![你 认 识 我 吗？Responses: NO 傻 [Do you know me? NO. Fool.]](https://library.bc.edu/answerwall/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/aw071819-2.jpg)
Do I know you? Of course I know you. You’re the person who asked, “Do you know me?” in Chinese. And no, in spite of the comment, you’re not a fool.
你 认 识 我 吗？
Does smoking weed when you’re sick help you?
Marijuana does have anti-nausea properties, among other potential benefits. The Mayo Clinic site (bit.ly/mayo-weed) lists some potential benefits for some conditions, but also advises caution. Side effects vary unpredictably, as does dosage. If I were sick I’d follow tried and true advice: see a doctor and follow their recommendations.
What is the construction going on by Devlin/Fulton?
Good question! I don’t know the answer, but I’ll have my assistants work on finding out, and post an answer here when I know.
Update 7/17/18: My helpers tell me that Facilities Management says it’s several things all at once: manhole reconstruction, with some steam line upgrades, and renovation of the basement auditorium and stairwells in Devlin. All of these impact that outside lawn area.
HOW TO BE GOTH AT BC?
If you hold the spirit of Halloween in your heart all year round, you can be goth anywhere!
CASH is KING! Never again getting a credit card. I am debt free! Yeah!
Kudos to you on becoming debt free! One of my helpers tells me that Bogleheads.org is an excellent community for those seeking personal finance related advice.
tan(10°) + tan(20°) + tan(30°) + … + tan(80°)=?
If you meant what you asked, the answer is 13.2994. A more interesting question with that sequence would be tan(10°)* tan(20°)*tan(30°)* … * tan(80°) = ? Because tan(90°−x) = cotx = 1/tanx, tan(10°)* tan(80°) = tan(10°)*1/tan(10°) = 1. Similarly, the rest of the sequence cancels out with the final answer being 1. However, as a wall, I’m more into geometry than trigonometry – give me more than one right angle, please.
How do I get into BC?
I’ll admit it’s not easy (but they let me in…) I recommend following the requirements here: bit.ly/BC-admissions to the letter. Take your time and do your best work on the essays, and get teachers who think highly of you to write your recommendations (and give them plenty of lead time.) Best wishes!
Best character on Mad Men?
Joan Harris’s rise from secretarial pool to starting her own production company, and the struggle that kind of rise took for a woman in the 60’s, makes for a really compelling storyline. Don Draper is interesting, of course, but also… who really relates to someone who literally invented an entire past? Everyone carries around secrets and lies, but to that degree? He was always too far from upstanding for this wall to relate to.
What’s your favorite rock album? I think I already know…
Dark Side of the Moon
How do you type on stickies?
They go through the printer on a sheet of paper – you would think that would be a recipe for disaster, but so far, so good!
Trump Train or Win with Warren? or …. Communism?
If you’re asking about my own leanings, I’m a Wall, so it’s not in my nature to lean. If you’re asking about the outcomes, just remember that the remarkable thing about a democracy is that everyone who takes part helps write the outcomes. All of these (and many more) are possibilities. I guess you could call me a possibilitarian. I have to just stand here, so please, all of you, be active on my behalf!
I had a great poop today :)
Then a great day it is! Never underestimate the importance of regular bowel movements. You can get very sick when that is not the case.
你 好 吗？(ni hao ma? )
I’m fine, how are you?
Why do farts give me pink eye?
A search on PubMed bit.ly/BCPubMed (the major database of the biomedical sciences) for the subject terms “conjunctivitis” and “flatulence” brings up no results. Equally the National Library of Medicine’s medical information for laymen, MedlinePlus, has no notes about farts in the entry on pinkeye bit.ly/PinkEyeMedlinePlus, but it does say causes include “substances that cause irritation.” I can only assume your farting is quite irritating…
If you were to answer one question, what would it be?
Why?
What is [name redacted] all about? Who ISSSS he?!?!
![What is [name redacted] all about? Who ISSSS he?!?!](https://library.bc.edu/answerwall/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/aw071119-3.jpg)
Well, all I can say for sure is that he’s not a Wall, so I would suppose he’s human? (BTW, I’ve got a rule about not naming names.)
Why is everyone worth being with already in a relationship?
It can look that way sometimes, but it’s never true. Maybe try meeting some people outside your usual circles. And while you’re doing that the situation with the folks you already know may change.
Any tips for coming out to my parents?
That can be really tough. This guide from the Human Right’s Council may help you: bit.ly/OutHRCGuide. BC also has some resources for you: bit.ly/LBGTQBC. I sincerely hope your declaration is met with acceptance and love.
How do I stop suppressing my feelings/emotional needs in a romantic relationship? :(
Ask yourself the question, “What conditions would need to be met for me to be open about my feelings & needs?” If you don’t think those conditions can be met, then either a) you need to work on trust and courage or b) your partner is creating conditions hostile to trust. Or both. Brene Brown has some really great wisdom on courage & vulnerability: bit.ly/BC-brene-brown. Unfortunately, she’s so popular that all the books at BC Libraries are currently checked out. She’s also got some TedTalks and a recent Netflix special worth watching.
What college should we go to?
There are probably many colleges where you will be happy and will be able to study the subjects that interest you. Your high school guidance office should be able to give you advice and perhaps some tools for decision-making. The College Board (the folks that bring us the SAT) also have a tool you could try: bit.ly/WhatCollege4Me. I’d be thrilled if you joined me here, but only if you determine BC would be the right choice for you!