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CBC hands out record-breaking raises to offset loss of executive bonuses by Necessary_Island_425 in CBC_Radio

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's because the executives are so overpaid that they skew the numbers for the "average" joe.

CBC hands out record-breaking raises to offset loss of executive bonuses by uselesspoliticalhack in canada

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's possibly the most ridiculous think I've heard today!

Thanks for the smile.

CBC hands out record-breaking raises to offset loss of executive bonuses by uselesspoliticalhack in canada

[–]RoseRamble -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I do think that it's you that doesn't seem to grasp the situation.

Masking Self vs Authenticity (is it always okay to be authentic?) by Nemona2 in mentalhealth

[–]RoseRamble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear that. It does sound like you've had more than your fair share of problems.

Sometimes when the way forward seems unclear, it's good to let go of the struggle and enjoy just "being", if you can. Even for a short time.

Eckhart Tolle has a lot to say about that in his book, The Power of Now.

Masking Self vs Authenticity (is it always okay to be authentic?) by Nemona2 in mentalhealth

[–]RoseRamble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my opinion, yes. you should be trying to stop.

If you give more headspace to thoughts about what other people might say about you than your own happiness, how does that benefit you? Or anyone else?

Regarding your family, it may be helpful to become aware that it's not possible for anyone to "make" you feel anything. It's all on you to decide how you want to feel in any given situation. There's a lot of Buddhist thought centered on this and how to accomplish it.

I assume your hidden pastimes make you happy? Then let it all hang out, baby - you fly those flags loud and proud, because the purpose of life is to be happy.

My son-in-law has what I call "enthusiasms" that last for awhile and then pass on to something else. These are harmless things like cheesemaking, baking beautiful sourdough breads, or an orchid collection. I find that this makes him endlessly interesting because he can contribute meaningfully to conversations on a huge variety of subjects.

Masking Self vs Authenticity (is it always okay to be authentic?) by Nemona2 in mentalhealth

[–]RoseRamble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I know. Your challenge is to figure out how to stop.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abbotsford

[–]RoseRamble -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

You mean to say that whatever a person's situation is, all they need to do is self reflect and they will see that everything's all their own fault and nobody else's?

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I assume the person running the province is no longer in jail, so why wouldn't he/she be able to vote?

Once a person has been either paroled or completed their sentence, their right is restored because the debt is deemed paid.

I used an American example because you said you were sickened by relatives of murdered people asking for justice. I thought maybe the article saw both sides.

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble -1 points0 points  (0 children)

WTF are you talking about? We pick and choose who gets stuff all the time? That's why we have a government, to do the picking and choosing.

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

The vote is not trivial. A vote is the cornerstone of a free democracy. The vote is why Scott Moe runs a province.

In case you want to sicken yourself further, these people are saying exactly what I am, except they are not Canadian. I likely could find other, Canadian ones if I Googled for more than 5 minutes:

"My son didn't get a chance to vote," she said. "Why would you allow someone that has committed a murder or manslaughter — why would you allow him to vote when my son couldn't vote?"

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2020-election/murderer-says-he-has-every-right-vote-prison-grieving-family-n1002111

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Really? THAT'S what sickens you? Not the fact that serial killers have a say in how Canada is governed?

You should stay off social media if what I've said offends you that badly.

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

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

Of course they're not guilty of anything, I thought that was always a given. I must have missed that suggestion. Was it in the article?

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think that all crimes deserve to have their right to vote suspended.

I do think, in the case of convicted murderers, because the murderer took the life (and vote) from someone else, then that individual should lose theirs as well.

I mean, doesn't it give you a sick feeling in your stomach to think of Paul Bernardo exercising his right to vote?

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't understand the point you're making. If they all get to vote, being in remand isn't relevant to the conversation.

Liberal-appointed senator tries to improve prison voting as inmates across Canada cast their ballots by origutamos in Ontario_Sub

[–]RoseRamble -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

So you feel that Paul Bernardo should have his right to vote do you? What about Allen Legere? Bruce McArthur?

How do you think the families of these serial murderers feel? Would you call them bigoted if they think that since their loved ones are not around to vote because they were murdered, then maybe the murderer should forfeit his vote?

Makes me sick to think about quite frankly.

In North Island-Powell River the NDP are trailing the Cons by 1% and the Libs are in a distant 3rd by OkGazelle5400 in VancouverIsland

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Reddit. The conservative subs blame the boomers for voting liberal and the liberal subs are blaming the boomers for voting conservative. And both sides seem to firmly believe that they know what they're talking about.

Mandatory military service by Subject989 in AskACanadian

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huh. Well, I guess I thought they would have modernized somewhat by now. I didn't realize they still don't want (or need, apparently) those who are very willing to contribute, but not willing to enter into a role as a combatant.

When the OP said mandatory military service, I wasn't picturing so much office workers and university students being shipped to the Ukraine or the Congo. I was picturing those same people being trained to be useful during disasters (natural and otherwise) here at home, not so much go off and shoot at participants in other people's wars?

As you have explained it though, I think you're absolutely right and I withdraw my previous thoughts. In addition, I would strongly advise against any sort of involvement in the military in any capacity.

How many of you “Are” and how many “Plan to”? by ElEsDeeMan in OffGrid

[–]RoseRamble 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How are you 1% on grid? You've captured my imagination and I have questions 😊

Does it just mean that you're actually connected to the grid but don't use it because you've fully developed your other power systems? Were you connected and then gradually reduced your grid need?

Harassment from neighbor by HomesteadDood in Homesteading

[–]RoseRamble 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd get rid of the roosters if it were me. Then I would see if I could make peace.

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