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yeah, both of us.Quote:
Originally Posted by mimitabby
so X, do you have a curious George jersey? we just watched the movie last week. It was cute.
Oh. My. Gawd.
Shoot me now. DG and I were out partying last night. Partying as in "listen to the neighbor and his band play music and enjoy gross amts of free alcohol". DG gets plastered and becomes the honorary life of the party, even though everyone's about had it. We eventually get home and spend about four hours camped out infront of the throne (I was ok, but DG wasn't, and sweety that I am, I stayed with her to make her feel better and clean up the aftermath...) ick. DG had to go to work at 7 this morning, though, so I hope she's surviving. I feel like h*ll, and need to get some sleep but can't. ugh. I think I flashed a few guys at the party. I'm sure I'll find out for sure this afternoon. :eek: my shirt and DG's djimbe are still there. Funny, the more I drank, the better I drummed.
Mmkay. 'night TD
uh, do you mean the better you THOUGHT you were drumming?Quote:
Originally Posted by Kitsune06
Probably, but because the party had been going for awhile before I got there, (go me and my "incredibly realistic" security guard uniform...):rolleyes: the band was well on their way out, too, so... no one sounded good anymore, I'm sure. :p
mimi - My Curious George books from childhood have been passed down to the kids in my family. I still love the stories and lessons to be learned in them. No CG jersey as yet. I'm such a kid at heart tho that I'd have no problem wearing one. I saw one I liked online so it's on the x-mas list. I've practically melted the CC since getting the bike so no new purchases for me for a few months. I love Disney stuff too and I've got a few jerseys with that theme on the list too. (my other nickname is Mickey but don't tell anyone. ;))
Kitsune - I don't even know what to say. I guess I hope you get your shirt back. Glad you both lived through it. (although it probably doesn't feel that way) Air drum if ya gotta but stay away from drum sticks when partying. You can take an eye out. (or put the stick through a drum head skin. Don't ask how I know this.)
Useful tricks for SI joint grumpiness:
These are to be done VERY VERY GENTLY!!! Like rocking a sleeping baby! GENTLY. BARELY. ALMOST IMPERCEPTIBLY.
I mean it!
These tricks are to calm down the spasming muscles. They take a while. As the muscles in your pelvis/low back calm down the locked-down bones can shift around again. Movement can be easier, but you should still be taking it carefully (no bending down for stuff on the floor, squat instead) because all those critters are still gonna be sensitive. Those sensitive muscles will still be tender and sore for a few hours, too.
When my patients have had an "episode" of SI related pain, I tell them to do these tricks at least twice a day (morning and night) for a couple weeks. Helps to break the spasm/pain/spasm cycle. You can also do them any time your back feels grumpy.
Trick #1 Pelvic Shotgun
(called "shotgun" because it hits many targets <muscles>)
*Lie on your back on the bed or the floor, with your knees bent and feet on the floor/bed.
*Completely relax your back. Just lie there for about a minute.
*Put a pillow between your knees.
*Gently, barely, imperceptibly squeeze the pillow for 10 seconds.
*Let off the sqeeze for 10 seconds.
*Do this for 2 or 3 minutes.
Trick #2 Foot Push MET (muscle energy technique)
*Lie on your back, knees bent and feet on the bed/floor.
*Completely relax your back. Just lie there for about a minute.
*Straighten one leg and let it rest on the floor. Keep the other bent.
*Gently barely "push" through the bent leg, like you were going to slide your foot down the bed. (but don't move the foot. don't push hard enough it actually moves) Hold the imaginary push for 10 seconds.
*Let off the push for 10 seconds.
*Repeat 3 times in a row on the left.
*Repeat 3 times in a row on the right.
*Do this for 2 or 3 minutes
Use these as needed. I like the shotgun, it works well for me. But I have to do it for a good 5 minutes. Sometimes the shotgun doesn't fix me, and I use the foot push afterwards.
These should feel as boring as h*ll. They ARE boring! You are boring your muscles into a state of calmness.
I am sitting home like a slug today. Actually, I got up at 5AM and mapped out the IM FL bike course, and wrote the distances on the map, so I can figure out when BF will be where, unlike last year where I'd be at some intersection, with everyone going "What mile is this???" I need to buy sidewalk chalk to write on the road with. Allez, allez!
And I "inquired" about that snake I really really want. Haven't heard back yet.
I am resisting going to the garden store, since every penny has to go toward A. IM FL and B. Snake.
Next step with Baddy Addy I guess is tuna water-scented mouse. Mmm.
Oh, and I updated my Nano. It's the 4GB. I have 90% Podcasts and 10% music. I think I've filled it once since I got it, last spring, and even though I listen to Podcasts every day, I have never run out. Lots of new stuff to listen to on the way to Panama City Beach! The weather is good- highs in the mid 70Fs and lows around 50F. Sunny.
Maybe this would be a good day to take Maizey outside and practice scale photography.
x i want to come and relax in your back yard, specially the hot tub! actually considered getting one of those portable hot tubs up here. still thinking about it. not sure where i'd put it.
kit was it that extra drink you had for me or did you drink more after that? hopefully it was more after that so i don't get blamed for this.
I think so, Chick,... I got there and was handed a jello shot, then upended a bottle of Ouzo into a party cup with ice until I had roughly a shot in there, and poured pepsi- did that twice, and I think I was handed another jello shot. I don't really go nuts, I'm just relatively "cheap"... but that second jello shot was for you, I shhwear. ;) I'm feeling a lot better now... time for breakfast. Wish I could go good 'n greasy but too lazy to hit fast food. :D
HI TD!
We were in Carmel all weekend. Part work, part long overdue romantic getaway. So that was fun. Catching up on some work now. And some TD. You guys weren't too prolific in my absence for once!
But now I hab a code.... :( snif! waterey eyes. sneezy. bummer....
Hey Salsa - great use of gems!!
Wow. Jello shots. It's been a long time.
Knot - your stew sounds fantastic. I also believe Garlic is a vegetable. Please share your recipe!
Circus Animal Cookies are crack disguised as sugary pink and white goodness. :o
...the only problem is crushing them up fine enough with the frosting, and every once in awhile you sneeze and sprinkles come out. :rolleyes:
And isn't that embarrassing, little candy pastilles hanging out your nose.....
I have too many Peeps in the house - left from my club's ride yesterday. It's kinda scary, they have "Good Until" dates into 2008. :eek:
Who wants Peeps? Punkin' and Ghost shapes :D :cool:
I do I do! :D :D
I'm up in Sonoma with Duck on Wheels. Just back from a walk with her and DDog. Now back out to the garden with Mom. See you later TE TD.
I love Peeps!!
Have you ever seen the Peeps surgery site?
http://www.peepresearch.org/surgery.html
Hey Snap- check out these for peep fun.... Peep Research and Peep Jousting!
Do not read either while drinking anything. :D
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Originally Posted by Nanci
OMG!! That is too funny!
"Only after ceasing compressions did we realize that Peeps have no hearts, making our heroic efforts unnecessary."
Kit - I've seen the Peep research site, but the jousting was new to me. :D
"I like to think he's swelling his manly throat sack to attract female Peeps."- of the "Ultimate Peep"
I'm cold.
It's cold here.
Basement apartments are cold.
Did I mention I'm feeling cold?
Hi, my name is Jennifer and I am a Peep Addict. :o They are so delicious, especially if you put them in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. YUM! Peeps...drool......Quote:
Originally Posted by snapdragen
Ooh, that sounds good. I was thinking of floating one in some hot chocolate.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bikingmomof3
OMG, the Peep surgery was too freaking funny!
Oh yes, I strongly encourage Peeps floating in Hot Chocolate.Quote:
Originally Posted by snapdragen
Still drooling in Ohio.....
I'll never forget when we went camping and my sister roasted Peeps over the campifre...
we love peeps too, but we prefer them stale. We buy them day old after holidays and stock up. then we open the packages early so they can harden a little. My husband used to go to men's retreats 2x a year and they have a campfire and... he would bring peeps for roasting over the campfire.
I wish i had some peeps. And the day after Halloween i won't even BE in this country!!!
Oh, gosh, here we go. I've been to the Just Born Peeps factory in Bethlehem. (PA, not the other one) They are soooooo good straight off the line. They do a neat little tour. You're literally frothing at the mouth by the end.
Roasting over a fire is my favorite. Haven't tried the hot chocolate one. Yet. :D
The GF's and I stayed overnight in Bethlehem in August for a Mel E. concert at the Musikfest so the next day we had to go. Hit the Martin Guitar factory too. Ah, between the Peeps and the guitars, I was weak in the knees the rest of the day. For me, that's the kind of trip where I leave the CC's at home or I seriously end up buying stuff I just shouldn't.
Mmmmmmm Peeps! I feel like I gotta go brush my teeth now.
Yes mimi, "aged" Peeps are the best; although I think I'd prefer to float a fresh Peep in hot chocolate. :cool:
Hey, did ya know it's..........................................
Nanci's birthday ?!!
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Originally Posted by Xrayted
NO WAY!
Happy Birthday, Nanci!
:D :D :D Wishing you snakes and herps of every imaginable variety. :D :D :D
I've got 12.5 more hours to go of my 36 hours at the hospital this weekend. Pray for quietness amongst the preggers.
All this discussion of Peeps is cracking me up. I've always distained Peeps, but will give them another chance now. :p
KN, do you have any of ex-PITA's belongings? You could set them on fire for warmth. Best use I can imagine. (((KN)))
Hey, girl!! Happy Birthday to you AND premature welcome-home wishes to Inez, too!
See what you started! I was sitting here reading every post I could, trying not to think about the Peeps. I'm in my jammies but I was seriously thinking of getting dressed and heading to the store to buy some so I could put them in hot chocolate. I compromised and settled for the cocoa alone. (with tiny marshmallows of course) I'm so wired right now, I can't even close my eyelids. I know better than this. It's right before bed time. What was I thinking? I tend to have strong reactions to things. (Nyquil totally winds me up.)
Ah, heck. I think I'll go back to reading posts since I'm obviously not going to be able to sleep for a while. I really kinda miss blinking though. (sigh)
Do us all a favor and don't try under the counter drugs or Red Bull. I wish I could get wired that way without my heart doing that weird irrhythmia thing the way it does when it gets caffiene.Quote:
Originally Posted by Xrayted
Lise- Thinking good thoughts for you. Thinking about burning PITA's things, too. I can feel the warmth already. Oh, wait, it's the office space heater. :o
I hope DG is feeling better. I haven't heard from her since she left for work...
Yeah, I occassionally get the racing heart too. Oh, you meant from caffeine? Yeah, then too. ;) Another reason I don't drink coffee. Never been in a Starbucks in my life!Quote:
Originally Posted by Kitsune06
Maybe you should call her and make sure she's ok. I'd be worried sick if I were in your shoes. Course, I wouldn't have drank like that either. (I'd have passed out long before that.) How are you feeling tonight? Get any sleep today? Ever figure out where your shirt ended up?
How is it that reading your post, it sounds like it's said quickly and with hardly any pause for breath? Breathe in, breathe out. slow. Don't hyperventilate. :D Yah, I meant from caffiene. Caffiene gives kind of an icky feeling when used as a stimulant etc.
I tried calling DG, but she hasn't answered. I'm assuming she came home and went to sleep immediately, in which case she'd be p*ssed if I woke her up, however concerned I was. She always tells me she's stronger and more self-reliant than I act like she is and I needn't worry so much but... *shrug* I worry anyway.
She's probably fine, and with two whole hours left in my shift, I don't want to start worrying too much... :(
I'm feeling ok now. I slept for a couple hours, got up, drank some water, had some Hammer gel, visited the neighbors for money won during a bet, my shirt and the djimbe. Took said money and bought greasy burgers for lunch to make myself feel better...
Peep..peep..
I've never had peeps...:(
Jen's never had tim tams, i've never had peeps...:(
Peep Peep
ps-happy birthday nanci.
Much warmer now.
Toasty warm.
Feel the nice heat.
Did I mention I'm warm now?
(gotta love wooly long underwear!)
Happy Birthday, Nanci!!!!
Um... Good luck with that, Knot. :)
Nanci- Happy birthday! Wishing you the best of luck with herps and slitherins
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ARGH Xrayted- now I'm all worried about DG and she's still not answering the phone... she must just be asleep. I'm gonna freak out so bad if I drive home and she's not there... :eek:
Watch out for moths. I used to love my Stil-longs, wooly underwear from the 70s, and my ProTogs wool T-shirts from the same era. But time and moths have a way with wool. The stuff still works, just have a little bit of ventilation.Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
Ug. It's 12:45 am and I'm trying to stay away a little longer working on a proposal. Wish I could turn in the short version: "Dear NASA. I need funding. You know I do good work. So why not." But there's that darn peer review process.