WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2014
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Joyce, Indiana - It's not easy living with someone who has a really bad temper. Sounds like you've been through a lot. Sounds like a good thing to give the ball away! Sending positive thoughts your way. It's so hard when old habits creep back in. Have you tried putting just one serving in a bowl and putting the box of cereal away? Cereal isn't my weakness, but sometimes it helps me to measure it out. I eat absentmindedly sometimes.
Sharon - Aren't grandchildren just the best! I'm impressed that your DD and DDIL helped you with the house...wish mine did! LOL!
Cynthia - Sorry you are hurting so much. Do you have your knee surgery scheduled yet? How will you manage with the ankle problems, too? Hope the pain gets better soon.
grandmallie - I'm sorry your DH didn't support your decision to volunteer for hospice. It is an important job and someone with your compassion would do a world of good. I hope he comes around. Good luck!
Terri - I have definitely been in the situation with parents who need help. I think back knowing that I did everything that I could, but sometimes I still wish I had been able to do more. It is very, very draining to be the primary caregiver. Do remember to take care of yourself and be kind to yourself. It's only by taking care of yourself that you can take good care of others.
Barbie - Good suggestion about the cereal...I've got a list, too.
MN Margaret - Wow! 5-10 inches of snow...it's definitely looking like winter!
Beth - I'm glad I'm not the only one who has a long list! LOL!
Diana in Indiana - Sounds like you did a great job! Your exercise paid off! Congratulations!
Carol in beautiful NC - Congratulations on logging what you ate and getting right back on track! Awesome!
Rita from CT - Your aliens are awesome! So happy for you that your son is doing better. Hopefully your DH will come around, but then sometimes you just have to do what you feel is best and let the chips fall where they may.
Kim from Calif - Sounds like your friend means well, but sounds like she should have asked permission first!
Sylvia - My DDIL is a vet. Once I was concerned that the dogs were fighting and she told me they had to establish dominance. It might take a while, but eventually they will get along. Spot is new to the family so she'll have to decide how much she's willing to take...sounds like she just did.
Donna in Western Washington - Depression is not fun! So many of us suffer from it and those who haven't are very blessed. I'm so proud of you for eating right and exercising and I'm glad that the exercise made you feel better. I don't personally meditate, but my son does and he loves it. It's a great tool for him! Good luck!
Heather - You certainly have had a busy day. Don't know how you do it all, especially when you're not feeling up to par! Hope you get good news from the doctor.
Katla - Isn't it wonderful what a good night's sleep can do. So glad you read that article and have had some sleep!
bwcetc - Thanks for the butternut squash idea. My husband likes to microwave both the butternut squash and the spaghetti squash. He cuts them in half, takes the seeds out and just puts them in a microwaveable container then puts cling wrap over them. He sets the microwave for about 15 minutes and they're cooked. I never tried roasted. I wonder if it tastes different.
Terri - Congratulations on the weight loss! You are doing a fantastic job!
Sally W - Zedd is absolutely beautiful. Looks just like Lassie. I used to love that show! Congratulations!
Liana - Welcome! Like you, I hated writing everything down and then having to find the calories or points. MFP is awesome! Smart of you to make your goals attainable in smaller segments. You'll get to celebrate reaching your goals more easily. Awesome idea!
Michele in NC - Ok, but you're still more artsy than me! LOL! At least you can follow the directions and your stuff comes out good. I'm laughing out loud seriously about the counting money! I wish I was that disciplined. I would have counted the money and given that as an excuse not to exercise! Since I was brought up eating white rice, brown rice is ok with some things, but I'm not crazy about it with gumbo. I find my blood sugar goes up a lot with just about any carb. That's not to say that I don't eat any because I do, but I try to make sure I know how many carbs there are and make sure I like it enough to eat it! I do like brown rice with rice and gravy, but I try to stay away. I'm a carb-a-holic! If I start eating them, I will just binge! Wish I could just get everything out of my house that I have a problem with, but DH likes a lot of it and so do the children and grandchildren. I've just got to learn self control.
Sounds like everyone had quite a lot going on over the weekend. It's been a bit busy here as well and I almost blew it when I brought my seven year old granddaughter to eat frozen yogurt and hot chocolate! (What a combination!)
Night everyone...it's past my bedtime and tomorrow is a work day! :smile
Barb from South Louisiana
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Back from shopping and all put away. Cals a bit high today but will be better tomorro. Want to do Wii Boxing when get up and JJ's kick-boxing after breakfast. Plus an hours walk for the doc.
Need to walk Mildred beagle round our paddocks and do ironing. Stan cooking tea.
Lesley in Tasmania0 -
Jake is home....he got an earlier flight so I had to rush to make the hour long drive to pick him up at the shuttle...even so I was late. We had lunch at a nearby Vietnamese restaurant...ate half and brought the rest home for supper. Even though we talked a lot while he was gone, he still had a lot more to tell me. We took a nap with all the pets since we both got up so early. I am so grateful for his safe return and the pets are beside themselves with delight. Barbie from NW Washington where is it getting colder (not like Minnesota) 0 -
Thanks for the suggestions about my cereal obsession. I like it ( the prescribed amount) in my bedtime snack but I know the box is still in there. Does it count if it takes extra steps to go in the kitchen to get more?????
Barbie, glad Jake is safe at home.
Yes, it is good that we just donated Charlies bowling ball. He seems more hunched over all the time from his Parkinson's. His energy level just isn't the same. When Michelle was helping us clean and organize the other night he just kind of hung out with us. He did help a lot in taking the stuff out to the trash or to our car to donate. And yesterday he took it and donated by himself. Of course the Goodwill guy also assists a lot. When he was unloading the car he found an old suit bag that Michelle and I had decided to throw away. He apparently decided on his own that he couldn't throw it away. It jsut needed to be cleaned and he would use it. Geesh! This man never uses a suit bag. We got it at a yard sale and he never once used it. So when we found a couple of other things we could drop off he went ahead and put the bag in the car and donated it. He thought I should have kept the printers and sold them on line. I was throwing them away because they were outdated or didn't work. I believe the man is a hoarder.
Tomorrow is our monthly lunch with the Sunday school class. I have a nice sandwich to pack, that is all we are supposed to bring, I hope the hostess doesn't serve anything high calorie. I might pack some carrots in my purse and only take them out if needed.
Joyce, Indiana0 -
I'm reading page 11, while me thinks the rest of you are on page 14.
Could be busyness is the culprit. Be well, my friends.
Renny
in mesmerizing Vancouver Island. BC0 -
Good morning everyone!
Kim: your friend is more than welcome to do my spices!
Allison: I know the feeling. Hope you got a good rest.
Sylvia: I’m on the soapbox with you! Dog fights: they don’t have to mean the end. A lot of times it’s just showing one of them who’s boss. Please don’t make any “rash” decisions.
Barb: thanks for the good thoughts. Knee surgery is not scheduled yet. I have to lose 20 kg first, and with all the stress recently I’ve gotten seriously off track (after getting off to a great start).
Renny: glad to hear from you!
We were supposed to go to the dog chiropractor today (2 hours each way), but he had to cancel. He said we could come Thursday or Friday; waiting to hear which it will be. Luckily, this isn’t such a busy week.
Picked out curtains for my home office and will bring the samples back and discuss. We also picked out a carpet (cheaper) for a small room that’s just for books. We’re almost done with everything, phew.
Hope everyone has a good day.
Cynthia :flowerforyou:
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morning ladies~
got a good night sleep, the DH didnt say he was sorry, but I left him a note yesterday saying if there was something he was interested in I would support him,and that it hurt that he was being so selfish.
I think he knows how good he has it, and he better keep the lip zipped...
my foot is bothering me a bit,and I havent been great about eating and exercising, I want to get back on track but it has been a bit of a struggle..
I am taking both of my DH aunts down to see there brother my DFIL on thursday..
9 am I have an interview with the Hospice volunteer coordinator, I have to pick them up about 45 minutes away from here, and then bring them to visit either we have them keep him in the rec room and not have lunch and we take him out or we do something because by the time we get to the nursing home,it will be lunch time.
will worry about that when the time comes..
DH will have to fend for himself for dinner,because I wont be getting home until 5 or so... he gets home at 3:30..
33 days until we go to Florida can ya tell im excited ...
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over 50 and need support. . . so joining0
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Just wanted to share this pic of the dog who belongs to one of the people at the curtain store. She knows I have treats in my pocket. They don't want begging rewarded, but I ask her to sit, lie down etc., and then it's OK.
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Welcome LovingLifelivin.......! This is a great group! Post anything, anytime! Sign it with your location so we can learn a little about you.
Alison, my DH does the silent treatment too LOL.. Not so bad really....
DH complaints: He cooks but does not clean up, He claims to cook and clean all day -nothing looks different when I get home, He screams and yells about dumb things, He does pass the vacuum but 'around' things, He is very good at woodworking and other creative stuff-but again doesn't clean up after himself, He IS a hoarder.
Enough of that!
I am feeling much better since my surgery. The lethargy is gone and I just feel better overall. The leaking silicone must have really been playing havoc with my system!
I have a meeting with a personal trainer shortly so off I go.
Rita in CT
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Sally, your dog is just beautiful! And so are you, by the way.
I called the vet's office this morning and was told he was out of town till Tuesday of next week. They recommended we go to another vet, but hubby looked at the gash this morning and thinks it's not as bad as we first thought. More like a scratch really. Whippets have very thin skin, like tissue paper, and it tears easily. She's had stitches more times than I want to remember. So, I guess we aren't going to take her for stitches this time. We have to take them all for boarding tomorrow as we are going on a little trip to Columbia Missouri for a chemistry conference. We'll be back on Friday.
So today I'm researching dog training to see if I can find some help dealing with Molly's aggression. It's long overdue.
Tonight is a basketball practice and a choir practice, so I'm taking one DGD to basketball and my son is taking the other to choir. It will be late before I get home for dinner tonight. I got hubby some Tyson Grilled and Ready Pulled Pork thinking he could have that for dinner on nights I was going to be late. Well, we tried it last night and it is just awful. It looks nothing like the picture at all, it's really fatty and tough, and tastes really bad. Tyson found a way to sell their scraps. It's going back to WalMart. I've decided to start a blog posting pictures of food packages and the food that is really inside. My son is going to help me.
Alison, saying he's sorry means nothing. It's just more manipulation. That's what abusers do. I used to believe it when I heard it too.
Well, I have to do something constructive today. Have a great Tuesday!
Sylvia
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Good afternoon ladies! :flowerforyou:
DON'T LET THE PERFECT BE THE ENEMY OF THE GOOD!
We have just made a coffee and walnut cake togetherand I am not happy with it! :sad:
The recipe called for too much liquid coffee and it was not strongly flavoured enough. :grumble: The butter icing also had too much liquid, I should have known better, but I trusted the chef who wrote the recipe. :grumble: I have deleted the bookmark.
DH said the cake was fine and tasted good, although it wasn't the best coffee cake he'd ever had. I wouldn't serve it to guests, but will cut it up and serve it to DH for his teas. Next time I will stick with Nigella, who I have now bookmarked. :laugh:
Once again - DON'T LET THE PERFECT BE THE ENEMY OF THE GOOD,!
- I must not beat myself up over not achieving perfection.
- On the good side, the sour dough bread I made looks amazing! With my new KitchenAid it comes out twice the size! This one wins the prize. It is going in the freezer for guests. :bigsmile: I am having to buy a new bigger proving basket as it overflows my old one. Joy! :drinker:
- I will attach a photo later! :bigsmile:
Did yoga today so I know I will be a bit over calories today. I could go upstairs and do some rowing, but I don't feel like it. :ohwell:
Tonight is hake with a pesto crust, roasted butternut squash and mushy peas. I will still be in losing mode so all is fine.
Going to try to get DH to dye my hair roots tomorrow. Fed up with paying a fortune just to paint on a bit of dye. He used to do it for his previous partner so I guess he can manage.
Love to all. Heather in rainy Hampshire UK
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My sour dough loaf! It is one third rye, one third wholemeal and one third white flour. I have been nurturing the starter for years.
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Hello, I'm Gail, I live in Santa Cruz CA.
I like many have been losing and gaining weight most of my adult life, and now, once again, back to my highest weight
... I've tried different "diets" but don't believe in them. My fitness Pal is something that has been the best measure of my habits, and has kept me honest... providing I journal my food everyday... by joining a message board I'm hoping it keeps me checking in daily, I need the support, I know how to eat properly I just need to stay motivated and feel good about myself. Thanks for being here ladies, I look forward to getting to know you. 0 -
Here is today's joke of the day:
A man wrote a letter to the IRS: “I have been unable to sleep knowing that I have cheated on my income tax. I understated my taxable income and have enclosed a check for $200.00. If I still can’t sleep, I will send the rest.” 0 -
If you have a minute, please check this out and tell me what you think.
http://truefoodphotos.blogspot.com/
I just googled True Food and found out there is a chain of restaurants with that name. Hmmm. I hope that won't be an issue.
Good idea or bad idea? This is just my first post. I'm hoping other people will send in photos too.
Thanks,
Sylvia
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Happy Veteran`s Day.I think about my dad,God rest his soul who served.And my oldest son who served and was in Afhganistan,the longest year of my life.
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Rita: You are doing the right things. I'm sorry your DH behaves selfishly and sorry that it is a problem for Alison, too. It makes it tough for the partner when selfishness is a regular mode of behavior. It is good to hear that you’re feeling better after surgery. :flowerforyou:
Kim: It sounds like your girlfriend is trying to do something nice for you by organizing your spices, and that is sweet. You can mess them up again later (back to your style) if you don’t like her system. I agree that AARP is a good organization and we’ve been members for ages. I didn’t see the sleep article until you posted it, and I’m soooo grateful you did. I’ve had three nights of uninterrupted sleep for the first time in a couple of years. DH is a love, but he snores and gets up several times a night. Since reading the article, we’ve taken turns in the guest room and I’ve had at least 8 hours of sleep three nights in a row! :bigsmile: I feel BETTER! I’m getting myself back. :flowerforyou:
Alison: I’m a sailor and am going to run with your sailing analogy for a moment. When the wind dies and the current is against you, a good course of action is to anchor and wait for the tide to bring a fresh breeze. Sometimes waiting for wind is not the best choice because it is taking too long, so you turn on the motor or get out the oars and keep going. If you have friends nearby, sometimes you all decide to wait it out together. Sometimes you must abandon ship to save yourself. We’re here for you no matter what you need to do. Hugs. Poking pins into bad DH voodoo dolls might be a way to vent though it won’t solve the problem of his selfishness. :devil: Sending hugs. :flowerforyou:
Sylvia: One dogfight can be forgiven, but not if it becomes a pattern. Keep an eye on things and you’ll figure it out. Maybe they’re working out who is boss. On another topic, I LOVE today’s IRS joke. :flowerforyou:
Sue in SD: You had quite a challenging day at the pool. It sounds like you handled everything very well. Today we’re having a very windy day here, too. As for snow, we haven’t even had frost yet. :noway: :flowerforyou:
Barb from S LA: I appreciate your comments to Terri about caring for failing parents. You are absolutely right in reminding her to take care of herself, too. I did what I was able to do when each of my parents were failing, and I wish I’d been there for them in their final moments. I know I did my best and still wish I’d done better after nearly 20 years. We have to forgive ourselves for being neither omnipotent nor omniscient. :ohwell: :flowerforyou:
Heather: Your sourdough loaf is gorgeous. Will you share the recipe? What is wholemeal?
I’ve had yoga today AND there is a possible light at the end of the tunnel. My teacher may have found a replacement for herself when she stops teaching for good in December. The new woman will join us for some sessions in the near future and we’ll all see how it goes. There is hope! :bigsmile:
Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Thomas A. Edison
November Goals:
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least three glasses of water daily, preferably more!
5. Eliminate alcohol.
6. Monitor sleep.
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Great idea Sylvia! I hope you get lots of contributors. We have an Advertising Standards Authority - is there anything like that in the States? Things have to be a true description or they can be prosecuted. I don't suppose it happens very often though.
- Just a thought - could anyone sue you for bringing them into disrepute? I guess not if what you are posting is a true representation.
- Heather :flowerforyou:
Katla - I think you say whole wheat! Have you got a sour dough starter?0 -
Hope everyone is having a thoughtful Armistice, Veterans' and Remembrance Day;
As usual our ceremony is the same, except we had Princess Anne to rededicate the memorial to include Aphganistan and Boer War vets. 100 years after the start of the First Great War. It has been warm, up to about 60F, and sunny, and hard to believe that
snow is due in 2 days.
Have a good day today, and a good week.
BMcQ
in the heart of Southwestern Ontario0 -
Hi gals. I'm too exhausted to chat. Baby Nikita gained about an ounce, so no hospital. I'll try to get hubby to help me upload a couple of pics later tonight. Take care, Meg0
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Thank you for the welcome Rita!! I'm Kathy in PA.
Welcome Gail in CA. I'm new too. Also know what to do but the accountability HELPS me. I've lost with Weight Watchers when I go. The accountability of getting on the scale in front of someone. I've tried filling out the mfp for months and points seems to work better and quicker for me. But on here for some mutual support and motivation. Thanks! Kathy in PA0 -
Wednesday morning here and slept well.
Got up and did 40 mins Wii Gold's boxing, then Jeannette's Cardio kick-boxing shortly, 1 hour walk after lunch.
I had got to end of clothes and trainers so started again with ne mini me after I had done 30 mins. Keeps me motivated. Ex cals = 1027. Logged food and it is 1712 cals. room to add if needed.
We did a big shop yesterday and enjoyed lunch at favourite cafe.
I watched Rememberance Servicice from Canberra on TV. Reminded me of time in army and all the practicing
Lesley in Tasmania0 -
Heather your bread looks scrumptious~~~
Katla~ I like the vodoo doll , hmmm
well went to see the DFIL today, the neds they have him on to keep him from getting to frisky,have him a bit out of it, it is so he cant get himself out of bed and to use the toilet, so will maybe play around with the meds to get him a little more with it. will check with them tomorrow as his sisters and I are supposed to take him out.. but Donna(nurse)said it might not be easy to get him in and out of the car.. so we shall see..
tomorrow I dont go into work until 1, so will try and get some form of exercise in...
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Good Evening Friends,
Newcomers. Glad to see others are finding us. We missed you.
Sylvia
Needed that laugh. I spent 45 minutes chipping the ice off the driveway today and 15 minutes shoveling it. :explode:
Today cleared the driveway to reduce the risk of falling when I walk outside.
for all the friends reaching their health goals.
2014 word:contentment not as content today with the ice picking!
MNMargaret
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Baby Nikita and I lounging on the couch. It's not sideways; we are lying down!0
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Lesley in Tasmania - Sounds like you live a very active life. One of these days I'm going to have to buy a WII for DH and I to exercise with. Sounds like great fun!
Barbie from NW Washington - It sounds like you and Jake have a wonderful friendship in your marriage! You, also, seem to be very disciplined with you food.
Joyce from Indiana - I am laughing about your DH and wanting to keep things. I need you and Michelle to come and help me get rid of the things I'm holding on to! LOL! I think my hoarding habits are a lot like your DH!
Sylvia - you will get back on track. We are here for you!
grandmallie - Glad you were able to sleep well. I have the hardest time sleeping if I've argued with anyone, even when I'm right! What happened to your foot? Hope it feels better soon. Sounds like you have a very busy day. It is so sweet of you to bring DH's aunts to see your DFIL. Good luck on the interview with Hospice. You seem to be just the kind of person they need! I've read about you going to Florida. I've probably missed the story. Who all is going and what's the occasion?
LovingLifeLivingHealthy - Welcome to the group. I'm relatively new as well. This is an awesome support group! We're glad to have you!
Rita in CT - Glad you are feeling better!
Sylvia - You sound like you are a big help with your DGDs.
Heather - I used to LOVE to cook and bake. Now I'm just too scared to do any of it because I WILL EAT IT ALL! I am so proud of you and the way that you can control yourself. I want to be just like you when I grow up! LOL!
Gail - Welcome to the group. You've come to the right place if you want support. I'm pretty new and I really am happy that I found this group.
Katla - You are right, we have to learn to forgive ourselves for not being perfect.
Meg - Awesome news about Nikita and what an awesome picture. She is beautiful. Congratulations!
Margaret MN - So just how many calories did you burn from shoveling the ice! That is really, really hard work. The only way that this southern girl knows is because we visited my daughter in Colorado in February!
Went to my internist today for a routine 6 month check-up. I brought him the diary printouts, weight loss, and calorie reports. He was really happy that I'd found this site and said that he's pleased with my plan. It was really painful to realize that I'd gained 11 pounds since my last visit to him in May. This is despite the fact that I've lost almost 15 lbs since October 6th. Well, on the positive side, at least I'm on the right track now.
On the way home, I stopped by Fresh Pickins (fresh produce stand) and bought lots of fresh veggies and cooked some for dinner. I had to laugh at myself while I was there. I'd find myself looking at something, my mouth would water, and I'd move my vision to something else. At the checkout stand, there was fresh honey still on the honeycomb. OMG that was hard! I kept remembering that my dad would harvest honey when we were kids and how good it was chewing on the honeycomb. So I bought myself some green bean chips to chew on! LOL! It wasn't exactly the same, but at least my urge to chew on something passed.
Wishing all of you a wonderful evening and a great day tomorrow. Stay true to yourselves.
Hugs to all!
Barb from South Louisiana
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Meg,
Barb I must have burned many calories if how tired I feel is any indication. :yawn:MNMargaret 0 -
Meg,
AWWWWWWWW!!!!0
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