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Welcome!!
Hey, just so we can know each other a bit... I live in Tennessee at the moment, originally from Northern VA and a few places in between, do local day hiking and a lot of weekend hiking/backpacking in the Smokies. I grew up in a big family and including three brothers- with so many kids (read: not a lot of money), our…
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Finding fellow hikers in your area...
I just found out about the site: www.meetup.com It enables you to find like-minded people in your area who like to do similar things...like hiking! For those who have a hard time finding others to hike/backpack with, this might be a great resource. ***Edit: Okay, so I went and checked out hiking groups in my area and there…
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Anyone else trying to use up their FSA Spending accounts?!
I am trying to think of things I can use my FSA Flex card during the next two days so I don't lose the money! What have you done with yours? Would love any specific recommendations!
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NSV and note to those with PCOS!
First, NSV!! Last night, I found some several of my clothes that had accidently ended up in my sister's closet, rather than mine. They had been missing for about a month and I was thrilled to find them since I am running close on fitting close right now. I went in my room and tried on one of the skirts...it didn't even…
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Who else loves the The Avett Brothers band?!
I adore them! One of my favorite bands of all time! Going to their concert tonight and can't wait!! Anyone else love Scott, Seth, and the guys? Have a favorite song? Listening to "The Laundry Room" right now.... = )
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Anyone getting new gear for Christmas?
So, I am buying new trail runners as a Christmas gift for myself and part reward for hitting my goals. Love these...getting the dark shadow color (for those who care...lol). http://www.merrell.com/US/en-US/Product.mvc.aspx/22877W/0/Womens/Barefoot-Run-Pace-Glove?dimensions=0 Also, my brothers are going in together to get…
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What do you normally hike in?
I am a big fan of Merrell's- have some trail runners for light hiking/trail running and a couple pairs of hiking shoes (gore-tex), Teva sandals for the summer and when I am going to be around a lot water. Love Keen's but tend to run too wide in the ankles. Out of curiousity, I was actually out hiking a couple weekends ago…
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NSV!! Coworkers noticed!!
First time ever!!! I've lost nearly 40 pounds and this is my biggest NSV yet! Okay, so I walked into the office this morning in new top/jeans and vintage oxford heels (sweet gifts!) and all in one morning I had 4 different girl co-workers stop me and make a comment how healthy and skinny I am looking!! One girl exclaimed,…
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Anyone else going to see a movie this weekend?!
I am psyched about going to see "Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows"....CAN'T wait to see it tonight!! How about you guys? I've heard a new Mission Impossible is coming out and has been getting really good reviews....
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Anyone else LOVE ModCloth?
I love ModCloth.com and their vintage-style clothing and am about to order my first dress from them!!! Anyone else have experience ordering from them? Do their dresses run true to size?
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NSV - An amazing way to start the day!!!
Yesterday I bought two new long sleeve fitted t's (in a smaller size!!) and this morning, for the first time in forever I am wearing them TUCKED IN my jeans with a cute belt and feeling very svelte and smart! = ) It has been over three years since I could pull this off!! Next stop, tucked in shirt with one of my pencil…
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Anyone else shop on ETSY.com?
I am trying to find some unique Christmas gifts this year and have been checking out things on Etsy.com. Are you shopping on Etsy? Any recommended items or shops that have awesome stuff? I am open to all kinds of ideas!!
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P90X - What chin up bar do you use?
I am starting P90X in January and am about to order the chin up bar. Do you have any recommendation or advice on which is best or what you have used? Also, have you had any problem with it damaging your doorways? These are the three highest rated on Amazon... ProSource Heavy-Duty Easy Gym Doorway Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar Iron…
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Good recipe for fresh cranberry sauce?!
Hey everyone, I want to make a healthy cranberry sauce/salad for Thanksgiving this year using fresh/frozen cranberries. Any suggestions?
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Any else love Walt Whitman?
Totally has been a Walt Whitman kind of day for me. Not close to a beach, but I love big autumn night skies. Anyone else a Whitman fan or have a well-loved poem? ON THE BEACH AT NIGHT Walt Whitman (1819-1892) On the beach at night, Stands a child with her father, Watching the east, the autumn sky. Up through the darkness,…
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What should I say when...
...guys compliment my voice? It's a little strange... I work in the medical industry and am on the phone all the time with patients dealing with insurance and payment. I will often be talking to men and during the conversation they will make comment about my having a sexy voice, they even apologize because they don't want…
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Does anyone else....
...spend a WHOLE lot more time on here than they ever did on facebook? I've never bothered spending much time on facebook or any other forum/social networking site...most of my friends on fb think i have dropped off the face of the earth. But then MFP happened to me...and now I feel like I almost live on here.
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I am MOVING! Where do you think I should live?
I have decided to move to a completely different city/state in the late spring and now just need to figure out WHERE to go! Where do YOU think I should go. I am seriously looking for suggestions.... I absolutely love the outdoors (mountains, ocean) and must be close to green spaces. Want to live either around or near the…
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Love to hike?
I am avid backcountry hiker....for those who love to hike/backpack/camp....a new group has been started "Hikers and Backpackers" and would love for you to join!! I am looking to connect with others and share favorite trails, photos, hiking stories, tips, thoughts on gear and equipment, etc. Join here!…
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Anyone else love to hike?
This is my favorite time of year for hiking/backpacking and I go every weekend for at least a long day hike, sometimes go backpacking for 1-2 night trips or longer if I have vacation time and depending on my schedule. How often do you hike? What is your favorite place to hike? What has been your favorite hike of all time?…
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What do you do if someone HATES vegetables?!
Our family friends have a daughter in her senior year in high school who needs to lose about 80 pounds (and is insulin resistant). They have asked me to put together a healthy food and exercise plan and she really want to make it work. She is already active and is up for anything in exercise. However, she hates almost all…
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Insanity or P90X?
For those of you have done one of these, or both, which one would you suggest I do first? What are the major differences? I am ordering this weekend to start on November 1st, so would really appreciate any recommendations.
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What is your favorite healthy snack?
I don't eat much sugar and not many desserts, but I LOVE dark, dark chocolate. I usually eat 1-2 squares of 85% cocoa chocolate from Lindts or Ghirardelli a day, whole ingredients, hardly any sugar and it has protein and fiber and antitoxidants. = ) It is my healthy indulgence. What is yours?
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Do you eat all your goal calories each day?
I find myself having a hard time getting all my goal calories in each day. I mix up my calorie totals day to day to keep my body guessing, but I am usually between 300-500 calories under. Should I try harder to hit my goal calorie intake? I don't want it to cause me to slow down my weight loss. What do you do?
