How're my dear
blue mateys, eh???
Back from the coast a day early, dh decided not to go deep sea fishing. He's not an early riser, so getting up to be there by 6am didn't float his boat. We decided to spend some of the money it would've cost on halibut and barbequed it last night. Woweee!!!
Anjuli - I really enjoyed your pictures of your new-improved garden. Nice!!!
Vicki - love pictures of you and bf, as others have said, you are a cutie, and glad you're taking care of your pretty white teeth, too.
Nori - I was loving your new avatar, then came back to the kiwi again, what happened?
Oh, and btw, I would love to get some of your routines. My fax is 541-677-7355, open all the time. (No cover page needed - like to conserve paper) You are looking so cute with both your weight loss and your new do.
I'm following your progress since we seem to have similar stats and body types (gain muscle quickly).
Josephine - you are awesome as always. Everyone wonders how you're doing it, but if they look at the booty challenge, they'll see . . . about 500+ minutes a week, uh-huh, that'll do a booty good.
Rhonda - so glad the meds are kicking in and real Rhonda is back. I do so enjoy reading your posts.
Michelle - you're looking awsome with your new haircut! Watch out for those pirates - they'll be wisking you down to the cargo hold for a little, er . . . holding.
Tawny - DH is moving in the right direction when he admits he is feeling insecure about losing you. This could be the beginning of a more open dialogue for you two. PTSD guys really need a lot of reassurance, and truly, it doesn't cost you much to tell him you're in it for the long haul, you're behind him, especially if he gets out from behind the bottle. But I can tell you from experience, pushing this issue doesn't work with these guys, they just dig their heels in more - they hate authority. The effect on the children is a good way to bring it home as others have already said. But mostly, he needs to know you are solid - with him. I don't envy your struggle, but as
Amy said, it can develop into much more, if you can stick it out.
you can do it.
Amy and Tawny - what branch of service, what conflict/war and what rank/job did your guys have??? BTW, nice kitchen set up
Amy, and DH and I are doing what you are, in paying off the mortgage as fast as we can. I think you are so smart to be doing this so young. Your DH should be very proud and find a lot of peace of mind in this, but as you said, MEN - can't live with 'em - can't shoot 'em.
Jill - sorry you've had so many struggles of late, but like Vicki said, your subconcious may be denying your diabetes, sabatoging you on the basest levels. But, you lost 4 of what you gained, so you're back in the swing. Hang tough.
While we were at the beach, I did a 3 mile walk each day, from our camp to the light house. Beautiful walk and it felt great. I can't stick with the running as I have an arrythmia, but the walking is working well and today I went for 4 miles right here at home, including quite a few hills. I'm committing to more hours of exercise per week, seeing what it has done for Josephine. I also started riding my bike again, it was great fun.
DH took dd to DQ for a blizzard and he was so trying to trip me up! I consented to one taste of dd's candy cane (liked that) and one of dh's mocha chip (not much taste). Fortunately, I had brought a serving of my soy shake and a fiber bar for just such a happening (plus to stay on my every 3 hour schedule). Weight is about the same, but I think I've put on some muscle witht he increased activity - but I still have time to lose before WI day - Saturday.
A few pics of this weekend below. Have a great day - I'll be out in the yard all day tomorrow.
C-ya
Dora
I'm kinda glad we don't normally work out at the same gym because when we do I get so distracted watching him and his amazing core strength.
Morning Ladies 
