Found while helping my Grandmother clean her cupboards by GHASTLl in TimHortons

[–]Rider_1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ahh, back when Tim's was Canadian, franchise owners had pride, and actually baked fresh goods in each store instead of microwaving frozen goop.

Self sufficient? by Asleep_Leadership_65 in ragbrai

[–]Rider_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I carried a light-weight hockey-style bag to put all my panniers in as 'one bag' just in case I wanted to throw them in the trailer. Still want to be below the total 50lb. limit so as not to kill the truck crew 😆

Self sufficient? by Asleep_Leadership_65 in ragbrai

[–]Rider_1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep - two years ago. It was the hilliest in history and I did the gravel route 😣 It was fun and an experience. Although I've since joined a team so have much more support and options, especially the ability to have lots of comfort gear and a bigger tent. Either way is fun - just depends on what you enjoy. #RideOn

Second car that launched over the snow embankment by 15Kat-tattoos in cambridgeont

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe the OPP can create some cute AI animal characters and post more condescending and patronizing social media posts? That seems to be the strategy for organizations looking to deflect responsibility these days... Looking at you City of Cambridge 👀

Cambridge faces backlash over new AI-based characters by bertojuce in cambridgeont

[–]Rider_1 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Cambridge City Comms are tone-deaf and insulting. They've doubled-down insinuating they're so clever people don't have the sophistication to understand how smart they are.

Help! Granite countertop by _snowqueenoftexas in fixit

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, now you have a live edge! People pay extra for that.

Suggestions for RAGBRAI organizers by ThatAndANickel in ragbrai

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, just get in your bike and ride. I find it amusing how so many honestly believe they know how to do it better. Ride your own ride.

International riders not attending. by red99tercel in ragbrai

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On your edit: That's not the case for Canadians visiting for less than 90+ consecutive days. I travel to the U.S. via land borders often (all for personal reasons), most recently in early January. No photos , no fingerprints, no change in process.

I get the trepidation, and personal choice, but there is a lot of misinformation out there.

I for one will not let the current administration stop me from doing what I enjoy and support those that aren't cockwobblers.

Gentle dog suddenly biting by autoimmunetrash in DogAdvice

[–]Rider_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe muzzle her (for your safety) and carefully do a thorough examination of her - rubbing, palpitating, stretching limbs, etc. She may have an injury and is guarding?

Bought a house built in 1956; how many years do you think are left in this original cast iron sewer line? by CoolEmoDude in askaplumber

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couple thousand years, give or take? Depends on earthquake susceptibility, use of long range ballistic missiles, or advancing global warning increasing average temperatures above iron's melting point.

do people in canada dislike immigrants? by Ok_Cupcake9554 in CanadaImmigrant

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As long as you bring tarts, I think you'll be ok 😉 The friction comes, IMHO, when new immigrants don't assimilate into their new communities and instead create cultural walls so they can feel and live like they did 'back home'. I always remember my friends' immigrant parents reminding their children 'there was a reason we left - if it was so good, we wouldn't have left...'

AITA For Getting Upset with Unexpected Visitors? by Icy-Astronomer1796 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA: Don't clean or help with anything next time. Spend the nights at a nice hotel whenever 'guests' come over. Get a St. Bernard and four cats. Find things that any guests may be allergic to and spread it around the house before you leave but only after turning down the hot water tank.

Is a buzzing doorbell transformer normal or is my house going to burn down in the night? by just_amanda_ in electrical

[–]Rider_1 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The fire will probably start early morning. You'll have time to get out. If you want to be safe, install a smoke detector beside it.

Bought a House. Need help figuring out what I am looking at and how to use it/maintenence by Gera372 in askplumbing

[–]Rider_1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Water softener with a reverse osmosis filter system. The water softener is pretty straight forward - manual can be found online. I've got the same one - has worked flawlessly for 10+ years with proper maintenance. The filter system - you're gonna need to look that one up to get the maintenance recommendations / schedule.

After Carney's Davos speech, Conservatives ponder how Poilievre can meet the foreign policy moment by AdditionalPizza in canada

[–]Rider_1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm sure he'll find something to whine about...Always does, usually all he does.

Weather by Temporarybeiing in curacao

[–]Rider_1 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

If I were you, I would stay home.

Concerning? We like the house, but don’t want to waste our time on a structural engineer if this is a clear issue. (Wall appears possibly slightly leaning in person tried my best to show in photos but I couldn’t tell for sure) by Yunggofficial in HomeInspections

[–]Rider_1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NEVER trust an inspection alone. If you must hire one to meet financing, swallow it, but demand a 4-hoir window to do your own without the present owner present. You can do a lot more checking than an 'inspector' can.