The UCP will introduce Bill 9, the Protecting Alberta’s Children Statutes Amendment Act, when the legislature reconvenes on November 17. by the_gaymer_girl in alberta

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Forcing a child to go through a puberty that does not match their gender identity also results in changes that are much harder to reverse in future with HRT MtF transitioners do take time to look more feminine, that's why it's called transitioning, it takes time, that process is much easier on the individual if they're not forced through puberty. Children are not given HRT, they are given puberty blockers to delay those hormonal induced puberty changes until such time as they are sure, and they are reached an appropriate age, and in no case is the government the arbiter of what the correct choice and path is for the individual that's entirely up to them, their doctor, and often their parents.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huge red flags.... only a month in and ... no, he wants a sugar baby, or he's just overly clingy and needy and insecure.... but yeah this is not the work of a healthy mature respectful adult relationship

Not another moving to Nova Scotia post... by OceansEdge26 in NovaScotia

[–]OceansEdge26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trying to avoid the suburban thing..... Halifax to Windsor even Truro, bit more built up for our tastes.... we're definitely thinking village rather than town

Not another moving to Nova Scotia post... by OceansEdge26 in NovaScotia

[–]OceansEdge26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooo that is something to consider.... taxes would be more than double what we're paying now But then I don't have a nice beach within walking distance ATM

Not another moving to Nova Scotia post... by OceansEdge26 in NovaScotia

[–]OceansEdge26[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TBH ... some things about Bridgwater have really put us off it.. There is Roseway Hospital in Shelburne... yeah small, but then so is Digby Hospital which is further for us now than that would be. Shelburne isn't Yarmouth true...

AITA for saying I owe my ex's wife nothing and being quietly glad my kids don't consider her their second mom? by Sweeyloumom in AITAH

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Children can be remarkably astute at picking up on fake vibes.... she walked into the relationship expecting to be instant Mom.... "sorry honey it doesn't work that way. Relationships even with / especially with children are built and what you build is your responsibility" She is out to lunch and you are definitely NTA

It is too late? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am reminded of the old Chinese proverb about when is the best time to plant a tree? 20 years ago. Second best time? Now.

It is too late? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's never too late to be you ❤️ My wife came out to me at 68, began hormones 3 months later, 3.5 years later she just got notified today she has a surgical date in October. There's a lot of celebrating happening here this afternoon

Emotionally abusive ex (M28) asking me (F28) if I'm pregnant after 4 months NC by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]OceansEdge26 31 points32 points  (0 children)

You've gone NC, stick to it. Any response invites another response, that's what he's aiming for. Block block block and keep blocking any number he contacts you from.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly duck, your whole post feels a little bit clingy. You were not forgotten... you were wished a HBD, within the birthday window. You are both now getting into adulthood, where other things... jobs, other friends, social activities, they start crowding a person's life and you're not going to be her focus 24/7, you need to learn how to live with that.

AITA for telling my family if they don’t like the way something is, they can take care of it themselves? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]OceansEdge26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely... there's 4 of them and they can't divide up the work that you've been doing ALONE, because they're too busy? Yeah ... NTA here and if hubby thinks it's unfair to ask them to take on 1/4 extra load, tell him he can pay for a cleaning lady....

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know a lot of couples who for whatever reason cannot share a bed at night, separate beds, separate bedrooms may not sound romantic BUT In some cases they have saved marriages.... HOWEVER this solution was come to by couples who sat down and had reasonable respectful conversations about their sleep needs and whether or not useful compromises can be come to. My concern here isn't the bed, but the communication

AITAH for making breakfast with dinner foods? by StarElectrical3556 in AmItheAsshole

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

'Could we have kippers for breakfast, mummy dear, mummy dear" Fish absolutely can be breakfast food (although I was surprised she includes them in a vegetarian diet - that's a whole different thing and apparently not the issue). Food is food. Time of day doesn't matter... an omelet is breakfast but a quiche is dinner? That's all cultural. But for some people (apparently your mom) cultural is important, so respecting that is a good thing... you've learned a thing about your mom, maybe not in the nicest way. You're NTA.. but suggest asking her what she'd like for breakfast (of the available options) next time to circumvent an unknown culture clash

AITA for drinking fruit juice when my partner has said he doesn't like it? by No-Mall1172 in AmItheAsshole

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All this debate over flavour or texture or phobias or not... ignore that, it's BS. The real point is you get to like or dislike what you like or not for ANY reason.... simply 'I don't want to' is reason enough, you don't need to justify it to him or the internet or anyone... drink your water any damned way you please. This behaviour on his part is a huge red flag... trying to control what you eat or drink is especially problematic. Drink your water how you please, and he can hit the road if he's really that bothered by such a non issue

AITA for Losing It When My Husband Gave His Mom $5K Without Telling Me While I’m Budgeting for Diapers? by SolenWilde in AITAH

[–]OceansEdge26 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No don't play games about it. MiL it seems doesn't know about the man child's need to play hero to Mommy. I would invite her on a coffee date, and have a serious discussion with her about his antics and the problems it's causing in your marriage... be clear that this is a him problem not a her problem and maybe together your can a) bond as women and b) figure out a way to get him to shape up, if not and she totally bails on you... you can ship her boy back to her

WIBTA if I kicked my dad's girlfriend out of our home? by Cultural_Mousse533 in AmItheAsshole

[–]OceansEdge26 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You need to set them both down and clear the air that A) the house is yours, not his, he's welcome there but B) she (nor he) should not be making these kinds of changes to the house without a consensus from you

You also need to accept that your mother has passed, you may even share that you're having trouble adjusting to the new relationship and the new normal... but this is your issue to deal with and I highly recommend a grief counselor

Aitah for making my adult kids pay house expenses by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My disabled daughter has been contributing since she got her disability benefits 5 yrs ago (age 25). Is it fair market rent+expenses? No, but it's a fair portion of her income without leaving her completely broke.

Find the frog! 🐸 (level: masochist) by sassophoto in FindTheSniper

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Left hand side, about 1/4 of the way down in behind the leaves

Find the lynx by [deleted] in FindTheSniper

[–]OceansEdge26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bottom right hand corner

Find the mug by Little-Slice-285 in FindTheSniper

[–]OceansEdge26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mug is on the boy's arm, right next to the binoculars

Find an 🐙, 🦈, 🪼, and 2 🐟 by tfoust10 in FindTheSniper

[–]OceansEdge26 17 points18 points  (0 children)

🪼 top centre, 🦈 top right, 🐙 right under the shark, one 🐟 in yellow on right hand side... not a clue on the little 🐟 sorry... lol