WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013

Thanks Barbie for being so reliable and keeping us all together. I agree with the post that said she can hardly wait to get here everyday to see what the VitF's are doing.

Jane - CO - it makes me so mad the way our veterans are treated. Praying for a good resolution to your dad's health issues.

Lucy - would you share the name of your DVD for strength training. My March goal was to start weight training but alas it never happened. BTW - Love you NSV with the new attitude about this lifestyle. I told DH I didn't want to go to the club buffet because I can't eat enough to get my monies worth!

Congratulations to all of you Stars who made or exceeded your March goals. I'm proud of you!

Welcome to all the newbies, come back and chat often. Bump is used to mark your spot so you can find it again under MY Topics. DH refers to "dear husband".

Have some exercise to do so I'll close for now.

April goals: Be grateful for what I've accomplished so far.
Work on 5 f/v a day
Work on toning my body.
Sue in beautiful 81 degrees today TX

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hi, i'm new to the group. i have made a goal to workout on my wii fitness every day for at least 15min whether anyone else in the family does or not. i'm working on portion control, and not eating out as much. i want to make healthier choices at home and when away. i will track my food and exercise daily. i will increase my water intake to be at 6 galsses a day by the end of april. i will work on not being an emotional eater by finding other things to do ratrher than eat. i will get more sleep.

majawilltry - welcome and Happy Spring

Judith - what kind of surgery are you having? I'm sorry to hear of it. There are lots of ladies who have and are in the same predicament as you and I'm sure they can give you great advice.

trace - welcome. You've come to a great place for motivation and tips. I know what you mean about loving chocolate, so do I. Have you ever had those Dove promises? They are something like 50 or 60 calories each, but they satisfied my chocolate craving.

My goal for April is the same as March's -- work on crafts. Maybe I can get started, ya think????

We called Bryan yesterday to wish him a Happy Easter (he didn't bother to call us). I'd like to know...even Vince would like to know....what the h*** happened to him? He's STILL going on about how we didn't make a good first impression (that was like 1-1/2 yrs ago). We've asked him for months what we could do, we even asked him again yesterday, no answer. He seems to think (at least this is my impression) that the "typical" wedding in the US costs around $30,000 so we should give him money towards his wedding. Oh, he's willing to acknowledge that we do have the expense of flying over there, but he still thinks we should give him money towards the wedding. We know that you can have a decent reception for a lot less and I know what I paid for my dress so I'll double that amount. I bet the total won't come to that much. He told us a while ago that he was going to get a "substantial" bonus. Well, what is substantial? He just told us that it would be around 5,000 euros. He insisted that he told us the amount, but neither Vince nor I remember that, so I don't think he did. So when he gets the bonus, he'll come to the US. Right. Honestly, I don't believe that for a minute. I know when Vince and I got married, we cut corners every which way. I used my mother's wedding rings, the idea being that when we could afford it, I'd get a ring of my own. Well, life happened. Things always came up. Here I am 35 years later, same rings. The kids came along, they needed to be fed, clothed, schooled, we were buying a house. The ring was low on the priority list and it still is. When we got off the phone with Bryan (he was upset that we called him at around 11pm his time, we didn't realize that they'd just changed their clocks and thought it was only 10). Vince said in some ways he's feeling like "screw this, I'm not even going to go". I can't for the life of me imagine not being at his wedding. We told him that we went to a bi-lingual mass, we didn't realize it was bi-lingual. Well, you should have heard him going on and on about how we always make comments about Spanish people, how we feel they are like second-class citizens. We were just commenting on the fact that the mass was twice as long because half was in Spanish and half in English, they had to do two readings in Spanish and then two in English, things like that made it longer.

Did I tell you he sent us an email saying that the town is giving them some sort of problem and the wedding may be the next week. Well, in talking to him, it appears that the house they want to rent isn't available the first weekend, only the second. Wouldn't surprise me if he changes the date so that he can get that house.

grandmalle - wish you had more time with Taliah, but like you said "you take what you can get". That's what she's going to remember

Did 20 minutes of yoga today and then an hour of the extreme pump class. That health club just got a stairstepper. I haven't figured out how you control the rate of steps. I would like it to go faster. Well, I'll get it. Tomorrow I'm thinking that I'll do Jillian Michael's Burn Fat Boost Metabolism tape.

This morning went to WalMart and got Easter candy for Vince that was 1/2 price (plus, I used my coupons), a few other things. Bought gas, then went to the extremepump class. Came home, then went to PetSmart to get more food for Jessica's cats. Aldi is right across the street so I stopped in there. I totally forgot to get lettuce, tho. Came home and Vince and I started cleaning the hot tub. Really, I need to get in the tub but want to wait until it's warmer. Tonight is mahjongg.

Quite upset, Vince told me that he's feeling that the way Bryan is acting, he (Vince) has no desire to go to the wedding. Bryan basically told us that he doesn't want us to talk to Dianna. Why? He keeps talking about how we (mainly me) made a poor impression and first impressions are important. That was over a year ago, and we've so many times asked what we can do, we WANT to get to know her. Vince says when Jessica is here this weekend, he's going to talk to her. Every time I think about not going to his wedding, I can't help crying. I honestly think it would be a very bad idea not to go. We should at least make the attempt to get to know her and her family.

With this stress -- watch my weight go up.

soskinnydenis - welcome! You'll get lots of support here, that's for sure

havingitall - we're glad you come here. Really, it's the only place I come on MFP, it's just so good to talk to people who understand where you are coming from. Oh, sugar is my weakness, sugar and fats together .

Vince bought some fertilizer today, but by accident put too much down so he will need to get another bag.

M - glad you're feeling better. I'm like you, I have to exercise first thing in the morning. Then if I work in the yard, I just consider it a bonus. I'll probably be outside more now if the weather gets warm.

LizPlus - we'd love for you to join us! Oh, yes, that weight goes on so quickly and, you're right, it sticks like glue. But it does come off...eventually.

katla - that's so cute. Wish my Wii board said that to me!

Eileen - prayers for your mom

sa993 - welcome! Congrats on the inches lost. You're so right, so many times the scale just doesn't tell the whole story, but the tape measure sure does

Dottyb - would love to have ya!

jb - love your pic and the poem was oh so cute!


Jane in CO - your daughter is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing. I'd be upset if it were my father, too. Please keep us informed. Is there something that they can do, or is it just hope against hope?

struggling - welcome

BlisterLamb - good luck on your goal. I'm sure you'll meet it

cdiele - welcome and early happy birthday.

Lin - they do have a mass in Spanish every Sunday, it's just that this time they combined the mass. It was interesting, I must say.

5888 - welcome. Your goals sound very good.

Renny - congrats on the losses, weight and inches.It's always good when your rings fit. Clothing is such a good indicator. Be sure to let us know how the blood work goes

gyttyup and Linda and Kowent and Kim and SushiKite and rainbowkim and wvgirlnfl and everyone else new that I may have misssed - welcome

Lucy in DE - that's the way to do it! Get right back on program. You've got it going girl

Carol in WNY - my grandparents came over from Poland, and to this day I regret the fact that they didn't teach me Polish (even tho I feel like they were the ones who brought me up). But I understand their thinking. They felt "we're in America now, in America we speak English."

moxie - I used to use an oil substitute all the time, but can't find it in any store here in NC, so I've resorted to using pureed prunes in chocolate items, applesauce in lighter colored items.

LaurelFisher - welcome back! You were missed. So sorry to hear of all the going ons in your family.

majawilltry - "bump" means "bring up my post" which means that your post will be listed under "my topics", so just go there, and come here. dh = dear (or d*** as the case may be) husband. Awesome bike ride

twotonnetaric and angelbear - welcome

Everyone have a great evening.

Michele in NC7

Good morning ladies having read all the lovely messages on here off you I am ready to join in

Goals - Maker sure some walking is done everyday,
Try to lose every week (does!nt matter how much)
Eat healthy foods when ever possible
Get my BMI down from 30 to 25 (very important)

Good luck to all my new friends on 50 PLUS
Dotty

I really have no problem with using healthy oils, and finding oil substitutes. Just on some things, you need actual oil. Not applesauce etc.
I've just had to change the way I cook since 1} marrying my second DH, and 2} relocating to SC. DH has so many food allergies and food sensitivities...that we really have to watch it. He is allergic to olive oil, garlic, soy, mushrooms, tomatoes (if he eats too many), oranges, cheese, canola oil, and many others.
2} South Carolina has different food products on the shelf than other states I have lived in. Every time I move to a different state, I have to find products all over again, or find new acceptable substitutes. Not always possible.
So, I ended up eating like my DH these past 2 years. His diet was not kind to me. I gained 30 pounds (on top of the 30 I was already carrying around), my joints hurt, my general health was starting to decline. This January, I decided I needed to get with it. I have a 1,000 mile drive coming up either this month, or next....and I was in no shape to do it at 220 pounds. The only way for me to drive out west and visit with my dad was for me to try to regain my health.
I put myself on a calorie counting diet, with exercise on my Schwinn/Airdyne bike daily. I weighed and measured my portions, and started weighing and measuring DH's. I started looking for more healthful recipes for the foods we love. I knew, that if we just ate less of what we were already eating, neither of us would be satisfied. So I had to get creative.

So far, DH has lost 14 pounds, and I have lost 16. And that was us still enjoying eating normal foods, respecting his allergies, and my dietary needs also. MFP has helped alot my letting me see in black and white how much calories I consume daily, and cut back here and there accordingly. It tracks exercise calories burned.

I knew, that when I reached age 50, that losing weight would be so much more difficult. I had to figure out how to do it, and still manage my peri-menopause, PCOS, MS, and hypoglycemia. So far so good. I have managed to keep my blood sugars steady, and exercise too. AND lose weight.

Morning all.
cold here in CT again. went to the gym for a bit this morning, but went Sunday am and used the back extension machine and pulled muscles in my back....so I am taking it lightly but still moving..
i am trying to eat a 1200 calories a day,I do well with fruit but not on veggies
im still losing weight ,but between the heel and the back im a mess :grumble:
The DH leaves Friday morning for florida for a week, and I will be on my own,with the furbabies.. I dont mind though.
Will sure miss my darling Taliah even though I didnt get to spend alot of time, I enjoyed the time I did..

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Morning All:flowerforyou: ,

Barbie-Thanks again for keeping us going!

Brooke-I've never seen this post before! Thought it was cute! I've lost approximately an elephants heart and hope to lose an Irish
Setter in total.:laugh:

Jane-That's horrible that you are just finding this news about your dad now! I'll certainly keep him and your family in my prayers!
Looked at your link and thought the pictures of your DD's wedding were beautiful! They look so happy!

Lucy-It is a great NSV and I can so relate! I too have yo yo dieted for as long as I can remember and this is the first time ever that
I have kept the weight off! It is all about the lifestyles changes and the support we give each other here!

Michele-My heart goes out to you! I can so relate! My son got married and moved away the beginning of last year and I
miss our relationship! Things have been strained between myself and his wife forever and no matter how much I try, it
never gets easier. My son and I did have a nice conversation on Easter, which made me so happy, but these moments
are few and far between! Message me anytime you need a shoulder to cry on! Hugs!!!!

Moxie1962-Good for you for being creative and facing all your challenges! :drinker I so wish my husband cared enough to at least try to
get healthier! He refuses to make changes with the exception of eating most of my meals I cook which are healthy.
He will never give up his white bread, pop, ice cream and cookies which frustrates me to no end and even though I
know I can't control this, it puts temptation in my way on a daily basis.

DeeDee-After you clean your closet, do you want to come tackle mine?:laugh: Can't even see the floor in two of mine:grumble:
Guess this will be on my April goal list!


Just caught up on all of April's posts but missed some of the end of March. Working on evaluating March's goals and new ones for April, will post more later. Not doing the best eatingwise right now (going over on calories) but at least sticking to choosing
healthy snacks and my water intake! Am happy to have come as far as I have but know that I have to take it up a notch so I can keep losing. Can't wait until May, when I finally can back to the pool at the gym.

Hugs to all and a warm welcome to so many new faces!!:flowerforyou:

Kathy

bump to read later for motivation and support......I can't get out of this depression I'm in!!

Sandy in Central OH: It looks to me like any weight you gained yesterday can be washed away with plenty of water. :drinker: Ham is bound to have added gobs of salt to your system. I have never paid much attention to salt unless I wake up with puffy hands, but DH is having problems with blood pressure so salt is a big deal around here. So is water.:drinker: I am learning a lot about health that I didn’t know before.:flowerforyou:

Moxie: We deal with food sensitivities and allergies, too. I think you have a much more challenging situation, with a wider variety of foods to watch out for. Good luck.:flowerforyou: DH also has MS and we’re going to a new doctor today. DH refuses to take shots. As a diabetic he already has had to endure too many shots. We hear there may be pills on the horizon. I hope it is true. I’m past 60 and I feel like this is easier weight loss than I experienced in my 30’s. The three big assets now are that DH is doing this with me so I don’t have to cook two different meals, the support I get from MFP, and because I finally understand this has to be a lifestyle change instead of enduring near starvation until I get to my goal and then reverting to bad habits that lead to ultimate failure. It has been slower progress to be sure, but more pleasant.:bigsmile:

Linda C: I’m glad you’re back. I love your point of view and sense of humor.:bigsmile:

Michelle: I’ve just been reading Linda C’s post and what she says has a ring of truth to it: “How are you suppose to get to know someone if your not even allowed to speak to her on the phone. Your son is acting like a teenager in love don't touch don't look she's mine. All mine.” I don’t have any wisdom to add to this, other than it isn’t your fault. It is an interesting perspective.:flowerforyou:

Jb in Portland: I love your quotations!:flowerforyou:

Darlene4prayer: Depression seems like it is not surmountable, but it can be tamed. Get professional help. You’ll also get lots of moral support here.:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Yoga today! Yay! :bigsmile: Our teacher took spring break off to be with her children. I’m glad to be going back. DH also has an appointment with a new neurologist that specializes in MS. I hope this turns out to be a person he can work with. His current neurologist didn’t do much for him in stroke recovery, and nothing regarding MS. :noway: We’re hoping for a “partner” to help us deal with complicated health issues. The person who has been most helpful so far is his doctor of Oriental Medicine. Keep your fingers crossed for us, and prayers our way if you pray. :flowerforyou:

(PS: I'm still .2 lb away from 40 pounds lost. MFP is rounding up.)

Katla in NW Oregon

Hi all,

Weight seems to be going in right direction... yay!!!

Darlene, I've struggled with depression for years... just keep your head up and keep on swimming! If you have any questions I'd be happy to answer as best as I can.

Loads of Love to all,

Janice
near Sudbury Ontario

:flowerforyou: Overcast Tuesday, but full of Vit F I see:flowerforyou:

I'm not sure if I will get to reading the posts as I am really trying to work in the current world. The first quarter has ended and I am feeling wonderful doing my job in the present instead of the past...finally.

We have made the decision to put our house on the market as soon as we feel that all the minor touch ups are done so hoping sometime this month. For me it's the decluttering that needs to be done and for hubby the minor repair issues. The idea of moving after almost 20 years in this home overwhelms me so I try not to think past the current week:ohwell:

I didn't do so well on my March goals but I am watching what I am doing right and wrong and since all the clothes fit it's really hard for me to go beyond what I'm doing in the present to get to that final goal, but will give it a better shot this month.

April goals
Get in 20 days of exercise
Log in for at least two weekends (I seem to drop of the planet on the weekend)
Organize my Craft Closet
Sort out more of my clothes that don't fit
Finish sorting & Cleaning the basement

I think these are doable for the month...so I'm off and keeping busy...drinking the water and logging, moving the body and logging and what goes in the mouth gets logged here...it's something we all can do:drinker:

Laura80111 in Colorado

JaneH- the article and picture of your daughters wedding were wonderful...it was the one thing I did get done yesterday:flowerforyou:

A will to succeed is definitely what is needed, especially if you know you are in it for the long haul. It is good that you have someone to guide you through the exercise and keep you motivated on a personal level.

I see you have kept your favourite foods. How do you manage to keep control? I have a weakness for butter on my bread, but I can't control the amount; once I start I can't stop. I have decided that I can't have any to stop the slide. Is it possible to be addicted to butter?

:flowerforyou: Bump for later Hope everyone had a Happy Easter xx