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Re: Window Coverings for Sliding Glass Door?
I recently made some drapes for our patio doors. I like them in the winter as they keep the cold out! ...
I recently made some drapes for our patio doors. I like them in the winter as they keep the cold out!
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Re: It's a mystery! Archaeologists/Historians?
As a geologist, it doesn't look like any fossil I've ever seen (not that I've seen them all by any means)...I would concur with the...
As a geologist, it doesn't look like any fossil I've ever seen (not that I've seen them all by any means)...I would concur with the man-made theory!
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What kind of floor do you have in your kitchen?
DH and I are doing a kitchen reno but I don't know what kind of floor to put in...tile vs hardwood vs laminate. We were...
DH and I are doing a kitchen reno but I don't know what kind of floor to put in...tile vs hardwood vs laminate. We were thinking a laminate that looks like tile, but after doing a bit of reading I'm concerned about the effects of moisture on the laminate. I'm worried that a hardwood floor would dent a lot (I tend to drop things) and I find tile is cold, hard and I'm worried it might break if I drop something.
What do you ladies have on your floor and do you like it??
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Re: does Dyson go on sale???
We bought ours on Ebay - over $100 cheaper than in the stores! ...
We bought ours on Ebay - over $100 cheaper than in the stores!
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Re: How my garden grows...
Looks fantastic! I love it when a bed is full to the brim with different textures and colours of plants I'm very jealous all your...
Looks fantastic! I love it when a bed is full to the brim with different textures and colours of plants
I'm very jealous all your dianthus and delphiniums are blooming - mine will hopefully be in another couple of weeks (stupid Calgary zone 3).
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Re: Can any vegetables still be planted end of Jun
Lettuce, spinach and peas will still work (on most seed packages it says you can have successive sowings until the end of June), and I...
Lettuce, spinach and peas will still work (on most seed packages it says you can have successive sowings until the end of June), and I think probably cauliflower and broccoli bought as seedlings (I'm trying to think of the veggies in my garden that finish early). It also depends where you live and how long your growing season is. I think it might be too late for tomatoes, especially if you want them to ripen on the vine. But as PP said, a local garden centre can probably tell you for sure!
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Sex & the City - post reviews
I thought it lacked the wit and humour that was present throughout the series (and which is what I really liked about it!). I know...
I thought it lacked the wit and humour that was present throughout the series (and which is what I really liked about it!). I know that in a movie you can delve into more serious issues, but I thought it was overall kinda blah. The storyline with Charlotte was the most reminiscient of the series, the others were way too serious, IMO. Did anyone else notice how OLD Smith and Steve looked? Wow.
The best line was from my DH who, while we were waiting in line, said "For a movie theatre, there's a lot of cleavage in here!"
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Re: Which blinds to choose?!?
Quote: They are both similar...and I think your decision should be based on the size of windows! The Pirouettes are stunning, but not so...
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They are both similar...and I think your decision should be based on the size of windows! The Pirouettes are stunning, but not so sure they'd look appropriate on small windows.
I agree. I have the 2" silhouettes on my living room window, which is about 48" tall and 96" wide. If I had a window as big as in the pic I'd consider going for the Pirouettes. Maybe it's just the way they are in the pic, but it looks like the Silhouettes are more "see-through", ie. you don't see the vane as much as the pirouette.
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Re: Help me! Tell me about your vacation policy
I'm given 15 vacation days a year. The year I started working here I started Sept 1 and I was alotted 5 days for that...
I'm given 15 vacation days a year. The year I started working here I started Sept 1 and I was alotted 5 days for that year.
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FS - Gift certificate to Calgary Sheraton Hotel
The GC is for 2 nights in a suite, including breakfast and a bunch of other stuff. Retail value $995 - we're asking $550 (what...
The GC is for 2 nights in a suite, including breakfast and a bunch of other stuff. Retail value $995 - we're asking $550 (what we paid). Other details are below...
GC must be used on a weekend before August 17, 2008 and can't be used June 6-15th or July 5-13.
Please PM if interested! DH bought this at a charity raffle, but we won't have a chance to use it before baby is born in July.
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The Award Winning Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire Is pleased to extend an opportunity to Experience Calgary's finest accommodation.
A two-night stay in a Club Level Whirlpool Suite valued at $994.76. Comprised of 500 square feed of pure luxury, the suite offers elegant ambiance and a spectacular view. You and your guest will truly feel like royalty revelling in the finest surroundings, or relaxing in the exclusive Club Lounge.
Your stay will include:
Greeting by our Guest Relations Officer who will escort you to your suite and attend to any special requests on arrival
Coordination of any restaurant reservations or entertainment through our Chief Concierge
Access to the Promenade Pool & Health Club including hot tub, sauna, and 50 foot waterslide (yes it is adult friendly!)
Lavish King Size Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (c) Bed with the finest linens, duvet, and down pillows
Full Club Level privileges including access to the exclusive Club Lounge
Complimentary Evening hors d'oeuvres
Complimentary Deluxe Continental Breakfast for two each morning
We look forward to having you as our guest!
The Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire is pleased to extend a weekend for two in a Club Whirlpool Suite.
Your fabulous two night weekend includes accommodation in one of our luxurious Club whirlpool suites featuring a king size bed, terry bathrobes, and slippers, upgraded bathroom amenity package, weigh scale, fax-copier-printer-scanner, high speed internet access, ergonomic chair, office supplies, Club pen and personalized stationary, complimentary shoe shine, turn down service, choice of daily newspaper, in-room safe, bottled water, DMX music system with Bose speakers, access to the Promenade Fitness Centre and pool area, continental breakfast for two in the morning and exclusive access to the Club Lounge where coffee/tea are available throughout the day and complimentary hors d'oeuvres available during the evening cocktail hour.
Based on availability, valid any Friday & Saturday, or Saturday & Sunday until August 17 2008.
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Re: I hate telemarketers...
As soon as either DH or I answer the phone and it's a telemarketer we interrupt and ask that they remove us from their calling...
As soon as either DH or I answer the phone and it's a telemarketer we interrupt and ask that they remove us from their calling list. Luckily, I've never had them go into "fine print talk," they're always very "Yes Ma'am, have a good day."
My peeve is with the pre-recorded calls. Ick. "Press 3 now and you will win a free Caribbean vacation!"
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Movies that suck...
The only movie I've ever walked out on while in the theatre was Any Given Sunday. About 3/4 of the way through I found I...
The only movie I've ever walked out on while in the theatre was Any Given Sunday. About 3/4 of the way through I found I didn't give a crap what happened in the end, so we left.
The only rental movie I've stopped watching halfway through was Dreamgirls...<shivers>. Sorry Oprah, I know you loved it, but it sucked.
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Re: What songs got your guests up and dancing?
The most popular songs at my wedding were: Billy Jean (my fav) Rasputin Sexyback (I didn't even think that we would play any dance music...
The most popular songs at my wedding were:
Billy Jean (my fav)
Rasputin
Sexyback (I didn't even think that we would play any dance music but one of the guests requested it and everyone loved it
Smells Like Teen Spirit, believe it or not. All the guys in the place got up and started "moshing" (actually, just trying to jump up and down really high).
The Chicken Dance - the DJ played this twice, why I'll never know.
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Re: Ladies, show me your flowers-in-hair pics!
I actually don't have a really good pic of my hair so this will have to do. I had 3 white orchids. This one was...
I actually don't have a really good pic of my hair so this will have to do. I had 3 white orchids.
This one was at the end of the night and the flowers were a little wilted.
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Reccomend fun summer reads for the BEACH
I was going to suggest Summer Sisters - so now I'll second the suggestion ...
I was going to suggest Summer Sisters - so now I'll second the suggestion
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The Way the Crow Flies
Agreed - it's a fantastic book (although I did like Fall on Your Knees better)... ...
Agreed - it's a fantastic book (although I did like Fall on Your Knees better)...
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I also really enjoy John Irving's earlier work (Cider House Rules is one of my faves). Owen Meany took a while to get into, but...
I also really enjoy John Irving's earlier work (Cider House Rules is one of my faves). Owen Meany took a while to get into, but at the end I couldn't put it down. I think it's worth the effort
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What book have you read over and over again?
The only book I've read more than once (and I'm almost ashamed to admit it) is Jurassic Park. Maybe it's because I'm a geologist, but...
The only book I've read more than once (and I'm almost ashamed to admit it) is Jurassic Park. Maybe it's because I'm a geologist, but I really love those dinosaurs!
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Re: "My best decision was.." "My worst decision was.."
Best decisions: - only inviting 80 people - hiring a wedding planner (all I had to do on my wedding day was show up and...
Best decisions:
- only inviting 80 people
- hiring a wedding planner (all I had to do on my wedding day was show up and look good)
- having our string quartet compose the piece of music that I walked down the aisle to
- having a whole weekend of events for our guests. I got to spend a lot of time with my friends and family on the days prior and after the wedding
Worst decisions:
- letting my MIL give a 15 min speech (although I guess I really couldn't do anything about it - she did pay for half the wedding)
- the MC we picked (although we couldn't think of anyone else). He was OK, but some of his jokes were a little off the wall and I don't think a lot of the guests got them
The only other thing I wish I could have done was hire my dream photographer. The photographer we had was great (and in our price range) but I wish we had the cash to hire the photographer I REALLY wanted.
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