WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2021

1…1415171920…63

Replies

  • kymarai
    kymarai Posts: 3,705 Member
    :)
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,730 Member
    Lisa - .You are right, but it's not the dog itself that I'm not fond of. I think they require a huge amount of commitment and very much curtail your life. Plus I am not fond of the way most owners treat their dogs. A good dog is a well trained dog and I don't approve of the over indulgence most people give their pets. I admire a good working dog and I am not fond of barkers. :# Having said all that, I will have to grit my teeth around Nelly, not interfere, and I will probably fall in love with her. :D<3

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • Peach1948
    Peach1948 Posts: 2,473 Member
    edited January 2021
    Heather

    What kind of dog is Nelly? She sure is cute!

    Carol in GA
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,730 Member
    I texted my son for reliable information.
    He says she is an Australian Labradoodle and she is 10 weeks old. :D She certainly is cute.

    The grandchildren will be going back to school on Monday.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    edited January 2021
    (((Allie:))) I hope they will get things right with this surgery. You are in my thoughts and prayers. :heart:

    Heather: When we got our current dog, we signed up for an obedience class. It was a great way to begin training. The humans in that class learned how to teach their dogs to behave appropriately. Our pup, now an old dog, has been a much better companion because the class taught us how to teach him. I hope your son’s family is able to find good class for themselves & their new pup. :star: Barbara Woodhouse was a marvelous English woman who taught people how to train their own dogs. I loved watching her show on public broadcasting. :flowerforyou:


    :star: I talked to the pharmacy where we get our medicines this morning. They will be administering CoVid vaccines, but they don’t know when there will be vaccines available. It is frustrating. :grumble:

    :star: I tripped and fell a few days ago, and broke one of my glasses lenses. I have been to the eye doctor and there are new lenses on order. I will be thrilled when I am able to see the small type once again.

    :star: Right now our weather is glorious. We have blue skies and fluffy clouds in the distance. It is beautiful. :flowerforyou:

    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,079 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
    Another Getting to Know You question ...

    What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation?

    On what topic?

    Machka in Oz

    I could give an impromptu 40 minute presentation on a number of things as that’s what I did for years as a teacher. I often did off the cuff presentations on request for the various groups I lead, especially demos for my art group on requested topics.

    However, as someone who has sat through innumerable long presentations, I prefer to go for several shorter more focused ones.

    Heather: I love learning new things, and can tend towards butterfly tendencies, flitting from one thing to the next. However, last year I made the decision to have a depth year, and focus on developing and deepening my current knowledge areas, and stop my interminable search for novelty. I’m still learning new things every day.

    I think my depth year may develop into a depth decade. 😂
  • sh0tzz99
    sh0tzz99 Posts: 971 Member
    cityjaneLondon wrote: »
    Lisa - .You are right, but it's not the dog itself that I'm not fond of. I think they require a huge amount of commitment and very much curtail your life. Plus I am not fond of the way most owners treat their dogs. A good dog is a well trained dog and I don't approve of the over indulgence most people give their pets. I admire a good working dog and I am not fond of barkers. :# Having said all that, I will have to grit my teeth around Nelly, not interfere, and I will probably fall in love with her. :D<3

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

    I agree with this. I don't like dogs that bark, jump on me, or lick me and unfortunately, most do all of those things. Plus, they are just too needy for me. No dogs for us either.

    Tina
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,079 Member
    grandmallie wrote: »
    Good morning again
    Well got the news that they will have to do open heart surgery again so theres that

    Oh Allie! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 that the surgeon has nimble fingers and superior medical knowledge. (((Hugs)))
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,820 Member
    Hugs Allie, I pray that the docs will get in there, and make you feel better!
    💖 Rebecca
  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,704 Member
    Just quick -
    Nelly is adorable
    Allie - hope they are able to make this quick

    Could I do a 40 minute presentation - SURE! On gardening, cooking, herbal crafts.,,,,,

    Michele - I agree with Heather, the water content in the burgers was the problem.

    Kim
  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    grandmallie wrote: »
    Good morning again
    Well got the news that they will have to do open heart surgery again so theres that

    I'm so sorry. (((hugs)))
  • drkatiebug
    drkatiebug Posts: 1,978 Member
    40 minute presentation without preparation..

    Several different types of how to talks... best way to organize your kitchen, decluttering strategies, pretty much any high school math topic, how to write a good sermon, different strategies for losing weight and what has and hasn’t worked for me, teaching strategies to engage the students, my personal faith testimony, just to name a few.

    If you really wanted it to be interesting and worth someone’s time to listen, it would be better if I had some prep time.
  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    TerriRichardson112 wrote: »
    Machka9 wrote: »
    Another Getting to Know You question ...

    What could you give a 40-minute presentation on with absolutely no preparation?

    On what topic?

    Machka in Oz


    However, as someone who has sat through innumerable long presentations, I prefer to go for several shorter more focused ones.

    Heather: I love learning new things, and can tend towards butterfly tendencies, flitting from one thing to the next. However, last year I made the decision to have a depth year, and focus on developing and deepening my current knowledge areas, and stop my interminable search for novelty. I’m still learning new things every day.

    I think my depth year may develop into a depth decade. 😂

    I have my students do 5 minute presentations. Then we have abundant discussion time if possible if the subject incites discussion (often but not always). I much prefer discussion, to long presentations most of the time.

    I also have many things I've learned a bit and would prefer, for the most part, to delve into some I've started, and not been able to continue than, start a new one:
    continuing-
    acoustic guitar
    learning Italian
    my level is very vary basic in both and I quite enjoy both.

    Otherwise, learning new cooking approaches continues to appeal to me.

  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    itchy eyes. feels a slightly allergic. I bought a protein bar with peanut flavour and a sugar free hazelnut chocolat spread. it could be the latter...
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,295 Member
    Grandmallie so sorry to hear
  • bwcetc
    bwcetc Posts: 2,830 Member
    Allie ... I am so very sorry you need more surgery? The pain in your chest ... did you tear some of the staples in your sternum? I will be praying along with everyone else that this surgery is swift and sure.

    Makes me Laugh ... my younger son, my mom with her dry wit, the local police blotter (seriously, it's hysterical what people report), if I'm in the right mood ... just about anything.

    40 Minute Presentation ... I am not an expert on anything. I have life experiences, but they're hardly worth making people sit through a 40 minute presentation. I think most attention spans are less than that. Always reminds me of my Grandfather who used to hold up his watch when the minister went over 20 minutes. If it couldn't be said in 20 minutes it wasn't worth saying ...

    Heather ... the puppy is a cutie and yes, their lives will change with her presence.

    Katla ...puppy training is not directed at the puppy ... the owners are the ones being trained!

    Beth near Buffalo
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,109 Member
    Well i did walk a couple of times a day.. havd to keep stuff from building up
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,536 Member
    Kim and Heather – it’s just strange that this batch of turkey breast had more water in it than any other batch that I’ve gotten. I thought of water, but the meat wasn’t frozen. It least not when I bought it. Well....it's over now.

    Michele NC
  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,704 Member
    B)
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,050 Member
    :D
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,960 Member
    Julie - I think cute is the correct word, I also find it touching that her roommate is obviously a caring person towards my Mom.

    My Mom has the kindest heart, she never sees bad in anyone and trusts everyone. She could be take in advantage of very easily and she would not complain about anything. Her previous roommate moaned and hollered almost continuously, I heard her several times on calls with Mom and don’t know how she could stand it, but Mom tells me “oh she just sings to me”.

    Lisa - I agree, I also wonder at what point do you just want her to enjoy life. I don’t know if I’m getting a bit jaded from working in a nursing home or what, no matter how well they are treated, no matter what we do to make their days brighter, most really aren’t happy and would rather go quickly than linger on not being at 100%. The flip side, of course, is some other health issues that could be much worse than she has now and still living a long life but suffering physically on top of the Alzheimer’s.

    Machka - I think it would be interesting to be a beekeeper but my husband is deadly allergic so not a good mix.

    I think if you begged me to get up in front of people and speak I could probably give a 40 minute presentation on what family means to me.

    Pip- Happy Birthday to Yogi.

    Katla - I need to study up on those signs for stroke and heart attack.

    Flea - I think I would love hearing your topics.

    Allie - I’m sorry to hear this. Hugs to you.

    Michele - Mom’s sneaking around didn’t bother me at all! I thought it was funny and cute. My brother was not happy with my reaction when I laughed as he told me.

    Heather - the commitment of a dog is what keeps holding me back. Nelly sure is cute.

    Terri - maybe I need to have one of those in depth years. I have a lot of unfinished projects.

    Beth - I love small town police logs. I miss my small hometown’s police force. They don’t even exist now, just the RCMP and not such funny little incidents more serious crimes. My cousin’s hardware store was broken into last night, they drilled the deadbolt out. Thousands stolen.

    I left work at 1230 today, I just couldn’t handle the back pain anymore. I had a little nap and will soon go take a hot bath.

    I am hoping that a day of rest tomorrow, on top of today, I’ll be better on Sunday.

    Tracey in Edmonton
  • exermom
    exermom Posts: 6,536 Member
    Tracey - so sorry to hear what happened to your cousin.

    Michele NC
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,216 Member
    <3<3Allie sending many gentle hugs your way <3
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    edited January 2021
    Tracey: I hope you’re feeling better by now and have had good rest. :star::star::star:

    Dr Katie: I am a retired 8th grade Social Studies teacher. I taught US History, from the Revolutionary War through the Civil War and a bit more. We also did an economics unit. Luckily for me, I had a teaching colleague who helped me through the transition from elementary school to eighth grade social studies. I am still grateful to her for all of her help. :flowerforyou:

    Kelly: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Thank you!!!

    Allie: It is good to hear that you are walking a couple of times a day. Sending good thoughts. I hope your doctors are able to help you return to good health and a happy life. :heart: :heart: :heart:


    Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    🟣💜
  • csofled
    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
    grandmallie wrote: »
    Good morning again
    Well got the news that they will have to do open heart surgery again so theres that

    My goodness Allie! Hang in there and stay strong! You'll be a newer stronger version soon! Hugs and good thoughts.

    Cheri
  • evie1958
    evie1958 Posts: 864 Member
    Caught up, but now it's too late to do any commenting!
    Hugs for those needing them, congrats to those celebrating and welcome to the newbies!
    Evelyn, Vancouver Island where we saw sunshine today!
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,641 Member
    Saturday

    We had a little bit of an adventure today. :)

    We drove up to Mt Field National Park, 90 km away - nearly a 2-hour drive on Tasmanian roads.
    https://parks.tas.gov.au/explore-our-parks/mount-field-national-park

    We parked, unloaded the bicycles and cycled up to the next town up the road, 13 and a bit km away. UP to the next town and into the wind. It was a struggle for out of shape legs. When we got to the town, we headed to the grocery store hoping for a cold drink and ice cream bar, but it was closed. Oh well. Fortunately the return trip was more or less downhill and we got back to the visitor's centre in time to get that cold drink and ice cream bar!

    And then we did a walk up to one of the attractions ... a pretty waterfall. :)

    uc6eb451zuha.png


    M in Oz

Categories