Thread Drift

[CyclChyk]

We have 3 indoor cats, and I only vacuum once every 3 weeks or so...always seeing little fur tumbleweeds rolling by. Vacuuming is just not that high on the list. It's hard enough cleaning 3 cat boxes every day, but I'm good about doing that part. (crabcakes, anyone?..)

Kelowna, I don't think it would hurt to sit down with your daughter and let her know what is expected of her if she lives in the household. Somehow you must let her know that being grownup includes having respect and consideration for others.

Very well said. Well...... except for the crabcakes. That part was kinda gross.....:p

[Trek420]

kelownagirl "Then she kicked the dog......I was tempted to remind her that it was MY home and she was living here FOR FREE, and that at 23, you'd think she MIGHT do a little housework beyond her own stuff. I bit my tongue and walked away because she's always much ruder than I and will win a b*tch contest so why get into it. I don't think there's anything bad going on her life to make her obnoxious - I think it's just her way."

I don't have kids (that I know of :p ) but no one harms my dog. I'd like to think that if someone (Let's say a 23 year old kid I did not know about shows up at my doorway "Hi Mom") and kicked my dog she'd find out what a deal she'd getting by having to pay for rent/utilities/phone/tv/food....

Why not charge her rent?

I think sometimes people do not appreciate what's free. If you feel that she should get free rent you could put the money in an account when she does move out .... give it back to start her off :p .

If she doesn't move out...use the cash to get a Riv.

[CyclChyk]

kelownagirl "Then she kicked the dog......
I don't have kids (that I know of :p ) but no one harms my dog.

I so wanted to go off on that one but bit my tongue. You did it much more ladylike than I would have. :p

[Trek420]

Well, I'm not saying that you did anything wrong kelownagirl, but misstreating people sometimes starts with animals. She needs to learn its never ok to strike another person (unless clearly self defense and then all bets are off) and to treat others with respect.

Let her start with animals.

Whatever's got her goat there are lots of other ways to deal with it....find a hill to climb, that works for me. That's why I'm so (cough cough, ignore the riders laughing hystericly in the background) good at climbing.

And so the dogs don't fear her, maybe she should be the one to feed and brush them?

[Lise]

....can't...keep...up....:eek:

OK, in no particular order: I rode my bike (the Green Hornet) yesterday, for the first time in a month (+). To and from work + about 6 hard fast miles on the lakefront. All I had time for, but MAN did it feel good. The temps have been in the 60s for two days, incredible in November. Last fling. Colder, probably snow this weekend.

Went for a brisk, nearly 2 hr walk with a friend who used to be my running buddy, but is preggers now, and is a walking buddy. She's an OB/GYN doc, so we can talk about stuff no one else could stand to listen to from work. Plus everything else in our lives. :)

Things with J are good. I'm getting to look at my desire to run away when someone treats me well. No one's ever treated me this well. Ever. So. This is what it's s'posed to feel like. Nice.

Enough about me...and I don't mean to leave anyone out, but of course I will. Lisa, welcome to TD, no invitation needed, but a warped sense of humor required. Think you've proven that one. Little gnome men?!? heheheheheheh! Davy Jones and David Cassidy being BIG favorites of mine. Sad day when I got taller than Davy Jones. By three inches. Briskly rubbing....HA! HAHAHAHA! Gross! :eek: :p

X-your job is a tough one. Mine is tough sometimes. Sometimes I can dissociate, sometimes I can't. It usually gets me in the end, when I get home. I've gotten better at lovingly detaching, but some days are really hard. Feel free to PM me if you ever want.

MP-great to see you! I'm missing the fishdr, too.

Dar-feel better. I know it sucks and feels rotton that IL guy's not calling. In retrospect, I see it as the Universe/God/whatever plucking these *wrong for me* men right out of my life. "Move along sir. Don't block the aisle for the *right* one." If this guy were able to appreciate you as you should be appreciated, he'd be doing it already. Sorry though. You know I know how it feels.

KN-have a wonderful time.

'night, TD. Sleep tight.

[kelownagirl]

You are SO right about the animal thing. That's the part that really gets to me. Just so you know, I am not avoiding dealing with her, I could just see that it would have deteriorated into a shouting match if I had responded to her at that moment. I decided to wait until I was calmer, and she was calmer, and let her know that her attitude and behaviour is unacceptable. Sometimes when I respond in anger, I say things I don't intend to. She's home this evening and once I get the little guy into bed, I'm going to have a talk with her.

Thanks for the wise advice and for allowing me to vent.

barb

PS Trek - why not charge her rent? Well, bit of a longer story but I really wanted her to go to university and I told her at one time that I couldn't afford to send her to school out of town but as long as she was in school, she could live here rent free. My mom made that deal with me and it worked well. Of course, I didn't snarl at her and criticize her housekeeping...

[CyclChyk]

KEL - she probably was trying to get a rise out of you so the fact that you DIDN'T react probably did more good than if you had.

DAR - I thinks its in the "guy manual" not to call a chick for at least 3 (as much as a week) days after the "date". Otherwise they start thinking that you think they are hooked or easily swayed by your will, blah blah....... I wouldn't worry about it yet. Its just testosterone running its course. After all, we are talking about YOU. Of course he's gonna call ;)

LISE - good for your accomplishments today! However you put me to shame...

[snapdragen]

I should be packing, instead here I am.

I'm very excited

[jobob]

Have the Big Fun ! :D

And remember, put a chip on 22 for me.

[annie]

Kelowna - did you have your talk with your daughter yet? If so, I hope it went well! If not, good luck. Sometimes its really hard to love your kids!

Are you feeling better yet, Dar? Hope so. Food poisoning is very icky. :(

Are you purring when you talk about J, Lise? ;) It was very nice here this week, too, but all goes downhill tomorrow. :(

Bmo3, this is probably a stupid question, but I've been wondering why it's okay for you to run but not any other exercise? I always think of running as more strenuous than biking. So I'm confused.....

Elections are over!!! I'm not really going to bring up politics, TE, just happy that they're over and my DH won his race. Whew!! It wasn't as close as we expected so that was even better. I'm hoping life slows down to a normal crazy pace now instead of the hyper-crazy pace it was at. :rolleyes:

Wishing good trips to all the travelers!

All those little gnome men?? I LIKED them! Short, but cute (well, they were cute at one time.) I wouldn't've had to look up to talk to them if I had ever met them.....

Scary question - anyone here ever even think about having a boob job? I must be having a mid-life crisis!!! Maybe it'll pass!

annie

[salsabike]

I should be packing, instead here I am.

I'm very excited

Hey, it's the Vegas trip ALREADY? Cool! Payoff for sitting through that shpiel. The first thing I'd do would be to ride the New York New York rollercoaster. (then my neck would hurt for three years)



Oh, I just have to share this story from the BBC
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/wear/6132140.stm

C

Ah, another Darwin Award candidate. CC, do you get the Darwin Award books where you live? If not, tell me and I'll send you one immediately! No kidding.


Salsabike,
we had to give the "water needles" to our beloved Maine coon kitty Pearl 3-4 times a week for a whole year and a half. She had almost died from kidney failure, but has now apparently totally recovered. Pretty miraculous...but then again she was only 5 years old and so she was able to bounce back. Just wanted to say I know the dreary fluid injection routine, and you have my sympathies. Is someone helping you hold her while you do it?- I couldn't have done it without DH holding Pearl steady.

Leo DiCaprio....hmmm. It just seems to me no matter how old he gets he still looks like a boy. Gave me the creeps in Titanic watching him make out, he looked like pedophile bait! Doesn't turn me on. I may show my age here by naming other male stars who had that boy/baby face look and wound up in their 40's looking like weird baby Yoda-gnomes: Davy Jones, Paul McCartney, David Cassidy, Mickey Rooney....anybody know of other examples of "boylymen"? :eek: :rolleyes:

Lisa S.H: 1) YOU are funny as hell! 2) Oh, yeah, Mr. Salsa holds her. I cannot figure out how one person could do all that. You'd definitely need a third arm/hand at least. Whoof.



Salsa - good news about the Beeper!!!! I'm also wondering about Fishjr and the bees.... I hope they're settled in well. The PP just finished soccer and is all fired up about a new friend of mine I met in my mediation class who has horses. So we're spending a lot of time hanging out with them at the barn, and she's learning care and grooming. Which is great. And free. Unlike lessons, ownership, etc.

I was a total horse lover at that age too. Still wish I'd had one...PP being able to do that for free is the best deal possible! Most of the fun, little of the $$$. She's really a cutie in those pictures.


I'm briskly rubbing some frozen raviolis over a toad right now!
If that doesn't appeal to you, I could try to sear some grilled cheese sandwiches with tiny wrinkled-gnome Leo DeCaprio face images. Maybe I could sell them on Ebay and get enough money to buy more biking clothes!

Still laughing, Lisa S.H.,,


salsabike: Sorry to hear about Beeper. It is tough, especially to have to give subq fluids. I had a puppy who was born with defective kidneys and lost him at 10 months, so I know the pain that you are going through.

Aw, JEEZ. THAT is awful. 10 months is WAY too early. It does help to know that the Beeper's had a very good life. We did lose a very beloved cat at 1 1/2 years old. It's just not right.



The Beeper was livelier for a couple of days, and is now quiet again, so we're a little worried. But she will get her kidney values rechecked Monday and we'll see what next.

The weather here absolutely stinks. Rain, flooding. To use one of my most mature expressions, PU. Bleah.

Won a several-week-long argument with the skilled nursing facility to get Mom back on a restorative PT program. Scary. You really have to climb all over them to get their attention. Arggh!

I miss Mimitabby's kind heart, sharp thinking, and sunny approach to life. Hope she's having a great time in Italy.

I want a snake. Maybe after the house expansion is finished...

For those who haven't yet seen it, check out the Tyson on a skateboard thread. A dog of superior talents!

I went to a Personal Safety class last night at the Redmond Police Dept. Aside from the fact that the presenter was a totally adorable and VERY funny cop, it was really outstanding--practical, real, smart, good handout. At least some of it was based on Gavin De Becker's The Gift of Fear stuff.

So Mr. Salsa and I have decided to be a little badly behaved and are getting slab granite for the new master bathroom countertop. We are big rock hunters/collectors, after all, so it's hard for us to not get a good piece of rock (as opposed to tiles, which are cheaper but not as "rock-like"--can't see the big patterns in tiles). You get to go to warehouses and look at slabs and pick your own. Big fun. I DID tell you guys I was easily amused, didn't I? I'm sure we'll like debtor's prison...

[Trek420]

kelownagirl "Thanks for the wise advice and for allowing me to vent."

feel free to vent. And I really could not give advice, I'm just an armchair quarterback in this stuff. You're the one doing the hardest job in the world,

"PS Trek - why not charge her rent? Well, bit of a longer story but I really wanted her to go to university and I told her at one time that I couldn't afford to send her to school out of town but as long as she was in school, she could live here rent free."

OK, so...is she in school?

"My mom made that deal with me and it worked well. Of course, I didn't snarl at her and criticize her housekeeping..."

Snarl at my Mom? and live? :cool:

I know I was not and easy kid to raise and in some ways I put my parents through heck but the only time I EVER raised my voice at my Mom was....when last year she at 84 offered to help me in my epic struggle to lift my sisters POS comfort bike to the top of the roof rack I sternly told her I'd do it myself and .... imediately apologised.

I was afraid any help, change in balance I'd fall over backwards and hurt her.

The older I get the smarter my Mom is and as a child I frequently remember being told "your Matties kid? She's brilliant".

I've always respected my Mom. She's the orriginal supermom.

[kelownagirl]

Annie - I did talk to her. I am very disappointed and sad though. She refused to talk to me. I started by asking her nicely if there was anything bothering her (ie in her personal life) that was stressing her out or making her unhappy and angry. She responded by saying everything about living here bothered her. I asked again, besides being annoyed by dog hair and your brother I mean? -No, just that. I can't stand it here any more. I'm getting the h*ll out of here.

So now I figure I can't even do my rant about "while you're living here, for FREE, under MY roof you will treat me, my dogs, your brother with respect" thing, but I do anyway. She denies kicking the dog, claims she just pushed him aside with her leg as she walked by him (I didn't see it, son told me), so I don't push this one. I do continue to insist that she's had it very good here etc etc. She cuts me off, she doesn't want to talk about it. -Well I DO want to talk about it. -Don't bother, just go back upstairs, I'm going to be out of here is two days.

Well thanks so much. Thanks for paying for my education. Thanks for letting me live here for free for the past 8 months.... What a freaking slap in the face. How I can I have raised this child? I would SO not have ever talked to my mom like that. I just shook my head and walked away. Yes, it is time for you move out honey. I'm just sorry I didn't get to be the one to say it to her.

[annie]

Oh, wow, that is such a downer, Kelowna! I would feel the same as you do if one of my children talked to me that way. Well, you KNOW you've been a good parent and loved and cared for her. Sometimes there's no good explanation for how things turn out. I just feel bad for YOU, that you've got to deal with this. Maybe if she actually moves out and you don't have to interact with each other on a daily basis, things might actually get better. It sounds like she has some very large issues that she is not dealing with and she's taking it out on you. She knows you'll love her no matter what. If she leaves, she won't have you to turn on and maybe that will force her to handle whatever it is that's causing her to be so angry. Hard to say. I wish the best for you both.

annie

[snapdragen]

salsa - this isn't the free trip, this is another one:rolleyes: Gonna go see the Rolling Stones at MGM. My trip buddies also want to go over and hang out at the Rio - stalking Prince. We tried to get tickets to see him too, but alas, we failed.

kelowna - Have you tried "Don't let the door hit you in the a$$ on the way out"? I agree, it sounds like daughter has some issues. Hopefully she'll work them out and become human again.

[salsabike]

Hey, Kelownagirl, don't totally lose heart. In a few years when she's grown up a little more, the good times will come back. My parents were pretty great, and in my teens I put them through a few years of undeserved hell. When I got over myself and we got close again, it stayed that way. I think that happens a lot. For now, though...she needs to learn it's not okay to do that stuff. She will learn better elsewhere, perhaps--and you'll get a break from it too.

[Xrayted]

(BIG sigh) Finally home and have everything under control. Man, I've got a high maintenance family. They're all happy again so my job is done for the night. It's been an unusually loooooong week for me. Time to relax now and get caught up on TD.

Kelownagirl - I haven't got kids so I'd feel a bit out of line to give advice on this one. I do know that I've never raised my voice to my Mom and never would. Not that I didn't want to on occasion, but I just never saw it as an option to act like that. I'm a pretty deeply happy person though. It's unusual for me to not be smiling. Can't help it. Two of my four brothers are a completely different story. Miserable cusses all the time. The other two are an even mixture. We all grew up in the same house but...
It sounds like you're setting a good example even if she's not ready to follow it yet. Just keep being a good Mom and roll model and I'm sure she'll come around and grow up. Like Trek said, it's the hardest job in the world. Sometimes the hardest part is being patient and letting them find their own path to adulthood.



The older I get the smarter my Mom is and as a child I frequently remember being told "your Matties kid? She's brilliant".

I suspect you're just like your Mom, Trek. :cool:



I should be packing, instead here I am.

I'm very excited

Mmmmm, Vegas. What a great place to go to do all kinds of crazy things that you wouldn't dare admit to once you get home. Have a blast Snap and don't forget to go to the top of the Stratosphere. Great photo ops. Bad for "the do" though. :D

[crazycanuck]

Just flying in to tell you I saw something rather interesting after my run this morning...

I saw two Kookaburas mating...interesting..:eek:

Back later...

[kelownagirl]

kelowna - Have you tried "Don't let the door hit you in the a$$ on the way out"? I agree, it sounds like daughter has some issues. Hopefully she'll work them out and become human again.


Snap - hahaha, love that one... Wish I'd thought of that at the time.

My faith in my child-raising skills was restored after having a long talk with my other daughter (21) tonight. (Shemoved to Vancouver last summer - I miss her so much...) She helped to see some things a little more clearly...

Have a great time in Vegas! Remember "what happens in Vegas...."
I'm SO envious of you getting to see the Stones... sigh...

[chickwhorips]

snap have fun in VEGAS!!!!!

annie i did think about it at one time, just because i wanted to be perkier, then thought about a lift, then decided i liked mine and if they were any bigger than they are i would have problems. did that help?

cc hope your not devistated from your "findings".

i have made it to phoenix, feel like cr@p but i'm here. it can only get better. right?

[Pax]

Just flying in to tell you I saw something rather interesting after my run this morning...

I saw two Kookaburas mating...interesting..:eek:

Back later...

Cool, I think...what is a kookabura?

[DebW]

CWR, rest up and have a good time in Phoenix.

Annie, congrats to your husband. Was his race local, statewide, or national?


Just flying in to tell you I saw something rather interesting after my run this morning...

I saw two Kookaburas mating...interesting..:eek:


Cool, CC. I think you need to sing us the kookabura song, or imitate their laugh, or describe their mating behavior. If you're really bored, you can do all three.


Have a blast Snap and don't forget to go to the top of the Stratosphere.

X. is finally talking about something that I understand. Oh, that was "Stratosphere", not "stratosphere". doh!

Last night I decided to bite the bullet and do it. I took the rear wheel off my old frame (which I don't ride anywhere but on the trainer any more) and swapped out the axle to convert it from 5-speed to 6-speed. Oddly, it should have been only a 6 mm spacer add on the freewheel side, and adding 6 mm there matches my current wheel, but the non-freewheel side needs to lose 1 mm. Gotta go buy another spacer (2 mm instead of 3 mm). Then the wheel will need a major re-dish (which means it will never go back on the old frame -- kinda sad). Anyway, these wheels are clincher, Mavic MA-2 rims and Performance sealed-bearing hubs (which feel far smoother than my 33 year old Campy hubs). I'd like to put on some 28 mm tires with reflective sidewalls for night commutes. I do love my sewup wheels, but a wider tire might be useful on occasion.

You all have good weekends, especially those of you celebrating Veteran's Day. Any veterans on the board?

[Pax]

Any veterans on the board?

I am, and I've got the day off!! Since it might hit 60 today I'm going for a long motorcycle ride.

[crazycanuck]

Queen-a kookabura is a native Australian bird. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kookabura
The only way to describe thier mating style would be how most large four legged animals do it..It was rather funny.

In terms of their laugh, it looks like they're rolling thier chest upwards in order to make the sound. You'd have to see it to understand.
Wayyy back in thread drift or somewhere on TE we discussed them...long ago in a galaxy far away..

Queen-what part of the forces did you serve in?

CWR-how is your trip so far? Enjoying some warmish weather?

c

[CyclChyk]

SNAP - If you win - SHARE !!!!! :D

ANNIE - Boob job? Oh hell yeh! My avitar is 30lbs lighter than I am right now but as soon as I drop those lbs, new boobs here I come! :eek: :D

[crazycanuck]

Hi, I need your ladies advice. I want to get someone a certain t shirt. I don't know this lady well but would you give this as a gift?

http://www.cafepress.com/buy/breast+cancer/-/pv_design_prod/p_1293967.68332357/pNo_68332357/id_13736471/fpt__P___________Dc_PXi__FD___aF/opt_/c_0/pg_

c

[Nanci]

Kookaburra sits in the old gum treee eeee
Merry merry king of the bush is heee eeee

I just got done putting new Gatorskins on Lava. My thumbs hurt. And, to top it off, I put the first one, the rear of course, on backwards. I don't think it would make much of a difference on a road tire, but- it would bug me. So I had to re-do it. I _knew_ which way it was supposed to go, but I put it on from the wrong side of the wheel.

I noticed at IM FL that my rear Michelin Pro Race had a lot of knicks and a big slit. I don't have that many miles on those tires- maybe a couple thousand? I put over 4000 on the Bontrager Race Lites, which I loved. No more Michelins for me. They just always looked shoddy- even brand new.

So I decided to try Gatorskins. I only had one flat with the Bontragers, when I ran over a second bottle neck in one evening, and no flats with the Michelins. Still...Brevet season will be starting up in January again- and I just want to see.

I could use some lighter wheels, though.

Got to see Inez for 30 seconds last night.

Choco and I made up a new game. The old game was, he'd crawl along my hand, and almost drop off, and I'd say "You're gonna fall...you're gonna fall!!!" And then he'd drop off but catch himself with his tail at the last second. Then I'd say "You're never going to be able to pull yourself back up! It's too far!!" and then he'd crawl back up himself. We do it over and over and over. It's good exercise for him.

The other old game was I'd wind him around both index fingers and thumbs, in a kind of figure eight, then start winding him like bicycle pedals, in that motion, but instead of getting tangled up or falling off, he'd just move in time with my hands, staying in one place.

The new game is, he hangs down from my left hand, hanging by his tail. I put my right hand where he can barely reach it, and he reaches down, and down, and his tail grip gets less and less, then he makes contact with my hand, and gradually shifts his weight to my right hand, and stiffens up his spine that's out in mid-air so when he lets go with his tail, he doesn't just flop down, but stays straight like a stick till he can crawl the whole way onto my other hand.

He is so talented!

Salsa, that's cool that you want a snake. If I were you, I'd go to a reptile show and look at everything. I would get a baby that was three or four months old- eating well- not a fragile tiny hatchling. They are so fun at the baby stage, when you can hold them in one hand and do whatever else you were doing with the other.

They're fun when they are big and strong, too.

[Pax]

Queen-what part of the forces did you serve in?
I was in the Army for a short while a lifetime ago. Didn't much care for it, were you in the service??

[Trek420]

crazycanuck

there's also this and it benefits a breast cancer charity

http://www.breastcancerfund.org/site/apps/ka/ec/product.asp?c=kwKXLdPaE&b=67794&en=fhIGIROBLhKLKZOJJ9KGL2MNLpIWKZNDLhLPJ5PQIvG&ProductID=91960

they also have socks and jerseys etc. The socks are wonderful, most comfy I have ever worn.

[crazycanuck]

QUeen-I wasn't in the forces, my dad was. I'm a military brat...My father was the head of logistics for the Cdn forces and served for 36yrs. Thankfully he retired about 4yrs ago.

He's happily retired driving a school bus. He struggles with PTSD but is doing well.

Somehow I feel like i'm posting for Knotted as she's not around...

c

WHERE IS DIRT DIVA???? DENISE223??

[DebW]

My dad was drafted into the army at 18 during WWII. Wanted air corp but got stuck in the infantry fighting in Europe and wounded twice. He would never talk about it when I was a kid, except how much he hated the army. Then about 6 years ago, he wrote up a memoir of his army service and self-published 10 copies. I finally got to know that part of my dad's history. Not something anyone could possibly wish on any 18 year old kid. But after being wounded the 2nd time, my dad convinced a psychiatrist that he was shell-shocked and crazy, so they didn't send him to the front a 3rd time. Instead he got a desk job in LeHavre, France towards the end of the war and went to the beach every day.

Kudos and thanks to everyone who has served. May our future leaders have the wisdom to avoid war.

P.S.
When my dad was discharged from the army, he was given a paper listing the civilian occupations that his army training had prepared him for. There was only one thing on the list: walrus hunter. He became a mechanical engineer instead.

[Trek420]

Xrayted "Two of my four brothers are a completely different story. Miserable cusses all the time. The other two are an even mixture. We all grew up in the same house but..."

Even though it's the same house and family things change along the way so your siblings experience family is differently. Sorry that 2 out of 4 brothers agree to be misserable, X. Life's too short to be miserable.

I suspect that my sibs may be jealous that by the time I came around my parents were getting out of farming and into a more middle class lifestyle where there were things I got to do that they didn't.

While we lived in the same place, rural Sonoma country and I caught the tail end of the family farm experience they got much more of it; both parents pretty much there all the time, 4H....

"I suspect you're just like your Mom, Trek. :cool:"

Nah, I know some here think I'm kinda smart, my Mom is truly amazing.

Snap, have a blast in Vegas.

Nanci, the snake games sound so cute.

Crazyc, I just talked to Knott who is on the road.

Like many in his generation my Dad went to enlist in WWII, because of his eyesight he was 4F. So he went to work. There were plenty of jobs in those days but he ended up at Kaiser Shipyards in Richmond where my Mom also worked.

He started in the warehouse and went up the ranks. He won several awards for procedures that increased production and reduced the number of absentee workers. Later when the Army came back around to pick up 4F men for desk positions so that others could be moved to the front kaiser said "no, he's doing you more good here".

[Xrayted]

Even though it's the same house and family things change along the way so your siblings experience family is differently. Sorry that 2 out of 4 brothers agree to be misserable, X. Life's too short to be miserable.

I suspect that my sibs may be jealous that by the time I came around my parents were getting out of farming and into a more middle class lifestyle where there were things I got to do that they didn't.

"I suspect you're just like your Mom, Trek. :cool:"

Nah, I know some here think I'm kinda smart, my Mom is truly amazing.


You're right. We did grow up differently I guess. The first 2 are the cranky ones. Had it worse than the rest of us b/c they came first, blah, blah, blah. The next 2 are much better and we hang out a lot but they have their moments. They won't back down no matter what. Stubborness runs rampant in the family. :rolleyes: I was a bit behind the others and the only girl. I grew up at the beach where their childhoods were spent in PA on the farm. I was brought up in a very diverse community. They most definitely were not. My take on life-in-general doesn't really fit in around here. I'm the laid back to the extreme type. I get serious when I need to, completely passionate in certain situations, but I'd much rather allow things to flow where they may. Don't fix what ain't broke. I just want to be happy and help those around me to be happy. Too simple a philosophy for some I guess. Most of the time, I find it impossible to accomplish both simultaneously. I've given up my own happiness way too much in the past to keep peace and harmony (and tolerance) flowing. I'm kinda at the end of my rope on a few things lately, tho.

As for the smarts comment, you definitely are like you're Mom. And humble to boot. ;) Heck, Trek, you make me wanna go out and read more. Explore the world. Get into a little trouble. (just a little :p )

Tell Knot we all say hi and hope she's happy and having fun. That's what it's about afterall. She so deserves it!

See y'all tonight.

X.

[Trek420]

Xrayted "Tell Knot we all say hi and hope she's happy and having fun. That's what it's about afterall. She so deserves it!"

Just spoke to her...she's past Portland. Well, got to get to work.

TTYL TE TD.

[Bikingmomof3]

I really must learn not to sleep, I miss so much on TD.

Lise- I am so pleased everything is going well with you and J. :D Yes, good men are indeed kind and you deserve to be treated well. :)

Snap- Have a blast in Las Vegas! Pictures, Snap, we will need pictures. Some of us do not even know what a vacation is. ;)

Annie- this is not a stupid question, " Bmo3, this is probably a stupid question, but I've been wondering why it's okay for you to run but not any other exercise? I always think of running as more strenuous than biking. So I'm confused....." When I was placed on the original aspirin regime and the CCB, we knew it would drop my BP. Right now it stays abound 90/55. Side effect besides being dizzy and tired is fainting. So, he did not want me driving due to the side effects of the CCB and my stroke risk, paralysis, and vision loss. Biking, ditto-I guess he figured a high speed (stop laughing, it is a high speed for what I can manage) fall would be bad. Also my balance stinks right now. Swimming-fainting in a pool is a bad idea, I do not recommend it. ;) Now running, I never mentioned to him. I had not really thought of it at the time. So I take DH or my "coach"-son. This way, I do not have too far to fall, if I feel badly we are right by home (my runs are boring loops around my home), they always have a cell phone handy, my neighbours are all around should help be needed, etc.

CONGRATS to your husband and to you. What office was he elected into?

Boob job-not for me. I am not a fan of hospitals and surgeries. Gravity has not been kind, but I have learned to love my body (for the most part). I am hoping with continued running my breasts will shrink. I am a 36B/C and was a lot larger. I do not like the size now, it make buying tops a PITA.

Salsa-I agree and I love reading the Darwin Awards. :D Congrats on the granite!! I am SO envious. I want to rip out the carpet and put in hardwoods floors. We need a new garage door and roof. Sigh. Where is the money tree when I need it?

Kelownagirl-maybe on her own she will grow up, maybe not. It does not reflect your parenting. You could always offer to help her pack. ;)

X-I waited all night for you to show up. (tapping my foot with my arms crossed). Cool pic. I love your hair.

CC-you see the coolest things on your runs. :cool:

CWR- congrats on finally arriving in Phoenix! I have a little surprise for you when you get home-well I am hoping to time it for after you get back. Geek alert-DH has shown EVERYONE in the chemistry/geology departments his Alaskan collection. He even took the shells! :eek: He is so proud of the road.

Deb- I have not touched my bike in so long, I have almost forgotten what it feels like.

Queen-Thank you for serving our country. Happy Veteran's Day.

Nanci-Choco does indeed sound quite talented. :) Have BF take some photos. I am glad Inez allowed herself to be seen.

Trek-when you speak with Knot again, tell her she is missed!

[mimitabby]

Catch me up! Where is Knot? (never mind, i found her post. 4 day weekend. that's good!)

Boob job?? omigod, if i had more stuff in my breasts they would already be below my waist! GIRLS, what goes UP MUST come down!! if you do not like your
breasts, get a pop up bra!! If you have surgery, in 20 years, you will need more surgery!!! (or less, depending on gravity!!!)

EEEEK!!!

Nanci your new snake sounds cool i would love to see him doing figure 8's

[Kitsune06]

If Trek said Knot was passing PDX at 8ish, she should now be near Salem and in another hour Eugene. Give her another hour-ish and she'll be passing by Roseburg (there's a nice little place there for coffee by the side of the hwy if she needs it, but I forget the name....) ...haven't been much further down I-5 myself... I hope she has a good drive!

Chica, take care, have fun in Phoenix. You told me you would, so you better. *hug*

[mtbdarby]

Mimi, the grass is always greener on the other side you know;) So how was the Italy trip?

I still feel like crap but at least the room has stopped spinning. I'm at work today and in a foul mood - I feel like crap, IL guy dumped me, we're getting 3-5" of snow as we speak and my drive home will probably take 45 minutes because people have to "relearn" how to drive in the snow. I need a hug.

Annie, congrats to dh on the victory!

Off to put a little soup and 7up in my tummy. I lost 5 lbs yesterday and didn't even throw up. Too bad it'll be back as soon as I eat....I hope my little guy doesn't get sick.

[Bikingmomof3]

I still feel like crap but at least the room has stopped spinning. I'm at work today and in a foul mood - I feel like crap

I am impresssed you went in sick. Now go home! No one else wants to become ill and you need your rest. Go straight home and diectly to bed.


IL guy dumped me

His loss and you are better off. You derserve someone better. I know it does not make you feel better now, but out with the old to make room for Mr. Right.[/QUOTE]


we're getting 3-5" of snow

My turn to cry. :( It feels like freaking summer here-house is very, very hot. I hate Ohio! I want snow! I am a lover of snow and wound up where we almost never see snow more than a few days a year. :(


I need a hug.

((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((Dar))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))

[mimitabby]

the grass here is VERY green. And squishy. I need an amphibian bike. we're 9" above average for the year!!!

the trip to Italy went very well. As I expected it was very intense, I have some cousins who are getting up there in years, and slowly but surely I am getting better at speaking italian too all, so I am getting more and more attached to them all.

i posted some photos in this thread.
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?p=143360#post143360

[CyclChyk]

DAR - Il guy is obviously smoking something he shouldn't be. Best to stay away from him anyway.

MIMI - welcome back!! I want pics! Is Italy as gorgeous as I imagine it is??? Oh.. .theres your pic link .... call me stoooooopid.......:p

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Salsa-
Have you tired buying some of that special milk for cats? It's got the lactic acid removed, and has a few nutrients added too. Comes in little boxes, mine is called Cat-Sip. My kidney-iffy cat loves it, and it ADDS FLUIDS to their system!! Look into it, maybe your local fancy pet store has it. You can also mix it in with their canned food. They actually have it at my Price Chopper supermarket.

Kelowna-
From what you said your daughter said when you spoke to her, it sounds to me more like she is feeling sad, frustrated, and inadequate, not like she is necessarily "spoiled". People that age are not good at directing their insecurities towards the appropriate direction. I feel for her. I think right now instead of concentrating on her bad behavior, you should just try to make her feel loved and welcome. Working on selfish behavior can always come later. She must feel like she has no way out of her present situation, no choices. She probably feels the resentment from other family members (even though she may have CAUSED the resntment, no matter). Give her love and reassurance for the moment- she needs to feel safe and loved while she works on deciding what to do in her life next. Once she is out, you won't have the chance anymore.

Weird incident:
Yesterday on my 21 mile "daily" ride through the countryside, a flock of blackbirds flew across the road in front of me, and I saw that there was one albino white one amongst them. Cool, I thought.
Today, on the same ride, in a different part, another flocks of blackbirds crosses in front of me and lands en masse in a bare tree as I cycle past them. There was the white bird again in their midst.
Does this mean something?? Is it an omen?? :eek:

[snapdragen]

I'm packed - with far too much I'm sure. Hey, at least I'm leaving the laptop at home! :D

I have my usual pre-trip "I don't wanna go" mood strapped on tight. I'm used to it now, so I just ignore it and know when I get to where I'm going I will be thrilled. Someday I'll figure out why I do it!

Everyone behave yourselves! If not, document it all here int TD......:rolleyes:

Byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

[Trek420]

Bikingmomof3 "His loss and you are better off. You derserve someone better. I know it does not make you feel better now, but out with the old to make room for Mr. Right"

((((Dar))))) was this the guy who couldn't wear a hat? We knew he was trouble

Bm3 thought just occured to me that my Mom (aforementioned smart one) has had a few TIAs, she still lives on her own independently, gardens, walks into town to do her shopping. I asked her what her secret is she says "keep moving". So keep moving.

Knott just called, 47 miles from CA boarder, she says she's stopping to eat and get gas (hopefully not at the same restaraunt ~ you knew I'd say that though) :p

Mimi, the food, the bikes...we wanna hear

Back to work...carry on TE TD

[maillotpois]

Have fun with Knot - wish I could join you guys for the ride...

Edit: Okay, well, maybe I don't actually qualify for the ride on any front - I went back and confirmed it's the singles, single sex ride. But still, it would be fun to join you - and at this point, I'd even ride with Republicans (not that I equate this ride to Republicans, but just thinking of a group to which I don't belong) if I were able to just get on the darned bike.

[Kitsune06]

((((Dar))))) was this the guy who couldn't wear a hat? We knew he was trouble
Knott just called, 47 miles from CA boarder, she says she's stopping to eat and get gas (hopefully not at the same restaraunt ~ you knew I'd say that though) :p

Mimi, the food, the bikes...we wanna hear

Back to work...carry on TE TD

He might be a 'flatlander' but he's a FIB in my mind, Dar.

Trek, I did know you'd say that. ;) :D Hope y'all have a nice visit!

[Bikingmomof3]

Snap-we shall do our best to behave while you are away. :rolleyes: Have an awesome time! :cool:

Trek-I agree with your mother-keep moving. :) I would love to join you and Knot. Pity, just like MP, I so do not qualify. :( Let us know when she arrives. I am a mom and worry when others travel. ;) Give Knot a huge hug from me, please?

Kit-when is your last day of work and where is the party?

Well, DH took me out of the house (he is home today due to the holiday) and I bought my SS a bike thingy (tech term it is not). Her ornamant is not here, but everything else I gathered together is. Hopefully I will be able to mail everything off Tuesday, which is early for me. :)

Nap time. I am trying to figure out if the after effects (is that a term?) of my stroke-me needing to nap-is a good or bad thing. Anyway, I am giving in to the nap, then will run this evening. There is something fun about running at night. :D

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

((((Dar))))) was this the guy who couldn't wear a hat? We knew he was trouble

I suspect that fish in the photo he sent was just a fake rubber fish he borrowed, a phoney prop so he could pose for a picture of his hairy bod. Any guy who sends a topless photo to a girl he doesn't know yet is immediately suspect. The hat merely clinches it. You'll meet somebody who doesn't need to show his hairy chest to be appealing. ;)

[annie]

Boob job?? omigod, if i had more stuff in my breasts they would already be below my waist! GIRLS, what goes UP MUST come down!! if you do not like your
breasts, get a pop up bra!! If you have surgery, in 20 years, you will need more surgery!!! (or less, depending on gravity!!!)

Done the pop-ups. There's more bra than boob. And nada in a sports bra. :rolleyes:



I still feel like crap but at least the room has stopped spinning. I'm at work today and in a foul mood - I feel like crap, IL guy dumped me, we're getting 3-5" of snow as we speak and my drive home will probably take 45 minutes because people have to "relearn" how to drive in the snow. I need a hug.

Annie, congrats to dh on the victory!
.

Get better fast, Dar! Thank for the congrats. He's a happy and relaxed man overnight! We've got snow coming down now, too. Supposed to get 1-3 inches. Ugh!



annie i did think about it at one time, just because i wanted to be perkier, then thought about a lift, then decided i liked mine and if they were any bigger than they are i would have problems. did that help?
(/QUOTE]

Helped in hearing your opinions, yes. I am not sure about this at all! Many conflicting thoughts. (For some unfathomable reason,CWR, I can't your post to come up as a quote! :confused: )

[QUOTE=DebW;143239]
Annie, congrats to your husband. Was his race local, statewide, or national?


It was local. The County Attorney race. He's now the head prosecutor in Dubuqe County, Iowa. :)



ANNIE - Boob job? Oh hell yeh! My avitar is 30lbs lighter than I am right now but as soon as I drop those lbs, new boobs here I come! :eek: :D

Yeah, when I lose weight, my boobs pretty much disappear. I can be chunky and be a barely B cup, or be at the weight I like and be down to an A.

Mimi, Your Italy trip sounds incredible!! Loved your pics. I wish we saw more bike riders like that here in the states.

I agree about the Michelins, Nanci. I love the road feel, riding with them, but there's no longetivity to them at all! They get side cuts really easy.

Have fun, Snap!! I've never been to Vegas. You can tell us the fun stories. ;)

SLOW day at work today. I think the weather is scaring people. Wimps! Here I sit, with 100's of bottles of wine, and I can't even sample. :( Not while officially on the clock. ::::sigh::::: Must be strong...........

Have a good weekend, TD! I'm outa here tomorrow, pretending to be a football fan. Don't go too crazy till I can catch up on Sunday, pretty please?!

annie

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Nap time. I am trying to figure out if the after effects (is that a term?) of my stroke-me needing to nap-is a good or bad thing.

BM3,
I've often read that our bodies repair themselves while we sleep.

[Bikingmomof3]

I always feel better after a brief nap. :) When I am tired, by paralysis is most pronounced.

[chickwhorips]

dar i'm sorry. get better and d@mn all the stupid boys!

im sure i have more to say, but i'm exausted. got part of my storage organized acutally went through boxes and threw a ton of stuff away. its taking more time than i thought. kit i'm trying to have a good time, i really am.

im off to relax and take a short nap. hopefully it will help make me feel better. :)

[Kitsune06]

Annie- CWR's didn't come up in the box b/c there's a parenthesis instead of a bracket in the last bit of her html.

CWR- I'm glad. Your boobs are nice the way they are. :)

Trek: ETA 7 or 8 pm? I'll be on shift then (as if it matters much) but have fun :)

Bmo3- Today's my last day. There's no real party b/c dgf has to work tomorrow morning. I was going to celebrate by going mountain biking with my (soon to be former) manager... I asked in person, he seemed excited... I switched out my tires and everything, got all packed up, emailed him with the plan and the time and request for his opinion...
no response. :(

Well **** it, I'll go anyway. Anyone want to go to Hagg lake with me for some spontaneous, cold muddy slick singletrack fun in the rain? We can go back to my house for hot coffee or tea... really!

[chickwhorips]

thanks kit :p i'm glad you like them.

BM3 i can't wait to see what it is and glad your hubby is still loving the simple things.

[Kitsune06]

CWR- ...well... I'm an independant judge. Totally unbiased and all that. :D

With all this talk of naps, I think I'll take one, too. TGIF. :D I'm so glad I scheduled in 2 days of 'extra' weekend to get myself accustomed to a new schedule (instead of awake at 10:30-11, work at 3, home at 11:30 or 12:30, sleep at 1 or 3ish...) it'll be closer to up at 6:30 or 7 (7 once I get a little faster biking to work) eat, dress, out the door at 7:30, get there at 8:30, wash up, eat something, ready for work at 9...

[Bikingmomof3]

Bmo3- Today's my last day. There's no real party b/c dgf has to work tomorrow morning. I was going to celebrate by going mountain biking with my (soon to be former) manager... I asked in person, he seemed excited... I switched out my tires and everything, got all packed up, emailed him with the plan and the time and request for his opinion...
no response. :(

Well **** it, I'll go anyway. Anyone want to go to Hagg lake with me for some spontaneous, cold muddy slick singletrack fun in the rain? We can go back to my house for hot coffee or tea... really!


HAPPY LAST DAY OF WORK!

I would love to visit you, I cannot bike though. :( I am sorry your manager never emailed back. That s*cks.

[Bikingmomof3]

BM3 i can't wait to see what it is and glad your hubby is still loving the simple things.

Yes can you imagine the conversation:

DH-You must come see what I have from Alaska, utterly fantastic!
Other Scientist-Sure, I have never been, but would love to study the geochemistry of Alaska!
DH-Okay, here it is (he hands over a zip lock baggie filled with black gravel)
Other Scientist-HUH?
DH-Look!!!!! Actual road from Cold Bay Alaska!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Other Scientist-mutters something about a commitment hearing....
DH-WAIT! You have not seen THE rocks!! If you promise to be careful, I will show you the sea shells.


At least he allowed me to keep the green glass. :cool:

[Offthegrid]

Well, I'm sitting here with a silly big grin on my face. The first meatloaf I've ever attempted to cook is in the oven, along with some sweet potatoes and green beans.

I know, what 27 year old has never cooked meatloaf? But dumb ex-fiance refused to try it, so I never cooked it. (I have, of course, eaten meatloaf; just never cooked it.)

But I'm absolutely exhausted, so I think this Friday night will be ending quite early for me. I want to get a nice ride in tomorrow.

Kutsune, good luck at the new gig. A new adventure awaits.

RE: boob jobs. I'm afraid if I actually lose 100 pounds, I will definitely be wanting some surgery. Don't know if I will actually have it done, though.

[Bikingmomof3]

Offthegrid- Way to go on your first meatloaf!! :D

As for weight loss, I shed to be exact, 73 pounds. (YAY!) I shed the weight very slowly, all the while building up lean muscle. Everything is back where it should be, except the ravages of a belly expanding to accomadate 2 pregnancies (one being with twins) and the effects of gravity on my breasts. Thank goodness for good bras. :) So a bikini is out of the question, otherwise I am quite happy with my body. :cool:

Edited: I am 10 years older than you :eek: so I would imagine your body will be even more lovely than it is now and gravity will not have bothered it yet.

[mtbdarby]

Quiet night, huh? Thanks for all the kind words ladies - you have lifted my spirits!

I took my son to a traveling rain forest show that came to town tonight. He had a rain foresty looking backdrop and showed off some parrots, gators, a cervil, chimp and a python. Very cool! The python was huge and took 2 adult handlers to hold it. While they were holding it, it's tail kept going up the crotch of one of the guys and feeling him up - it was quite hilarious. B and I got our picture taken with the chimp. I'll try and scan it later.

Safe travels Snap and CWR.

I have about 5 inches of very heavy snow to shovel in the morning so I'll head to bed so I wake up all refreshed. I need to take the munchkin shopping for boots tomorrow so he can play in the snow!

Have a great night everyone!

[salsabike]

Have a cozy warm night, Dar. IL guy is just making room for better guys to come. And have fun playing in the snow with the little guy---first snow of the season; he'll love it! Don't forget the hot chocolate for both of you.

[Kitsune06]

Oh, Dar, I'm jealous! Have fun in your snow, and pretend about six shovel-fulls are for me, m'kay? I haven't shoveled in 3 years and I kinda miss it. A lot. Have a good time :)

[kelownagirl]

BMo3 - wow 73 lbs - I am so impressed. Even more so by your attitude and personality btw. What kind of paralysis do you have? Is it very pronounced? MIL had a stroke about 10 days ago but she's 89. Still can't imagine it at your age...

Kits - enjoy (?) your last day/night at work! When do you start the new job? Did you go MTbiking? I haven't been on my bike for two weeks :( Maybe this weekend, in between writing report cards...

mtbdarby - snow! we had a few flakes today but nothing stuck. Won't be long now though. Got my snow tires on finally this week. How old is your son?

Offthegrid- youngest daughter emailed me today for a meatloaf recipe. She says she's trying to be just like me and needs all my recipes. Sometimes kids really know how to make you feel good :)

boob jobs. Used to think I wanted/needed one (when I was 21, skinny as a rail and a double A) but once I gained weight, didn't need it anymore. Now I just don't think it's that important. I can live with the sag....

Yay it's a long weekend! I am in desperate need of 3 days off....

[Kitsune06]

Kelowna- I start my new job Monday morning, bright 'n early. I'm going to drive in the first week-ish to get the lay of the land, driving my twisty, weird biking route so I know it well before trying to bike it. I'll go biking tomorrow morning-ish, probably... gotta test out the rain jacket and new neoprene gloves :)

It's always so scary leaving what you're used to... but I know this'll be good for me... just gotta keep going. :eyeroll:

At least I have coke and ouzo waiting for me when I get home tonight.

[Xrayted]

Boy that was a loooong day again. Our ER and OR are just hopping lately. Had an OR on a friend late tonight. :( I didn't know it was her until I was already in there and she was out cold. Talk about shocker. I stuck around afterwards until they woke her up so I was the first face she would see. Gave her a big hug and kiss and let her know it went really well. Tucked her in before I left tonight. Kinda bummed me out but I kept a smile plastered on my mug just the same.
Here's the rub... Since I work in my hometown hospital, I'm constantly working on people I know. I never know quite what to do or say in these situations. On one hand, I'm their tech and on the other, I'm their friend/family. I can't tell them about anything that I see, so it's hard.
I'm the sappy type though and that gets me in trouble quite often. I got caught awhile back singing to a little one in my family while she was a patient in peds. (Dreamland by Mary Chapin Carpenter. She just loves that one before bed.) I tried to tell the nurses that she's family, but I got a rash of (funny) crud for a week from them up there. (Ok, I was wearing a rubber nose at the time. :o ) Who cares, I took the ribbing. The kid felt better and that's what counts, right?
Well, anyway, now I know what I'll be doing part of tomorrow. Visiting a sick friend in the hospital. I hope I hold it together. I'm worried about her.

Ok, time to catch up here.


I am, and I've got the day off!! Since it might hit 60 today I'm going for a long motorcycle ride.
Ah, yer breakin' my heart, Queen.:D Hope you had a fun and safe trip. Happy Veterans Day and thank you.



X-I waited all night for you to show up. (tapping my foot with my arms crossed). Cool pic. I love your hair.
Sorry, another very special person was in need of some TLC last night. I know you'd understand. Sorry you missed sleep but I see you caught a nap today. As for the hair... ya need another nap dear. And maybe glasses. Bifocals. :D


Chica, take care, have fun in Phoenix. You told me you would, so you better. *hug*
Yup, what she said. ;) :)


I need a hug.
Careful what ya wish for, Dar. I'm a very huggy kind of person. (((((((((((((((Dar))))))))))))))))



i posted some photos in this thread.
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?p=143360#post143360
Very cool pics, mimi. And they're wearing heels. Gotta love that. :) :)


Weird incident:
Yesterday on my 21 mile "daily" ride through the countryside, a flock of blackbirds flew across the road in front of me, and I saw that there was one albino white one amongst them. Cool, I thought.
Today, on the same ride, in a different part, another flocks of blackbirds crosses in front of me and lands en masse in a bare tree as I cycle past them. There was the white bird again in their midst.
Does this mean something?? Is it an omen?? :eek:
Nah, probably just got sh*t on by the others. (you shoulda seen the other comment I started to write :eek: )


Knott just called, 47 miles from CA boarder, she says she's stopping to eat and get gas (hopefully not at the same restaraunt ~ you knew I'd say that though) :p
**shaking head** Don't ever change Trek. ;) Give her all our best next time you talk.


CWR- I'm glad. Your boobs are nice the way they are. :)
Should I? No, I can't. But, I gotta say it...

Don't....do....it....X....no!.... pifft. Too late.

Do I hear a second on that quote? SECOND!!!
Don't look at me like that, Kit started it. **pointing my finger westward towards Oregon** :rolleyes: :D


Bmo3- Today's my last day. There's no real party b/c dgf has to work tomorrow morning. I was going to celebrate by going mountain biking with my (soon to be former) manager... I asked in person, he seemed excited... I switched out my tires and everything, got all packed up, emailed him with the plan and the time and request for his opinion...
no response. :(

Well **** it, I'll go anyway. Anyone want to go to Hagg lake with me for some spontaneous, cold muddy slick singletrack fun in the rain? We can go back to my house for hot coffee or tea... really!

Oh, oh, me, me, me!! Oh, oh! Shoot, she picked CWR. **walks away kicking the dirt, head down, bottom lip quivering** :p I never get to play in the mud anymore.


Well, I'm sitting here with a silly big grin on my face. The first meatloaf I've ever attempted to cook is in the oven, along with some sweet potatoes and green beans.


I love meatloaf. And sweet potatoes. And green beans. When's dinner? Can I bring something?

BMo3 - congrats on the 73 pounds!!! I'm so proud of you.

As for the boob job - there are many drawbacks to these. Loss of nipple sensitivity, they will still sag - just further, and they can hide a breast cancer b/c we can't see through them like tissue. They have to be pushed way up into the chest muscle area to see properly. It's so much easier to miss a cancer with them. And honestly, they just don't feel right. I vote for natural boobs anyday. And what's so wrong with smaller ones anyway?

Alright, I've got some pressing things to get to before bed, so 'night TD. Sweet dreams.

X.

[Kitsune06]

HAHAHAhahaha! Where's the *laughing so hard you're crying* smilie?!

X- you rock. If I'm ever stuck in the hospital, I want you to do my films. Put that blamin' finger down, young lady! and... oh, I can't say it. Not here, but you're gonna hear it from me. CWR, lend me your bears....

CWR- See? If it weren't for me, who'd be pointing out how nice your boobs are and giving you weird, bizarre nicknames? :D

You can both go riding with me tomorrow if you can make it over here in time... :D

[chickwhorips]

good point. so gee thanks. :p

[Kitsune06]

Anything to make you feel warm 'n fuzzy. :D

[Xrayted]

hehehe Not going there. Too late at night and I'm punchy. Never know what might come out. Speaking of which, I got the message and as you can see, all is taken care of. Thanks Kit!

See ya little sistas! Take care of yourselves. :)

X.

[margo49]

Yesterday on my 21 mile "daily" ride through the countryside, a flock of blackbirds flew across the road in front of me, and I saw that there was one albino white one amongst them. Cool, I thought.
Today, on the same ride, in a different part, another flocks of blackbirds crosses in front of me and lands en masse in a bare tree as I cycle past them. There was the white bird again in their midst.
Does this mean something?? Is it an omen?? :eek:

We had a white raven 'round by the cows for a few years.

A few months ago I heard a kitten meowing apparently stuck in a tree. But on looking up I saw it was a raven doing a great imitation.

[Xrayted]

Congrats Kit!!!
So how does it feel to be happily unemployed for two days? (What a girl has to do to get a w/e off. Sheesh!!)

I'm outta here for a while. Got to ride today, it's just gorgeous. Going vehicle hunting too. Thought I found "the one", everything exactly what I wanted and then I see a 5-speed stick in the console. Shoot! I can drive stick, no problem, but I don't happen to want stick in a Jeep Wrangler. Too much bounce and since it will be my main car, I don't wanna be constantly shifting on my commute to work. Think I found another online so I'm heading out right after the bike ride. (priorities, ladies ;) ) I really want to be in a different car by next weekend. Got plans and the Jeep will come in very handy.

(((((xoxoxo))))) Sending a monster big hug out to some people today. I'm not real strong so I hope you can feel it way out there. ;)

Take care ladies and be safe!

X.

[salsabike]

We had a white raven 'round by the cows for a few years.

A few months ago I heard a kitten meowing apparently stuck in a tree. But on looking up I saw it was a raven doing a great imitation.

Margo seems to have the most interesting fauna of us all (to me, anyway). Margo, will you tell TD the other animals you often see on your rides? Know you've done it on the rides threads, but not here...

[Kitsune06]

Congrats Kit!!!
So how does it feel to be happily unemployed for two days? (What a girl has to do to get a w/e off. Sheesh!!)

I'm outta here for a while. Got to ride today, it's just gorgeous. Going vehicle hunting too. Thought I found "the one", everything exactly what I wanted and then I see a 5-speed stick in the console. Shoot! I can drive stick, no problem, but I don't happen to want stick in a Jeep Wrangler. Too much bounce and since it will be my main car, I don't wanna be constantly shifting on my commute to work. Think I found another online so I'm heading out right after the bike ride. (priorities, ladies ;) ) I really want to be in a different car by next weekend. Got plans and the Jeep will come in very handy.

(((((xoxoxo))))) Sending a monster big hug out to some people today. I'm not real strong so I hope you can feel it way out there. ;)

Take care ladies and be safe!

X.



I woke up this morning and felt my ribs and back pop, but didn't know why. There's the explanation! Yeah, man. I'm partying in style. Home maker for a couple days. Woo Hoo!

Gotta do my time at the computer, then go for a quick spin in the mud, clean up, meet my DGF at her work and go *shopping!* With bated breath, no less, ladies- she's going for jeans. :D I *love* a woman in jeans!

[chickwhorips]

today is the day i get my first massage and boy do i need it! woke up with the headache from you know where. i forgot how much stress just kills me.

x i'm not that strong either but i'll send a hug back to you. *squeeze*

kit enjoy the freedom and enjoy the mud for me. i forgot how dry it is down here.

[Kitsune06]

D'oh! I've been buried in Entourage all this time! Ok, ok, I'll go play with the bike.
*yells out the back toor*Hey! Miz Cakes! Over here!

:D Don't mind us, we're one little, weird, dysfunctional family. :D

Knot! Trek! You having fun yet? How'd the drive go? How's the ride? Forgive X, she knows not what she does. :eyeroll:

[KnottedYet]

* big goofy silly-a$$ grin *


MWBR

[Offthegrid]

I'm happy to report my meatloaf turned out heavenly! I mean, I *know* it's only meatloaf, but to a gal who calls cooking throwing a frozen dinner in the microwave, it was good. Too good. But I ate only once piece. :D

X, you're definitely invited to dinner anytime. I'm a sucker for good rolls or bread.

My boob job wouldn't make 'em bigger but smaller! I'm kinda in a weird phase right now because my sports bras are too loose but the next size down is too tight. I get so jealous of men sometimes.

73 pounds :eek: -- you rawk!

I'm trying not to think about having ~80 lbs to go. But I just tell myself, heck, if I can ride 30 miles with an 80 extra pounds on me, imagine what I could do when I lose the weight?

[Xrayted]

And just what makes you two think I was sending you a hug, huh? The nerve of some people. (Of course, I was tho. Among a few others. ;))

Geez, I go out for a nice little 40 on the bike, don't even get a chance to clean up and change or anything and I find out that I've done something else now?? PM's and emails galore!! :D I'm not sure what I am supposed to have done this time but I sure am sorry for whatever it was. Can you ever forgive me?? I won't be able to sleep otherwise. :( :(
Pleeeeeeeease?????

**walking away muttering to myself** Ya bunch of nut jobs... :D :D :D

[chickwhorips]

ya but you love us nut jobs. how else would you be entertained. ;)

nice pic ms buff.

[Xrayted]

Hush... quiet time now.


(and quit checkin' me out... I'm prayin' here woman. :rolleyes:)

**limps off muttering, shaking head** Some people's kids... just goes to show ya never can tell... feel violated somehow.

**raised eyebrow** Huh! Cool. :cool:

[Lise]

KN! Have fun! ;) :D

Just up from nap, starting a 24 hr call in 3 hr. Had a great time with J, and then went and saw "The Stinky Cheese Man", a children's play, with my 7 yr old nephew. Mom buys us tix to a series of 3 kids' plays every fall. Next year we get to start taking his sister, too.

Completely disoriented from attempting to catch up on TD....love to all! L.

[mtbdarby]

x - You studette! I'm praying I look like you some day;)

Lise, have fun on your shift. The play sounds cool.

Kit - so how was the mud run today? No biking for me today. A little icey yet! Congrats on the new job and have an awesome first day Monday (I know I'm early, but my memory has been a little shoddy lately).

OTG - way to go on the meatloaf. Baby steps girl! And you rawk for your own accomplishments woman. Way to go!

I had fun in the snow for all of you ladies today. We made snow angels, had a snowball fight, tried to make a snowman (the dogs never let us, they tear it apart as you're rolling it), went sledding and showed each other our best "moves" in the snow. Oh, and my little man is 4 - he's a hoot like his mamma:p

Operation FROG update: I was ready to throw in the towel already, cuz apparently my jerk magnet is still imbedded in my forehead, but I got on match again (just call me a glutton for punishment). I was emailing this other guy this week, divorced, 7yo son, blah, blah. And I thought I'd look him up on ccap as well and gee, guess what? He has an annullment/legal separation scheduled for 11/15. WTF PEOPLE! Is it TOO much to ask for to find a SINGLE guy without freakin' issues?? Now, I realize I'm not perfect by a long stretch, but I am divorced, not on medication, reasonally well adjusted and you don't have to tie a bone around my neck to get the dog to play with me. **takes deep breath** Good thing I'm not bitter, just venting:D

OK, off to have some hot chocolate, heavily laced with peppermint schnapps, and finish playing pokemon with my little man (who keeps calling me sweetheart for some adorable reason). I'll check back with you ladies later.

[Lise]

Operation FROG update: I was ready to throw in the towel already, cuz apparently my jerk magnet is still imbedded in my forehead, but I got on match again (just call me a glutton for punishment). I was emailing this other guy this week, divorced, 7yo son, blah, blah. And I thought I'd look him up on ccap as well and gee, guess what? He has an annullment/legal separation scheduled for 11/15. WTF PEOPLE! Is it TOO much to ask for to find a SINGLE guy without freakin' issues?? Now, I realize I'm not perfect by a long stretch, but I am divorced, not on medication, reasonally well adjusted and you don't have to tie a bone around my neck to get the dog to play with me. **takes deep breath** Good thing I'm not bitter, just venting:D

Dar--all I can say is how SMART you are for looking these guys up. Please don't dispair. I was at it, off and on, for 2.5 years before I met J. I started in March of '04, met and dated T. from 9/04-4/05 (4 months longer than I should've :rolleyes: ), went off for a few months after we broke up, then went back on last November. In 11 months, I went out with 16 guys. Two of them were set-ups from work. Two of them don't technically count as "dates", because the guys stood me up. One was definitely stalker material, another potentially so. Two were intensely interested in me until they just dumped me without a word. :rolleyes: You get the point. Many were odd.

And that doesn't count the number of guys with whom I emailed but never met. One seemed pretty interested in me, then didn't call when we'd made a phone date, but emailed and said, "I changed my mind." About a phone call? Whatever. I sat over coffee, flirting and talking with one guy for 5 hours, made another date, which he then cancelled by email, saying our conversation had felt more like a "work discussion". Really. I'd like to work in your company, buddy! At least you found out that this guy isn't really divorced. I got emails from a couple of guys who admitted in their profiles that they're only separated. I wrote back and said, "I don't date married men."

Anyhoo, just let it roll off your back as much as you can. Enjoy your little guy, and take a break from match when you need to. Have fun in the snow! We got some ferocious rain down here yesterday, and expected to wake up to snow, but nothin'.

OTG--I second the congrats on the meatloaf! I love meatloaf, and make a pretty good one. Meatloaf is *so* individual. Mine is good because it tastes like the kind my mom made.

Off to cook something to take with me on the call shift.

[Trek420]

Dar, don't give up just keep going, he's out there! It's like
meet NO
meet no
meet NO
meet no
meet NO
meet no
meet Yes!!! whoops....make that a no
meet no
meet Hel) NO
meet no
meet NO
meet no
meet YES!

Just back from Thai dinner with Knot. Plan is to do ALC training ride tomorrow across the GG bridge.

[Lise]

Like Trek Said.
.....................
Hugs to the both 'a youse, Trek & KN! (as we say in Chicagah). :D

[Offthegrid]

X, how was the massage? Was it extra special? *evil grin* ;)

I just saw "Little Miss Sunshine." (yeah, months late, but what can ya' do?) I don't think I stopped laughing through the entire movie, and you can't say that too often about a flick that has a corpse in it.

Well, I gotta head to bed before I eat 2/3 of a meatloaf. I love riding my bike, but it sure makes me hungry. (And I ate quite well today, I might add.)

G'night ladies.

[CyclChyk]

LISE - I love the stinky cheese man!! Never knew they made a play of it. How cool!

DAR - single man? Without baggage?? At our age??? You best start shaing cuz whatever you are smoking is some really powerful s**t!

[mtbdarby]

Lise, you may be surprised to know that I have already been on and off Match for over 2 years - this ain't no new 'venture! It's just getting old....

Thanks Trek, but I think I have most of the "no's" down already:p Tell Knot hi and have a blast.

CC - I didn't say baggage, did I?? Issues are much different, lol. And what's this "at our age stuff"??;) Single. Lets start with that, ok? Just quit lieing to me boys and lets start with that. Now you guys know why I relate to Meridith on Grey's Anatamy (expect I don't get that much lovin':eek: ).

OTG - back away from the meatloaf (although you could do worse - like the 3 cookies I had today. Guess my appetite is back:( ). Yes, the more I ride the hungrier I am. Not so much with running but I can't explain it.

Alright, I took a nap with my handsome prince this afternoon and now I'm not really tired. I'm off to make my bed - anyone up around here?

[Xrayted]

Dar - Ya wanna look like who? :eek: (I'm trying to ignore that crack cuz I promised to be good.)
**in my nicest voice possible** There are quite a few of you here who desperately need an appointment with the eye doc. In the mean time, you may wanna get a dog. I'm surprised you're not bumping into walls. 'nuff said. :rolleyes:
Sorry about the date sitch. Trek is right. (FYI: she's pretty much always right, so get used to it :D ) It'll happen sometime. Enjoy your independence girl. I know it's lonely but you've got the little guy to keep you company. (I know, it's not the same but he loves ya unconditionally.) You're a very lucky woman.
Did I hear hot chocolate? Be right over. I like mine mixed with a B-52, hold the hot chocolate. I'll even bring my own fixins. Hey, Kit! Dar's house later! Bring the marshmallows, will ya?


X, how was the massage? Was it extra special? *evil grin* ;)

OTG - Wrong girl for the massage. That was CWR. As I understand, it was very good tho. (If I say anymore, Kit has been employed to cut off my thumbs. I really think she'd do it, too. ;))
Although if someone's offering, I'm game! I love giving and getting them. It's surprisingly easy to end up giving an hour massage and not even notice the time passing. Just turn on some soft music and get lost in the ebb and flow of the melody, the rhythmic cadence, cresting chord progressions and arpeggios, the tension and release of the pitch, deep penetrating harmonic waves resonating off the finger tips and through the timbre of the flesh. *Ahem.* Phew, is it hot in here? :rolleyes: **wipes the steam off the screen**

and THAT'S what ya get for the evil grin, woman! Next! (oh, I know I'm gonna get it for that one. hehe.)

Knot and Trek - Happy to see ya made it safely Knot. Glad it's going well. Thai food huh? Gotta be careful what you ask for, that can be a pretty hot dinner there. Red hot chili peppers have a kick. (great band too, BTW) Had a bottle-worth dropped in my lap one time. Rather, um, harsh. Not conducive to riding and other such things. ;)
Have a nice ride tomorrow. (like the segway?) Take pics of the bridge and bay too, would ya please? I've never been there before. I'd like to see it from your perspective. Still looking for a biking vacation spot in the spring. (yea!)
Lise - I see things are still moving along nicely with your young man. Never did get to hear how he rolls his bill tho. :p Hope everything goes smoothly in delivery and ya get some naps.
CyclChyk - How's tricks? :D I wore the tri socks on my ride today. Very comfy. Mucho gracias, sis! The piggies are feeling good tonight.
Kit and CWR - I think we've said about all we can today. Unless you've got more? :eek: j/k!! I'm always here if you need anything, little sisters. Just say the word. ((((((Kit & CWR))))))

[chickwhorips]

OTG that was me with the massage and let me tell you it was good. if your ever in phoenix, let me know i'll hook you up. not only does he give a good massage but he's good looking too. oh and congrats on the meatloaf!

dar it will get better. i've had good advice that says it will. what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. right?

knot and trek enjoy that thai. i like it hot. :eek:

lise glad things are going good with J still.

kit didja remember what you were going to say yet?

hugs to all, and to all a good night.

[Lise]

Lise, you may be surprised to know that I have already been on and off Match for over 2 years - this ain't no new 'venture! It's just getting old....Single. Lets start with that, ok? Just quit lieing to me boys and lets start with that.OK, so you know what it's like. Yeah, I was at that place this summer, found myself longing after someone who turned out not to be so interested in me afterall...and really, I wanted him because I wanted somebody, more than anything, I think. Took July and most of August off, did my tri, went back online end of August, and got an email from J within two weeks. *He* had just gone back on after taking the summer off...had no reason to be dating, as he was about to move, working full time, taking two classes in grad school. He can't even explain what made him want to reactivate his profile at that time. It just was the right time for us both. The lying thing, it is so disheartening. Best to find it out right from the git-go. It only gets worse with time. You know that, which is why you check them out so well from the start. Sleep tight, Dar. It's a new day tomorrow.


Lise [/B]- I see things are still moving along nicely with your young man. Never did get to hear how he rolls his bill tho. :p I have yet to see him in a baseball cap, but it's (nearly) winter, and it's Chicago. We'll have to wait a few months. He is from the South, however, so he should know how to wear a hat! He is such a sweet guy. I'm doing a 24 now, ends tomorrow night, followed by 8 hr in the clinic Mon. I invited him for dinner Monday night, and said I'd understand if he couldn't because he has finals on Wed and Thurs. He said, "Darlin', I'll study tonight, tomorrow, and on Tuesday. I want to see you whenever I can. The schedule is what it is." Surest way to a midwife's heart is to be accepting of her schedule. :D That, and chocolate. Last night he went out in the driving rain to pick up some Thai food. As we sat and watched my favorite U2 DVD (Rattle & Hum), he then disappeared into the kitchen and returned with Dove Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream. This stuff must be experienced to be believed. Seriously.

OK, and now, to try to catch some zzzz's. Hoping all the pregnant women are doing the same. :cool:

[mimitabby]

Even though I have been married for longer than some of you guys have been on the ground, I am really enjoying the talk about dating. I got married before there really was computer dating (wah, wah) but I'm not really complaining.

When I got married if I had a normal family structure (mom, dad not divorced, not dysfunctional, etc) I don't think they would have LET me marry my dear Raleighdon. He was unemployed, spent time in Juvenile Detention, he smoked, uh, I could go on and on but I won't.

The whole thing about PICKING is so odd because some people do everything right, marry into good families, wait more than 3 months from first date until wedding. :D space their children, etc, etc. and still end up in divorce and unhappiness.

If I knew me then I would tell me not to marry that guy, are you crazy? But for totally misguided reasons, I did marry him and uh.. we're still married, we have two great sons, 3 cats and a large number of bicycles. We help each other in many ways, and we STILL like each other. okay, i will stop with the monologue!

[Bikingmomof3]

Wow have I missed a lot and feel rather lost. I hope everyone is having a wonderful Sunday!

Lise-J sounds like a wonderful man. Thai and Dove mint ice cream. :cool: I am so very glad you are happy.

CWR-I am glad the massage was wonderful.

Dar-the time you spent with your little guy sounded like so much fun. I love making snow angels. :)

Kit-in my much, much younger college days I could drink ouzo.

Mimi-I too married before computers were in homes. We met, were engaged 3 months later, and have a wonderful family. I cannot even imagine not being with him.

Knot-Glad you arrived safely and hope you are having a splendid time

Trek- Give you give Knot a hug from me?

Trek and Knot- Have a wonderful ride. :)

[mimitabby]

Wow have I missed a lot and feel rather lost. I hope everyone is having a wonderful Sunday!

Lise-J sounds like a wonderful man. Thai and Dove mint ice cream. :cool: I am so very glad you are happy.

CWR-I am glad the massage was wonderful.

Dar-the time you spent with your little guy sounded like so much fun. I love making snow angels. :)

Kit-in my much, much younger college days I could drink ouzo.

Mimi-I too married before computers were in homes. We met, were engaged 3 months later, and have a wonderful family. I cannot even imagine not being with him.

Knot-Glad you arrived safely and hope you are having a splendid time

Trek- Give you give Knot a hug from me?

Trek and Knot- Have a wonderful ride. :)

Don't feel too lost. This is a hard conversation to keep up with. sometimes it reminds me of a party with a loud band. You can kind of keep up with some of the conversations, but you miss some stuff and get confused. you step outside to get some air, and when you come in someone (X) has done something and no one will tell you what it was (she had the post deleted!)

I think Knot had a good idea to leave this neighborhood THIS weekend. We are having the kind of rainstorms I remember from my childhood in NJ. COLD, WINDY, very very wet.
BIke? I don't even want to look at it.

[Bikingmomof3]

Don't feel too lost. This is a hard conversation to keep up with. sometimes it reminds me of a party with a loud band. You can kind of keep up with some of the conversations, but you miss some stuff and get confused. you step outside to get some air, and when you come in someone (X) has done something and no one will tell you what it was (she had the post deleted!)

Mimi,
A very clever way to describe it, and quite accurate. :) It is chilly here, which I am grateful for. I prefer running when it is in the low 40s, upper 30s. My stomach has been upset for the past few days so today I am laying low and will see about a run this evening.

[KnottedYet]

We woke up this morning to beautiful blue sky and sunshine! Mimi, enjoy that Seattle weather for me... ha ha ha! Maybe I can bring some San Francisco sunshine back up I-5 with me tomorrow!

The bikes are almost ready for the ride this morning. I did remember to bring my camera, so I'll take as many pictures as I can. I've never been to the Golden Gate bridge (never been to SF before) so this will be pretty cool.

I had a friend in high school (who grew up to be a professional mtn biker for the Cadillac Catera team) named "Golden" because she was born in the back of a taxi in the middle of a traffic jam on the Golden Gate Bridge.

[Kitsune06]

Dar I like mine mixed with a B-52, hold the hot chocolate. I'll even bring my own fixins. Hey, Kit! Dar's house later! Bring the marshmallows, will ya?



OTG - Wrong girl for the massage. That was CWR. As I understand, it was very good tho. (If I say anymore, Kit has been employed to cut off my thumbs. I really think she'd do it, too. ;))
Although if someone's offering, I'm game! I love giving and getting them. It's surprisingly easy to end up giving an hour massage and not even notice the time passing. Just turn on some soft music and get lost in the ebb and flow of the melody, the rhythmic cadence, cresting chord progressions and arpeggios, the tension and release of the pitch, deep penetrating harmonic waves resonating off the finger tips and through the timbre of the flesh. *Ahem.* Phew, is it hot in here? :rolleyes: **wipes the steam off the screen**

and THAT'S what ya get for the evil grin, woman! Next! (oh, I know I'm gonna get it for that one. hehe.)

Knot and Trek - Happy to see ya made it safely Knot. Glad it's going well. Thai food huh? Gotta be careful what you ask for, that can be a pretty hot dinner there. Red hot chili peppers have a kick. (great band too, BTW) Had a bottle-worth dropped in my lap one time. Rather, um, harsh. Not conducive to riding and other such things. ;)
Have a nice ride tomorrow. (like the segway?) Take pics of the bridge and bay too, would ya please? I've never been there before. I'd like to see it from your perspective. Still looking for a biking vacation spot in the spring. (yea!)

Kit and CWR - I think we've said about all we can today. Unless you've got more? :eek: j/k!! I'm always here if you need anything, little sisters. Just say the word. ((((((Kit & CWR))))))

Never an end to the chatter and banter! Never! Sorry, b-52s sound really awful this morning. I havent' managed a hangover like this yet. All kinds of fun **** greeting me this morning. Deleted my previous and generally offensive post from earlier, but I'm just here to say yeah, hon, all I need is the word and your thumbs are gone. At least one. Sorry. ;) all that massage talk has me wanting one, but I'm not likely to get one anytime soon. havent had one in about a year and a half now. *sigh* any volunteers? :D


OTG that was me with the massage and let me tell you it was good. if your ever in phoenix, let me know i'll hook you up. not only does he give a good massage but he's good looking too. oh and congrats on the meatloaf!

dar it will get better. i've had good advice that says it will. what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. right?

knot and trek enjoy that thai. i like it hot. :eek:

lise glad things are going good with J still.

kit didja remember what you were going to say yet?

hugs to all, and to all a good night.

I *did* remember what I was going to say. Then I remembered what I *said* and deleted it! What doesn't kill you does make you stronger. Maybe in another way, but it will.
Hot thai is good when it's a curry etc, but bad when it's phad-thai. just because Phad-thai can be so complexly flavored with those little crumbled dried shrimp, honey and peanut butter, a little lime, some thai basil... it needs just enough spice to tingle the tongue but not too much or you lose the subtleties. Really! ok, I'm just really picky about my phad-thai because I think I make the best. :D
~the ever-so-vain fox

[Xrayted]

**Officer X saunters in**~~ Ok, ok, break it up, give 'em some room, nothing here to see so move along folks. Y'all are soooo paranoid! :p **whispering to Kit** pssst. pssst. Quit pulling this back out, will ya? (I love the word "saunter" and have always wanted to use it. I feel better now.)

I'm at work, covering for a few hours. Just got quiet. Ssssshhhh....

Kit - Can I pick which one I lose if I stupidly go "there"? I believe I'll take the right. I'm right handed for writing, throwing... but lefty for pretty much everything else. So, it can go either way. But, since my bike computer is on the left, I'll have to lose the right. Priorities, ladies, priorities.
Hey, Kit, I have a confession... *ducking slightly* I don't like ouzo. (well, not much) So do I lose another thumb for that or what? Can I trade it out for a pinkie maybe? I would pick a toe but I just love my cute little toes. (NO, I don't have a foot fetish, I just think they're really cute, that's all. Quit looking at me like that.)

CWR - I'd really like to comment, but Kit's watching and you know how she gets. :rolleyes: (Truth is, I have really cute thumbs too and I'd like to keep them.)

Oh, it's noon and I've just been parolled. I'll check back later as it's raining here today so no bike ride. :(

MWBR ~~ j/k Kit! :D

[Kitsune06]

Kit - Can I pick which one I lose if I stupidly go "there"? I believe I'll take the right. I'm right handed for writing, throwing... but lefty for pretty much everything else. So, it can go either way. But, since my bike computer is on the left, I'll have to lose the right. Priorities, ladies, priorities.
Hey, Kit, I have a confession... *ducking slightly* I don't like ouzo. (well, not much) So do I lose another thumb for that or what? Can I trade it out for a pinkie maybe? I would pick a toe but I just love my cute little toes. (NO, I don't have a foot fetish, I just think they're really cute, that's all. Quit looking at me like that.)
No digit loss for not liking ouzo. It's hard to drink straight and I only really like it in coke... and it's cheaper than jaeger. :D And I'll be nice an' take your left thumb. Right you need to write. Unless you're a lefty. Gosh, I wouldn't have said anything about foot fetishes...



CWR - I'd really like to comment, but Kit's watching and you know how she gets. :rolleyes: (Truth is, I have really cute thumbs too and I'd like to keep them.)

Oh, it's noon and I've just been parolled. I'll check back later as it's raining here today so no bike ride. :(

MWBR ~~ j/k Kit! :D[/QUOTE]

uh-huh.... :eyeroll:

[chickwhorips]

oooh i just love it when you can feel the love.

how's that thumb x? :cool:

[margo49]

**Officer X saunters in**~~ Ok, ok, ? (I love the word "saunter" and have always wanted to use it. I feel better now.)

:D

perhaps you might like the verb "sashay"

[Kitsune06]

TD's been surprisingly quiet today. and me? just bumming around the house cleaning stuff, fixing stuff, taking gar-bage out, etc. yay, yay. :) Hoping Knot and Trek survive the weekend. oh, and stressing about work tomorrow.
(don'tbeatotalboobdon'tbeatotalboobdon'tbeatotalboobdon'tbeatotalboob) Ah! I feel better. :rolleyes: For that matter, though, I hope everyone survives the weekend...so quiet...

[margo49]

best of British tomorrow in the new job

[Xrayted]

oooh i just love it when you can feel the love.

how's that thumb x? :cool:

Uh, not so good. :( After I iced it up, it looked kinda gooey. I cleaned and wrapped it in a dry bandage last night and then a special burn bandage from the ER today but it's sticking now. I need to change it back to dry soon but I'm afraid to cuz it's gonna hurt. Oh, the price I pay for doing a good deed. :rolleyes: I'd do it again if that's what it took tho, dear. ;)
I've got a few, um, scorches other places too, but that's a story for certain other people who shall remain nameless. (Nothing dirty, just stupid.)

margo - Sashay? I NEVER sashay. I do glide however...

It is rather quiet today, isn't it? I just popped in for a minute between things and people myself. It rained on and off all day, so now I have to answer my phone cuz they know I'm not riding. Drama, drama everywhere today.
Having yet another b-day dinner tonight. It's just a conspiracy to make me gain weight and I won't have it I tell you, I won't have it! Ok, maybe just one more piece of cake, but that's it!
You want to know what really makes you feel old? Being reminded over and over again how old you really are! I'm soooo glad this is the last one. I can't take any more eating out. I prefer home cooked meals anyday.
And by the way, OTG, I didn't get any darn meatloaf and by now it's surely all gone. I made bread and everything. (A very tasty italian loaf.) Mmmmm. You don't share, I don't share. ;)

Gotta zoom. I have some very important people to take care of before I go and this is my first chance to do it. See y'all later tonight maybe.

X. :) :)

[mtbdarby]

X - the bread sounds heavenly. How's your friend doing in the hospital? I know you'll take good care of her.

Kit - aw hon, I'd give you a massage. 'specially since you took X's thumbs and all. And I shoveled for you too. We're supposed to get another couple of inches of snow tonight and dumped on Wednesday. WAHOOOOO! (remind me of that when my back is killing me from shoveling, ok?).

Not much going on at the homestead. Went to church this morning. Cleaning up around the house, laundry and playing outside again. I SO wish I could take several days off and go through everything here, tossing stuff, organizing, etc. I feel out of control when my house is a mess. I need a good task master here though - I'm very good at getting distracted (kind of like naked twister, but that's another story:p ).

Kelown, you said it. I think it's so hard computer dating because we get to pick. Which kind of makes you picky, kwim? Kudos to you on following your heart.

Lise, ice cream and chocolate? **kicks at imaginary rock** it's just not fair. But I'm so happy for you:p I'm trying to persuade a cute dad with a 4 yo daughter to take a chance and email me. We've been checking each other out off and all most of the year but I can't get him to email me. I find most of the guys my age tend to have pre teens or teens, so it's hard to "click" when I've got a 4 yo. But I've got my positive attitude back thanks to you awesome ladies! What would I do without ya?

[Kitsune06]

eww. Sorry about the gooey thumb. Not fun. I managed to get all my housework done and even play a little in my compost pile (pile of rot, you used to be my only friend~ no more!) :D now I'm burning incense all over the house to make it smell pretty. Rain right now, blended with a champa. You wouldn't think it'd smell good, but... it's not bad. Thanks for the massage offer, Dar, but I think I might bug DGF for it tonight. It's overdue. :D
Dad called from WI to tell me about the snow and wish luck on the new job. They start wondering if I died if I don't bug them once a week or so. :rolleyes:

well, gotta go shower. I smell like rain, champa, smoke and.. um.. .compost. :o

[Nanci]

Well, I survived my 200k yesterday. Only nine people rode, and one crashed out- he came all the way down here from Indiana! For the firt time, all day, I remember thinking "I am so glad it isn't hot!" I had the world's best piece of fried chicken at mile 80. 6:10 Century, 7.0 IM Bike (112 miles) (gotta know for future reference) 7:58 total riding time, 9.5 hours total time.

Spent the day revising/adding on to the stepping stone walk. Very hard to fit the asymetrical stones in, in another row. BF said it was too narrow and he kept kicking the ornamental grass. So I put in six more stones and made it a tier wider, which you can't actually walk on, and then moved the grass out of harm's way, and planted in a bunch more little plants, like some tiny very low-growing basil and flowers. Then I sat outside with Dill and kept getting up to walk up and down it. The solar lights are just coming on.

I built a hibernaculum for Fagalo. He's been burying himself halfway in the dirt, so I got a big bag of peat, and mounded that over him, then piled pine needles and leaves and dried weeds on top of that. All the activity got his curiosity up, so he came out to climb Fagalo's Mountain, then went back into hiding. Going to be 37F tonight- glad I got it finished.

Choco ate his frozen TV dinner like a good boy. Got another glimpse of Inez. Will try to feed her Wednesday or Thursday. Maizey is getting ready to shed. Addy is still not eating. I am going to rename her Nicole.

My two doves that sleep in my garage tree invited a flock of 30 over for a slumber party. It is taking them quite a long time to settle down.

I also had a cord-cleaning frenzy behind our desks this morning- I can't believe how many things need to be plugged in! I have two cameras, two iPods, a Rio, my Palm- two printers, DSL, router, speakers, hard drive, God knows what is on BF's side. I ripped my old desk top tower out from under my desk and threw it in a corner- I never use it.

Here's a cool pic from my ride- don't see this very often:

[chickwhorips]

ouch X that thumb sounds like it hurts. poor thing. want me to kiss it and make it better?

enjoy your day tomorrow kit. everything will be fine.

dar good luck with the persuading. for the record: kit is really good at persuading people to do things. ;)

i went to church this morning for the first time in 4 years (or about that) my friend is doing the filming of the church services so i decided to go with him. wow was it different. raised lutheran (didn't eat lions) and this is a different christian church. very nice. just had the full band instead of the organ.

got the storage packed up. friends took the furniture and so that's a load off of my mind. i met my first TE girl. lenusik stopped by and i got to meet her. super sweet girl. i love TE. where else could you find such nice people? now all i have to do is go to the post office tomorrow and mail out the boxes. phew! a load off of my mind.

nanci nice picture. that is definaly one sign you don't see often.

[Kitsune06]

:eek: Chica, I don't know what you're talking about! Convincing? Trek? Knot? Am I convincing of *anything*?!

Just got a call from dgf, saying she's stuck doing a double, couldn't get out of it, etc etc, so she won't be home until 11. What BS. :( I was going to make dinner and everything. Crap. thinking about heading to the store for a calling card and some soda to bug my friends and all the people I haven't bugged in awhile... dunno. I was hoping to see her my last night before we started working opposite shifts. Crap. :(

[chickwhorips]

oh play little miss innocent. we all know the truth. don't hurt me

sorry dgf isn't going to be home tonight. thats a bummer. i'd stop by, but i'm not in the area right now. i'll stop by mentally though. :) see here i am. hi!!!! so where's that straight jacket again?

[Offthegrid]

Although if someone's offering, I'm game! I love giving and getting them. It's surprisingly easy to end up giving an hour massage and not even notice the time passing. Just turn on some soft music and get lost in the ebb and flow of the melody, the rhythmic cadence, cresting chord progressions and arpeggios, the tension and release of the pitch, deep penetrating harmonic waves resonating off the finger tips and through the timbre of the flesh. *Ahem.* Phew, is it hot in here? :rolleyes: **wipes the steam off the screen**

Whew. Where in PA are you? ;)


And by the way, OTG, I didn't get any darn meatloaf and by now it's surely all gone. I made bread and everything. (A very tasty italian loaf.) Mmmmm. You don't share, I don't share.

Actually, there's still 5 pieces left. I've been a very good girl and only had a slice a day, so you're more than welcome to enjoy some. It's nice and juicy! Mmm ... homemade Italian bread.

Speaking of which, do we ALWAYS have to TALK about FOOD and BOOZE and FRIED CHICKEN? Some of us are trying to lose weight. :p :p :p


Well, I survived my 200k yesterday

:eek: You got my respect. My butt hurts just thinking about that.

[CyclChyk]

Nanci - good for you on your ride! It sucks that only 9 riders showed tho. And I would recommend NOT renaming Addy to Nicole. I'm guessing the spotlight of being Nicole might freak her out and she might add binging to her regimen of food (or lack there-of).... if I ever get a snake, I am definately conferring with you. A hibernating-thingy..... who woulda thunk it.....

And X - sorry about your thumb. I'm pretty sure tequila could numb the pain :p

[Lise]

Nanci! You are amazing! If I'd ridden 200K, I sure wouldn't be rearranging stones and grass and cords and turtle hibernacula! You have amazing energy and creativity. Any pix from the ride?

X--I must've missed the thumb injury--what happened?

CWR--glad to hear Lensik is a good egg. And a pregnant egg, at that! :p

I delivered one baby today, am now hanging out just putting in my hours. Beats working. :rolleyes: Trying to resist bugging J, who's studying for finals.

Whoa! Just noticed I rolled over into the Land of 3,000 Posts when I wasn't looking!

[Bikingmomof3]

X-what happened to your thumb?

CWR- I am glad you were able to meet up with someone from TE. What fun! :)

Nanci- you amaze me with your rides. I honestly o not know how you do it. Thank you for sharing the pic of the panther crossing. :cool: Are you certain you want to rename Addy to Nicole? Maybe a more inspiring role mode is in order? I cannot wait to see pics of your yard.

Lise- Congrats on welcoming another new life into this world.

I am still missing a lot and I apologize. I think I a just going to head for bed. Have a good night!

[DebW]

We had a white raven 'round by the cows for a few years.

A few months ago I heard a kitten meowing apparently stuck in a tree. But on looking up I saw it was a raven doing a great imitation.

I've heard ravens immitating turkeys. They gobbled pretty well.


I'm right handed for writing, throwing... but lefty for pretty much everything else.

How'd you get writing and throwing on the same hand, X? I'm left for writing and right for throwing. At least I used to be right for throwing - can't throw hard since I broke my clavicle (deltoid problem, clavicle is fine).

I'm been in Maryland for the weekend, and staying tonight too - flight home got cancelled. Friends dropped us off at the airport, and had to call them 5 minutes later and ask them to turn around and come get us again.

[kelownagirl]

Nanci - cool sign! Where *were* you riding?? Pretty good times for the 200k I think. I like that you keep track of all the other times too. Good idea. Will keep that in mind if I ever ride 200 k (like hopefully next summer) You are my role model - hope you realize that.

Kits- that really sucks that she won't be home tonight. :( Guess you'll have to make do with the company of the TD gals. Think you can stay awake till midnight to get the massage? Might be worth it. :) Good luck tomorrow - hope you love it!

OTG - I am there with ya. Diet-Schmiet. I want some good food for a change.

I went for a looong walk with the dogs today. Wished I had my mt bike once I was part way. Wonder if I can take them up when we ride? I need another 200 km to meet my goal of 3000 km this year. Not sure I am going to be able to do it. Maybe if I went to Florida, I could do it all in one day?

[Kitsune06]

Kelowna- If she's had to do a double today, I'm going to be on the giving end of any massages tonight. She deserves it. No, I'll never get what I want that way :rolleyes: but hey, she deserves it. I'm having the best possible alternative- reading in my little corner with sweet liqueurs and etc. It's still one of the best nights I've had recently. :p
oh. and waiting for *someone* to get her happy butt back to wherever her cell phone is so I can call and we can chat awhile. hope that happens before I have to go to bed. Oh well.
X- I manage to be right for writing and throwing (technically righty) but left for anything that might damage/mangle my hands (left hand over right for holding things being sawed etc) b/c my dad made a strong point when it came to the old mill folks who were missing fingers etc. :eek:

[Trek420]

Knot and I went to one of the ALC training rides which started at Sports Basement and went into Larkspur. With the sad news about my cousin I wanted to get back on the bike, plus this would kill two birds with one stone (sorry Nanci) bike ride + touristy c*** because we went across the Golden Gate bridge.

I was pretty much ok till the safety speach when a veteran rider said in a joking way something like "oh, we're veterans we don't need to pay attention to that" (I had the ALC wind vest on).

I guess I kinda lost it then and on the ride up and across the bridge I was slow...more so than ususal anyway and everything seemed just too dam* close especially those newbies on their rental bikes.

We crossed GG Bridge and Knot and I decided to just head back, stopped, Knot took pictures which will be posted at some point (can't get my i-photos to download it).

It'll take me a bit but I'll be ready for the ride by June.

[salsabike]

Nanci, why do you need the IM time for future reference? Are you going to try an IM sometime??? Yeah, I too would like to know where the 200 km. was. Are you back on the trusty Vitesse for these? I would love to see a pic of your stone path sometime, by the way. So Fagalo is hibernating outside this winter instead of doing the tub inside, then. Sounds like he's ready. And I love the Panther Xing sign.

Lise, what is J. studying in grad school? I'm sure you said at some point, but my search capacity tonight is low.

Am going home to Albany next Saturday the 18th, staying till the 25th, to see Mom. She sounds better every time I talk to her. Scary that so many body blows can happen so fast to her. I wasn't sure I'd ever hear her sound like herself again. She will probably go from the skilled nursing/rehab place to assisted living, not back home, which she knows. T'giving will be me, Mr. Salsa, and Mom at the nursing home's big dinner, and I expect will be kind of hard, since it will be her first T'giving not hosting a bunch of us at home. Any tips you guys might have for making it better/good/different/fun would be gratefully accepted. I also get to have my annual Friday night Thanksgiving leftovers dinner with my best friend, her very cool husband, and even cooler 27-year-old son and ditto fiance.

The Beeper seems to be doing reasonably well.

The house expansion is moving along. The recent rains did a serious test on the new roof and gutters--no leaks. This week, the plumbers are invading and will be all over the place--poor cats. The world of contractors and materials is weird and sort of oligopolistic. It's hard to get prices/costs on things---suppliers and fabricators will only bid to contractors, etc. Everyone gets a mark up. We are slowly picking paint colors. So you knew about the ochre living room with the blue wall. Now we are using the greeny-aqua color of the shutters in that Rousillon picture you saw, for the entry hall. Kitchen has a brick wall on one side, and I think we are going to do Caribbean paint colors in there---two different ocean blues and a lime green. Guest bedroom--blue grey and either sand or terra cotta. Our bedroom--warm white with grey-lavender trim. Bathroom---gold/tan granite, green tiles, maybe green and plum walls. I like color. But my weaving studio will just be offwhite, since I want the weaving and art to be the color in there. Still pondering the outside house color.

For absolutely no reason at all, except that this is TD and I sort of miss weaving, I am posting a picture of a sample I wove in a class a couple of years ago. I haven't woven in months, since everything is being stored in a container in the driveway. Sure hope I still like it when I get a real weaving studio to work in!

2066

[CyclChyk]

Salsa - very cool weave! I'm impressed.

X - glad the tri socks worked out for you :). I myself am a
"trigirlwannabebutprobablyneverwill" kinda gal. And what are these rumors going around TD that if someone is up to no good its probably you?? You got some 'splainin' to do! (think really bad immitation of Ricky Ricardo)

On a side note, I HATE getting masages. I'd much rather get a facial or pedicure...... but thats just me :p

[Bikingmomof3]

Sigh, I am still not in bed. I meant to go, then felt guilty about taking a day off from running, so I went out for an esay run. I do need to get more lights, so I can be seen. :)

Salsa-Nursing Homes I am very familiar with, I sent a PM. I am so glad Beeper is doing well. Give Beeper a kiss for me. I adore your weaving, it is lovely.

Kit-I am so sorry your DGF has to work a double. :( Good Luck tomorrow on your first day of work. I shall be thinking of you.

(((Trek)))-I look forward to the pics and I am very glad Knot was there with you for the ride. :)

CyclChyk-I will do a tri, no matter what, before I am 40.

Okay, I do not think I am in the happiest of moods, so once again I shall give bed a try.

Sleep well TD.

[CyclChyk]

BOM - hopefully I too will do a tri but feet might end up preventing it...... I love your determination.

Sorry you day wasn't so great. But tomorrow is a new day with brighter things to come, right?? Crossing my fingers here......

Nite all.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Here's a sign DH and I enjoyed in Quebec last year:http://harmonias.com/exclamationsign.jpg

[Lise]

Lisa, what does that mean?!? To me it says, "Drive up this hill at a rapid pace, and then you will fly into the air!"

Salsa--glad to hear roof's holding, and so are Mom and Beeper. Beautiful weaving!

J. is getting a master's degree in Information Systems. No, I have no idea what that's about. He works in Information Technology. In the 70s-early 80s, he did sound engineering for big rock bands, then moved into electronics--->computers (degree in computer science)--->information technology. Me, I'm just a midwife. What I know is that he can reconfigure electrical outlets without killing himself, and that impresses me very much. :rolleyes:

24 hr shift over, going home! Sleep tight, TD. Good luck at the first day of the new job, Kit! :D

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Lisa, what does that mean?!? To me it says, "Drive up this hill at a rapid pace, and then you will fly into the air!"


To me it says, "Drive up this hill at a rapid pace, and you will be in for a BIG SURPRISE!". :eek:

[Kitsune06]

Yay- power outage! sat there for maybe half an hour or an hour with candles and incense reading. ahhhh... :)

[Xrayted]

Ah, hello again. Nice to see y'all so cheerful and full of life. My friend is doing better thanks. Better surgery through supreme radiography, I'll wager. ;) I hung out with her a bit this am when I was working. She shared her b-fast. It was good but my IBS didn't like it much. Ok, thumb got burned doing two things at once. It hurts like h*ll to type much so it's taking me a while. Sorry. It's hard to focus. My eyes keep watering up. (Y'all have no idea how much typing I've had to do lately. I kinda wish it would just fall off at this point.) I kind of injured my knees too but they only hurt when I bend them. I look absolutely ridiculous trying to get off the couch. I may just sleep right here.
CrazyCanuck - Wake me up when you see me laying here too long will ya? Just don't watch me get off the couch, you'll p*ss yourself. BTW - how ya doing today? You're such a refreshing early-morning wake up read. Are you always so happy?

BMo3 - Sorry today wasn't a great one. I really wish I could take on some of that for you. You know I would. But I have a feeling that one of these days, something is going to happen to give you a big smile. You certainly deserve it, dear. Thanks for the inspiration to do better. And, yeah, before we're 40. Even if you gotta carry me across the line. ;) :D Have a peaceful rest.

CyclChyk - You actually hate getting massages? You've been getting the wrong kind, dear. They shouldn't hurt unless you're that tense that they have to break up the stress points first. They should relax and soothe, get your blood moving and endorphins flowing, which leads to a bit of euphoria and may even turn you on a little bit. (I'm not talking erotic kinds here, just really good ones.) You should be able to feel as though you could just about fall asleep but instead exist in a kind of 'waking dream'. Then you know you've been massaged. Therapeutic in the extreme.

Nanci - I just love your stories about the kids. I hope Addy comes around soon. What are the alternatives? The pic is so cool. I saved it to my screen saver. It's now in there with my kayaking, biking and sailing pics. (of course Homer Simpsons' famous brain x-ray too) You so amaze me with your long rides. Now you're doing yardwork too? Gosh. I don't know what to say.

Salsa - So happy to hear Beeper is doing better. It's tough but I'm so glad your the kind of parents that would do that for her. Class act.

Trek - Oh, I'm sorry everything kind of hit you on the ride today. I wish it would have been better. But I'm sure Knot was a great comfort to have by your side. Even through all that you managed to get pics? (((Trek))) You're just adorable sometimes, you know?

Knot - Thanks for being there for Trek in her hour of need. Super cool timing. Thanks for getting the pics. Well done girl.

OTG - Hey now. :D Still got meatloaf left? Hmmmm. Does it have veggies in it? I like veggies in it. Drizzled in homemade mushroom gravy made with sh*take and crimini mushrooms. Yum. You know cold meatloaf sandwiches are good too. I'll make more bread. (just love my breadmaker)

CWR - Ah, you know. :cool:

Kit - I'm backing CWR on this one. Nope, zip it. Don't make me come over there. ;)
Lefty/righty? I'm kinda 1/2 and 1/2 I shoot b-ball both ways, can only throw a soft ball righty, can bat both ways tho (**shakes head** don't you DARE, Kit!) but can put it over the fence righty only. Golf - righty. Water skiing - lefty. (I have to have both feet on one ski :() Can't drive straight with my right hand. Too many years driving stick I guess. Soccer - Hmmm can't play that with either hand, that's strange. :rolleyes: Yeah, I'm pretty much screwed up. I've got shorts and cross wiring galore.
BTW - Good luck tomorrow sweatheart. You certainly deserve a break. I know you'll knock their socks off. Send me a #,(both of you, if you need it) it's free from this end. I'll call tomorrow night to see how it all went. Too much for today though.

Well, my eyes are gonna drop out of my skull soon. The thumb is shouting obscenities at this point. It's been a long, hard w/e. Sorry if I missed anyone. Didn't mean to.

'night. :)

[salsabike]

Here's a sign DH and I enjoyed in Quebec last year:http://harmonias.com/exclamationsign.jpg

So I showed this to Mr. Salsa. He said instantly, "Oh, that means 'blind hills'--don't you remember we saw those in Scotland? It means you can't see what's on the other side of the summit of a hill." I grumbled, "Smartass who knows everything." It's so annoying that he recognized it right away when I had no idea what the heck it meant, either---all I could think of was a drawbridge warning. I have no spatial skills. He has many. Brat. But cute.

Speaking of Scotland---where the heck is Bruno28? Anyone know?

[crazycanuck]

I;m here for a short time..

We're missing people-Denise223, Bruno28 and a name that escapes me at the moment..Where did everyone disappear to? I miss both of them..

X-what did you do to your thumb? I was trying to follow the conversation but i think i got a bit lost.

Hey salsa, are you going to watch the ashes series? If your hubby's into NZ, this is a good chance to watch except the Black caps aren't playing...It's Aust vs England. Should be interesting.

Back later

X-get off the couch and go to bed.

[Nanci]

The 200k was in Cape Coral/Lee County, so very far south on the west coast. Maybe like sort of the last point of civilization before the Everglades-y southern tip. I didn't know there were panthers on the west coast either, but there were signs like that very often- like you could always see the next one- for about a mile stretch. It was by the airport- very woodsy and wild, and they had built one of those wildlife corridors under the road, plus the speed limit was only 45mph, 40 at night. When's the last time you saw a night speed limit? They must really, really want to protect any panthers that are traveling through.

Gotta go to work, more later...

[crazycanuck]

Good morning ladies,

Here's a story to get you giggling..http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,20752615-421,00.html :eek:

URGh..It was 34c on my commute home tonight..URGH...I drank my two bottles of water but most of it ended up on my head,legs, chest etc...

Ciao for now

c

[Nanci]

That's awesome!! Addy would be perfect...

You know what really sucked about the 200k was the 280 mile drive home, four hours, with my butt killing me (the muscles, not the cootchie).

[Trek420]

Is there anyone besides this former graphic designer who thinks the better solution for that sign would be a "?" instead of an "!"?

Alright I'll leave it alone. Can't redesign everything.

And the ride wasn't all angst. Like the brand new rider with his egg beater candy pedals "how do I get into these things, how do I....?" there was this urgency to him. and every few seconds he'd take off and ride in the lot in circles smashing his feet down on the pedals. smash smash smash.

Trek "well, takes practice. Ride, practice, repeat. And after all it's not how fast you get into the pedals it's how fast you can get out :) :D " Little knowing nods and agreement of riders around us.

Newbie "how do I get into these things, how do I....?" takes off rides smash smash smash.

Trek:"well, along with practice it'll help if you have them adjusted to the loosest setting"

Newbie:"how?" looks down at shoes and starts fiddeling with cleats."

Ride leader to Newbie: "nooooo, not the cleats, for now just gently, slide the shoe forward. See? clips in"
Newbie: how do I get into these things, how do I....? takes off rides in circles smash smash"

Knot to Trek "Leave it alone, just stay away from that guy :cool: "

also one of the ride leaders had a full custom Merlin like this only better :D
http://www.merlinbike.com/bikes/2006/classic/roots.aspx

ah bike porn, always cheers me up.

[mtbdarby]

Trek - bike porn so early in the morning? Love ya Hon! Sorry to hear about the painful memories but glad you have Knot there to cheer you up. Can't wait to see the pix!

Lisa, I could use that sign while mtb, lol. Maybe as a warning to those behind me;)

Nanci, I too am in awe of your accomplishments - both on the bike and around the home. ***whispering*** so what IM are you shooting for?

Salsa, glad mom and beeper are doing better. I hope you're taking pix of the home improvement process. Nothing like before and after pix to see the progress.

X - **shaking head** I was gonna ask about the thumb but I don't know if I can handle the story. Add me to the right/left club. I write and throw right, left mouser (drives people nuts), driver, etc left.

More snow this morning. The ride is was pretty icey which I don't like. I brought my running gear for lunch so hopefully I can get motivated. BMO3, how do you stay so motivated? And when do you turn 40? I turn in August of 07 and I want to accomplish something before then. I really feel like I need some adventure in my life. Guess I need to sit down and figure out what that is and then do it? I think I'm in a rut....

Kit - Happy first day of work girl! Enjoy your first day and I hope you get to spend some time with dgf to celebrate!

[Xrayted]

Good morning. I see the Sun came up and the Earth is still rolling along in orbit. All good signs in my book.
First song on the stereo this morning... Dream Weaver by Gary Wright. What a way to wake up. Aaaaaahh... :cool:

I've just closed my eyes again
Climbed aboard the dream weaver train
Driver take away my worries of today
And leave tomorrow behind...

Cruisin' by Smokey Robinson is on now. Love it. I often have that one in my head when I'm riding. This day may just have some hope afterall. :)


Good morning ladies,
Here's a story to get you giggling..http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,20752615-421,00.html :eek:
Funny thing to pick up. I also found it interesting that it occured in a place called 'Darwin'. I could do sooo much with that. But I won't.
Thanks for the wake up call, CC. I did end up falling asleep on the couch. :o Eventually made it to bed though. It was an emotionally and physically exhausting w/e.


Is there anyone besides this former graphic designer who thinks the better solution for that sign would be a "?" instead of an "!"?

And the ride wasn't all angst. Like the brand new rider with his egg beater candy pedals "how do I get into these things, how do I....?" there was this urgency to him. and every few seconds he'd take off and ride in the lot in circles smashing his feet down on the pedals. smash smash smash.
Knot to Trek "Leave it alone, just stay away from that guy :cool: "

also one of the ride leaders had a full custom Merlin like this only better :D
http://www.merlinbike.com/bikes/2006/classic/roots.aspx
ah bike porn, always cheers me up.

Trek, when I saw that sign last night, I was thinking "WTF?" instead of "!". But you notice I was on my best behavior last night. ;) Today is a new day, however...

Sound advice Knot, for oh so many situations.

Oooh, nice bike. I also like the Cielo. Thanks for the porn. Feel like I gotta go to the LBS now and shop a bit. BTW, I'll be sending another PM on that subject, Trek. Thanks for your help so far.

Kit - thanks for you know what. Hope you had a glorious first day on the job. They better be appreciating what they've got in you or I'll send CWR over to kick 'em all in the shins.

CWR - Ah, you still know. But I'm gonna say it anyway... (((((((((((CRW)))))))))))

Have a wonderful day ladies and be safe!

[CyclChyk]

CyclChyk - You actually hate getting massages? You've been getting the wrong kind, dear. They shouldn't hurt unless you're that tense that they have to break up the stress points first. They should relax and soothe, get your blood moving and endorphins flowing, which leads to a bit of euphoria and may even turn you on a little bit. (I'm not talking erotic kinds here, just really good ones.) You should be able to feel as though you could just about fall asleep but instead exist in a kind of 'waking dream'. Then you know you've been massaged. Therapeutic in the extreme.


X - don't know who your masseuse is but he/she is definately not like any I have ever had. I've had about 3 massages and they have all sucked. :mad:
I'm feeling cheated now and a little jealous.....

[kelownagirl]

I used to get a massage once every two weeks - so nice. Sometimes they were a bit painful though if I had a lot of knots to work out, mostly it was all good. I'm going for one tomorrow, first time in over a year I think. I'm going to tell her I want a relaxation massage only.

Found a way to lose that last pesky pound, plus an additional three, all in one evening. Stomach bug. So fun. I am bagged now but feeling slightly more human this morning. Hope I can go to work tomorrow....

X - LOVE Dreamweaver. I can hear it in my head now. Thank you. :D

Lisa - I love the warning sign. Too funny. My second favourite is the car that has two wheels off the ground....

[spokewench]

Well I was gone in the Grand Canyon for three days and I don't have too much time to read the Thread today - need to get some work done -

Trek and Knot: I'm glad that you had each other today after your loss this week. So sad, but I think you will find more sympathic and supportive people than the opposite!

You can see my report on the grand canyon backpacking trip under Other Sports thread!

Got to go back to work now!

spoke

[mtbdarby]

Wow it's quiet. Kit must be working:D Hope your day is going well Kit!

Spokewrench, what a great trip! Glad to hear you conquered your fear of heights and enjoyed it. Now we need some pix girl...

Guess my lower back isn't better yet. I went for a run at lunch and made it about 3 minutes into it again then BAM! Like a sucker punch to the calf the knot was back (a trigger point from a back problem). This is getting so old. I really wanted to do a 5K on the 26th and I can't run for more than 3 minutes at a stretch before I'm in agony. Nice. What a sucky year this has been for this old body.

A friend of mine wants to be a life/physical fitness coach. I think I've talked him into using me for a guinea pig on the physical fitness side of it. We're gonna talk later on it but it would be a big help for me.

BMO3, how do you find time to work out with little ones at home? Any other single moms out here with little ones that are challanged on finding time to commit to working out?

[chickwhorips]

chyk if you you haven't gotten a good massage your missing out. i'll admit out of all the therapists i know, i'm VERY picky. i'll let you know how the one today goes. doubt if it will be as good as saturday's. :rolleyes:

kelownagirl hope your feeling better. i know how not eating goes. i've been feeling bla lately and haven't been able to eat but i swear i lost a few lbs!

X don't work to hard.

kit (wow it is quiet without her good point dar) hope your first day went good.

dar hope your feeling better. i hate back pain. it wears you out too, unlike any other pain.

went for a swim for the first time in almost a year. :eek: i miss swimming. and i realize how out of "swim shape" i am. holy cow! felt good though. love my new suit. must jump in the shower. smell like pool and have to get ready for my spa day. oooohhhh spa day.

[mimitabby]

http://www.hampsten.com/Bikes/ClassicRoad/cinghialepro.html
speaking of cool bike photos
boy, found another custom bike builder in Seattle! It is amazing how many there are! anyone ever hear of these guys?

I wish i had a friend that wanted to be my coach. lucky MTBdarby!

X, thanks for the laughs. darwin, indeed!

My head is still kind of spinning and i am back to my first day of work post-vacation. I know where i'd rather be. Lucky for me, my cousins gave me lots of chestnuts to snack on (they are already baked)
and each time i eat one, i think of my cousins.

I like massages too. Have paid for them a few times, and except for once, they were very therapeutic.

[kelownagirl]

mtbdarby - I have an almost 9 year old son at home and I do find it hard to get out to ride sometimes. I'm a teacher and he goes to daycare after school most days so I often ride once or twice a week right after school. On the weekends he's at his dad's so I can ride / exercise then too. It was actually the summertime that I found it most difficult because he and I were both home all day. In another year or so, he'll be old enough to ride with us when we mtbike and eventually join us roadbiking, but probably not until he's a lot older. I used to belong to a gym and had the same problem so now I do all my other fitness/weight stuff at home, anytime I want.

Still feeling very weak. Had a shower and thoughd I'd faint. Going back to sleep for awhile I think...

[mtbdarby]

CWR - I miss the bears:( Good for you on the swim. All this tri talk around here has me wanting to try and swim again. Once upon a time, long, long ago, I used to be lifeguard certified. But I haven't swam in years.....probably because I don't like being seen in a swimsuit:rolleyes:

Kelown, hope you're feeling better soon. I know what you mean. I'm buying him a tagalong in the spring so he can come on rides with me. But it raises the center of gravity so much I'm afraid to use it with my road bike. I'll have to hook it to my mountain bike and ride that on the road.

Called my chiro. He says something is pinching in the L5/L6 area and instead of feeling back pain (it's tight but no pain), the pain is showing up in my calf (trigger point). The jarring/impact from running is causing the pinching. So no running for a bit - more biking:p And chiro bills:(

[chickwhorips]

i'll put them back up for you dar in a few days. right now i need extra strength from my good friend rosie.

[Bikingmomof3]

Kit- I hope your first day at your new job is going smoothly.

X- I am sorry about your thumb. :( Is it any better today? How is your friend doing?

CyclChyk- You definitely have been cheated on your massages. A really well done massage is worth wonderful. (where is the drooling smilie)

CWR- Enjoy your spa day. :cool: You need extra strength for your friend? I missed something. I hope all is going to be okay.

Dar- Please send the snow to me. I need snow. I will be forty in June '09, so a little less than 3 years. How do I stay motivated? I am very focused, always have been, except those years after giving birth when I kept the pregnancy weight on. I did not become truly focused again on my well being until Jan '05, my boys were old enough and I was way too out of shape. I quit teaching (YAY) found peace and balance again and completely changed my lifestyle. No way am I going back or regaining the weight it took a 1 1/2 to get off-slow and steady-the weight stays off that way. :) I cannot really explain my focus other than it is an internal drive to constantly be better. I am not competitive in anything or anyone, except myself. I have no clue if I am making any sense. How do I find time to workout? I am now, thankfully, a SAHM. I exercise at home-I really hate gyms. I will need to go when I am cleared to swim, I do not mind pools, just gyms and gym classes. I was not allowed to bike long enough to do any really long trips. Short ones, the boys biked along. I do aerobic body training/weights in the morning and I run at night. Also, my little ones are not quite so little (14, 12, and 12)
I motivate myself better than I think any gym class/personal trainer could. I do not work and play well with others. :p
Take care of your back. It sounds dreadfully painful. :(

Spokewench- Welcome back! :)

Kelownagirl-I am so sorry you are sick. Get lots of rest and feel better soon.

[CyclChyk]

I just figured out how to solve everyones delimnas - margharitas and massages...!!

Ok so maybe that would just solve mine but it sure sounded good....

(CWR - love your tag line - expecially the "oohra!" at the end!)

[Nanci]

What is up with everyone being all sick or injured?? A good thing to carry with you on your bike, on long rides, BTW is Pepto Bismol tablets, because it sucks to really need them and not find them in a convenience store!

One of the downsides of having a flock of doves sleep in your tree is the state of your windshield the next morning, I discovered.

My dang snake wouldn't eat toad-urine scented mice, so now she's trying chicken broth-scented mice. This is getting tiresome. I love her, but I wish she would cooperate a little more. I feel like just buying one that "works."

Two more days till I should feed Inez. Then 48 hours after that I can handle her! At least she doesn't whisk into hiding the second she sees me any more.

Lise, did you get that movie yet? I am thinking of getting it for BF for Christmas.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

What is up with everyone being all sick or injured?? A good thing to carry with you on your bike, on long rides, BTW is Pepto Bismol tablets, because it sucks to really need them and not find them in a convenience store!...

What exactly does Pepto Bismol fix anyway? I really want to know because when we were kids and had stomach aches, we knew that Pepto would make us throw up and then we'd feel better. That's how it worked for us, but not sure that's how it's SUPPOSED to work?? A few weeks ago I got upset cramps during my ride and had to keep sitting on the side of the road every couple of miles- barely made it home. Unusual for me.



My dang snake wouldn't eat toad-urine scented mice, so now she's trying chicken broth-scented mice. This is getting tiresome. I love her, but I wish she would cooperate a little more. I feel like just buying one that "works."
...

I don't blame her, I wouldn't eat toad-urine scented mice either.
One that "works"- I like that concept! (and did you remember to plug her in? ...better check that first)

[Bikingmomof3]

we knew that Pepto would make us throw up and then we'd feel better.

I react the same way to it. I actually take Alka-Seltzer with me, it is amazing how many various sized water containers I have been able to use it in.

[Bikingmomof3]

My dang snake wouldn't eat toad-urine scented mice, so now she's trying chicken broth-scented mice. This is getting tiresome. I love her, but I wish she would cooperate a little more. I feel like just buying one that "works."



Chicken broth? Does Addy like chicken? More importantly did it work?

[Nanci]

Diarrhea!! Like when you go to Mexico, and despite not drinking the water, you get it anyway, a couple doses of Pepto Bismol tablets, and you're through going for the rest of the week!

Toad urine is apparently like a fine wine to _some_ more malleable snakes.

I had an almost cramp in whatever quad is the inner-most one. It was doing this ripple-y thing, and I just eased up, then switched to taking electrolytes every half hour instead of every hour, and it never came back. But I was reading this article about cramping on ultracycling.com that had some technical explanation having to do with...it's too hard to explain. But the author is someone who I extremely highly respect, or I would have discounted the information.

http://ultracycling.com/training/cramping.html

Nanci

[Lise]

My dang snake wouldn't eat toad-urine scented mice, so now she's trying chicken broth-scented mice. This is getting tiresome. I love her, but I wish she would cooperate a little more. I feel like just buying one that "works."What happens if she doesn't eat the food you're offering her?


Lise, did you get that movie yet? I am thinking of getting it for BF for Christmas.I got it, and I love it. I'm watching it a bit at a time, when I get a chance. I understand that other people might find watching PR complain about being sick kind of annoying, but I'd probably pay to watch him read the phone book. :rolleyes: Poor guy, he had MRSA (a life-threatening systemic staphlococcal infection, for those TD's who don't work in health care). They wanted to hospitalize him and put him on IV abx, but he refused and went to Dubai, on p.o. abx, to fulfill a sponsorship committment. I actually kind of find it comforting that such an incredible triathlete also struggles, really struggles sometimes. I like him even better. I think it would be a good present for BF, since it's all about IM caliber triathletes, and champions at that.

PR clearly has what Running Mommy referred to as "issues", but I relate to him. Plus I noticed that J's legs are long and lean like PR's! OK, maybe not quite like PR's, but close enough. J. thinks his own legs are skinny; PR's brother refers to Peter as "a skinny little guy" when he's dressed in civvys, and "a giant" when he's racing. I love long, lean, muscular legs. :D

[Nanci]

Don't know about the chicken broth yet. It's worked for some. I'm not checking her till morning. Other scenting things that may work are Ivory Soap, toads, tree frogs, anoles and tuna fish. I sure like my Mr. Toad- he's a great pet even if his smell isn't helping.

Nanic

[spokewench]

Nanci - Great article on cramps. I only get them when I go really really hard and go over my training limit, most of the time it is under race conditions, but people are always asking me about how to get rid of them and what causes them so now I have a better idea what to tell them.

Chickwhorips: I wish I could send you bowls of fresh veges and fruits! I would die if I couldn't have fresh veges and fruits. Were you coming to Arizona soon on a trip?

Mtbdarby: Sorry about your back. I've had a bad back since I was in my mid 20's so I am constantly fighting that ongoing pain. I know it can be really frustrating and depressing. Hang in there.

[CyclChyk]

Toad urine scented mice - what will they think of next??? I have a chi that likes to mark EVERYTHING so if the chicken broth doesn't work I could bottle Kong's urine for ya.:eek: Just trying to help Nanci :o

eewww...... I'm gonna go fry up some tilapia now.....

OH And I know from "earlydrinkingdays" experience that taking a big swig of pepto after a night of drinking just before beddyby along with a bigmac and 2 tylonel keeps hang-overs at bay....

[Nanci]

I'm in love with my sidewalk. I just had to go check it, in the middle of Grey's Anatomy, to see how it looked with the solar lights on. As if I didn't know. I think I need a couple more lights, though. And another orange sedge grass. And some more tiny plants to go in the cracks. I won't stop until the entire five acres is one big patio!! I _will_ post a pic, when it's a nice day and the torts are out and I add a few more things. I love those big Gerber daisies. I planted one in a crack, and a huge one in a big pot. I also planted a some sort of lavender that smells like lemon. Koko tried some basil. Buttercup...she's the next best thing to Addy. She _does_ eat, but only one thing, and only if conditions are perfect, and not nearly as much as I'd like her to eat.

[Nanci]

I'm having super-major pre-birthday depression right now...Could be brought on my Grey's Anatomy. I'd say more, but we all know that Google will find every last word which could come back to haunt us.

On a happier note- twice, while wearing floral purple pajama pants, a hummingbird moth has tried to suck my leg.

[Nanci]

And who, exactly, are The Talking Heads, and why would I want to watch their concert video>>

[Nanci]

I told some guy on Cornsnake Forum he might like "Heft On Wheels." How strange. (He has a PE, like MP)

[Nanci]

Lise, if she doesn't eat, if she loses "too much" weight, I let her go. I'd rather have a snake that eats reliably than have PR as a BF.

[kelownagirl]

((((nanci)))) Is BF back from his unexpected 3 day trip away?

ivory soap? really?

looking forward to seeing your pics of the torts grazing in the back yard. I already have this image in my head but it would be nice to see the real thing.

I prefer immodium to pepto bismol is emergencies like that...

Cyclchyk - margs and massages... sounds like last friday night ;)

I did the pepto and tylenol the night before, but a big mac would jsut give me something to throw up. No thanks.

[Bikingmomof3]

Nanci-I know your birthday is soon, what day exactly? I have never watched Grey's Anatomy, so all references are lost on me. Are you usually sad befor your birthday? I love birthdays. It means I managed to live another year. :D

Is your BF still away?

When do we get pics of the grazing area?

Immodium is my OTC of choice.

[annie]

OH And I know from "earlydrinkingdays" experience that taking a big swig of pepto after a night of drinking just before beddyby along with a bigmac and 2 tylonel keeps hang-overs at bay....

Big Mac --- EEEWWW! That just wouldn't stay down. :eek:


I'm having super-major pre-birthday depression right now...

On a happier note- twice, while wearing floral purple pajama pants, a hummingbird moth has tried to suck my leg.

Is this birthday one that is bothering you?? I've gotta agree with BoM3! Every birthday is another year alive! SO much better than the alternative. And you are so active and involved in life, etc. Age just shouldn't matter. Or maybe that's not what's getting you down. Whatever it is, I hope you perk up.

I'm trying to picture a moth sucking the leg of a human............ :confused: Cool!

Lisa SH - my mom gave us 7-Up when we had stomach aches. To this day, I associate it with puking. Ugh. :(

Finally, finally got my home gym set up with a weight bench, some free weights and a bike on the trainer. All my myself in the basement, so I can go down whenever I have time and not bother anyone! Yea!! Does this mean I'll work out more often? I hope so, ::keeping fingers crossed:: I did both today. I'll be needing a massage tomorrow.

annie

[Kitsune06]

I see- this place *is* quiet without my endless jabber. Who knew? Work went well, I think. Lots to learn but lots of it is pretty intuitive or common sense. good times. Drove my bike route and found it to be *exactly* ten miles. Also found a shower room (still in existance!) in the building, but no one has the keys :confused:... and a bike locker... with similar key situation :confused::confused: Oh well. Apparently the front desk ladies are pretty talkative, and impressed with my plot to bike to work, so they've been (apparently) telling others about my plans so other people would come up to my desk and ask me about it, usually following with "Won't you get wet?" or "Isn't it scary?" or my favorite "What about the cars?!" fun, fun.

X- You're welcome :) After much deliberation, I think you should write the TD Cliff's notes. You read TD much more thoughtfully than I do, I think.

CWR- I was actually sad when you removed Rosie- glad to have her back. She personified your screen name for me, I think.

[Bikingmomof3]

I need help choosing a buff. My nose gets cold when I run and so a Buff should do it-anyone besides me think that word sounds wrong? Anyway, please help me pick one! http://www.buffusa.com/catalogue/30/all

[snapdragen]

Hello all, I'm home. The Stones were all I expected and more! I'm still giddy as a school girl - we screamed, we sang, we danced - awesome!

Las Vegas is bizarrely wonderful. I want to go back and catch some of the shows. And see Prince.

I need to sleep now - sooooo tired!

[kelownagirl]

It sounds wrong to me too. :) Wow so many colour/patterns to choose from! I'm partial to anything blue myself. I liked the Dolomitas Blue and the Sargan Azafata. Actually I liked a lot more than that. Good luck in finding one you like. Can you wear it under a helmet?

[Bikingmomof3]

Yes, there is a discussion somewhere (helpful I am not), about keeping ears warm while biking and the majority recommended Buffs. So many to choose from.

I am drawn to Scully, I have no idea why. If it was a painting, it would match my living room.

[Bikingmomof3]

Kit and Snap-Good to have you both back.

Kit-I knwo it was only for a few hours, yet it appeared to be so much longer. I am pleased to hear your first day went well. :)

Snap-I am so happy the Stones concert was everything you were hoping. :cool:

[salsabike]

If it's in reaction to Grey's Anatomy, I have an idea what category it's in, and not much anyone else can say...Just know you are one cool babe, Nanci, and that everyone on TD thinks so.

CC, I have never quite grasped cricket even after having my British sister in law explain it. I love to watch it briefly but I don't really get it yet. Mr. Salsa gets it, but we are still football (not American football) fans first. My failing, I'm sure. I love the look of cricket so expect I'd like it if I got "viewer-coached" through a game.

Not all massages are created equal, and different people need different kinds, too. I have fibromyalgia, and massages that push and prod hard will set the muscle pain off and make things much worse. I have to find someone who understands myofascial massage before I'll get one (slow heavy pressure that stretches the muscles instead of jabbing at them).

CWR, spa days are the best. Let us know how it went. Glad you're getting some creature comforts.

Mimi, I love roasted chestnuts more than anything. I had them every day when I did a three-month internship in Geneva, and I still miss them.

Nanci, I love the Choco's-falling game! I can SEE it and hear it as you describe it. Poor Addy, though. I like hearing about your garden and your path because our yard, which used to have lots of flowers, is a total moonscape from the construction. It'll get redone, but right now it's just desolate, so keep that garden talk coming. Love the hummingbird moth story!

I love the Talking Heads. The coolest New Wave band in the 80s. Mr. Salsa and I fell in love to the Talking Heads. As maid of honor at my sister's wedding in the late 80s/early 90s (who remembers...), my toast was a quote from a Talking Heads song ("Out of all those kinds of people, you've got a face with a view...").

No matter what, Nanci, it'll be okay, and even good. Early Happy Birthday to you.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I need help choosing a buff. My nose gets cold when I run and so a Buff should do it-anyone besides me think that word sounds wrong? Anyway, please help me pick one! http://www.buffusa.com/catalogue/30/all
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I like "Dova" and "Cycle".

[CyclChyk]

NANCI - please tell me you were kidding when you asked who the Talking Heads are........... yes, watch one of their videos. (I must be getting so old....) Oh and when are we going to get to see a pic of your walkway?? You are giving me inspiration here.....

SNAP - the Stones must have been awesome!!! I am so jealous. Glad you had a great time. And has Prince taken his name back or is he still the "artist formerly known as..."?? (I love Prince BTW)

CWR - I agree. I like your avitar now. Suits your name.

KIT - hows the new job? Think you are going to like it? Yeh to the shower and bike locker!

BOM - sorry can't help with the buff..... never wore one, probably never will.

[crazycanuck]

Helowowowowo kids,

Snap-I'm jealous. I sure hope you boogied extra hard for me and threw kisses at mick.
Keith richards...what planet is he on again? I'm sure over the years through all that haze, quite a few.

If Nanci's path doesn't work she could be " On the Road to Nowhere" and for the snake that doesn't eat as well.

BMO3-Your package is being sent today. Sure hope the anzac buscuits don't get crushed.
Buff headgear is great except in the summer when it's 35c.

Ciao for now my dearies to the north

c

[Bikingmomof3]

Thanks for the Buff suggestions. When I briefly lived in the USSR I wore scarves all the time, I still have them, but they are definitely not wicking or breathable, but very, very warm. I almost pulled one out last night to run with, to keep my nose and mouth warm. Unfortunately, when the scarves get moist they freeze. So, buff it is.

[Kitsune06]

I'm sorry, X, I'm still giggling over how long it takes you to post anything, anywhere. I take it your thumb's not better?
*hugs*

[chickwhorips]

spokewench i am down in phoenix right now. i'm here till weds morning then i fly back up to alaska.

the spa day went well. i was able to relax during the facial and massage. funny how this massage was completely different from the other one. i guess i got all the bad kinks worked out with the first one. that and totally different therapist who has a completely different technique. the mani and pedi with the girl i use to work with was a blast. got caught up on all the salon gossip. gotta love it. tomorrow i get my hair done. woo hoo! total makeover, well kinda.

kit glad the first day of work went well.

snap glad you had a good time. OH!!!!!! how could i forgit. i now know someone that works at the Valley Ho. tried to get him to get me a t-shirt, no go yet, still working on it. i want one that says spa ho. :cool:

yup gotta love rosie. she's a good pal of mine, always keeps my spirts up. so i figured i should put her back as the avitar for a while.

well its bed time. night!

[Kitsune06]

Glad the spa etc went well, chica. :)
I'm debating going to bed now, too. I just know I wouldn't sleep, though. *sigh* or I would, then I'd wake up again at 4am. I really need to lay off the caffeine. :D
Sleep well!

[KnottedYet]

I'm back in Seattle. 15 hr drive up from SF.

I'm tiiiiiiiiiiiiired!!

Will post pics (if my camera behaves and downloads like it should this time) tomorrow. I hope.

Night, y'all!ddd

[Xrayted]

Snap - has your voice recovered yet or are you still hoarse? Get any bootleg pics? I always smuggle a camera. No fun otherwise. *slight wink at Kit*

Kit - glad you like the job. As far as the locks, just jimmy them. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Get that fake "who me?" look off your face. We all know better. :cool: BTW, Mickey says hi.

CyclChyk - how can you handle McD's? The only sandwich I can tolerate is the fish and then only plain. Didn't like their burgers as a kid either. Blech.
As far as massage, I have 2 SIL's that are massage therapists and have taught me loads. I'm much better at giving them now and can go for over an hour straight without even thinking about it. No complaints yet. My tech mentors from school used to line up. (Did I mention I got straight A's in clinicals? ;)) Anyway, between the 2 of them, I get free ones anytime I need 'em. At home, I don't leave it up for discussion.

Kelownagirl - sorry you're ill. You have all my sympathy. Had my own p*ke-fest last Mon. Took me days to recover. Oh, I love Dream Weaver too. One of my all time favorites. Let's see what's playing in the changer now? Hmmmm, here ya go... Billie Holiday, Night and Day. Enjoy.

Night and day you are the one
Only you beneath the moon and sun
Whether near me or far
It's no matter, darling, where you are
I think of you
Night and day
Day and night...

(Aaaaahh, ain't nothin' like a good Cole Porter song)

Take care and stay in bed if that's what it takes. Fluids, push fluids. (((Kg)))

Nanci - "the water" is in the sodas, tea, cooked foods... that's why it still gets ya.

Dar - sorry about the painful legs. Come on over and I'll stomp on your back for a while. Won't fix the spasms but then again you won't notice for allthe spinal fx pain. On second thought, maybe just a good massage to loosen and realign everything.

BMo3 - thumb is better, thanks. Stopped hurting so much today. I soaked the bandage off (cold water) and rewrapped it. As much as I have to wash my hands all day, I'm surprsed it's not worse tonight. BTW, Nanci's b-day is on the 18th. (I got it this time, right Nanci? :o ) Friend went home today. I stopped by on my way home from work and got her settled in. She made me sing her a bedtime song. **shaking head** I'm such a sucker for sick people.

mimi - y'all in Seattle rock the biking world don't you? Such talent - how do you contain it all in only one city? I've gotta visit there someday. Sounds so bike friendly. It's like going to an alien planet or something compared to here.

CWR - yup, ya still know. (((CWR)))
Rosie the Riveter ROCKS!!! I ordered a jersey online 4 days ago. :cool: Expensive, but worth it. Can't wait until she gets here. I'll put it on and send ya a pic when she arrives. Good choice in avatars. Hope she helps give you the strength you need. You know where you can find the rest. ;)
I just caught your last post Kit. It's kinda hard to write when I keep getting interrupted. 3 phone calls and an email. I seem to be the center of the whole universe tonight. Is it a full moon?

**whispering** pssst! Hey, Kelownagirl - keep up will ya? cd's just switched to Louis Armstrong. It's set on random so let's see... C'est Si Bon. Mmmmm, nice choice. (Satch is just the coolest kat.)

Trek - did Knot make it home ok yet? Hope your spirits are better. Here's an extra one, just cuz. (((Trek)))

OK. I think I'm finally caught up. Mondays are always so gabby around here. :rolleyes: A girl could lose a finger from typing.

later gator.

[salsabike]

Hey, welcome home, Knot. Looking forward to seeing the Knot/Trek pics.

X, I was about to invite you here. You'd like it here, I think. Think about coming for a visit, for real.

Snap, what a blast. The Stones are the collective Portrait of Dorian Gray. I don't know how they've survived all the stuff they've done and yet they seem to just go on and on. Mick's dad just died at age 93, so I expect Mick got some good longevity genes. What was your favorite thing in Vegas besides them?

Chyk, I am taking before and after house pics, have been mailing them to my mom, and will post a few sometime.

Road to Nowhere is one of my alltime favorites.

[Xrayted]

Salsa - see my vacation thread. please give me your ideas. all are welcome. http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=11440
Thanks!
I may end up combining 2 different destinations in one vacation. Never know. I've got days to burn. :cool:

[Nanci]

It's my birthday Saturday. I'll be 48! That's the same as 50. I wish we could do something fun. I miss my family. BF has been back since last Thursday. There's a Century, the Horrible Hundred, Sunday. I don't know if I want to go or not.

I switched from Grey's Anatomy last night to the first season of Jackass. I would like to try alligator wrestling. I think I would be good at it.

[crazycanuck]

Hello,

It's time to get up kids. Rise N Shine.:)

I hope you ladies have a good day. If you're commuting to work by bike may you have a safe ride.


Off to bed soon.

c

[Lise]

Lise, if she doesn't eat, if she loses "too much" weight, I let her go. I'd rather have a snake that eats reliably than have PR as a BF.Oh, girl, you crack me up! I guffawed out loud (GOL?) at that one! You must watch What It Takes. There's this section showing how PR gets down to racing weight (which is 15# more than I weigh, and he's 7" taller than me! :eek: ). He eats almost nothing. He shops for every meal, so there's no food left in the house. He goes to bed so hungry he has a headache. I sat there talking to the TV, saying, "Eat Peter! Eat!" Poor guy. I hope he's enjoying retirement and eating on a regular basis. I hope Addy decides to be a happy pampered snake and eat the good food you're offering.

It's my birthday Saturday. I'll be 48! That's the same as 50. I wish we could do something fun. I miss my family. BF has been back since last Thursday. There's a Century, the Horrible Hundred, Sunday. I don't know if I want to go or not.

I switched from Grey's Anatomy last night to the first season of Jackass. I would like to try alligator wrestling. I think I would be good at it.
I'm sorry this is a tough week. I hope the BF does something fun with you. I think you'd be great at alligator wrestling, because, so far as I can tell, you're great at every crazy, impossible thing you try! I am most definitely in the Nanci fan club. As a midwife, I can picture what it was like for your mom 48 years ago today, wondering when her baby would finally come. I'm glad you were born nearly 48 years ago. (((Nanci))) L.

[divingbiker]

It's my birthday Saturday. I'll be 48! That's the same as 50.

Oh, Nanci, Nanci, Nanci...I'm emerging from lurkdom long enough to let you know that 48 is in no way the same as 50! Trust me on this.

Every year you get a little achier, a little fatter, a little grayer. I'd guess that at least 50% of my time with my friends is spent b!tching about how much it sucks to get old--not intentionally, but that's just where our conversations gravitate these days. Enjoy your 40's, and have a great birthday.

[Offthegrid]

I hate to post and run, but just wanted to share this. My trainer asked me if I had thought about racing at our velodrome -- pretty nice compliment. :o It's not in the cards for next year, though.

[mimitabby]

Yes, there is a discussion somewhere (helpful I am not), about keeping ears warm while biking and the majority recommended Buffs. So many to choose from.

I am drawn to Scully, I have no idea why. If it was a painting, it would match my living room.

WHAT is Scully? is it purple or orange?

[mimitabby]

Gosh, 48 is so NOT 50. when you are 48 you can still pretend to be 'middle aged' at 50 the only way you can be young is to work at it.

48 is when you still can get away with A LOT... at 50 you had better get your act together or you are going to be OLD fast. Too many of my family and friends have let it happen. It really breaks my heart when my little sister says she moves slowly all the time now because she hurts. she got old and i didn't.

Salsa, all that talk about your house construction and your cats has really scared me. Do your cats normally go out? or do they cower in a closet while your roof is being torn off? I had been thinking about adding on to my house
but now we are both wondering if it is worth all the pain and suffering and hassles.

Knot, welcome to storm central. Even at the lazy B we had power outages last week while i was in Sunny Italy.

Chick, don't forget to buy fruits and vegetables before you go back to the cold, dark north.

X, yes do come to Seattle, you have at least 2 places to stay. we're a non-smoking drinking house with cats..

right now I am really unhappy because my son's girlfriend got an edict from her doctor to not come to my house because of those cats. That of course means my son doesn't come over either. He was even instructed to change clothes when he gets home (they live together) if he's been at MY house. I know it isn't personal but it sure FEELS personal.

Offthegrid, how cool is that that people think you are better than you think yourself!!
i say go for it.!

[chickwhorips]

X when you get the jersey let me know how it fits. i've wanted it for a LONG time. btw ((((((X))))))

kit have a good second day at work ((((((kit))))))

nanci how is 48 50? i thought 48 was the new 38?

lise you make me feel a lot more sane. i always yell at movies too. now if they only would listen to us.

welcome home knot. can't wait to see the pictures!

have a good day everyone. (((((((everyone)))))) i'm just full of hugs today. :) anyone need a second one?

[chickwhorips]

(CWR - love your tag line - expecially the "oohra!" at the end!)

thanks. i figured it went well with rosie. but typing OOHRA! you don't get the same effect as saying it, but the thought and feeling is there you just have to remember to say it from your gut.

[mtbdarby]

BMo3 - you used to live in USSR? Please tell me more - PM me if you want.

Nanci - I could see you as an alligatore wrestler:p Ain't no mountain high enough woman! And I would never have guessed your age! Isn't that a neat thing about internet friends? We get to learn and love people for who they are - not for their age, looks, scars, voices, etc. Just one of the many things I love about this forum.....

Kelown - are you feeling better Hon?

X - glad the thumb is getting better. And to hear your friend is out of the hospital. Can you sing me a bedtime story tonight?

Snap - glad the concert was awesome! Sleep well and catch us up with your adventure.

Knot & CWR - safe travels home girls.

All this massage talk lately. I sure could use one...my back and legs HURT today.

I'm gonna write down a list of things I want to do before I die today and start doing them. I need to get out of my rut...

[chickwhorips]

All this massage talk lately. I sure could use one...my back and legs HURT today..

you know X did offer to jump on your back for you.

[Bikingmomof3]

WHAT is Scully? is it purple or orange?

This is Scully: http://www.buffusa.com/product/53

[KnottedYet]

A couple pictures:

Flossie and Menace in all their lugged and Campy glory, riding the roof-rack to the start of the bike ride. Being tall has it's uses, Trek didn't need to use her step-stool to get the bikes up there! (Knot flexes her puny, but long, arms) Note the GG bridge in the background.
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m21/KnottedYet/DSCN0302.jpg

Trek on the Golden Gate bridge. The views were incredible! We saw a seal swimming along on the surface of the water, and lots of sailboats.
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m21/KnottedYet/DSCN0312.jpg

Flossie on the bridge. Awwww...
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m21/KnottedYet/DSCN0313.jpg

This bird was just standing along a path in Crissy (sp?) field where we walked the bikes. There were pelicans and other birds, too, but this dude was fearless. I think he was drawn by the shiney lavender and shiney gold bikes.
http://i100.photobucket.com/albums/m21/KnottedYet/DSCN0323.jpg

[CyclChyk]

X -McD's was in my younger <gulp> days.... now all I can tolerate is the crilled chx on wheat, plain. Its actually pretty good. And I'm still not falling for the masage thing.... maybe I'm jsut a big puss but they always hurt......

CWR - TOTALLY agree that OOHRA's gotta come from the gut. Means something completely different otherwise.

KNOT - welcome home! Pics Pics! (can you tell I never go out of town)

NANCI - Happy early B-day chickie!!! (And age is just a number... at least thats what I keep telling myself :( )

KIT - how's the new job? Are you working with cool peeps or is everyone still in dork status?

KEL - hope ya feel better soon. Being sick just plain sucks.

BOM - how have you been feeling? Better I hope. Any news?

MIMI - you want me to set your son straight? (I'll sic X on him!) People with allergies are around cats all the time.... medicine is pretty amazing that way....

[Bikingmomof3]

Good Morning one and all.

I am about to go exercise and then proceed with motherly duties around the house. I know, you are all envious that I get to clean up, wash clothes, vacuum, and do the thousand other things I do every single day of my life.

I had a bad night, which was probably good, since it scared me into placing the medical ID bracelet ordered this morning. MP played a major role is kindly reminding me to get off my bum and order one (she was much nicer than how I just stated it. :D)

Now I will never get my Polar RS200SD, although should there be a problem, I will at least have my med ID on me. :)

I have all my SS items together and ready to mail.

Nanci-you share a birthday with my twins. :cool: We are having 2 "cakes". One is a Killer Brownie "cake". The other "cake" is a mile high killer Brownie Cheesecake. The twins do not care for normal cake. :rolleyes:

Dar-I made a list shortly after discovering I had a stroke. Pity it took a major event to make me think about my goals.
My major was Soviet Foreign Policy. Long story short, I lived over there when it was still the USSR. beautiful country, lovely people. Anyhow, I graduated, communism collapsed and I went on to get a masters in physics. Note, I am not using any of my degrees, yet will be paying student loans off from the grave.:mad:

X-come to Ohio, you know you want to. Sure, there are many scenic places that do not resemble your home state, but I am in Ohio. ;)

CWR- I like your sig line! BTW, you are not allergic to nuts are you?

Knot-Welcome home!

Nanci-I have discovered that each year I find myself stronger )ignore the whole stroke thing, it sets a bad example) and I am more comfortable with who I am. I would not want to go back and redo my 20s or even early 30s. Not that anything is wrong with the 20s and early 30s, those were just tough times for me.

Lise-out of an act of desperation for something to watch to try and ignore pain, I turned on ER (weeks ago). I loved the show for the first few years...anyway, when Abby was in preterm labour, I was screaming at the TV, correcting the mistakes- beginning with Mag Sulphate and Betamethasone all the way to the NICU. :o You would think with all that money they could ask women who have been through these things for some pointers.


Okay, time to exercise and start cleaning. Oh joy.

[Xrayted]

Oh, gosh, I wish I had time to comment more. I may have to get on at work if the prying eyes can keep to themselves. They really are nosey. It's called 'lack of own life' syndrome.

OTG - I'll try to PM ya later. Promise. AllezGirl and I have a plan in the works. BTW, congrats! Do the velodrome, definitely.

CWR - quit messing around and get back to some serious personal fun, girl. Catch ya later tonight. Hope you liked the PM I just sent. No sharing that story now. :o :D

Knot - WELCOME HOME!!!
Glad you're home safely and everything went so well. Thanks for the pics. Hope you can share more at some point. (I need ideas for vacation rides.) I love the 2 bikes on the car roof shot. Aren't they cute together? I guess they got along alright, huh? No fighting for a window seat to worry about.
Thanks for being there for Trek. We can't have her walking around with a gloomy guss on her face. She's the TD glue that holds this place together.

BMo3 - oh, I can't even put it into words. Not even a virtual hug can do it. :)

Gotta run kids, I've got a very important errand before work. No excuses or I have to ban myself from the bike. Can't have that, now can we?

catch y'all later and be safe.

x

[spokewench]

Kit: sounds like you are in desperate need of a locksmith!

Cyclechyk: After hiking the GC this last weekend, I am desperately in need of a massage (maybe a margarita wouldn't hurt either).

Annie: Ditto on the 7-up!

BMO3: - Skully is wild - I think it is you!

I'll start riding my bike tomorrow - trying to let the little tears in my legs heal a little before I go out.

Looks like rain today. We could use some rain. The top of the mountain is all covered with clouds - maybe it is snowing up there.

When I came to work this morning, the Big Kitty was hogging the hubby lap. They looked pretty comfortable. I wish I could have stayed home too!

[chickwhorips]

BOM no i'm not allergic to anything that i know of.

X yes i did like it. i just may have to send you a blackmail email now and again though just for fun. :)

[Lise]

Lise-out of an act of desperation for something to watch to try and ignore pain, I turned on ER (weeks ago). I loved the show for the first few years...anyway, when Abby was in preterm labour, I was screaming at the TV, correcting the mistakes- beginning with Mag Sulphate and Betamethasone all the way to the NICU. :o You would think with all that money they could ask women who have been through these things for some pointers.TELL me about it! That show makes me nuts. They get OB so wrong. You'd think they could just ask a doctor or nurse or midwife or ANYBODY who works in OB. They clearly have one medical person consultant who dimly remembers his/her OB rotation in med school. My ex loved that show, and I was not allowed to be in the room when it was on, because I'd get so irate. :rolleyes:

[Offthegrid]

Bikingmomof3: I really like blue flame, but they have an impossible number of choices there. Goodness.

Nanci: Happy b-day! Enjoy it.

I'm at work and supposed to be doing this project, but all the other team members decided to go to lunch instead. :mad: I purposely ate lunch early and at my desk so I'd be ready to go. :mad: :mad: :mad: Well, guess I get time to read TD then. :D

Nah, I'm not going to do the velodrome next year. Maybe in 2008. I just need to get more comfortable on the bike and do some real riding in 2007, not to mention lose my 80 pounds.

Weigh-in is tonight. I think I have done well, but the scale will tell.

Did squats last night with the trainer for the first time ever. Not too bad. He was very patient and showed me how to do them like 100 times. I was actually really afraid that I wouldn't be able to do it and would fall on my butt, but I did it!

This month my company pays employees for unused vacation up to a week, so I have some extra $$$ coming in. Sweet! (But before you feel too jealous, I didn't take ANY vacation this year. I switched jobs and didn't take a single day off, and then only used 4 days off for doctor's appointments.)

But I need to buy so much stuff. Like:
- Bike stand
- Clip on aero bars (maybe)
- New pair of sneakers. Oh, and when my orthotics come in they're $175.
- New Enell sports bras because mine are now too big. These are something like $60 each.
- New clothes because my pants are falling down.
- Heart rate monitor
- Cyclocomputer for my road bike that measures cadence; then I can move the road bike computer to my commuter.
- Better saddle for the commuter
- Panier
- Pedals, bike shoes (maybe) and cleats for the commuter
- Better cycling shorts (but probably will try to wait until I'm "small" enough to wear a women's XL)
- Some nutrition stuff like Shot Blocks and possibly Cytomax (though that can probably wait until spring)

Hmmm ... that might be it.

[Offthegrid]

BTW, I love "ER." I like to watch in blissful ignorance that medical procedures are wrong. "Grey's Anatomy" is OK. I am a "Lost" die-hard, but recently have become frustrated with it. I still watch "Desperate Housewives."

My guilty pleasure is "Biggest Loser." I'm in love with Bob. *swoon*

Try "Boston Legal" sometime if you haven't watched it. It's hillarious.

[Bikingmomof3]

Knot-Thank you for sharing the photos. The bikes look so happy. I love the pics of the GGB.

Lise- I began watching ER when I was on hospital bedrest. I watched it until George Clooney left. You should have heard me shouting at the screen during the OB scenes. They got everything wrong.
Not related to the show, but real life-why did nurses bring in teeny little wrist and arm bands evertime I went into major preterm labour on mag sulphate. Do they not know how absolutely frantic that makes the mother?

X-thanks for the hug.

Spokewench-I am thinking Scully is the one. :)

OTG-do nto hold back due to weight. You will notice muscle replaces fat and eventually the scale will not move as quickly as the beginning. You should see the "need" list for running. I have not even started my swimming wish list yet.
As for TV, I am a PBS watcher.

[mimitabby]

Knot-Thank you for sharing the photos. The bikes look so happy. I love the pics of the GGB.

Lise- I began watching ER when I was on hospital bedrest. I watched it until George Clooney left. You should have heard me shouting at the screen during the OB scenes. They got everything wrong.
Not related to the show, but real life-why did nurses bring in teeny little wrist and arm bands evertime I went into major preterm labour on mag sulphate. Do they not know how absolutely frantic that makes the mother?
.

Bmom3, I like George Clooney too. (but never saw ER)

why did teeny little wrist and arm bands disturb you?
why were you on mag sulphate? sounds yucky.

while i was gone my husband got digital cable and RAI, an italian channel. Now i can get hooked on italian soap operas.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

But I need to buy so much stuff. Like:
- Bike stand
- Clip on aero bars (maybe)
- New pair of sneakers. Oh, and when my orthotics come in they're $175.
- New Enell sports bras because mine are now too big. These are something like $60 each.
- New clothes because my pants are falling down.
- Heart rate monitor
- Cyclocomputer for my road bike that measures cadence; then I can move the road bike computer to my commuter.
- Better saddle for the commuter
- Panier
- Pedals, bike shoes (maybe) and cleats for the commuter
- Better cycling shorts (but probably will try to wait until I'm "small" enough to wear a women's XL)
- Some nutrition stuff like Shot Blocks and possibly Cytomax (though that can probably wait until spring)


OK, I think the priority here has to be to address the pants-falling-down issue.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

It's my birthday Saturday. I'll be 48!

Big deal- Get upset when you're 68! Or 78!
Some people are old when they are 48. Some people are young when they are 48. Be the second kind, girl. Rejoice!
I'm 52 and I feel younger and better than when I was in my 20's or 30's....or 40's.
And remember all the people will never never get to be 48...

[Bikingmomof3]

why did teeny little wrist and arm bands disturb you?
why were you on mag sulphate? sounds yucky.


I was on Mag Sulphate (too many times) in an attempt stop preterm labour. Side note, all my babies were preemies. The wrist and ankle bands depressed and frightened me, because it meant the perinatologist's believed the mag was not working and the babies would need to be delivered. Not good. Fortunately, all worked out well and my twinks have abirthday on Saturday. :)

[mimitabby]

oh, wow, ALL were preemies! now I understand. How preemie were they?
my kids were so on time that i won the office pool with the second!

[Bikingmomof3]

- New clothes because my pants are falling down.



When I was losing weight, I bought all my clothing off eBay. Fabulous finds (New) at very cheap prices. :cool:

Check out cycling equip and clothing on eBay as well.

[Bikingmomof3]

oh, wow, ALL were preemies! now I understand. How preemie were they?
my kids were so on time that i won the office pool with the second!

That is the tricky part, which I shall explain in a moment.
My oldest was 1 month early, not bad, but I had a seizure trying to deliver him and so he was blue and floppy :( with very, very, very bad apgar scores. poor thing had to have Narcan to reverse the effects of the meds they gave me. :( I felt so guilty being wheeled into the NICU. I wanted to wear a sign indictating I was not a drug user. We both had to stay in hospital for 2 weeks.

Second pregnancy, exact preemie designation is iffy because my perinatologist told me early on not to think of a due date. Long, long story, but procedures needed to be done due to the TTTS and thy needed to be done prior to the official 20 week period. Shorten the story, they were due sometime toward the end of Jan and were born in November. 3lbs and 4lbs-awesome weights. :D One needed oxygen and an NG tube, the other delevoped NEC, and was taken off feeds. We will not know if he will be able to have children until he is old enough to understand and be tested. He had tubes everywhere, but he could breathe on his own. :) His day shift NICU nurse told me I could not hold him, yeah right. :rolleyes: I picked him up and rocked him when her back was turned. :D I guess she was afraid I would mess up his tubes. I worked in health care long enough to not be frightened of tubing.

Now, I imagine you are sorry you asked. :eek:

[mimitabby]

That is the tricky part, which I shall explain in a moment.
My oldest was 1 month early, not bad, but I had a seizure trying to deliver him and so he was blue and floppy :( with very, very, very bad apgar scores. poor thing had to have Narcan to reverse the effects of the meds they gave me. :( I felt so guilty being wheeled into the NICU. I wanted to wear a sign indictating I was not a drug user. We both had to stay in hospital for 2 weeks.

Second pregnancy, exact preemie designation is iffy because my perinatologist told me early on not to think of a due date. Long, long story, but procedures needed to be done due to the TTTS and thy needed to be done prior to the official 20 week period. Shorten the story, they were due sometime toward the end of Jan and were born in November. 3lbs and 4lbs-awesome weights. :D One needed oxygen and an NG tube, the other delevoped NEC, and was taken off feeds. We will not know if he will be able to have children until he is old enough to understand and be tested. He had tubes everywhere, but he could breathe on his own. :) His day shift NICU nurse told me I could not hold him, yeah right. :rolleyes: I picked him up and rocked him when her back was turned. :D I guess she was afraid I would mess up his tubes. I worked in health care long enough to not be frightened of tubing.

Now, I imagine you are sorry you asked. :eek:

no, i'm not sorry i asked. What's NEC? and the TTTS?
Having produced two of my own i am always fascinated by birthing. My cousin had a job for quite a while as a neonatal nurse. she took care of sick preemies. Every now and then i got a photo from her of a tiny tiny baby. so neat!

[Fredwina]

On the Intersection of Hollywood and real lif:
I think the producers and writers go for Drama/ comedy first, and worry about "Real Life" second.
My fav:
I remember watching a movie about a programmer with a grudge who worked for a railroad. he programmed the computer so that two passenger train would collide. Once the railroad learned of his cunning plan, they brought in Computer Science prof. (William Shatner) to fix it. In one scene, Mr. Shatner was intetly examing a circuit board when Exclaimed "I found the bug!" :rolleyes: Hint :Programming is software, not hardware. Not to mention that the circuit board wasn't plugged in.
Been too busy to keep up much. I think I need to control my fist of death Re: my boss
Drift away!

[Offthegrid]

Bikingmom, that does sound scary! I'd hate to see those wristbands, too.


OK, I think the priority here has to be to address the pants-falling-down issue.

ROFL! You crack me up. I can probably get away with it for a few more weeks; I got a belt. ;)


When I was losing weight, I bought all my clothing off eBay. Fabulous finds (New) at very cheap prices.

Women's sizes vary too much. One type of pants I'm an 18, another I'm a 16 and another I'm a 22. Sometimes the fit even varies for the same brand. :mad:

Also I have very big (fat and muscular) thighs, so even if they fit at the waist they may not be wearable. In fact, most pants are too loose at the waist in order to fit my legs. *sigh* I hate shopping for clothes. It's almost as bad as shopping for shoes.

[Lise]

OTG, what size Enell bra are you looking for? I've got a size 2 (never worn) and a size 1 (seldom worn) that I'd sell you for 1/2 price. PM me if you're interested. I love my Enell, but the sz 1 is too small around my ribs, and even the sz 2 needs an extender at the bottom band. I just don't need two sz 2, and would be happy to pass one on.

B3--I never thought about how bringing in the baby bands would terrify the mom. What an interesting point. I'll bring that up to the nurses next time I'm in L&D. NEC--yuk. So sorry to hear it. Wishing them, and you, all the best. Have a happy, happy birthday with them!

[Bikingmomof3]

no, i'm not sorry i asked. What's NEC? and the TTTS?
Having produced two of my own i am always fascinated by birthing. My cousin had a job for quite a while as a neonatal nurse. she took care of sick preemies. Every now and then i got a photo from her of a tiny tiny baby. so neat!

NEC: Necrotizing Enterocolitis or here:http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/med...stive/nec.html
TTTS:Twin-To-Twin-Transfusion-Syndrom
Mary began a TTTS Foundation and has wonderful information on her site. She is a lovely woman. I was honored to be one of the happy moms in the registry, whose babies both lived. I also counseled moms on bed rest, as I had lots of experience. http://www.tttsfoundation.org/what%20is%20ttts.html

[Bikingmomof3]

Women's sizes vary too much. One type of pants I'm an 18, another I'm a 16 and another I'm a 22. Sometimes the fit even varies for the same brand. :mad:

Also I have very big (fat and muscular) thighs, so even if they fit at the waist they may not be wearable. In fact, most pants are too loose at the waist in order to fit my legs. *sigh* I hate shopping for clothes. It's almost as bad as shopping for shoes.

Lucky Brand goes by waist size. They are wonderful. I have always had difficulty getting the hips/thighs to fit without a buldging waist band. These are wonderful jeans.

If in doubt, ask the seller to measure the waist, hips, and thigh. I never had a seller refuse. :)

[Bikingmomof3]

B3--I never thought about how bringing in the baby bands would terrify the mom. What an interesting point. I'll bring that up to the nurses next time I'm in L&D. NEC--yuk. So sorry to hear it. Wishing them, and you, all the best. Have a happy, happy birthday with them!

Yes, seeing those bands when you are fighting and losing is not a cheerful moment. It is truly terrifying, and it never became less terrifying, even the day I lost the fight to carry them to term.

BTW, I think all male doctors should be placed on mag at least once.:p

[mimitabby]

OTG, what size Enell bra are you looking for? I've got a size 2 (never worn) and a size 1 (seldom worn) that I'd sell you for 1/2 price. PM me if you're interested. I love my Enell, but the sz 1 is too small around my ribs, and even the sz 2 needs an extender at the bottom band. I just don't need two sz 2, and would be happy to pass one on.

B3--I never thought about how bringing in the baby bands would terrify the mom. What an interesting point. I'll bring that up to the nurses next time I'm in L&D. NEC--yuk. So sorry to hear it. Wishing them, and you, all the best. Have a happy, happy birthday with them!

WTF is a size 1 bra??

[Bikingmomof3]

WTF is a size 1 bra??

For Enell Bras:
Bra Sizes
Size Fits Bra Size Bust Ribcage
00 32C-32D-32DD 32-35" 27-29"
0 32DDD-34C-34D-36C 34-37" 29-31"
1 34DD-34DDD-36D-36DD 36-39" 31-33"
2 36DDD-38C-38D-40C 38-42" 33-35"
3 38DD-38DDD-40D-40DD 41-45" 35-37"
4 40DDD-42D-42DD-44D 44-48" 37-39"
5 42DDD-44DD-44DDD-46D 47-51" 39-42"
6 46DD-46DDD-48D-48DD 50-54" 42-46"
7 48DDD-50D-50DD 53-57" 46-49"
8 50DDD-52D-52DD 56-60" 49-53"

[mimitabby]

For Enell Bras:
Bra Sizes
Size Fits Bra Size Bust Ribcage
00 32C-32D-32DD 32-35" 27-29"
0 32DDD-34C-34D-36C 34-37" 29-31"
1 34DD-34DDD-36D-36DD 36-39" 31-33"
2 36DDD-38C-38D-40C 38-42" 33-35"
3 38DD-38DDD-40D-40DD 41-45" 35-37"
4 40DDD-42D-42DD-44D 44-48" 37-39"
5 42DDD-44DD-44DDD-46D 47-51" 39-42"
6 46DD-46DDD-48D-48DD 50-54" 42-46"
7 48DDD-50D-50DD 53-57" 46-49"
8 50DDD-52D-52DD 56-60" 49-53"

oh, thank you. i feel so much better now. hey, my size isn't on here! :)
i thought it was some super duper petite size thing.

[mimitabby]

NEC: Necrotizing Enterocolitis or here:http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/med...stive/nec.html
TTTS:Twin-To-Twin-Transfusion-Syndrom
Mary began a TTTS Foundation and has wonderful information on her site. She is a lovely woman. I was honored to be one of the happy moms in the registry, whose babies both lived. I also counseled moms on bed rest, as I had lots of experience. http://www.tttsfoundation.org/what%20is%20ttts.html

Boy, Jennifer, you went through some seriously scary stuff with those two little ones!!

[mtbdarby]

WTF is a size 1 bra??


Mimi, that's a bra size I will never see:D I only read about them, hehe.

Ohhh, what a day from h@ll. I had a tradeshow not deliver and have been tracking this sucker down all day. I have a headache. I want a drink. Hey, did someone mention margaritas and massage?????? Cough it up sista!

Ciao - I'm going to get my little man and one of his awesome hugs:p

[mimitabby]

Mimi, that's a bra size I will never see:D I only read about them, hehe.

Ohhh, what a day from h@ll. I had a tradeshow not deliver and have been tracking this sucker down all day. I have a headache. I want a drink. Hey, did someone mention margaritas and massage?????? Cough it up sista!

Ciao - I'm going to get my little man and one of his awesome hugs:p

Is your little man one of those guys in the red suits on your avatar?
they look pretty huggable to me too.

I am still having a day from hell. I have to work 10 hour days this week. get here in the dark and go home in the dark.
add jet lag to that. a margarita would not help. then i would only go to sleep faster. Can I go back to Italy now?

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

oh, thank you. i feel so much better now. hey, my size isn't on here! :)
i thought it was some super duper petite size thing.

Me too!

[Lise]

I thought it was some super duper petite size thing.And *I'm* wearing it? I think NOT! I wear a 36D, but I must have a really wide rib cage or back or something, because even the size two requires one of those bra-back extenders you can get at the fabric store. It fastens in front, with about 16 hooks. The bottom two hooks just smush my xyphoid (tip of sternum) if I don't extend them. Otherwise I love the Enell, but I sure don't need three of them.

[chickwhorips]

nothing like a day at the spa (yeserday) combined with getting hair cut/colored/styled today to make a girl feel better.

ahhhhh..... :) i feel so much better.

[CyclChyk]

CWR - I love it too. My DH always gets me spa packages for gifts and they are SOOOOOO good. I do the hydrotherapy, and facials, and peds and mans, and hair...... Iknow Iknow I gotta do the massage.....

I'll think about it.

Glad you are rejuvenated :)

[Bikingmomof3]

Lisa-those are some small ribcage measurements per cup ratio, IMO.

Mimi- Yes, I have been through a lot in my time so far on this planet. Each trial has brought growth. :) I am strong and will get through whatever is thrown at me. Not to fear, I am not a Pollyanna. Far from it. Some days I feel as though I am the Universe's sh!t magnet. :o

CWR- I am so glad you enjoyed your spa day and your new hair. :D Pics, we need pics of your new hair style. :)

Dar-sorry you had a rough day. I hope your little man was able to help you smile. :)

[Kitsune06]

Yup, work's going well. TIRED every day after coming home, though. I hope I have more gas in my tank when I'm biking there and back. Still working out insurance stuff, etc, and waiting on my copy of the shower room key. The hours will probably be easier on me once I'm used to getting up so early.

It looks like it's going to be an easy bike in, though, and pretty, too.

X- Suuure... interrupted. :) oh, and you *are* part of the center of the universe... in a round-about sort of way. Don't ask how- I just play w/ the space/time continuum.

CWR- I've always wanted one of those jerseys, too. Someday... someday. *hugs*

's it for now. I used to chatter so much but... too tired right now. ttfn. :)

[kelownagirl]

Hello TD, this is me avoiding working on report cards.

I went to work today, back from the land o' puke. Turns out a lot of kids in my class were sick over the weekend too, plus 3 away today, two more who went home sick during the day. Oh the joys of working with 7 yo's. :rolleyes: Joy of joys, the most challenging little boy in my room was away! WHAT a freakin' difference. It was the first time he's been away all year. Sigh....

Then went for my massage after work. Haven't seen her for a year and half and certainly not since I've been biking. Apparently I have developed some new muscles (yay!). Bad side is she says I need to do more stretching after riding because my calves were "congested" and my IT band (?) is stuck to the muscle? Whatever, something hurt when she rubbed the side. Guess I'd better start stretching after my longer rides...

- those bra sizes are way off the wall for me. Whatever happened to B and C cups???!

BMO3 - wow, tough pregnancies/deliveries! Was it related to your current condition in any way? Scary. I was on bed rest for 3 months with my last but I think it was just a precaution. Had no problems other than contracting all the time. Apparently my uterus was "irritable". After three months laying on my side on the couch, I was irritable too. So glad your boys turned out fine after such a scary beginning in life.

Well I can avoid it no longer. Gotta start writing them...

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

- those bra sizes are way off the wall for me. Whatever happened to B and C cups???!

Yeah try finding bras if you are a 38B. A few years ago I was a 38A and it was impossible! I've been uncomfortable with the cheap sport bras I've been wearing- they ride up in the back while I'm biking- have to keep yanking them down again- yuk.
Hey I read somewhere that fashion designers are having to alter their clothing for bigger busted women if they are going to sell their lines in CA or NYC...because so many women were getting breast implants in the cities of either coast and couldn't fit into the "regular" shaped line anymore. :eek: :eek: Scary. Thanks anyway, but I don't want to have cleavage on the TOPS of my breasts when I'm just standing naked. :eek: :eek: :eek:

But i DID find some great comfy bras this weekend....finally!!
Of all things, I got UnderArmour sport bras and they are incredibly comfortable, supportive, but not binding. Weirdly, I had to get the Large, even though I am not a large woman, just an average medium sized woman. Go figure. Anyway, I got 2 black and a white, and now I'm set for a couple of years I guess. Yay!
Looks like this:
http://dsp.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/p1135163nm.jpg

[kelownagirl]

I like the look of that sports bra. I am trying to find one that has two straps instead of the single strap up the back. I find the centre of my back sweats so much I just can't stand it.

[snapdragen]

I think my throat is returning to normal. Serves me right for screaming like a school girl. Yes, we danced, we sang, we hooted and hollered. I think we sat down for maybe one song - a ballad. After the show ended, Ann and I just sat there watching them dismantle the stage. We didn't want the magic to end. An usher finally came and told us we had to leave :p

Prince is Prince again, instead of the bizarre symbol thingy. I didn't get a chance to check out his new club - it's at the Rio. It sounded kind of cool on the website though.

My body is still detoxing from the alcohol and the smoky casinos. We found a lovely little bar at MGM in the West Wing. Small, quiet. No one seems to know about it. Had a fantastic LemonDrop made with Hangar One Fraiser River Raspberry vodka. Mmmmmmmmmmmmm.

Still need to catch up on my sleep, I almost nodded off at my desk today!:rolleyes:

[crazycanuck]

Snap..Did they sing "Angie" or anything from " Exile on main Street"?

Angie..Angie..

I could always go to thier website to see the set list...

Sitting here feeling relieved that i put the right zip code on the package i sent yesterday.

c

[kelownagirl]

named my daughter angie. she always cried when we played that song to her though. weird kid.

hangar one fraser river raspberry vodka. interesting. never heard of it but since I grew up on the fraser river and picked raspberries as a kid, next to the airport.... had to google it. sure enough, it's from MY fraser valley. cool.

I'd love to see the stones. Wonder if they'll ever come to Kelowna? Reminds me of when i saw my hero Elton in Kelowna, three years ago. I WON the tickets on the radio, then got the best seats so I was about 20 feet away from him. Small venue (5000 seats) and then, wait for it - he signed my original yellow brick road album, in front of everyone. Talk about screaming like a teenager!!!! OMG, he and I held the same album at the same time. We did sign language communication. OMG, I am still swooning.... What can I say, I am a child of the 70's....

[snapdragen]

Set List:

Start Me Up
It's Only Rock And Roll
Shattered
She Was Hot
Sway
Streets Of Love
Live With Me
Midnight Rambler
Tumblin' Dice
You Got The Silver
Connection
Under My Thumb
Rough Justice
Get Off My Cloud
Honky Tonk Woman
Sympathy
JJ Flash
Satisfaction
Brown Sugar

[kelownagirl]

AWESOME set list! I would have been up singing and dancing the whole time too! You lucky girl!!!

[Xrayted]

it's been a rather painful work day. cut my finger while wiping down an xray table (no idea how), smacked my noggin hard on an overhead fluoro tv - but stayed on my feet (barely) and almost lost my lunch over a pt who was hacking up a lot of, um, misplaced phlegm. i feel so d@mn lucky to be healthy and alive tonight. :) feeling kinda lazy and mellow right now. Dusty Springfield (memphis recordings) on the stereo. cool and bluesy for an english chick. i just love her music. i'm in a retro period these days for some reason. although i'm thinking of loading some nickelback, stevie ray vaughn or kenny wayne shepard in. making some progress out of my funk...

lisa - i like the UA bras too. i've got a couple. they squish the girls a bit but i'm a 34D (almost a C again!) and i expect that. actually, i'm pretty addicted to UA like BMo3. i think i may have to turn a spare bedroom into a walk-in closet for my biking and workout clothes.

kit - it's about time you work girl. :p i guess i miss ya tho. eat your wheaties will ya? we need you here. oh, and i seem to be the family target when someone needs help, money or advice. you'd never know i'm actually the youngest. all quiet tonight tho. yea!

cwr - i bet you feel cooler and look oh-so-hot!! :rolleyes: :D good for you. keep smiling hon. take care on your way back to AK. take even more care once your there. remember you've got a whole world of women on here who think you're amazing. we can't all be wrong. big kiss and hug to you. call if ya need it, rosie...

BMo3 - wow. i mean, WOW!! what you went through for your kids is just inspiring. i am gonna meet you in person someday even if i have to crawl there.

mimi - hey watch that language, young lady! hehehe. i was thinking the same thing on the bra size until they clarified it. phew! i was thinking i was some kinda amazon or something. :eek:

snap - my favorite stones song is honky tonk women. such a groovin' back beat and bass tone. (and really, how many rock songs have a cow bell in them?) it was born the same year i was, too. i think i may have to pull that cd out one of these days. whoops. there i went and did it. oh no... *singing*

I met a gin-soaked, barroom queen in Memphis
She tried to take me upstairs for a ride
She had to heave me right across her shoulder
'Cause I just can't seem to drink you off my mind

It's the honky tonk women
Gimme, gimme, gimme the honky tonk blues

'scuse me. :o *ahem* yes, my name is X and i have a music addiction... *still dancin' around the house* I guess the funk is over!! :D

cya ladies!

[Kitsune06]

Tonight I've been a total music junkie. Garbage has opened the night with "A Stroke of Luck" and "#1 Crush"... washed down with Massive Attack's "Dissolved Girl" ... Rob Dougan's "Clubbed to Death I &II" and The Pixies, asking "Where is My Mind?" oh... and... "Flames" from Vast. *blush* my guilty pleasure. I love that song. It used to make me cry. :o

"Where is my Mind?"
With your feet in the air and your head on the ground
Try this trick and spin it, yeah
Your head will collapse
If there's nothing in it
And you'll ask yourself

Where is my mind?

No, it's *not* downer music. Just my favorites...

[Kitsune06]

*coughs and sputters in shock* Knot!
Such things are unfathomable! How coarse! "Is that how kids are talking these days?!"

Oh *SURE* then you go and delete it. Well I'm deleting mine then. or at least a chunk of it. Gruh.

"Flames"- VAST
...
When I am with you
There's no reason to pretend
and
When I am with you
I feel flames again...
*sighs all fluttery-like* ahhh.... :p all romantic 'n stuff. What? I'm allowed! Home alone (again, but at least the house feels nice.

[DebW]

*coughs and sputters in shock* Knot!
Such things are unfathomable! How coarse! "Is that how kids are talking these days?!

Oh *SURE* then you go and delete it. Well I'm deleting mine then. or at least a chunk of it. Gruh."

Dang, I need to time my insomnia better so I don't miss the good stuff. But insomnia and hot flashes did lead to something good this week -- discovered that the skylights over my bed are leaking (well, that isn't really good, but it's good that I know about it). Been wondering about some circular brown stains on my sheets at about knee level. Then I'm laying awake with the covers thrown off one night and feel a big drop of water land on me. Guess menopause is good for something. :rolleyes:

I went to the LBS today for a 2 mm axle spacer. Took the guy 15 minutes to find one. But the most exciting thing I got was a 16 oz tub of Pedro's Syn Grease. Woohoo! Still debating if I want to redish my clincher rear wheel to a 6-speed and have 2 sets of wheels (clincher and tubular) for one bike, or leave the clinchers on the old 5-speed just for trainer use.

You all have a good day/night/whatever.

[kelownagirl]

Well Deb, you aren't the only one up right now. I'm seem to be up having another puke-fest. Felt fine all day yesterday but couldn't keep down my supper... Lovely... Npw it's 2 in the morning and I'm trying to figure out if I'll be able to go to school tomorrow, and if not, when should I call a sub, and how will I get a decent daybook done at this time of night, so maybe I should go in anyway. argh.:( :mad: :confused:

[crazycanuck]

Hey kids

KG-sure hope you feel better by the morning. Take care & perhaps a day from the monsters/munchkins will help?

Why is it that people think i'm nuts? My boss thinks i'm cool but nuts for all the exercise I do. She asked me yesterday, jokingly, if I absailed to work :rolleyes: Err not quite, I just did a running session(hill work..:eek: )with the tri group.

I then tell people I bike min 50km/day 3-4 times/week and i'm now adding 10-15km to my ride home. The looks (:eek: :confused:) i get from people are hilarious. (20km to work & 30-50km home)

Hey you, get off my cloud.

Ta

c

[mtbdarby]

Kelowna, I wish I had one of the guys from my avatar at home. Just think of the fun I'd have:p By little guy I mean my 4 year old. Sorry to hear you're still not feeling well. Feel better girl!

CWR, we need pix of the new 'do! I bet it looks awesome on you. Have a safe trip back.

CC, you ride how much:eek: Just kidding, but you're crackin' me up.

Lisa, that bra looks really comfy. But I need to control my buying bug I've seem to come down with - yikes!

Snap, happy recovery, hehe. Sounds like a blast - good for you.

BMo3, did you ever get one of the smart wool shirts on steep and cheap? I got a large and a medium. The large arrived yesterday and fits perfect. I'm afraid the medium will be too small. If you're interested let me know and I can give you info on it. And I may have to meet X over by ya. You sound pretty cool to me too;)

OK, off to work. Yes, it has to be done. My tradeshow material arrived at the booth space 1 hour before the show started yesterday. My carrier is going to get an earful soon, and with any luck, they will eat the freight cost to boot. Grrrrr.

[Kitsune06]

'morning TD. It's so hard to get up so early in the morning. Why does it have to be this hard? ...and why does my stomach always have to feel pukey right when I wake up? ugh. Well at least I know it goes away. ...eventually. gotta start getting my commuting sh*t in order, too. *sigh* I hope I'm feeling less pukey by the time I have to be biking in the mornings. ugh!

Other than that....


CWR- I'll email your horoscope for Thurs, ok? *hugs* When's your flight? You should be passing almost over-and-to-the-west of me so I'll wave.

X- Crazy woman. I'll behave, I promise. ;)

KG- ugh lame... sorry you were ill again... take care!

ok that ends that I need to get goin!

[Trek420]

Snap,

I was wondering why you didn't see the Stones in Oakland?

Guess it's not quite the same eh? "What happens in Oakland stays in...." nah. Just doesn't sound right. :p

[Xrayted]

REAL quick this a.m.

Kit - Thanks again for last night. It was a real hoot. I half expected you to call back me on my cell for you know what. hehehe. You are one crazy kid. I may have to hit 3 destinations on my trip. I think I feel a 2 week vacation coming on instead of just one.

CWR - Ready?? Just wanted you to know that there are somethings better left for later. You have a lot on your plate and need to concentrate on one at a time. Don't worry about the rest of it. Everything else can and will wait until you have the time and energy to deal with them. So chill, relax, breathe and put your steel toes on little sister. Have a safe flight back to AK. Give a call if you need to. For any reason. (((CWR)))

Knot - What the heck did you say that Kit is scolding you? :D Yeah, I already know. Still got the spunk, huh? Good. Hope SKnot is doing good. I bet you missed him terribly. Hope everything else is humming along nicely. Ya back to work yet or do ya have a few more days?

Ok, that's it. No time for music even. :eek: At least not at the moment. It'll be blasting on the way to work tho. Need to create a mood before I walk in. It carries me through the day.

have a wonderful day ladies and be safe.

x.

[chickwhorips]

ok its official. you can't sleep or take your eyes of TD when knot is back on. sheesh! i hate when i miss the good stuff, and i always miss the good stuff. is there a pm list of things that knot says that she deletes? if so can i get on that mailing list?

X sorry about the thumb and the head (did it knock any sense into you? ;) ). i spilled hot and sour soup on my thumb last night and you were the first person i thought of.

kit once you get use to getting up in the morning breakfast will come easier for you, not coming up, but going down the first time. my flight out of phoenix is at 12 something phx time. so probably mid afternoon you can start waving like mad. :) i'll be doing the same for all of you that i'm passing over, even if i'm not passing over your head i'm still waving even all the way out to aussie town.

cc your not crazy, i'm jealous! wish i could do that much. imagin the shape i'd be in.....

kg feel better. not good being sick.

as far as pictures go i don't have a camera, and i really didn't do much to it. just got it slightly trimmed, but do love the color. its a very pretty auburn color with slight gold highlights. i've never had my hair look so good. i have to fly all the way to phx to get my hair done. go figure. then again she did my hair for years and she's another one that wants me to come back just to give her pedicures again. at least i'm still loved.

[mimitabby]

And *I'm* wearing it? I think NOT! I wear a 36D, but I must have a really wide rib cage or back or something, because even the size two requires one of those bra-back extenders you can get at the fabric store. It fastens in front, with about 16 hooks. The bottom two hooks just smush my xyphoid (tip of sternum) if I don't extend them. Otherwise I love the Enell, but I sure don't need three of them.

well, Lise, when I think of you i think of a little daschund dog, so i thought, maybe she is one of those TINY things...

I wear a 36b so i have a big rib cage too. Good peasant stock, i am. We are short and stout. Well that's compared to a size 4,2, 1, 0, 1/2.. THOSE people.
My Jet lag is feeling permanent. Last night my husband asked me why i was standing up watching TV. I told him because if i sat down i would fall asleep.
So I sat down and fell asleep about 50 times before it was legal to go to bed!


Kelownagirl, i sure help you get to feeling better!

and Kit, I could tell you what to do to keep that pucky feeling from coming on every morning, but i don't think you are ready to hear it!

X, don't you post from work too (like me?)

Snap, i am very impressed with myself. I actually know of one of the songs on your list (Get off of my cloud)

DebW, me too!! there should be a place where you could go to read deleted posts. it would probably make my toes roast though!

[CyclChyk]

Ok so I take a temporary hiatus from TD and am totally lost...... all I managed to get out of the last couple pages is to remind myself that I love Garbage and the buggars have NOT come out with anything new is a long *ss time......

The other thing I wanted to share is the love affair I will never have (not the cheating kind) but this is how I spell drool. Ridley won't mind...... I hope....