Wk of Dec 31--WISH Walking/Running Club

[Tiger Lily 03]

Hi WISH Team!

I'm with everyone on the work comments. They should know there's things that NEED done and not here! That said, I am being kept immensely busy at work and it is making my time fly for sure.

Sara, I so sorry for the loss of Grandfather.

CJ, oh so sorry you're sicke there, but you are probably right about getting it over with before the event.

My big fear is to be sick this weekend. Battling every little ache or mind-thoughts of being sick these last hours.

I've got all sorts of things packed--can we say over packed for the weekend. It is such a problem trying to figure out weather. Awww wth take something of everything!

Still have last minute things to gather: $$$ some small amount of dollars as most is done on plastic--I don't like to carry around much $$, check/double check once over on the packing, double check the paper work, get the bills lined up for payments, ummmm the list is endless right now.

Judy, glad you'll be zoomin' now I guess. I won't be figuring that you'll be at the back playing with me then. At least you are dealing with things now as opposed to then.

I just know the "sightings" of any animal prints will never be the same...

 

[msblrobs]

Thank you to all for your condolences . I feel really bad for DH, as he is trying to do damage control since we most likely will miss the services. I offererd to switch our outbound flights but he isn't agreeable at this time. His GF was 87, had Alzheimers and was in a nursing home. Honestly, this will probably come down to yet another thing my IL's will hold against me .

Judy - Thanks for the laugh just when I needed it!!!

Dave - Please try to stop by post parade at Pop on Friday!!

All of this talk about the lime green bra at Target has me so darn tempted!! I am now in search of a cow bell and I am scrounging through my DD's room for lime green hair accessories.

I will taking a bereavement day tomorrow to pay my respects, so if I don't check in again, travel safe and I will see you guys real soon. For those who need it prior to the weekend.

 

[plutosmyfav]

Sara-- I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan-- Wow! It's great to see you. You look maavalous, definitely NOT 50!

I've actually been deligently working today. Then, I decided to check the thread and I'm in panic mode again. I have major packing issues. As of yet, I have not committed to the full. I currently have a check-in bag filled with propel water, V-8 and slim fast and gels-- all which will be a waste of travel if I don't actually do the full! I change my mind about 100 times a day on the subject. My "meager" training was cut a week short due to the pneum. My taper was non-existent, I'm 20 lbs heavier than last year AND I'm going to melt.... and sometimes I can barely walk! Oh the stress of it all!

Oh and I bought a really comfy tiny fanny pack this year, thinking I wouldn't carry fluids... now I have to rethink that, too. UGH!

As Heather pointed out, the fast WISHers might beat the heat... NOT ME!

I printed out a pace bracelet for 6Hrs and wrote the sweeper times at the appropriate miles. Maybe I'll just see how many sweeps I can beat

As for hydrating and caffeine: (I'm no expert) but I say drink a little more than normal (or a lot more if you normally don't drink), keep the sodium coming along with the fluids and don't make any major changes in caffeine consumption. If you normally drink 3-6 cups a day, try to just drink 1-2. If you don't drink caffeine-- don't start now! Paul drinks coffee all day long, so I told him to try to limit it to 3 cups a day until after Saturday.

I have another idea that's taboo. Since I'm wearing new "not broken in" shoes, I was thinking maybe I'd wear them on the plane instead of packing them. My bum around shoes are smaller to pack anyway. Any thoughts?

Oh I have to end this post, my heart rate is climbing with every keystroke!

Sunny

 

[keenercam]

Sunny -- I think wearing your running shoes to get through the airports and on the plane is a great idea! Then, you don't have to worry about whether they make it to MCO AND you get to add a bit more wear to them.

You'll be fine, sweetie! Your WISH buddies will be behind you and around you the whole way, regardless of what you decide about the full!

 

[wtpclc]

I most certainly wear my runing shoes through the airtport. Much easasier than carry on.

Sunny! Just don't push too hard!!

 

[chimera]

My turn to freak out...

I have two lime green jog bras from Walmart. If it's warm enough the last hour of the half, y'all may see one of them

I don't have any idea which WISH shirt to wear for the half 'cause I need to save one to wear while cheering for the full.

I'm bringing shorts, tights and capris...just in case. And a sweatshirt for the morning wait. And some pants to toss in case I wear shorts in the morning.

I'm breaking the cardinal rule of racing too...different shoes than I did my LR in. I sent back the FILA's I did my LR in and I'm trying to break in orthotics. So I don't know which shoes to wear for the race AND I'm wearing them around town trying to get used to the orthotics.

Anyone just want to run around screaming for awhile???

Sara... so sorry for your loss. What a tough decision.

Susan...you look mahvelous, dude! Yep...we'll be keeping these threads alive for 2008...there'll be a lot of football to discuss I'm a big fan of Jake Del Homme this year!

 

[plutosmyfav]

39 hours until I'll be at the air port

Oh, and Judy, you're a riot

 

[princessmomma]

Anyone just want to run around screaming for awhile???

OH Mel, I don't laugh out loud very often when sitting alone at my computer, but this one did it!! Your answer, YES!!

Colleen

 

[princessmomma]

Here's my confession: I never drink water either. The only water I get is when I'm running and when I'm brushing my teeth. .

I don't usually take medicine, but when I do, I wash it down with Diet Coke.

Krista, Krista, Krista, my girl, you need to drink more water in your every day life!! Think about all those toxins in your body that want to be flushed out and can't!! Do you have problems with cramping after a run??
O.K. that is my little advice for the day, only saying that because I care!

 

[Big Vic]

Just a quick drive by.

I'm out of here (work) in a hour. Still have to stop by the post office and stop the mail, get the truck washed, pick up a few snacks, get the boys prepared for their kennel stay, and finish packing. The DW hasn't even started yet.

In those famous words of Capt. Hawkeye Pierce (M*A*S*H) - "I'm so excited my belly button won't stop puckering and unpuckering."

 

[princessmomma]

Thank you to all for your condolences . I feel really bad for DH, as he is trying to do damage control since we most likely will miss the services. I offererd to switch our outbound flights but he isn't agreeable at this time. His GF was 87, had Alzheimers and was in a nursing home. Honestly, this will probably come down to yet another thing my IL's will hold against me

So sorry to hear about DH's grandfather.

Unfortunately, I have in-laws that have their idea of how we should live our lives too and they arn't afraid to voice it. Good thing my mother-in-law is 2500 miles away.

All the best to you and your family!

Colleen

 

[wtpclc]

O.K. that is my little advice for the day, only saying that because I care!

lol. You're so nice. I just yell at those I care about.

Krista! You NEED water!!!! See note above.

BTW, you may want to be drinking electrolyte drinks right now, not just water. I've been slamming teh Powerade option and wearing a path to the little girls room.

Mel - CAn I run around screaming with you? Oh, wait, still not enough energy for that. *sigh*

 

[panthergirl]

Oh my gosh now I'm getting butterflies for you guys and I'm tearing up a bit. Just hearing everyone's excitement is really getting me emotional. I want pictures and as much detail as you want to share. You are in for a fantastic experience that will bring you such a lasting sense of satisfaction. No worries - just have a blast!

 

[gatorphipps]

In those famous words of Capt. Hawkeye Pierce (M*A*S*H) - "I'm so excited my belly button won't stop puckering and unpuckering."

I LOVE MASH! DH, the DDs, and I watch it all the time!

Krista - I don't drink H2O either...the diet coke with pills...thats me! I have been drinking this week though and I can now tell how much I needed the liquid!

Sara - Oh I am so sorry! I have a "great MIL" too. SHe is going with us this weekend.

I'm breaking the cardinal rule of racing too...different shoes than I did my LR in. I sent back the FILA's I did my LR in and I'm trying to break in orthotics. So I don't know which shoes to wear for the race AND I'm wearing them around town trying to get used to the orthotics.

Anyone just want to run around screaming for awhile???

Mel - DH is wearing unbroken in shoes too....Here I go running and screaming! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Judy - Judy, Judy You have me I will comment on this in person If I get a chance!

 

[aladdinsgirl]

Colleen and Carrie--Thanks for your concern! I do not cramp after a run (thankfully) and I have been drinking Gator Ade and water this week, using the rule of thumb that urine should be a pale yellow in color--not dark and definitely not clear. But do you know how hard it is to check the color when the toilet water is blue to start with???

Christa--Must go with the name!!!

 

[skfulkers]

You know, I was doing fine here at work and wasn't feeling too nervous, just minding my own business, and then I read Sunny's post that she'll be at the airport in 39 hours. We will be, too.

We are SO not ready to go. I guess we really just have to finish packing and a lot of little odds and ends, but 39 hours!!! Yikes! Hey Krista, I'm guessing we're not getting the Christmas trees down tonight.

Do you think my office mates would mind if I moved my computer and phone into the last stall of the bathroom? I've been making so many trips there today due to my 28 gallons of water and gatorade, that I feel I'd be much more productive in Stall #3 than my current office location.

Steve

 

[gatorphipps]

Quick question....
If I have so much to do, why am I just sitting here on the boards wanting to read about the race!
AHHHHHH!
Must peel away and get my butt in gear.....

 

[wtpclc]

But do you know how hard it is to check the color when the toilet water is blue to start with???

Have you figured your shades of green out yet?

Steven - I have issues with teh bguys in my bldg that take newspapers with them. I can only imagine you taking your phone andcomputer!

Good thing I've got no reason to be nervous. I've *crud* *doing math in my head* I was going to say I've got this whopping amount of hours left, but I'm only 11 hours behind you guys!!!

Feeling better this afternoon. Must pack!!!

 

[aladdinsgirl]

Hey Krista, I'm guessing we're not getting the Christmas trees down tonight.
Steve

So how long is it socially acceptable to leave 2 Christmas trees up? End of January? February??

 

[keenercam]

So how long is it socially acceptable to leave 2 Christmas trees up? End of January? February??

Krista -- my mother left ours up one year until April and covered it with a sheet. She told everyone it was an unfinished work of art. Even now I remember how funny it looked in the foyer of our house.


Everyone here has me . I think we are getting a bit giddy. It just occurred to me that I can download our boarding passes in exactly 16 hours and we leave in exactly 40!