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n-r-gizer bunny

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Your buddy Spud Posted: 11/17/2009 9:13:31 PM
Thanks for the update Lovelylure. I can't get up to see Spud before next week but here's sending warm thoughts for a short stay in the hospital. Here's to a speedy recovery Spud!! I hope to see you soon.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 11/11/2009 3:25:02 PM
Thank you for the update Lovelylure! What a way to remember Remembrance Day .... thank you for being the link to Spud and taking the time to keep us all informed. You are a dear and treasured friend to Spud.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 11/2/2009 7:06:29 AM
Visited Spud over the weekend and considering he has been in the hospital for three months now I am astounded at how good his spirits are. He certainly appreciated our visit but be prepared to don a gown up and snap on a pair of latex gloves to enter his room. That day he had a test done to determine how to tackle this latest infection. He is also having problems with his circulation so has an apparatus that ensures that it is flowing efficiently. I know I would go stir crazy sitting in the hospital for three months. I can't imagine how restricting that must be for Spud. He sure misses hanging out with everyone. Take a moment if you have some free time and go visit him. It's pretty lonely for him.

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HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY, OCTOBER 31, 2009, MARITIME CENTER , VANCOUVER, BC Posted: 10/28/2009 1:48:28 PM
I will have to confess my sins another time Golden_Prince. FYI, I read that later and was likely more shocked than you. That's what happens when you change your status. LOL. It turns out that we are going to the second house party we were invited to as it is the only fair way we could sort out our plans and options. I will have to catch that dance another time GP.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 10/28/2009 11:05:01 AM
He is strong but he should have been out by now - that is one hekuva long hospital stay. I am going to try to visit him this weekend. I trust he is in the same place?

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HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY, OCTOBER 31, 2009, MARITIME CENTER , VANCOUVER, BC Posted: 10/26/2009 7:18:57 AM
Yes that was a good time last year! Our original plans have fallen through so we am thinking about it. Not entirely sure yet where we'll be but this is one time of year I love to participate in!

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Favorite Hike? Posted: 10/15/2009 11:36:33 AM
^^^ great site!

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BCMC Trail Hike, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver!! Posted: 10/4/2009 9:58:54 PM
Thank YOU MBP for organizing this! Good to see such a great turn out! I had an awesome time climbing today and socializing with the group! It was all good - including the weather!! Woot Woot!

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 10/1/2009 6:29:48 PM
So sorry to hear that you are back in the hospital Spud -- hope you are up and about soon. BIG, healing hugs to you my friend. Sure miss the monthly brunches Spud. Hope to see you soon.

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Powell River - McKinney's Pub Dance, October 10, 2009 Posted: 10/1/2009 6:26:54 PM
how does a ham sound a few oinks, a couple of grunts That potluck dinner is sounding pretty darn tasty!

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BCMC Trail Hike, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver!! Posted: 9/25/2009 6:58:29 AM
Looking forward to the final one of the season on October 4th at 9am Miss BrattyPants. My first one with the POF group.

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Powell River - McKinney's Pub Dance, October 10, 2009 Posted: 9/5/2009 11:35:24 AM
Thanks for pointing out the error in the schedule BE.

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fitness Posted: 8/25/2009 8:48:33 PM
To quote one of my friends, the honest truth is I exercise because "food is my weakness". I do LOVE to eat and frankly there isn't much I don't like. Exercise allows me to continue to enjoy life to the standards that I enjoy participating. The Grouse Grind has been my obsession the past three years and I try to alternate with running, cycling, hiking, dancing, roller blading and walks. The GG is a quick, convenient cardio workout which I will do alone or with friends. I have registered for my third and fourth half marathons this year to keep on track and plan to do another hike up the Chief and hope to attempt The Lions this year. [on my bucket list] I have never been much for gyms but have one conveniently located in the building where I work so I have no excuse and admit to visits when I need a quick and sweaty workout before a volunteer shift or to enable me to do an activity right after work. There is only one other activity/sport that I enjoy because it gets me hot and sweaty but damn that seems to be in short supply these days.

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BCMC Trail Hike, Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver, August 23/09 Posted: 8/16/2009 7:07:01 AM
Roserose, the event is next Sunday: August 23/09.

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Grouse Grind Posted: 8/7/2009 6:13:51 AM
Debra - they do sell t-shirts in the Gift Shop. They say *I survived the Grouse Grind*. Sounds to me like the Grouse Grind is like the opera or ballet. You either love it or hate it. For me it is a short-term outdoors challenge that beats an hour at the gym any day. To each his own.

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Who Loves Thunder storms? Posted: 7/26/2009 6:40:06 PM
I loved it! I loved it! I loved it! To the OP - Yes those prairie thunder storms were the best. I used to also see them in Edmonton.

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BIKE THE SEASIDE TRAIL (SCIENCE WORLD TO ENGLISH BAY) + THE SEAWALL (STANLEY PARK) & LUNCH AT THE BOATHOUSE, Vancouver, Saturday, July 18, 10:00 a.m. Posted: 7/18/2009 1:28:48 AM
Endo65, I can't contact you privately as you only allow messages from men and I am the wrong gender. Re The Grouse Grind. There is a weekly POF Sunday afternoon event for the BCMC which is less brutal and also a gentler way to climb Grouse Mountain. Check it out sometime. No matter how long it takes for the slowest person to finish, Miss BrattyPants is there every step of the journey.

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Offensive body odor from a friend or coworker: How do you tell them? Posted: 7/14/2009 1:59:52 PM
I always make sure I smell pretty! Lots of people think they smell pretty. And they smell pretty (bad) to other people. Awww, J in SD* apparently doesn't like my scented deodorant. Since writing that a year ago, I will update that statement. Some of the organizations that I volunteer for have a strict "no-scent" policy for volunteers which includes body sprays, lotions, perfumes. I support this as I know lots of people that have allergies to scents. This policy makes sense out of no scents. I agree there are some who wear too much scent but the OP was referring to those who had offensive body odor and looking for suggestions on how to tell them.

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Offensive body odor from a friend or coworker: How do you tell them? Posted: 7/11/2009 1:37:30 PM
^^^ Eventually the caked dirt just falls off. Let the matter take care of itself. Thanks for all the wonderful comments/laughs and emails letting me know this had been dredged up again. One year later [and a lot of checking of armpits ] I don't think anyone felt close enough to the person in question to tell him/her. Sad. However it does remind me that I should have another martini party. A few threads were started after that.

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BIKE OR BLADE THE SEAWALL & LUNCH AT SYLVIA HOTEL, Vancouver, Saturday, July 18th, 10:00 a.m. Posted: 7/11/2009 1:21:46 PM
Krystaline I am sure that WAS disappointing. Try putting the right date in your calendar. Next Saturday! I wish I could be there but I have an office event to attend.

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Are there any ex Rollerskaters out there, Posted: 7/6/2009 7:30:25 AM
there is another stardust retro rollerskate at north surrey rec on friday july 10th. SURREY PARKS & REC will be holding an OLD SCHOOL SKATE on Friday, July 10, 2009 at 7 pm. Music from the 1980s. Admission fee: adults $5; children $3. Skate Rental: $3. All ages welcome. North Surrey Rec Centre located at 10275 135 Street. http://www.rollerskatingbc.com/home.html

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Happy Canada Day Posted: 7/2/2009 7:21:37 AM
I thought this worthy of sharing: A Love Letter to Canada, By Robin Esrock Robin Esrock shares all of the reasons he is madly in love with Canada. My first draft for this love letter began: “Shall I compare thee to a hot summer day? Fireworks erupt and the BBQ steams a sweet sticky scent into the air, both driving my neighbour’s dogs insane.” It went on to praise the 10 provinces and 3 territories, the virtues and industriousness of our people (IMAX, Insulin, Basketball), the extraordinary natural beauty, coast to coast. I had a few lines about our money, our artists, our national temperament, our national sport (watching our teams crash out of the Stanley Cup). Said the letter: “We mine over 60 minerals inside the world's 9th largest economy, but have a healthy respect for nature and enjoy the outdoors. Unless it's freezing the carrot off a snowman, in which case, we are known to enjoy underground heated shopping malls.” But I knew something was missing, and if you’ll indulge me a few moments more, I’d like to share some vignettes. A 23 year-old Brazilian girl is having a BBQ. She works two jobs, one as a nanny for a family in the suburbs, and they are throwing a celebration because she has just received her permanent residency status. From a poor background, offering little opportunity for education or much else, she has worked her way into Canada at great personal sacrifice, and promises to accomplish much. There is a speech, and she tears up, and in her face I see a tough past and promising future. This is Canada. Auschwitz, Poland, 1942. Condemned prisoners arrive by cattle car carrying the few belongings they haven’t sold for their survival. Immediately, their bags and battered suitcases are confiscated. Family heirlooms, wedding rings, and anything of value stripped away, replaced with a striped uniform and numbered tattoo. The goods are transported to a large warehouse on site, which fills up so quickly another is needed. To the prisoners, these warehouses represent a wealth of material treasure, cherished memories, and most importantly, hope. They give the warehouses a nickname. They call them Canada. In May 2004, I was sworn in as a Canadian citizen. The day before, a car had run me down at a Vancouver intersection, breaking my knee and setting me on the path to travel journalism. I popped a small pill of morphine before I settled in the front row of the courthouse, my leg heavily strapped up. Missing the ceremony would delay the process, and after five years I had waited enough. My older brother immigrated to Vancouver without once having stepped foot in Canada. I followed him 18 months later in the same manner. What made me leave everything I know behind on the other side of the world (South Africa is literally the opposite side of the globe) to start fresh? Very simply, the answer is Canada. For all the negative news you might read in the newspapers, for all the economic challenges we face, the rising crime, reports of corruption, environmental disaster, it pays to put things in perspective. I moved here, along with so many others, because Canada offers a better life. By my reasoning and research, the best life I could hope to find. I didn’t need UN reports and various research indexes to tell me that the quality of life in Canada is amongst the best in the world. It would take me a year before I could find a good job. Longer still to reestablish the kind of friendships I had lost. Through it all, I felt safe, I felt welcomed, and I felt that anything is possible because the opportunity exists. Ten years later I have a successful career, a TV show no less that pays me to travel the world; my dream job. This is Canada. My first love letter lightheartedly identified modern icons of Canada, from yoga-stretching hippies on the West Coast to foot-thumping lobster chompers in the Maritimes. We have wolves and cougars and bears and moose, but our national animal is the beaver: industrious, capable, a bucktooth smile for teamwork. We embrace the outdoors, the big prairie sky, the Albertan Rockies, the Quebecois’ providing tenacious unity in diversity. Sports, science, comedians, writers – for a relatively small nation, we have had a relatively large impact on the world, even if sometimes we feel they don’t exactly notice. My second love letter is a lot more personal. I love that I can drive on a highway for days, meeting friendly people along the way, chewing on eye candy throughout. I love that it’s safe, that politicians are called to task, that our much criticized medical system helps me every time I’m sick. I love conversations with immigrant taxi drivers and nurses and dock workers and computer scientists who work hard and have made great sacrifices to be here. I love drinking tap water. I love the efficiency of our transport system, the police, the phones, the Internet. I love that our Canadian teams are always the underdog. I love our beer and wine and fresh seafood and healthy beef. You can criticize everything I love, and sure there’s room for improvement, but compared to just about any other country on the planet, things could not get any better. And that, in the end, is Canada. Happy Canada Day.

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What are YOU doing on Canada day? Posted: 7/1/2009 4:10:01 PM
I climbed one of the trails at Grouse Mountain, had an early lunch at Taylor's Crossing in North Vancouver. Checked out Canada Day Festivities at Richmond Park in Burnaby but were too late to check out the band Rainshadow. I am proudly wearing my Canada Day Maple Leaf on my cheek, played bingo and watched everyone having fun at the Dunk Tank. Getting some rest before heading to the Elephant and Castle for dinner with a meet up group and then going to watch the fireworks at Canada Place. Back to work tomorrow. I hope everyone has fun today enjoying being a Canadian. It sure makes me proud!

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Mosquito Creek , June pictures Posted: 6/21/2009 3:43:08 PM
I had a great time last night. Thank you to both Mountain Lion and Angiepie for a hugely successful evening. The music was great, the company was better and although crowded it was very civilized. Really great having a chance to see some people I haven't seen in a lonnnng time and Balled Eagle thank you for the dances.

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a weekly ACTIVITY for POF? any takers? Posted: 6/19/2009 4:59:27 PM
There was a ball game and tail gate party at Nat stadium done as a daytime family event Yes that was a lot of fun! Organizing a similar event again this year has been on my mind but I have been crazy busy with my own life. The problem (me thinks) with "weekly" events besides the fact that host/hostesses are restricted to only two events per month, period is that the same old, same old attend. It is great to see some new events - bike ride etc. There was also an event at a Giants game as well. Administration however prefers a "Meet and Greet" before hosting a viewing or participating event. For those who complain about non-local events, consider hosting/posting an event yourself. That is how I got involved in hosting. Hope you all have a long of fun. Me also thinks Balled Eagle is rather distracted looking for eagle tail feathers. He appears to be a tad excited about his upcoming visit perhaps??

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MOSQUITO CREEK DANCE, JUNE 20 Posted: 6/19/2009 1:03:36 PM
^^^^ a lot. LOL.

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MOSQUITO CREEK DANCE, JUNE 20 Posted: 6/18/2009 2:12:10 PM
and a sense of hummer to boot.

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some unsolicited fathers day advice Posted: 6/18/2009 10:30:36 AM
How very timely and apropos! Thanks for sharing!

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Pool and Darts at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 6/13/2009 6:47:01 AM
Do you look like your picture? How will I identify you? Do I look for the one playing with his balls and cue.

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Pool and Darts at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 6/12/2009 9:08:50 PM
Nope the crib board won't be there. Unless someone else brings one.

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BCMC Hike at Grouse Mtn Sunday June 14/09 Posted: 6/11/2009 11:35:06 PM
What a great opportunity to climb Grouse if you find the Grouse Grind too daunting! Good for you MBP for organizing this event!! I planned to be there and offer my support but regrettably my plans for late afternoon/early evening would make it too tight. I am disappointed but hope to join you at a later date. Hugs, N-r-gizer Bunny

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Our Success Story will be posted in this Sunday's Province newspaper! Posted: 5/23/2009 12:01:49 PM
Still happily married, and grateful to POF friends and the site in general for the connection that got us to where we are today! :) FunlovingScorpio met her husband on POF. Another success story on POF. I know there have been others.

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Happiness... does it find you? Posted: 5/22/2009 10:17:15 AM
It finds me cuz I attract it and embrace it. When happiness knocks, I am always at home. Life is too short to wake up with regrets. So love the people who treat you right. Love the ones who don't just because you can. Believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands. If it changes your life, let it. Kiss slowly. Forgive quickly.

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DRIVING RANGE & LUNCH, LANGLEY / SURREY, MAY 30, 10:00 a.m. Posted: 5/22/2009 10:13:41 AM
I would if I could but regrettably I already have two commitments the same day. one of these days .....

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Popular POF Member Passes Away - Tragically Posted: 5/22/2009 10:11:51 AM
Life is too short to wake up with regrets. So love the people who treat you right. Love the ones who don't just because you can. Believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands. If it changes your life, let it. Kiss slowly. Forgive quickly.

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Pool and Darts May 22 at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 5/22/2009 7:26:20 AM
I might show up after my alpha-ethnic dinner with friends.

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Popular POF Member Passes Away - Tragically Posted: 5/20/2009 6:24:06 PM
It is a tribute in itself that so many members who haven't been on the site in such a long time have returned just to post. He truly was a friend to many. Soulfishy, it was a horrible tragedy for you and all the campers to experience. I truly am sorry for your loss.

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So I just came home from Mexico Posted: 5/20/2009 1:05:51 PM
^^^^^Thanks for the chuckle Balled Eagle. I needed that!

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How many people have you met in person?? Posted: 5/20/2009 6:51:18 AM
I have met lots of people from attending events and hosting events and the odd coffee date. I think 180 people would be a moderate guesstimate. Let me do the math. 3 years; average of 5 people per month. Shrug. Some months it is more. How many have remained friends that I see at least once a month or have stayed in contact with separate from the events? About 20. How many do I keep in touch with randomly - far more. How many did I know before I joined POF? One. Was I outgoing when I joined POF? No, but I am now. Do I think POF works? Yes. There are lots of POF success stories. Have I met anyone who rocked my boat? Yes but the feelings weren't mutual or we only hung out a few months before we both realized that we weren't a match. Have I witnessed a lot of bitterness and "woe is me" attitudes? Hell ya. How can someone possibly be ready to date when they have to learn how to socialize in public again? If you don't enjoy your own company, how can you expect someone of the opposite sex to want to? *It is all about attitude and the effort that you as a member want to contribute.*

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Popular POF Member Passes Away - Tragically Posted: 5/18/2009 8:59:26 PM
I am in utter shock after only now learning that A is no longer with us. I had the pleasure of meeting A in 2006 at the POF New Year's party and got a real chance to get to know him at the POF camping trip in Clearwater. We talked until the wee hours about the value of family and friends. Everyone who knew him was aware of how important his children were. Not only did he give great hugs but his smile was amazing contagious. A had an impact on so many and will be missed! Rest in peace A.

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Hate mail !!! Don't people read anymore? Posted: 5/16/2009 7:27:46 AM
Michaelann, I am not entirely sure but I do think when a mass email is sent out it also goes to people who have attended your events in the past. Therefore, if you signed up for an event then you along with other event attendees to the host's events will also receive the email. It might not make you feel better about it but it would explain why you received it. JMHO.

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Hate mail !!! Don't people read anymore? Posted: 5/15/2009 3:36:59 PM
Same reason that people push on a door marked "Pull" or try to enter via the "Exit". I understand the rant. Far too many people choose to respond with anger instead of reading the whole message. There are lots that consider it a personal invitation too. Could be one of the reasons why I rarely host events anymore. Once upon a time ... I didn't mind the abuse. LOL.

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Pool and Darts May 15 at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 5/15/2009 11:02:10 AM
I hope to stop in after dinner with family tonight, at least that is the current plan.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/10/2009 1:54:31 PM
Spud asked us to extend his appreciation for all the good wishes from his friends. Unfortunately he didn't get much sleep as he woke up at 4am and couldn't get back to sleep. He had nodded off when we got there so we didn't stay long. He obviously needed his sleep but was grateful for the visit. I am sure he would welcome any visits. Spud says that if there are no further complications with the IV medication he is currently on, the doctor expects him to be released by the end of the week (approximately one more week). He doesn't like the food so that's a good sign that he is feeling better (I hope). He has also been watching the Canucks games too!

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/10/2009 4:58:02 AM
Alwaysyummy, see post 1. Message me if you want more info.. as to where.. Visiting hours start at 11 and me another POF friend plan to be there at 11am. Contact me if you want to join us.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/9/2009 12:08:49 AM
I am planning to visit Spud Sunday morning. Anyone interested in joining me??? Let me know.

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Your Buddy Spud Posted: 5/7/2009 9:38:12 PM
Awww Spud, I am so sorry to hear that you are back in the hospital again. I suspected something was wrong when you didn't post a brunch but I had read (FB?) that you had just gotten out a few days before. Unfortunately I was unwell for several weeks myself so I was keeping a low profile. Yep I too met Spud at my first event and I still try to attend the brunches when I can. I wish you a speedy recovery - I miss you and so do your brunch friends!

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Coffee Whole Bean Junkies Posted: 5/6/2009 6:49:58 AM
Bean Around the World has several locations in Vancouver and West Van - they have several fabulous dark roasts. Also try Cafe Arteggiano - great coffee, great beans!

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Pool and Darts May 1st at Clancys in New Westminster Posted: 5/1/2009 11:07:07 AM
I think I'll join you First Lady!

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MISSION MARCH HARE PICTURE THREAD Posted: 4/27/2009 7:19:05 AM
FunLovingScorpio and Wingman2008 -- another successful POF match! It is wonderful to see so many people enjoying the events! March Hare is a great band to dance to!

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