i'll keep it very simple, the answer really is 2


I am a fairly avid cyclist but my brother and his wife are very casual riders.  I'm looking for a nice, flat, longish ride that will hopefully have some nice scenery (preferably along the bay).  Peninsula preferred, but I'd love to hear any other suggestions as well.

I think the longest stretch of bike path on the peninsula and along the bay runs from Milbrae (just South of SFO) to Redwood Shores or Redwood City. Check out the maps at the below URL.


I have written essays, I have made papers, I still don't get any funds...I am not eligible for FAFSA or Gov't funding, so help me!

I don't know if this is allowed (the posting of other websites) but I got a flyer from my school saying this is a good website to try to look for scholarships. \n\nhttp://www.fastweb.com/\n\nI hope this helps.\n\nHave a great day. =]


Are plastic plants out? Should I have immortal plants, or plants that sway with the sun in my house?

plastic. and make sure they have yellow or white flowers, that way, in case you are having a bbq and run out of cheese, the flowers can be used as a substitute.


We have kept our tickets for quite a while now, and since kylie has been diagnosed with breast cancer, we have heard nothing since! Can you help me?

According to Pollstar.com (see link below) there is nothing planned as of right now.


can it give a reading that you have had or taken marijuana?

Nope. If someone said that, they are lying and not very creative. Poppy seeds, however, make you test positive for opium. Fear the poppy.


I keep getting a system.outofmemoryexception every time i load my wondows form. As soon as I make any other change on my form, I lose the initialization code for my infragistics controls.

It may not necessarily be something wrong with the component.\nMake sure you are not loading huge sums of data on the form.\nAlso, try to debug your app and check for any cycles of method call (two methods calling each other over and over again).


Me...Julia Roberts is one of the best actresses of our time.  She is so real and believable in all of her movies.  I can only think of one that I didn't care for and that was the movie itself not her.  Hope she is enjoying her time being a Mom but I miss her too. : )


For example, for me the best thing was that i was able to travel for the second time in my life to Europe with my best friends, visited old friends, met more friends, visited lots of cool places in different countries,... etc. \n\nthe worst thing that happened to me was that when i came back from europe found out that meanwhile i was out the doctors foun a tumor in my mom's brain and had a cirgury (she didn't want me to know) and as a consecuence of the cirgury my mom now can't move here right side nor speak. :(

Best thing- I quit my job, am making a career change (so I am my own boss) and enrolled in Grad. School.\n\nWorst thing- My dad died unexpectedly.  He was 53.


i am not fluent in english. how can i extend my english ability?

The best way would be to visit grammer sites.  Maybe you want to take some ESL (English as a second Language)classes at a community college. Go to www.google.com, type in Grammer, and search.  Or try www.wikipedia.com.  For the community college in your area, try yahoo local and use your zip code any search for community college.


I have recently found out that I have herpes and am worried about spreading it to my children.

herpes can be transmitted with or without the presence of sores or other symptoms, and is often transmitted by people who are unaware that they are infected.\n\nThe following link has ways the virus is spreaded.\n\nhttp://www.globalherbalsupplies.com/herpes/transmission.html#how_is_herpes_spread


I'm using elements 2.0 have an old pic with pen marks all over.  Have been able to remove most from other parts of pic, but marks over the face are proving to be to much. Any suggestions? Thanks

I know that Adobe Elements is pretty similar to Adobe photoshop, but I don't know if it has the clone toll or not. If it does, then that  would be one of the options.


We give him a t-shirt every year, so that's boring.  He's on a diet, so no junkfood, and we also give him sugar free candy every year.  I have no idea what to get him!

A giftcard is always a nice idea. Try to find a store he loves and either find a giftcard, or a brand new item he hasn't heard or seen yet.


We all know dogs can sniff out bladder cancer and oncoming seizures... but ... do they have ESP???

Yes.According to some.Dogs and some other animals have been seen behaving strangely in case of a supenatural event,Or before tsunamis and other such stuff. Maybe loss of our kind of intelligence is compensated for by this kind of senses.


Depending on how many say yes will lead to my next STEELERS based question.

I LOVE THE STEELERS! actually I have a rookie card of Ben Roethlisberger. The Steelers are one of the best teams in football history. Not only are they good athletes (most of the time) but they are good humanitarians as well, giving back to the community in which they live. THat means to me that not only do they do their job, but they appreciate the people who support them.


My brother-in law got one computer to hook into the network and share the connection...Now I want my TiVo, with a wireless card to share the same connection.  My other TiVo, with a wired ethernet card already is.

Use the device with the EVDO card as a router.  Assuming that it (this router) is Windows, configure internet connection sharing on the Wifi (802.11) interface.


A lot of the cheat code sites seem shady and the neopets is a game that my 11 year old plays..i just am trying to give him some hints

There are plenty of neopets help sites, several good ones already mentioned above...I will add a few for you. The petpage listed has links to other neopets help pages for games and cheats.


This is in use for a research study conducted at Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines. Please reply...\nI am hoping for your answers. zheperly

Dont know the scientific aspects. But Indians use a lot of turmeric in their d2d life. South Indians use as a facial cream. Use this as a minor spice in daily curries. Also use this for injuries. This was a major oinment for diseases like small pox to chicken pox. They consider this as major herb which has got medicinal capabilities.


The cradle of the Sumerian civilization was the delta of the Euphrates and Tigris rivers. In what modern-day nation is this located?

The fertile crescent , it's capital is modern day Baghdad. Iraq


What is ZMA? can i take them separately?

Hi,\n\nAccording to:\nhttp://www.bodybuilding.com/store/zma.html\n\n"ZMA is a scientifically designed anabolic mineral formula. It contains Zinc Monomethionine Aspartate plus Magnesium Aspartate and vitamin B-6, and is an all-natural product that has been clinically proven to significantly increase anabolic hormone levels and muscle strength in trained athletes."


i am trying to become a High School English Teacher in Japan and it kinda helps to have something translate for me since not to many people are intersted in learning it with me

Here are some of the best on the 'net, I use them often:\n\nhttp://www.rikai.com/perl/Home.pl\nhttp://tinyurl.com/6fxqe\nhttp://babelfish.altavista.com/\nhttp://www.njstar.com/


what is phenylacetone and what is it used for commercially

Phenylacetone is a ketone with benzyl and methyl groups. It is used in manufacturing \nAmphetamine \nPrenylamine \nPargyline \nEstramustine \nChlorophacinone & Diphacinone (rodenticides)


because some bottled water stay more than year, what changes take place until the get expered?

The plastic that the water is held in starts to break down over time and the water takes on a funky taste. Also the water companies that put an expiration date gain a competitive edge over their competitors because they can claim that their product is "new and fresh".


Yahoo! is a portal\n\nGoogle is a search engine (and becomuing a sort-of portal) \n\nGoogles search pages have dynamic content so its search tool only has 2 pages, Search page and results page.\n\nYahoo! has officially lost count of how many pages it has. It increases in size by about 1 million pages everyday, mainly due to Geocities


There are times when I don't like the way I approach a problem. I tend to always think the same thing about everything, and lately have noticed it's the same way my father thinks. Growing up I hated it. I still do. So why is it that I'm starting to think like him. I need to stop. If you met my father you wouldn't like the way he approaches situations either.

Good question; I had a similar experience with my mother. I love her dearly but I have real problems with the way she deals with & reacts to some things. So, here's what I did, maybe it will help you:\n\nFirst, when you encounter something & catch yourself thinking or reacting like your father, make yourself stop & analyze the issue. Do you REALLY feel that way or is it a knee-jerk reaction? If the latter, take a moment & "re-wire" your response to the situation, creating your own reaction. It takes time to get past the quick reactions that you've always known. It has taken me years & sometimes it takes me longer to react to something, however, I know always know that I am promoting my own reaction & not the one I grew up with.\n\nAnother thing I've done is, when faced with a situation, I consciously think of how my mother would handle it & decide on my own reaction from that point. For instance, if the situation is something that she would normally react to both quickly & badly, I consider that & then also consider if I agree with it. Both options described do not take as long as one might think & come more quickly over time. Both have also helped me to find & assert my individuality in a world where I look & sound exactly like my mother.\n\nThe biggest part of the issue is determining the areas where your opinions & thoughts differ from your parent. Additionally, you have to be strong enough to stand by those opinions if questioned. In this manner, I've always found outright honesty to be my best friend. My mother may not always like what I have to say when she disagrees with the way I've reacted to or handled a situation but she certainly can't say that I haven't thought about my response & not been completely honest about it. In truth, it has strengthened our relationship.\n\nOne thing I can leave you with: There is no better compliment in this world than to have a parent say to their adult child; "I wish I could be more like you..."


NOt girlfriend, not wife, etc. Just any girl who is your booty call. Anyone sharing experiences?

First you need to open up her sexuality by helping her see women as sexy.  If you have not went down on her yet...do so it might open her up more and take her out to a club or bar that you know has women willing to swing.  Get her drunk ...Get her kissed by another women ag it on...Get her to dance with other women and let her know how sexy you and every other guy in the place think she is...Then you will have her right where you wanted her...


I'm curious to see what people are holding. \nThanks!

My portfolio has this three head monster: Diode(DIOD), King Pharmaceutical(KG), Fording Canadian Coal Trust(FDG).


How can I ask God to talk to me so that I can hear what He has to say and am able to listen to Him and gain all the knowledge and wisdom he wants me to have? Reading the Bible is one thing, but I feel like God would talk to me personally if I knew how to listen to what He has to say to me.

if you read the bible long enough, in the proper time, you will hear him. It may not be an audible voice, but you will intuitively know what he wants of you.


i'm looking for statistical software as easy as ncss and pass but which running on linux OS

You might try DAP. You can find it here along with a lot of other free statistical software.\nhttp://members.aol.com/johnp71/javasta2.html


Because the white light is refracted through the atmosphere -- this also explains why the sky is red when the sun sets or rises. More information here:\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Why_is_the_sky_blue%3F


I just want to know if the birth control pills are safe and for how long the person should take the pills? If the person want to have a children after three to four years, will there be any problem in female or not about having a child or being pregnet?

Compared to not having sex?  No.  There is always STD's (sexually transmitted diseases).\nCompared to an unwanted pegnancy?  Yes.  They usually work well with few side effects.


In geography, a desert is a landscape form or region that receives little precipitation. As a consequence, deserts have a reputation for supporting very little life. Compared to wetter regions this may be true, although upon closer examination, deserts often harbor a wealth of life that usually remains hidden (especially during the daylight) to preserve moisture. Approximately one-third of Earth's land surface is desert.\n\nThe world's great deserts were formed by natural processes interacting over long intervals of time. During most of these times, deserts have grown and shrunk independent of human activities. Paleodeserts, large sand seas now inactive because they are stabilized by vegetation, extend well beyond the present margins of core deserts, such as the Sahara. In some regions, deserts are separated sharply from surrounding, less arid areas by mountains and other contrasting landforms that reflect basic structural differences in the regional geology. In other areas, desert fringes form a gradual transition from a dry to a more humid environment, making it more difficult to define the desert border.\n\nThese transition zones have very fragile, delicately balanced ecosystems. Desert fringes often are a mosaic of microclimates. Small hollows support vegetation that picks up heat from the hot winds and protects the land from the prevailing winds. After rainfall the vegetated areas are distinctly cooler than the surroundings. In these marginal areas, human activity may stress the ecosystem beyond its tolerance limit, resulting in degradation of the land. By pounding the soil with their hooves, livestock compact the substrate, increase the proportion of fine material, and reduce the percolation rate of the soil, thus encouraging erosion by wind and water. Grazing and the collection of firewood reduces or eliminates plants that help to bind the soil.\nRio Puerco Basin of central New Mexico\n\nOvergrazing has made the Rio Puerco Basin of central New Mexico one of the most eroded river basins of the American West and has increased the high sediment content of the river (photograph by Terrence Moore).\n\nThis degradation of formerly productive land-- desertification--is a complex process. It involves multiple causes, and it proceeds at varying rates in different climates. Desertification may intensify a general climatic trend toward greater aridity, or it may initiate a change in local climate.\n\nDesertification does not occur in linear, easily mappable patterns. Deserts advance erratically, forming patches on their borders. Areas far from natural deserts can degrade quickly to barren soil, rock, or sand through poor land management. The presence of a nearby desert has no direct relationship to desertification. Unfortunately, an area undergoing desertification is brought to public attention only after the process is well underway. Often little or no data are available to indicate the previous state of the ecosystem or the rate of degradation. Scientists still question whether desertification, as a process of global change, is permanent or how and when it can be halted or reversed


-Reason asked=Need the recipe in order to produce enough to conduct a science fair experiment relating to sweat absorpencey.

The definition of artificial sweat varies:\n“The one used by the EU (especially for nickel release work) is defined by EN1811 and comprises 0.5% NaCl, 0.1% urea, 0.1% lactic acid and the pH adjusted to 6.6 with NH4OH. However, the ISO standard 3160/2 comprises 20g/l NaCl, 17.5g/l NH4Cl, 5g/l acetic acid and 15g/l d,l lactic acid with the pH adjusted to 4.7 by NaOH.”\nSee the references below:


On www.rael.org, there is a book called "Message from the Designers". It explains our origins on a rational basis. Maybe there is no god and the evolution theory is also wrong? What do you think?

ID by ET?  Possible.  But the best scientific evidence so far suggests life evolved here on this planet through natural selection.  Now, however having said that, it is entirely possible for some outside intelligence (God, other divine beings, or ET) to interfere and "nudge" evolution along on a certain direction.  The only drawback to that concept is it's hard to prove or disprove.  However I personally think that the universe was put on auto-pilot mode by a higher intelligence long ago, and that this Intelligence interferes only occasionally or will interfere indirectly (ie: through natural or manmade occurrences) in response to prayer. \n\nHowever, talking about that website specifically...do the Raelians have hard evidence to support their claims?  I would ask for some before I would believe their claims.


Was a CD even made or is there somewhere I can download it?

Walmart online and Amazon are two places you can get that.  Brand new from Walmart for $14.88.


I'm considering writing a wedding book and I'm interested in hearing what you think.

At night, well when it is dark, in the winter, fully lit by candles. Not sure of a location though, but I do know it would not be in a church. Maybe a big log cabin or something on those lines.


what are things I can look for that will let me know?

A-If she flirt's with u constatly and joke's with u and goes out of her way just to talk to u then she most likely like's you.\n\nB-If she totally ignore's u and get's really nervous around u and seem's to want to get out as soon as possible as to not embarrass herself then she probably like's u.


When, where and for who is The Great White Throne Judgement for. Also, when where and for whom is the Bema seat Judgement.  Please use scripture references to show how you know.


I have seen Star Wars episode III back in  May and I haven't understand the plot or conflict in episode III.

Various conflicts were in Episode III. The primary conflict was between Anakin Skywalker's light and dark sides, secondary conflict included the Clone Wars, Padme and Obi-Wan's reaction to Anakin's betrayal, Yoda trying to maintain the Jedi Order, Obi-Wan's search for Greivous, the issue of Order 66, the search for Palpatine on the Invisible Hand, the duel on Mustafar, and the starting of the Rebel Alliance.


eg. you have a column of water 3x4m that is plugged by wood. The water is rising at a rate of 10cm per hour. what force in Kg per m2 will be put on the wood? and is there one formula to calculate this?

There are a lot of sites that might help you calculate buoyancy. Click the link below to get started.


Can they hear me talking? Can they answer me somehow there and then if I ask? Can they do things for me? Or quide me if so needed?

When you get really intoxicated you can actually start to talk to spirits. \n\nI have seen a drunk man speaking to his glass of scotch for 2 hours straight, and having some heated discussions. They don't respond to you unless you have sufficient amount of it in your blood stream.\n\n...Then, almost magically, you can hear them talk.\n\nAnd oh yes, they do things for you. Guide you and your car into the lamppost for enlightenment. Put you into bed with the ugliest person in the world.\n\nAnd if you try to communicate with them long and hard enough they send you the small insects that crawl on your skin.


hi there i am newly married and my husband is still in India waiting for his visa my problem is that everytime something has to be done (ie forms to be filled into to be found etc) i have to keep asking him and asking him and its only when i get really upset that he will go and  do it ..... when i say i dont want to nag u he says no i will do whatever u say because you know the proceedure ...and soonce again i start running around for his visa appl and ask him to get some docs ready but again  i have to keep asking him have u done it and i hear yes il do it today but then its not done (its a cycle)\n\nwhen i was in india and asked him to take me somewhere there was always a reason why we couldnt go and after 3 weeks when i started to cry and say that i felt like i was in the way he got upset and was crying saying how could u think i am that low .... \n\nhe sends me about 20 txts a day and tells me he loves me and calls me everynight but i dont know am i over reacting

Seems he has many other things going on his life.\n\nK


After installing the Yahoo toolbar (version 1.0.1.20050805), I get this when I launch Firefox: "Could not load this dialog, refresh the toolbar and try again."  Windows XP with SP2.

Try to do as it says: refresh toolbar. If that doesn't work uninstall and install anew. If it persists, then Firefox 1.5 seems to be the problem. There have been complaints recently about this upgrade...\n\nhttp://desktoplinux.com/news/NS2432314568.html


ALMOS!  ONLY THING MISSING  IS A SQUARE JAW AND DARKER GLASSES .


I have shin splints and I wanted to know if there were any exercises I could use. Other than the ones I have been using.

Im a Player my self, i would say the best thing to do before your game is Stretching, jumping, then a five minute walk before the game begins. \nBefore you do this, drink a glass of water and after the stretching and walking thing.. dont drink any before the game ok?\n\nTrust me this will boost your game..


he has not been in the best of form ,so shouldnt he be replaced by wasim jaffer

he should not be ib the indian team but he can tach the indian team


No.  Blogging just means WEB LOGGING.  Or keeping a journal on the internet for other people to read.  You can do that however you want, and call it blogging.  Make a web log of how much you feed your cat and post it on a website.  It's a blog.  Some sites now offer you a way to post your own log on their site.  Type free blogging into yahoo search.


I'm in a divorce action now, they are living with her, and she's only 4.5 years old. I assume my ex is poisioning her mind with negative thoughts like that.

tell her you will always love her because she is the special grandma that helped bring you to me. and that is something that will never change no matter what.


they don't have to have words, even a technoish song with a sexy beat will do , all options considered and appreciated.

Ok, I am not sure if you wanted techno type music, but since you said all options are considered here are some good ones \n\n1) Sade - Kiss Of Life \n\n2) Sade - Sweetest Taboo \n\n3) Marvin Gaye- Sexual Healing \n\n4) Amber - Ecstacy (techno) \n\n5) Nine Inch Nails - Closer\n\n6) Chris Isaak - Wicked Games \n\n7) Enigma - Sadeness


Why we all human beings have the same scientific name of homo sepiens, though our appearances are much different throughout the world. As elephants (elephus maximus, laxodonta africana) have different scientific names. So with many other animals and birds have different scientific name.

Because species are defined by the ability to interbreed and produce viable progeny that can still breed.  A horse and a donkey can mate to give a mule, but the resulting mule is sterile.\n\nA better question is why dogs and wolves have different names scientifically.


I'm tired of looking for song sites and they all require you to have a subscribtion to play their songs. Is there anywhere you can get music for free? Even if the site doesn't let you download the song, I would love to be able to go to a site and play songs for free when I'm on the computer, but I dont' like alot of music so it's not worth it for me to pay for a subscription to a site.\n\nOh, and I can't really do the streaming music thing because it doesn't work on my computer. I have to have a site without streaming music.

limewire.com\nbearshare.com\n^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^\nmore or less legal <hint>\n\n\n\nwindows media (program taht comes with windows)


I'm just wondering if going into a deeeeep sleeeeep actually helps.

I had a kidney transplant about 9 months ago. I looked up at the clock in the operating room at about 9 a.m., they said they were going to start... Then I became aware of a pain in my side and saw a clock in a different room that said about 1 o'clock.  I only knew they had done the surgery because of the pain and the clock. It was not like sleeping. I was not aware at all during the time I was "out". It was just a total blank. When I'm asleep, I still have some awareness of time passing, I think, but not so when I was under anesthesia.\nOne of the nurses in the recovery room asked my aunt who gave me the kidney, "Who did you give your kidney to?" My aunt was still pretty out of it, but she obviously didn't remember anything either -- she said, "I haven't given it to her yet."  :-)\n\nP.S. The pain upon "coming to" was not too bad. They have lots of good meds to help with the pain.


What is the smallest number which can be divided exactly by 5, 7, 9, and 21?

315 is the greatest common factor.\n\nTo find the GCF, factor all the numbers into prime factors. Then, multiply all the factors excluding the duplicates.\n\n5, 7, 3*3, 3*7\n5, 7, 3*3 are unique factors.\n5*7*3*3=315


I've read that women who take Acutane are not supposed to become pregnant because of the risk of birth defects.  I haven't ever read what those possible defects are, though.  I'm curious.

Perhaps this site might get you started. It came up on a Yahoo Search:\n\nbirth defects accutane\n\nhttp://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1168.asp


IF YOU THINK ITS CHEATING AND WANA MAKE IGNORANT COMMENTS THEN PLZ DONT POST! :)

let me give you the distance formula: the square root of ( [X2 - X1]squared + [Y2 - Y1]squared )\n\nwhat are X2 and Y1 and stuff like that?  well, your coordinates are (-7,6) and (-1,1).  You assign one set of coordinates (it doesn't matter wich) to be x1 and y1.  the other set will be x2 and y2.  So, for example, in the point (-7,6) your -7 would be x1 and your 6 would be y1.  then your -1 would be x2 and your - would be y2.  make sense?  so once you have assigned your x1, x2, y1, and y2, then you just plug them into the distance formula:\n\nthe square root of ( [-1 - -7]squared + [1-6]squared ).\n\nyou solve that, and there's your answer!  I would use a scientific calculator to do the squaring and square rooting, and I assume you know which buttons do that.


a bruise is a broken blood vessel under the skin


I need to know if there is good snow cover on the snowmobile trails in Walker Minnesota.


because they only make like 3 dollars an hour


like when you search the web and search images in the yahoo toolbar...how do you delete all the junk you search for?

For deleting from the toolbar:\n\nIf you want to remove all the entries in your search history right now, but you still want Yahoo! Toolbar to remember your searches in the future, do the following: \n\nClick on the Pencil menu \nSelect "Clear Recent Searches" \nIf you want to save your recent searches while you're searching on the web, but to automatically clear the saved searches when you close your browser window, do the following: \n\nClick on the Pencil menu \nSelect "Toolbar Options" \nSelect "Auto clear recent searches when exiting IE" so that there is a checkmark in the box next to it. \nClick "OK" \nIf you want to disable the feature entirely so none of your searches are saved, do the following: \n\nClick on the Pencil menu \nSelect "Toolbar Options" \nClick "Remember Recent Searches" so that there is not a checkmark in the box next to it \nClick "OK"


I donT knOw But U AskeD mE iF I wANtEd MorE PoiNts !!! yEs I dO!!!


We haven'even kissed but we are going out tomorrow before we both go home to our familes and I need help deciding what to do ASAP!  Please help or give suggestions.  Thank you.

Just something really really small like a small gift of candy/chocolate, a mug with some hot chocolate packets in it, or a cd.\n\nMake sure it's small enough that he won't feel like a jerk if he didn't get you anything, and you won't feel like you spent too much.


I'm interested in starting a web site but I don't know how to get the domain for it.

I use register.com, simply because they are very reliable, and domain propagation is very fast. If you only want a domain, then you should choose their "domain only" package.


I'm looking to replace the following services I am currently getting at Bravenet (because of some problems I've been having).  I'm only looking for places that offer these free.  Let me know if you know a good place for any of these.\n\nForms \nE-cards (where you can create e-cards other can send)\nSite seach (searches your own site)\nForum (must be able to fit well in frames)

Find a webhost with cPanel. or\n\nhttp://www.webmastertoolscentral.com/


Advani will resign on December 31\nThe Tackrey (I know I missplled it) family is fighting for power in Shiv Sena\n\nManmohan Singh is developing India greatly so will BJP will any elections

Elections are for away, nobody know what will happen till then


Hi,\n\nThis is pretty easy and you'll enjoy the pleasure of easy install on freebsd through ports collection or packages.\nIf you use th eports collection update :\ncd /usr/ports/net/samba3;\nmake install clean\n\nor with packages :\npkg_add -r samba3\n\nThen I strongly suggest that you follow the instructions from the FreebSD handbook you can find at :\nhttp://www.freebsd.org/doc/en_US.ISO8859-1/books/handbook/network-samba.html\n\nLean on the handbook for any need regarding your FreebSD tuning installs or customizations ;-)\n\nRegards


Is a biological difference or simply a social custom? Do women just hide their burps and farts better than men, most of whom don't even try to hide their flatulence?

LOL cute question, No men do not produce more gas than women. It's just that guys think gas is funny or they just let them rip, now honestly when was the last time you saw/heard a woman just let it rip? You answered your own question we just hide it or at least try.


In other words, why can't the laws of today catch up to reality?

sex comes with a responsibility, in case the worse happens. You need to be ready and fully matured for that. You don't have to burden society. To check this, I guess an age limit was set, and any activity below that age was made illigal.


I think Sal and Richard have infused tremendous energy and ideas to bring more life to the show. But I'm a little disturbed that these two like wearing thongs and Sal pleasures himself while sleeping in the same bed as Richard. Other than that, I laugh my A** off with all the bits they create. \nStuttering John was a hack and I'm glad he left the show. He never contributed anything noteworthy except being beat up by AJ Benza and Cabbie. Finally, F*** Jackie  Artie RULES !!!  FIRE !

They should marry. Let's legalize it now. I agree, they kick John's @$$, and f Jackie. Artie is much better for the show.


Is there a slideshow application for the PC that can handle flash movies along with static photos and maybe some video? Similar to Mac's Keynote... any suggestions?


sport illustrated picked carolina panthers to win the super bowl before week one.  are they right?

I wouldnt trust sports illustrated too much. They ranked the Chicago Bears to be last place, But so Far they are the number 2 NFC team still. Plus they beat the panthers earlier this season.


Why do you hate/Like your job?\nand if u hate it\nwhat job do u wish to be in?

I absolutely LOVE my job.  I'm a 911 dispatcher.  I take calls all day (or night) long.  I save at LEAST one life per week.  There's just something about going home after a shift and knowing the kinds of things I've accomplished that make me feel terrific!  Besides that, can't beat the fact that I'm sitting here typing this out from work, as we can do anything we want when there's not an active call!


Given the challenges of security, privacy, policy-maker ignorance, etc., what would be a wise route to take towards upgrading our society to Democracy 2.0?

First you have to destroy the constitution. And then everyone has to be informed on all the issues.  Then by some miracle pull off a democracy. Even social clubs have a leadership, because when you have more than one person it is impossible to have total agreement on everything. A true democracy has NEVER exsisted.  We are a Federal Republic, which means you vote for reprentatives.\n\nA democracy leads into a tyranny, because with a true democracy it is at it's essence mob rule with no protection for those in the minority


A father and son are in a car accident and the child is badly injured and needs an emergency operation, and is immediatly taken to the hospital.\nOnce the child is wheeled into the emergency room, the doctor looks down and says, "I cannot operate on him because he is my son".\n\nHow is this possiable?


I heard this one this morning:\n\nI had an aunt who, whenever we met at a wedding, would nudge me on the arm and wink, saying, "you'll be next". It irritated the hell out of me, until one day when I finally got her to stop. We were at a funeral, and I nudged her on the arm, winked and said, "you'll be next."


...Race.\n\nI would assume you mean ethnic origon, we are all of one race, ie human beings :)\n\nBut, i think to answer your question, animals, such as monkies, cats, dogs, sheep, goats, cows, horses, ect are more open to sex.\n\nHumans see sex as an intimate thing, most see it is a passionate thing; however much social stigma, such as sex bad, sex is wrong, sex is gross, or sex is dirty, is still in circulation within our society.  We, as humans, tend to base what we see as right, based on the points of society, therefore, we are not open as we should be to sex.\n\nIf you ask what ethnic group is more open to sex, i would have to say (if forced to choose between the human race), that asians (oriental) are the most open.  They have one of the oldest civiliazations, and to them sex is a passionate act between those who love each other; not just a thing to do when you love someone.


Also, how is a plant eukaryotic cell and an animal eukaryotic cell different from each other?\n\nThanks

prokaryotic cells are not bounded by membranes while eukaryotic cells are bounded by membranes.


hi all, though i am fit enough, you can see my pic. i want to know some exercises that can help to tighten tummy. focks i m busy man, so tell me simple and quick exercises.

I know you've heard it before: crunches. Yep, they work.  If you find crunches difficult to do - try getting a hand on a book or video on Pilates. Their program is focused on making a magnificent mid-section. Even their basic exercise is already a good belly toner.


He argued 50-45-40-30-20-10 about the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrha and then agreed to sacrifice his son on Mount Moriah. He had to ride for three days and for that entire time not one question of God.

Good question! joahchun has a great one line answer. But I am the babbling type.\n\nAbraham was concerned for Lot and his family. He was negotiating to have them removed first. Abraham did not argue with God because he knew that God was incapable of lying. God had promised that through Isaac, Messiah would come. So, God had a problem... no Isaac, no Messiah. Scripture states that Abraham knew that what God was asking him to do was prophetic of the Messiah's sacrifice, so he was positive that God would raise Isaac in three days. But God did it differently and stopped the sacrifice and provided a subsititute instead.


Do you have a circumcised heart? How? Describe the experience, pls

For centuries, circumcision was associated with increased hygienity. The heart consistently represents the human seat of motivation. Thus, ‘circumcision of the heart’ means ridding oneself of anything that could dirty or encumber one's pure motives. By comparison, note that unresponsive, encumbered ears are referred to as 'uncircumcised' at Jer 6:10 and Acts 7:51. Note also Exo 6:12 wherein Moses referred to his 'uncircumcised' (speech impaired?) lips as an excuse why he could not talk with Pharaoh.\n\nBy the way, Paul was a converted Jew and had thus obviously been circumcised. Note that Acts 16:3 has Paul circumcising Timothy so that he will not be disrespected by potential converts from Judaism.


I've always been single and I like a few people. I would really love to get someone and need some advice.

I dont think that you need to do much. When you stop looking that person will come in due time. Some may say get a makeover this and that. But when you look good you feel good. Thats the concept when you are happy with yourself things will fall in place. Maybe the person you pass everyday and never noticed.


I was running along with v1.4 and things worked fine. Upgrade to 1.5 and nothing works - not the test on Java, no Yahoo games, nothing. Keep getting general errors such as ClassNotFound. Anyone got any idea or run into this before?

HAVE YOU TRIED..J2SE runtime environment 5.0 update 6,\nit will use at least 119MB on the hard drive, and u will have to restart your computer befor use.\nit works for me. hope it does for you.


Once a question has been asked like a hundred times (why do men have nipples? Which is better LCD or Plasma?) I think it's time they have a "FAQ" answer sheet where those questions atomatically go.

Trouble is, no one would use it.  It's faster and easier to ask again then it is to look it up.  Let's face it, if you could look up the answer, you probably wouldn't need to ask the question here (you may have already tried to look it up + weren't able to find it, for example).


I need to write a 4-5 page paper on this poem and I can't find decent sources anywhere on the web.  Please help!!!

These links may help you a bit.\nhttp://www.usd.edu/~tgannon/txts/wordsfaq.txt\nhttp://www.mainchance.org/bignews/read/levit/happiness.html


Let's do a Pro and Con comparison with respect to Google:\n\nPros of Google:\n\nAs a seach engine, google has the best relevance and presents the results in a way that I find easy to decide what pages are best for me. Its the best in terms of researching information.\n\nFor makin money, a #1 on google is worth many times more than a #1 on yahoo. Yahoo! blocks the top of the SERPs with sponsored ads.\n\nGoogle also has a neat interface. Yahoo is not bad too, but its interface is not that neat. The reason for that being it to be a portal. I think a nice interface is very important since people will come back more often if so.\n\nThe relevance of search results make its 'Feeling Lucky' feature pretty useful. Firefox address bar by defaults goes to 1 site listed on your search results.\n\nGoogle has tried to stay away from Spam/ misleading sites better than other search engines.\n\nCons of Google:\n\nHowever, few problems with google, its web crawler dosen't capture hyperlinks from PDF files stored on net, a feature which Yahoo provides.\n\nAlso, Google at present does not provide an index for video aggregation through the web crawler, a feature which Altavista provided since 1999. The problems include accuracy of the media file. That is the reason for providing Google Videos where users have to submit videos.\n\nDue to a larger share of 'searching' community, Google has been targeted by bloggers by planting Google Bombs. Because most bloggers mention the word failure with President Bush's name, the #1 site on searching Failure is the website of President Bush.\n\nYahoo is doing pretty good research in Search Technologies, for example Grokker.\nhttp://www.grokker.com/grokker.html?query=Anirudh%20Koul&Yahoo=true&Daypop=true&numResults=250


it's ridiculous. they make everybody move their cars for 3 hours monday, tuesday thursday and friday, which means everybody double-parks for 3 hours. or else you get towed and pay $200! they could do it once a month and that would be plenty.

It is a number of people living in a small area of Manhattan.  Most other cities that are more spread out will clean the streets less frequently.\n\nIn Phoenix, Arizona, they pick up garbage once a week and sweep only once a week.  We are more spread out than Manhattan.\n\nIf NYC did not clean as often as it does, there would be a lot of garbage all over the street.


Here are a few clues.  He is one of only two Marines to recieve the Medal of Honor and the Marine Bases in Okinawa, Japan are named after him.

butler reeived the medal of honor twice (!!), once in the mexican vera cruz campaign of 1914 and again in haiti in 1915.  to be awarded the medal of honor once is outstanding; to be awarded it twice is almost unheard-of.  here are the citations from the army medal of honor website:\n\nAs Commanding Officer of detachments from the 5th, 13th, 23d Companies and the marine and sailor detachment from the U.S.S. Connecticut, Maj. Butler led the attack on Fort Riviere, Haiti, 17 November 1915. Following a concentrated drive, several different detachments of marines gradually closed in on the old French bastion fort in an effort to cut off all avenues of retreat for the Caco bandits. Reaching the fort on the southern side where there was a small opening in the wall, Maj. Butler gave the signal to attack and marines from the 15th Company poured through the breach, engaged the Cacos in hand-to-hand combat, took the bastion and crushed the Caco resistance. Throughout this perilous action, Maj. Butler was conspicuous for his bravery and forceful leadership.\n\nCitation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Maj. Butler was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.


75.1 % of respondents said they were White and no other race\n12.3 % are of Black or African-American descent\n12.5 % Hispanics - who may belong to any race \n3.6 % of respondents are Asian


I saw it in 1976 when I was a little kid.  The protagonist collapses at the end before crossing the finish line.

I don't think it was Chariots of Fire, I don't think there was anything about drugs in that movie. It sounds a little bit like a made-for-TV movie named Finish Line, but that came out in the 80s.


i would be pleased  if any one  suggest me some non surirical ways of increasing the breast  through any massages or vitamens with out side effects

Bovine ovary breast enlargement. It will increase your breasts about a cup size every 3 months. It has been found to be extremely effective compared to alot of herbal supplements that do practically nothing.  Hope this helps :D  P.S.  Feel free to send pics of the finished product...Lol.  ;) Gary


I have boils or bumps on the inside of my legs that if I try to pop like a pimple they produce blood.

It could be herpes, but if they're on the insides of your legs, they're probably just boils.  You should visit your doctor though, because boils are painful, will spread, and can only be cured by an antibiotic.


as im in field of network structure cabling division in reputed company so i like to have some hints form yahoo family is any one can helpme out

Your job is to give them what they want and (help) to make them happy...\nI feel that a good sales pitch includes telling your customer what you can do for them and giving them all info neccessary to help them help you to get the job done...\nIt is very important to be accessable and to make sure that your customer is happy...\nIf every customer that you service is happy,\nthen you go smoothly all the way...\nIf you are a sub-contractor, do not rely on one company, unless they pay verrrrry well....\nHave at least three big customers.....


im like 167lbs. i kinda like my size because it comes with a sizeable ass and nice boobies but my arms....hmm...i could do with more 10lb hand weight workouts.

I think you should go with slightly lower weights, maybe eight or five pounds. I work out a lot and even when im just using 12 pound dumbells i get bulky in my arms pretty easy. Using a lower weight with more reps would help with toning without making your arms look bigger. Thats just me might be different with you. My weight usually fluctuates about five pounds but i weighed in yesterday at 128. Im 5'4.


Some great silents that immediately pop into mind...\n\nSunrise (Murnau)\nThe General (Buster Keaton)\nCity Lights (Charlie Chaplin)\nUn Chien Andalou (Luis Bunuel)\nThe Man with the Movie Camera (Vertov)


Give details of the alchohol..Vodka, gin, bourbon, etc.

just wanted to see if they would post this.  you know what i'll be drinking.


I have over 3 years of LAN Administration experience, Certified MCSE+I, have taken MCSE 2000 and Cisco CCNA classes. I'm working towards a bachelors degree in possibly electrical engineering... what would be the most benificial degree to posess in the computer network administration field of work?\nAlso does anybody know what the job market looks like in Melbourne, FL for this type of work?\n\nThanks in advance for any help and\nMerry Christmas!!!

Computer Science and Electrical Engineering are good, but most schools have Information Systems as a degree program now.  Information Systems or Information Technology is the best major if you are looking to just be a network admin.


Or are they just a pipe dream. If they are made, how fast will they go?

Solar Sails are a very interesting technology that could be used for future space exploration, but currently face serious engineering issues to be able to do this.  \n\nFuture manned and robotic space exploration outside of our solar system could currently be considered a pipe dream.  Solar Sails, along with fusion motors, Bussard ramjets, antimatter drives, and Von Neumann machines are the various technologies being research as possible ways to further our manned and robotic exploration of space outside of our own solar system.\n\nAs far as the speed for a Solar Sail, most Solar Sail proposals would provide thrust for the craft with a very large laser. The actual speed of the craft would depend on the size of the craft and the size of the laser used, and the amount of time the laser would be able to provide thrust for the craft.


You should try to get to know her first and then just ask her.


If you know of any information, sites,and or schools. Would you please let me know of any information that you think might help. Thank YOU

"How to become a radio disc jockey" is the subject of an excellent article, linked below.


I know this is a weird question but my b/f is coming to see me this weekend and what do you know I get it today....

AN ORGASM WILL ACTUALLY CAUSE CONTACTIONSAND PUSH EVERTHING OUT FASTER...ASK UR OB/GYN


I am currently a BPO business head for a top Indian company working on US and UK programs.The outsourcers in US and UK always desire to have their representatives in India to monitor and guide vendors providing services.I wish to work in that capacity for a US/UK outsourcer.

I would say: Get on the internet and find UK sources of the type of business you want to deal with. Email them directly with your resume. I would make sure you have long distance to call them. I would also make sure you know the cost for a minute of conversation to the UK....IT is very very expensive. I know for I have been there several times. Make sure you write everything down, internet websites that you have gone too and make sure that you have your "selling hat" on. A positive attitude is the key. GOOD LUCK!


I do? Ihave a best friend for 2 years. Every sence my other one left we start hangin out more. BUT EVERY SENCE THE NEW KID CAME HE TOOK OVER!!!!!! Now i feel like were not friends any more. What should i do ive tryed every thing! Now im trying to become friends with the new kid what should i do?

We 're not bestfriends anymore when feel bored with seeing one another, or one of us become colder with us. I know that hurts. But let your friend go if he finds the new one better. And you, I must say that trying to be friends with the new kid is a good way, but what if that kid reject you? In my own opinion, I think you should learn the way of being independent from a person, dont be like "I am lonely without him", because you should be able to have more than 1 friends :) Well, it takes time to get thru, but the one who leaves you to go is not a BEST friend, just a normal friend, so just keep a normal relationship (dont break it though).


Ted Bundy was an American serial killer who was convicted on the basis of which type of forensic evidence?

Ted Bundy was convicted on bite marks found on a victim of his.  Molds of the bite marks on the victim were taken and they were compared to dental records.


I need one that does printing, scanning, copy, and fax. \nI have always loved Epson ink jets but none of them are "network ready" like the HPs. \n\nThanks!

You can get a HP 3015 all in one laserjet for around 300 bucks Office Depot has a advertised price of $239.99, go for the lasejet because the toners last a long time and your print-out and faxes will look better. laser faxes that you recieve are actualy readable compared to the ribbon faxes which leave something to be desired. ink jet machines will put you in the poor house buying ink all the time.


Sites that will be enjoyed by children from age 4-6 please

pbskids.org, nickjr.com of course.... umm....i think thats all i got sorry i hop that helps you


In the olden days, a man rode into town on his horse. He arrived on Monday, spent six days in town and left on Friday. How is that possible?

You know............the horse's name could be Friday OR Monday.......


The TARDIS is the name of a fictional time travelling machine in the British science fiction television programme Doctor Who. The name is an acronym of Time And Relative Dimension (or Dimensions) In Space, a product of Time Lord technology. A properly piloted and working TARDIS is capable of transporting its occupants to any point in space and time. It is also larger on the inside than it appears from outside.\n\nExtracted from Wikipedia.\n\nI hope the above para answers your question.\n\n>>> Naveen Kumar


Does any body Knowes who Najib Mikati and wa she  a prime minster of lebanon

Najib Mikati (born November 24, 1955) is a former Prime Minister of Lebanon. He was appointed to this post by President Emile Lahoud on 15 April 2005, to succeed Omar Karami, who gave up after seven weeks of frustrated efforts to form a consensus government and resigned. He held office for three months, handing over on 19 July to Fouad Siniora. Like all Prime Ministers since 1943 (except for two who have served in a caretaker capacity), he is a Sunni Muslim.\n\nMikati graduated from the American University of Beirut in 1980 with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. He went on to complete a PhD in Business Studies at Harvard University in the United States in 1989. He subsequently founded the Mikati Group, which has since grown into a telecommunications empire with significant investments throughout the Arab world.\n\nAfter being appointed to the Cabinet as Minister of Public Works and Transport on 4 December 1998, he was elected to the National Assembly from his hometown of Tripoli in 2000, outpolling Omar Karami, who was elected from the same multimember constituency. As a parliamentarian, he retained his cabinet position and developed a reputation as a moderately pro-Syrian politician with a good relationship with Syrian President Bashar Assad. He turned down an opportunity to become Prime Minister in 2000, insisting that Rafik Hariri was the choice of the Lebanese people. In 2004, he came out against the ad-hoc amending of the Constitution to extend six-year term of the pro-Syrian President Lahoud for another three years. This indicated that despite his own pro-Syrian inclinations, he was not a Syrian puppet - a factor that counted in his favour when a new Prime Minister had to be appointed in the wake of Karami's resignation on 13 April 2005.\n\nIn the negotiations to form a government, Mikati emerged as a consensus candidate. Despite his closeness to Syria, his willingness to compromise and his promise to dismiss the chiefs of the security forces, whom many Lebanese suspected of involvement in the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri on 14 February 2005, won the support of the anti-Syrian opposition, against the strongly pro-Syrian Minister of Defence, Abdul-Rahim Murad. "We will be the symbol of moderation and national unity," Mikati declared after being sworn in at the Presidential palace in Baabda.\n\nMikati's immediate priority was to prepare Lebanon for crucial parliamentary elections, which were scheduled to be held by 31 May 2005. Constitutionally, a government must be in place to call an election, and opposition politicians had accused President Lahoud and former Prime Minister Karami of stalling the formation of a government in order to thwart the holding of an election, which anti-Syrian parties believed they could win. They ended up winning 72 of the 128 seats in the National Assembly


I am 24 years old guy and I have worked with this girl for about one year. I know she has boy friend, she also know I have a girl friend (two years relationship). I and this girl have invited each other for shopping, coffee and dinner. Looks like she like me and she is telling me a lot of private stories. Whenever she talking with me she always fondles her hair and I also noticed that she is not doing this to other guy.\n\nHowever, when I ask if she like me, she said that "you should thinking about your girl friend's feeling, I like you but just as like other coworkers".\n\nDoes she playing hard-to-get game? Does girls playing this kind of game often? Or she may just told me her real feeling?

dude she totally wants you.  She probably fantasies about having sex with you but she is a good person and she doesn't want to ruin things between you and your girlfriend.  Whether or not to pursue it is up to you, but if you have a girlfriend its probably not a good idea.


ive been contaminated with hypotitis c 4 years ago how long with drug abuse of meth will i live?

I don't know how long you can live with hepatitis c, but meth will only make your symptoms worse and kill you all by its self,meth is a deadly drug. Please see a doctor or someone in a rehab program.


Someone I know put down a much lesser amount than he actually paid for the vehicle to pay less tax. Looks like he's going to get caught (State of Ohio). Anyone have any experience with dealing with this? What should he do?

Probably what will happen is that they would just recalculate the tax due, and send him a bill for the difference, plus a possible penalty.


computer desiegn, something better than windows,virtual reality,a new system that is extreamly user friendly and sate of the art, so on and so forth

There are lots of websites that explain design and development of OS's, and also there are projects running in open source development. I suggest you work on Open source projects and from there the rest of the path for your ideology must be clear.\n\nhttp://visopsys.org/osdev/\n\nhttp://mega-tokyo.com/osfaq2/\n\nI think the OS is so huge that practically one single human ( not to discourage or undermine your zeal ), to write whole piece. You might want to first learn to work in teams, and yet make good interfaces & modules individually.\n\nAnd best programmer is not one who can make the fastest best working code, but that is more compatible ( at same time not compromizing to performance ) with other modules. Most of the times its the interface designing that takes time. That is the reason many people just dont start from scratch, but build on others. Even the Open sources use development tools ( instead of starting from Assembly ), like the dlx-compiler tool that just builds the assembly code that can be deployed on any dlx compatible machine.\n\nI personally there are many good solutions to many good problems in designing and developing OS's. So you might want to know the problems first and then understand solutions later.\n\nGood Luck.


how do you clear the list that drops down when you start to type what you are searching?

Clear search history in Y! toolbar: http://help.yahoo.com/help/us/toolbar/to...\nHowever, if you wish to delete search history saved by the browser and auto-filled when you type on the yahoo website, here is the solution:\n\nTo clear your history from Internet Explorer:\n1. Go to the "Tools" menu.\n2. Select "Internet Options."\n3. Click the "General" tab.\n4. Click the "Clear History" button. To completely disable the history function, set "Days to keep pages in history" to zero.\n\nTo clear your history from Mozilla Firefox:\n1. Go to the "Tools" menu. \n2. Select "Options" > "Privacy" > "History." \n3. Click on "Clear." To completely disable the history function, set "Remember visited pages for the last X days" to zero ("0"). \n4. Click "OK" to exit. \n\n\n\nNext\n\nIn Internet Explorer\n\n* Go to menu, tools =>Internet options => content.\nClick AutoComplete in the bottom. In the resulting window click clear forms.\n\n* To permanently stop saving the search and form field entries goto Tools=>Internet Options=>Content=>AutoComplete uncheck all the boxes and click ok.\n\nIn Firebox\n\n* Either press Ctrl+Shift+Del or Click Tools=>Clear Private Data.\n\n* To pemanently stop saving data that you entered in search and form fields :\nGoto to Tools=>options=>Privacy=>Saved... uncheck the "Save Information As I enter in Form and Search Fields"\n\nyour search or form entries will not appear anymore.\n\n\nIn Yahoo Toolbar :\n\nIn the left side of your search toolbar (yahoo) you can find a pencil icon. Click on that pencil icon and select "Clear Recent Seraches".\n\nIn Google Toolbar :\n\nTo clear your search history from the drop-down text box on the Google Toolbar:\n\n1. Click on the 'Google' logo to access the drop-down menu.\n2. Select the 'Clear Search History' option. This will clear all the previous searches from the drop-down box.\n\nAll you recent searches on the toolbar will be cleared.


I'm trying to decide which implementation methods to contract someone to use when deploying a web application.

AJAX refers to the combined use of a number of techniques to build highly-interactive Web applications.  JSON-RPC is a convention (and library) for transferring data into an AJAX application.  Thus, AJAX applications can use JSON-RPC to interact with the server.\n\nYour question implies that JSON-RPC and AJAX are somehow alternatives, which is not the case.  This confusion, in turn, suggests that perhaps you should let your contractor figure out how to best implement your Web application.


A method, or the process, of using a standard solution to determine the strength of another solution.


And for heavens sake i dont want any spiritual answers like "gods will" or any such nonsense because i dont believe in god but the existence of a single equation which expalins possible activity in the universe.I want a clearcut logical or scientific answer.

actually, physicists are still looking for the law of everything that connects the different theories of things and stuff.  String theory is pretty interesting although it doesnt provide definitive answers, it gets closer.  You seem interested in this stuff, you should read "The Elegent Universe" by Brian Greene.  It will explain a lot and help with your understanding.  Be warned though, you might find it too interesting and get too curious like me and end up being a physics major just to get some questions answered, and more do get answered the farther you go in physics haha. Read that book though, it will blow your mind.


Not all of them should be the actors, of course. Some are talented enough to be in the choir, dancing part or orchestra. Thank you for your suggestions.

The Nutcracker! You can never have too many mice and toy soldiers.


i hate it when stup id people drive slower than the people behind them want to go.  all they have to do is get over into the slow lane.. i think they are just plain STUPID...are you one of those people.. if so... change ...

No you are not thte only one that thinks these people are morons. I think they need to go back to driers ed so they can learn how to drive on the highway the right way


of course, the woman should not feel like getting interviewed nor should she get scared ;)\n\nso how do you get more personal in a subtle way if you don't want to risk to end up in the 'good friend' column ...

You ask an oblique question:  What is your favorite place (to travel, or to have lived).  Then, probe. What did you like about it there?  Build on that.  Open ended questions.  If you get to an area where she is uncomfortable, she'll signal by switching to one word answers.  Yes.  No.  I don't know  (ok, that's three words).


does it affect the sperm count or caouse aother complication in the long run?

Fertility doctors recommend boxer shorts over briefs. Other ways to improve sperm count and quality:\n\n- avoid the use of spas or jacuzzis, or immersing the male organs in hot water\n- avoid driving a car for a long time\n- avoid riding a bicycle for a long time\n- have a healthy diet\n- exercise


What treatment for Post-partum depression does a Scientologist suggest? Is a mother who kills her babies because she did not take pills to treat Post-partum depression responsible? According to Scientology, is the mother not a murderer?

According to what I understand about Scientology (not an immense amount, but enough to have an opinion - ;-)), the Scientologist does not believe that we are ultimately material beings, therefore, anything that is happening to us physically is not really happening, it is an illusion.  So, ANY form of disorder or illness would be an illusion, not just post-partum depression.  The argument, I think, should not be whether or not suffering is an illusion - it doesn't matter, because it certainly FEELS real and because of that alone, should be dealt with.  If there are medications to help us change our "perception" of reality so that it helps us or others, it should be considered as all a part of the "scientological" process (whatever it REALLY is).  If Katie Holmes gets hit by a truck (God forbid), Tom's view of reality will most certainly be affected, whether it is real or not. It would be enlightening to see what Scientologists as outspoken as Mr. Cruise would do in such an earth-shattering situation - would he hold to his beliefs or not??


clothing stores, shoe stores, grocery stores, food markets

Just go around to different places where you want to work and ask if they're hiring.  Even if they don't have a job available right then you can leave your resume with them and they might call you when they need someone.\n\nAlso, you can check the newspaper and ask around with your friends' parents and so forth.\n\nFinally, some ambitious teenagers create their own jobs.  Perhaps there's a service you know how to perform that your neighborhood needs.


Give me a more detailed answer on this question.

You left this question kinda late, didn't you?\n\nFrankly, its not that big a deal.  What you should be asking is "how do I make her happy every night afterwards?"


his name is Jerry Clark and he lives in chaffee. I need to contact him

ask his bestfriend or his girlfriend why do you need it he is your ex


1.  Drink liquid early. Take in 16 oz. of fluid 2 hours before you exercise.\n \n2.  Drink liquid often. Take in about 5 to 8 oz. every 15 to 20 minutes; this gives your body a chance to absorb a constant flow of liquid.\n \n3.  Add sports mixes containing carbohydrates and electrolytes to your liquids, especially when exercising for more than 1 hour.\n \n4.  Keep the liquids within the 60 to 70 degree range for easier absorption.\n \n5.  Keep drinks accessible when exercising. Store all fluids in easy-to-use containers that can be opened without disrupting your exercise.\n \n6.  Drink after working out to compensate for the fluid your body loses during exercise.\n\nplain water is better because it replenishes the water you lost during the workout.


Me and my girlfriend have been dating for about...7 and a half months.  We both cant stand to be away from each other, but we are still in high school.  we are not the stereotypical teenage relationship where everything is about sex.  We have not have sex yet, but we have talked about it and truthfully, neither of us are ready for that level yet. We like each other alot, and care for each other as if we were a married couple or close family, which we are neither.  I was just wondering, Am I in love?

nobody can answer that question but yourself.....but in my opinion since ive been there before i believe that you both have a very strong attachment and a very strong connection with each other....which is different from love.\n\nkempie.....what the hell is up with the train analogy?? are you like twelve


Well you c my so called friend was supposed to keep a secret but she went and told it.Now all my friends know the secret.They laugh and stuff.I know a dark secret about her but even though she stabbed me in the back and told,should i do the same to her?Would it be fair or will i be a loser for being like her and telling people?

Do not stoop to her level. It is sad that she betrayed you, but do you still call her a friend? Does she know how much she hurt you? Just remember you will have been the better person, Karma can be a drag sometimes so just know hers will be catching up with her at some point.


Why doesn't The Apprentice 4 and The Apprentice: Martha Stewart air on CNBC in Canada when they are scheduled on their lineup? This really doesn't make sense, since other shows, like Everybody Loves Raymond that airs on The Comedy Network (Canada) and TBS (US), can air on other stations, but not The Apprentice show. This is much different than the Olympics (which CNBC and MSNBC cannot air in Canada) because this is a network show, not a sporting event. Can anybody explain what is going on here?

you guys are lucky, id rather not watch it


Wanna hire local teens to visit and investigate prices of local competiting business (e.g. Pizza joint and how much each joint sells per slice etc.)  Where can I find kids to do this?

Ask the local high school.  Their job programs would find you people.


I am a college student from Russia and am struggling to pay for school, housing, medical bills, etc.. None of the banks or loan providers will give me a loan without an American co-signer since I am an international student. I am in my 3rd year, the first two years have been a pain, and I still have not found anything. Anyone know of where I can get some money to help fund my 2 years of college left?

I found a website that might be able to help.\n\nhttp://www.edupass.org/finaid/loans.phtml


like if your 13 trying to find a 14 years old boy to like you how do you do that.

Avoid dating until you have your drivers license.  Catching a ride with mom to the movies, only to get busted for not being old enough to see the movie is a real drag.


I think it would be beneficial to our society for many reason.  It would have implications to finding ways to prepare young people to serve in government and obtain marketable skills. It would make it posssible to extend health care to people at a very important time in post puberty pre-adult life.  It would be a way to utilize Americorps type community service and it would be domestically based.  It would also make available some real acclimation to higher learning.

I think service to the government in some form should be compulsary for all young people although it should not be military except where required. It should be in some form or manner of service (e.g. writing software if you are an IT person, or doing something that is contributing to the welfare of the country).


there is alot of talk through out america from vet groups that cival up rise is coming so when will it come and to what degree and wich countrys out side america will suport the rebal fation.

According to John Titor(who probably never existed) we will decline slowly into civil war; and the decent has already begun.  \n\nUnfortunatly our government has eliminated our liberties.  All that is needed now is for them to use their power to end the illusion they still exist.


I sure do! The point of Christmas and how Christmas came about was Christ's birth.

Not really. God knows His sheep. If it allows even the opportunity to bring up the subject for intelligent debate... why not? The angel said, "I bring tidings of great joy which is for all the earth." Even the atheist? Yes, even more so. Jesus said, "the doctor does not come for the healthy, but for the sick." I saw a friend of mine who was a Zen Buddist. He wished me a Merry Christmas. I greeted back with Merry Zenmas. We both laughed and patted each other on the back. Christmas is too joyous a time to get up in arms.


At grocery stores and restaurants I'll sometimes see a tank full of lobsters. How long can a lobster can live in there? Do they get fed? What do they eat?

A lobster may live in a tank indefinitely provided it has the correct diet, the nitrate levels in the water are controlled and corrected, as well as the level(s) of ammonia, nitrite, pH, salinity, calcium, alkalinity, iodine


If I could find the artist and maybe what album it is from.  My kids used to sing the song at our old temple.  I miss the song.

I found one song composed in 2001 by Beth Schafer, "A Way to Say Ah."  The song appears on the album Ruach 5763, producted by Transcontinental Music.  The chorus goes:\n\nAnd did I pause enough to find\nA way to say "ah," a way to say "mmm,"\nA way to say "Oh, thank God I've arrived,"\nA way to say "ah," a way to say "mmm,"\nA way to say "Oh, thank God I'm alive"?\n\nLet me know if that's helpful, or I can see what else I can find.


I have noticed underage (16 year old and under) people using this site and some of the questions & answers don't seem appropriate for them.

ya i agree it but now we are big we know the meaning of each and every thing,we know the meanin of adult too...we also want to have fun as yourl do,and by the way....we never goes to such currupted questions.


Is it easier to work with bobbins that have spangles?  Should all the bobbins be the same length?  Is it difficult to use them if they have ornaments on the handles?

Every lacemaker I know has very specific likes and dislikes for their bobbins, different from the next one.  A lot depends on the size of your hands and simply the personal preferences you have for bobbins.  I believe that the weight is more important than the length.  I would ask your question at a good lace making shop.


The number of permutations of 2 items from a data set is always 2 times the # of combinations when taking 2 objects @ a time from the same data set.

This is true only if the items are distinct. For example if the data set is the 26 letter alphabet and we take letters without replacement, then the number of permutations (order matters, so a,b is different from b,a) is 26*25 while the number of combinations (order does not matter, taking a, then b is the same as taking b, then a) is 26*25/2. \n\nIf our data set contains copies, like the letters in this sentence, then combinations of identical letters would not count doubly (so, a,a is not a seperate permutation from a,a).


What are the classifications for a #2 pencil? Does anyone even use a "#1" or "#3"?

Pencils are made industrially by mixing finely ground graphite and clay powders, adding water, forming long spaghetti-like strings, and firing them in a kiln. The resulting strings are dipped in oil or molten wax which seeps into the tiny holes of the material, resulting in smoother writing. A juniper or incense-cedar plank with several long parallel grooves is cut to make something called a slat, and the graphite/clay strings are inserted into the grooves. Another grooved plank is glued on top, and the whole thing is then cut into individual pencils, which are then varnished or painted.\n\nMany pencils, particularly those used by artists, are labelled on the European system using a scale from "H" (for hardness) to "B" (for blackness), as well as "F" (for fine point). The standard writing pencil is "HB". However, artist's pencils can vary widely in order to provide a range of marks for different visual effects on the page. A set of art pencils ranging from a very hard, light-marking pencil to a very soft, black-marking pencil usually ranges from hardest to softest as follows:\n\n9H 8H 7H 6H 5H 4H 3H 2H H F HB B 2B 3B 4B 5B 6B 7B 8B 9B \n\nThis translates between American and European ranges thusly:\n\nU.S.      Europe\n#1     =     B\n#2     =    HB   (most common)\n#2 1/2 =     F   (also seen as 2 4/8, 2.5, 2 5/10,   due to patent issues)\n#3     =     H\n#4     =    2H\n\nSo, as you see, the #2 pencil is used because it is a "lead" density that isn't too hard or too soft for writing in standard writing use.\n\nI am an artist and use all of these various types of pencils.  \n\nBTW, there is no actual Lead in pencils.  That is a myth.


Hey,\n\n I have a 3.5 years old kid and I am planning to go skiing with her but I am not sure she is old enough to learn skiing. I think there must be some resorts providing more friendly slope and beginner class to young kids near Tahoe lake. Thanks!

I've been to almost all of the mountains in tahoe both north and south.  I've been a professional ski patroller and patrol instructor for 10 years.  In my opinion, Northstar is the most "family friendly" resort, although it tends to get very crowded.  They have toddler lessons for parents and child - you should check it out.  Btw, in my professional opinion, 3.5 years old is not too young.  Great to get started early!


Why are they ruining everything and trying to compete with low-cost Dell, especially now that Lenovo should enter the market in strength very soon.

In a country where people easily buy a Lexus for 60 grand and sweat when it comes to buying a $1000 PC, Michael Dell saw the opportunity and grabbed it. They focused their attention to regular home users and small businesses while others focus on making better computers. \n\nI use a very high end computer and change it ever two years, but most Americans don't change their computer for at least 4 years.\n\nNow that HP has finally realized it, we can expect to pay less for better computers. General Business 101: When companies compete, consumers win ;)


I do and just wondered if you all did...

I do i have monday off! Yipee! This week was short for me too.. they gave me monday and tuesay this week that why I am so glad this week went by so fast... My boss is getting ready to let me go home now even though i'm supposed to clock out at 5pm! (he will sign my time card for me..)


the error occurs each time i log in. The message box says to close yahoo mail & relaunch. I do that, but still get the same error.

Hi,\n\nCheck if you browser accept cookies, if not enable it at the settings menu. Also, check your security level in your browser, if it's set to too high, it will also deny some of the features needed by Yahoo! Mail.\n\nIf you have any firewalls or Popup blocker installed, check their settings, some firewalls block cookies and code from being excecuted by the browser to prevent scam.\n\nHope this solve your problem.\n\nBest regards,\nSiau.


We have been talking for 2 years now thru online dating.He is a nice guy except that he is very open minded in sex and kinky.I'm not comfortable with that.

As friends, sure! It's fun to have friends that are in some way very different from you. As romantic partners, no, I don't think so... he'd come to resent having to "tame down" to your comfort zone and you'd be constantly worried that you were "too boring"...that's no way to run a railroad.\nSex is certainly not the most important factor in a relationship but there must be a decent level of similarity in preferences or no one gets to be really happy.


Yeah, I am dating this girl who is not the best kisser and, well, other things too. I know we are supposed to talk to our women but how to you clue someone in when you realize they are a confused about their talents?

show her, tell her, draw a diagram. If she still isnt doing it right...well, your call. At least try to help her first.


use $100\nfv=pv * (1+ I/compounding)^n*compounding \nn = years I = interest\nx = 100 * (1+.0425)^3*1 simple\nx = 100 * (1+.04/2)^3*2 compounded semiannually\nsimple = 113.30\nsemi annual = 112.62\nso simple is better over 3 years


One of my ol'favorite games is "Same" from Win.95,98.\nI found 2 more versions, One is not for free download.\nThe one I got from the WEB the other day was somehow placed in My Pictures folder so while searching I found\nit in the program files: 2 files in the SAMEGAME folder.\nOne was called Windows NT, moused over it and seen  "dialer exe"in it along with another file.\nI dont want to click it for fear of a viris.  Why would a file be called that?

Here is a description of what dialer.exe does.  According to Symantec: [Dialer.EuroInfoMedia starts Internet Explorer and opens a Web page that offers adult-oriented content. If you accept the offer, the program dials a high-cost phone number.]\n\nI have seen people infected with this dialer end up with whopping phone bills once the dialer was executed (without them knowing).\n\nRun the latest version of Norton Antivirus, McAfee, or Microsoft AntiSpyware.  This will detect the dialer and remove it.  \n\nIf you get weird pop-ups in Internet Explorer, just click on the 'x' to shut the window.


my boyfried and i have been togeth for 6 years

I read the other answer and I don't think you were asking about common law marriages, lol.  Your question was how long before a proposal.  That truly depends on the couple and IF both are ready to make that comittment.  My first marriage, we dated almost 4 years before getting married.  Now, I just remarried in August 2005 and we lived together for 3 years prior.  My son just married his girlfriend after only knowing her 4 months.  So it really depends on the individuals involved.


I was reading a script off the internet about VNS wich is Vangus Never Stimulation as i kept reading it kept poping up trd

TRD is Tobacco related disease.\n\nfind more info below.


Work Hard, Be Patient, and learn to say NO at certain times.. Thats the key to stock trading..


what happened to you scratch my back i scratch your

Good luck with that.  How do you differentiate between "this legislation is good for the US" and "This legislation is good for my buddy, Billy Bob" in an enforceable, consistent way, that doesn't just transfer all power to whoever decides what was intended as a favor and what wasn't?\n\nOf course, a step in the right direction would certainly be to make the federal tax code transparent and fair.  That helps eliminate (or at least illuminate) all the loopholes and exemptions and rebates for special interest groups.


I am looking to earn an interior design degree from Capella University and I so far am impressed with what I have seen.  Does anyone have anything negative to say about them, or praise?  Would especially like someone's opinion if they have graduated or gone there themselves, and how their job placement services are.  Thanks ahead of time!

I am currently going there for a M.S. in Information Technology.  The program is good and the instructors and pretty decent.  In regards to job placement, I don't know how good their services are, as I'm already employed.  The are fully accredited by the The Higher Learning Commission and North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which is helpful in getting future employers to actually give you credit for your degree.  I think there is still a bit of a stigma attached to doing your degree online, but suprisingly Capella seems to get a better response to University of Phoenix when I talk about it with peers.  \n\nBottom Line: If you have a lot of self motivation and self direction this is a great school.  They will help you help youself, but it will be just as expensive as going to a real campus.\n\nBest of luck!


This message is 4 me154life, can u download them frum yahoo? How long duz it usually take?

Yeah, you could use P2P software like Limewire (Kazaa is full of spyware applications despite their claims to the contrary).  Or you can purchase a number of music videos from iTunes.


r your coaches wack and make get mentally prepared 2&a half weeks before thetournament and u dont know how? lol

hm.. 4 me, i will make myself ambitious.. i like winning and who doesn't.. u will be afraid as soon as you enter the pitch.. but as times goes by, if you manage to make yourself busy,have this attitude of winning the game and have fun with the game.. sure it will workout.. once i have read this magazine called 'FourFourTwo'.there was a page written by the ex-england manager sir bobby robson(my fave coach).he was talking about the english players before the big match against brazil in world cup 94'(or 90'! cant remember). almost all the starting 11 were to worried about the match.so big names do feel worried too eh! he also praise too much on luiz ronaldo,brazillian striker when he coaches barcelona saying that he is different than the other players because he is a player who can't wait to get in the match and play,with the winning attitude and loves challange.i think this attitude help him score 35 goal in la liga.. anyway, we play soccer because we enjoy it,not for fear!


For me, it was when I lied about who shot Jr.  In reality, I don't know.

Maybe it was when I stole your lunch money


I know of at least one rarely-seen verb.  Curious if there are more or synonyms.

not quite "to make obsolete" but may fit the bill when talking about being an antonym for "necessitate"...preclude? obviate?


I am looking for affordable single family i am retired and need to work at home to suppliment my income

Best job opportunities are in the Triangle (Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill), and Triad (Greensboro / Winston-Salem) areas.  But, of course, cost of living is high there.  (Unless you're willing to commute from outlying communities - public transport is virtually non-existent, and roads are painfully congested.)\n\nI live in Wilson (east of Raleigh); cost of living is definitely lower, and employment opportunities are OK.  Rocky Mount and Greenville are close to Wilson (30-min drive), and have comparable costs & opportunities.\n\nWhat sort of work do you need?\n(High-tech & engineering work can be hard to find outside of Charlotte and the Triangle.)


From the Igbo Cultural & Support Network Site:\n\nThe traditional homeland of the lgbo people lies in the south-eastern region of Nigeria. They are situated between the Niger and Cross Rivers State, with the Ibibio, Ijo, Igala, Idoma, Edo as their neighbors. The ancient scttlement at Igbo-Ukwu in eastern Nigeria was an outpost for West African's long-distance trade routes, one of which was the Trans-Saharan trade routes. The main items traded were gold, slaves, salt, cowries shells (the major unit of currency), weapons, expensive cloth, pepper,ivory, kola nuts, leather goods. \nThe arrival of Europeans on the coast of West Africa undermined the Saharan trade, but did not finally finish it until well into the 19th century. This also made the south-eastern region flourish, primarily trading slaves but after the abolition of slave trade in 1807, turned to trading in palm products, timber, elephant tusk and spices.\nThe Igbos are a self-helping race who strongly believe in making themselves what they wish to be, hence the Igbo saying "Onye kwe Chi ya ekwe". They are a people rich in culture and tradition. Although generally having very similar cultures, they also show a local variation in cultures and customs.\n\nAfter several military conquest, Igbo land now became under British colonial rule. This was a style of government not very popular amongst the Igbos, hence the British were faced with a lot of protest and resistance, but Igbo land still became a British Colony. \nIn 1900 the area that was once administered by the British Niger Company now became the Protectorate of Southern Nigeria. Control of this area then got passed from the British Foreign Office to the Colonial Office. By 1900 - 1914 the Northern and Southern Nigeria were amalgamated. Then afterwards the Eastern Region was formed and subsequently was divided into several other states.


From anything like religion, cars, music, animal rights, politics.   I think we'd all be interested in a lot more things if people just approached us differently with their ideas and notions.  Am I the only one who thinks this?  Instead of saying, "You are an animal killer!!" when you are wearing a fur and spitting on you... maybe if they just politely asked if you knew the animal that you were wearing around your neck personally, and if it died of natural causes. Then they could strike up a conversation about some new tricks their dog just learned, and said something about how when Ole Yeller died, they were going to tan his hide and wear him around their neck, as well.  Then they would all laughhhh and do the kiss kiss thing in the air and go home happy.

overbearing control freaks that must always be right and no one else can be


Sometimes I'm just walking close to the stove or the frame of a door and get "zapped".One day I was getting ready to take a dress off a metal hanger that came from the cleaners and actually saw the sparks and heard the electric sound without having touched anything yet. It makes me afraid to touch just about anything. Talk about FRUSTRATING! Help!!!!

The key word is "winter" time.  During the winter, outside air leaks into a house (it must to make up for any air that is used in a furnace and goes up the chimney).  The outside air is very cold and can hold very little moisture (any excess would turn to frost (like on your car windshield on a very cold morning.)  Once the air is inside the house and heats up it is very dry (unless you add moisture using a humidifier).  Dry air permits a static electric charge to build up, especially when generated by friction, for examply when shuffling across a carpet or just the moltion within our clothes as we walk.  When we touch a good conductor such as metal, the excess charge drains off to a less charged body such as a stove and is often strong enough to see and feel as a spark.  If you rub a dry comb with cloth (perhaps silk) while your hands are dry, it can build up a charge strong enough to pick up bits of paper, but if you wet the comb it will not build up a charge.  If you dampen your feet or shoes or slippers, you also will likely not build up a static charge - although that would not be very practical.  You can increase the moisture in your house with a humidifier, but too much will merely coat the windows with hoarfrost.  Finding clothes less prone to static may help as well as selecting shoes with soles that rid you of the charge better.  Good luck.


I KNOW SOMEONE WHO SEEMS TO BE GOING LITERALLY INSANE. I FEEL THEIR PAIN AND IN SOME WAYS KNOW EXACTLY WHERE THEIR COMING FROM ); CAN SOMEONE PLEASE H E L P ??????????

Hi,\nThe first part of your question requires a legal answer. Only courts can rule a person to be insane. However, people who are currently using meth frequently are a danger to themselves or others. This is a powerful drug that alters the mental state of the user in addition to being highly addictive. Please seek immediate professional help for your friend. Good luck.


this would be a question YOU are asked during an interview


Many consider electricity to be the "silent servant". So why do transformers hum?

Transformer noise is caused by a phenomenon which causes a piece of magnetic sheet steel to extend itself when magnetized. When the magnetization is taken away, it goes back to its original condition. This phenomenon is scientifically referred to as magnetostriction. A transformer is magnetically excited by an alternating voltage and current so that it becomes extended and contracted twice during a full cycle of magnetization.\n\nThe magnetization of any given point on the sheet varies, so the extension and contraction is not uniform. A transformer core is made from many sheets of special steel to reduce losses and moderate the ensuing heating effect. The extensions and contractions are taking place erratically all over a sheet and each sheet is behaving erratically with respect to its neighbor, so you can see what a moving, writhing construction it is when excited. These extensions are miniscule proportionally and therefore not normally visible to the naked eye. However, they are sufficient to cause a vibration, and consequently noise. Applying voltage to a transformer produces a magnetic flux, or magnetic lines of force in the core. The degree of flux determines the amount of magnetostriction and hence, the noise level.\n\nWhy not reduce the noise in the core by reducing the amount of flux? Transformer voltages are fixed by system requirements. The ratio of these voltages to the number of turns in the winding determines the amount of magnetization. This ratio of voltage to turns is determined mainly for economical soundness. Therefore the amount of flux at the normal voltage is fixed. This also fixes the level of noise and vibration. Also, increasing (or decreasing) magnetization does not affect the magnetostriction equivalently. In technical terms the relationship is not linear.


Please also post links to UFO Photo graphs

since UFO simply means Unidentified Flying Object, anything you see zipping about in the sky that you can't identidy is a UFO... so yeah, you sorta have to believe in them.  ;)  \n\nas for creatures from another planet finding us, the possibilities of that are slim, due to the vastness of the universe.  travel at or above the speed of light is impossible, as that's when you get complete molecular and atomic disintigration.  the only way life can travel distances is if energic beings exist, or if it's in some primitive seed state, dormant inside some meteor, but that's not all that likely, especially since when simple protein molecules impact at those high speeds known to meteors, they change..  forming amino acids.  this is cool, as such can help form the building blocks of life, but i cannot imagine that such would actually spawn life, but hey, life is a product of environment, so if a species evolved to spread as such, then so be it.\n\nback to sentient beings finding us, let's say they mastered interstellar travel..  at speeds that don't cause their matter to break up, they could travel, but their ships would have to be of some sort of colony-type, so that the decendents of those who set out would be the ones that eventually "got there"...  and then our planet would be little more than a pile of resources they'd just end up taking, than some opportunity for some cool star-trekkish interstellar alliance.  ;)


I seem to remember something about a planet-x awhile ago and then never heard anything more.

Often many people get involved in discovering a "planet" as several observations are required to verify and calculate the orbit.  Exactly what a planet is is subject to debate as even Pluto is not completely accepted as one.  The debate includes the question "how big does a rock have to be for us to call it a planet as opposed to an asteroid?"  Planet X was one possibility that seemed to just fade out of the news.  "Buffy" is the nickname of the latest "unusual" object out there (see my source article).  Heheheh, yes, "Xena" came public a few days before "Buffy."  Both are among the many rocks in the Kuiper Belt, including Pluto.  NASA's launching a probe called "New Horizons" to check out Pluto and the Kuiper Belt.


My son started the year at 112, he actually weighed 108. Now he weighs 103, but is certified at 112. He wants to wrestle at 103. How can he do it? How do you get recertified.?

It really depends on the school, he should be able to work with his wrestling coach.  I'm actually surprised you didn't try that first, did the coach say anything particular about it?


Weezer.  They're a band that sings a song called "We're All On Drugs"


Some friends have suggested it would be fun but I'm not sure.

I did once just for fun. I do know one guy who met his wife that way! That may sound crazy... but people had the same impression about online dating when it first started but it works.\nIt is a fun way of meeting new people...take some friends with you. Even if you don't meet anyone amazing I am sure there will still be entertaining characters around that will amuse you :)\n\nIf you want any tips etc this here is a good article about speed dating: http://www.newagey.com/dating-love/speed-dating-tips/\n\nGood luck :)


I have windows XP 5.1. Booting from the disk I get the message "can't format this drive. Quit any disk utilities or other programs using this drive. Make sure no windows is displaying the contents" Booting from the CD and trying to reformat at the C: prompt I get the error message "Format cannot run because the volume is in use by another process. Format may run if this volume is dismounted. All opened handles to this volume would then be invalid. Would you like to force a dismount on this volume, Y/N" Choosing yes does not work...\nI have received messages that say something like kernel_data_error.\nThat's about it, also is the correct command to format a C drive at the a: prompt "Format C:" ?\nThanks for your help,\nthe computer is a Dell 4300

Assuming you have a full version windows XP disc. The first thing you should do is go into your bios and  change your boot order so the cd rom is the first to boot. With that being completed, put the disc in the cd rom and restart your system. As your system is starting up, it will tell you to push a button or it will boot as normal into windows. Once you are running from the XP disc, you can format and set your partitions before you install XP back on your system.


What are the best locations for the summer?\nWinter?

When I lived there last year I saw people kiting in the Bay itself (Bay-side of the GG Bridge), on the beaches around Pescadero (between Santa Cruz and Pacifica) and near the San Mateo Bridge.\n\nTry this site: http://www.bayareakiteboarding.com/


i have read a lot of stories about the arguement on wheter pluto 'is' or 'is not' actually a planet. are there a set of requirements that makes a planet a planet, or does any piece of rock following a regular orbit around around a star assume this title?

There is no set in stone definition of a planet, which is why there are debates re: Pluto. Your best bet is to read many definitions [1].\n\nHere is Wikipedia's take [2]: "A planet is generally considered to be a relatively large mass of accreted matter in orbit around a star that is not a star itself. "


surnames.behindthename.com\n\nI think this might still be in BETA but has a lot of information.


someone in prison wants to know about the revision 5990 in washington state, it has something to do with the half time law.

There never was half time, thats why they made a revision. It reads that for every 30 days in the Pokey you get 10 days good-time & 5 days earned time, or 15 days per month. It is not 15 days taken off your sentence, but rather 15 days added to your total time served.\nExample: For 30 days served... You get credit for 45... So when you are released, you get credit for serving your FULL sentence, even though you have only spent 2/3 of the time inside. The 5 days earned time is achieved by picking up some useless job, OR going to school while in the POKEY, the 10 days good time is just trying to stay out of trouble while there.


I have examined several different aspects of my startup business.  What forces in the external enviornment (competition, political/legal, economic, social/cultural, and technological) would you believe to have the greatest potential impact on my sucess? Why?

Depending on which industry you are in, legal and regulatory risks can have a major impact on your success or failure.  For example, with identity theft cases increasing, states are enacting new laws that force businesses to dislose information security breaches that affect customers' personal information, or else face stiff penalties.  With more companies becoming "information-based", I think this is a risk that most businesses need to understand.


In a movie I saw someone use a gun outside of a space station. Gun powder is fire, fire needs oxygen. Therefore, I thought that's not right. That's why I'm asking would a conventional gun work in a zero oxygen environment?

You have the right idea, but you actually can fire a gun in space. What causes a gun to fire is actually the sudden impulse delivered by the trigger to the gunpowder causing the gun powder to explode, transferring a lot of energy to the bullet and causing it to shoot out of the barrel of the gun. In order to trigger the explosion of the gun powder, you do need an oxidizer to initiate the chemical reaction, but most gun ammunition comes with its own oxidizer built in so therefore, the gun can fire even without oxygen.  \n\nHowever, you shouldn't believe anything physics-related you see in movies,  What's funny is those huge explosions that happen all the time win movies in space with no oxygen like in star wars and armegeddon.  That definately could not happen.  Being a physics major has ruined my appreciation for movies really, I can't watch one without picking out all of the physics mistakes--and there are a LOT, and not just in space movies.  They should employ a physicist to stand by and tell them what they screw up.  Actually, I wish they did, that would be an awesome job haha.