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Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 28th 2017, 5:21 pm
Replies: 93
Views: 8,407
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Costco

From what I understand from a blog update, the lady had to have her brother fill in while she went away. He is obviously plant challenged. Those hosta are mighty frilly and prickly.

Yeah, Manitoba...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 26th 2017, 3:04 am
Replies: 93
Views: 8,407
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Costco

Eastern Canada Costco unadvertised sales here as well on this blog. I have no affiliation and do not know this person. I just discovered this on a blog and it's also on Facebook. I look forward to it...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 26th 2017, 2:52 am
Replies: 93
Views: 8,407
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Costco

There are the usual coupons, then if you keep scrolling or clicking on the weekly western Costco link, this lady goes every Monday to Costco and posts the unadvertised sales she spots down every...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 26th 2017, 1:52 am
Replies: 93
Views: 8,407
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Costco

If you live in Western Canada (no, not me...I don't own the blog). If you are a fan, whomever this wonderful anonyblogger person is will go to Costco every Monday morning since 2011 and go down every...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Apr 3rd 2014, 5:03 am
Replies: 5
Views: 413
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Chris Hadfield - Canadian Astronaut and David Bowie

Who could not like this Canadian, Chris Hadfield who was instrumental and jovial about space travel?

He plays guitar and sings while in outer space. This is his voice and guitar.

I'm not sure...
Forum: Canada
Mar 3rd 2014, 7:34 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,155
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: heip with a job in canada

There are job opportunities for truck driving in Manitoba, Canada. If I can be of any assistance, please let me know.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Oct 19th 2012, 5:39 am
Replies: 6
Views: 782
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

British Music...Now and Then?

From a Canuck

The BEATLES of course...too many to mention!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U6tV11acSRk

And: ELO - Jeff Lynne
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZB-DUCrhVQ

Robbie Williams...
Forum: Canada
Oct 4th 2012, 12:42 am
Replies: 25
Views: 1,957
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: thanks giving? what does the average canadian do?

Lol... HELP! The Duggers are growing by the second.

2.5 is enough for me!

And I take back the turtleneck comment. Haha! MandyMoo!

Jeezuz I love British humour...:thumbsup:
Forum: Canada
Oct 3rd 2012, 6:35 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 1,957
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: thanks giving? what does the average canadian do?

I am working on a Reality show...
Forum: Canada
Oct 3rd 2012, 6:20 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 1,957
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: thanks giving? what does the average canadian do?

I'm an average Canadian with an average Canadian family. Thanksgiving is basically having an appreciation for the Fall Harvest bounty.

We give thanks for food and family, outfit ouselves in...
Forum: Canada
Jul 11th 2012, 4:50 am
Replies: 5
Views: 1,368
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Using a realtor to find rental property in toronto - fees

Russ, speaking as a Realtor, we concentrate on buyers and not renters. Selling is our business and rentals are not.

I hope you have the best of luck in finding a rental property in Toronto. :) I'm...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 13th 2012, 6:04 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

Thanks, Curleytops.

I tend to be an overthinker at times (:eek:) and wished for a proper technique, but I have now lowered my lofty goals to meet my need to get the darned things made.

For...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 13th 2012, 4:04 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

My Bowl was cold, my fats were nicely frozen and grated, water icy cold, my hands were cold - I even chilled the flour! :huh:. The first time I made it quickly by hand and the second attempt, I used...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
Jun 13th 2012, 3:00 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

Just an update. My Pasty 'Pastry' is just consistently miserable. I ended up buying Tenderflake frozen pie shells to use, but the dough is too flimsy and doesn't have the strength to hold the hearty...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 10:05 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

The British accent is so nice. Love it!:)
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 7:56 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

Don't forget - In Canada, Hemi can be misconstrued as a short form of a hemmorhoid, that vascular structure in the anal canal which helps with stool control.

On a brighter note, it's also known as...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 7:35 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,503
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: DIY Central Alberta

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Or an old, well intended retired carmudgeon wishing to 'keep busy' in his golden years.

"Can I help you?" (This is a first - no...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 6:59 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

They're likely hearing "Boe-bie".

I'd tell them the dog's name is simply 'Hardware'.

When they ask you why you named your dog Hardware?

Tell them when you swat him on the butt, he makes a...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 6:49 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

I know 2 Grahams and a Graeme.

I hope Gray-em has been ok all of these years. :ohmy:
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 6:46 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

I'm dead serious about gay-radge. Lol. I suppose I may have said the American garage is pronounced with a long "A", but this sounded more interesting. Haha.
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 6:25 pm
Replies: 110
Views: 10,339
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: Pronunciation difficulties

Gulp. My Canadian Worcestershire is 'Wor-sure-sure'. I'd better brush up!

Americans say FOYERRRR, where we say FOY-Yay, for a home entrance.
They say Trash to our garbage.
Their Aunt (ant) is an...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 5:17 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

There is just so much joy in devouring someone elses cooking, and everything ALWAYS tastes better that way. Don't beat yourself up too much!

Note to self: Make a fried egg and tomato toasted...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 30th 2012, 3:42 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

THAT'S perfect wording, Piff Poff. The snotty bits.

For poached, I really, really want one of these little jobbies. How cute are these? Of course, being Canada there is one review that's not...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 29th 2012, 8:07 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

Just how do you wish your personal preferences to be on your perfect egg frying mission, If1?

I cannot stand a runny yolk, personally...I like mine turned and well done, smashed to bits and...
Forum: The Maple Leaf
May 27th 2012, 9:03 pm
Replies: 37
Views: 7,049
Posted By FriendlyManitoba

Re: British Recipes..tried and true?

This sounds like such a terrific recipe, Greenhill! I must say, I like the manly/girly spicy balance. It sounds simply delicious! I should check to see if I can get these ingredients in our small...
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