WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2014

Happy Tuesday my lovelies

I am sitting at work and wishing I was out stomping in the woods. Very restless today. I think it is because my daughter is sat in Germany, with her baby due on Thursday. Her bf is working away this week (she's in Cologne, he's in Frankfurt) Eek, why am I not with her??

My IBS and gallbladder both decided to be SOBs yesterday. Eventually I gave up and took a hot water bottle to bed - although I was up and down to the bathroom more times than I like to remember.

Today will be a 'kind to my tummy' day and I will eat small and often.

Have a great day my friends.

Love to all.
Amanda x

Joyce,found this site for you. We have Jason's here. Pat in Ohio

http://www.nutrition-charts.com/jasons-deli-nutrition-facts-calorie-information/

I hit under 300 lbs today!! So excited!! Went to physical therapy for my knees today. My back is out and hubby's arm is out, but together, we cooked the dinner. Parmesan meatloaf, brown gravy with onions, oven roasted Brussels sprouts and potatoes, and a salad. Can't wait till dinner time!!

Well done you! I remember the day I first got below 300 pounds. I walked around with such a smile - would have thought I'd won the lottery!
Keep at it.
Amanda x

morning ladies,
snowing here again today~ gee isn't that unusal:huh:
don't go into work until 10:30 so have a load of laundry in,and got the DH dinner and lunch ready ,
again I havent gotten the urge to go to the gym, I feel like a slug,I am not giving up in the least,but just have not really not gotten into the exercise thing. I am trying to log everything, and try and eat correctly,but I am human, and sometimes I slip:frown:
I just want spring,I want the peeper's peeping, the birds singing and the smell of spring in the air..

Did 1 hr of the Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds DVD today. Tomorrow I'll probably go to a step class at the Y down in FL.

Well, we're getting ready to shut off servers, etc. Then going to leave

Joyce - so sorry you aren't going to your daughter's

Gotta skim, Vince is impatient to turn off the server

Love Jason's Deli. They have such good things there

Michele in NC

Good morning! The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and there is no more snow! All melted and gone. Temps in the upper 50's...till next week when winter comes roaring back.

Hubby had his doctor's appointment yesterday and found out the EKG taken during his sleep test showed that he has a Second Degree Block. Apparently that is not the same as a blocked artery. It's something to do with electrical impulses. He is wearing a holter monitor today, and waiting to get an appointment with a cardiologist. He doesn't remember if the doc said it was type 1 or type 2, so that would make a huge difference in the treatment. Type 1 is no biggie. Type 2 he might need a pacemaker. At least that's what I understood from reading online. Tomorrow he goes to the Ear Nose And Throat doctor to order his CPAP machine.

I forgot to hang up my swim suit and towel yesterday, so I'm waiting for them in the dryer before I can run off to the Y this morning. Food went well yesterday. No slip ups. So this morning my weight was down just a little bit more. Yesterday 205.4, today 204.8. Another 30 year low. Another 2.8 pounds will make 100 lost. But I feel like I'm counting my chickens! That could take another month, the way things are going.

Does anybody do Zumba? Our Y has started offering it four days a week, free, so I'm thinking about trying it. At least going to watch and see if I think I could do it. I've watched videos online and some look hard and some look easy. I'm very uncoordinated.

Well, the dryer has finished. Have a great day. I hope your snow stops soon, and be careful shoveling!

Sylvia

Sylvia: Thanks for the suggestion to look at You Tube. I have done that before and am now pretty sure I understand what you’re doing. Congratulations on your success.:flowerforyou:

Njtaliana: Congratulations on slipping below 300 lbs!:flowerforyou:

Yanniejannie: I’m so sorry your friend Gwen is having such a hard time.:flowerforyou:

Meg: I’m glad you’re back and sorry you needed a pity party. Not fun at all. You are so busy that I often am amazed at how much you do. I wonder if fatigue is your enemy. I struggled with it when I was teaching and was never able to find my balance because of the demands of the job and the horrid commute.:flowerforyou:

Beth WNY: I’m glad you found us again. You’re right to log everything, good, bad, and all. That is how you can see why things are going well or poorly.:flowerforyou:

Rori in CO: Glad to see you. It has been a while. You are a BUSY woman.:flowerforyou:

Carol in NC: Foodaholism is tougher than alcoholism in some ways, because abstaining from food completely is not an option. Forgive yourself, log every bite, and get back on track. Hugs.:flowerforyou:

Sue in TX: Welcome back. I’m glad you enjoyed your trip.:flowerforyou:

Michele: Do you take your cats to FL with you? Chocolate is not a problem for me other than the calories. I keep dark chocolate on hand to use as treats and do fine with it. Peanutbutter cups are another matter entirely. No control.:noway: I‘ll see if I can find some silken tofu the next time I’m baking a treat with oil in it.:flowerforyou:

Joyce: Men are often taught to suppress emotions, and “take it like a man,” whatever “it” happens to be. Your DH is probably a victim of that early training. Hugs to both of you.:flowerforyou:

Heather: What is a UTI? I understand being reluctant to spend a bunch of money on a phone with a contract, or any other long-term expense. I wasn’t worried about the phone contract because the out of pocket cost is reasonable, and I’ve been a customer of AT&T for decades so signing a contract agreement is not a risk. Getting a phone that matches your tablet is an excellent idea.:flowerforyou:

Cynthia: You are quite the romantic! Going out for the anniversary of your first kiss is an exceptionally wonderful idea.:flowerforyou:

Amanda: I’m so sorry your ITBS and gallbladder acted up at the same time. Hugs.:flowerforyou:

DeeDee: Your DGD is a hoot. I wonder what mine will be like at 13, and it is a mind boggling idea.:glasses:

Michele: Travel safely.:flowerforyou:

Sylvia: Good luck to your DH. I hope his situation is easily treatable. I have a cousin who has had a pacemaker since his twenties. The one he has now is not the original. It has been a generally good situation for him. If your DH ends up needing one, it could be a significant help for him feeling better.:flowerforyou:



I just told DH that I’m not really comfortable with spending a large amount of money on an RV. He isn’t happy with me right now. This came up in a call with our son last night. DS is afraid that an accident could cause us to lose everything we own if DH is driving with his vision limitations. I think it is a reasonable fear. DH really needs to take care of his vision problems because of potential liabilities if we have any sort of accident no matter what we are driving. This morning I said so. He isn’t talking right now and I can tell he’s not happy. I am not willing to take on the monthly payments he mentioned, either, don’t want the size RV he wants, and can list a dozen other issues. The liability worry is the easiest to explain and the most crucial to resolve.

Katla in beautiful NW Oregon

“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Thomas A. Edison


February goals:

1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Move more: cardio at least 3 days a week and strength training as soon as I am able.
3. Water: According to an article I saw on facebook, drinking water at certain times maximizes its effectiveness for the body. I’ll work toward following these guidelines:
* 2 glasses of water after waking up - helps activate internal organs
* 1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion
* 1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure
* 1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack

Katla - a UTI is a urinary tract infection. Apparently in old people the toxins can cross the blood brain barrier, which gets thinner with age. In fact I think I'm getting one right now so will be drinking a lot of water. DH is away so wont be able to make it to the doctor til he gets back.
Just before he set out we had a huge bolt of lightening, a crash overhead, and very heavy hail the size of small marbles. A torrent swept down our road. He wasn't best pleased at the prospect of driving through more floods !:noway: It is all quiet now. I have to keep away from the fridge. I feel shiritaki noodles coming on!:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: My go to for a low calorie binge.

Love Heather in soaking Hampshire UK

hi
skuehn48 - I live about 20 minutes south of Alamo CA - so it is 63 and slightly cloudy today!

Hope you enjoy your visit to CAL

Happy birthday-Brenda:drinker: :drinker:
Been walking Violet to and from school,being careful of the snow and ice,today I slipped on a sidewalk crack.Fell on my butt.Hope that`s all I did.:sad: ::explode:
hugs
jane

Happy Tuesday dear ladies. Well it was not a good weigh in for me this moring. I am up 1.9 pounds. I have to get back on track and not eat out so much.:sad:
Trying not to let myself get depressed about it. It's a new day and I am working on getting back on track. It is to be up in the 50s the next couple days and chance of snow on Thursday, of course that is my day off.
Well I did not go to the play date with DGD as was just tired so stayed home alday until I had to go to a meeting at work at 5:30pm. Which was a waste, but they tell us we have to be there. I am feeling better today.

Alison--Hugs!!

Jane--Prayers for you and your friend, Hugs also! Glad you were not hurt with your fall. I am so afraid of falling when it is icy. I walk like a duck and don't care how funny it looks.

Eileen--Congrates on the new grandbaby!:flowerforyou:

Nadia--Welcome, looking forward to getting to know you!!:flowerforyou:

Katiebug--I wear a pedometer and keep track of my steps. I was at a meeting at work last evening and the wellness gal was there explainning the new insurance and what they are doing to keep us well. She said that come April they are giving fitbits to those that sign up. I am hoping I can get one. I agree giving up food is not an option so I do believe harder to get undercontrol. I know I have not had a drink since 4/5/206 and long as I stay away I have no problems.

Gloria--don't be so hard on yourself. You have so much going on and alot to deal with. Hugs and prayers to all of you! My DMIL lived with us the last couple months as she could get her radiation here and between us and DS and his wife we got her to them. Then we went to visit DSIL and while there DMIL laid down on the bed and her back broke. So we ended up staying with her there for three weeks before she passed. There were 4 of her children and spouses there so we took turns setting with her. Doing it alone you have so much to handle.

Carol--Hugs and prayers. So glad your test results were good. I know what you mean about the buffet. Then there is the little voice saying go for it just for today. then next thing I know it is a week later and I have a gain.

Sylvia--I have tried the face exercises and do think they help. I try and do them when I am walking. Hope DH gets the answers so you both know what the next step is. After all that has gone on with my dad these last several months I am amazed at what the heart can do and the doctors to the heart.:happy:

Maryann--Happy dance for getting under 300!!! I hope you do something for yourself to celebrate!!!:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

yanniejannie--Sounds like Gwen is sure lucky to have you looking out for her. Sure hope it gets better soon!:flowerforyou:

Beth--I know logging everything when eating out of control is scary and I have been making myself do it and I do think it makes me think. Maybe not stop, but think. I am hoping today to be back on track and so far so good! Important not to give up!!!

Joyce--I remember when I first started my mom gave me a book for Kotex and the starter package. I agree that you have the right for support and if your family can give it, I say go for it. And I truly believe prayer can make a difference.

Brenda--Happy Birthday!!:flowerforyou: :drinker:

Cynthia--sounds like you and DH have the romance going. I tell my DH every year that Christmas eve is the night of our first kiss. Hope you both have a very special date night.
Well it is that time of day I need to think about getting some work done before time to go home. Hugs and prayers to all and remember we are in this together.:drinker:
Blessed! Vicki GI NE

ok,I am Done .. stick a fork in me, I shoveled for an hour and a half at work,so got my exercise in..,but my shoulders are sore my neck is sore..
ate pretty well today,going to sleep early, I am working 9- 4 tomorrow,then have thursday off...then working 10-5 on friday and the weekend off

Maryann - congrats on breaking 300. I too broke that mark this past weekend. I'm doing the happy dance for both of us.

Jane - ouch, I hope you didn't hurt yourself when you fell

Brenda - Happy Birthday!! :flowerforyou:

Linda - welcome to a great thread. it's a very supportive group of ladies. Come back often and post as often as you want.

cychogal - welcome too!! Those are great goals.

Allison - I can't believe how much shoveling you've done. Spring is only a month away (that's my mantra these days :laugh: )

yanniejannie - you are such a great friend. I hope that something is done for Gwen. It must be so difficult to watch someone you care about go through all of that. Take a bit of time for yourself

We got a dumping of snow over night. Oh spring...where are you? I'm only working 2 days this week...woohooo. I'm taking Thurs & Fri off to use up my last 2 vacation days and watch the gold medal hockey game on Thursday.

Had a great dinner with DD, DS & his gf. It amazes me how much I've learned since being on MFP. I had to guess how much chicken but I'd say it was close to 4 ounces and then just piled on the veggies. The food was grilled right in front of us. I had lots of food, but it was mostly veggies. I am more able now to have an idea of what a serving size is and no sauces. It was very yummy. I love the times we have together, I'm still getting to know DS's gf. He seems really happy but I noticed that he too has put on a bit of weight. He's aware of it and has started working out. He's always been so tall and skinny.

off to watch some Olympics and let my muscles rest some after the strength training tonight!

Sandy in ON

Bump - if I can almost 50, feel like I belong here! Oh, and I have a saying "The SOUL never ages, it's just this old outer shell....."

There was alot of activitie on this chat today. I have just come on this site after being on weight watchers. I lost weight I wasn't expecting to but have put it all back on and than a few more pounds. I can not keep going on like this. My friends husband just had a heart attack this week and had a stint put in. Seems the thing that happens after 50. This is the second person I know. Seems if the don't die they have a stroke or need a stint. Sorry that is a downer but just how this year has started out.