Well, if you put it anywhere somebody is forced to vacuum it up, that'll be mischevious. I've had to replace 3 vacuums because I keep forgetting to leave a note for the Easter Bunny to not use that damn stuff all over, and it burns out the motor after getting tangled up in the vacuum.
Perhaps just random nests all over campus filled with plastic easter eggs. Inside, you could make homemade "droppings". Just get some chocolate & melt it, add peanuts or not, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:13 PM on April 2, 2008

According to this page (sidebar, about 1/4 of the way down),

"In his notes for the 1907 edition of A Christmas Carol E. Gordon Browne describes this Christmas punch:
The drink is made by pouring red wine, either hot or cold, upon ripe bitter oranges. The liquor is heated or 'mulled' in a vessel with a long funnel, which could be pushed far down into the fire. Sugar and spices (chiefly cloves, star anise, and cinnamon) are added according to taste. It is... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:44 AM on March 31, 2008

A Bronx Tale was the first movie that made me say "wow" at the soundtrack. I was blown away, and still get chills when I hear "The Ten Commandments of Love" because of the way it was used in the film. When I first saw the movie, each and every time a song played I had to express amazement at the perfect songchoice for that point of the movie. I know there have been 2 other movies like that, but can't think of them off the top of my head...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:12 AM on January 15, 2008

There has been some great advice here about the initial clean-up, and it's funny this was posted because I was going to post something very similar. Since anon cannot respond, I'm going to piggyback and ask about resources to help one KEEP things clean. From my research, I understand that usually within 6 months after a clean-up, a hoarder's home will look just like it was. There's some sort of thought pattern here that needs additional help to be broken besides just "get it cleaned up... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 2:16 AM on January 10, 2008

The problem with educating somebody before them is, what if you DON'T ejaculate with them? Careful in how you present it, and be prepared for the guy (or girl) you tell to be very determined in trying to make it happen again...and again...and again.
It happens to me quite frequently. And sometimes, I'm really surprised when it doesn't. No rhyme or reason to it, and I don't worry too much about it because it feels good either way. But I always put a towel down, just in case.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 8:01 PM on September 27, 2007

Please, please, please don't make too big a deal of it. Aside from mentioning her history of depression, you don't mention anything about her family life. I go through periods where there's so much going on in my life, I just don't have the time to even send a quick email to my dear friends, though I do compose them in my head in those few seconds before sleep, hoping that I'll have time to actually send them the next day. And the days turn into weeks. Then by that point, I'm so overwhelmed... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:30 AM on September 21, 2007

Oh - and mentioning to a depressed person that you've noticed they aren't themselves and are concerned is never a bad idea. My friends pick up on changes in my behavior long before I realize I'm in the midst of depression, and I'm always grateful for them noticing, and caring enough to mention it. Just don't harp on it, or focus on the fact she isn't doing as good a job of being a friend as she used to. That would be make things worse, if it is depression related.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:34 AM on September 21, 2007

I drove my ex-husband crazy with a cough that only happened when I was sleeping, and I had no idea about it. After a more than a few nights of sleeping on the couch, we discovered that a humidifier helped immensely. It seemed that if the heat or AC was blowing at my face or above it, my cough would be exacerbated, but if I faced away from it, I was much more tolerable. Perhaps when you mention his cough from an angle of concern, you can suggest a humidifier as well as a trip to the doctor.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:10 AM on September 21, 2007

Thirding the Magic Eraser - it worked for that stuff on my shower when I first moved into my apartment. You could try using Scrubbing Bubbles cleaner first to loosen things up.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:29 PM on July 23, 2007

It definitely could be an allergic reaction. Did you take a Benadryl while it was going on?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:15 PM on July 14, 2007

Unfortunately I don't have suggestions for the OP, but had to clarify that you should NOT pour beer on it (I know it was a joke, and will probably be removed, but just to be clear, do not encourage the proliferation of yeast.)
Also, loiseau, he was referring to a literal feminine wash, not a euphemism for douche. There are a bunch of them out there and while I'm not certain, they seem to be a much less harmful product than a douche.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 7:15 PM on July 14, 2007

Definitely get a referral to a urologist. I'm extremely surprised that your PCP said he'd never heard of post-ejaculatory pain, so I'm wondering if perhaps there are other symptoms that are making your situation unique.

Along with epididymitis and prostatitis, varicose veins can also be a somewhat common problem for men. Do you wear tight briefs and/or tight pants? Two friends of mine were able to drastically reduce their post-ejaculatory pain by switching to boxers,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:03 PM on June 30, 2007

I find it difficult to purchase a 2-piece as a set anymore - it seems everywhere sells them separately so you can mix-n-match. Are there some constraints in your search?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 4:10 PM on June 25, 2007

It's not - Flowers & Trees by Yoshi, is it? There's not much that turns up when googling those words for lyrics, so I'm sure you've seen Yoshi at some point in your search.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:43 AM on June 21, 2007

My favorite short story - an ironic suicide.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:27 PM on June 14, 2007

**WARNING ON LAST LINK** There is a disturbing image as the banner on top. It's of a man lying on the ground, apparently shot, clearly wounded. It's not blantantly graphic, but definitely warrants a warning. I don't know how I missed it the first time, and I apologize if anyone was caught offguard by it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:29 AM on June 17, 2007

I hope nobody thought it was a true story, given the link said it was "a short story" and the first sentence in the link says it was made up by Don Harper Mills.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 1:56 PM on June 18, 2007

For my ex's first Father's Day, I gave him a keychain locket with a photo on one side, and a lock of our son's hair on the other side. I had it engraved with something like "World's Best Daddy."

To build on the handprint idea, you could get one of those frames with a mat that has 2 ovals cut out, and put a photo of your child on one side, and a handprint on the other.

Or you could just dig through & find a really adorable photo of... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 12:36 AM on June 15, 2007

I think you may be out of luck.
"Children love to spray Silly String on other children's clothing, especially shirts. It usually comes off if wiped.

But if it is sprayed from a very close distance(1-2 feet) onto fabric, it stains and leaves a bright spot of either color ink or foam from the string. It can permanently stain and partly dissolve some varieties of vinyl wallpaper. It has also been seen to occasionally permanently mark or remove paint... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:22 PM on May 31, 2007

It's my understanding that synesthesia is more like "tasting" blue and such. The taste you get when handling a penny is the same principle which causes you to develop the taste of garlic in your mouth if you were to put a clove in your shoe. This doesn't jibe with the criteria for synesthesia. I tried googling various words with "absorb" to no avail, but that's pretty much what's happening - the skin is absorbing the copper.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:34 PM on May 30, 2007

Of course - hitting "post" always works like a charm. This article states that the metal smell that you get on your hands after handling coins is actually compounds in the skin reacting to the metals. And to make a jump in logic, since smell is so closely related to taste, perhaps that's what's giving the taste sensation. I'm interested to hear other responses - googling "handling coins" and "metallic taste" only brings up a few results, and I'm sure it's quite... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:42 PM on May 30, 2007

I wish I knew - google didn't turn up a specific term for it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:21 PM on May 30, 2007

I just called the operator out of curiosity, and she too said the only thing that comes up is the country code for the Czec Republic.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 8:57 PM on May 25, 2007

Vicodin has never had any effect on me under any circumstances (to the point where I asked the pharmacy if they didn't give me the wrong pills), whereas Percocet usually works quite well. Also, it is my understanding that codeine is a good drug for dental pain.

Don't despair - you have options for other medications if you call your dentist. In the mean time, ice and hang in there. Dry socket is a definite concern, because I don't think you should be in such pain... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 3:01 PM on May 24, 2007

Thinkingwoman has a great point. Your sister needs to try to handle the situation as she would if this were a patient of hers. You do what you can, but refer what you can't through the appropriate channels. I would talk to somebody at the hospital and ask what they could do (if anything) from a medical standpoint since she is so unwell. I'm sure this isn't the first time they've come across a situation like this. If that doesn't yield anything, then I'd contact the school. But this seems... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 7:11 AM on May 23, 2007

(sorry - the klklalksjdflajsdf at the bottom was to make sure I did indeed close the small tag and it didn't screw up the "My Comments" page, but as I always do, I hit Post instead of Preview. Though kljaklsjdlfa does pretty well sum up the situation)
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 7:12 AM on May 23, 2007

I'm with codswallop - if your answer isn't loudly and without hesitation "YES!" then I'd vote to just be happy with the stepchildren and family you have. There are plenty of ways to express your love besides having a child.

However, the other side of the coin - is it that you are ambivalent and the concerns are making more of a case, or are you really worried about those issues and trying to lessen the disappointment you are afraid of feeling if you decide to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:05 PM on May 22, 2007

I've been a medical transcriptionist for over 10 years, and it is the knee-jerk suggestion to anyone who inquires about working from home. Unfortunately, it's not that easy, and I'm thrilled that you asked about online courses instead of assuming that you could just jump into it because you know how to type.

The only two online courses that are respectible in the MT community are Andrews and M-Tec. Most courses take anywhere from 6 months to 2 years to complete, so... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 12:56 AM on May 22, 2007 marked best answer

I had my top two wisdom teeth out the day after Thanksgiving, and was totally bummed that I would miss out on all the wonderful leftovers. After hearing everyone's experiences, I figured the leftovers would be long gone by the time I healed.

My surgery was at 9am, and I was eating turkey at 10 pm. Maybe I should've given it more time, what with the risk of food particles getting in there, but it was Thanksgiving. And I felt totally 100% fine. I didn't even need any... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 2:19 PM on May 19, 2007

I don't understand where all the harshness comes from. I'm reading it from a point that the poster came across something that indicated she has something that she needs to work on to better herself, and apparently she cannot see what that is otherwise she'd already know the "serious issues." It's actually important to see how other people perceive you and what you can do to come across as the best you that you can be.

Instead of contacting the teacher, I... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 6:37 PM on May 12, 2007

There's definitely something not right here, but it could be stupidity/ignorance as everyone says.

Ovulation USUALLY happens 2 weeks before you get your period, and it takes 24-72 hours for implantation to occur, and it would take another few days to figure out your period is late, but these aren't hard and fast rules. She may mean her period was due 3 weeks ago, thus making her "three weeks pregnant." Or she's a week late and counting from the time you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 3:31 AM on May 10, 2007

If she found out she was pregnant on May 4, she should find a doctor who can get her in for her first prenatal visit before June 12. The first visit is important so she can learn things she can do to give her (your?) child the best possible start in life by eating healthy and exercising. It will also give her a chance to ask any questions that she may have.

My concern is that this all sounds so fishy that if it's true, she definitely needs guidance on how to be... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 2:59 PM on May 12, 2007

I meant to calculate before posting that "end of the first trimester" comment, but hit "post" instead of "preview."

Upon calculation-
Did you ask her when her last period was? If she's "3 weeks pregnant" that means her last period was roughly 7 weeks ago (March 16), and her period was already almost a week late by the time she slept with you. That would also mean that the father was most likely a guy she slept with... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 3:24 PM on May 12, 2007

The abrasion is coming from the nipple rubbing against the roof of the baby's mouth. She needs to get more of the bottom of her areola in the baby's mouth. When I started nursing, it wasn't working out too well despite all the reading I'd done and the nurses yelling "figure it out, or we'll give him formula." So I stuck my finger into my son's mouth to feel exactly how my nipple was supposed to fit. And everything clicked for me then. It's been my mission to tell everyone about... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:16 PM on May 6, 2007

I hope that future readers of this thread check out what unwashed denim is before they pipe in. I've never heard of it before this thread myself. Helpful suggestions all, but not when you aren't supposed to wash your jeans for at least 6 months.
(And even saying this, I'm going to suggest perhaps using a baby wipe along with the meat tenderizer or something - if you really want to minimize the water contact with it, but still get the stain out, that may be an option.)... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:12 PM on April 15, 2007

Seconding susanbeeswax - something that you're completely sure you're doing "right" will be the thing that they (lovingly) pick on you for when they're older. That's what I do with my mother, and the things she was concerned with never even made me raise an eyebrow.

Just do your best, and when they grow up, they will see that you did your best, regardless of mistakes that we all will inevitably make. If anything, your flaws that you can't overcome may just... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 1:10 AM on January 25, 2007

It's actually myoclonic, not myotonic.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:52 PM on December 15, 2006

I can relate - music holds very strong memories for me. If there's music playing at the time a memory is being created, not only do I remember it, but I'll remember what happened during what parts of the song! Some associations have brought me to tears, and other songs have brought me to le petit mort (yep, just hearing the song) .

The trick to getting rid of the strong visceral reaction is to create other associations with the song. Perhaps put it on a cd with... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:40 PM on December 8, 2006

I sympathize. I get this really bad too. Rainy days, sunny days, doesn't matter. To the point where my 3-year-old actually pointed out how strange it was, because you'd be able to hear each and every shock.

I carry around one of those fabric softener sheets in my pocket, and when I go shopping I rub my hands with it before touching the shelving, or the cans, or whatever. To touch the car door, I use it as you would use a tissue to pick up something gross. I look a... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 2:18 AM on November 28, 2006 marked best answer

I'd have shown up at 6 and never even thought that you could have meant anything else. I'm surprised that thinking is so in the minority. The day goes forward, not backward, so pushing the meeting "forward" would mean pushing it further in the day. If you had the meeting in your planner/calendar/whatever, you would move it foward on the itinerary.
While I suppose that if I spent a while really really thinking about it, I might be able to accept other people would think... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 11:45 PM on November 18, 2006

I've done this when I was younger. It worked for local mail, but trying to even send it to the next town, it would be delivered to the "To" address with postage due - meaning it came back to me.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 10:07 AM on October 8, 2006

If this was your first time going to them, they really should've called to verify coverage, and they would've learned that your coverage was through Cigna, and all would've been well. They do this as a "courtesy," but also because it's easier than trying to collect from the patient once insurance denies the claim.
But, technically, you also should've called to verify your coverage. The way things are these days, any time I go to a new doctor, I call my insurance company... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 1:16 PM on October 7, 2006

Definately not The Uninvited (no mirror), but what a wonderful movie that was. I've been wanting to see it again for ages.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:30 AM on August 29, 2006

I got my first migraine when I was 7, and honestly thought I was going to die. I get blue flashes about an hour before the headache hits. Occasionally, I also get numbness and tingling on one side of my body and have difficulty with saying the right words, when I know that I'm thinking them. It scares the crap out of me, but I've been checked out and they are considered hemiplegic migraines.
23 years later, I've tried pretty much everything. I've never been able to figure out my... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 12:43 PM on August 21, 2006

Stay away from a boa. I'm pretty much Queen of Fun but Useless things, and even I'd not have much use for a boa. I don't really know any female who's used them seriously - indeed, even the guys wear them tongue-in-cheek. A gift certificate is nice, but it means more when you pick it out because not only did you put thought into it, but it implies you'd also like to see her in it. I'd pick out something like a sexy bra and panty set that's a bit more indulgent than she'd usually get, and... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 6:37 AM on August 18, 2006

I've noticed that I cry at the drop of a hat (unless I'm actually sad, then I can't cry even if I try) since I had my son, who's now 4. I've chalked it up to increased empathy...if something is sad, I tend to tear up thinking about how terrible something is for the people involved. Most recently - a kid died in an accident right in front of his father, and a month later I still tear up thinking that I wish I could hug this man and take away his sorrow. I'm putting it incredibly simplistically,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:39 PM on August 17, 2006

The one that jumps out immediately (well, after "In the Year 2525") is 1983 A Merman I Should Turn to Be by Jimi Hendrix. Magical when you listen to that going into Moon Turn the Tides Gently, Gently Away.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 7:41 PM on August 11, 2006

I used to bruise easily to begin with, and if I was drinking that made it ten times worse. I waitressed in a bar for a bit where management looked the other way if we drank as long as we weren't totally drunk. I ended up covered in bruises, to the point where several of my coworkers took me aside to ask if everything was okay or if my husband was hitting me.
I did a bit of experimenting and noticed that the slightest thing would bruise me if I was drinking, probably because of the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 8:38 PM on July 11, 2006

Definately seems to be a meme, because I'm seeing it commented on this site, but without remembering the exact phrasing I haven't been too successful with googling. The timing is such that I have to wonder - did everyone think that line in a kid's show was funny and start using it?

My brain came through - it was on Stanley, I believe - a kid's show on at 1pm ET where the picnic got all smooshed up, but they studied the ants instead. That takes care of THAT..........but... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 4:00 AM on July 11, 2006

Now, who has a suggestion on how can I anonymously send this to a coworker who's only email conversations are with me? I've talked with her before and she still doesn't get it, and it's even more frustrating that quite often she's not only coming across as rude, but is also wrong.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Iamtherealme at 9:56 PM on July 10, 2006