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Bea - I am glad Robert is willing to go for a walk with you. My man only walks when he absolutely has to otherwise he stays home. I hope all works out November 1. I hate the unknown as well but I guess it's a part of life.
Today started out chilly but turned out sunny and beautiful. Today was rest, weigh and TOPS day. Down 1.25 lbs! Everyone was very happy with my program I presented at TOPS. It felt great succeeding at something I have always hated and look forward to doing more.0 -
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Today was a great day! Very productive in my exercise. Did all my planned sets for all my workouts. Feeling more on track. Suppose to rain on and off all week. Will change my walks to walk video as needed.0 -
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I walked a little shorter thi morning because I knew I would walk before TOPS. I always get more steps on Wednesday. I lost a pound at TOPS this morning.
On Friday, Robert is getting his hearing tested. I will get a mammogram.
A few years ago, Robert had surgery done on one ear. 2 weeks later, he had a really bad gall bladder attack. He was in hospital for a week. He was sent home for a couple days to get stronger. Then went back to hospital to get it out. After he recovered from the 2 surgeries, he had no strength. Walking from our car into Walmart left him winded. I chewed him out for being a couch potato. If he wanted to get stronger, he would have to do something about it. Use it or lose it! I suggested a mile. It took him a few weeks to get strong enough to walk that far.
That's why he will walk. He has more back issues now. That sometimes prevents him from walking a full mile. Walking is good for his back, so it's good he at least tries.1 -
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I walked a little shorter thi morning because I knew I would walk before TOPS. I always get more steps on Wednesday. I lost a pound at TOPS this morning.
On Friday, Robert is getting his hearing tested. I will get a mammogram.
A few years ago, Robert had surgery done on one ear. 2 weeks later, he had a really bad gall bladder attack. He was in hospital for a week. He was sent home for a couple days to get stronger. Then went back to hospital to get it out. After he recovered from the 2 surgeries, he had no strength. Walking from our car into Walmart left him winded. I chewed him out for being a couch potato. If he wanted to get stronger, he would have to do something about it. Use it or lose it! I suggested a mile. It took him a few weeks to get strong enough to walk that far.
That's why he will walk. He has more back issues now. That sometimes prevents him from walking a full mile. Walking is good for his back, so it's good he at least tries.
Congrats on your weight loss! Robert is very lucky to have someone who cares about him enough to tell him how it is. He is also wise to listen and do his best. I wish my family members would listen instead of answering with excuses and outdated Dr recommendations. Maybe he could try for a second walk when he has rough days with pain. He might find it easier.0 -
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Raining on and off all day. Also chilly and windy at times. Got all my workouts done by 10 am and all my steps by about 1 pm. Really enjoyed doing my walk video. I feel so light on my feet than when I started it. Calling for am rain again tomorrow so video tomorrow is a high possibility. Spent the afternoon watching movies and writing out recipes and some information from MFP blogs.0 -
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Today is our last nice day for awhile. It is the end of October and it's usually cold and rainy from now through November.
I doubt that I could get Robert out on a second walk. It was pride that got him out walking. A man thing. lol Because of that same pride, he refused to have a handicap license plate, even though he qualified because of his back.1 -
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Bea - I get the male pride thing. Lots of that in my family.
Chilly here. Need to learn to start dressing warmer for walks or continue freezing 😄. All workouts done before lunch and all steps completed shortly after lunch. Had a relaxing afternoon playing cards with Hubby.0 -
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Checking in early again today as I have learned I enjoy just chilling after dinner doing a craft. This is my new plan unless appointments get in the way. Made cabbage soup. It's so versatile.0 -
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It's cold and wet here. I have a really nice warm jacket that I wear when I walk. I check the temperature before I walk to see what I wear under it, a long sleeve or short sleeve t-shirt. Even then, most of the time it's too warm.
I'm upset with Mary's granddaughter. No matter how mature she thinks she is, she's NOT. She had some cold-like symptoms and went to see Mary and left her 8 year old son with Mary for a week. Then the next day got a covid test, which turned out positive. I called Mary's son last night to let him know what is going on. Someone has to watch out for Mary! Mary is 80 years old and does NOT need covid!
My hips was hurting most of last night. I got up at the usual time, fixed breakfast, took a couple Tylenol,and took off walking. Most of the time, I can walk off the pain within half a block or less. It didn't work this morning. It's probably the cold damp weather. So cut my walk short. When I got home I took a hot shower and put on some Salonpas with Litocaine. That helped some.
I'm writing this on my cellphone. When I do this, I can have a long message typed out, and if I turn it sideways, it goes back to the community menu, I lose the message, and I have to type the message all over again. Has that happened to you? It's really annoying!1 -
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It's cold and wet here. I have a really nice warm jacket that I wear when I walk. I check the temperature before I walk to see what I wear under it, a long sleeve or short sleeve t-shirt. Even then, most of the time it's too warm.
I'm upset with Mary's granddaughter. No matter how mature she thinks she is, she's NOT. She had some cold-like symptoms and went to see Mary and left her 8 year old son with Mary for a week. Then the next day got a covid test, which turned out positive. I called Mary's son last night to let him know what is going on. Someone has to watch out for Mary! Mary is 80 years old and does NOT need covid!
My hips was hurting most of last night. I got up at the usual time, fixed breakfast, took a couple Tylenol,and took off walking. Most of the time, I can walk off the pain within half a block or less. It didn't work this morning. It's probably the cold damp weather. So cut my walk short. When I got home I took a hot shower and put on some Salonpas with Litocaine. That helped some.
I'm writing this on my cellphone. When I do this, I can have a long message typed out, and if I turn it sideways, it goes back to the community menu, I lose the message, and I have to type the message all over again. Has that happened to you? It's really annoying!
I never check the temperature in the morning as when I have it still feels colder. Probably because I walk along the river.
Mary's granddaughter sounds like some of my family members when it comes to COVID. I am glad that Mary had you to help look out for her.
As I use my phone all the time I have never ran into that issue but then again I don't have the rotation set up on my phone.0 -
Good Afternoon Everyone! Happy Football Sunday!
Damp, chilly, gloomy day. All planned exercise was completed by early afternoon. Did crafting, decluttering and laundry.0 -
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I walked early this morning while it was still dark. Just like normal. This morning I took a beautiful picture of the moon. I showed it to several people and they were impressed. It had a ring around it. I wish I could post pictures here.
We attended church worship service and it was good. Then we ate out. Quiet afternoon at home. Robert and I started our mile walk. We walked only a block before he had to turn back. It is what it is!
Josh, Mary's son, took her to hospital to be tested. They didn't get the covid test because it's been a week since she and Hunter was exposed, which is about the same time the test results would be back. Mary was told to quarantine for a week. But Hunter can go back to school. Does that make sense? It doesn't to me.1 -
You're right Bea it doesn't make sense to send a kid to school but someone else has to quarantine. I am glad Robert countinues to do his best. Has he looked into doing exercises that will help with his pains?
Today is root canal day yippy. So I am checking in early as I am not sure how I will feel later. Will update my food challenge either tonight or tomorrow. All my exercise was done early as I did a walk video instead of going out in the cold rain. Will get more walking to and from dentist in the rain.0 -
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Only had half the root canal done yesterday. Dentist still has to put the filling into the root canal on Monday. Having a little discomfort randomly but nothing major unless I accidentally clank my teeth together. Today was rest, weigh and TOPS day. Down 0.25 lbs! Woohoo! No exercise today. Hoping to get some in tomorrow. At TOPS we had a clothes swap. I got several pieces of clothing and even a smaller winter coat. There are not many people smaller than me in our group so I was glad to see some items that fit.0 -
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Today was a great day despite the power being out for a couple hours. Did my walk in the mist this morning. All my workouts were completed before lunch and steps completed shortly after lunch. My Decluttering today was a table that has gotten out of control with stuff.0 -
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I'm here! Lately it seams like it's bedtime and I hadn't checked in here.
I walked a shorter walk than usual early this morning. Then went to TOPS and walked some more. I gained half a pound. Sigh!
I'm glad you're done with the first step of your root canal. I bet you're relieved it's over!
We have church tonight. We're watching "The Chosen". It's a good series.1 -
I slept in a little this morning, so I walked later. I did my regular walk in daylight. Still early but just a little later.
About an hour after my walk, my hip started hurting again. This unstable weather pattern we're in, is playing havoc on my hips. I'm counting down the days until I see the doctor at the Bone and Joint on Monday. I've had this appointment for over a month, with the rainy weather we're having now, my hips feel worse. That might be a good thing.0 -
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Bea half pound not bad. Maybe you have inflammation in your hips causing the gain. You've got this! I am definitely glad the first part of the root canal is done. If your hip is bothering you when you go to your appointment they may be able to figure out the problem faster.
Beautiful Fall day! Very busy and productive day. Despite being at Mom's longer than planned and wearing jeans all workouts got done. Passed that test. Next test is tomorrow. Rain, mom's appointment and shopping. I will get my workouts done no matter when I get home and how wet I am.0 -
I'm guessing the first thing they will do is take an x-ray. That will tell whether I need a hip replacement or not. Probably before I see the doctor.0
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Bea that makes complete sense. Normally here they like to not do things in an order that makes sense.
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The count down is on. Monday is the second step to complete my root canal. Raining all day. Got very wet and cold. Umbrellas are useless when windy or your hands are full LoL 😂. Mom wants to go out shopping again but it's supposed to be raining still. Depending on how much it's raining will dictate whether I am willing to go or not. Not much strength done as I did lots of carrying of heavy bags. Also my knee was bothering me. Maybe tomorrow.0 -
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Today was cloudy and cold with sprinkles on and off. Was busy with Mom again today. Always takes longer than planned and seem to just wear me out. Will try to get strength in tomorrow. My knee has been bothering me lately. Maybe I am just getting old lol
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👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!🎃
Today was cool and partly cloudy. I will take it over the rain. Went for my walks and did inclined push-ups oh and marching. No strength workout again due to my knee. Guess I should come up with workouts I can do that won't affect my knee when it's sore. Finished last minute touches for Halloween outside hoping to draw in the kids as our door isn't really visible. So far so good we have had 14 kids so far. I think Halloween being cancelled due to Covid helped get the kids out this year. Even a couple of the adults were dressed up.
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Running late as it was a very busy day between dentist and end of month errands and groceries. Knee has not been to bad which makes me happy and means maybe I can try my workouts on Thursday. My trip to the dentist was more or less uneventful. Just a touch of discomfort. Now I am feeling pressure and slight pain. Hoping I won't need to take any pain killers but have them if need be.1 -
I can't believe it has been a few days since I've been in.
Saturday, I was preparing for our church's Trunk or Treat. I was under prepared with enough for 101 kids.
On Halloween, we ended up with 182. Other people shared with what they had.
Now for the news you want. I wanted my cataracts removed. The optometrist said they weren't ready, but my vision, especially in my right eye isn't as good. So I get new lenses.
At the Bone and Joint, they did x-rays on my hips. My hips are good. He moved my legs in ways that should have hurt my hips. They didn't feel any worse that before. No hip replacement. Then he did x-rays on my lower back. That's the culprit. I have arthritis there and degeneration. There was also a little curvature. So PT and anti-inflammatory drug for now.
Somehow, I think the hips would have been better.1 -
I forgot to say.. they did do x-rays before I saw the doctor. I'm glad your dentist appointment went well.1
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Today was rest, weigh and TOPS day. Turtled 🐢. My knee is feeling better so back to strength tomorrow. My gums around the tooth are tender. Next week I get a filling fixed. Covid really did a number on my teeth. Today went way over on my calories and it would have been day 7. Oh well. Back at it tomorrow.0 -
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Today has been one of those days we could do without. Malia, our granddaughter, has been borrowing our pickup to get to and from work. She call to say she hit some freezing rain and crossed a bridge sideways. Then another pickup hi ours. Thankfully, no one was hurt. Surprisingly, there isn't a lot of damage. The insurance company wants to total it, based on the age of the pickup. It's 2004. The thing is, it was in mint condition, well taken care of, low mileage and the list goes on. We're going to fight the insurance company.
I took Mary to PT this afternoon and they happened to have a cancellation, so he worked me in.1 -
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Today was rest, weigh and TOPS day. Turtled 🐢. My knee is feeling better so back to strength tomorrow. My gums around the tooth are tender. Next week I get a filling fixed. Covid really did a number on my teeth. Today went way over on my calories and it would have been day 7. Oh well. Back at it tomorrow.
We all have bd eating days! Tomorrow is a new day!1 -
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Bea I am glad no one was hurt. I hope that the insurance company works with you more. I am glad you got some well needed PT.
Today was a great day! Lots accomplished. All workouts planned were completed. Have decided not to do squats yet even though I do enjoy the feel of doing them. Also did some decluttering, dishes, and groceries for Mom and I. Will take hers to her tomorrow when I see her.0 -
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Today was productive for exercise but not house work oh well. My exercise on busy days is more important than house work. Tomorrow I will have time for both. Took Mom to her appointment and it went really well. Got some stuff I need for making some Christmas presents. Mom expressed after seeing my hat that it would work for what she wants. Just not as frilly. So I am planning to make her a hat as well in her favorite color.0
