Before you get in a cashier's line, check to see if their light is off. If it is, they are probably trying to take a bathroom break or it's the end of their shift and time for them to go home. The store I worked at required us to take customers if they got in our line, even though the light was off, which often led to the squirmy, have-to-pee dance after multiple customers kept getting in the closed line.

The exception to this is if a cashier with a light off waves... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 2:20 AM on June 21, 2008

Okay, at the risk of outing myself as a total dork...

I too was looking for a similar solution, and got really frustrated that there weren't any free meal planning options out there, so I created my own.

It's an excel spreadsheet. This is what it does:

Allows you to plan two weeks worth of meals
Allows you to enter ingredients for the specific meals
Pulls the ingredients into a shopping list and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:19 AM on June 13, 2008

I loved my Religion 101 class, as well as my Pop Culture class (though the Pop Culture class was more challenging than I expected.) Neither of these was required or beneficial for my major, but I feel like they contributed to my becoming a more well-rounded, informed person (which absolutely should be part of your college experience.)

Religion was a surprise for me, as a rebellious Baptist, I didn't think I would want to have anything to do with it, but it was so... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 3:28 AM on April 26, 2008

Sorry, knew I was forgetting something! Budget: around $50, give or take.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 12:44 PM on April 21, 2008

Thanks guys! Decided on a framed photo of the winning horse from his birth year (1958) and a nice bottle of Kentucky Bourbon. Awesome ideas!
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:58 PM on April 21, 2008

We had an English Bull dog named Sir Beauregard, but we called him Bo. We also had a Winston :)
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 8:22 AM on April 20, 2008

Pasting my response from a previous thread. (some of it won't help with tomorrow's interview, but still could be helpful in the future.)

I was a terrible interviewer straight out of college. I recommend going to as many throw-away interviews as possible, to get in some practice. The more I did this, the more comfortable I got in the interview environment, plus when I finally did get to an interview for a job I actually really wanted, my answers came naturally, because I... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 11:23 AM on April 3, 2008

I have no idea about the pea soup, but this recipe for butternut squash soup is one of my all-time favorites. Every single person I have served this to has wanted the recipe.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:30 PM on March 31, 2008

My first thought was Damask as well. link
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:11 AM on March 1, 2008

I used to work at a grocery store and often worked the self checkout. At our store, the customer would hit a button that said produce, which would make our screen flash, notifying us.

There were video cameras over each station's scale, and a monitor at our workstation showed the video from all of the stations. So once my screen started flashing, I could look at the monitor to see what kind of produce it was, and punch in the code.

From the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 11:58 AM on February 17, 2008

You pretty much just described my job. You're not my boss, are you? :P

My title is Marketing Associate.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 11:14 AM on February 1, 2008

My quest for awesome nail polished ended at OPI. If they ever discontinue, I'm in trouble, because I tried dozens of others and wasn't satisfied.

I love OPI nail polish. It is the highest quality I have found, and it lasts forever! Best of all, it dries quickly. It looks like they have a silver color in their holiday collection.

You'd probably have to go to a salon to buy it, but I think they have a list on their site of stores that sell it.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 11:34 AM on January 3, 2008

Chiming in to say that Donald in Mathmagic Land was my first thought, too.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 12:16 PM on December 27, 2007

I don't have any suggestions (other than the top of the dresser, which is what I do) but I just want to chime in that I am SO glad other people do this! My neat freak husband is convinced that this is a really weird habit of mine...
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 12:35 PM on December 17, 2007

Was the first set the Tales of Magic series by Edward Eager? I LOVED these books when I was a kid, and your post reminded me of them....
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 10:09 AM on December 14, 2007

Bummer. Thanks for trying, guys. Gungho, tell them if they ever decide to create one, they'd have at least one customer :)
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:37 AM on December 13, 2007

Thanks to all of you for the comments. You've given me the little push I needed.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:03 PM on July 18, 2007

I was a terrible interviewer straight out of college. I recommend going to as many throw-away interviews as possible, to get in some practice. The more I did this, the more comfortable I got in the interview environment, plus when I finally did get to an interview for a job I actually really wanted, my answers came naturally, because I was so used to going through the routine.

During the whole process, I was getting pretty discouraged, however, and my stepdad gave me... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:44 AM on March 18, 2007 marked best answer

I should mention that the 48 days book is written with Christian guidelines, but not overly so. It gives a lot of helpful advice while not bashing you over the head with preaching.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:55 AM on March 18, 2007

I was in my second year of college before I found my best study method. I often fell asleep or got bored when simply reading over texts or study guides.I had to make it a game so I could stay interested.

Usually I would make flash cards from the text or my notes. Get a pack of index cards. Write the question on one side, the answer on the other side. Write every question that could possibly be on the test.

Start at the top and go through... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 12:18 PM on November 12, 2006

Because they bring us makeup and shoes?
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 2:29 PM on November 9, 2006

That's it! Thanks, I thought I might have the details mixed up.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 7:01 AM on October 27, 2006

From my personal experience, and from discussions with friends in the retail industry--being told to "Smile, it's not that bad." OMG hate.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:06 PM on October 26, 2006

I do appreciate all of the comments, however, I was looking for a more specific answer regarding which breeds have temperments that would best co-exist with my dog--not whether I should adopt from a pound or buy from a breeder.

I realize this is a sensitive subject for animal lovers, and I am definitely considering adopting--I just didn't ask to be convinced to do so. My question was basically: which types of dogs are generally quiet, calm, and non-aggressive. Sorry... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 1:46 PM on October 1, 2006

I was recently on a Carnival Cruise. The wireless internet is definitely not free. It cost us $12 to send a single email!
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 12:57 PM on September 15, 2006

Oh, and I'm in Memphis, TN, if that makes a difference--not planning on relocating anytime soon.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:14 AM on September 15, 2006

So you want a degree program that doesn't take a few years? I'm not sure that's remotely realistic.

Actually, I said several years, and by that I meant more than 4. 2-4 years is what I was expecting.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 7:56 AM on September 15, 2006

Laser tag?
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:40 AM on July 28, 2006

thanks all,

I knew I was probably being a hypochondriac about this, but I feel better having been reassured.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:19 AM on July 1, 2006

My mom ALWAYS answered that statement with, "Well I'm sure I have SOMETHING you can clean." I always found some way to entertain myself.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:35 AM on June 29, 2006

Tossing in my vote for preferred smell = clean. Shower regularly and if you must use a spray of some kind, find one that is light and smells like soap.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 7:59 PM on June 22, 2006

I got my girls really cute totes at Borders ($12) and the Bridal Party collection from Philosophy (link.)

Still looking for other little goodies to add to it--definitely getting them necklaces, don't know about what else.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:10 AM on June 13, 2006

A little late to the party, but...I could not put down the Poisonwood Bible, by Barbara Kingsolver. It is (in my opinion) really well-written, and has the perfect blend of drama and humor.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:07 AM on May 27, 2006

Probably not the route most would go, but this happened to my 70-year-old grandmother a couple of years ago, and she bashed the thing to death with a garbage can and desposed of it herself. Times like that make me wonder if we are even related, as I would have run screaming out of the house and never returned!
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 7:05 PM on May 22, 2006

I purchased a new Civic sedan in March, and I LOVE this car. It is much roomier than past Civics (my step-dad, 6'4" sits comfortably in it, while he had to hunch over in my beloved 93 hatchback.) I've been averaging 31mpg in city traffic.

The interior is very cool--of course, I was excited to have power anything, as the newest car I had before this was the aforementioned hatchback.

The digital speedometer is the first thing everyone... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:44 AM on May 21, 2006

I know I've read somewhere that unnamed streets are referred to as "paper streets," but I have tried to find some kind of confirmation of this and my googling has not turned up anything.

Maybe someone else can confirm that I'm not completely crazy and making this up?
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:59 AM on March 23, 2006

I don't have an answer, but the version a friend tried on me was,

"Wanna get a pizza and fuck?"
"No."
"You don't like pizza?"
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:14 AM on March 7, 2006

We've ruled out food poisoning because we actually did eat the same things (both lunch & dinner) and no one else got sick.

Also, several people at his work have been passing this "bug" around.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 1:48 PM on January 3, 2006

Well, I suppose I dodged that bullet. I drank a lot (a LOT) of water, and though at one point I did feel a little queasy, it most likely was all in my head (or due to all that water floating around, heh.)

I am going to look into the Airborne stuff for future reference, though. Thanks!
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 1:03 PM on January 6, 2006

Thanks for the comments. I already have the mugs, so I don't really want to buy a kit. I have searched for pebeo and other porcelain paints but haven't turned up anything. I should have mentioned that I really don't want to do an internet purchase, as it may not get here in time.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 6:09 AM on December 16, 2005

If you crave a bath for its relaxing qualities, try getting a shampoo or body wash with mint or lavender (or anything with a nice smell, really--Philosophy has some sweet ones) and use really hot water. Here's a link to Bath & Body Works' aromatherapy section. The steam will create a little aromatherapy box. That is what got me through three years of dorm community showers. :-)... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:21 AM on December 15, 2005

St. Jude Children's Hospital gives tours to the general public. It's a moving experience.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 10:48 PM on November 15, 2005

Oh, and stay away from Whitehaven, for sure.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 10:48 PM on November 15, 2005

Last one, I swear. Go eat at the Arcade diner downtown. It's the oldest restaurant in the city and several movies have been filmed there, including some scenes from Elizabethtown. The food is great, too.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 10:50 PM on November 15, 2005

We are going to have live musicians. I just wanted to listen to recordings to get an idea of what would sound good, and to kind of plan out what we would want.

Would I be better off finding my musicians first, and then asking them what they can play? I am not a musician, and I've never hired one before either, so I don't really know how to go about it. :-)
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 5:24 PM on October 24, 2005

No punch recipes, here, just wanted to add my props to the bride for not wanting games. My familly thinks there is something wrong with me for hating shower games. I swear to god if I see one more toilet paper dress contest I will scream!

A compromise--and it doesn't require anyone to unwillingly participate in lame games--is to write down the comments that the bride to be makes as she opens the gifts, then read them back as a list of things she might say on the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 3:49 PM on September 30, 2005

Oops, someone beat me too it :-)
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 3:50 PM on September 30, 2005

Not to scare you, but your situation sounds almost identical to mine. A drug and/or alcohol problem may be to blame.

About a year ago, my normally outgoing and smart brother (19) dropped out of his first semester of college, and told us he was moving in with a friend and was going to work for a semester. He was very distant with family and did come around unless my parents begged him to come over. He was also always broke.

About 2 months after... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 8:35 AM on September 17, 2005

At our house, around Christmastime, we always make our own batch of "apple cider," which involves warming up a pot of apple juice on the stove, and pouring in a bag of red hots. It makes for a nice, spicy drink, although I guess it's not technically cider, if we're going by the above def. Good though! And easy!
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 7:42 AM on September 12, 2005

-harlequin-, if I went the route of a neat and tidy minimalist design, would you recommend something similar to this? (Was linked to in an earlier askme)

I guess my main thing is I don't want it to look like I went straight to the career center at school, typed it into a template & and poof, here is my canned resume.

I'm glad most of you disagreed with my weird profs. My opinion was that it probably worked for a few people, when it hadn't... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by saucy at 4:33 AM on September 9, 2005