Senior Golden Sneakers
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Morning ladies, we are stuck in waiting for on line grocery delivery. Jilly is not happy being stuck in. The delivery guy phones 5 minutes before he delivers and if one doesn't answer he doesn't deliver. We have a window of 9 - 11 am so poor Jilly Bean could have a long wait. That is the downside of grocery delivery. I could have whipped around a store much faster, however on the other hand sticking to a list means I am not diverted by the sight of cheesecakes and sticky buns. This is a great help in the battle of the bulge. To make matters worse from the Beans point of view I have an order from M&S on the way later in the week of two polo tees specially ordered ironically for taking the Bean on her early morning summer walks.
The weather is just perfect today. Yesterday we met Carol who's a volunteer with the humane society. She had in tow her beautiful rescued German shepherd named William Wallace or Willie for short. His mom was tethered to a chain all of her life and when she had puppies she couldn't look after them as they grew. Someone happily reported the owner and mom, puppies and Willie ended up at the shelter.
One wonders at times why some people acquire pets. He pleaded that Mom was a security guard. Not sure how she could guard his property permanently shackled! Sigh!
I think I'll go and make a nice cup of coffee as I wait. No pearls of wisdom to be eaten up and disappear before I even go near a save button.
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Good day. Overcast, a bit of fog and some rain possible. Doing a bit of laundry right now, left a message with my doctor’s office about my Rx having run out. Several errands on tap after the dryer has finished. I ordered a tiny item from Walmart and got free shipping if I pick it up at the store. Thought I could do that this morning with other errands in that area but it did not arrive.
Jackie, thanks for the video, good exercises for all of us to work on flexibility. Did you get your beans and tomato planted yesterday?
Sandy, did you get out yesterday? I am sure you are tired of the boot. I do hope you are healing up as you put up with the inconvenience. I saw a lady walking out of a store the other day, carrying a big bag of groceries and limping along on a boot. She was doing well with it. I probably would have used a cart to lean on rather than carrying the bag.
Anne, I hope we are treated to some of your pearls of wisdom today. But MFP is still unpredictable. Crashed for me this morning and I still only have a news feed on the main page from time to time and sometimes 8 or 9 hours go by and it will not refresh. I see the same postings there and the indication is they were posted a few minutes ago. Fingers crossed!
Patsy, if you find the just right shoes and the perfect insoles, by all means, order your lifetime supply and then let us know what has worked for you! I am always hunting.
Buzz, darn weather making every ache and pain worse. Glad you did not try to clean up for the cleaning lady. And I also hope you got some rest. Very difficult when you are hurting. Hugs.
Must check the dryer.
Hugs and all best wishes for happy days.
Lin
P.S. Yes, all the things I attended yesterday were lovely and very enjoyable.
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Happy Wednesday! Great to see the kiddos yesterday. When I got there they were all playing in the little swimming pool Lisa set up for them. After getting them all dried and dressed I was giving them dinner when Lisa texted and said her swimming pool was closed for some reason and she was going to skip her meeting because she felt bad for me in my big shoe. She really is a considerate DIL and I love her lots. I did let her go downstairs and exercise on her machine and I put Charlie to bed. I left earlier than usual so it was a good night.
I came home to a phone call from Babe who said he just had the worst fight ever with his son and he might need me to take him to the heart doctor for his appointment today. As it turned out he called this morning and said he still didn't know because his son was still sleeping and then called again to say his son insists that he is taking him. Believe it or not I knew this outcome last night because I know him all too well. So grateful to be out of all that drama.
I have a teeth cleaning today and the dentist will let me know what he can do for my chipped tooth which is a crown. It is my front tooth and although not really a big chip I would like it fixed. I see many dollar signs in front of me but I got this card that the dentist office recommended which lets you pay off with no interest for a year. That I can handle.
Bingo tonight, would love to win some money, this has been a bad month for spending.
Have a great day.
Sandy
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What an odd morning. First Dorio with the groceries, then Mark rolled up and cut the grass, and now a clowns just walked past the front window with a huge stack of balloons.
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Happy Wednesday. My day has also gone in a different direction to any plan. The morning walk in the woods was damp but by lunchtime the sun was breaking through and it's now a beautiful evening. A sofa I ordered for the garden room was supposed to be delivered tomorrow so I postponed a booked hair appointment but around midday the courier phoned to let me know he was on the road at the end of our track looking for me. When I walked out to meet him he told me his beautiful spaniel sitting in the cab had terrible diarrhoea and wondered if I had some spare poo bags since he'd heard George barking in the background. While I was back in the cottage picking up spare bags he delivered the boxed sofa to the kitchen door and walked back to his truck! The fun started when I tried to move it but realised I'd have to cut open the box, remove the sofa and drag it through the kitchen. Luckily it was cleverly folded into itself but heavy so the best way forward was to roll it over and over through doors and across floors until I manoeuvred it into the garden room. Time then to stop, but my legs up and rest sore hips! The good news is it's now put together and I'm sitting against comfy cushions sipping a cuppa. I can see I'll be competing with Brady and Hebe in future for some room on it!
It didn't stop raining yesterday Lin so beans and tomato shrub still waiting patiently... tomorrow!
Oooh Anne, I hope that wasn't Stephen King's clown walking past your window. A ghastly movie I seem to remember!
Time to cook the fish I bought on Monday and it seems baking is the best option.
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Yes LIN, a clown! A very weird morning. The clown stuffed his/her balloons in the boot of a car and drove off, thank the Lord!0
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Hi everyone Liz has come and gone and she insisted I climb into my lounge chair, raise the legs and GET SOME SLEEP! First I'll have my yogurt and blueberries and then nap. I could sleep standing up today!
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Anne: just a guess but I think someone in your neighborhood is having a birthday party. Isn’t it funny how clowns have such a bad reputation? Children often are just terrified of them. I always loved them. I did a series of paintings for a pediatric clinic and one of the sketches was a clown. They told me they could’nt hang that one. The kids would be afraid of it. Oh well.
People often don’t like ventriloquist’s dolls either. I am always fascinated by them as well as dolls in general.
I woke up almost crippled! Every bone in my body was complaining. It is a bit better now but just a bit. Not sure why but this is going to be a strange day. I have a few errands and now we are going to replace the fuchsias that are croaking on the front deck. We had several really hot days a couple of weeks ago. They wilted and have never recovered. That deck got over 100 degrees. The sad hanging baskets of dying fuchsias are not very welcoming on the front deck.
Limping off to change for my trip into town.
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Hello, up and getting ready to leave for a morning of short Tai Chi class and then a long visit with our former library ladies now meeting at a large table in the Grille area of a local grocery store. And finally my little something has shown up at Walmart so will go there today as well.
I slept a lot last night. Went to bed very early, had a nice long nap, up for a while and then more sleep. In all, the most sleep I have had for weeks. And thank goodness for a heating pad with an automatic shutoff. It is a lifesaver for me.
Question please. I can no longer find the birthday message under announcements. I have to click on display all messages and then it appears in the list. It says it is an announcement and I starred it but after looking at the message it disappears again. I have tried through the app and also MFP through Safari with the same result. Hummmmm.
Buzz, good for her. You need your healing and restorative rest. Hugs.
Patsy, I am sorry you had a pain-filled day. I hope today is a better day. The weather really does have an effect on everything. We are starting out with an extremely foggy day. A bit of rain later. Of course, I just broke down and got a lovely car wash. Oh my!
Jackie, oh my goodness, I cannot believe the sofa project. Goodness, would he have brought it in if you’d been at the door of your house? You are amazing. Enjoy that sofa.
Sandy, how did the dentist’s appointment come out? Chip fixable? I have had an actual tooth veneered but not a crown.
Must move along my friends, albeit slowly.
Hugs.
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Just to let you know it's pouring with rain again. At this rate we will all become mermaids.
Wow JACKIE. Talk about "you can't keep a good woman down"! Have the puss cats discovered their nice new quarters and a sofa to relax on? Added bonus, lots of windows to watch out of for marauding mice and bunnies.
I'm sort of twiddling my fingers. Not much to do in the house after all the rain keeping me in and cleaning. I actually slept all night and I'm beginning to think I had a pinched nerve. Whatever, it was jolly painful and it's so nice to be ME again. I just hope all you suffering ladies feel your old selves again pretty soon.
Now, I'll wander off and consider what excitement I can get into on a gloomy rainy day. Mmm, maybe have a go at chopping some hair off. Now there's a thought,
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Happy Thursday!! Nice bingo win last night I won half of the $500 jackpot! I really needed it so I am so thankful. Today is my meeting so not a lot of time.
Lin, see if this link helps and then bookmark it.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1248-the-senior-golden-sneakers
As far as my tooth, I got an estimate for $1420 and set up the appointments only to cancel them today. Everyone at bingo told me it was not that noticeable and not worth the money to fix it. I will think about it more but for now I am leaving it alone.
Have a good day.
Sandy
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Big rains last night so everything is quite soggy. I am feeling better, not 100% but better. I am looking at a very wet and cloudy day. But no matter...I have a lot of interesting options for the day.
I will start off doing more stretches and exercises. Boring but I guess they do help in the long run. I will try to finish my personal corespondence and then jump to my instant pot chili. I love to have that cooking gently cooking for our early dinner. I thought about inviting our daughter but she is currently in a mood!!!! I guess I am lucky in that I always have an unfinished project in the works. Drives John nuts! I have little reluctance to beginning something new before finishing my current project. I have a whole dungeon of projects in various stages of completion. My dungeon is a messy treasure trove of creative options. Great music and a good TV, good lighting, an Apple computer, sewing machine, and worlds of paint, canvas and wonderful paper etc. there is a doggie bed and water for Katie and a comfy chair for John to observe and comment when the urge strikes him. It is my real home. And it is a total junkyard.
Lin: I love that you have such an active social life. That is something I need to do more. I am naturally a hermit. And I know that isn’t healthy. I hope you are feeling better. These crippling joint and muscle issues are maddening and depressing. They get in the way of doing all the things we enjoy.
Anne: you are naturally a creative person. I can actually see you digging into that famous blanket box of yours to bring out some of your projects. You have mentioned them before. I also suspect you will don raincoat and umbrella with Jilly in a doggie slicker to venture out and about. BUT be careful. Wet sidewalks, grass etc can be slippery. I know! I have found myself sitting in a mud puddle struggling to get upright like a fat bug on its back. It was’t pretty.
Off to reload the washing machine.
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PATSY, dear friend, I hate to think of you aching all over, so I'm sending loose hugs so they don't hurt!
JACKIE, what a crazy experience! You should not be lugging furniture, but do enjoy relaxing with your furry friends!
OH dear, I just received a call from my DD, who just received a message from Sloan Kettering saying if the MRIs are correct, she has a lymphoma that will kill her in about 3 months! She was driving and had to hang up as she got lost, and I'm really too distraught now to continue. So Sorry.......
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Yes, we finally squelched through the break in the rain. Jilly will not wear a coat of any sort. She manages to squeeze her short legs through the armpits. She has a gorgeous yellow slicker, but when put on, she digs her paws into the carpet and refuses to leave the house. So I always end up with a pongy dog as the fur dries out. Spent a lot of cash on warm coats when she was a mouse sized girl. Most donated to the humane society for more pliable and sensible dogs. Do you remember that red sweater I knitted her to combat the cold autumn? That ended up tattered and holey.
We have a truce now, I accept that she believes she is a human in a black fur coat and doesn't need added protection but for some queer reason Anne is bald and does.
No clowns outside today, just loads of machinery. The folks opposite appear to be having their drive dug up and replaced. It is very noisy.
I did have a go at cutting a few chunks off the bird nest hair. And not a tidy birds nest, one of those which looks as if a few twigs have been chucked together. I remember when I went to a very posh and expensive salon down town. They did everything if you had the cash. Makeup, body type clothes etc. I just went in desperation for a decent hair cut. The owner viewed my less than lovely face and explained to an Asian girl what would suit me. Chop chop later I looked in horror at my image in the mirror and along came the owner who looked at ME in horror and said "My god, you looked better when you came in". I never did find out what happened to her employee because I never ventured back again. Suffice to say I wore a headscarf long before our refugees arrived. This experience convinced me then and now that however badly I cut the locks there's someone out there who will do it worse or equally badly. That's my excuse anyway. It's funny but when I cut it, the hair curls, but when someone else does it hangs in lank strings.
I better shut up. Shows I'm bored today.
Wanna play ball Jill?
Anne.
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Buzz, what disturbing news. They just veer from one thing to another with those test results. Perhaps these are inaccurate.
Anne, your little furry friend has you well trained methinks.
Patsy, I believe stretching is very good therapy for our daily lives. Good job. I am mulling over spending a lot of money on myself by trying a course of reflexology treatments. Quite a number of Tai Chi students sing the praises of a particular therapist. Since my leg is not getting better I am seriously considering it, I am afraid if I call and am ready to try it that the wait time for a beginning appointment will be months away.
Sandy, that link does not help. Same thing I see. Announcements only has one item for me and it is start dates.
Jackie, did I miss your post on a previous page? Hope you are doing well today.
The sun is out now. All we had was a few bouts of sprinkles.
Hugs.
Lin
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Buzz: oh my dear friend, this is distressing beyond imagining. I wonder if there is some breakdown in communication between your daughter and her doctor at Sloan-Kettering. They don’t normally hand out that kind of diagnosis by phone. It normally comes by an appointment and with a protocol of action. This feels very unusual and maybe a misunderstanding. Going from the recent news of nothing was detected to this news...does this sound right to you? I think this needs clarification. Don’t panic yet. Is there someone who can go to the doctor with her, to ask questions and take notes on findings and what treatments are available? We are standing right there with you, sweet friend. Deep breaths, calm thoughts, positive vibes. I am reaching across the miles to hold your hand right now.
Patsy
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Oh BUZZ we must have posted at the same time and I've only just seen your most disturbing post. Like PATSY wrote, it seems most odd that your DD would get such news in a phone call. I'm praying she misunderstood.
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Buzz, prayers and hugs....and I agree something seems amiss. Can you talk to her partner or wait until she calms down and hopefully get more answers.
Ok, Lin how about just putting this link on your bookmarks?
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Buzz, how awful. My prayers are with you and your daughter. How terrifying.0
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Dear Buzz, I've only just read your heartbreaking post. What a dreadful rollercoaster you are all riding and it seems too much to bear as your DD's diagnosis keeps changing. How can this be? From what you've explained of your at times complex relationship it's going to be difficult to get answers. Could you call her partner or would that be a step too far?
You know my thoughts are as ever with you.
We all love you. ❤
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Finally a beautiful day although weather app tells me there is 90% chance of rain! Yesterday was a struggle to get near MFP then when I did I couldn't type a post. So far so good today!
My brother dealing with our father's estate is struggling but of course when we make these arrangements and everyone is younger and mentally fit we don't envisage such problems certainly our dad wouldn't have. I've been online and purchased a copy of the Title Deeds for my own peace of mind but must now go back into low profile mode to avoid any sort of family discord!
Lin, is it possible you accidentally pressed that little cog next to the birthday announcements and dismissed it?
Betty's pee pads went into an early morning wash and now hang in the sunshine before being put away in the airing cupboard so what did she do... a sneaky poo in the spare room!! I'm afraid I did tell her off since the door into the garden was wide open but she looks at me with big saucer eyes and I immediately feel bad! How do dogs do that?
My secatuers fell apart yesterday so a sturdy new pair has been purchased and that's a plan for this afternoon.
Going before my post disappears!
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Whoa that was close as once again a struggle to post ( an error performing your request, please try again).0
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Someone who know what she's doing... The first time my Peony has flowered in over 3 years thanks to gardener Sue.
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Re Betty's soulful eyes, I read the other day JACKIE that the traits been evolving over the centuries as dogs realized a pathetic or sympathetic look at the owner gets them out of all sorts of trouble. Jenny my beloved Labrador mix was particularly good at this and if I was upset about something she would rest her head on my knees and look at me with such beautiful sympathetic eyes.
We've actually got sunshine today and my red and white peonies are in full bloom alongside the Siberian Iris's so our weather matches.
The UN states that Canada took in more refugees last year than any other country in the world and since I arrived our population has increased from 30+ million to 37+ million. Of course we have the room except some parts (at the moment!!!!) are too cold or uninhabitable.
I'm making kidney bean and veggie soup for lunch and it smells good. No Mike again today and we miss him, but he will show on Sunday instead.
So, a pretty nice if dull day all in all.
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Happy Friday! I have an appointment with my eye doctor this afternoon and then meeting friends for lunch. The sun is shining but forecast calls for a thunderstorm in spots. Babe is getting a scope today since he is still having stomach problems. Nothing else exciting.
Jackie, I love peonies just not the ants that usually come with them. Sorry you are having MFP problems, it seems the norm lately. My son texted me yesterday to ask which of our dogs was the most trouble and I had a lhasa apso that would get mad at me and pee on my bed pillow.
He was upset because Ewok stole his salad off his dinner plate. I unfortunately think it is funny and told him he is too cute to get mad.
Hello to everyone else, I hope you aren't having MFP problems with logging on.
Have a great day.
Sandy
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Hello, rain, rain, rain, thunder, rain, rain, rain.
Yes, that was overnight and today and possibly tomorrow and Sunday. Oh my. Flood watch is out again.
Meanwhile, I have caved and made an appointment to see if I can get some relief from the pain. Anyone ever visit a reflexologist? Yes, that is where I am going. To the one who was recommended and called me last night after I left a message to say she had a cancellation for this afternoon. I decided it was meant to be so I am now filling out the multi-page form and have my checkbook ready to go.
I always find the forms difficult to fill out. Especially when it comes to pain, pain intensity, differentiating between burning, tingling, etc. And working on marking each type of issue on front and back full body images as well as multiple images of left and right feet.
She told me after one session and her evaluation, she will be able to tell me if she believes her treatments will be of value. At this point, definitely worth a shot.
Sandy, good luck at the eye doctor. And enjoy your lunch. My opinion, my male Husky was the most mischievous dog I have ever had. Somehow found a way to grab my thryroid pill bottle and swallowed many of them, taught himself to open the backyard gate to freedom, pulled toys apart in the twinkle of an eye and swallowed the noisemakers, should I go on?
Jackie, lovely peony. Your collaboration with the gardener is producing results. Oh Betty.
Anne, your soup sounds lovely. Making my mouth water. Enjoy your sun, I will welcome it back whenever it arrives.
Buzz, thinking of you and praying for your DD. Sending hugs and all my best.
Back to my paperwork.
Hugs.
Lin
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Anne, Betty certainly knows how to use her eyes to express cuteness whatever the situation and draws every walker we meet to stroke her. If she feels they arent giving enough attention she sneaks closer then puts her front paws on the top of wellies or knees so she can give them an even bigger pleading look! George of course hides his eyes behind his fringe. 😁
Lin, a few friends have used reflexology treatment and sing it's praises. My tendency when filling out such questionnaires is to downplay pain because I hate to complain but I'd say to you tell it as it is. I do hope you get lots of relief from your treatment.
Buzz, I was fascinated to see on our BBC World news this evening a story about a treatment for lymphoma called Car T-Cell therapy that is used in America and our NHS is now using. Some patients with a terminal diagnosis are now cancer free! If you haven't heard of it and can view BBC news take a look.0 -
AARGH! Thought I'd lost my post again but at least it ended up in the right place even if I hadn't finished!
Sandy, an enjoyable lunch I hope but avoid those thunderstorms. We are promised the same on Sunday.
I'll finish now before things go haywire 😲
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BUZZ and JACKIE, I too read the article on treatment for lymphoma on BBC news and it's remarkable results. I'm sure you can find the article Buzz if I saw it over here in Canada.
Great and uplifting news.
Anne.0
