Best Christmas things to do with a two-year-old?

Does anyone have feedback or recommendations on robo cleaners in India? Thinking is sending one to family. With lockdown mom getting tired of cleaning by herself.

Me and my partner are not sure whether we want to have kids . Sometimes we want to and the next day we are completely against the idea . The reason we want to have kids is that we want to grow our inner circle , have more people in this world who we can call our family. And we don’t want to have kids is that it will put extra pressure on us , less freedom for next 10-15 years. Wanted to understand why people have kids or don’t have kids . Please share your thoughts :)

Any book recommendations for grieving the death of an estranged parent?

I keep explaining to my bf that if we get married, he'll be limited to what he can invest in. He refuses to tell me which stocks he invests in and said he'll invest in what he wants. What do I do?

Home for the weekend, and I'm find it more and more difficult to relate to my old high school friends. Anyone else feel this way?

To those who divorced or called off the engagement, did you take the ring back? And if so, what did you do with it?

I can’t get over how meaningless my life is. I feel stuck in a dark tunnel with no light at the end. I don’t know what I’m doing in life. It’s overwhelming and makes me cry over every little thing. Is it too much to ask for me to just be happy in life? I’m 26 but I feel like this is all life has to offer.

Losing my self esteem and self confidence that I am not able to recognize humans. Anyone can come I my life , fool me and screw up my life, ruin it. Upset about why I’m emotional person.

Pakistani people-born and bought up in Pakistan. Anyone married to an Indian muslim girl or guy?
How different were cultures?
How did your folks and extended family react?

F*****-up story…please be constructive (but also open & direct)
With my wife for 14 years, 2 kids under 8y - both under a lot of pressure bc Covid/work/private life/… and have been (unconsciously) running away from our couple not working “since a long time” (dixit my wife). We want to try and fix it, but I also met someone new (not sure if she would even want me) and wondering if it’s worth fixing it (since we are trying/running/avoiding it for years) - just worried about the kids…any advice

With the holidays fast approaching, I can't help but wonder why I've pigeonholed myself into a career path that keeps me away from family at crazy hours and days. I miss birthdays, holidays; you name it. Three years in, I can see why divorce rates are so damned high.

Any advice on keeping my marriage healthy during busy season? Seems like this time of year is hard both at work and at home.

Any tips for organizing a bedroom, closet, dresser & bathroom? My teen has IADHD, and low executive functioning. Her room looks like a land mine. Clean clothes are mixed in with dirty, her desk is a disaster, she won’t let go of clothes she’s outgrown, drawers are open with clothes hanging out. A therapist said to close her door if we don’t want to see it but it’s more than that. She needs this important life skill & I don’t know how to help. Easier to organize w/o her but that’s not a solution.

Recommendations of infant/toddler daycare near park hill neighborhood? I work in downtown so downtown area can also be considered. Thanks!

What games, toys, or science kits would you recommend for a kid who’s showing an interest in the sciences?

Was hanging out with a friend in town. We met on Bumble but he just wanted to be friends. He has dated several guys since we met and we continue to hangout as friends (cont)

Working on a remote project and finished early. But no work friends to celebrate with 🤷🏽‍♀️

I just wanted to reach out and let you all know I understand how tired and beat down we all feel at this point in the year. I’m feeling it too. I also know exactly how students can try us. What I’m working on every day though is to see my kids as God does… not the kids that know how to push buttons and drive me crazy, but as the beautiful lives they are, all deserving of the best we can give them every day. I know it’s not easy, but that’s what I’m working on.

Does anyone have experience or know of someone who went on a FWA (part-time) but didn't have kids? I'm unmarried and no kids but considering a move to 30 or so hrs/week for my sanity.

How do you make the most money in STEM? Is it about having a degree, prior experience and getting in touch with people? What’s your *success secret* and how does it relate to what you’re currently doing? Maybe you think business owners have the highest potential to make the most? Process engineer at an industrial facility in Goodyear, Arizona

New to due diligence and not sure the timeline of projects. Tips to stay organized of the project and timeline, and how to update those leading the deal? Just keep track of new info and provide as necessary?

Anyone else tired of having to work so hard to get where you are, only to realize you will be the first one laid off because you aren’t in the “sorority.” Watching it happen is filling me with anxiety

Any company file GC on day 1 in NYC or NJ area or east coast. Maxing out in feb 2022 and on bench nothing is started. What I can do ? Please suggest. Skill set AWS/ DevOps/ Infra.

Best way to buy crypto and DOGE for Indians?

What's your favorite "healthy" meal you make at home that is also delicious and cheap? Mine is Thai papaya salad

Anyone know what other fishbowls are like?

For those who switched from consulting to mid market PE, how do you like it?

Hello Fishes, I am on my notice period with 20 days remaining. Having Total YOE as 6 years in Insurance Broking and claims. Looking for opportunities in operations (Back office, Middle office and front office). Please let me know if any openings available for me. Willis Towers Watson Tata Consultancy Aon Aon plc JPMorgan Chase HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company HDFC Life Kotak Life ICICI Prudential Life Insurance ICICI Lombard Allianz services

Hi need suggestions, i just joined HCL technologies noida , as a tech lead, its been 2 months only , and my reporting is to group tech manager, and he's giving me hard time to settle in and understand the project. Feeling like being pressurized to do things fast.
What should i do, i am very confused, when i start liking the project he again made some sarcastic comments and pressures me , even i am utilizing my weekends to unterstand it faster.

Home for the weekend, and I'm find it more and more difficult to relate to my old high school friends. Anyone else feel this way?

When does cognizant roll out offer letters after submitting cdf1 form? Is Diwali delaying the roll out of the offer letter? I submitted cdf1 on 21st October.

Is there a demand for privacy professionals? Been seeing this discussed more and more recently

Asked acct lead whether to include client contact's boss on a 3rd follow up to client contact who's super delayed on getting us materials for deliverable. He then proceeds to tell me...

I am so tired of it all. I’ve barely eaten in the last 3 days and had to take a painkiller last night to fall asleep. I’m so overworked and I constantly feel like a piece of sh*t. I don’t even have the energy to move right now and feel like I will faint any minute.

Does ibm GBS send hacker rank test for recent candidates(java)?I joined 2 years back at that time there was no test at that time.Any one has an idea?

Is there any interview after probation period?

Is the Austin side of Chicago really that unsafe ?

Whenever I hear debates from the radical left and conservative right on gun control, it's always about Chicago being a war zone. It's crazy how far removed I am from it all in the suburbs. Kind of makes me feel a bit bad like I'm not really contributing to a better Chicago

Anyone in printers row know of good gyms around ~$50? Looking to avoid LA Fitness at SouthGate or XSport (reviews seem to agree - they are a mess). FFC is just not in the cards rn.

Hello! Planning to move to Chicago in Feb(Not the best time, for sure) would love to hear your suggestions about neighbourhoods that you are in and beyond. Currently looking at the loop, Logan square, Lincoln park and Lakeview (would prefer closer to the Red line and groceries)! It’s my first time moving alone and a little nervous lol, would love some help! Budget is around 800$ (2B/2B) for sharing and 1000$ for a studio! Any leads/suggestions/options would be great! TIA!!!

Is having a pet in the city too much of a hassle? Thinking of getting a pure bred Husky

Are you back in The Loop?

Don't hate me but Brookly style pizza >>> Chicago deep dish, any day, any time.

How you guys feeling about the Bears this season?

Where should a 30 y/o, single male live? wicker park/bucktown/logan square? Or somewhere like lakeview or roscoe village?

Interests: biking, food, art, books, coffee.

Any place in the chicagoland area to get soup dumplings that compare to Joe’s Ginger/ Joes Shanghai in NY, i’ve tried Ming Kee and Qing Xiang Yuan. they aren’t even close

What's CK up to now? Made anything notable of late?

Thoughts on DDB Chicago, more specifically the Army account?

What do you do for winter shoes and commuting?

I walk a total ~20 mins in between train/bus stations and then getting from the stop in the loop to the office.

What do I do come wintertime for boots? Do you wear them while you're in the office? Or do you bring dress shoes with you to change in to? I wear a suit to work, so what boots would be good for winter but also look decent with a suit? This is my first winter in Chicago (a socal transplant)

Anyone here working in the construction industry, buildings general contractor? I’m looking to relocate here and Would love to connect for some guidance on job search.

Where do you work outside of work when home isn’t an option? Go to library, coffee shop, restaurant?

I’m interested in joining a networking / professionals club in the city to meet other ambitious people in industry / banking / consulting. Anyone have a good experience with any groups like this? Thank you in advance :)

Did you recently remodel your bathroom? Would love GC recommendations. 🙏🏼 As advertising folks, I am assuming you have good design sensibilities and taste. Where did you look for inspiration?

Anyone have paramore tickets for tonight and can’t make it?