WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2022

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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,745 Member
    Saturday

    My husband vacuumed downstairs (under the house) and I vacuumed upstairs (main living area).

    My husband has been reorganising the exercise equipment downstairs so that is a bit easier to use. I think we're all set up for winter now. I'm pleased and have walked briskly on the treadmill for about 40-45 minutes the last couple days.

    I've been chipping away at tidying the main living area and in particular, trying to clear walkways.

    And I've been working my cycling club stuff.


    Rain - We haven't been able to do anything outside the last couple days ... in total we've reached about 110 mm of rain in about 2.5 days. Everything is soggy!

    Staying Home - if it were up to me, I'd stay home most of the time. I am quite happy not going shopping and not going into the city.

    However, it's not up to me. Still, ordering groceries and having them delivered reduces my need to be out and about. And these last 2 very rainy days have been lovely. The police etc. issued a recommendation not to drive unless absolutely necessary because of water over roads, falling trees, bits and pieces blowing about (it has been really windy too), etc. I've been more than happy to comply!

    Masks - we're required to wear them on public transportation, in pharmacies, and in medical settings. So I still wear a mask when I'm out.

    Railings - we've been visiting tip shops to find railings for our footpaths outside and have found a few for low dollars. We'd like one more but haven't found the right one yet. Once we've got what we want or close to it, our son has offered to come and help install them.

    Lights - we might need to install another solar footpath light to make our footpath safer as we trek downstairs to exercise. Do you have lights to mark your footpaths and especially your stairs?

    Music - I've been collecting nature music: Dolphin Dance, Echoes of the Humpbacks, Tropical Tradewinds, and so on. It goes nicely with the sounds in my tinnitus apps and is very relaxing. Good to listen to late in the evening when I'm winding down for the day.


    Hugs to those going through things.
    Well done to those making accomplishments.


    Machka in Oz
  • auntiebk
    auntiebk Posts: 2,630 Member
    edited May 2022
    Accountability:
    Chose well: Joe, readings, BP, CI<CO.
    Bonus: PT appt, post office, library, Freddie’s, 2 sets PT.
    Just one thing: back to bupkes
    Workin’ on it: 141.1, H20x4, active 3:07
    Meaningful May
    7: Make a list of what matters most to you, and why: Joe, dogs, physical and mental health, social and spiritual connections.

    Could not make myself do last set of PT exercises last night, tired, sore, achy from PT session. Red wine also a factor.
    Today’s first set done and dusted. New day.

    Rebecca your middle son is one lucky guy!!!
    Rori so good to see your smiling face. Brava for building helmet tolerance. Baby steps.
    Michele you ARE a success!
    Annie, great motiviating suggestion to Katla about the handrail.
    Lisa letters as coping with grief mechanism, brilliant!
    Machka thanks for the stay on your feet page. One of the things I hate most about ageing is the fear of falling.
    Ginny prayers for your friend and her healthcare professionals. Hope you find not just the black, brown and navy pair but a grey or cream for summer too!
    Allie take it easy, let those bruises and aches heal, no need to knock yourself out working on your place. ((hugs))
    Katla do I hear poignancy in your “we love our home…” Are you contemplating a move to a one level?
    :heart:

    Joe’s invited me to Crissey Field with the dogs, despite the rain. Time to gear up! ;)

    Lighter, lovelies!
    Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
    2022: Be still and listen.
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,745 Member
    ginnytez wrote: »
    On going foot saga:
    Driving to specialty shoe store about 45 minutes away to try for some work/dressier shoes that orthotics will fit in. I am prepared to spend money. My feet are really beginning to feel so much better. I will then sort out my old shoes. I have quite a few pairs from trying different brands and styles to see if they would help. I am hoping for a black pair and a brown pair (a navy would be nice). I won’t have the variety I have had in the past but I am more focused on walking with no/minimal pain and not fashion at my age!

    Take care all,

    Ginny in Ohio

    I am also dealing with foot issues. I have fairly advanced arthritis in my right foot, but also less advanced in my left foot.

    I have orthotics and carbon fibre insoles to keep the soles of my shoes stiff.
    I'm to wear stiff-soled shoes most of the time however, my Hoka running shoes have also been approved.

    I wear the orthotics in a pair of hiking/walking shoes and Hoka running shoes on the way to and from work most of the time.
    I need to find those carbon fibre insoles again to put them into one of the other pair of shoes I wear fairly frequently.


    Now, about 3 or 4 weeks ago, my right foot has decided it's going to do something interesting. The top of the foot is really, really painful. If I tie my shoes at all tightish, I'm in agony. Even moving my foot or taking my shoes off is very painful. Weird.


    M in Oz
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,745 Member
    Katla49 wrote: »
    Thanks for moral support. DH slept downstairs last night. Climbing stairs is a big challenge. I just checked on him. He is now snuggled in quilts. As to stairs, we installed sturdy stair rails on both sides of the stairs long ago. He hasn’t fallen inside the house but has tripped outside in the parking area. I’ve tripped there, too. I want a stair rail outside in the parking area, too. We had 2 rails installed on our deck stairs long ago.

    We both love our home & the views of the river.

    Katla

    Have your children suggested moving to a place that is easier to negotiate and take care of?

    It is definitely a consideration as we age.

    My husband and I have discussed it and the next place we move will be one level with a small flat yard. And if possible, it will be fitted with grab bars in the bathroom.

    Friends of ours moved from their home in the hills into a one-level place they had built in the city close to conveniences. Their place is nice and they've had the bathroom done so that someone in a wheelchair could use it. Good idea! I'd be tempted to renovate and do that in a bathroom in any house we bought.

    I like the house we're in and we're OK right now, but we are definitely considering options because this is not a house and yard we could age in ... despite the great view. :)


    Machka in Oz
  • minicooper452
    minicooper452 Posts: 660 Member
    Allie, so glad Miles is okay and you're able to cure your aches with Tylenol.

    The day is looking amazing here! Can't wait for the game tonight!!! GO VIXEN!!!
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  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,208 Member
    edited May 2022

    Michele: Congrats to Jess. I would have cried, too!
    Rebecca: OMG! So alike!
    Tracey: You use tools to emboss and perforate special transparent vellum paper. I would post a pic only MFP is being difficult at the minute. I'm using DH's tablet so will take a photo of a finished piece and try and post it.
    Machka: What a good looking couple. I love those hairstyles.
    Betsy: (((hugs))) You were right to get the extra jab. No point in taking chances with your sister's health. Have a great time.
    Heather: Sounds like you had a cracker anniversary. 😍 Max's birthday pic/cake.
    Allie: Delighted that Miles sufferedno ill effects. Now, rest up, my dear friend.
    Lanette: Had my first cut of the lettuce for lunch. Tasty!!!
    Katla: Hoping your DH is okay after his fall. It can be so unsettling when that happens.
    Debbie: now that I’m keeping my hair longer, it looks like masses come out when I brush. I used to wash it every day when I was younger, but my hairdresser advised twice a week at most. I wash it on Sunday mornings. It’s naturally curly, so no more work than when it was short. I put it up in a twist when it’s wet, and let it down at bedtime.

    Collected my new glasses, and what a difference! Did some light gardening after lunch. Just chilling with a coffee now.

    😃☘ Terri


  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    We don’t plan to switch to a one level home. We’re well established here, we like our neighbors, and have a wonderful view.

    That said, we plan to look at possible trip hazards. Over the years we’ve made grab rails inside and outside. We’re looking at the possibility of a chair elevator that can seat someone going up or down the stairs.
  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,186 Member
    Sending my love to Yogi.. love that boy.. All will be well... i am doing a little at a time ,so as to not wear myself out..
  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,712 Member
    So glad to hear the great news on
    Miles!
    Yogi !
  • Anniesquats100
    Anniesquats100 Posts: 3,306 Member
    Terri how beautiful!

    I had one piece of my mother's chocolate so far. That much I can fit under my calories. If I can keep it at one piece.

    Still a gloomy rainy day here.

    Annie in Delaware
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,684 Member
    TERRI ~ The parchment art cards are beautiful!

    Carol in GA
  • Anniesquats100
    Anniesquats100 Posts: 3,306 Member
    Pip all our love to Yogi. Hope he is comfortable, and his mouth can be fixed. Glad it is a non spreading type, and good job for you catching it early!

    Annie in Delaware
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,966 Member
    auntiebk wrote: »
    Accountability:
    Chose well: Joe, readings, BP, CI<CO.
    Bonus: PT appt, post office, library, Freddie’s, 2 sets PT.
    Just one thing: back to bupkes
    Workin’ on it: 141.1, H20x4, active 3:07
    Meaningful May
    7: Make a list of what matters most to you, and why: Joe, dogs, physical and mental health, social and spiritual connections.

    Could not make myself do last set of PT exercises last night, tired, sore, achy from PT session. Red wine also a factor.
    Today’s first set done and dusted. New day.

    Rebecca your middle son is one lucky guy!!!
    Rori so good to see your smiling face. Brava for building helmet tolerance. Baby steps.
    Michele you ARE a success!
    Annie, great motiviating suggestion to Katla about the handrail.
    Lisa letters as coping with grief mechanism, brilliant!
    Machka thanks for the stay on your feet page. One of the things I hate most about ageing is the fear of falling.
    Ginny prayers for your friend and her healthcare professionals. Hope you find not just the black, brown and navy pair but a grey or cream for summer too!
    Allie take it easy, let those bruises and aches heal, no need to knock yourself out working on your place. ((hugs))
    Katla do I hear poignancy in your “we love our home…” Are you contemplating a move to a one level?
    :heart:

    Joe’s invited me to Crissey Field with the dogs, despite the rain. Time to gear up! ;)

    Lighter, lovelies!
    Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
    2022: Be still and listen.
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    Awe, he knows it! His first girlfriend, his first love, his first everything. She has him wrapped around her little finger😁👍! She's taking Athena to Disneyland with her mother, and I told son if he had talked to her about a daily budget. I told him they shouldn't have to remember this first trip as the trip they went in the hole financially. He said, "that's what her mom and aunt are for, to buy her stuff"! Lol! She is kind of a high maintenance gal, her hair and beauty products really expensive, but probably not as bad as generally speaking. I am just really no maintenance, so any shampoo that's over a $1 is high.🙃😁
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,684 Member
    Rebecca ~ She is beautiful in the photograph you posted today. Yes, she and little one have the same expression... :)
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    edited May 2022
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  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,828 Member
    edited May 2022
    I'm at the grandkids' house, babysitting while the parents are up in London at a Barmitzvah. I hope they won't be too late back.
    Cooked sausages for dinner for the kids, but I think my son forgot we needed to eat!!!
    I ordered fish and chips from Ubereats and had a 50% off voucher. Delicious. AF beer.
    Now to get the kids bathed and into pyjamas, before the older ones watch Britain's Got Talent. Bea will have to go to bed before that.

    All good. Edie had her Festival Children's Parade this morning. We didn't go to it, but my son sent us pics.
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    I'm going to copy my Amazon photos for her school project. I went in 2001.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxx
  • sh0tzz99
    sh0tzz99 Posts: 981 Member
    KetoneKaren wrote: »
    Pip, Thanks for the Yogi update. I hope he does as well as his mother has done.

    Vicki, Did you see this amazing FB photo taken in Nebraska just before the big storm recently?

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    Karen in Virginia

    That is a wonderful photo. I miss spring in the midwest. There really is nothing like it that I have experienced.

    Tina in CA
  • sh0tzz99
    sh0tzz99 Posts: 981 Member
    edited May 2022
    cityjaneLondon wrote: »

    All good. Edie had her Festival Children's Parade this morning. We didn't go to it, but my son sent us pics.
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    I'm going to copy my Amazon photos for her school project. I went in 2001.

    Love Heather UK xxxxxx

    The Amazon was one of the most amazing trips of my life. If she needs more photos, I can send some from last year. Such an incredible place.

    Tina in CA
  • Katla49
    Katla49 Posts: 10,385 Member
    edited May 2022
    We’re not contemplating moving into a one level home. We are contemplating adding chairlift that can go up & down on one side of the stairs. We’re not sure about $$$, or practicality. We love where we live.
  • TerriRichardson112
    TerriRichardson112 Posts: 19,208 Member
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  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,966 Member
    Carol, She had just gotten her hair cut, colored and styled.👍. I had texted my son about how beautiful it was, and he said he had shaved his head. His haircuts are free so I guess she can get treated now and then.👍.
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,092 Member
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