WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2020

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  • sh0tzz99
    sh0tzz99 Posts: 973 Member
    Yes, the Aetna plan is good only at dentists who accept it, but it's significant. So, you'd need to call your dentist to ask if they accept it AND call the plan and confirm with them. I had a full consultation, full xrays, and a cleaning and it was half what I would have paid full price about about 30% cheaper than with insurance.
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
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  • Lilylady3k
    Lilylady3k Posts: 4,025 Member
    edited January 2020
    sh0tzz99 wrote: »
    LilyLady - Thank you for the resources! Those should be really helpful.

    Tina in CA

    Wonderful that you've had the opportunity to try so many languages! In Texas (like southern California) we often get the chance to listen to people speaking Spanish or jump right in an test our conversation skills but I'm not comfortable yet.
    Running! Congrats! Yes stay away from those measly colds ... I had one in Nov-Dec for 3-4 weeks and it was miserable (even with meds from the doc).

    Reading through the last few days of posts trying to catch up. Looks like there are many here that have tackled a different language. I'm impressed with those that disclosed knowing many! I'm in awe.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,693 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
    @Snowflake1968 … Tracey, welcome back! Nice to see my Edmonton connection back here again. 😊

    @christinarayburn3 … another Canadian! Yay! I was born in Canada and lived there for the first 40-ish years of my life. I am still diligently dyeing my hair … not ready to “salt & pepper” yet.

    @spygirl2017 … Caroline, are you thinking of getting into trail running too? I did a bit of it in late 2018 and enjoyed it.

    @MsGetnSexyBack … is there a particular exercise you like doing? And then, is there a type of goal within that exercise? Like for example, in the cycling world, there are “Centuries – 100 miles in one day”, and in the running world there are half marathons and marathons, etc. I find that type of thing motivating.

    @buzzcogs … what are one or two good habits you’d like to start?

    @2020goLizgo … with your treadmill workouts, are you training for something or just keeping fit?

    @knitski2002 … do you ski as well as your husband? Cross country or downhill?

    @ple79 … Pam, keep posting. You’ve successfully done it a few times now.

    @jsophiethomas … competitive sailing or touring sailing? If you try cycling, be sure to get the bicycle set up properly for you otherwise it could be painful.

    @carolpa1 … what are some of your favourite activities? What keeps you busy and away from food? 😊

    @FunUsername … what a fun username! Yes, take care of yourself. That’s a good idea.


    Machka ... the Canadian/Australia in Oz

    Ladies ... just jump right in wherever and whenever you feel comfortable. :)

  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,693 Member
    christinarayburn3 wrote: »
    @Machka9 Cool, another Canuk in Auz! One of my closest friends from Canada has been living outside Melbourne for 20+ years. Are you close to any fires? There are lots of groups raising funds here to support various wildlife groups in Australia. Thanks again for the welcome :)

    I lived NW of Melbourne for the first few years I was here, so I'm familiar with that area too. :)


    M in Oz
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,693 Member
    Lilylady3k wrote: »
    Machka9 wrote: »
    @Lilylady3k … what kind of cycling do you like? Learning Spanish is a great goal. If you’ve ever learned Latin or French, Spanish comes relatively naturally. I have taken one Spanish course and didn’t have any trouble with it because it reminded me of French, but easier than French. I see you’re teaching English … I was actually pursuing options to teach English overseas when all of a sudden I was taking my Bachelor of Education. Part of me would still like to teach English somewhere.
    @Machka9 - I have a recumbent bike with various options (electronic) in my home + I have a bike for riding the neighborhoods :) Nothing for long distances like my husband's trainer bike inside or his 20mph biking outside! I like a leisurely pace.
    I took French in HS many moons ago. I'm picking up Spanish but it would be much better if I could immerse myself or at least practice talking more.
    Teaching English has been fun! All the adults I'm teaching are well educated just moved here for family or other reasons. At the church we have foundation + 4 levels. I'm teaching level 2 where they know vocabulary but need practice talking and getting the verbs, grammar, contractions right. I'm in no way an English teacher or ever been in education but the program materials (teacher, student, activity books) are terrific. It gives me an alternative plan ... learning to teach English ... I might be able to travel and teach in one of the programs that my friends have pursued in Europe. :) I recommend it for a volunteer job or to pay for expenses when wanting to travel abroad since they house you, feed you and pay you!

    My mother has an indoor recumbent too. :)

    My husband and I met cycling, so it's an important part of our lives. We've got trainer bicycles and use Zwift when we ride inside, and we cycle outside when we can. :)

    It's possible one day I might get into teaching English too. :)


    Machka in Oz
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,361 Member
    Iuuuuu
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,693 Member
    ginnytez wrote: »
    Okie-I usually have tp on hand. Typically just me in the house, but I will pick up a new stash when I put the next to the last roll on. In all the business getting ready to go to Arizona for Christmas, I overlooked it. Went to store first thing this am!

    Very busy today. Put my word for the year-finish-into action. Instead of leaving one thing to move on to another, finished up each task before moving on to the next. Got a lot accomplished, including treadmill and stretches.

    One of my items finished today was the drawers that go under the bed my kids got me. As I was looking at the directions-the pictures that tell you want you need to put things together-I noticed the picture clearly showed two men needed. I couldn't help but laugh. This 65 year old put the bed and drawers together with no help. I found myself wonder if that meant it takes two men to equal one woman?! I guess I just have a sick sense of humor but I am glad I am in good enough shape to handle most things around here that I want done.

    Time for tea and going to watch second half of football game in bed.

    Ginny in Ohio

    I have tried the 15 minutes of this, 15 minutes of that method and occasionally it works if I don't have much to do in each category, but I've found that if I start working on something and finish it, that works a lot better for me ... and gives me a sense of satisfaction when I finish.

    The newsletter I worked on yesterday was like that. I just kept plugging away at it all day yesterday, learned more about the Wordpress program my cycling club uses, and got it done! If I had done it in bits and pieces I think I would have spent more time figuring out where I left off than actually doing the work.

    So I tend to plan things in blocks now ... either 2-hour blocks or whole evening/day blocks.


    Well done on finishing the bed!! :grin:


    Machka in Oz
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
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  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,793 Member
    edited January 2020
    Rebecca - Athena could be a baby model with that cheeky smile. So much character! Who takes the photos? They are very good.

    Today we have to pay the balance on our cruise to Norway in April. The money I retrieved from deep savings takes six days to appear in our joint account and, unfortunately, won't be there until tomorrow. DH is doing something with his money to enable me to pay it. :o Yesterday it didn't work, so I hope it will today. :#

    I also hope to unpack the mirror we ordered to go above the fireplace. It has been sitting in the hall in a big box for ages. Sometimes I get really anxious about doing things. I'm scared I won't like it, or it won't fit, or it'll be difficult to put up, or, or, or......
    I still haven't got my website up and running. :sBarbie - I wish I had Jake's attitude! New technology terrifies me!
    However, given that my word for this year is UNLEASH I am going to unleash my mirror. :D

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,693 Member
    cityjaneLondon wrote: »
    I still haven't got my website up and running. :sBarbie - I wish I had Jake's attitude! New technology terrifies me!

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

    Check Meetup to see if there's a website development group in your area.

    If that doesn't work, see if there's a college, uni or even community courses on website development.

    In-person assistance can help!


    Machka in Oz

  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    thanks for the explanation. Weight is up. :(
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,153 Member
    well I am waiting for my tea to steep and catching up with you all..went to sleep fairly early.. and I have to take tips from Trudy to pack she is a pro and I usually pack to much so going to par down and see what I can do, want to be able to have room to bring a few things home..and she said dont worry they have Walmarts down there ,, lol
  • klanders30
    klanders30 Posts: 2,569 Member
    Also having a cup of coffee and checking in with you all! Allie I always get anxious about packing for a trip, but take Trudy's advice, pack less, wear things more than once (nobody will notice, trust me) and yes, you can always pick something up if you need to. I'm so excited for you taking this trip, wowza!

    Barbie my MIL is super excited about the Jeopardy tournament, I think we're all gonna watch together this week.

    Happy to be doing a lot of food prep today, oatmeal, applesauce and red lentil soup for the week of breakfast, snacks and lunch. For dinner we are going to try a new recipe book to prepare Thai food this week, Tom Kha soup (coconut milk soup with chicken) and vegetable curry stir fry, yum. Also on the menu this week Penne Ala Vodka - Rachel's favorite :) before she leaves for school.

    NYKAREN
  • auntiebk
    auntiebk Posts: 2,620 Member
    "Todo"s and "done"
    Done: carryover invest 10 mins MBR & Guest, start taking tree down, dog group.
    Bonus: 38 mins vac!!! 1 load laundry
    to do: church, make Rori’s maple bourbon chili, invest 10 mins cleaning kitchen/laundry, carryover invest 10 mins decluttering office, Dust LR, continue taking tree down, Patient Hist form to Dermatologist (also toward med history 20/20), comb Tumble, 5 mins engagement training Tumble and Shadow, call Carolyn, listen to SuziQ recommended podcast on habits https://www.npr.org/transcripts/787160734
    Shadow was ok loose leash walking last month but today pulled like a malamute. Time to nip THAT in the bud.

    Ginny in OH “…if they would just ask another to explain what they meant, there is no need for disagreement” true that in so many situations!
    NYKaren “two words…” :laugh:
    Heather it would take way more than 3 hours to deep clean our house… maybe 3 days?
    Sharon safe travels!
    Pip your certified organic, grown in the usa cat pic made me smile!

    Pouring down rain, if it's blustery when I get on the road will go south and visit St. Tim's instead.

    Lighter, lovelies!
    f8qt1s098sxm.gifBarbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
    January: get up and go outside 10 mins EVERY day, even in the rain!
    daily: steps=4652, vits 9 log=11 CI<CO=11 CI<250<CO=5 Tumble 5/10=8 mfp=11
    wkly: BBBorTC x3=4, rx=2 dance=2.2 pack walk=1.5
    mnthly: board mtg= grant= outside=7
    Bonus AF=6 dog group email list= sew= play=
    2020 phrase: Pay attention! Open ears, eyes, heart.
  • SuziQ113
    SuziQ113 Posts: 1,520 Member
    Latest Stats.....
    WW = WeightWatchers (old program)

    Well, it seems my 36-year old self lost a little bit more than my not so young self for the past few weeks. Not too disappointed given the time of year. I feel like I am still keeping up with her. :smiley: But must keep my self in check and not get too cheeky. I had some Rocky Road ice cream yesterday as my lunch and dinner (oh, so bad, but oh so good). I ate so much I will certainly not be eating it any time in the near future! And, with meal planning back on track and no junk in the house I should be good for the next few weeks.

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  • JRsLateInLifeMom
    JRsLateInLifeMom Posts: 2,275 Member
    Rebecca- Time to invest time in teething toys y baby teething aids. She’s ready to start gnawing away so have one in a plastic baggy clean ready to go in the handbag Incase she looses hers or drops it in the store. MIL did that for me was something I wouldn’t have thought of boy it came in handy at oops SR appointment dirty floor a baby who decides to toss it for fun.Then cried because he wanted it back. She must have kept 10 in there I only carried 1 extra backup in the diaper bag not thinking.

    Amber Tx

    Ham strings are sore tossed y turned all night long. Did get the dining room rearranged to my liking tho.
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,259 Member
    :)Heather, setting up a website is way beyond our comfort level. When Jake chose his new computer, I discouraged him from getting Apple because we have had PC's for years. I told him that I wouldn't be able to help him if he got an Apple and he took me seriously.

    <3 Barbie
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,153 Member
    JanetR ~ at least she will be closer to you.. gosh it always hurts when one of your kids is hurting...
    Today is a lazy day for me . got the laundry done and will repack some of my stuff , and waiting on a duffel bag to take with...she showed me that I can take a personal item and a carry on, so we will be set..
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