Senior Golden Sneakers
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Oh dear, senior age is NOT for sissies, is it? Sorry for all the aches and pains but then I marvel at the gorgeous progeny and lovely couple in that 40th anniversary picture and feel it was all worth it!
SANDY, I would agree with you on the fraud, but I may not have explained that the bank had already declared my card had been compromised along with hundreds of thousands of others BEFORE the computer crash! a large company's files had been hacked ! Happy you got that aisle seat as planes are so cramped now! LIN, enjoy that inheritance wisely. You more than earned it. PHOEBE, after computing, my knees and hips don't want to straighten out! JERI, please know we are all wishing hard for your DS, she's had enough already!!! Family is adoreable, and may the next 40 years be even better! PATSY, My sort-of-hippie ex and I visited Moosewood back in the days, and he ended up living near it after our divorce! In a YURT yet!!! JACKIE and JEAN, I can almost hear you two chatting with your lovely speech and better memories. And MARIE, my Eveready bunny li'l Sis, better luck with this new proportion diet, but watch the protein intake for the kidney problem!
Got a concert here at 10 AM, so I must sleep a bit! Hugs to everybody. (Psst, I enjoyed the Canada Day Sugar Pie tonight
A BELATED HAPPY CANADA DAY TO OUR NORTHERN FRIENDS!
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I won't be home today. Meeting a friend for an early early movie. Later meeting another friend for some talk time and maybe we'll walk around. If it's early enough, I may stop to look at a little side table I saw online. Be well.
Jeri, I am so incredibly sorry for everything you sister has to endure. Hoping and praying for a bit of good news. Hugs sent along for you and for your sister.
I'll try to stop by again when I get home.
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JERI, I'm so very sorry to hear of your bad news concerning your poor sister. Life gives us some really bad blows and just the same as everyone else, my thoughts and good wishes reach out to you and her.
The photos of everybody's families are incredible. What a handsome bunch you all are on this group!
I lost the Internet today, it just froze, so I restarted the thing, then had to call tech support for a new password. This might seem not much to all you computer experts, but for me, well, I am incredibly proud of myself, said she modestly. Wirh one family out in the Mediterranean, and the other one hour away, I had to take care of it myself and I DID IT.0 -
After a busy day yesterday as well as watching a couple of great Wimbledon matches I didn't get back here last night. nor did I find time to make those veggie/bean burgers so intend to get into my kitchen tomorrow to make a mix and see what spices I might want to add. Nothing suitable at the auction viewing although I did see a stunning G-plan unit but it was incredibly long so wouldn't fit comfortably into my little cottage and anyway, nowhere to put my books. This is how dangerous auctions are when we get carried away and tempted with items we're not looking for! We had a fair amount of rain in Cornwall this morning while the rest of the country enjoys sunshine and after a soaking on my walk with George then had my free 3 yearly mammogram that the NHS offers to those of us between the ages of 50 and 70. A mobile unit is set up in a supermarket car park while they work their way through those of us in the area before moving to another district. I was in and out in 15 minutes and should receive my results in 2-3 weeks. A few days ago I also received a letter from my GP offering a free health check including blood tests and although I never go looking for problems am trying to be sensible so will book an appointment.
I've caught up with posts and thinking how lovely to read LIN getting back to "normal" life, enjoying the company of friends, going to the movies and checking out purchases.
Anne ~ That's so good of your SIL to send on photos so your boys and grandchildren will have a full sense of their ancestry. You must have so enjoyed looking through them all and seeing old faces again. Can't remember if I mentioned before that I'm trying to research and trace my dad's half sisters' descendants and regret not finding out more when those in the know were alive.
Jeri ~ So sorry to read of your sister's news and do hope whatever is going on has been caught early enough, especially as she's had such a rough year already. Loved the photos and all those happy faces!
Buzz ~ Canada Day sugar pie.... Is that as naughty as it sounds? Not that I can talk because after the mammogram I popped into the supermarket seeing as how I was so close to the store and amongst a few healthy salad items picked up a pack of double chocolate muffins that I'll try to eek out over the next few days rather than wolf them all down in 24 hours!!!
A great tennis match in progress with Nadal and Brown so I'll sign off now, prepare a salad to make up for the muffin and settle down to watch.
Jackie
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These late hours are knocking me for a loop. I may simply spend today reading and sleeping! Hi, y'all! Buzz 0
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Hello! Summer continues here in Oregon. We are running our fans and the doggies have staked out one floor fan as theirs. They nap in the breeze and love having their ears wind blown.
One of life's sweet moments for me is to stroll through an art show and see a painting that has so much to say. My old art friend reminded me of a painting done recently by an artist I admire. There is such colorful movement one is tempted to see it as almost flowery. But looking longer, one sees that it is, in actuality, quite turmultous and violent. Then looking at the title, I see it is called, "gathering war clouds."
Off to water the deck flowers. Pull a few weeds, then back to my art dungeon.
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. Gayla how wonderful seeing you here.
Have you been on any cruise lately. How is Dave and his boat.? , Neil Owens? Any more grand babies on the way.
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Happy Thursday!! I had written a post this morning and in my confusion I shut down MFP so lost the post.
Went to my meeting, for a mani/pedi/wax of eyebrows and upper lip. Tomorrow is wash and packing day.
If weather permits will probably take a two hour break to go to pool with Lisa and Robby.
It is dinner time and this day is almost over and I don't know where it went.
Did want to tell Shirley again how beautiful Issac is, we are lucky grandmas to have such beautiful grandchildren.
Gayla, so happy to see you and hope you can post a picture of Owen for us.
Geri, I am so very sorry about your sister, it doesn't seem fair that she has to go through so much, but there must be a reason somewhere. I will keep her in my prayers and hope for good news. Happy Anniversary, you both so look so happy and content.
I will get back on the morning, too much catching up to do for now.
Sandy
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Thank you all for your kind words. We've made the decision to head to Washington State to stay with my sister for awhile. We leave Monday as that is the earliest we can get away. She needs us. She has a ct scan and bone scan scheduled for next Thursday. She'll need all the support she can get. Hopefully those tests will be okay but none of us are holding our breath.
Went for a great drive south of Calgary today. Ed thought I needed a break and he was right. Here's a photo taken on our trip
See you all tomorrow
Jeri
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Hi to everyone. Most of the smoke from the northern forest fires has gone. i did get out for a walk today and didn't need antihistamines so liked that.
Marie -- I will try to post a picture of Owen but I no longer remember the instructions that Sandy gave me a very long time ago. See what I can do. He is growing so fast, happy and curious and a chatterbox. Takes after his Gramma in that regard. He has lots of beautiful curly hair which he gets from both parents. Sadly no more grand babies yet but haven't given up hope for them.
Take care everyone and keep smiling. Gayla0 -
Caught up with the posts. It's been a long few days. Take care
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Jeri I think Ed deserves a hug from all of us for being so kind and thoughtful. And another from us to you and your sister. It's wonderful that you can be with her. It will make a difference.
Lin, hope you've had a great day, you deserve it. Just imagine a year from now, you'll probably be bored. Lol! Not likely!
Jackie, our independence day is tomorrow. We don't really celebrate our freedom From anything, just being free. It occurred to me that the original independence day was a celebration of being free from England's rule. Ha! I wanna go home! Lol. I'm ready for national healthcare
Been dealing with insurance company, not pretty, not a bit. I asked Jim if he was ready to return to long haul(what we do as a team). He asked me if I was bored at home I said, NO! Then he talks about next week like he will still be on his own.
We finally got rain! It came as heavy thunderstorms, but it soaked in. People couldn't believe we've had no rain at our house in about two weeks. The ground was like concrete!
Marie, did you find gluten free buns? Maybe you could call the stores.
Sandy, so glad you are visiting your kids. Have a fun trip, and maybe you'll see sunshine while you're there. I'm falling asleep again, more later
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Happy Friday!!
Lots of people are off today due to the 4th falling on a Saturday. I hope the pool won't be too crowded when Lisa and Robby come. She said he woke up late so he will probably take a later nap so it sounds like we will be going to pool later this afternoon. That is fine with me as I am washing clothes and going to start packing. This vacation will be more quiet than with my daughter, for one they do not have a pool and two they are more conservative than my daughter and her friends. I think we will be doing a lot of board games, mostly scrabble which I never win. I am going to try to hit some tennis balls with my son, my shoulder doesn't hurt at all since the shot, makes me wonder if I should cancel therapy. This will also be a test for my new knees.
Not starting out on this vacation with a good weight, I gained 2.5 pounds this week but I am hoping it is a salt gain and will be gone tomorrow. I have just been too lazy to ride my bike so it is my own fault. I sure do miss those walks with Robby, not a fan of walking by myself.
Have a great day.
Sandy
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Off to the store. Ian thinking about making lentil chile today.
Any ideals I probable just dump as I usually do?
Jeri thinking of you and your family
Be back later to. Cha
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Got my lentils pick over and ready to get them started. I hope my chili turns out good . I used to make bulgur chile Buti think it is not gluten free need to check it out
Jeri my heart goes out to you and your family's hope you get some great news. And Phoebe is right. You got a wonderful husnand hang on to him .
Phoebe. My Walmart carry the gluten free hambuger buns and so do a small health food store close to us so I will not have any problems with finding them.my corn tortilla is gluten free, so if the chili turns out ok I will be able to make me some homemade Mexican foo.. But now is time for a salad with black beans& corn . I should have been born as a Mexican . I love
Their food at least the American version of it Phoebe I started buying the ole slaw. as a base for my chopped. Salads I buy 2 bags a week fixed 1 at a time making each one difference and will last me all week
Sandy have a great time with your son.i know you will. Are you going to Portland or Arizona?
Anne Thank you so much about telling me how many protein you eat in a day. I was afraid I was not getting enough I But we are are pretty close to the same proteins. Grams you told me how many
I am thinking about opening up a plant foods
topic here since there are at least 3 of us on plant foods. So maybe 4 of us.us for I know Phoebe eats lots of veggies I am really liking this plant food and not having to cook meat
Lin I should have listen to you a long time ago. Bless you and thanks for your help too.
gayla glad to see you popping in more I would love to see a picture of owens . I remember you saying you throw things in a pot and called it soup. Well that is just about what I am doing now. and having fun doing it. Only I might just called it my plant meal.
Jackie could you tell me what page yout bean burger is located. Or better yet post it on the plant food topic. I am fixing to open up thanks
Great
Chatting with you all Marie
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Hello, beautiful day here and quite a busy one running around. MARIE I've posted a soup recipe on your new plant food topic. Just popped by to say, HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY tomorrow to all our friends south of the border. I'm really looking forward to reading how you all spend it. HAVE A GREAT TIME!
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Good evening. Some Internet problems today and a laptop issue too. So where do we find this plant food topic??
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Lin my computer is down and I don' know how to copy and post on this I. Pad to send a link to you
But you should be able to search Plant food topic. . I think that is how I worded it if not I will send you a PM for the correct name.
Seems like you and I have more computer problems. I know. Or think I know I push the PC back and think I pulled a conectionout for pulled a wire out of plac. Get back with you real soon
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Oh duh, I thought I was looking for a thread outside of this group and I could not find it. Got it now---it is a new thread but within our group.
I just got invited to a picnic tomorrow. Better late than never. Will be heading to the store first thing tomorrow to get some food to share.
Nite.
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So sorry I didn't get myself on to the site yesterday to send best wishes. I know you are dealing with a lot at the moment but hopefully you managed to enjoy your day.
Bon voyage
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To all my MFP friends in the US of A. Enjoy your day of celebration.
Jackie
PS ~ Phoebe, come on home any time you like, I'm sure I'll find a bed for you. LOL
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So sorry I didn't get myself on to the site yesterday to send best wishes. I know you are dealing with a lot at the moment but hopefully you managed to enjoy your day.
Bon voyage
Jackie
Jeri - I am so sorry I missed your birthday yesterday. I can't get anything to paste here so just wishing you happy days. God bless you as you travel next week to be with your sister.
Lin
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JERI. I seem to have lost our birthday reference list on the Sneaker page, and I'm sorry I missed yesterday. Like LIN, best wishes for next week.
I haven't got a clue on how to paste the graphics, or even where to find them! And it's so nice to view these new age "birthday cards" etc. from everybody. Hints most welcome.
I've decided to join our USA friends in celebrating Independence Day by just doing all the things I like to do best. That is, virtually NO housework, definitely NO weeding etc. but sitting reading my newest novel out in the garden, sipping my coffee etc. etc. Of course I did that on Canada Day and St George's Day as well, (any excuse) and there won't be any fireworks here, but Tabs and I can live happily without THEM! I'll even make the burger patties JACKIE, and dig out my "sort of Stetson" for sun shade. Heavens, I'm really getting excited about today. I won't be able to change my accent though, it appears to be a permanent feature! So I'll keep the mouth shut instead and wish EVERYBODY:
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO Y'ALL.
Anne
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Thank you Jacke, Lin and Anne. I had a good birthday. Our dd and her two boys came in to visit and we went out for supper with a good friend. It was a good day. Today my aunt and my cousin's daughter come for two nights. Tomorrow we are going to see Charlie Pride. My aunt is a big fan and she bought us tickets. That should be fun.
The Annual Calgary Stampede (a huge rodeo) started yesterday. Generally 10 days of lots of fun. Too bad we are leaving on Monday. Generally we go to lots of Stampede Breakfasts (I bring my own pancakes) and go down to the grounds to wonder around, see all the exhibits and maybe take in some rodeo events. People dress western and it is lots of fun. We like to watch the chuck wagon races every night on TV. Stuff goes on all week around town.
But I have to go. Got to get ready for company and get ready for our trip.
See y'all later. Hee Haw
Jeri
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Happy belated birthday Jeri! I always love everyone else's birthday but hate mine. I don't like to add on to my birthday number. BUT I love that b'day cake. Travel safely and I know you will be a comfort to your sister right now.
John put up the flag and I will make a picnic lunch for us. I will have watermelon and those bean burgers we are all talking about. I watched James Cagney in "yankee Doodle Dandy" last night. What fun! I'll be humming James Cohan songs all weekend. The neighbors will be shooting off fireworks all weekend so that will stress the dear old doggies. All of us will enjoy the day in one way or another. The truth is that children love fireworks. Actually John would be shooting fireworks if the doggies weren't so afraid of them.
I remember as a youngster running madly around with sparklers, yelling and screaming in delight with my cousins on July 4th. I lived out on a ranch near Ranger, Texas. I will not be doing that but I will try to email or call some of my cousins. The actual reason for the celebration seems irrelevant now. We are celebrating Liberty in general! Enjoy the day!
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I am so sorry to be late, but glad your birthday was great. Prays going with your for your sister and all of you.0 -
Have a wonderful 4th!! I will be checking in from Portland during the next week.
Have a great weekend!1
Sandy
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Quickie from me again. First batch of bean burgers I made, great. This batch sloppy. I've had to add flour to bind. Just so y'all know! Anne.0
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Can you cook the bean burgers on a grill?
Happy belated birthday Jeri. I must get into the habit of checking the birthday list.
Raining here. We needed it. I'm sure lots of kids are disappointed.
Sandy, safe travels.
Lots of fireworks last night. I didn't go outside to look for them. I crashed by 10:30PM.
Anne, go to www.glitter-graphics.com . when you find what you like, scroll down, click on the box that says To post etc etc ,use this BB Code. Like this,
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I ended up frying the burgers like "bubble and squeak". Very tasty, though not exactly burgers PHOEBE! I used different beans this time. Maybe add the mashed beans slowly until you get the right consistency? Duh, that would work Annie, rather than dumping everything into the mixing bowl. Thanks for the tip. I'll give it a go.0
