WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2016
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Sylvia. Lots of
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Good to hear from you Sylvia. Belly stitches? I guess we didn't get the whole story.
Glad you're moving forward if only with baby steps. I'm sure I'm not the only one who's thinking about you and sending the very best wishes.
Chris, if you were with me, you wouldn't have any snow. I'm in Stockholm at the moment, where the very first spring flowers are blooming. However, my husband went home to Longyearbyen yesterday and landed in thick snow flurries. On the way, he took these pics of Northern Lights through the plane windows and I thought I'd share them. They're out of focus and he couldn't entirely avoid reflections from the cabin, but you get the general idea.
/Penny, whose husband is at least at the
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Penny ... Seeing the Northern Lights is now officially on my bucket list. Amazing photos!0
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Sylvia -
Heather UK0 -
Sylvia hope you poop soon
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Hello everyone; happy Monday, Ladies!
Omg Penny, awesome photos!
Beth, yes, see the aurora if you get a chance. I haven't seen it since I was a kid; it was truly electrifying! and I could hear it, too, buzzing and crackling. Seeing another one is on my list as well.
Larisa in Seattle
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Hi gals,
Beth – sometimes advertised as Calamari steaks
AR10at50 – just read what you can pop in when you can and share what you are comfortable with… many on this thread are retired/self employed and their time is not as controlled as those with a “traditional” 9-5 job…
Katla – I love appreciating the simple things…
Margaret – I am loving hearing about the book from you, it is on the list to pick up at the Library for me too….
Miriam –
Good for you to help your daughter over come/understand her fear of the dark.
I have missed your comments and insight….
One of the things I have learned about churches is that each building and staff are unique and even though they may be part of a bigger association"brand" they each define that differently – I was raised in 2 churches from 2 faiths, we alternated (and yes that is as weird as it sounds) and in college found a different faith that I thought was for me, I moved 3 hours away and tried all of the buildings of that brand in the local area – no two alike and not one to my liking… the moral of the story (for me) is the truth about one building/staff/congregation may not continue to be the truth in the next building/staff/congregation even though they are “branded” the same. In the mean time have done a lot of reading and research and found a path without the trappings of buildings/staff/brands that works for me.
Chris – oh my heart goes out to you and your family!
Lisa – cute jacket, so glad you had a good “run-away” with DH
Sylvia – sending good thoughts!!!! Take care
Kim from N. California
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Penny - Can I ask you, are there midges in Norway in June 5th - 18th? I'm hoping it's a bit early for them.
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Kim from No Cal - well said. Churches are one thing, but they are, no matter what their professed faith, built, staffed and joined by humans.
Am reading "You Can Beat Your Brain," and it's really talking about how our perception of our world and the actual reality are completely different. Applies to this type of thing quite readily.
Am finally getting my project off the ground... put out a call for submissions today. If you want to send me a message for the website to submit a pitch, please do, but it's a for-profit thing, so I won't put it here on the site.
Off to work out, then a quick dinner, then writer's group at 6 p.m. Should be an interesting night. One of the officers wants to call for a new slate of officers to be elected. Trying to decide if I'm interested.
Later, peeples...
Lisa in West Texas
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When you're in the pool and you think you're having a hot flash but anyway you're exercising and oh who knows anymore.
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Chris (((Hugs)))
Sylvia (((Hugs)))
Penny spectacular. Thanks for sharing. I saw them when I was in college. We did have them here a few days ago, but you had to drive way out and find a spot without clouds. Margaret 0 -
Brains are really fascinating!
Larisa - Interesting that you should write this:
...and that it should end up on the same page as Lisa wrote this:Beth, yes, see the aurora if you get a chance. I haven't seen it since I was a kid; it was truly electrifying! and I could hear it, too, buzzing and crackling.
The Northern Lights are about 100 km up in the atmosphere and they actually don't make any sound whatsoever. Nonetheless, lots of people hear them. Apparently the visual experience is so intense that our brain "fills in" the sound it thinks must be there. And most people who hear the aurora describe the sound as buzzing or humming, more or less as you do. There's a lot more to "reality" than what can be proven on the basis of first principles!Am reading "You Can Beat Your Brain," and it's really talking about how our perception of our world and the actual reality are completely different.
Heather - Yes, there will be midges (and mosquitos) in southern Norway in early June, but not in northern Norway, and never on the boat. Even at the height of the season we don't get mosquitos near the shore, though they're a plague farther inland. In northernmost Norway we get midges in July/August. They're so small you can't see them - only feel them when they bite. We call them "småjävlar" (which is Swedish for little devils). But they too keep to dry land, and they're so much later in the season that they won't bother you.
The few insects in Svalbard won't bother you either. We have a couple species of mosquito, but they're not the kind that bite. No biting bugs, no ticks, no big spiders, no snakes, no rats. Nothing to worry about. Except polar bears.
/Penny, about to hit the sack, not at the
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a quick good evening~
it is still snowing~ the roads are horrible I got home fine ,but it is like mayonaise out there...
I came home asked Tom how dinner was, said I gave him to many noodles, then he starts complaining about how I make the dog food, if I leave it on the rim, it contaminates the gallon zip lock we keep it in..
Really? So I set him off by saying do you want to come inspect the dog dish before I put it in the bag..
well I got the big F.Y. and im done etc.. and that I always have to get the last word.. Oh I have a headache.. he really will drive me to freakin drink!!!0 -
Not going to gym today cold windy and so tired. Only slept 3 hours last night. Going to do kettle bell workout at home. Something is better than nothing. I push myself a lot harder at the gym. I think pushing more protein (3 X times more than normal for me) is reeking havoc on my body. I have never been a big meat eater have always found protein in other foods.
I have not lost or gained any weight so doc is happy. She would like me to gain back some of the weight I lost but seems to be happy with my current situation.
Have to admit I feel better up and moving compared crying on the couch. I know that it will take time to move forward into my newly single live each day has been a challenge. He says that he is not ready to totally give up but not sure I believe him so I am going to just keep moving forward.
All I know is that I am going to be in good shape for the summer and hopefully a happier person.
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Hello everyone. I've been absent for a while. I was in the hospital for 10 days. Nothing major, just had to be there. Before I went I got my knee injected and it has already failed. And while I was in the hospital, my right arm decided to dislocate. I wasn't doing anything other than writing in my journal and it just worked it's way out of socket. It was a bugger to get back in though. So now I can't use my crutches because it would put pressure on my shoulder. So they gave me a cane. Doesn't do a lot of good. I was seeing a doctor at the Mayo Clinic, but as of April 1st, Iowa's privatized it's insurance and Mayo won't take it anymore, so I can't see my knee doctor. I'm going to have to find yet another orthopedist. I had one down at the University of Iowa tell me flat out that not only doesn't he operate on fat people, but he also doesn't operate on people who have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Which is my genetic disorder. It's a disorder of the connective tissues. All my tendons and ligaments are stretchy. They don't hold my skeleton together, I have to rely on my muscles to do that.
So, the big news is that since there are 17 stairs up to my apartment, I'm going to have to move so I can be all on one level. But the catch is that there isn't a landlord on this earth that is going to rent to me with my cats. So, I'm looking into buying a house. My first house at my age. It's a little scary. I'll keep you updated at things go along.
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Hello everyone. I've been absent for a while. I was in the hospital for 10 days. Nothing major, just had to be there. Before I went I got my knee injected and it has already failed. And while I was in the hospital, my right arm decided to dislocate. I wasn't doing anything other than writing in my journal and it just worked it's way out of socket. It was a bugger to get back in though. So now I can't use my crutches because it would put pressure on my shoulder. So they gave me a cane. Doesn't do a lot of good. I was seeing a doctor at the Mayo Clinic, but as of April 1st, Iowa's privatized it's insurance and Mayo won't take it anymore, so I can't see my knee doctor. I'm going to have to find yet another orthopedist. I had one down at the University of Iowa tell me flat out that not only doesn't he operate on fat people, but he also doesn't operate on people who have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Which is my genetic disorder. It's a disorder of the connective tissues. All my tendons and ligaments are stretchy. They don't hold my skeleton together, I have to rely on my muscles to do that.
So, the big news is that since there are 17 stairs up to my apartment, I'm going to have to move so I can be all on one level. But the catch is that there isn't a landlord on this earth that is going to rent to me with my cats. So, I'm looking into buying a house. My first house at my age. It's a little scary. I'll keep you updated at things go along.
Anna in Northeast Iowa
Good luck with the house hunting. Sorry to hear all that you have been going through. I was born and raised in Burlington Iowa.
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Wow, Anne that's a lot of change. I wish you well with your house hunt.
Kim, good insight. It's interesting that I had never heard the word "brand" used in the context with which you used it until about six months ago, and now I am seeing it everywhere.
A very interesting, insightful book that relates to our current topic of conversation is called "When Christians Get It Wrong" by Adam Hamilton. Those of you who have had bad experiences may identify with much of it. Rev. Hamilton is one of my favorite authors and IMHO one of the wisest men of our time. I make no apologies for being a woman of faith, as you all know, but I try not to push my beliefs or doctrine on anyone else. But I do like this book.
Barbie, the Pentecostals in my town have the best singing. Just sayin'.
Back to the topic of fitness ....
My workout today was circuits. 3 sets of 15 reps. Squats to lateral arm raises, lunges to hammer curls, glute bridge to chest press, deadlift to row, and row from a plank position. Then we did abs, then 30 minutes of walking around the pond. I came home and cut grass with a push mower for an hour and 45 minutes. When I took my bath at 3:30, I put on my night cream. Can you tell I was done for the day?0 -
I'm not even going to try to catch up. I just missed reading this weekend and there are too many post for me to catch up on so I'm moving forward from here. A very hard thing for me to do as I want to read what everyone has said.
Had a pleasant time in the studio this weekend. I'll have to try to remember to share pics of my latest accomplishments. Meanwhile, here are pics of Max (Maxwell the cat) and Merri (Merriweather the dog). Kindly note Miss Merri's haircut. She is quite full of herself right now.
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Heather: I wondered about coercive control since I haven't heard the term before. I found this on the web and wonder if it is what you're talking about. "Coercive control is a term developed by Evan Stark to help us understand domestic abuse as more than a “fight”. It is a pattern of behaviour which seeks to take away the victim's liberty or freedom, to strip away their sense of self."
MsWolf: I like to alternate light days and "hard work" days. It gives my body the chance to restore itself. Of course it isn't always possible. I rest an extra day if I'm too tired, but rest means lighter activity, not no activity. :noway:
grammyX23/Sioux in Tulsa: Welcome to a great group of supportive women. Please clarify what name you want us to call you. :flowerforyou:
Sylvia: I'm glad you're using your right finger to let us know how you're doing. Sending good thoughts for healing your way!
Penny: Thank you for sharing the photos of Northern Lights. They're spectacular. :bigsmile:
Anna: I hope you're able to find a one level home to love. I wonder whether alternative medicine would give you any palliative help. DH went to an acupuncturist for his MS because he was unwilling to take shots. She helped him to feel better but was not able to alter the course of the disease. Later he found a MS Specialist who offered oral medication and that was a blessing. We are grateful to both the Acupuncturist and the MS Specialist :flowerforyou:
I am so glad I went to yoga today. The class was worthwhile. I got to see some fellow students that I haven't seen in a long time. I really enjoyed touching bases with them. We did more repetition of moves than I like, but moving is better than sitting at home and seeing friends was very nice.
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
April Resolutions :
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. Monitor sleep. Try to average 7 or more hours of sleep nightly.
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Wow look how busy you all have been! 12 pages already. I simply can't catch up. so I'll just report nothing to report! All is quiet here although I think I may be able to feel my foot a bit. Everyone take care and keep up the good work. My April goal is to get back to where I was before the norovirus and back issue! 4 herniated discs does not make it easy to exercise, but I'm trying. Take care, Meg0
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Anne and Allie - back to back boy bummers --- Like that all A's and B's....LOL But really from a always single gal this life is not perfect, and I do miss the companionship --- BUT it is not that bad either! The two things I wish for is the companionship and the financial savings, 2 can live cheaper than 1 - But I do not miss the crazies you two deal with. Hang in there! I am cheering you on to find the peace you deserve!0
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Anna, home ownership isn't terribly scary. You just have to put money aside for repairs because you will have them. Most of the time your property tax and home insurance are included in your monthly mortgage payment, but if they aren't you will have to budget for them too. And the plus side is that no one can tell you how many cats you can have! I currently have 16 in my cat rescue. I work with the shelter in Washington Iowa and take in special needs cats, as well as several strays that have shown up literally at my door. Iowa has lots of affordable small houses, too. Let me know if I can help in any way... I am just a couple hours drive away.0
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Katla, coercive control just about covers why abusive relationships are so destructive! You totally lose your sense of self. During my marriage, I gave up everything that was important to me, trying to make the marriage work. So when he complained about my eccentric fashion tastes, I got rid of my fun clothes. I agreed to live in a community that didn't even have a library! And where I was an outcast because I did not belong to, and refused to convert to, the majority religion (85% in southern Idaho and Utah) so I had no friends. There was no work in my field since there were no services for people with mental health problems. We lived in a town of 200 people. I was totally isolated from any support and from family. The book "Verbal Abuse Survivors Speak Out" helped me understand how I got sucked in to giving up my self, and why everything he said hurt so much. I highly recommend it.0
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Good Evening All!
Lots of posts today! It's hard to keep up with them all, so I'll just make a daily report. First day back to class was as expected, in other words like 'herding cats". None of the students were eager to dive into work; I'm quite sure most of the teachers were in the same frame of mind. The weather here is sunny but windy and cold.
I went back to the gym this morning. I worked 30 minutes on the elliptical, then did crunches on the ab machine. Tomorrow is weight lifting. It was good to be back into a routine. Tonight I am sore but not too much. My Garmin says I have taken 11,000+ steps and I believe it!
I made meatloaf, macaroni and cheese ( for the DH) and plain pasta with olive oil for myself. Fresh strawberries. I was so hungry when I got home, lucky I didn't attack the fridge.
Have a great day tomorrow!
Lora in Indiana
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stats for the day:
ride hm 2 gym- 13.17min, 13.4amph, 149mhr, 2.9mi = 115c
SPIN- 40min, 83ar, 104aw, 10-13g, 149mhr, 16.4mi = 302c
ride gym 2 dome- 7.19min, 11.8amph, 116ahr, 141mhr 1.4mi = 72c
ride wk 2 hm- 21.21min, 7.6amph, 15mph winds!, 145mhr, 2.7mi = 200c
total cal 6890 -
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Brains are really fascinating!
Larisa - Interesting that you should write this:
...and that it should end up on the same page as Lisa wrote this:Beth, yes, see the aurora if you get a chance. I haven't seen it since I was a kid; it was truly electrifying! and I could hear it, too, buzzing and crackling.
The Northern Lights are about 100 km up in the atmosphere and they actually don't make any sound whatsoever. Nonetheless, lots of people hear them. Apparently the visual experience is so intense that our brain "fills in" the sound it thinks must be there. And most people who hear the aurora describe the sound as buzzing or humming, more or less as you do. There's a lot more to "reality" than what can be proven on the basis of first principles!Am reading "You Can Beat Your Brain," and it's really talking about how our perception of our world and the actual reality are completely different.
THAT'S AMAZING! Wow!
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Wow its post city here at the best discussion group EVA! Husband and I are trying to stay out of each others way today, while trying to get over our colds. Tomorrow is husbands annual check-up with his transplant team in Portland. We are not looking forward to all the driving (only 5 hrs to and from, but we aren't in the best of shape). I will probably have him drive there, and I will drive home. Maybe stop for lunch somewhere on the way home. It's one of those things where the doctor just looks at him and says that he looks good, and then the appointment is over. Only a 5-10 minute appointment. Most of the time we are talking to all the patients that have just gotten or are waiting to get a liver, so we are like a cheering squad of two for them. We had couples that are in the position we are in, and we were in awe of them. Seeing such a healthy person and wanting that to be us, so bad. So now we are those people and it feels surreal sometimes. In other words, that 5 hour drive isn't so bad, because we can give hope to people and say that it WILL get better, just persevere.
Made awesome spaghetti tonight, and I have portioned out 1 cup of noodles and 1/2 cup of sauce for me. Couldn't have any Parmesan cheese on it though. Or the cheese bread I made out of English Muffin bread. I shall make husband put away the dinner tonight. Too tempting to grab a slice of the bread and start dipping!
Youngest son got a call from the Army recruiter tonight. Son was being very polite and answering questions left and right. Then the recruiter wished a meeting. Well, son is going into the Navy. At least that is what he has told us. The Son had his hand over the phone, I told him plainly that either he is to say no thanks or I will do it. Son said, "You guys always told me to keep my options open, so I thought it meant to listen to all options". I said, "being polite is one thing, but stringing him along is another". So he said no thanks, and the call ended. Then we get another call from the head recruiter, and my husband answers it. He asks for our son, and husband says, "This is Chief Gossett". Husband told him that we will have talks with our son, and he will make a decision. But he IS still a Junior. I don't like the colleges and the recruiters barking at my sons heels!
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