MichelleAK

I was curious about that as well, especially after Kathie said she couldn't cross her legs at 255 pounds. When I started my "weight loss journey" last year I weighed 30 pounds more than that and was able to cross my legs "like a lady" (I'm the same age as her). Granted, it's a lot easier now that I've lost 85 pounds, but I was able to do so. But if she's a lot shorter than I am, that may make a difference. I agree with the comments that Josh just needs to see a therapist and write off his dad. Sometimes, you just have to give up on getting people to care about you, even if they are related to you. However, I was impressed that he was able to get his act together after falling off the wagon, so to speak. I've had to do that a couple of different times over the past year. Sometimes, you just need a damn candy bar (or ice cream, etc.). The important thing is to say to yourself, "okay, I've had my break, time to get going again." And then do it.

I'm generally the same, exchanging a treadmill for the elliptical (which hurts my knees). Part of it is, of course, due to weather issues up here. I don't mind walking outside in the summer when it's nice, but I'm not going to do my walk outside in the cold or the rain. Plus, the gym is just up the street, so it's a lot easier to exercise there, and watch TV/listen to podcasts while doing so. Plus, they have massage chairs!

I saw X-Men yesterday, and also really liked it. I saw it on the RPX screen, but not in 3D. I really liked the way the Quicksilver scenes were done, especially in the kitchen. I also thought the other action sequences were good, without being annoyingly long as they can sometimes get (*cough* Iron Man 3/the Hobbit movies *cough*). My favorite bits, though, were the interactions between Charles/Eric, both in the past and in the future. Warning: end of movie spoiler:

I definitely plan on seeing the new Xmen movie. I don't have any interest in Godzilla, though. How is everyone's spring/summer going? It's definitely summer here; nearing record-high temps. Unfortunately, it's really dry, and there is a very high fire danger, with not much in the way of relief in sight. I'm loving the sun and warmth!

Yeah, I don't get the cake pops thing either, unless it's for a party of 5 year olds. Plus, the ones I've seen are obnoxiously overpriced for what you get. I love cake, but just give me a normal cake slice, or a cupcake. I think if someone gave me cake pops instead of Sees, I'd be annoyed. But then, Sees are pretty much my fave chocolates, so I'm biased in that regard.

We're going out for an early dinner to one of my favorite restaurants. It's been awhile since I've been there, so I'm looking forward to it. It will be pricey, but really not much more than what I normally contribute to the family dinner we usually have at my sister's place.

Deeeaaaaathchiiiickeeeeen! Ugh, winter came back the past couple of days. It had been sunny and in the low to mid-40s for the past 10 days, but today and yesterday's highs only hit 30. It was 14F when I left for work this morning. Fortunately, it's supposed to warm up for the weekend. I'm beyond ready for spring. I want to wear sandals, and go outside without a down coat!

I downloaded the most recent Extra Hot Great podcast and listened to it when I was on the treadmill. I hadn't listened to them before. It was pretty entertaining, and kept me distracted for the hour I was slogging away. And, one of my long-time internet friends sent in the game they played at the end, which was pretty cool. I'm glad to hear the Lord is feeling better, LiberryLady.

Sorry, LiberryLady, I don't know any tricks. I've been fortunate so far and haven't had to deal with kidney stones. All I know is what I've heard or read, which is to drink a lot of water to help move it along. I hope he gets rid of it soon!

For an avatar, they are usually 100x100 pixels (Facebook is 130x130, I believe). I generally find a picture I like, that can be cropped down that small and still look good, and use that. You generally don't need a fancy photo editor, just one that can crop to specific pixel dimensions. Wow, it is from the R.E.M. song? Excellent! I was actually going to chance my name here to "Driver 8," but decided to just stick with my old one, since I also use it (or variations of it) on a couple of other boards. ETA: It is nice that they are leaving the TWOP content up. I know a lot of people wanted access to the old recaps. I actually downloaded the "Deadwood" recaps this weekend, since I thought they were going away, and I just loved those 'caps.

Good to see you here, The Artist Formerly Known as ikar! The only "King of Birds" I can think of is the R.E.M. song, and I'm guessing that's not what you are referencing. I really liked the early Prey books, but got annoyed when Lucas started getting all broody with Winter. I haven't read any of the Virgil Flowers books. I think my favorite mystery series is P. D. James' Dalgliesh novels, followed by Jonathan Kellerman's Alex Delaware series.

Still a couple of feet of snow in my yard. However, it is getting near 40 during the day, and since it's sunny, the snow is melting at a good pace. However, it gets well below freezing at night, so at this rate it will be quite awhile before all the snow is gone. Early flowers, like tulips and crocuses, usually don't come up until early to mid-May. On the good news front, sunset isn't until about 8:30pm, and it is finally light-ish when I leave for work at 7am, so I've definitely got "spring fever." This is me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.martin.773 I think I have friended most of you through Hateball, but if not, please send me a request. I just started re-reading "Bring Up the Bodies." "Wolf Hall" is probably my favorite book of the last five years, and I've already re-read it a couple of times. I'm both looking forward to and not looking forward to the last book.

Hi, all! Yeah, the announcement TWoP was shutting down was kind of a "hit in the head with a load of bricks" moment. I am glad we have a new home, though!