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I did the hill hike again today and I am getting faster. Also trying out one new meal a week. The current try is Peruvian Chicken and is darn good.

This is awesome!

So, what is this Run 'n Gun that you speak of? I thought I did that already in 3Gun?? Look up MGM Ironman, now there is run and gun. Video up on my channel from my 15yo running it last year. Carol, there is probably enough hardware between us that you would not have to buy a rifle, unless you wanted to. :smile: For those…

Papago is one option, and a bit closer. I do not know the spot, but it is part of South Mountain, and the entrance is on the Chandler side rather than the South Central Ave. one. There is even a service that will take you to these places. Some do the hike through, so they will drop off and then pick you up at the other…

TJ.. great idea! Actually pretty simple to do, just an adapter needed and common. Most of the places have natural gas/Propane water heaters and furnaces, so just a matter of getting a line run. Not too bad as I have had it done before. House before this one was fuel oil heat, electric water heater/cooking. Put in Propane…

Really miss my Marble dough island. Not that I am making bread and pasta any more. I cook with gas and cast iron, and am dreading moving back into town where everything seems to be electric. I forsee some house modifications already!! heron, not just a CA thing as you will find that all over the country. I would say that…

Not as often as I like, or should. Last time was about a month ago. Just got lazy and stressed, so stopped. I like to hit it at least once a week, twice is better. Have to work on adding the pack when I get better. Awesome job on the running!

It is a 30 to 40 percent incline, so pretty steep. I went a bit over 1/2 way up and called it good for now. When I get good it takes about 45 minutes of steady hiking (no snow) to get to the top. The nice thing is that it is all on my property. Saw four Cow Elk too, and the dogs are much happier now.

Jen is "Czeching out" at the range!!! LOL My primary Production Division and 3Gun pistol is a 75B, with a P-07 for CC and night shoots. I would LOVE a 58.. those are sweet rifles. Of course my 1911's and CZ have learned to get along.. Looking at the mountain behind the house, it looks like I can get in some serious…

Happy Birthday Jennifer!! Roads and trails here are ice packed due to the warm days and cold nights. It would be easier trying to do walks in an ice rink! Dogs are in a funk now since they are not getting to go either. Great time to start up my dry fire routine! Having issues trying to decide which pistol I want to run…

Jennifer, to my knowledge it is normal. I know that it happens a lot less now than it used to, probably me just getting more used to the new "normal". What I have found is that if I don't watch it I go longer between eating, and that is also not the best thing to do.

Very cool John! Heron.. read Patriots and Grey 90's(early version of Patriots) years ago. A friend of mine has a couple out: Against the Grain and Pillars of the Fall by Ian Daniels. Lights out was a really good one too. Vampire Earth was another interesting series, and I still have not read all of them yet. I used to read…

I am going to have to look up that 299 Days.. I have had those same sorts of dreams, although it is usually my holster is empty.. :( Just a regular guy, never been in the service. I also want to know about wearing shooting glasses to/before bed? I must have missed something.

Thought I would step in and check on everybody. Yep, I am still kicking around here. I am slowly getting more comfortable with all the life changes. Plus side is that I stuck to my food intake during the last 2 months, so my weight has basically stayed the same (huge for me).

Kris, I avoid restaurants at all costs (client meals excluded). For those I order salads. I can usually find a Boston Market (1/2 chicken and green beans). Many places have good salads. Breakfast is usually way tougher. I find a target if possible and get Atkins bars, or order a burrito with no potato and just eat the…

Still hanging in there folks. Last 2 weeks with all the travel and very long days were rough, but I did not do too awful. Went on Saturday to see my parents for a few hours (once a year thing), and she made vegie pizza (yes a crust), and my fav Rhubarb Pie.. I could feel the sugar coursing through my veins on the drive…

Made it home safe. Anyone ever notice that house sitters make your house smell not like you anymore? Gads. :smile:

Hangout? I missed a hangout!! Heck, I even had a good connection from the hotel. Heading back home today and then back out of Monday. A few days of better eating is sorely needed. Next week should be better too... I hope.

Better get this in here before I head to the site for round 2 of problem solving. Pretty much eating salads while I am here.

Whew, remembered at the last minute. Working hard at a customer site. :D

Checkin from the airport. Busy week ahead.

Gads, starting 2 days late. Love the tidbits John. I think I have a 1L bottle around here somewhere...

I think I will pull up a chair and Popcorn... err Pistachios.. and watch. I am not going anywhere on T day, so I can sit here and watch the drama unfold :smiley:

I am not sure when a Casserole becomes a Casserole, or really what really makes anything a Pizza? :smile: The idea actually came from a Chicken Pesto Pizza that we used to make with the Boboli?? or my homemade crust. I just deleted the pesto and the crust. So, is it still a Pizza? Or is it a Casserole now? :smile:

Sadly the one I have left does not have a lid. I love it anyway. Reminder if you have tile counter tops.. do not put hot Pyrex on them. They are cold and it will shatter. Just a tip :smile: I need to get some new ones.

You know TJ, I really messed up with posting that. That is what I get for assuming that everyone knows what I am saying :smile: The Spinach is fresh, and it cooks down; does not crisp up. Think Casserole style. It is a glass dish, Pyrex if I remember correctly.

I pre-cook the chicken, let it cool, then shred. Shredding gives it more bulk. While the tomato in slices is good, the Sun Dried really make the flavors pop. Gads, I darn near want to make a batch now.. :smile:

Chicken Pizza Use a 9x12 Casserole Dish. Ton of spinach for the "crust" 3 or 4 Chicken Breasts, Shredded 1C of Sun Dried Tomato, or regular Tomato in slices Olives, or Green Chilies, both, or not.. You pick 2C of Mozzerela Cheese Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Not quite full Paleo, with the cheese. One batch can feed me for a…

Hammer, you are correct. There is a lot to those rhythms, and I know with my northern ancestry they are huge. It is hard,and I have learned to roll with it, even though mentally I detest it. My weight loss has stopped, which for now I am taking as a blessing since I was falling dang fast due to stress. So I have leveled…

I have gone off track quite a few times. I was actually very happy that through all the stress and trials over the last 6 weeks I managed to keep it on track. Not a varied diet, but I did stay on. Will I ever go off track again... I am sure of it. I believe I have learned enough good habits to keep it to a minimum though.…