Thursday, December 29, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
7 Deadly Sins of Dating
http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html
If you were smart enough to follow the 15 Commandments of Dating, then chances are you know what to do to make a relationship work. But, on the flipside, there are 7 things that can kill a relationship quicker than The Jerry Springer Show . By making sure that you don't ever commit one of these deadly sins, you can ensure years of loyal devotion and commitment from your lady that will make your life immeasurably easier.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbAh2IN
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A woman knows when you are coming on strong, and chances are that she will either interpret it as desperation, or use it to manipulate you later on in the relationship if she does end up staying with you. You don't want to give her the impression that she is the absolute best you can do. Let her know that you care about her and that she is special to you by all means; just don't start worshipping her right out of the gate.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbH9n2g
A woman needs a strong man that can take control of a situation. If you come across as an easily controlled mama's boy, then she'll likely never respect you. Make sure not to lose your identity either. You are who you are and she knew that when you got together. Once she thinks that she can take that away, you'll be wearing matching fanny packs before you can say "bed and breakfast."
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbMKjji
Don't lose control
As the man, you should initially start out with the overall control of the relationship, and as long as you maintain that control, you have, well, the control. Don't let her disrespect you: If a woman disregards you, then you've got nothing, so make sure to stay strong and maintain the respect you deserve. Once you lose control, chances are she will expect you to spend less and less time with your friends. But since your buddies are an outlet for anger generated by your relationship, you need to keep them around if you want to maintain a healthy life, not to mention your sanity.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbP2bZU
Ask any woman and she'll tell you; a guy with confidence is a turn-on. But, if you end up losing confidence in yourself, it's likely she will do the same. If a woman does not have faith in your abilities as a man, then she will begin to lose the attraction that she once had for you. So make sure to hold your head up high at all times.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbZNvXD
Once your sex life becomes boring and predictable, the whole relationship will become boring. Keep it fresh and keep her interested at all costs. If she is always wondering what you are going to do to her next in bed, then she has no reason to fantasize about anyone else. Try surprising her by actually following through on some of her sexual fantasies.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbct4Q2
Let her know that you care, but don't become so jealous that she starts to resent you. If she had a couple of male friends before you began dating, then there is no real reason to get all worked up over it. What's acceptable in your relationship is up to both of you, so don't become too bossy or she will just use that as yet another reason to always be on your case. And if you can't accept her having male friends, then move on.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbfVnS5
When she says that she wants to know everything you're thinking, she is wrong. That might be what she thinks she wants, but I know first-hand about the twisted thoughts that rummage through your mind, so take my advice; keep your mouth shut. When she asks if you were looking at another woman, deny it, or better yet, say, "What woman?"
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbhqJB3
If you begin to question how you should react in a certain plight, just try to figure out which one of the commandments is best suited to the situation and adapt it. If it doesn't work, don't worry; there are plenty of women out there that you can mess up with.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbpaDlG
If you were smart enough to follow the 15 Commandments of Dating, then chances are you know what to do to make a relationship work. But, on the flipside, there are 7 things that can kill a relationship quicker than The Jerry Springer Show . By making sure that you don't ever commit one of these deadly sins, you can ensure years of loyal devotion and commitment from your lady that will make your life immeasurably easier.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbAh2IN
7 deadly sins
The myth that there are certain things men can do to destroy their romantic relationships is true. We all know that cheating or losing your savings in Vegas can push her right over the edge, but there are a few less obvious things that you may have never considered. The following is a list of things that can ruin your relationship. Read 'em, learn 'em, and for God's sake, put 'em to good use.Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbDyUz4
Deadly 1
Don't come on too strongA woman knows when you are coming on strong, and chances are that she will either interpret it as desperation, or use it to manipulate you later on in the relationship if she does end up staying with you. You don't want to give her the impression that she is the absolute best you can do. Let her know that you care about her and that she is special to you by all means; just don't start worshipping her right out of the gate.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbH9n2g
Deadly 2
Don't become whippedA woman needs a strong man that can take control of a situation. If you come across as an easily controlled mama's boy, then she'll likely never respect you. Make sure not to lose your identity either. You are who you are and she knew that when you got together. Once she thinks that she can take that away, you'll be wearing matching fanny packs before you can say "bed and breakfast."
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbMKjji
Deadly 3
Don't lose control
As the man, you should initially start out with the overall control of the relationship, and as long as you maintain that control, you have, well, the control. Don't let her disrespect you: If a woman disregards you, then you've got nothing, so make sure to stay strong and maintain the respect you deserve. Once you lose control, chances are she will expect you to spend less and less time with your friends. But since your buddies are an outlet for anger generated by your relationship, you need to keep them around if you want to maintain a healthy life, not to mention your sanity.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbP2bZU
Deadly 4
Don't lose confidenceAsk any woman and she'll tell you; a guy with confidence is a turn-on. But, if you end up losing confidence in yourself, it's likely she will do the same. If a woman does not have faith in your abilities as a man, then she will begin to lose the attraction that she once had for you. So make sure to hold your head up high at all times.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbZNvXD
Deadly 5
Don't let sex get boringOnce your sex life becomes boring and predictable, the whole relationship will become boring. Keep it fresh and keep her interested at all costs. If she is always wondering what you are going to do to her next in bed, then she has no reason to fantasize about anyone else. Try surprising her by actually following through on some of her sexual fantasies.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbct4Q2
Deadly 6
Don't become insanely jealousLet her know that you care, but don't become so jealous that she starts to resent you. If she had a couple of male friends before you began dating, then there is no real reason to get all worked up over it. What's acceptable in your relationship is up to both of you, so don't become too bossy or she will just use that as yet another reason to always be on your case. And if you can't accept her having male friends, then move on.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbfVnS5
Deadly 7
Don't talk too muchWhen she says that she wants to know everything you're thinking, she is wrong. That might be what she thinks she wants, but I know first-hand about the twisted thoughts that rummage through your mind, so take my advice; keep your mouth shut. When she asks if you were looking at another woman, deny it, or better yet, say, "What woman?"
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbhqJB3
keep your head up
No matter what you do, maintain spontaneity and use common sense, and you should be okay. Women don't want boring guys who don't think before they act. And remember; you have to be ready to adapt these basic ideas to any given situation at a moment's notice.If you begin to question how you should react in a certain plight, just try to figure out which one of the commandments is best suited to the situation and adapt it. If it doesn't work, don't worry; there are plenty of women out there that you can mess up with.
Read more: http://ca.askmen.com/dating/curtsmith_60/87b_dating_advice.html#ixzz1gzbpaDlG
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Brazillian Booty IDOL: 2011
So I have been doing my research on the counrty of Brazil. Aside from being host to one of the 7 wonders of the world Cristo Redentor, it is also host to the most attractive women in the world. This video is proof that not only is God male, but Brazil is worth the money spent on a trip. THANK ME LATER....
Friday, December 9, 2011
Follow Your Heart
How to Jump Start your grind
1. Always research what you want to achieve
2. Don not be afraid to fail
3. Stop Comparing yourself to other people- Compare yourself to yourself
4. Get into a positive mind frame IN THE MORNING !!!!!
5. Remember past successes and relive those in order to carry them on in your life
6. Make time to be silent....Meditate and Think about what happened, what is happening and what do you want to happen.
7. Block out all types of media scare tactics. The media is designed to scare people.
8. Think of doing things that other people have not thought of.
9. Do not pile on too many goals at once. Start small and work your way up.
10. Write down every detail of your plan. Plan it out and then make it happen.
Courtesy of Tariq Nasheed of www.macklessonsradio.com
1. Always research what you want to achieve
2. Don not be afraid to fail
3. Stop Comparing yourself to other people- Compare yourself to yourself
4. Get into a positive mind frame IN THE MORNING !!!!!
5. Remember past successes and relive those in order to carry them on in your life
6. Make time to be silent....Meditate and Think about what happened, what is happening and what do you want to happen.
7. Block out all types of media scare tactics. The media is designed to scare people.
8. Think of doing things that other people have not thought of.
9. Do not pile on too many goals at once. Start small and work your way up.
10. Write down every detail of your plan. Plan it out and then make it happen.
Courtesy of Tariq Nasheed of www.macklessonsradio.com
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Tribute to Roy Ayers
This has to be one of the most well known, unknown musicians in History. If you don't know who Roy Ayers is you will definitely know now. Please engage and enjoy. He has been performing for over 40 years and is 72 years old and going strong. Truly a living legend and a musical genius.
Tribute to Beautiful Black Women
In light of all the ups and downs of our daily lives and work schedules. I would like to take the time to express my gratitude for God's many gifts to our world.
Enjoy and there is more where this came from.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Floyd Mayweather: The Best is yet to come !
Floyd Mayweather is absolutely, positively the best pound for pound fighter right now in Boxing. I am predicting from now, he will drop Manny Pacquiao (when he finally decides to muster up some courage and fight). If you do not believe me, please feel free to click play on this video and watch Floyd Mayweather do his thing. Boxing excellence and pin point accuracy at its finest.
-Sean Salty Sax
Friday, December 2, 2011
Todays Motivational Quote on Positivity !!!
"My philosophy is that not only are you responsible for your life, but doing the best at this moment puts you in the best
place for the next moment."
Beyond The Quote
As you take every step on your journey to success, never lose sight of how the actions you take now will ultimately roll up into the
results you see in the future.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Mack Lessons Radio: Jumpstart Your Grind
How to Jump Start your grind
1. Always research what you want to achieve
2. Don not be afraid to fail
3. Stop Comparing yourself to other people- Compare yourself to yourself
4. Get into a positive mind frame IN THE MORNING !!!!!
5. Remember past successes and relive those in order to carry them on in your life
6. Make time to be silent....Meditate and Think about what happened, what is happening and what do you want to happen.
7. Block out all types of media scare tactics. The media is designed to scare people.
8. Think of doing things that other people have not thought of.
9. Do not pile on too many goals at once. Start small and work your way up.
10. Write down every detail of your plan. Plan it out and then make it happen.
This list was created by Mr.Tariq Nasheed from the http://macklessonsradio.com website. This is definitely one of my most favourite sites online right now. Not only does he provide all men with immaculate and intelligent game. He is also very educated providing historical lessons on culture, current events, relationship advice and dating strategies. I am an avid listener of the Mack Lessons Radio and highly recommend this to any of my viewers.
Have a great day.
1. Always research what you want to achieve
2. Don not be afraid to fail
3. Stop Comparing yourself to other people- Compare yourself to yourself
4. Get into a positive mind frame IN THE MORNING !!!!!
5. Remember past successes and relive those in order to carry them on in your life
6. Make time to be silent....Meditate and Think about what happened, what is happening and what do you want to happen.
7. Block out all types of media scare tactics. The media is designed to scare people.
8. Think of doing things that other people have not thought of.
9. Do not pile on too many goals at once. Start small and work your way up.
10. Write down every detail of your plan. Plan it out and then make it happen.
This list was created by Mr.Tariq Nasheed from the http://macklessonsradio.com website. This is definitely one of my most favourite sites online right now. Not only does he provide all men with immaculate and intelligent game. He is also very educated providing historical lessons on culture, current events, relationship advice and dating strategies. I am an avid listener of the Mack Lessons Radio and highly recommend this to any of my viewers.
Have a great day.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Annndddd We Are Back !!!
New and Improved. We will be going forward with our regular scheduled blog programming and making sure that you are up to date with our experiences in the social, work and entertainment world.
Have a great weekend and stay tuned. We have been off for a while but I promise you will be up and running harder, better, faster, stronger.
Regards,
Sean Salty Sax
Have a great weekend and stay tuned. We have been off for a while but I promise you will be up and running harder, better, faster, stronger.
Regards,
Sean Salty Sax
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Things that Make you go Hmmm
Over the last year or two, I've noticed the similarities between mens and womens fashion. With this being said, I'm convinced now more than ever that women's fashion is responsible for the inspiration for modern day mens attire. If I may, examples of the past include skinny jeans, combat boots. But my latest point in case proves it all ---> Animal Print Jackets for Men. Take a look for youself and let us know what you think about the future of men's fashion.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Best Places to Live in Toronto
http://www.livingin-canada.com/best-places-to-live-in-toronto.html
Best Places to Live in Toronto
Toronto is a huge, sprawling city which offers any number of neighbourhood-characteristics and different lifestyles.
Our criteria for selecting good places to live may seem pedestrian to our more avant-garde readers, but they are focused around the fact that the majority of people prefer living in areas with low crime rates, good schools for their children - if they have any - and good access to the downtown (central city) area of Toronto.
We'll specify what we think are some of the best places to live in Greater Toronto. If we don't mention somewhere, that doesn't mean you should strike it off your list. There are a large number of neighbourhoods you could choose in Greater Toronto that meet our criteria. From these, we've picked our personal favourites and listed them in alphabetical order.
You should consider our suggestions as starting points. Some places we suggest, such as Markham, have large populations. Even though we think Markham - and others - are great places to live, they can be big places, and you will naturally find some neighbourhoods suit you better than others.
Farther from the city there is more space for new homes to be built, so you will find much of the area's rapid population growth has been accommodated in places outside the city of Toronto but within commuting distance of downtown Toronto.
Many new-build homes have appeared in Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan and a number of other areas. These are often referred to as cookie-cutter developments on the basis that the houses have as much individuality as cookies cut using the same cutter. These developments of detached, family homes tend to offer smaller gardens and less individuality in housing styles than older developments. Nevertheless, the rooms in these houses can be generously sized and the developments offer many families all the facilities they want and the opportunity to experience a considerably better lifestyle than their home countries could offer.
The Best Places to Live in Toronto:
Toronto Streetcar
House Prices
House prices correct in the fourth quarter of 2010.
The Beaches
The Beaches lies on the shore of Lake Ontario, just a few kilometres east of Toronto's financial/commercial district. Streetcars from the Beaches take half-an-hour or so to reach the commercial district. The area offers its residents (and large numbers of visitors) a thriving, family friendly, cafe culture, with plenty of restaurants and bars. The area can become too busy at times for some residents.
Most of the Beaches' 20,000 residents have British Isles ancestry. Britons and other Europeans continue to make up the majority of newcomers. About one-tenth of the Beaches population is made up of visible minorities - the main groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
You will need to budget in the region of $1 million to buy an average detached home in The Beaches, and more for the most sought after parts. $500,000+ will buy you a typical semi-detached house. Crime levels in the sometimes very busy Beaches, while never high, are not as low as in our other choices.
Bloor Village West/ Roncesvalles/ High Park
Bloor Village West, Roncesvalles and High Park are three different neighbourhoods which lie adjacent to one another. Housing in all of these areas is expensive - expect to pay over $750,000 for an average, detached home. Most of the population in each of the neighbourhoods has British Isles ancestry.
Bloor Village West is known for its quiet, leafy streets. It has plenty of restaurants and bars and lies about 30 minutes from Toronto's commercial district by subway. About one-sixth of Bloor Village West's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
Roncesvalles was once known as Toronto's Polish neighbourhood. Again, it is a leafy area with large, traditional homes in quiet streets. Homes are cheaper here than in the adjoining High Park. Expect to pay over $750,000 for an average, detached home. About one-third of Roncesvalles' population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
High Park's centrepiece is the 400 acre park from which the neighbourhood takes its name. Families who can afford million dollar homes and who want the convenience of a location close to the commercial heart of the city but with plenty of trees and parkland gravitate to High Park. About one-sixth of High Park's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
These neighbourhoods have good transport connections and are about 20-30 minutes from Toronto's business district in rush hour.
Burlington at Christmas
Burlington
The city of Burlington lies on the shore of Lake Ontario about 50 km (30 miles) south-east of Toronto. From Burlington the GO train takes 45 to 50 minutes to reach Union Station in the heart of Toronto.
Most of Burlington's population of 170,000 have British Isles ancestry. Less than ten percent of the population are visible minorities.
The city's residents enjoy the use of almost 3,000 acres of park land, eight golf courses, four indoor and two outdoor pools, three splash pads, seven ice pads, and six community centres.
A typical detached house in Burlington will cost $500,000+.
Leaside
Leaside is regarded as one of Toronto's top areas. It is a wealthy, leafy area known for its quality of life, good schools and convenient access to Toronto's commercial heart by road (The Bayview extension). Leaside homes are expensive - you will need to budget over $1 million for an average, detached home in sought after streets here. You should budget $600,000+ for an average semi-detached home.
Most of the current population has British Isles ancestry and it remains a popular choice with wealthier British immigrants.
About one-tenth of Leaside's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
Markham
The town of Markham lies about 17 km (10 miles) or half-an-hour by GO train north of Toronto's commercial centre. 30 years ago, Markham was a small, semi-rural town but since then it has grown remarkably quickly.
At the time of the 2006 census, Markham's population was 261,000 and it has been growing since by an average of about 10,000 people each year. The town claims for itself the title of Canada's high technology capital - with some justification, given the presence of Apple, IBM, Lucent, Motorola, Toshiba and Sun Microsystems amongst others.
Buyers should budget over $600,000 for a typical, detached home in Markham or about $400,000 for a semi-detached house.
About two-third's of Markhams' population are visible minorities. More than half of Markham's population is Chinese or South Asian by ancestry and the town is a popular choice with Chinese/Hong Kong immigrants.
Snow in Suburban Toronto
Oakville
The town of Oakville lies on Lake Ontario's shore, about 35 km (22 miles) or 35 minutes by GO train, south-west of Toronto's commercial centre.
Oakville's prosperous population is predominantly of British Isles ancestry and the town remains popular with newcomers from the UK. Visible minorities make up slightly less than one-fifth of the population - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
The town has 2,500 acres of parkland, good schools, large numbers of play areas for children and two boating marinas.
Older homes tend to lie at the southern end of the town, closer to the lake. A large number of new houses have been built in the northern part of Oakville and these cost less than those in the southern part of town. Buyers should budget about $600,000+ for a typical, detached home in Oakville - although homes tend to be more expensive in the older part of town, nearer the waterfront.
Richmond Hill
The town of Richmond Hill lies about 25 km (15 miles) or half-an-hour by GO train, north of Toronto's commercial centre. At the time of the 2006 census, the town's population was 162,000 and growing rapidly.
Richmond Hill's prosperous population have diverse backgrounds, with visible minorities making up half of the population. The main minority groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
Richmond Hill has over 166 parks offering facilities such as nature trails, playgrounds, sports and athletic fields, picnic areas, tennis courts. The town also has 1360 acres of natural, environmental area for recreation.
About $600,000 - $750,000 buys a typical, detached house in Richmond Hill. Typical semi-detached houses cost $375,000 - $475,000.
Vaughan
The city of Vaughan lies about 21 km (13 miles) north of Toronto's commercial centre.
At the time of the 2006 census, the town's population was 238,000 and growing rapidly. Vaughan's population was just 30,000 in 1981. It is expected to exceed 300,000 by 2021.
The city's largest employers are the Wonderland amusement park, which employs more than 3,000 people, and UPS (United Parcel Services) employing 2,000 people.
More people in Vaughan identify themselves as Italian or Jewish by origin than by any other ethnicity. Visible minorities make up just over a quarter of the population. The main minority groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
Buyers should budget around $550,000 to $650,000 to buy a typical detached house in Vaughan or about $425,000 for a semi-detached house. Detached houses account for almost 80 percent of all residential property in Vaughan.
Best Places to Live in Toronto
Toronto is a huge, sprawling city which offers any number of neighbourhood-characteristics and different lifestyles.
Our criteria for selecting good places to live may seem pedestrian to our more avant-garde readers, but they are focused around the fact that the majority of people prefer living in areas with low crime rates, good schools for their children - if they have any - and good access to the downtown (central city) area of Toronto.
We'll specify what we think are some of the best places to live in Greater Toronto. If we don't mention somewhere, that doesn't mean you should strike it off your list. There are a large number of neighbourhoods you could choose in Greater Toronto that meet our criteria. From these, we've picked our personal favourites and listed them in alphabetical order.
You should consider our suggestions as starting points. Some places we suggest, such as Markham, have large populations. Even though we think Markham - and others - are great places to live, they can be big places, and you will naturally find some neighbourhoods suit you better than others.
Farther from the city there is more space for new homes to be built, so you will find much of the area's rapid population growth has been accommodated in places outside the city of Toronto but within commuting distance of downtown Toronto.
Many new-build homes have appeared in Richmond Hill, Markham, Vaughan and a number of other areas. These are often referred to as cookie-cutter developments on the basis that the houses have as much individuality as cookies cut using the same cutter. These developments of detached, family homes tend to offer smaller gardens and less individuality in housing styles than older developments. Nevertheless, the rooms in these houses can be generously sized and the developments offer many families all the facilities they want and the opportunity to experience a considerably better lifestyle than their home countries could offer.
The Best Places to Live in Toronto:
Toronto Streetcar
House Prices
House prices correct in the fourth quarter of 2010.
The Beaches
The Beaches lies on the shore of Lake Ontario, just a few kilometres east of Toronto's financial/commercial district. Streetcars from the Beaches take half-an-hour or so to reach the commercial district. The area offers its residents (and large numbers of visitors) a thriving, family friendly, cafe culture, with plenty of restaurants and bars. The area can become too busy at times for some residents.
Most of the Beaches' 20,000 residents have British Isles ancestry. Britons and other Europeans continue to make up the majority of newcomers. About one-tenth of the Beaches population is made up of visible minorities - the main groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
You will need to budget in the region of $1 million to buy an average detached home in The Beaches, and more for the most sought after parts. $500,000+ will buy you a typical semi-detached house. Crime levels in the sometimes very busy Beaches, while never high, are not as low as in our other choices.
Bloor Village West/ Roncesvalles/ High Park
Bloor Village West, Roncesvalles and High Park are three different neighbourhoods which lie adjacent to one another. Housing in all of these areas is expensive - expect to pay over $750,000 for an average, detached home. Most of the population in each of the neighbourhoods has British Isles ancestry.
Bloor Village West is known for its quiet, leafy streets. It has plenty of restaurants and bars and lies about 30 minutes from Toronto's commercial district by subway. About one-sixth of Bloor Village West's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
Roncesvalles was once known as Toronto's Polish neighbourhood. Again, it is a leafy area with large, traditional homes in quiet streets. Homes are cheaper here than in the adjoining High Park. Expect to pay over $750,000 for an average, detached home. About one-third of Roncesvalles' population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
High Park's centrepiece is the 400 acre park from which the neighbourhood takes its name. Families who can afford million dollar homes and who want the convenience of a location close to the commercial heart of the city but with plenty of trees and parkland gravitate to High Park. About one-sixth of High Park's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
These neighbourhoods have good transport connections and are about 20-30 minutes from Toronto's business district in rush hour.
Burlington at Christmas
Burlington
The city of Burlington lies on the shore of Lake Ontario about 50 km (30 miles) south-east of Toronto. From Burlington the GO train takes 45 to 50 minutes to reach Union Station in the heart of Toronto.
Most of Burlington's population of 170,000 have British Isles ancestry. Less than ten percent of the population are visible minorities.
The city's residents enjoy the use of almost 3,000 acres of park land, eight golf courses, four indoor and two outdoor pools, three splash pads, seven ice pads, and six community centres.
A typical detached house in Burlington will cost $500,000+.
Leaside
Leaside is regarded as one of Toronto's top areas. It is a wealthy, leafy area known for its quality of life, good schools and convenient access to Toronto's commercial heart by road (The Bayview extension). Leaside homes are expensive - you will need to budget over $1 million for an average, detached home in sought after streets here. You should budget $600,000+ for an average semi-detached home.
Most of the current population has British Isles ancestry and it remains a popular choice with wealthier British immigrants.
About one-tenth of Leaside's population are visible minorities - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
Markham
The town of Markham lies about 17 km (10 miles) or half-an-hour by GO train north of Toronto's commercial centre. 30 years ago, Markham was a small, semi-rural town but since then it has grown remarkably quickly.
At the time of the 2006 census, Markham's population was 261,000 and it has been growing since by an average of about 10,000 people each year. The town claims for itself the title of Canada's high technology capital - with some justification, given the presence of Apple, IBM, Lucent, Motorola, Toshiba and Sun Microsystems amongst others.
Buyers should budget over $600,000 for a typical, detached home in Markham or about $400,000 for a semi-detached house.
About two-third's of Markhams' population are visible minorities. More than half of Markham's population is Chinese or South Asian by ancestry and the town is a popular choice with Chinese/Hong Kong immigrants.
Snow in Suburban Toronto
Oakville
The town of Oakville lies on Lake Ontario's shore, about 35 km (22 miles) or 35 minutes by GO train, south-west of Toronto's commercial centre.
Oakville's prosperous population is predominantly of British Isles ancestry and the town remains popular with newcomers from the UK. Visible minorities make up slightly less than one-fifth of the population - the main groups are South East Asian and Chinese.
The town has 2,500 acres of parkland, good schools, large numbers of play areas for children and two boating marinas.
Older homes tend to lie at the southern end of the town, closer to the lake. A large number of new houses have been built in the northern part of Oakville and these cost less than those in the southern part of town. Buyers should budget about $600,000+ for a typical, detached home in Oakville - although homes tend to be more expensive in the older part of town, nearer the waterfront.
Richmond Hill
The town of Richmond Hill lies about 25 km (15 miles) or half-an-hour by GO train, north of Toronto's commercial centre. At the time of the 2006 census, the town's population was 162,000 and growing rapidly.
Richmond Hill's prosperous population have diverse backgrounds, with visible minorities making up half of the population. The main minority groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
Richmond Hill has over 166 parks offering facilities such as nature trails, playgrounds, sports and athletic fields, picnic areas, tennis courts. The town also has 1360 acres of natural, environmental area for recreation.
About $600,000 - $750,000 buys a typical, detached house in Richmond Hill. Typical semi-detached houses cost $375,000 - $475,000.
Vaughan
The city of Vaughan lies about 21 km (13 miles) north of Toronto's commercial centre.
At the time of the 2006 census, the town's population was 238,000 and growing rapidly. Vaughan's population was just 30,000 in 1981. It is expected to exceed 300,000 by 2021.
The city's largest employers are the Wonderland amusement park, which employs more than 3,000 people, and UPS (United Parcel Services) employing 2,000 people.
More people in Vaughan identify themselves as Italian or Jewish by origin than by any other ethnicity. Visible minorities make up just over a quarter of the population. The main minority groups are Chinese and South East Asian.
Buyers should budget around $550,000 to $650,000 to buy a typical detached house in Vaughan or about $425,000 for a semi-detached house. Detached houses account for almost 80 percent of all residential property in Vaughan.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Pay Box
If you're part of the new age online buyers and sellers, then you are probably familiar with the various payment systems online such as PayPal. Well, there's great news - an even newer service designed by PayBox is developing an online currency and payment processing service to make buying and selling online easier, more secure and available to everyone. They are designing this service with the help of a dedicated group of Early Bird users who are contributing ideas and feedback. Pay Box is completly free to join; Early Bird users are offered $50 to sign up and $20 per day. According to the Pay Box website, you need to log in frequently and participate in online surveys or your account will be terminated for inactivity. The information that Pay Box asks for isn't enought to damage my privacy and they haven't spammed my inbox. In my opinion, if you're willing to do a little work, then Pay Box is worth joining and it is possible that the early subscribers will make a lot of money. If you would like to get paid as an Early Bird user or need more info: http://www.paybox.me/r/nmiles
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
If you're not happy in your life ... do something about it.
Either that, or shut the fU6k up!
Life isn't easy, especially with the recession, high gas prices, poor job security, winter weather, broken nails, paper cuts and the pair of shoes you really really wanted being sold out.
But, to be honest with you ... it's not that serious!
Reality is, if you are able to move around on your own 2, have air in your lungs, that allow you to huff and puff when you don't get your way and a house to go home to, at the end of a night when no one was trying to hear your weak pickup lines? Then you're doing pretty good.
When faced with the alternatives or even when you compare yourself or see someone who's REALLY not catching a break, you'll realize that when you say "fU6k my life", you're being a little dramatic.
If you have always wanted to buy a bike, DO IT.
If you have never had the courage to talk to that pretty girl in your class, MAN the fU6k up.
If you want to hit the gym and live out the kanye west - workout plan, get to it.
The only person standing in the way of you doing what you want is YOU and all your negative thoughts.
Either woman/man the fU6k up or shut the fU6k up!
Back fat is not a good look, even if we're talking about a cut of meat
Ladies ... ladies ladies ... it's March 2, which if you didn't realize is an indication that winter is nearing it's end and spring is on the horizon.
Please, pretty please with cherries on top, can you take care of your bodies?
I was going to let this slide but the number of examples of woman disguising themselves as sausages/pig in a blanket/or tube steaks, I've seen over the last week is alarming.
No one is perfect and really this is just a matter of opinion, but when your back is looking like this...
...it may be time to hit the gym and hit it hard!
I'm just saying.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Planet Groove Anyone ?...Remembering Rachel (pronounced "Ray Chaal")
Ah man sitting here at work remembering some of my favourite moments on BET (when it wasn't so offensive to every black person in Canada) and a particular women comes to my mind. This post is simple and straightforward.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Mickey Mouse Is Back (By The Way)
M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E !!!!
Hey remember the days when we all used to wear Disney related products and celebrate Disney !!!!
Well these days are back and this summer I guarantee that you will see some certified cool guys/girls (TM) wearing Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and any other animal on their shirts, hats and or jackets.
Please remember where you heard it first here at TWO GRASSHOPPERS !
Hey remember the days when we all used to wear Disney related products and celebrate Disney !!!!
Well these days are back and this summer I guarantee that you will see some certified cool guys/girls (TM) wearing Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and any other animal on their shirts, hats and or jackets.
Please remember where you heard it first here at TWO GRASSHOPPERS !
You really gonna wear those ?
Today's post is short but sweet. What the hell are these ? Men are wearing these now ? Really ?!!!!?
What's next men's tights ? Men's dresses ?
That is all....
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Attainable New Years Resolutions!!
Happy New Year on behalf of Two Grasshoppers!!
We hope that all of our readers had a safe and happy Holiday Season. 2011 is a new year, full of new possibilities and experiences. This year, I've decided to set goals for the new year - not just one set resolution. I figure, why limit myself?? My list consists of 12 goals that will help me to achieve a larger one - a more fulfilling life. If you haven't already set new years goals or are looking to revamp your current one, here are somet tips on how to make your resolutions attainable.
1. Consider making smaller resolutions that will help you achieve a larger goal.
2. Allow for Change. Things may not always go as planned, so don't give up - leave room to refurbish your goal(s) if needed.
3. Measure your resolution(s) on a weekly or monthly basis. This will help you to determine whether or not you are actually getting closer to your goals or not moving forward at all.
4. Reward yourself. Once you have achieved your goal(s), reward yourself to keep up the motivation and move forward.
We hope that all of our readers had a safe and happy Holiday Season. 2011 is a new year, full of new possibilities and experiences. This year, I've decided to set goals for the new year - not just one set resolution. I figure, why limit myself?? My list consists of 12 goals that will help me to achieve a larger one - a more fulfilling life. If you haven't already set new years goals or are looking to revamp your current one, here are somet tips on how to make your resolutions attainable.
1. Consider making smaller resolutions that will help you achieve a larger goal.
2. Allow for Change. Things may not always go as planned, so don't give up - leave room to refurbish your goal(s) if needed.
3. Measure your resolution(s) on a weekly or monthly basis. This will help you to determine whether or not you are actually getting closer to your goals or not moving forward at all.
4. Reward yourself. Once you have achieved your goal(s), reward yourself to keep up the motivation and move forward.
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