WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2018
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Kylia - So sorry to hear of your friends passing. I'm glad you were able to hear your friend thought so highly of you he spoke of you to others. Thanks for the congrats! I'm so glad to finally be at my goal.
Becca - I'm so glad you are getting settled and can start living your dream life!!
Machka - Continued prayers and good thoughts.
Terry - You continue to be in my prayers. I hate to hear how you are struggling. As someone else mentioned, take it one meal at a time. Don't try to tackle the whole thing at once. Heck, if you have to, take it one bite at a time. I am a firm believer in there being no bad food. Eat whatever you want, but learn that if you want the bread and butter, then you don't get much else because it takes a lot of your calorie budget. I use bread and butter because it was my biggest calorie bomb. I chose to not eat it because I would rather have a heaping plate of veggies to fill me up than a slice of sour dough with butter slathered on it. Pop in here whenever you need encouragement, someone is usually around to reply to you and help you. Your weight doesn't define you. Don't fall into the trap of equating your worth with your weight. Hugs!
Lisa - Thanks for the congrats! Safe travels to you and your hub.
Okie in the TX Hill Country who needs to get off her butt and get her walk in before work5 -
BARBARA “Midwest Trish were you PatCeOH?”
Yes,I was & miss her .....LOL
Have to keep notebook close,as I dropped several apps rather than change info (didn’t use them),Did change PW etc on
most others. What a job that is!
Thankful I never got into a lot of stuff on here,& no banking. Like several posters mentioned,I was born a private person.
No idea where that came from,but there it is.
Midwest Trish4 -
Well here I am... yesterday not good..I worked a full day but had a temp all day and had bloody stool(tmi)I think it is a bit of diverticulitis..took some Tylenol and my fever broke and I went to sleep.still having a few issues but not as bad...don't have insurance right now so can't run to the Dr.
Working a full day today also but I'm assisting and hopefully feel better than I did yesterday.
One thing about being sick and being on your own is ,your alone no one to help take care of you but you..lol6 -
Good morning!
Allie- I hope you feel better today. ((Hugs))
Trish- I too have a notebook for passwords. I am lost without it!
Lisa- Excitement for your next chapter in this book of life. Living with adult children can be challenging. I love spending time with my family, but love when I have my time back, too!
Well ladies, it is work then rental again. At least I am beginning to see an end to that project. Need to get some bills paid this morning.
Have a blessed day!
Kylia smiling in Ohio just because....4 -
Needing advice about orthotics. Prices in stores & on line are all over the place.
DD has worn them for yrs.......from foot Dr ....still used her 1st pair,after 20 yrs! She just ordered new.
Neighbor buys them in a shop & pays $50 every 6 mos for new pair.
My feet aren’t terribly bad,but tired of only being able to buy 2 brands of shoes,both very $$$.With orthos,can use them in most shoes. Hope this makes sense.
Midwest Tricia2 -
Good morning! Happy Tuesday! It's National Farm Animal Day! Yea! I like silly little holidays like this one, because nothing is easier than planning activities/crafts around farm animals. Some of the first sounds kids learn are farm animals, Old MacDonald is still a favorite song, they love books about farm animals (and there are a GAJILLION out there), SO...this makes for an extremely easy day for me. We are having pasta for lunch, so that I don't have to explain where their hamburger, ham or chicken comes from. You'd be surprised how many kids don't make the connection between chicken tenders/nuggets and actual chickens. lol When I was a child, my brother told me that eggs were chicken babies stolen from their mothers! I remember crying and I didn't eat eggs again until adulthood.
Machka- So happy you are taking care of yourself during this time. I have often wished some one would write a pamphlet in regards to what to expect when you are handling health emergencies. Something that lets you know what info the hospitals will need from you, different medical terms used and what it means in regards to steps that will need to be taken. It was a HUGE wake up call when dealing with the care of my younger sister and now my mother in law. I am following your DH's progress closely, as you share, and am happy to hear that he is making small progresses. You both are in my mind much. Sending love
Becca- You've made it! So happy you are on your island! I agree with Heather, rest a bit and take your time unpacking. What a lovely neighborhood to walk through and get to know!
Heather, Karen UK- 140 is my goal weight. I am 5'8 and 140 was the weight where I was always the most "comfortable". I think for my wedding I weighed about 128; but I was always hungry! lol I hate to think how far away from that I let myself get; but I am heading down the scale and am determined to get there (or as close to it as possible and still feel/stay healthy). Heather, running is amazing for whittling that extra little bit of weight off! I am hoping, when I lose just a bit more, to get back out and begin running again. Maybe by that time my knee will have healed.
Lisa-I know you are like a horse at the starting gate, waiting for the race to start. You have two days, but I bet it sometimes feels like 48 looooong hours! I can only imagine the stress that must be a constant in your young little family's life. Both parents in the military, shipping out, coming home, this parent is primary caregiver, and not the other...Remind them to breathe. Sending you all love. Changes are not easy.
Michelle- Not to worry. I just went off my birth control in December, as both my doctor and I figured that I was through/nearly through menopause. She did warn me that I may have a cycle or two. I was just hoping that I would be in the "may not" group. Which reminds me, I guess I better start tracking it. Ugh! Can you imagine, having a baby over 50?! No thank you!
Well, sending out the good vibes to all who need or want them! ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)3 -
becca great pics, Whidby is a very beautiful place, just right for your beautiful soul!
Lisa love your post, don't worry the time will tick by and you will be on the road to your next adventure.
My best most comfortable weight, at 5'4" is 130 lbs. Right now I'm over that and feeling not so great about it, but I know I will lighten up as spring comes, I tend to get out more and shed those winter blues pounds.
Trish I feel your pain about the orthodics, it is an investment to find just the right thing, for me it was the vionic shoes ($50-$120), the SOLE slip on slippers ($45) and skeechers sneakers (pretty inexpensive). You'll get pain free, but it will take time and a lot of stretching.
NYKAREN4 -
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Terry - You continue to be in my prayers. I hate to hear how you are struggling. As someone else mentioned, take it one meal at a time. Don't try to tackle the whole thing at once. Heck, if you have to, take it one bite at a time. I am a firm believer in there being no bad food. Eat whatever you want, but learn that if you want the bread and butter, then you don't get much else because it takes a lot of your calorie budget. I use bread and butter because it was my biggest calorie bomb. I chose to not eat it because I would rather have a heaping plate of veggies to fill me up than a slice of sour dough with butter slathered on it. Pop in here whenever you need encouragement, someone is usually around to reply to you and help you. Your weight doesn't define you. Don't fall into the trap of equating your worth with your weight. Hugs!
Okie in the TX Hill Country who needs to get off her butt and get her walk in before work
Okie & Terry Yes. This.
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Lisa. I am looking forward to your moving adventure!
Becca. Your new home looks lovely! Congratulations!
Wondering when DJ, Penny, and Rye will check in. They must be really busy.
Karen in Virginia with chilly toes thinking about finding a pair of wool socks7 -
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Rebecca, congrats on your new home. I know you'll be thoughtful about you arrange things.Lisa, best wishes on your last few days before the move. You'll enjoy the nest building when you get to the new place.Karen in VA, I am still wearing wool socks every dayMachka Walking has been my stress reducer. Best wishes to you at this trying time. Barbie from rainy NW Washington 3 -
I came back to the site; after a stressful three years of caring for parents, now in nursing home. I am overwhelm ed at home and have started on some downsizing; but fitness needs to be my top priority.
so a few goals:
record meals,
pre-plan meals,
lower carb recipes, loose 5 pounds
stretches daily for back
and exercise 3 times a week.13 -
Hi ladies,
Mary from Arizona, thanks for the offer. I think at this point I need to keep to myself and not join another group. That’s how I did it last time and it seemed to work.
Machka, I’m sure the long walks are helping with your stress. Good for you taking care of yourself.
Becca, so glad you are safe and sound in your beautiful new home.
((Kylia))
Sharon, stick to your guns with Harmony. Kids really do like to know their boundaries.
Lisa, waiting is the hardest part. Sorry you have to do yours among chaos.
Allie, usually there is a walk-in clinic or free clinic. Maybe you can look for that and see someone. I hope your feeling better.
Tricia, I’ve had over the counter which work well. Because my feet are so very flat I ended up getting one from the podiatrist who took a cast of my feet and had them made for me. $300 which I’ve submitted to my insurance to see if they will pay for them. My over the counter ones were Superfeet Insoles at $50 every 6 months.
Foreverhealthy3, welcome to the group. Let us know what name you want to use and where you are from. There are so many of us that it helps to keep track of who’s who.
Thank you all for your kind words and encouragement. It really helps to know I’m not alone.
Terry in VT where is isn’t snowing today.8 -
Remember chick-o-sticks? I mentioned how much I used to love them, guess who got me some6
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Rebecca, congrats on your new home. I know you'll be thoughtful about you arrange things.Lisa, best wishes on your last few days before the move. You'll enjoy the nest building when you get to the new place.Karen in VA, I am still wearing wool socks every dayMachka Walking has been my stress reducer. Best wishes to you at this trying time. Barbie from rainy NW Washington
Barbie! I didn't fully appreciate wool socks until I was an adult. If I had to get rid of all hosiery, trouser socks, knee highs, exercise socks, ankle highs, footies, etc except for (perhaps) 2 pairs, I would without question keep 2 pairs of wool socks! They are part of my comfort costume.
Terry. Nope. Not alone. We are right here.
@foreverhealthy3 Welcome to a supportive group. What would you like us to call you?
Karen in Virginia
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Pip ~ I just looked up chick-o-sticks and they sound yummy! But, I've never seen them sold in my life in GA.
Lisa ~ It seems you have the best (optimistic) attitude about whatever you are facing in life. Do not envy your long drive and hope the new rental will be the best for you and Cory.
Allie ~ Hope you feel better. My son and DH have had diverticulitis and swear they will never eat anything that might bring it on.
Becca ~ I love the front of your house. The wood doors and the colors of the house and shutters. Can't wait to see the inside.
Kylia ~ I know how much work the rental can be. We spent almost 5 months getting our rental ready after the last renters trashed it. Thank the Good Lord we seem to have a very nice lady now and hope she will stay for several years.
Sharon ~ When my grands are acting up, I put on my teacher demeanor and they listen. My DnL (whom I love dearly) lets them eat a lot of junk that I disapprove of. The poor little 6 yr old is a grazer and loves sweets. I wish she had never been introduced to them.
Damp chilly day here in Georgia,
Carol
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Weight: I have put on 4 or 5 extra pounds and I am determined to get back down to what I think of as my normal weight for the past 10 yrs. Yes, I am obese but I think a lot of it is age and lack of exercise.4
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Trish: I bought some orthotics at Walmart for my riding boots. They are not as perfect as custom made ones, but they work quite well for me and are not ridiculously expensive. I think they're made by Dr. Scholls. There was a machine to stand on that picked out the right orthotic for me. Just an idea. Custom made ones are much better, but also more costly.
KJ: Birth control meds had horrible side effects for me so I always used a barrier method instead. I used a diaphragm. I did have to be measured by the doctor for the right fit. I haven't needed that for more than a few years now. Sometimes getting older has unanticipated perks.
foreverhealthy3: Welcome Back! :flowerforyou:
Terry in VT: Congrats on a snow free day! This has been a lulu of a year for weather so far. :noway:
I posted my Alberta Spruce's photo all decorated for Christmas in my "face place." (I cannot, for the life of me, figure out how to upload photos, so this will have to do. I'll switch back to sunrise in a day or so.) This was taken a couple of years ago so she's a bit bigger now. They are very slow growing so the size difference is a few inches in height. Right now she's undecorated and sitting in a lovely new pot that weighs a bunch more than the red bucket. I chose it because the wind sometimes blows the tree over and I'm hoping this will improve her stability.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes of mind.
William James
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Janetr - Olivia is a doll. What a pose! Happy 4th birthday to her.
Okie - congrats! I am with you giving myself a 5# range for the exact same reasons. I am 5' 8 1/2" so aim for the low 160's which is within the WW range for that height. Seems like in the past, the first place I lost was my face and neck and really looked haggard and tired. With the strength training I may end up under 160 which is fine if that's where my body wants to be. I think I weighed 130 when I got married and starved myself down there from 150
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Trish - my foot doc recommended New Balance Pressure Relief Insoles - I think they were $30 - $40. He said if they don't work for my achy feet there are always orthotics. They seem to be OK but always looking for something better, lol. Love this thread - I will check out the Sole slippers that NY Karen mentioned - thanks!
Terry - my advice is to put the scale in the garage and stay off it for a while. It's not who you are and doesn't determine your worth. I know a lot of gals really depend on the weighing and it works for them and that's terrific. But I did much better when I thought more about healthy eating and getting a little exercise for my health than that stupid scale.
Isn't your real goal to be happy and healthy no matter what that scale says? Love you and your snow, girlfriend!!
My back is really on the mend. I listened to some relaxation tapes yesterday afternoon and they really calmed down the ache back there. Didn't need any painkillers or "woo woo" muffins so far this morning, lol. Need to run into town to get my allergy shots and try out new recliners and mattresses so don't want to conk out.
It looks like I'm a couple pages behind. Becca, I did see your welcoming front door!! Enjoy!!! Bet you can't wait to start walking and exploring the neighborhood!
Later gaters!
Lanette
Wet SW WA State
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oh and i got my birth certificate in the mail, no return address. i know moms and sis's handwriting and it wasn't them. the return stamp from the post office was fresno where my sister had lived SOOOO i think it was from her husband that was finally getting around to looking at her stuff and mailed it to me. i sent a pic of the handwriting to my sister and she thinks i'm right. oh well, i guess he was scared of me or something. was going to just say thanks for sending it to me. oh well6
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Hi all.
I use some cheap supermarket orthotics in my ankle boots and in everything else I use the elastic things with pads underneath that I buy from Amazon. Really cheap and work like a dream. Life savers. I can wear any shoe with them, or no shoe. I just slip them on over my socks. My running trainers, New Balance, don't need anything.
KJ - My height is 5'4". 140 gives me a BMI of 24 or so, which is fine by me. The doctors recommend a higher BMI as you get older for bone health and as Lanette says, a haggard face is not a good look. I think it would be a push at 5'8" .
If I get a couple of pounds under I will take it, but generally I feel good at this weight and, apart from a small roll around the middle, I have good, firm muscles.
Lisa - I'll say it again, just for you, there is no such thing as a British accent.
Britain consists of four countries and many, many regions. What Judy Dench and Geoffrey Palmer have is a middle class English accent - Received Pronunciation, or RP. Love you really!
Had yoga this morning. We are concentrating on hips. Then this afternoon DH and I did a BIG shop. He also picked up a linen shirt and a t shirt with palm trees on it for the cruise. Nice turquoise colours. I had a delicious beetroot and wholegrain salad for my afternoon snack.
We keep meaning to run down supplies, but without a date it's a bit difficult. So we just keep buying.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxx4
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