WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH 2014

Went to body pump today. The pyracantha came back to haunt me with a sore back from yanking on the darn thing a couple of days ago, so I had to lighten up a little.

I caught the cat trying to bring another live mouse into the garage today. Thankfully, I was able to get the mouse in a watering can and take it to a field nearby. Ugh!

Kim, I made the black bean brownies from your recipe, and my DH had seconds!

Sylvia, your scale pic was onederful!

Joyce, I don't enjoy logging the bad stuff either. Makes me cringe a little, which I suppose is a good thing.

Barbie, you are an inspiration. Healthy eating on your birthday!

Kayzoola (PNW USA)

Meg - sounds like you're having success with daily goals. That's wonderful!

flygirl - welcome!

Anamika - I didn't get those shorts for nearly nothing, I got them for nothing!! Actually, there was $.01 left over from the Kohl's cash but I'm not going to worry about one cent. I can't see how anyone in their right mind would want you to leave

cougarose - you can insert yourself here by 1) pulling up a chair 2) putting your feet up 3) posting. That's IT. Glad to have ya

Joyce - you're so right, resistance IS futile

Meg - perhaps when you first set up your pedometer, you set it up so that your stride is bigger than it probably really is because I would think you'd be getting in many more steps

Gloria - good for you getting your exercise in! That's great

Carol - yes it was me who slept thru my alarm the other day. I think it was Sunday. I did ask Vince to put the volume up a notch, and so far so good. You poor dear having gone thru all that abuse.

Jill - I prefer to use the dried beans if I can. The only thing is, the beans in the can, which is higher in sodium, are more "soft and mushy" so they seem to work better if I need to puree them. How long do you soak your beans for?

Sylvia - what a busy day you've had!

jane - sorry to hear you're in pain. Hope the MRI shows something that can be taken care of

Dinah - welcome!

Heather - you never cease to amaze me with all the cooking and cake decorating you do

Got up, did an hour of a step DVD, then we had a Newcomer board meeting. I don't know, it's probably just me. I'm head of hospitality and so coordinate having people bring in snacks etc. Well, a while ago they had a "breakfast" catered by the restaurant there. Honestly, I didn't think it was much to talk about. But this one lady did everything. OK, I probably should have asked that she include me. But I didn't. Now it seems that next month they're going to have a lunch catered by the same restaurant. I do have people signed up to bring snacks, but I was told that we shouldn't have snacks. I, personally, think we should since not everyone will be staying for the lunch -- but who am I? This same lady is going to take all of this on. This time I asked her "as head of hospitality, please keep me informed". She just said "I really don't think it'll affect you". I have a strong suspicion that she won't keep me informed. They've decided that this time Newcomers will pay for the lunch. If that money is going to come out of my budget, I really think I should be more involved. Plus, we need to know how much to make the check out to them for. It just bothers me, and I really don't know why, that she's suddenly taking over. I mentioned to Vince that I doubt she'll keep me informed, and he agreed saying that she's somewhat of a control-freak person. Update: the president said to me that she will let me know how many are coming that Monday. To me, that's a bit late to be letting the people know if they need to bring a snack. Maybe they won't. To me, this whole thing is just one big mess. But again, who am I? Vince said that he (being on the board) may wind up saying something to the effect that if the money is going to come out of my budget, I should be more involved.

After the board meeting, we went to senior bowling, then bought milk and then home for dinner.

Tomorrow I'm planing to do this DVD called LaLoFit. Honestly, it's one of my least-favorite DVD's. There is just so much dull repetition and his cueing isn't all that great (to say the least). Afterwards, I go to volunteer at the Green Room. A lady at bowling today asked me to be her partner in the senior olympics bowling so I'll need to stop and drop off my application. Then buy more Sudafed mainly because I have a $5 coupon and it's like $6. Then on the way home I need to stop at this church's daycare. Last week I asked them if they'd save their glass baby food jars for me so I need to pick them up.

Oh, this morning I was in the kitchen and heard this strange noise. Vince was on the computer and I just assumed it was a video that he was watching. We went to give Loki his med, at first he didn't come for his treats. Then, when he finally did come, he walked right past them (not like him at all), at first he wouldn't take his treat at all. And on top of that, Vince was petting him and felt his coat wet. We are highly suspicious that he had another seizure. A pretty small one since I couldn't find anywhere where he urinated. Still...I don't know what brought it on.

Someone posted this on facebook and I thought it was cute: "Instead of John I call my bathroom Jim. It just sounds better to say that I went to the Jim first thing in the morning."

Joyce - excited for you, too,. Have a good time at the choir practice.

barbie - your lunch sounds great. The only thing I think would make it better is if there were more veges (but then again, I lately seem to love my veges).

kayzoola - This past summer one time (among lots of times) there was a dead mouse in the pool. I considered myself very brave, I actually scooped it out of the pool and threw it away. Not that I looked, mind you.... I applaude you, carrying a live mouse. I honestly don't think I could do that. Dying to try that black bean brownie recipe. Have the black beans on my shopping list. Last time I made them, I made them in the food processor and it was pretty full so I'm thinking that maybe this time what I'll do is make them in the blender. What did you use?

Meg - so sorry you had such a bad experience with the nurse practitioner. Maybe next time you go you should tell her how she made you feel and how you reacted to it. I would guess others feel the same way, too. She may not even realize that she's doing it!

Michele in NC

Renny: I’ve been in purple since I read your post.:flowerforyou:

Barbie: I was raised that a polite person doesn’t comment on other people’s food choices unless it is to give a compliment. I’m not always perfect in following that precept, although I try.

Meg: I’m sorry you had a bad experience with the new Nurse Practitioner at the diabetes clinic. I hope her attitude improves and soon. :grumble: My doctor didn’t get any information from the Boise hospital, which I don’t appreciate since I gave them her contact information. She wasn’t concerned, though she did review my medicines. Part of my misery during the car purchase process was my fault. I took a second pill that I shouldn’t have, as it can increase stress rather than reduce it. I didn’t realize that could happen. :noway: That did not occur on the day of my hospital visit; it occurred while buying the car. I plan to call the Boise hospital tomorrow and see about getting my information sent to my doctor here. She did ask me to get some blood work done, which I’ll do here in town in the morning.:flowerforyou:

Michelle: I hope you get your situation with the Newcomer’s organization smoothed out soon. You work so hard for them and should have help and support. I LOVE the idea of calling the bathroom Jim. Very funny! I go to the Jim first thing every morning, and last thing at night. I’m a real fitness fanatic.:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:



Today was actually a better day for me. After we got home from the doctor visit I took a nap and woke up feeling rested and refreshed. I also watched some of my favorite TV programs that were recorded while we were traveling. We noticed a different hummingbird at our feeder today, a Rufous Hummingbird. They’re summer visitors and this is the earliest I’ve seen one here. Our Annas Hummingbirds are year round residents, even in the coldest weather.

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

Just marking my spot. Have been too busy with work to even read the posts for about a week. Miss you all!!
Deb A in CNY

Hello to All,
I have the hardest time logging my food and exercise. I do OK for breakfast and lunch but once I leave work, I don't get back on the computer. I did a really good work out last night, strength training and aerobic. This morning I got up and did about 15 minutes of exercise and I plan to attend the lunch class here at work. Tonight I have a personal training appt at 4:30 and then plan to do my own cardio again. Saturday I plan to do my cycling and ab class, then out for a day of shopping with DD and grandkids. Saturday night we are going dancing, I am so looking forward to it. We have a pretty big group planning to go, we know and love the band, and it's not to far of a drive.
I am running behind at work so have to rush off, I hope everyone has a good and healthy day.
Patty, Cincinnati

Just a quick note while my morning tea brews.

Meg-are you paying for that appt? With A1C at 6 you are doing great!!!! You should have stopped her and reminded her that since you are paying she works for you and you would appreciate a less negative attitude! My last A1C was 10, I was going thru depression since my Mom passed and all the stress of cleaning out her house and that. I was eating any and all things, you know potatoes, bread, pasta lots of it. Anyway, my doctor didn't yell or get upset and we talked. My first appt with him was an interview to see if I wanted him for my doctor. He told me I still had to pay for the appt and I said "I know" and told him the work for me thing. I told him what I was wanting in a doctor, plain talk, no medical jargon and a few other things. So far so good, the quiet talk, got me back on track, I'm hoping for a 6 or 7 A1C this next check up. Sorry about the ramble, need caffeine

Joyce- we are really lucky to have 3 massage schools here and for $100 you can get 4 one hour massages with students, these are students about to grad and doing their labs. Not bad. I go to another lady for my shoulder, but the others are good for just relaxing.

Back later. Tigress in GA

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Hello there!! Nice to see this. I don't get into the "community" area much. Gearing up for my April 10th weigh in on Dietbet.
Shouldn't be a problem as I am watching the diet and walking 5 miles every day.

Going on a 3 week cruise next month. Plan to find a scale as soon as I hit the deck and watch the calories. Lots of walking and active shore excursions planned. Should be fun and challenging.

Have a great day!!

Hello Lovelies!

Cynthia, congratulations on the muscle definition.

Working on the kitchen and dust today. Have a stuffy nose, probably from the dust!

Have a wonderful day everyone. I will catch up on everyone soon!

Prayers and Hugs,

Cindy in OK:flowerforyou: :drinker: :

Cynthia... finding things again that were buried under fat is providing many laughs here too! For weeks I kept wondering what I was feeling when I was lying down ... asked my husband who just rolled his eyes and said ... your ribs!:happy:

Beth