WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR FEBRUARY 2018
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I love, love this. Put in my PC as screen saver. May have to print it out and put in front of my nose EVERYWHERE
Janetr OKC
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coastalgosgal wrote: »Wendy, Are you by chance a Gemini? I know my emotions need to come out one way or another! Either with positive actions, (something you've been denied of when visitors from hell descended on you), or a good cry. Glad you stood your ground with DH. Your arena is a physical representation of freedom. Freedom you haven't had access to. Take it back girlie, and ride!
Hugs!
Becca
I was musing over what that arena represents to me, because it surely is a symbol to me. For one, having an arena was something "rich" people have. I grew up poor and didn't have as much as the other kids had, but I always had a horse, so I FELT rich in the way it really mattered. I never thought I would have an arena but then I decided that if I started taking steps towards creating one, maybe God would answer my prayer. So I started at the top of my hill and began digging. Filling up the wheelbarrow and dumping the dirt at the bottom of the hill. People used to mock me. They called it my "potato patch." I am an introvert and shy, so people tend to underestimate me. They don't know that my favourite quote is by Winston Churchill: Never, never, never give up! My other motto is: Do what you can, don't worry about what you can't. I couldn't afford a machine to move the hill, but I could use a shovel and wheelbarrow. So I did. For years. And now I have an arena. I named it and made a sign for it. It is called Dreams Come True arena. I let anyone who wanted to, come and ride horses in it.
It was like a magnet, attracting the neighbourhood kids. I started the Dreams Come True Club and the kids would come after school to ride there on my lovely wild horses that I rescued from slaughter. It was a free club so that poor kids who could not afford a horse would have an opportunity to ride.
My DH slaughtered that dream and I had to close the club and re-home most of the horses. We split up for awhile but now we are back together.
The arena represents my dream. The bee business is his dream. His dreams have always been prioritized over mine. I am a non-confrontational person and I avoid arguments as much as I can. I had a violent, angry father and I learned early on to shut up. So it is a bit of a victory to stand up for myself and draw a line, in the arena sand. It is not a total victory because he has put two huge railroad containers in one corner of the arena and I can't move them out, but I am doing what I can and moving anything smaller out. I am continuing my work on it today.
Wendy
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Mary, I grew up near Sacramento (Citrus Heights and Carmichael) and I went to Sacramento State University for my first year of higher education before I got offered a free trip to New Zealand, where I didn't know it but my new life awaited me. Why are you headed there? And so cool to see a bobcat! I am fascinated by desert areas and think that I might retire to a place like Arizona one day.
Michelle- Roxy Dillon's book is called Bio-Young. It is my anti-aging bible.
I went to a birthday party for one of my riding students yesterday afternoon. It was a barbecue at the beach. I took my little dachshund Honey with me. We went for a long barefoot walk on the sand. I do love living by the beach. Maybe I can alternate between beach, desert and mountains. LOL I love change and get bored easily. I ate far too much. Today I am starting a fast. I need to get back to my Happy Place. It is a looong way away right now. Wearing fat pants. Wendy
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(((Wendy)))0
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Wendy- it was very cool see the bobcat! I think you would love Arizona. We definitely do. A good fast is a great way to reboot your body!
Mary4 -
Wendy - ((( GREAT BIG HUGS))) ... Your situation brings back memories. I've had several occasions when I had my fill and let DH have it so loudly I'm surprised it didn't register on the Richter scale. Last time, DH said "pipe down, the neighbors will hear" and I said in that case, I'm ready to TURN UP THE VOLUME!!! Suddenly he was willing to sit down and talk about the situation and actually give an inch.
Why is it they get so wrapped up in themselves the only way to get their attention sometimes is to do that??
There was a time when I considered trading him in for a different model, but soon realized the different model still was wired similarly. So, I think old husbands are kind of like that 'classic car' that sits in the garage and is driven sometimes. Leaks oil, often isn't dependable, but still there are great memories and you know where most of the wear is and what might break next, lol. The devil I know.
Your visitors reminds me of a couple of my DH's friends who weren't really friends at all, and I drew a line in the sand and told him they were NEVER to darken our doorstep again. They were involved in something totally against my values plus I discovered they were trying to put a friend of mine out of business. I ended up testifying against them at a hearing - they probably thought I was on their side. WRONG!! I "had the goods" on them and they disappeared from our lives.
I found it always pays to be the sober one when around questionable people who are under the influence. If you can stand being around them, sometimes they spill good info, lol. Maybe that's why I like mystery and thriller shows so much!
So you keep digging and hauling. Just be careful in case your DH comes up missing, the local constable might wonder what's under that fresh dirt!
Later - sounds like you are living in the perfect environment, so close to the beach and the water's cleansing powers. You are in that place and his life for a reason and I admire you searching inward to find happiness when necessary.
Janetr - "lost my excuses, found my results" is stellar! Thank you, I've copied that to my desktop.
Netflix is acting weird but I'm going to see if they have "The Lady in the Van". Sounds good. Had lunch with a couple of GF's yesterday who saw and loved "The Shape of Water" and said they would see that movie again!
The term "functional fitness" came up - love it. I think that's my strength routine is all about. Being and staying in good enough shape to live a good life. Can't ask for much more than that.
Ladies, have a good afternoon.
Lanette
SW WA State where it's rainy now, high winds predicted this afternoon, snow predicted tomorrow. We're ready.
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Wendy I feel angry that your husband won't move those railroad containers. It seems that he doesn't respect you.
Karen in Virginia4 -
Allie Mary and Lenora have your best interest at heart. Tom does not. Your future is at stake and this divorce and your brother is distracting you from working on the class you need for your job. Focus on what you need to build your future. When you deal with either one of them just tell them that you are working towards building a better future. Then say Goodbye. to them and leave it at that. Less is more.
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So last night was fun. Nooo, husband wasn't being bawdy, but I did have a long conversation with eldest son, (on Messenger). I told him to add his two brothers in the group chat of husband and I. So now its all 5 of us! Middle son chimed in last night, and I smiled while sipping my tea. They have always gotten along well. My middle son caters to his toy obsession. Plus I think most young men, when given an opportunity to chat about toys, and computer games, without being embarrassed, will jump in with both feet. And last night they did. 60 comments worth of fun, no adult issues. Then my middle son had to go to bed because he had to work today. They told each other how much they missed each other and loved each other. Awe, I know...sweet.
Ooh eldest son sent me a rental home listing. Take a look! Nice eh??
https://www.apartments.com/380-ledgewood-beach-rd-coupeville-wa/g7r60xw/
It will be gone, by the time we officially start looking after husbands surgery, but its one I'll keep track of.
Becca5 -
Hello everyone!! I have several things that need to be done this Saturday...and have started a few...but need to get busy!! That is what ends up happening when I have the whole day to myself...I start too many projects!! Will get my steps in!!
Have so enjoyed getting to know all of you!!5 -
KetoneKaren wrote: »Wendy I feel angry that your husband won't move those railroad containers. It seems that he doesn't respect you.
Karen in Virginia
Karen, you are a good friend to have. I feel like you are "on my side" although there shouldn't have to be sides in a marriage. We should be working together, heading in the same direction with a common goal. In many ways we are and our common goal is to pay off our small farm, be freehold and buy a large farm one day. I understand that the bee business is the most likely way for us to achieve this goal. I have had to make sacrifices and compromises and the railroad storage units are part of that. I agreed to it as a "short term" temporary plan until we could afford to buy more land and move our bee business elsewhere/ or move ourselves elsewhere. But he has been officially kicked out of the remainder of my arena! No more creeping into my riding areas. I slept upstairs last night and we are not speaking this morning. He has already left to work in the hives. Did I mention he is a workaholic? I am alone much of the time, so I fill that void with my pets and I keep myself busy by running, hiking, riding, and of course, working.
Lanette, thanks for cheering me up with your fabulous sense of humour. I am the same as you and don't really think trading in my "old devil" will be of much use since I would just get a whole new set of problems and I am used to dealing with the old problems. Wendy 5 -
janetr7476 wrote: »I love, love this. Put in my PC as screen saver. May have to print it out and put in front of my nose EVERYWHERE
Janetr OKC
I like this better...
“When u don’t let go of your excuses, pips boot will b strapped on to help you want to get rid of them so u don’t have her boot up you *kitten* all the time “5 -
Pip lol I love it, I may have to print it out too. You are "such a kick in the pants"
Janetr OKC4 -
Pip - why don't you post a photo of your boot and I'll tape a copy of that to my snack pantry. PLEASE???
Lanette
SW WA State waiting for the big wind! Where did it go?5 -
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Lanette, the wind is here in Victoria!! lol Blowing like crazy here today, with the added joy of driving rain at times! There is also some rain at times, just fun times all around! There is also talk of the "s word" happening tonite. Really hope that doesn't happen, we are just so not set up for that kind of weather.
Wendy, glad you got your arena back, for the most part anyway! It does seem that men just don't get it sometimes!
Good for you for standing up for your rights, but I do hope you and hubby can get back on an even keel soon.
Janet OKC, I too love the excuses poster! I think I need to print it out and paste it up in many places around my house!
Becca, that listing is quite nice! sure hope you can find something that will work for you when you are ready to move.
NY Karen, so envious of your trip to Rome! Have a blast!
That's it for me for now.
Evelyn, Vancouver Island, hoping I don't get blown away!3 -
Hello ladies, I haven't tried out the microphone on the key board. MAainy because it is weird talking to to you all with my husband sitting beside me. I have also found a remedy to drinking my ice tea or soft drinks and them hurting my cheeks. When I am eating out, I ask for no ice. Now this works fine for tea but not for soft drinks. So I guess no I need to stick to tea. I love my diet 7 up and diet A&W root beer and so I just leave it out on the shelf and don't refrigerate them.
I sure hope Allie does not leave. But I fear she may. I think it all started when she saw him in court. I remember that she said he looked so tired. The compassionate woman in her kicked in then. Then the lawyer asked them to see what they could do and there was a downward spiral. That's how it appeared to us. But to Allie it was t a downward spiral. The wife/woman in her still cares for how he is even though she is trying to divorce him. Maybe she wants both, his well being and a divorce.
Blood pressure is better but the fingers still hurt like the dickens. Only change is the Lyrica sure helps for the good nights sleep. Well that and wearing my heavy glove on.
5 years ago today I brought this beautiful girl home to give our lives some joy. She immiately fit in and we have loved her ever since.
We love you Melody.
Well that wasn't what I wanted. The picture is my favorite pic of her and it is my screen shot on my iPad but I didn't mean to have all the other stuff in the picture posts here.
Joyce, indiana6 -
Yep, Evelyn! You don't know how many cool places have come and gone since my son and I decided to be roommates! Our requests are simple: $1775-1800 a month, 2000+ sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, wood floors, large garage, basement with family room, and fireplace or wood stove. Simple huh!
Becca
Looking for utopia in
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KarenUK: I hope you enjoy your evening out.
Janetr: I love this: "When I lost my excuses I found my results." Spot on! Thanks for sharing.
Wendy: Thanks for mentioning Bio-Young. I'll look for it. :flowerforyou:
Allie: I'm officially jumping on the bandwagon with Mary, Lenora & Margaret. Put yourself first and see to it that your needs are protected. (((HUGS)))
Becca: What a cute home in Coupeville. It is a lovely area. I enjoyed our visits to Whidbey Island. Sadly, we haven't been there in a few years. :ohwell: Avoid the side of the island that faces west toward the Straits of Juan de Fuca. It has had some nasty episodes of landslides & cliff-side homes falling into the ocean a few years ago. Not a good thing. :noway: Also check out microclimates. I think that there are dryer parts of the island and wetter parts. Pick a place that fits your preferences.
Pip: I agree with Lanette. I'd love to have a photo of your boot--or maybe a model number. Does it come in narrow sizes? :devil:
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
"So many of us believe in perfection, which ruins everything else, because the perfect is not only the enemy of the good; it's also the enemy of the realistic, the possible and the fun."
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