WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2023

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  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,096 Member
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    Lisa I have one of those pole trimmers,too! Great tool but yes it does periodically need to have chain put back on to the end of the pole.
  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 3,966 Member
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    2023 Self-Care September 2023

    Word of the year: appreciate. Today I appreciate sunny weather.

    Meditation: daily. 1/30 0(82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%,100%)
    Rita
    Stop B12
    Switch DHEA to every other day on sept 6
    Kev
    Add folic acid, once a day
    Add magnesium to 3x a day
    Up Berberine to 3x a day

    Foods to avoid:

    Barley
    Bell peppers
    Chicken
    Clam
    Egg white
    Eggplant
    Ginger
    Rye
    Wheat
    Winter squash

    1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 0/8–(300%,100%)
    2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 5418,4157,6745,7029,6938,(7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%—6059,87%)
    3. Update budget every 2 weeks 1/2 —(800%)
    4. Contact close family every week (4x) 182/208—(733%) should be 172 by October 1)
    5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)72/94 (800%)
    6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,175.6,173.4 (500%)
    7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 1/22 (681%,100%)
    8. Read 12 books at least this year. 32/12 (100%)
    9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(900%)
    10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (900%)
    11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200, 107, 157,(500%)

    January Met —100%
    February met —-90%
    March met met —-90%
    April met——86.36%
    May met——-89%
    June met—-99%
    July met — met 81%
    August met—met 99%
    September met
    October met —
    November met—
    December met—

    1. Find time for self-care. It’s not selfish. It’s essential. Making time!
    2. Notice the things you do well, however small. I will.
    3. Let go of self-criticism and speak to yourself kindly.
    4. Plan a fun or relaxing activity and make time for it.
    5. Forgive yourself when things go wrong. Everyone makes mistakes.
    6. Focus on the basics: eat well, exercise, and go to bed on time.
    7. Give yourself permission to say ‘no’..
    8. Be willing to share how you feel and and ask for help when needed.
    9. Aim to be good enough, rather than perfect.
    10. When you find things hard, remember it’s ok to not be ok.
    11. Make time to do something you really enjoy.
    12. Get active outside and give your mind and body a natural boost.
    13. Be as kind to yourself as you would to a loved one.
    14. If you’re busy, allow yourself to pause and take a break.
    15. Find a caring calming phrase to use when you feel low.
    16. Leave positive messages for yourself to see regularly.
    17. No plans day. Make time to slow down and be kind to yourself.
    18. Ask a trusted friends to tell you what strengths they see in you.
    19. Notice what you are feeling without any judgement.
    20. Enjoy photos from a time with happy memories.
    21. Don’t compare how you feel inside to how others appear outside.
    22. Take your time. Make space to just breathe and be still.
    23. Let go of other people’s expectations of you.
    24. Accept yourself and remember that your are worthy of love.
    25. Avoid saying ‘I should’ and make time to do nothing.
    26. Find a new way to use one of your strengths or talents.
    27. Free up time by canceling any unnecessary plans.
    28. Choose to see your mistakes as steps to help you learn.
    29. Write down 3 things you appreciate about yourself.
    30. Remind yourself you are enough, just as you are.

    RVRita in Roswell, NM
  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 3,966 Member
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    Machka9 wrote: »
    kevrit wrote: »
    Stop B12
    RVRita in Roswell, NM

    Why stop B12?

    My numbers were way too high. I’m still taking a B-complex. B-12 is supposed to range between 211-911 pg/ml but mine was at 1255. I stopped for a week and will see where my numbers are in 3 months. I may need to go to every-other day.

    RVRita
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,539 Member
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    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Rebecca - my DH used to drive truck before cells and such. We only talked when he chose to call and then for only a few minutes because of the cost. We were discussing the other day how much better it probably is with video chats, texting, etc. none of it replaces face to face though.
    I’m excited for you.

    Machka - I have been struggling to get motivated to start losing weight again. I know I can do it. I don’t know why it because so increasingly difficult when it’s something I want.
    I have noticed that I’m feeling better mentally than I have in 4 years, coincidentally that’s when I started working at the job Im on leave from, hopefully this will change soon.

    Heather - I am really learning about learning styles right now. I am making great marks, but don’t feel I’m retaining a lot because I’m not actually “doing” anything. I need to do to learn, I also find watching videos for some things difficult. Knitting was one of them.

    I like deep conversations as well, more than just chit chat.
    I meant to tell you that a Ted talk I had to watch yesterday was a lady from Brighton.

    Ginny - mapping out a plan for selling will be helpful I bet.
    Apparently this course doesn’t have any big exams. The little sessions we do throughout are what make up our final grades. It’s a very different model than what I am familiar with. I am not enjoying the online part much at all, but I’m getting through it.

    Lanette - my birthday is on the 13th. Nothing big planned this year. I will be 55.

    Terri - I hope to be like you when I grow up and have a lot of different activities to attend. I truly believe that it helps keep our mind and body active.

    Lisa - Kelsey just can’t seem to catch a break with that ex at all. I hope that he gets some kind of repercussion that stings a bit.

    Margaret- thank you. I am hoping to use some of the OG method to help our granddaughter, she is not dyslexic but a bit behind. She is starting grade 2 next week. Her preschool ended abruptly due to Covid and her kindergarten was shortened as well. She is trying very hard to catch up, but some of this may help her.

    Allie - that week went fast!

    Joy - Our province is just amazing to me. It is so diverse. We noticed last week there were a lot of fields that had their swathing complete but just laying in the field. We figured it needed to dry to be baled. Hope your DH has no issues.

    Vicki - I hope you can have a break this weekend.

    Barbara - You are kinder than me. I sing all the time. I actually made a cup for myself a couple weeks ago that says, “Just because I can’t sing, doesn’t mean I won’t sing.”

    Katie - my daughter has a spin mop. She swears by it. I use the old fashioned yacht mop. I want to get a swiffer though.

    Thank you for sharing your devotional. I have been surprised by how well I’m doing, but I sure know I can’t keep a perfect score. I wouldn’t want to put that pressure on myself.

    Barbie - with your Netflix recommendation and someone else’s today I may have to subscribe again. I cancelled it a few months ago.
    I’m so happy you are adopting Bodhi. He is a fortunate dog to have found you and Jake.

    Had a little visit with our eldest and the Grands today. They were finishing up their back to school shopping. I managed to get mostly unpacked and stuff out away. I use our suitcases for storage, DH’s for the craft show stuff and mine for seasonal clothes. Since I had everything out I went through my clothes and have a bag in the car to donate. I put most of my summer clothes away and brought out the warmer ones.
    It’s a strange year since I won’t have to leave the house a lot until April I think.

    Tomorrow I’ll finish my cleaning. There is a strange smell in my kitchen that is driving me insane. I can’t figure out where it’s coming from and fear that it’s something under the trailer.
    There’s always something.

    Tracey in Edmonton

    Yes, I recall when at college my weekend calls just crying on the phone because I missed home. It probably wouldn't have been so traumatic if we could have seen each other. Also if the boys would have been able to see Dad when was out to sea, well he would have still been a part of their lives. But with that non separation comes stress too. Kids not understanding the whys of not being able to touch them. "I mean I can see Daddy why can't I hug him"!
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
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  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,365 Member
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    Had a lovely long phone call with L today. She is desperately trying to declutter, but is held back because of loyalty to her dead partner. I think he made most of the decisions around the home.
    She also wants to start writing some memoir type stuff, but is afraid to start.
    Luckily, she is doing lots of travelling and visiting right now. She is soon off to Ireland with her sister, to see if she can validate her grandfather's Irish nationality. If she can, she can apply for a joint passport and therefore EU rights. I'm envious. I would love to be a citizen of the EU.

    DH has decluttered his desk. I deadheaded the geraniums, which has been annoying me for a week. He has attempted the shower. Stronger stuff needed.
    I still haven't asked him about the kitchen cupboard door.

    All good. I really hope L claims back the house for herself. She has made a start with her bedroom and study. But his decor and choices are everywhere.

    Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • petekimclaire
    petekimclaire Posts: 9 Member
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    Annie- have you tried The Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah Maas. It wasn’t a series I thought I would like, I usually read suspense, mystery or romance. My daughter talked me into it and I couldn’t put them down.
  • SophieRosieMom
    SophieRosieMom Posts: 3,428 Member
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    kevrit wrote: »
    Machka9 wrote: »
    kevrit wrote: »
    Stop B12
    RVRita in Roswell, NM

    Why stop B12?

    My numbers were way too high. I’m still taking a B-complex. B-12 is supposed to range between 211-911 pg/ml but mine was at 1255. I stopped for a week and will see where my numbers are in 3 months. I may need to go to every-other day.

    RVRita

    Rita - I also tested over 1200 a month ago- well over the threshold. Messaged Dr. Lisa if that was a potential problem, she never did respond. I took that to mean the rest of the lab tests were normal so nothing was out of whack, I was ingesting plenty.

    I just went back and reviewed old labs. 5 years ago it was in the 1700's! Then a year later, 1400's. Ten years ago it was in the 300's. Go figure. I think when it was super high, I was taking a supplement.

    DH's was in the 200's-300's, and the lab notes say under 400 people have an increased risk for dementia. Hmm... this might have been another factor for his memory loss.

    Next time I see Dr. Lisa or Dr. Matt I'll ask more about it.

    Lanette B)
    SW WA State

  • cyntdooley
    cyntdooley Posts: 61 Member
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    Whidislander wrote: »
    ginnytez wrote: »
    Tracey-breaking the streak had to happen some time! It is way ok that it did. The piece of paper at the end is what people will look for-very seldom are actual grades important. I think you are spot on about finding time to move during your day to keep back in shape. A sit/stand desk may be helpful-depending on type of computer you can sometimes improvise.

    Heather-the construction crane pictures were impressive. I hope they can have most everything settled by the time children start school. DH picture is very nice-I like the colors and the overall feel.

    Rebecca-insurance makes sense about doctors-every plan has different rules to follow. If you don't follow all of them you can end up paying more $$ for no really good reason.

    Machka-we do all see things differently. Yesterday I injured as to location of room someone was talking about-I am very familiar with the building. Even when he drew a diagram I couldn't completely visualize. He left out a door I considered to be important to the picture. He said since it is usually open he doesn't consider it . . . perhaps there is a gender difference? I try to keep patience when probing for understanding.

    I think steroid is helping knock back inflammation. I have a few more days to go on medications. I have knocked back walking to 20 minute stretches. Hopefully I can work back up because I do like the distance and help with calories but I will just have to monitor.

    Was thinking of going off and hitting casino today but think I will work most of morning and take some time early this pm. I really need to finish back room and get other stuff caught up. With long weekend I can make some very good progress. Need to map out things that need done before selling house next year and start on them.

    Off to do something to start my day. Stretches and a short walk are on agenda.

    Take care all,

    Ginny in Ohio

    Sadly my military insurance gets a bad wrap. Between doctors needing to be in its system, to doctors being in their system that have changed medical fields or retired, it makes it difficult for my primary doctors to effectively choose a doctor these days. Our clinic on base has family practice doctors but no specialty docs. Many out in town doctors are full up, so its a long wait even be able to make an appointment. My ENT doc appointment is in December. But you take what you can. Our insurance tends to pay medical companies pennies on the procedure. So like my $1500 gallbladder experience was broken down to my insurance paying a $400, my bill was $75, and the medical company has to eat the rest.
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa

    The insurance company usually has a contracted rate with facilities and they already know what rate they will be paid. So the facilities are not losing $ because that is contracted rate. This is what is wrong with health care. Hospitals or facilities are willing to take a contracted rate but not for uninsured people.
  • kevrit
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  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,034 Member
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    TerriRichardson112 wrote: »

    Ginny: Your story about the bloke who didn’t think the door was important! 😂 reminded me of when we lived with my in laws when we were first married. DMiL was always bellowing at her boys to shut doors. I seriously think that DH and his brothers left them open on purpose to wind her up at times. DH still doesn’t close doors. 😝 but in a centrally heated house it’s not an issue.



    Someone mentioned the blue zone so off to Google it 😝

    ☘️ Terri

    here, closing doors is not an issue- with all the cats, the doors are quickly closed. A few times dh didn't close them quick enough and I spent a few hours catching the cats that had gotten out.
    Now, Lights, that is another story. They are left on all the time and it drives me crazy. I am constantly going around turning lights off. There is no reason for dh to leave a light on in the garage 24/7. I turn it off and next time I go out there, it is back on. TV is the same way- he will leave the house and leave everything on, even when he is going to be gone a few hours or more.
    I am so much like my dad. He was always going around turning lights off that were on when no one was in that room.
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,034 Member
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    Machka9 wrote: »
    dlfk202000 wrote: »
    These other pictures are from yesterday. First one is a bit blurry- tried to zoom in- wish I could figure out what they are, they are very tiny and tons of them. The size of baby chicks
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    They're almost the colouring of Plovers, but the Plovers here are fairly large (although their chicks are hatching right now and the little fuzzballs are small).

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    https://www.flickr.com/photos/machka-bb/albums/72157623280801300


    Or Oyster Catchers, but again, Oyster Catchers are about the same size as Plovers.
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    https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/birds/facts-about-oystercatchers/


    Machka in Oz

    there are four types of birds that hang out together- killdeer are one- I know that one for sure. Stilts(just learned that one after looking it up when I saw babies a few months ago- super cute)
    None of the ones here are that bright orange

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