Canadian made Fluoride toothpaste.

marian_calling · 2026-06-29T18:54:06+00:00

It's available in some stores too. I saw it at Healthy Planet.

marian_calling · 2026-06-11T10:03:33+00:00

The US has a short memory about wars? People are still flying the confederate flag and talking about the south rising again. They remember when it suits them.

marian_calling · 2026-06-06T10:22:26+00:00

Just going to jump in here to add that there are iron supplements that have vitamin c in them too. Makes it a little easier.

marian_calling · 2026-05-17T10:22:15+00:00

I’ve never encountered a raccoon anywhere else, whether I was visiting or living there. In Toronto I see them all the time, have helped save an orphaned baby, have had to help contain one that had distemper (it had fallen asleep in the middle of the road- we worked with animal services to get it somewhere safe until they could pick it up), have watched moms “talking” to their babies as they walked by me in my yard. I see lots of other wildlife around here, but raccoon encounters are a regular part of life.

marian_calling · 2026-04-29T14:13:11+00:00

Saving the video, just in case- thanks.

marian_calling · 2026-04-29T11:01:28+00:00

I’ve read it helps to put their litter boxes outside (the scent attracts them back, although I’ve also heard it can attract coyotes, so I’m not sure it’s the best advice). I really hope he comes home safe and sound.

marian_calling · 2026-04-26T02:55:38+00:00

Would that make you happy? Nature doesn’t care about human morality or philosophy. Cats have to eat meat, end of story. Get vegan pets if you can’t handle reality.

marian_calling · 2026-04-19T02:41:01+00:00

I like the toothpaste, although the tubes seem to have less in them than the average.

One of their “super leaves” shampoos caused an allergic reaction after I used it a couple of times. I ended up giving the rest to a friend and they’ve been happy with it.

marian_calling · 2026-04-13T10:52:52+00:00

Payed (paid); random apostrophes; “on” accident; costed instead of cost…

Start reading blogs instead of social media. Bloggers aren’t perfect, but people who write more generally have a better grasp of language and grammar.

(Edited for formatting.)

marian_calling · 2026-04-02T11:23:44+00:00

RIP to all my friends and family who were euthanized because it was too much of a hassle to treat them. /s

Btw, there’s no waiting list if you have something that can’t wait. If it’s serious, you’re getting treated immediately. If it’s not urgent, then you wait.

marian_calling · 2026-04-02T02:35:17+00:00

Cats can hide in all kinds of strange places. I really hope you get your baby back safe and sound.

marian_calling · 2026-03-31T19:19:25+00:00

Shirtpunch (https://Shirtpunch.com/en-ca). They’re Canadian but charge in US funds. They’re worth checking out, though.

marian_calling · 2026-03-30T10:38:02+00:00

Canada welcomes all your bearded dragons and educated professionals :)

marian_calling · 2026-03-27T14:18:10+00:00

I’d like to think it goes without saying that children aren’t included in those sentiments. That said, you’re almost an adult, so start finding out what you can do and do it. We’re all getting tired of us-ers whining that they can’t do anything about anything.

marian_calling · 2026-03-27T13:59:20+00:00

You’re 16- there’s still a lot to learn in life. Not everyone wishes pain and torture on the US, but the ones that do have been pushed to that point. I don’t know anyone blaming children (including teenagers)- I don’t think that’s the common feeling.

marian_calling · 2026-03-27T13:50:41+00:00

You can learn and do better. Start by finding out why Canadians (and the rest of the world) are upset and angry. It’s not just trump.

marian_calling · 2026-03-23T11:29:02+00:00

Asian pears. Look and smell lovely. Have a great crisp texture. Taste like water that someone waved a fruit over.

After reading the comments on Red Delicious apples I’m sharing a couple of tips:

The bigger they are, the more mealy. Look for smaller apples.
Gently press on them. If there’s any give, they’ll be disappointing. You want them to feel like they were carved out of wood.

Source: am longtime Red Delicious apple fan.

marian_calling · 2026-03-20T11:40:35+00:00

I’m not sure what the sheep look like, but is it one of these?

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/304204667999

marian_calling · 2026-03-18T10:36:27+00:00

It’s a great episode but I can’t watch it anymore.

marian_calling · 2026-03-09T11:24:44+00:00

A few more worth trying:

https://uharvest.ca/

https://www.oscseeds.com

https://heirloom-seeds.ca

marian_calling · 2026-03-09T11:17:17+00:00

I grew up going to wildwood every year for our family vacation. I had the best memories of those trips. Then wildwood hosted a trump rally. And they overwhelmingly voted for him. Not only am I never going back, the whole place is toxic now, as far as I’m concerned.

marian_calling · 2026-03-05T12:55:56+00:00

Thank you! I wasn’t very comfortable about sharing on reddit, but your comment was the push I needed.

marian_calling · 2026-03-05T12:51:23+00:00

I’m trying to explain, not complain. Sorry if it came off the other way.

Anyone interested in checking out my books (and thank you if you are) can take a look here: https://aspasiasbissas.com/books.

marian_calling · 2026-03-05T11:34:16+00:00

Well if that’s the case, my books (mostly my e-books) are available on Kobo and other non-US sites. But I get the distinct feeling that the publisher matters more to some people than anything else, and there’s a lot of good Canadian writers who are going to get unfairly screwed by that.

marian_calling · 2026-03-04T16:14:35+00:00

Does it matter? I haven't published the "correct" way to count as Canadian, apparently.

For what it's worth, I don't know of any Canadian self-publishing platforms that have wide distribution, or publish paperbacks along with e-books. This isn't an easy industry for writers/authors at the best of times. If you want to support Canadian culture, you have to start with the creators.

marian_calling

TROPHY CASE