WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR OCTOBER 2023
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Thankful I found this group. Restarted using MFP but still figuring out all this.
Rejoined my MFP about 4 days ago at 312 and now down to 309. I have no diagnosed health issues or diseases like high blood pressure or diabetes but it will come if I do not get my obesity under control. I am on no meds. Going through perimenopause which is causing me some issues. Life is pretty good although my teens and adult children cause me anxiety only because I have to learn to let go and just let them learn by mistakes, etc.
So that is about all for me.
Rose
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RoseBred43 wrote: »Thankful I found this group. Restarted using MFP but still figuring out all this.
Rejoined my MFP about 4 days ago at 312 and now down to 309. I have no diagnosed health issues or diseases like high blood pressure or diabetes but it will come if I do not get my obesity under control. I am on no meds. Going through perimenopause which is causing me some issues. Life is pretty good although my teens and adult children cause me anxiety only because I have to learn to let go and just let them learn by mistakes, etc.
So that is about all for me.
Rose
Tasmania, AU
Hi ... I'm also from Tassie.
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Rosemarie - I hope you don’t have to become a caregiver again, that’s a big ask and I bet some of your tiredness is still trying to recover from the stress of the last few years.
Kylia - I don’t understand how your SIL, as a co owner doesn’t know how to do everything.
I hope you have a nice trip to the farm.
Lisa - I love watching my adult girls and their marriages and how they manage their lives.
Kaitlyn and Brodey are much like Kelsey and Cruz, they notice the little things about each other and treat each other with so much respect. They have worked hard at it. They have been together 14 years now.
My other daughter and her husband always seem happy, but on Thanksgiving I got the impression that there was something going on between them. I hope it’s just a glitch in the matrix.
Heather - sounds like another wonderful day.
Tina - I love when people share their travel photos. I hope you enjoy your day and your back gets better soon.
Pip - I like your numbers tonight.
Lanette - I’m going to watch that video and look at the pdf tomorrow.
Rita - I love the pictures. We didn’t get to see the eclipse here.
Michele - Michaela was 5 the first time I took her to ceramics with me. If PJ is into painting or colouring he would probably enjoy it.
Thanksgiving was pretty easy, I don’t mind cooking for a crowd, I actually like it better than just the two of us. There isn’t much more work for 2 or 10, just bigger pots really.
Lisa - I bet you do miss your grands. Haley is beautiful.
You got a lot accomplished, when are you starting the Reno?
Terri - I have read about Donegal in one or more of Nora Roberts books. She has a few books that include Ireland.
It’s so scary when we can’t find our phones, wallets, keys…
Our daughter sent me a FB message the other night asking me to call her phone as she had misplaced it. After me trying about 6 times she found it in her car in the garage. It had fallen between the seat and door on the passenger side.
She then told me she went looking for it to call her DH to tell him they had water in their crawl space. She decided by the time we were done talking to let him come home before telling him.
I ended up crafting all day. I’m sending gifts to NB with Kaitlyn tomorrow. I have to finish a couple other things tomorrow. I made a bag for my SIL and a travel cup for my nephew.
Tracey in Edmonton
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Rosemarie2972 wrote: »Machka: I hope the cream works on your face and that you find some relief soon.
Allie: I am impressed you found such help for your father in law! My husband had paid caregivers which was still cheaper than a nursing home but still didn't cover most of the hours in the week.
I have been up since 4am. Last evening my brother and I had a text conversation about the possibility of my mother leaving MA and coming to live with me in GA. I think this would shock her. She is 92. We are friendly but not close. She is a terrific grandmother and a very nice person. I want to be a good daughter but must admit the thought of caregiving again is exhausting. She lives independent right now and is active. I don't think it will happen but am not sure what will happen.
I want to leave town every 3 months while I am still young enough to do so. Maybe this isn't in the cards for me.
Best,
Rosemarie from Georgia
Personally, if I were in your situation, I would prefer to wait a year and then think about it.
If the thought of being a caregiver is exhausting now, it's probably not the right time.
I love going to school, but each time I complete a degree or something, I'm done. I don't want to return to school. The very thought is overwhelming.
But then, about 5 years later, I'm back in school again. I'm ready for it again.
I graduated from my most recent degree in December 2020. I am most definitely not ready to return to school right now. I may never be ready to return to school. But who knows ... perhaps, when university starts up in February 2026, I might be there. We'll see.
Anything big and intense is like that ... including caregiving.
Maybe, after a year or a few years you'll be ready again.
Machka in Oz
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The red lumps and bumps on my cheekbones seem to be easing a bit. That's a step in the right direction.
I hope the worst bit down the right side of my neck would start improving.
It's so itchy and sore at the same time, but I know that scratching would be a very bad idea.
M in Oz
I've developed very itchy lumps and bumps on the backs of my hands now too. Yay!
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The red lumps and bumps on my cheekbones seem to be easing a bit. That's a step in the right direction.
I hope the worst bit down the right side of my neck would start improving.
It's so itchy and sore at the same time, but I know that scratching would be a very bad idea.
M in Oz
I've developed very itchy lumps and bumps on the backs of my hands now too. Yay!
M in Oz
Machka - I know your Sunday is nearly over, so I hope you can get in to see a doctor on Monday. It's frustrating when an allergic reaction continues, even when the allergen is gone.2 -
Good morning all. I'm so excited. I have stuck to this diet for one month. That's a win for me!! It was more than ten years ago when I found MFP and I lost 60 pounds. I gained it all back and then some but I'm determined to do it again. I'm not healthy and need to do this for me. The motivation groups helped me so much to stay the course last time. Thank you ladies for this group!!!!
Welcome! So pleased that you're doing well, and hope that you see the motivation you're looking for with this group. Lots of support here, and any advice you might request, there's probably someone who's dealing with it. Let us know what you'd like to be called and about where you're from, so we can get to know you better, and drop into any conversation that interests you.
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Terri - so glad you found your purse, whew. Glad you were able to spend some time with your cousin and wife, sorry to hear about Eddie.
Tracey - I love looking at all of your crafting, that bag is really nice. So nice you had a big dinner for Thanksgiving. My grandmother would often invite a neighbor or older friends to join in. We kids always thought it was neat to hear the adults talk, lol.
Thoughts about itchies and hives - I remember when hives developed after my belly button hernia surgery several years ago - allergic reaction to the latex tape or that solution they swabbed my tummy with. Drove me crazy. Our medical expert here Karen said to try using H1 and H2 blockers together - benadryl and Pepcid A/C for example. That did the trick and I make sure to keep them both on hand after that. A steroid shot would have also helped if I would have thought to go see my GP.
Pip - what great memories of the early Amazon days! You were all kids then.
I remember buying coffee at the original Starbucks store down at Pike Place Market in Seattle before Howard Schultz took over and made it world wide. That store just sold coffee beans and ground coffee, no fancy drinks. It was quite a novelty when prior to that, the only ground coffee available was in cans at the store. And by the way: Pip Lenny Kirby .... it all turned out so well for you.
Lisa - I love to hear about your organizing and the upcoming plans for remodeling. I've been stockpiling items to drop off at the "free box" when I take Rosie to the groomer's in a few weeks. The last time I was in a local thrift store, I was surprised at the prices they are charging. I get it tho - they have rent, utilities, and have to pay the staff like every other business. I'll still drop off items there from time to time.
Back is some better, I need to head to town this morning and get stocked up. And get some gas maybe. I have a couple cans of gasoline in the shop from last year that need to be used up (I put stabilizer in them last fall) so when I can get someone strong (5 gallons = 40 pounds is too heavy for me no matter what shape I'm in!) I'll have them add some to the mower and some to the cars and get fresh to have on hand for the generator. Might be a Roger job if my friend Charlie doesn't stop by soon, or Jim next door. I am so lucky and grateful to have helpful guys for these little chores.
It's still hard for me to call someone and ask for help though, even for something like this.
Buck up, Netters!
Have a wonderful day.
Lanette
SW WA State
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Morning, my chickens...
Had to turn the heat on when I got up; it's only in the low 50s outside (11C), but it was supposed to be another ten degrees lower than that, so we got a break. Corey threw some plastic over his tomato plants yesterday afternoon, but it didn't last long with the winds gusting... then again, it appears they might not have needed it anyway.
Just a quiet weekend here, nothing big going on. Corey made a pork roast in the oven yesterday, and then put together pulled pork barbecue sandwiches for dinner. I ended up eating a lot of salt, in the end. Combined that with the cooler, damp-ish weather, and now all the joints in my hands are swollen, stiff and hurty this morning. I've had to take my rings off again. Not being able to take any kind of NSAIDs is frustrating, but hopefully the Tylenol will help soon.
Tracy - This time, instead of starting a big, hairy, renovation, I just want to start pulling things apart a little at a time, starting with the insides of the closets. As soon as I get these dust sheets made for the rolling shelves, I hope to work just a little each day in those back rooms. That way, I won't get so exhausted and the mess will be limited to a garbage bag or two full instead of a massive pile. And too, Corey won't have to step in until it's time to do the hard stuff, like demolitions on the ceilings and floors. Much less stressful (hopefully). Plus we're not in a hurry, so I can take my time. I can get the drywall on the walls taken down and get the outside walls re-insulated but don't want to be higher than a step or two on a ladder for long. Still struggle with getting dizzy when I look up and try to focus. Oh - and I LOVE the shopping bag.
A couple of bits I found for you for bags and T-shirts, including a couple puns because I find them irresistible:- "It's so weird being the same age as old people."
- "My favorite childhood memory is my back not hurting."
- "I don't want to 'Go Big,' I want to go home."
- "The internet is broken, so I'm outside today."
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Michele - She's eight years old, and I agree, as a group and individually, the grandchildren on this thread are absolutely beautiful.
Betsy - Thinking about you and your sis. Hope all is/was going well with her appointments and your trip.
Going to go get my planters seeded (seven different types of basil). We want to see how they taste, and which ones are worth planting out in the spring to then store in the freezer or dry. Then I might play with some clay for a bit until Corey gets up and around...
Later, y'all,
Love,
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Rita - how neat you had a front row seat for the eclipse and good viewing weather. I recall when my area had a total (or darn near total) eclipse several years ago. I was in town doing Master Gardener stuff. The other 2 folks in the office and I went out on the sidewalk as it started to get dark - the streetlights came on and the birds stopped chirping for an hour or so. I think I will always remember it. I can see why the ancients thought it was an amazing thing.... it is!
I'm making an effort to put some of Dr. Matt's suggestions into play. Doing a few things, adding more as time goes on, stacking -stacking-stacking healthful practices. Get a few small things down. I already do many of them. Just me thinking out loud here:*Drink a glass or two of water when I first get up, before coffee. I've known to do that for years, just never implemented it consistently since the "experts" said mix lemon juice in it. What a hassle if I didn't have lemons or lemon juice on hand. A glass of water from the tap takes 2 seconds. Simple. It didn't have to be complicated.
*Wait at least 12 hours between dinner and breakfast. I generally do that anyhow.
*Eating the protein and fiber first before carbs, and getting at least a teaspoon of vinegar in before or at the start of a meal. Adding a bit of protein to my salad - cheese for example, or some toasted almonds. I already have vinegar in my salad dressing - I make my own with basalmic vinegar, a dash of lemon juice and olive oil plus a spoonful of dijon mustard for emulsifier and some spices.
*Getting up and moving after eating. Walking, heading out to the chicken coop. Yesterday after supper I got up and threw Rosie's toys for about five minutes. She loves it and it involves me walking, bending over, throwing them down the hall or across the living room. It's simple.
Reminder - anyone who wants information included in the "weekly check-in" please send me your info today or no later than tomorrow morning.
Lanette
SW WA State waiting for the sky to lighten up so I can let the hens out of the coop and feed the shop kitty.
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SophieRosieMom wrote: »Terri - so glad you found your purse, whew. Glad you were able to spend some time with your cousin and wife, sorry to hear about Eddie.
Tracey - I love looking at all of your crafting, that bag is really nice. So nice you had a big dinner for Thanksgiving. My grandmother would often invite a neighbor or older friends to join in. We kids always thought it was neat to hear the adults talk, lol.
Thoughts about itchies and hives - I remember when hives developed after my belly button hernia surgery several years ago - allergic reaction to the latex tape or that solution they swabbed my tummy with. Drove me crazy. Our medical expert here Karen said to try using H1 and H2 blockers together - benadryl and Pepcid A/C for example. That did the trick and I make sure to keep them both on hand after that. A steroid shot would have also helped if I would have thought to go see my GP.
Pip - what great memories of the early Amazon days! You were all kids then. I remember buying coffee at the original Starbucks store down at Pike Place Market in Seattle before Howard Schultz took over and made it world wide. That store just sold coffee beans and ground coffee, no fancy drinks. It was quite a novelty when prior to that, the only ground coffee available was in cans at the store. And by the way: Pip Lenny Kirby .... it all turned out so well for you.
Lisa - I love to hear about your organizing and the upcoming plans for remodeling. I've been stockpiling items to drop off at the "free box" when I take Rosie to the groomer's in a few weeks. The last time I was in a local thrift store, I was surprised at the prices they are charging. I get it tho - they have rent, utilities, and have to pay the staff like every other business. I'll still drop off items there from time to time.
Back is some better, I need to head to town this morning and get stocked up. And get some gas maybe. I have a couple cans of gasoline in the shop from last year that need to be used up (I put stabilizer in them last fall) so when I can get someone strong (5 gallons = 40 pounds is too heavy for me no matter what shape I'm in!) I'll have them add some to the mower and some to the cars and get fresh to have on hand for the generator. Might be a Roger job if my friend Charlie doesn't stop by soon, or Jim next door. I am so lucky and grateful to have helpful guys for these little chores.
It's still hard for me to call someone and ask for help though, even for something like this. Buck up, Netters!
Have a wonderful day.
Lanette
SW WA State
I’m really proud of my Amazon days. I loved it. It was very detail oriented in how we replied via email, how we talked on the phone, etc. they had awesome parties.
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Good morning, ladies.
Rosemarie, I hope you don't let your brother guilt you into becoming your mother's caregiver. There are always alternatives to provide her with the care she needs and at 92, I really would question such a drastic move at her age. Went through a similar situation when my sister thought my ageing father should be "on the farm" and in my care. I simply said no and we found an alternative. My sister was annoyed with me for awhile.
Machka sorry to hear of your allergic reaction. I get hives every year in the fall and I'm sure it is from all the dust in the air from combining. I take antihistamines and use cream but it usually takes about 3 weeks to go away.
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Morning at my place - Got my seven different basil seeds planted... and Egg is watching from across the room, trying to figure out why I'm putting plant pots in wooden crates on her bird-viewing platform! 😾 Hopefully the basil will survive her curiosity bump!😺
And, in my in-between various chores I was looking at books, and the lengths below are part of a "Strength for Seniors" program. IF you have Kindle Unlimited, they are free. If you don't, they're more expensive, but you might find them elsewhere more cheaply.
Stretching Exercises for Seniors over 60: Simple Workouts to Restore Your Flexibility, Reduce Stiffness, Relieve Pain, and Feel Younger than Ever
Chair Yoga for Seniors Over 60: Gentle Exercises to Live Pain-Free, Regain Balance, Flexibility, and Strength
Wall Pilates for Seniors: 31 Easy Low-Impact Home Exercises to Improve Your Strength, Flexibility, and Balance | No Equipment Needed
Later,
Lisa in AR6 -
Hi Gals,
I have been working on adding some new habits, all around the idea of getting some more me time…which really means figuring out how to make my work time more efficient. Which is not that easy, but I have to generate the same or even more money each week, but also free up all of one day a week to have “off”. Ten years of having some income generating work in most every day is burning me out. So the first change has been making one each day a week client appointment free to be able to work with out interruption. I did it for the first time last week and it felt good – I got more done in that day then in an average day. So looking forward to that again this week.
I am finding the making dinner once a week for my friend’s family is really encouraging me to do more meal planning and preparation. At this point it is still extra work, but I can really see the efficiency in the future. I am pre-making and freezing some things. I got the opportunity to get a prstock pot of tomatoes from a neighbor, and while usually I would have canned them as either chopped tomato or as sauce, this time I did some as roasted tomato and red peppers for the base of tomato/pepper soup, some as marinara sauce, and just a little as chopped tomato. Like I said a bit more work upfront but it will pay off. I am doing the same thing with cookies – I am including 6 cookies in each dinner bag (there are 3 of them) so am freezing cookie dough in individual cookie scoops, so I will just take out 6 balls and cook them.
Love seeing all the pictures of grands, travel and family. Lisa – you can really see the “old soul” wisdom in Haily’s eyes, that is a kid with a lot of life experience at just 8.
Rori – you are a great example to all of us, you have embraced life with such a cheerful forward looking attitude.
Rosemary –I think everyone is correct that you can say NO….how ever If you do feel that your mom does need more “caregiving” there is another option that just you or your brother, and that is professional help – I am thinking a senior living environment. I have looked at them here for my mom and while they are expensive when I started to do the “math” not just freak out at the monthly number, there were some good options, and all of the locations I looked at provided some great socialization options that are not available just living with you or your brother or on her own. I don’t know all the variables of your mom’s situation, but I found that I was more impressed than I expected to be – here everyone tends to say just something about the expense, and granted it is not cheap, but certainly worth a few hours of research before writing it off. Granted I did the research, with my Mom saying she was interested and then at the end having her say NO I would never move, and when I asked why she had said yes before it was because it was easier to just let me do the work than tell me the truth… I was really angry, but now am glad I know what I know and can share that there is options for regular folks not just the very rich.
Love ya all,
Kim in N. California
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2023 Optimistic October
Word of the Year: appreciate—Today I appreciate being able to see the ‘Ring of Fire’ during the annular eclipse.Meditation: daily. 13/31 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%,100%)
Recommended exercise: cardio 5 days 30 min 13/23
Strength all muscles 2 x 0/8 a week
Flexible (yoga, stretching) /8 a week 10 min
Balance 5 days 10 min /20
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%,100%). 60 days SOBER!
2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 7819, 7203, (7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%—6059,87%—6458,92%)
3. Update budget every 2 weeks 2/2 (800%)
4. Contact close family every week (4x) 215/208—(733%) should be 189 by November 1)
5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)74/94 (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, 172.2 (600%)
7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 10/23 (681%,100,100)
8. Read 12 books at least this year. 42/12
(100%)
9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 9/12—(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, 157,0, 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——99%
October met —
November met—
December met—
1.Write down three things you can look forward to this month. 1. Another month of sobriety 2. Cooler weather 3. Decorating for Halloween13. Ask for help to overcome an obstacle you are facing. The obstacles I have cannot be solved by me, but by family members.
2. Find something to be optimistic about (even if it’s a difficult time). I am optimistic about cooler weather.
3. Take a small step to a goal that really matters to you. I need to call my uncle.
4. Start the day with the most important thing on your to-do-list. Updating this list and My Fitness Pal.
5. Be a realistic optimist. See life as it is but focus on what’s good. I usually hope for the best but prepare for the worst. I think this counts!
6. Remind yourself that things can change for the better. No matter how bad you think it is, it can always get worse. So enjoy life no matter where you are, or what you are doing, or your circumstances.
7. Look for the good in people around you today. I can do this if I try. This was not difficult to do with visitors. Employees were a different matter!
8. Make some progress on a project or task you’ve been avoiding. I need to clean the cabinets out. I am planning to start today. Didn’t happen.
9. Share an important goal with someone you trust. did not do this.
10. Take time to reflect on what you have accomplished recently. I have accomplished coloring pages, making doctor appointments, calming my nerves by taking some actions I never tried before, and more.
11. Avoid blaming yourself or others. Find a helpful way forward. This is hard for me.
12. Look out for positive news and reasons to be cheerful today. With everything going on around me and in me this will be hard, but I will pay attention to good news.
14. Do something constructive to improve a difficult situation. I will have to think on this. I posted pictures of the eclipse that happened here on the Friends Group FB page, and sent some pics to my son and grandson.
15. Thank yourself for achieving the things you often take for granted. I got up in a thankful mood today so I should be able to do this. The eclipse yesterday couldn’t have gone better.16. Put down your to-list and do something fun or uplifting.
17. Take a small step toward a positive change you want to see in society.
18. Set hopeful, but realistic goals for the days ahead.
19. Identify one of your positive qualities that will be helpful in the future.
20. Find joy in tackling a task you’ve put off for some time.
21. Let go of the expectations of others and focus on what matters to you.
22. Share a hopeful quote, picture, or video with a friend or colleague
23. Recognize that you have a choice of what to prioritize.
24. Write down three specific things that have gone well recently.
25. You can’t do everything! What are three priorities right now?
26. Find a new prospective on a problem you face.
27. Be kind to yourself today. Remember progress takes time.
28. Ask yourself ‘will this still matter a year from now?’
29. Plan a fun or exciting activity to look forward to.
30. Identify three things that give you hope for the future.
31. Set a goal that brings a sense of purpose for the coming month.
RVRita , Roswell, NM
“There is no need for me to accept blame for another person’s irrational actions. I will deal with my own shortcomings.” ALANON’s One Day at a Time.2 -
Mackhka I put Witch Hazel on the rash I had. A very sensitive area but the witch hazel stopped the itch. I just re-applied it when the itch/burn started up again. Perhaps it would help you?
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Hi all!
DH and I have had our holiday row! We always have one. Let's hope it is the only one.
The journey from Lyon to Narbonne went perfectly. Train was quiet and speedy. This hotel seems great, but I am a little worried about a very big step up to the bathroom. I can see me missing my footing at some point.
Otherwise, all is good and the room is much better than the previous hotel.
This is the view from our room.
We went out for a walk along the canal in glorious sunshine. Really warm. We found a place for a drink outside, which can be difficult on Sunday, when everyone is lunching. (We had eaten a baguette on the train) The hotel owner has booked us dinner for this evening at a brasserie on the canal side, opposite the market, (yes, another one!), and we checked out the menu.
Pictures of the canal.
We may take one of those boats out tomorrow.
DH went off to buy water and milk, and I sat in the sunshine, under the trees with a chocolate ice cream.
Now back in the hotel room with DH watching silent rugby (England playing) and me writing to you.
Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
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Heather ~ Once again, the scenery is beautiful. I would love to be in sitting and looking at the canal and the people.
Lanette ~ So glad you have some men available to help you as things crop up that need caring for. I'm not sure why you are storing gasoline though. Are there no gas stations near you?
Lisa ~ Don't blame Egg for being upset that her picture window seat is being occupied.
Tracey & Rebecca ~ You both are so creative! Love the scrabble board and the tote bag.
Terri ~ Glad you found your purse and phone. It is really scary when you misplace things.
Chilly here in Georgia today and overcast! Supposed to be chilly all week!
Carol in Ga who is still trying to figure out all the buttons etc. in her new-to-me car!
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Lisa-thanks for the kind words. I'm not sure how to reply to an actual post or to drop into a conversation like you suggested.
My name is Anita. I lived in SC and work full time in a Children's Hospital. I have psoriatic arthritis and need to do IV infusions for treatment so exercise is tough.
I have lost 21 pounds with 60 to go to my goal. I am having a complicated knee surgery next week and worried about being non weight bearing for 6 weeks- afraid that I am going to backslide.12 -
So sorry that you're dealing with an allergic reaction Machka!
When I was a child we had an above ground pool in the back yard. Every summer I seemed to be the "human tester" when it came to the PH levels in the pool. They'd throw me in and if I got a rash from head to toe, they'd adjust it accordingly. Well that's what it felt like! The pink Calamine lotion was smeared on from head to toe, and I would sit in front of a fan, waiting patiently for it to dry. Good times.😂🙄. But I empathize with you!💖
Rebecca
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Anita - You've joined a conversation with me just by replying as you just did, no worries at all. So sorry to hear about the complicated knee surgery, and the psoriatic arthritis isn't fun and games, either... it's a lot to try to deal with at the same time! In my last post, you'll see a link to a book on Chair Yoga, and there are all kinds of things like that available on youtube for non-weight-bearing exercise.
As far as replying, too, when you see someone typing under a repeat of someone else's post in the same box, but in gray, they used the Quote function that you see at the bottom of each post. By selecting that, the system takes that complete post down to the reply box and then you can add whatever you like - just make sure you type your own message after the ending bracket for the [ / quote ] code that you will see at the end of their quoted message in the reply box. Kind of like this:
Easy-peasy... Glad you're here, glad you were able to find us again - and you can bookmark this thread at the very top of any page, with the little ribbon symbol at the top right to make it even easier...
Regards,
Lisa in AR - off to the shower after working with my DH to get three different piles of cut wood under the carport, now that the weather's cooling off.
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So husband has two new sets of slacks and he's walking around bragging he looks better than me. He also was able to buy size 34 slacks instead of 36's. Its good natured, and I am proud of him, but I told him because I went up a size with the slacks I bought, that I could kick his @$$ now, so there's that..😂😂. Men... Oh and he's started wearing his collared, button down shirts too. He says he needs a sweater vest. Lawdy.
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Lee- such a card isn't he lol
Lisa- will have to look into what you posted about the chair yoga and others maybe that will help ease me into it3
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