I'll try not to repeat anything anyone else has said thus far...

The Observer is worth picking up weekly (or reading online weekly), but definitely plug DC-9 at Night, their music blog, into your feed-reader of choice if you're a music fan. Also worth checking regularly/feeding are the Pegasus News Music Blog (formerly TexasGigs.com), and Life Outside the Bubble - which is posted by Cindy Chaffin, the founder of TexasGigs.com.

Do yourself a... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 1:05 PM on September 4, 2008 marked best answer

Can I ask why you would need to solve it algebraically? It seems like a pretty simple logic puzzle. If you needed to show work, I guess you could use a pretty basic matrix.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 12:56 PM on August 25, 2008

1) Crazy-talented guitarist/musician

How crazy-talented is he? If he's *that* good, then he could find work as a studio-musician or stand-in player in most major cities. It's no the end-all be-all, but it may help make ends meet. I've never known a musician that cared too much about their band-mates' past (unless they wound up sketching out on a gig).
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 12:32 PM on August 21, 2008

If you don't find a suitable answer here, it may be worth e-mailing the kind folks at BadRap. They're SF-based, but probably the most prominent Pit Bull specific rescue group in the country. They may have some advice and/or contacts for you.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:11 AM on August 19, 2008

Okay, with a little bit of research, some others you may want to try -- both the Brooklyn Animal Foster Network and Sean Casey Animal Rescue are Pit Bull friendly (as they have Pit Bulls up for adoption on PetFinder.

Here's a search on PetFinder for Pit Bulls available in Brooklyn/NYC, which is where I found those two agencies. Digging through the rest of those search results may lead you to other PB-friendly agencies to contact.

Disclosure --... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:27 AM on August 19, 2008

Aww, that's great news Evangeline. Kudos to you and your friend.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:34 AM on August 20, 2008

Fan-Tas-Tic. Epic day on AskMe.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 1:07 PM on August 13, 2008

I just came in to say what Daddy-O did. If the coasters are going to be such an issue that you can't put them away for a while and your wife can't handle them, I would think any grandparent would love them to death and they'll no longer be the tell-tale heart in your house that you seem to think they are. Granted, you'll likely find something else representative of the issues you and your family have to represent the issues that you're going through, and I can't offer you much advice on that,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 4:21 PM on August 11, 2008

*uh, not with, wish. Take care of yourself and your daughter, and best of luck with said wife.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 4:22 PM on August 11, 2008

Avail - Live at the Bottom of the Hill in San Francisco. I just fell in love with this album for the 6th or 7th time last week. Sure, it's kind of personal, but god*damn* it makes me want to do something good. I'm sure you can find it used for like $6 somewhere in Portland.

And go see 'em live, if you get the chance. It's that good.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 12:35 PM on August 5, 2008

No offense, KT, but I think your priorities may be a bit misplaced. Don't focus so much on which MA you're going to enroll your kid in, focus more on finding an instructor that has experience and is really good with small children. You should be able to sit and watch a class pretty easily at any studio and see how the instructor interacts with children that young.

I say this as a guy that took Tae Kwon Do from age 8-ish to 14-ish or so. Did the fact that is was TKD... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 4:54 PM on August 1, 2008

My son has been talking about this for a year and I kept thinking he was too young plus we're not big into organized classes at this age but he is insistent at this point and so I was trying to find a place he'd be happy. When I opened up the phone book I just didn't know where to start since I am completely unfamiliar with this subject and there seem to be so many options.

Well, honestly, six does seem a bit young to me. The TKD studio I attended for... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 5:40 PM on August 1, 2008

Have you replaced your alternator since you bought the car? That's what it sounds like to me.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 12:01 PM on July 29, 2008

Oh dear. Don't make me rant. I refuse to rant.

I'll second what many of the above have said, but I won't get into particulars. However:

If you like the Swinging Utters (and I'm kind of hit and miss on them) definitely check out the Street Dogs. Their lead singer is Mike McColgan, who was the original lead singer of the Dropkick Murphys. From what I've read, I was actually at the final show he played with DM (they played after the Lower... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 5:12 PM on July 24, 2008

Is there a permit posted on the construction site? Here in Dallas, it must be posted and provide the information for legal construction hours, along with a phone number (which is probably just 311, but I can't guarantee that off the top of my head) to report violations.

However, I *think* that in Dallas the legal starting time is 7AM on weekdays. Yes, it's annoying.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:12 AM on July 21, 2008

I can't say I know much about their finances, or if they're pulling profit/donating all proceeds to charity or what, but we've got two monthlies (at least, I think they're monthlies) here in the DFW metroplex that sound like similar beasts to what you're thinking of.

They're both available all over the city, at nearly every pet store, vet office, groomer, DIY groomer, etc. I'll flip through them occasionally, but I can't say I make a concerted effort to seek out either... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 1:20 PM on July 18, 2008

I don't have any specific leads for you, but my best guess is to find a local billiards supply company and give them a call. Looks like there are several, mostly in either Highland Park or Addison.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:54 AM on July 17, 2008

This is completely anecdotal, but I distinctly remember flipping around my car radio in late 2001 and hearing the local (Tulsa, OK at the time) "alternative" rock station play Soundgarden's "Rusty Cage". The DJ introduced it as a "Flannel Flashback". I briefly considering driving headfirst into a telephone pole, but thought better of it.

Anyhow, that's roughly the time I realized that the music of my late-middle school and early-high... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:55 PM on July 6, 2008

Thanks all. From what I gleaned here and a conversation I had with my father tonight, I think we at least have somewhat of a grasp as to how to handle the issue.

As far as the leakage goes, I'm sorry if I (or frankly, the SO, who typed up the majority of the initial question) didn't clarify, but the condensation line actually runs out of the front of the house from a PVC pipe that hangs off of the front awning. The Central Unit itself is in the backyard. They're... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 10:00 PM on June 30, 2008

Thank you so much for asking this. I'm having the *exact* same problem, but I've been way to damn busy to see what's going on under my hood. I figured I probably need a belt-replacement, but I'll force myself to wake up 15 minutes earlier tomorrow and check the recommendations within. If a simple leaf or whatever is all it is, I'll kick myself.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:57 PM on June 30, 2008

Well, I'll be damned, Boomerang it is, I reckon. Thanks, AskMeFolks.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 3:21 PM on June 24, 2008

Yeah, take her. She's at that perfect age where these massive tours that you deal with huge crowds, overpriced stuff, and massive heat are actually enjoyable. Before you know it, she'll be a cranky ass like me that can't be bothered.

Also, make her sit through the Bouncing Souls and Street Dogs sets.
/cranky bastard.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 11:20 AM on June 11, 2008

I agree wholeheartedly with mudpuppie. It sounds like your problem is not with the dog (who, frankly, sounds like a well-adjusted and sweet kiddo) or your infant.

However, your husband seems to have some serious issues as to what a dog can/could/should be. It's the 21st bloody Century. Both dogs and us humans have evolved enough to change how we interact with each other, no? Do both of you all a favor, and buy Jean Donaldson's Culture Clash. Read it together, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:54 PM on June 4, 2008

Your number one question is how well do you know these people and how well do you know the dog?

Many moons ago, in a previous career life, I offered to do a similar service for a friend of a co-worker. I was shortly out of college, had experience with dogs, but only those that my parents had raised with me, and they had recently moved to Dallas and had a place much closer to my job. I thought it was win-win-win.

Not so much.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 4:50 PM on June 2, 2008

Ah, crap. Sorry, I had Seattle in my head from reading through previous answers.

I don't know how bonding/insurance works in Canada, much less the pet liability laws, but you'd be somewhat wise to look into them.

A few afterthoughts: If they're cutting you new keys, test them first to ensure they work. There's not a worse nightmare than showing up and having a key not work. Also, ensure you know how the doors work (inside locks, deadbolts,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 5:08 PM on June 2, 2008

Nth-ing the paprika, but add some Cumin if you can find it. I've been marinating everything I've grilled or cooked in the stuff (heavily coated) for the past few weeks, and I'm still not sick of it. Makes great tacos, chicken to put on salad, etc.

Alternatively: as it happens, your sister and I are off to New Braunfels this weekend to float the river. If you'd like, we'd be more than happy to run by Stubb's or Rudy's to snag some dry-rub or wet sauce (depending on... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 12:19 PM on May 28, 2008 marked best answer

I asked a somewhat-similar question (albeit with different parameters) and was very happy with the results. I've no idea about the compatibility of the Olympus with Linux, though.

Nothing will trump going and fooling around with the models you're considering, though. I got a lot of great recommendations, but actually holding them made the difference.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 9:21 AM on May 22, 2008

You may get a hint if you ever have to give her a shave/summer cut. I know a dog that, upon meeting him, is quite obviously a Chow-mix, but until he gets his summer-do and you can see his distinctively shaped skull, the Bull-Terrier in him is all but blind to the naked eye.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:46 AM on April 21, 2008

I assume (and maybe wrongly, but I'm willing to bet dollars to donuts on this one) that you don't live on some abandoned road in the middle of nowhere and your house is the only one facing his, and vice-versa.

Have you talked to any of your neighbors about this? Pure speculation on my part, but I'm guessing that people offended by wang-waggling are going to have numbers over those that prefer to waggle their naughty bits in public.

That, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:18 PM on April 16, 2008

Can you convince him to get a job? I had quite a few friends that were serious stoners in High School, and while working restaurant jobs didn't get them to quit entirely, it abated their high time significantly.

This was back in the BBS/early IRC days of the internet, and it did help.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 9:23 PM on April 14, 2008

I was in the *exact* same situation a few years back, except I was Bill. I had no problem with my buddy and his girlfriend crashing at my place for the weekend.

Then again, I hate weddings.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:30 AM on April 7, 2008

I will add, though, that I was invited (and went with) to the post-rehearsal dinner party the night before the wedding, so I got to see the casual acquaintance-groom and wish him and his betrothed well and party with them for a little bit, which was nice. It would've softened the blow had my feelings been hurt.

But hey, all the fun, no ceremony. Win-win!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:38 AM on April 7, 2008

Simple answer: Look at Oligopolies.

Somewhat longer answer to this question: Wouldn't it hurt their business to gouge prices excessively when costs are already up from other factors?

Only if a significant number of consumers had a reasonable alternative. The vast majority of their market doesn't, therefore they can gouge all they want.

It's a total pain in the ass, but it could be worse. Sadly, I... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 5:55 PM on April 1, 2008

Wow. I was all with you until I hit this, dawdle:

- pre shred some cheese, bring jalapenos, bring some aluminm foil and some nachos, figre out the rest.

And I'll be damned if I have a clue as to what you're hinting at.

Then again, I typically just bring some high-dosage sleeping pills (OTC, natch) and a fistful of fives for liquor and try to knock myself out as best I can on long flights.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 11:20 PM on March 26, 2008

I'm neither a bra-wearer nor a guy that's into guys, but I'd totally turn for the rotting, choking on his own vomit corpse of Jimi Hendrix.

It's all somewhat self-serving, though. It's more that he makes me resent so damn much that I'm whiter than Wonder Bread and have the musical acumen of pretzels.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 10:49 PM on March 25, 2008

I haven't tried it (yet...I will, soon, I swear, it's only been like 9 months or so since I had the link sent to me), but this seems like a good workaround, assuming your point is to use the Nike+ system.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 3:21 PM on March 24, 2008

Mr. Lif - Live From the Plantation.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:27 AM on March 20, 2008

Joseph Conrad? (more)
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 11:30 AM on March 17, 2008

How much should i charge? Does that depend on the region of the country (i have heard it might; i am in Arizona suburbs)?

Sure. Search the PSI database to find established pet-sitters in your area and you should be able to click through to some websites of other businesses around there. Most of them will have rates on their websites, which will give you a ball-park figure of the various services they offer and what they charge.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 3:50 PM on March 5, 2008

Donations are definitely a good way to go. Our local SPCA has a memorial brick walkway leading up to it's doors that you can purchase a lasting tribute on. Maybe a donation to the Colorado Pug Rescue?

Last time I had to deal with this (and mercifully, it's been almost six and a half years), I kind of treated it like a bad breakup. That night, I hung out with a friend and drank. After that, I just kind of had to distract myself for a week or two until the feelings... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 3:46 PM on February 27, 2008

Why do some restaruants resist issuing separate checks for large groups?

Because it's a horrible fucking pain in the ass for little recompense.

Have you ever worked in a busy restaurant? Running 8 or 12 credit cards and ensuring that every single bill is correct can take upwards of twenty or so minutes, meaning you're neglecting all of your other (10 or so) tables, therefore pissing off the rest of your prime time and f'ing... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 4:55 PM on February 25, 2008

An insanely simple recipe I pinched off an ex, who happened to be Central American, as posted to Flickr. Even though all my friends here in TX eat at (very good) Mexican restaurants all the time, they rave about my version. As always, it'll only be as good as your ingredients, but it can be made in under five minutes. It does taste better (and spicier) after a night in the fridge, though.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 2:59 PM on February 25, 2008

Would that be Pendejo?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 7:52 AM on February 25, 2008 marked best answer

It's always sounded to me like a dismissive term, but not directed at sexuality. More 'useless asshole' than 'fag'.

I'm not a native speaker, but I've spent my fair time around them, and yes, in my experience, your assumption is correct. To use a more modern equivalent, I tend to think of pendejo as a direct translation of fuckwit.

For the homophobic insult, the word you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:41 AM on February 25, 2008

He might could totally bring down the house with the acoustic version of Outkast's Hey Ya, as seen here on YouTube. It's impressive as hell without the need for a ton of vocal range. Finding tabs is probably tough, but if he's got a Capo and an ear for figuring it out, I bet he could pull it off.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:10 PM on February 22, 2008 marked best answer

I've bit overtly hit up twice for (presumably) one-nighters. Both times were while we were hanging out in large groups and (yup) drinking was involved, and both times were by girls I knew well-enough, but not well-enough to know, say, where they worked or what their last names were. One girl just came up and told me that she'd enjoy coming home with me that night. The other sent a message through a mutual friend, although I assume he used his own wording, because it the way he put it was... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 11:10 AM on February 4, 2008

As Ufez Jones indicates, everyone wants to feel carried away by the moment.

WTF? How the hell did you draw that conclusion?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 9:33 PM on February 4, 2008

I'm a fan of Strange Reaction. Mostly older 80's American hardcore, but they mix it up a little bit.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 8:36 AM on December 19, 2007

Similar to one that's already been posted, but the always popular:

Thanks for letting me sign your crack!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 6:46 PM on December 13, 2007

Knee jerk reaction: cultural. It is what it is.

Personal reaction: no way I could grill up fajitas from this.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ufez Jones at 5:10 PM on December 5, 2007