WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2018
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In the last 24 hours ... my husband got settled in his new ward (not sure whether he knows that or not), the Australian cycling team did well at the Commonwealth Games, and I went for my first run since January.
M in Oz16 -
Good morning all! Up early on a Saturday to get my DYS off to work. He is in management training for his company, and they seem to enjoy scheduling him until midnight one night and have him opening at 6 am the next morning. He also has a 45 minute drive to and from work. Doesn't leave much time for sleep. Makes this mama nervous.
Becca/Pip- I recognized that beautiful bridge (and it's name) immediately from Pip and Kirby's participation in the MS bike race/rally! It is a beautiful area!
Karen VA-I can't watch the news. It is a recent problem for me (the past couple of years). Certain people who are in the news grate on my nerves like nails on a chalkboard. I go online for news and then can research the facts while I read. DH thinks I don't know what is going on because I leave the room if he puts the news on; I just get my news from less abrasive sources. I often use the league of women voters website as one of my fact checking sites. I find they do a pretty good job of just putting the facts out there without a lot of opinion tied to it.
Machka- I think your observation in regards to your husband responding better when he gets more rest is spot on! Very wise of the hospital to designate a "no visitor" time so the patients can rest. I remember having discussions with my father in law and brothers in law, regarding giving their wife/mother time alone so she can rest (because they all seemed to feel she needed some one in the room with her at all times). She is not comfortable going to sleep with people in the room. Having some one in the room makes her feel like she needs to stay awake to keep them company. Lack of sleep makes her more confused and more irritable (as it does to all of us!). So happy he is progressing and you are able to get a little more back to a "normal" schedule. Sending love and strength to you both!
Lisa-Yep, that's a LOT of driving! Poor Egg! She probably doesn't remember her first trip cross country! Hope today brings you clearer skies and an easier leg of the journey!
Colonoscopy- I had mine at age 50 (they called me a few days before my 50th birthday to schedule it). I got it done because my insurance covered it. I found it very easy (prep and all), got a clean bill of health, and they said I don't need to be checked again for another 10 years (maybe I will have insurance again, by that time). Sorry if this is too much information: I am a firm believer in knowing your body and keeping an eye on your bms. If you are eating wrong, or if there is something wrong inside of your digestive system, your gut/bm will provide evidence.
I made chicken last night and it turned out REALLY well. lol I am a recent protein convert, but still not a big fan of most meats. But even I was impressed with the chicken. lol I trimmed a pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, dipped them in a mixture of egg and Sweet Baby Ray's Honey Hot, then breaded them in some leftover croutons (finely crumbled) and grated parmesan. I put them in the oven and baked them and the parmesan formed a crisp crust. I had my 4 oz portion, but would have eaten more if I had made more. DH and DYS had a bit more than I. DYS loves any chicken meal that I make; but DH is kind of "meh" on meat now that his teeth are bothering him; but even he loved this meal and would have eaten more. Instead we had wild rice and veggies to fill us up. So...arms in the air, Rocky Theme playing...dinner success!
DH sat down after dinner and watched a WHOLE movie with me! lol He usually falls asleep within five minutes; which is why every time I sit down to watch a movie, no matter which one it is, he has questions. We watched The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (the Ben Stiller version). I know I have mentioned this movie before, here. It is one of my favorites and I cry at certain spots in it (happy tears). The fact that I cry puzzles DH to no end; but he really liked the movie. "That was really good! Why haven't we seen this before?!" Can I hit him now?
Well, DYS is still using our vehicle, so I am carless for the majority of the day. My errands will have to wait until this evening or early, EARLY tomorrow morning. Storm blew through last night and the wind is still whipping (I can hear the lake roaring when I walk outside). Freezing rain expected today and tonight, so I will see what the weather is like before I head out. Today will be my cleaning and paperwork day. Going to bake a ham (I stocked up after Easter when the price went down to .97/pound) to take to the in laws. I think I will make them some ham and cheese croissants, some broccoli cheese soup (MIL's fave) and throw some ham and potato in there, and make them a few little mini quiches. That should tide them over for a few meals.
Better get busy. ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Machka - so pleased to hear your husband's progress.
For anyone watching the news, that's where my son-in-law was just two short weeks ago. Knowing him, he's ticked off that he missed it!
Six and a half hours of driving to do, and then we're "home" for at least the next year. Got inside pics yesterday, finally. It looks clean and spacious, our main requirements. The rest we can deal with as we go. I'm hunting on the Internet for a nearby place where we can get a refrigerator, washer, dryer, freezer, bed, and chairs for the living room.
Other than that, we're good to go. 
Lisa in Mississippi until the husband wakes up again... long story...
Love y'all!8 -
Good Saturday morning!
Just caught up. Has been a difficult week with work and home, but managed to get some things completed. Took last night off! DH and I took out the shelby with her new brakes! They work! Yay! Dinner out then rest! Hopefully finish up a few small projects at rental today after work.
MACHKA- sounds like you are finding your new routine. So glad your husband is improving.
LISA- safe travels!
RYE-continued healing
Time to get ready for work. Hugs, love and high fives!
Kylia in crazy Ohio4 -
Hi, I'm on my phone because MFP is messed up on my tablet. Grrrrrr! I've done all the cancelling cookies and cache thing, but it makes no difference. The website works on my phone OK.
I managed to sort out the interior layout of my book this morning on the third try. Phew!!! Now I'm trying to decide on a cover design out of the templates they give you. I'm having a rest from it right now.
This morning Oxfam came to collect another whole load of books. At least another load to go.
DH at cricket.
My brain is tired.
Much love, Heather UK XXXXXX6 -
Both DH and I are having sleep problems with a bit of anxiety. He is worried about his younger daughter and her job (print journalism) plus his nephew's upcoming marriage. Plus a bit of moving anxiety. I seem to have my book on my mind plus the move. We luckily can talk to each other and did better last night. We both count our blessings and know everything is minor, but anxious thoughts still creep in.
I don't like having to make decisions or deal with details. I'm a broad sweep kind of person. The computer drives me insane.
One of the charities I emailed has asked me to send my book for review. Hooray!!!!!
Love Heather UK XXXXXX10 -
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Heather I can relate, as I am a card carrying "Worrier". Times of upheaval are especially challenging, reflected in my dreams mostly. i suffer from Anticipatory Anxiety for sure and use a lot of self talk to get myself through. You both are facing a lot of exciting and scary changes ahead, so important that you can talk it through.
Happy Saturday, we are having a true spring day here, though tomorrow the temps will drop 40 degrees, so not gonna plant a thing outdoors. DH and I will have a fun errand day and work outdoors together, I am counting my blessings and reminding myself how very lucky we are on this crazy journey together.
NYKAREN6 -
Happy Saturday!
Machka - yes, great idea limiting visiting hours in your DH's ward. Glad to hear you are back to work a bit and settling into a routine.
Karen in VA - gorgeous flowers! My hyacinths (my favorites!) have gotten trampled into the mud it seems by the wind and rain we've had this week.
Kate & Karen UK - Thursday was in Les Miserables? Wow! Spoiler:so glad he coughed up that bullet - I thought he would.
Kate, it sounds like your earlier procedure took care of the gall bladder problem. The Grand National sounds pretty neat to me - love to see horses. Maybe we'll get to see it on BBC over here at some point.
Lanette
SW WA State where we'll be on flood watch this weekend. April showers and then some
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Machka - yes, great idea limiting visiting hours in your DH's ward. Glad to hear you are back to work a bit and settling into a routine.
I'm not back to work yet ... still thinking about going back to work. Maybe this coming week ... maybe not. I'll see how I feel.
I am struggling with anxiety attacks. Never had them before! But now I'm getting them in all sorts of odd places and one was when I walked into the lobby of my office to meet a friend the other day. I had to get out right away. So before I can go back to work, I'll see if I can actually get into the building and stay there for more than a few minutes.
M in Oz
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Machka, sorry to hear that you are having anxiety attacks. DH & DD both get them. DD is going to see a counselor to help her to learn how to deal with them. DH already sees someone. Hope you feel better soon. I’m not surprised you have them given what you are going through right now. Was glad to hear DH has been moved and you can see some progress.((Hugs))
Lisa, safe travels.
Supposed to snow here later today. Will it ever end?!
That’s about it for me right now.
Terry in VT5 -
Hi all I’m new to group. Went shopping at Penney’s just know and jackets were $16 for xl I could only get ine arm in it. I’m so depressed. I’m 53 yrs old. I ache all over but need motivation. Thanks everyone.11
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Lanette: I also take 5000 units of D3 daily. I started many years ago at a lower dose and increased to 5000 a couple of years ago. The information coming out of Alzheimers research prompted me to up my dose. 5000 IU is thought to be a suitably protective level. I got that information from OHSU a few years ago but couldn't find it there again more recently. The series of programs that you shared was a godsend. They were so informative and full of strategies and hope, that I now feel more confident, better in general, and possibly even smarter. I also participate in yoga several times a week as well as other physical activities including horseback riding.
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Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.
C. S. Lewis
Katla - Yes, that Broken Brain series was a winner. I especially liked Bredesen's information about vitamins (I now take CoQ10 as well as the D ) and doing the IF (intermittent fasting) - 12 hours between the night meal and breakfast and not eating 3 hours before bedtime (not always successful but at least I'm aware) and of course cutting way back on that ole demon sugar. I think he also mentions eliminating gluten? I have to dig out my notes.
Pip - after I posted about the B vitamins, I realized I haven't been taking my B12 supplements!
- lozenges under the tongue. I try to take them 3 days a week. Does Kirby have the neurologist appointment set up? You might have posted about it and I whipped past it. .
Lenora - good luck with that colonoscopy! Hope everything works out for you this time. I imagine they've done an abdominal ultrasound? Not that it would show what you need to know. That hospital sounds like a twisted maze. Ours is too - it's a little one but a person almost needs a guide to even find the cafeteria.
Beth - good luck on all of your tests - it will be great to have them behind you.
I told my Chiropractor he was the son I never had today. I love being an old lady! I can say all kinds of things like that and no one takes offense or thinks I'm hitting on them, lol.
I feel pretty darn good, I think he got my energy channels all aligned.
OK kids, time to get back to watching Endeavour! I hate it because I'm now on Season 4 and that's the last one on Acorn TV. I think Season 5 is now broadcast in the UK? I'm "in love" with Thursday, lol. Reminds me of one of my favorite bosses.
Lanette
SW WA State
yes kirby set up an app.i think Tuesday. it's while he's at work so no separate driving time since it's at the hospital where he works. he says that his case was going to be discussed with other specialists of neurosurgeons that will be exciting too. I told him to ask about the vitamin thing too4 -
No spring here in Minnesota. Another snow storm today. Ready to see green grass!!!!5
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............... kirby mentioned that if he gets to a point that he can't ride on our MS ride, he'll volunteer..( that will be full circle. when I first was with him, I volunteered and he rode, it will then be the other way around
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shoppingdiva2011 wrote: »Hi all I’m new to group. Went shopping at Penney’s just know and jackets were $16 for xl I could only get ine arm in it. I’m so depressed. I’m 53 yrs old. I ache all over but need motivation. Thanks everyone. Use that jacket that didn't fit as motivation. Read this thread every day and hear about how others your age and older made changes in their lives that resulted in weight loss, improved fitness and less pain. Start today to do something different. Barbie 7
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Good morning!
We are waiting to see whether we will be hit by the huge ice storm moving in from Canada. Right now we're sitting on the edge of impact according to the weather maps ... so we're getting the generator in place and making certain we have everything we need. Betty in Rochester is likely to have upwards of a half inch of ice. Officials are expecting wide-spread power outages and tree damage .... yuck
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Good morning ladies! Beautiful cool day here today! Mid 70s with sunshine! Sorry to hear about all the snow up north. Margaret thinking of you and Gayle! But, that is the reason why we are down here! My exercise is going well. I am starting to feel strong while swinging the 40 pound Kettlebell. I am slowly increasing the number of sets. I know that I will be using this one for quite a while. If you want a flat muscular stomach, tight buns and thighs, toned arms, and strong bones stick with the Kettlebell! Kate and Janetr can attest to that! Yeah ladies! I lost 6.2 pounds the last 2 weeks since prepping and starting my keto diet. My husband is now down 11 pounds. We have moved to a new lot site here at our RV resort. Since I am going to be teaching we moved over to the inside wall that has Internet and cable. We also get a view of the mountains out our back picture window. When we get finished setting up I will post pictures. Now it's time for me to do my kettle bell workout and take Shep for a walk. We will then go to the pool to enjoy swimming and sitting in the hot tub! This afternoon we have plans to go to the movie rampage. So much for do!
Here is a picture of Shep he is such a happy boy! He is two years and five months old now.
Have a great day everyone!
Mary from Arizona10 -
Lanette: DH is now on a gluten free diet ordered by his doctor. He is doing much better than before and his digestive system seems to be settling down nicely. We've eliminated garlic and onion powder from our home, and switched to lime granules, a totally unexpected delight. His doctor said he could have the green tops of green onions, but not the white part, or he could have chives. We've switched to chives. I have two clumps growing in my flowerbeds and we've been able to by both dried chives and fresh chives at the grocery store. :flowerforyou:
Pip: I have always been delighted to know that you and Kirby participate in the MS ride in WA. Since DH has MS we are aware of the good work the money generated from that ride does for combating the disease. I brought up the idea of volunteering with DH. So far he hasn't commented on it.
Kate UK: I had my gallbladder out a long time ago, after weeks of severe night pain. You'll know when it is time. My doctor thought I had digestive issues, and it was me that figured out that it was my gallbladder, with the help of the internet. I asked them to test for it--bingo. :flowerforyou:
Karen: I watch local news and read the paper. I also read the news online. Trump's behavior comes up as trailers in local news regularly. :grumble:
Machka: It seems like there is some improvement if your DH has been moved to a new ward. I'm sorry that the stress of the situation is getting to you. Sending prayers for both of you.
Heather: I learned stress can come from good things as well as bad. Either way it can take a toll on our energy. :ohwell:
We have a drizzly day today and may be stay at homes, but I suspect there will be some shopping. I'm low on white rice flour. I'm looking forward to a riding lesson tomorrow. They don't happen regularly anymore due to my teacher's work and school schedules. She's on her way to become a certified veterinary technician and is already assisting a veterinarian. She seems to love the job.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon
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