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    My Weight Loss clinic does B6 and B12 injections....

    My Weight Loss clinic does B6 and B12 injections. One of the things B6 helps with is Anemia. Now this is in reference to an injectable form. We do not have much more info on how it helps as we...
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    Wow, I really didn't think I would get this much...

    Wow, I really didn't think I would get this much support. Thank you all

    Kizzybean, in reply, as far as my symptoms, daily life I have the Gotta Go RIGHT NOW about 50% of the time. I do not get...
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    I agree with you all. I hang my pack off the...

    I agree with you all. I hang my pack off the tri-rings on my Warbonnet Blackbird tree straps if I want it under my tarp. Otherwise I hang it directly to the tree straps near my dutch clip.

    I...
  4. Instant Quinoa

    FYI there IS instant quinoa available. I buy it all the time. I add it to my oatmeal packet and some peanut butter for my breakfast ziplock.

    I get my at a health food store, but you can google...
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    Wow, thank you for all the support and the pm's. ...

    Wow, thank you for all the support and the pm's. This was enlightening.
    I do know I need to lose some more weight, hence the hiking attempts. I used to be 315lbs and have lost 100lbs, finding back...
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    Piddling WOMEN ONLY

    Please no men. This is a bit embarrassing.

    The last 3 trips I did, I have experienced, piddling. I do not understand it.

    I am a larger gal, and I have that, "Gotta go, gotta go, gotta go RIGHT...
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    I'm also in Prescott AZ. I was stung 5 times by...

    I'm also in Prescott AZ. I was stung 5 times by a baby scorpion in the first month I moved here from CA. I'm not allergic. I survived. Hurt like a MF. No joke. I moved into a place that was...
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    judgment. I hate the judging eyes or comments...

    judgment.

    I hate the judging eyes or comments murmured as they see a plus size WOMAN hiker approaching them, or pulling over so they can pass (which I do immediately as they approach).

    And...
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    I do not own the Trek style, but I have the...

    I do not own the Trek style, but I have the classic, and I would not recommend them for trails that are rocky. You feel everything. I do not have sensitive feet either. I do love the way the feel...
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    Thank you for the info. I was at Reavis Ranch...

    Thank you for the info.

    I was at Reavis Ranch 2 weekends ago, and I met a lady that was Thru hiking the AZT by herself! She said that it is about a 7 week trip for her. She also said the lower...
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    I use a piece of GG 1/4" pad for under my legs,...

    I use a piece of GG 1/4" pad for under my legs, and a 3/4 winter UQ down to 30 degrees. I also have a Montbell SS #2 which is rated to 25 degrees. I supplement with a reflector liner inside my bag...
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    I did consider that. I even found a picture of...

    I did consider that. I even found a picture of someone who did it. I didn't think the cardboard would be sufficient foot protection for rocks and such.

    I just completed another pair for myself...
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    Thanks for the feedback. I like the challenge of...

    Thanks for the feedback. I like the challenge of making them. My husband did say "honey, they do not need to be indestructible, they can be re-made." I just liked the idea of them lasting more...
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    Duct Tape Shoes

    Ok... so I tried to replace my 11oz crocs to Duct tape sandals.

    I decided to cut out blue CC pad from Wally world and cover it with designer Duct tape also at wally world. I got pretty inventive...
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    just a few thoughts to add. I'm 5'10" and I use...

    just a few thoughts to add. I'm 5'10" and I use a clark NA and a Blackbird. I like light, and comfort and cheap. Some things are best to make the investment, like a good TQ (top quilt) and an UQ...
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    Suggestion for where to start....

    My husband and I are from Prescott, and I would like to start to piece together the Arizona trail. We will be most likely doing 2 day hikes, maybe with the sections that need more time, we would go...
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    I am a lady, and body glide works great for me. ...

    I am a lady, and body glide works great for me. They have a heating one too. I do not recommend that one, unless you really need it for muscle aches, and you don't mind the extra weight. I...
  18. hope this link works, as I am signed in as I...

    hope this link works, as I am signed in as I clicked on it.

    I just noticed there is no administrators on it. But it's worth a shot. The more women we connect to it, the more it could become more...
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    I suggest Capri's. They work great for me. Even...

    I suggest Capri's. They work great for me. Even the exercise ones. They are polyester I think...but they are better than cotton. With them lower than the knee, they do not crawl up. I'm a size...
  20. backpacking group for us ladies on facebook

    I thought I would let you know there is group on facebook as backpacking babes. Not very many women on it yet. But I thought it would be a nice additional place for our discussions. I Love this...
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    That is far from considerate. I don't understand...

    That is far from considerate. I don't understand how people can be so rude sometimes. This comment was not necessary, and plain rude. This forum is for help, support, and encouragement.

    Please...
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    I always have trouble shopping. I'm 5'10" and a...

    I always have trouble shopping. I'm 5'10" and a bigger girl. I have to buy mens 2x, 34" inseam pants and 1x tops. I have yet to purchase clothing designed for females. I do have an Osprey Ariel...
  23. light yummay-ness

    I alternate from powdered/dehydrated peanut butter and crackers
    or I use my sealer system and make my own portable peanut butter packets.

    Rice crackers now come in bite sized rounds, but you have...
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    ok here's some thoughts

    As far as your personal needs, I feel the best thing to keep your mind off of his departure, is to put yourself first. Start thinking of you. Take a new class through the local community center. I...
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    YES! I agree totally. It took sometime to get...

    YES! I agree totally. It took sometime to get over my pride issues, but I now realize that my hiking technique is just fine. My husband is very supportive and is right there with me. So I'm not...
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