WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JULY2022
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Carol and Kim – another shortie here – 5’1”
Well, Lexi is over the rainbow bridge and probably playing with Bonnie, Clyde, and others. To be honest, I thought it would be harder on Vince. I think I’ve sort-of prepared myself. Of course, you can never fully prepare yourself. But this was the first time she lost control of her bladder. She was walking from the kitchen into the bedroom and you could see the trail of pee. She was laying on the DVD player (one of her favorite places probably because of the vibration and also for the warmth) and she pooped on it. As I was cleaning it up, I found that she also peed and it ran down to the dresser.
Like I said, the saving grace is that she probably isn’t even aware of what she’s doing.
Michele NC
Michele - glad Lexi is over the bridge! You and Vince gave her a great life and the best care possible. Hope Vince is OK - kind of scary to hear your spouse yell "help".
Katla - sounds like a good decision. So glad the kids were there to help with the planning and get everything orchestrated. Have a safe and pleasant trip to Ilinois! Hope your DH will be flying there soon!
Lanette
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Michele: My heart hurts for you and Vince freeing another beautiful kitty over the rainbow bridge. (hugs)
Kim: I was just shopping at a thrift store today. I know the days they give 50% off to seniors and I am frequently lucky. Like Michele said, if it's not perfect, it's painless to return it to the store as a donation. With your amazing seamstress skills, can you alter something that is too long/large to make a custom garment?
Yesterday one of my former colleagues was in town from Nashville, and we met up for a tour of Red Rocks Ampitheatre and then lunch. It was great to see her. Saw myself in a photo of the two of us, and I felt sick. I'm the same weight as I was last year at this time, but it seems that extra inches have settled around my core. Ugh.
Time for a salad. Stay well friends. We can do this.
Rori
Colorado Foothills
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Carol and Kim – another shortie here – 5’1”
Well, Lexi is over the rainbow bridge and probably playing with Bonnie, Clyde, and others. To be honest, I thought it would be harder on Vince. I think I’ve sort-of prepared myself. Of course, you can never fully prepare yourself. But this was the first time she lost control of her bladder. She was walking from the kitchen into the bedroom and you could see the trail of pee. She was laying on the DVD player (one of her favorite places probably because of the vibration and also for the warmth) and she pooped on it. As I was cleaning it up, I found that she also peed and it ran down to the dresser.
Like I said, the saving grace is that she probably isn’t even aware of what she’s doing.
Michele NC2 -
Kim - I have been buying cotton type capris that are quite comfortable. Most of the one I’ve found are elastic with drawstring waist. I’m quite cheap so I do most of my shopping at Walmart or a Canadian store called Giant Tiger.
Katla - I hope you and your DH have a successful trip and healing happens fast for DH.
Michele - sorry for your loss.
There was more I wanted to comment on but can’t remember it all now. I read through after getting home from ceramics.
I started a cookie jar, it is my first glazed project. We’ll see how it turns out in a couple of weeks.
Tracey in Edmonton
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Thanks for the suggestion of the tape measure... As a seamstress I should have thought of it LOL but I guess I have been so dependent on the changing room I had not thought of it. I ended up with jeans as my go to, because other pants fit so poorly, and gardening in lighter weight pants did not give me enough protection for all the shrubs/thorns/etc. It may be time for a complete re-think. I can't imagine going to skirts though. it will be some form of pants.
the frustrated shopper in N. California
I love skirts (with leggings) because they are so comfortable.
Rarely do pants fit me comfortably ... not dress pants, not jeans.
Skirts do fit me because they just have to fit around the waist.
In my new job, everyone wears casual pants (jeans, khakis etc.) and I am struggling with that. I did wear a skirt this week with full length leggings and tall boots and no one commented so I might be able to get away with skirts now and then.
I do have a pair of stretchy thrift store jeans I use for crawling around in the garden in cool weather. Otherwise I am in shorts and a tank top out there.
And I have super stretchy jersey pants as my after work lounge around the house, pre-pyjama pants. Or if I am really comfortable in skirt and leggings, I stay in them for the evening. And shorts for summer of course.
M in Oz2 -
Catching up slowly, (up to P28)
After a scorching hot few days, it's raining today, I was going to go into to town with mum to get a few bits and go to the bank, but not sure now if we should leave it until tomorrow. To be honest, I'm feeling a bit drained so will leave it until tomorrow and hope the weather is okay for her mobility scooter.
I'm glad it's a bit cooler, but could have done without the rain although the plants etc certainly need it.
Nothing much happening with me at the moment, seem to have lost my mojo!
Take care and love to all
Viv UK6 -
Thanks for the suggestion of the tape measure... As a seamstress I should have thought of it LOL but I guess I have been so dependent on the changing room I had not thought of it. I ended up with jeans as my go to, because other pants fit so poorly, and gardening in lighter weight pants did not give me enough protection for all the shrubs/thorns/etc. It may be time for a complete re-think. I can't imagine going to skirts though. it will be some form of pants.
the frustrated shopper in N. California
I love skirts (with leggings) because they are so comfortable.
Rarely do pants fit me comfortably ... not dress pants, not jeans.
Skirts do fit me because they just have to fit around the waist.
In my new job, everyone wears casual pants (jeans, khakis etc.) and I am struggling with that. I did wear a skirt this week with full length leggings and tall boots and no one commented so I might be able to get away with skirts now and then.
I do have a pair of stretchy thrift store jeans I use for crawling around in the garden in cool weather. Otherwise I am in shorts and a tank top out there.
And I have super stretchy jersey pants as my after work lounge around the house, pre-pyjama pants. Or if I am really comfortable in skirt and leggings, I stay in them for the evening. And shorts for summer of course.
M in Oz
The first three pieces of clothing are staples in my wardrobe. I've got several pair of each.
The short ones go under shorter dresses on hot days to prevent chafing and to provide some modesty when the skirt blows up.
The 3/4 length ones go under dresses, skirts and long tunics (mid-thigh) in the spring and autumn.
The full length ones go under dresses, skirts and long tunics (mid-thigh) in the winter and are often worn with boots of some sort.
Occasionally I can find some with decorative bits. I've got the ones in the photo with the buttons. I've also got some with laces and with lace.
I also like the type in the bottom photo - 3/4 length with wide legs - as long as they're a bit stretchy. They remind me of skirts without the danger of blowing up.
I'm 5'6" with a 31" inseam - long legs, short torso.
Most "normal" pants are too short for me and aren't stretchy enough for comfort.
M in Oz1 -
Michele: (((Hugs))) You gave Lexi a good life. Hope DH has got over his fall.
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I decided this morning that I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. A renewal is called for. Like Rori, I hate feeling lumpy. So, no drinking tonight.
My legs have been aching so much at night that I can't sleep. Awake until 4 am last night. It's probably to do with my immune system going into overdrive after covid and triggering my auto immune response. My ex had a flare up of his rheumatoid arthritis and my son's psoriasis got much worse. I have mild hemochromatosis and I've self-diagnosed myself with mild Sjogren's syndrome. Of course, it could just be a reaction to the heat and pollen levels. I notice the aches most at night. Usually the acute phase wears off after a while.
Whatever it is, I am not happy!
So, as the day dawned cooler, I decided I was going to walk in to central Hove and visit the new running shop. I need a new pair of running shoes after walking all over lava fields in them in Iceland. I intend to use the refund to my credit card that Saga gave me for the change of embarkation port. DH said he would fund the difference!
So, I set off in high hopes Had to visit the huge Tesco first to use the toilets, and buy Polish sausage for my sauerkraut dish. Then found out that the running shop doesn't open until 11 am.
It was 9.15 by then.
I must say the running shop looked very intimidating with its empty space and a few tastefully displayed trainers. Very 'modern' and minimalist. It has good reviews though.
So I wandered back home again. I counted myself and hour and a half of moderate walking. The furthest I've been since covid. Lovely temperature with a cooling breeze.
So here I am, resting with a cup of coffee.
DH is home today and not bothering to go in for the last day's cricket. It's a foregone conclusion and will be over by lunchtime.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
cityjaneLondon wrote: »I decided this morning that I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. A renewal is called for. Like Rori, I hate feeling lumpy. So, no drinking tonight.
My legs have been aching so much at night that I can't sleep. Awake until 4 am last night. It's probably to do with my immune system going into overdrive after covid and triggering my auto immune response. My ex had a flare up of his rheumatoid arthritis and my son's psoriasis got much worse. I have mild hemochromatosis and I've self-diagnosed myself with mild Sjogren's syndrome. Of course, it could just be a reaction to the heat and pollen levels. I notice the aches most at night. Usually the acute phase wears off after a while.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
After my second vaccination, my glands swelled up to an immense size and all my muscles ached awfully. I stayed home for a couple days from work because I could barely move.
So it's entirely possible you're feeling something similar with the real thing.'
Give it time. I could be confused by hasn't it only been about a week?
M in Oz
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A week where I ride my bicycle every day.
A week to hike to several waterfalls.
A week where I spend most of the time in bed sleeping or reading.
A week where I play with artistic things like colouring, piano, etc.
Yep 10 weeks is a good start.
Don't worry, my new job is all right ... I'm just tired. I haven't had a decent holiday in 5 years.
M in Oz5 -
Morning ladies
Michelle- so sorry about Lexi it is so tough for us to lose our fur babies
Homer is still holding his own..
Have to go for a mammogram at 9:15 and have to get some groceries in the house.. but will see how I feel afterwards.
My dear friend Jen that lost her husband it was her oldest sons 20th birthday yesterday..very hard day for all of them.. i sent her a wind chime with a cardinal on it .
She will hang it near the hot tub..
Jay spent alot of time in a tent out in the backyard reading and enjoying nature near the end so she will sprinkle his ashes in the back yard..3 -
Michele, Sorry about Lexi. Healing thoughts for Vince.
Karen in Virginia0 -
Michele - Hope Vince is better, and hugs for Lexi's loss. It sounds like she was ready to go.
Heather - Glad to hear you pushing yourself out of the post-cruise blues. The heat is no joke, we're sweltering here as well.
Kim and those talking about clothes - I'm a shorty as well, at 5'1, and usually wear around a 12/14 size petite. I have a dozen short-sleeved, bright-colored T-shirts and a half dozen tank tops that I only wear at home when it's hot, and I keep ten of the pants shown below, which are $9.97 at my Walmart. When one wears out or fades or gets damaged, I move it to the painting/yardwork drawer and buy one new. They're called "athleisure" pants:
I also have two men's shirts that I throw over a tank top or T-shirt to run to the grocery. They come down below my butt, and make me look like I made a little effort.
Lisa in AR5 -
Michele, so sorry about Lexi. Our fur babies never stay as long as we want them to.Heather, we active people have a hard time resting long enough to feel better. I shop for clothes online by buying exactly the same thing I already have. When something has to thrown out, I buy an exact match to replace it. One in, one out. Barbie in NW WA 2 -
Heather ~ Hope you get over the gloomies soon.
Michele ~ Glad to hear that Vince is taking it so well. Do y'all have other cats? I would love to get another pup but can't until DH will agree to it.
Not happy with checking the mail today...Got a notice for jury duty!
I'm 74 and too old so will have to go to their website and apply to be eliminated. Also, got the notice that it is time to renew my car tag. My car has not even been a thousand miles this year and is over 20 yrs old. So, I will have to submit more info to get that done. I will be able to get a new tag but won't have to pay to get the emissions inspection.
Carol in Ga3 -
I'm so sorry Michele... sigh
Safe travels Katla. Enjoy your trip.
Carol, Kim, Michele – another shortie here – 5’2” too! Fortunately I sew and was raised by four professional seamstresses (mom, gram and two great-aunts) so I can alter just about anything. I don't worry too much about buying anything too long.
Carla, in MN2 -
Worked today, Vince is going to the MD later today about his leg. I’ll probably go in the pool. Have missed it!
Heather – I hope you can get some sleep soon
Washed the blanket last night since I know Lexi pooped and peed on it. Also, we’re down to one litter box. We had a few others for Lexi hoping that that would help her. It helped some. Also cleaned the floor in the sunroom (where two of the litterboxes were). Will probably clean it again later on.
Thank you everyone for your condolences about Lexi. I guess I was able to sort-of prepare for this. She wasn’t going to get better, we know that.
Carol – we had four cats. We lost Bonnie and Clyde to cancer. Lexi to, basically, old age. We still have Loki who has an anxiety disorder. We will most likely get more cats but not right now. We think introducing kittens into the house will just send Loki over the top. He doesn’t like it when someone comes and stays. Yet, he doesn’t seem to mind Jessica. Well, she’s not real loud. I know he just wishes she didn’t have that cat (shadow who doesn’t like any other cat). But oh well….. I find jury duty to be real interesting. I’d jump at the chance to be on a jury again.
Michele NC
who is off to the pool
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I've been so discouraged about my plateau and going up and down the same three pounds that I gave myself the day off yesterday. Didn't do anything drastic, just focused on the other things in my life. Today I felt better about logging my food and am about to go cycle for 30 minutes. Love reading all of your supportive messages to each other.8
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having my tea before heading over to MIL's- need to walk the dog and then help with her shower.
Then errands with dh(typical Thursday beings I am off work). Need to work in my garden but that will have to wait.
May walk with my friend in the wetlands tonight. Good hour or so and the views are amazing of the Napa river.
Power was off yesterday for a few hours- some how messed up the garage door so dh came by and fixed it. Woke up with the phone ringing at 1:30AM- PGE telling me my power was out again, get back to sleep to be woken by them an hour later- to tell me my power was back on. (this after getting to sleep sometime after midnight)
Zumba at the park was good last night- ended my day at just over 18,000 steps.
Ok, stalled long enough- have to get over to MIL's. Really looking forward to a day, just a day, where I don't have to go over there.
Debbie
Napa Valley,Ca6 -
I had an interesting text with middle sister last night. I told her about asking the Chaplain to check on Owain, or find out what his plans for further on down the year was. Staying in, next duty station, stateside or overseas again, that sort of thing. She said it just makes her livid that he treats me this way. That I need to demand from this superiors that he communicate. She asked what she could do to help. I texted back that letting me vent every so often is helping me. I said that checking in with the Chaplain is really all I can do, he's a grown adult and they can't "make" him communicate. She said that I sounded so military. (Hey guess what sister I have lived my whole adult life in this world). It just kind of proved how civilian her mindset is. That some things in this world aren't easily fixable. I have really grown in my way of looking at my sons issue. I realize that he is a good sailor, but a not so great communicator. I'm ok with that for the most part. She told me how strong I am, which was a sweet thing to say.
She also managed to sprain her other foot. She said she doesn't think its broken. Her life is one hurdle to the next, which is so sad to me. I think living in that basement is definitely taking its toll on her physically, especially with a wheelchair. 😢
Today is husband's dermatology appointment. They always spray a lot around his scalp and head, then a bunch of places on his body. He takes it all with a good nature though. When he comes back, its to the commissary. We kind of used up funds we would be using for our weekly grocery run yesterday. I sent a padded envelope of cute stickers and a card to Athena which was $4 plus overseas stamps $14. Then dollar store fun time $25 (lots of cute stickers and washi tape) and he treated me to Taco Bell. Today thankfully is just a couple of items at the commissary.👍
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Afternoon ladies, sheesh what a long day for me so far.. stopped at my daughters she had a guy come to give an estimate on heating and ac so i got Miles to sleep.. then went over for my mammogram, then grocery shopping. Ugh i used not mind at all,but now wears me out.and since the pandemic, dislike being in the stores..the new med im taking is making my tongue feel odd,not like a burning sensation but just off..no - no Covid...
So i got home and put refrigerated stuff away then ran over and got Homer out of course took Alfie,then came home and brought the rest of the stuff in.. now to rest..3 -
Michelle so sorry to hear about Lexi. I dread that day but probably dh and I will go before Riley as he is only three. My Dd said she wants him when we are gone. Glad Vine is seeing his doctor. He should tell him bout his fall.
Katla - best wishes for your travels. Prayers for your hubby as he flies to IL.
It is still over 100 today. When I checked a few minutes ago. The feels like temp was 106. You can’t do anything outside. I had to scale back our water aerobics routine as the water is too warm and we all got tired really quickly.
I am suppose to play golf at 8:30 in the morning but may decide to stay home. My beautiful garden is burning up. All the leaves are crispy.
Btw, I am also short 5’3”. Sounds like a tread here.
Suebdew in TX
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Heather I get leg pains called “Charlie horses” here and take magnesium supplements that stop it. I also have a magnesium roll on if I need
It. May help.
Height I was 5 foot 5 inches. For many years. When I turned 50 I started shrinking. Now at 66 I’m down to 5’ 3”. My mom shrunk almost 6 inches in her life.
Clothes my favorites are jeans and tee shirts, shorts and tank tops or tees. Sweatshirts in winter. I have 1 dress for special occasions and 1 for formal which only have been worn 1 or 2 times (a wedding and a funeral).
Went swimming yesterday, always relaxing. Was finally able to breathe properly all night so slept well but still feel sleepy. Recovering well.
New psych meds are helping but I think is part of my sleepiness. Also acting as a weight loss pill so double the work! Lol
Funny story, I went through my Facebook account and deleted people and groups and updated my location. FB then posted that I moved to Roswell. I’ve been here for 5 years now! Lol. Several people, including my son thought I was moving.
RvRita in NM8 -
Rita great job on updating/cleaning up fb1
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Heather--Sending hugs. The heat does me in also. I could not make it without air conditioning. Today and next several days the are expecting 100 plus. I hate summer and so looking forward to Fall.
Michele--So sorry about Lexi. Just know you gave her a good life. What is it with our DH's falling. Mine did at church this last Sunday. Did a number on his arm, hand, and leg. He told me he needs to learn to tuck and roll. This is his 3rd fall in just over a month. He went to the doctor the last time and all he said was he didn't break anything and was breathing ok. Hope Vince is feeling better and not so sore anymore.
Add me to the short list. I am 5-2 and getting shorter every year it seems. My grandma and Aunts on my dad's side were only just over 4 foot when they passed. Think I am taking after them. My DGC love having pictures taken with me once they are taller.At my tallest I was 5-5.
Allie--Sorry to hear about your friend losing her DH.
Rebecca--Sending hugs. I know it is hard when our children grow up, but to not text or call in this long is just wrong. I do hope you hear something soon. I do know from expereince that the longer it goes on the harder it is to make the call.
Been a strange day at work and something happened that really upset me. We charge phones for patients and this one came down and when it was done charging and came on was a very nasty picture on the screen. He is a middle aged man and I swear it was a minor. So turned it over to security. Now I just feel ill.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE 7 -
Clothes ... I dread clothes shopping. So when I find something that I like I buy multiples ... if it's a top, different colors. I'm 5'8, long legs and very short torso ... so it's a challenge. I have done online shopping and only use sites that make the return process easy. Now that I'm retired, I really don't have need for much, but I do like to have nicer things for church. I no longer wear skirts/dresses, but always have dressy slacks on hand.
Michelle ... hope Vince is ok ... and sorry for the loss of Loki...
Katla ... I am praying for you and your husband as you make significant changes. It's not easy and you can expect to have difficult moments, but it sounds like your family only has your best interest at heart.
Rebecca ... I'm saddened every time you write that the youngest son has not reached out to you. You handle it extremely well, but someday he is going to regret lost opportunities.
I have spent the past few days hedge and shrub trimming our yard. Last summer my guys just gave up after I broke my leg and everything was overgrown. Still have a lot to do, but the things look neater. The weeds are finally under control and beds are ready for mulch ... a little late ... but who cares. Working on how to hide a really dumb spot in the front yard where the septic tank sits... it's too high (and can't be lowered) and every summer the grass dies over top of it in a perfect rectangle. I'm considering reshaping the front landscaping beds to incorporate the tank and then just cover with mulch.
Beth near Buffalo
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