MAY 12th-19th!! THESE ARE THE MAYS OF OUR LIVES! II

[NewCrew42]

Huggie, how are you feeling?

DMM- how's Roman?

NC- girl, please. You forget we met.
You are in awesome shape. I haven't worked out steadily in two years and it is driving me crazy. I used to be in super shape, worked out/ran everyday. Since this arthritis thing has kicked in, I don't have the energy I used to. It makes me sick. All of those years of hard work, gone. The goofy thing about my body type is that when I get down to business, I mean, REALLY work hard, I can get myself back into shape in a couple months time. I am blood type O+ and if you've ever used the "eat right for your blood type" diet, you know O's must have tons of protein. Which is why, when I get serious, I develop muscles at an alarming rate.

I have to get my training manuals out to get myself worked up into going to the gym. It is 2 minutes from my garage to the front door of the gym we go to. What really stinks is having a DH that runs for an hour EVERY day, backed up with another hour on the stair stepper followed by weights. Good grief, the man is strong. He wants to do an iron man competition...

Okay, now that I feel bad about myself, I think I'll go drown my sorrows in a pan of brownies. Haha, Just Kidding.

Jo

Uh... I have seen you too! And you look awesome! Like a workout queen or perhaps princess would be a better word.

Don't beat yourself up. You have been going thru alot and if you do start back, be sure to check with your doctor. (as if I need to tell nurse Jo that!)

Well, while we were at the beach last summer, I started eating ice cream everyday and then continued it after we got home. You would never believe what happened? I gained weight. As if I think that is not what would have happened. I also quit working out. What was up with that?

Well, it is a new year and I am busting it out and breaking it down. Back in my twenties, I could pop off 10 lbs in a month. Well not anymore. So I am busting my booty to get back to Disney weight last year! Ha! It is going to happen!

I have never done the Eat Right for Your Blood Type diet. What is it about? I am doing Clean Eating by Tosca Reno right now and I really like it. It is a new diet for me. I like to try new things.

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Oh yeah, I remember that conversation! we all said that we had to have fake tan on before bathing suit shopping to hide the dimples in the cheeks and so forth. Ah, friendships are a wonderful thing...

Jo

 

[NewCrew42]

I have been doing 100 sit ups a day for the past 3 weeks. I haven't noticed a difference. . . I'm not necessarily trying to lose weight, just tone up a bit! I had 2 kids and it didn't phase my body a bit. Then when I hit the big 30 it all went down hill. (oh wait, I forgot I'm still 29 like JO!! ) My stomach has just gotten so flabby!

We will all start walking around the neighborhood as soon as the weather breaks. That's more to get the kids used to walking for the trip! Plus soccer starts in April so we will all be a little more active. Right now I just feel so lazy!

I'm thinking about tanning a little before the trip too. I haven't went to the tanning beds for about 3 years. I think we had this discussion last year at about this time about how tan fat looks better than white fat!! Does anyone else remember that conversation?!?

You go girl! 100 Sit-ups! Wow!

I start having my kids walk around the neighborhood some just before go. I think it helps them too!

Tan fat does look better! It is a fact!

Oh yeah, I remember that conversation! we all said that we had to have fake tan on before bathing suit shopping to hide the dimples in the cheeks and so forth. Ah, friendships are a wonderful thing...

Jo

 

[NewCrew42]

Now I am thinking I need to go tan my fat. It is very white!

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Now I am thinking I need to go tan my fat. It is very white!

 

[huggiebear23]

Can I tell you how bummed I am that The Pirate and Princess Party is not on the 13th. I am trying to convince Dh to go a day earlier.

Wish me luck

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Okay, so I finished getting DS6's album all caught up! I hadn't done them since last MAY!! Oh my, I told you it had been a long time. I had no idea it was that long. DH called from work and I told him and he was like - hey why didn't you just wait a few more months and make it an even year??? Isn't he just hilarious?!?

Now I'm in the middle of DS8's album. . . Then it's on to our family trips album. I never did Niagara Falls or Hershey or Wheeling. . .

 

[mari360]

I guess we will not be hearing from Shelly for the rest of the week....

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Can I tell you how bummed I am that The Pirate and Princess Party is not on the 13th. I am trying to convince Dh to go a day earlier.

Wish me luck

Did you find the dates somewhere??? If it's not on the 13th then I wonder why MK is closing at 7:00. I thought the P&PP was going to be on Tues. 13th and Fri. 16th. . .

 

[mari360]

GOOD LUCK Kristina..... I hope you get to go to P&PP... I really want to go aswell...

 

[JoBird]

2008 Pirate & Princess Party SCHEDULE:


January: 21, 26, 29
February: 2, 5, 9, 14, 22, 26
March: 1, 6, 11, 14
April 1, 4, 6, 11, 16, 23
May 2, 9, 16, 21, 26, 31
June 4



For you, Shelly!

 

[mari360]

The dates or on the Dis... the only time it lands on my vaca i think is the 9th... i get there the 10th... and the next day is the 16 and i leave that day... I hope they add more dates...

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

I guess we will not be hearing from Shelly for the rest of the week....

Yes, actually I am just on a short break!!


Now the kids are kicking me off the computer so they can play their Webkinz. Does anyone else's kids have these? They are a stuffed animal that you buy and they come with a code and you log into the Webkinz website and enter your code and then you can play with your pet online. They make rooms, do jobs, earn webkinz cash, shop, go to school, play games, play with friends online. It's actually pretty neat. All the kids around here have them!

 

[JoBird]

For anyone interestedin the Brunch:

Mother's Day Brunch

Review of Epcot's Mother's Day Brunch - 2007

This annual brunch is the perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day. You're surrounded by beautiful blooms and enjoying a menu that's fit for a Queen. While you dine, a strolling guitarist provides entertainment.

Date: Sunday, May 11, 2008
Where: World ShowPlace Pavilion
Seating Times: 9:00am to 3:00pm


Prices (gratuity included):

Ages 10 and up: $46.99
Ages 3-9: $19.99



PACKAGES:

Magic Your Way Plus Dining Requires 2 Table Service Meals
Magic Your Way Plus Dining w/Wine: Requires 2 Table Service Meals
Magic Your Way Deluxe Dining: Requires 2 Table Service Meals
Magic Your Way Deluxe Dining/Wine: Requires 2 Table Service Meals
Magic Your Way Premium Package
Magic Your Way Premium w/Wine
Magic Your Way Platinum Packag
Magic Your Way Platinum w/Wine
Disney Wine & Dine Plan will require 1 entitlement for eligible wines
Theme park admission is required. Reservations can be made by calling 407-WDW-DINE

 

[NewCrew42]

Yes, actually I am just on a short break!!


Now the kids are kicking me off the computer so they can play their Webkinz. Does anyone else's kids have these? They are a stuffed animal that you buy and they come with a code and you log into the Webkinz website and enter your code and then you can play with your pet online. They make rooms, do jobs, earn webkinz cash, shop, go to school, play games, play with friends online. It's actually pretty neat. All the kids around here have them!

Webkins - Don't get me started. I have given the company way to much of my money.

Why didn't I think of that?

 

[mari360]

Hmmmm... am i the only one that has never heard of the webkins...

 

[JoBird]

NC- thanks so much for the inspirational words of encouragement...

I guess ya'll all heard about Romney...

The whole process is crazy. Every day brings somehting new to the race.

MAry Cat came home yesterday and said her history teacher has been talking about the race this year, and I am really peeved about it. Mark is so mad he is thinking of scheduling a conference with the teacher.
I am all for teaching the kids about the political process, what the candidates believe, etc. Anything that is factual, anything that would be a lesson for the kids. NOT personal opinion. HOWEVER, and this is a big however...
This teacher has badmouthed every candidate EXCEPT the one he is voting for (Obama).

Among other things, he has said that as far as Hillary goes, she and her husband have no right being in the white house b/c of Bill's extra-marital affairs. ( I'm sorry, but since when does a History teacher have the right to talk to my child about infidelity?!????) And, what makes that a good enough reason to keep her from being the next POTUS? What about her experience? Nope, nothing said as far as that.

He said that John mcCain makes him sick to his stomach and that there is something about him that creeps him out. I could never say this about a POW, regardless of his political affiliation, simply b/c anyone that is tortured the way that man was deserves nothing BUT admiration and respect.
He then rambled off a whole bunch of incorrect statements that we have all heard before, but none of them had any merit.

He said Huckabee would never get the nod b/c he is a Preacher. Well, there may be truth in that, but still... to say it to a bunch of 12-13 year olds...

Romney, he said was just plain weird.

And that's just the beginning of it.

He made the kids come home and ask out of the blue who the parents were voting for, and then they went around the room the next day and reported what the parents had said. Um, since when is it anyone's business WHO we vote for? I mean, isn't that why the voting process is the way it is...IN PRIVATE???? And what if our kids don't agree with the teachers opinion as to who the next President should be? Will that in some way cause the teacher to look at our children in a different light???

As you can tell, I am a bit upset, and still haven't decided how to handle Mr. History Teacher. I'd like to sock him in his left eyeball but since I turned 29 (!) I made a vow to not be so , well, violent, if you will.

Okay, sorry to ramble. Vent over.

Why was it again that I chose this school district???



Jo

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Webkins - Don't get me started. I have given the company way to much of my money.

Why didn't I think of that?

I know!! These guys only have 2 each so far. . .
DS8 has a Frog and a St. Bernard. DS6 has a Black Cat and a Collie (which looks exactly like our real Sheltie, all the same markings and everything, very cute!!).

Hmmmm... am i the only one that has never heard of the webkins...

Well your DD is too young. But I'm surprised you haven't seen them in the stores anywhere. They are at just about every store around here!

http://www.webkinz.com/

 

[mari360]

Oh jo i'm sorry about the whole situation. I think i would contact the principal or something. Voting is DEF a private matter. He should NEVER have asked the kids to ask around and report. He is there to teach no to give his personal views on things.... OHHHHH that gets me upset. he isn't even talking about the issues just that he thinks that candidate is "weird" come on have some sense.... i would def call... well before Mark goes with his strong man body and beats him up....

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Oh my Jo What is up with that school??? Where do they get their teachers? And the sad part is that they are probably the most well paid teachers in the county.