WOMEN AGES 50+FOR MAY 2024

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  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,264 Member
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  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,264 Member
    Geez, I say HOW MUCH I HATE myself in pictures. I am not as gray as I would like to be, I may end up coloring my hair again.
  • dlfk202000
    dlfk202000 Posts: 3,189 Member
    weather was great, especially while walking the wetlands. I made a point of really enjoying every bit of it.
    Drama with dh(nothing new there. More drama with them again tonight. He isn't home yet. I am not looking forward to when he does get home) and the fact that Ezie has no school tomorrow so I don't get to walk the dog or the wetlands tomorrow and then no class on Monday. There was just the right amount of breeze.
    Will finish the day at just over 17,000 steps today.
    Ezie and I will work in the garden tomorrow. She will plant the potatoes(two kinds). She will dig, mix the soil, plant then water them. I am hoping I can get her to do some sidewalk chalk in the front so I can dead head the roses. If not, I will do them this weekend.
    Will be doing yard work at MIL's on Sat. again. Shouldn't take too long but who knows.
    BBQ at church but I won't be going-don't feel like going by myself.

    I do need to work on the 3d printed stuff- have a show in two weeks in Antioch. Supposed to be a really big one. Have a basket full that need to be cleaned then bagged up.

    Debbie
    Napa Valley,CA
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,609 Member
    barbiecat wrote: »
    :) I learned a long time ago to not compare my insides with someone else's outsides. While I was a rumbling bucket of anxiety in the dentist's waiting room, everyone else looked serene. The new young dentist was very thorough and kind as was his assistant but the exam and x-rays showed what I feared-- two small cavities that will be filled next month and a cavity in a cracked wisdom tooth that can't be filled and will have to be extracted. I have all my teeth and have worked hard to keep them but I guess I'll have to put on my big girl pants and do what I don't want to do.

    <3 Barbie in NW WA

    Yeah, the dental experience is never nice. If they're doing a lot of work, I usually take a couple pain killers and a gravol before to relax me and make me sleepy.

    I know I've got more work that needs doing, but after I get this crown finished, I don't plan on going back until something starts bothering me.

    You've done well to keep your teeth.

    I work with aged care data and one of the government dental goals I read recently is to ensure that by the time people go into residential care, they still have at least 20 teeth. I had to do a quick count and I've still got 25. I bet you've got more!

    M in Oz
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,609 Member
    pipcd34 wrote: »
    Geez, I say HOW MUCH I HATE myself in pictures. I am not as gray as I would like to be, I may end up coloring my hair again.

    I think I've got about as much grey as you do. I debate about growing it out but it doesn't seem like enough grey yet.

    Your short hair, with the amount of grey you've got, looks good!

    M in Oz
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,949 Member
    Machka - it must feel nice to have the flooring being put down.
    I weigh the same as you.
    We’ve batted around the idea of sleeping separately, we do a bit. Rodger does not sleep well, he usually goes to bed before me and wakes up long before me. We only share a bed for about 4 hours when he’s working days. In the winter we don’t at all.
    I really miss that connection though.

    Annie - hugs to you. Would your dad go visit your aunt and uncle while you’re out?

    Lisa - I’ll check Sarah Milican out.
    My practicum is going well. There are no students in this class on IEP’s so I’m working with the whole class for the most part. There are 4 that I’ll be prodding a little more though.
    Today the grades 5’s and 6’s had a character assembly, this occurs every Thursday. For some reason I had it in my head they were studying characters like Mickey Mouse, but it’s our character they are encouraging. Today’s lesson was about honesty. This is led by the VP and gives the teachers prep time.

    Rita - I learned about that cone last year when I was learning how to empty the tank from the camper we borrowed.
    Hopefully it’s easily fixed.

    Barbara - no schools in the summers, I’m trying to come up with some ideas though.
    I just loved Young Sheldon. I’m actually thinking of watching Big Bang and Young Sheldon all over again. I’m excited to watch Georgie and Mandy’s first Marriage this Fall.

    Barbie - sorry about the dentist news.

    I don’t have my wisdom teeth, but have all of my own teeth except one is a crown.
    I’m shocked at this because I never saw a dentist for about 20 years, I’m terrified of them.

    Pip - I’m still colouring my hair every 6-8 weeks, I’m not interested in going grey at all yet. I think you have a nice mix though.

    Not a lot to say tonight, I sure am glad tomorrow is Friday. I’m beat.

    Tracey in Edmonton
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,264 Member
    Machka9 wrote: »
    pipcd34 wrote: »
    Geez, I say HOW MUCH I HATE myself in pictures. I am not as gray as I would like to be, I may end up coloring my hair again.

    I think I've got about as much grey as you do. I debate about growing it out but it doesn't seem like enough grey yet.

    Your short hair, with the amount of grey you've got, looks good!

    M in Oz

    Thx. I want all white, I still have too much brown hair.
  • skuehn48
    skuehn48 Posts: 3,046 Member
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  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,609 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Barbara - no schools in the summers, I’m trying to come up with some ideas though.

    Tracey in Edmonton

    What about substituting in childcare centres?

    I did that one year during the 1990s recession.

    I started in early March, and only got the occasional day here and there at first ... but as summer approached, I started getting 1 and 2 weeks at a time when regular staff went on holidays. I was working between 3 places and by early June I was fully booked for the summer, right through to about the end of September.

    Then in October, I started picking up hours in a bulk spice place as they started getting busy for winter, and divided my time between childcare centres and the spice place.

    But at least if you're working in childcare centres, you're still working with children and getting experience.

    M in Oz


  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,609 Member
    okiewoman510 wrote: »
    Here they won’t do a joint replacement if there is any infection anywhere in the body. The new joint is a beacon for infection and if the infection travels there the problems can be endless.

    Okie in the TX Hill Country

    I'm pretty sure they won't do joint replacements here either if there is any infection anywhere in the body. In fact, they're not keen on doing most surgeries if there's an infection in the body somewhere.


    But about UTIs and hip replacements:

    Effect of urinary tract infection on the risk of prosthetic joint infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1479666X20300561
    "Conclusion
    This study identified UTI as being significantly associated with PJI after joint arthroplasty and PJI occurring via the haematogenous route from the genitourinary tract harbouring bacteria in UTI. Therefore, postponing surgery and even treating patients with known UTI preoperatively are recommended."

    M in Oz
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,258 Member
    I lost my wisdom teeth as a teen. I have the rest of my teeth. Two are capped but no root canal. I noticed since I have changed the way I eat my sinuses and the one capped tooth on the same side I had sinus issues no longer bothers me. I learned when I was researching a better diet for myself that tooth and gum disease is caused by bacteria that grows in an acidic environment. Sugar and too much starch creates this environment. I do try to rinse my mouth after eating with either plain water or a small amount of aloevera juice which is basic.

    I brush my teeth like fine China as Rebecca taught me with a small amount of baking soda and tooth powder made of ground organic bone no fluoride or fluoride rinse. I am also using the mouth tape so I breathe through my nose at night.

    Between the new diet and the new regime in the care of my teeth. I am noticing my teeth and gums appear healthier. Less staining and gums no more bleeding.

    Learning more that the state of health of your mouth can have an effect on the rest of your health. There were years I did not go to a doctor but I always went to the dentist and my routine eye exams.

    I do ask my hygienist about my breath too. She does notice what is called diabetic breath. If she notices it she recommends her patient go see their doctor. So far so good for me.

    I am a firm believer in listening to your body and if I notice a problem starting to try the least invasive ways of correcting the problem first.
    If I have to go to a more advanced way of dealing with it at least the healthier habits I have will hopefully give me a better outcome.
  • pipcd34
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  • Vickil57
    Vickil57 Posts: 1,882 Member
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  • grandmallie
    grandmallie Posts: 10,094 Member
    Morning friends
    The birds are singing outside and its going to be beautiful.. going to try and get some laundry done.
  • SophieRosieMom
    SophieRosieMom Posts: 3,657 Member
    Jackie - good job and great plan swapping the carbs for more meat and/or veggies. Yes, we are one busy group. ;)

    Annie - thinking about all of the challenges you are facing. Dad's increasing care. The potential of losing your home if he goes into assisted living. I could be wrong, but your sis might not only be concerned about your dad, but about you as well. A lot to consider, and it's overwhelming.

    That early dementia program at the Senior Center sounds neat, maybe your sister could go along with you to find out more if you haven't been there already.

    Also, another idea - Area Agency on Aging if you haven't visited them. There's probably one in your county. Their whole job is to provide resources. The one in our county has social workers and counselors that caregivers can talk to as well. Ours is funded with some federal $$ and grants if I remember correctly.

    Lisa - that Feria hair color is impressive. Looks very good on you!

    Pip- love your summer haircut. And your hair color! If you want gray I have plenty to share. I think you'd have liked the picture more if someone else would have taken it (different camera angle) and you could have had a chance to smile. Selfies can look like mug shots, or at least mine do when I take them. :p They all get deleted immediately.

    Rita - You've been getting in some good exercise, wow! Nice of you to put that turtle back in the water.

    Barbie - glad you like your dentist; I'm sure you'll be glad when everything is done. I still have 28 teeth anchored in my jaw, I've lost track of how many are crowned, I know all of my molars are. My wisdom teeth got yanked when I was 18.

    Barbara - nice you'll be able to get back with the BB&B. Glad Tumble took you for a walk, lol. - I know, it used to tug on my heartstrings when Rosie felt left behind and cry when I'd take off to run an errand. :(

    Diabetes Prevention Action Plan - I'm just babbling here so feel free to skip:
    Our "assignment" is to list one action plan that could help delay the onset of T2 diabetes, based on the class discussion last Monday. I've come up with 2.

    1.) Get back to the gym. Even though I get plenty of exercise and activity working outside right now, getting back into the gym habit and doing some dedicated strength training is probably a good idea. Blink your eyes and it's winter again, right? The plan is stop there at least once a week before my early morning shopping. I remember James Clear's advice on getting back to the gym. Just show up if nothing else. Get used to swinging into the parking lot. :p Make it a habit and go from there. :p

    2.) Drinking more water. I already drink a LOT of liquid during the day, mostly coffee and green tea. And get a few cups of water in addition. But I'll start tracking it to make sure I'm getting at least 4 cups or more of plain water each day. Recommendations vary on the need to chug extra water if already consuming plenty of liquid, most advise using urine color as a guide.

    Make it a super day. <3

    Lanette B)
    SW WA State
  • cityjaneLondon
    cityjaneLondon Posts: 12,709 Member
    edited May 24
    Lisa - I was well aware that a UTI would scupper the operation. That's why I was so worried. They do a urine test the morning you go in.
    My problem was that it was hard to tell if I had one or not. I had some leukocytes, but only a small amount, and sometimes none at all on the test. I was just aware that 'down there' was not comfortable all the time and it was preying on my mind. (No pain on peeing.) I am drinking a lot of water, so that may have obscured the results. Even the doctor wasn't sure when she tested, and I think she wouldn't have given me the antibiotics under normal circumstances. Of course, they will send it off to the labs, but she gave me my normal, wide-spectrum, Cefalexin.
    I was very worried about the practice being closed for the bank holiday, and I'm extremely glad I went, and that she was sympathetic. I hope to feel better soon, and can think about other things! :D
    I had a lovely long nap this afternoon!

    Love Heather UK xxxxxxxx
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,813 Member
    Oooh Machka, I love your floors. Very beautiful stain!💖👍🏼

    Margaret yes soft brush and small circles. I was so surprised the dentist said I was brushing too hard and that is why my guns were receding, exposing the roots a bit. I was always a firm believer that the most vigorous I brushed the better.

    PipLove the haircut, and keep your natural color! Its beautiful too!
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,604 Member
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