WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2022
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Heard from my niece on Facebook (she's in Virginia) that her mom and dad are safe in Ft Charlotte which is so clos to Ft Myers and Sanibel Island. They stayed inside the car dealership building where her sister works because it was a safe large building. Hope to actually hear from them soon but know that they will not have phone service. Hope their house is still standing without too much damage.
Carol in GA5 -
Debbie: I hope your Mom's surgery goes okay. I wish her roommate could be more helpful!
Rebecca: Glad you are feeling better. Hope the MD has some ideas.
Tracey: Hope your friend's father does well with his surgery.
Sandy: Welcome. I certainly have struggled with weight since adulthood.
Katla: Hope visit is good with your DH
Grandmallie: My father loved Sanibel!
Barbie: Interesting new friend. Maybe she is lonely and doesn't realize how negative she comes across.
Carol: I hope your family is safe in Florida.
Not much new here. We are not expecting much in the way of the storm which is a good thing. I hope to visit a friend today to pick up a wedding gift for my son. Hope to get some exercise. I am craving. Starbucks coffee and might go get one!
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I've been watching Windy lately with the various hurricanes, typhoons, etc.
https://www.windy.com/?35.079,-132.750,3
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I spent time with DH at the skilled nursing facility where he has been for several weeks. I have gone to visit him when our daughter has time to take me there. DH has been doing better and I hope that he will join me in the apartment soon. DH will be able to stay here with me or return to the skilled nursing facility as needed. This flexibility is good for DH and for me.5
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Machka so sorry about the skin cancer. Sounds like you got checked just in time! Here's hoping that clearing that up will lower stress on your body and help with the other symptoms.
Annie in Delaware2 -
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OMG Allie, that pic of Ginger and Miles was just too adorable!
Oh dang, Machka, but yes... that's a good answer if you have to have that answer. Sending prayers that you'll get the follow up that you're hoping for and you've found it really, really early and you'll be able to take care of it and it will be gone and done.
The pix and video from Sanibel is just breaking my heart. We used to vacation there with my parents when we were kids. We even bought land down there YEARS ago when they thought they might retire in FL. That part of the causeway collapsed is just horrible. Just means help is going to take that much longer.
Home today watching an incredibly boring webinar ALL DAY LONG and about 90 minutes longer than my regular work day, but enternally grateful that I can do it from HOME!!! (so is Harley!)
AND tomorrow I'm taking a personal day to head south to play with some card-making friends for the weekend!!! WooHoo!!!
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN5 -
I’m in the doldrums this week. Our full-on long weekend getting DGS settled was more taxing than I expected. At least I didn’t put on any appreciable weight with all the restaurant eating.
Lanette: 🥰 those yes2next ladies. The mother is a hoot!!!
Machka: DH has to have regular twice yearly checkups for BCCs. His next one is next month. He has had a couple removed over the years, and wears sunblock out of doors year round. It’s good they diagnosed it, and you can have it checked regularly and treated. He also had his six monthly bloods done this afternoon, to check his thyroxine levels. I so glad that he takes care of his health without me having to chivvy him about it.
Karen: Sounds like a lovely birthday.
😱 OMG! That Timelapse!! Praying for all those unfortunate people in the path of the storm.
Heather: We used to get the odd field mouse at this time of the year, as DH would insist on leaving outside doors open. I must remind him that it’s that time of year!
I’m joining our local art club tonight for a demo. Looking forward to not having to organise anything.
🥳🎉 Cheers to all those celebrating.
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️Terri
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Whidislander wrote: »Another rough night. Four baths later, slept all over the house, in recliner, on couch, in bed, in bath, everywhere! Just whole abdomen tight, and the only thing that feels good was lying in hot water. Its now almost 11 am and I was able to sleep for two hours while Lee was at gym. Hadn't eaten since 2 yesterday, so at 8 am I had a cup of chicken broth, and just now after sleeping had 2 saltines. Nothing sound particularly good. Its not the flu, its not just an upset belly. I was really gurgling though at about 3 am. Its like my insides have a side ache. Called doctor and have an appointment for Thursday 1:40. This is nuts.
Rebecca
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Gallbladder? Or have you had your gallbladder removed already?
I'm amazed about the baths! When I've had gallbladder-like twinges, I've gone with a hot water bottle. Baths are way too time consuming with the scrubbing and cleaning the tub and surrounding area, waiting for the tub to fill, and the post-tub rinse shower.
M in Oz
I haven't. I will ask the doctor today. Our bath tub is in an unused bathroom that son used. I now just use it for a bath, with white and pale blue furnishings like a spa place. We never do daily showers etc in there so tile is always shiny. When I was hurting the fetal position getting my whole belly under the water helped. Plus felt good on my back. With no bath oils or bubbles I didn't even make a ring.😁
Now I need to check it because husband was in there last night!
Rebecca
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Spent the morning looking through Memory Box 2 and then had to wait in for the 'blind' man. He gave us a decent estimate, but DH is baulking as usual. I think we'll give it a miss. It's only a few months of the summer when the sun is in the west. I might buy some car window meshes, just for the sunny days. The ones I was looking at were voile Roman blinds.
Then I jumped on a bus into town to pick up my bowl. Quite pleased with it.
Also visited M&S to buy another towel in the peacock for my bathroom. Thought Edie would appreciate the matching stuff. Picked up another grey mug to match the one we bought before. We bought a pair, but when we got home we found they were different sizes. I bought the bigger size for morning tea.
Also bought the gluten free Millionaire 's Shortbreads which my son said were delicious. He can have one on Sunday when he comes to pick up the kids.
So, a good day.
I'm trying a new fish recipe tonight with baked orzo. Sort of tomatoey with feta etc. Lots of fresh spinach to go with it.
Love Heather UK xxxxxx
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Lisa I chuckled when I read your comment about mice. I put lavender and sage by our doors to deter mice. We also have mint and chives growing by our home. They do like to come in this time of year as it gets colder and their food supply is not as secure. Also any holes that are big I fill with steel wool. You do have to be careful where you put this because it will rust. I will not use poison. I do have a dog, but even so I am not comfortable having that in our home. A trap kills them quickly unlike poison which can be a nasty death. Also you do not know where the mouse died in your home with poison. You know where they are with traps. When we do get mice despite our efforts we do put out traps. We put them out at night and put them away during the day because of DrewB. A neighbor by Son's house who I would love to have watch DrewB occasionally. I will not have DrewB in her home without me because she uses poison. The bait is with the scents dogs love like peanut butter. Plus sometimes mice will move the poison around, and it will not be in the spot you left it. If they die outside other animals will eat the mice, and that can put them at risk. I am on my soap box because there are enough poisons we are exposed to already. The number of chemicals we are exposed to are growing not shrinking. I do the best I can to find other ways to solve a problem other than a chemical one. Sometimes there is not a good choice. I just try to minimize exposure when I can.
I will now get off my soapbox.4 -
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Mugging for the camera.. taken by mom the other day ..
No word on Toms place but lots of damage and homes destroyed in his park.8 -
Margaret - I do agree with you about poisons. We have a wildlife garden and the council uses no weedkiller. However, I think I draw the line at mice. They are so unnerving. We saw it again just now. You see it, then it completely vanishes ! There are a lot of options on Amazon, we just went the cheapest route. Not happy about it. I want to catch the problem early.
Can't see any obvious entry points and this is the first time we've had a problem in this house.
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Fasting today because if the doctor wants lab work I can get that out of the way today too. Shopped on empty stomach which wasn't fun. Towards the end my strength was zapped and I leaned on the cart like an old person. Not feeling well sucks. Doctors nurse called this morning and though I still have an appointment at 1:40, its with another doctor. No biggy. Its not like I really know any of them at the clinic well, there's a high transfer rate because they are changing duty stations etc.
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Rebecca - hope there is some resolution from the doctor today. One thing that has helped me sleep has been a heating pad. Sleeping on my side, I can drape it over my left side from my gut to my back, and it helps allow my colon to relax and stay out of spasm for a few hours so I can sleep. When we can sleep, we can heal...
I haven't said much because I wouldn't wish this mess I'm in on anyone. I hope your issues are easily and quickly resolved!
Thoughts are with everyone with people or property in Florida... as well as those afflicted by marauding mice. I think Egg keeps the vast majority of them out of the house... but it's still unnerving to walk into a room and see her staring under the couch at something invisible.
Love y'all,
Lisa in AR5 -
Karen--Thanks for sharing the video. This strom is terrible all over.
Machka--Glad they have found the skin cancer early and pray treatment is quick.
Feeling kind of Blah, not sure why. Eating still to much. Not giving up and going to gym after work. DH dropped me off this morning and since he gets off later than I do I have no excuse not to stop and do some newstep and hand weights.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE3 -
Well Ladies. I hopped on the scale this morning, assuming it would be depressing and boy, it sure was. Now, I have 15 pounds to lose. No wonder nothing fits me except stretchy stuff. I am a bit disgusted with myself, quite honestly.
So, I went on a 3 mile/5K walk. Knee only hurt somewhat. Did leg exercises when I got home and will start upping the protein intake. I need to aim to get 120 grams per day. That is a lot. I will have to use powders.
30 minutes after finishing all that "exercise," my knee doesn't hurt at all and I noticed only minor swelling. So, will try that again tomorrow and see what happens. I will also have to squeeze in my bicep workout today and still try to fit some work in.
I'm also really tired of drinking water. Putting lemon in it has helped a little.
Speaking of water, I listened to an interesting podcast on drinking water and if it's possible to get too much. Link is here: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1124371309
Hope everyone is doing better than I am!
Tina in CA
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Heather, I love your bowl!2
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I went for a walk in the sunshine in the neighborhood. I enjoyed the walk and the Vitamin D3. I’m looking forward to DH joining me here. He may be here in a few days. Keeping my fingers crossed that all works out well for both of us.6
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Tina here's some encouragement for you! You can do this, a little at a time. You know the steps. Slow and steady, persistence is key. One day at a time. You will be stronger and healthier!
Katla hope you are not separated for too long.
Rebecca hope you get some good info from your doctor today. And that you find some comfort.
I rode Henry today. His trot is getting better again and meanwhile my legs got weaker. He was a little slow to respond but we got there.
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Stat for the day-
Walk/slow jog w/yogi to RX n bk- 1hr 32min 35sec, 46elev, 3.86ap, 112ahr, 146mhr, 6.11mi= 633c
Strava app = 748c2 -
After and before. Guest bathroom done! That shower handle dribbled, didn’t work at all the one time we had to use it. Partial plumber and other part kirby!
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Nice shower set up Pip!
Well, my doctors appointment went well. The doctor I ended up having I had went to see last year with the same issue! He did a belly exam, which my wincing showed that in the area around my abdomen where the large intestines encircle the small, he said he could feel them full. So impacted a bit. So these first two days I am on Meta Mucil and 80 oz of water a day. Then after two days I take Mirilax to soften. I hope that gives me the relief I need. I left feeling hopeful.
My eldest sister called me saying her house had an infestation of elder box bugs! I put it in a spoiler if you are squeemish.💖 She had her house sprayed today, thank goodness. It was like that over her whole house! She mentioned that our middle sister called and wanted to video chat with her. My middle sister never offered condolences, but asked if she had a fun time at the Celebration of Life. It angered me to hear this, my middle sister has no empathy, and I sent her a message on Facebook saying that was callous of her. So middle sister is mad at me. Well I am mad at her too, so we're even.
Bought a huge $30 bag of mini Halloween candy and I will make brownies and use the candy as filler for youngest sailor son's care package. Still trying to get a response outta that kid.
Hugs ladies!
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa
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