Team 6 - Team Ohana - Check in and introduce!

[LittleMissMickey]

Come do the NP Half, Corrina!! It's a nice small town race, and provided they've not changed them much, the shirts are pretty nice, too!!! (not dri-fit or anything, but still nice!)

 

[gatorphipps]

Hey Ohana! This week is spring break for my sweet DDs so I need to figure out how to get training in with them not being neglected.

Anywho...I will prob be taking it easy this week anyway. My right hip and left knee is hurting. I must have been over comp for one or the other. Plus I think I am still going to do the 1/2 with sis on the 12th. We has not signed up yet though and after all her training does not seem that interested in running it. So not sure what to do.

 

[jeanneg]

I wrote a race report on the Kudos....thread. Hopefully, I can post a link here:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=24305850&postcount=42

 

[padisneyfan]

Happy Belated Birthday to Debra.

Sorry Jeanne that you had a bad experience at your Race, but you and John had good times.

Hope everyone is doing well.

Nancy

 

[corinnak]

Lordy, Jeanne - that race sounds like a bit of a disaster! I am shuddering at the hydration situation, the bathroom situation, and the amount of out and back and looping over the same course you had to do!

 

[gatorphipps]

I wrote a race report on the Kudos....thread. Hopefully, I can post a link here:
http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=24305850&postcount=42

Ugg! What an aweful race! The 1/2 marys in Charlotte are good...but there normally are no port-a-jons on the course....
BUT ANYWAY...come do one in Charlotte I will cheer for you. They have tons of powerade...and normally the bananas are ripe.

 

[deekaypee]

I'm back Ohana, after having had a fabulous time with DOOD, my friends, and of course Mickey! And now I expect to be treated like the elder cousin I have just become! Ignore my behavior--just go b the age. Seriously, thanks for all the birthday wishes. You're all the best.

Jen: I just love the name Butt Kicker! Did you have a christening ceremony? Or did the name just kind of slip out during a run? I have high hopes for you & sunshine (maybe you can skip the springtime rainy season).

Richard (and Maria): I finished both Xenocide and Children of the Mind over the weekend, which I didn't enjoy quite a much as the others; part of the reason is that I felt the mythology & history has grown so large that Card needed to spend a lot of time providing background & summary. IMO, they're not quite stand-alone books but are still trying to be. That said, I'm on to Shadow of the Hegemon, so I'm still finding Card's work engaging enough.

Richard: I'm sorry to hear about the Hog's Hunt 25K because of the heel pain. But I'm also very proud of you that you finished under those conditions and without (fingers crossed) real injury. And I guess the challenge does allow us to put a positive spin on bad training & race days!

Julie: Yes, I rode ToT and told DOOD, "We need to ride it again! Once for me, and then for my WISHmate." (He was confused.) My favorite thing is to put a penny on my knee & have it float off. Unfortunately, my legs were wet from the rain & so it stuck. C'est la vie! I hope I can convince you to give it a try in January--which seems so long away but is really going to come up quickly! And congratulations on your longest LR yet & for such a good time. And the weather sounds just about perfect for me.

Corrina: Yay! You're back in the saddle! (Or the turnip truck---I just thought you'd prefer the more comfortable ride.) I love the idea that you just keep running and running and running without keeping track of the distance. A true athlete, you are. And for your dance (should I say race) card being so full. I need to get on the ball with that. I think it would be great if you and Ashley could do a race together!

Christa: I do hope your DDs' spring break is fun without being overtaxing for you. And that your hip and knee heel--one for each side, huh? No fun, no fun at all. I do hope that you and DSis decide to run the 1/2, more for her experience after all the training. But will you be able to do so without pain and (shudder) risking injury?

Jeanne: I know I posted over in the Lean Meaner thread, but big fat raspberries on the Raleigh Rocks Half-marathon. If you have the time, a long letter of complaint is called for. I know Raleigh just got crossed off my list. The green bananas were the last straw (or maybe the ungloved worker).

As for me: Well, I had a great time at WDW! I strongly suggest that everyone go there for their birthday at least once! I wore my birthday button every day, received tons of well wishes and many sweet souvenirs (food and otherwise), and consider my 40th b-day among my favorites. DOOD surprised me in many ways over the weekend. He got us a room at the Poly (where we received an upgrade because of my birthday); I've wanted to stay there for a long time, and so he kept calling back until a room was available. He made ADRs at places that were sentimental favorites because of our relationship. He took over the planning to meet up with my college friends.

And his gifts were Disney-themed! I thought the gift was the trip, with staying on-World (DOOD isn't that into Disney resorts) at a place I wanted to stay. But it wasn't. DOOD went ahead & upgraded our 4-day hoppers to APs, committing to ToT (as far as we can plan ahead, anyway). But he also gave me an old MM t-shirt & covered it with all the pins we'd collected over our trips together; we'll put it in a shadowbox with my birthday souvies. And then, when I came home, DOOD gave me one last present: two original production drawings from Trader Mickey, a 1932 cartoon. WOW! I don't deserve them, or him, but am I lucky or what???

And I'll need to post pictures, but I had a blast at the Ohana character breakfast--I thought of all of you then, and when I was working out. On my first full day, my iPod played "Burning Love" when I set out for a run. Sounds too good to be true, but it really happened. It was inspirational, even if I turned off the music after that song because I didn't need it.

The only downside to the trip is that it rained pretty much all weekend, so only one run outdoors. Plus, I ended up with a blister when my touring shoes got soaked. There were some upsides even to the weather, though. I managed to work out a little more during the rainy afternoons than I had planned, so yeah for the Team. (And by little, I mean little, as my weight gain told me.) Because of the rain, we felt no guilt about enjoying leisurely meals & therefore had some great conversations & a relaxing dinner with my friends. And, finally, being indoors during the afternoon at the Poly made for some very, um, romantic moments!

 

[Jen117]

Yah Debra is back!! I am so glad your birthday was awesome. We have been to WDW for my DD's birthday and they always have treated her well. Hmmm, the Minnie is very close to my birthday.... I may have to cheat!!!!

So team... guess what. Yes it is snowing again.... but guess again..... OK, I ran 3 miles tonight in 33 minutes. WHOO HOOO for the slow one! But that is pretty fast for me. Mile 1 was 10:40. And yes, it really is snowing again, so my run was indoors on the track.

OK, life is crazy... Have a great one Cousins!!

 

[Jen117]

Oh and Debra.... yes the name came to me as I was swearing about how tough she was being to me. After two tough ones in a row, that was all I could come up with. I figure it can be a temporary name. If she starts treating me well, I may change the name.

 

[windwalker]

Ok you scury crew, all hands on deck and welcome your new mate, Morgan, who also goes by the name, CURIOUSER.

Morgan, be advised that this team has some players who have been known to laugh uncontrollabely.

Recruiter Panda

 

[padisneyfan]

Welcome Morgan

Debra-- So glad that you had a wonderful time at WDW with DOOD. Happy Belated Birthday Wishes You so deserve all those wonderful gifts that you received.

Jen--- I won't complain about all the rain we have been having, at least it isn't snow. Good job on your 3 milers.

Christa--- Hope your knee and hip pain improves. Even with taking it easy, you probably end up doing more than I do.

Corinna--- Good luck with all your upcoming races.

Richard---Despite the heel pain, you did a great job with your race.

Still training for the Minnie. Have been able to do more of my training outside since it is getting warmer.

Have a good day Cousins.

Nancy

 

[curiouser]

Hi everyone!! As Panda said, I am Morgan and I as I said in my thread to Panda, I don't log many miles YET but what I lack in miles I make up for in enthusiasm!

I'm 26, and I'll be turning 27 in 10 days -- the same day I am also running my first 5k! I am a time-based grad of the C25k program, which I did on the TM and have been transitioning to the road over the past two weeks in preparation for my 5k.

I have a lovely DBF named Jeff who doesn't share the running bug but pounds the pavement with me in an effort (for both of us) to get fit. He's a good sport.. most of the time.

I am excited to a part of Team Ohana!! Woot!

Now I just need to familiarize myself with these rules..

 

[jeanneg]

WELCOME, MORGAN!!!! You're gonna love Team Ohana....we're the BEST!


And welcome back, Debra!!!!! Boy, was it quiet around here! We sure did miss you. Sounds like your birthday was fabulous and DOOD certainly is a sweetie to do all those things to make it so special. Don't you just love the Poly? It has always been our favorite. John and are are very sentimental about it. We went to WDW the very first year it opened and when we saw the Poly we were totally blown away. We were staying in a little roadside motel on Orange Blossom Trail and thought OMG, wouldn't it be the most wonderful thing in the world if we could someday stay there. It seemed like such an unattainable dream at the time.....and yet we've done it! It always makes us appreciate how much we have accomplished together as a couple.
Gosh, i'm such a sap.

 

[gatorphipps]

WELCOME Morgan! You will love it here. This team is the best! When is your 5k and what are your goals?

Welcome back Debra! We all missed you and all your cool posting to everyone....that is so cool of DOOD! He rocks the house...

Jen - WTG on that speedy run! You were booking. Did you say you did it on the dreadmill? I HATE the dreadmill.

Corrina - WTG about getting back into it! I think the hardest part of running is just getting out the door.

As for me...I have just 1 thing to say about my job..... Read my rant at your own risk!
If you don't bring your child to the sessions...don't complain to me when he is acting out. If you cannot take my suggestions...don't blame me for your child's behavior! There is a reason I have been a successful therapist for over 10 years. I know what I am talking about.
OK! That is over. Now to go ride about 20 miles to do something constructive with my angry feelings! I really do love what I do..it is just that sometimes parents ...well so as not to explain ...I guess I should say I choose to feel angy about it.

 

[laughinplace199]

Hi Team!

Welcome Morgan!

Debra - I'm so glad that you had such a nice trip. Happy Birthday! Thanks for riding ToT for me. I'll try to work up the courage for January, but I'm not making any promises.

A quick hello to all my other teammates. Things are crazy around here (in a good way), so I probably won't be posting much in the next couple of weeks. We're heading to WDW on the 16th, so I have a ton of cleaning (for some reason I can't go on vaca if the house isn't clean ), laundry, shopping, and packing to do. I won't be running while I'm there (unless you count chasing after my 3 kiddos), but I'll do my best to calculate the miles/time I spend walking in the parks. That should be more than my weekly running totals!

Have a great week everyone!

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hello Cousins!

omg...I have been so sick. Fresh off celebrating my loss, this horrendous cold just knocked me out. I can sort of breathe today, so I'm coming back. I'm going to try to get a bike ride in tomorrow, and I had good miles this weekend, so it's not a total loss for Team Ohana.

I don't have the mental acuity to respond to even half of you today...but off the top of my head:

Debra -- So glad to have you back! It sounds like DOOD spoiled you in a wonderful way.

Morgan -- Welcome! Do you like Sci Fi? Are you a reader in general?

Julie -- Have a great trip!

Christa -- Unfortunately, you don't need a license to be a parent. Let's leave it at that...you have my sympathy.

Jeanne -- Dreams do come true! I guess you just wished upon a star...

Nancy -- You must be getting excited about Minnie!

Dave -- No fair warning our new teammate! We like to break them in with Jeanne's nekkid racing!

Jen -- I guess my TM is old faithful. She's always there when I need her!

Everybody have a great evening, and no catching my germs!
Maria

 

[jeanneg]

Maria: please take care of yourself! Sending loads of pixie dust in hopes that you feel better soon......ixiedust: ixiedust: ixiedust: ixiedust:

 

[Jen117]

Hey Team... Guess what.. YUP IT'S SNOWING! they say 2-4 inches over the next 2 days, up to 10 inches north of us. Tonight when I was watching the news it said the average them this time of year should be 56. Yah, it snows often at 56 degrees!

So tonight I hit the Butt Kicker for 45 minutes. I have the startings of a cold... the good thing is that it should be cleared up for Minnie. I have head clouding, sore throat, running nose.... UGHHHH! I thought it was allergies at first but I am fearing the worse!

WELCOME MORGAN.

Christa - No my speedy run was on the indoor track. The Butt Kicker doesn't allow me to be speedy, she just makes me feel like dying!

Maria - OH Dear, feel better soon!!

 

[padisneyfan]

Oh Jen more snow, it is like your winter will never end. Are there any signs of spring in your area? I hope your cold doesn't last long. Looking forward to meeting you at the Minnie.

Maria--- Take care of yourself and don't push yourself to much until you are feeling better. We are all here for each other so when you are sick don't worry about what miles you have done for the team.

Julie--- I am right there with you about getting everything in order including cleaning the house before going on vacation. Enjoy your trip to WDW.

Christa--- I feel your pain about your job. I am an RN who specializes in wound and ostomy care. Have the same thing with patients who don't follow what you tell them to do. The catch phrase now is "Failure to follow the plan of care" instead of saying they are non complaint. The bottom line they didn't do what you said and now want you to fix the problem again. for you.

Debra--- Must be busy unpacking since she didnt' post yesterday.

In 3 weeks I should be on a plane heading to WDW. Let's hope the airlines have all their issues resolved by then. I worried about the weather in Jan getting to the marathon, now need to worry if my plane will be grounded.

Hi to all my Cousins.

Nancy

Have a great day everyone.

 

[gatorphipps]

Hey Ohana!

Nancy - Lots of PD for the airlines getting everything right b/4 WDW...

Jen - SNOW! I hope the weather gets good for you soon.

Well I guess I should head over to the miles thread and put in my stuff. Won't be doing the 1/2 tomorrow. DSis chose not to so we are doing our own on Monday...on the trail.