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Re: Have you ever been scammed by a fellow WB'er?
The only issue I ever had was selling someone my baby bjorn for $20 and then seeing her sell it on the swap for $40...
The only issue I ever had was selling someone my baby bjorn for $20 and then seeing her sell it on the swap for $40
I thought that was super tacky
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Re: Nutrition before running
Its definitely trial and error when it comes to finding the best nutrition before a run. I tend to eat things like a Cliff Bar...
Its definitely trial and error when it comes to finding the best nutrition before a run. I tend to eat things like a Cliff Bar or Lara Bar about 45-60 minutes before a run in the afternoon or evening.
In the morning I like to eat some peanut butter on a bagel (actually, I think a lot of the runners choose this as a breakfast meal before running).
... and way to go on the running. I remember when running for 5 minutes scared the crap out of me
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Re: How one couple rocked the Shamrock 1/2 Marathon.
great story - very inspirational! I would be proud too ...
great story - very inspirational!
I would be proud too
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Re: Sports bra for big bbs?
I am a huge fan of the shock absorber sports bra. I have been a two-bra user for years until I found this bra (I...
I am a huge fan of the shock absorber sports bra. I have been a two-bra user for years until I found this bra (I am an E / F cup size)
They sell it in specialty bra shops in NB, but if you are close to The Bay, you can find them there. I actually tried one on and then got mine off of ebay (way cheaper).
Shock Absorber Web Site - Click Here
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Re: Do you and partner ask "permission"
My DH will ask me, but that is only because I know the things on the calendar and he doesn't. We just consider it polite...
My DH will ask me, but that is only because I know the things on the calendar and he doesn't.
We just consider it polite to ask each other before going out or accepting an offer to do something.
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Re: Who does your household grocery shopping?
I do it, my DH doesn't drive so that leaves me. I would probably do it regardless, I'm more into cooking and eating health than...
I do it, my DH doesn't drive so that leaves me. I would probably do it regardless, I'm more into cooking and eating health than DH is
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Non-kid songs that your LO likes?
yeah, BEP is a big hit in our house too. Eric was mad that I got to see them in concert and he couldn't go...
yeah, BEP is a big hit in our house too. Eric was mad that I got to see them in concert and he couldn't go
He also likes Marianas Trench, Adam Lambert, OneRepublic, Green Day, Pearl Jam, Fall Out Boy, Britney Spears and Lady Gaga - pretty much all my favs
He is really into that song "Wavin' Flag" by Troubadour
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Re: Which bank do you use? Are you happy with them?
I'm also with CIBC Imperial Services and I love it!!! They are so helpful and attentive. I always get a meeting on a whim, they...
I'm also with CIBC Imperial Services and I love it!!! They are so helpful and attentive. I always get a meeting on a whim, they do things right away and I no longer have to deal with telephne banking or anyone/thing else.
I have been with BMO, RBC and Scotiabank and will probably never go back - especially BMO.
My DH doesn't really like PC because they called him a lot and he didn't like that.
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Re: Your favourite summer running outfit
I wear a 'cycling type short' for running - I got some nice ones at Winners that fit well and don't ride up. To be...
I wear a 'cycling type short' for running - I got some nice ones at Winners that fit well and don't ride up. To be honest I usually use running capri's because they are the most comfortable - Joe Fresh.
For tops I use sleeveless, wic-away material with my running bra underneath (shock absorber)
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Re: Powerbars that don't taste like chalk?
Luna, Clif and Lara bars are my pick ...
Luna, Clif and Lara bars are my pick
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Re: Question for those who exercise outside...
For short runs I carry my ipod (arm band) and thats all For long runs I have my ipod (arm band) and a hand-held water...
For short runs I carry my ipod (arm band) and thats all
For long runs I have my ipod (arm band) and a hand-held water bottle with a pocket on it for gels and kleenex
Fortunately I don't need to carry a key because my DH is always home with the kids when I run - lol
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Re: Tell me about Roller Derby!
A new league has just started in my town so this thread is very helpful - thanks LadyTatiana for all the information you posted. My...
A new league has just started in my town so this thread is very helpful - thanks LadyTatiana for all the information you posted.
My DH got me the 'fresh meat' package from Rollergirl.ca for my birthday and the practice sessions start in April here.
I'm pretty excited and terrified
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Re: I need some info - Footwear
I am by no means an expert, but I had read somewhere that cross-trainers were the best shoe for the gym. You can find them...
I am by no means an expert, but I had read somewhere that cross-trainers were the best shoe for the gym.
You can find them at foot locker, sport check or any other type of sports store.
Just remember that you never need to break in a sneaker - if it doesn't feel good on your foot right away then look for a different one
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Re: Do you work with your FH/DH?? *POLL*
I met DH at work nine years ago and we still work together. We are in different departments but often work on the same jobs....
I met DH at work nine years ago and we still work together. We are in different departments but often work on the same jobs. We definitely keep it professional and I am always impressed at his knowledge of his profession.
Its a really small office and we have heard so many jokes about it, but I really enjoy it.
Sometimes with two kids its nice to be able to talk without them around and DH always knows what I'm talking about when I vent about a crappy day at work.
Its also really easy to get along at work functions because we both know everyone and I don't feel like an outsider like some of the other wives do (I work in a VERY male dominated work environment)
... but my DH is not my boss - we have an fairly equal job but my DH is an engineer and I am a technician.
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Re: Crest White Strips
they hurt my teeth soooooo bad I had to stop after two days. I just went to the dentist and got the professional whitening system...
they hurt my teeth soooooo bad I had to stop after two days.
I just went to the dentist and got the professional whitening system (for sensitive teeth) and it worked really well with no pain
I also had to start brushing with sensodyne (sp?) too
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Re: Here it is:
that is just so cool ...
that is just so cool
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Re: Is your man circumcised????
Mine is ... and so is my DS I have had <ahem> a few (or more - lol) boyfriends and all of them were circumcised....
Mine is ... and so is my DS
I have had <ahem> a few (or more - lol) boyfriends and all of them were circumcised.
I have never seen one that isn't
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Re: Sports Bra for Plus Size and Big Breasts...help?
Shock Absorber has a great selection of sizes for larger chests. I would recommend trying one on at the Bay and then getting them through...
Shock Absorber has a great selection of sizes for larger chests. I would recommend trying one on at the Bay and then getting them through ebay
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Re: Calgary Restaurant recommendations?
Broken Plate Sultans Tent Bagaloc Saigon Wildwood Bar & Restaurant ...
Broken Plate
Sultans Tent
Bagaloc Saigon
Wildwood Bar & Restaurant
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Re: Please recommend a good hand cream.
nothing will clear up my eczema but a cream that I use that doesn't hurt or feel greasy is AG Kiwi Hand Cream ...
nothing will clear up my eczema but a cream that I use that doesn't hurt or feel greasy is
AG Kiwi Hand Cream
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Does your LO keep their daycare schedule on wknds?
I keep the exact same schedule as much as possible for sleeps and meal times. I believe young children need structure and stability to thrive...
I keep the exact same schedule as much as possible for sleeps and meal times.
I believe young children need structure and stability to thrive and be comfortable in their situation. They need consistency (at least my kids do ;))
That being said, there are times when my kids sleep in 30 minutes or so on the weekend and I let them - but their bedtime is always the same. I think that sleep is so very important on developing brains.
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Re: Where to buy the Shred in Winnipeg?
I got mine on iTunes for $9.99 ...
I got mine on iTunes for $9.99
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Re: quinoa - where to buy?
I get mine at Superstore - in with the organic/natural foods ...
I get mine at Superstore - in with the organic/natural foods
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Re: Tales from a Saboteur, Do you have one??
I have one of those devils too I don't have any ideas on how to take the B*tch out, but I did really enjoy reading...
I have one of those devils too
I don't have any ideas on how to take the B*tch out, but I did really enjoy reading your post
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Re: What's your "Clean" Breakfast?
my favorites are: Morning Hot Cereal Mix (from CE cookbook) .5 cup oatmeal .5 cup Cream of Wheat cerea .5 cup Red River or other...
my favorites are:
Morning Hot Cereal Mix (from CE cookbook)
.5 cup oatmeal
.5 cup Cream of Wheat cerea
.5 cup Red River or other multigrain hot cereal mix
.5 cup wheat germ
.5 cup oat bran
.5 cup raisins
.5 cup mixed dried fruit: cranberries, cherries, blueberries
.5 cup slivered almonds
Mix together and keep in container. To make, use one cup of water and 1/2 cup of cereal mix, boil and then simmer until thickened. I then take 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries and pour the hot cereal over top. It is such a hearty meal that keeps me full for hours.
Another favorite of mine is making egg muffins, bunch of eggs, chopped cooked back bacon, chopped grean/red peppers, green onions, mushrooms - mix it all together, put it in the oven and viola, egg muffins for a quick breakie
If I am really in a rush, a cooked egg over a slice of toast (I make my own clean bread at home)
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Sports bra for BF moms?
The Shock Absorber - I am a 32E and this bra holds em in tight! But the problem is, is that it is not a...
The Shock Absorber - I am a 32E and this bra holds em in tight!
But the problem is, is that it is not a nursing bra so you will need to take it off to nurse
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Re: Grocery Lists - What's on yours?!
My list today: - spinach - strawberries (organic) - blueberries (organic) - bananas - kiwi - cantaloupe/honeydew - gala apples (organic) - celery - green...
My list today:
- spinach
- strawberries (organic)
- blueberries (organic)
- bananas
- kiwi
- cantaloupe/honeydew
- gala apples (organic)
- celery
- green onions
- red/yellow/green pepper (organic)
- carrots (organic)
- sweet potato
- butternut squash
- onions
- parsnips
- eggplant
- tomatoes (organic)
- broccoli
- asparagus
- green beans
- whole chicken
- cod/sole/halibut
- pork loin
- eggs (organic)
- yogurt drinks (Danino for the kids - I don't eat dairy)
- Milk (2% organic for the kids - I don't eat dairy)
- Orange Juice (calcium fortified)
- multi grain flour for bread maker
- apple juice (organic for the kids)
- organic brown rice
- compost bags
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Q for those who built your own house?
We are in the process of building a home and I am unsure of the sequence of events. We have a builder, we have a...
We are in the process of building a home and I am unsure of the sequence of events.
We have a builder, we have a plan, we have a mortgage.
The lots has been cleared and excavated, the foundation is partially poured.
So what do I need to do next:
Is it deciding on my where to put my wall outlets and fixtures?
Is it talking to the kitchen place about cabinets?
Is it picking my paint colors?
I feel a little overwhelmed right now so any advice would be welcome
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Re: I wish I had a place for....?
In my dream kitchen there would be a recycling station / compost station since right now I have 3 huge blue bins and a green...
In my dream kitchen there would be a recycling station / compost station since right now I have 3 huge blue bins and a green bin in my kitchen looking ugly
Also, a slotted shelf to place all my baking sheets (pampered chef stuff).
A side pull out spice rack that I can see all my 50 spice jars
In our mudroom there will be a bench for sitting with slots under it for footwear and then above would be personalized cubby's with an electrical outlet in each one to recharge electronics (blackberry, iPhone, DS).
My laundry room would have a spot for the iron, a spot for flat drying, some shelves for detergent, dryer sheets, bleach, etc....
My storage would have several rows of shelves to fit rubbermaid totes so that I can easily reach the items and keep them organized
thats it for now
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Re: My new house!
beautiful house - I love it! ...
beautiful house - I love it!
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Re: First week Clean eating - Meal plan recommendation
one thing I do is cook several servings of brown rice on Sunday for lunch or dinner throughout the week I also have a lot...
one thing I do is cook several servings of brown rice on Sunday for lunch or dinner throughout the week
I also have a lot of cod/halibut since it is fast to cook and only needs a squeeze of lemon and salt/pepper for taste
My main snack are LARABAR (found in organic section). There are maybe 3 to 4 ingredients and I find they fill me up the best when I need something to keep my energy up.
My main staple would have to be the Chicken/Orzo soup. I prepare a huge pot every couple of weeks and it freezes so well and is a perfect lunch or dinner idea.
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Re: 30 Day Shred Anyone?
iTunes has it for $9.99 ...
iTunes has it for $9.99
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Re: Clean Chicken Noodle soup?
This is what I do (straight out of the Clean Eating Cookbook) take a chicken carcass, cover it with water, put in some celery, carrots,...
This is what I do (straight out of the Clean Eating Cookbook)
take a chicken carcass, cover it with water, put in some celery, carrots, onions, parsnips, 5 cloves of garlic and 5 bay leaves and cook for 3 hours.
place in fridge overnight, once out of the fridge, skim all fat off the top of the soup then strain all the other ingredients (I usually warm up the soup before doing this)
then with the stock I add some carrots, brussel sprouts, celery, orzo pasta and cut up chicken (I use rotisserie). I then simmer this for about an hour for the veggies to be soft and the pasta to cook.
enjoy
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Re: What are your Non-Scale Goals?
Humber - I think those are totally acheivable goals AFM - 1/2 marathon in May - fit into some pre-pg pants - feel healthy inside...
Humber - I think those are totally acheivable goals
AFM
- 1/2 marathon in May
- fit into some pre-pg pants
- feel healthy inside and out
- fight time gosh-darnit, I hate getting older
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Re: Q's for the Clean Eaters!
I make my own bread at home, but don't eat it very often. I rarely eat pasta either, but when I do its the rice...
I make my own bread at home, but don't eat it very often.
I rarely eat pasta either, but when I do its the rice pasta in the organic section - can't think of the name right now.
To eat clean its a good idea to look for food that has a small ingredient list and preferably all ingredients that you can pronounce - lol
I have tried the Ezekial bread - not too bad
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At what age can you leave them alone?
My kids play in our living room/toy room by themselves. DS is old enough to take care of himself and he can let me know...
My kids play in our living room/toy room by themselves. DS is old enough to take care of himself and he can let me know if DD is doing something wrong (to be honest the room is totally baby-proofed).
The kids *just* started playing well together and we leave them alone to play often.
However, I won't let them play outside by themselves - not quite secure with that yet.
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Re: Healthy Dinner Ideas
I recommend this cookbook as a starter Cooking for the Rushed - Healthy Family ...
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Re: Aluminium Water bottle?
I like the Kleen Kanteen - the rim is wide and doesn't have any ridges to hold yucky gunky stuff like the SIGG bottles do...
I like the Kleen Kanteen - the rim is wide and doesn't have any ridges to hold yucky gunky stuff like the SIGG bottles do
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How does your baby sleep? Curiosity POLL
no night-lights in any room for us I try to make the room as dark as possible I do have a night-light in the hall...
no night-lights in any room for us
I try to make the room as dark as possible
I do have a night-light in the hall so my DS can get up to use the washroom at night
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Re: What is the name of this song?
"Let the Music Play" by Shannon Youtube - to listen ...
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Re: share healthy meal ideas?
congrats on your new addition I used a lot of frozen dinners for the first few weeks trying to get on track. Most grocery stores...
congrats on your new addition
I used a lot of frozen dinners for the first few weeks trying to get on track.
Most grocery stores sell a lot of healthy foods in snack size portions, baby carrots, apples, almonds, etc ....
Bagged salad with cut up chicken and/or soup was something I ate often too.
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Re: Disappearing Posts
yup - happened to me earlier ...
yup - happened to me earlier
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Re: Where to buy workout wear for my mom???
Sport Check ...
Sport Check
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Re: Found an engagement ring in Mississauga
I would take it to the police too. If I lost my ring I wouldn't think to look on Kijiji ...
I would take it to the police too. If I lost my ring I wouldn't think to look on Kijiji
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Re: Recommendations pls: Board Games for Two People
Sequence is a board game DH and I play often Crib, Scrabble and Checkers are the other games we like to play ...
Sequence is a board game DH and I play often
Crib, Scrabble and Checkers are the other games we like to play
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Re: Electric Baseboard heating - how much?
we have an 1800 sq ft house and pay about $200 to $350 per month depending on the weather (I live in NB). there are...
we have an 1800 sq ft house and pay about $200 to $350 per month depending on the weather (I live in NB).
there are 4 of us here and we have a propane fireplace too
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