WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2017
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Machka ~ Hoping your surgery went well and you will be back to normal soon.
Mary ~ WOW! What great results for all your hard work.
Dana ~ Can't imagine having so many emails. Is there a reason you let them accumulate? Loved your red Christmas dishes.
Janet OK ~ Thankful your daughter was not badly hurt. Glad you are going to get to visit with her.
DJ ~ Is your daughter planning to stay close? Glad y'all had a beautiful day at the beach.
Heather ~ What a relief for you and your husband that you no longer have to worry about the houses. From what you have said, the house you live in is lovely even though you feel it's a little to far from the shopping you enjoy.
Kelly ~ Congrats on getting your day care filled.
Lenora ~ Glad you are getting SF to help with the car repair.
I have to go stay with my 5 yr old granddaughter until her mom gets out of school today. The poor thing has strep throat again for about the 4th time this year. Every so often it's either strep or ear infections. She had her adenoids out but I'm thinking they need to get the tonsils out.
I am cutting the dead parts of azaleas out in front of my house. They look so naked. I am sad because in the past they were always lovely. I am going to get creeping gardenias to grow behind hoping it will fill in some of the dead areas.
Carol in GA
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Well ladies, busy day for this ol' gal!! Today is my volunteer day serving at the senior luncheon. After I get home, I usually have lunch, then crash nap for an hour! I think its just 3 hours of socializing overstimulates my brain, and my thoughts! But today there shall be no nap, because its 'military day' at our grocery store. 10% off most items helps. I have figured out about 7 meals and I am spending about $45. I will let you all know how much I saved!
Have a great day y'all!
((((((((((((Hugs!)))))))))))
Becca
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Joyce: I have sympathy for your daughter. My MIL not only didn't like me, she was actively mean. She apologized on her deathbed. I forgave her and we both were able to move on. Now I'm in a tough spot because I don't like my son-in-law. He is lazy and a blowhard, but he is the father of my three grandchildren and I try to be nice. He is a loving dad. His mother is sweet but she raised weak sons. The oldest is a stand up guy who supports his family. One died of liver failure caused by acute alcoholism. One is an independent building contractor, but was living at home when I was there. So was my daughter and her whole family. :ohwell:
Alison: I'm so sorry you fell, and am glad you weren't seriously hurt. A mani & pedi is a lovely thing to do for yourself. WTG!!! :bigsmile:
Meg: OH my! I am so sorry you have the mumps. I've never had them and am keeping my fingers crossed that I never do. I hope you have a light case and get well soon.
Dr. Katie: I'm so sorry about your speeding ticket. :ohwell: It could have happened to me a zillion times, because I tend to have a lead foot. I've been lucky so far, and only been ticketed once. I wrote a letter to the judge and got my fine reduced. That was quite a few years ago.
Heather: I am so happy to hear that you've decided to stay in your current home. It is so lovely. I would feel like a ton of stress had been lifted if I was in your place.
M in OZ: I hope the surgery was totally successful. :flowerforyou:
Janetr: I hope you have a good visit with your daughter and granddaughter.
I had a text chat with my riding teacher last night regarding a class she was planning to take that I wanted to watch. She's had to cancel taking the class due to family visiting. She complimented me on how well I did during the cutting class. It is the biggest compliment I've ever had from her. There will be a horse acupuncturist at the stable during our usual lesson time so there won't be a lesson. I am planning to be there and see what the acupuncturist does.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
"The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." - William James
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My daughter said it is snowing in Denver. They are supposed to get several inches. That's crazy.
Janetr okc
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I posted this morning... and it's gone!
My ex MIL had a massive stroke yesterday and the hospital she was in is moving her to hospice. Her son went to visit and she was on the commode unresponsive. She's 88 and has a good life. Prayers for Barbara and her family!
I have so many emails cause every time I go delete 2000 then in a week there's a ton more. Mostly ads where I have bought stuff from. I have receipts in there and my husband uses eBay a lot so there's stuff from them too. It's just a mess. The more I go to websites to unsubscribe, it seems like there a ton more. It's so time consuming!! Ugh!!
Good day y'all
Dana in Arkansas1 -
Hi all - busy day ahead so no individual comments from me just now. You are all in my thoughts, girl scout cookies, adventures, surgery, anniversary, mumps, and all!
Love you,
Toni in Tennessee4 -
Hi everyone. I caught the mumps from a student who had it and was quite ill...hospitalized in fact. I am feeling better today but the headache lingers. I am fortunate to have a light case. I had to go back in and get a ton more blood, urine, and cheek swabs done for DNA testing. The health department is throwing a fit because last Friday when I was contagious, I was at the zoo. Ooops. I felt ok then! I did not have the mumps as a child, but did get a booster shot in the mid-90s and a blood test showed I was immune, but yes, the immunity does wear off after a while. Well, that's all for me for now because this headache is making it hard to look at the computer screen. Take care all, I promise I did not contaminate my post! Meg in mumpsville, aka Omaha6
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Dana - one thing that might help is simply getting a new e-mail address, and letting just those who matter to you know what it is. It's a pain, in many ways, but it stops the junkmail for a while.4
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Happy Museum Day!
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Joyce - I asked my stylist about doing a tortoiseshell color and his estimate was about the same. Maybe someday...
Meg - Oh, my gosh, so sorry about the mumps! I hear it's a lot harder for adults than it is for children! Hope you have a mild case and are on the mend soon.
Drkatiebug - So sorry about the speeding ticket... I have a bit of a "lead foot" and it's very easy to get lost in thinking about other things and nudge that accelerator a little too hard.
Heather - Congratulations on putting an end to the house sale and search! I'm glad you are both happy with the decision. It is SO stressful to be trying to sell a home!
Now I have to dash off to work. (Figuratively, of course... literally I just have to close the forum and open the project management software but that doesn't sounds nearly as exciting!) Work continues to be very busy but I'll have some good paydays ahead to make up for it.
Hope you all enjoy your day.
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Hi all,
Sending Machka good wishes. And Meg! I had mumps and measles as a kid, but German Measles as an adult.
Went and had my blood pressure checked. Guess what - it was up - 147 over 87. I explained all the stress, the sleepless night last night and the high sodium day yesterday with an Asian meal, so I am going back in three weeks for another go. I take 10 mgs of Amlodipine.
Also found out I have shrunk an inch. That takes my BMI up to 24. Only just in the healthy range.I wouldn't mind losing a few pounds, but basically I am happy with my shape. Most people think I am skinny!
Still happy with our decision to stay put. We are going to get a couple of hours a week help with the garden and simplify it a bit, getting rid of some of the vegetable beds. And we are going to get our painter friend to paint the hallway and landing. Really needs it. Next year we will need to replace the French doors.
I haven't back heard yet from my son and DDIL.
We will be able to plan a couple of short breaks for this year, which we had put on hold, not knowing where we would be. One thing I love about living here is having Southampton Airport so close. I also had the idea that we might have a mini holiday in Hove, perhaps renting a holiday apartment for a week.
That would be great fun and not a strain on the family.
I've done most of the prep for my brother's lunch tomorrow. I'm afraid I've been so pressed for time that I bought pancakes for the Crepes Suzettes from the chiller.
But the fishcakes are going to be fabulous! The mix is chilling in the fridge. Just have to get the Goulash out of the freezer.
Bought pink roses for the table.
Lots of love, Heather, feeling more relaxed now in Hampshire UK6 -
Back from mani-pedi was just lovely.. and I had ordered a cd from Walmart Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Friends . wow it was one powerful cd...Love Love it..
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Just checking in quickly today.
Yesterday was Norway's national holiday when lots of people wear folk dress from their home district. Every element of the costume is standardized, cloth pattern, cut, embroidery, purse, belt, jewelry, shawl, hat and so on. Some districts "allow" two or even three different colors. For example the blue one from Trøndelag can also use green or red cloth.
If you recognize where a "bunad" is from, you say so, and if you don't, you can ask and the owner will be proud to tell you. These costumes cost a fortune--even if you sew them yourself--but most people have them made to order, and then wear them for the rest of their lives. Girls often get their folk dress as a confirmation present, so you can imagine how often they get a bit tight over the years. :noway:
Blue version of the dress from Trøndelag - about a third of the way north along the Norwegian coast. I haven't been able to figure out where the dress on the right is from.
Red version of the folk dress from Tromsø (the vest can also be ochre yellow but the skirt is always brown and black and the apron always white and charcoal. Behind the young lady with the cornet is a woman in Østfold costume. Østfold is in southeastern Norway, along the Swedish border. This woman is also in the next picture.
Embroidery on the back of the dress from Østfold.
Folk dress from West Telemark - southern Norway.
All these pictures are from the Green Room where my choir was waiting before going on stage for the May 17 gala concert. Enjoy!
/Penny, waving the Norwegian flag just for once, at the North Pole
ADDED LATER: If you want to see the ten most popular Norwegian folk costumes (for women) check out this website. http://www.vg.no/spesial/2017/bunader/ You can zoom in on each costume and look at it from all angles.12 -
Sunny and warm this morning walking in park with grand and dog, lovely. started raining again this afternoon uggh
Did 14th day of squat challenge and 20 KB Swings, do miss the gym though, going home tomorrow, nice to see DH and sleep in my own bed
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Penny thank you so much for the lovely pictures and information about each costume and the area the represent. Enjoyed seeing them.
Janetr OKC2 -
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DJ ... I had a speeding ticket about 3 years ago ... went to court and made a plea deal. Paid a fine, agreed to go to a driving class and NO points on license. I sat for 4 hours in a room with mostly teenagers who could have cared less that they were there. The teacher seemingly rambled non-stop for all 4 hours and really I, as well as the others in the room, wondered if he was quite right in the head. But you know what? He was using a bit of psychology on us ... to this day I can remember nearly everything he spoke about!
Pip ... the photo of Floyd just made me smile ...
Making a concerted effort to stay on my plan while I'm getting increasingly overwhelmed with all I need to do around here and a lack of funds to do them. I just keep telling myself ... one thing at a time.
Beth near Buffalo5 -
Have a quick minute so here I am
Skipped exercising today and sat on my deck in the sun for 45 min. I know, I know, bad me. I have olive skin and used to bake all day with baby oil (even on face). Paying a little for it now so I put a 55 on my face and let the rest of me cook just a little every now and then. Then I use the Jergens lotion with a tint in it to keep a little color. It makes me happy!!
Yvonne - I love museums! I would always choose them over any other site to see any where I have been. Right now I am watching "Secrets of the Museum" on travel channel.
Penny - love the pictures of the costumes and the history lesson!
Meg - my mom had mumps when I was a teenager. She was so sick! In fact it is the only time I remember my mom being sick. My dad had an executive from Scotland visiting and had invited him to dinner at out house (first and only time I remember that happening) so I helped mom struggle through dinner prep and then she went to bed. I played hostess. As far as I know the gentleman didn't catch the mumps!
Heather - sounds like you are at peace with your decision. Making lemons into lemonade as the saying goes!
Lisa - How ironic or provident that the only girl scout cookies that tempt you are the ones you didn't get in your stash! I am most tempted by the plain old trefoil butter cookies and could mindlessly eat a whole tube in a snap!
Thinking of all of you. Thank you for being my friends!
TNToni putting dinner in the crockpot and off to work soon3 -
Yes,mostly at peace with the decision, but still hashing it over.
My son rang. Sounded a bit disappointed. So, another hash. But I think we couldn't really do anything else.Had no realistic offers in 7 months.Money is everything. Brighton and Hove is the second most expensive area in the country outside London. I just don't feel we are up to a major upgrade at this time in our lives. . Plus we were fed up with the estate agent's shenanigans.
Big thing to let go of, but, as long as we keep seeing the grandchildren, it is fine. I hope we will be able to do the holiday apartment thing . That would be fun.
For the first time in a few weeks I have hit the alcohol. Get a frowny face on my chart tonight.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx5 -
Well ladies, was OK this morning, but didn't feel well as I was at the community center. Stomach upset, sweats, and feeling light headed. Called husband to get me, and we went to the store. I sat in the car, and now I am resting on the couch. Feels good to be still.
Becca
Under the weather in
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beth and "don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good". That one always makes me feel better when overwhelmed and underfunded
Becca take care, hope this passes quickly.
Just minding my own business driving down the road when my muffler blew a hole-I am embarrassingly loud until I can get to my mechanic. And there goes my emergency fund-and that's why it's called an emergency fund.
Boy it's hot and I have nooooo energy.
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Good Afternoon
I hope to join in regularly. I am 56, 8 grandkids, and a busy life. :-)5 -
At least 5-6 tornadoes have touched down out west so far and it's still going. It's a huge tornadic storm. Very scarey.
Janetr okc1 -
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janetr7476 wrote: »At least 5-6 tornadoes have touched down out west so far and it's still going. It's a huge tornadic storm. Very scarey.
Janetr okc
Golly - stay safe!2 -
We're supposed to get hit down here later tonight but they already have us under a tornado watch...or is it a warning? I can never remember.
Added - I'm online watching my boss play bridge at the senior championship. They're getting killed this match. I love the internet.
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Be safe Janet NYKAREN1
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