WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR DECEMBER 2014

Did an hour of balance games on the Wii today. I don't think that burned a whole lot of calories, tho. The plan for tomorrow is to do a bit of yoga, hold my plank, and then take the extremepump class.

Joyce - I really like the way you look at things. I remember when Jessica first worked at the canine unit of New Bolton Center (I didn't even KNOW they had a canine unit) (for all you horse lovers, this was the place that Barbaro was taken to when he got injured.) My fear was that every time they needed to put down a dog, she'd want to bring it home. I was so shocked that she didn't want to bring one home. When I asked her about it, she said to me "they're helping mankind" (they were holding some sort of experiments).

Cynthia - the hassle Loki gave us taking the medicine from the syringe, I doubt he'd accept the "pill shooter". Now the pharmacist did say that the capsules were small, so we might try it in a pill pocket. If that doesn't work, I guess we could try the pill shooter. Can't hurt.

Sylvia - hubby IS good looking. Thanks for posting another pic, that was so sweet of you. You're right, the one lady in the picture does look miserable.

Margaret - welcome, Heather is right, unfortunately, we can never be relaxed around food.

Heather - society's attitude toward eating has been distorted???? You've seen the portion sizes in restaurants here in the US, it's sickening. Sounds like you had a lovely day with your friend.

Yikes - our open house is tonight. While I was putting out the cookies, of course I had to try one just to be sure that it hadn't gone bad or something. Fortunately, I make them very small. I'm have walnuts, 3 different types of cookies and the magic cookie bars, some candy, these pizza rolls that Vince'll eat, mini-quiches and these pinwheels. I guess that should about cover it

I really don't do cooking in my microwave, mainly just heating up things

Was getting that "I want to snack on cookies" urge, so I had a salad with vinegar. That vinegar sure cuts down on cravings.

Michele in NC

Happy sun!!
Walked to church,going to walk to the Christmas party tonite.
HUGS

stats for the run today:
jingle bell run - seattle- 5k, but app showed me as 29.38min, 7.29min. mi, 4mi
walking to car-14.38min .68mi

Joyce, if that is all you do, you might just rather have a tablet. I use my tablet for everything you mentioned. The only time I go to the real computer is to use word processing, PowerPoint, or financial stuff related to the budget. I have an iPad, but you can get a Samsung or something similar for much less.

(*) Sylvia...you have done amazingly well. I can see such a huge difference, including your face. I do understand about the face-thing, however, because I have a similar issue. My face will never be a "thin" face, so to speak. Genetic. I have always been told I have a round face. Now that I am over 60 yrs, my weight loss is not as evident in my face. You are an inspiration, Sylvia. I also love your shop.

On another note, I have not been on the forum for a while, and cannot hope to possibly catch up with everyone. Welcome to all the newbies !!

I have had to drop jazzercise due to back issues, but keeping up with yoga. For now, it's what I can do and actually feels great to do. I will defer any other activity choices for the new year.

Gearing up for the holiday season, I went shopping today. Still a few more things to get, but we are keeping the craziness at a distance. At least, that is the plan.

Love and hugs
Renny

From sunny Vancouver Island, BC

evening ladies~
I am lying in a wonderful comfy king size bed, with Homer snoozing up here..
we got here around 2, and am just settling in now....I just Hate that long car trip,but it is worth it to be able to have the puppies with us..
it is chilly down here at night in the 40s,I had my winter jacket on to take the boys out for a walk, I am just hoping and praying that it warms up enough to go to the pool, that is what I adore to do down here, and look at all the birds..
we went to Walmart and it was freakin crazy.. I get quite jittery when there are to many people and big crowds, I told Tom .. no more going at 6-7 in the morning ..
picked up a few things..
even though it is chilly I am bound and determined to get out and walk and exercise.. I need to get back on track and lose the extra weight, im getting flabby and it shows, im ashamed of myself..
Sylvia, I am so Happy for you.. you look fabulous and your studio,just stunning, yes, If I was closer I would have bought something too..
I spoke with my Dr about the pain, and what I am going to take is 2 tylenol and a 1/2 a flexeril to help with the pain.. this is the first night trying it out so wish me luck..
we have friends coming over from the east coast tuesday, and then my DB and DSIL and her mom will be down on thursday and will be here through Sunday..tomorrow is a day to breath and get stuff together for the upcoming week...
eating.. not great for the trip.. but did buy myself some greek 0 fat yogurt, fresh raseberries, brought my chia seeds, and slivered almonds so breakfast is covered ..
from where we are it is 2 miles from the our place to the front of the park and back,, I will walk that daily and ride my bike, and if it is warm enough walk in the pool for an hour....
well will check in in the a.m. and Sylvia I sure do hope you feel better,a nice cup of tea and a puppy or 2 on your lap should help, that and alot of rest

Took me a while to catch up on everyone, but I finally finished! So happy to see that we have so many new people. Welcome and congratulations on making the decision to join mfp. We are happy you are here and look forward to knowing you!

Heather – Thanks for the great advise.

My heart and prayers go out to all those on the Pacific coast who have had such bad weather.

Barbie & Terri– I love the hats. It’s so nice of all you to volunteer to make them. I love the spirit of community from so many ladies on this site. It’s really wonderful to see.

Eileen – I sure hope you get to go, too, especially so you can see your Dad. BTW two of my daughters live in the suburbs of Denver. That area is so beautiful. I hope your son enjoys living there.

Kim – I’m really sorry to hear that you’re not having a very good Christmas season. I’m glad though that financially things will be better in a few months for you!

Cynthia – My DH does the spaghetti squash in the microwave. It’s awesome. He cuts them in half, takes the seeds out. He places the first ½ in a corning ware dish with about ½ inch of water, then he cuts the second half into ½ again so that it will fit on the sides of the first one. He puts saran wrap over the whole thing so it will keep the steam in. He sets the microwave for 18 to 20 minutes.

Sylvia – The gallery is beautiful! I’m so impressed. You and your friends did an outstanding job! I hope that the sales increase for you. Hoping you feel better, too! Congratulations on the weight loss, too! Girl, you deserve something good to happen…I’m so glad there is so much positive in your life right now! You look like you’re a lot more than 20 lbs down from your facebook picture. You look awesome!

Yanniejannie – You are so right! Ten feet tall and bullet proof when we are teens and twenties.

Leslie – So glad that your program is going so well for you!

Margaret in Marietta, Georgia – What are the twelve steps of Overeaters Anonymous?

Meg – Hope your eye gets better soon. Glad you are going to get it checked out.

I had a difficult day today with my caloric intake. I woke up this morning and my blood sugar was a little low and I was really hungry! I'm not sure why, but I was just so hungry all day long! I guess it might have been because my wonderful neighbors across the street baked cookies and delivered some to us yesterday. DH ate all the cookies and left the spoons with candy on them for the granddaughters. DH shouldn't be eating them either because he is, also, diabetic, but they really don't elevate his blood sugar like they do mine. I was really disappointed in myself for overeating, but I have been eating less than my goal each day, so I added up all of the calories for the week and averaged them. It came out to less than my goal for the day. So, I guess that's not so bad. Tomorrow is a new day, however, and it's back to the plan. I want to reciprocate by giving my neighbor cookies, but there is no way on God's green earth that I'm going to make some. I would end up eating them, so it's going to be fresh oranges from our orange tree. LOL! My DD#3 came by yesterday and brought cracklins...seriously! I don't know how many times I have to ask her not to bring that stuff in the house! Again, DH is eating them. I really just want to throw them away, but then I would get fussed at. Oh, well, I didn't eat any and I don't plan to. Yay, me! Ha! Ha!

Congratulations to all who have their Christmas decorations up and meals planned. Today, DH put up the Christmas tree and we reviewed all the gifts bought and made of note of what we still have left to buy.

Barbie - if we didn't have grandchildren to think about, I doubt that we would be doing much for Christmas, but I really feel like we have to decorate even if it's really late.

I'm so happy for all of you who have made great strides with your weight loss and maintenance. Hugs to all! Oh, and by the way, I love the wonderful Christmas tree with the train, emotionicons, and pictures. I love Christmas music, too. DH and I just sat for about an hour and listened to Christmas music today. It was nice.

Good nigh!

Barb from South Louisiana

Thanks for the suggestions bout what laptop. KatieBug, I already have the iPad mini. I think that's part of my problem. I have a desk top in my office and that's what I get on when I am slowing my brain down at night. My laptop is on the living room, or goes with me when a loved one is in the hospital and I keep a thread going in the face book message section to keep every one up to date. Then I have my iPad with me about anywhere I go. I think some one needs to pull the plug on me. I am totally aware I am addicted to all of it, including my DVR but I just don't break the habit. I'm not really sure the ages of my computer and laptop. I do know that in all the years I have been using a computer, I am on my second computer and first laptop. My oldest daughter is pushing me to buy the Apple because it will last longer and won't have to be in the shop as often as my two are. My conceince is telling me to get a cheaper one. When I asked Charlie how much he thinks is appropriate to spend and we were spot on, around $350. I have found 1 refurbished apple for $500. It has a guaranty of 30 days But the laptop will blacken out numerous times. The Geek squad at Best buy told me what it was and since it would have to send it off, them fix it and shipping Best Buys service charge, it would be better to just buy a new one. I'm in a pickle.

Speaking of pickles I saw a stocking gift today that was individually wrapped pickles for the stocking. YUCK

OK, now more on the story about me taking my laptop to the hospital and having this face book message for my family. This was my own idea, didn't get it from some one else, it was just common sense. Started when Mom was in Hospice and it is basically my sister and I living here with out husbands. All the rest of the family is at least 3 hours away, the furthest was 6 hours. None of them had the money or the time away from jobs to come and live in Evansville while Mom was there. I did two updates a day, more if needed. My sis and I pretty much lived in her inpatient hospice room. So we were up when the doctor got thee at 6 AM every morning. 6 AM I have a brother that is a chaplain in a hospice in northern Kentucky and although he is the 4th child he is pretty much the thread that holds us all together. He said that he wouldn't have survived without that thread. So he took what I did and took it back to the CEO of his hospice and they added 3 computers with free wifi in a quiet area of the hospice so other families could do the same.

I am so jealous of the ones of you who mention your husbands get involved in the Christmas tradition. Charlie doesn't help with the shopping, wrapping or anything. And when we have our Christmas he will sit in a seat, with his stocking that he knows has peanuts in it and sit there looking like Ebenezer Scrooge eating those peanuts, putting the shells and anything else on the carpet or couch. He never even looks in the stocking to find any gifts. Days later I will ask him and he doesn't even know what's in the stocking. He doesn't want to give or get any gifts. Christmas is a total bother to him. He just wants to get to the food. He does enjoy our kids and grand kids butall the other people are just invading our family time. OK, rant/vent over

Good night all, Joyce, Indiana

Made it through Nutcracker, which was fairly painless and, of course, the kids in it were adorable. Been wide awake since 4am; thanks to DD's alarm which she sets an hour earlier than she has to get up. DD just left for friends barn; she's feeding this am. Yesterday was quiet; feeling rather restless for some reason. Friend from the gym supposed to come look at phone connection today. This is the one the tree guys cut, service has been spotty to nonexistent since DH's "fix" which I knew had little chance of working. The man coming today is a retired electrician so maybe it will actually get fixed. I hate to call the phone company after we've already messed with it.

Ordered my Christmas gift yesterday. I have wanted to get 23and me done for some time and this is as good a time as any........and insures I won't end up with something on the order of a "hot chocolate frother" like last year............foam on top of hot chocolate is OK but who needs a machine to do it???

Cynthia........Hope you get some good jobs news soon.

Barb.......Hunger pangs be gone!!!!...(waving magic wand) If only it was that easy!!!

Michelle....It's natural that you miss communication with Bryan at the holidays especially. I hope you get some contact with him to ease your longing. (Hugs) What did you end up using in the third space on the nut dish?

Barbie........I keep forgetting to tell you how much I enjoyed seeing all those hats!!!

Hope we all have great days.
Stay strong, ladies.
yanniejannie
mid-Atlantic

Yanniejannie: thanks for the good wishes! I hope so too....

DeeDee: yep, I remember young and invincible. I'm happy I wasn't a real sunbather. Now I'm a*al about using sunscreen all the time on hands and face (and more if more skin is exposed). Glad you're getting the spot taken care of and thanks for the reminder!