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(Created on 27th January 2008)
Vote #31
Question:
With no shame, I freely admit that I've taken this week's vote from time magazine. They've created a few top ten lists for 2007 and I thought I'd pass one on - what do you think the biggest medical breakthrough was in 2007?
Results:
Vaccine against bird flu, Genetic link to diabetes and Pills to avoid periods tied with 33% of the votes each from the following:
- Circumcision can prevent HIV (0%)
- (Better) tests for metastatic breast cancer (0%)
- Vaccine against bird flu (33%)
- Drugs to help dieting (0%)
- Genetic link to diabetes (33%)
- Pills to avoid periods (33%)
- Drug to aid chronic fatigue (0%)
- Early-stage test for lung cancer (0%)
- Stem cells found in amniotic fluid (0%)
- More benefits of vitamin D found (0%)
Analysis:
To be honest, I don't think many people could be bothered to read through all the options for this vote. And judging by the complete lack of response, this was enough to put most people off from voting. So, a really inconclusive vote resulting in a tie between bird flu vaccine, genetic link to diabetes and pills to eliminate periods.
There could also be a complete lack of interest in medical breakthroughs.
(Created on 3rd February 2008)
Vote #32
Question:
We've all seen it. You're working away on your computer and you start an application up. It fails to load and then you get the message pop up to tell you it's crashed and it asks you whether or not you want to send the error report to Microsoft. My guess is that most people just ignore this and click cancel, but to find out, we ask in this week's vote whether anyone has anyone ever clicked the “send” button when this happens.
Results:
No was the clear winner with 67% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes (33%)
- No (67%)
- I’ve never had an application crash (0%)
- I don’t use Windows (0%)
Analysis:
After the disappointing vote from last week, we make amends with this extremely well participated vote. The first conclusion we can draw from this vote is that we've all used Windows and have all had an application crash. I don't think that's surprising and, by and large, it's probably not Microsoft's fault as the error probably lies within the underlying application. It's also clear that most of us want to fly under the radar screen and not alert Microsoft to the problems we're having. Well, I suppose it would be fair to say “if you're not going to be part of the solution, don't complain about the problem.” Not that I'm suggesting anyone's complaining, but I do get the feeling that people complain about computer related things without wanting to help fix the problem. Probably the most common would be complaining at how long it takes for a computer to boot up, only to realize that it's because of all the “stuff” the end user has put on the machine.
Anyway, best finish up this analysis soon before my computer crashes and I lose everything I've done.
(Created on 10th February 2008)
Vote #33
Question:
As Hallmark looks forward to another trial date that it can get consumers to spend money (not that I'm giving away how I'm going to vote here), we try and find out if you've succumbed to the tradition. Will you be getting your true love anything for Valentine's Day?
Results:
Al Capone was the only person to get it right was the clear winner with 71% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes (0%)
- No (29%)
- Al Capone was the only person to get it right (71%)
Analysis:
Don't touch me baby 'cus I'm shaking so much
Don't touch me baby 'cus I'm shaking so much
Please don't touch
I shake .... so much
As the trigger is pulled and the hammer falls, we hear the sounds that can mean only one thing - it's St. Valentine's Day Massacre.
And they're the sounds we'd rather hear than “I love you”. Who said there's no such thing as romance?
(Created on 17th February 2008)
Vote #34
Question:
Lying in my hospital bed (yes, that's how dedicated I am to this site - I'm in hospital and yet I'm still committed to entering a vote question), there's only one thing that I need to know. Will I make it to Fontana for the NASCAR race next weekend?
Results:
Yes was the clear winner with 57% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes (57%)
- No (0%)
- Why bother? (43%)
Analysis:
Interesting, nobody voted for “no” which would have been the correct answer. It seems like my stay at the hospital has been extended and I'm going to need a little more treatment, so I'm missing out on the rain delayed races of Fontana. The majority of people seemed to be optimistic that I would make it, but there also seems to be a significant number of people that just don't understand why I'd even want to watch cars going round and round in circles. To this latter group I say “shut it until you've tried it”. Anyway, Maybe Vegas next week - lets see.
(Created on 24th February 2008)
Vote #35
Question:
In a long thought through follow up to last week's question, I ask whether or not I'm going to make it to the NASCAR Vegas Race? I'm still in hospital and things are not looking too optimistic for me to get out of here, but hope springs eternal.
Results:
Yes was the clear winner with 83% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes (83%)
- No (17%)
- Only if Vegas is on the funeral route (0%)
Analysis:
Well, many thanks to everyone for not voting that I'd be dead and being led through Vegas in the back of a hearse. That said, I still didn't make it unfortunately. Never mind, there's always next year.
Congratulations to Carl Edwards for two in a row. Looks like this maybe a good season for him especially if he gets off to the same start in the Cup series as he had in the Busch series last year.
(Created on 2nd March 2008)
Vote #36
Question:
So I missed all the sporting events due to illness, but lonely old Mr O also made a decision that caused him to miss some of the NASCAR activities. He decided to leave the race early to beat traffic and get back into Vegas to meet a friend. Understandable and I may have done the same thing myself had I been at the race on my own, but it meant he missed the big Jeff Gordon crash and grand finale of the race.
So this week we ask whether you have or think it's acceptable to leave a sporting event ever?
Results:
Yes if the event is really bad was the clear winner with 50% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes regardless (0%)
- Yes if the event is really bad (50%)
- Yes to beat traffic (0%)
- No (13%)
- Never under penalty of death (38%)
Pre-Result Discussion
13:43:09
3rd March 2008
07:05:10
5th March 2008
18:02:57
5th March 2008
Now if you ask me the quetion with Cricket specifically i might say it’s OK because you can leave the game erly on sunday to beat traffic , and come back the next day as the game is still not over...
Analysis:
Bit of a broad question leading to a mixed response. Seems that it really depends on the event in question and whether it's any good. I suppose if you're bored out of your mind then there's no reason to stay which is presumably why the majority voted that it was OK to leave early if the event is bad.
Interesting comment about cricket. Maybe not the fastest sport, but compared to boules/petanque it's got to be more interesting to watch. Plus you can sit on a crate of beer whilst you're doing it in order to help get through the day.
Ultimately though, some strong feelings for leaving early with the threat of death looming overhead. I guess if you're a true fan, you gotta stay and cheer the team on.
(Created on 9th March 2008)
Vote #37
Question:
Hopefully I'm on the mend and moving forward so it's time to think of more cheery things. I was supposed to be on holiday/vacation when the cascade of illnesses happened, but the worst of it seems to be over so lets look forward and think about what we should do for a holiday/vacation. Therefore we ask - what is your favorite type of holiday/vacation?
Results:
Sightseeing/Tour was the clear winner with 71% of the votes from the following selection:
- Activity (0%)
- Adventure (0%)
- Beach (0%)
- Camping (14%)
- Cruise (0%)
- Family/Home (14%)
- Party/Nightclubbing (0%)
- Sightseeing/Tour (71%)
- Theme Park (0%)
Analysis:
Interesting! I was expecting a lot of votes in the action and/or adventure categories. Guess I should know that my audience is comprised of lazy bastards. Well, we're OK pottering around and doing a bit of sightseeing, but not abseiling or parachuting I guess. I think the thing is that most of us like to see something new (I know I do) - running the theme that variety is the spice of life. So I know there are a few of you out there that like action holidays such as skiing, but this may not be the number one choice - that probably goes to visiting somewhere new and interesting.
Also good to see the family, although I'm not sure I'd put this top of my list. I have no idea who likes camping, but good on you. I'll stick with my luxuries such as hot and cold running water and a toilet.
Back to the winners - here's hoping you visit somewhere interesting this year.
(Created on 16th March 2008)
Vote #38
Question:
Wow! What an exciting start to the Formula 1 season. Congratulations to Lewis Hamilton for a perfect race and being pretty much the only driver to stay away from any of the incidents. So, will Ferrari and McLaren dominate again for another season or will there be a new team challenging? So this week's question is which team do you think will pose the biggest threat to Ferrari and McLaren?
Results:
BMW Sauber was the clear winner with 60% of the votes from the following selection:
- BMW Sauber (60%)
- Force India (0%)
- Honda (0%)
- Red Bull (0%)
- Renault (0%)
- Torro Rosso (0%)
- Super Aguri (0%)
- Toyota (20%)
- Williams (20%)
Analysis:
Well, didn't get too much of a positive response to this question. Seems like most of you out there felt this question was too specific and that you really didn't have any basis on which to comment.
Sorry - normal service is now resumed with the next question. The thing was I'd been ill again and had been watching both Formula 1 and NASCAR which led me to either ask a question about being ill (not much fun) or one on motor racing. I picked Formula 1 to at least try and be country independent. Anyway, it's done, lets move on.
So, to the analysis. Well, it seems that the votes have gone for BMW and certainly the first two races would indicate that this is a good choice. I also like the vote for Toyota as I think they've come a long way and are now pushing the podium. What I'm really after is both of these winning at least one race each just to make it more interesting. There's probably an outside chance that Red Bull may get up there as well, but they may just be a tad behind the other two.
Not really sure about the rest. I do have a soft spot for Williams particularly as I went to Siverstone with Mr O as a Williams guest, but sadly I think they're struggling to remain competitive.
(Created on 23rd March 2008)
Vote #39
Question:
As many of you may have noticed, I added a few CDs to the RagBox this week (Edit - RagBox removed from site). Now, what I realized when I bought the CDs online was that I seemed to be going for the “limited edition” versions of each album where one was available. I looked through my collection (well, the stuff I have here in the States) and noticed that I had rather a large number of “limited edition” CDs. Basically, I doubt there's much of a limited nature of these - limited to the number of people who want to buy them perhaps. Additionally, what else do you get? Some sort of trinket (bottle openers, ticket stubs, key chains ...) and a DVD where the band is recording one or two of the songs that you'll watch maybe once. All for double the price of the basic CD that has on it the only bits you really want.
So I reach out to all of you to find out what you do and so this week's question is - do you buy the “limited edition” versions of CDs/DVDs when available?
Results:
Yes was the clear winner with 80% of the votes from the following selection:
- Yes (80%)
- No (20%)
- Nothing I like has been limited (0%)
- I don’t buy CDs/DVDs (0%)
Pre-Result Discussion
02:30:10
24th March 2008
That said, I have been known to fall into the trap of buying the special limited editions with the bonus DVD, take the CD out of the case, put it in the car and then forget about the DVD completely and it’s never to be seen again.
Let’s face it, it’s another way to part you from your money, it’s all sizzle and no sausage as an ex-colleague of mine would say.
Analysis:
Very good observations by Triple X above. Yes, 'tis all a scam to get you to part with your money, but we're all suckers when it comes to the bands we love as you just don't want to miss out on those one or two tracks that are on the best of album. Even though they are demo versions that the band made when they were drunk and most of the time you can hear someone laughing in the background (or is that just the music I listen to).
I do, however, feel very sad for Triple X's friend's loss of sausage. I thought I was having a bad run of luck going in and out of hospital, but at least my sausage remains intact. Guess the friend won't be doing much going in and out of anything.
Congrats to those of you that have the will power to hold off from these tricks. Either you're smart enough to not be suckered or you just download the songs you want rather than buying albums in the first place.
(Created on 30th March 2008)
Vote #40
Question:
After spending yet another week in hospital, I find myself seriously lacking in inspiration for the trivial - something which I normally have no problem thinking about. Anyway, after racking my brain cell for 30 seconds, I run the risk of publishing another vote question that will not be understood by everyone, but here's what I've come up with - should I take the blue pill or the red pill?
Results:
Blue was the clear winner with 57% of the votes from the following selection:
- Blue (57%)
- Red (29%)
- I can’t help I’m color blind (14%)
Pre-Result Discussion
19:52:06
30th March 2008
10:36:38
31st March 2008
Analysis:
The blue pill?? Huh! I laugh at your blue pill. I waggle my private parts in the direction of your blue pill whilst making snorting noises at your suggestion.
Triple X does have a point in that the little blue diamond may be interesting, but the blue pill that sends you back to sleep so you can wake up and pretend nothing happened - not very adventurous.
So, we're going to take the red pill. Turning the metaphoric into the literal, this means I'm going to start treatment of a new drug next week. Pushing the envelope of genetic treatments I will be taking Humira which I think may have some component of rodent DNA in it somewhere. Kind of hoping that this is going to work as I'm running out of other treatments. That said, Mr. O has kindly suggested that a simple operation to insert a rather large bung would probably do the trick. I have to say, I'm thinking this may be the easiest solution. Also makes me wonder as they've suggested I eat a banana each day and maybe I should be inserting these akin to the old “banana in the tail pipe” gag.
20:25:56
2nd March 2008