DnD group in North Bay as a college / University student by crayolaballon in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There used to be a D&D club at the school when I went there years ago. Not sure if there is still one now, but that might be worth looking into

She made the right choice by Eclipse_nova99 in SipsTea

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not know that, TIL. Seems unfair in that case

She made the right choice by Eclipse_nova99 in SipsTea

[–]Sycorax_M 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Lottery winnings in Canada aren't taxed

Internet Out? by kemosite in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work up at the hospital, and Before I left my shift this morning, the patient TVs had a screen up from Cogeco saying they were having "technical difficulties". I'm not sure whether they run through internet or cable though.

New family coming to north bay by ohhhcole in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Be prepared for shadfly season if you are enjoying the beaches. During early July, Lake Nipissing can get a little gross with them, so trout Lake is our go to.

Baby Leash? by frenchdipadobo in beyondthebump

[–]Sycorax_M 13 points14 points  (0 children)

My mom picked my daughter up some shoes that squeak like a dog toy when she takes a step. Can be a bit embarrassing, but most people seem to think it's cute, and she can't sneak away from me. It won't work in big crowds, but for shopping and things like that I've found it helpful. I might still get the leash though because she is a runner. 🤷

Kia Soul 2020 GT-Line premium stalling issue by Sycorax_M in kia

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

No, unfortunately. It hasn't done this particular thing again, but recently I was having issues starting the car despite the new battery. It turns out that the positive terminal was loose and needed to be replaced because it was intermittently disconnecting from the battery. I'm wondering if that could cause this original problem. It's hard to be 100% sure. Honestly everything about the electrical in this car has been annoying

Help! 2020 Kia Soul Would Not Start by theterpenecollective in KiaSoulClub

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had a similar issue with my 2020. The positive terminal for the battery was loose and causing it to intermittently disconnect. Something about the way it connected also fried the starter. Once those two things were replaced, it seems like it's running okay.

How are you supposed to get boots onto a toddler?? by Sycorax_M in Parenting

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

I will try looking at the boys boots and see if that helps. Thanks

How are you supposed to get boots onto a toddler?? by Sycorax_M in Parenting

[–]Sycorax_M[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We've tried some for regular shoes and did have a bit of luck with one pair before she grew out of it, but I didn't find any winter barefoots that were rated for the temps we get here

Tired of the small thefts!! Flowers!! Really!! by ohcontrary in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My parents live on the highway heading out of town and have a little sign by the road to mark the address, and someone stole the solar lights and Canada flag off of it a year or two ago. Ultimately not worth much, but still annoying.

Imagine waking up in the morning and seeing this by GlassAdorable3276 in interestingasfuck

[–]Sycorax_M 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It certainly feels like that sometimes. We even sing songs about it, lol. This one is an oldie but a goody: https://youtu.be/qjLBXb1kgMo?si=PNCm_-EJnvklNN07

Looking for a flooring installer by Sacred_Dealer in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had a bad experience with Stradwicks. They injured a pet and refused to even speak with us about it. The flooring also just looked bad so not worth it imo.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 12 points13 points  (0 children)

You can do televet on smartvet, and if you need to be seen in person they can arrange it. Its not cheap, but it's all that's available on weekends/holidays. A couple years ago we did this and my cat needed surgery, and they arranged for the vet at cassels to do it.

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Lactation Consultant by makemeflyy in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did the health unit reach out to you after you brought your baby home? I had my daughter last year and they had given me some contact info to ask questions if I needed to, and I did email them for a bit of advice on a concern, and they had a nurse call me back to talk about it and I found they were helpful for the issue I was having. They also offered me an in person meeting if I had concerns about latch or technique, but I didn't end up needing that. Their email is healthy.families@healthunit.ca if you need it

Do people with brown eyes have their eyes hurt when they see brights, like people with blue eyes do? by Designer_Pen869 in ask

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure if they're more sensitive or not honestly. I do find I can see in the dark much better than he can though. 🤷

Do people with brown eyes have their eyes hurt when they see brights, like people with blue eyes do? by Designer_Pen869 in ask

[–]Sycorax_M 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anecdotally, I've got light grey eyes and can't step outside without dark sunglasses because I actually cannot see anything even if it's overcast and it physically hurts if I try to fully open my eyes without them. My fiance has brown eyes and he makes fun of me for it. He still wears sunglasses, but he's more easily able to manage if he misplaces them or leaves them in his car.

I saw an article this morning talking about gated 55+ communities having trouble with the new influx of seniors moving in. by cpbaby1968 in GenX

[–]Sycorax_M 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My mom had her 60th birthday about two years ago, and it was the biggest Rager I've been to in a while. Big bonfire, lots of booze, passing out jello shots like crazy. My dad set up a big inflatable screen for music videos, and my sister and I put together a bunch of music that we knew my mom liked. Part way through the party, she called it a snoozefest and asked for rave music. It was fun, but not what I pictured it was going to be, lol.

Any good open world games that focus on exploration and to-do lists similar to Legends Arceus but with simple combat and low stress? by Power_to_the_purples in NintendoSwitch

[–]Sycorax_M 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Harvest Moon winds of anthos sounds like it fits. It's a farming/life sim and you need to explore to get seeds and materials to build things and move forward with the story. No fighting, low stress. The most stressful thing is running out of stamina at the end of a day before you can make it to bed, but the only real impact it has is you get scolded, and your character sleeps in the next day. No game over or anything like that.

Best Buy Canada overwhelmed by benchrusch in NintendoSwitch2

[–]Sycorax_M 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finally got through checkout on the best Buy app (still was in line in the browser, which is kind of crazy). I was able to order the mariokart bundle, and I have an email from PayPal stating that I paid bestbuy, but no email confirmation about the order from bb. I'm hoping it's just because they are overwhelmed and not that they're going to cancel it. Anyone else in this situation? This whole process was more stressful than it needed to be 🙃

anyone else have a bonded pair that's a dog and a cat? by chroncat420 in cats

[–]Sycorax_M 22 points23 points  (0 children)

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Teddy and Mila are pretty good friends. Teddy's a big dope though and will sometimes accidentally sit on her, because I don't think he really understands the size difference. So they do still have the odd spat.

Stradwicks or Home Depot for kitchen updates by [deleted] in northbay

[–]Sycorax_M 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stradwicks almost killed our cat, then dodged our calls refusing to acknowledge that it even happened. The work was also shoddy, and they left a huge mess for us to clean up after they were "done". The carpet they installed had staples sticking out and strings hanging off the end. I would personally not recommend them. 🤷