The middle agers group. (Upper 30s,40s & 50ish folks)
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kimber0607 wrote: »slimgirljo15 wrote: »kimber0607 wrote: »Very cool!!!
I am both petrified and fascinated with sharks...if that makes any sense
In my late teens, I almost got a tattoo of a shark one drunken night in NYC-thank god I didnt have enough money..LOL
For most sharks, you are not on the menu. There are a few that sometimes have unfavorable interactions with divers. More likely that a swimmer or surfer triggers a feeding instinct because they look like what lunch looks like swimming above. It's usually just a taste because we really AREN'T for lunch. Of course if a large White Shark takes a taste, you'll still be damaged even when it lets you go. I have only seen a limited number of sharks diving in California. Mostly small ones. I've seen Angel Sharks, Horn Sharks, Leopard Sharks, and Tope Sharks. I once ~thought~ I saw a Blue Shark, but it was probably a Tope Shark. I've also seen rays; same family. Bat rays are cool. Electric rays are also WAY cool (look like the Starship Enterprise), but don't touch or get too close; they can give a good shock. Also seen a couple Round Stingrays. I would LOVE to see a Whale Shark!
One dive years ago we were swimming through Giant Kelp. The passage was pretty narrow, so my buddy and I were single file instead of abreast. I was in front. There was a clearing ahead, and I saw a shark swim by. I turned and made the "Shark" sign to my buddy. I turned back around, and as we proceeded, the shark came back and swam down the same passage we were swimming up. It was a Tope shark. It got close enough for us to get a really good look at. We got back on the boat, and my buddy said, "I sure am glad YOU were in front." I said, "Me too!" No need to be petrified. If you want to be scared of something.... INFLUENZA!
All I can say is.. I think you are a brave man. I think sharks are scary. Great Whites the scariest, I would be running on top of the water if I saw one.. 🦈
LOL..Im right next to ya!
I know the fear is completely irrational....but I can't help but equate sharks with the Jaws theme in my head, and that is scary as *kitten*
Yep, and I've seen enough news clips of people taken especially off the Western Australia coast to know those bad boys rule there 😁
I guess they aren't any more dangerous than the Irukandji or crocs though 😁0 -
slimgirljo15 wrote: »kimber0607 wrote: »Very cool!!!
I am both petrified and fascinated with sharks...if that makes any sense
In my late teens, I almost got a tattoo of a shark one drunken night in NYC-thank god I didnt have enough money..LOL
For most sharks, you are not on the menu. There are a few that sometimes have unfavorable interactions with divers. More likely that a swimmer or surfer triggers a feeding instinct because they look like what lunch looks like swimming above. It's usually just a taste because we really AREN'T for lunch. Of course if a large White Shark takes a taste, you'll still be damaged even when it lets you go. I have only seen a limited number of sharks diving in California. Mostly small ones. I've seen Angel Sharks, Horn Sharks, Leopard Sharks, and Tope Sharks. I once ~thought~ I saw a Blue Shark, but it was probably a Tope Shark. I've also seen rays; same family. Bat rays are cool. Electric rays are also WAY cool (look like the Starship Enterprise), but don't touch or get too close; they can give a good shock. Also seen a couple Round Stingrays. I would LOVE to see a Whale Shark!
One dive years ago we were swimming through Giant Kelp. The passage was pretty narrow, so my buddy and I were single file instead of abreast. I was in front. There was a clearing ahead, and I saw a shark swim by. I turned and made the "Shark" sign to my buddy. I turned back around, and as we proceeded, the shark came back and swam down the same passage we were swimming up. It was a Tope shark. It got close enough for us to get a really good look at. We got back on the boat, and my buddy said, "I sure am glad YOU were in front." I said, "Me too!" No need to be petrified. If you want to be scared of something.... INFLUENZA!
All I can say is.. I think you are a brave man. I think sharks are scary. Great Whites the scariest, I would be running on top of the water if I saw one.. 🦈
Swimming with sharks is not really scary at all. It is wonderful, and I'm lucky to have done it.
Here is my Great Hammerhead video from Bimini a few year ago:
https://youtu.be/AtJx3UKS6S0
I am hoping I will be able to snorkel with whales on a holiday soon.
Super cool vid, thanks for sharing 🙂1 -
Hi, I'm 46 and trying to lose weight.
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plsrkitty73 wrote: »Hi, I'm 46 and trying to lose weight.
Hi, you're in the right place.
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Hello, I'm 38, feel free to add me.2
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Good morning peeps! Hope you all have a great day!2
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Good morning everyone. Happy almost Friday2
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Good morning everyone, best Thursday wishes to everyone.1
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it's so cold here today I almost wish my hot flashes would kick in....brrrrr. Have a good day all!2
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Hello everyone. I'm Missy from Ontario and just turned 44. I was a member of MFP years ago when I had to get my weight back on track after having kids (please ignore the fact that they are both teens right now - smashes head on wall). I joined about 5 years back and lost 35+lbs....then our whole family took a 2 week vacation to Florida in Nov of '18 and had a blast, and I put on about 5-10lbs...not much, but then Christmas came and you know the story. The motivation just wasn't there.
But now....there is a different story. At the suggestion of my Dr., I have gone off my acid reflux meds cold turkey; in turn, I have cut out most chocolate....ok, chocolate after dinner, to be honest, most sugar, bananas and other citrus fruit. I have also cut out alcohol during the week and have stuck to my intermittent fasting plan.
So, yes....I'm a huge believer in intermittent fasting. I know many aren't, mainly bc they don't believe in it or think it's bad for you. That's ok....I'm not here to win you over on intermittent fasting. I just want to gain a few friends that can make this journey with me....maybe make weight loss a bit more fun. So, if we have something in common, feel free to add me and we can help each other!0 -
My soul age is 25, just saying...lol Feel free to add me, Just started back this week.1
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Hello everyone. I'm Missy from Ontario and just turned 44. I was a member of MFP years ago when I had to get my weight back on track after having kids (please ignore the fact that they are both teens right now - smashes head on wall). I joined about 5 years back and lost 35+lbs....then our whole family took a 2 week vacation to Florida in Nov of '18 and had a blast, and I put on about 5-10lbs...not much, but then Christmas came and you know the story. The motivation just wasn't there.
But now....there is a different story. At the suggestion of my Dr., I have gone off my acid reflux meds cold turkey; in turn, I have cut out most chocolate....ok, chocolate after dinner, to be honest, most sugar, bananas and other citrus fruit. I have also cut out alcohol during the week and have stuck to my intermittent fasting plan.
So, yes....I'm a huge believer in intermittent fasting. I know many aren't, mainly bc they don't believe in it or think it's bad for you. That's ok....I'm not here to win you over on intermittent fasting. I just want to gain a few friends that can make this journey with me....maybe make weight loss a bit more fun. So, if we have something in common, feel free to add me and we can help each other!
Hey Missy from Canada I'm Ali from Canada haha
We all always end up back here it seems. I almost thing it's easier to lose than to maintain. Good luck and stay warm!!!0 -
I was supposed to do a 20 mile walk this Sunday. It was an organised thing. The forecast wind is gusting to 60 mph, so it looks like it will be blown out.
I have had many dives blown out before, but very few (if any) walks.0 -
AliNouveau wrote: »Second strike day this week for schools
We have been exploring our city. Yesterday was downtown for the museum of illusions and today was to a skate trail close to the lake.
I'm going to run out of things to do if this strike goes on much longer
Would love to skate that! Me and my son had planned on going to the skating ribbon in Chicago someday, oh well:(3 -
Happy Friday, y'all!3
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AliNouveau wrote: »Second strike day this week for schools
We have been exploring our city. Yesterday was downtown for the museum of illusions and today was to a skate trail close to the lake.
I'm going to run out of things to do if this strike goes on much longer
Would love to skate that! Me and my son had planned on going to the skating ribbon in Chicago someday, oh well:(
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We love these skate trails and they are everywhere here it seems. There's one in a provincial park up north I want to go to. I think it's over 1km long1 -
32 looking for fitness buddies1
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Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!2 -
AliNouveau wrote: »Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!
This sounds like no fun!0 -
shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!
This sounds like no fun!
The cold or the school strike???
It's been fun for my boy he's averaged 2 days of school a week for the past 3 weeks!!!
We might be getting a 5 day weekend0 -
AliNouveau wrote: »shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!
This sounds like no fun!
The cold or the school strike???
It's been fun for my boy he's averaged 2 days of school a week for the past 3 weeks!!!
We might be getting a 5 day weekend
Lucky just make sure you guys play in the snow.0 -
Good morning and Happy Valentine's Middle-agers
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shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!
This sounds like no fun!
The cold or the school strike???
It's been fun for my boy he's averaged 2 days of school a week for the past 3 weeks!!!
We might be getting a 5 day weekend
Lucky just make sure you guys play in the snow.
It's too cold to snow today haha. But it's beautifully sunny out. So Canadian saying that!! Haha. The air hurts my face but it's sunny at least1 -
Good evening...1
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Happy Friday and Valentines day you beautiful people. Went out and got treats for all the kids and the hubby. Wonder if any of them will remember me? HAHAHA1
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AliNouveau wrote: »shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »shwncarson2 wrote: »AliNouveau wrote: »Holy moley it's a cold one today
But we're cozy and warm inside after having an impromptu play date with the neighbours.
Our public schools are in the midst of striking. They're doing rotating strikes. So today they could tell us their comments for report cards but not the grades. I would have thought just giving letter grades would be much easier than constructive comments. There seems to be no end in sight, I think everyone including the teachers are getting sick of the fight.
Happy Valentine's Day middle agers!!!
This sounds like no fun!
The cold or the school strike???
It's been fun for my boy he's averaged 2 days of school a week for the past 3 weeks!!!
We might be getting a 5 day weekend
Lucky just make sure you guys play in the snow.
It's too cold to snow today haha. But it's beautifully sunny out. So Canadian saying that!! Haha. The air hurts my face but it's sunny at least
It's so cold here, I think my hands and feet are just permanently numb0 -
I have booked the operation which should remove my scuba depth limit. I am hoping to dive Norway and Scapa Flow this year, if all goes well.
Scapa is where the German War One fleet scuttled themselves. I have dived it once before - it is brilliant.2 -
I survived my 10km night run. I did it in 92 minutes. One minute slower than last year!
I am definitely not as fit as I was last year. I pushed myself a bit much and ended up hurling all over the driveway. At least I made it out the car though!4 -
Versicolour wrote: »I survived my 10km night run. I did it in 92 minutes. One minute slower than last year!
I am definitely not as fit as I was last year. I pushed myself a bit much and ended up hurling all over the driveway. At least I made it out the car though!
Yayyy way to go, not on the hurling but completing 😁1 -
I have booked the operation which should remove my scuba depth limit. I am hoping to dive Norway and Scapa Flow this year, if all goes well.
Scapa is where the German War One fleet scuttled themselves. I have dived it once before - it is brilliant.
Hope the op goes well , looking forward to dive pics later this year 1
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