Part 3 ~ turtle club
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Back in town after a weekend on the road. No running, sort of OK on the diet, except there was this gluten-free bakery as part of this restaurant, so I had to try some of it, didn't I? It was research, really.
I'm jealous of the bakery- what'd you try, or um, what research did you complete? :huh:0 -
Back in town after a weekend on the road. No running, sort of OK on the diet, except there was this gluten-free bakery as part of this restaurant, so I had to try some of it, didn't I? It was research, really.
I'm jealous of the bakery- what'd you try, or um, what research did you complete? :huh:
It is called BabyCakes, and the oatmeal raisin and chocolate chip cookies are 'crisp' rather than chewy but very tasty. The agave-sweetened brownies are not super sweet but nice and chocolatey.0 -
It's Monday!! What's everyone up to today? I'm going to hit the weights here in a few... going for a new workout regimen this week.
I love changing things up! Might get in a run later too.
I forgot to add my weigh in, I won't list my weight but I was down 1 from last week. I'm pretty much at my ideal weight, but I find that if I focus on losing instead of maintaining, then I won't gain over the holidays. :laugh:0 -
Good morning :flowerforyou:
I had a great 4 mile run this morning. Plus, I finally don't feel insanely hungry. I predict I won't be a pig today.:laugh:
chat soon,
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Becky's post was amazing, and something we should all read a few times and absorb. It's called determination in a very raw form. Not everyone has it, not everyone will get it, and you can't buy it in a store nor comes in a pill form. This type of run is raw and defines us, and will define you, Becky, as you run that marathon, hit a tough patch, and your journey reminds you that you can do it, and will do it. Great job Becky!! I am very proud of you, and that is pride in the best possible context.
For Ray, he'll be recovering from more weekend projects around the house with his soft "office hands", then fly to Nashville later today. But, not sure why he writes in the 3rd person....oh, send HELP!! Ray is out of his mind again.
Ray0 -
sorry so short -- very sad day -- family drama takes it toll after a while. I've had my fill for a lifetime. Today I'm unable to let it roll -- hoping tomorrow will be better.
and it's a non-running day -- so, anyone have any suggestions for cross-training at home....0 -
sorry so short -- very sad day -- family drama takes it toll after a while. I've had my fill for a lifetime. Today I'm unable to let it roll -- hoping tomorrow will be better.
and it's a non-running day -- so, anyone have any suggestions for cross-training at home....
I'm sorry to hear that. I really hope you feel better, and things get better soon
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How about some yoga? Might help you with a few peaceful minutes (if that is possible).
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sorry so short -- very sad day -- family drama takes it toll after a while. I've had my fill for a lifetime. Today I'm unable to let it roll -- hoping tomorrow will be better.
and it's a non-running day -- so, anyone have any suggestions for cross-training at home....
Break out your jump rope Girlie.:flowerforyou:0 -
and it's a non-running day -- so, anyone have any suggestions for cross-training at home....
Lifting.... the wine glass, that is :drinker:
Hang in there, girl :flowerforyou: 0 -
:blushing: Wow Ray! Thanks! :blushing:
Wendy~ *epic* is the perfect description! I actually WAS feeling pretty chipper by the time I posted that. It beat me up, but it didn't beat me! :bigsmile: Feeling pretty good today. I was TIRED yesterday! A little more sore than usual as well, but nothing horrible.
Please don't let that tale mess with your head. That was week 16 of training and the only awful run we had. Honestly, there were one or two short ones where I wasn't in the mood to run or was tired, but honestly, it has been an awesome training experience!
Julie~ (((hugs))) so sorry!
B~ thanks for checking in over the weekend!
Tom~ that bakery sounds awesome! I need to get some ideas together for my youngest daughter next weekend. Our 1st gluten free Thanksgiving. (Oh, kitten is back to 100%!)
Kelynn~ I'm glad you were able to have a wonderful weekend with your BF! Sorry to hear it is his last weekend off this month. Will he get any bonus vacation because of the holiday?
Jess~ I hope you enjoy your new regimine. I'm sure it will be a doozy! Last year was the 1st time in my life where I lost weight over the holidays. I'm planning to make this year the 2nd year!
Erika~ was your dad able to return to work today? What grade/level does he teach?
Tabby~ your weekend sounds like heaven! I know that sounds demented ,but omg! I miss those days! I must confess I DON'T miss chipping ice out of 60+ water buckets and hand carrying warm water to each of them BUT I do miss those long weekends of mucking,etc! I'll have to come visit so you can put me to work! :happy:
Leash~ one more day? Is tomorrow the injection day? Oh, I hope you feel instant relief!!! Did you get your presentation wrapped up and delivered?
Kechie~ I really, truly want to meet up for a run/race next year. Let me know what you're looking at for spring and I'll check my calendar and hopefully we can make something work! :happy:
Shuntae~ how are you feeling? Still walking on air after that amazingly awesome race?!?! I'm so happy for you! :bigsmile:
Yesterday was restful. I helped DH with a (very little) bit of yardwork, but mostly just took it easy.
Today I'm catching up on the laundry, grocery shopping, dishes,etc.
I have self defense tonight. I'm supposed to get a mouthguard ~ There will be head shots taken and landed . Sounds fun, doesn't it! :laugh: Actually, it is! The jury is out on whether or not I do heavy bag before.
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Becky, you can come help all you want! I love doing horse chores, especially on a weekend as beautiful as this one. When it's -40 and we have 50 feet of snow, not so much. :noway: However, all in all, I prefer that to sitting behind a desk all day, which is my actual paying job. :laugh: Glad the kitty is mended, and glad you have recovered from your run!
Julie, sorry you are down. Look on tv at the 'fit' chanel, or online on youtube for some Zumba workouts. Dancing will give you some exercise, and cheer you up. Failing that, put on some music really loud and dance around. Your family might think you're nuts, but I assume that the drama affects them all, so they might appreciate some levity. Heck, maybe they would even join you!
No running for me today, weights this morning. :sad: That burns so few calories. I am trying very hard not to be swine today. Also, my weight is up 3 pound over the weekend b/c of all the junk food I ate. I was under on cals, but ate a lot of garbage. Drinking vinegar and green tea to reverse the effects before Friday. :bigsmile:
Have a great day everybody! :flowerforyou:0 -
Jess- Changing things up huh? Don't you always do that? You look great by the way!
Wendy- Hope your swim was good, at least you didn't gain, always a good sign!
Kechie- Alright so I guess your in the bird club, nice job! Glad to hear your not hungry anymore, at least not as much.
Ray- Sorry but your always out of your mind. ha. :bigsmile:
Julie- Drama sucks! "bodyrock.tv" Don't judge it by its cover, the workouts are awesome and the girl is super nice and motivating!
Becky- Have fun at class, it must feel good to just hit people haha
Tabby- I don't know how you choke that stuff down! Don't worry you'll drop em quick either way.
Bg- I GUESS your post counts for the weekend, but still not good enough!!!!
Tom- If they had amazing carrot cake I might just make a trip to that bakery, long trip but it might be worth it!
So I'm super excited about my presentation tonight, well mainly about the idea. Its probably what I'm going to write my thesis on and my professor said that its an excellent idea! I'm going to leave you guys hanging... ha! Wow I'm so mean. I did get it pretty much done though, now I just have to practice.... also very excited about my team that I picked, we are huge! haha Should be a great season. I STILL don't technically have an appointment for my injection but they said it would be thursday or friday, I lied in bed last night in agony cause I had to hit vballs for a lot of the tryouts and it really screws up my left side even though I hit with my right hand.... WTF!!!!!!! Ok so I'm going to focus on my project now, have a great Monday everyone
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Today was *THE ONE*
*THE ONE* I knew was out there
*THE ONE* I knew was waiting to ambush us
*THE ONE* where the aches started at mile 2
*THE ONE* where the aches graduated to pain by mile 5
*THE ONE* where I got physically ill at mile 10
*THE ONE* where pain transcended into something else entirely by mile 15
*THE ONE* where I got physically ill again from the pain at mile 18
*THE ONE* where we threw in the towel and said WTF ~ 21 is good enough, the program only had us scheduled for 20 anyway!
*THE ONE* where I came home and got sick for a 3rd time
it was NOT the one that messed with my head
it was NOT the one that made me question running 26.2 miles
it was NOT the one that defeated me
it was NOT the one that made me want to quit
it was NOT the one that made me freak out because it was so slow (4 hours)
so, all in all, it was still a great run! :bigsmile:
and as a bonus, I figured I should get on the scale again and sure enough, down another 3 pounds from yesterday! :laugh:
I have had my recovery drink, ice bath and hot shower
DH is taking me to Outback for dinner
I figure I should be into negative calories already so time to indulge
I'll be back tomorrow to catch up on everyone else
Have a great night! :flowerforyou:
:flowerforyou: Well put.0 -
I just ate 2 bites of chocolate cake. :sad:
On a bright note, the county fairs around here DO have pig races. I am thinking I could enter! Oink! Oink! :laugh:0 -
okay, i'll admit i've been L-A-Z-Y for a few weeks now, taking Mondays off (in addition to my rest day Sundays) because they don't count in one of the weekly Nike+ challenges i play in. but today i headed for the track for an easy 5K (no -- not trying to make it count early for tomorrow) and got this crazy idea to run the bleachers too just to shake off the rust from the weekend. two sets of them, actually, after mile 1 and again after mile 2. not a bad workout. i just might have found a new Monday routine.
P.S. careful what you wish for, Leash -- i may just write a sonnet next weekend, so we menfolk can get some credit. after all, we're certainly underappreciated around here -- our countless words of wisdom, our impeccable sense of direction (no maps needed), our collective ability to admit when we're wrong (even though it never happens)...
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Hey y'all! :bigsmile:
I just want to send each of you a big hug and thank you for your friendship, advice, and your contribution to my life! :flowerforyou:
I don't want to let the day pass without letting each of you know that you've made an impact and a difference in my life!
It seems as though we are all facing challenges and hurdles and I know the people around me have been rocked by tragedy and it makes me appreciate the people in my life even more.
In just the past few weeks, people I know personally & peripherally have
-lost both a sister and brother in law and been left (at age 22) with an 18 month old nephew to raise
-lost a 20 year old son to suicide
-lost a brother to a freak 4 wheeler accident
-lost a premature 2lb son
-lost one of their men (military) to a horrific car accident
Today my other mom begins her chemo. The family has been told to expect her to need a feeding tube due to the incredible debilitating effects of this *medicine*
I know each of you are facing your own challenges, hurdles, and personal tragedies but remember you're not alone.
We have eachother's back on this board!
It struck me that I never want any of you to doubt that each of you are a truly exceptional person and even if we never meet in person (although I truly hope we do!) you have made a lasting impact on my life.
Thank you for being willing to reach out and make that connection! :flowerforyou: :drinker: :flowerforyou: :drinker:
(i promise to be less introspective tomorrow just 10 days early for Thanksgiving thanks ) 0 -
Tom- If they had amazing carrot cake I might just make a trip to that bakery, long trip but it might be worth it!~Leash :drinker:
Actually, they are a chain, with outlets in California and New York and elsewhere. Kitchen is dedicated to gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut-free, vegan, organic, etc, etc. The Florida outlet is located in Orlando in downtown Disney as part of Pollo Compera (?), a new restaurant that just opened. Didn't see any carrot cake. Guess I have to go back for more 'research'.0 -
Tom- If they had amazing carrot cake I might just make a trip to that bakery, long trip but it might be worth it!~Leash :drinker:
Actually, they are a chain, with outlets in California and New York and elsewhere. Kitchen is dedicated to gluten-free, dairy-free, peanut-free, vegan, organic, etc, etc. The Florida outlet is located in Orlando in downtown Disney as part of Pollo Compera (?), a new restaurant that just opened. Didn't see any carrot cake. Guess I have to go back for more 'research'.
I have a gluten-free carrot cake on order for my birthday
It's from a small, local gluten-free bakery. If you guys are ever in CT, let me know- it's absolutely to DIE for 0 -
Becky, your post almost made me tear up. You're a sweetheart and you're just as important to us as we are to you :flowerforyou:
It's experiences like the ones you mentioned (specifically, losing my Mom so suddenly) that make me a FIRM believer in "LIVE YOUR LIFE"... as they say, 'you never know.' That's why I make losing weight a balance- I want to be healthy and make good decisions, but I also refuse to cut out certain things in life that I would miss (a night out with family, for example). Everything in moderation, and don't be afraid to "live your life" (which can mean a whole bunch of different things to different people) from time to time. Thank you for the reminder :flowerforyou:0 -
Kechie~ I really, truly want to meet up for a run/race next year. Let me know what you're looking at for spring and I'll check my calendar and hopefully we can make something work! :happy:
I'm starting to think we should all plan to do Richmond next year. That looks like one that a lot of us could get to easily.
So far, I'm doing the Tobacco Road half in March. It is flat, fast, and a BQ. Fairly new race but had an awesome debut last year. Mostly b/c of how gorgeous the course is. It is mostly on well maintained trails. No roots or rocks. Like running on a dirt road with fine gravel. People use the trail for biking and horseback riding year round.
After that, I'll be doing the City of Oaks half in November, AGAIN.
I usually do a 5K in Raleigh in June, September, and October too.0 -
thanks for all the well wishes - and Becky, that was an awesome post. You guys have been so kind -- I can always count on you to help me thru rough patches. Your kindness and support are priceless. i never in a million years thought I could make such fabulous friends online. thanks -- for everything!!!!0
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Becky, you truly are an inspiration, thank you very much for such a beautiful yet sad post. Your in my prayers along with all of those people in your life that are hurting.0
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Unfortunately I have a scary story myself but I need to share it as a reminder...
I was walking on the bike trail just now, about 4 in the afternoon... I was up on the levy part walking by apartments that were down below me to my left. I saw a big hispanic main in a wife beater walking the OPPOSITE way as me down by the apartments. I then looked down again to make sure he was gone but he was walking the same way as me and speeding up. I then got to a point where I couldn't see him and I got really nervous so I started to run. A very nice man on a bike came up next to me and said "Hey, theres a man running up the hill towards you." I told him I saw him and that the man WAS walking the other direction before and then started basically following me from a distance... he got really close to me in the time that I couldn't see him when I started running. The man on the bike offered to stay with me until I was safe, sooo nice of him so I ran pretty darn fast not even caring that I'm not supposed to be running, I couldn't even feel pain because my heart was beating so fast and I was so scared. Thank God the man on the bike came, thank God. I saw 3 women on my way back and warned them all so I at least warned 3 but this kind of stuff happens all the time unfortunately, I should have had my pepper spray with me and I realize how very lucky I am... nice man on the bike thank you, thank you very much. I may be able to run pretty fast but who knows what that man was capable of. I'm very shaken up right now but I know I needed to share this to just remind everybody.
Please be safe out there you guys, especially us girls, its scary to think of what could have happened... really scary.
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Thanks for sharing, Leash. I actually just got on the computer to update you guys and tell you that the guy that raped a jogger here in CT a few weeks ago (in a very affluent town, on a very wealthy street) was identified and the police are looking for him now. As you said, Leash- it's scary out there. It only takes 2 seconds for something to happen, and unfortunately, it has be totally paranoid to run now
:brokenheart: :sad: :indifferent: :noway: 
I'm a pretty big wimp as it is, but now, even more so.
And Leash, that's SO nice of the man on the bike to wait with you... it's comforting to know that there are still good people in the world- we hear so much about the bad, that it's nice to hear about the good as well.
SO happy you're safe, Leash 0 -
Kechie~ I really, truly want to meet up for a run/race next year. Let me know what you're looking at for spring and I'll check my calendar and hopefully we can make something work! :happy:
I'm starting to think we should all plan to do Richmond next year. That looks like one that a lot of us could get to easily.
So far, I'm doing the Tobacco Road half in March. It is flat, fast, and a BQ. Fairly new race but had an awesome debut last year. Mostly b/c of how gorgeous the course is. It is mostly on well maintained trails. No roots or rocks. Like running on a dirt road with fine gravel. People use the trail for biking and horseback riding year round.
After that, I'll be doing the City of Oaks half in November, AGAIN.
I usually do a 5K in Raleigh in June, September, and October too.
*ears perked* Richmond? I could perhaps be persuaded to do that one again. Awesome race...just sayin'.0 -
Unfortunately I have a scary story myself but I need to share it as a reminder...
Please be safe out there you guys, especially us girls, its scary to think of what could have happened... really scary.
~Leash
Oh, Leash!!!!! Good for you first of all for paying attention to your surroundings. And I hope you are thanking God for that wonderful man on the bike!!! This is one reason that I am doing this self defense thing w/ my dh's friend. I am strong and fit, but I realized that I don't know the first thing about fighting/ defending myself. I could outrun most guys, but I want to know what to do just in case. I've learned some good things just in a couple sessions. At least I feel like I can protect myself and know more of what to do in those situations. So glad you are ok!!!! ((HUGS))0 -
Hey y'all! :bigsmile:
I just want to send each of you a big hug and thank you for your friendship, advice, and your contribution to my life! :flowerforyou:
I don't want to let the day pass without letting each of you know that you've made an impact and a difference in my life!
It seems as though we are all facing challenges and hurdles and I know the people around me have been rocked by tragedy and it makes me appreciate the people in my life even more.
I know each of you are facing your own challenges, hurdles, and personal tragedies but remember you're not alone.
We have eachother's back on this board!
It struck me that I never want any of you to doubt that each of you are a truly exceptional person and even if we never meet in person (although I truly hope we do!) you have made a lasting impact on my life.
Thank you for being willing to reach out and make that connection! :flowerforyou: :drinker: :flowerforyou: :drinker:
(i promise to be less introspective tomorrow just 10 days early for Thanksgiving thanks )
Becky ~ Thank you!! And ((HUGS)) to you. I don't normally talk about that on public forums, but we all have our own family/ friend struggles. My dear great Aunt who is 97 years old is not doing well and it has been very hard on my family. She's like a grandma to me as my grandmas have all passed away. I try to be thankful every day, not just for Thanksgiving but in everything give thanks. :bigsmile: Life is truly a blessing and I try to live every day to the fullest and not take things for granted. I've had too many things happen and seen things happen to other people to not live that way.
Feel free to share anytime. 0 -
Well, I ended up getting in my slow and heavy chest + back + plank workout and then decided to head out for a short 3 mile run. Got outside and realized it was 40* and sprinkling. Oh well, I wanted to run so I headed out in the rain. By mile 2 I hardly noticed it was raining and after mile 3 I just kept running. My ankle felt great and I decided to push it for mile 5. Ended up getting a 7:40 min mile pace for mile 5 and 7:52 min mile for mile 6!! Finished up .2 to hit a 10K and felt FABULOUS!!! There is nothing like a good run to make your day! :drinker: I'm thrilled that my ankle is feeling good and recovered!!!
Have a great night! :flowerforyou:0 -
Ok, the peer pressure is starting. The Gasparilla Distance Classic is in Tampa end of February, and my running buddies are starting to talk about it. In years past, the weekend consists of a 15 K and 5 K on Saturday and a 1/2 M and full on Sunday. They dropped the full this year and substituted an 8 K. They offer 'challenge races' this year, the 'Light' challenge is to race the 5 and 15 on Saturday and the 1/2 on Sunday, or the 'Ultra', where you run all four races. Four races totalling about 30 miles within about 26 hours. Will have to get serious about it soon - it's only about 13 weeks away. I'd offer it as a destination race for the group, except 2 of the 3 years I have run it have been about the worst weather of the whole year, so it isn't likely to be a good winter get-a-way type race (but the offer still stands, if I decide to do it. I've put in almost 900 miles this year, and I haven't been 'training' since my full in February, so I could use some focus.0
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Kechie~ I really, truly want to meet up for a run/race next year. Let me know what you're looking at for spring and I'll check my calendar and hopefully we can make something work! :happy:
I'm starting to think we should all plan to do Richmond next year. That looks like one that a lot of us could get to easily.
So far, I'm doing the Tobacco Road half in March. It is flat, fast, and a BQ. Fairly new race but had an awesome debut last year. Mostly b/c of how gorgeous the course is. It is mostly on well maintained trails. No roots or rocks. Like running on a dirt road with fine gravel. People use the trail for biking and horseback riding year round.
After that, I'll be doing the City of Oaks half in November, AGAIN.
I usually do a 5K in Raleigh in June, September, and October too.
*ears perked* Richmond? I could perhaps be persuaded to do that one again. Awesome race...just sayin'.
I could probably be persuaded to travel to Richmond... 0
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