Body for Life Forum Message by Northern Belle (101 posts) at 08:24 AM
I have had a dull pain in both shoulders for many years. Partly it is due to the way I sleep, and I find during the day, I have to concentrate on not hunching my shoulders in front of the computer.
I took the shoulder exercises away from the upper body work, and put them with the lower body. This seems to help a bit. If I skip any exercise, it will be the shoulder work. Shoulders do not need higher weights at all.
Body for Life Forum Message by wwiddler (6 posts) at 11:55 AM
wow, I feel like a phony now, I should have said I'm a weekend snowboarder. I am the one jealous! 17 days already, good job!
Body for Life Forum Message by junojen (41 posts) at 12:01 PM
Like snowboardingfairy, I love bikram but don't do it that often as the classes are so expensive down here. I suppose I could do it for free in the summertime in my backyard! LOL! I like to do gentle, hatha yoga 2x/wk after my HIIT session because my muscles are warmed up from the cardio. I use the hatha as a way to stretch and relax.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 12:05 PM
I think I'll just sit in the sauna
joking.....I have considered adding yoga (or pilates) to challenge 2
using all the knowledge you guys can muster up......which would you suggest?
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (333 posts) at 12:15 PM
I do power yoga 3x a week. I am kind of doing a modified exercise plan so I can't tell you that it made a big difference in my progress... but what I can tell you is that yoga is supposed to build longer, lighter muscles than weight work (I am doing both), and that because (imo) it works the muscles differently than the weight work, it is a great way to go if you aren't doing the traditional bfl. I've been doing it 4 months... 3 w/out weights, just added some back in a few weeks ago, and feel like between the two I am seeing really nice changes.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 12:23 PM
Agent69- I highly recomend both. I do Pilates as well as yoga, and both bring different things to the table. I know that here we have yoga centers (like Corepower Yoga-which is where I go)that cost like $80.00 a month and you can take as many classes as you want, or you can just pay for each class you do. It ranges from $5.00-$15.00 depending on what class. Maybe take a few classes of each, and see what feels good to you. WARNING-both are highly addictive :)
Body for Life Forum Message by wwiddler (6 posts) at 05:17 PM
thank you guys for your imput, I was looking for somewhere to start with this.
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (299 posts) at 04:42 AM
I really thought I wasnt going to be able to deal with this for a couple of days. I was so, so sure there wasnt going to be any problems and I was confident I would be talking to her again very soon. I dont have a plan for what I want to write Im just letting my thoughts flow. I like you love Julie and I never really told her that. We all know we should tell the ones close to us how we feel about them before we cant but sometimes that gets pushed to the back of our minds. I know she knows but I should of told her. The last time we actually spoke on the phone was when my son was born in March. She was so happy for us. We had each others numbers and I should of called more. Ive known Julie for over two years. I remember when she ws so weak when she started her BFL journey she used rolled coins as dumbells, and she had to eat some of her meals through a feeding tube. I could always count on hearing from her every day, even on days when it was more or a struggle than others. She would even email me during a workout..which at that point I would jokingly tell her to get back to work and contact me when she's done. We were tremondous (spelling) friends even though we never met. I truly wish I could of gone to the last Tennessee BFL meeting in October, but God must of had a reason why I didnt go. I was looking thru some emails that I had saved thougout my jounrey that has inspired me..most of them were from Julie. This is one she sent me and told me to include in my challenge packet..I would like to share it with you:
Note your slip as well and how I KNOW you are going to overcome it here in the end. Be sure to mention how you have helped others, how you post encouragement to the Guestbook (for years!), how you changed your job, how you pre-empted diabetes, you got married...you have totally changed your life. I would never have carried through with BFL and eventually become a champion if not for you. In fact, many people include additional information in their packet. Here's something you may want to print and send with your packet...way before I was a champ.
Julie Whitt, Guestbook Post, 6/1/04 C3W9D58 I've received many e-mails from all of you that say I've inspired you and that makes me so happy. I'd like to talk about someone who inspires me...Gary Jacobs. The first day I logged on the Guestbook in September 2003, Gary wrote me to see if I needed any help or advice on my first challenge. He consistently checked on me every single day of that challenge. I doubt there was anyone on the planet any more proud of me than Gary was when I finished. A special memory of mine is Christmas Eve when Gary and I e-mailed back and forth, the equivalent of a chat, while I was doing my UBWO before all the holiday festivities began. I started challenge two in January and as usual, Gary was there with a daily dose of encouragement. When I was seriously injured and hospitalized in March, there was an e-mail from Gary that said, "I'll be praying for you." That was when I knew I had made a friend just as special as my friends here at home, even though we've never met. I was in despair after my injury, but Gary told me that he knew I would overcome this. And I did. Now here I am in the last weeks of challenge three, and guess who's still checking on me? You know, I couldn't quit BFL if I wanted to, because I know Gary would kick my @$$! And I would never let him down. Gary has trained for two marathons in the time I've known him and now he's going to enter a body-building competition. I've got tears in my eyes right now just thinking about all he's been through to get to this moment. He works, he goes to college, he's becoming a certified trainer, he's a husband and he wants to be a father. He is my mentor and I want to send kudos his way for the wonderful friend he is to me and so many others. God bless you, Gary. That's the kind of friendships that are made through BFL. Friends-for-LIFE.
I love you Julie. I will miss you.
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (299 posts) at 07:30 AM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 08:06 AM
Gary,
It was very kind of you to share that very private message from Julie.
She was truly "one of a kind". Although we know now that she is in a wonderful place where there is no pain and no sickness, she will be sadly missed by one and all.
We are all better people just for having known OF HER.
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (299 posts) at 08:10 AM
I fully agree. There is no more suffering. I know she is happy and in Heaven with God.
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (203 posts) at 08:11 AM
I was trying to stay away from the tracker this morning because I knew I would cry before I left the house. This one did it. This a beautifule post, thanks for sharing it with us. You should take great comfort in knowing that you inspired one who inspired many. You never know what kindness can do...
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (299 posts) at 08:13 AM
I thought I was going to stay away to..actually for a couple of days..but when I started it all came out and I had a good cry too. I needed to say that.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1208 posts) at 08:17 AM
Thank you Gary for sharing this with all of us!! Julie will always live on in our hearts, and she will always be a rich source of inspiration and motivation to all of us!!! We Love You Julie!!!!!
Big Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:22 PM
Thanks so much for sharing this.
xoxo
Body for Life Forum Message by Lar (25 posts) at 09:17 PM
Hi everyone. I have noticed a fair amount of talk about the
amount of water people drink. Here is a interesting news article. www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/news/archive/2002/05/23/financial1003EDT0064.DTL&type=health If you type"Consequences of drinking too much water" in Yahoo a number of informative sites come up.
When you drink too much water you can get Hyponatremia which basically means not enough salt in the body. This can lead to many dire consequences including swelling of the brain which can lead to death. I have not been able to find out how much you would actually have to drink to get this. My wife has actually had clients who have drank to much water and had to go to the hospital. She is a mental health worker. I am also a nursing student and have been a massage therapist for eleven years. I know that Hyponaetremia is definitely not good.
Anyways I just thought I would pass this information onto everyone.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:21 PM
You can.... but you'd have to really, really work at it. I read about this a few years ago. You'd have to drink about 4 gallons of water in a day to really tax your kidneys. The only people who are really at risk of drinking too much water are marathon runners who chug a bunch of water right after they finish a race.
I'm safe. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (171 posts) at 10:40 AM
I did what blemt said. I drank 16oz...popped my thermo and drank another 8oz. Voila! No tummy pain! Thanks for the tip!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 02:28 AM
I'll look into Optimum. But really whats so bad about that one or others like it? Cuck since you don't mind the research LOL, I believe you just wouldn't mind knowing why.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 09:01 AM
Flower, this might be more than you ever wanted to know about protein but here are some opinions on them. Basically ON 100% whey is considered the best because of taste, mixability, and price. I dont think there is really anything wrong with Designers. I have never tried it so I cant comment on mixability or taste. I think some people might have issues with all the additives in it however.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=478788&highlight=whey
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=564042&highlight=designer
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=473689&highlight=designer
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=314837&highlight=designer
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=248279&highlight=designer
Body for Life Forum Message by J Parker (58 posts) at 09:07 AM
I am interested also. I have been thinking about adding a protein powder to my diet as I cant seem to eat enough meat to get the 40/40/20 thing going.
Can anyone else comment on the best mid-priced protein powder to use?
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 09:17 AM
I use Optimum 100% Whey and have been very happy with it. Their protein bars are good too.
I get mine from a supplement dealer on ebay for $23.99 plus shipping.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 09:23 AM
GetinShape...are you talking about the 5lb tubs for that price?
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (114 posts) at 09:23 AM
I also use Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey. I can get the 2 lbs tub for $19 including shipping from bodybuilding.com
I like it because it mixes well in water with a spoon or shaker.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 09:34 AM
Chuck, you know a lot about a lot :) can you please tell me where you buy yours and cost?? Also do you know much about Lean Protein shakes? I'm almost done with my botle, and am debating if I want to switch.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 09:37 AM
Yes Chuck, the 77 servings size.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 09:39 AM
LoL. Well, reading message boards and articles on the net for 6 hours a day for about 5 months will teach you a lot....wow I need help.
Ive never heard of Lean Protein shakes. Is it a brand name?
I buy my stuff on either www.allstarthealth.com or www.bodybuilding.com The prices range from $12-$14 per 2lb tub. Shipping is a flat rate of $5 on allstarhealth and $6 on bodybuilding.com
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 09:49 AM
Here is the link to the dealer on ebay.
http://stores.ebay.com/advantagesupplements
Shipping for the first item is $8.99 and $2.99 for any additional items.
They also have a website at: http://advantagesupplements.com/ but some of their prices are a couple of dollars more than at auction but they offer free shipping on orders over $200.
I have no affiliation with these folks I just know they are honest and I always receive my products.
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (201 posts) at 09:55 AM
I just ordered some Optimum Nutrition 100% whey before I ever saw this thread. I did a little homework on it and it seemed to be a good choice! I've tried designer and some generic brands. I wasn't impressed with either. I live in canada and this is where I got mine.
http://www.sndcanada.com/gc/gc_page.exe?F=I&K=&R=&SN=10231837
4720520688250179&FF=D&FK=EA-C300&Z9=0
*~Jen~*
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 12:03 PM
Good info guys (esp. Chuck) - thanks. Will definately try a switch.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:12 PM
I want to chime in on recommending the Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey -- I love it. But make sure you get the black label, NOT THE NATURAL. Ick.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 11:32 PM
The "black lable" what does that mean? I need chocolate!!!!! Tell me its chocolate and its going to be okay! Not some funky thing like Johnny Walker Black Label Scotch!!!!!! he, he - I detest scotch and "black label" sounds like a "red flag"!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:38 PM
December 12th, Sagit. But I don't follow the Zodiak so I am not sure what that means?
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (163 posts) at 04:07 PM
July 14th...crabby Cancer. I love this post so lets bump it back to the top!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:21 PM
I'm a crabby cancer too! The 20th of July--the day before yours, Jennifer A!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:38 PM
(oh and, um, you can check out my blog for further info)
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 07:03 PM
This thread has gotten WAY more responses than I thought it would! I actually started it when things were a bit down and Flower was crying out for some fun threads! I'm tickled that so many people have replied, but now this list has grown so large that I can't keep up with it! And I can only get on tracker during the late evenings now due to the darn techies and reports on internet usage at my company!
So...I'm asking everyone to pitch in here, and find check on this thread every once in a while for birthdays. If we all pitch in, maybe no one will go unnoticed, eh?
Now I have to go, for it looks like I missed two birthdays this month, and I'd like to get the ball rolling on using this thread as a tool!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (486 posts) at 07:21 PM
April 27-Taurus
Flower and Crone** Yall have the same Bday as my son :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (185 posts) at 08:19 PM
March 8 - BIG FISH - hey wasn't that a movie or something?
I fit it to a T, although I am not so sure about the creative part!
My boyfriend is Capricorn - December 27th, and he's definitely hard working and loyal.
We're a good fit although not many books say so...when I have my head in the clouds, he has his feet planted! I lift him up and he grounds me (no, not the time-out kind - well sometimes)! Tee hee.
Really fun post.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 08:20 PM
Hey Kath..the books are wrong about that one! I'm a Capricorn and my hubby is a Pisces. We balance each other out very well!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:07 PM
May 18th, Taurus. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Darrell (231 posts) at 05:56 AM
Diesel you forgot THUNDER! (I'm across the river from you)
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:35 PM
I live in Pennsylvania and alot of my friends from MD call it pennsyltuckie (not to bust on kentucky). Everyone here hunts fishes and drives a truck and Highschool football is Huge. These are stereotypes but true:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (307 posts) at 02:56 PM
How does a Canadian spell "Canada"?
C eh N eh D eh.
- jennifer, eh
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 04:36 PM
Jennifer,
that is too funny!
I'm sure my grandmother spelled it exactly like that, even after 60 years in the states.
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 04:43 PM
Darrell said:
Diesel you forgot THUNDER! (I'm across the river from you)
How could I forget! Thunder over Louisville is awesome.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (445 posts) at 10:34 PM
I am definitly learning something here.
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (997 posts) at 10:43 PM
Alright, I live in Modesto, California...We are infamous for...
DEATH...
In the last 2 years, 3 MAJOR news stories have centered around my little town...
1...the Yosemite murders, 3 women were missing (found murdered) and the search center was here...
2...Chandra Levy, missing and murdered Washington intern, from Modesto, and our congressman Gary Condit thought to be involved...
3...Laci and Connor Peterson, murdered by Scott Peterson.
Stereotypes??? We really are just a small town with small town values...it just seems we are the murder capital of the world...sigh...
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2764 posts) at 08:28 PM
Udenia, My prayers are with you for little sweet Cameron, He's a little doll! Just love him, and he'll do just fine!
Love ya,
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (463 posts) at 10:47 PM
Yes-you and your baby are in my prayers; Fingers crossed too Udenia.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (463 posts) at 10:52 PM
OMG Udenia- our boys arent they just ADORABLE!!
I remember years ago when my now 14 year old boy was about 7; I was driving to work, late as usual, sneeking a cigarette too to make things even worse (back when I smoked)- I get about a mile down the road and I hear laughter coming from behind the passengers seat!! That little s---t hid on the floor behind the seat and scared the living c--p out me!! Oh so cute- I can laugh about it now!!! I wasnt laughing then let me tell you, (i think I almost ran into a ditch!)
Gotta love em!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 08:38 AM
Well if you're a fugitive and on the run, Colorado is definitely the place to go!!!! Man I love Colorado! Thanks for the tip :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 08:47 AM
I don't ski
I'll just sit in the hot tub
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 08:58 AM
slacker
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 09:33 AM
I DO NOT SLACK
relaxation is very important
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 09:42 AM
Well you're on my team for this next challenge so you had better relax when you sleep and that's it!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 09:44 AM
you got it chickie.....Jan 1st will be my last day of total relaxation for 12 weeks
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 09:48 AM
That's what I love to hear! We're doin' it not just for the team or for ourselves but for JULIE!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 09:48 AM
Me too! Glad I'm on your team too....
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:13 AM
Agent tells me you're a pretty cool lady Reagiesmom! Glad to be a team mate of yours! We are going to kick some major booty!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 10:29 AM
Sweet! I'm "cool"....
Cool people kick booty!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:34 AM
We just have a cool team, I couldn't be happier!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 10:36 AM
I agree, this is just what I need to start the year off! Can't wait!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:39 AM
Are either of you 69 or Reag going to the expo?
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 10:44 AM
wish I could, just not possible...sorry
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 08:41 AM
Oh, I am heartbroken...
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 08:54 AM
I just went to Julies website and am joining the dedication of my next Challenge beginning Jan. 2nd to Julie...my thoughts and prayers are with Julie and her family.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (19 posts) at 01:43 PM
Watching Julie's success from a far over the last 2 years, I am so shocked to hear this news. She was such an inspiration on many different levels.
It's just so sad.
Wishing peace to all.
Body for Life Forum Message by Chachi (219 posts) at 02:04 PM
Yes, Julie Gave the best of her service. batterd and scarred from the work she has done. Now she picked up her cross and ran swiftly to meet Him. He will embrace her with his glory and look the love she gave, and He will understand.... and say WELL DONE!!! The battle has been fought and her victory is won! Now she is In heaven free from pain and sorrow. We will miss you dearly Julie!! although I never got the chance to meet you, your love for everyone will keep your spirit alive in our hearts!
Love always!
Chachi
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:28 PM
My thoughts go out to her family. I am sure she is in a better place now.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 08:45 AM
I'm printing this out and posting it the break room here at work :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 08:52 AM
I've held management positions for the last 8 years
this is pretty right on the money
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 09:11 AM
Chuck that rocks! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (333 posts) at 09:16 AM
That is toooo good!
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (19 posts) at 04:19 PM
Golden!
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (293 posts) at 04:22 PM
Love it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 04:22 PM
Great post Chuck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:37 PM
thanks chuck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (386 posts) at 09:39 AM
Kerry - I second your idea to start right away!
I was thinking about Julie too, there are SOOO MUCH more important things in life to be concerned about, ya know??
Micky :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (333 posts) at 10:04 AM
sounds good to me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (161 posts) at 10:09 AM
That sounds good. We all are a family and I feel close to all of you. Even though we are miles away from each other.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 10:13 AM
there are always problems or issues
even in the best of families "where everything appears to be perfect"
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 10:58 AM
Count me in!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:33 PM
God bless everyone! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:34 PM
do we need to call you "tiny panther" from now on ?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:36 PM
if it makes your happy, but I am not very tiny
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:39 PM
ya know, if you OPEN THE DOOR I will surely walk thru it.....and proceed to DRAG Mellie in (kickin and screamin), then before you know it snowboardingfairy is there with the camera
so the story goes........in a land far, far way......
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:41 PM
Kickin' and screamin' huh! Fine....
=) I'm too laid back easy goin' fun lovin' to be kickin' and screamin
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:44 PM
I was being S_A_R_C_A_S_T_I_C
hello.........
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:46 PM
Hello little retard I K_N_O_W that
Duuhhhhh! Girl, I don't even know what to do with you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:47 PM
Don't be offended by the use of retard, I use that on a daily basis with even my best of friends...
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:49 PM
here we go again, taking over the thread
oh well, others can join in if they would like,
AND, don't call me a RETARD
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:32 PM
retard
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:32 PM
=P
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:43 PM
now, I'm ignoring you
not with the button......
I'm doing it the way God intended
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:45 PM
Ok, you're gonna get me fired! You have got to be the funniest person I have ever met!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 08:35 AM
Is it just me? I havent taken measurments or pic's in weeks in fear of what I wont see. I feel I've been busting my butt, and really trying to eat clean. And although I feel pretty darn good, pictures don't lie, and I'm worried I'll feel my hard work has reaped little results. I'm scared that if I don't look better in my picture that I will be disouraged and quite. At the same time, if there is a noticeable difference maybe it will inspire me to push harder. I just need to bite the bullet and take the measurements and picture. Sometimes the truth hurts...
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 08:56 AM
You know in your heart that you are doing what needs to be done to make a change...there WILL be results! Take the measurements, take the photos! You will be inspired, motivated and encouraged! I truly believe that!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 09:02 AM
Thanks Mellie, you are looking fab in your pics :) I just need to DO IT!! I need to stop talking and thinking about it and just take some action :)
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (118 posts) at 09:10 AM
For me the trick was not taking my pictures too soon. I waited till 6 weeks and then did my final pics. That way the changes were less subtle and more noticeable :) I'm sure if you've been working the program you're going to be very pleased with the results!!! Keep up the good work :) ~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 09:26 AM
It's not just you. I haven't taken picture for awhile either.
I hate looking at pictures of myself and don't think I'll ever be comfortable doing it.
I think I look heavier in them than when I look in a mirror. I just keep trying to convince myself that it is true, “The camera adds 10lbs.” LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 09:28 AM
LOL the camera adds at LEAST 10 lbs :)
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (324 posts) at 09:30 AM
I took my pictures every 6 weeks until my last challenge (C4). I am now just taking them at the end of my challenges because I'm so far into the program.
I have to tell you though, that I was MISERABLE every time I looked at my pics. I saw in the mirror so much more progress than my pics seemed to show. My husband (thank God for him!) urged me to keep at it... he'd point out things in my pics that he saw changing (I couldn't see it, but he did) and I kept plugging along. I am SOOOO grateful that I took those pictures (and weekly measurements) now... it shows how far I've come and that makes me proud.
The changes come from the inside out... a lot is going on in your insides that the mirror and camera can't see, but changes are happening. Even if you're pictures are not what you are hoping for... keep plugging along... your body is adapting to the demands you are placing on it.
You are young, and beautiful. Your body will respond. It already has! Look at your body fat % going down!! You will be simply amazed at your results... it may not all happen in C1, but it will happen. And later, you will be proud of your pictures and the transformation you've had! Don't be afraid of the tape measurer or the camera... they are your friends!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 09:43 AM
Don' worry you will see the changes soon. I have done this program many times and it usually takes me 6 weeks to see changes. I am following it very strictly and to a T this time and I am seeing them even faster. It will come you just have to stay the course!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 11:02 AM
Thanks guys, I'm in week 10 and haven't taken pic's since week 4. Your all very encouraging, and I will post a pic by next week. Having said that please feel free to give me a swift kick in the bootie if there not there by next Tues. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (293 posts) at 11:22 AM
You will see results. Sometimes it takes just more time. It seems to be a snowball effect sometimes. :) One day you wake up and wonder where the extra fat all went!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:46 AM
Wrapping Paper
The story goes that some time ago a mother punished her 5 year old daughter for wasting a roll of expensive gold wrapping paper.
Money was tight and she became even more upset when the child used the gold paper to decorate a box to put under the Christmas tree.
Nevertheless, the little girl brought the gift box to her mother the next morning and said, "This is for you, Momma."
The mother was embarrassed by her earlier over reaction, but her anger flared again when she opened the box and found it was empty.
She spoke to her daughter in a harsh manner. "Don't you know, young lady, when you give someone a present there's supposed to be something
inside the package?"
She had tears in her eyes and said, "Oh, Momma, it's not empty! I blew kisses into it until it was full."
The mother was crushed. She fell on her knees and put her arms around her little girl, and she begged her forgiveness for her thoughtless
anger.
An accident took the life of the child only a short time later, and it is told that the mother kept that gold box by her bed for all the years of her life. Whenever she was discouraged or faced difficult problems she would open the box and take out an imaginary kiss and
remember the love of the child who had put it there.
In a very real sense, each of us, as human beings, have been given a Golden box filled with unconditional love and kisses from our children, family, friends and GOD. There is no more precious possession
anyone could hold.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 10:59 AM
I'm all chocked up. One of the things I always regret in life is when I overreact to something that was initiated by a kindful act, and mistook it for otherwise.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 11:02 AM
ok, you made me cry, made me think of Onica and how precious she is. thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (276 posts) at 11:09 AM
Same here...I think of my girls and how precious they are to us. Thank you.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 11:22 AM
I know I cried when I read it this morning too....it makes me just want to go get my girls from daycare right now and hug them and kiss them and make sure they understand every moment of every day how much I love them and thankful I am that God gave them to me...I am in just such an emotional state right now that I have been in tears all day. Let's live today like its our last and do the right things, make the right choices, share our love, have no regrets tomorrow for something we should have done today...
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 11:32 AM
This story illustrates how the simple gift with thought can actually be the best.
It reminded me of when my kids were in preschool (now in middle and high school grades) they had a project for Christmas to wrap an empty box with a card that reads:
“This is a special gift
That you can never see.
The reason it’s so special is
It’s just for you and me.
Whenever you are lonely
Or maybe feeling blue.
You only have to hold this
And know I think of you.
You never can unwrap it
Just leave the ribbon tied.
And hold the box close to your heart
It’s filled with love inside.”
No, I didn’t memorize the poem. I've kept the boxes but had forgotten about them until I read Mellie’s post. I knew exactly where they were though. Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 11:43 AM
That was awesome too....I love my kids....
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 12:09 PM
My daughter gave me a toilet paper roll wrapped in tissue paper & tied at each end with some grubby red yarn; this is the message on the outside of it.
This is a very special gif
That you can never see
The reason its so special is
It's just for you from me
Whenever you are lonely
Or even feeling blue
You only have to hold this gift
And know I think of you
You can never unwrap it
Please leave the ribbon tied
Just hold the box close to your heart
Its filled with my love inside
I've always kept it in the drawer beside my bed.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 12:17 PM
OMG!! How many mothers have these gifts in their night stand?
Flower, did you read my post a couple up?
LOL! There must be millions us.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (276 posts) at 12:18 PM
I get two of the same of everything and love it!! I have a huge box already, and they're only five years old :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 12:23 PM
No I didn't!!!!!!!!! Are you saying this little gem is not unique??????????
I'm crushed!!!!!!!!! I'm laughing, but honestly I'm crushed!!!!!! A million? Really????
I forgot to mention tho the Wrapping Paper story is very very good sad as it is.
You people could have let me think I was special - do you all have them in your nightstands?
My gosh......
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 12:28 PM
You are special....and you daughter proved that!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (32 posts) at 12:39 PM
OK, so it may be a preschool mass production factory they are running out there.
I don't care! I still feel special and so should you.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:30 PM
good story!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 12:09 PM
This thread was started on a different thread in a different forum so to avoid hijacking the other thread I moved it over here!
We have a female, white, domestic bunny named Bugs that some one dumped in our neighborhood. We also have a male domestic short haired cat that is named Cupid because he "found" us on Valentines Day a few years ago. Cupid loves to play with Bugs. We are down from our 3 dogs and 3 cats we have had the past few years, due to old age, unknown problems (broken heart?), cancer, and bobcats (2 of our indoor cats "escaped" one night and that was it).
However, we are building back up! Next summer when we fence our yard we'll get another dog, and myabe a goat or two. But, this past Saturday, we finally got our hairless cat after wanting one for 7 years or so. Our allergies are getting worse as we get older so besides thnking they are so ugly they are cute, we got a Sphynx because they are one of the cats with the least amount of dander, which is what people are allergic to. Plus, we wanted less animal hair flying around the house.
Our hairless cat is named Quails nest Cleopatra of Azkatz. Her color is a diluted tortie-white and she was born 11/8/02. Her father is Quails Nest Goldberg and her mother is Karma Gea of Quails Nest. How do I know this? A Sphynx is a registered cat breed recognized by the Cat Fancier's Association. I have had pedigreed dogs before but this is the first pedigreed cat I have owned. What a great personality! Loving, cuddly, and warm like a hot water bottle. She feels like suede or velvet. She sleeps under the covers next to you. The other day I looked over and she was sitting in front of the hot wood stove! We kept Cleo in our bedroom the first night so Cupid and her could smell and hear each other through the door. The next day we let them out together and just kept a close watch on their interactions. Other than a few hisses,and puffiness on Cupid's part (there is nothing to puff upon Cleo!), they seemed to get along. We kept them separate agin when we went out but at night we let them out together again. They also spent all day and night together yesterday and seem to be getting along ok. I was really worried about this as Cupid is a fighter!!
So, what pets do you have?
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 12:17 PM
As you already know I too have a hairless cat. He is a "Blue" sphynx. He looks more like a blue-grey. His daddy is a supreme grand champion Indigo-which is a very rare color in the sphynx world. So we are hoping his good looks and great personality can throw some of that indigo into a litter. I secretly pray that no-one wants to buy any so I can keep them all (hehe). I also have a yellow lab mix and a Weimeraner (sp?). You can see me w/ my Bogie on my profile pic. Amkazen-will you breed or is she of pet quality?
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (109 posts) at 12:18 PM
Ok so I only have one pet, a black lab/viszla named Mia. She is black with white on her chest. She is almost 2 and still full of energy. She is GREAT with our 3 kids and wouldn't hurt a soul. She is also NOT a barker which is GREAT!! The puppy stage has been fun but I am definatly looking forward to her adult stage ;)
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (170 posts) at 12:23 PM
I have one dog, a Great Dane named Caesar. I have a pic of him as a puppy on my profile. He is an awesome dog! Took him to the vet today and he weighs 95lb and just turned 6mo:) Hes the best, we cant wait for him to grow in to those gigantic feet and ears!
Crystal
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (43 posts) at 12:28 PM
Well.. I have no pets.. However, my wife has many! She cannot have children so this is her way of having a family... We have 3 dogs Britney (Springer Spanial), Sparky (Pomeranian), and Lil' Dog (Chihuahua), and 3 parrots Micky (Macaw), Stormy (African Grey), and Mariah (Cockatoo)
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 12:29 PM
We live in a house owned by a mini-dacshund named Bernie. He is one year old, born on Halloween.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (486 posts) at 12:34 PM
My heart is my Min Pin Rocky Balboa. Ive mentioned him before and had his pic on my profile forever. He has been a complete blessing from God ever since we rescued him.
I also have Rodeo-aka-Psycho Girl. Shes a Aussie shep/Coyote mix.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (276 posts) at 12:35 PM
We have an 8-year-old, 65-pound red-bone coon hound/lab mix. She was our first "baby", and she acts like one even now. She has a bed next to our bed and doesn't like to stay outside too long in these *cold* GA winters!
Her whole world changed the day my twins came home from the hospital. They have stepped on her and run into her more times than we could ever count. She's a saint to put up with them. She still likes to lie near their chairs at the dinner table though, just in case:)
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 12:36 PM
Cleo is a "retired" queen. She is not pet quaility but we bought her "fixed" because we do not want to breed, plus we could then afford a Sphynx. She is out of Azkatz cattery in Glendale, AZ. www.azkatz.com
Body for Life Forum Message by DeanaRae (128 posts) at 12:52 PM
I have a 10 year old Male West Hightland Terrier named Otis...He is my baby and he is spoiled rotten. He comes to work with me every day. He has become the office dog.
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (348 posts) at 12:55 PM
We have 3 cats,Kiwi, Little boy and Sissy
1 mastiff, Daisy
1 boxer, Abby
1 bulldog, C.J.
1 camel, Hoss
5 llamas, Javier, Pearll, Sierra, Patches,Dottie
1 horse, Shoney
2 miniature donkeys, Ariel, Deanna
7 miniature zebu cows,Zach,Zena,Zazu Zola,Mini,Elvis,Suprise
2 Black swans, Emmitt, Rosa
4 Whooping swans,Will, Grace, Shakey, and Him.
1 Hyacinth macaw, Crunch!
1 Cardinal lory, Boy George
1 Rose breasted cockatoo, Wacko Willie
1 Cockatiel, Freebee
2 Greenwing macaws, Taz, Alex
2 Mini yellow collard macaws, Rocky,Little Bit
3 Blue and gold macaws, Caicois, Sammy, Junior.
1 200 gallon salt water fish tank
21 chickens
and a partridge in a pear tree.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (38 posts) at 12:55 PM
I have two dogs, both mixed breeds. One was rescued from someone's front porch. They put 9 puppies in a large cage with a "Free" sign on it. Out came Maggie, our beagle/spanie. Then just last Sept. we discovered a dog living under a truck here at our warehouse. The guys fed him for about a week till I finally saw him. He was starving, 19 lbs. and so scared but so sweet. Long story short, Rudy, has been with us since Sept. 2004. Just had him at the vet yesterday and he weighs a very lean 31 lbs. He's healthy and happy. But, he has major issues and I hope we can work them out. Just, don't come to my house cuz he won't let you in!!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (38 posts) at 12:57 PM
I forgot, he is a greyhound mixed with who knows what.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shoe (27 posts) at 01:06 PM
We have a 1 1/2 year old blue heeler/lab mix named Wyatt. He's a nut. We also have a mini dachshund named Pete (or Petey, or P.T. which my husband says stands for Prime Time!). We don't know how old Pete is, but we got him from the shelter a year ago--they estimate about 4 years old.
Both our dogs are shelter dogs and we couldn't be happier with them. Our house was so boring before we got the boys!
Megan
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 01:09 PM
I have to dogs, one named Loki that we rescued from the humane soc, she thinks she is a cat and very sweet. She is two yrs old and a staffy mix. My babies name is Sir Chopman Wiggle Butt (his pedigree named) we call him chopper or fatman. He is an english bulldog 1.3 yrs old, has 9 grand champions in his blodline, his grandfather was sir mailman wigglebutt (hence the name). He is very stubborn, loves the pittsburgh steeler (he has a bus jersey), likes to relax and watch tv but is also full of way too much energy for a bulldog. I also have a fish named blue which is colored red, he replaced my fish named red that was really blue.
Body for Life Forum Message by jansen (130 posts) at 01:13 PM
I have 5 cats, 3 domestic shorthairs, 1 oriental and 1 cornish rex. My girls have 2 rabbits, my husband 2 german shorthairs and we have 4 horses, 3 TBs off the track and an app I bought out of canada. My "pets" run my life!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (176 posts) at 01:14 PM
I don't own a pet. However, my cardio partner is Milly the Wonder dog, who thinks she owns me. Her photo is on my profile. The profile photo itself was taken when Milly crashed my picture taking session and jumped up on me just as the timer went off. And, on week 12, the side photo, she is shown pouting on the night I refused to take her running. What a brat! She lives on dog food and eggs and oats.
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (73 posts) at 01:49 PM
I have three "babies". Benson, a black lab, who is a lovely lunatic. And two cats - Joey and Chandler.
The most unusual pet I ever had was a pet lamb called "Bottletops" when I was young. He was so cute! But of course then grew into a big sheep, got too big for the backyard, and went off to the farm.
And yes, even though I am from New Zealand, a sheep is still an unusual pet there!! :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 01:52 PM
Black Lab named Max (he refuses to stay in the bakc yard.....we live in the city, so this makes things difficult)
and a black cat named Sugar (she is neither white nor sweet----I lovingly refer to her as the "bitch cat from hell")
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 01:53 PM
you guys should read the post about 1/2 way up the page
HENSE the name "Zooman"
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (19 posts) at 02:04 PM
2 Great Danes,Both from the great dane rescue... they are crazy boys! super fun!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:26 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 02:28 PM
I did!! I just do not how to respond or what to ask! And people thought it was a little nuts for having 3 dogs and 3 cats at one time in a small 600 sq. ft. (maybe) studio apartment without electricity (unless we started the generator and plugged the apartment in).
Zooman, tell us your story!! Start a thread or something about unusual aspects of your life! Ok, heck, I'll start it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jame (8 posts) at 02:28 PM
Agent - i also have a dog named Max who doesn't like to stay in the back yard! we live in a very crowded area of the cities, so it really stresses me out!! Max (or Maximus) is a 6 month old golden retriever.
Body for Life Forum Message by mgbuffgirl (65 posts) at 02:30 PM
One cat we rescued from the pound...he has a beautiful long coat and his fur is really soft. We named him Frodo 'cuz of his huge (though not blue) eyes.
Zooman...unreal!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:32 PM
maybe if I change his name to FIDO or something.......
we've received visits from animal control, we have a fenced backyard and the damn dog can jump the fence flatfooted.....ally-oop, up and over just like that.
poor baby, we have to keep him on a chain......I hate that.....but, I don't know what else to do.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (276 posts) at 02:33 PM
Hey zooman...love the picture with Hoss the camel. Now that's a pet! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 02:34 PM
Peetie-the-'keet
(a parokeet)
Body for Life Forum Message by Jame (8 posts) at 02:53 PM
hey, maybe that's the key! we still haven't figured out how ours is getting out... we're leaning towards the neighbor kids picking him up and over to play, but can't prove it yet!!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (717 posts) at 03:14 PM
I have two little angels!! They are in the form of cats...Kennedy Caroline (female blue tabby), and Elvis Don (male orange tabby, Kennedy's son)!
I love these furry little creatures! I always tell them the story of how Jesus gave them to me (in a baby voice of course)!
One day Jesus saw how sad mommy was so he looked all around heaven to find the two bestest angels. He looked all over heaven and finally found Elvis and Kennedy and said, "I want you to go to earth and live with Robin so she wont be sad." So he sent you to earth and here you are with mommy so I wont be sad!!!!
Of course you know they love to hear this story!!! ROFL!!!!! <---Said with much sarcasm!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:15 PM
gotta ask---GetNFit----how'd you come up with elvis don?
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (717 posts) at 03:20 PM
Ever since he was a little kitten when he would lie down on the floor he would drop just like a lion. I started thinking about a lion being the king of the jungle...so the only name I could come up with that was symbolic of "The King" (and I wasnt going to name him God or Jesus! LOL) was Elvis! It fit perfect!!! Don is my Dad's middle name.
Kennedy is very much a lady and pretty snobbish...hence The Kennedy's. And Carol is my mom's name.
So both cats are named after my parents. I had an chinchilla once, and named him Jeffery after my oldest brother. When I lived in LA I owned a ball python and his name was Nebuchednazar (after a biblical king).
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:22 PM
I love it......I'm sure that it suits him.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:22 PM
GetNFit, where have you been? As President of the I kissed Raygeo fan club you were missing the newest member last week! Me! I put the proof on my profile!
Body for Life Forum Message by FitnessGal4Life (5 posts) at 03:57 PM
I have 1 siamese cat named Norm. He's 10 years old and full of attitude. He meows a lot because of the siamese in him, and he's a content indoor kitty that gets into pretty much everything I own (cupboards (in and on top of them), closests, the garage, on my antique hutch, sits on my lap at the computer, drawers, shelves) and if you're a guest, he'd love to rummage through your suitcase and sleep with you on the bed. (My catsitter called him "Needy Norm" while I was on my honeymoon). He used to eat anything that hit the floor, but now he's a bit pickier in his refined age. He holds out for the good stuff like bits of chicken or cheese. But I love him to bits even though he leaves what I call "gifts from the cat" behind (hairballs, bits of plant, etc), tries to escape once and awhile, and I keep a lint-roller at work to de-shed (he's a short hair, but it still adds up on black dress pants). He's a loving kitty who loves to cuddle up and sleep on me while I'm watching a movie or a football game. To enforce "house rules" (ok, I'm a push-over) I bought a squirt gun to aim at him while he's checking out the dining room table...ok, enough about my unrulely furrball! Take care everyone!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 04:01 PM
fitneesgal4life, you made me LOL!!! What a great cat you have!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (163 posts) at 04:18 PM
1 cat that is beginning to eat me out of house and home. Soon to be a cat and dog when I move to the new place I'm sure.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (38 posts) at 01:02 PM
Anyone dealing with a family member who is taking vicodin for no good reason? I hate this. I hate this!!! Body For Life is the only way I can work the stress of dealing with it out and I haven't even been to the gym in 2 weeks. Can't he just stop???????????????? I know, the answer is no but come on! I'm so glad I never took drugs. Glad to be a nerd!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (188 posts) at 01:11 PM
3D, here is a website you might want to read about Vicodin Addiction. Hope this helps, if you need anything else let me know!!
http://www.vicodin-addiction.com/
http://www.addiction-help-line.com/vicodin_addiction.html
Norm
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 01:14 PM
there are clinics all over the place that help people with all kinds of addcitions. The hard part is getting the person to agree on going. Be strong and don't worry about them getting mad at you. You need to help them.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 01:23 PM
After having dealt with my stepson and his drug and alcohol addictions for almost 12 years, all I can say is no, he cannot just stop.
The very 1st thing he has to do is acknowledge the vicodin is a problem. Until that happens, going to a clinic will not work, unless they provide some kind of vicodin replacement, like methadone instead of heroin. Just stay true to yourself, do not encourage nor assist, and try not to lecture. Just gentle reminders and if the police ever need to be called, be strong and do it, and follow through.
The end result is worth it.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (814 posts) at 01:35 PM
I speak from some experience. One day you wake up and everyone who cared about you and worried about you........ well did not care or worry anymore. They just turned there heads and said bad things about you. I think it got a point where my own mother was just waiting for that phn call at a certain point and well, she knew she had done all she could for me. As you can tell I finally came to my senses! After a long battle with drugs and self medicating. And trust me I did it ALL!
Either they A) want help or B) Don't want the help Until they choose A) you really have no choice but to try to do your best to help and then let it go. As hard as it is yes you have to let them go down there own path until they make the decision. Always let them know you will be there for them 110% if they choose to stop. But other than that you have to cut them loose because it is to draining to be apart of if they don't want to help themselves.
Sorry probably not the thing you want to hear. But I was treated that way and it seemed to work. The more people pleaded with me the more I did it. The more I was shammed and shunned for it I realized hmmmmmm I am loosing all the important people in my life ...... well I wised up.
You have to be very strong. You even have to get pissed to do it. But it is worth it and don't expect it to happen over night. I wish you the best of luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 01:52 PM
How bad are we talking here? Do you know how many pills a day?
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 01:57 PM
TNT is right. Please dont take this the wrong way, but often times the people closest to addicts are the enabelers, even if they themselves dont use. Often we enable people by not letting them hit rock bottom. Giving them a place to stay, or lending them money ( even if it seems like it's for something else). Tough love is letting someone know that until they decide they want to get clean, you cannot be a part of their life. If they do decide to get clean, you have to be there for them, but those are the terms. They don't get to make the rules, and until they want a change, you cannot enable them in any way to remain in the lifestyle they are in. I wish you much luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:29 PM
I agree
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 02:11 PM
Per encouragement from several members I've decided to come back and cause more problems. I apologize to everybody that felt abandoned. Let the anarchy begin!
Oh and by the way, how can I get in on this mini challenge I hear off. I'll certainly need it after Christmas and new years.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:13 PM
Welcome back!!! Yee-haw! I knew you couldn't stay away! I asked if you could be added to my team...Crone is in charge..the head boss lady, the big kahoona....so we will see what she says!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:23 PM
don't say YEE-HAW.....it reminds me of cowboys (nevermind, I like cowboys)....say it again.
you can be added to OUR team...just ask
say please
say pretty please
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 02:24 PM
hey, glad to have you back, uh, what was your name again? some kind of legs or something???? :):):):)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:24 PM
Yee-Haw!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:29 PM
knew I could count on you!
Andrew.......good to see you.
it wasn't legs....it was some kind of model
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 02:32 PM
I'm all for amodellawyer joining our team! Welcome back! :)Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (940 posts) at 02:33 PM
Welcome back
BTW- folks should nener leave for the wrong reasons :)
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:33 PM
we all need to PM Crone---that's mu suggestion
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 02:34 PM
Sorry Reagiesmom but we are already booked up, but I will put him on Team #2 Young Guns will be your captain.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 02:36 PM
Sorry Mellie, the next available spot is Team #2
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:37 PM
Bummer, thats ok, now you just have to compete against us! Major RIVALRY!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (255 posts) at 02:41 PM
Welcome back! Looks like you've got some stiff competition in this mini-challenge! Have fun!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:59 PM
okay, Mr. amodellawyer.....IT'S ON
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:03 PM
I like the way he says he's back then goes off line never to be heard from again! Where you at boy?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:04 PM
He's scared...knows what he's up against! The Terminators!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:06 PM
yep, that's what their gonna start calling us
I like that better than some of the other names we've been called ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 03:06 PM
I actually do have to work sometimes, ladies. The competition is on now. You guys are going down (that could sound dirty - avert your eyes if necessary). So I need to get good and plump over Christmas so I can lose it all in January...
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:07 PM
LOL...awwww sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me!
=P
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:08 PM
LOL...awwww sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me!
=P
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:09 PM
How, exactly, does that happen? Double posting???? Freaky
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 03:09 PM
are you really a lawyer? Can't be if you actually have to do some work....
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:10 PM
Eat away! Hehehehe (she snickers in an evil manner!)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:13 PM
I wouldn't do that if I were you Mellie.....you know, men can eat & eat and plump up a little and when they start the program it just melts faster.
Andrew.....NOOOOOO he's not a lawyer.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 03:14 PM
Thanks for the support everyone! I appreciate the welcome. I've only got 8 weeks left until vacation so I can't binge this week, but it'll just motivate me throughout the 4 weeks. Watch out team 1!
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 03:18 PM
Agent 69 said:.
Andrew.....NOOOOOO he's not a lawyer.
Actually...I am.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:23 PM
I never thought you weren't.....why did you say that 69'er? Just curious
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:25 PM
on a thread a few weeks ago, he said he worked in a BANK, hello......why would I think he was a real, honest to goodness lawyer ?
I thought maybe, he was in school to be a lawyer.
SOOOOOORRY
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 03:26 PM
Not a problem. I don't practice and I don't really consider myself to be a lawyer, but I wouldn't want anybody to accuse me of being deceptive (you people know who you are).
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:28 PM
Dang girl you'd better get your facts straight from here on out...I mean just because his name is amodellawyer means he is a Model Lawyer...and since your name is Agent 69 we all naturally assume you........
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:29 PM
gotcha...you all thought I would say it didn't you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 03:33 PM
He's a model and a lawyer - amodellawyer. I'm just not sure if he models for J.C. Penny or poses nude for a seniors still life class. Enlighten us with in which area of law you specialize in.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:34 PM
Hmmmm...are you being mean?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:38 PM
Hope not, but damn girl you look great! Are you going to enter competitions?
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 03:38 PM
no
and no
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:39 PM
Flower isn't mean.
I'll bet he does model for the senior center's art class.....he's such a considerate person.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:43 PM
LOL....stop it...you make me laugh! I bet you are right, I think Flower should be in a muscle mag....I want to look like her! Seriously, goal wise, that is where I will be!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:48 PM
she's the woman......I never told her this (so shhhhhhhh).......I remember reading her profile and seeing her progress the week I started BFL....she was an inspiration to me.
I don't want to make her head swell ;)
Flower, girl you know I mean it.,...from all my PM's to you.....I wouldn't joke about something like that.
Everything you have gone thru, you are a great motivation to others.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 03:51 PM
Ok, very few people know this about me, but while in law school I was quite strapped for cash and i saw an ad in the local paper for models. It was free consultation so I thought what the hell. They liked me and offered to pay for a photo shoot. So again I thought what the hell. However, I felt so rediculous getting my pictures taken that I never actually went through with an actual job. So this was the time that I started up this email address. It was more appropriate at that time, but I kind of think it has a nice ring to it.
Flower - as far as specialization, for now it's estate planning.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:53 PM
amodellawyer.....does everything have to be about you ?
huh, huh, huh?
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 04:01 PM
Full disclosure, Agent. No more secrets from me. Well, not as many...
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 04:45 PM
Hey D, did you read the rules thread so you know what to do for the mini-challenge?
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 04:45 PM
Good answer, it rings true. Good for you!
And thanks for the compliments, I feel bashful - I don't want to talk about me unless its about my big mouth or attitude LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 02:38 PM
Ok, Zooman has a tremendous amount of pets, and not just your normal cats & dogs & birds & fish. So, I am curious to hear more about him and what I consider an unusual amount and type of pets. But, the polite thing is to tell a story about me.
What is most unusual about me? Most people would tell you my house. It is off-grid, meaning I do not have any connection to the local electric or gas utility provider. I do have a propane tank that supplies my radiant floor and domestic hot water boiler, plus my automatic (usually) back-up generator. We create our power using 1.92kw of solar photovoltaic panels. I also am increasing the size of my solar array to 3.92kw within the next few months. The power created by the PV panels is DC and is stored in 24 6-volt batteries wired in parallel-series in a 48 volt system. The power is then converted from DC to AC by two inverters. I also have a 400kw wind generator I need to get placed on a pole so I can start using it. As mellie can attest to, you would not know my house is powered by the sun unless you asked. Why did we do this? It was the only piece of property after a 4 - 5 year search my wife and I could agree on. When I brought up the fact of no utilities, I was told I was always a big talker and it was time to ante up. So, I did! There! An unusual aspect of my life. Next?? Zooman??
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:40 PM
Wow, I have never heard of that. Sounds pretty cool. Bills suck especially gas this yr. I have no really unusual aspects in my life, but if I think of any I will list them.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:41 PM
WOW------
can't top that
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (307 posts) at 02:42 PM
Hmmmm... I guess I'm not that unusual.... gotta think about this one...
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 02:47 PM
I can't think of anything after that.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:02 PM
Seriously, his house is amazing! It is huge, beautiful, incredible view..you are literally in the mountains! Totally awesome!
Whats unusual about me is that my attitude comes naturally, no special education or course! Yep I was born this way! Hard to believe but true!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 04:27 PM
I would say the most unusual thing about me, is people misconception. I speak 3languages and have a science degree. To look at me you would think that I am "white" but I was born in Venezuela, and my mother is from Peru. My father is German, and I am the first generation in my family to live in the U.S. I work in healthcare and I am an activist in the legalization of medical marijuana. That about wraps it up :)
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (348 posts) at 05:06 PM
First of all amkazen I'm in awe about you being off grid. I have been researching this but haven't had any luck in Texas on getting anyone to talk to us about getting off the grid. I guess it's not feasible yet, even though we see huge electric bills.
Anyway, when Susan(wife)and I got together we debated on human children or the winged and four legged children. The reasons we picked the other children are: easier to potty train, no college fees,unconditional love, no back talk(well the parrots do),when they misbehave you can pen them up and not get into trouble, when they misbehave you can give them away or sell them, if they really really misbehave you can eat them lol(not really).I hear llama and camel is rather tough.
We own 17 acres in Alvin, Tx and have 2 ponds for the swans. I have built 3 aviaries with discarded satellite dishes
for 2 pair of our macaws. We call this The Parrots Hilton.They are 10 foot across and 9 foot tall. They have plenty of toys and things to chew. They have given us several babies and we kept one, Junior.The camel has 3 acres and shares that with 3 zebu cows. He likes to play kickball and chase. the goofiest thing you could ever see is a camel running across a pasture. They run like no other animal and when those lips start flopping around, you can't do anything but roll in laughter. The mini donkeys share their 2 acres with 2 zebu cattle and the 4 whooping swans. The cows are very affectionate when they are hand raised. the donkey's are little pains in the asses always trying to swipe the cows food.The 5 llamas and horse share their 10 acres with the rest of the cows and 2 black swans. The male swan is meaner than Satan himself and this summer I accidently mowed half his foot off when he was chasing me on the mower. Hence the picture of him when we had him in the house recuping from that. Oh, the other thing, vets are cheaper than pediatricians,lol.The salt water tank is a reef tank and we aree having some luck in that we are selling back coral that is reproducing. It has several small fish, and yes we have a Nemo and Dory in it. The rest of the parrots live in the house and have their own bedroom. They all stay in custom cages, but get out every day and watch T.V.with us, do some computer time and Wacko Willie, my workout partner counts reps for me and imitates my breathing during heavy lifts. He can only count to three though.
Facts that I know... my llamas don't spit, my camel doesn't spit, and my cows will swim across the ponds.I heard cows were afraid of water lol.
Anyway, that's about it.I was suprised that when some of you guys saw my profile ya'll didn't comment on my trsnsformation lol, it's always about the kids isn't it lol!
I hope that about covers it and thank ya'll for the interest in our children.
As for me, I guess I better get back to building that better body.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 05:22 PM
As for the transformation, I have to admit I was really impressed. In fact, I actually thought you better get in shape with BFL to keep up with your kids!! BFl is not easy but as we can see with you, a fantastic change can occur when BFL is followed.
If interested, pm me about the solar. I am guessing you are talking about selling back power to Texas when you mention you were not successfuly in getting someone to talk to you about going off-grid. You can go off-grid yourself when ever you want, as long as the neighborhood covenants don't matter, which I doubt they would in your case. My house is 2-stories, 3,200 sq. ft., electric dryer, dishwasher, home theater room, blah, blah, blah. The system cost $30k 4 years ago and I am about to add another $12k to it. It is not cheap, and there is maintenance, and the batteries last anywhere from 4 - 7 years, and cost about $200 each. I have 24 of them and at 4.5 years old, I am hoping I can get them to last until the summer. In NM, it is just about a break-even proposition over 30 years, maybe a little longer. In CA, it would be more like 15 years or so, and less since CA has a tremendous rebate for solar. Oh, and if you are curious why we did it it is because the subdivision developer in the 1950's did not put in utilities, the local Indian pueblo started a bingo casino, made money, built a full blown casino and resort, made more money, hired lawyers, and prevents our subdivision and local utility companies from bringing in power, natural gas, phone service, and paved roads. Well, PM for more info.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (81 posts) at 05:23 PM
zooman, thats amazing. you left me speechless. lol
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 05:46 PM
My eyes are dillating like they're wowing or something.
amaken weirdo guy - I want to see some pictures - sounds truly fascinating. I just wish I understood the mumbo jumbo - can you give it to me like I'm in 3rd grade?
zooman - just so YOU know that I KNOW what you're talking about (okay just to some degree) I owned a small parrot at one time "Rudy" and actually am quite knowledgeable when it comes to parrots. The other "cuckoos" you have, well......all I've got to say is "Satan" is lucky it was only his foot, your camels, llamas, emus, ostriches and whatever else probably haven't had reason to spit, nor have your saltwater fish for that matter (bah, ha, ha - I kill me). Oh, and back to the parrots - they make just as much mess as any children!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 06:00 PM
Hmm, lets see. I have asthma but thats not too unusual I suppose.
I have 225 gallons of freshwater fish in my house. I love the hobby.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 06:01 PM
flower, you make me laugh....spitting saltwater fish!!
I'll decipher some the stuff later. It is confusing!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2764 posts) at 06:57 PM
I can't top that one, but, at my place, we call it the funny farm
we have horses, goats, chickens, ducks, had a cow that thought it was a dog, we raised her from new born from the petting zoo and she and the dog were best friends and when I would go in to feed her, the dog ,Blue Boy would run to me and so would patches, but patches would put her 2 front feet up on you and after 300 lbs she could kill someone, so we sold her as a milk cow.
my goat butted everything, including me, and when she butted me in the butt and knocked me down she was history.
The goose would attack and fly from the pond to the horse barn at me, I'd fight her with a top of a garbage can, but when she pecked my granddaughter right next to her eye, lucy the goosie was history too.
Kourtney the Kountry Kat is will be 15yrs old in April. when Kourtney was a kitten he would sit up on my shoulder while I walked around the house, he then learned that if people could go horse back riding so could he.
I was never able to catch that picture though, but it was unbelievable to see.
as far as my house, well I have 2 rooms that most people don't have,
a movie theater, with theater seats and a 50's diner game room.
It's filled with 50's stuff and coke and a B&W checked floor and pink and turquois walls, a pinball machine, soda fountain snack bar
and a concession stand with a theater style popcorn machine in the lobby of the thether.
The kids and grandkids love it!
So do I!
GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (255 posts) at 07:37 PM
Wow! Interesting thread!
My unusual status is not quite as cool as everyone else's.
I'm studying engineering and never completed high school. Actually, I never made it to high school! I had to move out and pay rent when I was in grade 9!
That's it. :-)
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:45 PM
I can't imagine who voted for me to be in the top 20, but my buddy just informed me that I made the list! I have to tell you that is SOOOOO motivating to me! This only tells me that it is clearly not a popularity contest (being that I am a trouble maker) and truly based on progress! Excuse me while I go eat my yogurt and cottage cheese with a great big smile on my face.
Thanks =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:47 PM
great for you, MISS POPULARITY
you go girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:48 PM
LOL...aren't you glad I'm on your team? I will total REPRESENT for Team #1....lets come up with a team name
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 02:48 PM
Good job, your pics are quite inspiring!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 02:49 PM
You think people will find out I went on 2,000 different computers this morning and voted for you? Way to GO, Miss BFL!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:50 PM
I won't tell if you don't!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:53 PM
Andrew you crack me up.......2000 computers just to vote for Mellie, HUH?
NOW, I'M PISSED
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 02:56 PM
LOL...girl don't be a hater!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 02:58 PM
oh, but you don't understand.....we have a "relationship"...sniff, sniff
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:05 PM
LOL damn girl you can always make me burst out laughing for all the other office staff to KNOW I'M NOT WORKING!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:05 PM
However, I believe he and I had a relationship FIRST
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:06 PM
He's probably lovin' this two hotties fighting over his "affections"...but I won!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:08 PM
you had a rela (sniff) tion (sniff) ship (sniff, sniff) with him first ?
OH, I'm HURT.....I may never recover
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 03:11 PM
in person counts a lot......coming to the expo? no, ok, maybe a web cam....
but, don't stop fighting..... :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:11 PM
Oh damn...you are so funny! Well, ok not a relationship like you had a relationship, so I guess in all reality you win!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:13 PM
Maybe I shouldn't have said anything I fell from 6 to 9 in 30 minutes! =(
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:14 PM
andrew.....you perv (I like that)
Mellie-----karma, baby ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:16 PM
Thanks for the karma 69, now I'm #4
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:18 PM
what are ya doing....sitting there watching the list ?
people would think you had never been on a list before.....remember just last week, there were alot of us on a list.
get over it girlie
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:19 PM
Any-whoooo....I really am humbled (not a word usually associated with me) that people vote for me...so I don't want to make light of it! If I can help encourage one person to tackle this life changing program, then that makes it all worth it....I found out today that the one and only co-worker who takes this seriously has decided to accept the challenge and will be starting Jan. 2nd as well! I am going to lend him my BFL book tomorrow, and I drew his name in the "Secret Santa" gift exchange last week and got him the EFL book...he was way excited! I am excited for him!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:20 PM
FYI, I never even look at that list, you brought it to my attention and now I feel like a kid with a new toy at Christmas, its exciting to me...so shoot me...you little party pooper!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:23 PM
joking, damn !!! chill
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:24 PM
Do you really take me seriously...ever? I hope not, you, of all people, should know better by now.
Party pooper! I just had to say it again....poop is such a fun word!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:25 PM
You southern women are so easy to get riled up! I love it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:31 PM
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That is your button and I am pushing it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:31 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:31 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:32 PM
I need to get work done...dang it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:45 PM
see what happens when you ignore her ya'll........... :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:47 PM
When I look at the threads, its pretty said cuz the top 4 were last replied to by me...am I talking too much?
LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:47 PM
I meant pretty SAD
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (451 posts) at 03:47 PM
Somebody stop the insanity!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:49 PM
Seriously! I want to go SHOPPING!!!!! I don't understand the whole philosophy of the work week, they have it backwards, it should be 5 days off/work 2! Right!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 03:50 PM
I'll bet you stil ask "are we there yet?" "are we there yet?"
when you go on vacation.......forever young!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (939 posts) at 03:52 PM
No kidding. I am taking Friday off this week, so of course the week is just DRAGGING by minute by minute. Uggg...
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (293 posts) at 03:54 PM
LOL.....Sounds like a good work week to me!
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (451 posts) at 03:54 PM
My weekend starts early, too, and believe me, I NEED a PEACEFUL, early weekend. I hope it starts early for everyone else here, too!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (386 posts) at 03:55 PM
Is it REALLY only Tuesday?? My husband has Thurs AND Friday off. BLAH! Maybe I'll cave and take Friday off too, after all, I'll probably be the only one in the building, lol!!
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 03:59 PM
I'm taking Friday off, because I don't get paid till then and I still have Christmas shopping to do! I may be off Monday too if I can swing it....I for one am in disbelief that it is only Tuesday! Not Cool!
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 04:16 PM
I hear ya Karla. The kids have only been out for yesterday and today and the incessant chattering is really annoying. I can hardly wait for their bedtime.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 04:19 PM
I think you should read my "here's what life is really all about" thread and then maybe you will find joy in their chattering, and be greatful for every moment you have with them!
=)
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 05:12 PM
Hmmm...the one where you said life was all about a$$es??
It must be 5pm somewhere, the chattering has stopped.
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 05:16 PM
It's like the lights went out all over town.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (163 posts) at 05:24 PM
Well Tom when you're full of hot air and wasting empty calories you burn out quick. Then again maybe it's time for the night crew to come in. How are things over there in Cali Tom?
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 05:28 PM
Hey, havlow.
I haven't done night shift work in a while but here goes!
Things in SoCal are great. (I still cringe when I here people say Cali - there is a town on the border with Mexico called Mexicali - big town actually. Cali always makes me think of that.)
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (163 posts) at 05:39 PM
I'll keep that in mind. SoCal good Cali bad. Yeah Karla this week is nuts I get into work at 12 pmish and don't leave until 1 am if I'm lucky. I'm ready for the Friday. One week off with the family in Kansas and then a few days to myself to celebrate the new year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (451 posts) at 05:44 PM
ah...5 o'clock at last (actually, 6:45 here). I'm home and can breathe again. (deep breath ensuing). What a difference a time can make!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 05:48 PM
Everyday I ask the receptionist is it time to go home yet? We look at the clock and it's only 9:05 as she says You just go here. I moan and say seems like I've been here for hours. Makes a long day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (765 posts) at 05:48 PM
havlow -- you're a Kansan? I'm a Nebraskan. Wait, am I publically announcing that? :-)
What's the saying? "Nebraska, atleast it's not a Dakota ..."
What I have to look forward to at the "end" of this week:
Thursday a.m. -- take and do miserable on a math class entrance exam. When was the last time YOU did algebra? Right after that, I get to have the first two of six fillings done with the dentist! Good times, good times.
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 05:53 PM
Havlow, not to worry - I'll have to get on the Cali bandwagon one of these days, probably kicking and screaming. That comes from being old.
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (451 posts) at 06:07 PM
K - good luck on your tests! They're making you do these right b4 Christmas? How mean!
Are you going to study? Just remember, X=Y+Z. (I don't remember any algebra either.)
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 04:40 PM
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20051220/ap_on_he_me/fit_unfit_kids
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 04:45 PM
Interesting article Chuck. It doesn't surprise me. It seems that in a lot of school districts the first cuts happen in the physical education department and then they wonder why our kids are fat. The phys ed program I had when I was a kid was a daily thing. Nowadays in elementary schools they kids are lucky if they get PE once a week. Throw in all the electronic babysitters and it makes sense.
Sad but true.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 05:23 PM
Ah, you beat me to it! I saw this also and was not surprised either. It is up to us parents to ensure our kids do not make this list!
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 04:42 PM
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2005/NEW01281.html
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 05:24 PM
How old is the original Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (Burl Ives)? I first remember watching it when I was about 4 - that means 36 years ago!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know I was this age because I remember the house we lived in and laying on the living room floor watching it.
This is my all time favourite. The toys sitting on the Land of Misfit Toys waiting for Santa still brings tears to my eyes.
Just hearing it on the kids TV right now gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. Tell me this is your favourite too!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (180 posts) at 05:25 PM
1964 was the first year
http://www.cbs.com/specials/rudolph/
It is my favorite also, followed by Frosty the Snowman
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 05:26 PM
Flower...that is my favourite too. Throw in a bowl of popcorn and the old Grinch movie and I am set for the night!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 05:26 PM
mmm...no, but I love A Christmas Story, it's one of those flicks that has me laughing everytime. I actually saw a place that sells that leg lamp. LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 05:27 PM
amkazen - thanks for the year
As you - Frost is #2 - when Frosty melts - I melt.
Thanks for that.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 05:33 PM
Snow - that movie was filmed in Cleveland. Some guy bought the house on Ebay and turned the house into A Christmas Story Museum. He brought in some of the actors and had a party at the house the day after thanksgiving.
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (451 posts) at 06:00 PM
I wondered where that was filmed, Crone. It's supposed to take place in Ft. Wayne, IN. My husband is from Ft. Wayne ("The City That Saved Itself" he always tells me), so we knew it wasn't really filmed there.
I own the following Christmas movies:
1. A Christmas Story
2. Miracle on 34th St
3. It's a Wonderful Life
4. White Christmas
5. Christams Vacation
6. The Nightmare Before Chrismas (this is sort of a X-mas/Halloween hybrid)
I love them all!
I also love The Island of Misfit Toys Tracey...I even know the words to the song they sing, if you want to hear. Such a sad plight for those toys, but a great ending!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (334 posts) at 06:01 PM
Yeah, I'm gonna have to go with "A Very Brady Christmas." I mean, c'mon - what a classic!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (765 posts) at 06:06 PM
Oh, my ... I can't really stomach Frosty the Snowman. We just got in for our daughter, and as we're sitting through the thing, my husband and I are asking each other: "Do you remember it being THIS bad?"
But I LOVE Rudolph.
And Charlie Brown Christmas -- depressing, I know.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 06:12 PM
A Christmas Story is my favourite too. Its A Wonderful Life used to be, but not anymore.
My brother-IL worked on that movie for the duration of it. According to him and my SIL "Ralphie" was not so endearing. The best they could describe him was a bit too "old for his years". Just thought I'd toss that in.
Here's another tid bit. After Alexis first saw that show (she was about say 3 or 4) my MIL caught her in the bathroom staring at herself in the bathroom mirror with a bar of soap in her mouth "just to see what Ralphie was doing". We do Randy eating all the time (the piggy stuff), we try to dress Chloe in winter garb like Randy and we don't discourage Chloe "hiding" like Randy either! LOL
Back to Rudolph!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 06:17 PM
Crone, that's a cool little tid-bit. I bet that party was a blast!!Ralphie will always be a child in my mind, I can't even picture him as an adult:)
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2764 posts) at 06:19 PM
ok, 1964, I was 10 yrs old, yep, sounds about right, I love that story, I have all the little guys (stuffed toys ) of the misfits and rudolph and the snow moster, I'll have to take a pic and post them, they are on top of my tv cabinet, I collect TV people and animals, I have the flintstones and rocky and bullwinkle the wizar of oz and superman and peterpan, I'm still a kid at heart!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 06:20 PM
Ralphie wasn't in town he had other obligations. But the others we in the tree lighting ceremony on Public Square on that Sat.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (890 posts) at 11:32 PM
My very very favorite Christmas show of ALL TIME is White Christmas and I hate it when They show it on TV, I get all exited and then they cut out half of the dance numbers. Dang I need that on DVD!!
Love Charlie Brown too!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 07:06 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 07:08 PM
Sorry guys, I'm slacking!
Happy Belated Birthday to:
Shoe - December 6th
Ocpanther65 - December 12th
I hope you both had a wonderful birthday! Sending you late warm wishes!
(If you read the birthday/Zodiac thread...I'm looking for help in keeping up with the monstrous list
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (163 posts) at 11:09 PM
Thanks catcher!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 07:10 PM
Happy Birthday you two!
ForestTech - December 20th!
Blemt- December 21st!
Hope you both have a wonderful birthday!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 08:49 PM
Happy Birthday!
Make it great!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:04 PM
Happy Birthday to you both!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (940 posts) at 09:12 PM
Happy Birthday Folks!!!
Don't do anything I wouldn't do, LOL
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1208 posts) at 09:56 PM
Happy Birthday to both of you!!!! I hope you have a very special day!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (5 posts) at 07:27 PM
anyone here go through anixety or deppression... if so what did u do and what were the symptoms... thnks guys
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (171 posts) at 07:32 PM
I have gone through both....
This site has LOTS of info.
http://www.mypeaceofmind.ca/flash.htm
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (255 posts) at 07:39 PM
Yup...excellent website.
I won't bore you with the details, but I've dealt with depression all my life.
It's a constant struggle.
PM me if you'd like more info.
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (463 posts) at 08:12 PM
It was just a coincidence that I registered this morning on www.donatelife.org before hearing of Julie's passing. My church made an announcement and I received a card in the mail with my new drivers license reminding me that we should go online and register as a doner because the little pink sticker can easily fall off your drivers license.
In california go to: www.donatelifecalifornia.org
So please go online type in your state and register, it only takes a second.
Here's to Julie!! We'll miss you sweetie!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (639 posts) at 08:13 PM
Thanks Linne! I always fill my liscense out, but never knew about the site. I'll do that!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Fit (352 posts) at 08:16 PM
I registered on 11/22/05 (I know that because I have a copy of my printed family notification form right here on my desk). I've always been a donor on my driver's license, but I wanted to ensure there were no misunderstandings if I should pass. Of course, my inspiration to get it taken care of properly was Julie.
Thanks for posting, Linne.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (392 posts) at 08:30 PM
Yes, just having it on your drivers license isn't enough. You must let your family know your wishes.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2764 posts) at 09:04 PM
I have thought about this for a few yrs now and now I have made my dissision. I will be an organ donor.
I will donate my eyes, heart, lungs, kidneys, and what ever else might be useful to give someone hope.
I have not reg yet, but have told all my family my wishes and they all agreed so I know my wishes will be carried out even if I should go before I expect it and reg for it.
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (733 posts) at 09:05 PM
I have always been listed on my license, but will go to this site and list myself too. That way, in the event of my death, there will be no question.
Thanks Linne!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 09:06 PM
Yes, please please please be an organ donor! You can save a life, or maybe even more than one!
I've been registered as an organ donor for years. My father received a kidney transplant that gave him 14 more years of life he wouldn't have had without it. My family knows my wishes because of my father, and we are all organ donors.
Please register!
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (997 posts) at 09:36 PM
Great idea!! Thanks for the post Linne...
Jess...I swear I am NOT following you around here today.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (939 posts) at 09:43 PM
Remember too, you can indicate in your Living Will if you have special requests of what they can do with your remains.
I am a full organ donor already. I have also documented in my Living Will that some of my remains will go to my Search & Rescue group for them to use as training aids. Strange I know, but a very worthy cause.
If you get your Living Will drawn up by a professional and have it properly signed by witnesses, your wishes will be carried out.
If you don't have a living will, check out legalzoom.com. I got one done for free there a couple months ago. They are charging for them now, but they are reasonably priced.
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (740 posts) at 10:06 PM
If you're eligible, you can also give blood now! Call your local blood bank and make an appointment. :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2058 posts) at 11:26 PM
Have always been registered as an organ donor and have always given blood. Weird thing though, I specified no eyes. To be left in my head; I just can't do it - take the rest readily just no eyes.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (386 posts) at 10:03 AM
yup, they are on the good fats list.
I LOVE to put a tbsp or two on salad. mmm! Or try a tbsp in your cottage cheese. Very yummy, and adds some texture. :)
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (188 posts) at 10:14 AM
Mickey I never though of putting them in my cottage cheese, I'll have to try that.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shoe (27 posts) at 11:50 AM
Linda, it's not at all uncommon for me to eat all my meals for the day from the EFL cookbook; I don't rely on the nutritional info from the EFL website, but calculate it on my own using the info for all ingredients. Doing so, I arange anywhere from 1400-1700 calories a day and love every single thing I eat!
Megan
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (324 posts) at 12:46 PM
You might want to know that EFL eating varies SLIGHTLY from the BFL authorized list. Such as... you can have an apple and 2 low-fat string cheeses for a mid-meal on EFL. On the BFL authorized list the low-fat cheese is a FAT, not a protein. You will have to determine how you feel about that sort of thing. The recipes in EFL are very tasty!! Can't live without the cheesecake!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (176 posts) at 01:17 PM
The EFL portions are too large if you're trying to lose fat/weight. They are midway between a maintenance portion for a guy and a lady. (See page 73.)On the EFL website the recipes are all now broken down with nutrtitional content and the calories by correct portion sizes. It's great food overall, even though an individual recipe or two might be light in one way or another or a bit too heavy. in the long run, it will even out. I don't use them for serious training, such as during a challenge, but I do otherwise.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 04:09 PM
I agree Mike. I just cut down my portion sizes a bit to make up for that.
I love the desserts and chicken enchiladas.
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (100 posts) at 04:29 PM
I love EFL because I used to eat terribly. While I wasn't terribly overweight, I'm sure eating two Del Taco burritos with french fries and a Coke every day at lunch wasn't the best choice I could make. Now I have a guide to teach me about healthier eating.
Tom
P.S. last night and planned over for lunch today was the Singapore Shrimp. OMIGOSH was that great!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 09:41 AM
What is ab boot camp? Can someone refer me to a website or something?
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 09:49 AM
Once or twice a week. Doing anymore is not really helpful. Abs are muscles just like all the others in your body and they need rest.
I hate to be the bringer of bad news but doing a hundred crunches will strengthen the abs, but won’t do anything to the fat that hides them. Only hard work, cardio, and a healthy diet will you get a flat stomach and defined abs.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:20 AM
I do my abs every Tuesday and Thursday after cardio...it is very intense and usually 15-20 minutes on abs alone....I am usually so sore that I can't work them again any sooner anyway, so it works out well for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 10:21 AM
http://www.musclemedia.com/training/bootcamp.asp
There you go hillary, tell D hi for me!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 11:38 AM
Thanks Mellie ;) will do!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 11:38 AM
Thanks Mellie ;) will do!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 11:38 AM
Ooops....got impatient with the post button...
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (315 posts) at 11:40 AM
Hillary.....hey, good to see ya !
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (293 posts) at 03:59 PM
I really do like Pilates for the abs. It really seems to help my back, too. It amounts to several stomach exercises over a 20 minute period of time, twice a week.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (11 posts) at 04:04 PM
I'm thinking about switching my ab workout to cardio days and thereby do it 3 times a week.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (114 posts) at 07:28 AM
I'd have to do some research but I think the puking is rooted in blood flow and oxygen (i.e lack of it). Like Jeremy said, it could be a number things. Your breathing may be strained since you're on your stomach so that may contribute to the problem. Nevertheless, I think it's a sign you are working your tail off.
I need to look into this one more.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (114 posts) at 07:37 AM
Okay. A quick search didn't yield anything very scientific. Just advice such as wait 2-3 hours to workout after a meal and don't drink too much water because the stomach may get too full, etc. So, maybe it's not physiologically over complicated.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 12:07 PM
According to a trainer I had, it's best to do your triceps and biceps last because they ARE used in many chest/back/shoulder exercises and you want to make sure they are strong enough to help you do all those correctly. Then when it's time to focus on them, yes they may more tired, but that's not necessarily a bad thing..it just means you've already worked them a little and you do the best you can. Personally, I go to failure, even if it means only doing 3 of 6 reps...then next time, I try to go for 4 of 6. This just makes more sense to me as far as trying to get stronger each workout.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (611 posts) at 04:52 PM
Here are a couple sites you can check out.
http://www.exrx.net/Lists/Directory.html
This next one is a no-weights website. Great for people who travel.
http://www.t-nation.com/portal_includes/articles/2002/237death2.html
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (109 posts) at 05:19 PM
I started doing lunges with placing my back foot on the couch and then dipping down till my knee almost touches the ground. Make sure though that your front knee does not go over your toes as this would be bad for your knee. These lunges are KILLER!!
Good luck!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (176 posts) at 05:28 PM
Sissy squats are real killers! They are misnamed, as there is nothing sissy about them. Here is a demo: http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/Quadriceps/WTSissySquat.html
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (18 posts) at 06:41 PM
I can't imagine not falling over while doing the sissy squat!
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (13 posts) at 06:30 AM
Hi everyone
I posted a while ago about my upper body workouts. I'm managing to get them a bit more intense, but I want more!
My gym only has dumbbells - at the moment I am lifitng 15 pound DBs for my six reps. I could do more, but the next heavier dumbell is 20 pounds - and I can't do that much more!!
Any ideas how to make the workout more intense without raising the weight?
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (124 posts) at 06:55 AM
Two ideas, one lower the rest/recovery time between sets.
Two, go online and get those magnetic weights in the 2.5 pound range. Stick em to the ends of your gyms dumbells and voila!
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (13 posts) at 07:17 AM
That's a fantastic idea - I haven't seen magnetic weights, I'll Google them right now! Thanks :)
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (155 posts) at 10:48 AM
do your reps s-l-o-w-l-e-y. You will really feel the burn :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 11:05 AM
Going slow on the eccentric portion (down) hurts like hell...and keep your elbows tucked into your sides, pretend they are glued there and arms at a slight angle out not directly in front of you...
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (625 posts) at 11:11 AM
How often do you try to increase your weights? Like, every 2 or three weeks or what?
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (772 posts) at 11:20 AM
I would increase the weight when you are no longer hitting your 10s with the weight you used previously.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 11:41 AM
I usually end up increasing at least a little each week, but I'm sure it's different for each person. For legs I might go up 2.5 pounds after a week (depending on whether or not I'm still hitting my 10's, as Chuck said) whereas for arms, especially triceps, I might only be able to increase by a pound in a week (I use 1 # and 2.5 # wristbands to increase the weight...helps tremendously as I can't go up a whole 5#s)
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (57 posts) at 12:23 PM
That's a great idea Hillary! I've always had problems going up in weights because of the 5lb difference. I'm going to invest in some of these! Thankyou for the idea!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (56 posts) at 12:41 PM
Actually, I just read on another post about PlateMates, which I had never heard of...they're these magnetic plates that you can stick on the ends of hex or round dumbbells to go up by 2.5. I'm thinking I might get these because I can only find anklebands in 2.5 around here so they slide up and down my arm (VERY annoying)...something to consider :)
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (57 posts) at 12:44 PM
Oh thanks! I'll check out the platemates too!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (57 posts) at 01:12 PM
Just bought the donut magnets (which can be put on all dumbells above 20lbs, olympic bars and weight stacks on machines) from this site below. It's a bit cheaper than Amazon or others I saw.
https://www.storesonline.com/site/1396334/page/638523
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (176 posts) at 01:21 PM
The wrist bands are the cheapest. The plate mates are really pricey, but they work well.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:12 AM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 03:51 PM
bump (again) I'm sure you haven't seen this . . .
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (293 posts) at 03:52 PM
Amazing!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:04 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (463 posts) at 07:50 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (25 posts) at 08:05 PM
I'm not self-removed anymore, and Julie is part of the reason why. So thank you again, Julie. You are truly an angel. And I bet you see yourself now the way you have always wanted to.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:11 AM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (517 posts) at 09:36 AM
What an awesome lady
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 03:50 PM
indeed. We can all learn something from her!! God bless you Julie!! X
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (390 posts) at 04:03 PM
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