In Search of My Body - Not the One I Ate, VOL 8...It's Never Too Late To Start Again!

[3DisneyKids]

Nancy so totally busted that woman trying to jump corrals! It was awesome!

Reading Nancy's report made me remember some other items, too. Like, after my massage, I had to get my bag from bag check and the line was around the corner. Super long. So Nancy said she would jump in my line while I was getting rubbed down and then by the time I was done with the massage, she should be near the front of the line. See? Efficient, we are! So I come out of massage with my mylar (because I am HARD CORE) and look for Nancy in the line. I can't find her so I call. And she tells me where she is in line and I'm like, that is exactly where I am. Yes, we are literally like 5 feet away from each other. And this seemed to happen A LOT to us.

But like Nancy and I both said...this is where the really story begins! Ha!

 

[adsrtw]

Love it Nancy.

E and Nancy- I can't wait to hear the rest of the story! Rules are meant to be bent for our advantage.

 

[poppinspal]

E- Your report on the race reminds me why I've loved doing the Tower of Terror the past three years. (Well the first year I might not have loved it but really liked it.) Disney does a great job with entertainment which is amazing. I also find that people are really chatty and friendly at Disney races more then at any others. I've met some of the nicest people while running.

All the talk about the off ramps make me laugh. My first Tower of Terror I thought I'd have no problem... running in Florida couldn't be like running in my town which is mostly all hills. Yup I'll take hills over off ramps thank you.

I love the race reports, just reading them makes me all emotional and I wasn't even there. I can only imagine how it was for all of you. You guys rock, I'm so fortunate I stumbled my way into this group.

 

[poppinspal]

And I'm about to go to bed because I am getting sick but I thought I'd share a picture of me indulging tonight. My brother's best friend (who we consider part of our family because he is always with us for holidays and vacations) is on a 17 day break from the Marines. My whole family took him out for dinner at Texas Roadhouse and I gave in and got myself a little drink. Nothing cures an illness or long day with the kids like a margarita.

(and my hair is still wet from running and showering right before dinner!)

 

[3DisneyKids]

Official race pics are available!

Here are some of mine (hamming it up for the camera in every shot!)--

Me and Nancy at the Finish--

 

[lisaviolet]

And I'm about to go to bed because I am getting sick but I thought I'd share a picture of me indulging tonight. My brother's best friend (who we consider part of our family because he is always with us for holidays and vacations) is on a 17 day break from the Marines. My whole family took him out for dinner at Texas Roadhouse and I gave in and got myself a little drink. Nothing cures an illness or long day with the kids like a margarita.

(and my hair is still wet from running and showering right before dinner!)

So cute Megan.

Erka and Nancy - loved it.

I want to say more but it's ten something and I haven't even started packing. And I'm so sick. Frustrated why I haven't even started.

I wanted to get the house on the market before we left and I haven't. That is irritating me. Ignore me.

But a couple of things. One, I HAD NO IDEA that people talk during races. No idea. What a shock for me. Honestly.

Erika - I'm glad those NKF people touched you emotionally but it is wrong that I would have wanted to take them down. Is it? I am nasty when people talk to me when I'm exercising. NASTY. OMG. I don't know how you did that. I know they meant the best - but just sayin'.

The look Liz gave you!!!! I would have loved that on film.

And I wonder - with the emotional parts of racing - whether I would be a puddle by mile two.

Nancy - Oh Nancy. My Nancy. I am sitting here in shock that you did that with the woman. I LOVE IT! I don't think I could have done that. It was the right thing to do. But holy cow Nancy. There is a Nancy I don't even know. Pants off in the car. Laughing. Pulling at her shirt. Laughing. I'm loving this Nancy.

The behind the portapotties (my head hurts from typing that ) Jean pees outside all the time. It's like a sport for her. She did it on the way home this week. Well not all the time. I exagerate. But if it's necessary - it's necessary. Athletes will do whatever they need to do. Kind of reminds me of the toilets I had to suffer through in Japan.

I have so much more to comment on but I must go.

Can't wait to hear more when I return......

Kelly - can't wait to hear about work.

 

[lisaviolet]

Oh Lord Erika. I'm 43 this year. I can't friggin' see the pictures. I WANT to see the pictures. Bigger?

 

[lisaviolet]

And hammin' it up for the camera. I wonder which offspring you passed that trait off to?

 

[lisaviolet]

Agreed. And I'm in this very sleepy town of old people and need amusement! : )

Boynton Beach? Just avoiding packing and making a game out of this...

 

[3DisneyKids]

BIG SCORE!

Just read this in the NY Times:

New research suggests that women who regularly consume moderate amounts of alcohol are less likely to gain weight and are at lower risk for obesity than nondrinkers.


Bottoms up, babes!

 

[lisaviolet]

Yeah heard that the other day. Gdod news. I would drink every day if it wasn't for my rosacea. Fine news. It's probably the relaxation and joy factor.

Finished throwing things into my carry-on. Done.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Morning Ladies!

I am so inspired by your stories, you accomplishments, the purpose that drives you to do it. I wept when I read your post.
Thank you so so very much for inspireing me, its just amazing to read. And to think, you all have come together like this from a web site, message board. OMG, just amazing,
Thank You!

 

[lisaviolet]

Morning Ladies!

I am so inspired by your stories, you accomplishments, the purpose that drives you to do it. I wept when I read your post.
Thank you so so very much for inspireing me, its just amazing to read. And to think, you all have come together like this from a web site, message board. OMG, just amazing,
Thank You!

Hi Jo.

Amiee, I couldn't get to sleep last night. I came on to say that I was worried about the hand swelling. I'm sure it's nothing but you know something to check about. Okay, I'm being a mother. But it sat with me Amiee.

to all.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

ok. Backing up a bit to catch up.

If you were eight, what would you want on your iPod?

Anything that has been re-mixed by Kidz Bop is probably a safe bet

I will never forget Nancy singing Love in an Elevator at the top of her lungs on Space Mountain. I laughed so hard I couldn't breathe.

I *told* you that I sing on every ride I laughed so hard my stomach cramped up. so fun.

Massage was beautiful. The excess water is starting to come off too.

I've been a bit concerned about all that swelling. Is it all gone yet?

Yes, the song was super special. Great pick, E. And I loved that they did shout-outs to us and played Born to Run!

that was so much fun. Remember how tired I was? And that I wanted to leave after every song, but then they'd play something else and I couldn't stop singing!

Liz was like, you are both so funny. Because you are totally fit and in great shape and think that you are still 31. Total denial about how fit and thin you are and total denial about your age!

Total and complete denial. I'll admit it, it's true.

OMG, remember how I had a sparkly a$$ all through MK? My take on it--it's big enough, so I might as well decorate it!

I had forgotten that. Butt bling.

Kat - the surprise. Yes, it was fantastic. The look on your face! It's etched in my memory.

Lisa - I so wish you could have been there!

WORD!

I also loved the bling glory that we got everywhere.

Glory Wh0res. And Amy scored a free Dole Whip!

[Ronda] Wipes off monitor.

Also, we know now...no going through the tents until we all finish! : ) So less bad lying karma on Nancy and Erika!

yes. Very long story. It will come out soon though

And Lisa, Nancy and E need a talking to. They are toned and fit and both have this 5lb weight that they feel but no one else can see. And Amy is skinny, too. Lisa, I should have listened to you many moons ago, it's true, and been done. So I am a convert! Listen to Lisa, my friends!!! : )

<blushes>. Thanks Liz. I thought everyone looked fabulous! Although it took me a minute to recognize EE with the blonde hair!

everything means WITHOUT being a little Polly Perfectionist

Polly Perfectionist?

That place will be when I'm regularly eating consciously and exercising and my weight lands and I feel good.

That's the place I've been striving for as well. We'll find it. I know we will. Have a wonderful trip, Lisa!!!!

 

[adsrtw]

Hi Jo.

Amiee, I couldn't get to sleep last night. I came on to say that I was worried about the hand swelling. I'm sure it's nothing but you know something to check about. Okay, I'm being a mother. But it sat with me Amiee.

to all.

Thanks for the thoughts. Its not bad at all anymore. Hand swelling is gone and I lost 4 lbs yesterday. Feet are still swollen, but I think the massage helped.

 

[3DisneyKids]

***We interrupt this thread for the following public service announcement***
​

Today is World Kidney Day!


In 1950, when the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) was founded, people with kidney failure had little hope or available treatments: there was no dialysis or transplants, which meant they simply died. And while great strides have been made, the scope of kidney disease continues to grow: 26 million Americans--1 in 9--have chronic kidney disease. More than 367,000 currently depend on dialysis for survival. More than 83,000 are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant. Every two hours, one person waiting for a kidney dies.

I am not asking you to contribute to anything, as I know we all have our own charities that we support for our own individual and family reasons. However, I would ask that you take a moment out of your day today to stop and say a prayer for my daughter Kelly and everyone else who battles kidney disease on a daily basis. A quick prayer or kind thought takes virtually no time and costs no money--but can have a huge impact. Thanks!

***I now return you to your regularly scheduled thread.***​

 

[adsrtw]

That's an awesome reminder.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Erika, I do pray for your daughter as well as every child.
Thanks for the post

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Remember when some random clueless man looked at our medals and asked " you guys RAN a 1/2 mile?!?!" and I was like "yeah. and then we reached the START LINE and ran 13 more"

<sigh> those were good times.

 

[DisneyGalUK]

Hi Everyone!

I am absolutely LOVING the race reports and photos - keep them coming!
I am so proud of each and every one of you! Its fun reading about the race from different perspectives too!

WORK - I am loving it! Its so different to anything I have done before, its manic busy, hard work, im learning so much, great!

***We interrupt this thread for the following public service announcement***
​

Today is World Kidney Day!


In 1950, when the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) was founded, people with kidney failure had little hope or available treatments: there was no dialysis or transplants, which meant they simply died. And while great strides have been made, the scope of kidney disease continues to grow: 26 million Americans--1 in 9--have chronic kidney disease. More than 367,000 currently depend on dialysis for survival. More than 83,000 are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant. Every two hours, one person waiting for a kidney dies.

I am not asking you to contribute to anything, as I know we all have our own charities that we support for our own individual and family reasons. However, I would ask that you take a moment out of your day today to stop and say a prayer for my daughter Kelly and everyone else who battles kidney disease on a daily basis. A quick prayer or kind thought takes virtually no time and costs no money--but can have a huge impact. Thanks!

***I now return you to your regularly scheduled thread.***​

This is an awesome reminder Erika! I think about Kelly often (well we do share a name!)

And in other news - DH and I are going to be an Uncle and Aunt. Yes, my brother in law (DH's youngest brother, 23 years old) is having a baby with his married girlfriend. Its an interesting time to say the least! We only found out about his girlfriend by accident really - she works with my BFF! Long story!

I hope everyone is having a great day!