I'm so sorry for your loss, Vickie. How wonderful that your family could all be gathered together for his passing.  I wish you peace in the days to come. - D55CR  245.7 #1068 10:21AM

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and Vern. I can not even begin to imagin how difficult this time is. - Mrs.mouse  426.1 #304 3:19PM

This was beautifully written. I'm so sorry fr your loss but I'm glad your dad has found peace and it sounds like you have as well. - LisaMouse7531  409.4 #325 6:39PM

Thank you all so much for your support and kindness. - vernswifevickie  374.1 #377 6:19AM

Darn it sounds so good on paper!..are you getting enough sleep?.. Maybe wind down a little earlier and try and get some more sleep in?..do you have time or drink coffee in the morning? - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 1:58PM

My husband switches shifts often and unless he gets on the new schedule immediately then he is miserable. Sometimes he takes a sleeping pill to help him get to sleep earlier. After a few days of that routine, his body usually adjusts. I don't like taking pills and I dont drink coffee so as soon as I wake up I turn on all the lights and I start the shower off with cooler water than usual. Music helps too. Good luck! - PirateQueenBriezy  291.4 #678 9:57PM

I'm so impressed SOS!  I wish that I were a morning person...but I'm just not!  This week I set my alarm for 1/2 hour early to use my eliptical before I showered.  Didn't happen...(and probably never will!) - msdizmaui  521.5 #226 8:29PM

It sounds like your adjusting pretty well on your own. If you ever have trouble getting to sleep, I find taking a melatonin pill very helpful. It's not like a sleeping pill because your body produces melatonin naturally anyway. Adding a little more makes me a little more tired as long as I turn off the lights and get in bed. It doesn't really work if I stay active. Costco sells a huge package of melatonin but I'm sure other stores have smaller ones as well. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:23AM

Tinker Bellas - Mrs.mouse  426.1 #304 10:36PM

Awesome!!! I'm not good with clever names but it's so cool that your sister is going to run with you! - vernswifevickie  374.1 #377 4:38PM

That's awesome. I ran the inaugural as well but unfortunately will not be doing this one. Good for you two. If I think of a name i will post! - NingyMouse  378.4 #366 6:00PM

Go Fiesty Faries!!.. Great name - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 8:13AM

You can! :) - Mrs.mouse  426.1 #304 3:50PM

You can do it! I need to start using sparkpeople more too. I'm going to try some recipes soon. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 1:19AM

Yeah Rachel!!.. I know you can do this!.. I am using spark but just to track my food right now!.. Good luck! - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 8:27AM

Good luck!! - donnievegas  1127.7 #72 8:28PM

Good luck and it sounds like you have a goOd plan! - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 8:43PM

You will find the most amazing, kind, and supportive people here! I'm also trying to lose for a wedding this summer. I don't want to be the fat bridesmaid. - Mrs.mouse  426.1 #304 4:28AM

Mfp is a great way to track food and exercise! You can do this! You already have a great attitude! Any and all lbs toward your goal are great! - Curlygirl94  3.6 #16194 10:05AM

Go team chub33!!!.. Woohoo !! - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 8:43PM

Yay! I'm excited! I guess I should finally watch Cars if we're going to run through it. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:47PM

OMG!!! Welcome to the party. :@) Wow I think I know you. lol So glad that you have joined up. Keep going strong with your training and I know that we'll see each other at the "Start Line" - MinE33  131.3 #2614 5:53PM

Welcome! - MXPrincess399  483.1 #251 6:50PM

Welcome and congrats on your training! - Twinklelashes  144.4 #2420 6:51AM

The Disney races are so great to start with! They're very well organized and entertaining. You'll have a blast! Hope to see you there. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:50PM

hmmm I am not sure if you will like my music selection lol - i lsiten to house/techno/reggae/tance/dubstep lol if those intrest you let me know i have a nice list:)  - BooEve123  800.9 #121 4:50PM

I usually don't listen to music as I run but I have a few motivational songs anyway. Two of my favorites happen to be from Disney movies: Life is a Highway from Cars, and Something That I Want from Tangled. The latter's beat matches up with my footfalls so it's very invigorating. If you find a song that matches your stride, use it! - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 6:01PM

Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I also downloaded that new song by Kelly Clarkson ("What doesn't kill you"). It's an awesome workout song!! - PirateQueenBriezy  291.4 #678 12:10PM

I am a total music snob... So this is hard ti admit... But, my guilty please for workouts are the pussycat dolls, fergie, lady gaga, etc. I'm not proud but that stuff keeps the pep in my step! - LisaMouse7531  409.4 #325 10:11PM

I say dedication!! I have to go out and practice in the rain cause I have a half coming in 2 weeks so if it rains gotta get use to it. You did awesome! - NingyMouse  378.4 #366 4:55PM

I haven't tried running in the rain yet. And I have a half next week. I hope it doesn't rain! How was it for you in the rain? Slippery? - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:31AM

I ran in the rain this morning and I really enjoyed it! I guess I'm a lil crazy myself :) - vernswifevickie  374.1 #377 2:30PM

Thanks for the luck and the advice! I don't think it will rain during the race, but you've convinced me to try running in the rain sometime. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 3:32PM

I say dedication!! I have to go out and practice in the rain cause I have a half coming in 2 weeks so if it rains gotta get use to it. You did awesome! - NingyMouse  378.4 #366 4:55PM

I haven't tried running in the rain yet. And I have a half next week. I hope it doesn't rain! How was it for you in the rain? Slippery? - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:31AM

I ran in the rain this morning and I really enjoyed it! I guess I'm a lil crazy myself :) - vernswifevickie  374.1 #377 2:30PM

Thanks for the luck and the advice! I don't think it will rain during the race, but you've convinced me to try running in the rain sometime. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 3:32PM

That is fantastic congrats to you😃 - Missymoo  426.6 #302 12:37PM

Congratulations! - NingyMouse  378.4 #366 6:23AM

Yay, I was down to 12 (depending on the brand) but I'm in 16 now. I'm determined it won't be for long, though. - PrincessKristin  776.9 #125 4:34PM

Way to go!! I've been to cheap to buy new pants just been putting new holes in my belt haha. Good for you though!! - Cricket  224.1 #1332 6:35PM

Thanks ! I do have superfeetinsoles already! - justcallmeKP  108.8 #2965 6:28PM

My podiatrist had recommended New Balance to me. Go in to a store and have them tell you if you over pronate. That could be part of it. - 415beachgirl  469.0 #263 7:17AM

Thanks! That helps - justcallmeKP  108.8 #2965 7:57PM

There are a LOT of variables...your stride, your form, your pronation, your bone structure, the build of the shoe, etc. Everyone always recommends New Balance, but I've tried three or four pairs and none of them were comfortable. What works for me might not work for you. The absolute best thing to do is go to a podiatrist and have custom insoles made--then, the shoe is not really important because the insole will put your foot in the right position. I've had mine for 8 years! Though my parents' insurance covered it at the time, I would pay out of pocket for new ones if I needed to because they really do change the way I walk. (I have bone structure issues, though). Second-best thing you could do is visit a specialty store, such as Road Runner or Feet Fleet, and have a fitting: they will put you on a treadmill and look at your stride to determine the most comfortable shoe for you. Lastly, you might make an appointment with a running coach--he/she will be able to help you correct your form. In any case, PLEASE try not to worry too much about cost: this is an investment in your health. $200, while it sounds like a lot all at once, is a drop in the bucket when you consider that it will help you be more comfortable and stick with your workouts. - Spoonful_O_Sugar  439.1 #288 8:16AM

Oh no! I can't register for another few weeks :( Oh well, if it's meant to be, I'll make it. If not, that's ok--it's a hard time of the year for me to try to get down to DL anyway. - Spoonful_O_Sugar  439.1 #288 5:58PM

Yay!! It'll be a lot of fun! If you're looking for a training program, Jim Galloway's tink program through the run Disney website worked for me:) - supertracy  435.6 #290 6:38PM

Woohoo Congratulations! It'll be fun, you'll love it and wanna keep doing more! - NingyMouse  378.4 #366 9:31AM

The web site says that the half-marathon is 62% full and the family fun 5k is 51%. I gotta look into this. That's about the time of the year that we go! - msdizmaui  521.5 #226 12:12AM

I'm still afraid I couldn't keep up with you! But yes I'd be in. Wasn't mimmy saying she would too? I'm in HB, pending summer weather we could here too. I love getting my exercise in out along the strand. There's free parking by me available most of the time. - 415beachgirl  469.0 #263 6:39AM

:( wishing I lived down there! There a great walking path (6 m round trip) by my house. Along a creek - deer, rabbits, turtles in the warmer weather. Feel free to join me anytime - just 1004 miles from Disneyland :) - PrincessKristin  776.9 #125 7:53AM

That's a great idea! I would love to but the drive is a little too long for me. I live in the San Fernando Valley (LA) so it would be over an hour drive just to get there. I hope the pacing works out for everyone who can make it. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 9:59PM

I'm not supposed to run....but its great you guys are getting together! - Squirtortue  311.1 #570 6:56AM

I am hoping to finally do one of the DL halves this year.  They're both scheduled at a difficult time of the year for me, but I think I'll be able to do it this year :) - Spoonful_O_Sugar  439.1 #288 8:54PM

I'm waiting on a RAK lol. It felt like a sign! :) So hopefully I get to run in the 5k.  If not, then next year :) - Madi  204.1 #1614 9:37PM

I have the money in my account and a reminder set on my phone to sign up right on the 18th!!! Woot woot! - DisneyChucks  8.9 #7323 9:42AM

I want to do the half marathon again. It was so fun! I'm a little upset that they raised the cost but I think I'll do it anyway. - TamiPoppins  39.7 #4076 1:38PM