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Dear Ladies,
I am newly 65 and lost my husband this time last year; I'm also recently retired. The 3 months spent living in the hospital room with my husband, combined with continuing deep feelings of loss since then, have changed a very active & enjoyable life to a more disinterested, sedentary one, one that I know includes much too much sleep each day. I'm sure it will come as no surprise to you that there's been a pretty significant weight gain.
Recently, when all my ceilings were repainted, I had to personally muscle all the house furniture out to the two porches. That seemed a stimulus to go through things & give much to the Good Will. Moving everything back in again, it feels as if I'm starting a new chapter. I'd like to seize the moment & shed those excess 30 lbs (from 165 to 135, where I should be for my height), The benefits most certainly go way beyond the physical.
Today is "0 -1" - only because it's late. The real effort will start tomorrow. Just wanted to say "hello" and that I'm so looking forward to meeting you ladies & sharing your journeys.
I am newly 65 and lost my husband this time last year; I'm also recently retired. The 3 months spent living in the hospital room with my husband, combined with continuing deep feelings of loss since then, have changed a very active & enjoyable life to a more disinterested, sedentary one, one that I know includes much too much sleep each day. I'm sure it will come as no surprise to you that there's been a pretty significant weight gain.
Recently, when all my ceilings were repainted, I had to personally muscle all the house furniture out to the two porches. That seemed a stimulus to go through things & give much to the Good Will. Moving everything back in again, it feels as if I'm starting a new chapter. I'd like to seize the moment & shed those excess 30 lbs (from 165 to 135, where I should be for my height), The benefits most certainly go way beyond the physical.
Today is "0 -1" - only because it's late. The real effort will start tomorrow. Just wanted to say "hello" and that I'm so looking forward to meeting you ladies & sharing your journeys.
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Hello, it is so nice to have you join us. Our heart goes out to you for your loss. It is difficult but it is also very rewarding on working toward a new goal and creating a place for your new memories. You can do it.0
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I'd like to add that if any lady around my age group (55-70) is interested in sharing support, send me a friend request.0
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Hello, it is so nice to have you join us. Our heart goes out to you for your loss. It is difficult but it is also very rewarding on working toward a new goal and creating a place for your new memories. You can do it.
Thank you so much for taking the time to send a welcome. Your encouragement is appreciated!0 -
I'm so, so sorry for you loss. I hope that shedding the few pounds will give you a goal and a bit of direction for a while. This is a great site. I only joined yesterday and already feel at home. Welcome! :flowerforyou:0
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