WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY2015
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JanetMc - Thanks and you're right, no one sees the scale but me BUT they do see the clothes getting bigger
I appreciate the encouragement, rode the bike again today and will again tomorrow, its gotta drop someday, HA!0 -
Gotta dash for early morning tea for DH , but wanted to come in before I forgot stuff.
Vicki - ((((HUGS))))
Kayakkutie - love your park! I used to have that rugosa rose in a previous garden. I think it was Frau Dagmar Hartop. :laugh:
Janetr - great going on the clothes! It feels so weird, doesn't it, to be suddenly growing under everything. Quite a shock!
JanetM - WTG on the zumba! You are a better woman than I. :flowerforyou:
DJ - I could just stroll along that beach by the water's edge!
In a sunhat, sunglasses, and lots of sun cream. My favourite thing is the sound of the waves. We used to live by the sea and I much preferred it out of season. It was meant to be a summer home, but I liked it best in March. Yours doesn't look too crowded. Great umbrellas!
Tea is calling! LOOOOOOVE my morning cuppas. Two huge mugs! :laugh:
Heather UK
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Tina — Thanks for the picture of the blooming dog roses by the lake. I could smell them from 6000 kilometers away! :flowerforyou:
Michele — I really liked that line: "And remember that the scale only reflects the gravitational pull of your body. It doesn't measure your heart."
Ha-ha Pip! My first thought was "Well if you don't like the place, why go there?" Then I realized you were responding to DJ, not swearing.we will be here for 8 nights damnit
The pic of your legs reminded me of an "awesome" discovery I made a while ago. I was walking along a street and caught sight of a woman and thought "She's got nice legs". Then I realized I was looking at my own reflection in a shop window. Geez! I have nice legs! The thing is, I usually see them from above, and from that perspective they look immense. It was a rare treat see them from a distance and from the side. Not to imply that your legs are immense, Pip! We all know you've got great thighs – much nicer-looking than the thighs on that beanpole who finished in first place. What I didn't realize before is how gorgeously tanned they are.
As I was having breakfast this morning, watching the birds in the feeder, something hit the window and a shadow dropped to the porch. I went out and found a stunned siskin (little green bird, frequent visitor at our feeder https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurasian_siskin).
This happens from time to time. It's the downside of having a birdfeeder outside the picture window. Whenever I hear something hit the glass I go out to see what happened. Occasionally I find the bird dead, but usually it's just stunned, like this morning's siskin. Most of them recover and fly off within a few minutes. Until they do, I feel it is my obligation to sit at a respectful distance and guard against cats and magpies and other threats.
Watching a stunned bird recover is heart-wrenching but fascinating. At first it just sits there breathing hard, feathers in disarray, claws curled up and useless, eyes closed. Then at some point it suddenly becomes a bird again. That's a magical moment! The eyes open and I see a glint of awareness in them. The bird shakes itself a few times, fluffs out all its feathers and lays them flat again. Raises its head and looks around, taking stock. Poops. Then off it goes, wings whirring.
Today I have to figure out some way of protecting my strawberry patch. The darn hare has been for a visit.
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morning ladies~
I am home, got home around 9:30 last night... when I have time will try and go back and see where I left off early thursday morning..
I sorta had a good time up at the lake...I never did make it to the beach because of the traffic..
as I said when is did a quick stop in my DSIL came up thursday night and was in bed the whole time I was there. nasty sinus infection, so it was my DB and Faith(Jean's mom) I did get out on the boat with Sean a couple of times and he showed me how to drive it, that was fun, and sitting at a little bonfire in the firepit friday night was nice..but Sean doesnt know how to handle dementia and just constantly argues with Faith.. so that was alot of yelling which I dont need ,thought I was getting away from that..
and Hubby has his undies in a bunch about something and he wont tell me what it is..
having a cup of tea and off to see my DFIL.. and then I am sure it is back to work here at the house, I wanted to beat the traffic today0 -
Morning all (good night and good afternoon..nearly...to Leslie, Heather, Penny, the rest of our folks across the pond....
Survived my first 5k in a couple decades or more, picture below. I look like something the cat dragged backward through a knothole, but had fun. The drink I'm holding is a fruit tea chiller--the local coffee shop makes 'em, a couple tablespoons of no-sugar-added strawberry puree, strong cold tea and ice blends up to into a slush that has 50 calories. Tastes amazing...
They didn't have any categories at the run for the old, fat and slow, so I didn't win anything except the great satisfaction of never dropping to a walk, and getting to pass a few people.
Unfortunately, that means my bootie is on a number of Facebook pics where they are apparently amazed that old, fat, slow people can actually keep running for more than three miles. 
This is one of the few of my face - the lady next to me has lost 130 pounds or so - has a blog (Hard Does Not Equal Impossible) that has some great info on it, recipe ideas. She's a sweetheart.
Thanks for all the great pics (loved the wedding pic!) and love seeing the landscape... like traveling in an armchair. It's been a busy weekend for us, with DH working Friday, me running Saturday... today we're going to drive a couple of hours to Alpine, Texas, look at some rental properties that are up for sale. More to scope out the market than anything--but a property that will pay double its own mortgage (they all have long-term rentals) and that we could move into when DH retires in 20 years would make a lot of sense. Could pay off a 30-year fixed in no time with double payments. And the rental market there is always tight, has been for the last five years, with no sign of slowing down.
Although I have not kept my writing schedule where I wanted it, I have made progress on the attic window quilt (the center panel is shown in the pic). All I have to do now is the big panel work that will go around it, probably in blacks and reds. Also working on thread crochet, since I picked up lots of it at the yard sales - the snowflake will be dipped in a mix of white glue and water (1 to 3 ratio), which will dry clear. Took a couple hours last night, not too tough, and a nice break from cotton dishcloths. I've got lots of colors to play with, and can vary each snowflake... making 'em for sale at the November craft show. The quilt is a wedding present for my best friend's youngest, getting married in late August.
Time to get some writing done, then run and shower and head for Alpine in the afternoon... Have a lovely and peaceful Sunday!
Lisa in West Texas
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I had 150 crocheted snowflakes from my Mimi (DGM); last year I gave 75 of them to my 'soon-to-be' DDnL so that she could put the on 'their' trees; going to give my DOS the other 75. I have so many 'other' ornaments that I have not used these in several years. I made the mistake of washing them one year - starched only; and it took me 2 years before I was able to do them with the glue and water mix. Either way, it is a messy job. I also added some iridescent glitter on them, too.
The absolute 'best' wedding present I got was a 'home-made' quilt from an older neighbor who apologized for it. I told "Miss Minnie" that I loved it and that it was the best gift I had or would get,
One year, my Mother made all our Christmas gifts - there again, the best gifts in the world. I gave her a wall hanging from a macramé hammock that her Daddy had knotted together while running a ship's store during the war. I now have it hanging in my den. It hangs on a solid brass bar. He was 6'4" and it was done in two pieces. I've also got a big macramé Christmas tree that Mother made that is at least 6' tall and has big brass bells handing from the dowel rods that runs through it. I love things that are made for presents rather than getting something from a store.0 -
grandmallie wrote: »morning ladies~
I am home, got home around 9:30 last night... when I have time will try and go back and see where I left off early thursday morning..
I sorta had a good time up at the lake...I never did make it to the beach because of the traffic..
as I said when is did a quick stop in my DSIL came up thursday night and was in bed the whole time I was there. nasty sinus infection, so it was my DB and Faith(Jean's mom) I did get out on the boat with Sean a couple of times and he showed me how to drive it, that was fun, and sitting at a little bonfire in the firepit friday night was nice..but Sean doesnt know how to handle dementia and just constantly argues with Faith.. so that was alot of yelling which I dont need ,thought I was getting away from that..
and Hubby has his undies in a bunch about something and he wont tell me what it is..
having a cup of tea and off to see my DFIL.. and then I am sure it is back to work here at the house, I wanted to beat the traffic today
Boy, I feel for you with the sinus infection ... I've had one since Friday AM. So hard to breathe - have blown my brains out through my ears. I thought the antibiotic that I had been given for another reason would have knocked this out, too. WRONG! I've just about gone through an entire box of tissues. Did not sleep well either, using C-pap wasn't much help but, it helped me breathe once I got my nose unstopped. Has given me a massive headache. From the blowing, sniffles, and generally feeling bad. Ears and throat hurt as well.0 -
Lisa - you look so fabulously happy! I'm presuming that was a "Colour Run" not just coloured sweat! :laugh:
Amazing quilt! How did you learn to do that?
Yesterday DH brought back 4lbs of fresh apricots with the Saturday newspaper so we will be making jam today. I've got the lemons I need.
Making Chinese tonight - Chicken and mushrooms. Should be enough to have some another day.
Got to pick blackcurrants and sweet peas. Poor us! And water. It got very dark this morning, but didn't rain.
My DS#1 is having trouble co-ordinating his visit here with his father. He said in a text it was 'challenging'. :noway: So I'm still not sure when or if he is arriving. :sad: I have yoga and W I on Tuesday and my friend is arriving on Wednesday for the night, so it's all a bit complicated, but I'm sure it'll work out. :ohwell: Don't want to miss the WI as it's a Tea Dance with a lesson.
Love to all. Heather in cloudy Hampshire UK 0 -
@margaretturk - bet the flamingos with the arm bans were neat looking.0
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Lisa, gorgeous quilt and I love crochet ornaments!
Lenora- I use a CPAP too. I find if my sniffles are from allergies, I am better with the CPAP but if it is a cold there is no change. It is tough to unplug the nose enough so that I am not feeling like I am suffocating, though. I use nasal decongestant spray to break everything open. Works better than an oral med and doesn't affect sleep like many oral decongestants do. Wishing you feel better soon!0 -
Good morning ladies
Cooled right down here, showers this morning. the smoke is not as thick either this morning. So I will head out for a walk this morning.
Heard from cousin last night, Her and her family are under a mandatory evacuation from La Ronge, Saskatchewan. They are safe and have come south to stay with friends.
Was going through my closet AGAIN yesterday. One of these days I will get this finished. So many clothes that are just about fitting and some that I really don't like any more......
The push is on to tone and lose some pounds and inches!!
Have a great day everyone
Lillian in Smoky West Central Saskatchewan0 -
Pip~ nice Digs!!! hope your having fun....
I have laundry in the dryer, went to see DFIL and he was happy to see me...
Hubby not so much... he is a complainer and I think just likes being on his own.. wasn't thrilled that I was home, is sort of ignoring me, and bi---ing that I dont clean..
I guess everything is normal.. he is out washing the cars, I will go out and dry and then clean my bedroom, think I will just move back in there.. as he just has nothing nice to say.. so it has just been an uneventful Holiday weekend for me. except for the fact that I got to spend a little bit of time with my wonderful cousins.. that made my weekend..
Hurumph~ At least they love me
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@JanetMMcC Cheri - There ya go! And I agree that humor is major. On the other question, could he pay more attention to you at the door if the mail wasn't right there, its there-ness demanding his attention? YAAAAY for not using stress as an excuse to eat. Awwww. Cute, cute wedding pic.
Funny you should mention the "mail" issue. I asked him about it and we discussed solutions. Mind you this whole conversation was held with an impish grin on his part...
Me: What if I hold the mail until a little later...
Him: No because then I would have it on my mind until then (grinning).
Me: What if I hold any potential "needs immediate attention in your mind" mail till later...
Him: No because then I would have it on my mind that you had mail awaiting attention....(grinning).
Me: So.....
Him: Look I know I just have to work on this (grinning and giggling). I don't even like that you open the mail. I like that feeling. (He is referring to the actual process of using his finger to open the envelope here whereas I use the letter opener and stack the mail for him ready to just take out what's inside.) How about for now I work on this with your gentle reminders.
Me: (At this point giggling with him, it's infectious) Thank you for recognizing that it is an issue for me.
So we will see. This may seem like a small issue to many but I need to pick and choose those small areas of our life where we know he can refocus on that which are more important. A hug/kiss how was your day when he walks in the door is infinitely more important than the pile of mail on the counter.
Thanks for the support and suggestions. Hopefully others will be helped by my journey through an Aspie marriage.
Cheri
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janetr7476 wrote: »I have the same goals. Nursing a torn tendon so the water is my only option and I love the pool. I need to find more protein and less carb ideas. Any suggestions for protein lunch on the go?
I have discovered P3 snacks. They come in a small grab and go package, they have cheese, cubes of turkey, chicken or ham and nuts, peanuts, cashews or almonds. The have around 150 cal. and 15 g. protein, I think. I don't have one to check right now. Also canned chicken if you make it up the night before to a chicken salad. I eat a lot of the Starkist Tuna Creations that come in the little envelopes loaded with protein with from 80-110 cal. depending on the flavor you pick. I put them on top of a little greenery with some yogurt dressing and enjoy it.
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Thanks for the P3 suggestion. I have not seen them but I did look it up.0
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Good morning.......bed at 12:30am and up since shortly after 4am; I'll tell you, those nights of good sleep are few and far between. I do like the quiet of the early morning alone though. Swept kitchen floor, did some other chores, read newspaper, when light enough did deadheading and cleaned and refilled the hummer feeders. Saw DD briefly before she went back to bed, says still feeling off. Not working today, her jobs are winding down as we get ready for vacation before she leaves for college. No longer working for my friend's stable as the breakup of her marriage has caused many boarders to pull their horses. DH c/o sinus symptoms.
Tina.....Those roses are gorgeous! Enjoyed your link; didn't realize that Baltimore's harbor was only 15min. from DC; I've been there (DC) many times and never knew. Great goals!
Michele.......Purple peppers? Let us know how you use them and how they taste, please.
JanetMc.........I'd say you more than worked off the "bad" stuff with that zumba. WTG!
Penny......Your siskin sounds like it might be a relative of our goldfinch (which are now decimating my brown-eyed Susans.
Lisa........WTG on finishing your 5K!!!! That strawberry smoothie sounds delicious.
Heather.........So sorry that plans of DS#1 are in upheaval; I know how much you were looking forward to seeing him........fingers crossed here that it all works out.
Poop.......Amazing pics........loved them, esp the sunrise!!! Have a fun day!
Lillian.......Glad you aren't as "smokey"; YAY for the closet cleaning........another job I "should" work on......
Cheri...........Yes, that old "pick your battles" thing.......I know I am familiar with it and suspect many others on here are too for one reason or another.......sounds like you are doing very well with how you are negotiating DH's issues, so, kudos to you!
Enjoy your Sunday, everyone!
yanniejannie
mid-Atlantic
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Lisa exceptional quilt. Snowflake I love the blue edge around it.
Penny your story about the bird reminds me of a book I read Emotional Genius the author of the book talked about how when when she was younger people would bring her animals that were injured. Some would make it some would not. The ones that did would go through a similar process you described the siskin going through. In both cases the animals shook after the experience. I try to remind myself when I am upset to shake afterwards so it helps me let go of the trauma. If I don't shake it off that tension has to go somewhere, and I would rather it not be stored in me.
Oldest son is moving to an apartment today. Having him living with us the past eight months has been mixed. He is in his early thirties and it is not easy to come back to live with your parents. It is not easy for the parents either. I am glad he wants to be independent. MNMargaret 0 -
Heather - hope the DS visit works out well... and I taught myself to quilt. My grandmother was a seamstress, but my mother was utterly uninterested in it. Made the first baby quilt of octagons in M&M colors for my sister's oldest son. He still has it, and he's 30 now... This one will be the first queen-size quilt I've made--the biggest before was for a twin bed. I've got all the 12"x12" squares together for the pieced quilt below for our bed, it will be the next major project in line once I'm done with this attic window quilt. I had it pinned up to a cork board to decide whether to use black or white for the sashing... and they've been ready for a year!
And yeah, it was a color run. Even I don't sweat rainbows...
Maybe by next year, though! LOL...
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Gorgeous, LISA!
DS#1 is not coming after all. :sad: All because his father couldn't pull his finger out. %÷#× I just got a text. Soooooooo the sour cherry and almond tart will have to go in the freezer and we will have to eat all the buffalo mozzarella and avocados I bought for a "tricolore" salad. Woe is me!
He says he will come in August, but I will believe it when I see it. Why he couldn't come just to see me is a question, but it is a long way and an expense and my friend was coming mid week. :ohwell: He never mentioned visiting his brother, but small children are not his thing. I am sad, but it is less stress for me I suppose.
My apricot jam turned out fabulous. A few black specks where it caught a tiny bit, so it wouldn't win any prizes at the W I , but it is very, very tasty. I have made a few smaller jars to give as presents. I will post a photo later.
Going out to water the garden now while DH picks more blackcurrants. It's a job keeping up!
Love Heather UK
Taken a pic of my jam!
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Michele: Thanks for the birthday wishes for DS, DD, & me. One down, and two to go. :bigsmile:
JanetMMcC: Congrats on a great day. Under budget is under budget and worthy of celebration! :flowerforyou:
Janet R & Heather: Having my clothes “out grow” me were the best NSVs and so very motivating. Now my best NSV’s have to do with getting stronger and feeling good.
Penny: Can you build a wire cage with a top for your strawberries? The only birds we feed at the windows are hummingbirds. They are so cute and smart. They sometimes peek in all of our windows to see where we are. They’re here year round and really depend on us in the winter. There are plenty of flowers in the summer, but they stop by the feeders for a boost now and then. This is a male, the females are a little bit larger and don’t have the brightly colored head. I sure hope this works.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfws_pacificsw/14534381519
Alison: I’m happy you’re safely home. Hope your DH figures out that having his undies in a bunch is uncomfortable for him. :laugh:
Lisa in W TX: Congratulations on a successful run! I love the picture. :flowerforyou:
Pip: Beautiful photos! Thanks for sharing. Enjoy your vacation. :bigsmile:
Lilymay: I just looked up the wildfires in Saskatchewan. It sounds like things are very bad for many First Nation people. I will keep them all in my prayers.
Last night’s fireworks show was fabulous. We enjoyed watching from our deck. A neighbor joined us, and his DD and DGD were on the lawn with DGD’s friend. The traffic jam after the show was orderly and eventually everyone got away to head to their respective homes. Our little town throws a great Independence Day party. :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
July Goals:
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week. Work on flexibility and back strength.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least three glasses of water daily, preferably more!
5. Eliminate alcohol.
6. Monitor sleep. Try to average 7 or more hours of sleep nightly.
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Morning Ladies,
Michele, gosh I’m worn out from all your early baking. It takes my body an hour or more to lube up before I can do much first thing in the morning. Wish I was there to help sample that strawberry bread. Yum
Pip, I am jealous, yes I admit it. Eight nights in Vegas. What fun!!!! Have one for me.
Janetr, I’m not sure I’ll ever get back into a size 12. That is wonderful. When you get ready for something new, you might just have to try on 12s until you find one that is slimmer cut in the thighs and hips. You go girl.
Joyce, sounds like a great day. Glad you got to enjoy with the grands. It just don’t git no better than that!!!
Heather, I am the same way about the sound of the ocean. I just love it! When we used to come here on vacation, I always had the sliding glass door to the room slightly open at night so I could hear the sounds of the waves. The beach definitely got more crowded before we left, but it is south of town out of the bad crowds.
Penny, how fabulous to see the reflection and think, “what nice legs”. Way to go. I wonder why we are so hard on ourselves?
Lisa, wowzer, on that 5K. I can’t even imagine and am so impressed. Way to go. Looking at the picture, I’m wondering if you said it was a “mud run”?
Heather, where did your DH get the apricots? What yummy jam you will have. Hope the visitors schedules work out and you get to enjoy each of them.(later) Your jam looks great. Just bring a couple when you come to visit.
Lenora, get better soon.
Pip, tell Kirby he did good!!! I didn’t think any of the resorts there had balcony’s. I always heard it was so gamblers wouldn’t jump when they lost too big. I love to sit on a balcony with my morning coffee. You have great views. What floor are you on?
Lillian, you are lucky if you have smaller clothes that you can grow down to. I hadn’t really kept much in smaller sizes which means I’ve had to get practically all new clothes. At least when it comes to winter, I should be at a size I can wear for a while. I hope?
Allison, glad you had a nice visit with cousins. Sorry you had to go home to DH.
Yannie, I hate that you aren’t getting the needed sleep. I, too, like the early quiet time when I’m the only one awake. That rarely happens since I retired as DH normally gets up first.
NMMargaret, good thought on shaking it off after a trauma. I seem to recall that Taylor Swift had a similar idea.
to any Newbies that I missed. Come often and join in the chat. This thing works!! Please sign your post with what you want to be called. It makes it easier for us to respond to you. Also a location is great, be it specific or general. We are happy to have you join us.
It’s another beautiful day in Myrtle Beach.
DH has been working on the mailbox post, sanding and filling in cracks to get ready to paint it. The HOA expects them to be kept in good condition. This time he took the mailbox off, so I sanded and spray painted it this morning. I feel like I need to help a tiny bit. Unfortunately, DH doesn’t always use the best possible supplies for projects. (Mainly because he doesn’t know any better.) I don’t think it’s going to turn out as smooth as it could have, but it will be painted and sealed.
I hope you all have a glorious day. Give it your best shot.
Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
and
Opportunity. Each day offers new opportunities for good health and happiness if we just look for them and choose them.
I Love you,
DJ
Myrtle Beach, SC
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Janetr, taking in pants along the hips and thighs is usually pretty simple for a seamstress. Maybe there is one in your area that would be willing to do it. That way you could have pants that fit in the waist and hips and thighs. More slimming.0
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Hi everyone. I am a newbie here. Known for quite a long time I need a support group but could not find one in my area. Then today I was looking to see what this is all about. I am excited and nervous I don't know how good I will be to keep up. I started Feb 23 2015 new live it life changing experience with Kaiser Hospital weight management group. Then 16 weeks later I am on my own. I have found that I am not doing well with exercising. Lack of motivation lazy alone all 3. I appreciate any help or direction I can receive!0
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Welcome Marie! Join us on this open thread and you sure won't be alone anymore. There's so much experience among these ladies you'll probably find plenty of things to motivate you. I don't know if we can do anything about lazy... Maybe if you ask us to whup your butt whenever you're feeling lazy? Even if that doesn't work, two out of three ain't bad.
Jump right in and see how it goes!
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Good morning ladies! We had a great time at our new house yesterday! We walked into town twice. Once for lunch where we ate outside. Then we came in to watch the parade. After we walked to the park on Leech lake where we had free watermelon. Walker is a major tourist town with an old fashion Main Street filled with shops and restaurants. There was about 15,000 people in town for the parade and fire works not including the hundreds of boats lined up off shore. It has a carnival like atmosphere.
After the parade we went home and ripped out the carpet, bug bombed and did some out door work. Then we drove back into town for the fireworks. My DH's feet hurt from the earlier walks. They had a fish fry put on by The Legion which was supper. Good thing I exercised this morning and did all that walking. I think that this was by far the best fireworks display I have ever watched.
I love my new house and location. It feels like we are on vacation, but we live here!
Have a great day everyone!
Mary from Minnesota0 -
Hi Everyone. This is my first time posting July Resolutions. My birthday was on the 3rd and my gift to myself is to get healthy. Unfortunately I'm usually only successful for a short time and then don't stick with my program. That will change starting now.
July Resolutions
*Walk at least 12,000 steps a day
*Three training walk/runs per week (for Sept 1/2 marathon)
*Drink at least eight glasses of water a day
*Post food diary daily
*Plan weekly food plan on Sunday & STICK to plan
*Find friends who are willing to keep me accountable
Wish me luck. Happy July!
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Tina — Thanks for the picture of the blooming dog roses by the lake. I could smell them from 6000 kilometers away! :flowerforyou:
Michele — I really liked that line: "And remember that the scale only reflects the gravitational pull of your body. It doesn't measure your heart."
Ha-ha Pip! My first thought was "Well if you don't like the place, why go there?" Then I realized you were responding to DJ, not swearing.we will be here for 8 nights damnit
The pic of your legs reminded me of an "awesome" discovery I made a while ago. I was walking along a street and caught sight of a woman and thought "She's got nice legs". Then I realized I was looking at my own reflection in a shop window. Geez! I have nice legs! The thing is, I usually see them from above, and from that perspective they look immense. It was a rare treat see them from a distance and from the side. Not to imply that your legs are immense, Pip! We all know you've got great thighs – much nicer-looking than the thighs on that beanpole who finished in first place. What I didn't realize before is how gorgeously tanned they are.
As I was having breakfast this morning, watching the birds in the feeder, something hit the window and a shadow dropped to the porch. I went out and found a stunned siskin (little green bird, frequent visitor at our feeder https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurasian_siskin).
This happens from time to time. It's the downside of having a birdfeeder outside the picture window. Whenever I hear something hit the glass I go out to see what happened. Occasionally I find the bird dead, but usually it's just stunned, like this morning's siskin. Most of them recover and fly off within a few minutes. Until they do, I feel it is my obligation to sit at a respectful distance and guard against cats and magpies and other threats.
Watching a stunned bird recover is heart-wrenching but fascinating. At first it just sits there breathing hard, feathers in disarray, claws curled up and useless, eyes closed. Then at some point it suddenly becomes a bird again. That's a magical moment! The eyes open and I see a glint of awareness in them. The bird shakes itself a few times, fluffs out all its feathers and lays them flat again. Raises its head and looks around, taking stock. Poops. Then off it goes, wings whirring.
Today I have to figure out some way of protecting my strawberry patch. The darn hare has been for a visit.
/Penny at the Pole
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Good afternoon everyone.
Kathy - I also work full time and have a full schedule with kids activities as well. I don't run but I do walk sometimes but I find that boring. I have to find exercise fun or I won't stick with it. And it's hard to find time with everything else going on. What I've learned is that I have to carve out a little time first thing in the morning (even if that means getting up earlier than I want). I use our Wii and have a couple of different "games" I use. I could probably do the same with some DVD's as I've seen a few other people on this thread do.
Janet MMcC - Thanks for the tip on putting my tracker in a sealed bag. I'll have to try that.
Lisa - Congrats on running the 5K!
Allison - I think of you often and will keep you in my prayers. My hubby sometimes gets in his "moods" as well. I have found that I have to remember it's not about me but more about him feeling bad about himself. If I give him some space and don't react to his negative with my own negative, then things are much better. Lucky for me, his moods usually pass in a day or two.
Marie - Welcome. I'm a newbie as well.
Since I spent the day at the pool yesterday, need to get some things done around the house today. So, I'm off to organize some closets. Have a great day everyone!
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