WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2014

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  • yanniejannie
    yanniejannie Posts: 1,090 Member
    edited November 2014
    Weak sunshine and temps in the low 50's here right now. DD and DH both long gone off to work; DD lifeguards until 2p then on to the show barn. Neither will be home until mid-evening so I really should come up with a decent meal for them.......not sure what sounds good to me today, leaning toward something beefy at the moment. Have a few errands on my agenda but not much more today; actually, should get winter clothes out and summer stored

    Lesley.......Your calorie burn amounts always impress and amaze me!

    Cynthia.....Very sorry to learn about your DH. A retirement home for horses; how interesting but I can see where it would be heartbreaking too. Kudos to you for even considering doing something like that! If that's your dream, I certainly hope it works out for you. I'll tell you, since DD has been working at the 2 barns--our friends and the show barn--she says she definitely prefers the friends barn with mostly older horses. There's a 2&1/2 yr old uncut stallion at the show barn which is super hard to handle and drives the mares to fear thus making them hard to handle even walking them by him.

    Barb........Both DD and DH bring "no-nos" in this house. She can, at 22 and a constantly moving athlete, but he is diabetic and shouldn't. I got to goal and lower, then slowly lost it and have been fighting the weight creep ever since........some days more successfully than others.

    Michele.......Fingers crossed for Lance and hugs to your Jess and you and Vince too; we ache when our kids do. Hope you come up with a fabulous distracting movie to take her to.

    Heather..........Yeah, your food makes me drool too................

    Belinda........So sorry about your medical issues, good luck; hope you find the method that works for you.

    Got to get a move on here.
    Stay strong!!!
    yanniejannie
    mid-Atlantic



  • terewilliams
    terewilliams Posts: 337 Member
    Hey Everybody! Just stopped by for a moment. Hope you are all well!

    Tere in RVA
  • EthansNana
    EthansNana Posts: 10 Member
    You are all amazing women! I’m so glad I found this board. We are all going through our own trials and tribulations yet you are all so supportive of each other; a friendship like no other.

    I contacted a friend this morning that I hadn’t spoke with in a while and reminded her how important she was to me and others. She was so grateful and said my message couldn’t have come at a better time.

    My thought for today: reach out to someone in need. You just might brighten their day.

    My foot pain yesterday increased because the doctor changed me from a boot to a brace and it’s not supportive enough. On a positive note, I was actually able to sleep in my bed last night with minimal back pain. The boot I was wearing for my foot was causing my back to hurt and the brace seems to be calming that down somewhat. Yay!!!!

    My progress: Carbs and calories in check yesterday….on the road to success!

    A friend is someone who knows all about you……and loves you just the same!

    “A friend loves at all times.”
    ~Proverbs 17:17

    Blessing to All
    Laura
  • DianaLovesCoffee
    DianaLovesCoffee Posts: 398 Member
    Finished up the Christmas gifts for my side of the family. We are going to meet up in Lancaster PA this weekend (8 hours for me and 5 hours for them). I only get to see my sister about once per year. For my dad's gift I took some old family photos from when he was a child and put them in a frame collage. For my mom I crocheted a hooded scarf that buttons on the side. My sister gets homemade laundry soap in a pretty glass container and 2 mason jars with pumps for lotion and hand soap. All cheap but personal.

    Keeping my hands busy at night has stopped me from the late night munchies.

    Hope all have a great day!

    Diana in Indiana (we are having snow flurries!)
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,693 Member
    Carpet measurer just been. Apparently the old sisal type carpet is STUCK to the underlay and the grippers,! ! ! ! ! ! :ohwell: Makes it all a bit more complicated and expensive. :cry:

    But I have bought four more Christmas presents! That's five today! All on line with 20% off. They are all very nice photo frames. Only got DS#2 and DH'S Santa presents to get now. :laugh: For our 10th anniversary next week I have got him a book about the Premiere League (soccer). Must get a card.

    Hi Tere !!!!!!!! Let's hear a bit more from you! (*)

    Robin - sorry to hear Bodi isn't liking the cold. My hip has been playing up too - especially when I sit on the lavatory! ! ! Give him my empathy! :bigsmile:

    Heather in very gloomy Hampshire UK
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  • henseybrown
    henseybrown Posts: 7 Member
    Hi,
    Wow, it is going to take me a while to catch up with all of you... getting to know you I mean, this is a very active board! (which is great, but a bit overwhelming for me,) but I'll try..

    I did better yesterday, actually, ate least calories that I should, which is my problem, I under eat.... therefore my system stalls.

    Needing to replace old habits with new.....

    Have a great day
    Be happy
    Enjoy your life ;)
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,252 Member
    edited November 2014
    Good Afternoon Friends,
    welcome.gif Newcomers. Glad to see others are finding us. We missed you.

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    DeeDee what fun!. I think Penelope is great!
    Sylvia rofl.gif


    smiley-bounce017.gif for all the friends reaching their health goals.

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    I needed to bring spinning person back. That is how I felt yesterday. It turns out a neighbor a couple blocks over from us has been egged 3x in the last six months. She is the sweetest person. I could tell by her expression she was not feeling so sweet. I do not know if a camera will help. I want to give it a try.
    Taking it easy today, so I will be ready to work tomorrow.
    2014 word:contentment

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  • CynthiaT60
    CynthiaT60 Posts: 1,280 Member
    Michele: fingers crossed for Lance! It’s so hard. I’m with you on the slippers. My thing is hand sanitizer. Surfaces in public areas…yuk. Food burned onto pans: some washing soda in the pan full of water, boil it for several minutes and let it cool off. Usually this takes the burned stuff right off.

    Heather: ambition? Do I have ambition? <looks uncertain> Oh wait! The retirement home for horses! No, I’m not going to start one; I’m thinking about taking my horse to one.

    Thanks everybody, for mentioning my husband’s death. It seems like a long time ago, but I really appreciate the good wishes!





  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 4,301 Member
    Good afternoon all! Had a busy morning and just 'chillin' here even though I shouldn't! Big bosses here today. Stopped me as I walked into the door with a problem to solve. Started the day off. smiley-chores015.gif

    Took the time to go to the gym at lunch and worked on upper-body. Tired now. Not sure why. smiley-stargate016.gif

    Love the pink jeep!

    You all are so supportive! smiley-happy094.gif Every time I get on this board, I am impressed and feel better about myself! So keep on keeping on!

    Back to work for me! smiley-computer012.gif

    Rita from CT
  • terri_mom
    terri_mom Posts: 748 Member
    Today I spoke with my DS's personal trainer about the resistance I am getting about his food changes. Trainer thinks I should allow peanut butter sandwich for breakfast 3x a week, and try to fit 2 eggs in each other day (breakfast and/or snack?) 14 y.o. athletes need protein, and pizza is NOT cutting it. Also agree that DS can substitute 1 bag of chips at lunch for either fruit or veggie (he likes carrots or broccoli as long as he can have ranch dressing). Milk has never been a problem, except being able to afford the purchase.

    One of my favorite grocery stores has both chicken and salmon on sale this week, so I think I will stock the freezer, and try to find the energy to cook about 1/2 of it (RA still in both knees, so hard to stand longer than a few minutes).

    Most of DS's High School bowling team is in a Saturday League that is different from his current league, so we are giving his 2 week notice, and changing houses. The coach at the new place already told us they have a team of high school boys for him, and will get him into both City and State tournaments. Let's see if the change helps his average and attitude. The boys on his High School Varsity team teased him a little at practice yesterday, so they should all be having a good time soon. He doesn't like bowling third, but he'll have to get over that.

    My car and I are not happy about the snow. Car gets new brakes tomorrow, so I will need some practice soon.

    My job is getting a new Computer Program in the next few weeks, so it's hard to say how much "free" time I will have. If I don't post too often, please know that I am reading and praying for good health for everyone ! ! !

    Terri in Milwaukee
  • Lestan48
    Lestan48 Posts: 489 Member
    Friday morning here. Got up and did 30 minutes Wii Gold's boxing, JJ's Bikini boot-camp later and a 1 hour walk = 715 cals. Food is 1725 cals, Fibre a little low but hey!
    Going to drive to Allandale Gardens owned by friends, about a 1 hour drive, walk round the gardens and rain forest. Then talk to Lorraine and Max, both in their late 70s, who own the place and have a Devonshire tea and coffee. yes all logged.
    3 days running we caught a possum in the trap. this had its baby with it. Stan let it go nearby, thought bad to relocate it miles away. We never kill them but relocate them
  • yanniejannie
    yanniejannie Posts: 1,090 Member
    edited November 2014
    WOW! Decided to do a slow oven BBQ brisket........have not bought one for quite some time (about 2yrs).....absolutely gobsmacked on the price!!!! It cost as much as my monthly car payment on my first car!!!
    I know it's going to shrink but I'd better have at least four more meals out of this sucker!!

    Weather has turned to a very cold drizzle........yuck! Very glad I'm in for the night!

    Hey, Tere.......come in and visit!

    Stunned
    yanniejannie
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    evening ladies!
    well this mornings appt with the hospice volunteer coordinator went splended, they loved me just have to all the prelimanary work now.. but that will be great,
    went and picked up the 2 aunts, one of them was having severe panic attack, she went with us but was having panic all along, I felt so bad for her.. the 3 of us went out for lunch and then to visit there brother, my DFIL,well those meds just have him totally out of it, and im not keen on it, but we did try and facetime with his brother down in florida,my DFIL basically snoring in his wheelchair, nurse said they did a stepdown on the meds but I dont see it, if so will speak with head nurse and see what other alternatives we have, i dont want him totally zooed out on meds, but his sisters were so happy to see him.and glad I can bring a little joy to them where I can..
    but left the house at 8 this morning and didnt get back until 5 pm so I am exsausted and going to bed,,,
  • mollywhippet
    mollywhippet Posts: 1,890 Member
    Jan, I know what you mean. The last time I bought a package of ground chuck it was almost $15, and it was less than 3 pounds. Talk about sticker shock. I remember it being $1.99 per pound only a year or so ago. I was window shopping for a roast, but that was way out of my price range.

    I went to the mall this morning and bought a shiny new pair of very expensive running shoes. $130! Ive never paid that much for shoes before. I've been having trouble with my heel hurting, and these shoes take all the pressure off the heels. They have good arch supports and feel good. I thought hubby would throw a fit, but he didn't bat an eye.

    Well, it's time to go out to dinner.

    Have a great evening.

    Sylvia
  • jmkmomm
    jmkmomm Posts: 3,247 Member
    Oh Robin, your story about your elderly dog just about had me crying. My Michelle has an aging dog, Timmy, and she knows she may have to put him down next year because of his arthritis. She doesn't have a lot of money and most of what the doctor has him on is homeopathic. She does have to give him a good strong prescription med. His two brothers from other mothers are very active, think 3 year old boxer, and he jsut can't do it anymore. You can see in his eyes how much he wants to. She lives in a very old two story house and the boys are all used to sleeping in her bed. One night she saw he had pulled over a cover right buy her bed and made his own bed on the floor by her bed. Sometimes she has to carry him upstairs, other times he hobbles up.

    Diane, your gifts are so thoughtful and an inspiration to make something instead of buying expensive things.

    Allison, we could have told the hospice interview team how thoughtful you are. I don't know if the nursing home has a family gathering room or not but when my Mom was in a nursing home for her hip rehab they had a room where we could all eat. All we had to do was reserve it. Didn't even have to clean up. They provided the regular dinnerware so we didn't have to use disposable wear.

    We had snow earlier but none now. It was just flurries. I have been exhausted today, don't know why. Maybe because it's because I have forgotten to take my MS medicine for about 2 months now.

    Joyce, Indiana
  • conniehv40
    conniehv40 Posts: 442 Member
    I will be checking in more. I am 53, joined this group awhile ago, but I didn't follow through on "myself". I need to do this for myself!! I will go backwards and read your entries!!
  • dstirratt wrote: »
    Finished up the Christmas gifts for my side of the family. We are going to meet up in Lancaster PA this weekend (8 hours for me and 5 hours for them). I only get to see my sister about once per year. For my dad's gift I took some old family photos from when he was a child and put them in a frame collage. For my mom I crocheted a hooded scarf that buttons on the side. My sister gets homemade laundry soap in a pretty glass container and 2 mason jars with pumps for lotion and hand soap. All cheap but personal.

    Keeping my hands busy at night has stopped me from the late night munchies.

    Hope all have a great day!

    Diana in Indiana (we are having snow flurries!)

    Diana in Indiana. .your gifts sound great! Especially the photo collage for your Dad! We had snow flurries in Lancaster County tonight!!! I was shopping in Lancaster and came home to Etown in the snow/rain mix. Enjoy your early Christmas here!! Kathy in PA
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,193 Member
    :D One of the smartest and most useful things I've done for myself is to purchase coats, jackets, scarves, socks, hats, etc. so that the weather doesn't interfere with my enjoyment of walking. I have an indoor/outdoor thermometer receiver in the bathroom where I get dressed first thing in the morning to walk the dogs. Because I can see the outdoor temperature, I know as I'm getting dressed, what to wear---how many layers and extras. I am colder than most people so I have a lot of wool and warm clothes including long underwear and can add and subtract layers as needed. I go out before daylight so I have a great flashlight.

    :D The Thursday morning line dance class has been busy for weeks practicing for our upcoming performances at assisted living homes and convalescent hospitals. We'll dance nine dances--some to their usual music, some to Christmas music, and one to Hanukkah music. We'll dance at three places one afternoon and three on another afternoon. I've done this every year since 2005 and it's a very special event for me.

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    The reason most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want the MOST for what they want at the MOMENT.

    My word for 2014 is “mindful”

    November Resolutions (with mid-month comments)
    *walk 18,000 steps a day (every day so far)
    *don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good (takes effort, but it's worth it)
    *strength training twice a week (good, so far)
    *put important dates on the 2015 wall calendar (finished and the calendar is hanging on the wall)

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  • DebinMelbourne
    DebinMelbourne Posts: 134 Member
    Gah, almost a week has gone by since I last checked in.

    I am now at the stage of life where my parents are starting to need some assistance. They are both pretty spry and healthy 82 year olds, but lately my father has had some difficulty with his memory and low blood pressure. To stop him driving this week, I drove them to some appointments (they live 100km from me). I'm more than happy to do it, and I would love it if they could be supported in their own home for the last stretch of their lives.

    So now I've got my son with disabilities on one side, and elderly parents on the other. It is a challenge to find time to exercise and shop for food.

    Hope everyone is well, moving and eating well.

    Deb in Melbourne
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,517 Member
    Did an hour of Jari Love's Ripped to the Core DVD. Tomorrow's plan is to take the deep water class.

    Heather - I've read but haven't tried it, that you can replace the oil in a recipe by using avacado! In a way, makes sense since avacado is high in fats. Wonder how this will turn out? I'll give it a try, but if you try it before I do, let me know how it turns out. Jess has recently (or so she says) gotten to where she SAYS she wants to have foods that are lower in calories. The other day she asked me about the shiritaki noodles so I told her that it does take some getting used to -- the consistency is not like that of spaghetti. But once you get used to it, honestly, I'd prefer to have shirataki noodles to regular spaghetti. So I told her she's welcome to try some here and to try some spaghetti squash. How interesting...none of the machines I've ever used changed their calorie count depending on the effort you used. Maybe part of that is because I use the machines at the Y and I know when they spend money, they want to get as many machines as possible, they're not looking at something like that. For example, they only have one elliptical at one branch that uses the arms and legs. I like that one when I'm doing HIIT. One lady told me that ellipticals aren't being sold that use both, but I know that's not true. At another branch they have some, only thing is that those ellipticals also have a TV screen attached to them (which I've never used). The branch nearest me is renting the space and so they can't start running wires, etc. for the TVs. About the decorations, Vince didn't take many photos of the Halloween decorations this year because it started to rain and he didn't want the camera to get wet. However, I do have videos from last year on Facebook if you're on Facebook that you can check out. You're more than welcome. I'd be glad to friend you. I was saying to Vince yesterday that I would like us to make up a list of Christmas presents so I can get started buying. He can be such a procrastinator, I don't know if that'll happen. I've already bought Bryan's cards (Christmas and birthday for him and Diana). Oh no, the carpet!

    Belinda - that's awesome that your PT reviews your eating habits. I'm so jealous. I've never had that, and it would be absolutely wonderful to have.

    Sylvia - thanks for the link (http://allrecipes.com/recipe/foolproof-chocolate-fudge-2/) when you make it, does it come out with the consistency of fudge that you buy in the store? Well, I just made them. However, instead of putting them on a stove to melt the chips (I didn't want a repeat of burned stuff) I melted them in the microwave. Came out ok. Also, I found I added a bit of confectioner's sugar, just for texture. We shall see how they come out.

    Right now I'm hardboiling some eggs (in the pressure cooker). It seems to be taking a long time to get the pressure down. Update: the shell came off two of them. Don't know what that's all about, but I do know what's going to be in my salad tonight. I also just squeezed some lemons. Right now I'm freezing the lemon juice in an ice cube tray. I like to have fresh lemon juice available to me when I need it. I do have one more lemon that needs to be squeezed.

    Robin - sounds like you need to move to Arizona for Bodi....lol

    Right now Jess is at the vet clinic, I think they're talking about how much, but I'm not sure. Vince is at the dentist, think I'll work a bit more on my plastic canvas. I only have 3 more coasters to do.

    Jan - you need to tell me how we ache when our kids do! Especially when there's not a d*** thing I can do about it except to be here for her. I know that she wants to do things on her own, but for example when they called I answered the phone, gave her an extension. She got on my case "ma, hang up". Well, I didn't want to until I knew that she had the call. But I also know that some of that is her nerves so I'm just going to overlook it. Vince said that he wants to go see the movie "Interstellar". I don't think Jess will object if we pay for it. We'd probably go to the show that's lower in price for seniors.....lol Hey, I'm no senior (lol) but Vince is (lol lol)

    Laura - that was so nice of you to take the timeout to tell your friend how important she is to you

    hemseybrown - no matter how long you're here, it's near impossible to remember everyone. Trust me, I've been on here for a number of years and there are still people I don't really know.

    Cynthia - by washing soda, do you mean baking soda or washing detergent (clothes or dish washing detergent)? I put some baking soda and vinegar on it and let it sit. After some scrubbing, I finally got the pot clean. Thanks for the tip

    dstirratt - cute pic. LOL

    Tomorrow first I'll take my aluminum to the Humane Society, then go to Bi-Lo for everything except the crab, then exercise, then I need to take my car in for inspection, then I'll go with a neighbor to take her to mahjongg. I'm going to loan her a book about it and maybe talk to her about joining Newcomers. She originally was going to drive tomorrow but said today that she feels uncomfortable (why, I don't really know, it's only one road) so I said "no problem, I can drive". I'll tell her how we usually go to Mexican Train dominoes and if she were to join Newcomers we could just pick her up.

    Went to the movies, I just had some dried edamame. Honestly, I'm not hungry at all but I may wind up having some spaghetti and butternut squash. I really want to finish up the butternut squash. The refrigerator is quite full right now because I need to defrost things for Jessica to have too.

    Alison - I knew the hospice lady would love you, you are so good hearted and compassionate, and that's what's needed

    Talking about price of things -- have you noticed how the price of butter has gone up? Just last year I got it on sale for $1.69. Now a sale price is around $2.50. That's on sale

    conniehv - welcome! Come back often

    Deb - welcome to the sandwich generation!

    An ultrasound on Lance revealed there is "something" in the left cranial lung lobe but due to its position, we aren't sure if it's a mass or fluid. The MD feel strongly that he has pneumonia and has started him on antibiotics. He's still at the hospital but seems to be doing better. We'll be going to see him in a few minutes.

    Michele in NC
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Hey Everybody! Just stopped by for a moment. Hope you are all well!

    Tere in RVA

    Great to see you, Tere. I've been hoping you'd stop by. I hope things are going well for you and your family.
    :flowerforyou:

    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • CynthiaT60
    CynthiaT60 Posts: 1,280 Member
    edited November 2014
    Good morning everyone!

    Michele: no, I really mean washing soda. It’s also not the same as borax. wisegeek.com/what-is-washing-soda.htm
    I Googled and you should be able to find the Arm & Hammer brand at Target.

    The last of the four rooms is being measured for carpet today, also the window in my office room for curtains. Have to have an annoying conversation with someone later today.

    Hope everyone has a good day.
    Cynthia :flowerforyou:

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  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Deb~ that is called the sandwich generation and at our age that is what we are...
    my younger BIL and nephew went down to see my DFIL last night,they have been maybe once.. and of course he didnt recognize them and he didnt even remember that we had been there..
    I am defenatly (sp)going to speak with the nurse about his meds,this is just not right... will be down at 8 or so to get to the bottom of it..
    working all day today, then working tomorrow morning and then taking my dad down to a memorial service for our cousin about an hour away, told the DH not to expect me home to go out to dinner.. he said thats ok because we are short on money this month, which is wonderful with 2 holidays coming up...
    all I care about is there is enough to get the grandkids Christmas presents...
    I am stashing a bit of spending money away for Florida
  • bwcetc
    bwcetc Posts: 2,826 Member
    Viv ... praying that you and your husband are able to find moments of joy in the midst of this darkness you're experiencing.

    Michele ... on Sunday the Target ad had a flyer that listed Land-o-Lakes butter for $7.00 a pound!! Crazy! Cheapest price for off brand is at $2.99 ... but you have to really catch it at that price as it's been fluctuating much higher.

    Jan ... how was the brisket? I had to walk by the beef section of our grocery store yesterday... prices too high for the most part. Chicken, chicken, chicken is what's for dinner here most nights! DH and DS will be deer hunting on Saturday... we'll see if they can supplement the freezer. I'm not really a fan of venison though.

    Tere ... a while back you were planning a wedding for yourself and your significant other ... was wondering how your son with weight issues is doing too. Glad to see you're back!

    Another tough week with DS and his migraines... but he's in school today. Waiting on results of blood work to see if we're missing anything with the cause ... not really expecting anything ... but don't want to leave any stone unturned.

    We had about 4" of snow yesterday... I forgot how much harder it is to do things when the weather is nasty! Blech!

    Have a great day!
    Beth






  • yanniejannie
    yanniejannie Posts: 1,090 Member
    edited November 2014
    Quick stop, got to collect some canned goods from ladies at the gym for our charity food drive on behalf of the police support group--no time to exercise myself (!!!!!), post some flyers for same, meet 3 others for lunch, then the shopping trip to do the buying for the children's gifts---500.00 to spend from our group.....we are doing middle-schoolers.

    Beth......Yes, it was delicious, but I still better get 4 more meals from it!!!!

    Alison........Chances are, it is the meds, but there's also the possibility that he may have had a TIA or stroke. Are they considering that, esp if reducing the meds doesn't change his level of consciousness &/or confusion.

    Got to dress and run
    yanniejannie
    mid-Atlantic, very cloudy, brrrrr: 38 degrees




  • terri_mom
    terri_mom Posts: 748 Member
    Does anyone have any good recipes to start getting some eggs into DS a few mornings a week. I told him about my conversation with his personal trainer, and he claims he only likes eggs from Taco Bell or Speedway. Yuck, expensive, and lots of fat.

    Thanks!

    Terri in Milwaukee
  • DianaLovesCoffee
    DianaLovesCoffee Posts: 398 Member
    terri_mom wrote: »
    Does anyone have any good recipes to start getting some eggs into DS a few mornings a week.

    Give him a fruit smoothie with 2 raw egg whites. 1/2 cup frozen berries, 1/2 banana, 2 raw egg whites (or vanilla protein powder if you are squeamish), couple ice cubes, and blend. We use a magic bullet.
  • rjadams
    rjadams Posts: 4,029 Member
    Good morning ladies.
    I am very glad it is Friday.

    Michelle - Bodi may like Arizona but the dry air would kill me. My asthma only exist in dry climes. (I am weird) LOL

    Joyce - What makes Bodi's story more heart breaking is that he isn't elderly. He turned 5 in June just after his incedent. He was just playing and turned wrong. He was paralyzed for about 2 months. He is still young and full of energy but his back legs just don't want to cooperate.

    It is supposed to be really cold but no rain so my plan is to mow the lawn one last time for the year. We are also attacking the garage some more. Little baby steps. I signed up for a stained glass class and if I enjoy it DH has agreed to turn our "office" into a full on crafting/art studio with tile floors and built in cabinets and counters. My therapist keeps telling to get back to creating.

    I hope you all are well,

    Robin, Bodi and Ritter
  • nccarolb
    nccarolb Posts: 858 Member
    Terri - I don't have any surefire suggestions (my kids liked eggs about any way), but have you tried "egg muffins"? They're eggs and bacon/sausage (potentially vegetables) mixed up and cooked in muffin tins. Easy to grab and go. I've seen some good looking recipes but failed to bookmark them so on the hunt again.

    Michele - I surely hope all goes well for your grandfurbaby! I haven't noticed the price of butter (I don't bake anymore) but the price of milk in a regular grocery store staggered me. I've been taking my daughter grocery shopping since she's not driving, and trying to do some of my shopping at the same time. Yikes! Food Lion price for a gallon of milk was a full dollar higher than at Aldi!

    DeeDee - I love the golf cart! It's adorable and the names are as cute as can be. Are those your bales of hay in the background?

    Tere - Good to see you!

    Alison - Hang in there!

    Lesley - I'm glad things are still going well for you!

    Ladies, I have a grand announcement! I lost 2.4 lbs this week!! I have not recorded a loss in over six months, so I am ecstatic. Now, only 11 more to go before I get back to where I was 6-8 months ago...

    So, my son announced earlier this week that he would not be coming home for Thanksgiving. This is not the end of the world for me since we've not actually celebrated Thanksgiving for the past 6 years or so (the ex has had them until dinner time on Thanksgiving and they're not interested in food when they get home to me). Part of me is actually delighted. He has made plans to have Thanksgiving with my parents! I'm sure my mother is thrilled. He assured me that I could come, too, if I wanted to. LOL I need to decide what I'm going to do and let them know. I do know that I will not be traveling Wednesday night so I would go up on Thursday morning and come back Friday night or Saturday morning. I really want to see them, but I also really hate to give up my time of rest. I also don't want my mother to try to prepare a big meal--her RA is too bad for her to be on her feet that much--and I don't have time to cook and then take it with me.

    Newcomers - Welcome! I'm enjoying getting to know you.

    I had folks come back for a second look at my house this week. They're worried about the age of the roof and the HVAC unit so we'll see. That's another reason I don't really want to spend time away from home over Thanksgiving; I need to pack!

    Well, off to get the rest of the work done for the week so that I can go home. Hopefully, the sun will come out for my walk this afternoon!

    Carol in NC