@PeterMcDermott: This is true but it's also a huge marketplace of terrible knock-offs. Tried going that route in the past and got burned.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:04 AM on June 27, 2007

Good to know about IMDB.

I just printed Google Maps directions to a friend's new apartment for tomorrow noticed the directions say, "Map data (c) 2006 NAVTEQ(tm)"

Still curious about Pandora and the rest of the music sites. I know a lot of that data is user submitted as well...

@hades: That's also good to know what I would be up against if I ever did try to get something going as well. I don't have any definite... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 4:25 PM on December 18, 2006

Thanks to all for these responses. Curiosity satisfied. :D
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:49 AM on December 19, 2006

Entrees on Trays (http://www.entreesontrays.com/) is a business here in the Fort Worth, TX area that does exactly what you are looking to do. Take a look at the website. I know a guy that works there, so perhaps if you are interested in an inside view of the operations, I could hook you to up over email or something.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 10:17 AM on October 21, 2006

Should have included this in the question, but I have searched HotScripts et al but I wasn't sure which scripts were reliable.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:02 PM on October 9, 2006

Ecto, for sure.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:02 PM on October 5, 2006

Relient K - High of 75
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:43 PM on October 1, 2006

I also was thinking this sounds like the master cylinder or power break booster. IANAM, but that's where I would start.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 10:54 PM on September 26, 2006

This also sounds like a cross between Identity and The Life of David Gale, although neither of those was in graphic form.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:17 PM on September 18, 2006

Thanks for all the opinions about what will happen, but my main question is if I have to buy the machine before the first of the year in order to count it for tax year 2006 deductions, as a section 179 deduction as Kindall said.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:54 AM on September 6, 2006

If you are willing to wait a while and pay a mint, I hear Hovawarts are great dogs. Other than that, I would recommend a Canaan dog.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:13 PM on September 5, 2006

I use Studiometry for my small business designing web sites and doing other computer work. I has an accounting section, tracks outstanding invoices and generates nice reports.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:49 PM on September 3, 2006

I would also recommend Wordpress. You could also take a look at Textpattern.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:03 PM on August 27, 2006

I think going back to school is indeed a good a possibility. Go for six hours and you can be in deferrment with your loans (most of them; not sure about the WF ones. definitely the federal ones.). Go to a state school because it's the cheapest. If you're paying $200 right now per month, then that should pay for six hours per semester (you don't have to go in summer) and give you a little bit to throw at them for good measure.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 10:09 AM on August 24, 2006

Check out Shopify. Not sure it's exactly what you're after, but it's helped with a lot of people I know.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 10:02 AM on August 24, 2006

The title track from Blindside's album Silence.

lmao at chrissyboy.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 10:08 AM on August 18, 2006

Try it using display:none instead of visibility:invisible. And I would also suggest putting your links in a list instead of just autonomous anchor tags. Here is something that could work (untested).

ul#navigation li ul {display: none;}
ul#navigation li:hover ul, ul#navigation li.over ul{display:block; position:absolute; top:1em;}
ul#navigation li {position:relative; display:inline;}

Then you can do something... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 5:30 PM on August 14, 2006

Yah, I have a Haynes manual, but all it discusses is how to replace the assembly, not the glass.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 11:21 AM on August 10, 2006

I work in a counseling center, and many of our counselors use a relatively new framework called Narrative Therapy. A recent premarital counseling couple found this approach to be very helpful for framing their marriage together and for externalizing potential problems and working with each other to team up on the problem rather than locating problems in the other person. I would highly recommend it. Not sure what area you are in, but look for a counselor training center, many of which are... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:05 AM on August 10, 2006

Ah, I guess I should have read your question more carefully. Fees are usually lower at such training centers. Many operate on a sliding scale, meaning they set your fee based on your situation, family size, income, etc.

Also, be sure to look for one that is AAPC accredited. The AAPC website might also be a good place to start looking for information and counselors.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:07 AM on August 10, 2006

This hint over at MacOSXHints has an Applescript solution for this exact problem using Transmit and a local disk image. Like others have said here, you can add a cron job (Second recommendation for Cronnix. Fantastic one trick pony.) to do the sync in case a connection isn't available on edit. Scroll down the hint and modify the script as necessary to set up a Folder Action for your local copy for more automatic synching.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:55 AM on August 10, 2006

I am planning to do exactly as alms says in contemplating a replacement for my dearly beloved Powerbook G4 Cyprian (purchased June 2005) with the addition that I will wait until they release Leopard. The new machines next spring (think MacWorld and then spring break) should be really nice. By then hopefully they will have a new iPod out and I can buy my new Mac and a new iPod when they have the back to school promotion with iPod rebate.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:23 AM on August 10, 2006

Mark Wahlberg's character in Fear.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:47 AM on August 8, 2006

The mouth thing sounds like a condition I had called perioral dermatitis. (I had it alongside a case of ceboral dermatitis.) Nasty stuff, but actually a snap to get rid of if that's what you have. Check google images.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 3:49 PM on July 20, 2006

Go to your local university library or order on through ILL. Look for books with "fake" in the title (as rec. above) and also for wedding books. If you are even decent pianist, you can sight read the fake charts in these books.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:28 AM on July 18, 2006

You might do some reading on Borderline Personality Disorder. Check DSM-IV and see how familiar the characteristics sound to your mom's. I grew up in a very similar situation. When I graduated high school and went to college (in my home town, still living with my parents), my mom's behavior became more and more unstable. When I got engaged, she went over the edge. She eventually attacked my wife and me and attempted suicide. I ended up not talking to her for around a year and a half. We talk now,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:52 PM on July 15, 2006

If you are a blogger, you can moblog by text message if you set up a moblog email account. This varies by platform so consult your documentation or support forums. If you are a social butterfly, check out Dodgeball (http://www.dodgeball.com). The z520a camera isn't very good at all, but you could still post pictures to Flickr from your phone. Google SMS never ceases to amaze when I show people (much cheaper for directory assistance). Also, check out Lifehacker for various mobile power user tips.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:08 PM on July 15, 2006

FWIW, i have already looked at some of the painting effects mentioned in other MeFi answers, but I would like something a little more illustrationesque. Think the difference between recent Simpsons episodes and the ones from the first few seasons.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:03 PM on July 11, 2006

Thanks for all the response. The new CS2 filters are going to be really helpful, and the tutorials referenced are cool. Thanks again!
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:16 PM on July 11, 2006

Aquaman is absolutely right. You can set the start and end times for tracks under Track Info > Options. I'm not sure if you will need to do the intermediate step of ripping the clipped version before burning the disk, but it shouldn't be required.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:02 PM on July 11, 2006

I can't help with the last bit, but you might check out your local university library in the "N" section. Art history scholarship will probably have a lot to say about this. The only thing that I do know for sure about sculpture is that realistic portraits were reserved only for the wealthy and/or powerful. Many busts of, for instance, Caesar look alike, so we are pretty sure that he looked at least very close to the portrayals in sculpture.

With regard to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:05 AM on July 8, 2006

I'll have to disagree with amberglow about the bust question. Stereotypes were used to depict commoners. Plebes were represented as "modified stereotypes" but the images that we have of upper class citizens are rather tediously created.

With regard to identifying a bust, I think it has a lot to do with the attention to detail and lifelikeness of busts of important citizens. For instance, once we have a bust of Seneca (for continuity's sake) that is identified... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:14 PM on July 11, 2006

Sorry to be obtuse, but what are your credentials, Captaintripps?
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:44 PM on July 7, 2006

You should also check out Tiger Sauce by Try Me. (Clever name, no?) Beware, it's rather spicy, but sweet at the same time. My favorite.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 5:12 PM on July 5, 2006

Dance Dance Revolution has a workout mode. My wife uses it all the time. You can get a bundle with the game and two pads for like $60.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:12 AM on June 30, 2006

Not a helpful reply, but I am also interested in moving to Canada. Although, I am interested in much further west, like British Columbia.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:19 PM on June 24, 2006

Are you building these sites for yourself? If so, I say it doesn't matter. If you are building for clients, they might think you unprofessional if someone happened to point it out. Say, for instance, one of their customers is a web designer and comes along and says, "Do you know your site isn't built on web standards?" All the client knows is this sounds important and you didn't do it. Also, if you are building for clients, someone else might have to come along later on and take over... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:53 AM on June 23, 2006

I used Conversation in the past, but when someone recommended Colloquy, I dropped Conversation like a bad habit.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:45 PM on June 22, 2006

I am 25 years old now, so that would mean I was about 13 or 14 when I read the book. I also remember it being paperback and at least 200 pages because I was shocked that I actually stuck with it to the end. Also seems like the cover was a bluish purply color.

Thanks for the suggestions so far. I will look those up and see what I can discover.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:29 PM on June 22, 2006

I think it is the Thief of Always. I found this page and there is the paperback version in bluish/purply color, 240 pages first printed in 1993. I am going to see if I can find it locally and read it. I will post back to let all know for sure, but I'm almost positive this is it. Thank you guys sooo much. I honestly can't believe anyone would even have a guess about it much less know for sure. This is truly the best of MeFi.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 1:42 PM on June 22, 2006

There are a couple other things that haven't been mentioned. (I'll second the "low disk space" possibility.)

Do you have a lot of stuff cluttering up your desktop? Moving items off the desktop can help.

Resize your dock to one of the optimal sizes. Press and hold Option while resizing the dock and pick an available size. Also turn off bouncing dock icons and magnification.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 7:31 PM on June 21, 2006

If the emphasis is on the guilt/innocence of the one on trial, you can't beat The Life of David Gale. That movie is heart-wrenchingly good.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 11:49 AM on June 17, 2006

When I worked for *$, there was nothing more irritating than retarded customers asking for a sleeve for Frappuccinos and iced tea (not to mention that most of them don't know the word and end up making some obscene gesture or making up a terrible word for it. I swear to you I heard a customer call it a cup skirt once). Most customers don't ask for them for preserving the intended state of the beverage but for comfort. People who want their drinks to stay cold or hot longer... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:16 PM on June 15, 2006

Perhaps I'm missing something? Are you after the text for some further action in your js code? If not and you just want a plain text version of it, use textutil if you are on OS X.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 2:40 PM on March 28, 2006

@jessamyn: If one installs multiple instances of Wordpress, it would be no problem. You can also change the prefix if you need to use just one database, perhaps the prof's initials or something.

I like using WP for creating sites that will involve a lot of administration, because it is a nice framework that keeps the admin stuff from falling back into my lap. If you do multiple installs, you can get at the kind of structure I think you want by doing your installs (and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 5:36 PM on February 8, 2006

I too have been wondering this. I tend to fix people's computers for free because it's usually a very simple, five-minute job. Someone once suggested a flat fee of $35 for up to one hour and then charge per hour after that.

I am curious about web design charges. I recently set up a full site for my church on a volunteer basis, but someone said that was at least a $1,000 donation. I don't know for sure. I have thought about setting out in web design for myself, but these... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 5:29 PM on February 8, 2006

www.pegaweb.com is where I learned my Photoshop basics. It's geared toward web design, but if you pay attention, you can take those same techniques and use them in regular image creation/manipulation.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 6:55 AM on February 6, 2006

When I was learning to play guitar, there were a few things that helped me. First, identify downbeats in the melody that you can use as contact points between your strumming and the melody. I'm not sure what kind of music you're playing, but I could probably offer some examples. Second, you could try singing with a CD recording and simply fingering the chord progressions without worrying about strumming. This requires you to get the harmonic rhythm in your fingers and that's one less point to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 11:48 AM on February 4, 2006

@sdevans: I am a Mac user and I have had smooth sailing with synching. By Smartphones, I assume people mean Windows Mobile phones? Mac zealot that I am, I'm not interested in using much of anything Microsoft made.

What are people's experience with Symbian phones? Which ones are the best?
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 9:56 PM on February 2, 2006

There was also an automator action listed on macosxhints.com that was a Finder plugin to toggle hidden files. I used to have hidden files visible with TinkerTool, but they create a lot of clutter and I don't need to see them very often. What I would like is the ability to turn on hidden files in just one directory, namely Sites in my case for dealing with .htaccess files and their ilk.
posted to Ask Metafilter by jxpx777 at 8:23 AM on February 2, 2006