if there is a god or heaven but i have faith and i know something greater then our selves created the world we live in. Warning...be prepared for downrates because you mentioned g-o-d.

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I'm getting really bored with my current group of friends.They aren't fun&never go out. I want to meet new people the same age group&who have similiar interests.Where can i meet people? Taking into account im in my late teens. Im joining a sports club. If you are not in school, working, or church group, etc. it will be difficult because your interaction with others your age is very limited. You probably are outgrowing your friends, which is not unusual at that age. It's the time when teens are figuring out what they want to do and where they want to go in life. Joining a sports club is a good idea and if you like other sports, adult...

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Why did Answerbag raise the minimum age to 14? Not sure, but some of the topics that crop up on this website are at least "R" rated. Some people have a need to appeal to prurient interests via this website.

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You ask your BF 6 yrs, "is the next step marriage with him"?, he says he's scared things will change (clue: his parents are divorced)....he doesnt say yes or no to your question...does this mean he has no intentions of marrying you?..you both 32 and 34... He's right! Things will change. He will have made the bold choice of making a commitment. He might have to grow and stretch. Look, you both ain't getting any younger. So, after 6 yrs of dating, if you are wanting more and not getting the answer you want, then it's time to move on. 'Thanks for the memories, but now I turn the page on this part of my life and move on to...

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What is will happen if the nutria population after the land is depleted of the nutrias' food resoures? The nutria should make a plan to evolve in order to survive or we may have to go nutria-less.

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Why the need to eroticize our children? Because innocence is not cherished or valued in our culture much anymore. Bad behavior likes to have company so that it doesn't feel so bad about itself.

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What is the best food to eat at the beach? A frozen banana dipped in fresh warm chocolate and fresh chopped peanuts.

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Wouldn't 'eternal life' in heaven be unbearably boring after 10^10^10 years? How about (graham's number) years? Still a long way from infinity. The concept of "time" is earthly. In eternity, time is not how we now know it.

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Should politicians have a 3 strikes your out rule.Three lies and your fired?(Humor is very welcomed) Politicians don't know what a lie is. And the way people keep getting reelected term after term after term after term means the voters don't know what a lie is either.

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What do you think about people congratulating themselves when they reach a new level on AB? Tacky or acceptable? Just more of a shade societal narcissism-which has become quite acceptable. "Hey, look at ME mom! No hands!" But, unless you can hear the person self-congratulate, sometimes feigned arrogance can be quite funny. Personal accomplishment w/o needing too much fanfare is more charming. Yes, let others offer you a congrats to your accomplishment. I like words of sincerity much more...

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Who would like to be the first to welcome me back from the penalty box? Maybe...but, first, what did you do to be banished to the penalty box?

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Will someone tell me why obama wont show his birth docs.? dont you think its fishy? We are not to question anything about Obama at any time for any reason or we are being judgmental and racist! Do not ask any further questions or you may be investigated. No wondering aloud allowed, either.

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Whats the difference between a hockey mom and a mass turkey murdering machine? Well.... about 15 feet apparently. (VIDEO INCLUDED) tell me what you think. (Not that gruesome but dont let the kids see it) I say let's put an abortion video on before we worry about a turkey!

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What's one word you would use to describe the belief in literal creationism? Investigative.

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Do gay couples have straight wedding planners? Why would they want a straight one? They are so good at being over the top who can compete with that?

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Do you use the "magicjack" to get phone service. If so, would you recommend it to others? Yes. I have it. It can be a little quirky, but overall it works fine. I so save lots of money. Just don't plan on using it for faxing.

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If you are homeschooling, what curriculum are you using and what are its relative merits? Why would you recommend it over others and what kids would it be best for? I home-schooled my kids 10 yrs ago. There is a ton of info out there because this movement has continued to mushroom. You should be part of a group if possible in order to share info and be part of a field trip/ play group. Curriculum should be geared to the learning style of the child and sometimes this means you can have different learning styles for ea. of your kids-so you might need to...

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A colleague has a patient with a 136 IQ, a 1350 SAT score, but he seems to have no ability to choose a path. He is twenty and has skipped two years of college. He is deciding between PHILOSOPHER, ECONOMIST, NOVELIST, or PUBLIC SPEAKER. Your choice? Because one is brilliant, does not make one disciplined. It takes disciplined to be focused. He is young. Hopefully, discipline will come with maturity, otherwise all that talent might go wasted.

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What's the deal w/ AB friends? IS there a page that talks about AB protocol without doing the Q/A dance? Should there be? I see I am not alone in doing that "Q/A" dance! So, I still am no help to you because I still resort to doing that even though it makes me feel like a real beginner. Maybe an old-timer will help you with the correct answer.

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What was the civic center of a Roman city called? Areopagus? Is that what you are looking for?

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Why does my balcony bra make my boobs look pointy? I bought a balcony bra from Victoria's Secret, and under my boobs there's extra material that makes them look pointy. I can't wear it under clothes and it looks ridiculous form the side. Is it too small? The secret is that Victoria's bras are overpriced poorly constructed bras for those with heavy breasts. They are better designed for lighter breast. Lots of other beautiful bras out there that will also do the job that they are supposed to do.

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What is wrong with making Love as often as possible and with as many as I can! I've had 5 different GF's sleep over in 5 nights. I'm Trying to catch up on 30 years of relatively sexless marriage! 30 years of sexless marriage? Now all of a sudden you are Romeo? What's wrong with this picture?

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We are deciding to do a Christmas play for our church. any ideas of good-hearted Christmas plays?? :) The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! (You might want to update some of the lines a little for today's audience-with permission.)

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What is your most politically incorrect belief/opinion? I have so many... Women will NOT resort to "back-alley" abortions if they aren't allowed to kill right up until the time of birth. (Where are these back alleys? Why do women throw their babies down the toilet (or dumpster) since abortion is so available?)

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If I bring a dessert to a dinner party and nobody eats one piece or takes one scoop, should I leave it or take it home? It depends on how well you know the host. Plan on leaving it behind unless they absolutely insist you do not. I usually know the host well enough to know who will be left to eat it when all the guests leave. In general,we usually leave some behind and take some home.

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Why do you think I feel bitter nowadays? Ummm, you keep playing over and over and over again in your mind something that you did not like that happened to you and will not get over it, you will not forgive it, and you will let that event destroy your happiness because it has power over your thoughts. So, whenever you are truly ready to release it and it may take some time, you will move on and will not keep returning to that puke.

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Can the dislike of "materialism" underlie the environmental concerns directed towards Western Society? Hey, I like this question. I wonder why it went unanswered? Basically, yes. There are real environmental concerns and there are greatly exaggerated ones because it serves a political purpose.

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Can we say that the social divide has attained it's limit? we should go for a more social system Do you mean a more socialistic system? How many times must we reinvent the wheel? We have plenty of Euro examples of socialism and I say no thanks.

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Concerning the human condition,how is instilling the feeling of guilt of any benefit to anyone? There is properly felt guilt and there is improperly felt guilt. Come on, if people never felt guilty about anything, I think we'd all have finished each other off by now. Yes, there is a right and wrong way about what we do in life. Correct guilt is a steering mechanism in order to do the better thing. Incorrect guilt does not lead to better behavior,but probably bitter behavior.

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Can war be justified? pain? In a perfect world there will be no peace. But in reality, there will always be power struggles. So I'm a realist. No head in the clouds here. There will always be aggressors and they will always be the vulnerable. That's history and it isn't going to change. War is ugly, but not defending yourself is a losing proposition. Just take a look at the schoolyard, let alone...

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What are your favorite literary works by a Russian author? Read all of Solzhenitsyn. If everyone read his works, they would appreciate what we have in the US and then be worried about where it is headed.

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Trying to find out if I am leaning toward being an Atheist. I believe religions were created to control. I believe in reincarnation, the paranormal and love the idea of quantum physics. There is no one pushing buttons up there. Love Eckhart Tolle ideas. You sound like you are trying to create your own hodgepodge of religiosity, whether you want to call it that or not. Lots of people do. I say "Why not"? because when people really never research and find out what real Christianity teaches before they flick it away based on presuppositions, then they'll "find" something alright. But ask yourself, what and why are you...

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Have you ever had those people that stand really close to you from behind when lineing in a queue? Do you do anything about it or just ignore it? I pretend that they are not invading my personal space, but I hope they wear deodorant and didn't eat something garlicky for lunch if I have to be there for long.

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When it comes to "Pole Dancing" why is it not sexy for men to do it, because they don't. Because the pole is a symbol for...you know. And besides, guys bodies are like jeeps. They weren't made for gyrating. They're too boxy.

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My 16yr old's tops are sometimes too revealing my fiance says we should take her clothes and give her more appropriate ones that are not as revealing, like baggy tshirts I'm not sure that is right I agree she should cover up more.. Yikes, this is a touchy one because your fiance should not say anything and pretend he has not noticed. This needs to come from you. I always go for the direct... "You are a lovely girl, and you have boobs, etc. Boys and male teachers will be looking a little too long at all that skin showing. So, could we look for some clothes that are a little less distracting? There are plenty of...

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What's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear 'Boston'? That accent where they don't say their "r"s. I heard this on "Cops" from a drunk who was pulled over...He was at the bah (bar) then he got in his cah (car), etc. Sorry, I'm a West Coaster and that accent is annoying. The Kennedy thing...

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Who founded the Body Shop? That British woman who just passed away and I can't think of her name right now. Someone else will soon...a consultant I'm sure. She was made a Dame...

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Would you give money to a homeless man with a sign that says, will not work for anyone but god... thank you? I might, but not until I had a discussion about the real meaning of his sign. I think he misunderstands God if he is physically and mentally able to work and doesn't.

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If you were to open a pack of baseball cards and find a card with a strand of hair from George Washington encased in it, how would you react? I would think the discoverer was suffering from ADD.

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Is religion based around God or can people have a religion without believing in God? The religion of self-worship seems to be the dominate one. So, no room for God in that one. This is not a funny. Many people set themselves up as idols and don't even realize it.

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Does God plan when we die? Or is he just a bystander who knows when we will die? If he were just a bystander, could you really worship a god like that? He knows the number of our days. If you would like book and verse just let me know by comment.

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I have just baked Toffee Cookies with my son, now that they have cooled they seem to be quite hard.. what did i do wrong? Im sure they were supposed to be kinda chewy! I hope you used real butter-not margarine and all brown sugar-no white sugar. Better to undercook than overcook for any cookie.

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What can you think of that you would deem boring, irrelevant & outdated? The term "back-alley abortion".

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What is your personal definition of boobs? Usually a man who acts like a pathetic whiner-I always consider Harry Reid (US Senator) a perfect example.

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Richard Dawkins has written: That which can be asserted without evidence, can be dismissed without evidence. Logically, is this valid? Dawkins is full of himself. Remember he is a zoologist who he speaks outside of his expertise all the time. He is probably using this logic to explain God away. However, to quote Ravi Zacharias , "The one who raises the question against God in effect plays God while denying He exists". No, I do not think it is valid in every case w/o exception.

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Do all christians believe the only way to get to heaven is through Jesus? Does that mean all jews, muslims, athiests, etc are going to hell? If you really are seeking a true and scholarly answer to that important question, you will have to go to another website or actually start finding out by attending a Bible teaching church (not one where people show up just to socialize and then live like hell the rest of the week). It so easy for people to dismiss "all religions" w/o really ever having studied ONE. Let's just...

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What would you think of me if I posted hundreds of fill-in-the-blank postings? Hundreds would be obsessive. Not good. A couple occasionally. Acceptable.

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If someone has a habit of taking too many things seriously, how can he change his habit? Usually I have found that these kind of people have a hard time accepting their flaws. They forget that everyone else has flaws, too. Everything that happens is not "about how it affects" you. First, learn to laugh at yourself. You will be at the mercy of others if they sense you do not know how to do that. Learn to laugh with (not at) others. Start there and realize how little...

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I do a lot of pills and some coke when I can get it, it isn't a good night unless my eyes roll back in my head. I have lost someone that really loved and wanted to be with me as I chose this over him. What is wrong with me? Drugs are a demon that people naively invite into their lives. Then it takes over their life and always wants more of them until it kills them. You may feel you can reason well, but you cannot. That's the deception. You LOVE the drug and nothing else. So, you need professional help. Trust me, other people know what you are up to. You aren't fooling anyone but yourself. Stop...

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Why do some people still look at the color of someone's skin when determining whether or not to date them? People are constantly "measuring" physical things about another person to date, skin color is just one of them. However,that one might carry more "weight" in terms of serious long-term commitment because in some areas "mixed" couples, and I'm not talking just about b/w, are stared at and pre-judged unfairly. And, to be real, different skin colors might mean...

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Have you had Mohs surgery and how was the experience for you? I have surgery in a couple of weeks and am afraid of the disfigurement. Well, I see you didn't get a response until now. I'm surprised. I actually would like to know how it went for you. Almost exactly 1 yr ago I developed a fast growing melanoma right on the rim of my lower eyelid-so of course I notice immediately there was a problem. Took one month between diagnosis and surgery to get it cut out. It grew everyday. Anyway, my follow up was with...

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Are there such things as genital transplants? Yes. Ouch. I've seen them done on cable medical shows. But wait...maybe those aren't transplants exactly, but the Dr.s are able to create a thingy being creative with what they have to work with using skin grafts and turning the right parts inside out, etc. I'm not joking.

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I have low self esteem because my boobs are two different sizes. got any ideas to make my self esteem higher? Ummm, since I don't really know how old you are...i'll assume you are done developing. So, it's fairly normal to have a "dim" and a "bright". If we are talking a whole cup size or more difference, then probably eventually you might want to help the little one. However, nobody is perfectly symmetrical-and that goes for men, too. The boys are not a perfect...

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What is your favorite movie about animals? Milo and Otis

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Reading Jimmy Carter's State of the Nation address of 1980, one has to ask would the current economic crisis be as bad if it wasn't for peoples greed and the smooth talking Ronald Reagan? It's not that simple, of course. All I know is that I had to live the odd/even fuel days of Carter and the slow economy. We were doing fine in the 80's raising children and don't remember feeling strapped during those years. In fact, bought 2 houses during the 80's.

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Will some one explain to me the current economic crisis in a simple language? Jimmy no have not too much good job, but Jimmy want house. Congress want to help Jimmy, because Demos nice, Repubs mean. Jimmy get house with lots of help. Oh, Jimmy no have good job no more or Jimmy no understand balloon payment. He tink it meant celebration time. Oh, Jimmy can't pay 4 house no more. Jimmy no even put any money down. So Jimmy have to go, but we all help pay...

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The church dose not conducts business from nonprofit business model. Should we make the church pay taxes? Wouldn't we be better off knowing where all that money is going? Your premise is based on what? I worked at a church. Um,call me crazy, but we were a non-profit and our acctg methods used those guidelines. We actually helped people with needs free of charge...

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Can you actually think of a situation in which a girl made a man love her, although the man wanted just to sleep with her in the first place?Actual situation of people you know..And do you believe in winning someone over time with the right "moves"? This would be about 2 self-centered people manipulating each other to get what they want. They would never love the other because they can't get over themselves enough to really care.

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Could someone be so evil, as to just tell you what you want to hear just to sleep with you??? i am sooooo angry right now...i can't believe i feel for him again! So now you have learned that you must never let him into your psyche again? He knows he can manipulate you all too easily and guys really don't respect a women for that. They LIKE easy because it serves their purpose, but they don't respect easy and will never LOVE easy. So start respecting yourself more and start looking for other things/people who can fulfill your life.

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Biblical archeologists have been working for years looking for good evidence if Jesus. Have they found any? Lots. Outside of the Bible, there are records by historians of the time which attest to his ministry and his disciples, etc. Origen and others.

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What color should i let my wife paint my bathroom? She's thinking perriwinkle I love that color. It will make your bathroom feel like a happy place to go. Unless you just hate that color...let her paint.

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Did anyone join the marches/protest regarding Prop8 (or Prop H8 as some choose to call it) this past November 15th. Where were you? Busy doing other things in life and wondering why gays think acting like children throwing temper tantrums until they get their way is going to win people over.

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What does "intimacy" mean to you!!!!Both Ladies & Gents pls respond I would like different perspectives :) The ability to share your deepest thoughts with the other. The ability to communicate without necessarily talking. Complete trust and no fear of rejection.

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Am I ugly or pretty? Because some people say I am ugly or pretty in school and im tired of that i just want to know the real result of it. http://fs1.us.cyworld.com/data1/2008/04/02/075/120 7196275784147_file.JPG Im the one in the right with NO pony tail Physical beauty is fleeting...enjoy it while you have it. Develop your inner beauty because that is what lasts a lifetime. And don't forget to thank your parents for good genes.

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I'm 19 years old and many people say I look more like a 30 something years old, will I die sooner? I've decided that some people's looks peak in their teens, some people who didn't look so great in their teens look fantastic in their 30's, and some people look their most good-looking in their 60's. So don't sweat it and just take good care of yourself. It's the genes...

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If there is so much scientifical evidence that there is no "god" why do people still beleive? such as i read this in someones answer that the bible says the earth is only something like 2000 years old but there proof of it being over 2 million. All i know is that I don't have enough faith to be an atheist. Too many absolutely perfect conditions for man to exist in this galaxy on this planet. One random molecule would create a catastrophe.

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In the Bible it says that magic is not good but then when you read it ,it says that God said let there be something and i was, isn't that just like magic? "magic" usually translates as witchcraft. People conjuring up magic/witchcraft are seeking to hear from evil spirits (of which God does say exists)but it is a form of seeking something from darkness rather than from light. So the word "magic" has occultic conotations. God is supernatural, all powerful, all creative.

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Christians, imagine that you have just died and you wake up in the afterlife & are brought to stand before God and account for your life.The God says "Why did you not heed my servant, Mohommed?" How would you react? I would say, But Lord, Mohammed made no atonement for my sins, only Jesus did. So Mohammed was no servant of yours, only a distraction from the one true God! Bless your name forever...

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What or who are the responsible for extreme poverty in some areas of the world? Corrupt governments and religious/philosophical beliefs that do not lift people up.

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Why do the boys loose there respect in highschool for the (female) teachers? I've seen it in my school and it should stop! But why do they in the first place? Boys at that age are trying to separate their identity from their mother's. They must flex their macho muscle and learn to become self-sufficient men. However, they are very awkward at doing this at that age. So by dissing the female teacher they are trying to communicate that they are tough and she must not cross the line and be overbearing. Again, perception at this age is sometimes...

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Who believes in heaven? I would also like your thoughts and opinions relating to the manner as well. Thanks :) I believe in heaven AND hell. Isn't it curious that every culture has some form of this concept? That every man at sometime has to considered this idea? WHO put that in our hearts? Nope, no cosmic coincidences for me. Those truly seeking shall find...

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How do u win a guy that only beleives in dating people in the same religion... grrrrr... plz help im so confused n i reali like him n he likes me but because of his religion he dosent wanna go out with me... sigh :( plzzzzzzzzzzzz help me. He's right and you will save yourself some trouble by respecting that. If he is that committed to his religion he knows he cannot get involved with someone who does not understand or agree with his devotion. If you are not religious, why would you want to be with someone who is? Lots of people convert in order to gain the relationship, but if the conversion is not real it will be...

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My girlfriend is almost 27, and i just found out that she has had 22 sexual partners. (including me). Is that way to many? Not unless you like to be compared to 22 other people and if you're not the winner, I think she'll be moving on. This girl needs a lot of male "approval" if you know what I mean. Good luck with that!

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What crime is committed if you impersonate a priest? You become Father O' Leery!

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What does S/O mean? significant other

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How do you discipline children for lying? Tell him that you are going to do something like, " I think I'll take you out for ice cream tomorrow", then when tomorrow comes and he asks about it, say, "Oh, I lied." Then you follow that with a discussion about how it made him feel for you to lie to him. I have raised 2 awesome kids. You won't have to do this very often to teach him a lesson.

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My boyfriend is in jail and wants me to talk nasty to him but I don't know how or what to say. Can you give me some lines please? Here's a nasty answer...Dear Loser, I'm moving on with my life...I just don't dig a guy in prison garb.

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I need to become a kind person, i'm so bitter and angry, what are some beginning methods of becoming a better person? Remember, you cannot change your past, but you can change your future. Reread that again. It's true. Bitter and angry people usually don't have friends for long. Why should they? They are very draining emotionally and it becomes a vicious circle. Treat people like you would like to be treated. If they still act like a jerk, remember THEY have the problem and you are not their...

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Why do they call it an asteroid when it's outside the hemisphere, but call it a hemorrhoid when it's in your butt? That's English! You park in your driveway and you drive on a parkway.

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Hello, how do you get your 2 year old not to be so attached?? she was fine up until a few weeks ago. She has always gone to bed perfectly but just recently she just wants to be with me all the time. She screams and cries for me and its At 2 years that is not uncommon. It will pass. Keep the routine. Put her in the bed she is used to and the time she is used to. She may have to scream and cry, but you should go in and let her know that you are there, reassure her for a minute or two. Then leave again. You cannot show angst. She may scream again, but then you go back in again after 5 min. to comfort her. Put your hand on...

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I've been with my man for 17 years and have two girls,he never talked marriage for over 10 yrs.until i brought it up, i am engage now for 4 yrs because i wanted to cuz it's time, he shows his love!!!is he nervous getting married or what? Depending where you live, you might be already "married" by common law. So, what do you want to tell your kids when they grow up? Do you want them to repeat what you did? Do you rely on his income? What if something happens to him? Do your kids have any benefits from this arrangement? What are you doing to protect your kids' future? It isn't just about you or him...

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I am on a diet is there a low calorie/low fat cake recipe? I highly recommend Wonderslim. It is an egg + butter substitute so that you can cut the amount of fat called for. I use it because it's healthy not because I'm dieting. I usually get it at a health food type store. I substitute it in brownies, cakes and muffins. You'll have to get the knack of using it. They supply recipes, but I do more with it. Also, I use egg whites quite...

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I have a stepdaughter which is 18 yrs old and she will not leave the house unless she is going to school. me and husband needs some privacy time mainly on weekend what do we do? First, I will assume you have been a wonderful stepmother who has not tried to get in the middle of the father- daughter relationship and screw up her life. So, do weekend getaways (she stays home). Encourage her to have a weekend social life, visit her Mom? Go see a movie? Volunteer with a group (church?). Help each other to be creative on ways to be separated for awhile. Stay positive.

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Who else gets angry when people make fun of God? Angry? I don't think it's anger I feel but more like incredulous at the ignorance of so many. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom... ( and they have none, but their own useless tripe). They are "grumblers, malcontents, following their own sinful desires; they are loud-mouthed boasters..." Read 1 & 2 Peter, Jude.

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To which American political party have the overwhelming majority of Ku Klux Klan members belonged? DEMOCRATS, DEMOCRATS AND DEMOCRATS. Black people have been ignorant of their history. All first black senators/congressman were Republicans, but I could go on...it's a shame.

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WHAT AGE SHOULD LOOSE YOUR VIRGINITY? First of all, if one is very loose, then surely one will lose their virginity too early. It's never anything that one should feel pressured about at any age and you will forever compare that experience with later experiences and it because of it, it will cause hurdles for future relationships. So, if you want to open that can of worms, be sure to know it has lots of consequences down the...

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What do you think of this quote? "So dies liberty not by the roar of gunfire, but by the sound of thunderous applause." Oh, that's a good one. Yes, I'm afraid that might explain what happened on Nov. 4th. I hope I will be proven wrong... It's not really what the founding fathers had in mind for the country, but hey, how many voters really know that much history?

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What does this phrase mean? " Nothing pains people more than to think" It means people have the tendency to do the easier thing, the thing of least resistance, even if it is wrong, rather than do the right thing. It breeds shallow thinking and problematic consequences. And based on what I read on this website, there is plenty of that going around.

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Why does God find homosexuality offensive and wrong? Most sins cause pain or hurt to other people, which is a logical reason for a loving god to condemn them. Why would a loving god condemn any sort of love? Man is able to pervert any good thing that God created. This is called free will. People overeat themselves into oblivion. People think about themselves so often they become narcissists. People become compulsive exercisers, etc. etc. Well, hello, sex is subject to the same abuse/perversion. Do we say a 40 yr old man sexually loving a 10 yr old boy is just fine? The fallacy of this premise is...

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Im 15 dating a 24 year old what can my parents do if they find out Trust me, you need to NOT be impressed that this guy likes you. Don't let flattery ruin your judgment. Instead, ask yourself, why does a 24 year old guy want to date a 15 year old girl? There are a lot more questions, but start with wondering why he can't seem to "get" a girl closer to his age? Is he immature, insecure, feels he can control a younger girl, feels a younger...

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I have always dyed my hair very dark but should I go lighter as I get older? I am 42! Usually, but not always. As your skin tone changes, so will your hair color need to. As you get more wrinkles, (maybe you're still fairly wrinkle-free at 42)you'll notice how dark hair adds to the "weight" of the wrinkles and shadows on your face. Lighter hair helps reflect light, brighten ups your look if it's the right shade.

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What's your argument for/ against gay marrage? For a moment, I know this is difficult for many, but try to think outside of your own selfish desires, children will be the victims of this counterfeit idea of love and normalcy. Society has yet to reap what will be of the next generation when homosexuality is marketed as just another option. Gay couples are just odd in nature. Oh, the anger, the rage!!! Domestic partnerships weren't...

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What is the dumbest thing you've heard a politician say lately? Barney Frank-saying on an ad that he tried to PREVENT the Fanny Mae and Freddie Mac debacle. What's even more dumb (dumber) are the people who keep voting for him. I think Forest Gump had a saying about that...

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One of the main excuses when people ask why God let something bad happen is to say "He gave us free will. He lets us make that choice." If this is so, then how can anyone think Heaven will be better? Will He take away free will to keep it 'heavenly'? First, when bad things happen and people blame God-to be consistent with their logic,when good things happen, do they "blame" (thank) God, too? I suggest you look into the book, "Evidence That Demands a Verdict" by Josh McDowell if you really want serious answers about your very serious future.

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Is irregular menstuation is normal? what can i do? i don't have menstuation for 8 months, it is normal? i asked my doctor but she said it's normal but i am not satify i need more opinions or idea about this issue...please give me more idea please... Can depend on your age. Polycystic ovaries syndrome (POS) is a very common cause. Lots of info on internet about that. You will probably have other bodily clues that will help you know if that is a possibility.

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Why he offered so much? I have a male friend and he is so thoughtful and gentlemen. When we were in a trip , he brought me a prepaid phone without telling me and he brought many souvenirs and we took photos together. Why? is he interested in me? Ummm, so you TRAVEL with your male friend and you ACCEPT all the souvenirs...what message are you sending him? Are the photos "huggy" photos? I think you know the answer about how you feel about him and that's the problem.

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