WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2020
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For Faye or anyone who would like to join the group Women Ages 50+, the link is: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/123702-women-ages-50. Some who have been here a while are already members, but if you're not a member yet, please ask to join.
Please read the Reminders post at the top of the group before any other, it sets a few ground rules.
Yardwork - 2 hours, 50 minutes - 1,016 cals.
Later, y'all,
Love,
Lisa4 -
Today's feast was chicken broth, a baby bok choy chopped, a microwavable small container of wild rice, 2 oz of roasted chicken pieces, a slab of grainy bread, with Irish butter (cut with a cheese cutter😁). It was heavenly! Dessert was 5 pieces of York peppermint patties with coffee.💖
There is a huge spider on our garage door. I hope he just stays there!
💖Rebecca
Worried about a spider in
Whidbey4 -
Evening ladies
Here i am up with Faith and in bed watching tv
Tom called me ,poor Homer honestly vless his littke heart is on his last legs.. so i picked him up while Tom was doing lawn and took Alfie and Homer to dog park a couple towns away.. we were there for about 1/2 hr and they had s blast smellimg all over.. then i stopped at DQ and got them a plain hamburger and a pupcup..
Took it back to Toms and fed Homer some of the ice cream he ate a bit of the burger..
So that was earlier, so Tom got a little more in him tonight.. here is hoping he makes it through the weekend..
Alfie is all pooped out.5 -
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Allie I’m sorry about Homer. I hope you enjoy the time you have left with him. Sounds like you gave him a great doggie quality day with a smelling expedition followed by burger and pupcup.
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Lisa - you are enjoying retirement so much. I worry about it, but I think it’s because of the financial aspect of it.
Allie - I hope Jean finds more help for Faith. There are good home care professional organizations out there.
Lanette - All of my pants are getting uncomfortable. We discussed this at work yesterday. One lady had worked hard the last couple of years to lose 100 lbs. she said she doesn’t understand what it is but right now she wants all the comfort food, the fatter and greasier the better. I sort of feel the same way. I’ll do good for a couple days but then want the junk again. I think it’s the mood of the world.
Suzi - what a beautiful sunrise.
Kim - I laughed out loud at your VP story. I have a boss with a Masters that is not smart either. I think there is a difference between street smart and book smart and I would much prefer working with street smart. I’m glad she saw things your way.
I wish there was a way in MFP to save a particular post like there is on FB. I see things I want to try or look closer at and then have trouble finding it when I have time.
My balance has been poor for a few years now due to my hips. They keep locking up. I have exercises I have to do for them.
Another interesting workday, I’ve added more to my list of concerns. Last summer we were short staffed for certified healthcare aides. My daughter is certified and was looking for some casual work at the time. I was told by my Supervisor (who is also the HR lady) that since I do payroll my daughter couldn’t be hired as it would be a conflict of interest. My Supervisor is my backup for payroll and has access to everything I do. Today she hired her son. It is just another example of the favouritism that occurs there on a regular basis.
I’m glad it’s Friday and I only worked two days this week.
Tracey in Edmonton6 -
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So the 4 exercises I was fine with. Beat all the numbers. Eyes closed one leg stand 21 seconds on right leg after a wobbly start. 10 seconds on left. 34 stand/sits in 60 seconds (BTW-my thighs are going to hurt tomorrow-lol) I need to work on eyes closed balance.
I am 57, 5'2", and 115lbsWas a LONG DAY at work. Donovan (my son in law) stayed home with his kids today. Steve got pissy, but D hasn't taken any time off since this mess started. I told D to take off. He needed a break. Steve and I have taken off two days since March (one was to Detroit for doctor appt). Dana, well, even today, she left at 4 even though we were busy all day. Basically she left me alone. Yes, my husband was there, but since he can't see well, it leaves most on my shoulders. Grrrrrrr! We may lose Donovan if something doesn't change. If that happens we may not be open much longer. Kenny use to bill out 12-14 hrs a day. Since his ministries, he is lucky to clear 5 hrs. He wont help up front and can't hear to talk on phone. I can't wait in customers, work on mowers, do paperwork, and solve problems. Dana does the books, but sucks at the rest. Vacation better be good. I am tired.
I think I am heading to bed.
Hugs and prayers for all!
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Kylia tired in Ohio5 -
Tracey you could copy and save to your document page.1
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Stat for the day
Walk w/ family- 1hr 6min 38 sec, 3.4ap, 126mhr, 3.73mi= 420c
Apple Watch- 348c2 -
So the 4 exercises I was fine with. Beat all the numbers. Eyes closed one leg stand 21 seconds on right leg after a wobbly start. 10 seconds on left. 34 stand/sits in 60 seconds (BTW-my thighs are going to hurt tomorrow-lol) I need to work on eyes closed balance.
I am 57, 5'2", and 115lbsWas a LONG DAY at work. Donovan (my son in law) stayed home with his kids today. Steve got pissy, but D hasn't taken any time off since this mess started. I told D to take off. He needed a break. Steve and I have taken off two days since March (one was to Detroit for doctor appt). Dana, well, even today, she left at 4 even though we were busy all day. Basically she left me alone. Yes, my husband was there, but since he can't see well, it leaves most on my shoulders. Grrrrrrr! We may lose Donovan if something doesn't change. If that happens we may not be open much longer. Kenny use to bill out 12-14 hrs a day. Since his ministries, he is lucky to clear 5 hrs. He wont help up front and can't hear to talk on phone. I can't wait in customers, work on mowers, do paperwork, and solve problems. Dana does the books, but sucks at the rest. Vacation better be good. I am tired.
I think I am heading to bed.
Hugs and prayers for all!
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Kylia tired in Ohio
Can you hire someone who is not in the family? Even someone part time?3 -
Snowflake1968 wrote: »I wish there was a way in MFP to save a particular post like there is on FB. I see things I want to try or look closer at and then have trouble finding it when I have time.
Tracey in Edmonton
You can bookmark links if the post contains links.
You can also bookmark the page the post is on. For example, this post is on page 82 and the link comes up with p82 at the end.
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10805565/women-ages-50-for-august-2020/p82
M in Oz3 -
Tracey ... I take screen shots in my phone or “capture” parts of posts on the computer.2
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Thanks all for the suggestions, I will try them.
Tracey2 -
Hi all - I just found this thread! August is half over, but I hit the restart button this past week with a goal of losing 45 pounds by end of May 2021.
My metabolism isn't what it used to be, so I'm not sure 1.1 lbs a week is attainable, but I'm gonna give it a shot. Our son is getting married this next summer and I'd like to look my best for the occasion. My daughter and I are doing this together as she has the same goal.
I just started walking again (hip arthritis has prevented) and starting Monday will incorporate some weight training. I have gained a lot of weight in my upper arms and I'm expecting major bat wings as I lose weight. I'm hoping that arm exercises will help a little.
Glad I found you!7 -
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Wellness ...
Reduce anxiety with these 7 simple changes to your home
https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/reduce-anxiety-with-interior-design
I'm on top of 2-7 for the most part, but one of my goals for when I'm finished my degree is "simple change" number 1!
But I have to say, I love the look and colours of this bedroom ...
Machka in Oz4 -
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Machka - we are going light minty blue/green like the sheets for our wall paint in October. I've had blue as my secondary colourway for years. My accent colour is pink. Otherwise my neutral is usually grey in recent years, but I haven't got much grey here, just a rug. We are going to have the frames on the glass dividing double doors a dark grey. We still haven't decided whether to have the picture rail and door the same grey, or the same colour as the walls. Plus what we do with the fire surround. I hate making decisions like that. The painter said he would do a bit to show us.
Very windy, rainy. But better than a heatwave. Haven't been running for nearly 2 weeks.
First too hot, then I was sick, now too windy! The waves were crashing over the promenade yesterday.
Sending thoughts winging to the fire ladies!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
Windy, rainy, and a huge low pressure system here.
I love Windy.com
https://www.windy.com/-Pressure-pressure?pressure,-41.304,166.854,3
Machka in Oz5 -
cityjaneLondon wrote: »Machka - we are going light minty blue/green like the sheets for our wall paint in October. I've had blue as my secondary colourway for years. My accent colour is pink. Otherwise my neutral is usually grey in recent years, but I haven't got much grey here, just a rug. We are going to have the frames on the glass dividing double doors a dark grey. We still haven't decided whether to have the picture rail and door the same grey, or the same colour as the walls. Plus what we do with the fire surround. I hate making decisions like that. The painter said he would do a bit to show us.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
Lovely!
My places have been shades of tan/taupe & brown with blue and green accents. Kind of beachy.
M in Oz
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Heather’s color palette:
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"Get to do"s and "chose well"sChose well: CFPA vs CFRFPD public notice to Pilot, test firehouse voicemail recording, asked Susan to check phone and post notice to FB, followed up re: ABN registry, sent corrected minutes, emails re: lighting receipts, bottle return
Bonus: 2 more hrs processing paperwork, scheduled pet pickup, BiMart for Joe’s Rx, cried on Carol’s shoulder, sent corrected board meeting minutes.
Get to do: BB&B, make reservation for Eugene trip, declutter last 2 desktop items, declutter sideboard, start baking cookies for visit, transplant and sow, practice new dances (Turning Tables, Nothing but You, Shake it like that, Larger than Life, Here I Go Again/Mama Mia, Real Deal, Get it Right); transplant bean, make garlic almonds for Barb and Dan; prep potato area and raised beds for beets, carrots, parsley root, parsnips, radishes and sow; finish weeding drive, continue weeding flower bed, mulch flowerbed; Freddie’s for complete series TDAP <$48, get Shingrix vaccine. Reward: inventory seeds, plan fall cool season garden, order replenishments. Monday 8/31 follow up email to SDAO re ABN registry.
Altruistic August
21:tell someone about a helpful book. Not today.
Pain and tearing in his eye woke Joe up. He almost never takes anything for pain, but asked me for some Advil. First he’s ever taken in his life. Surgeon suggested he call local eye Dr. for pressure check to avoid the long trip to Medford. Pressure was up to 56! Local eye Dr. consulted with Surgeon by phone, gave drops, Rx and “drilled a hole in my eye” to reduce pressure down to 3. Called in Rx but pharmacy told Joe it wouldn’t be “in” until Monday. Both Surgeon and Eye Dr’s techs said it would NOT be good to wait ‘til Monday to start the pills. Eye Dr’s tech called around and found that pharmacy did have the medicine, just not in timed release nor strong enough dosage. Instead of 500 mg twice a day, Joe will take 2 x 125 mg pills 4 times /day. Surgeon wanted to see Joe again, but we wouldn’t be able to get there before closing time and Joe was unwilling to return to Medford this afternoon. We’ll go Monday morning. I was stressing, waiting for return calls from techs and pharmacy, trying to coordinate pet sitter and return to Medford. Called a friend here and she listened while I freaked out, then helped me to calm down. Still feel like I need a good cry. Picked up his pills and could not resist a giant bag of barbecue potato chips. Felt like I wanted to stuff them all in my mouth until the crumbs exploded down my chin. By some miracle was able to hold it down to 1 ounce/150 calories. Not bad for stress eating. Pills make Joe dizzy, low energy, and p like a racehorse.
Lisa thanks for the “don’t poke” reminder. Guess that means I mustn’t shake him ‘til his eyeballs rattle either :devil:.
Lanette “overwhelmed” yep, that was me this morning. Panicked too. Need to cultivate some resilience, make deep breathing the fallback kneejerk reaction and try to develop some of your and KJ’s flipping skills. Ack! Now that I know you read the Get To Dos maybe I’ll finally knock some of them off the list
SuziQ Gorgeous sky and yes those frogs ARE the cutest!
Kim “I offered to quit” Brava! Considering your economic situation you must be so proud of yourself for standing up for your health. Well done, tune changer!
Kay yes that was helpful, especially the “exercise until you can’t” instead of pacing yourself to accomplish a specific number of reps. That really sounds true!
Allie and hugs about Homer.
Welcome @CoffeeandHumblePie
Karen “Heather’s color palette” oooh! I could just smooooch that pooch from nose to tiny toes!
Joe was resting and listening to music choices/Soundscapes on the TV when I heard this: I may get that cry in yet.
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
August: better than July.
daily: steps>5491=Thurs:2626, Fri:3784. vits=20.5 log=21 CI<CO=14 CI<250<CO=7 Tumble & Shadow 5=12 mfp=16 outside=9 up hill=6
wkly: T’ai Chi or BB&B x3=4 rx=1 dance=1 clean 30 mins=9-2/3
mnthly: board mtg=1 grant=5 20for20=
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Barbara crying is very therapeutic at times. let the downpour begin.
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Barbara - Worrying about a loved one's health is so much harder than being the sufferer.
My memories of our last trip to Mexico are quite happy, but DH was traumatised by my Montezuma's Revenge. Love to you both. I think eyes are especially worrying. Please do have a good cry. :flowerforyou:
Heather UK xxxxxxxx3 -
Saturday -- we attempted to load Zwift but for some reason it wasn't keen on loading. So I walked on the treadmill instead.
Distance: 6.03 km
Moving Time: 1:04:12
Pace: 10:38/km
Perceived Exertion: Easy
Probably only 250 calories ... it takes time and effort to get the calorie burn up!
Machka in Oz2 -
Faye - I guesstimated the 10 feet turn test and did it in 6 seconds. When I actually measured it afterwards it was over 12 feet. I am deducting half a second. 5.5 secs.
Expecting my Waitrose delivery after lunch.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx2 -
The indoor orchid is doing well. I am still amazed I was able to get it to bloom indoors.
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