WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR APRIL 2015

Call me crazy but I love to see other people happy and succeeding.

Good Evening Ladies,

Barbie, thanks for the encouragement on doing a plank. I need to increase core strength. I know I’ve been able to increase my other exercises so I know you are right. It’s another example of, “just do it”. And how true that we need to be thankful for the wonderful doctors we have in addition to so many other things we just don’t give thought to.

Naiomi, if I went to your time share, I think I’d try setting the alarm on my phone to go off right before it’s time for the cannon. Of course it would probably take all week to get it to the right moment, but maybe you wouldn’t jump out of your skin? Where is the time share?

Joyce, I’d have been in the bathroom crying, too. What a jerk!!! It sounds like the two polyps were a pretty good outcome from the procedure. I hear of so much worse for many that still have no major problems. It’s a good thing retirement isn’t so bad for most people or no one would retire. Was he having severe angina pains to take two nitro pills? My DH gets such severe headaches from nitro that he won’t take it unless he thinks he’s having a heart attack, which luckily has never happened. But at least he has kept a current supply with him for the last 20 years. I hope things improve for Charlie. (((Hugs)) to you both.

Heather, I think it is so great that you have done the book and hate your concern over what people think. You know you can never please everyone, so as long as you are happy with it, that is what counts. If people are so easily offended I’d think they are quite limited in what they can read or even watch on TV. I’m sure it’s wonderful and I think you are wonderful. (((Hugs)))

Allison, great going on those steps. So sorry that your DH is getting so stressed and being tired and overworked won’t help. I do hope he can relax while in Florida. I know it’s not funny, but I did chuckle when I read your statement, “if the bathroom reno sent him over the edge ,I hate to see what the kitchen reno will do”

Pat, sounds like you are doing a great job of sorting things out. I agree with you on, “where does all the ‘stuff’ come from?” How nice that you donate the clothes to people that you know need it. Much of ours goes to Good Will and you never know exactly what happens to it. When I plan a salad for a meal, I just fix a protein for DH to go with it. He is really easy to please but a salad is not a meal to him. I am still working on portion control also as I have eaten pretty healthy for years, but way too much of a good thing.

Carol, I hand it to anyone that is willing to teach under the conditions of not being able to discipline students without the parents getting upset. As others have stated, I think parents should support the teachers in trying to teach some values to the kids. I think that education went to hell in a handbasket when it got to the point that many parents started leaving it up to the schools to raise their children. If all parents supported the teachers the way many of us did, I think teaching would be a much easier job. (ok, climbing down off my soapbox) I’m glad your Mom is adjusting to the nursing home. It’s probably harder on you and your siblings than it is on her.

Sylvia, I know what you mean about the price of meat. It is totally outrageous. Thank goodness we really like chicken or I don’t know what we would eat most meals. We usually buy beef when it is on a really good sale. I don’t care if we have the money, I just can’t bring myself to spend those prices on things. I hope production mode kicks in for you soon.

Katla, I hope your DH is well enough to make the trip with you. We don’t want you to have to grow up too fast. 

Terri, I hope your network doesn’t stay down too long. That can get so frustrating. Good for you on keeping that smile going through it all.

Jane, we are all thinking of you with the task of moving. One thing I like about moving is to get rid of unwanted or needed things as I pack and again as I unpack. Hope it goes smoothly.

Carey, glad the vertigo is improving. Like your quote.

Cindy, good going with your walking. I have a question on your stats: 2831 cals. What is that? I know it’s not calories you ate but can’t figure it out.

Heather, I think the first step to stop a binge, is to realize you’re having one. In a deep, slow voice, the friend said, “Put the food down and step away from the kitchen!”

Gail, I’m sorry for your loss. You will get back with the program. Sometimes things just get in the way. Huggs

Beth in Maine, your dish does sound delish!

Sue, hope you feel better. Glad DH is taking care of you.


Welcome to any Newbies that I missed. Come often and join in the chat. This thing works!! Please sign your post with what you want to be called. It makes it easier for us to respond to you. Also a location is great, be it specific or general. We are happy to have you join us.

I was a smoker for years and years. I quit the day I brought DH home from his heart surgery. Twelve years later, with a very stressful job, I started again. I know, how stupid was that??? At any rate, I switched from smoking to Vaping about two years ago. It is better for you and doesn’t smell, drop ashes or burn anything but it is still putting nicotine in your body. Today, I am not planning to use the e-cigarette for the first time. I always said I didn’t want to be some 70 year old lady with a cigarette hanging out of my mouth and the vaping is just as bad. I’m not sure it’s a good idea to stop right now while I am still trying to lose weight, but I’ll see how it goes. For any of you that pray, I ask for your prayers in making this a successful venture. I still keep losing connection with the internet, so the minute I get it back, I’m going to paste this in and call it a night.

I hope you all have a better day tomorrow than you had today

Thought for the day:

Your mind is a garden.
Your thoughts are the seeds.
You can grow flowers
Or you can grow weeds.

Words I live by:
Savor. I have to slow down and savor every bite.
and
Opportunity. Each day offers new opportunities for good health and happiness if we just look for them and choose them.

Janet
Myrtle Beach, SC

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Did an hour of a spinning downloadable workout today. pip - thank you so much for posting your stats, seeing your rpm's and other things really helps me.

The plan for tomorrow is to go to yoga and then take the deep water class.

Well, went and they fired my praying mantis (I didn't put the clear coat on it yet) I was so so disappointed that there was so much streaking. I literally repainted the whole thing but only one coat. They're going to do this again for me, they said they can fire it max 3 times and this'll be the second time, the third I'll have to put the clear coat on it. I really do hope that this time there isn't as much streaking.

Also took my ladybug back because I didn't like the streaking. Seems that perhaps one of the things I wasn't doing was evenly putting the paint on. What a bummer! One of the ladies there did do the red over for me. I wish it was a brighter red, but beggers can't be choosers. Vince started on his tree stump, he cleaned up the snail for me, and he started the first coat of paint on another piece that he's doing.

Janet - even if you start holding your plank with only 5 seconds -- that's better than 0 seconds. Before you know it you'll be up to 15, then 30, then 45 and so on. Good for you trying!

naiomi - I usually buy the filo dough. I like to get the filo shells. Makes a good appetizer

Alison - crossed fingers for you.

Going thru the posts quickly today. I didn't expect to spend nearly the amount of time at ceramics that I did. Tonight is Rummikub so I will need to make the appetizer to take with me and then pick up my neighbor.

Cindy in MD - wow! Impressive steps!

my...(denise?) - cute birthday suit pics. Really, all the pics were cute, but I especially liked that one.

Beth - your chicken sounds really good

Lesley - my heart breaks for you in that you couldn't cook. How horrible!

Sue in TX - do you know what caused your tummy upset? Glad you're better now.

Went to Rumikub tonight. Had more of the Greek spinach pies I made along with some pineapple. then for dessert had a piece of angel food cake, some berries on top of it, and tried one of this lady's chocolate espresso cookies (personally, I wasn't impressed with them). Just had water to drink

Michele in NC

Grrrrrrrrrffd! Y'all remember the nice job I was going to take in July when kids were just starting the school year and Calculus was easy? Well, the teacher has been put on bed rest by her OB and they want me there on Monday to prepare this year's kids for their AP Calculus test, which is May 5, by the way. If I disappear for a while, you will know I've got my head buried in a Calculus book somewhere. That, along with all the family drama, is driving me crazy. At least if I have to go to work I won't be tempted to get myself involved in the middle of the drama. I just need to stay far, far away.

On a way more positive note, DS passed his tests today to do what he really wants to do for this company. This job has a lot of potential if he is finally ready to settle down and get to work on time. He hasn't been this excited about a job in a long time. I am excited that maybe my budget will actually balance for a change. Especially with the big bucks I will be making as a substitute teacher. NOT,!!!

Hi again, A lot of my post is floating in cyberspace again but it's time for me to get some zzzzs. I'm not going to re type but will just say goodnight

Naiomi2015 from 51F and cloudy Massachusetts

hi all,
welcome newbies...
to all with doctor issues...KEEP Shopping, even if you have to drive a bit, it is worth it.
my ankle is getting better, but a very very busy couple of days and really need to sleep. thinking of you all.

Kim

Alison - Aaawww thanks! :flowerforyou: I must say it was nice yesterday, getting some Italian royalties from Well I Never. Don't even know what it's called in Italian!
I managed to spend some of it today at my favourite shop. I went in to buy a yellow handbag and blue earrings. Couldn't find any I liked. Ended up buying a red silky sweater! Nice, with half sleeves to cover up my wrinkly arms.

Woke up this morning feeling soooo much better, both mentally and physically. I was awake a bit in the night, but slept ok and this morning I had no aches and pains. Did a record time on all my machines! Have no idea why. :ohwell:

I have made a decision to order a proof copy before I make the final final commitment on the book. Not sure I know how to re-paginate as I have already tried and failed to delete the cover page. This is throwing the numbering out, but it looks ok. Will have one more look at it today. I have no deadline so can wait and see.

DH at the cricket again. The weather is glorious here. Might have to get out our new hoseline for the first time to soak the raised beds. No rain for ages.

Organic salmon tonight with tzatziki (yoghourt sauce) and purple sprouting broccoli.

Beth - you are absolutely right about the cilantro and genetics. Some people are "supertasters" which means they have many more tastebuds on their tongue than normal and therefore are supersensitive to bitter tastes. Hence hating kale, brussels sprouts etc. I love all of those.

Bye for now, Heather in glorious Hampshire UK

Good morning everyone. Have to head to our Boston office for appointments all day.

Hugs and prayers to all who need them.

May we all do our best to achieve our goals for the day and to remember to keep smiling.

Beth in Maine

Happy Wednesday ! ! !

MNMargaret - I'm so glad you had a good teaching experience. I think as a general rule most kids are NOT malicious, and there is hope for the future.

Vicki - Love the: New Day New Start mantra. Thanks for sharing.

Carol - "New Day New Start". It's great that you noticed your trigger, and can overcome that hurdle now. It amazes me that people would mess with someone else's yard, and that the neighbors wouldn't have said something while it was happening (maybe I'm just too outspoken and nosey). Once there were 2 teenage boys taking bags of aluminum out of my garage, and I made them put them back.

Prayers for Gail, Janet, and anyone else who needs them.

Drkatiebug - Fingers crossed for DS, and of course for your calculus class.

Allison - My Dad said a Service Advisory needs to know all the Rules and Regulations inside and out. He suggested going to the Website of whatever Make of car dealership you will be applying, and start reading as much as possible. Then, once you get the job, you can do most of your training online through their specific Website, and the rest will be in a classroom. He also said you will spend a LOT of time on the computer (and that those jobs have a high turn-over because they are hard and most people can't handle the little details regarding all the rules and regulations). But if it's the right job for you, you will love it. He has been doing it for over 20 years at a huge Buick Dealership in Milwaukee.

I did well with my eating at the Award Banquet last night. I put salad with a small amount of dressing on 2/3 of my plate, then 1 chicken thigh (no skin), and strawberries and grapes. I ate 1 cookie in tiny bites to savor the flavor (soaked in milk, since the fillings replaced were on the back sides of the front 2 teeth). DS was awarded a patch (1st place doubles =1338), 3 plaques (1st place doubles, 2nd place singles =699, and 2nd place All Events =1964), and a scholarship certificate (2nd place All Events). And since he has known for a few years the lady that announced the awards, she teased him about the 699, because 700 would have been another patch. He's a funny kid. Now he's back to lifting weights with the football team, so he's ready for baseball try-outs. I know that sounds silly, but he is a 14 y.o boy ?!?!?

Well, my work network is getting a little better every hour, so I better get back to my charges and paperwork. I hope everyone makes wise choices today.

Hugs for Everyone ! ! !

Terri in Milwaukee

Good morning, if you can call it that. I had no sleep last night, so I'm sort of a mess now. I already had to drive to Joplin and back to deliver a load of posters and postcards for our clay club show that starts May 1st. And it's raining cats and dogs. I've got two drafting jobs to do but I'm falling asleep in my chair.

The kids were arguing on the way to the pool last night and criticizing each other. So I said STOP! I want each of you to think of something nice to say about your brother and sisters. It got really quiet. It was pretty funny. Eventually DGD#2 said that she liked DGD#1's swim suit. I said, that's nice, but not quite what I had in mind. I mean something like...I like Jillian's smile, or I like Ian's laugh, or something personal like that. More silence. Well, this morning, when they got in the car, DGD#1 said, Grandma, I've been thinking about it, and I like the way Jillian is kind to animals. Eureka!! I think we are going to do this little exercise more often. Maybe if they can start to recognize that the others have likable traits, they will harp less about what they don't like. Well, I can hope, anyway.

We are taking the kids out to KFC tonight for their dinner buffet. I know it's not healthy food, but it's a change from their steady diet of frozen pizza and ramen noodles. At least they have some choices and variety. I will get the grilled chicken breast and try not to think about how much salt is in it.

Have a great day everybody!

Sylvia

Barbie: I love the ritual you’ve created for paying your property taxes. People don’t celebrate pleasures such as home ownership and often seem to chug through life without appreciating their blessings. I like your attitude of gratitude.

Jane: Congratulations on your move. I hope you will be happy and secure in your new home.

Sylvia: You might want to give your doctor’s recommendation for a new physician a chance. The woman doctor she recommended may or may not be a judgmental person and has probably had a lot of requests for the pill for younger adolescents. There are good health reasons not to put 15 year olds on the pill and this doctor has probably been asked to do that frequently. I took the pill for a short time when I was 20 and it had hideous side effects so I quit and found another birth control method. I wouldn’t want my daughter to take it at all. There are other ways to achieve birth control besides flooding your body with hormones if birth control is an issue. Some people think that the pill will improve acne. I suffered from acne as a kid and I wouldn’t put my daughter on the pill for that reason. There are better alternatives. I love how wisely you grandparent your little ones. They are so lucky you are part of their lives.

Cindy: I’m happy that your DH was able to find and retrieve his glasses after dropping them overboard. That seems like a minor miracle.

Heather: Congratulations on realizing that you were in the grip of a binge and taking care of it. That is a terrific accomplishment in my opinion. I think the proof copy of your book is an excellent idea. There are important details that can be missed electronically and pop right out on paper. I hope your friend’s ankle heals quickly and she follows through with exercise when she is healed enough.

Beth in ME: I told DH about your chicken breast recipe and he is interested. We may try it in the near future.

Beth in WNY: I am not a cilantro fan, and you’ve given me a great excuse to say no. Thanks!

Carol: I’m sorry that things are getting to you and you’re feeling depressed. I’m sure there is a lot of grieving that goes along with leaving behind a home where you spent years. Sending hugs and good thoughts your way.

Janet: Thanks for your good wishes. DH did not go with me to the accountant, and I skipped a committee meeting last night because I felt awful by then. I am feeling some better today, but not good enough to go to yoga.

DrKatie: Good luck with your teaching assignment. It sounds like a wonderful way to avoid family drama and help a tough situation for the AP Calculus students. When I retired I told the district I did not want to sub. I had a 45 minute commute each way to work there that was getting dramatically worse due to long term road construction projects between my home and work, and it wouldn’t be practical on a sporadic basis. I also had my hands full at home with DH’s health situation. I’m not sorry I made the choices that I did, but I miss my friends from school. I find that I envy you just a bit.

Joyce: I had colitis as a young woman in college, but it wasn’t ulcerative. Mine was caused by lactose intolerance and a college roommate is the person who gave me that diagnosis. She’d had a number of roommates in the past with the same problem. The physician gave me librium. What a useless thing that was. When I stopped consuming milk the symptoms went away. Go Aisha! I am forever grateful to her. Forty odd years later I am able to buy lactaid milk and eat clam chowder again. Cheddar cheese never seemed to bother me.



I went to the accountant by myself yesterday and we got our taxes sent off later in the afternoon. Then the flu took over and I had to miss a meeting in the evening. I’m headachy this morning. Bleah. We have pedicure appointments this afternoon. It has been months since my last pedicure & I’m planning to go. I’m not sure about DH.

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


April Goals:
1. Log every bite and swallow.
2. Cardio exercise at least 3 days a week. Work on flexibility and back
strength.
3. Have fun every day.
4. Drink at least three glasses of water daily, preferably more!
5. Eliminate alcohol.
6. Monitor sleep. Try to average 7 or more hours of sleep nightly.

Hi Ladies! I have the closing date for my TN house to be April 28. I know have to move it and find the money I need for the closing. Sent a request to my Uncle for the money. I hope he comes through. I feel so rotten asking him for it, but have no choice. I don't know what will happen if I don't get it. I can't reserve my plane tickets until I have an answer from him. So keep your fingers crossed.

My son has made 90 days clean! But he is struggling with depression. He has alway been bi-polar and the withdrawal is taking its toll on him and me. He lays all his concerns on me but does not want my suggestions. Oh, well, a mother can only listen and pray.

I am fighting depression as well. Fighting that, but I seems to always pull through. Have to go back to work now. Just know I am still here!
Rita in CT

Words for the year:
Determination and Moderation

April Goals:
Finalize TN house sale (have to pay in at closing)
Exercise at least 12 times this month
Eat 4 veggies a day, and 2 fruits a day
Record what I eat.

The reason most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want the MOST for what they want at the MOMENT.

Rita - Hugs and Prayers ! ! ! And a gardian angel for good measure.

Chris - Hugs and good vibes for your interviews, and business process.

Hugs also for everyone with their struggles.

damnit- am I that much younger than everyone else in here?? i'll be 56 in may... I know I definitely don't act my age but that's beside the point.

Happy Wednesday. This day is not starting out the best. Talked to my DS and mom last evening. Her blood sugars are up over 450. So praying that will level out. Then this morning I get to work and my ex-boss tells me her husband had a colonoscopy yesterday and they found cancer, so she will be taking time off soon as they get the surgery scheduled. Already short on help so going to mean alot more hours. Our new boss doesn't want to work 40 hours per week, but she may have no choice. I am already doing overtime and can only do so much. Gotta love it.
Yesterday I did better food wise and the walk last evening put me over 10,000 steps for the day. Today I am working my 8 hour shift and planning to walk home. Sounds like we could get some rain, so depending on what it is doing at 3 when I get off if I take the long or short way home. Have Bible study this evening so be no walking then.

Sharon--Sending HUGS and PRAYERS.

Margert--HUGS.

Heather--Not sure whether to say Congrates or what about the free lunch. Just glad he did not cut his mouth. Not having surgery till June, why are they waiting so long? Guess long as he is not in pain it is ok. Just a long time to have to think about. Me I do better just to get it over with. Great news about sending in the book. Looking forward to being able to read it.

Kim--Glad the ankle is feeling better. Take is easy so it can heal.

Katiebug--Sorry to hear about the family drama. We live away from most our family, only a couple of the kids and family live close. Works for us, what we don't know we can't get in the middle of. Prayers it all will work out.

cutec527--Good to see you back. Wise words to think about. Thanks for sharing.

Meg--Good to see you back. Missed you.

Carol--Happy Dance for a winning day.

Welcome to the newbies. This is a great place for friendship, support and fellowship. Come often.

Sylvia--I agree you need to keep doctor shopping.I like that exercise you did with the children. That is a good thing for each of us to do each day. I am going to try to do that with people at work that push my buttons. Wish me luck.

All this talk about doctors and how they act. I have worked at the hospital 28 years and have found most doctors think they are better then the rest of us. We do answering service for the doctors and sometimes they can get so nasty. We had one that would call to have us read the surgery schedule for the next day. I learned if I acted really dumb about it he would get upset and strudder. Sorry about the spelling. After a while he got so he would not call when I was working. He is not here anymore.Not all are that bad, when my son was killed one of the doctors took me into the chapel and asked if there was anything he could do for me. So there are the good and bad.

Pat--When you are done you are more then welcome to come do my house. I need to go thru the closet and get rid of stuff. I keep telling myself I will not buy anything else until I am done. But looking at the smaller size everytime I go into a store is becoming a habit.

Janet--Good for you on giving up the vaping. Sending prayers.

Rita--Sending prayers and hugs. Depression is not easy anyway you look at it. Pray the money comes for the closing.

Chris--Your shopping sounds like was a good deal. Good Luck with the interview. Sending prayers that the right job comes quickly.
Well time to sign off and finish things up so ready to leave at 3. Hoping for a nice long walk home. Take care ladies and remember One Day at a Time.
Blessings, Vicki GI NE