WOMEN AGES 50 + FOR DECEMBER 2019
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Thinking randomly about possibly goals for 2020 ...
I am hoping to get into a bit more running in 2020 ... especially if they fix my nose and I can breathe!! I would like to get back into running 5Ks at least ... maybe more ...
https://www.runningcalendar.com.au/
I'm mostly a cyclist, but there are a couple things that appeal about running:
- I can run at lunch. I could cycle them too, but it would take half my lunch break to get ready and get out there what with all the kit and unlocking the bicycle and getting past all the pedestrian and vehicle traffic to where I could ride. With running, it's a quick change into tights, tank top, and running shoes and I'm out the door.
- Running, even just 3 times a week, seems to help keep my weight steady if not dropping slightly. That's in combination with other exercise on the other days too, but adding running seems to be effective.
Machka in Oz3 -
Last night of our holiday!
Cheri
currently enjoying the lights of the menorah16 -
Pam - welcome. And welcome everyone else new.
Michele in NC1 -
"Todo"s and "done"sdone: emailed asking for hospitality assignment, connected Joe’s pc to printer/ethernet, ordered ink, red wine extract, light bulbs and raincoat for Tumble, printed next mtg sign, reconciled checking account, paid bills, set up autopayments for new Part D insurance, 19 mins vac/tidy LR.Rebecca, hoping there is a simple and not scary reason for your youngest’s unusual change in phone behavior. Maybe the voicemail box is full because he has been out of range and unable to retrieve, or maybe he lost the phone and can’t retrieve from some other device, or maybe he can’t access because he hasn’t been able to pay the bill. If it were not that his being away from all aspects of his cell phone is so unusual, it wouldn’t be so worrisome. When was the last time either of his brothers heard from him?
to do: dust LR, prep veggies, finish/print minutes and Harassment info for dropping off to Howard, phone calls (electrician for invoice, SDAO re grant, vet re flea and heartworm rxes and dog group flyers), post minutes and next meeting sign, recycling mountain, Freddie’s, invest 10 mins cleaning DR.
Michele what an impressive lot of decorations! Makes my head hurt to try to imagine how Vince wired them to get those effects, especially in the arches. Was happy to see the Nativity, found it calming.
Rori ((hugs))
Dawn thankful no chemo/radiation at this time. What cuties, siblings? Sorry, seem to have missed the story of the adoption, would you re-share?
Annie I want to inscribe CI<CO onto my glasses so it’s superimposed on every tasty item that catches my eye.
Margaret thankful for your friend’s AppleWatch emergency alert, sorry to hear about the accident and its impact.
Heather what is it about car trips that frightens you?
Lisa I believe you foresee exactly what will happen with your son in law and the snake (both of them.) Am so with you in your assessment of practical jokers, cruel and self-centered. Assuming your desire to be there for the birth is strong, is there any way you could rent a mongoose to somehow wear on you at all times?
Realizing your wishes are unlikely to be respected, believe Okie’s “choose to stay at a hotel and limit my time at the snake house to the very minimum. Maybe visit while she is still in the hospital so you don’t have to go to the house “ approach to be most practicable. I would NOT put myself out, provide childcare or housekeeping services and if asked why, answer honestly. Would you be able to defuse the surprise element by doing as Karen in VA did?
KJ she who takes the decorations down gets to choose the timing. Just sayin’.
Allie I think you should ask Trudy what she wants to do at Machu Picchu and then research it. Thinking it could be pretty strenuous just walking at that elevation, much less climbing all those terraces. . . but what great motivation for getting aerobically fit!
Lanette I love the HEALth mentality meme. Now to just change my thinking…
Carol your GD is so very cute in her new dress and UGGS.
Welcome Pam in MI. Barbie will start us off on a new thread the evening of the 31st.
Karen in VA “ball python named Monty” made me choke on my water. :laugh:
Didn’t go outside today, but my min 10 mins cleaning turned into 19 so I’m satisfied. Sinus pain greatly reduced, coughing increased, but hopeful that means any congestion is breaking up. Want to go into town tomorrow for the first time in a week.
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
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Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie, well its been since April for both of them as well. Patrick Athenas Daddy, and middle brother, sent his Navy younger brother a kind of stern message on Messenger, about "hey I had a kid, thought you would've contacted me about that". Brothers are both as frustrated as we are.
💖Rebecca4 -
Cheri I love the Kettlebell! Here is my old success story thread that has a lot of information on how to swing and the program I follow.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10449355/update-stronglifts-and-kettlebell-transformation-pictures#latest
Mary from Arizona/ Minnesota5 -
Wow, I have spent the last two days reading all of the post for December. So much has happened but I feel all caught up now.
Machka - So happy to read that your biopsy came back with good news.
Michele - I can understand how you feel as a Mother, but I can understand how Denise feels as a Daughter. We moved from NB to Alberta on Christmas Day 1997 and we have not been back for Christmas since. Besides the cost of flights for 4 of us, I also wouldn't want to go back and face the battle of whose house we were at when. I know it hurt my parents terribly and I suffer guilt about it, but I also wouldn't change it. The closest I was home at Christmas time was in 2012 when my Dad passed away on the 9th of December.
Rebecca - I agree with you it is far past time that your son contact you, his brothers or his father. I hope that your husband understands your need and supports your decision to contact the Ombudsman.
We are a group of people with beautiful grandchildren, what a joy they are! Newborn or older! I've so enjoyed seeing all of the pictures.
I read about how technology has made it easier being further away from family. I actually made that a facebook post this week. My brother, his wife and nephew facetimed with me while visiting my Mom. We also received videos of her and my MIL opening the Christmas gifts we sent them. It was so special to see them enjoy their gifts. The gifts were photo books of Kaitlyn's wedding. We received one as a gift too.
I lost track in the middle of November when my husband started having some medical issues pop up. He has not listened to me in a decade that he should be going to a doctor, eating better, losing weight, etc. I haven't mentioned the quitting smoking but he knows I thought it. In mid November he developed an abscessed tooth, he at first refused to go to the dentist and only went to a walk in clinic for an antibiotic. The doctor gave him one, but didn't do anything for pain relief. I ended up taking him to the hospital later that night where they gave him a shot and a stronger antibiotic to take on top of the other one. On Monday I went to work and told my boss about it (she's a RN) and she told me I needed to get him to a dentist. I made an appointment for him and we went that night. The Dentist gave him another antibiotic and prescribed a pain killer as well. He also told me that Rodger needed to see a doctor as his blood pressure was high. He had two abscessed teeth, a wisdom tooth and the molar right in front of the wisdom tooth. Rodger wouldn't let me make an appointment for him, but promised once the pain subsided some he would go to a doctor. I reluctantly agreed. He had an appointment set for tooth extractions on Dec 10th, but before doing it the dentist wanted to test his blood pressure again. When he went to get it tested it was still high so he finally relented and let me make an appointment for him. He is now on blood pressure medication, had to go for blood work which has come back as pre-diabetic, and high cholesterol. He has to go for an ultrasound to check out his liver and abdomen. He's upset because he now knows all of this stuff. I don't understand it, I would rather know what I'm dealing with and battle it than to just bury it and sit here and die. It's been an eye opener for him and he has changed his diet drastically, and is joining the local rec centre. The doctor will only clear him to walk or swim nothing strenuous to start. It took two weeks to get the pain under control and 5 rounds of antibiotics and now we need to make another appointment to see about the teeth.
During all of this, we had our craft shows and the big order of 139 ornaments for my boss. It was a terribly busy time and I went without a lot of sleep. In the midst of it our newest son in law took another at another station as an EMT and ended up being scheduled for Christmas so we had our Christmas on the 21st. With everything I had been doing and trying to keep up with at work and at home, I ended up in so much pain in my hips and back that I could barely move the night before we were to have it, so my youngest and her new husband did all of the baking and cooking for the big Christmas dinner. On Christmas Day both girls came to visit, but it was a very relaxing day. We had leftover turkey and a frozen lasagna cooked and people chose what they wanted. Rodger chose to not have anything as he is having stomach issues now. I am worried about him, but he is almost 55 and I am not his mother.
With all of the pain I have been in since the wedding and the terribly steep learning curve I struggled with at my new job, along with all of the terrible amounts of food that is always given and sitting around at the manor I have gained back almost 20lbs. I am so disappointed in myself and know that I need to get back on track. It might be easier this time since Rodger is concerned and watching what he eats now too. He won't be asking for burgers and pizza every night. He has joined MFP and can't believe how many calories are in food.
Well that's enough of a novel, I am going to try to keep more caught up, I've missed you all!
Tracey in Edmonton, where the weather is very mild for this time of year.12 -
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Tracey - So glad you have returned to us.
It sounds as if you have been through the mill. My husband is similar and has only just been to the doctor about his bad back.
The most important thing is that you should look after yourself. Of course, you know that! I too tense up when I'm under stress and end up so stiff and aching. In the past my back would seize up completely, but nowadays I manage to avoid that by regular exercise. I've put on some weight too recently, but I'm too scared to weigh myself! (((HUGS)))
Barbara - I just think we are about to crash at any minute. I get extremely tense and can smell my fear in my sweat. I think I don't entirely trust my husband's driving, although he is ok. His style of driving is a bit impatient. Plus there are idiots everywhere. I think I am going to die when we are driving round London near Heathrow. Five lanes going in all directions. Unfortunately this journey is all motorway. I'm better on smaller roads.
Oh well. I'm doing it.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx8 -
Tracey, so nice to hear from you! I know about husband's and their health/reluctance to seek medical attention. It took a heart attack (at age 56!) for my husband to give some serious thought to his health. And even then he hasn't made many concessions, but it did get him to quit smoking, so that's something!
Liked the health/diet post, about how it's more adopting a healthy lifestyle as opposed to going on a diet. I read somewhere that "going on a diet" implies that you'll be going OFF the diet as well. I really need to wrap my head around that more thoroughly! I am trying to gear myself in that direction. On that note, I must get to bed as I have every intention of getting to the gym in the morning - there are no excuses!! lol
Congrats to those celebrating, hugs for those needing them and welcome to the newbies!
Evelyn, Vancouver Island2 -
Howdy, folks. Just read through all the pages I had missed. Just a few observations:
Goals:- Working on review of 2019 goals. My primary goal was to achieve a weight of 155lbs. I achieved 147.8lbs. I am currently up a little because I chose to indulge myself over Christmas. This is temporary. I have already discarded some of the overage.
- Updating annual goals for 2020. I have a notebook where I have been doing this now for the past 20 odd years. I also do quarterly/monthly/weekly reviews. My health/fitness goal is to maintain around 150lbs.
- Still formulating/reviewing other goals for 2020.
- Over the last 5 years I have achieved a healthy, fit lifestyle by permanently adopting sensible healthy eating habits, and increasing my activity level.
- My diet hasn't really changed drastically, but the amount I eat has.
- It has taken a while, and I still have to be very mindful. I am a work in progress.
Later, my friends!
☘️ Terri.6 -
Heather Do you drive? I'm sure you are aware that people who need to be in control do far better behind the wheel than in the passenger seat, which makes me wonder why you aren't the main driver of the car. My ex-husband was always very anxious when I drove. I am an excellent driver (so is he). He just needed to be in control. I actually prefer to be the passenger unless the driver is distracted or dangerous. Then I tell them to pull over & let me drive.
Barbara Do you know that at least 3 of us suggested that name for the python before my son asked why everyone was suggesting Monty? I asked him if he'd had a stroke & needed to be taken to the hospital, which made my daughter-in-law laugh uproariously. Finally my grandson, 11 at the time, clued him in & the snake was named.
Tracy Wow, your husband is lucky he stumbled into some medical care. Sounds as if he might have metabolic syndrome & maybe fatty liver? He'll live a lot longer & healthier if he takes all of this stuff seriously. It's probably part of the reason his dental health deteriorated in the first place. (((Hugs)))
Karen in Virginia4 -
Hi ladies
Had a very lazy day yesterday, I just gave in and rested, felt terrible with this darn cold. DS now has it, he has also developed a nasty cough, (he's taken to his bed today) lol, I'm feeling a little better today, but still ache all over.
Tracey, what is it with men not taking care of themselves? All you can do is look after yourself and keep supporting your hubby on his good choices.
Heather I am also a nervous passenger (but I don't drive) I thought it was just me expecting the worst, I worry about other drivers crashing into us, I worry about cars stopping in front of us - as soon as I see a brake light I'm saying slow down. DS and DD get quite cross with me but I can't help it. I wish I could sit back and relax but I can't. It's even worse when it is someone I don't know driving me (I can't tell them to slow down lol) I sit and think I'm going to die - I know very dramatic but it's how I feel.
Lots more I have read and wanted to reply to, but my mind has gone blank.
Think I need a cup of tea, I'm flagging.
Love to all
Viv UK
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Meant to say love to Athena and hope she recovers soon, poor baby.
Viv UK2 -
Rebecca: Sending love to Athena. Hope she I see better soon.
Also to others in extremis. Sending much love and healing prayers to those who need them. 💕💖💕2 -
Thinking randomly about possibly goals for 2020 ...
I am hoping to get into a bit more running in 2020 ... especially if they fix my nose and I can breathe!! I would like to get back into running 5Ks at least ... maybe more ...
https://www.runningcalendar.com.au/
I'm mostly a cyclist, but there are a couple things that appeal about running:
- I can run at lunch. I could cycle them too, but it would take half my lunch break to get ready and get out there what with all the kit and unlocking the bicycle and getting past all the pedestrian and vehicle traffic to where I could ride. With running, it's a quick change into tights, tank top, and running shoes and I'm out the door.
- Running, even just 3 times a week, seems to help keep my weight steady if not dropping slightly. That's in combination with other exercise on the other days too, but adding running seems to be effective.
Machka in Oz
Looking over 2019 goals ...To sum up ...
Half marathon in January ... Done!!
Gradually build up cycling distance ticking off milestone distances along the way. The goal behind this is to build a solid base for further long distances and events in 2020.50 km
75 km
100 km
125 km
160 km (100 miles)
Get back to climbing 20+ flights of stairs at least 4 days each week. I work in a 10-storey building, and can climb 10 flights in the morning, and 10 flights in the afternoon ... plus extras if I want.
Walk (or run or hike ... basically move by foot) more than last year.
These are my walking/running/hiking totals for the past few years ... so ... more than 1357.1 km in 2019 would be good.
2018 - 1357.1 km
2017 - 1302.52 km
2016 - 1133.02 km
2015 - 1131.7 km
And build some upper body & core strength + improving flexibility.
I haven't been able to run since the half marathon.
I am cycling but not building up.
I am climbing stairs but not regularly.
I am walking ... quite a bit of walking. Right now I'm at 764.8 km for 2019 so I just need to walk about 170 km/month to make my goal by the end of the year. Might be a little bit of a stretch, but we'll see.
I am getting some upper body and core with pilates, rowing and some additional exercises.
I'm just starting to run again after nearly a year off.
I am cycling occasionally, but we still haven't done a 50 km ride.
I have been trying to climb more stairs and built up to about 15 flights on occasion.
I'm about 300 km behind last year, but have hit the 1000 km point!
Through a combination of pilates, rowing, and weights, I hope I'm improving the upper body and core strength, and perhaps my flexibility too.
Machka in Oz1 -
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Rebecca - it's time. If you've not already done so, reach out to his command and get their chain in motion. Eight months is far too long. If he didn't want to be embarrassed, he should have reached out long since to let you know he's alive.
Karen VA - and everyone who answered with advice - thank you for that. Not sure I have enough iron self control to handle the snake even once, but you're right that preparing for it and controlling the outcomes is better than the surprise factor, and will, as you noted, take the wind out of the sails of the jokers. Love the name Monty, but they let the 9-year-old name this one (also a ball python), and it's been called Fang. Not helping. We would have been staying in a hotel anyway (my husband really dislikes their dogs), and the rest will kind of fall where it may. Right now, if my daughter's C-section goes off on the scheduled time, we can't go. I've got labs and then a doctor's appointment I've been waiting for for three months. But my husband will try to get the following Friday off, and we'll drive up, see the baby on Friday and drive back Sunday after two nights in a hotel.
My husband's last day of his six days off today, then work a day, off a day for New Year's, work two days and so on. Have so enjoyed some quiet days with him with no pressure to accomplish anything--and then he got antsy yesterday and took down the wall between the spare bedroom and the half-bath. It needed doing, don't get me wrong, but the noise and mess drove me off to the stores--which is OK, I scored some really good deals at Joann's yesterday, and got stuck into an afghan in Girl Scout colors last night.
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR6
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