Confession Time! ((ABSOLUTELY NO JUDGEMENT))
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kellyjellybellyjelly wrote: »Random things I hope to do one day:
1) Kick down a door. Don't know why, it just looks fun. But based on how attempting to kick a fence board down went, I don't think I'll be very good at kicking in doors.
2) Flip a table when I'm mad. Preferably someone else's table, with their stuff on it.
I always thought it would be fun to be invisible for a day.
It totally would be!0 -
Guilty confession: I love McD's breakfast burritos!0
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Popsicle_Feet wrote: »Sure I've lost 55 lb. . . but 30lb of that was water retention and 10 lb baby that dropped on in 3 weeks. . .
It makes me feel good though to put in my highest pregnancy weight. So when I am back down to my pre - pre pregnancy weight I can tell myself and others, "I lost 110lb", even thought the pregnancy weight is kind of cheating. . .
I am also cheating at work with our "Biggest Loser Challenge". I am taking Phentermine, but don't judge. . .I need the 600+ dollars to repair my wardrobe. Don't give me crap about the Phentermine, I took it years ago along with healthy eating and exercise. . .lost 40 lb and kept it off until I became pregnant.
I just want to gush about that adorable little smush face in your profile pic!!! Oh my gosh, SOOOO cute!!!0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
*shudders at the sound of snipping flesh
I had no idea that you'd have such exercise restrictions after the procedure. Huh. I wonder why? Man, I feel like you might go crazy not being able to do all the things you're used to for 2 weeks! Ack!0 -
MelissaPhippsFeagins wrote: »Random things I hope to do one day:
1) Kick down a door. Don't know why, it just looks fun. But based on how attempting to kick a fence board down went, I don't think I'll be very good at kicking in doors.
2) Flip a table when I'm mad. Preferably someone else's table, with their stuff on it.
Life goal! Kicking down the door would be fun too. I need to build up some more leg strength before that happens though.
Confession: I like kicking/punching things.
Confession: I have done both of these things. The door was flimsy or I was Hulk kind of angry.
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pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
Thinking of you @pofoster21! I had melanoma about 4 years ago. Just be glad it was caught!0 -
lilaclovebird wrote: »lilaclovebird wrote: »@MelissaPhippsFeagins @nonoelmo @MoHousdon
Turns out he was just joking. He had NO idea it would hurt my feelings and when we talked, he was about to apologize and I asked him not to. It wasn't his fault I took it the wrong way. He said he knows I'm smart and thinks I'm "young, beautiful, and have a lot of potential." Yeah he used those words.
He's encouraging me to go back to school, which is good.
I keep getting this feeling that he wants me to be happy, not just rich.
I wondered if he might have been joking and wondered if he thought it were completely obvious (to him) that he was joking.
You are smart and beautiful (young too) and you have TONS of potential. Totally get your tucus back in school. The sooner the better. I speak from loads of experience (and others here have taken similar paths) that the sooner you get back into school the better. It does not become easier to return the longer you wait. You can PM me any time if you need extra or specific encouragement but you can do this.
Step 1: Do you have all the prerequisites out of the way? Do those even one at at time while you are working. Take a FUN class first to get yourself back in the school mode. It can even be a non-credit course just for fun. Do it.)
Step 2: (this may be step one) fill out a FAFSA and make a note to fill it out again Jan 1 or 2 of next year.
Step 3: (notice this is NOT at all the first step,) figure out what you want to do, what you want to major in and get in to talk to an academic adviser about what steps are needed. (Repeat this step, often you need to talk to multiple people to get all the answers you need.)
Step 4: Look at resources and scholarships and other funding sources. When I started back I was in talking to the financial aid advisers, academic advisers, and the women support center. I asked classmates questions, and just kept asking until I figured things out. Look for scholarships. Keep looking. If you go to a community college get great grades and join the honor society (I swear to you this helped me get a $10,000 deans scholarship when I transferred to a four-year college.)
Step 5: Understand and internalize that you CAN do this. We believe in you. Look to others for inspiration too, I know this amazing talented group of people can offer great insight into their experience and what they did.
Thumbnail of my experience:
At age 32 with a medically fragile infant and a 2 year old as a stay at home mom to care for those kids, working graveyard shift, I thought I'd take "one" class a semester and maybe someday earn an associates degree.
On my 42nd birthday I was conferred a PhD in chemistry.
I believe in you!!!
OMG! There IS hope for me!
I keep thinking at 26 it might be too late.
I have some prerequisites out of the way but I never made it far because I was always over loaded. Now, I have nothing but time and maybe I could get my friend Alycia back into school and she could get a degree too!
I work overnights and have lots of time for studying and my Sergeants and Lieutenant all think I should study while working. It would be nice to get a Bachelor's Degree in something.
Assuming your average life expectancy is about 82... do you really believe anything is too late at age 26?
My grandfather, born a (SusieQ is the B word for illegitimate on your list of words not to use?) born an illegitimate child in 1902 went back to school in the late 1950's for his third degree. That was almost completely unheard of at the time. No judgement whatsoever to you - Just STOP limiting yourself with false deadlines and made up limitations. It is not at all too late. Now is a wonderful time. You have some life experience, you have time, you have more of an idea of why it is important, you recognize how much it will change your life. Start taking some steps to get moving. Don't just jump in too fast, though, ease back in with one or maybe two classes. The adult brain does change and if you have been out of school you have to relearn how to learn. It is all a good thing but it is different too.
Do it!!
Every single thing @nonoelmo said. I love your story @nonoelmo and that of your family! I also LOVE school...I'd get 10 degrees if I could, even though that would be "silly". My husband just applied to and was accepted into an online software design/computer science degree program. He's always been interested in learning how to program, but never thought he'd get a chance to do it. He turns 41 this month and this would be his first degree. I'm SO proud of him! He is bouncing off the walls with excitement and he's already trying to get a head start on some of his classes. He's doing a somewhat unique (and less expensive) program through a school called Western Governors University. You pay a flat fee for 6 months of tuition and can take as many credits during that time as you want. You work on only one class at a time until it's finished, then you start another, so you don't have to juggle a bunch of subjects at once. Anyhow, I thought the format was pretty excellent! @lilaclovebird - feel free to PM me if you want any encouragement or info!!
My brother will be 50 this year and is also working on his first degree through Western Governors University. My mother graduated college just shy of her 60th birthday. It's never too late!0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »TigerNY128 wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I think just about everyone in my family is right-handed. My left-handed professor in college stated that when he was younger, everyone at his school believed left-handedness meant the devil had a hold on you or something dumb like that. He was forced to have his hand bound and learn to write with his right hand. Now he can do both pretty perfectly, but he writes with his right hand and does pretty much everything else with his left. I can't believe they would force something on a child like that.... hearing about his past made me pretty upset.
I have a strong craving for some vinegary chips. Or banana peppers. Or pickle juice. DILL PICKLE CHIPS When I get vinegar cravings I can really go bonkers.
LOVE salty vinegary things....now I'm craving them too! Ooh! Have you ever had salt and vinegar almonds?? I eat them like every day. So good...
I love salty vinegary things too. These,sound amazing.
They're made by Blue Diamond...I insist you get some immediately!0 -
To add insult to injury on the whole wasted-road-trip thing, I should include that my husband ate the following yesterday, all in the car:
1. Bacon and egg McMuffin, hashbrown, coffee (10:00 AM)
2. Crispy chicken McWrap (1:00 PM)
3. A&W Mozza Burger, onion rings (6:00 PM)
4. Wendy's junior bacon cheeseburger (10:00 PM)
Plus some fruit leather and an Arizona Iced Tea. I don't know whether to be disgusted or impressed, considering we didn't get any exercise at all.
I had a Quest bar, and that was it. Too icked out by the fast food and mad about the day to bother eating, so at least it didn't turn into a pig-out for me too.
He's getting nothing but grilled chicken, fish, and vegetables for the next three days, I swear.0 -
pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
*shudders at the sound of snipping flesh
I had no idea that you'd have such exercise restrictions after the procedure. Huh. I wonder why? Man, I feel like you might go crazy not being able to do all the things you're used to for 2 weeks! Ack!
Me either! They told me 'restricted' for the first few days. When I got here they said nothing. I am not even supposed to WALK for 2 days (I think this is silly I plan on walking ). I almost left but figured I would never make it back. So here I am. I am sooo not happy. I have IM WI in 6 weeks! And I am already under trained. I am going to be a mess. Not to mention not RIDING!0 -
TigerNY128 wrote: »pofoster21 wrote: »TigerNY128 wrote: »FluffySandwich wrote: »I think just about everyone in my family is right-handed. My left-handed professor in college stated that when he was younger, everyone at his school believed left-handedness meant the devil had a hold on you or something dumb like that. He was forced to have his hand bound and learn to write with his right hand. Now he can do both pretty perfectly, but he writes with his right hand and does pretty much everything else with his left. I can't believe they would force something on a child like that.... hearing about his past made me pretty upset.
I have a strong craving for some vinegary chips. Or banana peppers. Or pickle juice. DILL PICKLE CHIPS When I get vinegar cravings I can really go bonkers.
LOVE salty vinegary things....now I'm craving them too! Ooh! Have you ever had salt and vinegar almonds?? I eat them like every day. So good...
I love salty vinegary things too. These,sound amazing.
They're made by Blue Diamond...I insist you get some immediately!
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pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
I would be very unhappy about that too! At least you are getting it taken care of. 0 -
kelly_c_77 wrote: »riderfangal wrote: »kelly_c_77 wrote: »riderfangal wrote: »Finally got caught up. Sad to say for the next couple months reading this thread at work is going to be next to impossible.
@orangesmarties love those pictures a lot!
Glad you caught up!
I just wanted to point out that the orangesmarties person you mentioned is not the person from this thread. She is orangemsartie with no "s"....just for future mentioning.
Goodness thanks @kelly_c_77 wonder how many times I have done that. Eek
Haha, not sure...but now you know!
And count me as another who hates the taste of black licorice!
And... EXIT...do you say "eggzit" or "eksit"??
I say eggzit.
I used to say egg-zit until a new employee pointed it out to me and laughed at me for it. Now I'm always aware of how I say it and try to pronounce it eks-it0 -
saraherren wrote: »My sweet dog passed away this morning and I couldn't be any more miserable.
So sorry @saraherren
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Oh no! Hope everything goes ok. Can I ask where it is?pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
My shoulder. Basically upper bicep. It's been there for a while. I am not good at doing this kind of stuff. Finally decided to deal with it. Not good in that I neglect going to the doctor, not that it bothers me. I am pretty ok with most things just find these kinds of things annoying to take time out of my day. This is ridiculous. I have been here for 4 hours now. They snip then test then snip some more. I have been in 3 times now for snipping. Hoping 3rd time was a charm.0 -
I just want to say:
1. I am very jealous of all these fabulous vacations everyone is taking.
2. I am judging everyone who hasn't read Harry Potter.
3. I have read all the posts and nodded agreement with many responses, but haven't taken the time to respond. Just know I am celebrating the good and mourning the bad with you guys. 0 -
Guilty confession: I love McD's breakfast burritos!
They're so tiny though.
Confession: I love all 460 calories of the bacon, egg, and (sorry @peleroja) cheese biscuit. They are my most favoritest thing by far on their menu.
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Well, yeah, that's why they come in pairs. With a hash brown.Guilty confession: I love McD's breakfast burritos!
They're so tiny though.
Confession: I love all 460 calories of the bacon, egg, and (sorry @peleroja) cheese biscuit. They are my most favoritest thing by far on their menu.
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WestCoastJo82 wrote: »OK, I shouldn't be here but had to do a quick check. Yay for so much good news in here! @bkhamill congrats on the new grandbaby, @crosbylee awesome cancer-free news, @orangesmartie so glad to hear you all WANT to work it out, and have fun in the UK @LBuehrle8!
I'm out for the next week (leave for conference tomorrow) and have no chance of keeping up here, but I'll try to pop into the bat cave. @MoHousdon and @jthurman3 I want to hear about your SL 5x5 workouts this week!
Dang it! I forgot I told you I was starting that this week.
Guess I need to start that this week. We (Mr. Mo and I) were supposed to start this morning, but I had to take Rachael to her school to change her classes. Long irritating story.
I'm going to watch the second video at lunch today so I can learn workout B. Maybe Mr. Mo will want to go tonight after dinner. Doubtful, but maybe.WestCoastJo82 wrote: »OK, I shouldn't be here but had to do a quick check. Yay for so much good news in here! @bkhamill congrats on the new grandbaby, @crosbylee awesome cancer-free news, @orangesmartie so glad to hear you all WANT to work it out, and have fun in the UK @LBuehrle8!
I'm out for the next week (leave for conference tomorrow) and have no chance of keeping up here, but I'll try to pop into the bat cave. @MoHousdon and @jthurman3 I want to hear about your SL 5x5 workouts this week!
Dang it! I forgot I told you I was starting that this week. Guess I need to start that this week. We (Mr. Mo and I) were supposed to start this morning, but I had to take Rachael to her school to change her classes. Long irritating story.
I'm going to watch the second video at lunch today so I can learn workout B. Maybe Mr. Mo will want to go tonight after dinner. Doubtful, but maybe.
@WestCoastJo82 & @MoHousdon - We didn't do the workout yesterday, mostly because my knees were killing me from walking so many floors of stairs on my breaks last week (at least 20 floors a day Mon-Fri). It turns out my knees didn't love that. I want to make sure that I start the SL program with knees feeling good because the squats are what make me most uncertain with my sketchy knees.
I think we will delay the start to next Monday and I'm laying off the stairs this whole week so that I can start off the best way. I'm still really excited about the program and want to give it my all! My knees feel a bit better today and I think they will be 100% by the end of the week. I will definitely keep you posted!
I may hold off and start next week too. I still need to get me some Chucks and make sure I watch the tutorials as to not injure myself. I am excited about starting too, but not that excited about having to get up at least an hour earlier 3 times a week since Mr. Mo wants to workout before work.
@MoHousdon I just got the greatest shoes...New Balance Minamalist...they are different than any shoe I've ever worn. They have a wide toe area, which is good for lifting weights (they're weight training shoes). I can definitely tell a difference in my squats and deadlifts.0 -
Well that's a drag. Will be worthwhile though - you don't want to mess around when it comes to that kind of thing. I guess they're making sure they get the margins. Hope you've got a good book. I suggest Harry Potter.pofoster21 wrote: »
Oh no! Hope everything goes ok. Can I ask where it is?pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
My shoulder. Basically upper bicep. It's been there for a while. I am not good at doing this kind of stuff. Finally decided to deal with it. Not good in that I neglect going to the doctor, not that it bothers me. I am pretty ok with most things just find these kinds of things annoying to take time out of my day. This is ridiculous. I have been here for 4 hours now. They snip then test then snip some more. I have been in 3 times now for snipping. Hoping 3rd time was a charm.
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kellyjellybellyjelly wrote: »MelissaPhippsFeagins wrote: »I have taken almost every fad "weight loss" pill out there, and even though I KNOW they don't work I still look them all over every time I'm in that section of the store.
Everyone is tempted by the easy out. Unfortunately, we have to work hard for the things in life that are worth having.
This.
As a cashier/customer service it takes all my energy at times to not tell people about taking diet pills. I figure it's their money & they can do with it what they want. A lady the one day was going to get Alli & decided not to & I told her that was a good choice since it had a nasty side effect.
I confess when I was heavier I read an Email that said you only get so many heartbeats per life so don't waste them by exercising or something similar. I knew it wasn't true, but I told my sister that was my excuse. She still laughs about that to this day.
My dad has busted this out on occasion lol
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pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
Yikes. Please take care of yourself!
Yes, this! Please.0 -
kellyjellybellyjelly wrote: »MelissaPhippsFeagins wrote: »I have taken almost every fad "weight loss" pill out there, and even though I KNOW they don't work I still look them all over every time I'm in that section of the store.
Everyone is tempted by the easy out. Unfortunately, we have to work hard for the things in life that are worth having.
This.
As a cashier/customer service it takes all my energy at times to not tell people about taking diet pills. I figure it's their money & they can do with it what they want. A lady the one day was going to get Alli & decided not to & I told her that was a good choice since it had a nasty side effect.
I confess when I was heavier I read an Email that said you only get so many heartbeats per life so don't waste them by exercising or something similar. I knew it wasn't true, but I told my sister that was my excuse. She still laughs about that to this day.
My dad has busted this out on occasion lol
I think that's what Reddit refers to as "fatlogic", hahaha.0 -
TigerNY128 wrote: »WestCoastJo82 wrote: »OK, I shouldn't be here but had to do a quick check. Yay for so much good news in here! @bkhamill congrats on the new grandbaby, @crosbylee awesome cancer-free news, @orangesmartie so glad to hear you all WANT to work it out, and have fun in the UK @LBuehrle8!
I'm out for the next week (leave for conference tomorrow) and have no chance of keeping up here, but I'll try to pop into the bat cave. @MoHousdon and @jthurman3 I want to hear about your SL 5x5 workouts this week!
Dang it! I forgot I told you I was starting that this week. Guess I need to start that this week. We (Mr. Mo and I) were supposed to start this morning, but I had to take Rachael to her school to change her classes. Long irritating story.
I'm going to watch the second video at lunch today so I can learn workout B. Maybe Mr. Mo will want to go tonight after dinner. Doubtful, but maybe.WestCoastJo82 wrote: »OK, I shouldn't be here but had to do a quick check. Yay for so much good news in here! @bkhamill congrats on the new grandbaby, @crosbylee awesome cancer-free news, @orangesmartie so glad to hear you all WANT to work it out, and have fun in the UK @LBuehrle8!
I'm out for the next week (leave for conference tomorrow) and have no chance of keeping up here, but I'll try to pop into the bat cave. @MoHousdon and @jthurman3 I want to hear about your SL 5x5 workouts this week!
Dang it! I forgot I told you I was starting that this week. Guess I need to start that this week. We (Mr. Mo and I) were supposed to start this morning, but I had to take Rachael to her school to change her classes. Long irritating story.
I'm going to watch the second video at lunch today so I can learn workout B. Maybe Mr. Mo will want to go tonight after dinner. Doubtful, but maybe.
@WestCoastJo82 & @MoHousdon - We didn't do the workout yesterday, mostly because my knees were killing me from walking so many floors of stairs on my breaks last week (at least 20 floors a day Mon-Fri). It turns out my knees didn't love that. I want to make sure that I start the SL program with knees feeling good because the squats are what make me most uncertain with my sketchy knees.
I think we will delay the start to next Monday and I'm laying off the stairs this whole week so that I can start off the best way. I'm still really excited about the program and want to give it my all! My knees feel a bit better today and I think they will be 100% by the end of the week. I will definitely keep you posted!
I may hold off and start next week too. I still need to get me some Chucks and make sure I watch the tutorials as to not injure myself. I am excited about starting too, but not that excited about having to get up at least an hour earlier 3 times a week since Mr. Mo wants to workout before work.
@MoHousdon I just got the greatest shoes...New Balance Minamalist...they are different than any shoe I've ever worn. They have a wide toe area, which is good for lifting weights (they're weight training shoes). I can definitely tell a difference in my squats and deadlifts.
Picture?
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Well, yeah, that's why they come in pairs. With a hash brown.Guilty confession: I love McD's breakfast burritos!
They're so tiny though.
Confession: I love all 460 calories of the bacon, egg, and (sorry @peleroja) cheese biscuit. They are my most favoritest thing by far on their menu.
Yes, but still. I do like the hash brown.
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@pofoster21 I hope the removal goes well. That sucks about the exercise.
@Susieq_1994 you'll get back on the right side. I have faith in you.
@ythannah I agree on the 2 seasons thing!!0 -
Well that's a drag. Will be worthwhile though - you don't want to mess around when it comes to that kind of thing. I guess they're making sure they get the margins. Hope you've got a good book. I suggest Harry Potter.pofoster21 wrote: »
Oh no! Hope everything goes ok. Can I ask where it is?pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
My shoulder. Basically upper bicep. It's been there for a while. I am not good at doing this kind of stuff. Finally decided to deal with it. Not good in that I neglect going to the doctor, not that it bothers me. I am pretty ok with most things just find these kinds of things annoying to take time out of my day. This is ridiculous. I have been here for 4 hours now. They snip then test then snip some more. I have been in 3 times now for snipping. Hoping 3rd time was a charm.
Hahahahaha.... I second the suggestion! I'm glad you're getting it taken care of, though, @pofoster21 ! No WALKING for 2 days? Really? I just don't understand that. Huh. Maybe just don't flail your arms like a windmill when you're walking and you'll be ok.0 -
Well that's a drag. Will be worthwhile though - you don't want to mess around when it comes to that kind of thing. I guess they're making sure they get the margins. Hope you've got a good book. I suggest Harry Potter.pofoster21 wrote: »
Oh no! Hope everything goes ok. Can I ask where it is?pofoster21 wrote: »I am getting my skin cancer cut out today. I had no idea no running, riding, swimming, or anything but walking or the stationary bike after 2 days for TWO weeks. I am not happy.
Not to mention the sound of the snipping of my flesh is making me a bit nauseous.
My shoulder. Basically upper bicep. It's been there for a while. I am not good at doing this kind of stuff. Finally decided to deal with it. Not good in that I neglect going to the doctor, not that it bothers me. I am pretty ok with most things just find these kinds of things annoying to take time out of my day. This is ridiculous. I have been here for 4 hours now. They snip then test then snip some more. I have been in 3 times now for snipping. Hoping 3rd time was a charm.
That would be good but I've been keeping up with email at work and this thread today!0
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