WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2019

ginnytez

So much to catch up on here. Reading everything everyone else has going on can tire me out!

Regarding autism, I have one great nephew who has it. While he may never live independently, he has shown much improvement over the years. My niece was very proactive in getting diagnosis and working with him. Thy live in Maryland, which evidently has some great programs for such children. Now in his mid teens, he is able to express emotions and some empathy. He is very bright, he just can't handle a lot of stimulation. His speech has also improved. Two other great nephew have auspergers-they also have learned coping strategies and and are aware of the difficulties they have. Both have graduation high school and work, but are not living on their own yet. There seems to be much more of this than when I was growing up. Makes one wonder.

Pip--so sorry to hear about dog-he is beautiful and I love seeing his pictures. We have had three dogs put down over the years, and I wept like a baby every time-but they each got to the point where quality of life was not there for them.

Made it through our Synod Assembly-interesting process seeing how the larger church works. Finished early today so went out and got a couple of pairs of capris (none of mine fit-too loose). While I was at store I picked up a pair of shorts to look at, and thought "those are way too big." When I looked at the size, I remembered when I was excited that I had gotten down to that. Those reminders of how far we have come are good have.

May not sound like much of a victory, but I actually bought a tank top for the summer. Very cute red, white and blue (set for the 4th of July in Phoenix). Wasn't going to buy it at first because I got super focused on my arms. All I could see at first was loose skin. Fetched myself up and told myself to stop being stupid. My arms are my arms, and they aren't bad for an old lady like me. Plus, I suffer from heat intolerance, so I need some cool clothes.

Hope everyone gets rest and the strength to deal with everything going on in their lives.

Ginny in Ohio

JRsLateInLifeMom

Ginny if them 20 yr olds can go swimming all sizes in string Y I mean string bikinis! Looks like buns floss . We can all wear what we want since we’re more conservative than them by far.
Amber Tx
I go without a bra just a T-shirt at home too old too many hot flashes to care if a neighbor looks in our window or peers into the backyard that’s their fault if they go blind seeing me.

Machka9

margaretturk wrote: »

Son passed the eating test so now on soft foods. I had bought some coffee for me and it quickly became his. So glad he was up for it. He walked the hall and sat in a chair for two hours. He is able to tell us now what he wants and doesn't want. Tremendous progress. They will be moving him back to the psych ward. I did ask about genectic testing. Said not covered by insurance. If it will help I will pay for it. I will also come and stay in psch ward with him like I am here in intensive care during visiting hours. I think having me and husband present makes a big difference in the care he is getting. I know it will get him out of here sooner and his prognosis will be better too. Another voice to ask questions and make sure they are giving the best care is important. I also think the staff appreciates it too. Helping son eat makes me think of you Allie and how you help you DFIL.

Thanks again for all your support.

Yes ... I've been the voice in my husband's situation.

Machka9

fanncy0626 wrote: »

Bike Ride
I’m not really sure how to determine calorie burn. I have an ebike, peddle assist. I do peddle relatively hard most of the time. I went 32 miles in 3 hours. So I calculated it at 2/3 the time for a leisurely bike ride. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!

Mary from Minnesota/ Arizona

I go with 100 calories for every 5 km. So you did about 50 km ... I'd go with 1000 calories. If you feel you used pedal assist for 1/3 of it, I might reduce it to 650 cal.


The 100 calories for every 5 km roughly matches Strava ... and also MFP when I choose a "light" option.



Machka in Oz

Machka9

On Wednesday mornings, my husband and I take a very small, specific pilates class ...
me for my right hip and lower back, him for his brain injury related issues (left leg, balance, etc.) ...






Machka in Oz

pipcd34

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exermom

Margaret – so glad your fall wasn’t worse. Get better fast

Pip – really the only time I wear a HRM is when I do spinning. Usually I can tell when I’m out of my zone, but I find that it is so very easy for me to go out of my zone when spinning.

Michele in NC

bwcetc

margaretturk wrote: »

Son passed the eating test so now on soft foods. I had bought some coffee for me and it quickly became his. So glad he was up for it. He walked the hall and sat in a chair for two hours. He is able to tell us now what he wants and doesn't want. Tremendous progress. They will be moving him back to the psych ward. I did ask about genectic testing. Said not covered by insurance. If it will help I will pay for it. I will also come and stay in psch ward with him like I am here in intensive care during visiting hours. I think having me and husband present makes a big difference in the care he is getting. I know it will get him out of here sooner and his prognosis will be better too. Another voice to ask questions and make sure they are giving the best care is important. I also think the staff appreciates it too. Helping son eat makes me think of you Allie and how you help you DFIL.

Thanks again for all your support.

My son’s test was covered after a case was made by the doctor that we were getting nowhere with medication by trial and error and son was worsening at the time. It’s not a perfect test by any means, but it did identify some problematic meds and recommended which meds would work with his receptors.

Machka9

ginnytez wrote: »

May not sound like much of a victory, but I actually bought a tank top for the summer. Very cute red, white and blue (set for the 4th of July in Phoenix). Wasn't going to buy it at first because I got super focused on my arms. All I could see at first was loose skin. Fetched myself up and told myself to stop being stupid. My arms are my arms, and they aren't bad for an old lady like me. Plus, I suffer from heat intolerance, so I need some cool clothes.

Ginny in Ohio

Good for you!

I wear tank tops quite regularly now and have done for the past year or so. My hot flashes started that trend with me and now I find it quite comfortable to wear them as a base layer at least. It is winter now, so I might have a couple more tops over top, but when I warm up, I can peel off the layers.

And yes, arms are arms.

That said, I'm finding the rowing is helping mine develop some definition which is nice.



Machka in Oz

DanaReel180

Checking in!
I had a good day! Drove out to Amity to the trade fair. Beautiful drive; it’s so green and all the wildflowers!

Magnolia trees someone was asking about them - they are messy. I’m blowing off the deck and raking quite a lot and the leaves are rubbery so they don’t break down as quick as others. They fall all the time. Mine just lost a bunch of leaves before it started to bloom. But they are evergreen so it’s nice to see something green in the winter.

Have a great Sunday!
Dana in Arkansas

margaretturk

danna love new hair cut

Snowflake1968

Machka - I just love the story of Yorktown. My daughter that is getting married has travelled back and forth to Branson from here as that where her fiancé’s Mother is locates. She is a professor at the university there. It’s a terrible drive back and forth in Winter especially.

Allie - have you talked to Sarasota at all? Are they offering you a job? It sure sounds like you could use a change.

Karen in NY - I love your cake idea.

Julie - I about once a month quit logging when I’ve gone over, but the rest of the time I log it all, the good, the bad and the ugly. I find that it helps me realize how far over I can do and how easily.

We worked all day on removing the old 70’s trailer paneling on wall in the hallway outside of our bathroom so that we can hang the track style door we bought. Tomorrow I will paint the wall and trim and Monday we’ll hang the door. Just hubby and I here this weekend, we told the Grands they couldn’t come. I’m tired but feeling accomplished.

Tracey In Edmonton

trucker743

Karen in VA, that was an amazing swim meet video! She's as regular as a side-wheel paddle boat!

Oh dear, Machka! I laughed and laughed at that cartoon! It reminds me of the good old Far Side cartoons! Just that wry down-to-earth sensibility. Pulling no punches.

Pip, I'm sorry Winkle is having issues. You two have taken excellent care of those dogs, it's plain to see. I hope you get to enjoy his company for a long while yet.

I lost a larger post, but am tired after an evening swim with DD and DGS. I often forget to post casual exercise like that. Glad I remembered tonight.

Sleep well, everyone, and dream only good things.

Sharon Nearly Asleep Near Seattle

bananasandoranges

✔️1. weigh in 59.5 stable, not losing...
-2. log all
-30 min exercise
- 4. five minutes meditation
maybe 5.Spend at least 2h on long term writing project
- 6.produce at least 2-finished pages per day average long term
✔️ 7. Take care of at least 3 shorter (1 pagish) writing or administrative task/bill, (union work doesn't count) per week
- 8. At least 15 min cleaning
- 10.average 1100 calories net,

• Overall Feeling : ok
• Log all: -
• Exercise: meeting friend for walk at park at 10 am
• 1100 calories net average:
• Long term writing 2h : more or less
• produce at least 2 finished pages per day average long term writing project (from June 1 to June 10,):maybe
•3 Short term writing/admin per week: yes on Monday

Grateful :
1. my corrector
2. my friend who likes to go for walks on Sundays
3. Sunny morning light coming in window.

59.66 average the week up to June 1, 59.43, lol .22 k loss in 8 days, or about half a pound. very slow, not very steady.

I've been dragging all week physically.
when I get out of bed I want to go back to bed after shower.
Haven't tidied last 2 days and home is in disarray
Writing is coming along. I really didn't know if I'd make it.
I need to send 8 more pages. Have 4.5 partially done.

auntiebk

still skimmin'

pip what Lanette said "gorgeous..." Married Man's trail? Oww how the heck did you do that to yourself?
Shannon in Rural Ontario Canada, so glad to hear the exercises have such a beneficial effect. Keep up the great work!
Margaret prayers continue for your son, his healthcare professionals and you.
Dana AHMOD: Ageing Hippie, Mother of Dogs What a collection of your dad's WWII service. Thanks for sharing!
Sharon and Rebecca, handsome men!
Julie T'ai Chi is always fun, good movement, lovely people.
Terri my Joe too, does not hear my advice, but will hear and act on identical words from any respected male. Pfaugh! Your hashtags made me laugh right out loud :laugh:
Kylia thanks for the update. Keeping you and yours in thought and prayer.
Rita Neither could I get to the group from my phone Thursday. Frustrating!
Michele, Original Medicare A and B don't include SilverSneakers, but Medicare Advantage programs (Part C) do, as do some Medicare supplemental insurance plans, depending on in which state you live. https://tools.silversneakers.com/Eligibility/HealthPlans
Barbie Could the endodontist be following up because of the osteoporosis med? I've heard the infusion style can have jaw bone loss as a side effect.
Amber love the jr belly-button pic. Wish I had the abs to lift my legs from seated position like he did.
SuebDew more puppy pics puhleez!
Ginger in TX good to see you popping in!
Beth DNA testing for rx compatibility, it's a wonderful new world!

Welcome @lagilmore1021

Only thru pg 23 but too sleepy to finish catching up or share story of great gal's trip to see Circles in the Sand. More tomorrow.

Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
Meditate 4/30, knee exercises 4/30, 60 g protein 3/30, vits+rx 3/30, play with Tumble 0/30, AF 3/30, steps=4502 Mon, 5116 Tue
Word for 2019: "GOOD" good attitude, good food, good times, good choices, good enough, feel good, GOOD! Word for June might be equilibrium.

GodMomKim

Hi Gals,

Heather – thanks for the update on Penny

Pip – the pictures are great sending hugs for you Kirby and pup! It is hard to have them age…

Terri in Ireland - So your DH is a typical guy!

Well I sat down to catch and write abit but 2 hours later… and I’m caught up – I’ll write a bit tomorrow.

Kim from N. California

bananasandoranges

I don't really diet per se but my instinct would be to eat more.

@Snowflake1968 thanks. you have good discipline. It sounds like you are enjoying the fix up work somewhat.

@auntiebk awesome that you are able to read so much. I just skim most of the time.nice about taichi

bananasandoranges

I really, really, really need to tidy today.

meeting a friend in 2 hours for little walk in park. would be good to have breakfast and tidy up for an hour before then.........

too much screen time. everytihings on screen these days...

Machka9

Sunday -- My husband and I got out for a decent ride this afternoon. It's great to be able to ride outside during winter like this! It was lightly overcast, 11-12C, and very light wind.


Distance: 27.14km
Elevation: 171m
Moving Time: 1:31:20
Elapsed Time: 1:40:06
Speed: Avg: 17.8km/h | Max: 29.9km/h


Machka in Oz

grandmallie

morning my lovelies~
I am up and having my tea, will do a quick run to Walmart in a bit for a few things go feed my DFIL, and then come home and start cleaning...
I haven't called back Sarasota .. I would have to fly down for an interview and haven't really had a long think about it..
I would have to sell the condo and move down there and with Capital gains I don't know if that is even possible.. all my friends and family are here.. but I definatly have to find another job..