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Jan 2, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Keith - try and keep your eyeballs in your head during camp. Don't want to freak out the other campers!! Just kidding. Have a great time. See you Monday if you can still walk by then.

Jan 2, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori- after you do Fantasy Camp and visit with Joe and everyone else you're going to be so pysched for a competition. This will get you going and you'll be off and running. Have fun!

Jan 2, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Funda's NE Classic Journey from Fat to Stage

Way to hang Funda! Get today over with and you'll have 4 down. It will just get easier and easier.

Jan 2, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth

Jane - glad to hear about Eric and the templates. Hopefully it will be the start of a great new year for the both of you. Take some Zicam or Airborne and try and get rid of that cold. I need someone to share in the misery with me Monday. Can't wait.

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: MARY FORD: WNBF AMAZON

Happy New Years Mary! May you have a wonderful year. Wishing you and your family the best.

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth

Happy New Year Jane! See you Monday. Kori is going to kick our asses! Can't wait.

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Feels Like Today!

Keith - you must be a quiet puker!! Even Steve said he didn't know you puked. Way to hang! Hate that I missed it. I would have been the one to razz you about it too. Happy New Year!!

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori - Joe does have a treadmill at his gym if you can find any time to get some cardio in. You may be able to get 20 minutes inbetween sets if possible. Or should I say, if you can still feel your legs. Have a safe trip to Southern Indiana.

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori - we managed to get two pot holders completed. And boy was it a challenge. My back is really stiff this morning from bending over last night to help. The 7 year old did pretty good, but keeping the 5 year old's attention was a big challenge. This morning when their parents came to get them they couldn't wait to give their Mother her pot holders. Funny thing is Kegan, the younger, one couldn't figure out where the pocket for the hand was. We had to explain that they were old time pot holders. We started our year out with a good chuckle. Hope your New Year is fantastic!

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Pam's :) Journal

Pam - by any chance does your sister sell on Etsy? I love handmade soaps. They're the best. If she has an Etsy shop then I'll check it out. Glad you're doing great. Sometimes you just have to let go and enjoy yourself with food. You know how to control so you'll have no problem getting back on track. Happy New Year!

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: MOT's journey to uncover the muscle

Mot - your experience on the treadmill cracked me up. I'm probably going to feel like I'm having a heart attack too today when I do some cardio for the first time in a long time. Mine won't be HIIT. I'll be lucky to not fall off the dang thing. Sound like you're doing great. Love the pictures of the girls. They sure are growing.

Jan 1, 2009

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Facebook

I agree, that dang chirping woke my grandson's last night. They thought there was a bird or squirrel in the house.

Dec 31, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Team K MVPs '08

Wow! What an honor, plus it might be the first time I've been called a light weight! Wahoo!

Dec 31, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Facebook

And the really cool thing is you can make Facebook icon on your Blackberry - Not. Don't do it! Mine now chirps everytime someone writes anything on my site. It's driving me crazing and trying to figure how to unload it from my Blackberry.

Otherwise, I love the site as I've hooked up with some really old friends of mine and the boys. I get to see pictures of them and their families. It's also the one place where I've put up pictures from the Mid America and you won't believe the people that have seen them. I got stopped at Wal-Mart today by a teacher I use to work with and she came up and said, "Girl, you look good on Facebook". Hell, I hadn't seen her in years, but she'd seen my bodybuilding pictures on my Facebook page and was amazed. It's got its pluses and minuses.

Dec 31, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

I hear you Tori- my big night tonight is going to be making pot holders with the grandsons. I'm actually pretty excited. Found a metal loom like I had when I was little. The older one may go for it, but I'm betting the younger one plays with his Iron Man instead. Happy New Years and Anniversary to you!

Dec 30, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth

Jane - I'll be there since it will be upper body and possibly I can do legs Thrursday night. Tomorrow will be the end of my two week break. I'll just play it by ear for legs. At least now, I know when to quit. Looking forward to seeing you.

I started clean eating the day after Christmas. For some reason it just challenges me more. Did the same thing last year, but started December 31st. At least now I'm only 10 pounds over competition weight. Wahoo!

Dec 30, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth

Jane - sorry I missed you last night. The back just isn't cooperating so I've got to take a break. Promised no lower body workouts for two weeks. Found out if your back is so weak it makes everything weak. Seeing a Neuro surgeon that specializes in artificial disk replacement and he'll determine if I'm a good candidate or not. Sucks thinking about it, but not much of a choice right now. The good news is I am back on track with my diet and down 5 pounds. Yeah!

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Figure judging

Thanks Liz - I'll check it out. Sounds interesting.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Figure judging

Nancy - What is the Fit Body all about? Any qualifications to enter? And who hosts this category in shows? Sounds up my alley if there is a Master's section.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Eating non-essential Appendages: What gets YOU through that 3rd hour???

Believe it or not, if I'm having a day where I'm at home and find I just want to eat and don't think I can stop myself then I go get my grandsons. When they are here all I do it tend to their every need. Takes my mind off of food. When I'm at work then I'll leave my desk and go out on the plant floor. I try and do anything that will distract my mind off of food. I also have a co-worker that if I tell him I'm about to lose it and eat more then he will set up a challenge for me. One time he had me take the pedometer out to the plant floor to see how long the aisle was. I can tell you it's just a hair under 1/2 mile. Got my mind off of food plus we had a new statistic for the plant. It helps when you have a strong support team too. My family is great.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Funda's NE Classic Journey from Fat to Stage

Funda - How the heck are you? These stressful times will make you such a stronger woman! I'm here if you need me. Sounds like you're doing great despite the stress.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: The Rear Stance in Figure

O.K. here goes. I've got some friends hanging out around my backside. They've been with me for life. I have a very hard time arching my lower back. Two back surgeries and a lot of scar tissue that just won't budge. Thisi s the pose that will set my back into a spasm everytime.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Side Symmetry pose

I apparently have a good and a bad side. I'll show you the better side.

Dec 28, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: The Front Stance in Figure

I'll play and throw myself out there. I don't have very many photo's with other contestants as my son only had the camera on me and from the balcony so they aren't real clear. Mary gave me some valuable comments after the show and I'll only grow from those comments. Of course, I'm running out of time. Is there an age limit to figure? If so, I'm running out of time as I turned 53 this year.

Dec 20, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori - I think the best music is the music that gets the crowd into your performance. I know as a spectator if the music is lack luster than I don't really pay that much attention to the routine. That might just be me, but that's usually the time that I'll turn to whoever is sitting next to me and start up a quick conversation. I personally like upbeat and feelgood music. Something that makes me want to get up and dance. I almost said "boogie", but I'd be showing my age again. You might even list some of the music that your interested in and get some feedback.

Dec 14, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori,

I got my suit from Cynthia James out of Florida and she was a gem to work with. She let me design my own suit and it turned out beautiful. During the last two months I called her every week to let her know my measurements and the suit fit perfectly. She also made me a black velvet one two weeks before the show when Joe talked me into doing bodybuilding. She also sent me fabric samples before I choose a material. I knew what color I wanted and she sent me samples exactly like I requested.

Don't worry about the fat dimples. They will go away. I'm proof of that. You'll just need to be patient.

http://www.cynthia-james.com/

Here's a picture. Not the best, but you get the idea. I used AB Crystals and Topaz Crystals on a egg plant metallic material. I got tons of compliments on my suit

Dec 6, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold

Tori - You should compete in Joe and Sean's show. I figure it will only be bigger and better this year and it was great last year.

Dec 6, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: MOT's journey to uncover the muscle

Mot - I like your attitude towards being a Mom and bodybuilding. You got it going on Girl! Keep it up. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you husband. I hate the thought that his job is on the line.

Dec 1, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Granny Gone Wild!

Shellie - just got thru hanging from my gravity boots. Bad back weekend - again. Ugh! I'm down to one herniated and one bulging disk so that's better than I've been. My lower back is so unstable that the Neuro tells me my only choice is fusion or artificial disk replacement. No way Jose!

My plan was to start back strict on my diet tomorrow, December 1st, but I couldn't wait so I started the day after Thanksgiving. Wahoo! Three days down and on track.

Had a great Thanksgiving and then spent the day in hell yesterday. Both the boys turned 5 & 7 and they wanted their birthday party at Chucky Cheese. Yikes. I did make it through the party without any alcohol or drugs. It's a miracle I tell you!

Plans are some shows this summer. I've got to set up some time with Joe to talk about my plans. I'm just ready to get back at it. Group training is going great. Kori is kicking my ass! She's a great trainer and she knows what females need to work on too. Sean has the guys in the group training and they scream and moan a lot. Woosies!

How was your holiday and how are the boys. Growing I'm sure.

Don't think I won't do anything for my grandsons. It's Granny the Clone Trooper!

Dec 1, 2008

Patti 873 posts

Topic: Baby Girl's log

Shelley - looks like a nice solid leg workout. I do the same thing so I won't get lactic acid build up in my legs.

Jan 2, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Feels Like Today! Keith - try and keep your eyeballs in your head during camp. Don't want to freak out the other campers!! Just kidding. Have a great time. See you Monday if you can still walk by then.

Jan 2, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori- after you do Fantasy Camp and visit with Joe and everyone else you're going to be so pysched for a competition. This will get you going and you'll be off and running. Have fun!

Jan 2, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Funda's NE Classic Journey from Fat to Stage Way to hang Funda! Get today over with and you'll have 4 down. It will just get easier and easier.

Jan 2, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth Jane - glad to hear about Eric and the templates. Hopefully it will be the start of a great new year for the both of you. Take some Zicam or Airborne and try and get rid of that cold. I need someone to share in the misery with me Monday. Can't wait.

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: MARY FORD: WNBF AMAZON Happy New Years Mary! May you have a wonderful year. Wishing you and your family the best.

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth Happy New Year Jane! See you Monday. Kori is going to kick our asses! Can't wait.

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Feels Like Today! Keith - you must be a quiet puker!! Even Steve said he didn't know you puked. Way to hang! Hate that I missed it. I would have been the one to razz you about it too. Happy New Year!!

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori - Joe does have a treadmill at his gym if you can find any time to get some cardio in. You may be able to get 20 minutes inbetween sets if possible. Or should I say, if you can still feel your legs. Have a safe trip to Southern Indiana.

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori - we managed to get two pot holders completed. And boy was it a challenge. My back is really stiff this morning from bending over last night to help. The 7 year old did pretty good, but keeping the 5 year old's attention was a big challenge. This morning when their parents came to get them they couldn't wait to give their Mother her pot holders. Funny thing is Kegan, the younger, one couldn't figure out where the pocket for the hand was. We had to explain that they were old time pot holders. We started our year out with a good chuckle. Hope your New Year is fantastic!

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Pam's :) Journal Pam - by any chance does your sister sell on Etsy? I love handmade soaps. They're the best. If she has an Etsy shop then I'll check it out. Glad you're doing great. Sometimes you just have to let go and enjoy yourself with food. You know how to control so you'll have no problem getting back on track. Happy New Year!

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: MOT's journey to uncover the muscle Mot - your experience on the treadmill cracked me up. I'm probably going to feel like I'm having a heart attack too today when I do some cardio for the first time in a long time. Mine won't be HIIT. I'll be lucky to not fall off the dang thing. Sound like you're doing great. Love the pictures of the girls. They sure are growing.

Jan 1, 2009 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Facebook I agree, that dang chirping woke my grandson's last night. They thought there was a bird or squirrel in the house.

Dec 31, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Team K MVPs '08 Wow! What an honor, plus it might be the first time I've been called a light weight! Wahoo!

Dec 31, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Facebook And the really cool thing is you can make Facebook icon on your Blackberry - Not. Don't do it! Mine now chirps everytime someone writes anything on my site. It's driving me crazing and trying to figure how to unload it from my Blackberry. Otherwise, I love the site as I've hooked up with some really old friends of mine and the boys. I get to see pictures of them and their families. It's also the one place where I've put up pictures from the Mid America and you won't believe the people that have seen them. I got stopped at Wal-Mart today by a teacher I use to work with and she came up and said, "Girl, you look good on Facebook". Hell, I hadn't seen her in years, but she'd seen my bodybuilding pictures on my Facebook page and was amazed. It's got its pluses and minuses.

Dec 31, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold I hear you Tori- my big night tonight is going to be making pot holders with the grandsons. I'm actually pretty excited. Found a metal loom like I had when I was little. The older one may go for it, but I'm betting the younger one plays with his Iron Man instead. Happy New Years and Anniversary to you!

Dec 30, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth Jane - I'll be there since it will be upper body and possibly I can do legs Thrursday night. Tomorrow will be the end of my two week break. I'll just play it by ear for legs. At least now, I know when to quit. Looking forward to seeing you. I started clean eating the day after Christmas. For some reason it just challenges me more. Did the same thing last year, but started December 31st. At least now I'm only 10 pounds over competition weight. Wahoo!

Dec 30, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Embracing Change -Jane's Focus on Family & Growth Jane - sorry I missed you last night. The back just isn't cooperating so I've got to take a break. Promised no lower body workouts for two weeks. Found out if your back is so weak it makes everything weak. Seeing a Neuro surgeon that specializes in artificial disk replacement and he'll determine if I'm a good candidate or not. Sucks thinking about it, but not much of a choice right now. The good news is I am back on track with my diet and down 5 pounds. Yeah!

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Figure judging Thanks Liz - I'll check it out. Sounds interesting.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Figure judging Nancy - What is the Fit Body all about? Any qualifications to enter? And who hosts this category in shows? Sounds up my alley if there is a Master's section.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Eating non-essential Appendages: What gets YOU through that 3rd hour??? Believe it or not, if I'm having a day where I'm at home and find I just want to eat and don't think I can stop myself then I go get my grandsons. When they are here all I do it tend to their every need. Takes my mind off of food. When I'm at work then I'll leave my desk and go out on the plant floor. I try and do anything that will distract my mind off of food. I also have a co-worker that if I tell him I'm about to lose it and eat more then he will set up a challenge for me. One time he had me take the pedometer out to the plant floor to see how long the aisle was. I can tell you it's just a hair under 1/2 mile. Got my mind off of food plus we had a new statistic for the plant. It helps when you have a strong support team too. My family is great.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Funda's NE Classic Journey from Fat to Stage Funda - How the heck are you? These stressful times will make you such a stronger woman! I'm here if you need me. Sounds like you're doing great despite the stress.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: The Rear Stance in Figure O.K. here goes. I've got some friends hanging out around my backside. They've been with me for life. I have a very hard time arching my lower back. Two back surgeries and a lot of scar tissue that just won't budge. Thisi s the pose that will set my back into a spasm everytime.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Side Symmetry pose I apparently have a good and a bad side. I'll show you the better side.

Dec 28, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: The Front Stance in Figure I'll play and throw myself out there. I don't have very many photo's with other contestants as my son only had the camera on me and from the balcony so they aren't real clear. Mary gave me some valuable comments after the show and I'll only grow from those comments. Of course, I'm running out of time. Is there an age limit to figure? If so, I'm running out of time as I turned 53 this year.

Dec 20, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori - I think the best music is the music that gets the crowd into your performance. I know as a spectator if the music is lack luster than I don't really pay that much attention to the routine. That might just be me, but that's usually the time that I'll turn to whoever is sitting next to me and start up a quick conversation. I personally like upbeat and feelgood music. Something that makes me want to get up and dance. I almost said "boogie", but I'd be showing my age again. You might even list some of the music that your interested in and get some feedback.

Dec 14, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori, I got my suit from Cynthia James out of Florida and she was a gem to work with. She let me design my own suit and it turned out beautiful. During the last two months I called her every week to let her know my measurements and the suit fit perfectly. She also made me a black velvet one two weeks before the show when Joe talked me into doing bodybuilding. She also sent me fabric samples before I choose a material. I knew what color I wanted and she sent me samples exactly like I requested. Don't worry about the fat dimples. They will go away. I'm proof of that. You'll just need to be patient. http://www.cynthia-james.com/ Here's a picture. Not the best, but you get the idea. I used AB Crystals and Topaz Crystals on a egg plant metallic material. I got tons of compliments on my suit

Dec 6, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Summerset...Going for the Gold Tori - You should compete in Joe and Sean's show. I figure it will only be bigger and better this year and it was great last year.

Dec 6, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: MOT's journey to uncover the muscle Mot - I like your attitude towards being a Mom and bodybuilding. You got it going on Girl! Keep it up. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you husband. I hate the thought that his job is on the line.

Dec 1, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Granny Gone Wild! Shellie - just got thru hanging from my gravity boots. Bad back weekend - again. Ugh! I'm down to one herniated and one bulging disk so that's better than I've been. My lower back is so unstable that the Neuro tells me my only choice is fusion or artificial disk replacement. No way Jose! My plan was to start back strict on my diet tomorrow, December 1st, but I couldn't wait so I started the day after Thanksgiving. Wahoo! Three days down and on track. Had a great Thanksgiving and then spent the day in hell yesterday. Both the boys turned 5 & 7 and they wanted their birthday party at Chucky Cheese. Yikes. I did make it through the party without any alcohol or drugs. It's a miracle I tell you! Plans are some shows this summer. I've got to set up some time with Joe to talk about my plans. I'm just ready to get back at it. Group training is going great. Kori is kicking my ass! She's a great trainer and she knows what females need to work on too. Sean has the guys in the group training and they scream and moan a lot. Woosies! How was your holiday and how are the boys. Growing I'm sure. Don't think I won't do anything for my grandsons. It's Granny the Clone Trooper!

Dec 1, 2008 Patti 873 posts	Topic: Baby Girl's log Shelley - looks like a nice solid leg workout. I do the same thing so I won't get lactic acid build up in my legs.

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