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 2013-04-09 2:04 PM in reply to: #4693545 |
Master  6595     Rio Rancho, NM |  Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSEDbcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. |
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Extreme Veteran 536 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should. |
| 2013-04-09 2:23 PM in reply to: #4693574 |
Master 4452  | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 12:11 PM rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should.
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. Wasn't my intention to belittle what you did...sorry. I very much understand the experience you had. Thank you for sharing it.| 2013-04-09 2:25 PM in reply to: #4693562 |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED rrrunner - 2013-04-09 12:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Very cool idea. I never even though about hand sanitizers--I can wash my hands whenever I like. Is there a 'humbled' emoticon? |
| 2013-04-09 2:30 PM in reply to: #4693595 |
Extreme Veteran 536 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED bcraht - 2013-04-09 3:23 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 12:11 PM rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should.
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I just didn't want anyone to misconstrue the reason that I shared this - I don't think we should all empty our change purses into the hands of strangers (granola bars are a way better idea!), just to appreciate that we could if we wanted to and wouldn't even notice the difference. I tend to be a little self-centered 
, so it was just such an eye opener to realize all that I take for granted (most of the time)| 2013-04-09 2:52 PM in reply to: #4693574 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 3:11 PM rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should. Good stuff here, gang. Kudos to all who do what they can to help those who aren't as fortunate. |
| 2013-04-09 2:52 PM in reply to: #4693574 |
Master 3870 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 12:11 PM rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should. I hear you. Like many others here, I don't give money (very rarely, at least), but I get extra when we go to taco bell because there's two specific guys on the corners. One of them in particular I like to help out because I saw him standing/working in the freezing wind with one of those arrow-shaped ad signs one day. He's really trying, and I appreciate that. I let my son give them the food and they're always so polite and thankful. It opens up good dialogue and questions for Taylor about people and circumstances and helping others. He really likes to be a helper, and I want to foster that trait. |
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Extreme Veteran 536 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED melbo55 - 2013-04-09 3:55 PM On a different topic, my RR is ready for the pod's perusal. Yay! Except when I click the link the page doesn't exist! |
| 2013-04-09 3:01 PM in reply to: #4693672 |
Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 1:56 PM melbo55 - 2013-04-09 3:55 PM On a different topic, my RR is ready for the pod's perusal. Yay! Except when I click the link the page doesn't exist! LET US IN! LET US IN! LET ... eta: see if THIS works Edited by rrrunner 2013-04-09 3:02 PM |
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Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED Ok, if you have a weak stomach, you may not want to look at this. But I am a nerd and think this is so cool--I've seen a lot of endoscopies, but none on a rescued harbour porpoise. |
| 2013-04-09 3:27 PM in reply to: #4693684 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED rrrunner - 2013-04-09 4:01 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 1:56 PM melbo55 - 2013-04-09 3:55 PM On a different topic, my RR is ready for the pod's perusal. Yay! Except when I click the link the page doesn't exist! LET US IN! LET US IN! LET ... eta: see if THIS works Oops, very sorry. I'll try to fix it if it's not too late. |
| 2013-04-09 3:30 PM in reply to: #4693687 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED bcraht - 2013-04-09 4:03 PM Ok, if you have a weak stomach, you may not want to look at this. But I am a nerd and think this is so cool--I've seen a lot of endoscopies, but none on a rescued harbour porpoise. Very interesting! |
| 2013-04-09 4:08 PM in reply to: #4686654 |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED I'm going to see Jillian Michaels tonight  |
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Master 6595 Rio Rancho, NM | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED |
| 2013-04-09 4:42 PM in reply to: #4693814 |
| Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED bcraht - 2013-04-09 5:08 PM I'm going to see Jillian Michaels tonight Very cool!! Is she doing a meet and greet or some sort of speaking engagement? |
| 2013-04-09 4:47 PM in reply to: #4693848 |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED melbo55 - 2013-04-09 2:42 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 5:08 PM I'm going to see Jillian Michaels tonight Very cool!! Is she doing a meet and greet or some sort of speaking engagement? She's on a tour--"Maximize your life". I just love her on the Biggest Loser. She would totally motivate me--actually, she is in my head sometimes during a tough workout. Plus, she's got great arms/shoulders. |
| 2013-04-09 5:54 PM in reply to: #4693850 |
| Seattle | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED bcraht - 2013-04-09 4:47 PM in no particular order? melbo55 - 2013-04-09 2:42 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 5:08 PM I'm going to see Jillian Michaels tonight Very cool!! Is she doing a meet and greet or some sort of speaking engagement? She's on a tour--"Maximize your life". I just love her on the Biggest Loser. She would totally motivate me--actually, she is in my head sometimes during a tough workout. Plus, she's got great arms/shoulders.  |
| 2013-04-09 5:57 PM in reply to: #4693574 |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 2:11 PM I'm as cynical as it comes when dealing with "homeless" people as we've had countless stories about the scams people play, eg, their job is begging and at the end of the day they get in their car and go home. Still, I sometimes can't stop myself from giving money. I recently had a similar experience as I was walking into a book store and was approached by a homeless woman - she was really nasty looking, and I told her I didn't have any cash. As she made her way through the parking lot, my conscience got the better of me and I called her back and gave her some money. I don't know if she was scamming me or if she was going to use what I gave her for drugs or alcohol, but I didn't really care at that time - I just knew that she looked like someone in need and if a few dollars could help her out I would be a real azz not to try.rrrunner - 2013-04-09 3:04 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 12:58 PM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:50 AM I meant to share this story yesterday, and it's a little deviation from our banter, but I just keep thinking about it. It's about perspective and appreciation. I was walking to the coffee shop yesterday and a guy called to me from across the street and asked me for money for food. I said I didn't have anything to give him, which wasn't true (but I don't really like to take my wallet out where someone could grab it). As I bought my coffee, I thought about how I should have just given him some change, because my wallet is sooooo heavy with change that I've been meaning to get rid of - like, I was thinking of slowly throwing the pennies on the ground everywhere I went. When I was walking back to work, the same guy called out to me again, and I said, yeah, I've got some change now. He thanked me and came over, and I began picking the silver change out for him. He said, "I'll take those pennies, too." Then he asked me how I was doing today, and I finally looked at him in the eye. I hadn't even realized that i hadn't made eye contact with him - and it wasn't even on purpose. I gave him every last quarter, dime, nickel and penny in my change pouch. And he was very thankful for it. Now whenever I pick up my wallet and it feels light as air, I keep thinking about what a burden it was for me to have all that "useless" change, and how eager this guy was for a handful of change. It made me thankful for all I have, and also reminded me that giving up just a little bit of what I have could make a really big difference to someone is less fortunate circumstances. Very nice, Brie. I tend to not want to give money, because so many of the homeless around here use it for drugs. I always try to keep an extra granola or energy bar in my glovebox and bag, so that I can help them out that way. There is a guy who stands at the corner near my work, and I'll often given him whatever I have. He always takes it with a very appreciative 'God Bless'. [I tried to give him an apple one day which he turned down. He tilted his head at me apologetically and pointed at his mostly toothless smile... I agree with this. The people who run the homeless shelters here say not to give them money. We have people that stand on corners here so I like to keep lunch sacks in my car to give them, with the lunch tuna packs, granola bars, hand sanitizers etc. Our small group from church puts them together. Yeah, I usually don't give money, I agree with you and Chris - I'm not advocating giving money. I just wanted to share that interaction; it just keeps resonating with me. Something so insignificant to me to the point of annoyance - ugh, pennies, who needs them? - was so needed by someone else. Just like the tacky sweater in my closet that I cant' imagine anyone wearing would actually be treasured by a homeless woman on a cold new england night. Or even going for a run, bike or swim and thanking God that I'm able bodied and well enough to get out and enjoy the feeling of freedom and movement in the fresh air. I don't think like that as often as I should. of course, the above is the exception, not the rule cuz usually I am a real azz when it comes to people begging< p>. I do, however, donate to local agencies, so that helps my catholic guilt |
| 2013-04-09 6:01 PM in reply to: #4693273 |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 12:06 PM I might have to start one and then let others add to it. Just have to find a few minutes of time.4agoodlife - 2013-04-09 1:03 PM amd723 - 2013-04-09 9:54 AM x2 I think one of our lawyer podettes should start writing one. We can add on as we do or die ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 11:25 AM Lol,I would love to see that hold harmless agreement!amd723 - 2013-04-09 12:18 PM 4agoodlife - 2013-04-09 10:39 AM As suggested by Hal higdon and passed along by me ArielLIlB - 2013-04-09 8:18 AM Muskrat37 - 2013-04-09 10:56 AM ArielLIlB - 2013-04-08 1:51 PM Question - is it ok to go for an easy run today? I'm still feeling some soreness (mostly quads and some front knee irritation) from the HM yesterday, but it's GORGEOUS out today - spring has finally come to Massachusetts. Or should I just go for a nice walk? You ran a 1/2 marathon without properly training for it. I believe you probably know the answer to this question.. (Don't run for a few days- go for a walk) But I"m a manatee and Yanti is my mentor - at least with respect to this decision! So I hit the road for a gentle "recovery run." I ran 2 miles, walked about one more after that. It was just so darn nice out, I had to run a little! So you HTFUd as suggested by Ms. A-M? . People really shouldn't listen to me about anything training related as I tend to do things injurious to myself, but in this case my position was backed up by an expert, so the blame for any injury lies with him!Don't worry, I think I signed a release of liability before I joined the pod  I think that's me and Ann-Marie! |
Glad you enjoyed and not regretting!
. If we don't have one as a pre-req to joining, we should - there are MANY hazardous activities promoted in this forum that could cause serious bodily harm (DP anyone?) and subject the promoters of said activity to liability. Ann-Marie or I could probably throw something together...| 2013-04-09 6:15 PM in reply to: #4693687 |
Master 7712 Orlando | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED bcraht - 2013-04-09 3:03 PMOk, if you have a weak stomach, you may not want to look at this. But I am a nerd and think this is so cool--I've seen a lot of endoscopies, but none on a rescued harbour porpoise. While watching this I felt a little wiggly. |
| 2013-04-09 6:38 PM in reply to: #4693934 |
Master 4452 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED amd723 - 2013-04-09 4:15 PM bcraht - 2013-04-09 3:03 PMOk, if you have a weak stomach, you may not want to look at this. But I am a nerd and think this is so cool--I've seen a lot of endoscopies, but none on a rescued harbour porpoise. While watching this I felt a little wiggly.In your tummy? |
| 2013-04-09 6:49 PM in reply to: #4693934 |
Elite 4435 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED amd723 - 2013-04-10 11:15 AM bcraht - 2013-04-09 3:03 PMOk, if you have a weak stomach, you may not want to look at this. But I am a nerd and think this is so cool--I've seen a lot of endoscopies, but none on a rescued harbour porpoise. While watching this I felt a little wiggly.You gotta try an inner ear syndrome thingo - conastantly feel wiggly! |
| 2013-04-09 7:07 PM in reply to: #4692706 |
Elite 4435 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED jmkizer - 2013-04-10 12:53 AM jobaxas - 2013-04-08 8:04 PM So piglet Andrew bike coach - I went to his gym last night to observe. He trains in the art of primal move and kettle bell and stuff that i am clueless about. He is ex armed forces, he was also on the Olympic team for Tae kwon do. So he kinda knows his stuff. The class last night was taken by his gorgeous girlfriend Shannon. It looked tough. I cannot commit to the classes I just don't have the hours in a week spare! BUT I have committed to PT with Andrew - we start Monday and I'm not afraid to say I'm afraid! So we do an hour on a Monday night 6.30pm then he gives me homework 2 x 20mins sessions to do at home. And Andrew is away this weekend, but he hasn't let me down, Shannon is taking me for a ride Sunday. Aren't I the luckiest girl in the world! Very cool! Very motivating! Will we be afraid if you post some of your homework? Oh I will share |
| 2013-04-09 7:12 PM in reply to: #4692821 |
Elite 4435 | Subject: RE: Mad Mutant Manatee Mentors 4--CLOSED ukweeble - 2013-04-10 1:55 AM jobaxas - 2013-04-09 10:44 AM Well done Froggy clearly you will be toning down the training for the period of mourning You must be kidding. I haven't stopped smiling since it was announced. Wish they wouldn't be planning to give her the same send off as Princess Di and the Queen Mother. Now THAT is insulting. Hehe! I knew you'd be onto that! My parents will be most upset, a truer bluer pair you won't find. My dad was horrified as a teenager when I marched withe the CND mob and had drinks with Arthur Scargill! |
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