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Re: http://www.cragbaby.com/2008/03/15/218/

Gumby Adumb — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:23:31 -0000

Not exactly helpful but....

The HOA rules at my place are that pets are allowed but nobody who moves in after 2005 can have a dog (I'm pretty certain it was amended by cat-lovers). Residents can apply for appeals, though, and I'm 99.9% sure that CB would totally score a thumbs-up!

Right now there's a place for sale: MLS #778350

My cost of owning a one-bedroom ended up being cheaper than a lot of people pay for rent.

Re: Grateful List 04/22/08

Gumby Adumb — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:51:24 -0000

Funny you post this. I was having a tough day yesterday and put together one of these too. Instead of helping to contain my emotions, the list made me realize how lucky/blessed I am -- which in turn actually made me cry. Go figure.

Hope today's going better for ya! Cheers, hombre!

Re: Goodbye Faithful One

Gumby Adumb — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:16:37 -0000

Really sorry to hear about this, kiddo. You know that if there's anything I can do to help out, I'm behind you 100%. My car basically sits at work for 10 hours per day, so if you need to borrow it you are always more than welcome.

On the upside... you've still got that rockin smile, your bodacious pooch, and a super swanky pad [from what I hear, at least]! Despite the bumps in life, you are one blessed kid.

Re: On Vacation in Squamish

Gumby Adumb — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:20:52 -0000

Hooray! Not too shabby if you ask me! Have fun on vaca!

Re: Plastic Bag Facts

Gumby Adumb — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:03:59 -0000

Got recommendations on a hip-yet-manly bag?

Re: Life Crossroad

Gumby Adumb — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:49:10 -0000

You already know that my best are with you.

Always,
adumb

Re: Annual Review and Goals

Gumby Adumb — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:46:09 -0000

Heya Stranger!

Congrats on the goal-setting! Your ambition and outlook are always refreshing! Way to buck the lazy trends, dude!

Forgive me if this is going to sound nerdy and intrusive, but I'm kind of a nut when it comes to nutrition stuff (no pun intended) and wanted to leave a few tidbits:

1. Vegetarians are notorious for having a B12 deficiency since they're not obtaining it in the same sources as the omnivorous masses. Be sure to look into a supplement to counteract this.

2. Post-workout muscle ache (that next day soreness) is caused by your lactic acid settling back into the micro-tears you have in your muscles. Be sure to be drinking plenty of water, but also look into a glutamine supplement. 3 grams or so post-climb should do wonders in helping your muscles repair themselves and preventing that soreness.

3. Muscle cramps can be a sign of a potassium deficiency -- which is actually not uncommon amongst athletes. Keep your veggie intake high and you should be pretty good. Tons of spinach, broccoli, and other green leafies should be fine. Plus they're delicious!
(People often say bananas are great for cramps, but I'm not a big fan. They provide a moderate amount of potassium with a whallop of sugar to go with it. I'm a sugar-phobic sort of guy.)

Sorry for littering your blog with all this. I'm just nerdy like that and could ramble forever about these sorts of things. If ya ever wanna talk shop, hit me up for sure!

My goals for the year:
1. Surf. I've never been and want to try it. That was on my one failed goal from 2008. I kept going out to California with the intent to surf, but always spent my time visiting with my friends out there. I'm not too bummed about missing the goal as I'll view people as more important than things. Just the same, I set my goal and I d*rn well intend on doing it.

2. <10% bodyfat by April. Right now I'm hovering just above 10. Eight weeks should be PLENTY of time to get there if I buckle down and "just do it". Then I'll be beach-ready by the time I get out there to surf! Double-scoorreee!!!!!

3. More poop jokes. Because they're awesome.

4. Re-engage with family. I splintered off a while ago because my family and I just don't get along. I'm definitely the black sheep and have always had an "eject" mechanism that would go off when things got crazy. I don't intend on taking on their frame of mind in the points we disagree with, but I do intend on working harder to bridge the gap caused by my absence and to work harder to "tough it out" instead of just bailing like I have in the past. This will by far be my hardest goal.

5. Buy at least one awesome Wasatch Girl piece of memorabilia during her Great Sell Off. I'm a big fan. Maybe if I'm lucky she'll even autograph it for me! SWEET!

'nuff for now. Back to work. Hope you're doing well out there, homeskillet!

Re: Re-thinking Blogging

Gumby Adumb — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 20:01:43 -0000

Happy for you but bummed for me, dude! I LOVE reading about your adventures! Thanks for sharing and teaching me so much over the years. I'm lucky beyond words for having had the opportunity. Your blog's been like having a rockin mini-Rach on my shoulder. One that occasionally flashes cool pictures, tells crazy stories, and mutters out thought provoking life-insights. The latter of which I always picture spattered out in a tourettes-esque snap.

Anyway, I totally understand your decision and support you 103% in making it. There's no reason for your sanctuary to be littered with other people's negativity and nonsense. Do whatcha love. Love whatcha do.

You're the best, kid! Don't ever forget it!!!

-ad

P.S. On second thought, perhaps you and CB tie for "best". I'm sure you don't mind sharing the limelight a bit, right? ;)

Re: Roadtrip Weeks 24 - 28: Hueco Tanks, Texas

Gumby Adumb — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:49:42 -0000

Those pictures are AMAZING! Please send my compliments to all the photographers! Wow!!! :D