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Re: Goodbye WBs...For real
Goodbye to Weddingbells I suppose it is time to see you go. All the Moderators thank you for your hard and thankless work. Angie you...
Goodbye to Weddingbells I suppose it is time to see you go. All the Moderators thank you for your hard and thankless work. Angie you seem like a cool person sorry WB's couldn't have bounced back with new people.
I suppose Lauren B, Annonywife and I have something in common now. I also don't want my information out there either.
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4 year old still cries in the morning...help!
Unless there is another underlying problem. That is often just normal behavior. Especially if they stop crying as soon as you are gone....
Unless there is another underlying problem. That is often just normal behavior. Especially if they stop crying as soon as you are gone.
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Re: As stupid... bumping post counts
I don't know why I am commenting but 10,000? Really? That is a lot. Even with a word a post....
I don't know why I am commenting but 10,000? Really? That is a lot. Even with a word a post.
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I saw this wedding figurine on the Lego Website
I thought it was very cute. For the Lego lovers. Lego Wedding ...
I thought it was very cute. For the Lego lovers.
Lego Wedding
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Re: Wedding gown preservation
I think most offer it. Basically they clean it and either put it in a box or plastic cover. I think I paid over $100...
I think most offer it. Basically they clean it and either put it in a box or plastic cover. I think I paid over $100 and it ended up cleaned and in a plastic cover.
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Regressing potty training
I don't think potty training regression is that uncommon especially with younger kids. I think if you stick with what you are doing it will...
I don't think potty training regression is that uncommon especially with younger kids. I think if you stick with what you are doing it will work itself out.
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Re: Where is everyone?
I think there will always be a niche for a wedding forums simply because it is where brides come together to share many ideas. Wedding...
I think there will always be a niche for a wedding forums simply because it is where brides come together to share many ideas. Wedding Blogs are good but they usually only follow one person's ideas and I personally find most blogs get boring after a while. Most Blogs end up talking about the same things again and again. And blogs you usually can't ask for feedback on what people think of something that you want to do while on a wedding forum you get almost instant feedback.
I don't know if this forum will be successful again because WB sort of shot themselves in the foot with the last Admin. She is gone but now they are starting from nothing. When they started from nothing last time in 01 wedding forums were very new. It is very possible that they will build up again because somebody is always getting married but it will take time like last time.
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Re: Where is everyone?
Most people went to Buzzle but they don't really have a great wedding section. There is the old Frugal Bride and the Knot which was...
Most people went to Buzzle but they don't really have a great wedding section. There is the old Frugal Bride and the Knot which was American but haven't been on there in years. That is all I can think of.
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Re: Do you love your stove?? What kind is it?
We just have a Kenmore which we had for the last 4 years. We purchased a Kenmore because the salesperson at Sears gave us a...
We just have a Kenmore which we had for the last 4 years. We purchased a Kenmore because the salesperson at Sears gave us a price about $200 less than anybody else. The Kenmore has been a pretty good stove. The stove is somewhat of a boring purchase you figure what specifications you want then look for these specifications on different models at different stores and compare the price.
Oh it is a flat top too.
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Re: Invites
I don't think it takes long to get things printed so anywhere from 4 to 6 months seems about right to me. Something tells me...
I don't think it takes long to get things printed so anywhere from 4 to 6 months seems about right to me. Something tells me that Vistaprint has a lot of sales and there will be another sale closer to when you need things.
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Re: very tiny backyard design
OK, I got carried away about the sun and rain patterns. I'll stop....
OK, I got carried away about the sun and rain patterns. I'll stop.
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Re: We're featured as a Weddingbells' Real Wedding!
That is really cool. The WB weddings look pretty neat when I see them on the website....
That is really cool. The WB weddings look pretty neat when I see them on the website.
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Re: very tiny backyard design
I guess my concern with grass on the narrow is that if grass does not take than it will likely turn to mud. With children...
I guess my concern with grass on the narrow is that if grass does not take than it will likely turn to mud. With children I think you know what happens when there is mud.
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Re: very tiny backyard design
That looks awesome, but a few things. My picture of the narrow landscaping is on the NW side of the house and grass grows fine...
That looks awesome, but a few things. My picture of the narrow landscaping is on the NW side of the house and grass grows fine there as it gets the evening sun and lots of rain. In Alberta I find the rain generally comes from the West and it is just easier to keep grass nice on that side of the house particularly with eaves blocking the rain. My south side of the house is just washed rock because it is too hard to grow anything as it never rains on that side of the house. Same story with that lilac tree in the picture there is washed rock because grass does not grow under it.
My alternative for the narrow part of the house is just to keep the aggregate but have stepping stones amongst it. It would add more interest. Have the aggregate end when it gets wider than have grass. Oh and keep the narrow strip of vegetation (shrubs) regardless on how the grass grows shrubs are so much hardier than grass is.
Hope that helps.
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Re: very tiny backyard design
I just looked and saw you are up Fort McMurray which is zone 2. You could have Honeyberries or Gooseberries (which we have) provided it...
I just looked and saw you are up Fort McMurray which is zone 2. You could have Honeyberries or Gooseberries (which we have) provided it gets sun. I am not sure whether an apple tree would grow there.
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Re: very tiny backyard design
Personally I found it easier and cheaper to landscape a small yard then a big yard. How much sun do you get? I don't know...
Personally I found it easier and cheaper to landscape a small yard then a big yard. How much sun do you get? I don't know what zone you are in but a nice apple tree along the fence that will max out at 12 feet would work very well. I personally don't like the aggregate (too similar to the sidewalk) but I don't know well grass would grow if you took it out. The pictures are what we did with our small yard and narrow walkway.
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Re: RESP - who to go with? What did you do?
I went we initially went with CIBC because they were the only bank set up to do Alberta Government's $500 matching on contributions with RESPs....
I went we initially went with CIBC because they were the only bank set up to do Alberta Government's $500 matching on contributions with RESPs. After that it was just with our regular investments at our usual bank discount broker.
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Re: There's a new Admin in town
I was also thinking my 2002 wedding ideas of disposable cameras on the table, wedding cupcake tree cake, and a Wedding Favor CD (we didn't...
I was also thinking my 2002 wedding ideas of disposable cameras on the table, wedding cupcake tree cake, and a Wedding Favor CD (we didn't do it) wouldn't help the brides much of today. You need new blood.
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Re: There's a new Admin in town
I just wanted to say that, I agree with Nancy, I also hate going between boards CF and WB. That does needs to be more...
I just wanted to say that, I agree with Nancy, I also hate going between boards CF and WB. That does needs to be more seamless.
As for recruiting, believe it or not, this board was this dead in 2001. It just slowly built up over time as people are always getting married. It could happen again and I also agree that it will be new people who will make it happen. Not us oldtimers which by the way it will be 10 years for us on August 31.
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Re: New Here
Welcome ...
Welcome
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Re: Guys, I really need your help on this!
You mean the gumball machines? Personally I wouldn't have a wedding favor where you are stuck with 20 of them at the end of the...
You mean the gumball machines? Personally I wouldn't have a wedding favor where you are stuck with 20 of them at the end of the night because people don't want them.
As for keeping everything with the Beach Wedding theme I wouldn't worry if everything did not go together.
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Good down south resort for kids?
We stayed at a Paradisus in Cancn which has a kids club and it was OK. I don't think that particular one is around anymore...
We stayed at a Paradisus in Cancn which has a kids club and it was OK. I don't think that particular one is around anymore but that chain is still has kids clubs and babysitting for the young ones. I am not a resort person I am a rent a house near Legoland California sort of person.
There are also the obvious Disney and Beaches resorts which definitely provide a kids club and babysitting. I have also heard good things about Azul Sensatori in the Mayan Riveria. Hope that helps.
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Re: How do I get my account deleted?
Welcome! ...
Welcome!
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Re: How do I get my account deleted?
Sorry what I meant just write deleted in some of the posts. And if it is really that big of deal do it yourself. This...
Sorry what I meant just write deleted in some of the posts. And if it is really that big of deal do it yourself. This is a free service, FF does not get paid to do this, and she will get to this when she can.
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Re: How do I get my account deleted?
Honestly if the deletion is so important or there is a thread that you wrote that is bothering you why don't you delete it individually?...
Honestly if the deletion is so important or there is a thread that you wrote that is bothering you why don't you delete it individually? FF is busy and Admin should be fired. If it is so important than do it yourself.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
I will probably join there myself. ...
I will probably join there myself.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
I personally don't count daily activity in the challenge but I think the daily activity is important too. At least you were getting out there...
I personally don't count daily activity in the challenge but I think the daily activity is important too. At least you were getting out there and doing stuff even if it wasn't towards the goal. Holidays are just like that in terms of exercise. It is good to take a break from things too. Anyway, I will tabulate even thought the end of the month is not until the 31st.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
My big Sunday run 18 km and 145 minutes a wee bit slower than last week. My hip hurt a little in the middle of...
My big Sunday run 18 km and 145 minutes a wee bit slower than last week. My hip hurt a little in the middle of the run then it went away near the end. I think I was running too much on the side of the road giving the right of way to the triathletes who were running a half ironman today.
375 minutes for the week so far
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Re: July Workout Challenge
Tuesday 30 minute bike Wednesday 30 minute run Friday 30 minute run 60 + 140 = 230 minutes so far this week. ...
Tuesday 30 minute bike
Wednesday 30 minute run
Friday 30 minute run
60 + 140 = 230 minutes so far this week.
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Re: Resigning as a moderator
Thanks for putting in all the time and effort. I don't blame you guys. ...
Thanks for putting in all the time and effort. I don't blame you guys.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
Wow 1350 pavers!!! That is a lot of work I must say. Those are heavy. My last week was a bad week. I was to...
Wow 1350 pavers!!! That is a lot of work I must say. Those are heavy.
My last week was a bad week. I was to have lots of time to exercise because I had both kids in camp. But when I went to drop my son off at Science Camp there was nothing but Princess Preparatory camp at the location. As much as I wanted to drop my son off so I would have some time on my own I knew it wouldn't fly. So Science Camp is this week but my daughter is not in camp. I am still on track with the half marathon I just wanted a week to myself.
I started the new week off pretty well I ran 18 km in 140 minutes.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
I had a 30 minute run last night so I am now at 120 minutes for the week. ...
I had a 30 minute run last night so I am now at 120 minutes for the week.
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Re: Possible move to Calgary?
Where is work and how long do you want your commute to be? Do you plan on using the C train to get downtown? Sounds...
Where is work and how long do you want your commute to be? Do you plan on using the C train to get downtown?
Sounds like where you are right now is pretty good. Where I live is a 30 year old neighborhood (Woodbine) and I can walk for groceries or to the kids school.
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Short LP phase
I have a 21 day cycle and I got pregnant fairly quickly and with one try with the 2nd child. I hate being that regular...
I have a 21 day cycle and I got pregnant fairly quickly and with one try with the 2nd child. I hate being that regular however it seemed to have no impact on me getting pregnant. I think people who have irregular cycles have a much harder time having children. I remember my charting short cycles and I did appear to ovulate.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
You are still right on track for your goal. I ran 90 minutes tonight as I missed my long run yesterday as I was at...
You are still right on track for your goal.
I ran 90 minutes tonight as I missed my long run yesterday as I was at the Stampede.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
45 minute bike tonight 255 for the week. ...
45 minute bike tonight
255 for the week.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
Good for you with the power walking. Sunday 120 run Tuesday 30 run Wednesday 30 bike Thursday 30 run 210 minutes this week so far....
Good for you with the power walking.
Sunday 120 run
Tuesday 30 run
Wednesday 30 bike
Thursday 30 run
210 minutes this week so far. I was out in Kelowna for a few days and I did these workouts in the early morning to avoid the heat. It was 34 degress a lot of the days.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
I will be away for a few days and I don't know if I will get on here or not. ...
I will be away for a few days and I don't know if I will get on here or not.
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Re: How much would you give as gift?
I don't know why but I always find the answer depends on region. I find in Ontario people tend to give more I think it...
I don't know why but I always find the answer depends on region. I find in Ontario people tend to give more I think it is a cultural thing. Nothing wrong with it just an observation. If you are in the West $100 is fantastic.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
Wednesday 30 minute run Thursday 30 minute run 120 + 60 = 180 minutes for the week. ...
Wednesday 30 minute run
Thursday 30 minute run
120 + 60 = 180 minutes for the week.
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Organizing kids shoes
I have the majority of them packed away in a storage bin. I only have out one or two pairs of the current shoes they...
I have the majority of them packed away in a storage bin. I only have out one or two pairs of the current shoes they are using. I may also have a pair of seasonal rubber boots in the closet also.
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Re: July Workout Challenge
I am running the Edmonton Half on August 19 and I am right on schedule with training. Long Distance Training in the summer is something...
I am running the Edmonton Half on August 19 and I am right on schedule with training. Long Distance Training in the summer is something I haven't done in a long time. I seem to usually run in the spring or fall. Oh I ran with a GPS and I really did 16km on Sunday and it took 120 minutes.
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Are we on the right track? (Potty training)
I see nothing wrong with starting early. I didn't with my first and I regretted it. With my 2nd we started earlier (same time as...
I see nothing wrong with starting early. I didn't with my first and I regretted it. With my 2nd we started earlier (same time as you) and the 2nd potty trained easier than the 1st. However, I wouldn't expect results.
With my 1st we waited until the child was ready except they were never ready and they liked diapers and what a power struggle we had. It kills me that the 1st was peeing on the potty at the dayhome at 18 months, yet, was 4 years old when he potty trained. All because I didn't keep at the potty with him.
Seems to me there is a window at 18 months where the child can be talked into things much easier. I found that and with my 2nd although she didn't potty train early, she had postive thoughts of the potty, because we started early. That potty was the most wonderful thing to my 2nd and kids who used it were amazing. Much easier with her.
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Re: June Workout Challenge - Post Your Goal!
Serving is a lot of work I can see why you had trouble with the goal. 790 minutes is still a lot of exercise if...
Serving is a lot of work I can see why you had trouble with the goal. 790 minutes is still a lot of exercise if you ask me. I didn't get anywhere near 790 minutes until recently in these fitness challenges. Oh and I will take over the thread.
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July Workout Challenge
If anybody is interested in the month of July you are welcome to join. I think I will have a goal of 900 minutes again....
If anybody is interested in the month of July you are welcome to join. I think I will have a goal of 900 minutes again. I am still training for a half marathon but we will be going on holidays.
Gnome
Goal 900
July 7 - 180
July 14 - 255
July 21 - 140
July 31 - 375
total to date - 950
Musique
Goal 800
July 7 - 210
July 14 -175
July 21 - 225
July 31 - 0
total to date - 610
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Re: June Workout Challenge - Post Your Goal!
Last day and I got a 35 minute bike ride on a real bike with clipless pedals. I can't remember the last time I was...
Last day and I got a 35 minute bike ride on a real bike with clipless pedals. I can't remember the last time I was on the bike. I might of went last year but I can't remember.
Anyway 185 + 35 = 22 for this week. And I am up for a July Workout Challenge although I might be alone on that.
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Re: Another celebrity divorce
I always thought they were an odd couple. I wonder when the other scientology couples will beak up like John Travotta and Will Smith. ...
I always thought they were an odd couple. I wonder when the other scientology couples will beak up like John Travotta and Will Smith.
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Re: June Workout Challenge - Post Your Goal!
115 + 30 minute run = 145 for the week. And I think I met my June goal. And add another 40 minute run so...
115 + 30 minute run = 145 for the week. And I think I met my June goal.
And add another 40 minute run so 185 for the week.
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Re: Diet Pills or metabolism booster suggestions?
I suggested My Fitness Pal because what I thought I eat and what I ate when I tracked were two different things. And I wasn't...
I suggested My Fitness Pal because what I thought I eat and what I ate when I tracked were two different things. And I wasn't making horrible choices just that I missed better choices. If you already have had your thyroid checked than I am not sure what is up. Are you already close to a healthy weight? If you are looking for supplements than try a health food store or vitamin store.
Another thing to maximize calories burned when you run you should run intervals once a week. It is much more effective calorie burner than the long slow workout. I have that problem myself I prefer long slow workouts over hard short intense workouts.
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Re: Diet Pills or metabolism booster suggestions?
Before doing anything, have you tracked what you eat and exercised even for a few days on My Fitness Pal. Because I have the same...
Before doing anything, have you tracked what you eat and exercised even for a few days on My Fitness Pal. Because I have the same problem as you but on documenting what I eat I realized I was grazing, during the day, on fatty food during which I didn't do before kids. Somehow between kids I lost my way with healty eating which wasn't a problem before. I eat to the same amount of fullness but I think I have been picking less healthy things. Hence why I am heavier despite running half marathons. I am now eating fresh fruit in place of the semi healthy calorie heavy snacks. It was something I didn't realise I was even doing until I documented it.
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