WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR OCTOBER 2014

Good morning everyone! It's almost noon already and I've accomplished diddly-squat! It was raining this morning, so I drove the kids to school. Middle DGD was sad because she didn't get to see the cats, and she wore her kitty socks to show them and everything, so we stopped at the curb and she and I got out (it was just sprinkling by then, and one kitty came out for her to pet and she took off her shoe to show him her sock. I could not tell that he was impressed, but she thought he was. It was really cute. Hubby thinks I'm a pushover, but I can't see how it hurt anything and made her very happy. I live for happy grandchildren, after all.

Spent about 45 minutes at the Y doing the weight machines, then drove to the mall to do some walking. Somehow (maybe it was some wetness on my shoes) my feet kept catching on the linoleum tile floor and I nearly fell on my face. It happened several times and I finally decided to stop before I hurt myself. I only got in about 2,000 steps, so will have to find time later to do more. I came to the studio, intending to finish my drafting bill and get it sent out, but instead I finished an audiobook. Somehow I can't do anything while listening to a book, except play computer games.

This afternoon I go to Joplin to paint with my friends. Maybe I can find a place to walk some more there.

Katla, fingers crossed that hubby has an easy recovery!

DrKatieBug, my hubby once had a vision problem that the doctor called an "occular headache". He had no pain at all. That was several years ago and it has not happened again.

Today's joke of the day is long, but may be worth it if you are a cat person. I thought it was funny:

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Day 752 - My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while I am forced to eat dry cereal. The only thing that keeps me going is the hope of escape, and the mild satisfaction I get from ruining the occasional piece of furniture. Tomorrow I may eat another houseplant.

Day 761 - Today my attempt to kill my captors by weaving around their feet while they were walking almost succeeded; must try this at the top of the stairs. In an attempt to disgust and repulse these vile oppressors, I once again induced myself to vomit on their favorite chair...must try this on their bed.

Day 762 - Slept all day so that I could annoy my captors with sleep deprivation, incessant pleas for food at all hours of the night.

Day 767 - Decapitated a mouse and brought them the headless body in an attempt to make them aware of what I am capable of, and to try to strike fear into their hearts. They only cooed and condescended about what a good little cat I was...Hmmm. Not working according to plan.

Day 768 - I am finally aware of how sadistic they are. For no good reason I was chosen for the water torture.This time, however, it included a burning foamy chemical called "shampoo." What sick minds could invent such a liquid? My only consolation is the piece of thumb still stuck between my teeth.

Day 771 - There was some sort of gathering of their accomplices. I was placed in solitary confinement throughout the event. However, I could hear the noise and smell the foul odor of the glass tubes they call "beer." More importantly I overheard that my
confinement was due to MY power of "allergies." Must learn what this is and how to use it to my advantage.

Day 774 - I am convinced the other captives are flunkies and may be snitches. The dog is routinely released and seems more than happy to return. He is obviously a half-wit. The bird, on the other hand, has got to be an informant. He has mastered their frightful tongue, something akin to mole speak, and speaks with them regularly. I am certain he reports my every move. Due to his current placement in the metal, room his safety is assured. But I can wait, it is only a matter of time...

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Have a great day!

Sylvia

Hello Everyone,

Today I did treadmill. My knee is still bugging me so I stopped after 31 minutes, wanted to do more.????. I got a late start today, I've skimmed the posts.

Sylvia, love the cat's point of view!????

I hope everyone has a good day. Take care of yourselves.

Cindy in OK

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Happy October dear ladies!

Once again I have been MIA but this time I am determined to be back for good! I have managed to put back on 20 of the original 60 pounds that I lost so I am renewing my commitment to MFP and all of you here. I start my new classes next week-Criminology, Sociology and another dreaded math class. I am a hoping to continue my streak of making Dean's list but up until now have only been doing two, not three classes at once. Plus now I am working three days a week in the office at a children's museum. I am still working on October goals and I really like Maryann's SPIES idea! One goal for sure is to check in here daily to give and get support and friendship!

Hugs to all!

Kathy in cloudy IL

Sue in SD: I hope you find wonderful property in WA. What part of Washington are you thinking about? :flowerforyou:

Heather: You are doing a great job seeing the sights of New York. I can hardly wait to read what comes next! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! :drinker: :flowerforyou: :drinker: :flowerforyou:

Lesley: Good news from your doctor. It looks like your doing well and getting good medical support.:flowerforyou:

Rita: You’ve been having a rough time lately. I’m glad you stopped by and hope you’ll drop in more often. You have friends here who care about you, and I’m one of them.:flowerforyou:

Newbies: Welcome to a great group of supportive women. Come back often for support and to get to know people.:flowerforyou:

Carol: Enjoy what time you can with your son. :flowerforyou:

Sylvia: Is this a joke, or a real segment of a cat’s journal? :huh: It rings so true…:laugh:



Thanks to everyone who asked about DH. He’s upstairs sleeping in a chair at this moment. Surgery went well, but he had to stay in the hospital a little longer than he’d hoped so they could be sure his bladder got back into business properly. Evidently bladder problems are something that happens with surgery to this part of the lower back. He had to stay in the hospital until he wasn’t holding back liquid. There was another patient in his room with the same surgery and same issue. DH is at home sleeping in a chair upstairs at this moment.

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



October 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 three glasses of water daily, preferably more!

KATIA so glad you DH is home with you. Worry about bills later.

I have to post my meals and exercise for today Friday. Have decided to do Wii boxing, Tabata, and walk the dog. I washed all our clothes in basket and washing our bed-sheets and dog's doona covers and will clean house.

Stan was supposed to go fishing at 6am but he has trapped his sciatic nerve and came back to bed. Then dog decided she was sleeping with us too.

My dietition had to charge me $100 as my doctor forgot to do a care plan in time. Worth it though as learned heaps. Care plan in place for next visit.

My doctor questioned me about referring someone. I could not think then remembered my daft neighbour saying she did not like her doctor and who did I go to. Well apparently she told my doctor I had referred her. NOT happy as cannot stand the woman. She is 66 and cannot understand most her problems in her head. Now doctor thinks I referred her argh NOT!!!

OK better check my meals

Lesley in Tasmania

Sharing good news:bigsmile: .I got home from work today and learned I won a $100 gas card. I had signed up for a drawing at the state fair. The booth was promoting checking your tire pressure to save gas. Just by making sure your tires are at the correct pressure you can save 3% on your gas. It was sponsored by the Minnesota pollution control. Made my day!

Heather Happy Birthday! Glad you are having a great time in New York City.
MNMargaret

Hi everyone. Another quiet work day in my office. We had several inches of rain; Lincoln which is 50 miles away got 9”! It’s supposed to rain again tonight. Managed to get my steps and exercise and water in.

Heather: great pic! You look like you are having a good time. MOMA is awesome. Happy birthday!

Katla: sending get well kidney wishes to DH! Im sorry he is having to spend another night in the hospital…later….good news on the renal account. I’m glad he is progressing

Cynthia: hope you get some rest and feel more like yourself! Glad your puppy was not bad off.

Patty: sounds like you are a bit….flustered….out of sorts….drained? I hope you get back to yourself also!

Beth: OMgosh that is one terrible migraine. I hope your son gets relief soon! I hope the new aides work out as well. Sometimes people make mistakes and do need a second chance.

Rita: I am with you on feeling bad after exercising! I hurt all over all the time and it is very discouraging. Keep plugging away; things will be different when you recover from your operation.

Carol: Register for the draft???? I must be dumb I didn’t realize we still had the draft.

Sylvia: what a darling story about your DGD!

Kathy: nice to see you !!!

DrKatie: glad the migraine is gone

Margaret: a gas card is always welcome with the price these days! Congrats!

OK off to try to accomplish something. Welcome newbies. Take care, Meg from dreary Omaha ( but I like it)

Your post really spoke to me. I am a preacher's kid, married to some one who could care less if I went to church and I eventually got used to doing other things on Sundays and then just stopped going. I have MS and it was easy to just say I wasn't feeling good that day. Mom died knowing I wasn't going to church and I know it broke her heart but I was stubborn mainly because I was to embarassed to go back. I felt like that church was my home church and I wasn't going to go anywhere else. We were married there, both our girls were married there, both of them were baptized there. It was my church and I just could not make myself to face those people and have them ask where I had been. Well my diet actually helped me in that. I knew from checking on the internet all the time that the church had made some changes. The main service was a contemporary service, A traditional service was at 8:30 AM. I do not do 8:30 AM. My body just doesn't do it at all. Then I went to a zumba class that was held there. It was in the old sanctuary!!!!! That sacred place where I had watched my sweet girls be baptized and all of us were married at that same alter. And now they are doing some very suggestive moves in the zumba class! I knew then that it was OK to let go of this misguided thought that was holding me to that church. Soon after I found another church that completely suited me. It is as traditional as traditional goes. I am so much happier and know that my parents are watching me and are shedding tears of joy.

Joyce, Indiana