Wednesday QOTD: What Disney Resort Hotel best expresses your personality, and why?
That is tough. I am thinking The Grand Floridian. It is just so alive to me. Right in the heart of everything. You can watch and hear MK wake up every morning. Watching the fireworks from the courtyard pool. Hearing the dog howling, train whistle, and seeing the monorail go into MK. All of it makes me feel alive with Disney magic.
The other extreme is Animal Kingdom Lodge. Makes me have that far away exotic feel like I am in another land. Another side of life I love.
So that is me loving exotic things and to be right in the heart of it all.
Sounds like a very energetic and interesting personality!
QOTD: I'm going to have to go with the cabins at Ft. Wilderness as well. I'm more of a do-it-yourselfer (is that a word?) and being able to make my own meals really appeals to me. Plus, I stayed there the first time I went to WDW so it brings back lots of memories for me.
Ah, the independent sort! A Disney pioneer woman -- you could be "Little CC on the Dis Prairie!"
Yes, worfiedoodles, I can definitely be wild, especially after a drink or two! Still pouring here.
Don't get too wild outside right now, you might be blown all the way to Canada -- and who wants to arrive looking like a drowned rat?!
Wednesday QOTD: What Disney Resort Hotel best expresses your personality, and why?
I'm thinking Saratoga Springs. Understated, perhaps and definitely not in the thick of things, BUT relaxing, enjoyable, diverse and slightly elegant but in a more subtle, functional way.
A great description. Very nice you could not worry about the sweater weight.
Wow, that's a hard one. I'm definitely NOT funky enough for the POP or exotic enough for the Poly or AKL, and had too much tenting in the Army to ever say Fort Wilderness and, face it, not classy enough for the Grand Floridian!! LOL. But I think I am a little more high maintenance than one of the values - I love all the little extras the mods and deluxes have (even though I am pretty frugal myself...) Love to go out at night or to the races to the "real" Saratoga - I might be like SSR (but haven't been there yet...) Love the flavor of the Beach Club - bright, optimistic and little nostalgic. Yup, I think that's me - the Beach Club!!
And you come with your own water park...who doesn't love that?!
QOTD: I would have to say AKL...secluded, nicely themed but casual. lots of areas to look out and see what's going on without having to be in the middle of the party...that's me! I can be a loner, have to make myself get out...
AKL is kind of off by itself, but there is a surprise around every corner!
Doing the Walk to Disney challenge thread and I hit 201 miles. Of course I still have 1102 to go but I'm enjoying this challenge. I think that's one of the reasons I'm so committed to WATP!
It sounds like a lot of fun, what a great goal!
Yes, Worfiedoodles, I am very happy to have that weight off me! I'm about 8-10 lbs below my pre-breakup weight.
Even better, you not only lost it you left it in the dust and kept going!
I am feeling a bit blah about the whole exercise and diet thing this week and I know it is because I have not felt great. My whole goal was to have a good week this week and I know it is not going to be what I wanted. So, I am going to have to have an attitude adjustment and be prepared to get it moving again. I know this means a bunch going back a ways to where I scheduled EVERYTHING and stuck to it. I have gotten lazy and I need to find some major motivation to get going again. I have got to learn to accept that there are going to be weeks (weeks as in plural...more than one week) that are a struggle. I am pretty sure that in the end this week is simply going to be a maintaining week and I need to learn that it doesn't mean I can't do this.
Wednesday QOTD: What Disney Resort Hotel best expresses your personality, and why?
No question about it...the Poly! I know that I am really a high strung person at times and there is a lot of stress in my life...but...I am at my best when I am laid back and go with the flow. When we get to the Poly, the whole family knows that mom is at peace and it is where I am most "me"!
You are not whining, you are coming from a genuine place. It's good for everyone, especially newer people, to hear that there are weeks that just don't go the way you plan, and that's when you have to reassess and keep moving forward!
Hey folks alot of us DISers on the Podcast board are facebook friends too.
I'm not on Facebook (I know, I'm one of 30 American holdouts), but I love the podcast crew! Definitely one of the highlights of my lunch hours, when the podcast goes up!
QOTD: Disney Resort? I think the Grand Californian is my all time favorite and is probably the closest to my personality. I like the outdoors, but prefer to enjoy them and then return to my luxury room (no camping for me!). I like trees.
I was in California nearly once a month last year for work (Hollywood area), and despite the smog, traffic and that I was born an east coast girl, I really felt a connection there.
There's nothing wrong with enjoying nature from your balcony while you sip a cocktail, and stepping into the air conditioning to view the mountains!
Well, I would say at the moment POR. We both look all relaxed and easy-going on the outside, but just as at the resort under the surface there's a army of staff keeping everything turning over and looking good, the hamsters in my head are always running in their wheels
Give me some time though, and maybe I'd change my answer to the Beach Club because I'd rather be lying in the sand in a swimsuit
And do the little hamsters whistle while they work? That's when you most need a visit to the Beach Club!
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
Today I needed to hear that I should try to not let the rain make me depressed (we're having a monsoon!), and I should make a plan to get back on track after two days of just not feeling it.
QOTD: I have to laugh, dh is my best friend and I am picturing his head on my body!!
Will answer later but I think I'll be laughing about this one all day.
I'm glad it made you laugh, that would be quite the picture!
Oh and I wanted to share this Disney story with you...I was talking to a husband and wife the other day on his way to Bay Lake Towers for vacation w/their children and grandchildren. They were also guests at the Contemporary on the first night it opened - they paid $25/night!
What a shame Disney never has "1970s" pricing weeks...
They would need to hear "Put down the bowl of jelly!" I love jelly (jello in the US) and even though I only eat the sugar free stuff, too much of it still can't be too good for you.
If the worst thing you are eating is sugar-free jello, I'd say you are doing an incredible job!
Well..... I don't really have a BFF, but I can still answer this. The person in charge of my body needs to know that
1. My body will want to eat, even when it is not hungry. You need to be prepared to IGNORE this request.
2. My body will want to sit on the couch and read and sit at the scrapbook table and work.... it will NOT want to exercise. You must make it get up and move for at least 45 minutes.
3. My body will want to eat the most fattening stuff in the fridge, but can be happy with fruits, veggies and lean proteins. Keep it away from the ice cream, cookies, pizza, Chinese, and chips!! My hand-to-mouth movement loses all control when in the presence of these items!!
4. My body does not need caffeine to get moving in the morning, so don't worry about coffee.
5. My body is definitely a "morning body".... so do what you need to get done early and don't try to accomplish anything that requires brain power past 8pm.
6. Don't paint my nails, don't color my hair, no massages, no bikini wax
.... in other words, no girlie stuff... it's just not me!
7. Please respect my body. It may not be perfect but I have worked hard to get it to where it is and I like it!
Fantastic advice! I think # 7 is the best, and one we can all aspire to!
I am having a hard time exercising today--just don't wanna... I'm gonna - but I don't wanna. Just don't have the 'ganas'... but I will--cause I know that exercise is gonna have to be a daily thing for me for the rest of my life--whether I want to or not - it's what my body needs if I want to be healthy and have better life in my years left... so I'll leave this computer, which I am currently using as avoidance, put my exercise clothes and shoes on and follow Tigger's WATP example and pop in that DVD and get walking for the next '3 miles'...
I hope you really enjoyed your WATP! Sometimes 90% of success really is just showing up!
Jumping on quickly to wish my dear friend, mikamah, a happy, happy birthday today!
Happy Birthday, Kathy!
We went 2 years before that and I think my Mom said it was $75 a night at the Contemporary then. We spent the whole week at MK and we were never bored! I remember the ticket books too-the E tickets went SO fast!!
Amazing how one park was plenty, and now 4 can seem like not enough!
QOTD - I would tell my body (my BFF and me are the same she is a little older) Get and move lazy butt. You can do it. We are now 1000 miles apart but we still call and motivate each other.
That is fantastic! It is great that even though you are far away, you are still keeping in touch and fitness brings you together!
I remember those E tickets - they sure did go fast didn't they? Remember "If You Had Wings?" Was that a D ticket? The airline that went under, was it Eastern? I loved that ride!
I am so glad you just pay one price and ride whatever you want now. Much simpler!
I decided to weigh myself this morning and see where I'm at (I didn't do weighin last Friday). It wasn't pretty, I'm up 4lbs since Feb 12th. I did okay on the Vancouver trip, but came home really busy with DD's birthday and TOM kicked in and I gave into too many cravings. Darn chips! I know better, but sometimes don't listen to myself. I was on track yesterday and will stay on track today
Don't listen to the cravings, you don't NEED potato chips!
Always good advice!
I could use some help. I need an afternoon snack and am looking for good suggestions. I need something crunchy (mushy won't cut it) and am trying to keep the sodium as low as possible. I don't eat nuts, so they are out. (Blech). Carrot sticks don't have sufficient "crunch". (tried that). Pretzels, crackers - love 'em. But can anyone recommend a specific brand as being better than the others? Or a portion size? If I just buy a bag of pretzels or stick a sleeve of Ritz crackers in my desk drawer without a plan, the whole thing will be gone before my brain tells my hand to stop shovelling....
Thanks for any help you can provide.
Well, I don't know how much help this is, but I buy 100 calorie packs of whatever (pringles, pretzels, goldfish) and eat those. I know they cost more pre-portioned, but I have to do that or I will eat a bag!
What about microwave popcorn, make it before and put it in a baggy
I do that a lot and especially when I go to the movies. I have the 100 calorie mini bags, Orville Reddenbacher.
I think Orville Reddenbacher tastes the best!
That's what I was going to recommend too - I think I actually got the idea from you.
I took my own to Percy Jackson. I add a little olive oil on it (got that idea from Corrina) and it's very satisifying...I have some every day now.
Popcorn is a great snack, and very portable!
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
I dont really have a BFF. Or a BF. Or an F
. In fact, so many of the other mom's on my Mom's boards said the same thing that we just formed a new group: The Friendless Friends. We went to Melting Pot last week and are having lunch on Sunday.
ANYWAY. What would I tell someone who is in charge of my body?
- Be careful, this body is always gassy
- This body is lazy and really likes to rest
- It has a tricky knee and back
I think your body and mine would enjoy a daily nap...I know what you mean --I have a few people I would call friends, but I really don't do much "hanging out" anymore, and truth be told, my dh is the only BFF I would feel confident in. It's hard to make friends once you are a grown-up.
I buy fat free pretzel sticks and count 39 sticks into a zip lock bag... 39 sticks is 2 points. I eat them with my lunch to curb my crunchy craving.
Very nice! 39 of anything is a great snack!
LOVE the QOTD! I would say..
-be careful of the bad knees and pain int he back from scoliosis
-all my joints pop all the time, it's normal
-don't run slower than an 11:00 minute mile, I am training here!
-my hair is always that annoying and thick. just wear it up like I do, it's easier
-if you don't wash your/my face every morning and after work and I night, said face will break out TERRIBLY!
-please exercise at least 4 times a week.
-my body does NOT like fiber bars, fair warning!
Lots of practical advice, and plenty of warnings to keep things moving smoothly!
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
I have a couple BFF's that I would gladly trade body's with. They are all thin.
I would tell my BFF:
NO SUGAR, NO POP, NO FRIED FOODS! I've worked too hard to break myself of those habits.
Do not do Downward Facing Dog with a leg lift... it hurts my hips.
You're going to get hungry at 3:45. It happens every day. I have a special 1 point Weight Watchers snack for you in the breakfront. Eat. It. Slowly. It's small. Make it last at least 15 minutes.
Drink your water.
Since you're in my body today, take the sheets that are piled up on my bedroom floor and wash them. Thanks dear!
I know you are not going to be interested in anything my hubby has to say to you when he starts talking about computer stuff... just look at him and pretend you are interested. I do it all the time. Look in his eye, nod every few minutes, say "oh really?" every other couple minutes and think about being at a beach. He'll stop talking eventually. Maybe.
Lastly, have fun with my body... I do!
ROTFLOL! I love the idea of the special snack!
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
QOTD:
I would switch, of course, with Redwalker! It's not really advice but more apologies for the bad things I still eat and drink! I drink soda! I don't drink coffee though I do drink tea. I have cut down to 1-2 glasses a day. I need caffeine! Oh yeah, the one thing that bothers me consistently but not to the point of being unable to do the workouts I do is my knees, especially my left knee.
Redwalker should be ready to take on all your habits, I think there would be plenty of exercise!
Long time no post. (Even longer time no read.) I feel like a terrible person. I've been sooooo busy I haven't read this challenge pretty much since I started school in January. I'll be going back to my desk job on Monday
so I'll have more time to stop and check in finally.
I'm still getting up at 4 to exercise and then I'm off to work by 6:30 and home around 4:30 and I have to spend as much time with my kids before bed that I can and then do homework so I can start it all over again.
I'm in week 2 of Insanity and LOVING it.
I'll be doing it for 60 days and then I will take a week or so off and I'll probably start it again.
It sounds like your days are full, and you are keeping up with some great habits, despite how busy you are -- Welcome Back!
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
Hmm. Not that much left of the day. I guess I'd have to say:
Good luck at Kung Fu.
Don't eat any Haagen Daas.
Don't eat anything with splenda in it.
Go to bed early.
More good advice -- going to bed early is always a nice way to treat yourself.
Thursday QOTD: Bippity Boppity Boo! Your Fairy Godmother has just switched your body with your BFF, ala Freaky Friday. What advice does the person in charge of your body need to hear today?
This body just loves a good workout and doesn't eat sweets or junk of any kind.
Let the BFF do all the hard work, I'll sit back and watch.
I would call mopping hard labor rather than exercise, 'cause I can't find anything fun about a wet basement! Hey, if your BFF believes your body lives by those rules, I'd go with it!
I just got back from the sugarhouse. We made 23 gallons of syrup. It is pouring and windy. I was totally soaked when I came in. I can't imagine that there will be school tomorrow. Lots of flooding is already happening. My DB's basement is flooded and I'm sure my parent's basement will be too.
I can imagine how bone-tired and weary you are. I hope you hop in bed early after a nice hot cup of something!
Mopping up a basement is definitely exercise, just like shoveling snow is!
It sounds like our house is going through a car wash it is raining so hard!
Have you started building your ark yet? I swear the cats, dogs, raccoons, skunks, squirrels, and beavers are lining up two by two in our backyard...and on that note, I'm going to call it a night! Might as well sleep while the world starts floating away...
It has been a pleasure to be your coach, and I look forward to starting a fabulous new week tomorrow! Thank you so much to everyone who replied to the questions -- it makes it fun, and it's a great way to learn about everyone else, and get great tips and encouragement!
Maria
A week off I can handle!
