WOMEN AGES 50+ for MAY

frogmama

Evening Ladies,
I should have been taking notes as I was reading. I just wanted to check in and log my food, and before you know it, here I am reading all of the thread! I went to zumba tonight, came home and showered and then hopped on the computer. That was a mistake- it is now 9:30 and I have to get up for work at 3:30am. I swear getting on this computer is addicting. Be back tomorrow....

edmontonukeplayer

Hello,

So glad to report a wonderful May 2. The weather is pleasant so I went for a long walk in my old neighbourhood. Saw an old friend or two and enjoyed seeing how things have changed in the decade since I left a home where I brought up my daughter and lived for just about 2 decades. In my 30s I ran for an hour each day so I got very familiar with all the great streets and paths. Today, I walked for an hour on my favourite old routes, pushing my grandson in his stroller. Exercise was wonderful today!

I appreciate the sharing regarding the 17 day diet. I am going to consider including that plan as part of my goals for June, especially if the feedback from those of this forum is positive. For May I will stick with my current goals and MFP.

Sending out good wishes for healthy eating to all of you today,
Karlene

AEisele

Hi all. It's hard to believe it's May already. Here's to a great month!

Mary, I chuckled just pictureing you walking being followed by the cats. We have cats so I know how funny it must look.

Well hope everyone has a great month

anotheryearolder

Mimi – Love the new pic! It's odd, here you are going from grey to brown and I am seriously considering doing the opposite. I think I just need a change as well. :laugh:

I laughed when I read about your 20 year old grandson and the possibility of his making you a great grandma. That is exactly what my 20 year old granddaughter did to me in March!

Jeannie – So sad to hear about your friend. Life is so capricious; one accident and it can be over. I like our fearless leaders idea of a gratitude list. Taking a few moments every day to be grateful can help put things in proper perspective.

Kackie – Wow! You have painted buntings? That is so cool! :bigsmile:

Just an hour or so ago DH came inside, got the binoculars, and finally announced that there was a male bluebird sitting on the BB house. He went in and out a couple times, hung about in the trees, and came and got a drink at the bird bath. I'm sure hoping there is a family in that box! If so, I will get out the meal worm feeder DH made and stock up on meal worms. I have the telephoto lens on the camera and am anxiously awaiting further developments! :happy:

Dee – Hooray on the BB family! Hopefully I can report on one soon too.

Amanda – So glad you are feeling better and the surgery went well for the grandson!

Robin – Happy anniversary! It sounds like you two have a great thing going.

Lorri – I liked your list. I have noticed all those great changes too. :drinker:

Barbiecat1 – Welcome back! What you said about white carbs and sugar sure resonates with me. Give me a little and I just want more. If I leave it alone entirely, I don't miss it.

Pmjsmom – I hear you. I need to kick it in gear as well. I'm back to logging and just getting it right for today. Tomorrow and yesterday don't matter.

Chiclet – Happy moving day! I'm happy for you.

Mary - Well no, I have never walked my dog with trailing cats but have done it with a ferret on my shoulder. Does that count?

Sorry about the book but I just had to say hello to a few of you. We are such a big group now - wow!

One of my May goals will be to check in briefly (unlike today:huh: ) every day.

Faye

jam0525

Mary, I had a cat who went on walks with me. It was very scary, but hard to keep her from coming. I picked my path very carefully where there weren't any loose dogs and lots of trees. The cat's name was Una Kitty and she lived until ripe 18 years old.

I had a good day and stayed in my calories.

Have a great evening all,

Jeannie

jam0525

Mary, I had a cat who went on walks with me. It was very scary, but hard to keep her from coming. I picked my path very carefully where there weren't any loose dogs and lots of trees. The cat's name was Una Kitty and she lived until ripe 18 years old.

I had a good day and stayed in my calories.

Have a great evening all,

Jeannie

grabbit97

Thanks for all the encouragement... I finished day 1 of c2, and feel good, not hungry.. spread my fruit and yogurt out (had the last yogurt at 9 pm), and it keeps me from being hungry thru the night.. I skipped it last night, we were out late, and I woke up hungry, so it does help to have a little something later in the evening.

Went to the doc today, she took me OFF one of my diabetes meds.. YEAAAAAH... good news... gotta keep up the weight loss, however slow it will become, I have to keep at it.

Again, thanks for all the support...

I never heard of WALKING a CAT? Is this done on a leash???

Natalie

barbiecat

:flowerforyou:Mary, you did an amazing job of responding to everyone.:bigsmile:

:brokenheart: Kathy and Viv, I agree that feeling "blah" can be worse than being really down.........one of life's biggest enemies is the feeling of "is that all there is" or "what's the use" glad you are bouncing back :bigsmile:

:flowerforyou: Karlene, you are farther north than I am and we are having a slow start to spring.....the weather report said that this was the coldest April ever here

:flowerforyou: Linda, the perfectionist in me always wants to respond to everyone and occasionally I do, but mostly I just give up and respond to one or two, or just talk about myself :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: four miles is impressive :bigsmile:

:flowerforyou: Vicki, you did an amazing thing losing weight on your trip......I know how hard you worked on both food and exercise :bigsmile:

:bigsmile: Joan, keep coming back :bigsmile:

:bigsmile: Zuback, it always helps me to log my food before I eat it so I can change the food, or add exercise after supper.

:bigsmile: natalie, congratulations on your success with your 17 day plan........your commitment is impressive

:bigsmile: Chiclet, moving is super stressful.....you are doing a fabulous job.....just take it one minute at a time

:bigsmile: Star, how great that you could get away from using a walker.

:bigsmile: Peggy, your success is amazing.....you inspire us all :bigsmile:

:drinker: nursecheryl, many people who don't like to exercise start by taking a walk and in time gain the inclination to do longer walks or something more strenuous......I walk with music on an mp3 player so I am entertained and the time passes faster

:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: my cat, Haifa, will walk short distances with us but he doesn't like to get too far from the house. :bigsmile: today the dogs went crazy chasing birds at the dog park and I wondered if I would ever get them to come to me to get leashed up to go home.......we were there so long that I burned enough calories to have a peanut butter snack :bigsmile:

mimi7grands

Ohmigoodness. I thought I'd hop on here and respond to a few posts. A few? An avalanche! :noway: :happy: :happy: I'll try tomorrow. In the meantime, I wanted to check in. I do better when I keep up with posts and at least post something on here.

I took Izzy with me today to Elk Grove (about an hour away) to look at some potential siblings. We went to a rescue place called Kritter Koral. There must have been 70 dogs there, all barking at once. I couldn't take it and neither could Izzy. I don't know how the people who work there handle it. Bless them for their hard work.

At any rate, we left empty handed. I didn't find a match for Izzy who is, or course, wonder dog! :laugh: I'll keep looking though. I think she'd like a playmate. Even when we've played a lot during the day, she's pawing my shoulder and nipping at my clothing to try to get me to play some more.

After visiting the rescue place, we stopped by the dog park. There's a nice group of people there who are regulars. Izzy mostly hung out under my chair. I tried to get her to fetch but she was having none of it. The only time she socialized at all was when I walked around the area. She had to keep an eye out for the other dogs!

Speaking of keeping an eye out, I was out on our property with her this morning without her leash. One of the neighboring hawks swooped down maybe 20 feet over our heads. I keep hoping hawks are not really a threat but this one was sure interested.

Once I move into my new place (part of the "big" house, 300' away or so from where I am now), I plan to build a small yard with wire fencing and put shade cloth up. That will make a nice cool place for me and a safe place for Izzy.

I'm happy to see so many people posting but wondering how on earth to catch up with you all. As I read your posts, I think of what I'd like to say, but I can't type that fast.

In the meantime, welcome to everyone new. You've found a great bunch of women and source of encouragement. Congrats to everyone who's lost and congrats to all of us who are hopping back on track after wandering for awhile.

What a great thing (and a novel thing for me) to learn how to get back on track quickly. A couple of days of eating healthful foods does it. I'm constantly amazed at how quickly eating good foods, logging what I eat, and sticking to my calories changes my attitude and "feeling" about myself.

Good night my friends.

lindaj07

Hi all! Just a quick visit to let all of you UK people know that Leslie Sansone is on QVC shopping channel today, if anyone's interested? The offer is 7 dvds and boost bands and 21 day planner for £38.00. Not sure if this is a good deal or not but sounds like it...
Barbie, great idea for the body workouts! I'm with you on that and will try to keep you 'posted'!
Mary, your wee Izzy is soooo lucky to have you! Hope you find a pal for her!
Have a great day everyone! Good luck all!
PS forgot to mention I lost another 1lb this week!

BirdieM

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BirdieM

capricorn144

Good morning everyone...I am wishing all a great day!:flowerforyou:

I start my exercise regime today with direction from the Physical Therapist. I go back in a week and a half for a recheck and then back to the Ortho MD for his assessment for the "frozen shoulder"

I am following their plans and realize its the long haul. The good news...I will be toning my arms as I am losing weight. LOL!

one way to get me to exercise.

have a good one!

anotheryearolder

Just a quick note while I eat my oats. Today will be a busy. I got our grandson a new captains bed from Wood You and need to do some sanding on it while the morning is cool. His old bed finally bit the dust. Then I am taking his dog to the vet for his annual. By the time he and his Dad get home for the day the vet is closed, so I volunteered. Somewhere in here I need to fit in the gym and some gardening.

No news on the bluebirds. I spend a few minutes with the binoculars watching the bird house but didn't see anything. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Hopefully I will be able to post a pic of our new tenants!

Faye

rjadams

I just wanted to say that I am getting really anxious for all the summer fresh vegies. I am eagerly awaiting the farmers stands on the sides of the roads, I want fresh healthy food to fill me up. Working where I do I am in the building before the sun is up (and my building has no windows its a factory) I don't see the sun all day until I leave (and not much sun up here in the PNW lately) I think it is really taking a toll on my mental well being. I miss seeing daylight, so I am hoping that fresh summer veggies will make me happy again. The good thing about having the job is that I have some money and so I splurge on good stuff. I just bought a Kindle and some new clothes for the ST Thomas trip. I buy expensive yogurt because it tastes so good and I am worth it. But I might trade it all for some down time so I could start working out 5 hours a day again. I felt so good when I could do that. Anyway, sorry for the rant. Just needed to vent a little.

I hope you all have a great day. Thank you so much for being part of my life.

AEisele

Good morning everyone, Sounds like we are all off to a good start of a busy day. Carol hope the PT goes well for you. Every little bit helps. Robin, I was thinking have you tride one of those mood lamps (or what ever they call it) that is for people who are effected by bad weather. I know a girl who had one on her desk at work and she said it helped her be in a better mood. I don't recall what they call them but I'm sure you can find it on the web.

Hope everyone has a great day. Looks like I'm going to be stuck at home so I should get busy housecleaning.

sveltewisher

I weighed in and measured myself today which hasn't occurred since February! I lost 2 pounds, 1 inch from my waist, and 1 inch from my hips. I could only imagine what could have occurred if I was paying attention:ohwell:
Congratulations bkrbabe57...Great weight and inch loss!...Off to read about the 17 day diet!

jam0525

Hello everyone,

I do love all the new profile pictures. There are so many and it is great to see the progress everyone is making and to have faces to go with the names. My DD took one of me yesterday so as soon as she puts them on my computer, I will add to the list of new profile pictures.

Mimi- Hawks are an issue for small dogs. Do be careful. Where I live you can't leave a dog that is less than 40 pounds alone in a fenced in yard. I don't know what kind of hawks you have near you. Check with game and fish or what ever agency covers your area. They usually know. Children under 70 pounds are not allowed at bus stops alone where I live either, but that is due to mountain lions and bears, not the hawks and owls.

I did well yesterday. Since I am updating my ticker every week, I turned off the updates on it. It is counter productive for me to get gratz on the same two pounds over and over again. I did turn on the updates for when I finish logging my food. Maybe putting that out there will help.

Have a great day all,

Jeannie

smelliott

BUMP - be back later

grabbit97

:bigsmile: natalie, congratulations on your success with your 17 day plan........your commitment is impressive

Barbie,
Thank you for the encouragement, I do so enjoy this group of ladies (and gents if any)... enjoy reading all the things going on.
It's COLD here in Chicago, high of 50 today, so I think I am going to ride my bike that is in the basement, a stationary one today, I do not like to do that, but I have no choice, it is too cold out for me.
I went to the dentist, LOOK MOM, no cavities.. which is a good thing.
On Day 2 of Cycle 2 of the 17 day diet... so far so good, I am eating my strawberries as I type.
Natalie

wehavethestars

Sally,
I ate too many processed foods for so long. Last few years I have cut down a lot. This means more time in the kitchen, which I really don't like. I cook for the dog, so I guess I have to treat myself at least that well.:laugh: You will be doing a good thing for yourself.

Mary,
Thanks for all the help.:flowerforyou:

Nursecheryl,
Most people who hate exercise, do better when they do something they really enjoy. You could dance with someone or a dvd, swim, bike, or just go for nice walks. I never liked workouts. I did do strength training until my doctor said stop for now, but I love to get out and walk. Main thing is for us to move.

Bkrbabe57,

Wow, 9lbs gone, wonderful.:flowerforyou:

Carol, I was so close to having frozen shoulder. My therapist was angry that after the xrays showed no broken bones or dislocations, the doctor just gave me some pills and no therapy. Looking back, I should have done more for myself and spoke up. My son put up a pulley for me with ropes and handles. I find that helped a lot. I do the exercises every day. Hope to get my arm up over my head again. You are right, it is a long haul.

Sveltewisher, you will do better. At least you lost two pounds. Keep going and as you said " imagine ".

My favorite weight loss book of all time is THE THIN COMMANDMENTS BY DR. STEPHEN GULLO. While the diet part is not for everyone, his advice and strategy is right on target. If anyone wants to read it, get it from the library and just read the first half where it explains why we eat too much and how to stop doing it. I would be surprised if after reading the book, you can honestly say nothing hit home and helped you. tHIS DOCTOR ACTUALLY GETS $1,000 PER HOUR. His success rate is
known to be higher than most doctors. If you have emotional eating problems, as i did and still do sometimes, it is a great read.

MAKE GOOD CHOICES EVERYONE. BE GOOD TO YOURSELF.

Star

cherubcrnp

Good afternoon everyone! So much activity on here today! it is raining here again, I work until 7PM ...I was hoping to take Peanut for a walk tonight, but not in the rain...he won't go out in the rain. So it will be my air stepper in addition to the 20 minute walk I took on my break a little while ago.

Carol, I hope that your therapy helps your shoulder....frozen shoulders are nothing to sneeze at.

vickim26

Good afternoon ladies,
Been a busy day so far. kenneth had to go for his blood work so I took him then took Rhea to school, then picked him up, then brought him to work, since he did not have his truck while on vacation. after dropping him off byron and I went to local mall where I walked for an hour then met heather for lunch then came home in time to pick up rhea at school and get others off bus. whew I am tired LOL>
looks like we have all been busy this month, we may need a part 3 this month.
Natalie I did not realize you were in Chicago. We are going in June for a week. My oldest son is a HUGE cubs fan. has been since he was about 10. We are going to a game and just going to enjoy the city.
Star I will check out that book. sounds interesting. I am always interested in new ideas especially about health and weight loss.
I hope you enjoy the rest of your day.
vicki M

barbiecat

After visiting the rescue place, we stopped by the dog park. There's a nice group of people there who are regulars. Izzy mostly hung out under my chair. I tried to get her to fetch but she was having none of it. The only time she socialized at all was when I walked around the area. She had to keep an eye out for the other dogs!

Mimi, now you know why I walk at the dog park......everybody else stands around, some throwing balls for their dogs to fetch but most entreating their dogs to run and get some exercise. :laugh: it didn't take me long to figure out that if I wanted my dogs to move, then I'd have to move as well.......as long as I walk, they keep moving and we both get great exercise.:bigsmile: it also helps us avoid any potential confrontations with other dogs.:bigsmile: :bigsmile: we all win :bigsmile:

barbiecat

Star, thanks for the book suggestion.......I just ordered it from my account on Paperback Book Swap so I'll get it soon in the mail

You have such good ideas that I figured I couldn't go wrong with a book you recommend :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

smwert

Wow - away for 3 days and what a lot of posts. I had decided May would be my month to really focus and lose weight for good. I already blew it. Maybe I like being fat!!! I dont think I like being fat. I am being good today. Going to have a veggie stir fry for supper.

I will just keeping plugging away and hope for good results at week end.
smwert

marlouise

Hello ladies,

Just a quickie, rain here again today. The weekend was wonderful, moved my eldest sister to a new home, and the next day cleaned out the garage. I was hoping to do some reading on planting roses, I am very good with dandylions. I have one from the girls at the Civic, and it must be put in the ground, somewhere around my house the neighbours dogs don't pee on it, and it gets good light and water. Still need to do some landscaping around the house, so I am wondering if I had an outside planter, the rose could live in it until I had the yard done, anyone with help on this please do.

Mary, I GOT THE NEW JOB, thanks for crossing your fingers. I was so stressed about waiting to hear about it, now I have three jobs to juggle for two to three weeks, I will take a leave from my main job (Tim Horton's) until this new jobs term is over, see what happens meanwhile. I will still work casual at the Civic.

Nice thing about this new job is that I don't have to drive there, it is fifteen minutes from home, I'll be putting on my pedometer and clocking some steps! Two, I will have more time to do gym, bonus!!!

Okay ladies got to get some work done, hope all is well,

Marilyn

kackie

WOW...we ARE a chatty group! It took me a very long time to read all of the posts, but so happy to hear from some folks I've missed for a while and WELCOME:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: to the NEW members! Look forward to getting to know you!

Mary: Wow...you are breaking all records for keeping up with everyone and responding. How nice of you!

Marilyn: Congratulations on the new job! VERY exciting!

Chiclet: I am thinking about you with your move! Take care of yourself!

Natalie: 7 pounds is amazing in 17 days! Way to go!!!

Robin: Happy Anniversary! and I agree...you DH sounds like a real keeper!

I am not going to get to reply to everyone I wanted to tonight. Just put dinner on after being gone all day to a wholesale nursery about an hour away with a neighbor. I will be digging, digging all day tomorrow to plant all the shrubs that I bought. this time of the year I get WAY too ambitious!

I am thankful for each of you and wish you all a good evening. Kackie

grabbit97

Good afternoon ladies,
Been a busy day so far. kenneth had to go for his blood work so I took him then took Rhea to school, then picked him up, then brought him to work, since he did not have his truck while on vacation. after dropping him off byron and I went to local mall where I walked for an hour then met heather for lunch then came home in time to pick up rhea at school and get others off bus. whew I am tired LOL>
looks like we have all been busy this month, we may need a part 3 this month.
Natalie I did not realize you were in Chicago. We are going in June for a week. My oldest son is a HUGE cubs fan. has been since he was about 10. We are going to a game and just going to enjoy the city.
Star I will check out that book. sounds interesting. I am always interested in new ideas especially about health and weight loss.
I hope you enjoy the rest of your day.
vicki M

Lived in Chicago all my life, now we winter in Arizona, but come back the end of April and spend until Mid October here, just in time to leave when it starts getting nasty.... the cubbies are a good team, I personally am a White Sox fan, since I am from the south side of chicago...I am sure that you will enjoy the city.. he can lead you to many interesting sites... Millenium Park is a must..
natalie

kel7298

Hi all. Newbie here. Love to be part of the group if I may.

Kelly

SallyCC

Hello Everyone!
It was another beautiful day here in Rhode Island. I really do love spring. I was really nervous about going to my weight loss group tonight. My scale showed a wild gain. I’ve been so frustrated ; feeling that I am working hard...eating less and exercising more but not seeing the weight drop. Well….the class always makes me feel better and I usually hear something to focus on. I was up .8 of a pound but I am not going to make that my focus. In all of this, I need to stay positive. I know I need to hang in there and give my body a chance to work.



Mary…I hope your pool gets fixed quickly. I don’t like getting out of my exercise routine because it is so challenging to get back into it! Good for you that you did a walk last night. Thanks for looking over my diary…it’s great to get feedback.

Bkrbabe75…. What a great loss in inches. I really started to keep track of my gym time in April and although the scale doesn’t show it, I feel better in my clothes. I get measured at the end of May so hopefully I’ll see a difference.

Natalie….how wonderful that you got off one of your diabetes meds…what a great sign of success!

Star…. Isn’t it funny that we have no problem finding the time to cook for our pets (I used to also for my dogs) but we cut corners with taking care of ourselves. I will definitely get my hands on that book.
Marilyn…..Congratulations on the new job!

Welcome Kelly…enjoy this board!