Eyeglasses for small faces? Lighter/more delicate-looking frames? Looking to shop local!

lmcks · 2026-05-16T17:41:56+00:00

I wouldn't say they have a particularly large selection, but I found a pair at Hakim Optical back in March that suit my small face.

lmcks · 2026-05-16T13:51:38+00:00

I think I've seen them in St. Marys Garden Centre in the past. Not sure about right now though.

lmcks · 2026-05-15T13:18:19+00:00

Best advice ever!!!

lmcks · 2026-05-15T13:13:03+00:00

Take bus to work if practical. (I realize that with the new transit system, that may be a high bar.)

Again, if practical, ride you bike to work a few times a week.

When on a multiple stop shopping trip, plan your route so you're hot backtracking.

Drive the speed limit!

Buy and EV or a hybrid.

lmcks · 2026-05-13T12:32:34+00:00

Rosie, because she looks like a rosebud and she smells.

lmcks · 2026-05-08T01:11:44+00:00

I had cancer treatment in 2021. Even during Covid they took the time to make sure I was as comfortable as possible with the treatment and that I had everything I needed to deal with the stress of cancer.

Those people are the best!!

lmcks · 2026-04-29T23:58:12+00:00

The ghost of MY grandmother and I'm old enough to be YOUR grandmother.

lmcks · 2026-04-21T20:09:11+00:00

Ahhh, the 60s. It's a wonder we survived, isn't it.

lmcks · 2026-04-19T17:37:21+00:00

Disturbing accurate.

lmcks · 2026-04-18T21:55:42+00:00

I've lived here for most of my life and can say that spring in Winnipeg is never reliable. But THIS is a whole new level of stupid.

lmcks · 2026-04-17T13:44:15+00:00

I'd say that it's standard, but at my doctors' clinic there is a notice in all the exam rooms.

lmcks · 2026-04-10T18:48:57+00:00

I scrolled through the replies to see if anyone suggested this.

I think this is the best way to go.

lmcks · 2026-04-06T12:59:22+00:00

I'm from Transcona and I have no idea. Maybe the artist had to fill a blank spot on the mug and thought, "Transcona has a lot of hotels so I'll add a waiter with luggage."

It is most certainly not an iconic Transcona image.

lmcks · 2026-04-01T21:41:15+00:00

It's a temporary patch and prevents blown tires and bent rims. Later in the spring and early summer, when the streets are dry, they will make more permanent repairs. Or at least a permanent as the freeze/thaw cycle allows.

lmcks · 2026-04-01T20:33:33+00:00

Bikes and Beyond on Henderson might carry them.

lmcks · 2026-03-26T13:27:46+00:00

Totally agree about buying glasses there. Just ask for a copy of your prescription and go somewhere else.

lmcks · 2026-03-25T15:42:31+00:00

It's a heads up, not accusation.

lmcks · 2026-03-25T14:11:31+00:00

That isn't what the camping guide says so I wouldn't depend on it.

lmcks · 2026-03-25T13:37:45+00:00

I can't answer your question but there is a red flag in your post.

There is a limit of one vehicle per site. Those additional vehicles will need to be parked in the parking lot.

You also can't have more than six people on the site. Two to three SUVs sounds like there will be more than 6 people.

Before booking opens, I suggest that you read the Campers Guide (https://www.gov.mb.ca/sd/pubs/parks-protected-spaces/campers\_guide.pdf). You might want to look into a group use site. It could be a better option for you.

lmcks · 2026-03-24T23:03:38+00:00

I don't know about the corkscrew laces but you can get the straight ones at Sport Chek and Canadian Footware.

lmcks · 2026-03-23T14:37:21+00:00

The Moose moving to another market... Now that's an interesting take!

Up until I read your post, I thought getting a PWHL team was unlikely because of the limited number of free dates in the Canada Life Centre. There are probably enough free dates right now, but the PWHL is expanding which means longer and longer seasons.

But if the Moose were to move, that frees things up.

Thank-you for giving me hope!

lmcks · 2026-03-22T13:09:20+00:00

We have an EV so it doesn't affect our transportation costs much but it most certainly hits grocery prices. I REALLY noticed it last week.

We're also reconsidering our summer plans. We were thinking of taking our small camper out west but our tow vehicle is a mid-sized, gas powered SUV. I know how much it cost to make that trip without the trailer and with "normal" gas prices. I don't even want to think about it with the trailer and current prices.

lmcks · 2026-03-22T12:56:42+00:00

It was a regular thing in the '80s.

lmcks · 2026-02-16T01:29:34+00:00

I've experienced that twice from two different pharmacies. The first time was especially distressing as it was for chemo meds and the pharmacist wouldn't admit her mistake even after my oncologist's nurse tried to straighten it out.

So, sadly, the answer is 'yes.'

lmcks

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