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Got a question on anything else that keeps you awake at night? (What are the top dental hygiene tips for armadillos? Under what circumstances is it socially acceptable to dangle a leopard-skin thong from your ear?)

You can ask me anything! Yes, anything! Whether it’s serious or absurd, your question might be featured in a future “Ask Dave” column!

The rules:

1)      If you ask a ridiculous question, expect a ridiculous answer.

2)      If you ask a ridiculous question, you might not get an answer at all.

3)      By asking a question here, you give me permission to use it on this website and elsewhere, and you acknowledge you will not be compensated for its use.

4)      While I do my best to answer all e-mail I receive, it sometimes takes me a while. Your patience is appreciated.

5)      You agree not to sue me if the answer I provide is wrong, damaging, stupid, or causes you to lose an argument with your spouse.

If these dictatorial rules do not frighten you, ask away! If I use your question in a future online column, I’ll let you know!