WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2019

KJLaMore

TerriRichardson112

@exermom People can be possessive about the oddest things, Michele. Your pool party sounds like fun.

@pipcd34 Welcome back. Hope you had a great cruise.

@kevrit 👍🏻 Good goals! I hope you get that bowel issue sorted. My bathers are still okay, but I reckon I may need a new cossie soon, as they are on the verge of loose.

@cmsavells I used to suffer from blood sugar crashes when I was out walking, and always had to carry something healthy to get me over them. Hasn't happened in a long time though.

@bananasandoranges That's a respectable and sustainable loss. Chocolate is good in small quantities I buy 2 bars of dark chocolate each week, and always intend them to last..... but sometimes 2 squares is just not enough.

@trucker743 Sharon, my garden only looks like that in high summer in the middle of July! Temperatures here seldom go above 30*C. 💖 the happy chappie. I'm sure you will have a great time at the family wedding.

@LisaInAR Glad to know that you are finding time for yourself in that busy schedule of yours, Lisa. The House Book is a great idea. You are doing so much to make it your home, and it gives you something to look back on in the future. We tend to take before and after photos of work we do on the house/garden. It sounds like Corey is getting a lot of fun out of the garden. I'm sure he can find a few veggies that will tickle your tastebuds.

Today is more promising than the last few days, and I'm hopeful that I can get the rest of my summer containers planted up. Some of my groups have already broken up,for,the summer, so next week will not be as hectic as my usual first week of the month.

☘️ Terri

linder4866

1948Peachy

Happy June to All and Welcome to All New Posters!

Sharon ~ Your wildflowers are gorgeous and your grandson is cute!

Allie ~ Hugs for you! You sound very frustrated with life but try not to be...there will be a bright side for you.

I had an 8 lb weight loss after my knee surgery but think it is trying to creep back up. Have been working all week to get it back down but the 3 lb gain is disheartening.

Carol in GA

TerriRichardson112

I missed a few of you between my first and second post today.

@grandmallie It seems very unfair that your boss keeps passing you over. Do you want to permanently work full-time? If so, Could you suggest to him that he looks for someone to take up the slack and promotes you? I had to laugh at what you wrote about Tom and his dad. He hasn't learnt yet that you get out what you put in. Not in the least surprised that DFiL responds well to you.

@klanders30 Once a teacher..... 😂 Takes one to know one! I think it's a hard habit to break! The lists and recording is another symptom. And I've been caught out by the old faded receipt myself. Sometimes I actually take a photo on my phone.
And warranties are useless if someone goes out of business.

@1948Peachy Carol, it's normal to drop and then have a wee bounce back up after surgery. Your body is still in trauma mode. It will settle down. Don't lose heart!

LisaInAR

Oh, and I forgot one update - the daily iron + Vitamin C is doing absolute wonders for pretty much everything, not just my energy. My mind is clearer, my body's back to being regular again. Anemia is a worry if you've had a gastric bypass, as they bypass the first part of your small intestine (the duodenum) which is one of the main iron absorption points. However, mine was nearly 15 years ago, and I've never actually been anemic until now.

What I did NOT know until this visit was that being low on iron can also cause a rapid heart rate. They clocked me at over 120 BPM in the doc's office last month. My resting heart rate for at least the last five years has been in the high 50s, which is quite good, and until this visit, has never exceeded the 70s or 80s at the doctor's office. Looking at my Fitbit record, my resting heart rate edged up to 76 when I was feeling my worst, and is slowly coming down now. Need to get it back down where it belongs, and am hopeful that regular movement and the iron will help that happen.

Later y'all,
Lisa

TerriRichardson112

@LisaInAR That’s the best news! I’m sure things will continue to improve now that you know about the iron.

JRsLateInLifeMom

I find iron pills help with itch for me especially my head (Perimenopause issues 101). Woke up I’m down to 172 afraid to wake up tomorrow it will probably go back up to 175 going to enjoy it tho while it lasts!
Baby woke up a 2am wanting me so slept with his knee in my back very sore.

1948Peachy

JRsLateinLife ~ Welcome! Please sign your posts so we can keep up with you.

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Carol in GA

barbiecat

About "Jeopardy". We have watched nearly every episode for as long as I can remember. We record it to watch when we want. We watched all of the episodes when Ken Jennings was winning. The current champion is amazing. He has an broad range of knowledge and a gambler's willingness to bet it all. Besides that, he is charming and funny. I like reaching into the archives in my brain for facts I didn't know I remembered. For me the greatest triumph is when I know the answer and none of the contestants rings in.

The picnic that was rained out last Saturday will happen today. I made cole slaw to bring.

Barbie in NW WA

Katla49

Barbie: Thank you for the new thread!

Happy June! My June resolutions are strikingly familiar:

June 2019 Resolutions

1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week. Work on strength and stamina.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least 3 glasses of water a day.
5. Monitor sleep. Average 7 or more hours nightly.
6. Avoid alcohol. (I need to keep this one in mind because I've been a little lax lately.)

Machka: Happy first day of winter!

Michele: I’m sorry that Newcomer’s is not bringing the kind of satisfaction that it once did. :ohwell:

Pip: Glad you’re back.

Rita: You are looking great! Congratulations. :bigsmile:

Sharon: I love the photo of your grandson in your yard. :flowerforyou:

Lisa: I am delighted to hear that you are doing so well. WTG!!! :bigsmile:


We’re having a beautiful morning today. I’m planning to sit with DH and watch the river for a while, and then try to put some active fun into the day.

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

drkatiebug

Barbie, I know what you mean about Jeopardy. There have been a few times during the current champion’s run (at least I’m assuming he’s still the champ. I haven’t watched Friday’s show) that I have known an answer he didn’t and felt so smart. Never mind the 2 million times he knew it and I didn’t!

New month, new opportunities. I’m so thankful for new beginnings.

JRsLateInLifeMom

Sorry hun new too this not sure what sign your post means but I’ll sign it like sending a letter. If I get scatterbrained forget just remind me I love in a brain fog anymore. Been busy just mopped the baby proofed living room to got 3 supper cups ready all water for lunch got a picky eater.
sincerely, Amber Tejas

SophieRosieMom

OOPS - Just posted this in May -- here we go....

Happy June 1st, Ladies!

Katla - that is such great news that the CBD treats are helping your dog!! (A big thanks to Karen in VA who first used it on her pup with great results! ) I noticed lots of pet shops carry them now - mind boggling, big selection. Does the package say how much CBD is in each chew? How much does your dog weigh? Glad you had a good time with your visitors, by the way.

Rita - you are the bomb! Great job! Sounds like you are enjoying your retirement and the varied activities/jobs you can participate in. I was glad to hear your DH coming around to your Keto eating plan - makes life simpler not having to plan 2 types of meals. Love your new photo by the way -- I saw it and thought - who's this newbie? lol!

Tracey - how is the smoke today? How aggravating it's starting so early. Boy the countdown to the wedding is whizzing by, isn't it? Sorry about the job but like you said, timing probably isn't perfect anyhow. I'll join the ranks of folks who think the person they hired won't work out and you'll be getting a call in a month or two!

Rebecca - crossing fingers that it works out you can go spend some time with Athena and his folks!

Irish Terri - your ending month review reminded me so much of mine. Injuries and setbacks from unwise exercise choices, revising goals, and gratitude for support and circumstances that worked out better than expected.

Machka - I've been keenly following your experiences with the RTW folks and your busy, busy schedule. I was not surprised when you said the RTW provider was in her 20's. I also wonder if they have any providers are in their 40's and have plenty of life and patient experience who can make a more accurate and fitting assessment of your DH's progress and obstacles? Also, is the goal for him to get back to his previous orchard job - or equivalent, perhaps not so physical?

I remember when I managed our 911 Emergency Dispatch Center, I would often get calls from RTW folks, wanting to place people who were hurt on the job and now had physical limitations which prevented them from returning to that job. They thought an emergency dispatch job might be suitable....something where they could "sit down", lol. The RTW folks obviously never been in a highly stressful, fast-paced workplace environment like that. I invited them to come spend time in the center and advised them that out of every 100 applications for the job, perhaps 2 demonstrated the ability to gain the skills and had the personality to work there. And at the end of a year of training, only 1 would remain.

Anyhow, sounds like these RTW folks were much like yours.

OK, now to May/June goals...

On May 11th, I decided I really needed to get back on track. Blood pressure too high, pants too tight, just not feeling well from eating too much sugar and salt.

So I did the anatomically impossible feat of giving myself a boot to the rear - since Pip was busy planning her loveboat vacation, I had to do it myself, lol.

Anyhow, I looked back to my food diary from last summer when I was successful. Took note of what I was eating, when I was eating and decided to go back what worked for me. I went with an IF plan, not eating after supper, often skipping breakfast to get a 14 to 16 hr fast going. Eating low-carb muffins when I absolutely needed something to snack on after supper (I eat early, normally done by 4:30).

I also realized I needed to change my ideas about exercise. I could do my SWSY weights, but not depend on getting a lot of steps, at least not right now. So before breakfast I do about 15 minutes of various stretches and at least an 8 minute Tai Chi routine to further loosen up. Also aim for 20+ minutes every other day of Qigong or more Tai Chi for breathing and balance/coordination.

I'm happy to report I'm down 4 1/2 lbs, pants are loose again (meaning comfortable, lol), Blood pressure consistently in the 120's/70's - if it's high when I first take it, I sit for a few minutes and visualize going thru Tai Chi or Qigong. And down she goes!

For June, the plan is to continue. If I lose a few more pounds in the tummy area, that would be OK.

I'm going to see my doctor this week about the balance problems - due no doubt to my toes and getting used to the orthotics, but I also tend to have burning toes and feet especially in the summer. Some due to chronic low-grade athlete's foot I think, but also might have a neuropathy issue. So need to check that out. I'm not diabetic and have almost too-high B12 levels, but for years I know I was way under the "normal" threshold there.

That's the latest. Have a great weekend!

Lanette
SW WA State

TerriRichardson112

@lhscapil So pleased for you that the weight is shifting again, Lanette. When I did my review, I also realised that I had been slipping somewhat. When I pulled myself back into line, the weight started to drop again. Complacency is not a good friend.

@JRsLateInLifeMom Welcome to the group, Amber, (is Tejas a typo for Texas?). Looks like you got your hands full with that little live wire. At least when I was your age I could hand the little treasures back to their Mama. I can’t imagine how I would cope, but I’m sure you’re doing fine.

Managed to plant up my containers and am sitting with a coffee on the terrace. I will get up and tidy everything away when I’m done.

☘️ Terri

pipcd34

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cityjaneLondon

Hi all,
Good to start a new month. An 82° high was forecast, but I don't think we got up to that. I didn't go running because it was hot, but I went twice to my local supermarket for food and bought and planted some plants. Two geraniums for colour near the door and a thyme for the front for cooking. DH removed some ivy from the back wall and dug holes for me! I pulled up some weeds because he just doesn't see them. Huge plantains! He has no idea what to pull out and what to leave behind, so he doesn't touch it.
DSIL said she wanted a blue salvia for her birthday so managed to find that locally as well. We will give her a bottle of something nice plus I'm going to offload a very nice scented candle on her that was an unwanted gift. Don't like them. She does. She is coming with her boyfriend next weekend.
It's so nice to be able to leave the french windows open here. At our last house in the countryside we would immediately be invaded by flies and every other insect. Things do buzz in here, but they buzz out again. The birds are singing away and the breeze keeps things cool. I always wondered how people managed with bifold doors and insect invasion! We also used to have spiders galore! Rarely see one here.
My favourite Saturday night programme is back on tonight! Inspector Montalbano. Don’t tell DH , but he is one of my sexual fantasies. I just pretend I am interested in learning Italian. (It is set in Sicily and has subtitles)
The family are coming round tomorrow at 3.30pm for my son's little tea party. 40th. They got back ftom Majorca today, so I will be listening to their holiday reminiscences. I have orange and almond cake, scones, with jam and cream, or cheese, cooked mini sausages and strawberries. I'm giving him an IOU for a large contribution to a meal out with accompanying babysitting.
I'm very glad they got back safely.

Cooking Chinese chicken with chinese mushrooms tonight. Broccoli and a bit of rice. DH has stewed some plums.

Love Heather UK xxxxxxx

bananasandoranges

✔️1. weigh in 60.3 up
✔️ 2. log all
✔️3.30 min exercise
✔️ 4. five minutes meditation today
✔️5.Spend at least 2h on long term writing project
✔️ 6.produce at least 2-finished pages per day average long term
to do 7. Take care of at least 3 shorter (1 pagish) writing or administrative task/bill, (union work doesn't count) per week
X 8. At least 15 min cleaning
X 9. At least 15 min filing/paperwork
X 10.average 1100 calories net

• Overall Feeling : OK
• Log all: so far
• Exercise: walk around and do errands
• 1100 calories net average: already 88 over
• Long term writing 2h:yes
• produce at least 2 finished pages per day average long term writing project (from June 1 to June 10,): yes ! sent off 4 pages!
•3 Short term writing/admin per week: not

Grateful :
1.some stuff checked off
2. very summery weather
3. some pressure eased off

LisaInAR

Heather... enjoy your Montalbano. When I was in my teens (don't remember exactly what age), I saw "Deadlier Than the Male," with Richard Johnson playing Bulldog Drummond. It was my first memory of some form of excitation that I couldn't actually pin down at the time... That I remember 45 or so years later tells you how big an impact it had on my formative years! And left me with an abiding love of the English. And Bulldog Drummond. Thanks for bringing back that memory!

OK... four Christmas amaryllis planted outside (they either will make it or they won't--tired of looking at them in the house.) Another ivy-type plant that was desperately unhappy inside got a spot in the flowerbed as well, with a handy porch rail to climb on if it decides to survive. Almost anything will grow here, including cedar rust on the apple trees - weird fungal disease that cedars transfer to apples in the spring, and then apples transfer back in the fall.

b]Kim [/b]- any reasonably effective organic solutions you know of for cedar-apple rust? We'll need to treat them next spring before the spores release, according to a lot of things I read. They're too young this year to bear, so not too much of an issue.

And then Corey mowed the lawn while I moved all the firewood out of the carport and back to the woodshed, and hosed and squeegeed the carport down of all it's winter mud and muck. Jumping in the shower (it's 90 degrees outside already at noon...) and we'll go find a nice lunch somewhere.

Love weekends!
Lisa in AR

1948Peachy

PIP ~ We need photos of your cruise...Please!

Carol in GA