WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR NOVEMBER 2018
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Machka- What do I do for fun? (while I laugh hysterically) Like you, my fun "button" seems to be malfunctioning. I did have a nice day on the boat with my brother in law and his wife in September. I also love to spend time with Joaquin. If I had time and $$ my ideal choice for fun is to travel. Just get in a car or better yet, on a plane, and go far, far away and smell new smells, see new places, get new ideas. Most days I feel God really messed up and forgot to give me wings.
Maybe that's partly why my fun "button" seems to be malfunctioning ... I haven't really been able to travel since my husband's accident and probably won't be able to travel for a while.
I love travelling! I've "retired" twice to spend months travelling. We went to the mainland for about 10 days in February, about a month before his accident, and then a quick trip up to the north part of the island in early March, and that was that.
There was supposed to be 4 more trips to the north part of the island and about 3 weeks in Canada, but those never happened.
We did get up north last weekend for the first time since the accident, and it helped, but it wasn't quite as relaxing or fun as I think I wanted. I had to drive which stresses me out. I had to monitor my husband to see how he was doing. And we hosted cycling events which is all right, but it's a planned thing and I like my holidays to be largely unplanned.
I'm longing to spend several months on the road again ... Asia, Canada, Europe ... but at this point, we don't know if my husband will ever be able to travel like that again.
So I'm trying to figure out how to create a "holiday at home" feeling.
Machka in Oz
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Good morning from Brighton and Hove.
My son gave me a portable aerial last night, so we will see if that works until we can get a man out. Might work upstairs.
Must sort out the phone thing. My guess is that when the seller installed cable the wire was disabled or cut. DH only has a dumb phone, PAYG. First thing is to test the in box.
Love Heather UK XXXXXX3 -
Morning Ladies,
Yup I'm awake ,woke up at 4 am....it's going to be a long day working ,9-5 and then working 7;30-1 tomorrow.. supposed to be rainy and stormy today into tomorrow.. supposed to go to memorial party tomorrow,but it will be yucky and wet and packed..and there is only so much indoor room...so I might skip it. we2 -
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Vince wasn’t happy that I went to WalMart alone in the dark.
Michele in NC
Michele... I decided long ago that all the bad people go to bed about 3 or 4 a.m., after the bars close. Even bad people have to sleep sometime! I much prefer to be at Walmart in the early mornings, between 5 and 6 a.m. when there are few people about.
Kim - if I eat any amount of ice cream, I'm in pain and everyone around me knows I'm lactose intolerant, whether they knew it before or not... Have fun with your nephew!
Kelly - you always make me marvel at your strength and ability to deal with the younger set. It was never my forte.
JanetR - the great grands are just adorable, and Dana, your daughter is beautiful.
Rebecca - all my sympathy on saying "see you later," to your son. When both my kids were in Germany, it was a struggle, to say the least. And after he was stationed in Montana, we didn't see John, who's living with us now, for nearly two years. The days fly, looking back, but at the time they left, it seemed forever.
Getting a bit of work done this morning, even though it's an off day, but all the traveling has definitely put me behind the power curve on getting the winter grants completed. Don't want to be working on the house while my son is still asleep, so it's a productive couple hours at a time when my brain works best anyway.
Was waiting until my traveling water gain settled before I decided where I was weight-wise for November, ended up gaining six pounds over this last trip! Not all water, for sure. Really REALLY tired of traveling. Finding a routine is just impossible, and then there seems some conspiracy to traumatize me on the first day of every trip, I swear.
But enough excuses... time to buckle down. My appointment with my doc is next week Friday to get the final x-rays for my knee replacement, which will then be scheduled sometime in the next 30 days after that, I'm hoping the first week of December at the latest. I need to be back down under 180 by the time I see him, and shooting for under 175 by the time of the surgery. More would be better. Motivation is a lovely thing. I need to think about what I want MOST (a quick and successful recovery) instead of what I want MORE right this minute.
And, after the last year, Machka, traveling is definitely NOT my thing that I do for fun. As someone else said, I'm not even sure what fun would be for me anymore, but Rori's definition sounds pretty good. Just not being over-scheduled, over-slated, over-booked, over-pressured sounds amazing. I am looking forward to next summer, as is my husband, and getting a canoe out on the Arkansas river in the early morning. I let him do the paddling (because I stink on ice at paddling quietly and serenely), and just enjoy the ride.
And on a happier note, and sorry to make this into a REALLY long post, but I'm really proud of our son. He took a couple serious financial hits this week, and of course all the bad things always happen at once. But he gave himself two days to wallow in "poor me," then stepped right back out of his funk and is making plans. He's in touch with Oregon State University in Corvallis (he graduated from high school in Oregon, so it's in-state tuition), as they have a program that he's interested in (fermentation science) and is making all the arrangements to get accepted to the school, get started in April, and to get his GI Bill in place before that time for tuition and housing. Considering that less than a year ago, we were dealing with him being suicidal, it's a terrific set of steps for him to make. Planning a future is a major accomplishment, and a really great place for him to be inside his head. Very pleased that he's making rational, supportable, optimistic plans, far enough ahead to put some money away to get there, and not so far off as to seem unreachable.
And, much as I love him, it will be good when it's just me and Corey again, and we can run around the house nekkid if we want to.
Love y'all,
Lisa in Arkansas9 -
Good morning! It's Friday! Whoot! Got to bed by midnight (I think I fell asleep right away, but I woke up about four or five times before my alarm went off this morning at 5:30). Today will be Loooooooong! Kids in my house from 6:30am-11:30pm. I have the day planned with lots of "busy time" and not so much free play for the littles, hoping this will stave off the crazy. Fingers crossed!
Janet- Mia and Layla Adorable!
REbecca- YOU need to relax and soak up the energy, presence, light and life that your boy gives. I know every hug you give will be giving him the needed love and energy to get him through these next months/years. Putting my arms around both of you!
Allie- Oh those long days back to back with an early shift are hard! Hang in there! If you have to skip the memorial party, don't stress about it. I think we (individuals) tend to put a lot of pressure on ourselves to make a showing at things like this, when in reality, most mourners don't remember who they saw and spoke with because everything in their brains is all a jumble at those times. Sending prayers/vibes for strength and peace!
Machka- I have had many vacations at home. I usually tell my hubby in advance that "I am not going to cook this week" or "I am only cooking a couple of big meals", I then plan "vacation-y" type of meals like grilling or seafood, I buy ingredients for Bloody Marys (my favorite vacation beverage because it is technically a salad in a glass) or a couple of bottles of wine, AND the pièce de résistance I/we take walks whenever we want and where ever we want. Watching people walk/run past my house at 9 or 10 in the morning, to me, is the epitome of luxury! At 9 or 10 in the morning I am usually knee deep in children. Another thing that makes me feel like I am vacationing is when I build the sandbox in my kitchen. The night before the kids arrive, after I have the sand in place, I put a lawn chair in the sand and just sit with a beverage and my toes in the sand. Sometimes I throw some Bob Marley music on and just close my eyes and chill for a while.
Have I shared this here before? This little meme seems to pop up in front of me whenever I am in the middle of a pity party. I think I am going to print it to hang where I can see it every day.
Well, I better get busy! One kiddo here; more on the way. Love and hugs to all who need them! ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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And, after the last year, Machka, traveling is definitely NOT my thing that I do for fun. As someone else said, I'm not even sure what fun would be for me anymore, but Rori's definition sounds pretty good. Just not being over-scheduled, over-slated, over-booked, over-pressured sounds amazing. I am looking forward to next summer, as is my husband, and getting a canoe out on the Arkansas river in the early morning. I let him do the paddling (because I stink on ice at paddling quietly and serenely), and just enjoy the ride.
Love y'all,
Lisa in Arkansas
That does sound nice. But especially the part about "Just not being over-scheduled, over-slated, over-booked, over-pressured sounds amazing."
I don't know when that's going to happen for me. Every time I think I'm catching up 16 more things get added to my list. I'm on the "do 2 things, add 16 to my list" plan!!
All the best with your knee!
Machka in Oz
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Machka- I have had many vacations at home. I usually tell my hubby in advance that "I am not going to cook this week" or "I am only cooking a couple of big meals", I then plan "vacation-y" type of meals like grilling or seafood, I buy ingredients for Bloody Marys (my favorite vacation beverage because it is technically a salad in a glass) or a couple of bottles of wine, AND the pièce de résistance I/we take walks whenever we want and where ever we want. Watching people walk/run past my house at 9 or 10 in the morning, to me, is the epitome of luxury! At 9 or 10 in the morning I am usually knee deep in children. Another thing that makes me feel like I am vacationing is when I build the sandbox in my kitchen. The night before the kids arrive, after I have the sand in place, I put a lawn chair in the sand and just sit with a beverage and my toes in the sand. Sometimes I throw some Bob Marley music on and just close my eyes and chill for a while.
I am fortunate to live in a beach town ... I just need to start scheduling some time to enjoy it! And it would help if summer weather would stick around for more than just a few hours at a time.
My husband has been working on our yard so that now it is a place I want to be. We had a BBQ the other week, and I actually did relax for a little bit. It was really nice to be out there. I think we're going to have to do that more often ... once a week would be nice.
And he's starting to walk more ... we made it all the way down to the beach, along the beach and back the other day. It'll be nice when it starts to warm up in the evenings more regularly to go there more regularly.
But one of the reasons I have to get away from home is because when I am home, I'm constantly thinking ... I need to do this, I need to do that. I have a lot of trouble putting it out of my mind.
So ... I am thinking of going away for a weekend in November. Not far away. Just 1 or 2 nights. My husband and me, and maybe a nice little cabin somewhere.
Machka in Oz
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Thank you all for the warm welcome, it's great to have a support group to vent to and have some inspiration from others. Barb again thanks for starting the group!!!! Love all the adorable grandkids Halloween costumes, thanks for sharing.
Heather - seems like things start falling apart all at once as they age kinda like us LOL kidding, hope things get better for you it's expensive replacing stuff. They should throw over 50 parties for people like when we had wedding showers and replace or update the stuff we have from over the years. LOL
Good luck on Saturday with the Parkrun and you will do great, show all those other peps how great it is to be 50 or older!!!
Beth - congrats on the October weight loss, that is awesome keep up the great work.
Rebecca - you have a great reason to feel melancholy, make sure you have the phones or computer set up to Skype so you can communicate with your son, that would put me in the same mood status. Nothing better than the love between a mother and her child. Hugs to you from the Windy City of Chgo.
Josie - Welcome I think you will get some awesome support, I just joined and feeling the love from all already. Great to converse with women our age!!!!
Snowflake - great start keep up the great work and keep you spirits high!!!! Great pics!!
Barb[/b] - thanks for the welcome and words of encouragement!!! Your doing pretty good yourself.
Karen - love the Halloween costumes they are awesome, November is a new month so get plucking back on course and we are here to help. Keep us posted on how things are going.
Rori - the scale is not everything, you need to feel good about yourself and how you look, so if the jeans are getting bigger way to go girl. Keep up the great work.
Sarah - You can do it, keep positive
Dana - Walking if great, just keep it up and you will find yourself getting better each day.
Kathy - WOW 104 lb weight loss that is amazing and AWESOME. LOG, LOG, LOG and you will get back on track.
Kelly - sweet dreams tomorrow is a new day
Michelle - good luck with the physical
Okie - sounds awesome
Started this week wearing my size 12, put a smile on my face!!!! Keeping me motivated for the month of November, want to continue moving forward.
Happy weekend to all make is a great one!!!!!
Jo from the Windy City Il6 -
And a couple other random photos ...
Peace Roses from our garden.
And me in my halloween T-shirt.
Machka in Oz
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I find fun in all the routine things I do in my life. I love having a schedule and since I've retired from full time work, I have time to schedule all the things I want to do. What's fun for me, may not be fun for other people and vice versa. My fun things include walking the dogs and listening to audio books, riding the exercise bike while watching TV and knitting, and line dancing. I no longer like to travel except short local drives with my husband, and I really don't like social events. Yes, I'm an introvert. 5
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Machka - your home and flowers from your garden are beautiful. Learn to enjoy and relax I am so jealous of your surroundings. 0
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I find fun in all the routine things I do in my life. I love having a schedule and since I've retired from full time work, I have time to schedule all the things I want to do. What's fun for me, may not be fun for other people and vice versa. My fun things include walking the dogs and listening to audio books, riding the exercise bike while watching TV and knitting, and line dancing. I no longer like to travel except short local drives with my husband, and I really don't like social events. Yes, I'm an introvert.
I am also an introvert.
This evening, I took,sorted through, processed, and uploaded some photos while watching TV. That's a bit of fun for me on a Friday evening. Much rather do that than be social.
I love cycling outside, but I'm not getting as much of that in as I used to. I'm doing a lot more running, but it isn't quite "fun".
M in Oz0 -
Karen in VA know it took a great deal of pluck to call your GS concerns to your son and DIL's attention. And it takes real pluck to be GS's Learning Coach. Well done!
Heather such deep bath time conversation topics! How old is Max?
Dana sounds like your DD's ex is acting like a looter...
Kathy from Portland you are so right about honestly logging everything. It's key.
Barbie your kitchen remodel sounds just right! Any idea how long it will take?
KJ peed on your couch??? While I'd love to come play at your house, it would be best on a day when you have no other kids.
What's going on that Justin needs to be with you to so late at night? What is his normal bedtime? "salad in a glass" :laugh:
Janetr precious babes!
Kay I hate it when the lawmakers word the propositions so that No means Yes and vice versa. As for candidates, I've had to hold my nose before...
Lisa hope no work travel is scheduled between now and your knee surgery. Enough is enough!
Machka Is the Peace Rose's scent as lovely as the bloom? Love the kitty Tshirt, esepcially their eyes. Your garden is very appealing but the weekend away sounds like just what's needed.
Rori safe travels. Any room for KJ and me in your suitcase?
Jo in IL con VERY grats on the size 12! Keep on, keepin' on!
Another thing that makes me feel good, is twice weekly T'ai Chi at our activity center. Great group of people, good movement. Time to dash!
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD.
60 g protein 1/1, rx/vits 1/1, meditate 1/1, walk one more step 1/1, knee exercises 1/1, walk Tumble 1/1, core 1/8, SWSY UP 0/8, SWSY LOW 0/8, hang up or purge art 0/4 AF 1/1.
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Hello ladies. Y'all sound like a lovely group.
I started on my weight loss journey on August 6, and I'm down 48 pounds as of today. I still have a long way to go--over 80 lbs more is my goal. I'm counting calories, cut out adding salt, cut sugar, cut coffee, drink water almost exclusively, and watch portion sizes.
My goal for last month was to stick with it, put air in my bicycle tires, and start adding in some deliberate exercise. I did that, but now I have to convince myself to do it regularly. For trick-or-treat night I gave out a LOT of candy. It was raining and kept a lot of kids away, and I was determined not to have any leftovers. I gave away candy by the handfuls, which was so much fun! I allowed myself one tiny little Reeses cup, and didn't feel deprived.
I came into August at 264 pounds. I had type two diabetes, high blood pressure--which was un-medicated--and mild arthritis. I hadn't been to a doctor in over 5 years. I was a heart-attack or stroke waiting to happen. I couldn't climb stairs without getting winded, and it always hurt--both ways. I wore a size 22--or just really stretchy 20s.
In just three months I've lost 48 pounds, I've been to the doctor and the gynecologist--I'm menopausal now, and I've had my first mammogram ever. I'm now on blood pressure medication, but hope I won't need it forever. Blood tests showed I had markers for heart or liver disease, but a second test a month later showed them within normal range. My cholesterol is normal, but my HDL is too low. It takes three months or more to change that, so I'm confident it will get better. I need to schedule a colonoscopy--which I've been dreading.
Goals this month: Schedule colonoscopy, see my new doctor for a follow-up, ride my bicycle when the weather allows, schedule a dental cleaning--since I missed my last one, and try to eat more veggies.
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Cari - Welcome! I had my first colonoscopy last month. It truly isn’t a big deal. You get a great nap! One thing I wish they had told me about the prep, you will be freezing, at least I was. The RN told me it was because you are flushing everything out of your system so quickly your body can’t regulate temperature as well.
Okie in the TX Hill Country3 -
Let's do this again. On my profile I track my weight each year I've been on here. I notice my lowest was 160 and today I weighed in at 202.4. Never thought I'd see 2 as the first number on my weight. In my youth I stuggled to stay over 120. I never weighed 145 until my 50's and here I am in the 200s. Shocking. So here was my journey and my current horse for those of you who know, I always post a picture of my horse.
August 2012 184
September 175
October 167
November 161
December 160
January 2013 157
February 160
March 158
April 160
May 160
That was 2013 before I broke 7 ribs and was confined to a chair for months. Here is what 2014 looks like
2014
Jan 181
Feb 186
March 185
April 182.8 (this morning) - Game on!
May 181
June 178.8
Oct. 175.6
Nov 189.4
Dec 186.8
2015
June 2015 190.8
August 194.6
September 188.6
October 176.2
November 174.4
December 171.8
2016 NEW YEAR!!!
January 169.4
March 174.8
June 181 (Time to get back in gear.)
2017
April 197 Highest ever!!!! Down we go . . .
November 2018 202.4 uggghhhh
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Hi. I look forward to getting to know you.
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