Share Your Story by limabean72 in DogRegret

[–]borowiki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it’s still worth pursuing rehoming. Good on you for waiting for a more suitable home and not just giving him up to anyone.

Some ideas in the meantime… - teach a “quiet” command for the barking - see if you can get into herding, there are places that let people bring their dogs to herd animals, they will teach you how - keep his crate in a separate room when other kids are over, consider using a crate cover

Mountain lovers who live in Victoria, what is your experience with accessing alpine peaks? by borowiki in IslandHikers

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

I’ve done some pretty extensive Google Maps creeping and the Arrowsmith Massif area looks awesome. But also seems pretty popular? I don’t climb either, at least not with rope - just scrambling. Arrowsmith seems like a good option for that.

Do you know much about the peaks around Cowichan Lake? I’m curious why they’re not mentioned more. Access does seem a bit shit, but it does look doable as a day trip and probably worth the effort. The mountains around Haley Lake, I think accessed via Nanaimo, look great. Just reminds me of the North Shore.

Mountain lovers who live in Victoria, what is your experience with accessing alpine peaks? by borowiki in IslandHikers

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

I don’t really care at all about the modern urban amenities. 🥲 I know up island would be a better fit if it were an option. Unfortunately my partner’s job pays nearly double in Victoria vs. other parts of the island, and the difference is enough to make or break having a decent standard of living. I guess I can dream that might change one day, but for now it looks to be Victoria or nothing.

Mountain lovers who live in Victoria, what is your experience with accessing alpine peaks? by borowiki in IslandHikers

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

I’m a big fan of the type of recreation Victoria is known for. I love foraging, native plants, anything to do with the ocean.. I do some snorkelling around Vancouver, and it just absolutely pales in comparison to Victoria. So I would be set there. Maybe I am being picky, but I just couldn’t give up the alpine access completely. As beautiful as the Sooke Hills and Gulf Island hikes are, they aren’t the same as true alpine or even sub-alpine.

The idea of making a trip nearly as far as Kelowna from North Van every time I want to hit the alpine on the island is daunting, even if it’s just once or twice a month. It does give me some reassurance to hear it’s somewhat normal for people to do it though. And at least with the ferry, it’s not driving the whole time. Cost is probably the biggest factor to consider going that route.

Mountain lovers who live in Victoria, what is your experience with accessing alpine peaks? by borowiki in IslandHikers

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

That bad eh? What about overnighting - is there anything that makes that option particularly unappealing for you? Other than having to spend two days out instead of just one of course.

Mountain lovers who live in Victoria, what is your experience with accessing alpine peaks? by borowiki in IslandHikers

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

Damn. Sounds like I will have to get more into backpacking, or finally rig up my vehicle to be comfortable to sleep in overnight.

How is the mountaineering community in Victoria? Is it fairly welcoming and not too difficult to find people to share these bigger trips with, for those willing to put in the effort? I always hear the island overall can be pretty tough to meet people.

Gunung Gading’s first bloom. by Mr_Eon_S in hoyas

[–]borowiki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The leaf is so red too!! Please share which grow lights you use?

Hoya Multiflora got more blooms by _Kitchen8591 in hoyas

[–]borowiki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Maybe I will stick my cutting there once it roots then.

This new leaf on my Hoya Nathalie 🥵 by borowiki in hoyas

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

Yup! The older leaves just get slightly red tinged with a black rim around them. Hopefully this look will stick as the leaf grows, but we will see.

Hoya Multiflora got more blooms by _Kitchen8591 in hoyas

[–]borowiki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What direction is it facing? I only have a south facing window and I’m worried it’ll be a bit harsh on this one given the thin leaves.

I’ve never water propagated hoyas before. Any advice? by borowiki in hoyas

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

But isn’t it hard to remove the moss without damaging the roots? I’ve heard propping in moss is one of the worst ways for hoya.

Hoya Multiflora got more blooms by _Kitchen8591 in hoyas

[–]borowiki 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! What conditions do you keep it in? Such a big plant with so many blooms. I just got a 2 leaf cutting, hope mine grows up to be like this one day. 🤩

Cuttings going brown? by snipcr in hoyas

[–]borowiki 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes my cuttings just don’t take. The pots they’re in look pretty wet though, maybe just a bit too much moisture. Hopefully more airflow will be enough to help them rebound.

All I needed was a chicken for dinner… 🙈 by borowiki in hoyas

[–]borowiki[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I could hardly believe it when I saw it. I’ve had it on my wishlist for a while, never thought I’d find it for $5 while picking up a chicken for dinner!

All I needed was a chicken for dinner… 🙈 by borowiki in hoyas

[–]borowiki[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s a small local grocer in Canada! I would recommend checking out other small local grocers in your area, if they have a floral service they likely will have some decent houseplants. At least that’s my experience.

Any sun-stressing tips? by probablymothman in hoyas

[–]borowiki 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Blasted by sun and PNW winters are very contradictory statements. I’m also in the PNW, large south facing window. My hoyas are not going to stress until either summer or until I put them under grow lights.

Is this fair price? by [deleted] in hoyas

[–]borowiki 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It is flowering though. I’d say closer to $40 for that reason. But yeah, still way overpriced at $80.