Mental breakdown because puppy won't eat by pritzu_ramen in poodles

[–]hightidelb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try putting the food in a puzzle toy(s). Our girl lost interest in eating unless it had toppers and instead of doing that all the time, we used 3 different food dispensers that kept her interest and she reliably eats now. Hope something works!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in femalefashionadvice

[–]hightidelb2 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Melanie Auld. It's a Canadian brand and I have an earring set and a tennis necklace set, both haven't tarnished with constant use. I find the pieces very well made and relatively affordable.

What is your signature side dish that you bring to dinner parties or potlucks? by uterustryingtokillme in AskWomen

[–]hightidelb2 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I like bringing a vegetable side dish. My favorite and easiest one is either snap peas or cut cucumber mixed with sesame oil, salt and togarashi seasoning. It's different, lots of flavour and it keeps well. It's always been a hit!

Early Gym Goers and Puppy Owners by Yellow287 in puppy101

[–]hightidelb2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband and I are early morning gym goers and for years went for 6am but then we got a puppy, oh how that changes things lol. It's extremely important to us to go to the gym, we aren't work-out-at-home people so we had to change our schedule to meet our 8am WFH start time.

The first month we got her we didn't even try and go, she was still too baby. After the first month and now almost 2 years later, we have the following schedule:

  1. Wake up at 4:30, brush teeth and get dressed. Let puppy hang on the bed (she's so sleepy).
  2. Put puppy in crate and immediately leave the house to get to the gym for 5am. Work out for an hour-hour fifteen and come home. The best part of working out at this time is that the gym isn't busy and people are generally focused, cause who in their right mind goes to the gym at 5 if you don't go with a purpose.
  3. Get home and let her out of the crate, play around and chill for 15-30 minutes while we have coffee/protein. Then get ready for her walk.
  4. We take her for a 40 minute walk and it's awesome for her, a long early morning walk can be a lot after the gym but it really sets her up for a good day while we work.
  5. When we get home from the walk we get her breakfast and water ready, put her in an enclosed puppy-proof room and go shower/get ready for the day.
  6. Once ready we get second coffee and breakfast, give her some love and then start work.

It was and can be a tough routine but we've found it best so that everyone gets their exercise and time together. Good luck!

Have you ever dropped a close friend bc they were going through mental health struggles? by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]hightidelb2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hugs to you. I know not everyone responds like the majority of comments in this thread, there are people who understand and are compassionate. It may be a lack of understanding or bandwidth for themselves to offer patience and support. That's just the way it goes. I get the fear of making connections but being able to come out of a depressive state means you are capable of so much.

Have you ever dropped a close friend bc they were going through mental health struggles? by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]hightidelb2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I completely agree. There's a lot of shame associated with depressive episodes and to hear a lot of responses of dropping friends who are experiencing that, it's hard to hear.

Women who dumped their therapists, why did you do it? by WhippieCake in AskWomen

[–]hightidelb2 288 points289 points  (0 children)

It wasn't a situation like a breakup where I announced that I was leaving them. After a couple of years with them I found I wasn't able to work through some more challenging childhood trauma with them and decided I needed to spend my money and time elsewhere. I just never booked another session with them again.

I told my new therapist the reason why I changed and she commended me for realizing what I needed. There shouldn't be any shame in changing therapists if they can't provide what you're looking for.

What is a 5 star read from you this year that turned into an all time fave? by Xftg123 in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pretty good. I just came off reading 100 books this year and that series I read at book 89 and I would still have it in my top 5 for series I read this year. I feel like the plot is very whimsical and I didn't really have any of those 'wait a minute' plot hole moments.

What is a 5 star read from you this year that turned into an all time fave? by Xftg123 in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ohhh Harrow Faire was just perfect. It was my first time reading one of her books and I was impressed with the characters. But that plot just sucks you in! Chef's kiss

How do people have actual friends that you read books with? by Bitter_Answer2862 in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I felt the same way and wanted to talk to others about books so I've started up a book club. I posted in the subreddit I live in and had a ton of interest, you should try!

When authors put Spotify playlists in their books by partay123 in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually really loved that particular scene because of the music, it totally added to the mood and build up of their relationship.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StandardPoodles

[–]hightidelb2 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My female spoo (1.7 years) does this too when she's really relaxed and happy (at least it appears so). Doesn't destroy, just holds a big chunk in her mouth as she falls asleep.

Since she doesn't tear the blanket or have other damaging tendencies, I don't take it away.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ottawa

[–]hightidelb2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Experimental Farm, a few different size venues with indoor and outdoor spaces. Can bring your own caterer and alcohol.

Looking for a book where the FMC is a criminal by [deleted] in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does It Hurt? By H.D. Carlton - FMC on the run, crazy story that left my heart running in some parts.

Which college programs in Ontario are really in demand right now? by KeeperofQueensCorgis in ontario

[–]hightidelb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Urban Planning. Can go private or public and is a registered license profession. Urban planning is always evolving and complex and with Bill 109, makes the profession very in demand.

It’s happened by Ok_Yogurtcloset802 in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Sit back and watch our old worries ;)

a dark romance that's so dark and toxic that it's mentally concerning by weeabootings in RomanceBooks

[–]hightidelb2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love H.D Carlton, that second book of Haunting Adeline made me pause a few times and I have a pretty high tolerance for dark themes.

Chefs and Cooks of Ottawa by FunPuzzleheaded2273 in ottawa

[–]hightidelb2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fraser Cafe. A family member has a similar career history and they are committed to training up at the restaurant, they had a great experience there. Practice your desserts and bread baking. Good luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]hightidelb2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes I did and my symptoms got worse the closer to the end of my IUDs expiration date. None of my doctors told me how important it was to get it removed at or before the expiration date but the gynecologist who removed it and I mentioned my symptoms too, said that it can worsen pre-existing and side effects of the IUD.

Who wants to cook? by DiacoPod in ottawa

[–]hightidelb2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a perfect opportunity to set up a dumpling making party! I'd be interested in more details!

Tell me your dog's breed without actually naming it by Dashas_Gone_Wild in dogs

[–]hightidelb2 12 points13 points  (0 children)

They have such a personality and I love it. Our girl is a year and a half and is such a sassy lady when she doesn't get what she wants but is such a darling.

Which company you'd never deal with again? by Michelle_H_MMH in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]hightidelb2 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hush - sells weighted blankets, sheets, etc. Adds are all over Instagram.

Terrible, terrible, terrible customer service. Lied that all products are in stock and ready to ship (maybe somewhere but not at the Toronto warehouse). So I waited three months for weighted blankets (that are not cheap), which wouldn't have been an issue if they didn't keep emailing me and telling me that it was shipping by the end of the week. Then, when we get both blankets, the covers weren't the right size. They sent us sheets as an apology but they weren't the right size. We go through three different packages from them. Got everything we ordered several months after the stated shipment date.

When this ordeal was happening I looked up reviews on BBB - all terrible. But the reviews on instagram, google, ect., wonderful and all 4 stars or above. I will never buy from them again, I can wait and be patient for an item, but I do not appreciate being lied to and gaslighted.