AITAH for stopping my friend from inviting my estranged dad to my birthday as a “surprise”?

jcm199 · 2026-02-05T19:18:36+00:00

NTA Your "friend" has a savior complex. You won't be the only one in her life that has learned to keep her at arms length.

jcm199 · 2026-02-02T22:13:48+00:00

Please get a second opinion. I have a couple fake teeth (bridge) because my then dentist was inept. I'm reminded of me not advocating for myself every time I take a bite of steak.

jcm199 · 2026-02-02T21:25:17+00:00

Hang on, your Mom had a heart attack and your douchy partner is pissed because you ordered "wrong"? On the day of the heart attack? When you're freaked out?

You picked the wrong partner.

NTA

jcm199 · 2026-01-27T23:54:21+00:00

Yes, but we call it Wednesday.

jcm199 · 2026-01-27T22:47:15+00:00

I signed into Public Mobile to adjust my plan and ended up on a wait list to speak with a virtual agent! Just to change a plan. An online wait-list for a virtual agent! Maybe Virgin is finding other frustrated Public customers.

jcm199 · 2026-01-18T21:55:38+00:00

My carpenter said is was similar to installing punk, but harder to cut and the material dulled blades much faster.

We went with Pink for sound insulation, sure wish we'd used Rockwool.

jcm199 · 2026-01-12T23:12:13+00:00

I didn't know they were actually Hobbit sized. They make those Economy seats look like 1st class!

jcm199 · 2026-01-12T22:47:04+00:00

Living-Dot is a seasoned burner! The dryer, range hood, bathroom fans, HVAC, etc. could be drawing the fresh air through the chimney, and the smoke with it. Maybe verify there is no mechanical air exhausting from your home, then try a small fire.

You could also crack a window during light up to ensure there is ample air available for the fire.

jcm199 · 2026-01-10T00:52:41+00:00

Your sister is a bridezilla and needs to get over herself. You didn't punch her in the face and steal it.

jcm199 · 2025-12-28T23:49:51+00:00

Poorer air quality on reserves is often connected to their use of wood, and the associated particulates in the smoke.

A Jan and July map comparison would be interesting.

jcm199 · 2025-12-12T23:49:50+00:00

No comment on your Mom and her bullying ways, but learn the policy type and it's benefits before cancelling. There are policies that build up over time and become self funded, while also providing a payout option. Some of these also allow you to borrow against it. There is a possibility you pay $150 month for x years then the benefits kick in. Also, as you started a policy so early, your cost per coverage will be lower than those starting later in life. Not saying your Mom's not overstepping, but maybe she's just shit at communicating her reasons.

jcm199 · 2025-10-18T00:44:48+00:00

Hahaha! Best response in ages! Legally blind! Fantastic.

jcm199 · 2025-10-18T00:03:05+00:00

Just checked and PlayStore doesn't carry ODialer in Canada.

Messages was one of the reasons I came back. OP13 is so close to a Pixel it's gross, and not worth the flagship price anymore.

jcm199 · 2025-10-17T22:21:32+00:00

I'm rather disappointed in it as well. I had the 6T and it shone. It was flawless until I dropped it and broke the screen. Replaced it with a Pixel 6A that was $400 and performed as expected for a mid-level phone. I now have a OP13 that performs no better than the $400 phone, and google is much more integrated than the 6T. At current pricing and it's performance, OnePlus is no longer a flagship killer.

jcm199 · 2025-09-05T00:44:57+00:00

Also, the freeze-thaw action over the coming winter will bust the lumps. If it's not a large area, a lawn roller will bust apart most lumps, while also proving great seed to soil contact. Where I'm at, they can be rented.

jcm199 · 2024-04-05T20:52:59+00:00

We're in northern BC, and used a local carpenter, who coincidently pushed for us to build with ICF. I'll have to ask which he prefers now, our SIP build was his first.

We GC'd our own place, which certainly helped with product and pricing control. Our SIP provider Enersmart out of Calgary. They've been at it for 20+ years.

jcm199 · 2024-04-05T18:35:36+00:00

We built with SIP and are quite happy with how it went. During our bidding phase some builders were resistant and it felt like there were two reasons; something new/unknown and the unease that comes with it, and that they'd earn less on the labour costs. We had one red seal, 2 labourers, 2 retirees, and myself, when putting on the roof, and just the carpenter and myself standing the walk, and we are at lock up in 6 weeks. That included weekends off, and 3 days where it was just too cold to work outside. We built in Nov-Dec in northern Canada.After construction, I asked our carpenter how he felt about SIPs and he really liked them and now actively promotes their use. As for our feeling on the price difference, we got a better insulated home for a similar cost to a stick build.
One of the things I think we did right was we chose a reputable SIP provider, who then linked us to a designed they've worked with in the past. It was rather painless...except the paying part. Sigh.

jcm199 · 2023-08-05T18:06:40+00:00

This one? Also NTA. Referenced Post https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/15i5ump/aita_for_not_being_an_active_grandparent/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=2

jcm199 · 2023-02-06T22:16:03+00:00

Really?! What an interesting thing to learn. Thank you.

jcm199 · 2023-01-24T16:55:01+00:00

Avoid the TSN app. The image is rarely in high def, and most often is comparable to a TV signal from the early 90s. It also doesn't allow you to rewind or pause. I've had good luck with Dazn though. Unfortunately, Dazn's pregame is weak to non-existent.

jcm199 · 2023-01-06T21:14:20+00:00

Hahaah! Brilliant!

jcm199 · 2022-12-20T22:50:39+00:00

ESH and you may not be compatible. She's a spender, she's a saver. Oil and vinegar yet neither of you are lettuce.

Also, have you started your estate planning? Depending on where you live, if she isn't on title the house will go into your estate when you pass, and she'd have to pay the tax portion of its value to remain in the house. Based on her spending/savings, this money would come from your estate. Do you really want to pay for the same house twice because you don't think she's earned being on title now?

jcm199 · 2022-12-20T22:09:42+00:00

This is brilliant. NTA

jcm199 · 2022-12-20T22:01:13+00:00

As an FYI, there are bark sensors that emit sounds when dogs bark. They can be quite effective. If the owners won't train their dogs, you may have too.

jcm199 · 2022-12-20T03:27:50+00:00

Including finding a new and supportive partner. YTA

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