WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2023
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Good morning ladies.
Had our organic inspection on Saturday and everything went very well. Always get a bit anxious just before. Not sure why as we have never had an issue. Having worked for the provincial government a number of years in the past I am used to paperwork and form filling. Inspector complimented us on our yard which was nice to hear. We planted some of the trees 50 years ago from small seedlings so they are now huge….also liked my little orchard.
Went to Edmonton yesterday to visit DD and family for Father’s Day bbq. Had a nice visit. Poured rain while there and pretty much all the way home. Have now accumulated over 3 inches at home but I’m sure Edmonton got a lot more. We were in desperate need of rain but hopefully it knows when to quit. Standing water now on some of the fields will cause some damage.
Enjoy your day ladies.
Joy
Congratulations!
And yes, it does seem to rain a lot after a bushfire season.
Machka in Oz
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What are some signs that you are going to have a good day or are having a good day?
-- I got to sleep in!
-- lazy morning
-- no rain at the bus stop
-- the bus is cool
-- chances to exercise
-- music
-- friendly but quiet people
-- nice weather at lunch
-- accomplished something
-- kitty purrs
-- no plans for the evening
-- time to colour
-- time to read a book
-- when my google calendar email says, "You have no events scheduled today"
That's some ... please add to the list. What are some of yours?
Machka in Oz5 -
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I redecorated my place with art, a desk that was my grandfathers, old family photos & plants. I am pleased with how well it has turned out. 😊 ❤️ ⭐️
Katla18 -
Good evening everyone. I’m trying to remember to come here and read the posts ever day. Looks like of you have made some great connections.
Looks like my husbands scan to confirm the metastasis is booking out until July 19. Let’s us enjoy our vacation before we get into planning his next treatment options.
Today was a busy one. Got groceries, folded laundry, cleaned the kitchen, learned how to use the grill 😀, helped my husband with his clothes for the trip (folded and sorted), then did my own, repotted a plant and read a book. I kept busy.
I hope you all had a great day.
LeeAnne from New York
LeeAnne-
Welcome! You sure have a lot going on in your life. So sorry to hear of your mom's passing and your husband's illness. In the past few years, many of us in this group are or have been through the challenges of caregiving for a spouse or other family member. And mostly, it's just dealing with it one day at a time.
And keeping busy helps a lot too!
In your previous post, you mentioned your weight had gone up and down by quite a bit in the past few years. What strategy do you think was most successful when you lost?
Your vacation sounds great.
I hope you both enjoy yourselves! And tell us about fun things you did and saw if you wish to share. 
Pop in here when you can, there's a lot of great support.
Lanette
SW WA State
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Good morning ladies!
It's a wonderful day because my phone is reliable and allows me to connect with all of you!
And because my dog, my parents and I are healthy.
Annie in Delaware6 -
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Good to know you have finally got your own things again. It’s always comforting when we can surround ourselves with familiar items full of memories.myvt9v4crh wrote: »I redecorated my place with art, a desk that was my grandfathers, old family photos & plants. I am pleased with how well it has turned out. 😊 ❤️ ⭐️
Katla
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Finally got to bed after an hour and a half of waiting. Poor DH was out of it. I had misread the instructions that said put your watch forward and did it a day too early. Oops. We ended up in the gym at 5.45, but only realised it when our breakfast was late arriving and we rang room service. So, a very, very short night.
The gym did us good and the watercolour class helped as well. Before lunch I did linedancing. This afternoon is Salsa. Then a much needed nap. We are going to catch up with the lectures on the TV in the room. First stop, Kristiansund, on Thursday. Wednesday night is formal night.
Tonight we are going to the Nepalese restaurant, and our bottle of Tattinger is following us.
Love you all, Heather UK xxxxxx11 -
Lee Ann, I read this thread every morning while I eat my breakfast. Having a routine is helpful for me.Katla, How great that you can be surrounded by your favorite things. You've waited a long time for this.Rebecca, I agree that this thread has gotten me through some terrible times. During some very bad times, I've stood in one place and reminded myself that I have clean clothes, the rent is paid, there is food in the fridge, I am breathing and mobile. Barbie in NW WA 10 -
Good morning, afternoon or evening, as the case may be... welcome to those who are new, we're glad you're here!
Kind of off balance this morning in terms of my own routine, such as it is, because Corey's off again today, but enjoying watching him enjoy four days off with no plans, no pressures, he can just wander around with Egg (the cat).
Speaking of which, she would NOT stop crying outside the door to the bedroom this morning, which has become unusual. We banned her from the bedroom after she drove us around the bend jumping all over the bed a couple nights in a row at 1 a.m., and she adjusted pretty quickly to that. But this morning, after three days in a row of getting to lay on Corey's lap while he's done his two- or three-hour read of the entire internet, she wanted to know what was up, and was getting louder and louder. Took her another five minutes to stop crying after I let her in there... and then she was OK, went on about her business. Weirdo.
He just got up and is making his first cup of coffee, said he knew she was there and trying to wake him up, but he just played dead until she went away. Now that he's up, I can make noise... whee!
Later, y'all,
Much love,
Lisa in AR
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UPDATE ON KIRBY
Doc says he has 2 bulging discs, has arthritis in his lower back spine and in his neck. He says he is surprised that he isn’t in any pain. He is having him go in for more tests, he still doesn’t know what is causing his bowel issue. I’m not surprised that he’s not in pain, he is constantly active. If he was sedentary all of the time and then got up to move that’s when it would make sense to hear him complain about pain. Oh well, we’ll see what shakes.
Today I’ll be taking the kids the full distance, kirby will turn back with Lucy at 2 miles. We had some windows replaced and the bathroom window needed to have the balance replaced, well they had ordered the wrong one, so it came in and they will be fixing that one this morning. We will be able to open that window after that, yeayyyyy.13 -
UPDATE ON KIRBY
Doc says he has 2 bulging discs, has arthritis in his lower back spine and in his neck. He says he is surprised that he isn’t in any pain. He is having him go in for more tests, he still doesn’t know what is causing his bowel issue. I’m not surprised that he’s not in pain, he is constantly active. If he was sedentary all of the time and then got up to move that’s when it would make sense to hear him complain about pain. Oh well, we’ll see what shakes.
Today I’ll be taking the kids the full distance, kirby will turn back with Lucy at 2 miles. We had some windows replaced and the bathroom window needed to have the balance replaced, well they had ordered the wrong one, so it came in and they will be fixing that one this morning. We will be able to open that window after that, yeayyyyy.
Sorry about Kirby's back and bowel issues.
But I agree about how being active helps reduce pain.
If I sit or lie down a lot during a day, my hips get so sore I can hardly walk or move (arthritis), but if I am active or even just spend an hour here or there standing at work, I am fine.
M in Oz4 -
WOW.
Take care.
I'm out.3 -
Salsa was very fast and sweaty. DH had to drop out - too much spinning. I had a good partner who must have been well over 80, but could dance!
Just discovered there is a choir starting at 4.30. DH is happy to go, so we'll try it out. Couldn't do choir on cruises before because it clashed with lunch. :laugh:
Love Heather UK xxxxxx8 -
Pip - Sorry they couldn't find the cause of Kirby's bowel issues.
But he is a shining example of how we must all keep going. If you don't use it, you lose it. So true. My legs are really aching right now, but I'm so glad I'm still mobile. There are some really sad sights on the ship. Keep going girls!
Love Heather UK xxxxxx9 -
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »
Michele - on the laptop, and using the mouse, I'm able to highlight and delete everything in a quote that doesn't pertain to what I'm responding to and consequently I can tighten up the post. On my tablet, no. Not sure about a phone's capability in that area.
Lanette
I did this on my tablet. It’s not as easy as on a computer, but it can be done. I just delete. Very carefully.3 -
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minicooper452 wrote: »WOW.
Take care.
I'm out.
Sorry to see this, Carla ...2 -
LeeAnne from NY ... I didn't recognize your screen name the other day when you sent a friend request. I no longer accept friend requests and I'm slowly deleting the ones I accepted years ago. Nothing personal. I'm just not a good "friend" on these forums and offer whatever support I have through this thread. On that note ... Welcome!
Beth near Buffalo
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drkatiebug wrote: »SophieRosieMom wrote: »
Michele - on the laptop, and using the mouse, I'm able to highlight and delete everything in a quote that doesn't pertain to what I'm responding to and consequently I can tighten up the post. On my tablet, no. Not sure about a phone's capability in that area.
Lanette
I did this on my tablet. It’s not as easy as on a computer, but it can be done. I just delete. Very carefully.
Kay - I just tried it on my Fire Tablet. I discovered I am able to delete as well - it's one letter at a time, but it does the job. It works differently than on the PC with a mouse, but it's actually pretty easy.
Thanks for pointing it out.
But I still haven't been able to figure out how to use the spoiler function on my tablet.
Lanette0 -
June 2023 Happiness
Word of the year: Appreciate : today I appreciate patient people in extreme heat. Not common!18. Look for something good in a difficult situation. My son is getting help from a social worker who is including me.
Exercise goals added
Yoga 10 mins 3 times a week 0/15 (100%,100%,80%,73%,.1%)
Walk 7,000 every day 12/30 (84%,86%,94%,93%,65%)
6 min HIIT -1x a day start April 1- 1/30 (93%,0)
Arm weights twice a week 1/10 (100%, 60%hurt my elbow, hurt my shoulder 30%,50%,0)
Meditation: daily. 8/30(82%(started Feb)94%,100%, 74%)
Feeling overwhelmed and lethargic this month. Taking a break from the list above until I feel more in control. I am also having a bursitis/arthritis/tendinitis attack this month. Doctor prescribed something for me to try. Which seems to be working for my mood. My colitis has also come back. 2 weeks straight as of 6/4/23
1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 8/8–(100%,100%,0%,0%,0)
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 7840,6796, (7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 2/2 —(100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 98/208—(100%,100%,100%,50%, 83% should be 103 by July 1)
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)46/94 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,(100%,100%,100%,0%,100%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 11/15 (100%,88%,100,100%,100%,100%)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 22/12 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 6/12—(100%.100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200 (100%,100%,100%)
January Met —100%
February met —-90%
March met met —-90%
April met——86.36%
May met——-89%
June met
July met — met
August met
September met
October met —
November met—
December met—
1. Decide to look for what’s good every day this month. Started with friendly people.
2. Say positive things in your conversations with others. I will try, but people annoy me.
3. Re-frame a worry and try to find a helpful way to think about it. This will be about my son. Not sure how to re-frame it but will find a way today. I must realize he is a full grown man and in charge of his own life.
4. Take a photo of something that brings you joy and share it.
5. Think of 3 things you’re grateful for and write them down. 1. My family, 2. A roof over my head, 3. Enough food to eat.
6. Get out into green space and feel the joy that nature brings. every day!
7. Do something healthy that makes you feel good. 2 walks so far. And therapist today.
8. Find joy in music: sing, play, dance, listen or share. To be accomplished.
9. Ask a friend what made them happy recently. Did this on my trip to Lubbock to get my car back finally. Was a great day!
10. Bring joy to others by doing something kind for them. Will report on this later! Gave a family some Little Debbie cookies.
11. Eat good food that makes you happy and really savor it. Will do! Yesterday had a salad made from lettuce, onion, peppers, and tomato from my garden. The dressing was homemade too! Mmmmmm
12. Write a gratitude letter to thank someone. To be done! Sent my GS a thank you note for being my grandchild!
13. Take a light-hearted approach. Choose to see the funny side. Already happening after a very stressful day yesterday.
14. Share a happy memory with someone who means a lot to you. Will do.
15. Look for something to be thankful for where you least expect it. This will be fun to find things. How about turtle eggs on the beach that have to be moved to not be crushed.
16. Speak to others in a warm and friendly manner. I will try.
17. Take time to notice things that you find beautiful. Will do! Watched people enjoying the lake on a beautiful Saturday!
19. Get outside and find the joy in being active.Too hot today, 105 degrees at 1;45 pm!
20. Rediscover and enjoy a fun childhood activity. Going to color!21. Send a positive note to a friend who needs encouragement.
22. Watch something funny and enjoy how it feels to laugh.
23. Create a playlist of uplifting songs to listen to.
24. Bring to mind a favorite memory you feel grateful for.
25. Show your appreciation to people who are helping others
26. Make time to do something playful just for the fun of it.
27. Be kind to you. Do something that brings you joy.
28. Notice how positive emotions are contagious among people.
29. Share a friendly smile with people you see today.
30. Make a list of the joys in your life and keep adding to it.
RVRita3 -
My mind is melting the the witch from Wizard of Oz! Hit 105 yesterday right now at 12:30 pm it is 103 and climbing. I know I’m in a desert 🌵 and this will stay for about a month. But the other 11 are great so will stick it out. Not commenting, too hot and crabby.
RvRita11 -
I'm sorry about Kirby's troubles, Pip, but thankful he isn't in pain. Is there something to be done, or is that yet to be determined?
Flea
Willamette Valley OR2 -
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I hope this works, I just type the word spoiler in square brackets to start a spoiler and also in square brackets /spoiler to end on my phone.SophieRosieMom wrote: »
But I still haven't been able to figure out how to use the spoiler function on my tablet.
Lanette
You can also select the paragraph symbol and it should work as well. Although I find it hard to get it in the right spot on my phone/tablet.🌼
Tracey
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minicooper452 wrote: »WOW.
Take care.
I'm out.
Sorry to read this. Sad to see someone leave as I think each and ever one of us has a unique and somewhat different perspective on life in general which adds to the overall thread.
Bit of rain again today so a quiet day. Took both dogs out for a bit of a walk. Buddy doesn't care that much to walk in the rain and I think it's because he knows he has to be wiped down with a towel before he enters the house. Lucy on the other hand is eager to go and seems to enjoy being towelled.
Not sure what my garden is doing as I haven't checked since it started raining about 3 days ago, I think. Planning on seeding some more lettuce as I just put in a couple of small strips. Now that we have nice moisture I'm sure it will come up quickly. DH is housebound too. He thought we should go out for chinese food today but I said no to that plan. Had a nice homemade ham/bean soup leftover from yesterday that we had for lunch. Supper will be a beef roast. Trying to stay within my calorie range so going out to eat makes it difficult.
Air quality is quite good here now due to the rainfall. Eastern Canada is still struggling due to Quebec fires.
Enjoy your day, ladies.
Joy4 -
Katla--Sounds like you have fixed your new place up so nice with your personal stuff.
Pip--Sorry about Kirby's results, but I agree it could be worse if he wasn't active. Prayers for a good treatment plan.
Rita-- I do not do heat well. Please be careful.
DH called and said we got 2 checks in the mail today from Wells Fargo. From some law suit they had. I asked him to take them to the bank and see if real or a scam. He is just called and they told him they were real and cashed the one in his name. The other one has my name. Nice surprised as just over $800 total.
Well feeling some better today. Weight was up .4 this morning.
Blessings, Vicki GRAND ISLAND, NE 9
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