WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2013

OK bring it on my dear Vit F buddies. I need recipes! Recipes for EASY things a man will like so he will accept me trying to do some cooking at home instead of this going out to eat 7 days a week. Recipes, web sites, whatever

well good evening ladies,
I broke down and bought myself a pedometer today, waiting till I get to the 30 lb mark before I invest in the fit bit flex,I put it on at say 9:30 this morning,ive gotten,5869 steps in, 2.4 miles and by this thing 199 calories,but I dont think so, I broke a sweat and was goin crazy outside today..
well I will see how this baby work's tomorrow when I go to the gym...
I feel ok now, but I bet tomorrow a.m. my shoulder's and arms will be screamimg, and I cant take aleve or ibuprophen because of the kidney's .oh well.. like I say to my DD, suck it up,buttercup

jmkmomm I'm not the greatest cook either never was great at it but maybe try some crockpot receipes they are pretty easy and us

usually turn out to be good. I like them because you can be doing other things while your dinner is cooking great for

busy days. I just add a salad or extra veggies for me. Good luck I feel your pain!!!!

juanita in sudbury

Been reading all the posts and feel caught up for the first time in a few weeks. Got to get out in my garden today and dig in the dirt. First nice day this week.
I didn't take notes again (sorry :blushing: ) but enjoyed all the advice and inspiration.
My DH says he loves when I'm "on a diet" because I make such good meals. I like to try new recipes that I get on-line, from MFP friends, in the newspaper or even in magazines. It seems like when we eat out everything is too salty for me. I'm beginning to wonder if something is wrong with me because DH says it doesn't taste salty to him.
My new pic wasn't from this cruise, it was our 50th anniversary cruise to Alaska with all of our family. OK, I've logged food and exercise today so I feel like I am on the road to recovery! LOL
I'll do better tomorrow. Where is JaneH? Haven't seen her post lately.
Sue in TX

OMGosh, I am so glad so many of you enjoyed the pole dancer post. I was hoping that you all would get
as big a chuckle out of it as I did. :laugh:
I also must say I am a left over eater, my lunch and dinner today were both left overs.:blushing:
I am calling it a day, because I’m pooped! Can’t wait till Sunday to have a day off! :yawn:
Be well Dear friends xox
Peace~N~Hugs
Carol in WNY

Evening ladies. I’ve been very busy so am way behind on all the posts. No time to respond to everyone tonight or likely tomorrow either - but will try. Hope everyone is doing well.

I’m sticking with my plateau busting plan (although I haven’t busted anything yet). Tomorrow will be a challenge as I’m travelling all day for business. Not sure where I’m getting my meals and am not in a position to bring meals with me (although I will have some healthy snack options with me).

For all those struggling – sending you a virtual hug and support.
Congrats to all those with NSV and weight loss victories.
Welcome to all the newbies…you found a great group of women.

Robin – glad you rediscovered the joy of music and that at least a couple days a week your work situation will be better

Joyce – its never too late to learn to cook. There are lots of resources out there depending on how you like to learn…take a class, search on-line, get some cookbooks, etc. That Cooking Light Healthy Habits cook book I mentioned last month says that cooking in more is one of the keys to successful healthy eating – because you are in control. They actually have some great cooking basic lessons and a ton of recipes in that book. My DH and I took a cooking class together. He did it for me (I go golfing for him) and he loved it!

Barbie – glad you are feeling better

Michele – I tried Brussel Sprouts for the first time in a long time and we loved them. I used a Cooking Light recipe for Brussel Sprouts sautéed with bacon, garlic and shallots. Everything really is better with bacon. It was only 90 calories a serving and we will definitely make them again. They weren’t bitter at all

Carol/Cooky – thanks for both pictures: for the laugh – just too funny and the inspiration. So how do you post these up?

Sundance – my heart aches for your daughter. I hope this dr. can help her. My plateau busting plan is simple: exercise hard (400+ cal) 5 days and week, yoga 1 day and 1 day of rest. Leave, 320 calories on exercise day (=500 cal deficit) and stick to 1200 on the other days. Make those calories very nutritionally dense (e.g. lots of fruits and especially veggies, lean meat & egg whites, very little in carbs (only whole grains) and sweets only as an occasional treat. I’m hoping this will shake things up. I’m so close to my goal and just can’t seem to get there. I’m am one determined lady right now!!!!

CityJane – so glad you had a wonderful time in Paris

Stingley - the same thing happened to me when I started MFP (also looking to lose that last 10 lbs.). Stick with it. I’m now just a couple of pounds from my goal. Month 2 went so much better and so did Month 3. Now I’m sitting on a plateau but am confident I will eventually get there

Kathy – congrats

Laurel – my condolences – so much loss

Tari – I don’t think what you are doing is stupid at all. You go girl

Have to pack up my briefcase and print a boarding pass. Have a great evening. Jodios

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M. – Wow, your work life sounds super-busy, good for you for utilizing “garden therapy” to unwind! Bummer about the dentist, hope this next appt. actually happens! So glad I manage to crack you up, it’s so much more “me” than the brief crying jag I posted

Robin – This is how I now watch the cooking shows I too enjoy so much, by riding my stationary bike (no more watching while sitting on the couch allowed)! So glad you’ll be getting some relief at work starting next week. Have a blast at the Faire.

Kathy(szoo) – Oh, enjoy your DD birthday meal (and good luck with the biscuits)! I too will have my fingers and toes crossed for you in being selected for your dream job Like you I now make “stealth” substitutions of healthy ingredients in old recipes to sneak them by DH who thinks he doesn’t like them

LaurelFisher – Prayers for you, DH and family to provide peace in dealing with these terrible losses.

Lucy – Hope you have a great day on the Walk for Multiple Myeloma. Lost a dear friend to that ugly disease 3 years ago, so the cause is near and dear.




Brooke from Colorado

“When your heart speaks, take good notes.” - - Judith Campbell

Hi Ladies,:flowerforyou:
Started this noted earlier today and have just popped in to the computer room to add notes throughout the day. Didn’t sleep well last night, getting up to go to the loo all night long, grr
The web ex conference went smoothly today with the doctor. Was a little disappointed that she did not have a better understanding of the school my girls go to. I had all the paperwork in a month early and this included comments from her teachers. She will be sending me and extensive treatment plan for us the parents and the school. The school is going to be the challenge; they don’t seem to understand social anxiety, or how to help. The doctor will be sending a very detailed plan for them to work with her and getting her comfortable in the school environment. I am mentally drained. My daughter did talk to the doctor and has made some progress even after the visit today. She told us that she doesn’t like to order her meal if we go out to a restaurant, because she is lazy! She has only done this 3 times in her life. So, I am praying that this time next year, she will have friends and will over come her social anxiety. :bigsmile:
I have been taking Barbie’s advice and cook meals the last 2 nights in a row. More veggies, and fruits. Did help that we got our box of organic veggies and fruits from our csa! :drinker:
Ok, tomorrow is the first of 4 days in a row of work. So, I will just take one day at a time.:sad:
Have a blessed Friday and weekend. Remember, to think of yourself first! Your health and happiness depend on you! Smile to all you meet!
LindaS:flowerforyou:
Grandmallie:flowerforyou: - sorry about your heel. Its sucks when you want to go exercise and the ole body wont cooperate. Can you get on a stationery bike without too much pain?
Amanda:flowerforyou: - enjoy the lovely blue skies. You bring sunshine to my day,especially when I look at your pictures! It gives me hope and strength!
CityJaneLondon:flowerforyou: - your Paris trip sounds lovely. You really did well and stuck to your eating plan. I am doing a happy dance for you! You are awesome! I would have just given in an enjoyed the food to contents desire, but not helping my health or eating plan. I am so proud of you! This is great determination!
Carol in WNY-:flowerforyou: that you for the lovely quote- I can use this every day!
Stingley-:flowerforyou: just stick with it, if your are getting healthier and stronger, then what’s a pound?
Tammy in VA beach-:flowerforyou: So sorry to hear about your fur baby. That is so hard to see them have seizures, but do they really know what is going on? I know it just breaks your heart, but she has your love and your care, and I bet this is what your pup really knows! Big hug!
Cheryl-:flowerforyou: thanks for the info re:scholarships. My DD will be a junior in high school in August, so we have not entered into that arena yet. My DD wants to be a lawyer, but she also shoots competitive trap. So, hoping she will get a scholarship to a college/university where she can do both! Loved your family outing and the strawberry margaritas sound so good! My favorite are just the normal flavor, blended with salt on the rim! Oh, yum!
M:flowerforyou: -what was your yummy dinner? Take care of your back with your garden chores! You will have to post pictures when you are all done!
Robin:flowerforyou: - I grew up cooking. With a family of 6 kids, we all took turns cooking or helping with the cooking. We also had baking contests. We each would bake something. When my dad came home from work, and after dinner, he was blindfolded and he would taste each of our creations. He would pick the winner. I grew up with Betty Crocker cookbook. I still have one in the house and use it to looks up conversions, or basic sauces etc.I should get into the cooking shows, but cant sit still long enough! I hope you are having a lovely day!
Katla:flowerforyou: - the clock sounds beautiful! Too bad kids don’t appreciate the beauty and meaning of items like this! Glad you have a sunny day and great plans! Glad your not grumpy anymore!
Kathy:flowerforyou: - Happy birthday to your DD! Praying for the job at the shelter! Only 1 cheddar biscuit please! Thank you for the kind works about my DD!
LauraFisher:flowerforyou: - so sorry for the loss of your DH cousin. That is so sad, especially with the two sisters so close together. Thank you for sharing comes meet me in the garden. Praying for you and your family at this difficult time,
Lucy in DE:flowerforyou: - have a great walk and enjoy your family. Let us know how it goes!
Tari-:flowerforyou: just hang in there and as Barbie says,”never,ever give up”
Sue in Texas-:flowerforyou: love the picture of your and DH! How lovely to celebrate your 50th with your family!
Tea:flowerforyou: - how lovely that you have taught your grandson to cook! He will make someone very happy one day in the future!
Barbie:flowerforyou: , thank you again for the words of wisdom! They are always talking to me, they have something that I need to hear!
Jodio:flowerforyou: - wow that is an awesome plateau buster plan. Thank you for the kind words about DD. Thanks for sharing your plan and I hope it works!
Gail-:flowerforyou: hope you got some rest between that short break at work!
Liz:flowerforyou: , can’t believe the autism walk is here already! I hope that you have lovely weather for the walk and I can’t wait to hear how you are feeling after the walk! You should be in good shape!
DeeDee:flowerforyou: - looks like you had a nice long walk! Are you feeling 100% now?
Megs:flowerforyou: ,- sweet dreams. Hope you get a good nights sleep!
Jane Hadji:flowerforyou: - where are you my dear friend? Hope all is well. I know you were busy with your DM and DD. You are in my thoughts!
Jane Martin:flowerforyou: - so glad you are almost out of that house! It wasn't meant to be!:bigsmile::drinker: :drinker:

Good morning ladies - back to grey skies and rain in London - Bleurgh!

I'm a bit perturbed with DH - he has agreed for two of his cousins to come and stay at the end of next week. Normally I wouldn't mind - although I do like our house to ourselves - but it coincides with a super busy week for me when I'm either working, taking dad to the hospital or babysitting the twins. This means that I won't have time to 'refresh' the house. I hate having people visit when the house is less than immaculate (and I am really not the best of housekeepers). Our plan was to go to Brighton to see an exhibition on Sunday, but I'm going to have to stay home and be domestic instead.

Grr.

Rant over.

Three deep breaths .... and let it go.

Ok, I'm better.

BTW - Linda (Sundance) the lashes stay in for up to six weeks. I absolutely love them - they make me feel like a silver screen siren. Definitely worth it if you are that way inclined. I love the fact that I have no make up on at all at present, but still look 'finished'. That extra time in the morning that I don't have to spend in front of a mirror means that I get to do an extra five minutes or so walking. Win win.

Now I really need to do some work so I shall wish you all a good Friday.

Love to all.
Amanda x

Well my visit to the doctor turned out to be a damp squib as my blood pressure hadn't really changed a lot. I am now scheduled to have it taken again and have routine blood tests in store which is good as my brother is diabetic 2 and I like to keep a check on things. My chloresterol has always been fine.
I'm looking forward to losing the next lb as that will take me to 3 stone lost. A stone is 14 lbs. A nice round figure. My DH has said he will buy me a dress for his sister's 60th in June. I hope to have lost a few more by then, so I'm really excited. All my old "best" clothes are now miles too big, which is a huge shame as they were expensive and lovely. Still a new one will be even better. I don't think he knows what he is letting himself in for :laugh:
I had a look at 30D last night on Utube. I think I could do some of it, but the jumping jacks are a bit beyond my poor old knees! Rainy again here, but at least I haven't had to water the seeds.
Love to all and for those who have challenges - my thoughts are with you. :flowerforyou: