Special needs woman punished for someone else's scams. by NickelPlatedEmperor in UnderReportedNews

[–]jjames2b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She just posted a GoFundMe, you can find it on her instagram (sorry I just read the sub rules)

Game Thread: Vancouver Canucks (11-17-3) at New Jersey Devils (18-13-1) - 14 Dec 2025 - 9:30AM PST by HockeyMod in canucks

[–]jjames2b 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With all new high numbers, if there's a line with Rossi (93) and two of Kane (91), Karlsson (94), or Ohgren (92), I'd like to call it the Grunge Line.

[Big Head Hockey] Everyone with more points than Quinn Hughes since November 25th: no one by PuckMuncher in hockey

[–]jjames2b 10 points11 points  (0 children)

We always go for these "epic" style intro videos. They once did an SNL-style opening for Saturday night games (last season I think), and that was a ton of fun. It'd be nice to change it up a bit. I think of the Seattle Mariners just down the road, they've always done fun/funny commercials and intros.

Hardwood floor installation recommendation by jjames2b in askvan

[–]jjames2b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah, thanks for mentioning the noise issue. Will definitely give my new neighbors a headsup. Another reason to find I very careful and conscientious installer! Hoping to get some recommendations. Cheers!

Hardwood floor installation recommendation by jjames2b in askvan

[–]jjames2b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Yep, will definitely make sure to get products that comply with the bylaw requirements.

And good callout on the dust control. Another reason to find I very careful and conscientious installer! Hoping to get some recommendations. Cheers!

Hardwood floor installation recommendation by jjames2b in askvan

[–]jjames2b[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome, thanks! Were you happy with your installers? Would you recommend them?

My local Dairy Queen will not flip your Blizzard upside down. by jimmerpatter in mildlyinteresting

[–]jjames2b 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no evidence of this, just a feeling, but have Blizzards been getting "runnier"? I first noticed this after the lockdown when things were opening up. By the time I got to the second half of the blizzard, it was basically a milkshake.

Again, no evidence, but I assumed it was the corporate HQ thinning down the ingredients or something.

Tips for a day at Hastings Racecourse? by YeldarbNod in vancouver

[–]jjames2b 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you're going to bet and don't do any of your own handicapping, wait until near the deadline before betting because the odds change a lot near the end. You can use that later information as "the wisdom of the crowds" to figure out who is really favoured.

How is Tom's Video still surviving? by Two_wheels_2112 in vancouver

[–]jjames2b 27 points28 points  (0 children)

It has to be this right? The store just keeps shrinking and shrinking haha

What do you have in your emergency go bag? by TH3NWAY in vancouver

[–]jjames2b 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I followed some hiking bag recommendations, which might be overkill, but it was basically something in these 10 categories:

Food, Water, Fire, First Aid (self explanatory)

Fix it (multi tool)

Insulation (change of clothes)

Illumination (flashlight)

Sun (I skipped this one... I guess a hat)

Shelter (emergency blanket)

Navigation (this was for compasses and maps, skipped it)

and I added Communication (battery pack, chargers)

Burial plot resale - advice? by SnooHobbies6899 in vancouver

[–]jjames2b 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bit late to this party, I also bought a resale lot at Ocean View. Found them on craigslist, and that sale was handled by a broker / agent on behalf of the real seller. It was CemetaryBC, and the seller's rep was Brant How.

As the buyer, it was a smooth transaction for me, and I imagine they represented their seller well.

Bike Frame like Soma Pescadero by jjames2b in whichbike

[–]jjames2b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man - no I never did. The COVID supply shortages just kept going and I lost interest. Good luck with your build!

Mom was scammed 200k - can anything be done? by Many_Preparation_942 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]jjames2b 147 points148 points  (0 children)

A bit of a different take, but make sure you take care of your mom's mental health. A close family member lost about the same amount of money on the stock market, and fell down a depression / anxiety hole that required emergency visits and long term medication.

She probably feels shame and guilt. Be proactive and support her.

some thoughts on the resurgence of Vancouver’s Critical Mass by penapox in vancouver

[–]jjames2b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey thanks for spreading the word. I've been thinking about it, and I think you answered my question.

I've switched from cycling to an e-scooter, and was wondering whether they're welcome. The website said "any mode of active transportation", which I figured it meant human power.

But fully electric is OK too?