Starrynight22 Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 1 minute ago, Reader1810 said: Not sure how far it is, but I can walk to a grocery store - one that I like, that is - in 15 minutes, and department stores are a short subway ride away. Even though, I grew up in the ‘burbs, I don’t think I could ever leave the city now. The lack of walkability is a,big con of living in the burbs. The grocery is probably only a 20 minute walk or so, but no sidewalks. I could do it alone but I have the 3 year old so..... 4
Mikiesboy Posted December 9, 2018 Author Posted December 9, 2018 2 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: The lack of walkability is a,big con of living in the burbs. The grocery is probably only a 20 minute walk or so, but no sidewalks. I could do it alone but I have the 3 year old so..... That would be hard. 4
CassieQ Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 6 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: The lack of walkability is a,big con of living in the burbs. The grocery is probably only a 20 minute walk or so, but no sidewalks. I could do it alone but I have the 3 year old so..... I have a grocery store, a small restaurant and a dry cleaner within walking distance, but anything else I would probably need to drive to...it's not even the distance, but the traffic. 3
Starrynight22 Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 2 minutes ago, CassieQ said: I have a grocery store, a small restaurant and a dry cleaner within walking distance, but anything else I would probably need to drive to...it's not even the distance, but the traffic. Yes. The main road here is a state route and is quite busy. 4
mollyhousemouse Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Starrynight22 said: I miss living in an area where you could walk to stores. we can't walk to any of the stores, but we have a great little town square. we shop there for our dog treats, salsa & hot sauces and gifts at the unique boutiques and antique stores. there are quite a few restaurants as well, that aren't chain places. 4
Thorn Wilde Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 9 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: The lack of walkability is a,big con of living in the burbs. The grocery is probably only a 20 minute walk or so, but no sidewalks. I could do it alone but I have the 3 year old so..... 2 minutes ago, CassieQ said: I have a grocery store, a small restaurant and a dry cleaner within walking distance, but anything else I would probably need to drive to...it's not even the distance, but the traffic. I'm glad I live in the city. I'm even more glad I live in this city. The neighbourhood I live in looks like suburbia, but the metro stops 2 minutes from my front door, and takes fifteen minutes to the city centre. I don't even have a driving license. Never needed one. 5
Starrynight22 Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 Just now, mollyhousemouse said: we can't walk to any of the stores, but we have a great little town square. we shop there for our dog treats, salsa & hot sauces and gifts at the unique boutiques and antique stores. there are quite a few restaurants as well, that aren't chain places. It sounds adorable. My town has one of those, it's probably 5 miles from my place. Its where the French place with the crepes I've mentioned before is. 4
mollyhousemouse Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 1 minute ago, Starrynight22 said: It sounds adorable. My town has one of those, it's probably 5 miles from my place. Its where the French place with the crepes I've mentioned before is. it really is a great place! i'm off for a bit, need to get dinner into the oven shortly 4
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted December 9, 2018 Site Moderator Posted December 9, 2018 Okay, so Ive started watching Nailed It! the holiday edtion, and I have to say the episode was good, but one of the judges annoyed me because twice he said you can’t melt chocolate chips you have to use candy melts instead. I suppose he might be correct that you can’t melt them using a microwave - what they have on the show - but a double boiler pot on a stovetop (they don’t have this on the show) works really well and my mom and I have used that method for years when we make Chowmein Noodle cookies at Christmas. Oh well, I’ll get over this, some day... 2 2
Popular Post MichaelS36 Posted December 9, 2018 Popular Post Posted December 9, 2018 49 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: So. I have a question for Michael. When someone needs Dom services, how does that work? Do they know you? Is it like a hire service like an agency or through word of mouth? Ours is word of mouth. There are Doms here in Toronto who advertise, you can find them and their price lists online. John, the other Dom I work with, offers services through his purpose built dungeon. There is a large BDSM community here so it's not hard to find what you want. Just to be clear, this is not about sex, not only is it illegal (I was a cop for a number of years), it is morally wrong. This is not 50 shades. John specializes in bondage, while I am sadist, subs who come to me are looking for pain of some sort. I am happy to make that dream come true. However, I am no abuser. Their needs and hopes are discussed at great length before they are allowed in the playroom. I will not abuse people, I will not draw blood, that is not what I am about. 7
MichaelS36 Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Mikiesboy said: I think i will go and wrap fudge.... you will thank me later, boy. 4
Popular Post MichaelS36 Posted December 9, 2018 Popular Post Posted December 9, 2018 39 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: Thank you tim. I try not to be super nosy, but I don't know anyone else in the lifestyle to ask. Or. At least I don't think I do. It could,be I don't know my (real life) friends well enough Ask anything, anytime … one of us can likely answer. 7
Popular Post Brayon Posted December 9, 2018 Popular Post Posted December 9, 2018 43 minutes ago, Starrynight22 said: Thank you tim. I try not to be super nosy, but I don't know anyone else in the lifestyle to ask. Or. At least I don't think I do. It could,be I don't know my (real life) friends well enough I've found both of our Doms, Mac and Mike very approachable and open to answering honest questions. Our subs, molly, tim, renee when she drops by and sean when he's on, are also very approachable. I don't know of any D/s in my circle of local friends. Though there is one guy I know that likes the whips and chains, but no sex. 5 1
Mikiesboy Posted December 9, 2018 Author Posted December 9, 2018 time for dinner .. see you a bit later xo 3 2
Brayon Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 1 minute ago, Mikiesboy said: time for dinner .. see you a bit later xo Enjoy. We had guests over who wanted to eat out, so Chinese takeout for dinner. 3
mollyhousemouse Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 21 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said: time for dinner .. see you a bit later xo 18 minutes ago, BHopper2 said: Enjoy. We had guests over who wanted to eat out, so Chinese takeout for dinner. Phil wanted a roast, so i have a big chuck roast in the oven with potatoes, onion, and carrots good to see everyone! 2
Brayon Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 School Assignment: Select a topic from only on this list of opposing viewpoints on the following database website. Me looking at the website: Hmm, let me go with Same-Sex Marriage. School Assignment: Research your topic for the primary opposing viewpoints only from this website (the same we got the topic from). Then write a three or more paragraph essay in APA formatting (don't need topic sentences or thesis statement). Write this essay validating each opposing viewpoint and in support of them. Only use sources that are reliable, credible, and free of bias. Me looking at the website: You want me to use HuffPo, the failing New York Times, and fake news CNN as credible sources? We just went over in chapter 6 this week about bias in the media, and the book pointed out that CNN, MSNBC, and FOXNews are all skewed and bias. Also, 90% of all print media is biased as well. Me in private message to the instructor (whose nice, friendly, and willing to help and answer questions): All my sources on the website are not credible, per the standards we are supposed to using based on chapter 5 and 6 this week. Can I use another source? Instructor: I'm sorry, but the University says you have to use only this website and its databases. Try to use what you can, and see if there are any academic studies you can use. Me beating my head on the desk, as I just hit the end of my topics database section, with nothing but biased sources that only support one side of the topic... I'll let you guess which side. 1 1
Thorn Wilde Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 36 minutes ago, BHopper2 said: I don't know of any D/s in my circle of local friends. Though there is one guy I know that likes the whips and chains, but no sex. I have quite a few friends who are into BDSM of one kind or another, but I don't think I know anyone in a 24/7 D/s relationship irl either. For most it's bedroom play, I guess. I know at least one professional Dominatrix, though. 4
Brayon Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 *sigh* If you need me, I'll be over here with my Hot Irishman. 1 2
Brayon Posted December 9, 2018 Posted December 9, 2018 Here's a pic of the gorgeous Hot Irishman: 1 1 1
Popular Post MacGreg Posted December 9, 2018 Popular Post Posted December 9, 2018 10 minutes ago, BHopper2 said: School Assignment: Select a topic from only on this list of opposing viewpoints on the following database website. Me looking at the website: Hmm, let me go with Same-Sex Marriage. School Assignment: Research your topic for the primary opposing viewpoints only from this website (the same we got the topic from). Then write a three or more paragraph essay in APA formatting (don't need topic sentences or thesis statement). Write this essay validating each opposing viewpoint and in support of them. Only use sources that are reliable, credible, and free of bias. Me looking at the website: You want me to use HuffPo, the failing New York Times, and fake news CNN as credible sources? We just went over in chapter 6 this week about bias in the media, and the book pointed out that CNN, MSNBC, and FOXNews are all skewed and bias. Also, 90% of all print media is biased as well. Me in private message to the instructor (whose nice, friendly, and willing to help and answer questions): All my sources on the website are not credible, per the standards we are supposed to using based on chapter 5 and 6 this week. Can I use another source? Instructor: I'm sorry, but the University says you have to use only this website and its databases. Try to use what you can, and see if there are any academic studies you can use. Me beating my head on the desk, as I just hit the end of my topics database section, with nothing but biased sources that only support one side of the topic... I'll let you guess which side. A, my advice is not to beat your head against the wall over things like this, when it is outside of your control. I understand your frustration, but you are dealing with the syllabus and the curriculum of a college course. Getting worked up over things like finding credible sources will drain you, and it will drain your focus. Try not to stress too much over the smaller stuff - focus on the bigger prize. Remember, you're only 3 courses in. 3 3
mollyhousemouse Posted December 10, 2018 Posted December 10, 2018 hello @MacGreg Sir how are you tonight? 3
MacGreg Posted December 10, 2018 Posted December 10, 2018 22 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said: hello @MacGreg Sir how are you tonight? Hello, molly. I'm doing well, how are you? 2
Brayon Posted December 10, 2018 Posted December 10, 2018 25 minutes ago, MacGreg said: A, my advice is not to beat your head against the wall over things like this, when it is outside of your control. I understand your frustration, but you are dealing with the syllabus and the curriculum of a college course. Getting worked up over things like finding credible sources will drain you, and it will drain your focus. Try not to stress too much over the smaller stuff - focus on the bigger prize. Remember, you're only 3 courses in. Thanks, Mac, you're right. I'm going to take a breather, and then retackle this thing. If I have to use the news, then I need to find the least bias one. Just trying to find one that supports the religious liberty side of the debate is going to be hard. 2
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