WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR OCTOBER 2012

Hi everyone

I have a few pages of the thread to catch up on, but I have been busy for the last few days, scraping, rubbing down and painting the sun porch on the back of my house. I'm disappointed because I can't find anything for scraping, painting, decorating etc in the exercise section. So, I had no exercise to log today, even though I spent 2 hours of work on the porch.

I'm back to the weight I was 2 weeks ago, so I guess that is some kind of progress. Aquafit again tomorrow morning. I spoke to the instructor after Monday's class and told her (she is the normal Wednesday coach, but was filling in on Monday) that several people had said that they didn't think the work out was rigourous enough as they hadn't been increasing their heart rate. I told her that I felt that Monday's work out was good and some of the things we did could/should be done on Wednesday. My personal beef was that she changes the exercise, but then changes again before everyone has caught up. I don't think 4 repeats are enough and she thanked me for my comments. We'll see what happens tomorrow.

Good night.

FITDAY says a person 136 pounds would burn 202 calories per hour doing this type work. Hope that helps.

Good morning!

I don't have time to answer everyone today, but would like to say congrats to Linda on hitting the 35 lb. mark -- wonderful! :flowerforyou:

We're due for some snow tomorrow, and hubby actually remembered about my car without my having to remind him. Amazing. He's getting himself something else to drive and returning mine to me tomorrow. I've missed it over the last 3 months.

I had an MRI done on my foot yesterday. I had bunion surgery last January, and it's never been right since. It seems to me that it must be from the surgery, but they think maybe I've broken a bunch of little bones in the bottom called sezmoids (sp?). I can't think how I would do that, as I certainly haven't been jumping around post-surgery. It hurts, though, so I'm hoping that the test shows something fixable. Mom did find some shoes -- DSW has so many to choose from! I tried on one flat, sensible boot and couldn't walk in it without pain. I miss having cute shoes! I live in Birkenstocks and Dansko Professionals. (They both look awful with dresses -- hubby says that everyone who sees me can tell I'm from Montana!).

I also have a Kindle, which I find great for traveling and taking places. I find that I can often get books cheaper in their real versions than their electronic ones, which doesn't make a lot of sense. I do worry about what would happen to all of my e-books if I decide to try a new reader from another company.

Got to run -- hope you all have a fabulous day! :flowerforyou:

I am thinking about purchasing either a Kindle or a Nook. The computer store on campus carries Nook and I can get it cheaper through them. So does anyone have a Nook or have information either way on which is a better device before I purchase?

Thanks,

Jolene

I am thinking about purchasing either a Kindle or a Nook. The computer store on campus carries Nook and I can get it cheaper through them. So does anyone have a Nook or have information either way on which is a better device before I purchase?

Thanks,

Jolene

Nook is the Borders product, I think. Borders has gone out of business in Denver and closed all of it's stores, so if this continues nationally you could end up with a product that is no longer supported.

Hello ladies.

So DH confessed that he didn't let Ritter out the last time he asked to go out on that infamous night because he was getting frustrated with the "in one minute - out one minite - in one minute" routine and it was really raining. So Ritter thought he would show us.

He is better now and no longer allowed on the bed. He took the news pretty well this morning when I told him to get "OFF". He cuddled up with Bodi and went to sleep.

I do think he is in his terrible twos of doggy hood.

On the subject of e-books I aboslutely love my Kindle. It fits in my purse so I have a book with me at all times. I also love the fact that I can make the print large enough I don't need my reading glasses.

Work is hectic as always. Just a quick fly by during my lunch. Take care all.

Robin, Bodi and Ritter.

Mwheatcraft54 -- LOL! DSW is an amazing store, I agree. If you can't find shoes there, you probably can't find them anywhere!

Lin & Joelene -- I'd forgotten that Barnes & Noble bought out Borders! I'm sure that the Nook is fine, in that case. :blushing:

DISCLAIMER: This post has nothing to do with weight loss! Since we're all of an age, you might be able to relate. My husband has been depressing me for the last year by saying that we're "in our last phase of life," or "final years" and we need to decide what we want to do with the time we have left. He might be correct, but I don't like thinking of it in that way (I'm 53 and he's 51, both in good health). My reply is that I want to travel.

Today he popped out with a serious suggestion that has gotten me really excited, although I don't think we can do it because of my parents. He watched some show where a couple liquidated their assets, packed a couple of suitcases and started traveling! They stay in each place for two months, renting a small furnished condo, then move on the the next place. I would SO love to do a variation of that for 4-5 years. The kids don't need us right now, there are no grandchildren expected for several years, we're still in good enough physical condition, we could support it financially... it's just my parents. I moved them here last year and had them buy a house. (Many reasons why they would be miserable in a senior complex). I don't see how I could just leave, especially when they need my help in so many ways. I can see my dad deteriorating physically and my mom losing her mental capacities. They're going to have to stop driving within the next six months, maybe sooner. They've always been good to me, and I don't think I can leave them to hired help in what really are their "final years." If I wait until they don't need me, the other things will have kicked in -- the grandchildren, health issues, etc. I have one sibling in Hawaii, but his wife and my mother totally dislike each other, so they really aren't an option.

I know that many of you are helping care for aging parents, as well. It's a hard position to be in, between dealing with the kids and the parents both. I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts/plans for the future, if you'd care to share. This is a very introspective age, and I spend a lot of time thinking about what's important and what life means. I don't know if I'm alone in this, as most of my friends are either much younger or much older than me.

Good afternoon all, well I am just having a snack before I go out. I swam today and worked on some earrings. I stayed on track, too.

I read in one of the posts about the shirataki noodles and had to try them. I got some tofu ones at Kroger with 3 carbs per serving. I rinsed and had spagetti sauce and sausage with cheese for lunch. They were ok and more like spagetti than bean sprouts. I will use them for spagetti and for my garlic shrimp pasta dish.

Lin- my Mom is here in GA and the rest of the kids live in CA, so it all falls on me. Now my brother does send money, but my sister does nothing. Yes my Mom does drive me crazy.

Borders never sold the Nook, it was always Barnes and Noble, I used to work there. One of my many second jobs. Borders waited to long to get one and it was made by sanyo I think. This is why they are out of business. That and telling all customers that they could buy that book, that they didn't have on line. Where Barnes and Noble will order it for you and you can pick it up at the store.

Tigress

wessecg - the pic is great. You look so lovely

jolene - so sorry you had such a horrible day. The one good thing about having a horrible day is that it can only get better....:)

liz - are you going to use a mini muffin tin when you make the tarts? If so, let me know how that works out. Like I said, the hardest part was having them stand upright.

Linda Sundance - that's just wonderful that you want to exercise. I think in a sense I'm addicted to it.

Someone (and I honestly don't remember who) on here has a son (or someone) who is a chef. Can you please ask them this for me, or if anyone else knows the answer, please pop in to tell me. Anyway, many times I made a cheesecake. The last time I made it in a 9 x 13 pan, this lady cut it into really neat (clean I mean) edged squares. How do you do that? Should you cut it when the cake or whatever is slightly frozen?

Deb - one of our cats had a very interesting way of telling Vince that he'd slept enough. The cat would put his paw on Vince's face.

carolyn - I feel your pain. A few years ago Jessica trained a service dog. You're supposed to take the service dog in training to you place of work, but at the time she worked in the canine unit of New Bolton Center where there were some sick dogs. Of course, she couldn't take Piper there, so I'd watch him while Jessica worked. You should have seen me crying the day we had to give him to the person he would be helping. I kept telling myself over and over that the only reason he would be able to help the person was because of the love I gave him. Even tho I only saw him on weekends (she had to take him to school and to all her classes), I still cried and cried. But know that the kitten is going to a good home where he/she/it will be loved.

Was going to go to deep water, but decided to go swim some laps since I could go earlier. Unfortunately, I missed yoga. But oh well.... It's surprising how fast that hour went by! Came home and Vince and I put the other pole on the other half of the solar cover so it can be wound up. Don't really understand why he wanted to start so early, we needed to wait for the sun to dry out some of the hay anyway. So far I have 14,000 steps on the pedometer, but it did fall off a few times so I probably have more. Didn't go to senior bowling but I asked a lady to get some buttermilk for me at a store near her (they're the only one who sells it in smaller containers, and I really don't need 8 cups, I just get 4 cups, and freeze them), then had to run to WalMart to get pumpkins for Jessica who'll be here tomorrow night. We then installed a few more of the landscape lights. Poor Vince - he's really bushed. Honestly, I wish he had more stamina because I'd like to get more done tomorrow since Loki has a vet appointment Fri so that'll chew up a good portion of the day.

bk2france - welcome! What's the significance to your name? You'll get lots of encouragement here!

wessecg - Yea on the pants!

Laura - I usually find the shirataki noodles in a cool place, usually on the perimeter of the store near the veges. It's usually where you'll find vegetarian cheese slices, etc.

I really need to measure things out. For some reason, I don't use a scale to weigh things, but my measuring cups aren't far away, that's for sure!

Tomorrow I'll do a Jari Love Ripped to the Core DVD.

Lin - how very great for you to be there for your friend. Thanks for those hints about really washing and dry frying the shirataki noodles. I don't think I wash them enough

jolene - Vince has the Nook. The reason he went with that one is because it can also connect to the internet. He did get a cover for it, one that has a magnet on the back so you can open it fully. Vince got his at Barnes and Noble. I remember that he was able to take one home for something like 2 weeks and try it out to see if he'd like it. And he did.

Meg - you're ALWAYS encouraging!

welcome goodlife!

Well, I need to read the newspaper (no, I haven't gotten to it yet).

Hope everyone has a great evening.

Michele

Hello lovely ladies--

Just want to pop in to let you know I'm back. There's no way I can catch up with all the posts for 2 1/2 weeks, so I'll just start going forward.

I've tried a couple of times to log in but kept getting a message that MFP was down for maintenance.

Work has been crazy since I got back. Several deadlines to meet and work has piled up (no one does my job when I'm gone).

Still suffering from jet lag, :yawn: :yawn: waking up at all hours and getting leg cramps in both legs multiples times during the night. :grumble: :grumble: Hopefully I can get caught up on my sleep this weekend.

I will be back this weekend and tell you about my trip.

I hope you are all doing well and are accomplishing your goals.

Micki

Hi again,
I have just been sort of lurking here all month. I do read everything and feel the pain, laughter, frustration and elation in all the posts.

Weight loss has been going okay. I am usually down a pound a week...which is fine for me. I'm about 6 pounds from my goal, but I think my bmi is still way too high.

My Fitbit died today. I will really miss it...for now. I emailed their customer service and they are going to send me a new one. I have heard before that they are a very good company when it comes to making sure the customers are satisfied.

We are really hoping that my son gets home from Afghanistan next week. Nothing has been said for sure yet. Praying!

It's going to be a very busy weekend, but I want to make sure I log food and water and read all the posts. And next week it's off to Phoenix for a teachers' conference. And hopefully some shopping. None of my clothes fit.:happy:

Have a wonderful rest of the week. Eileen

Good morning beautiful ladies:flowerforyou:

I don`t have a lot of time this morning, however today shouldn`t be as hetic as yesterday was, and I should be able to come back and to reply to more a bit later!

Amanda:flowerforyou: I`ll be keeping your family and friend in my prayers:flowerforyou: ! There is sure a lot going on for you righr now!!! Take a nice walk to help relieve some of the stress!!!

Eileen Sure hope your son gets to come home soon!!!!!

Liz Enjoy the corn maze today, that sounds like a lot of fun, as long as you don`t get lost!!!

Micki Welcome home:flowerforyou: !!! Looking forward to hearing about your trip! Jet lag can be a real bear:frown: :yawn: !

Kathy Glad the job is going good!!!! Yay for the PT in the pool!!

Yesterday was so busy!!! My dinner last night was great, we went to a new place here in town and the food was wonderful, I got sesame encrusted salmon and it was served with spaghetti squash with feta cheese YUM! I also had two cocktails:bigsmile: , and they were so good!!!! However I also had two large glasses of water to go with them:laugh: !!! The salmon last night must have had the magic my salmon on Mon. night didn`t have, twice the magic, I`m down almost 2 pounds this morning!!!! Woo hoo!!! I`ve been doing a happy dance, which reminds me, Barbie I love the happy dance grapic!!! I must go and get this day started now, will hopefully be back a bit later and reply more!!!

Drink your water:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: and log your food!!!!

Hugs,
DeeDee

I became a grandma today at 130.She weighed in at 8lbs 2 oz.
her name is Princess Alliyah Rose.
Violet wanted her to be named Rose.
Can`t wait to meet her.
Have a great day!
HUGS
jane

Congratulations! Make sure you get plenty of baby huggles x

congratulations, Jane!

Thursday!

Yesterday's circuit training was tough, and fun. :explode: I'm debating about doing my weight lifting routine today, before curling, or tomorrow, after school. I think, just think, my body might appreciate a rest day. We shall see.

Thursday school day begins with PE, I'll get my heart rate going a bit there too. Two of my very non-athletic girls showed up at the Rec Center gym last week! They were mortified when they saw me there, but kept going anyway, playing with the weight machines and walking on the track. Good for them! I called them "gym rats" at school and they could not decide if they were thrilled or embarrassed. :laugh:

Wessecg – I’m Canadian, didn’t realize the word “fellow” was a give away!

Laura, I hope you’re getting caught up at work, the feeling of being buried in jobs is not a good one.

Janehadji, I hope your foot gets better soon. I love Dansko pros – who cares if you look like you’re from Montana? :ohwell: It’s a great state.

Shirataki noodles…the more I read the more I wonder. Just might have to try it.

Robin, glad to hear you solved the Ritter mystery. DH loves his Kindle for the “large font” options too.

Meg! :happy: “I did have two people tell me today how much better I’m looking and one former students wasn’t sure it was me” That’s an NSV if I ever heard one! :drinker: Can’t think of a better reason to “stay on the wagon”.

Janehadji, What a challenge. What do your parents say? Do they support the idea of travel for you? Perhaps they’d share your excitement and it would give them a focus to “follow” you as you go.

I’d suggest taking month long trips – rent an apartment in the city, the country of your choice and dig into the culture. We’ve done that several times in France, Spain and Italy. That way you don’t leave your parents for too long, and you can keep in touch via SKYPE and other amazing techie ways.

The year my DH and I were 51 and J’boy was 12 we took off for a year of travel. It was the most wonderful experience ever. We went to Bejiing, took the train through Mongolia and across Russia, travelled through Eastern Europe to Turkey and Greece, spent two months in Spain, visited Morocco, Egypt and Jordan, spend six weeks in Sri Lanka and India, then came home via Italy and Germany. We rented apartments whenever we spent more than a week in one place and stayed in lots of great hostels and cheap hotels.

Our next trip is the summer of 2014 – a month in Ukraine exploring DH’s family roots.

Deb A: I started out following the New Rules Of Lifting For Women routine, had to stop when I had foot surgery. Started again with New Rules Of Lifting For Life because the routine allows me to choose between exercises so I can avoid things my foot won’t tolerate. Middle school math! Oh my.

Congratultions, Jane on the new grand-baby.

Amanda, :flowerforyou: So sorry to hear all your poor health news. Kind thoughts and prayers coming your way.

Nancy


October goals:
Try a different drop-in exercise class at the Rec Centre - Yikes, less than a week to make it happen.
Re-start New Rules of Lifting for Life - done
Go for a walk with Buster-the-Dog four days a week - Oh dear
Stay positive when folks get negative at work, surround myself with positive people. :happy:
Count my blessings!