WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2105

Well, I had good intentions for the birthday dinner last night but between the warm bread and the martinis, I went over by 800 cals! BUT, my NSV is that I got right back on it today and went for an hour hike (even though my head was a bit fuzzy). The old me would have said, well I already blew it and gone on a two day binge. Not going to beat myself up over it.

Hope you all have a good rest of your weekend. Everyone is doing great!

Drive to Ulverstone and doggy walk
Bought all the stuff to make my pre walk juices for next week. made Mondays and Tuesdays and in the fridge ready to go
Lesley in Tasmania

Sassy, I am so sorry about your precious fur baby.
Momof10, I am so sorry you and your family are going through so much but am glad to read of your love for each other and your fight
Sylvia, I swear I am going to come up there and kidnap you. You need a hospital in the modern world where we don't use pubic hair for decoration. Some how I missed you having gas!!!! Hooray. I'm like Meg. This old nurse says gas is music to my ears after abdominal surgery

Kind of a NSV for me today. Went to the grocery store today and hubby was running low on pop tarts. Wonder why, could it be because his wife is eating all of them??? Anyway I told him to put them away and hide them. So I am watching this wonderful Hallmark movie and they have Kit Kat commercials every 5 minutes. So I go snooping. There was one box already open in the pantry and then the two he bought. Well I found the two he bought today but it would be to obvious if he saw an unopened box opened. But I couldn't find the already opened so I gave up. He has enough resolve to just eat one of the pop tarts in the double package. I don't. So he wraps it up and puts in the the fridge. So I do get that and eat that. So instead of eating 2 I just ate 1. And I left the unopened alone.

Joyce, Indiana. ON my way to kidnap Sylvia!!!!

Had a bit of catching up to do - again.
Heather- Thanks for the elephant photo. Elephants are so majestic. I love hearing of all your adventures and looking forward to seeing the blue topaz ring.

Diana NE Indiana - "Wow you look great!" from your DH has to be one of the best NSVs.

CP South Florida- Congratulation on the 3.2 lb loss in the Biggest Loser contest. The goal of ball room dancing on New Year's Eve is definitely more exciting and motivating than saying you will lose x amount of lbs.

yannijannie - Williamsburg sounds like an interesting place to visit. Yeah!! for your daughter getting in. She must be both relieved and excited.

Sylvia - I would have a meltdown also. 45 min and then getting back to bed under your own steam. Ouch!! It is so deplorable that we don't fund hospital staffing the way we do athletes.

Lillian - It has been warm but that is part of our regular cycle in Lethbridge. Snow/Chinook/Freezing cold and snow/Chinook. Yesterday was just crazy for wind so there were a number of semis that flipped on their sides on Highway 2. They closed the highways to all semi traffic.

Kim - Thanks for the compliment. DS is truly one of the most compassionate people I know. He was born an old soul. He is so kind hearted that he has been taken advantage of more than once.

Yesterday brought police to my door. It was reported that a minor child had access to drugs at our house and there was concern for the child's safety. They told me they could not tell me who had filed the complaint. No need. I know. Funny how this concern was not voiced until she was served the papers in Ontario. Not even an hour later. Why wouldn't she have been concerned say last Thursday or in the six months she lived here? GRRRRRR. DS still allowed her to skype with DGD. The police officers were very kind and respectful. They told me that their report would say there was no cause for concern. I wonder what she is going to throw this way next. DS is angry, hurt, confused and stressed out. He wants to do what is best for DGD and is agonizing.

I am feeling much better and actually got a few things done around the house. It was starting to look pathetic.

DD went face painting in character as Elsa. She took the thrilled party princess an Olaf balloon. She was one excited 3 yr. old as she opened the door to Elsa. DD says she loves, loves her job. The photos the Mom took are excellent.

DS in Vancouver has one yet another award in the tattoo world. He is so talented. An artists' retreat in Japan is in the planning stages. Colour me green.

DS and myself took the 2 youngest DGD to Paddington. The 3 yr. old made it almost to the end without fussing. The 5 yr. old loved the movie and tried to help her cousin out. I love listening to the 2 of them converse with each other.

Sharon in Alberta where the wind is howling.

Good Morning (just)

I've taken so long to catch up, it's almost mid day.

Sassie I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious fur baby

Sylvia - get well soon.

I'm feeling a little better today, puts things into perspective when you read of other peoples problems. I don't think this "colleague" meant to upset me, (basically I made a mistake with an appointment and an employee turned up a day late for their appointment) but it was the way she handled it that upset me. She made me feel worthless and humiliated. Nobody makes mistakes on purpose and I usually check the appointment letter to the appointment in the diary, but must have been distracted on this particular day.

I'm a bit worried about my son, last night he slept on our sofa rather than go home to another argument. I'm trying to help them both as I was talking to his partner earlier in the day and she was saying the exact opposite to what my son was telling me when he came here after work. Not sure what to say to help, I've suggested marriage guidance/ couples therapy. I've told my son not to do anything in haste and to get his head cleared so he can think more clearly. I hope they can sort themselves out and stay together.

Hugs to those in need and congratulations to those who are meeting their goals

Take care
Viv in Sunny but cold York UK

Katla – Our outdoor furnace (Portage & Main Woodstove) heats water that comes through pipes to heat our house and also our workshop. Saves money because we run a small sawmill so the waste wood goes in the furnace. And yes – I really enjoy walking outside. Yesterday (Saturday) the sun was shining for a change and there was wasn’t much wind.

Debbie & Lisa – take care, hugs and prayers for both of you. My sister-in-law had breast cancer last year and to support her along I said I make lifestyle changes with her. So we started the Eat nothing white, no sugar and drink alkaline water. Because she read that cancer does not live well in an alkaline body. Just a thought – everyone reacts differently.

Grandmallie - The only person you are destined to become Is the person you decide to be… Great quote.

Pipcd34 – I hope you get better.

Sylvia – Oh good grief – I hope you get better soon and get out of that place. Pets are so sensitive aren’t they?

Yanniejannie – no, sorry we are low on snow at the moment – but if we get too much I will share!! Ha ha …

Wildfiremoon – hugs and prayers

Barbiecat – my grandmother could knit and watch TV at the same time and sometimes she even had a book going!! English talent no doubt.

Sassy – hugs,

Sharon – kids and their significant others can be so agonizing. I am jealous though – you got to go to Paddington. My DGKids are not old enough yet to go to the movies.

Opps – gotta go…hubby is ready to go… road trip…just what I wanted to do today!!! NOT.

To everyone I missed - Hugs and prayers to you on your journeys some be tough and some not.

Take care everyone
Lillian in West Central Saskatchewan

Good morning,

Yanniejannie so happy for you daughter.

Cynthia so sorry about the job!

Sylvia hope you are home soon. I find it difficult to heal in a hospital.

We went to a Slovenian exhibit yesterday. A former professor set up a mini museum in his basement. The rest of his home he has as a museum decorated in the late 1800's. He had one room dedicated to Garfield with a life size figure of him. They had people give a short talk on the people who were on their money. Slovenia had its own money from 1991 until it went on the euro. (My husband is part Slovenian on his father's side. The country is about the size of New Jersey.) Unfortunately I cannot remember the names. The one who wrote choral music created sublime music. He predated Bach by about a hundred years.

Today I am taking it easy after the busy week I had. I didn't make it to church today. I couldn't get myself going in time.

MNMargaret

Pipcd34 - I hope you feel better!

Dkuffer: Congratulations on your weight loss and making healthy habits.
Marywetterlund: I’m so happy to hear about the seminar you & DH are attending. Good for you!
Janet: My diabetes NP told me not to eat more than two fruits a day because of my diabetes. Many of them contain a lot of carbs. I do go over that amount now if it’s lower carb fruits like strawberries. I generally don’t eat bananas even though I love them.
Wildfiremoons: I’m sorry that you are feeling so depressed and that you haven’t been feeling up to eating. I wonder if the depression is caused by the anniversary of your grandmother’s death. I know several people who have a very difficult time when an anniversary comes around for their loved ones. Saying hugs and prayers. I pray God will give you the strength to heal.
TNToni: Laughing when reading that you want to eat all the candy so it will be gone…same mind frame here!
Sylvia: Was the person who had 27 patients the nurse or the nurse aide? I don’t think any nurse has to care of 27 patients without help. I’m thinking it was the nurse aide. I’m so sorry that happened to you.
CP: You go girl! I love your plan!
Michele: Sending hugs. Sometimes it’s just hard to understand our children, but we love them anyway.
Viv: I hope things go better both at work and with your son. It is really hard to stand by and watch your child hurt and there’s nothing you can do about it. Hugs to you!
Alison: I know you are disappointed about the jeans, but you can’t go by one pair of jeans. They don’t always run true to size. On the other hand, it never hurts to refocus on your dietary needs. Good luck!
Sylvia: Congratulations on not being bloated anymore. Hopefully that means your belly is starting to work again. Give yourself some time to get better. Saying prayers for you.
MNMargaret: Come on spring! Love the flower pics!
Janet: Have fun on your cruise! Like Sue in TN, I love your saying!
Cindy Southern Maryland: There are some videos on YouTube that might help. Richard Simmons used to have a workout. I had it on VCR, but I don’t have it on DVD. Congrats on your resolution to eat better and exercise and welcome to the community.
Lillian in West Central Saskatchewan: Most of my work at the computer is testing. Every morning I go to the cafeteria and I get two 32 oz glasses of water. I don’t let myself go home until I drink all of it. Each time I go to the bathroom (which is 200 steps from my office…that’s far when you gotta go! LOL!), I walk the full length of the hospital hallway and then back all the way down the other hallway, past my office, then back again. I’ve never really taken a morning or afternoon break at work, but I’m trying to learn to do that just so that I can walk. Unfortunately, when I’m really busy, all of that goes out the window and I’m lucky if I get a break for lunch. I did much better on vacation when I didn’t have to go to work! I am excited though because my DD#3 has asked if she can start walking around the neighborhood when I get back from work. She said she will bring her children and they can do their homework while we walk. I’m in! You are a real trooper to walk in weather that cold! I’m not sure I could do it! 
Heather: What a wonderful trip! Thanks for the details!
Terri in Milwaukee: I hope you are able to find some time to enjoy yourself on your trip! Hope the work day isn’t too bad today! Sorry the RA is acting up! BTW --- enjoy the center of the bed!
Katla: I’m with you. I hope the new owners of MFP don’t mess too much with stuff. Yesterday, I had a devil of a time, trying to post what I ate. The ad at the top of the page kept blocking me from posting and I had to move it out of the way to be able to put in my food. I’m not sure what’s up. It isn’t like that today.
Debbie & Lisa: Sending prayers your way that Lisa will beat the cancer and that you will both be on your way to healthy living again!
Pipcd34: OMG! Yesterday, I was feeling bad (coughing, runny nose, feeling feverish), so I took meds and took a nap! I think I would have gone to the ER if I’d felt like you did. Please take care of yourself. Seriously, I’m worried about you! Sending prayers and hugs!
Sylvia: I hope you get better soon and are able to get into some of that sunshine. I’ll bet all those fur babies do miss you a lot. I have to tell you that when I saw your post, I started laughing. Patients don’t usually notice all the surrounding unless they are getting better…sounds like you are! At least, I really, really hope so! Hang in there! Sending lots of love, hugs, and prayers to you! I have to say, however, that there is no excuse for a dirty room (ugh pubic hair) or the wrong diet! As for the IV, you may be a bit dehydrated with only having clear liquids. That might be the reason why it was so hard to get it started. I used to be quite good at getting the IV sticks, but honestly there are some people who it’s just hard to get the IV in for whatever reason. I’m glad they called for help and were able to finally get one started for you. I cannot stop thinking about how close you came. So very, very happy you went to the ER.
Rupridul: Welcome! I’m not sure that we can give you motivation, but we can definitely give you lots of support. Are you logging everything that you eat and drink? That’s they first key. It really helps me because I used to underestimate how many calories were in so many of the foods and drinks that I had. Keep track and log your exercise as well. I know that it’s hard to be doing the exercises you are doing and not seeing the scale go down. Good luck!
Lesley: You are doing such an awesome job! It seems that Stan is a wonderful support as well. I have to say there are times I’m just a tad jealous of him bringing you tea and cooking Sunday brunch! Ha! Ha! (Just joking really, my hubby is wonderful as well! In fact, he’s juicing oranges from our tree as I sit here writing. I really do have to finish up so I can go and help!)
Yanniejannie: Thanks and hope you start feeling better & that headache goes away!
Judy in PA: Congrats on logging your food consistently. I agree that it helps me to know that I have to “show the world” or at least MFP friends what I have eaten! It really helps me to make better choices. I hope all the rest of the “physical stuff” gets better soon!
Red: I hope you enjoyed those two martinis! LOL!
Gail in metro ATL: You’re the second person to comment that Imitation Game was good. I’m going to have to see when it’s playing here.
Meg: Isn’t it awesome that our malls are drawing people to go walking. I think it’s awesome that so many people are using the indoor facility to exercise. A few years ago, I went to an acupuncturist. I really liked the serenity and it did help, but it just didn’t give me lasting results unfortunately.
Barbie: Good for Jake! It sounds like the two of you are so health conscious and proactive with your health! It’s so good to see! Love your post about no more excuses!
Stephv710: Congrats on getting back on the wagon today! To me MFP helps me so much to be more accountable and get back on track faster. Happy Birthday!
Sassy: I’m so sorry about your fur baby’s passing! Sending big hugs!
Joyce: I’m sitting here laughing at your pop tart story! It’s so hard when we are just craving a certain food!
Kim from N Carolina: Glad you enjoyed your vacation.
Sharon in Alberta: Seriously, she filed a report to the police. It’s amazing what some people will do! So worry for you and your DS and DGD. Glad that you are feeling better and able to spend time with the grands. Aren’t they wonderful! We had three of them spend the night night before last and the little 22 month old one last night. They just make life worth living sometimes! Have fun with them!
Cynthia: Sending good thoughts your way. Are you going to finish the job to the end or are you going to have to look for something else?
Viv: I hope things work out for your DS and his partner.

Wow, we are getting to be a large group! Not that I'm complaining; I love to read everyone's post. I'm just so slow that it's taking me hours to respond. That is in between my 22 month old DGS's quests for "yellow Nana" (Jello) and "Look Nana, I got wheels". We watched The Wheels on the Bus and now he is insisting on showing me all the things in the house that have wheels! LOL! I really need to go and help DH squeeze the oranges and play with my DGS.

I do want to ask for your prayers for my wonderful Neighbor. About 10 years ago she had lung cancer. She is a smoker. She quit smoking for only about 3 months and then started again. Last year she developed cancer of the lung with mets to the brain and spine. They did the cyberknife, chemo, and radiation. She was doing really well. In fact, she sent her hubby a text to say she had was feeling better than ever. That was at 9:30 am. At 7:00 pm he came home and found her unresponsive on the floor. She had a massive stroke and is now on Hospice. My heart is breaking for her husband and children. She's in her late 40's and has a DGS who is 2 years old and the love of her life. Please pray for all of them; they are having such a rough time.

I apologize if I have missed anyone. Sending love and hugs to all!

Barb from South Louisiana

Goals for 2015:
* Continue to drink at least 8 glasses of water per day
* Do something nice for someone every day, even if it's just to give a compliment
* Exercise at least 3x/week. Start out slowly and work up gradually
* Focus on eating healthy one meal at a time/one day at a time

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