Random thought thread!

Mightynute · 2011-02-06T11:48:27.000Z

What exactly is a “New Asian religion”?

Omniscia · 2011-02-06T12:32:40.000Z

Starcraft?

AaronSofaer · 2011-02-06T16:45:35.000Z

Okay, so, shoes. Where do you go to buy them? I assume that I’m not particularly off-base for wanting to buy shoes in-person rather than over the internet.

I’m not looking for dress shoes (I have those); perhaps boots of some kind, so that I can stop worrying about slipping in the snow?

Omniscia · 2011-02-06T16:53:25.000Z

Rumor has it there are these places called shoe stores.

AaronSofaer · 2011-02-06T16:54:55.000Z

Rumor has it some are better or worse than others.

sinfony · 2011-02-06T16:56:57.000Z

My longest-lasting shoes thus far are a pair of Adidas sneakers. Had them for three years and worn them through all kinds of weather on three different continents. A bit dirty, but otherwise in great condition. Reasonably stylish as well.

Sarkus · 2011-02-06T17:00:50.000Z

AaronSofaer:

Rumor has it some are better or worse than others.

It’s not about the store, it’s about the brand. Use the 'net to identify a brand that has a good reputation and go from there.

VSys114 · 2011-02-06T17:42:58.000Z

AaronSofaer:

Okay, so, shoes. Where do you go to buy them? I assume that I’m not particularly off-base for wanting to buy shoes in-person rather than over the internet.

I’m not looking for dress shoes (I have those); perhaps boots of some kind, so that I can stop worrying about slipping in the snow?

zappos.com

They sell Red Wings and have a free return policy if the boots hurt.

http://www.zappos.com/red-wing-shoes-mens-boots~1

AaronSofaer · 2011-02-06T18:52:33.000Z

Man. A hundred bucks for a pair of boots? That’s more than I was hoping to spend. :(

VSys114 · 2011-02-06T18:56:22.000Z

Shoes and boots are a great example of quality = cost/value.

Omniscia · 2011-02-06T19:44:15.000Z

I recently bought a pair of Keen Anchorage boots, and I absolutely love them. They’re comfortable, somewhat stylish (especially for a men’s winter boot), and so much less clunky than the old LaCrosse lace-ups they replaced.

Cormac · 2011-02-08T13:43:40.000Z

So why have two basic food items (Ham & Cheese) become descriptions of bad overacting?

kerzain · 2011-02-08T13:52:30.000Z

Not to mention films that are real turkeys.

VSys114 · 2011-02-08T14:06:44.000Z

Maybe “ham” came from overacting Hamlets.

Freezer-TPF · 2011-02-08T14:10:42.000Z

AaronSofaer:

Man. A hundred bucks for a pair of boots? That’s more than I was hoping to spend. :(

Try Rack Room or Off Broadway Shoes.

VSys114 · 2011-02-08T14:29:32.000Z

If you get divorced realize that all the cutesy couples-crap you bought together has to get divorced too, like those matching his and hers robes.

walTer · 2011-02-08T15:37:30.000Z

I really hate people that constantly finish sentences for people…while they are STILL talking. I swear, I am gonna hit this person over the head with a keyboard if she doesn’t stop doing it!

kerzain · 2011-02-08T15:44:10.000Z

Maybe you should take it as a sign that you need to speak faster, or get to the point.

walTer · 2011-02-08T16:16:30.000Z

…there…is…that…

VSys114 · 2011-02-08T17:11:21.000Z

walTer:

I really hate people that constantly finish sentences for people…while they are STILL talking. I swear, I am gonna hit this person over the head with a keyboard if she doesn’t stop doing it!

If somebody speaks over you in normal conversation, stop talking immediately, stare at them until they stop talking, and wait exactly three seconds. They will ask you to go on.

If they are just shouting over you, sweep the leg.