In case there are any Mefites who don't follow mathowie on Twitter, he just sent one out about his health that you should read. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery, Matt!
posted to MetaTalk by cerebus19 at 5:41 PM on November 12, 2009 (821 comments)

Advice for buying a Mac Pro without paying top price?
posted to Ask Metafilter by empath at 4:35 PM on November 6, 2009 (20 comments)

Maine became the 31st state to block same-sex marriage through a public referendum Some said the loss was a sign that the state-by-state approach favored by the largest gay-rights groups had failed and that the focus should move to repealing the Defense of Marriage Act, which bans federal recognition of same-sex marriage, and which Congress can overturn without voter approval. Others argued that the defeat only reinforced the need to keep winning grassroots support.
posted to MetaFilter by VikingSword at 1:11 PM on November 4, 2009 (292 comments)

Remember that proposed Metafilter Collaborative Novel? It's here! It's called Visitor's Day, it’s free and you'll find the links you need to download it inside this thread.
posted to MetaTalk by Effigy2000 at 12:49 PM on April 5, 2009 (71 comments)

With NaNoWriMo looming ever nearer, I would like to hear your best tips, tricks, habits, and techniques for staying chained to the keyboard.
posted to Ask Metafilter by BitterOldPunk at 3:09 PM on October 22, 2009 (26 comments)

Everyone has their if-I-win-the-lottery/if-my-company-gets-bought dreams. Mine involves settling down in a small house somewhere to a comfortable life of solitude with all the modern conveniences. But my daydreaming brain has an unfortunate practical streak, insisting on knowing exactly where I could do that, and would it be safe, how could I get food, yadda yadda.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Billegible at 7:14 AM on October 21, 2009 (38 comments)

I'm curious to know about the people out there with fun, interesting, unusual, or quirky jobs. All lines of work considered, as long as it's fun/something you feel excited about doing most days and/or something my high school guidance counselor wouldn't have known about.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Rocket26 at 7:48 AM on October 16, 2009 (39 comments)

What are different cultures' versions of comfort foods that are prepared for people who are sick and feeling under the weather?
posted to Ask Metafilter by illenion at 4:03 PM on October 15, 2009 (67 comments)

Recommendation for alternatives to Tony Robbins for people who find Tony Robbins a little eerie?
posted to Ask Metafilter by surenoproblem at 1:50 AM on October 13, 2009 (10 comments)

Help me learn to read French.
posted to Ask Metafilter by tdismukes at 8:58 AM on October 11, 2009 (19 comments)

How can I find legitimate work online or work-from-home opportunities? Are there any? Want to hear your experiences, too. Details inside.
posted to Ask Metafilter by threeturtles at 11:47 AM on October 2, 2009 (9 comments)

Stuck in a rut. Help me find meaning, direction, and help me get back on my feet.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saragoodman3 at 8:52 PM on September 19, 2009 (16 comments)

I'm looking for stories from folks, especially ladyfolks, who have been on the receiving end of random acts of romance. Tell me, when were you surprised by a romantic act? What was it? What were the circumstances?
posted to Ask Metafilter by stuboo at 6:34 PM on September 16, 2009 (37 comments)

I'm a freelance writer who mostly does entertainment writing, but I want to branch out into copywriting. What's the best direction for me and what are the next steps?
posted to Ask Metafilter by miniminimarket at 11:06 AM on September 16, 2009 (2 comments)

How can I limit damage to my virtually-unfinished hardwood floors without the trouble/expense of refinishing?
posted to Ask Metafilter by aabbbiee at 2:30 PM on August 25, 2009 (14 comments)

Liberal-arts-grad-filter: How can I parlay my existing skills (qualitative, creative, communication-oriented, artistic, empathetic) and experience (tutoring, writing/editing, activism) into something with a sustainable income and job security?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous at 10:50 PM on September 12, 2009 (13 comments)

"I will not read your fucking script."
posted to MetaFilter by Artw at 7:46 AM on September 11, 2009 (416 comments)

Share your printable MeFi creations!
posted to MetaTalk by jessamyn at 10:30 AM on July 14, 2009 (67 comments)

I've had this dog for… a long time, I’m ashamed to admit how long. I keep thinking I’ll just ‘come up with’ a name, like I have with past cats and dogs. I am stumped.
posted to Ask Metafilter by saragoodman3 at 9:16 PM on September 5, 2009 (88 comments)

My husband is cheating on me and has been for at least two years. He doesn't know I found out. Now what?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Anonymous at 8:34 AM on September 3, 2009 (67 comments)

Suggestions for books on Maine history and culture, non fiction preferred but not a necessity. This would be for a person traveling to Maine in the near future, will be spending time on the coast and in the great north woods.
posted to Ask Metafilter by flummox at 7:59 AM on August 31, 2009 (15 comments)

Who's in for an Original Portland™ meet-up with Cortex on September 12th?
posted to MetaTalk by Marie Mon Dieu at 7:21 AM on August 29, 2009 (47 comments)

What cooking secrets take your food to the almost-pro level?
posted to Ask Metafilter by chalbe at 8:34 AM on August 24, 2009 (134 comments)

Most-Inspiring Writers, Thinkers, Poems, Websites, People?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Lipstick Thespian at 8:51 AM on August 20, 2009 (23 comments)

For women who are over 50 years old. What advice would you give your 40 year old self?
posted to Ask Metafilter by kerby at 6:33 PM on August 18, 2009 (17 comments)

Help with productive vacation ideas? Of all the things to avoid, I have been putting off taking vacation and now suddenly the summer is slipping away...
posted to Ask Metafilter by messica at 1:38 PM on August 17, 2009 (5 comments)

Has anyone taking a psychic reading? I am thinking of taking a reading from Char Margolis? I do know of James Randi foundation, and I am aware that there are lots of scams. I am skeptical, but I'd like to check for myself before deciding one way or the other. It would be great to hear from someone who has actually taken the reading (either with Char or someone else). How was the experience like? Is it worth spending the time and money (Char charges 600$).
posted to Ask Metafilter by raghuram at 5:07 AM on August 4, 2009 (99 comments)

I need the cutest seagull picture ever.
posted to Ask Metafilter by 47triple2 at 8:50 PM on July 24, 2009 (20 comments)

What are your favorite links for frugal living/frugality websites?
posted to Ask Metafilter by ian1977 at 6:32 PM on June 2, 2009 (26 comments)

I want to start making homemade cold-process bar soap in my kitchen. Help?
posted to Ask Metafilter by cheerwine at 9:32 PM on May 16, 2009 (18 comments)

My wife and I need to get out of our house ASAP for reasons both financial and mental-health-related. I've been told we may need to look into a short sale, but researching the process is making my head explode. What, if any, are our options? (more inside, obviously)
posted to Ask Metafilter by anthom at 4:16 AM on April 15, 2009 (16 comments)

Obscure New England? I've seen the best, what about the rest? What quirky, "second tier," and out of the way places have I missed?
posted to Ask Metafilter by MasonDixon at 7:38 PM on April 4, 2009 (34 comments)

What's the difference between Michael and Vito in the Godfather trilogy?
posted to Ask Metafilter by fatbird at 3:28 PM on April 2, 2009 (40 comments)

Southern phrases like "gets my goat" and "burns my biscuits"?
posted to Ask Metafilter by curiositykilledthelemur at 2:54 PM on March 26, 2009 (70 comments)

What's the best hairbrush for thick, frizzy, wavy white girl hair?
posted to Ask Metafilter by saturnine at 1:18 PM on March 17, 2009 (22 comments)

Where can I find an extensive calendar or listing of events and celebrations beyond the basic national and well known holidays? (i.e. that the last Saturday in Feb. is Open That Bottle Night for celebrating good wine.)
posted to Ask Metafilter by JFitzpatrick at 10:09 AM on February 28, 2009 (6 comments)

Hi guys, I would like to make my way as a photographer, and I know making a supemotherlovin' website is essential. I have seen a lot of professional photographers using flash based websites and I see they are rather stylish but often slow (although I understand it is partially necessary for copyright protection). What I would like to ask is: what is the quickest/easiest way for me to make a professional looking website?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Saddo at 11:41 AM on February 23, 2009 (19 comments)

How do I submit book proposals to publishers?
posted to Ask Metafilter by goalyeehah at 6:21 PM on February 17, 2009 (17 comments)

Jacques Pépin has a sequel called More Fast Food My Way to his popular Fast Food My Way. Alot of episodes of More Fast Food My Way are online in their entirety and what episodes aren't online have excerpted one minute recipes. If that isn't enough cooking goodness videos exist online of most of the recipes in Fast Food My Way.
posted to MetaFilter by Kattullus at 9:58 PM on December 26, 2008 (29 comments)

What are some examples of "family jargon"? For example, a friend's father once told a joke to his family that poked fun at the French. He concluded by saying, "Don't tell anyone from France." Now, within their family, "Don't tell anyone from France" means "Let's keep this between us"--and they say it even if the secret has nothing to do with the French.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Ms. Informed at 1:27 PM on November 7, 2008 (112 comments)

Fivedollarcomparison.org is a collaborative photo project designed by a number of Nokia researchers to understand the buying power of 5 dollars across the world. The goal of this project is vague: to understand how culture, context and communication might change the world. Post your own example here. Sample photo.
posted to MetaFilter by |n$eCur3 at 5:07 PM on July 22, 2008 (19 comments)

Vintage ads galore.
posted to MetaFilter by goodnewsfortheinsane at 11:36 AM on July 12, 2008 (25 comments)

Just plain beautiful intricate art made from flowers. So simple, but so sublime. [via blort]
posted to MetaFilter by mathowie at 12:02 PM on May 12, 2008 (28 comments)

Contrary to what you probably think you know about hypnosis, it can be done very quickly and can be used to convince someone to do something they normally wouldn't--like, say, giving away their wallet, phone, and keys to a stranger (English mentalist Derren Brown). What's happening here is known as a handshake induction, a technique pioneered by American psychiatrist Milton Erickson. There are other methods of rapid induction hypnosis. These methods, along with techniques of verbal suggestion, are used by practitioners of Neuro-linguistic programming, a field which some have associated with Mr. Brown's performances, though he denies it. I wonder, though, how he manages to get a cashier at a dog track to pay out on a losing ticket?
posted to MetaFilter by flotson at 8:31 PM on May 11, 2008 (79 comments)

WTF, Nature? is a blog about natural oddities. Kinda like Cute Overload, but with a different adjective.
posted to MetaFilter by owhydididoit at 12:12 PM on May 7, 2008 (12 comments)

Oxford Muse - "a foundation to stimulate courage and invention in personal, professional and cultural life". Browse the self-potraits (autobiographies), participate in projects, go universal, or just learn what the Muse is.
posted to MetaFilter by divabat at 2:07 AM on May 6, 2008 (5 comments)

Never Been. A visual description of a year in the life of a fictional Eastern European village sometime around the early twentieth century. To explore "Never Been" click and drag the story.
posted to MetaFilter by TimTypeZed at 12:18 AM on May 4, 2008 (17 comments)

Dyeing with Kool-Aid basic how-to. The best thing is the color chart. A good idea for a party, maybe? As usual, the folks at Flickr have got the goods: Kool-Aid dyed yarns in the Hand-dyed pool [1], [2], and the Yarn Porn pool, [1], [2]. And if you're one of those people who just hates to do things the easy way? Multi-colored custom yarn with Kool-Aid tutorial part 1 and part 2.
posted to MetaFilter by taz at 10:27 AM on May 2, 2008 (29 comments)

What is the iconic (or just "your favorite") dead-tree product catalog (listing of merchandise for mail-order sale) for your hobby, industry, or trade?
posted to Ask Metafilter by cadastral at 9:23 AM on April 1, 2008 (74 comments)

Famous photographs re-shot with Legos.
posted to MetaFilter by Slithy_Tove at 6:40 PM on March 31, 2008 (39 comments)