WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2020

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  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,530 Member
    Denise called. She's not coming down for Christmas. Said she's too freaked out about this C-19 stuff. I do believe she's freaked out. One of the children at her daycare tested positive. I forgot to ask her if she got tested. I would think that everyone there should be tested and then tested on a regular basis. I don't know, we're planning to leave Monday for Iowa.

    Michele NC
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,404 Member
    Good evening all:

    Just returned from our drive through food pantry tonight. Not sure yet how many served but it was quite steady.It all went very smoothly tonight. We had an adequate numberofhelper. It was good to see some of the regulars. Luckily it started off around 60 degrees but windy. Cooled off as evening wore on but to too bad. I dressed just right for it.

    Allie-glad they are moving along with tests. Easier to deal with things when you know what you are looking at exactly. Sounds like they are being very thorough.

    Julie-good to hear you are making progress on school issues.

    Two more staff tested for covid today. Staff member who went to ER last night did not have to stay. Gave her some breathing treatments and a mega dose of steroids. She did bit of work from home today (I think to help her think of something else). We let staff who are positive and work from home use their own judgement about amount they work. We cover up to 80 hours of leave time before they have to tap into their leave banks.

    Have staff pulling together budget for next year. I will review it. Want them to know process for when I retire some time next year. I have talked with Business Administrator about basics, she is following basic layout as past so should be pretty close to right but I will clarify fine points.

    Looking forward to weekend and getting some more stuff done. I am getting different areas organized. Actually, I have done a series of these steps the last couple of years. I clear what I can at one time and go back to the stuff and decide on more, if that makes sense.

    Going to take my vitamins and get ready for bed.

    Stay safe all,

    Ginny in Ohio
  • LisaInAR
    LisaInAR Posts: 2,020 Member
    Allie - dropped in to see how you were doing - thanks for keeping us posted, girlie. Thinking about you!
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,202 Member
    :)Allie, Thanks for keeping us informed about your treatments, tests, and progress.

    :)Tracey, It has been making me sad that there are so many foolish people in the US and now you tell me that there are similar people in Canada. I am grateful that I have so few people to talk to. It limits the annoying things I hear.

    :) Jake is happy with his new haircut and happy that he could dodge tricky topics when talking to the stylist while she cut his hair.

    :)<3Katla, I'm sorry that the darker days are a problem to you. I love the shorter days and especially being able to take walks in the dark when no one else is out so I don't have to stop and make conversation.

    <3 Barbie in NW WA
  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 4,321 Member
    I think Sams and Albertsons had CoVid outbreaks so closed.
    RvRita
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,097 Member
    Of course ladies you are part of my life ,so have to share life experiences with you ,good and bad..
    Well going to glug down rest of my water and get some sleep until they come harrass me for vitals again.
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,269 Member
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  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,202 Member
    :'(<3Flea
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,192 Member
    Went to the eye doctor today- knew it had been a while but didn't realize until she checked my chart that it had been four years since I have been there-since my second cataract surgery.
    Good news is, my eyes haven't changed so just ordered sun glasses
    Bad news- she found a small tear in my retina and is sending me over to Kaiser to have them look at it- see if they want to laser it or just keep an eye on it. She thinks that is what caused the floaters I have been dealing with.
    Went and did our weekly shopping. Usually it is super easy shopping, no crowds but today was crazy, like shopping on a Saturday. At least we are done for the week and maybe even next week(already got everything I think we will need for Thanksgiving and if not, husband can get it at his store) We will go to the Mexican market- small avocados for 4 for $1.

    Debbie
    Napa Valley,CA
  • bwcetc
    bwcetc Posts: 2,827 Member
    Flea ... very sorry that you've had to say goodbye to your pup. Tears are just a part of it regardless of your age. My 21 year old sobbed in my arms last summer when we lost his beloved Zeke.
  • Poerava14
    Poerava14 Posts: 1,092 Member
    Flea: 😢😢😢 My heart goes out to you and your family.

    Allie: Get well soon. 🙏🏽💐🙏🏽💐🙏🏽💐

    Rori
    Colorado Foothills
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,192 Member
    OregonMother wrote: »
    Our pup is gone. :cry:

    We are trying to think of all the goofy things he did and how much we loved him. But it is still really sad. I think my 14 year old has been crying for a couple hours now.

    I am thankful, however, that he was sick when he was and not at some other time. The whole time he has been sick, because of the pandemic, someone has been home with him. Lately, most of us are home much of the time, so he has not lacked for watchful eyes and snuggles.

    It is such a privilege to be there at his last breath. Very hard, but I am thankful that we had that opportunity.

    Flea
    Willamette Valley, OR

    so sorry!! Remember all the amazing times.
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,258 Member
    edited November 2020
    Debbie I had a torn retina a few years ago and had it repaired as soon as I could I did not want to risk a detached retina which requires even more intensive intervention. The retinologist told me if it would detach I would not see as well out of that eye.

    (((Flea)))

    Reading a book I got from the library titled Beating the Flu. I got it because I wanted to know if there was more I could do to keep well. I found it an interesting read. It is motivating me to be watching my diet better and to eat even more fruits and veggies so I can strengthen my immune system.

    :heart: Margaret
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,611 Member
    exermom wrote: »
    Denise called. She's not coming down for Christmas. Said she's too freaked out about this C-19 stuff. I do believe she's freaked out. One of the children at her daycare tested positive. I forgot to ask her if she got tested. I would think that everyone there should be tested and then tested on a regular basis. I don't know, we're planning to leave Monday for Iowa.

    Michele NC

    How do you feel about travelling. It's quite a distance, isn't it? Lots of contact with people at service stations, restaurants, etc.?

  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    edited November 2020
    Michele: Sending good thoughts for Denise. I hope she stays healthy. Children in daycare who come down with CoVid are not only in a bad situation for themselves, but they can infect other children. We live in scary times. :flowerforyou:

    Allie: I am so happy that you made it through the procedure. I hope the next steps get you feeling better each day. :star:.

    Tracy: I’m sorry your cousin angered you. Too many people blurt out what they think is best for others. :ohwell: “You should” are two words that I find very irritating unless I have asked for advice. :flowerforyou:

    Barbie: In years past the long dark days of winter were really difficult for me. We’ve done a lot of light bulb changing and can make our home daylight bright if we need a mood boost. :smiley:

    (((Flea))): I’m so sorry for the loss of your beloved pup. :heart:

    Rori: It is so good to see you posting! :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:


    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,611 Member
    OregonMother wrote: »
    Our pup is gone. :cry:

    We are trying to think of all the goofy things he did and how much we loved him. But it is still really sad. I think my 14 year old has been crying for a couple hours now.

    I am thankful, however, that he was sick when he was and not at some other time. The whole time he has been sick, because of the pandemic, someone has been home with him. Lately, most of us are home much of the time, so he has not lacked for watchful eyes and snuggles.

    It is such a privilege to be there at his last breath. Very hard, but I am thankful that we had that opportunity.

    Flea
    Willamette Valley, OR

    :(<3
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,611 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »

    My frustrations, read at your own risk.
    I have many friends and family on Facebook, people I know to be smart, educated people. This whole pandemic thing has made me question so many of them. They share the anti-masking posts, cite how it’s all a hoax, etc, etc. I just want to scream at them and tell them that I can’t believe how stupid they are. I would remove them as friends but the rest of the years I’ve known them they aren’t like this. I understand people are getting tired and frustrated by all of the restrictions and the different changes all the time are confusing but it’s not that hard to put a mask on and wash your hands!

    My cousin yesterday angered me because she asked me how many cases had to be in our home before I didn’t have to work. I told her that I am essential as I do payroll for the whole facility and pay the vendors. I also told her that I will be trained in feeding and toileting the residents so that if we have too many staff out sick I can help. She told me I shouldn’t put myself at risk that way and should refuse to do it. I know my cousin to be a kind and loving person and couldn’t believe what I was reading. I responded to her and told her that I would be mighty pissed if my Mom starved to death or had to sit in her own soil when there was someone capable but just not willing to do it. That silenced her.

    I am just so tired of it all. Thanks for letting me vent.

    Tracey in Edmonton

    I have similar friends and family.
    I work in the industry and it is so annoying when I see those sorts of messages ... and messages about health officials altering data etc. No, we're not altering data. It doesn't work like that. Sigh. Just a bunch of people with absolutely no idea how things actually are and how things work.

  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,047 Member
    <3
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,192 Member
    margaretturk wrote: »
    Debbie I had a torn retina a few years ago and had it repaired as soon as I could I did not want to risk a detached retina which requires even more intensive intervention. The retinologist told me if it would detach I would not see as well out of that eye.

    (((Flea)))

    Reading a book I got from the library titled Beating the Flu. I got it because I wanted to know if there was more I could do to keep well. I found it an interesting read. It is motivating me to be watching my diet better and to eat even more fruits and veggies so I can strengthen my immune system.

    :heart: Margaret

    I will be making my appointment soon.
    I am hoping that after they fix it the floaters eventually go away- they are so annoying
    Debbie
    Napa Valley,CA
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,952 Member
    Flea - so sorry for your loss.

    Beth - I hope the agency is reprimanded and your son is safe in the meantime. As a person that used to manage staff that aren’t supervised it’s usually the quality of staff which is directly related to wages that causes the issues.

    Machka - it’s so frustrating!

    Just got the word we are puppy sitting this weekend!

    Should keep us busy.

    Tracey in Edmonton
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,097 Member
    Morning ladies
    Im awake and cant sleep so im watching TV ,hopefully i can go back to sleep.
    Rori- thanks for stopping in,sure hope your caregiving experience is working ok,and you get a little. But of me time.
  • spikeyhair
    spikeyhair Posts: 2,078 Member
    FLEA 😢😢
  • spikeyhair
    spikeyhair Posts: 2,078 Member
    HEATHER Happy Anniversary 🎉🎉

    Watching Queens Gambit love it the clothes, music, settings even makes chess games exciting.

    Kate UK ❤️
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,034 Member
    edited November 2020
    Morning all. I just lost a long post. Suffice to say that I feel like Heather as there are so many people to whom I I want to give hugs.
    Flea, Lisa, Tracey, Ginny, Allie, Beth, Julie, Rori, Rita, and others: (((Hugs))) and positive vibes for good resolution.

    I may not be able to actually knock on your door, but I am praying for you, for all of us really .....

    ☘️ Terri

  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,712 Member
    The weather was so glorious first thing this morning, despite a really cold night, that I decided we would break with our normal exercise regime and go for a walk together like a real old couple. :D<3 Soooooo glad we did. The sea was like glass and there were at least 50 people swimming and around 20 people paddleboarding. The promenade was busy with runners, walkers, and a few people doing yoga! The sun shone until the last few minutes.
    We walked as far as the Peace Angel so managed 4 miles. Home now for coffee.

    All our presents were great. DH gave me a well reviewed biography of Charles de Gaulle, amongst other things. :D Mine to him included a bottle of Crème de Menthe as a bit of a joke. We are now waiting for a cold to make the most of it.

    Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

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