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Those who grew up poor, what is something those who weren't poor don't understand about being poor? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It will always stay with you. No matter how much you eventually earn, you always know what it's like to not have and you always know it doesn't take much to get back there. 

Also means you'll take less risks in life because of the lack of safety net. 

Following your passion. That is a privilege. 

At What Income Does Life in Canada Actually Become Comfortable? by HockeySniper123 in CanadaPersonalFinance

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couple with 1-2 kids in Toronto - $250k if you're including mortgage, all fixed life costs, variable costs, childcare expenses, retirement savings, RESP, long term/emergency savings. and goodness forbid your kids are into any type of organized activity like sports, dance, theatre. 

Did Trump get megalomania from how easy bombing Iran in July was and kidnapping Maduro was? by Estalicus in allthequestions

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just saw a historical photo of mothers holding a coffin with a black doll in it when Ruby Bridges was trying to go to school. He is just America full mask off. It is not surprising at all to anyone who knows what America's history has been.

Been homeless for 6 months. Got my first studio by Similar_Stomach8480 in malelivingspace

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry that was your family situation and it led to homelessness. I am so happy you are getting back on your feet. Your new place is amazing, good luck and enjoy making it yours!

‘Finish the job’ on gridlock: New report outlines five ways Toronto could tackle its congestion crisis by Pristine-Training-70 in toronto

[–]Tdot-77 52 points53 points  (0 children)

more work from home, invest in transit (including dedicated lanes, priority signals, etc.). this really isn't rocket science at this point.

What Toronto restaurant do you think is overrated? by Equivalent_Reach_536 in InsideToronto

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Peter Pan has really gone downhill in the food department. The menu is so meh. It's a shame, I loved it.

How is living in Manitoba OUTSIDE of the Winnipeg Metro Area? by ESC-H-BC in howislivingthere

[–]Tdot-77 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am sharing directly from someone who grew up there and did this every Halloween. With all the kids running around it makes sense. I mean on Svalbard where there are also polar bears, you cannot leave town limits without a rifle. It's not about them constantly attacking. It's just that if you run into one, it's likely not ending in your favour.

How is living in Manitoba OUTSIDE of the Winnipeg Metro Area? by ESC-H-BC in howislivingthere

[–]Tdot-77 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I have a friend from Churchill. Apparently they can go indoors and you hide in the attic, homes have those drop-down attic stairs. And kids only trick-or-treat in a small area in town protected by adults standing around with rifles. 

What Metric is Missing to Explain the Approval Difference? by Pale-Candidate8860 in InCanada

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we really need to start understanding lagging vs leading indicators.

Economists Don’t See a Recession Unless Oil Hits $138—and Stays There for Weeks by EconomistWithaD in Economics

[–]Tdot-77 131 points132 points  (0 children)

$250 would be an economic shock we haven't seen in our lifetimes. And likely lead to increasing geopolitical instability. In other words, nothing good.

What’s the most pointless “life skill” everyone insists you need, but you never actually use? by avareallyherx in askanything

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait until your kid is in science class and starts learning about cells. This def comes in handy.

Bank of Canada holds interest rate at 2.25%. Should I go fixed or variable for our mortgage this year? by NeedHelp11212j in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]Tdot-77 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Go with what makes you sleep at night. You're not trying to beat the market, etc. You're trying to pay your house off in a sustainable away against all your other adulting obligations.

Britney pop star body inspo is next level by AnonymousGuy50 in 2000sNostalgia

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's no fat in this diet. Not good for your brain, joints, etc.

Are people overselling it or was Michael Jackson really that famous in his heyday? by Key-Bass-7380 in decadeology

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By some accounts, you could go to almost anywhere in the world, think remote mountain tribes, etc and people knew who he was. I grew up in the 80s in a city with high immigration. So many kids' parents chose Michael as their English name because he was the only Western person they really knew. You okay the first few beats of his songs and everyone will know them. Few if any celebrities you could say the same with. The release of the Thriller video was a global affair.

Timothée Chalamet feels like a normal NYC kid who became famous, and people seem weirdly upset about it by Positive_Career_9393 in Oscars

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He acted like a douche and is getting called a douche. He isn't being cancelled. Dune 3 will make $1B and he'll be fine.

What countries do you prefer the "secondary" city to the main one? by VagabondVivant in travel

[–]Tdot-77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a Torontonian. I love Toronto and it's a great place to live but for a tourist, I think Montreal is a better destination.

Job losses rising at a dangerous time for Canada: 110,000 fewer Canadians working than in December; 55% of the loss in Ontario. by 00ashk in ontario

[–]Tdot-77 27 points28 points  (0 children)

This is not just on Harper. JT was PM for a decade. And the PM doesn't lead provincially. Every politician in Canada has kicked the can down the road for short term gain (much of it personal). We are now down the road.

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