WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2013

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Gail, metro ATL

Forgot to add that according to the Curves scale, I only gained 2 pounds with the move and bad eating I've been doing. It may be less if I way as I usually do, naked and first thing in the morning! I was happy about that! Must have been burning up the cals with all the weight lifting moving involves! Still can't find my scales or chargers for my fitbit!

Hi, ladies,

Sunny, but chill and windy here. Have a day at home for once until time for tai chi and yoga this evening. Ate oatmeal with dried low sugar cranberries, applesauce, and added cinnamon. Good start until I had way too many nuts from the container on the kitchen counter. I've gotten too confident that I can estimate; need to start weighing and measuring without fail again or I'm going to gain back all I've lost.

Barbie........Hope Jake has a good and safe trip and you can fill the time so you don't miss him too much. Are you up to walking the dogs on your own yet, or do you have someone you can call on to help with the walking?

Michele........Cracker Barrel has a very good Cocoa-cola cake; maybe if their copycat recipe is online you could check it out to see if you can figure out your sticking problem.

Anamika...........Glad to hear you had such a lovely anniversary; please add my good wishes to those already given. Your meal sounded absolutely devine!

granmallie.........Chin up--remember Barbies "Act the way you want to feel" and go show them you are made of tougher stuff (AND you have an army of MFP behind you!!!). Adult bullies are every bit as bad as the kid version. Confidence to you, my friend!!!!

Take care, all
yanniejannie

Joyce: Your insurance premiums are amazingly low. DH’s Medicare SUPPLEMENT is $286 per month. He’s met his deductible and not much is coming out of pocket any more. Next year I’ll be going onto medicare and will have to pay for it and a supplement. This year my insurance is still covered by my former employer. I have to make co-pays on my prescriptions, but most are generic & not very high. Re disaster plan: After Sandy devastated the East Coast we went on line and found a check list, then assembled all of the check-listed items. So we have bleach for purifying water, food, light sources, and so on. We can move aboard our boat if necessary. Floods are our most likely risk. Tornadoes are so sudden and destructive that I don’t see how an emergency plan would be of much help other than a bomb shelter in the basement with all the foods and medicines inside.

Grandmallie: This seems to have become an unhappy pattern for you at work. You have my sincere sympathy and support for whatever you decide to do about it. I wonder if there is some other medical office, hospital, church or charitable organization you could go to work for. Seems like that might satisfy your heart and your pocketbook. They’d be lucky to get you.

Barbie: Wouldn’t it be a different Thanksgiving if Jake actually brings home a wild turkey? I’d make him clean it. About 12 or 13 years ago we were looking for property in the San Juans as a place to retire. One of the lots we visited on San Juan Island had a flock of wild turkeys ambling about. I was astonished at how big they are. We found a townhouse by the water within commuting distance from our jobs (barely) and settled here. The commute was a punishment until we both retired, but we love being by the water and close to good medical care. Dear friends live on Orcas Island, and it is lovely. We’ll have to be satisfied with occasional visits. I don’t want to give up our current medical team, home, and access to PDX so our daughter can visit relatively easily.

Michele: I am so impressed with your plank. I’ve only worked up to 90 seconds since I started back up with it.

Animika: Happy Anniversary!

Liz from Halifax: It is nice to se your post. I used to get dizzy if I stood up too quickly. The Doctor took my blood pressure, which was low, and said, “My God, woman. You’re going to live forever.” So I quit worrying about it. I was in my mid 20’s back then. I still occasionally have to stand still a moment after standing up, but not often. I have my blood pressure checked when I see the doctor, and it has always been within the lower end of the normal range.

Time to leave for yoga. Have a great day. I'm not proof reading this so forgive any goofs.

Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon

November goals:
1. Log every bite
2. Focus on fitness: cardio and strength every week
3. Drink 3 or more glasses of water daily

Happy tues.
Violet got up at 6 am,usually sleeps til 8 or 9.Got more stuff done.
Have a great day!!
hugs
jane

evening my dears~
I am sitting here with tears in my eyes,because I get so much support from you all each and every one of you..
Well remember how I told you I could feel something in the air.. well got in to work today, and there was a buzz in the air,I said ewww what is this, well the financial manager got engaged.. she got a rock too but she is also the real office manager cause the other one doesnt really know what to do.so after congrats were given,she pulls me in the office and closes the door,
Oh hear we go... they cut my hours again.. something about not enough production,told her I need full time work,
Oh but we need you here the little things help keep us organized~ yea right..
I feel like a cow being put out to pasture..told that to my DH and he said you are...
I feel like a failure~ honest to God,I know where he closes a door he opens a window, but geesh.
I am beside myself. I cant really do anything until the beginning of the new year,because we are going to florida in december..
keep me in your prayers,cause this old broad is gonna need them

Grandmallie - I am so sorry things are going badly at work. It creates such terrible tension. I had a bad situation with a supervisor at work and finally had all I could take and quit, with hubby's blessing. I thought it was the end of the world. The company then asked if I would do my same drafting work freelance from home, and I agreed on the condition that I didn't have to deal with that boss. They offered me an obscene amount of money, I get to set my own hours, and work when I want. I've been doing it this way for about 15 years now. Of course, my income is unpredictable - busy one month and slow the next - and I don't have benefits, but it's worked out well because I'm on my husband's insurance. I hope something like that will open up for you and this will be a blessing in disguise. Life is too short to be unhappy even one second.

I finally got myself to Wal-Mart to get groceries today. It was my first time out shopping since I got home from the hospital. I tried to go yesterday but was too tired. Today I made it, but I'm tired now. Where did all my energy go?

It's getting cloudy and windy outside, and the temperature is falling. We're supposed to get three days of rain and then high temperatures in the 30's on Saturday and Sunday. Oh joy. A good week to stay in with the pups.

Have a great evening.

Sylvia

Nov 19th. Today I am grateful for my little brother. Yes, he's 55 today but he is still my little brother. He was always the one who was the studious one, had a way of staying in the bathroom and reading Mom's library in there when it came time to clean the kitchen. He shows us what true devotion is. His wife has Addisons disease and rheumatoid arthritis and is 4'11''. So she has many health problems. Both their boys have pretty well any of the initials of all the childhood mental health disorders you can think of. But he knows what marriage vows are and what the responsibility of father hood is and he does it well. I'm sure there are nights that with in his locked up heart he may feel like he wants to cry but he stays strong. He was a lifer in the Navy and worked on subs. Very intelligent just didn't finish enough schooling to do anything that would bring in the big bucks. I wish he lived closer to us so we could be more in touch than what we do but it is his decision to live further away in order to keep peace in his family. He makes his own family there, very strong in his church and work. Since he was a lifer in the Navy he was known as Pops to many of the yougn men on the sub and spent many nights practising chair side pschycology with his fellow crew members. I love you John, can't wait to get that bear hug at Christmas. I admire you for being the husband that you are. I wish your life was easier with your sons but I admire how you handle it. It can't be easy at all. You are the best Grandpa ever.

Went to Walmart tonight and finished my Christmas shopping except for little stocking gifts for my own family members. I also got the 10,000 steps in.

Joyce, Indiana

Had a good day. Stayed under my calories, even with no exercise to count in. I WILL go to the gym in the morning! My daughter, Stef, & my 2 grandkids were here for supper. We all had a really good visit. :happy: Granddaughter, Kaelee stayed over to watch The Voice with Grandma!
Grandmallie: I really feel bad for you! Have you heard the other part to God opening a window? It says "Until God opens the next door, praise Him in the hallway!" God has something better in store for you. Enjoy your trip to Florida & keep focused on all of your blessings.
Joyce: I am jealous! You finished your Christmas shopping! I have like 2 things bought so far!
God Bless,
Deb:flowerforyou:

Posted earlier before I got through all the posts

Grandmallie - don't let the b*st*#@ds get you down. Wish I could give you big hugs, too - you do not deserve to be treated poorly!! Barbie's advise is good - live in the moment, with an eye tot he future. Plan how much fun/happiness you will have in Florida, update your resume and don't look back.



Jill in western MA

Well good evening ladies. The time is flying by. I have had the last four days off and starting tomorrow I work the next five. Not so bad only 12 hour shifts wear me out. I didn't get alot done when I was off. I ended up going to the urgent care office on Saturday as my hand was really hurting. Found out I have a hairline fx of my thumb. Then I went to chiropractor today for my neck. He did the ajustment and then they have a massage person and so they did that. First time I have ever had a massage and I can see why people relax with them. I would do ok until she found the sore spot. So hoping I am on the road to recovery. Thanks for all the advice and I tagged his number so if the guy who hit me calls again I will know it is him and not answer. DH and I have been out car shopping and have acouple in mind. Waiting to see what the insurance company does. I do have a rental car his insurance company is paying for. I took DGD to the doctor yesterday as wanted her neck checked as she hit the seat belts hard. They said she is ok.
I admire all of you for getting your Christmas shopping done early. I have a few things, but have alot left. We put up our decorations on Dec 1st. The year our son Gary passed we did not put up a tree and I was more depressed. So I told DH we will not skip that again. Christmas is my favoraite and I enjoy every part of it. I do try and do things with the DGC to teach them about Jesus and what it means to give. When DH and I were frist married he threw a fit about Christmas and I told him that he best learn to live with the fact I love Christmas. I enjoy the cards the best. Hear from so many that only hear from once a year.

Tazgirl-- Hugs!!:flowerforyou: My DFIL passed away suddenly Dec 17th. It has been 21 years and some days it feels like yesterday.

Rita-- I have thought about checking out curves, just keep spacing it off. When I color my hair I love that it now comes in foam. I seem to make alot less mess.

Sandy--I have alot of issues with sleeping. I just keep telling myself it is part of getting older. I do take OTC melatonin and that seems to help.

grandmallie--Sorry to hear about what is going on at work. Seems being a good employee and staying with the same job for years doesn't mean much. Sending you hugs and prayers that it all works out. Congrates on the weight loss.

Katla--I agree we need to be Thankful for what we have and not be judgemental of others.

BJ--Sorry about your friend. It's not easy to see those we have known for along time be sick and not able to do anything.

Heather--Sorry to hear DH is having such a tough time. He is so lucky to have you and that you understand what is going on with him. I hope you are having a good visit with your friends. I understand how you feel, I get myself all worked up when going to have company. I want everything to be perfect and once they are here I relax.

Syliva-- 98% blocked. So glad you found out and are taking care of it before something bad happened. Sounds like you have a very caring doctor, that makes such a difference. I did cardiac rehab this last spring and I admit I did get alot out of it.

yanniejannie--Sounds like you did a great job with getting the donations for the race. I love butternut squash.

Michele-- How terrible about that post. I don't understand people like that. I sure admire you for all the baking and voluteering you do.

Meg--I tried the Wal Greens step program and I got confused. Think I may try it again and see if I have better luck. We have all our pictures done there and the points add up. So did you hear about the murder here last week. I keep thinking Grand Island is safe, but no place is anymore. Our friends Bruce and Lisa from CMA, their daughter is married to the son of the guy that did the shooting. Praying for them as he is an only child and not only did his dad shot the lawyer he shot his ex also.

Joyce--I had to change glucose meters because of insurance. Come the first of the year our insurance changes again. The part I dislike the most is that all meds have to be by mail. The insurance will not cover meds we get from local stores.

Well it is time to get ready and into bed. Going to be a long next couple days. Sounds like we have one more day of Fall weather and then talking rain and snow starting Thursday. Welcome to all the newbebies and congrates to those who have lost and hugs and prayers to those who need them. I did weight this morning and am down 1.9 pounds for a total of 130. I was surprised I lost this week as been over several days.

Blessed! Vicki GI NE

Hi gals. I have come down with the annual plague and feel like crap. Hope to see you all tomorrow. Hugs all around! Meg

morning ladies,
yes I am up at the crack of dawn,because I went to sleep early and and slept very sporatically(sp) to much running through my mind,
thank you all for you love and support it means more to me than you know..
Barbie- yes I am in charge of my destiny I know, done with the pity party,I will have a ball in florida.
we were planning on buying a king size bed while we were down there,but we wont be doing that.eventually someday we will get it.but with whats going on. not going to spend extra money.
DH -is more the worry wart than me, so he stresses about the financial part of things God has always always steered me in the right direction and I pray he will again.
at least I still have a job,but it is very tough and like walking on egg shells,because they are watching everything I do.
It is sad that women in there 40's you would think they are all over the playing games crap...
Oh well once I find another job,they will see just how much they will miss what I do around there, I was everyone's back up.. guess what they will be on there own and someone will HAVE to work the weekend :laugh:
done with the pity party,I will work on my resume,only thing is the DH computer is out and have no way to print anything... oh well I will figure something out..
I have my little buddy Homer tucked under the covers next to me and the other at the end of the bed,so life isnt horrible
you all. and what doesn't kill us makes us stronger...

Michele - I kept waiting to see if anybody said this, but it haven't seen it, so here goes...you could put a piece of parchment paper in the bottom of the pan. Once the cake is turned out and cooled a little, just peel it off. That's the sure way.

My weight had skyrocketed when I got home from the hospital. I had been 216 and it was 220 when I got home, but I figured it was from water. I missed a couple of days of water pills in the hospital. So, this morning the scale said 215.6! Yippee! My husband said he wished he could weigh 215. I said, well, you could eat what I eat, but he said it would not taste good. No kidding?! It doesn't taste good to me either, but it's not horrible. Some of it I actually enjoy. He's just addicted to pizza and hamburgers.

I have some dandy bruises from the hospital. I bruise easily because of the blood thinners. My left forearm is just about covered with dark purple bruises from two IVs, and the wrist of my right arm is green. When I was at Walmart yesterday the lady in front of me said "who beat the crap out of you?" I said it was a cardiac nurse. :laugh:

I hope everybody has a great day.

Sylvia

Grandmallie: Your employment situation is making you sad. I hope things will improve or that you’ll find something more enjoyable. Jill has given good advice. Update your resume, and enjoy Florida. I have found that women are often of the same character in their 40’s as they always were. Mean girls in high school are often mean for life, and seem to pair up. There was a pair of them at the school where I worked. Luckily I was not their target, and even more luckily, I retired. I no longer have to even witness their BS. Enjoy your meeting with Kevrit and say hi for me.:flowerforyou:

Heather: I’m glad you’re enjoying your company. How big is your freezer? It must be enormous! My DH wants to get a bigger freezer because ours is jammed. The problem is that he’s a meat hoarder and if we get a larger freezer it will soon be jammed, too.:ohwell:

Sue in SD: Congratulations on excellent blood pressure. Good luck with the liver issue. Healing Angels to you.:flowerforyou:

BJ in SW Ont: You are now into the reality of teaching. Some of the students don’t do much of anything and expect to pass. They should not pass. Try to focus on those who are doing the work and extend your time and energy for those who are working hard. Do you have office hours? Tell the class that struggling students are encouraged to come in for help. That way you will have gone the extra mile and won’t feel guilty about failing the lazy. I wonder if you’ll encounter parental “hovercraft” at your level.:flowerforyou:

Michele: We just started using sweet potatoes in the last year or so. I’d love to know what you put in a sweet potato casserole. As a kid, the only time I ever had them was at Easter dinners at my Auntie Mimi’s place. They were “candied yams” and were drenched in syrup and marshmallows. I thought they were awful. She also served ham that was crusted with some sort of sweet glaze, maybe honey. Even as a kid I preferred savory dishes to sweet ones, except for desserts. Hugs to you in your continuing struggle to deal with your son’s lack of contact. Focusing on Jessica and Denise is a good idea. :flowerforyou:

Meg: I’m sorry you have the plague. Take care of yourself and I hope you are able to get well soon.:flowerforyou:

Viv UK: We don’t share computers unless traveling. Then DH shares mine. I love having a laptop. I have two search engines, Firefox and Safari. When we’re sharing, I use one and he uses the other.:flowerforyou:

Sylvia: I laughed when I read that you told the shopper at Walmart that a cardiac nurse beat you up. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Great reply.:flowerforyou:



We actually have a sunny morning! Wahoo! I just went upstairs to nudge DH awake. He needs to start his day. I’m hoping the good weather results in some outdoor activity. It is pretty, but cold. We’ll have to bundle up a bit. I’m at the beginnings stages of maintenance now, but the weight still seems to be coming off. I’ve a long way to go before that is a health concern. I’m trying to learn to maintain and gradually increasing the balance of calories in the food/exercise equation. I’m a bit nervous about the possibility of going back to old bad habits, which will clearly lead to old bad results.


Katla in Beautiful and sunny NW Oregon

November goals:
1. Log every bite
2. Focus on fitness: cardio and strength every week
3. Drink 3 or more glasses of water daily