WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2021
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Julie, I find myself using email a lot with the "forgetful" folks - some are conveniently forgetful and some are truly forgetful so if when needed I can just forward the appropriate note back to them to help them remember.... the trick then is to word it so it's not to snarky....
Often I will do it with the "I get busy and sometimes forget, so can we put this in a written form so I can go back to remind myself?" and then "I looked this up as I was concerned I had mis-remembered...." It's harder for folks to get defensive it you have already taken the responsibility
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Julie, I find myself using email a lot with the "forgetful" folks - some are conveniently forgetful and some are truly forgetful so if when needed I can just forward the appropriate note back to them to help them remember.... the trick then is to word it so it's not to snarky....
Often I will do it with the "I get busy and sometimes forget, so can we put this in a written form so I can go back to remind myself?" and then "I looked this up as I was concerned I had mis-remembered...." It's harder for folks to get defensive it you have already taken the responsibility
Kim
For work stuff I actually do email stuff a bit since there can be confusion about remembering especially details, and there can be convent variations on remembering.
Just to confirm, xyz
but this is a thing he was getting angry about, that he yelled at me for 3 times about (quite unreasonably) and then agreed with me about and then did the same a month later.it was a bit nuts. And then he totally forgot. i did send an sms about it back then but seem to have lost or accidentally erased it.
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Oh, my, Machka. I am all in favor of public health and obeying the rules, but I would have a difficult time supporting those measures. We really are a different breed in this country.
Thanks for explaining!
Flea
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Had a good Zoom with my girlfriends. We haven't got a lot to say as we haven't been anywhere/done anything. We have been isolating since last March, no matter what the government says. I have behaved as if everybody, including family, has the virus. No going indoors with anyone since March, apart from masked and distant work people in another room. Shops only with two or fewer people in them. No supermarkets. Always masked, sometimes double masked.
We are currently not allowed to travel further than our local area. A few miles only. Nothing is open, except for food shops, takeaways and pharmacies. All fine by me.
We are perfectly happy as we are, but would enjoy seeing the grandchildren in real life. 
Everyone should behave as if they, and everyone else apart from their immediate continuous household, has the virus. Anything else could result in death of someone we love. No visiting.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
Lost power last night at 11 pm, just came on at 11:30 am this morning. All the island out, crazy. Listened to the wind, broken limbs hitting the roof. A couple of them as big round as my arm, and 8+ ft long. We are getting quite the piles around the yard! Green waste is already filled up, so there they will sit.
Rebecca5 -
Lacking motivation and concentration today! The sun is shining and I just want to curl up in its rays with a book. Lol!
Really dislike going back out after I get home from work, but have several stops we need to make and dinner in the crockpot. 10 hours is my max. So tonight we will make one quick stop(close to work), go home and eat, then go back out to finish errands. Too bad i can't just leave work whenever I am bored or have things to do not work related or just because "my" work is done (oh wait....my work is never done!) Sorry, that was catty. Anyway, venison roast, potatoes, and carrots in crockpot. Pair with salad. Dinner will be done.😊
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PIP
The scenery is just beautiful!
REBECCA
So sorry about your power loss and the mess it made.
KYLIA
Your crock pot meal sounds great!
Carol in Georgia
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Stats for the day-
Walk w/yogi- 2hrs 13min 24sec, 3 74ap, 186elev, 98ahr, 127mhr, 8.38mi= 807c
Strava app = 1015c
Zwift bike trainer- 28.56min, 20.9amph, 213elev, 135ahr, 158mhr, 10.06mi= 289c
Strava app = 266c
Total cal 1096
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Whidislander wrote: »Lost power last night at 11 pm, just came on at 11:30 am this morning. All the island out, crazy. Listened to the wind, broken limbs hitting the roof. A couple of them as big round as my arm, and 8+ ft long. We are getting quite the piles around the yard! Green waste is already filled up, so there they will sit.
Rebecca
It was quite a storm! We were out for about 5 hours, and very thankful to have power back. My mom didn't lose any more trees -- like you, we just have quite a few branches and tree debris.
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No formal exercise since I work today, just the steps. Have a dentist appt tomorrow (I’d made this about a year ago) so have the day off. The plan is to do Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 DVD.
M – some states have requirements before you enter it (like quarantine, or you have to have a negative COVID test. FL doesn’t have any requirements. Is there maybe an app that your states have that is up-to-date on the requirements to/not to enter each state? Then again, that wouldn’t help you much if things changed while you were in the state. It seems that kids who were allowed to do things like drink water out of a hose, be outside, etc seem to have fewer allergies. The Amish people have fewer and the thought is because they are out in the fields as kids and exposed to the different elements (hay, bacteria in manure, etc).
Tracey – I guess some men are just stubborn about going to the md. Now Vince is just the opposite. If he’s feeling even the slightest bit under the weather, if this lasts for a few days, he’s right at the md. When we moved to NC and had our medical files transferred, his was inches (multiple) thick. Mine was maybe an inch thick
Good day at work today. Over 6,000 steps. PLUS…Newcomer bowling is tonight
SuziQ – great bonfire. Oh, how’s getting the vaccine going in FL?
KJ – you have been waiting a long time for that license. I’m so glad you’re finally getting it. Woohoo on the walking. Bet you don’t have any overweight kiddos
Barbie – how wonderful that you’re getting the vaccine! I can’t wait to be able to get it. I know some people won’t take it. I guess if I were 20 or 30 I’d be concerned about the long-term effects. But at my age? Not so much
Baking a loaf of sourdough bread right now. A lady from Newcomer bowling asked me for some of my starter so I’m also making her a loaf of bread. Only thing is…it’s been rising for quite a while. I’m sure it’ll turn out OK. I made a small one in a ramekin for myself so I’ll try it and if it isn’t decent, I won’t give it to her Update: it did
Bananas – we sent a package to Denise on 12/15 and she STILL doesn’t have it. I’m so sorry that your results were lost
Newcomer bowling this evening.
Michele NC
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OregonMother wrote: »Oh, my, Machka. I am all in favor of public health and obeying the rules, but I would have a difficult time supporting those measures. We really are a different breed in this country.
Thanks for explaining!
Flea
I think most people here are quite happy with what our states have done. Of course, a few think there should be stronger lockdowns and a few think things should be more open.
Right now, there's a call for Tasmania to "pull up our drawbridges" again and keep mainlanders out, but so far we're somewhat open to them.
I don't find the measures particularly restrictive. The Worker's Compensation measures are stricter and personally, I'm "imposing" more restrictive measures on my husband and myself in the interests of our own health.M – some states have requirements before you enter it (like quarantine, or you have to have a negative COVID test. FL doesn’t have any requirements. Is there maybe an app that your states have that is up-to-date on the requirements to/not to enter each state? Then again, that wouldn’t help you much if things changed while you were in the state.
Michele NC
Each state has a website, app, etc. with the latest information for that state. But we can't predict what's going to happen tomorrow.
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Machka: I love the photo of the cliffs, the hiker, the lake and canoe. Beautiful!
I admire your walking trails and paths. They're beautiful, too.
Tracey: We don’t have a public health office to call. As far as I know, there has been no vaccine available in our county so far. I’ve heard that Walgreens will be the pharmacy to use, rather than our usual pharmacy. DH is likely to be vaccinated well before me--if vaccine ever arrives. Our daughter in Illinois got her first covid vaccination the other day. I count that a blessing.
Pip: “Our fur kids like to have stuffed animals.” Thanks for sharing the lovely photo. :bigsmile:
SuziQ: There are living trees, cut trees and artificial trees. I get a kick out of growing a live tree and bringing it in for Christmas. Living trees are growing in dirt—in my case the tree is growing in a pot. It is far less likely to dry out and become a fire hazard than a cut tree. I don’t know of many others than me who bring a living tree in for Christmas. Several of my neighbors have very nice artificial trees that they can use year after year.
(((Allie))): I hope your surgery on Friday is a total success. Waiting is soooo hard. You will continue to be in my prayers. I am looking forward to seeing you back at home, dancing a jig and happy.
Lisa: We recently found a new dentist after our previous dentist closed his practice because of health problems. The new dentist is a woman and very good at what she does. I hope you are able to find someone who is right for you.
I spent time this morning watching the US House of Representatives on CNN. I found the procedure for discussion was interesting. Sometimes one of the representatives would give another representative some of their personal allowed time—one or two minutes at a time in some cases. I believe the next hearings will be held in the Senate. We live in challenging times. :ohwell:
Katla in NW Oregon, where the river is "three feet high & rising"--- (I can hear Johnny Cash singing this in my mind as I look out.)
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I am feeling really grateful for the mild winter we are having so far. It was so nice this past weekend that dh, doggo, and I walked a total of 8 miles. We met up with daughter and son in law on Saturday, all masked up and outdoors. My daughter is an emergency room pharmacist so she is adamant about how we can get together during the pandemic. So, it was uplifting to see them this weekend and BUMBLE dog was ecstatic to have young people who would run with him. We also visited Caesar Creek State Park and hiked to a small waterfall, it was lovely and puppy was so happy. He came home a very muddy but tongue out happy dog. Today we got in another 3 miles on our local path. Expecting some bad weather to come through this weekend, but sure can't complain about being in Ohio in January and being outside and comfortable with a light jacket, beanie, and gloves. Feel pretty positive about will power right now too. Sticking with the program. Had a job interview this week and got asked back for a second so that also made me happy. Lots to be grateful for this month so far.
Dogs: love them! My feelings about dogs is there is no bad dogs only owners who do not respect the rights of others. Dogs need to be trained, exercised, and loved. If a dog is spending 8-10 hours to day in a crate or alone in the house, then it is bound to be unhappy, easily excitable, and not really trained for public. I highly recommend AKC classes to everyone I know. My dog and I have been through all star puppy class, canine good citizen, and advanced canine good citizen. These classes teach the skills you need to really bring up a well socialized and happy dog. Even though we have passed each test, I am taking the advanced class again just because it keeps me practicing skills. I learn so much about how to work with my dog. Once the pandemic ends, we hope to take the urban canine good citizen test and therapy dog test. I feel very confident about taking my dog on all sorts of adventures because he is a trustworthy and polite companion. It is and should be as much work to raise a good dog as it does to raise a great kiddo.
What was my first job? Babysitting, but my first real job was as a cashier at Burger King.
What makes me laugh? My son can probably make me laugh harder than anyone I know. He has a wicked sense of humor and he knows how to use it. When we play games as a family, he has us all in stitches with his sarcasm and silliness.
Could I give a 40 minute presentation? Absolutely, I led professional development for teachers for many years and had to do lectures that lasted full days or multi-days on a variety of education topics. These days I could probably lead a lecture on scrapbooking, horse showing, or travel.
Hope you all are having a great month!
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Well my cardiologist just stopped in...no surgery friday would only weaken heart more.i will start evaluation for heart kidney transplant.. now this is all just preliminary but another at least week in the hospital7
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It seems that kids who were allowed to do things like drink water out of a hose, be outside, etc seem to have fewer allergies. The Amish people have fewer and the thought is because they are out in the fields as kids and exposed to the different elements (hay, bacteria in manure, etc).
Michele NC
I grew up in a rural area in the midwest, drinking out of the hose, running around in the pastures, throwing hay, taking care of farm animals, etc. and I am filled with allergies. I wasn't when I was a kid, but now I seem to be allergic to every pollen in the southwest.
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It seems that kids who were allowed to do things like drink water out of a hose, be outside, etc seem to have fewer allergies. The Amish people have fewer and the thought is because they are out in the fields as kids and exposed to the different elements (hay, bacteria in manure, etc).
Michele NC
I grew up in a rural area in the midwest, drinking out of the hose, running around in the pastures, throwing hay, taking care of farm animals, etc. and I am filled with allergies. I wasn't when I was a kid, but now I seem to be allergic to every pollen in the southwest.
Tina in CA
Yes, me too. I was (and still am? ) very much and outdoor kid. In the yard, in the grass, in the mud, in the garden, riding my bicycle, walking, running, hiking, swimming in lakes, streams, etc. ... and yet ... allergies.
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I did receive the COVID vaccine today. The process was extremely organized as reported. It took just under an hour, which included the 15 minute wait afterwards to make sure you had no adverse reaction. It was very helpful to be tech savvy. They applied a sticker to an admittance card with a QR code. Once you scanned it, a web browser popped up in which you entered your personal details as well as answered health questions. I did help the lady in front of me navigate through it. Some what difficult from a distance and both masked in a loud convention center.
My arm is extremely sore this evening. It hurts to raise it and a mild throb, but no swelling at injection sight.
KJ - your grandkids are so adorable and growing so fast! Your daughter’s area received a much larger accumulation than my area. I don’t think you have anything to worry about, the last snow with one inch accumulation was in 2015. Congratulations on finally attaining your group home accreditation. I had my grandkids for an overnight on New Years Eve. I should have consulted you on activities. We had hats, tiaras, noise makers, poppers, silly string and sparkling grape juice for a toast. The five year old asked where was the cake. We lasted until 11 pm when the ball dropped in New York.
Their Christmas photo
Cathy in Arlington, TX10 -
Machka - There are apps now that send alerts when it’s supposed to be an active night for the northern lights. I need to download one and see what I can do about seeing them.
The Atlantic provinces closed their borders and had a police presence enforcing it. When they opened up a little bit, you could apply to visit. Part of the application process was how you would self isolate and where. How you would get food, etc. You were either approved or denied and you needed the approval letter to carry with you. My cousin’s had to go to Nova Scotia to move her MIL out here during this and they were gone for a whole month because of the self isolating. They received calls daily from government officials checking on their location. The western provinces never closed their borders from other provinces that I’m aware of. I have really only paid close attention to New Brunswick and Alberta.
Love that you got out for a canoe run!
Flea - stay safe tonight. We are supposed to have strong winds too. 70km/hour which is about 45mph. I used my trusty converter but he’s not feeling good and didn’t do the math as nicely as he normally does. 😂
Suzi - you look so relaxed. I only ever had live trees until we moved to Alberta. By the time the trees arrive here on trucks they are already drying out. I grew up just walking on our property to get a tree.
Both of our girls had live trees this year.
I’m sorry the puzzle board wasn’t what you were expecting. Poor workmanship is a peeve of many.
I’m surprised that Amazon takes time for refunds down there. Here they refund before I even send anything back. Weird.
Kylia - I marvel at anyone that is still learning and improving themselves. I have thought of things to do, but I am so tired in the evenings that I don’t know how I would do it. Then again as I typed that I had the thought that maybe if I had something to do it would give me energy. I spend way too many hours alone in front of a tv. Rodger and I have not had many shows we both enjoy and want to watch together for a few years now.
Hope you have a successful repairman visit. I really need to find someone to come look at our dishwasher. It doesn’t drain properly and there is always standing water in it now.
I hate going out after work too. I found your comment truthful not catty. Probably because some at my work can leave for errands and such too.
Kelly - it may be because I have joined my husband outside for a smoking moment but all I could picture when I read about your little walkers was a commercial with a used car salesman type voice saying “and with the 2-21/2 year old range you get so many miles per year”. That’s awesome that you put on so many miles. I’ve walked with littles in kindergarten classes it takes some work to do it well. Also, congratulations you’ve worked hard to get your group license and you deserve it.
Barbie - I agree too many only thinking of themselves.
Barbara - isn’t that ridiculous that she’s in a grocery store during her quarantine. I don’t understand how people don’t get it.
Rita - I would take sleep. I can’t do anything when I’m in pain so I wouldn’t feel guilty for not getting things done.
Michele - that allergy thing with the Amish might have some truth to it. My brother was tested when he was about 4 and was allergic to 98 of the 100 things he was tested for most of which were located on the property at home. He is no longer allergic to any of those but struggles with man made things like soaps and such.
Rodger annoys me, he thinks he knows what’s wrong and tries to cure himself.
Katla - I hope you get news on a vaccine soon. I go for my second dose on the 20th.
I saw a commercial or something around Christmas where you can rent a live tree for Christmas. They are rented out yearly until they grow to 7 ft and then they are planted. I assume you could get the same tree year of year if you wanted. I thought it was a brilliant idea.
Allie - I’m so sorry. You’re in my prayers.
I had a phone appointment with my doctor today she has provided a prescription for physio and massage therapy. If the physio does not help she wants an in person appointment to check for arthritis.
I am willing to try anything at this point.
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Another "Getting to Know You" Question:
If you could have anything for dinner tonight, what would it be?
My Answer:
Main Course
Mexican food - a sampler plate of Chimichangas, Enchiladas, Tamales, Taquitos etc. with Guacamole and Refried Beans.
Dessert
Chocolate Lava Cake with Chocolate Ice Cream topped with Chocolate Sauce
Something like that is often my birthday meal.
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grandmallie wrote: »Well my cardiologist just stopped in...no surgery friday would only weaken heart more.i will start evaluation for heart kidney transplant.. now this is all just preliminary but another at least week in the hospital
You may need both a heart and a kidney transplant?
I'm really sorry to hear that!
Are your family able to see you now and then?
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Machka - it would be a real toss up between a Pizza Delight pizza (a NB chain) or a roast beef dinner.
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(((Allie:))). I wish you well. I hope for a excellent doctor, a great surgical outcome and a long & happy life. 1
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Allie- continued prayers!
Tracey- thank you for your kind words. Just an idea on pain...I was having all kinds of issues last year. My dr suggested no pork, lots of water, less salt (not usually an issue), less simple carbs. Just a thought. I have done better since limiting pork to no more than twice a month and then usually only 2-3 pieces of bacon, nitrate free, on BLT.
Dee- Ceasar's creek is right around the corner from me! I am in Bellbrook.
Favorite dinner- Homemade chicken and dumplings. Not that flat noodles things ohioans call dumplings, but fluffy biscuits cooked in the stew. So yummy! Birthdays, Christmas, and cold weekends. Oh, I should take the chicken out of the freezer.😊
Dinner tonight was good. Husband was great on our errands. No lolly gagging. In and out!
Sleepytime calling my name!
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Kylia in Ohio where winter is trying to make an appearance1
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