WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2014

Had the cataract surgery on the left eye yesterday and, in the exams ahead of it, found out I also have something called Fuchs Dystrophy. Basically, its a progressive condition where the cells behind the cornea stop processing water properly and fluid starts to build up, which means it may take a little longer for me to get clearer vision in the left eye. Have not done the right eye yet, but will shortly I think. Still off work today for the follow up appointment, etc., then I'll decide about tomorrow.

I tried catching up on the thread yesterday on my phone while we were waiting, but wasn't very successful with the dilated eye, etc.

We're going to NJ/NYC metro area soon and I've been wanting to go to the 911 memorial, but the opening of the museum right when we get up there may change my mind, because of crowds. (Really don't care for that!) It is all over the news.... DH and I will have to discuss further. Because we're visiting friends also, I might prefer to save the visit to the memorial for a trip where we fly direct in to NY and stay overnight in the city.

Off to get ready for the day.

Gail metro ATL

:flowerforyou: Hi Ladies,
just saving my place and sending prayers to all in need
Juanita in sudbury

Good morning Beautiful Ladies,

It is another cool and lovely day in Oklahoma. I'm so glad the wind has been calm.

Hubby and I are going to a retirement party this evening for one of my best and oldest friends. We worked together for 30 years and she is retiring just before her 80th birthday. She is the youngest senior I know. I have always said I will never be as young as she is! :laugh: It will be nice to see some of my former coworkers as well.

NenaC, welcome. You will find lots of support here.:flowerforyou:

Sylvia, hugs for little one with broken arm. :sad:

Gail, I hope you have a speedy recovery from you eye surgery. :flowerforyou:

Jane, hugs, so sorry about your friend.:sad:

Eileen, prayers for you and your loved ones.

Cynthia, nice to see you. Hope your days are getting easier.

Prayers to all dealing with severe weather and wild fires.

Hugs to all with victories, prayers to all struggling.

Welcome new ladies.:flowerforyou:

Cindy in OK

Janematin: Prayers for Melody, and for you.:flowerforyou:

Gail Metro ATL: I hope your eye condition is treatable and doesn’t cause you discomfort.:flowerforyou:

NenaC: Welcome. I hope your move is a positive step in your life and that you get the full portion of loving your wonderful grandchildren.:flowerforyou:

Cindy: Your friend who retired just before her 80th birthday is a remarkable woman. I’m happy just knowing about her.:happy:



I went to a City meeting last night where a group of Architects & developers from the East Coast provided us with a presentation filled with development ideas for our town. They listened to community suggestions on Monday, and turned it into sketches and proposals for last night. I was interested in their ideas, but my ideas were not included, so One of my gripes was their inclusion of a boardwalk. :noway: Concrete or brick walks, yes, but boards rot too quickly around here. We need to use materials of lasting value. Perhaps I’m misunderstanding and a boardwalk is not actually made of boards. :huh: I know I’m picking nits and some of their concepts were actually excellent. This whole process was intended to generate ideas for change, and gave the community a chance to dream together. All in all, it was an interesting opportunity for the community to have a dialog.:flowerforyou:

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


May Goals:
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least two glasses of water daily.

I am brand new to myfitnesspal. I signed up yesterday. I've been trying to motivate myself through a "ready to lose" program at work, and implemented strategies that I hoped would work...and gained 8 pounds last month. My coach in this program suggested that I sign up for myfitnesspal. So...I am now tracking my calories. I signed up for 3 exercise classes/week - two stability ball and one body sculpting.

I'm not sure if I'll be able to stick with the restricted calorie diet, though. Maybe this program will help me stay motivated...

Lynn

Bump

<<waving hello!>>

I'ts nice to see this group here! I am new to MFP. I am finding it so much better than my pencil and notebook for tracking

I live in Massachusetts, where it finally became Spring this week! I work as a PT and group fitness instructor at the YMCA here in my town.

I will try to stop by here again, and often!

~Krys.

Okay, I am learning to recognize and accept my emotions and feelings.

Right now I really want a piece of candy.....really, really bad!

Well the saga of our fall vacation planning continues. Yesterday I found a Weather Channel site which showed the average air temp for the Gulf coast in October, high of 77, low of around 69. My daughter send me info that is from the rental agency that shows 83. A little warmer but I also feel they may be a little prejudice toward getting tourists. I called the agency again today and asked them about the bathroom configuration since it is 4 bed, 3 bath. This house has 3 floors, main level has one bedroom and bath, second floor has a master bedroom/ bath and another bed and bath. That leaves the lower level which has the bunk room and no bath. Unfortunately this bunk room would be mine, with no bath, for a 64 year old Mom who gets up 4 times a night to pee. I also asked her what there is for entertainment since my husband does not find the ocean that interesting. Closest place is an hour drive to Panama City.

I can't recall the new person that is a new member that is a trainer at the Y. With the way you look, I would believe anything you told me to, you look fantastic..

Joyce, Indiana

Love this group! Count me in.
I'm 52, a professional mom with 15 to lose for summer. (Well, I'd be happy with 10- I think 15 is a pipe dream.) Anyway, I need the support of you women who understand how tough it is to lose this weight at our age.

:grumble: So mad at myself. Had a nice long letter almost ready,needed to look up word spell & lost the post! :grumble:
Will just mark my spot.
Do remember Gail mentioning the new 911 Memorial Museum . Just this morn on "Today" show ,they said 20,000 tickets had been sold. It opens next wk.
Prayers for anyone sick or hurt. Good luck with your food plan. Pat in Oh

Oh, my - 20 injections?!! Poor guy.....

Gail, metro ATL

Beth, I am so sorry to hear of your son's distress. It resonates with me, as we had a similar situation with our DD ( also 16 now). For six years, she suffered from migraines that kept her in bed in the dark for days at a time. We had to homeschool her just to get by, she missed so much school. I must have spent literally days on the Internet, searching for something that could help her, as well as seeing doctor after doctor. (I could write a book here!)

Just by chance, I stumbled onto something that worked - maybe it can be of use to you. I want to preface this by saying that chiropractic was one of the things we tried for her, and it wasn't particularly helpful, however, there Is a type of chiropractic specialist that studies the atlas bone intensively, and that is the guy who saved the day for us. They are not easy to find, but you can do a search for "atlas orthogonal", and see what comes up.

After one treatment, DD ended six years of misery, and got her life back. That said, she needs to check in with him periodically to keep it up, but she has enjoyed four years without migraines, and the treatment is painless.

Best wishes,
Kayzoola ( PNW USA)

:flowerforyou: I won two tickets to the pre-screening of "Fed Up". How cool is that. Called into my favourate radio show on the way home from work. Actually tried for several days, and today was my lucky day. Woohoo! Caller # 7 was me! DH and I will be going next week. Google it and you will see it is already playing in the USA.

Today was DD’s last day of work before maternity leave for baby #2. So exciting. On Saturday, my DIL and I are taking her for a spa treatment. Well, it’s a pedicure given her pregnancy state. But we will be able to take advantage of some lunch and the mineral pool. This is instead of a baby shower, given baby #2 is also a boy.

Today was a beautiful spring day and yes, I wore a dress. When I got home, I discovered I had forgotten to put on a bra this morning. How silly. The beautiful details of the dress made up for it…fortunately. :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

Renny
Vancouver Island, BC