Hey, thanks everyone! Sabrinabellydancer hit the arm thing on the head - those "bat wings" are exactly what I'm talking about. And you're right, Lauren, the arms are really probably more of a toning issue than a fat issue. I feel like I have nice definition in my shoulders, biceps and forearms; what weight excersises should I do to firm up the old bat wings?
The butt and thigh problem though - it definately seems like more of a fat storing issue. My glutes, quads and hamstrings are pretty strong, but it's buried under this cellulite-ridden blubber. It all looks relatively fine when encased in jeans, melodias or a nice L. Rose trumpet, but nekkid is a whole other story.
I was putting on my pants the other day, and my 10 year old daughter walked into the room and, with a look of horror on her face, said "Mama, why is your butt all wrinkly?"
From the mouths of babes... I took great pleasure in informing her that when she reaches her mid to late 30's, she will likely have one just like it.