WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY 2021
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Happy Birthday Kirby!!1
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You know you're tired when ...
We were up early today to get my husband his Pfizer - second jab.
When we came home, I laid down for a 1 hour nap and got up 3 hours later!
Machka in Oz
Yesterday was kind of an odd day.
I had booked the morning off with carer's leave to take my husband for his vaccination and had got the OK to book the afternoon off for rec leave if I wanted ... or I could go to work if I wanted. Up to me.
I slept about 7.5 hours (restlessly) and was up earlier than usual, but even with the normal amount of sleep, I felt extra tired. We went for coffee before the vaccination but that didn't perk me up. The vaccination process went really well as usual (and I've officially had more lollipops in the past few months than I've had in a decade! haha).
We got home, and I debated about going to work but just felt so sleepy. We had lunch and watched the TDF coverage which finished at 1 pm, and my husband was ready to have a nap.
I figured I'd lie down on the sofa for half an hour or an hour because my head was so fuzzy. And I was out. I know I shifted to my back at some point because my hip hurt but I hardly woke up then. 3 hours later, I woke up because Rhody had come up onto the back of the sofa and was meowing at me. I figured that I'd been asleep a little over an hour ... reached for my phone ... and saw 4 pm!!! I had to check it twice because I couldn't believe I'd slept for 3 hours on the sofa! And I actually didn't get off the sofa for another 20 min. I was patting and talking to Rhody ... and dozing a bit ...
I can't remember the last time I took a 3-hour nap on the sofa!!
I felt bit fuzzy the rest of the day and didn't get much done. Went to bed at my normal time ... and slept 11 hours.
I slept a lot last weekend too ... now again this weekend. Just how tired am I?
Fortunately we got out for a bicycle ride today. That felt good!
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PIP ~ That is beautiful! Happy BD to Kirby!
Carol in GA1 -
Heather—Your life coach is brilliant! “Do more of what makes you happy and less of what doesn’t give you pleasure. Thank you. Just leave the check for $150 on the table when you leave.” :bigsmile:
Viv—Sorry to hear about your knee pain. I am familiar with the situation from personal experience. I did my damage years ago in a horseback riding lesson. The teacher had me posting at a trot in a large circle the same direction for an hour. My left knee took the punishment. I was considerably chubbier then. I still feel it pain in that knee. I walk, but I don’t jog. I still ride when I have a chance, but I do NOT post. I let my backside take a bit of pounding. It is sturdy enough to take a bit of pounding without any negative consequences. :ohwell: Congrats to your mom for winning cash in the lottery. :smilie:
Penny--Your photos are beautiful. You live in a wonderful place.
Allie—Your dad was lucky to have you. I think a lot of people are lonely, sometimes because they spend long hours alone. You helped fill that lonely time for your dad with your presence and kind nature. :flowerforyou: Like Peach, I think you are doing the right thing for your son. I hope he will get needed counseling, either from social services or a church with a pastor trained in counseling.
Pip-- Happy 66th birthday to Kirby! :flowerforyou:
Yesterday I went to a JOANN Fabrics & Crafts in Longview, WA and bought yarn for a baby blanket for our newest grandson who will likely be born in November. I will start knitting ASAP. :bigsmile:
Katla in Overcast NW Oregon
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Katla - So glad you have found the yarn you wanted.
You will really enjoy knitting it and anticipating the baby underneath it. I am beginning to miss my baby grandchildren. I won't have another!
I have always been good at babies, but used to be pretty useless at toddlers, until I learnt from DH and DDIL. I get on well with teenagers, as I remember how awful I was.
Writing about my teenage years in my memoir has just confirmed what a mess I was.
My son and DDIL are currently trying to choose a secondary school for Max, for September 2022. I am staying well out of it, as I have strong opinions and do not approve of any of their potential choices. Nothing I say will make any difference, so I am keeping my own counsel. They have not asked for my opinion, thank goodness. I think my son thinks much the same as me, but he has voted for a quiet life.
I have not succeeded in losing weight over the last few weeks, despite making a renewed effort. Very disappointing. I haven't put any on though! I am ready to reign in my CI a bit more to see if that will help. I haven't got a lot to lose, but I am fed up with my love handles. I'm cutting back on carbs for now.
I have faithfully tracked, as I always have, and it used to work according to plan, but I'm stuck right now. On paper I have a good deficit nearly every day. I don't add in my afternoon exercise. Bit stumped.
One good thing, I do have solid thighs!
And biceps! Just a squishy middle.
Rang an old university friend yesterday for a chat. She has been struggling with her weight over lockdown, but has recently lost 20 lbs on the Ayurvedic diet. Lots and lots of veggies and fruit.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Hi Gals,
So the conversation regarding “gift(s)” caught my attention. Gifts/gift giving is a pet peeve/hot button for me. I’ll share my personal belief, but thought I would start with the google dictionary definition
Gift
Noun
1. A thing given willingly to someone without payment; a present.
2. A natural ability or talent.
For this discussion I am only interested in definition #1.
By the way I looked up present, and most places it was defined as a gift…. So helpful LOL
I’m not quite bold enough to tell Google Dictionary (GD) that they are wrong, but they are from my point of view incomplete. Using GD I could mail one of you the bag of dog poop I collected when I did poop patrol in my back yard today and it could be called a gift. I gave it willingly and without any interest of payment. That’s wrong!
The part that is missing is giving something the receiver will delight in getting, it could be something they have mentioned wanting/needing, it could be something like time that they maybe could not put into words how much it would mean to have that time with you, it could be sharing a skill, it could be something that you saw and just reminded you of them. But it can not be something you know they do not want (ie dog poop LOL) And while none of us will gift the perfect gift each time we give a gift, it needs in my opinion to be picked when thinking of the person you are giving to, not just I need 6 gifts I’ll grab 6 ________________ (fill in the blank). I take gift giving seriously and realize most folks do not it is just another item on a to do list, but if you take the time the joy on the gift receiver’s face makes the time worth while
Smiles, Kim in Northern California
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bananasandoranges wrote: »Julie I have been on those phone calls! Heck, I have probably (most likely) been the speaker on those occasionally. The wonder of speaker phones allows you to dust, fold laundry, or do craft while (speaking/listening). I do agree with Machka that maybe he is just lonely. You made a difference in his day I am sure!
Annie I hope Teddie is feeling a little better today.
Snowflake What a wonderful plan for the weekend! GD looks so happy with her chair. Have fun!
Better get my day going....work, dinner with friends, then off to Kentucky. I guess my husband doesn't care if the house is dusty or not (not that he can see that!) Reckon that is low on the list.
Love!
Blessings!
Hugs!
Prayers!
I did put on the speaker phone quite a bit. it was quite late in the day (like 7pm) and I didn't think to do housework during the call. That would have been a good idea.
It's like the evening Zoom meetings I have with my cycling club ... I turn on the video for the first 5 min or so to wave at everyone, then turn it off, and listen while I file emails, do my nails, sort things, organise what I'm taking to work the next day, etc.
M in Oz
with just 2 of us I have to stay focused. with some big meetings where my role is minor, I do that and listen (or not) in radio mode.
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Penny, beautiful photos! My naked self is quite green with envy!😁🙃😋.
Pip, just beautiful words, that your heart, mind and soul spilled out!
Last night son was cursing up a storm in the garage. Broke off a screw, and had to drill it thru to get it out, or some such deal. I have no clue how he can work in it, lying on the cement floor over his little Chinese made scooters, that he beefs up with American parts. Of course things get torqued and stressed then break. He gets frustrated. It's no use to tell him that he needs to organize his side of the garage, actually get rid, or sell stuff he is hanging on to. Tires from other things, frames that didnt work out. What he needs is a parts garage with a raised area he can sit and be eye level to what he's working on. And also have equipment and tools that are proper for the job at hand. That will come later I suppose, when he's out of the Navy, and going to school to learn all the things wrong he's doing. Now, its other people from websites that give him pointers, and videos. Its hard to see him frustrated, but he does enjoy when things do come together. He is proud and we come out to the garage while he tells us all he's did, (that 90% I don't understand) but I point and ask questions and says it looks cool. His life is either fixing helicopters, rebuilding scooters and maintaining the one that runs, building Legos, or playing video games. In that order! I'm hoping when he retires he might finally get into an atmosphere where there are females around his world. But he is happily set in his ways.
Hugs to those that wish them! Calming thoughts to those who's dealing with things that are stressful.
💖Rebecca
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I tracked for 1st day in a while and went WAY over in calories. Had a store bought GF muffin and about 60g of alternative sugar (but not low cal) chocolate! very little movement today. very tired.2
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Teddy is much better, thank you all for listening to me worry. He is on a pain med and an antibiotic. And his sore doesn't look nearly as angry. He is moving around more too. So now to remember what else I wanted to get done today!
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Barbara - I think those glasses would work. I will have to show him when he’s done 2nd breakfast.
Heather - sometimes keeping our opinions to ourselves is the hardest thing when watching our Grandchildren be parented.
I found out last night that our youngest hopes to become pregnant in January. She will choose the time as it will be scientifically helped.
Maybe I will have another grandchild born on my birthday.
Kim - I 100% agree with you, gifts should have thought put into them. I do not buy gift cards unless it’s for something someone wants but requires sizes or for my Grandson who loves downloading games.
Michaela finished her little chair today. She designed it 100% by herself. I did her name and flower in front and helped define the lines on her rainbow. Other than that it is all hers. Of course, every artist signs their work. I am the only person in the family that doesn’t call her Micki.
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Tracey - Fabulous job and fabulous girl! She will go far!
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Allie ... is your son currently receiving any counseling help (you mention mental health concerns)? It is so much more difficult to parent adult children who are dealing with mental health issues. "Tough love" becomes even tougher ... hugs.
Margaret ... my potted zucchini is my new nemesis!! Arghh!! Some of the zucchini are making it and others are developing end rot. Everything in else in my pots is growing great though. Even harvested some jalapeño peppers today.
I harvested quite a bit of basil and mint the other night and made basil/mint pesto for use with a shrimp recipe (that the family thought would be gross and have asked for again some time) and regular basil pesto that I'll freeze as well as use in a vegetable lasagna recipe I'm eying.
Today, I made "Turkish Red Lentil Soup with Mint." The recipe author said it had dynamic flavors and a lovely mild heat ... dynamic flavors yes, mild heat no... hot, hot, hot ... and that was with me cutting down on the spices. My husband liked it though, so I froze it in small containers to enjoy when the temperatures cool down. Maybe I can dilute the spice level later to my tastes??
Kim ... gift giving is stressful to me. I try very hard to avoid giving gifts as a result and when my family asks if we can forgo gifts, I'm on board.
Hugs to all of you with work woes. My job as a housekeeper for our church has never really been difficult and my boss (the pastor) always listens to my concerns even if he doesn't agree with me.
Rebecca ... beautiful rose photo.
Machka ... caregiving is extremely stressful and fatiguing ... I don't think you'll ever catch up on sleep.
Barbara... I'm impressed with your efforts to spend time with Joe ... I find that my husband and I need to do the same. His recent retirement, coupled with our recent loss, has set us drifting a bit. Your approach makes sense to me.
Waiting for a pan of Lemon Squares to come out of the oven and then I'm heading outside to see if I can "help" with some dirt shoveling... remnants of the recent gas line excavation we had done for our pool heater. Go figure ... the pool heater's pilot lit (so our gas install is good), but now the dang heater won't fire ...
Beth near Buffalo
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Afternoon ladies
Had a lovely time with my friends,and Jen and I had a heart to heart she is going through alot right now,told her i would always be there for her.then since i was more than 1/2 way there went to see my ln laws at the cemetery and drive by there old house,stopped to talk to the next door neighbors and had a nice chat then raced home to pick Dan up for work.. he didnt say a word about what i told him yesterday so im hoping he is thinking about things..
Kim that is always my thought on gifts,When i was with Tom i always got him things I know he would like,he didnt reciprocate but thats in the past,have to pick Dan up at 70 -
Stats for the day-
Walk w/family- 1hr 42min 55sec, 3.12ap, 41elev, 82ahr, 98mhr, 5.42mi= 513c
Strava app = 657c
Zwift home spin bike- 16.40min, 370elev, 18.11amph, 130amph, 157mhr, 143aw, 61arpm, 5.03mi= 185c
Zwift app = 137c
Walk to gym- 11.01min, .52mi= 52c
Strava app = 63c
Treadmill jog- 36.23min, 5.5-6.5sp, 143ahr, 167mhr, 10.35min mi, 3.5mi= 360c
Other- 180# tire toss, 5times= 30c
Walk gym to home, scenic route- 14.07min, .70mi= 83c
Strava app = 85c
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Tracey ~ I can see that Michela (sp?) has inherited your talent! Love the chair.
Son and family came to collect the dogs. The dogs were ecstatic to see them and so was I. I warmed up home made chili and roasted hot dogs so they got a bite to eat. Then I shooed them off. LOL
Carol in GA3 -
I have spent my day knitting & enjoying it. I am working on a baby blanket for our newest unborn grandson. We plan to take it with us when we go for his birth this fall. I have knitted blankets for our daughter’s three kids and son & daughter in law’s first born. I am enjoying making one for son’s & DDIL’s up coming second baby.
Katla4 -
Happy Saturday. Well I did get to go home for 8 hours, but did not get much rest. One **** strom went through, 85 mile hour wind and hard rain. DH checked the window in the basement we have problems with and it did leak. So have the fan going on that to dry the carpet out and hoping we don't have to pull the paneling down again. Then the hospital called as a wind blew out and they were not sure who to call. So I am back at work until atleast 6pm and see what happens. Lots of water everywhere inside the hospital.
Tracey--HR knows and says they are doing what they can to find help, but people do not want to work. What great memories. It doesn't matter what something costs, the fact that we spend time with our grandchildren is what makes the lasting memories. The chair is so cute.
Barbara--I am not sure what they would do if I were to get sick. As we answer all the in coming calls for the hospital, all the alarms, call all the codes and are answering service for most of the doctors in town.
Machka--I agree sometime an listening ear means so much to someone and we are a Blessings to just let them talk. Your husband is Blessed to have you.
Peny--Beautiful pictures and I agree it is an interesting world we live in. Sounds like you zoom family call was great. With families so spread out it is a great way to keep in contact.
Kim--I usually put a lot of thought when picking out a gift. I want to give them something they want, or would enjoy and maybe something they would like but would not get for themsevles.
Girl still not back tonight, so I got someone to come in and work the 6p-6a and I will be back in the morning. Had to let the lady know last that I will not be there to do Sunday school tomorrow. I am praying they find and hire someone soon as this is just not working out for me.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND NE Where another thunderstorm is going though. Not as bad as last night some wind and heavy rain. 5 -
Blue tooth headphones, phone in pocket, and I can do housework, yardwork or take a long walk while on the phone with a friend or attending a zoom meeting with my camera off. Yes, if you want to be happy stop doing the things that make you unhappy Barbie in NW WA 2
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Pip - Kirby is lucky to have you. Such a thoughtful gift.
Snowflake - Makala is very talented.
Machka - thanks for the inspiration
Allie- you are doing the right thing. I wish I could get mine to turn a corner. I mean well it looks like she has but I've been there before only to find out no she hasn't. I'm hoping once again that she has. All mothers just want our children to grow up and be able to take care of themselves and be happy right?
Annie - so happy so see your pooch is doing better.
Kylia - You are in a tough spot. Just remember that you are worth more. You really should consider taking some time off. Do you get paid? Do you need a raise? I understand it is your DH and SIL's business so he should get some money from the business but is SIL or her family providing the same amount of effort as you? IF not then you should be compensated appropriately on top of the split of profit.
Rebecca I hope your son makes it. I come from military on both my side and my husbands side. FIL missed his promotion from captain (navy) but you know retired because like 30 years in. BIL missed his promotion also. Hope your son makes it. I feel like they are trying to make it harder to get to retirement then they used to.
Heather I used to love the tour de France but Lance Armstrong ruined it for me.
Viv - I hope they can help your mum. I find Homemade bone broth helps with my joints.
Penny -I am just so jealous. How much does a property cost in your area? Are there any rentals by the month?
Carol so glad your eye is healing well. I always dread anything to do with my eyes. I need to go get a regular checkup and I can't stand the glaucoma air puff check.
Katla - I love Joann's. My husband finally understands that collecting fabric and sewing fabric are two different hobbies. Same with seeds
Viki I hope you get some time to yourself soon. The hospital is so lucky to have such a reliable employee.
So I ate too many carbs yesterday and woke up not in ketosis. I also feel very tired today. I think that is my gallbladder and not the carbs. The scale also had a bounce up today.
I just don't know how I'm going to get back to work next week and keep up all the other things. I am having such low energy days since about May. When I go back I'll also be facing a mountain of work. I will be teaching 3 AP classes 2 of which I haven't taught before. That is going to be quite a load. I am trying to keep the stress down during my break.
I've also been running hot compared to usual. For 20 years my temp has been about 86.8 now each day it is 98.7 or so. Of course no medical professional cares about that as it is perfectly normal but I think it also maybe some of why I don't feel well. A close to 2 degree higher temp than I"m used to.
I'm back on track today and hope to feel more energetic tomorrow.
Kiz North Florida5 -
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Did the second part of Cathe Xtrain DVD then went for a walk. The plan for tomorrow is to do a Core Fusion (this is a pilates) DVD
Kylia – thank goodness you missed that deer! They can really do some bad damage. I get my honey from a man down the street from me who has hives in his backyard
Debbie – all the reviews I’ve read about the air fryer lid say that you can’t cook as much in the IP. Yet, how much do two people need? And it’s not like I’m cooking for grandchildren. Denise never comes here and won’t for a long time. Jess will soon have her career and most likely a home. But who knows where?
Terri – what is a lateral flow test?
Went to Hallmark then to the vet for some medicine. Vince wants to cut the grass later. If time permits, I’ll go to church tonight. If not...well, I’m not lectoring so if I miss, I miss. Update: we did cut it, at least I got a fair amount of steps in. Then went in the pool
Happy Birthday Kirby!
Kim – I like to give gifts that I’ve made. To me, while I’m making it I’m thinking of the person. Plus, to me it’s more sincere. Or else I like to give things that people want rather than something I think they’d like.
Anne DE – so glad to hear Teddy is doing a bit better now
Tracey – what a sweet artist
Vicki – stay safe
Think I may go for a walk then play mahjongg.
Michele NC1 -
Hello, Ladies!
It's my first week back on the wagon. I saw my cousin on Father's Day, and she suggested we team up and be serious about our weight loss goals again (in the past, we've done WW - but separately). It's so nice to have her with me - we text each other every day now, and I'm feeling like we can actually do this thing this time. She recommended that I check out Pahla B's YouTube channel and I'm trying her 5-0 method, and landed here to count calories. Hadn't given my weight a second thought in quite a while! Sooo... Anyone else got 100 to lose?
..when I weighed myself I was 25 less than I thought, so that's good. lol
Is there a group for 50+ women with a long journey ahead?
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@exermom - a lateral flow test is like a home pregnancy test. The ones we did were for Covid 19. You get the result in 30 minutes. The Uk government are providing them free at the moment.
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jaimie1757 wrote: »Hello, Ladies!
It's my first week back on the wagon. I saw my cousin on Father's Day, and she suggested we team up and be serious about our weight loss goals again (in the past, we've done WW - but separately). It's so nice to have her with me - we text each other every day now, and I'm feeling like we can actually do this thing this time. She recommended that I check out Pahla B's YouTube channel and I'm trying her 5-0 method, and landed here to count calories. Hadn't given my weight a second thought in quite a while! Sooo... Anyone else got 100 to lose? ..when I weighed myself I was 25 less than I thought, so that's good. lol
Is there a group for 50+ women with a long journey ahead?
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Sunny and warm out. Just checked on critters to make sure everybody had water. We moved them all around this weekend so the pastures get more even use. Also I watered in back where the horses were during the heat wave. Seattle area is having a record number of days without rain. I wish it would rain. I think the fire season is going to be bad this year.
Our blueberries are starting to ripen and they are going gangbusters. I think I will be freezing lots of blueberries.
Allie - Hope things work out for you and your son.
Carol - glad things went well with the eye.
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