Comments for Winnipeg O' My Heart

Comment on What to Expect When You’re Expecting in Winnipeg by Vanessa

Vanessa — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:29:22 +0000

Thankfully they’ve changed their policy at St Boniface on telling you the sex of the baby. They were more than happy to point out the little boy-parts when I went for my ultrasound at 23 weeks (I was truly expecting a girl so they had to assure me, multiple times, that that dangly little turtle was a penis.).

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Sherry

Sherry — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:40:57 +0000

Please continue your blog; I find it fascinating. I grew up in Winnipeg, and now live in Maple Ridge (near Vancouver), and guess what! We are planning on moving to Winnipeg!

I’ve lived all over Canada, and I thought that I would love the lower mainland….I had a romantic inner vision of walks on the beach…Granville Island…ocean breezes…all that good stuff. In fact however, in order to afford living here, we have to be at least an hour away from the city, and when we do (rarely) go to Vancouver, it’s a nightmare of hideous traffic, no parking, and ridiculous prices. Public transit from our area is a gruesome joke.

So as soon as my hubby changes jobs successfully, we’re Winnipeg-bound. (I’m an artist, so I can work anywhere, go me!) My mom keeps warning me that houses in Winnipeg are getting SO expensive, but I can only chuckle gently and shake my head….we’ll probably be able to pay cash for a house in Winnipeg after selling our overpriced pile of soulless ‘housing material’ here in Maple Ridge.

So please, blog on. When I finally get to the ‘Peg, I’m going to become a blogging person again too.

Comment on Why On Earth I Would Move from Vancouver to Winnipeg by Addison

Addison — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 21:42:06 +0000

Amazing story… I live in Winnipeg. Almost everyday I read or hear about how bad Winnipeg is and it completely annoys me. It’s just a place. Of course it’s not going to be perfect because no one can hold and empty soda can or cigarette butt until they can find a nearby trash can. It’s just how people are. When I went to British Columbia, not everyone was so nice or “perfect” there like I’ve been told they would have been. In fact, they’ve seem to be more rude and act as if they were royal or something. And to be honest, I’ve always wanted to move to Vancouver. Not that I’m saying it’s a bad city (like they do about Winnipeg)… Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Joanna

Joanna — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:59:07 +0000

Emma, your fine, thoughtful writing is always a pleasure to read, wherever this takes you.

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Winnipeg Girl

Winnipeg Girl — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:53:33 +0000

I agree, write whatever suits you best. Sometimes I also feel a self imposed burden to keep my blog topics Winnipeg or more specifically North End related. I think getting to see a little more of the person behind the blog in “off-topic” posts helps readers understand the views behind the “on-topic” ones. Part of the beauty of Winnipeg, Manitoba, and the world for that matter is how diverse the people that help to make it up are.

I’ve also enjoyed seeing you turn into a Winnipegger

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Emma

Emma — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:13:17 +0000

@Cherenkov – That’s funny, I’d never really thought about whether other Winnipeg bloggers were staying “on message” 100% of the time – and it’s definitely those random topics that make for such good reading! Thanks for your advice and feedback – and keep up the great writing!

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by cherenkov

cherenkov — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 04:17:34 +0000

I’ve been through a bit of an identity crisis with my blog, and thought about splitting it into two: an issues blog where I hope to be taken seriously and a blog for everything else .. the goofier things. Ultimately I didn’t do it because it would’ve been more work, and I never want my blog to be a job. I created it primarily as a past time, for personal amusement, and I want it to stay like that. Some of my readers might wonder why I post about Bipole III one day and ground beef packaging the next, but I really don’t care. It’s less stressful that way. So my advice to you, like others have said, is to write about what ever you feel like writing about. Don’t be afraid to criticize Winnipeg if you want to, but don’t feel that you have to cover certain things either. I think that’s the way to keep it interesting and enjoyable.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Emma

Emma — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:49:40 +0000

@Littlegraybird – Thanks, that is so kind of you… I’m touched! I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog as well I love that there is a little virtual community of us folks who chose Manitoba and write about it. And I love that quote – thank you for sharing it… I’m thinking I might print it and put it up on my wall!
@YerPal – I did follow my heart to Winnipeg – but only once I was here did all the pieces (love, etc.) fall into place. It was a good move! Funny you should mention that song – I thought Kelly Willis had written it, and then just the other day I heard an older version. A good song
@Ann – Thanks for the commiseration and encouragement. I really appreciate your feedback! I like the suggestion of making a separate blog… maybe like Young House Love’s side venture, Young House Life. We’ll see! Thanks again

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Ann

Ann — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:48:03 +0000

I’ve so appreciated your blog for helping me get to know the city – in different ways than I can necessarily do as a parent with three young kids. As a Vancouverite settling in Winnipeg, I’ve been sampling various dainties at your recommendation as well as learning fun odd facts about life here. But at the same time, I can totally see why the change for you over time – as you’ve settled, as you’ve become a parent, as you’ve seen/experienced more of what’s not so great about here. I agree with other readers, that you should write about whatever you want. I think we’re all ears, enjoying whatever topic twist you make, comparison offered or interesting discovery you’ve made. And even if you are trying to fatten up a thin topic or aren’t offering anything new to Winnipeg’s blog world, you have your own audience that is perhaps broader than followers of other blogs might be. I don’t mind a re-hash (chances are, its not a rehash to me). Perhaps you can start a ‘Parenthood O’ My Heart’ kind of blog so you can post those picture of your son that you long to, but only inviting those you’d like to share in that more personal blog to protect your privacy a bit.

Blogging can be such a fun way to express one’s ideas and experiences, sharing life in a strange way with others. Do whatever you need to do to make it enjoyable for you once again, even if that involves a sabbatical or a new start. Or both? All the best as you figure out what’s best for you.

Comment on The Bloom Is Off The Rose by Yer Pal

Yer Pal — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 22:07:01 +0000

So you followed your heart to Winnipeg. I was under the impression that you had heard good things about The Peg & chose to move. You just followed your love interest. You could’ve wound up anywhere & been content to be with your hubby. Welcome to Anywhere! – Have you ever heard the old country song “That’s How I Got To Memphis”? Look it up, the lyrics describe you.
Thanks for not posting recipes & baby photos. Keep up the good writing.