WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2022
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Weird day.
My holiday is over and work begins again.
I was just about to head off to work this morning when I got an email from a coworker that included the phrase, "now that we're working from home".
Pardon?
I started sending emails to find out what was going on. Yep, most people moved to work from home over the weekend.
I went in anyway to finish a job that needed doing, and then I started going through everything paper on my desk. My last day is the 18th so I need to do some sort of transition and handover. I can do most of it via computer but I do need to clear my desk. I thought I could finish it today, but evidently I collected more than I thought so I'll be going in tomorrow too. And I might be bringing my computer and everything home to work from home for the last few days.
So that was unexpected.
M in Oz
The unexpected continues!!
I went to work today and will go tomorrow too. There's hardly anyone on the bus these days and next to no one at work so that's kind of nice.
A COVID team is supposed to take over 3 floors in our building, including my floor. They were supposed to come today but no one showed up, so they might turn up tomorrow. I've been told that if there are a lot of people and the floor becomes crowded, I'm to take my computer and go home. But if there are only a few, then it's up to me. I can stay or go, whatever I feel comfortable doing.
I'm finished sorting all the paper stuff. I've finished my last project. Tomorrow will be all about handover. I hope.
Meanwhile, I discovered that one of my prescriptions has run out at the chemist. I could have sworn I had more repeats but whatever. I decided to ring my doctor to have another script sent to the chemist. Turns out my doctor is no longer in private practice. OK. So I asked about my back-up doctor. She's taking leave from all things medical for a year. Great. I did get the script from another doctor there, but now I'm not sure what I'm going to do for a regular doctor.
@auntiebk ... I'll find out when I get there! I might have have some more unexpected news before then.
Machka in Oz2 -
Was unusually tired yesterday. Felt very "off" by the evening. Slept reasonably well, but soon realised I wasn't feeling too brilliant. Fluey. Took a LFT test first thing. Negative.
I am going to send DH off to pick up Bea on his own this afternoon. I've told my son. I'm having an official duvet day. I do get these 24/36 hour things now and then. It may be related to a flare up of my self-diagnosed Sjögren's disease. I seem to have most of the symptoms, but the intensity comes and goes. Auto immune thing.
Whatever.
Could just be a stray virus.
So, feeling a bit sorry for myself, but also pleased to have an excuse for doing nothing. Focaccia is out of the freezer and will be paired with gravadlax for lunch. Dinner is undecided.
Barbara - I did email her and her parents were not well. She is crossing oceans and worrying about them. Stress. She had been back to Longyearbyen for a visit, and the choir.
Much love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
So far this week, all I've felt like doing when I come home in the evening is colouring.
I guess that's one of my forms of "meditation".
I have heaps to do. My house is like a hurricane went through with Christmas stuff still up, stuff I'm bringing home from work, plants I want to plant in the garden etc. I'm battling a massive onslaught of emails. My To Do list is growing. Just added "Find new doctor" to the list.
But all I want to do is colour.
What colour should I colour Joy?
M in Oz10 -
Morning ladies
We have frigid temps today with wind chills -5---10 below Alfie and I are staying in ..I tried telling Carmine that today they need to bundle up,dont know if he will listen to me or not
I have decided to just leave Tracy and them all alone unless they need me until the need something..trying to figure out something to get them to welcome the little guy home.
Lisa- I had that done in the hospital for afib and it helped alot..
What my cardiologist finally did this past April is go through the groin and cautirize ( sp)some of the heart vessels and that is working very well.. I am so glad you found a good cardiologist.
I got a call from the kidney transplant team yesterday afternoon and they are going to wait until July to see how things go with my cardiologist and then we shall see where it goes from there.3 -
A slight surge in exercise over Christmas
Yes, I've actually done a couple things, other than colouring: a bit of work for my cycling club, and updating my activity here.
Machka in Oz
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Hey all! Thank you for the well wishes and advice. One of my childcare kiddos woke up sick yesterday and his mama got him tested and he tested positive. SO...this mama very kindly brought me a home covid test; mine came out negative. Just to be sure I went to a place close to my house where they have nurses doing free testing and had a test done there. That test also came out negative. It really does feel like a sinus thing. I have lost my voice, though. Very croaky. I don't feel exhausted or have the body aches any more. I felt that way Friday night. I literally crawled into bed and started crying because I was so tired and sore. But I woke up feeling fine, so I am pretty sure that was just the end of a very busy week with extra kids/stress. After a week of travel and time with my grandkids (a few nights up with baby so that my daughter could rest), then home to a full week and unexpected snow days, shoveling and extra kids; I think it is just a case of "burning the candle at both ends". It is true, if you don't take time to rest; your body will make you rest.
Machka- Joy is a bright sunshine-y yellow.
Heather- Thanks for sharing the article on the priest/church in Longyearbyen. I think of Penny often and wonder how she is settling in her new place. I am glad you are in touch with her and sorry to hear about her parents. Let her know I am sending her love and strength; healing thoughts for her parents.
Pip- Your Yogi is such a photogenic guy! Possibly, more so than Kirby!
(Don't tell Kirby; we don't want to hurt his feelings)
Allie-My heart aches for Carmine. Teen years are hard enough, having such a big change in family life at the same time is another big "earthquake" type event. I am sure Tracey, Kyle, and Miles will settle in and get a routine going. I know Carmine is a "prickly pear" teenager, and you never know what will set them off; but is it possible for you to just say, "I want you to think about what I can do to help you. I want you to think about what you need to make things better. When you know, or even if you don't know and need help figuring it out, I want you to tell me. I will do whatever I can to help you feel better." If you can't say it, cards and notes are wonderful things. I have a nephew who is struggling with similar issues and I frequently (about once a month) send him a text, card, something that is uplifting and an affirmation for him. (He lives in Florida and is estranged from his parents) He replies each time and it is nearly always with "thank you. This is just what I needed to hear right now." He has also begun to begin conversations with me (rather than me instigating them all). SO important for people to know they have value; especially if they aren't feeling it from people that they love.
Love and hugs to all who need them. I need to put some food in my body. Eggs and toast for breakfast. ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)
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☘️ Terri1
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Good morning ladies!
It is about twenty degrees here today, so cold that I will postpone groceries until tomorrow. I'm afraid my car won't start to get me back home. So that means I should write extra today because I won't have as much time tomorrow. But for some reason I'm just reluctant to sit in the chair and start. I don't know why I can be so verbose here and yet procrastinate so about that. I put time blocks in my calendar for writing, but I sit on my bed and play with my phone instead. Instead of "she wrote a novel," my obituary will say "she played a lot of solitaire." Often after I confess here, I manage to get my *kitten* in gear. So here goes. Maybe the first step is to not eat while procrastinating, and at least I've gotten better about that.
Annie in Delaware5 -
Hi Ladies,
Needing a support group and I’ve checked in to this group before and love how encouraging you all are. So I’d love to join in the conversations and be part of the give and take of encouragement.
Almost a year ago I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, scleroderma, that causes tightening of the skin and issues with internal organs. So far it hasn’t progressed a lot, but I do know when I’m having a flare up. I need to change a lot of my eating habits so that I can help control some of the symptoms, specifically inflammation.
I also really need to lose some weight. My goal is 45 pounds, but I bounce around a lot and don’t ever make any real progress.
I’m currently a seminary student (yes, at 54) and I work full-time so it doesn’t leave a lot of time for “life”. Work and school…that’s about it. Lol
Looking forward to getting to know all of you!6 -
Back to 20's today. It was a long two days in the deep freeze. Allie you have the weather now that we just had. You are right best to stay put and snuggle with Alfie.
Lisa I agree glad you found the right doctor to help you.1 -
Carol in GA2 -
Kljmore yogi is a cutie. Kirby says he doesn’t mind being compared to yogi. It’s like brad Pitt and George Clooney, how do you pick.9 -
Annie – So pleased your new year is going well.
Katla – hope your yoga class was wonderful!
Mary – I hope you and your DH are feeling better.
Tracey – Congratulations on your raise!
Allie – Glad you got your chance to meet Miles, if only for a moment, and glad the transplant folks are still on your case.
Kylia – I really enjoyed Virgin River! If you like that one, you would love Hart of Dixie, as well. I know it’s on IMDB, don’t know if you’ll find it anywhere else. Thanks for the info on your husband’s heart issues. Glad you’re feeling better and hope you’re enjoying your quiet week.
I’m trying not to be angry at my previous VA doctor for being unwilling to send me to cardio, but it’s not easy. For those who aren't aware, my VA primary doc has to request a consult with a specialist, I can't just go to one without that request. Luckily, the newer one agreed with me that I needed to do that. I'll continue pounding that drum - you must advocate for your own health and for those you love.
And oh, lord, Heather, I should not have looked up Sjögren's disease. I'm way too prone to checking symptoms these days and need to stop that.
Lazy day today - Egg's hinting that I should make a fire. Still thinking about it...
Later, y'all,
Love,
Lisa5 -
Well i was bad and went back to sleep.. i guess because i slept on a couch for 3 nights..
Kelly- thank you for giving me a little push of a note to write to Carmine I know it must be so very very hard for him,and its hard for me to try and get used to using the correct pronouns.. Yes he is one angry young person
But Kyle also has that temperment so Carmine has the predisposition for that too
It kills me to not text Tracy and know she is home and ask about the baby.. but I will hold off I know this time is for them to bond and get into a routine.. it was mich different when I had Tracy and Dan ,my husband had to work and wasnt as rigid as Kyle and I wanted to be around my parents ,I had a c section with both my kids and I think I stayed with my parents both times and i felt comforted in that..different times
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Yesterday I went to my yoga class for the first time since before Christmas. It was wonderful to spend time with longtime friends. Today I managed to get the garbage bins to the road for weekly pick-up. It was in the nick of time. Thankfully, my garbage bins have been emptied and they are back in the garage. :bigsmile:
Allie – You are a wonderful grandma. Seeing baby Miles and scooting is tactful and I’m sure the parents appreciated it. Taking Carmine to McDonalds was a good idea, even if she isn’t outwardly grateful.
Heather – I hope you are feeling better soon.
Margaret – The 20’s would be a deep freeze where we live. This morning it is 43F and raining.
Lisa – Thank goodness that you have found a good doctor through the VA. Three cheers!!! I hope things will improve for you.
Tomorrow I have an appointment with our dentist. DH will have one the next day. A neighbor recommended her & we have both been pleased with her.
Katla in rainy NW Oregon
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Lesson one - for an energy boost, turn on the radio. Why do I keep forgetting that? Classic rock always perks me up a bit. Some day I will be fit enough to dance again.
Annie in Delaware3 -
My anxiety has been really high lately but want to be positive. Kinda hard. On top of that, I feel like I have a sinus infection! Ugh!
Thank you to all that sent hugs and well wishes! I really appreciate seeing those.
On the good side, my insurance company paid for a new Fitbit! The Versa 3, it’s a smartwatch too. I have the screen looking like a Star Trek tri-corder! Lol
Looking for the good things!
RvRita in New Mexico
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☘️ Terri2
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Had two naps today, morning one and afternoon. Feeling about the same, but hoping for an improvement tomorrow. Haven't got out of my pyjamas. Did manage to provide simple food. Dinner was falafel and hummus with salad and fluffy pitta.
DH went to pick up Bea and she managed to wet herself in the park, so it was a long, slow, walk home!! Luckily Max's piano lessons have moved to Wednesday, so he tagged along for some of it and discussed re-wilding.
Bea made me a lovely Get Well card. Her writing has come along really well recently. Her drawing is amazing for her age.
DH arrived back around 6 pm. Lazy evening to come with archaeology and Midsomer Murders. Professor Alice Roberts, who presents Digging For Britain is one of my dream dinner party guests.
Hope to be back at the exercise tomorrow.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Thank you for all the nice comments avout being a good grandma..im sure trying..
I did twxt Tracy and she sent me a picture of the little guy smiling in his careseat,they took him to the pediatrician for his first appointment just to make sure he us gaining weight and he is,so he doesnt have to go back for 2 weeks..
I didnt know what to order them for a new baby gift, so i ordered what is called a shusher.. and should help him sleep.
Hopefully they like it,and I ordered Tracy nursing shirts4 -
This may ring a bell with a few of you.
I fired myself a long time ago.
Heather UK xxxxxx11 -
This came up on my Facebook feed. Athena at 8 months.💖.
Today movers here packing up sons Lego, and of course others things like bed, dresser, books. So cute, my son says its weird having strangers touch his stuff. Haha, welcome to the world of military moves son!
Watching Sumo, while mover guys have left for a lunch break.
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa
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My ex used to say that we divided the housework fifty/fifty, then I hired out my half.
There was a nugget of truth there. Not a whole chicken, but a nugget.
Annie in Delaware4 -
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Yyyy1
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Well, it worked! I had a good writing day. Yay!
Annie in Delaware5 -
grandmallie wrote: »Well i was bad and went back to sleep.. i guess because i slept on a couch for 3 nights..
Going back to sleep isn't bad. Sleep is good!
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Mary-hope you and your husband continue with healing. My son received the antibodies and he thought they really helped him. I have heard from the start that movement is very helpful with covid to keep the lungs working. They do say that Omicron doesn't seem to hit the lungs quite as hard-but who knows what variant they have?
KJ-glad you are on the mend.
Allie-I think you are being thoughtful.
Heather-hope you bounce back soon.
Made it through another day. Did make it to gym and get a workout in since I missed yesterday. I try to go Monday, Weds, Friday (no clue why-just a routine). Can't go tomorrow due to late afternoon meeting but may be able to sneak in a walk before ladies group. Thursday and Friday for gym is plan.
Dishes did not make it out of dishwasher. They are my equivalent to Kylia's clothes stuck in the washer. We all have something!
Going to get bloodwork in the morning for next week's visit with Endocrinologist at Ohio State next week. One of the tests can take up to a week to come back, and of course it is the major one we want. I will have my fill of doctors-urologist this Friday, dentist next Tuesday, endo next Wednesday. Hopefully that's it for a while.
Off to dig out lab orders for the morning, I am seriously looking at the dishwasher.
Take care all,
Ginny in Ohio4 -
Stat for the day-
walk w/family- to stores, 2hrs 45min 54sec, 56elev, 3.00ap, 84ahr, 110mhr, 8.51mi= 834c
Strava app = 1027c1
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