December Chat
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Looking good at 50! Must be all that exercise and a diet high in gains!
Happy 50th to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer!
Lisa Respers France (CNN) - The longest-running holiday special still has a very shiny nose.
"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" premiered on television December 6, 1964, and is now one of the holiday season's perennial favorites. The story of the reindeer who saves Christmas is beloved among children and adults alike.
The Rankin-Bass animated film production company used Japanese puppets and stop motion to tell the tale, bolstered by a soundtrack featuring Burl Ives' rendition of the theme song.
In the story, Santa's reindeer Donner and his wife have a son, Rudolph, who has the distinction of a nose that glows. He runs away after being made to feel an outcast and links up with an elf who dreams of becoming a dentist and an adventurer seeking silver and gold.
After ending up on the Island of Misfit Toys and wandering for a while, Rudolph goes on to save his loved ones from the Abominable Snow Monster and guides Santa through a blizzard that threatens to ruin Christmas.
In 2006, the New York Times reported that fans drove for miles to see the Rudolph and Santa Claus puppets at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta. The pair were thought to be the last of the surviving production puppets. They had been taken home by a production company employee and given to her children after filming was completed.
"In 2005, the nephew of the original rescuer found the puppets in a family attic and brought them to be appraised on the PBS series 'Antiques Roadshow,' " the Times said. "Created for about $5,000 each in 1964, they were valued at $8,000 to $10,000 for the pair. The family sold both figures to Kevin A. Kriess, the president of TimeandSpaceToys.com and a lifelong fan of the Rankin-Bass films."
The special has been shown every year since it premiered, which gives it a leg up over other beloved shows like "A Charlie Brown Christmas" and "Frosty the Snowman" and makes it the longest-running program of its type. And viewers still love it.
One fan posted on social media, "I love watching Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer...and remember our tv that was like this growing up. Of course our picture was black and white. Lol.0 -
Hey Joan, your new gym sounds great! I love the idea of using MFP by the dietician. I also love that there are so many classes. I am usually a solitary exerciser (not on machines but outside with the pooch) but I am happier in classes.0
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Got through a 50 minute weight lifting class -- the first class I've attempted in a year and a half. The best news is - my back didn't make a peep. Let's see how I feel tomorrow
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My Zumba class was cancelled today as our instructor is ill and they were unable to get a replacement. So instead of a good workout I wrapped Christmas gifts...I suppose that means I worked just as hard!!! lol
I still went to Weight Watchers class and got to my Goal Weight there so all is fab!
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Jean - how exciting! Congratulations!!!0
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Thought this was worth sharing. Laughing is the best way to relieve stress and cure winter blahs!
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I love it, Charlie. I wish I could go to the Jim first thing every morning. It just seems to be a struggle for me even though I eat lots of fiber. (Not to get too personal)
I lost 19 pounds quite easily and everyone said I wasn't getting enough calories, so I added just a few for a couple of days and it took about 2 weeks to lose pound 20...but I finally got there today. Now back on my way to lose another 50 to 60. First goal is the 50 pounds and then I'll see how I look and if I need to lose 10 more. I never thought I'd be able to even get to this weight again, so I'm excited and thankful for MFP.
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I have had the same problem. Doctor suggested softeners. Didn't work. Some drink stuff, didn't help. More fiber in my diet, didn't help. I started taking Fiber Gummies and they seem to help some. You might try them. I take four a day (recommended two, but they say you can go up to four - I buy CVS generic brand).0
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Charlie, very funny cartoon, ty!! Literally LOL here. As to regularity, it is a struggle when you are limiting carbs. I find that taking ground flax seed daily and incorporating beans into my diet as often as possible has kept me healthy. I also try to include a portion of an apple every day (usually about a quarter of an apple, with skin).
I want to wave hello to DamitJanit and say welcome! I am fairly new here myself and I too never thought I would see again the weight that I am at today. This is indeed a wonderful and supportive group.
My husband attends spin class faithfully every week at our "Jim" and I am toying with the idea of joining him tomorrow. Years ago --- seriously, maybe 9 year ago --- I went every week. That's how he got started. I just kept gaining weight and it became too difficult. But now... I am close to the weight I was when I abandoned it.
I will report back and let you know if I did it, or chickened! ~ Kathy
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ok, I may not be able to move tomorrow - but I did it! I survived all 60 minutes of the spin class. Whew! It actually felt great.0
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ok, I may not be able to move tomorrow - but I did it! I survived all 60 minutes of the spin class. Whew! It actually felt great.
Wow, good for you. All I did was put together a piece of furniture yesterday which meant lots of bending and squatting, and I am so sore today that I can barely move. *sigh* I guess that really says more about the shape I'm in than it does the condition of my back problems. Talk about feeling "Old". But only my body, not my mind.
Once I can move, I know it will be a great day. Keep up the great work, ya'll.
Janet
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WOW!! I'm in awe Kathy! Congratulations.0
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I have finally rejoined the living. Been very sick for the last week and was traveling for 10 days before that. Hope to get all caught up next week and logging again.
I loved the MEM about Jim
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welcome back, retirehappy ... so sorry to hear you were sick! Glad you are on the mend.0
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Welcome back .... Hope you are feeling better x0
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Thanks
I think it is all gone now.
Upside of stomach issues, I did go down and so far I am staying there.0 -
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Mmmm, Wooken3! I'll be checking out some of these. Tx0
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Since we'll be RVing for the last two weeks of December and not sure about internet connection, I'm posting this now. Merry Christmas everyone!
Sung to the 12 Days of Christmas
♪♩♫ On the 12th Day of Christmas MFP friends gave to me,♫ ♬♭
12 dudes I'm blocking,
11 friends just watching,
10 corny topics,
9 busted log-ins,
8 friends complaining,
7 stalkers stalking,
6 friend invites,
Fiiiiiiiiiiiiive Drama Queeeensssss,
4 recipes requests,
3 photo links,
2 friends-a-liking
and a creep who won't stop messaging meeee!
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very cute Wooken!0
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Sung to the 12 Days of Christmas
I love it. I guess I'll be humming the tune all day now but I want to learn these words. Have a great Christmas.0 -
Happy trails, Wooken and thanks for the song.0
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I finished my last two gifts on my shopping list today. Yes, I am retired and waited until the last Saturday before Christmas, to get out there with the mobs. That's what being lazy got me. But I've been much better about exercising this week so I'm pleased with that.
I want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and for all of us I wish a happy and healthy New Year.
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I'm with you, Janet. I got everything done yesterday and now have enough cash left for about one batch of Christmas cookies - which is probably a good thing - since it'll be those little ball shaped ones with confectioners sugar and pecans. (maybe I shouldn't be introducing visions of such things here) Anyway, I really feel good about my ability to limit myself to one or two this year.
Yes - let me chime in - Merry Christmas, Hannukka, and whatever Holidays you're all celebrating!0 -
I'm not a baker but always enjoy making cookies at Christmas. The problem is, I also love to eat them. I have all the ingredients but have resisted making any this year. I feel my willpower to not bake is stronger than my willpower to not eat.
I could always make a kind that don't tempt me as much, but what is the fun in that? So no cookies at my house this year. I hope you all do a good job of resisting the things you know you shouldn't eat. 0 -
Good Morning from our little RV now parked in San Diego. We are enjoying seeing San Diego all dressed up for Christmas with our Granddaughter -- 20 yrs.
Unlike Christmas' passed, I am paying attention to what I'm stuffing in my mouth!! Santa will NOT be bring me 10-pounds of fat this year!! The Cook prepared and froze a bunch of meals for our stay that is now in the Granddaughter's refrigerator. And the RV is full of good things for breakfast and lunch, so the goal is Healthy Eating!!
Wishing Everyone a Season of Good Choices!!
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Hello everyone. I found you via DamitJanet - thanks for telling me about this group. This is a very hard time of year for me. My boyfriend doesn't do Holidays and I've learned that it's easier to go along with him than to listen to constant criticism about it. We will have a Holiday breakfast with my children & grandchildren at my daughter's house on the 28th. I am looking forward to my journey here on MFP and in this group. I'm 66 and the goal is to lose 70 lbs. Also want to improve my stamina so I can be active again and maybe find a friend to do things with. A joyous holiday to all of you!0
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Welcome, NEKrebel! Wishing you merry and healthy holidays ~ Kathy0
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Welcome NEKrebel, I'm glad you found the group. I know you will be successful on your journey. At our age, we are smart enough to know that it takes time and perseverance. There are so many great people here to support and give suggestions. Just log your intake daily and be more active and you will be shocked at the results. Oh and of course, eat at a deficit.
Have a great Christmas even while living with "Scrooge". lol
Janet from Myrtle Beach, SC
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