WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2022
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It's a strange thing, but the news is full of snow and ice affecting everywhere, especially the South East.
Schools, airports, roads etc closed. We woke up this morning to no frost and no snow. The South Downs are just to the north of us and have protected us from the north east wind. The sea has kept us warm. (The South Downs are hills, and are a National Park) I'm not complaining, especially as we have to walk to the school and back later.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
Instagram post made me chuckle.
Love Heather UK xxxxxx10 -
Good morning ladies!
Barbara - I had to smile at your description of Joe not liking Christmas. It was that way with my DH for the last decade or so of his life. I dreaded that time of year because he would get so depressed - perhaps some S.A.D.?
Christmas thoughts (religious, feel free to skip.)But, on the positive side, it made me realize Christmas was a date someone put on the calendar. To me (not pushing religion on anyone) the celebration of Christ's birth was something I could celebrate every day of the year. So why pin hopes of tidings and good cheer on that day or that week? I naturally had the "Christmas spirit" in the spring when the birds were singing, flowers blooming, earth waking up. Why not?
DH and I couldn't recapture the Christmases we had as children, with all that family around. Grandmothers who lived next door or within a mile of our homes cooking special dishes for days. Back then it was all about food and presents. And we loved to reminisce.
As a "senior", the Christmas season is much more special now. No longer about food and getting stuff. Gratitude abounds. Fa la la la la, la la la la!
Karen in VA - you've been a caregiver, in a sense, all of your life, and you've been exceptional because you love it. Glad things got worked out with your brother. How did you and he end up in Virginia if I may ask? (Can't remember where your other brother is living.)
A brief story about how we came to WA State:DH and his buddy were from the Midwest and ended up on the west coast and enlisted in the Marines in Seattle in 1967 or thereabouts. They had bummed around, ran out of money, decided they wanted to see the world and experience life, so became the property of Uncle Sam and learned about SE Asia.
Fast forward ten years. DH was out of the Marines and we were married, decided our destiny was to not live in Indiana for the rest of our lives. He said "why not Seattle?" So we packed up like the Beverly Hillbillies and came out west. And talk about a coincidence. The first job he got when we pulled into town was as a teacher in Seattle.... the private school was at the exact location/building where the Marine Corps enlistment office was where he signed up a decade earlier. The first of many, many serendipitous events in our life together.
Karen in OR - Wow, great snowman.Now that really takes me back to my childhood in Indiana. Will your snow stick around most of the winter?
Machka- I really appreciate all of your posts. Wish I'd have run across similar ten years ago when I was still working, but what do they say - something about when you're ready the teacher appears? Ten years ago I probably wouldn't have been ready for the teacher.
When I was starting the fire this morning, I sat in front of the wood stove for several minutes and tossed Rosie's toys to her. She was so happy, and it was like each dirty and raggedy stuffed toy was something new to be chased and squeaked.
She has taught me a lot about finding joy in the simple things each day.
And I decided I need to apologize to many of the old people who I used to pity when I was younger. The "poor Aunt Thelma, sitting there all day talking to her dog and throwing toys. What a sad and lonely life for her" idea.
I gotta tell ya, the pleasure and contentment and gratitude I feel just doing simple things like playing with the dog is immeasurable. Don't think I'd trade it for being 30 again and chasing after the "best job" or the "perfect body".
Better get crackin. Want to get in a speedwalk then head to town later this morning.
Make it a wonderful week, ladies. Terri and others with various bugs - hope the illnesses are mild and short-lived.
Lanette
SW WA State
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I slept for nearly ten hours last night, and seven of them were straight through - it was flippin' glorious. Well, except for my back stiffening up from not being used to it...
As always, Corey's radar where I'm concerned kicked in and he called me about ten minutes after I got up to check on me. Makes me feel very loved... My DD called just a bit ago, too. She and her new hubby went to the Bridgerton Ball on Saturday night (the Army basically says "you will go, and it's $35 a ticket, and it's for charity." Same messaging as "You, you and you just volunteered." ) They either had to go in full dress blues, formal wear or Bridgerton costume.
When she picked up the kids yesterday, Levi was in bad shape--the grandparents have three dogs (in a two-bedroom apartment) and he's allergic, plus he still wasn't completely over the flu when his dad picked him up to spend the weekend with them. The cough is really bad now. Hopefully he's doing better by this Friday, but if he's not, I told her not to come down, just everyone stay home and rest and recuperate.
Terri - I'm sorry Covid caught up to you, hope it's very light and you're back on your feet quickly. Same for everyone who's under the weather...
Rested and ready to do something, just haven't figured out what quite yet...
Love,
Lisa in AR
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Grateful:1 What is something that makes you laugh? My two dogs, Wicket and Brownie every day the do something to make me laugh.12 Something you don’t need anymore. A big house
2 Something about the current season you’re grateful for. The Christmas spirit making people nicer at this time of year.
3 What about your body do you love/are you grateful for? My hair. It is white, pretty full with lots of body. Hairdressers always comment on how they like to work with my hair. Growing it out this winter. We will see how long I leave once the heat comes back!
4 Who is someone in your life that you’re grateful for? My children and grandchildren.
5 What is a book that changed your life? The Blooming of a Lotus by Thich Nhat Hann
6 Think about something you’re good at. Customer service.
7 What is a lesson you’re grateful you learned? To forgive myself.
8 A basic need that has been met. My housing at the campground. Free for hosting
9 What are you most grateful for in the city/town where you live? The blue skies and 300 days of sun!
10 What rejection in your life are you most grateful for? Losing my job at the print shop. It allowed me to take early retirement, buy this camper after selling my house and travel!
11 Something you use every day. My phone. I know I know, but like others, everything is on it!13 Refuge – space you love in your home
14 Item of clothing
15 Taste
16 Touch
17 Smell
18 Sound
19 Sight
20 Texture
21 Color
22 A song that makes you happy.
23 Type of weather you love.
24 Professional who helps you.
25 Something you take for granted.
26 A TV show that you look forward to watching.
27 A movie you watch over and over.
28 An opportunity you’re grateful you had.
29 A place you love to visit.
30 A tool you find incredibly useful.
31 A daily habit you’re happy you’ve cultivated.
Kindness Calendar:December 1. “Spread kindness and share the December calendar with others”: Sharing on here and hope it helps someone.December 10. Listen wholeheartedly to others without judging them.
December 2.:Contact someone you can’t be with to see how they are: to be determined. I ended up talking to my uncle and a friend, both who live 2,000 miles away!
Decembrist 3. Offer to help someone who is having
difficulty at the moment. - I helped a mom fix her son’s bicycle.
December 4. Support a charity, cause, or campaign you really care about. - I use Amazon Smile to
5contribute to St. Jude’s Children Hospital
every time I buy something, including gifts
December 5. Leave a positive message for someone
else to find. Left a note for DH with a
chocolate kiss!
December 6.Give a gift to someone who is homeless or feeling lonely. I made a person smile who was having a very bad day trying to get a campsite. I gave them one.
December 7. Give kind comments to as many people as possible today. Done! Campers and DH
December 8. Do something helpful for a friend or family
member- I made an appointment for DH to get new glasses.
December 9. Notice when you’re hard on yourself or others and be kind instead.
December 11. Buy an extra item and donate it to a local food bank.
December 12. Be generous. Feed someone with food, love, or kindness today!3 -
The ranger here gave a washer and dryer to the hosts so they don’t have to go to the laundromat anymore! That was a welcomed Christmas gift. Old and a few issues but works so very happy about that. Spent the afternoon doing wash there. Need to go back today to finish. So nice to do wash in a private place!
My kids went to a party to celebrate their grandmother’s 100th birthday party. They sent me this picture which I absolutely love. I have one like that but from 10 years ago. Another present I truly enjoy.
My “adopted stray” daughter who used to be a ranger here but moved back to NY, sent us gifts. First card of the season and gifts. She went overboard but I love her like a real daughter. To be honest, she sent more that I’ll get from any ‘real’ family or even DH.
Got to get going back to finish that wash, walk the dog, etc., etc.,
Have a wonderful day everyone.
RVRita
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Good morning ladies!
I'm early, so I'm sitting in my car waiting for my date!3 -
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Barbie — Over the years I have knitted baby blankets for family births. I enjoyed knitting them. I am now looking at a new idea —knitting afghans/blankets to warm seniors in nursing facilities. DH was given a lovely one quite recently. It sparked a new idea. I just happen to have Red ❤️ heart super saver yarn in OMBRE.
I will get started today.
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Woke up crying and missing my youngest! Nothing like yelling out his name to nobody, because you haven't said it aloud in so long. Just saying it, brings out the waterworks. Gosh I miss that darn kid.
Today I am putting away my Christmas cards. I don't have the desire to write them up to all my dear pen pals and family. I will buy the "Merry Christmas mother in law" etc ones though.
Also today I am sweeping and cleaning the kitchen floor! It needs it! I have let it go on for far too long.
Vacuumed the bedroom, bathroom, washed bedding and had Lee help me make the bed yesterday. Of course I was way too warm last night, the sheets were "too tucked".
Completely off all pain meds the remainder of them put away. Its nice to not have to take the powder to regulate me, from taking the narcotics. I get tweaks now and then from the incision near my belly button, but they pass. Tomorrow I have my 2 week after surgery appointment, which it will be interesting to see how big the incisions actually are, when they take off the dressings. I have only had one shower since 11-29, (I can hear all you ladies say ewww!) but I wash with wash cloths, hot water, twice daily. My hair seems happier, and goes into a ponytail easier, (you know cuz its greasy!), but I will wash it sometime this week, I promise!
To all you new gals WELCOME! To those hurting, ((((((((gentle hugs)))))).
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa
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Lisa & Rita ~ Love the photos of your children! All of them look so sweet and happy. Lisa, the new hubby looks like a keeper for your daughter.
Carol in GA1 -
Deb--Glad the first part is done and going well.
Beth--Great news!! Sparkly/ sequin top to celebrate sounds like a fun time. Will be looking forward to pictures of you and Elmo adventures. Sounds fun.
Allie--I agree the one in front of the tree is so cute and be good for when he is a teeneager.
Betsy--Sorry you missed the wedding. Hope they took lots of pictures to share with you. This flu stuff going around is nasty. DH and I had it 3 weeks ago tomorrow and still have the cough. Nasty stuff. Take care and get lots of rest.
KJ--Love the tipi. What fun. Did I say I want to be one of your day care children? You do so much for them and they are learning.
Karen--Sending lots of hugs. Family is hard.
Had a nice weekend, was busy. Today another storm is coming. Rain so far with turning to ice and snow tonight. I want to try and get some cookies made this week and try the peanut brittle. Box up and pass out to neighbors.
DD had her teeth pulled this morning. Sounds like so far she is doing well. Feel sorry for her DH as she is such a baby and had had DH take the week off to take care of her.
Well take care and we can do this.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE6 -
Katla What a great plan for your knitting
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Edie was super happy and excited to be picked up from school. She talked the whole way home, telling us jokes.
I found the walk home hard work, but managed to rally to cook her dinner, while she spent a happy time making facial hair for DH. Her creation.
We both accompanied her to Art Class around the corner and then we went to the mini supermarket to buy peanuts for Rebecca's recipe.
Delicious chilli tonight, after I had recovered.
Love Heather UK xxxxxx7 -
Rebecca— I love your Peanut Brittle recipe! Thank you for sharing.😘
Pip— Good news that you are feeling better. ❤️
Terri—I am so sorry that covid has made you sick. I hope you will get well soon. 💖
Rose abc 123– Thank you. My headache has disappeared thanks to Tylenol. ⭐️
I am happy for an early Christmas gift from my younger grandson. He gave me a new horse calendar for January 2023. Both of us love horses. 🐎.
Barbie— I have noticed number of elders in home care and/or nursing homes that enjoy warm blankets. I am planning to begin knitting blankets for them. I will begin with one and see how it goes. . 🤞🏻 ❤️ 🤞🏻3 -
Well I had a very pleasant date. He is a better conversationalist than I am, which is great. I told stories of my military days. I had a salmon burger, with pineapple and avocado. It was pretty good, but not as awesome as it sounded, and it was impossible to pick up. So I ate it with a knife and fork. He wants to get together again after the holidays. So it was thoroughly pleasant, no red flags. One lingering doubt that I might have heard wrong.
Meanwhile I have to start the pork loin for my parents' dinner.
Have a lovely day,
Annie in Delaware10 -
Stats for the day -
Walk w/kids- 2hrs 1 min 1sec, 22elev, 2.93ap, 101ahr, 129mhr, 6.11mi= 612c
Strava app = 748c
* Lucy did her 1st 2-1/2mi walk *
Zwift home bike trainer- strava stats- 16.46min, 449elev, 133aw, 18.6amph, 99ahr, 140mhr, 40gear, 5.20mi= 206c
Strava app = 127c
Zwift stats- 16.50min, 451elev, 133aw, 49arpm, 18.57amph, 5.21mi= 128c
Total cal 818
*was supposed to take Lucy for 2-1/4mi but she seemed strong enough so to her 2-1/2mi, she did good*
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Carmine, and friend Tobias hanging out with Miles...
Annie - glad you had a good time..
Heather - honestly you and Johnny are fantastic grandparents .. you should be very very proud....
Miles ran around like a wild man today ,he is just a hoot..
I got Kyle and Tracy a gift card to a favorite restaurant of theres.. they have the best Falafel...
I will wrap the rest of the presents this weekend.
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Pg28
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☘️ Terri4 -
Went to work for around 6.5 today. May do some stuff tonight after I clean up from dinner. Cold is no worse (just not better), still negative for Covid so I will shut up whining. While I wasn't sure how it would go, since I got home while still light out, walked outside. A bit cool (33 or so) but felt pretty good. Was only planning on maybe a mile-got 3 miles in. No worse for the wear. Think tonight will be early to bed. Will take some muscinex before then-slept well last night and was able to breathe through nose and coughing didn't wake me up.
Katla-excellent idea for afghans. Ladies in my group also make hats, mittens, and scarves for homeless shelters and food pantries. People are very appreciative of those. They make really cute and colorful ones for the kids.
Enjoy the rest of today so you have strength for tomorrow.
Ginny in Ohio5
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