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Sorry to hijack the thread, but this quote reminded me of something. I have a quasi-friend that works in "senior services", and she once told me that they have a running joke about how older folks steal things and feel absolutely no remorse (salt shakers, utensils, small objects in stores). She told me that a group of old people on an "outing" was like a group of locusts swarming, and that she felt sorry for the businesses they rampaged through.

I don't think that's what she was trying to say, Mac. She takes insults that are specifically directed towards Christians, or God more personally because she is emotionally invested in that topic. You yourself support this with your example of being in Hawaii. See, if that lady had called me a "haole" and then insisted it meant nothing.....fine by me. But it bothered you because you had some investment there, correct? (I'm not familiar with the word, but in the context of your example, I'm assuming it's a racial slur). It's the same thing with scientists and global warming. If you say to certain meterologists that global warming is a myth, they get very angry. They take it more personally. If somebody says to me that global warming is a myth, I would take it less personally.

Great. The world needs love and independant thinking. Or were you being facetious?

I guess I'm missing the point here. Is it that Christians seek to "distance" themselves from a scandal? Because how is that any different from, say, any politician? Or are you trying to imply that Christians think themselves perfect? That by accepting Christ, we are incapable of doing anything "bad"?

I don't know much about kenpo. Wasn't Jeff Speakman supposed to be the "poster boy"? Or did he sully the name as much as Steven Segal did for aikido?

That's too bad, Fanny. I'm a Christian fundamentalist (southern baptist, heehee) that doesn't believe that dinos walked with Adam and Eve. But know what? I can debate any topic and treat the opposing viewpoint with respect. As Christians, we're mandated to love, forgive, and not to judge...so that's what I try and do. I find it interesting how you worded that quote. It would seem to imply that you are specifically biased against fundamentalist Christians. It implies that you could debate a Jew or Muslim or Buddhist and have no problem treating them with respect, yet they all have their own ideas of God.

Clinically speaking (and I hope I'm not getting too technical here) you are clearly insane. :tongue2:

HF2008, you should have asked her why she couldn't drop her BP with willpower, or how come diet and exercise can't regulate her blood sugars...

That's what it's all about, Moe. Do the research and make your own decision.

Welcome, Leigh. I'm not too far away from you (Texarkana). 4'10", eh? I thought we grew 'em a little bigger than THAT here in Texas......heehee. Good luck with your band.

RSG, I never noticed that you are from S'Port! I drive in all the time to visit friends. I knew I liked you for some reason (besides the funky drawers with the crotch lip-print, heehee). So how do them mudbugs mix with the band?!?

Wow...really? Just looking for a reason?

Sorry, I just thought of you as a "Sally". Is that sexist? heehee

I'm sorry Mrs. FF...One of the weirdest part of anybody's life is the care of parents when they get older (although you alluded in the last part that maybe she's been like this all your life). Do you have any siblings to help share the load?

BII, I think it'll go smoother if you get a dude named "Linus" to watch w/ you.

I think what Glouc was trying to say is that religious belief is a very personal thing. For many Christians, it is what defines their lives. I would think that athesists can't really say the same thing. I mean, how can not believing in something be the central tenant in one's life? There are a lot of things I don't believe in....let's take BrandyII's great pumpkin (I know it's a joke, :tongue2:. If Brandy insulted me for not believing in the GP...whatever. But to a true believer it's a huge issue. At least I think that's what Glouc was getting at. And as for loving athesists...Christians try, but some athesists make it very difficult.

I'm in. Where are you thinking of holding the conference? Or did you post and I miss it (re-reading, I see that I was unclear. What venue specifically are you thinking of holding the conference in?)

I'd hold off if I were you. My doc didn't clear any hardcore workouts until around 6 weeks out. You don't want to do anything that might compromise the band. You speak of falls....what MA do you study? Aikido, jujutsu, what?

Christal - I agree with everybody else (though I'm not a trainer.....but I do work out). Weight work will not bulk you up, unless you are a competetive body builder (ie, all you do is lift, 8 hrs a day). The muscle will bump your BMR, but I'm sure you've heard that before, given that you have a trainer.

I speak South fluently. My grandmother is from Australia (she came over in WW II) so I've learned some weird Oz slang, Fanny....like "going to write a Gregory Peck", or "How's the cheese and kisses". A few summers ago, the wife and I had to go to Ohio. Every time we had to talk to somebody, it became a sort of mini-spectacle. Usually the clerks would say "Excuse me", and then "Where are you from", then "Hey <blank>, come hear this accent". It became a running joke that we were going to get a notebook and write: I am a mute. I cannot communicate verbally, thus this notebook.

I'm with all the people that blame your doctor for the lack of information. My doc was sooooo freakishly OCD about drilling "It's just a tool, you have to do your part" into my head that I was sometimes tempted to say the words in unison with him! I think the overwhelming consensus among us right now is don't give up!! Every day is another chance for you to get back on track and eat better. Every day! There is no too late until you take the big dirt nap. So do it! What is helpful to me is to not even buy junk food at the store, so it's rarely in the house. And never go grocery shopping when you're hungry. So, I'm a smartie, eh? I'm assuming you meant that in the worst possible way...

Yup. My doc cleared me to do full weight training workouts when I saw him for my 1st fill (about 6 weeks post op).

Ras, it's unlikely that you're losing lean muscle this early on. That is an incredible amount of weight to lose. Use it as a catapult to launch your "from no on" program! Like Jack said, the rate of weight loss will eventually slow down, so enjoy it now. When the docs clear you for a little more vigorous exercise, might I recommend body weight exercises? Good for keeping lean muscle, and if you do them in a "circuit" you can realize cardiovascular benefit as well. They're a favorite of mine!

Okpunkinpie- Just stop! Stop eating and start doing something else. Anything else. Walk, watch a movie, read....do anything but eat. It's a difficult phase, but it will pass. The important thing is to allow your stomach to heal, and to not stretch out the pouch by eating too much. Drink a lot of Water. I know it's hard, but you have to mind the rules, or all your hard work and money will be for nothing. The good news: It's not too late to turn it around. You can do it!!

Nobody better say anything negative about unicorns!! Or I'm going home!! (sorry for the hijack)