In Search of My Body vol.9 - I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends

[AKASnowWhite]

They also wear their PJs inside out and flush an ice cube down the toilet. No superstitions in CT?

um, no. We got nuthin'

Paula - one, made to order, funk zapper

I like it!

So, of course, it's snowing here. I'm guessing we've had about a foot so far here. Some parts of the state are closing in on 2'. It's definitely a winter wonderland out there!

 

[3DisneyKids]

Yup, just read an article on MSNBC about all of the above snow day rituals--definitely not just a Maine thing. Apparently another big one is to put a white object - like a white crayon - on your bedroom windowsill. But the PJs, spoons, and ice cubes are the most common.

 

[3DisneyKids]

um, no. We got nuthin'


Oh! You all are just dead inside!

I like it!

Yes, Ronda! Forgot to mention that--LOVE the Funk Zapper! I'll have to keep one handy!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

It's really coming down! Oh, how I love a snow day! Kids are already getting suited up to go out...not bothering to wait until the snow ends. It's a pretty huge storm, though, so it looks like it will snow all day.

wait. You're kids are UP?

 

[3DisneyKids]

They aren't teen-agers yet! They slept till 8:15-ish though. We made them go to bed at regular time last night (just in case). Saturdays and Sundays they will sleep till 9 or 9:30, but that's because they stay up late on week-end nights.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Yeah, we are expected to get 12" + as well.

So the spoon thing...when kids want a snow day, they put a spoon under their pillow facing east (the spoon has to face east) and that will guarantee a snow day. No idea where that came from. But all of the teachers are into it and tell the kids to do it, etc. They get into it. They also wear their PJs inside out and flush an ice cube down the toilet. No superstitions in CT?

We do that here. It's in a teacher's handbook, I swear. And we did get a snow day! My office decided to close on Monday for today, so we could move our clients. School was called last night. So we could just chill here.

Emily was up at some godforsaken time. I went back to sleep. Nick has to work from home, so there you go. Ha! I just got up, checked my email and the thread, and have to start my dinner ASAP. Crockpot, because I will actually be here to give it the 8-10 hours! I usually do the 3-4 hour ones.

Jo, how is your babe?

I will reply more in a bit!

 

[amykab]

Love all the snow day rituals! we never did anything like that in VT.

Miles done for today. A whole 2.5 miles. how lame is that? Trying to work my way up to 3-4 as my normal shorter run. Going to attempt 5 on Saturday. It might be a bit far, but I am thinking since I'm walking most of it it will be okay. I did run a couple quarter mile intervals though and that felt good. I'll be lucky to get up to 8-9 miles before the half. It has happened to me once before and I got through it okay.

Waiting on my kindle to arrive!

 

[3DisneyKids]

SO exciting. You know how I adore my Kindle. And it is so so easy--right out of the box!

I am thinking I might only be able to train up to 9 as well. We'll see. Tomorrow will be a good bench mark for me. I am going to attempt 8 and see how it goes and how I feel. I won't push it though--too much too fast is a recipe for disaster as we all know.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Amy, we are right on track! I have to do something today - goal is 3 on my home TM (Sucky TM). Then 5 on the weekend. You will come out with flying colors! I know!

Okay, plans being online. Here's my concern. I have someone that I have successfully blocked from my online life. My FB posts are only seen by friends, all other accounts are not seen unless I okay it, all of that. However, you cannot block anyone from the DIS. Anyone could be reading this. Mostly, that's okay. I do trust the thread, but I also trust way too easy, as I have discovered. So I will happily TR the trip, but as to plans, I really don't want them for public view.

I have no real concerns for my safety or the safety of my family, but I do have concerns over emotional safety for myself and my family. I do not want it out there when and where I will be and who will be with me, or not with me. I hope that's clear without having to spell it out too much.

I also hope all of you can respect this. Yeah, drama, but hopefully it's on it's way out! For good!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Miles done for today. A whole 2.5 miles. how lame is that?

it's not lame at ALL Amy. Did you forget that you just had a baby? I honestly think that you are in better shape than you give yourself credit for, and that slow steady training will get you in a good place for the Princess. Sure, you may not turn in a PR, but who really cares? You just had a BABY!

I am going to attempt 8 and see how it goes and how I feel. I won't push it though--too much too fast is a recipe for disaster as we all know.

And with all this snow are you going to be force inside?

Amy, we are right on track! I have to do something today - goal is 3 on my home TM (Sucky TM).

grrrr. I need to do something too. (other than procrastinate) But I don't wanna. <insert temper tantrum smiley>

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Alaina is better. Thanks for asking

i understand how u feel abou posting on the web.
i dont even use my real name on facebook

 

[robmck3898]

There is way too much Kindle love on this thread..... ;-) Nook = awesome

 

[DisneyGalUK]

Hi Everyone!

Weigh in tonight...I am down 2.5lbs! That puts me 2lbs away from goal! So close yet so far!

E - Pjs, spoons, ice cubes? Im going to start doing that

Everyone - Hi!

Off to watch Grey's Anatomy!

 

[cathie1327]

Argh---

Just have to say that I hate being reminded of how darn naive I am.

Why do people on public forums have to be so argumentative and RUDE?! l really just don't get it.

I got reminded today why I stick mainly to this thread and the podcast board.




ANYWAY-I hope everyone's having a good day

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

way to go Kelly, 2 lbs to go!!!

 

[cathie1327]

Hi Everyone!

Weigh in tonight...I am down 2.5lbs! That puts me 2lbs away from goal! So close yet so far!

E - Pjs, spoons, ice cubes? Im going to start doing that

Everyone - Hi!

Off to watch Grey's Anatomy!

Look at you go!!!!!! That's awesome!!!! Great job!

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Alaina is better. Thanks for asking

i understand how u feel abou posting on the web.
i dont even use my real name on facebook

Jo, she needs tonsils out? Is that for sure?

There is way too much Kindle love on this thread..... ;-) Nook = awesome

Ah, I'm with you! Nook nook nook!

So, Rob, I have totally let you settle in. So tell us. Married? Single? SIgnificat other? I might have missed the details, sorry. But I didn't jump on it immediately, so I feel very proud.

I have a coworker who immediately tries to pimp us all out, only she calls it fixing us up.

Hi Everyone!

Weigh in tonight...I am down 2.5lbs! That puts me 2lbs away from goal! So close yet so far!

E - Pjs, spoons, ice cubes? Im going to start doing that

Everyone - Hi!

Off to watch Grey's Anatomy!

Way to go!!!! I'm so very excited for you!

Argh---

Just have to say that I hate being reminded of how darn naive I am.

Why do people on public forums have to be so argumentative and RUDE?! l really just don't get it.

I got reminded today why I stick mainly to this thread and the podcast board.




ANYWAY-I hope everyone's having a good day

I'm the same way. I'm like a puppy that keeps getting kicked and is surprised every time.

way to go Kelly, 2 lbs to go!!!

You said it!!!!!


Online stuff. I am happy to do an email list for anyone who wants to plan along - Lisa? And again, I'm okay putting it up once it's over. I am pretty much an open book online normally, but not this time. It just seems foolish to me, like I might regret it.

New shoes, training. I got my Nikes, half size up and wide. My sport band. Tried them out today. Total fail on the sport band! I didn't totally understand the directions, so my workout wasn't logged. The shoes felt nice, wide, good size. Heel blister on the left heel. I just get those. But so far, I'm happy. Worth another few workouts to see if they are the shoes of this half!

So ladies and Rob. We are ordering race shirts. Does anyone want one? The front will say "Team Goddess" and the back will say "It's not about winning, it's about finishing...with a little help from my friends". They come in many sizes and I can post the link to check sizes. They are great for anything! Although maybe not for a guy. Goddess and all! Sorry! . But if you want one, I would think that was very brave! I could get one without the Team Goddess, I bet.

Anyhoo! That's my story!

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

So ladies and Rob. We are ordering race shirts. Does anyone want one? The front will say "Team Goddess" and the back will say "It's not about winning, it's about finishing...with a little help from my friends". They come in many sizes and I can post the link to check sizes. They are great for anything! Although maybe not for a guy. Goddess and all! Sorry! . But if you want one, I would think that was very brave! I could get one without the Team Goddess, I bet.

Anyhoo! That's my story!

I want one!!!! Am I worthy???!!!

No not for sure on her tonsils yet, we go next week.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Hi Everyone!

Weigh in tonight...I am down 2.5lbs! That puts me 2lbs away from goal! So close yet so far!

E - Pjs, spoons, ice cubes? Im going to start doing that

Everyone - Hi!

Off to watch Grey's Anatomy!

FANTASTIC, Kelly! Goddess crown for you!

Argh---

Just have to say that I hate being reminded of how darn naive I am.

Why do people on public forums have to be so argumentative and RUDE?! l really just don't get it.

I got reminded today why I stick mainly to this thread and the podcast board.




ANYWAY-I hope everyone's having a good day

Cathie--I didn't know you were a podcaster! I just got back from the podcast cruise! I won the first one. I've been on several times and my daughter Kelly will be on next week or the week after.

New shoes, training. I got my Nikes, half size up and wide. My sport band. Tried them out today. Total fail on the sport band! I didn't totally understand the directions, so my workout wasn't logged. The shoes felt nice, wide, good size. Heel blister on the left heel. I just get those. But so far, I'm happy. Worth another few workouts to see if they are the shoes of this half!

So ladies and Rob. We are ordering race shirts. Does anyone want one? The front will say "Team Goddess" and the back will say "It's not about winning, it's about finishing...with a little help from my friends". They come in many sizes and I can post the link to check sizes. They are great for anything! Although maybe not for a guy. Goddess and all! Sorry! . But if you want one, I would think that was very brave! I could get one without the Team Goddess, I bet.

Anyhoo! That's my story!

First--Nike Sportsband. How could you mess it up? What did you do? Just push the button and go. Defective one?

Shirts--I want one, of course. But I would love for anyone on this thread to have one, even if they aren't doing the Princess. Lisa? Kelly? Ronda? Paula? The Cutie? All other contributors...Totally members of Team Goddess!

Today was a scheduled rest day for me. I shoveled. We got about 2 feet of snow. Tomorrow I attempt the 8 miler. And OF COURSE it will be outside, Nancy! OMG, I cannot do the TM. And if the roads haven't been properly cleared yet, I will swap with Friday's workout and run then. ANYTHING to avoid the TM!

 

[poppinspal]

Hello ladies and gentleman. Anyone want me to ship them some snow? We have some and have run out of places to put it.

I'm with the nook people here but the rest of my family have kindles.

Kelly- Great job on the loss!

E- I've heard the pajamas and ice, not the whole spoon bit. Schools are closing here for tomorrow too, not me though, we're delayed. How are things up a little further north?

Liz- I'll shoot you a pm with my email address. I totally understand wanting to keep the planning off a public forum and then sharing later. I'd also be in for a shirt.

I had a bad day of eating and was lazier then I should be on a day off. Tomorrow is my new start once and for all, I have to stop letting work come between me and a healthy me. (I've been so drained from drama I haven't been as dedicated as I could be.) My new boyfriend(yes, it's official) has asked me if I'd want to go to Tampa, FL with him in March and while I'm happy how with how I look in a bathing suit I'm determined to wear something a bit more revealing. (In other words not wearing a tankini that I was wearing 25 pounds ago.) I want to have one beach picture where I'm that girl wearing something fabulous and hugging her boyfriend on the beach. I guess there's my motivation.