WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MARCH

Maxymom:flowerforyou:

You said, " Can you find a private charitable advocate for you and your Mom? And have you had her checked for Alsheimer's yet ? If it's that, biploar meds won' t help but hurt. Another thing, if you/she have too many assets, spend them down, or move them so they fall in a different category"

What do you mean by a charitable advocate ?

I am suspecting dementia. My grandmother had alsheimers though. Either way she is being assessed by a psychologist next week. I will mention the bipolar medicine to her.

Mom does not have any assets anymore, that was taken care of a long time ago. I'm afraid what is holding her back from getting any help is that she recevies a Social Security check and her pension check and because of that they claim she makes too much money. (You have to be under $1000 to be eligible for Medi-Cal.I honestly dont know what they expect from us, All of her money is spent on food, medication, diapers, insurance payments, etc. No luxuries. Hell we can't even go to Starbucks to get her a latte like she used to.

I have decided to get the new apartment. Your advice made sense. I am going to enjoy the moment. It has perks that I can use, like the pool. I need to have something for myself too. I will cross that bridge if mom leaves. I'll deal with it.

:flowerforyou: Oh a while back someone, I apologize that I don't remember who it was, asked if I make jewelry because they liked my sign in picture. No I dont, I just like frogs and searched the internet and found this cool frog and used it. It would be a very cool pendant though.

Lyn54 :flowerforyou:
Thank you for your kind words. I know my situation is frustrating, it has me losing my hair over it. Thanks for caring.

Chiclet

It's a rainy day here in the Northeast. I was up in my morning weigh in. I need to get to the gym this morning and get back into my routine. It was great to travel this weekend but I get sloppy and skip the gym when my schedule changes. Hopefully the two pounds come off quickly.
Amanda....I hope you recover quickly.
Have a good day, everyone!

My mother is slowly improving. She did have another fall, because an idiotic nurse told the staff that it was okay if she got up to go to the bathroom, even though she has a dr's order not to walk. She has fallen twice since being in the hospital, and it is obviously their fault for having her get out of bed when she is not able. Anyway, luckily, her injuries are few.
The surgeon is supposed to come today and assess whether or not she is able to have her surgery. I hope so, as it is the only hope for walking.
I have spring break next week, and am I ever looking forward to it! I plan to go on a family campout for a long weekend. We are leaving on Friday and returning on Thursday. Here's hoping the weather is better than it was last year, when we got snowed on! The forecast is for much better than that, but the forecast looked okay last year also.
The best part of the campground is that I get to see my grandson! He was born Dec. 29th, and I haven't seen him since January 5th, so I can't wait.
Have a great day all!

susieq sounds like you have more energy than me. I feel the same. I am eating right and not cheating at all and I have no energy. My allergies are running rampant. The days are so beautiful but deadly to my allergies. If I take zertec or allavert I feel much better but want to sleep all the time. if I dont take meds I am sneezing and feel tired still. I hope you feel better and I hope I do too. Must be something in the southern air.
Vicki M

Chiclet, Charitable advocate was probably not the correct term. What I meant is an elder counselor connected with a non-profit organization, United Way or church based for two examples, that have experience guiding people through the minefield of rules and regulations. It would depend on your area. Sometimes if one can't help you, they can give you a couple of leads. Just keep trying and eventually one will work out. I volunteered for Society of St Stevens in our area, which helps people who kind of "fall through the cracks" of other programs. Sometimes you want to say, OMG how poor do you have to be? What would be helpful to you is some way to factor in your Mom's non optional expenses, like medicine and diapers. Good grief! Churches of major denominations may be able to help you. We would even put out calls for items of furniture to the congregation. Someone would always answer the call. I'm glad you took the apartment . Enjoy all the features to the max. And don't worry about what might or might not happen in the future to the detriment of enjoying today. I wish you luck.:flowerforyou:

joy - happy birthday and many more!

Viv - one of the reasons we would have the cat declawed is because the other cats are declawed and should they get to rough-housing (even just playing), it wouldn't be fair if he had claws and the others didn't. Another reason is because Vince is very much into his music and we know that the cats do go downstairs. If the cat ever scratched on the material on the front of the speakers, the material would be rouined. I would worry that the cat might injest some of the material.

chicklet - we had a cat that came to us declawed. He was an indoor/outdoor cat (couldn't break him of this). But you should see him climb a tree, get away from an animal that's bothering him, even hold his own in a catfight. He had no problem whatsoever protecting himself. It would only be the front claws. The cats we have right now are only indoor cats. As a matter of fact, if you take one into the garage and even start to go outside, you should see them scramble to get back in the house! You are between a rock and a hard place with your mother. My father was in the same boat, so I understand where you're coming from....

Clyde found the cat tree today. He had a blast! We have a toy hanging from one of the condos, that poor toy! He played and played and played. Being a stray, he probably never had a toy. He also eats a lot, but he doesn't seem to be getting fat. In the wild, he probably had to hunt for his food.

maxy - there was this one cat at the Humane Society, my heart went out to him. When he came to the Humane Society he had a bad eye infection, they couldn't save one eye. Fortunately, he got adopted. There was another cat that was just the sweetest thing you could ever see. But the problem was that that cat didn't get along with other cats. They tried and tried to socialize that cat, but as soon as another cat even came near him, out came the claws. But if he was alone, he was the sweetest thing on the face of the earth. I understand that an elderly person who didn't want multiple cats adopted it. It would just crawl into your lap and lay there for hours at a time. I'm so glad they got adopted (the one-eyed one and the sweet one)

auntibk - all the cats we have ever had were rescues. Cocoa "followed Jessica home"...yea, right! Then we adopted Sassy, Sadie, and PJ from the SPCA (all have passed now). We got Lexi because she was SEVERLY abused, Loki came from the animal shelter, and now we have the two new ones we got from the Humane Society. Honestly, I don't think we would know how to go about getting a cat that ISN'T from a shelter.

Did an hour of spinning today (Tues). Tomorrow...yoga and then the water class. Vince then needs me to be home to help him put up some brackets in the garage so he can put the PVC pipes that we use for Halloween/Christmas decorations on them. Tomorrow night we're going to dinner at Ruby Tuesday before bowling.

Had bunco at my house today (Tues). Fortunately, it wasn't a real big crowd, but we had fun. It's nice to socialize with just a few people. I made a banana chocolate bundt cake which is really good. Actually, I made two cakes, and Vince's comment when everyone left was "sweet! I get a whole cake to myself!"

chicklet - have a wonderful time in your new place. You deserve it!

We're going to dinner tonight to Ruby Tuesday's. I've already decided that I'll have the creole catch with steamed broccoli and sauteed mushrooms. Then, we go bowling for 3 games.

A friend loaned me a book about American Mah Jongg that I want to read, so everyone have a great day/evening.

Michele

Hello ladies,

I've been burning calories just sitting on my glutes for the most part of the day, yup, I reckon a couple of million of them. How, well I traveled to Japan, heavy damage and more threats. People are shaken from close to 500 after shocks hitting the ocean side of the island. The news said the aftershocks took up an area close to the size of southern Ontario, in Canada. That's a big area, It would be a 10-12 hour drive either way. I fear the island may become the latest Atlantis. I wonder with all the water weight on the one side, if the other side of the island raised any, at the time the wave hit the island? So many confusing reports and some blown out of perspective one really needs some good reporting to keep up to the real events. I also traveled to New Zealand, waved to Judi, she did not see me though, any way they are still cleaning up and the mess they face, it is said they may not get crews into the downtown area for a few months. The core downtown is being shut down, as I understand it.

It is been said that these events have repeated from earlier years, but no one has said that now there is more and very damaging. Unless things in the past have not been documented as well, we have more tech's now to record better. People in some areas around the world are in a bit of panic, some wild and maybe true things are being said. How is everyone here? Anyone feel panic, fear or maybe have more thought about preparing for an emergency? You gals who have these terrible tornados can relate to being prepared.

Personally I think maybe it would not be a bad thing to review some procedures. I do have kits for road and some power shortages etc., but I don't think I would last a week if something devastating as a quake or tornado happend.

Also, we gals need to be in good shape! Yes, yes, think about trying to walk over a mile of debris, and climb to safety??? Yeah there is a real need to be in good shape. I don't think I would have the strength at present to lift anyone to safety. Anyhoo, so thoughts are brewing, on things.

Okay gals enough gab from me! I'll get some supper and then an early bed, catch you all tomorrow.


Marilyn

thanks susieq I have no idea what I am allergic to, just know how I react to it. did you get tested or did you just figure it out. I thought of wearing a mask but that would aggravate me. thanks for info.
vicki m
ps I will check out the web page you posted.

Hi Ladies,
I haven't posted in a day or two. I have been really busy. I also started a juice/liquid fast. If I told you this already, I apologize.:blushing:

I am exhausted.:yawn: I was up at 6 this moring to get eveything ready to start at eleven. We juiced 5 1/2 hours. We did 46 pounds of carrots, 8 pkgs of celery, 10 large red peppers, 10 romaine heads, 15 pounds of tomatos and 10 bags of Granny Smith apples. :noway: All of this was washed and soaked in food grade peroxided for an hour to remove preservative waxes and toxins. We then put it into bottles and frozen. Fresh juice will hold it's nurttritional value for 24 hours before it starts to break down.

I'll get back to you soon.
Here is a little something to make you laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
I hope you laugh as much as I did........

Little Johnny and his chores
Little Johnny comes down to breakfast. Since they live on a farm, his mother asks if he had done his chores.
“Not yet,” said Little Johnny.
His mother tells him no breakfast until he does his chores.
Well, he’s a little upset, so he goes to feed the chickens, and he kicks a chicken. He goes to feed the cows, and he kicks a cow. He goes to feed the pigs, and he kicks a pig. He goes back in for breakfast and his mother gives him a bowl of dry cereal.
“How come I don’t get any eggs and bacon? Why don’t I have any milk in my cereal?” he asks.
“Well,” his mother says, “I saw you kick a chicken, so you don’t get any eggs for a week. I saw you kick the pig, so you don’t get any bacon for a week either. I saw you kick the cow so for a week you aren’t getting any milk.”
Just then, his father comes down for breakfast and kicks the cat halfway across the kitchen.
Little Johnny looks up at his mother with a smile, and says, “You gonna tell him or should I?” :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Have a good evening!

Wow, Lyn! When I saw all that juice, I thought you were buying it. And you're making it yourself!! really impressive! No wonder you're tired!

Vicki, oak trees are really bad for pollen this time of the year in our part of the country, but those ash trees are the worst, and they can be blocks and blocks away. We have a white ash tree right in our front yard.....Achoo

Barbie you have the most amazing animated figures in your messages. One day maybe I'll figure out how to do that, but first I'd better figure out how to use MFP to lose weight..

:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: Good all of you nice ladies :yawn: Sleep well.

Hi Everyone,:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
It's 4:30 am and I am wide awake.:noway: ..don't know why. I can tell my body is cleansing because I had a hard chill before I went to bed. So, I don't know why I can't sleep ..probably a combination of cleansing and day light saving time.

Some of you have asked me about my fast/liquid diet. I am drinking juices and a bullet for anything that goes into my mouth.:drinker: I am choosing organic/fresh/raw fruits and veggies. For protein I use a raw organic egg and Blue Diamond Unsweetened Original Almond Milk. I use the almond milk all the time because I have to be very careful using dairy products. I'll explain a little more about that but back to the juices. Some have asked how much. Carrot - 16-32 ozs a day. Celery/Romaine combo- 16 ozs a day- Granny Smith Apple (they have less sugar than any apple) 16 oz a day. Red Pepper (one of the highest natural vitamin c) -8 ozs- Tomato 8ozs --I supplemented with a raw pico/salsa recipe pureed in to the tomato juice. I add a dash of Redmond's Real Sea Salt/ red pepper and yum. I don't get this much of everything but these are my guidelines.

The reason I have to be careful with Dairy is that 8 years ago I had COPD/chronic asthma. I was having pneumonia about every 6 weeks. I was on steroids, breathing machines etc...I heard about a naturopathic doctor who had helped a lot of people by nutrition. I did all juices/veggie/fruits for 6 years. I was on 90% raw foods. I took lots and lots of supplements, etc... I did not eat wheat, soy, peanuts, dairy, refined sugar, white flour, or red meat for 4 years. I am very careful to this day. You will see on my diary, that I may do that now but only occasionally. I no longer have asthma or copd.

If you have sinus problems/lung problems, etc..., dairy can cause inflamation in the soft tissues of your body. This will cause drainage. Red meat in excess will do the same thing. Peanuts, wheat, white flour and sugar can cause so many things I won't bore you to tears with my post trying to explain it. If you are interested, I would suggest Googling it.

Mary:flowerforyou: I hope your Mom is doing better. Let us know about the surgery. Sometimes, you have to wonder about hospital and nursing home staff. Sorry about my memory lapse with the eggplant recipe.:happy: I came to realize it was the color of yours and Vicki's pics that I was remembering...I like red.:flowerforyou:

Joy-:flowerforyou: Hope you enjoyed your fancy restaurant on your birthday. Sometimes, it's nice to "do" a meal and enjoy it without thinking about it too much.

Barbie- I have your sleeping "issues" tonight. :noway: Decided I would catch up on MFP. Although, I don't thnk computers are conducive to sleep habits, have you noticed that?:huh:
Ps -hope your weather has improved.:flowerforyou:
Chiclet-:flowerforyou: I am so glad you are going to have a new place to live. :flowerforyou: That will help you...a fresh place. What about what Barb suggested with the Pension? Would that help?
I think the ladies on here are really trying to help. Maxymom and some of the others have had some good suggestions to try.

Vicki-:flowerforyou: I hope you enjoyed your chocolate bliss...sometimes, you have to get the urge out of your system and then "take a new hitch." I will contact you for the eggplant recipe...that might be good on my trip.:flowerforyou:
I hope your allergies improve. Glad you enjoyed the joke.
Maxymom-:flowerforyou: I really like your pic.. .I smile everytime I look at it. Did your daughter get home?

Amanda - :flowerforyou: We are all in your cornor and will be hoping for you during your surgery and recovery. Is there anyone who can keep us updated on your progress throughout the procedure and recovery? I feel I can speak for us all to say that we will be on "pins and needles" waiting to hear from you.

Barbara- :laugh: I am glad you enjoyed the pedometer story...believe it or not it's almost happened again. My Dh and I still laugh too...you can well imagine some of our conversations.:noway: :laugh:

Marilyn-:flowerforyou: I am so glad your excercises are getting easier. I hope going back to work goes well for you.
Did you read my joke? I hope you laughed.
Suez-:flowerforyou: enjoy your new lingerie! I have always liked pretty undies...sometimes, they haven't like me. Good luck on your project.:flowerforyou:
Barb-:flowerforyou: It looks like you are enjoying your new phone. Your friends sound very generous and kind. Do you have sleeping problems too?

Sally - :flowerforyou: I hope you were able to get back into your routine after your trip. My DH is planning one for us next week. That will be after my fast. I am thinking, okay, from a fast to eating out? If I can do this fast, surely there is more willpower in there. We will have a condo, so that will help some. I will get organic products to have in the room. I, sometimes, will cook our breakfast. A lot of condos have a blender or something similar. That will help.

Shirly-:flowerforyou: 55 mins of strength training is very good. You will be burning cals while you are resting.

Vickkij - noticed your bump in here. Let us know what is happening with you.

Michelle-:flowerforyou: I hope you enjoyed Ruby Tuesday. I really like their salad bar!:drinker: :drinker:

Doobie- I have to agree with you about fruits and veggies. :drinker: It is wonderful when they are fresher...I will be glad to eat a "home-grown-tomato." I can eat them like apples. mmmm:drinker:

WizzyakaViv :flowerforyou: I hope you get some warm weather soon. We are on our usual roller coaster ride with our weather. It's 35-40 one day and 60-65 the next. Hard on the physical body.

Hopeful, Kackie, and many others...hope you are happy and well..

Have a good thursday.

:flowerforyou: Happy St. Patrick's day everyone, and especially Amanda. :happy: Wish I could send the warm Texas Gulf Coast weather to you folks in colder climes.

Happy St. Patrick's Day all.....

May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

May God be with you and bless you:
May you see your children's children.
May you be poor in misfortune,
Rich in blessings.
May you know nothing but happiness
From this day forward.

May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind be always at your back
May the warm rays of sun fall upon your home
And may the hand of a friend always be near.

May green be the grass you walk on,
May blue be the skies above you,
May pure be the joys that surround you,
May true be the hearts that love you.