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Is putting ketchup on eggs gross/disgusting?

Is putting ketchup on eggs gross/disgusting?
Is putting ketchup on eggs gross/disgusting?

As a wall, unfortunately I don’t have opportunities to try out different food combinations, so I can’t tell you my personal opinion on ketchup on eggs. However, I do find that food tastes vary widely between people and are really just a matter of personal preference. What might seem gross to some is a wonderful treat for others. I recommend being open minded when it comes to trying different foods and, if you find that you don’t like something, don’t judge others for making a different decision for themselves. In fact, being open minded and slow to judge others is pretty good advice outside of food preferences too!

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I don’t know why I constantly worry about having cancer – Ugh sometimes I’m pretty sure “no you don’t” sometimes I’m like “should I go check” or “is this JUST my worry”. This may sounds ridiculous but the worry is SO REAL

I don't know why I constantly worry about having cancer - Ugh sometimes I'm pretty sure "no you don't" sometimes I'm like "should I go check" or "is this JUST my worry". This may sounds ridiculous but the worry is SO REAL </3 PLEASE ADVISE!
I don’t know why I constantly worry about having cancer – Ugh sometimes I’m pretty sure “no you don’t” sometimes I’m like “should I go check” or “is this JUST my worry”. This may sounds ridiculous but the worry is SO REAL </3
PLEASE ADVISE!

This is an excellent topic to discuss with medical professionals. Openly discuss your fears with your primary care doctor, particularly if you have specific symptoms that you are concerned about or if these thoughts were prompted by a family history of cancer. And, if anxiety about this topic is recurring frequently and/or interfering with other aspects of your life, consider visiting counseling services: bit.ly/BC-counseling. They will be able to help you to come up with strategies for dealing with this recurring worry.

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Do we pay to have therapy dogs come or do they volunteer their time in exchange for pets alone?

Do we pay to have therapy dogs come or do they volunteer their time in exchange for pets alone?
Do we pay to have therapy dogs come or do they volunteer their time in exchange for pets alone?

BC Libraries does not pay to have the therapy dogs here at the library, although we do provide their owners with a parking pass. The dogs and their owners all volunteer their time, either through Therapy Dogs International or through Dog B.O.N.E.S. They are the best, aren’t they?!

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Now I see why people drop out of college

NOW I SE WHY PEOPLE DROP OUT OF COLLEGE
Now I see why people drop out of college

Did you write this because you are feeling stressed about end-of-semester assignments and exams? This time can feel very overwhelming, but there are many people available to help you through this (instructors, friends, advisors, and Univ. Counseling) Just remember that while a few people drop out of BC, the vast majority do eventually finish their programs, and I suspect that vast majority felt stressed and overwhelmed at times too.

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Paineori neomu sireoyo. eotteokajyo? (I really hate final exams. What do I do?)

Korean: Paineori neomu sireoyo. eotteokajyo? [I really hate final exams. What do I do?]
Korean: Paineori neomu sireoyo. eotteokajyo? [I really hate final exams. What do I do?]

You’re not alone; being evaluated causes anxiety for most people. Here are a few things to remember or do that might make the process a little less anxiety-producing: 1. *You* aren’t being evaluated as a good or bad person; what’s being evaluated is just your skill, memory, and understanding regarding a few processes &/or concepts. 2. You’ve been preparing for a whole semester, and professors really try to make sure exams test what’s been taught. As much as it might seem like they’re trying to catch or trick you, they’re not. 3. Think of it like the olympics: what good is all that practice if you don’t get to perform? 4. Visualize success. 5. Study in short bursts with lots of breaks & plenty of rewards. 6. Study with other people & do what you can to make it fun. 7. Remember, no matter how your exams go, they’ll be over soon. If the anxiety is overwhelming, contact counseling services: bit.ly/BC-counseling. I know you can do this! Best of luck!

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How can I ask a cute guy in one of my classes if he’s into fisting without coming across as too forward?

How can I ask a cute guy in one of my classes if he's into fisting without coming across as too forward?
How can I ask a cute guy in one of my classes if he’s into fisting without coming across as too forward?

I don’t think there is a reserved way to ask a stranger if they’re into fisting. You could (and probably should) get to know him VERY well before you ask him. Alternatively, you could start with a conversation about more typical sexual interests and then see where his limits are. Whatever approach you take, please respect any indication that he is uncomfortable with the conversation and stop before you cross a line.

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Women don’t have balls. Where do they store their pee?

Women don't have balls. Where do they store their pee?
Women don’t have balls. Where do they store their pee?

It’s not entirely clear to this Wall why or how this particular misconstrued notion of anatomy became a popular meme, but perhaps this is where Walls–especially Library Walls–differ from humans. If you’d genuinely like to know more about human anatomy, the classic, of course is Gray’s Anatomy of the Human Body, O’Neill Library QM23.2 .G73 1985.

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What advice would you give to a freshman who feels out of place in their social circle?

What advice would you give to a freshman who feels out of place in their social circle?
What advice would you give to a freshman who feels out of place in their social circle?

At BC it seems that people branch out every year & meet new people to add to their social circle, even in senior year! So, don’t feel like it’s too late. One of the best ways to meet new people is to join clubs. Next year go to the Club Fair. Stop by a lot of tables & start going to events. Get involved in Campus Ministry and if you have a faith tradition start attending campus services. You’ll be meeting other people with similar interests and friendships will follow. : )

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I don’t feel so good Mr. Stark

I don't feel so good Mr. Stark
I don’t feel so good Mr. Stark

It sounds as though you’ve seen Avengers: Infinity War. I hope you enjoyed it! You should chat with the person who asked who dies in the movie to help them prepare for the experience.

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Also! Is it not true that BC gets a discounted offer from a grass supplier in exchange for rights to take pictures of their grass on our beautiful campus for marketing purposes?

Also! Is it not true that BC gets a discounted offer from a grass supplier in exchange for rights to take pictures of their grass on our beautiful campus for marketing purposes?
Also! Is it not true that BC gets a discounted offer from a grass supplier in exchange for rights to take pictures of their grass on our beautiful campus for marketing purposes?
Comment: Great Questions
Comment: Great Questions

IDK, but it’s possible, and kudos to BC negotiators if it’s true. Go to kingstonturf.com and tell me whether you see any pictures of BC.

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How can anything be real if Father Leahy isn’t?

How can anything be real if Father Leahy isn't?
How can anything be real if Father Leahy isn’t?

Dear questioner, your “friends are wrong. They have been affected by the skepticism of a skeptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not comprehensible by their little minds. All minds, whether they be adult’s or children’s, are little. In this great universe of ours, humans are a mere insect, an ant, in their intellect as compared with the boundless world about them, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge. Yes, dear questioner, there is a [Fr. Leahy]. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no [Fr. Leahy]! It would be as dreary as if there were no questioners. There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.” bit.ly/yes-virginia-leahy

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How do slugs move?

How do slugs move? Do they glide? Wiggle? Undulate? Slither?
How do slugs move? Do they glide? Wiggle? Undulate? Slither?

In 2010, Lai et al. published an article (bit.ly/sluggymoves) on the locomotion of terrestrial gastropods – snails and slugs (as opposed to marine gastropods like sea slugs). Slugs crawl steadily on their belly or ventral foot. How this takes place is a subject of some controversy. It seems to be driven by a train of periodic muscle contractions (pedal waves) and relaxations (interwaves) from their tails to their heads. These waves interact with a thin layer of mucus that somehow produces a net forward propulsive force. The controversial question is how exactly the mucus layer interacts with the propulsive forces in terms of fluid dynamics. In response to your question, I think undulate would be the most correct.

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Who died in Avengers: Infinity War?

Who died in Avengers: Infinity War?
Who died in Avengers: Infinity War?

As a public space and friend to all students, I can’t share spoilers and risk ruining a new blockbuster movie for those who haven’t had an opportunity to see it yet.

Image of River Song with text

However, I think you could have a worthwhile conversation with the person who posted the “I don’t feel so good Mr. Stark” post-it! If you want to read more about who dies before you see the movie, try this article: bit.ly/infinity-death-list

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Why am I a failure?

Why am I a failure?
Why am I a failure?

“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” This apocryphal quote, often mis-attributed to Albert Einstein, illustrates that everyone is good at something, they just need to find the thing that suits them best. Everyone fails repeatedly; the most important thing is to get back up and keep trying to find what you’re good at. Being in college is all about figuring out what makes you happy, what you’re passionate about, and what you can do to make that your life’s work. You’re not a failure, you’re just still finding your calling.

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Is extreme weather caused by climate change?

Is extreme weather caused by climate change?
Is extreme weather caused by climate change?

Among climate scientists there is a consensus that raising the temperature will increase both the severity and frequency of extreme weather events. It’s a matter of physics: increased energy adds more air circulation and water vapor to the climate, both of which fuel weather events. It’s very hard to say, however, that any particular storm is “caused” by global warming. For an introductory answer to this question, see Storm Surge: Hurricane Sandy, Our Changing Climate, and Extreme Weather of the Past and Future, by Adam Sobel (MIT meteorology PhD): O’Neill Library QC945 .S624 2014.)