WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2013

Yardtigress

It's raining here today, and that always makes me sleepy. One of our outdoor(feral) cats brought up 2 kittens to the porch today, they are very cute. Yesterday I tried eating bigger meals and less snack, but I like the smaller meals and small snacks.

I'm glad your church got most of their money back, I feel sorry for the parents, I hope they don't feel so embaressed that they leave the church.

Well got to get up and do something or fall asleep.

Tigress in GA

Amethyst125

Thanks Barbie I think this is great!! Looking forward to sharing my goals with you.

Barbara from Redondo Beach California

colograndma

:sad: Rats! Had a post all done, and was trying to add a picture in the message and was going back anf forth from Snap Fish and lost all the post....in between doing my REAL job... LOL serves me right.

Someone give this tech challenged grandma an idea how to put pictures in the post please :flowerforyou:

Will try my post again tomorrow.... Love and Hugs to all

Connie
In balmy 75 degrees Colorado

Amethyst125

Hi Elaine,
I am new too, I also am an RN. Looking forward to meeting everyone here and I think the support is great!!

Barbara Redondo Beach CA

edraper70

Hello again,

School ended yesterday...Time to rest up and get ready for next fall.

Except that I have company coming tomorrow night and more the next week so it's time to clean. The upstairs is about done but not down here. And we are in the middle of buying a new tv (Ours takes a half hour to "warm up." You'd think we were back in the 50s.) and a tv/entertainment center to hold it. Our wall unit does not have a big enough space for the newer tvs. But that means that ALL the stuff in the wall unit has to come out and go somewhere until the new one is in. And all the stuff won't fit in that one so it's time to toss or donate.

Today was the day for the dishwasher repairman to come too. EXCEPT, Monday we got a notice that our water would be off all day to update or repair the water lines. So we had to change that for the third time...And no dishwasher when the first group of company comes. No water isn't helping my cleaning get done either. I did fill the bathtub this morning so I have some to work with.

Later I have a meeting at church. Before that, I thought I would go to Macy's and try a bra fitting. I'm a little nervous about that, but so many friends here say it's worth doing so I will try it.

I've read about everything going on in your lives. Prayers for those with family and work troubles! And so happy for all of you who had a loss or NSV this week!!!

Eileen near San Diego

cyndilie

I just found this thread by accident, but am so glad I did. There are lots of youngsters that follow MFP, so I'm glad to be a part of this 50+ group, although I realize everyone is welcome, and thats great too. Started MFP May 1 and have been successful so far. Had a few plateaus, but worked through it. Still not sure how I feel about the "eat back your calories" issue, and for now I am not eating them back and it is working for me, but I had a specific goal in mind when I started. I wanted to be in the 150's for my vacation in Cabo San Lucas. Once that vacation is over, I likely will practice the "eat back your calories" theory and see what happens. Hopefully by then I'll be in maintenance and the changeover won't stall my progress. The good news is that I feel great, better than I've felt in years and I'm working out, which I have never done in my life!! I'm 8.5 pounds away from my first goal weight, but anticipate that once I reach it, I will lower the number.

Goal for June (only one for now):
Don't gain any weight back on vacation!!!!!

Cyndi from Hockley, Texas (50 miles NW of Houston)

skuehn48

WooHoo! Insurance is finally going to pay for MRI and only two weeks after they said they would but I have had a horrible two days yelling and arguing with people at the Health Plan and the managing group. Yesterday I even threatened with a lawyer and report to the SD insurance commission. I will still be filing that report to the commission and I did talk to a lawyer but the Health Plan called me today and said that their medical director over rode their process and I am getting the MRI this afternoon. It will be such a relief to finally have an accurate diagnosis and be able to move forward. My PT was afraid to do too much because he did not want to make the injury worse and we really did not know what we were working with.

Congrats to all those have successes! Healing angels to those who need them. I am so glad summer is here and now that I am getting this shoulder injury taken care of I can look forward to the DGD visit in July and having fun with her. Everyone take care, Sue in SD

jmkmomm

Brooke one day we were shopping at Walmart for groceries. I have a handicap placard and my husband tends to use it more to put the car in a bigger space than he does for my comfort. So We parked right at the grocery end and finished. I needed to get more steps in and it was a gorgeous day so I took the full cart, did a fast to moderate walk and went to the other exit, then outside and all the way to the OTHER end where we were parked. My husband was just shaking his head like I was crazy but I needed to do it! Also if he store is empty enough I will go down one aisle and then the next whether I need to or not just to get some more steps in. Now as far as parking next to the store. If it's hot or humid I appreciate being there for my MS.

Got a call from MIL nursing home today, rather a message on answering machine. It said they have readjusted the Medicare on her account and she needs to spend some more money to get it down to the Medicaid allowed amount. Last week they told us she was at $675, now she is at $1745. What gives???? We have bought and bought and bought. So today is our usual day to go over there and we will talk to her about what she needs.

I like there are more RNs here now. I really do miss my fellowship with my fellow RNS. I miss knowing what is going on in the medical world right now. I guess I just miss nursing:sad:

I increased the pounds on my rowing today. it was hard but I was able to do it.

Joyce, determined in Indiana

Suzy_in_DE

Hi Ladies - just an update on Day 3 of my kickstart:
* Logged every morsel of food
* Attained a minimum of 14,000 steps on my fitbit
*Abstained from alcoholic beverages

I noticed we have a lot of gardeners in this group. Perhaps someone might be able to solve a mystery for me. I have two raised bed gardens (I think high enough to keep rabbits and ground hogs out). I never have tried growing Lima Beans, but something keeps eating all the fresh shoots. Nothing else in the garden gets bothered and I have sweet peas, lettuce and spinach growing. Any thoughts? Any suggestions to keeping pests out?

Thanks, love reading all the posts. I think I am going to have to follow the example others have said and keep a word document open so I can begin responding.

Hope everyone has a wonderful Thursday.
Suzy

Katla49

Lucy: I’m so glad to hear that the thief has been caught and most of the Church’s money returned. My heart goes out to the parents, who did the right thing. A relative of mine has lost two sons to drugs, one of them to a drug related death caused by driving under the influence, the other to the streets. This is a national tragedy.

Connie in CO: I am sorry you lost your post but totally impressed that you tried to include pictures. I don’t even try.:flowerforyou:

Cyndi from TX: Welcome. I’m amazed at how much weight you’ve lost is such a short time. Congratulations.:flowerforyou:

Sue in SD: Congratulations on your victory over the insurance company. I’m sorry you had to work so hard to get what should have been automatically there, but proud you stuck to it and won.:bigsmile: :flowerforyou:

Joyce: DH found an interesting article about MS research on BBC this morning. This is early stages research with a very small patient sample, but I thought you might like the link. (Below):flowerforyou:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-22753214


I went to yoga this morning. There were five 50+ women and a teenaged boy in today’s class. He didn’t seem to mind that he was the only male and only kid. I hope we see him again. DH had his PT appointment, and I got to watch what he has to do, and even tried some of the apparatus. He works hard! Even better, it seems to be helping.:bigsmile:

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

June goals:
1. Log every bite
2. Move more.

cyndilie

Katla, I actually started the weight loss journey in early April with Atkins, so that jump started my loss before I started MFP on May 1. I realized quickly that Atkins was not for me long term. I'm happy so far with the results, but I know the last 10 will be the hardest, especially on vacation. We'll see what happens. I know I am going to enjoy getting to know you and the other ladies on this thread.

Cyndi
Hockley, TX

grandmallie

well I did 13,000 steps today whoooo hoooo.
Joy- when we drive to florida we crate them together , flying we have 2 soft sided carrier's and they will each be in one.but since they have never A- flown anywhere B- been stuffed into a carrier , that and the smaller one is a barker,worried that he might let loose on the plane and get us kicked off and I don't want to muzzle him or drug either of them:frown:
didn't eat great today,but nor horrible either. have alot of calories left ,but will probably call it a day on food

lmlmrn

Wow ladies you sure are all busy! Again it is going to take me awhile to keep up LOL It really sounds like everyone is doing excellent and on track along with keeping us up with the latest and greatest news!

On my home front it was a beautiful day out so I took off for a walk and did another 7.06 miles avg speed 16.13 sec per mil...not too bad but my goal is to get an average pace of 15.30 per mile..got a few whopper hills though they tend to slow me down a bit.

Today food wise have done well but DH just suggested we go get a beer when he gets off work YIKES my weakness

blankcanvas

I think I've found just what I need! Other women in my age group (I'm going to be 55 in July) I have freakin menopausal issues plus Hashimoto's Thyroid. I'VE been so discouraged lately But I just started Hip Ho Abs..

My goals this month..
Stick to the HHA calendar of workouts...on day 4 now
Do at least 10, 000 steps a day (have my fit bit for tracking)
Log daily (sorely lacking there)

Ann from South Carolina

MWekony

I am new to this website, but have been exercising and eating healthier and cleaner since the end of march. I haven't lost any weight. Has anyone else age 50ish experienced this. I'm working with a trainer now, too. Any suggestions? My doctor doesn't want me to take fat burner or detox pills

janemartin02

Hope everyone is doing ok.Had a bad night with binging.
Today I went to visit a senior lady from our knitting group.Had a nice visit and came home with 2 projects.Also got my walk in.
HUGS
jane

lmlmrn

oopsy DH has to work late so no going out....yeah?

NowIsMyTime2013

Hi. I just joined MFP today. I am very happy that I stumbled upon this group. (I need all you wonderful people to keep me motivated and honest 'cuz when it comes to weight loss . . . well, you know . . .) I have a FitBit which I haven't used in over a year, so I got it charged up and connected to this site. I have been logging my food for today. (Who knew 2 little bitty Casey's cake donuts could hold so many calories . . . darn it! I wished I had set this all up before I ate those things!)

Anyway, I am going to be 61 in July and have decided it probably is time for me to settle down and accomplish some things while I still can! (Hear me laughing at myself here!) So, after a bit of thought, here are my June goals.

1. to lose 5 pounds by the end of the month
2. to walk at least 5000 steps per day
3. to finish reconstructing my craft/sewing closet
4. to throw away/recylce/donate/mark for a garage sale at least 10 things per day

Now I had better get off here and get moving! I'm already 6 days behind!

UJ in Missouri

kevrit

Just checking in for today. So far this month I have been meeting my goals! Tough but I can do it! Here is a story for you. I ordered a new battery for my laptop before Easter, at the same time I was ordering items for my grandchildren. Well the battery ended up being delivered to my son in Rhode Island, rather than to me here in Tennessee. Well, he tried to send the battery back to me, but it was returned to him with a message stating my address did not exist! This happened to my mother when trying to send me a b-day card this year as well. Now, my son sent the battery back to me again but this time texted me the tracking number. It was supposed to be delivered Tuesday. So on Wednesday when it didn't arrive again, I checked the tracking number and found that it had made it all the way to Knoxville, TN (about 100 miles East of me) then got shipped back to Massachusetts!. I contacted UPS who admitted the mistake, checked the address and verified it was correct. Now UPS is saying they are shipping it to me and should get here by 6/10/13. I think my son spent more on shipping the battery than what I paid for it!

I skimmed through most of the posts since my last post. I want to reply to everyone, but there is just no way! Too many people! But I enjoy reading what people post and being with people in my own age group.

phoo513

Good Afternoon, Ladies- Just checking in. I have had a pretty good day, although the jar of mixed nuts does seem to be calling my name more loudly than usual. I think I am going to bag & tag them and throw them in the freezer. I did get to the pool both last evening and again this morning, so I am feeling pretty good about that. I have been thinking about what I would like to do at some poimt that I would consider a treat for eating well and losing weight. I have never been to a water park. I have always been too big, too embarrassed and too afraid. So, when I hit the 160 lb mark (I have no idea why that number was just typed) I am going to go to a water park. I may have to rent somebodies' grandkids so that I have an "excuse" to go at my age, but I want to do that. Too silly?

Meg- I am so sorry that the nursing home staff is giving you grief. I have no suggestions, just lots of empathy and kind thoughts for you.

LucyT- I am very glad someone was arrested for the theft and that the money has been returned. My family has dealt w/ drugs/alcohol and all of their negative effects, so I do understand a bit of what the parents have been going through. They have my deepest respect.

Well, take care, everyone. I will check back in tomorrow morning.

jmkmomm

Katla, just read that article, sounds interesting and promising. A little bit about my MS. Since I have only one lesion and it has been like that since diagnosed in 1997 my neurologist is beginning to wonder if it is MS. I have had two exacerbations since my diagnosis, the first one was 2 years after and then two years ago I had optic neuritis. But my lumbar puncture and other tests all show it is MS, just one lesion.

meyllisa

Good Evening Ladies, such a busy group we have here, hard to believe anyone here has a weight problem with all the activity!!
Well I was doing so good all week uping my steps on my pedometer and really getting into it, then today
happened, went to do groceries and errands,only to realize while I was out that my pedometer was missing
So sadly drove home, wondering just where it could be, got home DH met me at the door with a little black box
We had to bury my pedometer seems I dropped it in the driveway when I left and drove over it with the truck.
Tommorow my first stop will be to replace it,sure hope the next one makes it!

Thoughts and prayers to all who need them and congrats to all who are doing so well

Juanita in sudbury

cooky56ny

Bump pg 16
I feel so bad, haven't had time for reading the posts on MFP and I am not even gonna try to read the last 15 pages. I so miss chatting with you girls. Lots of changes in my life all of which are robbers of my time. Please know I think about you all and maybe if things ever settle down I'll be back a little more often, but for now I'll try to manage to log my foods.
Peace ~N~ hugs
Carol in WNY

exermom

Ann from SC, PatLemire (great goals), ElaineRN (we're like jello, there's always room for more), Barbara in CA, Cyndi (have a wonderful vacation), MWekony (keep doing what you're doing, it'll happen), UJ in MO (I'm still amazed at the things I learn here) and anyone else I may have missed - welcome

sheril (good for you walking!) - welcome back

Mary in TN - I do believe your dh. Hope and pray things work out for you

Vicki - my heart goes out to you. I (and I'm sure lots of others on here) know how very hard it is. Good that you're getting a new roof, siding, window frames and gutters and that the insurance co. is paying for it

brooke - I always look forward to your quotes. Thanks for posting them. I don't routinely park further away from the store to get extra steps in. See, a few years ago I had to pay something like $2,000 to get all the dings and scratches out of my car. I know they're from shopping carts, car doors, etc. So now I park far away so that I hopefully won't get as many as before.

jmkmomm - I like when stores sell small containers of ice cream, really small containers of just about anything that I don't want in the house. They're great for a small treat. But then you don't have to constantly look at them. Even IF they do cost more. Great walking

Did 1-1/4 hr Jillian Michael's Killer Buns and Thighs DVD today. I don't know, I'm not into doing plyometrics (prefer low impact), so did I get the workout that I was supposed to get? I don't feel like I worked up a big sweat. Tomorrow I'm planning to do some HIIT.

Alice - whenever I go to OG, I get the chicken spiendini (hope I spelled that right). It's on the lunch menu, but I found out that they'll make it at dinnertime, too. I like your acronym for a BLT (bites, licks and tastes)

katla - it's so good to know that I can come here when I get in a "down" mood about ds and post. I know that it bothers Vince and he really doesn't want to talk too much about it, at least not yet. On the other hand, I'm one of those people who has to talk. On another topic -- Denise called yesterday. Seems her electricity has been turned off. I'm not exactly sure why she called us. Vince did mention to her yesterday that "didn't you go down to Wildwood for the Memorial Day weekend? You probably burned a lot in gas, that money could have been put towards your electricity bill. Sometimes we have to make choices, going to the shore or paying our bills." Seems right now she's living with Pete's uncle and aunt, I sure hope she has the cat with her (but I somehow doubt it, since they have a dog, she probably couldn't bring the dog <which she's never really told us about> or the cat). Now I remembered that his mother's second husband threw Pete out of the house when we were living in PA. I'm sure that's why she cosigned for the apt -- just to get him out of the house. How can a mother put her second husband above her child? Who was there first, the second husband or the child? I do hope the med works for your dh

Joy - fantastic inches lost!!! You rock girl. Interesting about the dogs and flying.

Vicki - I know this isn't a comfort to you, but when we had to put our cat, Sadie, down, I could swear that he looked at me (I was feeling so bad right about then) as if to say "it's ok, don't be sad, thank you for taking me out of my misery"

Heather - woohoo on the walking. Doesn't it make you feel great knowing that you can do it and how far you've come

DeeDee - yes, we've been having real crazy weather. Makes putting down the river rock quite challenging, that's for sure. I can't wait until that's done. Even just now Vince commented "very strange weather, I just drove thru a heavy storm, sunshine, cloudy weather". It's so weird. We're under a flash flood watch!

Since we can't work on the river rock today, Vince is going to build the "screen" for sifting the dirt out of the river rock. He needs my help getting the lumber, etc. out of the car. I said to him "why don't we do it now that it's not raining".

grandmalle - have a great lunch with dh

Kathy - hoping you get that call.

Going to pay rummykub (they call it rumy-o, doesn't matter, same game). Really don't have any desire to go to the restaurant that the Newcomers is going to for lunch today, so I'll skip that. Good thing that I had these shrimp tarts in the freezer to take with me. They really are good to have in the freezer when you need them to take somewhere.

katla - love the name boomerangs. Just love it. People who live in NC and moved from FL are referred to as "halfbacks". You know, retirees who moved to FL, got tired of all the hurricans but didn't want to deal with snow, etc. so they moved "halfway back".

Lucy in DE - good for you getting your mammo. Mine will be due in a few months, I think in august or maybe it's July. I don't think I ever had a flat tummy! I used to get the shirataki noodles at Harris Teeter, I can get them at Lowe's Foods, but I know you don't have those stores up there. Maybe Genuardi's? they're usually with the tofu. Just read the update. Good for those parents! That may sound harsh, but too many parents (I feel) want to be "friends" and not parents. Thank G** most of the money will be returned. The parents sound like upstanding people, it wouldn't surprise me if they added something on their own.

Sue in SD - glad to hear you're gettinhg that MRI

jane - I think we all have nights with binging. The key is not to let it happen all the time. I know that lately I've been depressed about ds and haven't been eating as healthily as I should and I'm sure that's why I feel so sluggish at times. It'll get better. Good for you getting your walk in! I just entered everything in my diary and I'm over by 100 plus calories. But I was falling into the trap of not logging everything. This time I logged everything -- even the not-so-good things. I feel better now that I've logged it, even if I am over.

kevrit - maybe you should consider moving

phoo - I don't think your wanting to go to a water park is silly at all, not one bit. But you're right, you may have to rent/borrow someone's grandkids....lol

Juanita - RIP the pedometer.

Michele in NC

suebdew

Got my steps in and exercised before the DGKs woke up. After that it was game on and been going ever since. Saw my dr this moring and he was very pleased as all my blood work was perfect as well as my blood pressure. He did say that the key to a long and healthy life is to move. He said some people think sitting in a chair knitting is exercise but you actually have to move your body.
Lucy - I had a hysterectomy when I was 36 and was put on Preminan. (sp) Stayed on it for over 30 years and decided to wean myself off. I think it had a beneficial affect on my bones and so far no bad results.
Sorry no time to write responses due to being so tired I can barely keep my eyes open. Wanted to fulfill my goal of posting so this is it for tonight
Sue in TX

AlicesNirvanaHealthWellness

well, nice day,,,walked in the morning (it was drizzling) for about an hour, and then again in the sunny afternoon for a little over a half hour,,,back to work tomorrow, a meeting/prep for teaching summer. (I teach 6th grade ESL students) Summer school is only 17 days,,,so there will still be a little of summer left afterwards. Had a nice grilled chicken (marinated sort of asian style),,,so a good day all in all,,,got to spend some time with my two teenage daughters too,,,

bb55shawn,,,,good job with the new pedometer,,,keep walking

joan from ontario,,,it is so nice walking with the dog,,,and woohoo on the summer capris fitting again,,

liz from idaho,,,hope the evening cools down a bit for you,,we have still had cooler spring like weather here

running cats...i love ending the night reading the posts as well...the alcohol usually always puts me over my days allotment,,,i have really been laying off (not that I drink that much) but I just still rather eat more of my calories lol

jmkmomm,,,,hope you found your bed remote,,,a good night sleep is number one priority for me

joy,,,nice job with the inches gone,,,it makes it easier to keep staying healthy,,,and i think your dogs have traveled more than me

heather,,,nice walk,,,i really enjoy my walks,,i either bring my ipod, or wait til when my girlfriend can call and we chat for the whole hour,,i have a wire to talk hands free

ann from S.C....good goals,,,daily logging has really helped me stay on track

tammy in va beach,,,i hope you fair well with the storm,,,stay safe

grandmallie,,,nice job at the gym, and how nice to have a walking trail around where you worked

lorrain in maine,,,i just treated myself to new gym shoes for walking last month,,and today i went to the store and got 12 lb hand weights to replace my 8 lb weights,,,i can't do the gym thing either so we have made the adjustments we need here at home

drkatiebug,,,thanks for the infor on noosa honey yogurt,,,will have to give that one a try

patlemire...welcome back,,,good goals for the month

tere,,,i love it when i get my walk done in the morning,,,just starts the day off nice

brooke...hope that plateau breaks soon...it is so frustrating,,,i was stuck a few weeks ago for about a week and a half,,,thought i was going to pull my hair out,,,i know that wasn't too long of a period of time, but it seemed like it at the time,,,finally broke through and staying on track,,,good luck

kathy in illinois...yes i must agree, some of the topics are a bit wacky,,,and people sometime complain or argue,,i really don't understand,,,i too, feel lucky to have found this thread

lpop50,,,hope you managed to stay away from too many cookies,,,and nice goals for the month

katla in nw oregon...good goals,,,log it all BLT (bites, licks and tastes)

heather in hot hampshire uk...i too just got some new shoes from a running shoe store,,,i am so glad that i did,,,but they are really nice and great for stablility

lucy in de,,,i still certainly hope they find out what happened at church,,,it is a sad state of affairs,,,good job on the circuit routine,,,

joy,,hope you enjoy the weekend

elaineRN100..welcome,,,i'm fairly new too but enjoying every minute

lucy i am so glad to read your next post,,,i'm so glad this worked out for your church,,,it must have been so terrible for his parents

connie,,,i'm not too techie either,,,i can't even get the smiley faces crying or blinking,,,dont know where those come from

barbara from CA..welcome to you as well

eileen near san diego...hope you have time to enjoy some of summer,,,i'm thinking about that bra fitting as well,,,but might wait just a little longer

cyndi from texas,,,i too am glad to have found this group,,,i try not to eat back my exercise calories, unless i have had a day where i really did a lot,,and just am really hungry,,,i figure otherwise it helps me lose a bit more weight

sue in sd,,,hope the mri goes well,,sorry you had to go through so much to get it taken care of

joyce,,,sorry about the problems with the nursing home,,,good job on the rowing today,,,hard work there will pay off

suzy in de,,,i have been off the "hooch" (alcohol) for awhile,,,would rather eat my calories than drink them

jane,,,glad you were able to meet with knitting group and get a walk in as well,,

UJ in missouri...welcome,,i'm fairly new as well, but really am enjoying it ,,,great goals

kevrit,,,good job meeting your goals,,,

phooe513...fun getting to the pool,,,great job,,,nice treat going to a water park,,,i don't think it is too silly,,it is important to do new and fun things,,

juanita,,,you made me laugh when you spoke of the weight problem with all the activity,,,go figure,,,bummer about the pedometer

carol in wny,, i agree it is tough to keep up with all of this,,but tonight a free night and i am enjoying every minute

michele in nc,,,a friend told me about the "lunch portions" at OG too,,,i didn't realize that,,,will have to go that way next time,,,(hopefully not too soon)

hope every one stays safe and healthy,,,
alice in illinois (nosoda0)

jmkmomm

We went to JC Pennys tonight after we saw MIL. She wants a pink purse to go along with her pretty pink dress I got from Blairs and the heels. her 83rd b''day is coming up soon and she wants to look special. So here in southern Indiana she will be wearing her fur coat we bought her, well she bought, dress with jacket, hose, pearls, and heels. All of these came from Blair. She is wh/ch bound, wears diapers and I'm not sure what she wants to do all fancied up but if it makes her feel special then all power to her. So we needed to get a pink purse and knee hi hose. Since we need to spend down $1000 we picked Pennys for both. There was a $90 purse but it just did not work with a lady who is going to be sitting in a wheel chair and have no where to put her purse. So I ended up paying $20 for a small clutch that will just fit by her side. But I did pay $8 for the knee his instead of going to Walmart and buying some cheap Leggs. She loves her jewelry and we found a ring that would have taken all the money the business office wanted us to spend down but that kind of ring is just to much of a liability in a nursing home. MIL is paronoid schizophrenic and I know what that would do to her. So the pretty ring went back in the display case. she has been at the nursing home for about 10 years and is real picky about room mates. She is on Medicaid so she doesn't really have a lot of room to be picky. But I guess God is with her because they gave her a private room last year! But then they told us that they needed to redo the wing and moved everyone out for '3 months'. That was 4 months ago and they haven't even started on it. But they have let her have a semi private room by herself, it's jsut that we can't use the rest of the room. So we are trying to make her as comfortable as we can and grant all her wishes. Even though she has many mental issues that are pretty well controlled by meds, she is my MIL and the only parent I have left now. She has four children and her daughter doesn't even acknowledge her existence right now. I hope she will see her on her birthday since I think MIL is expecting something wonderful.

Well sorry for loading all of this on you all tonight. It's just that since she is my only parent left it is very dear to my heart. Nursing homes don't always keep good track of records and I think that is why they all of a sudden needed us to spend $1000 today. Families don't always treat their parents the way they should. Some day my DIL will be old and her kids may treat her the same way and she may be crying for loneliness for her only daughter. Maybe I am missing my own nursing career also

On a funny note, when we went to Pennys I told DH that I wanted him to park out in the boonies of the parking lot. So he said sure but went about 1/2 way in and started to park. I told him I wanted him to park way out! So we went out there and walked!!!! It was nice weather and why not. So I got my 'over 6000 steps' in.

Joyce, sad for my MIL in Indiana

megblair1

Hi gang. It’s already after 10 so this will have to be short. I got over 6000 steps today but didn’t get any real “exercise” today. I did count my grocery shopping since it takes about 2 hours. Beautiful weather here today, in the 70s. We played a card game called 3-13 for game night. I can’t remember if I told you all this or not, but the xray got changed to a portable one and they were sending it to the orthopedic doctor. He just needs to see if it’s healing or not; he’s not a surgical candidate, so the doc may not even need to see him. DH was there today and found dad sitting up in a wheelchair with one eye open (his usual response!) and able to talk, although he mumbled a great deal and DH couldn’t understand much of it. They cut his pain meds in half which is what I think the problem was.

I did feel better after my “anger walk”. Thank you all for your support, emails, and kindness. I don’t lose it too often but when I do, it’ a doozy!

I read all the posts, but don’t have time to respond to all. For those of you who are happy….here’s a big WOO HOO!!!! It seems like some of us are frustrated or struggling….(((hugs))) to you. We can get through all of this! Take care, you all mean the world to me! , meg from beautiful Omaha.

, PS I saw my first rose-breasted grosbeak today on our feeder. He was beautiful!!!

lizmil79

Hello Ladies,

Made it thru the night with few bugs if any. Today was a park day so lots of fresh air.

@Sunshine I love that to let the flies out. :happy:

@Dee did get some sleep after it cooled down.

@Meg I hope with everything you were able to walk a bit of the stress away.

I have manage to be staying under goal but for sure not the healthiest. I do think its stress on the 13th we leave for our family reunion in.Illinois. It is going to be fun. But some reason I am nursing a lot of old wounds by wanting to eat and eat self destruct all of my hard work.

barbiecat

:flowerforyou: I love the sharing on this thread…..there are so many different approaches to this weight loss/fitness/health journey that we are all on and by sharing ideas each of us is able to find what works best for her….for some daily weighing is a tool for others it is a curse---for some abstaining from certain foods is the key to success for others only moderation will work---for some having a weight loss goal is motivating and for others such a goal is intimidating and a recipe for failure and despair…..some succeed by eating the same foods all the time and others require variety….I always eat back my exercise calories and others never do……the formulas are endless….keep sharing, I need to hear from all of you.

:flowerforyou: I am fortunate that I wear jeans all the time and I have a pedometer that goes in my pocket, cutting down the possibilities of losing it which is a good thing because it was expensive.

:flowerforyou: today was another super day starting with dog walking....morning line dance class.....more dog walking.....lunch prepared by Jake......led the line dance practice with the performance group.....more dog walking.....short nap:bigsmile:

Barbie from sunny NW Washington

June Resolutions
*dig out the rest of the back yard flower bed that’s full of rocks and terrible dirt
*be agreeable---say “OK”
*strength training once a week
*act the way I want to feel

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