WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2024
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MIchele, Our Tesla allows us to get the car conditioned ahead of time so we tell it via the app to be ready to go at a certain time and not only is the battery heated and ready to go but the interior is at the temperature we choose. Yes, an EV doesn't have the range in the cold weather that it does in warmer weather, but we didn't buy it for long distance driving and we are very intentional about when we drive. We have a charger in our garage so we can keep the battery charged to 75% for normal use and higher in anticipation of a longer drive.
Regarding goals ... I am goal motivated. I like having walking and cycling and running goals to work toward each month and year. I like having education goals, goals for the house and garden, etc. Goals motivate me and give me the feeling of achievement I need to keep going.
Machka in Oz Goals like that make sense to me. My goal is to walk at least 10,000 steps a day and average 13,000 plus each month. I have goals for the chores I do and other exercises. I see these more as resolutions---things I'm going to do, rather than goals that imply a finish line. Barbie in NW WA
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Thought I was doing well enough that I could skip the morning breathing treatment but I was wrong- have been feeling wheezy off and on all day- will do the evening one soon and be back on two, possible three nebulizer treatments again each day for a while. I will be sure to take the machine up to mom's Friday night. This is week 4 of this- usual winter episode lasts 5 weeks.
Zumba tomorrow night- had class last night and even though I did the treatment an hour before class, I needed my inhaler about half way or so through class and barely made it through. Will take it a bit easier tomorrow. There were just so many good songs.
Debbie
Napa Valley,CA4 -
Debbie ... I, too, learned the hard way about not microwaving hard boiled eggs! Sorry you got a steam burn ...
Rebecca ... your eldest in that Renaissance photo looks like you!
Vicki ... I hope your co-worker will be alright. Like Ginny, I was wondering how she didn't realize she was missing a shoe. But then I remembered my husband can't feel his feet with his neuropathy ...
Barbara ... good luck with your MOHs surgery!
Squats ... I used to love doing them ... my knees now protest ...
Annie ... it sounds to me like dementia is the cause of your father's behavior. I'm watching my mom say and do things that don't make sense. Also, infection can worsen the effects of dementia. After a particularly difficult few days with my mom, we now know she has a UTI and she will be starting antibiotics. I expect she'll settle back into her more "normal" self in a few days. Hugs.
Had my 6 month visit with my primary care doctor. Blood work all good. Glucose floats around on the higher end of normal but A1C is good. Weight was the same as in July and I'm not happy with that. Of course, I've been eating a ton of cheese and crackers! At least it wasn't a gain ... I attribute that to time-restricted eating ... it could be so much worse if I ate all day.
It is snowing near Buffalo but expected to turn into rain. I'm hoping the snow pack doesn't cause issues with the rain ...
Beth
All my sons look very similar. I couldn't deny them if I tried.💖🤗
As they've gotten older they are looking more and more like Lee though.💖👍🏼
Rebecca
Whidbey
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Machka, sounds very comfortable!💖0
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Lisa - I don’t like showers I take baths in the evening, so I really never have spent time drying my hair. I think this became a habit because I hate getting up. I want to get up, use the bathroom, brush my teeth, get dressed and leave. If I sit or think about being up I just want to go back to bed. By the time I get to the car and get to where I’m going I’m usually awake and ready to start the day. I’ve found it hard with my commute being in the next room.
Allie - do your neighbour’s ever complain about Alfie’s barking? I’m just curious. We have a neighbour whose dog barks every time we step on our deck if he’s out. Thankfully, his owners bring him in if he goes too long.
I wish you luck getting sleep. Maybe Siri will be a good thing after a bit to help him.
Barbara - my practicum is 240 hours, 120 with daycare/elementary kids and 120 with junior/high school. It starts in April and ends in June. A lot of times a practicum turns into a job opportunity so I’m hoping that’s the case. I don’t know much more than that right now. I’m excited because I am a very hands on learner and I expect that everything I’ve learned will come together more on my head then.
Good job on the cleaning. Good luck with the surgery.
Pip - I was sorting scrapbook paper today and found paper I had bought to make a card for Kirby a couple years ago! I’m going to try to get it made this weekend.
The drywall guy is booked for Saturday! I am so excited. I also think Kaitlyn is going to come spend the day with me on Saturday and go through pictures with me. I have 4 albums that will hold 300 pictures each. I’ll see how far I get with this. There was one more I was debating on and I think I’ll go get that one tomorrow.
Lanette - hope the skin flaking is nothing.
I truly believe that walking helps so much. I never felt better than when I was walking regularly.
Machka - it always catches me off guard when you are talking summer when we’re in the opposite.
Annie - I don’t know about your state, but here it is important to make sure names on utilities are proper.
My grandmother never changed the hydro out of my grandfather’s name. She just kept paying the bill for a decade after he passed. She moved out in 2007 and was able to have it disconnected, but 3 years later when my brother went to tear the house down the power company refused to come unhook the main lines from the house. My brother told them that one way or the other the house was coming down and they finally agreed to come do it. He had to fight for a few months to get it done because his name wasn’t on the account that no longer really existed.
Heather - I would take that as an apology.
There are only some registered places here that can take passport photos I believe.
I hope you get an appointment soon.
How old is Edie again? She sure is a wonderful girl. With a heart of gold and spine of steel.
Rebecca - I had never owned a shawl until a couple of years ago. Now I have three! I used them regularly at the office, now I use them when my shoulders get cold during class.
Lisa - I really hope tomorrow is a better day.
When I was walking I walked a lot in the house while watching tv. I want my foot to heal so I can get back to my walking.
I went to see a reflexologist today, I’m trying anything and she was recommended by the massage therapist last week. I mentioned to her that I feel I have been in pain for years. It started in my neck and shoulders, then moved to my back and hop, the I jokingly said maybe my feet will be the last of it. She agreed with me and said that it is common to either start at the bottom and go up or at the top and go down.
Pip - Yay on the license!
Betsy - what a sweet couple of babies.
We are keeping my friend’s dog again this week. She said he was very nervous and whiny about going in the truck with her especially when she put his bed in too, but as soon as he saw our house he calmed right down and was anxious to come see us.
The sitter he had after he was here last time seemed to have allowed the other dogs to eat his food. Here he is the king of the castle.
This will probably be close to the last time he’s here since she is just finishing purchasing her camper to live in full time. She has never towed before so Rodger is going to pick it up for her. Then she has a lesson booked to teach her how to tow. She is braver than I. I would not want to live in a camper by myself. Jeb (the dog) is three legged, I think he would try to protect her, but I don’t know how much he could do.
I finished one assignment today, have to finish another one tomorrow.
Last night was another night with little sleep. It’s so frustrating.
Raquel got everything sorted with the GoFundMe. The total as of tonight is $9213.
Well I guess I should let my phone charge so I can go to bed shortly. I don’t like it not being charged when I’m here alone. I even take it to the bathroom with me, just in case I fall or something.
Tracey in Edmonton
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This is sweet Jeb.
Tracey7 -
MIchele, Our Tesla allows us to get the car conditioned ahead of time so we tell it via the app to be ready to go at a certain time and not only is the battery heated and ready to go but the interior is at the temperature we choose. Yes, an EV doesn't have the range in the cold weather that it does in warmer weather, but we didn't buy it for long distance driving and we are very intentional about when we drive. We have a charger in our garage so we can keep the battery charged to 75% for normal use and higher in anticipation of a longer drive.
Regarding goals ... I am goal motivated. I like having walking and cycling and running goals to work toward each month and year. I like having education goals, goals for the house and garden, etc. Goals motivate me and give me the feeling of achievement I need to keep going.
Machka in Oz Goals like that make sense to me. My goal is to walk at least 10,000 steps a day and average 13,000 plus each month. I have goals for the chores I do and other exercises. I see these more as resolutions---things I'm going to do, rather than goals that imply a finish line. Barbie in NW WA
To me, a resolution is something I resolve to do like "I will walk lots this month or this year" or maybe "I will walk more this year than last" (although the second one is edging into goal territory)
A goal does have a specific finish line. "I will walk 50 km or more in February." And when I reach 50 km, I have crossed the finish line! Does that mean if I reach 50 km on Feb 23, I am going to stop walking? No, of course not. I will have accomplished my goal for the month and then some.
My fitness goals are usually a little bit on the aggressive side ... I will have make an effort but they are also attainable.
If I were to say, I will walk at least 1.6 km every day, that would get me to my 50 km (in a 30-day month) but it wouldn't be attainable because I don't walk every day. Some days I rest or cycle instead. Whereas 50 km/month is attainable because I can make the necessary adjustments to make it happen.
A household resolution might be, "I resolve to keep the pantry neat" ... there's no finish line, that's an ongoing thing.
A household goal was to rearrange and organise the pantry so that I know what is in there and so that it is easier to access. I did that earlier in January. I crossed the finish line. I will probably have to do it again at some point but given that the last time I did it was about 5 years ago, I don't think the pantry will become a goal again for a while.
I am moving on to the next household goal.
M in Oz2 -
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M Agree liver and kidney are the detox system in the body. You can support them with plenty of water and a healthy diet. Reducing yourself to toxins like some cleaning supplies, carpet fumes, paint fume etc. Eating bitter foods helps with bile production too. I also like to take milk thistle to support my liver. As with anything add new things slowly to your diet to make sure you have a positive reaction.3
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Tracey - Edie is ten years old. Some of you may remember the last challenge she dreamt up for herself a few years ago of swimming 1 mile. Quite a lot for a young child. It was for Alzheimers and a few of this thread contributed. Edie was delighted and thankful.
She is the kind of child who gives out a light. Super sensitive, kind, but also determined as hell. She is applying at the moment to go to the same school as her brother, who has an academic scholarship. Edie is a bit dyslexic, just on the spelling side, which frustrates her no end, so she is applying for the 'All rounder' scholarship, which includes sport, music and art.
There is also a drama element, which she hates, but the rest are good to go! Personally, John and I do not agree with private education, but we say nothing, and I think any school would be mad not to have her. She has a tutor to get her academic subjects up to scratch for the entrance exams. The scholarship is worth 40%.
Nearly at the point of publishing my book. Final check, then polishing the blurb. I have a photo for the cover. It certainly feels weird to be at the end point after all this time. Then comes publicity, which I find difficult, but has to be done if I want to reach people. The book sums up all the learnings I have made in my personal growth over my life. My hope is, it will inspire others, and provide some pointers for the way forward. For me, the major growth point was writing and publishing my memoirs, but it's different for everyone. My aim, always, is Peace. That is my word for this year.
I will share the blurb with you when I've refined it.
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx4 -
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Michele,
Many cactus plants roots do run shallow. Most, though, do not handle winter weather for long periods of time. I'm thinking that a good cactus for you might be a barrel cactus of some kind. Of course, you would want to wrap it for the winter months as it is a very high water content plant.
As far as getting one for the blooms goes, blooms happen with water and warmth. Not too much of either. They are also very short-lived. New blooms can come out after old ones die. Blooms are certainly a bonus, but cacti can go years without blooming.
If you are really worried about the roots, you might consider keeping them in a pot. This is good since you can bring them in the house during very cold weather.
Later tonight I plan to go look for some of my cacti photos. I'll post if I find them.
Michelle in NV3 -
She is quite the happy camper..but poor Alfie feels slighted.. had a burst of energy,so got one drawer of the shoe thing done,gave up on the last one ,but picked up around and started dishwasher.
Trying to set up my perscriptions but kind of hard with a kitty parked on you.. but its nice..
Gee thought i had sent this way earlier lol it is now 3 am,been awake since 12:30 went to sllep around 6:30 my sleep is a mess.6 -
cityjaneLondon wrote: »Personally, John and I do not agree with private education
Love to all, Heather UK xxxxxxxx
I have no problem with private education, and if my parents could have afforded it, I would have welcomed the idea of going to a private school when I was growing up.
My husband went to a private school and a potential benefit of that may present itself this year if/when I sign up for a learn-to-swim course. I would only take such a course at the fitness centre run by the private school ... I would not be inclined to take a learn-to-swim course from any of the public pools. That's part of the reason I have not taken a learn-to-swim course yet. For a long time, I thought my only options were one of the public pools, then I discovered that the private school had this fitness centre, and former private school scholars and family get special rates.
Since our trip to Canada, my husband has suddenly expressed interest in becoming a bit more involved with the school. Maybe a renewed interest in his own history.
Machka in Oz
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Michele So sorry to hear about your friend. May she have peace during her treatment.
Heather I love that your grands are so active. Their talents are so diverse as well. Such blessings!
Machka That is awesome news for your DH. It will add to his feeling of purpose IMHO.
Loving the pet pictures! One of these days we will explore them again I am sure. For now my Warmies will have to do.
Tracey I am sure you will learn lots from the practicum. I know that guided my oldest in her career path. Our utilities were in father in laws name until about 10 yrs ago. He did that in 84 when DH bought house to avoid deposits. He passed in 1997. I finally changed them all into my name about 10 years ago so that I could make changes and inquiries as needed. DH still has no utility history.....then again, he had no credit history until about 15 years ago. He is a cash man. He couldn't figure out how my credit score was higher when I had so much debt. He got on board after much explaining. Still mainly cash, but at least has a history now.
I need to get chili in crockpot.
Make today the best you can!
Kylia in foggy and rainy, but warm at 44°F Ohio
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Good morning ladies!
Michele thanks for the compliment about getting back into exercise. I try! And so sorry about your friend in Switzerland. Hope her pain is minimal.
Beth yes my father has some dementia. But where my mother was passive and spent hours sitting on the couch, my dad is still trying to be active. He wants to go swimming at the YMCA but he doesn't have enough memory to manage the lockers. Plus he can't hear the lifeguard.
Tracey yes we will have to change the names on all the utilities. But there's no rush.
We have light rain today so the snow will be a slushy mess. Not much on my calendar, just gas and prescriptions but that can wait until after the rain. And day 3 on my bike!
Annie in Delaware2 -
@exermom
Michele,
Well, I went through some of my albums, and whew do I have a lot of photos. They are fairly well organized and labeled; there's just so many of them. So, I pulled a wild pink cactus/flower that grows everywhere around here, and white flowers that I grew in a pot.
I hope you like them.
Michelle
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I have been trying to read The Bad Weather Friend by Dean Koontz for the past week.
Kylia in foggy Ohio
I see Dean Koontz books in stores (new and used) all the time. I keep picking them up thinking I'll give them a go ... I read the back cover to find out what the book is about ... and I put it down again. So far, the description on the back cover has never attracted me enough to purchase a book. Not sure why.
M in Oz
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Good morning from the socked-in foggy dawn of the Arkansas River Valley...
Many fewer rumblies in my tumbly this morning. Hopefully a better day, gut-wise. Acupuncture at 1:30.
Allie - Love the pics of Siri. She looks very calm and serene... Alfie will adjust, in the end, I'm sure, and she will probably be very good for him.
I'm nearly done with the crocheted infinity scarf that I've been working on for a few days. Trying a new chenille yarn, which feels wonderful in my hands, and is a complete PITA to work with in terms of trying to get it to go where you put it. One of the reasons I don't work with slick fabrics for quilts... And I really need to get back to my niece's quilt. Stalled for a while, and not really sure why.
Anyway--time to get some chores done, laundry, a shower, etc., before my appointment this afternoon.
Later, y'all,
Hope it's a reasonably serene day for all,
Love,
Lisa in AR4 -
Another mocha latte day. I can see a sugar cleanse in my future!
Annie in Delaware4 -
Hello all,
Thank you Barbie, for continuing this group. I joined it once two years ago but my resolution petered out. I'm back and working at it again. I've had to back it up with support from my doctors because my weight hasn't triggered heart disease and diabetes, yet, but it is a matter of time, so I need to work this personal challenge hard. Inspiration from all of you also working through this is a real boon. I get setbacks and hurdles. I just love hearing when you are able to make your way and find a path.
I started January at 279 lbs and hope to eventually get to 170.
I love my family but they are zero help for resetting and building a healthier life routine. I try to tune them out and not talk about it with them. It's hit and miss with friends, too. I don't mind doing it for myself, but sometimes I wish I had someone to cheer about it with. -ajt9 -
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Hello all,
Thank you Barbie, for continuing this group. I joined it once two years ago but my resolution petered out. I'm back and working at it again. I've had to back it up with support from my doctors because my weight hasn't triggered heart disease and diabetes, yet, but it is a matter of time, so I need to work this personal challenge hard. Inspiration from all of you also working through this is a real boon. I get setbacks and hurdles. I just love hearing when you are able to make your way and find a path.
I started January at 279 lbs and hope to eventually get to 170.
I love my family but they are zero help for resetting and building a healthier life routine. I try to tune them out and not talk about it with them. It's hit and miss with friends, too. I don't mind doing it for myself, but sometimes I wish I had someone to cheer about it with. -ajt
@pinh , ajt - Cheering you can get here, in great numbers. I do remember your username, but don't, unfortunately, remember what name you wish us to call you or where you're from. I might suggest that you not look at the 109 you want to lose overall, but just look at this month, lose one pound this coming week, and then set a four or five-pound loss for yourself for February. Lanette has begun a weekly weight check-in for several of this group who need that kind of accountability, if that helps you. Or you could even set an interim goal of 28 pounds in six or seven months, as the studies say that losing ten percent of your weight will help lower your risk of serious health conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. You can do this!
Lisa in AR
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And... my gut went sideways, but I decided to just keep going... which meant that in 12 minutes, had to hit the little girl's room three times, but each time, I Got. Back. On. The. Elliptical. Lordie, some days it's like pulling teeth. Makes me glad that my Fitbit has a pause on the exercise mode. Made me glad I was at home, too, and not trying to scramble around in a gym, making people think I'm unhinged.
The dark clothes are drying, and the whites are washing. Got my shower in after the elliptical so I could get my towels in the wash. Love listening to the whooshies of the washer and the bumpies of the dryer balls. Still need to empty the dishwasher, and need to get some food in me.
Later, my dears,
Lisa in AR6 -
I did another ten minutes on my bike, Yay! So that's three days in a row. Yay!
Annie in Delaware8 -
Betsy in Wasilla Ak.2 -
I have been logging more too. I used to quit logging after breakfast but now I log until mid afternoon. So even though it feels like giving up, I'm getting back in the habit.
Annie in Delaware7 -
Hidee ho from a wet sloppy Connecticut..gave Siri one of those Salmon little pouch treats and she inhaled it..yes they are settling in,but the 2 furbabies will eventually come to grips with each other
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Annie - YOU are the reason I kept getting back on the elliptical. If you can keep getting back on that stationary bike, I can get back on the elliptical. That's what I keep telling myself. We can do this!
For those who don't have me on FB, here's my new night light.
It just makes me happy every time... Not even sure why, just know it does.
Later, y'all,
Love,
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Snowflake1968 wrote: »Lisa - I don’t like showers I take baths in the evening, so I really never have spent time drying my hair. I think this became a habit because I hate getting up. I want to get up, use the bathroom, brush my teeth, get dressed and leave. If I sit or think about being up I just want to go back to bed. By the time I get to the car and get to where I’m going I’m usually awake and ready to start the day. I’ve found it hard with my commute being in the next room.
Allie - do your neighbour’s ever complain about Alfie’s barking? I’m just curious. We have a neighbour whose dog barks every time we step on our deck if he’s out. Thankfully, his owners bring him in if he goes too long.
I wish you luck getting sleep. Maybe Siri will be a good thing after a bit to help him.
Barbara - my practicum is 240 hours, 120 with daycare/elementary kids and 120 with junior/high school. It starts in April and ends in June. A lot of times a practicum turns into a job opportunity so I’m hoping that’s the case. I don’t know much more than that right now. I’m excited because I am a very hands on learner and I expect that everything I’ve learned will come together more on my head then.
Good job on the cleaning. Good luck with the surgery.
Pip - I was sorting scrapbook paper today and found paper I had bought to make a card for Kirby a couple years ago! I’m going to try to get it made this weekend.
The drywall guy is booked for Saturday! I am so excited. I also think Kaitlyn is going to come spend the day with me on Saturday and go through pictures with me. I have 4 albums that will hold 300 pictures each. I’ll see how far I get with this. There was one more I was debating on and I think I’ll go get that one tomorrow.
Lanette - hope the skin flaking is nothing.
I truly believe that walking helps so much. I never felt better than when I was walking regularly.
Machka - it always catches me off guard when you are talking summer when we’re in the opposite.
Annie - I don’t know about your state, but here it is important to make sure names on utilities are proper.
My grandmother never changed the hydro out of my grandfather’s name. She just kept paying the bill for a decade after he passed. She moved out in 2007 and was able to have it disconnected, but 3 years later when my brother went to tear the house down the power company refused to come unhook the main lines from the house. My brother told them that one way or the other the house was coming down and they finally agreed to come do it. He had to fight for a few months to get it done because his name wasn’t on the account that no longer really existed.
Heather - I would take that as an apology.
There are only some registered places here that can take passport photos I believe.
I hope you get an appointment soon.
How old is Edie again? She sure is a wonderful girl. With a heart of gold and spine of steel.
Rebecca - I had never owned a shawl until a couple of years ago. Now I have three! I used them regularly at the office, now I use them when my shoulders get cold during class.
Lisa - I really hope tomorrow is a better day.
When I was walking I walked a lot in the house while watching tv. I want my foot to heal so I can get back to my walking.
I went to see a reflexologist today, I’m trying anything and she was recommended by the massage therapist last week. I mentioned to her that I feel I have been in pain for years. It started in my neck and shoulders, then moved to my back and hop, the I jokingly said maybe my feet will be the last of it. She agreed with me and said that it is common to either start at the bottom and go up or at the top and go down.
Pip - Yay on the license!
Betsy - what a sweet couple of babies.
We are keeping my friend’s dog again this week. She said he was very nervous and whiny about going in the truck with her especially when she put his bed in too, but as soon as he saw our house he calmed right down and was anxious to come see us.
The sitter he had after he was here last time seemed to have allowed the other dogs to eat his food. Here he is the king of the castle.
This will probably be close to the last time he’s here since she is just finishing purchasing her camper to live in full time. She has never towed before so Rodger is going to pick it up for her. Then she has a lesson booked to teach her how to tow. She is braver than I. I would not want to live in a camper by myself. Jeb (the dog) is three legged, I think he would try to protect her, but I don’t know how much he could do.
I finished one assignment today, have to finish another one tomorrow.
Last night was another night with little sleep. It’s so frustrating.
Raquel got everything sorted with the GoFundMe. The total as of tonight is $9213.
Well I guess I should let my phone charge so I can go to bed shortly. I don’t like it not being charged when I’m here alone. I even take it to the bathroom with me, just in case I fall or something.
Tracey in Edmonton
There's something calming about a shawl on your shoulders. My wool one used to smell of incense and wood smoke, so it was like the weight of it and the aromatherapy all in one would help me relax😁🙏💖
Rebecca
Whidbey
Wa3
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