What do you do when you LOVE reading on the elliptical machine at the gym — I mean LOVE (like as in 40 minutes goes by in a JIFF and you could stay on for MORE even as feet are all PINS AND NEEDLES) — but your left eye gets all wonky on you? Feels like it’s cross-eyed…even now?
What do you do when your cheaty little monkey INSISTS on watching Toopy and Binoo and that Toopy dude’s tail freaks you the hell out the whole entire time, or at least has you thinking about it the whole time? What mouse has a tail like THAT? Why are they DOING this to me? I can’t enjoy the show AT ALL because of this.
What do you do when you REALLY REALLY REALLY want to go to one of those holistic spiritual people to get some “energy” work done on you because you REALLY REALLY REALLY think it will help you lose weight even faster and feel great, etc., etc.. But, your hubby is REALLY REALLY REALLY opposed to it because he thinks you’re doing great and because your Preggo Weight Loss Initiative is getting REALLY REALLY REALLY expensive already?
I mean, you KNOW you tend to be really impulsive about things like this. You see something and you want it want it want it! YOU MUST HAVE IT…NOW. So, what do you do if you REALLY want to meet with the energy healer but you KNOW at some remote level that it may be a total waste of money and that you should probably buy clothes instead (or that necklace you saw at that specialty store down the street…. LAAAA!) But, what if it’s not a waste of money? What if it could change your body, your LIFE, in exciting ways?
So, what do you do? Do you listen to your gut and seek this healer? What if gut’s wrong like often is when it comes to spending money? Maybe look elsewhere, though? Maybe healer closer to home? Maybe beautiful 85+-year-old guru herself who’s COMING TO MY HOUSE TOMORROW to see the children (and YIKES my post preggers bawd that used to be TWIGGY from yoga…)! Hmmm, maybe should ask her what to do…?
What do you do if you decide to meet with spiritual healer (who has a kickarse book out, mind you), after all? Like, do you tell hubby? (Hi honey! I love you!)
So, about that wonky left eye…? Still feels wonky.
Kristen said, March 10th, 2008 at 11:48 pm
No advice here:) But I have to say that I absolutely hate Toopy and Binoo. Hate. As in not allowed in my house. period. Distract with Dora.
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Karen Sugarpants said, March 11th, 2008 at 12:01 am
Ugh. Ummm…tell him?
Also – you’re doing great. But I have to admit just yesterday I was secretly making fun of people who read while working out… but it’s funny and of course I don’t mean you. Just other people. Love me?
(and I got your email but omg the busy – Leslie and I are back and forth, I assure you)
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Karen Sugarpants said, March 11th, 2008 at 12:02 am
Oh and my feet do the same thing- annoying eh?
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Heather said, March 11th, 2008 at 12:07 am
How can you read while doing cardio ? I wish I could, it would make my life so much more effective.
Haley, you don’t need a guru. You seem to be doing a super job with the new eating lifestyle and the fitness program.
Shroom-monkey said, March 11th, 2008 at 6:25 am
save your money! silly girl, you are doing great, how much outside help do we need???? the power of determination is within you not some guru… I believe in gyms, they keep us moving, the power of group exercise, and the power of diet… I think you are overthinking this thing…. and not allowing for time, and graduation….. it will happen… jeez….
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JMC said, March 11th, 2008 at 7:07 am
Ha! I read like that on the treadmill. Not that I’ve, um, BEEN on the treadmill recently.
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LD said, March 11th, 2008 at 7:31 am
I wish I enjoyed the elliptical that much! Maybe when I’m not go-training it every day I will want uninterrupted reading time and try the elliptical.
I think the wonky eye means you need sleep.
As for energy healing … did you know my mom is an energy healer? Seriously. I do think there are great things energy healing does. We did a whole bunch of exercises to help me pass my driving test (this is a big deal when you’ve failed 6 times over 7 years!) and be calm behind the wheel.
However, I’ve always struggled with my weight and she’s never been able to help me with that. Hmmm. But, my personal take on it is that it does help you rid yourself of the negative energies. And, it seems you have a lot of positive energy happening already with your weight loss – so I’m with Josh-O on this one.
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Multi-tasking Mommy said, March 11th, 2008 at 8:22 am
Can’t tell you what to do about the healer…BUT–I WISH I could read while on the elliptical, but I lose my balance! I’m so klutzy!!!!
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LAVENDULA said, March 11th, 2008 at 9:04 am
i’m with multi-tasking mommy about reading on the elliptical.my clumsy arse would fall off and cause a dominoe effect.harr! and an energy healer sounds great but if josh-o will be not happy about it than the negative energy would just ruin the good results from the healing….
sam said, March 11th, 2008 at 9:57 am
Hahaha, yer silly.
And that Toopy and Binoo drive me CRAZ-ZE!! I can’t, for the life of me, figure out if that mouse is a very comfortable male that likes to wear dresses or if it’s a girl. I’m so lost.
(and that’s what I think about while watching children’s shows. LOL)
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Mrs. G. said, March 11th, 2008 at 10:16 am
I wish I could read on the treadmill.
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Renee said, March 11th, 2008 at 11:18 am
K – eliptical & reading…I MUST read while on the eliptical…I do not have a place on my eliptical for the book – I have tried to find a book rack, to no avail. eye going wonky though is from lack of sleep…try more sleep for that.
monkey & stupid cartoon??? turn it on and go take a nap. LOL! she’ll come & bug you if she needs something and your house is totally baby proof, right?
and the healer? well I think that you’re way over the top about the preg weight thing so I’m with Josh-o on it…however, if it really must be done, tell Josh-o you’re using the money that he owes you from all his swearing.
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kes said, March 11th, 2008 at 11:20 am
just go to emofree.com, get them to email you the free manual. Then Josh can try it for himself (it apparently even works on skeptics). Then you can tell him, “imagine what a professional could accomplish!” Voila!
But then, I can’t get my hubby to do yoga or swallow his vitamins more than once…
Mel said, March 11th, 2008 at 12:14 pm
…as my kids say “Better to BEG for FORGIVENESS than ask for PERMISSION”. Oh, never tell hubby (no matter how great he is) what you are doing, tell him what you have DONE…thereby surpassing all those Oh, you look great hon, you dont need ..botox, a tummy tuck, breat implants and onward. Okay, sure perhaps discuss the tummy tuck in advance, but all else BEG, BEG, BEG.
Beck said, March 11th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
My gut often tells me to do things that I really shouldn’t. You’re doing an awesome job losing weight already!
I LOVE Toopy and Binoo! I’ll watch your share.
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Josh-O said, March 11th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
I am pretty certain that most of the comments were leaning in my favour on this one. Yay for me
Love, Josh-O
Chai latte mommy said, March 11th, 2008 at 1:57 pm
Not a big fan of Toopy’s tail either…too wierd! I’m not so sure that this healer/guru person is the answer. I think the key is just believing in yourself. It seems like you are doing all of the right things already.
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Your Body said, March 11th, 2008 at 2:12 pm
gotta agree with josh-o on this one…(sorry!)
also…toopy and binoo must die. HATE!
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Erika said, March 11th, 2008 at 3:30 pm
The only way I can stay on the machines is to read. The wonky eye . . . being pregnant can affect your eyesight?? And that mouse has a turd tail. And I won’t let Punkin watch Thomas the Train because I HATE it and all of its ugly clothes.
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Gwen said, March 11th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
I also think I am with Josh-o on this one. On the other hand, who am I to judge what you feel will help you on your goals?
There is no way I can read on the elliptical, that is why I have audiobooks. Audible is my friend.
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Holly said, March 11th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
don’t hate me, but I always told my clients not to read on any of the cardio machines… if you can read are you REALLY working hard enough? Are you REALLY challenging yourself? Peaks and Valleys? Sorry…. the ex-personal-trainer had to surface!
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Mom On The Run said, March 11th, 2008 at 9:10 pm
I would continue to eat well and exercise. It has proven results. BTW – I have totally spent far too long on the elliptical bc I found a great book to read
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Heather said, March 11th, 2008 at 9:49 pm
The tail totally freaks me out too.
tammy said, March 11th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
ooooo I used to love reading on the elliptical too! But NOW I have a video ipod! I down-load movies onto it and watch them while working out! It’s a wonderful thing!
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Jenn said, March 11th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Sorry Josh, but I say go for the healer. Especially if you believe it will help you. Besides it’s all just money in the end.
Maybe read your book while watching Toopy and Binoo instead?
Jenn
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Josh-O said, March 11th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
@Jenn – It’s a waste of money. Haley could (and has) taught this sort of thing. She’s read more yoga and health books than most people should ever read. And she’s a certified yoga teacher. How much is she going to get out of this that she doesnt already know backwards and forwards?
Haley-O said, March 11th, 2008 at 10:24 pm
Are ya SCARED, Josh-O??? Ha! Honestly, Gorgeouses, this woman is really interesting. How can I be a great yoga teacher if I don’t continue to learn? There’s WAY much more to learn from all walks of people!
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Teena in Toronto said, March 12th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
Lemme know if you go to see one of those holistic spiritual people to get some “energy” work done! Cuz I wanna go too!
If I couldn’t read or watch TV while on the elliptical, I’d go cRaZy with boredom!
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Di said, March 13th, 2008 at 11:50 am
I can’t address the healer thing…but whenever I want something that I’m struggling with because it’s too expensive, my husband wouldn’t approve, etc. I just work harder at justifying it and then just do it anyway!
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I need a new elliptical machine, is it worth the cash to buy an expensive one? and if so which one would you think i should get?