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Re: Vacation policies @ your workplace
At my work you have to put in your request at least 2 weeks before you want to take vacation and it's first come, first...
At my work you have to put in your request at least 2 weeks before you want to take vacation and it's first come, first serve. Our office is large so 5 people can take vacation at a time so if the 5 spots are taken, you're out of luck but if the spot is free, its yours!
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Re: Does your DH ask you....
The key is to beat him to the punch - next time you talk to him at 9am, before talking about your morning or whatever,...
The key is to beat him to the punch - next time you talk to him at 9am, before talking about your morning or whatever, ask him what's for dinner! :-)
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Re: Cash VS Credit / Debt (states trip)
I always use my credit card in the USA. I've never been charged any fees other then whatever the exchange rate is. Sometimes I use...
I always use my credit card in the USA. I've never been charged any fees other then whatever the exchange rate is. Sometimes I use my debit card (same thing).
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Re: Regular Bikini Wax
Thanks for all the tips! I ended up going for the Brazilian and it hurt I'd say 10 times more then it normally does but...
Thanks for all the tips! I ended up going for the Brazilian and it hurt I'd say 10 times more then it normally does but it was over quick enough. :-)
Czarina - hair should be a quarter inch long so I guess it just depends on how fast your hair grows.
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Re: Laundry WWYD
When I shared laundry facilities this drove me nuts! I always felt awkward about touching someones laundry but honestly, if they leave it in there...
When I shared laundry facilities this drove me nuts! I always felt awkward about touching someones laundry but honestly, if they leave it in there that long you can totally take it out. I used to always just hope that they wouldn't come into the laundry room while I was taking out their laundry, but would do it all the time.
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Re: Accents.....do they make guys more attractive?
Yes, depending on the accent - I like some accents but don't like all accents and if you can't understand what they're saying then it...
Yes, depending on the accent - I like some accents but don't like all accents and if you can't understand what they're saying then it does no good.
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Regular Bikini Wax
I've only ever gone for Brazillian waxes but I have been told that since I'm pregnant it will be way too painful so I booked...
I've only ever gone for Brazillian waxes but I have been told that since I'm pregnant it will be way too painful so I booked a regular bikini wax for this evening. I don't really know how far in they go on a regular wax, so I'm wondering, do you wear your underwear, or take them off like a Brazillian?
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Financial Advisor in BC?
Can anyone recommend a good financial advisor in the lower mainland? I'd prefer someone independent who doesn't work for a bank. TIA! ...
Can anyone recommend a good financial advisor in the lower mainland? I'd prefer someone independent who doesn't work for a bank.
TIA!
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Re: Who does the laundry in your house?
I do 70% of it but DH does the laundry if he needs/wants something clean. And if its say a dark pair of pants he...
I do 70% of it but DH does the laundry if he needs/wants something clean. And if its say a dark pair of pants he will do a load of dark clothes which includes my clothes or whatever else is in the "dark" basket. He would never ask me to do it for something he wants.
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Re: Recommend a protein powder! pls
I like Dessert (chocolat flavour) but I have only ever mixed it with milk so I'm not sure how it would taste with water. I...
I like Dessert (chocolat flavour) but I have only ever mixed it with milk so I'm not sure how it would taste with water. I can say that it is by far the best that I have tried and doesn't have that gross chalky after taste.
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Re: Recommend your dog
You can do this online quiz and they will recommend what kind of dog meets your lifestyle and housing requirements. http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/search.htm ...
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Re: Root Beer or Cream Soda
I chose root beer but only because I've never had a cream soda one before and I'd be worried it might be a bit sweet...
I chose root beer but only because I've never had a cream soda one before and I'd be worried it might be a bit sweet for me... It does sound tasty though, I might just have to try it!
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Re: LML Ladies - Anyone done the Grouse Grind??
On the weekend its super packed so be prepared for people passing you and getting stuck behind slow people. The people who do it are...
On the weekend its super packed so be prepared for people passing you and getting stuck behind slow people. The people who do it are totally varied from athletes to tourists in flip flops. I kid you not. I personally think it's a pretty over-rated hike but it is on the list of things that you should do at some point, especially if you live in the Lower mainland. The view from the top is beautiful. It takes me just under an hour and I would say that I would say that my fitness level is moderate.
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Re: Vancouver area bars/restaurants
What age group are you in? 20s, 30s, 40s....? What type of scene are you looking for? ...
What age group are you in? 20s, 30s, 40s....? What type of scene are you looking for?
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Re: Dog in a hot car. Call 911?
What I learned at blockwatch training is that if a crime is in progress you call 911, if you're reporting a crime that happened (like...
What I learned at blockwatch training is that if a crime is in progress you call 911, if you're reporting a crime that happened (like your car got broken into) you call the non-emergency line. In this case, I would say a crime is in progress? If you call 911 and its not an emergency then they will just tell you to call non-emergency.
Poor puppy!!! :-(
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Re: Suit rental and style help needed!!
We rented from Debonaire in New West. They're a bit more expensive then Moore's but the quality is SO much better! ...
We rented from Debonaire in New West. They're a bit more expensive then Moore's but the quality is SO much better!
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Re: Paper Lanterns
On Pender Street between Main and Columbia there are about 6 stores that sell them. They barter so if you don't get the price you...
On Pender Street between Main and Columbia there are about 6 stores that sell them. They barter so if you don't get the price you want just walk out and try another place.
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Re: Xpost - Passport in Maiden Name - Travel by Land
I have never had to give my driver's license when driving through the boarder, I always just give my passport so I don't think it...
I have never had to give my driver's license when driving through the boarder, I always just give my passport so I don't think it would matter which last name it had on it.
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Re: How long did you keep your veil on?
I wore mine until dinner time at the reception. ...
I wore mine until dinner time at the reception.
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Re: Time Between Ceremony/Reception
I went to a wedding that was in the middle of nowhere that had a two hour gap without cocktail hour or entertainment - it...
I went to a wedding that was in the middle of nowhere that had a two hour gap without cocktail hour or entertainment - it was brutal. Some people watched the bridal party do their photos others just sat around totally bored. It really killed the vibe going into the reception.
Instead of having a three hour gap could you do some of the photos before hand such as the photos of just the guys while the girls are getting ready and then photos of just the girls. Then between the ceremony you only have to do the combined photos which should cut down the amount of time that the guests would have to occupy themselves.
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Re: Who is your MC?
We had a good friend who was not part of the bridal party do it, it was a way to include more friends in our...
We had a good friend who was not part of the bridal party do it, it was a way to include more friends in our day.
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Re: Buying tires.... in the USA?
Way cheaper in the USA. I got 4 winter tires, instalation, balancing and an oil change for under $400. They're really good tires too that...
Way cheaper in the USA. I got 4 winter tires, instalation, balancing and an oil change for under $400. They're really good tires too that were going to cost $147 per tire plus installation in Canada. I went to Sears.
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Re: Where to buy thank you cards with picture inserts
Deserres sells them, or if you don't have that store, call scrapbooking/craft stores. ...
Deserres sells them, or if you don't have that store, call scrapbooking/craft stores.
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Re: Recommend your Lower Mainland photographer
Ask if they will be the one that is doing your photos the day of and what happens if they're sick. ...
Ask if they will be the one that is doing your photos the day of and what happens if they're sick.
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Re: Recommend your Lower Mainland photographer
I used Cora of corasphotography.com and loved my photos! A friend of mine used Gucio gucioblog.com. Another one to look at is Carol-ann carol-annphotography.com. I...
I used Cora of corasphotography.com and loved my photos! A friend of mine used Gucio gucioblog.com. Another one to look at is Carol-ann carol-annphotography.com. I had a quick look at her site and her rates are very reasonable. My co-worker used her for her wedding and was very pleased.
I def. think that you can get good photos for under $3000. Another thing to think about is how long do you want the photographer for? A whole day is obviously going to cost more then the ceremony and formals only...
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Re: Honeymoon Registries?
We used Honeyfund. It allowed us to ask for experiences rather then just money. Like horseback riding on the beach, or evening cocktails, etc. I...
We used Honeyfund. It allowed us to ask for experiences rather then just money. Like horseback riding on the beach, or evening cocktails, etc. I thought it was nice because then people are giving you the gift of an experiance rathen then the money just getting lost. But really they're just giving you cash so if you don't really need the 30 bottles of champagne that you asked for you can use it for something else. Also, its free. :-)
http://www.honeyfund.com/
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Re: How many spaces do you use after a sentence?
I learned one and my workplace standard says that you should use one; however most people use 2 so when I work on documents, I...
I learned one and my workplace standard says that you should use one; however most people use 2 so when I work on documents, I usually use 2 as well to conform with what others do - and I'm too lazy to go and change what has been already done. :-)
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Re: Platinum or White Gold bands
If you're going to get white gold opt for 19k because it's a different chemical make up and doesn't turn yellow as quickly. Second choice...
If you're going to get white gold opt for 19k because it's a different chemical make up and doesn't turn yellow as quickly. Second choice 14k. My band is platinum, I love that it will turn grey as opposed to yellow.
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Re: TUX Rentals- HELP!
We rented suits. I'll pm you. ...
We rented suits. I'll pm you.
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Re: TUX Rentals- HELP!
You can rent suits at Debonaire, but like I said before, they're a bit more expensive... But they all fit well and they look great!...
You can rent suits at Debonaire, but like I said before, they're a bit more expensive... But they all fit well and they look great!
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Re: oh! the stress of finding photographers!!
Another option if you're really unsure about it would be to call the head of a photography school/program such as Langara and ask if they...
Another option if you're really unsure about it would be to call the head of a photography school/program such as Langara and ask if they could suggest a star student who could do the photos. Students are usually flexible and keen as they would love the opportunity.
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Re: TUX Rentals- HELP!
We used Debonaire in New West. Its a bit more expensive, but the quality of the suites is so much better and the shirts/jackets/pants are...
We used Debonaire in New West. Its a bit more expensive, but the quality of the suites is so much better and the shirts/jackets/pants are tailored to each individual's fit. We were really happy with them and the guys looked great!
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Re: Making Your Own Cookbook? (x-post)
Blurb has a cookbook template. You have to download their software but its customizable. ...
Blurb has a cookbook template. You have to download their software but its customizable.
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Re: Alterations! How much??
This is a very late reply to this post, but I wanted to caution anyone considering using Eleanor. She stole $900 from me. I paid...
This is a very late reply to this post, but I wanted to caution anyone considering using Eleanor. She stole $900 from me. I paid her a deposit to make a dress for me which she never produced, and she refuses to give me back my money. I ended up having to scramble three months before my wedding, and ended up wearing a sample dress (luckily I'm sample size). I'm planning on taking legal action against her to reclaim my money (or at least part of it).
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Re: Engagement photo locations
I'm also a fan of under the bridge photos - like under Granville or Burrard Street bridge. ...
I'm also a fan of under the bridge photos - like under Granville or Burrard Street bridge.
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Re: Engagement photo locations
Between Industrial and Terminal (sorry I can't remember the names of the streets) a block East of Main there are a couple really cool streets...
Between Industrial and Terminal (sorry I can't remember the names of the streets) a block East of Main there are a couple really cool streets with graffitti and deralict looking stairs, buildings etc.
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Re: How much $$ do you give as a wedding gift?
In the past I would give $200-300 from DH and I but then we had our wedding and I learned that maybe I should only...
In the past I would give $200-300 from DH and I but then we had our wedding and I learned that maybe I should only be giving $100...
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Anyone been to Greece in the last month (July/10)?
Id really love to go to Greece but Im worried about the economical situation there. I dont want to have my trip disrupted because of...
Id really love to go to Greece but Im worried about the economical situation there. I dont want to have my trip disrupted because of strikes. Most recently I heard of the air traffic controllers going on strike and also the truck drivers. Has anyone been (or know anyone who has been)? What was the impact on tourists?
Thanks!
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Re: Places to buy bulk candy in/around Vancouver?
Candy Aisle on 4th Avenue. There is also a candy store on Robson near Granville Street. I can't remember what the name of it is...
Candy Aisle on 4th Avenue. There is also a candy store on Robson near Granville Street. I can't remember what the name of it is though, but its on the north side of the street if you were heading to BC Place from Granville Street.
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Re: LF - Chinese Paper Lanterns
What colours are you looking for? Ill PM you. ...
What colours are you looking for? Ill PM you.
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Flush Mount Photo Albums
I want to make my own flush mount album (I want to use my own designs and have creative control) but it seems like most...
I want to make my own flush mount album (I want to use my own designs and have creative control) but it seems like most companies are geared towards selling only to professionals. I did find that Picaboo and Somerset has them. Has anyone used Picaboo or Somerset for a flush mount album? What were they like? Or are you able to recommend another company?
TIA
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Re: Throwing a baby shower in Van???
There is T Room Bakery: http://troombakery.com/ on West 10th Avenune (up by UBC), Secret Garden as PP said and Adonia also in Kerrisdale: www.adoniatea.com/ My...
There is T Room Bakery:
http://troombakery.com/ on West 10th Avenune (up by UBC), Secret Garden as PP said and Adonia also in Kerrisdale:
www.adoniatea.com/My favorite is Adonia because it reminds me of my grandma's living room.
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Re: Thank you cards post-wedding
Maybe write a thank you card thanking them for coming and telling them you look forward to seeing them when they come to visit. ...
Maybe write a thank you card thanking them for coming and telling them you look forward to seeing them when they come to visit.
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Re: accent color for black and white wedding
Apple green! ...
Apple green!
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Re: End of night hall clean-up
My decorator and family helped with the clean up. ...
My decorator and family helped with the clean up.
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Re: Emergency kits - did you use them?
Mine got forgotten when we left for the ceremony but luckily we didn�t need anything. My MOH had my lipgloss, sunglasses and flipflops and that...
Mine got forgotten when we left for the ceremony but luckily we didn�t need anything. My MOH had my lipgloss, sunglasses and flipflops and that was all we really needed.
If I were to do it over again, I would just have one at the reception venue for just in case, because you can always fix whatever when you get there, but overall don�t really see the need to lug it around for photos and everything.
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Re: Vancouver Area Ceremony location Ideas
Cecil Green Park House. Beautiful old house with expansive gardens and a great view. - http://www.cecilgreenpark.ubc.ca/ ...
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Re: did you eat?
I had breakfast lunch and dinner. Even if you don't feel hungry you should force yourself to eat something so you don't faint. :-) ...
I had breakfast lunch and dinner. Even if you don't feel hungry you should force yourself to eat something so you don't faint. :-)
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How to say Thank you
Five grown adults (over 25) gave us a combined present of $83 (all small bills, I suspect they just emptied their pockets with what they...
Five grown adults (over 25) gave us a combined present of $83 (all small bills, I suspect they just emptied their pockets with what they had and this is what they came up with) as our wedding present. I will note that none of them are suffering financial hardship. Now, I realize its not all about presents and Im thankful that they thought to give us anything, but Im wondering how to word the thank you card. The parents live together (combined their share would be $33) and the three kids all live separately and received separate invitations.
Question 1 Should I send three thank you cards? Or just one since it was a combined gift?
Question 2 Can I just write thank you for coming and celebrating with us, it was great to see you? Or do I have to acknowledge the gift? If I acknowledge the gift do I really say what I did with it it bought me lunch, or do I say it contributed to the purchase of (insert something bigger)?
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Re: Groomsmaid?
Ive been to two, one where the groomsmaid wore the same dress as the bridesmaids except in black and she had a wrist corsage and...
Ive been to two, one where the groomsmaid wore the same dress as the bridesmaids except in black and she had a wrist corsage and one where the groomsmaid wore a skirt suit and had a boutoniere like the groomsmen.
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