What is your opinion on buying Kpop albums? Are they a waste?
Not a waste at all! Some people prefer to just download their music, but many others choose to buy albums for several reasons (and this doesn’t just apply to K-pop, but all music in general):Supports the artist. Buying albums show a direct way to support the artist, especially K-pop groups. Award shows often look at album sales to choose winners for certain awards. Album sales also indicate the success and popularity of a group. Music charts such as Billboards and Gaon record album sales and whatnot to determine their placement. For example, BTS was placed #1 on the Gaon chart for selling the most copies in 2016. According to the chart, BTS sold 750,000+ copies of WINGS, which definitely proves their success in the industry. BTS is also currently on the Billboards 200 chart and are #61 for YOU NEVER WALK ALONE. Keep in mind, this is a Top 200 chart, and includes music from the West and whatnot, making this extremely impressive that BTS is on there.The goodies that come with the albums! Unlike most American/Western albums, K-pop albums are actually a package deal. When you buy albums, often you get a bunch of exclusive goodies such as photobooks, photocards, posters, and of course, the CD itself. Again, using BTS as an example, their WINGS album consists of a 96–page photobook, 1 polaroid photocard (the group member on the card is a mystery, and you won’t know until you open the package, making it more fun and exciting to buy. Also, this is a good marketing strategy), a folded poster of the group, etc.Sentimental value. Though the majority of people these days don’t really buy albums anymore, due to the easy access of music on platforms such as Youtube and Spotify, there are still a lot of listeners who like to collect albums for sentimental value, or even just because they love the group so much they want a physical copy of their music. It’s a sentimental and personal way to show your dedication to a group’s music. Besides going to a concert or a show, buying a group’s album is the best and the most sincere way you can show support and love for their music.
I need people's opinions on The Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass...?
I haven't played it yet, but from my (reliable) sources, reviews I've read, and friends, it's extremely good. Yes, it is a continuation of the storyline of The Wind Waker. From what I understand, Tetra is kidnapped and Link teams up with a fairy named Ciela and a man named Linebeck (who has a customizable ship you use) to rescue her. Some drawbacks I've heard is that the music isn't as spectacular as some other games, but I'm assuming that frees up space for the gameplay. Another is that the stylus is a bit hard to be accurate with, but everyone I've heard complain about that said it doesn't have too much a negative effect. If you want to know anything else about the gameplay before you buy it, feel free to contact me; again, I haven't yet played it because my DS is broken, but I have read up heavily on the subject.
Abnormal Pap Smear..I want to get a second opinion?
I had my first pap smear done in Jan of this year. The results came back and my doctor told me that I had a yeast infection and I was also tested positive of high risk HPV. She said that when she examined me she did not see any warts but have some abnormal cells and arranged for me to see another gyne for a colposcopy. She still hold me to the yeast infection and not HPV. What does that mean? She explained it to me before but I still don't understand. Also before I go for the colposcopy, I want to get another pap smear done at another clinic to be sure whether or not if I have this virus in my system. Would the colposcopy can tell if I have this virus in my system or should I get another pap done to be sure before I go for this treatment? Have anyone been through this before? Thanks
My loving partner's opinion aside, should I get a motorcycle license at the age of 30?
Lots of opinions here, so I’ll try to stick to facts. If it’s about convincing your lady:Despite what old-timers or soccer-moms insist, in some ways motorcycles are SAFER than cars. In the mainstream view of what “safe” is, yes they are more dangerous. Here are the two main types of safety:Primary safety - features that help you avoid a collision: small size, dexterity, agility, braking, and accelerating away from hazards to name a few. Advantage: motorcycle *with a properly trained riderSecondary safety - features that help crash survival: enclosures, airbags, crumple zones, mass, and weight. Advantage: car *with any ol asshat who’s driving while on their cellphoneIMO continued training and upkeep through practice, coupled with good judgement is more critical than age. Unfamiliarity and reflexes can be improved upon, as long as you care enough. Would you try to teach yourself how to fly an airplane?Beware of those who speak in absolutes and hyperbole. Someone who claims they’re an expert because just they’ve done something for 30yrs…could very well be awful because they’ve been doing it wrong for 30yrs.Ultimately, if you have to keep asking yourself if it’s right for you…it’s probably not. Motorcycling does not lend itself to the under-confident, know thyself.
How do I get a second opinion when my daughter is in the NICU?
I am so angry/ frustrated right now! My daughter Emmalee was born 1 week ago today, she was born at gestational age 33 Weeks. How ever she is doing fantastic! She has never had to be on a ventilator always room air she has done PERFECTLY with all of her feedings. She is breast feeding as much as they will allow her to and today she took a bottle also. The hospital has a feeding protocol she has been breast feeding 1 time per shift (every 12 hours) well today I was told she could start feeding protocol... I guess all the breast feedings she has been doing have been practice and they are now officially starting the protocol??? I am confused I don't understand. She acts hungry and is rooting about every 3 hours she is showing us she is hungry and she has been at a full feeding 32 cc's .hey still want to feed her by that stupid tube for no reason at all other than I think it is easier for them. She is constantly gaining weight. She holds her temp just fine she breast feeds better than my other kids ever did and honestly I don't understand why she is in the NICU. Of course she is small but she really acts just like a full term baby would. All of her AP GARD scores have been 9's. I am so sick of people telling me when I can and can't hold my baby. When I can feed her. How long she has has to eat... etc... I am at my breaking point and I don't know what to do. I really think they are not being aggressive enough with her. I think they are taking there sweet time because I have outstanding insurance! Of course I want what ever is best for her... she is my baby! I don't think that her being there is the best thing for her. I have 2 other kids that cry constantly because they want to meet there baby sister. ^ years and 4 years and I am so worried that they are getting depressed because of our situation. They beg me everyday mom I won't touch her can you just bring her to the window... and there is no window for them to peek in at her. So I need help I need advice. Has anyone ever been through this or something similar? Any advice or comments would be greatly appreciated! Thanks
Should I seek a second opinion about getting a root canal?
Hi, while all root canals are not 100% guaranteed to work, they do work the majority of the time. I have one myself and have never had a problem. When I was about your age I did not have dental insurance, and was not yet a hygienist. I had a tooth pulled that could have been saved from a root canal, and boy have I regretted it ever since. I have now had an implant placed in the area that I had the tooth pulled with a crown on top of the implant. Cost about 2500 hundred dollars. That is with my dental professional discount. If you can save the tooth with a root canal do it. Not all dentists are trying to scam you, I don't understand this belief. Do not listen to the above person that said you will loose that tooth and two others. That is dental ignorance. If you feel uncomfortable with your dentists diagnosis get a second opinion. There are no absolutes in dentistry just like the medical profession. You can never predict how something will work. There are too many variables. Patient compliance is a huge part of dental success or failure. If you are not going to do the work at home to make your dentition better then you may as well not spend the money. Dentists like doctors are not miracle workers, they can only do what they think is the best course for you. My advice being a dental professional and a root canal recipient? Get a second opinion, then If the second opinion matches with the first, go for it. It will save you aggravation in the end. The more teeth you lose, the more bone you lose, which ends up making you look older then you are. You know the sunken cheek look?
I would like to get alternative opinion of this AMWAY business 'cult' i was pressured into recently?
3 weeks ago i had a phone call from a friend who invited me to a presentation in a Hotel Suite in London , however it turned out to be a very interesting MLM presentation for AMWAY which was no doubt convincing, i thought i'd try it and register so i filled out a form and a direct debit mandate(for them to take YOUR ££'S out of YOUR bank account)in order to register as an IBO.I smelt a rat from the start but in hindsight i probably did because of pressure,it gets worst, against my better judgement ive agreed to go to Sweden in June for another huge 3 day conference where im told my business(for them) will increase,but Of course it will because 12000 ppl will be there and they will brainwash me for 3 days continuously 100's of miles from home in Sweden. I would like to hear from ppl about this business MLM 'cult'.Although i was foolish enough to register as an 'IBO' in the first place i knew they were using very clever mind control techniques e.g the sheep factor&fear of loss.
What factors do you consider when purchasing a product?
1 - Product or manufacturer reputation. If I buy something that I know is good because of the company reputation (like consumer electronics), I would be willing to pay more for the name. For example, I paid significantly more for a Sony LCD HDTV a few years back, because I have always preferred Sony's TVs and it just seemed to be a better product than any others. I will also buy Klipsch speakers sight unseen, because I know I like the sound of their products. Same with things like canned goods. I always get a name brand (like Del Monte) instead of the generic label stuff, because I have found that some generic brands have inconsistent quality, while the name bands are always good. 2 - Quality. This is especially true for food and drink products. Like I mentioned above, I'll pay more for better quality canned goods. Also, fresh produce and even alcoholic beverages. I don't think anything of spending $30 for a bottle of Maker's Mark whiskey, when an off brand like Evan Williams costs half as much. 3 - Price. I will buy something on sale before I pay full price if there's little difference between the products. 4 - Seller reputation. Especially on line, I check out a seller's reputation by looking at feedback they're received from customers (like eBay's feedback or Amazon's customer reviews). I also won't buy a product from a particular store if I have consistently had problems with it. For example, there's an independent grocer near my house that sells rotisserie chickens for about $6 apiece. But, about three times in a row I got one that was overcooked and mushy, and had to throw it out. I've also bought bricks of cheese that were kind of funky and discolored on the inside a couple of times. So, now I don't even bother and I'll go somewhere else for those things, even though it's a longer drive or it costs more.