Sandydur wrote: »

Marie asked me to post a picture of her new great grandson

Adorable. Congratulations

Made appointment for neurologist for Mike next week. Nervous about what I'll hear, though I think I have no illusions! I just keep thinking there's a magic way out!
MARIE, what a precious Grayson! So alert already! Lots of luck to all of you!.
Must get more sleep. Hugs to everybody...
Buzz

It's been awhile since I've been on the boards but that doesn't mean I'm not thinking of all of you! I saw that (according to MFP) there are 172 people in this group. I'm guessing only about 30 are active. Wonder what happened to the rest.

I've something to share with those of you who use smart phones and have dogs. There is a great new APP for both Android and iPhone called Walk for a Dog. Once downloaded and installed, you can choose a local shelter or any animal related charity from its list and the company will donate money to that shelter for every mile you walk. Go to your APP store and search for Wooftrax. Download and install. It will chose a default shelter initially. That's OK. Get registered, then go back and change the shelter to the one of your choice.

Our favorite shelter organization is on the list and I checked with them yesterday. They confirmed that they are starting to get checks each month - small ones at the moment, but they're hoping more of their thousands of followers will start using the APP.

We (hubby and I) have started attending classes at Anytime Fitness here in our area. Well, I'm taking classes; he is walking on the treadmill but that is HUGE progress for him. On Mondays, we work on core and leg strength. On Wednesdays, we concentrate on upper body and arms. After class, I join him on the treadmill and "walk for a dog." Must say, I was a little stiff and sore initially. And some of the workouts are difficult as I haven't used those muscles in a long time. I know it will get better.

Happy Wednesday, everybody.

Sandydur wrote: »

Marie wheyou want to save a picture you right click on a picture and click where it says save this image and save it to your pictures on your computer. On here you click on the little box that has an edge turned down and click on choose files. Click on your photos to find the one you want. Hope I explained that right.

Sandy when I click on the pistures it did not give me an options to post picures I did get it after you posted to The sneakers group and was able to get it posted to the thread 20 pounds by Easter Thread

If anyone is interest in a challenge here is the link to that thread

http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/comment/30961405#Comment_30961405Barbie and and Shirley is posting there. Barbie is taking care of the Birthdays list for me and got it looking real nice.And all the members are losing real good. Drop by and say hello.
Marie

Anne, I am 5'3" tall and got down to 110 pounds....I was ecstatic. Then first my doctor, then the PA I go to for women's health, and then the osteoporosis specialist told me to gain weight for a variety of reasons (bone health, resistance to illness, etc.). I listened to them and now I weigh between 123 and 125 and had to give away all my size 4 jeans.

barbiecat wrote: »

Anne, I am 5'3" tall and got down to 110 pounds....I was ecstatic. Then first my doctor, then the PA I go to for women's health, and then the osteoporosis specialist told me to gain weight for a variety of reasons (bone health, resistance to illness, etc.). I listened to them and now I weigh between 123 and 125 and had to give away all my size 4 jeans.

Barbie - Looks like you did the right thing from everything I have read in the last few years. In fact most say - a few extra pounds has been linked to a longer life.

Thankfully, many experts have followed those studies with an explanation that being "obese" is still bad. There is a huge difference.

Lin - I must say it is hard not to be super impressed by all the work most of the ladies in this group put into staying fit. As for income tax stuff - I always dislike that "gathering" process. Every year I start out somewhat organized and things just seem gravitate back to the nearest "safe place." LOL

Hi Sneakers

I am going to post a picture of the baby blanket that I finished. It is larger than it looks since I have it folded in half for the picture. I am not a photographer like Bob but I try as best I can.

Shirley -- that is so cool! What a great monkey blanket!

I often think of a poem my mother had hanging in our home. It was called: "When Will I Learn?" She had a framed "handwritten copy" compliments of my older teenage sister hung on the wall.

I never could confirm if it was written by James Metcalf, but my mother and father both loved it. He was popular in the 40's & 50's.

It fits so many situations in life – and has been inspirational to me several times...even when it came to losing weight.

Just thought I’d share:



Bob

Hi Sneakers,

Thanks for the compliments on the blanket. I think when the baby gets older I may tackle another one later.

Today was taking my MIL to get her blood work done. Then a trip to the stationary store for some dividers for my recipe binder and a trip to Walmart. I suggested lunch so we went to a breakfast/lunch place and I ordered an omelette no potatoes and I had one slice of rye toast and coffee. She generously paid for lunch and I left the tip.

Bob - Great poem and where was that yesterday when my sugar addiction kicked in.
Now I am trying to figure out what happened that I caved. Was it before lunch? I can't remember now but will analyze it. I am determined to beat the weakness this time. It's a process.

Have a good evening everyone.

Shirley
Ontario, Canada

Way behind again! I have completed all the work so I can turn in the numbers for both of the farm trusts----but need to verify my numbers with the 1099s so will hold off sending to him until then. Those have to be filed earlier so I like to get them to the accountant ASAP as he marches through all the various deadlines for his clientele.

I’ve written and mailed the thank-you notes for the memorial contributions and/or flowers received in my father’s memory. Now I need to put together an email for his church with names/addresses/amounts so they can send their own thank you notes. I did not realize they did that. I’ve also put contributions in the mail to them. Waiting to get some information before I decide on what memorial contribution I will make.

Made almond milk again and cut up more veggies, and started soy yogurt and cooked up my water sauté onion/garlic/mushrooms. It seems even with some prep out of the way, putting together my large veggie salad takes 20 -30 minutes. I must be really slowing down! Oh well, it’s worth it; I adore those big vegan salads. Yum!!

I’ve been getting in 10,000+ steps each day and anywhere between 10 and 30 flights of stairs so I’ll be content with that for now. My feet never did get better. I tried slow jogging for a few minutes the other day and when the feet protested I decided to be glad I can walk.

Anyone else get an Amazon Echo? I got mine in the mail the other day and it is nice but it doesn’t do everything I was hoping for but it is lovely. I’m listening to jazz right now and I can interrupt it at any time and ask questions about the weather or words/topics I am interested in and “Alexa” will get a response for me.

Shirley – I commented on another of our threads how much I liked the money blanket. I like sock monkeys. I have a tiny one in my SUV that rides along with me. It wears a little purple hoodie from my alma mater. But you know, purple, couldn’t be bad no matter what.

Bob – I love your photos, the poems, the sayings---you are a great addition to our circle of friends. Thank you!

Marie – congrats again on your new great grandson. So you will be rooting for Barbie’s team in the Super Bowl right? What to do between now and then? Do you watch basketball? Did you find your Fitbit? Even if you can’t put a number of your steps, it helps to take some. I have my Fitbit off from time to time and at first I was so disappointed because my total wasn’t going up and then I thought---hey, my heart and lungs know I’m taking those steps!!

Sandy – I am so excited for you on your upcoming trip. And what, no luck at bingo? Well gosh, after your marvelous win at that charity event maybe you can just rest on your laurels.

Barbie – one successful day after another. Woo-hoo! Hugs to you, Jake and the darling poodles. You know how to enjoy life! Is the weather okay for walking now? We are having very nice January weather now and the extended forecast is for more of the same. I am happy with that. I don’t thrive these days when it is bitterly cold and overcast.

Phoebe – where are you guys now? Home any time soon? I hope Holly is doing okay. You guys seem to be out on the road more these days.

Buzz – I am glad you are continuing with your treatments. They sound as if they are helping. Hugs and prayers to you with DH’s care. Oh, and I did follow that link finally. What an accomplished person and a very interesting article. You must be so pleased.

Anne – you seem to have figured out what works for you and you are also content with your life. That is a great way to live. I enjoy your paintings so if you have more pictures to post let us know! I know you didn’t keep many paintings but maybe you’ll create some new ones?

Jackie - hello!! Did you get much honey this year? Are you off on your holiday now?

Chris – always wonderful to read a post from you. I understand Internet issues. My broadband has been doing the on/off thing lately but luckily not for long stretches at a time.

Laura – glad to see you on the newsfeed each day. Smiles to you.

Sandi – glad you are enjoying your vacation. I have been thinking how lovely it would be to think about actually taking a vacation.

Kacierra – how are you this week? I hope you are following along if you don’t have time to post. (I know how that can happen!!)

Connie – long time no see.

Off I go, more to do today. See you soon.

Lin in Central Iowa

Bob, Barbie's plan started out very slowly and has increased over the years. She reminds beginners that she couldn't do much at first.
We are home, we leave again on Saturday. Honey goes to the groo~er and vet in the morning, and i go to the doctor. (knees)
Marie i hope you found the fitbit. Did you check the bathroom? Thats where I often remove mine.
Im tired, battling sinusitis, going to watch a bit of tv and hope to be asleep early.

Ive enjoyed all of the posts, including Bob's contributions. I think i will begin a George Strait collection. You cant go wrong with GS.

NIGHT
Phoebe

Hi everyone! Yesterday was our big day. We went to look at the poodles. Yes and we bought one! Rosie is a nine week old toy poodle and she is dark red.
Bob I enjoy your poems. They are really good and hit home!
We are still in San Diego but we will be leaving on Saturday. We will pick Rosie the poodle, up on our way out of town. I'll let you take care and I will keep watching you! LOL!n