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Most ABrs are just like bingo players, they are faithful to the game. is everyone still here? No, I'm not here anymore. I've gone away. Could someone tell me what Fluther is? (I don't feel like reading thru a zillion posts and I hate the marketing on here now). Thanks Like Ariz, I'm weaning off AB. Weaning off all Q&A sites I think. Miss chatting with some ppl tho.

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Name 5 of birds of prey that categorize that Order. Red tailed hawk, osprey, owl, secretary bird and kestral did you want the 'order'names too? :D

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Can you say with 100% certainty that there are no nude pictures of you on the internet? Absolutely. Without a doubt. 110% certain. there are no nude pix of me anywhere online. Why give it away for free?

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If the American public were as fascinated with the machinations of politics as they are with football, baseball, basketball and movie stars, wouldn't this country have a chance to be a success? Why do we blame Obama for our own inadequacies? I'm beginning to think that the great talent of Americans is to point fingers everyplace but where they should be pointed. Good damn question BTW.

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Believers: What specific attributes does (do) your God (gods) have? Mine have feet of clay.

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Is it mean to train chimps to work at the carwash? Is it any more humane to make them wait tables in a restaurant?

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Do birds see in color? The first thing I'd have to say is use your logic! Bird feathers occur in almost every color (and non-color) in the rainbow. Do you think this evolutionary adaptation is for OUR enjoyment alone?

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Fathers have the responsibility to prepare to write 216 checks? Should they have any rights? As much as I am a feminist, I am all for the rights of men when it comes to procreation. Please see the below article - it is just a bit more for all men to think about. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/22/magazine/22Paternity-t.html

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I need help. You know those things that alot of TV shows use? The big green screen in the background? Well, where can I get one, how much are they, and how do I use them? PLEASE HELP! http://www.touchsystems.com/?gclid=CNWXqIy1lZ4CFQYMDQodU1DGpQ as I understand it, they average cost begins at $10K. it only gets more expensive from there. Give it a few years and they'll be MUCH cheaper. example: http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/11/04/magic.wall/ I'd like one of these too. how much fun could we be having?

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4 words after sex, what would you say? Got Anything To Eat?

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Have you been to the grocery store lately and find yourself giving people advice on what to buy and how to cook for Thanksgiving dinner? Not so much for thanksgiving dinner, but how to cook in general. I find people aren't so creative when it comes to food. But, yes, I am always sharing recipes, tips, ideas with anyone who seems interested.

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Whats the best prank you've ever played I had my boyfriend call my ex-boss and say he was from so and so butcher shop and that his dressed pig was ready for pickup. At same time, I had another friend call and say he was from tent company and that the tent was already set up on bosses lawn. A gf of mine called and said she was from liquor store and that the kegs were ready for delivery. When boss seemed about to explode, some of...

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Would it help clean up AB a little if we could flag rhetorical or inflammatory questions? I might consider taking it seriously.... good Q BTW. +5

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I need some info for a newsletter, i would like to know, what VEGETABLES do you eat for thanksgiving dinner? If you are thinking "Traditional" anything in the root or squash family would be appropriate. If you are wondering what would go well with turkey and trimmings, I guess anything would go. I am planning to roast a variety of veggies to go with a turkey breast and dressing. I will use fennel bulb (cut up), whole carrots, brussels sprouts and, if I can get them, tender green beans. I...

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How do I make a bad first impression at a new job? Fart a lot as you walk around the office. Sharing is key to teamwork. If you aren't generally a farty person, buy some of those Dr Scholls "Gellin" inserts and wear them without socks. It'll sound like you're farting as you walk. Another thing I always liked to do was walk up to water fountain and casually let your hand get all wet. Then walk by one of the gopher...

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Is there a politically correct way to compliment a woman on her boobs? Who says politically correct people don't look at boobs? They do. They just do it with a hint of subterfuge. Even feminists (ahem) will buy undergarments from BoobBrokers Victoria Secret. There is a difference between ogling boobs and admiring boobs. I'm not sure if I could use words to characterize those differences. I never liked men staring at my boobs. I tended to think...

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Have you shot a deer this season? I got a 10 pt this past sunday. You can't eat antlers. Yes, got me a puppy once. Very tender. No horns.

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Who was your favorite cousin on the Patty Duke show? Kathy loved crepe suzette and Patty loved a hotdog I can't remember; which one wore the thong?

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Have you ever taken ground beef and mixed it with ground turkey and nobody knew the difference? Can you tell the difference? Turkey when mixed with beef (or veal) acts like tofu - very adaptable to whatever it is mixed with. I use grnd turk and beef and veal (even amounts of all) to make a meat loaf that is a bit tastier and, not as fatty. Only caveat: do not buy and leave sit in fridge. Either buy when you wish to use it, or freeze it and then use it quickly. Leftovers are OK - but the ground meat raw should...

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The guy I have a crush on is visiting prostitutes. What should I do? Hang out your own shingle? And remember, CONDOMS CONDOMS CONDOMS. (ok, I'm kidding maybe)

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You may love your S/O but do you Like him/her. Ah yes, the age old question - difference between love and like? Or more aptly put, Lust and Love. For myself, my partner, husband, is my best friend. Like all friends we sometimes disagree and have times when we desire space between us. But all the components are there for lastly relationship. I'd advise the same to anyone.

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Parrot lovers -- is it true that Norwegian Blue Parrots are easily stunned? I had one once; it rang down the curtain and is now singing with the choir invisible.

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I am wondering about getting an Eclectus Parrot. If you are familiar with this species, which is the better one to have as a pet for a guy? Would I fare better with a female, or a male? Have you ever had one? Do you have one now? Tell me about it. A male eclectus named Kiwi lived with me in Wisconsin for 18 months before he could be handled without biting. He was really a sweet bird, just never given patient behavior training, so he liked to bite on hands. Male eclectus' are more passive than the females, with eclectus' you prefer passive, they have large beaks and can cause damage to stuff and flesh. Contrary to what many...

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Why is it called the "Big Easy"? "cuz it used to be a really easy place to get by if you knew the rules.

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I think it's Spanish. What does "besos" mean? Yes, it is plural form for kiss. Close to Portuguese: beijo

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Looking at Stephen Jay Gould's quote below (see my ANSWER), is that what the creationist fail to understand about science? Science is observation + action understood. Stephen Jay Gould was one of the few scientists that I can think of who retained his personal faith in light of observed scientific fact. In his essays in Natural History, he may have been the first science writer to propose the "bushy" theory of evolution.... and right he was. Based on science being observed actions, I am not certain...

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Will you try out solutions that are untested but recommended by your friends where your health problems are concerned? I have done so and with results that were not good, so now, no, I do not use friends' recommendations for health matters. We are all different and what works for one person may not work for another. I do agree that Western physicians often lack knowledge of eastern health techniques. Without at least knowledge of all techniques, I think that a doctor may be at a disadvantage, as would...

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Are all feminists ugly? Are all misogynists ugly? Is it surface ugly or soul ugly? Yes all of us feminists are ugly. We have warts, moles, weigh a thousand pounds, have fuzzy hair, bad teeth, drink mountain dew, and wish we could be barefoot and pregnant. Yes, we are jealous of all those enslaved females who wait hand and foot on beer guzzling, wife beater t-shirt wearing charmers like yourself.

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Have you ever thought that the only time, in the Bible, that Jesus Christ lost his temper was when he kicked the Capitalist out of His Fathers Temple? What does this tell you, good or bad, about the economics of Capitalism? I had a bit of hope that perhaps some professed Christians were actually reading their bibles (instead of having them interpreted for them). Then I read the arguments above. Look it's this simple: RENDER UNTO CAESAR THAT WHICH IS CAESAR'S; RENDER UNTO GOD THAT WHICH IS GOD'S. I don;t see that this has anything to do with capitalism. It has everything to do with...

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I live in houston tx,got behind on my homeowner dues.can the association sell my house You should check your association covenants - always. But legally, no, they should not be able to sell your house. They can put a lien on it should you try to sell it, the amounts you are arrears on (and legal fees) will be deducted from the sale amount.

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Do you know anyone named India? Yes, I do. A friend of mine named his first daughter India Rose. 2nd daughter: Lola Angeles 3rd daughter: Memphis Dinha

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What would be a reason someone might stand up quickly! Someone sat on a whoopee cushion. (hey. how r u? Gramma yet?) :D

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Look deep deep deep into my eyes..... what do you see? in your eyes the light the heat in your eyes I am complete in your eyes I see the doorway to a thousand churches in your eyes the resolution of all the fruitless searches in your eyes I see the light and the heat in your eyes oh, I want to be that complete I want to touch the light the heat I see in your eyes

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What happened to all the stimulus jobs that were promised? Do you want one? I know where there are some hiding. If I tell you where, will you vote for me come next year? (How are you Payton who makes me sometimes feel like I've got fleas in my pants?)

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US won't prosecute in states that allow medical marijuana. Good move or drug-war retreat? See LINK: Yet this from LA (Cali). see link http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2009/10/19/us/AP-US-Medical-Marijuana-California.html

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Who is a celebrity that is or was on drugs? PAHAHAHA! Aren't they all on drugs?

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Who'd you rather_____, Pamela Anderson or Farrah Fawcett? Dude. What kind of Q is that? One is dead - yucks - and the other is so full of silicone (thus rather 'hard'), it would be like bedding a plank (so I'm told). how about a REAL female? Anyone know what that is anymore? Someone who is healthy, exercises, doesn't have botox treatments or implants or what freaking ever.

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What comes to mind when I say "produce"? A big Salad! Yum Yum.

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I NEED to go home and do 2 loads of laundry, & 2 loads of dishes, but what I really WANT to do is___________? take a LOAD off the feet, and reLOAD with a bit of food, music and friends. :D happy eve POLICES!

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What did Vladimir Putin do before he was in politics? Molest children. Nice side job for ex-KGB boss. He also claims to be an "iron man". For whatever that's worth.

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Bloody rituals give glimpse of folk cult. Thousands Of Venezuelans gather to honor local Goddess Maria Lionza. Why do we humans need such hocus pocus? See LINK: It's easier to accept than the truth? What is religion (ALL religion) other than wishful thinking on the part of those who were never good at science? Or felt ignorance is bliss? Or can not accept responsibility for their own actions? I heard a scientist remark that it was time for humans to stop believing in fairy tales and accept science. It wasn't shocking that he said...

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What type of service did you hire only one time? Maid service. I was moving, needed a bit of cleaning - grout lines, floors, woodwork... Maids came in door and said that they didn't see any dirt. I told them to clean anyways. Now I clean the house myself and don't ask for others' opinion of what is dirty and what isn't.

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How old is the oldest piece of clothing that you still use on a regular basis? SUBY! Hello! I have a pair of jeans from 1992 that are still intact enough to wear in public. And HAHAHAHA I still can wear 'em.

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Pelosi key to GOP 2010 playbook. Why does the far right hate Nancy Pelosi with such a passion? Someone else answered that she was smarmy. I don't like her supercilious attitude. And hey, I guess you all would call me a "liberal", AND an intellectual.

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What are my options for repoessing a car because of non payment? Are you the mope? Or is someone else the mope? I'll give you info, but it helps to know who is the one in arrears on payments.

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Would you like to share some historical facts about your country? Hmm. The daughters of the american revolution (DARs) are an organization that is made up of descendants of women whose ancestors were present at the revolution war (independence). Currently, the DARs organization has the mission of spreading history of USA to those who do not know it. That means publishing history tracts in languages other than english (amer). Of course, the DARs are made...

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What sounds good for lunch? Any suggestions! poached pears on french toast brioche. lip lickin good

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Do you salt and pepper your food? If so, how much? If not, do you use any other seasonings regularly? Anyone sitting down to eat at my table better taste their food before they start sprinkling condiments on it. LOL I am a serious cook - it doesn't NEED anything added to the plate! LOL LOL

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Did you know that as of May 2008, Human Rights Watch has calculated that there are 2,484 youth offenders serving life without parole in the United States? Thanks for posting a question that gives ABers something to think about. I do wonder though: How is it that youth offenders would be given life without parole sentences? I was not aware that a sentence like that could be imposed upon a minor. ???? curious.

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Why did humans first tame dogs? Did humans "tame" dogs? Or ... did canines decide that humans had great garbage piles and were a nice source of food so why not just hang out and follow the 2 legged peeps. - it has always seemed to me that the relationship between canine and human was rather symbiotic - each reaps the rewards of having the other around.

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Does the range of the American alligator and the American crocodile overlap? yes. i have seen both in florida (sanibel and captiva island).

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My husband and I are vacillating buying BICYCLES for recreational riding. We DON'T want the ones they ride in the TOUR DE FRANCE. Just some comfortable ones for riding around the neighborhood with several "gears" for ease on slopes. Any suggestions? I bought a bike last year. I got whats called a Comfort Bike. Here is a link to what bike ppl are calling a comfort, or street bike. Much like a beach bike, but with street tires. It is comfy to ride, not light weight like a racer, and it feels substantial. I love my bike and it wasn't terribly expensive. http://www.phatcycles.com/Designer/mainst7.htm

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My friend has been told she has food allergies- allot of foods. Apparently they did a "scratch test". Can you get food allergies like that? Can prescription drugs affect those tests results? A scratch test is the first step in determining whether someone has allergies. Sometimes, scratch tests do not show how affected a person is and a clinician will have to do skin pop injections. People can be allergic to foods. And they can also have allergies that foods react to. I have mold allergies. When mold is high I can not eat mushrooms, canned foods, cheese or beer and wine. ...

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In your honest opinion,is GRAFFITI a novel kind of art form in society,or just crass environmental vandalism? Likewise,are crop circles a delightful kind of rural art form,or just crass vandalism of a farmer's corn harvest? I think it is impossible to answer this question definitively. The owner of property that has been "defaced" by graffiti has a legitimate complaint if he/she has to clean it up. If the graffiti is offensive to the public and it has no artistic merit, (like "tagging"), then it sucks. But I have seen some GREAT graffiti art. In fact, it is getting to be common to have...

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Ever visited a convent at all? Yes actually. Not only did I visit, but I worked at one. I was a teacher, an ESL (English as a Second Language) tutor and facilitator. I ran the department too. The convent was one for 'retired' nuns. Nuns don't actually retire - they just do greatly diminished work. I had been raised catholic and had left the church while still in my teens. I had attended catechism like...

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Got a huge rain storm this past weekend and the ceiling started leaking again. He said there's not much more he can do. He already tried fixing it. He said, It's going to leak if there's a heavy downpour. What should I do? Your question isn't very clear. When you say "HE", do you mean your landlord? Are you a renter? Is the roof leaking in your rental unit? You've called in the landlord? And his response is that the roof will leak when it rains? Seek legal aid. Google "renters rights", your state name. try that first. come back if you need more suggestions.

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Is a Topless Coffee Shop a Good Idea or Bad Idea? It would epend on whether the barristas were nursing or not.... euw.

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Ordered string squash WITHOUT butter! Said it 4 times! When the squash came it tasted EXACTLY like it had butter! When I asked if it did, the waiter said, "No!" ! I said, "Hope not, 'cause I'm allergic!" ! THEN they admitted it DID! What would YOU do? Why I'd do exactly as you did: I'd complain about it on AB where it will do a lot of good next time you go into a restaurant and order food specifically to avoid allergic reactions. (OK, tongue out of cheek now...) I would have demanded the food was returned to kitchen and a replacement dish given to me. If that was not done, then I would demand that the item be stricken from my...

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Do you make a great hamburger? No I do not, I am much too stringy and tough.

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Since smokers don't mind second hand smoke, why can't I spit or fart on them? Why do you feel compelled to DO something to smokers? Is there a smoker near you who is jeopardizing your health anymore than auto pollution in your town? Is there a smoker who is stalking you with insidious cigarette smoke? Is one of your neighbors smoking in their house? Since it is about illegal to smoke anyplace other than your own property or in the middle of a busy street of traffic...

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I need a lot of academic articles written for school kids. This includes short plays, moral stories, articles on science, wildlife, how to articles, etc. Where can I find a writer? Hi Jonathan! Tell me about the circumstances and I might be able to help. Are you looking for articles to publish that will be 'for profit"? Are you connected with a publication? Are you connected with a school? If you can answer those basic Qs for me, I might be able to assist you. Thanks!

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So, any plans for the weekend? I've just returned from UK. I'm staying home with the weekend paper and some wine.

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Can all decisions be reached by compromise? Are there not some decisions that will require the exclusion of the other's p.o.v altogether? Why or why not? If you reach a point where compromise is not possible, then logical progression is the only way. We may not be able to change minds, or find a place to compromise, but we often can lay out scenarios, or the effects of specific actions. We can then use those scenarios to continue to logic through to the desired conclusions. Not everyone can agree to be happy with a conclusion. But, if they...

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I have been using bare minerals makeup for about 6 months. i don't feel like the coverage of the makeup is enough. i have red scarring from acne in middle school. i have combination skin and am prone to breakouts. what makeup should i try? It isn't always just about makeup; it is all about good skin care. You can go into high end department stores and get free demos of products like Clinique or Merle Norman, Eliz Arden. You can test out how these products feel, how the makeup looks, etc. The products are never cheap, but often always work well... at least until some change in your life that manifests physically - like...

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Does it elevate the dignity of womanhood for to woman bare herself, partially or fully, for public entertainment? (I refer to nudity in movies, magazines, clubs, etc. but exclude nudity for artistic purposes.) Does this encourage the respect of woman? Your question implies that anything YOU consider to be gratuitous sex is undignified for a woman. You do not mention how this kind of sexuality impacts males who engage in it themselves. If I pay $ to go to a movie, it is a crappy movie if I can say LOOK, SO AND SO IS NEKKID. It is a good movie if I don't even realize that so and so was part of the movie until the credits roll. THAT...

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I say "Windows Vista",you say? Pfftttoooey. Keep lousy PCs and give me Mac

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If husbands and wives are completely equal, then who, between the two, makes the final decision when there would otherwise be a stalemate? Who is the head? The husband or the wife? Why? In an ideal relationship, no one should make a final decision - a decision of magnitude should be reached after compromise that is acceptable to both parties.

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By the cultural inclination to defend a woman who is perceived as being attacked by a man, do we not imply that womanhood is due great honor? (This is the PERCEPTION that she is being attacked.) Why is her dignity given preference if both are equals? Patriarchal societal rules I guess. If our society recognizes that children are conceived by a "father", and we give children the surname of their fathers, we also assume the 'father' will take responsibility for his offspring - therefore establishing a need to know who has had access to specific woman/women. male POV: a woman's "dignity" needs protecting...

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What comes to mind when i say Biological Weapon! Personal Biological Weapons: flatulence.

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Why are so many animals in our shelters being euthanized today? roughly 64% of the total number of animals that entered shelters were euthanized -- *As so many others responded, we first need to address companion pet over population with spay neuter programs and feral population control. *After over population, we need to address the money making puppy/kitten/bird mills which churn out endless streams of potential pets. Often the "mills" churn out unhealthy pets - when these animals are not purchased, or fall physically ill,...

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How many floor lamps do you have? I have 3 in the office/aviary. Pole - floor lamps. I just picked up another one this weekend. I'm getting ready to bring in the tropical plants from being outside for the (haha) summer. The pole lights use CFLs that are a full spectrum bulb - great for plants!

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Are you a lot more careful in choosing your friends than when you were younger? Yes, and I'm much more careful about letting people know my personal business.

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What three things do woman want to hear from the man in their life? 1 - Happy 20th Anniversary. 2 - Let's retire now that I won the lottery. 3 - I found us a nice sailboat in Ibiza for us to live on. Yup, that about fills my wish list.

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Can the love a parent feels for a child be recreated in the dream of a person who has never had a child? I do believe that a person who has never had a child can develop parental love for other children. Love is not limited by biological birth factors. In order to develop a parental love for a child who is not yours, certainly, that child would have to live with you. Without a child in your life, you can only conceptualize what parental love is about. Nurturing a real child, biologically yours...

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When DJ's call themselves "musicians", does it make you want to laugh a little? It used to make me wonder, but now I just accept it. Many DJs are musicians, they play instruments, but they also have chosen a digital format to play in. Many DJs are also producers and can mix some awesome sounds. No, I don't doubt anymore. A good example is Carlos Mena. Take a listen to HipHopMeditations.... he calls himself a DJ....

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What do you do if you have become the target of a hatemonger? Should you just run for the hills or attempt to protect and defend yourself? Will I lose a piece of my soul if I fight fire with fire? Can you fight fire with fire and still take the high road? This is an opportunistic approach to conflict and will require that your adversary makes mistakes (public mistakes are even better).

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First thing that comes to mind: The fastest way to a man's heart is _____? ... to wear a thong. (and nothing else)

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They are making a big deal about the First Lady wearing shorts??? See pics:http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/08/18/2034169.aspx Another attempt to distract the American public (not that it takes much as is illustrated by this story in the first place) from important issues affecting their everyday lives. I wear shorts. I am 58 years old. I wear sleeveless tops and my arms don't jiggle. Anyone dare say anything and they'll be told it is none of their business what I wear, or anyone else for that matter.

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W. Somerset Maugham said, "Sometimes people carry to such perfection the mask they have assumed that in due course they actually become the person they seem." Could this be what happened to Republican leadership? We all talk about reinvention. Everyone reinvents themselves - from pop stars to aging execs trying to keep a job. The GOP still has stalwart centerists like Powell (at least for now) and Gingrich (who grated on me with his contract with america family values BS). However, these days, Newt seems a voice of reason. I do believe that sooner or later, the GOP will find someone other than an...

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Are you able to answer any questions about your self unambiguously or do you try to always leave an escape hatch open? In Asian cultures it is the aggressor who should allow an "escape hatch" of types for his victim. It is honorable to allow a person to back off with dignity. In America we tend to rip off someone's head and spit down their neck for the fun of it all. The true wise person leaves themselves as well as those they defend against, a nice easy escape hatch. One is less likely to...

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After Caster Semenya wins world 800 meter title, IAAF orders a gender test. Do you think Semenya is a natural born woman? See LINK: Watching the video link at first I'm thinking, "well, a fairly athletic woman". But when 'she' spoke, it made me wonder if the commentator was perhaps correct in stating that she may have both male and female chromosomes. But, I would disagree with calling that state a genetic disorder. In some cultures, people who are hermaphroditic are considered to be special,...

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Can you see through fake friendly to the ugliness in a person? Sometimes it is easier than others. Some people have the capacity to be terribly ugly if they feel they are personally threatened - but not any other time.

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What would you do if you have no family, or friends. no one in the world except the one who is treating you bad? no money no where to go. He lets me know i have nothing and i am nothing There is someone in the world besides your abuser who will care about you. Use your computer and find a women's shelter in your area. Call them. Have them come get you. All you need, if you are being abused, is the clothing on your back. If he takes that, a shelter will still bring you in. There is help for you. Get away first, then, what you need to do will be clearer to you. I...

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Do women seem threatened by strong (I am not referring to athletic types, but to character), masculine men? Why or why not? I can't say for all women, but I am not intimidated by a strong man. Strong men do require strong partners for mental floss and stimulation. If a strong, or powerful man marries just for the armpiece, or trophy, he will seek intellectual companionship elsewhere. Intellect is not all. Sexuality counts too, as does world and societal POV.

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The Scottish government says it will release Lockerbie bomber Abdel Baset al-Megrahi on compassionate grounds. Does this show society's higher standard -- he showed no compassion to 260 innocent victims -- or are the Scots showing weakness? I'm of 2 minds on this one - just watched the story on CNN. The Scottish law provides for compassion under certain extreme conditions - which, al-Megrahi's condition fulfills. The law states that if the person has less than 3 months of life, that they are freed to die in their own home. That is compassion of the law and I respect that very much. On the other hand, if not himself...

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Yep more music. Let's talk Reggae. Who's your favorite, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, who? Tell me and I'll play ya some. Toots and the Maytalls - Pressure Drop

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Do you love Lou Reed like I do? Do you love Iggy Pop? Ask me and I'll play some for you. Oh yeah, I love Lou Reed... a survivor for sure! And a man who writes songs with teeth.

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Sharona Radio is up and running again. I gave you some of my favorites and now I wan't to know what you want me to play. Any artist, any genre as long as it is MUSIC. Please ask? Istanbul, not Constantinople - They Might be Giants

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Here's a group that deserves it's own whole question. REM. Do you love them? If you do ask me what you want to hear or give me some of yours. Please? Wow a vid with Michael Stipe still with hair. I just can't get used to seeing him with hair now. HAHAHA. Anything collaborating with B52s is GOOD to me.

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I have got no respect for my Bob Dylan request question. What??? Anyway who loves his son Jakob and the Wallflowers. I do. Let's get some requests and contributions. Probably this is why. Too many Dylan Qs in too short of time. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1644155 I will say that I like Jakob's 1st CD. I also liked soundtrack to Godzilla - "Heroes". But I am not loving his recent stuff - too soft for me. But Dylan.... A simple twist of fate..... one of my faves

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Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention were a huge part of the 60's counterculture. Do you know this band? They were brilliant, way funnier than Weird Al and total FREAKS. Want to hear some or have any to contribute? He inspired me to move to Montana and raise lonely little dental flosses.... :D Yes, he was a genius - a musical genius way ahead of his time. Weasels ripped my flesh.... LOL http://www.superseventies.com/ac16weaselsripped.html

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50,000 seniors have cancelled their AARP membership because of the organization's support for saving Medicare and lowering healthcare costs. Will you join me in joining the AARP to commend them for their honesty? See LINK: If I can ascertain that there is truth in so many members quitting AARP, I might just rejoin. My problem with them is incessant marketing - which I am totally against. I also took offense at their connection with Hartford, who offers auto insurance at "reduced rates". Jim, I asked Hartford for a quote on my auto insurance. I've had no claims on my present policy (22 years),...

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Is con man short for conservative man? (Occasionally, it seems to make sense) HAHAHA. Thanks for the laugh and have some points. I too have been DR'd lately by anonymous types. They follow me around. +6

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I love World Music too? Anything you like to hear or contriubute to that? Krisna Das is really good by the way. OMG! You like Krishna Das's music? I like some things he's done in collaboration, but on his own... I don't think so. I went to a 'concert' at Chapel Hill about 2 1/2 years ago and it was sooooo droning and boring. And, then I got to meet him (along with another friend of mine). Come to find out, Krishna Das will shag anything that he can. Let me see if I can...

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Answer Bags favorite mother just made level 80 and now is our newest Swami. Please everyone stop by and congratulate her. She is a sweet lady and deserves our comments. Thank you all for supporting Mrs Cleaver. Mrs Cleaver! Well, you're invited to this party if you like: http://www.indianafilmsociety.org/whataboutme.html After the screening, there will be a small cast party at my house. I am out of spare bedrooms, but, you're still invited. Bring bathing suit and heavy robe. We'll be having drunk night swimming. LOL LOL Congrats on Swami-ism. And the party invite is for real.

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What song is Bob Dylan most associated with? Subterranean Homesick Blues..... I think it is the first rap song. LOL

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Which science fiction authors actually have a background in the natural sciences? Robert A. Heinlein did as well beginning with a stint as RAF pilot and going on from there. Frank Herbert, author of Dune, began his own research into the ecology of sand dunes while writing Dune. He became an expert of the subject of ecology. Of course Arthur C. Clarke did - he was the father of the technologies now possible from satellites.

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Have you ever had your water, electricity, phone, etc. shut off because you forgot to pay the bill? Yes. Not because I forgot. Because I couldn't afford it. - Long ago in a land faraway not only did I have zero money, but I used to turn my meter back on after the electric company came out and turned it off. I did it for my hippie friends too. My bad.

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What is the difference hedonism and Epicureanism? Epicureanism celebrates all aspects of eating and drinking. Hedonism celebrates all the good stuff in life. At least, that's my take on it. I think I am a hedonistic epicurean. HAHAHA: A FUNDAMENTALIST HEDONISTIC EPICUREAN. (I have extreme beliefs). LOL

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Do you ever use a kitchen scale when measuring ingredients? Yes. It comes in handy when dividing a mix, or a box of macaroni, or weighing a cut of meat.

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For PR purposes, should Islamabad change its name to "Islamagood"? Or: Islamalamadingdong.

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Have you ever felt that your bank purposefully rearranged your account withdrawals to add more overdraft fees? I.E. took out the mortgage payment first so that everything else bounced. I'm not sure that a bank can "rearrange" your withdrawals. I know that it may appear as if that is what is happening, but I think that there aren't enough tellers/clerks to watch each persons account close enough to do that; but banks are tiered so that once a fee is applied to ones account, generally, the fee will throw off a very close balance. By that I mean, if you are...

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A friend was in a car accident. She called me to see if I could take her shopping. I don't own a car. Another friend of mine, who's unemployed, would drive. I told her that she should pay him $25 for driving her. She refused. Am I being unreasonable? No, you aren't unreasonable. You are the dispatcher for a taxi service. Demand a percentage of the fare.

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You've just lost your temper at a spouse/s.o. and yelled at him/her. His/her response is to turn and say "I love you!" What do you do now? Why? Respond with: "I'm glad and I love you too.... However...." love is free. a good argument is priceless. roflmao

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I have a 5yr old chameleon with a poop mass on his butt .He is not eating,but have given him 3ml of water.I give him warm water baths.I also put vaseline on the mass to soften the poop on bum,but it looks like its attached to skin.What can I do for him Take your lizard to an exotic animal hospital. And wash the hell out of your hands. Your lizard is a delicate creature. He may be in his old age now.

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We recently had a storm my landlords half dead tree fell on our cars. My landlord was aware of the trees condition. Who is responsible. She said she called her homeowners and they said we were. Contact your auto insurance company and ask them what your policy/policies cover. The insurance company will repair your vehicles and pursue the owner of the tree if they are responsible. I have been having a conversation about whose responsibility it is to maintain trees over property lines. You need to contact your auto insurance carrier. And if you have none - I'm sorry for you....

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Does it hurt when you have a tooth taken out? If the dentist is good, no, it won't hurt. But you'll be numb, and the pressure of the removal is uncomfortable. Once the novacaine wears off there will be discomfort, but even a couple of advil will help that. If you have a low pain threshold, take the pain killers for a day. It is depressing to lose a tooth though.

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I have a sugar maple that is starting to turn color at the top. It is way too early for a seasonal color change. Is this an indicator that there might be a problem developing? Tree leaves change color as the leaves stop photosythesis. That usually occurs early for the reasons already stated; too cool, too wet, too warm and dry. LOL. It does signify a certain amount of stress to the tree. If it was a wet year, the tree may actually need food as it has had too much water wash away nutrients. If it's been too dry, it could also be a food issue. Deep root...

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What's the WORST thing that has ever happened in your life? Something so bad it has left you completely scarred. My husbands son being killed by his mother (my husbands ex wife). I never had kids of my own, and I loved my stepson. Besides, it wounded my husband to the core of his heart. It made me look at women with a very jaundiced eye.

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WWill men ever stand up and file a class action law suit in federal court demanding the same rights as woman when it comes to having children? Men need to assert their parental rights and those rights should not be undermined by a court, an ex-wife, or anyone. Sadly many men kind of wash their hands of kids once they come along. Not all men... but many do. This is recognized by our legal system in 2 ways. Custody is often awarded to females and males are financially responsible for children they sire. I personally know some...

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Why is it that after a accidental pregancy occurs..women get to choose if they want to be a parent..but men get those choice made for them Because men could've avoided the entire episode had they: worn a condom and known their sex partner's character a bit better. The choice is the man's at the onset. After that, it is (HAHA) Out Of His Hands. He left a present, the woman can do what she wants with it. Keep that in mind next time you're thinking that condoms allow for less sensitivity.

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What is the wierdest kind of ice cream you have ever heard of? did you ever try it? Garlic ice cream at the Gilroy CA garlic fest. Euw.

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Have you unsubscribed from Answerbag E-mail notifications? I was never subscribed. I don't allow my email to load up with notifications from websites.

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What can you tell me about Paulo Coelho's books? I found them rather contrived. I enjoyed The Alchemist though. But of the others I've read: meh.

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What could make a normal person turn into a murderer? Having to deal with auto repair shops. LOL Hi Suby.

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Do you think PICASSO was on "crack"? Picasso was an egomaniac womanizer who was also intensely creative. I do not know, but I would bet, that his IQ ran pretty high. His behaviorial traits would indicate that. Why would you think he was on "drugs"? Because of his work? Or because of his behavior? Not saying that he wasn't on drugs... there've been drugs around for a long time... BUT, does frenetic...

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What pattern is on the soles of your shoes? Diamonds on the soles of my shoes...... LOL

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Afghanistan permits Shia men to deny their wives food and sustenance if they refuse to obey their husbands' sexual demands. Legitimate cultural difference or sign of deepseated misogony? See LINK: It is just an insidious form of rape using religion as a shield, or excuse for dreadful behavior.

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What do you think of Olbermann's take on the Teabagging of Healthcare Reform? I have respect for Olbermann's intelligence, sense of irony, and wordsmithing skills; I have lost respect for him using the title of journalist. Journalists do not MAKE the news. They report it.

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Are smokers and MOST morbidly obese people placed in the same type of discriminated category? Either group would have markers that place them in a compromised health situation. Socially though, I think that they are pretty much both discriminated against. It may be the obese that pay a higher dollar amount for their particular social "indiscretion".

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If a lady is pregnant, but doesn't know who the father is, can she put down "God"? That must be one busy "lady". To not know who might have conceived your child means that you'd have to have multiple partners within a short period of time. Do you think god might want to take credit for THAT?

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My 22 yr old daughter is pregnant and moved back home with me because her boyfriend is cheating on her with his old girlfriend who is the mother of his 4yr old. If she puts his name on the birth certificate as the dad will that give him visitation rights? I think it kind of depends on where y'all live. If she names him as father, she should be able to collect child support. Collecting child support usually mean that visitation rights are enforced - as long as he keeps paying. It should be adjudicated legally through the court system, which mean attorneys. I know that if he said he wasn't the father, DNA tests would be done, they...

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What are you still upset about? The fact that my car is still in car hospital after 5 days and still no call from repair shop about when I'll get it back.

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I have flapjacks. Each slice contains 147 cals. How many slices should i eat? ;) For breakfast: Female: one with a topping Male: two with a topping You don't mention carbs in flapjacks, but using calc from other recipes I came to above conclusion.

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Ernest Hemingway wrote letters so filled with longing and devotion to actress Marlene Dietrich - sometimes signing off "I kiss you hard" - that it is difficult to believe the pair never became lovers. Have you ever had a passionate relationship by letter? Yes. To say passionate is odd. I suppose the term would apply, but not in regards to sex. My friend is creative: music, written word, film, activism. We talk about so much and share our work with each other before anyone else can see/hear it. We tell each other stories. I know I love him, but not like I love my husband. I suspect I COULD grow to love him in a physical way (there is...

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I know this is wierd. But i`m 16 and my boyfriend until today is 32 he is married with a kid. He says hes gonna leave her and we have had sex. what do i do. Im suicidal over this. :S When we are young, our first "hurts" seem so huge that we feel that we'll never get over them. It is youthful impulse to want to live life - we all do it regardless of the fact that many adults forget what it is like to be 16. The problem is that a man old enough to be your father, the very father you probably think you can't talk to, is influencing you in a destructive...

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What is predatory lending? Predatory lending references any credit/finance situation which puts the consumer in a losing position. A bank, selling a homeowner an Equity line of credit may be predatory when they will loan more than a house is worth. That is a no win situation for the homeowner. - Predatory lending also refers to interest rates. Not just high interest rates, but floating interest rates, like ARMs. -...

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My new hubby says six is tooo early for dinner..I have been serving up supper for my family at six for 22 years....what should I do? Perhaps it's time to have a new schedule along with the new hubby. Consider, if you moved from west of the Mississippi to oh, Indiana (EST), you'd want to be having dinner at 8PM or later. Be flexible.

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Honest answers please:Do i ask too many questions about God? Does it annoy you to see so many God questions pop up on the home page? Only about as much as seeing questions asking: Could I be pregnant?

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Does anyone actually think there are "death panels" in Obama's health care plan? I for one do not. Palin, for all her patriotic rhetoric, is not committed to the best intentions for this nation. She is committed to a personal ambition which I find to be distasteful; her spouse is a member of a group which advocates for sucession from the union, a treasonous position. She will most certainly be instrumental in increasing the number of militia groups in the US, as well as...

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Why Do Women Ignore Advice From Men? I ignore any unsolicited advice, be it from male or female. I will ignore any advice that I believe was given with malice. I ignore any advice that I feel is not in my character to act on. With a question like this, I'd have to ask; so, have your experiences been THAT bad?

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Are you a love child? Nope! But many of my friends HAD love children.... Might you be one of those P? :D Happy Friday.

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If you were forced to listen to rap music who could you tolerate listening to? Boots Riley and the Coup http://www.myspace.com/thecoupmusic Maxi Jazz Bobby Whiskers

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Why Do Only Men Have Hair Loss Whereas Women Don't? SOme women have hair loss. Here is an article about it. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14342447/

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Certainly we enjoy spending time here at Answerbag - the sincere motivation to help people as well as the chance to have your opinions heard in public is the draw for many - but are there other reasons why so many "hang out" here each day? I actually find it a challenge to see just how much stuff I DO know - and of course, how much I need to learn about.

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When is it a good time to "KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT"? When watching migrating birds.

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Would you like to attend the free Chicago Air and Water Show this weekend? (see link) Oh I hope you have fun there. I was there for the air show once. It is rather disconcerting to have a military helicopter flying down Michigan Ave. Not to mention the stealth in Grant park. I'll pass this time; the noise is awful. But thanks for the invite! :D

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What have you been most disturbing when you have read an answer on AB? What has it been about? I have been disturbed by lots of stuff I read on AB. However, I am most disturbed by some of the stuff I see young people talking about (age: teens and younger).

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What does "water deep" mean and how do I do it? What does "dead heading" mean? These are generally terms related to gardening. To water deep means to give the plant a good soaking through the roots. Dead heading is the act of removing spent blooms from plants. Dead heading allows a plant to devote energy to growth rather than seed production.

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What should be our new religion? Since we know that Judaism, Christianity and Islam is kinda bullshit... Hedonism. The rules: have fun. Don't be a dick. I'm there.

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There's been a lot of little kids (11 - 14 and probably not even that) getting on this site and really acting stupid. Can't AB have a site for them like they do with the adult AB questions? I flagged one today from what appeared to be a kid (although one never knows) that was so vile I almost choked on my coffee. I just posted a Q about age requirements based on TOS. Then I found this one: http://www.answerbag.com/profile/?id=1044860 I like young people and like to talk to them, but they are getting rather prolific on AB and it seems, providing each other with some really...

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I am trying to quit a 12 pack or more a day addiction to diet coke. I need some encouragement. Since it is a lot harder to quit smoking, I can get more inspired by people who stop smoking. Do any AB'rs out there want to take a challenge to try to quit? Take ya up on it. I had my last cig on 8/1. Patches on arm. Pissed off all the time. Drinking water like crazy and can't keep busy enough. - One other way to quit is to move where you can't get it. LOL. My brother had a Mountain Dew addiction that he broke by moving to England where you can't really get any mountain dew.

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Women: Why do you get so self-conscious when your boyfriends watch porn? Some women I've spoken to think it's cheating. Why do you believe it's cheating? I just don't get it. As my husband always says: "I don't care who pumps up the tires as long as I get to ride the bike."

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What is the human mating call? I think it probably sounds like a chimpanzee. Here's your joke answer: YEEHAW. Oh, that was the mating call in Texas.

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The World's population projected to reach 7 billion in 2011. How many more can this earth hold? % years ago, the Brookings Institute predicted that by 2025 the terminal number of humans would begin to decline. I tried to dig out that stat a couple of months ago - but it had changed. We could always talk about Eugenics, a terribly popular topic among the Right, the Christians, and the Conservatives.

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What should expect from my date for this weekend? Picture attached: That your nice shiny pick up truck will, after the date, forever list to starboard.

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What's the first thing that comes to mind when you hear "honey, we need to talk" from your s/o? The first thing that comes to mind is: BUZZ KILL!

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If your 5 year old daughter was diagnosed to die within a year, would you tell her or not? 5 years old is awfully young to grasp the concept of death. Those are some big shoes to walk in, I can only be empathetic and I could never be sure that what I think is right, or wrong.

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I live with my mom, & I wanna live with my dad, but my mom won't let me, since I'm officially a teenager, (13) shouldn't I get to choose where I live? In the US, GENERALLY a child can petition the court to allow custody to the "other" parent after the age of 15. However, the "other" parent has to agree, the court must prove that the "other" parent is financially and emotionally stable, and can provide the child with a stable home, access to healthcare, proper guidance and support. The custodial parent can, and...

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How long should it take in a relationship to find out how much money your s/o really has? Would you ask? How long would you wait to ask? If you're just dating someone, it isn't any of your business. If you are developing a relationship, I think that you should mutually agree to a financial assessment of each other. You should know if your beloved is going to drive you into debt, or be a partner in a balanced, responsible, fiscally sound relationship. And you should do that before you start co-habitating. It is...

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What are your opions on these somewhat lyrics? Do they sound too complicated? WHat lyrics?

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Women: Deep down, isn't it kind of flattering when someone is stalking you? Not likely. Being stalked implies something without consent. I would not be one bit flattered. I would be livid pissed and would be likely to kick some butt.

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They're thinking of making a musical based on the life of singer Amy Winehouse. What would be a good name for it? Public Humiliation. Guttersnipe Glam. Rehab Rocker.

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Why do humans call mice pests? And if they're pests to humans, what are humans pests of? Mice are considered pests because they tend to want to eat the foods we store for use in winter. They are also prone to parasites that carry disease that infect humans. - Humans are pests to all living things that get in humans way. If it is inconvenient to us humans, we get rid of "it". Or we steal its home and build one of our own there, we take it's food for ourselves, we...

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What is the last fruit you ate? How often do you eat fruit? Blackberries for breakfast today. Half an orange at lunch. Maybe some watermelon later this afternoon. I eat as much fruit as I can afford to buy.

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What is your view on assisted suicide? or suicide in general? Personally, I think that if someone has a terminal disease and they have tired of trying to survive, they should be free to have the option of ending their life. And they should be able to do so with dignity as opposed to subterfuge. We should all be able to chose when we've lived to our fullest. Who, other than ourselves, would know that best? (this answer is not an invitation to...

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Why is it becoming harder and harder to get jobs (even before the recession)? More and more people are applying for fewer jobs and employers are using tools that they have no business using (sometimes) to pick and choose what they deem to be the best potential employees. I am referring to the new practice of doing credit checks on people who apply for jobs. In some cases, this might be justified. But it certainly should not be done for jobs like working at a health...

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Les paul died at 94, any comments? The Original Guitar Hero!

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Time names 25 people most responsible for the Financial Crisis. Is it who you suspected? See LINK: Yes, and thanks for posting the link. Interesting and good to allow people to see that it wasn't W that was the root of it all (and I don't often defend W but have found reason to as of late re: his lack of end of term "pardons"). I wasn't surprised at any of this; perhaps my eyebrows did go up a bit with the inclusion of Greenspan.

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I've waited over 20 years for the man that I love to be divorced and now he is but has a girlfriend he doesn't want to hurt but says there are problems. Should I move on or keep waiting? Lots of people have opinion on this, not sure if they have any experience to match. Sometimes, we choose situations based on our needs. I too had a married lover for years; it was expeditious - I didn't want a man living with me, yet, liking men (and sex), I facilitated the affair for other reasons as well. I never intended to "wait" for a divorce, nor did I intend on giving...

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Are you suprised that Democrats are more educated than Republicans? See Link No I am not. Although, the GOP will argue that with you and say that the Republicans have 'more' education. I can't say that it does them any good - most of them, put on the street for a few hours, couldn't think their way out of a paper bag. Of course, you said "Better Educated", not "More Degreed". And there is a VAST difference. LOL

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Does anyone find it kind of amusing that bra terminology ended up using the world "cup"? I mean, using a cup of sugar or having a cup of tea is one thing. But "could I have a cup of breast?"- "Would you like "Grande: or ''Venti''? ;-P And could it be, perhaps, the origins of the phrase: "My cup runneth over?" (joke)

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Which is worse, one night affair or long term affair? and why? Neither is good. One nighters can lead to STDs. One nighters generally lead to other one nighters. The person in a long term, extra marital affair is an oddity. They desire release from a relationship in order to have another relationship which, when they achieve it, they often compromise. Infidelity is not always the sign of character flaws, but it SOMETIMES is. It is also often used as...

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Should fat people pay more to fly? I think I'd prefer to say that over-sized people should pay for over-sized accommodations should they be needed. Is it unfair? I think that the answer is best stated that it is inconvenient at best. Businesses should be forward thinking enough to perhaps have some kind of large person seating, or buffet price, or whatever the gripe. It isn't just "fat" people who have...

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Are parents obligated to show the same love and respect to all their children, even if there is an obvious favourite? Since children learn, or assimilate traits based on the examples they see around them, I think that on a psychological level, parents should KNOW that showing preference sets kids up for hierarchy (and social caste) issues later in their lives. As far as respect is concerned, when instilled at an early age, with all parties colluding in behavior models, kids give as much respect as they...

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What if you believe in EVERYTHING, from God to It was UFO's that brought us here, and in every single religion AND eveloution? What do you call someone like that? Would it be considered a religion? Is it a religion? I read a theory a couple of years ago by someone who was religious commentator. They said that people were accepting "boutique" religion; in other words, putting the elements from different religions into a traditional role in their lives. I can't remember the phrase they used to describe this, I want to say it was "Religion Light". I like to think that like our...

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What is traditional or authentic American cuisine? (By this I mean the kind that originated in the U.S.A) Squash was common and the dish Sucatash is Native American (Corn, bean and squash). Chili, such as jalapeno, what we know as anaheim, and other are indigenous to N.A. Venison, smoked (or pemiccan), buffalo (same), canada goose (and resulting blood soups- although native to EU as well). Berries - cranberry, blueberry; mixed with bear grease and honey made a candy like treat.

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If you owned a donut shop, what would you name it? Hole in One DoNut shop.

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How much would it take for you to clean my toenails and give me a good foot massage? How does that person get shoes on???? Do ya think they wear flip flops all the time? Can they drive? Does a HazMat suit come with the job offer? What percentage tip will you give? (above the 50K just for doing the job)?

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Does wild rice have to be hunted? The Native Americans quite simply just use their canoe paddles as opposed to "Knockers". My husband and I got to do this years ago in Minnesota/Canada (BWCA).

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What's your FAVORITE way of eating your SWEET POTATO? Roasted with lots of spices and some carrots and parsnips. YUM.

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There's a guy who will remain nameless that says I am pathetically naive, the Federal Reserve controls the Presidents and the country since the time of the Kennedys and I should check out his 6 zillion sites about it. Your thoughts? I think that he is ill mannered for assuming you are naive as opposed to skeptical. I think he is a guy with too much time on his hands - ever try running one POPULAR website. LOL. Multiple websites smack of desperate for company conspiracy theorist. Lastly I almost think that the guy could use a crash course on civics and poli-sci as he seems to have his hierarchy confused. As another...

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Maybe someone can save a life. I have a serious problem, im 24, 1 child and no life. I hate myself and I hate my life. I feel like Im a failure in life and im ready to die. My only problem, I love my son to death and dont want to leave him. Do you feel like you're a failure because other people have told you that? Not that it matters much, feeling like a failure is destructive to yourself regardless of where the feelings come from. You need successes in your life in order to overcome your current depressed state. Do you work at a regular job? If not, perhaps you could find a place to volunteer; something that you like or...

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"If voting actually changed anything, then it would be illegal." Who said that? Someone did, but I forgot who? Also, what do you think of that? :/ I believe it was Emma Goldman. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Goldman

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What is the single most romantic thing you have ever done? Went for an evening canoe ride with husband (we weren't married yet) on a lake in the BWCA at full moon. The loons were on the lake, the canoe paddles were mostly silent, the trees were beginning to turn color - it was magic and unforgettable.

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Can we get an Atheist roll call? Feel free to leave a reason if you like. Atheist - began questioning family religious traditions at 12 years old. By university, I had settled firmly into atheism. - Thanks for your question!

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I just went into the ER lastnight thinking I had a bleeding skin tag and came out thinking it was a type of staph infection. the doctor did nothing, he didnt drain it, or swab it, just gave me antibiotics and that was it. Should I get another opinion? Yes, get another opinion. Instead of an ER doc, make an appointment with your GP. That is, if you have insurance to do so. If your GP doesn't give you any satisfaction, chase your way into a dermatologist. Skin conditions are not something to take lightly.

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Does the amount of yeast in a woman's diet determine the likelihood of her contracting a yeast infection? The amount of yeast and yeast derived foods in the diet will only affect a woman who has an allergy or sensitivity to candida and molds. Yeast infections can be brought on by anti-biotics (and treated with a one time taken pill), and high blood sugar. There are other things which can bring it on - a yeast infection is the twin to "Thrush", which is a condition very similar, but...

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Some people start to feel "shaky" when they start getting hungry and have to eat right away! How well do YOU handle hunger before you HAVE to eat? I am not sure that feeling "shaky" is considered simple hunger. When the body (and mind) begin to suffer physical difficulties due to lack of energy, it is often that the body is not functioning properly - like the endocrine system is out of whack. It is one thing to be hungry - stomach growling, empty pang hungry - and another to be nutrient starved because something is not working...

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What is the oldest business/company still operating in America today? Remington Arms. I figured it would be a munitions manufacturer. Up for target practice Payton? :D

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Can anyone tell me a good comeback if someone says to you "So when are you ever going to get a boyfriend?" (Because I tried saying "When I want one" But they replied "So you think you can just get one whenever you want?" And I didn't have a comeback) My response would be "When you learn to mind your own business." That ought to shut them up.

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Anyone else likes it when gramer nazis get mad? :D Oh gor, I am a grammar nazi, but not on AB. I am a professional editor, so I can't help myself. Hi new friend, and WOOHOO Louisiana. I lived in Sliddel LA in 2002, 2003. Sold my condo - and it washed away in '05.

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My husband walked out and left his ring behind and hasn't come back. I am contemplating suicide. Why should I not do it? You should be rejoicing that you are now free of a man who could not be loyal to your vows. Now you can find a more loyal partner, live alone, or just enjoy the freedom that single life can give.

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Have you seen someone sniff their armpits? i seen this today and im very disturbed!! I guess you never saw a FISH CALLED WANDA....

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What are some gestures of affection that both women and men could appreciate from their partner? Getting the feet rubbed.....

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Can I come stay with you for a while? I'm bored of florida. I'll tell you what, you can trade houses with me for awhile - I'm bored too. But this offer is rescinded if you aren't on the water. :D

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Cash for clunkers? Obama would have you believe it's getting gas guzzlers off the road. How can that be if the dealers sell the 'clunkers' as used cars yo?... Ok, I'm going to try another tact here because I like Ec Nal - Think about all the platinum in catalytic converters - gold and copper in wiring systems and chips. Scrape steel and plastics. The platinum alone from cat boxes is worth a lot of $. If techies dreamed up a way to vac up platinum from roadsides (and they have), where cat boxes and other parts spew it, then how much cheaper...

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Can you name something that's majestic? To tie with my buddy The Chief, I say the Grand Tetons are majestic. :D Actually, I think a crane flying against the sky is majestic.... an eagle taking a fish in its talons from a body of water is majestic... An ancient tree, scarred by fire and still standing is majestic.... A human who has risen to their full potential can be majestic... AND sometimes, cops in uniforms are very...

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Do you think that people with a high I.Q. have an excessively active mind and they may find it difficult to calm their minds to do meditation? I found for myself that calming the mind that is overactive is a discipline that once learned, is invaluable. I am not sure that we can assume everyone with a high IQ has an excessively active mind... they probably have a curious mind, which is always active, but I think that intelligence lends itself to understanding how to control inner urges, passions, desires. Of course, not everyone who...

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Without using a compass how can you tell which directions are north, south, east, and west? I depend on street signs. For rural areas: in the Day time look for moss on north facing side of tree trunk. At night, watch for moon rise (or set), check the position of the stars. I lived for many years in places where Lake Michigan was east.

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Who would be on your top 3 list of the greatest drummers of all time? Stewart Copeland Gene Krupa Ginger Baker

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Weather bodes well for shuttle landing plan at Cape Canaveral, FL. Why did we put the prime landing site in such a weather-pleagued location? See LINK: Anguilla answered before I could re-find this Q and do so. If I remember correctly, the accelerated boost from launching at equator is like 1000MPH compared to launching someplace else.

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Which famous persons or celebrities were at a given time and maybe in a given context, clearly identified by their first name, even if they did not chose it as pseudonym? (like John, Paul, George and Ringo) Sartre, John-Paul.

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Can woman do anything? I generally don't bitchslap men based on gender politics. But, obviously, those who can't live with women probably have never learned to appreciate the fact that not only are we more flexible in thought than most men are, but we tend to have less specialization - something to do with nurturing while still holding a job, being the glue of a family, taking care of a home, raising the...

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Obama is recruiting the US citizens to spy on each other. Does this not remind you of when Hitler recruited the German citizens to spy on one another? I see how the rabid negativity band has not bothered to even check your sources. I find the reference link interesting. So, more jets for our elected officials? And you don't find that a nice way to spend our tax dollars?

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Have you ever acted in any type of production? Yes. I did summer stock theater - one show as an extra. I did not like being on stage - rather work behind the scenes..... I used to get stage fright.

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Do you really remember where you were when you heard that John Lennon had been assassinated? Yes. I had just returned home from a hospital where a dear friend of mine was - she had a brain aneurysm that day on the job and was dying. I went home where my ex-husband was watching a football game. I decided to go to bed (depressed about friend). When the game was interrupted to make announcement about Lennon, he came in to tell me. It really didn't sink in until the next day. It...

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Do you really remember where you were when you heard that Marilyn Monroe had died? I was about 10 years old and sitting in my GFs mom's bedroom when we heard it. It didn't affect me at the time, although I knew who she was.... I was a little girlie - I didn't care.

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If you heard the reaction of Laura Ling when she saw Bill Clinton waiting for her, and Rush Limbaugh's take on it, how do you think Ms. Ling might have reacted if it had been Limbaugh waiting there for her? Rush was as churlish as he normally is. If it were one of his kids he would have probably demanded the president himself go to north korea and bring the kid home. Truth is, I can't imagine seeing Bill Clinton waiting for me either.... I'd have thought "But I don't even have a blue dress."

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When you have a cold would you rather have a runny nose or a stuffy nose? When I have a cold???? How does one know they have a cold when they have allergies that make the nose both run and stuff up. Argh. I am dependent on Sinex nosespray to breathe.

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Do you have a habit of comparing yourself to others? Is this a healthy habit or an unhealthy one? I think we all compare ourselves to others, even when we know better. It is human nature to think we are like everyone else, or that everyone else is like us. It is in the quiet moments, or the times of stress that we find we are singular.

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In order to make ends meet, would you rent-out a spare room to a boarder? It would depend on the boarder. It would have to be someone who I knew.

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Are the acai berry and colon cleanse weight loss ads on this site a scam? I was wondering if any one had tried them. Honestly, I thought almost all ads were scams..... acai berry is expensive at organic markets though. It tastes nasty to me unless mixed in fuzzy water.

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My debit card is being declined online, but when I look at my account on online banking, my account is fine. I have not overspent my account. What could be going on? If you loaded your credit card info into your computer system, and have not updated it - and your credit card has updated, it might be showing it as invalid. That happens to me using iTunes - I have to make sure I update my info each time my credit card co. sends me a new card or updates my security code. If you load the credit card info each time you make a purchase, maybe your bank went...

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Does anyone here keep a farm animal as a pet? Not any longer, but I used to have 2 geese. I loved them and last time I checked, they were still alive. My husband used to have a pig. He and his brother had to have the pig butchered. They said the pig was delicious.

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Can flies hear their own buzzing? Only in the forest where there is one hand clapping. Hey Police.... how are ya. Not seen you around in a while.

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What kind of fruit would you compare your breasts too? i.e. grape, watermelon, banana.... Nope, not grapes. Watermelon? I don't think so; a good watermelon has a hollow plunk sound when finger snapped. Banana? Hardly. Maybe Mangoes. Fit nicely in the hand, good balanced weight. Any more than that I will not divulge.

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Cash for clunkers? Obama would have you believe it's getting gas guzzlers off the road. How can that be if the dealers sell the 'clunkers' as used cars yo?... OK. Maybe a pro word...? My husband sells cars (wholesale though) for GMAC. When clunker deal is approved (and banks do not work on sunday so no finance), an order to "Clunker" the title goes to BMV of state of registration. Title is rendered "CLUNKER". No system is fail proof, but this one has lots of stop gaps. After deal is approved, Dealership mechanic shop...

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I've just had my shower re-tiled and grouted. I had asked for white grout but a brown color was applied. Is there anyway I can change the color of the grout only without taking it all apart? I agree with the person who suggested that you speak to the contractor who did the job for you. It was your request to have white grout and that was not done. The contractor did not do the job as agreed. At the very least, there should be some kind of financial stipend made. As far as correcting the problem: painting or colorizing the grout is kind of a waste of work. It looks tacky and...

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What does your backyard look like? What does it have? A pool. An organic veggie garden with herb beds. 12 pink flamingoes. A gazebo. A madagascar jasmine vine. Raider, the patio panther. And, ME.

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What gets your engine humming? A great song with complex syncopation.

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Upside-Down Flag Sparks Neighborhood Protest. Is the upside-down flag legitimate free speech or an outrage on patriotism? See LINK: The United States flag, displayed upside down, is a sign of dire distress, or emergency. Originally used for signaling for help, or acknowledging defeat, it is not encouraged as an expression of protest. However, as we do not need to use our flag to signal any longer, I think that if a private citizen feels that the nation is in dire distress, they have the right to display the flag as they...

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What was the most expensive car you ever owned? 1995 cadillac sts - black interior, black out windows, black outside. It was a GREAT car for about 5 years.

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I smoke weed every once in a while and so do my parents, they think i don't know i dont want to tell them i smoke, how do i strike up a conversation without letting them know i smoke? It may be difficult to start a conversation about something which is illegal EVEN IF YOU KNOW YOUR PARENTS ARE DOING IT. You don't mention your age, not that it really makes a difference regarding your smoking activities. But it does make a difference in confidence or comfort levels - are you comfortable talking to your parents about other things? If so, then find a quiet and relaxed...

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Can you name a famous dancer? Joaquin Cortes, Es., Flamenco, This man will melt the pants off a statue.... honestly. Find a vid of him dancing.

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I called my boss stupid. I didn't say it to his face but he found out somehow. I got a warning and was told to apologize. Was I really that wrong? I didn't say it to him so I don't really see it as being disrespectfull? Any opinions? Lesson to learn: never say anything behind someone's back that you wouldn't say to their face. Is it disrespectful? Who said anything about respect? Respect has to be earned, not given blindly. So, your boss IS stupid.... maybe so, but if you can't say it to his/her face, then you should find another way to express yourself that you CAN say without being offensive or...

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Clinton just got the two journalist released from N Korea . Do you think this is a plus or negative for the Obama Administration or is it of no affect? Personally, I don't think it matters much one way or another that Obama is sitting in the white house and Bill went to pick up the girls. (ahem). It is illustrative though of how NOT taking such an absolute hard line in foreign policy makes it easier to work with rogue nations.

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What ingredient(s) is in every type of cheese (including organic goat cheese)? Rennet and of course, salt. Those are the ingredients needed to make cheese. However, since you posted this Q under allergies, and since I am allergic (sometimes) to cheese, I have to assume you mean mold, or bacteria. Anyone with allergies to mold may find that cheese exacerbates the reaction when mold counts are high.

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What would be a really silly thing to have a patron saint of, besides breakfast sausages? St. Glitch, the patron saint of computer crashes. St. Delmore, the patron saint of Sandwiches. St. Idaho, the patron saint of potato chips. St. Cucumber, the patron saint of pickles.

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Today, August 3, is National Watermelon Day. Do you have any comments? I like watermelon. It does sometimes "talk back" if you know what I mean. Maybe it just wanted its own special day.... LOL

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How do you wriggle out of the trouble that what you say gets you into? I don't wiggle. I simply admit that I made a mistake and I apologize. Apologizing and admitting to an error is FREE, it does not hurt. Generally, it just makes one stronger.

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I have always enjoyed the smell of a man's cologne on his neck! Where do YOU enjoy smelling it THE BEST; please be POLITE in answering!? Gloriosa Apescent! Neck , it just has to be the neck.

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Guys have been known to buy their girlfriends, significant others, and wives little "puppies" as gifts with a big red bow tied around their necks! But what would you think or feel if he came home with a BIG 'OLE COLORFUL MACAW that repeats his name? Well, you know what I'd think.... :D Time for a cleaning person. LOL

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Two works attributed to Mozart, age 7 or 8. How does such a prodigy happen? See LINK: Have you heard the pieces? Not so fabulous. Yes, perhaps they were done by a child. It's an interesting by-note to a genius (mad), but you know, as a creative person I know that not all output by an artist SHOULD be available to the public. Consider how many masterpieces of painted art are revised (viewed only by technology). How many poems, chapters and sentences do you think were...

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Does your congressmen represent your interests in your opinion? Not my congressmen. (and they ARE all men). Considering me living HERE, I doubt they ever would represent my interests.

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Why do people put up fences? To keep the neighbors out and to keep the family in. - Not so Old proverb: Good fences make good neighbors.

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Do you take good care of your feet? Yes, I do try to do so. I give myself a full pedicure every 2 weeks, I oil my feet at night and lotion them after showers. They don't look too bad - and my Dr. says they are healthy. Diabetics need to take care of feet ...

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What makes a stain? Chocolate makes a pretty harsh stain if not attended to immediately.

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As good as chocolate is, what might not be good, coated in chocolate? Asparagus. Euw.

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Women, is your index finger and your ring finger the same or nearly the same length? Men, is your index finder shorter than your ring finger? Then you are both 'typical'. It appears to be a hormonal developement that is evident in even infants. My ring finger is much longer than my index finger. None of my fingers are close in length. What does that mean? (I am a FREAK!) LOL

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Whenever I have to make a phone call. . . . . . .for WHATEVER reason. . . . . . .I actually feel myself being repulsed by the phone and HATING to talk on it! Why? I have the same problem. I used to have to be on the phone for my job for hours every day. I hate the phone now..... Did you ever work a "phone job"? (receptionist, bill collector, customer service, sales)

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If the big toe is shorter than the toe next to it - it is considered a sign of good luck in men. The same feature in women will mean that they will be wild and uncontrollable. Are these interpretations sexist and discriminatory? Actually, if big toe is shorter, it means that someone has "hammer toes" and might find it painful later in life. :D

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Can you name something that you might spit on before using? Plastic garbage bags that come on rolls - so hard to separate unless rubbed together with a bit of moisture....

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If the Federal Government can't administer a program like "cash for clunkers" why in the heck would we want them to administer our health program? First it was "Where is the stimulus money?" Now that its out there, you're all complaining? What? Nothing in it for you yet? Jim answered this Q in the best way - by stating the obvious. The Cash for Clunkers program worked - it moved so many cars that the G couldn't keep up with the applications. And there is now more money available for the program as of today...

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Racist e-mail sparks questions on free speech, image of the police. What do you think? Free Speech or grounds for disciplinary action? See LINK: Great question Jim. Personally, I always try to make sure I say nothing online, in writing, or with physical words unless I want it to be public knowledge. There is no such thing as privacy anymore (if there happens to be a private thing, it probably won't last long...). A person's email is not their own if they are using a corporate computer. If you are at work, and you are on...

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I see two factions. There is one that thinks our president is the saviour and another that thinks he is the political equivalent of the anti-Christ. Did these groups start independently, or did one arise as a response to the other? As I see it you've left out a few other factions. Like the one that thinks Obama is just a guy who is trying to do the best he can with what he's got to work with. And then there are those who just vote for the lesser of 2 evils. I voted for him because I appreciate his foreign policy tactics. Not because I thought he could save America from itself.

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What's the point of voting for a republican if they are not for lower taxes and smaller government anymore? Society is homogenized, why not politicians too? ALL politicians, the annointed and the less so, MUST please the people who are writing the checks. Has it ever been any other way? We fool ourselves now and then by assuming that one candidate is more "like" us than another. So we vote for them (perhaps). Then we find that it is what we thought it would be like - sell out for...

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Microsoft will offer browser choice to European users. Does it make USA users angry that we have no such antitrust protection here? See LINK: Interesting. Do you think MS is trying to woo Brasil? BR does not allow MS computers in gov or edu because of antitrust issues with MS. Citizens can use MS, but BR gov refuses to sign on to anti trust due to their open source and copyright law. As a mac user, I could care less as I can use one or more of any browser I like....

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If you worked for SETI, when people at cocktail parties asked what you do, would you tell them you look for extra terrestrials? SETI didn't really look for extra-terrestrials, it sought genuine radio signals of intelligent origins from space. There were also a number of other similar experiments: Ozma (1st intentional radio search for ET intelligence), the Harvard University/Planetary Society META (megachannel extraterrestrial assay program), the Ohio state uni search, the SERENDIP project of the Uni of Cal....

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I am thinking of getting my ear lobes pierced and wearing studs in them. Do you think it will be a good idea to do so at the age of 56? Oh yes, do. Age is irrelevant to wearing of ear jewelry. Tell me, will you eventually be inserting those larger spools? Or were the spool earrings not used in India? I always wondered about the spool earrings. Lots of men here get them.... I like pierced ears on men... and have been trying to convince my husband to get an ear pierced. He's just too corporate. :D Suby, the widget...

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What's another name for a politician? Soliloquist and Toro Fecundian. (I made that up just for you Payton)

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Since morphine is so addictive is it still used? I had a morphine drip in my IV last time I was in hospital (2006). It was also set up so I could press a button and get relief 'on demand'. After 2 days, I asked that it be removed. I like it way too much.

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Why is female circumcision done and are there any benefits accruing to the circumcised women? It is also done for the purpose of: "Giving a woman a graceful, gliding walk". In other words, she can not move her legs well enough to take normal steps. Here is a book to break your heart: "Possessing the Secret of Joy", by ALice Walker. I wept through most of that book.... Now I know a couple of women from Africa who have had partial circumcisions.

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The Cambridge Police Officer who arrested Professor Gates tried to saved the life of Boston Celtics star Reggie Lewis with mouth-to-mouth resucitation. Does that change your opinion on his being a racist? See LINK: I didn't think he was a racist. I thought that he was ego driven. Now that I hear the entire story, I guess Gates and the cop might have been clashing egos. Two wrongs do not make a right.

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Dan Rather quiped that, "An intellectual snob is someone who can listen to the William Tell Overture and not think of The Lone Ranger." By that standard, are you an intellectual snob? Yes, I am an elitist intellectual snob.

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"I'm living so far beyond my income that we may almost be said to be living apart." - e e cummings. In today's economy, anybody feeling that way? +5 for quoting ee cummings. :)

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So. . . . .the award-winning television series, "MAD MEN", is coming back on for another season! Are you looking FORWARD to it? Or are you insulted by it? I have never seen it. Is it good? Would you recommend it to me for entertainment? (I like to watch documentaries and stuff - or, porn for professors as my husband says). Will I like it if I watch it? I was a young adult in the 60s......

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Why do (some) people think just because your older means your wiser? By percentage, those who have gained experience with their years tend to have learned lessons which guide them for the rest of their lives. Not all older people are wise. Not all younger people aren't wise. I know some people who are older and are dumb as a box of rocks. I know some young people who are stunningly smart. Stereotyping is not necessarily in the best interest of anyone.

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What kind of products are you brand loyal with? 7th Generation Hypo-allergenic toilet paper and facial tissue. Vivi brand paper towel. Looza apricot nectar. Zig Zag cigarette papers. New York times. Kenya AA coffee Coppolla Sauvignon Blanc B&M baked beans Dawn dish detergent Hagan Daz ice cream Just Fruit organic dried peaches listerine mouthwash advil djarm kreteks

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HOW CONFUSED ARE YOU ABOUT OBAMA'S HEALTHCARE REFORM? I listened to his speech which appeared to be replete with rhetoric. Non of the pundits agree with anything he said. At first it sounded GOOD. . . .then the pundits began to scare me with "sense". The propaganda factory has fired up. You can listen to the fear mongering groups, you can educate yourself, or you can let someone else TELL you what to believe. Personally, I think there is more fear mongering than there is ambiguity. A "pundit" is what? A talking head? A critic? - You know what they say about critics: a critic is a person who criticizes what they...

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What do you think that the real reason is for "the Obama" wanting to fast track such a costly program like Health care reform? There is one flaw to Obama and that is his attempts to empathize with Americans. He doesn't have time or resources to single out the people who he wishes would be able to reap the benefits of health care reform this year. Beyond that, it has to be the rare person who hasn't considered that if they lost their job, how they would continue to have health insurance. Sit down sometime...

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On a scale from 1 to 10 with 1 being no more informative then before the conference and 10 being very informative, how would you rate "the Obama's" press conference on Health care reform? 8. I understand more than I did before. I understand also that the fear mongering factory is still producing plenty of fear for the American people. Too bad that is the only thing manufactured in this country anymore.

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Are we tired of hearing "let me be clear" yet? I want to be certain of making myself perfectly clear: No.

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Why has my originally red Japanese Maple tree leaves turned copper brown? The leaves still look healthy and the tree is full but why did it turn and is it possible to make it go back to red? I have Japanese maples in my front yard. They start off really red and turn green as the summer progresses. The amount of green they become has something to do with light and water. I used to have japanese emperor trees (dwarf) at my last house and they were always red (in spring, summer and fall). There are so many types of japanese maple and they all have different characteristics.

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Are you a repository of useless information? I am a font of useless and trivial information. As are most of the people on this site. ROFLMAO.

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Do you think being gay is a sin?? I think so because i think it's psychological more than physical problem..so no one is born gay..and he can be cured just like other disease??what do you think? I do not believe that being gay is a "Psychological" problem. Have you considered that there is a significant number of humans born whose gender is indeterminate at birth? Often those people have a gender chosen for them by the attending physician. What of those people? I do not see being gay as a disease, and frankly, although I somewhat understand your own cultural belief on...

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Forget downrating opinions. How often do you uprate some answers (or questions) just because the persons express a similar *opinion* to yours? I give points for correct answers, and yes, I have been known to give points because an answer is very close to what I gave, or would've given. But aren't most of our answers supposed to be 'correct'? AB implies that we are giving answers, not opinions. - makes me want to ask some questions, this does.... :D - So, how often do you answer a Q with what you believe to...

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Does "noise" ever make you feel like your nerves want to jump out of your skin? Yes, there are times when the parrots will drive me literally out of the house and into the car. After I've dealt with the crappy traffic around here, I come home thinking that it is calm.... its all about perspective. LOL

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Have you ever had a nightmare, featuring THIS character? (I know that I soon WILL, having seen this.) Gives new meaning to the term "Shut your pie hole." I did like the music though....

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What book have you read that's had a positive effect on your behavior? The Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen

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When did you move into your present home? September 2005.

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By what specific criteria do you deem someone to be "racist"? I am not asking for dictionary definitions, I am asking for your personal criteria by which YOU deem someone racist. I shall stipulate mine in an answer. I think that racism, like any form of prejudice is, as stated by everyone above, a hatred, or marginalization of someone or a group, based on their race or ethnicity. It is hard for me to consider racism on its own. It falls into that state of negativity that I lump misogyny, homophobia and any kind of invalidation due to personal hatred. I find that people who are racist are also generally...

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There is talk that Congress may tax soft drinks as one way to help pay for health care for everyone. What do you think of this proposal? Since I don't drink soda or soft drinks, I don't care. Probably like non-smokers don't care that cigs are taxed hugely.....

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Why do people believe in ghosts, when there is no proof of them? "We also know how cruel the truth often is, and we wonder whether delusion is not more consoling." ~ Henri Poincare, (1854-1912)

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How long does shipping take from UK to america Regular post anywhere from 7 to 10 days.

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What is an appropriate tip for the maid at a hotel/motel? If you stay more than one night would you wait until your stay ended and give one tip? from The Tipping Guide: # Maids/Housekeeping Staff -- A wide range is acceptable here, depending on the level of extra service and hotel level, but generally from $1-$5 per night. It is best to do your tipping daily, since you might have different people cleaning your room. Whatever you decide to leave, be sure to put the money in a sealed envelope, clearly marked, so there is no confusion as...

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Is there someone particular you wish was in your life now, but isn't. Yes. I miss my Aunt. She died in 2002.

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While walking our dogs, we saw a tiny baby bird sitting in the street. It had soft feathers & immature wings. My husband said it probably fell out of the nest & put him in the grass.We saw no nest! The "mother" was watching! What else could we have done? Unless you're prepared to raise a fledgling yourself, you did the only thing you could do. Baby birds often sit on the ground when first fledging. Parent birds will often wait until the baby is ready for another flight, and then will lead the baby to shrubbery, or a safe branch. Robins are particularly seen to behave in such a manner. Even with immature wings, a bird may fledge. A...

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Would you admit on answerbag to having smoked marijuana? Of course I would not. Does anyone have a twinkie?

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What do you think about this music? Like something I would hear played at the spa as I get a pedicure. Not something I'd want to drive to, or clean to (narcoleptic cleaning anyone????)

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I'm a 15 year old girl. I have a 17 year old boyfriend. We have been together for 2 months now. And he is pushing me to have sex with him. I have told him that I'm not redy yet, but he says that He is getting tierd of waiting. What should I do? If you have told someone you are not ready, and you have done so more than once, the next thing to say is NO. If he pushes still, remind him that he is a step away from assault, or rape. That may cool his intent a bit, at least for a short time. Do not let some horny kid manipulate you into doing what you are not ready, or not inclined to do. If he tells you that he'll find someone...

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Does constant masturbation make one sick? I can't imagine that it would; however, if a person constantly masturbates, there may be an underlying physical or psychological problem. Most people know when to stop. If you don't, then maybe there IS some kind of issue.

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How can I get meldew orders out of t-shirts? If you mean mildew odors, use a tiny amount of chlorine bleach in the wash. You can also put damp t-shirts (and undies for that matter) in the microwave which will kill any bacterial things in the fabric. (make sure there isn't any metal bits in the fabric first).

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Physically, it is possible to remove or hide a scar. Can this happen psychologically as well? I believe that physical scars can be treated much like tattoo removal and can be diminished with laser treatments. As far as psychological scars ... hmmm. I think you're on your own with that. I am sure a good therapist might be able to assist you.

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Do you appreciate your enemies? I'm not sure that "appreciate" would be the right term. I never underestimate my enemies, nor do I invalidate their strengths. But, do I appreciate them? Only if appreciation extends as far as realizing that they can make things 'interesting' now and then.

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Have you ever removed a ceramic tile floor? How? I've used a plugging chisel to take up ceramic floor tiles. Be careful not to take too big of a bite or you'll get into your underlayment (under floor). If the under floor is moist with trapped water, you might want to use something else. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:62351-copy.jpg URL shows tool.

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Do you DIY or hire someone? My husband & I do most everything ourselves. I will admit to having a company put on our last roof; I like my husbands intact. Since I do interior design, and husband does building with me, we prefer to do our own work - we get exactly what we want, we spend less (so accrue more equity), and we know the job is done righteously.

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This may should dumb but can a man wear a tampon? Everyone who answered assumed you meant "Wear a tampon" INTERNALLY. You could pin one to your sleeve and wear it as decoration. If you wanted to insert a tampon into your body, there are only a few orifices that it could fit in ... and people just can't understand WHY you'd want to do this. - Women, who have to wear tampons (or something like them), especially...

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Have you ever written stories for a newspaper? Yes, I was entertainment and culture reporter for a small resort town newspaper for 3 years. I also do freelance stories now, online and print media.

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What is the worst mistake a journalist can make? Becoming the news they are reporting on.

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When does journalism become litature? When is it something people want to read? I am not sure that journalism does become literature. To be literature, certain criteria must be met. To be journalism, other criteria must be met. There isn't much space for the two to meet. Although, literature can emulate journalism. An example of that might be Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood". Investigative reporting can be so well done, that it becomes classic...

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What are some 'rare' books only found in the Library of Congress? Well, they do have a Gutenberg Bible there .... on display. I'm not a bible kind of person, but I was impressed.

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Has anyone here won a writing award? Zoetrope Short Story Workshop New Century Writer Awards 1999 Category I SHORT STORIES & NOVEL EXCERPTS THE VIENNESE DOLL HOUSE – Anita Crocus UNCLE ALBERT’S DOLPHIN – Tom Yarborough SOPHIE AND RUPERT – Valerie Reynolds A FINE DAY FOR DUCKS – Jody Kuchar FIVE SOLDIERS – Edward Tsue Yes. I would be one of those listed above.

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If i see something on the internet that belongs to j.w rowling and someone body is using it how can i tell j.k. rowling about it If you suspect someone of plagiarism, report the content and the users name to the webmaster of the site where you saw it. You can also send email to the authors publisher who may be interested in knowing. You can confront the plagiarist in written form on the website. - I have had my work plagiarized, have caught people plagiarizing other authors, and, have reported people for it, on...

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Dose a women still get their periods after they have gotten their tubes tide, also whats the benifets of getting that done. I know you cant get pregnant again so the guy dosnt have to use condoms ever again. Condom use is more about safer sex than they are about the prevention of pregnancy. There are more reliable ways to not get pregnant than condoms. - To answer your question, yes, a woman will still have a monthly cycle if her tubes are tied, or even if she has no tubes - at least until menopause occurs.

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What did you learn from your father that you will never forget? How to drive backwards around a cul-de-sac with hitting the curb in a cadillac.

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Selling virginity. as is no warrenty. slightly used. only driven to church on sundays by a little old lady.JK. any buyers? Never assume a little old lady wouldn't know how to do more than "Slightly Use" a bit of virginity. I am not interested for myself - I like my purchases BRAND NEW and not "as is".But I must ask the going price in case a friend IS interested. LOL LOL

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Have you, or anyone you have known, ever gone "HILLBILLY FISHING?" I believe this is also called "SNOGGIN." I'd like to learn more about it, but I would NEVER want to try it... You just missed National Catfish Day: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Catfish_Day I always heard NOODLING was using an ultra light, 8+ foot pole, jigging off the bottom.....

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What can I do to impress you? Stand on your head and spit quarters AND have monkeys jump out of your butt. Kidding. But wouldn't it be cool if someone could do that???? :D

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What did you learn from your mother that you'll never forget? Not to become an alcoholic.

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Just out of curiosity, where is all of this visceral hate from the liberals about Sara Palin coming from? Does she threaten them in some way? Dude, she is incompetent. She is hypocritical. I can't stand hypocrites. In fact, I hate hypocrites. If that constitutes "visceral hate", then go ahead and accuse me of it. It matters about as much as you caring what the rest of the world thinks about "your country". If I thought she stood a chance at getting elected, I'd volunteer until I dropped dead in...

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Make me feel better about this aging process, please! How much has YOUR body been creeking, cracking and crunching lately? I keep thinking that if I believe its bad now, what will it be like later? Every tear, bump, thump or whomp I ever experienced has revisited me now for the last 10 years. New ones come around every day. I thought that by being physical, working out, dancing, that i would be in better shape as I aged. It was all vicious lies..... - Although if you think about it, ouches are much better...

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Would you like to go for a walk? Yeah, where we going????? Should I bring my walking stick?

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How do you tell if its ivory or the real deal New ivory is illegal and should not be offered for sale anywhere in the USA or well, anywhere. If it is new ivory, and you buy it, you are implicated in a poaching program. Old ivory can be sold. I have bought certified mastodon ivory beads, (fossil provenance). To tell if you are looking at real ivory, hold the piece up to the light, you may need to change angles to see STRIATIONS - or...

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Does second hand marijuana smoke show up on drug tests? Yes, it does.

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How long does it take for weed to show up in a urine test. same day, next day, 2,3,4,5,6,7 days does anyone know There are estimates from 72 hours to 14 days. There are "test clean" products on the market. These do work somewhat. They make your urine so diluted that a test rarely works. You'll be made to retest later, or will be suspected of using a product to test cleaner. - Best bet: 7 to 10 days without weed - or being around it.

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Is there a limit on how many questions we can ask & answer every day? If so, what's the limit? Does it depend on what level you're on? I did reach a limit once. It was a while ago, but the site would not allow me to post more questions.

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Is it legal to use remote listening devices to listen into someones home? Is it legal for police to? And if so, with a warrant for instance, what would be the circumstances? Is not paying bills cause for a warrant for police search? I do not believe that not paying the bills is a reason for anyone to install a listening device in your home, on your phone lines, cell phone, or computer. I do not believe that non-payment of bills is a civil matter. If a business entity (mortgage company, bank) recalls a loan (forecloses or defaults), they will retain the services of a county sheriff to serve papers on the individual whose...

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Since cattle are an incredible source of methane that goes into the atmosphere is it better to cut beef out of the human diet and go to other sources such as chickens or just vegetables? Anything humans consume to produce energy is somewhat wasteful as we are rather inefficient energy consumers. - You can eliminate meat, which helps with things such as you stated (methane gas), land needed to raise cattle, resources to process meat, fuels to move meat.... - Chickens produce prodigious amounts of fecal material which is becoming a real problem around chicken production...

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Electric bill, Rent or Food? If you could only pay for one, witch would it be? Rent; once that is paid, getting the food to give myself energy to find $$$ to pay bills.....

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If Mother Theresa, Gandhi, Rosa Parks, or another person of that caliber died at the same time as Michael Jackson, who do you think would get more media attention, more attention overall, and why? No one would trump Jackson for attention. Our society (as a whole) doesn't value the moral as much as it seems to value the entertaining. - IMHO, the headline grabbing that Jackson's death has brought on, globally, is indicative of an ego-centric population that has nothing to identify with other than the adventures of someone else. - I think it is terribly wasteful and sad. -...

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Do you enjoy being around REALLY SMART people; i.e. physicists, doctors, scientists, astronomers. . . .etc. etc.? Or do you find them intimidating or boring? I do enjoy the company of curious minded people. I also enjoy the company of accomplished people, adventurous types, and free thinkers. I never find true intellectual curiosity boring or intimidating. I also have the fault of assuming that everyone is smart (until they prove otherwise). That is a serious buzz killer.

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Have you ever got in to a debate, if so what was it about? Yes. Politics, existentialism, religion, spirituality, social issues, and Yes, death, life and the yin/yang of it all.

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I don't like to judge people or their "tastes" in whatever. . . . . .but could someone PUHLEEZ explain to me why-y-y-y-y RAP MUSIC is so popular? It's really just people "speaking" words; not really singing! How do you even dance to it? Until a few years ago, I too would have said I did not like rap music. Then, I heard some hip hop and rap artists from the UK. I instantly fell in love with the music, the poetry and, the political messaging. I was so completely against the violent, misogynistic lyrics and messages of American rap artists. I thought it was nasty all the sex talk and the dry humping in public. I mean, come...

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Why believe in the Bermuda Triangle when more ships, people & aircraft disappear in the Bering sea & Alaska? Has it got anything to do with Sarah Palin watching Russia from her backyard? - Is there a giant black hole like void in the middle of Alaska where money, planes and liberals get sucked into? - I think it has to do with those pesky otters in and around Bering Sea. They've multiplied since bans on hunting and now, they just might be aliens that are abducting unwary humans and pulling...

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When you only HEAR the word "ANTEATER," do you visualize a four-footed insectivore, or an incestuous nephew? (I didn't USED to think of anything besides the animal, but lately...) Twisted, that's all. You are twisted. Then again, it has been said that an older womans' job is to indoctrinate the younger man into the pleasures of sex.......... Maybe, just maybe, you've pointed out another use for Auntie.

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Is it Catsup or Ketchup? I like catchup..... or ketchup. Catsup sounds like something the cat does and after he's done, whatever he's 'supped' isn't good anymore.

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It's 2:45. Do YOU say, "quarter BEFORE 3," "quarter TO 3," "quarter OF 3," "quarter 'TIL 3," or how do you say that time, in your section of the USA (assuming you are in the USA)? Each region of the USA has its own way, right? I say either 2-forty-five, or, quarter to..... Down south, they sometimes say: quarter of in Wisconsin they say twofortyfive. California.... quarter to..... - Indiana: can't say I've noticed any one way....

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I say "Ray-ban" you say? Yes. Never settle for less than the best! 2 pair. One Ray Charles good; the other a bit more Girlie.....

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Welll he is mentally abusing me saying that im worthless and calling my names everyday and that i cant do anything right i clean cook do his laundry i do everything for him and he shows he dont care. Get out. Go to a shelter. Go to a friends house. Report him to police. Take out a restraining order. Get yourself free..... There are other men. There is YOU. YOU matter more than some unappreciative man....

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Do Identity Theft Protection Services Really Work? Identity theft services promise much more than they can deliver. Most of them do insure the individual in case of ID theft. That just covers the cost of retaining legal help, court costs, running around to police dept and DMV to make reports and get new IDs. There is no guarantee that a person will not get their ID stolen, or be victim of fraud. Even if you buy a service to protect you, you...

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When was make-up invented? by who? maybe a bit difficult to answer but i need an answer Make-up palettes have been found in archaeological deposits in both ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt. - If you consider that 5000+ years ago, people had make up supplies (ie, brushes, tubes, plates), you can figure that people have been applying color, protection or decoration to their bodies for even longer. IMHO, people have been decorating themselves since they've had time to consider it.

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What color are your eyes? Blue-green.

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What is something you should never leave unlocked? Chastity belt????? Let's see if anyone even knows the term anymore.... LOL

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Can you name a job where you might often encounter angry people? Oh yeah, bill collector. Car repossessor. Done both of those jobs.... HAHAHAHA. A dirty job, but someone has to do it.

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Why does everytime i ask a question on here i always get negative points everytime? what do i do wrong? I shake my head and refuse to answer questions that are so poorly worded or constructed that the teacher in me cringes. I TRY to be understanding and think that maybe the person asking the question speaks a different language. Or, I think that someone has not thought things out very well before they asked THAT question in a public forum. If you are looking for "points", I am told...

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Do you think it is right on how small the jail cells are for criminals? do you think it is wrong to keep them contained in such a small area? Well, we could simply kill them all and not worry about it, no? - Actually, we have one of the largest and most cumbersome prison systems in the world. We worry that we are not being draconian, that we are being humane. We are concerned with nutrition of inmates, we are concerned with their education. Wouldn't it have been more beneficial to be concerned about these things before the...

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When is it admirable to quit on a commitment you've made to others? Hmmm... when you're the governor of Alaska???? - I just HAD to.... Seriously, I really do not ever quit a commitment as long as the thing I committed to exists. The only time I'd ever quit something is if I see that what I am doing has no effect, or, has the wrong effect.

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On AB, dou you really care what your ranked on the site? No, it's not why I'm here.

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Do you have the guts to post a comment when you DR someone? I hate trolls and feel like if you're going to DR someone, take ownership of it and give a reason/rationale. Agree/disagree? The trolls have been quite active this week. I have had DRs right down the list of Qs I've answered. It isn't like this is about disagreeing with answers. This is concentrated effort to DR specific people every chance possible. My personal troll fan club this week must be fairly new as they can only DR 1 point at a time, and they can only do it 5 times in a row. I know, I've...

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Agnostics - My grandfather has days left. I am already pondering how I am going to tell my young sons when he passes. I am agnostic. Should I tell them that grandpa is going to heaven (even though I dont believe it) to ease the pain? What would you do? You could always tell them that their grandfather will live on in their memory. Somehow that is so much more comforting than a concept even an adult can't visualize.

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What fun things can you do with a Dish Network satellite dish, you no longer have service for? This is great: using a sat dish to make a solar cooker: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7038541

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What was your last "brush with the law"? I reported a possible instance of ID theft and fraud last summer. Since then, none. I avoid run-ins with the law....

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What do you think of someone who NEVER takes a "position" either way about ANYTHING?! They're always "playing it safe" by taking the "middle of the road" on issues? I might just think that the person knows much more than I do. The more we learn the more we find we don't know. The more we learn, the harder it is to be on one side or another. We may have personal values regarding something; that would be our opinion. Then we may know that there are various shades of gray, or that, there is no clear black or white answers. It is intelligence that...

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What is something humorous to put on a tombstone? (NOT TRYING TO BE OFFENSIVE HERE- this is a serious question). Ex: "I overslept" If I were going to have a tombstone (I'm not), this is what I would want on it: "Herself is taking some time off."

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If you belive that humans were monkeys according to darwin...we know that animal doesn't were clothes...so why did humans do?? who till us that we have to hide our stuff :)...... it seems to be a silly question but i want to see ur answers :) I certainly want to "hide my stuff" when I am out in the sun, the cold, the wind, or when it is buggy. We humans, and modern ape species, evolved from a common ancestor. Misconceptions and misinformation does a dis-service to all humanity.

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Why is there supplements and pills that the FDA doesn't evaluate? Are they more of a risk to take because they aren't evaluated by the FDA? In the case of unregulated pills or drugs, there are no controls at all, that includes dosage amounts and quality. The FDA is overburdened, understaffed, in charge of regulating too many things. The FDA is counter-productive. I would not necessarily use the FDA as benchmark for control of drugs or supplements. However, there should be some kind of controls on all substances that make...

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Are you pleased that secular Americans are once again getting a seat at the table in national affairs? Yes. Discrimination is ugly, no matter who it is directed at. Atheists, humanists and people who profess no religious affiliation have been marginalized since the mid-70s. Your damn straight I am pleased.

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I say banjo, you say ______ Ukele. But then, I like swimming against the current.

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What would be a good question on the application form to go on the Jerry Springer show? (humorous answers welcomed!) (ex. Are you missing at least 1/2 your teeth?) Are you an exhibitionist whose had a frontal lobotomy? - Have you ever had to call your Uncle Grampa? - Are you selling your family heirlooms for breast augmentation?

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Pauly wants a cracker? With caviar on it? Perhaps a bit of pate? My pollies want fruity bunnies, not old crackers.

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Where is a place you'd say no to meeting somebody at when you are getting together? Hooters. I'd never met anyone at a Hooters.

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Are you worried Michael Jackson's motorcade with his hearse will be targeted by fans when it leaves the Staple Center afterwards? I think it might be interesting if Star Trek fans (Trekkies) converge on the Staples Center and beam the whole lot of it into some black hole where we might be safe from hearing about it ad nauseum.

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With all our technology why is there not underwater holiday resorts,and wouldn't it be unique looking up through a glass sphere at underwater wildlife from a domed resort at the bottom of a sea? There are a number of them. Here is one in Maldives http://www.clubairtravel.co.uk/rangali/hilton_maldives_ithaa.asp

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Why are you not watching M J funeral ceremony? Better things to do.

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So, do YOU think the linked story is true? COULD it be true? Other than shining attention back to the children of RFK and JK, there is no relevance to this any longer, other than perhaps, making people think less of the Kennedy families. It seems to be purely profit motivated, or vendetta for perceived wrongs.

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I just discovered that my wife who has been unemployed since Jan 09 has posted dating profiles on several dating websites. In one profile she decribes herself as a Bisexual female seeking a descreet partner. What are my legal rights regardig divorce? Your legal rights regarding divorce will depend on which state you live in. However, since you have stated that you have found only profiles on websites, not caught her in 'the act', it is certain that you will not be charging her with infidelity. Maybe you ought to give this some thought: Have you spoken to your wife about the profiles? If not, it seems that would be the most...

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The 3 stooges.. Love them ? Hate them? Dickie, Georgie and Condie - the best darned comedy routine of all time. We will miss their comedic presence.

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My boyfriend states that my vagina was very dry this time and it normally isnt. but he keep saying that i am cheating on him and i am not. so what could it be. could it be from not drinking a lot of fluids, or could it be my cycle was due to come on any Tell him if he'd like it wetter, to spend more time paying attention to it rather than being accusatory and offensive.

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Tell me something I would never guess about yourself. I own a .22 caliber handgun - for shooting paper targets.

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What was the last music concert you bought tickets for? Michael Franti and Spearhead, February 2009

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A tattoo of what, where, turns you on? I'd like to see a Nail tattoed on a penis. That would make a statement.

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If the communists took over and the state decided that only one kind of beer, and one kind of pizza would be produced, what would you want them to make? I don't think there is much of a choice when there is only ONE.

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Ok real question here what do you think bout those endless threads that just keep going an never seam to end? I think they just ARE and obviously someone is enjoying them, information is being exchanged and people are discussing stuff. All good.

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If a guy is married and he has a"outside woman" ,who do you think gets the better treatment the wife or the "other woman"? Well, that all depends. If a person is lying to a spouse, that spouse is getting a crappy deal. If a person is spreading themselves too thin trying to keep everybody happy, then everyone is getting a crappy deal. If the "lover" accepts that they will share with a spouse, and is happy to do so, obviously, they are getting a better deal. If the spouse accepts a lover and these...

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What is so fascinating about the migrated Nubian bush tribe called "The Dogon" to westerners? What I know of the Dogon is that they had previously lived rather in secret from western influences due to unique geographical features of their land. They were not visited by missionary types (of any religion) and maintained much of their original culture. Their style of woodworking has brought much attention to them, as have their way of "burying", or more aptly put, honoring...

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Why are Democrats so afraid of Sarah Palin? Afraid of her? I may not be qualified to answer this Q as I don't consider myself a Dem (I am an Independent). - I see S. Palin as a buffoon in woman's clothing. She is an exhibitionist, she has a skewed sense of nature and the natural world, she has sacrificed her family on the altar of ambition, and she is an insult to true feminists. - I don't call that fear; I call it...

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Have the imaginary lines that seperate (borders) us grown to prominant? (divide & conquer perhaps?) Only if we allow them to.

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Am i wrong for dating a guy 11 years older i am 16? You aren't wrong for not knowing better - the guy is totally wrong for taking advantage of your youth.

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This guy keeps flirting with my girlfriend at her work. How do i cope with it or how am i suppose to react to this problem. she states she does not like him. I know she is being faithful to me but i start thinking differently at times due to past Ex Girl. Lose the baggage you are carrying around from past girlfriends. How can you ever expect to move forward in life when you allow your view to be tainted so completely by the past? Yes, we all need to learn from our experiences, but if you allow those experiences to color all of what you do or see, you'll find yourself missing out on much of the lovely feast of life.

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Do you think it is wise to ask harder questions on AB so as to get more experienced users to answer and giver you points? I've tried that; mostly they go unanswered.

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Are there strippers in Gaza? I'll go political and say YES - Israel is stripping Palestine of it's rights, dignity, and tradition. Sorry. I just had to say it .... Human rights violations go beyond Israel's need for "security". (like Tourettes of the fingers - I couldn't help myself).

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Do you know where i can contact a famous writer? No, I don't know any of them, other than Judy Blume (she is working with Planned Parenthood on a specific campaign about sex education). I do know some authors and poets. If you have books on hand by authors, check online, or on the book cover itself for contact info for the author. You can write to them via the publisher. Many times they will respond. I meet authors and musicians and...

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I really want to become a writer and i use my journal a lot. any tips on journaling? Wake up early, before anyone else in the house. Start writing. If you can't think of anything to write, just write words that rhyme. Eventually, a word or group of words will stimulate your brain and you;ll begin. Set aside 30 minutes a day of writing your thoughts, regardless of how mundane you think they are. The best book on journaling is, I think, by Julia Cameron, it is called...

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Do you know where i can contact a famous writer? Who are you looking for? Some writers are quite accessible. Others, not so. Which writer do you want to contact?

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What are some really good quotes that you made up? I would like to put them in my journal to start the entry off. If it can be fidgeted with, it will be fidgeted with. ~ acunningstunt :)

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What are your favorite quotes? She was not exactly what you'd call refined. She was not what you'd call unrefined. She was the kind of woman that kept a parrot. Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more. ~ Mark Twain Although golf was originally restricted to wealthy, overweight Protestants, today it's open to anybody...

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Are Democrats right? Do Republicans really think it's not about ideas but Logos and bumper stickers? See LINK: Yes, in many ways I think this is correct - Republicans have initiated "buzz phrases", just like all corporate entities have. I categorize them with the Borg-like MBAs who think that the only way to succeed in business is to show 15% growth per year. It isn't about employing people, giving service, or empathy, it is all about profit and winning. Thus Logos and Bumpersticker...

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My wife won't go to a party because my best friend whom she does not like has been invited. I told her it is not my place to ask him not to go, no should I ask the couple having the party to un-invite him. What should I do? You can be a stellar husband and not go to the party either. Or, you can be a regular guy, tell wife that it is her choice to stay at home or go to party, but you do intend to at least put in an appearance. - There are few rules regarding a couple that doesn't agree about friends. One rule would be that you don't bring the 'offending' person to you and your wife's...

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I found a cell phone that got ran over by a car, but still turns on just the screen or speakers dont seem to work. any ideas on what i should do? If it is obvious who the carrier (or service provider) is, drop it off at one of those stores. If the store is the provider, they can alert the owner of the phone, they can turn off the service, or even repair. - If at all possible, try to see if there is a HOME preload in the phone. It is probably the owners home number. Call if possible and tell them you have their phone.

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Whats the story with white socks? Do they only look bad with black shoes or are they a fashion no no in general? If you are wearing a sport shoe that is white, white socks is preferable - at least to me. I wear white socks if I have to wear them at all.

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I am thinking about traveling after my daughter graduates from H.S. (3 years). Any tips on making quick cash while traveling or traveling inexpensively? Also, is it okay to bring 2 male cats with me? Take care with animals and travel. Many countries require tons of health tests on animals coming over their borders. Inexpensive travel is an oxymoron. There are some alternatives to typical travel, but honestly, the older you get, the less attractive these options are. Hostels are still OK up to a certain age, but remember that they are frequently the domain of the young and it is...

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Would it be ok if i show my writing's to my lit. teacher since we dont have a writing tech. and who else can i show writing's to that would helpl me become better Look online and find a writers group in your area. Maybe the public library will have one. If you can't find one, you can always start one yourself. I have been known to do some free editing work for aspiring authors. I would be willing to look at some of your work if you like.

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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle maybe considered too expensive, do you agree or not? You don't need to spend so much money on healthy food, you have to spend lots of TIME preparing healthy food. You do not have to buy all organic, although many organics that are found at farmer markets are cheaper than foods that are heavily controlled. Also, buying stuff produced 'close to home' will lower the cost (due to less transportation). It takes lots of time to...

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My friend and I are planning a road trip to Chicago for a weekend. What is there to do in Chicago on the weekends? For college students 18-21 Navy Pier is a notorious place to hang out and meet others. Millenium Park is pretty darned cool with the giant sculptures and interactive art. Art Institute of Chicago is world class art museum - if you go check out the Impressionist Collection. Field Museum generally has a big draw exhibition during the summer. Oak Street Beach for people watching. Lincoln Park Zoo - still free I believe...

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I get several social networking requests for friendship a week now from people I don't know from Adam. What's up with that? Someone else wants to explore the many chambered nautilus? LOL

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Have you ever been aboard the mothership? With George Clinton, why yes, yes I have. :)

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Isaac Asimov or Arthur C Clarke? For me, Arthur C. Clarke. Not only a visionary, but an inventor as well. And a man who was kind to authors.

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What fun things can you do with a Dish Network satellite dish, you no longer have service for? If the dish is large: http://www.ranum.com/fun/projects/gazebo/index.html Where to recycle a large dish: http://punaro.com/2008/06/derek/what-to-do-with-an-old-satellite-dish/ For some other ideas: snow sled, large planter for yard???

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Sarah Palin: 'I Betcha' I could beat Obama. The race she has in mind is a marathon. Who do you think would win? See LINK: Nice to know she can do something other than "Fancy Pageant Walkin' ". LOL

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Is this your impression of Congress' approach to health-care reform? See LINK: Congress better get their heads out of their butts on this one. Americans want some kind of health care reform/health care insurance for all. And it has to come from within the health care system. Most of us already paying for health care insurance are being taxed to death with no write off potential for cash out of pocket, for prepaid health plans, etc. If I had to rely on my own...

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Will Al Franken face a difficult transition from comedy to Congress? No, I see him making a seamless transition. LOL LOL. What might the differences be after all?????

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How do you become a voting member of the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences? You have to be a member in good standing of SAG. I think too that you have to have been in a movie. Even a blink role. Do you want to vote on movies for Academy Awards? Or do you just want the goodie bags? - I have 2 friends who get to vote. Both have been in movies.

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Apart from a conifer, what is the fastest growing tree. Silver maples grow very fast. their wood is soft and prone to insect (ant and termite) attacks. Another fast growing tree is the willow (salix). It too has soft wood, but it grows like crazy.

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Healthy but delicious....for dinner would you like ahi tuna w/a mango chutney or blackened grouper? both sound awesome, but I am leaning toward blackened grouper. YUM

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Is it safe to smoke marijuana before having an operation if you havent done it a week before? Not if the surgery is on your eyes. Otherwise, I can't say that I know of one reason why it would be any different than smoking anything else. Concerns: blood pressure (or a drop in same), dilation of the eyes, coughing (if you have that problem).

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What are the limitations that a collection agency can go on info into my credit report? The guy continues placing inquiries, with ongoing fees essentially doing/saying what he wants. How do I stop him? Help You could put a freeze on your records - no one can look at them then. A "guy", a bill collector, should not really have access to your credit reports. They may have access to some info that their company subscribes to. But to have complete access? Things may be changing, but I do not recall that this was standard procedure. Also; a collection agency can send info to credit...

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Firefox 3.5 is now available for download boasting super-fast JavaScript engine, HTML 5 video and audio support, as way faster graphics. What will it take to get people to ditch IE. See LINK: IE? What's that? LOl (kidding of course).

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The traffic on Answerbag has been steadily diminishing since Februar 2009, going from a peak of 6.9 M users down to 5.6 M users (registered or not). Thoughts? I read your comments on the permalink Q and tend to agree with you about unique users, regular users, one time users. There are numerous Q&A sites around, I've looked at most of them, and believe it or not, AB is about the best one I've found. Although your question leads me to disclose that I intend to 'vanish' (or close to it) when I've reached 1 year here....

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Has your sarcasm messed up established relationships or got in the way of making new friends? Is it an aspect of your dry sense of humor or are you truly jaded? I figure that if someone can't deal with my sense of irony or dry humor, then they might as well find someone else to hang out with - I'm not gonna change. Is it humor or cynicism (jaded)? I think it is a bit of both.

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CIA haters, what do you think of this song (recorded and released either in 1967 or earlier)? I like it, but I like this better:

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Is Michael Jackson the most famous accused pedophile ever? He might have, at this period in time, more people who know about his indiscretions. But in his day, Fattie Arbuckle made quite the scandal for his pedophile actions.

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Why do liberal have such disdain for the military? Shame on you for stereotyping! Are you attention starved today?

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Is Willie Nelson the Snoop dog of the country world? Willie Nelson marches to the beat of his own drummer. Snoop Dog? So he smokes too? What of it? How many people do you think might smoke and hide it?

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Did you know that Willie Nelson occasionally smokes marijuana? So? Is he not on your list of good country musicians because he indulges in a bit of weed now and then?

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Obama asks for patience, promises more progress on gay rights. Which GLBT issues do you want to see passed, and which should he bypass? See LINK: Legislation should be passed that strikes down our current prejudicial approach to marriage. Since when is marriage only guaranteed to those the government says are "entitled"? Since when does the government (state or federal), have any business in our bedrooms? Gay Marriage IS a civil rights issue.

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Do you think that this guy is a liberal? Read the story and guess why I think that he is. Your question IS trolling, but the subject IS serious. Since when is it OK for a company to take your money, then tell you it can not fulfill your order, AND will not return your money to you? In my own experiences it begins with airlines overselling seats KNOWINGLY. They know they have no more seats on a flight available, but will take your money anyways, then bargain with you for a...

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Is it True that American Men don't know how to please a Woman? Whew! There sure are some heaps of hubris among the answers to this question. LOL However, it is not true that American Men don't know how to please a woman. If they actually LIKE women, they know how to please them. *Notice I said "If they actually LIKE women....". I have found that many men may be heterosexual, that does not mean that they actually LIKE women. They...

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Why is this question flagged (not my question)? It is a very reasonable question that is often debated in modern Christian circles. I've been seeing a lot of odd flagging and deletions lately. I don't see anything wrong with the Q you show either.

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Come on guys it's been six days since Michael Jackson's death and I see nothing. Where's all the Michael Jackson questions? Haven't you had your fill yet? That is all that is on TV....

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I Have Been Diagnosed With Severe Swimmers Ear. I've Had Two Migraines That Have Been So Bad That I've Been Vomiting. Are My Severe Headaches And My Swimmers Ear Related? They could be related. Swimmers ear is an infection within the ear due to loss of ear wax. If the infection is not treated, it can cause other serious side effects. There is a product that your doctor could prescribe to you - it is ear drops - Ciprodex - it has a mild, topical antibioltic in it which will help with the ear wax issues. - I get swimmers ear in June every year (the pool is...

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What Would Your Top 3 Sci Fi Movies Be? Clockwork Orange Blade Runner Mad Max

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Women:when a guy that you are in love with breaks up with you, do you go after him and try to proove things can work, if so are you relentless to a degree, if not, what do you do? so many men, so little time.... LOL LOL

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Where is the public outcry against websites whose businesses pair up adulterers for illicit affairs? Do we validate adultery as a society by silently allowing some to profit from marital infidelity? Doesn't such an "industry" further the divorce culture? Is it anyone's business to raise "public outcry" about anything that isn't heinous? Yeah, we holler about child molestation, about misogyny, about discrimination; but you know, if we are SOOOO perfect and our lives are in such great order that we have time to scrutinize everyone else.... You know the cliche: People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones....

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Can a Christian, in good conscience, shop at a store, invest in the stock, or purchase the products of a company that publicly supports homosexual rights? Why or why not? There are portfolios made up of Socially Responsible Investments, or SRIs. These generally stay away from things like alcohol, tobacco or firearm production. Sometimes, these portfolios include background on the companies whose stocks they invest in. Honestly though, unless your faith is at odds with human rights, a company that supports ALL Human rights, is humane. A company that does...

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What age is appropriate to begin educating children about the differences between Biblical and alternate sexual lifestyles? If you do teach your children unbiased sexual education, I applaud you and wish you the best. If you are going to provide honest, open and tolerant education about traditional and alternative lifestyles, then I suspect that when you think it is appropriate to tell a child about reproduction, that is the time to give some alternative information as well. If you do this, PLEASE be open with...

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A Booty Call,all the way down to Buenos Aires, Argentina??? How far would you be willing to travel for a Booty Call? HAHAHA. I have a friend who went from Sao Paolo Brasil to Mallorca Spain for a booty call. She got what she was looking for, but was pissed about it later.

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If i was a genie and i was searching for a name and i told you four things about me a) i love pot b) i love sitting under a tree and smoking pot c) i give wishes to those who smoke pot d) i give a lot more wishes when offered some pot, wat wud u call me? Genie Indicus

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Are we getting politer since the global financial crisis? I don't think so. At least, I am not seeing that in my area. I think that anonymous rudeness is getting worse all the time. People think that being in a car makes them anonymous and they can be as big of an arsehole as they please. Same can be said for the idiots who do phone sales. I can't tell you how many times I've told some phone salesperson that I am not interested, or...

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Why do frivolous questions receive quicker answers and ratings from other users than questions pertaining to faith and eternal security? What does that say about our priorities as a society? Humor, irony, wit and immaturity don't get one DRed as fast as religion and/or politics. I can't tell you how many times I've approached a Q that deals with spirituality or religion only to be DR by some troll who is miffed about my opinion/beliefs/stance/POV. - Just because someone doesn't spend their time dwelling on their eternal security doesn't mean their...

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Do you belive in Darwin theory...or in Adam and Eve ??? and Why? I am a product of evolution - just as everything on this planet is. As far as Adam and Eve: mitochondrial DNA proves that origins of human species can be traced to an individual woman. (for those who do not know, mitochrondrial DNA traces maternal lineage as opposed to paternal). So we call our female ancestor "Eve". Who care what she is called; the proof is that we all have...

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Has anyone already tried to play on those paleolithic flutes ? What kind of music would you get? http://msnbcmedia.msn.com/i/msnbc/Components/audio/2009/2009-june/090624-flute.mp3 Possibly like this. :) Add a couple of rasps, stone "tone" plates, and a whistle and imagine how syncopation developed.

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When was the last time you drove over 100MPH? And did you get a speeding ticket? 1997, 135 mph, I94 south of Kenosha Wisconsin, South bound lanes, driving Cadillac STS (northstar engine). No ticket. Had a smile on my face for a week. (or else it was the effects of g forces making me look like I was smiling).

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Feminists: Why can't you say men and women are equal? Most of the feminists I know, or have known, believe in equality for men and women. This concept, gender equal rights, is basically a Western one. Most American feminists do say that there should be equality for all. It is the non-feminists who like to muddy the waters and say that most feminism is based on male bashing. All that aside, there are 2 things that should be addressed in...

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What's the definition of a will? Come on! It's a dead give away. It's all about "intent"....

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If something were going to be named after you what would you want it to be? I certainly wouldn't be too pleased about this, if I were Drew: http://www.mercurynews.com/ci_12572413?nclick_check=1

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What would you think of someone owning cigarette cases, lighters and ashtrays made of Gold? Hopelessly ostentatious. Actually, you might be surprised at how some of the Muslim women are really dressed under their bourkas. They wear some pretty heavy bling, not to mention designer clothing, trampy heels......

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Hey did any of yall hear about Michael Jackson died? I think his career died a long ago....

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How can you tell if it's a flatulent or bio matter? Are there chunks?

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It's hotter then what outside? It's hotter than 2 rats F**king in a wool sock.

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When did "old fashioned" card catalogs go away? If you dont' know what they are, how old are you? I believe that they went away sometime in the late to mid 70s. They were replaced first by microfich. It really made me sad to not have to flip through drawers of germy cards handled by thousands of grimy little hands.

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How many dr's will I get if I mention that some of the same people who would have joked that MJ was a pedophile 24 hours ago are now acting like he was St. Michael? Why does death prompt such obligatory phoniness? ROFLMAO! My dad died in December. I had been telling a friend about it and that I wasn't mourning about it and he replied to me: "Just because someone dies doesn't make them a nice person." People are superficial. It's disgusting.

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Are Republicans right that Obama should apologize for apologizing too much? It seems to me that I've been seeing an awful lot of Republicans apologizing recently for indiscretions of their own.... When they clean their own houses, they can start complaining about someone else's.

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When was the last time someone told you that you were overqualified or underqualifed for something? I get the overqualified bit on a regular basis. I think it is an excuse to keep from paying higher salaries.

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I don't care that Michael Jackson died. Is there something wrong with me? Let me join the ranks and legions of non-fans and say that there must be something wrong with me as well. He was weird. So what he had a screwed up childhood. Who amongst us did not? And of course, WE are not weird. LOL

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I have just bought a load of chicken breasts (they were a special offer and are now in my freezer). Anyone got any unusual recipe ideas for chicken breasts? Anything that I may not have tried before? Citrus chicken with rice: 1# chicken breast halves (skinless, boneless) 3 Tblsp. olive oil 3 cloves of garlic crushed 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 pineapple, cored, then cut into chunks 2 red bell peppers, peeled (optional) and cut into chunks 1 medium sweet onion, rough chopped 3 roma tomatoes, quartered, peeled and seeded - Preheat oven to 350F - Using dutch oven of heavy...

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Why dont girls wanna be with me? I got a nice body and big arms but they always go for the skinny boys. I wanna be better n I try real hard to get em but they just dont even bother with me ever. Help me? Maybe you are trying TOO hard. People tend to not want what they see, or what is offered to them all the time. They look for the fresh, new, unique, or (ah ha!), the unattainable. Maybe too, you're looking at all the wrong girls.

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Does detachment from religion secure your individuality? You know that is a good question. I had never considered that in such a direct manner. It is possible that in religion, the less strong people find security. I mean there are plenty of correlations and anecdotal examples that might lead one to think so; but I am not sure if it is provable. Certainly, church leaders are more individualistic than their congregations generally are. Yet,...

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Everytime I get a new puppy I want one around 2 lbs. so they'll stay little always and so I can feel like I'm "babying" them! But they always wind-up growing to be 10-14 lbs. ! Does this ever happen to you? How often do you get a new puppy?

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Does it freak you out when you order fish or lobster and they bring the whole body to you on a plate; head, eyes, fins, teeth, tongue, claws, feelers. . . . .etc. etc.? Some states HAVE to by law, even if you ask them NOT to! Does it "turn your stomach"? The reason that seafood is required to be served whole is so the consumer can identify the product. Too often restaurants substitute monkfish for lobster. They take empty lobster shells and put monkfish in them. It used to be common practice to offer swordfish on a menu, but serve the customer mako shark. The laws are made to protect the consumer from fraud. When you buy fish at market,...

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What famous person past or present would you most like to have a beer with? Albert Einstein.

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Do you have proof that Ronald Reagan was a racist? I thought this was interesting when I heard it yesterday - but not 100% sure of what it means.... http://blogs.tnr.com/tnr/blogs/the_plank/archive/2009/06/23/nixon-abort-interracial-babies.aspx

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Anything made of "silk" is susceptible to "silk worm" damage, stains easily, can't be washed and worn easily, and difficult to keep looking good while wearing! Would you agree, therefore, it's got to be the most WORTHLESS material to own? No, silk is very useful, there are certain "Grades" of silk. Silk blend and woven "long johns" are better than even polypropylene. They last longer, wick off moisture, are super breathable. Nothing like them. Silk sleeping sacks are a travelers best friend when staying in hostels, cheap hotels, sleeping on rooftops, etc. Also lightweight and tiny to pack. Silk is...

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How do you feel after you have consumed one or two cups of coffee? Like I am finally prepared to get the parrots up for the day.

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Are you happy? why? I am content. The reason: I am at peace with how I live my life, I am rich beyond measure (of spirit and heart), I feel well, and the world is beautiful.

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Have you ever had African cuisine? What would you recommend? Hmmm. North African food is good and typically easy to make: like couscous. I do like Ethiopian food - it is spicy and very tasty. It does require some long cook times though. I have a recipe for Dora Watt (ethiopian chicken) but it requires berberi powder (a kind of hot, african pepper, made into a curry). Go with the couscous unless you have an international market where you can...

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How do you usually pay for your groceries, your big shopping, not a quick run to the store for some milk or bread? Cash, credit card, debit card, check? Have you always done it that way or did you change? When I moved to my current home, I started using my debit card which I had never bothered to activate before. I used to just write a check, but I had been living in an area where debit cards were not used often. Here, everyone uses a debit card, and now, there are reward points for purchases. I do indicate that my purchases are a credit to my card and not a debit. That way, I don't...

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Someone pointed out that there are (really big number) of unanswered questions. Upon examining, many really don't deserve answers. (poorly worded, require specifics, WTF? etc.... ) Why not have a mass purging and flag the F#ckers outa existence? I kind of agree, although I find it interesting that there are valid questions which are never answered. I know this because I ask REAL questions (educational) and dumb questions (just for fun). Many of the educational questions never get an answer, yet the dumb ones do. If all the questions that ARE valid and unanswered get purged, and more dumb questions are asked than 'real'...

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Let's take a poll - HOW MANY PEOLPLE LIKE THE NEW AB? I for one do not! I hate ads. But... I ran my own website for 3 years and didn't charge people to use it. Money to pay the bills has to come from someplace. Would you prefer the ads to go and we all up the jing to pay the host and IP geeks? I can ignore ads. I don't want to pay for a website. - But I do not like the ads....

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Do you like white water rafting? What class of rapids have you encountered in your white water experiences? I used to raft the Wolf River in Wisconsin. In spring the rapids are rated 3. I have never been on water any wilder than that. The rafting I did involved 2 person rubber rafts. yes, I used to love it to bits. I don't go anymore because there are just too many different things to do! :D

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If you got divorced or left your boyfriend because he cheated on you and your son or daughter asked why you weren't together anymore... would you tell them the real reason? No. I would tell the child that mom & dad (or whoever) cannot live together any longer because things have changed. I would also stress that the reason for separation has absolutely nothing to do with the child. I would reassure the child that he/she will be able to visit, see, play with, talk to - the other parent whenever the child wants.

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If you were offered potato chips (crisps) or chocolate and you had to make a choice, which would you choose? Would it matter what brand or kind? chocolate - never pass up an opportunity for chocolate. :D

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Do you think there is any correlation between men with facial hair of some kind and love of cooking? It seems to me that most men I know that love cooking at home have a mustache, a beard, or some kind of fuzzy thing on their face. Oh what an answer came into my twisted little brain! Your line: ".... or some kind of fuzzy thing on their face.". Do you know where you made my mind go with that sentence? Straight to the gutter, I'll tell you.... LOL LOL

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What's the oddest thing you've ever seen cooked at a barbecue? Goat. Not yummy to me. Bananas are pretty normal (plantains), pizza on the grill, chorizo and huervos in a wrap is also fairly typical. But that goat.... tastes too goaty.

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Have you ever asked a question on AB & when checking for possible duplicates, found that there is nothing even REMOTELY close to your question? (see http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1527815) Yes. And it still was called a dup Q and deleted. Oh me and my... but someone doesn't like my questions.

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It's time for me to watch another classic kung fu movie "The Boxer Rebelliion". Who's watching with me tonight? My answer will embed the other parts You'll have to watch this one next.

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Why aren't more people standing up against the owners of godhatesfags.com? I think they are cult like and they are evil hypocrites. What can be done to fight against their hatred? Ignore them. Don't use their name and bring more attention to them. Phelps is an idiot; even most religious people don't give him much of a listen. Lots of people have tried to do many things to shut Phelps down. It hasn't worked. The best thing is to simply pretend they don't exist and hope that others don't hear about them.

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Have you ever used the "if it's yellow, it's all mellow, but if it's brown flush it down" method of conserving water? Yes. Not because it makes much difference on recycling, but why waste the flush? We still have to pay for sewage. If the water gets TOO yellow, with the potential to stain the toilet bowl, then flush it. If it is smelly, flush it. No water is ever wasted anymore - unless it is leaking from pipes underground.

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Is the attached video "incident" from KING-TV (Channel 5) in Seasshole, Washington? If so, WHO is the host who is "reacting" to the cute little lizard? HAHAHAHA. That was great. It was new to me. LOL LOL What a wus.

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Was your mom a good cook? Would you even admit it if she wasn't? My mother was a lousy cook. She made all of us kids cook for her. She consumed her calories in liquor.

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My Dad sat me down and told me all about sex. My question is, how's come I haven't gone blind yet? Have you started shaving your hands yet? I hear blindness comes on about the time you have to start shaving palms of hands....

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As you have get older do you find you worry about parents more than they worry about you? Both my parents are now deceased so no worries for me. No children either. I won't be taking care of anyone.... downside: who'll take care of me?

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Anybody know where I can get a tree like this? Thanks to Lynn of Litter&Lore for calling attention to the video. Mon Deiu! Je veux un de ceux aussi !

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Who was the Uncrowned Queen of Iraq? Gertrude Margaret Lowthian Bell Nice lead to some interesting reading. Thanks!

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What invention do you think is the greatest of all? Why do you think that? The moist towelette. Because it is so handy.

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How do you know your next door neighbor is not on AB? They very well could be - and I would be the same as I have been in past and am right now. Besides, my neighbors aren't rocket scientists so...... chances are they would not read anything I post on.

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World hunger 'hits one billion.' At what point should we stop trying to make more food and start making less people? See LINK: National Geographic magazine has recently done an issue devoted to the matter of "plenty" or lack thereof. I was trying to find the link, but got lost in the minutia. (actually, that isn't true, but still couldn't find a link to stories). - Years ago someone chided me for being concerned about the environment and wildlife and natural world. They told me that I was an...

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I was at my friend's there was a party and her bf kissed me and tried to do things with me. I kissed him back because I was drinking and didn't know how to act. I told him not to tell anyone and he said he wouldn't, do you think he will tell anyone? Of course he will tell - and when he does, not only will he make you the aggressor, but he will also make it appear that you are a slut. Makes it easier to drive a wedge between you and the friend - thus isolating the friend. Stop drinking if it makes you not "know how to act".

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Evolutionist what do you think of this link? I think it's a GOOD link to evolutionary lineage, but I don't think it's the "Missing" Link. Evolution is not fast enough to produce a true missing link - however, with each new fossil that shows transition from what was, to what is, evolution becomes harder and harder science. What I think, what myriads of scientists think - none of that will phase people who refuse...

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How would you react to a male gyno commenting on your tan lines or calling you little red riding hood if your a red head? Sounds like the kind of guy that needs the speculum inserted in his backside. Wouldn't it be fun to watch someone with his head up his arse AND his foot in his mouth?

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Can a builder make a "condition" of buying his lot that I list and sell my home with the real estate agent representing his new development? A person who is selling something can make any type of condition they like when they try to sell their product. It is up to the buyer to ask for the condition to be struck down. It is always the buyers responsibility to make certain that they are not being scammed in some way or other.

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I think im gay but i wanna become straight what should i do? You say that you "think" you are gay. Have you never acted on your desires? Is "becoming straight" your way of saying that life as a gay person frightens you? You must learn to be true to yourself and not live life according to what others expect of you. And also there is this: if it is fear of being out that makes you strive for 'straight', life is HARD for...

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My BF of 11 mos. got angry when I asked him about living together. He is usually sweet & there are many things I love about him. I have lived alone for 10 yrs and would like a live-in BF or Husband. Should I wait and see or just call it quits? Maybe you need to approach this in another manner. Instead of instantly suggesting that you live together, or commit to anything, ask instead what, if anything, he sees in the future for him, and if you fit into that vision. See if he is serious about you, has given it any thought, or if you are wasting your time. You sound pretty much focused on finding a mate - make sure you aren't...

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For the sake of argument, if your country was to become a theocracy, which religion would you prefer be in charge? I had a thought: I'd like a hedonistic religion, maybe call it, Hedonism. every one is a god or goddess. (respect yourself, all of that. And party hard). Sounds like a good idea.

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Is a Marriage Worth Saving When One Spouse is Gay? There are many people who marry for different reasons. I can't imagine living in a relationship with someone who wanted to be with other people sexually. However, and I know this is rare, people do marry for legal reasons - like property, or inheritance, or just companionship. I suspect those kind of people wouldn't be asking this question though, so I will assume that this is a...

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My ex-wife is moving to Georgia with the kids. I live in Ohio. What should I do? Sheesh P, this is sad news. I don't know how you can have joint custody and she can leave the state. IS she going to be able to afford to put them on a plane to visit you? Or is she going to bring them to you every other week? You COULD move, but it seems that you'd be agreeing with her by doing that, or in better terms, consenting to her move. You as father have rights too....

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We are so careful and choosy while breeding farm animals and pets. Then why do we humans leave our own breeding of future generations to pure chance? To put an overall stamp of approval on genetic engineering of humans has too many bad connotations for most to be comfortable. If I am not mistaken, in some ways, aren't those who have the money to do so, already engaging in gender control of offspring? (China still has a terrible record in its attitude regarding gender discrimination in offspring). Like any idea with merit that is so...

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What does a swordfish use their sword for? To have light sabre sword fights with striped marlin.

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What does your S/O do when they see someone start flirting with you? He starts watching his watch to see how long it will take for me to rip off someone's head and spit down their neck. And if I don't have to resort to violence, then my spouse waits to see if some guy runs to his car in tears. - I don't do flirting. It takes a really exceptional guy to get my attention and for me to bother considering flirting back with.

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If I phoned in a Domino's® order via cell phone, to be delivered to my car, then kept driving one mile AHEAD of the delivery car for OVER 30 MINUTES, they'd have to give me my pizzas for FREE, right? Pretty funny..... try it and let us know how it works for you.

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How is The Silmarillion relited to LOTR? Besides the same Author. I believe that Tolkien wrote the drafts of Silmarillion before LOTR or the Hobbit were ever published. Silmarillion recounts the humans settling of Middle Earth. It explores the stories of some of the elfish people pre-human. It also gives more history of 'the far shores'.

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A small bird just chased a larger bird off that was easily 100times the little bird's size; undoutedly to protect its "young" and/or territorial protection. Why did the larger bird allow to the little one to prevail? There is always easier pickins' just around the corner. Prey animals go after the weak, injured, old. If a critter has "kick" the predator will look for something else to target. kind of like trolls, huh? LOL

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When you were young, did you ever catch your parents snooping through your things? All the time. It took a lot to break the chain of being too nosy. I haven't snooped on anyone in decades.

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I have found a gym that has a special workout room to cater to the area clientel of religious Jewish women. Myself and many other non-Jewish women also enjoy having a room with no males around. Do you think allowing women to isolate themselves is good? Allowing? Allowing women? Hmmm. Personally I used to think that the separation of the genders was awful, disgusting, repressive, oppressive and sexist. I am not so sure of that view any longer. Women know women best - and as such should enjoy their company - or at least be empathetic to women's concerns. I would never want to live in a place that segregates men and women by law. But...

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Beginning the evening of June 24th will you watch any ABC News programing and receive it with any credibility whatsoever? Edited Answer - when I first saw your question, I did not have the link displayed. Now I've read it so: I do not watch network news anyways. I get my news from many different sources, TV being one of the minor sources. I do understand your point; but have to ask why it is so surprising? Network news has been propaganda since I first knew what propaganda meant. Most news is propaganda...

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Do you cut the "tags" out of all your new clothes because they irritate and/or scratch you? Yes I do. And the tags are made of synthetic materials and get all stiff and scratchy after washing. I love that some manufacturers are imprinting their name on the garment and not using extra labeling.

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I've been cleansing and exfoliating my face for months, but it still looks the same! Any other healthy skin-care treatments I could use? Drink water. Drink more water. Water cleanses skin and body - drink less soda/tea/coffee. Drink 3 liters or more of good water daily and watch your skin (all over body) clear up.

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I want to start an online business. What kind of papers do I need to register as a business? How would my taxes work? I just need someone to spell it out plain and simple. I'm trying to look things up myself but its so confusing. Will someone help me? SCORE is a consortium of retired business people who mentor the small business owner and those who are starting up new businesses. http://www.score.org/index.html they have offices all over the country. I'd advise you to contact your local SCORE office and make an appointment to meet with a mentor who will help you every step of the way. BTW, it's free.

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What's your favorite example of "blasphemy," from the movies? Personally, I like this scene featuring Mel Brooks as "Moses," in "History of the World, Part 1" History of the World was funnier than hell (It's good to be the king!). I really liked The Last Temptation of Christ with Willem Dafoe playing Jesus. (the soundtrack, by Peter Gabriel was pretty hot). But for fall on the floor funny, I go with Life of Brian. The ending with the men nailed to crosses singing "Always look on the bright side of life....".

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Would it be a dream come true if you found a guy with Mick Jagger lips? Hehehe. I wonder if Angelina Jolie will look like Mick in another 25 years. I was gonna say Steven Tyler, but someone beat me to it. - Lips.... lips.... hmmmm. No, thanks. - now, interesting, I'd think about a gecko. They can lick their own eye PLUS shoot their tongues out a couple of feet.

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If you had a Chupacabra, what would you name it? высасыватель козочки or... lechón de la cabra

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Someone told me a "thatched" roof can last FIFTY YEARS. . . .or more! Some people are even on "waiting lists" for them. So. . . .WHY-Y-Y-Y-Y-Y-Y-Y don't more homes around the world strive to have them? well, based on research it seems that first, a home must have a specific 'pitch' to the roof. The pitch can be built up on an existing house, which would add more to the cost. It takes 3 to 4 weeks to complete a thatched roof. That is typical time on a typical house. Most thatched roofs are applied directly to the rafters. Shades of many spiders! Yes, an owner of a house with...

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Will you keep a spot open for me? I'm going to have very limited time to participate here over the next couple of months. I've got to spend some serious time getting income up and moving. I will await your return as I think that you might be the only one who gets some of my jokes. I'll sure miss that.

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If you were a sea anemone, would it bother you that your mouth and anus are the same single opening? I suspect that the lowly sea anemone doesn't give this matter a single thought......

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I miss the ___________. Can you fill in the blank? Sunshine! (rain for 2 weeks straight now....)

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What takes better pictures, an expensive camera or an eye for composition? I do believe that it is how the photographer takes the image. I have had the same digital camera for years; it takes great images regardless of all the technology that everyone with a new camera has. It is all about composition, attachment to subject, and a bit of good luck. * the luck part is about the subject, ie: wildlife photography comes to mind.

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What is, in your opinion, the best question you have asked on AB that got very little response? Most of my questions get little response, or, if there are answers, they come from a select group of friends only. Many of my Qs get DRs. Here is one that I thought particularly good - with no answers. http://www.answerbag.com/q_view/1509097

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Have you ever been stung by a yellowjacket? Yes a number of times. I now have to carry an epi-pen with me at all times. I haven't been stung in ages .... funny, I found out I was diabetic and since changing my diet and cutting out lots of sugary things, bees, wasps or hornets don't seem to come round me too much.

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Who thinks Palin is over reacting to Letterman's jokes about her daughter, and who agrees with her that abuse against young girls is not taken seriously enough? Palin should have considered her family before she became election fodder. She is not wise, she is not a leader, she is not the kind of candidate to inspire support from all sides. I do not know what Letterman said, nor do I care. I will say that I believe that Bristol Palin is now on her own after granting interviews to some celebrity magazine (I did not read it, but it was on every...

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When I do have children I want them to be vegan. How do I convince the fathers family not to feed my children meat/dairy. I am fearful they would feed them those things when I am not around. I do not want my children eating that type of food. Advice? It is difficult to control everything going into your children's mouths. You can try to control it by enforcing values that they will begin to accept as their morals. An example of that would be for you to always remind them that eating meat requires the death of an animal. Also that the animal who is raised to produce 'meat' is a drain on resources and an environmental...

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Why do people and mark my questions and answers down when I am not spamming? I don't understand the points system, some people can give me +6 but the most I can give is +2. Many of us have our questions "marked down" or down rated. It is just a symptom of exposing oneself in public. Some people will cheer, others will jeer. Consider it part of the package on AB. As far as the number of points you can give (or take): that depends on the level you have achieved. When you start out, you have small points to play with. When you've been here...

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My wife works in an office, she works with blue collar men one of whom she was having an affair with during her first marriage. She says the affair is over but she likes to dress in very tight, low cut shirts. Should I be worried? I don't know you, and please, I mean no disrespect. I answered one of your other questions and so looked at what you have asked so far. I think that you are slightly obsessed with your wife's body/breasts. It has nothing to do with your wife, but with you. I am not trying to be mean or nasty - but when such glaring concerns are aired in public, and you tend to accept answers from...

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My wife likes to show off her breasts with low cut and tight shirts, especially at work, I'm trying to be comfortable with this but I'm oldfashioned, a woman's body belongs to her husband, am I wrong to be concerned, why can't I make peace with this? A woman's body belongs to the woman - it doesn't BELONG to anyone other than she. Now, if she agrees to grant one male only access to her body, then he should be thankful, not whining about how he is concerned that others will view her body. She, nor you, can control how others "see" a woman's (your womans) body. You might care what others see, but you can't...

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Barber's "Adagio" (vocal & strings) and Massenet's "Meditation" from the opera Thais, can, quite literally, bring tears to my eyes! Is there a piece of "classical" music that can do that to YOU? Adagio is wonderful and reminds me of the end of summer. I also love the 2 Beethoven Sonatas. I think the most moving piece of music is the last movement from Beethoven's 9th symphony - Ode to Joy. - I've included a vid with Leonard Berstein conducting, in, I think 1992. Also below is the Muppets (beaker) doing their rendition. ...

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I really hate the way I look, can you tell me what you think, and what I can do to look better? http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h21/Miaka_Tohru/?action=view¤t=mwee.jpg edit your question, provide the link in appropriate manner. your photo, and/or page can not be found.

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What is the most popular name for a rabbit? Roger (boy bunnie) Jessica (girl bunnie)

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If you know anyone with Asperger’s Syndrome, do you know how they are living now? My niece is 18, has Asperger's. She just graduated HS and will be heading to college in September. She is bright, but socially challenged. The family is hoping that she becomes a bit more social and begins to interact with other young people. I do not think, at least not at this time, could my niece live on her own.

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Is there any news agency that just 'reports events' yo?... You mean is there any news agency that is subjective? Just reports the news, and doesn't try to become the news? Good question. I've been watching Al Jazeera news lately. It isn't full of posers and wannabes.

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Is there anyone sicker on funk Bass than Bootsy? At about 2:21 is when he starts going off. No one is slicker on funk than Bootsy Collins! Do you know of his work with Bill Laslow and Material? The CD name is Hallucination Engine. It is awesome acid jazz funk

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Rick James or Parliment? Parliment - Funkadelic! :D

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Morphine or Cake? The bands, that is? Are those my only 2 choices? LOL

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Can you name one thing, you would do with a friend, that you would never do with a stranger? enjoy a left hand fattie

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If a dog chases his tail fast enough and long enough...will he turn into butter? If a dog chases his tail fast enough and long enough will he..... alert the Weather Channel's Votex 2 Team will be announce "We have rotation!"

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Gals, when would it be "totally appropriate" for someone (NOT any kind of medical professional or a "lover") to touch your boobies? The guy in the 3M plant who assembles the sacks for "enhancement purposes". (not yet 'installed', not a Dr., obviously not a lover)....

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Is our capacity to love boundless? I believe that the ability to love is boundless. I look at examples of people who love unconditionally; perhaps Mother Teresa would be good example. She did not necessarily 'know' all of the people she loved and cared for, but surely what she did was a manifestation of "love wrapped in skin". Yes, I believe that humans who express Agape can do so with no limits.

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Is female orgasm a myth? Yes, females have orgasms. Yes, they can and do have multiple orgasms. Most women I know would say they do not fake orgasms - practice ended amongst autonomous women. As far as an equivalent to ejaculation, I think that is difficult to quantify; there is simply too much difference in bodily response between each woman. - I just finished reading a book about a woman who had an owl - who...

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Putting politics aside. . . . .when you're in another country (other than your own), do you believe you should abide by THEIR "mode of operandi". . . .or do you feel they should bend toward how YOUR beliefs are? Robert Heinlein stated in one of his books (can't remember which one): "If the natives are rubbing blue mud in their navel, you should too."

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What job would you never do no matter how much money was offered? prostitution (of the body). I like men too much. Most of the hookers I've known were lesbians; nice people, but they did not think much of men.

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If a dog chases his tail fast enough and long enough...will he turn into butter? Great visual humor! I can see it in my mind. Thanks! ROFLMAO. HAHAHA. Here; if dog chases tail fast enough and long enough, will he turn into a particle accelerator? (Gee, Dr. Fermi, I don't know).

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What '60's British Band sang song with lyrics: Kiss me one more time, before you leave me? And what is exact title of song? Many Thanks Here tis.... (As soon as I read your Q, I heard the song in my head -eeek! had to make certain of the group though) Crap! YouTube is having server problems, but you can look it up: dave clark 5, "because"

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Attached is a photo of actress MAE WEST's grave marker. Isn't it somewhat of a "disappointment" that the notation, "Come UP and see me sometime" is not on it? After all, one might assume that she went "UP," right? "When women go wrong, men go right after them. " ~ Mae West

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Rumor has it that Megan Fox has club thumbs. Is it possible that she's not perfect after all? Heres a link to a pic of her on the cover of entertainment magazine. I can see her thumbs and they are not club. (you'll have to scroll down a bit for that pic) If I were a man, I'd think she was hot too. As a woman, I'd say she's had work done. LOL http://www.megansafox.com/

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Who is the male actor in the Ally commercial? this is the agency who did commercials: Bartle Bogle Hegarty's http://www.bartleboglehegarty.com/ email them and ask. I can find all kinds of info about the kids in the ads, but not the adult actor. so far. :)

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I'm so fed up! Is there anything in this life that can actually change your life for good. Only thing i can think of is money and thats not happening for me Yeah, stop thinking with a victim mentality - consider that your life HAS changed and affect that change daily in your thoughts and actions. No one can change your life but you. And; money doesn't solve many problems other than paying the bills.... if that is your problem, then you share it with much of the population.

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Have you seen anyone here on AB whose alias name you find offensive? Not really offensive; perhaps more a window into who they are. I am curious (as always): what does offend you.

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Chrysler's bankruptcy appeal accepted by Supreme Court -- delay could scuttle Fiat deal and result in liquidation of Chrysler. For those who had the fantasy that all bankruptcies end in reorganization, evidence enough? See LINK: According to sources close to the matter, these items of interest (ahem, facts), may give you insight into what may happen after the public fireworks have gone out. The sham court case keeping Chrysler tied up (and Fiat allegedly disinterested) is perhaps just a nod of the head to the fund managers and (Hoosiers - more on that later) who invested into chrysler (and gm). Past vice president,...

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Is it possible to spit in your OWN eye, when talking? On camera, yes. Just a passing precaution: remember not to pee into the wind.

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What do you keep with you at all times? Lately, an epi-pen.

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At what rank & level does an ABer attains menopause and looses much of the earlier interest in ABing? I began to feel it soon after joining and participating. But like others who answered this Q, now and then a bit of light shines through the redundant and insipid. Whether that light is laughing, worldly, or spiritually interesting, now and then I can be pleasantly and happily engaged. Kind of like sex after 55 - I don't want to be offered the same old same old; dress it up, make it...

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I'm Iranian and I've written a blog to introduce the real Iran to you.What do you think? www.iranian3000.blogfa.com I am very interested in reading your blog, but 2 problems for me: it did not come up using the URL above, and I can not read Arabic and so, can't do a search. Can you provide better URL? Thank you.

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Did the real counter culture hippies wear the crazy clothes and headbands you see in movies about the 60's? In my junior year of HS I traded in a leather jacket for an army trenchcoat. I wore clothing that was not typical for the time; flowers behind my ear, liked to go barefoot, had a 'carpetbag purse'. We did wear beads, often home strung wood and glass, we all had posters that glowed under black lights, went to concerts before the rest of the world knew about them, we often walked...

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Are you aware of your body language when you talk to people? Yes. I know that in order to be understood, taken seriously, judged on my true character, and have someone look into my eyes (rather than at my chest), I must be perfectly aware of what my body is saying while my mouth is moving. :D

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Can beautiful stained glass windows be displayed as works of art in a museum? A beautiful window created by Marc Chagall; Art Institute of Chicago. Link: http://www.artic.edu/aic/collections/artwork/109439

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Are there "partner paintings" in art, where you have two individual paintings that tell one story, share one title, and are displayed together? Gustave Moreau did partner paintings, although none were diptychs or triptych.

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My ex-bf once told me that he would masturbate around an average of 6 times a day- even when we had sex. Does that seem the norm for most men? Why doesn't one good orgasm do it? I have a female friend who is like that - maybe worse. She is masterbating all the time. While online, watching TV..... in her case, she is also into sado-masochism. She calls it self abuse. Who can figure.... maybe people like this have too much "time" on their hands. LOL

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Are all Liberals trolls? I thought that they were supposed to be the open minded ones. It seems to me that they like to DR a decenting opinion. DRs are the domain of the anonymous, frustrated, 'feel-better-about-themselves-by-bringing-others-down' side of conversation and discourse. I don't DR anyone. But I get plenty of DRs myself - on the dumbest stuff like posting a song with the name of a city.... Trolls will be trolls, living under bridges, scavenging for bugs in the mud.

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My neighbor said that she's going to buy a new outty. Why would anyone buy a new belly button? So the habit of shortening words, and adding the letters IE to the back has finally made it to America. This colloquial speech comes from Australia and UK. Mosquito is Mozzie Present (as in gift) is Pressie Address is Addy and on and on.

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Was there ever a time in your life when you wanted to be a police officer? No. It never seemed like the right thing for me.

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Is there a member of your family that just doesn't get any respect? Yes, my youngest sister. She is a substance abuser and thief, so she hasn't earned respect - yet. I never give up hope....

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What kind of accent do you have (city, state, country, etc)? A lousy midwestern Chicago accent. Mixed with a touch of cajun and california.

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What keeps us all from just saying "the heck with modern life" and going to an island somewhere and living off the "fat of the land"? There is a great book called "Sex Lives of Cannibals" and it chronicles a guy who lived on an island for a time with his government employed GF. Tarawa is where he was. The book is hysterical funny; it will make you think twice before considering "going bamboo". - another thing: with the current rate of glacial melt, most of the islands that are inhabitable now,...

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How can I have Obama's baby? Get yourself implanted; the problem, according to biologists is not that a man can't carry a child to term, but that he would bleed out giving birth as the placenta has to attach to something in order to feed embryo. Once birth begins, the placenta detaches; thus causing massive hemorhage. Go Payton Go.

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If our beloved Barack Obama was here to listen to you, what would you say to him? Dude, next time you get to Chicago, pick me up some ribs please.... the best ones are on 53rd and Blackstone.

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OK, I give up. Just WHY would anyone name their grocery store, "PIGGLY WIGGLY?" I mean, how can anyone be expected to take them seriously, with a name like THAT? (Help me out, here...) There is a grocery chain in the south, called Publix. I constantly see it as Pubix. Now THERE is a name for a food store.

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Since when did being creepy become a crime? Apparently men wearing bras just aren't considered haute couture. Payton, let this be a lesson to you.... I bet HE didn't go to Victoria Secret to be 'sized' properly. LOL

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What was the reason of the sympathy of the Royal Dutch Shell for the Wiwa family? Well, Royal Shell paid for the "security forces" to guard their wellheads and pipelines; those same 'security forces' arrested some protesters, and also fired on crowds (as well as bystanders) in Nigeria. Wiwa was one of the people sentenced after his arrest, then hung (I believe) There have been many more of these instances, and not just protests, but people trying to...

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If the sky turned red what would you think and do? Depends on the time of day: Red sky at night, sailors delight; red sky in morning, sailors take warning.

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What is offensive about a fully clothed woman dancing? This is in reference to a question that was flagged as "spam/offensive" I can see that it might make someone's day brighter, but offensive? Hardly. There are many more videos on TV that trump this one.

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Have you ever had to take a pre-employment personality test? Do those things really work at all? Challey tests are very good at determining the personality traits of people. I have taken them; and been hired at first call. My husband aced his too - and was offered a sales staff position (which he declined). You would never know how great these tests are while you were taking them. It is only later when you have time to think about it that it comes to you how redundancy is the key.

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Who believes we are defined by the clothes we wear? i.e. expensive clothes must make you "better" than others; moderately priced clothes are boring; thrift shop clothes are degrading; charitable clothes are demoralizing etc. etc. We are defined by our clothing, but not sure in the way you describe in your question. - When I see a woman dressed inappropriately, I am judgmental. Inappropriate clothing can be lots of things from wearing something that is slutty, or too young for the person, or 'slumpy'. If clothes are slutty, then we tend to judge the person in the same way. If clothes are too young, we...

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Name one thing that you cannot leave the house without? Facial tissue (for blowing my nose).

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If you died and became a ghost, where on earth would you go and what would you be doing in your afterlife? I'd go to Random House and start writing.

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Have you ever seen people so ugly that you have to get someone else to verify it? Wow someone didn't have a sense of humor now did they? How often do you get DR for posting silliness? I have seen people so scary they were covered with little red dots from getting pushed away with 10 foot poles.

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Would you mind if I fiddled with your plumbing? You DO know what they say: The more complicated the plumbing, the easier it is to stuff up.

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What should I name my new country band? The Payton and the CunningStunts. (I'll take royalties please)

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What product advertisement was the most truthful that you've experienced? Aveda products. They are pleasant to use, do a lovely job on maintaining skin and hair, they are natural derivatives, and no animal testing. - (note to Aveda: make check out to C.Ash and send to CunningStunt.)

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Why is it that I can never find a bra in my size? They are always to big for me. Have you gone to Victoria's Secret to be sized yet? They'll do it for free. You know, that might be a good side job for you; sizing women (or men) for bras.

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Do you think that all young people on leaving school should spend time in the Military? I think all young people should serve at least a year in some kind of capacity - whether it is military or social. I prefer social and maybe they should serve in both. The amount of self esteem gained from knowing ones strengths is invaluable to young people who are readying themselves to enter into the world.

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Whats your least favorite genres of books/music? Music: country Books: romance genre (bleech) or as the book people like to call them, bodice rippers. LOL

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Every time someone asks a question about Barack Obama and his job rating, the answer always seems to be, it's too soon. When will it be time to ask? Ah well, the truth is, that after Bush2 stole, er, won, first time, I moaned from day 1. And I didn't stop moaning - ever. I am still moaning .... If you're gonna hate someone, not much will change your mind. If you have preconceived notions, again, nothing will change your mind.

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So, who is concerned about the direction that the European elections have gone, do you care and why do you care? I care, but I am more interested in the numerous elections that are slated for the mid-east this year. I care desperately about foreign policy. I may be an American citizen, but first, I am a world citizen.

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Atheists: Whats the worst thing you ever done? Hmmm. Maybe lost my patience with overly religious zealots and toss word bombs.

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Will you do something art-related today? Yes - working with a friend on his children's book. :D I want to do the illustrations so I am groveling.

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When your girlfriend cheats on you and moves out what is the best way to deal with it? Clean the house and change the sheets - there are more women out there and eventually you'll find someone who is more suited to you.

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A friend of mine recently read my answers/comments on here and told me I was "brutal." I've had some similar reactions from members here. I don't know how to feel, but I figured I would poll the audience. What's your opinion of me? I run the risk of having you be a prick to me AGAIN, but that's what the unsubscribe button is for.... I wouldn't say you are brutal, I'd say you are arrogant and rude. But since I have chunks of guys like you in my stool, it's all water off a ducks back. You aren't the only rude person on AB - as is obvious from some of the answers and comments I've read on...

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Would you be my friend if I rated up every amswer/question you posted on AB no matter what it was? I might be your friend because I kind of like your name - but forget the gratuitous points. I only want points when I've earned them.

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Did I just see you driving by my house? My GPS doesn't work and I'm lost! Which house is it again?

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How can I find a skanky girl to teach me about sex without having to deal with worrying about a "relationship"? I think people normally have these experiences through one-night-stands, of which I have had zero. I feel like I'm lacking bad in bed skills. pay a prostitute to show you the ropes. bring lots of condoms with you. no relationship, and no fuss, expert training. LOL

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Why would anyone in Africa need male enhancement pills? Your question implies that Africans might not be like everyone else. - Someone in Africa might be just like your dad, brother, grandfather, etc., and have ED. - Do you believe that everyone in Africa is oversexed? Too poor to go to a doc and get a diagnosis of ED? Already has more kids than they can raise? You need to get out more - or at least pay attention to current events. Parts...

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Where is the best place to hide $100,000.00 CASH? (humor welcome) Give it to me. It will be safe. I promise. :D LMAO.

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I borrowed a sewing machine from a close friend for six months, to get the hang of making and mending, and am now looking to buy my first sewing machine. What brand is best for sewing as part of a regular hobby, with light to heavy (eg faux fur) fabrics? I use a Husqvarna. It can be bought simple, and converted with widgets later for advanced work.

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Why do most Elvis impersonators impersonate him in his older, bulkier days? Maybe because most Elvis impersonators are older and bulkier themselves.

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Why would you DR a true question? I understand DR someone's answer to YOUR question, but don't understand the question being DR!! No disrespect meant here, so please don't take it that way. I've heard it said that there is no such thing as a stupid question. I used to believe that was true, until I was on AB for a time. Now I know that it is NOT true. Take a look at the questions posted here and consider: how many of them are playing around within a clique? how many of them are truly serious? how many...

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What did you think of Obama's speech at Cairo University, yesterday? My wish, at election time, was to see an end of the really bad foreign policy choices that had been perpetrated by Bush-Cheney. I voted for Obama, because I believed that America's foreign policy stance was awful - and it undermined our nation on the world stage. Obama's views are truly moderate - treat all nations as equal, with no one nation favored. It may take awhile to get...

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Agree or disagree? If a person doesn't understand the possibilities of pregnancy or STDs, then that person should not be sexually active. AGREE. Now, lets get real sex education (age appropriate) back in schools - it's only biology people.

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Why do so many women not want to get involved with women who have children? It kind of stands to reason that lesbians would have similar thought processes to any other group - and statistics show that there is a clear trend in any sexual preference NOT wanting to get involved with someone who already has kids.

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Anti-gay rights activists: If marriage is for procreation, than why don't you want to ban post-menstrual marriage, or sterile marriage, or marriages where neither partner wants kids? Good question; lots of points for all to gain hierarchy. BTW - Betty Bowers rocks! (pls see vid)

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Do you think eating competitions are disgusting? Yes I do for the reason Glambert stated in comment: "So many hungry people" - and idiots are cramming it down their throats - not out of hunger, but out of desire to 'win'.

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Is it just me, or is Hulu.com Happiness, wrapped in Awesomeness, with a side of Hooray? Is the stuff on Hulu all free? (If it's free, it's me!)

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Do they have kosher swine in Kibbutz Lahav? What a great a article! Pigs are really smart creatures and I bet they just love doing this. - In my usual way, while reading the Q, I had this immature thought: Do they have kosher swine flu in Kibbutz Lahav? (pardon my sophmoric humor please)

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I have a billy club. What did you name your club? Scepter.

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Can I play with your________? Evil Parrot. (Payton & the Parrots - OH! I feel a short story coming on)

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Can you name one animal you can see in a zoo? knagaroo

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How about an odyssey around the country and perhaps the world with some song titles with cities in the title? This oughta be a fun trip....... City of New Orleans:

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Could AB be considered a cult? I think to be a cult, money has to be turned over. The day I get asked to pay for this, is the day I am out of here. Just think of how much entertainment we are providing to the owners of this site and soooo many others. We should get paid for our enlightened (ahem), and entertaining presence.

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For the sake of argument, if your country was to become a theocracy, which religion would you prefer be in charge? Buddhism. (or Taoism, or Rastarianism) Nothing based on Abrahamic tradition please.

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Do western people think that Islam is a religion of low socio-economic and poorly aducated peoples? This American does not stereotype in that manner. I believe that Muslims are much like any other group of people - in which all socio-economic and education levels exist. I do wonder though; how does a nation of people claim to educate its citizens when some are marginalized out of society? What I am asking is how are women educated if they are not allowed to attend schools?

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When is the best time to go to the Zoo? (season,weather,time...) I like to go to zoo in winter time when no one else wants to be there. The animals seem to be alert to visitors then (probably because visitors are few and far between). This time of year to visit only works if you live in an area that experiences all 4 seasons. If it is hot year round where you are, forget the suggestion. LOL

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If someone had green hair what would you think? I would think that they should've gotten out of the swimming pool sooner.

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What would be the one thing you wish could grow on trees? Big huge fruits of peace. :D

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What's the first thing you do in the shower? Stick my face into the water.

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If you had the time,would you volunteer your spare time to help others in the community? I already do in a number of ways.

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Give me a reason to start twittering? Because we are all going tweet what we're doing in bed (or on the sofa, or in the car...)?

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Would you rather watch a show about life or actually go out and live it? I would prefer to spend my time enjoying life rather than watching someone else' life. If you are referring to reality TV shows, the only thing 'real' about them is that they air on TV in a certain time slot. Now, if you had asked if reading about a life was interesting, I would have said yes to that. Go figure. :D

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Have you ever been accused of being arrogant? On a regular basis. I don't give a rats behind though. I am what I am....

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Why are clams so happy? Well, here are some more reasons why clams have reason to be happy: Millions of eggs produced by a female clam each year: 1.6 to 6.3 Gallons of water a single clam filters in an hour: 1 Life span of a hard clam, in years: 30 Number of spawner-clam sanctuaries established: 50 Approximate number of clams found in a 2008 survey: 320 million Percent increase in baby clams on Nature...

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Who else is sick of Big Brother? Big Brother is never going to go away - not after 9/11. That act of terrorism opened the door to invasive techniques forever - and, most Americans would rather think they are safer with cameras mounted on every light post, than complain about it. Good or bad, it is here to stay (unless all the light posts fall, laws are reversed, or there is a revolution. None of which will happen in my...

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U.K or America What one is better? And tell the truth. Better at what? I will try to answer this on a basic level. I have a friend who married a Brit and she moved from the US to England. She tells me that it is crazy in England - from the cost of living, to the medical system and also about getting a drivers license. Personally, I don't see that there are too many differences - but I have only visited, not lived in the UK.

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Does it annoy you that (some) religious people try and take away peoples rights? It doesn't just annoy me, it makes me livid mad. I would never slam someone for their beliefs, but when they attempt to oppress or repress others (or me), or they try to influence legislation, I think they have stepped over the line.

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Do you believe in this saying? "Keep away from people who belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, the really great ones make you believe that you too can be great"? You bet I believe in that expression - and, given half a chance, I love to instill confidence in someone where it may not have been before.

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Why are a lot of car dealerships closed on Sundays and Mondays? The real reason car dealers are closed on Sundays is that there is no finance company open - no place to get a car loan - you can't allow someone to simply drive off in a car unless the deal is 'sealed'. As far as Mondays - I can't answer that as in my area they are all open on Mondays. It could be that "paper buyers" (finance guys) have a hard time getting...

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Do you know anybody named Peter? Yes. One lives in British Columbia (the lucky guy!) and the other is an ex-boyfriend who used to have abs of steel (you could bounce quarters off his abs), but now he is working on building a 'shed' over his 'tool'. :D

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Have you ever lived with a theif? Yes. My youngest sister is not only a thief, but a substance abuser as well. (kind of explains the thievery). I do not have anything to do with her any longer. neither does my other sister and brother. She is HEINOUS bad at stealing anything that isn't nailed down - and then she accuses others for what she does. PAH!

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Is it wrong to not want to date someone because of the kind of job they have? Suppose you met guy that managed McDonalds for a living, or worked as a janitor, yet he was extrememly nice, very attractive, no kids, own car, and 100% independent. I might have said no earlier in my life, but find that I now think it is important to consider what a potential partner does as a means of making a living. My husband works for G.M.A.C. (rebranded as Ally Bank). We met while working in same office. I left company in 1982 for a number of reasons, one being that I did not believe that I wanted to work for a company that facilitated degradation...

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Have trial lawyers destroyed this country? Our litigant rich environment is destroying the court systems.

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Who wants a nap? ME! ME! ME! *hands waving in air, jumping up and down in chair!* Rain always makes me want to sleep.

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Some ABers think that prostitution is as simple as a business. they said some has a need and some can give it against payment.well, now would u like 2 see ur mom,sister as a prost. as they are doing a business and giving tax,contributing the society? A mom or sister should not have to answer to a child or sibling about what they chose as their profession. Whether you like it or not, it isn't YOUR life.

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8 years ago I took out a credit card in my name. Today I receive a call from a debt collector hassling me with heaps of phone calls non stop trying to get me to pay this bill which I thought my ex-husband had paid. can they make me pay it after 8 years There are regulations placed on collection of debt callers. First, they can not call you before a specific hour or after a certain time. That varies by state, but most are pretty much the same. Second, there are rules as to how many times within a time frame a debt collector can contact you by phone. That too varies from state to state, but again, standards have been set since collections...

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Do you determine right and wrong based on whether it's legal or not? ------ Is there anything that's legal that you think is wrong? Legal or illegal is not a benchmark for morals - morals are personal values which are determined by each individual. I think there are lots of things that are illegal that are good, and yes, some things that are legal and still immoral.

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Does anyone not have any tattoos? I have no tattoos. I admire them on others (sometimes), and I appreciate cultural inking (Maori tats), but never really wanted to have that kind of identifier on my body. It IS an artform that has my respect - (the tattooists themselves I mean).

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Why are clams so happy? because they are not oysters... "The time has come," the Walrus said, "To talk of many things: Of shoes--and ships--and sealing-wax-- Of cabbages--and kings-- And why the sea is boiling hot-- And whether pigs have wings." "But wait a bit," the Oysters cried, "Before we have our chat; For some of us are out of breath, And all of us are fat!"...

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When a telemarketer calls. . . do you "politely" listen to their speel. . . or are you quite blunt and tell them you're not interested as they try to sell you. . . .do you just hang up WHILE they're talking. . . . .or do you tell them off for bugging you? I have been known to set the phone down on the counter and simply ignore it - with telemarketer on other end - for hours. It kind of ties up the telephone that they called from. Also - so who doesn't know how to use the national do not call registry????

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How do you plead in regards to this hanis act that you are accused of I plead guilty for being YOUR personal spelling police today: heinous. I know the word well, it is part of another one of my nicknames: Heinous Bitch. :D I DO still love you, you realize that, don't you???? :D

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Do you think that Roe versus Wade was a prime example of judicial activism, or do you agree that there is a fundamental right to privacy in the Constitution and that it covers a woman's right to manage her own body? See LINK: I agree that there is a fundamental right to privacy and that right covers a woman's right to manage her own reproductive health - as well as all aspects of her health.

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Are you ready to know the truth about the ABer we knew as DreAnna? See my answer......... ARGh. Sorry that you all fell prey to a predator. I want to tell you a story: I was part of an online community (www.1giantleap.tv) for 5 years. Many of the people there did actually meet up and many of us traveled and met the owners of the site. Over time one individual became a problem - not so much to all - many of us saw through him - but he did prey on women - and young girls. One...

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If you could go back in jesus times and see what really happened would you? No. They did not have hot running showers, shampoo was iffy, and no one had invented ice cream.

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Difference between data and knowledge Data is information stored. Knowledge is application of data to life. IMHO. :D

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What color lures work best for catching large mouth bass in the early summer (I live in new england and typically fish late afternoon/early evening)? Actually, it would probably be best if you used a lure that simulated some kind of naturally occurring critter from your area. When I am in Northern Wisconsin fishing, I use a a crank bait that is black with white skeletal outlines on it. I can't recall what it is called... it also rattles a bit. It is light, floats except when reeling in (then it dives about 5 feet). I also like to...

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Do you currently have more than 2 pets? yes, parrots (2 of my own) and the cat who isn't mine. SO, three pets live here.

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Do you think you`ve fitted into answerbag fairly well? So - So. No one likes my questions. And I came here with a plan - stay one year, write an article about it. I do that kind of stuff, take a year to research and see what something is all about. Then I bow out. Strange but true.

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I'm a petite girl and I love my perky little breasts, but I really want big boobs. Should I get implants or not? NO! You'll never be able to buy a dress again that fits proper. And shirts, oh it is so hard to find a great top that covers boobs and still looks good. And guys know when they are not natural. They say "Body by 3M". At least my husband says that....

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Has anyone here ever worked for social services before? What was it like? Did you make good money? You make lousy money, it weighs heavy on your heart (if you have the tendency to become 'involved'), you will never feel absolute serenity again. On the other hand, you might just feel like a hero when you've had successes. It is both fulfilling and heartbreaking work.

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The domestic Robot era never happened after all, did it? Well, I am not so sure that it didn't. I consider some mechanicals robots such as roomba (the self vac machine) as well as microwaves with auto control, dish washers, and even slow cookers. What constitutes robot? Does it have to be ambulatory? Does it have to vocalize? Does it have to clean up after itself (in case of laundry, fold and put away)? The idea of self propelled robots...

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So what do you think about the nutcase that murdered the abortion doctor in church?http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090601/ap_on_re_us/us_tiller_shooting I think they should be charged with terrorism just like any other fundamentalist who kills a citizen, or citizens, of this country. Actions like these reinforces my disbelief in any deity. A self respecting deity would be as offended by this as I am - and certainly could be expected to weigh in on the matter.

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I find it funny that those that don't believe in god are only middle of the road when it comes to IQ. All the greats, Steven Hawkins, Einstein, even Darwin all admit that there has to be a god. Why are Atheist such small thinkers? This is an offensive question, on so many levels I won't even start to enumerate them. If it comforts you to think that people who don't believe as you do are stupid, have "empty, cold, unfulfilled lives" (your words) with little reason to get up in the morning, then bless your mercenary little heart. Obviously SOMETHING has to make you feel better - if your...

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I overheard someone say the history books are not accurate. What do you think? History books are not global, and so, are from the POV of the author (who is a citizen of someplace). History books also fall prey to dated info. Example: the science of archaeology changes so quickly that it is difficult for text books to remain up to date. Also, as times change, and perceptions, opinions about 'good and bad', right and wrong change too. I can not recall ever...

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If you had a cat, dog and parrot, which would be the smartest of your pets? I have cat and parrots. Parrots are smarter than cats and I think dogs.

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I know quite a bit about Ipods but my Touch is giving me a fit. I have a separate ac adapter that I sometimes let it charge to but lately its been acting up. When I plug up the adapter, my Ipod says it has a full charge, but it doesn't. Any suggestions? Here is a link to apple help about charging batts on the touch. I know I had problems with mine, and I think it has been discussed on AB before. The batt will act up if you leave the pod plugged in all of the time (charging). Mine still does this if I do not disconnect it daily. Also, charging through your computer is better for the pod. (as stated in other answer for this Q). Link:...

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I need a name for my hawk! My Red Shouldered Hawk friend lives around my neighbor hood and "watches over"(stalks) my bunnies. What should I name him? Spirit Bird. Native Americans revere red tail hawks and call them "Spirit Birds".

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A racoon (or so my dad thinks) is pooping in our pool. How do we get rid of it (for my sake without hurting it)? My husband and I have had the pleasure of same. A creature goes to end of diving board and craps. This happened a number of time in winter when we had the security cover on the pool. We are certain that it was a raccoon as we have seen them in the yard. Animal behaviorists suggest that as with any "sniffy" animal (mammals mostly) one perfect way to discourage them, and not hurt the...

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Do you know any twisted sayings? Like: "It's better to have loved and lost ... than to have gotten married?" Blessed are the cracked for they shall let in the light. Joke 'em if they can't take a f**k.

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Did Noah have giant marine aquariums on the ark? If not, how did the marine fish survive with the huge influx of freshwater (rain)? Little bitty teeny rebreathers.

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Do you believe there are just some people out there who aren't ever going to be happy unless they're always. . . . . . . . . . . . UNHAPPY? Some people just happen to live best in a negative energy environment.

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It has been claimed that, quoting, "More people have died in the name of religion, than from all wars, combined." Do you agree with that statement? Do deaths from religion outnumber all the war casualties in recorded Earth history? I think that to answer properly we would have to determine just what wars were fought for religious reasons and which ones were not. I will say that there has been a terrible amount of violence done in the name of religion. If I were god, I'd be pissed about it.

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Why does it seem some people don't answer your question? There are many reasons I don't answer a Q. If I think it is offensive. If I am not certain of an answer. If I think it is a "leading" question. If I don't see it. If it is TOO full of pathos.

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If being attacked by pirates wasn't a concern and you had the money and freedom to do it, would you enjoy sailing around the world? YES YES a thousand times yes. And I wouldn't worry about pirates either.

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What were you doing 20 years ago? Moving in to apartment with now husband. Shedding the last of my bad-girl ways. Settling a claim for carpal tunnel syndrome and wondering what I would do to make a living. Playing with my infant twin niece and nephew. I was still putting on mascara everyday, still curling my hair, wearing heels when dressing up, and my Kitty was only 2 years old. I did not own parrots. I could never...

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Determinism; genetic, psychic or environmental. Is who you are today all your grand parents fault (genetic), all your parent's fault (psychological), or everybody around you's fault? Or do you reject determinism? Nature vs Nurture. Still holds true (IMHO). Genetics as well as how you came up determine much of who you will be. But, other than genetics (and even some of that can be controlled), each person determines who they are, or will be.

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Is this another piece of evidence that Al Gore was right about global warming? SEE LINK I think that too many people WISH that they could convince themselves that human activity has nothing to do with climate change. It's easy to blame anyone who has put themselves into a position of authority RE:"Global Warming". Payton, if you read the science behind the claims, you'd begin to doubt your doubt. If you stopped with the buzz phrase "global...

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Are you satisfied with any organization that is government run? Hardly, but then I think along the lines of that old expression coined to express dissatisfaction with computer data: Garbage in, garbage out. Problem is, no one wants to be personally accountable for their part in a badly run organization.

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Do you like the appearance of your fingernails, or do you suffer the "aftermath" of nail biting (chewing) from childhood like damaged nailbeds? I have damaged nail beds on my fingers and toes - and no, I never chewed my toenails. I don't know why they are damaged other than bad shoes in my youth. I have been known to chew on fingers long ago before I realized how bad it was for my fingers and teeth. :D

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Why is it that students from India in Australian Universities are being specifically targeted and attacked in that country? I had not heard of this either, but then I am not in Australia; I will send this to a couple of friends who do live there to see what they have to say about it. I am certain that they too will be rather shocked to here about this....

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What did I do to scare you so bad? Oh yeah .... just for you P.

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Do you correct people's wording, grammar, and/or spelling on the internet? Not unless they request it of me in capacity of editor. I'd LIKE to do so, but think that it does not serve any constructive purpose. People just get embarrassed, angry, offended, or, maybe they are spelling in a manner that is not same as mine (ie: british eng. vs Amer. Eng). Lots of people are on internet and English is not their "milk tongue". We need to be aware of this...

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Have you tasted 'Haggis' and did you like it? I think I understood why the Scottish people invented Scotch. To get rid of the taste of haggis. Kind of like why the Cubans smoke humongous cigars - to get rid of the taste of garlic in their food.

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What did I do to scare you so bad? It had something to do with you wearing a dress.... I didn't know you had man titties!

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Can you get swine fly from Ms. Piggy? Not sure, but I did hear you could get avian flu from big bird.

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US President Barack Obama is to set out plans for securing American computer networks against cyber attacks. About time? See LINK: Do you think while he's at it, he can get our satellite systems updated so the Garmin doesn't go off and get me lost again? LOL You Do know about the GPS problems, yes?

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Its May 29 2009...are there flowers growing in your garden yet? The bluebells are long gone, the wigelia is almost done, the roses are starting, as are the coral bells and moss roses. I also have honeysuckle vine in bloom, spider wort, peonies (the pinks are done, the whites are starting), my jasmine vine has been blooming for 3 weeks and is about done with this cycle, and I have calibroachia blooming. I think that is it for now, but soon rudibeckia, bee...

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Do you ever try to rationalize with someone who appears to be "out of control"? Or do you recognize it's a worthless task, ignore them and move on? I'll give it one shot, and if I don't see a deglazing of rabid eyes, I tend to call it quits.

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How many lawn ornaments do you display in the summer? The same amount that I display in the winter. I have statues in my yard which stay out all year long. And no, there are no gnomes. :D

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According to Dr De Rijke, ducks have a good sense of humor. What do you think? I had a duck once, and later a couple of geese. The duck was great, but I didn't notice it laughing at my jokes. However, my parrots DO have a sense of humor and one actually laughs (sounds a bit like me when he does it). He has made some jokes of his own too, which freaked me out at first, but now I am kind of used to it. I was reading about the regional accents of ducks which I...

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Can we catch diseases from our swimming pool? Not if it is maintained well and the water kept in good balance. You know, maybe you can if you have specific allergies - like to chlorine, or some metals.

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Can someone please explain exactly why TV uses Canned Laughter? Because fresh is too expensive? LOL

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Do wolves frighten You? No. They aren't anywhere near me.

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Women: besides your keys and wallet, what 3 things you must have in your purse? Mouthwash A small notebook (no lines) pens and pencils

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What commercial do you find so annoying that you would never buy that companies product? Sham-wow. That guy makes me gag.

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Trying to think of a band name. All I remember is that their CD cover had the picture of the grandma and grandpa with a pitchfork in front of a barn. Can someone help? could it be American Gothic? That is the name of the painting with an "old man and old lady in front of a barn holding a pitchfork".

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What are different words I could use for "Treasurer of ________?" or "Treasurer of The _______?" To assign meaning for you, it is necessary to know what the project is, the organization, etc. What exactly are you doing? I mean, you could be treasurer of the bank with no money. Treasurer of the Pittance. Treasurer of the Committee for Silly Walks. Well?

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Does hair gel make chemical damage to you? What hair products do you use? That actually work! I like using Aveda hair and skin products. They are never tested on animals, they are natural products, derived from plant, minerals and herbs and YES, they really do work. they are available only in Aveda salons and Aveda skincare shops. Pricey, but worth it IMHO.

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I'm very ignorant when it comes to computers. How do you burn a CD of music in iTunes? (I have a Mac) thanks. what mac are you using? powerbook, notebook, etc. what OS does your mac use? When you open iTunes, and you have a music library in it, find the music you want to burn to a disc and put a check mark in the box to the left of the info. Click on BURN DISC in bottom right hand corner. Mac will tell you to insert disc. Do so. Mac will then check to see if the music will fit on disc, and...

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Why do beliefs about Global Warming go with political stance? All of the other responses have correct points in them. I'd like to add that people who do not believe that humans are responsible for some climate change do not have to accept personal responsibility thus need make no changes to their lifestyles. I know personally that Republicans and Democrats alike believe in Global Warming, and then there are people from both parties who do not...

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Would you call me prejudiced if I say that I don't like anti-homosexuals? Or do you think it is stupid to say that someone who doesn't like bigots is a bigot? I think it is perfectly fine to say that one is intolerant of ignorance and narrow mindedness. We are all entitled to our opinions and beliefs.

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I vote based on the President nominee's stand on abortion and gay marriage,and Morals.What is your vote based on? Leadership qualities and foreign policy. Yes, personal freedom and rights are important - but it is leadership that is necessary and we are all affected by a presidents foreign policy choices.

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Why the western world is always targeting the MUSLIM world????? is ISLAM a threaten 4 them with it's holy theories???????if u have read QURAN then u can answer. not otherwise...be sure and then answer me..... First of all +5 because no one should be down rated for asking a question. Secondly, I have read the Quran, in English (yes, I know, that almost means I did not read it). To answer your question, religions have been targeting each other for as long as someone has said that they are right while everyone else is wrong. The Quran contains beliefs which are forthright - no ambiguity about...

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WARNING!!! Could those of you whom I ever emailed please give me your attention? I've just now discovered I have an email virus. Please - do NOT open any NEW emails from me. It is sending emails without my consent! At times like this, I sing the praises of macintosh.

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Are California taxes too high or too low? See LINK: I think I've found a solution for CA cash crunch. Revoke the NPO status to churches and start taxing them on real estate and annual tithes. It seems to me that as the church groups in CA continue to be politically motivated, they no longer are entitled to their 'religious' status. As long as individual churches continue to push their political agendas, they should have to...

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What is unique about your personality? I am endlessly curious about life and the world around me.

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Did I just see you looking under my dress? Honest! I was looking for my dog!

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I just wasted the first dollar of my life on the lottery, and didn't even win. How much have you spent on the lottery in your life? I have never played the lottery. I have never enjoyed, or wanted to gamble. I guess I don't have that kind of mindset. I WANT to play lottery now and then, but figure that it just isn't for me. I have never been to a casino either. Am I missing something?

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How do you get rid of writer's block? Just write. About anything. Never let the paper remain blank (or the screen). One thing that keeps you writing is journaling. I used to get up at 5 AM and journal. I would carve out 45 minutes every morning before anyone got up. Later, when it was time to work, I would go back to the journal to see what 'flowed' out in the fresh morning words. It is the same with painters, or...

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How do i find a writer to write my story? Can't seem to put it into words myself If you look for a ghost writer, make sure you find one that will be true to YOUR voice, not their own. If you are looking here, there are professional authors on this site. I'd say I'm one, but I don't ghost for others. I have a friend in Florida who does this kind of work all the time if you are interested.

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Can you do the stanky leg? That sounds kinda nasty actually.... I'm scared too!

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Could you imagine having too much money? If one has more money than they can use themselves, there are countless things that could be done with it to give hand UP to others. If I had too much money, I would first start a micro credit company. I would think about building schools, I would think about funding the arts, I would come and visit every nice, cool person I have ever talked to online..... Yes, money can be corrupting, but...

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It's garden season! Do you know a hoe that I can use? Looking at this seasons fashion, I'd say that give it some time and a few degrees of heat - there'll be plenty of hoes around to chose from.

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Gay marriage supporters prepare for next fight in California. Why not a ballot initiative to take away the right of Republicans (the minority in CA) to vote? That done, the marriage equality initiative would easily pass. Hmmm. Jim you are sounding like a neighbor of mine. He works with the state district attorney office - he is an attorney himself. He stated that it is his belief that not everyone should be given the right to vote. He seems to think that in order to qualify to cast a vote, Americans should be required to test first. Test on what I am not sure. It was rather shocking to hear this come out of...

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If you were wealthy, where would you buy a home? A house on the beach, or a mansion in the hills? If I were wealthy enough to own more than this house, I'd buy one in the woods (deep forest), one on a lake (northern lake with big fat fish), and one someplace on Mallorca. Oh, I think I'd like my own plane too. Screw the airlines.

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It's Memorial Day. Have you thanked a vet or decorated a grave today? I don't wait for a holiday to thank vets that I meet. I decorated my subdivision entry street gardens with small american flags - oops. I need to take them down to use on flag day!

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I saw this huge Moth (5 inch wing span) in Southern Indiana. What is it? See video. It looks like an polyphemus moth. They are about that large and even bigger. piccie: http://www.cirrusimage.com/polyphemus_moth.htm

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Lets say a Girl pleasures herself after getting her panties wet...and later on a few hours later or that night, will she get as wet as she was prior...I noticed as a Man after ejaculation I produce less and less more I do it...is it the same for a Girl? No. We are omnipotent. LOL

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Im a 15 yr old girl and im friends with this late 30's guy..lately hes been gettin pretty flirty..but i do really like him and he is really goodlukin and stylish and we have so much in common its just age thats the factor..wat should i do? Hmmm. First of all, you might like him and think you have much in common, but really, the dude is way out of his margin of correctness. There is not much in common a 15 year old can have with a 30 year old male unless he is a high functioning idiot. The experiences of life make your difference in age huge! All of the things you will need to experience as you mature, "he" has...

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Why is it when you call a medical specialist for an appointment, they are booked solid for the next 6 months, but when you have your doctor call for an appointment, they can get you in within a week? Medical referrals always are expedited.

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What is the saddest poem you have ever heard LIFE IS BUT A DREAM by: Lewis Carroll (1832-1898) BOAT, beneath a sunny sky Lingering onward dreamily In an evening of July-- Children three that nestle near, Eager eye and willing ear, Pleased a simple tale to hear-- Long has paled that sunny sky; ...

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Are you more right wing or left wing? Middle - I'd hate to list to starboard.

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Why does my cat love the taste of my ear wax.....hes like a crackhead on it as long as you don't develop the habit of eating your cats ear wax, I guess it's all OK.

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Do you find swears offensive or just as another impolite part of language It's not what you say, it's how you say it. BAd: so and so is an asshole. OK: so and so is a sphincter muscle. Bad: go F**K yourself OK: well, bless your heart. I do not find "curse" words offensive, unless they are used wrong (the user of word doesn't understand the definition). I find it more offensive to listen to hypocrisy than I do to listen to...

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Why is the word war used so much more frequently in our vocabulary than the word peace????Instead of talking about how the war is going, like how about how far away from peace are we? Peace! Probably for the same reasons it is OK to talk in the media about violence, dysfunction, conflict and murder, yet, fines will be imposed if you utter the word F**K. It's Ok to speak of ending life, but it is wrong (?) to speak about how life begins. What a screwed up world we live in.

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What's the strangest animal you can think of? Monotremes. - echidna and platypus

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Why Do Some People Criticize All the Time and Put Others Down? Because they have not learned how to live life with positive energy. You can be marginalized as a kid, or adult, yet still find reserves of strength within to overcome all of that negativity.

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What kinds of things do you have hidden in your house that nobody else knows about? I'd tell you, but then I'd have to kill you. (Kidding!) LOL

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Should past sexual indiscretions be held against job applicants? A sexual indiscretion is not a criminal act and should not necessarily even be brought up in a job interview. An interview such as that might be considered sexist and gratuitous. The only exception might be if one were applying for a job where sex with patients or clients is strongly discouraged. A persons sexual dalliances have nothing to do with job skills.

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Why are the glaciers melting? There are numerous reasons for glacial melt, such as climate change. One of the things accelerating the melting of glaciers is that the water which is created as the ice melts, drains down to the bottom of glaciers, or 'seeps' through crevasses until it becomes a river under the ice, acting like a conveyor, it helps the glacier to move faster, driving it into the sea, or simply...

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What was the best novel made into a really good film, that you know of? A Clockwork Orange written by Anthony Burgess and produced/directed by Stanley Kubrick.

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What article of clothing or shoes makes you think of summer? (Flip-flops make me think summer!) shorts! sandals! Bathing Suits! Sunscreen! *sigh* summer rocks! :D

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My mothers' husband and I have a mutual dislike for each other, do I HAVE to invite him to my graduation ceremony if I invite my mother? If you love your mother, yes, you need to invite her husband. You may dislike, even more.... but honestly, you need to understand that your mother loves that person and so perhaps put your emotions aside if you wish to remain close to her. Find something to respect in the person, even if it is only that he makes her happy. My father remarried when my mother died. None of us kids liked his...

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Americans: Did you know that Native Americans get free money from the government just for being Native American? Well, now that you know that...here is the question......Isn't paying only them just state-sponsored racism? What I think is that it is about time that people started paying rent to the tribes who lived on this continent before most of Europe could wipe its nose on anything other than it's collective sleeve. Native Americans were conned out of their land, deprived of their food sources, their women were stolen, raped and married off to immigrants (ah-ha! a filthy word - and where do most...

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What are your views on "children having children"? I so wish we'd stop fantasizing that kids will stop having sex and practice abstinence. It has never happened, and it probably never will happen. Give reproductive age kids access to birth control, give them safe sex education, and give them knowledge about sex and perhaps less teens would feel the need to experiment. Children should not have children and I believe that most are ill...

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With people popping up with strange traits such as the ability to SEE sound and other oddities does that prove that man as a animal is still evolving and changing? I don't know if this is new manifestation of traits, or if we are only now beginning to understand how the brain really works. I find it amazing that we know so little about the organ that controls our sub and conscious life.

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Have you ever eaten a dog treat? euw. No. Should I?

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Ladies: Have you ever been caught farding on the way to work? I wondered what the term farding meant. OK, no. I never put makeup on in car. Don't eat in car, talk on cell phone (unless absolutely planned or necessary), do not hold pets on lap while driving, do not fuss with my hair. I actually pay attention to driving. That's why I insist on keeping my license until I am 110 years old and geezing. LOL

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Why does it hurt when you sneeze but nothing comes out, I end up tearing when this happens :( My nose itched, my eyes and ears itched and ran, I sneezed constantly, and I was always ill. Then I got tested for allergies. I am allergic to seasonal things and year round stuff. You sound like you have some of the same symptoms.

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Grey hair- dying it or keeping it? My friend, hair dye. I wish like my father I was silver. But I'm grey when - so I am well acquainted with hair color.

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Have you known anyone who hates their own ethnicity ("race") or do you hate your own ethnicity? If so to either, how does this affect their, or your, lives? For many years Native American people were forced to either hide their ethnicity, or be marginalized because of it. It seems to me that this produced a terrible state on reservations as well in urban areas where Native American populations moved to. Alcoholism and drug abuse were just some of the ways they were affected. Lack of self esteem is crippling to an individual and to a society. ...

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Would you say that this statement is PROBABLY true of MOST Indiana natives? "You might be a HOOSIER, if you spend an hour on the telephone, chatting with a 'wrong number'." No. The Hoosiers I know barely give you the time of day. Of course, since moving to the armpit of america, I isolate myself as much as possible. But Indianar natives are very incestuous in nature. If you aren't one of their frat bros, or soro sisters, they figure you aren't 'there'. Are you a hoosier????? I'm not, I just live here. hahaha.

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If you are scheduled to have a c-section, should your doctor still be checking you for dilation towards the end of your pregnancy? I do not know the answer to this, but wonder .... if a woman dialates enough to give birth, then why subject her to a C section? I'm going to follow this Q to see if anyone gives a good answer... I am curious!

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Is it possible to be black and racist? You can bet your warm fuzzy behind that it's possible, and perhaps even likely. odds are probably the same for blacks as for whites.

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What is one thing that you only have do to once in order to learn your lesson? Indulging in anything to the point of nausea. (puking is a powerful reinforcement of the negative).

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What is it that separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom? Or are we not separate? I believe that what makes us human, and allowed us to evolve is first we learn to control our emotions. Consider the first proto-human who purposefully 'made' fire - they had to get over any fear of it (the unknown factor). To evolve into human kind, our ancestors needed to 'reason' to get beyond the animal reactions. The other thing that I think makes us human is our...

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Do you tell the person next to you in a theatre to shut their "yap" if they're talking. . . .or do you take it upon yourself to quietly move? These little guys are skunks. http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/skunk.html skunks are apparently not indigenous to your continent - which is kind of sad as they are really cute. They have one unpleasant feature to their anatomy: a gland which contains a very pungent oil/liquid which the skunk can 'spray' when it feels endangered. This is what I have in...

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Why do people copy and paste vast amounts of text as answers instead of writing their own answers or summarizing and providing a link? Am I the only one who is annoyed by this? I have summarized before and then been asked for my sources. I have given sources and been told to summarize. You just can't make everyone happy all of the time. I approach an academic answer in the same manner that I would approach a journalistic piece. Get my facts in line, cite my sources, summarize. In the case of merely conversational answers, citing sources, or being totally...

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On August 31, 1973, I affirmed my decision to be "Childless by Choice" and had a bilateral vasectomy, which to this day, I have never regretted. If you have been sterilized, did you ever have "second thoughts" or regret your decision? I had 2 ectopic pregnancies before I was 35, so I am infertile now, although not exactly by choice. However I have never regretted not having kids. There are plenty of kids around to adopt, foster, mentor. Also, there are enough humans on this planet. Congratulations to you for being empowered to know yourself and take your reproductive status into your own hands. No second thoughts, and...

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Is Dick Cheney living proof of the late Albert Camus' observation that every man over 40 is responsible for his own face? Cheney's ugliness leaks out of his very pores. The sneer is perhaps the single most disturbing thing. What he thinks of everyone is written all over his mug.

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What's your favorite episode of Seinfeld? The one that has Elaine complaining that her head is so big that seagulls crash into it.

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Look at the photos of this real restaurant in Taiwan, then answer this question, please: Would you EAT in such an establishment? great commentary on quality of food? personally, i think this would be an approps ad campaign stype for McDonalds.

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What are you working on right now? Painting rustoleum on a plant stand (dry time) writing "The Great Neighbor Quiz" research: semiotics of contemporary culture and giving the parrots each a bath. Trying to get Payton to stop by for a sandwich and some iced tea.

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Do the total effect of a person's actions and conduct during the successive phases of the person's existence, known as Karma, determine the person's destiny in the current life alone or does it extend to possible future births of the soul? I don't think much of future births, next lives or what is often referred to as "building a stairway to heaven". I do find that living a wakeful life; an aware, existentialist (NOW!) kind of life is what makes me a positive person (the glass is always half full). I have some kind of faith that good begets same, kindness is returned, love never runs out, there is always...

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Is it just me or are elderly drivers worse then drunk drivers? As far as I know, many states have imposed testing of elderly drivers. The age that the testing is imposed varies from state to state. There are tiers in auto insurance policies as well. Notice your policy will give discount if males are over a certain age, and under a certain age. Discounts may be applicable to those who take 'senior' driving courses, often offered by slick...

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IK smoking causes lung cancer, but what does weed do? If it is smoked, it produces some of the same particulates and toxins (that are inhaled into the lungs) as cigs do. Since it is not tobacco, there isn't the risk of any nicotine addiction. If it is ingested, it probably is just a bit of extra fiber.

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Do you have allergies? If so to what (animals, mold, medication)? When you get them what is your preferred way to treat it? I have summer allergies and many medications I have tried are unsuccessful so I am hoping you guys will have some useful tips. Allegra and rhinocort. I start allergy shots in June.

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Three US soldiers killed in Baghdad as bombs in Iraq claim 25 lives. When will the US be able to leave a stable, self governing Iraq standing on its own two feet? See LINK: " When will the US be able to leave a stable, self governing Iraq standing on its own two feet?" My Q: With, or without shoes?

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What should a wife do if her husband gets so angry that he throws his shoe at her? If the shoe was thrown with the Muslim intent of doing deep insult, then the woman should cut off his beard when he's sleeping. (Kidding. If a Muslim woman did that, wouldn't her husband kind of have to stay home until the beard grew back?) If the shoe was thrown by an American man at an American woman, then all bets are off. Shred his shoes, cut holes in the soles. Oh a good...

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True story: I was in a crowded elevator the other day and I had an overwhelming urge to say "boy I'm glad I'm finally over that nasty swine flu", but I didn't. Do you think that I missed the perfect comic storm or would I have created mass panic? What!?! Why so tame? Couldn't you conjure up a doozy of a fart? My father-in-law thinks farting in an elevator is the greatest joke of all.

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Why can't gay just be happy with a Civil Union? Why do they insist on it being a marriage? Why do you insist on being in a marriage? To protect the rights of your heirs, to protect joint assets, to ensure that each partner has rights to conservatorship. To ascertain that each partner has rights of visitation in public institutions (hospitals, hospice). These are just a few of the reasons that alternative life style people demand equality under our constitution.

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If your death would guarantee world peace for 1000 years, could you give up your life for the greater good? Yeah, I think I would. I love life, but do not feel that I am so enamored of material world that I could not be free of it. However, I think I'd like some kind of proof that my sacrifice (such as it would be), would result in 1000 years of peace. Oh, and I'd like to know that my parrots would be cared for. :D

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Don't you wish THIS had happened to you? No. Sooner or later, whether it is an individuals mistake or a bank mistake, the bank comes looking for their money. These days, there are few places that a person can really "hide", much less spend money that isn't theirs.

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How long does someone have to file charges after an alleged incident? I ended a friendship with a woman 3 weeks ago and now she is saying we hit her child (totally untrue) and will file charges. We haven't seen these people for 3 weeks. Can she do this? There is a statute of limitations for any alleged infraction - I'm sure that it is different period of time in different areas - but not sure if it is a STATE or FEDERAL statute.... Allegations of abuse against children are often taken quite seriously. I am sorry this happened to you, and hope that you do not experience trouble from this person.

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Is the picture of two naked chicks on that site for religious tolerance appropriate? (see link) It's spring in North America! Naked chicks are everywhere! :D Personally, I think it is a use of gratuitous sensationalism .... Happy weekend & thanks for the smile!

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Is it true that when you name your child that you can put ANY SURNAME on the birth certificate? Could John & Jane Doe, for example, name their son William JONES, if they wished? A mother can give her child whatever surname she chooses. In doing so, it is assumed that the child will carry the fathers surname. But, as far as I am aware, there are no laws to prohibit naming (surname, or last name) as the mother chooses. In the case of both parents giving a surname which is different than their own, I don't think there is a law against that either. Names do not...

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Consider the following bumper sticker slogan: "American by birth. Southern by grace of god." Do you feel this message is suggesting that god prefers people of certain geographical regions more than others? What is your reaction? My reaction: Well bless their little hearts! :D

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Christians have a fish - do atheists have a bumper sticker? I used to have a Darwin symbol on my car. It kept getting stolen. I wonder who'd do something like that.

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What saying or bumper sticker do you keep on your desk or car? Why? I have a sticker from an ex-employee of United Airlines that says "Human Remains". I keep it on my desk.

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I am planning to make this bumpersticker. "bring joy to a childs life : give his parrents a living wage" thoughts? YES! I'd buy one.

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Do you have anything on your car bumper? Yes, I have an OM character on my back bumper and a Sierra Club badge in one of the back windows. (easy to do a demographic on me.... :D )

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What makes people drive much slower than the speed limit? Maybe they are wearing their beer goggles. That makes people drive extra slow/careful.

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Would adults be more productive if mandatory nap time were implemented in the workplace? Mandatory Nap Time? I for one always appreciate a good nap. However, there are lots of people who don't do well when they have napped. They have a hard time getting back on track after a nap. So, mandatory nap??? No. Optional nap places? YES.

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Catholics: What are the lies about our faith that bothers you the most? As an ex-Catholic one thing that continues to bother me is the misconception that Catholics worship icons or saints and also material objects such as statues. I always try to remember to point out to people that for most of a 1000 years, much of Europe and the middle east populations did not/could not read or write. Physical representations such as stations of the cross, statues of saints,...

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How can I make FireFox automatically recognize and highlight hyperlinks in Yahoo Mail? FF does *not* automatically activate the hyperlink when I type in a URL; IE7 did this. Is there a way to enable FF to show hyperlinks in Yahoo Mail? Are you using FireFox on a PC or a Mac? Since FF was developed for mac, it does recognize hyperlinks automatically when used on a mac. I do not know how it works on a PC - but I am going to assume that it functions much the same as InternetEX does for mac - halfassed.

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Why do people say that Catholic teachings are not biblical when their is 7 more books in the Catholic bible then in the KJV bible? Catholic teachings are very close to Coptic teachings, which many other denominations of Christians feel contain too much 'junk'. Other things that differ between Catholicism and KJ bible: The KJV teaches that Jesus's mother had other children. The Catholic church teaches that Mary was 'ever virgin'. There are bunches of other stuff - I've been away from...

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Why do flamingos curve their necks When flamingoes are courting, they do a 'dance' together that is very lovely (to our human eyes) and involves neck curving and wing flapping. Cranes, and other birds do this as well. As far as anatomy and curving of the neck.. well, it is kind of obvious why they might need to stretch, curve or turn their necks based on how they're built and how they need to move for blood flow...

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Is it true that Cubic Zirconia is indistinguishable from a real diamond? I understand that natural diamonds (not created) now must have a number incised on them which is visible only with a loup.

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If I sit here and stare at you would it bother you? Of course not! It's nice out, do you want me to leave it out?

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Can you be greedy in the bedroom? yes, and in the kitchen, the hall and in the pool, riding in the car....

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Does confidence intimidate you? Never! I have it in spades, so I can appreciate it in others.

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Do you mind if I push this button? Yes, but before you do, by chance, did you notice that trap door underneath your feet?

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A question was "Jesus Christ is homosexual." I was highly offended &flagged the answer . AB mailed me back & said,"The flag was not accepted because: This is an acceptable question which has resulted in informative discussion." Should I quit AB now? I wasn't sure if you were serious, then I read through some of the answers and your comments - realized that you were serious. If I am not mistaken, isn't the school of the Torah (the Jewish home of Jesus) a place for debate and introduction to doctrine? The historical Jesus was a revolutionary person who believed that the path to God should not be only for certain humans. He...

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What do you think about this newscast, regarding SONY® electronics? (WARNING: The language in this newscast is DEFINITELY NSFW!) Lots of gratuitous cursing just for the heck of it. It could've been funnier, especially if it had lampooned PCs and Windows.

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When you post a question and get loads of "positive" answers and favorable comments along with praise, how does that make you feel? (Personally, I get an erection.) Maybe you should try to cash in on your little idiosyncracy; give Viagra/Cialas some pointers on curing ED. Personally, I don't feel much good or bad about an question I post - I rarely get good response on my Qs - I do like giving answers that seem to be helpful.

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Did you like "Orange Julius"es (orange juice & ice cream w/ a few other ingredients mixed in a blender) as a kid? Have you tasted one as an adult? YAY! Orange Julius! Vanilla Ice Cream, Orange Juice, a bit of malt powder. Delicious!

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HOW DO PEOPLE DO THIS TO THEIR PICTURES??? i have a photo editer, but i have yet to figure out how to do this..... heres the link of what im talking about http://tinypic.com/r/5oc8k1/5 Photoshop - Layers. that's easy stuff. photoshop is about $120 (That is for ELEMENTS).

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What do you think of this video? I've never seen anything like it! I know insects like to live in electronic widgets and things that have motors (like refrigerators), but in a printer? I wonder what they are eating??? Paper?

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If you're a Beatles fan, do you wish they'd stayed together longer? Maybe they could ALL channel through Paul McCartney. Kidding. No. They accomplished much in the time they were together. They had the right idea - take your bow before the audience gets tired of the show.

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What's a good UNCONVENTIONAL "use" you can put a piece of music to? For my own view, please check the following link: http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6538413 As an artist whose hands are becoming more and more useless in the creation of things painted, I like to do collage. One of the loveliest types of paper to use in collages is sheet music. Since I am not a musician, I do not see the sacrilege in this...

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What was the overall greatest air plane ever made? I agreed - only I use term SST. Miss the fast trip across Atl.

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If you came back in the next life, would you want to change or keep your gender? Why? Yeah - for 2 minutes - just long enough to experience a male orgasm. Then I'd want to be the awesome female I have always been. LOL

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Who else wants to meet God (if He's real) without the fear of Him judging you? Would I know if I DID meet god? Would I recognize god as God? Would god appear as one of "us"?

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What is your opinion on underage sex? In relationships? Out of relationships? All opinions welcomed I hope the teen knows what they are doing. It is rare that sexual experiences between teens (or involving teens) are satisfying FOR the teen. Best advice - use condoms, use condoms, use birth control, use more birth control, don't put up with abuse.

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Why Do People Always Want to Blame Someone When Things Appear to Go Wrong? It is easier to blame someone else (or a deity) instead of accepting responsibility oneself.

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How safe is PayPal? Paypal is pretty safe as long as you set yourself strict guidelines. There is a lot of negative information about things PayPal has done to many people - believe that info. If you use PayPal, don't give them a credit card number. They might ask for it, but if you set your account up right, they do not need it. Establish a physical bank account someplace and keep the minimum amount as...

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What have you been reading? "Collector of Worlds" by Iliya Troyanov It's very good.

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WSJ says, "Club for Growth Wears on Some Republicans." Isn't it just like Cons to name an organization designed at purging the party of all opposing views the "Club for Growth"? See LINK: Is it opposing views they are looking to purge the party of? Or are they typically grasping at straws (and headlines) as they do when they have no better ideas? So a new "Club" will determine if a current Republican party member is Republican "enough"? This is an oxymoron from the party who has yet found enough common ground to stand more than a few dozen members on. ...

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Do you think it is sensible for the USA to frame energy independence as not just a desirable goal economically but a key defense issue? See LINK: Well any student of 20thC war history will tell you exactly what the impetus for WWI and WWII was. It is not only sensible, but to my mind, necessary to call energy policy national security and defense issues.

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Yes, you could be pregnant. Next question? ROFLMAO! Thank you for a real laugh out loud moment! :D

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Black clergy who oppose same-sex unions take issue when the fight for legalization is compared to the civil rights movement. Do you think the marriage rights are a civil right? See LINK: Yes. Our constitution guaranteed basic rights and equality of all. We've had to define "all" so many times in the past, that I feel time has come to make that term completely inclusive. "All" means extending rights to everyone regardless.... It is the implementation of limits to equality and essential rights that are unconstitutional.

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Should the American people bail out the State of California? No. California is making money hand over fist with its taxation on pot. Let them expand that operation and kick the last of William Randolph Hearts opposition to same into the Pacific. Maybe some other states will follow suit and hemp will become a huge SUSTAINABLE industry. Ooops. Did I just go off on a rant?

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Why does everyone say that I have to give back to the community when I worked for everything that I have? It isn't about what material things you possess P. It is about the talents/skills/tools that are intangibles which are valuable and valued. It is your knowledge, your ability that you pass on to others, not your 'stuff'. There is a joy in sharing what you know with someone who can use the skill. There is a feeling of absolute accomplishment (better than a paycheck) of giving...

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Do you think Catholic priests should be allowed to marry? Why or why not. I think that strict adherence to dogma makes it impossible for a normal person to be a spiritual leader. Although there is much to be said for abstinence being an internal source of spirituality, it is by no means the only font from which one can drink. I don't believe that there will ever be a reversal of some of the dictates within the Catholic church. You will not see the papacy...

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Is your nationality the same as the country you live in? My Nationality is a statement of what nation I am citizen of. My Ethnicity may be different than my Nationality.

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Can anybody be scientific and yet spiritual? Yes, for an example of spirituality and science mixing, read any of Stephen Jay Gould's later works.

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Why princess Diana was very famous than any other princess? So much is made of Diana as a celebrity more than anything else. I am not fond of people who celebrate their celebrity status. I prefer Princess Buttercup from Princess Bride. :D Maybe she didn't draw attention to land mines, but she also didn't manipulate the press.

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Have you ever caught someone, peeping through your windows? Yes. I found footprints in the ground outside of my bedroom window. Really BIG footprints. LOL

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Why do americans hate brits? Hey y'all: don't dignify this crap by even answering. Pandering to people like this with "Aw, WE don't hate you", just gives the person more ammo. It's sad that there are people around who play games like this.

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Honestly why is there a double standard? Conservatives get picked on. The fact I dont approve of gays is under attack, but liberal users get away with anything. Matt89 is using a nude pic avitar, artizid is being rude to me, and I get flagged. Why? This is whining to the nTH degree. Calling people out by name is not cool. Thinking that the world is picking on you and your compatriots borders on paranoia. I don't approve of lots of things, but that disapproval is my OPINION and you know what they say about opinions: Opinions are like arseholes, everyone has one and they all stink.

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Using any animal of your choice, Can you tell me a nature instinct that animal has from the second it is born? As soon as they are born, seahorse babies grasp onto things with their tails. (they are so cute!)

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The Rocky movie or the Rocky Horror Picture Show? Dr. Frank N. Furter, my hero.

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What is something around your house that you put water into or has water in it? A papyrus plant I got from the greenhouse a month or so ago. It is a water sucker.... but pretty.

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Do you like goofy humor or witty humor? What about bodily function humor? Yes, I like toilet humor, I like irony and outright goofiness. It's all good - smiling is a blessing and laughter keeps you young (and sane!).

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How many of you regularly attend Pride fests? I go to Pride Fest with friends in Durham/Raleigh. My husband and I go I should say - we support equal rights for everyone, and we support our friends. We also walk in the AIDS walk whatever city we are living in. I worked in theater for a few years and as I began to lose friends to AIDS I became an advocate for REAL sex education, condom distribution and AIDS education - for everyone...

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My neighborhood is full of _________________. ...Superficial twits.

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Do you like to interrupt while others are speaking? I try to confine that habit as much as possible. My husband does it all the time and it makes me crazy. So, I am especially aware of the behavior and try to avoid it. Although, I will admit, if someone is crassly wrong about something, I will stop them in their tracks and tell them so.

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How much do you care about the environment? Enough to question what role I play in degrading it. Not just question, but examine how I intend to live within this environment without compromising my morals about it. If I need to give an example of that statement, I will.

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Is it possible to help someone who doesn't want to be helped? There is a lot to be said for the cliche: "You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink."

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Atheist if this life is all the hope you have,then what kind of hope is there?This life is miserable outside of hope for the next to come,for the Christian this life is but a sacrifice,our hope is in Jesus and the next life to come.What's your hope? This life is NOT miserable. Perhaps that is the key to why some people do not need to believe in a deity. The world is beautiful - you just need to look at it with the 'right' eyes. People are beautiful, as is the many manifestations in which they deal with life (ex: the impoverished in India and Africa). John Lennon said something in a song: "God is a concept by which we...

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Do you listen to music that is not in your own language? like i listen to German music and i don't speak any German. I love Indian music (from India) and African music. I love WORLD music in general and since I understand a number or languages sometimes I listen for the words, but often I listen to just hear the music (anything with syncopation, poly-rhythmic).

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Which is worse: having bad tourettes or never speaking again? I tell people I have tourettes syndrome all the time. SOmetimes they even freakin' believe me! LMAO.

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What was the last thing that made you laugh uncontrollably? This: Honestly, I still LMAO when I see it.

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How do you find out if a guy is single or married? Look for a tan line on the fourth finger of the left hand.

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When the US Constitution was enacted the President had to be American born. How did that work when all of the founders were British subjects a year before? DAmn Payton, that's a good question! Kind of like what came first, the chicken or the egg. And for once, I did not have a snappy response. Midwest Floozy got my tongue? (I hope not because I need it later).

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What is the biggest LOSS you had in your life? The loss of my step son when he was 15.

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What do you like to do while sitting on the throne? Administer scepter dents.

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How do I keep my grandpa from humping my guests legs? Strap grandma to their leg before he gets in the room.

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What is a nosey question that nosey mothers ask their grown children? When are you going to have my grandchildren?

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What was the name of the car from the 1960s where the gears were shifted by buttons on the dashboard? I think it was a GM product, but I am not sure. Plymouth Valiant had push button shifting, on the dashboard. My first car was a Valiant. It was a piece of crap that I had to push in reverse because the button got stuck.

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Have you ever seen a cow up close? Yes, they have purple tongues.

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Does anyone else remember cars in the early 60s having the little blue bright-headlights light on the dashboard being in the shape of an Indian head? (I don't know which car company had 'em like that.) I don't remember seeing that myself and I was driving in the late 60s. I do know that the Indian Head was a trademark of Pontiac, and they used to have it as a hood ornament - so that answer is correct.

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What can a woman say to a man that would make him happy and sad at the same time? Yes, it was great sex, wasn't it? Too bad it won't happen again in this lifetime.

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What is the best drink or drug for long lasting sex? None. Kundalini Yoga is best. LOL

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Are you on a laptop or a PC right now? A Macintosh Powerbook (mac users are such elitist jerks...) :D

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Buddha believed that there is no external God .Then why do Budhhist pray Budhdha? Buddhists do not pray as christians pray. They do not ask Buddha to intervene in their lives, they do not ask for salvation. Buddhists, if they pray TO buddha, ask for enlightenment - it's like asking the guy with a lighter to ignite your fire. Buddha is NOT god. Bhudda is a title: the enlightened (one). Images of Buddha are visual reminders of the aspects of enlightenment: there...

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When you go swimming, do you put on your swimsuit, bathing suit, swim trunks, or something else? bathing suit. now that i think on it, what an archaic term!

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Can a convicted felon serve on a condo association board? I can't see why not. It's not like it's president of the USA. Well, maybe not a sex offender. Don't they have to register or something with local police? Parole requirements?

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What's the easiest way to get your attention? If you're a guy, drop trou. If you're a female, get in line.

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What goes well with emeralds-white gold or yellow gold? I prefer emeralds with yellow gold. I had earring in platinum, a bracelet and ring in yellow gold. The yellow gold looked best to me, but that is just opinion. I like emeralds in spring and summer - also that's when yellow gold looks best on tan skin. I prefer diamonds and platinum in winter - they are ice cold! And fitting to the season. IMHO

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How many kinds of insurance do you currently have? Auto Homeowners Life Disability Umbrella Health/Vision/Dental Libel/Copyright

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Tamil Tigers..terrorists or people killing their people? Does Gaza sound familiar? The reach of the Tamil Tigers has grown - they have been fighting in Burma (Myanmar) on and off for a couple of years now. I think it was the killing of the Monks that brought them in. Are they terrorists? Some would say so, I imagine anyone whose side they are NOT fighting on. I also heard that during the worse of the suffering in Indonesia, after the 2005 tsunami, the Tamil Tigers...

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Can you control yourself at a buffet? Other than an occasional Chinese buffet I do not go to any. I only do the Chinese one for spouse who likes it now and then. Most buffets do not have great food (although the Old Captiva House on Sanibel Island does a pretty nice Thanksgiving buffet). If I go to a buffet, I try to use the French Woman's diet plan - no more than 3 bites of anything. It works.

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Galileo defended heliocentrism. Under political pressure, his personal friend, Pope Urban VIII put him under house arrest for 9 years till his death. Looking at deep space images from Hubble, how ridiculous does the church's geocentrism stand now seem? Ah, Umma Gumma - one of my all time faves... Did you watch "400 years of the Telescope"? Or did you see the segment of CBS SUnday morning? I missed the CBS segment, but we did have 400 Years on the dvr and watched it Sunday night. It was awesome.

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When getting your last pet, what made you decide that was the pet for you? My birds chose me - I'd hang around the bird store and let the different babies hang on me, I'd feed them, let them snuggle in my hair. Sunkist chose me and it took me a while to get him home. Mojo wasn't my first choice, but she took to my husband and was the sweetest little thing. The Cat Who Isn't Ours decided to run away from his last home and started staying in my...

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Republican Pete Sessions claims that Obama is killing the economy as part of a "divide and conquer" strategy. Obama somehow began this insidious master plan during Bush's term! How ridiculous will the Republican right get? See LINK: As ridiculous as need be.... why is anyone surprised at all of this?

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If torture really works, should we go back to all the methods perfected from the Spanish Inquisition to those developed by the Soviets and Chinese Communists? Define "Works". One truth: Torture does make people say things. Another truth: most of those "things" people say while being tortured are patronizing in nature - just to get the torture to stop. Torture has been around for a very long time - pre-Spanish Inquisition (which most people with European blood get squeamish about as it was torture done in the name of god). ...

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What are your thoughts on the Miss. America boob job/ Anti-gay marriage scandal? She shouldn't have bit the hand that feeds her. Think about it.

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What was andrewj54 reason to be on Answerbag? (I haven't laughed this hard...) Well, you know, often what he is saying IS true. I have never seen such inane stuff in my life. There is good stuff, but 90% is inane and Stoopid. The rating system here is used in a manner for which it was not created. It isn't about popularity, it's about relevance. Sorry.

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How do you feel when you think that you've thought of the best question ever and it's already been asked? That never happens to me! I DO ask the best questions ever - it's just that few on AB happen to agree with me. lol

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Should progressive Democrats band together to replace Democrats who help Republicans promote the interest of big banks and corporatism even when such legislation hurts average citizens? See LINK: Yes. Carpe diem.

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After the murder of a masseuse in a Boston hotel, Craigslist is dropping 'Erotic Services' ads. Free speech is fine, but isn't this a use of it we can easily do without? See LINK: Yes, I agree that Erotic Service ads are probably not going to be the salvation of our society. I also am offended at the double standard of the ED commercials. We can't mention fornication, or copulation, but we can have mindless beauty paegent scantily clad dollies who have to defend underwear modeling photos. WTF? Everyone is so screwed up with what they think is right and wrong -...

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What contributes to the declining function of the sebaceus glands in older adults? Loss of steroid levels as age onsets? Here is a rack of articles: pick and chose: http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/search/allsearch?mode=similararticles&DID=119756442&page=1

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Obama urges US Congress to pass credit card reform. Do you buy the credit card industry's arguments against reforms, or think limits on fees and retroactive interest increases are long overdue. See LINK: Thanks for asking this Q. Not only is reform long overdue, but under some circumstances, credit card companies might be charged under Federal Racketeering laws. Why would I say that? Most credit card companies want to sell consumers some kind of "ID/Fraud Protection" insurance. This is not something new; I heard about this 6 or 7 years ago. The service costs anywhere between...

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What is the ink in your pens and printer made of Great freakin' question. Here is a link about what inks are made of. I knew a bit about this, but this article is full of interesting stuff. http://pubs.acs.org/cen/whatstuff/stuff/7646scit2.html

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What nickname do you have for a certain someone? Dare to say why you call them that? I used to call my stepson "The Weasel". Weasels eat 4 times their own body weight in a day, get into anyplace, aren't necessarily the most "open" of mammals, and some actually CHANGE THE COLOR OF THEIR COATS in winter. I now call every teenager a weasel as it seems so appropos.

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What comes to mind when you think of " test strip " The PH of my pool water, or of anything else for that matter.

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Do you leave a tip even if the service is bad? If the food server is not good at his/her job, then I make a point of letting them know by a lack of a tip, or else, an insulting tip, like a couple of pennies. My husband's uncle used to put his projected tip amount on the table as soon as he sat down. If the wait staff was good, he'd add to the pile. If the wait staff sucked, he reduced the amount. He made certain the wait...

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Why do people like books? is it because its a cheap movie or because people read a book because they wanna be one of the people in the book or is it something else? Because we like to learn stuff. Because we can. As Bill Hicks once said, "What for ya readin'?"

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Do you prefer cream gravy or brown gravy on chicken fried steak? I kind of like sausage gravy on chicken friend steak. Ahem.... that is I like it when someone orders it at a restaurant and I can have a couple of tastes. LOL

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What flavor of Gravy would NOT be good? In your opinion. Aparagus Gravy. Yuck.

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Birds poop on your car, birds poop on you. Do they do that on purpose? I am owned by parrots - sometimes they will let me know when they have to poop. One of them doesn't want to walk around in his own poop, so he tells me when he has to go. Another bird tells me after she craps on me. The third bird (who is a foster bird) does projectile poop and yes, I think he does it on purpose - it means I have to fetch a rag with water and immediately clean it up....

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What is the longest journey you've ever made? To Mallorca, Sp. 2 days, planes, trains and a ferry. Really hot and lots of yelling kids. Next time, I'm swimming from the mainland. LOL

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Everyone needs believe in something. I believe I'll have another beer. What do you believe in? I believe that I'll wait around for people who have had too many beers to space out, pass out, or simply be apathetic. When that happens, they and all they own, are MINE! I am an opportunist. How about you? :D

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Boss Limbaugh's Republican Party could be described as militant, extremist, fanatical, uncompromising and favoring revolutionary change. Does this really describe conservative, or is it more like radical? I think the views Limbaugh expresses are radical and are often, very unpatriotic to the ideals of America.

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What should you never ask from your Mother? If she could charge you any higher rent for the 9 months lodging she gave you.

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Why do you look so different today? A new Bra? LOL

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What kind of oranges are the tastiest? Valencia and FLORIDA oranges. But... here is a link to a great little book. http://www.amazon.com/Oranges-John-McPhee/dp/0374512973 all about oranges, and in particular, the orange industry in the USA.

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What kind of oranges are the tastiest? Valencia and FLORIDA oranges. But... here is a link to a great little book. http://www.amazon.com/Oranges-John-McPhee/dp/0374512973 all about oranges, and in particular, the orange industry in the USA.

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In your experience, which group of people ( religious sect , political group, or any other subset you can think) is the most unwaveringly fanatical about their opinions? Fundies are pretty unwavering. Subsets: food police or rabid vegetarians and ex-smokers.

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Do the words "as seen on Oprah" have any influence over what you buy, eat, read, etc.? I generally run in the opposite direction when I see something recommended by Oprah.

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Where were you when the Twin Towers were crashed into? I was about 11 at the time and I had just returned home from school. At first I was just delighted I was permitted to watch tv before I did my homework, but then I saw.... I was in my car, returning home from grocery store when the news came on that a plane had hit the first tower. I pulled over and listened to the radio and heard that the tower was 'falling'. It was shocking, and made my stomach ill. Later, at home, on the phone with my father, I professed fear at how America would retaliate. My dad said "Who would we retaliate against?"

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Pros and cons of credit cards? Hard to do business without one. Can't rent a car, reserve a hotel room, pre-buy concert tickets, can't buy online without one... endless reasons to have one. Without Credit History, you can't buy a house (although credit history does not necessarily mean credit card). Bad things: Some ID theft is made possible by credit card companies, People get into trouble by charging...

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I need 1000 bucks for rent in three days. I only have $150. I'm prepared to do most anything. Ideas? (no BJ's!) If your avatar is your pic, then consider selling your hair for wig making.

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Intuition -- what's your intuition about its existence? Yup, it exists. I like the term better than ESP or any other New Age Tah Tah BS claims. Intuition, or flashes of insight can be pretty much relegated to the subconscious "blinking" on the accumulation of knowledge an individual has. The Jung Institute did a great study on it, and offered course work on same. (in early 1990s).

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Unemployment claims at 3-month low. Light at the end of the tunnel, or a train? See LINK: Well, as people have been on unemployment for awhile, and have exhausted their claims, they fall off the list - thus the numbers drop. This claim of lower unemployment figures is probably just due to exhaustion of benefits. (IMHO).

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Oh my, are you going to eat that ? What is it? Doro Watt (Ethiopian stewed chicken in beri-beri sauce). With couscous. Yummy.

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What is the best weed killing product to get rid of poison ivy? Dig it out by the root. Then burn it. If you've already made contact with it, there is some good stuff available over the counter in USA called Technu.

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What do you count more often your calories or your money? I guess the closest answer would be calories; but really I count grams of sugar.

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What was the name of your invisible pony when you were a little kid? and don't tell me you didn't have one. Horsefeathers; and it was really a horse, but my grandmothers. I didn't have an invisible pony, but I did hang out with invisible "Cowboys and Indians".

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Have you ever really really wanted to take a nap and somebody calls just as you're falling asleep? Yesterday a demon dialer rang the phone about auto warranties just as I was about to nap. I forgot to turn the freakin phone off. Abort nap.

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What are your AB points a measure of? Nothing, absolutely nothing.

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What condiment would you put on a chicken sandwich? Horse radish sauce. Yum

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Does this sound cruel to you?... To stop animal abuse, put a shock collar on pet owners, and whenever they hit their pet, send 200 volts to their heart. (It's for a satire; I don't actually believe we should do this) I think you're on to something. I'd like to see this enforced under the following conditions: the dog craps on my lawn, the dog chases me, or anyone else on a bike, the dog is let outside to bark after 10 pm.

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What are some facts about Sonehenge? It's made of stone.

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If you could add anyone's face to Mount Rushmore, whose would you add? Alfred E. Newman http://images.google.com/images?q=alfred+e+newman&oe=utf-8&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&client=firefox-a&um=1&ie=UTF-8&ei=5gICSquiO6LflQebwJTrBw&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&resnum=1&ct=title

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What bad things would happen if weed was legalized and treated the same as alcohol? A lot of drug cartels guys might have nothing to protect anymore. (Bad for drug cartels, good for people traveling to Mexico). A real danger in legalizing pot is the growth of apathy. I am serious about that. Stoned people can have much more done TO them than non-stoned people.

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It seems that we have an anonymous AB member that thinks that I am an immature pathetic piece of fecal matter that should get out of AB and go to MySpace. Do you agree? Please be honest. If you left, whose big Johnson would we have to look at? Stay, stay... Hey, someone sent me a recipe for deep fried kitten po'boys.

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Lawn mower died while using it and now it won't start...what now? GOATS! Little hairy grass nibbling goats. No pollution, no noise (unless they're wearing bells).

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Should one offer him/herself up for the death sentance or evade the IRS when imposed debt is uncollectable without breaking more laws? Leave the country? Get an IRS lawyer? Don't do crime to pay off IRS. I hope you were kidding. Good luck.

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If you have lived in several states of this union... Which treated you the most fairly? Wisconsin: they have marital property laws, they have good legislation RE: human rights (native american). California: it was long ago that I lived there, they were pretty progressive and I felt that there was gender equality. Now, I would have to say I would not live in CA for numerous reasons - one is the Gay Marriage issue. Illinois: fairly socially liberal, decent gender equality....

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Evolution: proof of it, show one? The recent mutations of flu viruses should be tangible enough proof for any human. The proof of evolution is all around you; it is you who refuses to accept it. Mutation of life forms is evolution in action.

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Has anyone else noticed that a lot of people on AB use "your" instead of "you're" to express "you are"? Do you think it's just a typo or they simply don't know the difference? I tend to try to ignore it because lots of people are typing in language that is not their native tongue, so grammatical issues may bug me, but I don't let it color my opinion. I take more issue with really bad misspellings, or completely unstructured sentences. I understand that there are many kinds of English languages that are used; but when I see that an American has used such poor...

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Why is everyone scared of the swine flu?? Isn't it just like the regular flu??i mean people died from the regular one and all they need is a flu shot right? Flu shots are made up yearly - and the antibodies in them are determined by recent flu outbreaks. If a new strain of flu occurs after you've gotten your flu shot, your flu shot will not prevent that strain. Flu shots can sometimes lessen the overall effects of any new flu strain, but will not prevent it. This strain of flu currently going around (H1N1) is a combination of...

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Why do some women not shave their pubic hair. i find it horrible? I'm certain that if you search long enough, you'll find a female who will put up with that kind of torture JUST FOR YOU. As for the rest of us, uuhhuu. Not shaving the pubes, a good trim, sure, but no razors.

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What's the difference between credit and debit? From an accountants point of view, a credit would be a PLUS to any account, while a debit is a MINUS from any account. From an individual's point of view, it is defined the same way. If you are referring to a DEBIT card: you can use it traditionally, as a debit. It is debited OUT of your account at a slower speed than if you say that you would like your transaction to be a credit....

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Has there ever been a cover of a song you liked more than the original? I like this cover more than the original by Joe Cocker.

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Do you say rooster or cock? Rooster for a male domesticated bird (chicken, turkey) Cock for a male wild bird (pheasant, songbirds, raptors)

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What languages can you recognize immediately? French, Spanish, Portuguese, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, German, Dutch, Swedish, and of course my mother tongue, English.

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What do you think about that girl who marry with a married man???-and man divorced his wife. My husband now and I were both married to other people when we decided to be more than friends. I was unhappy in my marriage, he obviously was too. Over time, I left my ex husband. My spouse left his ex-wife. We got married. We've been married almost 20 years - longer than the combination of years spent in our first marriages. You simply can not paint everyone or every...

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Save $1,000 on groceries this year. Click for each tip. Any good ideas, or are you already doing all that? See LINK: Wow, I spend more than that on 2 people (and 2 parrots and the cat who isn't mine). And I have begun to save money using some of my own tips. sheesh. It kind of makes me wonder about the quality of food that most people are eating. The link spoke of buying generic. Well that is OK, but I tend to buy organic so I don't think that would help me. I also buy organic meats if...

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When someone you have never interacted with asks to be a friend, how can you let them know you'd like to get to know them before deciding? Like many other responses here, I would simply "not accept" click. I know there is a dialog box that opens and says "Are you kidding?" or something like that. But if you outline your friend pattern in your profile, and people still request, like notching a belt (if you know what I mean), then just ignore the request. I do that. I don't accept friends anymore just...

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What does it mean to have character? I will agree with AnonymousGirl, but would like to add: Each of us surely defines character differently. However, many of the traits she listed above are what most of us would define as being of GOOD character. Character is a collection of traits, some natural, some cultured, which define who a person is. Character is also a set of traits we each look for when we want to associate with...

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Have you ever written a large grant proposal and received funding and what was it for? Yes & Yes. ScribeSpirit.org

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Chicken breasts rolled up with ________&_______? spinach and mozzarella

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What are three dishes you would use basil in? Pad Kar Prow Bolognese Sauce Pesto

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What happens when my alarm goes off? Is that like when meat goes off? Or my appetite goes off? Is it spoilage, or is it mechanical? :D I'd say put the alarm in the fridge so it DOESN'T go off, but maybe it's a really big alarm .... LOL LOL

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I have been wanting a tattoo, but not too sure of what to get... I know I don't want it too big, 1 - 4" would be alright.... Have any ideas? Post pictures if you can please :) If you are creative, draw your own piccie and take it to the tat parlor. They should be able to dup it if they are any kind of good. I design pics to use as tats. For friends.

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What business has the worst customer relations? I'd say any business that delivers TV media into the home. I don't care if it is Time Warner, Bright House, DishTV or DirectTV, UVerse, or any other "Provider". So you're interested in SatTV? Hmmm. Sign up and get a bright and shiny package suite of programming. I promise you, within 6 months, it will change, without warning, without recourse to you, the...

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What is that one big thing you're saving your pennies for? Paper rolls to wrap them in.

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What are you doing to stimulate the economy? Well I thought that nothing was made in America anymore, then I started to do a bit of work on my house. I had to purchase a new french door to the patio - imagine my surprise! It's MADE IN AMERICA. I bought some construction materials to rebuild a walk in closet - customization. To my surprise, much of those materials were MADE IN AMERICA. I had to buy some triple track windows for...

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If you never had to work another day in your life, you would...? Since I have never thought about retiring, I assume I would continue to work as I do now. Life without meaningful work, or something to be proud of is rather dull....

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What is a microloan? Micro credit pay backs are based on a buddy system. The org that is making the loan examines the viability of a group of people. They determine whether the group is strong enough to support each other. If one person in the group can not make a payment, the other group members will carry the one until such a time as they can re-assume responsibility for repayment of their portion of loan. ...

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How often do you use your debit card? All the time. I hardly ever use cash anymore.

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Will your write me a poem please? There isn't enough room on here for me to write what I want in it so here is the link: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=ApawSYh4yeMKW..2CAoIM08azKIX;_ylv=3?qid=20090429231747AAbbWhJ $5 per word. If you don't like that, then write your own poem. your link didn't go anyplace except to a deleted page.

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Who has more obstacles in life to overcome, men or women? Why do you think that is? The two genders have different obstacles depending on what PART of their lives you are comparing. When it comes to nurturing, I believe women have had more experience at it than have most men, so women can deal with nurturing issues better than most males. However, when it comes to physical strength, males will generally have less obstacles in their way, while women have more. And those...

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Years ago I was flying to Palm Springs and Spiro Agnew got on the plane with us. Who got on your plane? Into NOLA: with Sean Penn and Jude Law. (*sigh* jude law is really cute, but has a strange voice). Out of Fort Myers FL: Ted Koppel - he is a really small guy who has a really big head, but I already knew that from running into him at the Mad Hatter on Sanibel Is.

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Are you a kitten hater? No, but I have no use for them in my life. They turn into cats and cats eat birds and that sucks.

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In Norway, there are pipes underground that heat the roads and benches. What do you think of this? I think Norway is quite wise in using their geothermal energy.

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Are dr scholl exercise sandals comfy?on what occasions do u wear them? I used to wear them all of the time. The construction is different (similar to Birkenstocks) as the toe area is raised a bit with a type of 'platform' built into them so the toes have something to grip. If you have hammer toes, or toe nail problems, they might present a challenge for you to wear.

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Have you seen the Documentary "Religious" with Bill Maher? What did you think of it? As someone already pointed out, the movie title is somewhat different. As Religulous did not get very good distribution (to theaters), it is hoped (especially by Maher) that it will have more success on DVD - which is the only place you can now see it. Yes, it is hysterical - but hardly says anything NEW.

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No one gave me an answer the first time around. Does noone know how to make real refried beans? As good as the restaurants. The beans in the can taste like Shiza. Recipe Ingredients - Frijoles Refrito: 1 pound package Dried pinto beans 4 cups Water 1/4 cup Bacon grease (optional) 3 tsp Garlic powder 2 tbsp Chicken bouillon 1 tbsp American chili powder Recipe Instructions: Put beans and water into Dutch oven. Soak at least six hours. Pour beans into colander and rinse thoroughly. Add two cups water back into the Dutch oven, along with bacon...

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Why is it that when a Christian holds to their beliefs they are called intolerant?(abortion, gay marriage and the like).. Too many people who profess to be Christian feel the need to use draconian measures to impose their beliefs on the rest of society. THAT is intolerant of the beliefs of others.

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Other then your own country, which country do you admire the most? You know, I can't say that I admire any country too much these days. Part of my problem is that the more I learn, the harder it is to be in agreement with anything. I used to admire Europe as a whole for its progressive nature. Then I found out that under the facade, Nazism is still alive, there is a large segment of Europeans who can't reconcile with their immigrant populations....

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What's your CB handle? In the late 70s it was Amazon.

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How do you cook your wild mushrooms? More often than not, they are dried and used in ethnic dishes. I do not harvest them anymore - my father in law is the mushroom expert and he used to take me out with him. He lost his eyesight about 5 years ago and so none of us get mushrooms anymore. Honest answer about cooking them: Use them in something called Kuba (it is a barley, mushroom and celery dish with heavy garlic). They can...

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How do you cook your wild mushrooms? please flag me as nonsense.

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Do you have a tip of the day? Get Circumcised.

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I'll be over for dinner with you tonight. Would you like me to bring a green bean casserole? Don't you have anything with a little less bean in it?

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What should I look for in buying a good concubine? Really, really, REALLY little feet so she can't run away.

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Can a magnetic field damage a flash drive and possibly lead to file loss? Yes. People who decorated their computers with magnets found that it could facilitate data loss. Here is another parallel: if you have an eel skin wallet, or money clip, kept in your pocket with credit cards, it will 'kill' the use of that strip bit on the credit card (the electronic read identifier for your card).

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50 billion animals are killed every year for our consumption. What are your opinions on this (i know this is quite a vague question) Each one of us contributes in some way to the degradation of our natural resources; whether that be through our food choices, the medications we take each day, our living arrangements, etc. As far as animals dying so we can consume their flesh, use the by-products for shoes or purses - if we do not eat meat we eat fish, or veggies. Fish populations are becoming depleted. There is a limited...

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What's your favorite kind of activist wacko? Keith Olberman. The man is intelligent, why must he rant so he foams at the mouth? Spittle flying out and hitting the camera lens. It's wrong, it's just wrong.

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Who is the scariest looking celebrity? This is nasty, scary and kind of puts me off any ideas of eternal youth: http://www.awfulplasticsurgery.com/2009/03/28/the-cat-lady-is-everywhere/

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A friend argued yesterday that a person that becomes a Theologist has to be religious. I disagree. What is your opinion? A person does not have to be religious to study theology. In fact, I think it would be a hindrance to have religion 'color' one's concepts of all the aspects of theology.

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How can I lure you to sit on my lap? Have Little P do the cajun 2 step, wave his little hanky and say "Pleased ta meatcha ma'am!"

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What was the last reward that you received? I got a check for $100 yesterday - rewards on my debit card. I like those kinda checks.

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If "bork" were a brand new English word, what definition would you assign to it? It's already been done....

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Am I allowed to enter your house with my shoes on? You can wear them up to the closet area where I have some slippers (washable) that I will provide to guests removing their shoes. If you don't want slippers, then I hope your socks are presentable. I have allergies, and who knows what manner of evil you have walked in with your shoes .... (spit on sidewalk, chemicals, pollen, petroleum based products, food debris, bugs.... ick).

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Can you name a flower that can also be a person's name? Artemesia Asphodel Magnolia Salvia Liana (temporate variety - Clemantis)

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Can you name a flower that can also be a person's name? Artemesia - (she was wife of Mausolaus in Halicarnasus, Artemesia is also known as wormwood, a type of sage) I can't recall seeing Magnolia on this list. A popular name for southern girls in the 18th c. Asphodel

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I just trapped me a very rare Midwestern Floozy. How do I take care of it? Once you remove the Floozie from your net, you'll need to get it some potatoes. Midwestern Floozies prefer theirs fried. After the Floozie has eaten its fill of fried foods, try to coax it into a bath. You don't want fleas all over the garage. You also might want to think about getting the Floozie some clothes. Blue jeans that are 2 sizes too small with some kind of skimpy shirt...

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Tell this committee the truth! Are you now or have you ever been a columnist? YES! I am guilty of thought mongering.

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Do you or any members of your family have diabetes? Yes, I have diabetes. I found out in 2006 after a stay in hospital. I don't take insulin, but do take Januvia - the oral equivalent of Byetta. I control sugar with exercise and proper nutrition. Pretty much I eat what I want, I just have to be careful when I eat it.

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Did you ever imagine that John Cleese could do Shakespeare and excel? Here's a clip. That is an old clip actually. Cleese has one chin, more hair and less wrinkles and girth. The clip certainly gives insight into some of Cleese's longer Python rants.... thanks for this clip!

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1955 Sophia Lane, SHAsta Lake, CA short little street - too close to highway. Holy crap. Images are fairly recent, not completely, but crap. Not sure I like this tool...

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Does anyone still use a clothes_line outdoors?would you put outdoors on a line panties or anything personal like that outdoors I have an indoor clothes line that I use all the time. I would hang clothes outside, but the air quality is really nasty here and dirty. Like someone else who answered this Q; I have to close my windows often when I most would like to keep them open because of the filth. Is it just me, or is much of the country around high population areas really getting dirtier and dirtier? I have a...

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Had anyone planned a trip to Mexico that , based on today's State Department warnings regarding swine flu, have seen fit to cancel? [My Grandniece's wedding was set for June in Cancun, with many attending. I'm sure those plans are now being re-examined.] Hmmm. Could it be too much to ask that some of those drug cartel violent guys catch flu and fall over before any more people get caught in cross fire and killed?

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Do you own anything (besides your house) that has lasted more than 20 years? Well, yes. Jewelry. Some articles of clothing (classic, high quality stuff). Some antique-y collectible stuff (a marble urn, an alabaster statue, stuff like that), some photographs, dishes, books, HAHAHA CDs! I have some older CDs. Sheesh - lots of stuff! I think this Q will be answered based on age .... Older ppl have some older stuff.. :D

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You turn on the radio or TV and hear a panicked announcer say, "Get ready..." Unfortunately the station goes dead. You dial around and every station is off the air. What do you do? Pour a scotch rocks, sit and drink. (And for my amusement, make sure there is some kind of cute stir stick in my drink, maybe something tropical looking).

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I have to go to the doctor tomorrow, to see the results of my blood test. What were the results of your last blood test? A1C = 6.2 (WooHoo - for diabetic, that's great news) HIV neg Liver and thyroid normal. Cholestrol, now normal, with meds I have to go 4 times a year for all that.... vampires! Good luck with tests!

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What causes you to feel gelatinous? Full body massage. A Pedicure can do it too.

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What comes to mind when I say, "A Five Finger Discount"? Petty thievery.

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Where you ever a "greaser"? Yes, I was. My mother bought me a black leather coat (what was SHE thinking?) and I wore it until 1966 when I traded it in for flowers in my hair and a beachy summer. How about you? Greaser or (as Chicagoans said,) "Dooper"?

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Have you ever seen a "padiddle"? Yes! And now, with full time running lights, you can see them in the daylight too! If a padiddle is one light out, is a deuxdiddly two lights out?

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What neutralizes the burn of hot chili peppers? I used to frequent CHANGS Bistro - a chain pan-asian restaurant. They make great appetizers. They serve white vinegar on the table to neutralize hot peppers - it does work when sprinkled on the hot food. I would not eat the vinegar straight - yuck! But if you just mix some in the hot dish, you can eat it just fine without burning the tongue (or suffering the "both ends burning"...

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Are you always aware of what ingredients are in the food you eat? If we can believe what is on nutrition labeling, then yes. As far as restaurants, I try to eat uncomplicated, or, simple food when I dine out. Salad dressings are always mystery foods (when dining out), so are desserts. At home I prepare everything fresh, so I control the ingredients. I have health issues which make it necessary for me to know what I am eating. Although time consuming, it...

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Should teabaggers be considered terrorists and their tea bag supporters enemy combatants? If they support succession from the united states, they could be determined to be treasonous. But terrorists? In order to get that badge of dubious honor, you have to hurt someone physically (or kill them), or hurt some entity in the pocketbook. You know, undermine the bottom line... I think that the US might be quicker to call a financial monkey wrencher a terrorist before someone who...

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I am a lesbian with no friends. I have never had love, ever. I feel so alone, I feel like I'll never find true love. I always just get rejected. How can I make some friends? All I want is love, nobody likes me though.. One place you COULD go would be if your community has a Unitarian Universalist church. That's UU Church. There is always a GLTGB population within the UU church. The people there are accepting of anyone and it might help you to make friends - any kind of friends - not just gay or lesbian friends. You have value in the world. Know what it is and use it. It will teach you to love...

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Do you think if you were creeped out by someone on AB,Would you give them another chance or would you not talk to them again, and think that solves the problem? There are people that I have run into on AB that I prefer not to have to interact with in the future. One such person actually changed a recipe I posted, then slammed me for being something a jerk when I said that they could cook anyway they wanted, but they had no right to change my recipe. After a few comments, it came to me that the person was what they claimed I was - arrogant and nasty....

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How long has it been since you last went to a restaurant? We went to our local seafood restaurant last night. Yes, I could make it myself. But with the cost of fresh fish, and all the ingredients, for about $10 more, I was able to go out, have someone else do the dishes, and have a quiet meal without the parrots yelling for bread or veggies.

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McCain calls proposed legislation aimed to stop global warming by giving industries a limit on greenhouse gas production an "irresponsible, ill-conceived and distorted version of a cap-and-trade system. What do you think should be done? See LINK: Waterboard McCain and call it part of geriatric study. McCain is irresponsible, ill-conceived and distorted.

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What is a joke or comment that you hear that was pretty funny at first but is real old now? A pirate walks into a bar with a steering wheel in his pants. "Hey Buddy," says the bartender, "You know you have a steering wheel in your pants?" "Argh!", says the pirate, "Aye, and it's driving me nuts!".

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What if the sun shone in the night and the moon in the day? Why, then, you'd be in Australia.

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What do you think about the Terri Schiavo case should ahe be taken off of life support? Was her husband doing the right thing? Where've you been? She died in March 2005.

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Is now the time to spend another $5.7 billion dollars to increase Americorps from 75,000 members to 250,000? Ooops...too late. Obama signed the new spending bill today already. What do you think? Enough spending already? So let me try to understand what it is that you are against: you are against young people being funneled into volunteer organizations? And if you aren't against that, but are against tax payers footing the bills, let me remind you that tax payers foot the bills for lots of things, including prison systems that don't have programs to teach skills to young people when there are not...

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What are some great skills to have? Sail and navigate a boat; fly and land a plane; raise a child (or children); deliver a child; sing some songs; make simple art; be able to build a shelter; catch, clean and cook fish; collect rainwater; comfort the dying; inspire the living; give and accept praise; write a love poem; cook a delicious meal; have economic knowledge; teach the "three Rs"; wire for electrical widgets; do...

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When you cook fresh diced tomatoes down to make marinara (spaghetti) sauce, do you cover the pot or let the water in it boil off? Both. I leave pot uncovered for first couple of hours, then after most of the water cooks off, I cover. I also cover is the sauce gets Lava-like. (you know what I mean if you make pasta sauce).

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In general, do you get along better with men or women, and why? I was a daddy's girl, so it's males for me. For some reason, gay males always want to hang around me. Then they ask some really strange questions like: "Are you sure you aren't a gay man in a woman's body????" Honest, I am not making that up. All I can say is WTF????

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Some ladies on AB want to see my Johnson. Do you like what you see? I thought I'd see a standing HAMPTON. Where's the freakin' hampton????

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Who's the ugliest congressmen now serving? Is there anyone uglier then Henry Waxman? I think Al Franken is a gnomish looking little guy. But I greatly admire his tenacity and intellect and wry sense of humor. Kennedy is older than dirt. I prefer shallow proclamations to age discrimination. (THAT WAS A FREAKIN JOKE, but in retrospect, it could make up part of a good rap song): Gimme shallow proclamation, f**k age discrimination, favor intergenerational exploration -...

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Are global warming wackos the same as pagans? WTF Happened to my wonderful freakin answer! AB is WACKO again! crap.

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Are global warming wackos the same as pagans? I will get argument here over semantics but here goes: Roman christians (you might say cahtolics) define pagan, and paganism as anything other than Christianity. Any other worship. No one has a concensus on what paganism really is. Payton, you are thinking of legend/pre-historic druidic types, which no one knows what they believed as they did not commit to writing. The definition of a...

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What does it mean when your kidney is sore? It's been sore for two days now. Payton, I told you not to freebase!

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Why don't you like it when I call you party the Democrat party? I think we should call whatever party we are affiliated with after ourselves. For me, it would be the JodyParty. (shhhh. I just gave sumptin away).

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Has anyone else noticed empty shelves in supermarkets on certain items? Last week it was cat food. This week it was yogurt. When I complain, the stock clerk just says they're out and can't say when they will get a delivery. What's going on? Yes! And on Friday, my local market was out of the same things! Fancy Feast cat food and Chebani yogurt. WTF!?!?!? If you tell me you live in Indiana, I will fall off my chair. :)

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I saw an ad on Craig's List for "ephemera." What is that? Ephemera often relates to hand made paper objects such as (Eng.) "Paper Cuttings", and (Ger) Scherrenschnitte . Here is a link for what most people consider paper cutting. http://whenthisyouseerememberme.blogspot.com/2006/09/scherrenschnitte_23.html These are OK examples. Paper cutting is antiquated. I donated a piece of Scherrenschnitte to the Milwaukee Art Museum in 2003....

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When was the last time you wrote on a Post-It note? What was it? A short shopping list for groceries.

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I'm thinking of buying a Mac instead of a Microsoft PC later in the year when I upgrade. What, briefly, are the pros of buying a Mac over a 'normal' PC? You do not have to worry about viruses. You do not have a ton of maintenance to do on your hard drive to clean it up all the time. Macs do what you might know as compression as an automatic function. Obvious pluses are the seamless interfacing with iTunes, iPhone (with the revised MobileMe app), iPod. Synching your mac is also pretty much automatic. Macintosh does not ask you what you want...

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I'm thinking of buying a Mac instead of a Microsoft PC later in the year when I upgrade. What, briefly, are the pros of buying a Mac over a 'normal' PC? You do not have to worry about viruses. You do not have a ton of maintenance to do on your hard drive to clean it up all the time. Macs do what you might know as compression as an automatic function. Obvious pluses are the seamless interfacing with iTunes, iPhone (with the revised MobileMe app), iPod. Synching your mac is also pretty much automatic. Macintosh does not ask you what you want...

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I am going to write a series of short stories about five girls who are best friends but I don't know what could happen. What do you think? I think you will fit in nicely with the glut of bad novellas available at big box book stores. Seriously, if you have to ask, you aren't ready.

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I'm writing a book. What is a good name for the hero? Charles Ash, or C.Ash for short.

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If someone scamed you out of alot of money, what would you do? Rip their heart from their chest with my bare hands and feed it to crocodiles.

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Is there a subject that you couldn't quite grasp? calculus. I hated calculus. Still pretty much do.

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What should I make her for dinner? She's vegetarian. 1# good pasta 4 ounces gorgonzola cheese 1 cup heavy cream 2 cups milk 1/4 c grated parmesan cheese 1/3 cup chopped walnuts 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed, cooked and cooled 2 T butter 1 T Olive Oil 3 T flour 5 to 8 drops of tabasco sauce salt and fresh ground pepper in med. saucepan, melt butter with olive oil. Add flour, cook a bit (a roux), DO NOT BURN so stir it often. It...

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Do women realize how sexy they are? Of course, most of them (us) do. What one does with that powerful sexiness is an entirely different story.

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We're meeting for the first time in person, but I am shy.....What would you do to "break the ice"? Pull a rabbit out of my hat!

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Will you be celebrating 420 this year? I have a clock stuck on 420. :)

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How can you get a falcon or any type of bird to come to you, and i'm talking about wild untamed birds? A wild, untamed raptor will not 'come to you' without extenuating circumstances, such as starvation - and even THAT will not make them come to you. I had a screetch owl in my yard who was starving. After some doing, I managed to capture it and take it to the local wild life people (raptor rehabilitation) and it was brought back to health, returned to me and released back into my...

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What is the word you use all the time that no one else uses anymore? (Mine is snazzy:) ) Archaic. LOL

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What was the first widly used psychological intelligence test? This is a link to the MOST used test: http://www.psyonline.nl/en-iq.htm Then there is the MMPI or Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (which has recently been revised after half a century).

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I am at least 20 pounds overweight, I am 5' and my weight is 147.5. What can I do to lose weight, what kind of diet or food I should eat? Not that it matters so much, but you didn't indicate if you were male or female. Since males need more calories daily than do females, it is somewhat important. However there are some things that you might find interesting: the French Woman's diet: eat everything and anything you want - just DO NOT exceed more than 3 bites of it. Carb Counting: not that stupid Southbeach or other...

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Have you ever met my Dad? Are you my brother by another mother?

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If a child told you in a dream to go to the Egyptian pyramids to look for a hidden treasure, what would you do? Did you read "The Alchemist"? :)

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Shouldn't we genetically modify a strain of tomatoes to be shaped like bread? It's been done: http://www.mentalfloss.com/blogs/archives/11618 there is a company in (where else) Amsterdam that manufactures these forms in the shapes of breasts and penises. I guess it is for those who want sexy salads.

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Why are komodo dragons called dragons? Perhaps this will answer why biologists and zoologists call the lizards "dragons". The biological agents present in the mouths (saliva) of the komodo is so toxic that they literally 'burn' the victims of the komodo's bite. In the USA, the only Komodo dragon I know in existence is at the New Orleans zoo. There may be others, but I do not know. I have seen the one in...

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Can you use furniture polish on morning wood? ROFLMAO. Best guffaw today. Other than seeing "Tea Bagger" in a Q here.

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Do you have an experience that no one ever believes you when you tell it? Probably. But I could give a crap. It's my experience, not theirs. Do You really care if people believe you or not? You kind of seem like a self actualized person, not in need of validation.

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What does the German word "Schuldig" mean? Yeah, it is "guilty" and it is Dutch, not German. But then, other than sea level and windmills, what is the difference? (SOmeone will kick my butt for that, I just know it).

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What does the German word "Schuldig" mean? Yeah, it is "guilty" and it is Dutch, not German. But then, other than sea level and windmills, what is the difference? (SOmeone will kick my butt for that, I just know it).

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My English is poor bcoz my language is Hindi.but i think that i know few English but u don't know Hindi. Am i right? America needs to be less elitist with the language thing. It is sad that we expect to be able to communicate with everyone in English, while we do not attempt to even learn enough of other languages to be civil. Don't get pompous on us now - some of us DO try to be a bit more sophisticated. LOL

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We finally have a liberal saying that the tea parties are a movement of racism. Do you think that they were more then just about government waste? SEE LINK Yes, I do. They were propaganda led, news creating events attended by people who probably don't pay many taxes to begin with because they earn less than the standard. *Sigh*. I just don't get it with the sore loser aspect of all of this. And why certain groups feel they have to be inflammatory and hateful all the time. Life will pass them by, the world will not be lovely as long...

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♣ If AB becomes completely EDUCATIONAL without the OUTSIDE THE BAG category , would you still visit the site? Of course. I came here to answer Qs. Having fun is gravy.

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So you see a sign: GOATS FOR SALE...Buy 1 get 1 free. Do you decline the second goat? Ah, lawn clipped and fertilized all at the same time. Goats are kinda nasty though. When it is mating season, the males pee all over their own beards so they smell FABULOUS for the females. I wouldn't eat anything that peed itself.

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Quick survey please =) 1) Do you read poetry? 2) Do you read poetry that's been written within the last 50 years?3) Do you read poetry for pleasure or in class? 4)Do your friends read poetry? 5)Do you think that poetry has "died" as an art form?Thanks! 1 - yes. I read and write poetry 2 - yes. I also read my poetry in public (gasp!) 3 - Pleasure 4 - many of them, yes. Lots of writer friends... 5 - NO! What is rap & hip hop if not poetry?

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Do you imagine a point fairy wearing 1. a coat; 2. a miniskirt; 3. a dress; 4. something else? #4 - A Penis Gourd! I am surprised that no one has ever laughed at this response. Or made any comments. Does no one know what a penis gourd is?

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When do you like to enjoy your porn? In the back pew at Sunday school (just like priests!) Oh sheesh.... politically incorrect again!

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How much pain are people with severe "meth mouth" in? I have a tooth that is going to be fixed next week that is paining me greatly. I think about my ONE painful tooth, then think about people with "meth mouth" and cringe. I had to look up "Meth Mouth" as I had never heard the expression. There were photos.... too nasty. Funny how drugs make people forget about vanity, relationships... etc. Hope your dentist is gentle with you, and you feel better soon. Glad you posted this Q - maybe a potential meth user will be discouraged from further use if they knew how gnarly their mouth would end up being.

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What do you think of The Internet Symphony global mash up? It's a pretty cool concept, although I am not loving the music...

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I thought that spying on Americans was going to stop when Obama took office? This report says otherwise. In 1970 I lived in Oakland CA. At that time, the police already had computers in their cars. Addresses were painted on rooftops so police helicopters could respond "accurately". Why would anyone think that surveillance on the citizenry was going to end? Brace yourselves - the 2010 census is starting now. You know what the technology is today. Use your imagination a bit. A...

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Why does the left preach hate toward Americans that are successful? Payton, Payton, Payton.... "The Left" is not clearly defined in your question. Nor is "successful". If I get the gist of your roiling stew du jour, you are making the same claims that the "unsuccessful" make about "The Right". I really do not see HATE emanating out of any "Left" leaning people that I know. Liberal people, I'm sure you...

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Why does the left preach hate toward Americans that are successful? ARGH - a duplicate edit - please someone flag as duplicate. thnx

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What is the last thing you recommended to someone? My ENT (Otolaryngologist).

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Woke up with heart burn/gas bubble at 4:30am. i just took an anti-acid roughly 1:30pm, and 2 hours later its not working. any advice? Drink lots of water. That might help. No coffee, too much acid.

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If you use a fountain pen, where do you find / buy bottles of ink? Any favorite brands, colors, kinds of bottles, etc? Michaels Hobby and Crafts. Cheap Joe's Art Supplies (online). Google art supplies.... or you can also try some 'paper' shops. places that sell high end hand made paper for fancy letters (which hardly anyone does anymore so I am not sure where one would find that kind of shop now). Hobby Lobby sells ink in bottles too I think. I don't like Hobby Lobby though....

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If you catch sight of a police cruiser coming your way or parked by the roadside, do you still slow down even if you are within the speed limit? No, but I make sure I have donuts in the back seat.

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In the history of Music, what U.S city is named or sung about most ? ( Considering all types of music) New Orleans!

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Have you ever tried acting stupid just to get some attention? Not for attention. I have played stupid so people would be less inclined to be secretive around me. It worked.

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What makes a CAT go ASTRAY? I think cats may be the only animals that run away from home. The cat who lives in my garage moved in there after leaving his home - 2 doors away. His previous people bought 2 small dogs. The cat does not like dogs. Soon after the dogs were brought home, the cat started to appear in my garage, sleeping on my car, twirling around my legs. I talked to his other people, told them what was...

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Does the Cubs not winning the World Series have more to do with Goats and Curses or with the fact they don't play in the World Series often? See LINK: Wrigley Field is cursed. HAHAHA. No, it's just Chicago.

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Do you have a funny emergency room story? Oh yeah. 2006 around midnight - taken to ER for salivary gland infection. Face swollen, LOTS of pain. No ENT on staff, so ER doc gives my spouse a list of Doctors to call in morning, and gives me a big fat shot of morphine. The first thing I asked my husband to get me was my sunglasses. It was midnight. I forgot that I was in pain - at least until morning. It made everyone in ER laugh....

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If, you could go back in time, which country would you choose to live in to experience its history? If I think I could stand the brutality, lack of warm water and flush toilets and refrigerated foods, as well fitted shoes... then I would go back to Anatolia, about 5000BCE to see the city of Catal Huyouk. I want to know why they sculpted and painted leopards all over the city, and why they decorated the skulls of their dead.

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What is so unique about Roxy? Are you talking about women clothier???? (I'm wondering about you now Payton!) If yes, I don't know. Looks like cheap ass clothes to me (IMHO).

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What comes to mind when I say the word "Juicy"? Juicy Couture - who charges way too much money for lousy underwear with the word Juicy splashed across the butt. It also makes me wonder why anyone would need to advertise.... (unless they were in business if you know what I mean).

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What's better big breasts and smalls butts or small breasts and big butts? Well I have large breasts and a small butt, so that's the best. Yes, that is a biased answer. Honestly, medical professionals say that the large breasted, small hipped person is an "apple", while the big bottomed person is a "pear". Apple types carry fat on their organs as opposed to on the surface, so physically, it might be healthier to have a big bottom and small...

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Why does everyone blame the great Barack Hussein Obama for America's problems? Because you, dear Payton, aren't holding the office of President of the United States and implementing all of the grand ideas we know you've dreamed up. I bet if you were president, we'd all pay no taxes, be subject to whatever corruption wall street could get away with, we'd do away with one vote per citizen, and congressional representation based on constituency.

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I now have a new hero. His name is Governor Perry of Texas. Do you share my view? Gov. Rick Parry is a buffoon. I hate to generalize, I dislike lumping people into categories based on some worn out label. With no power to wield, the Republican party is out manufacturing a misinformed movement of people who allow themselves to be led like children into actions that validate the reasons Repubicans no longer hold office in enough places to make a difference. Tea parties -...

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Do you laugh because I am different? I won't pander to you by saying the sun rises and sets on your backside. I laugh at your fart jokes because I am immature just like you. I do wonder when you are being serious (if ever).

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How are these pirates getting away with hijacking these ships? Would'nt they (pirates) be like sitting ducks? Seems to me that in the case of American freighters, the shipping companies might be less than responsive by not having more security on board. Don't want to cut into profits too much by paying for militia. As far as the pirates, I have heard that most were simple working people who could no longer earn a living that support their families. People do desperate things during desperate...

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Could this warm burning sensation I'm feeling in my stomach be caused from eating hot lead? Weren't you warned about what could happen if you chewed on bullets? They usually give that info in the manual when your equipment is issued....

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What is the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction? The third most expensive is one of my favorites: it is made by Alfred Stieglitz and it is of Georgia O'Keefe's hands. It is utterly evocative.

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What is the most expensive photograph ever sold at auction? = if someone could flag this as nonsense, please. it is a dup answer that I have edited.

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Would you ever work for a tobacco or gambling company? Would the fact these companies profit from other people's addictions bother you? People can be addicted to anything, according to psychologists - including sex. Would you stop having sex with someone because you didn't want to risk them becoming addicted? You did not mention alcohol. Alcoholism is an addiction - yet doesn't just about everyone who can do so, drink? Let's go a step further. Do you have money invested in the stock market? If so,...

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Other than flagging a psoting...is there any way I can tell administrators that this "stefclothes" guy/s are annoying with their spam on almost every question I post, and that they should take steps to deal with them? Can you post the URL of the Questions you are referring to? I had not found any so far in what I could see....

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Does the Pope need to be a virgin to be the Pope? The vow is not about Virginity. The vow is Celibacy. It's not about NEVER having had sex, it's about having sex NOW and in the future. Reality? Celibacy is sworn by many who do not honor it. It is not singular to the Catholic religion, it is a tradition which is known from early recorded history. It was believed that celibacy brought one closer to the spiritual world. In...

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Anybody have a high-maintenance pet like a working dog or parrot? How do you keep your pet busy doing constructive things instead of being a nuisance or destroying your place? Parrots: Lots of toys, different materials, change every couple of days. Some 'puzzles' I make for them with food hidden inside. Different kinds of food; fresh and dried fruit and veggies,nuts with some seed, anything I am eating that is good for them. Music; I have Playlist on iPod that is "Bird Music". It has lots of kid songs,recorded bird sounds, classical, jazz, and...

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What's something you won't accept , even though it's given free? Nothing is free, there is a price on everything - it doesn't matter if you can't find the tag.... a price will be extracted sooner or later.

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I have the worlds only Stripless Zebra. Would you like to buy it from me? It should go into a zoo with the trunkless elephant.

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Can you name five inventions that I women developed? Screen Actress Hedy Lamarr also became a pioneer in the field of wireless communications along with co-inventor George Anthiel. By manipulating radio frequencies at irregular intervals between transmission and reception, they invented a way of sending coded info, during WWII. Mary Anderson was granted patent for a window cleaning device in November of 1903. The invention could clean snow,...

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If you government offered you $5000.00, but you had to live the way that they told you too, would you take it? No. I don't need it. As of yet, I can still earn it myself. Why should I accept it?

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Why has lobbying been deemed an evil trade? Lobbyists are buying the favor of legislators. The rest of us have to wave our hands. It appears as bad form. (And I don't like it. I'd rather fight something I can see....)

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Credit cards with 30% plus interest including fees! Why risk organized crime when you can be a bank? Credit Card COmpanies, or, if you will, underwriters of consumer credit, have been getting closer and closer to the line of what used to be called Racketeering each year. About 5 years ago, I recall the first of the "Security" services were being offered by the major cards like Bank of America, MBNA, Chase. Since I used to work in the credit industry and don't like my skills...

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If I were looking for you, where would be the best place for me to start? Sitting on a bench in front of the library, wearing a black trenchcoat, carrying a "Carmel Green" bookbag, hiding behind the covers of the book du jour, perhaps having a chai and smoking a kretek.

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If AB had a provision for updating your marital status (like married,single,committed) on your profile,would you update it? No, my marital status does not identify me. It might be part of me, but it is not who I am. So... TMI.

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In what ways can I put to use my BELLY BUTTON? I already store my Chapstik in there. You never mentioned, nor did anyone ask: is it an innie, or an outtie? Of course, that would make all the difference in usage.

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When a friend gossips to you does it make you wonder what they also say about you? Of course, but it doesn't matter except for the fact that it means that 'friend' is very discontent with life.

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Why are kids given their father's surname? Ah, in some cultures, they are given their mothers surnames too.

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Bush had a plan to deal with piracy. Wonder were Obama's plan is? Do you really call that a plan? Come on, you and I and the cat could come up with a better plan than the Bush administration submitted.

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I have herd two stories recently of people calling 911 because of problems with a restaurant. Does this show how spoiled that our society has become? You know I might have said that too, but I am fed up with places that want you to pay for food before you get the food. If the food is bad, or they don't have what they are selling you, they should be happy to give your money back to you. I will not, I simply refuse to, eat in a restaurant or anyplace that requires me to pay for the food before it is served to me. Is it right to call...

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Do you think that Obama will arrest the pirates and bring them back to the US for a trail with legal representation and protections under the US constitution? Will he let them keep their parrots with them? Argh.

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Do you have some wise words for me/us? "Blessed are the cracked, for they shall let in the light." ~ Anonymous

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Can anybody recommend a new hobby? Sea Monkeys! :D

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Are all political parties really the same? Would Nazis, Communists or Libertarians and Liberals all institute exactly the same policies and use the same tactics to do so? They are the same in that they all use propaganda to get their point across. Other than the propaganda, the agenda is different.

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Ok I'm going to stop picking on Liberals and Obama for the rest of the day. Will you rejoice or boo? Picking on Liberals? You? Sorry, apparently I had not noticed. Now, where are the toilet humor Qs again?

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When does a joke about race become racist? When the joke is dependent on the ethnicity of the subject.

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A number of the Founding Fathers of the USA were Deists. Why do you hear so little of Deism today? See LINK: Your link did not work, but I found many links Googling. I am not sure, but I will venture that people do not know what the word means. Certainly there are plenty of people who profess to have beliefs that fall into Deist tradition perfectly. For myself, I find the definition un-nerving as there is a certain amount of safe ambiguity in saying that there probably is a god, even if you...

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Is "Fruit on the Bottom" yogurt just an advertising gimmick covering the problem that the fruit settles to the bottom anyway? Is the fruit put in the yogurt container WITH the yogurt? Or is the process like: fruit first, then yogurt. I like to eat Greek Yogurt. It tells you on the package not to mix the yogurt up too much. I don't know why that is: I mix it up to distribute the fruit that's on the bottom. if the fruit is mixed in WITH the yogurt, then why does the yogurt not pick up any of the fruit...

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How hard will you work to get the last little bit of toothpaste out of the tube? Is it ever REALLY, TOTALLY empty? It doesn't take much if you have the right tools. I have a paint tube squeezer (an extra one) that I keep upstairs for toothpaste. It works good.

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