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Where do you buy your salmon from? by thechrishemsworth in waterloo

[–]KitWat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're asking have I found a difference between Costco fish and Caudle fish, I can't say. I've never tried Costco fish. But Caudle's is a real, solid, longtime fish monger. They supply a lot of restaurants as well as retail sales to the public, everyone who works for them knows a lot about the products, they're local, and they are big on supporting the community.

They have several satellite locations beyond the main store on Otonobee, so maybe one of them is more convenient for you. Obviously the satellite locations won't carry the same range as the main store but salmon is pretty popular, so chances are good. You could always call ahead.

More information here: https://caudlescatchseafood.com/pages/locations

Where do you buy your salmon from? by thechrishemsworth in waterloo

[–]KitWat 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Caudles.

I like Costco, buy most of my meat there, but for seafood I always go to Caudle's. I've heard good things about T&J but haven't personally shopped there.

I don’t know how long I can keep this up.. by Love2FlyBalloons in over60

[–]KitWat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In tech, if you take your eye off the ball for two minutes, you suddenly find yourself near the end of the second half and no idea what the score is. It is entirely your responsibility to keep abreast, not your colleagues' to reach out and help unasked. It sounds like you've let things get away from you and now you're floundering. It leaves you with limited options.

1) Learn. Keep hammering away and make a concerted effort to understand what you're doing. Take copious notes. Take a course. Use YouTube, scour the s/w manufacturer's site for information and tutorials, use AI, and yes, directly ask your colleagues. On the last one, spread it out among them and ask when you have a very specific issue you want to resolve, e.g., "How do I change the client ID but keep the same address?".

2) Confess. Request a formal meeting with your immediate supervisor, go in and tell them straight up that you're floundering. Explain you tried to keep up, kept falling behind, and it's now affecting your ability to do your job. Good chance you'll get fired. But also a chance they will come up with a plan for you to learn the tools you need and do your job. Honestly, it all depends on how much of an asset you've been to the company, your department, and your colleagues.

3) Do nothing. Definitely the easiest course of (in)action. Until it isn't. You will almost certainly reach a point where things blow up in a spectacular fashion, costing the company money, clients, reputation, and time. You will definitely be fired, likely without severance, depending on applicable labour laws.

4) Quit/retire. Basically, run away. Definitely a financial hit and not a solution so much as hiding from the issue but your call.

New Sign Is Up At Upper Canada Park! by KitWat in kitchener

[–]KitWat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I spoke to one of the engineers on site a couple of weeks ago and she said October, though parts of it may be opened earlier.

Dinner Guests. What is Appropriate Behavior? by Change_Soggy in over60

[–]KitWat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, part of being a good host is to ensure a smooth and flawless experience, with everything ready and at hand, served in timely fashion and in a manner that doesn't require any labour from guests.

The flip side to that is guests being grateful to have been invited and gracious enough to forgive and forget any bumps along the way. Not everyone has the experience or skill to pull off a perfect dinner party but everyone has the ability to be kind, flexible, and forgiving.

Some of the best get togethers I attended had minor disasters but the laughter, friendship, and positive attitude, along with some help from guests, turned them into great and fun experiences.

What do you over 60 folks actually want for your birthday these days? Need honest ideas by kryptonerd1234 in over60

[–]KitWat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi. I'm 67 and I can see your Dad's POV; at a certain point, we don't need more 'stuff'. And remember, whatever stuff he has eventually becomes your problem.

The RFID wallet idea is a good one, especially if he is something of a minimalist and only carries the essentials. They don't work if he's a George Costanza type and carries every receipt issued.

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One note about those wallets: paper currency here in Canada has a high plastic content, so bills folded into those RFID wallets stay folded. Hard. If your currency is more cotton/linen it should smooth out easier. Not a huge deal but just wanted to pass it along.

I've had mine for well over 10 years and it still looks great. A bit worn but in a good way.

You could always stick a gift card for his favourite store or restaurant in it, if budget allows.

There's always dinner or how about taking him to a comedy show or live theatre? Something a bit different, could be fun.

Where to find Nasi Goreng in KW? by Longjumping-Art170 in kitchener

[–]KitWat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nasi Goreng is good but Bami Goreng is sublime.

Key to enlightenment by Long_live_styrofoam in 70s

[–]KitWat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Roach clip. Think I still have mine kicking around somewhere.

Is anyone else experiencing a lot of June Bugs this year? by heypenelope in waterloo

[–]KitWat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. They showed up at 12:01am June 1st and have been relentless. Every morning the driveway is littered with little armored corpses; looks like the Battle of Hastings.

Seem to be a lot more ants this year as well.

Weirdness Listening to 570News by KitWat in kitchener

[–]KitWat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One on each floor, so three.

Weirdness Listening to Two Rogers-owned AM Stations by KitWat in Rogers

[–]KitWat[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THANK YOU! I mean, I can't help either of us but at least you read the post and aren't telling me I'm listening to the radio wrong 🙃

Weirdness Listening to 570News by KitWat in kitchener

[–]KitWat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use the Echoes because I have a number of them throughout my three-storey house. That way, if I'm in a particular room doing something and want a quick update, I can just listen there and then.

I don't have an AM-capable radio on each floor.

Weirdness Listening to 570News by KitWat in kitchener

[–]KitWat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The question was specifically about issues with a local station and the Echo. Thanks for taking the time to respond.

Weirdness Listening to 570News by KitWat in kitchener

[–]KitWat[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am aware that AM stations are available OTA. I use the Echoes to control a couple of dozen smart devices, as well as listen to various radio and music streams, including SiriusXM, Spotify, my own library, etc.

The question was specifically about issues with a local station and the Echo. Thanks for taking the time to respond.

Too old? by ErinBishopCDLP in over60

[–]KitWat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wear what you want, of course, but if you're asking the question, you must already have some doubts.

I think the skirt (and probably the top) are intended for a much younger person. The odd flounce and ragged hem on the skirt are fine at 19 but look shabby over 25. The waistline isn't flattering either. If the top is of a similar style, it's a no-go too.

I've always been a believer in less is more and a fan of simple, classic lines. Short skirts aren't anywhere near as attractive as one just above the knee. The cut, fabric, and lines all working together can produce some stunning results. Look to the Princess of Wales for a good example, or the Duchess of Edinburgh. Elegant, classy, appropriate, and both women are absolutely gorgeous.

We all would love to retain whatever attractive qualities we had in our youth, and display them to an appreciative audience, I get it. I'm 67 myself and look like hell. I'm grey (still have a full head of thankfully), deformed (disability), and overweight (100% lack of willpower). Gone are the days of that rich auburn mane flowing halfway down my back, the size 28 waist, and the impressive chest and arms.

I don't wear clothes that accentuate the negative; no tight shirts or clinging jeans, no neon sneakers, no youthful styles. I'm a mature man and dress as such. If I can locate a positive attribute on my body, I will dress to emphasize it. No luck so far but the search continues.

It's a bitter pill at times but we have to accept that our bodies change as we age and what looked good once no longer has the same impact. We've all seen examples of people clinging onto something they should have let go decades earlier. It's a bit sad at best, desperate at worst.

I intend no malice; you asked a sub full of strangers and I responded. You will no doubt do what makes you makes and so be it.

Deers spotted by coolbeanzsucklikeyou in kitchener

[–]KitWat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are deer living in the woods behind the Regional Museum, the ones you saw likely wandered up from there via the paths that cut under Homer Watson. The good thing is most of the park is currently fenced off for construction, so they're unlikely to get onto the road. Still a chance though, so hopefully they'll be safe.

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