WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2012

You know, sometimes the scale can really be weird. This morning after going potty and not having breakfast, I weighed 135. Then I did some yoga (still hadn't had breakfast) and weighed myself again, this time the scale said 132.5. So I recorded the 132.5 Wonder why this happens?

DeeDee - I'm with you, I absolutely hate going shopping when the store has a crowded parking lot and the roads are jammed. I love shopping, but I hate having to do it when it's crowded. Glad you and your daughter had such a great day, sounds wonderful. Things like that make those crowds worth it.

My Decmeber goal will be to maintain, not gain much. To me, that's reasonable.

At first I wasn't going to go to the mahjongg lunch next Friday, but after talking to the gal, I think I just may. I won't go to the secret santa reveal lunch. If I'm asked, I'll say that I'm planning on it, but I'm really not going to go. The last thing I need is another holiday lunch. We're going to lunch with the Newcomers this Thursday. The place has their menu online so I'll pick out some decent things. The place where they're having the mahjongg lunch has some decent items you can pick from but they give you so much. Last time I got a turkey sandwich and wound up bringing half of it home. The problem is that by the time I got to eating the other half of the sandwich, the bread had started to dry out.

MumofaDuo - now that you've posted, the thread will be under your "my topics" tab. Just click on that, and you'll come right here.

LindaSundance - good for you getting to the gym! I'm so sorry to read all that you're going thru with the workman's comp. How frustrating! Well, look on the bright side -- it helps get you to the gym to work out those frustrations if anything.

Lizzie - that's wonderful that you exercised during the holidays. Keep it up!

gardendolly - just jump right in, the water's great!

BabyJago - welcome! I agree, menopause is difficult -- not impossible -- just not as easy when we were in our 20's. I like your holiday mantra. Some people just can't have a taste, I can usually handle a taste. Unfortunately, I've also found that so many people and places made big cookies or cut up big pieces of candy, many times I need to cut them in half. But for me, a little taste works. It really doesn't work for me to have the remainder on my plate in front of me, but if I throw out the other 1/2, I'm fine.

pwittek - tell us more about yourself. Congrats on the great weight loss. Is there some special thing that you did?

Joan - we're glad you found us. Keep logging in for more support than you'll know what to do with.

kathy - welcome! Glad you found us. I'm sure there are people on here who use a pedometer and will readily help you out.

katla - your goals sound very logical, especially since this is the holiday season. Alls we can do is try our best and hope for the best.

Well, I'm going to post this mainly to mark my place

Not sure that I'll be able to get back on today. Everyone, have a great day. I'll try to log in tonight, but I'm not sure about that either.

Michele

Hello I am new sorta- I saw the 50+ and thought YAY more like me Ill be 50 in a couple of weeks but trust me my body is 50+ =O Ok goals for December- I have two- one is getting in more water- I find it very hard to do when its cold out and second- to get into a reg. indoor exercise routine because I also find that tough when its cold outside.

Lynn

Does December have to be Dictated by the Devouring of Delectable sweet Delicacies? Do something Desirable for yourself and make the Decision to Decline those Devilish Desserts. Think Dainty.

Happy Saturday morning everyone, it's cold here in Portland after a rip-roaring storm last night. I was able to get some work done yesterday in the garden, digging some drainage ditches and burying the compost piles with dirt. I still have to take down a lot of plants, so if weather permits I might gear-up later today and get some of that done.

Other than that I'll be giving the house the once-over, walking dogs as usual, and doing a bit of recording in the studio. A friend asked me to help her with a song she'd like to record as a gift for her beau, so I'll play the guitar tracks and she'll come next week to lay down the vocals.

I've been busy making Christmas cards and will soon start packaging jars of jam for shipping in the next week or so. I might need to make one more batch of blackberry/plum. Busy time of year!

It feels good to be starting my 3rd year here on MFP. I fully intend to spend less time thinking about food and more time with my music and art!

Wishing you all a warm, wonderful day. :flowerforyou: Bundle up! Brrrrr!

jb

Actually, I wasn't finished yet! (1) log my food everyday and stay within calorie goal (2) Plan my days when I have holiday functions so accomplish goal #1. (3) Enjoy the holidays in moderation. (4) Drink more water. (5) Get in exercise everyday. (could be picking up pecans, its' good for the waist!). I know I need to be more specific and I'll work on that one.

Michele - I love how you give support an encouragement to everyone.
OK, ready, it's a new day. Go for it.

Happy December, Y'all! :happy:

here are my goals for December:

try to maintain, not gain.

continue to go to physical therapy, and to go to the gym on my own at least twice a week.

try to not go back to Maggie's Bakery and buy more cookies..... they are the BEST..... (sigh)
i really messed up yesterday by buying those cookies.....

work as hard as i can on getting stronger so my doctor will let me go back to work

keep focused on the Reason for the Season--- it's NOT about me....

read the posts as often as possible to keep motivated to make the RIGHT choices

i think that'll do it for now...

have a GREAT day!

Janie :flowerforyou:

My goals for December are:

1. Try to lose 35 lbs in time for Christmas - I've lost 33.5 already, so only 1.5 to go; I only need to lose 0.5 lbs per week to get there;

2. Keep logging every day - even Christmas Day and definitely on the 4 days I have between now and Christmas when I have to go to events that I cannot avoid.

3. Try to drink more water - I just about make 4 glasses a day (How big ARE the glass sizes on here - anyone know?). The rest of my fluids are made up of tea and coffee

4. Try to exercise as much as I can but at least 10 minutes per day, bearing in mind my arthritis, which can get quite bad during the colder weather.

I'm not setting myself huge goals because the ones above are SMART to me - Specific, Manageable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-limited.

Good Morning Ladies from Missouri

I did Ok with my Nov. goals and managed to lose some pounds despite the Thanksgiving holiday meals.:drinker: :drinker:

Barbie: I also loved your inspiring words for us. We need to be reminded that If we goof up, we just need to get back on track! Each month is a new beginning as is each day.

Linda: I hope you get some resolution to your WC issues real soon. Keep strong and I will definiately keep you in my prayers.

edraper: How is Zumba working out for you? Do you go to classes? I have bought the DVD's to do it at home. May not be as much fun, but I can't afford to drive 40 miles to a Zumba class. Hopefully, I will be able to use the DVD's to workout daily and do some strength training too. Must be modivated. Would you be my friend and keep my going?

Michele: You are good for our morale. Thank-you!

Kathy: I just ordered a pedometer and hope I will be able to figure it out to. Maybe two heads will be better than one. I will let you know how mine works after I get it here, if I know!!

Welcome to all the newbies. This is a great group of gals who are very supportive and encouraging when things get tough for us all. Just log in and spill your thoughts out to us. We will listen and help where we can.

jb: I loved your:
"Does December have to be Dictated by the Devouring of Delectable sweet Delicacies? Do something Desirable for yourself and make the Decision to Decline those Devilish Desserts. Think Dainty."
I will make a big copy of this quote and tack it up of me to see everyday of this month!! It will work for February too!! Thank-you for the inspiration!!:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Everyone has such good goals. I hope everybody mets or exceeds each and everyone of them!

OK My Dec. Goals: Yesterday was such a beautiful day and today is so yucky, hence, my first goal reflects this comment.

1) Stay in a positive frame of mind, regardless of the weather, the holiday stresses, or the numerous bumps in the road that one encounters.

2) Exercise daily if I can, but try to get in at least 5-6 days of 45 to 60 mins. of good cardio and strength exercises. Can't wait till Zumba gets here!!!

3) Try for a 10 pound loss by Jan. 1, but be happy with whatever weight loss I do manage because it will be less than I was on Nov.1!!!:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :drinker:

4. Log into MFP everyday, record all foods I eat (good, bad, ugly, fattening, etc,), and drink water...water...water and then so more water!!!

5. BE HAPPY!!!! APPRECIATE MY HUSBAND, FAMILY AND FRIEND'S SUPPORT OF ME DURING MY "BAD DAYS", AND THANK GOD EVERYDAY FOR EVERY POUND THAT IS GONE FOREVER!!!!!!!!

Greetings from Maryland !

I need this site so much. What a blessing.
I joined -for a day in April. :ohwell:

Have been renewed in spirit and motivation reading this thread.
I'm going to keep my goals short and sweet (with Truvia)...

1. Sign in everyday and keep diary.
2. Walk 30 minutes/3 times week (and hopefully more)
3. Get a scale ! :frown:

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