WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JUNE 2014

Did an hour of challenges today. Tomorrow I'm planning to do a Gilad's Step and Tone DVD. The reason I'm doing it then is because when I ordered it, I accidentally ordered it used. I need to be sure that it's OK.

Jan - thanks for the idea about the black eyed susans. It's a definite thought. Have fun at the shower!

Went to Penney's last night. Got 9 pairs of socks for Vince for $2.11

Gloria - where in FL are you going? How long will you be gone?

Kim - thanks for telling me about your experience with the shield.

katla - it looks like we live in zone 7B. We live in Newton, NC right at the foothills of the mountains. We are about 1,000 ft above sea level. I would want the plants to be not very tall at all since they will be under the power lines and the power company comes in and does their "thing" from time to time (and you know how horrible their "thing" can look). Since we have a pool, I would prefer evergreens as long as they don't grow real tall. Decidious are trees and I know that the power company would cut them down. Also, decidious lose their leaves and that would be just more leaves in the pool. What do I like? Well, I like things that are easy to maintain (I take a religious view -- God will take care of it) especially since this will be under the power lines. Our property under the lines goes for about 80 feet so I would probably want something that isn't real expensive. Vince says that chocolate is a food group.

Well, the additional landscape fabric came in yesterday so after I wrap up the pork chops that I made earlier to have during the week, it's off to put down more riverrock. I just keep saying "this is the last load. This is the LAST load" Even tho we got 10 yards, it certainly doesn't look like as large a mound of stone as the first load (which was 10 yards). Maybe I'm just getting used to it

Joanie - did you use the entire asparagus stalk (including the woody part) or did you have to snap it off?

Cindy in OK - I don't know if we can put something under the power lines that grows as big as that Rose of Sharon grows. Duke Energy just came by recently and really cut down the growth on the property (unowned) next to us.

Beth - so sorry ds developed a headache, but glad to wasn't a full-blown one

Carol - how wonderful that you joined us! Some ladies on here have said that they mix their wine with seletzer water. That way they can have more than one glass yet still keep the calories down. An idea in case you decide to you would like a little wine

Meg - 68 cents off a gallon of gas! Awesome! The one store around here that lets you accumulate your gas credits over a period of three months, when we get the total, that's when Vince fills up the SUV. The other store that only gives you credit for a month, I just fill up my car. I'm with you, I do think that Heather needs to be sure that what she made is "up to par", and I for one am more than willing to taste test....lol Most things I can freeze, but to me asparagus doesn't freeze well. Maybe there's something that I'm not doing right

Margaret - hello! So sorry that you lost your partner

Rori - OUCH!!!! You poor dear. That word "frankenfood" reminded me of Jillian Michael's book "master your Metabolism" in which she uses it. My hubby LOVES hockey. I have a hard time with all that checking. I made this crossstitch lap quilt and the instructions said to use blue thread around the outside, but I used lavender. Guess that's about as close as I'll ever get to a lavender room. I also made another blanket (it was real simple, you tie the ends together after cutting strips 1" wide) and one side is dark purple, so that kind-of matches.

Cheryl - I always did find riding horses to be relaxing (when I did it, and I didn't do it very much)

Rori - we have a wool rug in our living room, and I don't have a problem at all with stains (and with 4 cats, someone is ALWAYS throwing up). Yet, I have a wool runner in my kitchen and that rug holds onto the stains like there's no tomorrow. Fortunately, it's pretty worn so I'll probably be getting a new one in the next few years. doesn't your trainer know that women can't get huge arms because we don't have the testosterone that men have?

Heather - one of the things that I like about a stand mixer is the fact that something can be mixing (butter and sugar or beating egg whites or whatever) and in the meantime I can be putting ingredients away or doing something else. I do also have a hand mixer.

margomid - welcome! I don't use a bar so I'm not the one to help you with that. But I know that there are lots of other ladies on here who will be more than glad to help you.

Heather - you devil, you....lol posting a pic of the scone and then the description. My mouth is drooling. You can count me in for tea

Kim - when I was working in the home ec area of the high school, one of the biggest problems I had was the fact that I had to taste each and every recipe. And high school kids DO NOT make things low cal. You have my sympathies

Jill - thanks for letting me live vicariously thru you about your cruise. Sounds heavenly

yanniejannie - so glad you had such a good time at the shower

janettenw - wonderful that you weren't overestimating. Yup, I'd say just give it time.

After exercising, had breakfast, then riverrocked until about 2:30, then picked up some of the rocks to try to get them onto the tarp, then went in the pool, then had to go to CVS to get 2 prescriptions for Vince, then church, then WalMart for milk that is on sale (the sale ends today), then home for dinner, on here now, think I'll go out by the pool, it's so nice out

Just came in from by the pool. Vacuumed out the spa.

barbie - have fun at the barbecue. Will you be bringing your coleslaw?

Renny - one year for Mother's Day Vince gave me solitude. I absolutely hated it! I asked him never again to give that to me. I wanted to be with my children

Michele in NC

Good evening Saturday gals!

Hope you all have a wonderful celebration of Father’s Day, recognizing DFs; DHs; and DSs….as well as DSILs! Unfortunately, my special gift from the US has not been delivered; but that will be ok; he will still like the surprise. He will have to be happy with patriarchy of a great family; son will be coming later in the week for a visit.

I am happy because Lord Stanley’s Cup was won last night sometime about 1:30 am by the LA Kings; we are Leaf fans of course, but at last, hockey season is over….and it does not start up again until October. 15 whole weeks without hockey!
Hockey widows arise! Release your shackles.

I just realized I missed three pages, will try to catch up tomorrow...

Grandmalle,my DH has a fitbit flex, and I am pretty sure yours will like his once he can see his results online!

Gmom – thanks for the link, I will look up and compare it to other ideas of nutrition.

Yannie – 14000 steps is quite a wonderful accomplishment; and the wonderful bird sighting, how rare!

Sylvia/Molly – congrats to you too on your step counts!

Dee and Katia– thanks for your sympathy and tea for our illness
Barbie – I hope you had a wonderfully spiritual day.

Michele – what I like about your weeks is that you change up your activity so often….is it for different strengths, or to avoid boredom, or both?

Cynthia – I sympathize with the sleep issues; my problem is that I am not as productive the next day. I hope you get more sleep soon!

Cityjane – I am so glad it is warm in England; at least somewhere in the northern hemisphere! Gives me hope!

Wessecg – congrats on hitting the mark! Scary what some practitioners do;
You are not your weight, but your wonderful self! I always look forward to your horse pics!

Jb – Hellacious is my new fav word! But I hope most of the worst is over.

Carolb – you sound very fulfilled with all of your growing responsibilities! 3 jobs!

Snagtop – welcome!

It is colder here than expected; I have been swimming in my 80 degree pool on this day 3 years ago.

Perhaps we should all get unshackled from the things that shackle us to such drastic climate change……I see Tesla has released all their patents for their amazing electric cars, in the hope that major companies will start taking the electric car seriously!
Hip hip hooray for Tesla! Perhaps there will be an ecar I can afford soon!

To all I have not yet written to, I am reading and thinking about your comments; love the words that are defining your attitudes and your goals.

My words are “ centred, calm and clear boundaries”…..
Have a great day tomorrow!

BJ, SWOnt

Heather – if you come to CA you MUST stay with me and we will walk and cook all day and all night and invite everyone I know so we don’t get pudgy! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Alison – you work just as hard as DH it is just on different things – do not sell yourself short!

Jill – sounds like a great trip – I am envious!

Janette - I figured my calorie count using the tool inside MFP, and when I log everything, I lose about 1 lb. a week - So I just got on line to a TDEE calculator and put in the numbers and then subtracted 20% like you did and that gives me a number 370 calories higher. That is a lot on a per day basis. And using the TDEE you are supposed to put in the amount you exercise so you would not eat back the exercise calories… But all of this is subjective – my lightly active might be your medium active. If this helps I am 5’1” 177lbs, lightly active, and MFP has me set at 1420 calories per day – then I do my exercise above that and eat back between 10 and 50%. Hope that helps.

Sylvia – love the jokes! :happy:

Barbara – Bump helps you find your place when you come back so you can look for your profile pic and know that is how far you read too.

Sherry – welcome back!!

BJ – I too was impressed that tesla is willing to release that, although there are a lot of strings…to the release.

I was talking with a friend tonight and she made a comment, made me immediately think of all of us, she said "are you done with that diet thing yet?" I explained that I would never be done, it was a lifestyle change and that I thought I would always have to measure and write down my food as I did not have good judgement without that help. It made me realize that I have fully accepted that I will be on this journey/adventure always - She did not really get it, but she has all sorts of eating issues(reflux, allergies, ect) so weight is not a problem for her.

Off to get some sleep.

Kim in N. California

Good morning everyone!

Meg: hope you were able to get your chapter done and that you enjoyed your company.
Kim: lots of work in that cooking class; hope you will enjoy it as well. Walking around will certainly burn some calories!
Jill: you certainly saw a lot!
Alison: I love it when you say “chicas”. :bigsmile:
Michele: what you wrote to Rori was meant for me. :bigsmile: Curious how you clean throw-up spots on the wool rug. Agree about the trainer; that’s why I won’t be relying much on his advice….

Managed to have another good calorie day yesterday. This morning I was down about a pound again, totaling just shy of 16 kg (35 pounds). I put an Ikea nightstand together for a friend of mine; that used a few calories.
Today may be more challenging, calorie-wise; I have to work and that's sitting at the computer.
I ordered a sports bra! I used to wear one when I rode horses regularly, but haven't had one for years. I don't do anything high-impact because of my knee, but I got so tired of the straps sliding off my shoulders at the gym (even after I shortened them and put silicone pads under them to hold them in place) that I decided to order a racerback sports bra. I'm really curious how it will be.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Cynthia :flowerforyou:

Katla, Yanniejannie and anyone else who likes bbc radio programmes - the man who owns and runs the company we use for our "exotic" trips - Nomadic Thoughts - was on Radio 4 this week giving a talk about hitchhiking. Find bbc iplayer go to Radio and type in Four Thought. He is called Jono Vernon-Powell. We listened to it this morning while we were on our machines.:bigsmile:

Heather UK

Had a hard time this week used food to stuff feelings. At 53 I cannot believe this is still an issue. Next week will hopefully be better.

Hi Everyone,

I don’t post as often as I should but I do try to read the majority of this thread. I haven’t done as well as I would like to this past week but better than I would have done without it!
I missed tracking my food for a few days and haven’t walked or exercised as much as I should have, but because of being a part of MFP I at least lost 1 pound this week. I have always been the “I can’t do it Queen” or “what’s the point” now I am trying to be the “ I can do it for one day” person.
It has been raining here for two days, but the soil needs it. Gave me an excuse to do some rug hooking and spinning(not the bike kind).
We ordered new windows for our house and they are coming tomorrow, 4 weeks earlier than expected! I can’t wait.

Cathy in NS

Hello All,
Today I have a ton to do. I need to mow and trim the yard, have laundry to do, incl my sheets, make food for the week, figure out an ab work out for class on Tuesday and get some exercise in. I'd love to get a bike ride in.
Yesterday I did my cycling and ab class, cleaned out my car, swept it and washed all the window, and took my line dance lesson.
Today is Father's Day, I lost my Dad three years ago and I really miss him. I esp. miss him on any patriotic holiday as he was very proud of his military service and proud of his country.

Sylvia, Awesome photo's, I see a big difference.

Cindy, I love Italian food also, I use spaghetti squash and ground turkey for my go to meal when I crave it.

Katie, Turkey soup, Yummy!

Joyce IN, Good for your daughter, you are right that people have to want it yourself.

Welcome Carol, Margaret and all other newbies.

Rori Colorado, I sure hope you recover quickly.

Heather, I'd love to come to tea!

Jill, Your trip sounds awesome, I'm so glad you enjoyed it.

Renny, When is the grandbaby due? My DD I due June 27th.

Kim NCA, I'm with you on people who jut don't get it. I work in an office full time and personal train part time in the evening. So many of the people at the office sit all day, take breaks in the cafeteria (still sitting) sit for lunch and then go home at night and are to tired to do anything. Some ask for advise but then don't follow up or say it just seems like to much work.

Oh well, it is going on 10 a.m. and I have loads to do, I will check in tonight and let you know how much I get done.
Patty, Cincinnati OH

Looking at yall I know there is hope for me after 50!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yall look amazing!! Feel free to add me, I need it!

Would love to join this group of inspiring ladies. I'm Judy 63 from Ohio and would like to lose 50 pounds.

Moondoggz, Cathy in NS, and janet................I sure "hear" you all loud and clear!!! Yeah, one thing I've gotten real good at lately is that "falling off the wagon" bit. I know I'm eating because of stress and worry about a dangerous job my DD has taken, one that has her working 13 hr. days for very little pay. She seems pretty OK with being horribly used like this but I have the feeling of just waiting for the other shoe to fall................constantly. I'm having headaches more frequently and noticed other stress related occurrences. So............I have gotten into a pattern of one or two good days and then indulge my fears to the max with food........usually in a social setting but even at home too.

Most of us on here are not perfect; some are a lot more faithful and dedicated and have the results to show for that. Last year this time I was about at goal. It truly is one day at a time and doing the best you can day to day, accepting the complete failure days, and plugging along. Every day IS a new start; if we can't believe this, then it is all pretty pointless.

Heather........will check out the BBC show.........Thanks!!!

47Jacqueline...............Hope you have fun and learn a lot at your ZIN JA;M session I did zumba only once but really liked it.

Fingers crossed for good days for everyone,
yanniejannie
mid-Atlantic, where it is sunny.............and my new birdfeeder was taken down and dragged about 10 feet overnight ; methinks a raccoon, perhaps????

Good morning ladies! Started the day by making breakfast for husband and preping for the week ahead. Made my salads for lunch for the next couple of days, cut up a watermelon and a canteloupe and put servings aside to include in my lunch bag; if I don't a certain 16 year old will eat it all in 2 days! i guess it could be worse, he could be eating junk! Next off to run / walk on the elliptical and enjoy the great outdoors. Enjoy the day!
Goals:
log every day, every bite
try to drink more water, I just don't like it
excercise 3-4 times a week, work schedule interferes alot!

Sylvia: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!!!!!!!!! :drinker: :bigsmile: :drinker: :bigsmile:
You have been transforming yourself despite health issues and family issues. You are inspiring.

Hi girls and happy Father’s day to the men who are fathers in your lives! We missed the bad storms last night but our friends left early because they were worried…they are the ones who had their car crunched by hail in the last storm. We got rain, but not much else thank goodness. Today we’ll visit dad and then DD#2 and BF are supposed to come for dinner. DD#1 is already attitudinal and sent to her room for the day. Bleh. Girls!

I’m reading a great book, Women, Food, and God. It’s quite the eye opener. I’m about ¼ done and read it while I’m on the elliptical. One phrase really sticks with me….I am enough. The premise of the book is that we need to fix ourselves and why we feel flawed and then the weight will come off without “dieting”. She cites one study done by UCLA that found the biggest predictor of weight gain during the study was a previous weight loss from dieting! How interesting is that!

Heather: please save me a spot at your table. I’m on my way!

Cindy: great walk!

Kim: camp sounds like fun but I can see where it would be a challenge as well! I am trying to have one slow day a week too. It’s so good for the soul.

Alison: you will have to post a pic of hubby cuddled up with all the puppies!

Jill: the college world series always bring bad weather LOL> :bigsmile: You cruise sounds amazing! I bet you did walk for miles.

Yanniejannie: sounds like the party was very nice….those usually are a little crazy for me

Joyce: I do not like walking with those kinds of people either! However, and remember I have never had small children so I don’t know anything about this, I think strollers should be banned from malls! :laugh:

Barbie have a great time at the bbq

REnny: one year dh and I got into an argument on my birthday…very unusual for us and I told him to stay away from me on my birthday. He did! I gardened, watched baseball, and ordered a pizza! It was grand! So yes it is good when people respect those boundaries!

Sylvia: cute jokes! I hate ticks too! I have an irrational fear of them. When the girls first came here and hardly spoke English, DD#2 got one right in her crotch….ugh. Imagine trying to use all the old wives’ tale remedies on a kid who didn’t have a clue what was going on! I’m sure dh will love the cake!~

Barbara: a bump is just to get something recorded on the board so the topic shows up under “my topics” for you later.

Michele: I think you and I need to make a visit to Heather to ensure her scones are indeed authentic and tasty! It’ll be like judging food at the county fair. She can parade all kinds of yummies out for us and we’ll give them a taste!:bigsmile:

Sherry welcome back!

Bjmcq: I am not a hockey widow, but am glad that season is over. They all seem to last too long. Your bleeding heart pic is gorgeous….much prettier than mine! What’s your secret? Or are those lily of the valley?

Katla: when I visit Heather all I’m bringing is my appetite!

Cynthia: great job on the weight loss

DeeDee: enjoy your day!

Moondoggz: every day is another chance to start over!

Janet: re fitbit. I would suggest not wearing it in the water and just logging your water exercise like the site gives it. I don’t think it accurately records that type of activity.

Patty: you have a full day!

47Jacqueline: great pic!

Judy: welcome to the group

Jb: thanks for the info! I do not have joy of cooking but can get one! I sure hope you feel better soon. I can’t tell you how much I like the doggy picture!

Gina: welcome to you too

OK back downstairs to read on the elliptical for another 15 minutes, then a shower, maybe a nap, off to see dad, then dinner. Enjoy your day everyone. Meg from Omaha where the sun is pretty amazing today:drinker:
I AM ENOUGH!

Happy sun.
Had a nice time at the block party,but am tired today,all the fresh air?
Went to church.Hubby working so home catching up with laundry.
Welcome any new ladies.:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
HUGS Jane