WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2014

NCCarol, love the inspiration pic. That's how I feel about my MS. When I was diagnosed in 1997, the doc said I more than likely had had it for 5 years. When I thought back on the things I had done those previous 5 years, I knew I could do this. We had gone on a one week vacation to the Grand canyon and boy did I hike. Not down in the canyon but still I hiked. And I wasn't tired. I have tried to keep that same attitude

Nana Meg, I love it. I just hope your daughter rises up to the occasion and enjoys the responsibility of motherhood and lets You enjoy being a Nana. I remember when my MIL died in the nursing home that it was the same way. We were waiting on people to get there and the nursing home took care of us. She was not the easiest person to room with so they didn't put anyone in the room with her. But they brought in trays of cookies, coffee, soft drinks, sandwiches and chips. People we didn't even know came in with tears in their eyes to say good by and offer condolences. It really helped me to know she was loved by the staff. She was one of the longer living residents there. She never was one to make a friend, and I take that literally, and the staff loved her. her paranoid Schizo behavior alienated her form her family but they saw her for who she was, not what her mental illness displayed at times.

Got stood up on one of my estimates today. He did call an hour ahead but still I was looking forward to another estimate. So now I have 2 people coming. Plus my sister is coming over with her yarn and needles trying to learn how to knit. I don't know how to but I have an iPad with u-tube.

Joyce, Indiana

Hello Ladies,
I will be 51 in January. I just re-started MFP again this last Monday. I haven't had a period since August of last year, so I guess I am officially in menopause. My weight has progressively gone up, up, up over the last two years. I am very frustrated by the weight gain and hope to lose the 40 lbs. I have gained.
I am a newlywed I married my amazing husband on the beautiful island of Kauai in May, and while it was the happiest day of my life, my weight was definitely not in a happy place.
I really need a support group to help keep me motivated. I have developed some negative eating habits. Hubby and I love to dine out, have dessert, etc…I also stress eat, and crave sugar.
I'm trying to take this one day at a time right now, because I tend to get obsessed with how much weight I should or could be losing in a week, a month, 3 month's, etc…so my goal is to be steady and stay the course of healthy, balanced eating and moving more.
I wanted to introduce myself, and thank you for being here.
Looking forward to sharing support and encouragement with you!
Joyce

Good evening beautiful ladies :flowerforyou:

Barbie I love your graphics!

Michele Lexi is beautiful! It just hurts to know someone abused her :sad:!

Carol Yay for your NSV!!!! Be careful with that tendon, don`t want to hear you have to wear that boot again! Good news on your daughters MRI! Does she have a lot stress in her life, stress can cause many things! Thank you for posting that quote, I needed to hear that today! You have done an awesome job my friend, you look fabulous :bigsmile:!

Genealace Congrats on the weight loss!!! Are you still making lace?

Viv Prayers for you and DH :flowerforyou:!!!

Cynthia So the painters didn`t show up :frown:, at least the ones I had told me when they wouldn`t be here. It`s so frustrating! It`s nice when you can finally put things where they belong, it took me almost a week to get all my stuff put back, actually there are still a few things that need to be done. I`ve just not been in the mood to do it !

Heather Congrats :bigsmile:!!!

Yanniejannie Thanks for the giggle about trying to set up your daughter, if he`s that much older how about sending him my way :laugh:!

Terri Congrats on realizing you don’t have to have the leftovers!!!!

Mel I think you`ll like this group of women! I don`t post as often as I used to, but I try to at least once a week. I`m doing good this week so far.

Katla Oh my…hope DH is okay. Falling down the stairs is scary! Let us know how he`s doing!

Meg Hi Nana :flowerforyou:!!! I know tonight and the next several days are going to be a whirlwind, just know I`m thinking about you and sending you good thoughts!

Dee Hi, I`m DeeDee from NC! What part of NC are you from? I`m in Winston Salem, Michele is in Newton, Carol is in Burlington and there are a couple from Greensboro that post every once in awhile! Welcome!

Vicki Are you taking anything for the itching? Wishing all the best for your co worker!

Joyce Have fun with your sister! I used to knit years ago and enjoyed it, I just might try to start again sometime this winter (if I can find the time).

Joyce (ioke17) Welcome! Congrats on your marriage!!! I think you`ll love being a part of this great group!

Lesley Glad to hear Mildred beagles’ eyes are normal again!!! Pork steak and steamed veggies sounds delish!

My roast chicken was fabulous last night, it was juicy and flavorful! Hope it will taste as good tonight! The kids are coming over Saturday! I bought a new golf cart for the grandgirls , it will be delivered tomorrow. I had it painted pink and it has eyelashes over the headlights , I think they will love it (I love it)! Of course it`s probably going to be a fight over who gets to drive it first, I`m thinking the older one will win that battle. Now I have two golf carts, that means everyone will be able to ride at the same time :bigsmile:, now if I can just keep them from racing. I will have to put a few rules in place I`m sure.

Hope everyone has a wonderful night!

Hugs,
DeeDee in rainy and now chilly NC

Did 50 minutes of Jillian Michaels Shred It With Weights DVD today. Tomorrow the plan is to do Gilad's 45/45 split workout.

Oh, forgot to mention that last night I made some chicken burgers out of ground chicken breast. It's nice to have them in the freezer for a quick meal. I also steamed some kale to have in soups or something. I found a recipe for -- get this -- massaged kale. I'd like to try that, just gotta think of someplace where I can.

Carol - yea on your NSV!!! So proud of you. Glad to hear your daughter's MRI was good. Hope you find the answer real soon.

Right now I have one of those pineapple angel food cakes in the oven. Something like that is good to have "in case" I need a dessert that I can (and want) to eat.

Kim - I don't like either how people blow off their duty of jury service. I honestly think employers should supplement what the state pays you. That's the reason my daughter doesn't want to do jury duty -- she doesn't want to lose the money she'd make working.

Viv - how horrible for your hubby!

Cynthia - Lexi was abused. She had a dislocated hip so that's why all the bandaging. Then she had air leaking out of her trachea.

Alison - I hope you don't have a reaction to the flu shot. I got mine on a Tuesday and on Friday I had the reaction. Constantly cold then warm and I felt real achey. By the next day it was gone.

Yesterday Vince ordered (get this) these lightbulbs to put in the landscape lights in front of the house in red and green.

Just noticed that it's raining out. That must have just started because it wasn't raining when I went to get the paper. exercised, had a bit of breakfast, made the pineapple angel food cake and while it was cooling went to WalMart. I was surprised how many things they didn't have! Came home and then went to lunch with the Newcomers. Stopped at another WalMart (the only one where I can get my brownie mix) and got the things I couldn't get at the WM by me. Of course, Vince got a few things for Christmas like extra bulbs, ties and some plastic bins where we keep our extension cords and one for inflatables should we need it.

Went to lunch with the Newcomers. Had grilled shrimp and steamed vegetables (no sauce) and just water to drink. I was surprised at how expensive that was! But then again, anything healthy is usually more expensive than a burger and fries.

Tonight is Newcomer bowling.

Just made the marinade for the pork for Sat. Now it's in the refrigerator marinating.

Mel - good idea coming here early for support!

katla - that pic was taken when we first got Lexi probably about 6 years ago. Today she runs around like nothing is the problem. It wouldn't surprise me if when she gets older, she's more susceptible to aches and pains, but for now she's a happy kitty who is even "meowing" a LITTLE bit. Only a tiny bit, but that's more than she's done for a long time.

Sylvia - Lexi is a girl. After that she had a polyp in her ear. It was so far down that the vet here didn't have the equipment to get it so we had to take her to NC State Vet School to be operated on. They went up thru her chin to get the polyp. Fortunately, there hasn't been any problem since then. She does NOT like being washed but she's so fastidious that we've never had to give her a bath. We think that's one of the ways she was abused (kept under water). She's about 6 lbs. And does she ever have Vince wrapped around her little paw!!!! I know his heart breaks whenever he thinks of all she's been thru

Carol - impressive photos

Meg - congratulations!!!!

Dee - welcome! Another North Carolinean, there seems to be quite a few of us. What part are you in?

Vicki - good luck with the doc. Prayers for your friend

Joyce - welcome and congrats on your wedding

DeeDee - or should I call you "chef DeeDee"? Great the chicken turned out so well.

Michele in NC

I am restarting my weight loss with mfp. I have roughly 100 lbs to loose. I recently had 4 foot surgeries in the last 2 and 1/2 years. I have a bad knee that should have surgery...but I'm going to enjoy my mobility for a while before I think about having it worked on. Our youngest is 15 years old and then we will be empty nesters. We farm and ranch and I enjoy our lifestyle. I like to cook and have a tremendous sweet tooth, I have started the 20 minute Pilates and that is helping. I am doing a restrictive every 2 hour mini meal of protein and vegetables. Seems to be working. I weigh myself every day, but I haven't logged it in as I often have swelling and water retention....so I'm not certain of whether I am actually loosing or just sending water. I figure I will weigh each Monday and use that as a marker of weight loss. I need to be more conscious of drinking water, so I set a pitcher of infused water and that seems to help. We will see. I have set a 9 week goal, which would put me into the first week of January. So here's to the first week. I am 49 years old. Thanks for the great group....oh and I would love a few friends for moral support. Thanks again.

Today was a mixed bag. Day started off nicely, weather was so nice and loved the sunshine on my face. Took DD and one of my DGDs to Cora's for breakfast. "Grandma, I love the sunshine place. I love you more than sunshine." I think my heart expanded 2x the size.
On the hunt for a new winter coat. Warm, stylish and affordable. Looks like I'll have to settle for one out of 3. Still a few places to hunt.
The other DGD looks to be on the mend. She played with Grandpa and then with me. I love the sound of her laughter.
More tests for DH. I am going to have to miss a few days of work. We have to go to Calgary and the prep is complicated.
I decided to go to the dance school with DD. Bought our tickets for Alice in Wonderland. The granddaughters are cast as Cheshire cats. Dance teacher asked to move one DGD up to a more advanced class.

Meg- My heart goes out to you on your loss. It is so very difficult to lose one's parent. I hope your memories will comfort you.
Welcome to the world, Baby Nikita. Nana Meg, I am sure she will bring you joy.

auntyfred - Sounds like you are very active and in very good shape. I'm sure your hiking holiday will be wonderful.

Barbie - Thanks. I am trying my very best to stay focused on what I want my life to look like.

Heather - How lovely for you. Icy Blue Kitchen Aid = Awesome. DD opened one under the tree last year and she has loved it ever since.

Cathy- You will prove them wrong. We will be on this journey with you.

Cindy - Brian is a real cutie.

Bidding you all a fond adieu
Up much too late for a 5 a.m. alarm
-Sharon in Sunny Southern Alberta

morning ladies~Viv you and DH are in my prayers my friend...
Michelle~ so far ok with the flu shot, just a sore arm....whole there, they had me schedule a physical saying I havent had one since 2011, well at least I will be down weight from that one lol..
working at 9:30 this morning and have the weekend off.. watching the news they said snow for next friday... please say it aint so... I HATE snow....
have to get the DH dinner together.. went t visit the DFIL yesterday, he was doing ok, then stopped to see my DB he was fine then went to see my D dad, spent about an hour there, I feel guilty because I dont spend enough time with him, he is still very spry and gets around and is ok.. his dog which is named lightening is aptly named, if he gets out he takes off, and he took off in the rain and ran up the road.. he wont come when called and was running through neighbors yard, until I finally rounded him up eating cat food.threw him in the car and brought him back to dads, then came home and did stuff around the house..
really the first of november they have started with the Christmas commercials , geesh..
I remember when I was younger they didnt put any of that stuff up until after thanksgiving..It is all about selling stuff, and that isnt what Christmas is all about,
going to finish my tea and get up and get going

Good Morning Ladies.....
Viv....my heart goes out to you and I too will think good thoughts for you and your husband.

Dreary overcast day in Mpls today. BUT....focused on health and good choices.

Working my part time job next 3 days. Demoing food in an upscale grocery store. Can we say it's like putting the alcoholic to work in a bar? I am in OA tho, and have a sponsor, and I've made a commitment to her to not eat any of the free samples. She will text me later in the day to check in. Funny how that little thing can keep me in a good place.

Have a healthy day ladies. Today and only today do we have to bring to mind.

Marilyn

Good morning! Thanks to everyone for the kind words about my photos. I am not please with how I look right now and it was really good for me to go back and look at my "progress collage" to see what a change I have made. I am wearing the green sweater that I was wearing in the collage picture and it is definitely bigger than it was in the picture. That makes me feel good, too!

I went back to the rheumatologist today. My blood work was negative for RA but I'm to keep an eye on the symptoms and call back for an appointment if they flare up. He also gave me an injection in my shoulder. I was to the point I could barely raise my arm enough to pull a shirt on over my head. He said that it was not frozen shoulder this time, but an impingement that was based in my rotator cuff. That was not welcome news, but the injection made an immediate difference and will continue to work for a while. He said that, instead of lifting free weights, I should use bands instead. I have some that I ordered about a month ago so I will learn how to use them. I was really getting into the lifting videos that I had purchased...

Viv - You and your hubby are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the news from the most recent test will not be as bad as you expect.

DeeDee - That golf cart sounds so cool! My daughter has some stress, but she is quite happy with her life right now other than the medical symptoms. I advised her today to call the neurologist's office -- again!!! -- and tell them she wanted a different doctor. This guy took a week to give her the MRI results and has not returned any calls since. That is unacceptable and is not normal protocol for doctors at UNC. In fact, I get surveys after my visits to UNC doctors that specifically ask about wait times for appointments, visits, and callbacks.

I have been on track, with no lapses, all week. I seem to have gotten my head back in the game again. Now, just to keep it there!

Welcome to all the newcomers! This is a great group of ladies!

Robin - Keep hanging in there! If you can get your logic ahead of the depression, you know that it will get better. I know that's easier said than done, but it helps when I remind myself.

Rita - Woohoo! So glad to see you posting regularly again!

Sylvia - Your soup pots/bowls are gorgeous! I'm loving hearing about your Spot. My Spot just showed up at my house one day and now she thinks she owns it! Hope things are going better for your son.

Joyce (Indiana) - That quote I posted was mostly to remind myself of my weight loss journey, but it also is very relevant to my life since my divorce.

Alison - I'm going to chime in with the others: Take care of yourself, too!

Michele - I'm so glad Lexi found a home with folks who love her so much!

Terri and Barbie - I purposely cook for leftovers because I have so little time to cook during the week. But, I totally get not having them in the house if they tempt you. I am not tempted by my leftovers, but I REALLY have to watch the other kinds of food (sweets) that I keep around. I am fine having vanilla ice cream in the house. I enjoy it, but I won't binge on it. Chocolate, on the other hand, is sometimes okay, but not right now.

I know I've missed folks but know that I do read and respond in my head if not on the screen.

I guess I'd better look like I'm working for a bit.

Carol in beautiful NC

Meg,great news! So happy for you

Hi Ladies. Not quite 50 but knocking on that door soon (47). Hope I can be a new friend in this group.

Some info about me. Married 26 years to a Pastor. 2 grown boys. One in college and one in the Army. New puppy to fill the empty nest void.

Tall gal at 5'10". Starting weight 236. Current weight 225. Interim target weight 175. Potential-we-will-see-later weight 150 (wedding weight).

Diana in Indiana.

Diana, just read your post, we must have been posting at the same time. I am a preacher's kid. It takes a strong woman to be a preacher's wife. You are under the microscope at church, many times you feel like you are raising your children by yourself. I admire you. Where in Indiana are you from?

Joyce, Indiana

Good evening my friends. :flowerforyou:

Well, the back ache turned out yo be a UTI after all. :ohwell: I suspected it was, but hoped it wasn't. Hate having to go to the doctor. Well today it got worse so I had no choice. I'm now on antibiotics. Still in pain, but glad it's diagnosed.

Good news- yesterday we chose a wallpaper! :drinker: We only went to the shop to take the wallpaper book back and DH spotted one we both loved. :bigsmile: Also found some matching paint.

More good news - eventually the venue guy got back to us and DH has booked the 70th birthday venue in the Cotswolds. We are waiting on caterers to get back to us for the Saturday night. :drinker:

Welcome to the new people! Stick with us and you will see miracles!

Today I used my KitchenAid to make granary rolls. I made 16 - 8 to keep and 8 to take to a charity bazaar tomorrow. The WI are raising money for a Shelter Box. It is a prepacked box with everything in it for a family who has lost everything in a disaster. Including a roomy tent. You get to hesr where it has gone.
Then I cooked 36 meatballs and a large saucepan of tomato sauce. We are having 12 tonight, mine with broccoli. The rest in the freezer. :bigsmile:

Another good news - I heard from DS#1 :drinker: I told him I had been to see Mary Rose in Portsmouth. He and I watched it coming out of the water in 1982. He was nearly 6 yrs old and was riveted. He said he remembers it well. He is flying out to join his dad and family in France for Christmas, but will come back via our local airport, so we will pick him up on the 28th and see him for a night or two. :happy: He said his depression was much better and he has taken up fencing with Medieval Germanic swords. :ohwell: He wants money towards kit for Christmas and birthday. Saves having to choose something. He used to be a fencer at school. :bigsmile:

Katla - hope things are ok your way. Sad to see the DGC go home. Hope DH is ok.

Lots of love. Got to cook the meatballs. At least the UTI means I am not drinking alcohol! ! ! ! :bigsmile:

Heather in showery Hampshire UK