And, yes, guilty of the matchy matchy bra and undies. Victorias Secret is my friend (or is that DH's friend????) I will, however state that I have 3 pairs of matchy undies per bra just in case and in different styles for different occasions. TMI??? Yep, TMI....
I think I should hit the lurker button again.......
Are we in or are we out? 
Your flag isn't a rainbow with a unicorn is it???Dawn - Hi Lar Ious stories!!!! Hahahahaha!!!!
Glad I can make ya giggle...
Yes, I am a lush. Hey, I'm good at it!
We aint no stinkin quitters...we are champs in all arenas...
Lyz and Dawn - no all my sets don't match up. But I do have a hierarchy of undies - the good ones, the okay ones, the ones I don't like and only wear for TOM or as spares. Doesn't anyone else have this? That in an ideal world would be grand...right now I am in a 3 kids suckin the life outta me kinda world...where they need sports clothes...jock straps etc...so if it comes down to me and new undies or never having grandkids cause the boys don't have protection for their boys...I loose every time...someday...someday...
Come on! I can't be the only one! So I pick out the good ones, match 'em up with bras for vacay, and pack that way. I like the matchy matchy. Not that anyone sees them but me.
Wow, it's really "let my freak flag fly" day, isn't it?
Bush gave you money for new undies for your bu.....I mean er um.... shrubbery...
Listen to how this sounds, "and the ones I only wear for Tom."
I am really amused today.
No, I recently purged my underwear and purchased all newbies. Thanks to the nifty stimilus rebate from the government. Thanks W.
No..don't gooo...Dawn:
I have never done anything like that before....Okay, I once put my daughters free standing basketball hoop up backward and stood there looking at it and wondering WTH was wrong with the picture. In my defense, I was about 8 months pregnant and it had to be about 100 degrees that day but she HAD to have it. My DH came up the driveway like this...
That was how Treyner looked at me too...like...I expectd to have to look for a home for my mom in her 60's... not now...
And, yes, guilty of the matchy matchy bra and undies. Victorias Secret is my friend (or is that DH's friend????) I will, however state that I have 3 pairs of matchy undies per bra just in case and in different styles for different occasions. TMI??? Yep, TMI....
I think I should hit the lurker button again.......
T[COLOR="red"you better hurry up or they will be outta style like high tops for aerobics...
[/COLOR][/COLOR] Are we in or are we out? 
I have heard it refrenced as left or right sister though!!! 
Quick checkin from BWV...
Erika, all of your/our ressies went swimmingly fine. Thanks again.
Anytime, girlfriend! Glad everything was smooth! But now it is time to check in again, k??
However, Narcoossee's kicks complete booty. SO worth a double table service!! We also got to see Wishes between dinner and dessert, which imo is as good if not better from seeing them in the park. Something to be said for meandering out on a nice, uncrowded veranda, watching them there, and going back in to enjoy dessert!
CANNOT WAIT till we go in Dec. LIZ--what day are we doing Narcoossee's again?
They need to make their own beds. Mine hate making beds and I am a stickler about that. So they now sleep on top of the blankets.And strangely enough, I'm ok with that. As long as the beds look nice. (my ocd is a strong b*$ch)
They mostly do make their own beds. But then I have to go in and do it my way. Shocker, eh?
I have eaten my way thru the weekend. Bob is home and today is actually his 31st birthday, and I've been cooking and baking like crazy. Since he's been eating out for 2 weeks, I have been "homecooking". We are having a good time. Abscence really does help.[/COLOR]
Seriously, sounds like we have ALL been off the wagon recently. My last week was bad as well. I mean really, how long has it been since any of us got a goddess crown???EriKa - you're crying? There's no crying in back to school! Man up! (really, I think it's sweet the "in control" professor is wheepy to send her kiddo's off to school.) I'm suprised they ride a bus. I just assumed your town was a "drop you children off" town.
Ok, gonna put mine on the bus
OMG DEB! You haven't packed? See, this is the sign of a normal person. I'm so impressed. I pack weeks in advance, in ziploc bags, and label them. No kidding. I didn't do that for the cruise and I was so impressed with myself. (I did the bags just not the labels. Progress!) I do this for all trips, but it was Disney that got me into it. But Vegas, Vancouver, etc, all labeled, with underwear and socks included. Call me crazy!
Are we surprised by this? Not even a little.
So it seems I am up 7lbs. Whatev. It was a very very good week and half!
This thread moves fast!Doing my best to get all caught up. Can I just tell you how much I
coming back to work after a long relaxing weekend!
Thanks for all the welcomes! Yes, I was a lurker!
I went back and reread my post from the other day..You all probably think I am some sort of major boozer!! Really, I'm not! I just enjoy my microbrews ( I am a total beer snob) and enjoy mixing my mojitos and sangria. The last time I dieted I gave up way too much of this stuff. I was not a happy camper.
What, Lyz, you don't match and plan out which socks and underwear to wear with which outfits?
I definitely do this. Not every day, but when I am actually getting dressed to go to work or out.
Amy, we like boozers. Exhibit A, here. EriKA, Exhibit B. Kat, on vacay, Exhibit C. Now if you like Vera Bradley, we're really talking!
EriKa, she called you "exhibit B"
Love them dearly. ) I have accepted that I will never be a speed demon. I missed my long run last week, so I hope that is ok. I meet with my coach tomorrow and we will see what he says. My half marathon is in 19 days. I do not feel ready. At all. So, we'll see.Disney in 2 day!!!
Great Job on the BIKE! I am hoping to start walking again when the kids hit school THURSDAY.. they are the only school going on Thursday everyone else starts tomorrow! WEIRD I tell Ya!
) Back to topic: The beauty of the 4 hour commute, a half-dozen trips, and the long weekend is that I just throw everything in our one big suitcase, essentials into the little red bag, and off we go! The only ziplocs are in the in-park backpack.AIM = AOL Instant Messaging. We all head over there for instant chatting. It's a way to "talk", uncensored, and privately. Whereas on the DIS it's slow, censored and open for public consumption.
Since summer, our AIM time has seriously taken a hit. And I miss alot of fun, cause I have to go to bed at a decent hour if I am gonna exercise in the morning. AIM usually takes place late and goes on for hours. It is serious fun.
If you download AIM to your computer and get a log in name (hint, they are all taken, think WAY outside the box) pm us with it. I don't personally post my AIM name here, cause if your not me, you are on a need to know basis.
Nancy - is super busy. Committing to to many things. School drama outfits, goat shows and she has to work full time cause all the kids are going back to school and college. Her sil started a market and Nancy is selling goat milk soap there. Sold a BUNCH yesterday. (go Nancy) She still hasn't posted a pic and as far as I'm concerned, I think she's a man, pretending to be a farmers wife.
AMY! Welcome to this thread. Amy and I are teammates on Walt's Warriors, so I can vouch for her total coolness!
Oh,yeah. She's "in".
Ok, just came here to get myself together a bit before I put my kids on the bus. Yeah, I am a crying mess every year on the first day. And I follow the bus (not like right behind it or anythinig), but I have to see them get off the bus at the school, etc. I know, I know....
CRYING? FOLLOW THE BUS?? Are you KIDDING?
I went back and reread my post from the other day..You all probably think I am some sort of major boozer!! Really, I'm not! I just enjoy my microbrews ( I am a total beer snob) and enjoy mixing my mojitos and sangria.
It's ok Amy. We understand. Really.
Since summer, our AIM time has seriously taken a hit. And I miss alot of fun, cause I have to go to bed at a decent hour if I am gonna exercise in the morning. AIM usually takes place late and goes on for hours. It is serious fun.
If you download AIM to your computer and get a log in name (hint, they are all taken, think WAY outside the box) pm us with it. I don't personally post my AIM name here, cause if your not me, you are on a need to know basis.
I gotta do that AIM thing too...miss out on SO much..
Listen to this...remember Molli's bike was screwed up last week. And my sister and I fought it and fought it.
Well, hubby was in the office yesterday and I said, "Hey take a look at this. There is something wrong."
And before I could say anything else, he says, "Well the handlebars are all the way turned around, that's your first problem."
DO YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT I AM TELLING YOU? My one and only problem is I am an idiot. The freaking handle bars were completely, 360 degrees, turned around. The cables were all bound up. That is why the bike wouldn't roll. And we took it out like that and didn't even realize it!
Of course, I found it hysterical. He was shocked at my lack of common sense (ok, alpha dog).
I will never forget...a bra-wearing woman for over 15 years by then...schooled by a pre-teen boy observant of Playtex bra's!
I am usually on, but often invisible
Ummm...is that like an IMAGINARY friend?
Glad things are good. Now stop eating crap!
I've been bad for so long, it's scary
Believe it or not, I still have stuff to say!
As for family drama--sorry so many of you seem to be in that place! Remember that you have the family you were born into and the family you choose. If the first one blows, you hang with your family of choice.
Fortunately, this is one thing I cannot relate to. My parents are the best, truly.
I'm lucky too - love ALL of my in-laws. My family, well, at least they're not demonic.
As for running...I did a GREAT 5-miler this morning. I did it record time (for me) at an even 50 minutes. So that is 5 10-minute miles. (Stop rolling your eyes at me, Nancy!
I'm not rolling my eyes. Actually, I was thinking how far you've come...
Having a senior in HS is such an emotional rollercoaster for me. Anyway - DH and I went out for a 20 mile ride. I'm pooped now! Baling hay this afternoon....so I'll call it a "double work out day".
Of course, I've put on 4 pounds over the summer, so I have my work cut out for me.
AHHHHH.... back to school=too many obligations!!!
What, Lyz, you don't match and plan out which socks and underwear to wear with which outfits?
Amy, we like boozers. Exhibit A, here. EriKA, Exhibit B. Kat, on vacay, Exhibit C. Now if you like Vera Bradley, we're really talking!
Liz, you are too much! No, I totally don't match my socks and underwear to my outfits. My socks are all white. And my undies are just basic. Nothing special.
I've heard southern women, I guess the proper term would be "Belles", match, daily, their bra's and panties. I don't know about you guys, but, I don't buy sets and I have WAY more undies than I do bras.
EriKa, she called you "exhibit B"
on exhibit B!!
Forget what I like. I don't even allow my eyes to wander anymore. Who knows but I consider myself fortunate because these feet came from a father with a webbed toe. So I need to hush up - NOW. 
Or a least venting helped the frustration.
On the running front, I think I am gonna lose a toe nail. I am going for a pedicure tomorrow...I am hoping that if I get it trimmed short I will be able to salvage it.
the sign of a true athlete...apendage damage!
Nancy--which schools is he looking at? OMG, I almost teared up when you said it was his last first day. Yikes!
But the programs are incredible - and just what he wants. ), Penn State-Abbington, Westpoint and VMI (Virginia Military Institute) are also on his list. He is definitely going ROTC - went and had his physical last week (all by himself I must add. All the way to the *big* city of Springfield, Mass. WITHOUT me. I cried. Honestly. He doesn't need me anymore....sad and satisfying at the same time, ya know? 
) Not that Northfield, VT is a booming metropolis, but...still....it's not as remote as Machias!
Lurker, coming out of hiding here! Can I join in too??? My info..
Real Life Name: Amy
Location:hot humid sweaty Florida
Family: DH, DD Delena Raine, 2 cats and a dog
Occupation: Senior Assay Development Scientist
Goals: Lose 30 more pounds by the WDW 1/2, complete a 5K with no walk breaks and complete the WDW 1/2 09 in under 3 hours
Interesting facts: Just tonight I perfected my from scratch mojito recipe. Yes, I run so I can still enjoy my adult drinks! I can give up sweets with no problems...Beer, mojitos, sangria. Not so much.
Inside story you want to share: I've lost over 30 pounds since feb 08. This got rid of all my baby weight and then some. Now I am out to lose the 30 I could have stood to lose pre baby. Mostly I've been running/walking and have started pilates. As far as diet goes, I've just been watching portions.
Favorite Disney Park, ride and song: EPCOT, TOT and MNSSHP parade music.
Hope everyone has a good labor day!!
Directly across the lake from me. I'm downtown and face the lake so this is me waving Stacey. Crap where is the waving icon? Okay, here's me looking across......
Oh, i'm waving back!
Hey, how did you find the waving icon?
I am right off of interstate 87 in Chazy NY exit 41 (I think
I looked Chazy up. Passed by you in July. That same trip ran right into a triathlon in Lake Placid. It was wild to see them run and bike right by our window. As I was eating the freshly made brownies I was given.
AIM = AOL Instant Messaging. We all head over there for instant chatting. It's a way to "talk", uncensored, and privately. Whereas on the DIS it's slow, censored and open for public consumption.
When we all actually get to meet up and have a big chat, it is HI LAR IOUS and crazy. The last time we ranted about politics and The Duggers http://www.duggarfamily.com/navbar/images/header.gif That's all I'm gonna say, cause what happens at AIM stays at AIM.
Since summer, our AIM time has seriously taken a hit. And I miss alot of fun, cause I have to go to bed at a decent hour if I am gonna exercise in the morning. AIM usually takes place late and goes on for hours. It is serious fun.
If you download AIM to your computer and get a log in name (hint, they are all taken, think WAY outside the box) pm us with it. I don't personally post my AIM name here, cause if your not me, you are on a need to know basis.
Thanks so much Lyz. I have to figure it all out. I'm a tad slow. Remember I just learned to multi post this year.
Too freakin' funny. That's what you girls are. And fast. Fast on the keyboards.
Yeah. The infamous Liz is back! Hi Liz!
Liz,
It's so lovely and advantageous to moi that you love Canada. I'll be using that selling point since, besides my heritage, I will surely be a disappointment to you!
Purses
I own one. No, you are not hallucinating. That's right purse lover - one. And it's made of scuba diving material and I don't know why. Let me measure it for you. It's four inches wide and a whole seven in length.
Shoes
When Stacy on WNTW said to a participant, "What do you mean you don't like SHOES? WTH? Are you missing a gene or something?" I instantly felt special and all warm inside.
DISCLAIMER: It's really not my fault. Try going into store after store, year after year, and saying with a sigh "do you carry size eleven?" and get the answer "No, but we have tens. Which one do you want to try on?"
I swear I will put in jail for taking out a shoe salesman/woman one day. Do they tell sevens that they have it in a six and do want to try it on? I don't know, do they?
Yes, yes there are a few stores - specialty and Payless. But some still don't have a lot of variety and some are way beyond my price range.
And of course eleven was not enough. I'm a D, E or F width.
Single man in Toronto
You'll probably hide him now.
Seriously, I'm such a chicken. Like 41 going on 12.
Everyone ...
Thank you so much for this group. You've been so sweet and generous. And it's worked already. I've got the exercise back on a better track. I haven't even gone after the eating yet and already the white capris, that gave me the "uh oh" squeeze with the pounds creeping back in after success, are feeling so much better.
Thank you all so much.
I'm sorry to hear about the disappointments some of you have been having with your families. Hope things improve somewhat.
Lisa
Hey Amy! Welcome. Aaah girl after my own heart with the MNSSHP. I could have watched those boys with their shovels for hours.
Hey, how did you find the waving icon?
I looked Chazy up. Passed by you in July. That same trip ran right into a triathlon in Lake Placid. It was wild to see them run and bike right by our window. As I was eating the freshly made brownies I was given.
Thanks so much Lyz. I have to figure it all out. I'm a tad slow. Remember I just learned to multi post this year.
