WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY 2019
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Refrigerator Update Now that the fan has been replaced, the refrigerator is so quiet! Peace at last. Keeping my fingers crossed.
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Heather Glad your husband is home.
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Heading out the door to my granddaughter's last swim meet of her neighborhood team's season!
Karen in Virginia7 -
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Lisa KJ/Kelly is our "flip the script" guru, but I love it so much, I try to practice flippin' as much as I can!
NYKAREN3 -
jennietm2014 wrote: »Hi, I'm Jennie and I'm 58. I'm really struggling with a lot of issues -- weight, health, family, finances -- and sometimes it seems too hard to do, but what choice do I have?
I have been very successful at losing weight in the past. VERY. Also, I am very successful at gaining it back. VERY.
I have attempted many times in the last couple of years, only to fall flat on my face. This time, as in other successful times, something feels.....different. I don't know. I feel hesitant to "put myself out there" on MyFitnessPal message boards. I know my chances of being successful are greatly increased by finding like-minded people and building a support network for myself. BUT I barely have time to write this and then I feel badly if I don't ready every single other post and respond and, well, it gets exhausting. Sometimes I wish you could read a post and respond in your head and that message would be sent. Someday when we all have microchips in our heads. LOL I dunno, it makes me feel like I'm an attention-seeker without giving back. It's hard for me to connect.
I am a dog lover and have 2 westies and one very small but sassy long-haired chihuahua that I rescued from a street corner a month ago. I called the shelter every day until they finally just asked, "So....do you want this dog, because the person that turns them in to animal control gets first dibs after they determine that the owner can't be found." I'm getting a little flack about a third dog, but whatever. Some days I feel like it's the only family I have to come home to. (Said the crazy dog lady with 15 dogs. *sigh*)
I want one of these!6 -
In a book I just finished reading, the main character is recently divorced and asks an older friend, "What's it like to be single?" The friend replies, "You get a lot more work done." 5
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klanders30 wrote: »I am in a challenging technology class this a.m., when the class got bogged down, frustrated and stuck (the instructor was teaching via a webinar so was on a screen, not teaching in person) the "facilitators" in the class noticed our frustration, so they started frantically handing out chocolate to keep us in our seats! I got out of my chair and walked out to catch my breath and deal with how infuriating it was, others stayed and chowed down on the candy
I am not saying this to boast, whenever I got stressed/frustrated in the past, I would have been tearing into that candy, trust me. I am taking this course to learn something new, if it is of no use to me, or taught in a manner that is complete GREEK to me, I do not have to eat candy 
Isn't it fascinating to notice how our society throws food at us at a moments notice, to soothe, comfort, bribe, entertain, distract etc?
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Machka i’m Attending Google tech boot camp for educators. Primarily a chance to explore free apps to help engage kids in learning, evaluation tools and even early coding. I am curious about what’s out there and how I can apply video taping into my teaching. “Wevideo” was the subject of the webinar, I think it was a programmer speaking to us, he really couldn’t read the room to understand that a lot of us couldn’t keep up. Also he was showing us advanced skills that weren’t easily accessible because we hadn’t paid for the “premium” access.
Tomorrow is the last day, they raffle off free tech gadgets, fingers crossed that I win something for the classroom
NYKAREN7 -
Well the day is ending well.im down at our riverfront park listening to music with my girlfriends and having a couple of spiked seltzer and now chugging down water. .busy day tomorrow but that's ok.at least I'm off from work4
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stats for the day:
bike ride hm 2 gym- 6.41min, 14.1amph, 137mhr, 1.57mi= 69c
apple watch- 63c
bike ride gym 2 sumn station- 52.25min, 14.1amph, 144mhr, 12.34mi= 515c
apple watch- 450c
jog station 2 wrk- 4.49min, 141mhr, 9.44min mi, .49mi= 62c
apple watch- 54c
jog wrk 2 sta- 4.18min, 9.38min mi, 145mhr, .44mi=65c
apple watch- 68c
Bike ride dome 2 hm- 17.51min, 8.4amph, 144mhr, 2.51mi= 185c
apple watch- 143c
total cal 8965 -
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is it too late to join the 50+ group?6 -
grandmallie wrote: »Your right ladies as much as I want to do it.. I would be stupid to do so.. so will do what I need to do .and keep trucking.. my stomach churns every darn day I come to work..
And keep applying for other jobs.
When I got the position I'm in, I had sent out 27 CVs and had done numerous interviews (phone, Skype, and in-person). It takes time and effort.
Here in Australia, a CV consists of the 2-3 page document (resume?) briefly listing our education and experience, plus a multi-page document addressing the Key Selection Criteria, plus a 1-2 page cover letter summing it all up. Each of those 27 CVs was 10-20 pages long. It's all I did with my evenings for about 6 months!!!
In Canada, it was a little bit easier because I didn't have to do the Key Selection Criteria document, but there were times when the economy wasn't doing so well that I sent out 100+ resumes/applications before I got a job. It was a numbers game ... 100 resumes/applications resulted in about 10 interviews which resulted in 1 job.
I'd recommend starting with all the places in your area where you think you'd really like to work, and send each of them a resume. In fact, it would probably be better to go to them and drop it off in person so you can make contact and see the places.
Machka in Oz4 -
I just recently joined the MFP community. I am 52 years old with 2 teenage children, 2 old cats, 1 young dog and my husband of 26 years.
Recently received a diagnosis of Type 2. Bummer of a day. Doc says I can reverse it if I loose the extra weight I gained since I quit smoking in Aug of 2018. {Almost one year down!! WhoHOOO}
I just Joined a gym and I will meet with the physical trainer for the first time on Thursday.
I currently work two jobs. One is as a school bus driver and the other is a home based sewing business. Both are pretty much sit down jobs. But my arms do get a workout turning the steering wheel of the bus.
I don't get out much as I work about 80 plus hours a week durning the school year.
I plan to schedule my gym workout after my morning bus runs when school starts on Aug 22. Right now my days are full taking care of my house and my mom who just had hip replacement surgery on the 3rd.
I am determined to loose the weight so I can enjoy our planned cruise next summer and beat Type 2 diabetes.
Julie
South Carolina
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Julie SC - Welcome hun Here’s hoping the site can help you log get control of diabetes to weight. Part of age we all got something that were tailoring our diet for (blood pressure to mobility reasons). Gyms a great start
NY Karen - Daughter download a free app or two for JR on my phone that she uses to stay sharp
1. Elevate (learning app has free y paid version) I like the free part only.
2. Happy Glass
3. Math Learner
4. Dictionary
5. Visual math 4D
She’s trying to get him ahead like she was
Amber Tx
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And yet another busy day on here!
Machka9-good luck with start of classes. I will admit, I am glad that part of my life is over, but I am still learning new things daily. Good advice about not posting resume.
Heather-so sorry to hear of your struggles. It is amazing how quickly we can fall back into old feelings. Very healthy that you recognize it.
Anniesquats-I don’t think it is petty to be counting calories for the funeral. It is you having a plan to be able to cope in a healthy way.
Barbie-I agree with you. I had asked my son to show me how to use kettlebells-he asked me what my goal was. When I told him toning and I might lose a bit more, he made the comment. My kids don’t usually mention such things. I just find it interesting that one minute I can see the changes, and not the next. I do know I am feeling pretty good where I am and I’m just going to keep doing what I am and see where it takes me.
BWCETC-great pics! Thanks for sharing them.
Allie-hang tough, keep looking, something will turn up.
Julie in South Carolina-welcome to the group. Your plan for exercise sounds good. I figure anything more than I was doing is good.
Had good day today. Very good 45 minutes on treadmill this am. I am now working on varying speed when I walk and lengthen the time at each speed. Increased to 4 minutes at each. For my short legs with two new hips, the 20 minute time frame is pretty quick. Did what needed to be one at work. Sensible lunch out with co-workers. Have lunch packed for tomorrow. Got in stretches and kettle bells this pm. Have to be at work at 7:15 tomorrow-interviewing a job applicant at 7:30..
Ginny in Ohio7 -
Too hot to get my gardening done. We finished the supplemental fenc for puppy as he could go right through the fence. He is very confused as to why he can’t just jump right out.
Tomorrow is retina specialist for 6 month check-up.
Glad Allie followed all the wise advice and suggestions. There is so much talent on this thread.
SueBDew in TX.
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I just wanted to take a minute to comment on the resume/job search. Contrary to what our government says there are still way too many out of work here in Alberta. I went to see two different career counsellors while I was looking for work for 6 months. I found that resume layout and content are much different now than even a couple of years ago, absolutely no more than 2 pages no matter what. Everything the job posting has listed has to be in your cover letter in exact wording as so many companies now use computer programs to weed through their applicants. I applied for around 400 jobs and only had three interviews. It’s tough finding a job these days.
Had a good day at work. I’m really enjoying my coworkers.
Tracey In Edmonton9 -
Julie SC ... never too late to join this group! Welcome!
Beth near Buffalo3 -
Snowflake1968 wrote: »I just wanted to take a minute to comment on the resume/job search. Contrary to what our government says there are still way too many out of work here in Alberta. I went to see two different career counsellors while I was looking for work for 6 months. I found that resume layout and content are much different now than even a couple of years ago, absolutely no more than 2 pages no matter what. Everything the job posting has listed has to be in your cover letter in exact wording as so many companies now use computer programs to weed through their applicants. I applied for around 400 jobs and only had three interviews. It’s tough finding a job these days.
Had a good day at work. I’m really enjoying my coworkers.
Tracey In Edmonton
It is a very good idea to have your resume looked at by a professional. I've done that several times throughout the years. Sometimes I've had it done by someone at one of my universities. A couple times my place of employment ran personal development seminars on the direction of the economy, where the up-coming jobs and areas of interest are, and included a resume development section. Mildly worrying when your employer runs something like that but nevertheless, I took advantage of it. I've also been employed by employment agencies (used to be called temp agencies) several times and a part of their service is to look at your resume and critique it.
Employment agencies are a great way to go - definitely an option worth considering. Some employers use them rather than having a full HR department. I have had some really good jobs through employment agencies.
Machka in Oz3 -
Julie SC - It's NEVER too late to join. Congrats on quitting smoking. Where in SC are you?
Michele in NC3 -
Lol have a good night guys
Amber Tx4 -
Taught at the YM this morning and got complimented by a couple of the ladies on my class. One said she felt much looser especially through the shoulders after the exercise. The other told me she thought she got a good workout but was not sore as she had been after other classes. Made me feel good.
Well son came and picked up his dogs tonight. They just returned from Europe, a first anniversary trip. We had the shihtzu for 2 weeks and the labradoodle this last week. Should be a quieter night tonight.
Lisa - Good luck on the grant.
Allie - Hang on. The right job is out there.
Everyone take care Sue in WA7 -
Hi Gals,
Allie – great decision on the employment scene… I was in a very stressful job at one point and went to my regular medical doctor, talked over the tummy troubles, the stress… he took my blood pressure and immediately took me off work for 4 weeks, as a medical necessity – now I was working for a bigger company and full time, but I ended up on state disability and had a month to find another job…
Welcome to everyone new, no need to respond to everyone, or sometimes even respond to anyone! In time you’ll get to know the regulars and you’ll be a regular welcoming the newbies.
I found the stories of how hard it is to live alone, even for a few days interesting, as most of my adult life I have lived alone (well with a dog), and while I love company – by 4 days of company I am ready to chuck them out the door. Granted some company is better than others. I think my 2 pet peeves are company that follow me around – when I say I need to get something I’ll be right back – do not come along…maybe I just need to breathe deep and find my smile. The other are those with no opinion, Would you like juice or fruit with your breakfast, I have both? “oh whatever or neither I don’t want to put you out” PLEASE !!! LOL can you tell what the last 2 weeks of company have been like? Tonight is dinner company and then a break. I’m ready. To flip this I would really like some help with things, 2 of us doing yard work or cleaning the house would make a huge difference. Someone right here to share with, or plop on the couch for a show… or at the end of the long work day someone to help make dinner or agree to go out would be nice. So I guess my take is that it is always sunny on the other side of the fence. And in the end most of us figure out how to cope with the bull poop that life hands us.
Kim from N. California
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It’s been a busy two days. My mom has speech therapy Monday and a doctor’s appointment Tuesday. She is recovering well from her fall last week, but they just can’t seem to get her blood pressure regulated. Hannah has dance Tuesday night while I searched the world for Dulcolax liquid for my “mother-in-law”. Finally got to the gym and it was a relief to get some down time.
Several of you have talked about cleaning around your spouse/partner. As single/never married, it is definitely easier to keep up even with a teenager at home. Hannah is great at helping out. I do have male companions/father figures for Hannah. There are times that the second income would be fantastic, but I’m very happy on my own.
Lisa in AR - I hope the grant goes well. I wrote several grants when I was at Ohio State. Our program director and division chair do most of the grant writing at the community college where I teach. Good luck!!
Michelle - I love Sally and Grumpy. They are adorable. My daughter is going to take ceramics in school this year.
Welcome to all the newcomers. This is a fantastic group. For those newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, send me a friend request and I’ll share my experiences.
Connie in KY4 -
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Karen: I’m so happy that your refrigerator is better! Yay!
Juliestar: Welcome to a great group! :bigsmile:
DH had a physical therapy session today that has left him hurting and in bed. Poor guy! This is a good physical therapist but today’s session was more than Dh was ready to handle. I hope he’ll rest well toninght and feel better in the morning.
Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
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Morning, afternoon and evening, all,
Katla, hope the DH wakes up feeling better.
Connie, thanks for the good wishes on the grant. I do love what I do - this one is... daunting, but do-able.
Kim, funny you'd talk about that. I was just discussing with my best friend whether we convince ourselves things are great because we must, or because they're actually great. I was actually talking about living in Arkansas. I'm falling in love with this place we live... and don't know if it's because my brain has decided that we really are going to live here until we croak over, or because it's actually that great. But then I see the fireflies congregating at night, and the hummingbirds visiting the feeder at dawn and dusk, and the incredible green of the grass and trees after all those years in the desert... and I think it really is that great. Maybe it's just the whole "bloom where you're planted" thing. Same goes for alone vs. having someone around. I work most days alone, but am seldom, if ever, lonely. It happens, but not often. I love both the working alone and the times I'm in contact, and love it with my husband here and when he's not. It's possible that I am just an unrepentant, incurable happy person with a snarky streak. I may never know.
To all the new ones, welcome! Keep coming back, there is much support and advice here, don't feel you have to respond to everyone, just where and when you choose.
All-staff meeting (two hours long) in town today, so actually have to like, put on real clothes and trundle into town. Ah well, there's worse things.
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR5 -
Morning ladies~am up and had my tea , going to drop Alfie at the groomers and then go get Tal and stop and walk the dogs and feed my DFIL , then off for cut and color for me and a trim for Tal.. then we have the afternoon.. will try and maybe come back here for a bit so I can work on resume.. maybe some of the paperwork for companions and homemakers.. only thing with that there is a no compete clause and I don't know if I want to do that.. even here in Connecticut which is one of the most expensive states behind Ca. and Hawaii you only get paid 10-11 bucks an hr.. need to make a bit more than that to survive.. private pay is the way to go.. so will keep hunting..4
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Fancy-I love your shepherd ❤️!
Debby In Va3 -
Barbie - with me it's the opposite. DH is the one with the 'work ethic', I am the ace procrastinator. Without him I just sink into a slough of despond and can't get anything done.
Like Carol said, we spend a lot of time in different rooms, but I know he is there.
Kim - I find 'company' exhausting. The thing about a good life partner is that they don't take up your personal space, except in a good way. I can't remember who it was, but it was some recently widowed woman who had had a good marriage, who said, "I have plenty of people to do something with, but I don't have anyone to do nothing with."
Luckily, we have a big house! Today my cleaner came and cleaned most of it.
DH locked himself in his study! I will pick up the few bits she couldn't manage to get to, like the exercise room. She only comes for two hours once every two weeks. Bargain! The house stays remarkably clean here - it must be the sea air, and we are both tidy. Our last house was dusty in a couple of days. She is very good for our marriage as there is no anxiety about who is doing what housework! I refuse to do more than half. Other than that we have our own areas of responsibility and it works well and fairly.
Rori - I was very conscious all the time I was moaning that I have it so good most of the time. Now he is back I can't imagine what I was thinking of. I feel fine. But I know it is more deep seated than just missing my partner. It must go very deep. I have, all my life, been prone to severe depression and it was only meeting DH that has got rid of that. I associate being alone with depression and the hopeless, helpless feelings come flooding back. I am fragile. I admire people who can live alone and I absolutely understand your feelings about wanting some time to yourself and free of responsibility. You deserve it. Would your husband go into respite care for a few days? Does he go to day care at all?
The good news is that I feel fine. The bad news is that the 4 lbs has gone back on (I had lost 2 lbs of it) , so I am currently 4 lbs over target. Grrrrrrrrrr! Why? I have been eating too much, although I have been keeping my calories under maintenance, or so I thought. Obviously I was kidding myself.
Serious work now. I have my school year reunion in two weeks.
Much love, Heather UK xxxxxxx
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In a book I just finished reading, the main character is recently divorced and asks an older friend, "What's it like to be single?" The friend replies, "You get a lot more work done."
That was definitely the way when my ex husband and I separated. I stayed in the apartment and it went from a disaster area to something that could almost appear in a home magazine. Plus I worked full time, took night classes for 4 years in software development, got into the ultra-long distance cycling I do, and travelled more than I had done in years!!
My ex husband totalled our car just before we separated so ...
No husband + no motor vehicle = a lot more money, time, and enthusiasm!!
My current husband is a lot better, even with the severe brain injury, but he is 12 years older than me, and I suspect he'll likely go before me ... odd are. If that happens I doubt I'll marry again. I envision me in a little house surrounded by bicycles and cats and computers.
Machka in Oz5
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