Senior Golden Sneakers
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In some ways it is a blessing for Donna. She was, i hope, not in pain, and probably not conscious of her surroundings, so she didn't know she was alone. Also, reaching the point when you are paranoid is a traumatic way to live out your days. It was real to her, you know? Yes, it will be a busy week, take it easy when you can.
I hadnt heard about Daisy. That is very common. She isnt too young at age five. They have very good medicine for arthritis in dogs. Glad she will be getting treatment.
The afghan is so pretty. Good job, Lin! Barbie, i love the colors on this hat too!
vegetable soup tonight, better start it. Im still having leftovers, lol. Much less to choose from now. I may add the last bit of turkey tomy serving of soup.
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Don't know if this will work, but I'm trying to download a neat picture of Mike and his "guardian", David, in front of the World War II memorial monument in the Washington D.C. Mall during that Honor Flight he was on in October. I think it was a super highlight for him recently, and I love the photo! He was so happy!
SANDY, sympathy on your MIL Donna's passing. Congrats on the TV, but mostly, thank you for directions to GAYLA on posting pictures! WOW, so much easier! (If it worked, that is!)
LIN, include a picture of your holiday décor! Our floor just got fixed for Christmas, and it is as cheerful as can be!
GAYLA, I'm learning; just let Neil be when he's cranky! You don't need the stress!
PHOEBE, happy for you Okie's purring and home again.
MARIE, whatever you are doing, just stay the way you are, wonderful you! And congrats on holding your own over Thanksgiving! Me too, but I have so far to go! I hate mirrors right now!
BARBIE, I'm sure you will be your pleasant self and handle the visit with aplomb! A five year old daughter? Oh dear!!! Love your meditation statement!
PHYLLIS, what fun, celebrating Thanksgiving in Egypt! Following today's news on your area and ain't life crazy???
We're about to have a snack so we can see the Sunday night movie in our auditorium.
I changed the battery in my Kindle Touch and think I didn't get the back on properly! Wasted 2 hours repeating the steps with little change. I'll approach one of the geniuses here to see if anyone can help!
Buzz
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Sorry, I didn't remember I had already posted that same picture back in October. Out of about 200 pictures, I chose the same one! Guess I'm the one losing it!
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Sandy - big hugs to and your family
BARBIE - I know you will handle it all with perfection. When I am confronted with something I don't want to do I just concentrate on the day after. That works for me. LOL
Marie - what a cute graphic
GAYLA - thanks, I've been having my ups and downs health wise. I have an endoscopy tomorrow afternoon. Here's praying all will be well with that. I have been eating gluten for several weeks with mixed results. I am then going to try to reintroduce eggs into my diet. Here's hoping.
I just got up from a nap. Needed one after last night. Lukas woke up throwing up last night at 3:30 am while we were babysitting. Ed and I rushed around trying to help him. I couldn't put him back in the bed he was sleeping in as He was sleeping with Sammy. Trying to keep quiet so we wouldn't wake up Sam and Joshua we found clean clothes, some new blankets, cleaned up the mess and I settled onto the couch with him. He started to get sleepy after all of that so I laid him down in the couch and covered him up with a bucket nearby for just in case. Ed brought me a blanket and I fitfully dozed in the reclining chair beside him. Ed went back to bed but came back at 7 am to spell me off.
We dozed then everyone woke up around 8:30 and Lukas was fine and dandy. Everyone had a great time and Melissa and Jack picked them up later on in the day.
So you can tell why I needed the nap. LOL. I'm not as youthful as I once was to handle this type of thing. LOL
See you all tomorrow.
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Hello friends - after church today I started to research home security systems. Okay, this is going to take a while----I know nothing about them. Well, I know a little bit more than I did when I started. But not a lot. While not in my neighborhood, several friends of mine live across the street from a home where there was a daylight breaking and entering. They were very frightened as it was a group of 3 men. The cops came and they ran---apparently a gun was involved. We've also had a number of daylight home invasions and people are being beaten as well as robbed. Makes me think that I could us a bit more security around here. Just thinking.
Waiting for details about the service for my friend who passed away November 28th. I posted on my news feed about it. I don't know if it will be a funeral or a memorial service. She was poor so I'm not certain if her brother or sister will step forward to pay for her final expenses. If there is a service, I may attend.
This week is also the retiree holiday luncheon and the womens club evening meeting. I guess I should see what I have to wear. The Ugly Sweater party is next Saturday but I probably will not go as there have been too many shootings in the area where the party is being held and I hate to go there alone.
Meanwhile, I'll try to post some of my decoration pictures. I only have my phone camera so my pictures are never great!
Hugs to all. It's been fun to have both the Waltons and Poirot on today! Two of my favs............
Lin in breezy Central Iowa
My little corner of Christmas decorations as an alum of UNI----purple and gold!
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Purple and gold, they are good together, pretty Lin. I assume this is a college? Its also the colors for LSU.
Got to get up early. Sonny cat gets his vaccinations in the morning.
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my MFP is not working good this morning It takes me to the wrong page. I guess it is something I am doing. Wrong.
well what a mix up day. Jerry came in here and ask me if I felt like going to the store. I told him it was Monday not Tues. Well it convince me it was It was 9:30 AM and I had an doctor appointment at 10:00 am So had a rush shower got dress and I look my appointment up and it said Dec. 2 no way could I convince Jerry it was Monday Dec 1. Till I reminded him he wash his clothes yesterday Which he always does on Sunday. Then he told me I was right. holidays can really throw you off.
since it is cold I am going to have chili for lunch and a salad. A baked apple
Marie
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Happy Monday!!
Robby is napping so checking in to say hi. He has a little bit of a cold but is still being good. I got all my Christmas decorations up so I am ready for the holidays. I still have to find time to get my hair cut, mani and pedi and pack before Saturday. My son and daughter will be in Thursday but Rob get two days off for his Grandmothers death so I don't have to watch Robby Thursday when I hope to get everything done. Hope you all are well.
Sandy
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Busy days for my dear friends. I did a bit of basement straightening and dad phone calls. Now my arms and hands are killing me so I'm going to get off the keyboard for now.
Hugs.
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Hello
We are back from our Thanksgiving weekend. It was fun and tiring but I did get some
great deals on shopping. We did some shopping Thursday night after dinner too but only for a couple of hours.
There were long lines for checkouts but it went fast. We did our usual 11 hours of shopping with our elves hats on.
I read everyone's posts and glad to see everyone had a great time and enjoyed their time with their family and friends.
I bought some material to make a baby blanket for our new grand child arrival in April. All you ladies with your crafts gave me the idea to get back into making something again.
Have a good evening.
Shirley
Ontario, Canada
No snow, 27F
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Sonny got vaccinated, after i caught him, ugh! Marie, sorry you had a mix up day. I do that too. Glad you got it straightened out.
Lin, sorry your arms and hands hurt, mine do the same thing, especially after scrubbing.
Hallmark has some cute commercials on this season.
Two busy days with dr. Appts.
have a good night
Shirley?
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Hi everyone, sleepy ending to busy day! mm, just looked up to see Mike eating milk and cookies, even though he hadn't taken his sugar count. I'm told not to get upset, but I don't know how not to when he behaves stubbornly irresponsible! Sorry, didn't mean to start off this way!
LIN, has your area deteriorated since you moved there? By all means get an alarm system, but have you considered moving to a safer area? I guess with the advent of instant auto transportation, almost any area is vulnerable. My advice, from much experience, is if you choose to buy a system, don't do it halfway! On our house in New York, we had each and every window and door treated, including basement windows and garage doors and windows, plus attic entries! Make certain the treatments are visible to anyone considering a break-in! And be sure you are connected to the police station, should there be a break-in. Tell the company to have your outdoor phone wires hidden from sight, so they can't be cut!
SANDY, glad you will have Thursday for your own needs. You and
JERI are such patient and loving grandmas! Tiny babies are so adorable and precious, but they surely entail a great deal of work and loving care. I hope JERI's endoscopy shows all is well. Do post the results, dear friend!
MARIE, that kind of calendar error happens frequently in our house! I sometimes forget to even look at the calendar!
PHOEBE, aren't those leftovers one of the perks of making Thanksgiving dinner at home? I miss the scent of Thanksgiving in my house! How are you and Jim feeling now? Fevers all gone?
GAYLA, BARBIE, JACKIE, and anyone I missed today, ....everyone stay healthy and have a lovely evening. Buzz 0 -
Hi to everyone from sunny and very cold Saskatchewan. It is supposed to warm up tomorrow so I will do my best to take a picture and post it to you! No promises as I am not much of a photographer!
Sandy -- so sorry for your loss. I know you were so close to Donna. I hope you will be able to celebrate her life with your family.
Thanks for the instructions and I will see what I can do!
Take care and keep smiling. Gayla
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Gayla so oood to hear from you regular now. Once you get it down it is so easy to get pictures on here .oops got to go get my glasses can't see a blooming thing. Awe now I can see. Love these reading glasses.
Yes today is Tuesday. and a 2:45 eye doctor appointment.To see about the lazar surgery.
chilly morning here done had my breakfast and medication.
I am posting my dairy on Just for today topic so as not to bore you all just Lin and Shirley.Bless their heart for putting up with me.
Jerry had another Senior moment yesterday. He went to the store to pick up a couple of things he forgot at Walmart and forget his wallet came home to let Sammy off and got is billfold After paying for his items and got out to the car Sammy was not there After looking for him. and did not find him came home. He forgot he brought him home when he got his wallet. The life of us Seniors.
Have a great day.
marie
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If you are on facebook go to my time line to see Kylee dance if it will let you.
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I just checked out the video Marie!! DARLING!!! Off to get some lab work (again).
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Happy Tuesday!! I think I have a potluck Christmas meeting tonight but since I didn't get an email to remind me I am not sure. I really need to get a haircut and can't seem to find time to do so. I can't go to my niece she is just too far away, so I am thinking of trying someplace new like maybe the hair cuttery. I just need a trim so how bad could they mess it up??? (famous last words) Robby is napping so I think I will try to get in 40 winks as well.
Have a great day.
Sandy
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Hello to all my friends. I have been AOL for a while and very busy. I got a couple new grandchildren, we moved about four blocks away and I started college. I see Sandy all the time. Sandy....you are a blessing.0
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Just HI to let you know I'm OK so far today. Trying to find missing items around the house with no luck so far. I just don't know what to make of it! Buzz 0
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senior moments buzz0
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Glad you made it back Becky.............congratulations on those grandchildren. Robby is the love of my life at this time.....but I certainly love all of my grandchildren.0
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Buzz...I can relate. I have to make a place for everything and make sure the items are in their proper place. Doesn't always work. I still forget what goes where.
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I am trying to organize my life. Maybe an early resolution? I started by writing a schedule of my day. I am trying to stay on track with my time. If I have a set time for exercising it will come easier. So far I am doing better. I am using a kettle bell that came with a DVD. My arms are a bit sore so maybe I will find some improvement this way.0
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Hi Becky, sounds like you have a plan, a good one.
I like the idea of a place for everything, except for forgetting where that place is. I do that too. Had to look in several places to find the new place where i store my sewing bag.
Busy day, dr for me and for one cat, my oldest. It was her senior check up. More dr. Appts tomorrow. Mri on my knee. New pain doctor is much better than the other one.
Buzz, we are both getting over whatever it was. No fevers. Just lingering cough. Thx for asking. Remember Buzz, you are not alone. Not only are we here for you for emotional support, there are many many people who are going through the same things you and Mike struggle with. A dear friend of ours is dealing with his mothers dementia. For years, his parents have been Santa and Mrs. Claus. They open their fully decorated home to friends family and strangers from all over. They are in full costume. Mrs. Claus knows it will be her last year. She discussed it with the family, told them she wanted to go ahead with it if she can. They take it one day at a time. She is having seizures and fainting too. Its just an all around sad illness. Hugs for you both.
Marie, Sammy may have to take over at your house! It sounds like Jerry is preoccupied with something. Jim didnt tell me he ate all of the salsa And the cheese dip too. Even after I told him we were having flautas tonight. Took them from the oven, and then had to go to Dollar General for salsa. MEN! Lol.
Shirley, glad you're home safe if poorer. I guess we posted at the same time.
going to say goodnight, got some things to do before bedtime.
Phoebe
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I am wanting to make some of that salsa cranberries. That Linnet canned some. looks so good. Maybe for Christmas no more Devil eggs for me I love them but just way too much trouble. I looked the recipe up. My back is not up to all that work.I will be making pea salads for our Christmas Dinner. One of jerry favorite veggies dish. I did not get good results from the eye doctor today. Got to go to a Specialist on Glaucoma. he said I was in the advance stage. Sleep tight
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Once again, my brain is my worst enemy. Our visit with Jake's friend and his family was great. They arrived a bit later than expected and left early than they planned because the roads were icy. They arrived thrilled to see us and that started the visit on a happy note. Sasha was able to get along and even though she barked a lot, the little girl loved the attention from both dogs and had a fabulous time. I acted the way I wanted to feel and began to feel as good as I was acting. We had a great lunch at our favorite Chinese restaurant and I brought half my meal home for dinner. Thank you all for your encouragement. I have been busy knitting hats to be part of a contribution of 43 hats to our local Head Start so all my extra time has been spent riding my exercise bike, watching TV and knitting....doesn't leave much time for the computer. We bought new house phones and they just arrived in the mail. Fortunately they have to charge for 16 hours before you do anything so we are saved from doing anything with them tonight. The old house cordless phones have been having some troubles and we love having cordless phones so this is a great treat we got for ourselves. The new phones have the caller id announce feature so we can hear who is calling before getting to the phone.
Tomorrow I go see my primary care doctor to review my lab report and get my cholesterol meds renewed. I got a copy of the lab results yesterday and they all look good. I hope the doctor thinks the same thing.![:\](https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/resources/emoji/confused.png ":\")
I haven't been in touch with my cousin in several weeks. The doorman in her building says that she's had trouble with her phone and the technicians have been out a few times but it still isn't fixed. I call every day in hopes that the phone is fixed but still no luck. Becky, welcome back, it's good to hear from you again.
Here we are with our friends who visited on Sunday.
Barbie from beautiful chilly NW Washington
The reason most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want the MOST for what they want at the MOMENT.
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I've read the latest posts so caught up with everyone. Today is a beautiful sunny one although chilly so after my usual walk across the moors with George I've been standing in my greenhouse to put the last coat of paint on six wooden panels that will then replace those that have gone rotten on the side of the porch so hopefully the dry weather will hold and I'll finish the task by the weekend. I'm now off to drive to the other side of my local town to hopefully find the lady from our local apiary who last used the manual honey extractor so that I can finally get the small amount my bees produced into jars. I say hopefully because her directions are sparse and I never find it easy to drive and look out for house names, especially if there are impatient drivers behind me! Lovely photo Barbie and pleased to read the visit went well. You had the right approach... something I must learn to do on certain occasions!
Will check back when I have more time.
Happy Wednesday.
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Hi Jackie,busy as usally. Thinking about next year crop. How long have you been raising your own food.?
Becky glad to see your posting. so good to see our old members posting again. How many grandkids do you have now.
my diet plan is still working.
Well this is the beginning of my 6th year And some more of you too. or is it the 7th year, Oh my gosh looks like the start of my 7th year. I don't know? I join in 2008 and just finish 2014 . that make it 6th years and beginning my 7th year.now. I know one thing I sure got older. (*) 
Marie
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Phoebe...how have you been? I have so missed everyone. Now that I have internet at home maybe I can keep up. Barbie....I wish I had your willpower. I have a tendency to eat all my food. I have heard that you can ask for half of it to be wrapped to go before they bring it to you. Good idea. Marie....My husband makes strawberry salsa. Yum !!! I think I just got grandchild number 19. Jackie...it is great that you are staying so busy. That will keep you young and healthy.
I just got a Fitbit and am trying to figure it out.
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Hello All,
Been so busy haven't had a free minute it seems. We've been doing lots of Christmas shopping for Grandkids and otheir family.
I had my endoscopy this week. Good news, looks like no celiac disease. Hurray. Don't have the result of th biopsy yet, but don't anticipate any problems.
Marie - wow, what a long time for you on MFP. Good for you.
Buzz - Phoebe is right, we are her do you for sure.
Becky and JACKIE - nice to hear from you n
But I must run.
Have a great evening.
Jeri
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