WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2013

Happy Super Bowl Sunday. As I write this, the Niners are closing the gap. I love a good comeback.

Ohiomomof2 - DC is a must see for every American. See and enjoy all the wonderful museums and attractions your tax dollars funded. Bravo to you for posting on the road. I travel a couple times a month and really, really have to discipline myself to keep my diary up.

Jane in Colorado - Ditto what you said to Garden Gail about the panhandlers. I work for a non-profit and sit on the board of another. It breaks my heart to see people begging, but I would rather give them nourishment than money. I was followed one day by a guy who insisted he was very, very hungry. I reached into my briefcase and offered him a banana and yougurt. He turned on his heels and walked away. Hmmmm. Hungry for what?

Dmendel64 - Chocolate is my go-to comfort food, too. Keep your faith and you and your daughter will quickly have many more good days ahead.

Charovnitza - That's a great weight loss since Christmas. What is WOE? Keep it up.

Ladies - I'm going to stop here to catch the remainder of the super bowl and guzzle down some more water.

Rori in Colorado Foothills

Katla, my prayers go to your family.
MaryC

Katla:flowerforyou: sending you and hubby prayers!

Hope and Foodie thank you both for the suggestions on where to get some running clothes!

LoriH Congrats on being a grandma, hope the little guy will get to go home soon:flowerforyou: !

Time for bed now:yawn: , there is mini vanilla cupcake calling my name , I am going to ignore it and go to bed:yawn: !

Sleep well and sweet dreams ladies! Until tomorrow.....

Hugs,
DeeDee

Love to join your group. I've lost 97 lbs since march 2012 and my goal is to be around 145 by June. I am going to England and France and want to look and feel my best.

February goals:
Around 1200, 20-40 carbs, 2000 sodium per day
Workout 5 days a week
Get 1 new thing for Europe trip for every 5 lbs.

Thanks

Bump - for later

Katla - hugs for you. Time is a marvelous healer and I wish both of you well and will add you to my prayer list.

Is WOE - way of eating?

Thanks for your input on my homeless topic.

Gail, metro Atlanta

Jodi - since yoga and pilates are quite closely related, do you know of any good pilates DVDs. Actually, does anyone?

My goal will be to increase my protein and hopefull meet my MFP goals.

Lynn Maile - how cool that you live in Hawaii. I've always wanted to ask someone who lived there, now I can. When we change our clocks, does Hawaii? What kind of music is it? Welcome!

Freshstart - welcome! Which thread did you join that encourages exercise? I'm always on the lookout for different exercises, I would probably check it out

DeeDee - isn't it pathetically cold for NC? I just read on Yahoo news that an early spring is predicted. Sounds good to me.

kew - welcome! Where are you going on your cruise. And more importantly...can I come??????

determined - you contribute greatly to this board just by coming in and posting. We love to hear from you.

Did an hour of the training games on the Wii today (Sun). Tomorrow I'll do some yoga at home and then take the extremepump class.

I'm supposed to go for my annual infusion of Reclast (osteoporosis med) tomorrow. Last year and this year, there have just been so so many problems, my doctor thinks Prolina is better. If the process of getting it isn't nearly as complicated, maybe I'd consider it.

Don't ask me to explain it, but today I have the runs big time. So...I'm going to try to get in as much fiber as I can. Actually, I read that fiber helps you to lose weight. Maybe that stupid Wii guy will say something other than "that's overweight"...but I doubt it.

nonnicee - I'm right off 40, but you get onto 40 further west. Oh well....I tried. Safe travels, I'll be thinking of you. It's sunny here in NC, so hopefully it won't snow too much by you.

We have a Pur water filter. My recommendation -- if you're thinking about getting one, don't get a Pur. For the longest time water would squirt out the side, there's even a uTube video of this happening. Evidentally, it happens to a lot of people. We're going to be getting another one. Also, from what we've read, the Pur now has a different design...and it is only worse.


debratomlin - nuts are good for you and can be calorie dense

Judy - I don't care for football, either. As a matter of fact, I don't know the difference between offense and defense. But seeing those guys in the tight pants running up and down the field...now THAT'S for me....lol

Cheryl from Iowa - welcome! Hey, you're successful even if you haven't lost weight, at least you haven't gained, and that's a big plus. Stop in often

Ann - sometimes we really surprise ourselves. I know what you mean

DebA - hope you feel better real fast. I haven't had spaghetti in a while now and the other day I had a bite of Vince's . It tasted so very bland to me. I really like the shirataki noodles, tho

L.R. in SC - congrats on the loss!

When I got to church last night, I was in for a shock. I didn't know it, don't know how I missed this, but I was supposed to lector. I honestly didn't realize it and got to church about a minute or two late. So I hurried up, reviewed the readings, and did them. Boy, did I screw up big time! Oh well, we all mess up.

Liz - good idea to bring a veggie tray with you to the game. Just don't have too many of the almonds., but that's certainly a better choice than the nachos

Lisa in Ohio - welcome!

Deb - I am constantly amazed how much I can have and how full I get, yet not have that many calories when I eat lots of veggies. Welcome!

jane - prayers for your gf

Welcome everyone new. You'll love it here

mouth - oh, I can hardly imagine how mom and dad are feeling having to leave their child in the hospital. But it'll be so worth it when they finally bring that bundle home. Glad you're there to help them.


Lisa from NC - which part of NC are you in? There are a few of us from NC here. Hope you're close to me, then we can get together. I'm near Hickory

jane in CO - I never got roller blades, either. It was quads for me all the way

Well, I feel much better tonight. Those two bran muffins that I had probably bulked me up. I usually don't have two, but did today.

Mary from TN - I know this sounds really, really dumb, but I have a pinterest account but honestly don't know how to use it!

Rori - the 49ers made some comeback, I must say

katla - I'm so so sorry to read about your dh. Glad you got him to the hospital. My prayers are with you

dlbalogh - welcome! Any little loss, regardless of how little, is great.

dianafrance - welcome! You'll love France. Even tho (to me) they have the best food (especially those baguettes) the portion sizes of meals aren't rediculous like in the US. I wasn't so crazy about England, tho

Off to bed now. Hope everyone has a great evening.

Michele in NC

Thanks for the encouragement!! I wish I had the time to read all the posts.............but read as much as I can at one sitting. Have a great Monday!

Read all the post. But Monday is the day I do my care giving int he morning so no time to take notes. But did come get my Vit.F. To those who had a great food and exercise weekend congrats.
For you and me who didn't lets get back with it. We can do this. The little harm done over the weekend can be undone in a few days. So let's be good.

Barbie
Bread a domino food.

Jane
I didn't weigh again this morning only because my weekend wasn't the best and I don't want to see a gain.
Just going to punch in a good day and hope tomorrow will show something because it's weigh in for here.
I will not lie if I gain I gain mind you won't like it. But who am I lying to if I don't put where i'm at.

Katla
Bull headed men. I have one of those.

Well time to get dressed and out of here. Lots done already and it's only 7:30. Showed, breakfast, did the washroom. Filled the dishwasher. So far a very good day.

See you lighter
Linda in Northern Ontario.

I am 52 and tired of being overweight. 7 years ago I lost most of weight and kept it off for 2 years but I let 50 slowly slip back on. My goal is to lose 60 pounds and I have lost some but find it hard to keep tracking. I know if I don't track, I don't lose. Suggestions?

Super Bowl Sunday was a bit of a disaster for me. Totally fell off the wagon. It started with a Wallaby Darned drink at Outback. Ordered it before I knew it was 500 cals. Later in the day, feeling like the day was a loss, and not wanting to exercise, I indulged in chocolate chip cookies and wings. Such a healthy combination. Oh mercy. I need to cleanse and recommit. However my girlfriend comes in from Maine today, and we head off for 3 days of photography and snowshoeing. Not the best situation for me. Wish me luck.

Karen from Mi.

Good morning,

Today is my last day off so since such a busy day with family and friends today is for sure catch up day. Lots of chores to do to get ready for the work week to come. But with all the chores for sure will make my way to the Y.

I have been taking a couple of hours or so to prep and prepare food for the week. Putting it to store in freezers till use but last week got so ahead that I can take a break this week from it.

@Karla so sorry to hear about your husband. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.

I need to take the dog out. Will be back in a bit.

Good morning everyone!

Enjoying my morning with my sweet daughter and her boyfriend who surprised us last night with a visit from school to watch the super bowl game with us. It's especially nice to relax with them since I'm substitute teaching the next two days.

Finished up my liquid detox and have slowly reintroduced sensible, healthy foods. Oh how I love food!

Katia, how scary for you and your husband. I'm glad he's recovering well. My DH had blood clots a few years ago... "in the moment" I actually didn't realize how serious it was. How thankful I am for good health and loved ones still with us.

Have a great day everyone!

Tammy from Virginia Beach

Thanks for the welcome. I"m so happy to have found this group. My daughter does her best to keep me motivated but I welcome all the help I can get.

Good morning ladies! I hope everyone's week is beginning well, and that we are all motivated to stay on track to a healthier version of ourselves. It's cold and snowy here in northeast Ohio again.......sure am looking forward to that early spring that "Phil" promises.

Cheryl: Pictures don't lie, so you must be doing something right. :happy: I don't live near you, so give it up......why are you and the fam going to be on the local news? inquiring minds want to know. LOL

DeeDee: good morning to you too! I know what you mean about bundling up and your hands still being cold. I drive a school bus, and when I do my pre-trip inspection, my hands used to freeze. I have found that by wearing a pair of inexpensive "stretchy" gloves (you know, the kind they sell at dollar stores, etc.) under my lined leather gloves, I actually stay pretty comfortable. Still, I am ready for warmer weather and the chance to be outside more.

Linda: Hi!! I love your attitude about getting back on track after a day (or days) of not doing so well......I must ask......what exactly does "Vit.F." mean?

Karen: 3 days of photography and snowshoeing with a friends sounds like loads of fun,and snowshoeing will help burn off any extra calories you consume. Enjoy your time with your friend, and be kind to yourself.

Jo: Hi! Welcome!!! I am new here as well, so we can get acquainted with everyone together!

Tammy: Those surprise visits sure are a treasure, aren't they?!? Glad you are enjoying your time together. Have a wonderful day!


As for me, my goals for today are:

To get all of my water in.......I was short 1 glassful yesterday
To get in some form of physical activity before the day is over
To spend at least 30 minutes reading and studying my Bible

Happy Monday everyone!!!!!! :happy: :happy: :happy:

Hugs from Ohio,

Lisa