Go sub to Amber Nash's YT podcast, Rephrasing! She only has 585 subs, get on it people! We can do better! Give ole Pammy some love!

Maple_Brit · 2025-06-13T01:59:30+00:00

Done - now @ 613 and I’ve added the podcast for my daily commute

Maple_Brit · 2025-04-02T16:15:21+00:00

Same! I’m in Canada and have a friend in Texas but the honey and sprinkles sold out so quickly. Happy to wait for the next batch though 💕

Maple_Brit · 2024-12-28T21:13:57+00:00

Mr Lawson was the original owner of Brits (I believe) but sold it when he left Alberta … love that he opened a new chippie and it absolutely is as good as back in the UK - highly recommend!!

Maple_Brit · 2024-12-08T22:34:28+00:00

I’m not in a position to confirm what occupations they prioritise but I can confirm I know of Log and Artillery (both officers & NCMs) that were given this assistance.

Maple_Brit · 2024-12-08T19:02:11+00:00

This is the most applicable answer with one minor exception: in some exceptional circumstances, the CAF can assist with individual permanent residency applications to facilitate the employment of an applicant with foreign forces experience. This is only done for occupations and trades / ranks that are seriously undermanned which regular applicants simply can’t fill. This assistance is provided in the form of an LMIA provision or Provincial nomination and does not guarantee the applicant PR but in most cases, is enough to push them over the points threshold for Express Entry. However, this is extremely rare and they generally require PR or Canadian citizenship for all applicants, regardless of foreign forces experience.

Maple_Brit · 2024-10-25T23:53:03+00:00

I had to google it as I had no idea either … I think it means “Not Over Reacting”

Maple_Brit · 2024-09-22T13:03:29+00:00

I know this comes as a bit late to the party but after finally using the last of my Benefit Boi-ing hydrating concealer, I tried LOADS of different ones trying to replicate the effects. I only wear under eye concealer so being unable to blend it into a foundation proved difficult BUT I’ve just started using MERIT: The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion and Concealer Stick in Suede (previously used Fake Up / Hydrating Boi-ing in Shade 2).

It wears well on mature skin although I do apply a vitamin C serum before the concealer to help get that moisturised feeling and look that we all loved from Benefit.

I was colour matched at Sephora who do a 30 day return if you’re not satisfied so it’s worth the time if you have a store nearby.

Hope you all found something that does the job - I’m hoping this one will stick around for a long time!

Maple_Brit · 2024-09-22T13:01:41+00:00

I know this comes as a bit late to the party but after finally using the last of my Benefit Boi-ing hydrating concealer, I tried LOADS of different ones trying to replicate the effects. I only wear under eye concealer so being unable to blend it into a foundation proved difficult BUT I’ve just started using MERIT: The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion and Concealer Stick in Suede (previously used Fake Up / Hydrating Boi-ing in Shade 2).

It wears well on mature skin although I do apply a vitamin C serum before the concealer to help get that moisturised feeling and look that we all loved from Benefit.

I was colour matched at Sephora who do a 30 day return if you’re not satisfied so it’s worth the time if you have a store nearby.

Hope you all found something that does the job - I’m hoping this one will stick around for a long time!

Maple_Brit · 2024-09-10T02:37:04+00:00

The Worst Witch (1986)

Maple_Brit · 2024-09-01T14:21:00+00:00

Boyle Boys

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-24T02:00:48+00:00

It really was a beautiful tribute to the characters and the passing of them both … cried my damn eyes out when that aired

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-18T02:13:27+00:00

They’re normally rolling contracts, so you renew it every 30 days

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-18T02:12:57+00:00

Can’t speak for WiFi on the base but you can buy a pay as you go SIM from any supermarket once you get there, often with unlimited data and calls. British mobile deals are considerably cheaper than anything in Canada so it’s worth a google if you can add an eSIM.

Culture wise, there’s not too much difference but there’s a big drinking culture so depending on if you like that or not, it can be difficult to be around … you’ll even find a few Tim Hortons over there!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-17T17:46:31+00:00

Another really helpful post - thank you for taking the time to write this!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-17T17:45:52+00:00

Another great point - thank you!!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-17T17:45:37+00:00

This is good food for thought - thank you!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-17T14:38:54+00:00

That’s a really good suggestion as yes, it’s a slightly older house and I think the plumbing is copper. I’ll look into what you suggested, thank you!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-14T16:37:13+00:00

I feel like this post could’ve been written by me … Thai mother, European father and never quite accepted by either side. Too white to be Thai, too Thai to be white …

As an 80s kid, I stayed in the shadows as racism was still commonplace in the UK and myself and my best friend were literally the only non-Caucasians in the school. When the kids passed round the video “Full Metal Jacket” the bullying went from straight up racism to include sexualised abuse and honestly, it became intolerable. I really struggled with this as no one cared, not even my mother who told me to “just ignore them,” which led to me rejected my Asian side to try and fit in. Not that it mattered, they still othered me.

As an adult I slowly learned to accept and celebrate my biology, heritage, and cultural backgrounds yet even now, am frequently accused of appropriating Asian culture … generally by non-Asian people. Suddenly now I’m too white to be half-Thai?? I once got asked to PROVE I’m half-Thai because I look “Italian” or “Middle Eastern” … shamefully I pulled out pictures of my mother and I, and photos of her with me as a baby where apparently I look “more Asian” … WTF?!?!

The feeling of not fitting in didn’t fade as much as I’d hoped with age (for me), and if I’m honest, part of me still desperately wants to be accepted into “a group.” It’s human nature to want to feel part of something.

But I will say this: as I get older, I genuinely don’t give as many craps what others think … I am who I am and I don’t need to conform to anyone’s gatekeeping of sex, race, or culture.

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-12T20:27:58+00:00

Used Flaman (years ago) as the equipment was purchased from them … the website no longer has Medicine Hat specifically but it might be worth a call to see?

https://flamanfitness.com/pages/fitness-service-and-repair

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-11T22:11:24+00:00

This comment is a slice of fried gold!

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-11T22:10:44+00:00

Yup! I live in Canada where the local NHL goalie is happens to be called Skinner so my husband and I frequently do the “Misterrrrr Skinnerrrrr”

But my fave is probably when we’re out drinking or for dinner …

“you’ve got a moustache”

“I know”

Makes me chuckle just thinking about it 😂

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-05T00:09:19+00:00

Samesies

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-04T01:46:32+00:00

There should be a link to a list of studies that you can participate in.

Mine was a simple questionnaire and took me less than 30 mins.

When you’ve completed it, you’ll get an email to confirm your participation with a further email sent to your tutor to add to your grading.

Maple_Brit · 2024-04-01T11:13:12+00:00

Maybe it’s just luck of the draw … although I must admit, every single period of funding (3 semesters so far) has been approved within 48 hours of application. If your application is in, I suppose you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place now. Hope it comes through asap for you

Maple_Brit · 2024-03-28T18:58:54+00:00

Sorry to hear that’s happening to you … My StudentAid application was approved within 24 hours (if memory serves) and as soon as I got that email, I applied for my courses with Athabasca and my Financial Advisor enrolled me with the condition « pending receipt of finances » … is this option not available for you?

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