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Dog names?
Hi, everyone So today I'm going to meet our soon-to-be new member of the family, our second dog/puppy. Originally, my husband and I planned to get another male boxer, but per the advice of many people and the breeder himself, we're going to get a girl... Here's my question: We'd originally planned to name the puppy…
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Good dogs being bad :(
So...I love my boxer. He's a sweetheart. But lately he's been acting off. My husband left last Sunday to visit his grandma and won't be back until Saturday evening. Since my husband left and I've been at work all day, my dog has pooped in the house four times and peed as well...he's getting into stuff which is usually his…
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Waiting on biopsy results
OK I have had too much time to think about something and it's making me a nervous wreck. I went to see a dermatologist yesterday due to a suspicious mole I had...my doctor did a biopsy yesterday and I probably won't get any results until tomorrow or Friday. My family has a history of melanoma and I, my brother and dad have…
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Would you rather...
So you have to answer the question and then pose one of your own to the next person. Eat out of a public garbage can or not take a shower for 1 month
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So what's your excuse?
Lately I've been thinking about what I used to blame my lack of progress on...What initially got me onto this site is a few pounds I gained during college. I don't have a lot to lose and I'm working hard...but I stopped to think about the things I told myself when I started my journey versus what I now realize to be my…
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Arrival of the orange people
It's almost spring...and here come the orange people...AKA Oompah Loompahs...AKA fake tanners. Yesterday at the gym I saw a girl that I kid you not, was orange from her neck down and her face was pale as mine... Why...I have to ask, why do people do this? Are they not aware of how bad they look? I know I'm pale. The only…
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Awkward gym moments...
This morning, I was in the shower...the lady next to me was making...noises one might make in other places...if you know what I mean. Supremely awkward. Who needs to make those sounds in the shower?! I don't care how good the hot water feels! What are some of your awkward moments at the gym?
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Baby fever :(
I genuinely just want advice. I'm struggling a little bit. My husband and I decided early on before we got married that we were going to wait a while to have kids after we got married (10 years was what we agreed on, which would put me in my late thirties by the time we start trying). I was completely on board with…
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Sounds a lot like common sense...
http://www.eatright.org/Media/content.aspx?id=6442474717#.URPcDB2x_Sg
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Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender (or The Legend of Korra)
Any Avatar: TLA fans out there? I just started the series over again (I do quite a bit of artwork based on the series and am a HUGE fan)...anyone else? Thoughts, favorite characters, favorite episodes? I'll start Favorite Character: Toph Beifong (hands down) Favorite episode: Probably either the 2-part season finale from…
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Skinny Taste
I don't remember who it was...but someone on this site introduced me to the SkinnyTaste website. I just have to say...THANK YOU! Some of the best recipe I've ever had OR made!
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Low Blood Sugar Binging
For those of you with diabetes (especially brittle diabetics), ever experience the phenomenon of severe low blood sugar when you eat ANYTHING...and EVERYTHING in sight? Doctors and other people caution against over-treating a low blood sugar (aka: eating everything you can get your hands on), but they do not and cannot…
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working out when you are sick...
So I started feeling under the weather on Friday evening. Still did ballet and an hour long walk yesterday...this morning I felt ten times worse...it feels like the flu. My body aches all over. Hubby is telling me to skip the workout tomorrow......beginning to agree,but that would be the first 5am workout I would have…
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Coach Michelle/mshoney76
Ok, so when I first joined this site, this individual has been pretty much annoying me. She friended me and I thought that was fine...then she starts FLOODING my inbox with emails about some beachbody program...Since I saw it was a come-on, I removed her as a friend. Now she's sending me emails as a different…
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Looking for a good bathroom scale-suggestions?
So up until recently I've been weighing myself at work...however, the accuracy of it is very questionable because of many reasons. 1.) By the time I get to work, I've already eaten my pre workout snack, had at least 2 cups of water during my workout and maybe even had my breakfast AT work. 2.) I cannot (obviously) weigh…
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Question about the sun's effect on highlighted hair
I'm going to Cancun next month for my honeymoon. I had grand plans to get my hair all cute and highlighted before we leave, but I've been told by a few people I should re-think that because in order to do my red highlights, the stylist has to bleach parts of my hair (it's quite dark naturally, as you can see). Is this a…
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Increasing calories was such a smart move...
So before I had my settings to lose 1 lb/week and I was working out like a maniac (lots of Cardio)... Since last Friday I changed my settings to 1/2 lb/week and started doing much more weights (still some cardio, but it's more like half and half now). Already I am seeing a HUGE difference! I haven't weighed in yet (that's…
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If you could make any food calorie free...
What would it be? You could eat endless amounts of it guilt free. No carbs, no fat, no protein...no calories. For me-Peanut Butter. Hands down. What about you?
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Men and hair...what gives?
So I have been growing my hair out for about three years. I had super short hair for a really long time and wanted change-then boyfriend mentioned he liked long hair...now that it is longer, he says he likes it when I wear my hair up...and I heard on the radio the other day that men like women's hair best when they wear…
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Awesome peanut butter yogurt dip
This is something I packed in my lunch today...beware, it's habit forming and SO delicious! 2 parts vanilla or plain yogurt (1 cup) 1 part peanut butter (1/2 cup) Honey to taste (optional-usually only needed if you use plain yogurt) Blend together with hand mixer or whisk until well incorporated. use to dip pretzels,…
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Nightmares as an adult. Anybody find something that helps?
As a kid growing up I had night terrors. My parents would try to wake me up but couldn't...and I do recall having vivid nightmares growing up as well (can remember what they were about to this day...I do realize that those dreams were likely not my night terrors, as you're not supposed to be able to remember night terrors…
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Sore muscle remedies?
I had my second ballet lesson on Saturday. Since then, my leg muscles (quads) have been KILLING ME. I tried stretching, hot showers...I managed to get up and work out this morning but they are so painful and stiff, it was a struggle. Any suggestions that have worked for you? I don't want it to hold me back this week. I…
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Settings for weight loss?
So I'm getting frustrated because I am always feeling hungry. I work out 6-7 days/week (have started incoroprating more strength training as well as Cardio and I'm now taking ballet once/week for 1 hr and 15 minutes each time). Without exercise included...I work somewhat of a desk job, much like a nurse. I sit a good part…
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FOOTBALL!!!!
Is anybody else freaking out? I'm so excited. First game of the season tonight. Mama needs her fix! Even if it is cowboys/giants.
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Circuit annoyance.
I realize a lot of people are going to get defensive here...but it must be said. At my gym, there's a large sign over by the circuit that says that area is for circuit training only...and that if you are not following the rules which are clearly posted in large print...your membership may be subject to termination. I get…
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Frustrated
OK-so for those of you that are going to come on here and just be cruel *you know who you are* Please...just don't. I'm looking for genuine and KIND advice. I've been working my @$$ off...getting up before 5AM daily to work out. On the weekends I do a lighter workout routine...started Ballet Classes or take the dog for a…
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Ballet question
So I had my first (EVER) ballet class this morning. It was so much fun, but I really need to work on flexibility. Anybody out there that does Ballet that can give me some exercise routines or advice on how to increase flexibility in the hips (spine seems ok) but leg extensions are tough for me. I do have a little…
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Fall is coming!
So I'm getting impatient for Summer to end here. I hate summer. I hate being hot all the time and paying so much for AC. I am definitely looking forward to Fall...Anybody else? These are the things I miss most... 1.) Sweaters-comfy, cozy and CUTE 2.) Jeans...all the time. No more shorts. Blah (mostly because I'm very pale…
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Ladies-makeover suggestions
Hi, you stylish females out there.... My husband is leaving next month for a work conference. While he's away I'm treating myself to a day of beauty and shopping. I am getting my hair dyed/highlighted...I wanted suggestions for color for those of you who are familiar. I honestly have not done it more than a couple times in…
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Annoyed with the hubbs...warning-this is a rant.
So tomorrow, my husband wants to go with some friends to a pre season football game. We're gonna tailgate with friends and then go to the game-which is fine, don't get me wrong. Here is the problem. For over a month I have had a haircut scheduled for that morning. My plan was to get up somewhat early-get my workout and…
