Anything like the top product here?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 3:17 AM on July 6, 2008

Oh sorry, that's not electric. Many people with Multiple Sclerosis would find that sort of product really beneficial, maybe try contacting the MS Society & asking if they are familiar with the product you're looking for?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 3:43 AM on July 6, 2008

Do they go flip flop with an American accent, or Australian, or some other?

It's certainly not an Australian accent, for here they are known as thongs. And yes, we *are* all aware of what other nations call as thongs. We use that terminology also, interchangeably with "g-string".
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 8:56 PM on July 4, 2008

As far as the IUD goes, it wouldnt let me control WHEN I got my period. Right? So it might actually make things worse.

YES.

I've had my Mirena for 4.5 years now, and I have a regular period every month which lasts for SEVEN days, but the flow is usually lighter than it was previously.
It irks me how readily some people recommend Depo, Mirena and Implanon for avoiding mensturation. Yes, some women do not bleed on... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:17 PM on July 3, 2008

andraste does indeed rock! I also say this quite often, and had totally forgotten where I got it from.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:22 AM on July 3, 2008

To me, being poked in the cervix is a sharp stabby pain, definitely not pleasant. I would guess the blood came from a tear caused by your husband abrading your tissue. You say you're using heaps of foreplay and lube, but perhaps your tissue is still a bit sensitive to all this new action it's getting.

We all come in various shapes and sizes, and some people fit together better than others. I've had partners where cervix bashing was quite frequent, and others where it... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:06 AM on July 3, 2008

Truman Capote's In Cold Blood
John Berendt's Midnight In The Garden Of Good & Evil
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 7:46 PM on June 29, 2008

What reflected said: If you can save your teeth, do it. Dentures (I assume mean you are thinking of getting a FULL upper denture?) should be your absolute last resort. You should be able to get a partial denture just for the teeth you are missing already. Don't make any decisions in the short term until you have consulted at least one specialist and fully weighed all of your options.
Good luck!
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 6:50 PM on June 24, 2008 marked best answer

Knobs & Knockers

Everyone stands up, and puts their hands on their Knobs (um...holds their hands in front of their groin region) or their knockers (hold hands in front of chest).

MC tosses a coin, if heads, everyone with hands on knobs is out & has to sit down, if Tails, everyone with hands on knockers is out and has to sit down. After each toss, whoever is standing decides where to place their hands before the next toss. Continue until... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:47 PM on June 22, 2008

There is a knack to ripping the hair out. If done incorrectly, the follicle may become "distorted" and it won't grow straight, making it more likely to become ingrown. Maybe it's the angle you are holding the epilator, or just the epilator itself that is tweezing the hairs at a bad angle?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:19 PM on May 28, 2008

Another Australian here, of anglo descent.

We (my daughter & I) take our shoes off indoors at home, and generally expect guests to do the same. When visiting others, we follow their lead. As a child in the 70's the only people I remember who removed their shoes were those of Asian or Mediterranean European descent. I remember thinking what a good idea, as I much preferred being barefoot. People I know who have polished floorboards tend to prefer EVERYONE to remove... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 3:48 PM on May 26, 2008

There is a Metafilter team at sparkpeople, but it's private and I believe you need an invite to join. I'm sure if you ask the right person, someone would be happy to invite you.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 4:22 PM on May 24, 2008

I'd find a therapist who does Myofascial Release or a massage therapist who has extensive experience working with headaches.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:18 AM on May 21, 2008

Get a Wii & Wii Fit & try to outdo each other!
Yes, I am in love with my wii and my wii fit.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:08 PM on May 20, 2008

It appeared to me that stock seemed to vary from one store to another, so I would try the particular shop you saw that shirt in. Phone numbers on website. Good luck! I love the chickens on Kauai.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 10:00 PM on May 19, 2008

Here in inner south/east Melbourne, I've noticed several intersections that totally skip the walk phase if no one presses the button.

I love watching impatient people battering the crap out of the button as if hammering it repeatedly will get it to change faster. Never known it to make any difference at all.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:11 AM on May 15, 2008

I'm on a capped plan with a generous allowance, so sending the messages wouldn't cost me any more than I'm paying already, and I'm unaware of any company that charges for incoming SMS in Australia it wouldn't cost the clients anything.

I believe there are online services that will send the messages out on my behalf, but that would involve me paying them a fee for the service, and I'd have to enter in the data for them somehow, in which case I may as well just SMS the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:05 PM on May 14, 2008

I looked at Google Calendar a couple of months ago, and I worked out that I can send SMS reminders to myself, but I couldn't work out how to get it to send reminders to other people. I think I need some hope to point me in the right direction?

utbox.net.au looks promising, thanks.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 10:56 PM on May 14, 2008

The setting under screen saver may not prevent the login screen from appearing after sleep.
If the login is still coming up when she doesn't want it, return to the Screen Saver options as described above

Right click desktop -> Personalize -> Screen Saver
then under Power Management click on Change Power Settings
Top option on the left should be Require Password on wakeup, which will bring up a bunch of behavioural options,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:05 PM on May 10, 2008

God - My Pal
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:30 PM on April 28, 2008

What everyone above has said.

My daughter brought these little "pets" home several times over her early school years.

The itching is usually worse around the ears and the nape of the neck.

Buy one of the simple little nit combs. Wash & condition your hair. Leave the conditioner in, and run the comb through your hair. Each time you comb, from roots to tips, wipe the comb on a tissue. Do this lots and lots... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:06 AM on April 26, 2008

I've been in Hawaii for the last 3 weeks and have been treating myself to a daily cocktail. Mojito, Mai Tai & Margarita are my top three tipples - and not too girly. You should find many places do their own signature versions of the common cocktails. A few days ago, I had a cucumber mojito which was quite unusual and refreshing.

Personally thoigh, I would suggest you lean more towards standard mixed drinks, wines & beers.
Pick one style and try to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:46 PM on April 25, 2008

I have to agree with huxley - don't do any exfoliation if it's likely you'll aggravate the condition and possibly even leave scarring.

Acne is a local contraindication for massage due to the possibility of cross-infection, but that is highly unlikely unless the place you're going to is totally flouting hygiene practices.

You'll have to fill out an intake form - mention your acne on the form in the appropriate area on the form - if the form... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 1:09 AM on April 25, 2008

I'm sorry - with all due respect and no ill feeling to the OP, can I just clarify something? I don't want to derail, but while we are on the subject, I thought it'd be nice to define some terminology.

The OP mentions "masseur".

Masseur is man who massages, as masseuse is a female that massages. Both terms have unfortunately had some not so "therapeutic" connotions in the past, along with "massage parlour". Depending... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 1:33 AM on April 25, 2008

Exfoliate before and after. Use an exfoliating mitt daily.

This stuff is excellent, but you can just use plain old alcohol wipes, which is what the waxers in the day spa I worked at recommended. They would give a little bundle of single use alcohol wipes to all clients to use daily for 5-7 days after waxing.

The really evil ones will probably need a sterilised needle or needle nose tweezers to coax them out. Unfortunately, even with all the... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:58 PM on April 13, 2008

Baby Bowler from Mystery Men, or one of the rejected female superheroes from the audition scene. PMS Avenger?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 7:44 AM on April 12, 2008

Regurgitator?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 7:23 AM on April 12, 2008

Mary Romantic is a classic of internet kookdom. Around the same time I discovered her, I discovered this guy. It would have been absolutely GORGEOUS if Mary Romantic & Peter Pan had got together.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:19 AM on April 10, 2008

Buddy Christ was what sprang to my mind also.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:14 AM on April 10, 2008

"...in one fowl swoop". (Argh! duck!)

or maybe it was

"...in one foul swoop."

Either way, it was hard to keep a straight face and I was not in a position to get away with laughing.

"Walla!" drives me absolutely bonkers.

twirlypen: On a the more colloquial side of things, the Aussie phrase 'flat out like a... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 9:18 PM on April 2, 2008

Were the styles noticeably different? Did it hurt at the time? Is the pain sharp or dull? Have you had any bruising? Did the pain come on gradually or was it there immediately following the session?

DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) is fairly common in people who aren't used to regular massage. It's the same feeling you get when you exercise for the first time in a while. DOMS will subside over time and shouldn't last more than 48 hours. Some relief can be obtained... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 4:16 AM on April 1, 2008

TA DA!

Deep Tissue is one of those terms that can pretty much mean anything to different people, therapists and clients alike. It can even be a blanket term, covering other modalites, such as trigger point, acupressure, PNF stretching, and others.

Some therapists think Deep Tissue mean means throw in as much body weight as you can and push as hard as possible. I think they are doing it wrong.
Other therapists think that it refers to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 4:15 PM on April 1, 2008 marked best answer

There is a Melbourne lawyer who does a show on public access television station Channel 31. The show is called a Life Of Crime and the two hosts interview people about their past criminal activities.

There are two series "highlights" clips:

Series 1
Series 2

A lot of it is fairly mundane, but there are some chilling moments, such as the guy discussing murdering a woman (it was just something that... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 11:42 AM on April 1, 2008

numinous Given the fact that the OP did not specify exactly which birth control pill she takes...

Sorry? Her first sentence after the break states precisely not only which pill she is taking, but where she is in her cycle.

I am currently taking Yasmin and I'm near the end of my cycle (I start the placebos in two days).

To the OP, I suspect your chances of being pregnant are fairly... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 8:11 AM on March 30, 2008

Externally, Vitamin E oil/cream, rose-hip oil, or this Bio Oil stuff which I've found to be quite remarkable. Internally, I've found flaxseed to be the most effective, followed by Vitamin E or fish oil.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 11:19 PM on March 29, 2008

Sorry I can't help much, I just dropped in to mention that I'll be at the Sheraton on Poipu Beachfrom the 9th - 26th of April. MeMail me if you're nearby & maybe we can have a mini meetup and swap tips on what we've found!
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 1:56 AM on March 21, 2008

I think it's a lot about violating these characters, along the lines of rape. I assume the writers are trying to highlight the character's vulnerability, and such tough women don't usually reveal their vulnerabilities.

A standard rape is easier for the victim to identify who assaulted her, and seek justice or vengeance. I think the stolen ovaries thing is taking standard rape themes and cranking them up a few notches. Not only do you have the initial assault, there... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:44 PM on March 6, 2008

To all of you who are on Mirena and have no periods, I HATE YOU ALL. I've had mine for 3 years and still have regular periods. Good luck to you and I certainly wouldn't be worried about not having periods. The whole point of Mirena is that it is a long term solution. Of course, you're best off getting this reassurance from your doctor.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:31 PM on February 27, 2008

I have a small business and usually have my office landline diverted to my mobile phone. I'm on the Optus $49 cap which gives me $300 worth of calls & SMS. Voicemail deposits & retrievals are free. My daughter's phone is on the same account, and as I have an ABN I qualify for the business "fleet" account which lets us call/SMS each other for no charge. I believe you can have up to 5 numbers in your "fleet".
It's great knowing that I'm paying a flat rate,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 4:16 AM on February 22, 2008

This thread came to mind. Quite a few examples in there. Be sure to note the references to rubies & weed .
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:37 PM on February 11, 2008

There is an awesome Aloo Gobi recipe in the extras on the Bend It Like Beckham DVD. The director cooks her family's favourite recipe with her mum & sister.

anyway:
Gorgonzola, cauli & walnut gratin
1 lrg cauli, broken into florets
2 tblspn butter
1 onion, chopped
3 tblspn plain flour
450 ml milk
159 g gorganzola
1/2 tspn celery salt
pinch... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:51 PM on February 7, 2008 marked best answer

Just about everything I would suggest has already been mentioned, but I'll add LEXX, just for hell of it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 10:59 PM on January 27, 2008

Dandenong Ranges National Park.
I haven't been out there by public transport for a while, but Sherbrooke Forest is definitely walking distance from Belgrave station.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 12:33 AM on January 26, 2008

I absolutely ADORE my HTC P3600i which is known also, I think, as the Trinity and the Dopod 810.
I've had mine since September and am very happy with it. Sometimes I wish it had a keyboard to make emailing and IRCing faster as tapping away on the on screen keyboard or using handwriting recognition is very fiddly.

The basic features of Windows Mobile 6 are hugely enhanced by third party software such as SPB's range of products, especually Diary & Pocket... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 4:15 PM on January 22, 2008

Dermalogica changed my life. I use both their Dermal Clay Cleanser & Daily Microfoliant every day and Skin Prep Scrub once or twice a week, and my skin has never been better.
I've been using Skin Doctor's Cosemeceuticals White for a few months for hyper pigmentation caused by contraceptives and I'm blown away by the results. Maybe SD Gamma Hydroxy might be suitable for you? I tried the Gamma Hydroxy a year or two ago, but I wasn't disciplined enough to use it regularly enough to... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 6:41 PM on January 13, 2008

I do this also. I first noticed it around 2000/2001, when I was in my late 20's and my MS was first making itself known. It definitely gets worse when I am tired or stressed. I'm delighted to read this thread. It's reassuring to know that that otherwise "healthy" people get this too. I'll add this to my other list of symptoms of what I call "Not Being 25 Anymore Syndrome".
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:58 PM on January 13, 2008

Beauty therapists and hairdressers are my favourite vectors of crazy scarelore. It's futile to call them on their bullshit, which they truly believe and will defend until they pass out from lack of oxygen. Just smile, nod and make ''mmmm", "aaah", "oooh", "ahuh" noises where appropriate.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 5:20 PM on January 13, 2008

I love you Divabat! You sound fab, and you even remind me a bit of me (who'd have thought?).

Fashion comes and goes, style is what makes you. I am the LAST person to be giving fashion advice, I just wear whatever the I hell please. Two years ago, I bought a business, and have since had this robotic idea of how i should preset myself. Which is all well and good when I'm trying to look presentable for clients. Oustside of work tho in the last few months, I've been... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 7:47 AM on January 5, 2008

I was brought up with washclothes AKA facewashers AKA flannels. Sometimes a loofah. I only used them sporadically after I moved out of home, as I never bought myself any.

These days I use a Riffi Mitt. I am an exfoliation junkie and these things ROCK. A tiny bit of shower gel goes a long way and it's invigorating to use. Also helps to combat ingrown hairs, doesn't harbour bacteria so never gets smelly & lasts FOREVER. I think I'll go have a shower and Riffi myself... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 2:02 AM on December 18, 2007

I just bought an Olympus 795SW for an upcoming hawaii trip. It hasn't been bashed around or dropped yet, but it has gone for a frollick in a swimming pool with me. As mathowie points out, all the reviews indicate that the SW series cameras are pretty damn robust.
posted to Ask Metafilter by goshling at 3:01 PM on December 12, 2007 marked best answer