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Re: We do these posts all the time, but they are fun..
I totally forgot about Skip-Its! I loved mine - it had a counter on it so you knew about times you jumped over it. As...
I totally forgot about Skip-Its! I loved mine - it had a counter on it so you knew about times you jumped over it.
As lame as this sounds, I didn't play with a ton of toys. I was always reading, haha! Well, reading or singing into my hair brush while looking at myself in the mirror...
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Re: New forum has launched
It looks really great - I just registered and can't wait to start posting ...
It looks really great - I just registered and can't wait to start posting
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Re: Do you cook?
I love to cook, it's probably one of my favourite things to do. I've wondered the same thing as you, though. ...
I love to cook, it's probably one of my favourite things to do.
I've wondered the same thing as you, though.
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Re: Missed period, but not pregnant. When to worry?
I know how you feel - I haven't had a period since the beginning of February!! I went to my doctor, who was extremely shocked...
I know how you feel - I haven't had a period since the beginning of February!! I went to my doctor, who was extremely shocked that I wasn't pregnant, and got a TON of tests done. I haven't gotten any results as of yet, though.
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Re: New York, New York!!!
My absolute favourite part of New York was walking across the Brooklyn Bridge into lower Manhattan. I would recommend spending part of the day doing...
My absolute favourite part of New York was walking across the Brooklyn Bridge into lower Manhattan. I would recommend spending part of the day doing that, especially if you're interested in going to Ground Zero, the Financial District, and/or using the Staten Island Ferry to see the Statue of Liberty.
I also adored Central Park - if you are able to, spend the whole day there. We spent two half days when we went and it wasn't enough.
We also really liked the Museum of Natural History - we spent about five hours there (we spent the other part of the day in Central Park) and could have stayed longer.
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New Girl - April 25 (Spoilers)
Is anyone still watching this show? Seriously, this weeks episode was absolutely amazing!! When I first started watching it, I absolutely loved Jess and her...
Is anyone still watching this show? Seriously, this weeks episode was absolutely amazing!! When I first started watching it, I absolutely loved Jess and her awkwardness - now, I want her scenes to go by super quickly so that I can watch Nick, Winston, and Schmidt.
Speaking of Schmidt - how awesome was his date with Cece's Russian roommate?? McMouse had me crying from laughter.
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Re: Happy AP Day!
I got flowers, which was very nice considering I'm only there part time ...
I got flowers, which was very nice considering I'm only there part time
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Re: The price of a purse?
I'm lucky to have a mother who supports my purse habit, so I never need to buy new ones because I get them for birthdays...
I'm lucky to have a mother who supports my purse habit, so I never need to buy new ones because I get them for birthdays or Christmas.
I think the most I've spent on a bag is ~$60.
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Re: Saskatoon DJs (and other vendors)
We used Danceland DJ's, and were really pleased with the DJ (I can't remember his name at the moment) and the pricing. As for the...
We used Danceland DJ's, and were really pleased with the DJ (I can't remember his name at the moment) and the pricing.
As for the caterer, I can not recommend Picknic's enough - Nicola, the owner/chef, is amazing at creating a menu that works within your budget and the food is amazing (almost all of our guests came up to us or our parents to tell us that it was some of the best food they had had at a wedding)! She was super quick at answering my questions and the servers based at the wedding were so sweet and super efficient. The only issue I had was with the bartender Nicola provided us - she was never behind the bar, constantly going out for smoke breaks, and my family was constantly covering for her (serving drinks, going around and picking up empty cups/cans/bottles) - I explained that to Nicola and she refunded me the entire cost of the bartender without question. She also does cakes - I didn't love the decoration but the cake and icing were delicious (she doesn't use fondant). Just so I'm clear - love, love, LOVE Picknic's, haha.
I used RealTouch silk flowers, so I can't help you with the florist.
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Re: Canvas Prints - Recommend a company
I have this website bookmarked: http://www.artscow.com/photo-gifts/Canvas and I think I found it from WB. The prices are great, but I've never ordered from them so...
I have this website bookmarked:
http://www.artscow.com/photo-gifts/Canvas and I think I found it from WB. The prices are great, but I've never ordered from them so I don't know if the shipping costs are reasonable or what the quality is like.
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Re: What color would you paint this book shelf?
I'm all about orange and pink right now, so I would go with a nice orange. I like the teal/turquoise idea, as well. ...
I'm all about orange and pink right now, so I would go with a nice orange. I like the teal/turquoise idea, as well.
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Re: parents/ILs who live close by
We used to live about 15 minutes away from my SIL and we'd see her at least once a week. My mom used to be...
We used to live about 15 minutes away from my SIL and we'd see her at least once a week. My mom used to be about an hour away and we'd see her once or twice a month.
Now, we live 10 hours away from everyone
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Re: Over the couch art... Share? Help?
This is what we have hanging over our couch (I'm sorry, I don't have a picture of it in relation to the size of the...
This is what we have hanging over our couch (I'm sorry, I don't have a picture of it in relation to the size of the couch/wall):
I think this size (4ft x 3ft) would work really well in your space, as well.
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Re: Weekly spend on Gas/Groceries/Misc/Allowances?
On average, I would say we spend about $120 a week on groceries. We go to the city once a month to stock up and...
On average, I would say we spend about $120 a week on groceries. We go to the city once a month to stock up and shop a little cheaper because of it - ideally, I'd like to meal plan an entire month and just pick up parishables at our (expensive!!) small town grocery store. We maybe go out for a meal twice a month (once in town, once when in Grande Prairie).
Gas is nominal, because we live in a small town - we probably fill our secondary vehicle once a month (if that!) and our main vehicle two or three (depending on if we go to GP, which is a 360km round trip).
We don't have an allowance set up, since there's nothing to spend that money on here. Same with Misc., we maybe spend $15 total on different things throughout the week (birthday cards, printing pictures).
The main thing we spend our money on here is projects around the home - and that's a seperate line on our budget
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Where's AF??
Ugh, I totally understand your frustration! I've been off BC since July 2011 and had regular periods all the way until February and I haven't...
Ugh, I totally understand your frustration! I've been off BC since July 2011 and had regular periods all the way until February and I haven't gotten one since. I'm currently sitting at 37 days late, and it's been 74 days since my last period started. I've done four tests and have gotten four negatives.
I'm going to the doctor next Tuesday to see what he says, hopefully there's a solution even though it's only been two months.
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The Lucky One
But, Zac Efron still looked hot right?! I'll probably see it, just for him, but whenever I see the previews I always think the leading...
But, Zac Efron still looked hot right?!
I'll probably see it, just for him, but whenever I see the previews I always think the leading lady (whoever she is) looks a lot older then Zefron.
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Re: South-East US Road Trip!!!
Thanks for the input, bd - the weather is definitely something we would need to consider! We love the heat, so that wouldn't be an...
Thanks for the input, bd - the weather is definitely something we would need to consider! We love the heat, so that wouldn't be an issue, but the rain would definitely damper our plans to walk and explore!
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Re: South-East US Road Trip!!!
RnR, thank you! I would love NOLA restaurant recommendations - either posted here or PM'ed, however you'd like to do it! This trip started off...
RnR, thank you! I would love NOLA restaurant recommendations - either posted here or PM'ed, however you'd like to do it!
This trip started off as wanting to see Nashville, especially, but it's definitely becoming all about New Orleans! I'm having a hard time convincing DH, though, he is leaning towards California (which surprises me) or Hawaii (which surprises me more!).
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Re: South-East US Road Trip!!!
Thanks for your input, Babs! I'd love to go to Savannah (it does look lovely) but I don't think it will work with the route...
Thanks for your input, Babs!
I'd love to go to Savannah (it does look lovely) but I don't think it will work with the route I have kind of mapped out for us. You've made a really good point about the rental car, I will look into a round trip from Atlanta, instead of breaking up the trip. As far as the driving is concerned, that's why I want to do this trip so badly - the road trip aspect - so I'm completely fine with that. We'll have one full day in Pensacola (2 nights) so I'm sure we'll have a lot of time during that day to get our surf on
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Re: South-East US Road Trip!!!
I was just on Ticketmaster, seeing what concerts might be going on, and Jason Mraz will be in Nashville when we are - that might...
I was just on Ticketmaster, seeing what concerts might be going on, and Jason Mraz will be in Nashville when we are - that might be a fun night out!
I'm going to look up the Braves schedule right now - we're not really big baseball fans but if we could get cheap tickets, why not?
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South-East US Road Trip!!!
So, I'm currently planning a twelve day trip to the SE US in August - DH hasn't quite jumped on board yet so I want...
So, I'm currently planning a twelve day trip to the SE US in August - DH hasn't quite jumped on board yet so I want to get some ideas from you lovely ladies to help entice him that this is the PERFECT vacation for us to take!
The plan would be to fly into Atlanta and drive clockwise, ending up in Nashville and flying out there. I need help figuring out things to do in Atlanta, New Orleans, Memphis, and Nashville specifically and if there is anything we can't miss in between!
Here is a rough itinerary that I've come up with:
Day 1: Fly into Atlanta
Day 2: Tour around Atlanta, drive to Pensacola FL with pit-stops in Alabama
Day 3: Pensacola - surf lessons, day at the beach
Day 4: Drive to New Orleans
Day 5: New Orleans
Day 6: New Orleans
Day 7: Drive to Tupelo MS, tour around Elvis' birthplace, drive to Memphis (could also stay in Tupelo instead of driving into Memphis this day)
Day 8: Memphis - Graceland, Sun Studios, Beale Street
Day 9: Spend the morning/early-afternoon in Memphis, drive to Nashville
Day 10: Nashville
Day 11: Nashville
Day 12: Fly home
For those of you who have been to Nashville - is two full days too much? Other then the Country Music Hall of Fame, is there much to do during the day? Should I take away a day in Nashville and add a full day in Atlanta?
Okay, your turn!!
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LF impressive but low-key BBQ sides/apps/desserts
This Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad might not be all that impressive, but I think it would be a perfect dessert for a BBQ (and it...
This
Strawberry Jello Pretzel Salad might not be all that impressive, but I think it would be a perfect dessert for a BBQ (and it would use up some strawberries, if you have any left next weekend!).
Look how pretty it is:
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Re: Sorta Spin: Do you & your DH/SO match physically?
I'd say we match. We're the same height but DH is about 25 or so pounds heavier then me - however, to look at us,...
I'd say we match. We're the same height but DH is about 25 or so pounds heavier then me - however, to look at us, I would say that neither of us looks much chubbier then the other.
We could both stand to loose some weight, though.
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Re: If you could go anywhere in the world...
Nuke mentioned the US East Coast - New York, Boston, DC - I think that any of those would be an amazing choice, considering you'd...
Nuke mentioned the US East Coast - New York, Boston, DC - I think that any of those would be an amazing choice, considering you'd be leaving from Halifax. You would basically have an extra day because your travel time would be so short.
I was also thinking the West Coast - Napa, Sonoma, San Fran, LA - but really, the flying time would be just as long (or even longer!) as going to Europe!
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Re: If you could go anywhere in the world...
A different type of vacation then the wonderful places PP's mentioned, but DH and I are currently planning a trip to Louisiana, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee,...
A different type of vacation then the wonderful places PP's mentioned, but DH and I are currently planning a trip to Louisiana, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi in mid-August and I am so freakin' excited about it!
We're flying into Atlanta, driving through Montgomery and Mobile (Alabama) to New Orleans. From there we're driving up to Tupelo (Mississippi, Elvis' birthplace) and then up to Memphis and over to Nashville (where we'll fly out). Definitely not for everyone but I'm aching for a road trip and have always wanted to visit the South
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Re: Spin: How many TVs do you have?
We have three set up at the moment - bedroom, upstairs living room, and downstairs family room. My mom is moving in with us next...
We have three set up at the moment - bedroom, upstairs living room, and downstairs family room.
My mom is moving in with us next month and she may have one set up in her bedroom, so that would be four.
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what to make with fresh strawberries?
I just pinned these Strawberry Lemon Yogurt Muffins and think they sound dee-licious! ...
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Re: Our Closet Makeover
Oh! Never mind, you'll probably hang hooks along the back a la House of Smiths (your inspiration, I'm assuming!), I'm guessing. ...
Oh! Never mind, you'll probably hang hooks along the back a la House of Smiths (your inspiration, I'm assuming!), I'm guessing.
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Re: Our Closet Makeover
Ohmigosh, amazing!! I'd love to do something like that but wonder, where are you going to put your jackets now? ...
Ohmigosh, amazing!! I'd love to do something like that but wonder, where are you going to put your jackets now?
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Re: bleaching your you-know-what
I'm sad that I've avoided this thread for this long. Happy to have learned the terms "leather Cheerio", "chocolate spider", and "chocolate starfish"... I think...
I'm sad that I've avoided this thread for this long. Happy to have learned the terms "leather Cheerio", "chocolate spider", and "chocolate starfish"... I think I'm going to throw one (or all three) into a conversation with DH tonight and see what happens!
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Re: What's for supper?
I'm making this pasta dish: http://picky-palate.com/2011/08/05/chicken-florentine-bowtie-pasta/ ...
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Paper Organization Tips
So, after doing our taxes this year I realized that I am not as organized as I should be when it comes to bills, our...
So, after doing our taxes this year I realized that I am not as organized as I should be when it comes to bills, our rental property, our current home, etc. and that needs to change. I also need tips to organize my take-out menu's and recipes that I tear from magazines/print from the internet.
How do you organize all the paper in your life? As silly as it seems, I like getting paper bills so switching to electronic is not an option right now.
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Re: Our bathroom reno (finally)!
I love you and your home. That is all. ...
I love you and your home.
That is all.
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Re: New York--tell me what to do there!
Oh, and we stayed at The Strand on W 37th St. and loved it - it has a roof top bar with gorgeous views of...
Oh, and we stayed at The Strand on W 37th St. and loved it - it has a roof top bar with gorgeous views of the Empire State Building and breakfast was included.
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Re: New York--tell me what to do there!
My favourite parts of our trip to NY were Central and Battery Parks, the day we spent in Brooklyn (we went to Coney Island, walked...
My favourite parts of our trip to NY were Central and Battery Parks, the day we spent in Brooklyn (we went to Coney Island, walked around near the water, and then over the Brooklyn Bridge - we did Lower Manhattan this day, as well), and going to a Broadway show. The next time we go I definitely want to spend more time in Brooklyn and see more then one Broadway show during the time we're there.
Other things we did: went to a Yankee's game, went to the Museum of Natural History (we loved this but you need a full day to really appreciate it!), walked around Soho, Time Square (of course!), Top of the Rock... I can't even remember everything, haha!
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Re: What food do you have trouble cooking?
I always hold my breath when I make cheese sauce from scratch. I've done alright the last few times, but sometimes the cheese won't melt...
I always hold my breath when I make cheese sauce from scratch. I've done alright the last few times, but sometimes the cheese won't melt or thicken and I have to start again.
Oven roasted potatoes - they always stick to the baking sheet, no matter how much oil I use.
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Re: Are you participating in Earth hour?
Heck no, there's a Lakers game to watch ...
Heck no, there's a Lakers game to watch
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Your best chocolate cake recipe
Pioneer Woman's Chocolate Sheet Cake is my absolute favourite chocolate cake - it can easily be adapted in order to make a nicer or...
Pioneer Woman's Chocolate Sheet Cake is my absolute favourite chocolate cake - it can easily be adapted in order to make a nicer or layered cake.
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Did you tell people you were trying?
I've told my mom and my best friend, but that's it. Not even my sister knows! ...
I've told my mom and my best friend, but that's it. Not even my sister knows!
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Re: Banff Hotel Recommendations
I wanted to say thanks again for all the recommendations. I ended up choosing Tunnel Mountain - three great reviews here, great reviews on Expedia,...
I wanted to say thanks again for all the recommendations. I ended up choosing Tunnel Mountain - three great reviews here, great reviews on Expedia, plus even with taxes it was under $100 (which will make DH very, VERY happy, haha).
So excited for May now!
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2 negative tests but no sign of period.
Jesska, thanks for your post - reading that has made me feel calm for some reason. *Sigh* DH and I were going to start trying...
Jesska, thanks for your post - reading that has made me feel calm for some reason.
*Sigh* DH and I were going to start trying as of April 1 - I'm so sad that (if I'm not pregnant) my body is so screwed up right now, when we're finally getting ready to start TTC. So frustrating.
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2 negative tests but no sign of period.
When should I be testing during the day? ...
When should I be testing during the day?
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2 negative tests but no sign of period.
^^ That's what I keep thinking but I'm seriously going crazy, haha! I want to know FOR SURE one way or the other, none of...
^^ That's what I keep thinking but I'm seriously going crazy, haha! I want to know FOR SURE one way or the other, none of this limbo crap!!
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2 negative tests but no sign of period.
My first ever post in BB, holy smokes! Hopefully I'm posting in the right spot! I am currently 15 days late, have POAS twice, and...
My first ever post in BB, holy smokes! Hopefully I'm posting in the right spot!
I am currently 15 days late, have POAS twice, and they have both been negative.
Here is some background:
- My last period was from February 6 to 11
- I "should have" ovulated around the end of February/first couple days of March
- My period "should have" come around the 13th (ish) of March (I have a longer cycle, usually 35 days)
- we DTD on February 23, twice on March 3, as well as on March 10 and 18
- I POAS on March 19 (FRER) and again on March 26 (drugstore brand)
- No signs/symptoms that my period is coming anytime soon
I was SO sure I was pregnant, especially before I tested on the 26, so was really bummed out when it showed up as negative. Is there ANY chance that I could be pregnant, or is my body just out of whack? I'm not under any stress and I haven't changed my diet in any major way...
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Re: What are you doing with your tax return $$?
If we get anything back, I want to put in on our vehicle while DH wants to put it towards the front porch I want...
If we get anything back, I want to put in on our vehicle while DH wants to put it towards the front porch I want built this summer... it will probably just go into savings.
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Re: Do you keep something on your dining room table?
I have a five pronged (maybe not the right word!) candelabrathat DH found at Sally Ann's for 3 bucks. It sits on top of a...
I have a five pronged (maybe not the right word!) candelabrathat DH found at Sally Ann's for 3 bucks. It sits on top of a silvery cloth napkin (it was scratching our table).
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daisy cake pic x-post from toddler section
Wow, it looks amazing! Great job ...
Wow, it looks amazing! Great job
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Re: What colour to paint my bedroom?
I still say white - if you're not ready for white, I agree with stef26 about a really light grey. If you didn't want to...
I still say white - if you're not ready for white, I agree with stef26 about a really light grey.
If you didn't want to do a purple accent wall, you could use a darker grey behind the bed and then do a light grey on the remaining three walls and that would look lovely (I did this in my living room).
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Re: Is your home always 'company ready?'
I would say generally yes, it's company ready. To me, company ready is the house being mostly tidy. Kitchen countertops cleaned off, dishes put away,...
I would say generally yes, it's company ready. To me, company ready is the house being mostly tidy. Kitchen countertops cleaned off, dishes put away, dining and living room tables clear of magazines or papers, that sort of thing.
If I have fifteen minutes, I would give the floors a quick sweep and Swiffer and the furniture a quick Swiffer dusting (because of shedding dogs!). I would also wipe down the vanity and toilet.
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Re: Put an offer....
Congrats, that's so exciting!! ...
Congrats, that's so exciting!!
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