I have a completely opposite take - that if the first thing you're going to do with someone who isn't used to being filmed, a way to make them comfortable might be to ask them to say then spell their name for a few takes. The other answers make just as much sense.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 2:00 PM on July 18, 2008

Have your sinuses checked. Sinus Headaches can mimmick cluster headaches. Good Luck.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:16 PM on March 15, 2008

Hoosiers and Passing Glory.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 3:44 PM on March 11, 2008

To say it properly in French would require that spitty/gutteral noise that was easy to assimillate out of there.

So one, that's probably the way his family has said it for a long time, and two, it's similar to assimmilating Surnames from any other country of origin - especially things like r rolls and spitty sounds. Finally, while I don't know if he's in fact Cajun or partly so, that's a whole dialect in itself, so it's part regionalism.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 8:49 AM on March 10, 2008

From the South here. I have a Chow, and I live in a mostly Black neighborhood. In my local experience, and from talking to Black friends, dogs are more likely to be outside dogs in Black families and inside dogs in White families. And yes, that could be economics, not race - but I've had a conversation with a Black man that it's a status thing - animals live in the yard, not the house - we're People, not caged - animals live outside - that kind of sentiment.

Yes, most... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 5:02 PM on February 25, 2008

I'm White, for the record.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 5:03 PM on February 25, 2008

Honestly, sass, it is something I always did, and while I still do it, but not as a primary source of income, it strikes me as another not entirely functional thing I do. That does not mean I think your urge to perform is dysfunctional, but yes, I do, I think you are born into it, or not.

Go for it, do whatever you want to do, but do it because you enjoy it. If you enjoy it. There is no way to tell that untill you try, so try. But please understand it's not going to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 7:08 PM on February 24, 2008

I third the going to 150 for now. I loved Wellbutrin's side effects. Surpressed appetite and increased libido.

I never did quit smoking though.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 11:19 AM on February 19, 2008

Very much thanks, people. It was not the check engine light, but another type of light, a diagnostic thingum. . . I did a gas treatment product and the knocking and the warning light has gone away. If it comes back, I'll take it in.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:09 PM on February 18, 2008

Jaws
Go
The Shining

If you're a woman, Sense and Sensibility and The Piano and On Golden Pond and Lost In Translation

Stand By Me
Bringing Up Baby
Strictly Ballroom
28 Days Later
Apocalypse Now
Run Lola Run
Christopher Guest Movie of Your Choice
Monty Python Movie of Your Choice
Annie Hall
Donnie... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 4:58 AM on January 27, 2008

I believe the red flag sign is the wheezing and rasping through the nose, but given the FIV+ aspect, placing at least a call to the vet is a good idea.

You can also make a sauna out of the bathroom by bringing the cat in the room and shutting the door while you shower.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:47 AM on December 18, 2007

Thirding the fact that this is an insurance liablility claim that should be filed. Once the insurance company gets involved, they will most likely pay the claim, based on the details presented. Should B quibble about the settlement and actually sue? It sounds like he doesn't want to, his family does, so I'd say no. Also, the insurance company could go after their pay out from the garage door people, if it was defective. Will A's insurance rates go up in the future? Yes. Will they go down... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 11:46 AM on November 27, 2007

(US Centric answer above.)
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 11:47 AM on November 27, 2007

A Mule For Sister Sarah (John Wayne)
Hildago (kinda, if you expand the definition of a Western)
Desperado, with Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 8:17 AM on November 15, 2007

This only happens when I haven't been drinking - is it possible that it's a symptom of alcohol withdrawl? Or do you not drink very often?
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 1:07 PM on November 12, 2007

In my experience, with your health and posture, I'd say no. I found it very very low key, and focused on very small movements which drove me crazy. In fact, someone fell asleep in class once and was told that "that's when really deep learning occurrs." It's not aerobic or strength training, and for posture, I'd take Alexander or Pilates any day. Then again, as previously stated, people have different reactions. It's like Alexander on a Tai Chi mentality. Sloooooow.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 11:12 AM on November 8, 2007 marked best answer

Vet visit. My dog just tore her ACL and get's her final evaluation tomorrow before we decide on surgery options. (Any advice welcome from those who have been through that, actually.) It may not be the ACL, but it sounds like something that could be diagnosed if it's gone on for two days.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:24 PM on November 7, 2007

Actuaries are highly intellegent wonks. Joke: What's the difference between an accountant and an actuary? An accountant will look at YOUR shoes when they talk to you. No to the big city thing. No to the office politic thing. Any insurance company has an actuary. Could be in house or by hire. Size of company dictates travel/stress.

#2 - maybe.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:58 PM on August 2, 2007

This sounds much like my world. Remember that his energy and drive is probably what drew you to him in the first place - and your stress avoidance drew him to you. Then, choose your battles. My opinion is that the throwing things and tantrums, if done in your presence, is abusive, because you probably feel the threat of violence. When this has happened to me, I have made it clear the next day that it is not acceptable in no uncertain terms. How often can you live with those types of... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:46 AM on June 21, 2007

Yes, call your local animal shelter or vet's office and see if they are currently accepting pillows and or bedding.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:40 AM on May 2, 2007

Workers Comp has to arise in the course of your employment (which could be argued), and it has to be caused by a one time event/accident. I'd say no.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 9:32 AM on May 2, 2007

Incubus.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:43 PM on March 12, 2007

VCU almum take pride in their experience, as a rule, and the school has had a good recent growth spurt. It's heavy with arts programs, so your bf could meet musicians that way. I can't comment specifically about the psychology program.

The music scene is homey, but that means opportunity for new people, not a closed loop.

Here is another resource for music listings. Go to the calendar section.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:31 PM on February 20, 2007

Oh, and GWAR. Not acoustic, but still should be mentioned.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:37 PM on February 20, 2007

Oh, plus Fighting Gravity, formerly Boy-Oh-Boy.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:09 PM on February 21, 2007

Visuals. Pictures or designs. Failing that, notebooks with visual components, followed by reviews.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:08 PM on February 16, 2007

No matter what the portfolio looks like, go in to the interview confident to the point of arrogance.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:33 PM on February 16, 2007

Mistaken Identity. The deputy mis-read the first digit of the house number. I carry large amount of natural guilt and anxiety, and healthy skepticism of The System, so I was really sweating. That's a good link, wfrgms, thanks. Thanks for all the answers, it helped me through the day.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:53 PM on February 7, 2007

Play "Hamletmachine" if you know "Hamlet" very well.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 4:44 PM on November 24, 2006

Medical care can be a short (3 - 4 day) hospital detox. Many people don't know this, and assume a 30 day residential program is the only type of option. Insurance may pay its share for a detox. Positive - They can safely sedate you. Negative - They will twelve-step you, you will not have a private room, you will be strip searched. But it's over in a few days, and you can go forth and try your hand at staying sober after that with no obligations (only recommendations) for follow up care or 12... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:55 AM on July 26, 2006

Long shot: Klezmer?
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 9:20 AM on July 3, 2006

Why was the mother put down and did the mother care for this litter? The first 6-8 weeks of a dog's life are spent learning their place in the litter, and what behavior the mother will tolerate and what she won't.

If the mother was with the litter, then got hurt and had to be put down, the puppy is probably ok. If the mother was not able to properly care for the puppies or was put down for aggression, I'd be cautious, although it breaks my heart to say so.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 11:33 AM on June 6, 2006

I would recommend Alexander over Feldenkrais, but it would have to do with your temperament and most of all, the instructor. I remember some wacky Feldenkrais stuff, like, if you fall asleep in a session, that means deep learning is happening. My take on Feldenkrais was : Hit one side of your head ten times. Instructor says "how do you feel?" You say "unbalanced." Hit the other side of your head. "How do you feel?" "Balanced." But, she may have... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 9:03 AM on June 6, 2006

Congratulations! If it has a cartoon feel, don't be nervous, anything goes, especially if you have other actors in the studio with you, it's just like rehearsal or a reading.

Start off positioning the mic at your chin. They'll tell you if you are too close or to far, and they may or may not tell you to back off your SSSS sounds or your PPP sounds.

Seriously, relax, the engineers will tell you what to do. Have fun.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 6:41 AM on June 5, 2006

Are you trying to express the conflict of extremes/dual nature of humanity with the tattoo? Or thinking of doing one on one arm and one on another?

If you want a larger sized, wilder, modern looking tattoo, you could look into the bacchae tearing an animal apart - sort of an orgy scene.

To really read Apollo you'd almost have to to the whole chariot with a sun thing.

In terms of small symbols, I think of a bunch of grapes and an arrow.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:10 PM on May 12, 2006

Do you have/can you accumulate leave time? I would think if you gave notice, you'd only have to work 20 days (four weeks, it wouldn't be thirty work days, right?) minus any leave time you have to your credit. I'm just being crafty, I really don't know.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:20 AM on May 5, 2006

I very seriously doubt (and the doubt comes from state statute variation), that you would have any kind of workers' compensation exposure in this case. You are writing a check, not putting people on a payroll. If you verbally direct or work with the painters, a slim case could be made that they were not independent contractors, but under your control. So stay out of their way as much as possible when they are working.

To minimize liability issues, have them use... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 5:22 AM on May 4, 2006

You should carry water/sewer backup insurance on your homeowners policy. I'd suggest finding and reading over that, then reading the water company's info, then calling the homeowners people for advice to make sure you are covered. You definitely need some kind of insurance in this area, but I've never heard of it handled through a water company, it sounds funny to me. Consult your insurance professional.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 7:00 AM on May 2, 2006 marked best answer

You shouldn't make small claims against your homeowners policy, but thousands of dollars, plus the headaches - that's what it's for. There is no claim at this point. He is interested in insuring against future damages and losses. A major sewer back up can make your house unlivable and unsellable, and nobody is going to be responsible for your losses except you, or your insurance company.

You could also consult your local government board and ask about this, if they... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 7:40 AM on May 2, 2006

So, if whatever causes damage to your home origniates in the lateral lines, homeowners covers your home, but not the cost of repairing the lines? I can see that. If that's the case, then the offer makes more sense. I think it's a little pricey, though. If you go 10 1/2 years without an incident, which is more likely than not, you'd be out $1,500 assuming no increase in premium. I still say call your insurance people, if they were smart, they'd quote you the same coverage as an extention to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 8:03 AM on May 2, 2006

Both my parents were older: Mom, 43, Dad 49, and I have a "normal age" set of siblings. . .fifteen years older than me. I don't think it's the age gap itself, as much as the generation gap issues. If the person has old fashioned values and doesn't keep up with technology, as my parents did not, there will be some discomfort between your young child and his or her peers. Of course, you could have the old fashioned dad and the younger, hipster mom. It's more of an attitude than a... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 9:20 AM on April 27, 2006

I think they want you to notice in case there is something wrong with them - maybe the gacking is unpleasant for them and they want to make sure you check it out.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:55 AM on April 5, 2006

I like the lidded box. Don't have to see it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 1:13 PM on March 28, 2006

Don't have time to back up my statistics, but in eligible movies in any given year, there are at least three times as many roles for men as for women. (Will keep looking for statistics to link)
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 8:19 AM on March 17, 2006

Paul Newman, Clint Eastwood.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 9:41 AM on March 2, 2006

Ben Kingsley is 63, not bad, not bad. .
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:27 AM on March 2, 2006

My Mayor Douglas Wilder is 75.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 10:34 AM on March 2, 2006

Upon further review, it appears the child-like view dydecker suggested may be it. I just read "The Ninth Life of Louis Drax" by Liz Jensen, which was written in English, although she has lived in France, where the novel was set. It was also used in "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime" - also a child narrator, also British writer. I was also thinking of Houellebecq, but his translated books also used fuck and all manner of expressions.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 12:15 PM on February 16, 2006

From a totally different perspective, next time you are feeling the desire to cry and a need for release, consciously relax your body. Lay down. Let the stress leave. Then open your mouth, and put all five figers of a hand in your mouth, simulating a yawn. Breathe and think. Adding sad music might help. Maybe start to moan a little. Drool on your hand. See what happens.

I'm not making fun, seriously, I'm an actor, and that's how I get tears going. Once it... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 5:41 AM on February 14, 2006

Oh, I'm thinking of Echolalia. Maybe that's what she meant. Maybe she even purposely misspelled it to make it more like echolalia. Now, apparently, I am spelling echolalia wrong, and I've tried three different ways. Sorry.
posted to Ask Metafilter by rainbaby at 5:35 AM on December 7, 2005