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RE: Nuevo Progreso Welcome Back Winter Texans
Wow! We are still at home in Canada and called up Channel 5 in the Valley to check the weather and saw all the headlines and videos about Progreso. That is really scary and will probably affect the businesses there. Some who have never been will now be more hesitant than ever. Let's hope this is an isolated incident.
It is such a fun place - would hate to see it become so dangerous that we just wouldn't go.
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Tripalot
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12/06/09 07:58am |
Snowbirds
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RE: Canadian BofA account application problem
I'm a little bit concerned. Last evening I got a call from a person claiming to represent RBC US as my personal banker. He had my phone no., address, cell no., correct name. He followed up with an email with my account no. and wants my mother's maiden name plus for me to fax signature samples to him. It's probably all genuine but I think I'll do some checking before sending him any information.
What's the latest. Is everything legit? Are you still investigating?
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Tripalot
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12/04/09 02:03pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Michigan Campgrounds along I-69
There is a place right on I-69 about half way between flint and lansing and I think it is called Leisure Lake. I used to drive by it for years and then they added a golf course and most likely new ownership......It is still there just can't remember the new name.
Are you thinking about this place
http://holidayshoresrv.com/
Closed until April 15th, 2010
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Tripalot
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12/03/09 11:15am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Michigan Campgrounds along I-69
Thanks to everyone for the various suggestions. We're hoping we can make it right through to Indianpolis from Port Huron/Sarnia but want to have a plan in case of a bad snow storm. I checked several of the places mentioned but most are out of the way and if we get caught in a storm we feel it is better to be on the interstate than driving back roads trying to find a c.g. Indiana has several c.g.'s open and there is also a place at Flint that is relatively easy. Hopefully we'll be able to breeze through from Flint to the Ind/Mich border where there are 2 or 3 c.g.'s.
I would still welcome any suggestions and I'm thinking a motel parking lot could work if necessary.
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Tripalot
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12/03/09 11:10am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Rig friendly motels
There is a private campground that you pass on the way to Van Buren SP
It is open year round - we have stayed there, but I can't remember for sure if we used their bathrooms. We usually just use our own.
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Tripalot
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12/02/09 05:23pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Girl Question
At least your substitute stylist will likely be able to speak English.
Try spending a winter in Mexico and explaining what you want when no one in the shop speaks English - now that is a challenge. I won't describe the results! ! !
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Tripalot
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12/02/09 05:02pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Christmas Camping..Where will you be when Santa comes?
Weslaco, Texas
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Tripalot
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12/01/09 02:24pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Canadian BofA account application problem
I'm a little bit concerned. Last evening I got a call from a person claiming to represent RBC US as my personal banker. He had my phone no., address, cell no., correct name. He followed up with an email with my account no. and wants my mother's maiden name plus for me to fax signature samples to him. It's probably all genuine but I think I'll do some checking before sending him any information.
I would check carefully - it is probably legit - but I would be questioning it. TD Canada Trust have told me that they will never contact me via Email. Keep us posted.
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Tripalot
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12/01/09 08:23am |
Snowbirds
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Michigan Campgrounds along I-69
I'm looking for possible overnight stop (with electric) along I-69 between Flint and the Indiana border. Does anyone know of places that are open in December. We're hoping to get further south, but in case of bad weather it is nice to know of a place to pull into. There seems to be a few parks open in Indiana, but I can't find anything for Michigan. Would appreciate any help.
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Tripalot
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12/01/09 08:11am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Southern Illinois RV Parks along I-57
Just slightly further on is Town & Country Camping at Sikeston, Mo.
I just talked to them this afternoon; price $23 for W/E/S/ WIFI and cable - Passport America - open all year. They are located near jct. of I55 & I57.
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Tripalot
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11/30/09 01:33pm |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Got hit with a brick
I can imagine how terrifying that experience must have been. Many years ago, we had a brick dropped off a bridge and it smashed through the front window on my side. The car was only 2 days old. Luckily I was wearing sunglasses which protected my eyes, but I had glass in my hair and stuck to my face and lipstick. It tooks months to get all the little shards vaccumed up - they just kept appearing out of no where.
Unfortunately for us, we end up paying a deductible for something some idiot does as a prank. Hopefully they caught the culprits in your case.
They got away from us.
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Tripalot
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11/29/09 05:05pm |
Class A Motorhomes
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RE: Canadian BofA account application problem
And where would you buy US dollars without paying a percentage on the buy sell exchange rate?
Purchasing US $'s on line gives you a better rate than going directly into the bank. I'm sure they are still getting a percentage, but it is less than dealing with a human.
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Tripalot
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11/29/09 04:58pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Canadian BofA account application problem
Don't know about B of A but I just opened a RBC US account with only a Canadian address.
That is not the same thing. Any Canadian can open a US account in Canada. Where the problem lies is with a Canadian opening a US account with an American Bank.
I have both a chequing account and a US account with TD. This makes it very easy to purchase US $'s when the rate is favourable; it is just a simple transfer of funds via computer to do this and you get a better rate (which changes by the minute).
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Tripalot
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11/29/09 02:32pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Border Crossing, know the rules!
I think Canadian brand beer purchased in the US is a lower percentage of alcohol, not the high test stuff we get in Canada.
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Tripalot
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11/26/09 02:35pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Burglaries in Western Canada
We were broken into a few years ago at our storage yard. It is an awful feeling - like an invasion of your privacy. I hope they get those creeps soon.
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Tripalot
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11/24/09 08:45am |
RVing in Canada and Alaska
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RE: Overnight inh Sarnia, Ontario
Did you check with the motel I recommended that allows RV parking with electric hookup?
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Tripalot
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11/23/09 05:03pm |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Ambassador Bridge to I-75 South
Jerry & Susie
We always cross at Windsor or Sarnia as opposed to Fort Erie because there seems to be less likelihood of lake effect snow. Also we have found the I-75 route to be flatter than going through Ohio on I-71. I guess it is just preference. Friends use Fort Erie crossing and it seems they always get caught in snow some where and often have to pull off the road and wait it out - we've missed that thrill!
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Tripalot
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11/21/09 08:31am |
Roads and Routes
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RE: Our first trip to RGV this winter
I don't know which way you are coming to the RGV but at the jct. of Hwy. 77 & 83 there is a state tourist center. Follow the signs. We always go there and pick up brochures on the entire area. There are lots and lots of nature centers in the Valley as well as conservation type areas. Many of the canals have walking paths along them as well.
I would also recommend you go to the Chamber of Commerce office in Weslaco. They have a very good selection of brochures for the area. While there, watch the video on the Sugar Cane industry - it is very good. We were there one morning and they had free coffee and donuts. Be sure to pick up a free copy of the Winter Texan Times each week because it lists all the various things to do.
You'll be busy! !
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Tripalot
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11/20/09 01:01pm |
Snowbirds
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RGV Grapefruit
We are missing the great grapefruit we get in the Valley. Our local supermarkets are featuring Texas grapefruit this week for $2.49 for a 5 lb. bag. I had a look at them, and they were really small. They were from a grower in Mission. Are they keeping all the big, juicy ones for the locals and shipping out the #2 grade, or are they small because it is early in the year or ? ? ?
Can't wait to get down there and enjoy some freshly picked fruit.
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Tripalot
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11/19/09 05:26pm |
Snowbirds
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RE: Passport America
We have been members for many years and seem to be able to work around the restrictions. This year alone we have saved $850 and we're not done yet. Oh, did I say our current membership was free because of a promotion they had a year ago for signing up new members. It is a very good deal - just don't expect high standards at all of the c.g.'s (you can always leave if you don't like what you find).
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Tripalot
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11/18/09 11:14am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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