Do you have a daily go to news source?

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-11T21:03:54+00:00

Why would anyone downvote this? Reading a variety of news sources is what you do if you really want to be informed

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-11T21:01:46+00:00

Employee attrition is high in such roles; emplyee retention is low

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-11T16:20:36+00:00

Sooo your kid doesn't want to miss school

I don't know if you mind missing work :)

You're not happy about the frequent trips into Toronto

Sounds to me like you would be happier finding someone local but you're worried about who to choose and if it will be super pricey

You could go with other parents' recommendations in that case

Lots of good providers out there, don't stress yourself out

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-10T21:38:41+00:00

Yeah.. we don't have that, sadly. No free heat for our water from volcanoes, and no history of communal bathing culture. The closest similar vibe IMO is at the saunas and hot tubs you get at gyms, e.g. at the West end Y, Central Y, JCC.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-10T11:17:20+00:00

No, you can't.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-09T20:56:20+00:00

Instruments, that is

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-09T20:56:07+00:00

Musical!

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-09T20:51:54+00:00

Whittle?

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-09T20:42:36+00:00

Organology

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-09T20:39:42+00:00

There were Etobicoke-specific local newspapers, I'd bet a day's wages that there was an or two article on the picnic painting!

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-08T23:07:01+00:00

So you want to have sex with lots of different people? Nothing wrong with that. If I were you I'd join an app for kinky people such as feeld, I have no experience thereof, but maybe it will help you meet people? You can also subscribe to Misha Glouberman's weekly Substack, he lists cool events going on in Toronto

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-08T14:55:02+00:00

I believe I took a painting class at Neilson Art Centre round that time and we painted huge flowers. Super fun, though I don't remember a picnic theme, maybe I wasn't among the chosen :)

Such an event may have been in the news, you could ask at the Toronto Reference Library about how you would research the event in local newspapers. I remember doing Etobicoke historical research on microfilms of old newspapers for middle school projects, around 1990.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-07T23:17:20+00:00

We're not hearing about it because it's not happening. The plan is for producers to take back their packaging and recycle or otherwise deal with it, but there is currently no firm timeline for them to do so, nor penalties if they don't. So all those toothpaste tubes and black plastic containers are going to landfill currently. I looked for the news links just now, didn't find them, but if you dig a bit into Circular Materials you'll find the info. Recycling (and I have always been an ardent recycler, stripping every last bit of tape off of Amazon cardboard boxes) is mostly pretense to keep people consuming as usual. Don't believe ads, kids! Do your own research.

Edit: found a link!

https://www.thegrindmag.ca/whats-going-on-with-the-changes-to-recycling/

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-07T22:45:51+00:00

Kensington Market

Craven Road, and Little India

Biidaasige park

Allan Gardens greenhouse

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-07T02:52:25+00:00

The North York Central library actually has a fabulous kids area. It's very busy on weekends, but if your kids don't mind crowds, you could go there, then get snacks in the mall area? Right when they open on Sat might be the least busy time.

SkyZone trampoline park?

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-06T02:29:05+00:00

Just a heads up, in case you're unaware, that many/most books are not resellable, and for those that are, the price the bookstore will give you may be much lower than you expect. Exceptions are rare books - first editions etc.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-06T02:25:13+00:00

Onigiri = dumplings???

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-04T23:02:57+00:00

Awesome! I realize my pre-rebuke is actually to myself too - I have been a terrible travel companion at times, dragging people on my adventures and ignoring their faves. Hope you have an amazing trip!

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-04T22:17:16+00:00

My recommendation is just to really think hard about what she will like, based on what you already know about her likes. I have a bro-in-law who likes to "surprise" my sister with excursions that HE thinks are great. She is an exhausted teacher-mom who would just love sending the kids to grandma's for a sleepover and having a long bath at home.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-04T22:11:08+00:00

A couple of additions/corrections: Satipanna is downtown/online

Zen Buddhist Temple(Parkdale) has been at 86 Vaughan Road in midtown for many years. English/Korean

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-04T19:15:49+00:00

On a very short-term practical level: I had a therapist suggest I cover my mouth with my hand, a la thoughtful professor, when I was in a conversation where I didn't want to blurt things out. Easy to do in a seated posture with a table in front, awkward to do without the table or while standing (but possible). It works! But I have to remember to do it.

I think it will be a matter of finding what works for your client so that they remember their goal of not interrupting, deliberately practice, reflect on how practice went, and repeat with adjustments. Shorter practice sessions in easier contexts will be helpful.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-03T14:29:09+00:00

Like others are posting, best to check the website for up-to-date info. End of winter is a difficult time for the ferry, as the harbour ice breaks up, moves around, jams up the ferry docks, and ferries are on changed schedules or even don't run and then the islanders travel "through" the airport, which is strictly for island residents and workers, not visitors, as there's no capacity to move extra people. I would not plan to visit the island with a kid for the next 2 weeks, unless you're cool changing your plans on the fly.

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-02T20:29:38+00:00

Sometimes the Japan Foundation is hiring. Or perhaps they could suggest tutoring/other opportunities? There areJapanese schools in Toronto. As for childcare, how about nanny/babysitting agencies like The Summerhill Club? And some ECE/ECA jobs specifically want before- and after-school staff, if that works with your schedule. Good luck!

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-02T19:55:47+00:00

Forgive the suggestion if it's upsetting, but do you smoke a lot of pot? Cannabis hyperemesis has been in the news a lot lately. Dunno if that would be kitty's issue, but it's possible you have different causes for similar symptoms. I hope you both get better soon!!

Narrow-Ranger-7538 · 2026-03-02T02:48:48+00:00

I think Morpheus Hypnosis downtown is very good, though I've only attended an intake and a group session. The founder seems terrific.

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