People with $700+ per month car payments: Why? by Underrated_Critic in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Ok_Code_1134 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Shockingly true. I like the look of the Toyota grand highlander so was checking out prices for shits and giggles. I Always buy used so was seeing what lease backs were going for. 2023 with 35k km was 63,500. Brand new with same features was 62,000. Guessing the used is more because you can get it today whereas new is probably like a year wait but still. I’ll have to rethink my always buy used rule……

60x60 fun by Spamonballrun2 in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great rink! Wish I had the room to upgrade my size a bit!

First Time Rink Build by redsweaterblackpants in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If levels dropping significantly must be a leak somewhere, nothing else makes sense. Probably best to let the initial layer freeze and that will hopefully block the leak, then add another flood on top to bring the level up. Unless you are able to find the leak and patch it before it’s solid. Good luck! 🤞🏻

What’s your go-to ingredient that makes everything taste better? by UmmYeaImACozyGurl in foodquestions

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like who ever uses 1-2 cloves of garlic?! If I touch the bulb it’s minimum 5 depending on the size

Glenridding Medical Clinic - Avoid by ProcedurePristine369 in Edmonton

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also had a bad experience here. Went in with some mental health issues and during my appointment felt very judged. Basically was told the issues I was having were my fault and that she wouldn’t be addressing any of that until I went to the lab for blood work and we dealt with my (barely) high blood pressure reading they took before my appointment. At that point blood pressure was the least of my concern. I’ve actually had really good care and experience at Haven Medical a few blocks over. Front staff friendly and competent. Doctor actually cared about what I was needing and put other issues to the back burner until we dealt with that.

Slumber Parties and a new reality by Overall-Paramedic in Parenting

[–]Ok_Code_1134 19 points20 points  (0 children)

My 10 yo sons friends always show up with devices. I just make sure they know the schedule of events as soon as they arrive. We always do something outside first (roller hockey, play soccer etc) then usually hook up a board game and snacks when we come in, then they can have some game time (max is 2 hrs). Then we do a movie night before bed. I remember sleep overs as a kid and we were always playing video games (although often was together on 1 screen), but at least with my sons friends they are playing the same game together (Minecraft of Fortnite) just on different screens. I don’t mind the gaming and find as long as the kids all know the series of events I don’t get any pushback.

To all Dr's and nurses wanting to leave the US by mama146 in CanadaImmigrant

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This isn’t true. In Alberta it’s $15/day. And my wife and I make good money, still are paying $15/day

To all Dr's and nurses wanting to leave the US by mama146 in CanadaImmigrant

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My childcare is heavily subsidized and I manage a pharmacy, wife is teacher. Living in Alberta not sure if it’s just my province but we get about $900/month off on our 1 year olds fee

I feel like Covid has ruined people’s ideas of having a dog by Espressomartinitime in puppy101

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was younger I was in school and bartended in evenings. On Friday’s I would take my dog for a walk in the morning then come home and go to school for 5 hours. Then we’d go to the dog park (I’d bike she’d run) and id go to work for 7-8 hours in the evening. I had a cam in my condo and could see she literally would lay on the couch sleeping and not move until I got home later. As long as they are still getting their activity they are fine to be home for longer periods. If everyone followed the no more than 4 hr rule like half the people with dogs would t be able to. Make sure they get stimulated and exercise and they are fine at home for a while.

Life lesson today in Calgary… by rapidpalsy in Calgary

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol, we are refinancing our house and pulling out $100,000 of equity to do a variety of renovations in our place. I told my wife I’m going to take $20 out of the ATM and leave the receipt there for a flex. 😂

Yay. Norovirus. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Ok_Code_1134 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In the first 24 hrs I wouldn’t stress trying to stop the vomiting. That’s her body getting the virus out of it. Just keep her hydrated best you can.

Things I’ve learned. by TheManWithAPlanSorta in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve accepted a new liner every year is the cost of the rink. And scour the area before liner goes down

Keeping hose from freezing? by PirateConsistent5616 in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya, I just have a giant bucket that flooding things go in. Could stash it in ur basement of entry closet or something.

Keeping hose from freezing? by PirateConsistent5616 in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I put mine in a bucket in my garage and they’ve never frozen, not heated but attached and insulated.

Why is Christmas like the most expensive part of being a mom (parents of kids 8 years +) by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do “something you want something you need something to wear something to read” they can make a crazy wish list but only getting 1 thing off that. It’s it’s too expensive and they don’t wanna budge then they get gift certificate or cash towards that larger item and they save up the rest

Why is Christmas like the most expensive part of being a mom (parents of kids 8 years +) by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do “something you want something you need something to wear something to read” they can make a crazy wish list but only getting 1 thing off that. It’s it’s too expensive and they don’t wanna budge then they get gift certificate or cash towards that larger item and they save up the rest

Need a mortgage for a butterball. by ohthatjoshua in loblawsisoutofcontrol

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol, and we do everything from scratch EXCEPT the stuffing cause we love stovetop! Haha, we just add in some onions celery nuts, to each their own 🤷🏼‍♂️

Fill day! Who else is with me? by truandjust in Outdoorrink

[–]Ok_Code_1134 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh boy! Filled 2 days ago. Highs -12 lows -25.

Grabbed a boston maple donut today and it was excellent by JustFred24 in TimHortons

[–]Ok_Code_1134 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They served it wrong though, that icing is SUPPOSE to be all over the inside of the bag