A Few Of FR's Finest....Every Day....08-20-03....FReepercise!

dansangel

[dansangel]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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~ Billie, dansangel, dutchess, Mama_Bear, Aquamarine ~

Last week, we brought you "Cooking With FReepers" featuring guest host and Master Chef, Carlo. Throughout that thread, several *fattening* recipes were passed around.

Taking into consideration that the holidays are right around the corner, I felt that it would be prudent to help you shed those unwanted pounds brought on by trying out those delicious recipes and sitting endless hours in front of the PC to FReep. So, being the concerned FReeper FRiend that I am, I present to you:


by dansangel



Admit it - Free Republic is *so* addictive, you just don't get anywhere near the recommended daily amount of exercise. You're in good company, so don't feel ashamed. By following the scientifically developed exercise regimen designed specifically for FReepers and presented below, you will be guaranteed to "shed those unwanted pounds, tone up flab and add *years* to your life, or your money back!"

So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

First, it is *imperative* that you have the proper area in which to perform your exercise program. Study the above chart carefully and conform your workspace to the specs given before starting the FReepercise program.

Next, it is always recommended that you start out slowly and work your way up to the more difficult exercises. With this in mind, the above illustrated exercise is perfect to start. Take your hands and s-t-r-e-t-c-h them as far as they will go over the width of the keyboard. Now, relax. S-t-r-e-t-c-h and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest for five minutes and go on to the next set.

OK. Next, you will need to find a soft, squishy object that fits in the palm of your hand. A cat or dog toy will do. Looking at the above example, hold the object in your hand in a similar fashion and s-q-u-e-e-z-e. Relax. Now, once again s-q-u-e-e-z-e and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest only for four minutes this time and then it's on to the next set.

Now comes the fun. It is scientifically proven that computer games cause your heart rate to elevate along with blood pressure and respiration. Since this is a sign of exertion, it qualifies as FReepercise. Fire up your favorite program and have at it for 30 minutes. When finished, take a five minute breather. Then, it's on to something a bit more rigorous.

Place both of feet firmly on the floor. As illustrated above, lean a-l-l the way over to your right, as far as you can go. Then, lean a-l-l the way over to your left, again as far as you can go. Repeat ten times. Feel the burn! This time, rest ten minutes. You'll need it.

For this one, you'll need to leave the comfort of your work space. Find a couple of two-pound weights and an object that can be used as a step. A couple of wine bottles and the kid's annoying boombox will do. Look at the picture above and do the drill. Think he looks like a dork? Just don't look in the mirror. You'll be fine. Oh, and about fifty of those will suffice.



Tired yet? Good. No pain, no gain. Repeat the above carefully planned regimen for the next 6 weeks and you, too can look like this:

Or this:

*Guaranteed* ~ Or, your money back. [*G*]

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 08-18-03 Military Monday 08-19-03 Finest Pets On Vacation

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

Thanks, Mixer!

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2) Once there you can click on any month and even click to the right to go into next year. Once you are in the month that you joined FR you will need to click on the number in the calendar and then an add item screen will come up.
3) In the next box enter your name in the "Calendar Text" field and then click on submit.
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5) If all else fails or simply if you want me to do this for you send me a FReepmail and I will gladly do it for you. ~Mixer

God Bless Our Military

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Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to Billie; Dansangel; Dutchess; Mama_Bear; and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart.

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We ask Lord, that You guide the leaders of our great country in their hour of decision. The burden that has been placed on their shoulders is overwhelming. We ask that with Your infinite wisdom You guide them gently to the right decisions.

Please give us the strength, Lord, to get through each difficult and devastating day that faces each of us and our country. Protect and guide our Military that are now being called to duty, strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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OhioWfan........................son mystery-ak..........son, husband Gogrammy................grandson Inspectorette...................son Blessed American..........nephew Slip18..........................nephew anniegetyourgun...........nephew Pippin....niece,nephew,loved one Doug from Upland......son-in-law weldgophardline.....brotherinlaw Future Snake Eater..........cousin WaterDragon..son-in-law,grandson BeforeISleep...................son The Mayor........................niece LadyX.........................grandson fawn796.....................nephew ValerieUSA................2 sons Warrior Nurse...........active duty SK1 Thurman...........active duty David Osborne.........active duty fc2tomschermuly......active duty bkwells..................activve duty LongCut..................active duty Trish.......................active duty StarCMC...................brother

Maigrey................cousin ladtx....................2 sons Mama_Bear...........nephew gator girl............husband severa................husband MozartLover......son, nephew LBGA........................son SpookBrat...........nephew Himyar.....................son boxerblues............2 sons the piper...................son sheeza...............husband kemathen7...........husband Diver Dave................niece deadhead................cousin JimRobinson.....2 nephews Armymarinemom.....3 sons Consort..2 daughters,son-in-law Darheel..................niece dixie sass.............nephew BeAllYouCanBe.........son AgThorn...............2 sons homeschoolmama.......nephew kneezles.................son

[GailA]

LOL, I'm poop after just the first exercise....huff, puff, my fingers are ready for a break....

[FreeTheHostages]

Thanks for the offer, but I prefer to do things alone without any guidance horribly wrong and learn the hard way to check once twice for the close table row tags.

It's a New England thing! :)

[LadyX]

Hi, dixie!
I really did exercise this afternoon, shopping in two department stores - then Super Wal-Mart and Reid's (Food Lion) grocery store.

Hafta be a few miles right there..:))

[lonestar]

Fargo has always been your arch enemy!

Okay! I missed that. With my ego it's hard to imagine.

But I like the competition.

I saw the movie "Fargo" so nothing should surprise me.

Onward and upward!

[lonestar]

(Former) Press Agent for Weinie for Governor of CA

O.K. I thought you were Hillary in hiding.

I want you back on the team.

If nothing else, you add a little color.

Weinie

[WVNan]

Judging from your mail I would say you really did go shopping for a longgggggg time. LOL

[lonestar]

Yes, I'm away. Goodnight to all the freepers.

I hope you punched the time clock!

Weinie

[LadyX]

Coax me some more....:))

[LadyX]

But hey! I found two things to buy in addition to groceries!!

Night, Nan - - {{{hugs }}}

[WVNan]

Weinie, have you been selling overnights in the Hedda Hopper Bedroom for campaign cash again?

[WVNan]

{{{{{{Sistah}}}}}}} Sleep well in God's love and grace.

[lonestar]

Coax me some more....:))

What are you? Blow up or stuffed?

Weinie

[lonestar]

I'm soooo glad you suggested that! We'll do it!

Gertie, put out a press release on this!

[WVNan]

LOL. Your incorrigable. Goodnight and God bless.

[lonestar]

Gert--

see #210

Weinie

[LadyX]

Re: # 210 - think I'll let 'sleeping dogs lie' tonight !!

Will work on it tomorrow, Weinie.

It'll cost ya a banana or two, though . . .

Sweet dreams, little doggie . . . count those votes to come and sleep well.

[The Thin Man]

.......and you're gonna take over! You're planning to create the threads, turn on the lights, make the coffee, pass the donuts, smile (oh, wait - you don't know how!), greet the guests, take out the trash, wash the dishes, turn out the lights, lock up .....and create the thread, turn on the lights, make the coffee, pass the donuts, smile (Oops!), greet the guests, take out the trash, wash the dishes, turn out the lights, lock up...... and so it goes......:)

LOL! I guess I don't want to take it over afterall. For the most part it sounds easy but I just can't find the extra 5 minutes in a day that's needed to create a quality thread. :-)

[dutchess]

It's Thursday...and that means it's time for another dose of reality from our Favorite Finest Resident Author...JohnHuang2. Please join us HERE

[dansangel]

Hey Calpernia - I thought that maybe there was a graphic that was stretching the page, but on both my work PC and the one at home, the sidebar was missing and no scrollbar to scroll over.

Today they are back....so strange.

Thanks for the suggestion - through the magic of FR all is well today! LOL!!

[dansangel]

Great job, (((((((Nan)))))))

I took off 30 lbs last year on Weight Watchers and an exercise program. I had gained the weight in my unhappy transition from FL to Atlanta. :-(

I've had the weight off for over a year and know that it's gone for good. So much so, that I got rid of my "big" clothes. I hadn't weighed that much since I was pregnant 26 years ago. It's good to be back to "normal" again!