WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2021
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five different veggies I buy frozen mixed vegetables (corn, green beans, carrots, peas) and add some limas and steam them in a saucepan on the stove and voila---five veggies every day.Sleep, I learned a long time ago that I can't make myself sleep when my body has different ideas, so I just go with the flow. There's a lot to do while lying awake--some of it is productive and some of it results in falling asleep again. I listened to an episode of the podcast "The Sporkful" called "Cooking with a brain injury". It made me think of Machka's husband's challenges in processing life.
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Hi ladies!
My experience on cooking with a brain injury is use more crockpot and avoid fish. My attention span just isn't what it used to be!
My mom started an eye roast for Easter, but changed her mind when it was barely started. She put it back in the oven Monday night, and again lost patience and took it out. It's still largely raw but it's spent so much time at warm temperatures that I'm afraid to eat it. Such a shame to waste it though.
Teddy boo was snoring last night, and barking in his dreams. But I'd rather be awake some nights than alone.
Have a great day!
Annie in Delaware1 -
five different veggies I buy frozen mixed vegetables (corn, green beans, carrots, peas) and add some limas and steam them in a saucepan on the stove and voila---five veggies every day.Sleep, I learned a long time ago that I can't make myself sleep when my body has different ideas, so I just go with the flow. There's a lot to do while lying awake--some of it is productive and some of it results in falling asleep again. I listened to an episode of the podcast "The Sporkful" called "Cooking with a brain injury". It made me think of Machka's husband's challenges in processing life. Barbie in NW WA
I was curious, so I'm listening to it.Emotions: yep - huge mood swings, over-responding to situations with laughter or tears, misunderstanding things and getting upset.
I don't know if his hearing is bad or if it is because he can only focus on one thing at a time plus his short term memory isn't good, but he'll often misunderstand things because he either didn't hear it or didn't grasp it all.
Cooking: he was the main cook in our relationship and has continued to make dinners, but I (the person who doesn't cook!) had to teach him what to do again. Even now, if I want something different, it's a huge challenge. He wants to help and contribute, which is great. So I've got to convince him it's OK for me to make it first and if it is something he would like to make too, he can watch. Then I'll help him next time if he needs help. I'm going to attempt a Greek salad soon and see how he goes with me making it first. I tried to help him with a meal while we were away and that was a bit of a disaster mainly because he couldn't understand why I was helping.
Oh ... I smiled when she mentioned that the onions were still raw even though she thought she was cooking them ... I ate raw potatoes quite frequently in his first few months home!
Shopping/Restaurants, etc.: quite often too overwhelming for him. That's one of the main reasons why we order our groceries. We've also walked out of restaurants because they've been too busy for him. He's probably fortunate that I don't like crowds and noise either.
Perseveration: She mentioned perseveration, and my husband experiences this although it is different from what she experienced. He has "pet stories" he tells, but mainly when he is stressed. There's more to it than that, and it's difficult to explain fully ... the same sort of things (phrases, references, etc.) crop up in just about every conversation even if they aren't applicable.
And one other thing she mentions ... the bit about an invisible injury. My husband doesn't look like he has a brain injury, so people expect him to understand everything that happens in day-to-day life. Sadly, I've seen sales people etc. get mad at him or impatient with him because he doesn't understand something and can't express himself very well. Of course, the more stressed he gets, the greater the chance he'll have difficulty understanding, so the situation deteriorates quickly.3 -
Did my 5k run.
Chilly but bright.
On the way home we stopped at the butchers to buy sausages to go with the roast veg. Of course, I bought Scotch Eggs, escalopes and goats cheese as well. They are so sweet in there. Paul was fantastic during the strict lockdown, doing same day deliveries.
Then I saw celeriac next door st the deli, so bought that with a huge potato to make mash another day. Added some fresh green beans to the basket. Lettuce, the world's best cottage cheese, and, at the last minute a Polish type sausage for my sauerkraut dish. DH carried it while I ran the last 100 yards home.
I'm going to mash some peas tonight, so there will be at least 5 roast veg, plus potato.
Now to look at the cabins.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx1 -
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Pat C OHIO: Congrats on your medical results!!!
Tracey: My daughter’s situation is different than ours. She is a mental health professional. She works with challenged young adults who live in a group care facility after having been sent there by the courts. In her role there, she was vaccinated very early on when the pandemic was just getting going. Her home is on an acreage with plenty of room for social distancing on a sunny day. We live in a townhouse community. We have now been fully vaccinated and we are still very cautions. We chat with neighbors from at least 5 feet away. :flowerforyou:.
Pip: I love the photos of your pup and your new rig.
Lisa: I am also no fan of snakes. We had a neighbor some years ago who thought it was funny that I was afraid of snakes, so she deliberately caught them & put them on our lawn. I am thankful that that she has moved away. The family that now owns that townhouse is delightful. YAY!!! In your situation, I would seal off the cat door. Egg can meow to get in and you can choose to let him in if he is snake free.
Machka: DH has balance issues and we had a plumber come and install heavy duty grab bars in the tub and shower area. DH can now hold on as needed, confident that his weight will be supported. The bars look fine and are very sturdy. Your bathroom photo looks excellent, but It is hard to know whether the grab bar under the window would support your DH’s weight, or whether there is a grab bar in the shower enclosure. :flowerforyou:
I am looking forward to getting some of my favorite activities back. I want to go out to the stable and visit Arrow, and I would love to go back to the fitness club. We have been in lockdown so long that it is hard to figure out how to begin resuming loved activities.
Katla in sunny NW Oregon
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Not impressed. I've been on hold for 40 minutes so far, listening to 70s pop songs. This is meant to be a priority number!
Feel like giving up. Grrrr!
Heather UK xxxxxx1 -
Well i hopped in the shower and did my walk inside,im not using the walker or cane so thats good..
My DD sent some pictures of DGD through text,which i downloaded onto my phone to put in my laptop . Which didnt work1 -
That's one of the things I like about cycling. It's too hilly to go right from home, so we drive to better locations and then ride ... a weekend ride can take me away from my computer for 3 or 4 hours!
M in Oz
I'm envious you can take your bikes elsewhere. Mine won't fit in my car and there isn't a hitch and ball rack for it yet. I don't want one that hangs off the back. My bike is heavy and those are not as sturdy. Our roads around here are atrocious and dangerous for biking. I'd love to take them where there are better surfaces.
Tina in CA
We buy vehicles with cycling in mind.
When we went looking for our most used van, the #1 criteria was ... it must be able to hold at least 2 bicycles inside. It can actually hold 4 if 2 of them are our folding bikes.
Machka in Oz
I actually researched the bike rack before I bought the car. But, since I wanted a plug in hybrid, my choices were limited and other things were priority, such as distance using electric power only. I think a hitch will come out soon, though.
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Machka: I just was reminded by DH that he purchased a collapsable walker without wheels. He used that walker for balance support in our shower area. Perhaps your DH can use one that is similar. 😇0
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On a slightly personal note: I am not sure what is up with my hubby not showering. I don't think he has showered in a week or more and he is getting slightly smelly. lol (laughing, but not laughing). I am not sure if it is him losing track of when he last showered, or thinking he doesn't need one because it's not hot out and he doesn't move around much... I am wondering if it is getting hard for him to get in and out of the shower (he needs to step into the tub and the sides are pretty high). Have any of you had to re-think or re-do your bathrooms due to advancing age and declining physical ability?
Well, I have to scoot. I need one more cup of coffee and have to get my trash to the curb. ttfn xoxox KJ (Kelly)
When we remodeled our bathrooms, we took growing old into consideration. There is just a small step for both showers. My bathtub is a deep soaking tub, so not really friendly for aging, but I like it now.
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Did a body pump DVD today. Work tomorrow so no formal exercise, but I’m sure I’ll be able to get a lot of steps in since I plan to go out to the parking lot to get the carts.
Think I should wash and wax my car since it’s pretty nice out. While the wax is drying, I’ll put the paver sand down. Vince has an appointment with an allergy doctor and then a sleep specialist. If he gets back early, maybe we can wash the outside windows. I’ve already done the ones I can reach, and really the only ones I would like him to help me with are the ones in the front. So that shouldn’t take too long. Got dinner all ready to microwave
Pat C – woo hoo!
Tracey – I did cook the meat and froze the leftovers. As a matter of fact, that’s what Vince is having for dinner tonight, all leftovers...lol I’m so sorry about your resident passing
I had this Vermont Teddy Bear exercise bear which I gave to the gal whose gym I go to for her birthday Saturday. Really, the kids aren’t going to be interested in it.
Lisa – if any of our cats ever brought in a snake, I would be out the door so fast you could see the smoke after me. Fortunately, our cats are only indoor cats. Just the thought gives me the willies
bananas – my weight is up a bit, too. And, like you, no surprise. I knew that I had too much of the meat for Easter. Well, it’s not a usual thing. I was going to have mac & cheese for Jess because I know she likes it. But since she wasn’t here, I’ll return it to the store since Vince won’t eat it and I really don’t want it.
I’m trying to think of different things to have for breakfast. I’d like it to include protein for the days when I go to work. Now that it’s getting warmer out, I would like something cool. Well, I’ll check people’s menus to see if I get any ideas.
Barbara – that image of a socially distanced bonfire for each person made me LOL
KJ – kids can be so honestly brutal. Have any of the kids said something to your hubby? I can easily see a kid saying “eww you smell”.
Michele NC
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Booked!!!! Next March.
Happy me. DH seems very excited.
Heather UK xxxxxxxx3 -
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trisH_7183 wrote: »Getting first blood work today. Hopefully it will show what med I need. Having side effects from the thyroid surgery. All done by computer these days.
Prefer seeing the Dr to explain what is going on,but have no choice.
I’m such a wimp about needles & dread having it done,but another no choice. Excuse my whine!
Pat C OHIO
I used to have a terrible phobia of needles and blood- would actually black out seeing it, THEN, had to go through infertility treatments. After so many months of shots(up to 36 in a week) and daily blood tests while taking the shots), I pretty much got over it. I had said I would never ever go through all of that but then when it came down to it- my only option so did it month after month.
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Did my first Zumba and abs workout on Zoom with the teacher that did our in class Zumba, first in well over 6 months- 60 min of Zumba and 20 min abs workout- I pretty much kept up with zumba but didn't make it the 20 min on the abs(which is what I really need)- I wish there was a way to go back and watch again but dont think you can on Zoom.
Heading for the dentist in 20 min. It is just a teeth cleaning but I just want it over with- really don't like going, even though they are really gentle.
Need to take down and pack away all the Easter decorations- the yard is full of them.
Have a great day ladies.
Debbie
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KJ - You can now get a shower with a full three-wall surround, shelves built in, that is the same size as a tub/shower combo, and fits in the same place. We did it that way due to my knee replacement. There's only about a three-inch step up, and a very minor sill... just one gotcha - we had to get a cloth shower curtain with a liner, as the curtain needs to actually get to the bottom with an inch or two extra to keep water in - and a plastic curtain is a hazard to step on. It turns out I like the cloth shower curtain so much better, so there's that.1
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Catching up here.
CheriAre you still crocheting beautiful blankets. I am in awe of your skill. They are all so beautiful and you seem to finish them in no time at all.
Everyone- stay well.
CJ
Yes, I am still crocheting away! I've resisted buying new yarn and have made quite a dent in my stash since COVID shelter-at-home. Here are a few! I also take fleece and crochet around the edge and on occasion I'll throw together a quilt. All for the local Project Linus Chapter. I haven't attended in well over a year due to COVID, however someone is always able to stop and do a porch pick-up of my contributions.
Thanks for asking! I'll try and remember to post my projects going forward.
All is well here. I have both my vaccines. On the second vaccine of Moderna I had flu like symptoms throughout the first night (fever, body aches and headache) but it all disappeared
the next morning. My hubs and kids are both scheduled for their second vaccines. We will continue to mask up and probably will not change our current routine anytime soon.
I have a simple routine for my days in place that works for me. My main focus is on me and my mental and physical well being. Since my breast cancer diagnosis and with the meds I need to be on now it is what I have to do. I suffer from chronic fatigue and am stiff or in pain in someway every day and the hot flashes. Dam our lady bodies need that estrogen and when you drive it out naturally or otherwise your body will let ya know. I've adjusted the way I work out and the way I get my nutrition and manage well. Losing some weight by the tenths but that's better than nothing and that is not my focus. This has all been an adjustment for the hubs and daughter who rely on me as a life coach (whether they know that or not with both being on the autism spectrum) who have "accused" me of having changed and being "selfish" at times. I totally freaked out about that word and then realized from their perspective it could/would seem that way being that empathy and looking beyond yourself is a difficult concept for them to wrap their non neurotypical brains around. Which is also proof that I am tending to myself, my needs and limitations, so good for me as this is not a natural thing to come by being a woman and mother.
Anyhoo, I am on here daily even though I may not say anything. I follow along with all your lives and always have you in my pocket!
Have a good day!
Cheri
College Station, TX
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Debbie- my DD is starting fertility treatments and she took a picture and showed me all the meds she will have to take and inject..
I keep my mouth shut but they have a 13 yr old and if it does work having an infant is going to be rough.. but its in the good lords hands not mine..
Well off to the Dr2 -
Sue—We have three blueberry bushes and I cover them with netting to protect them from deer. The netting is very helpful. The band of deer ate my beans last year & I’m not planning to try growing them this year. I was soooo frustrated. I’m planning to “harvest” my beans at the grocery store. :ohwell:
I'm of that opinion as well. I leave it others to grow my veggies. I guess I am a bit impatient, and either prune too much so it grows strange, or kill plants by over watering them! I am also of an opinion that plants either live or die, if they start looking mopey well out they go! Amazingly my avocado tree has survived the winter, not lost any leaves and seems to be sprouting up top. When they start coming out, I will take a pic of her. Yes my avocado tree is a her.🙃💖
💖 Rebecca
Whidbey
Washington
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Snowflake1968 wrote: »Heather - so happy for you, the visit and the thoughts of a yes on the cruise.
Kelley - such exciting news!
TV - we have the tv on almost continuously. I watch a lot of music shows. I don’t pay attention closely though. If I’m fortunate enough to get the house to myself, I normally shut the tv off, crank the music and clean. It’s very rare for me to have the house to myself. The last time was probably 2 years ago, I can’t remember really.
Barbara - Covet away, I am often quite envious when others tell me something they have done with their spouse. We very rarely leave the house together and it’s never at his suggestion.
Rebecca - what a lovely day you had with your son. Athena looks like she grew overnight in that picture.
Kylia - What a busy, yet enjoyable weekend!
Machka - interesting facts about the colour yellow. My Grandmother redid my bedroom for me for my 12th birthday, it was yellow and white striped wallpaper. I loved that room, I found it so bright and cheerful. A couple of years ago I painted our bathroom yellow, the paint colour was called Banff Sun bought from Cdn. Tire. Last weekend I picked up a yellow shirt for myself, I wasn’t sure about it at first but I received a lot of compliments on how that colour suited me. 🤷♀️
Lisa - Happy Birthday, sorry that you need to start the antibiotics again.
Katla - Are your daughters restrictions different than yours?
My home province has some stricter restrictions for travellers, but in doing that they have been able to allow less restrictions on the residents. They are currently allowed a “Steady 10” and we have been restricted to no inside gatherings since November. It’s hard to gather outside in the Winter here.
Michele - Can you cook the meat then freeze leftovers?
Katla - I have been vaccinated fully since January and am still being very cautious. I can still carry the disease and spread it. We have some residents not vaccinated. On top of those it isn’t 100% that I won’t get it just a better chance of having a mild dose. I would prefer to not have even that.
Ginny - I just finished physio and one of my issues was bursa. Ice on the hip joint for 10 minutes every 2-3 hours will help the inflammation. The only exercise she had me do, after a week of just icing was clam shells only 5 at a time, every time I iced. Within about 3 weeks I was able to start doing other exercises. She said that trying to do exercises while you are inflamed does more damage than good. She also told me not to sleep on that side, that was a very tough one for me.
We had a Cracker Barrel Mac and cheese mix and nothing else for our Easter dinner. We haven’t had a traditional holiday meal since Christmas 2019. I hope we’ll get one in this year. I don’t see the sense for just him and I and he agrees with me.
I took a small gift for the Grands yesterday, I bought them each a shirt, a couple little things and no candy. On the drive in I thought as a child I wouldn’t be happy to have no candy in an Easter bag, on the other hand I knew they probably already had enough of that. To make sure they weren’t disappointed, I stopped and bought them each a slurpee and a small can of Pringles chips. I bought one for their Dad too, to enjoy while Lauryn was at work.
Our government a few weeks ago announced that they were giving Critical Worker’s a $1200 one time payment. The criteria was to have worked 300 hours from Oct 15 to Jan 31 in one of the occupations they listed such as Supermarket workers, warehouse workers, Long Term Care workers. The first details when it came out was that Out of Scope staff would be exempt. I was included in the exemption. This infuriated a lot of people because we worked through it and in it during the peak we had here. Today we were advised that they have changed their exemption to Out of Scope that worked on site and not at home would qualify! It’s taxable and will be 4-6 weeks, but it’s coming!
This afternoon one of my favourite residents passed this afternoon. He was just a nice man, reminded me so much of my beloved Father in Law. I will miss him a lot.
Tracey in Edmonton
I did, and I thanked my lucky stars for it.💖. My son, with all his quirks, and peculiar ways, has always gotten along with me. Lee takes time to notice that I have the patience to look around his LEGO city with a flashlight (as son delightfully gave me). Son also sends me videos of bands he likes, (which I Know husband wouldn't have the patience nor desire to watch). He is in one sense quite an innocent, and naive young adult. No pressures of relationships, or finance, and he seems very content. I kind of picture us living with him forever sometimes. As it stands now, I think the balance of both our finances, to pay rent and bills works so well.
Yes Athena has exploded with growth these days!
💕💖Rebecca
Whidbey
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Well got the colonoscopy liquid prep. $30, because Drivers doesn't cover that.
Last night husband and I made enchiladas for the first time. Like two young parents giving their newborn its first bath! "No fold the tortilla this way husband! Like this?..... No, no, like this....".🙃😜😋. We enjoyed it but husband mixed a bit of spicy enchilada sauce so it was hot! We decided it could've tasted a lot worse, but we probably won't add it to our repertoire.
Rebecca
Whidbey
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grandmallie wrote: »Debbie- my DD is starting fertility treatments and she took a picture and showed me all the meds she will have to take and inject..
I keep my mouth shut but they have a 13 yr old and if it does work having an infant is going to be rough.. but its in the good lords hands not mine..
Well off to the Dr
praying they have great success with the treatment. We kept trying until Kaiser said no more and we didn't have the funds to do invitro. We then took the adoption route. Signed up to be foster parents in hopes of adopting at some point- first call was not for foster but straight adoption-24hrs after that call we met and picked up our son who was only 1 1/2 weeks old. Life didn't go the way I had planned in so many ways(fertility treatment with both husbands not working plus miscarriage with hubby #1) but I have my son now and he is a perfectly healthy young man- 23yrs old1 -
Whidislander wrote: »Sue—We have three blueberry bushes and I cover them with netting to protect them from deer. The netting is very helpful. The band of deer ate my beans last year & I’m not planning to try growing them this year. I was soooo frustrated. I’m planning to “harvest” my beans at the grocery store. :ohwell:
I'm of that opinion as well. I leave it others to grow my veggies. I guess I am a bit impatient, and either prune too much so it grows strange, or kill plants by over watering them! I am also of an opinion that plants either live or die, if they start looking mopey well out they go! Amazingly my avocado tree has survived the winter, not lost any leaves and seems to be sprouting up top. When they start coming out, I will take a pic of her. Yes my avocado tree is a her.🙃💖
💖 Rebecca
Whidbey
Washington
I love having my garden- that is the one hobby that has not changed over the years. It is so calming to me to be out in my little garden. I will be up at mom's this weekend,planting more in her greenhouse- I will get my planters/pots ready to plant. Wish it was time to plant now but not quite yet, but soon. Having fresh tomatoes and cucumbers right out of the garden is what I LOVE- many don't make it into the house-I eat them right up in my garden. My husband complains about the water bill- says we can buy the tomatoes cheaper at the store but they don't taste anything like home grown. It is my only hobby so what we spend on water for my little garden is NOTHING compared to all the things he spends money on. He spends three or four times as much just doing take out for himself-never anything healthy either
Debbie1 -
KJ--Stepping in and out of the tub is the reason I want it taken out and replaced with a walk in shower. I find it getting harder to get in and out and not fall.
Got notice this afternoon that on April 15th we are opening up for visitors as before Covid. Only thing different is visitors have to wear masks. Not sure they have to wait a week, but it is a positive.
Looks like it could rain this afternoon evening. I really don't care as not planning much after work. They are to come next Monday and trim out our 3 big trees. Be glad when that is done, so DH doesn't climb on the roof and lean over to do it. Slowly we are getting things checked off my list of home upkeep and repair.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND ,NE 1 -
dentist appointment done. Shocker- at almost 60 yrs old NOW one of my wisdom teeth decides it might want to start to pop up. Never had an issue- didn't even know this one was trying to come through, she saw it. They want to xray it next trip and possible pull it- NOT even thinking about that!0
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Debbie- she had a blocked fallopian tube and had that taken care of . And tried IUI twice didnt work,now onto IVF .. they talked about fostering to adopt ,but Kyle isnt to keen on it so we shall see..
Have the windows open and enjoying the warmth..1 -
Cheri: Your blankets are beautiful!!! They are all so lovely that I could never choose a favorite.
Allie: Your DD is heading down a path that may be challenging. I hope it goes well for her. :flowerforyou:
Tracey: My daughter has been vaccinated and tested, as has her DH. I trust her to set up any social event in a way that would minimize health worries. Her home is on an acreage in the country and would be easy to set up for social distancing, provided it was a nice day to be outdoors.
I have been sequestered mostly at home for months due to the pandemic. We have been vaccinated twice and should be able to do more things that are enjoyable. I am hoping to tiptoe back to activities that I enjoy. High on my list are the stable and the health club. Keeping my fingers crossed for more fun in my life.
Katla in beautiful NW Oregon2
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