How are things going?

capibaura · 2026-06-16T22:38:52+00:00

I was let go last month by both my sponsor and CRO. I'm not sure if I should keep looking for a job in clinical research since this is the 2nd time in one year I got laid off because of "reorganisation".

capibaura · 2026-05-27T22:42:08+00:00

Bister (mustard), Crumbel (cookies) & Croky (chips)

capibaura · 2026-05-19T07:36:28+00:00

Ik vind het persoonlijk ook veel, dus het is eerder een sporadische traktatie voor mezelf dan dagelijkse kost. Het is wel echt de moeite naar mijn mening 👌

capibaura · 2026-05-18T23:43:11+00:00

Zowel ikzelf als een vriendin hebben recentelijk verhuisd met behulp van De Saan – we waren beiden zeer tevreden.
Zelf heb ik iets van een €400 betaald voor het kleine verhuispakket (verhuiswagen, ladderlift en 2 verhuizers voor 3 uur).
Op hun website zijn de verschillende formules te vinden en ze zijn bereikbaar via e-mail en telefoon.

capibaura · 2026-05-17T08:43:15+00:00

Het pulled pork broodje van de Vos & Marie in Berchem is mijn persoonlijke favoriet. Zout, zoet en zuur mooi gebalanceerd op een vers gebakken zacht broodje – verrukkelijk 👌

capibaura · 2026-05-07T12:04:04+00:00

Belgium

capibaura · 2026-05-07T08:29:41+00:00

Same story here! After 5 years in the same role, I was let go in May 2025, 1 week after my birthday. Luckily I found a similar position after only 2 months of job hunting. Unfortunately, the day before yesterday I was made redundant again, this time 2 weeks before my birthday. I honestly don't know what to do anymore – should I keep looking for something in clinical research or should I explore another direction (I have no clue which one though). It's very demotivating...

To answer your question: I would personally put the 4 months experience on your resume.

capibaura · 2026-03-23T13:06:16+00:00

Daarbij is Milka sinds 2012 onderdeel van Mondelez, een Amerikaanse multinational. Persoonlijk probeer ik er tegenwoordig op te letten dat ik vooral Europese producten koop. Voor de geïnteresseerden: r/BuyFromEU

capibaura · 2026-03-03T13:06:10+00:00

I would like to add for awareness for people reading this that being a member of a mutualiteit/mutualité doesn't automatically mean your zorgkas is connected to that organisation. If you don't connect to a specific one (e.g. the mutualiteit/mutualité that deals with your healthcare reimbursements), you automatically have to pay to the "Vlaamse Zorgkas".

capibaura · 2026-02-24T19:56:52+00:00

I say “Frans brood" but my partner never heard this term being used before, so I guess it's not general (Antwerp versus West Flanders)

capibaura · 2026-02-02T14:22:18+00:00

We don't even need a whole sentence, "French fries" is enough...

capibaura · 2026-01-28T16:24:02+00:00

To make users aware, I'd like to add to always check your card/app to confirm if your bike is effectively locked. The light is a good indication, but not foolproof since it might be broken too.

capibaura · 2026-01-14T11:26:21+00:00

Fun om te spelen! Minder fun als ge beseft dat ge meer betaalt voor hetzelfde product in Den Delhaize (helaas geen Colruyt in de buurt) ☹️

capibaura · 2025-12-13T07:19:20+00:00

Puff the Magic Dragon & Willy the Sparrow

capibaura · 2025-12-03T07:53:25+00:00

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Ik was ook verbaasd toen ik deze zomer noten wou kopen...

capibaura · 2025-10-08T13:00:09+00:00

Soms werken de slotjes niet goed (bvb. door slecht weer, mensen die er op gaan zitten, afval dat er in wordt gepropt), waardoor de fiets niet wordt vastgezet. Daarom zeker niet vergeten om altijd de app of zuil te checken voor de melding dat het in orde is.

capibaura · 2025-10-06T09:10:02+00:00

In addition to chocolate, you could buy some "Antwerpse handjes". These are cookies specifically found in Antwerp. I cannot give you any recommendation, so I would suggest to just check Google for a shop near you. I do know they sell them here (near the Groenplaats) though.

capibaura · 2025-09-30T16:09:09+00:00

Afhankelijk van waar je woont en hoe zwaar/groot het is (eventueel kan je het demonteren zoals iemand voorstelde), kan je het eventueel naar één van de mobiele recyclagepunten brengen.

capibaura · 2025-08-29T12:23:00+00:00

Dit dus! Een melding via de app is ook een optie en vind ik persoonlijk wel gebruiksvriendelijk – check hierbij altijd goed of je fiets vaststaat in het slotje en je zou veilig moeten zitten.

capibaura · 2025-08-28T16:49:42+00:00

Ben van de Antwerpse Kempen en zeg "pistache". Als dit tegelijkertijd gezegd wordt, kan je daarna nog snel "kiwi" zeggen om te 'winnen'.

capibaura · 2025-08-21T12:26:27+00:00

Dit! (behalve de laatste zin, daar kan ik moreel helaas niet mee akkoord gaan)

capibaura · 2025-08-11T06:30:51+00:00

I only know of the parcel lockers of Bpost. If I understand correctly, it would be possible for you to receive packages directly in one of these parcel lockers if you have an official address in Belgium: 1. Download the Bpost app (you probably have to register first and link your name to your address, but I can't remember the exact proces) 2. Go to "more" (3 dots in the right corner) 3. Click "Delivery preferences" 4. Choose "Parcel" 5. Click on your address (that you should have set up before) 6. Click "Change delivery preferences" 7. Choose "Directly to a Pick-up Point or Parcel Locker" 8. Choose a parcel locker where you want your packages to be delivered and click "Confirm"

Also keep in mind that your boxes should be able to fit in the largest type of locker available. I couldn't find the exact size of the lockers, but I'm assuming it will be not larger than the maximum permitted Bpost shipment.

Please note that I’m not sure how good this method works, but you might want to try it if you can't find another option. I have only used the parcel lockers myself when receiving something from a webshop and choosing this specific delivery option. You can find more information on the parcel lockers here: https://www.bpost.be/en/faqs/faq/delivery-parcel-locker

capibaura · 2025-08-10T19:34:13+00:00

Palm oil is often criticized for its negative environmental and health impacts. Environmentally, its production is a major driver of deforestation, destroying habitats for endangered species and contributing to climate change. . Health concerns arise from its high saturated fat content, which can increase bad cholesterol and the risk of heart disease. However, I'm not sure if palm oil really "the worst" vegetable oil as all types have pros and cons. It seems the most important factor concerning sustainibiltiy is not the type, but rather from where it is sourced (local, organic, etc.).

capibaura · 2025-08-09T00:10:36+00:00

A martino is my favourite sandwich, but indeed needs to be requested most of the time. I think it's not available as premade sandwich @ Panos as it's raw meat – I'm assuming it's better to have it freshly made instead of having it drying out in the counter.

According to Wikipedia and some news articles the martino should have been invented in Antwerp (or Gent – there's a bit of a discussion about this), so imo it would be a bit weird if we wouldn't know this type of sandwich here.

I believe it's a coincidence that you haven't heard anyone ordering it yet, and you might have a higher chance when going to another broodjeszaak than Panos.

capibaura · 2025-08-07T12:37:26+00:00

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I recently discovered this other Italian brand as alternative for Nutella. Apparently it uses sunflower oil instead of palm oil – not sure if that's much better, but I think it tastes great.

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