WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2023
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Ginny - It all sounds as if things are good enough for you to keep living your life with expectation of a future to be enjoyed.
Yes, DH is feeling much better. Doctor Heather is convinced it is linked to his visual cortex. He has balance problems always lurking in the shadows, but this is twice that excessive concentration on close up work has resulted in vertigo. He felt nauseous in the pottery painting café and then again this time. He barely lifted his eyes from the page for hours. I'm sure that set something off in his brain. Doctor Heather says, set an alarm to take physical and visual breaks every ten minutes. Make sure you look into the distance.
I may be wrong, but I wouldn't be surprised.
I am pleased with myself for managing to locate the guanciale I want for our anniversary meal. A new shop has opened in Hove, for Sardinian and Italian food, so I rang them this morning. Yes!
They also stock the pecorino needed for an authentic spaghetti carbonara. Yes!
Our first course, to replicate the meal we had the day we met, is chicken caesar salad.
Our meeting anniversary is the same day as the coronation.
and the same day as Max's 12th birthday.
Our street is having a street party on the Sunday. Boo! We won't be going and we hope it isn't too noisy.
Avgolemono for lunch. Stock from the Easter chicken. Yummo!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx5 -
Friday -- one of my regular Fridays off (9-day fortnight)
Up early (8 am) on a day off ... this doesn't happen very often.
But it was for a good cause ... a bicycle ride!
We did one of our monthly 50 kilometre bicycle rides. We went early to avoid the traffic and to try to get it in before the wind became really strong. The traffic wasn't bad, but the wind was strong!
At about 11:40 am, the wind was blowing NW at 37 km/h (23 mph) gusting to 72 km/h (45 mph) and it didn't get any better.
In some directions, it was great! In others, it wasn't.
We struggled a bit and were slower than usual, but we made it!
Distance: 51.12 km
Moving Time: 2:53:25
Elapsed Time: 3:15:47
Elevation: 202 m
Speed: Avg: 17.7 km/h | Max: 44.2 km/h
Heart Rate: Avg: 139 bpm | Max: 167 bpm
Calories: 714
Got the ol' ticker going!
Then we stopped by our son and daughter-in-law's place to drop something off, and I got to play with our grand-daughter while daughter-in-law made dinner for them.
Machka in Oz
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Having an "off" morning in regards to my mood. I haven't been sleeping well, and woke up after having a dream about visiting my childhood home. It was a visit, I have never had. Visiting after my parents passed and walking from room to room, looking for something. I am sure you know what that feeling is. That feeling where you are looking for mom/dad/home. Like a ghost, just moving from room to room; place to place in your mind. Reaching out and back into memory for comfort; but not finding it. Ugh! Little bit of a weep this morning. I hope my own children don't go through this, but I think it is an inevitability. We all want what/who we have lost. Sometimes.
It is Superhero day today for my childcare kids. They will be coming in full costume and will pull me out of this mood, as they always do. lol time to pull up my big girl underoos and have a great day.
My DYS will be flying home tonight, from his Utah hiking trip. The pictures have been wonderful. He has had a few glitches this trip, but took care of them and had a good time.
Sending peace, comfort, and love to all of you who are dealing with health issues or difficult work situations. Love you all and am always thankful for all of the wisdom I glean from you ladies! ttfn xoxoxo KJ (kelly) 9 -
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So lighter at end of April! Gained 3.5 # in March. Have list 3.2# in April! Yay! Didn't log gain so will log again when I lose .5 more.
Funny thing is I have been eating better and more. Craziness!5 -
KJ HUGS!
Machka Inspiring!0 -
cityjaneLondon wrote: »Ginny - It all sounds as if things are good enough for you to keep living your life with expectation of a future to be enjoyed.
Yes, DH is feeling much better. Doctor Heather is convinced it is linked to his visual cortex. He has balance problems always lurking in the shadows, but this is twice that excessive concentration on close up work has resulted in vertigo. He felt nauseous in the pottery painting café and then again this time. He barely lifted his eyes from the page for hours. I'm sure that set something off in his brain. Doctor Heather says, set an alarm to take physical and visual breaks every ten minutes. Make sure you look into the distance.
I may be wrong, but I wouldn't be surprised.
I am pleased with myself for managing to locate the guanciale I want for our anniversary meal. A new shop has opened in Hove, for Sardinian and Italian food, so I rang them this morning. Yes! They also stock the pecorino needed for an authentic spaghetti carbonara. Yes!
Our first course, to replicate the meal we had the day we met, is chicken caesar salad.
Our meeting anniversary is the same day as the coronation. and the same day as Max's 12th birthday.
Our street is having a street party on the Sunday. Boo! We won't be going and we hope it isn't too noisy.
Avgolemono for lunch. Stock from the Easter chicken. Yummo!
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
Yummy lunch. I am making stock from chicken bones and pork rib bones. Maybe I’ll try making Avgolemono with some of it.
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Ginny,
I’ve noticed you seem to be emotionally ready to retire.
I hope you can do it soon.
I’m really lucky to have the opportunity to choose from so many interesting retirement activities, and I look forward to hearing about your experience once you pull the plug on working. It’s such a relief for me, far greater than I expected. I was past ready. I remember reading Barbie’s comments about "just knowing" when it was time, but I didn’t think it would be that clear to me. It was.
I would not have moved to a retirement community this soon, but my spouse needed to.
Now I’m so glad we did. I’ve seen how difficult moving is for people 10-15 years older - I mean, it was no picnic for us, but it really takes a toll the older one gets. So I’m glad we moved before I needed to, if that makes sense. So glad our kids will be spared all that mess. We prefer to take care of our own needs and not leave it to our busy grown children. Sometimes that simply isn’t possible, so we are fortunate.
Later, I’m going to look into volunteering as a NICU granny, too, but not until my own tiny grandchildren are older. Also wanting to learn to play Mah Jongg and Bridge. And maybe some kind of participation in music of some kind (singing or banjo maybe - I have a smattering of piano, brass instruments, stringed instruments, and voice, but don’t excel at any of them. I’m OK in a chorus, but for sure not solo material). And I want to find a male dancing partner to do Carolina Shag.
If you haven’t already done it, I recommend getting on some waiting lists of places you might like to live. We are still on 2 lists (other than where we currently live) and will remain on those lists for at least another year, just in case we want to move somewhere else. End-of-life care at these 3 facilities is something I am still exploring, & harder to learn about because it’s hidden away - no glossy brochures or cheerful tours of skilled nursing and/or memory care. I want to be sure we are at the best place to both live and die, if there is one such facility. Right now it seems to me we are at the best place to live, but I think there is another facility (Westminster Canterbury) that may be the best place to die.
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Rainy day today - loving it.
I am going to check on my pottery project in a bit, then go to aqua classes, ZOOM with my Nebraska friends at 11am, and (if the rain lets up) dig & pot some baby fig trees with my friend Santa.
I see a nap in my future this afternoon.
Karen in Virginia
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Good morning ladies!
Barbara my appointment was okay, thanks for asking. We just do it on a phone call if there are technical problems.
KJ I used to have recurring dreams about being at college with no housing and wandering around looking for a corner to sleep in. Disconcerting.
Heather we are glad DH is better.
Tracey many hugs to you as you sort this out. One thing my father did to remove himself from the drama is mentally switch to being a temporary employee. Pretending he was temporary made it much more tolerable.
Michele glad you have DH's MRI results. Hope he can move forward to some relief.
Lisa, you too. Surgery is a scary thing, but we all hope you can move forward to some relief.
Ginny glad you are feeling okay. I didn't know thyroid cancer would spread like that. Hope it stays dormant.
Kylia glad your heart is doing better without meds.
Annie in Delaware
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I was delighted & amazed when I visited DH last evening. He’s doing dramatically better. He is out of the wheelchair and walking! It was a very happy day for me. ❤️ 😊 ❤️ 😊 ❤️
Katla15 -
Tracey hugs and thinking of you.
Lisa glad you have two days to relax and wonderful you may have found a health advocate in the system.
I'm reading everyday but just here and don't have much to share. I'm a bit miserable because since my appt with the ophthalmologist, I am not taking any decongestants or antihistamines... or OTC pain aids .. I'm trying to bring the ocular pressure down and about everything can raise eye pressure (even coffee but I'm still drinking one cup a day). With arthritis and allergies the days are a challenge. Next exam will be 5/31. I'm glad the spring weather seems to have arrived and it's a pleasure to be outside working in the yard and walking...
Betsy in NW WA9 -
Yay Katla!0
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Katla so glad your DH is walking on his own 2
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Katla ... great news that your husband is improving!
Tracey... hugs ...
Ginny ... glad to hear that your medical concerns are under control!
Barbara ... a call to the doctor for his/her recommendation might be in order?
Besides a trip to Walmart to make a return, should be a slow day. Rain expected for the next few days so outdoor projects on hold. Will use the time to do some spring cleaning.
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Good morning, or whatever point it is in your day!
I was up at 4:41am today. It’s not unusual for me to be awake, but it is out of the norm for me to up and around. I love my quiet mornings. I did some reading and listened to news. Sadly, I cannot make “real” coffee so early or the smell wakes up the mister and I like this time alone. So, I have instant and it’s just not so good when compared to the freshly roasted tasty treat we have when he gets up. Maybe tea would be more satisfying.
Katla-So good to hear your DH is up! Great news!
Tracey-I feel for you. I was not ever bullied by a boss or even co-worker, but I was bullied by clients many times. The last one did me in and I quit the job so I could escape the client. It ended up being one of the best things I’ve done for myself. I started working with a long time friend and it’s been blissful for 10 years now. Hugs. You will make the right decision for you.
Lisa-Good news that you have an advocate! I hope you get some answers. I think I’d have given up trying to figure it out by now.
I finally have something to try regarding my sore feet. I should know if it helps by next week. Sadly, I’ve been dealing with it so long that I forget to pay attention to the pain.
I know there were others I wanted to comment to, but I can’t recall. Typical of me.
Hope you all have the best day possible.
Tina in CA
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Tina hope your sore feet feel better.
Annie in Delaware0 -
I am delighted with DH’s improvement. Thank you for your support & encouragement. 💖
Katla in Illinois2 -
(((hugs))) to those who need them.
28. Meet a friend outside for a walk and a chat... no outside, but meeting friends for our quarterly retreat and walking and shopping and crafting!
Love and Blessings, Carla, in MN4 -
Katla - That is great news!
Went into Hove to the Sardinian shop and bought the guanciale etc. Also bought hand milled spaghetti and coppa for Edie. Her favourite food. The lady there guessed I was making carbonara, and said she makes it every January 1st to celebrate their moving in together anniversary!
Got my watch battery changed, and a new soda cylinder. Then popped into the big supermarket for a couple of items, including porcine and truffle mezzaluna. Triple yum!
So, a very good trip.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx2 -
Ginny you model effective, fair management style. Wish Tracey could work for you,
Machka thanks! I’ll pick up some chewable vit c, a bag of salted almonds and some cream (this will likely work as I’m slightly lactase deficient).
Heather will Johnny listen to Dr. Heather, or must he hear it from a white coat?
Kylia if DH and SIL can’t/won’t develop exit strategy, what can you do? Not much but perhaps develop an exit strategy for yourself?
Kelly strong dream, no wonder you’re feeling off. “big girl underoos” are they WonderWoman? Want to hear more about superhero day.
Katla up and walking? Miraculous! Thanks for the good news.
Betsy sorry to hear you’re miserable doing all that to reduce pressure. May 31 is a long time to wait. Has the eye Dr. discussed next steps?
Beth, now why didn’t I think of that? SMH :sick: :laugh:
Tina fingers X’d for new help for sore feet.
Carla ((hugs)) right back atcha.
Procrastinated enough won’t have time for PT before shower before leaving for dogs’ nail trims. Oops!
Lighter, lovelies!
Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD
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April 2023 Action for Happiness
Word of the year: Appreciate : today I appreciate my morning coffee.27. Find a fun exercise to do while waiting for the kettle to boil (or pan of water.) HMMM. Will have to think about when to do this.
Exercise goals added
Yoga 10 mins 3 times a week 11/15(100%,100%,80%)
Walk 7,000 every day 25/30 (84%,86%,94%)
6 min HIIT -2x a day start April 1 27/60
Arm weights twice a week 5/10 (100%, 60%hurt my elbow, hurt my shoulder 30%)
Meditation: daily. 27/30 (82%(started Feb)94%)
PT— head. 5/17. Started 4/13/23
Hands 18/17
1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 9/8–(100%,100%,0%)
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 9867, 9491,10170, 8706, (7,700,100%-9851,100%—9526,100%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 6/2 —(100%,100%,100%,100%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 35/208/ —(100%,100%,100%)should be 68 by May 1.
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)35/94 (100%,100%,100%)
6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4 (100%,100%,100%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 27/20-(100%,88%,100)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 17/12 (100%,100%,100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR——4/12—(100%.100%,100%,100%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25(100%,100%,100%,100%)
11. April started putting 4% on income in savings (100%)
Decided that if I do more than stated I will not grade higher than 100% 2/5/23
January Met —100%
February met —-90%
March met met —-90%
April met
May met
June met
July met — met
August met
September met
October met —
November met—
December met—
ACTIVE APRIL
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Commit to being more active this month starting today. I commit to this by adding the exercises from the 6 minute book for over 60’s.
2. Spend as much time as possible outdoors today. Easy! LOL
3. Listen to your body and be grateful for what it can do. I do this during walking meditations every day.
4. Eat healthy and natural food today and drinks lots of water. Yogurt and raspberries for breakfast with 17 oz water bottle and coffee, more to come.
5. Turn a regular activity into a playful game today. Not sure. Joked with hairdresser while getting hair cut. Everyone was laughing and joining in.
6. Do a body-scan meditation and really notice how your body feels. I do this often in my meditations.
7. Get natural light early in the day. Dim the lights in the evening. Morning done. Will do in evening.
8. give your body a boost by laughing or making someone laugh. I will as soon as I can! Did this with friends.
9. Turn your housework or chores into a fun form of exercise. Hmmmm tbd
10. Have a day with less screen time and more movement. I’ll try.
11. Set yourself an exercise goal or sign up to an activity challenge. Already have goals: Yoga 10 mins 3 times a week, Walk 7,000 every day, 6 min HIIT -2x a day, Arm weights twice a week
12. Move as much as possible, even if you’re stuck inside. I will do. Vet this morning then normal day, so will be able to do this.
13. Make sleep a priority and go to bed in good time. Easy Peasy!
14. Relax your body & mind with yoga, tai chi or meditation. I will meditate and try to find time for yoga too. I did all I wanted to do.
15. Get active by singing today (even if you think you can’t sing). I can’t sing but will sing along with music anyway. Sang “When the ants go marching in” during my walk.
16. Go exploring around your local area and notice new things. OOOH, this sounds like fun.
17. Be active outside. Dig up weeds or plant some seeds. I will tend my container garden. I have watered it but need to remove dead leaves from tomato plants.
18. Try a new online exercise, activity or dance class. Not sure if I will have time today. Did not have time today.
19. Spend less time sitting today. Get up and move more often. After the last 2 days, this is a welcome change!
20. Focus on eating ‘a rainbow of multi-colored vegetables today. I did that on Tuesday but will try again today.
21. Regularly pause to stretch and breathe during the day. Ahhhhh. But forgot to do it.
22. Enjoy moving to your favorite music. Really go for it. Going to try to remember to do this. Forgot.
23. Go out and do an errand for a loved one or neighbor. I do this every day in my hosting.
24. Get active in nature. Feed the birds or go wild-life spotting. Will do! I love doing this.
25. Have a ‘no screens’ night and take time to recharge yourself. Did this
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