*Dean*

My go to foods at any place I'm looking for seafood with a sauce on the side.

*runs in, moons the room, runs out*

Mate Crossfit is a lot like this thread and starting running. Virtually everyone sucks at running when they first start, but like Crossfit it doesn't take long to start kicking some goals and making advances. EVERYONE at Crossfit is supportive and encouraging. These are just words until you see this community in action. Everyone at a Crossfit work out completes a version of the same work out. Lots of people have scaled versions, but everyone has scaled at some point. If there was one person who I thought would love Crossfit and would engage with it on this forum it would be you. Go and give it one week. I dare you!!

Thanks Michele. I appreciate your kind words It's scary the number of (often girls) people who sexual assault / child sexual assault has affected. I think it's good as a community that people talk about what has happened to them. It's a bit like domestic violence. Years ago nobody spoke about it. There were no support agencies or refuges. If you heard it happening next door you ignored it because it wasn't your business. Times have changed. There's no shame in asking for help if you're a victim of domestic violence and there are a number of refuges and support agencies available. This isn't the case for victims of sex offences, particularly children. The more we talk about it, as unpalatable as it is, the bigger issue it becomes for Government and it's agencies. *steps down off soap box* Sorry, when the subject comes up, I can't help myself!

That's awesome!

You'll be fine! Congrats on trying something different and getting out of your comfort zone.

Hopefully this is a turning point and your husband 'lifts his game' in that department. You have a really nice profile pic, maybe he's just not into good looking women?? In any case, if he doesn't starting playing the game I'm sure your area is on OTR's schedule ........

It is everyone's personal decision what they tell people. I'm a completely open book. That's worked great for me. As far as the guilt you're feeling for me there is only 2 ways to make it go away - 1. Reconcile with yourself that you've done nothing wrong and haven't lied or 2. Tell them You have no control over the thoughts and opinions of someone else. Her opinion is her business, just like what you disclose to people is yours. Deano

I'm made of fat atoms. You're made of fat atoms. Peace out peeps.

Yeah but Fat's don't get previous Fat Fat's .......... or Australians. I'm cursed. Maybe I'll start a Fat, but previously Fat Fat and Australian Facebook group. Could be lonely.......

Can we speak to the moderators about getting a sarcasm emoticon? I think I could put it to good use on some of these threads. Signed, Fat Fat, But not Fat Fat Fat or Fat

based on your quick results so far, you will get there.

Nobody understands us. I constantly feel judged for being fat fat but not fat fat fat or just fat. You know?

Did a CrossFit session this morning. Part of the work out was a 500m row. I was really happy with my time I got 1 minute 51, which was the 3rd quickest time in the group. I'm loving this sleeve .......... PS - I'm new to Facebook. If any of you would like to be FB 'friends' PM me your FB name. I'd like that Have a good day, Deano

Would love to meet. I'll bring a couple along. That way, you can take your pick. Or be greedy!

Err, I've met you Kell. Must've been a typo. You meant 41, obviously.

Thanks. I was flattered when they PM'd me and asked, but now the newsletter is out it's a bit.......... umm naff

In any case it seems 'larger BMI' have their crew and 'smaller BMI' have their's. I started at 41. I think it's the 'mid BMIer's' that are left out in the cold and are victimised by everyone. Nobody understands us. We're not here or there! Whose with me?! Anyone? Hello .........

Whoops. F*cked up again!

I have a policy of not commenting on poisonous threads so I don't bump them.

I hope all of my American friends, their families and their friends are safe. Thoughts go out to those who are injured and worse. In the face of tragic events I have a (occupational) habit of focusing on the good. Stories of uninjured marathon runners, running from the finish line to the hospital to give blood made me feel good.

Surgery is a big deal. It's risky and for most procedures not reversible. Everyone (almost) wants to believe that their way is the best / only way. Her opinion is very subjective and biased. Her motivation for sharing it with you is a whole other story! All the best, Deano