Now comes the hard part - I have to learn how to ride it.
I could barely ride a bike when I was a kid, and don't think I even know how to anymore. I do, however, live across the street from an elementary school schoolyard - so I'm going to practice there (away from the public eye!!).
Any tips???
Pedal FAST
! That is what I had to keep on telling DS who wanted to pedal slowly so he could hit the ground with his feet when he started to tip. But unless you are going at a decent speed, it won't stay up!
Good idea about the school yard. Gives you room to learn. I climbed on a bike after years of not riding one, and it was like I had never stopped (except I had a lot more energy after I was younger!). But I rode my bike everywhere back then. DS never took to bike riding, he likes to run or walk, but I need to haul my bike back out of the garage and start up again. I have a helmet, and you kick up a breeze, so not as bad in hot weather.
Have fun!
Disney owns marvel but does not own the rights to the spiderman movies. Before Disney bought marvel marvel was losing money (a lot of it) so began selling rights to the movies. Sony owns the rights to the spiderman movies. The reason this movie got made is per the contract Sony would have to make a movie every few years or the rights would be put back up for sale. So hence you have a "reboot" of a franchise that wasn't old enough to be rebooted. So long story short, that's why there is no disney logo, because they had nothing to do with the film! The politics of the movie industry! Haha
Well that's crazy. Why buy just the comics and not the movie rights? I wonder how much they overpaid for that.
It was kind of interesting that they included Stan Lee in the movie though, who has been with SpiderMan since his beginning (I loved SpiderMan as a teen). He played a small bit part (the librarian), but it really stands out in the movie.
Hi everyone
I'm new to this thread, but not the challenge. I was on team mickey years ago but have gone astray. I just need some motivation and a bit of accountability. I look forward to getting to know everyone.
Just pop up and start talking! It's a great group!
I myself had a small NSV last night and managed to avoid a much craved late evening snack. I was truly a bit hungry but mostly just craving a sweet after a late dinner. But I made myself leave the kitchen and not return. DD made me a late cup of decaf green tea to sip and I ended the day right on target for Points!
Those late night cravings are the worst for me, and with the day quieting down I have more time to think about what I want to - but shouldn't
-eat.
Good job resisting!
Bambi can be totally legit- he had perseverance and whimsy. You need those to make it, for sure!
I like that!
DS already had braces on top and bottom, so getting the expander out was a big deal lol. We are still in phase 1 and I am hoping we don't need phase 2! Yikes! Tell DS good luck at CC training. My nephew started conditioning this week (9th grade but he ran in junior high).
He fell yesterday while out running and hurt his neck. He skipped today since it still hurts. He should do OK with training, he was in T&F with the same coach in this spring, and he encourages them to do CC. He might miss the first week though. He needs to have some teeth removed for his braces, and the first one is the 26th. He wants all four out at once instead of two and two so he can recover faster! He said he will sip soup all week
First, I want to apologize for posting the QOTD at almost 10pm. I had really bad time management skills, and should have posted before work, and for that I am sorry.
One of the reasons I'm late is I attended my little town's Town Hall Meeting to support a ban on smoking and tobacco products in the parks. Regardless of how you feel (because it is a divisive issue), I am so in shock of the bickering and insult-throwing exhibited by my town's commissioners. It really makes me aware of what is going on in my town and opens my eyes to where I should be living instead. But tirading aside....
Today's QOTD takes us to....
Tower of Terror!!!
One of my favorite shows really is the original Twilight Zone with Rod Serling, and I am so excited to be able to run in the Inaugural ToT 10miler race this September. One of the things I'm most looking forward to is the on-track entertainment and the party afterwards.
If you've ever been to a Disney Race, is something like that (the parties and what-not) a motivating factor when compared to a local race?
If you're not a runner (or even if you are and you like this question better!) what is the scariest thing about reaching your goals? Is it actually reaching them, or all the challenges you may face ahead of you?
I'll be back in the AM with responses AND with a fresh question! Thank you guys for bearing with me!!
No problem. Like someone else said, it is a quiet time. I'll probably have to post it the night before, I never have time in the morning!
I think the challenges I face once I reach my goal. Right now, trying to lose this weight, it is simply following the rules. Keeping to them, not relapsing, once I reach the goal is the big thing. It is all too easy to see, I've done it now I don't have to keep track. I came close to my goal, and let it slip away - but because I got rid of all my "fat" clothes, I reigned myself in when my clothes were feeling uncomfortable. When I get closer, maybe I will lose another size, and then give away my current size!
Hi Everyone! I want to join in!
I am going to Disney World for the FIRST time next month (32 days to be exact). I just love these boards for planning.
I've also been trying to lose weight my entire life. I tend to yo-yo. I'm on an upswing right now. Calorie counting works well for me when I do it. I recently tried Atkins and I lost 6 lbs and then started gaining and losing the same 2 lbs so I've swiched back to calorie counting. I also want to get in better shape so I can enjoy Disney instead of being winded and worn out.
I guess that's a good start. I look forward to getting to know everyone!
I wish I had thought to do that my first trip - you are smart to start early. Start walking now as well - you will walk miles at Disney! I was amazed at how far we went each day. You are going to have a blast! These boards let you know what to expect and how to get the most out of your days!
I do WW. It is like calorie counting in that you can eat whatever you want as long as you keep track and stay within your daily limit.
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DS took a tumble the other day, DH said it looked like he rolled since he had dirt on all sides. But he wrenched his neck, and DH just happened to be home that morning, so he picked him up. He is still resting it today, just took a short walk.
Trying to arrange for him to have 4 teeth pulled as well. The dentist wants 2 each for 2 appointments, DS wants all four pulled at once. They are the smaller ones, the bicuspids (sp?). Gak! But he doesn't want to miss much of the CC training that starts the 1st.
So much for a nice, quiet, relaxed summer!
But we do go to Busch Gardens this weekend for a nice 4 days break. As long as it doesn't get too hot, we should be oK. Calling for 90 right now M & T, but those things can change - hope they do! Maybe change our water park day for the regular park, but the regular park might be crazy busy on Sunday...locals if nothing else.
Well, back to work
! Take care all.
) Mostly, though, I just am happy when I feel healthy, and that's what I try to stay focused on.
WOW - that's ME! 
Thanks to all the help I've received on this board, and to all of our coaches and record keepers. I'd still be back gaining and losing the same 10lbs without help and encouragement.
We'll be at MIL's this weekend (DDs will stay through for the week at Camp Grandma), and I have to figure out a good place to run there...very rural, not the safest roads for running. Worst case, I'll go when we get back on Sunday.
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), pulled weeds til I was dirty and sweaty (didn't take long in this humidity), made myself a healthy breakfast and cleaned up from said breakfast, read all my emails, and now I'm visiting you all!!
It's so terrible when something like this happens, and it affects us all like this. Her family is certainly in my thoughts and prayers today.
