Hi Again,
I would like to please request some help from you all :)
With my computer down, I havent been able to do much on here apart from play games and I have been well and truly hooked on a game called Marapets! I just cant get enough of it!
It is a virtual pet site that has members of all ages. There is games to play, clubs to join, mail and forums to chat with other players, and prizes to be won. There is also missions, quests, and goals to work on. And sooooo much more.
If you would like to help me win prizes, PLEASE?, then please use this link, which is also above, and then click Sign Up. And then create a character and pet! It is totally free, and you will NOT get junk mail or anything from them. Even if you never come back to the site again, just sign up using my link for free. And I believe you may also have to create your doll and pet.
www.marapets.com/refer.php?id=spacetrekkers
If you do join and decide to play, drop me a line and say hi :)
Monday 28 April 2008
Wow! A year has gone by?
Hey Everyone,
WOW! I cant believe that it has been a year since I last posted here! Nothing too much has been happening, I lead a pretty dull life these days. My computer has been broken for the past 6 months so I havent even been tagging and playing in paint shop pro.
My dad did come to Europe on a whirlwind trip and I did get to see him which would have to be the highlight of the past year :) I hadnt seen him in nearly 8 years! And now I miss him so much since he is gone again.
I also celebrated my 40th birthday and I think I may have some photos on my fotki site. I didnt do a real lot for it. We just took 20 or so close friends and family out to dinner and it was really special being surrounded by those I love most :) Otherwise, I didnt mark the ocassion with too much hoopla. But I did have several friends come to visit and stay the weekend, some also from England, and it was soooooo good to spend this time with them :)
Diet and weight wise? I put on about 5kg since my birthday but otherwise, I have managed to keep off most of what I had lost. But I havent lost anymore yet. I got pretty lazy on the exercise again, especially through the cold winter. And I am not quite as good as I was with eating. For example, I havent been living on rice cakes and soup like I used to. I am hoping I can get back into the swing of things and pride myself on not putting all that lost weight back on again. Wish me luck!!!!!!
I will finish here and must make a mental note to pop in a bit more often and not leave it a year again.....lol. Have fun!!!!!
WOW! I cant believe that it has been a year since I last posted here! Nothing too much has been happening, I lead a pretty dull life these days. My computer has been broken for the past 6 months so I havent even been tagging and playing in paint shop pro.
My dad did come to Europe on a whirlwind trip and I did get to see him which would have to be the highlight of the past year :) I hadnt seen him in nearly 8 years! And now I miss him so much since he is gone again.
I also celebrated my 40th birthday and I think I may have some photos on my fotki site. I didnt do a real lot for it. We just took 20 or so close friends and family out to dinner and it was really special being surrounded by those I love most :) Otherwise, I didnt mark the ocassion with too much hoopla. But I did have several friends come to visit and stay the weekend, some also from England, and it was soooooo good to spend this time with them :)
Diet and weight wise? I put on about 5kg since my birthday but otherwise, I have managed to keep off most of what I had lost. But I havent lost anymore yet. I got pretty lazy on the exercise again, especially through the cold winter. And I am not quite as good as I was with eating. For example, I havent been living on rice cakes and soup like I used to. I am hoping I can get back into the swing of things and pride myself on not putting all that lost weight back on again. Wish me luck!!!!!!
I will finish here and must make a mental note to pop in a bit more often and not leave it a year again.....lol. Have fun!!!!!
Saturday 10 March 2007
Dolphins and Seals in Need
One thing I cannot tolerate is cruelty to animals. I adore all animals and this is my utmost hate! When I saw this footage of the dolphin fishing, I was so upset and sick to the stomach. I beg you all to sign the petition. If you watch the video, be warned that it is extremely graphic and not for the faint of heart.
The video: www.glumbert.com/media/dolphin
Petition link: www.petitiononline.com/golfinho
And while I have your attention, please also sign the petition on the seal hunt in Canada. Only a few weeks till the slaughter begins again........
Video footage of the seal hunts: http://www.stopthesealhunt.com/site/pp.asp?c=hmKYJeNVJtF&b=401889
Seal Hunt Petition: http://www.stopthesealhunt.com/site/apps/ka/ct/contactcustom.asp?c=hmKYJeNVJtF&b=412891
The video: www.glumbert.com/media/dolphin
Petition link: www.petitiononline.com/golfinho
And while I have your attention, please also sign the petition on the seal hunt in Canada. Only a few weeks till the slaughter begins again........
Video footage of the seal hunts: http://www.stopthesealhunt.com/site/pp.asp?c=hmKYJeNVJtF&b=401889
Seal Hunt Petition: http://www.stopthesealhunt.com/site/apps/ka/ct/contactcustom.asp?c=hmKYJeNVJtF&b=412891
A Little About Me
- 1. What time did you get up this morning? 11:15 AM
2. Diamonds or pearls? Both, can't decide
3. What was the last film you saw at the movie? I think it was "Mr & Mrs Smith"?
4. What is your favorite TV show? Way too many to mention but here are some: CSI's, Prison Break, LOST, Star Trek's, Stargate's, 7th Heaven, Gilmore Girls, Extreme Makeover Home Edition, Bones, 24, and more.
5. What did you have for breakfast? 2 Weet Bix, Actimel drink, Becel Pro Active Cholesterol drink, Banana, Cup of Tea
6. What is your middle name(s)? Elizabeth
7. What is your favorite cuisine? Greek & Mexican (Love them both)
8. What foods do you dislike? Just about all veges.
9. What is your favorite chip flavor? Must be crinkle cut and the flavour, either Salt & Vinegar, Tomato Sauce, Pickles, or Plain
10. What is your favorite CD at the moment? Soundtrack of Les Miserables
11. What type of car do you drive? Mercedes
12. What characteristics do you despise? No respect for animals
13. Favorite item of clothing? Track Pants with my ugh boot type slippers and a big comfortable jumper
14. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? I have been to Italy so my next favourite choices are Mexico and Greece. Also really want to go to a musical on London's West End.
15. Favorite time of the day? Evening
16. What was your most memorable birthday? I guess the last BIG party which was 30th
17. Where were you born? Brisbane, Australia
18. Favorite sport to watch? Tennis or Rugby League
19. Who do you least expect to send this back to you? No idea
20. Who do you expect to send it back first? No idea
21. Coke or Pepsi? Coke Light all the way.......
22. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Definitely a Night Owl
23. What is your shoe size? In European sizes, size 39
24. Do you have any pets? 3 cats, 20 chickens and roosters, and soon a pony to come in the next few weeks.
25. What did you want to be when you were little? Photo Journalist
26. When is your birth date? 6 May, 1967
27. Shampoo? Head and Shoulders 2 in 1
28. Soap? Dove Moisturising
29. Summer/Winter? Winter
30. Favorite Advertisement? ?
31. Thinking about? Who I will send this to...
32. Listening to? The hum of our computers
*********THE LAST 24 HOURS*********
Cried? No.
Met someone new? No
Cleaned your room? Yes
Drove a car? No
How many hours sleep? 9
*************DO YOU BELIEVE IN**************
God? Absolutely
Yourself? Yes
Santa Claus? Yes. The Saint who lived many years ago.
Destiny/Fate? Destiny
Ghosts? Yes
**********FRIENDS AND LIFE**********
Who have you known the longest of your friends? Lisa from Australia
Who do you go to for advice? My mum or my friends, Tera and Amanda
When do you cry the most? When I watch Extreme Makeover Home Edition. When I see cruelty to animals. When I miss family back in Australia
Thursday 18 January 2007
My Greatest Weight Loss Fear
Don't get me wrong, I want to lose this weight more than anything. I want to feel healthier, fitter, have more energy, be able to do more. Not miss out on seeing things when travelling because I am not able to walk up to it. Or have panic attacks when going on carnival rides because I fear the embarrasment of not fitting. I dont want the embarassment of flying in a plane and having to pay for 2 seats or having to use an extender seatbelt. I dont want my borderline diabetes to become full diabetes. The list could go on. But there is a pitfall to losing weight that drives fear into me. And in all my searches of other blogs, I am yet to see much written on the topic. That pitfall is, EXCESS SKIN!
When weight is gained, the skin expands, and often loses elasticity. This loss of elasticity can never be regained. No exercise, toning, lotions or potions, can ever give the skin back that elasticity. This is more common in people who are older or people who are overweight for many years, such as myself. When the skin has lost its elasticity, and weight is lost, the skin does NOT shrink back. Rather you are left with a large amount of excess skin. Such as these photos I found, show........
This excess skin will never go away (with the exception of major surgery. This excess skin can also cause other problems such as Abscess, Rashes, Ulcerations, Cellulitis (cellulitis is a painful bacterial skin infection) and hygiene problems. The greater the amount of weight lost, the greater the amount of excess skin. Everyday, people are having tummy tucks to remove up to 50pounds or more (up to 25kg) of excess skin. There is no other method of removing the excess skin. Some people will tell you that can tone the skin up and that exercise might work. But that is definitely NOT the case.
That is one of the reasons I have put my goal weight at 70kg instead of 60kg. I would even be happy to reach just 80 or 90kg. In all probability, I will have a large amount of excess skin which cannot be lost. I am already finding this possibility a reality. I have always said that I would never, in my entire life, have cosmetic surgery. And I could never understand why people put themselves through so much pain and for what really? However, the more I think about it, the more I do NOT want that excess skin that is bound to remain after losing a lot of weight. And the more I think that, then a tummy tuck is definitely an option not to be ignored.
Am I being vain? Afterall, who will see it besides myself, my hubby, and my doctor. In some ways, I feel like I am abandoning my beliefs and selling out. I have always sworn against it, yet here I am entertaining the idea. I know that I am already suffering from major skin infections from time to time. Would this help with that? And could I withstand the agony of surgery, I have a very low pain tolerance.
I would dearly love to hear about how others have dealt with this issue after weight loss. And also their thoughts on tummy tucks, arm lifts, etc.
When weight is gained, the skin expands, and often loses elasticity. This loss of elasticity can never be regained. No exercise, toning, lotions or potions, can ever give the skin back that elasticity. This is more common in people who are older or people who are overweight for many years, such as myself. When the skin has lost its elasticity, and weight is lost, the skin does NOT shrink back. Rather you are left with a large amount of excess skin. Such as these photos I found, show........
This excess skin will never go away (with the exception of major surgery. This excess skin can also cause other problems such as Abscess, Rashes, Ulcerations, Cellulitis (cellulitis is a painful bacterial skin infection) and hygiene problems. The greater the amount of weight lost, the greater the amount of excess skin. Everyday, people are having tummy tucks to remove up to 50pounds or more (up to 25kg) of excess skin. There is no other method of removing the excess skin. Some people will tell you that can tone the skin up and that exercise might work. But that is definitely NOT the case.That is one of the reasons I have put my goal weight at 70kg instead of 60kg. I would even be happy to reach just 80 or 90kg. In all probability, I will have a large amount of excess skin which cannot be lost. I am already finding this possibility a reality. I have always said that I would never, in my entire life, have cosmetic surgery. And I could never understand why people put themselves through so much pain and for what really? However, the more I think about it, the more I do NOT want that excess skin that is bound to remain after losing a lot of weight. And the more I think that, then a tummy tuck is definitely an option not to be ignored.
Am I being vain? Afterall, who will see it besides myself, my hubby, and my doctor. In some ways, I feel like I am abandoning my beliefs and selling out. I have always sworn against it, yet here I am entertaining the idea. I know that I am already suffering from major skin infections from time to time. Would this help with that? And could I withstand the agony of surgery, I have a very low pain tolerance.
I would dearly love to hear about how others have dealt with this issue after weight loss. And also their thoughts on tummy tucks, arm lifts, etc.
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