The Watercooler ...Turbo Tuesday

[FiddleFit]

Good afternoon,

Well, DD and I both survived the dental visit - barely. The story behind that is that DD apparently had a really high fever some time in her early infancy (or I may have even had one when pregnant with her) when her adult teeth were forming underneath the gums. The fever interupted the normal development of her enamel, with the result being that as her adult teeth grow in, they have a very poor enamel coating. One molar in particular has almost no enamel on it. So, even though she doesn't have cavities, we have to take her to get fillings on this tooth. For some reason that we don't understand, she has a terror of the dentist. It's not like she had a bad experience or something. She just freaks out and begins to cry hysterically every time they ask her to open her mouth. Right now the dentist is only putting temporary fillings on this tooth, because there's no way she'll sit still well enough to allow him to put a proper filling in. The dentist told me today that when all her molars come in, I should take her to a pediadontist (sp?), who will put her under a general anaesthetic and put all required fillings in at once. Today another dentist heard the drama coming from her chair and afterwards approached me. He suggested we do a desensitization process where I bring DD for as many "happy visits" as it takes for her to become comfortable with him. When she's ready, he will try laser dentistry on her. This will allow us to avoid the general anaesthetic, which thrills me. So, we'll try that and see how it goes. Aren't you all glad you expressed concern?

Be back in a minute...
Sandra

 

[FiddleFit]

Back again.

Wendy - I go through all this stress with my DD about her teeth, and it's really nothing compared to what you have to go through with your DD. I hope she's better about sitting in the dentist's chair than mine is? What's all this about stripping? There's a story that needs to be told....BTW, what are you making for dinner this week? I need to make up my grocery list today.

Laurie - I'd planned to make that Chickpea and Cauliflower Stew and Chilapias (sp?) for dinner last week, but that ended up being the day I ate popcorn for supper instead. So, hopefully this week. I'll report back.

Jeanette - Oh, so the sunflower jersey on that velogear is not as nice as the one that's been around for a while? Well, now I'm stymied as to which to order!! But thanks for reminding me. If I want them by May 6, I'd better get my order in soon.

Okay, these are all the personals that are coming to me without reading back. I'll go back and reread what you all wrote.

Cheers!
Sandra

 

[FiddleFit]

Debra....I'm so happy you're still getting regular service from your mechanic. I was a bit worried, after your post last week. What's going on with XDH, btw? Was he arrested? Is he unemployed? What? What? Surely some of those conversations you've had with your XDH could be considered aggressive? So, I'm thinking the answer to all your napping might be less alcohol consumption, perhaps? Just thinking out loud here....

Wendy....What cardio will you be doing with the Cardio Coaches? I know, details, details...

Tracy....Won't Personal Training become your part time job? Or are you just doing this for the personal gratification? I can't decide whether 4DS shoulders are better to add on to the Chest & Back workout, or the Biceps & Triceps. What's your opinion?

Traci....Well, maybe this has been your problem all along: you've been living in the wrong time zone! We are sisters-in-doms, my friend. LIS cardio was about the only cardio I could have handled today. I hurt everywhere: upper and lower. A nice yoga session is required by the end of today. Did you ever try the Namaste's? I went to order PY4H2 yesterday, but when I noticed the cost of it was one penny short of the $25 needed to get free shipping, I got disgruntled and gave up. Thanks to that "Jumpsnap" thread on OD I see today that Amazon sells some jumprope videos (RopeSport). I may purchase one of those. Have you heard anything about those? Have you noticed that another thread has latched onto your icon technique and are using the "i" one to demarcate their thread? You're a trendsetter, for sure! Isn't Jeanette hilarious? Her bit about the cheesecake diet today sure cracked me up. Awww, you're making me blush. I'm glad my pms-mania mode had some good benefit, last week. Ooooh, I'll go look at your pics after I finish this.

Patricia....It takes a lot to offend the women around here. Believe me, I've tried I've never even heard of the workouts you've been doing, but if you're getting some DOMS, then it can't have been wasted effort. Oh my goodness you have a veritable paradise of weight workouts to look forward to. I love PP/SS for the fun factor. The Pyramids are just so effective. Let us know if you end up having an "outter body experience" during the bicep section, like Cathe does.

Jeanette....You're hilarious. I commend you on your committment to the cheesecake diet. You must be a tiny as a mouse by now What changed with the race, that you're now doing a different distance? Did your team decide to do a shorter version of the triathlon? What day is your race?

Laurie....Athlete of the Week for shaving off 40secs? Doesn't that just mean she had a good tailwind? Congrats to her! Considering the "genre" of that dvd was listed as "gay/lesbian", I think you're right. How odd that that dvd popped up as I was searching for Eoin....

Lea, Kim, Christiane, Carol, Nicole....Wave, wave, wave, wave!!!

Sandra

 

[MommaPew]

Sandra - I'm so sorry your DD is having all this stress with the dentist. Just be thankful that dentistry has come along way. I've had so much work done on my teeth over the years and boy has it become a walk in the park compared to 20 years ago.

Laurie - at least your go-to-dinner of popcorn is more healthy than my bag of taco chips. At least I don't do that to much anymore, much;-)

Traci - loved the pictures - but I vote we chose another photographer for Edmonton ((insert smiley face here as it "ain't" working for me)

That's all the personals for now because its quitting time and I've got a headache. Sheesh, trying to keep up with you guys is a full-time job

 

[FiddleFit]

I've got a few more minutes, so thought I'd go back to yesterday's discussions....

Debra....CBL might be coming to Edmonton next year? Well, that would make things interesting. I guess we could all get him drunk and cover him in make up after he passes out.

Patricia....I swear I read about a year or two ago that Matthew McConna-whatever was coming out with a workout video. No joke! I know that would be a big seller among women viewers....Oh, that wheel step class was quite something. They don't look like they're having fun. The person who thought of that was pretty creative. Don't worry about keeping on top of all the conversations around here. A few of us don't have to work a full-time job as well as find time to workout, take care of children, and run a household. So we fill the extra time by writing about working out.

Traci....Did you make up those tips yourself? Heh heh!! Nice ones. I especially like #7.

Wendy....Oooh, you ordered the new Eoin! And Bryan Kest! Now order some RopeSport and tell me if it's any good. I was indeed crying for something during those one-legged roll-ins. Brutal.

Jeanette....Yes, I'm under the impression that you and I aren't all that far apart. Oh, I'm glad you're ordering Amy's ASCII! It's got a huge fun-factor, once you get past the learning curve. The sound and cuing are better than in ASCI, too. I remember "Sideways" LOL!!! Not one I'd want to watch with my parents, either! So glad those aliens got destroyed by a decent hour.

Well, it's time to go pick up DD from the bus stop and see how she survived the afternoon at school. After the dental appointment, before I took her back to school, we took a walk through the mall and I bought her a smoothie and a new pair of shoes. Retail therapy seemed to be in order.

Cheers!
Sandra

 

[aschendell]

Hi all...just sitting here avoiding studying for a few minutes...I ended up doing on of the Low Max premixes today...and my knee is KILLING me!! This is from an old injury that I have apparently re-injured. Step is just killing me. Anyone have any ideas for subbing cardio??? Still feeling tired..and my throat hurts...again...could just be from the weekend, or perhaps I am catching something. Who knows??

Sandra....
My goodness!!! What a time you and DD had today!!!! Poor things! My DD doesn't enjoy going to the dentist either, but luckily she has no problems. I don't like having people prod in my mouth either. I certainly wouldn't want to have to put her under general anesthesia if it can be avoided. Ugh. Good luck with all of that. I know, I know, I overdid this weekend...I think it was the week of prep leading up to the weekend too...This old dog is just not bouncing back as well as I used to. Let's see...CBL is back on my good side...XDH will continue to be on my bad side...He is not in a dungeon in Siberia however...and his company is still up and running and so hopefully he will continue to send the checks as he has in the past. And then he will not have to feel my aggression...lol!


Okay...gotta run for now!! See you all in the morning!
Debra

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To be a part of this Dance even for a moment is an unfathomably huge gift---Eoin Finn

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[taprice]

Hi all,


DS and I had a nice run and I felt great. It was another one of those days when I really didn't want to go, but once I got going it was good. Then I did sweat, so I'm good to go now


Debra - I guess the friends wore you out this weekend! Glad XDH will still be able to send a check. That would be a bummer if he couldn't.

Traci - Wow, are the hormones in check or were you just tired? Is that a sleep in record for you?

Patricia - Yes I try to mention working out, but I guess there's more to life than fitness

Laurie - I felt really good running today, so my vote is for 4ds for a few weeks. I think the leg work is a nice change of pace and it' really time efficient.

Sandra - I do the 4ds shoulders with Bi/tri, but only because I've been adding in 6 sets of pull/chin ups when I do chest and back. I really am feeling good about the 4ds series. If you look at weight training, it really is very well put together.

Jeanette - You are kidding about the oatmeal and the peanut butter aren't you?

Hi to everyone else, I've run out of time.

Off to watch Biggest Looser,

Tracy

 

[Cole7626]

S&H Chest plus C&W Step portion

Hi all,

Yes, I'm still alive and kicking I am trying to get back in the swing of things since arriving home. DH did a fabulous job of taking care of the boys and I half feel like they didn't miss me All that testosterone distracted them

I am so glad you have put up some pictures of the retreat. It looks like I missed a good time I love the smile on Julia's face when she is opening her presents and the rest of you all look gorgeous! We'll for sure have to plan another one and make it even bigger!

I am doing a Slow & Heavy rotation this month that pretty much follows Cathe's June '03 rotation. I wanted to see if it helped lean me down a bit.

I see we have a new addition to the Watercooler family. Welcome Patricia! See what happens when I leave, new name, a retreat and a new member of the group

I'll have to do personals later. I must get the boys ready for bed;

Nicole

Feel the burn!!!

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[cab0899]

Well I just finished a run, did CC#7 (first two challenges only) so 4.6 miles on the treadmill. Took a rest day yesterday.

Traci Congrats on the 2 new clients! BTW I posted my P90X results over the weekend, not very impressive but in case anyone was interested.

Jeanette- Sounds like you are relieved in having your race changed.Hope it makes it more enjoyable for you. I'm making a chocolate truffle cheescake on Thursday for ds's birthday if you would like to come have a piece.

Sandra Thank goodness you and dd survived the dentist. We did the dentist and doctor with ds over spring break. The dentist was great! The doctor not so much, he's going to go into the Children's Hospital for some *ahem* surgery. I told DH he could go with him to that appointment.

Wendy Can help you much with the cardio coach. I just get Mike to do it for me. Hope you enjoy them.

Laurie Congrats to your dd on her track time!! My ds started running club today.

Nicole Hope you had fun with your sister. Glad to see you back!

Tracy What did you think of TBL tonight? Are you going to vote?

Patricia- How's the tricyle riding coming along??

One cute doggie story for all you dog lovers, my ds is turning 11 this week so starting yesterday instead of going to the afterschool program he's walking home and staying home alone for a hour after school before I get home from work. Yesterday, I hurried home to find out how he did, he was fine but he said it totally bothered little Bandit. She was concerned that he was home alone and spent the whole hour at the front door whining. LOL Poor thing, hard to change routines when you're 15 yrs old I guess. I think she thought I must be with him but still outside. He said she was a little better today.
Kim

 

[Netta]

Hi girls,
Hope everyone had a good day today. Came home to DH's nice pot of beans and ham pieces. He also baked canned biscuits. The carpet cleaning guy came today to clean carpets and couches. DH was here to help move furniture. This experience is really good for him. No painting on the house was accomplished today due to lousy weather, but tomorrow looks much better and he assures me the paintbrush will be in his hand. Good Lord, this project is taking forever!!! Guess I need to be patient. I also picked up some meds for Lexxie's hips from the vet after work. Also purchased some other more natural remedies from the health food store. Tomorrow will be a bike ride after work. I just sent out a group email to the bike club to see if anyone wants to do a ride around a beautiful local lake this Sunday. Mileage will be 40 some, with some climbing. Weather is supposed to be around 70 degrees on Sunday.

Laurie, did you decide on a rotation yet? I hate to grocery shop, especially right after work. I'd rather just drive straight home and the grocery store is out of the way for me. I too came back to lots and lots of paper. Was a bit overwhelmed but managed to get things organized and made a dent in it. So you did GS Legs too? I like that workout, but I kind of tweaked my lower back with the deadlifts again. I was ouchy all day today. I really have to watch those deadlifts. I can't see going any heavier than the 35# I do. That is just a weak area for me. The little Xers, yep, I think Debra, Wendy and I are all about the same height. We are the lollipop gang, the lollipop gang, the lolli.... LOL about you wanting to bop your boss on the head. Sounds like he just can't do more than one thing at a time, though that is common for men I've found.

Traci, thanks for posting pics on your trail. I need to upload mine too. Did your clients ask to see new certificates for your required training this last week?

Debra, how are you feeling? I'm thinking not well as I don't think you've posted this evening. Please take care of yourself and rest. Glad this didn't hit until after we were gone. Guess we used and abused you. How did Julia's kite fly? Were there some fancy kites? Was there any wind for it to get up in the air? You'll have to stop by the horse with some carrots. I had a horse that would not eat a mushy apple, but could definitely eat a limp carrot. LOL about Traci speeding up the 3 tracks for Wendell. Sounds like a race, doesn't it? LOL!!! I really am relieved that the triathlon bike segment is shorter. Huge difference between the International and 1/2 Ironman efforts. I feel much better now. I'm planning on a climbing ride with my neighbor tomorrow after work. Can ride right from my house to do it. The road I ride to climb has very little traffic on it and cars can see me from afar. My mirror works great as I like to see cars coming up from behind and know they are pulling over. Many times I've climbed this particular grade which takes about 40 minutes from the bottom and maybe had only 1 or 2 cars go by me the whole time. Hope it's that way tomorrow night. Glad you didn't have to resort to X-Lax for the boy in class. Yet. I hope you get to go to the Ren Faire. I think Julia would love it! I would love it too. I'll have to google ren faires around this area. I am so sorry to read about your knee bothering you. Darn it all. I did notice you have your workout mirrors strategically placed so you can check out your calves. Can I trade those with you? You have some awesome calves girl! So you changed your Meez to a bellydancer? Tired of headbanging today? You nut!

Patricia, hope the headache is gone. Those can be miserable. Hopefully, you don't get migraines.

Sandra, glad the dentist visit went okay. The desensitizing plan sounds good. So many people are scared of dentists. I never realized it until recently. Hope she is not experiencing any pain. I have gotten to where I don't like the drilling sound and smell. Reminds me of a branding. If I were to pick between the 2 jerseys, I'd say your first choice with the brightly colored sunflowers is my favorite. I'll try to get a picture of me in both of them and send to you. Yep, I emailed one of the girls on the triathlon team and asked if we were still on for the relay in May. I also mentioned that the 1/2 Ironman distance would be tough for me as I have not been able to get the long rides in to practice up for it. I told her I could do it, but it would be at a slow pace. The runner we have is my Ironman friend and she is really fast so I'd rather be able to ride my bike fast too and the shorter distance would allow for that. The link to the race is www.auburntriathlon.com. We will be doing the International distance. I can't remember my time from last year, but it was under 2 hours and a very good time, compared to the others that competed in the relay (even the fellas). I'm in day #2 of no cheesecake. I'm seeing snakes and things crawling on the walls. This detox is tough, tough, tough. What would be a good month for next year's retreat? Sometime in the summer I'm assuming. Part of the problem with trying to learn Amy's ASCII was that I wasn't familiar with Debra's remote and couldn't find how to slow down the moves. I didn't have my glasses on and couldn't even read the buttons on the remote. what I did get down was fun, fun. I think that was perfect taking DD to the mall and shopping as a little reward. I like to be rewarded just for doing the dishes.

Tracy, glad you had a good run with DS today. Been on the bike lately?

Nicole, glad you are back. Hope you had a wonderful time with your sister. I'll try to post some pictures too. Yep, you missed a wonderful retreat. Hopefully, next year will be possible for you too. Edmonton isn't too far away from me.

Kim, I seem to not have much willpower when it comes to cheesecake. Ask any of the retreaters this year. Yes, the shorter race will make it much more enjoyable for me. It's still a toughie as it has mucho hills and some steep, steep ones, but it's a fun course. Funny about Bandit being thrown off her routine. I'm sure she'll be okay in a few days. Good job on Cardio Coach #7. When is your 1/2 marathon?

Okay ladies, gotta get to bed now,

Jeanette