EconoDork

I recently decided to do the man bag or better known as the "murse." So, I'm a guy --- well, I'm a gay guy and I'm 22. I just graduated college and now I'm moving to a major U.S. city, so I thought --- why not do the man bag thing if I have a lot of walking around, but maybe I went overboard. I don't think that wearing a bag is bad at all ... in fact, I think more guys should reap the benefits... but what the hell, is spending so much money on a murse justifiable? Has anyone dug so deep for a piece of leather that is going to be on the Barneys clearance rack in a few months anyway?

Help.

By the way --- does anyone know of any other places to shop for trendy "murses" for less dough?

I was just wondering, does anyone know how long it takes to get a Barney's credit card? I applied on-line... I'm so impatient... I probably should have just done it in-store.

Any ideas?

I've always been a faithful Volvo driver, but in the next few months, I want to purchase a Mercedes-Benz.

Currently, I own a Volvo S60. I am a 22 year old guy, urban-city lifestyle, pretty conservative, yet my career needs something stylish and somewhat trendy, no kids or family.

I want to save on gas and I try to conserve and respect the environment. Knowing this, which Mercedes-Benz would be best for me?

+ C-Class C300 4MATIC

+ E-Class BlueTEC

+ SLK300

+ M-Class M320 BlueTEC

Also, if you know other car brands and models which are in the same category as Mercedes-Benz, or similar in pricing to my choices, which are more environmentally-responsible, I'd love to know. Thanks!

I'm so upset about this.

I have been an AMEX Gold Card member since 2007, but today I found out my card was canceled by American Express, for good.

When I got the card I had a 740 FICO score. I've never missed a payment, and although I am younger (22), I have other credit cards (since 2005) which I pay monthly and have never had an issue, either.

Currently, as of March 24, 2009, I have a FICO of 750, but outstanding debt of $110K (student loans). I didn't really see the issue though, I have a job now where I make $120K a year --- I make all the payments, was I *seriously* that much of a risk?

I am worried now because if it happened to me once, it could happen to be TWICE (my other credit accounts). Did this happen to any of you? What did you do... what should I do? I feel that I personally shouldn't even think about paying off my other credit card balances in full or they will cancel those cards, too!

:(

This is really only for MAC buyers... and those who buy MAC often:

What other brands are as good as, or better than MAC --- brands that are priced similarly as well?

ALSO, why do you buy the other brands...

Of course --- if you're ONLY a MAC buyer, say that, too.

:) Thanks!

Haha, I had a hard time coming up with a title.

I am a gay guy, I have been single for 1.5 years now. I am 22, 5'10", 160lbs, good build --- I don't feel there is anything wrong with me, but I have been single for 1.5 years. What is it, just lack of "community," or what...

I don't even know if I am looking for someone who's Mr. Perfect... I just want Mr. Hot, Sexy, and Right NOW.

I currently go to school in Virginia --- so, already there's an issue. But I actively try to go on dates, go to clubs, meet people on-line...

I dunno, is it because I'm 22 and over the hill now, what venues should I try? Seriously, if I'm single for 2 whole years, I'm borderline pathetic I think, lol, especially in the gay world.

... Suggestions to get more attention? Your experiences?

Okay, so, I want the truth ---

That being said, I want the truth from people who have actually BEEN through the law school application experience --- if someone has been in my shoes completely, even better.

My profile:

- Undergraduate senior at a competitive top 30 National University

- GPA, 3.10

- LSAT, 168

- Majors, Economics and Spanish

- Tons of activities, including service trips, study abroad, and I am also a business owner.

- Fluent in Spanish and Dutch

- 1st generation Dutch-American (parents born in Netherlands)

Applying to (not sure about all, but maybe 5):

- University of Miami

- Tulane University

- Washington University in St. Louis

- University of Amsterdam

- McGill University

- Harvard

- University of Illinois–Urbana-Champaign

- Northeastern

Please be brutally honest!

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Hey everyone,

I currently have T-Mobile and my contract is going to be expiring in July 2008. I have always disliked T-Mobile and was a subscriber because of where I moved to and also because I thought they had the cheapest packages.

From your experiences, who is the most reliable and cheapest U.S. cellular phone service?

Just wondering:

How do you feel when you go to a drugstore, or outlet where your favorite cosmetics are sold (or maybe cosmetics that you have never tried before) and they are clearanced or discounted heavily.

- Do you have less faith in the product?

- Are you more apt to buy the product?

What are your opinions...

and I am not talking a BUY ONE GET ONE special for a week, I am talking about shades that discontinue, or products that are not in production any more, where retailers are trying to get ready of them.

In your opinion,

Should your, or your girlfriend's/boyfriend's make-up be,

FLAWLESS, as in, there is a general noticiablity, but NOT a caked-up effect (that is, it's not a disaster area). I am talking about, full-coverage foundation, cheek color, eye liner, mascara, bright eye shadow colors and/or lipstick.

or

NATURAL, limited coverage, spot treatment --- or has earth tones. Basically, there is limited to no make-up on the face, but there may be some -- such as a pressed powder, or small amount of mascara.

Well, what do you think? Do you also think it depends on the time of day, or should someone be FLAWLESS all the time?

Just wondering straight people:

Do you know what TOP and BOTTOM mean? If you do, respond below. Don't let other people's answers influence you; answer on your own.

I will select the correct answer and award 10 points to the person who gets it correctly.

Oh, and straight people only.... gay people would be cheating.

How easily are you persuaded to try new makeup brands?

What does it take for you to say, buy something that you know and trust and risk a sum of money on make-up that may be awful, or wonderful?

Just wondering, do cell phones actually function when they are in-flight... I mean, it's just so high? I have never tried it because I know that it's ILLEGAL, but I mean, has anyone tried using their cell phone while on a domestic/international flight and had it work.... text messaging or otherwise?

Senior in college, wondering if choosing a law school abroad is a wise idea or not... would appreciate any advice for people who have had similar situations or have considered this possibility. This is NOT about a study abroad in law school.