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maillotpois

01-03-2007, 11:17 AM

Hey MP, I'm of Acadian descent also! My ancestors arrived in South Louisiana in 1767 and have been there ever since. Although I've been a resident of Georgia for the past 21 years, I consider it a "temporary inconvenience" which I intend to rectify the day DH retires (he's a native Atlantan). Don't get me wrong -- Georgia is a beautiful place, but my heart and my roots are farther south and west.

Have you ever been to Grande Pre in Nova Scotia? It was a very moving experience for me. Really made me appreciate my heritage even more.

KB

Wow. Really interesting! My mother's family came from France in the 1600's, settled in Canada and then got booted out. Some went to Louisiana, but most of my mother's family only went as far as northern Maine. I honestly don't have as much of the story as I'd like, as I'm just getting to know my mother (I'm adopted - this is my birth mom whom I only met in person last year).

I haven't been to Grande Pre - what is it? Nova Scotia sounds great. I really want to go there - now I have even more of a reason.

kaybee

01-03-2007, 12:23 PM

Wow. Really interesting! My mother's family came from France in the 1600's, settled in Canada and then got booted out. Some went to Louisiana, but most of my mother's family only went as far as northern Maine. I honestly don't have as much of the story as I'd like, as I'm just getting to know my mother (I'm adopted - this is my birth mom whom I only met in person last year).

I haven't been to Grande Pre - what is it? Nova Scotia sounds great. I really want to go there - now I have even more of a reason.

It's a small world, isn't it? Grand Pre is in the Annapolis Valley area of Nova Scotia, near Wolfville. Here is a link to the park website:
http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/grandpre/index_e.asp

I love, love, love Nova Scotia!

KB

KnottedYet

01-03-2007, 12:49 PM

I generally enjoy hyperbolic statements and exaggeration for the sake of a good story, but I'm NOT kidding about this one:

I just spent 2 hours on the phone and talked to 10 different people at Verizon to get a messed up bill corrected.

I'm exhausted. Need a beer. (that's hyperbole;) )

coffee and nachos, then off to do all the things I should've been doing for the last 2 hrs. (paying more bills, wish me luck)

AllezGirl

01-03-2007, 01:50 PM

Oh Knott...I believe it because I went through it last March...and April...and May...until they finally got the problem permanently corrected. Good luck. :(

Bikingmomof3

01-03-2007, 01:54 PM

Sounds as though we are having similar days. After spending the entire day with adjusters and carpet reps (the insurance co required 3 faxed in, btw they reps were from the only 3 places the insurance co will allow us to go), we will be getting carpet in 2-3 weeks. :) Padding will be included after all 3 companies pointed out to the insurance company the flaw in their thinking. :rolleyes:

Now, I can finally shower :eek: , just in time for dinner. Thank goodness for pony tails! :p

Bikingmomof3

01-03-2007, 01:55 PM

Oh Knott...I believe it because I went through it last March...and April...and May...until they finally got the problem permanently corrected. Good luck. :(

We did that for I think the last 6 months. Finally our contract was up and we switched carriers.

KnottedYet

01-03-2007, 02:05 PM

I might end up switching, cuz Verizon has not been enjoyable. Certainly not terribly efficient.

They are the only land-line provider for my area, though, so I'm kinda stuck.

off to pay rent and get some groceries. Maybe I'll get that beer, too....;)

AllezGirl

01-03-2007, 02:12 PM

Dar: The dates a permantly inked in my calendar. I like to camp.

CWR: Hope all goes well (((hugs)))

BMo3: Sounds like things are finally looking up.

crazycanuck

01-03-2007, 06:35 PM

Hey, are all you TD'ers actually working or somethin? It's kind a quiet here.

Here's another example of stupidity on NZ roads..16yr old driving...
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/4/story.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=10417736

Am off to visit a travel agent after work to check out airfares etc to Van...just not via the USA if i can avoid it. You see, quite a few flights from Perth go via LA & i've heard nothing but horror stories about customs there..Perhaps a few SF ladies might see me if it's too expensive to fly via Singapore, KL or Osaka...

Am pondering the idea of the F1 race in Indy or Montreal. BM I would still love to meet you though..Lise would be close by too!!!

c

tygab

01-03-2007, 07:25 PM

hey canuck,

that's no good on the accident, but luckily it sounded like minor injuries that will be healed by the time the IM comes.

I looked around at the headlines of your paper. So, what's the party pills story all about? With a title like this: 'Pensioners among West Coast party pill poppers' how could I resist? Is this a real ongoing issue?

And boo to the penguin killers. :mad:

Xrayted

01-03-2007, 09:00 PM

salsabike

01-03-2007, 09:27 PM

CC, what's with that crazy WA weather?

KnottedYet

01-03-2007, 09:39 PM

I #$%^$$% hate Verizon!

Remember the fun time I spent on the phone for 2 hrs? Well, an hour ago Verizon shut down my cell phone and sent me an email that they were shutting down my internet because my internet has never been paid since I first signed up for it.

Uhh, no....

Kids, if any of you have Verizon ***DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT*** opt for their Easy-Pay One Consolidated Bill plan. You will pay one big juicy bill every month with your Internet, Cell, and Landline all itemized on it and totalled up for your convenience; and then Verizon Internet and Cell will say they have never been paid!

They will waste your time as you straighten things out and overpay this, that, and the other (with promises they will credit you the extra you've paid on your next bill, or maybe the next one after that...) and then they will shut off your service anyway.

Thank gawd my beloved works for a (rival) phone co. I sent her a desperate TE message, and she called me on my landline (which doesn't have long distance so I couldn't call her) and listened to me bawl and snurfle into the phone. (Thank you, honey!)

Tomorrow is another day. Instead of eating b'fast I will be on the phone again with 10 or 15 of Verizon's Finest, trying to straighten out their scr*w up.

AT+T and Cingular, kids.... AT+T and Cingular. Tell 'em a Verizon Victim sent ya.

Trek420

01-03-2007, 10:46 PM

well, not saying we never blow it here at big mega telco, and I do works with some idiots*, I've seen some doozies.

Even done some of those orders myself :)

Like when I moved some poor guys phone service from his current address BACK TO THE SAME ADDRESS he was moving from. :eek:

But ya know what? Even brand spankin' new rep I fixed the problem, made it right, adjusted the charges apologized up down and sideways. 'cause that's what you do.

The last time I checked my job's still called customer service.

From the sound of things they: violated tarrifs and procedures in the first place, gave her wrong information then promised adjustments to correct that and did_not_do_them, the left had doesn't know what the right hand is doing, nobodys making proper notes, pending claims or follow up, nobody is doing what they say they are gonna do...and ...1 simple call from their left hand to their right hand makes this d&*^ whole thing go away.

Nobody is doing there f'ing job there.

TE TD, I'm gonna be sorry I said this but you have a question about your phone service or what to do, PM me before you call.

I told Knott when her service is back up this whole thing needs to be reported to

http://www.fcc.gov

*hope none of my managers are on TE

crazycanuck

01-04-2007, 01:46 AM

Tygab-i think alot of folks rely on the party pills in order to stay awake at thier jobs....sad but true. Especially the folks who drive road trains-Who in thier right mind could drive from Perth to Sydney in 24-48hrs without caffiene etc...!!!

Penguin killers...:mad: The penguin colony at St Kilda is actually a major tourist attraction and i'm sure the folks who take care of the little creaturs are mighty upset!

Salsa-i think the temps have changed due to the tropical cyclone in the northern bit of WA...Heaps of weather warnings for the far north, goldfields & southern areas....http://www.bom.gov.au/weather/wa/
It's a relief in a way..but can i have 30c again please.

I'll post my next q here and on my indy500 thread-have any of you flown with Northwest Airlines? Please let me know if it's :eek: or :) There's a cheap flight with Qantas/nw airlines-Perth-tokyo-seattle-van. I trust you ladies to tell me the truth...
The travel agent says I have to wait for Sinagpore airlines to advertise thier new fares before deciding whether to go that route...

CWR-hope the foot heals well. Take care k..:)

Off to find 80's videos i haven't seen in ages on Youtube...

c

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 04:29 AM

(((((((CWR))))))))-Glad you are safely in Anchorage.

Knot-I am sorry you are going through all this. I just switched to Cingular. So far so good. :)

CC- I spent 20+ years flying nothing but Northwest Airlines, dating back to when it was Northwest Orient Airlines. No complaints. :D

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

Well TDers, if these fans are not removed soon I shall have permanent hearling loss. Service Master comes again today to be certain everything is dry.

Next year, we are going with an artificial tree. Any suggestions?

Trek420

01-04-2007, 04:51 AM

Bikingmomof3, take care of your ears, can you get earplugs? Hearing loss is nothing to kid about. Once those little hair things in your ears are gone they're gone. Ask me about it. Oh, you did? I ddn't hear you.

X, Bmomo3, looks like a lot of us have Cingular, hey! Mobile to mobile! To be fair I've seen some billing fiascos of this sort even with us so I keep the Cingular bill seperate from the POTS line, DSL and Dish. but I've been happy with the service.

(((((((((((((((Dar)))))))))))))))))))))) and TE TD in general including anyone I failed to mention thus far especially the penguins

kelownagirl

01-04-2007, 04:58 AM

Morning TD. I'm heading to Edmonton today to visit the future inlaws. Be back Sunday night. Have a good weekend!

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 04:58 AM

Bikingmomof3, take care of your ears, can you get earplugs? Hearing loss is nothing to kid about. Once those little hair things in your ears are gone they're gone. Ask me about it. Oh, you did? I ddn't hear you.

I am trying. Hopefully the fans et al, will be removed in 40 minutes, not that I am keeping track or anything. ;)

X, Bmomo3, looks like a lot of us have Cingular, hey! Mobile to mobile! To be fair I've seen some billing fiascos of this sort even with us so I keep the Cingular bill seperate from the POTS line, DSL and Dish. but I've been happy with the service.

I joined Cingular becasue I hated my other plan. We had to call every month about some billing problem or another and X has Cingular. Mobile to mobile ios awesome. :) And if X has it, it must be good. :cool:

TD in general including anyone I failed to mention thus far especially the penguins

Me too. It is so noisy I cannot concentrate-plus I have not had my share of coffee.

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 04:59 AM

Morning TD. I'm heading to Edmonton today to visit the future inlaws. Be back Sunday night. Have a good weekend!

Have an awsome visit KG! :D

KnottedYet

01-04-2007, 05:56 AM

Verizon Online - the power of Managers

Called the internet portion of Verizon this a.m., and clearly the chickie I spoke to was being recorded for quality assurance purposes. That's fine with me.

I was nice and polite, but made my opinion of Verizon's "One Bill" known. I had her restate several times that it was an error and my balance is zero, and she put a note on my acct stating that, also. My internet shouldn't be shut off in 10 days; but if I suddenly disappear from TE, somebody call Verizon, ok?

Now to drink coffee, eat b'fast, and gird my loins before calling Verizon Wireless again to find out what new game they are playing with my cell phone.

There's no place like Cingular, there's no place like Cingular <Knot tapping Keen-clad heels together>

PS: my phone still shocks me, but I can't afford a new one until this mess is cleaned up and I get my credits for the overpaid bill.

mimitabby

01-04-2007, 05:58 AM

you might hate those fans, Jen, but what they are doing is nothing short of miraculous.

another peppy perky Northwest morning. Dark and wet. We're already breaking rainfall records here in Seattle, and it's only the 4th day of the year!

I started my new year exercise program by getting on my bike last night and pedalling for all I was worth (on a wind trainer) and STILL taking 30 minutes to do 6 miles. But in the safety of my basement I never worried about getting doored once. :D

I have cingular too. I am on my son's plan.

mimitabby

01-04-2007, 05:59 AM

knot, is your phone still shocking you?
(that sounds so silly)

Trek420

01-04-2007, 06:08 AM

11 years with da'phone co. I've seen a lot of fiascos, I've even caused some :eek: but little as bad as this.

And what's with this "one bill" and 50 zillion different numbers? If it's a different department ok but why isn't anyone offering to transfer you AND introduce the call so they, internet, cell, phone line supposedly with the same company know what's going on?

I can picture exactly the call center situation, even down to the way the notes and acct look and what happened (it's the same root systems for all the RBOCS) but someone has to step up and "own the call" and clearly nobody has.

enjoy the cuppa Joe.

KnottedYet

01-04-2007, 06:10 AM

Yup, phone is still shocking me. Went to 3 different Verizon stores before I finally got one who could handle the issue. They said I need a new phone and a new battery, but because the phone is 6 months old I have to pay for the battery. (but not the phone, because it's covered by the warrantee still) $32 or something.

They didn't know what the problem was, but the tech said it's probably the PHONE not the battery, but I need to buy a new battery anyway, replace the whole set up.

Xrayted

01-04-2007, 06:10 AM

Next year, we are going with an artificial tree. Any suggestions?

check this here (http://www.festivuspoles.com/pages/Festivuspoles.htm) Jen ;) :D

((((((Dar)))))) I hope it all works out hon.

Yes, I love my Cingular phone service, just not caring so much for the particular phone I have. I have never been able to hear people well b/c the volume on the Motorola I have doesn't adjust nearly high enough. I am in the market at this very moment for new phones and a phone plan. Their family plans are great. Lots of minutes, free call time, mobile to mobile free (very important to me these days)... And ladies, the rollover in itself has literally saved me 100's of dollars of overage charges, especially lately. :eek:

Have fun KG!

So AG, when are we headin' to your LBS? Let's get OTG to come along. Maybe we can talk her into a mtb too. Oh, and Gypsy Angel too. (Hey, GA, ya lurkin' out there hon?) Make a day of it. Then when you take me out on the trail, I might almost be able to keep up. :o

Well, I've gotta get outta here soon. So much to take care of right now. Things are always out of control these days.

See y'all later. Be safe.

Xrayted

01-04-2007, 06:37 AM

Jeez Knot, just caught yer phone fiasco stuff. Ya want me to come out there and kick some shins? I may be coming out to that general area soon to take care of another pair of shins so one more set is no big deal. :D

KnottedYet

01-04-2007, 06:45 AM

mtbdarby

01-04-2007, 06:46 AM

Dar - Hey now. :eek: I guess I better go out and start looking at mountain bikes cuz I think I just got volunteered to go to Wisconsin for a race. Did I read that right ladies? Hmmmm. Um, er. **thinking, thinking... steam coming out of the ears** Yeah, ok. I hear Specialized Rockhoppers are good. AG, hook me up with your LBS, k? :D Ok Dar, I'll see what I can do about getting that time off. Is it just over a weekend? Or do I need more days than that? I may have to fly. Where the heck is Wisconsin anyway? :p
So now, who else is coming?? (Ya know, I may have to consider moving out west further just for the great rides.)

Oh yeah X, I have a Specialized Rockhopper. You will definitely need some suspension on this course. Bring OTG and anyone else - the more the merrier. And I would plan on coming up Thursday night or Friday and staying until Monday at the least. If you want to make a week out of it, my bday is actually the 2nd and we could travel 'round and do lots of riding and camping and drinking and such. To get to Wisconsin go to Ohio, continue straight through until you hit IL and hang a right. That ought to do it.

BMo3 - score on the carpet pad! Hang in there with the noise - just think of the relief that they're taking care of it and you won't have mold. You don't want mold, trust me.

KG, have a great trip!

CWR - good luck Hon! Check in when you can and I hope all goes well.

Kit - congrats on the new place. Pix, we need pix!

Knot - ((hugs)) on your Verizon crap. I could tell you a story about them as well. I don't have dsl because I REFUSE to put in a Verizon line. I found a company called powercom that services my area so that's who my land line is through.

Trek - it's nice to know there's some good cs people in the phone world girl! Way to keep out Knot sane through this all.

Mimi - you inspire me to start riding my trainer. I took all the batteries out of my computers to reset them and the only one that won't turn back on is the one I use on my trainer. Go figure.

Thanks for all the hugs ladies. I needed them! I'm hoping he's bluffing again but I am ready in case he's not. I just need to organize all my documentation.

OK, my turn to go get some coffe....

Xrayted

01-04-2007, 07:09 AM

Kit - THANK YOU!! xoxo Now go have a great day and don't worry. ;)

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 08:13 AM

The fans are gone everything is dry and I can hear. A blessed peace and quiet. :)

X-the Festivus "tree" is perfect. ;)

Knot-good luck with the phone calls.

Dar-pity I do not know how to ride a mtb. :(

(((((Kit)))))

Everyone else, happy Thursday! Not meaning to forget anyone, just have a few things to handle around here before I can play.

Be good everyone. :p

Kitsune06

01-04-2007, 08:44 AM

It takes all the muscles of the leg (and probably some lumbar muscles, etc) to kick shins, but only 5# pressure properly applied to kneecap someone.
and if you hamstring 'em...

Dar, you shall get your pictures. eventually. it's going to be quite empty for awhile until I can get some nice finds via CL but it'll happen.

Jen, X,- thank you xx,x.

Two Rockstars and where I'd normally be shuddering and having heart palpitations, I'm... ok, I'm shivering, and in an hour or so I'll have palpitations, but still feeling like I'm going to nod off. Rough morning. (spazzout removed.)

mtbdarby

01-04-2007, 11:12 AM

Where did every one go? Kit must have scared them with the money post!

Kit, whatta need for the new homestead? I'm cleaning out my house...

Ohhh, did I tell you? (whispering) I have a date tonight!

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 11:25 AM

I have a date tonight![/SIZE]

Okay Dar, I need more details. Spill it. :D

mimitabby

01-04-2007, 11:49 AM

..

Ohhh, did I tell you? (whispering) I have a date tonight!

so tell us about your date

Trek420

01-04-2007, 12:05 PM

Thanks, but my honey is taking care of it. (If it's not all better by the time she gets here, she's gonna do some phone calls for me.... heh heh heh. Battle of the Customer Reps! Maybe I should sell tickets? Hmmm.)

Here they call me "the Queen of escalation" as in I will go over your head to get this done. But I hope it's fixed...I'd rather see the Pacific Northwest while I'm there...yeah, that's it. :cool:

Dar, details, we want details

Kitsune06

01-04-2007, 12:12 PM

la maison du renard may need some... uh... furniture considered. Fortunately, there's a lot of the 'big stuff' free on CL. having friends in 'high places' in the financial advisor's office may pay off. "Oh, that old thing?" referring to a slightly dusty or otherwise worn but still nice couch or something sitting in their garage... oak entertainment centers they "would use as firewood"... :eek: :rolleyes: come *on* people. Geez. Just b/c *you* don't care...

crazycanuck

01-04-2007, 12:33 PM

Happy friday kids!!!:D

Toni sent me fig newtons & oh they're so yummy...anyone know how to get some online???

Dar-:)

BM-why didn't you just put earplugs in???

Kit-da hoouse will be nice..

Mimi-tanks :)

I think it might just be the f1 at indy..

KG-I know you've left but wave to Oiltown for me k.

c

mtbdarby

01-04-2007, 12:50 PM

CC - when are you coming up? You and Ian want to do a 24 hour team mtb race??? (You know you want to:D ) and plenty of camping space....

Kit - so what does the new place look like? House or apt?

Date is with an older guy (8 yrs my senior), never married, no kids, 6'2" (I like tall guys!) non smoker, CYCLES, has a dog, intellect (ivy leaguer). We played phone tag for weeks and I gave up - thinking come on already. If ya wanted to talk how hard would this be? Then out of the blue he calls yesterday and we're heading out for a bite after work. I'll let you know how it goes.

Trek - (in my Arnold voice) da Escalator. So when are you, um, traveling north?:p

crazycanuck

01-04-2007, 12:56 PM

Dar dear....It's up in the air but late may/earlyish june would be best...The race sounds cool but i'm too slow and we're not hauling our bikes up north...:( Too much when backpacking round.

c

mimitabby

01-04-2007, 01:10 PM

Date is with an older guy (8 yrs my senior), never married, no kids, 6'2" (I like tall guys!) non smoker, CYCLES, has a dog, intellect (ivy leaguer). We played phone tag for weeks and I gave up - thinking come on already. If ya wanted to talk how hard would this be? Then out of the blue he calls yesterday and we're heading out for a bite after work. I'll let you know how it goes.

excellent! is he on BJ? :rolleyes:

KnottedYet

01-04-2007, 01:17 PM

yeah, tell us his BikeJournal info so we can all check him out for you!

mtbdarby

01-04-2007, 02:00 PM

I doubt it but I just might start checking out that site for potential dating material. Good ideas!

Off to my date - I'll let you know how it went tomorrow. Have a good night ladies!

Trek420

01-04-2007, 02:47 PM

Dar, if he does not work out just come to California Saturday 01/06 and do the Velo Girl co-ed single cyclists ride :)

check the calendar

www.velogirls.com

mimitabby

01-04-2007, 04:20 PM

Dang, i'm hungry tonight. Working out (30 minutes on stationary bike) makes me hungry. I am baking chicken in a soy/vinegar/garlic rub and potatoes (separate)
then I'll boil some turnip greens and maybe make a salad too.

I could never be a vegetarian.

maybe Dar will get back on here and tell us how her date went.

crazycanuck

01-04-2007, 04:53 PM

Here's some humour for you...http://www.nzherald.co.nz/column/story.cfm?c_id=702&objectid=10417758

c

Bikingmomof3

01-04-2007, 07:47 PM

I am back on my bike. :) I rode the trainer tonight for the first time since going on this medication. Wow, I had no idea how easily my legs would forgot what to do. I managed to get 1/2 way through Sweating Buckets at least. Tomorrow is another day to bike. :)

Xrayted

01-04-2007, 09:27 PM

Congratulations BMo3!!!!! So, where's our triathlon training schedule, huh??

**breathes out a big sigh of relief** Well, someone is having a damm good time tonight. That makes me very happy. Very happy indeed. I think I can finally sleep for once.

Good night TD. Sweet dreams!!

~X.

AllezGirl

01-05-2007, 04:34 AM

BMo3: If feasible, get the artificial tree now...they're 75% off!

X: When do you want to come down? The have Rockhopper and Stumpjumper test bikes. Just give me a heads up so I can let Roy know...they only have one small frame (to test). PS...I'm going to Bube's tonight with a date...

OTG: Wanna come down too? I can introduce you to Trader Joe...it's a gluten free haven.

Dar: Still looking for team members? I think I want to race! I've contacted a friend of mine that's an Elite racer and he said he'd coach me...so that gives me 6mos. to work on my bunny hops. How was your date?

I'm glad yo hear that you're riding agaim Jen! I might be tri-training with you and X and OTG too...my son (8 years old) is doing one in June and I told him I'll train with him. :eek:

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 04:44 AM

YAYYYYYYYYY, JEN!!!!!!!!!

Whoooohoooooooo!! Happy Dance! Ride that bike, baby!!:D

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 04:51 AM

Verizon still hasn't seen fit to turn my phone back on.

If it weren't for all the damm early termination fees, I'd jump ship RIGHT NOW and go to Cingular.

In fact, I should call Cingular and tell them how p'o'd I am with Verizon, and ask them if they can start me up for free or give me a discount or something so I can afford to switch.

Don't I get to keep my same cell phone number no matter who my carrier is?

Ug.

www.cingular.com I can get more minutes (and rollover!) for the same price I'm paying Verizon right now!

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 04:56 AM

X-I am assuming no news is good news and everyone slept well. Looks as though there is a mbt with your name on it. ;)
As for tri training, I am working on it. Good grief I just got back on the trainer last night. :rolleyes: It was 50 this morning with 100% humidity. :eek: I may have to just train in the monsoon rains. *sigh* We have a 1 1/2 years to complete a tri and we need to figure out which one to do. :)

AG- Did you mention a date tonight? More details are required, I believe it is a TD rule. :p Youe son is going to participate in a tri, I am impressed. :cool: I need to get my bum in gear. If I could, I would get an artificial tree as now would be the best time to buy.

Dar-How was the date?

Knot- Were you able to resolve your cell phone problems?

OTG-Trader Joe's is a wonderful place to shop.

Kit-I look forward to chatting with you. :)

((((((((((CWR))))))))))))-best of luck with your surgery today. I just know it will go well. :)

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 04:59 AM

Verizon still hasn't seen fit to turn my phone back on.

That stinks. :( I am sorry, it must be terribly frustrating.

In fact, I should call Cingular and tell them how p'o'd I am with Verizon, and ask them if they can start me up for free or give me a discount or something so I can afford to switch.

It is worth a try. It never hurts to ask. :)

Don't I get to keep my same cell phone number no matter who my carrier is?

Ug.

Yes, you can keep the same number. :)

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 04:59 AM

Yeah, good luck CWR!

BMo3 - How 'bout you guys do the Danskin?

www.danskin.com/triathlon.html

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 05:05 AM

Yeah, good luck CWR!

BMo3 - How 'bout you guys do the Danskin?

www.danskin.com/triathlon.html

That looks nice and it would be fun to go to Seattle. :) I am thinking we would probably need to wait until 2008. I need time to get this old body into shape. :eek:

Trek420

01-05-2007, 05:36 AM

That looks nice and it would be fun to go to Seattle. :) I am thinking we would probably need to wait until 2008. I need time to get this old body into shape. :eek:

How about an indoor one?

http://www.3-fitness.com/triathlon/indoortriathlons.htm

mtbdarby

01-05-2007, 05:44 AM

Dar: Still looking for team members? I think I want to race! I've contacted a friend of mine that's an Elite racer and he said he'd coach me...so that gives me 6mos. to work on my bunny hops. How was your date?

AG - I already have you on the team:D I still consider myself a novice and I don't know how to bunny hop. But I can stay on my bike for the 14 mile loop! Lots of single track, some rocks, 2 hills called B*tch 1 and 2. So practise for these conditions. You'll need to plan on coming up Thursday so we can preride that night. Friday would be an off day. If you want to stay after we can go white water rafting. If I don't get enough women to want to race you'll have to bring your coach with you. So how was the date?

My date sucked. Cheap, boring. Get this, he hemmed and hawed because he didn't want to order a sandwich so we split an appetizer and here was the clincher - he used his credit card to pay the $16 bill and TELLS me I can leave a $3 tip. I thought he was kidding and almost laughed but he wasn't. It's not that I wouldn't have minded splitting the cost but he asked me out, drank 2 beers to my one can of pop and instead of asking me if I wanted to split the cost, tells me. WTF? And after he complained about how cheap some of his clients are. I won't be seeing this dude again.....

BMo3 - congrats on the trainer! Keep it up girl, and I'm so happy for you!

CWR - good luck today! We're thinking about ya - I hope you get some pampering afterwards.

Mimi - I logged my first 10 miles last night. Off to bj to record them.

I need some coffee.....

AllezGirl

01-05-2007, 06:16 AM

Dar: I'm really excited! I was looking for a new challenge, and that seems just the ticket. It looks like I'll have lots of support too...a lot of my friends also MTB and are rearing to get on the trails with me...although, there might be a little "misery loves company" in that...I've seen some of there battle wounds :eek: Sorry your date sucked, I was at a club meeting last night and met the Specialized rep...he's originally from WI and quite the hottie! (but I guess him to be about 25...)

Knott: there must be some way to get out of that contract...they were the ones that breeched it by turning of your service when they shouldn't have.

The Danskin tri looks cool...what distance is it...Olympic, Sprint? With all of the trips I've already scheduled, I don't know if Seattle would work this year...but maybe in 2008...with X and BMo3. But in the meantime...the metro New York would be a cool on for 2007. I love Sandy Hook...OTG, what do you think?

Tonights date: Divorced, 42, 15 year old daughter. Avid cyclist, works for the State fish and boat commission. We've had some really great conversations...both seem to be on the same page. So I'm really looking forward to it. I'll keep you posted!

Kit: Congratulations! I have an apartment full of hand me down furniture myself...so I don't think I can help you out much there, but I expect you to post your new address so I can send a housewarming gift!

DebW

01-05-2007, 06:17 AM

Woohoo! BMo3 on bike!

CWR, wishing you an easy surgery and speedy recovery.

I've been somewhat too lazy to get out on the bike this week, but I've been running twice. Took the bike to work yesterday in the hopes of a mid-day ride when it was warm and sunny, but didn't make it out. Spent too much time writing a letter to the editor and letters to legislators (too upset to do otherwise). This weekend looks nice for riding.

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 06:39 AM

Looks as though I will not be able to run in The Flying Pig Marathon this year :( (my oldest is being confirmed that day). SO I am slating The Flying Pig for 2008.
The Danskin Tri will also need to be slated for 2008, as DH will be out of the country this August.

I am still trying to figure out the indoor tri. The site is either wonky or my computer is not playing nicely with me. :p

Back to finding some events for this year.

Dar-I am so sorry your date was that bad. :( At least you found out right away.

AG-Best of luck on your date tongiht, let us know how it goes!

Kit-soon you will be in your own place. :D

Xrayted

01-05-2007, 06:52 AM

Jeez, you ladies are gabby this morning!! I know I'm going to leave out someone, so sorry ahead of time. I'll work my way back....

Deb, go get 'em tiger. If you need some signatures on any petitions, give me a shout.

AG - So cool that D is doing a tri! I am free this weekend hon. Just give me the word and some directions. Btw, we have a Trader Joes? I didn't know that. I say we go tear the place apart. As for the date at Bube's, (said boobies) I recommend the Seafood Mornay. Delish. The martinis are wonderful too. Don't wear heels if you can get away with it. Stone floors are uneven due to the nature of the beast and there are a ton of steps to Bube's cuz it's underground in the catacombs. They will give you a tour and history lesson when you get there so arrive a bit early. Have fun. (very romantic lighting too, hint, hint :rolleyes:)

OTG - come on out and play!! Pleeeeease?!! :D

Dar - It is totally up in the air as to what is going to happen to me this year but I will try very hard to make it. Sorry about the date dear. One frog down, one step closer to the prince. ;)

Trek and Knot - mornin'! Sorry about the phone sitch not getting better. I say dump their azz and go with cingular. Happiness has no pricetag. The Danskin is very do-able. But BMo3 is in charge here, so refer all inquiries to her. "Mongo is just pawn in game of life..." (I love that movie.)

CWR - in a few hours, you will be done, getting your followup xrays and then heading home with your friend to recover. I will be thinking of you all day. It's a bit much the first day so just try to drop someone a note when you can. Until then, know that we all love you and are here for you anytime sis. :) :)

BMo3 - all is very well. I struggled to stay awake last night but we got to connect as I was drifting off. So glad I hung in there. The morning has proven to be bright as well. Relax today and thank you for all of your help. It made all of the difference in the world. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! (Btw, did ya get the massage? It really is better when you're on your back. ;))

And Kit - I've already said what I needed to say to you I think. Have a beautiful day sis. Tomorrow, you move into your new home. I'm so happy for you!! xoxo.

Alright, since I did not hit the lottery again this week, I'm outta here. There are people waiting to be shot. I mean xrayed. ;)

Have a fantastic day ladies and be safe.

mimitabby

01-05-2007, 07:00 AM

My date sucked. Cheap, boring. Get this, he hemmed and hawed because he didn't want to order a sandwich so we split an appetizer and here was the clincher - he used his credit card to pay the $16 bill and TELLS me I can leave a $3 tip. I thought he was kidding and almost laughed but he wasn't. It's not that I wouldn't have minded splitting the cost but he asked me out, drank 2 beers to my one can of pop and instead of asking me if I wanted to split the cost, tells me. WTF? And after he complained about how cheap some of his clients are. I won't be seeing this dude again.....

Mimi - I logged my first 10 miles last night. Off to bj to record them.

barf! What was nice about your date is you won't have to waste a lot of time trying to figure out if he's mr right.

i went down and rode another 6 miles last night but i got a funny pain in my leg while working out and then obsessed about blood clots in the middle of the night. (just what i need)

Jen, glad you got on your bike. it's a start!

Knot that phone thing really suks. i can't believe how much trouble you're having with them. Go to the other company and then take them to small claims court if they try to collect. Ah really, you know what to do, you don't need my dumb advice.

Dar, why do you have to know how to bunny hop to be in a race? sounds kind of fruity to me.

Trek420

01-05-2007, 07:19 AM

mimitabby "phone thing really suks. i can't believe how much trouble you're having with them. Go to the other company and then take them to small claims court if they try to collect. Ah really, you know what to do, you don't need my dumb advice."

Disputed ammounts on your phone bill do not have to be paid, check the information on the back of your phone bill.

However...since Verizon can't seem to establish a simple pending claim (that's where we set the disputed charges to the side so that you don't have to pay 'em) I think telling a manager that you're going to the FCC is the way to go is the way to go.

Can they hear me now? Good.

mtbdarby

01-05-2007, 07:57 AM

Mimi, in a race you don't bunny hop, you ride over it, lol. It's just one of those things on my list of skills to master.

AG, very cool on your son doing a tri. I'm impressed at the committment from such a youngun'. Have fun on your date! (Do you have an AV jersey??)

X, hope all is well on your end. Have fun at work and happy shooting!

I don't feel like working, yet again. I need to find my focus. **looking around*** where's my focus hiding??

mimitabby

01-05-2007, 08:01 AM

Mimi, in a race you don't bunny hop, you ride over it, lol. It's just one of those things on my list of skills to master.

I don't feel like working, yet again. I need to find my focus. **looking around*** where's my focus hiding??

Bleah, i don't feel like working either. If it wasn't so crappy outside, i would leave.
so, in a race when you don't bunny hop, what are you riding over?

mtbdarby

01-05-2007, 08:26 AM

Mimi, over logs, through puddles, or over small rocks. I've heard riders who bunny hopped over a crashed rider in front of them. Depends on the course and race conditions.

How many miles do I have to ride this weekend to keep up with you Mimi? :p I'm hoping to get outside this weekend for a spin. Who is that idiot from England on bj? It has to be a guy that's for sure. I'm routing for the chick from San Diego to kick his a$$. And of course everyone from TE;)

mimitabby

01-05-2007, 08:34 AM

Kitsune06

01-05-2007, 08:55 AM

Made it in to work in 40 minutes. Would've been 30 but I got *ahem* lost. No, that *never* happens to me. :rolleyes:

Please PM me if you want the new address... for certain reasons, I don't want to be posting it on TD. "Yeah, sure, you'll talk about frozen vibrating rodents, drunken debauchery, kitty feeding and methods of murder, but not your new address?!" you say? Well... in a word... yeah. I've got my reasons.

xDH is helping me move, encouraging me to rent a truck to do it all in one trip (probably b/c he likes driving trucks :rolleyes:)

Had a great night last night (thanks Jen and X) had fun, misbehaved (but not too much) :rolleyes: Woke up sleepy and was happy for it- knew that meant I was finally, actually relaxed.

X- Thanks for insisting, pita. :D
Jen- You're a pita, too. *hugs!* :D
CWR- (((((CWR!)))) hope things go well. I'll email you on hippy medicinals. no, not those hippy medicinals!
AG- Rockhoppers are SWEET. Mine's a 16"... '03. was that lovely baby blue. :)

AllezGirl

01-05-2007, 10:01 AM

Dar, why do you have to know how to bunny hop to be in a race? sounds kind of fruity to me.

Mimi, I about peed my pants when I read that :D

Xrayted

01-05-2007, 10:40 AM

So, ahem. I'm all in a good mood this morning. Put on a fun sunflower scrub top, feelin' all sunshiny and stuff. :) I get to work and my first patient sticks his finger down his throat while I'm about to lean over him to line up his pic and literally sprays me. :eek: He has an emesis basin right at his face, but decides that I am a better target. Sooo glad I wear glasses at this moment. Had to do a cleanup and change my scrubs after that one. (I'm thinking that I definitely shoulda shot that guy.) So now I'm in my kinda drab looking OR scrubs feeling about icky. **sigh** I need a hug.

Somehow, I'm still in a pretty good mood though. Hmmm, I must be more messed up and sleep deprived than I thought. :eek: :D

Catch y'all later.

Kitsune06

01-05-2007, 10:50 AM

Oh. My. God. :eek: Hot shower and hugs for you. And a beer. Or two.
Glad you're still in a relatively good mood. Yeah you must be messed up. Not getting enough sleep. Need to take care of that tonight, too.
*HUGS* ((((X))))

BleeckerSt_Girl

01-05-2007, 10:56 AM

Jennifer....how GREAT GREAT GREAT that you are on your bike again training!!! :D :p :D :p :D :p Oh gosh that is just so wonderful....:)
Congratulations, girl!!!

mimitabby

01-05-2007, 11:01 AM

snapdragen

01-05-2007, 11:28 AM

I can't keep track of everything! Wahhhh!

Dar - Winner date probably wonders why he's still single :rolleyes:

X - Eww. That's all, just Eww.

mtbdarby

01-05-2007, 11:54 AM

I can't keep track of everything! Wahhhh!

Dar - Winner date probably wonders why he's still single :rolleyes:

X - Eww. That's all, just Eww.

Snap, he said he's asked a lot if he's gay:D

X - big EEEEWWWW.

Xrayted

01-05-2007, 12:11 PM

Ahem. It got even better. :(

Still happy though. I've got a date tonight... with a keg. Not sharing either. Countdown is T (-) 4 hours and 20 minutes.

!#%(^##@(&$&^!!!!!! I'm ok, I'm ok. **breathe X, breathe** :mad: :o :D

BleeckerSt_Girl

01-05-2007, 12:12 PM

uh, WHY would a patient do that?
:eek: :confused: :eek: :confused: :eek: :eek:

WARNING:grossness to follow...

I remember once when my older daughter was about 7 or so. I was painting our bathroom. I had already painted one coat very carefully, and was just putting the finishing touches on one wall, when my daughter RAN into the bathroom, looked at me for a brief movement with desperation and green face, and then sprayed projectile vomit ALL OVER the whole bathroom wall I was just finishing.
I stood in shock, watching the many chunky trails slowly drip and tumble down the wall artistically, then I asked her "Um...why didn't you hurl into the toilet?- it's right HERE!" She answered "I don't know, Mommy, it just came out!"
Being a good mommy, of course, I helped her to bed and reassured her (knowing she felt bad). But I still wonder about it after all these years.... :confused: Kids.

maillotpois

01-05-2007, 12:15 PM

Kitsune06

01-05-2007, 12:56 PM

oh lovely, bodily secretions. I feel sorta fortunate to be the type who can sit here eating while reading (and vividly visualizing) these things. Huh. Good lord, though. that's just.... what would possess...?!

X- Date with a keg? Why not a six-pack? Deep breaths. It will get better. I promise. T minus 3 hrs 45 mins and counting...

Paperwork is all officially signed, etc. Have keys, will move. cat fee was less than I thought, so I paid that, but have yet to pay the deposit. Fortunate; I have yet to own cat. new manager is totally awesome, we discussed tattoos and body art, doc martins and retro chic decor while I was doing the pprwk. Seems very cool.

Take care everyone :D

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 02:05 PM

X- Date with a keg? Why not a six-pack? Deep breaths. It will get better. I promise. T minus 3 hrs 45 mins and counting...

I wan to party. Please? I want to party with the cool people. I do not think I have a big "L" on my forehead. :rolleyes:

Paperwork is all officially signed, etc. Have keys, will move. cat fee was less than I thought, so I paid that, but have yet to pay the deposit. Fortunate; I have yet to own cat.

Awesome! I think you should buy/save little Geneva from a shelter on Valentine's Day. :D

new manager is totally awesome, we discussed tattoos and body art, doc martins and retro chic decor while I was doing the pprwk. Seems very cool.

Take care everyone :D

How cool is that! I live in the wrong area. Those topics get you DQ'd from housing. :rolleyes:

Bikingmomof3

01-05-2007, 03:24 PM

A quick update. CWR is back at her friend's house recovering. The surgery went well and the block was beginning to wear off. She wanted to say "hi" to everyone and will get on when she is able.

crazycanuck

01-05-2007, 03:30 PM

Dudettes...yo..

I am so glad Ian is coming home tomorrow...:) it's quiet here..:(

Jen-Happy dances all around & I think you deserve some more Tim Tams..:D that'll make ya work harder!! Tanks for de info on the fig newtons..:)

X-Big hug dear..:D Do you want tim tams too?

Kit-the landlord sounds funky.:)

TE's customer service is awesome. I hate putting my name on my SS packages..no fun...

Can i whinge? Ok, I love living in Perth but why oh why must airfares be so expensive from here? Yes, we could fly from Sydney to North America but I don't want to pay extra to fly to syeeedney..

I'm on BJ too as crazycanuck-please find me.

I'm off to get a massage as i think i have a knot in my back..:(

see yars.

c

mimitabby

01-05-2007, 03:31 PM

hey CC, i think it costs so much to fly from THERE to HERE because you
are so far away!
m

Kitsune06

01-05-2007, 04:02 PM

FTR, Landlord used to have dreads down to her butt, is covered, literally, in tattoos (most visible are the sun on left thumbweb and moon on right) used to have 16 pierces (where?! Your guess is good as mine... not too many ear holes)
etc etc. sounds very cool. Told me I could only own legal, live plants on the patio. She then specified pot and coca. :eek: :cool: Welll yeeeessss, I'd assume so. :rolleyes: She wants to have me over for a cocktail party as we both take great interest in artfully mixing drinks. Woohoo!

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 05:14 PM

Kit, sounds great! Did she not specify poppies?

(are we surprised I know that? I am...)

I'm somewhat... uhm... inebriated. Tough day at work (no-one needs details) and i had to deal with Verizon a few more times. So.. a little hot toddy while I wait for my cheap steak to turn to leather in my cast iron pan. Steak with garlic and olive oil. Garlic is a beautiful thing.

Tomorrow I plan to make a Lemon And Almond Ricotta cake. Gluten-free so OTG and I can eat it. (recipe is on http://glutenfreebay.blogspot.com ) If you make it, don't buy the Red Mill almond meal, it's $15 for a little bag. Trek had the brilliant idea of making my own with almonds and my coffee grinder. (damm, that girl's a jeenious, I tell you!)

snapdragen

01-05-2007, 05:39 PM

Kit - sounds like you have found a good home. I'll be up with my Raspberry Vodka.....:cool:

Tattoos on the thumb web -- oowwww! Bet it looks cool though.

TimTams are the stuff of the devil. The package I bought barely lasted two days. :o Won't be buying more of those babies for a while, I'm sure I've put 3 pounds on since Christmas.

It's windy here and god knows what is blowing around - my nose will not stop running. It's not many people that can pull off that oh so attractive look of Kleenex stuffed up your nose. Try not to be jealous girls :rolleyes:

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 05:48 PM

BTW - my cell phone is back on. All cuz Trek told me the magic words to use with Verizon Rep #15. (yes, 15 Verizon people I got to talk to before my phone was turned back on)

Cingular ROCKS!;)

Very windy here, too. Glad I'm in a basement apt, so I don't end up with trees in my living room.

DebW

01-05-2007, 05:58 PM

It's crazy warm here - in the 60s. Think I'll go hang my hammock in the back yard and sleep outside tonight. Besides, the roof is dripping onto my side of the bed, so I can't sleep there.

Trek420

01-05-2007, 06:01 PM

BTW - my cell phone is back on. All cuz Trek told me the magic words to use with Verizon Rep #15. (yes, 15 Verizon people I got to talk to before my phone was turned back on)

Bikemomx3 is on her bike...Kit has an apt with a land lord with tat's and piercings....Knott's cell is on ... CWR's recovering... Dar's working her way through the frogs you gotta kiss to find your prince or princess if one bats for that team...all's well with the world...well, almost all's well with the world.

In our little TE TD corner of the world.

Knot has the patience of a saint, a saint I tell you. I'd have said the magic word ("let me speak to your supervisor, no, I'm not gonna wait for a call back :mad:" ) at about oh say about Verizon rep # 2.

Patience is not one of my virtues ;) :cool: :rolleyes:

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 06:11 PM

MMmmm, dinner! Cheap steak sauteed in a head (not clove, girls, but an entire HEAD) of garlic and olive oil until it is falling apart, and baked potato.

Chocolate and almonds for dessert.

yeah, no green veges, but I promise I'll have some in the next week or so.
(do mushrooms count? no, didn't think so. Oh well, I can always hope.);)

Trek420

01-05-2007, 06:17 PM

Mushrooms count!

Kitsune06

01-05-2007, 06:32 PM

WOO! :*GRINS*: HEY KNOT! c'mon overhere and we can all be inebriated together1!!!! a head of garlic sounds good. Very. Very hard to grow propper poppies. even then, harvesting is hard too. I'm lazy. too labor intensive.

new drink tionight- the Quick Fox (aka Quick f*ck) layered kaluah, baileys and Midori. mmmm

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 07:41 PM

A little You Tube is a dangerous thing...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLmPIr9BMlo&mode=related&search=

-Knot slinks off to find more Xena and Gabrielle set to country and western music.

Edit: Oh, look, some Xena fans have toooo much time on their hands... shall we belabor the obvious? (and it's not even c+w!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bww221CnwyM&mode=related&search=

Trek420

01-05-2007, 08:21 PM

who knew they felt this way? :rolleyes: ;) :p How 'bout a little Reggae

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJjmJF7Qj6s

tygab

01-05-2007, 09:00 PM

new drink tionight- the Quick Fox (aka Quick f*ck) layered kaluah, baileys and Midori. mmmm

woah, that's pretty much all 3 types of alcohol I like in one drink? (only thing missing is peach schnapps but not sure that'd work in this combo). That'd be interesting to try out.

/me, currently missing my wild youth. if you see her anywhere, let me know.

GypsyAngel

01-05-2007, 09:50 PM

So AG, when are we headin' to your LBS? Let's get OTG to come along. Maybe we can talk her into a mtb too. Oh, and Gypsy Angel too. (Hey, GA, ya lurkin' out there hon?) Make a day of it. Then when you take me out on the trail, I might almost be able to keep up. :o

Yeah, X, I'm lurking. :D Guess now is as good a time as any to say hi to all you Thread Drifters!
I've been lurking for a while, since X and OTG mentioned this thread when we were out for a ride a couple months ago. I've learned a lot from you all and have been entertained as well. Thanks! :D

About me... I used to mountain bike years ago, picked up a road bike last year and rode my first century in October. I'm still new to cycling and learning all the time. In real life I am a nurse. I work night shift in the ER which is why my lurking is usually done at this time... 1:30am on my nights off when I can't sleep. My sense of humor is slightly twisted and I'll try to keep that in check for a while!:o
I look forward to getting to know you all and spending time here... unlurked.

Ride hard,
Gypsy

crazycanuck

01-05-2007, 09:55 PM

De do de do..

Yo yo....Isnt you tube cool? :cool: The amt of music videos i've managed to see after all these years is rather interesting...:eek: :D

My back feels much better now. The knot is gone & it's probably from not sitting properly...good thing i'm workin on my pilates...just not well enough..:o

Yes, tim tams are evil but oh so yummmy. I now have a strange addiction to Fig Newtons. I think i may have found some here similar to the Nabisco ones but who knows if they taste the same.
I like my dealers for Cliff Bloks etc in the US but don't want to bother them...:D (jen the peeps are still in the freezer...)

c

KnottedYet

01-05-2007, 11:18 PM

Hey, where'd everybody go?

crazycanuck

01-05-2007, 11:24 PM

Isn't it friday night in the US? I thought they'd be partying..

Good q though..where are all the funky ladies? Lise??? Nanci???

c

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 03:50 AM

Duck on Wheels

01-06-2007, 03:58 AM

Ohhh..Micheal Hutchence..he was sooo cute
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlBqSfr-Xk

ONe more q for ya'll...investigating car rentals in the US..if i want to rent a car in the US..is there anyone else besides Avis & budget? There doesn't seem to be much other than 4 door cars..?

c

There are also: Budget, National, Enterprise, Alamo, and maybe some other more or less national companies I'm forgetting, like Rent-A-Wreck (probably best forgotten?). And then there are local companies, such as dealerships that have a rental office. I know that locally back in my home town the Toyota dealership often had the best deal, but only if we were picking up and turning in right there, not if we needed to pick up and/or drop off at the airport, and not if we needed a one-way rental.

Pax

01-06-2007, 04:27 AM

Our town went smoke-free on 1/1 so last night we went out with friends and did an old fashioned pub crawl to show the bar owners our support (they were all positive they'd go bankrupt over the ban)...I am now in possession of an old fashioned hangover. :o

Kitsune06

01-06-2007, 04:57 AM

DebW

01-06-2007, 04:58 AM

DebW

01-06-2007, 05:12 AM

*grumph* while I'm very happy for the couple next-door, it's getting *really* hard to sleep. :eek: :rolleyes: :cool: do you *know* what kind of dreams that inspires?!

...oh! hey! it's 6am. I can see about a couple more hrs of sleep. :D ;)

That last sentence was hard to interpret when using the definition of couple from the first sentence. Try a hammock in the backyard next time, Kit. Good sleeping, I guarantee (depending on where your back yard is, I suppose).

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 05:40 AM

tygab

01-06-2007, 06:43 AM

I just spent a most pleasant night in freaky warm weather sleeping in my hammock in the back yard. Swinging in the breeze, listening to rain on the tarp overhead. No better way to sleep. It was 60F and almost too warm. Though once when I work up and moved, my noise spooked an animal that sounded to be about 10 feet away and took off. It sounded like a deer - saw one in the yard last week. And I think some other animal must have peed in one of my shoes. The shoes (Crocs-type rubber clogs) were together and well under the tarp, so I don't think the rain got them wet. And only one was wet, and my wet sock smelled like pee when I took it off. :rolleyes:

Deb, that's so cool. I love being outside in warm/dry enough weather, and in the summer I am happy to sleep outside on a good night. I have camped in enough places to fully appreciate what can happen overnight too (rain, animals, temperature changes etc). It's good to hear it didn't get too cold. Is your hammock a traditional rope one or do you have one of the very neat backpacking hammocks? I have been looking at those as a nice to have someday, so backpacking could be even lighter. Over the past 2 summers I have only kayak camped or drive-in camped, no carrying the tent! I also yurt camped in winter a few years ago (during elsewhere mentioned Long Trail snowshoeing). That was probably some of the most fun camping I've ever done, due to it being such a unique experience. It actually bugs me that most of the state parks close on labor day - when September is probably the best month of our year for outdoors fun! Even early October is usually pretty darn nice too! But I know 'the world' forgets about outdoors fun after labor day, and that's nice in other ways (so nice to kayak and be one of the only ones out there).

But yes, being able to sleep outside at this time (not in the cold) of year is very remarkable!

Trek420

01-06-2007, 07:24 AM

My sense of humor is slightly twisted and I'll try to keep that in check for a while!:o

unleash the twisted sense of humor!
If not here? Where?
If not now? When?

DuckonWheels....yes, let's forget rent a wreck!

Info on Hybrid car rentals here

www.betterworldclub.com/roadside_assistance/hybrid_discount.htm

Xrayted

01-06-2007, 07:42 AM

*grumph* while I'm very happy for the couple next-door, it's getting *really* hard to sleep. :eek: :rolleyes: :cool: do you *know* what kind of dreams that inspires?!

Sorry about that Kit. Hotels can get a bit loud sometimes. My thought on this sitch is... If you are being woke up at 6:00, you obviously didn't drink enough last night. Go back to the bar and then go back to bed. Of course, don't drink so much that you lose those dreams. Drunken dreams of drunken debauchery are the best. :D
Today is the big move in day and I wish you the best of luck. If you need anything, please call hon. (((Kit)))

Welcome GA!! Glad to have you aboard!! *slowly, slowly the PA girls are taking over* :rolleyes: We finally are starting to see a slow down in our ER. Hope it is getting better for you guys as well. Tough year for respiratory stuff. Wow.

Deb - you are too cool. I remember those days. I used to love to do that, sleep in a hammock in the backyard. No one got it though. *sigh* So I gave it away cuz of the friction and misunderstandings it caused. (Should have given away the S.O. instead.) Sorry about the crocs too. Jeez. Try hanging them on a sheppard's hook or something next time. :)

Hey CC, I've always liked Hertz rentals, FWIW. So, what's the final plan on Ian's b-day? Indy?

Knot - I don't know where everyone else went, but I was, um, yeah... ok, forget it. Next subject. :o :cool: :D

((((((CWR)))))) So glad the new med worked better hon. Take it easy and come back and play real soon, k? Love ya.

So, it's time to get out of the house and do my running around. Getting the bike adjusted today and sending out some packages to my SS and others. Going to look at getting some type of step side thingy for my Jeep or I'm gonna seriously throw my back out trying to get my Mom in there. 4'11". Phew.

Anyway, lots to catch up on. See y'all later. Be safe. (I mean that. ;))

DebW

01-06-2007, 08:00 AM

Deb, that's so cool. ... Is your hammock a traditional rope one or do you have one of the very neat backpacking hammocks? I have been looking at those as a nice to have someday, so backpacking could be even lighter.

My hammock is homemade base on the Speer design (www.speerhammocks.com) with my own design of overbag/bottom insulation and bug netting. I could send you pics or answer questions if you are interested. The hammock and tarp are very easy sewing projects. The hammock is one piece of 1.9 oz uncoated ripstop nylon with knots in the ends to attach webbing for tree straps.

Kitsune06

01-06-2007, 08:04 AM

Moving day is here. i just have to pry myself out of bed, that's all. unnnghhh.
can't sleep, can't be awake, what's a girl to do?

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 09:03 AM

I am spending waaaay too much time on YouTube. All those 80's videos I didn't get to see (or only saw once or twice)

All those anti-Imperial (U.S.) videos! Is anyone making those these days? Or it the rest of the world too cowed now to speak up?

(I'm thinkin' "Guns in the Sky" and "Wild Wild West" and such)

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 09:05 AM

I'm all sniffy with a scratchy throat today. I hope it's just allergies, I don't want to be sick.

Time to get moving and get in the shower. I have a new quest - trying to find All Laundry Detergent - Powder form, for my mom. I've been to 4 stores...wtf? Of all the bizzaro things for stores to run out of....

Tonight I'm making pork tenderloin. Haven't decided how I'm going to cook it yet, I'm thinking of a steak diane type sauce. Roasted sweet taters, because I love them, and green beans. Although I've been craving brussel sprouts lately...

Happy moving day Kit!

Happy recovery time CWR!

Happy Happy Joy Joy to everyone!

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 09:07 AM

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 09:12 AM

Knot- I am so glad your phone is back on. When can you switch to Cingular? Maybe we could get a TD discount? ;)

Trek-you crack me up, thank you. :) Remind me to talk to you before calling any customer reps. :D

Tygab-Maybe your inner wild youth is out partying with mine inner wild youth?

GA-Welcome! I have heard wonderful things about you. You have been reading TD, then you know we embrace slightly twisted humour. :D

CC-let me know how the Australian version of Fig Newtons are. My family is addicted to Tim Tams. :p As for renting cars, we have always had good luck with Hertz.

Queen-sounds like you had a wonderful night! We went smoke free here as well, thank goodness!

Kit-Sorry about the night, you should have told me, you know my inner b*tch would have loved to phone the front desk. (insert evil laughter) It is Moving Day!! Whooo Hooo! *hugs* Please call, you know, just reminding...
Oh your boxes are touring the US, now they are visiting KY.

(((((((((((CWR)))))))))))))glad the new pain meds are working. Call anytime! We miss you. *HUGS*

Deb-you must live close to me-same freakish warm weather. We missed breaking the record by 1 degree. Your night sounded quite relaxing. :) Hmmmm. Sorry about the pee smell. :(

X-yep should have dumped the SO. Do not let someone suppress you! You are wonderful just the way you are (everyone sing with me). :D Buy a hammock and sleep in it all you want. ;)

No doubt my addled brain missed a few people and events. It was not intentions. I slept late and am still on my first cup of coffee. :eek:

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 09:14 AM

I'm all sniffy with a scratchy throat today. I hope it's just allergies, I don't want to be sick.

Time to get moving and get in the shower. I have a new quest - trying to find All Laundry Detergent - Powder form, for my mom. I've been to 4 stores...wtf? Of all the bizzaro things for stores to run out of....

Tonight I'm making pork tenderloin. Haven't decided how I'm going to cook it yet, I'm thinking of a steak diane type sauce. Roasted sweet taters, because I love them, and green beans. Although I've been craving brussel sprouts lately...

Snap,

I do hope you begin to feel better soon! I have not seen ALL in powder form for quite some time. Good luck on your quest.

Your dinner sounds delicious. Yum...I may be popping by for dinner...

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 10:37 AM

uhoh I have a bug too. Yesterday I was dizzy, inner ear congestion? great!
then today, major head cold symptoms. And we're going to go for a ride at 1pm!
:eek: :eek: :eek:

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 11:23 AM

Mimi,
Maybe you should scratch the ride and instead take some cold medicine, and go to bed with some hot tea. Feel better!

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 12:29 PM

I have spent the entire morning on YouTube.

Here's where my 2nd sig line came from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJvNvBYTsGw&mode=related&search=

I haven't even taken a shower yet. lazy lazy lazy.

Making pancakes for lunch.:D

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 12:45 PM

I have done virtualy nothing productive all day. It has been wonderful. It is so warm here all my bulbs are popping up. I am still in jammies and do not see that changing anytime soon. I adore lazy Saturdays. :)

DebW

01-06-2007, 01:04 PM

I am installing the Red Hat Fedora Core 6 Linux system on my desktop computer today. It takes a few hours. Meanwhile I am happily typing away on my new MacBookPro that the company got me. I can run xterms and do normal unix stuff under MacOS, but will install Linux on it also. Going to demo Parallels, which will let me run Linux under MacOS and effectively run the two OSs simultaneously rather than having to boot between them. I'm liking the trackpad for the two-finger scrolling. I now I can see YouTube videos and get sounds and other unnecessary but fun things I couldn't do under my old Linux system.

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 01:12 PM

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 01:21 PM

Love the touchpad on my iBook G4! and the two-finger scrolling is pretty awesome.

when I have to use a mouse... well, I miss the touch pad.

Deb, Sknot would probably understand everything you just said, but I have almost no clue.

DebW

01-06-2007, 01:55 PM

Now that I can see YouTube videos, am I permitted to ask some dumb questions about X&G? I've read some of the fanfic but never seen it on TV. Why would a warrior have so much skin showing? Why would she wear armor that covers only her boobs? Why would she go into a battle with long loose hair that could get tangled up on things in a fight? Makes no sense to me. :confused: Guess that's why I don't watch TV.

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 02:34 PM

I miss Freddie.

One of my favorites

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=narrCWt02Zo

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 02:50 PM

Knot-ahhh knot..good taste in music. Have you seen the outtakes of the making of that song? eg- "two teets, john deacon"

Still searching for the original video for "Driven By You"by brian on Youtube..Found the live version...Ohhh they also have "strange frontier"by roger...ohhh roger...:D Too bad his band The Cross sucked.."Shove It"was ok..

Deb-:eek: :confused: the mac stuff is over my head

BM & X-up in the air really-Need to confirm with work about leave. The man isn't home yet (at brisbane airport waiting for his next flight) but will throw the idea of venturing north-I have the approximate dollar figures :eek: but need to confirm dates now..
You may just see me yet sometime in 2007...If all else fails with Indy/F1 2007 hey we may just make the shuttle launch..:cool:

Another funny story-http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6236585.stm

A not so funny story-Hopefully no TE ladies were involved.http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6237985.stm

Off to wander, iron then do a smidgen tidy of the house before running to the airport..

Fredwina

01-06-2007, 03:06 PM

I am installing the Red Hat Fedora Core 6 Linux system on my desktop computer today. .... I'm liking the trackpad for the two-finger scrolling. I now I can see YouTube videos and get sounds and other unnecessary but fun things I couldn't do under my old Linux system.
what were running before? I'm running Ubuntu at home and haven't had a problem.
BTW, Linux is another operating system (Windows, MC OS 9), without going totally geeky on you all, Fedora Core (FC6) and Ubunutu are called "Distros'. they're both Linux, but are put out by different Companies
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linux
and
http://www.linux.com/article.pl?sid=02/03/09/1727250
besides, you still be using Windows NT 4.0 at work:eek: (yes, all the county's Human services workstation still run that)
Sigh, do i need to check the guys I ride to make sure They have tools to fix their bicycles? after Mr. empty cartridge last weekend, and I don't think I have a chain breaker today(He found it, which was good since mine was not working)
Sorry about vanishing, it's got real crazy at work (as usual)

Pax

01-06-2007, 03:23 PM

Just got home from a day trip to Chicago (4 hours rt), went shopping at Trader Joes and ate italian beef at Portillos...YUM!!! :p

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 03:24 PM

Snap - do you know if that is Freddie being sampled on "Galaxy Bounce" by the Chemical Brothers?

Nanci

01-06-2007, 03:27 PM

I think I feel to sh*tty to try to catch up. I rode a 200k today, which completes my R12 award. Let's just say that, after calling in sick Wednesday and Thursday, I was not really recovered from whatever GI issues I had going on. I started wishing it was over at 40m, really wishing it was over at 60m, started having BAD stomach or something pain at 70 or 80, but still finished in ten hours total. I think my ride time was 8 or 8.5. I ate pasta for breakfast, drank Gatorade, Sweet Tea, Coke, Green Tea. I ate ten Pringles and a handful of Cape Cod chips, and one bite of a Nectar Bar, and two bites of a Clif Bar, and a bag of Sport Beans. My stomach was saying no to food, but luckily let me continue to eat electrolyes. Luckily, it was enough. (Oh, unlike last year, the coldest ride of my life, it was 80, with 80% humidity. maybe warmer. To top it all off, we have reason #10 to wear panties under your bike shorts. So when I had to excuse myself from the nice RBA's wife's dinner she wanted to make me, to go to the bathroom, which I was unable to ride to before sh*tting out my entire guts into my bike shorts- I had something (panties) to wash up with and clean the bathroom with before putting on soaking wet bike shorts and slinking to my car, but not before being busted by the teenage daughter...

Hope everyone else is having a better time today.

Nanci

salsabike

01-06-2007, 03:35 PM

I'm sorry you felt so cruddy but you still deserve THE BIG CONGRATULATIONS for completing the 200K and your R12. Well done, girl. Now you can just be home and hopefully start feeling better. But you damn well should be proud.

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 03:42 PM

Nanci!!! Been wondering how you've been. Sorry to hear you've not felt well though.

Congrats on the R12 award!! You know you've inspired me to try and do longer rides....not the nutty 400km ones though..200km sounds fine..hard but fine..

Take care..
c

DebW

01-06-2007, 03:43 PM

what were running before? I'm running Ubuntu at home and haven't had a problem.

besides, you still be using Windows NT 4.0 at work:eek: (yes, all the county's Human services workstation still run that)

Been running RH9 at work and FC5 at home. No NT for me.

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 03:48 PM

Snap - do you know if that is Freddie being sampled on "Galaxy Bounce" by the Chemical Brothers?

I dunno, it does kinda sound like him, eh?

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 03:59 PM

(((((((Nanci)))))))

I am sorry to hear you have not been feeling well. Take care and get lots of rest.

Congratulations on completing your R12! You should feel quite proud of your accomplishments. :)

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 04:01 PM

Knot-i've asked about the Chemical brothers song on the Aussiequeens site..will let you know when i have answer.

c

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 04:17 PM

Yay Nanci! So sorry you were feeling so yuck, and had a sh!tty ending (pun intended). Relax and get well.

AllezGirl

01-06-2007, 04:22 PM

It was sunny and 73 here today! That's a record breaking high here in eastern PA...but did I ride. Nope...too tired. Why was I to tired you ask? I don't know...it may have had something to do with getting home at 3:00 am last night.

Second date is Tuesday :D

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 04:23 PM

Mimi,
Maybe you should scratch the ride and instead take some cold medicine, and go to bed with some hot tea. Feel better!

I really did my best to look pathetic at 12:15 when my husband was getting ready to go out the door. I even fell asleep reading. But he ignored me and when it was time to go, I was ready. It is so cold out there, and there's a storm front coming. I was in full battle gear! and i never got too warm. Now I can baby myself for the rest of the day (well, as soon as I get the clothes in the dryer)

It seems like all the west coast's warm air has gone to the east coast. what's up with that?

Wow, Nanci,
your story gives me nightmares and I'm not even asleep. What an embarrassing painful mess. You've got pluck to have finished that ride in that condition!
congrats on the R12 award!

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 04:49 PM

Trek420

01-06-2007, 04:56 PM

Hi TE TD, I'm back from brunch with Spazzdog and Theresa...ate far too much good food.

My mutt Mae, this is the dog who does not like any other dogs, that is she likes any other animal, even kangaroos but not dogs. She has found a friend. A neighbors young dog (also pitt mix) and she are buddies.

They played together on the lawn today, another first for Mae.

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 05:46 PM

Trek I have been wondering for sometime and must ask as I adore coffee. What is Peet's Coffee?

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 05:49 PM

Trek420

01-06-2007, 06:10 PM

Peet's coffee is a brand name that started up in San Francisco. We PNW folks have an incredible coffee competition going. We think we're better than anywhere else in the coffee dept. We've got Tully's, Peet's and of course starbucks, and SBC, Seattle's Best Coffee.

whatever :rolleyes: :cool: ;) :p

the coffee that started it all, the coffee de' Lance and still the best....

www.peets.com

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 06:13 PM

I don't drink coffee, so I can't say which one is the best.
No competition here.
Now CHOCOLATE... I can speak with experience about that.

AllezGirl

01-06-2007, 06:20 PM

With the imaginations on this thread...I don't think so! :eek: :eek: :eek:

We met for dinner and had a couple of beers and talked and laughed for 7 hours. All in all I'd say it went very well...and I was a very good girl.

Trek420

01-06-2007, 06:24 PM

Now CHOCOLATE... I can speak with experience about that.

a few of my local favorites

www.ghirardelli.com

www.guittard.com

www.jschmidtconfections.com

and the chocolate de' TE....

www.scharffenberger.com

AG, sounds like a good date!

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 06:26 PM

Hmmm, 7 hrs?
:D ;) :D

<Dear Lord, Please keep your arm around my shoulders, and your hand over my mouth. Thanks, Knot>

snapdragen

01-06-2007, 06:28 PM

bmo3 - Peets is nectar of the gods. It is what other coffees hope to be when they grow up. It is the ultimate in coffeedom. :cool:

Aside from burning the sweet 'taters, dinner was really good. I'll keep the recipe for Pork Tenderloin Diane in my favorites:

1 (1-pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1-inch-thick slices
3/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 teaspoons butter
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Sprinkle pork with lemon pepper. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add pork slices to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove from pan; keep warm.
Add juice and remaining ingredients to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Return pork to pan; cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated, turning to coat.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 3 ounces)

NUTRITION PER SERVING
CALORIES 160(33% from fat); FAT 5.9g (sat 2.3g,mono 2.6g,poly 0.5g); PROTEIN 23.9g; CHOLESTEROL 79mg; CALCIUM 14mg; SODIUM 230mg; FIBER 0.1g; IRON 1.7mg; CARBOHYDRATE 1.7g

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 06:31 PM

Simply Barbaric!!!!

I'm eating my dinner (rice spaghetti) out of the SAUCEPAN because it fits on my lap while I sit at the computer!

Thank goodness neither SKnot nor my beloved are here to witness this. Only the dog, and all *he's* thinking is, "do I get to lick out the pan when she's done? Huh? Do I? Huh?" <wag, wag, hopeful brown-eyed gaze>

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 06:38 PM

Simply Barbaric!!!!

I'm eating my dinner (rice spaghetti) out of the SAUCEPAN because it fits on my lap while I sit at the computer!

Thank goodness neither SKnot nor my beloved are here to witness this. Only the dog, and all *he's* thinking is, "do I get to lick out the pan when she's done? Huh? Do I? Huh?" <wag, wag, hopeful brown-eyed gaze>

well, your beloved is going to see THIS and with her imagination it will seem even worse. What were you thinking? you think the TE TD's can keep this kind of secret?

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 06:51 PM

a few of my local favorites

www.ghirardelli.com

www.guittard.com

www.jschmidtconfections.com

and the chocolate de' TE....

www.scharffenberger.com

AG, sounds like a good date!

thanks for the links. I agree, that DOES sound like a very good date! 7 hours of talking, indeed.

BleeckerSt_Girl

01-06-2007, 07:12 PM

I'm eating my dinner (rice spaghetti) out of the SAUCEPAN because it fits on my lap while I sit at the computer!

I thought that's what saucepans are for?...

Nanci- poor thing!! Hope you feel better soon, don't know how you made it through all that so bravely!

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 07:14 PM

whatever :rolleyes: :cool: ;) :p

the coffee that started it all, the coffee de' Lance and still the best....

www.peets.com

Note to self: buy several pounds of coffee beans.

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 07:16 PM

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 07:20 PM

bmo3 - Peets is nectar of the gods. It is what other coffees hope to be when they grow up. It is the ultimate in coffeedom. :cool:

Now I must buy some. I cannot live without coffee. Nectar of the gods, sounds perfect for me. :cool:

Edited to add: I want this
Indo-Pacific - Three Pound Sampler

Explore the Indo-Pacific island regions with flavors ranging from woodsy to nutty and earthy. Characterized by heavy body and smooth acidity, this sampler comes with a pound each of Sumatra, New Guinea and Sulawesi-Kalosi.

Sumatra: This is the classic Indonesian coffee. Very full bodied with concentrated flavor, Sumatra is also sweet, and slightly earthy, with a gutsy richness.

New Guinea: A mild, mellow yet aromatically complex coffee. New Guinea's good body, moderate acidity and broad flavor make it one of the best coffees in the world.

Sulawesi-Kalosi: A rare coffee with unusual depth and complexity. Sulawesi-Kalosi has a multi-dimensional aromatic character with prominent herbal, nutty, and pleasantly sweet woodsy notes.

Xrayted

01-06-2007, 07:24 PM

I am so enjoying this thread tonight. Thank you ladies!!! One more alcoholic libation and then some profound prose. :p

Knot - the visual that invokes. :rolleyes: *Ahem* Don't worry about it hon, I'm sure Trek would have no problem helping you eat dinner out of your lap. (yup, I said it. :eek: )

AG called me with the details today. So, who wants to know what really happened?? (I accept chocolate as payment as I do not like coffee. Yup, I said that too. bite me. :D)

BMo3 - I'm still hysterically laughing about you-know-whut here. I'm trying to be good but it's so hard sometimes. HELP!!! hehe. omg... (Learn to be still X.)

Kit! Where are you, Kit? Oh, there you are, in your new home. Ok, wipe that sh*t eatin' grin off yer face and come play. (congrats hon!! ;))

Well, BMo3 is IM'ing me and shaking her finger profusely. I guess I better stop now. **lower lip sticking out, chin quivering** (did ya see, I still got it in there. hehe.)

mimitabby

01-06-2007, 07:28 PM

Hey X, we are still eating those Wilbur buds. We ate them all the way to Seaside and then in our motel room, and there are still more.
They are great. No, not as good as the pedigreed chocolates that we just discussed, but good in their own wholesome way.

Thank you

Xrayted

01-06-2007, 07:36 PM

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 07:38 PM

Yeah, I like them. Of course, I can't compare cuz no one's ever sent ME any chocolates... :rolleyes:

I will send you the baker's chocolate we did not use when you were here. Now quit pouting. ;)

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 07:43 PM

X-I can send you chocolate from the Margaret River chocolate factory..or some friendly tim tams..:D

BM & X what are you two up to? :cool: :eek:

Must go find gift for SS...

c

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 07:47 PM

In my crock-pot right now:

Beef and Mushroom stew

1 cheap steak, cubed
1 1/2 heads of garlic, cloves left whole
1 pound or so of mushrooms, cubed
1 bay leaf (not as good as the fresh ones in California!)
1 handful of rosemary
water to fill pot to 2 inches below surface of ingredients

Edit: I just added a cubed potato because the stew was lookin' a bit wimpy

One of the very cool thing about cooking with mushrooms is the way they all of a sudden COOK and become cooked mushrooms and juice. I like cooking with mushrooms. Costco sells monster-huge bags of dried sh*takes, and someday I'll try them out. (Mmmmm, sh*take with chicken garlic ginger coconut milk cilantro and Thai hot sauce) (yup, almost Tom Kha Gai)

Bikingmomof3

01-06-2007, 07:48 PM

X-I can send you chocolate from the Margaret River chocolate factory..or some friendly tim tams..:D

BM & X what are you two up to? :cool: :eek:

Must go find gift for SS...

c

Send the chocolate in care of me. I will make sure she get some. :rolleyes:
Tim Tams (where is that drooling smilie?)
We are just having a few wine coolers. :p

Xrayted

01-06-2007, 07:49 PM

BMo3 - I'll have you know I don't pout when I'm drunk... I wistfully reminisce with an edge of melancholy thrown in for effect.

CC - at the moment, I'm listening to AC/DC's Big Balls song and being scolded by BMo3 on the IM. What else did you expect? Oh, wait, just switched to Thunder Struck. A classic... :D

Turn it up!!!!!!! :eek: :cool:

Xrayted

01-06-2007, 07:51 PM

I'm having Woodchuck Draft Cider - Granny Smith flavor. Very smooth. I could get used to this stuff. :D (BTW, thank you Kit for sharing.)

crazycanuck

01-06-2007, 08:03 PM

:eek: no bm..not sending them to you..I know what you do with Tim Tams& Anzacs cookies but not vegemite..:D

X-did you know the original lead singer of AC/DC is buried in Fremantle..no i've never been to the grave...even if i do like historic graveyards..
Is Back in Black on that CD? :cool:

Off to think about what to have for dinner later on..

c

KnottedYet

01-06-2007, 08:26 PM

Guitar night at Chez Knot.

My critter. (though mine is a lefty)
http://www.seagullguitars.com/products6.htm

My favorite guitar books (more music theory than "music" books)
"Guitar From Scratch" and "Music Principles for the Skeptical Guitarist" by Bruce Emery. www.skepticalguitarist.com

My callouses are *completely* gone. Ouch. ouch. OUCH.

DebW

01-07-2007, 04:05 AM

Simply Barbaric!!!!

I'm eating my dinner (rice spaghetti) out of the SAUCEPAN because it fits on my lap while I sit at the computer!

Thank goodness neither SKnot nor my beloved are here to witness this.

Anyone would do that alone. It's who you'd do it with that counts.

Knot - the visual that invokes. :rolleyes: *Ahem* Don't worry about it hon, I'm sure Trek would have no problem helping you eat dinner out of your lap. (yup, I said it. :eek: )

The location of the pot may be important too.

My mutt Mae, this is the dog who does not like any other dogs, that is she likes any other animal, even kangaroos but not dogs. She has found a friend. A neighbors young dog (also pitt mix) and she are buddies.

They played together on the lawn today, another first for Mae.

When will Mae meet Stinky Butt Dog?

Trek420

01-07-2007, 06:42 AM

When will Mae meet Stinky Butt Dog?

The thought is at a neutral place, maybe meet in the middle like Oregon somewhere dogs are allowed.

www.traveldog.com

Pax

01-07-2007, 07:21 AM

The thought is at a neutral place, maybe meet in the middle like Oregon somewhere dogs are allowed.

www.traveldog.com

Hope they get along, a neutral place is an excellent idea...much less posturing that way. Give Mae a snuggle for me 'k?

kelownagirl

01-07-2007, 07:44 AM

CC - thinking of you today. Been in Edmonton for 4 days, heading home tonight. :) Weather's been good - only about -5 and clear. Supposed to have a high of -24 by Thursday so I'm glad we'll be gone by then!

mimitabby

01-07-2007, 07:46 AM

-24?? that's COLD!
no matter what thermometer you're using.

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 08:24 AM

Mae is an alpha-dog female.

Stinky Butt Dog is an omega-dog neutered male.

His goal in life is to be bossed around. I don't think there will be a problem. Mae and SBD have smelled each other on my clothes and such, and SBD "gave" Mae one of his stinky ol' stuffed squeaky toys. (more SBD smell, and in a fun package, too!) She reacted just fine. And Mae likes me, even though I smell like SBD.

(Mae likes me cuz i "gave" her a *really* good chewy toy at my last visit: my $1,000 bite splint! Oh, boy! What fun! Crunchy and chewy and smelly! :p )

Kitsune06

01-07-2007, 08:31 AM

X- That's just.... just... naughty. :eek: I am frankly just shocked by the things you say here. Shocked and appalled. ;) Thanks for grabbing me by the ankles and hauling me back to planet earth last night, grounding me by force. I know I need to not listen and know better... I just ... need reassurance. Again. and again... and again.
Slept like the dead last night. xDH and his GF had me over after thai and we smoked their hookah, had sake and conversation. Quite soothing. Learned much about the use of the hookah. I can now appreciate the art behind it.
Got a little heady last night, the tobacco goes straight to your head (cooled the way it is, you take more in) went home and started unpacking a bit.
I then went to sleep and slept like the dead.
Woke up this morning and started playing with my wifi... thank god for geekdom.
need to start unpacking more eventually. Took a 'before' pic with all my stuff and the empty rooms... will take (and maybe post) after pics, too.
so at a wifi cafe now downloading programs, uploading pictures, chatting and trying not to fall asleep again ;)

Trek420

01-07-2007, 08:50 AM

sorry about that :o

Mae is a pound pet, lab/pitt/sumthin/sumthin/sumthin/sumthin....she looks like a yellow lab.

She has met and likes :D chickens, pigs, geese, horses, llamas, a kangaroo, cows, cats that she considers her cats and all kinds of people ... but right after DPITA adopted her I found she went ape shot, nutso crazy dog if she so much as saw another dog.

So Mae and I sat down and had a chat and I told her dogs on this planet are only allowed where dogs can go, so it's likely that she's going to see other dogs because she's not the only one in the world and has to get used to that.

And we worked and worked and worked, I took her to an obedience class (which she had to attend from an adjacent room) and continualy socialise her. I got custody of the dog at the break up, she's my dog.

She may never be a dog I can just set loose in the dog park but she enjoys going there, seeing the dogs, sliding on the kiddy slide there ;-) and getting treats for calm behavior.

And now she has some doggie pals: Presley who is probably the worlds homliest dog who she sees on walks here and likes, a shepard and two dalmations she visits through the fence on walks, something she'd never have before.

But this Mickey dog was an enormous step for her.

Bikingmomof3

01-07-2007, 12:13 PM

X, AG, and AG's little guy have been having quite the day. :) I just spoke with them and X was shopping in Trader Joe's-her first time ever! :eek: I was helping her choose the correct TJ foods. ;)

But that is not all folks. :)

X purchased a brand spankin new bike!!! :cool: I will let her tell everyone about it tonight and she promised photos. :cool: :) :cool:

DebW

01-07-2007, 01:06 PM

I spent some time today modifying my hammock by sewing buckles onto the straps near the hammock and loops in the strap ends. Now, instead of having 7 feet of strap attached to each end of the hammock, it has short pigtails with buckles. And instead of wrapping straps 3-4 times around the tree and tying a knot, I just girth hitch them and thread them through the buckles. Now I can adjust it easily without retying knots. Here's a picture. The green part is the hammock, the gray part is an overbag that I slide around the hammock after I'm inside to keep my bottomside warm.

Bikingmomof3

01-07-2007, 01:09 PM

Awesome picture Deb! If I has an area like that I too would sleep outside. :)

snapdragen

01-07-2007, 04:50 PM

Bikingmomof3

01-07-2007, 04:59 PM

It's official, I have a cold. Not a bad one, just one of those nagging "something in the back of my throat and stuffiness" things. Lots of water, juice and tea. And Chicken Noodle Soup with Tapatio hot sauce!

Snap,
I feel your pain. I have the same thing. :( My lymph nodes are all swollen. I am at the 'painful scratchy throat' part of my cold. I hope we both get to feeling better soon.

DebW

01-07-2007, 05:32 PM

My hot water heater is not working. I absolutely WILL NOT take a cold shower. Good thing there is a shower at work. Not sure if I need to call a plumber or an electrician.

AllezGirl

01-07-2007, 05:48 PM

psst...hey Dar, X's new bike is a MTB!

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 06:15 PM

DebW - very cool hammock!

X - can't wait to see the new bike!

I have seen Trek's dog slide down the kiddie slide, it's pretty funny!

*** Warning: Verizon Rant ***

Now SKnot's cell is "restricted" (turned off by Verizon). Verizon assured me that my balance shows "0" and that both lines are active. Uhhh, no.
Kids, DON'T get Verizon's "One Bill" service. Heck, DON'T get Verizon at all!

-Knot-Future-Qwest-and-Cingular-Customer

Trek420

01-07-2007, 06:29 PM

Knott, where'd I put the FCC's e-mail address?

Yes, she's a funny dog.

crazycanuck

01-07-2007, 06:38 PM

Hey KG- Did you hear the Canuck jr hockey team won gold? Also, did ya hear about the roof at BC place!!! :eek: didja..

Checked my km's for last year..darn it I can't join the race at bike journal..I ended up doing 4250km..aim this year 6000km...

My back is still bothering me but i don't want to bother anyone about it. The massage helped & perhaps the pilates session tonight might do the trick too. I think i'm sitting in this stupid chair properly...:mad:

The dear is back..:D :) & we're discussing the household budget for 07-He knows I wanna go to Canuckland earlier than christmas 07..:)-we will need to sit down and work the finances out..It's a good thing we only visit North America every 3yrs or so with the airfare situation..

Mae & Stinky sound cool...a kangaroo hey..:eek:

have a good afternoon/evening whereever ya might beeee..

c

kelownagirl

01-07-2007, 06:46 PM

Hey CC - just got back from Oiltown. I WATCHED the jr's beat those Russkies! Yeah! Also saw BC Place on the news - yikes! How are they gonna fix that?! And have they been having a LOT of wind on the coast or what?! More trees down in Stanley Park. :( Sorry your back is bummed - mine is only just starting to feel better after 6 weeks...

My new claim to fame - future BIL challenged me to take an open oreo, put it on my forehead white side down, and make it "work" it's way down my face to my mouth (usually face muscles only.) I did it! Ta da!

Don't think I can find time to actually read the 4 days of TD posts. Got to go back to work tomorrow... Sigh... See y'all...

PS Yay, BMO, back on bike!

Trek420

01-07-2007, 06:50 PM

crazycanuck

When my parents lived in Santa Rosa their neigbors had a wallabee they had rescued (being neglected at a petting zoo I think). On visits we'd walk to the neighbors to see the wallabee. One day I took Mae and whadya know over the fence there was an inter species moment, the wallabee hopped over and the two touched noses through the fence.

Friends! :D

From then on whenever I visited all I needed to say is "want to see the kangaroo?" and Mae would lead us there, look through the fence and her friend would hop over.

I have some photos but they are not very clear of this because of the growth on the fence.

A few years ago I found out that this beautiful animal had been killed by a loose dog. I wrote the neighbors, sent them copies of the pictures and thanked them because their wallabee was one of Maes first friends and helped her. They sent back a very nice note.

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 06:55 PM

Trek - hah! I thought your new avatar title was "Peets, the redwoods, and bridge TROLLS." Remind me to take you to the Troll in Fremont while you're here. Unless you've seen it already...?

Trek420

01-07-2007, 06:59 PM

No I don't think I've seen the troll, I looked in Norway and didn't see trolls underneath the bridges there.

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 07:04 PM

Well, us Scandahoovians in the PNW have this fellow to remind us of our ancestral homes...

http://www.roadsideamerica.com/attract/WASEAtroll.html

Edit: BTW, there is a Peet's in Fremont.

Kitsune06

01-07-2007, 07:13 PM

X!!!!! Everyone wants to see your hot new ride!!!!

Letting everyone know I'm still among the living :D

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 07:20 PM

Fun fact o' the day:
Stuart Brother's Coffee aka Seattle's Best Coffee is owned by Starbucks now.

Trek420

01-07-2007, 07:36 PM

Fun fact o' the day:
Stuart Brother's Coffee aka Seattle's Best Coffee is owned by Starbucks now.

All the more reason to visit Peets ;) :cool:

And we have Trolls in CA too, like this one observed climbing in Joshua Tree National Park

www.trollshop.net/trolls/joshua-tree.htm

snapdragen

01-07-2007, 07:41 PM

And don't forget the gargoyle on the Bay Bridge, put there after the Loma Prieta earthquake.

Xrayted

01-07-2007, 07:43 PM

Jeez you two. Just couldn't wait could you? hehe. Ok, ok. :rolleyes: Yes I bought a bike today at AG's LBS. But, I had an agreement with BMo3 that I was going to call her so she could talk me out of buying a bike. As you've already read, she did not hold up her end of the bargain. So, I am now the owner of a new mtb.

It is a 2007 Specialized Hardrock Pro 17". Alum frame, hydraulic disc brakes, hardtail, color scheme Raw Distressed. It rained like crazy on the way home so she's already had her first bath. :D I need to get some SPD's for her yet. Oh, she's already shared her name with me... Pounce. She has shown quite an affinity for jumping over and off stuff. So much fun. :cool: :D Now she just needs a riding partner to play with. ;)

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r155/cbmickey/mtb%20pics/hardrock1.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r155/cbmickey/mtb%20pics/hardrock2.jpg

KnottedYet

01-07-2007, 08:05 PM

X - I like the paint scheme! (very "user friendly"!) congrats on the new bike! And I'm glad no-one talked you out of it.:D

mimitabby

01-07-2007, 08:17 PM

just stopping in to admire deb's hammock and x's bike and to let Snap and Jen know
I caught their cold... bleah..

mimi

Duck on Wheels

01-07-2007, 11:25 PM

All the more reason to visit Peets ;) :cool:

And we have Trolls in CA too, like this one observed climbing in Joshua Tree National Park

www.trollshop.net/trolls/joshua-tree.htm

Well, nice try, but that can't be a true troll. Real trolls turn to stone if they're out in daylight. This one (http://home.hib.no/mediesenter/mytobib/illos/kitt.troll.jpg)
has been "stoned" so long he's got trees growing on him. At that stage you can safely camp underneath them, or fish alongside them, or whatever.

On the way to the airport, crossing the river from H@ll to VÃ¦rnes, there's a bridge with a door in it. We think a troll lives there, but we've never seen it. Apparently it's a smart troll that never goes out in daylight.

crazycanuck

01-07-2007, 11:51 PM

X...ohhhh..hydraulic disc brakes...ohhhhh...:D *ahem, drool over*
Sure wish my Scott could visit your Specialized but i'm not paying the :eek: fees the airlines will charge & not sure i want to carry it from a to b to c..etc etc..I'm going to get fat when we go on vacation in north america...:( :mad:

When is your first off road ride? What type of trails do you guys have? huh huh..telllll ussss..:D

Deb-you sound like one cool & very mechanically inclined lady..!!!

I would be more than happy to support Peets :D ugh can't stand Starbucks or any other coffee chain...:mad:

Kids, Ã*t's a frightening idea flying into the US..fingerprinted & all..:eek: :mad:
I've been fingerprinted twice- whilst in Japan-once for my alien registration card & once for the police check for my NZ residency application..

have a funky night

c

DebW

01-08-2007, 03:49 AM

Well, nice try, but that can't be a true troll. Real trolls turn to stone if they're out in daylight.

Trolls, huh? TD is so educational. Never know what you might learn here.

Deb-you sound like one cool & very mechanically inclined lady..!!!

I'll admit to being mechanically inclined. The cool part is continually ruined by hot flashes :rolleyes:

X, congrats on the new bike.

Kit, hope you're settled into the new place. Take care.

I forgot something important this weekend. A fellow trail worker was having heart surgery last week and I meant to go visit at the hospital over the weekend. I need to remember to call him today. Hope he's doing all right. And I still haven't made that bike cover for my daughter. But Fedora Core 6 is now running on my computer.

KnottedYet

01-08-2007, 05:51 AM

*The Power of TE-TD*

You can suspect you know someone's TE-TD behaviour a little too well when you see they aren't doing their ususal early morning TE stuff, you think they may have forgotten to turn on their alarm, so you call them to wake them up. From hundreds of miles away!

Oh, yeah, the power of the internet!;)

Trek420

01-08-2007, 06:00 AM

they were on, I slept through both :eek:

But the 3rd alarm (cold wet doggie nose) and 4th (phone ring) got me going. I like to be up a couple hours before I have to leave, this morning's a bit rushed ahem. Good morning TE TD .... off to work.

mtbdarby

01-08-2007, 06:36 AM

'Morning All,
Geez, you were chatty since Friday. Trek, care to work your magic on Peoplepc for me so I can get on the internet at home????

X - why, what a purdy bike! I know just the race for you (evil laugh). I'll sign you up. Now ladies, just 1 or 2 more of ya and I have myself a team!

Nanci - congrats! Sorry you weren't feeling good but I hope you're all better now.

CWR - glad you made it through ok and the meds are all worked out! Post when you can Hon, I've been thinking about ya!

Off to a meeting, I'll cbl.

snapdragen

01-08-2007, 08:04 AM

***looks around**** Where are we?

ALL RIGHT! WHO CLICKED THIER HEELS WHILE WEARING RUBY SLIPPERS?!?!

We've been moved.......

***runs away***

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 08:16 AM

Quick click your heel three times and say, "there is not place like home".

Did it work?

Duck on Wheels

01-08-2007, 08:20 AM

I guess maybe somebody administrative decided that the forums most popular thread should have a more prominent placement. So we got kicked out of the "closet" so to speak.

Apropos ... Here's a new quotable I learned today: "We tend to meet any new situation by reorganising; and a wonderful method it can be for creating the illusion of progress while producing confusion, inefficiency and demoralisation."
- Gaius Petronius, 60 AD

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 08:26 AM

X... that bike. Whuff! Hot. Maybe not as much as Miz Cakes, but close. ;) :rolleyes: :cool: :eek: You need a Brooks for that little wonder of engineering. ;) :D

Hah! Hey, if you want to know some local trails, let me know- I'll hook you up. well... local for here. Hey. Lots of people make considerable drives to their mtb trails of choice. Maybe not that considerable, though. *hmph* ;)
:rolleyes:

Everyone else- busy weekend. Oh the fun of intrapersonal dialogue and b*tchiness. Life goes on. Right? It goes on? Yeah, I know it does... just... need reminding.
CWR- would you still be available for crutch-assisted shin kickings? I may need some help.

mimitabby

01-08-2007, 08:27 AM

uhoh. They changed it. Now what?

I stayed home today. I feel like #$%^^$ ^$^#$@! drinking liquids and
staying warm.
Cats are good company when you have a cold.

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 08:36 AM

Kit- I have a message from CWR: "I can do crutch assisted shin kickings, but they may come at a higher cost".

Mimi-Sorry you caught my cold. I too am home feeling miserable. :(

mtbdarby

01-08-2007, 08:49 AM

Wow, don't we feel important now!

Mimi, hope you're feeling better soon (no riding bike and racking up miles while you're home;) )

Alright. Here's my blonde/brain fart moment of the year. Got a portable dvd player at Best Buy this past summer. While my ds was watching a movie in the car the screen made a pop noise and shut off. I tried everything I could think of to make it work - recharged battery, tried plugging it in the wall, made sure it was on, made sure it wasn't on the video thing to your tv. All to no avail. I couldn't find my receipt but had the box, my cc statement and BB wouldn't help me. So I held onto it for 6 months and returned it after Christmas. Dude from the Geek squad plugs it in, switches button from video to tv setting to the dvd player and viola! It works. I appreciated that he didn't make me feel like an idiot in front of everyone and now my ds can watch movies on his way home from dads. Geesh.

I started a new workout program today and, being the extremist I can be, opted for the strict bodybuilder type diet for the first six days to jump start my weight loss. It consists of split workouts - cardio in the am and cardio/strength at night. Coupled with the 2500 race on bj I will be working out for 7 days a week this week. Oh, and did I mention it's only 1200 calories:eek: I'm predicting a grumpy, slightly dizzy Dar by tomorrow. I emailed them this morning to see how to incorporate my cycling into this workout so I don't kill myself. I am just so frustrated with my weight and need to be in shape this summer so I can enjoy myself. Plus it's a promise I've had to myself for years - to be in the best shape of my life when I turn 40 in August. Now here I sit sadly counting down the next 20 minutes so I can eat my 2 1/4 cups of salad with one tblsp of dressing and 1/2 cup ff cottage cheese:p I want to lose 30 pounds in 18 weeks, so I have the weight off and can eat to sustain longer distances on the bike to prep for the 24 hour race at the end of July. Will you be my cheering section? I'm going to take the dreaded "before" pix tonight...

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 09:00 AM

I started a new workout program today and, being the extremist I can be, opted for the strict bodybuilder type diet for the first six days to jump start my weight loss. It consists of split workouts - cardio in the am and cardio/strength at night. Coupled with the 2500 race on bj I will be working out for 7 days a week this week. Oh, and did I mention it's only 1200 calories:eek: I'm predicting a grumpy, slightly dizzy Dar by tomorrow.

Dar,
Did you check with a doctor or nutrionist abut eating only 1200 calories with all of the exercise you plan to do? And I will be cheering you on, just want to make sure your healthy. :)

DebW

01-08-2007, 09:02 AM

Survey: 1 in 5 managers read e-mail in the loo

http://www.boston.com/business/ticker/2007/01/survey_1_in_5_m.html

"Nearly one in five small business managers read work-related e-mails and other documents while in the bathroom, and 49 percent say they work while driving."

:eek: :eek:

At least Kit has escaped the answering-phone-in-the-bathroom job.

mtbdarby

01-08-2007, 09:04 AM

Dar,
Did you check with a doctor or nutrionist abut eating only 1200 calories with all of the exercise you plan to do? And I will be cheering you on, just want to make sure your healthy. :)

Uh, no:rolleyes: I can honestly say I've never checked with a dr. before starting a workout. But if I start getting dizzy I'll have to add calories. Actually, I'll have to figure out what expenditure the workouts will give me and figure out the deficit. I don't want to lose more than 2-3 pounds a week. I'm no Mike Magnason you know! Anyone know a good way to figure this out??

BMo3 - hope you're feeling better too!

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 09:12 AM

Uh, no:rolleyes: I can honestly say I've never checked with a dr. before starting a workout. But if I start getting dizzy I'll have to add calories. Actually, I'll have to figure out what expenditure the workouts will give me and figure out the deficit. I don't want to lose more than 2-3 pounds a week. I'm no Mike Magnason you know! Anyone know a good way to figure this out??

You can log your workouts free online, there are several sites that will estimate your caloric expenditure. The only reason I brought it up is because I easily burn around 900 calories if I do an aerobic workout in the morning and an exercise routine in the evening. That would leave my body with give or take 300 calories-not good, I would lose muscle not fat. :(

Just something to consider. All I want is for you to stay healthy. :)

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 09:12 AM

Dar, honestly, I would be more concerned with the activity level and making sure you have a correct carb/protein balance than watching caloric intake. I'm sure either people will back me up or correct me (open to either...) but the body tends to notice when activity level is greater than the calories consumed and will eventually adjust the entire metabolism (i.e. slow it down!) to adjust so you don't "starve to death". Work on building muscle and your intake of proteins to facilitate this new muscle, and the metabolism will increase as muscle burns fat. It's a more gradual change, but avoids the risk of burnout and metabolic changes.

1200 would be 'alright' for someone totally sedentary, but with any kind of activity level, you need to fuel yourself.
Maintain your blood sugar levels, etc etc. The more you can do without your body feeling 'stressed' the better off you are.

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 09:17 AM

Kit, you stated that much better than me. :p Yep the body will shut down not only the metabolism but will store fat and burn muscle. Not good, in my opinion, but I work on burning fat gaining lean muscle.

Dar, there are some really great discussion about this on the forum. I think they are in the Triathalon section.

Jen-who needs to shed 20 pounds of fat and gain lean muscle in place of the aforementioned fat.:o

mtbdarby

01-08-2007, 09:54 AM

Thanks guys. The daily 1200 calories is just for the first week to jump start me and consists of 120 grams of protein, 80 grams of carbs and 45 grams of fat. This lower carb week will hopefully force my body to use stored fat (is that right?). After that I will jump to 1600 cal/day with more of a 40/30/30 split. Anyway, I'm logging it all on beachbody.com but there are errors on their pages for calorie expenditures and body fat sites. Any ideas for other ones?

I am going to have so much gas with all these salads:eek: Good thing you guys are in cyber world, lol!

snapdragen

01-08-2007, 10:17 AM

Dar - a lot of the ladies use FitDay (fitday.com....I think)

mimi and bmo3 - You cannot catch a cold through the internet! It's not my fault! I woke up this morning with no voice....

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 10:20 AM

ediets.com always treated my mom well. For an activity lvl like yours, I'd be more tempted to say 18-2000 calories, actually. Just to be safe. Not sure on the ratios. I know everyones' metabolism's different, but this is just my $.02. At my SOMA job, I'm okay with 2000, and gain weight (just a little) on 3000. When I'm really active, though, I'm okay with 3000... never gone beyond that.
focus on fiber, water, and nutritional supplements to make sure that when cutting back on your diet you're not sacrificing nutrition.
Atkins' is really not that bad, but I don't entirely agree with the protein to carb ratio. don't forego them completely, esp. if you're working out. Lean proteins like tofu, beans, turkey (and ground turkey) etc are good for you. :D
Oh, and complex carbs. Basically, eat like a diabetic is "supposed" to. Everyone should, anyway.... theoretically. :rolleyes:

Pax

01-08-2007, 10:42 AM

Apropos of nothing...today is our anniversary, 17 years together and I couldn't be happier or feel more blessed (I can't believe she's put up with me for this long ;) ).

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 10:56 AM

Congrats, Queen! :D
Best wishes to you both!!! :D

margo49

01-08-2007, 11:11 AM

Ditto from me
I especially liked the bit in brackets - wonder why?!

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 11:16 AM

Congratulations Queen!

Trek420

01-08-2007, 11:31 AM

Congratulations Queen (and your honey)!!

So..whatcha doing to celebrate the big day?

Trek420

01-08-2007, 11:33 AM

Oh, and complex carbs. Basically, eat like a diabetic is "supposed" to. Everyone should, anyway.... theoretically. :rolleyes:

'cept most of the diebetics I know eat very very badly :(

Pax

01-08-2007, 11:35 AM

Congratulations Queen (and your honey)!!

So..whatcha doing to celebrate the big day?

Well, we sorta over did it last weekend (oh my achin' head) so we're having a quiet evening at home and chowing down on some homemade ceviche I whipped up...do we know how to party of what! :p

Xrayted

01-08-2007, 11:35 AM

Hey, did someone forget to pay the rent? How did we end up over here? :eek: :p

BMo3 - And just where were you when I was buying a bike yesterday? Yeah, that's right, talking to AG on my phone! That was an interesting conversation with the S.O. last night. Non-bikers just don't get it I tell ya. However, the bike is staying. Period. (Pounce is soooo sweet, Jen. We went out back in the woods this morning for a short, rainy ride. **tingly shivers** :D)

Hey Dar, I think your goal to lose weight before your next b-day is great. I agree with the ladies here on the advice given so far. I can see it if you only do the jump start of 1200 for one week but I definitely wouldn't keep that up longer. Personally, I would do about 1600 for myself for that period, but I know how my body burns. Yours may be much different.
Now, did I read that you signed me up for your race? I still need to see if I can get any days off besides my weekends (which I already have off).

Queen - Congratulations!! That is wonderful. So at 17 years, that puts you, um let's see, about 3/4 through the honeymoon stage by my calendar. Good for you!! :cool: :D

Deb - I just love your backyard. That hammock is so cool too. I really need to get one again and lay out under the stars. Not as much fun alone though. Jammy party at Deb's place. BYOH(ammock)

Ok, back to work. (I see sick people... and I'm one of 'em. ;))

Have a great day ladies and be safe.

Bikingmomof3

01-08-2007, 11:41 AM

Hey, did someone forget to pay the rent? How did we end up over here? :eek: :p

I thought it was your month to pay.:rolleyes:

BMo3 - And just where were you when I was buying a bike yesterday? Yeah, that's right, talking to AG on my phone!

Tell the good people the whole story for goodness sake.:p You said, "talk to AG", hand her the phone and while she and I are merrily talking you skulk off and buy the bike without even consulting me. :rolleyes: I am glad you bought Pounce though.

(Pounce is soooo sweet, Jen. We went out back in the woods this morning for a short, rainy ride. **tingly shivers** :D) Time to visit me again. I need to try a mtb out and Pounce looks perfect to me. :cool:

(I see sick people... and I'm one of 'em. ;))

Snort!

Xrayted

01-08-2007, 12:02 PM

Tell the good people the whole story for goodness sake.:p You said, "talk to AG", hand her the phone and while she and I are merrily talking you skulk off and buy the bike without even consulting me. :rolleyes: I am glad you bought Pounce though.

Time to visit me again. I need to try a mtb out and Pounce looks perfect to me. :cool:

No, no, no. When I called, I ended up talking to your DH because someone wouldn't cut her workout short by 8 minutes to keep me from buying a bike. Right then was when I was deciding whether or not to buy. I needed you and you were somewhere over there lifting your leg (or whatever). Then when I was paying for her, I handed the phone off so you two could talk face to face, so to speak. Pardon me for trying to bring people together in this world. :p (Yeah, I'm so glad she adopted me too. Sooooooo, when can we schedule another play date? ;)) So, I'm checking out some SPD's to put on, I've got a spare pump and bottle cage already. My shoes are compatible already. Now, I need to find someone to ride. (with) :o :rolleyes:

Oh, btw BMo3, thanks for telling me how to get rid of my attachments. Much appreciated. I didn't know I could do that. All of the incriminating ones are now gone. There are somethings that do not need to be seen by the whole world for posterity. :eek: And now that we've been "outed".... hehe.

snapdragen

01-08-2007, 12:08 PM

Shhhh. Talk quietly and act nonchalant. Maybe no one will notice us.;)

mimitabby

01-08-2007, 12:34 PM

Dar - a lot of the ladies use FitDay (fitday.com....I think)

mimi and bmo3 - You cannot catch a cold through the internet! It's not my fault! I woke up this morning with no voice....

Snap, I dont' think i got YOUR bug, mine is in the sinuses. It must have been BMO3

I hope you get your voice back soon though. I slept a lot this morning which really helped.

Queen, happy anniversary!

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 12:35 PM

X- "Outed"? You? Really? Noooo. Not you and your new bike! Most sincere congratulations; I hope your ride was every bit as much fun as it should've been. :D Hope you had fun. :D Non-bikers just don't get it...

Bikerotica is only for us special people, what with the sexy curves and angles of Pounce's strong, light frame, the sheen and silken smoothness of her paint, the way her levers feel under your fingertips, and her grips in your hands... I can only imagine what' it's like to have that first ride on a virgin bike... to feel every little nuance, the slight differences in handling, posture, the soft dip of the shocks as weight is transferred back and forth... Crisp shifting and the way you can stand on the pedals and rock the bike to hold balance... Nothin' like a new machine between yer knees. :D
*shivers*
I love bikerotica. :D

Slow day today, and I'm glad. Always lots to do... :rolleyes:

KnottedYet

01-08-2007, 12:37 PM

Congrats, Queen!!!!

(hmmm, hey hon, Wednesday is our 2 month anniversary... how far is that from 17 years?)

mimitabby

01-08-2007, 12:43 PM

bikerotica. For me, it's lusting after bikes I can't have. I like my Bianchi a lot, but fickle soul that I am, I don't lust after it like i did before I got it. That's just like a man! I don't understand. maybe after a longer relationship, filled with give and take love will build. It's a strange deal,. My feelings increased when I discovered someone else with a bike just like it. FICKLE FICKLE FICKLE. It's my favorite bike, but how awful is it to realize that with a piece of plastic (credit card) my veloce would be speedily religated to the back of the garage. Even worse, several people have suggested that i pull the components off of it and put them onto a new bike. THAT almost makes me ill! What would I do with an old Veloce bicycle frame? Kind of like having your pet cat stuffed after YOU killed it. I am so confused, I need help.

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 12:48 PM

Congrats, Queen!!!!

(hmmm, hey hon, Wednesday is our 2 month anniversary... how far is that from 17 years?)

The journey of a thousand years begins with a single step...
that said, phone and internet contact, then visiting periodically, eventually you may just die of exhaustion on one such visit.:eek: :eek: :eek:

...because driving and flights are rough. And travel. That's rough too. Death by Jet Lag.:rolleyes: or something. That's what I mean. Really. ;)

KnottedYet

01-08-2007, 12:48 PM

Mimi - did you look into that Terry?

Bike Theology:
The bike's soul is in the frame, the components are like clothes or earrings or something. You can change them out or take them off, the bike is still "there" in the frame.

Sell or give the frame to someone, and you've given them the "bike." All you have at that point are components.

Now, which tube contains the bike's soul? If you have to replace a tube... say cuz you ran your bike on the roof-rack into your carport... have you changed the bike's soul?

Deep things to ponder while you are dosed up on Day-Quil, eh?

mimitabby

01-08-2007, 12:52 PM

Mimi - did you look into that Terry?

no. Not sexy enough.

Bike Theology:
The bike's soul is in the frame, the components are like clothes or earrings or something. You can change them out or take them off, the bike is still "there" in the frame.

Sell or give the frame to someone, and you've given them the "bike." All you have at that point are components.

Now, which tube contains the bike's soul? If you have to replace a tube... say cuz you ran your bike on the roof-rack into your carport... have you changed the bike's soul?

Deep things to ponder while you are dosed up on Day-Quil, eh?

Yes, these are definitely deep things to ponder! But you have to admit,
taking the components off a bike renders it, uh.. unusable? I hate to use the words I really want to say.

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 12:56 PM

I think the bike/soul theology is the same as the human body/soul theology. The soul is beyond the physical bike itself or the sum of its parts. That said, you need a tube replaced or any of the components etc, that'd be similar to some kind of surgery or injury- in the end, still the same person, fundamentally; their soul is unaltered through the process. If something irreparable happens to the bike and it's no longer useable at all, it has 'died' physically, but its soul is free to escape and become part of some new bike getting soldered together at Specialized just this very moment.

Somewhere there must be a pagan biker version of Hoof and Horn that goes 'Wheel and Crank'... :rolleyes: ;)

BleeckerSt_Girl

01-08-2007, 01:01 PM

I felt bad this morning because I had to kill a little mouse. :(

We keep mousetraps set in the basement, because otherwise mice move in from outdoors and start breeding amongst all our belongings and boxes. Our cats don't go down in the basement (too much oil, dirt and toxin dangers), otherwise there would be NO mouse problem at all. Our cats keep the main part of the house totally mouse-free.
I don't use mouse/rat poison because 1)the cats might eat a dying poisoned mouse if they ever got hold of one, and 2) it's a way slower way more painful death than a mousetrap. I hate the idea of little mice crawling around in agony while they die from poison.

In the fall and winter, I find at least one mouse a week dead in my traps- their necks instantly broken. Very, very efficient.
This morning I was sad to find a mouse that somehow had survived this- had the bar down on his neck but was still very much alive. :( I felt really bad. I knew I had to kill him quickly to end his suffering. Just couldn't bring myself to smash him with something. So I had to drown him. :( :( :( I filled abucket with warm water, dropped him in trap and all, and weight him down with a flowerpot. I felt so BAD! Came back late to fish him out and toss him in the woods.
Mousetraps work GREAT and 99.999% of the time they work in the blink of an eye.
I feel pretty bad about it.

mimitabby

01-08-2007, 01:07 PM

I felt bad this morning because I had to kill a little mouse. :( So I had to drown him. :( :( :( I filled abucket with warm water, dropped him in trap and all, and weight him down with a flowerpot. I felt so BAD! Came back late to fish him out and toss him in the woods.
Mousetraps work GREAT and 99.999% of the time they work in the blink of an eye.
I feel pretty bad about it.

Oh, LIsa, I'm sorry. I would hate to kill a little mouse. I have had to kill two rats in the last few years. I felt bad about the first, but not the second.
I caught a mouse at my office a few years ago, took it in to show my boss (holding it by its tail) and then I let it go OUTSIDE.

AllezGirl

01-08-2007, 05:58 PM

Where are we...I'm lost! I looked in TD and...<poof> where'd he go...whered'd who go....

Deb: What CC said...can't wait to meet ya! Look me up next time you're in WC!

Dar: When I was first working with a trainer/nutritionist I was on a similar diet. It's not quantity, it's quality.... PM if you need pointers. FWIW, I'm back on the same with the same trainer and I've lost 3 lbs. this week.

Congrats Queen!

X: Pounce...I LIKE it! Can't wait to see her again (this weekend?) Now I just need to think of a name for Roy's Stumpjumper that will soon be mine....bwaaahaaha (he'll never know what hit him...I'm a pro at the Jedi mind trick. "You need a carbon frame MTB...give your MTB to AG" "Yes...I need a carbon frame MTB...I'll give my MTB to AG" you get the idea.)

Mimi: You need some serious bike therapy! ;)

KnottedYet

01-08-2007, 06:24 PM

I feel so... naked and exposed with TD moved to OT.... ewwwww.

Trek420

01-08-2007, 06:30 PM

Congrats, Queen!!!!

(hmmm, hey hon, Wednesday is our 2 month anniversary... how far is that from 17 years?)

uh, that would be 16 years, 10 months and 2 days to be exact :p ;) :cool:

So Queen, what's the 17 year anniversary? I forget the traditional one. But I think TE TD is the compact double anniversary :D

Lisa I would hate to kill a mouse, I'd probably put him in a portable mouse house and mail him to Nancy....or let him outside.

Oh, I don't know about this OT (non cycling) location, feels so...so...logical and like every one will find us here and not just the 142,215 people who've viewed this thread. I feel so....exposed.

Can't we hide again? Somewhere few go to, regional perhaps, put us in Asia.

Kitsune06

01-08-2007, 06:34 PM

crazycanuck

01-08-2007, 06:37 PM

Nooooooooo...eeeeeeee....:eek:

Please please move us back to a quieter space! I'm dazed and confused-which doesn't take much for a crazycanuck

pweeease?

Can anyone think of a logical reason to go to North America at christmas time rather than spring? I've thrown the idea to Ian but he's wondering where i'm taking him that's so secret & you can only do in Canada (so I lie..it might just end up being the F1 in Montreal) in the summer. I'll keep him guessing..It will only work if i delete the internet history when i go searching for indy/f1 tickets..;)

c

snapdragen

01-08-2007, 06:39 PM

Be strong girls, change is good for the soul.

My ears itch. On the inside. Arrgh!

Trek420

01-08-2007, 06:42 PM

I, too, would like to bemoan our move to OT. At least where we were before, there was a sense of privacy. A knowledge that if you found it, and felt like you could keep up, then you deserved the relative privacy and familial bonding of TD...I thought, also, that we'd voted on a move earlier and decided against it? Why???

I'm going to hold my breath 'till I turn blue :( OK my sweatshirt's blue, how's that?

We could move Alaska, only 4 threads there, they need us.

And less of a commute for CWR.