WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2017

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  • karenleona
    karenleona Posts: 3,959 Member
    Aren't families fun ? NOT. Too much drama in mine!!
    I HATE Valentine's Day as I feel more alone than ever. Sure my kids and siblings love me cause I do a lot for everyone but do they love me just for me?? Dunno.
    It is almost spring!! Snow is nearly gone and is quite warm outside. Can't wait to get working in the yard

    Hanging in by a thread. Not weighing until I get the hang of eating properly.
    Utterly exhausted from my last two 12 hr day shift and going into nights tonight. Hope I survive!!

    Keep on tracking.

    Karen in BC
  • jmkmomm
    jmkmomm Posts: 3,247 Member
    Happy Valentines day everyone. I had 3 glasses of tea last night. I don't know if that was the cause of my insomnia or not but I didn't get to sleep until 7:30 this morning. I thought about just getting up but then I went to sleep. So woke up at 2:30. I feel very draggy. Need to do a load of laundry but not really want to do it. Need to go to funeral home to visit man I mentioned a couple of days before but just to tired. glad I don't have PT but I know I should always be doing my own here. Lord help me.

    Glad to see so many of you doing well. Thoughts to the ones who need help, whatever way it may be.

    Joyce, Indiana
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    In listening to the Week One lessons of the Naturally Slim program it is based on research of how "naturally slim" individuals eat. It is not WHAT you eat but WHEN and HOW you eat that will help you LOSE WEIGHT. Lots of information in the 1+ hour long video. Cannot share verbatim as there are copyright laws etc.. However, a lot is just common sense. A major departure for me is you don't have to eat breakfast upon arising each day. Learn to recognize "real" hunger and eat then. Which may be only 2 meals a day! I often eat at rote times of the day or when I "know" if I don't eat now I will be hungry later. Don't be afraid to be hungry. Drink H2O as often hunger is just thirst. Chew every bite slowly and savor the food. They say eat for 10 min. rest for 5 min. continue for 10 or more min. Often times the hubs and I are done eating in the first 10 minutes! lol I will be able to add several of the recommendations and make adjustments to my already changed way of eating.

    Cheri
    in chilly and windy, TX
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,557 Member
    When I went with Denise dress shopping, she mentioned to Pete's mother that the apartment over hers was available for Pete's brother. well, Denise just called saying that she never thought his mother would co-sign for the apartment. I told her "of course she would, look, she co-signed for you twice". Denise said that his mother wants her to go up to Pete's brothers and collect the rent. I told Denise that what'll happen is that the brother won't pay the rent and the mother will wind up paying for his rent. Denise told me that her husband said that if the brother moves into the house the father was moving out (he's a step-father). We just said to Denise "well, that's why she co-signed for the apartment". At least it's not my problem..... and the mother wonders why her son is so screwed up. Well, if you're always bailing the child out, they never grow up.

    Vince just said that we'll leave for FL Saturday. Now this I have to admit I didn't think of but he's right. That's President's weekend and on Friday lots of people will be leaving work early to get a jump start on the weekend. By Saturday they'll probably be where they plan to be. So I actually got packed and started to get the food ready, made a list of things that are in the refrigerator and pantry (or at least started to)

    Heather - our insurance company (when Vince was in the hospital in Switzerland) wanted information that the hospital over there doesn't put down on the forms they do. That was so much fun, getting all the information needed. Good luck to you

    pip - those knees made my stomach turn. Not the legs, just the knees. Are they painful? Then again, even if they were, you probably wouldn't feel it.

    Janetr - thanks for telling me about the diclofenac sodium topical gel. I'll definitely ask the MD about it if I need to go to him. I would much rather put that on even 4 times/day rather than have the cortisone or an operation. I'm just not comfortable with that

    tammy - welcome to the arthritis club. I know how hard it is when you can't type. I'm thinking that's not helping one bit, but it is helping my frame of mind. I just tried the bending the finger backwards that was in the video. I'm thinking that it is helping some.

    sarah - what a thoughtful hubby you have there.

    Sent Vince an ecard today with a cat on it.

    Joyce - caffeine is one of the things that keeps me awake. If I have chocolate at night, I can be guaranteed that I'll be awake

    Michele in NC soon to be in FL
  • spikeyhair
    spikeyhair Posts: 2,078 Member
    Kate UK
  • tammyclf
    tammyclf Posts: 57 Member
    toni in TN - you're welcome - hope it's helpful. I will re-watch it at home and try it, and I think I'll order a splint/brace on amazon tonight. I hope the video is ok and won't aggravate anything!

    Karen in BC - I'm sorry you're down and having a rough go of it. I hope you get early spring - working the yard definitely improves mood!

    Heather in UK - interesting! and I think you're right on! and boy do I love food too!

    Cheri - I might have to check that out!

    Michele - but I don't want to be in the arthritis club! lol well, I already had a hip replaced last May (partly from damage from way my hips are built, and partly arthritis), and the other one will have to be done at some point, but so far holding out. Hip replacement was amazing though. I did my first small hike 2 weeks after surgery! and hiked all summer long! it's amazing what they do! I've had trouble with fingers, toes and elbows over the years - kind of off and on annoying but not life-changing. This though - wow - seemed to come on overnight and in full force! all the fingers are super stiff while I sleep, but the thumb joints and the base of thumbs is ridiculous! almost unusable. During the day they loosen up but at night I can't use them to pull the covers up or pick up my knee pillow! just crazy how fast and furious it came on. and frightening. I have never dealt with limitations very well - but having to learn how! ugh! I always like John Lock's saying on Lost (if anyone ever watched that series) - "Don't tell me what I can't do!" well, my body seems to be doing just that! and winning!
  • megblair1
    megblair1 Posts: 1,226 Member
    Hi ladies. It’s a quiet day here, which in the scheme of things, is great. So those of you who know me well and know my dislike for technology will have a laugh at this: I started a go fund me page for Benny Beagle and you can’t even find it unless you search specifically for it. When I asked why, the answer was that it wasn’t linked to facebook. Not only do I need a FB account, I have to have a photo. I don’t have a digital photo of me either! Holy crap. That seems like a lot of work. But I will get around to doing it probably tomorrow.

    It’s beautiful here today, about 50 degrees. The sun is staying up later which I love. I really like winter, but the one thing I don’t like is the darkness.

    I did manage to exercise yesterday and will do so again as soon as I get off here. I guess the next step is getting back to logging.

    Tekavincent: I’m sorry for your loss.

    Hi Katla: thank you for the good thoughts! I hope so too.

    Pip: what happened to your knees?

    Rori: enjoy the prep! I need to convince myself to have a colonoscopy. I don’t want the meds.

    JanetR: I don’t know what the prayers are for, but if you and your grandson need them, I’ll send them!

    Kate UK: thank you for that reminder; many people have things far worse than I do. I need to concentrate on that. And I like the leggings!

    Goto52: great photos!

    Lacruiser: don’t be discouraged; see if you can find a problem, otherwise just keep on going!

    Kevrit: those dogs have the right idea!

    Barbie: the tacos sound great. I love the meatless crumbles.

    Well I need to get on that cross trainer or I’ll never get there. Happy Valentines day to all who enjoy it; we are going out Saturday so it doesn’t really feel like it today. Well at work we did run around picking names and passing out treats to each other and that was fun. I got a yellow rose, a couple of cookies, and some chocolate kisses (all paid for by work). So that was a nice break in the routine.

    Take care all, meg from sunny Omaha

  • ljdw99
    ljdw99 Posts: 360 Member
    <3
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    I got a hug and a box of chocolates from a sweet young student today--otherwise we don't celebrate the day <3

    Barbie what brand of meatless crumbles-I eat Morningstar Farms veggie crumbles. Nice texture and come in different flavors.

    NYKAREN
  • bwcetc
    bwcetc Posts: 2,835 Member
    edited February 2017
    Heather... love, love, love the photo of your grandchildren! Beautiful children!

    Sarah... your mother was lovely ... you resemble her quite a bit!

    JanetR ... I remember when your grandson asked for your help previously ... praying for his safety tonight and that he will reach out again ... and again ... for however long it takes for him to become clean again. Hugs.

    Michele ... I startled the dog laughing at the statement "nothing says love like shooting at the same target!" Hope you had a Happy Valentine's Day!

    Kim ... My first reaction, forgive me, was similar to yours and Heather's. All I can think is that your Brother is ill... in more ways than one ... you are not going to make him well by acquiescing to your mother's requests. Please don't let them undermine all that you've achieved by letting them making you feel guilty. Hugs.

    Ok, so I've been trying this weigh every day approach. It really sucks. But it really does help me see how my food choices directly impact the scale on the short term ... and, if left unchecked ...the long term. I'm expecting the scale to explode tomorrow!

    My husband and I didn't do anything special for Valentine's Day ... he's hurting too much again ... and I'm too tired from the last few days of activity. So, we "carbed" ourselves silly. Spinach, Farro and Mushroom Soup, bread and butter (more than one piece... ok, lots more!) and chocolate covered raisins (thought the raisins would make it healthier!). I'm going to bed now before I do any more damage!

    Have a good evening!
    Beth near Buffalo


  • SSC1958
    SSC1958 Posts: 411 Member
    Heather: Thanks for the Bea fix and amping up the joy with Max and Edie :)

    Katla: Glad you enjoyed the quote :)

    Toni: Glad you were able to get some rest.

    Karen in BC: Sorry you are feeling low. One of the girls at work today called it Singles Awareness Day. Maybe those of us who are single should celebrate too!

    Michele: Good logic in travelling a bit later and missing the rush. :)

    Kate UK: Love the pattern on your leggings.

    Re: Sorry that your knee is acting up again. Maybe some Voltaren or the diclofenac sodium topical gel could help you too? Only 3 days left in the week from Heck...you can do it :)

    Beth: I usually find it can take 2 days for the impact of my eating poorly to show up unless I've consumed a large amount of salt then it shows up the next day.

    Lisa: Thinking good thoughts for your hubby hope he is able to get in for the surgery tomorrow.

    Have a good night <3



    Carey - Northern Alberta
    "The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." - William James
  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,708 Member
    Hi Gals,

    All – thanks for all the support! I will do my best to be a supportive listener but not a participant.

    Heather – like you’d fake being sick in a foreign land!

    Pip – those knees look sore

    Sounds like most are having a good Valentines Day, For the gal who hates it – makes you feel more alone, I understand that – I’m single, can not remember a date on valentines day ever…. LOL there must have been one but don’t remember…My system is to make sure I am busy and don’t watch TV on that day at all… a good movie is fine. The upside of single valentines day is no chocolate or high calorie deserts…


    February Goals:
    Write Christmas letter, and have all cards ready to send by Dec1…this was for nov. but still working on it. Jan. still working on this….**** GET THIS DONE*******
    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 –
    Lunch with Kyle -



    Smiles.

    Kim from N. California
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,358 Member
    stats for the day:
    bike ride hm 2 gym- 13.06min, 13.7Amph, 135mhr, 2.9mi = 127c
    apple watch- 112c
    Ski Machine- 47min, 10incl, 25-50resist, 123ahr, 143mhr, 1.95mi = 372c
    apple watch- 359c
    bike ride gym 2 dome train station- 7.10min, 158mhr, 12.1amph, 1.4mi = 97c
    apple watch- 68c
    jog station 2 wk- 4.57min, 10.04min mi, 156mhr, .4mi = 55c
    apple watch- 52c
    jog wk 2 sta- 5.40min, 12.08min mi, 138mhr, .4mi = 69c
    apple watch- 57c
    bike ride dome 2 hm up Mst- 19.02min, 7.8amph, 2.4mi = 147c
    apple watch- 152c

    total cal 867c
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,252 Member
    edited February 2017
    :)NYKaren, the meatless crumbles we used are a brand called "Beyond Beef". They weren't all that great and we probably won't buy them again. I've used Morningstar Farms and liked that brand. One of our favorites is meatless meatballs in the Gardein brand. We put the meatless meatballs in marinara sauce. Jake has his over pasta and I have mine with a package of frozen cauliflower.

    :)Kim, I enjoyed the last book you read and recommended. I hope you'll read another one soon and let me know if it's worth reading.

    1056287i3zmwzup2m.gifStats for today:
    18,000 steps
    213 minutes walking Sasha and Bess
    157 minutes riding the exercise bike
    10 minutes doing physical therapy exercises including a 15 second plank (first time since before my surgery)



    <3 Barbie
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    Well I got an unexpected Valentine's Day gift! Considering we don't celebrate it was quite a surprise! The hubs will be attending a conference in early June in.....Las Vegas....and he wants to take me with him! The last REAL vacation we took was to Vegas several, okay, many years ago. So excited! I might even invest in a swim suit!

    Had a roaring headache again. Geesh I thought I had this problem licked. If a pattern develops like before with more than 15 a month (and I sincerely hope not) I will have to see a headache specialist again. Sigh. Slow eating day as I tried to chew slowly and savor every morsel of food put in my mouth. Hubs and I engaged in a lively conversation WHILE slowly and savorly (sp) enjoying our dinner instead of scarfing it down our gullets.

    I was thinking in the store today as I walked past the baking aisle that I have lost the amount of weight that is 3-5lb bags of sugar. I picked them up and golly gee that is quite a load off my joints!

    Holding y'all close to my heart!

    Cheri
    in chilly TX

  • AKcanookie
    AKcanookie Posts: 230 Member
    edited February 2017
  • jbrinker23
    jbrinker23 Posts: 88 Member
    JANETR...I was reading through some of the posts that I have missed and I read about your grandson...I just want to let you know that I am thinking about you and praying for his return and safety. I'm sure that this situation is very difficult, scary, heart-breaking, etc. for you and for all concerned. My son went through a period of difficulty with alcohol...several DWI's, a 120-day rehab program, arrests...it takes an emotional toll! Although the issues are different, the pain is very similar. It's so hard to watch someone that you love go through all of this. My thoughts are with you---praying for you all!

    Jayne
  • jbrinker23
    jbrinker23 Posts: 88 Member
    POERAVA14...Yes, I would be happy to share the Tomato Soup recipe!! When I made it, I didn't have any exact amounts, so I pretty much had to wing it! Here's what I did---I took about 4 TBSP. of butter and melted it in a skillet. Then, I mixed in about 1/2 cup of flour, stirred constantly and added 1 can of evaporated milk along with some 1% milk. Bring to a boil; stir occasionally, and remove from heat. Like I said, I didn't have any exact measures, so just keep adding until it's a 'soup' consistency! After the milk gravy was made, I took 2 large cans of crushed tomatoes and pureed them in a blender. Mix the milk gravy and the tomato puree in pot, season with basil. My dad likes sugar in it, so I added sugar to it as well. It's not much of a "recipe", but then again, recipes are just guidelines! Ha Ha!! Hope it turns out...

    Jayne
  • suebdew
    suebdew Posts: 1,298 Member
    Hope everyone had a good day. I stayed in my Jammie's all day and didn't even feel guilty. I walked in the house for 30 minutes to keep my back loose. It was fun to read what everyone did for Valentines. We both went out yesterday to get a surprise for each other.
    Heather- I agree that it is so easy to regain the weight lost. Re also has a good point that if you change your eating habits and food choices you will not be "dieting". I don't consider myself on a diet, I look at this journey as a reeducation project.
    Time for bed.
    SueBDew in TX
  • tekavincent
    tekavincent Posts: 160 Member
    Thanks everyone for the hugs and encouragement. Today was a better day as far as planning meetings. But it was a day full of details. It really does feel like planning for some big event like a wedding except it less time to plan and so surreal. Last night I laid down and closed my eyes and immediately I was transported to their kitchen four weeks ago. I was leaning on the pantry, his wife was standing in front of the island, and he was on the other side leaning on his elbows. We were laughing and cutting up. I jerked up face wet with tears. This funeral planning is so surreal.
  • janetr7476
    janetr7476 Posts: 4,001 Member
    KatyBug - LOVE the leggings. I almost ordered a VDay pair but changed my mind. They are beautiful on you. Thanks for sharing <3

    Janetr OKC
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,294 Member
    Love the leggings too!
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,072 Member
    Happy Valentine's Day to everyone. Had a quiet day here. We are celebrating with family on Thursday since that is when we could get together. I got some housework done and tried to read the book for book club but I am finding it not very engaging. I had 1/2 of a brownie for dessert tonight so did OK with eating on this day of chocolate.

    Lisa - Congratulations on no smoking and hope your DH gets his surgery tomorrow.

    Teka - Sympathy to you and yours. Sorry you are feeling overwhelmed.

    Janetr - Hope you hear from the DGS soon and that things are well with him.

    Kim - Sending you strength and peace.

    Meg - Good to see you posting and hope things work out for the best for you.

    Everyone take care, Sue in WA
  • spikeyhair
    spikeyhair Posts: 2,078 Member
    Kate UK <3<3
  • dreamwriter
    dreamwriter Posts: 610 Member
    Heather - The Grands are so darling.
    I love that your DH bought you a book about swearing in German. Enjoy.

    Sarah - Your Mom was lovely. I see a family resemblance.

    Michele - Vince does make sense. We try to never travel at the start or end of a holiday weekend. How long are you going to FL for? This weekend is family day weekend in Alberta. I'll be working.
    Your quote is among those painted on my deck.

    Pip - Your poor knees!

    Karen in BC - I'm sorry you are feeling so alone.

    Marni - Thanks for the Northern Hearts. They are beautiful.

    Today was better at work or maybe I just decided not to care as much. One of the girls was very excited to tell me that she is so happy because she has a new man in her life. I told her I was happy for her but did not need details. I got them anyways. LOL.

    I went to my weight loss nurse today. Holding steady was not what I wanted to hear.

    Wrote a couple of little notes from the men down in Texas. My sister and her friend were thrilled when I made my special delivery from Borger. Apparently my daughter chose very wisely when she bought the flowers at Costco. I had to take numerous photos of them and their flowers. Jheri bought flowers and split them between me, Keira and Harmony. They are very cheerful. The little princesses were thrilled that it was Valentine's. They examined Keira's cards many times. I was presented with 2 very creative cards from them.

    We stayed in. I am not fighting crowds on this day. Larry asked me but I told him unless he had reservations I did not want to go out. He requested roast beef, potatoes and cream corn. It never occurred to me that the corn would , of course, have sugar in it. I am just looking at this as a learning experience. I knew this, I just wasn't thinking. Back on track with No Sugar tomorrow. I did get him a card which he teared up over. I wasn't expecting that.

    Tomorrow I am going out to Boston Pizza with our Social Committee. The kids want me to have a few drinks with them but I think I will stick to mint tea or diet cola. This first meeting should prove interesting.

    I need to take up my exercise a notch. Chico is ready and willing to go on longer walks with me. I haven't been to the gym in a very long time or the pool for that matter.

    Reading "The Nazi Officer's Wife" and have had a few tears already. It is amazing what capacity for cruelty we humans have.

    -Sharon in Lethbridge.
  • ljdw99
    ljdw99 Posts: 360 Member
    :)
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