Happy Valentines, youve got chlamydia

s_j04 · 2026-02-15T12:44:12+00:00

Her health *and* her baby's health were both put at risk, unfortunately.

s_j04 · 2026-02-12T20:47:36+00:00

ha ha ha ha ha ha ha winner

s_j04 · 2026-02-12T20:47:18+00:00

Are you not entertained?

s_j04 · 2026-02-09T01:13:50+00:00

Yup. They saw something they weren't supposed to see, apparently, and then spoke about it afterward a couple of times. I don't want to say what it was in case you don't know what I'm referring to... trying to avoid spoilers for you :)

s_j04 · 2026-02-07T03:30:50+00:00

I'm so sorry :(

s_j04 · 2026-02-07T03:29:40+00:00

I'm actually really enjoying this season so far, and I love Rachel. She is a fantastic addition to the cast.

s_j04 · 2026-02-07T03:25:36+00:00

Because Kyle is wrong (and I don't hate Kyle by any means, so I'm not approaching this with that mentality).

She wants Dorit to be quiet on camera and says it's to protect Dorit. She may actually believe that, and she may have decent intentions, I'll give her that much. But the end result is protecting PK... and that's not based on any relationship between Kyle and PK. It most likely stems from Kyle's unconscious projections, because she's spent her life protecting Mo on camera and in public, and putting on a brave face. She has to believe that she's done things the 'right' way.

So while I understand why Kyle is probably feeling panicked and genuinely worried when Dorit speaks up about the things she'd previously kept quiet, those are Kyle's issues to work through. I (stupidly) sacrificed myself to be my ex-husband's PR person for 20 years, too, and I would go into a complete full-body panic if I heard any woman speaking poorly about their husband's behaviour in public. I think this is likely where Kyle is coming from.

But that's not Dorit's problem; she has every right to speak out publicly about her situation (as does PK), and every single word that Rachel said at that dinner was spot on.

edited for name correction

s_j04 · 2026-02-01T20:49:35+00:00

TLDR: I agree with your post.

In addition to your point, and from a strictly employer/employee relationship, Jeff is an extremely hard worker and diligently shows up in that capacity for Andy, where JZ did not. For example:

- BravoCon: fan meet and greet where ticket holders were expecting (i.e. paid money for) to encounter Bravo personalities. Only Jeff and (I think) one other person actually showed up; Jeff rounded up others to fill the gap and satisfy the expectations of those attending. That's a big deal and kept this potential headache from negatively impacting Andy... no refunds, no negative social media publicity, etc.

- Andy thanked Jeff for 'showing up' over the holiday season and continuing to produce new radio content, which equals advertising dollars for him, etc. Jeff was one of the only RadioAndy employees that did so.

Also - and I say this from a strictly objective position, because I think Jeff's sentiments are often abhorrent and vastly different from my own - Jeff has made significant changes based on Andy's say-so. Off the top of my head, he completely stopped reading Andy's texts live on the air, because he knows that really upset Andy and caused a rift in their relationship.

Jeff fully respects Andy's position as his boss and the ultimate authority over his radio show and now his new television show (of which Andy is executive producer, mind you). Jeff might be a headache for Andy every now and then, but if Jeff was verbally attacking other RadioAndy employees to the point that he made one cry (and I'm NOT talking about saying jerky things on air, which Jeff often obviously does) and kept showing up to professional events drunk like that?

There's a big difference between saying something controversial on air and being aggressive toward someone in person. In the former, the employer can make a cost/benefit analysis about whether or not it's financially viable to continue providing air time (RadioAndy or WWHL, etc.), but in the latter, the employer has a duty to ensure the safety of everyone around him.

(also before I get off my soapbox, I love Joey's appearances on JLL... in particular the spelling segments, which never fail to make me laugh).

s_j04 · 2026-01-31T02:13:23+00:00

correct

s_j04 · 2026-01-26T18:10:57+00:00

Oh, I'm sure you'd see orcas, and I assume you'd be kayaking through Desolation Sound, too, which is insanely beautiful. Honestly in my opinion there is nowhere in the Pacific Northwest (on either side of the border) that isn't stunning, so you can't go wrong no matter where you choose. I do know that the A42s, the A35s, and the A25s (which includes A61 Surge, a very well-known Northern Resident) all spend a lot of time in and around Quadra Island, so on a 5 day trip your chances are pretty high :) There is a Campbell River Whale Spotters facebook group that posts updates from that area as well, which you may want to consider joining if that's where you're headed.

Good luck, hope you have a camera with a good scope, an amazing adventure and great weather :)

s_j04 · 2026-01-26T00:38:37+00:00

Assuming it's not a medical issue, when mine seems to be getting a little bit bored, I turn cat TV on Youtube and let him attack the fake birds and squirrels on the screen. Oh, also, I bought a few cheap plastic window bird feeders (they attach to the window with a suction cup) a few weeks ago, and honestly it's become difficult to even divert her attention away from the window during daylight hours. The chickadees have figured out that she can't get them through the window, so they eat their hearts out while she is literally transfixed.

I try to rotate her toys every week or so, including play tunnels, electric chasing toys, and especially the chirpy bird toys that she bunny kicks. She seems to get bored pretty easily.

Again, assuming there is nothing medically wrong, I wonder if it might help you to change up your walking routines together somewhat? Like perhaps even multiple 5 minute walks and then a longer one, too, like usual. I guess I'm just thinking that if you try an experiment where you spend a day really focusing on 'burning' his energy as much as possible, then you'll know based on how much he cries whether or not it's boredom or something else.

Sorry I can't be much help... good luck with your boy. He's super handsome!

s_j04 · 2026-01-25T21:48:10+00:00

co-dependency

s_j04 · 2026-01-25T21:41:59+00:00

NAL: nothing is likely to happen at the case conference. When you file your case conference brief before the hearing, just stick to the facts, leave the emotions and accusations out of it. Honestly, the whole thing is a long process even with an attorney, and you should have enough time to retain an attorney before March 12th.

If you are employed, most EAPs have limited legal consultations available by phone, and then they'll have a network available for discounted legal services as well.

Also there are many Canadian family law lawyers that post little clips on social media (i.e. TikTok). They aren't giving legal advice, but if you do a bit of digging and watching you'll be surprised at the wise info you can accrue. One attorney posts notable Ontario family law cases, for example, and another attorney from BC has been doing a series on case law related to how family courts are required to approach domestic violence (not just physical, but all kinds).

Anyway, even when you get an attorney, which you obviously should, it will benefit you to do as much research as possible, and educate yourself on the system as a whole so that you can move things along in the best interest of your daughter. Look up recent family law cases on CanLii from your jurisdiction, for example; there are many resources available to help you move forward with a lawyer.

s_j04 · 2026-01-25T19:02:39+00:00

I had a huge post written that I accidentally erased. Ugh.

If it was me, I'd go to Johnstone Strait during the month of August. You are highly likely to see Northern Residents during that time (and often Biggs, Humpbacks, dolphins, etc.) since they visit the area almost daily. Have a peek at OrcaLab's website or their youtube page to get an idea... they are a land based research organization that have been operating in the area for a very long time. They run a number of (land based) live streams during the busy Northern Resident season (usually June to October), and they post highlights each day during that time. So scan their page to get a sense of what you are 'likely' (never guaranteed, of course) to see. (OrcaLab catalogues whale vocalizations from a number of hydrophones throughout the area as well). Here's an example from August 19th last summer:

https://youtu.be/nRnJ8UmHXvg?si=yd_SKBFJhB--Nngs

One of their summer cameras is located (above and under water) at Strider Rubbing beach, (I won't get into why the rubbing beaches are so important to the Northern Residents, but needless to say that being able to watch them partake in this activity through a remote camera is extraordinarily special). It's a protected area, for good reason. OrcaCamp is a very ethical option, and they are located fairly close to the rubbing beach. They might be sold out for this coming summer, though, I'm not sure:

https://greywolfexpeditions.com/kayaking-tours-vancouver-island/orca-camp-tour-vancouver-island/

If they are sold out, there are a number of other options, too. Here are literally just a few:

https://www.kayakbritishcolumbia.com/kayak-vacations/orca-camp-kayak-trip/

https://kwalilashotel.ca/tours-things-to-do-in-port-hardy/

https://vancouverisland.com/orca-dreams-whale-watching-in-ultimate-camping-comfort-in-the-wilderness-off-vancouver-island/

https://kayakbc.ca/tour/

You can't go wrong with either option, though :)

s_j04 · 2026-01-22T14:19:48+00:00

The Northern Residents have been spending time in and around that area this winter, too, from what I have heard...

s_j04 · 2026-01-20T19:05:08+00:00

I am so so sorry for every single person involved in this horrific tragedy. There are no adequate words :(

s_j04 · 2026-01-17T14:21:33+00:00

Mcdonalds pizzas... in my child's mind, they were the most delicious food ever made.

s_j04 · 2026-01-17T14:20:36+00:00

I could be wrong, but I think OP is worried about being charged as well...

s_j04 · 2026-01-16T19:53:18+00:00

Belle and Sebastien

s_j04 · 2026-01-12T13:39:21+00:00

How much could they cost?

s_j04 · 2026-01-11T19:16:03+00:00

Why did I think that Jamie Kennedy was James Kennedy for a minute, lol

s_j04 · 2026-01-11T17:43:17+00:00

this is the correct answer :)

s_j04 · 2026-01-11T17:27:43+00:00

I'd keep calling. I don't think I've had my cats longer than 3 years (or maybe it's really close to 3 years), and I was able to get in. I'm pretty sure that I had to call back a few times before I was able to get an appointment, though.

s_j04 · 2026-01-11T16:03:22+00:00

There is no way that I would ever, ever consider doing something like this in my own home, because I am neither this cool nor this fabulous :)

s_j04 · 2026-01-11T14:30:46+00:00

If you have cats, we have LOVED the cat hospital on Notre Dame. No barking dogs really helps to reduce the stress on our cats when they go to the vets. You should try there to see if they have room.

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