WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2014
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Hi all,
Sunny here and in the 50's.......will be short-lived, I'm afraid. I'm making food today for the police event.........doing several bags of ranch pretzels and a huge container of the macaroni salad. Trip to Sam's yesterday for gigantic cases of hot dogs and hamburgers, condiments, and buns.....which barely fit in the fridge at the barn. Tomorrow will be at the barn early to clean up a bit and decorate.....have a car full of various items. Saturday I will do set up and registration at the 5K and help there until about 12n then go up to the police event until about 4pm. To make matters more chaotic, the head of our police group has been hospitalized so more for everyone else to do....the very few who actually do the "work". I've noticed that lots of members are willing to just show up and stand around at these events. I will never ever ever do two of these things on the same day again!!!!!!!!
Sylvia...........Sounds like your DH is very attuned to your stressors and advises you well; glad you found your "NO."
Beth ........Still keeping an eye on TWC and hoping you all get some relief from falling snow and get dug out..
Heather........Wow! That sword is both gorgeous and lethal looking! I suspect DS will be very pleased. Love both Lewis and Morse--now I'll be reminded of you walking around the scenes when they are on! Glad you are having such a good time. Let us know all the details about the posh meal!
Katla........We share the tissue issue with laundry........I am sooooooo sick of picking those little bitty teeny tiny specks of white off of everything, I've gotten absolutely paranoid about checking pockets!!!
Carol.........I wish you a very happy birthday!!!! Hope you can come down on the side of the positives and find your joy in your day.
I'm a soup person too..........just about any kind, any season!!!
Hi to everyone I missed!
Stay strong!
yanniejannie
mid-Atlantic
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Good day.
Hubby`s b/day so took him to breakfast before work,we`ll celebrate over the weekend.
catching up today.
hugs
jane0 -
On insurance.... I realized that I was paying for my DH when he is already on Medicare. Dropped him so my deductible was lowered from $6,000 to $3,500 and my monthly pmts in half. Big savings there...
On tissue in wash... I think we have all been there! LOL!
Alison, I don't even tell my DH when I need medical procedures. I just get it done and let him B***h after the fact. Easier to apologize than to ask permission. My DH also has a quick explosive temper. It can be nerve racking!.
I am still in a 'funk' today. Forced myself to go to the gym and do the strength machines. Didn't change my mood any. I am proud of myself for logging every day so far this month!
Rita from CT0 -
alright ladies~
how much more stress can I be under
,I have been running all day, went to get my haircut, check on my DFIL,picked the dog up from the groomers,came home and made the jacka** oh I mean DH his dinner, got the laundry done and folded, and when he got home I told him I was going to the Hospice meeting tonight and he threw a fit,said no your not,thats it we are finished, I told him really over 4 hrs of volunteer hours?he said if I have time for that,I have time to get another job,you dont understand how hard I am working to make ends meet and they dont,I called him a bully and told him I never said a word when he goes to Watkins Glen,he went hunting at thanksgiving time for years and years and I never said a word, but all of a sudden I cant do what I want..
told him he was my boss or keeper.. and he go do what you want !! but things are gonna change...
how does he expect me to get another job when my week is different every other week, the weeks I dont work the weekend ,i work mon. 10:30-5,tues 9:30-6,weds-10:30-6,friday 9:30-5,weeks when I work a saterday are mon.12:30-5,tues. 9:30-5,weds.1-6,friday 9:30-5 saterday 7:30-12...,
they only other job I could get would be something overnight or early early morning and where do I find that?
I really am not in the mood to go anywhere with this man anytime in the near future...
I will attend the classes and if he really is going to get in an uproar over it,then I will turn alot more responsibilites over to him.
He is being a martyr and not eating his food is in the microwave all heated up.. oh well...
even though he doesnt lay a hand on me my soul is bruised and beaten...0 -
Prayers ! ! !0
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Wow! You ladies have been productive on this board. I've been busy the past few days and bam!!! Over 100 posts. lol
Prayers to all those dealing with bad weather and personal trials. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
A pat on the back for those meeting fitness and nutrition goals! Way to go!!! For those having a hard time.....NEVER GIVE UP!
Welcome to all newbies. I'm a few weeks into this as well. You will find this board very active. lol
Went to the foot doctor the other day. I'm still having issues. We are trying something different for a few weeks to see if that helps. It's frustrating because I want to begin walking on a daily basis. I'll just have to be patient because if I do it now, I'll just be in more pain by trying.......patience, patience, patience.
My calories and carbs are doing good, giving myself permission to not be 100% perfect all the time. My weight must be going down because my pants are starting to become loose. Yay!!! I go back to the Doctor in a about 4 weeks to get my A1C tested and I'll be weighed then. I'm looking forward to it.
I'll part with one final note: With all the bad weather most of us have experienced recently just remember......we are one more day closer to spring!!!
TTL,
Laura
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no bike riding today, I feel like a looser driving the car. I will make up for it on turkey day. riding to the gym, doing a 2hr spin class, riding home, then riding to work (10-12 hilly miles) then riding back home.0
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Alison - (((((HUGS))))))
Well we went out for our meal and the food was posh, but the place not so much.
I enjoyed it and they brought us a complementary glass of champagne each for our anniversary, but the surroundings were not super smart. I had a crab and raw tuna salad, but I fancied DH'S scallops and belly pork more. Then we both had rib eye steak, bearnaise and triple cooked chips (fries). Then we finished by sharing a cheese board with nice preserves and a tawny port. Had a Rioja Crianza with the steak. All excellent, but I was a bit chilly and the place was a bit "laminate".
We did spend some time saying how lucky we felt, both to have each other and be so happy after ten years married and to be in a position to be able to treat ourselves to a night away like this. (*) We do realise how lucky we are.
Time to relax now, get ready for bed and have a good night's sleep, I hope. We are going to wander about a bit more in the morning, have an early lunch in DH'S old pub and leave so as to get back home before the Friday rush hour on the motorway. Then I have got to wash my preferred clothes before I go off to Brighton with my old school friends on Sunday. Oh my! ! ! !
Heather, in superbly beautiful Oxford, UK
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"Lesley, when you order things, how far do they have to come? I know that I live a long way from the metropolitan area and things take longer to get to me."
Jeannette Jenkins' DVDs coming from US. It is shipped to mainland Australia, then Tasmania and then goes to shop in Yolla with card in our box to pick up, about 2 weeks. HRM says it should be delivered today, left warehouse on 19th
Friday here and done Wii boxing, about to do hatha yoga, then walk after lunch
Food = 1683 and exercise = 731.
Scales stayed same this morning
Raining a little so cleaning house, washed clothes in lounge room to dry0 -
Just wanted to tell you all that Viv's (wizzywig) husband passed away. She is in shock as she thought they had a bit more time.
She has really appreciated all your good wishes, but is not feeling able to post at the moment as it would have been his birthday soon and Christmas coming up feels too much.
I'm sure our thoughts are with her.
Heather UK0 -
Good day beautiful ladies. My DDIL is home and resting, I just keep telling her and myself it could of been alot worse. Not sure what the plan is for the young man that attacked her. DH is feeling alot better and eating again, so glad about that.
Allison--So sorry DH was so un understanding. If I had the money I would send it to you. You are important. Check and see if you are having this done at the hospital they should have grants to help pay for this. I know we do here. Please take care of you!!! Please Please take care of you. Maybe if he has to do more for himself he will realize how good he had it and lucky he is to have you.
Michele--So sorry to hear about Lance. Hugs to all of you at this time of saddness.
Sylvia--Good for you at saying no! We all need to practice that sometime. Hope DH is feeling better. My DH is still feeling tough. Doctor told him it could take a couple weeks to get rid of the cough.
Joyce--I like the idea of decorating the tree with grand daughters. Memories!
Cynthia--glad your guy is getting his computer back up and running. I would say he was very lucky to get it back so quick.
Carol--Happy Birthday.
Terri--can I give you my list and have you do my shopping??
Heather--Sounds like your trip is going so well. So happy for you both. You looke so nice in your LBD.
Prayers to those of you with all the snow. Becareful and stay warm. We are to have 50 degees over the weekend. Thinking about getting my hair cut after work, but see how DH is feeling. He was feeling tough at lunch. This flu bug takes along time to get over.
Bessings, Vicki GI NE0 -
Kim: It has been raining here, too. We’ve had a great deal more dry weather than is usual for us, but our water numbers seem to be okay for now. We all want plentiful mountain snows in the Cascades and Canadian Rockies. That is where our main water comes from. I’ll send good thoughts for precipitation in the mountains of California and everywhere else that is parched. :flowerforyou:
Joyce: We usually put up our outdoor lights on Thanksgiving weekend. We also decorate the interior except for the tree. We use live or fresh cut trees, and don’t want to have them inside too long. Belief in God is sacred, but holiday traditions are for living people and have to be adjustable to circumstances. I think decorating the tree at Grandma’s house as part of Thanksgiving weekend celebrations is a wonderful idea. :flowerforyou:
Cynthia: Is it time for your mom to relocate near one of her kids or to a retirement community where she’d have more companionship? My mom did NOT want to move to the assisted living place near us, but she was so much happier when she did. She had meals with lively, funny people who appreciated her, and was close enough that I could visit daily. The kids and other relatives came by more often, too. I think her last months were happier that the previous several years. :flowerforyou:
Alison: Hugs. :flowerforyou:
Carol: Happy upcoming birthday! I’ve been wondering about the townhouse. I hope you’re happy there. If you get it on Dec. 18, it is like an extra special early Christmas present/late birthday present. My life went through a great deal of change during my fifties, and almost felt like it was churning at times. It was a stressful decade for me and for many of my friends. DH’s health deteriorated, I had a horrid commute that got worse year by year as traffic worsened, and was exhausted much of the time. My kids moved to remote places. I’ve made some adjustments and I’m doing better now than I did back then even though the stresses keep on turning up. I hope you’ll find some stability in your new home and enjoy your new life. :flowerforyou:
Robin: Sending good thoughts your way. :flowerforyou:
Kim: I hope you’re able to replace your scale quickly. :flowerforyou:
Heather: Happy Anniversary! Your picture is beautiful. Thank you for the update on Viv. 
I’ll keep her in my prayers. This is so hard. :flowerforyou:
Beth near Buffalo: I agree with you about insurance. We pay dearly for our health insurance policies and come out ahead every year. DH is NOT a cheap date, from a medical pov. The insurance has paid for itself by tax time every year. I hope you’re able to stay safe and warm in the snow. :flowerforyou:
Yanniejannie: I’m sorry you’re an itty bitty tissue picker, too. At least neither of us is alone in our misery. :noway: :bigsmile:
Alison: Emotional abuse is abuse. I’m glad you’re looking out for yourself. WTG! Sending positive thoughts your way. :flowerforyou:
I bought new boots yesterday and took them back today. They just weren’t right, too big in the calves. I found some to exchange them for, but there was a flaw in manufacturing, so they’re ordering me a new pair that will be delivered to my house free of charge in about a week.
Have a good day.
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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Terri in Milwaukee – you can do my shopping for me!!! Great job
Heather – your anniversary sounds divine!!! WOW look at you in your LBD – you are a hot mama; thanks for passing on the info on Viv’s DH
Beth - I heard on the news that they were offering free tickets to Buffalo Bills fans who would shovel snow…. You take care; don’t over do! Stay in and safe.
Alison – I am bursting with pride for you standing up for yourself and telling him the truth he is a bully! And don’t go places with him if you don’t want to! The heck with FL – take your ½ of the money and come to CA you can visit with me.
Viv – my thoughts are with you and yours – No words
November Goals:
Walk every day
Log all bites everyday
Kim from N. California
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no bike riding today, I feel like a looser driving the car. I will make up for it on turkey day. riding to the gym, doing a 2hr spin class, riding home, then riding to work (10-12 hilly miles) then riding back home.
what a dork. it will be a 2 hr spin class on turkey day, but no work on that day.. it's THE DAY AFTER, Friday, when I will ride to work and back... oh well, at least I caught myself now.lololol0 -
Allison, good for you to finally letting your self be heard. Sometimes a person can just take to much and you can't hold it in anymore. The two hospitals in our area will work with you as par as a payment plan. My Mom needed help and they just asked her what she could pay a month and and she said $25. So that's what she paid. But she paid that every month until it was gone. I don't know if there are any medical schools in your area but the residents here, which are under constant supervision of an MD, see patients at a much reduced care. Same for dental school.
Heather that LBD is stunning but I think anything would be if you are wearing it.
Cynthia, I take it that since you son has his computer back that they caught the guy??
I just got a text from one of Charlie's Karaoke buddies. He is asking why Charlie is looking so down in the dumps. Karaoke is his life and they are singing at a senior retirement community. These people really enjoy not only the attention but the kind of music Charlie likes to sing, the oldies. This guy said that Charlie seems sad.
Joyce, Indiana0 -
My heart is broken for Viv.....it puts all the other bumps in the road in perspective. I sent her a personal message. Let me know if you want info on how to send her a personal message.
Barbie from NW Washington where the weather is perfect today and there is a great deal to write in my gratitude journal 0 -
Can someone tell me how to bookmark?
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Heather ... you look marvelous!
So very saddened to hear of Viv's loss ... truly makes the events we complain about inconsequential ...
It only stopped snowing about an hour ago. DH and I gave up on the driveway ... it was blizzard-like and pointless to try and clear it. Schools cancelled again for tomorrow! Four days in a row ... unheard of here! I've lived around the Great Lakes for 30 years ... this was quite the storm! We got over 7 feet these past 3 days. Then we lost power through the worst of it today ... insult to injury! Tomorrow will need to clear driveway as 50° weather with rain coming for weekend. This also means we have to clear the roof somewhat as it's going to get extremely heavy ... there's about 4-5 feet up there. Lots of roof collapses occurring already! Sure wish we could send all this moisture to the drought areas ...
Joyce ... is Charlie down in the dumps?
Kim ... the Bills would've paid $10 an hour too ... but no one could get there with the travel bans! Game is being held elsewhere I guess.
Will upload my epic snow photos tomorrow ... lol!
Beth
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Can someone tell me how to bookmark?
At the top right of the whole page, right above the little search magnifying glass icon, is a yellow star. Click on the star and it will bookmark. It is even with the title women 50+ etc.
To find it later click on the gray star that is higher up on the right even with the title Message boards motivation and Support.
Yellow star to bookmark, gray star to find. Hope that helps.0 -
Did an hour of Jari Love's Get Ripped 1000 DVD. Tomorrow's plan is to take the deep water class.
Sylvia - Vince is a very logical person. But that's good because in all honesty, I'm an emotional person. There have been times when I've said to him "Vince, I know I'm being emotional, you need to bring me back down to earth". The logical thing is probably to ask about her first. But I won't do that. I'm the emotional one, I know how a mother feels. Yet, it's something, he gets very emotional thinking about putting down an animal. In that instance, I can be the logical one and rationalize "he's no longer in pain, I'm actually helping him"
My sinuses were acting up (I could feel the pressure from them on my teeth) so I took a Sudafed. Got about 3 hours or sleep, if that much. But the good news is that I did finish the plastic canvas coasters I was making so now all I have to do is the outlining which I can do at the Green Room;
Which reminds me, I'm supposed to volunteer there this morning.
katla - good luck with dd
Joyce - I think you're starting a wonderful tradition!
pipcd - I meant to mention to you, one of my biggest problems is that my heartrate comes down so very fast. I can be in the 160's and before I know it, I'm back in the 130's
Carol - happy early birthday and many more to come!
Robin - I really like the idea of exercising first thing in the a.m. I know that if I don't do it then, it won't get done
Terri - great buys!
Jess has been calling. Seems that Lance is doing better, he's eating more. I just hope this isn't the calm before the storm. Guess in this case I'm being a bit pessamistic (which isn't like me at all)
Rita - I'm proud of you, too
Alison - Sounds like you started standing up for yourself. I'm proud of you!
Laura - good luck at the MD. I like the way you are looking at that terrible weather. Just heard that they're going to move the venue for the football game.
Heather - you and your dh ARE very lucky, indeed
Lesley - can you play the US DVD's over there or do you have to get special ones?
Heather - thanks for posting about Viv's husband. The next time you're in communication with her, please extend my deepest sympathies to her.
Just came back from Newcomer bowling.
Michele in NC0 -
A bit blah tonight, nothing specific, just blah. I think it's because I'm dreading Saturday. DH managed to get our phone working; forgot to tell you--the tree guys (the ones who did such a great job) cut the phone line. Can't really blame them; it's in a stupid place and I didn't realize that grinding stumps meant going after the roots too or I could have told them where not to use the machine.
Heather..........Thank you for giving us the news about Viv's husband; he went shockingly fast. My heart is breaking for her. When you get down to it, we are all such fragile beings and life can change totally in an instant.
Your meal sounds deliciously indulgent and you are beautiful in your LBD! Sorry the decor wasn't quite what it should have been.
Laura.........Congrats on the loose pants! Love your outlook about spring being one day closer.........believe me, I think every day down is a plus when it comes to getting to spring.
Vicki.......Glad to hear both family members are recovering; how awful for your DDIL.
Beth........Weather junkie here, really looking forward to your pictures!
G'nite all,
yanniejannie
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Hi, 50+ and joining group for inspiration. It's so much harder to lose after living half a century.0
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pipcd - I meant to mention to you, one of my biggest problems is that my heartrate comes down so very fast. I can be in the 160's and before I know it, I'm back in the 130'sy
That is great when your heart rate goes down really fast, mine does too. That is not a problem, that is what u wanna strive for, your body and heart recovers fast! Good job!
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"Lesley - can you play the US DVD's over there or do you have to get special ones?"
-Jeannettes' play on bot my DVDs but Jillian's only in bedroom elcheapo
Both Jeannette's DVDs and HRM arrived today. I did her Circuit A - tris, booty and abs today.
HRM I have to programme. Did it and lost info
Lesley in Tasmania0 -
Having a hard time keeping up with you ladies. I have written a few posts and then when I am ready to post they disappear, so frustrating.
It's been crazy at work but that's to be expected. I am making sure that I am doing some self care by scheduling a massage every couple weeks, keeping appointments with my weight loss nurse, etc.
Last night was fun. Challenged my DS to a Wii Fit time. We laughed so hard as did our spectators. Nothing like watching someone use their imaginary hula hoop.
Spent almost an hour calming a girl down today, too bad people don't think how much their words can affect someone.
Joyce- Such a joy to decorate the tree with grandchildren. We talk about the history and meaning of the ornaments as they go on. Christmas music plays and we always have cocoa with a candy cane to stir it. Mine will never be a designer tree but it fills my heart with delight and love. Happy decorating.
Beth- I watch on the news and think of you in that terrible weather. Keep Warm. The artisan bread sounds fantastic.
grandmallie - So sorry for your stress. I have some of the same issues with my DH. Do what is right for you. I can really identify with your last statement "even though he doesn't lay a hand on me, my soul is bruised and beaten"
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sharon in Lethbridge, Alberta where the snow is almost gone.0 -
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morning ladies~
i went to bed at 4:30 yesterday ,got up after Tom left .. went into turn on modem for computer and I woke up around 7:30 last night and wrote him a 6 page letter,it was crumpled over to the side,which means he didn't read it..
Barbie~ I would love to send a message to Viv, my heart just breaks for her...
Kim~I have not access to the money,except for my joint debit card ,so if I dont go to Florida,he wont go to Florida..
I sure hope he comes to his senses...I am not even in the mood for thanksgiving..
I have gone above and beyond for Toms family,he doesnt really care to spend time with mine.. very judgemental about my father and son,I understand there quirks,but they are still family..
with Tom it is all about money... I understand we are in a tight spot right now,but do not take it out on me....he treats the dogs better than he treats me...
I have the weekend off which will be interesting,because I have to be in the house with him...0 -
Heather~ you look stunning.....0
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Awake since 3:30............long day ahead.
Heather...........Magnificent view; Very evocative of what I imagine to be the ambience of the location........thanks for giving us a peep!
Stay strong ladies!
yanniejannie0
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