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[Crankin]

Me, too.
Sometimes I feel like the whole world is against us aging this way.

[Catrin]

Me, too.
Sometimes I feel like the whole world is against us aging this way.

I've said this to a few people recently, about my vision of me as an 80 year old. Outside of my trainer the other two looked at me like they think I am nuts. That is ok We have to get active and stay that way to carry it into our later years, and it is encouraging to me that there have been women who started much later than I. Age will come as long as life continues and it is up to us to decide how to face it. Granted, not all of that is for us to control, but we do have to decide how to face it. Accidents and/or genetics sometimes have their role to play but even then - our fitness level has some impact on how well we weather such things - or not. In the end however, it isn't about adding years to our lives, but "life to our years" (lifted from a motivational saying on Facebook). THAT is how I feel about my riding and other fitness activities. At some point it became fun and a part of me.

Ok, that is enough philosophy for the evening, time to read for a bit before bed.

[indysteel]

Sigh. I hate bathing suits. I appreciate that I can now try them on in the privacy of my own home (thanks, Athleta), but they rank up there with jeans in inducing self loathing. Why did I suggest Hawaii as our next big vacation. And, yes, I realize that I should not complain.....

[Dogmama]

I'm beyond excited. Going to a three day dog training seminar in San Fran next weekend. Learning things like chaining behaviors, introducing a puppy to a reactive dog household and strategic reinforcement delivery.

I've been teaching obedience at a local facility & the majority of my dogs are from shelters. They come in with all kinds of issues and sad stories. After six weeks, their tails are wagging, their eyes are bright and they have a new found confidence. I take no credit - it's the owners who work with them. But it's still incredibly rewarding (pun intended.)

BTW, I don't teach the jerk & puke method. We use food, toys and lots of praise. It takes longer but it's SO worth it.

[emily_in_nc]

Great job, Dogmama! I remember when you were looking for a job, and I am so happy that it's worked out so well for you.

Enjoy the seminar!

[indysteel]

Great job, Dogmama! I remember when you were looking for a job, and I am so happy that it's worked out so well for you.

Enjoy the seminar!

+1 Dogmama. That's really cool!

[lph]

Way to go, Dogmama :-)

I just got called in for an interview for a job in the XC Skiing Association. It involves equal amounts of bureacratic nonsense and practical work, so I'm trying to figure out what on EARTH to wear... I think maybe a new pair of jeans and my dh's smart black wool jacket might be appropriate.