I'm coming back... is that ok???

[karebear1]

Well, I started back on my eating program 2 days ago. I've been off since we did the half marathon in WDW in January. I haven't really gained any weight back from then, but I did stop walking (the dummy that I am!) So, I'm gonna start up with walking again, but this time I'm gonna to the 10K next October in WDW. Maybe I'll consider doing the half in 2007, but I'm not sure.

Anyway, I've finally decided it's time to jump in with both feet again- so here I am. What do ya think? Can I come back??? Any challenges I can join?

 

[geetey]

LOL! I think we are following each other around today!!

WELCOME BACK, Karen!

I have dipped my toes into the WISH water by joining the Biggest Loser challenge. If you are walking again, why not try the Walking To Disney challenge? I may try that next. See if I can walk there faster than I actually get there in person.

Congrats on not gaining anything back since the Half. I fell off the wagon big time (loads of steriods didn't help either) and am starting over again. <sigh> I am hopeful about competing in the DL Half though! Just gotta get this body to cooperate!

edited to add
here is a link to the walking challenge... http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=755726&page=1&pp=15

 

[NCRedding]

Hey Karebear: Welcome back. Good luck getting restarted with the walking. I saw you mentioned the 10K next October on the Disneyland thread--do you know what weekend that is??

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

Welcome Back!!!!

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

This year the 10K is this weekend...October 8-9 (I think it is on Sunday).

I would assume that next year it will fall on about the same weekend.

 

[karebear1]

Thnaks guys-
Lisa- do you know if there's a medal for the 10K?

 

[ohMom]

WELCOME BACK KAREBEAR!!!!!

you better come back I MISS YOU!!!

i have been in the monthly exercise challenges now, my third month starting for October. let me tell you that darn thread has gotten me moving more days than i'd care to admit. i have kinda hit a wall of burn-out in the exercise category myself. i have gotten away from my long walks on saturdays since August......need to get back into those again!

sooo good to hear from you!!!!!!

 

[karebear1]

MOM!!!!!!! I missed you too! Are you doing the half in January?

 

[karebear1]

Hey Karebear: Welcome back. Good luck getting restarted with the walking. I saw you mentioned the 10K next October on the Disneyland thread--do you know what weekend that is??

I don't know what weekend it is, but it probably follows the same pattern as all other events in WDW. I'd guess it was the second weekend in October?? What do you think?

 

[ibouncetoo]

........do you mind if I slink back in behind you? Maybe nobody will notice....but then, how can they not, since I've blown back up!!

Let's just say I've had a bad summer. I think the cancer scare in the spring impacted me more than I thought. Had kind of an 'eat drink and be merry' attitude coupled with hybernating all summer to escape the heat. I feel pretty miserable....achy joints and all that good stuff.

Today I booked a birthday cruise on the Wonder followed by four days at WDW. I have exactly four weeks to start moving around and eating more healthy foods, so at the very least I won't feel sluggish on my trip. So I'm on the lots of water, walking, no sugar, no fried foods plan for the next month. When I return from my trip (if they can get me off the ship) it's back to a South Beach kind of life. I wonder if my stove, oven and grill still work?

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

Jackie--what do you mean noone will notice????

Saw you on a thread a couple of days ago talking about booking a cruise and thinking...hmmm, haven't seen her on wish lately .

Welcome back!!!

 

[karebear1]

I noticed too Jackie! WHen are you going to be in WDW??? I'm going in the middle of November- maybe we'll run into each other again- I would love that! I wasn't aware of your cancer scare! Sounds like everything worked out though?

 

[ibouncetoo]

Karen, I'll be at POFQ one night 11/5, then on the Wonder, then back at WDW 11/10-13. Are you going to be there that early?

The cancer thing was nowhere near life threatening, just very annoying. But I guess I didn't realize how the c-word impacted me psychologically.

 

[wiskband]

Hi karen...................
welcomeback.
I too have fallen off the wish wagon.............
I went to WDW this past august and although, I have been back for about 6 weeks......my eating plan was still on vacation.
I made my ressies for january and that got me back OP. I am sorry to hear you wont be there in 06...I do hope you consider 07! I had a great time meeting you. Anyway welcome back to wish...................... see ya on the boards.
renee

 

[karebear1]

Karen, I'll be at POFQ one night 11/5, then on the Wonder, then back at WDW 11/10-13. Are you going to be there that early?

The cancer thing was nowhere near life threatening, just very annoying. But I guess I didn't realize how the c-word impacted me psychologically.

Jackie- we get there on the 12th in the evening! Maybe we can meet for dinner or breakfast the next morning?? I'm coming with 2 girl friends this time. WE'll be staying that first night at CSR- then moving over to BWV the next morning (13th).
I know what you mean about the cancer thing- been there, done that! It does play a real game on you!

Renee! How great to hear from you! I can't believe you're doing the half again?!?!? That's GREAT! I'm too much of a baby to do it right now, but I am thinking about doing the 10K next October- only thing holding me back is I want to go to WDW in early December next year so I can see the Christmas stuff! What to do, what to do!!!!!!

 

[plutosmyfav]

Welcome back Karen I'm so glad you are back!!! I've missed you. To be "off" and not really gain any weight is a major success in my book!

Its great so "see" some familiar faces in this thread from last year's training! Welcome back to all who have been away

Sunny

 

[wiskband]

I too have that dilemma................ every year............
I had been going to WDW first week in december for the past 9 years until the marathon. I think I may be hooked on the marathon but I do miss the xmas stuff at the world. So I am not sure what I will do next year, cause like you I miss the xmas celebrations there!
talk to you soon.
renee

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

to be seeing the some "ol" familar names

I NEED to be on my treadmill as I type BUT....I have been perusing the cruise boards this morning and then thought I better get on over to WISH (I checked out this thread where it actually had photos of the food I intend to experience soon on the Magic) anyway..........

I HAVE BEEN thinking about WISH folks and wa-la...............YOU'RE back!!!!

I, like ohMom and Tammy NC, have been in the monthly challenges and it has been just what I need to keep me going! - Also, our Buddy group still keeps each other accountable

Karebear - I was thinking about you the other day and wondered if the wedding has happened? I just lose track of time - what's that update?

I must move on - gotta get some "minutes in" for my October challenge ..... but HOORAY and welcome back to WISH ........... let's see if we can get an update from Team Canada too - are you out there -our northern neighbors

- such a good way to start my day

 

[karebear1]

Grammy! So good to hear from you too!! I think about all the original WISHWalkers all the time, but think about you nad your DD often. We should ahve a WISHWalker Reunion, but only have fun- no marathons this time around!
Alissa did get married- here's a pic of her in her wedding dress:

Here's my beautiful little girl- this picture and the one under it were taken in Red Butte Gardens- it's on The Univedrsity of Utah campus. Isn't it beautiful there???

This is Alissa and her DH Kyle. They are still at BYU working to graduate, but they are so happy! Let me tell you- kids don't struggle htrough college the way we did! They had SALMON tghe other night for dinner! WHen I told DH he said, "Well, was it canned salmon?" and I answered," NO- fresh!" Lucky kids!!! You all should no that Kyle does NOT wear lipstick or blush!!! He was either kissing nad hugging Alissa too much that day.... or the photographer didn't adjust the color on the photo (the later of which I know to be true! )

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

ooooooooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh my what beautiful pictures!

I am so glad that wedding stress is over and now it's just welcome new SIL !

Let's see a picture of you and DH too

Glad to be in touch - let's do that reunion sometime - I know Molli will always welcome a get-away .............. just never enough time and well - uh - guess there is money and time off work and just life in general - but maybe sometime.

More pictures - we want to see you too!