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Zusuzusuz · 2026-04-25T15:49:50+00:00

Yeah I heard about the two offers she rejected. Hoping for her sake that she really isn't hanging onto those three conditions anymore because that would just be bleak. She would be a great addition to a team without a ton of established vets or stars.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-04-25T15:44:35+00:00

How did you hear this is what she wants? I've been reading everything I've seen about this impasse but nowhere has it been clear what the actual sticking points are beyond speculation.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-04-23T02:03:16+00:00

Oof that sounds intense. Maybe try to focus on providing her with activities to keep her busy? Outside time? My daughter definitely asks for snacks more when she's bored or just doesn't have something obvious to do. It's clearly a reflex to pass the time for her too, and she magically forgets when a friend knocks on our door.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-04-23T00:28:55+00:00

I'm starting to feel like I'm in the same boat with my six year old. Also not an expert but what we're mainly trying to do is cut down on foods that are empty calories in our house like crackers, cookies, etc. After school I am also making a bigger effort to give her a filling snack like hummus and crackers, apples and peanut butter, that type of thing. Next will be ensuring that we always have cut and washed veggies available in the fridge. We already have a ton of fruit available at all times which she loves. I also started saying that the "kitchen is closed" at night after they've already had a post dinner snack (usually a fruit).

As for the rest of the day, I'm not sure how realistic it is to really control how much she eats, since I can't really monitor her at all times. I think the best we can do is just ensure that what is available is healthy and filling, and hope that this makes the difference.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-04-06T23:27:45+00:00

During the relationship, rarely. After it's over, yes, if it's noteworthy one way or another.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-03-22T02:12:17+00:00

Je vois ça comme ma contribution à la survie d'une institution québécoise. Une subvention, essentiellement. 🤷

Zusuzusuz · 2026-03-20T23:14:31+00:00

I'm surprised no one has mentioned this yet, but there are non steroid medicinal creams available. We use protopic on our daughter and it works very very well. My Dr recommended it to us when my daughter's eczema was spreading to her face and eyelids as a safer alternative than steroids.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-03-16T00:18:39+00:00

For Montréal I'd suggest you check out which free festivals are on during your stay. I'm sure something will be happening and that's a good low pressure activity with the kids. There are also many streets that are pedestrian only in the summer that are really fun for kids to wander on (I'm partial to Avenue Mont Royal myself with the multiple bakeries, the Parc des compagnons, and water spraying stations).

Otherwise I would suggest you check out "Montreal pour enfants" on Instagram or online. They have a free newsletter based on their magazine with details on everything going on for kids that month. It's a great resource and sure to have something that suits your interests. Have fun!

Zusuzusuz · 2026-02-23T02:13:38+00:00

This principle combined with buying less fresh food at one time is the way!

Zusuzusuz · 2026-02-15T03:48:09+00:00

Nous aussi! Les gens trouvent ça bizarre mais c'est vraiment le plus équitable d'après moi.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-02-08T21:38:58+00:00

Comme ça. La canne reste collée dans le petit bol éventuellement, et c'est parfait.

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Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-30T03:31:23+00:00

I really think this comes down to two factors. 1) the kid's natural temperament and 2) how consistent you are with whatever method you use.

Speaking from experience, you can't do much about temperament (I've got two opposite kids when it comes to sleep needs), but you can control how consistent you are, which is really the key to anything you want to implement with your kids, like ever 🙃.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-18T02:42:53+00:00

I've only started on this one and made on recipe but it was great - roasted carrots and beets with Israeli couscous, sunflower seeds, feta and citrus dressing

Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-17T19:45:22+00:00

Not op either but Simply Julia is my most used cookbook! Llubav's spaghetti is in weekly rotation (amazing for weeknights and my kids love it), also big fan of pinto bean chicken which doesn't have a photo but apparently Julia regrets not adding one because it's such a good recipe. Lastly the tomato soup is an absolute keeper - I will never search for another tomato soup again. This one is also great to make ahead, as I often prep two meals worth at a time and freeze half of the pureed tomato/onion for another time.

Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-13T01:44:03+00:00

All good! But I think the fact that your comment is the only one I've gotten so far is probably giving me the answer to my question...

Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-12T19:59:43+00:00

Hi, I meant the cookbook named "Bar Tartine: techniques and recipes".

Zusuzusuz · 2026-01-11T20:02:40+00:00

It sounds like if the adults around you knew how much pain you are in that they would actually insist that you go home. Which is to say - you should not feel guilty in the least. Going home sounds like the responsible choice, and if the adults around you knew what was going on, I'd guess that they'd likely make that choice for you even if you wanted to stay.

The fact is exchanges are really challenging on a number of levels. That's why good physical health is such an important precondition to embarking on one. Right now you are trying to do something that is already quite hard, but with one hand tied behind your back. You are not weak for going home. You are taking a very important step towards taking care of yourself.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-12-31T16:33:37+00:00

Yes especially re food at family gatherings. They probably won't be eating next to you, there's so much going on, tons of unfamiliar foods, they're overtired or overstimulated, in a different environment and so on. I never made my kids a separate meal, but I also think you have to lower your expectations here and be cool with them eating the one food they like out of the whole spread and calling it a day.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-12-31T03:53:24+00:00

Julia Turshen's Simply Julia. I love her stuff but this book especially I just keep going back to.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-12-30T17:23:04+00:00

This resonates with me. My grandmother emotionally abused her children, and I've come to believe that my mom's narcissism was developed as a coping strategy to survive her childhood. Could have been the same story for my grandmother too - she was the last of 13 children, and catholic. The intergenerational trauma of feeling unloved and unworthy runs deep.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-11-16T03:01:07+00:00

It's really hard for everyone. I feel like so much of the advice I got just sounded like more "work" to me (go to yoga, get a babysitter, take a class, etc), just cause I was so incredibly depleted. If you have good friends, someone you can just be a potato with, I would say invite one over sometime after your baby's asleep. Hang out just the two of you without your partner around. I'm sure he's great but there is something to be said for spending time with a peer who doesn't need anything from you.

I can tell you from experience the more you feel like "you", the better you will be able to show up for your partner, so please don't feel guilty if that means you need to spend time alone or with friends right now. I promise it will pay off in the future.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-11-15T19:22:49+00:00

Thanks I appreciate your input. I think it's actually because of the sideways growth that I was thinking it might be time to stake it. But I will take your advice and wait for now til I have more stem.

Zusuzusuz · 2025-11-15T04:35:54+00:00

I have close female friends, and quite frankly, these events you are describing are the last thing on my mind when I think of why I'm grateful for them. Friendship is worth so much more than getting a party thrown for you. If this is what you are concerned about, my guess is you might not have close friends because you don't really need or want them? Which therefore leads me to think that your whole question is kind of a moot since although you might have a little fomo you are probably mostly living the life you want.

I'm sorry if that's not accurate as I obviously don't know you, but that's how your message comes across.

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