MELTING Friday

Good morning,
Thanks for starting us off, Robin!

I'm headed downstairs to get in CTX Upper Body before work. I'll BBL. Ta ta for now!
 
Goodmorning melters!

Shelley, yay for the first day of vacation. Especially if you spend it at Target! Enjoy, enjoy.

Tneah, wow, that is some boat! It's absolutely gorgeous. I hope I get to travel to the west coast someday to see you and the boat up close and personal. Yay for beautiful hair too!

Kara, you crack me up. I love your new diet suggestion, but being a microbiologist, not much gags me. Of course, there was the time the OR sent a piece of some guy's ankle for us to culture and it had hair on it. That just grossed me out. And occasionally you will walk into our large refrigerator and see a red bag shaped suspiciously like a leg.:eek: (Does this guy look like he's ready to hurl?)

Leanne, have a marvelouseous weekend beading.

Allie-bug, you get bitten because you are sooooo sweet.:D My DD, who works at a golf course, got poison ivy so bad last week that she ended up going to the doctor. She was very careful this year about avoiding the plant, since she week-wacked some last year. They figured out she got it from the golf course dog, Cubby, who likes to lean against your legs when you pet him.

Hi to Peggie, BG, Kristi, Shannon, Lainie and Deb. Did I remember everyone this morning? I'm headed for work. I hope to get off an hour early. We have an 8 hour drive ahead of us. I may be able to check in tomorrow, if my BIL will allow me on his computer. Then I'll be on the beach for the rest of the day! See you all a bit later.
 
Pi%%ssed Off

I typed for a half hour here and it disappeared!

I hate this new board...:mad:

Now I have to leave for work ....

Deb
 
Good morning everyone.

Turned the alarm off again, so will come home at lunch and do my Lauren DVD. I should have just gotten up. Oh well.

BBL
 
Morning all! I'm up and shoveling in my cereal. I can hear Sophie upstairs moving around, which is good, because I want to get going early. It's about 45 minutes to an hour to the border and then however long it takes to cross (sometimes a few minutes, sometimes MUCH longer!).

Robin - I'm gagging over here about your stories. Blech! ENJOY THE BEACH!!

Kara - OMG CHUMSICLES! BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHA! Ew:p Sophie just finished up fifth grade and starts sixth next month. The thing she's most excited about is the dances, which she now gets to attend (they hold a couple a year, in the afternoon). I hope that cat problem clears up soon.

Peggie - seems like we're both having issues with the early rising these days. Shall we make a pact for next week to get those workouts done early?

Tneah - YOU GOT THE BOAT! Oh, and it's SO PRETTY! I love it. Glad your hair turned out well! A package? Boy, I'm being inundated with packages lately! The mail guy must just love me! Thank you! I can't wait to see it!

Allie - are you glad Thursday is done? How are the bug bites? Enjoy CTX UB. I love that one. In fact, I think I might do it this weekend!

Deb - sorry you lost your post! I'll wave when we're in NF today:)

Leanne - happy beading! OMG that's so cute about the nap mats!

Okay, hi to everyone I missed! I'll be back later to check in and let you know what we got! Love you guys!
 
Holy smokes, my arms are FRIED from CTX UB. Yikes. I really love that one. It's so awesome.

Shelley: Have fun in NY! How exciting! I wish I lived somewhere cool where I could just hop back and forth between countries like that. Have fun at Target!!

Robin--are you excited for the beach?!?! I'm so jealous. How long are you off of work for? I hope today flies (flyes?) by for ya!

Peggie--turned off the alarm again? That's been me this week too. Don't ask me how I managed to get up this morning. I don't even remember changing out of my pajamas and into my workout clothes. I'm usually still half asleep through the warmup of whatever workout I do...Ugh. But then I have so much energy for the day and I'm in the best mood. So far this week I only managed to get up on Wednesday and today to workout, every other workout was after work, which I hate doing. :confused::eek:

Deb--oh no! I'm so sorry you lost your post!! Luckily that's never happened to me. Yet. :confused: I probably just jinxed myself and will lose this whole post. :( I hope you have a splendid day!

Tneah: OMG, I'm SO EXCITED that you got the boat! YIPPEE! I'm totally booking a flight to visit you for next summer now. hehe. Congratulations!!

My bug bites are still killing me. Ugh. I'm convinced that I must have been bitten in my sleep by something the other night because these bites weren't here the day after Jim and I had ice cream outside. Plus I found a big, nasty bug in my shower last night that I think was the culprit. I flushed him down the shower drain though. Sucks to be him.

Thank goodness yesterday is over. Ugh. I didn't even get home from class until 10:45. I'm beat. But I'm going out to dinner with my Dad tonight which I'm really looking forward to. I haven't hung out with him in a while. Oh, and my mom and I haven't spoken in exactly 19 days. *sigh*

Hey to Lainie-Loo, Leanne, Breckie, Kristi, Kara, Shannon and anyone else I missed. I'll be back later, ok?!? Kishies to all!
 
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Good morning, everyone.

Oh wow, am I glad it's Friday. I've reached the end of my endurance for computer work and sitting! So don't expect to see me around this weekend. I think computers are a curse upon humankind.

An interesting thing happened last night. I was doing GSL with heavier weights than normal. Everything felt fine. But then as I straightened up from getting my band ready for those leg presses, my lower back threatened to go into spasms. Yikes. My family has a very nasty history of back problems, but so far I've never had any trouble. I immediately paused the DVD and stretched until it felt better. Whew. I haven't had any more problems, thank goodness.

And yes, today is a rest day! :D

Tneah - I love the boat! You're going to live on it forever? How many square feet of living space does it have? What a neat adventure!

Allie - how are the bug bites? I have that sort of reaction to chiggers (nasty little mite-like creatures that plague us down south). I could tell you horror stories, but I won't. I think Robin told us enough of those yesterday, about the lab specimens.... Whew.

Robin - happy vacation! I sure hope the day flies by today and you get to leave early. Ummm, you had a LEG in your lab freezer? Oh my.

Shelley! Happy vacation to you too! I hope you have a blast.

Deb - dang it. Why do you think you lost your post?

Okay. I'm off to poke around the forums before I make myself work.
 
Shannon--ouch about your back! I hope everything's ok. My lower back is not very good. I pulled a ligament a few months ago in April during Imax 2 and it was so painful. It healed after only 2 days or so though. No matter what I do I can't seem to strengthen my lower back. :( It stinks. Be careful!
 
Allison - my back is fine. I think it was just working a bit too hard last night. But trust me, I'll be careful. I'm the only one in my family who has never thrown my back out, and I intend to keep it that way.
 
Morning All!

Robin, have fun on your trip! Gross! A bit of hairy ankle? :confused:

Shelley, have a blast today over the border! That is cool how you can flit back and forth at a moments notice. ((hugs)) to Sophie, she makes you so happy.:D

Shannon, Ouch! My lower back puts the hurt on me every single morning, it takes about an hour before it settles in or whatever and then its ok the rest of the day. Watch that chica, go get adjusted it really helps keep that spine in proper alignment, I am off to get my own back adjusted today.

Peggy, have fun with Lauren today, like I have to tell you that!

Allison, funny, I did CTX upper body chest, triceps and shoulders this week, I love that series, you can mix and match so many things! I was reading in the OD about you, you are an angel face sweet girl.:)

Deb, Grrrrrr....sorry you lost your post, it happens to me as well. I got a bunch of CC's last night, am still trying to figure out how to get them from point a to point b...

Well, crosses fingers, we are leaving for SD tomorrow hopefully. Staying on the old boat for a week til the new one gets here. Glad you all like it, and wow, would I love to have you all down! Par-tay on the promenade deck!:D Ok, I have no idea what "promenade deck" really is, but didn't they say that on the show "Love Boat" all the time?

Not sure what workout I will do this morning, need to fit in P90xLegs at some point plus some cardio...Leanne, I tossed the goldfish crackers BTW! Good grief, was that a momentary lapse of reason or what? I rarely do such things, but you were right, I needed a few more carbs I think.
BBL to chat..
 
Hi fellow Melties!

This is my last weekend of freedom before Mr. Trainerman. YIKES!

Just popping by quickly to say hi - and that I'll miss those of you who are vacationing, computer-avoiding, or otherwise frolicking about. I'll be checking in here and there.

With a gum popping tech and the teeth sucking doc today, so I may fling my body out onto the streets of DFW while this van is in motion.

Hope to BBL, but hugs and love to all of you!!!!
 
Lazy Lackadaisical Lainie

Man, I’m tired again. I got up and cleaned out my fridge (the very thorough method of removing things shelf by shelf and scrubbing every square inch) before I even had breakfast. So I found the energy for that but now I’m pooped. I got the kids and me fed and did some laundry already. I also had some cuddle time with Ewan who seems to be in a clingy mood today. Yesterday I did online grocery shopping and it will be delivered today (btw 11 and 1). I’m also waiting for a couple other deliveries, so we’re just going to chill at home.

I think today might be a rest day because I am super-sore and tired after 3-days straight of 4DS workouts. I think my little wonky knees could use a break, anyway. I’ll see how I’m feeling later and maybe I’ll get up and do something, but I can still finish out the 4DS tomorrow.

Robin, enjoy your vacation! You’re going to VA, right? I have a bro. in Richmond—it’s gorgeous down there.

Deb, sorry your post disappeared. I hate it when that happens. I’ve been doing mine in Word first so that helps.

Peggie, hey, maybe you just needed that sleep this morning.

Oh, and Peggie and Leanne—how about I bring both pairs of Rykas to the RT and you guys can pick your colors there?
Here’s the eBay description of the white shoes from Walkingsue: http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Ryka-N-Gage...63889QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262
And the black: http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Ryka-N-Gage...63889QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1742.m153.l1262
In my case it was mainly the bunion on my right foot that gave me trouble with these. The Studio Mid style must be a little wider there or something. (I know, it’s embarrassing, I’ve had this bunion since childhood—probably from ill-fitting shoes as my feet grew or something.)

Shelley, enjoy your trip today. Will you be hitting a Target? I thought of you yesterday when a very cute young man showed up at my front door. Unfortunately he was not hitting on me but just campaigning for the Working Families Party. Sigh.

Allie, sorry about those nasty bug bites. I still have this bite on my arm I got last weekend in the mountains and it is better but occasionally still giving me itchy fits. Easier when it’s just one bite, though.

Shannon, yikes, sorry you had that back scare last night. Be careful with that!

Tneah, such exciting news about the new boat. It looks so big and elegant. :) I showed it to Brian last night on the computer and he said, “No, I’m not getting that boat.” And I said, “No, I’m not asking for the boat; it’s my friend Tneah’s new boat.” He’s been looking at little kayaks online so I guess he thought I was suggesting he go bigger. :rolleyes:

Breckie, good luck with the annoying people today. And wow, the Trainerman Drama begins soon!

Kara, eek! Chum! My hubby likes to watch shark shows sometimes and it can kill an appetite, for sure.

Leanne, I ordered only ASC3, but I’m sure I’ll get Rumble eventually as well. I was just in a rare thrifty mood when I ordered. ;)
 
Hi BG! Glad you came by this morning, might be pretty sparse around here this weekend, I am headed back to SD tomorrow if all goes well...hey, I am going to "clean it up" diet-wise myself in honor of your journey with Trainer man...you are inspiring me to look at my diet plan and start cleaning things up a bit, mainly my wine, my goldfish crackers, my peanut butter and fat free ice cream...it always worked for me in the past having a "cheat day", so will go back to that--or maybe a "cheat weekend" so I can enjoy my vino on Friday and Saturday nights, that is when I want it anyway...it does not work for me, having a "cheat" everyday cause I wind up eating too much. Ya know what I mean? It's going to help me, knowing you are on the program working hard, is that weird?

I 'm just doing a little "housecleaning" when it comes to my wild ways lately.:p Plus, just looking at Cathe in those shorts is enough for me, boy, at 44 years old and looking that good? I may never reach Cathe status, but I can be the best I can be without going too nuts about it--hear that Miss Shannon our calm, cool voice of reason? Love ya sista!

Anyway, my morning musings...

PS>Everyone? This is buggin' me alot. I really hope you all don't think I was "bragging" or boasting about the new boat we got. That would be horrible if I came off like that! I wanted to share my happiness and pride in DH and our company. I am extremely lucky and we both know how lucky we are, in fact our boat is named "Dumb Luck!" Anyway, I just felt like I needed to say that cause I love you guys and would feel so gross if I looked like I was prancing around bragging.

Off to tackle the Spinerval workout and legs! Will be thinkin' bout you Shellers!
 
Well, today is shaping up into a slow day. That's okay - it's Friday and I don't feel like working. I seriously wish the Honda dealership would call and tell me my car is ready to pick up. Sigh.

Tneah - babe, I hear ya, and I'm soooo proud of you. :D Actually, I've been thinking I'd better clean up my diet a bit too. Nothing drastic, but I've been a little too casual with it lately.

And oh, no, you didn't sound like you were boasting at all about the boat! I'm really excited for you too, and I think it's so cool that you and DH were able to realize such a dream in life. I think it's safe to say that we're ALL proud of you!

Lanie - so.... here's another diagnosis from Dr. Shannon. ;) Has any doctor ever mentioned chronic fatigue syndrome to you? I don't know all of the symptoms, but I know it can be pretty tough to deal with... and very hard to diagnose, since you pretty much have to eliminate all other possibilities first.

Breckie - Ugh. I'd probably jump too, if I had those people riding with me! Does that lead apron block sound? Maybe you can pull it up around your ears. Good luck with Mr. Trainer man... I don't envy you one little bit!
 
Tneah – Girl, you are so sweet. You have NEVER come across as boastful in any way. Just put that out of your pretty little head. I (and I’m positive I speak for all us melt-o-rama chicks) am so genuinely happy for you and am thrilled that this dream has come true for you and DH. Just to show you how happy I am for you, I’ll be thrilled to come party on the promenade deck! ;) LMAO about the Love Boat. I used to have a crush on Gopher. And nope – don’t think it’s weird at ALL to be motivated by my Trainerman escapade. I obviously was motivated by yours! It’s so nice to know I have support here, I just hope I can do it… and that I don’t make everyone want to string me up by my shoelaces.

Shannon – good call about pulling the apron up over my ears. Might even be a good look too. I brought earphones, because I have to do QA on a trainee’s DVD, so I guess I’ll be uber productive today. I don’t much feel like working today either, but when they bring a patient in and they’re sitting right in front of me, I owe it to them to give them 200%. Somehow it’s not too hard once they board. Just in the meantime, you know? Oooh I can’t wait for you to get your car!!!! I hope they call you soon, too.

Lainie – Shannon’s brilliant. I wonder if that’s the case too! I hate that you’re so tired – and I wish I could give you some help! You’re not lacksidasical. So stop that. Wonder why Ewan is so clingy… That’s sweet, though. Cuddle time is the best. I think it’s a good call to take a rest day. Rest BEFORE your knees make you. J

Shell-o-rama – ENJOY your days off and your precious time with Sophie! I’m glad you’re going to get some reprieve from work at the very least. *slides Shellers a Coke and a smile*

Deb – that’s happened to me before, too. It is so FREAKING frustrating. I just quit composing in the browser, and cut and paste when I’m ready to post. Otherwise it’s like Tourette’s posting with all the “not nice” words that fly out of my pie hole.

Leanne – we’ll miss you sweetie! Enjoy your beading!!!!

Allie – have fun at din-din with daddy-o! I hope you 2 can have conversations about OTHER things. At least it’s not Thursday anymore!

Robin – we’ll miss you! Have fun and ((((HUGSSS))))) Don’t forget the sunscreen! And a big floppy hat or something.

Hi Peggie dear! You are a sleepin-in woman these days! Your body probably needs it – you’ve been so busy, esp with Tayler. Hope you get your workout in like you want!

Hi to Ms Kara and Kristi-poo and anyone else I didn’t mention above. (((HUGS)))) to my sweet melty friends! I just love y’alls guts.
 
Tneah, of course we know you aren't boasting, silly. When we come, can we be a "party boat?" When I used to go sailing on the Chesapeake with my SIL and her ex, any boat that had girls sunning themselves topless was a "party boat."

BG, so, do you think starting up with Mr Trainerman will get you back into your groove? I hope so.

Lainie, I'm with you on the soreness following a few days of 4DS. I did Boot Camp yesterday and had to pause a couple times during the aerobic portion and drop down my weights on the bi and tri workout. I agree with Shannon that you should look into CFS. Have you been tested for Lyme Disease? I think that has been linked to chronic fatigue too.

Shannon, have a nice computer-free weekend. How the back spasms are history.

Work has been pretty busy today, but someone in the department is all cleaned up and said she'd cover my work station so I can leave early. Yay. In 30 minutes, I'll be on vacation too.
 
Okay, now we can return to our normal program. :eek:

Yeah, I'm just a little teensy bit excited. I just called the dealership and the guy said it came in late yesterday afternoon. So I also just called my parents. They're going to help me do the auto shuffle. Dad and Mom will drive in, then Dad will drive his truck back, Mom will drive my truck back, and I will drive my car back. :D

Robin - you have a very nice vacation! I'm so glad you get to leave early. My back does seem a bit sensitive... I did some stretches during lunch and that's when I noticed it. So, no weights this weekend!

Breckie - I'm glad you liked my suggestion. ;) I think you're lucky in a way, since your patients do require 200% - I mean, it must be nice to know that you can jump in and give everything you've got, and know you're truly helping these people.

Now I just have to survive 2.5 more hours... dang this afternoon is going to drag. I'm dreaming of my cute little car....
 
Shannon - Yay on the car. Can't wait to see it. You need to post a picture.

Tneah - You don't brag. Not your style. Okay, I am going to clean up my diet too. No more Cheez-Its.

Breckie - Throw those people out. I tell ya I hate that teeth sucking crap. Drives me INSANE.

Shelley - I'm with you on getting up next week.

Allison - Hope your bug bites are better. I hate bugs.

Robin - I love body parts. Very exciting.

Lainie - You sound really tired. Maybe you do have CF or something like that. Hope Not. Hey chickie, second thought on the Rykas, I can't wear those higher top ones. I like the regular ones better. The others rub on my ankle. Leanne can take her pick. But, THANK YOU anyway.

Deb - Hey girl.

Hi Kristi and Kara.

Off to soak up some vitamin D and then to work out. BBL
 

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