Steven S

I'm interested in watching films, mostly Medieval or Baroque costume dramas, that are "off the beaten path". That is, not necessarily the major Hollywood productions. Any suggestions for titles?

I've seen the books on how to draw figures and such in Manga style, but I'd like to know more about panel and page layout (esp. reading right to left), angles and lighting. Can anyone suggest a few good books?

I have had it with the NFL! Are there any minor league football teams in Las Vegas or Henderson, NV that I can attend?

Not that I'm getting into the porn business, I'm just curious. If someone is an actor in pornographic movies, can that person be eligible for Actors' Equity membership?

My Dad recently turned 81 and my brother and I got him a laptop computer. He's up on the net, but I'm concerned that the youthful orientation of much of the internet might discourage him. What software (preferably free) and websites would you suggest for a senior citizen?

I'm looking for a Medieval style monk's robe. I was interested in buying the one shown on Museum Replicas' website (http://www.museumreplicas.com/p-403-monks-robe-and... but was turned off when I saw it was listed as "Dry Clean Only". I'd like one that a bit more "authentic", so if anyone could suggest where I could find fabric patterns for such a cowled design, you will have my thanks in advance.

Just that. Are alfalfa sprouts safe for house cats to eat?

I own a 2006 Toyota Corolla and the factory warranty will be ending this month. I've seen adds for third-party extended warranties, and there is a service available through my credit union. Are they worth the money, or is it pointless to have a warranty extended on a 6 year old car? Also, could I get an extended warranty through the dealership I bought the car from (and if so, should I)?

My father was diagnosed with kidney cancer and needs to have one removed. (The other one is not cancerous.) While I told him that he should have his doctor recommend a dietitian, I need to know what changes he will need to make in his diet. Also, he is not a drinker any any sense, but he likes an occasional beer now and then. What precautions should he take?

My anti-virus program often catches tracking cookies, but every so often one has a ".txt" in the file extension.

Just out of curiosity, how exactly can a text file be used as a tracking cookie?

After getting hemorrhoids, I did some research on home treatment and read that a diet very high in fiber and roughage can help. I changed my diet last year, and just recently I noticed that my hemorrhoids were gone. Not shrunken or smaller, but simply not there anymore. Is this normal?

I own a Lenovo laptop computer running Windows 7 and I'm considering switching to Linux. Can anyone suggest a Linux program for the built-in camera & microphone?

My cousin has come into possession of a bit bull mix puppy. She's white with light blue eyes, but doesn't react to sound. I've even picked her up and whistled near the back of her head, and she didn't even turn around. My cousin is planning to take her to a vet for testing. If she's totally deaf, he's thinking of buying a "shock collar" for training her. Any comments?

I'd like to know what would be the best investment in an indoor amplified HDTV antenna. I can get local stations, but I'd like to see how far I can pick up signals before investing in an outdoor antenna. If you can, please provide model numbers so I can do comparison shopping. Thank you in advance.

Just out of curiosity, has anyone translated the US national anthem in German?

At what singular point did you realize you were in incurable techie or "brainiac" and decided to make it your life's calling?

For me, it was when I saw "Blade Runner" in its first release in 1982. When Roy Batty (played by Rutger Hauer) gave his dying soliloquy (the "tears in rain" speech), I cried. Something synthetic wanted to be human, and could only find humanity in dying.

What your your "nerd moment"?

I'm learning German and I would like to purchase some DVDs with German dialogue. Preferably, I'd like to buy some films that I know the dialogue to with optional German dubbing. I have a multi-region DVD player so it would be no problem to watch them. I've already placed orders for some German films (Downlfall, Munchausen, Goodbye Lenin, Run Lola Run), but I'd like to see some Hollywood films dubbed into German. I would also be open to any children's videos with German & English soundtracks. Any suggestions, besides ordering from Amazon.de?

I bought several packages of firm tofu a few days ago. I tried dicing one up and frying it in a wok with some Mrs. Dash seasoning, and it was pretty good when served with a fried rice mix. Does anyone have any other suggestions on what to do with firm tofu?

I'm a casual seller and don't run a serious retail business on eBay, so can anyone suggest an eBay approved alternative to PayPal that doesn't involve monthly or yearly fees?

What song, melody, or jingle gets stuck in your head to the point that you may end up screaming?

For me, it's the appropriately titled "Can't Get It Out of My Head" by Electric Light Orchestra.