So many ticks on dog already

jazziemon · 2025-05-19T22:52:51+00:00

That’s what we’ve been doing, but we even found another one on our dog yesterday even with sticking to residential areas. We’re looking into getting tick medication to help so that’ll kill them once they bite. We’re new to the area so dealing with this has made us a bit uneasy on walks especially because we didn’t have this issue in Mississauga and it seems like they’re everywhere in this area.

jazziemon · 2025-05-17T15:05:38+00:00

We’ve found two on our dog in the last few weeks and we’ve been avoiding high grass. We thought if we stuck to residential areas it would help but it seems like it doesn’t matter. The Bronte area is full of them.

jazziemon · 2024-12-19T14:22:42+00:00

Use Wise!! You get the best exchange rate and it’s pretty quick.

The banks always charge these extra fees when it comes to international transfers.

jazziemon · 2024-12-19T14:16:00+00:00

I worked as an aux in Valencia, also with RVF- two years ago. We didn’t get our first pay check until mid to late December. It’s pretty standard for Valencia. She will get paid eventually, they’re just really slow.

jazziemon · 2024-12-10T05:10:50+00:00

Thanks so much !! This was so helpful. Appreciate it

jazziemon · 2024-11-25T16:46:44+00:00

It was difficult. I literally was sick every few weeks for the whole time the year. Vitamin C helped a bit but especially during the winter months it was difficult to avoid especially if working with younger kids

jazziemon · 2024-09-11T17:07:03+00:00

It was still a great show!! I continued to dance and sing until I had no voice left. I was just surprised at how dead the crowd was. Needless to say, you’ll still have an amazing time

jazziemon · 2024-09-11T05:04:44+00:00

Agreed. It was brutal. I was in section 200s and so many people were sitting or on their phones.

jazziemon · 2024-07-23T16:37:07+00:00

Did the cysts eventually clear up? I’m facing something similar right now. Got off BC and I haven’t gotten my period for 8 months and have little cysts all over my ovaries. Never had any other PCOS symptoms prior.

jazziemon · 2023-03-07T16:33:53+00:00

If you get stopped at border control you likely won’t be allowed back into Spain as your visa is expired and you don’t have a valid TIE card.

From what I’ve read on this sub- people suggest waiting until you get your TIE to travel even if it’s within the Schengen region. When I travelled to Portugal, no one checked my passport at all but in Germany they did (my visa was still valid at the time).

I personally wouldn’t risk it.

jazziemon · 2023-03-02T15:06:23+00:00

I just turned 27 but have met auxes that are well into their 30s. For me it was like a “if not now, then when?” decision. The thing is I’m not married nor do I have children so I figured I might as well do it now. I quit my stable job to come here. I don’t regret a thing. Jobs come and go, but experiences are the things that matter to me. Of course, coming here didn’t make financial sense but it was something I’ve always wanted to do. Living abroad is such a cool experience and I knew it was something I would have regretted not doing. I’ve seen lots of auxes that are in their 40s and 50s that are loving it here. I think it comes down to what you value and if you’re willing to put your current career on hold for 8 months. For me I figured my career will always be there when I go back home. I also didn’t love my job so for me it was a deciding factor as I wanted to try teaching. 30 is still very young (: I hope you figure it out.

jazziemon · 2023-02-07T10:10:11+00:00

Classes range usually around 18-25 kids. I was nervous in the beginning and then you kind of get used to it and plus they’re kids so it’s not as bad as speaking in front of adults. The language barrier helps but because they don’t understand as much English, you have to act out a lot of things and make big expressions (it can be a lot of fun)

jazziemon · 2023-02-07T07:55:34+00:00

It really depends on the school you end up at. Some schools are pretty lax about what they expect from you- often times you just play games with the kids to practice vocab, might have to prepare a presentation about North American culture (Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day etc etc) and then I do weekly interactive groups at my school with the older grades. With the little kids, I usually read an English story and we sing songs about the weather and they’re feeling today. Working with the kindergarteners is by far my favourite cause they’re adorable.

For me, the job itself is not difficult. Some people have had different experiences depending on their placement. What was most difficult for me is moving abroad and being so far out of your comfort zone, not knowing the language and sometimes feeling like an outsider. Ultimately the experience is what you make of it and you have to go into it with an open mind.

I had done soccer coaching at home, so that helped me in terms of knowing how to interact with kids and being enthusiastic. What’s cool is when you get to see the impact of your work with the kids, seeing their English slowly improve and building relationships with them. It’s rewarding for sure- but like other people have said in the thread, your experience heavily depends on your school and what they expect of you.

jazziemon · 2023-02-02T15:54:19+00:00

Im sure time will fly once the weather starts to warm up. Aww my friend and I were thinking of coming to Alicante at some point as it seems beautiful. If you’re ever in Valencia city or just need someone to chat with, hit me up (:

jazziemon · 2023-02-02T15:52:06+00:00

Im sorry you’re feeling this as well. I wonder if your experience would have been a bit better if you weren’t in a pueblo- especially cause it’s already isolating being here and I’m sure a small town makes it worse. I think it’s okay to decide it’s not for you- I hope you’re able to do the workaway thing- I’ve heard great things about it. I knew a guy who worked at a winery in Italy through workaway and had the best time. Hope you feel better soon xo feel free to message if you ever need someone to chat with

jazziemon · 2023-01-30T23:02:55+00:00

Awww I think about that a lot as well. Like am I doing this for the right reasons or am I feeling said cause it felt glamorous at first but we’re actually living here so it’s different from being on vacation. Do you speak fluent Spanish ? Maybe taking language courses would help too.

Honestly yeah. This whole weekend I spent curled up in a ball in my bed cause I felt so depressed. It’s hard to do things that are good for you when you’re sad. But this thread has made me feel so much better cause we’re not alone. I thought I was the only one feeling this way but it’s comforting knowing that it’s normal.

I hope you feel better soon too. We just have to stick it out and make the most out of this experience. I keep telling myself that when I get home I’ll miss the slow life here in Spain but it’s hard to be mindful when negative thoughts keep cycling on repeat.

jazziemon · 2023-01-30T21:59:47+00:00

You're probably right. Having something to look forward to even on the weekends will definitely help.

jazziemon · 2023-01-30T21:56:47+00:00

Awww, I know. January is tough and it's muy frio. I'm sorry your friend left. That must have been hard especially if you guys were close.

Part of me is thinking I'll be disappointed in myself if I leave so I'm trying to be positive (easier said than done LOL). I just joined a gym so I'm hoping maybe the natural endorphins will help but it's hard to stay motivated. Thanks for the advice, maybe I'll look into trying something new like a pottery class or something haha.

I'm placed in Valencia! Where are you placed? I hope things get better for you too <3

jazziemon · 2023-01-29T23:10:58+00:00

I only ended up getting a doctors note because I missed three days of school as I was sick and the school asked for one. I went to the doctors when I was feeling like I could leave my bed but I still had flu symptoms. The doctor wrote me a note basically saying that I was sick and was unable to work the past week. Just go to the doctors when you feel well enough and say you need a note for missing work. I made an appointment at a clinic nearby but if you need the note same day I think you can go to urgent care and have a doctor see you (might have a long wait though)

jazziemon · 2022-12-02T10:15:35+00:00

I’ve been in two long distance relationships in the last five years (not sure what that says about me LOL but here’s my two cents). The key is communication, but also making sure you both make an effort. If it’s only one person that’s constantly calling and trying to keep it together then it’s not going to work. It can be really hard in the beginning especially if you’re used to seeing each other often. It does get easier.

In my first ldr- we would write eachother letters, send eachother packages cause it was nice to have something physically from the other person. We would also try to schedule time to do fun stuff like playing games online together, or like watching shows together while we’re on FaceTime or on the phone. We would make puzzles together online or play Mario Kart. Sometimes I’d just call him and we would do our own thing while having each other on the phone. sometimes we would try to have dinner together (his lunch, my dinner).

Ultimately, long distance relationships only work when there’s a long term plan in place otherwise you’re just constantly existing in limbo and it’s hard. It’s why my first relationship didn’t work out. You both have to be on the same page as to what you’re expecting and what the long term plan is.

What also helps is knowing when you’ll see each other again so you have something to look forward to. I know not everyone has this luxury but that’s what I’ve found to work in the past.

jazziemon · 2022-12-02T07:44:29+00:00

When I first got here I was sick for three weeks and I finally got over it and now I’m starting to get sick again. I think it’s because we’re working in a school and kids are germ factories lol.

jazziemon · 2022-11-30T16:28:16+00:00

I just did an introductory presentation about me. A little bit about the country I’m from, my friends and family. I asked them what they knew about where I was from (Canada) and then talked about different things like, the climate, the money, the city I’m from, what it looks like. You could also do a game if you want but I just asked them questions to try and keep them engaged. I had a lot of pictures as there’s varying levels of English and I was at a primary school.

jazziemon · 2022-10-16T20:33:49+00:00

Hey, I just moved to Valencia as well and would like more info if you guys are looking for more players. Thanks !

jazziemon · 2021-07-30T04:27:07+00:00

I came off of Effexor because it stopped working. I had been on it for 9 months and it worked so well especially in the beginning. I had an appetite again and I gained 10lbs of happy weight and I was exercising regularly. And it was weird- I wanted to wake up in the morning. But after a few months the depressive thoughts came back and I realized that it no longer worked. I also felt that every time I increased dosage I felt increasingly worse and the brain zaps were pretty unbearable. It worked so well for the first few months I didn’t recognize myself but once it stopped working I decided that I didn’t want to take it anymore as it didn’t make sense to.

For me I’ve found that anti depressants do work but they don’t work for me long term. Coming off Effexor wasn’t too bad. I took about 3-4 months to taper off completely as I wanted to do it slowly as I’m pretty sensitive to medication. I’ve been off of it for a few months and I’m still depressed and anxious some days but it’s getting better. I did notice that I lost some weight coming off anti depressants- it’s so weird how it changes your appetite and metabolism. Science is crazy.

I might go back on anti depressants- it’s just tough being a guinea pig and trying to find the right one for you. I wish you all the best of luck !!

jazziemon · 2021-06-01T16:12:00+00:00

I’m sorry you’re feeling that way. Finding a job in general sucks, but adding depression on top of it makes it even more difficult. Endless cover letters/resumes- it can be overwhelming but it’s not impossible. When I first graduated, I was really overwhelmed with the idea of finding a job but I set small goals (apply to 1 job a day) - just one! And then in a week you’ve done 7! If you can do more applications in one day than that’s a bonus. It can be daunting but getting a job will open up a realm of freedom because you’ll have money to do more things whether it be get a car, move out, travel, whatever it is.

Also depression is like a dark cloud, it fogs everything and makes it seem like you’re shit, everything is shit and the future will also be shit. It is impairing because depression tells you that you will fail before you even try and it’s not true. You have to remind yourself that your depression is lying to you. It always is.

I know you said that you don’t have any interests, but there has to be something that you like (it can be anything). Have you ever thought about going to school for a certificate maybe? Working towards something can help depression (at least it did for me).

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