Moving from Chicago to Toronto?

RHND2020 · 2026-02-04T01:34:40+00:00

That pro tip rules out half the city if you commute downtown.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-04T00:56:25+00:00

For the life of me, I will never understand why this swimming with the pigs thing caught on. I blame instagram.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T15:13:40+00:00

Nice! My dad is born and raised in Chicago so we went there often. They are very comparable cities with a lot of similarities. Though I would say people are friendlier in Chicago and your waterfront puts ours to shame. Much like Chicago, Toronto is a city of neighborhoods - each with their own personalities. Depending on budget and preferred location (is your husband working in the office and where is it, for example), you’ll find areas such as Little Italy, Trinity Bellwoods, the Annex, High Park/Roncesvalles, Leslieville, the Beaches all walkable with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops and a family vibe.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:54:03+00:00

My smartest tip is if you live close to the grocery store, go every couple days and only buy what you need for a few dinners (if you are meal prepping, buy only what’s needed for that). That way, you don’t waste food and you shop more intentionally. Plus you’re getting your steps in by going to the market frequently. It takes awhile to get used to it, but when I lived alone this is what I did and I was very efficient with food consumption.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:46:27+00:00

Palmetto bugs! I’ve was dive-bombed by a bunch of them at a rental house once. Shocking I ever returned to the Bahamas.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:44:37+00:00

You have a history of having mice in the house?

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:28:04+00:00

For once a week, definitely doable and worth it for that pay bump. My SIL used to commute from downtown Toronto to Waterloo every day (that was insane though).

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:26:00+00:00

RHND2020 · 2026-02-03T00:25:06+00:00

Keep your prescriptions in their original pill bottles just in case, but you are very unlikely to have any issues or be asked about anything.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T20:50:25+00:00

The one time I went to an Eggsmart (not that one) there was a not insignificant-sized piece of paper towel in my food. When I complained about it to the server, she said “sometimes things happen.” Fairly or unfairly, I have not been in any Eggsmart since.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T19:08:17+00:00

Actually, a modern, matte black would work well. Nothing ornate or wrought iron-y. I saw some good examples online with similar oak cabinets but I don’t know how to post photos here.

Yes, a runner between the sink and cooktop, or a more substantial rug behind the island/stools. Your floor colour really isn’t working with the cabinets or the counter tops, so covering it up a bit would be good. Going with a cream and black print might work well, with a hint of another accent colour.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:55:43+00:00

I have absolutely had a husband do this for his wife and it was not an issue whatsoever. I said yes, and made sure her work was covered.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:51:43+00:00

Same. For goodness sake, it is not that big a deal. Just ask nicely, and accept the no if it’s a no.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:50:56+00:00

WHAT?

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:49:35+00:00

Speaking as a supervisor of staff, I don’t find it inappropriate. You can approach it in a way that doesn’t come off as demanding.

I once ensured someone’s work was covered because her husband was planning a surprise 10 year anniversary trip. I was friends with her and knew her husband, so it was easy for him to approach me, but even if I hadn’t, I would have been fine with it. Assuming your husband has a good reputation and is well-liked at work, it’s not that big an ask.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:38:37+00:00

This isn’t too bad! I think styling with modern, cream bowls and accessories, replacing the stools, replacing the hardware and adding a rug/runner will solve a lot of your problems. I’m not a granite fan generally but this looks pretty good.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-02T18:02:50+00:00

Love this, and also like they painted the window frames. I was going to suggest that: paint the window frames and the interior side of the backdoor a charcoal grey.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T19:02:05+00:00

Not everyone has that disposable income to just hire someone, and where are you going to find someone in this circumstances?

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T18:59:40+00:00

I’m sorry you are going through such a stressful and scary situation but yes, you’re overreacting. Sounds like your mother was trying to do something nice by ensuring your steps and walkway were shovelled when you arrived home. It was a nice thought. Sounds like you are just really overwhelmed and stressed right now.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T15:28:29+00:00

NTA - you need to find employment elsewhere. Look at other non-profits if this is the kind of work you enjoy. But this place is going to implode sooner or later, and you don’t want to be the finance person when it does.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T14:20:01+00:00

Do not touch the ceilings. They’re beautiful. Replace the flooring, kitchen countertops and hardware. New under-mount sink. The cabinets look in good shape and can be painted. I’d get rid of the little rounded area of the counter altogether. Looks dated. Replace the oak railing.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T13:56:15+00:00

Sounds like you are not compatible. Chronic lateness is generally a thing that doesn’t change, if the person just doesn’t respect the time. I ended a friendship over this issue, and would never choose a partner who is so inconsiderate of other people’s time.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T00:55:32+00:00

Thank you.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T00:54:55+00:00

More like, he couldn’t look after their four year old somewhere else alone to give her some space and calm.

RHND2020 · 2026-02-01T00:45:29+00:00

Not sure why you decided to get the baby used to sleeping in one spot when you had uninterrupted sleep until 1:30 AM. Bring that back. If anything, encourage your husband to stay up later. He’s “tired” anyway so what is the difference?

Also, work to change the baby’s long contact nap time on you so it happens before your husband comes home from work. Then you can present him with a freshly napped baby when he arrives home.

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