WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY 2018

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  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,813 Member
    Cheri - You look so amazingly settled in! So glad you are happy there. Birdsong is wonderful. It is one thing we will sorely miss in Hove.

    Snowflake - I love that pic of you. <3 The period feel is just perfect. Who is the girl in the photo on the wall?

    Had a great visit with my friend. She is getting very impatient to heal. :o She is in ructions with the hospital over her aftercare and making complaints. Stitches out tomorrow and a new cast.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxx
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,991 Member
    cityjaneLondon wrote: »
    Cheri - You look so amazingly settled in! So glad you are happy there. Birdsong is wonderful. It is one thing we will sorely miss in Hove.

    Snowflake - I love that pic of you. <3 The period feel is just perfect. Who is the girl in the photo on the wall?

    Had a great visit with my friend. She is getting very impatient to heal. :o She is in ructions with the hospital over her aftercare and making complaints. Stitches out tomorrow and a new cast.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxx

    That is my Mom, it was a professional photo taken in a studio I think she was 4 or 5, so 1950 or 51. It was a black and white photo and my grandmother painted her dress with photo paints. I have that original photo in my collection of family items. My Mom was an only child so I also have her first shoes, a couple little dresses that she wore, her baby book. I have my Grandmothers "wedding dress" it is crushed velvet emerald green with a hat. My grandparents got married in Kingston Ontario while my Grandfather was there for boot camp before leaving to go overseas for World War 2. My grandmother rode on the train to go meet him and they were married by the army chaplain. I have the ticket stub from the train station and the receipt for the hotel they stayed in. This is how I understand exactly how hard it is to get rid of these sentimental items.

    Tracey in Edmonton
  • Vickil57
    Vickil57 Posts: 1,895 Member
    :)
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,388 Member
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  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    :)<3B)
  • lilnoramitchellandre
    lilnoramitchellandre Posts: 144 Member
    Difference between a bad haircut and a good one is about 5 weeks. This last time Clyde cut my hair (2nd time) and I wanted it shorter in back so it would swing down to the front a little longer. Thursday is my next HC appointment.

    Thanks to all for your comments on front load washer and dryers. I think I will probably stick with the top load; even if I have to get my stool to step on to get the clothes out of. I'd hate to think I would have water because of a loose seal.

    LOL - I know how to keep a landlord out … after the 4 of us sharing an apartment were sure 'someone' was coming into our apartment when we were not there and setting a small trap (small piece of paper on top of the door - fell off when door opened, too small to notice). Kept up and so the next trap was a 'biggie'. I drew a 'graphic' full frontal picture of a nude male (no head); and we taped it to back wall of walk-in closet. Piece of cardboard with string running through the middle, and string tied to inside of door handle, beer cans stacked up in front of it. Door stuck, so this would take some effort to open. We come home from school and/or work and cans all out into our bedroom. So we pick up the cans and the drawing is 'gone'. About 30 minutes or a little more later we get a call from landlord demanding that the 4 of us come to her office. We get there and my Daddy and the Daddy (or sister) of my BFF were sitting there; and, she told us that she was evicting us. Daddy asked her why and she told him 'because I did not want to rent to them in the first place because they were all under 21 years old and now they are having wild drinking parties and orgies'. Yeah, RIGHT! To prove her point, she goes into the other room and brings back the rolled up drawing and hands it to my Daddy. Then she said, 'that proves it and I want them out now and you will have to pay the balance of the lease'! My Daddy calmly unrolls the drawing and looks at it, turns around and shows it to my BFF's Daddy (or sister), rolls it back up and says, 'this only proves that YOU have gone into their apartment WITHOUT their permission - for no reason other than to look through their belonging. They'll move; but, the lease was broken by you and if you try to hold them to it, we'll file a warrant for your arrest for breaking and entering. Never got that drawing back. Never even had the nerve to ask about it. Then, Daddy says, 'this proves nothing other than that the money I am paying for art school is certainly paying off'. Had to go live with my Mimi for the rest of the school year. When I went back, I had a roommate from HELLO-Kitty. I then left her with the apartment and found one of my own in an apartment complex on West Peachtree Street where all of the residents were 'old' - 60's and above. Landlord had no problem with me moving in. The residents were so nice and they would bring food over and want to see what I had been doing at school. They were not even embarrassed to see the nude drawing either. LOL!!!!

    Taking a break from FB - I will check it once a week. Here, I will just be scanning over the posts so they don't get out of hand - daily. I might comment; or I might not.

    Prayers for all of you in whatever you are going through. Y'all are my friends and I do not want to lost contact with you.

    Have a great week!

    Lenora
  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    fanncy0626 wrote: »
    Good morning ladies. We're going to my mother's 90th Birthday party today. 10 hours of driving to and from. We're having an open house to spread out visitors since she has a hard time with crowds. My daughter is still in need of prayers she is really doing poorly. The medication makes her feel awful.

    <3

    Thanks for all your support!

    Mary from Minnesota \ Arizona
    Mary yes, you have my prayers. Watching our sick children, regardless of age, is so difficult. As mothers, we want to lift the mantle of pain and release their burden. With love in my heart. CJ
  • drkatiebug
    drkatiebug Posts: 1,985 Member
    Oh, CJ, what devastating news. I am so sorry!

    Cheri, the house is just beautiful. I, of course, am jealous of the floors.

    I cooked Keto twice-baked cauliflower for supper tonight. It was ok. Honestly, though, I prefer plain cauliflower. I served it with ham and steamed cabbage wedges. I will admit it was a decent substitute for the Mac and cheese, which is what we normally would have had. The recipe called for bacon, but I left that out. Everything else I used: sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, cheddar, a little cream, and green onions.

  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    Pip
    The helmet is gorgeous. Many happy and healthy rides to you and to Kirby
    CJ
  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member

    Katla you might try donating the glass to artist or an art school. Many artist paint or use the glass for tiles and mosaics. CJ

  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    Rebecca and Cheri the best of luck on the scans. Rebecca sending lots of hugs and thoughts of pockets. CJ
  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    Mary I am thrilled that the party went well. Kudos kiddo.

    CJ

  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,388 Member
    no gym workout: stats for the day:

    bike ride hm 2 gym- 7.14min, 13.1amph, 129mhr, 1.5mi= 64c
    apple watch- 58c
    bike ride gym 2 sumn sta- 50.55min, 126ahr, 144mhr, 14amph, 11.8mi= 436c
    apple watch- 456c
    jog sta 2 wk- 5min, 147mhr, 137ahr, 9.43min mi, .5mi= 52c
    apple watch- 49c
    jog wk 2 sumn sta- 4.01min, 8.57min mi, 152mhr, .4mi= 60c
    apple watch- 51c
    bike ride dome 2 hm- WINDY!!, 20.12min, 147mhr, 7.6amph, 2.5mi= 193c
    apple watch- 141c

    total cal 825


    no gym workout again tomorrow more OT
  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    KarenThere are no words, only tears. CJ
  • efricke1
    efricke1 Posts: 42 Member
    CJ-so sorry to hear your news. I will be praying for you and your family

    I wanted to check in about my July goals:

    10-11K steps a day: I took yesterday off-not feeling well; but otherwise yes!!!
    Continue to track food daily: Yes!
    Ask for names/phone numbers of personal trainers at my gym and call someone! Had to submit paperwork-just heard I have to submit an additional clearance form, probably because I am old and have had back issues. :neutral:
    Do planks every day: Yes (except yesterday)! Up to a whopping 44 seconds!
    Lose 5 pounds: Yes!! Already done it!
  • CSSJ09
    CSSJ09 Posts: 296 Member
    Mary there is an app called Danio Diary. It is a hyper secure, HIPPA. Compliant system to permit communications between patient's care facility or hospital and family. DM me and if you want, I can send you information about it. CJ
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,562 Member
    Did 10 Minute Fitness Ball Workout today. The plan for tomorrow is to do the water class.

    Rebecca – thinking of you today

    NYKaren – how horrible! Thank you for being there at the funeral.

    Well, Vince went to the practice at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This is the first time ever that they’re having the roval so it should be interesting. While he was gone I went to WalMart to get a few things then had to go to Food Lion to get chicken. I want Vince to grill pork chops and chicken, maybe Friday since the change for rain is lower. Came home and made him a banana chocolate cake and while it was baking pitted about 1-1/2 bags of cherries (that were on sale). Now I’m trying baking the pizza balls that I’ll take to Rummikub tonight. The recipe says to bake them for 20 minutes and am I glad that I did it now because they were black on the bottom. So now I’m trying baking them for 15 minutes. If they’re still black, I’ll try them for 10 minutes. Then I think I’ll go in the pool. Update: never made it to the pool. Decreased the oven temp to 350 and baked them for 15 minutes.

    Snowflake, there are a few things that I’m busy searching for. If they have them, I would love to have them shipped to me. I’ll PM you with the things that I’m looking for

    Cheri – how beautiful

    I’m not sure why the banana chocolate cake is sticking to the pan. I really sprayed it. I’ll just let it cool some more.

    I didn’t do well today. Funny thing is – my stomach feels “yuk”. But I feel obligated to try everything that people bring, especially since I am the coordinator. Well, back on track tomorrow

    CJ – how horrible! Will keep your granddaughter in my thoughts and prayers

    Just saw a post of Rebecca on facebook. She’s looking good. Evidentally, no problems with the surgery

    Michele in NC
  • mtowne002
    mtowne002 Posts: 152 Member
    Hi everyone!
  • mtowne002
    mtowne002 Posts: 152 Member
    grandmallie wrote: »
    morning again ladies~
    I am back from feeding my DFIL , he cracks us up some times with no filter... but everyday I go to see him , your gaining weight, your fat.... I keep telling him I know,, my goal this month is to try and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables..and will take a ride later on and get some miracle grow plant food and maybe some fresh tomatoes..
    going to take a nap, and study and do laundry.

    Grrr about FIL
  • mtowne002
    mtowne002 Posts: 152 Member
    KetoneKaren wrote: »
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  • mtowne002
    mtowne002 Posts: 152 Member
    wildhorsewendy wrote: »
    Hi Sisters,

    I'm back from visiting my daughter and grandies. Successfully completed the half marathon in atrocious weather conditions. Rain and a head wind blowing off the ocean. I was soaked down to my undergarments and had to steep myself in a hot bath afterwards to raise my body temperature back up. But got a nice medal! As well as a large blister, LOL. My leg muscles are still sore today.

    Machka, great to hear that your hubby is at home and hope his progress speeds up in his own familiar environment. Will be less stressful on you to not have to go to the hospital all the time.

    Barbie, love that pic of your poodle barking at herself in the mirror. Animals are so funny! And thanks again for keeping us all linked in cyber space! Pretty soon Lanette will have our transporters up and running and we can drop in on each other for morning tea, and then all go to Heather's for a proper six course dinner.

    I played a joke on my husband when I got home. My youngest daughter is so excited because she is pregnant. She has been trying ever since the ectopic pregnancy emergency surgery six months ago. She gave me her positive pregnancy test stick and told me to pretend to my husband that I was pregnant. I showed it to him and he said, "You can't be!" and I said, "You must have grown back together-20% do," referring to his vasectomy. "But you can't get pregnant at 52!" "Oh yes I can, I still get my periods, " I said. "It must be yours because I haven't shagged anyone else!" "I want a DNA test to prove it's mine!" he said. I made him sweat for 30 minutes before I told him he's going to be grand dad again. LOL I was laughing so hard I cried! <3 Wendy

    HAHAHAHA!
  • fanncy0626
    fanncy0626 Posts: 7,152 Member
    edited July 2018
    CJ- thanks so much for your prayers <3 mine go out to your granddaughter, you and your family. You do definitely want to help them through these tough times <3 (((Hugs)))
  • fanncy0626
    fanncy0626 Posts: 7,152 Member
    Kim- thanks for the good thoughts. Glad you had fun with your Goddaughter. She sounds amazing. I'm sure that she wanted you with her during a life changing event because she knows how much you care about her. It's nice that you feel like you had a vacation! I know you said that you really needed one.

    <3
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