WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2021
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Good morning all! Happy Big Chicken Day! (one of my childcare kids said she didn't like turkey and I told her it was just a big chicken. SO...she has renamed the day. lol). It felt wonderful to wake up this morning knowing that I have four days off. Then, I got into the kitchen and realized that I have to get my house clean and start the dinner. Our oldest son sent a text YESTERDAY, letting me know that he and his girlfriend will be here for dinner and "what time are we having dinner"? lol Nothing like waiting until the last minute. Add to that, they are vegan. lol I let them know that we are having ham (we don't care for turkey); but there will be many vegan side dishes to choose from. They are welcome to bring a vegan meat sub if they would like one.
Last night, after my last kiddo went home, I was able to hop out and do a good deed for one of my childcare families. The mama posted a particularly sad post on facebook. It has been two years since her husband passed away, leaving her with a (then) six year old and a one year old. Add to that fact that she and the kids are quarantining because her oldest is covid positive and they will be spending Thansgiving, just the three of them. Kind of broke my heart. Tired and heartsick mama. So...I put a couple of bottles of wine in a gift bag for her, and put a slime kit, some activity pages, punching balls, and two packages of microwave popcorn in a gift bag for the kids. I did a drop and run on their porch and texted from the end of the driveway. I saw Alex (the little guy I care for) in the window of the house; so I turned on my dome light in the car and waved like mad! He was thrilled. Jumping on the couch and waving! lol Feels good to make people happy.
Tracey- Lovely ceramic work!
Michele- Pinocchio turned out nice! Where is he going?
Heather- Your trip sounds and looks wonderful! Because I am a product of 1970s American television; every time I think of Nottingham: "Sir Loin of Beef..."
Thought I posted this morning; but it is now 1:30 pm and I realize I haven't. I got distracted by my son and a game called Blockbuster Trivia. Love a good movie trivia game.
Kim- Calamari sounds wonderful! I would be the only one eating it if I prepared it at my home.
Karen VA- Your turkey bread arrangement is adorable! Gobble Gobble!
Allie- Hope you have a wonderful and pain free day (with maybe time for a nap)!
Pip- I am glad Yogi is recovering from his owie!
klou6- Welcome! Share a bit about yourself and sign with what you would like us to call you. Pictures of puppies are most welcome!
Rebecca- Enjoy your time with Athena and family!
Beth- Relax and stay off your leg. lol Hard words to live by, I know. I am like you and push everything. My family also sounds a lot like yours.
Well, I have a ham in the oven and just got another text from my DOS. They will NOT be here for dinner as they both (he and his girlfriend) woke up with fevers and feeling sick. Ah well, I am glad I didn't prep a lot of vegan options. I will stop by their place a bit later with a little dinner for them. A drop and run on the porch/wave from the car, so that I don't get sick kind of thing. Love my son, but don't want to catch anything. My oldest brother and his family were going to come over this weekend as well; but got a text from him this afternoon that their kids have the flu. I guess being healthy has jumped to the top of my "thankfulfor list" on this Thanksgiving Day.
ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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Oh! I had a viber chat this morning with the grandsons, Joaquin and Miguel! Miguel greeted me with "Hi Gaga!" and Joaquin told him, "No! Grandma is Abuela!" My daughter then explained to Joaquin that "abuela means grandma in Spanish and he has Abuela Maria (who is visiting them this week, so he is using the term Abuela, every day) but Gaga is Grandmere which is French for grandmother. So he has Abuela Maria and he can call me either Gaga or Grandmere LaMore." He chose Gaga. lol The boys are doing well, have colds; but 'tis the season... New grandson due in a week! Counting down!4
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Stat for the day-
Holiday walk w/family- 2hrs 50min 28sec, 197elev, 90ahr, 106mhr, 3.50ap, 10mi= 925c
Strava app = 1206c
Extra 2mile bonus walk and done in under 3hrs1 -
Lisa: Thanks Lisa. It’s not a biggy in comparison to what some of us are going through, but at my age any medical disruption take time to get over, and like you I tend to overestimate my capabilities 😂
Beth: 😍 100% weight bearing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 but don’t go too mad 😂
Sue: ((Hugs))) Take care of yourself
Heather: So pleased that your visit went well.0 -
Afternoon ladies
Ugh I cant move,but it was a lovely lovely afternoon,we went to the restaurant at just the right time as because when we were leaving it was getting busy...
The serving was huge.. and they gave us a turkey sandwich to take home,we took a nice drive down to Sea Gull beach and then downtown Hyannis.. and back here to the hotel..
We are in for the night but Doris bless her might go for a swim.they have a heated indoor pool.
Tomorrow we will take a drive up to Provincetown but we will take 6a and enjoy all the litlle towns in between, just enjoying each others company2 -
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving 🦃1
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Happy Thanksgiving Ladies!
Okie in the TX Hill Country1 -
Happy Thanksgiving to all1
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We are currently staying with our son & family. We’re having a grand time. The visit is longer than I expected, but we’ve enjoyed time with our grandson & his new baby brother.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Katla
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November: leaner/stronger/kinder than October.
Accountability:Chose well: BP
Bonus: made feast, boiled down carcass into broth, pickings into freezer for dogs.
Just one thing:
26: Try out a different radio station or TV show. Ok have been listening to KSLUG and KHUM more and KURY less.
Just skimmin’, too tired even to tote up the CI>CO for the day.
Welcome @klou6! Would you let us know what you’d like to be called and your general locale? Oh and puppy pics are always welcome
KJ, misting up at your thoughtfulness. Well done! As a child of the ‘50’s, when I see “Nottingham” I hear this: https://youtu.be/RIqM_Ku1uhc?t=20
Allie hope your pain eases so you can enjoy the rest of your trip.
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
2021: choose to be leaner/stronger/kinder NOW
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Limp, stringy, not crunchy. Note to self: do NOT buy frozen asparagus unless you plan to puree into cream of asparagus soup. :laugh: :sick: :laugh:
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
I love vegetables, but one thing I don't like is frozen asparagus. Learned the hard way. Sorry this happened to you
Michele0 -
KJ -what a wonderful thing you did for that family! Then again, it's something I've learned you would do. Pinocchio will go by the pool.
Jess made a turkey meatloaf with pasta salad and some of the corn on the cob I brought. Tried some of the sourdoughbread I brought along with the banana bread Jess made. Just had an apple.
Had to change rooms because there were tiny ants in the bathroom.
Michele in Iowa2 -
We are at our son’s house and enjoying being here. We will be here for another two weeks. It has been wonderful so far. Katla5
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Yyyyy0
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Barbie - you’re right I probably could do it after hearing the facts.
Michele - oh sorry I misunderstood. I bought siding hangers. They slide under the siding without doing any damage to it. They are sold on Amazon.
Kelly - it’s things like that that make your families just love you. Those kids will remember you for years and Mama will be so grateful.
Katla - I am so happy to hear you are having a nice long visit.
I had ceramics tonight, I am almost finished Mr and Mrs Claus. Hopefully next week.
Tracey in Edmonton6 -
Happy Thanksgiving! Had a good day with family. I am thankful for them and for allof you.
Everyone take care, Sue in WA2 -
Hope all your Thanksgivings went well. Love to you.
I was awake early this morning, searching for leggings to go with Edie's gorgeous sparkly t shirt. Found some black velvet ones with glitter! Phew!
Just a fun extra to get now for the girls. Might go up to the art shop round the corner.
No idea about Max. I will ask his mum. He might be old enough to prefer money and an extra.
I had that 'difficult' conversation with DSIL last night about Christmas presents. Unfortunately, she has already bought mine. I thanked her, but did not say I would reciprocate. DH will put together a package of edibles and potables for her and put my name alongside his.
The reason why she is so attached to present giving came out last night. She said her parents had never given them Christmas presents and her only grandmother used to give them money and then take it back!
We have decided that DH will make our favourite Hairy Bikers Lancashire Hotpot for Christmas lunch. It has black pudding and kidneys as well as the usual lamb. It will be wonderful when we come back from the beach.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Allie: Sleep well, and enjoy the rest of your trip.
Tracey: 😍 Mr &a Mrs Claus
Heather: Ah! The thorny question of Christmas gifts! It's interesting what your DDiL said. I just realised that that could be why I love getting gifts so much. However, I am not that child any longer. DH and I made a pact last night that we would not buy any gifts for each other. We have had that difficult talk with our family in the past, and mostly do small token tree presents.
Love from ☘️ Terri (up to her knees in card making materials 😂)0 -
Morning ladies
Well for me i made a late night of it ,Doris and I stayed up and watched Home Alone 1 and 2,both were cute and we got a few chuckles but on regular TV ,Oy the commercials and now with Christmas coming..oh its rediculous..
I slept ok ,not great but ok.. even thought its supposed to rain all day today we will still take our ride..and enjoy the day..,i have to find a place to put some air in my tire i think i have a sliw leak and there brand new tires grrrr1 -
I called yesterday and found that I have been dismissed from further jury service but the groups who didn't come in last week have to report on Monday so it seems that there is another trial coming up. One of the things that made me happy is that I'll be able to dance with my friend this morning, but she contacted me that she has made plans with her daughter instead. I will dance by myself. Jake may be going out with his friend to get firewood (buy some, not chop it).
I finished my sewing project (putting a pocket on Jake's new pajama pants so he can carry his pedometer). It sounded so easy to shorten the pants and use the excess fabric to make a pocket, but there was a lot of ironing, sewing, measuring, basting, pinning, etc. I'd forgotten how complex sewing was but we were both delighted at the finished product.
Barbie in NW WA4 -
Allie- See if you can find a hardware or automotive store open and get a can of that leak sealant. It will temporarily seal small leaks in your tire. Most of it you put it into your tire (through the air valve). That should get you through the rest of your trip. When you get home, take your car back to where they put the tires on. If you still have the paperwork, your tires might be under warranty. Many tire places will replace the tire with the slow leak for free. Enjoy the rest of your week! KJ3
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I am sitting beside my son and enjoying the morning. We seem to be the only ones awake so far.
I am still having challenges logging in. I’m pleased to be able to touch bases this morning.
Katla - visiting with family in Virginia1 -
Barbie – I appreciate this new month and it is almost time for December. Traveling has made staying caught up a challenge, and that is an understatement. I am NOT a seasoned traveler. The next step is December, and it is only four days away.
Katla -Enjoying the visit with our son & family in Virginia1 -
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Good morning again ,well I took a bath I love taking baths but I havent taken one since my surgery and my leg muscles are not in shape i got out of the tub but with difficulty.. will be working on that at the gym when i get home...
But boy did it feel good to soak for a little bit..
Doris is in a Dollar tree and Im out in the car waiting, next month things go up to 1.25 so it cant really be considered Dollar tree anymore..but I love to let her indulge.. anything she wants to do I want her to do..2 -
Bought the girls black art paper pads and gold and silver pens. Done!
Texted DDIL. She suggested I buy Max the boardgame Risk which he loved when he came over. Some money to go with it and an arty extra. Nearly done!
Phew!
I spent the morning on Amazon. DH and I are still doing Santa presents, so I bought him a beany Christmas hat with HO HO HO on it and LED flashing lights. Great for the beach on Christmas Day.
Stocked up on the stuff I need for the kids' Christmas Eve lunch. Going to have, for dessert, a chocolate dip for fruit with sprinkles .
Now, .......RELAX......
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx2 -
Allie--Your trip sounds wonderful. Just enjoying the time and doing what you want.
Katla--Glad you are having a great time with your family and the new baby. Looking forward to pictures.
KJ--What a speical thing you did for that family. It is good to let them know they are not alone. Someone cares.
Tracey--I love your Mr & Mrs Claus.
I am working short day today since a lot of the offices are closed so do not need 2 people. It is to be 65 today so thinking I may try and get some Christmas things put up outside. Going to downsize on what we put out so will have to go through stuff, but I want to put somethings out. I got some solar lights I want to put around a couple things so do not have to run cords. Have to work tomorrow so will be glad to have another things off my list.
Had a nice Thanksgiving supper with DD and YDS last evening. Best part was I did not have to cook or clean up.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE4 -
Spent yesterday at the Ranger’s house with his family and some other park people. It was a really nice time (but way too much eating for me!).
I was asked to be a long term sub. So for the next 3 weeks, until Christmas break I will be teaching 3rd grade. Wish me luck! This group is not well behaved; why they lost their current teacher!
RvRita in Roswell, NM11
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