WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2018

GodMomKim

Hi Gals,

Barbie - That’s a packed Thursday, it is great that Jake helps make it work… Team work seems to me to be one of the clues to a good relationship.

Shelia – welcome! As many others have said logging is the key it really teaches you about food and nutrition and as a result how to make choices that work for you. And if your “normal” day is over 3,000 calories you will actually lose weight at 3,000 calories, so you don’t have to start at a level that is crazy low, you can ease yourself there, and MFP will do it for you if you actually use it’s system.

Katiebug – hang in! 3 weeks will get old – but you can do this!!!

Rita – If you come via California – I’d love to see you!

Well I survived the colonoscopy, not sure if I would ever do that again no matter the medical issues. As all have said it is the prep; but for me it was not the gross liquid and resulting clean out, but the diet with no veggies or fruit for 4 days – no fiber, but all the sugar I wanted, and then 36 hours of water fast and by the end, I had the shakes (looked like I had tremors) hurt everywhere and had 2 days of a roaring headache – it was all related to the diet and “gross liquid” as after it was over I went to my favorite deli and had a huge hot pastrami sandwich with all the fixings, and a big cookie - immediately 100% fine. As I suspected something about how I am put together is not set up to deal with fasting.

I’m back on the MFP wagon of logging and taking care of my eating like I know is best for me.

Smiles

Kim from N. California

grandmallie

afternoon ladies~
well this morning was lovely, never knew a mani /pedi felt so nice.. Tracy and I are planning on doing it at least once a month... after that came home walked Alfie and then went back to there house and did lots of crafts for the wedding, I have to hand it to her.. we knocked alot of stuff out.... but it has mostly been her and I, Sarah her matron of honor , helped today so thats good.. and she is going back tonight... tomorrow am is gonna be crazy.. getting up at the crack of dawn to go help set up down at the park... and then somehow put fruit salad and tuna mac salad in individual containers...
Alfie staying over with Tom so I can deal without furry critters...

Snowflake1968

klanders30 wrote: »

Beth so glad YS can earn some $ this summer, my kid is earning 0$.

I watch the decluttering shows to understand how folks get messy and stay that way until someone comes in and shows them, I forget the. Amenod the show Peter somebody was the host. He really talked people through the reason they felt paralyzed to do anything, and that gets me moving!!

Went to the teacher’s professional day and got a perk—-was asked to conduct a neighboring county’s spring orchestra festival next May—you never know what’s around the corner, showing up is a powerful thing-I was tempted to ditch, now I’m glad I didn’t!!

NYKAREN

I remember that show as well, Peter Walsh I think you mean from Clean Sweep. He dug deep into the reasoning I felt it was better than Hoarders.

Snowflake1968

okiewoman510 wrote: »

I too love the hoarding and weight loss shows. The hoarding shows inspire me to get off my butt and donate stuff. The weight loss shows I usually watch while eating a snack.

Okie

PS - Congrats NYKaren on your conducting gig for next year's Spring show.

I'm with you and snacking while watching the weight loss shows.

Tracey in Edmonton

Snowflake1968

grandmallie wrote: »

afternoon ladies~
well this morning was lovely, never knew a mani /pedi felt so nice.. Tracy and I are planning on doing it at least once a month... after that came home walked Alfie and then went back to there house and did lots of crafts for the wedding, I have to hand it to her.. we knocked alot of stuff out.... but it has mostly been her and I, Sarah her matron of honor , helped today so thats good.. and she is going back tonight... tomorrow am is gonna be crazy.. getting up at the crack of dawn to go help set up down at the park... and then somehow put fruit salad and tuna mac salad in individual containers...
Alfie staying over with Tom so I can deal without furry critters...

Happy wedding tomorrow!

KetoneKaren

Barbara We don't have any hot pink or magenta irises. There is one called Ruffles and Flourishes which is stunning that might be the one you saw.

Karen in Virginia

coastalgosgal

I will have to admit, when I watch those weight loss shows, I yell at them! As they're talking, and narrating it, they do make a lot of excuses. The last one I watched, the gal had been doing well, but she knew if she didn't get the surgery, then her mom wasn't staying, and she would have to move back to Washington. Hey lady, you are stronger than you realize! You don't need you mom to still be cooking for you! You need to drive! I get mad when they play Mr Now. They don't see the opportunity he is giving them!! Don't say you're following his program then snack, thinking it's no big deal. I can empathize a bit of the turmoil they are feeling. But like Dr. Now says, the weight loss surgery is just a tool to help you make better food choices. I like to see them all succeed! I am proud of them when they do. It also helps reinforce how far I've come. From visiting 3-5 fast food joints and taking it all home to eat, and now, where I know what portions are, and my guilt in eating is behind me. Living an honest life, loving myself and my husband. That's pretty much it.
Rebecca

Katla49

Barbie: I also knit in cooler weather. I've made a baby blanket for each of my grandchildren, and also use cotton yarn to make dishrags for my own use. Some of our dishrags are getting pretty well worn and I need to make some new ones.

Lanette: We like things "done and dusted, too." We are hoping the house in Colorado will go quickly and for a good price. Our daughter wants to use her proceeds from the sale to buy a place near where she works in Illinois. We are keeping our fingers crossed that all goes well and turns out positive in the end. On another subject, the new to us RV is in the shop getting a thorough going over. There was a problem with suspension on the driver's side front wheel. We knew about this when we made our offer. :flowerforyou:

(((Michele))) I hope you're already on your way by the time you read this post. I don't like waiting around, either. :ohwell:

Rita: Your RV is the same brand as ours, and looks very much like it! Ours is a 1998 with very low miles.

Rebecca: Thanks for your good wishes for our daughter's house sale. The only sad part about it is that I was able to see Rori a couple of different times while visiting DD in Colorado, and that isn't likely to happen again.

Snowflake: I love the encouraging comments your DH made to you regarding your driving ability. He's right. You could do it if you wanted.

Becca: I think a lot of what you and your family did in your RV was amazing and adventurous. I don't think I will be going any place that is clothing optional, though. I'm not quite that outgoing. :noway:

Beth near Buffalo: I have seen "My 600 lb Life" a few times, although not recently. The thing that shocked me the most was how young many of them were, and how hopeless they felt. I was impressed by the courage it took for them to try and change.

Vicki GI NE: I hope your friend is well cared for and will keep her in my prayers. :flowerforyou:

Kim: I'm glad you survived the ordeal. You now have a baseline and can monitor your health. :flowerforyou:

I just deleted a rant. I'll be back later.

[b}Katla in beautiful NW Oregon[/b]

grandmallie

Ok so taking a quick break...deep breath and then on to sweeping and vacuuming..Tracy ,Taliah,Sarah,Madyson and I all getting dressed here..I will make sure I am put together before they get here....much easier without Alfie here,so glad Tom was nice enough to keep him overnight and for the day tomorrow.It is a load off my mind knowing he is safe and well cared for while I'm not here,and same when he isn't there I do the same for our boys.... well back at it...,I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and I look like a bowling ball. Gotta get a handle on things.... wish me luck tomorrow.

Snowflake1968

pipcd34

stats for the day:

bike ride hm 2 gym- 7.28min, 128mhr, 12.9amph. 1.6mi= 68c
apple watch- 63c
MANUAL TREADMILL- walk/jog 10min, 124ahr, 135mhr, .68mi= 93c
apple watch- 93c
LATERAL MACHINE- 15min, fat burn program, 128mhr, 60arpm 36aw, 1.92mi= 109c
apple watch- 115c
bike ride gym 2 sumn sta- 50.08min, 125ahr, 147mhr, 14.2amph, 11.8mi= 463c
apple watch- 458c
jog sta 2 wk- 4.29min, 155mhr, 141ahr, 8.37min mi, .5mi= 55c
apple watch- 51c
jog wk 2 sumn sta- 3.42min, 8.09min mi, FAST!!, .154mhr, 4mi= 50c
apple watch- 55c
bike ride dome 2 hm- 16.52min, 9.1amph, 128ahr, 154mhr, 2.5mi= 183c
apple watch- 142c

total cal 1021

pipcd34

Snowflake1968 wrote: »

okiewoman510 wrote: »

I too love the hoarding and weight loss shows. The hoarding shows inspire me to get off my butt and donate stuff. The weight loss shows I usually watch while eating a snack.

Okie

PS - Congrats NYKaren on your conducting gig for next year's Spring show.

I'm with you and snacking while watching the weight loss shows.

Tracey in Edmonton

sounds like I need to strap the boot on

SophieRosieMom

pipcd34 wrote: »

Snowflake1968 wrote: »

okiewoman510 wrote: »

I too love the hoarding and weight loss shows. The hoarding shows inspire me to get off my butt and donate stuff. The weight loss shows I usually watch while eating a snack.

Okie

PS - Congrats NYKaren on your conducting gig for next year's Spring show.

I'm with you and snacking while watching the weight loss shows.

Tracey in Edmonton

sounds like I need to strap the boot on

LOL...yikes!i

Poerava14

Katla: I had the same thought when you shared that DD was selling the Colorado house. Hmmm, we'll have to find another way and place to meet up again. Please give your DH my greetings from the Rockies. Very excited to see you two planning to hit the road in your new RV.

Kim: Glad the procedure is behind you, and you are back to feeling more like yourself.

Lenora: Hope yours went well, too.

Allie and Janetr: Big cyber hugs to you and your families enjoying weddings. Will be expecting photos.

Rye: I Kid Kirby

Rori
Colorado Foothills

barbiecat

Thanks to an amazing book recommended by Heather I have learned about the Leadville Marathon--a 100 mile race that starts at over 10,000 feet in elevation. When I think I've been so terribly active, it puts what I'm doing into perspective. Compared to that, my days are like the days of a couch potato.

Here is a picture of the RV I didn't drive. Even if I felt capable of driving, Jake is such a terrible passenger that he would be commenting on every move I made.




This is the first RV we had

Katla49

Barbie: The RV you & Jake traveled in looks similar in size and shape to ours, but the big trailer seemed very large to me. I was impressed that it had two doors. So far we aren't planning to tow a car. Neither of our cars can be towed unless we put them on a flat trailer behind the RV. We may get to the point where we have the confidence to try it--some day. :huh: Your trailer looks like it was very long. I've seldom seen one with a front and back door. I know you had some great adventures together and hope that we will, too.

Rori: DH said "hi" back to you. I hope we find a place to meet up again, too. :flowerforyou:


We had a nice chat on Skype with our son this evening. We're thinking up ways to get together for a few days and talked about the possibility of a trip to Crater Lake after school starts when the crowds are smaller. It is a nice idea, and I hope we can make it happen. We'll see as time goes along.

Katla in beautiful NW Oregon

grogers511

Hi folks!
• Self-inflicted struggle. I lost that 8.8 lbs in May then promptly put most of it back on. I have a difficult time resisting cookies. Fresh baked soft cookies. ;-) I’m back down 5 lbs but goodness! I think I’m allergic to sugar. And bread seems to do the same thing to me. I bloat-up then it comes off over a week or two. So - i tuned into the anti-inflammatory talk here.
• Neckercise. I truly need to do my neck exercises - for a pinched nerve causing numb fingers on my right hand. I have 6 exercises that i need to do 3 times daily. I’m going to get back on those and see how much difference it makes after a month.
• And walking... i felt so much better when i was walking. I was walking 4-5 miles a day at my best in 2014. Now I’m not even getting 2 miles in my whole day. My cousin is such an inspiration. He’s 68 years old and on an 8 day bicycle trip from Texas to Joplin, MO. This man runs marathons like they’re nothing. I’ve seen him do an event on Saturday and a marathon on Sunday - though he admits that’s tough on him. My little 5k event was a major event for me in 2014. Don’t even talk to me about one right now. He started late in life and just does it. Many events every year. He says at his funeral - everyone will take home one of his free t-shirts from all those races.
• Rough year for my family. It seems every month there’s one more hit. January was a good month for me. I was feeling so hopeful and positive. I got a lot of projects completed. Feb - favorite uncle passed. Mar - dear brother-in-law passed. April - younger brother broke his leg badly in a motorcycle wreck. May - a dear cousin passed. (Of course, all my cousins are dear to me.) i told y’all about his passing. He had requested a song played at his funeral. The Lion Sleeps Tonight by The Tokens. Then June 1st - my other younger brother badly broke his left arm in a motorcycle wreck. My two youngest brothers live in houses next door to each other. They are best friends. So thankful it wasn’t worse. They both had surgery to put them back together with plates and screws. My parents are both 91 and seem to be doing well. Mom lives with me and my husband. Dad lives in a very nice memory care facility. I take him for drives, to listen to music and get him some food he misses (whataburger cheeseburger and a strawberry shake or fried chicken with a Dr. Pepper or barbecue with ice tea). We do drive-by visits of family. And we do Facebook Live videos where he tells folks hello and whistles a tune. He loves to whistle.
• My eyes. I think one reason I’m not here much these days is my eyes. I have a condition called narrow angle glaucoma. It’s caused by the shape of my big beautiful brown eyes. I use eye drops and see my opthalmologist every 3 months to monitor the pressure in my eyes. We’ve been watching my small cataracts. Doc warned me if they grew more - we’d need to remove them because they’ll put pressure on my eyes. And, they did and they are. So... while putting me the measurement testing - getting me ready for upcoming surgery - she discovered my optic nerves were swollen (left more than right) and my retinas had spots. She thought the spots were likely age spots (WTH?!?) but one is perfectly round and age spots aren’t normally - so it could be a thinning spot or a hole. Great. So I’m seeing a retina specialist and a neuro opthalmologist next. She asked me if I’d experienced headaches. Yes. I thought it was sinus related. She asked a lot of other questions - antibiotics, out of country travel, illness, etc. No to all - except a gel antibiotic my dental hygienist injected in a pocket we’ve been monitoring.

My Auntie Donna was right. After 40 - it’s just patch, patch, patch.

Hope you are all doing okay.
— Ginger in Texas

KetoneKaren

cityjaneLondon

Katla - I am so happy to see you excited about your RV. I hope you will be very pleased with it and enjoy roaming for many years to come.

Barbie - That's why I read those books. They are about a lot more than just running. Life lessons a plenty.

Rebecca - I agree with you. Having all the pieces of your life in alignment is the key to happiness. No lying to ourselves or others. Keeping our commitments. Plus a bit of forgiveness for ourselves when we *#&% up. Owning it. You've got it gurl!!!.

Love Heather ☓

csofled