tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post7584472012988079315..comments2024-03-13T04:34:25.047-07:00Comments on Living Rich On The Cheap: WalkingCheapchickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-13426050732810061832017-05-18T12:16:38.159-07:002017-05-18T12:16:38.159-07:00I bought myself the cheapest fitbit I could find b...I bought myself the cheapest fitbit I could find because I was only really interested in the step counter and the fact that it buzzed when my mobile rang (I could never hear the darn thing). I think it's going on the blink but I really think I'll get another one because like you said it is a great motivator isn't it. Love the idea of wintering in Mexico too - but that will have to wait a couple of years till I retire. AnnaTreadershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613671137557939083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-34031323626017000592017-05-15T09:24:32.896-07:002017-05-15T09:24:32.896-07:00I don't imagine lots of exercise is easy when ...I don't imagine lots of exercise is easy when at the lake. Believe me, it is brutal at times, last night I almost drove to the store to buy cheesecake :)Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-82906669494594892142017-05-12T21:37:26.061-07:002017-05-12T21:37:26.061-07:00I need to do both more walking (or exercise of som...I need to do both more walking (or exercise of some kind) and eating healthier. It just doesn't seem to hit my radar when it should. Good for you. - MargyPowell River Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-55127298832262586812017-05-12T15:01:53.415-07:002017-05-12T15:01:53.415-07:00Good for you! The pound do melt away with walking....Good for you! The pound do melt away with walking. I like to walk so I am happy for that.b+ (Retire In Style Blog)https://www.blogger.com/profile/05114209481329773753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-45178919362525486112017-05-11T13:03:15.570-07:002017-05-11T13:03:15.570-07:00Portland is pretty, a lot like Vancouver Island we...Portland is pretty, a lot like Vancouver Island weather wise. We both experienced a pretty brutal rainy/snowy winter this year thoughCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-25649157760292871782017-05-11T13:02:37.814-07:002017-05-11T13:02:37.814-07:00It would be wonderful for you to share your knowle...It would be wonderful for you to share your knowledge with me - but for now take care!!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-23944063618925311752017-05-11T12:30:03.828-07:002017-05-11T12:30:03.828-07:00I am fine as long as it doesn't rain, a wimp t...I am fine as long as it doesn't rain, a wimp that wayCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-56336494967207420342017-05-11T12:29:39.019-07:002017-05-11T12:29:39.019-07:00We have about the same budget but really want to b...We have about the same budget but really want to be by the Pacific. I am not sure we will do it every year but really want to try it at least once. We both love Mexico, the food and the peopleCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-1155324039454203572017-05-11T12:28:26.032-07:002017-05-11T12:28:26.032-07:00Yes, I feel lethargic when I don't walk now - ...Yes, I feel lethargic when I don't walk now - plus the dog really loves this new lifestyle, except when it rains. He just lies by the treadmill thenCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-87111862699295884772017-05-11T12:27:27.159-07:002017-05-11T12:27:27.159-07:00I agree, especially as we will have a vehicle and ...I agree, especially as we will have a vehicle and not reliant 100% on local transportation. The only stipulation is must be within a mile of the beach :) We are both beach lovers and love walking on them - daily if possible.Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-67027326718478263572017-05-11T12:17:21.882-07:002017-05-11T12:17:21.882-07:00I knew of a couple who rented a house in Guadalaja...I knew of a couple who rented a house in Guadalajara every year and loved it - was quite economical. Whether that falls in line with your tastes I don't know. Haven't ever been to Mexico but it does seem like the place to go compared to more pricey options. It'll be fun figuring it out!Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02803104035204416080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-23017192919785236732017-05-11T09:54:25.558-07:002017-05-11T09:54:25.558-07:00What a beautiful walk.
I love the idea of living i...What a beautiful walk.<br />I love the idea of living in a different location during part of the year. We plan of getting something in Portland and living between Oregon and AlabamaAnne in the kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01533249631969001657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-32290236190523352952017-05-11T09:49:56.112-07:002017-05-11T09:49:56.112-07:00Thank you for the shout out. Appreciate the conce...Thank you for the shout out. Appreciate the concern. As to Mexico, I know for certain that you could get something on the Isla. I know of two places for certain but one is taken, you would have loved it. When my life settles down and you get back fro Greece we can talk.Contessa https://www.blogger.com/profile/01482663305121297253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-5007413224195371412017-05-11T09:40:15.442-07:002017-05-11T09:40:15.442-07:00You have great achievements!. Hope to see some mor...You have great achievements!. Hope to see some more pictures from your walkings. I am still reluctant and blaming it on the cold. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06762601955664242613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-52162691404470612662017-05-11T08:40:38.549-07:002017-05-11T08:40:38.549-07:00We rented from an American for three months last y...We rented from an American for three months last year for $900 US per month so that was expensive in Canadian dollars. However that was a good deal for San Miguel de Allende. Renting off mexicans is definately cheaper but usually not kitted out the same way for a holiday let.<br />We would be into wintering again for several months in Mexico it was lovely.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04340754457769990679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-86990201626557916792017-05-11T04:29:15.848-07:002017-05-11T04:29:15.848-07:00We live in hope!!!We live in hope!!!Vixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-49442622567936521572017-05-11T02:34:51.291-07:002017-05-11T02:34:51.291-07:00I hope you're enjoying all the walking. Like a...I hope you're enjoying all the walking. Like any exercise, if you stick with it it becomes addictive... and hopefully in a good way.Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-71400704810594642962017-05-10T22:01:01.259-07:002017-05-10T22:01:01.259-07:00I can't believe how long it's been since w...I can't believe how long it's been since we visited! Life gets busy.....but I seriously need to catch up with you because you are one of my favorite people in Blogland! I'm so excited I got out from under my rock in time for your trip to Greece! You and your hubby are an amazing match! Celebrate life! You two do that well!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09623820316056914224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-38263505767973117582017-05-10T20:07:41.371-07:002017-05-10T20:07:41.371-07:00Good for you with your goal of walking more and ge...Good for you with your goal of walking more and getting to your second weight goal. :-)<br /><br />Can't believe that it is only three more weeks before you take off to Greece, how exciting!<br /><br />Wintering in Mexico sounds like a great idea. Much warmer than Canada for sure. If you are able to try to find a rental just outside of either Mazatlan or Puerto Vallarta you would mostly get a better price and one that would take a dog, especially if you can get one from a Mexican.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.travelwithkevinandruth.com" rel="nofollow">www.travelwithkevinandruth.com</a><br />Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18136052866820208847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-20816438129220772982017-05-10T16:01:02.592-07:002017-05-10T16:01:02.592-07:00I am really looking forward to seeing Greece again...I am really looking forward to seeing Greece again and showing hubby it for the first time. I've never been to Naxos so that will be new for me but it was about 25 years ago when I last went so will be like a different country.Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-52606373904890059552017-05-10T15:59:58.096-07:002017-05-10T15:59:58.096-07:00Not too worried about Orange boy, I figured he is ...Not too worried about Orange boy, I figured he is going to be ousted rather soon based on his recent shenanigans. I am counting down the days!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-89600944883553524982017-05-10T15:58:54.963-07:002017-05-10T15:58:54.963-07:00I meant to add I am seriously thinking of going to...I meant to add I am seriously thinking of going to Sicily on our trip to Italy next year, such an intriguing islandCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-81055589383738474262017-05-10T15:58:06.562-07:002017-05-10T15:58:06.562-07:00Not really super cheap but warmer than Canada! Fi...Not really super cheap but warmer than Canada! Finding a rental that takes dog will be the issue...but we shall seeCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-18044057152648414372017-05-10T14:18:13.148-07:002017-05-10T14:18:13.148-07:00And I hear that living in Mexico is super cheap co...And I hear that living in Mexico is super cheap compared to CA and the States. I'd love to either live for half a year in the Orkneys or Sicily. I know...two very difference climates. lolz Maybe we could do Orkneys in Summer and Sicily in Winter. That would work for me!slugmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12728856166374248591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-15780889337690815802017-05-10T14:05:26.631-07:002017-05-10T14:05:26.631-07:00Miracle Beach really is beautiful. You live in suc...Miracle Beach really is beautiful. You live in such a fabulous place.<br />Three weeks today?! Hasn't that rolled round quickly. You've done a great job with the healthy eating and fitness regime, well done.<br />I love your plan of over-wintering in Mexico. That sounds very a do-able providing Orange Boy doesn't build his massive wall overnight! xxxVixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05263970600699632661noreply@blogger.com