WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR SEPTEMBER 2015
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morning ladies,
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Did 10 minutes of a ab DVD, held my plank for 2 min 45 seconds, then take the extremepump class. the plan for tomorrow is to do a spinning downloadable workout that I have.
Mia - absolutely gorgeous
snavemom - welcome. I tell ya, I don't look like I did when I was 20 or 30, or even 40. For some unknown reason, a while ago suddely it seemed like I got an extra amount of belly fat. I really haven't gained weight. But I hate when I put on pants and my stomach sticks over. Used to be that I'd have a belly but if I stood up straight, it practically went away. Not now. Weird, huh?
Vince just told me that his back is still hurting him so he won't be going to bowling. I'll call the gal when I get home from the extremepump class. I have a feeling we won't be going to ceramics tonight. But in a way that's ok because I need to put the second coat of paint on this area around the word "welcome" and last week it took me 1-1/2hr to do. I usually need to leave ceramics around 6:45 to get to mahjongg, but I can stay until 8:30 on Wednesday so maybe it's for the best if we wind up not going.
janetr - whenever I have some sort of surgery (the last time was when I had a wisdom tooth pulled ) I need to have some dinners that Vince can easily make for me
Joyce in IN - it's good that you and Michelle got the same phones. If either of you has a question, you can ask the other. So glad Charlie enjoyed his chili. Sounds like you are doing a positively wonderful job taking care of him. Bet he looks like a different man now that he shaved.
Glo - do the sobakawa pillows stay cool?
Sunny - gorgeous pic. thanks for posting
lizmil - so happy for your hubby
Welcome everyone new!
Irish Terri - loved the tables and the cake. So glad you were able to get someone else to make the cake. The figures are really neat. You would have thought Heather had done it! Congrats on the loss
Michele in NC0 -
Mia, beautiful glassware...it will be beautiful in other colors, too. 0 -
Joyce, I have a Galaxy S5 phone and I love it. It seemed like more than I needed but once I got to checking it out and finding some interesting apps, I love it and use it for so many things. I understand now why the kids are always looking at their phones. Take it one day at a time and enjoy.
I am headed out now to walk Brandy with my phone in my pocket and blue tooth headphones. I'll be listening to an audio book and mapping the walk I take on an app that contributes to an animal rescue place for the miles I walk.
Barbie 0 -
Moon was glorious last night. Rosie thanks for the picture.
Irish Terri loved the reception. The Vicious episode where the lead male characters got married was on last night. They discussed afterwards the joy it is for these couples who have been together forever who never thought it would be possible to marry in their lifetime. Wonderful.
DB, darling brother in this case, is going into surgery just about now.
Pip your shoulder looks great. Healing thoughts for a quick recovery.
Those of you facing surgery ask about the risk of blood clots. My aunt who was eighty eight. They think that is what happened. They think it was a blood clot from her surgery because it happened so fast with no warning.
She had wrist surgery on Thursday. She was also diabetic for twenty five years. It also might have been a combination of all three surgery, age, and diabetes. If it was a blood clot from the surgery I don't know if much could have been done to prevent this.
I just went on line to look at risks of blood clots with surgery. I know Pip and Sylvia have had recent surgery and some of us have had hip/knee replacement. It sounds serious enough from the article I read that it is worth discussing in a post op visit. The highest risk period is up to 4 weeks after surgery. In the article it said the increased risk can last up to a year.
When I did further research. They said pain can be one sign of a clot. My aunt was in extreme pain from her surgery. Looking back you can say this was the warning. What made it hard to diagnose was she had never had surgery before so was it just pain from the surgery. The pain for her was at a ten. The lesson is if you have surgery and you have that intensity of pain is not to ignore it and rule out a clot.
On the subject of bed wetting. My youngest had problems because he had problems with his sinuses. Once that cleared up the bed wetting ceased. He was about seven when it cleared up. His sleep was such he couldn't wake to use the bathroom. There may be a physical cause to the problem. MNMargaret
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Hugs to all.
Gloria, my middle son was a bed wetter until the DAY we arrived in Iowa after escaping from his abusive father. He NEVER wet the bed again! It was amazing. Hopefully your grandson has a similar reaction to the safety with you.
I had a hard time for a few days figuring out the DS, DH, DBIL too! The D refers to either Dear or Dam* depending on behaviors. The H is husband, D is daughter, S son, BIL is brother in law, etc.
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DFIL is fed. he was a hoot this morning...
very foggy around here today, and the rest of the week will be rainy which we need desperately..
have a slight tummy ache so having some lemon ginger tea..
working at 10:30 today.. thursday through sunday will be very busy.. as I have to go up and take care of Jean's mom ,Jean and Sean are going up north to close up both homes, in N.H. so will go up and do pills ,insulin and breakfast.. then go back at dinner time and do her dinner and evening pills and visit a bit,make sure she is settled for the night.
more work but get paid 20.00 a day to do it, will set that money away0 -
Good morning ladies! I fell back asleep and just woke up! I didn't expect to do that.
MNMargaret -praying for your gi DB hoping his surgery goes well.
Irish Terri - Beautiful pictures! I love the cake
I better get up and do some work. Have a great day everyone!
Mary from Minnesota0 -
Good morning! I'm am jealous of all of you who got to see the moon last night. We have been in the clouds and rain here for four or five days now.
I don't have a lot to say. I had a quiet weekend, mostly at home. Didn't do anything to speak of except do a little shopping on Friday afternoon to get some appropriate clothing in case I get an interview for a job. I was pleased with my finds, but it's interesting that the items I bought ranged from a Misses size 14 to a Women's size 16W. I really don't pay much attention to the sizes anymore, just as long as the stuff fits!
Prayers and hugs for everyone!
Carol in rainy NC
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Sylvia: I loved the cockatoo video. If I said so before, I'm saying it again. Thanks!!!!
Margaret: Your plate is overflowing with worries at this time. I'll keep you & your DB in my prayers. I hope you are able to find the right choir director who is able to make the singing fun and full of joy as it should be. :flowerforyou:
Kim: I hope your "date" with the Apple Genius is productive. Not all Apple Geniuses are equally skilled but I've generally had great luck with them.
Michele: Driving with one eye depends on the eye test at the DMV. I've known several people who were able to pass the vision test despite being blind in one eye. :flowerforyou:
Mia: The green glass is beautiful!
Snavemom: Welcome to a great group. :flowerforyou:
Joyce in SD: I love the Winston Churchill quote. Thanks for sharing. :flowerforyou:
JanetrOKC: You seem to be ready for the hospital. We'll all be waiting to hear from you after the procedure, so don't forget to let us know how you're doing! :flowerforyou:
Joyce:
Liz in Idaho: It appears that things are looking up for you and your DH. Yay! :flowerforyou:
Cathy in NW WA: Welcome! DB=Dear Brother, DD=Dear Daughter, MIL=mother in law, FIL=father in law. The D in front is usually Dear, but can be darned, or... :bigsmile:
Batlady: Welcome! :flowerforyou:
Irish Terri: My vision is fine, though I do need glasses. DH has the issue and it was caused by a stroke. :ohwell:
Yoga today! Yay! I bought a sports bra for yoga after noticing others using them. Then I started wearing it for riding lessons. I'm here to say that my upper back feels better & DH confirms that my posture is also better. I think I'll get some more of these!
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
September 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,
Janetr, sometimes no matter what is going on in our life, we just want to eat and eat and then eat some more. The lucky thing is, this too shall pass. It sounds like you are well prepared for your surgery and I’m sure you will get through it with flying colors. You know we are all here rooting for you. Just so glad the menu won’t be all beanie weenies. Rofl
Joyce, so glad you and Charlie made it through dinner last night. Gosh Mexican food sounds dangerous with his condition, but I’m sure you know what you are doing. I do hope the doctors can get a handle on his BP. You are such a fantastic care giver!!! I just hope you give yourself credit where credit is due. (((Hugs))) Enjoy your new phone.
Gloria, how nice that you found a pillow that works great for you. To be honest, I can’t imagine a pillow that can’t be washed, with the way I used to sweat at night. Although my pillows never had an odor, they sure looked awful before washing. Sorry if TMI. Funny that I don’t’ sweat all night since I lost weight. *Just another NSV*
Liz, you are so right that logging our food helps us, no matter what we eat. Just to see it and see the calorie content is an education. Congrats on your DH (Dear or whatever Husband) for his new job. I know from experience how hard that is on our men. You are also right about staying away from processed foods and eating fresh foods. I have come to love my fresh veggies and when I can’t get them, frozen is the next best. Good Luck.
Cathy in Wash, it’s really hard to mess up with us, unless someone gets negative. As you can tell, we like to keep it positive but honest. The D can stand for dear, darn or any number of things. DH= D Husband, DD= Daughter, DS=Son, DDIL=Daughter in Law, etc. Sometimes I don’t even know what people are talking about but we can always ask. We are glad you have joined us.
Beverly, welcome! Congrats on your loss so far. That is fantastic. How long did it take you to lose that? Good for you on traveling and I’m sure you notice the difference in what you can do and how you can get around. Keep up the good work.
Sharon, so sorry you have to go back “to that place”. At least you had a wonderful time while away. I want to know how you do the needed “tune up” for DH when he starts bitching about everything. If it works, you might need to bottle and sell it. Not that any other DHs would need it.
Heather, I have to agree with wanting comfort when I go someplace. Staying with someone in their home is rarely comfortable. I just hate that my friend imposes on people when she travels and wondered if my thinking was off. There are always a few exceptions to anything. I have two friends that are like family and they would be welcome to stay as long as they wanted. The thing is, I don’t do anything different when they are here, but enjoy their company. I can go on with my routine without interruption. Thanks all for your input.
Irish Terri, Congrats on another loss. You sure must be doing something right.
Michele, I can’t remember if you told us, what is causing Vince’s back to hurt? Sure hope it gets better soon.
MNMargaret, that is so interesting about your youngest wetting the bed because of sinus problems. Who would ever think of such a thing?
Allison, you never cease to amaze me. You are such a caring, giving person. I’m so glad DFIL is doing well and he is so lucky to have you in his life.
Carol, I’m with you on not caring as much about the size as how it looks and feels. Glad you were able to find things you like.
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.
I don’t know why but I wasn’t able to open any of the pictures that were posted. I might reboot computer later and try again as ya never know. I have a board meeting this afternoon and hope to get my nails done before it starts. Looking at the clock, I’d better get a move on.
Sending the best thoughts to all of you and I hope all of you have a healthy and happy day.
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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I saw this on Facebook. I don't know if you did or not but I thought I would share it. Scott Arhardt took a picture every 10 minutes from his roof top in Dallas.
Mary from Minnesota0 -
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Vicki - So glad your friend is going to a grief class. I was surprised my dad would go, but it made a huge difference to his ability to move forward after Mom died.
Terri - Congratulations to your friends, and I hope you get to help them celebrate a wedding some day! The cake is so cute! Visiting Ireland is on my bucket list. I'm not sure it will ever happen, but I keep hoping.
Pip - It's great that you have so much good news to report! The pin on your sling is adorable.
Mia - Your work is gorgeous! I love the green glass.
Liz - Congratulations to your husband (and to you!) on his new job! That is a big, big deal, especially after a long unemployment.
It was cloudy all day yesterday, but we lucked out and the clouds cleared off just in time for my husband and me to sit out on the lawn and watch the supermoon eclipse last night. So beautiful!0 -
Good afternoon!
Margaret - thinking of your DB.
Thanks for all the delightful pics of glass, moons, weddings etc. How beautiful! And that Facebook moon is amazing! Thanks Mary! I'm ashamed to say I missed it, because, although I woke up to go to the bathroom it was to the side of the house with no windows and I couldn't be bothered to go outside at 3 am.
I will post a pic of my lovely walk this afternoon when the photo arrives in my inbox. I have sent it to myself from my phone. I think we have managed to pick enough sloes for two bottles so I will get on with that tomorrow when I have bought the gin. Other keen sloe gin makers had obviously gone before us as the bottom branches were all bare. Good job DH is tall! It was the most gorgeous day and the walk takes you past a little church and farm, across fields and into a wood which, in the spring, is covered in bluebells. We saw a buzzard and several robins. Then you come out at the River Hamble. Another stretch through the woods and then a trek back along a hedgerow, where we found the sloes.
We came home and sat outside in the garden with a cup of tea and a slice of Allbran cake. It is fatless and not too sweet.
Tonight is salmon in my smoky, spicy rub, with roasted cauliflower and sorrel sauce. I also froze some of the cooked sorrel as it will be dying off soon.
Going to look for my photo.
Love Heather UK
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Heather-I am looking forward to seeing the picture of your lovely walk. Good thing your DH is tall. How long does it take for the slow gin to process?
Mary from Minnesota0 -
JanetR ... will be praying that your surgery is successful and uneventful tomorrow!
I'm just going to share this because I'm shaking at the moment and trying to stay away from the kitchen. Younger son (migraine boy) went to school this morning, but then called his Dad several hours later that he had gone home sick with a headache. He drove himself to school and then left at third period for something they call "open campus." He's allowed to leave the school grounds if he doesn't have a scheduled class. He wasn't feeling well so he got in his truck and decided to drive around, but his stomach became so upset that he had to pull over to be sick. Got back in his truck and drove some more and discovered he was lost. Rattled and not feeling well he pulled up to a stop light only to see a high speed police car chase bearing down on him. Five police cars and a helicopter with the chased vehicle on a collision course with my son. With just a few seconds to spare, he gunned his truck and pulled it over onto the road berm ... it was so close the chased vehicle and the police cars "rocked" his truck as they sped by. He was still white as a ghost when I checked in on him a few minutes ago. Sigh. He's only been a licensed drive for three weeks. I am so thankful that he was able to tell me this story in person.
Beth in WNY0 -
Love all the pictures of the moon last night. Thanks for sharing, since I can't seem to stay up past 9:00 anymore!
Heather UK: Are you an author? You mentioned not liking it if you go too long without writing, so just wondering. I love to read. Also, your salmon in a smoky, spicy rub sounds delicious. I'm so bored with the same old foods. I wish I knew more about cooking and using spices! Maybe I'll have to just start experimenting when my DH isn't home. He's pretty picky and likes things pretty plain.
Irish Terri: Your pictures of the rainbow theme are so awesome! Love it!
MNMargaret: Said a prayer for your DB this morning. Any news? Hoping all went successfully!
I still have to read pages 44-61 of this discussion to get caught up, but I figure that can be done at a leisurely pace as long as I keep up now! This is a chatty group, which is wonderful because it's so obvious how caring you all are about each other.
Today is my annual eval but I decided when I got up it was going to be a good day no matter what, so darn it, I'm not going to let anything get me down. I can take 30 minutes of wishing I was anywhere but in my ex-manager's office! Ha!
I told myself last night that this would be the week I would get up 45 minutes earlier than normal and take a walk in the morning with my black lab, Jack. Well, Monday morning has come and gone and I not only did not get up, but I hit snooze about 4,837 times! UGH. I just don't know how I'm ever going to get in the habit of walking/exercising and liking it, let alone getting up earlier to do it.
Have a great Monday everyone! I'll check in later.
Tracie in WI0 -
BethWNY- wow! It is a good thing that your son was thinking. How scary for the both of you. I am glad everything turned out OK.
Tracie - I hope everything goes well for you when you are in your bosses office. Why don't you walk before you go to bed even if you have to stay up past nine. You can do it! Maybe evening is better than morning for you.
Mary from Minnesota0 -
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Tracie - I hope everything goes well for you when you are in your bosses office. Why don't you walk before you go to bed even if you have to stay up past nine. You can do it! Maybe evening is better than morning for you.
Mary from Minnesota
I was hoping to start walking in the morning before my knees and ankle started hurting after a day at work. That's really the only reason I was going to start going in the morning...well, that and because in the summer it's cooler in the morning. I plan to go tonight when I get home from work. I'll be leaving work early today, right after my eval, because I live near Lambeau Field and if I don't get home early afternoon, the Packer traffic will have the highways at a standstill. So that gives me plenty of time to either walk, bike or go to the gym...no excuses, right? Besides, after my annual eval, I'll probably need to walk off some steam! Ha!
Tracie in WI0 -
I'm just going to share this because I'm shaking at the moment and trying to stay away from the kitchen. Younger son (migraine boy) went to school this morning, but then called his Dad several hours later that he had gone home sick with a headache. He drove himself to school and then left at third period for something they call "open campus." He's allowed to leave the school grounds if he doesn't have a scheduled class. He wasn't feeling well so he got in his truck and decided to drive around, but his stomach became so upset that he had to pull over to be sick. Got back in his truck and drove some more and discovered he was lost. Rattled and not feeling well he pulled up to a stop light only to see a high speed police car chase bearing down on him. Five police cars and a helicopter with the chased vehicle on a collision course with my son. With just a few seconds to spare, he gunned his truck and pulled it over onto the road berm ... it was so close the chased vehicle and the police cars "rocked" his truck as they sped by. He was still white as a ghost when I checked in on him a few minutes ago. Sigh. He's only been a licensed drive for three weeks. I am so thankful that he was able to tell me this story in person.
Beth in WNY
Beth, I am also thankful that your son is safe!! God bless him!
Elaine in Lansing0 -
Stat for the day-
Spin- 42min, 78ar, 98aw, 10-15g, 16.3mi, ahr 121, mhr 147 = 356cal0 -
Thanks for the welcome. You all can call me Debby. My user name is my last name that I had when I had my 3 sons - spelled backwards. My son told me after the divorce, that I always would be a "snavemom." So I still have it, even though I am remarried now for 13 years.
Currently I am a stay-at-home Mom to 1 dog and 2 cats.
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Boo, my photo hasn't arrived yet in my inbox.
Beth - Wow! So glad all is OK. Those police chases can be a menace. We have had a few fatalities over here.
Mary - the sloe gin takes a few months. It's usually ready just before Christmas.
Tracie - the salmon is incredibly easy. I use boneless fillets, put them on aluminium foil, season with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Then I use a chipotle paste I sometimes buy locally or from Amazon. It is quite hot, so you only need a little. Then I add a few drops of a mesquite smoky drops, again from Amazon, which are fantastic. Highly recommend them. I wrap all up loosely in the foil and bake around 400 for 12 minutes. An easy, healthy, quick dinner.
We both love spiced food, but DH can't take it really hot. I like chilli sauce with everything! :laugh:
Welcome to all newbies! Great to see you!
Yes, I am a writer. My published career was mainly children's books. The remaindered copies are still available on Amazon. My name is Heather Eyles. I recently published an adult novel, which is literary fiction. I wrote it in 1982, but felt it deserved an audience. The blurb etc is on Amazon if you want to take a look and many of these ladies have read and reviewed it. it is called WINDOWS. Not for the prudish. :laugh:
I am now writing a memoir of my childhood aged 0 - 9. It is written in pencil, but I am finding it very slow going getting it onto the computer. What to include and where? A puzzlement. I soldier on - a couple of hundred words a day.
I also published a radio play, a couple of stage plays, some poetry and a couple of short stories. I taught Creative Writing to adults for more than 10 years.
Every day is a challenge to my commitment. I am naturally lazy and I have had to find a way of creating good habits to help me stick to my task. The book "Level Up Your Day" was a great help to me.
Thanks for asking. Lisa from Texas is also an author. :drinker: Lisa C Hannon.
Still no photo.
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Liz, congrats to your husband on his job and congrats to you on your return to healthier living. Gloria, I have a buckwheat pillow and love it. Rosie, awesome photo...we go to bed before sundown so we had no chance to see it. Beverly, welcome....I started this journey at age 62 and it was the best gift I could give to myself..congrats on your weight loss so far.Tracie, the way I was able to get myself up earlier to walk in the morning was to go to bed a few minutes earlier each night to help me get up earlier. At first all I accomplished was to get up early enough to walk outside for about 10 minutes before starting my day, but now I routinely go to bed at 7:30 and get up early enough to walk the dogs for 30 minutes before breakfast and 90 minutes or more after breakfast before showering and dressing to be at a class before 9:00.....take baby steps and you'll get there. Irish Terri, thank you for posting the pictures of your daughter's wedding. The rainbow theme was perfect and the little figures on the cake fit the occasion perfectly janetr, we'll all be thinking of you tomorrow when you go for your surgery....be sure to let us know when you're back among the internet users...good idea to make sure there will be food you like when DH is cooking. Mary, thanks for the time lapse photo Beth, sorry to hear about your son's traumatic experience.Debbie, I am a stay at home mom to two standard poodles and one cat....thank you for posting pictures of your "kids" . They are beautiful. What are their names?
Barbie from beautiful NW Washington 
My word for 2015 is "now"---I won't wallow in the past or waste time worrying about the future
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Heather- what a great drink for the holidays!
Debby- cute fur baby family! I don't remember if you mentioned where you live?
OK, I really have to get with it now. I think it will be sunny out for the next couple days and will be able to paint the trim on the cabin and the garage. Because of off and on rain for the last two weeks we only got the main structure of both painted.
Mary from Minnesota0 -
Morning peeps-
Yesterday, first day without pain pill. Welcome new peeps
Love the green dishes
Love the moon pics
Type to ya later0 -
Too many posts to catch up! I've been so busy and stressed lately, no time for myself. When I do have time, I am exhausted! Not sleeping well, back pain and TMJ. Going to acupuncture tomorrow morning. Should feel better after that.
Just wanted to check in and say hi!
Rita from CT0
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