Senior Golden Sneakers
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Well do you all want to hear my woe. I am allergic to Idaho russet potatoes for sure now I ate some yesterday and diarrhea yesterday and today. After this spell is over with I will try the red potatoes for when I was eating them regular I did not have this problems nor with the gold one. Maybe my system do not like the Idaho dirt. I am still holding my weight at 175 seems to have slow down But I am still with the plan And loving it except for this problem with the potatoes. I am cooking rice Pasta tonight with a sauce I made the other day. Found out today how to make Bacon out of rice paper. Had a nice pot of chili beans cooked for lunch. Rice this morning with cantaloupe, asparagus i ate them raw they were so nice tender and crisp. with my homemade mustard dressing. I am really enjoy the WOE Except for the diarrhea with the potatoes.
phoebe such a busy girl
i o to my doctor Thursday for my lab work report.
Gotta go cook my dinner will cook enough for tomorrow.
MarieHugs to all.
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Phoebe, I am sorry your aunt is being difficult. It might be best to just have a short visit and try to avoid extremely contentious issues. I would panic when my dad insisted I take him out to his house. I was afraid one day he wouldn't get back in the car.
Marie, sorry about the russet potatoes. Other than sweet potatoes those are my personal favorites. But if reds and yellows work for you that would be good.
Shirley, sorry you forgot your Fitbit charger. I remember once upon a time they would say you only need to charge them every few days. I plug mine in each evening when I go to bed.
The birds are still confused about the missing trees I think. Several robins were hopping around on the ground where the trees were. Then they flew up and sat on top the fence and just stared. A wren sat on my tomato plants this afternoon. Then it moved on to the neighbor's evergreen.
I think I will curl up with the latest Janet Evanowich/Lee Goldberg book "The Pursuit." If I don't care for it, I will abandon it and return it to the library. I also have some information on the color wheel to read and of course there is always coloring but I think I need rest more than coloring right now.
The couple that I consider my best friends pulled their membership from our church. I found out after the fact and we texted about it for hours the other day but it left me feeling a bit unsettled and today I sat in that pew without them (yes, we shared a pew each week).
Well, onward. I will get to other 'stuff' tomorrow I guess. I did stop and do a thorough walk through of the newest Dollar Tree store. Got restocked a bit on cards to send out to shut-ins, a gift bag for a wedding gift, and I *had* to look through all of the coloring books. They are printed double-sided, the printed pages are not of uniform darkness (many are lighter at the top and bottom of the page), and there's bleed from one picture to another. I did get one book to play with.
Phoebe, I am going to post a picture of a little Mandela done with the Premier Prismacolors and the blender pencil so you can get an idea of the intensity of color I get. Not a great coloring job--too busy talking.
Hugs everyone. Buzz, I hope you are getting rest!!
Lin
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Thank you all for the wonderful birthday wishes. They made me feel so good and brought great smiles to my heart.
I had a wonderful day. We went out for breakfast and then in the afternoon our 2 daughters and their families came over for a birthday celebration. Melissa made cupcakes so all we supplied were the snacks. So fun to see everyone and get nice BD cards and hugs.
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Hey, JERI, Celebrate your special day!
Brought Mike to the main dining room again today, and once more, he said he preferred the quieter patio of his Willowbrooke Court, so tomorrow, rather than dealing with the holiday buffet, I will eat with him in his patio. My fingers are crossed that this time is an opportunity to again introduce "the move" to higher care as a permanent move; he appears amenable and I no longer dread mentioning it. I finally used my leg pumps this afternoon and I hope to continue daily as I could barely zip up the right one, my leg is so swollen. I will find time to take care of many things I have allowed to slide, and I feel good every time I see an area finished! Well, one step at a time! The chaos is diminishing!
PHOEBE, I'd love to be one of your pets, even if for a tiny time. Your love is incredible!
Once again, I have read all today's posts (I think) but it is approaching midnight and I need sleep badly, so I send my hugs and kisses to you, each and every one, and enjoy a happy fourth!
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Jeri ~ I'm never sure if I'm supposed to be hours ahead or behind on this forum but am certainly sorry I missed your birthday yesterday. So glad you had a wonderful day anyway!
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To all my MFP friends in America..... Enjoy your day!
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From me too. HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO ALL OUR AMERICAN FRIENDS.
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I knew it couldn't last.... yesterday was warm and sunny so apart from the usual morning stroll on the moors, after some serious gardening I met friends about 6pm for an evening walk around the local lake. The dogs had a wonderful time and even George raced in and out of the water chasing and doing zoomies. It took as nearly 2 hours but then we were stopping to watch them quite a bit and also spent some time in a wooded area listening to a Nightingale sing his song. Today we have low cloud, drizzle and much cooler temperatures so it will be a housework day once I get going.
Lin ~ Last year my neighbours had lots of trees cut down in July and I was so upset at the thought of nesting birds and also the bats that were living there. Ring doves were regular visitors to my garden but have now disappeared and also the finches and wrens moved away. I don't think there's ever a good time to cut trees down but when they are dying and are close to property then it does become a safety issue. You must feel relieved you didn't find nests in your ash.
Marie ~ That's a shame that a particular type of potato upsets your stomach unless it's something like extra starch or as you say, the soil. You are being so inventive with your meals I'm feeling disgraced for not doing more for myself!!
Phoebe ~ Chalky is a silly puss if he can't appreciate your home and all the love that goes with it. When I use the flea and tic drops on my cats they tend to disappear and sulk for most of the day so I'm sure he'll return unless he had worked out what that visit to the vet was all about!! There's no easy answer to your aunt's situation and sad when it gets to a time family worry about taking her out. I do feel for you.
Buzz ~ No wonder you're tired with all the emotional turmoil you've been dealing with but as you say, the chaos is diminishing so you can hopefully take time to look after yourself as much as you do Mike.
I've spent too much time at the computer this morning already because I decided to pay for McAfee to take care of my security for a year and it all took a while to download. Anyway it's gone midday so I must think about getting my kitchen tidied and then hang new curtains in the dining room and generally zoom around with the hoover. Hello to everyone I missed.
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Jeri - Happy Birthday!!!
Lin - I loved picturing your confused little birds wondering what happened to the tree.
We were suppose to be at our camper this past weekend but the air conditioner didn't get repaired in time. So, we stayed home and played instead. Today, we will probably be working outside in the yard this morning and late afternoon. During the hot time of the day, we have a ton of things that need to be done inside where it's cooler! Happy 4th of July!0 -
Happy Monday!! Happy 4th. ! Cloudy so probably not a pool day. Will probably just stay in and binge watch Orange is the New Black on Netflix.
Marcella, sorry about the A/C at the camper it would have been relaxing for you.
Jackie, your walk with friends and dogs sounds wonderful especially with your scenery.
Buzz, I am so happy things are calming down and Mike is adjusting to his new place. I hope he agrees to stay for both of you. It is too hard for you to do alone.
Jeri, so glad you had a good birthday.
Lin, love your coloring and thought it looked perfect.
Marie, sorry to hear about your reaction to the Idaho Potatoes, I hope you feel better soon.
Enjoy your day and if celebrating the 4th. stay safe and be careful.
Sandy
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New table and chairs in place but waxing the top is a new job added to the long list! The new curtains are hanging on the back of one of the chairs, still to be done. The 2nd photo is just to show you the recently purchased side table and chair that have been added to the room and become my little cosy corner to communicate with you on my laptop. That table requires more work in removing the old wax, rubbing down to remove a couple of water marks and then re-waxing. No wonder the list never gets any shorter!!
The murky weather continues with an occasional sight of sun but only for a couple of minutes. I'll now hang those curtains.....
Jackie
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Hope it wasn't too big.
Lin, that mandala(?)is so pretty. Love you're color choices. Thank you for posting it.
Jackie, thank you for your independence day wishes. I suppose it should mean more coming from you since we celebrate freedom from your country, Lol!! That Is a joke! Nothing fills my heart like watching a dog doing zoomies', truly I feel their joy! So glad you rescued George, the little growling/sweetie boy.
Buzz, yes, I see what you mean, you would be my special pet. And, yesterday you could have shared in Possums bubble bath! She smells wonderful, Sugar Cookie no more tears shampoo. Does anyone ever indulge in a bubble bath? They used to be such fun. You know, I think as long as he is free to move about and visit you, Mike might like the move after all. It's just hard to keep up with what a person with dementia issues really wants, I am learning this.
Honey is getting about much better than I thought so I plan to leave off the pain meds for now. I gave her the antibiotic after her breakfast, but she vomited about 30minutes after. I wonder if it's something new happening. Hope not. I'll watch her today a bit more closely.
Well eat later this evening. It's so hot out for cooking.
I need another cup of coffee. Then I'll find something to do, vacuum is calling.
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i am eating left overs today till they run out. breakfast pin
to beans and rice with cantaloupe and those nicely crisp and tender asparagus with peac salsa on top of beans and rice.very good. A starch solution meal
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Hello and Happy Fourth of July!! I may live in Canada but the heart is still in the US, of course except for the politics that is going on now I would rather live in Canada.
We are still on vacation and thinking about moving to another port tomorrow with a pool. Today Dave and I rode our bikes around Toronto Island and back which was about 7.7 miles. He was trying out his new bike which makes him sit upright which will help his back a lot.
The weather here is beautiful and sunny and still no humidity. This morning I had a cappucino at the Cafe which is right across where our boat is docked and very convenient then after that we biked.
Tonight we are taking the ferry over to the city with our friends and going out for some dinner.
Jackie - Your furniture is very nice, is it antique?
Marie - Watch those potatoes that make you sick and stick with the ones that don't.
Phoebe - you must be happy to be home and good to hear Honey is recuperating and feeling better.
Have a wonderful day!
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Happy 4th of July! We are planning a cloudy day picnic on the deck. Katie is eating one of my slippers. And we are doing exactly what old Thomas Jefferson suggested"...holding these truths to be self evident....pursuing happiness etc. etc. etc."
Patsy
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Jackie.....love the furniture, it is so you!!
Patsy......Katie is just too darn cute and is that a stuffed toy dog in the back?0 -
Happy Independence Day.
I am enjoying the posts, the graphics and the pictures!! I love the furniture Jackie and it fits so nicely in your space.
Patsy, what a darling puppy. Nice long legs on the slipper-chewing Katie!
Shirley, what a great time you are having. And DH must like his new bike!!
Marie, nice cooking my friend. I am baking little purple sweet potatoes again today.
Phoebe, I hope Honey is doing okay this afternoon. Sorry to hear she was ill this morning.
Buzz, please please take time to take care of yourself.
Marcella, sorry the air conditioning wasn't repaired in time. It has been so unseasonably cool here that light coats and sweaters have been needed in the evening. I believe that will be over tomorrow with a high of 92 F expected.
Linda, I hope you are enjoying your day.
Barbie, while Jake is recovering are you still walking the dogs one at a time? I hope you are both doing well.
Hugs and best wishes to all. Sorry for those I have missed.
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Yes that's Katie's favorite toy friend, Nana. She knows it's name. It is huge and the same color as she is. In fact it sort of looks like her. Our house is decorated in wall to wall dog toys.
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About to comment on all the great posts today, graphics, pictures and decorations, when someone nearby decided noisy noisy fireworks were the way to celebrate the 4th, and it seems to be ceaseless!
I received a magnificent thank you (very unexpected) from Mike's daughter this morning, and a call from his son regarding some kind of phone service for Mike (he hates talking on the phone!), and right now, everyone agrees he should be in nursing care, including Mike. I received an offer of the loan of a motorized chair for him. I will try to stop worrying about his sense of responsibility!
MARIE, your breakfast looked enticing, and the asparagus is gorgeous! And to heck with the Idahoes as long as Yukon Golds are OK.
JACKIE, Your corner nook looks so inviting and so like what I imagine you to have! I love the window, too!
PHOEBE, that graphic of the flag pie is terrific! Hope Honey feels better, too.
LIN, your friends disappearing without a word must have been hurtful. Hugs from all of us who love you!
MARCELLA, I think the A/C breakdown may have been a blessing in disguise! Indoors was cooler!
SHIRLEY, wondering whether DAVE was riding a racing bike with a high seat before. Good luck with his back...
SANDY, I know you love the pool, but there will be plenty of other days to enjoy it minus all the noisy fireworks today! Thanks for reminding me about taking care of myself. We tend to feel guilty for doing that! I promise I'll give it more effort!
PATSY, Katie's favorite toy has the same name my Grand kids call me? I'll come running!
To ANNE, JACKIE, and all our British friends, thank you for your happy 4th wishes, and I'm sorry we couldn't do better with that Independence this year!
If I have left anyone out, hand me nine switches with a wet noodle, and I'm off to bed! Buzz 2 -
Good morning Sneakers I so enjoy reading all the post you gals are so good at doing. Sorry i don't comment more but the old brain does not cooperate much anymore.The rice and bean plans are working great for me. down another 1/2 lb this morning I am trying to leave off sugar but it is hard for it is everywhere And oil. is everywhere. in the purchase dressin. So on the look for sugar free and oil free condiment Especially Ketchup Off to do some research
Love you all and love to all of our fur animals . they are all so cute
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Hello - off for a few errands this morning before meeting a friend at our Art Center. My potted plants on the deck are now fun for various little birds. A wren was here this morning hopping from pot to pot and looking though the lettuce and herbs.
Marie, I am a no-salt, no-oil, no-sugar gal so I understand how difficult it is to shop. I gave up on salad dressing and now order expensive exotic balsamic vinegars for my salads. Costs a lot but the flavors suit me. I only order ketchup from Dr. Fuhrman but it is not only expensive but they seem to sell a lot of it as it is often out of stock (as it is right now). I called at the end of last week and they said probably a week and a half before it will be in stock again. Sigh. Happy hunting.
Take care everyone. Hugs.
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And talking of food, I've just been cooking the Jilly beans dinners which are a little rice, potatoes, a few peas and carrots and lots of good quality ground beef browned in olive oil. It smells surprisingly good, and the tail is wagging furiously as it cools down. With a little dried dog food on the side she should be good for a few days. She's teething, found a very sharp canine this morning.
We are blessed PATSY with our furry companions. Although she was VERY naughty on Sunday and too long to tell you all, except I nearly had a heart attack with her antics!
Still awaiting the appearance of my small British pension which should have arrived last Saturday. No doubt it will eventually when the dust settles. Meanwhile our postal workers are probably going on strike.
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Happy Tuesday!!
I am washing clothes and trying to get back on schedule after my two vacations. I have a meeting tonight but if the sun comes out I may go to the pool for an hour since rain is predicted the next two days. I am asking for a favor of those with faith, please keep my family in your prayers. I really can't explain but need prayer warriors. Thank you.
Anne, it sounds like little Jilly was a naughty girl but aren't all kids at times? I hope your pension arrives today and hope your postal carriers aren't going to strike.
Lin, sorry about your friends just up and leaving, I know that must be hard for you. I am glad you are involved with other friends at the library.
Marie, impressive lose, glad to read you are feeling better.
Buzz, doesn't it feel good to be appreciated by Mike's kids? You certainly deserve all the appreciation with all you do. I am so happy everyone is on the same page with Mike staying in nursing care, especially Mike.
Shirley, sounds like you are having a great time, enjoy!!
Phoebe, how is Honey doing today?
Have a good day!!
Sandy
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Buzz - glad to hear Mike staying in nursing care is being well accepted. It must have made you feel good to get that positive feedback from his family. Big hugs.
Sandy - prayers going your way. It's always a challenge getting back into life when you come back from a vacation.
Lin - I am sorry about your friends. Hope you can work that out. Your little wren sounded so nice.
Marie - your diet sounds like it is working very well for you. I'm just glad to see you Check in every day with us.
Anne - another postal strike looming. Can you get your pension electronically. All of our arrive that way. Between Ed and I we get 7 pension checks each month. Glad they are deposited automatically as it would be a pain to have to go to the bank to make all those deposits.
Jackie - very nice furniture. I love that kind.
Oops time is getting away from me. To all I missed, a big hug.
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Like you JERI, I get my pensions electronically. Saves a lot of grief doesn't it. I check my statement by telephone, that's how I know my BR. pension hasn't been deposited yet. Tomorrow the sun will shine! This year I had to send proof that I'm still alive, and my lads aren't living it up by not reporting this sad event and thus enjoying "pin" money!
JACKIE I love your furniture too and it blends in perfectly with your lovely old cottage.
BUZZ, you deserve the big thank you, and it's so good for you to know all you've done for Mike is recognized by his children. I echo SANDY in saying it's time for Buzz to take care of Buzz, and SANDY, prayers for you and your family on the way. God bless.
That's one big toy dog PATSY! Do you ever feed it by mistake. No of course not, I'm sure Katie is like Jilly in wolfing down anything put down. After all they are growing girls!
LIN, the mandala you posted is lovely. Is that, (or something similar), what you are doing today with your friends?
LINDA, I guess you are still working away on the double shifts. Soon be over I hope,
And SHIRLEY what a lovely life you lead and I bet you worked very hard to achieve it. Happy sailing during this lovely weather. We met a boat owner this week on our walk. She was walking Bosun. I guess you will know quite a few people at the clubs and it did cross my mind wondering if you knew her. Anyway if you meet a puppy called Bosun on one of the boats it could be her!
MARIE, amazing progress, I'm in awe at what you have achieved! Who'd have thought the humble spud could have such enormous health benefits! I too love potatoes.
Guess what, like some of you I just lost all of the above! It just vanished. Anyway, after pressing every button in sight I pressed the sideways v at the bottom and it came back! I'm off before it disappears again, so if I've missed anyone, I AM thinking of you ALL.
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Hi all. Slept Very late today. It feels great.
Jackie, I love your taste in furniture. The oval table is just perfect. So glad you found it. You didn't give up!
Marie, you're food photography is very professional. Maybe there's another career waiting on you?? Making me hungry. Jim has had similar problems the last couple of days. Hope it isn't about the potatoes, since I just bought 18 pounds!!!
By the way, my instant pot is not cooking the beans completely. Any ideas? I've got them up to 65 minutes.
Patsy, long legged Katie is a beauty. She needs a hug from me, and I need a kiss from her.
Your cooler weather would have been appreciated here. We were toasted yesterday. Today, we are good, cooler and cloudy. I may grill out.
Lin, I forgot about your friends leaving the church. I hope you are still friends and can visit their new church. Good of you to notice the birds missing the trees. Most people wouldn't. I can say I don't miss the wild cherry tree from our back yard. Always shedding something. Jim is working on cleaning up the backyard. I told him to cut it all down, vines shrubs etc. I'm ready to start again, I think. Plus, I'm not sure what some of the vines are. Don't want to start itching.
I'm going to see my aunt tomorrow. It is her 78 or 79th birthday. Then I'll meet Jim for his dr appointment at 3:30pm.
Sandy, you certainly have my thoughts and prayers. Honey is OK. I'm having a bad time of getting her pills down. My thumb is bruised from her trying to close her mouth while my thumb is there. Not a bite but sore. She is still swollen and I'm taking her and Possum in on Thursday.
Shirley, it sounds like a real vacation, just humming along from port to port. Must be so relaxing. Hope you're biker busy is enjoying his new ride ;-)
Jeri, you've been sooo busy, hope your large family is enjoying every moment with
You.
Take care,
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HI all...this is Marie's daughter Alice. She wanted me to let you all know she has been without power all day due to storm last night. She & Daddy are ok. Power company says it should be restored by midnight!2
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Jacean2016 wrote: »! This year I had to send proof that I'm still alive, and my lads aren't living it up by not reporting this sad event and thus enjoying "pin" money!
Anne.
What is "pin" money. I know that a "ski" vacation is Spending the Kids Inheritance"' LOL
Jeri
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