WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2023
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Well its afternoon here now. Hello everyone!
Annie/ How do you get yourself into a routine to exercise?
Seems like I just can’t get myself to do anything. Even keeping up with some housekeeping seems overwhelming. The storms have made my neuropathy go crazy. Also congrats on a great loss!
Michele/ I know what the spasms your husband is having feels like. I’ve been getting them in my legs. You can see my whole muscles moving, it looks like an alien is inside of me. I hope he is getting some relief.
Tina/ I have a touch faucet. On our control box, you can adjust the water mixture to the temperature you want for when it comes on. Maybe yours has that too?
Lisa/ Hope you start feeling better, the big C sucks. I had it the first time before they even reported it being a thing here in the US. I went in for a flu test, they said that I had the flu but nothing like they had seen before on test results. Keep your healthcare provider in the loop, sometimes there care can be lingering side effects.
Sorry to seem like such a downer. I’m just stuck. My body is fighting me tooth and nail. In the last few days my weight has fluctuated up and down 10+ pounds overnight repeatedly, it’s draining. I wasn’t even able to go back home to WI, for my mother’s surgery. My husband’s schedule wouldn’t allow him to go along. ( He works for a mining/drilling company) His backup lead quit. So, I was afraid to travel alone just yet.
They just got done doing 3 MRI’s blood work, and EMG and I’ve had a lumbar puncture. They still can’t find a reason for the paralysis I had or the neuropathy it left me with. My neurologist just handed me off to a PA because he couldn’t find anything and wouldn’t discuss the possibility of it being covid or vaccine related. So, they prescribed me the same muscle relaxers, pain med and gabapentin that I’ve been taking for the last 2.5 years. So much for $3000+ dollars of wasted money.
Please forgive the whining. Maybe writing it down and being able to tell someone will get me into a better place. I started logging in again today and with the inspiration of your chats I’ll walk on the treadmill a bit and do my remote PT. The Corgis love to bark at the treadmill and can’t understand why we aren’t taking a walk outside drives me crazy. Sorry pups, two feet of snow is not my jam
Belinda
BFE, Nevada
You aren’t whining.
Belinda, is your doctor aware of the fasciculations in your legs? Has he/she ever seen your “spasms” while they are happening? If not, try to get a video next time and show your doctor what is happening.
Karen in Virginia4 -
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Photo taken by a H.S. classmate of the old mill at Champion Lake in Champion, NE. My paternal grandfather owned this mill at one time.
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Tere, I so enjoy your posts. I am so glad you are back. Welcome home!
Karen in Virginia0 -
Morning all-Just looked up at notifications and evidently I earned a 7th year anniversary badge. Guess maybe that's right.
Lisa-sorry to hear you and Corey most likely have Covid. Hope it doesn't kick in your other issues. And I hope Corey rests some with it. My local Health Commissioner (I work with him often) urged me to rest. He said the people he has seen who have the worst or longer term problems are those who try to power through Covid. The rest part is tough for me!
Paxlovid-yes it does have that metal taste but I find it manageable-I have been drinking a variety of teas. I have had other medical treatments (like Iodine radiation therapy) that impact taste, etc., that was worse.
Those of you suffering with weather-hope you make it through ok. I know in some of the areas you are just not used to it. Don't think you have to master snow and ice driving overnight-stay in and stay safe!
Planning on spending today sorting through some papers that need sorting (and truthfully shredding!). That's low key but productive. Also want to start disinfecting flat surfaces, etc. Again, slowly.
Time to fix some breakfast.
Ginny in Ohio6 -
Happy birthday Carla!
Thanks for congratulations on my weight loss. Your encouragement is motivating to me!
Annie in Delaware4 -
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I’ve posted twice and can’t find them. MFP must be working in and ‘upgrade’ 😝
Had a good day yesterday, and so far a good day today.
Intentions for today:
📍Local shops for fresh produce✔️
📍general chores
📍laundry✔️
📍solid habits
Working on the solid habits.
Lunch beckons.
Machka: Enjoy your holiday. I’m looking forward to hearing about your secondment.
Virtual (((hugs))) and 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 for all those those who need them.
🙋♀️ Miele failte to the newbies.
☘️ Terri
Carla:
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Morning, afternoon and/or evening, y'all,
Machka - Look forward to finding out about a secondment that makes you this happy!
Carla - Happy birthday!
Belinda - As Karen says, you're not whining. Writing here what you're going through helps us get to know you, and helps you put your thoughts together in black and white. As Kim said, you don't have to exercise for an hour a day, you can simply exercise for a minute, or five minutes. Tomorrow, you can add one more minute to that. Many of us who have struggled with weight have an "all or nothing" mentality. We feel we've failed if we can't do it all or do it exactly right. So we work out too hard, injure ourselves, and stop working out completely. Or we go over our daily calories by 100 (or 10), so we tell ourselves we've "broken" our diet, so we might as well eat everything in sight. Realizing that we tend to that kind of thinking allows us to forgive ourselves, go right back to what we're working on, and stop or at least diminish the self-sabotage.
Regarding the neuropathy, etc., as Kim said, it took two years and a colonoscopy for the docs to figure out that I have ulcerative colitis and get me on medication that helped me somewhat. Keep fighting for yourself! No one else knows your body like you do, although doctors believe they do. Regarding the symptoms, I've found that dehydration underlies a lot of my non-gut-based symptoms. I also have a-fib, and have to take a diuretic each day, so I start out behind the eight ball on hydration. I drink water as much as I can all day long, and it helps with muscle issues.
I've got one sick man on my hands, and if I can, I'm going to keep him in bed and resting the next couple days. Thank you all for the sympathy for me, but I'm not having symptoms. Last January, he tested positive for covid, and so did I. He had all the symptoms, and I didn't have any. I don't have any symptoms now either, and we were both exposed to the possible carriers (our grandkids) at the same time. He, on the other hand, has them all. Headache, coughing, feeling awful. Fortunately, while I suck at being a caretaker, he sucks at being taken care of. Match made in heaven! I did have five large bottles of various juices he likes delivered yesterday, and will ferry whatever he needs into the bedroom, but I predict that will be over by noon, he can't stand it for much longer.
Luckily, there's nothing that needs doing this weekend that can't wait until next weekend. Oh! My first daffodil of the year popped up on Thursday, gives me hope that spring will be here before too long.
Later, my peeps!
Love,
Lisa in AR
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I have to put up with the cr@p that MFP dumped on me. I’m still frustrated & POed that MFP dumped on me.
Luckily I still have my friends here. 👍🏻
Katla7 -
myvt9v4crh wrote: »I have to put up with the cr@p that MFP dumped on me. I’m still frustrated & POed that MFP dumped on me.
Luckily I still have my friends here. 👍🏻
Katla
Have you signed out, waited 5 minutes and signed back in with your previous user ID yet?
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Carla
Beth
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Happy Birthday Carla :flowerforyou:1
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Yay for daffodils! Ours are coming up too. My mom used to plant lots of flowers, but the only ones left are the hardy ones. Such bright cheerful color!
We are supposed to get a taste of snow today. Should be pretty.
Well I have a logging streak of 1343 with 5 pounds down from my start. But I know so much more about what works for me now. And I'm on a great trend lately. I'm going to get rid of this spare tire!
Annie in Delaware
Annie in Delaware6 -
Carla
Sorry I’m late to the party 🎉
🎉🎂🥳 Happy Birthday 🥳🎂🎉1 -
Did I post Lucy sporting her new raincoat yesterday?
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Lucy is looking good!!!1
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myvt9v4crh wrote: »I have to put up with the cr@p that MFP dumped on me. I’m still frustrated & POed that MFP dumped on me.
Luckily I still have my friends here. 👍🏻
Katla
Have you signed out, waited 5 minutes and signed back in with your previous user ID yet?
Did you reboot your phone?
Okie in the TX Hill Country
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Welcome newbies and returnees! (((hugs))) to those who need them.
YES! Happy Birthday to ME! 63 today and proud of it! I really dislike these women who don't OWN their age. I think it's something to be proud of. I've made it this far and I'm strong! I love all you ladies calling me a baby! That's a switch. Started today with breakfast at the Legion with a buncha friends we haven't seen in awhile. Not doing to much else today. Then dinner with the fam tomorrow.
Thanks Carol! Loving every minute of it! Sorry about your crown. Ouch and OUCH!
Can't wait to hear the rest of your news, Machka. Enjoy your break. I agree with the rest saying "let your coworker dig her own grave".
OMGosh... daffodils! How wonderful. Can't wait until spring comes to MN.
25-Express gratitude today by thanking someone... I try to daily, today is just that I'm a year older and loving every minute.
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN4 -
Word of the year: APPRECIATE; today I appreciate sleeping in.#2 Practice fairness today by putting yourself in someone else’s shoes: I did this with a camper who I received complaints about. I put myself in his shoes when speaking with him. He was a very lonely man who only had his dogs (one barking, one loose) and the people he meets at campgrounds. Made me more comp#24. Reflect on the steps you have taken to achieve your past goals. I looked at past lists to see if I had achieved my goals.
#3 Watch a movie that reminds you of kindness. I watched the Adam Project.
#4 Take a picture of 3 things that make you happy. Send them to a friend. Done!
#5 Be kind to yourself. Self-compassion is equally important. Will do today.
#6 Start a conversation with someone new. I do this every day with the campers!
#7 Consider a current struggle. Write down 2 thoughts that give you comfort. My dog Brownie’s heart trouble. Her spells are getting worse and there is nothing the vet can do. Comforting thoughts—She lived a good life with us. She brought us many days of comfort and enjoyment with her loving attitude.
#8. Consider and celebrate diversity today. I am a white girl living among darker Mexicans and native Americans. Campers come from around the world and love to hear the accents and learn about the different cultures i come into contact with. Do this every day!
#9. Identify a role model who embodies perseverance. Can you find two ways to emulate them? My 30 year old autistic nephew. He never gives up no matter what health challenge he faces. I can emulate him by not complaining about every little ache and pain, and by doing what needs to be done to get through any health issues that may come up.
#10. Check an item off your to-do list this weekend. Working on my taxes.
#11. Make twice as much for dinner and either invite guests or deliver the meal to a friend. We give food to people all the time. My DH cooks and we give food to different campers and workers here at the park almost every day!
#12. Make a list for the week ahead so you stay focused. Done
#13. Consider a recent disagreement. Did you extend forgiveness? After I bough myself a Sonic blast to ‘cool down’.
#14. Express creativity by making art or cooking a new meal. I write in a journal that has writing prompts I have to make up stories for. Yesterday I wrote a short story about a dog leash!
#15. If you are waiting in line today, let someone get in front of you. May not be today, but i did do it on Sunday!
#16. The next time someone does something you appreciate, be sure to let them know. Will do! Didn’t have the opportunity but will watch for a chance today!
17. Offer a helping hand to someone, such as holding a door for a stranger. I may have a chance today.
#18. Share about a recent book you read and what you learned. I just finished reading ‘Everything You Are’ by Kerry Anne King. It dealt with alcoholism, recovery, death, and grieving. I learned that no matter where you are in life, never give up and find a way to celebrate life.
#19. Show sincere appreciation when someone serves you food or drink. Did this today. DH made me pancakes and served me coffee this morning.
#20. Complement someone today. Ideas include recognizing a great smile or earrings. Did this to a lady who looked angry and tired at Walmart today. Made her happy and smile.
#21. When you recognize someone is struggling, offer words of support. I did that yesterday!
#22. Ask for help. That’s a simple way to express bravery. Sometime today.
#23. Encourage your teammates to utilize their unique strengths. Do this with my co-hosts every day. I thank them and tell them they have done a good job, and really are working too hard.
#25. Express gratitude today by thanking someone. Thanked my DH for making coffee.#26. Think about the upcoming work week. How can you apply teamwork?
#27. Send or leave a handwritten thank you note to someone.
#28. Giving constructive feedback is one way to ignite honesty.
RVRita0 -
Katla ~ You sound so frustrated and angry! We are all here for you. I know you said you log into MFP on your phone. However, is there a computer available for residents in the facility? You might could log in with your preferred ID on another computer. Please let your daughter know what the problem is and maybe she can help you.
Carol in GA3 -
myvt9v4crh wrote: »I am totally frustrated by MFP. I am Katla 49. I want the site to get rid of the false name.
Go back to page 65 on MFP and try all the suggestions different people have given you. Takes patience, I know, and can be confusing, but go slow and do one step at a time.
RVRita1 -
Well I looked at aerobic step platforms and read some reviews. Seemed like it might be a good way to burn calories and strengthen my knee. Then I watched some " beginner" videos.
I'm not ready for that. Too fast, too much twisting, and just too much. Maybe I will be ready in November for my birthday. My knee still pinches a bit when I go up stairs. So I better stick to the aerobic walking for now.
Annie in Delaware2 -
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARLA!1
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Machka—I have not signed out yet and appreciate help. I have my hands full with husband’s health challenges.
It is hard to get through to fix this mess and I can definitely use help. A to-do list would help. I am in DH’s room much of the time. He needs attention. He will be going to lunch soon, and I will be eating with a group of friends.
I would love guidance. Now my only device is my phone. My son has my laptop. I am near lunchtime and the next chunk of time is lunch. A todo list would be wonderful.
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Happy Birthday Carla!!
Katla, as RVRita suggested, go back and read everyone’s suggestion who offered help. If you haven’t logged out of MFP and back in, try that. Several people offered step by step instructions. If it were me, I would sign out of mfp (click your photo at the top of the page and select log out). Close the mfp app (like you close all apps on your iPhone). Reboot your iPhone. Open the MFP app and log in as Katla.
Okie in the TX Hill Country
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Carla-I meant to wish you happy birthday this morning and it fell right out of my brain! I enjoy quiet birthdays -dinner with family is perfect. Enjoy the start of another year to learn and grow!
I do get a kick out of the animals in clothes. We never did such things with our animals-it is funny picturing my husband doing that! Lucy is styling Pip and that's a good color for her.
Not really good at sizing pictures etc., but I have mentioned my cats stopped going out side a couple of years ago. Yesterday when I was picking up a package, Zombu zipped out the front door. She looked around and realized where she was and sat at the door pitifully wanting in. (Ignore porch-got partially scrapped but not painted before winter-on the spring list
Machka-wish I could come over and terminate that co-worker for you. That is the sort I have no problem telling they need to find a better fit elsewhere.
Lisa-good luck with Corey. Maybe you can at least get him to take extra breaks?
Haven't accomplished much other than watching movies today. Well, I paid bills, ordered gs bd present and some new essential oils. But mainly I have made sure my couch has not moved. I have been successful at that.
Going to give a try at loading dishes in dishwasher and cleaning humidifiers. No promises on how long that may take!
Take care,
Ginny
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Anniesquats100 wrote: »Well I looked at aerobic step platforms and read some reviews. Seemed like it might be a good way to burn calories and strengthen my knee. Then I watched some " beginner" videos.
I'm not ready for that. Too fast, too much twisting, and just too much. Maybe I will be ready in November for my birthday. My knee still pinches a bit when I go up stairs. So I better stick to the aerobic walking for now.
Annie in Delaware
Biking is probably the best way to start strengthening a bad knee. Then do the leg lifts to strengthen the quads. After 2 years, mine are both finally much better. I still feel a bit of a dull pain from time to time, but I can run on them now. They also give me some trouble when squatting all the way down to the floor. I don't do that anymore.
Good luck.
Tina in rainy CA2 -
Happy Birthday Carla !!!!
Ugh I just got the most sad sad news another friend of mine who retired about 3 yrs ago ,she was a nurse at the state veterans hospital ..has stage 4 bladder cancer that is in her ureter, pelvis and spine and is on Home hospice.damn it I just lost 1 friend at 61 yrs old and another one is about gone.. and she is all alone.. down in Florida.
Took Alfie over to see Tom and Elena he leaves tomorrow for Florida for a week.and he hasn't seen Alfie in awhile. Homer will be 17 on March 1st I think that is the main reason he retires he wanted to spend whatever time he has left with him...
Its snowing to beat the band here. We haven't really had any to speak of and its not supposed to last.
Lisa- hopefully Corey feels better ,men are not good patients.
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Katla, breathe friend. We know who you are whether we see myvt9v4crh or Katla💖. In the scheme of things I would just dismiss it all. We all know who you are, and love ya. Be there for your husband, and appreciate things a bit. Dismiss this id issue. That is my advice to you friend.💖👍🏻
Lee likes to watch "Have Gun Will Travel".
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa6
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