WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2022

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  • LisaInArkansas
    LisaInArkansas Posts: 2,878 Member
    ginnytez wrote: »
    Lisa-I shudder at the idea of a whole bottle of Pepto Bismol. That just has a whole other set of issues.

    Ginny - Yeah, I know. Both my closest siblings act like their brains have been stirred by a stick sometimes. For instance, my brother (the middle one in that picture) believes that since his sixth wife is a nurse, he's a medical expert. At the moment, they live in separate houses in separate towns because they're trying to fix their marriage. Wonder who his seventh wife is going to be? B) The man is a serial marrier. Remember that picture of my three brothers? Between them, they have thirteen ex-wives. My sister also divorced her fourth husband a year ago. Honestly, with seventeen marriages (and fourteen divorces) among four people, you have to start believing it's not the fault of their respective spouses.

    Seriously, I do love my siblings dearly, but I love them even more from a distance.

    Hope you get your sinus issues sorted! I really hate that feeling. Then again, I've never found anyone who liked it. Mucinex D, with an added decongestant, works wonders with me. I do use saline spray at night in the winter to combat the dry air.

    Kim - I was very skeptical that the hamburger bun pan would work right, so I tried every possible shaping technique. Two I rolled out in a tube, then put them into the pan in a circular roll. Two I just squished with my hands, and two I rolled out flattish and put them in the pan. They all came out the same. I want to use the same pan to make a set of cinnamon rolls, see how that goes.

    Heather     - Isn't it wonderful how we continue to change as we get older? I believe I'm a much better person than I was a decade ago. I know my priorities are also incredibly different now. I like that part.

    Ah, the dryer just buzzed, a load of towels from yesterday. Will snag those out and then hop in the shower. Not sure I'm ready to drive for an hour, but we'll see. Will leave here about 8:30. Not due until 11 a.m., but after an hour's drive, I have to find the VA hospital, then find the parking garage, then find the nearest bathroom, hopefully without a catastrophic accident. I have a colitis kit in my shoulder bag. If all goes well, I don't mind getting there quite early, and will take my Kindle with. Or my crochet. Or both!

    Later y'all,
    Love,
    Lisa in AR
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Well first hurdle taken care off,poor Tracy left on tears.....Miles was fed,changed and dressed but tired.. so he pitched a fit ,but got him to sleep.
    Now for the other one.. thats a whole different story.. he is supposed to get himself up and dressed and get out the door for 7 :30 ,not stirring yet and im holding a sleeping baby.. im not going to say a word... and let him take the consequences.
  • KetoneKaren
    KetoneKaren Posts: 6,412 Member
    Lisa,

    Sending my love and support with you as you navigate to your VA appointment this morning. The first time I took my brother to an ortho app't at our university hospital, it was such a logistical challenge. I could have used a pocket angel to guide me.

    Karen in VIrginia
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    edited April 2022
    Machka9 wrote: »
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    I missed the “coworkers being half your age” topic. I used to work with a lot of people that were close enough to my girls ages that I felt old. In my job now, I’m looking at life differently. We have two residents that are 103, they both are so bright and so much fun to talk with. When someone dies at 90 now, I’ve found myself saying “they were young”. Life is all a matter of perspective.

    Tracey in Edmonton

    I missed it as well.

    Where I worked previously, my work colleagues ranged from about 10 years younger to about 10 years older. That was all right - a good mix.

    Where I am now, most are between about mid-20 and mid-30. I have always thought I was young at heart, but I don't really relate to this group. It's hard to describe - we're just in very different places and they've got an energy level I don't have.

    I am looking forward to my next position ... back to the somewhat older age range. :)


    Machka in Oz


    Found it ...
    eweadock wrote: »
    Because of the pandemic, I have not worked in person with any of my colleagues since joining the company last year. It is a remote position, and I have been quite comfortable working via video meetings (and wearing yoga pants daily). Next week we have an all-company meeting in Houston, in-person. I have a very short presentation to give in front of about 300 people, and find myself embarrassed and ashamed at the way I look. Never mind that in my early 60's, I'm likely one of the oldest employees, many are about half my age.

    Understanding that I will only act and speak comfortably if I actually AM comfortable, I found some pants that FEEL like, but don't LOOK like yoga pants. Got some new sketchers that don't look like tennis shoes, either. I think the rest of my outfit is settled, as well.

    Ellie, Albuquerque, NM


    All the best on the presentation! And you're right ... if you are comfortable, you'll be able to speak much more comfortably.

    I have a few dresses I really like and feel comfortable in. 3 in particular have been my go-to dresses when I'm assisting with training in my new job and 1 of them has turned up in a number of interviews. :smiley:

    In fact, in January, I got 2 jobs. One is a 6 month position until July and when it is complete, I go to a permanent position. I wore the 1 particular dress for both of those interviews. I just feel really comfortable in it.

    And speaking of age ... knowing that I was going to turn 55 this year was a good part of the reason why I decided to make a move out of my comfort zone and into these two jobs. I knew that if I didn't do it now, with every passing year my opportunity to make a jump like this would diminish.

    Fortunately, this first job has given me the opportunity to work from home every 3 weeks. Like you, I love working in comfy clothes. :)


    Machka in Oz

    PS. Interestingly, all three come from the same place: https://www.jacquie.com.au/shop/en/jacquie and I've got several more from there which I'll likely start wearing in winter. For the first time in my life, I've found "my" store!!
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,008 Member
    edited April 2022
    Allie: Good luck with your first day looking after Miles.
    Lisa: May you navigate you day with aplomb!
    Katla: It’s good that your family are stepping up to make life easier for you both

    Having a restful day today.

    ☘️ Terri
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,590 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,592 Member
    bananasandoranges wrote: »
    MACHKA I think younger I stayed more hour-glassy-ish (not extremely but more) It's DEFINITELY post menaupause that all goes to the middle. no doubt about it.

    I'm not sure that it's worse for me appearances wise. I didn't like the thick thighs and calves, but I know health-wise (heart-wise) middle weight is not to develop! I am way less concerned about all that at this point than in my early days. Thank goodness!

    It looks like you enjoy being hourglass- y (which is popular w the guys too right or at least some of them!) and you are right too!

    I like the way I look ... most of the time. No point hating the way you look!

    Features I like:
    I've got teensy tiny ankles - they're about the size of my husband's wrist. Even when the left one swells up, it's not huge.
    I've got slim muscular calves from all the exercise - especially the stair climbing.
    I've got heavier muscular thighs from all the exercise - especially the cycling

    I have those things even when I'm really slim. Makes finding pants that fit me difficult which is why I often wear skirts or dresses. So much easier.

    The top half changes quite a bit depending on my weight - comes and goes. I'd like to be more muscular but I'd actually have to work at that.

    bananasandoranges wrote: »
    Machka9 wrote: »
    bananasandoranges wrote: »
    hi all,

    spent about 35-40 slow on stationary bike this morning

    Wishing good day to all.

    Why slow?


    M in Oz

    I was trying to keep heart rate above 115 but I find it so effortful so now I try to keep it above 100 and often over 115.

    Cause out of boredom I watch clips or a series or movie and then I'm thinking about the movie and not the exercise!

    Better than nothing !

    I hit 125 when I'm walking! But perhaps that's my heart.

    Yep, better than nothing.


    M in Oz

  • minicooper452
    minicooper452 Posts: 644 Member
    Good luck Betsy! Baby steps. YOU GOT THIS!
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,246 Member
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  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,703 Member
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  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 4,301 Member
    My eye allergies are making it very hard to read or type. Going to ENT in a bit. Maybe he can help.

    Laters ladies!
    RvRita
  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 4,301 Member
    Speaking of glass blowing. I used to work in a glass bottle factory in my younger years. Did that for 22 years! So interesting to see how they are made. It always fascinated me even though I was there so long! The guys who worked where the glass was 2000 degrees and melted used to occasionally play with the liquid glass and make ashtrays and glass bubbles. So cool and cooling time and temp were very critical to prevent making the bottles too brittle.

    RvRita
  • Vickil57
    Vickil57 Posts: 1,882 Member
    Lisa--Your rolls look wonderful.

    Michele--My son has their TV mounted on the wall and the cable box connects to the bottom of the TV.

    Betsy--You are doing so well. Pray all goes well on your outing on your own today.

    Lisa--Good luck on your trip today. Pray you find all the places you need to and the "kit" can stay ready for another time.

    Allie--You have this with Miles, as for the boy, I agree let him get up on his own and if not then he can face the outcome. That's why they call it tough love. Been there with our boys.

    Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE where we could use some rain, any rain, just some rain. Wind blowing 50 miles an hour all day. <3
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Well all went well,Tracy only was there for orientation for a couple of hours.. tried the bottle and didnt really work and he cried himself to sleep poor guy.. but he slept for an hour and a 1/2 even after mom got home... so now she is just waiting to see what hours she will be working..
  • KJLaMore
    KJLaMore Posts: 2,847 Member
    Hey all! Happy Tuesday! Well, I woke up this morning with major sinus pain. Figures. Oh well, if we don't take the time to rest and recover; our bodies will MAKE us rest and recover. I should know this, by now. I am taking DayQuil today, but I am thinking I will have to "upgrade" to Mucinex. I was hoping to avoid the hard stuff (Mucinex) and get by with a little less med. But my sinuses just respond better to it, I guess. I can't remember who was talking about Mucinex and neti pot (Ginny maybe?). I use either a medicated nasal spray or saline spray along with Mucinex. It just kicks the infection quicker.
    I did some cooking yesterday. I made two batches of brown/wild rice blend, added garlic, green onion, ginger, soy sauce, carrots, and egg to make fried rice. Then I made a double batch of chicken soup. No noodles or chicken. Just chicken broth with carrots, garlic, and green onion. It is almost as if my body said, "Oh, chicken soup! We can get sick now!"
    Lisa - I would like to take this moment to say, "Nice buns!" B) I wonder if the ones on the left rose so high because they were in a pan that made them heat more evenly? I am not much of a bread eater; but I do like making different breads. And I love the smell of bread baking. They really look soft and lovely.
    Machka - hmmm...a body part (of mine) that I like... I like the small of my back, my shoulder/collar bone area, and well, my butt profile. lol Those areas seem to have held up nicely, as I have aged; I am sure it is due to the bending, squatting, and lifting that I do daily. My ankles have not held up well, due to weight gain and injury. Do your ankles ever come back, after weight loss?
    Allie and anyone interested in babies- There is a documentary series on Netflix called Babies. I know I have mentioned it before; but it has two seasons and is absolutely astonishing the amount of information that has been learned in the past 20 years about children under 2 years of age! For instance; breastfeeding. Did you know, that until 20 years ago doctors and scientists had NEVER done a study on breastmilk!? Babies first food, a food/process (breastfeeding) that has been around for millenia and people knew nothing about it! So much info on this in the "food" episode of season 1. But they cover movement, sleep, memory/neuro connections, language skills, etc. SO much good stuff. Really worth a look. Every time I watch it, I pick up something new; or something I can relate to a child in my life. Good stuff.

    Well, that is all that is in my brain. I think I need a nap. ttfn xoxoxo KJ (Kelly)

  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,692 Member
    Picked up Bea. Lucky again with the weather.
    While I was sitting on the bench waiting for Bea to climb the trees, I ended up in a long conversation with a woman whose kid was playing football. :D Good chat.
    Back at the house now. The two big ones have gone off to swimming, complete with flippers. We have Bea until her mum has finished with her clients, Zooming in the shed. She is going up to London to take a clinic tomorrow and must take a LFT. None to be found in the pharmacies. :o So I found one in my house and have brought it over.

    Good news. DH got an email this morning, inviting him for his second booster. He has booked it for tomorrow afternoon. Hooray! Now I feel less guilty about going up to London at the end of the month.

    Our early Sunday morning breakfast babysit has turned into an overnight. DH is at cricket until lateish, so my son is bringing them over with fish and chips, and they can watch their favourite programme. Then I have a pancake gluten free breakfast planned. 😋
    My son and DDIL are taking part in the bike ride before the marathon. On the actual route. Then they will pick them up after 9 am.

    I'm so happy about John's jab!

    Love Heather UK xxxxxx
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,789 Member
    The John Deere combine was a toy given to my boys when they were small, by my eldest sister, who worked at a John Deere dealership.👍😁
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Sitting in the line to pick up Carmine with Alfie in tow.. he loves the car rides.
  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    GINNY, I know that for me some foods definitely give me sniffles etc.
    I can eat dairy in small doses, BUT in pollen season, I really tend to avoid it. I at nothing till 4pm yesterday (poor planning) when I had a small banana and a full fat fruit yogurt. I started sniffling as I was eating the yogurt. I have experienced this many times, even with a dollop of milk in my coffee! I can manage with some cheese in the non-pollen season though! Gluten which I avoid now also gave me throat and nose stuff. And occasionally, but rarely, drinking a glass of wine also provokes similar reaction.
    You don't think it might be related to some new allergy, sensitivity or intolerance?
  • bananasandoranges
    bananasandoranges Posts: 2,410 Member
    MACHKA I agree it's good to like one's body. I'm fine with mine overall.
    Now losing is more about health. When I was younger it was more about appearance and also balanced well-being I thing.

    So I have been very tired of late. I have gained about 17 pounds in 5 years. That's about + 15% that I'm carrying around every day. I think that is what is tiring me. it's more tiring to walk around. I'm not really much more muscular... So presumably if I lose at least some of this I will be less tired. Generalists have tended to say I was not overweight since I was just at the top of average BMI, and it could be worse. no point having a complex for no reason. Now I'm at 25.5 BMI. Not easy though, as some of us have seen.

    Height
    I lost an inch more or less over the years. As a young teen I was 5 2 then went up to about 5 3 and am now back down to 5 2.
    "on average, women lose two inches of height between ages 30 and 70. By age 80, that number is three inches"

    Two inches ! by 70! that's a lot!

    I'm not crazy about that! I liked the extra inch. it brought me closer to average!
    But it's hardly the worst thing in the world. In France and also in the USA average female height is 5'4" so I was quite close to average here and I guess in the USA too, all told.

    It must be good for women who feel they are too tall. I don't think it's SO common but I had an acquaintance that was about 6 feet back in the day and was uncomfortable with that at the time.

    So losing an inch means my BMI goes up at same weight. But also I gained weight.

    Hi everyone!

    Food today
    protein cereal, Cereal-soy yogurt soy milk frozen berries
    3 dried figs
    coffee machine soup (light)

    crackers with 50g smoked salmon
    about 1 tsp butter
    miso
    frozen spinach
    1 tofu thing (maybe called a tofu burger? rather light)
    2 small/medium size apples

    Soy yogurt cereal berries seeds about 2 tsp maple syrup
    Kombucha



  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,246 Member
    Whidislander wrote: »
    Hey ladies!
    Well son sent me this. So she's feeling better. I was proud of son and daughter inlaw, weathering their first illness hiccup, its always kind of scary.
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    Regarding my middle sister she has a neuropathy issue regarding the sheaths that cover her nerves. She said with assistance, she was able to walk up the stairs to her doctors appointment. She hadn't been out of her basement in over 3 months. Being that there is only a 1/2 bath down there, it pains me to know she has no access to bathing facilities. Personally I think my niece and husband are keeping information on the low down, because if agencies are called, they will see that her care is not adequate. Then my sister will go to a facility where she can be cared for, the house repo'ed by the bank, and my niece, husband and 3 kids would be out on the street. My sister is being used, but I know she is stubborn and would not leave her house to go to a facility. Its a toxic situation all round.😢

    Well my pickle juice fest put me in a bad way, go figure. But it tasted so good! So today keeping eating simple. I made some chicken broth, will have that and some chicken and rice in it.
    Hugs to each and every one of yas!
    Pip what's with the numbers?? You ok girlie??
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa

    Don’t mean anything, just marking my spot
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,086 Member
    Well im beat.. think a little snooze is in order.
  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,703 Member
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  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Heather - I admire your change in attitude towards others with troubles. You have inspired me to pay attention to my own attitude. Am I kind? Am I fair? Thank you!
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    Lisa— I hope your appointment at the VA is positive and is fair. I hope it goes well for you. ⭐️❤️⭐️
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,692 Member
    edited April 2022
    Lisa -I am not at all chilled when it comes to f..k ups. No, not at all. They are paid to do a job. They should do it. I'm a stickler for professionalism.
    Your VA system does seem appalling. I am actually lost for words.
    Can you go higher up? Sometimes that works. We have had success with that.
    Otherwise it's just the squeaky wheel approach. Boring and time consuming.
    My condolences.

    Lots of love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx

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