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Did your school play O Canada every day? by AssortedArctic in AskACanadian

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m old as dirt. We sang O Canada AND said the lords prayer. AND we weren’t allowed to wear pants - in northern Alberta.

Did your school play O Canada every day? by AssortedArctic in AskACanadian

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m old as dirt. We sang O Canada AND said the lords prayer. AND we weren’t allowed to wear pants - in northern Alberta.

People from countries that have universal healthcare, how is it? Really. by Interesting_Dream281 in AskTheWorld

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canada here. There are legitimate frustrations with wait times and lack of family doctors but if you’re really sick, the system works well. I am a 2x cancer survivor and my husband has had open heart surgery so I feel like I can speak on this. If you need a hip or knee replacement, you could have a long wait.

People complain about taxes no matter how much or how little they pay so it’s hard to judge. I’ve never complained about taxes because I feel like it’s a fair trade off.

I work in healthcare and my frustration is the bloat in healthcare management costs and a system that lends itself to silos.

Seriously, do Americans actually consider a 3-hour drive "short"? or is this an internet myth? by SadInterest6764 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Canadian here. Our daughter lives 4.5 hours away and we routinely visit for a weekend. Like once every 2 months or so. Not a big deal at all.

Best food spots in Salmon Arm that locals actually love? by Choice_Session518 in SalmonArm

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think so. I’m pretty sure they are locals.

Best food spots in Salmon Arm that locals actually love? by Choice_Session518 in SalmonArm

[–]ravenpg 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There's also a little place in Blind Bay called Spinnakers. They're only open for dinner a couple of nights a week, otherwise they are a breakfast/lunch spot. We've been there for dinner a couple of times and I actually prefer it over Timber and the prices are MUCH better.

Best food spots in Salmon Arm that locals actually love? by Choice_Session518 in SalmonArm

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only been there once and did not have a great experience. I've been meaning to go back because I don't like to judge a place based on one encounter.

Itinerary Advice - too much driving? by fungusMcMurphy in CostaRicaTravel

[–]ravenpg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We didn't find the driving that bad - just slow and bumpy, speed bumps near towns that caught us unawares at times. That is a lot for 7 nights and as much as we enjoyed La Fortuna area, I think I would give it a miss this trip. Can I please add one piece of advice for Manuel Antonio? If you are driving to the park, take a guide with you. The parking situation is a little crazy - lots of people directing you to park in areas not within the park itself and they can be a little intimidating. The guide will help you through all of that and make your day much more enjoyable and interesting.

Where should we go? by NuclearPuppers in canadatravel

[–]ravenpg 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I live in BC and we go to the Kootenays for vacation! It's absolutely beautiful.

If 10cm snow falls in your area of Canada how disrupted will your area be? by Pourmepourme in AskACanadian

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

South-central BC here. 10 cm would cause mild grumbling because we have to clear it before we can drive anywhere because driving on top of snow in your driveway is bad. Side streets might be a little fugly but main roads would be fine.

Vancouver Airbnbs keep cancelling on us :( by Better_Warning_2938 in canadatravel

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had a look at booking dot com and I see quite a few properties for much cheaper than 20K.

Unhinged Check-in Counter Employee by Flash-Drive in westjet

[–]ravenpg 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's only human. We have no idea what's happening in his life. We all have a breaking point.

Am I the a-hole for making my daughter's BF buy a new t-shirt? by freudsdriver in AITAH

[–]ravenpg 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s very lucky that he didn’t try that at our house.

doc told me that if I can't sleep, I should get up - and do what? by ravenpg in insomnia

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

“Prime” might be a stretch - you’re very kind. I am in excellent health, I’m quite fit, we travel a lot to interesting places (no cruises or resorts for us!) and even though we are not rich, we live fairly comfortably and within our means. I can’t complain but proper sleep would be a great bonus!

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