40+ Club : Where the Cool Kids Are
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My gym is kind of quiet about "changes" or "resolutions" this year, caramel.
I will go lift tomorrow.
My 2015 includes a ten lb weight loss....basically what i put on in 2014. Durnit.0 -
Good Morning cool kids.
Got my PiYo Sweat workout in yesterday before I headed off to the cookie exchange. Had a real good eating day yesterday. I need many, many more like that.
Came home and baked a couple more batches of cookies. Am almost ready! 
Am still trying to figure out what I can have as treats for my company that is coming that are gluten/dairy/nut free.
We had such mild weather here, it was raining and foggy yesterday. Today, it is colder / freezing rain. Ugh! Makes doing anything an extra chore.
Beeps, hope you're feeling better.
Carmel - you killed it! Best to work off the frustration than eat it, or bite someone's head off. I had an rather unpleasant encounter yesterday.
mygynsac - that was a lot of eggs! Those muffins sound delish! And, there is nothing wrong with treating yourself every now and then. A new iPad is a nice one!
Welcome detholman.
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Good Morning Cool Kids!
It's nuts at work this week -- trying to finish a bunch of projects so they're not hanging around when I get back from vacation after the holidays!
Myg...I'm so curious about those mushrooms!
The egg spree sounds great
Sdereski, you're on a serious streak! Hmmm, gluten, dairy and nuts, that's a tough one, but I'll put my thinking cap on for treat ideas.
Caramel, all I can say is that it's a good thing for your button-pushing co-worker that your gym has boxing and body attack classes! You know you've achieved cool when your teenager borrows your clothes. Of course we've always known you were cool!
Mzklutch, I hope you're settling into the new digs! I haven't ridden with other bikers yet. I got out this weekend, but Buttercup was having some fuel issues, so the ride got cut short. Fuel injector? Not sure.
Beeps, I sure hope you're feeling better soon. Glad it didn't happen over the holiday! Get the bugs gone.
It was a bumpy day at sea Sunday, and windy, but tons of fun. I'll try to attach a picture. ... must be too large. I'll try to fix.
I'm leading staff training this morning, so have to mosey off.
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Curious...I was thinking of you when I was throwing away those mushrooms the other day! I thought she would know if these things were edible.0
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Thanks for the well wishes, sdereski and curious!
I still feel like crap. I did go lift anyway. Will nap this aft. Have kids band concert to attend tonight.0 -
Hey Kid's!
So been getting crafty making Christmas presents this year. So here's a few pictures of some of my accomplishments so far. 1st gifts for my niece.
2nd gift for a cousin.
The rest for Josie. LOL
1 pound from goal; though may go lower. Sitting here with the hiccups right now. Had to borrow our son's mouse our's is acting up. I will get back to the gym this week!
Carmel- you know your cool when a teenager borrows your clothes. LOL.
I did buy a pair of pink skinny jeans this weekend myself.
Larro- Nice picture. Just say no to the facial hair. LMAO. I'm lucky if my husband shaves once a month.
Kelly Sue- I don't envy going thru everything. Clutter is a big annoyance of mine though with a "hoarder" husband and a 3 yr. old I have to be sneaky if I try to get rid of anything.
Anyway...sorry if pictures are to big. I just used the add file button this time.
Hello Newbies!
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Hello Cool Kids!
detholman - Welcome
Mzklutch - Thanks for the welcome.
caramelgyrlk - I love to box it's a great way to relieve stress and it sounds like you agree. I worked with some folks for over 8 years that were almost unbearable. Hang in there.
Today I'm enjoying the warmer weather here in FL but made a really dumb move this morning and left my workout clothes at home. I guess it will be a late afternoon or evening run for me today so I can get some exercise in. I only have a few items left to purchase for Christmas and am thinking that Santa needs to visit me too. I'm thinking a Ninja blender would be a great addition to my kitchen and be useful for smoothies. Now I've got to figure out if my husband has been naughty or nice and if Santa is going to bring him anything....and if so what to bring him. Some men are just hard to buy for. lol0 -
Curious (I think it was you) thank you. We're adjusting to no dog. Planning to start looking after February vacation. We're going to FL for a few days to see my Dad so DH wants to wait until then. It is so weird. We still have her water dish full in the kitchen. Coming home the house feels empty after 15.75 years with my pup. Then the kids fill it up and life goes on.
Sdereski - message me. I can help you with any recipe you need. My son was dairy free (now outgrown) and is gluten, soy and legume (includes all beans and peanuts) free. I have thought of opening my own bakery but can't get the $$ to work out as my day job is an Electrical Engineer. Have to sell a lot of cupcakes to cover bakery expenses and engineer income. Someday... I am in New England so I know the local stores here but you should be able to find ingredients anywhere and Amazon carries most stuff too.
KS I hate when I break my logging streak. I have been cleaning out too. The kids are very generous with clearing out toys this close to Christmas so we took a stuffed load to charity and a few items to consignment. Feels good and makes me want to get even more out of the house.
Congrats to all for your hard work!
I had a great family weekend but not so great eating. I did get swimming - 23 laps (2/3 of a mile) this morning. I have also set a zero gain goal for this month and 15 pounds loss for next year and a BMI of normal.
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nickpnh - So sorry for the loss of your pup. I know my profile pic has a kitty in it but that's my daughters kitty.... I'm a dog person (5 Chihuahuas). I couldn't imagine a day without them and hope you find another fur baby once the holidays are over. Have a safe trip to FL... the weather has been great down here.0
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Hello gang! I'm in - I will be 45 in May 2015 and striving hard to be the fiercest, fittest 45 year old I can be! Just started P90X3, I worship Tony Horton and I wear a fitbit and strive for 10K steps a day. Oh, and I work a 9-hr day desk job and I'm mom to a 4.5 year old. Phew! That's about enough for now, I'm exhausted just thinking about it, ha! Glad to meet y'all.0
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Nick, I'm sorry about your loss. Worst part of pet ownership. My current dog Cisco was carrying something around in his mouth last night, and it turned out to be an old toy mouse of my kitty Casey I had to put to sleep in 2013 (without fail, every night around 8 pm Casey would run up and down the hall with that toy in his mouth). Don't know where he found that thing, but it made smile remembering all of Casey's antics.0
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welcome Laramom. I have a 9.5 8 and 4.5 and I work as an engineer sitting most of the day. I have yet to hit 10k steps unless on vacation. It is hard when you sit to work and commute. Great goals!0
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Well, I tried to post earlier today and it just wasn't happening! I lifted and moved boxes and furniture from about 8:00 to 11:15 last night. I got them all put in a spare bedroom for now so that I can take them out a few at a time and put stuff away.
As for my streak of 670+ days... it is gone it's a bit frustrating, but in the end, it's just a number.
Hubs is still in the hospital. He has now developed terrible arm and leg tremors. They did a CT scan that came back as normal, but are supposed to do an EEG sometime soon to check for possible seizure activity as a result of some of the medication that he is on. I have resigned myself to the fact that he will not be home for Christmas.
They have found him a rehab bed in Rochester, but they are not sure when he will be going there yet. Hopefully soon.
Beeps- hope you are feeling better soon. You are very dedicated to still go and lift even when you feel so bad!
Caramel- hope you had a better day with your coworker. It is so easy to let others push your buttons before you even realize what has happened.
Kate- Love all of your Christmas gifts. Very cute!!
Larro- I really do like your new pic- you will have to show us one with your facial hair!!
Curious- hope you get the problem with Buttercup straightened out and it's nothing too serious.
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Hello Cool kids, I have been trying to sit all day and get around to posting and finally did. I am exhaling as I type. This is one of those weeks.
Larro like the picture
Kate way to go on the weight lost.
Curious - I am getting settled in the new home but my work life has been crazy this week. I have been unable to get to the gym for early and late meetings but I am managing to maintain my healthy eating considering sometimes stress can make you want to thwart healthy behaviors.
I am looking forward to when I can get to ride my bike.
Caramel - nice way to handle stress, kick butt! Nothing going on at my gym but I may be joining the Y in the new place/town I moved to so I will have to see. I just want to continue embracing healthy lifestyle changes in the new year.
KellySue - I hear ya, posting is getting challenging because of everything that is going on. Hopefully your hubby gets better.
Laura - I have the nutribullet and have enjoyed it.
Laramom - welcome.0 -
Good Evening Cool Kids.
My goodness there was a lot of posts to read. We are growing. And a warm welcome to all the new folks. I had to get to work early to set up for a party tonight. With my shopping trip moved up as well, I only got in about half of my usual cardio.
This was likely my last trip to the thrift stores before Christmas, so I gave a little token of my appreciation at my three favorite stores. One of them is Habitat for Humanity, and I love the work they do. The other two both have food pantries, and one of them gives out free clothes to the needy as well. As much as I love my deals, {have I mentioned I hate spending money?} I know there are folks who have to shop there. But I give for the most selfish of reasons. It makes me feel good.
Speaking of thrift stores, I saw a bare bones weight bench for $10.00, but I was in such a rush, I didn't buy it. I would have had to take it apart to make it fit in my car. And it wasn't very wide or padded. I'm still hoping to find a nice one at a price I can handle.
It was a warm, rainy day here in NW Florida. I ran the AC in the car, and it's on here at work.
Kate, loved the pictures.
Curious, hope you get back on the trails again soon.
Caramel, in most cases I am opposed to any sort of violence. But if your coworker keeps picking at you, you might think of combining her face and your boxing. Or at least a picture of her face.
Beeps, hope you feel better soon.
Kelly Sue, I think you can get your streak back. PM someone in Admin and they will see if it can be saved. But the important thing is you are living a healthy lifestyle. Your body doesn't know about MFP.
I hear the party breaking up, so I guess it's time for me to get to work. Maybe putting up the tables and chairs will offset my missed cardio.
Hope everyone is well,
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Hello All You Cool Kids,
I hope that everyone is doing well.
I have to go to a funeral today. It is so sad! My 40 year old neighbor passed away from cancer. She was only diganosed this past June. She has 3 girls that are still in school. So please keep them in your prayers.
Larro - I love, love, love your new picture!
KS - I hope that someone can give your streak back to you. I know that I was upset when it was only 90 something days. I can only imagine how you feel.
CG - I hope that Butercup is up and running soon.
Caramel - I love the way that you process things. You rock in my book!
Beeps - I hope that you are feeling better.
Kate - I am so proud of you in your journey. Don't let anybody take that pride from you.
Nick - I am so sorry for your loss. We have a boxer (Emma) and she is like a child to us. Our childern are all grown so she is the baby now.
Welcome all the newbies. This is a great place that you have found. There is so much support here it is refreshing!
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Hi All! I am not new to myfitness pal, but I am new to posting in the message boards. I have been on a roller coaster of weight loss and I am ready to get off. What has worked for me in the past, has been reaching out to others and getting involved in support. So here I am! This group seems very supportive - just what I need.
What I am struggling with is staying away from bad snacks. I work for a company that gets very busy this time of year. To keep people motivated, people bring in treats almost every day. Ugh. Today I will not cave. My lunch pail is packed with healthy food. Staying Strong!
Jumping in with both feet,
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Good morning Cool Kids,
I used the b-day money I received to buy a new pair of bicycle rain pants, so of course I couldn't wimp out of the dark and stormy ride to work this morning! It was a bit nutty to do, but I really, really need the calorie offset. I did some "power" walking last week, and that set my hip back off, so it looks like kayaking and bicycling are my options for cardio. Since I live in the Pacific NW, I can't let rain stop me, or I'd never get anywhere!
Larro, I really love the new pic. Very disarming smile!
Laramom, I have a fitbit too. I've been wearing it for about a month. I'm kind of frustrated with it because it doesn't hold a charge for a 24-hr period, and it doesn't pick up my bike rides at all. But it is great reminder to get off my butt and walk about the office regularly!
KS, I hope you get your streak back. I know it's just a number, and Larro's right about your body not knowing about MFP, but still... So frustrating about your DH. I sure hope they can get on solid footing with a diagnosis and a plan for you all. You're doing an amazing job of juggling everything, and holding tight to your goals. :flowerforyou:
Hi pedalpusher. Totally get it about snacking. My New Year resolution is to kick the after-work beer or glass of wine routine. It seems that I am way more susceptible to snacking if I drink any alcohol. And the co-workers don't help during the day! It seems that mid October through December the office is loaded with temptation.
Nick, great job on the laps! That's really far! I joined a tri-athalon team once, and my part was the swim. I can swim great, but not fast. We had to swim across a lake (1/2 mile), and I was beat by a dog. So embarassing! Enjoy your trip to FL.
Beeps, I hope your recovery is coming along. Your commitment really shows when you can feel like poo and still get er done.
Kate, your presents are wonderful. So creative and adorable. They will love them!
Cheers to everyone else!
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Good Morning Cool Kids.
E's Mom, so sorry about your neighbor. I will indeed keep them and you in my prayers.
Pedalpusher, welcome. I snack all day long, but I have learned to keep grapes, carrots, apples, almonds and even popcorn around. And like has been said a million times on here, drink lots of water. Good luck to you.
Curious, it's good to see you braving the weather. Just be careful.
I'm behind the curve this morning. I'm on my third load of laundry, but I've only done about a third of my cardio, and no straightening up at all. The cleaning lady will be here soon and I'm not even close to having my part done. And Margie is taking the afternoon off and we are going to Marianna, so I need to do what I'm going to before then.
Margie and I have been married 24 years today. The women deserves a medal.
Hope everyone is having a good day,
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Well, woke up this am to a cold house- yep, the new one! I had to take the morning off from work to get someone there to fix it. It was a piece of fuzz on the ignitor- REALLY- a piece of fuzz! :wtf: He was there all of five minutes! We had an arrangement set up with the seller to take care of some furnace stuff anyway so this kind of falls under that- thank goodness!
My daughter and son-in-law were over with my grandson last night. He needed a bath while he was there and got to use the big garden tub- now he is obsessed with it!! I am in big trouble!!!!!
Trying hard to stick to healthy eating, but even the individuals in my program bring us gifts of chocolate and other yumminess- so hard!!
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Good Afternoon Cool Kids!
I'm so glad to be here and read all the interesting post and see what you all are doing each day.
Emmalusmom - so sorry about your neighbor. That nasty cancer thing doesn't care about anyone or anything. I'll be praying for you and for this family. That was my biggest fear when my children were young. Not being there for them.
Larro - Rainy in NW FL yesterday? You must have been talking about the rain that came through here early that morning. I'm about an hour and a half west of you off of I-10. Love the pic BTW.
KellySue - You sound real busy and I hate to hear your husband won't make it home for Christmas. I'll be praying for you and your family and that everything works out OK this Christmas.
laramom - girl... with all you have going on and doing P90X and striving for 10K steps a day. YOU ROCK!!!0 -
Hi everyone.
It's still drizzling here. We have steady rain and drizzley weather for about a week now. It's coming down nice and slow, so the streets aren't flooding over thank goodness.
This new group of people I work with in the office now have this thing called the 12-days of Christmas snack table. Each of us chooses a day to bring in something sweet or savory. Today someone brought in french toast (with choices of syrup, whipped cream, strawberries, powdered sugar, etc.) and now they just brought in pizzas for lunch. Yesterday someone brought in Nilla Wafer banana pudding. I'm being good and not going back for seconds though! Ha! I'm making sure to load up on the veggies when I get home from work, and with a couple exceptions, I'm staying within my calorie limit, but the sugar meter is off the charts. Need to pull back on that.
My nearly 71 year old dad went to the DMV yesterday to take his written exam to renew his license. He's been studying for it and taking mock online tests for the past month, and he got all the answers correct. I think he was a little worried about it, but I knew he'd pass with flying colors. It's a good thing they don't give hearing tests. He doesn't think he has a hearing problem, but he's wrong!
Curious, I can't imagine riding in the dark and rain. That's dedication!! I drive 30 miles per day, and most of the streets aren't so bike-friendly.
Caramel, I usually avoid the whole New Years resolution thing. I figure if it's something I need to do, then just do it. But, I've really slacked over the last few months on bringing healthy packed breakfasts and lunches to work. I used to be diligent about that, and I plan to get back to that at the start of the year. I've been eating out way too much lately (not to mention all the office goodies). Another goal, which I've already implemented is to go for walks at least 30 minutes per day. Good for the body, and good for the mind as it makes me step away from the crazy office each day.
Hi to all the newcomers!
Better get back to it. Have a nice day everyone.
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Hey Kids,
I see there are so many new posts and so much more engagement on here these days. I love it.
I wrote a blog here on reflection because I find I get so caught up into what I am NOT doing, that I tend to forget all that I HAVE done. Due to that 1011 calorie burn Monday night and training last night, my thighs are really hurting today. With that said I will forfeit Extreme Fit tonight so I can recover. What will I do with all this pinned up energy? As it relates to the nagging coworker, I have ignored her for the last 2 days and it is working fine for me. I visit PS number one tomorrow and I am kind of anxious and excited at the same time. I will make an informed decision once I have met with all 3 and do a reputation/cost comparison.
I will write my usual detailed post a little later this evening. Wanted to check in to say I am alive.
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Hey cool kids - busy day with a morning full of meetings. Playing catch up and follow up after them this afternoon. Will try and post tonight or tomorrow morning.
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Too sick to lift.
But, i had two good interviews. One company is organizing a lunch in january....the other company retained me for some project-work, which will introduce me to the honchos of the company, and hopefully a more permanent arrangement.
Yay!
I hope i am feeling better tomorrow.....so weak.....0 -
Hi All! It was a Jake morning- had fun as usual. Last night I wrapped all of my Christmas gifts and put them around my tiny tree for this year- didn't put up the big one due to the move. Nothing new to report otherwise.
Beeps- I do hope you feel better soon. :flowerforyou: It's no fun being sick. Hopefully one something good will come from your interviews.
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Good Morning Cool Kids!
I learned last night that my 11yr old son has a girlfriend. Not something a mama wants to hear especially when the son is the light of her life. UGH!!! His much older twin sisters were the biggest challenge that a mom could have and then he came along and restored hope in me. He's got orange hair so I call him my orange lifesaver. Anyway I've reached the point where I don't feel like I'm waking up half dead and am ready to start back into the regular gym and C25K routine. With all that's been going on at home the extra time to myself is needed for stress relief.
Beeps - keeping my fingers crossed that something comes of your interviews and I hope you feel better soon.0 -
Happy Thursday morn Cool Kids,
Another successful bicycle commute this morning. Rain not predicted until tonight. On my ride home last night -- when it was raining -- I came across a girl with a flat, no tools, no clue, no rain gear. She'd already been walking with her bike for a couple of hours. It was dark and she was tired and cold. I tried to find the leak in her tire, but so noisy on the side of the freeway I couldn't hear the leak. I called B to the rescue, and he gave her and her bike a ride to town. They say that adventure is hardship taken with a good attitude (and visa versa), and she had game after all that, so I think she'll have a fun life.
Laura, I'm sure your orange lifesaver has learned so much about girls from you and his sisters that he'll make wise choices, and have high standards!
KS, the tub sounds divine. Jake will be doing laps in there soon. Glad your heater malfunction was just a piece of fuzz.
Mygnsac, it is so hard this time of year when you work in an environment full of well-intentioned co-workers bearing treats. Same thing going on in my shop, and I work at Public Health! LOL. "Do as we say, not as we do"!
Sdereski, HI!
Beeps, sorry about the bug, but it's way cool about the interviews! Good luck with that.
Caramel, I will have to read your blog this afternoon! You have, indeed, already acomplished amazing things. You're being so smart about how you're choosing a PS. It's good you live in an urban area so you won't have to travel too far to find a good one. Enjoy your day of rest.
Congratulations on your anniversary Larro! She may deserve a medal, but she's a very lucky woman to have you too! Have fun in Marianna.
Good day to all the rest of you as you check in.
I'm off to teach the last session of QI for my staff.0 -
Morning all. Gosh, it's already almost 11 am. Where has the morning gone?!
Arrived to work today to more goodies on the 12-days of Christmas treat table. Today it was a homemade quiche made with cheese, eggs, spinach and ground meat, some homemade apple coffee cake, and some homemade chocolate covered butter cookies. And I didn't eat any of is. Ok, I lied, I ate it all! Super yummy.
My Dad ordered one of those big blow up exercise balls (Dr's orders for his back problems) and I used the little hand held pump that came with it to blow it up. I swear it must have taken me 45 minutes to get that thing inflated, and today my arms are killing me. After we finished we smacked our heads because we forgot we had an electric pump out in the garage we could have used.
Been eating a lot of salad for dinner at home. Not getting the veggies in during the day like I should. Come the first of the year, that's going to have to change. Since I've been sprouting my own sprouts for the past month, I've been tossing about a cup of those into every salad I made. First time I've ever grown anything that is edible!
I woke up this morning to sunshine peaking through the clouds. We're supposed to get more rain this evening, but I'm enjoying the sun while it's here. Nice day to go for a walk.
Back to work I guess. Have a lovely day everyone! 0
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