WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2020

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  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 18,974 Member
    Caught up after a busy couple of days. Just drifting off to sleep. So just a few comments.

    Allie: Continuing (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 For a speedy, positive resolution for your surgery
    @Anniesquats100 Happy Birthday. It's our DED's birthday today and we had enjoyed a lovely lunch with her.

    Gearing up for doing my Christmas cards, and looking for Christmas presents. We have decided that this year we are going to buy local, and support local trade and craft people.

    Big hugs to all.

    ☘️ Terri
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,942 Member
    Rita - sorry you are struggling. Pretty masks.

    Katla - it’s been mask and gloves since March for all staff and visitors. Our problem, we believe, stems from resident’s families refusing to stop touching their loved ones. They insist on taking masks down, kissing and hugging. Every time someone is seen not following procedures they are spoken to, but we deal with a lot of very difficult families. Our ministerial orders are we cannot deny visits though. Even today after being told we have a case some families chose to still come visit. 😢

    Allie - I hope you get the surgery sooner rather than later so you can start the healing process.

    Michele - I should get results by Friday at the latest. We will be having weekly tests for a while now. Very uncomfortable procedure, but if it keeps our residents safe it’s worth it.
    It will be interesting to see what happens with Daytona, but health is more important than racing.

    Flea - sorry to hear about your dog.

    When I left work today all but 2 tests had come back for residents and still only the 1 resident is positive. We won’t get the staff’s back until tomorrow and Friday. On Friday all residents will be swabbed again as there is a 5-7 day incubation period. Staff will be tested next week again.

    It was a tough day at work but we got through it and will get through another tomorrow. One day at a time.

    Tracey in Edmonton
  • Peach1948
    Peach1948 Posts: 2,473 Member
    Flea
    It breaks my heart to read about your declining pup and the photo of the love between your son and him. So sorry for all of you as you go through this.

    Carol in GA
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,222 Member
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  • Bethebestmeforme
    Bethebestmeforme Posts: 96 Member
    Flea - so sorry about your puppy :(

    Today I learned that at one of our schools a staff member who was feeling symptoms but was waiting for the result of her test didn't self isolate instead they went to school. Now 6 classes have to self isolate for 14 days! Ugh

    Today was harder to stick to plan but I just have to do it. Sugar is not my friend by any means!

    Suzanne Canada
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,505 Member
    Flea - prayers for your family. It's so hard but you are doing the right thing

    Tracey - I agree that health is more important than racing. To be honest, I don't know if Vince agrees.

    Michele NC
    who is off to bed
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,185 Member
    mrsbfe wrote: »

    Barbie - “ …Sasha needs a haircut a lot more than Jake does and both dogs need a bath.” :D I think I should be sorry for laughing at this...the importance of commas ;) (I haven't been here long, so I want to make sure that isn't offensive to you, if so then I will apologize.)


    Sheri in OH

    :)Sheri, Not only was I not offended, I laughed and read this to Jake who laughed with me and said that maybe he is a dog sometimes. I am usually a superior proofreader, but I clearly missed the boat on this one.

    <3 Barbie
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,185 Member
    :'(<3Flea, I am so sorry about your dog. Good idea to have someone come to the house so you can all be there.
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Rita: The Christmas masks are delightful. They are seasonal and fun. :star: I’m sure the crème puffs are excellent, too. Unfortunately, I can’t enjoy them due to milk/cream intolerance. :ohwell: I’m sorry that holiday depression is trying to sneak in. (((hugs)))

    Felicia: I am so sorry your wonderful pup is near its end. My heart goes out to you and your whole family. :broken_heart::heart:

    (((Allie))): Prayers for your doctor’s skill and your complete recovery. :heart:

    Tracie in Green Bay: Welcome! :flowerforyou:

    Tracey in Edmonton: You are in a challenging situation at work. I doubt there is way to get the some of these visitors to do the right thing. You are so good to help these families struggle through difficult times. :flowerforyou:


    We’ve been homebodies today. It is a rainy day & it feels cozy to be warm inside the house. Right now the rain is really pouring down out in the dark of night. That makes inside seem even more cozy.


    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,030 Member
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  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,683 Member
    Blood test today. I will try to get a bit of writing done this morning. Usually, appointments and meetings throw off my resolve and concentration. :o I didn’t write yesterday as I got caught up researching my hip problem, but I was pleased with the results of my efforts, so it was worth the sacrifice!
    Today I will be writing about a camping holiday with my parents in Wales when the tent got completely flooded out and we woke up to find our air beds were floating! We packed up and went home. The best thing about that holiday was the local repertory theatre. We saw "Love In A Mist", a classic farce, which had me breathless with laughter. I love a good, old fashioned, farce.

    Must buy some cards today. The place where I usually buy them is closed for covid, but I think the little convenience store has started stocking a few. I'm normally very fussy about my cards, but I will have to drop my standards. We've got through most of my stash I had in reserve.

    Much love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,570 Member
    edited November 2020
    Walking at lunch yesterday ...

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  • LisaInAR
    LisaInAR Posts: 2,020 Member
    OregonMother wrote: »
    Well, I think we are at the end with our pup. :cry:
    Flea
    Willamette Valley, OR

    I'm so sorry, Flea - I hope it is a peaceful passing.

    Allie - Glad you're covid negative, and really glad they're checking your heart out very well. Thank you for keeping us posted.

    Heather     - hope the blood tests show positive results.

    And, speaking of medical stuff, the VA finally sent the medications I needed by UPS rather than the post office. I didn't even know they were allowed to do that! But I did get the beta blocker in yesterday and took the first dose. My resting heart rate is down from 100 to 96, but that's well within the error rate for a Fitbit, so not jumping for joy yet. :)

    I am optimistic, however. When the heart rate and blood pressure go down, I'm hoping the edema will go with them. The whole elephantine ankles thing makes me flinch. Why? Because I have certain vanities. Because I live inside here, I can't see my butt, my face, my neck, my wrinkles, without a mirror. I can, however, see my feet and ankles. And, as feet and ankles go, they looked pretty good. At the moment, they look like they did when I weighed over 300 pounds. The water-weight loss from the diuretic hasn't changed the edema issue at all, but at least I've lost 17 pounds so far.

    Going in for labwork myself tomorrow.

    Later, y'all,
    Love, Lisa in AR
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,074 Member
    Lisa- thats the thing I dont have the edema thank goodness. With me being laid up in bed at least i have no restrictions and can get up and walk around,and sit in the chair which i will do.. ,I would love a glass of ice water but alas not until after the procedure..
    I am hooked up to a Holter monitor but its small compared to the one i used years ago..as my grandfather used say they are always changing things
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,570 Member
    exermom wrote: »
    Lanette – what I’m looking for is a pedometer/time of day (watch)/gives calories burned. Right now I’m looking at the Realalt 3D pedometer. I’d like something that I can just put in my pocket. See, on some of my pants, the pockets aren’t very deep so a cell phone just barely fits. I don’t care for the way the Fitbit looks, I think all of them are on the wrist and that’s just never appealed to me. I’m afraid (because this happened to me once) that if I have something that clips onto the waist, I will lose it. I just looked at the link you gave. Hey! That’s the same one I’m looking at!!!! GMTA, that’s for sure. How do you like yours? How difficult is it to change the battery?

    A friend sent these to me and I hate to say it -- but what is it used for? The three screws on the top is what's throwing me off. Is it a wall decoration? She painted it. It's of the four seasons, two on one side and two on the other

    Michele NC

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    They're fan blades.

    You could use them as fan blades.

    Or you could run a wire through the holes and hang them from a porch, arch or pergola outside.

    Google fan blade art for more ideas.

    I see some have created dragon flies with them.
    https://www.pinterest.com.au/jgrossman62/fan-blade-art/

    There are several different ideas here.
    http://www.freejupiter.com/ceiling-fan-blade-art-ideas/

    Keep looking ... there are heaps of ideas.


    M in Oz
  • okiewoman510
    okiewoman510 Posts: 1,313 Member
    Flea - So very sorry about your pup. Losing our fur babies is awful!

    Okie in the TX Hill Country
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,570 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
    New Ways November
    https://www.actionforhappiness.org/new-ways-november

    "Covid is restricting our lives, but we can find new ways to keep making progress. Trying out new things can actually boost our well-being. When we open up to new ideas, it helps us stay curious and engaged. It can also bring a sense of accomplishment and help to boost our self-confidence and resilience. There are so many ways to learn new things and this month we're encouraging everyone to find new and creative ways to overcome our frustrating situations."

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    Sunday 15 November

    Go outside and do something playful - walk, run, explore, relax

    Yeah ... cycling, walking, visiting the beach. :)


    Monday 16 November

    Look at life through someone else's eyes and see their perspective

    I did that today. For me C19 is a very minor inconvenience with many positive aspects, but a friend posted about the effect it is having on her life.


    Tuesday 17 November

    Try a new way to practice self care and be kind to yourself

    Working on it ... sort of.


    Wednesday 18 November

    Connect with someone from a different generation

    When I was in uni, most of the people I connected with were from a different generation. A much younger generation. Now the people I connect with are mostly within my generation.


    Thursday 19 November

    Broaden your perspective: Read a different paper, magazine or site

    Hmmm ... I don't really read papers or magazines. I read the occasional articles ... usually one from a paper that leans slightly left and one from a paper that leans slightly right.

    The websites I go on tend to be about travel, cycling, fitness, etc.


    Machka in Oz
  • CurvyCalorie
    CurvyCalorie Posts: 266 Member
    @mlivermore15 I’m in Va also! I would love an accountability and support buddy. Feel free to message me as I have not figured out how to keep up on all these messages! LOL

    I started in October with MFP and have dropped 20 pounds! Woot Woot I’ve been walking a lot, but it’s getting cold and I hate the cold. Haha I’m already worried about winter and my exercise. Haha

    Chat soon!
    Keri in Gloucester
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
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  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,074 Member
    Flea- awww i feel so bad for you.. never evr easy losing a furbaby... will be thinking of you xoxox
  • KJLaMore
    KJLaMore Posts: 2,847 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,570 Member
    OregonMother wrote: »
    Well, I think we are at the end with our pup. :cry:

    Flea
    Willamette Valley, OR

    So very sorry!

  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,683 Member
    Thinking of Flea today.

    Also hoping things are ok with Beth and her son.

    Went and had my blood test. The nurse told me the whole story of her three marriages and her current boyfriend. :D:p

    Then I did a bit of shopping for food and bought cards. Lucky to find some in the little convenience store around the corner.

    It's our 16th wedding anniversary tomorrow. I still think of DH as my "new" boyfriend!!! :o:p<3 Got some nice food lined up and a bottle of champagne. Plus presents to open in bed. :laugh: Yes, Tracey.

    Tandoori chicken tonight. Yum!

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx who did write this morning. o:)

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