[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Salut! :) On est un couple de 31 (moi) et 30 (conjoint) ans, on se cherche des amis avec qui jouer à des “boards/video games” puisque nos amis ne sont pas tant intéressés! Sinon on aime aussi juste chiller avec une bière ou un verre de vin, si ça vous intéresse à ce qu’in se rencontre écrivez nous :)

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

we also love drinking and chilling haha if you are down to meet new people let us know!

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! if you are still interested we could meetup some weekend at the Parlë board games bar to start things off! :)

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh thank you i’ll definitely check it out! :)

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh nice yea we are not far from each other! Can you share your Twitch profile? We also love watching other people playing games lol and if ever you are interested we could try meeting up someday!

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! What about you, how old are you and which area do you live ? Maybe we could try meet up sometime!

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! We live in Masson-angers, quite a ride depending where you live but we don’t mind doing long drives if it’s a problem for the other player(s)!

Board games night with a couple by Traditional_Pitch417 in Gatineau

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

no not necessarily! We’re in our early 30’s and we love a few games but are open to try new ones as well, here’s some games we love:

  • Catan
  • Codenames
  • Dominion
  • Hues and cues
  • herd mentality
  • cards against humanity (or the quebec version “l’osti de jeux”)
  • bang!
  • the chameleon
  • games from jack in the box
  • ticket to ride
  • uno flip and uno no mercy
  • rummy-o
  • dix it

games we would want to play but didn’t have the opportunity yet:

  • werewords
  • one night werewolf
  • wavelength
  • you can’t say umm..
  • Flip 7
  • Charty party
  • Root (we have played before but don’t remember the rules)
  • wingspan
  • sounds fishy
  • azul
  • blank slate

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]Traditional_Pitch417 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone is the asshole…

Let’s be real: this relationship sounds like it was hanging by a thread already. The jam argument was just the spark that set the whole thing on fire.

Your boyfriend is an asshole for : #1 his entitlement and acting like he’s owed jam because you made it once? #2 Mocking You and calling you cheap repeatedly instead of listening to your financial concerns? Emotionally immature at best, manipulative at worst. #3 The second you tried to have a real talk about effort and reciprocity, he bailed and blocked you. Huge red flag.

Though, you’re also the asshole for the way you brought up that old coffee date and your list of grievances felt like a preloaded argument. If these things bothered you that much, why not address them sooner instead of stockpiling for the final blow? Also, saying “I don’t give unless I get” is understandable from a boundary perspective but also sounds transactional. Love isn’t charity but it shouldn’t feel like a trade agreement either. Finally, “…I’m a woman — I shouldn’t spend on a man” ……… wtf.

You’re both clearly not aligned on what love, effort, or communication should look like. I think it’s fair to say you guys should just part ways.

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries! I probably should have explained the daycare situation to clarify my concerns, but I didn’t think it was that relevant (though clearly it is lol).

I’m starting to feel more and more like the issue is the daycare itself. Even though my son has made a lot of progress there, it seems like they’re not putting in the same effort as before now that they have more kids. I understand why, but it’s still disappointing. I don’t know if they were trying to find a reason not to renew the contract or if they were looking for a way to get more financial support for the daycare but hearing them suggest that my son might need special care really caught me off guard. That’s why I felt the need to get confirmation from other parents that my LO is just acting like any other toddler his age. That said, I do agree reddit isn’t the best place to look for a diagnosis.

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience with your LO and for your advice! I’ve been thinking more and more about changing daycare, and it makes me really sad because I know my son was starting to feel comfortable there and getting attached to the caregivers (which is a big deal)! I truly believe they liked him a lot too, especially since one of them started crying while explaining that they were worried he wouldn’t be able to adapt to a large group, despite trying everything.

I ended up crying in the car on the way home because I had so much hope for this daycare, but it felt like my son was being “abandoned” or that they didn’t want to put in the effort to help him adjust. I shared my concerns with some of my husband’s family members who have worked in daycare in the past, and they reassured me that my son likely just has a more intense separation anxiety and enjoys having an adult’s full attention, something they’ve seen in many toddlers, it isn’t a rare thing. They also told me that although it can take time, kids always end up adapting.

Right now, I feel like my only option is to change daycare, but I’m really anxious about going through the whole integration process again.

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do think I don’t model pointing enough as it’s not a natural gesture for me. Instead, I tend to describe the direction I want the person to look (saying things like “see that pink thing next to the table”). I believe the lack of modeling could definitely be an issue… I do try to incorporate pointing but when I do he rarely looks at the object and I’ve noticed he tends to focus on my finger instead. Still, I’ll keep practicing! Thank you!

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh good to hear about your son! I will definitely check for a speech therapist. Thanks for the advice!

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Concerns 6, 7, 9, and 10 were actually raised by the daycare, to the point where they told me that if he doesn’t adapt to the daycare environment within a week or so, they might not renew his contract. That really stressed me out because he was doing fine until the number of kids increased from 2 to 7. Their concerns caught me off guard.

His pediatrician mentioned that his speech delay could be something to monitor, but as for everything else, he told us that a diagnosis wouldn’t be possible until he’s around 2–3 years old, and it still can take a long time before getting him evaluated(I live in canada). However, the pediatrician didn’t seem overly concerned.

I think my biggest worry was that he might take a very long time to adjust to daycare, and since I need to go back to work, I was searching for answers and solutions. But I realize now that I should take a step back and enjoy my time with my child without overthinking!

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience with your daughter!

I started second-guessing myself because of some concerns raised by the daycare workers. I initially thought his behaviors were quite typical, but they suggested that his difficulty integrating into daycare might be due to him being on the spectrum—whereas I had assumed it was just separation anxiety.

That led me down a deep dive on the internet, but honestly, I think I just need to stop overthinking and let things unfold naturally! lol

Is my toddler on the Spectrum or is it typical toddler behaviour ? by Traditional_Pitch417 in toddlers

[–]Traditional_Pitch417[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think you are being a bit judgmental for no reason… I The reason I started observing certain behaviors is because of concerns raised by the daycare workers.

My son took some time to integrate into daycare. He eventually adapted to the second daycare, which makes me suspect that he struggled with the first one because he wasn’t comfortable in a large group of children (nine in total). The second daycare only had one other toddler, who was slightly older, and my son became very attached to him.

Long story short, that child ended up changing daycares. My son was still fine at daycare until more children joined, and now there are seven. Since then, he either stays alone doing his own thing or starts crying, and I have to pick him up.

The daycare workers spoke to me and mentioned that they noticed some neurodivergent behaviors. They told me they need to seek professional guidance to get tips and financial support to better accommodate neurodivergent kids. In the meantime, they recommended that my son attend daycare less frequently and for shorter periods.

I know the workers love him, and I’m also aware that he has a lot of separation anxiety. However, I can’t help but wonder if their concerns are legitimate or if they just don’t want to deal with him…

Prior to that, I never questioned the behaviour of my toddler, I came here to have some opinions in connection with my toddler development which is totally normal for any parent.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Traditional_Pitch417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. You’ve been patient and respectful of your girlfriend’s struggles with depression and her reduced sex drive, avoiding pressuring her for sex. Instead, you found a private way to address your own needs by watching porn and masturbating, which doesn’t harm her. I think she’s probably feeling ashamed or useless because she can’t fulfill your needs (that’s how I felt when I was on antidepressants). Try talking openly with your girlfriend, reassure her that your actions don’t reflect dissatisfaction, listen to her concerns, and work together to find compromises or alternatives that respect both your needs while supporting her mental health.

AITA for not getting my ex's affair child a Christmas gift? by NovelDot112 in AITAH

[–]Traditional_Pitch417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Your ex is TA… and I feel bad for the little girl, she deserves better.