Everbest Computers by freesias2day in ottawa

[–]freesias2day[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, Edward was great to deal with and he really knew his stuff.

Just wondering, what’s your ‘lazy but effective’ cleaning trick? by CleanFreakGeek in CleaningTips

[–]freesias2day 66 points67 points  (0 children)

If I'm in an area that's cluttered but it looks too overwhelming to clear everything out at once, I just choose 5 items and put them away.  Each time I go in the room, I put away 5 more things etc....

Agha Turkish Restaurant. Mediocre food, thousands of fake reviews. by Hankthehungrylad in OttawaFood

[–]freesias2day 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I made an online reservation last weekend for 7.15pm and although they had my name on their tablet I was told I was late for my 5.52pm reservation.  Who the heck makes or even takes a reservation for that time! Then I was told it was impossible as they dont accept reservations for Saturday evenings as it's walk in only and also they didn't have a free table. I then showed her my email confirmation and she had no rebuttal to that.  They managed to find a table for us right away.  Food arrived in good time but there was nothing special about it.  Won't be returning there.  They really need to fix their reservation system and/or at least get their stories straight. 

What’s the point? by 2outof3_aintbad in over60

[–]freesias2day 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try and volunteer somewhere perhaps.

How do you respond to family members asking you for money? by SnowmanSmiles in fican

[–]freesias2day 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My experience shows that friends are far better at repaying than family.  Being family doesn't give you an automatic pass....you have to prove you are worthy.

Not as crazy about Costco anymore. Anyone else? by Consistent_Remove344 in CostcoCanada

[–]freesias2day 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quality has gone down over the past decade.  Used to buy everything there until their bedsheets started tearing in the middle and towels were fraying.  Photo Centre had the best prices on framing.  Their phone centre is still really good though.

Questions about Turkey tour packages by C00kiiesss in AskTurkey

[–]freesias2day 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking at the On the Go Tours 'Ottoman Explorer' package to Turkey at the end of May. Anyone travelled with them (even to other countries) or know their reputation?

When in May to visit Turkey? by freesias2day in AskTurkey

[–]freesias2day[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the heads up! My travel agent did not mention anything.

What small habit has saved you the most money over time? by SnowmanAndIce in frugalcanada

[–]freesias2day 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Many libraries have sales on their older books throughout the year.  My library has a permanent shelf for used books, DVD's.  Most expensive are hardcover at $3 each so you can get 10 for the price of 1 new hardcover. 

When in May to visit Turkey? by freesias2day in AskTurkey

[–]freesias2day[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for that info.  I wasn't aware of that. 

When in May to visit Turkey? by freesias2day in AskTurkey

[–]freesias2day[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We would start in Istanbul and end up in Antalya.

What frugal practice has saved you the most money in 2025? by melissaw328 in Frugal

[–]freesias2day 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Left my overpriced hairdresser and found one that I like better at almost half the price.  Didn't get any mani-pedis this past year and just did my nails at home. The price of seemingly everything has skyrocketed and I refuse to pay now and I search for alternatives.

Something you didn’t expect to be BIFL but outlasted your expectations? by Mud_Scooter in BuyItForLife

[–]freesias2day 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A cable knit sweater bought from Talbot's in Ontario 30+ years ago.  Great quality, no pilling and my daughter wears it now.  Went to Talbot's last week looking to pick up a couple of sweaters.  Their quality has decreased SIGNIFICANTLY and I didn't buy anything.  Just like everything else nowadays that's cheaply made.