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    How long to get new passport?

    Have you applied for a passport (new or renewal) since Covid? Have you received your new passport yet? I tried a Search but didn't find any recent results. I've got cabin fever being stuck at home. I would like to travel to Europe as soon as restrictions are lifted and museums have opened...
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    Star Trek Discovery - Saru question

    Is it just me, or is Commander Saru's appearance & mannerisms based on Tim Gunn?
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    How to travel carry on with epi pen?

    Hi My doctor and I recently decided I should carry an epi pen with me in case of a life-threatening allergy situation. How do I handle carrying an epi pen as I take carry-on luggage only? Should I give the pen to the flight attendants during the flights? Should I just FedEx it to my hotel...
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    How does an encrypted email svc work with an unencrypted one (gmail, etc)?

    Can a E-R fan help me? I am low tech. I would like to leave gmail and get an email service that encrypts my emails. What I don't understand - Do my emails remain encrypted when I send them to someone using gmail, yahoo, or some other unencrypted / free service? Or should I consider only...
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    Movies set in Quebec City, Canada?

    Good afternoon, Do you have any movies to recommend which are set in Quebec City, Canada? I love watching fiction movies set in a place to which I will soon travel. Very fun. I'm planning a family reunion to take place in Quebec City and would love to have a list of movies for people to...
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    Please post your favorite podcasts

    I love podcasts. Below is my list. I'd love to read yours! 99% Invisible - design Aloud at Los Angeles Library - lectures Boston Calling - BBC production reporting on US to Brits Clark Howard - consumer advocate EntreLeadership - Ken Coleman, advice for small biz The Feed - cooking...
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    Vanguard article on medical costs in retirement

    Someone on MMM posted this link to terrific and comprehensive article on medical costs in retirement. "Planning for Health Care Costs in Retirement" https://personal.vanguard.com/pdf/ISGPLHC.pdf
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    Men: your volunteer services / interests when in 40s & 50s?

    Good day, gentlemen I'm writing a book about volunteerism. Most of my personal experience has been with women's groups. Would you please tell me what kind of volunteer services you did and / or special interest groups you participated in when you were in your 40s and 50s? And what attracted...
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    Philadelphia - should I retire there?

    I'm a west coast city gal. I'm thinking of moving to Philadelphia or Atlanta. I'm interested in museums, ballet, volunteer work, making new friends. If you live or have lived in Philadelphia, I'd love to read your opinions and comments. Thanks for your help!
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    What is kindest ways to get ppl to not talk about grandchildren?

    Please help me find kind words that will work. I've recently moved to a new town and started socializing with a gal I met. She is smart, educated, reads the news, has interests similar to mine (museums, etc) but she goes on and on about her 2 year old granddaughter. She will get a grandson in...
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    Smart bags could soon be banned on flights

    From CNN.com this morning - Many smart bags could soon be banned on most U.S. flights. My note - Not only might we want to leave these bags at home, we probably shouldn't give smart bags as gifts this holiday season. Back to CNN: "Smart bags, also known as smart luggage, have become more...
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    What country has lowest fail rate for dental implants?

    Thanks for reading! If you know info or can tell me how to get it, I would appreciate that very much! I'm going to be living part time in Europe. I need a dental implant and a redo on a failed root canal. After the failed root canal, I am less concerned with cost than with success rate. Do...
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    How do I get a tax ID number in Mexico?

    Hi, All My friend has a timeshare in Mexico may want to rent out his timeshare. He now needs a tax ID number for Mexico. If you know the website in English where I can help him apply online and would post that, it would be a huge help. Thank you!
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    Good hotel in London for $200 - $250 a night?

    Hi, ER Can you recommend a good hotel in central London costing $200-$250usd a night? My knees no longer do stairs, so I need a hotel with a lift/elevator. A hotel with a seating area in the lobby where I can read in the evenings after spending the days at the museums and sites would be nice...
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    Can you recommend a forum for caregivers?

    My dear friend has been caregiving for her husband for the last two years and he is getting worse. She would like to participate in a caregivers' forum to learn and to share support. I've not been able to find a good one. Do you have a forum to recommend? Thanks!
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    Does heavy cream count as a lotion in carry on?

    I have a few trips coming up involving connections with puddle jumpers. I don't dare check a suitcase. I know about the 3-1-1 rule. But I'm not clear if heavy cream (like in a jar) counts as liquid. I assume lotion does, but does heavy cream? It's a terrific foot cream that works wonders...
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    Your suggestions for travel forums?

    Hi, All I'm happily planning a trip to Europe and viewing various travel message boards. I like our Travel subforum, FlyerTalk.com Fodors.com Do you know of any great travel forums - especially ones containing great info on Europe? Please share. Thanks!!!
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    Question about internet dating site use

    I was just reading an old thread about internet dating. Interesting comments! I have a question that wasn't answered there so I hope to get some comments in this thread. Would someone please explain this - While trying a few internet dating sites awhile ago, several guys wrote to me saying...
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    What city to visit for the month of January?

    I live in the north and I am done with dark and gray in January. Would you recommend a city for me to live during the month of January? I'd like to try east coast or south. I like museums, ballet, great restaurants. Perhaps I'll spend a week in 4 cities. I like New Orleans but a week would...
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