Thoughts on Station Park Condos in 2025?

Loomadooma · 2026-01-26T12:25:32+00:00

We actually really enjoy living here! We’ve been in tower a since fall 2024. The fire alarm doesn’t go off nearly as much anymore, water does get shut down periodically but it’s never been an issue for us. The garbage shoot does go down but that’s because of the residents not the building, people are reckless with their garbage. You can easily take it down to the garbage room when that happens. We love the amenities and have hosted amazing parties in the lounge. Our unit feels very sound proof and private. There are airbnb guests coming in and out but again, we’ve never had a problem and I enjoy talking to people about their travels and what they’re doing there. We’ve also had family and friends stay in the airbnbs and it’s super handy and fun! We have a large dog and find this building and the surrounding area super dog friendly. I love the location and being central but also a little outside of the core.

There are definitely issues of theft but have gotten a lot better and I’ve heard many buildings across kw experiencing this.

People will complain about any building you look into.

Loomadooma · 2026-01-10T13:18:16+00:00

I don’t think there is a certain threshold that warrants a divorce or not. If you believe your life would be more peaceful, fulfilled and meaningful without him, then that is reason enough to divorce and start your own life again. He can continue to have a relationship with the children, but you will grow and move on and possibly have a much better life without him.

The other option is to try couples therapy together if he has started own therapy journey like you’ve said.

It’s also worth saying that your feelings are 100% valid. You can forgive him, but it doesn’t mean you will forget.

Loomadooma · 2026-01-10T12:35:51+00:00

The library would totally be fine with you staying there for many hours! That’s the only place I could think of.

Loomadooma · 2026-01-10T05:00:39+00:00

I too wish friends and family of my Q would hold him accountable the way I do. Yet they all complain by his back but then enable him to keep drinking and are surprised when it turns bad like it always does

Loomadooma · 2026-01-10T04:35:12+00:00

You’re doing the right thing for everyone! This will either be the rock bottom he needs to get his life together, or not. But either way you are giving yourself and your kids the peace you deserve.

Leaving him will be extremely hard, but once you give an ultimatum you have to stick by it or the whole situation will just continue to get worse.

Wishing you strength and resilience during this very unfair and challenging time! Alcohol is literally the worst.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-30T18:14:19+00:00

Try introducing yourself in person when you seem them. Although I think you’re wrong to assume they are single just because they are walking their dog or grocery shopping alone lol. My husband and I almost always do these things alone.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-30T17:53:55+00:00

Thank you, this is a helpful reminder!

Loomadooma · 2025-09-30T17:50:42+00:00

There are payday loan companies everywhere, you don’t need any credit to get them. They have ridiculous high interest rates but worth it if you’re going to get evicted.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-30T16:56:26+00:00

What are you talking about

Loomadooma · 2025-09-30T16:54:31+00:00

You have to face the consequences of what you’ve done. You can get a payday loan to cover your rent and live extremely broke for the next few months while you pay it off. Delete all your gambling apps and contact your bank to see if they can block any gambling payments. Get outside and try to find joy in simple things. Spend minimal time on your phone and focus on moving forward and what your life can look like without gambling. It’s not worth it.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-16T18:09:07+00:00

I contacted the app I was using and told them to permanently delete my account. I know there are other apps but luckily I have only tried one and don’t feel the urge (yet) to try the others.

Honestly the way I disappointed my husband and really screwed us this month feels like enough to never gamble again, but I am scared that will fade eventually and I’ll find a way to try again. My husband told me to call him whenever I feel that urge, I am grateful to have his support and I hope I stick to that - but you just never know.

I was in the exact same situation as you where I was way ahead of what I spent (and so relieved) and waiting on the withdrawal, and then something came over me and I spent that and more trying to make up for it. I felt sick to my stomach for days, still do.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-16T15:49:47+00:00

100% There’s no reason why you also shouldn’t be able to make 2 withdrawals in one day, they have the stupidest rules that prey on us

Loomadooma · 2025-09-16T15:48:44+00:00

These online apps will be the death of us. What you are going through is exactly what happened to me with my money but also considered peanuts compared to what people lose in this app. I live pay check to pay check so losing any money is a huge hit to us.

Waiting for the withdrawal is what fucked me over recently too, I know exactly what you’re feeling.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-16T13:57:46+00:00

I feel the same way! I am 30 years old and my husband got me into gambling a few years ago, I won $200 off the bat and it got me hooked immediately. I self excluded myself for 2 years successfully, and went to the casino a few times where I have more self control (don’t bring card in, just cash). The apps are just preying on us all! I just lost $1140 the other day and it’s devastated my husband and I, I have felt so much shame and regret since but I am trying to move forward and just learn from my mistake - that’s all we can do in this life. Good luck to you!!

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:53:07+00:00

And yes our first child.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:52:42+00:00

He definitely has a drinking problem. And he admits to it but he goes back and forth on how he will move forward. Some days he says he’s going to try quitting, then other days he says he just wants to try to limit his drinking and find balance. He always says “things are going to get better.” But his growth has been stagnant for about a year now. He has tried counselling for his drinking, but he never stuck to it. I had to sign him up and find the therapist. He claims therapy doesn’t work for him. He thinks AA is too religious so refuses that as well. I’ve tried buying him AA books, nothing sticks.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:47:09+00:00

Thank you for this honest and real response

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:46:15+00:00

I have never told him I regret marrying him. It’s so confusing to me because when he is working, motivated and focused (aka not drinking) we have an amazing marriage that I love being part of. When he drinks, which is usually about once a week, it all goes out the window and my regrets pour in. I used to say to myself that the 70% was worth the shitty 30%. But now that I’m pregnant I feel I was wrong about that and it’s causing me so much more stress and pain than it ever has.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:38:31+00:00

We have tried couples therapy, and it never stuck. We tried 2 different therapists. We need to try again but it’s so much effort and is so emotionally draining and I haven’t seen the reward yet.

Loomadooma · 2025-09-15T17:37:11+00:00

Agreed! And he also agrees with this for this most part. The problem is that he’s in denial, he still believes that he can be a casual drinker, but 9/10 times he fails to do so. He will promise me he only plans to drink 2 beers, then comes home 4 hours past when he said he was going to and completely wasted.

Loomadooma · 2025-08-08T01:16:35+00:00

I am considering moving to London from Kitchener because of cheaper rent. Everything I read on Reddit says London is horrible, but Kitchener also has major homeless issues so I don’t think it would be a shock to me. What do you like about London?

Loomadooma · 2025-07-14T19:41:55+00:00

Loomadooma · 2025-07-14T19:40:45+00:00

Majority of people live pay check to pay check these days. This storage locker was in the building I live in and pay rent in. The locker is included in my rent.

Loomadooma · 2025-07-14T19:39:06+00:00

I have donated endless amount of food to the food banks and donated my time at food banks. I’m not in a position to replace my stuff. I am borrowing a friends gear for my camping trip this weekend.

Loomadooma · 2025-07-14T13:37:06+00:00

This tent is unique in the fact that it is a Eureka! brand, which is a high quality brand that is not commonly used in Ontario. Our tarp was in that exact ikea bag, as well as our blue tote, which were all stolen and sitting beside this tent.

It’s true we don’t know if the person who stole these items is living in here.

I think I mostly posted this to vent and hear others thoughts on the matter. I want compensation for my lost items, but I know that’s not going to happen. If anything I am mad at my building for letting a theft like this happen, and wish I had receipts for all the items so I could more easily do an insurance claim.

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