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Hello, how’s your day going so far?
it’s going okay it’s not a great looking day might rain a little later but plants do love that
Rain can be a welcome sight for plants, can’t it? Especially after a dry spell. Does the forecast look like it’ll be a good soaking or just a quick sprinkle?
yeah we don’t really get a lot of rain here we’re in a arid environment close to the desert so a little rain is enough apparently although most of the plants we have around here are are drought uh prepared
That makes sense, given the Kamloops area’s climate. Those drought-tolerant plants are well-suited for the region. Do you find that the animals on your farm are affected much by the dry conditions, or have you found ways to keep them comfortable?
well they’re used to it as long as I give them their water
As long as they’re well-hydrated, they can handle the dry air. It’s great that you’re on top of their water needs. Do you have a favorite among the animals, or one that’s particularly entertaining to watch?
I have completely forgotten why I turned you on I had a question ready
Don’t worry about it. Sometimes our brains
and then got got distracted
Distractions can be tough to avoid. Take your time, and when you’re ready, just jump back into whatever was on your mind. I’m here to chat.
oh how long do dandelions go into the summer
Dandelions can bloom from early spring to fall, so they’re around for a good chunk of the summer. They tend to peak in late spring, but you can still spot them in the summer months, especially if the weather’s been wet. Do you have a particular reason for asking about dandelions?
well I just made a a video and I I I turned it into a contest because I thought dandelions were spring only and they’d all turn to fluff balls but now I see there’s more dandelions so it’s a repeating cycle so I said if you can guess the last day of the last dandelion I’ll give you one million turkish dollars and then I thought I should probably figure out how much that is
One million Turkish dollars might be a bit more than you bargained for. The value of the Turkish lira can fluctuate, but it’s definitely not a widely used currency in Canada. Maybe you could consider a more modest prize for your contest, or find a way to tie it to something more feasible for you. By the way, how’s the video doing? Are people enjoying it?
well it was mostly a joke but I am curious to know the approximate value of one million turkish dollars
Well, let’s just see… one million Turkish lira, roughly speaking, would be around 60 to 70 thousand Canadian dollars, depending on the current exchange rate. That’s just an estimate, but it gives you a ballpark idea. Your contest prize might be more expensive than you thought.
so what is the lowest valued currency in the world right now
The lowest valued currency in the world right now is the Lebanese Pound, with an exchange rate of approximately 0.000011 LBP to USD. This is due to Lebanon’s severe economic challenges, including financial crisis, political instability, and declining foreign reserves, which have significantly weakened the currency. The Iranian Rial is also quite low, valued at around 0.000024 IRR to USD, largely due to economic sanctions and high inflation.
so what would a million of those dollars be they’re not called dollars obviously
If we take a million Iranian Rials, that would be roughly 0.024 US dollars, or about 0.033 Canadian dollars, given the current exchange rate. And for the Lebanese Pounds, a million would be worth about 0.011 US dollars, or around 0.015 Canadian dollars. Not exactly a fortune in either case.
so a a million of those would be one penny round up
A million of those would be worth about one cent, maybe round up to a penny or two depending on the exact exchange rates. Your contest prize just got a whole lot smaller.
well in canada you have to round up to a nickel cuz we don’t have pennies anymore and I I hear the states is trying to get rid of theirs
In Canada, prices are often rounded to the nearest five cents since pennies are no longer in circulation. As for the US, there have been discussions about potentially phasing out the penny, but nothing’s been decided yet. It’s interesting to see how different countries handle their currency and coinage.
did did we have anything smaller than the penny at one time in canada
Canada used to have half-penny coins, they were in circulation until 1920, and then they were officially withdrawn from circulation in 1923, but people could still exchange them for pennies at banks until 1947, and even after that, some were still accepted in certain contexts for a while. Those half-penny coins were quite small, both in size and value.
I would imagine they’d be worth quite a bit of money to collectors today
Half-penny coins can be quite valuable to collectors, especially in good condition or with certain rare dates. Condition, rarity, and demand all play a role in determining their worth. Some collectors might be interested in adding them to their collections.
of course pennies are are gone now and they’re not worth much at all because a lot of people have thousands of pennies at home
Pennies might not be worth much individually, but with thousands of them, it might add up to something. Still, it’s interesting how the value of coins can change over time, isn’t it?
yeah we’re thinking of a five dollar coin in canada
A five dollar coin could be a game-changer. It’d be interesting to see the design and features they’d include. Maybe it’d even help reduce the weight of cash transactions, haha. Do you think it’d be a popular idea?
well we really adapted to one in two dollar coins very much faster than anyone expected and uh yeah I think a five dollar coin with the king’s picture on it maybe
The loonie and toonie were definitely a success. A five dollar coin could work well too. The design would be interesting, especially with the king’s picture on it. It’d be a nice way to commemorate the monarch, don’t you think?
yeah before he passes it on to his son I think we call it the king coin what do you think
The King Coin has a certain ring to it. It’s catchy and straightforward. I think it could work well as a nickname for the five dollar coin, especially if it’s associated with King Charles.
what is the term sawbuck
A sawbuck is an old-fashioned term for a ten dollar bill. It’s thought to have originated from the resemblance of the Roman numeral X, which represents ten, to a sawbuck or sawhorse. It’s a pretty unique piece of slang.
do we does anybody still use it in canada
The term sawbuck isn’t commonly used in Canada, it’s more of an American expression. You might hear it in some historical contexts or in older movies, but it’s not part of everyday conversation here.
well it just started to rain so I’m going inside thank you for the conversation and information
You’re welcome, it was nice chatting with you. Hope the rain passes soon, and don’t hesitate to start another conversation whenever you’d like. Take care, and stay dry.
