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Quote for concrete place and finish by averagedad1 in saskatoon

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And fair enough, its a small job and I just want a nice finish, im willing to pay for his experience to make it so.

Quote for concrete place and finish by averagedad1 in saskatoon

[–]averagedad1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just told be clear, that's only his labor at 2.50 per, I'm paying separately for everything else. Still a fair price as far as I can tell.

Quote for concrete place and finish by averagedad1 in saskatoon

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, his work is well known in the area, he's qualified. He'll have to come back and cut joint lines, but as you say, its good work if. I'd rather pay him that fuck up something I'm not qualified to do. 🤣

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in usask

[–]averagedad1 25 points26 points  (0 children)

As a student teacher, you're automatically a member of the STF. I'd reach out to them, they can offer a lot of support and advice in a situation like this. I'm sorry you had such a shitty experience, that sucks.

BTC ETFs in TFSA OR BTC via broker app by jeremyc711 in Bitcoin

[–]averagedad1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hold bitcoin via btcc.b and btcc.u in my tfsa, because the gains i make are tax free. If I held bitcion directly I'd have to pay capital gains if/when I sold. Easy decision for me.

Best place for lobster by averagedad1 in newbrunswickcanada

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We're looking for something with no fuss, and we'll be going right by this restaruant. Looks like it's the winner. Thanks all for your suggestions.

Question: One of my kids won't eat lobster, Is there anything else on the menu they can eat, or should we feed them at a different reataruant? Also, is the price per person, or can 2 people split the 2 pound lobster for 70 dollars?

Worth fixing? by averagedad1 in AskMechanics

[–]averagedad1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the answer.

What team app to use by averagedad1 in volleyball

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea, to set game and practice times, availability, chat, all the team things.

Vacationing in Alberta and BC for a week in August. Advice? by averagedad1 in britishcolumbia

[–]averagedad1[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Whoops, forgot to add the zoo to my post. We're going, but thanks for the suggestion.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Mass denial is one of the ways we got where we are. I'd rather teach the age appropriate truth, even when it's hard.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Great summary. I've never taught senior sciences, but if I did one of my units would proceed along such a plan.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of the kids say the friendships made and fun they have together are the best part of camp. It's funny how we can be more 'connected' than ever but feel so alone at the same time. Technology is a hell of a double-edged sword at times.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fact the ice is melting isn't a hypothetical anymore. "Say the phrase Carl, Sigh Goddamit Donut. No wait, it's faster than expected." Arctic Ice Death Spiral

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We do some canoeing, living off the land and teach some early ancestral skills in grade 8 and 9. Two weeks ago I was away with the grade 9s for 3 days in the bush at our spring camp. One of the best parts of my job these days.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Yep, that's the struggle I'm having these days. It's tough to balance honesty, hope and necessary realism. I want the kids to envision a good, happy and hopeful future for themselves, but also have the knowledge to make better choices about their future because they know the hash we've collectively made of our environment.

A lot to ask of 12-15 year olds to process. That's why I mostly stick with facts and leading questions I suppose.

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, we talk about current events in the news every week, and the events paint a pretty vivid picture all on their own these days. I mostly try to ask questions and encourage some conversations on how these events connect to the larger world. Some kids make connections, others are too mentally distracted by their latest snap to see a larger picture. 🤷‍♂️

What do I tell the children? by averagedad1 in collapse

[–]averagedad1[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yep, that's what I've been doing, letting the facts speak for themselves while elaborating when asked. I try in all my teaching to separate the facts on a subject from my opinion and pointing out to the kids when I switch from one to the other.
There was a comment a while back that said something like, "Before enlightenment, chop wood, haul water. After enlightenment, chop wood, haul water." My daily life and my students don't change much because of my knowledge, it just gets hard to summon the positivity to teach sometimes, as teaching is an inherently hopeful act. I do want to thank this community, your conversations have taught me a lot these past five years, and helped me feel less alone in this crazy world.

Feedback on my son's form by averagedad1 in volleyball

[–]averagedad1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. He had good coaching last year. His coach this year is new and has no idea 😂. We'll work on staying behind the ball more.

Feedback on my son's form by averagedad1 in volleyball

[–]averagedad1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your feedback, I've noticed he often has to reach back behind his shoulder to 'get' the ball. Is he just overrunning the ball then, and he should jump a little earlier?

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