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Hi all. I'm just trying to get back into the journey, and could really use some local people. Anybody here interested in getting together for walks or gym sessions? I'm in Livermore, but can travel a bit. I have about 100 lb to lose, and a lot of physical conditioning to do, so vigorous hikes and such probably aren't a…

I've used a product that's basically ProActiv (different brand, but I forget what), that really worked pretty well. I also sometimes use the powder from Bare Escentuals - their stuff is all minerals. It seemed to work pretty well, and while the container is expensive, it lasted a lot longer than I expected. I used it daily…

Yesterday I walked up "cardiac hill" by work. For the first time ever, I did it without feeling excessively short of breath.

I eloped the first time, as an expedient measure, because my living situation had become untenable, and I felt I had to be married to lived with him. I should have seen the writing on the wall when my witness' camera broke, spoiling our wedding pictures, and I caught the flu that evening and spent the honeymoon shivering…

Mostly it was just grandma telling me I "have such a pretty face...if you'd just lose the weight...". I was maybe 20 lb overweight then. My husband has a gift for commenting on my weight without being hurtful, and I'm trying to learn and emulate it. I think it's multifactorial, and based in our relationship. 1. I know he…

Because possibly people who live with a condition she has (or might have) could give her the benefit of experience? A medical license is FAR from being a guarantee that the possessor thereof knows everything about proper care and feeding of humans. I've got a couple of conditions for which I've had to seek out experts in…

I tutored a woman for her GED, going from third grade performance to passing, in a year and change. Took her to ER when boyfriend knocked her down, gave her money to fly home on, to see her folks. Last I heard, she was bound for vocational school, the best choice for her, given how much effort she was willing to put in;…

I think my argument would be more physical in nature - simply because we accept these mathematical definitions for point, line, and angle, does not mean they have physical validity. We know things exist, or else nobody would be there to ask the question. So I'd say you have to add that to your postulates, or you're working…

I have to see if I still do. I love silly music, and had this and a bunch of it growing up. These days, I've dedicated a pandora channel to the funny stuff. My kid also introduces me to some of her favorites, like Poisoning Pigeons in the Park or My Self Esteems Not Low Enough to Date You.

If its gotten that insane, idthink about putting out word that next year, the neighborhood will be charging a small fee to help offset the cost of candy. If you make it free to attend, but say, two bucks a kid to go trick or treating, that'd probably keep it fun whil offsetting expenses somewhat for the street. Have…

If my dentist had done that when I was a kid, I would've sold them all the candy I didn't like, and then use the money to go out and buy candy I did like! Buy candy for the kids every year, give it out at approximately the pace that should last until nine. After that, I'm usually getting teenagers who have already been…

It's going to depend on a lot of factors. What's worked for me is to treat this as an experiment to figure out what works for me. The first few months, I sucked at logging, until I was finally able to make a habit of it. From there, pay attention to what you've logged and how it compares to what you've lost. Make sure you…

Your 17 year-old is almost certainly old enough to be content with you having a different name; the 10 yo would probably appreciate the gesture still. I'm going by how I felt about this, and how my daughter reacted to this issue at these ages. I was getting ready to take my name back when she was 11, and she was willing to…

In six years together (dating and married), my husband and I have between us lost four grandparents. We've planned a wedding, painted two houses outside, and most of two inside (not hired painters, painted it ourselves or with help), moved cities once and house three times, adopted nine pets, rehomed two, and put two to…

I noticed in the gym mirror today that I no longer bulge where the back of my swimsuit ends. It's a proper fit again!

Yep, I love my 70% dark chocolate. The calories aren't that bad, and it satisfies that urge. Otherwise, sometimes I'll substitute a Zone Bar (chocolate mint) for a meal when I really, really want chocolate. If I'm having some at meal time, I don't have to satisfy the urge later as a snack. I try not to overdo that - I want…

I am sure your changes are getting noticed and watched, but let's analyze the motives behind the watchers here. Do you think they are really thinking "she looks ridiculous" or is it possible they're thinking "how long is this going to last" or "wow, this means a lot to mom. Weird." If its the "how long is this going to…

Good choice. I went to college after mine. A project is great when your life is changing - it gives shape to your life at a time when you're maybe feeling a little bit lost. Feel free to add me if you want.

Fifteen laps in the pool - a little shy of a half mile. A year ago, two laps required a rest, and four was plenty. Less than three months ago, I had shoulder surgery. I will be in physical therapy at least another two months, and can't use that arm most of the time while swimming. Getting that far right now is seriously…

He's not worth it. I was over 60 lb overweight when I met my husband, and gained 40 because he's an excellent cook. He would like to see me lose weight for my own good, but doesn't judge my desirability or worth as a human by my size. Consider being alone for a while - figure out what you like about yourself. Then you'll…

This. A huge part of dieting (and life in general) is falling down and getting up again. Repeat as needed. As long as you get up, it doesn't matter how often you fall down.

No, I believe you belong to the category of nerd or geek, but probably not dork. Unless (as is likely) your wife knows things about you you aren't telling us. I've seen various descriptions, but I think geeks and nerds are mostly people who enjoy unconventional and generally technical/scientific interests, while dorks are…

I hope that works for you. I can completely sympathize. Mine ultimately got bad enough that after three endometriosis surgeries, I had a hysterectomy this year. I'm not going to recommend that last, as while it's been a godsend, it's a personal decision, and some things are worth the pain. Until I was sure I was done…

I like your sci-fi authors. I wonder if you've tried Orson Scott Card and Robert J. Sawyer? Two of my favorites in the more contemporary set. I am finally working through Anne McCaffrey's stuff (at least some of it). I've been rebelling against it for years due to my sister trying too hard to push it on me. Same story for…

Can't just now, since my husband will see it, and it will upset him while he can't do a thing about it... Neighbor who has been working on our fence just came over. Seems while we were out of town (leaving the place in care of our almost-adult daughter), someone came into our yard, took his circular saw (which he left here…

I've considered geocaching, but haven't found time to try it yet. We have five pets, two jobs, and a fixer upper house - plenty enough to keep us busy! Probably will give it a try sometime - after I'm done with rehab-level work!

That's not a fine line - that's the tail end of their whip!

I've been dealing with my therapy office for four years, and haven't missed a single year! They have a tradition of allowing you to put a hand or footprint on the wall and sign it with a saying, when you finish your therapy. I was in for a while for my foot and both shoulders, having been done with the knees a few months…

I told my co-workers before my round of surgeries that I was going in for my 40-year overhaul! Actual mileage was a bit higher, but close enough.