WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR OCTOBER 2016
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I'm supposed to walk for five minutes at a time four to six times a day and then increase in a day or two if the pain is OK. I'm also using an Ice pack on my incision three times a day. I have my pedometer in the pocket of the fleece zip-up jacket that I wear the in the house. Yesterday before the official start to my walking program I had 1798 steps. Today will be better. Walking in the house is boring so I put on my headphones and made a phone call during the first walk, and listened to my audio book during the second walk.
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You go Barbie you may have to find some new podcast to listen to in order to be really distracted , any good mystery blogs out there??
Mary insomnia is so very tough. I battled with it pretty much through my late 40s. I think your walking approach is a good one. I did the scrub the kitchen floor method, vigorously cleaning or organizing something truly tedious but it did the trick. I also made sure to get enough daylight, no caffeine, no screen time at least 3 hours before bed. Good luck with the challenge, hope it helps.
Thinking of all those facing the hurricane including my dear friend's elderly parents (inland) but still scary for them
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Heather you look great pictures are fantastic!2
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Heather you like fantastic in all pictures. Glad you are having fun but your are Heather so what else would we expect.
Hate dealing with 3rd party places of businesses. We had finally decided on ileostomy bag for Charlie after living with free samples since May. We knew the time would finally come where we can't accept free samples anymore. So we call the supply place, they tell us what we needed to do, so called surgeon's office for them to send prescription and chart notes. But heard nothing from supply place. So I called them today. They had received order on Monday. When I asked them what to do now, go in and get the supplies??? So they asked me what particular bags we needed!!!!!! That was what we told the surgeon's office. Well that wasn't on the order. So I tell them the number on and the bag and they say it is a special order and will take up to 7 days for it to get there!!!!!!!!!! I do have a couple of old generic bags that he got when discharged from the hospital. They are some of the no frills type bag. Why didn't the surgeon office put the number on the order? Why didn't the supply place not let us know they had the prescription so I could clarify what they had and get it ordered. This supply place is also the one who is providing my new CPAP. Wonder what kind of hassle will I have for that. Insurance has OKd I am waiting on a respiratory therapist to call and set up and appointment for an evaluation of what mask.
Then there is the issue of the collection agency trying to get money for a bill I paid in February. A 3rd party company did not put on the bill that I paid it so all these months have gone by and a bill collector is on my butt.
I also waiting on the neurosurgeon office calling for an appointment. Next week is my grand kids fall break. Before all this happened with my neck and arm, we were planning on going down there for 2 days and go to a place down there called Kentucky Down Under which is an Australian theme park which is a big petting zoo, birds, and cave tour. I had decided to just grin and bear the pain and mainly give into poor posture that leads to less pain. But these other places seem to have taken control over my life now.
OK, vent over.
DJ, I hope everything is OK. I think my nephew who is in college near Charlotte SC may be in for a lot of rain. I hope that is all. I also think of Allie and her family in Florida. She has so much to worry about.
Joyce, fuming in Indiana2 -
Hi, everybody!
Lillian -I want it to cool down and I look forward to fall and winter BUT I don't think I could handle snow in October. Are you one of the gals who is in TOPS? I've been gone for awhile and my memory's kinda wonky so it might be someone else. TOPS means a lot to me. I have continued as the leader of my group even through the last challenging year of weight gain and depression. I especially love the way we support each other and strive to be healthier.
Barbiecat - Since I've been gone, I've lost out on a lot of information about all of you. I am so sorry about your pain. What kind of surgery are you recovering from?
Heather - What a joy to see your beautiful pictures and beautiful you! It looks like you and your hubby are really enjoying this special trip.
Mary - so sorry to hear about your fatigue. I know you are a go-getter so I know this is hard on you.
Lisa - It sounds like you are on a new path. Are you and hubby still in the same area of Texas?
We found out that our family moved inland to my step-daughters mother's in Macon, GA. So glad they are safe but I am concerned about their property along the intercoastal waterway near Cocoa Beach. I was at Publix grocery shopping today and they were taking Red Cross donations at the check out. Glad to see this early effort to help and hope it is going on all over the U.S.
Stay safe
Toni in Tennessee
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about ready to go to bed.. Faith all taken care off..
hey has anyone heard from Becca? hope all is well and her hubby is well.. miss her witty combacks2 -
this is happening to me too...even though I upped my exercise by adding 3 bicycle rides a week the scale is not budging...it would be nice to lose even one pound at this rate. I am not eating more.Wickglamgirl wrote: »Okay - Melanie here - a.k.a. Wickglamgirl - here are my somewhat belated goals for October
NOPE - NOT ONE POUND EVER! - that means I'm doing to do my very best not to gain anything.
Having said that - I would like to just lose - I haven't lost in weeks but I feel thinner - you know that feeling?
1. don't gain
2. just lose
3. move
4. have fun!
Sure hope it is the fat into muscle story. My legs are definitely getting muscle. But if that scale does not move soon I will begin to lose motivation!
Betty
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Glo – Most days DH will wake me up in the AM to have ‘fresh’ coffee with him. Sometimes I go back to sleep for another hour or more. Some days he could not wake me up, if he had to, so he just leaves me in the bed. I really hate stale, cold coffee.
Joyce – I use AmericanHome Patient for my C-pap machine. They will call me every 6 months to get my standing order; they have to ask certain questions for Medicare to pay; they ask me the questions and all I do is ‘agree’ with them. Like, ‘your masks are beginning to break down and not work, right’? “Yes” ‘Your tubes are beginning to get condensation built up in them, right’? “Yes.” What was strange for me is when my settings had to be changed, the MD had to write an order for them to change it. When I returned mine to get repairs done to it, I had to get a Rx for the temporary one. That was pretty stupid; but, I did what I had to do. My sister’s C-pap machine, which is ‘new’ is different from my ‘new’ one. I like hers better. I find that mine is harder to fill than my last one; and, more difficult than hers is.
I can remember when I was a young child, we had a 2-week vacation in Jacksonville, FL (my Dad knew the owner of the small motel); and, a hurricane came up the coast. There was a bulkhead at the time that was a good 12 feet or more down to the beach. We sat under the covered patio and watched the water coming over it. Neat; but, VERY, VERY scary. I would not go through another one. Now they no longer have that much space between the sidewalk and the beach. They've put rocks there to help with the erosion problems they had.
Hope that everyone affected by this storm are safe and away from their homes. You can replace 'things'; but, you can't replace 'lives'.
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Wow! That challenge was exhausting! After the 5 walks I totaled 7.29 miles. My DH reminded me that I felt this way for 2 weeks after starting the first session of medication. So, that is probably happening to me now. That means that the medication is having my body attack the mutated Lymes virus. That is a good thing!
Mary from Minnesota2 -
stats for the day:
ride hm 2 gym- 12.26min, 14.2amph, 148mhr, 2.9mi = 131c
TREADMILL walk- 45min, 14.21ap, 12incl 4.2sp, 141mhr, 3.13mi = 291c
ride gym 2 dome- 8.01min, 10.8amph, 132mhr, 1.4mi = 73c
ride dome 2 hm- 21.28min, 7.2amph, 152mhr, 2.5mi = 195c
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https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=b01bkub6ba
kirby bought me this watch. i will be putting it thru it's paces when it arrives3 -
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Played in the 2nd day of tournament and we won 2nd place in our flight. Not as hot today so I'm not as tired.
Glad to see that my niece left Palm Beach to a safer area. If you have ever lived through a hurricane you take them very seriously. My hometown in MS was basically washed away in Katrina.
We're expecting rain and cooler weather tomorrow.
Not much to report tonight. Sleep well my friends.
SueBDew in TX2 -
Hello Stunning Sisters;
I think I am going to take my Mom's scale home with me... lol.
The darned thing said I weight 225 this morning... I really can't wait to get home and see what the scale at the gym says.... I find it hard to believe that I have really lost 7 lbs in the last two weeks, although, I suppose it's not impossible.... if I was retaining water - which is a definite possibility.
So, we leave tomorrow - and hit the road for two more days of road food... *sighs*
I went over in my calories both days on the road coming... so, I expect it will be just as bad on the way home. I am not going to beat myself up too much... I will just get back on track when I get home.
I have been enjoying a fairly lazy vacation. Aside from the cooking the main meal every day, I have done nothing but swim in the pool and go to the gym.
I have slept a lot, chatted a lot and watched a lot of what my husband calls the "talking heads" because my folks spend their lives watching the political TV.
It's a change for me, since I don't have broadcast TV at my house... we just watch whatever my DH has recorded from the library. It's been years since I have seen TV commercials... lol... I must say it has been somewhat entertaining.
But, tomorrow, we hit the dusty trail toward Texas... depending on how much we find to do on the way home, I should be back on Saturday or Sunday.
I will be glad to get back to my own bed, and my own gym - but, I will sorely miss the pool.
Thinking good thoughts for my Coastal Peeps. Batten down the hatches!
Hugs for Everybody!
Re (temporarily in Tucson)
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Did 1-1/2 hr of Jillian Michael's Hard Body DVD. The plan for tomorrow is to do some HIIT. Then my car goes for an oil change. While it's there being changed, I'll walk over to Habitat for Humanity and then go to Aldi
Stopped at the soup kitchen before the Green Room. When I was done took some coupons to Lynette. She wanted me to stay, but she was on the phone and I had an appt to get my hair cut so I ran out and said that I'd call her, which I did. then went to CVS, got soda on sale and some Dawn (I like Dawn). With my coupons, for those two items I paid 88 cents.
Lenora - the way you played MTD sounds a lot like when we used to play "regular" (vs. chicken foot) dominoes. It started with 12, but we would draw and draw until someone got the double 12, 11, 10 and so on.
Lisa - so glad you have a potential buyer for that warehouse. Boy, it sure didn't take long!
BlueWillowMist (I forget your name) - healing thoughts being sent your way
Heather - awesome. As usual, you look great
Looks like our condo is going to get hammered. Glad we're on the third floor
Alison - I miss Becca, too
pip - nice watch
Saw the dress rehearsal for Southern Fried Nuptials. Was it ever funny!
Michele in NC
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My sister, in Miami, swore she'd NEVER go through another hurricane ... like Katrina; but, they drove in the rain all the way back to Miami from Daytona; and, it looked like it started skirting the coast of FL about the time they got home. She was telling us that she'd need to gas up, buy water and food that could be eaten without any electricity if necessary. I doubt she'd drive all through the rain to get anywhere. Doesn't look like there would be any use at this point. Looks like they have rain all across the FL peninsula at this point. They seem to think it will turn around and circle back on itself ... as if it doesn't 'think' it has already done enough damage. I guess we'll see what it makes up its mind to do this weekend.
We missed Inez when she stalled over SWGA; kept us in Miami for a 2nd week. Boss would come check our street and I'd call him in the evening to find out what was happening. It was considered the 500-year flood; worse than any 100-year flood since they started keeping records. He got to fly over the area in a helicopter and said that it was a lot bigger and broader than anyone could imagine from just looking at the news.
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Michele in NC - What is 'chicken foot' dominoes?1
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Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding .
Good Evening Ladies,
Heather, as always, I love reading about your travels. Sitting outside at the restaurant able to watch all that is going on is right up my alley. Sounds wonderful. Good for you on getting rid of the unwelcome music.
Ruby, welcome. I think we are all our own worst enemies. Just try to check in here each day and let us know what is going on. This is a great place for support and information. You can do this.
NYKaren, congrats! We knew you could do it. Keep up the good work.
Charleen, yes, we are keeping a close eye on Matthew but feel we are quite safe. Tomorrow night at the Moose Lodge they are having a Hurricane Party but it ends early enough for everyone to get home safely before any wind starts to blow.
Joyce, did ya have to name and describe all the food at the fair??? I think I gained 3 pounds just reading. It mostly sounds really yummy!!!
Katla, TNToni and all, thanks for the good thoughts and prayers about our approaching friend, Matthew. I really hope we don’t lose power as then our WiFi won’t work. Only about 36 hours and it should be getting here.
Glo,
What were you up to yesterday that you had to keep your mouth shut??
Lisa, you have so much to think about, no wonder you can’t sleep. Good luck with it all.
Allie, as of right now it’s looking like Wilmington should be okay. Probably a good bit of rain.
KJ, glad you are feeling a bit better. Hope you are soon 100%. Thanks for kind words.
Penny, hearing you talk about the sunlight and the weather you could just as well be telling me you live on Mars. It is just so interesting.
Heather, a sliding glass door to the bathroom? That’s a first for me. LOL It sounds like a lot of walking but seeing some great sights. Wonderful pictures. Love the one of you two bull wrestlers!
Mary, great idea on the challenge. I’ll gladly watch.
Lenora, please, please, please, no more yellow!!!
Barbie, I know it gets boring but I’m glad to hear you are doing what the doctor says. Speedy recovery!
Joyce, how totally frustrating about Charlie’s bags. Sometimes I don’t understand why some things have to be so hard. (((Hugs)))
Re, your vacation sounds perfect to me. Glad you have enjoyed and I hope the scales are right.
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 went to the Moose Lodge to sell raffle tickets tonight. I didn’t know what kind of crowd to expect but it was pretty crowded. I am doing it again tomorrow night during the Hurricane Party and then probably will be home by 7:00 and in for the duration. As long as we don’t lose power I’ll try to stop in a few times just to give you all a Matthew update.
Sending love and good thoughts to all of you and I hope you all have a Happy and Healthy Day!
Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
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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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Barbie: Audio books can do wonders for a long walk. It sounds as though you're making good progress after your surgery.
Mary: I'm so happy that you're getting treatment for the Lyme's situation. I hope this will be the last time ou need to go through it.
DJ: Keep us posted on the storm. If you disappear we'll worry about you. (((hugs)))
It has been a quiet day. DH went to his physical therapy appointment without me, and came home tired but moving better. I met a lovely lady and talked about a possible horse for a partial lease, but I can tell this situation will not be right for me. I really liked the woman and may visit her shop in the future for the fun of it. DH & I made chicken soup for dinner and it was wonderful. Hearty soup on a fall day is one of my favorite meals.
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
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Hi Gals,
Ok ladies I am so far behind, but love to read all about everything so will just be commenting on old stuff…
Happy Birthday Heather!!!!
Gloworm’s “Katla maybe if you wrap yourself in plastic wrap and lie becomingly on the bed in the guestroom DH will sleep there one night ” Ok I’m laughing!!!
Loving seeing the color fun!!!
Penny – I was listening to a Ted Talk (on my phone as a pod cast) about seed saving and it told about the seed bank in your town… and I walked around the house all proud of myself - I already knew about it and I have a friend that lives there!
Pictures are amazing…. I would love to be there, but your descriptions and pictures are the next best thing
I have the Hairy Biker cookbook that Heather uses and tried the Chicken Korma – it was ok,not great, will try again and add a tad bit more flour as the sauce was to watery.
Loved all the pictures!!!! Heather tooo cute on the hat and the bull wrestling
I’m disappointed in myself, I am up 2 lbs from my low which I was so excited to finally get to! But meals out kill me! As much as I try I am just not making the right choices – It is not that I don’t do my research or that I don’t know better - I just don’t do what I know I should.
October Goals:
2 fun things a week, Lunch with friends 2 times….
Read and report on a book
Log everyday to the best I can, over if need be.
11,000 + steps everyday
Work on water consumption -
Smiles.
Kim from N. California
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Kim sending you a boot!! 2 lbs up you can manage. Lighter lunch or one less appetizer (glass of wine?) when you eat out- you've got this!
Happy FRIDAY
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Happy Friday, all...
The DH is up in New Mexico setting up a massive, triple feed hopper with another guy and the boss. Had to spend the night in a hotel sharing a room with another guy. They left after lunch yesterday, installing this morning, then he and the other employee will head back. Should be home in time for dinner, one hopes. Sure missed him last night, but took a benadryl at 8, then other at midnight, slept almost ten hours, all told. Needed it... the insomnia is sapping my strength, I know--I sympathize with all the other insomniacs on the board.
The ten hours includes two hours asleep on the recliner yesterday afternoon in front of the TV. I was off because I walked in to my boss to show her that the meeting I have to go to tomorrow morning will push my hours up well over 50 for the week.
The whole office is tracking our time and tasks throughout the month of October, because, as of Dec. 1, new federal rules go into effect that will affect any manager making less than $47,476 a year. Any hours over 40 will have to be paid at time and a half overtime. I'm putting together an article showing what that's going to mean to employers and employees.
Off to work on that article (and yes, I'm tracking my time!
), and get a few things done before I head for work this morning.
Hope all are well and safe,
Lisa in West Texas3
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