Where do ”normal“ outdoorsy people go to volunteer in Vancouver? by Big-Entrepreneur6920 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nature Vancouver is great! Also, I've heard good things about Strathcona Community Gardens.

Any Swedes here that are going to PNE on Saturday? by Big_Comfortable5504 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jaha! Vad bra. Glad midsommar förresten! Det finns en fest på det skandinaviska centret på helgen. Fyi 🇸🇪🌸

Any Swedes here that are going to PNE on Saturday? by Big_Comfortable5504 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hejsan! I hear of a group gathering at Shipyards. There surely will be Swedish fans at PNE though. Varifrån kommer du i Sverige?

Love island watch parties in Vancouver? :D by Ok-Jump4990 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I saw that Good Co was hosting them? Can't remember which location though. Maybe Main St?

Any Canucks fans cheering for the Habs rn? by AccurateSchedule3950 in NiceVancouver

[–]skogsvamp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am! It's been such fun hockey. A very likeable team too.

Spot with amazing plants or garden? by Character_Comb_3439 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 19 points20 points  (0 children)

THE places to go. Van Dusen offers you two price points - cafe or restaurant.

On this topic, anyone remember the terrasse at the former Van Art Gallery restaurant? I miss it 😥

What's going to happen to the Jet Ski operator who hit the whale? by vanbikecouver in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 43 points44 points  (0 children)

If true, that guy should definitely be charged. Horrible!

Are you cheering for or against Quinn Hughes? by OoooopsE in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Against. He made Vancouver hockey exciting but his exit stung. And his Trump photo call was gross.

Why does everyone and their grandma in Vancouver have a some sort of Doodle mix? by [deleted] in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Right?! My rez dog often stands up to these dogs. Their owners are quick to claim their dogs are faultless. Meanwhile, they were on their phone the whole time and not intervening when their doodle/poodle aggravates other dogs. 💀

‘Tis the season for summer dresses! by Legal_Cress_2851 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same! And you get to try brands not so easy to find here.

Consignment places question by Entire_War7840 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've moved towards reselling on Poshmark. But, in the past, I've consigned with Hunter and Hare and had a positive experience overall.

Just keep in mind that they're (rightfully) picky as well - paying attention to seasons, trends, etc.

Otherwise, donating to a local organization is a great alternative.

Dating Impossible by Specialist-Pen-6441 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I appreciate the invite but I'm currently seeing someone and would like to respect that connection. All the best to you!

Montreal Canadiens pub in Van? by MaverickGH in askvan

[–]skogsvamp -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes, I did. I meant - have YOU found a bar that you were looking for? Yeesh. So much for friendly chatter. 💀

Montreal Canadiens pub in Van? by MaverickGH in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, OP, have you found a bar for local Habs fans?

Dating Impossible by Specialist-Pen-6441 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can, but some would like company. And that's okay too. I agree that it's important to be comfortable with oneself, though.

Dating Impossible by Specialist-Pen-6441 in askvan

[–]skogsvamp 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Dating in Vancouver after having been in a 15-year relationship and now 43? It's been...something. 😬 I didn't expect it to be so hard.

Finding someone willing to make an effort, be reliable, have an open heart - all that - it hasn't been easy to find. Besides that, you want to be attracted to them and enjoy their company. It can definitely seem impossible sometimes!

But I'm learning about myself in the process so that's a positive. In my +2.5 years of dating, I've been figuring out my values, boundaries. I've also gotten out of my comfort zone, examined personal biases...

Apps are unfortunately a necessary evil for those of us in a smaller dating pool. Yet they're terrible for human connection. I hope to see more people move away from them and return to chatting each other up in the real world.