Pull up a chair!

[abby_b_fit]

Hello and Welcome!!

My name is Abby. I would like to say hello to all the new members that have signed up. I invite you to please introduce yourselves make yourselves at home and post away. I think you will find IC a great place to hang out, learn something new, and share your knowledge with like minded people.


I hope that you want to come here often and hang out with this great bunch of very kind, knowledgeable folks. It's by far one of my favorite places on web.

Again Welcome!


---A

[Pink]

Abby, can the old-timers join in? I'll bring some cookies (I was going to say fruitcake, but even I'm not *that* old). Trivia: what IC member loves fruitcake? Newbies, take a guess.

[Funhog]

Abbey, you're awesome! Good for you - this is a great idea. Yes, welcome everyone!

Abbey, wished I coulda joined you in DC - hope you got to experience it!

[like2bike]

Trivia: what IC member loves fruitcake? Newbies, take a guess.

I'll give all newbies a hint...If you have any fruitcake in a tin in your freezer, PM me and I"ll give you my mailing address! (Pinky-do, was that too obvious) :razz:

[Pink]

I'll give all newbies a hint...If you have any fruitcake in a tin in your freezer, PM me and I"ll give you my mailing address! (Pinky-do, was that too obvious) :razz:

Have you no shame, woman? :p

[abby_b_fit]

Thanks Ladies for joining in! I invite old and new to do the same. I can't think of a better way to share in this new era.

Actually let's have a little fun while we're at it. After you say hello, write 3 little known random things about yourself.

OK, I'll start.


1. I went to see the Grateful Dead In Norfolk VA instead of going to my senior Prom. ( I like tie dye better than taffeta)

2. I was engaged to be married twice before I married the man of my dreams and the love of my life. (yes, he would have no problem wearing tie dye)

3. I am very easily distracted by shiny things.

OK, So who's next!:D


Have Fun!

---A

[like2bike]

I always feel weird talking about myself but heck, OK I'll do it.

1. I was delivered by my father.

2. I mix ketchup (Heinz!) and mustard together and have it on my chicken breast every day for lunch for the past 5 years (at least).

3. I am terribly impatient. :wink:

[Pink]

Alrighty, what have I discovered? That I am really boring! Digging deep here...

1. I'm a direct descendant to 2 signers of the Declaration of Independence (Benjamin Rush & Richard Stockton).

2. I can't walk down spiral staircases (I'll more than likely faint).

3. When I was a teen, our Great Dane puppy was dognapped from the SPCA (had been there to be spayed). It was written up in all the papers & on the news. Never found her.

[Funhog]

This is fun - would love to hear from some new members!

1. My grandfather was Commanding Officer on Wake Island for the Navy (WWII) and was captured by the Japanese and spent 4 years in POW camps. [all the History channel stories of Wake Island usually highlight the Marines, but the Navy was on the other side of the island]

2. I have always loved salty sour things - I used to drink pickle juice when I was young and pretended I was drinking a cocktail (because it made me shudder the way those sips of my dad's cocktail did, but the pickle juice I liked)! I still love pickles and olives...

3. Spent 9 months in a body cast in southern California at age 15 (summers were hot, hot, hot). No shower for 6 months, :o then they gave me a new one and then 3 months no shower (took washcloth baths but it did get pretty stinky...). Thank God the methods have changed and no one has to go through the same thing (for scoliosis)!

[RaffCycles]

1.) My uncle survived the sinking of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) after delivering the first operational atomic bomb during WWII. He and his wife were tragically killed by a drunk driver after his tour of duty.

2.) I have applied to be on the reality show Survivor more than once.

3.) I love salsa on my scrambled eggs.

[abby_b_fit]

This is Great Stuff! I am finding out that I have a whole lot more in common with you all outside the IDC/ Spinning room.

Anybody new what to take a shot at it? I promise we don't bite.:D

---A

[Funhog]

I am finding out that I have a whole lot more in common with you all outside the IDC/ Spinning room.

Are you a pickle juice drinker too??!!:o

[cfoam4me]

I just had knee surgery.
I ran a sled dog team when we lived in California.
The beach is my favorite place to be.

[abby_b_fit]

Are you a pickle juice drinker too??!!:o

Nope, But I sure do love pickles and olives.

The only way to drink a martini is dirty!

---A

[DoctorD13]

1. I have been married to the same women for 38 years.
2. I have a beautiful red & white female tabby cat named Yogurt which I rescued from 3 anorexic girls many years ago. (Most R&W tabbys are male)
3. Last year I grossed between two gyms about the same amount of $ as if I worked one week extra at my day job, but hey I love spinning no matter what I make doing it. I love what I do!
Paul S

[like2bike]

I just had knee surgery.
I ran a sled dog team when we lived in California.
The beach is my favorite place to be.

Mary sending healing thoughts your way, and strength, love and prayers.

[SpinBob]

1. I dated girl with scoliosis when I was in 7th grade, she had an upper body cast on, then a brace. We held hands, I never kissed her.

2. I love to eat pomegranates

3. I've always wanted to be on Jeopardy!

[cfoam4me]

I've always wanted to be on Jeopardy!
Me too Bob!:D

[cfoam4me]

Mary sending healing thoughts your way, and strength, love and prayers.
Thanks Lori!

[NWCycle]

Ok, so post #1. I'm new to this forum but have been posting on the other one for quite awhile. I changed my login on this one (always hated my other login - it was assigned to me.)

So here are my 3:
1. My grandfather is in Field & Stream's Flyfishing Hall of Fame for landing the 2nd biggest trout on a hand-tied fly. My dad gave my 12-year-old boy my grandfather's tackle box, complete with those beautiful flies, for Christmas this year. (Please, a collective "awwwwww" is required here).
2. 2 years ago my mother retired and asked me if I would take tap-dancing (actually, "clogging":o) lessons with her. I sucked it up, swallowed my pride and did it. And wouldn't you know, I'm a freakin' natural - took to it like a fish to water. I feel ridiculous and can't stand the music but I just can't keep my feet from tapping. Good lord, could I get any geekier??
3. I love Will Ferrell movies and quote them frequently - particularly Anchorman. "Don't act like you're not impressed".

Looking forward to seeing what's what and who's who on IC. Thanks for a fun way to introduce myself. :D

[midnight rider]

Welcome NWCycle!

Mary, sending those same healing vibes your way.

[abby_b_fit]

Ok, so post #1. I'm new to this forum but have been posting on the other one for quite awhile. I changed my login on this one (always hated my other login - it was assigned to me.)

So here are my 3:
1. My grandfather is in Field & Stream's Flyfishing Hall of Fame for landing the 2nd biggest trout on a hand-tied fly. My dad gave my 12-year-old boy my grandfather's tackle box, complete with those beautiful flies, for Christmas this year. (Please, a collective "awwwwww" is required here).
2. 2 years ago my mother retired and asked me if I would take tap-dancing (actually, "clogging":o) lessons with her. I sucked it up, swallowed my pride and did it. And wouldn't you know, I'm a freakin' natural - took to it like a fish to water. I feel ridiculous and can't stand the music but I just can't keep my feet from tapping. Good lord, could I get any geekier??
3. I love Will Ferrell movies and quote them frequently - particularly Anchorman. "Don't act like you're not impressed".

Looking forward to seeing what's what and who's who on IC. Thanks for a fun way to introduce myself. :D

Yeah! I'm so glad you jumped in with both feet! I think you're gonna' like this bunch a lot. Many, I'm sure you already know and some will be new, but quit a collection of outstanding folks for sure.

I'm glad you're here! Welcome.:grin:

---A

[Pink]

Ok, so post #1. I'm new to this forum but have been posting on the other one for quite awhile. I changed my login on this one (always hated my other login - it was assigned to me.)

So here are my 3:
1. My grandfather is in Field & Stream's Flyfishing Hall of Fame for landing the 2nd biggest trout on a hand-tied fly. My dad gave my 12-year-old boy my grandfather's tackle box, complete with those beautiful flies, for Christmas this year. (Please, a collective "awwwwww" is required here).
2. 2 years ago my mother retired and asked me if I would take tap-dancing (actually, "clogging":o) lessons with her. I sucked it up, swallowed my pride and did it. And wouldn't you know, I'm a freakin' natural - took to it like a fish to water. I feel ridiculous and can't stand the music but I just can't keep my feet from tapping. Good lord, could I get any geekier??
3. I love Will Ferrell movies and quote them frequently - particularly Anchorman. "Don't act like you're not impressed".

Looking forward to seeing what's what and who's who on IC. Thanks for a fun way to introduce myself. :D

What a great introduction! A clogging-Will Ferrell fan? You've found a home!

p.s. I come from a long time of "it's junk, throw it out," so I thoroughly appreciate your son's special gift!

[like2bike]

Good lord, could I get any geekier??


Yes, just ask JFK (where the heck's she been anyhow?)

Hey NW--Welcome to the forum! Thanks for stepping up to the plate to introduce yourself. :)

[SpinBob]

She's in the lab and doing homework.Yes, just ask JFK (where the heck's she been anyhow?)

Hey NW--Welcome to the forum! Thanks for stepping up to the plate to introduce yourself. :)

[like2bike]

She's in the lab and doing homework.

Yeah, I read Facebook too. :p

[lucky spins]

1. I drove cross country after college with my best friend- from Philly to San Diego- where I stayed for almost 5 years- I fullfilled my dream of learning to surf.
2. I can't fall to sleep at night without reading- I LOVE to read!
3. Our family has rescued 2 wire fox terriers- we lost our first to a freak accident in the backyard- what a heartbreak for my husband and I(our 2 kids were too little to understand)- we now have had Clifford for 3 years- he is growing with our kids- he is wild, but soooo cool!

[like2bike]

Wow! Surfing! How cool is THAT? They say women superior balance. Wonder why you don't see as many women surfers as guys? Whatever the reason, Lucky, I admire you! I'd love to learn to surf!

[Funhog]

Yeah, I read Facebook too. :p

But she has time to Tweet! (on twitter)

(find me on twitter: @vivavelo)

[Funhog]

Nope, But I sure do love pickles and olives.

The only way to drink a martini is dirty!

---A

Not a fan of dirty martinis - it adulterates my pickle juice!! ;)
But I do love a martini with 3-4 olives, which I promptly eat...

[Alexkaboom]

1. I'm in love with Hugh Jackman.
2. I have two cats who think they are dogs, and that's ok with me.
3. I'm a 2005 Massachusetts State champion in TaeKwonDo.

Alex

[like2bike]

1. I'm in love with Hugh Jackman.
2. I have two cats who think they are dogs, and that's ok with me.
3. I'm a 2005 Massachusetts State champion in TaeKwonDo.

Alex

Holy moleee Alex! I bow to thee! That's so COOL!

[Pink]

3. I'm a 2005 Massachusetts State champion in TaeKwonDo.

Alex

How, good thing you're my friend! I wouldn't want to tangle with you.

[abby_b_fit]

I just love this!!!! So many cool things to learn about your friends.

Hey Lucky I had no idea you surfed. Totally cool girlfriend.

Oh, by the way I got bumped last night too.:(

---A

[abby_b_fit]

Not a fan of dirty martinis - it adulterates my pickle juice!! ;)
But I do love a martini with 3-4 olives, which I promptly eat...


Try the olive juice instead. :D

---A

[abby_b_fit]

I just had knee surgery.
I ran a sled dog team when we lived in California.
The beach is my favorite place to be.


That sounds like fun, but I'm guessing a ton of work.


Take care of that knee Mary.

---A

[megale3]

Woow good stuff here.
I am of almost total Irish decent.
I have met some very famous people
I am a closet superhero (shhhh don't tell my son he doesn't know yet :)
Meg

[Funhog]

Try the olive juice instead. :D

---A

yer so right..what the heck were those pickles trying to do sneaking into my martini!! :confused: See, they follow me!! Olive juice is a fine replacement!

[Pink]

I have met some very famous people

Meg

You can't just drop that and walk away. Do tell, who?

[Pink]

Here's some more:

1. My mom fell for my dad when she was 2 years old & he was 4. My inlaws fell for each other when they were 14.

2. My great-grandmother was "sold to the egg man." "The people who raise her" (but didn't officially adopt her), sold her to my great-grandfather, a recent Italian immigrant, who went from farm-to-farm, selling eggs.

3. My dog once said, "I'm hungry." Honest, you can ask Mr. P!

[lucky spins]

I just love this!!!! So many cool things to learn about your friends.

Hey Lucky I had no idea you surfed. Totally cool girlfriend.

Oh, by the way I got bumped last night too.:(

---A
I was never a "shredding betty"- but def. could enjoy a wave. It is not like riding a bike though- it has been so long I may have to start over.

[Alexkaboom]

How, good thing you're my friend! I wouldn't want to tangle with you.

:p it has actually made me more mellow... which is funny because I'm a latin woman... you know what they say: step on my shadow and KABOOM!!!

LOL!
Alex

[megale3]

You can't just drop that and walk away. Do tell, who?
One that comes to mind lately is Paul Newman
David Lee Roth
LA
Michael Schumacher
Vince Neil
Micheal and Mario Andretti
Chris Carmicheal (I think he is)
Assorted Blazers of ventages past
Ann and Nancy Wilson (yum)
Kansas The Group
Some others but lets not get out of hand :)
Meg

[sandy]

One that comes to mind lately is Paul Newman
David Lee Roth
LA
Michael Schumacher
Vince Neil
Micheal and Mario Andretti
Chris Carmicheal (I think he is)
Assorted Blazers of ventages past
Ann and Nancy Wilson (yum)
Kansas The Group
Some others but lets not get out of hand :)
Meg

This could be the start of another thread. Famous people I have met.

[kszspin]

1. My mom and dad were married on the exact same day and time as my husband's mom and dad, but in different cities (mine in Pittsburgh, his in Buffalo).
2. In 1983 I drove from Orlando Fl to Acapulco Mexico via Laredo Texas, with my then Puerto Rican live-in boyfriend, who I then got in a fight with once we arrived in Acapulco.
3. My dad found my hidden smokes in my bedroom back '77 and decided to teach me a lesson by making me smoke an entire cigar (inhaling it!) until I quickly hurled and repented.

[Alexkaboom]

Michael Schumacher

Me too, me too!

Great minds think a bike!

Alex

[Pink]

Kelly & Alex are on the same time!!! My girls have come back to roost!

[Alexkaboom]

Kelly & Alex are on the same time!!! My girls have come back to roost!

Holly Molly... you have over 3K posts...

I've missed so much!

Alex

[Pink]

Holly Molly... you have over 3K posts...

I've missed so much!

Alex

Not really...it's all drivel.

[like2bike]

1. My mom and dad were married on the exact same day and time as my husband's mom and dad, but in different cities (mine in Pittsburgh, his in Buffalo).

I knew I liked you. :)

[RaffCycles]

1. I have been married to the same women for 38 years.

Paul, since you say women, do that mean you're located in Utah?

Heck, one is enough for me.

[like2bike]

Paul, since you say women, do that mean you're located in Utah?

Heck, one is enough for me.

Good one Raff! :D

[1derlan]

Here I go...

1. I was a extra on the Drew Carey show when they taped in Cleveland --- During my heavier weight days
2. I do not like Mayo/Mayonnaise and I have never eaten it. But, I did learn how to make it from my Grandma.
3. I'm trying to learn Lithuanian. Should have learned when I was little.