WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2105
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DianaLovesCoffee wrote: »Salmon for dinner tonight. I'm not a fish eater. I was forced to eat it as a kid - my dad was a fisherman and we were poor (although I didn't know it at the time). I try it every couple of months and tell myself that I'm a grown up and my taste buds have surely changed and that it is good for me. Trying a new recipe tonight so maybe that will make all the difference. Fingers crossed!
Diana in Northeast Indiana (below zero windchills!)
I thought I was the only one! I will try something that I used to hate every couple of years 2 c if my taste buds have changed or something.... like raisons, still hate them. :0/
this is the little man with Floyd when they were starting to get used to each other.... all together now..... awwwwwwwwwwwwww
I have decided something.. Thursday I was planning on running but I forgot my monkey feet (5 fingers shoes, vibrams) so I went upstairs to the spin room and I had my speaker and spinned. there were a couple of ladies there that were doing their own thing and I was just remembering some of my old routines (used to be an aerobics instructor) and when a certain song would come on I was thinking, oh that move would work on this song and so on... so when the 40min. were up, they mentioned that they liked my music that i was playing and I told them that I think I was going to do my own class in there on Thursday and they said if they did they would follow me... hmmmm we'll see how it works out and how many calories I burn doing that.0 -
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Red: Sending good thoughts your way. I hope the long term results of this situation with your *H are in your favor and that you end up happier than ever.
Newbies: Welcome to a great group of supportive women.
Lillian in W Saskatchewan: We’ve been to Butchart Gardens several times over the years. They are a rare treat. We just sent off applications for our new passports so that we can visit them again soon.
Sylvia: 128.8 lbs! You are a champion in my book. My cousin’s wife had her colon shortened a LOT more than a few inches and it hasn’t resulted in weight loss. The medicine she has to take has caused weight gain. I hope you don’t have to take prednisone. :noway:
Diana in NE IN: We love salmon and I hated it as a kid. We grill ours with a Diable sauce on the top. The sauce recipe is something we got out of Sunset magazine years ago. Let me know if you want it. It has butter, Dijon mustard, and spices.
Michele: We have recumbent trikes because DH can’t balance a bike due to MS issues. I love mine. I’m not at all sure I could balance on a recumbent road bike, but the exercise bikes that are recumbent are stationary & allow you to sit back while you work your legs as Barbie said.
Time to get ready for abs class and then yoga. I want to be strong for this evening’s riding lesson.
Katla in Beautiful NW Oregon
“Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Thomas A. Edison
February Goals:
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least three glasses of water daily, preferably more!
5. Eliminate alcohol.
6. Monitor sleep.
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Ok, got through yesterday's crazy day under my calorie goal, thanks to you. I honestly was inspired by your progress, even though I felt SO hungry and soldiered on. The suggestions to pack all the right food really helped, and at my son's Valentine party I took a big vegetable platter with homemade dip (both of which I set aside some for me so I knew how much I was having). This morning though, I feel 'weak' for lack of a better term. Anybody else ever feel like that? Is it just because my body's having to adjust to the sudden replacement of gluttony with self-discipline and moderation? Anyway, I really wanted to thank everyone who took the time to give me some really good tips for success. You're awesome!0
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my husbands recumbent bike was a 2 wheeler0
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This morning though, I feel 'weak' for lack of a better term. Anybody else ever feel like that? Is it just because my body's having to adjust to the sudden replacement of gluttony with self-discipline and moderation? Anyway, I really wanted to thank everyone who took the time to give me some really good tips for success. You're awesome!
Selena, when I first started this journey, I planned and logged my food for the day and stuck to the plan no matter what. At first there were times when I had to find a ton of distractions to get through to the next meal, but in time it got better. I used my food diary to help me make changes to what I was eating and added some calories on days when I was especially active. I eliminated items from my eating that had a lot of calories but not much food value (desserts, salad dressings, sauces, bread, pasta), and added more lean protein (fish, chicken, turkey) and steamed or raw veggies (you can eat a lot without a huge pile of calories).
Barbie
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Carol, it sure spunds like your daughter is struggling with clinical depression. Please help her get in to see a psychiatrist and therapist.
I speak from my own experience. Our natural brain chemicals can make life miserable when they get out of whack.0 -
I use my phone for this, and I am trying to figure out how to post a photo of Ziva, my Disability Service Dog.0
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Spent all morning catching up and am off to play golf. A bit chilly right now but suppose to be 65 later. My eye is not as swollen so I can read better.
Jane – sounds like a prefect visit with your grandkids and daughter. I love her name, Jaelyn.
Joyce – have you heard the joke ,”I want to weigh what my driver’s license says I weigh.’
Dragonfly – good wishes for a speedy recovery from your knee surgery.
Mary – MN – what an awesome NSV for you at the food show. I’m sure you looked great. Proud of you! Is Kenpo a video or on UTube?
Heather – I also enjoy the reports of your holiday. I’m sure it’s really hot there especially since you’re not use to the heat. The lizard has the perfect colors for that tree. Great picture.
SocialWacker – enjoy your cruise.
Diana – glad you DH is doing MFP also. It is an eye opener when you see the calories add up.
Lin – WTG on the 4 lb loss at Tops.
Jolenec – glad you came back. That is a great first step. Take it one day at a time and be kind to yourself.
Pip – cute pup. Looks like he likes the water.
Michele – I was thinking this morning it is getting time for your trip to FL. My DGD calls my wrinkles, Krinkles. She cracked me up.
Ginger – welcome. As you will see in the days ahead, there are always women to talk to here. Lots of fun, wisdom, advice and sometimes sad stories. We are family.
Red – Sorry to hear about your situation. It took me a few seconds to decide what the D word referred to. I was thinking dessert. I helped DGD sell cookies last weekend. People were so nice to the girls.
JSueBDew - TX
February Goals:
1. Drink at least 6 cups of water a day. This has been hard for me this winter but I will do it
2. Eat at least 5 fruits/veggies a day. This is something I must do!
3. Begin strength training. Do 2x a week.`
February word: Choices (Thanks Joyce!)
SueBDew – TX
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Ok, got through yesterday's crazy day under my calorie goal, thanks to you. I honestly was inspired by your progress, even though I felt SO hungry and soldiered on. The suggestions to pack all the right food really helped, and at my son's Valentine party I took a big vegetable platter with homemade dip (both of which I set aside some for me so I knew how much I was having). This morning though, I feel 'weak' for lack of a better term. Anybody else ever feel like that? Is it just because my body's having to adjust to the sudden replacement of gluttony with self-discipline and moderation? Anyway, I really wanted to thank everyone who took the time to give me some really good tips for success. You're awesome!
your body is going thru changes, so it does happen that you would "feel weak" but as long as you are putting good nutrition in your gut, you're doing ok. you'll feel like you're kinda going thru withdrawals if you are cold turkey stopping the bad poop. I feel like that when I haven't eaten when I should because of the workout that I just did. my eating is now for fuel if that makes sense.0 -
Thanks for all the kind words. I know this is where I need to be since you ladies helped me so much the last time I was here. I am trying to crochet more at night to help keep my mind and hands busy and out of the frig. However, last night, Jasmine didn't want me to crochet, she wanted my attention. ... the little diva dog.
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There that took like two hours of back and forth. Reading some then housework back to reading then the other. Muti tasking. But now i'm all caught up on the reading. The housework well that's a different story. But lots got done.
Diana
Great for hubby learning the diet ropes.
It will be a big encouragement for you
Jolenic
We are not here to critisize only to try and help.
Welcome back.
Allison
Don't you just love when you do something to try and help and all that happens is you get critisized for it. Makes you feel that no matter what you do it's not appreciated.
Katla
Thank you. I think the best is to try and avoid all the new fan dangle stuff there coming out with and stick to basics. Soups and home cooked meals with lots of vegetables.
Margaret
Guess i'll join the others in saying your flowers are a reminder that spring is coming.
Ginger
This is a great group but a busy one.
Lilymay
You need snow we have lots to give here in Northern Ontario.
Michele
Men are they ever in a big rush. Seems to me they don't have a clue of what time a day it is.
Katla
Ever try salmon on a cedar board very good. I had coated it with maple syrup and dijon mustard. Enjoy the riding tonight.
Selena
I know when just starting your al gung ho to do good.
But don't forget if your not eating enough you will have weak spells.
Dizzy spells. Make sure you consume 1.200 healthy calories.
Good luck.
Well i'm putting in a good day my fit bit is close to 2,000 steps and it's only after lunch.
Been going up and down the basement hubby is working down there. So while there got on the treadmill a little bit. He put a bunch of shelving in the sump pump room which is just off my sewing table so been placing material and such in there.
He is fixing a rec room calling it his man cave. It's looking good.
Well i'm out of here. Oh yea wii frowned at me this morning but will not let a .2 gain scare me from my goals and plans.
See you all lighter
Linda
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dogbydog123 - My daughter is definitely clinically depressed. She spent some time in the hospital in December. Since then, she has been seeing a therapist and a psychiatrist on a regular basis (she saw one earlier but it got too difficult to manage appointments while working her previous job). Thanks for your concern! I forget that not everyone was around in December when we were going through the really difficult part...0
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Good Afternoon! Am being so lazy today. Enjoyed reading through all the posts.
Carol in NC: Sorry your daughter is going through so much and know you must be worried sick. I thank God for modern medicine that can help all of us when we go through difficult times.
Love all the puppy pictures! We are blessed to have pets in our lives.
Here is my POM!
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Does anyone else have a problem staying near or under the recommended amount of grams if sugar each day? I'm finding after eating just my breakfast I'm already near my limit.0
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Hey ladies! Wow! This is a Big group. (: Thank you to who ever welcomed me. Was wondering if any of ya'all ( I' m a okie, can't ya tell?) ladies would friend request me. I only have 1 friend & would like more. Please and thank you! I am realizing my goal of 30 pounds by June may be unrealistic. I have only lost couple pounds since I started. I am not exercising on a regular basis ( it is hard for me to excersise by myself ) I am eating much healthier & feel much better so I will take that as a win for now and try more aggressively to find a workout partner. You ladies all seem very nice. & so positive & supportive. This is a great group!0
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Type what you want to say then tap the arrow to the right of the icon that looks like a piece of paper with the corner folded down. Then you will see a button that says choose file. Tap this and it should take you to you photo gallery. Choose your picture and click done.dogbydog123 wrote: »I use my phone for this, and I am trying to figure out how to post a photo of Ziva, my Disability Service Dog.
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The little image at the bottom of my post is from my practicing so that I would know the exact words to tell dogbydog. I thought I deleted it, but apparently only deleted the big picture. It is a dog pic I borrowed from the Internet to use in a children's sermon on waiting when you want something now.0
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thlavallee - I am not watching my sugar at this time, but your food diary is a good place to determine what foods are hiding the most sugar, and learn how to make substitutions. It may be time to create a new favorite breakfast for yourself. I prefer lots of protein for breakfast when I have time (eggs, turkey bacon, etc.). I try to stay away from white complex carbs (but sometimes fail at that, too). I still almost always go over on fat grams
Because of that, I try to not eat what DH cooks or chooses to eat (still failing, but still trying).
funnygirl4000 - I think I sent you a friend request (my phone rang at work, and sometimes I'm easily distractible).
Coffee salesman was here today. We are trying 3 new kinds in our office. 2 different Starbucks roasts, and Carmel/Vanilla coffee (I am also hiding some carmel/vanilla creamers for the rare days that I don't go over on my fat grams).
I hope everyone is able to make wise choices today. Hugs for Everyone ! ! !
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Hi, guys - I've been swamped at work, but wanted to give an update on my Biggest Losers 4th weigh-in this morning. I lost another 3 pounds! That's 13.6 pounds total. I am PSYCHED! (And that's another $45 into my dance fund jar ... Yippee!)
The bad news is the 3-pound loss wasn't enough for me to come in 1st this week - I came in 3rd. But, I have 3 weeks to go before the contest is over. I can still be the overall winner if I try really hard, I'm sure of it. My strategy is to continue my food plan and to ramp up the exercise. Wish me luck and have a great Friday the 13th.
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Katla, you have no idea how much better you made me feel about that surgery. Somehow my pride is restored all of a sudden.
I just had lunch with the kids. My son called and asked if I wanted to go to Pizza Hut with them (translation-can you pay) so I did. It was really nice. The three of them were out of school because of parent teacher conferences and they were all telling me how well their reports were from their teachers. The oldest, who has had the most trouble in school due to emotional issues, got A+'s in four different subjects, including math (her hardest subject). She was so proud of herself! The middle child who never lets anything bother her did equally well, and the little guy just floats through life without a clue. Sadly, he's probably the smartest of the three.
I didn't do too badly at lunch. A dry salad and two thin crust slices of pizza.
Now I'm at the studio waiting for another potter who is bringing some bowls to donate for Empty Bowls. He's driving about 80 miles to bring them, which is awfully nice.
At 2:30 I will pick up hubby and he's going with me to see the surgeon for my follow-up appointment. I think it will go well.
Well, I should go do something constructive while I wait. Hope you are having a great afternoon.
Sylvia
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noexcuses118 wrote: »Hi, guys - I've been swamped at work, but wanted to give an update on my Biggest Losers 4th weigh-in this morning. I lost another 3 pounds! That's 13.6 pounds total. I am PSYCHED! (And that's another $45 into my dance fund jar ... Yippee!)
The bad news is the 3-pound loss wasn't enough for me to come in 1st this week - I came in 3rd. But, I have 3 weeks to go before the contest is over. I can still be the overall winner if I try really hard, I'm sure of it. My strategy is to continue my food plan and to ramp up the exercise. Wish me luck and have a great Friday the 13th.
CP in So. Fla.
YEAYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!! THERE IS NO BAD NEWSSSS YOU CAME IN 3RD THAT'S AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!0 -
started eating 1 serving of 32oz (10 chips) of snack factory pretzel crisps honey mustard & onion on 12/31/14. ate 1 serving a day or every other during the work week. just finish it today 2/13/15. back in the day that sucker would have been gone in 2 days!0
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Pipcd34 - good for you! That's the way to do it. You still get to eat what you like you just ration it out. I do that with pistachios and peanuts.
Red - I'm sorry to hear about your trouble with the D word. My husband and I just got through taking the art of marriage classes at our church. This is our third time taking some type of marriage class and we've only been together five and a half years. We want to make the most out of our life together. This is my third marriage, I hate to even admit that. My greatest regret is that my first husband the father of my children, would not you go to counseling with me. We were married for 23 years at that time. Hang in there!
Jsuebdew - my exercise Zumba and Kenpo X are both DVDs. I love doing both of those workouts.
CP in South Florida - you are an inspiration! You go girl!
I love looking at all the puppy pictures! I can't have an animal because my husband has asthma. Thanks for sharing!
Mary from Minnesota
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Happy Friday. Can you tell I have the weekend off? It is up in the 50's today and then back in the 20's for the weekend. DH surprised me and sent me flowers at work this morning. It has been years since he has done that. He must be listening as I told him the other day that I didn't want a ring this year, but would like some romance. Usually when the Riddle jewerly puts their sale book out I will circle several things I like and he picks. So feeling special today.
Last evening at the women's Bible study the leader had roses on the tables, red wine glasses with frozen rassberries and sparking cider, chocolate dipped strawberries, popcorn with strawberry jam over it. Was a nice. I am enjoying this study and learning God made us and we should be proud of who we are.
Sylvia--I have the same pop addiction. I am tappering off and plan is to be off my next Wednesday. I have the headache today, but hope it gets better. Drinking alot more water which is good. I do not think your surgery is cheating.
pipcd34-- Thanks for sharing the pictures of Yogi, He is a keeper.
Ginger--Welcome and you have come to a great place for support and friendship. Come often and just jump right in.
Allison--Please take care of you. (((HUGS)))
Joyce--Glad to hear your DS is better. That takes a big load off your mind.
Red--sending hugs and prayers.
Sharon--Sounds DS is doing the right things, sending prayers for the 24th. Is he saving the texts for the lawyer?
Linda--Glad to see you posting, Missed you.
Guess we are going to Kansas tomorrow to DH's sister, they are having a family party for his other DS that is so sick. A nephew and his family are coming as a surprise from NC. I have met his wife, but not the kids. The oldest is 12 so been along time since we have seen them. Then his DS tells my DH's ex is there for the month. So get to spend time with her. Then Sunday DGD's birthday party. Her birthday is tomorrow, but having a bowling party Sunday afternoon. She will be 6 and thinks she needs a phone. DS and I say no, but would not be surprised if the other grandma gets her one. She is the one that gave her a tablet for Christmas.
Take care ladies. One Day at a Time.
Blessings, Vicki GI NE0 -
Good afternoon dear ladies!
Pip: Teaching your own class is a rockin’ idea!! You will have so much fun. The boys are so cute all snuggled up together. I’m pretty sure my two have never, ever done that. They have never particularly cared for each other.
Red: So sorry about the spat. Hope things have cooled down and you two have made up by now.
Diana in NE IN: Salmon… yum…. Of course in live in the PNW and odds are my middle DS caught it. Just be careful not to over cook it. When you think it is done, pull it off the heat and cover it, letting it rest for at least 5 minutes (treat it just like a good steak). That will go a long way to keeping it moist.
Sylvia: Yeah that the weight is coming off!! I’m pretty sure that shortening the colon doesn’t count as weight loss surgery. (They will shorten the small intestine to minimize absorption.) So glad you are feeling better. How did the kid class go last week or was that just a one time shot?
Katla: The bike is really cool! I bet your dog loves to help pull that. My Talga would think it was a blast to take your hubby for a ride it that. Have fun riding tonight! It should be a lovely afternoon.
SelenaP63: Yeah for you. That was so clever portioning out some dip for yourself! I’m filing that trick for future reference. There are some days when I am just STARVING! I’ve been logging my food long enough, that I can usually see that I either didn’t eat enough the day before (logged stuff, but forgot to eat it – yeah that really happens) or I worked out more than planned (blank-blank cows got out and I needed to chase them down) or my calories were not very well balanced through the day (you have to have more than 120 cal for breakfast even if you are not hungry). If I can’t focus after 30 minutes, I will eat 7 almonds (40 calories). That usually does the trick and will not break the bank. Eating more “bullky” foods will help, too. At least two of my meals a day start with 100-200 grams of kale or spinach. That is a pretty big bowl.
CP in So. Fla: Yeah for you!! More $$ in the dance jar. Enough for the first class yet??
Michele in NC: Because you asked:
Today:
3.40 miles running 35:38 (320cal: 10:35/10:51/9:55/ 10:28av) with Talga
1.28 miles walking 18.52 (90 cal: 14:42/14:46/ 14:47av) with Zedd
Yoga (Vinyasa) 1:00:00 (155 cal – from UP) Class at work
Tomorrow I am going to try a PiYo class. I have no idea how I will log that. I normally hate marketing/gimmicky things, but a friend is hosting the class and the concept sounds interesting. After that I will hit the grocery store. Then walk the dogs. (Talga will get his 4 miles, then Zedd will get his 2 miles.) That should buy me lots of extra calories for a nice V-Day dinner.
Looking for the joy in every day, just like my dogs.
Remember to breathe…
Sally W.
Oregon
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Hi, ladies. Sunny here but cold; tomorrow a bit warmer, then frigid expected and possible power outages. (???!!!)
DH is off today, tomorrow is his birthday (yes, Valentines Day). Doesn't want a cake, wants me to make him a sweet potato pie. He'd been major shopping at the Radio Shack sale and brought me flowers and candy to "make up" for all he's spent on himself...........but it's his day, so he does deserve a treat.........thanks but could have done w/o the candy........stashed it in DD's room. We went out to eat to celebrate both birthday/Valentines Day for a very late lunch today because tomorrow will be soooooooo busy.
Looked at a dog possibility yesterday, spent an hour with her. Had DD stop by between her jobs to see it today with me. This one is a possible maybe. Advertised as a basenji.......well, it's a basenji like I am Beyonce. Has basenji in it for sure; that I would believe........all in all, maybe will do. There certainly are black and white basenjis but this is almost totally black, muzzle too broad, forehead wrinkles not pronounced enough, and I heard it yip (not a bark, but certainly not the breeds typical baroooo)... Tail curls fine, ears look good and legs are basenji. Overall size is right, coat maybe just a tiny bit long. DH is holding out for a pure bred. DD loved it (of course). Hmmmmm......we'll see. Also, supposed to be only a year old; b's only come into season once a yr. and this has already been bred. But I know I don't want to do the puppy thing ever again so older would be good.
jane.......love the baby's name!
Red........Hope you guys can work it all out (((((hugs))))) Best to you both.
Carol.........Oh, I so feel for you and your DD. I felt myself getting teary reading your post; hit close to home, I guess. Hope she can resolve her issues and get back to her norm. (((hugs))) to both of you.
Loved all the dog and flower pics, thanks!!!
Hunger is not an emergency.
Determined.
yanniejannie
mid-Atlantic
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Saturday and 14 February.
Today is the day I OFFICIALLY join Tom Venuto's "Love Your Body" challenge.
I weighed 95.8 Kg yesterday and realised I had to eat one meal yesterday, so weight is 96.4 Kg. YES water weight bah! NOT doing a whole day of juices again
Today is 2 Juices ( Red Dawn before boxing, and Australian Gold this afternoon)plus breakfast, lunch and dinner = 1774 cals. Going to try this for challenge
Training: Wii Gold's boxing and BFFM day 2 weights
Mildred beagle did NOT sleep well last night. Tried putting drops in eye but "snarl", I do not know how long she can stay well Lots of tears for beautiful, faithful doggy
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Doctor visit went well. He says I'm doing great, but still shouldn't do any lifting for another FIVE weeks! Something about the tensile strength of the connected tissue and avoiding herniating it and requiring more surgery. Ok, I'm sufficiently scared to comply. So no pottery for now. You can't do pottery without lifting more than five pounds. I can get back to drafting though, as sitting at a desk is fine.
He said that this surgery shouldn't impact my weight loss one way or the other, so that's good news.
Jan, what is the dogs personality like? That's the most important thing, but if hubby is set on a purebred, will he resent the poor little thing if it's not? Are they selling it or giving it away? It sounds adorable, but then, all dogs are adorable.
Sally, the kid class is going on without me. Another guy is doing the teaching, so he really doesn't need me. One more week of instruction, then a break for drying and firing, then another class for glazing, and a big Raku party at the end. Raku is fun for the kids. You put the pots in the kiln, let them get red hot then pull them out and put them in a can full of combustibles, like sawdust and newspaper. They get all crackled and metallic looking. It's pretty exciting, but I can't do it because of the smoke.
Gotta go make dinner. Later!
Sylvia0
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