WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2021

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  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Barbara: Fingers crossed for the potential trip across the country. DH’s health will tell the story. If he can go, okay. If he can’t go, we stay home. DH has multiple health issues, including diabetes, arthritis and MS. We will have to watch and plan. If he is well enough to go-yay. If not, we stay home. :ohwell:

    This evening we had dinner at the Thai restaurant a couple of blocks from home. This palce has been a favorite for many eyears and was closed due to the pandemic. It has been open again for a while. The food was good, and we were pleased. Now that we’re home, we’re getting ready for bed. ZZZZZZZ

    Katla in NW Oregon
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    exermom wrote: »
    M – I’m a bit surprised that it took so long for you to get your jab. Well...glad you got it anyway. Is your hubby going to get it? Or is it going to be too much for him emotionally to get it? If he doesn’t, will he still have to wear a mask? If so, won’t he wonder why some people do and others don’t?

    Michele NC

    Getting my vax was really quick. Much faster than I imagined ... I had expected to get it this coming October.
    We are trying to get my husband the Pfizer vax and yes, of course he wants it. He's very concerned about safety.

    However, at the moment, the clinics are offering only what they have on hand and most have Astra-Zenica which we don't want. We are hoping that will change next month.

    No one has to wear masks outside of the Emergency Department and Airports. Our last locally transmitted case was over a year ago so there's no reason to wear masks.


    M in Oz
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Machka—we got the Pfizer vaccinations at Walgreens pharmacy. I have no idea if it has any stores in other countries. In your situation I would try to find out where it is available and get signed up with the best company available in your area. There are two vaccinations, nearly a month apart . Good luck.
  • kymarai
    kymarai Posts: 3,727 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    edited May 2021
    Katla49 wrote: »
    Machka—we got the Pfizer vaccinations at Walgreens pharmacy. I have no idea if it has any stores in other countries. In your situation I would try to find out where it is available and get signed up with the best company available in your area. There are two vaccinations, nearly a month apart . Good luck.

    Not possible at this point. Australia only has a very small quantity of Pfizer available and it is only in the hospitals (hospital clinics) which have the capacity to store it correctly.

    I got Pfizer because of my job.

    And there are no Walgreens here. :) Astra-Zenica is available at chemists, GPs, and community centres but not Pfizer.


    M in Oz
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,253 Member
    Tracey- that is so sad. It is bad enough that the woman was hit and killed but that her own boyfriend did it- so tragic.
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,071 Member
    <3
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,786 Member
    edited May 2021
    Bit of a short night, but I'm hoping to go for a run after breakfast.
    I was going to weigh myself today, but I can feel the results of a high sodium day yesterday in my hands, so I think I'll leave it until tomorrow.

    Tracey - So sad. :'( I'm glad, though, that your nephew is seeing his daughter. <3 HUGS.
    Yes, I'm still in shock that we made that decision, but delighted. For about nine months after DH banged his head he couldn't envisage ever going anywhere, ever again! He was very depressed about his health and having terrible, uncomfortable nights. Now he seems to have mostly recovered, has more energy, and is feeling much more optimistic. I feel I have to catch him on the upward rise, while he is excited about it. Otherwise I might have spaced the trips out more. He will be 76 this October. Life is not a rehearsal! Most of my old boyfriends, who were a bit older than me, are either dead, or in a nursing home. One, down in Cornwall, is still active. Two of my very best girlfriends have died. I love my cruises and they fill my whole year with pleasurable anticipation. I am just so grateful that DH is ready and willing again. <3

    I texted my yoga friend from my previous house last night, hoping to arrange a chat. Of course, haven't seen her in ages. Her dad, in his mid 90s now, is not in a good way, so she is travelling 'up North' to Durham to visit him for 8 days. Three years ago she took him on a Saga cruise! He managed to fly down to Southampton on his own! He had an absolutely wonderful time and was keen to do it again, but for her it was more a labour of love than a holiday. It sounds as if he hasn't got much longer on the earth now. I am very fond of her. She is planning to go on another long Santiago de Compostela walking trail in Spain this autumn with her small walking group. All being covid and dad well.

    Much love, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

  • grogers511
    grogers511 Posts: 477 Member
    Vicki - I’m taking melatonin at night now. I’ve done that off and on for years. Decided I would just add it to my night meds for 2 weeks to see if it’ll help. I keep a bullet journal to help me get “all the things” out of my head and into my plans. I usually do a mind sweep (or brain dump) on Sundays, then set up my plan for the week. I’m a big time note-taker and plan maker. And, I can usually get things done. I write out problems - and work out options, pros and cons. Caring for my Mom (94) here can mean major distractions. Today she had a miserable pain day and needed lots of TLC.

    Where I get overwhelmed is things like needing to protest property taxes. I don’t want to do it. I procrastinate. But, I think I’ll call someone I used before to see if she can do it for us. I’ll gladly pay someone to do it. And, our satellite receivers are old and acting up. We need to replace them. I’m thinking of trying something different. And, I’m stuck moving forward on the research and decision. And, I need to get a chair for Mom to sit and read in her room. She’s hurting her back sitting on the side of her bed. I need to move furniture around - and find a chair she would find comfortable. And, I’m not sure she’s up for a shopping trip with her aching back. Then there’s the possibility that Dad (94) will run out of money - paying for his memory care facility. It’s expensive and we like it. He’s a veteran. He should qualify for help. They don’t make that an easy process. I found a group that helps with the process. They charge $1,000 up front to get it pushed thru the VA paperwork maze. I’m stuck trying to decide. Things are piling up on my head and shoulders. Meanwhile, there’s my upcoming cataract surgery... and major dental work for 3 implants. I needed clearance from my doctor to get the cataract procedure. Called and discovered my doctor dropped my insurance without notifying me. It was one of those major SNAFUs involving a lot of different moving parts and it all came together for the perfect SNAFU storm. An hour on the phone with insurance company and I think I’m settled in with a new doctor. Hated losing my long-time nurse practitioner - but I’m sure I’ll be happy with another doctor.

    Sigh.... one step and then the next. I think I just journaled tonight’s worries onto this post. 😄 Time for sleep.
    —Ginger-in-Texas
    Vickil57 wrote: »
    Ginger--Hugs! I have the sleep issue too. I have found the melaton gummies extra help. I have also starting journaling and find that it helps me let go of things and write thru things to see how they look. Baby steps, one at a time.

  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,786 Member
    Ginger - You have such a lot to deal with. Big HUGS. <3

    Ginnie- Sorry to hear about your back. I remember when you injured it. :/ Sending healing vibes. <3
    One of DH's issues was hip/back pain that was disrupting his sleep. I think he still has it on and off, but he doesn't mention it as much now. I think he is just resigned to it. He is sleeping OK at the moment, which makes all the difference.
    Getting old sucks. :p

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • amioc
    amioc Posts: 175 Member
    Whidislander wrote: »
    Thank you Barbie, for starting May off right! Today's feast of a salad: fresh spinach, wild rice, mozzarella shredded, walnuts, black olives, half an avocado, 2 small tomatoes, and yogurt creamy dressing! Then waited an hour and had coffee with 1/2 of my apple fritter husband bought me yesterday. Opened at 12 noon, closed at 2pm. Easy peasy.
    This months goal is to slowly increase my walking distance daily. Currently its at 2 miles Monday-Thursdays. This past week was not consistent because of my covid test, and colonoscopy. Next week we have to shop on Thursday, because Friday I get #2 of the moderna shot.
    Talked to my eldest sister Pam today, and since she's at her new place in Oregon, she wants to have a family reunion July 23, 24 and 25th. We should both be cleared by then to travel. One stipulation is you have to be vaccinated. I don't think that's being unrealistic. Plus its her event, and she can make that request in my book. She said Lee and I could have the queen in the 5th wheel they have. They had bought it so they had someplace to stay as they were revamping their home. So I thought that was nice of her to offer that.💖 Lee is not thrilled about visiting my side of the family. I told him that I could just be dropped off to my middle sisters home, which is about 30 minutes from Lee's mom's house. Then its only a 1 hour and 50 minutes drive from middle sisters to eldest sisters home. Or her daughters might go. If they've been vaccinated. It all depends if middle sister gets off her butt and gets vaccinated. Presently she hasn't done any. I am a bit bummed Lee isn't interested in visiting my side, but that's his choice. I told him, he could pick me up, before we head toward the coast to visit.
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Washington

    Hi ☺️ I’m having the same jab as you on Sunday, how did you feel after? When you say you wasn’t consistent because of it is that because you ate more or did you eat less?
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    grogers511 wrote: »
    Vicki - I’m taking melatonin at night now. I’ve done that off and on for years. Decided I would just add it to my night meds for 2 weeks to see if it’ll help. I keep a bullet journal to help me get “all the things” out of my head and into my plans. I usually do a mind sweep (or brain dump) on Sundays, then set up my plan for the week. I’m a big time note-taker and plan maker. And, I can usually get things done. I write out problems - and work out options, pros and cons. Caring for my Mom (94) here can mean major distractions. Today she had a miserable pain day and needed lots of TLC.

    I have a long, long list of things I need to do. I have about 20 or 25 of those things in the Upcoming To Do section. Those are the things I'd like to complete in the next month or so.

    When I take care of one thing, I move it to the DONE list.

    I also use a Google calendar for all my appointments and meetings, and to add a time element to the things I need to do.

    I've also started hiring people to do things.


    And this ...


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  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,145 Member
    Morning ladies
    Well i must say the pollen has done me in or I have a nasty cold or a combo of both.
    I feel what my grandfather used to say like 2 cents worth of God help us.
    Went up to Trudys for dinner last night and as always we have a blast.. and i slept pretty well except for getting up to go to the restroom.
    Tracey- your DD and son in law sound like what Tom and I went through although we always had food in the house. And he controlled the money.. i got 20.00 a week and had to hand over receipts for whatever i bought including groceries..it wasnt fun I must say.. but thats over now and Elena and he can deal with it all..
    They will be going to Florida the same time im supposed to go to Nashville so will see if my friend Leah can watch him..will contact her and find out if that would work.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    edited May 2021
    grandmallie wrote: »
    Tracey- your DD and son in law sound like what Tom and I went through although we always had food in the house. And he controlled the money.. i got 20.00 a week and had to hand over receipts for whatever i bought including groceries..it wasnt fun I must say.. but thats over now and Elena and he can deal with it all..

    I would be furious if a man tried to pull a stunt like that with me!


    But then ... I've been the main earner or an equal earner most of my adult life.


    M in Oz
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,786 Member
    edited May 2021
    For you cyclists out there :D<3 , my son sent me this pic of the poster he's ordered for his birthday. I have given him most of the money towards it. It’s not an original, which cost thousands. This one was $99.

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    Nice, eh? ! :D

    I did chat to him this morning, just before they all set off for the Isle of Wight. He explained they are hiring a huge house near the beach for them and DDIL 's family of her parents, sister and brother, spouses, and another 4 children, making 7 kids in all. I said, "I hope it's a big house!" . He said " It had better be!" I'm not sure he is entirely looking forward to it. :o
    Luckily the weather is going to be lovely. :pB)

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,786 Member
    edited May 2021
    Lisa - So terribly, terribly sorry you keep going through all this. Is a referral on the cards? Maybe a fecal transplant?
    Love you loads. <3

    Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    edited May 2021
    cityjaneLondon wrote: »
    For you cyclists out there :D<3 , my son sent me this pic of the poster he's ordered for his birthday. I have given him most of the money towards it. It’s not an original, which cost thousands. This one was $99.

    yhthkdqxm38o.jpg

    Nice, eh? ! :D

    I did chat to him this morning, just before they all set off for the Isle of Wight. He explained they are hiring a huge house near the beach for them and DDIL 's family of her parents, sister and brother, spouses, and another 4 children, making 7 kids in all. I said, "I hope it's a big house!" . He said " It had better be!" I'm not sure he is entirely looking forward to it. :o
    Luckily the weather is going to be lovely. :pB)

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx

    We've got a whole series of old cycling posters ... none original for the reason you mention, but nice prints.

    That would be a good addition to the collection. Reminds me a little of Umberto Boccioni's Dynamism of a Cyclist

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    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynamism_of_a_Cyclist


    Machka in Oz
  • ginnytez
    ginnytez Posts: 1,411 Member
    Tracey-sad news regarding nephew. It is so good, despite his problems, that you see the soul underneath. Many times people just see what the drugs/alcohol do to the person and don't see the real them. It is very good he gets some involvement with his daughter. Due to my work, while I know adoptive parents are wonderful in providing forever homes, children wonder about their birth parents.

    Heather-sometimes it does feel like getting old sucks, but I still think it beats the alternatives! My DIL thinks I should hire someone to come to the house to do everything right now. I consulted Dr. Google and the majority of sources do reference not getting rid of all activities (evidently you still want to focus on strengthening the muscles, etc.). So I will take it slow-no heavy lifting etc., but modify how I handle some things for a bit.

    Yesterday the small rug cleaner I order arrived. Really need something to do large area rug. Now with back don't know about using it quite yet. Am checking it out today to see how the adding water to it is done. With it full it is probably better that I don't lift it right now-but I have to see if there are alternative means!

    Going to return a couple of things to Kohls today. Have boxes in car to go to Goodwill. Going to be a puttering around sort of day. May not get heavy cleaning done, but just focusing on sorting and shredding old papers, etc. will help tidy things up and make me feel better.

    Take care all,

    Ginny in Ohio
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,687 Member
    edited May 2021
    I'm feeling a little better.

    Wednesday night I dozed on the sofa then went to bed at about 11 pm ... and didn't get up until noon on Thursday (yes 13 hours, with about 3 quick trips to the toilet somewhere in there). I was up for a grand total of about an hour and I returned to bed to sleep till about 5 pm when I got up for dinner. Then I was back on the sofa for much of the evening and asleep in bed by midnight.

    This morning I was up about noon (yes, another 12 hours) ... then asleep on the sofa for a couple hours from about 3 pm. But I've been up since 5 pm ... so that's good! This is the longest I've been awake since I got home from work on Wednesday.

    And I'm not quite as sore. I am able to sit upright and move a little.


    M in Oz
  • kymarai
    kymarai Posts: 3,727 Member
    :)
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,786 Member
    Terri - Just a thought FYI. If you did want to take a Saga cruise, they would organise door to door transport for you, taking you to the airport, booking the flights, picking you up from the airport, and taking you to the ship. If you can fly to Southampton you could go on a departure from there. All this costs money, but makes life a whole lot easier.
    Just a thought. <3 For me, the door to door care is hugely important. I had a Portuguese river cruise booked last year. (Cancelled) They organised all the getting there.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,145 Member
    Heather: - We have 100s of cruise ships stopping in Belfast, but very few starting from here. We would love to do an Icelandic cruise, but would have to embark from one of the mainland ports. You are so lucky living on the south coast. So much choice.
    Debbie: - You did a great job on the photos. I hope everything goes to plan. Sending loving thoughts to you and your family.
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,251 Member
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  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,355 Member
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    csofled Posts: 3,022 Member
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  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,145 Member
    edited May 2021
    Heather: - We have done that in the past, but it does limit your luggage, and we had to book a hotel because of the flight times. It can be quite expensive.

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