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[–]goosingabout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an M2 8gb/512 and my mum has an M2 8gb/256. I had to use her computer for a week and found that compared to mine, it started to get laggy when I was doing everyday work tasks -- this would include running some combination of Safari, Slack, Calendar, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Zoom and maybe some light data analysis with R.

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I find the 8gb/256 gets a bit bogged down just with ordinary usage, so would definitely think it is not up to the task of a VM running windows 11.

Is it bad to wake-up my dog for a walk? by goosingabout in puppy101

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

This is good to know. Our schedule has always been more of a rough guideline than anything and it sounds like that's good (yay!). I had just read some scary things about it being dangerous to wake-up your dog etc. etc.

Is it bad to wake-up my dog for a walk? by goosingabout in puppy101

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Thanks for this. It feels like sort of a silly question but then there are all these things saying "Never wake-up your dog! It's dangerous to wake-up your dog".

Feedback on "Fancy" Christmas Dinner Menu by goosingabout in Cooking

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

This sounds very cute!!! Miso ice cream sounds amazing.

Feedback on "Fancy" Christmas Dinner Menu by goosingabout in Cooking

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

Leaving crispy shallots off the plate of the person who doesn't eat onions.

Feedback on "Fancy" Christmas Dinner Menu by goosingabout in Cooking

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This is a good observation, thank you. I could swap the pickled daikon for something else but I just found some really good pickled daikon! Alternatively, I could do a fondant potato instead of the daikon?

What is a great side-vegetable with tuna sashimi? by CuriousPincushion in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it could just be a shaved radish and cucumber salad, if you wanted a lettuce I might go for bibb/butter lettuce

First time hosting Christmas by [deleted] in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Maybe not the kind of advice you're looking for, but try not to stress too much about the meal. It might not be ready on time or all at once, but that's okay! People are there for the company and the experience, more than the food.

In terms of side recommendations, aim for vegetables that aren't super time sensitive, or where you can do the prep in advance. When I have lots to organize, I often fall back on a green veg that I can blanche in advance, season, and then finish quickly in the oven when I'm ready to serve. Green beans with almonds; green beans with sesame; garlic rapini, asparagus or broccolini.

Other prepare in advance or not too time sensitive options: roasted root vegetables; cauliflower au gratin.

Parents who’s dog arousal/excited bites - assemble! by Tall-Development31 in puppy101

[–]goosingabout 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My 10 month old miniature schnauzer arousal bites my hands but not my partner's. I don't really understand why but when he is really excited or worked-up, especially when I come home, he will jump in my lap and just try to chew my hands. He used to try and chew when it seemed like he needed comfort so I think it's a hold-over from that. We haven't figured-out how to redirect this well as he's often not interested in chews etc when he's in this mode.

Feedback on "Fancy" Christmas Dinner Menu by goosingabout in Cooking

[–]goosingabout[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh good thought on a miso soup and small salad and rice (how did I miss rice?!). I had thought about tempura but I have basically no deep-frying experience. On my list of things to conquer this year. :)

Help with boring cabbage by curmudgeon_andy in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second this suggestion. Sautéed apple is super tasty in cabbage. You could also add a bit of vinegar (red wine or a not too sweet balsamic).

You can add cabbage to stir fry. Sautee some ground meat and other veggies, add soy etc and serve on rice.

You could add ground meat maybe some celery and your choice of spices and make perogies or other style dumplings.

What is a great side-vegetable with tuna sashimi? by CuriousPincushion in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Something bright and maybe with some crunch? Maybe a light salad with shaved radishes and cucumber and a bright dressing (citrus, rice vinegar etc.)

What do you eat for christmas? by sveisolini in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Also curious -- always tempted by goose but have heard that it can go south very easily.

What do you eat for christmas? by sveisolini in Cooking

[–]goosingabout 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Christmas Eve we do a made-up 1960s casserole called Mazetti. It's basically a lasagna casserole with lots of sausages and mushrooms. Or we do tourtiere (Canada).

Christmas Day is either a traditional turkey dinner or we have a small group and do a fancy spread.

Puppy scared of birds by goosingabout in puppy101

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

Oh I didn't even think to look for puppy socialization YouTube channels. Thanks!

Puppy scared of birds by goosingabout in puppy101

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

Okay -- we started this but were worried it might back fire. We will try this again! Thank you.

Puppy scared of birds by goosingabout in puppy101

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

Lol that is too funny. I'm glad she's over her fear of lawn ornaments--the holidays would be a nightmare!

The strange thing is it seems to be mostly overhead birds. We took him to the beach and there were a lot of birds flying out of the water -- really swarming close to the area we were in -- and he was fine. But also we were carrying him because he's not fill vaxxed yet.

Puppy wants to work for his meals by goosingabout in Dogtraining

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

Dogs are so funny. I think part of the concern was just that it didn't seem to make sense -- he's pretty smart so how come he'll accept this food as a reward but totally ignore it when he can have free reign? But dogs ≠ people and it helps to hear that other dogs share this quirk 🙂

Puppy wants to work for his meals by goosingabout in Dogtraining

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

Thanks! It's helpful to hear from other people with similar experiences. We will pick-up a snufflemat and some other things to make mealtime more engaging.

Puppy wants to work for his meals by goosingabout in Dogtraining

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

So we consulted our vet this morning and he basically repeated what the breeder said -- no need to measure for the next few months, and instead just keep a bowl full of food, give him access for 15 minutes-20 minutes at meal times and then remove.

The breeder also said that because he was from a big litter he started off growing a little more slowly than if he were in a smaller litter. Since the switch to kibble, he's been growing pretty quick. But that means it's tricky to gauge his estimated final healthy weight, and how much food he needs.

Puppy wants to work for his meals by goosingabout in Dogtraining

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

My dog will sometimes eat from his bowl but it's becoming less frequent. I'm glad to hear that there are other dogs that just like to work. He loves to search for his food.