In search of my body...not the one I ate!

[HockeyKat]

I sure hope so! However, this means that I have to at least try on my bathing suit....definitely NOT looking forward to that!

And I should say that I don't really consider myself a Mainer. Sure, I have lived in this state for 16 years, but Mainers consider anyone who doesn't have at least 2 generations born in the state as "from away." So, the real Mainers consider me an outsider. Fine by me....I like the word "to." I cannot stand MaineSpeak. Ugh! It sounds so uneducated and redneck-ish. I have lived so many places, but I guess NY is where I am "from" since that is where I went to high school.



So glad you got out on the ice tonight! Awesome! I miss it, but there is just no way I can accommodate it into my schedule anymore. Our ice times were always the worst!

I think it is hysterical that you are in you "summer league" already. I am sitting here in a thick sweatshirt, with a quilt, drinking hot cocoa (the sugar-free low cal stuff....but it is really good and feels like an indulgence!).

Ice times in the winter are a bit too late for my taste... usually start after 9PM. I wouldn't usually care but they are also at the rink by work, which means either staying there until 8PM, or driving 30 min home and 30 back. This summer league is at a rink on my way home, and starts at 7:45.

It isn't quite summer here yet, although it was 82 over the weekend! It was in the 50s today.

Kat, what is the deal with OBX? Must you have a sticker on your car to visit. I tell you, there are so many cars here in my own town that have an OBX sticker on it.

Is it like a Micky antennae topper? Everyone loves it so much they must declare?

Erica, I have lived in exactly 3 different houses in my same town. Crazy compared to you.

1. My growing up house
2. Hubby's grandma's house, upstairs, when we were first married and building our home. (18 years old and preggers to boot.)
3. My home now.

Nah, but it does seem to be the "thing" to do. My parents get a house there for 2 weeks every summer and they don't have a sticker. It is very nice out there, though...

I have lived in :
1) Parents' first house in Pgh area
2) Parents' 2nd house in Pgh area
3) 5 different dorm rooms (w/ roomate) in 3 yrs of undergrad
4) 2 different apts (w/ host family) in Barcelona during 4 yrs of undergrad
5) Apt (w/ roommate) in Wheaton, IL
6) Apt in Naperville,IL, alone
7) Apt in downtown Chicago, IL (near Wrigley)
8) Apt in Raleigh, NC, alone
9) Apt in Morrisville, NC, alone
10) Townhouse in Durham, NC (w/ ex-fiance)
11) Apt in Durham, NC, alone
12) Apt in same complex as 11 (w/ now-hubby)
13) Current house.

I have also had 8 jobs, 3 contract and 5 full-time, since I graduated college in 1997. Only 3 of those companies still exist in the same form that they do when I worked for them.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Kat, what is the deal with OBX? Must you have a sticker on your car to visit. I tell you, there are so many cars here in my own town that have an OBX sticker on it.

Is it like a Micky antennae topper? Everyone loves it so much they must declare?

Erica, I have lived in exactly 3 different houses in my same town. Crazy compared to you.

1. My growing up house
2. Hubby's grandma's house, upstairs, when we were first married and building our home. (18 years old and preggers to boot.)
3. My home now.

We had a summer house on the Outer Banks growing up...loved it! Haven't been to that area in years, but we are planning a trip with the whole clan next summer (all 5 of us kids with my parents, plus all of our spouses, and all 15 grandkids)!

Wow--only in one town? I cannot imagine, though it must be cool to have so much history somewhere.

My mom is an anthropologist (thus the bizarre treks they always go on that I mentioned earlier), so I got dragged everywhere. Lots of really cool experiences and I wouldn't trade it for anything...but it had a major impact on my life. I have a really hard time, sometimes, with the sedentary and "traditional" nature of my life. We don't go to exotic places. We are the "all American" family and we go to Disney.... Now of course, I love Disney, but sometimes I just get the urge to pack everyone up and go live in a village on the Island of Crete (or wherever) for a year or so. Before meeting DH, I spent a year in Alaska (LOVED it), and spent a lot of time living in the Keys (also LOVED it) and kinda banging around Europe.

Ah but the trade off...I am an "older" mom. I didn't have my fist till I was about 30...and my last at 33. So you and Dawn and Nancy get your adult-time back in your 40s....and I will still be doing the soccer mom thing. Wow--I can't imagine having built a house at age 18. I wouldn't have known what to do with a whole house at that age!

 

[Pixieshouse]

Hi everyone, I have been lurking and reading but not posting.

I still feel icky. I have had vertigo on and off for over a month and am sick of it! The first bout was about 4 weeks long and I am going on 2 weeks right now. I have an appt. with an ENT on Friday, which seems like light years away. I hate feeling this way and have absolutely no desire to do anything. And it goes without saying that when I am this dizzy I am not working out right now and the weight is just sitting here. So I am living through all you guys working your little hinies off!

 

[Dizneydawn]

Okay...so here is a nightline update...

My new person actually signed tonight at the Tupp myg and wants to have 13 parties in May...I met her at Sams Club..appraoched her cold Turkey...so I am very proud of myself...very..it was the motivation I needed...

Second...Treyner broke off his prom date with Jenna....they have not spent any time together since a month ago when they went tux shopping...she is partying on weekends and doesn't acknowledge him at school hardly...since his car became a submarine..he can't give her rides and thus...barely speaks with him...he knew they were going just as friends..but he felt like he was going to spend $500 on an evening with a stranger...

He went to her parents home after speaking with her to tell his side...she told him not to talk with her parents...he said that he wanted to clear the air and make sure they understood...

Jenna's Dad woks for Homeland Security...ex marine big dude...I would have been scared to death if I was him...but he is a kid who wanted to show respect...

Jennas parents were both there...He told them his reasons...he said he felt like he was being used as a way for her to go to prom..they understood...her Dad told Treyner that he was the type of man he hoped Jenna would be with someday but he did not feel she was mature enough right now to appreciate it...that she wanted to party and be with her friends...Treyner said it hurt him to hear her partying on the weekends because he did not want her to be in a situation that was irreversible. When he left..Jenna's mom said she was proud of him and that she hoped he would always stop by...Her dad walked him outside and shook his hand and said that Treyner brought a lot to their family and he hoped Jenna would realize what type of person he was before it was too late.

Treyner telling me this at 11 p.m., was still teary eyed..asking me why her parents could like him but Jenna couldn't. I told him I knew she liked him..but sometimes someone that mature is scary if you are not. I said to him it was like Jenna wanted this ride on a great rollercoaster but her fear kept turning her away and chickening out..that her big braavado talk was a show...to hide her insecurities...her fear of maybe this was a good guy...

If you remember the guy before Treyner was the kid that threatened to kill him..she was used to being treated like property for so long...she did not know how to react to any different...

LOng winded...but I was proud of Treyner to do the right thing even if it was hard...it gives me hope he would not spend 18 years in a relationship..afraid to walk away..or call off a wedding even if the short term is hurt..the long term is in his sight....

Prom is a month away still...there are other fish in the sea...I told him to keep his tux on hold...

There is a girl he's been talking to at for about 5 days...he met her at a club..she is his mirror...full ride to a D1 school in Texas for volleyball...no drinking...practices volleyball 4 days a week....very cute...her prom is a week before so she is open...

Treyner said he rather not go then go and have a bad time...we shall see..

 

[Dizneydawn]

My mom is an anthropologist (thus the bizarre treks they always go on that I mentioned earlier), so I got dragged everywhere. Lots of really cool experiences and I wouldn't trade it for anything...but it had a major impact on my life. I have a really hard time, sometimes, with the sedentary and "traditional" nature of my life. We don't go to exotic places. We are the "all American" family and we go to Disney.... Now of course, I love Disney, but sometimes I just get the urge to pack everyone up and go live in a village on the Island of Crete (or wherever) for a year or so. Before meeting DH, I spent a year in Alaska (LOVED it), and spent a lot of time living in the Keys (also LOVED it) and kinda banging around Europe.

Okay...you gotta start telling your stories of adventure and pilage....

Ah but the trade off...I am an "older" mom. I didn't have my fist till I was about 30...and my last at 33. So you and Dawn and Nancy get your adult-time back in your 40s....and I will still be doing the soccer mom thing. Wow--I can't imagine having built a house at age 18. I wouldn't have known what to do with a whole house at that age!

I was 19 in college when I had Treyner...22 with Carsyn and 24 with Baylor...everyone said I should have a tubal but I was not ready to make that decession...now I am so thankful I got pregnant early besides the obvious love for my kids because with my kidney issues...they would not have recommended kids if the full extent of the problems would have been known...glad I never had to make that choice...I will be 42 when Baylor leaves for college (otherwise known as I am legally not responsible ) and I am really kinda freaking out about that...it is not that far away and I have been a mom my whole life....I look forward to being able to travel etc... a little more freely and I know I could be a grandma at any point realistically...but I always wonder if I would want another one....some things are great about that...some scary...probably will never happen..but I do wonder... (Don't start rumours...Dan is neutered.... )

 

[Dizneydawn]

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[DisneyWorld Delight]

Ice times in the winter are a bit too late for my taste... usually start after 9PM. I wouldn't usually care but they are also at the rink by work, which means either staying there until 8PM, or driving 30 min home and 30 back. This summer league is at a rink on my way home, and starts at 7:45.

Kat, ice hockey sounds like fun. I'm not sure I'd be able to skate, much less competitivly shove a puck around. I do good just to spend Sunday morning in heels!

It isn't quite summer here yet, although it was 82 over the weekend! It was in the 50s today.



Nah, but it does seem to be the "thing" to do. My parents get a house there for 2 weeks every summer and they don't have a sticker. It is very nice out there, though...

I have lived in :
1) Parents' first house in Pgh area
2) Parents' 2nd house in Pgh area
3) 5 different dorm rooms (w/ roomate) in 3 yrs of undergrad
4) 2 different apts (w/ host family) in Barcelona during 4 yrs of undergrad
5) Apt (w/ roommate) in Wheaton, IL
6) Apt in Naperville,IL, alone
7) Apt in downtown Chicago, IL (near Wrigley)
8) Apt in Raleigh, NC, alone
9) Apt in Morrisville, NC, alone
10) Townhouse in Durham, NC (w/ ex-fiance)
11) Apt in Durham, NC, alone
12) Apt in same complex as 11 (w/ now-hubby)
13) Current house.

I have also had 8 jobs, 3 contract and 5 full-time, since I graduated college in 1997. Only 3 of those companies still exist in the same form that they do when I worked for them.

You have been all over the board. (I've been meaning to ask, do you like NASCAR, considering you live in the mother country?)

I am in awe of you. You are so independent. Truly.

We had a summer house on the Outer Banks growing up...loved it! Haven't been to that area in years, but we are planning a trip with the whole clan next summer (all 5 of us kids with my parents, plus all of our spouses, and all 15 grandkids)!

Wow--only in one town? I cannot imagine, though it must be cool to have so much history somewhere.

It is. And I love living with so much family around.

My mom is an anthropologist (thus the bizarre treks they always go on that I mentioned earlier), so I got dragged everywhere. Lots of really cool experiences and I wouldn't trade it for anything...but it had a major impact on my life. I have a really hard time, sometimes, with the sedentary and "traditional" nature of my life. We don't go to exotic places. We are the "all American" family and we go to Disney.... Now of course, I love Disney, but sometimes I just get the urge to pack everyone up and go live in a village on the Island of Crete (or wherever) for a year or so. Before meeting DH, I spent a year in Alaska (LOVED it), and spent a lot of time living in the Keys (also LOVED it) and kinda banging around Europe.

So your jypsy roots get restless behind that white picket fence.

"Banging around Europe" that is such a foreign concept to me. We just got our passports last year. Which I found highly exciting.

We haven't used them yet. When dh was working in El Paso, we considered going into Juarez (sp?) but he came across a paper in January, that indicated there had already been 36 murders. We decided against it.

Ah but the trade off...I am an "older" mom. I didn't have my fist till I was about 30...and my last at 33. So you and Dawn and Nancy get your adult-time back in your 40s....and I will still be doing the soccer mom thing. Wow--I can't imagine having built a house at age 18. I wouldn't have known what to do with a whole house at that age!

Our house is small. And since then, every room but ours has been completely remodeled. One of these days...

95/96 we couldn't get a bank to give us a loan to build a home. I mean who is gonna give two babies (with a real-live baby), $50,000 for a construction loan. SO, we ended up with 2 car loans, spent 6 months, day and night (after working our regular day jobs) out here. We did everything but finish the drywall.

Things were going pretty smooth, until our satellite dish was installed.

The only thing left to finish the house - was hubby installing the furnace and associated duct work and such. Carpet was in and everything. All we needed was heat and we could move in.

Well, we'd come out, sit down on the couch in the living room and watch tv with a salamander for heat blowing in from the garage.

But, we were 19(by then), and so tired. It was just nice to sit in our own space. When the evening was over, we'd pack up and head back to his grandma's to sleep. That set us back about 3 weeks.

Hi everyone, I have been lurking and reading but not posting.

I still feel icky. I have had vertigo on and off for over a month and am sick of it! The first bout was about 4 weeks long and I am going on 2 weeks right now. I have an appt. with an ENT on Friday, which seems like light years away. I hate feeling this way and have absolutely no desire to do anything. And it goes without saying that when I am this dizzy I am not working out right now and the weight is just sitting here. So I am living through all you guys working your little hinies off!

Vertigo is horrible. I don't have enough time to function, firing on all cylinders. I can't imagine having vertigo. I am sorry for you.

Okay...so here is a nightline update...

My new person actually signed tonight at the Tupp myg and wants to have 13 parties in May...I met her at Sams Club..appraoched her cold Turkey...so I am very proud of myself...very..it was the motivation I needed...

1. You rock. 2. I can't believe you did that!!!

Second...Treyner broke off his prom date with Jenna....they have not spent any time together since a month ago when they went tux shopping...she is partying on weekends and doesn't acknowledge him at school hardly...since his car became a submarine..he can't give her rides and thus...barely speaks with him...he knew they were going just as friends..but he felt like he was going to spend $500 on an evening with a stranger...

He went to her parents home after speaking with her to tell his side...she told him not to talk with her parents...he said that he wanted to clear the air and make sure they understood...

Jenna's Dad woks for Homeland Security...ex marine big dude...I would have been scared to death if I was him...but he is a kid who wanted to show respect...

Jennas parents were both there...He told them his reasons...he said he felt like he was being used as a way for her to go to prom..they understood...her Dad told Treyner that he was the type of man he hoped Jenna would be with someday but he did not feel she was mature enough right now to appreciate it...that she wanted to party and be with her friends...Treyner said it hurt him to hear her partying on the weekends because he did not want her to be in a situation that was irreversible. When he left..Jenna's mom said she was proud of him and that she hoped he would always stop by...Her dad walked him outside and shook his hand and said that Treyner brought a lot to their family and he hoped Jenna would realize what type of person he was before it was too late.

Treyner telling me this at 11 p.m., was still teary eyed..asking me why her parents could like him but Jenna couldn't. I told him I knew she liked him..but sometimes someone that mature is scary if you are not. I said to him it was like Jenna wanted this rideon a great rollercoaster but her fear kept turning her away and chickening out..that her big braavado talk was a show...to hide her insecurities...her fear of maybe this was a good guy...

If you remember the guy before Treyner was the kid that threatened to kill him..she was used to being treated like property for so long...she did not know how to react to any different...

LOng winded...but I was proud of Treyner to do the right thing even if it was hard...it gives me hope he would not spend 18 years in a relationship..afraid to walk away..or call off a wedding even if the short term is hurt..the long term is in his sight....

Prom is a month away still...there are other fish in the sea...I told him to keep his tux on hold...

There is a girl he's been talking to at for about 5 days...he met her at a club..she is his mirror...full ride to a D1 school in Texas for volleyball...no drinking...practices volleyball 4 days a week....very cute...her prom is a week before so she is open...

Treyner said he rather not go then go and have a bad time...we shall see..

I am so impressed. You are raising a super star. Good job. You have every reason to be proud. He thinks things thru, doesn't just feel. And he still talks to you. I'm proud and he's not even mine.

Ok, gotta get to work.

 

[goofyfan-12]

Okay...so here is a nightline update...

My new person actually signed tonight at the Tupp myg and wants to have 13 parties in May...I met her at Sams Club..appraoched her cold Turkey...so I am very proud of myself...very..it was the motivation I needed...

Second...Treyner broke off his prom date with Jenna....they have not spent any time together since a month ago when they went tux shopping...she is partying on weekends and doesn't acknowledge him at school hardly...since his car became a submarine..he can't give her rides and thus...barely speaks with him...he knew they were going just as friends..but he felt like he was going to spend $500 on an evening with a stranger...

He went to her parents home after speaking with her to tell his side...she told him not to talk with her parents...he said that he wanted to clear the air and make sure they understood...

Jenna's Dad woks for Homeland Security...ex marine big dude...I would have been scared to death if I was him...but he is a kid who wanted to show respect...

Jennas parents were both there...He told them his reasons...he said he felt like he was being used as a way for her to go to prom..they understood...her Dad told Treyner that he was the type of man he hoped Jenna would be with someday but he did not feel she was mature enough right now to appreciate it...that she wanted to party and be with her friends...Treyner said it hurt him to hear her partying on the weekends because he did not want her to be in a situation that was irreversible. When he left..Jenna's mom said she was proud of him and that she hoped he would always stop by...Her dad walked him outside and shook his hand and said that Treyner brought a lot to their family and he hoped Jenna would realize what type of person he was before it was too late.

Treyner telling me this at 11 p.m., was still teary eyed..asking me why her parents could like him but Jenna couldn't. I told him I knew she liked him..but sometimes someone that mature is scary if you are not. I said to him it was like Jenna wanted this rideon a great rollercoaster but her fear kept turning her away and chickening out..that her big braavado talk was a show...to hide her insecurities...her fear of maybe this was a good guy...

If you remember the guy before Treyner was the kid that threatened to kill him..she was used to being treated like property for so long...she did not know how to react to any different...

LOng winded...but I was proud of Treyner to do the right thing even if it was hard...it gives me hope he would not spend 18 years in a relationship..afraid to walk away..or call off a wedding even if the short term is hurt..the long term is in his sight....

Prom is a month away still...there are other fish in the sea...I told him to keep his tux on hold...

There is a girl he's been talking to at for about 5 days...he met her at a club..she is his mirror...full ride to a D1 school in Texas for volleyball...no drinking...practices volleyball 4 days a week....very cute...her prom is a week before so she is open...

Treyner said he rather not go then go and have a bad time...we shall see..

Dawn - in all that you have had to deal with in life, this is proof positive that you did a very good thing in raising your kids. Those lessons are priceless and despite anything else that may be going on in your life (taxes, Giant Turd, etc) you can sleep at night knowing that you have three great kids with really good hearts... Enjoy them....

Goof

 

[Dizneydawn]

But, we were 19(by then), and so tired. It was just nice to sit in our own space. When the evening was over, we'd pack up and head back to his grandma's to sleep. That set us back about 3 weeks.
I can totally relate..I cannot imagine going through what I had th eenergy to do back then...(for us it was 2 kids in college) and I admire your tenacity to foccus on what your family would have once it was all over...

I am so impressed. You are raising a super star. Good job. You have every reason to be proud. He thinks things thru, doesn't just feel. And he still talks to you. I'm proud and he's not even mine.
Thank you for saying that...This morning when I was dropping the kids off at school...Treyner said that he found out that Jenna had just bought her shoes the day before...when he found this out he was with her parents...he put his head on the kitchen counter and her Dad said not to worry that that is even more proof that Jenna was not communicating with him...Treyner said
"I am just like my mom in that way..."
Dad said.."What do you mean?"
"I want to know everything and then when I do I get even more stressed out and feel worry or guilt," Treyner said.

I was amazed at his insight to me because that is something we never talk about...but he is dead on...maybe he should be talking to You Erika about his career...he could have a TV show in 20 years..."Tough Times ....with Dr. Treyner..." (okay...tired and slap happy...I have never said the term DR. with his name and it sounded weird...maybe I have been pigeonholing him....)

Ok, gotta get to work.

Dawn - in all that you have had to deal with in life, this is proof positive that you did a very good thing in raising your kids. Those lessons are priceless and despite anything else that may be going on in your life (taxes, Giant Turd, etc) you can sleep at night knowing that you have three great kids with really good hearts... Enjoy them....

Goof

Thank you...they aren't bad these teenagers...I actually have loved this time...there are moments an Carsyn is my head -buter most of the time...but they are great..I am excited to see everyone in December...!!!
Would those of you going be interested in going to a Birthday dinner for Treyner on one night you are there??? We could do Kona's or Chefs de France..wasn't sure if you guys would be up for the parks this trip or not???

I feel like you all know him and it would be like having relatives nearby and not inviting them...

 

[HockeyKat]

You have been all over the board. (I've been meaning to ask, do you like NASCAR, considering you live in the mother country?)

I am in awe of you. You are so independent. Truly.

No, no NASCAR here. I am really only a hockey fan, although I tolerate football.

And thanks! I really didn't have much of a choice in the matter, I don't think. I have never been much of a joiner, and I was certainly not sought after enough in high school to wind up with anyone then.

As to the skating, well, I didn't really know how to do that either when I started, and I am still not that great at it. We rather look like little kids attempting to play soccer, I think.


Dawn, Treyner is incredible. You should be so proud. And absolutely we should celebrate his birthday. O'Hana? I know you can do a GG there and we should definitely qualify.


And, Mr Kat is building up the reason for me to shove in the Dec trip... he is going to some concert on the 26th, I think, and once that actually materializes I will say, so, since you did this, I can...

Anyone want to come visit me that weekend?

 

[Pixieshouse]

Dawn, I can only hope that my kids will be as responsible and smart as yours when they hit teenage years. Mine are 2 nd 6 I have a ways to go! Treyner sounds like an amazing young man, be proud!

 

[3DisneyKids]

Hey Babes! I love it when I get back from the gym and there are lots of posts to catch up on!

I am in awe of you. You are so independent. Truly.

This is what I think of Kat as well. Strong, independent, and fearless!





95/96 we couldn't get a bank to give us a loan to build a home. I mean who is gonna give two babies (with a real-live baby), $50,000 for a construction loan. SO, we ended up with 2 car loans, spent 6 months, day and night (after working our regular day jobs) out here. We did everything but finish the drywall.

But, we were 19(by then), and so tired. It was just nice to sit in our own space. When the evening was over, we'd pack up and head back to his grandma's to sleep. That set us back about 3 weeks.

Good thing you were only 19! Who else would have the energy for all of that? Were you pg when you were working on the house?!?

I think you put it perfectly...yes, my gypsy roots sometimes get restless sitting in small town America. I hate to complain because the reality is that I totally love my life. It was this past Christmas and Jeff and I were having one of those "life expectations" types of talks and he asked, "If you could change any one thing about your life, what would it be?" And my answer was easy--my weight and unhealthy body. [enter Body Board!] But that is very much true...I love being a mom, I have a great career, we are financially solid, I have great friends and amazing parents and extended family.

But other than the weight thing (which is changing as I type!) yeah, every once in a while I look around and it is like, "How did this get to be my life? How come I am not in Antarctica studying the communication patterns of the narwhal?" Or some crazy thing.

Dawn - in all that you have had to deal with in life, this is proof positive that you did a very good thing in raising your kids. Those lessons are priceless and despite anything else that may be going on in your life (taxes, Giant Turd, etc) you can sleep at night knowing that you have three great kids with really good hearts... Enjoy them....

Goof

DITTO! Goof said it so much better than I could!

I am excited to see everyone in December...!!!
Would those of you going be interested in going to a Birthday dinner for Treyner on one night you are there??? We could do Kona's or Chefs de France..wasn't sure if you guys would be up for the parks this trip or not???

I feel like you all know him and it would be like having relatives nearby and not inviting them...

I am totally psyched for December. As I posted yesterday, thinking about it really got me through my run yesterday. And then today I tried on my bathing suit... ...and didn't need any extra motivation to go for my run!

I am pretty much up for whatever...we can do parks or no parks...anything except O'hana for dinner! I find it just God awful. The Dis boards have built it up so that it has a reputation it does not deserve. Seriously, though, I will go anywhere. This trip is a celebration for me, so I am up for whatever comes.

And, Mr Kat is building up the reason for me to shove in the Dec trip... he is going to some concert on the 26th, I think, and once that actually materializes I will say, so, since you did this, I can...

Anyone want to come visit me that weekend?

Awesome! We know that you will be there!

Now we have to figure out a way to get DWD there. It won't be a trip without you! Is it that you can't explain to him that you are going to go on a vacay with a bunch of people you met online? (I haven't exactly mentioned that part yet, btw.) Or is it that he won't want you to go away without him? I am committed to finding a solution to this...you WILL be with us in December! No other option.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

I have never been much of a joiner

And now we sit together at the popular table! Or at least that's how I feel here. I know I'm a dork, but I have some serious fun with you guys, my invisible friends.

As to the skating, well, I didn't really know how to do that either when I started, and I am still not that great at it. We rather look like little kids attempting to play soccer, I think.

Sounds hilarious!

And, Mr Kat is building up the reason for me to shove in the Dec trip... he is going to some concert on the 26th, I think, and once that actually materializes I will say, so, since you did this, I can...

Anyone want to come visit me that weekend?

Ah yes. The old bait and switch. I know it well. Still working on my angle.

I think you put it perfectly...yes, my gypsy roots sometimes get restless sitting in small town America. I hate to complain because the reality is that I totally love my life. It was this past Christmas and Jeff and I were having one of those "life expectations" types of talks and he asked, "If you could change any one thing about your life, what would it be?" And my answer was easy--my weight and unhealthy body. [enter Body Board!] But that is very much true...I love being a mom, I have a great career, we are financially solid, I have great friends and amazing parents and extended family.

But other than the weight thing (which is changing as I type!) yeah, every once in a while I look around and it is like, "How did this get to be my life? How come I am not in Antarctica studying the communication patterns of the narwhal?" Or some crazy thing.

Regarding the narwhal. What the heck?

That's neat you are actually changing the "one" thing. (I have a whole list. Weight being first.)

Now we have to figure out a way to get DWD there. It won't be a trip without you! Is it that you can't explain to him that you are going to go on a vacay with a bunch of people you met online? (I haven't exactly mentioned that part yet, btw.) Or is it that he won't want you to go away without him? I am committed to finding a solution to this...you WILL be with us in December! No other option.

Agreed. Still working on my angle. Something will come up. I guess the main problem is, it's DisneyWorld. And that is our "family" destination. So, that might be the major stickler.

I actually took a trip to Disney with my real life best friend. Also a DISser. It was probably one of the few times I actually did what I wanted. We had a good time, but, but, the anxiety was alot to bear.

My husband expects me to be at the ready, i.e. available, so that precludes any other options. It's like being married to the President. Well, that trumps everything else, doesn't it.

And before anyone points out that he's not the president. I know this. He just doesn't.

And I'm sure the strangers met online angle won't hold water. Heck, I wouldn't even be onboard if someone told me they were meeting up with a bunch of people they met online.

 

[3DisneyKids]

And now we sit together at the popular table! Or at least that's how I feel here. I know I'm a dork, but I have some serious fun with you guys, my invisible friends.


Too funny! I think of it that way, too!



Regarding the narwhal. What the heck?

Imagine a cross between a dolphin and a unicorn:

That's neat you are actually changing the "one" thing. (I have a whole list. Weight being first.)

Well, I was only allowed ONE thing! So weight was first. Once I have taken care of ME, then I begin to work on US. My marriage is solid, but could certainly be stronger, so I will work on that is my next project. I will say, though, that working on ME is having a great affect on US. He is much happier, more positive, etc. and I think it is a direct result of the fact that I making fitness a priority again. (It used to be a big part of our relationship...we met at the gym, used to train together, etc.)




Agreed. Still working on my angle. Something will come up. I guess the main problem is, it's DisneyWorld. And that is our "family" destination. So, that might be the major stickler.

I actually took a trip to Disney with my real life best friend. Also a DISser. It was probably one of the few times I actually did what I wanted. We had a good time, but, but, the anxiety was alot to bear.

My husband expects me to be at the ready, i.e. available, so that precludes any other options. It's like being married to the President. Well, that trumps everything else, doesn't it.

And before anyone points out that he's not the president. I know this. He just doesn't.

And I'm sure the strangers met online angle won't hold water. Heck, I wouldn't even be onboard if someone told me they were meeting up with a bunch of people they met online.

Well, I am only doing like 3 nights...hopefully he can manage without you for that long. That is one of my issues on this end as well...and I don't even manage DH's business! He just wants me managing the house and the kids and the schedule, and....you know.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

and....you know.

yeah, I know.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

OMG, you guys! It's like a page turning novel in here! Couldn't you all have been quiet until I could catch up in real time?

Wow, where to start?

Paula, I think gaining .8 is nothing! You have kicked a$$. You will get back on JC and kick again!

Dawn, I think your kids are amazing. Really. There's some mothering skills there that I'd love to learn.

Erika I had Em at 30 - we are not old mothers!

But as far as kids go I think Liz has got it right in many ways - My best friend - have I mentioned her? Jackie? She and I have been friends for 25 years. She had her son, my godson/nephew on her 19th birthday. The day he turns 21 she will turn 40. Now, that is amazing. Her second was born when she was 23. I got lucky to have these amazing kids in my life when I was 19 and 23. I got to be the aunt and love them and I love them dearly, but Jackie did give up a lot. And i know what it's like for her, and how hard it's been to break away and take time for herself - like you feel, maybe, Liz. I came into marriage and motherhood with this sense of entitlement, so weekends away have been my right, in my mind.

I get the other side. I have watched Jackie come into her own, work two jobs at a time, raise two kids, and graduate from college as an adult, do all the things that were easy for me and do it all with grace. She is my hero, no doubt about it. So it's easier for me to say, "Bye! Going to WDW with my Board friends!" and my only guilt is the money, but even that I can squash. It's much harder for her, and that Vegas trip was for her, not me.

Still, I really hope you find a way to be there, too.

Funny point - I told my mom about the board on Sunday and the trip and she thought it sounded great. I think I've broken them down! Only took 33 years!

Kat shout out to Naperville! My family is from Chicago and Joliet. We are the only NJ refugees.

It's soda and subs, btw. In NJ, that's how we roll.

But back to Kat...I admire your sense of self and your self- awareness. It's a gift not many have, to be able to look at their life for what it is. And know who they are, despite the trappings of job, wife, daughter, sister, friend. You do it well.

I'm sorry, what is that sea creature called? Narwhal? I totally think you made that up! Where do they live?

We are sooo the cool kids! Our table is the coolest!

Went to meet the personal trainer. Loved him! (But not in the hot-trainer way, thank God.) He totally listened to me and wrote down what I said. Did an endurance test. I did really well! I'm not as pathetic as I thought I was! Now the decision is, to train or not to train? Nick and I have to talk money (we have none, remember the money spending of two weeks ago?). We'll have to see. I'd love to do 2x a week for a few months and then 1x a week. We also discussed classes that would be good for me and cardio. We will meet on Friday, 2nd free meeting, and I'll learn a program and some new cardio. So even if I can't have the personal attention, I'll be on a path! I loved that he suggested classes to work in! And trainers stretch you! WHY did no one tell me this before? Heather, Nancy, Erika? Fitness people! You held out on me! It was like being a basketball player - you lie down and they stretch you! How cool is that???

Okay, carry on with your interesting stories - I'll be reading!

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

OMG, you guys! It's like a page turning novel in here! Couldn't you all have been quiet until I could catch up in real time?

Wow, where to start?

Paula, I think gaining .8 is nothing! You have kicked a$$. You will get back on JC and kick again!

Dawn, I think your kids are amazing. Really. There's some mothering skills there that I'd love to learn.

Erika I had Em at 30 - we are not old mothers!

But as far as kids go I think Liz has got it right in many ways - My best friend - have I mentioned her? Jackie? She and I have been friends for 25 years. She had her son, my godson/nephew on her 19th birthday. The day he turns 21 she will turn 40. Now, that is amazing. Her second was born when she was 23. I got lucky to have these amazing kids in my life when I was 19 and 23. I got to be the aunt and love them and I love them dearly, but Jackie did give up a lot. And i know what it's like for her, and how hard it's been to break away and take time for herself - like you feel, maybe, Liz. I came into marriage and motherhood with this sense of entitlement, so weekends away have been my right, in my mind.

I wasn't planning on preggers at 18. Happened. But yes, I see your point. You knew who you were when you got married and had Emily. I won't know who I am till I rip apart 3 other people who think I am there for their sole benifit. (Just so you know, I'm a supermodel, chef. )

I get the other side. I have watched Jackie come into her own, work two jobs at a time, raise two kids, and graduate from college as an adult, do all the things that were easy for me and do it all with grace. She is my hero, no doubt about it. So it's easier for me to say, "Bye! Going to WDW with my Board friends!" and my only guilt is the money, but even that I can squash. It's much harder for her, and that Vegas trip was for her, not me.

Still, I really hope you find a way to be there, too.

Funny point - I told my mom about the board on Sunday and the trip and she thought it sounded great. I think I've broken them down! Only took 33 years!

Sounds to me, like mama is pleased with you, no matter what.

Kat shout out to Naperville! My family is from Chicago and Joliet. We are the only NJ refugees.

It's soda and subs, btw. In NJ, that's how we roll.

But back to Kat...I admire your sense of self and your self- awareness. It's a gift not many have, to be able to look at their life for what it is. And know who they are, despite the trappings of job, wife, daughter, sister, friend. You do it well.

I'm sorry, what is that sea creature called? Narwhal? I totally think you made that up! Where do they live? Agreed. Erica is so smart, she thinks she can make up stuff and we'll believe her.
We are sooo the cool kids! Our table is the coolest!

Went to meet the personal trainer. Loved him! (But not in the hot-trainer way, thank God.) He totally listened to me and wrote down what I said. Did an endurance test. I did really well! I'm not as pathetic as I thought I was! Now the decision is, to train or not to train? Nick and I have to talk money (we have none, remember the money spending of two weeks ago?). We'll have to see. I'd love to do 2x a week for a few months and then 1x a week. We also discussed classes that would be good for me and cardio. We will meet on Friday, 2nd free meeting, and I'll learn a program and some new cardio. So even if I can't have the personal attention, I'll be on a path! I loved that he suggested classes to work in! And trainers stretch you! WHY did no one tell me this before? Heather, Nancy, Erika? Fitness people! You held out on me! It was like being a basketball player - you lie down and they stretch you! How cool is that???

Okay, carry on with your interesting stories - I'll be reading!

"It was like being a basketball player" - that has to be the funniest line yet. Basketball player. You went to basketball player.

"Okay, carry on with your interesting stories" - you're encouraged to share some of your own interesting stories.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Theft Problem: IMPORTANT MESSAGE

You've heard about people who have been abducted and had their kidneys removed by black-market organ thieves.

My thighs were stolen from me during the night a few years ago. I went to sleep and woke up with someone else's thighs. It was just that quick. The replacements had the texture of cooked oatmeal. Whose thighs were these and what happened to mine? I spent the entire summer looking for my thighs. Finally, hurt and angry, I resigned myself to living out my life in jeans. And then the thieves struck again.

My butt was next. I knew it was the same gang , because they took pains to match my new rear-end to the thighs they had stuck me with earlier. But my new butt was attached at least three inches lower than my original! I realized I'd have to give up my jeans in favor of long skirts.

Two years ago I realized my arms had been switched. One morning I was fixing my hair and was horrified to see the flesh of my upper arm swing to and fro with the motion of the hairbrush. This was really getting scary - my body was being replaced one section at a time. What could they do to me next?

When my poor neck suddenly disappeared and was replaced with a turkey neck, I decided to tell my story.

Women of the world, wake up and smell the coffee! Those 'plastic' surgeons are using REAL replacement body parts -stolen from you and me! The next time someone you know has something 'lifted', look again - was it lifted from you?

THIS IS NOT A HOAX. This is happening to women everywhere every night.

WARN YOUR FRIENDS!

P.S. Last year I thought some one had stolen my ****s. I was lying in bed and they were gone! But when I jumped out of bed, I was relieved to see that they had just been hiding in my armpits as I slept. Now I keep them hidden in my waistband!

 

[HockeyKat]

Fearless... far from it. I just put up a good front.

Sadly, I knew what a narwhal was already, thanks to Futurama.

DWD, I guess we do sit together at the popular table! One of the reasons I love this thread so...

Okay, Erika, no O'Hana.

I am getting lots of positive validation this week, for some reason. I went to lunch today with a bunch of old coworkers, yet another lunch for this guy who is leaving (and is a good friend of mine). Saw another guy I hadn't seen since probably early 2007 (my heaviest). He was like, crap, you lost a whole PERSON.

This helped me be good at lunch... we went to a wing place, so I had a small house salad w/ ff french, and 1 wing. I ate my pita wrap when I got back, like a good girl.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Liz, glad you liked the b-ball player analogy. My husband is a BIG college fan! All I could think was, "OMG! It's just like at games!"

Jackie sure didn't pick it, either. First semester of freshman year in college, and she was the shining star of her family, the "good" one, the "smart" one. There was much drama over that! But she made it work out so well, you'd swear she planned it. She got everyone on board so fast, the naysayers had whiplash.

No O'Hana. Agreed. But, Dawn, I want in for Treyner's birthday! I'd be honored to be there.