Senior Golden Sneakers............November

barbiecat

:bigsmile: :bigsmile: just another quick hello---where does the time go (oh yes, it goes to walking dogs :laugh: :laugh: ) I went to another gratitude dinner tonight. Ate healthy but a few too many calories---turkey, stuffing, cornbread, salad, pineapple but stayed away from all the desserts.

:bigsmile: the wind blew all sorts of needles and stuff off the trees and covered the driveway and after i saw my over eighty year old neighbors clearing off their driveways I decided to teach myself how to use the leaf blower and clear off our driveway. I was successful :bigsmile:

Sandydur

Happy Sunday!! :bigsmile: Chilly and windy...brrrr I did manage to exercise yesterday and hope to do the same today. Also watched what I ate so I am back on track for now.

Barbie, you are one active lady and be careful or Jake will be letting you do all the leaf blowing when he returns. As far as time I am in awe of how fast it goes the older I get. How can it possibly be so close to Thanksgiving and Christmas? :noway:

Phoebe, I too have two packages in the mail but she will really appreciate yours since she can share with the kids. I sent some Christmas candy and books so I hope she gets them before she meets her parents in Spain for Christmas. I think she is just running out of room for food since she has to hide it all in pots and things so the mice don't get it.

Jeri, think positive thoughts about your mom, I am sure if they thought it was an emergency they would have done something sooner. Your celebration is well deserved after your radiation, enjoy and let them do all the cooking. :drinker:

Marie, you are right I will not give up the casino but maybe just less. I am saving a lot of money without going to bingo although I am still spending it at the casino but I like the tables better than bingo. :laugh:

Chris, I think we have your winds today, thanks for sharing. :laugh: Great job on the sale, that was a great deal!!

Becky and Maddie, where are you, we miss you!!!

I did talk to my sister yesterday and she is getting so tired of the doctors. She went to her appointment and they made her wait so long she was exhausted. They were to do a second chemo on Tuesday but now they are making her go to her GP because she had bypass surgery about 15 years ago and she is getting a port put in her chest so they have to make sure her heart is okay even though they have done numerous EKG's on her. Even when she had the bypass it wasn't her fault, they were doing an angiogram and they nicked her artery which put her into cardiac arrest. She also lost her peripheral vision in her left eye so she has had her share of problems. She is upset because in delaying the chemo she is afraid her Christmas will be messed up. She is also losing her hair so was going to have her daughter take her to buy a skull hat or sleep turban. I saw some pretty ones on the cancer site so if they didn't go yesterday I will order her a couple today.

Have a great Sunday!!
Sandy

6cookys

Good morning,
Jeri, If you ever get to Montana for shopping give me a call and we can meet. Some people from Canada come over because Montana has no tax on their shopping. I am hoping your mother feels better.

Sandy, Prayers go out to your sister as not feeling well and waiting to be seen is very exhausting on ones self.

Barbie, we had the same problem from the winds too. Now we have snow on the ground. The trees have snow and frost on
them too, it almost looks like Christmas. All the passes from Mt to Wa have lots of snow and if it stays like this we won't be going to my daughter on Thanksgiving.

Phoebe, you are lucky you are in warm weather, I do not like the cold. You would think I would move to a warmer climate but I love the 4 seasons. I like snow when it's in December, otherwise I like the sun to shine. Where are you going to be for Christmas, on the road? I hope you get to visit with family.

My day today: Well, I couldn't get to sleep last night so I will probably go to bed early tonight. I was thinking of too many things and could not stop. They weren't anything important either. Also, I drank coffee late last night and I think that was the problem.
We got up 6am but church isn't until 10:30 am so I read the paper and ate too much for breakfast. After church I am going to pick up somethings at the store, I have some coupons and more that are double coupons. As you can tell I am into saving money when I can.
When I get home I really have to do some serious sewing and finish some projects for Christmas.

Have a wonderful day,
Chris

barbiecat

:flowerforyou: I stayed in bed a little later this morning since I had no place to go in the morning. That meant that our whole walk was in daylight. the dogs like that because I won't take them on the trails in the dark and the trails are where all the birds and the good smells are :bigsmile:

:flowerforyou: Sandy, it sounds like your sister has had more than her share of character building challenges.......I hope she knows about the spiritual principle of staying in the moment......I don't gamble at all because I can't bear to part with my money and I know enough about the odds to know that for everyone who wins some money, a bunch of people are losing theirs.......on the few occasions that I go to the casino, I play the penny slot machines one penny at a time and get a lot of entertainment for little or no money.....you're right about the leaf blowing. this morning I thought about offering to blow leaves off my neighbor's driveway just because the leaf blower was so easy to use........I resisted the impulse:laugh:

:flowerforyou: Chris, we don't have snow yet, but in years past it has snowed around Thanksgiving. Last year we had to cancel our plans to drive about an hour and half to have Thanksgiving dinner with friends because of the snow and icy roads. Yesterday I started looking for some shoes/boots to wear in the snow so I can continue my early morning dog walks even when the weather gets wintery.

:flowerforyou: Marie, I think it's your hobbies (including the computer) that keep you so young and active. Keep up the quilting. It looks great.

:flowerforyou: Phoebe, when Jake and I are driving somewhere he likes to put sports on the radio and that's a great time for me to take nap.

:flowerforyou: Jeri, I will be thinking healthy and healing thoughts for your mom.

:flowerforyou: Gayla, how great that Neil likes bowling......hobbies are what give people a zest for life..:bigsmile: are you watching any of the figure skating on TV?

:flowerforyou: After too many events of recreational eating over the last weeks, I'm doing an Isagenix cleanse today....my dog walking and garden puttering are done and now I have indoor projects planned for the rest of the day

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ironing, watching TV, reading, napping, playing with pets:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

phyljen

Hi Sneaker PALS:
Here in Cairo it is evening and it is RAINING. That is so rare that I just had to share the news. It will probably rain only about 10 minutes and that will be it for the YEAR! My mom in Idaho said that yesterday it was snowing so hard that she could not even see the house across the street from her house. BRRRR This is what I love about Egypt. I was out swimming in the outdoor pool for an hour this morning from 5 to 6 am. Great way to start the day. I just had a great day with my class.Hanging out with 8-9 year olds is quite refreshing most of the time. I just love those kids.

Shirley, Sorry to ask but I missed who was getting married. Glad you got to go and hope that you back felt ok the whole night.
Jackie, enjoy your trip.

Gayla,I AGREE Bowling is fun. :laugh: ( even though I get a lot of gutters) I kept telling my husband for years we should open up a bowling alley but we never did. Now there are bowling alleys around and someone else is bringin in the cash.:ohwell:

Barbie, I loved your grocery story and just imagined you sitting down to eat a whole chicken... but of course you didn't do that after all. I bet you feel so much better than you did before you lost all that weight. Do your old teacher friends even recognize you now days? or do you ever even see them.:bigsmile:

Buzz, have you tried any tasty recipes lately? Love all your cooking tips.:drinker:

Chris, I have made pocket bread before but that was when I lived in the states. it is so cheap to buy over here that I don't waste my time. Plus it is sooooo good when it is fresh out of the oven. ( the bakery oven that is!):happy:

Becky, What have you been doing for fun lately?:happy:


Jeri, How is your mom feeling? and You too. Hope all is well in your part of the world.:flowerforyou:

Marie, My mom is making ragtime quilts now. Do you ever make those kinds? they sell pretty goo. I have one that she made me and when it gets cooler I'll pull it out of the cupboard and fight over it with my husband.


Phoebie, Keep on being YOU. I love reading your posts, I always smile no matter what you say to everyone.:laugh:

Sandy, I went to Youtube and watched your niece sing. she is sure a beautiful girl with a great voice. Thanks for sharing that with us.

Well I think going to bed early would be a wonderful idea and a treat for me. Getting up at 5 every day and working until 5 at night makes for a LONG day and sleep sounds good to me right now.

Have a super Sunday everyone. Phyllis

delraybuzz

Our concert Friday Night was amazing; while Klezmer is such fun, after awhile it all sounds the same. This fabulous group of musicians gave us such a varied concert, though. They were from all over the world, and really master musicians. And at the end, there was a huge surprise; an 8 year old girl was introduced, and she sang operatic exerpts and other songs with the voice and aplomb of a professional adult! I'm still in shock at her performance, appearance and everything else about her. I think her name was Biana (or something like that) and I suspect we will be seeing her on TV one of these days, as she has been winning all kinds of competitions here in Florida. And she's simply adorable, as well!

BARBIE, I know just what you mean about that whole delicious chicken! I love the rotisseries and No Cooking! WOW! I guess you all miss Jake at least a bit !
GAYLA, you brought back sad memories of my uncle who was killed in the Pacific my a "mistaken" raid by American planes! War is such a dreadful way for human beings to solve anything; it really cheapens life! If only we human beings could learn to communicate!
JACKIE hope your visit to Tewksbury will be just lovely! You can use that change of scenery and relaxation!:happy:
SHIRLEY so how was the wedding???? ANd yes, a different restaurant sounds like a good idea. Glad the back is improving.
SANDY, your DH will do fine walking with the boot! Just a bit ungainly, and foot surgery takes patience to heal, but good luck and he will eventually feel much better! ANd the news about your DS is encouraging:flowerforyou: ! Now just take care of yourself and the stress you must have been going through! And you must be so proud of Katie and her volunteerism! Very special!
CHRIS, sounds like you hit the sweater jackpot! And by the way, we succumbed to splitting a hero, also. Called the Thanksgiving Special at out Publix Supermarket. Oh was that good!
MARIE, I can't believe you are not interested in anything other than the quilts! You are a mainstay right here on our forum, and your interests keep the rest of us jiving!
JERI, we'll all keep our fingers crossed for your Mom, and of course hope it's just one of those things we grow with "maturity"! At least you are sounding better, and that's great news! As far as winning, if I were the only one playing, I still couldn't win a thing! Never have, never will. Perhaps it's why I don't play cards!!!
PHOEBE, doll, my head spins trying to keep track of where you are now!!! I picture you driving into CA and the next thing you mention is AK! Amazing to one who has only driven cross country one time! I loved every minute of it, too, but repeating it constantly would wear me out! And you accomplish so many other things, I really admire you!
SANDY, I just saw your new post re: your DS, and our hearts go out to both of you! My DS got some rather nice inexpensive wigs to see her through the aftermath of her chemo, and they looked adorable on her. Of course, they were warm to wear, too!
Hey there, PHYLLIS, sounds like you have adapted beautifully to such a different culture. How long have you been living in Egypt?
Yes I think I added my recipe for Steak Diane (healthier version) to our recipe topics, and I must say, my mouth waters when remembering how delicious pita is in the Middle East! What we get here in the states is too doughty, except for my favorite Greek restaurant, where I think they make their own! thin, crispy soft! Wonderful stuff! And with Tzatziki, pure heaven! Isn't it amazing how rain can become such an event? I was once in Jerusalem around Christmas time and it actually snowed! A rarity!

Well, despite my oatbran high fiber high protein pancakes this morning (I mixed the 2 flour mixes together and they were fabulous) I think I'd like something for late lunch, so have a great finish to the weekend everyone.

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pjsatticPhoebeWaleskaGA

Buzz, your little girl wonder probably already has videos on youtube. If you get her name, we can look for her.

Phyllis, I googled ragtime quilts, oh they sound like a fun project. If anyone knows of projects where there are no straight lines, let me know. I cannot do anything with straight lines, especially hems! I make such a mess, , my log cabin squares, if the mice havent eaten them, look like they were made from a very crooked pattern! Maybe I should let the mice have them and start over!

Buzz, not Alaska, but Arizona. I would love to go to Alaska, especially if they send us in the truck, less expensive for us.

We found out this morning that our boss has had a heart attack and he is hospitalized. I think he is stable for now. One year ago he had a kidney transplant and has struggled with rejection, including fluid retention.

We are supposed to get reloaded today, and then head for TN. Hope you are all up on your state abbreviations!

Barbie, you are funny, with your leaf blower. In a rest area in AZ. Yesterday, it was so windy, leaves were swirling in the air, and there were two employees using leaf blowers to make busy work for themselves. Lol, it was not very productive for them or the le
We will be home at Christmastime but not Thanksgiving.

Sandy, I remember how tired my late MIL would be after her treatments, and yes, they had her go to several different doctors too. Always getting assurance before they do anything, but with the patients best interest at heart. After her treatments, we wanted to take her out for lunch, but we often went thru a drive thru instead. Then she could rest on the drive home. Eventually, it was her heart that led to her death got to go
phoebe

delraybuzz

Phoebe, her name may have been Brianna, or Bianna or something similar. I haven't the vaguest idea how to look up anything on YouTube, since my son always sends a link to his entries. Too easy!
Also, I thought you mentioned Arkansas, which is ????? I can barely figure out your travels, but it was where you hoped to see your nephew??? And that's just before Tennessee, isn't it...on your return trip? I get easily confused, love!
Buzz

delraybuzz

OK Phoebe, ya got me workin'. The kid's name is Biana Pinchuk and she's got a lot of videos on youtube! Most are at least a year old. but there's one recent tryout for an AT&T competition which shows her amazing upper tones! Thanks for cluing me in.
Buzz

pjsatticPhoebeWaleskaGA

OK Phoebe, ya got me workin'. The kid's name is Biana Pinchuk and she's got a lot of videos on youtube! Most are at least a year old. but there's one recent tryout for an AT&T competition which shows her amazing upper tones! Thanks for cluing me in.
Buzz

Yay Buzz! You found her! Lots of music on youtube, I get carried away, and spend easily an hour just playing videos. Will ck out ms. Pinchuk

CALIECAT

From Phylis......................
Marie, My mom is making ragtime quilts now. Do you ever make those kinds? they sell pretty goo. I have one that she made me and when it gets cooler I'll pull it out of the cupboard and fight over it with my husband. Phylis I just made one and will go back nd try to find it to post here I am thinking about making a vest out of it for this spring.

CALIECAT

Sandy hoa do you get your pictures to be smaller from photo bubket. They did not used to be this big. Way to big. Sorrry about that. Should have got Alice to check on it while she was out. But forgot about it.


Marie

Swissmiss

Good morning all.

It is now Monday and I am getting back to logging. I always neglect to do this over the weekend. Mainly because I do so bad. I hope that everyone had a great two days. If all goes as planned, I will be working only four days this week. I have asked for Friday off. This way I can drive my daughter to school since she has to be there early this Friday. Her class is traveling to Columbus to see some ice scaulpturing. That probably isn't spelled right. In fact, I know it isn't.:bigsmile:

Shirley61

SwissMiss: Trying to post on the weekends is difficult for me too. Too much going on and
I have an active husband who doesn't let the grass where he walks. I am
the older one and always trying to keep up. :bigsmile:
Sandy: Your sister should has a lot to deal with. I hope some good news comes her
way soon. We think we have problems until we hear what other people go through.
Chris: You say you lived in Montana? One of our attorney's here in the office goes hunting
on horseback every year in Montana.
Buzz: Your concert sounds like fun.
Phoebe: You mentioned you liked football. Our team here in Buffalo (The Buffalo Bills) were
doing great but not so much anymore. They lost 44 to 7 yesterday.

Jackie: Hi from Canada !!

Our wedding was good but I did want to dance more than I did. Dave and I had two slow dances all night.
The music catered to the younger people and the DJ didn't have variety of music for us older folks.
Anyway, the bride was beautiful and the food was great. They had Prime Rib, veges, garlic mashed potatoes,
pasta, bread and dessert. The cake was a cupcake cake.The top of the cake was a small cake which they
cut and the rest was cupcakes in the color theme of the bridesmaids.

My back is doing better. Still trying to get it back to where it was. My exercising has been limited but still
doing something everyday. My eating has been horrible and I need to get back at it.

CALIECAT

I do all of mine in my mind.. Wow it just blow my brain out


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delraybuzz

MARIE...love your excercises!
BECKY, I think you meant JOGGING???:laugh:
SHIRLEY, sounds like the wedding was terrific. Nice to have good things to attend.
Finally got back to our Fitness Center, so I'd better log it! I almost forgot. Hoping to get to a new Greek restaurant tonight and try their lamb chops. So far, I haven;t even showered again! So lazy, so late, though I had to wash the kitchen floor twice, darn it. DH is getting sloppy in his maturity! Ugh...
Buzz

Sandydur

Happy Monday!! :bigsmile: I went to see my sister today for a couple of hours before her doctor's appointment. She was in good spirits but oh so thin, I think she must weigh 100 pounds, also her hair is kind of patchy but at least she was sitting up talking to me in her chair. She is going to one doctor today to get the approval for the port to be put in Thursday and hopes they can do chemo on Thursday also. She is not looking forward to it, but is still fighting hard. One of her neighbors came while I was there and brought her a prayer shawl, that brought her to tears and my chance to give her a big hug. As the ladies made the shawl they pray and they enclose a card saying she should wrap it around her shoulders with all the prayers of the ladies. It was very moving and made my sister so happy. I will find out later in the week whether she wants me to sit with her through chemo although I think she prefers not. I am just glad I was able to see her in her home and hope for many more visits.

I did not get a chance to exercise and maybe will try later but right now I am tired and think I will take a nap.

Have a good day.
Sandy

pjsatticPhoebeWaleskaGA

Sandy, so glad you had a good visit with your sister. Does she already have one of those heated throws? It would make a good gift for her. If she has a favorite chair, a warm but light weight blanket would be a good gift for her.

Have a good night everyone.

barbiecat

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Jake came home a day early from his trip., He got up at 3 AM and got on the road early and got home 700 miles and 13 hours later:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

:bigsmile: the dogs turned themselves inside out with happiness to see Jake but Bernie ignored him for a few hours before getting into his lap:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Swissmiss

:flowerforyou: Barbie, so glad that Jake made the trip back home safely. Sounds like he really missed you.

:flowerforyou: Sandy, my heart goes out to you. I had a very sick sister also.

:flowerforyou: buzz, I went back over a few of the posts. I am not sure what you meant by saying that I meant jogging.

:flowerforyou: Marie, I think that you have hit on something. If we think about getting stronger and leaner while exercising then we will. The mind does have a lot of control over us.

I didn't get to my strength class last night. Parent-teacher conference was scheduled for 5 so that I could make my 5:30 class. Well, didn't get in to talk to the teacher until 5:30.:cry: