WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013

Good morning ladies. Blue skies in London! Maybe I shouldn't speak too soon. Still cold but at least it's looking more cheerful.

I'm glad you ladies reminded me - I've just booked an appointment at Rigby and Peller to have a bra measure/fitting. It's only a minute away so I can pop round there before work next week. Their bras are so expensive, but I really think that as we age and gravity (amongst other things) takes it's toll, we just have to suck it up and pay more for 'foundation garments' - lol.

Time to get on with some work. Have a good weekend my lovely friends.

Love to all.
Amanda x

Good morning, all! It’s been a crazy week and I have not had much time to read posts here. I’m going to just go back a couple of pages and then move forward.

Jodios – I commend you if you are able to bake cookies and only have 1 or 2! I have no willpower at all when it comes to warm cookies. Yum… Just read your post about packing up your parents’ condo; hugs to you, I know this is hard and am really feeling for you.

Liz – I’m truly sorry to hear about your sister.

Michele – I feel such pain in each of your posts about your son and my heart goes out to you. I hope and pray that the strain between you all lessens and that you can build a new relationship with him and his fiancé.

Robin – fingers crossed for you! I hope the interview leads to a better situation; you deserve it!

Donna – welcome! I don’t know anyone who grows daylilys but I think they are beautiful! You should be very proud of the progress you have made!

Lin – way to go! Such good news from the doctor makes all of your hard work worth it, doesn’t it?

Betsie – prayers and hugs to you.

Liz – I’m praying for your sister and for you.

Meg – I hope you are feeling better. I’m on the fence about vitamins as you are but I take them because I know that I don’t get what I need from my diet. I just take a multi-vitamin for women and leave it at that; no mega doses of this or that although I have friends who go that route.

Carol – glad you are over your “funk”; I struggle with the same thing periodically. We are often our own worst enemies, are we not? I’m proud of you for pulling yourself out of that and getting back on track.

DeeDee – wishing you a wonderful weekend with your DGDs and I hope your health is continuing to improve!

Allison– continued prayers that your DD will sort out her life in a way that is good for her and your DGD.

Barbie – safe travels and hope you have a great weekend!

Mary – I also had a bra fitting recently and “rewarded” myself with 3 new well-fitting bras.

Luvbuttons – congrats on the weight loss and I agree – we may not be totally happy with the pace but at least we are “directionally correct”!

Cityjane – congratulations on your new size; that’s a true NSV!

Jnkmmm – what a wonderful vacation you had; we did the same thing a few years back with my parents, siblings and their families and it was so much fun.

Jo – thanks for the explanation on slimming club. Sounds like a great environment and lucky you to have twice the reinforcement!

Kate – woo hoo for being able to find “normal jeans in a normal store”!!! I am in the same boat right now and the possibilities do multiply.

Kathy – sorry to hear you weren’t feeling well; hope you are better today. I’m inspired by your preplanning (and pre-eating) before meeting your DH at DQ. I try to do similar things in similar situations but am not always successful.

MA – I wish I could a)crochet and b)find a stitch and **** group. That reference made me LOL. I’ve tried knitting and crocheting but never got past the amateurish-looking phase and gave it up. Maybe I will try again for the same reasons you mention – it’s a great way to keep your hands occupied and away from the snacks PLUS you can create something useful and beautiful if you really know what you are doing. Thanks for the inspiration!

Renny – is there a Victoria Secret store near you? That’s where I went for my fitting. I find their bras to be expensive (my girls shop there a lot) so I only bought one there and then went to a local department store and bought the others.

Welcome to all of the new posters – this is a great forum and I hope you will get as much out of it as I do.

I’d better get moving as I have a long list of things to accomplish today. I hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

Sandy in central OH (where Spring is TRYING to break through)

Wow ladies .. just got to share - weigh in and not only did I lose 2lb but the scales said 199.6lb!!! Ok so it's only just under the dreaded 200 but it 's under!!! I'm really chuffed! To celebrate my daughter and I are just about to take the dogs on a long walk over our local Chase - 4+ miles here we come!

Do you realise, ladies, that this success is down to you and your inspiration and guidance! So thank you... MA in UK

Hi All;
It is Saturday again:noway: ..is it just me or do you find the weeks fly by....maybe my age..no cannot be..the weather here is crazy..snow..rain..sun peeks out...then hides again..do you think they are playing tag your it??:huh:
Been a hohum week..appointments here and there..hate it when that happens... I have got to plan this better.....

Sandy thank you...I swore I wouldn't watch another family member die by cancer...but I cannot.. not be there for her...looks like it is months she has left..will know more on her next appointment to the dr.

Ma, you have lost 199.6lbs..:drinker: Good for you..this deserves a new outfit....

I really hope you are all going to have a great wknd..get out enjoy yourselves if you can..I assume some has health issues..I have Fibro..CF..CP..OA..they interfere with a lot of things I would like to do..like go for a long walk in my neighborhood and see the sights...feel the wind on my face...but I don't need to have a pity party..there are others... like my sister... who has it so much worse
Anyway I am going to go do a few things up and call my housework for today done...Blessings to All!!

Liz :flowerforyou:

Liz
I'm sure your 5 k will be a success once over this bug you had to get you will go right back to your preps.
But don't hit the pavement to hard. Baby steps you don't want to get sick again and not be able to do it.

Allison
I have never had a bra fitting done always cheap junk. Well I have paid up to 30 dollars but I know they have the proper fitting bras for about 200 and up. But a nice fitting bra makes a women. What a nice to me from me gift for acheiving a certain goal that would be.

Deedee
I hear you on not being able to keep up. It's hard just with the reading. Today i'm going to work at catching up do a few at a time and keep coming back.

Grandmaille
Enjoy being home alone with your boys(dogs) I presume.
Children god sent to us to worry about for the rest of our lives.

Kim
Hubby sometimes get upset with me being on dietsssssssssssssss many times over and never reaching goal.
For example last night made what I thought was a great supper. Meat patties, potatoes fried in the meat pan. Fried mushrooms and onion and peas. Made a salad. But forgot no didn't forget didn't make gravy. After saying your on a diet not me. He made his own gravy. Oh well ain't that to bad.

Barbie
Enjoy your time away with friends hope the appointment goes well.

Mary
I think Allison had the best reward going with the fitting bra. Expensive but we are worth every penny.

Barbara
I like the positivety in your post. You will get it done.

Luvbuttons
A lb a week is a great goal good luck.

I have more to do.
Linda in Northern Ontario

Good morning everyone. Sounds like we are off to a great Saturday. It is already 52 outside here in GI, Nebraska and I am working 12 hours today so will not be out and enjoying it. Got a date tonight with my husband for a Danger football game (arena football).
Never been so looking forward to that.

Congrates to MA_B on getting under 200. Way to go. I am hoping to get under 300 in the next couple weeks.

I really enjoy reading this site and hearing how well everyone is doing.

Congratulations MA_B in reaching under 200 lbs. That is one of my goals I set up to lose by end of this year .. looking for 199 lbs. I am taking it slow and easy. My prize when I reach this first goal is for my husband to carry me through the door of our house. I will be 20 lbs under when he met me for the first time. This will be his second attempt to carry through the door of our house. I am looking forward to it so I must stay on track; I have 45 pounds to go to reach this first goal. Then I will set another goal for myself to lose some more weight and be on my way to a healthier me. Thanks for listening.

Just had to share my good news: I finally broke 120 lb! :bigsmile: I can hardly believe I'm back in the teens - its been awhile. Although MFP only registers 7 lbs lost I've actually lost 15 because I didn't start MFP until I stalled out in the high 120's. I'm so happy and excited. I honestly didn't think I'd ever get down to the teens again.

I couldn't have done it without partnering up with my DH and joining MFP. There were so many times I was frustrated and thought about throwing in the towel, but you lovely group of ladies sent me encouragement and strength and it worked. I cannot thank you enough. A huge thank you to all of you! Only 2.8 pounds to go. Yippee!!!! Jodios:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Kate in snowy Alberta: Your shopping trip to a regular store is a wonderful NSV in my book. Congratulations!:bigsmile:

Viv in York UK: I make myself enter each thing I eat as I go along. It seems to help me make better choices. I ask myself, do I want to log this? If I’m snack hungry I find something to eat with lower calories that I’m willing to post. I’m growing very fond of celery because it is free, but I also have 5 almonds or one piece of 72% cocoa dark chocolate, or a pickle or....

MA in UK: I love to knit and crochet, but I have given myself an injury by over doing it. The 4th finger on my right hand now has a bad knuckle joint. It swells, it is sore, and it sometimes sticks. :grumble: DH calls it “trigger finger.” Advice welcome.:flowerforyou:

Renny: I’ll bet you could find an expert fitter in Victoria. I’ve already mentioned that I think of it as the magic kingdom. I don’t know how far you live from there, though.:flowerforyou:

Meg in Omaha: As a supervisor, you rock. :flowerforyou: You were right to call the adjunct faculty’s bluff. If your nursing school starts sending out lazy, rude, or irritating students it will be hard for future students to get hired and everything goes down hill.:flowerforyou:

Gardengail: You did good in the Reece’s Peanut Butter battle. They are one of my big weaknesses. I don’t know if I’ve ever managed to get any all the way home from the store. I have to fight my battle against them in the check out line every time I shop.:blushing:

MA in UK: Congratulations on entering onederland! It is one of those most memorable victories. This group helped me get there, too, BUT you did the work.:flowerforyou:

M: Your poor DH getting the blame for the Phillies less than victorious performance inspires some sympathy. I’m not much of a baseball fan due to the scratching of personal parts and cud spitting. :noway: I do enjoy peewee and little league. :bigsmile: Have a great weekend.:flowerforyou:

Linda In N Ontario: Good for you letting your DH make his own gravy.:bigsmile:

Gonzamm: Nice to meet you. Love the prize for success that you’re looking forward to. Where are you from?

wessecg: What an frightening experience for you. Does your husband often have dreams that include action? I’m guessing it was upsetting for him, too.:flowerforyou:

Jodios: Congratulations!:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

Lucy in DE: Oh my, it sounds like your day was beyond frustrating. I’m glad you figured out what was going on with the car.:flowerforyou:

We are planning to go to Portland Saturday Market this morning. I’m looking for the craftsman who made my billfold years ago because I want another. I’m hoping he’s there and it isn’t as crowded as it was the last time we were there. It is sunny here right this minute. I hope we’re able to stay dry.

Katla in NW Oregon

Jodios – I know that revisiting the past through our family’s “things” can be emotionally draining, hoping that most of the memories are sweet! Glad the closing is right around the corner so you can move forward without that hanging over you! Also, happy “teens” :flowerforyou:

Jo in Wales – You shared a great tip for when traveling, carrying a shawl (and a scarf) is a great insurance policy for a variety of situations. I’ve not yet been somewhere that bare toes were an issue, in that case would socks and sandals (I know, ugh!) suffice or would closed-toe shoes be called for? Need to know if I should add socks to my back-up travel arsenal

Amanda – In your new profile picture, is that you up front in the black?? Enjoy your (cold) sunshine today!

DeeDee – “suffer for fashion” Out of the mouths of babes, no?? :laugh:

MA in UK – Congratulations, welcome to “Onederland”. You deserve credit too, don’t forget it. You’re the one doing the work, we’re just cheering you along

Liz – Blessings to you and your sister on this journey. I, for one, don’t believe in any “timeline” given by so-called professionals in medicine. Enjoying each day as it happens is, I think, the best prescription for each and every one of us

M. – Go Phillies!!!!! Have fun :drinker:

Linda in NoOntario – Wow, after frying that food (for him, I presume) he still had the nerve to complain? If he can make his own gravy, maybe he can make his whole meal? :grumble: :laugh:

Grandmallie – So great for you that you are getting rid of that which no longer fits (yay for saggy-butt yoga pants!!!!!). And good for you, too, that you know to go at your own pace at the gym, doing that will keep you going back (and losing) :happy:

Vickil57 – Have a great time with DH at the football game! :drinker:

Carol – Great project, I’m sure your foyer will look amazing when you’re done with it. As for the China Buffet, if they’re true friends, they’ll honor your desire to eat healthfully so do speak up! :happy:

Gonzamm – That’s wonderful that you’ve set specific goals for your ongoing progress! You can do this

Wessecg – Whoa, quite a dream!!!! I’m actually glad you shared the experience, since I’ve had a similar one and thought I was the only person in the world :bigsmile: Good for you for declining the decadent donuts (and shame on DH for offering to bring some home :noway: )

Lucy – Bummer about your pedometer, hoping you manage to find it! Hope your daughter’s move goes smoothly. Today is a new day, hope you enjoy it :flowerforyou:

Brooke from Colorado
(who lost 3.4 lbs since her last weigh-in) :drinker: :flowerforyou: :drinker:

OK...Update: I just went into my powder room and guess what I found? My pedometer! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I must have taken it off last night and laid it on the sink but I was so tired, I didn't remember it! That just made my day! Yeah!!!! Things are looking up!

Thanks for all the good thoughts. I think they worked! MFP is more than a program for weight loss. That Vitamin F goes a long way!

Hugs,
Lucy in Delaware:bigsmile:

so glad to have found this thread. Been making changes for 3 weeks now and have lost 4.5 lbs and a couple of inches already. Look forward to sharing within my age group. (new to that too lol)

Amanda – In your new profile picture, is that you up front in the black?? Enjoy your (cold) sunshine today!

Yes Brooke, that's me - actually running a 5k. The girls I am running past were laughing because I called out 'make way, grandmother coming through'. A very proud moment for me! x

Congratulations to Ma for being in 'onederland'!!!! I only have about 7 pounds to go before I am there. As you all know I have MS. My neurologist office have a certain standard of care that the doctors must use in treating their patients. One of them is asking the patients to lose weight when needed. My doctor tells me and then just goes on since she knows it was a part of my treatment I wasn't interested in doing. My annual appointment is next week and I can't wait to see her face. I think this is the year she orders an MRI. I hope I fit in the MRI machine better. I guess I should put that on my goal list. My first goal to meet was to be bale to tie my shoes while sitting and still be comfortable. I had originally said I would set 20 pound goals. I wonder now if maybe 15 pounds would be more satisfying. It has been so frustrating watching those pounds so slowly melting off.

Joyce, in sunny southern Indiana

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