WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR OCTOBER 2017

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  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,251 Member
    Marcelyn sorry for your frustration.

    :heart: Margaret
  • fanncy0626
    fanncy0626 Posts: 7,152 Member
    Today I am really going to the fair! It doesn't open until noon so I got my morning workout in. We will be back in time could you our evening work out. One reason I believe I am successful is that I make my workout a priority. I also found a workout that actually works for me with my lifestyle and wanting to work out at home. More important than working out I believe is a low-carb diet! However because I have achieved maintenance and continue with my workouts I pretty much can eat and drink whatever I want.

    Kettlebell Swing
    Morning workout
    Goblet squat-3X5X 35
    Russian kettle bell swing- 22X7X 35
    Evening workout
    Goblet squat-3X5X 35
    Russian kettle bell swing-14X7X 35
    Chest press-3X5X 35
    Modified-3X5X bodyweight

    <3

    Mary from Arizona
  • jmkmomm
    jmkmomm Posts: 3,247 Member
    Carol, I have to access the community page through the browser Safari that came on my iPad. When you get on it, bookmark it and it's simple to get here Avery day.
  • ydailey
    ydailey Posts: 516 Member
    Happy International Artists Day!

    “International Artists Day honors those creative souls that will leave a record of today for the future that can’t be captured in history books.” I have such respect for artists… I’m not un-creative, but I don’t really see things the way an artist does. I’m so glad there are people who do!

    Lisa – I’m really glad you were able to be there for your sister.

    Machka – That’s a very stylish hat for enjoying the races!


    I guess our recent rain brought in some pollen and/or mold, because I woke up with a stuffy nose and an itchy throat this morning. Hope it’s allergies and not a cold! I had horrible allergies as a young adult – I’d have traded them for a cold any day because the allergies had me sick year-round. Once I got acclimated to the altitude and arid climate in New Mexico, my allergies pretty much went away. We’ve been back in Texas now for about ten years and although I’m starting to get some seasonal hay fever, the really severe allergies never have come back. (Knock on wood!) Our area is in multiple pollen belts and has very high pollen counts.

    Wishing everyone a creative day.

    -Yvonne in TX
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    Marcelyn ack, I feel your frustration, sending strength, that is so so frustrating. I've never used any of those id protection services.

    NYKAREN
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,517 Member
    M - love your hat.

    I can get the Community on my tablet. This ability came when I downloaded the app.
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,517 Member
    Becca -we just saw a sign for"naked mountain winery. Is that a winery for nudists? Lol
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,692 Member
    Hi all!
    Survived the day. :D Had to touch my bracelet quite a few times. Once I went to the toilet to renew my inner peace quotes . "Lack of interest in judging others" Our host does diffuse things quite a bit and she talks to him.
    I managed to limit my alcohol and hope I can do the same tomorrow.
    We had a great bbq in the "bbq hut" , a purpose built hut which is very popular in Scandinavia where it was made. There is a charcoal grill and chimney in the middle and you sit round it like a campfire. Very cosy, which is important in Scotland. :o Plus it keeps the midges off. I kept within my calories, so I'm pleased. Tomorrow I hope we will get a chance to walk a bit. We are going to a lunch time theatre with a "pie and a pint". Afterwards a garden or museum.

    Much love, Heather UK xxxxxxx
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Heather~ glad you made it through the day...
    I am home and in jammies and tucked into bed.. just spoke with Tom and he had to give poor Chester a pain pill, going to the Vet tomorrow and i am sure they will tell us he needs another operation.. we will have to split the cost on this, but will have a chat with the Dr as she and her husband own the practice to see if we can get a 2 dog discount and because this will be hist 4th operation ,to cut us some slack.. I understand they have to make a living but even a little cut would be nice....
    have the windows open and no rain tonight so will sleep with them open..
  • okiewoman510
    okiewoman510 Posts: 1,313 Member
    Evening Ladies - Long day at work again today. I woke up at 1:15 this morning and couldn't go back to sleep. It made for a really long day. Now I would like to go take a bath and get in my jammies but I have tree trimmers in the back yard. They didn't leave until 7 yesterday, so I'm guessing it will be a similar time tonight. Grrr. I have a feeling I'll be sound asleep by 9 tonight.

    Okie in the TX Hill Country
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,246 Member
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  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,040 Member
    <3
  • ryenday
    ryenday Posts: 1,540 Member
    Just popping in. Very busy but reading here and wanted to say hi. Intermittent fasting still seems to be doing the trick, and I feel much better than I did the previous months.

    Does anyone have a particular Vitamin D supplement they recommend?

    Cin Cin a tutti

    Rye
  • drkatiebug
    drkatiebug Posts: 1,975 Member
    edited October 2017
    Carol, I’ll be following your floor story. I got two quotes for my kitchen floor along with a quote for retiling the bathrooms. We can’t afford either of them right now at that price. It was from Dalton Carpet One. We’re still waiting on a quote from a general contractor for the bathrooms and hardwood floors in the bedrooms and living room. I was looking at luxury vinyl sheet flooring and luxury vinyl planks for my kitchen. I really want the vinyl planks, but the bathrooms are most important, with hardwoods second, and kitchen last. We have enough for just the bathrooms if necessary, but I really want it all. My inner child had to be put in timeout on Saturday, and I’m sort of still pouting. Who was talking about tiling bathrooms? I picked out plain gray hexagons for the floor and shower wall, a matching subway tile for the tub surround, a glass mosaic for accents, and a fairly plain speckled gray mosaic for the shower floor. The tile sales woman came out to the house and helped me match the glass mosaic to the countertop and gave me suggestions after I told her what I liked. We will buy the tile from her, but probably will have someone else install it. Depends on the other estimates.

    I think I’m on my last Fitbit. My Alta, which is a year old, is starting to give me syncing and charging issues. They cost too much not to last any longer than they do. I’m going to go with something cheaper and simpler that uses a watch battery. I’m going to baby this Alta along until it totally gives up the ghost, though. I’ve put myself on a spending freeze until this remodeling issue is settled, and I know how much we’ll need for that.

    Barbie, I’m sending good thoughts your way for Jake’s tests, and Allie, the same to you for your dog’s issues.

    There is more I wanted to say, but I can’t remember it all. I was 99 posts behind and really need to start taking notes as I read.

    K


  • langman22
    langman22 Posts: 786 Member
    Hi ladies,

    Just checking in.

    Mary, I think my daughter and I are going to try the kettlebells. I’m not normally this dense but am not clear on what the details are for a kettlebell program. I’m a step-by-step kind of person so if you could point me to a specific program or video that would help. All the abbreviations are confusing. I’d like to start with just the kettlebells without lifting weights if that would work. I checked on the kettlebells at work and they only had 3, 8, and 10 lbs. I think if my daughter and I are going to do them at home I’ll have to buy some. Maybe start with 10lbs? Thanks again for your help. I really appreciate your patience with me.

    Machka, love the hat!

    Penny, hang tough girl and don’t let those nasty cravings win. Good for you for staying within calories.

    Heather, good for you surviving the day. I’m sure it was a challenge.

    Allie, sending good thoughts for Chester.

    Barbie, hope Jake’s test goes well.

    Stayed within my calories today and also did pretty good with carbs. Got some almonds to have for a snack and they seemed to satisfy. Down a smidgen today which made me happy. It’s not much but it’s going the right direction. If I go back up again tomorrow I’ll scream. Those pesky 3 lbs!

    Well that’s about it for today. In bed and looking forward to my nightly reading.

    Terry comfy in VT
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    edited October 2017
    Lagopus wrote: »
    Machka - that's a Phalaenopsis. They're incredibly low maintenance as orchids go, and thrive on neglect. The worst thing you can do is to overwater them. A good strategy is just to dip the whole pot briefly in room temperature water once a week. The orchid will love standing in a light place without direct sun, ideally above but not touching a water surface. Or you can mist them a couple times a week if you're the energetic type of plant owner (which I'm not). Moisture on their roots makes them sad, but having extra moisture from evaporation in the air around them makes them happy. When the blossoms fade it will probably take several months before any new stalks come up, but they will eventually, so don't give up. My two Phalaenopses have been blossoming for years, despite living in a desert-dry place where there's no sunlight at all for months.

    Thank you! I have rarely had plants of any sort, and the ones I have had haven't done particularly well. My mother used to rescue them from me. But about 18 months ago, I bought a peace lily for work which is doing well. It's another one that doesn't seem to need much attention.

    I have this one sitting on my dining room table which is where my laptop and I are. So I'm looking out across the bay with the orchid right in front of me. It's pretty. :) But the sun doesn't come in this window, so that's good.
    GRITSandSLUTS wrote: »
    Marchka - That orchid is beautiful! So full of flowers and tons of blooms not yet opened. You will enjoy it for quite some time.

    Orchids are not nearly as 'fickle' as some think. Important thing to remember is to NOT over water them; but, instead of a couple of ice cubes (that melt slowly) I would slowly pour water into mine and counting to 3, 5, or 7 depending on the pot they're in. I would not use ice cubes because of the melting of the cubes still means they get 'cold' water. If I wanted to make sure I was not going to over water them, I would 'melt' the ice cubes (2 or 3 for the smaller ones) and 5 or 7 (for the larger ones) and pour the room temperature into them ... evenly around the pot sides. A different dish for each plant you have. That plant might be in a pot as big as 5" across (maybe more). I would say - no more than 1/4th of a cup of water weekly if that is the size of pot it is in. Looks like a very mature plant to have that many flowers on it. Stakes to keep it 'upright' (if not already some in the pot and used those small hair clips to keep the stem to the stake. Or a twist tie that is loosely twisted. The quickest way to kill them is to overwater them. I found that my watering method worked for me when I had them out on the glassed-in porch. I would cut off the flower stem as soon as it dropped its last flower and started drying up, all the way back as far as I could to the leaves. I use dog clippers to cut them back, because it is so much easier and less damaging on the leaves. Do NOT get water on the leaves. When we went to Louisiana in August, my DOS succeeded at 'killing' over 1/2 of mine. I was 'so upset' about it and I won't replace them until the 'new' ones come out in spring. ... You can check their health by feeling the leaves. If they are firm and slightly cool to touch they are getting enough water and where they are is a good place for them. About 68 - 72 degrees is a pretty good range of consistent temperature for them. But, every few weeks, take a damp cloth and 'dust' the leaves, top and bottom to get the dust off their leaves so they can breath. They really like to be 'pot-bound' for them to re-bloom. Cutting the dead flower stem helps them put out new growth and that is where they grow to flower. Try to buy ones that have a tag on them that they are re-blooming. Get orchid fertilizer and follow the directions on it about how much and when to fertilize them. You can let the stem dry out completely (like a daylily or iris) and not run the risk of nicking the leaves; but I go ahead and deadhead them (cut them back - or pull out the flower stem if it is completely dried out to the leaves. If their leaves start to wither, they are dehydrated. Some you are just going to lose no matter what you do. They are either in a draft, getting too much sun or water; but, once you get the 'hang' of taking care of one and having it put out new growth and/or re-blooming you will be 'hooked'. I'm just going to wait until the porch is finished before I put that much money into one plant ... but, they are really easier to grow than violets are (in my opinion). I love all kinds of flowers and plants. My porch will look like a greenhouse when I get finished with it. I have a Japanese Magnolia which is pretty tall and gives it some much needed shade on the west facing porch; but, I have decided that I will put up several panels of 'sheers' that I can pull together for when it gets really hot (usually in August and September) where we live. And next time, I will 'show' my son 'how to water my plants' and NOT just 'tell him'. I thought I made it crystal clear about the plants; but, obviously I did not.

    A water meter is another good way to determine when they need water or not. If you are able to stick you finger into the potting medium up to the first joint and it isn't damp, it probably needs water. Some garden centers plant theirs in either sphagnum moss or bark. I'd only repot them when they get so pot-bound that the roots are coming out of the pot and drying out. Soak the medium you plan to repot them in ... the don't need any type of 'soil' because like I said they are really a parasite type of plant, they don't grow in soil.

    Thanks Lenora, this orchid is in a little pot, maybe about 3" in diameter. It was just given to us like this, and I'm not sure if I should think about repotting it or just leave it or what.

    I think I did get water on one leaf, it has turned yellow, but the other leaves seem all right.

    My husband is the plant person, although he usually works with outdoor plants like the orchard he manages, and the hedges and roses and things. We've got so many roses in our yard! But he has never had an orchid either.

    M in Oz
  • mikesmom1983
    mikesmom1983 Posts: 582 Member
    LisaInNCNow wrote: »
    For Chris in MA - https://www.tucsontopia.com/45-reasons-to-move-to-tucson/amp/

    Thank you so much Lisa for taking the time out of your incredibly busy day to send this to me. It made me feel better about the possible move. You are a gem!

    Chris in MA
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Hidee ho ladies just got off the phone with my BIL ex girlfriend..my BIL is as big a Yutz if not bigger than Tom..well took my melatonin now off to bed.
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,246 Member
    stats for the day:

    I'm sick :0(

    bike ride hm 2 gym- 8.32min, 143mhr, 10.5amph. 1.4mi= 92c
    apple watch- 68c
    *manual* TREADMILL walk- 30min, 16.18min mi, 144mhr, 1.84mi = 230c
    apple watch- 221c
    bike ride gym 2 dome- 6.13min, 14.3amph, 128mhr, 1.4mi= 63c
    appple watch- 43c
    ride bike puy 2 sumn sta- 16.58min, 146mhr, 10.9amph, 3mi= 171c
    apple watch- 115c
    jog sta 2 wk- 5.10min, 145mhr, 9.59min mi, .5mi= 70c
    apple watch- 58c
    jog wk 2 sta- 4.38min, 10.01min mi, 144mhr, .4mi = 54c
    apple watch- 52c
    ride dome 2 hm up Mst- 20.12min, 7.1amph, 144mhr, 2.4mi = 184c
    apple watch- 140c

    total cal 864
  • suebdew
    suebdew Posts: 1,298 Member
    Barbie- that was really sweet of Jake to drive home in time for your class. Sure hope they find the problem with his back. My DH hurt his about a month ago moving some big rocks. Sometimes the left side hurts and sometime it is the right side >:)
    Planted some bulbs today just before the coolest weather of the year comes in Friday. This morning the heater came on at 4 am and set the fire alarm off. Rude way to wake up.
    Decluttered several more drawers this morning and hoping to finish up this week.
    Michele- thinking of you and sending positive energy.
    SueBDewTX
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,191 Member
    :)<3Michele, I'm thinking positive thoughts for you and all your challenges this weekend. I know you'll be a fabulous mom and increase your daughter's happiness.
  • fanncy0626
    fanncy0626 Posts: 7,152 Member
    edited October 2017
    Terry- I think that the 10 pound kettle bell would be a great starting point for both you and your daughter. Look at the link that I am posting here for videos and information on the four week/five-week program that I recommend. Then ask me questions about things that you're unsure of and I will help you out. Most important thing is correct form which you can practice with the video that is attached. There are also videos of the goblet squat that you need to practice as well. Don't forget to get the swing timer app on your phone.

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10449355/update-stronglifts-and-kettlebell-transformation-pictures#latest

    <3

    Mary from Arizona
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    ydailey wrote: »
    Machka – That’s a very stylish hat for enjoying the races!

    -Yvonne in TX
    exermom wrote: »
    M - love your hat.
    langman22 wrote: »
    Machka, love the hat!

    Thanks! I actually want to see if I can get the flowers to lie down a bit more than they do, but I'll fuss with it later. I need it for November 7th. I've also got a dress or two in mind to wear with it, but it will depend very much upon the weather.


    It's Royal Hobart Show day today ... a holiday here. Unfortunately my husband had to work ... orchards don't take breaks. However, I've been for a long walk in the cliffs on either side of "our" beach and will settle down to study for a bit now.


    M in Oz
  • evie1958
    evie1958 Posts: 863 Member
    edited October 2017
    K, I have a fitbit Alta as well and have had issues with it not synching. I actually reset the fitbit, I Googled the instructions to do that. That worked the first time, then I ended up dumping the program from my computer and reloading it. I have also made the program think that I have a new fitbit, this all seems to help. I've had mine for almost two years now.
    Well, caught up with all the posts, but am on my tablet so wasn't able to write a reply as I went along like I can on the computer!
    Today was a not bad day, got lots of exercise in and am quite tired tonite. Now if only I could sleep..... :confused:
    I suspect this is part of my issues with eating, not sleeping properly so I tend to grab what's handy rather than what's healthy. I also tend to grab stuff that I don't need or even want
    Hope everyone has a great day!
    Evelyn, Vancouver Island

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