ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
CanadaGrey cup
Thanks for the updates Scott! We were too cheap to pay for it and are currently watching the Bears game, lol.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-11-25 19:36:00
CanadaIt's that time of year again...
Yay! Happy Birthday!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-11-27 13:55:00
Canada(S)he's sooooo Canadian. :P
QUOTE (flames9 @ Dec 3 2007, 06:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I love the cold,lol!! One can always make themselves warmer when its cold outside, but if its super hot, not much u can do (if ya dont have AC)
Things go crazy here in the DC area if one gets a bit of snow! I'm amazed on how a bit of the white stuff shuts everything down!! I missed only ONE day of school in Sk due to weather, and even then the classes were not canceled, i just missed the bus, and mom didnt feel like driving,lol


I actually heard a forecast for flurries on Wednesday, Scott. So run and get your milk and toilet paper while you still have a chance! laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-03 11:23:00
CanadaI know where misa is....
True dat.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-05 14:09:00
CanadaI'm going to see the LEAFS!
QUOTE (Sprailenes @ Dec 6 2007, 01:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I can respect that.

You know what I dislike? How some leafs fans jump ship...last year for example.

You can't be a leafs fan and jump to the enemies ship when all else fails. You either are a leafs fan or you aren't.


good.gif

The Islanders and I were born about the same time. My parents used to put my crib in front of the TV so I could watch the games. laughing.gif So I have a feeling I will be an Isles fan until I die. Which may be the next time they win a Cup!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-06 13:49:00
CanadaI'm going to see the LEAFS!
Coincidentally I just received this joke email:

I just wanted to give you a warning that if you are heading up toward the Toronto area on the 401 highway this week.
The Ontario Provincial Police are cracking down on speeders.

For the first offence they are giving two tickets to the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey game.
If you are stopped the second time they make you use them!!!!

j/k! Yeah, the Caps suck but as long as they are not playing the Islanders I will root for them. At least they seem to be doing a bit better with the new coach.

Edited by derekkj, 06 December 2007 - 01:16 PM.

derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-06 13:16:00
CanadaVA Drivers license!!!!!!
Silly Scott! Derek and I were just at the DMV ourselves renewing his license with his 751 letter. I was braced for the worse and....nothing bad happened. They didn't even blink an eye, renewed his license for another year and we were out within an hour. Of course we have to back next year and do it all over again, sigh.

As for a renewal notice, I don't remember getting one when mine expired last year so I wonder how often they actually go out.

Quite honestly I don't really understand why they don't accept expired licenses for things like the ABC Store, etc. I mean it's not like you have gotten any younger!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-11 13:59:00
CanadaWhat are you guys doing for American income taxes?
Just thinking about taxes gives me a headache! Last year's was a bit a of a nightmare since D had Canadian income earned in Canada, Canadian income earned in the US and US income earned in the US. Long story short, we hired an accountant. Who still has not billed us almost a year later. But that's another story. whistling.gif

Anyway, here is a link to another forum that specializes in US/CA tax issues. I have found it very helpful and at the very least someone there might be able to help out.

http://forums.serbinski.com/
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-11 13:53:00
CanadaJust in case....
QUOTE (~Laura and Nick~ @ Dec 12 2007, 11:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
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Is it bad that when I first saw this I thought it said WHISKY Set? Or just a sign that I am ready for the weekend? laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-13 11:01:00
CanadaCar insurance
I have Electric Insurance which has been pretty good though I am bit pissed that they raised our rates this year. No accidents but a speeding ticket a few years back which might be the culprit. whistling.gif Anway, we have a yearly policy and pay monthly but I know a few places (I think Progressive) which offers a lower rate if you can pay all at once. We have 2 cars and I think we are carrying a $100,000/$300,000 policy with either $250 or $500 deductibles depending on the car for less than $75 a month. And I have been meaning to call and see if we can switch over our Renter's Insurance from State Farm and see if that lowers our rates a bit.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-17 14:05:00
CanadaAnyone in Montreal?
Hey, thanks for the links Spirit! Yeah, that's pretty much what the MIL said. Unfortunately they live on one of those side streets and only have one garage spot. Otherwise it's onstreet parking which apparently is non-existant right now.

QUOTE (SpiritAlight @ Dec 20 2007, 11:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
And remember, everyone that has been raised here thinks they are Jacques Villeneuve.
Ha!


laughing.gif I thought DC drivers were bad and NY drivers were aggressive but then I visited Montreal where they are bad AND aggressive. Derek used to make fun of me, saying how much road rage I had while driving. But the first time I went to Montreal, he got into an argument with some other driver. He had one hand on the horn, one finger out the window and was yelling like a banshee. In French of course. I just cracked up!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-20 11:28:00
CanadaAnyone in Montreal?
Derek and I are supposed to drive up to Montreal on Saturday, spend a few days there and then head to my Mom's in Vermont to spend a few days and then drive back to DC. But on Tuesday I spoke with my mother-in-law and she says that Montreal is still snowed under, that the streets and sidewalks are a mess, that there is no parking and for our own safety she doesn't think we should come unless the situation improves. crying.gif

And then this morning I read IR5's report on driving through the storm in a Yaris and somebody else who also said the city still hasn't plowed. What's up with that, btw? I mean I expect an inch of snow to paralyze DC for a week or so, but Montreal?! My Mom is only about 2 hours south near Burlington, VT, which got just as much snow and is completely fine. So we may just end up going to my Mom's first, spending a few days and then borrowing her car with 4 wheel drive and snow tires for a day trip up to Montreal.

But in the meantime, anyone currently in Montreal? How's it looking?
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-20 11:04:00
CanadaThis CDN Craigs List Ad Cracked Me Up
I think I just wet myself. laughing.gif

I confess I made Derek take me to Canadian Tire the last time we were in Montreal. Maybe it's just a guy thing, but I wasn't really impressed. Although I have never seen so much hockey gear in one place in my life. tongue.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-20 12:51:00
CanadaBest of Luck SpiritAlight
Yay! Congrats!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-21 14:25:00
CanadaAnyone going to Montreal in the next few days . .
Yup, still raining here at about 9pm. But I was pleasantly surprised yesterday when we arrived that the main streets in the burbs were all very clear. The block that D's parent's live on was another story but even that wasn't too bad. Basically huge mounds of snow all over the place and parking has gotten a bit creative.

Here's hoping that the rain tonight doesn't turn to ice overnight. We are planning on driving down to Vermont late morning and are keeping fingers crossed that the road conditions are as good as when we arrived on Saturday.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-23 21:28:00
CanadaOutdor NHL game now on NBC
QUOTE (Cassie @ Jan 1 2008, 02:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
the throw-back uniforms crack me up -- Pittsburgh--powder blue---really???????? laughing.gif


Was thinking the same thing. At the very least couldn't they just *call* it light blue?

Just love the goaltender wearing a touk. smile.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-01 15:47:00
CanadaBanking in Canada - Please leave in Cdn. Forum, Thanks
Derek still has his RBC account, VISA and a line of credit and for the 2 years that he has been here they have not had a problem with his address being in the US. So I would think that they really just want to verify your address, not trying to close your accounts. Like you, that VISA comes in handy when we go back to Montreal!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-31 10:48:00
CanadaWhat do I need for a VA state ID.
Yeah, I don't remember Wachovia asking Derek for much when we added him to my account either. But I think he already had his SSN card and VA driver's license so who knows. As Scott said, all banks are different.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-06 19:34:00
CanadaWorld Junior Hockey
Great. I just know that the taunting tonight is going to be unbearable!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-04 16:44:00
CanadaWorld Junior Hockey
QUOTE (KiminON @ Jan 4 2008, 03:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
4-0 with 12 to go now.

is it awful that i would have been ill if the americans beat us?


laughing.gif No, but I am feeling a little sick myself right now.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-04 15:56:00
CanadaWorld Junior Hockey
Update - D just called all gleeful because Canada is beating the US 2-0 in the first period.

Pull yourself together US!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-04 15:54:00
CanadaFor the bride that can't decide on the cake....
Not a big fan of the dress either. But I guess it is her day after all. laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-08 10:13:00
CanadaYour first post - what was it?
My first post is no longer around. I am probably thankful for that. whistling.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-09 13:51:00
CanadaAnyone in the DC Area Looking for a Job?
QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 11 2008, 06:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
http://tsn.ca/nhl/ne...226952&hubname=

Thats a lot of $$$$$. Hopefully they bring in some other players to support him!!


ohmy.gif I had heard rumors that he was thinking of going to Montreal. Guess not!

And I just got the following from Connect2Canada:

Washington Capitals Honour
Canada's Troops on January 17, 2008

For the first time ever, an American NHL Team will pay tribute to Canada's sailors,
soldiers and Air Force personnel.

The Washington Capitals will salute the Canadian Forces (CF) on Thursday, January 17, when they play the Edmonton Oilers. Members of the army garrison in Edmonton will carry the National Flags and members of the CF will be recognized during the game.

Canadian military members will be easily recognized as they will be in various Canadian Forces uniforms.

Come cheer your favourite team and help honour Canada's troops. 10,000 attendees will receive a commemorative puck at the end of the game.

To order tickets, go to the Washington Capitals-Connect2Canada site, where you can receive exclusive offers for all Caps home games against teams from Canada. Save $15 on lower level and upper level seating. To obtain a block of seats have one person order all your tickets.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-11 09:59:00
CanadaAnyone in the DC Area Looking for a Job?
QUOTE
Sales & Marketing: Game Presentation/ Operations

Mascot Handler - Washington Capitals (Washington, DC)

The NHL Washington Capitals are looking for an outgoing, friendly person to accompany the Capitals mascot throughout games, as well as on select community appearances. Must be available to work all Capitals home games (most games start at 7:00 pm and handler must be at the arena 2 hours prior to the game). Duties will include ensuring mascot stays on schedule during games and events, assisting mascot with interaction with the fans, and being the mascot's "eyes and ears". Must be comfortable interacting as well as organizing large groups of fans.

Note: When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions:

1. Are you available to work all Caps home games?

2. Are you available to be at the arena 2 hours before each game?


Apply for this position

Click here to see all of our employment opportunities.

http://hockeyjobs.nh...k/r.cfm?i=16525


I am not sure they could pay me enough to sit through every Caps home game...
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-08 10:16:00
CanadaRenewing Passport
Dear Mr. Minister,

I'm in the process of renewing my passport, and still cannot believe
this. How is it that Radio Shack has my address and telephone number
and knows that I bought a t.v. cable from them back in 1997, and yet,
the Federal Government is still asking me where I was born and on
what date. For Christ sakes, do you guys do this by hand?

My birth date you have on my social insurance card, and it is on all
the income tax forms I've filed for the past 30 years. It is on my
health insurance card, my driver's license, on the last eight goddamn
passports I've had, on all those stupid customs declaration forms I've
had to fill out before being allowed off the planes over the last 30
years, and all those insufferable census forms that are done at election
times.

Would somebody please take note, once and for all, that my mother's
name is Maryanne, my father's name is Robert and I'd be absolutely
astounded if that ever changed between now and when I die!
I apologize, Mr. Minister. I'm really pissed off this morning.
Between you an' me, I've had enough of this bull$sh!t! You send the
application to my house, then you ask me for my @#&in' address.
What is going on? You have a gang of Neanderthals a$$holes workin'
there!

Look at my damn picture. Do I look like Bin Laden? I don't want to
dig up Yasser Arafat, for $hit sakes. I just want to go and park my
a$$ on a sandy beach. And would someone please tell me, why would you give a sh!t
whether I plan on visiting a farm in the next 15 days? If I ever got the
urge to do something weird to a chicken or a goat, believe you me, I'd
sure as hell not want to tell anyone!

Well, I have to go now, 'cause I have to go to the other end of the
city and get another @#%in copy of my birth certificate, to the tune
of $60! Would it be so complicated to have all the services in the
same spot to assist in the issuance of a new passport the same day??
Nooooo, that'd be too damn easy and maybe make sense. You'd rather
have us running all over the @#%in' place like chickens with our
heads cut off, leaving a big carbon footprint,then find some a$$hole
to confirm that it's really me on the goddamn picture - you know, the
one where we're not allowed to smile?! (@#%in morons) Hey, you know
why we can't smile? We're totally pissed off!

Signed - An Irate @#%ing Canadian Citizen.

P.S. Remember what I said above about the picture and getting someone
to confirm that it's me? Well, my family has been in this country
since 1776 when one of my forefathers took up arms against the
Americans. I have served in the military for something over 30 years
and have had security clearances up the yingyang. I was aide de
camp to the lieutenant governor of our province for ten years and I
have been doing volunteer work for the RCMP for about five years.
However, I have to get someone 'important' to verify who I am - you
know, someone like my doctor WHO WAS BORN AND RAISED IN
COMMUNIST @#%ing CHINA !!!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-14 15:56:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (Krikit @ Jan 11 2008, 04:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (derekkj @ Jan 11 2008, 04:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good to know they exist there just in case Derek and I end up in Canada! good.gif

#######, now I am craving an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese.

Mmmmmm. Toasted everything bagel (Canadian) with herb & garlic cream cheese and a medium coffee with half a cream and one sugar from the Horton's. Mmmmmmm.


You are completely killing me!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-11 16:48:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (Krikit @ Jan 11 2008, 03:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (derekkj @ Jan 11 2008, 10:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey, out of curiosity, are there Everything Bagels in Montreal? My in-laws seemed mystified by the concept but they don't seem to stray much from poppy and sesame seed.

Mmmmm. Canadian everything bagels. They don't taste the same down here so I've boycotted them. sad.gif


Good to know they exist there just in case Derek and I end up in Canada! good.gif

#######, now I am craving an everything bagel with veggie cream cheese.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-11 16:40:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
Hey, out of curiosity, are there Everything Bagels in Montreal? My in-laws seemed mystified by the concept but they don't seem to stray much from poppy and sesame seed.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-11 10:06:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 10 2008, 10:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Better than a dunkin bagel????


headbonk.gif That, sir, is no bagel. If push comes to shove and I *have* to have a bagel, I go to the Georgetown bagelry on M Street. They have OK pizza too.

Can you tell I am a bagel snob? laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-10 11:11:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (MissStacey @ Jan 10 2008, 10:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (derekkj @ Jan 10 2008, 09:03 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Indeed. My in-laws sounded much like yours at first CBR. In fact when I first met the family my French Canadian sister-in-law (married to my husband's brother) told me how glad that she was that I was in the family. And just when I was starting to feel all gooey inside she continued and said that it was because while my husband's family hates French Canadians they hate Americans more. laughing.gif Now they don't really hate French Canadians, although there is a lot of good natured bantering that goes on back and forth. But they were some, shall we say lively, discussions about our respective nations when I first got to know them. There were some misconceptions on both sides that have been ironed out in the 2 years that I have been part of the family. And quite honestly some of the things that didn't impress me about Canada or didn't impress them about the US were things that we all could agree on. So now it's mostly good natured bantering about whether Montreal or NYC has better bagels (NYC of course) and yes, it really does suck having an idiot running your country. whistling.gif

So give your in-laws some time CBR. Hopefully they will evenutally come around too.

Montreal has better bagels.



laughing.gif Never! I will admit that they are better that what you can find in Washington, DC. But that's not hard. tongue.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-10 10:33:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
Indeed. My in-laws sounded much like yours at first CBR. In fact when I first met the family my French Canadian sister-in-law (married to my husband's brother) told me how glad that she was that I was in the family. And just when I was starting to feel all gooey inside she continued and said that it was because while my husband's family hates French Canadians they hate Americans more. laughing.gif Now they don't really hate French Canadians, although there is a lot of good natured bantering that goes on back and forth. But they were some, shall we say lively, discussions about our respective nations when I first got to know them. There were some misconceptions on both sides that have been ironed out in the 2 years that I have been part of the family. And quite honestly some of the things that didn't impress me about Canada or didn't impress them about the US were things that we all could agree on. So now it's mostly good natured bantering about whether Montreal or NYC has better bagels (NYC of course) and yes, it really does suck having an idiot running your country. whistling.gif

So give your in-laws some time CBR. Hopefully they will evenutally come around too.
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-10 10:03:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (Krikit @ Jan 9 2008, 11:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (derekkj @ Jan 9 2008, 11:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Not to derail this thread too much, but Scott when you had your biometrics done was it was out in BF Virginia? Like near Mt. Vernon on Richmond Highway?


I think you just did. laughing.gif

QUOTE (trailmix @ Jan 9 2008, 11:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Wow this is hugely off topic so:

Did you try the ketchup in Penang?


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Sorry to lazy to PM. blush.gif

And Trailmix, that actually made me snark my water. laughing.gif


QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 9 2008, 11:54 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
yep, I believe it was!! Was in and out in no time!! Spouses were not allowed, due to lack of space, no cell phones and ENSURE you fill out the whole form!! I was like 5 or 6th in line, but the people in front of me didnt fill out the whole form, and the lady you hand it to, just sends you out of the line to finish it,lol!! The procedure is this:
1)walk in
2) u come to the first desk, show ur appt letter, he hands you the form to fill out
3)fill out form
4) get inline to hand in form
5) they wil ltake the form, and hand u a #
6) # is called
7) get off ### and walk towards the dude that called ur #
8) Take ur pics and fingerprints
9) depart!!

I was in and out in less than 30 minutes!!


Thanks! D's appointment is tomorrow. He's making me drive because he is convinced he is going to get lost. But I will bring a book and hope for another warm day!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-09 11:57:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 9 2008, 11:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm sure there is hockey somewhere!! I think it was in Penang Malaysia, they had a huge hockey rink in a mall!! And yes i know Penang isnt in S. America!!!


Ice hockey or roller? Of course in Dubai they have that huge indoor downhill ski "mountain" so I guess anything is possible.

Not to derail this thread too much, but Scott when you had your biometrics done was it was out in BF Virginia? Like near Mt. Vernon on Richmond Highway?
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-09 11:49:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (Reba @ Jan 9 2008, 10:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
the same could be said if a couple who are both American but one is from Washington and the other is from Florida get together and decide for whatever reason to live in Florida. Completely different cultures, different weather, different people, and different foods. Perhaps one is better than the other, perhaps not. But to the person from Washington, EVERYTHING in Florida is just going to be weird and feel like it doesn't fit right for a good long while.


Ain't that the truth. And it doesn't even have to be a couple. I moved by myself from NY to Virginia over 10 years ago and still miss bagels, Chinese food and pizza, sigh. Doesn't mean I don't like VA. In fact when I go back to NY, I b!tch about having to pay to go to museums, the lack of decent biking/hiking trails and how hectic it all is.

QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 9 2008, 10:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ya was good that my smiley face thingy didn't work! He was giving the 1 finger salute,lol


laughing.gif Now that's not a very Canadian response! whistling.gif

But do they have hockey in South America?

And Carla, don't go! crying.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-09 11:41:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (flames9 @ Jan 8 2008, 07:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I dont like our tap water!! Its ok, but prefer to use the Brita or bottle water!!


Yeah, DC/Northern VA water does suck, doesn't it? But as with everything else it all depends on where you are in the states. Believe it or not NYC has great water and I miss it! Legend has it that the water is why the bagels are so good too. laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-08 10:10:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
QUOTE (flames9 @ Dec 29 2007, 09:14 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I had my fill of Tims over Xmas holidays in Stoon. Had my first (and last) tims at Pearson Airport in Toronto, and wasnt impressed!! Coffee tasted different. Tasted great in Stoon though. My friend in Calgary swears they have changed the "recipe" and no longer drinks it.

If anyone cares, the entering the Canada--and re-entering the USA was a breeze. The USA dude never even spoke to my wife and I!! We handed him our passports and my greencard, he immediately returned my cdn passport (never looked in it), stamped our customs card and that was it, not a single word,lol

And it is a sad day, the Dunkin donuts by my place is closing dec 31st!! My waist will be happy, but I do feel bad for the workers, they are such a nice bunch!


Our return from Quebec was also a breeze. We were a little nervous traveling with the I751 doc extending his greencard for a year. But like your guy, ours took our passport and doc, never bothered to look at them, never made eye contact, never asked any questions and just handed everything back and said OK. Both of us were a bit unsure if we could just drive off with so little interaction so D hesitated a bit and the guy said, "You can go now" so we did! laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-31 10:53:00
CanadaWhat the heck did they do to the Heinz Ketchup???
When we come back from Canada our car is usually loaded with HP Sauce, Cadbury, Kraft Mac n Cheese, etc. for us and other expat Canadians in DC.

But what's really funny is that when we go to Canada our car is loaded with what his mum can't get in Montreal, namely Oven Fry, Burgandy, and Golden Mushroom soup. Guess we have our own little trade route! laughing.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2007-12-20 12:55:00
CanadaTons of Best Wishes bradcanuck!
Yay! Congrats!
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-11 14:22:00
CanadaPoutine, MTL Smoked Meat, and any other Montreal tips
I hear the bagels are also good in Montreal. tongue.gif
derekkjNot TellingCanada2008-01-20 22:53:00